of Conway, AR
March 6, 1951 - January 16, 2021
Michael D. Harrison, 69, of Conway, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 16, 2021. He was born March 6, 1951 in Conway to the late Lester Caudill Harrison and Marie Johnson Harrison. Michael was a member of the Church of Christ Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jerry Rhoades.
Survivors are his wife of 42 years, Elaine Clark Harrison of Conway, son, Joshua E. Harrison, sister, Brenda (Carroll) Rhoades of Quitman, and many nieces and nephews.
He was Founder of the Creative Sports network, started in 1977 and Owner and General Manager of KASR 92.7FM, started in 1982. He broadcasted over 6,000 games covering all sports in professional, college and High School. His highest achievements were broadcasting the NCAA College World Series 1995-2003, NCAA Division 1-AA Football Championship 1995-2003, NCAA Division 2 Football Championship 1995-2003, and Independence Bowl 1996-2002. Michael was founder of The Arkansas Sports Club and The Arkansas Sportscaster and Sportswriters Hall of Fame. In 2012 he was awarded the Arkansas Sportscaster Hall of Fame and in 2013 he received the Arkansas Activities Association Executive Media Award.
He enjoyed and loved broadcasting High School Sports promoting the youth of our state. He never met a stranger and loved talking with parents about their kids.
Graveside Service will be held Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 11:00AM at Mt Pleasant Cemetery in Quitman.
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54 Condolence(s)
Richard Robinson
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Mike and I were in college together at UCA. I have never known anyone who loved sports more, especially local high school and college sports. We worked together at KASC (now KUCA). He would go to Estes Stadium and record himself calling the game into a tape recorder, take it back to the station and we would air the games tape delayed. But Mike also listened and critiqued himself on his performance for every game. He was a dedicated broadcaster and a good man. I always enjoyed talking to him. My heart aches for his family and all of his many friends,
Angelia Scroggins
Monday, January 25, 2021
Elaine and Josh, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my heart and prayers.
Angelia Scroggins
Jeremy and Daralis Williams
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Elaine & Josh,
Jeremy and I were so sad to hear about Mike. He was one of the nicest and friendliest guys we've ever met!! Always the same when we saw him!! Our hearts break for you and Josh. Know that we love y'all and we loved Mike. We are praying for the comfort of God to pick you up and carry you in the days ahead!! Love and Prayers, Jeremy and Daralis
Rev. Dr. James E. & Eleen Mackey
Friday, January 22, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the family. We were blessed to meet Brother Michael through our friend Louis Ambers who promoted the radio station.
May our Lord and Savior give you peace now and always!
Diane & Rick Brumley
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
We were so sorry to hear this. Michael was such a wonderful man. We enjoyed Michael and his side kick ,Kimmie coming in our store. We will miss him very much. Diane
john stiritz
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Sincerely condolences.
Elaine Ward
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Elaine, Josh, Brenda and Carol! I'm so sorry!
Tanya Smith
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
I'm so glad I met Mike during my radio career. He was a hard working, good hearted man. My prayers are with the family during this time loss.
Ron and Nan Keathley
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing way too early. I listened to quite a few of his basketball game broadcasts especially around State Tournament time. My regards to the family. God will bring you comfort. He was a true Quitman Bulldog and a great rebounder!
Rex Saddler
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Elaine & family, I just want to say that I was very sorry to hear of Mike's passing away. I always had great respect for him and his tremendous passion he had for our youth sports and all sports he loved. Years ago during one of his radio broadcast basketball games he chose my son Ryan as player of the game. During his interview with Ryan he, Mike, asked about me. Ryan's answer was that I was a super star in his eyes. Well I want to say that Mike Harrison was the super star and his legacy as an Arkansas sports reporter super star will live on in the hearts and memories of the many of us that knew him. May God bless his family and may he rest in peace.
Mara Williams
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Elaine, my heart is broken for you on the loss of Mike. You are all in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.
Larry and Kathlyn Arnett
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Our prayers are with your family. May God give you comfort - Larry and Kathlyn Arnett
Brandy Redwine
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Mike will always hold a special place in our hearts. We will miss his positivity and his smile. We love you.
Allena Dixon
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Elaine, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you rest in the comfort of God's loving arms. Love and prayers for you and your son.
