Obituaries
Obituaries
Florence Ann Strickland
Aug 6, 2026
Florence Ann Strickland, age 96, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the Springs of Mt. Vista in Harrison.
The daughter of Everett and Grace (McDougal) Herron was born at Pindall, Arkansas on March 26, 1930. She moved to Boone County in 1955 and has been a longtime member at Woodland Heights Baptist Church.
She was faithful woman devoted...
Roger Allen Ricketts
Aug 5, 2026
Roger Allen Ricketts, age 59, of Marble Falls, Arkansas, passed away to his Heavenly home on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at his home. He was born on February 18, 1967, to Dorvin and Rosemary (Marshall) Ricketts. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Daisy (Martin) Ricketts and Leland and Minnie (Bolin) Marshall. His brother, Mark Allen Ricketts,...
Dennis Dean Gale
Aug 5, 2026
Dennis Gale, 70 of Harrison, Arkansas, died at home surrounded by his family August 5, 2026 after a long battle with dementia to reside on the streets of Gold with his mother and father, family, and friends who passed before him.
Dennis enjoyed his family, camping, hunting, and fishing. Dennis was born November 24, 1955, to Clifford and Shirley Gale. He...
Dennis Ray Shatwell
Aug 4, 2026
Dennis Ray Shatwell, age 76, of Vendor, Arkansas, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
The son of Talmage and Ethel (Martin) Shatwell was born January 25, 1950 at Red Rock, Arkansas. He was a lifelong resident of Newton County.
Dennis loved living on Big Creek. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4-wheeler riding and his dogs. He was quite...
Robert "Bob" Davidhizar
Aug 3, 2026
Robert Arthur “Bob” Davidhizar, age 86, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away surrounded by family on Monday August 3, 2026, at Countryside Nursing Home in Jasper, Arkansas.
He was the youngest of 8 children born to Henry and Eloise (Broyles) Davidhizar. He was born on January 8, 1940, in Newberg Township, Michigan. He entered the US Army in June 1960 and was...
Kerwin Leonard Dreher
Aug 1, 2026
Dear Heavenly Father, a terrible storm is raging.
You are my anchor; you are my safe harbor.
Into your hands I commend my soul. Amen
Dear ones, grieve not for me for I am home, I am safe. (per PawPaw)
Kerwin Dreher was born on March 18th, 1943, to Hilda Easley Dreher. He died at 4pm on August 1st, 2026. He was raised by...
Sarah Ellen Smith
Jul 31, 2026
Sarah Ellen Smith, age 79, of Cowell, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 31, 2026. A graveside service will be held at Cowell Cemetery on Thursday, August 6th at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Coffman Funeral Home for the Sarah Ellen Smith Scholarship to be awarded to future Deer High...
Arlie Ray Rylee
Jul 30, 2026
Arlie Ray Rylee of Shiloh Mountain passed from this life on July 30, 2026, with his children by his side.
The son of Sherman and Leta Rylee was born on December 2, 1939, in Murray, Arkansas.
Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing, and target practice. He had exceptional marksmanship; he enjoyed writing poems and songs, visiting with family and friends, and spending time with his...
Donald Urioste
Jul 29, 2026
Donald “Chief” Dean Urioste went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was 75 years old.
Don was born on February 16, 1951, in Clayton, New Mexico, to Bennie and Mary “Alice” Urioste. He spent much of his childhood with his beloved grandparents, Nettie and Joseph Turrietta, whom he loved dearly. He often shared...
Joseph Frederick Baudoin
Jul 29, 2026
Joseph Frederick Baudoin, age 82, of Jasper, AR, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The son of Nelson and Margaret (Stadler) Baudoin was born August 14, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
He is survived by his wife, Martha Baudoin of Jasper.
Cremation and arrangements are with Coffman Funeral Home of Jasper.
Bobbie "Bob" Hickman, Sr.
Jul 28, 2026
Bobbie Dee “Bob” Hickman, Sr., of Compton, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the age of 87.
The son of William Frank and Pebble Mae (Dillon) Hickman was born November 9, 1938, in Muleshoe, Texas. Bob grew up in Arkansas and moved to Kansas City and also lived in Colorado for a short time before returning to Newton County,...
Gene Brantley
Jul 27, 2026
Elmer Eugene “Gene” Brantley, 81 years old, of Harrison, Arkansas, died on July 27, 2026.
Gene was born in Harrison, Arkansas, on June 26, 1945 to Irven G Brantley and Abbie May Brantley, the youngest of three children. While still a teenager, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served for 3 ½ years with duty locations in Guam and...
Ann Elizabeth Rackley
Jul 26, 2026
Ann Elizabeth Rackley, 78, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away on July 26, 2026. She was born on April 25, 1948, in Blackfork, Arkansas.
Ann was a loving and devoted mom and grandmother who has finally been reunited with her husband, James Larry Rackley. Ann's life was centered around her grandchildren, Chase, Bergen, Emersyn, Melina, Ava, and Ella, as well as her...
Paula Van Stralen
Jul 24, 2026
Paula Irene Van Stralen, age 69, of Western Grove, Arkansas, formerly of California, passed away July 24, 2026 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center.
The daughter of Carlos and Elisa Veta (Becker) Ostray was born July 23, 1957 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Her family moved to the United States and settled in California in 1965. She spent most of her life...
Martin King
Jul 24, 2026
Martin H. King, age 79, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away at home with his family by his side on Friday, July 24, 2026.
The son of Roy and Fronia King was born October 16, 1946 in Leicester, North Carolina. He and his family moved to Harrison, Arkansas when he was 11 years old, and he has lived here most of his...
Glenda "Windi" Spears
Jul 22, 2026
Glenda “Windi” Spears, of Western Grove, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. She was 73 years old.
The daughter of Robert Miller and Beulah (Spears) Miller was born on September 13, 1952 in Maywood, California.
Windi was an avid outdoorswoman who found great joy in spending time at the Buffalo River, fishing, and taking scenic drives. She also...
Peggy Breedlove
Jul 20, 2026
Peggy Breedlove, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born on August 2, 1935, in Parthenon, Arkansas, Peggy was the daughter of Lawrence and Effie (Martin) Casey. She lived a life rooted in love, family, and quiet strength. She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend...
Debra Barron
Jul 19, 2026
Debra Louise Barron, age 74, of Omaha, Arkansas, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at home with her family by her side.
The daughter of George and Hazel (Martin) Eddings was born January 13, 1952, at Ceres, California. She moved to Arkansas at age 6 and grew up in Marion County. She was a...
Christine Michelle Earhart-McLaughlin
Jul 18, 2026
It is with profound sadness from our hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Christine Michelle Earhart-McLaughlin in her home in Western Grove, Arkansas on July 18th, 2026.
Christine was born on April 12, 1967, in Greeley, Colorado. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and compassion. She was known for her generous and spirited heart. Her deep love for...
John "Jack" Stewart
Jul 17, 2026
John (Jack) Stewart, 82, of Jasper, died at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison on Friday, July 17 with his wife at his side. The son of the late John Richard and Winona (Moon) Stewart, Jack was born at Fort Bragg, North Carolina on November 11, 1943. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Stewart.
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