Kenneth Claflin

Kenneth William Claflin passed away on January 9 2026. He was 72 years old.

He was born in Laredo, Texas on December 18, 1953 to Fredrick William Claflin and Doris Marie (Rummel) Claflin. He graduated from St. Joseph School - Class of 1972.

He moved with his family to Arkansas in 1960.

Sometime in the late 1970’s he picked up the nickname “Peanut” which he was known as to his family and friends for the rest of his life.

Ken loved to play dominoes, cards and loved to talk about history especially the US presidents. He had a wonderful sense of humor, always had jokes to tell. He taught himself to play the guitar and was part of a band in his teen years.

He worked numerous jobs in the Conway area including the shoe factory (SAS), Arkansas Structural (CORE Slab) and retired from SFI.

He is survived by his mother - Doris Claflin and siblings Steve (Tamara) Claflin, Joseph (Donna) Claflin, Tim (Kathy Crook) Claflin, Dawn Heath, Katrina (Andy) Bouquin, Four Step-daughters and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his wife Sherry, father Fred, older brother Ralph, and younger sister Bonnie Claflin Clark.

A Rosary will be held on January 14th, 2026 at 1:00 PM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 PM. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date.