Obituaries

Obituaries

Arthur James "A.J." Miller

Arthur James "A.J." Miller

May 30, 2026

Arthur James Miller, known to most as "AJ," to his daughters as Dad, and to so many others simply as Grandpa or "Pops," passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at Countryside Assisted Living in Harrison, Arkansas, at the remarkable age of 95.

AJ was born on January 10, 1931, in Harrison, Arkansas, to Oran and Kate Ellen (Woods) Miller. He...

Glen Coffman

Glen Coffman

May 29, 2026

Glen Howard Coffman, age 66, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, on Friday, May 29, 2026 surrounded by his family.

The son of Harold and Imalou (Smith) Coffman was born in Harrison, Arkansas on October 18, 1959. He married the love of his life, Brenda (Rogers) Coffman in 1986 and they would have celebrated their...

Joey Clark

Joey Clark

May 25, 2026

Joey Clark, age 53, was born May 3, 1973, in Magnolia, Arkansas. He resided in Harrison, Arkansas for most of his life and carried with him a deep love for family, friendship, music, and the simple joys of life.

Joey will be lovingly remembered by his mother, Patti; his father, Joe and stepmother Betty; his two sisters, Cara and Mandy; his...

Barbara Ann Taylor

Barbara Ann Taylor

May 24, 2026

Barbara Ann Taylor, age 77, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. 

She was born to Leonard Lee and Irene (Harp) Smith on December 28, 1948, in Harrison, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved siblings, Jerry Smith, Brenda Jo Cowan, and...

Kenneth Austin Slater

Kenneth Austin Slater

May 23, 2026

Kenneth Austin Slater, 81, of Jasper, Arkansas died May 23, 2026, at Washington Regional Hospice, Fayetteville, AR after a short illness. He was born March 10, 1945, in Los Angeles, California to John Austin Slater and Shirley (Case) Slater.

In his career for the U.S. Forest Service, Ken was known for being someone who would stand up for what was right....

John "Jack" George Pable

John "Jack" George Pable

May 17, 2026

John "Jack" George Pable, a man whose life was marked by steadfast dedication, quiet strength, and a profound love for family and community, passed away on May 17, 2026, in Harrison, Arkansas. Born on March 25, 1932, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Jack’s journey was one woven with hard work, loyalty, and a meticulous attention to detail that left an indelible mark...

Avis E. Linker

Avis E. Linker

May 17, 2026

Avis E. Linker, 88, an 8-year resident of The Holmstad Retirement Community in Batavia, IL and formerly of Harrison, AR peacefully went home to Jesus on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Michaelsen Health Center in Batavia, IL.

Avis was the heart of her family and a friend to everyone who knew her. She had a warm smile, a caring spirit, and...

Milo Jason Smith

Milo Jason Smith

May 16, 2026

Milo Jason Smith, of Harrison, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. He was 85 years old.

The son of Merle Jason and Maude (Perry) Smith was born on June 12, 1940 in Leslie, Arkansas.

Milo spent many years working in construction as a dedicated heavy equipment operator. He had attended Valley Springs First Baptist Church...

Debbie Wilson

Debbie Wilson

May 16, 2026

Deborah Gale “Debbie” Wilson, age 72, of Harrison, Arkansas passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

The daughter of Bert and Betty (Jones) Russell was born May 17, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri. She has lived in Harrison most of her life and attended Harrison High School.

Debbie loved flowers and flower gardening. She also loved animals, especially...

Anna Bell Wortham

Anna Bell Wortham

May 14, 2026

Anna Bell Wortham walked into Heaven to meet her Lord, and her son, Randy, on May 14, 2026. She passed away at home with family by her side at the age of 81. 

She was the daughter of Dink and Zelmar (Trammell) Campbell and was born in Richland, Arkansas on June 3, 1944. If you asked her, she’d tell you she...

