of Harrison, AR
September 23, 1955 - December 29, 2024
Richard ''Richie'' W. Poe, a beloved member of our community, passed away at the age of 69 on December 29, 2024. A cherished dentist known for his compassion and care, Richie dedicated 40 years to connecting with and loving the folks of Harrison.
Richie's life was a testament to his love of his family, his faith and his passions. He was a devoted grandfather, father and husband. Nothing made him happier than spending time with them. He was a dedicated member of Northside Church of Christ, his second family. He was a passionate fisherman, singer, Razorback fan and loved Andy Griffith.
Richie's light will continue to shine in the hearts of those who knew him. He will be deeply missed but is singing with Jesus now.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Ruth Poe. He is survived by his wife, Becky; his daughters, Ellie Jane (Kevin) of Bentonville, Arkansas and Emma Gammon (Taylor) of Madison Alabama; grandchildren, Ella, Lucy, Millie, Hattie and William; his sister, Alisa Davidson (Dan) of Searcy AR and a host of nieces and nephews who will deeply miss him.
Funeral services will be Thursday at 10:00 AM at Northside Church of Christ with Steve Powers officiating. Interment will be in Maplewood Cemetery. Arrangements are by Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice the Hills 501 E Sherman, Harrison, AR 72601 or Camp Tahkodah, HU10844, Searcy, AR 72149.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18707413113.
I just learned of Richie’s passing. So sad to hear of this. He was our family dentist for years. Was always so kind and cared for his patients. Sending condolences to his family.
Kevin and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying Gods peace and comfort for you at this difficult time.
We will be making a donation in your father in laws name to hospice.
Your Walmart family.
Dr. Poe was our family dentist for many years and was so caring and thoughtful. We are so saddened by his passing. Condolences and prayers for his family.
Richie was a great friend of our family. He was always positive about life like his Mom and Dad, Ruth & Dick. We knew him before he became Dr. Poe and he was always the same. He had a beautiful way with words… what a talent, whether he was speaking or writing, he was both funny and purposeful. Richie was the very definition of compassion; he had the heart of Jesus. He will be sorely missed and never forgotten. His kindness and Christian spirit will forever be etched in our minds.
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
We were sorry to hear that Richie passed away. We send our deepest condolences and prayers to all the family. I was a classmate of Richie’s, he was a kind and caring person .
Jerry & Karen Pederson
Becky, Emma & Ellie,
We were so sorry to hear of Ritchie’s passing. Ritchie worked for Lisa’s dad at Walter’s while he was in high school & Lisa’s family lived behind the Poes when they moved to Harrison. So, our families go way back. It was nice after many years to reconnect as Sky was at Harding with your daughters.
Our hearts are with you all as you mourn your huge loss. Hold onto all those wonderful memories you each have of this fine Christian man!
Becky & family, we are sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts & prayers during this time of loss.
I have always looked up to Richie. He was one of the most respected people that I have known. He had a gentle, genuine personality and was always there for anyone who needed it. He was a wonderful example of what a servant should be and a dedicated leader in the church. He will be sorely missed. We love all the family, and pray for their comfort.
Dr. Poe was the best dentist we ever had. He was kind and caring. He made trips going to the dentist so much better. He will be missed greatly by everyone. Sending Our thoughts and prayers to his family.
This man had my respect, admiration, and he was someone I was lucky to have known. The world would be a better place if there were more people like Richie. I am heartbroken over his loss and even more so because Dean and I had a good visit about ten days ago with him and Becky. We heard how he was ready to begin that last chapter of his life with Becky by moving to NE Arkansas. I shared the common love of photography, family and I was enjoyed our conversations relating to that. Richie, we are sad to see you leave us but happy to know where you are. Thank you for being such a great guy. Our love and prayers for his family in the days ahead.
We are so saddened to learn of Richies passing. He was the most kind, humble, loving person we ever knew. He was always there to help anyone who was in need. And his love for the Lord was what he shared with us all. Our prayers are with you Becky and family. We love you all.
