of Batesville, AR
November 11, 1961 - September 2, 2016
John Joseph Ursin, 54, of Batesville, Arkansas, died Friday, September 2, 2016. He was born November 11, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois to John Ursin, M.D. and Loramae Ursin.
As a young man, John worked on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange where he discovered his lifelong love for trading options. After moving to Arkansas, he owned and operated a cattle farm and then a poultry farm. Later in life, he discovered a passion for sales, working in estate planning and long term care insurance.
Survivors include his wife, Kristina Slisher Ursin; and daughters, Nicole Diane Ursin and Amber Laurel Ursin of the home; and sister, Arlene (Steve) Seng of Wauconda, Illinois.
John was a loving and devoted husband and father, and a beloved uncle to three nephews, three nieces, two great-nephews and four great-nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Graveside services were held on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at Bethesda Campground Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Steve Seng, Ed Slisher, Steve Seng II, Tim Lawrence, Logan Slisher, and Max Lawrence.
Memorials can be made to Batesville Oncology Ribbons of Hope, 1710 Harrison Street, Batesville, AR 72501 or Humane Society of Independence County, PO Box 3477, Batesville, AR 72503.
Merry Christmas Buddy! Not a day goes by that I don’t regret not being there for you. I miss your friendship and hope we can fish together again.
My deepest condolences to John's wife and family. I spoke to him earlier this year about insurance and he told me how sick he'd been. I will miss his intelligence, humor and professionalism. May God's blessings bring peace to everyone who knew him.
Good by dear friend. We have nothing but great childhood and recent memories. Saying a prayer for your family.
By Johnny
I am sorry for your loss . Prayers to your family..
Mrs. Ursin,
My family and I are praying for your family. -Nathan
Our thoughts and prayers for each of you during this time of sorrow.
Karen and I are praying for your family.