Kendall C. Ellington Ford Obituary, FORREST CITY, Ark. — Kendall C. Ellington Ford, 26, of Forrest City, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Born on February 19, 2000, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Kendall was the son of Tamera L. Ford and was surrounded throughout his life by family, friends, faith, and a strong sense of purpose.
At the age of seven, Kendall confessed his hope in Christ at St. Luke A.M.E. Church. He later became a member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, where he continued his Christian journey. His faith remained an important part of the life remembered by those who knew him.
Kendall received his education at St. Peter’s Catholic School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and Ridgeway Christian School before continuing his studies at White Hall. He graduated from White Hall High School as a member of the Class of 2018. He loved sports and played football during junior high. During high school, he participated in ROTC for four years, developing leadership, discipline, and responsibility that remained qualities associated with him throughout his life.
His passion for trucking began when he was a young child. Around the age of five, Kendall began riding in 18-wheelers with his grandfather, Eston E. Ford. Those early experiences created a lasting interest in trucks that eventually became part of his adult career. After graduating from high school, Kendall made his home in Forrest City and pursued work connected to the trucking and agricultural industries.
Kendall worked on 18-wheelers, responded to roadside service calls, and later worked as a farm and chemical technician for Pitchford Ag Services/Delta Chemical. During his time there, he shared many memorable experiences with his friend Fisher, including towing calls, farm work, operating a tractor, and repairing tires. Their friendship also included quieter moments around a bonfire, where they talked, laughed, and enjoyed one another’s company.
Those who knew Kendall remembered his charismatic personality and his ability to make people feel comfortable and welcomed. He enjoyed the outdoors, took pride in his yard, and loved helping Kenny with his horses. He also enjoyed working on his Ford F-250 and was often recognized by his familiar steel-toe boots. Above all, Kendall valued his relationships with family and friends and the time he spent with the people who mattered most to him.
Kendall was preceded in death by his precious daughter, Paris Ford, whose memory remained close to his heart. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Tamera L. Ford of Pine Bluff; grandmother Patty Armour of Pine Bluff; partner Keri Hart of Forrest City; children Brayden Ford, Easton Brooks-Ford, Kendyl Ford, Brooke Ford, and Paige Ford; grandfather Eston Ellington Ford and Joan of Conway; godparents Johnnie and Pamela Brown; aunt Dr. Tanesha L. Ford; uncle Minister Michael K. Armour and Tina; along with numerous relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Kendall C. Ellington Ford will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 4807 West 6th Street, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603, with Pastor George H. Barnes Sr. officiating. Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home in Pine Bluff. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in White Hall, Arkansas. Services are entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, and the obituary was submitted by the family. Kendall’s memory will remain with the family, friends, and loved ones who shared in his life.
