of Marshall, AR
August 6, 1944 - October 18, 2022
We are sad to announce that Gary "Jack" Treat went to be with the Lord on October 18, 2022, at the age of 78, after a short and unexpected battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Jack was the youngest of 11 born to Troy and Clara Treat in Marshall, Arkansas on August 6, 1944. He married his elementary school sweetheart and the love of his life, Edna Jean Hubbard, on January 30th, 1961.
In 1962 they moved to Urbana, IL with their only child, Greg Treat. In Illinois he ran a successful drywall business for 11 years. In 1973 the family moved back home to Marshall, Arkansas. In 1975 Jack and Edna Jean purchased Searcy County Feed and Farmer's Supply from Kenneth and Edna Hubbard, which went on to become Jack Treat Lumber Company. They owned and operated Jack Treat Lumber Company for 30 years. Jack served his community in many ways, he sat on multiple boards including: Searcy County Chamber of Commerce (of which he founded), Airport Commission, 4-H Foundation, Searcy County Industrial Development, Ozark Heritage Arts Center and the Northwest Regional Housing Authority. After retirement Jack was an investor in HomeBank, sitting on the board and subsequently worked as Senior Vice President and Loan Officer for First National Bank. He was awarded the Distinguished Alumni award from Marshall High School in 2011 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Searcy County Chamber of Commerce in 2013. Of all his roles, accolades and titles, none made him prouder than "Husband", "Dad" and "Grandpa". Jack loved his grandchildren. They spent many hours together riding dirt bikes, fishing and shooting guns. Every Christmas he made sure Santa spent a little more time dropping off presents at the Treat household, leaving reindeer food on the roof and milk and cookies in the living room. It worked. The house was always overflowing with presents in the morning. Jack was selfless in everything he did; he was especially selfless when it came to his family.
He is preceded in death by parents, Troy and Clara Hall Treat and siblings, Victor, Jimmie, Russell, Wenoka, Marion, Wenona, Charles, John D and Joe.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Edna Jean Treat; son, Greg Treat (Teresa); grandson, Jack Treat (Emma); granddaughter, Maddie Treat and sister, Geneva Massey of Conway, Arkansas.
Graveside services for Jack will be 2:00 PM Friday, October 21st, 2022 at East Lawn Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. James L. Horton and Bro. Donald Patterson officiating. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
Many thanks to Ozark Health Medical Center doctors, nurses, PT, OT, speech therapists, respiratory therapists, aides and custodians for their compassionate care. A very special thanks to Dr. Steven James.
I am so sorry for your loss Ednajean I know hard times are ahead of you And no words can be said to help .God bless you in the next days
God Bless all the Treat Family. Jack was a good friend, we cherish the memories of the "Hee Haw " skit. Jack and Edna Jean and work crew at Treat Lumber made our stay in Marshall very comforting.
Jack was a wonderful person. He will be missed by all who knew him. Always smiling and always helping. Sending love and prayers for all of the family. God Bless you all. Love Daphne.
Edna Jean I’m so sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. His legacy will be carried on because he was so special to so many people.
He was a great neighbor on Westwood Drive & great supporter of the our softball team.
Jack was so kind to look after my mother’s interest in his capacity at the bank & my husband enjoyed his visits at meetings with Jack.
We will keep you and Greg in our prayers. May the special memories you made help you through this difficult time.
Al & Lisa Morris
Edna Jean i am so sorry to see that Jack passing. I lost Katala in June of cancer so i know your loss. love Bob yours and Jack Classmate
I will miss Jack. When I was with him I saw my dad. My love and prayers go to the family during this time of change and sorrow. I know they will experience Gods love and comfort.
Our deepest condolences for your family. Jack was a Pilar of the community .
Edna Jean , I am truly sorry for you and families loss of a really good man. He was always so pleasant and friendly to me…. Cliff Boyd thought the world of him ! May God give you strength and comfort !
Sincerely, Jan Boyd
Can't seem to find any words to how saddened I am for your loss. Just know if there's ever a time you need us, it will be an honor to answer your call. We love you very much.
He will be missed
So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. He was a very good man and he cared for the people of Searcy County. I meet him while pastor of Searcy County Baptist Church. We at The Zoo Church are praying for the family.
So sorry to get the new on Jack just know the family is in our prayers. Allen and Tamie Aday
Jack was such an encourager and a great friend. He will be so missed, prayers for all the family and friends.
Prayers and love to you, Edna Jean and to your family & friends. I was so shocked to hear of Jacks passing. Loy thought a lot of him since his teen years sheetrocking.
I loved the way he would smile & tease whenever we saw him.
Jack was a good man and he was my friend.
Edna Jean, So sorry to hear about Jack. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by many. Prayers for you and your family
I loved this good man and Edna Jean I love you too. I hurt for you and with youâ¤ï¸â€¼ï¸We will be strong together â¤ï¸ðŸ’‹â¤ï¸ðŸ’‹ðŸ™
We thought the world of Jack. So sorry for your loss, prayers for the family
I am so sorry for your loss.
Jack was one of the nices men I ever known and will be remembered by all that ever knew him. Praying for your family
I'm sorry for your loss, great example as a Husband, Dad, and Grandpa
So sorry for your loss, sending prayer and hugs He was a wonderful friend and neighbor. Always so kind and thoughtful
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Prayers for God's comfort for your family.
From Joel Ratchford and family, we are saddened by the loss of a dear friend to Joel and we send out condolences to the family.
Prayers hugs love comfort
Tonya and Lulu (service dog) Knight
Prayers for family and friends, he will be missed
I'm so unbelievably sorry. You guys seemed to be sweethearts and best friends. Prayers and hugs.
Mary and I send condolance and prayers.
Our deepest condolences, so sorry to hear this. Jack was such a nice guy and worked so hard to help the community.
Edna Jean, Greg and family, we were so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. He was a good man and we all loved him and proud he was a part of our family. May God give you strength at this difficult time.
From the Estes family; Thank you Jack and Edna Jean for memories our families have shared for over 40 years. We will miss you Jack. Rest in peace
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family and friends. He will be missed.
We are so sorry to hear about Jack. He was happy and friendly every time we saw him. God be with you Edna Jean and family.
We are so heartbroken For your loss. Jack was one of a kind and he will be dearly missed. Thinking of you and your family and sending so many thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing, he never knew a stranger. He was always smiling and was a great businessman. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. God Bless you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
I am so sorry to hear this. Jack was always a kind and gentle man who loved his family. Prayers for all of his family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you strength to get through the days ahead.
Prayers for your family ....I have a lot of good childhood memories with your family. May GOD get your through these days and remind you of all the good times you have had....
Great man so sorry to hear healing prayers for his wonderful family
Edna Jean ,Greg & family, so sorry to hear about Jack. I have so many great memories from our softball days…..I remember him and my mom,dad all played pitch….(card game….) And how Jack wanted to win. He has won he is watching from above. Keep the memories held tight…we are sending love & prayers….ðŸ™â¤ï¸
I remember going to his store as a little kid with my dad and grandpa. So many fond memories. He will be missed.
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
I always enjoyed going into the store, such a good atmosphere, always came out smiing. May God comfort you now and in the days to come.
I’m very sorry to hear about Uncle Jack. He was such a fun and loving guy and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with all of you !
So sorry. Prayers for the family ðŸ™
Our most sincere condolences. Jack was a wonderful man and done so much for our town. He will always be remembered with a great smile and a willingness to help others. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am saddened by your loss. With great sympathy…
We are so sorry for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are so sorry to hear about Jack. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
What a blessing it was for us to know this wonderful man! He was a great inspiration to us, and made the world a better place. Much love and prayers sent to you all!
Edna Jean my heart is broke for you and your family! I pray that god will comfort you in this sad time !! Jack was a great friend ! I know he is in heaven with Donnie and Joe talking about old times !! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»Carolyn
So sorry for your loss of Jack. Your families are in our prayers for comfort, strength and guidance in the coming days.
We were so very sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. He was always so very nice and friendly. Your family is in our prayers.
My Uncle Jack was a wonderful person and I will miss him very much. My thoughts and Prayers to Edna Jean, Greg and the rest of his Family.
Edna Jean, Greg and Family. We were so sorry to hear about Jack. He was a wonderful person and was always laughing or smiling. He will be missed . Prayers for God's peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Edna and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Jack's passing! Jack was my boss at HomeBank and I worked with Edna on the teller line. We have some good memories working together. Jack was a kind man and will be greatly missed. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come. May God bless you all.
Edna Jean & Family,
With heavy hearts we are sending our deep sympathy upon hearing about Jack passing. Jack was a wonderful friend to one and all. Jack & you always will be a pillar in our community. Jack's passing is a great loss to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers for you in the days to come rely on your faith, family and friends. Take time for yourself and remember Jack will always be with you in your heart.
Kathleen S. Gillum
Richard O. Scott
Edna Jean & family, we were so sorry to hear about Jack . He was such a wonderful person and will be missed by all that knew him. It will be a great loss for our little community as well! Our thoughts & prayers go out to you in the difficult days ahead. God Bless You!
The impact that Jack and Edna have had on this community may never be fully known. They helped so many in need.
They never looked to be recognized for it, they just did it.
Praying for the family in this very hard time.
Sending prayers & love to your family.
Edna Jean & family I’m so sorry for your loss! Jack was a good man!
Kay.
A TRULY good guy! Praying for the family.
Friend to everyone, he will be missed, he's truly home. Go rest high on that Mountain Mr. Jack
Sad to hear about Jack. He was such a great person and we cherished his friendship. Our love and prayers for Edna Jean and all the family.
So sorry My friend. Prayers and Love for you. ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Sarah and Charles
Sorry to hear about Jack passing away. He was a very good man and a big help to us when we needed it.
Sincere condolences
Edna Jean and Family - I was so shocked and sad to hear of Jack’s passing! Sending my love and condolences !
Edna Jean…We are so very sorry for your loss. We know Jack was the rock of your family, but he was also a solid anchor for our community. He always had a smile and a nice thing to say to everyone! He will be missed by all who knew him. Our sincerest condolences and prayers for you and your family ðŸ™
Marian and I are so sorry to here about Jack’s passing. Our prayers are with Greg, his Mother, Geneva and the family. As told, he lived a wonderful life to the fullest. Olso, condolences to my dear friend Gary Massey.
I never ever heard a bad word spoken only thanks and gratitude’s of Jack Treat. I am certain his accomplishments will continue on earth however his rewards wait on that glad reunion day. Our prayers of strength and comfort are with his family and friends. Jack, save me a seat as close as you can to Gods throne!
It saddens me deeply to know Uncle Jack has passed. There is so many things I should have shared with him, and I should have spent more time with him. In this life we always fall short of doing the things that is more important. We need to express our love daily to our family's and put them first in life. That is what Uncle Jack would do.
We will all miss you Uncle Jack but what a reunion you must be sharing with all those awnry siblings and cousins of yours!! Love to all the family
Greg and Teresa
So sorry to hear about your dad and father-in-law. Please know Bobby and I will be praying for you and your family.
With love,
Rhonda Eubanks
We are sending love and prayers to this family. Very wonderful man. We pray that God will hold you all close as you find your way through saying goodbye.
So sorry to hear of Jack passing. He was a friend to and helped so many people in this area. Thoughts are with Edna Jean and family. Jack was one of the GOOD GUYS and will always be remembered as such.
Jack and Edna Jean showed a love towards their community that can hardly be matched. The type of people that made your day brighter just by running into them. We send our deepest sympathies to Jack’s family and many friends. David & Judy Branscum
Shirley and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for Gods peace and comfort in this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. The family is in my prayers.
So very very sorry to hear this sad news. Praying for all of the family.
Greg, sorry for your loss, your dad was a special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May God be with Y'all through this difficult time...My thoughts and prayers are with you â¤ï¸.
We always loved going into the lumber store and seeing both of you. He was a very sweet and precious man
Edna Jean , Greg and family..
I’m so sorry for your loss, Jack was a good man…. praying for strength and comfort as you go through this difficult time..Love and prayers
So sorry to hear about Jack sending healing prayers to his family.
Greg, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I know you hold many wonderful memories of him. May you and your mom experience God's comfort and blessings as you process through the coming days.
Jeff & Dana
So sorry for your loss, Jack was a great guy and always willing to help everyone.
Thought the world of Jack and his family
Bless you Sir. You were always special & treated us as special. You are a good man. You will be missed by us all.
Edna. Jean and family. We are very sorry for your loss. Jack was and has always been a good man and he came from a great family. He also married into a good family
Jack was a very special individual, he was a great person, with a big personality. He was great in our community and was always willing to give a hand up if possible. He was greatly thought of. We will miss him terribly. Prayers to all of the family.
He will be missed.
Dear Edna Jean and family ,
My heart is saddened for you at this time. May the peace of our Lord be with you all.
Blessings, Laura
Prayers for your family,
Our condolences to the family of Gary Jack Treat. Jack was an absolute pillar of our community and a great leader! Jack was also the founder of our chamber of commerce. He leaves a loving family and a community where it can easily be said that he made a difference! He was a major part of the foundation that we are building on today. Marshall and Searcy County are better off now because of his tireless efforts in business, civic responsibilities, and volunteerism. We owe him a debt of gratitude. Thank you Mr. Treat for a life of service to your fellow man!
Jeanie, I am so very sorry to learn about Jackie. I have so many wonderful memories of both of you! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!! Love you
Edna and family I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing , you are all in my thoughts and prayers .
So sorry for your lost we could be kin my dad family came from their
So very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Such a recognizable name in the community, Jack was so easy to talk to and enjoyable to be around. Prayers for Edna Jean, his family, friends, and the community as his loss will be felt by so many
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Edna Jean and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a special friend. We benefited greatly from his wisdom and knowledge. He was a wonderful man. We are praying for all of you.
So very sorry for your loss He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Loved and admired by everyone
God bless you and your family. We are so sorry.
I’m so sorry that Jack has passed away. My thoughts and prayers for all family friends.
Jack and Edna Jean Treat were a driving positive influence in the Searcy county community . Jack was always a happy man with a smile and a warm word . He was supportive in my childrens successful endeavors in 4H . Jack was A pillar in the community. He will be missed . Prayers to the family
Loved this man an his smile...my dad worked for him when I was born an I was brought home from the Harrison hospital in one of treats delivery trucks...every time I would see him he would tell me the story...he helped us as Chris an I built our house ..just couldn't beat Jack Treat .. so so sorry
Edna Jean and family I am so very sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. Prayers for peace and comfort that only God can give.
We were so sorry to hear about Jack. You and your family are so special to us and mean a lot to us. PRAYERS FOR ALL AND WE ⤠LOVE YOU.
Edna Jean and family, praying for peace and comfort for you in the days to come,
Due to dads health we will not be able to attend but please know our prayers go out to Edna Jean and family. He will be greatly missed
WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JACK. BOTH OF YOU ARE SPECIAL TO US AND WE THINK A LOT OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . PRAYERS For all. ⤠love, you all,
Our deepest sympathy in your loss.
My prayers are with my sweet friend Edna Jean. My heart hurts. Jack was such a good man and you were very fortunate to have him for 61 years. I’ll always remember walking into the lumber yard store and hearing Jack call out “ hello mrs. Mayo!!†We all have sweet memories! Hold on to them ! Love you, Edna Jean!
Praying for your family at this hard time.
Rhonda , Reta and Leroy