• Sidney Frank Schlenker Jr.

    2 May 2017

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    Sidney Frank Schlenker Jr., 71, of Bismarck passed away May 2, 2017 at his home. Sidney was born to the late Sidney Sr. and Bernice Schlenker on September 20, 1945 in Ajo, AZ. Sidney with his many accomplishments graduated from the Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy, and started his career in the Criminal Justice System in 1972 as a Deputy Sheriff at the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office. While working as a Pinal County Sheriff Deputy he completed Criminal Investigator School and was later assigned to Criminal Investigation in the district.  After leaving the sheriff’s department Sidney worked for the Arizona Department of Corrections where his first assignment was a Guard on a minimum custody yard and then was given the assignment of Gun Gang Supervisor. He then was promoted to Special Service Officer and then transferred to the Maximum Custody Unit. He was also the unit Coordinator of Discipline where he worked until he retired. Sidney was certified in Fingerprint Classification as well as a National Crime Information Computer Operator. He was also the Arizona Fraternal Order Police vice-president. Sidney moved to Hot Spring County in 1993 after retiring from law enforcement in Arizona.  In 1995 Sidney worked for the Benton Service Center as a Police Officer and attended the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy.  Shortly after graduating Sidney was employed by the Hot Spring County Sheriff’s Department. After leaving the Sheriff’s Department Sidney returned to the Arkansas Health Center. Sidney spent 43 years of his life serving his community. He also had a love for being an Amateur Radio Operator in which he leaves behind his handle KD5FVT known by all who loved him.

    Sidney is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Anthony Schlenker, and a nephew, Anthony Wayne Schlenker.

    Sidney leaves behind his wife, Vickie Highfill Schlenker of Bismarck, AR; his son, Bill (Kirsten) Schlenker of Tucson, AZ; his step-son, Joe (Aimee) Caldwell of Hot Springs, AR; his step-daughter, Teresa Ruckman of Haskell, AR; his brother, Bernard Schlenker of Dewitt, AR; and five grandchildren, Alyssa & Justin of Tucson, AZ; McKenzie & Landon of Haskell, AR; and Isabella of Hot Springs, AR.

    Funeral Services will be held on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Atkinson Funeral Chapel with Bro. Darryle Sulton officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at the Linwood Cemetery in Paragould; AR. Pallbearers will be Ron Brown, Robert Marsh, Doug Green, Roger Clemons, Mike Broom and Harley Breashears.

    Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern. Guests may leave online condolences at www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net

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    Marian Cardin Corley

    5 May 2017

    My condolences to the family on your loss of Sidney. Sidney's father was my mother's (Eva Schlenker Cardin) brother, thus my first cousin. I had not known him as an adult and only remember him as a little boy, but feel a sadness at his passing. May God bless and sustain you. Sincerely, Marian Corley

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    Station 405 A-Shift, DHFD

    5 May 2017

    Vicky and Bill, May you find some peace in this sad time, and know you, your family, and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. "Like the morning sun you come, and like the wind, you go. "

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    Stacy DuVall

    5 May 2017

    Sid was one of the finest officers I ever had the privilege of working with..an all around great guy..he will be missed by all..

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    Magnet Cove United Methodist Church

    6 May 2017

    Our church is praying for your family and friends.

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    Richard Kelly Hester

    11 May 2017

    Sid was a good friend to me. I loved hearing his stories about his adventures in the past. I also loved his love for good southern gospel music. I will miss him until the day I see him again.

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