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In loving memory of our classmates who left too soon...
 
 
Don't cry because they are gone, smile because we knew them.
If you know of any other deceased classmates who are not listed here, or you know date of death, have a copy of their obituary, or photos, please forward them to our Contact Us page so they can be posted here. Thanks.

Johnny Lee Hartsfield 78, of Hot Springs village passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 24th, 2023.

He was born in Ft. Smith, Ark., on April 23, 1945. John lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched many lives along the way. John retired from a 30 year career in the elecrical business.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sheila; one brother, Bruce Hartsfield of Fayetteville, Ark.; two sons, John, Jr. and Bob, both of Dallas, Texas; six grandchildren, Haley, Zac, Shawn, Reid, Lauren, Alec; and four great-grandchildren. John never met a stranger, loved to play golf, traveling around the world, watching his Dallas Cowboys, and he always had a smile on his face.  A private family service will be held at a later date.   Published December 29th, 2023.

 

Judy Willhite (Adams)

Birth Date: 1945-12-01
Deceased Date: 2016-02-05
Obituary:
( December 01, 1945 - February 05, 2016 )
Judy Willhite, 70, of Alma, Arkansas entered into rest on Friday, February 5, 2016 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born December 1 , 1945 in Fort Smith, Arkansas the daughter of the late Dr William Francis and Dorothy Adams. Judy was a former medical transcriptionist and of the Christian faith. She was preceded in death by her sister, Jan Thomasson. Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Don of the home, two sons, John Willhite and wife Patricia of Lavaca, AR and Jay Willhite of the home, two sisters, Dale Saenz and husband Robert of Southern Pines, NC and Ann Adams of Conway, Arkansas, sister in laws, Betty Kershner and husband Bill, Velma Carter and husband Bill and Thelma Beckham all of Alma, AR, Carol Skelton and husband Wendell, Helen Phelps and Allene Swaim of Van Buren and Peggy Rogers of Melbourn, Arkansas, brother in law, Ikey Willhite and wife Kay of Alma, AR grandchildren,Zach Willhite, Tia Willhite, Brittany and Michael Winberry, great grandchildren, Madyson Slocum, Sydney Schoeppey, Mykenzee Pierce and Mason Winberry, nephews, Ronnie and Ricky Saenz. Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Lewis-Roberts Funeral Chapel Fort Smith with interment at U.S. National Cemetery, Fort Smith. Pallbearers will be Monte Toon, Zach Willhite, Kushon Lee, Joseph McCoy, Kip Doss and Brian Cooper. Family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Monday at Lewis- Roberts Funeral Chapel, Fort Smith. Memorials may be made to Boys Club 1400 City Park Road Van Buren, AR. 72956. To place online tribute go to www.lewisfuneralchapel.net
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Harold Akridge

Birth Date: 1945-09-13
Deceased Date: 2019-01-28
Obituary:

Harold was born on September 13, 1945 and passed away on Monday, January 28, 2019.

Harold was a resident of Bella Vista, Arkansas at the time of passing.

Harold graduated from Fort Smith Northside High School, in the class of 1963.

He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1967, with one-year service in Vietnam 1966-1967.

Here is the full obituary:
September 13, 1945 - January 28, 2019 Harold J. Akridge of Bella Vista passed from this life into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, January 28, 2019 He was born Sept. 13, 1945 in Fort Smith, AR to the late William Joe and Donna Fosteen Akridge. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Charlotte Akridge, one son William Joe Akridge II and his wife Millie of Prineville, OR, three grandchildren, Stephanie Akridge and Bradley Akridge of Eugene, and Emily Erickson of Baltimore, MD. Harold graduated from Fort Smith Northside High School, in the class of 1963. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1967, with one-year service in Vietnam 1966-1967. His service to his country was one of his proudest moments. He had a successful career with Kraft Foods in sales and marketing retiring in 2002. Harold was a faithful member of the Bella Vista Church of Christ where he served in many ministries. There will be no services at this time. He will be laid to rest at the Fayetteville National Cemetery. Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home

 

Mary Jane Rogers Hancock - September 20th, 2023
From Parker School to Northside, he was always a kind friend. I know he is missed by his family. 
Harold Haislip - March 14th, 2019
Sure going to miss you Harold. I remember when we met in Parker grade school. 
 

