of Batesville, AR
November 11, 1961 - September 2, 2016
John Joseph Ursin, 54, of Batesville, Arkansas, died Friday, September 2, 2016. He was born November 11, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois to John Ursin, M.D. and Loramae Ursin.
As a young man, John worked on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange where he discovered his lifelong love for trading options. After moving to Arkansas, he owned and operated a cattle farm and then a poultry farm. Later in life, he discovered a passion for sales, working in estate planning and long term care insurance.
Survivors include his wife, Kristina Slisher Ursin; and daughters, Nicole Diane Ursin and Amber Laurel Ursin of the home; and sister, Arlene (Steve) Seng of Wauconda, Illinois.
John was a loving and devoted husband and father, and a beloved uncle to three nephews, three nieces, two great-nephews and four great-nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Graveside services were held on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at Bethesda Campground Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Steve Seng, Ed Slisher, Steve Seng II, Tim Lawrence, Logan Slisher, and Max Lawrence.
Memorials can be made to Batesville Oncology Ribbons of Hope, 1710 Harrison Street, Batesville, AR 72501 or Humane Society of Independence County, PO Box 3477, Batesville, AR 72503.
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Craig Tracy
Friday, December 25, 2020
Merry Christmas Buddy! Not a day goes by that I don’t regret not being there for you. I miss your friendship and hope we can fish together again.
Nancy Steinbeck
Sunday, September 25, 2016
My deepest condolences to John's wife and family. I spoke to him earlier this year about insurance and he told me how sick he'd been. I will miss his intelligence, humor and professionalism. May God's blessings bring peace to everyone who knew him.
The Tracy Family
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Good by dear friend. We have nothing but great childhood and recent memories. Saying a prayer for your family.
By Johnny
daniel unthank
Monday, September 5, 2016
I am sorry for your loss . Prayers to your family..
Nathan Vickers and Family
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Mrs. Ursin,
My family and I are praying for your family. -Nathan
Todd, Resa and Stephanie Bolin
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers for each of you during this time of sorrow.
Bill Campbell
Friday, September 2, 2016
Karen and I are praying for your family.