Veteran Robert DeWayne Roark Passes Away After Eight Years of Service
Robert DeWayne Roark, a 57-year-old veteran and devoted family man, passed away on September 11, 2026. Born in Enid, Oklahoma, on October 19, 1968, Roark spent eight years serving honorably in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant (E-6) and expert marksman.
He was proud to have served as a Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and completed a tour overseas in Korea. After his military service, Roark settled in Gravette, Arkansas, where he married, raised his family, and worked for Cisco Systems until his retirement in 2020.
Roark was known for his kind heart, deep faith, and love of simple pleasures like reading, rock music, and racing. He cherished time spent outdoors with friends and family, often sharing stories and jokes around the campfire or at the dinner table.