of Mountain Home, AR
January 13, 1950 - August 16, 2023
Andrew Jack ''Bo'' Burkhart, age 73 of Cotter, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in his home on August 16th, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones. Jack was born January 13th, 1950 in Clarksville, Arkansas; he is the son of Mabel and Andrew Jack Burkhart. Jack married his forever love, Betty Jane ''Janie'' Burkhart, on August 14, 1970 in Mountain Home, whom he is now reunited with. Jack served a two year enlistment in the United States Marine Corps from 1968-1970. He was in Force Recon and was also in combat in Vietnam from 1968-1969. Jack also served as police chief in Cotter, Arkansas for 20 years. Jack is survived by his family, a daughter Jill Dearmore of Mountain Home; a son Drew Burkhart of Mountain Home; 2 grandsons, his heart and soul, Hunter Dearmore and Ethan Dearmore (Angelica), both of Mountain Home; a sister Linda Thrasher (Jimmy) of Cotter; a niece Juli Ferguson of Mountain Home; a nephew Scott Thrasher of Cotter and Sean ''Jeff'' Laffoon (Sonya) of Tennessee; 2 great-nieces Mikayla Ferguson and Savannah Thrasher both of Mountain Home; 2 great-nephews Peyton Ferguson and Jordan Thrasher of Mountain Home and so many beautiful friends. Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Mabel and Andrew Jack, and his forever love, Janie Burkhart. Pallbearers: Hunter Dearmore, Ethan Dearmore, Peyton Ferguson, Jordan Thrasher, Hunter Grinder, Dallas Moudy Honorary Pallbearers: Charlie Smith, Jim Brown and Benny Magness
Visitation for Mr. Burkhart will be on Monday August 21 from 6-8pm, funeral service will be Tuesday August 22 at 10:00am, all services will be in the chapel of Roller Funeral Home of Mountain Home with the Reverand Sam Seamans and Benny Magness officiating.
Burial will follow in Walnut Hill Cemetery in Cotter.
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44 Condolence(s)
Paula (Renfroe) Swetnam
Saturday, January 6, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about Jack's passing.Jack and Jane were good neighbors to my parents Happy family.Good man._
My condolences.i
Jeni Lemons
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
I loved this man like my own father. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed greatly.
Philip Hurst
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
I am very sorry to hear of Bo's passing. We enjoyed some good times in school, and he was a great asset to this community as a law enforcement officer. Prayers of peace for all his family.
Travis Moore
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Prayers to the family.
Tammy Hicks
Monday, August 21, 2023
I will miss u!! Jill ,Drew ,and family so sorry for your loss!! He was a great man, I knew him for many years!! At least he is back with y'all's mom!! God bless y'all.. prayers, luv yuns!! I'll try to make the wake!!
Red and Julie Adkerson
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Jill and Drew we are so sorry here about the lose of your dad.
Red knew him a lot longer than I did so I know he has a lot of memories of him.
But I do have some of my own as well.
Roger, Shawn and Gabriel Gilley
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Jill, Hunter and family,
So sorry for your loss! You’ll be in our prayers.
Angie Staton
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Love and prayers to all of Jack's family. Always love Jack he was a great man.will always remember you.
Pam (Collins ) Hickman
Sunday, August 20, 2023
My brothers and I grew up with Jack (Bo) and his sister Linda.
He will always be in our most memorable memories.
Prayers for family
Anna Hale
Sunday, August 20, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family during this most difficult time. I have known Jack and his family my whole life, and he was such a kind, caring, generous, and helpful man who cared about his community and the families and kids in it. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around his family and give them peace and comfort.
larry walters
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Jack was a good friend to me.
His sense of fairness was impressive and he could be tough when needed, everything a good officer should be in my opinion, I looked up to him and will miss him.
Larry Walters
Teresa Nelson
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Our deepest condolences to Mr Burkhart's family and friends. I had a lot of respect for him. May God comfort y'all during this very difficult time.
Mable Greer
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Jill, thinking about you during this time.
A sadness when u loose the last parent
You feel like an orphan.
I am not able to share the service as i Have COVID.
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Breedlove
Saturday, August 19, 2023
When we moved to Cotter from Missouri with our six girls, Jack helped us by keeping a watch on them and keeping them safe. He was always so friendly and had a good heart but he could be tough when he had to be. The first year we were there Jack arranged help for us at Christmas. He will be missed.
Christine Jaeger
Saturday, August 19, 2023
My heart goes out to all of you. Jack was a wonderful man who loved his family deeply. 💔
Richard E Queen
Saturday, August 19, 2023
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of Bo passing. My condolences to the family and friends.
