of Harrison, AR
April 26, 1950 - February 7, 2024
Larry Wayne Parton, age 73, of Harrison, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Larry was born on April 26, 1950, in Harrison, the son of Elmer John and Juanita (Rea) Parton. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Debra Parton; a niece, Stephanie Doddridge and a nephew, Tim Parton.
Larry was a lifelong carpenter, an avid sports fan, especially the Arkansas Razorbacks and St. Louis Cardinals, and enjoyed his grandchildren, his granddog Simon, traveling, music, theater, and telling stories.
Larry is survived by his wife, Lita Parton of Harrison; his sons, Jason Parton of Cave Springs, Arkansas and Brett Cochran of Harrison; his daughters, Julie Brissette of St. Louis, Missouri and Sara Evatt of Harrison; his mother, Juanita Parton of Benton, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Drew Brissette, Becka Brissette, Miles Parton, Emberly Evatt, Scarlett Cochran, Saylor Evatt and Annemarie Cochran and his siblings, John, Victoria and Pamela.
The funeral service was held Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Rev. Laura West officiating. Visitation was an hour before the funeral.
Burial was in the Omaha Methodist Cemetery in Omaha, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Jason Parton, Brett Cochran, Kyle Evatt, Matt Parton, Billy Henley, and Dave Perkins
I could never ask for a better neighbor than Larry. I am so sorry that we both met so late in life. Those 5 years flew by. I will so miss our little skull sessions sitting in the shade and solving not only world problems but Razorback problems as well. He was truly an all weather fan; I'm just a fair weather fan. We have pieces of Larry's artwork all over. Daily reminders of how God sends someone into our lives, even if just for a short season. Some day when I step into Paradise, I expect to be greeted by that wonderful laugh!
Larry my friend I will miss you. Who am I going to duck hunt with now at Ft. Supply?We had many laughs together. My prayers go out to Lita and family.
I will see you later. RIP Larry
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family. He was a good man & friend who will be missed.
Larry was one of my favorite customers at Miller’s. He always brightened my day with his presence. Just a happy guy, with the best laugh, and the most hilarious stories. There’s certainly no one else I’ve ever know like him. A life well loved and well lived.
My dad and best friend. I love you Larry.
Larry will be missed by many. Always remember our great conversations about the razorbacks.razorback. such a great guy.
We went all 12 years of school together. Will never forget his mischievous ways and that laugh. We had so much fun and lots of wonderful memories. He was the best. Class of 68
I will miss my brother and friend!
Lita, I so sorry for you and your families loss. Our prayers are with you at this time.