Tom Alexander

Birth Date: 1945-07-08
Deceased Date: 2015-03-18
Obituary:
Tom Davidson Alexander, 69, passed away March 18, 2015, in Fort Smith. Tom was born July 8, 1945, in Fort Smith to the late Tom Frank Alexander and Wanda Ruth (Rhodes) Alexander. He managed real estate and farm investments.
   He is survived by his sister-in-law, Ellen Bales Alexander of Warrenville,  IL; and cousins, Judy Kruse of Destin, FL., Lou Ann Dendy of Dallas, Jack Alexander of Mulberry, and Jim Alexander of Naples, FL.
   Graveside service will be 11a.m., Saturday at Alexander Cemetery in Mulberry under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.
   Online condolences may be sent to www.edwardsfuneral home.com.
 
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Frank Alexander

Birth Date: 1945-07-08
Deceased Date: 2013-04-11
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Robert Arnold

Deceased Date: 2011-01-24
Tom Reid - September 19th, 2013
Bobby and I started the first grade together.  We were friends throughout our entire life, hunting and fishing together.  He is missed.

Virgil (Butch) Arnold

Deceased Date: 2003-05-17
Harold Haislip Jr - August 28th, 2013
I miss you cousin.

Jerry Arnold

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Marvin Ashwill

Deceased Date: 1997-07-17
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Jerry Barling

Deceased Date: 2018-10-04
Obituary:
Jerry Barling 
The Honorable Mayor Jerry Barling passed away peacefully Oct. 4, 2018, with his daughters by his side. He was 73 years old. Despite a three-month battle with lung cancer, he was a true warrior until the end. Even on his worst days, he never complained. 
His time on this Earth was cut short but it was well-spent. Jerry had a passion for community and helping others. He never met a stranger and considered everyone a friend. Family and faith always came first with Jerry. He was a good man with a good heart who will be cherished by many forever. 
Jerry served the city of Barling for over 47 years. He began as recorder/treasurer at the age of 24. He was first elected mayor in 1971 and at the time was the youngest mayor in Arkansas. He served terms most of his life up until his death. Jerry also owned his own real estate brokerage firm. He was honored to work for the U.S. Marshal Service for a period of time. One of his passions, which turned into a lifelong career, was his interest in firearms. Gun City started as a hobby but quickly turned into a business that brought him much happiness. He always said, "If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life." 
Jerry was preceded in his death by his father, Frank D. Barling; his mother, Mary Lee Barling; and sister, Beverly Mason. 
He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Lynnette Barling; his daughters, Jeneé Dederichs and Courtney Patrick and their spouses Joseph Dederichs IV and Brian Patrick; two granddaughters, Sofie and Lola Patrick; one grandson, Joseph Dederichs V; and sister, Sandy Clark. 
Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Edwards Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Community Bible Church in Fort Smith, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. 
Pallbearers will be Joseph Dederichs IV, Brian Patrick, Trip McGehee, Joseph Dederichs V, Austin Rowe, Ronnie Coleman, Jack Madden, Bob Reynolds, Frank Glidewell and Ross Morreale. 
Honorary pallbearers are Barling city employees, Barling Police Department and Barling Fire Department. 
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the City of Barling for a memorial in Jerry's honor.
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Mary Lou Johnson (Barlow)

Birth Date: 1945-09-25
Deceased Date: 2018-08-10
Obituary:
Mary Lou (Barlow) Johnson, 72, of Fort Smith, passed away Friday, August 10, 2018. She was born September 25, 1945 in Fort Smith to Leroy Wayne Barlow and Lucille (Shastid) Barlow. 


She was preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters, Dorothy Swafford of West Memphis, AR and Martha Webb of Chandler, AZ.

She is survived by Randall Johnson, her husband of 52 ½ years; her daughters, Tina Wilson and her husband Ron of Fort Smith, Melissa Wessels of Fort Smith, and Lynda Gibson of McCloud, OK; grandchildren, Alexis Johnson, William Gibson, Eric Wessels and Katie Wessels, all of Fort Smith, and Chris Wilson of Bismark, ND; great-granddaughter, Nora Wilson of Bismark, ND.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Fort Smith, Co-founder of the local Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, member of the Republican Women in Sebastian and Benton Counties, Daughters of the American Revolution and a Girl Scout Leader. 

Her funeral service will be 10:00 AM Tuesday at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Roselawn Cemetery all under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be William Gibson, Eric Wessels, Ron Wilson, John Newman and Rob Sparks. Honorary Pallbearer will be Doug Speight. 

The family will visit with friends Monday evening from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

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