He was a Baptist by faith and did surrender his life to the Lord a couple of years ago. Although he started out in church, like many, he took a different path. He loved God but put God on the side until he said he was tired and needed God to be in control. He attended The Master's House in Hot Springs, AR. He is under the Choctaw Nation as is his children.
He attended schools in Monticello & Lakeside High School in Hot Springs where he would graduate. He was employed by Mountain Valley Water of Hot Springs, AR. He said he went from hard labor while working at Kisswire in Pine Bluff to making Kool-Aid better known as the ICE drinks that are so popular with Mountain Valley Water.
Although known for his ability to draw and capture the essence of anyone or anything and bring it to life, he was well known for his abilities at the billiard table. He could run a table before his opponent had the opportunity to attempt one shot. At 16 he placed 17th in State finals of nine ball tournaments. When he could find time, he would find peace on the golf course and was known to teach a few young children how to play the game. He was a friend to many and was always willing to give a helping hand because he knew the struggle was real.
He was the father of two beautiful girls that he would not get to see grow into beautiful ladies due to life's challenges and divorce, but it never stopped the love he had for them or his desire to have them in his life.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Mildred Forrest, whom he loved beyond measure; his brother, Justin Dakota Wright; his Aunt Brenda, who he thought hung the moon with her beautiful laugh; his great grandmother, Rosie Dickerson, who made sure his Indian heritage would be secured for him and his children.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather Jenny & David Wright; his father, Glen Forrest; daughters, Summer Rain Forrest (Clark) and Leslie N. Forrest (Clark) last known from the state of Alabama; his sisters, Chevy Forrest of Monticello, AR, Ashley Wright of Hot Springs and Kristy Rayburn; his companion and love, Crystal Beck of Arkadelphia and known as Poppa to Waylon Beck; his best friend, fur baby Macie; along with a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday April 25, 2026, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello, AR. There will be a visitation from 2:00-3:00 p.m. preceding the funeral service. Serving as honorary pallbearers are David Wright, Jube Owen, Alan Dickerson, Justin Pinkerton, Bobby Webb and Eddie Rabb.
Condolences(10)
ashley stout
Ft Lauderdale, FL Friday, May 8, 2026 I'm just now finding out about your passing. I remember you and my father always playing pool as a child I found it so entertaining I never knew the strategy behind it but you and him bonded over that. You just reached out to me when he passed in February and hearing the hurt in your voice that you didn't feel like you made time for him as y'all grew older I really wish I would have told you that he cherished you and always talked about you so highly. There was rarely a story he told that didn't involve you, him and some pool table on a Saturday night running pockets dry. You will truly be missed and I know you're in heaven with dad making them trick shots again. To the family and friends you are all in my prayers we loved rodney as if he were family.Sherry ONeill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Chrystal, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your companion. My sincere condolences and prayers for God's comfort, strength and blessings.I pray the same for the rest of the family. May God grant you peace and love.
John Thomason
El Paso, TX Saturday, April 25, 2026 Rest In PeaceKaye Green
Rison, AR Saturday, April 25, 2026 Jenny,I am so sorry for the loss of your son.
I am praying for you and your family.
In the days to come I will be praying for God's love to surround you and give you peace.
Dot Hart
White Hall, AR Saturday, April 25, 2026 Jenny and familyPraying God’s comfort and strength for you all during this time. Trust in God for everything. I’m here for you as you are for everyone. I love you ❤️Sending prayers, hugs and love.
Leonard Smarjesse
White Hall, AR Friday, April 24, 2026 Rodney you were a good true friend of mine. We had a lot of good times bro. Will miss you always. Prayers for loved ones, family and friends.Maxly Parker
Durango, CO Friday, April 24, 2026 I can't believe your gone brother, we just spoke a couple day before about the good old days with Mike Stuart on Boiling St, how it was strange with him being gone ,and now you're gone. Man. I love you brother, you were always a true friend, and you'll be soulfully missed. Rest In Love, and enjoy your wings my friend. God Bless you and your family, with strength to get through this time of loss.Mickey burnamon
Arcadia, LA Thursday, April 23, 2026 Jenny my heart broke when I seen this been so many years I thought him and Chevy!!! Prayers for y’all !!aThere babysitter from way back !!!!!!!Donna Best and John Hohman
Rison, AR Thursday, April 23, 2026 Jenny Wright, family and friends of your son, we are both so sorry for your loss. May God hold your hearts in his hands.Donna and Johnny
Becky Peacock Wright
Broken Arrow, OK Thursday, April 23, 2026 Rodney was always sweet and kind to me Jason Peacock and I spoke of him often he will be missed RIP Young Man