of Bergman, AR

October 23, 1941 - November 16, 2024

Milford (Mel) Hollowell, age 83, of Bergman stood tall as he entered the arms of Jesus on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Mel, the only child of Arvil and Pearl Hollowell, was born on October 23, 1941 in Hindsville, Arkansas.

After graduating from West High School in Wichita, Kansas and attending two years of college, Mel met and married the love of his life, Peggy Tyree, in June of 1963. Mel was a dedicated foreman for Coleman for over 20 years and later became the shipping superintendent for McKee Baking Company (Little Debbie), where he retired after 23 years of service.

Mel was an outdoorsman, carpenter, musician, Sunday School teacher, deacon and vehicle trader. He is best known for his role as a devoted husband, father, son, Papa and faithful follower of Christ.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Brandon Hollowell.

He is survived by his beautiful bride of 61 years, Peggy; their children, David (Breanna) Hollowell, Karen (Butch) Malone and Michael (Jim) Hollowell; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and a host of other dear friends and family.


Visitation was Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home in Harrison, Arkansas.

Funeral service was held on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Red Oak Baptist Church, followed by a graveside service at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Gravette, Arkansas.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home
519 North Spring Street
Harrison, AR  72601
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com