My heart was sadden when I hear about the passing of my friend Dr. Richie Poe
what a man of God he was , always had a Christ like spirit every time that I saw him , always would ask about my family and so sincere Our prayers to Becky and the girls from your friends.
Dewey & Teresa McGarrah
Becky, Ellie & Emma we extend our deepest sympathy. Richie was a good friend and a superb dentist. He was a very helpful person. Some years ago I had to travel internationally and a few hours before I had to depart, I had a tooth flare up. He made a special trip to the clinic on the weekend to deal with the issue. It was a big relief knowing that I would not have to make a 14 hour flight fearing the tooth might become very painful.
God's Blessings
Al & Diana Newberry
Harrison
Becky, Ellie, & Emma, you will be in our family’s prayers. My dad always enjoyed chatting with him, and I remember his kindness any time I visited your house or his practice.
Dr. Poe was like no other. He was a kind, humble, friendly, gentle soul. He was our family dentist my whole life and he had a way of making you feel important.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, I know you are his pride and joy.
He will be greatly missed.
Harrison and environs have lost a special man. May the God of all comfort be with you all.
He cared for Grace and I for many years and was the best Dentist one could ever hope for. He
was a credit to his profession, and most of all a true reflection of Christ given man.
God Bless
Dale and I were sorry to hear of Dr. Poe's passing. He was our Dr. Dentist for years. But most of all he was a true and faithful servant in the Lord's work. He will truly be missed. We are praying for the family.
Richie always showed Christ in his huge ever-present smile and his always outflowing love toward everyone he came into contact with. Family, you will always have that love. Remember that love until we see him again with our Heavenly Father.
What a wonderful person he was! In every sense of the word! I was blessed to have him as my dentist from the time he began working in Harrison until the day he retired and he was the absolute best.. He was the most caring, genuine person you could ever meet. Praying for his wonderful family during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed!
I am so sorry to hear of Richie’s passing. He was always such a compassionate and caring man, as well as a devout christian. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear ones,
The rejoicing that is going on in heaven helps to soften the sadness for us here that are going to miss our dear nephew. Richie’s Uncle Charley respected and loved the child and man Richie grew to become. He was always so much fun and a joy to be around.
Much love and prayers, Becky, to you and your family.
Sending our deepest condolences to Dr. Poe's family. He was a great Dentist, went to him for many years.
Dr. Poe was the best person. He helped so many people, including me. He was a true friend. Love to his family.
So sorry to hear of Dr Poe’s passing. He was a great dentist who cared for his patients. He always had a story to share and would ask about everyone in the family. He will be missed. Love and prayers for the family.
My cousin Richie will be remembered as a loving, caring, hardworking, talented man after Gods heart. He always made me feel welcome and was so encouraging to all he met. Praying for his sweet wife and family. Knowing in my heart he is rejoicing in heaven and there was a huge shout of joy when he entered into our Fathers house.
Becky, Ellie, Emma and family, my heart was so sad to hear of Richie’s passing. He was a good friend and dentist. He was a wonderful Christlike example for all who knew him. I am praying for comfort for you and your family.
Ritchie has been a dear friend and brother for a long time. We have always loved Ritchie and family. A great example. May the Lord bless and keep Becky and all of his family.
Richie had one of the most caring hearts of anyone I’ve ever known. He always knew what to say to make you feel better. Becky. Ella and Emma my prayers are for you and your family. God be with you and help you thru this time.
As a classmate of Richie I was sad to hear of his passing. Richie always had a smile that filled his face. He was loved by many and looked for the good in everyone.He left this world way too early, but is looking down to bring people joy in people’s hearts. My prayers are with Becky, his daughters, family, and friends. May God hold you all tight as you go through this process.
Dr. Poe made me like going to the dentist. He was always kind and caring. Praying for his family.
Dr. Poe was our family dentist for decades. He always took time to visit for a minute and catch up on how everyone in the family was doing. When I was a kid, my mom and I were in some Harrison Theater Company Productions with him. He was so kind hearted and always made everyone around him feel comfortable. I’m very sorry to hear of his passing and my sympathies go out to his family. My whole family was blessed to know him.
So sad to see this report,, always enjoyed talking with Dr Poe when we would meet him somewhere. Never saw him without a smile. A great loss.