Dorothy Ann West

Dorothy Ann West

May 12, 2026

Dorothy Ann West, of Diamond City, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was 79 years old.

The daughter of Frazier and Alice (Ellis) Hudson was born on August 22, 1946 in Blytheville, Arkansas.

Dorothy was a devoted member of Lead Hill First Baptist Church, where she faithfully attended services and cherished the fellowship of her church family....

Janese Fritz

Janese Fritz

May 11, 2026

Janese Emily Fritz, age 52, of Alpena, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 11, 2026 in Fayetteville.

The daughter of Michael and Jeanette (Taylor) Thomas was born in Salinas, California on March 3, 1974. She has lived in Boone County most of her life and was a 1992 graduate of Harrison High School. After high school she attended Harrison School of Cosmetology...

Myrtle Alta Randall

Myrtle Alta Randall

May 11, 2026

Myrtle Alta Randall, age 73, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed from this life on Monday, May 11, 2026 at her home in Harrison.

The daughter of W.C. and Thelma (Dees) West was born July 23, 1952 in Harrison.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, David West all of Bellefonte; two brothers-in-law, Jim Pate and Bill Reiss.

Myrtle is survived...

Wanda Jean Roudabush

Wanda Jean Roudabush

May 7, 2026

Wanda Jean Roudabush, age 76, of Compton, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026 in Green Forest. 

The daughter of Mansford Clarence Sims and Genieve Alta (Binam) Sims was born in Harrison, Arkansas, on August 11, 1949. She was a lifelong resident of Compton and a faithful member of County Line Baptist Church. 

Wanda was a talented artist and she loved to...

Coetta Crow

Coetta Crow

May 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frankie Coetta Crow, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who peacefully departed from this world on May 4, 2026 in her sleep at the age of 83.

Born on December 19, 1942, in the quaint town of Snowball, Arkansas, Coetta was a beacon of light and...

Rose Ann Poyner

Rose Ann Poyner

May 4, 2026

Rose Ann Poyner, of Alpena, passed away at her home on Monday, May 4, 2026. She was 74 years old.

The daughter of Myron and Jeannette (Youngs) Rheinschmidt was born on November 4, 1951 in Watertown, Wisconsin.

Rose was a devoted member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She found joy in watching cooking shows and cherished the quiet comfort of slow days...

E. R. Taylor

E. R. Taylor

May 4, 2026

E.R. Taylor, age 84, of Harrison, passed away peacefully May 4, 2026. He was born on March 23, 1942, in Harrison, Arkansas, to Rachel and Dawthard Taylor. He graduated from Western Grove High School in 1959.

E.R. proudly served in the United States Army Reserve from 1963 to 1969 and spent a period of active duty at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

In 1962,...

Myrtle Mae Scott

Myrtle Mae Scott

May 3, 2026

Myrtle Mae Scott went to her Heavenly Home on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at the age of 96 with her daughter, Kay Jackson and husband, Russ Jackson by her side. She was born December 8, 1929 to Clyde and Bertha (Kaler) Peoples of Snowball, Arkansas.

Myrtle married Wayne Scott in October of 1945, and to this union five children were born:...

Randy Hugh Patton

Randy Hugh Patton

May 3, 2026

Randy Hugh Patton, age 62, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Harrison surrounded by his loved ones. 

He was born September 25, 1963, in Harrison, the son of Slick and Dolly Patton. He was preceded in death by his dad; two stepsons, Cody and Michael Worth; and one grandson, Colton Lynn Erwin.

Randy is survived by his...

Wendal Eugene Rigsbee

Wendal Eugene Rigsbee

May 1, 2026

Wendal Eugene Rigsbee, age 59 of Jasper, Arkansas, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, in Jasper.

The son of Doyle Eugene Rigsbee and Betty Faye (Clark) Nystrom was born February 17, 1967, in Rogers, Arkansas.

Wendal enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working on cars. He was always willing to help people who were in need.

Wendal is preceded in death by his father, Doyle...

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