Ronald Theodore Pelley

Ronald T. Pelley passed away on Nov. 10, 2016. He was born on Feb. 10, 1944, to Bertha Hancock Pelley and the late James Asa Pelley. Ron had a Master of Science Degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Arkansas. He taught math and computer science at McClellan High School, was a partner with his brother in a pharmaceutical software company and was a programmer for Healthcare Computer Corporation in Fort Worth, Texas. Ron was an avid reader and collector of backwoods maps. He loved his beagles, hunting, fishing, and Buffalo River float trips. He never could resist a stream, a mud puddle, or a rocky road. He loved a good argument and seldom heard a rule he didn't question. In addition to his father, Ron was preceded in death by two brothers James Asa Pelley, Jr, and Jesse Pelley. He is survived by his wife, Gail Pelley; his mother Bertha Pelley; his nephews Scott (Laura) Pelley and Hunter (Terra) Pelley, Mark (Dawn)Miller and Randal (Twila)Webb; his nieces Kathy Forrest and Debra (Chuck) Cotton; sister-in-laws Loretta Miller and Rozell Webb and a host of great-nieces and great-nephews. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be at 3 p.m., Monday, Nov. 14, Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the wildlife charity of your choice. Online Guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway.