of Marshall, AR
March 18, 1933 - October 21, 2022
Harold Lloyd Blackwell, age 89, of Marshall, Arkansas died Friday, October 21st, 2022 at his home with his family by his side. He was born in the Witts Springs Community of Searcy County Arkansas on March 18th, 1933 to Major Burton Blackwell and Verna Leona Laymon Blackwell.
Harold attended the Harriet Assembly of God and was baptized June 4th, 2017 by Pastor Donnie Horton. Harold served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was aboard the USS Glendale. After his discharge from the Navy, he continued to serve his country stateside with the National Guard 224th Maintenance Division. Harold worked side by side with his wife of almost 64 years, Jeweldean Treat Blackwell, running the Best Cleaners in Marshall, Arkansas. After selling the cleaners, they worked in Conway at the Model Laundry. He loved farming, being outdoors, hunting and most of all fishing. Harold spent many nights fishing on Bull Shoals Lake, Greers Ferry Lake and Choctaw Lake. He spent many weekends floating the Buffalo River with Jeweldean shuttling boats for him.
Survivors include his daughter, Debra (Gary) McDaniel of Marshall; grandsons, Michael Blackwell and Cody (Ashley) Baysinger; great-grandchildren, Connor Baysinger, Halen Baysinger and Sophia Blackwell; niece, Lanae Gillispie of Springfield, MO; nephew, David Treat of Bentonville; great-nieces, Jerra (Ricky) Icenhower and Julie (Tyler) Thorton and many other nieces, nephews and cousins.
Harold is preceded in death by his wife, Jeweldean Treat Blackwell; his parents, Major and Verna Blackwell and his siblings, Donald Jack Blackwell, Billy John Blackwell, Doris Jean Ford and Linda Sue Terrell.
Funeral services for Harold will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 26th, 2022 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Donnie Horton officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 in the Chapel. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery where Harold will be laid to rest beside his wife, Jeweldean. Bearers will be Gary McDaniel, Travis Ragland, Russell Horton, Randy Hubbard, James Watson and Ed Akin.
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29 Condolence(s)
Brenda and Will Janeway
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
So sorry for your loss, he was a very nice person!
Molinda Watts
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
I am so sorry about your loss. I loved Harold he was a wonderful person .he will be missed
Susan Baker
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Melinda Caldwell
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
My heart goes out to Debbie and the family for your loss. I know Harold was the light of your life and such a good man. May you feel the support and love both near and far from the circle of friends and family who love you.
Bev Treat
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
I am sorry for your pain of the loss of your loved one, Harold. He was such a kind person. As the old song says, There will be a happy meeting in Heaven I know. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. ðŸ™â™¥ï¸
Nathan and Bridget Treadwell
Monday, October 24, 2022
We’re praying for your family during this time of grief.
Theresa Warren
Monday, October 24, 2022
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jimmy and Beverly Horton
Monday, October 24, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Julie and Ron Stoops
Monday, October 24, 2022
He was a very friendly and sweet man. He will be missed greatly. Prayers for the family
Daphne Warren
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Prayers and love for all of you. So sorry.Harold will be missed. Love Daphne
Rick and Janice Horton
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Debbie and Family…we are so sad and sorry for you as you grieve the homegoing of your dad. He was genuinely loved by all who knew him, and we were all mightily blessed to have been in his circle of friends. Our sincerest condolences and prayers for you and your family.
Debbie Watts and Craig Coffey
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Harold was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Jacalyn Glenn
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Our thoughts, prayers and respect to the family. Harold and Jewell were always good to us in our time in Marshall.
Bruce Stewart
Sunday, October 23, 2022
My condolences to Debbie, Michael, Cody, and the rest of the family and friends. Harold always had a smile handy whenever I met him anywhere. It didn’t matter what he was doing, he had a joy for life. I’m sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Jamie Ford
Sunday, October 23, 2022
I'm so glad we were able to visit with Uncle Harold earlier this year. His stories were amazing, hilarious, and a blessing. Sending love, prayers, and condolences. Harold, we miss you.
Nancy Jones
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Harold always had a smile and a kind word when ever he saw you. He was a remarkable man. A perfect example for us to follow. It is hard to lose those we love. Praying peace and comfort for your family. Love you all.
Tammy bryan
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Harold was a blessing to everyone he met He didn't meet any strangers he would greet everyone with a kind word He had the love of a saved one and shared that with anyone he met He will be missed I pray for comfort and peace to the family
Rita Roach
Sunday, October 23, 2022
So sorry to of Harold’s passing. He was very good friend to my daddy, and visited him often. I always thought highly of his acts. Prayers for you all.
Albert & Anna Maze
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Harold always had a warm smile for everyone. He and Jeweldean were hard workers. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
pauline Ragland
Saturday, October 22, 2022
So sorry to hear of Harolds passing
Shirley J. Gray
Saturday, October 22, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Donna Beavers McGee
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Harold was a kind man. My sympathy to his family...
Barbara Smith
Saturday, October 22, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Harolds passing. He was a really sweet guy. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
Coy & Sue Horton
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Harold was a good man and will be missed. He was always at the center of every project in the National Guard. Prayers and comfort to the family in the days ahead.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Sorry to hear this.
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Our deepest sympathy. Harold was a great person. Enjoyed visiting with him on many occasions. He always had a smile.
Gary and Barbara West
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Harold was a great guy and will be missed by many Always met you with a big smile and friendly chat Another from that great generation I speak of so often Our condolences to Debra and his family and friends
Clara Foshee
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Prayers for family
Tonya Keisler Darvin Rea
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Sorry for your family's loss
God bless you all