of Harrison, AR
November 20, 1942 - June 4, 2023
John Austin Carlton, 80, son of Austin and Flo Ella Newman Carlton, left this life on June 4, 2023, at Cox South in Springfield, Missouri, after a fall with a head injury. He was surrounded by his family.
John was raised in the Krooked Kreek area and graduated 1960 from Harrison High School. John retired from Alltel and spent his retirement years enjoying the farm. He was a member of Gaither Baptist Church. John loved his family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He told "Indian Joe" stories and loved taking them to the farm. John enjoyed mentoring young men that worked with him on the farm, including Sean Turkington, Austin Tate, Curtis Waters, Jacob Waters, and Eric White. At a young age, he taught his grandsons to drive on the farm and drive semi-trucks. John was an avid animal lover. He loved to go to the airport and watch airplanes land.
On May 26, 1962, he was united in marriage to Sally (Villines) Carlton. They shared the last 61 years and had three children; a son, Todd & Roxie Carlton; daughters, Shelley & Robert Turkington and Darlene & Mike Tate. Grandchildren are Khris Carlton & Jami, Kara Turner & Luke, Kaden Carlton & Kaila, Sean Turkington & Aubrey, Sarah Turkington & Sam, Austin Tate & Meagan, and Taylor Tate. Great-Grandchildren are Haylen Grace Carlton, Brady Isabel, Silas McBee, Waylon Carlton, Lincoln Turner, London June Turner, Landon Turner, and numerous other family and friends.
Special thanks to Curtis Waters, Air Evac, Krooked Keek fire department, Cox South, his nurses, Jordan and Kylie in the NTICU, and his nurse practitioner, Angela Teague.
Visitation was held Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Chapel.
The memorial service was Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Dr. James Bryant and Rev. Rodney Stromlund officiating.
Private burial will be at a later date.
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19 Condolence(s)
Linda Mills Cocktum
Saturday, July 29, 2023
Sally, I am just reading the obituarieys this morning an I sae John's. I am so sorry. Seems like I knew him forever from school and him driving our school bus to working with him at Alltel for my 23 years there. I know he was your lifelong love and the pain you are feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Willey
Monday, June 12, 2023
Sally and family,
I believe you know how much our family loves you and John. I don't think it has all sunk in yet. Jason and Phil so enjoyed you and John's visits at the tire shop. Saying we will all miss John is an understatement. I know God will comfort and give peace to you and your family. You are in my prayers. Rest in peace John.
Diana Ferrari Rice
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Sally, I'm so very sorry for your loss. His smiles are what I remember most. Many prayers, hugs and love.
Tina Mize (Bodson)
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Darlene- I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Billie F Brisco
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Sally and family, I am so sorry for your loss. We sure enjoyed John at our foot ministry. He was always
fun to chat with . Always upbeat. Prayers for you and may God's spirit comfort you.
Terry and MArilyn Gaga
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Sally and family. We are so sorry to learn of John’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
DEBRA F VILLINES
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
SALLY AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS! MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH & COMFORT. PRAYERS FOR ALL. DEBBIE AND GARY VILLINES
Joyce Turney
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
My thoughts & prayers are with Sally and all the family during this sad time.
John was always a delight to visit with.
Ginny Zinck
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Sending my heartfelt condolences. May God give you all the strength you need during this difficult time. Sending our love.
Bob Stone
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
John was a good man and raised a fine family. He was fun to just talk to. Prayers to the family.
Carol Gifford
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
I worked with John in the early 70’s. He was always so upbeat and made working at the phone company fun! Sending sympathy to Sally and all his family!
Tom McCrackin
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Todd,
My deepest and sincere condolences.
Ally Floyd
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Praying for you and your family durning this time.
Frank Mertz
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for all ðŸ™ðŸ™
James Brasel
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Sorry for your loss
Edwina Gilmer
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
So sorry to hear this, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tammi Kircher
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Region 5 of Ducks Unlimited sends our heartfelt condolences to the Carlton family. We continue to lift you up in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Morris
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
So very sad to learn of John’s passing. Keeping the family in my prayers,
Hurley and Betty Young
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you.
Love and prayers.
Hurley and Betty