Robert “TUPAC” Staples

Robert “TUPAC” Staples of Blytheville was born March 21, 1962, to Willie Lee Staples and Lorine Greer in Marion. Robert started his education in the Marion School District and finished in the Blytheville School District after his family moved to Blytheville. Robert confessed a hope in Christ at an early age was a member of the Nehemiah Temple COGIC where he served under the supervision of Supt. David Corns. Robert was a dedicated member and became a licensed minister under Supt. Corns in 1999. Robert was a very special person to all those that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Willie Greer.

On Monday, May 6, 2019, Robert departed this life, and began his journey into eternity.

He leaves to cherish precious memories nieces Kasha Greer of Conway, Kamariah Martin(Eric) Bradford of Blytheville. Robert leaves great nieces, Addison and Aubrey Bradford of Blytheville. He also leaves behind a special sister-in-law Rose Greer of Blytheville and close cousins, Pearlie Thomas, Betty Banks and Janice Carter, along with many special friends.

Funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. May 18, at Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home-Chapel, 530 Lumerate, Blytheville.