Herbert Joseph "Herbie Joe" Kordsmeier Jr.

Herbert Joseph “Herbie Joe” Kordsmeier, Jr. passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 29, surrounded by his family. He was 69-years-old. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Joseph Kordsmeier, Sr. and Lorene Kordsmeier (Dussex). Herbie is survived by his wife of 40 years, Janet Denise Kordsmeier, and his three children: Cassie Lane Kordsmeier of Tampa, FL, Caleb Lee Kordsmeier (Karella) of Rogers, AR, and Dr. Joseph Andrew Kordsmeier (Shelby) of Oxford, MS. He was a loving PaPa to his four grandchildren, Greyson Leo, Henry Randal, Vivian Kay, and Cooper Lee. Herbie is also survived by his siblings: Marian (Danny) Eades, Alma (Rick) Duvall, Chris Kordsmeier, Albert (Kyla) Kordsmeier, Jackie (Matt) Elsinger, Danny (Merinda) Kordsmeier, Angie (Gary) Horne, Brenda (Roger) Wilson, and Eric Kordsmeier. Herbie was born on November 30, 1955 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Herbert Kordsmeier Sr., and Lorene Kordsmeier. He graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic School in 1974 and attended both the University of Central Arkansas and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. After college, Herbie continued work at his family’s business, Morrilton Plumbing and Heating Co. for 40 years, where he was a master plumber and then an eventual co-owner for twelve years with his brother, Albert. He married Denise Noland on April 12, 1985 at Sacred Heart, where he remained a member. The two began their life together in Morrilton, where they raised their three children: Cassie, Caleb, and Joseph. Herbie loved his family with all of his heart. He was incredibly proud of his children’s accomplishments, and adored his grandchildren, as well as his many nieces and nephews. To know Herbie was to love him. If Herbie wasn’t reminiscing of his cherished time growing up with his siblings and parents, he was on the lawn mower or sitting at his computer watching the stock market. He was passionate about his family and was known for throwing incredible parties like Pond Fest on the 4th of July where he orchestrated Horse Shoe Tournaments and firework spectaculars. Celebrations that brought the family together to create more memories for years to come were a primary goal for Herbie. Herbie enjoyed the great outdoors, gardening, fishing, throwing horse shoes (“There’s Five!”), horse races at Oaklawn, playing Rook, admiring thunderstorms, and of course, classic rock. He followed in his father’s footsteps and served as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Herbie made everything feel exciting, intimate and special. His presence was one-of-a-kind and he will be missed. Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of Herbie’s life at the Knights of Columbus hall, 808 N Cedar St, Morrilton, Arkansas, on Herbie Joe’s birthday, 30 November 2025, 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Sacred Heart School endowment fund online at www.sacredheartmorrilton.org Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton.

Herbert Joseph "Herbie Joe" Kordsmeier Jr.

November 30, 1955 - October 29, 2025