of Conway, AR
July 11, 1938 - June 4, 2024
Harold Claassen, 85, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on June 4, 2024. He was born in Newton, Kansas on July 11, 1938, the son of Edward and Hester Claassen.
Over the course of his lifetime, Harold worked in various professions including carpentry, traffic control construction, maintenance work at Arkansas Children's Hospital and owning and operating a flea market.
Although Harold was successful in many capacities during his lifetime, his true calling was serving the Lord. His faith was an integral part of his life. Over the years, Harold served as pastor at five churches. The first church he served was in Maramec, Oklahoma in 1965. He passionately shared the word of God with every congregation he served. Most recently he was pastor at the Squirrel Hill Community Church.
In his free time, Harold enjoyed woodworking and collecting model trains.
Harold will be dearly missed by his sons, Murray and wife, Kim, Myron and wife, Ramona and Mark and wife, Tammie, as well as his sister, Clara Kerekes. Harold is survived by 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Harold is preceded in death by his wife, Judy Claassen; his father, Edward Claassen and his mother, Hester Claassen; his brothers, Ed and Charles Claassen; his sister, Elizabeth McKim and granddaughter, Taryn Claassen.
Harold will be remembered for his generous spirit, compassionate treatment of others and steadfast faith. His impact on his family and community will be cherished forever.
A memorial service for Harold will be held at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas on June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm. A private interment service for the family will be at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Naylor.
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33 Condolence(s)
Tod McKim
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Dear Murray, Myron, and Mark. I am so saddened to hear that your father has passed. He was a very kind and caring uncle to me. Our all too infrequent phone conversations always left me feeling loved. I will miss him. I’m sending you all love and sympathy.
Tod
Freddie Mike Henderson
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Truly a great man of God! He touched so many lives, including mine! He will be truly missed, but God got another Angel! Prayers for you, his family!
Denise Gray
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
We are saddened to hear about dad's passing. However, we know he is now whole, pain free and loving on mom & Taryn. Everyone knows how crazy i was about him. Just loved him. He was one of a kind & will be missed. Our condolences to all.
Lacey Vugrin
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Brother Harold will be greatly missed. He holds a very place in my family's hearts. He officiated my wedding and baptized two of my babies. The world is a better place because of him. It was an honor to have known him.
Scarlet White-Acklin
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Brother Harold had such an impact on so many people. My children grew up with him as their pastor. He definitely molded their lives as well as mine. A truly gentle soul, Brother Harold will be dearly missed by a host of congregations to which he ministered. I know his wife Judy was waiting for him with open arms. Godspeed Brother Harold.
Delores Wooten
Friday, June 7, 2024
Bro Harold holds a special place in the hearts of our family. While he pastored Naylor church he preached & lived the Word. His sense of humor & tenor vocals made him a favorite of our dad. Our condolences to all of you.
Jeris Whitbey
Friday, June 7, 2024
I am sorry for your loss your father was one of the kindest people I met. He had the biggest heart and a genuine person. He will be missed!
Ronnie moore
Friday, June 7, 2024
Harold was one of the first people I met when I came to work at Roller-McNutt about 8 years ago. We quickly bonded and became friends after we found out we both had lost a wife. He was one of the most honest, dependable, hard working men that I have ever met. I was sorry when he was no longer here, and would stop by his market on occasion just to talk and tell him how much I missed him.
Ronnie Moore
Kris Davis
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Had a lot of respect for this man, he taught me a lot when I first started with Nabholz 29 years ago. We worked everyday for several months, I’m sure back then I drove him crazy, but he was full of patience and worked with me. He will be missed. My condolences goes out to the family.
Ceceilia Rea Norman
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Murray, Myron and Mark and your families. Your Mom and Dad were great neighbors for years and Dale and I had great respect for them. I just now got my computer fixed and saw where he had gone on to Heaven. He was a very compassionate gentleman. I am so sorry for your loss. I visited him at the flea market at times. So sorry I have not kept in touch the last several months. Gods Blessings on all of you.
Tommy Stephens
Thursday, June 6, 2024
I worked with Harold for many years at Nabholz. He was one of my favorite people I’ve ever known. I am thankful to have been able to visit with him recently. He will be missed.
Jonathan Taylor
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Love and support from your Home Depot Family!!
Eugene Padgett
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Mark,so sorry to here about dad. Praying God will give you peace and comfort knowing he is in a better place.
Rhonda Holbrook & Layla Heffington
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
To the Harold Claassen family,
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss of Harold! My granddaughter and I went to Squirrel Hill Church! He was a wonderful minister and friend! I loved his preaching and praying for our family! So now we will pray for you all! May God be with y’all at this time! Sincerely, Rhonda Holbrook & Layla Heffington.
Jimmy and Debi Hawkins
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Mark, Myron and Family, We are so sorry to hear about the lost of your Dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy and Debi Hawkins
Joe and Louise. McCollum
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
You all are in my prayers and thoughts. He was a nice and caring man. He will be missed.
Cathy “Long” Sweet
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Harold was an amazing soul with an amazing heart! He will be truly missed by so many! It was an honor to call him a friend. RIP!
Mark Ferrell
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I stopped by the flea market to visit with him and see how the family was doing. He had a big smile while we discussed Myron and Mark’s football days.
James ames
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Praying for your family
Shannon Perna
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Brother Harold was one of the kindest, most compassionate people I know. He reflected the spirit of Jesus in all that he did. The world needs more like him. He will be dearly missed. I am honored to have known him. —Shannon Perna
Amber Mace
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Amy and family I am so very sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man.
Janet Perna
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Our lives have been enriched by having Brother Harold as our friend and pastor at Naylor Methodist Church. He will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
With deepest sympathy,
Pete and Jan Perna
Terry and Trena Jones
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear this, he was a fine man and was like a 2nd Dad to me. Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers
Martha Stewart
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Mark and Tammie,
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your precious father. He was a man filled with humility and kindness. May God’s peace surround you in the coming days and weeks!
Karen Thompson Francis
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was one of the most kind and compassionate people I had ever met. You will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Caroline Whitaker
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
We will absolutely miss Papa C. He was a wonderful man and we were grateful to have him in our lives.
Elyssia Watkins
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
I am so blessed to have known such a caring and compassionate man. Mark thanks for sharing dad with me. Glad I was able to see him one last time. Love you both Mark and Tammie.
Cindy and Rick Fish
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Mark and Tammie so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was always such a nice man. He’s with your mom and Taryn now watching over you
Anna jason saathoff
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Becky Fite
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
So sorry for your loss, Mark and Tammie. Never had the pleasure of meeting your Dad but I bet he was the best. Love you both, Becky & Scott
Rebecca and Paul Wofford.
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Sorry for your loss.He will be missed.He was a good friend and a good pastor Glad to have know him Praying for the family.God comfort and give them peace.
carlynn berry
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
i am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Harold at Roller-McNutt. He was a great man. I will miss his smile.
Carlynn
Dorothy
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Sorry for hearing about your loss. He was a great friend and mentor to me . He will be missed . Rest in love .