He was a retired cabinet maker having worked in hundreds of homes in the Monticello/Drew County area. John was a very hard worker and was his happiest when working. He also enjoyed deer hunting, camping and gardening. He had a great sense of humor as he would tell his corny jokes, had a huge heart for others, especially his wife, and everyone that John met loved him. He was the best husband, son and son-in-law anyone could ask for. John was a United States Army National Guard Veteran and a member of Lacey Christian Community Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene; and two sisters, Maxine and Margaret.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nadine Chapman Connard of Monticello; numerous nieces and nephews; and one special nephew who was like a son, John David Chapman of Star City.
Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. You can sign John's guestbook registry here on his page.
Condolences(10)
David Prater & Cora Roark
Collierville, TN Thursday, August 14, 2025 So very sorry for your loss. John was one of a kind. Condolences to you.Boyd Savage
Cherokee Village, AR Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Nadine, I am so sorry for your loss. John was a great man and I enjoyed seeing him at church and when visiting. May God comfort you and may you feel His presence at all times.Gail Kizer
Dermott, AR Wednesday, August 13, 2025 My condolences to Nadine and her family. I have known John for a long time and considered him a good friend. I know he was a hard worker and very knowledgeable about a lot of things. John will definitely be missed.Lisa and Cliff Gibson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 13, 2025 John and the entire Connard family have been friends of Lisa and I for most of our lives. John was special to us. The world will undoubtedly be a poorer place without John, but Heaven will be much improved. We extend our sincere condolences to Nadine. Lisa and Cliff GibsonMary
Rison, AR Wednesday, August 13, 2025 My sweet JohnI’ll miss him teasing me and that huge heart and smile
Marty McDaniel
Russellville, AR Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Praying for peace and comfort today and in the days to come.Love,
Marty
Joy Holley
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Nadine: I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. My prayers are with you, and may sweet memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.Rosie Chapman Hurt
Morrilton, AR Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Nadine, I cannot be with you; however, my heart aches for you as you begin this next journey in your life. Today I am praying for you to be comforted by your beautiful memories and the warmth of God’s love and His presence. My brother, Bert, told me when my Tommy died that I wouldn’t get “over” it, but I would get “used” to it. It has been 15 years now and I can tell you that I still love and miss Tommy but I am “used” to his absence. You and John had so many years and memories and my experience cannot compare to that. You and he were so blessed to have that time. I love you and wish I was in Arkansas to be there.Rosie
Joann Adair
, OH Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Nadine I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet husband.It’s not easy losing your spouse, praying for you to find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Joann Adair Holian.
Michael Jenkins
Monticello, AR Monday, August 11, 2025 Nadine, James, and John David my heart hurts for you all. I'm proud to called John my friend. He taught me so many things. I know he is no longer suffering, and that gives me solace, but there will never be another like him. He told me so many stories about each of you, and always with a smile that showed how much he loved all of you. I will miss him.