of Leslie, AR
July 11, 1958 - September 28, 2024
Barbara Elaine Ragland, age 66, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas. She was born in Judsonia, Arkansas on July 11th, 1958 to Marvin Coombe and Ivy Lee Betts McDaniel.
Barbara was a member of the Thola Community Church. She worked at Friendship for many years until her health no longer allowed. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and feeding the birds. She was an excellent artist and painter. Barbara loved Christmas and she loved children. She always looked forward to making Christmas cookies with all the children in the family. If one word could be used to describe Barbara it would be ''Fighter''. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and shortly after that in 2008 she suffered a brain aneurysm, then a stroke. When her cancer came back most would have given up, but our ''Miracle Girl'' fought even harder. She was given 16 more precious years with her family. Her quick, sassy wit and sense of humor never left her, up until the very end of her life. Barbara loved her family dearly. She was their biggest fan. Her favorite part of the week was her Sunday rides with Darrell and his dog, Miley. Her fierce, strong spirit will be greatly missed by those who knew her best.
Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Clifton V. Ragland of the home; her son, Darrell Ragland of Leslie; daughter, Jeanie Elaine Ragland of Leslie; siblings, Kathie McDaniel (Kenny) of Marshall, Terry Watts (Jarrett) of Leslie, Douglas Coombe (Teresa) of Sidon and Bruce Coombe (Angel) of Marshall; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family who will also mourn her passing.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Ivy McDaniel.
Funeral services for Barbara will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Justin Brooks officiating. Bearers will be Dirk Watts, Brandon Coombe, James Watson, Packy Ragland, Todd Ragland and Craig Ragland. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery near Marshall. The family would like to give a very special thank you to Dione Henry, Kathy Jean Smith, Sandy Ragland, Kathie McDaniel, Terry Watts, Courtney Perry, Justin Brooks, Kathy Hoskins, the staff at ICU, Conway Regional, especially nurse, Tiffany Jaime and the staff at Highland Court.
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58 Condolence(s)
Dona VanKirk
Friday, October 4, 2024
My prayers are with her family and friends.
John Ross
Thursday, October 3, 2024
I am sorry to hear of your loss and will keep you in my prayers.
Nina Baysinger
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Will be so missed Charlie sure loved you
Veronica Mahoney
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Veronica Mahoney
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Barbara was a good hearted person she was loved by many who has known her I know that she was suffering for along time with health problems but now she is in Heaven walking the streets of Gold with her Heavenly father and flying high we will love and miss you Barbara until we see you again Veronica Darla and Carla
Cindy Jones
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
My Aunt and Uncle Cynthia and Ray Coombe are rejoicing in Heaven to have their cousin Barbara with them again. I’m so sorry to hear of her passing but know that she is no longer suffering. Love, Cindy
Lanny & Debbie Avey
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
We are praying for God's comfort and strength in this time of the loss of your loved one.....Barbara was such a blessing to everyone that she was acquainted with.......Heaven has gained a beautiful soul.......
Christy Dianna Wilson
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
I have no words. None that can actually bring comfort, peace. Nor her return.. People mean well....it's devasting to see families we've known and loved our whole lives. Y'all boys were my buddies. She absolutely loves my best of a kid in Friendship. She had a beautiful heart and soul and while y'all and everyone is gonna miss her forever, Heaven will shine much brighter. I love you all and my heart is with you.
Kathy Chapman
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Clifton,Darrell and Jeannie and rest of family you are all in my prayers
Clifton I have known you for a long time and have always thought of you as a good friend and then later I got to know Darrell and loved listening to him play music I never did get to meet Jeanie but Clifton was always talking about her and Barbara. I met Barbara a long time ago when I went to see Darrell play for the first time and I was so impressed by the way the way you treated and cared for her I had just recently gotten divorced and that was neat to see how you guys were together
I didn't see her after that till last year but when you would come to homecoming at Big Flat you were always talking about Barb and you could tell how much you cared for her
Then I got to meet her at the Gathering Place several times and we really hit it off I could see how you and Darrell were so crazy about her she was awesome and she loved you guys so much and she loved listening to Darrell play I took pictures of you guys and then someone took one of all of us together
I thought I would get to see her a lot more and I am sorry I didn't get out there more than I did
but I will treasure the few times we did and we even found out we were kin to each other
I know you all will miss her but you have so many great memories
God bless you all
Karen Turner Acuff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Love and prayers for you and your family. You were such a beautiful person
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks & Johnny Wilbanks
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Dear Family- I am so sorry for your great loss. Mrs Barbara was a beautiful soul and always had a smile for you. I know you all will miss her dearly. I pray that God will wrap His arms of love, peace and comfort around you all during this most difficult time. Love and hugs to y’all
Charlotte Ross
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
We were so very sorry to hear Barbara's passing. One of my best memories was fourth of July at her house. My daughter still remembers. Prayers being sent to everyone.
Becky Russell Baird
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
The Class of '76 lost a classmate who always had a smile and a positive attitude. Christmas was her favorite day of the year. I watched Facebook for her June 25 post, knowing she'd be warning us that Christmas was a short 6 months away. Her joy in a cup of coffee, a gadget that helped her cook, a jar of jelly demonstrated that she embraced joy.
Toby Long
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for the families. She in no more pain and in a better place then we are!
Debbie Watts and Craig Coffey
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Dianna Joy Erickson
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Kathie, sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. I don't believe we met but I'm sure you will miss her. Praying for peace and comfort for all the family during this time.