Michael Martin
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
First of all I would like to say Elaine and Josh my thoughts and prayers are with you and my condolences sent to you on the passing of my good friend Mike. Mike was a great person he had a lot of passion to do high school sports and the best recollection or story I could say is starting in 1992 when he did a game between us and Vlonia was doing the scoreboard And Mike said and keeping the scoreboard In left center field was me and called me Mr Ace here in Perryville. But that's what he was a person that would offer advice, give you insight and also would help you in anyway he could. Other memories of Mike would be our phone calls that we had and all the different stories he gave to me even on the road are doing games at a place that he had to go to, always learn one thing about that and everything he said was a learning tool and I for one will be grateful to him for giving me the opportunity back in 1995 to hang out with him downtown and kindly learn some things from him, Truly a blessing that I was able to not only sit with him at games he an I were at UCA at the invitational tournament to ball games that we were at met Baseball or Regional Basketball games. Even the Saint Joe invitational tournament and always a pleasant person to to know and he gave me multiple opportunities to do stuff for him and I will be grateful for that opportunity that he had given to me. Once again my condolences my sympathy goes to you and your family Elaine and Josh may Mike rest in peace he will be missed truly in the sports world.And I want to say thank you to you guys for all that you've done for me as well you are truly a blessing and thank you very much!
David Armstrong
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
To the Harris family, I'm sorry for your loss. I been knowing Mike for many years. Praying for the family ðŸ™ðŸ™
Laura Hiegel-williams
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
God-bless you Mike for all the work you've done for so many that could not be at the game supporting their team and player. We pray you rest in peace.
Natasha Richards
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
So saddened to hear the news this morning. I am so sorry for your family's loss. Mr. Mike was a great guy and we appreciate all he did for Des Arc and other surrounding schools. He will be missed!
Vicki Alllen
Monday, January 18, 2021
Elaine, I'm so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying for both you and Josh.
Ron Morris
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike was a generous man with a great talent for publically recognizing athletes who would have been forgotten otherwise. Thanks for the memories.
Ron Morris
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike was a generous man with a great talent for publically recognizing athletes who would have been forgotten otherwise. Thanks for the memories.
Jim Fulmer
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike and I have known each other a long time and even played semi-pro baseball against each other. Mike was a great guy and always friendly to everyone. Elaine, prayers for you and Josh. Mike will be truly missed.
Diane Hood
Monday, January 18, 2021
To the Harrison Family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful man who interviewed my daughter on his radio program. He made her feel like an WNBA star.
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Diane Hood
Norman and Candice Hall
Monday, January 18, 2021
Elaine,
We are so sorry. We loved Mike. He was always so sweet and I'll never forget how good he was to your momma. Always the gentleman. We're praying for you and Josh. Love you both.
Teresa Nail
Monday, January 18, 2021
Elaine I am so so very sorry to hear about this just want you to know you have been on my mind since this has happened I'm praying for you and your son that the days ahead god will help you and your son in this time of need Teresa Nail
Donald & Phyllis Pollard
Monday, January 18, 2021
Elaine, as Pastors of your mom and dad in Batesville for several years we had occasions to be together with Mike. He was such a gentleman, always wearing a smile and was so kind to us. We are so sorry for your loss and we are praying for you and Josh.
Brenda Browning Lindeman
Monday, January 18, 2021
Great memories of the past... He gave me such great advice of how to be an Internet radio DJ way back in the days. ''Delta Dawn says ''Happy Trails My Friend''
JR Runyon
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike's passion for broadcasting was obvious always. His vision brought many joyous moments to those who heard their name or the name and accomplishment of a child or grandchild when he covered events.
Definitely an old school local focus on broadcasting that will be greatly missed.
Tip of the hat and mic to Mike Harrison, one for the ages.
Josh and Elaine my prayers are with you.
Beverly McCollum
Monday, January 18, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Prayers of comfort for the family.
Mike was so kind to my husband, David McCollum, and to my son and me after David's death. He made folks feel special.
Beverly McCollum
Bill Boswell
Monday, January 18, 2021
A great friend and broadcaster. Peace to the family
Johnny Henderson
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike was a Great Guy , I had lots of good times with Mike in High School and enjoyed reading of the many awards he received through the years. Even in the years we played sports together and in general just enjoyed each others company I could tell Mike was made for BROADCASTING BALLGAMES ! I believe it was truly his calling . Sorry for the loss of a sport hero to all family and friends .
