of Marshall, AR
December 13, 1958 - December 3, 2023
Jeffery Arvel Ragland, age 64 of Marshall, Arkansas went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 3, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Marshall, Arkansas on December 13, 1958 to Arvel and Maxine Ragland.
Growing up in Barren Hollow, Jeff helped his parents and siblings raise a garden, work cattle, cut timber, and help with the daily chores. Jeff attended Red Oak Freewill Baptist Church with his family. Jeff always had a love for the outdoors. He fished and hunted deer, turkeys, and even shot a bobcat at a very young age. Jeff would help chop the family firewood for the winter. His dad taught him how to raise cattle at a young age as well.
Jeff attended Marshall school and excelled in FFA electricity competitions. He was an excellent football player who was not afraid to tackle anyone twice his size. Jeff received an associate degree from SAU University, which enabled him to work for an oil company and travel to California, Texas and Brazil. After marrying his wife, Sheila, he decided to work as a carpenter with his dad in and around Marshall, which he loved doing. Later, he began building log homes for Honest Abe Log Homes. He has built numerous beautiful log homes, and one was featured in Country's Best Log Homes. Jeff had a reputation of being a builder with high integrity.
Jeff and Sheila were blessed with two wonderful sons, Cody and Jacob, and a wonderful daughter-in-law, Karissa. The pride and joy of his life were his granddaughter, Joanna, and grandson, Titus Arvel. He loved taking the grandkids to the farm to see the cows.
Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Sheila; his children, Cody (Karissa) and Jake; his grandchildren, Joanna and Titus; his siblings, Nelson (Betty) Ragland, Bethel Massey, and Tim (Jackie) Ragland; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss him dearly.
Funeral services for Jeff will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 6th, 2023 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Cody Ragland and Bro. Alan Horton officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Tuesday, December 5th, 2023 in the Chapel. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas. Bearers will be Heath Massey, Grant Ragland, Nathan Ragland, Jess Horton, Trey Pruitt, Gary Don Snow, Charles England, Winter Rose Allen and Braelyn Guthrie. Honorary bearers will be Nelson Ragland, Tim Ragland, John James, Packy Ragland, Tim Drewry, Randy Ragland, and Jeff's work crew.
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78 Condolence(s)
Cheryl Hensley
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Sheila and family, I was very sad to hear about Jeff's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Cheryl Hensley
Leah Ann West
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Tim, Jackie and all of Jeff’s family, I am so sorry for your loss and am praying that God will give you strength during this very difficult time.
Lisa
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Sending love and prayers to all.??????
Troy & Peggy Ragland
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
We are so sorry for the loss of Jeff may God lift you all up and give you peace and comfort. We love you ????????
Wilber and Linda Passmore
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this difficult time.
neil earnhart
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Nelson so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother I know you are gonna miss him and getting to hunt with him. Ou r prayers are with you and Nate
Marsha and Keith Clark
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Sending prayers for comfort during this time. I know Jeff will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Chere Beavers
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila, I'll add my condolences to Bill's. We are so saddened to hear this news. We just found out and are praying for you and your family. God has healed Jeff, and he is with Him now! God will be with you as you are surrounded by family and friends, too. We hope to see you soon! Chere'
Bill and Chere' Beavers
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila and family. Chere' and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's mercy and comfort be on you and continue to comfort you in the coming days.
Elsie D Edwards
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Dear Tim and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers ??
Susan B Webb
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Shiela and family....I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers and pray the Good Lord keeps you in his arms. I know you will have a difficult time with this. I won't tell you it gets easier. I will pray for healing.
Steven and Leda Brickey
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss!
May you feel God's arms of comfort around you all at this time of sadness!
We are praying for all of you!
MaryAnn Keys( Jackson) and Jim
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all and family
Lieutenant Colonel Barney Morris, US Army Rangers, Retired
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Football. Fishing. Hunting. Drag racing. Playing chess. Sharing paperbacks. Jeff and I had us quite a time. Look forward to more of the same when we meet on the other side.
James and Gayle Tilley
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila, Cody and Jake, you have our deepest condolences during this time of your loss of husband and father. May you find peace and comfort as you recall Jeff’s remarkable life. God bless each one of you and each member of the Ragland family. Prayers for each????
Venessa and Justin triplett
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sorry for ur loss
Earlene Loggains Carter
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers ??