Mark Gammill
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for the comfort and peace of Jesus during this time.
Mark and Vickie Gammill
Carrie Love-Coombe
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Have nothing but fond memories.
Loved by all
Fly high Barbie doll.
Phyllis Hensley
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
Lisa Jones Stewart
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Dear Terry and Family, I could never imagine the loss of a sister. Someone told me a long time ago that the hardest thing in the world would be to losing a brother or a sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanie McDaniel
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Dear Darrell, and family,
So sorry to hear of Barbara passing. May our Heavenly Father and his son comfort you and hold you close bringing you some peace. These things are never easy. our hearts go out to you and yours.
Jeanie and Lance McDaniel
Cheryl Hensley
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I'm very sorry for your great loss, may God bless your family.
Brenda Lewis
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Barbaras passing. I pray God will give you comfort during this time.
Nancy Morris
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am sorry to read of Barbara's passing. She has been a fighter for many years. We know she is now perfect. She is pain free and singing with the angels. She loved her family and will be missed. We all have to be ready to see her again real soon.
Barbara and Gary West
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
To Barbara’s family … our sincere sympathy! She was a jewel here on this earth .. always about helping people any way she could!! She fought a hard battle. I’m happy for her that she has made it home!
Cindy ( Coombe ) Moore
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I will really miss you my dear sweet cousin. You were always just a phone call away ready with time to talk & to cheer me if I was sad or talk me down if I was mad or best of all just to share family news & memories . I love you Barbara my cousin my friend.
Barbara Smith
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a fighter. She lived her life to the fullest. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Please find comfort in knowing she is no longer hurting and can do what she use to do because she is now healed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy Horton Bell
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I will miss you, dear cousin. I know you must be having a beautiful reunion in heaven. Tell everyone hello for me and that I love them. Rest in peace and love.
Janice Triner
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Prayers for comfort on the loss of Barbara. I met her through Operation Christmas Child. She was a prayer warrior and had deep faith.
Angela Traweek
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I love Barbara so much! She and I worked together for many years at Friendship Community Care where we became good friends. I will embrace the many memories and conversations we have had over the years. Clifton, Jeanie, Darrell and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Derrick Grinder
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Will forever be missed and loved by the many hearts she has touched in her life time. Love you and miss you already aunt Barbara
Angie Johnson
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Kathy and family,
I am so sorry you will miss Barbara but I know she is with your mama and Jesus! I am sending prayers for comfort and peace. It’s not goodbye but we sure do miss them after they move. I love you!
Clara Foshee
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Prayers of comfort for family
Glenda Griffith
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace and comfort, as only he can. Prayers for all the family and friends.
Malinda Cash Morris
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Barbara was a tough lady, and a true example for all of us on how to persevere through adversity. Always friendly and caring, she will be missed by so many who knew and loved her. She doesn’t have to be strong anymore! My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends - may God’s love and your sweet memories of Barbara comfort your hurting hearts.
Kathy Smith
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am so heartbroken for you all , for the loss of Barbra . Prayers for you all and for your family . Barbra will always be remember as a fighter , full of love , and her quick whit . Love you all Ron and Kathy
Faye Preddy
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss.May God bring you peace and comfort in this heartbreaking time and in the days ahead.She was a very special person.Love,hugs and prayers for all of you.
Sharon Wright
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry for your loss. No matter where you saw her she was always friendly and happy.
Carolyn Cloud
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
We are so very sorry for the loss of this special lady. Our condolences to all the family. May the Angels run out to meet her.
Carolyn and Al.
Sally Wilson
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Love to youall and we will all miss her love and smile. Being with her always lifted my spirits
Rigina Rudnick
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was always so very sweet to me when i would make my visits with Jeannie. She always made sure we had something to eat when we finished our meeting. She was the best! Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
MaryAnn Harris and Tracy
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that the Lord carries each of you through this sad time and comforts each of you as only he can.
Peggy Adams
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Please know that all of the family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Troy &Peggy Ragland
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss our hearts are broken. We are praying for God’s peace and comfort for you all.we love you guys
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
We are very sorry for your loss of Barbara.
Angela Grant
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Praying for the family. Barbara was such a sweet lady.
Crystal Ragland and Family
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Praying for all the family during this difficult time.
Julie Netland
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss.
Rita G. Smith
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers to the family.
Mazie Lee
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I just got acquainted with her when she said she knew me from when we were younger. That she rode to a youth rally with my husb and me. I want to express my condolences to her loved ones and friends.
Albert & Anna Maze
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Your families are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Monday, September 30, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss, we send you all our love, deepest sympathy, prayers.
Roger L Massey
Monday, September 30, 2024
God bless the family. Barbara was wonderful lady.
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Monday, September 30, 2024
We send our deepest sympathies to the family. Barbara was a great person.
Doug Grinder
Monday, September 30, 2024
She will be missed. Sorry for the lost a great woman. Always was amazing
Glenda Harness
Monday, September 30, 2024
So sorry to hear of Barbara passing,she was such a dedicated mother. She will be
missed by so many. My prayers for all the family.
debra white
Monday, September 30, 2024
So sorry about Miss Barbara. I always enjoyed visiting with her. Prayers for you all.
Jimmy dale Massey
Monday, September 30, 2024
So so Sorry..Prayers and Love to all the Family..