Kenneth Wayne Litchford, 71, of Batesville, AR, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Wayne was of the Baptist faith. He loved to fish and hunt when he was able, and he especially enjoyed woodworking. He was a very talented craftsman when it came to working with wood and worked as a furniture builder for many years.

Wayne is preceded in death by both of his parents, 5 sisters, and 3 brothers. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Litchford; his son, Joe Kenneth Wayne Litchford II; his sister, Sheila Walls; 23 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren, whom he considered his own.

Arrangements are entrusted to Willis Funeral Service of Batesville, AR.