Kathy & Dwayne Barnett
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila, sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Brenda Dishaw
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila and Family, I'm sorry for your loss. I've know Jeff and his whole family since 1968 when my family moved to Marshall. We graduated from High School together in 1977. Jeff was a great person and had a crazy since of humor. I enjoyed getting to talk to him at our last class reunion. Bless you all.
Marice Bratton
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Clara Foshee
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Prayers of comfort for family, he was a good neighbor
Anna Gorecke
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Our condolences for your loss. Be praying for you and your family during this trying time.
Ann and John
Veronica Allen
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Prayers for comfort and peace to you and the family. So very sorry for your loss.
John Ross
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila and Family, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Jeff. May prayers comfort you in these difficult times.
Elaine Blair
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Prayers for his family for God’s comfort and strength for the coming days.
David and Jane Williams
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sheila, Cody, and Jake, we are so sorry to learn about the passing of Jeff. We will be praying that our Lord will give you peace and comfort. God bless you during this difficult time.
Wes and Sheila Sossamon
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Cody and Jake, we are so heart broken to hear of Jeff’s passing. We’ve never heard anything but good about the man he was. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Let God be your strength and refuge during this time. He is always faithful. Sending love your way.??????
Wes and Sheila
Ron and Sharon Roach
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, we are so very sorry. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn & John Kelly
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, we are heartbroken to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was a wonderful man and an amazing builder. Our home would not be the beautiful home it is if anyone else had tried to build it. I see Jeff and Bentley in every room and we so enjoyed spending time with both of them. You and the boys are in our prayers, may Gods arms surround you as you travel this unthinkable road.
Jackie Glenn
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Our heart go out to you and your boys, and the extended family. We will have you all in our prayers. God be with you all during this very difficult time ????
Ricky & Cheryl Reed
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Cody, Jake, and family~We are so sorry for your loss! Jeff was a great person… a good friend to all who knew him. We trust The Lord will give you strength and peace. Love and prayers, Ricky & Cheryl
Sally Ragland
Monday, December 4, 2023
Prayers for Gods comfort and peace We love you Sheila
Logan and Sally
Roger and Angie Johnson
Monday, December 4, 2023
Shelia and family,
We are crushed at the passing of Jeff! He was a good man and extremely talented! Our prayers are with you during this sad time! We will continue to pray for you in the coming days and weeks. ??
Darin and Diane Holliman
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss, we pray that the Lord will comfort you all like only He can.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so sorry to hear about Jeff passing away. We send you all our deepest sympathy, and prayers. We love you all.
Rick and Janice Horton
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Jake, and Cody…you must still be in a state of disbelief…it’s hard to understand how things can happen so quickly. Our hearts are so sad for your loss…you can only hold tightly to God’s promise of being together again someday. We pray that the comfort God’s peace and love will surround you as you go through these next weeks and months of grief.
Carla Kelley
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila & family so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a great guy. Many prayers for the days ahead. You have so many wonderful memories….????
Romey and Donna Jenkins
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and Cody, Jake and family. We are truly saddened by the passing of Jeff. Please know you all are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Amanda Casey
Monday, December 4, 2023
Mrs. Shelia, Cody, Jake sorry for y'all's loss praying for you during this difficult time.
Phyllis Hensley
Monday, December 4, 2023
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort only the Good Lord can give. ??????
Kim Glenn
Monday, December 4, 2023
My heart is heavy. I'm flooded with childhood memories of seeing Jeff at his parents house while Ms. Maxine made my pageant dresses. I was always eager to hear his and Arvel's hunting and farm stories. I can remember when he asked Sheila to marry him and how she giggled for days from excitement. He was a great son, husband, father, and grandfather. My heart goes out to your family.
Buddy and Sonya Parks
Monday, December 4, 2023
Prayers for comfort for the family .
Tim and Cindy Massey
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Larry castleman & Mary Castleman
Monday, December 4, 2023
Tammy (Ratchford) Tennyson
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, I can’t find words to express how very sorry I am to hear of the loss of Jeff. One of my most favorite classmates for sure, I’ll always remember him for his kindness. My heart is heavy and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rita G. Smith
Monday, December 4, 2023
,Sheila I am so sorry. He was a great cousin and we will all miss him terribly.
Tammy Morrison
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family my prayers and thoughts are with you… hugs
Albert & Anna Maze
Monday, December 4, 2023
Prayers for your families at this difficult time.
Keith and Mary Eaton
Monday, December 4, 2023
Words can't express the sorrow that we feel. May God comfort you in your hour of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mitzi Anthony
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, praying hard that you, your boys and the rest of the family feel the Lord’s arms wrapped around you with the comfort only He can provide.
