Highland, AR Obituaries
Local obituaries for Highland, Sharp & Fulton Counties in AR
Ruth Watkins
August 20, 2025
Ruth Watkins, 75, of Williford, Arkansas, passed away at her home on August 20, 2025. She was born in Emporia, Kansas on August 15, 1950.
Ruth enjoyed painting and drawing as a hobby and found comfort in expressing herself through her art. She was an avid reader with a particular love for the works of Stephen King. Ruth also had a...
Shelby Barnes
August 20, 2025
Shelby Jean Parmer Barnes, 86, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was born in Arkansas to Roy and Alma Parmer and was preceded in death by her parents and her three siblings. She moved from Decatur, TN to Poughkeepsie, AR in 2015.
Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Charles Ed Barnes of Poughkeepsie; her...
John Wallace
August 18, 2025
John Wayne Wallace, 72, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, passed away August 18, 2025. He was born October 17, 1952 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky to Lacy and Annie Wallace. John lived a full life of laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. Known for his quick wit, playful spirit, and the way he could make anyone smile, he had a gift for bringing joy...
Larry McKean
August 10, 2025
Larry Judd McKean, 85, was welcomed home by his Savior on August 10, 2025. Larry Mac was born on the family farm in western Pennsylvania to DP "Purdy" and Gladys McKean on March 1, 1940. He was predeceased by his parents; brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Diane McKean; brother-in-law, Don Diehl; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Calvin and Tillie Stark; sister-in-law, Lynne...
Shirley Minick
August 4, 2025
Shirley Irene Minick, 77, passed away at her home. She was born to Alvin Harvey and Florence Anna (Woodcock) Haner, both who preceded her in death. Her husband of almost sixty years, David, a brother, Eugene Haner, a sister, Bonnie Garrett, and one grandson also passed away earlier. Shirley was a Christian.
She thoroughly enjoyed reading, doing artwork, and cooking for...
Virginia Watkins
July 7, 2025
Virginia Arlene Watkins, 82, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2025, following a courageous and swift battle with lung cancer. She was born January 16, 1943 to Eve and Johnie Williams in Little Rock, Arkansas. She grew up in California where she met William “Bill” Watkins. The two were married October 1,...
Lois Russell
July 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lois June Phelps Russell, 89, on July 6, 2025 at Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Ash Flat, Arkansas. Lois was born on October 20, 1935 to James "Jim" and Lizzie Mae Ray Phelps at Vaughn Farms in Fulton County, Arkansas.
Lois married Noel Leon "Buddy" Russell Jr. on...
Dustin Trivitt
June 30, 2025
Dustin Neal Trivitt, 48, of Ash Flat, Arkansas passed away June 30, 2025 at White River Medical Center in Batesville, Arkansas. He was born November 8, 1976 in Batesville to Donald Neal and Debra Lynn Smith Trivitt, both who preceded him in death as did his wife's parents, Barbara Jo and Conrad Long.
Dustin was of the Baptist faith and a...
Morgan Bates
June 29, 2025
Morgan Eric Danny Bates was born June 20, 2025 to Sabrina (Sabe) and Christian Bates at UAMS in Little Rock, AR. The family had nine days with him, and Sunday at 2:04 a.m. on June 29, 2025, he went to be with God. Morgan was sincerely loved and will be truly missed by so many.
Morgan is survived by his mom...
James Thomas Estes
June 27, 2025
James Thomas Estes, 77, of Ash Flat, Arkansas passed away in a Batesville, Arkansas hospital. He was born in Hanford, California and grew up to be working in excavation by drilling and blasting in Alaska after serving in the United States Army.
Known as "Jim" or "Tom" (depending on which side of the family or where in the world he might...
Eugene Ivey
June 27, 2025
Eugene "Gene" Ivey, 77, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas passed away at EagleCrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Ash Flat, Arkansas. He was of the Christian faith and attended Common Ground Church in Thayer, Missouri. His working career was a sincerely conscientious over-the-road truck driver.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Esther (Earls) Ivey; a brother, Leroy Ivey;...
Dennis Welte Sr.
June 24, 2025
Dennis Arthur Welte, 67, of Highland, Arkansas passed away June 24, 2025 at White River Health in Batesville, Arkansas. He was born March 10, 1958 in Kokomo, Indiana to Robert Corvin Welte and Dorothy Marie (Budreau) Welte. Dennis was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force serving as a Staff Sergeant and B52 Crew Chief, acquiring numerous medals,...
David Fisher
June 21, 2025
David Warren Fisher, 72, of Lynn, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly at his home June 21, 2025. He was born August 2, 1952 in Searcy, Arkansas to Elton Fisher and Mary Shewmake Fisher. He retired in 2015 from the Arkansas Department of Career Education. Dave continued to be active in Skills USA after his retirement and was presented with a Lifetime...
Anita Peck
June 19, 2025
Anita Jane Peck, 82, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas passed away June 19, 2025 at her home. She was born in Hinsdale, Illinois on March 1, 1943 to Fritz and Edith Brier Kohls. Anita loved her family while always taking care of them. She enjoyed gardening, riding horses, and doing cross stich.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister,...
Kristine Johnson
June 15, 2025
Kristine Kathleen Johnson, 50, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025 at her home. She was born January 15, 1975 in Kansas City, Missouri to Eulis and Danna Johnson. Kristine was a loving housewife and also enjoyed being outdoors. Her favorite activity, however, was shopping for shoes.
She is survived by her husband, Shannon Williams; a son, Kyle...
Judy Turner Bearden
June 13, 2025
Judith Marie (Martin) Turner Bearden was born on February 23, 1941 in Russiaville, Indiana, and passed away on June 13, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Her last several months were filled with physical struggles but also sweet fellowship while visiting with the friends and family that she spent her life serving and loving. She was a faithful friend, a dedicated employee,...
Justin Toney
June 9, 2025
Justin Ryan Toney, 37, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas passed away June 9, 2025 as a result of a drowning accident in Spring River. He was born December 1, 1987 in Port Saint Lucie, Florida to Dennis and Debra Walrath Toney. His most recent occupation had been a landscaper with his own tree service business.
The family has requested that donations be...
Faye Hobbs
June 7, 2025
Faye Edith Hobbs, 76, of Ash Flat, Arkansas passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the White River Health emergency room in Cherokee Village, Arkansas. She was born in Binghamton, New York to Guy and Nina Faye McDuffy Bacon. Ms. Hobbs worked in service to others.
The family sincerely appreciates all donations that were made to help with funeral expenses.
Services have...
Tammy Johnson
June 5, 2025
Tammy Marie Johnson, 59 years old, a long-time resident of Equinunk, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 5, 2025, in a tragic traffic accident. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to everyone she knew. Known for her strong personality and outspoken nature, Tammy left a lasting impression on everyone she met and even some who didn’t know her...
Robert Scott
June 2, 2025
Robert Monroe Scott, 82, of rural Mammoth Spring, Arkansas passed away at his home. He was born in Dermott, Arkansas and was a U.S. military veteran having served in the Navy. He had worked as a counselor for the Veterans Administration.
Robert was of the Christian faith, a member of Elks Lodge #2539, and enjoyed playing computer games.
No services are planned...