I understand the pain you’re all feeling and my heart aches for you as you have to navigate this unimaginable loss. Your memories of him will live on forever in your heart for all the good times you shared.
Dear Becky and family, I was his patient for 10 years, and we had many chats about faith, kids, serving God and loving family. I am so sad for your loss. He was a light to so many.
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Poe’s passing. I was his patient for almost 30 years. His compassion for dentistry and his patients was evident at each visit. He was always a gentle, kind, and respectful man. Dr Poe will certainly be missed. My deepest condolences to his family. Praying for peace and comfort at this difficult time.
What a shock. Richie was a lifelong friend.
Such a good and honest person.
The world needs more Richie Poes!
He will be missed by many, Rest in Peace my friend.
There are countless compliments that apply to this wonderful man. He has always had my respect and admiration and he will be missed by every life he touched. It has been a privilege and a gift to know him.
We are so sorry for your loss. Dr Poe was a favorite among our nursing home residents and earned every bit of that praise. Great man
So sorry to hear about Dr. Poe's passing. He was one of the good guys, always remembered details about our lives and family when we had appointments.
Sending love and prayers for the family! All of you are in our thoughts! Richie will be missed by all that knew him! Until we meet again!
I first met Dr.Poe when he began working with Dr. Kernodle at least 40 years ago or so. He was our family dentist the entire time. His gentle nature, assuring voice, and compassion always were appreciated. I'm so sorry he wasn't able to enjoy his retirement longer. A truly nice guy!
We are so sad to hear of Dr. Poe passing. He was so kind to my family over the many years of knowing him as our dentist. He felt like family to us and will be truly missed. With all our love, Tony, Summer, Will and Sabrina
My family and I were blessed to know Dr Poe, not only as our dentist but our friend and brother in Christ for many years. I loved to hear the stories he told in bible classes and his humor anytime we talked. He was kind, compassionate and respectful to everyone. He will be missed.
Becky, Ellie and Emma we will be praying for all of you and your families.
Richie was very Christlike. Love was part of his personality. I first met Richie in junior high in band. If I remember he played cello. He was a good guy amongst some some bad people. He’s gone to Paradise now to be with his father and mother. He will never be forgotten.
What a sad day when I learned of Dr Poe's passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. Growing up as his patient it felt like seeing family when I went to his office and never fail he always asked how my parents and brother were doing at each checkup. Prayers for the family of peace and comfort during this time of loss. He will be truly missed by many.
Precious Becky and girls, Butch and I are heartbroken for you, and so happy for Richie. We know he lived his entire life for this moment in time. We know our merciful compassionate Father will comfort you all in the days and months ahead. We keep you in our prayers always, Patty
So sorry for your loss. Dr. Poe was my dentist for many years...He was a great person.
Richie was my classmate. I remember him as a kind and respectful person who also loved to laugh. He was a friend of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. My prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Becky: I'm so deeply saddened to hear of Dr Poe's passing. He was such a special person. He had a kindness about him that just made you feel good whether you were his patient, or a friend in passing. My prayers are with you and your family. He will be deeply missed.
Condolences and Love,
Teresa Gale and Family
Richie Poe, was a very nice and good man when I used to go to him all the time he always asked me about my girls.. very sweet man, he will be truly be missed by all ,prayers for the family
Dr Poe’s love and kindness will always be remembered. He had a beautiful way of telling a story. Richie resonated humility, humor and compassion in ways that honored his Love for Christ. We love you Becky and girls. He will be so very missed, but he will be waiting for us.
I was so saddened to learn of Dr. Poe's passing, it is truly a great loss. Going to the dentist felt like visiting family and has never been the same since his retirement. To say he will be missed is an understatement. I pray for peace and comfort while you navigate through this difficult time, sending love and hugs to all!
I’m just so sad to hear this. Richie and I met as kids when he and his family moved to Harrison. As adults, we shared sweet memories whenever we saw each other.
What a beautiful life he lived with kindness and love for everyone. My heart grieves with yours Becky, the girls and grandchildren, and all who loved him.