Bill & Mary Beth Martin
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, and family we are so sorry to hear about Jeff. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers ????
Tommy and Lori Houghton
Monday, December 4, 2023
We were saddened to hear of the loss of Jeff. He was always so sweet and kind and made others feel good about themselves. Praying for comfort for each of you at this difficult time. May God give you strength for this journey and surround you with his peace. ????
Julie netland
Monday, December 4, 2023
prayers. May God's loving arms hold you and comfort you during this time and the days ahead.
Kelly L Horton
Monday, December 4, 2023
Spoke to Jeff a while back remember the conversation well he really is a great person to call friend I sorrow for the families loss and regret his passing but I trust in where he is now and look forward to talking to Jeff again
Phyllis Taylor
Monday, December 4, 2023
My heart is breaking for you Sheila, Cody and Jake! Jesus and time is all that will get you through, but He is faithful!
Melanie Kyle
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, I am so sorry for your loss. We will be lifting you and the family up in prayer.
Martha Drewry
Monday, December 4, 2023
So very sorry!! Love and prayers to your entire family. Billy and Martha Drewry
Larry&mary Castleman
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Cody and Jake, we are in shock at the loss of our friend and good neighbor. May God give you peace at this most difficult time in your life. Red Hill will never be the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to follow. Larry and Mary Castleman.
Sondra and Andy White
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so very sorry Sheila for your loss. We will continue to pray for you and your family….
Tim & Pam Massey
Monday, December 4, 2023
No words can truly express how sorry we are for the loss of Jeff; but the promise God gives us of seeing him again in heaven- hugs and prayers for all who loved Jeff especially Shelia, Cody & Jake, Nelson, Bethel & Tim
Roger Diddle
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, we'll be praying for you all
Barbara Smith
Monday, December 4, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a really nice guy. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. YOu will be in my thought and prayers during this most difficult times. May God Bless each one of you.
Roger Estes
Monday, December 4, 2023
From Marvin and Mary Estes and Roger and Paula Estes. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jeff was a good friend and neighbor. He will be missed.
Stan and Sharon Cragg
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Jake, Cody and all the family, so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John and Sharon James
Monday, December 4, 2023
We have many wonderful memories of Jeff as he and our son John grew to manhood together. Our hearts and prayers go out Shelia, Cody and Jake in these most difficult times.
John and Sharon James
Monday, December 4, 2023
We have many wonderful memories of Jeff as he and our son John grew to manhood together. Our hearts and prayers go out Shelia, Cody and Jake in these most difficult times.
Mark and Mary Woods
Monday, December 4, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, We are heartbroken at the loss of your dear Jeff. Our prayers for Gods comfort through this difficult time.
Janet loggins
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for everyone.
Brock and Reva Harness
Monday, December 4, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. We are lifting your family up in prayer.
James and Jeri White, Coleta Greene and KeJay Woolf
Monday, December 4, 2023
Our deepest sympathy.
James and Jeri White, Coleta Greene and KeJay Woolf, Jason Greene and family
Rhonda and Larry Rowlett
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Jake, Cody and family
My heart is broken for you. Jeff was a Master Builder and a good Christian man.
Praying for your family at this hard time.
Love
Rhonda and Larry Rowlett
Billy B Wallis
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and family, so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a good friend back in school and we always had a good visit every time we saw each other, which wasn't nearly enough. may Gods peace be with all of you is my fervent prayer.
Bill and Zebbie McBride
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila and Family, we were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Jeff. We are praying for you and the family.
Dawn&Don Bush
Monday, December 4, 2023
Dear Shelia and all Jeff's family...
We can't begin to tell you how sorry we are.
Jeff was a great guy and loving cousin.
We pray that God will lift you up and give you strength during this difficult time.
We love you so very much
John and Kathy James
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, Cody, Jake and Family,
Our hearts ache for you. We miss Jeff terribly and can't imagine the emptiness that weighs on your hearts.
We love you and you all remain in our prayers continually.
Beverly Gray
Monday, December 4, 2023
Shelia and family
I am so sorry for your loss of Jeff, please know that our family is praying for comfort in these coming days. ??
Nathan and Bridget Treadwell
Monday, December 4, 2023
Sheila, boys, and family. Our hearts are broken for you. Jeff was a good man. We are blessed to have known him. We will continue to lift you all up in prayer. May God's loving arms hold you and comfort you during this time and the days ahead.