Harold Horton
Monday, January 18, 2021
I WILL ALWAYS APPRECIATE THE INTEREST AND SUPPORT HE GAVE TO HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE SPORTS. HIS SUPPORT WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. THE CONWAY AREA WILL MISS HIS SUPPORT AND INTEREST. HE LOVED HIS WORK...... COACH HAROLD HORTON
William Rountree
Monday, January 18, 2021
An absolute prince of a guy.....Mike did so much to promote high school sports in Arkansas! I was very blessed to have worked with and for Mike a number of times over the years, and he always treated me in a first class manner. From the Sports Club to broadcasting to storytelling to family values, Mike set the bar high. In the words of the great Jack Buck...'' That's a Winner''.....truly that was Mike Harrison!.....Robin and I offer prayers to Josh and Elaine.
Paul and Joan Noesser
Monday, January 18, 2021
We send our hearts, love and prayers to all during this time and forever. May memories bring smiles.
Danny Powell
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike you will be missed. I always enjoyed your enthusiasm and positivity and I'll miss hearing you call games on the radio. Rest In Peace.
Jeral Howard
Monday, January 18, 2021
Mike was a good friend and a great supporter of American Legion Baseball. Mike was Mr. youth sports. He loved to to interview young people and their coaches. Youth sports will always miss him.
Mary Reed
Monday, January 18, 2021
With all our condolences, Mike always had a friendly face and kind heart. He will be missed by many.
Roland n Betty A. Carter
Monday, January 18, 2021
Words cannot express the loss of a loved one. Praying for comfort for you n Josh.
Craig Imboden
Monday, January 18, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was a a good man, and I'm sure he knew so many upon entering through the pearly gates. Continued prayers for you all in your time of sorrow.
Jennifer Hughes
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Elaine and Josh, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find solace in the memories you shared.
Ronnie Johnson
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Mike touched a lot of people over his time.He was one of a kind with a great memory and could give details of events that happened long ago in sports in Arkansas.The sports club friends will never forget Mike Harrison an icon has gone home.May God comfort you Elaine and Josh.
Ellen
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Elaine and Josh I am so sorry to hear this. It was so fun to talk to Mike about high school sports and the Quitman Bulldogs!
Ben Lammers
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Sorry for you and your family's loss. Much love.
Paul Dickson
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Very appreciative of all Mike did for our young people and high school sports program through CSN. He was always looking for a way to give back to the communities he worked with. He will be missed.
Joyce Battles
Sunday, January 17, 2021
To all of Mikes family, I am so very sorry to hear this. We loved our Mike.
He was such a sweet friend of our family.He touched the lives of so many kids. We will miss him deeply.
My heart is broken
Altis Holliman
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Michael was a wonderful person who sat an example for everyone. Prayers for his family!
Melanie Walker Nichols
Sunday, January 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss.
Richard Goff
Sunday, January 17, 2021
I would go to Mike's house and he would call play by play of Cardinals games. He was sports number one fine.
Rest In Peace Mike
Stan and Becky Burroughs
Sunday, January 17, 2021
We will miss Mike's high school broadcast of the basketball games. What a great supporter he has been for high school sports. Always had that wonderful smile when you talked to him. Rest In Peace Mike.Prayers for the family.
Shawn Love Nast
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Elaine, Josh and family, thinking of you and praying for comfort to you. So sorry for your loss.
Barbara Sue (May) Clay
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Sorry for your loss, He was one of my class mate from Quitman Class of 69. I remember him always with a smile on his face, he always laugh and talked to everyone. I know he will be missed, from all of his listeners on the radio station. I will be praying for the family. Remember the Lord has him in his hands.
Barbara Jackson
Sunday, January 17, 2021
I am so sorry. Please know my prayers are with you all. He will be greatly missed.
Pamela Mosley
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Elaine and Josh, so so sorry to hear about Mike. You are all in our prayers.
Pam,Jessica, Josh and Nathan Mosley.
Barrett and Andrea Buck
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Josh and Elaine,
I'm sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was one of a kind and very good to me. I enjoyed working for him through my college years. A lot of the skills your family taught me at the radio station are passed on in a younger generation of students today. I know Mike would be proud of that. Will be praying for you all in the days ahead. ''The Duck''