Clarence (C.A.) Goins, Sr., 76, of Bismarck, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2024. 

 He was born on November 15, 1947 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Eugene Goins and Frances Cline Goins. 

 He was predeceased in death by his mother and father, both sets of grandparents, and his sons, Tommy Goins and Jimmy Goins, and brother, David Goins. 

 Survivors include his sons, Clarence Goins, Jr. of Bismarck, Arkansas, Chris Goins of Detroit, Michigan, Sean (Jade) Goins of Jessieville, Arkansas; one daughter, Jolie Goins of Jessieville, Arkansas; 7 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  

 C.A. worked most of his life as an over the road truck driver. Later in life he ran a produce stand where he became known to many people. 

 He enjoyed meeting the public. 

 C.A. was a Vietnam Veteran who served with honor. When he attended church he went to Bismarck Pentecostal Church. 

 Services will be announced by the family at a later date. 

 Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Home-Ruggles Wilcox Chapel, 517 Clay Street, Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71923. http://www.smithfamilycares.com