Kendra Vetor
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Jill I’m so so sorry to hear 🥹 my thoughts & prayers are with you all â¤ï¸ Love you â£ï¸
Tommy Weindruch
Saturday, August 19, 2023
To Drew, Jill and the rest of the family. I am sadden by the passing of Jack. He was a great man and had a great impact on my life. Growing up in Cotter everyone knew and loved Jack. He took care of all us kids. There was probably a few times growing up that if it wasn’t for Jack I probably would of ended up in a lot worse trouble ( deservingly) if it wasn’t for him. He will be truly missed. Thank you for your service to our little community and to our country. Rest in Peace my friend.
Lacy Long
Friday, August 18, 2023
You were always such a great guy to me and my family and we are family loved Janey to she was such a sweet lady also thank you for being our family we love you guys so much I love you aunt Jill so much.
Tammy Scott
Friday, August 18, 2023
My deepest condolences for you & your family. Jack was a great man & played a big part in my life. Many great memories of him. I'm deeply saddened with the loss of him. Many prayers & much love for all of you.
Dennis Hughes
Friday, August 18, 2023
To Jill and Drew, Rita and I are so sorry for the loss of your father. He and Janie were great people. In our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Bob Ellis
Friday, August 18, 2023
Sorry to hear of Jack's passing. We grew up in the same nieghborhood and worked together on the RR.
Steve Leisey
Friday, August 18, 2023
Jack was a family friend and coworker in Cotter for over 30 years. We did many things together in that time. We always trusted Jack's opinions and advice during those wonderful years. You will be missed Sir. Prayers for his family.
Donna Hopkins
Friday, August 18, 2023
Jill and Drew, our hearts were saddened to learn of Jack's passing. Prayers of comfort for you. He will be so missed by all.
John Tucker
Friday, August 18, 2023
I was saddened to hear of Jack's passing. We played baseball and basketball on the same team as kids. He was a servant to society. He will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace old friend.
Dennis Hughes
Friday, August 18, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He and Janie were the nicest two people you would ever meet. My deepest sympathy to Jill and Drew.
Linda Sherman Carter
Friday, August 18, 2023
So sad to hear this news. My thoughts are with his family.
Bill Chadwick
Friday, August 18, 2023
Though a lot of this man we worked together a lot, Had A lot of fun and trust in this him. R.I.P. MY friend .
Dianna Cranor
Thursday, August 17, 2023
So sorry to all the family he was my neighbor in cotter on combs st always been a friend and good person
Brent Weaver
Thursday, August 17, 2023
It was an honor to work along side Jack, as I dispatched for the County. Jack would come to dispatch every once in a while and would talk to us like he had known us forever. Jack was genuine, honest, and a man of integrity. Jack left a legacy as Cotter’s Police Chief that will never be matched. Jack you will be missed-Brent Weaver
Benny Magness
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Jack my heart was saddened when i heard the news of your passing. I will miss you but want forget you.
David Chadwick
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Thoughts and Prayers from my family to yours. Jack was a Great Person. He will definitely be missed.
Diane Archer
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Sorry to hear about Jack's passing..
Prayers for all of you.
Terry Johnson
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Jill and Drew sorry to hear about Jack. Jack was true friend, full of honor and truth. I miss our nights at the 6510 station in Cotter. I glad he was able to come to our breakfasts so we could catch up on stuff and old times. May God wrap his arms of comfort around you all.
Pam Milton
Thursday, August 17, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve the loss of this wonderful man. He was always so kind to me and I loved him dearly. I am grateful to have known him. Thinking of you Jill, as I know how much your precious Daddy meant to you. Love you dear friend.
Kay Laughry
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
I am very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Jack he served not only his country but the citizens of Cotter for many years until he retire. You are in my thoughts and d prayers.
Charlie Crandall
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
My deepest condolences Jill, Drew, and extended family. Bo, Janie, Drew, and then Jill have been a part of my entire life and I'm very thankful for that. I know Bo and Janie are rejoicing in Heaven. God Bless and I pray for the Lord's comfort for all during this very difficult time.
Bobby Tolliver
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
My deepest condolences. I knew Jack my entire life and he will be greatly missed with too many memories to count.
Paula Roddy
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Sorry for your loss
Sincere sympathy
Paula Roddy
Emily Flippin
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
So sad to hear Jack passed! He was such a good man! He will be missed by many and in the hearts of everyone who knew him! Praying for his family during their time of loss. ðŸ¤
Andy Crawford
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Drew, Jill and families
Lots of fond memories of your dad, whether it was basketball, baseball or just roaming the streets of Cotter. Praying for peace and strength.
Kelly Henson
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Jack looked after us kids in cotter.
He was a great officer.
Thoughts and prayers to Jack and his family.
Joyce Ward
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was a good man.
wilber
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
A lot of good times from the days we roamed the street of Cotter as we were growing up. My Prayers go out to Jacks Family. He will be missed. Love Wilber