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William Carl "Bill" Mielke Jr.
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William Mielke Obituary
William "Bill" Carl Mielke Jr. of Searcy passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock. He was born on Feb. 9, 1956, in Benton Harbor, Mich., to the late William Mielke Sr. and Donna (Litke) Mielke.?
Bill was employed with Truman Baker Chevrolet in Searcy for 30 years as an auto body painter. In his spare time, Bill enjoyed woodworking and watching sports, especially baseball. He and his wife, Sherry, spent many years participating in dog shows, where they showed boxers.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sherry Mielke, as well as a host of extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.? No services are scheduled at this time.
?Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home of Searcy.
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