Billie Jack (B.J.) Forbus, 70, of Van Buren passed away Saturday, October 5, 2013 in his home. He was retired from the U.S. Navy, a 32nd degree Mason, a lifetime member and past Master of Uniontown Lodge # 395.

Arrangement and cremation under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren, Arkansas, no formal service will be held at this time.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia Forbus of the home; daughter, Jacquelyn Higgins of Bakersfield, Calif; two sons, Clayton Forbus, Ron Perkinson and wife, Tracie all of Van Buren; six grandchildren; and his beloved friends and caregivers.

“No worries B.J.”.

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