Arthur (“Art”) David Dreyfus III, born on October 8, 1948, in Queens, Long Island, NY, and died on August 16, 2024, in Little Rock, Arkansas, leaving behind a legacy of love and courage. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur (“Jiggs”) David Dreyfus II; mother, Florence Dreyfus; sister, Joan Watson; and brother, Michael Dreyfus.

Art was a proud Vietnam veteran, enlisting at the young age of 17. Having served his country with honor, Art received the Purple Heart and was awarded a National Defense Service Medal, and Sharpshooter Badge while building battle camps deep in the jungle of Vietnam.

After Vietnam, he married Linda Chenault in Georgia, had children, worked in the aircraft industry, and pursued a college degree in Education and Anthropology. Art had a knack for remembering facts and could have easily won Jeopardy. He loved news, weather, storms, boats and the sea, airplanes, music, traveling, trivia, and high quality beer. He spent his last days snowbirding with his wife from the Great Lakes and the Arkansas woods to the Texas beaches.

Known for his incredible wit and devilish humor, Art brought laughter and joy to everyone around him. His free spirited attitude endeared him to family and friends alike, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him.

Art is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 19 years, Christina Dreyfus, and his 4 children: Lori Glover, Adrienne Dreyfus, Bard Dreyfus, and Adam Dreyfus, along with their mother, Linda Chenault. Art had 11 grandchildren: Wren Keyes, Coral Keyes, Mesa Glover, Reef Glover, Starr Quintana, Gabriela Garcia, Leif Jarrell, Bard Dreyfus Ditto Jr., Shemaja Dreyfus Ditto, and Brandon and Marley Dreyfus. They were all dear to him as were his 5 great-grandchildren.

He will forever be remembered for his unwavering spirit, laughter, and the love he shared. Rest in peace, Art, dad—you will be missed.

Services will be held at a National Veteran’s Cemetery, with the date and location to be announced. To express your condolences or share your memories of Art go to www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com and search for his name in Obituaries. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400.