of Flippin, AR
April 21, 1921 - January 20, 2024
Elmo Hurst passed from this world on January 20, 2024 at the age of One Hundred Two years and Nine months young. He was preceded in death by his wife of seventy years, Nadine (Ott) Hurst. He was born on April 21, 1921 to John Brooksher and Agatha Jane (Jefferson) Hurst. He was the sixth generation of his family who were life-long residents of Marion County, beginning with his great-great-great grandfather, John ''The Pioneer'' Hurst who arrived in Marion County in 1811.
He is survived by a son and daughter: Larry Hurst and wife, Rita of Kimberling City, MO, Sharleen Johnson and husband, Ron of Lee's Summit, MO; four grandchildren: Stacy Patton and husband, Brian of Grain Valley, MO, Amanda Leonard and husband, Josh of Oak Grove, MO, Regina Hurst and Lance Hurst of Kimberling City, MO; four great-grandchildren: Renae Pogue and husband, Drake of Bankston, AL, Mackenzie Patton of Grain Valley, MO, Jarrett and Kaylee Leonard of Oak Grove, MO; four sisters: Betty Doshier and husband, Verl of Yellville, AR, Kathleen Elumbaugh and Jearldine McNeil of Mountain Home, AR, Maxine Bridgman and husband, Stan of Alpena, AR; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Elmo was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Lealon Hurst, Carlis Hurst and Cora Tetrick.
Elmo was a devoted family man, not only to his immediate family, but also to his extended family and friends. In addition to growing excellent watermelons, he was a cattleman, farmer, carpenter and professional fishing guide. He loved bluegrass festivals, fishing and hunting, especially elk hunting in Colorado with his uncles and other family members. He also was a huge Razorback Basketball fan.
He will be greatly missed by family and all those who knew him.
Visitation will be 12:30 - 1:30 pm Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
Graveside service will be 2:00 pm Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Hurst Cemetery in Flippin with Terry Ott officiating.
Pallbearers will be Brian Patton, Josh Leonard, Jarrett Leonard, Larry Blasdel Jr., Doug Parnell, Drake Pogue and Lance Hurst.
Honorary pallbearers will be Stan Bridgman, Verl Doshier and Rick Smith.
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7 Condolence(s)
Steven Morrow
Thursday, January 25, 2024
My dad thought alot of Elmo, ( Chuck Morrow) our thoughts and prayers for this family
Jim and Ronda
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Larry, Rita, Sharleen, Ronnie and families,
You are all in our thoughts and in prayer during this time of sorrow. Our hearts go out to you.
Have lots of good memories of spending time with my uncle Elmo and aunt Nadine. I remember how he laughed and how he teased me when I was a kid. Loved getting to go to their house.
May your memories help you through the days ahead.
Shannon Chandler
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the Hurst family and friends .
Jerry Lack
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Jearldine & Kathleen, JoAnn & I are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your Family in this time of sorrow.
Sharon, Sharleta and Regina Cranfill
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We are so sorry to hear of Elmo's passing. He will be greatly missed.
Kirby Davenport
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Many Memories of Elmo and Nadine and the home on Crooked Creek. From hauling watermelons to playing in the creek. There will never be another Elmo. All the best wishes for Sharleen and Larry. Kirby Davenport
Marsha (Johnson) Neely
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Dear Sharleen, Larry and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and for the days ahead. I have many fond memories of your parents when we were kids. This makes my heart hurt. He was one of the best ........and he grew great watermelons!!!