of Pleasant Plains, AR
September 6, 1961 - August 5, 2014
John William Garner, 52, of Huff, died Tuesday.
He was born in Batesville, Arkansas on September 6, 1961 and was the son of J. D. Garner and Norma Faye (Moss) Garner.
He was a 1979 graduate of Pleasant Plains High School. He was an equipment operator for the Arkansas Highway Department and previously worked for six years with the Independence County Road Department. He enjoyed watching his sons play football, deer hunting, and fishing for trout and bass on the area lakes and rivers. He also enjoyed the rodeo and in his younger years, he was a bull rider. He was a member of the Wooldridge Hunting Club and a member of the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Sherry Lynn (Bryant) Garner of Huff; four sons, Ty Garner of Pangburn, Cody Garner, Dusty Garner and Chad Bechdoldt all of Huff; one daughter, Fallon Barnett of Cave City; five grandchildren, Chase and Charlie Bechdoldt both of Huff, Cheyene Barnett, Hunter and Mason Barnett all of Cave City; and his parents. He is also survived by one sister, Charlotte Dugger of Pleasant Plains and two nephews, Jerad Dugger of Pleasant Plains and Kenny Seaman of Chicago, IL.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Danny Seaman and David Seaman.
Pallbearers will be Mark Carpenter, Andy Robey, John Davis, Larry Jones, Kenny Tosh, and Rex Brightwell. Honorary pallbearers are Lyndal Waits, Bryan Anderson, John Jones, Stacy Caplener, Coach Dave King, Coach Doug Walls, all Batesville School District Coaches, all co-workers of District 5 State Highway Department, and all co-workers of Independence County Road Department.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday at the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Reggie Walling officiating. Burial will follow at Kyler Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
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30 Condolence(s)
Billy and Dana Thomas
Monday, August 11, 2014
J.D. and Faye,
Wishing God's comfort for you and your family.
Angel Newcomb
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Sherry and family
I am so sorry for the loss of John. He was such a kind and friendly person, I pray God will give you peace during this time.
Kitty McMullin
Sunday, August 10, 2014
John, I will miss you always and always remember the good times at my café,
Love, Kitty
Suzann Barnes and Cor
Sunday, August 10, 2014
John, me and Cory love you and will miss you, you were always so sweet and our family will miss you always
Love Suzann
Frances McMullin
Sunday, August 10, 2014
John, I love you and I will miss you always. You were a very special person and I love you with all my heart so much.
love Frances
John and Pam Bryant
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Sherry and family,
John and I pray for Gods comfort and peace for you as you face the days ahead,
Beth Christiansen
Saturday, August 9, 2014
There are no good words. Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you during this very difficult time.
Yvonne Adkins Russell
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Sherry you and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry about John he will be truly missed.
Charlotte Oliver Widdowson
Friday, August 8, 2014
Sherry so sorry to hear about John. Prayers for you and your family. May God comfort your hearts with peace
Jeannie smith miller
Friday, August 8, 2014
Uncle j.d. & aunt Faye & rest of family, mike & I are so sorry for your loss. John was so good. Our love & prayers are with all of you, Jeannie
Perry & Shyvonne Turner
Friday, August 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joanie Youner
Friday, August 8, 2014
Sherrie and family...I was so sorry to hear about John...Please know that you're all in my thoughts and prayers...
Joanie Younger
Tommy Crawford
Thursday, August 7, 2014
John will be missed
Praying for the family
Patty Mason
Thursday, August 7, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. I have known John for years. He was always smiling, kind, thoughtful and had a laugh that could make a day brighter. My prayers are with his entire family, I know he will be missed. Rip John.
Michael and Kem Lackey
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Sherry and Family
We are so sorry to hear about John. He was a nice person and Pleasant Plains won't be the same without him. Prayers for you and all the family.
Clifton & Cindy Scoggin
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Sherry our hearts go out to you and your family. John was a really nice guy who will be missed by all who knew him. Love and prayers to you.
Tina Bristow
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Sherry you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. John was a great friend. He will be greatly missed.
Lisa Carlson
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Praying
Mike Foster
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Praying for the family.
Robert Galligher
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Sorry for lose Sherry Prayers for you and your family .
Crystal Bozeman
Thursday, August 7, 2014
So sorry to hear about John it don't seem real that his gone he will be truly mist we will keep u in our prayers love the Bozeman family
Debbie Passmore Williams
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Sherry and family,
I am so sorry to hear about John. I have fond memories of our school days. He had such a sweet spirit and was always smiling. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort in the days ahead.
Debbie Passmore Williams
Susie Elumbaugh Handy
Thursday, August 7, 2014
My prayers are with you!
Shelly mason
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
It's hard to believe. My family to yours. .. we send all our regards and prayers. John was an awesome person who leaves behind a wonderful family. We love you all. Our hearts are heavy. May God Bless each and every one. Our love to yall.
Patricia milon
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Praying for you and your family.
Kenneth & Sherian Smith
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Sherry and Family, we were so sorry to hear of this, John was a special friend of our and our hearts go out to you and yours.
James and Lois Butler
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Sherry and Family we are so sorry to hear of John's death. We will be praying that God will comfort you at this time. We send our deepest sympathy
Maisie Jones
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
To the family:
I'm so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. I pray for comfort and peace for you all..
Maisie
John Hughes
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Praying for the Family
Betty and Clentis Sturch
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Sherry and family we are so sorry to hear about John's accident and death. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your entire family. You are always in our prayers May God comfort you as only he can in times like these