of Timbo, AR
October 21, 1928 - March 24, 2015
J. Hugh Southern, 86, of Timbo, Arkansas passed away at his home on March 24, 2015. J. Hugh was born on October 21, 1928 in Round Mountain, Arkansas to the late McKinley and Bernice (Lee) Southern in Round Mountain, Arkansas. J. Hugh was a Corporal in the United States Army during the Korean War where he was decorated with the Korean Service Medal, five Bronze Service Stars, United Nations Service Medal and a Purple Heart. J. Hugh was a former board member of Timbo School, Farm Bureau, and the Soil and Conservation District; as well as being a successful farmer.
J. Hugh is survived by three daughters, Sherry Branscum, Carla Cutrer and husband Mark, and Diane Phillips and husband Kevin; three brothers, Willie Southern, Rubin Southern, and Junior Southern and wife Sandra; one sister, Wilma Tilley; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
J. Hugh was preceded in death by his parents, McKinley and Bernice (Lee) Southern, and his wife, Louise (Gammill) Southern.
A visitation will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2015, at Timbo Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Timbo, Arkansas from 12-2PM. Funeral services will follow the visitation beginning at 2:00PM with Brother Junior Barham officiating. Interment will be at Pordue Cemetery in Onia, Arkansas.
Pallbearers are Clint Branscum, Brent Branscum, Grant Branscum, Jon Fulks, Josh Fulks, and Trent Rushing. Honorary pallbearers are Kristen Marsoff, Paulie Phillips, Lauren Phillips, Jerome Branscum, Willie Southern, Junior Southern, Rubin Southern, Mike Tilley, Richard Southern, Phillip Southern, and Larry Southern.
Roller Coffman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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13 Condolence(s)
Peggy Adams
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Prayers and sympathy to you and your family Sherry.
Cheryl Strong Hensley
Saturday, March 28, 2015
May God bless you and your family Sherry as you go through this difficult time.
Jerome Branscum
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Hugh was one of the best men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was someone I could always count on. He was a good and honest man who loved his family and no one will ever replace him. He taught me all I know about cattle farming and I loved spending every minute that I spent with him. I know that he will be missed greatly by his family and friends. Rest in peace. Hopefully I will see you again and we will spend a lot of time together.
Peggy Lancaster
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. I apology for not being able to attend the funeral. I wish there were words of comfort that I could offer. I know that time will ease the pain of the void left.
Marianne Fletcher
Thursday, March 26, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and a pillar of the community that will be greatly missed. Enjoyed every minute I ever spent with him
JoAnn Green
Thursday, March 26, 2015
So sorry for your lost, my prayers are with you,Hugh and my dad Pete were good friends and my dad would talk about some of the good times they had together he will be missed.
Doug Brewer
Thursday, March 26, 2015
So sorry to hear of Hugh's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
Kelly Kidd
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Carla, Diane and Sherry:
J Hugh Southern served his country, state and family with such honor. You must be very proud of his accomplishments; and always remember what he stood for and cherished in his family. I fervently pray that God will continue to bless all as a family in unity during this time of grief.
Shiela Bradshaw
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Sorry for the loss of a wonderful man.. he is part of my family that will not be forgotten. I will miss him. Thinking of all of you !
Dawn Branscum
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
I am so very sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Henry & Sharon Matlock
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
So sorry to hear of Hugh's passing. My the Lord comfort the family in this time of sorrow.
nessa
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace.
Bill and Betty Cooper
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Diane, Jon and Josh we were so sorry to hear of the the passing of your dad and grandpa. It is so hard loosing someone you love. You were blessed to have him as long as you did. I know you have many memories of him that you will always cherish. May God bless you in the days ahead. Please know that you will be in our prayers and thoughts. We love you. Grandma and Bill