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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Allen Davis Rhule (Big Al), 64, of Maumelle, AR, on September 24, 2025.

He is survived by and will be forever missed by his wife of 38 years, Yunim, along with stepchildren Nina Puckett (Adam) of Jessieville, AR, Tommy Sayles (Jiro) of San Diego, CA, grandson Joshua King of Little Rock, AR, sisters Kathleen Castillo, niece Krystle, nephews Joshua and Lukas of Pittsburgh, PA, Lauren Harris (Jeff), nieces Brooke and Heather of Fort Myers, FL, and older brother John of Fort Myers, FL.  He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Davis Rhule, of Pittsburgh, PA, his mother, Patricia W. Shirk, of Alliance, OH, cousin Bobby Rhule of AZ, and Bridget Shirk, of Pittsburgh, PA.

Allen joined the Air Force in 1981 and later joined the Air National Guards.  He loved football and cheering for his favorite team, the Steelers.

We are still in shock and lost for words following his sudden passing.  He will be missed by many.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W. Maryland Avenue, North Little Rock, AR.

9 Comments

  • Leslie Taylor Posted October 2, 2025 11:39 AM

    Allen was a wonderful person and colleague, and we were all blessed to work with him at UAMS. He is missed. My condolences to his family.

  • J Scott Rhule Posted October 2, 2025 3:47 PM

    I am so sad to lose you Allen. Scott Rhule, cosine in Madison Wisconsin

  • Preston Jones Posted October 2, 2025 4:59 PM

    Rest is Peace my friend. Condolences to the family. Love the Jones family.

  • Kathy Posted October 2, 2025 8:44 PM

    The Big Al was full of laughter and fun…we as a family counted on him soo much and miss him deeply..

  • Ashton Edwards Posted October 3, 2025 7:37 AM

    Allen was very kind and taught me a lot while I worked with him . He was great to talk to and I will truly miss seeing him around. I wish his family peace and comfort.

  • Karen Alford Posted October 3, 2025 11:26 PM

    Allen and I work together for many years. We live down the street from each other. I could all depend on Allen to get my pecans for my holiday cooking. To the Family remember What is Loved Remains in the heart.

  • Lenny Bowen Posted October 4, 2025 12:02 PM

    Worked in the same building together for decades, R.I.G.
    🙏🏽 Wife, families and friends 😔

  • Tommy Sayles Posted October 4, 2025 9:51 PM

    I am still in shock that you’re gone. Allen was the best stepdad anyone could ask for. I’ll miss our laughs we would share and while you are gone way too soon, I take comfort in knowing that one day I will see you again.

  • Kim Tatera Posted October 9, 2025 2:19 PM

    I was so shocked to hear of Allen’s passing. Allen delivered envelopes to our department for years and wasl always so nice. He will be missed. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

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