Thomas Ray Hufstedler Jr., of Black Rock passed from this life on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at his residence.  He was born August 10, 1964 in Shreveport Louisiana to Thomas Ray, Sr. and Shirley Gaude Hufstedler.  Thomas was a steel worker during his life and was of the Christian belief.  He loved cooking and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Sheila Ann Hufstedler; and granddaughter, Ember.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Patricia of 28 years; a son, Chance Hufstedler of Pocahontas; step-daughters, Katy Strickland of Walnut Ridge, and Misty Collins of Pocahontas; a brother, Robert Hufstedler (Vicky) of Hardy; and a sister, Dianna Fuchs of Harrison; grandchildren, Blaze, Cole, Davian, Kelly, Aleia, Joseph, and Dillon; a niece, Faith Hufstedler; nephews, Thomas Hufstedler, Dustin Hufstedler, Billy Ray Hufstedler, James Hufstedler, and Jacob Lindsey.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.