of Leslie, AR
September 24, 1967 - January 8, 2023
Harlie Russell Treat Jr, age 55, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, January 8th, 2023 at his home. He was born in Fort Benning, Georgia on September 24th, 1967 to Harlie Russell Treat and Mary Lee Shepherd Treat.
Harlie graduated with honors from Leslie High School in 1985. After high school, he worked at the saw mill in Leslie for many years and did some tree planting before deciding to attend college. He was accepted to the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in 1992. During the summer breaks while attending college, he worked for the Arkansas Highway Department in Boone County. Harlie Jr. graduated from college in 1996 with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Upon graduation, he accepted a job with the Federal Highway Department, working in various parts of the United States on federal lands, building bridges and other structures. He officially retired in 2022 after 25 years of service. Harlie Jr. was a member of the Nubbin Hill Community Church and was on the board for the Nubbin Hill Cemetery. He was also a life member of the NRA. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing horseshoes, telling stories and discussing the news of the day. Harlie also enjoyed spending time outdoors, deer hunting and fishing. He enjoyed watching Razorback football and basketball, as well as watching the Pittsburg Steelers. He was particularly happy when the Steelers beat the Dallas Cowboys, as he enjoyed ribbing his mom about it, as she was an avid Cowboy's fan. Harlie was a good cook and was well known for making his famous meatballs at both the Nubbin Hill Church dinners and the Nubbin Hill Decorations. He loved to garden and made salsa from the tomatoes and peppers he had grown. Harlie Jr doted on his two cats, Ruger and Slayer, who were his constant companions.
Harlie is preceded in death by his grandparents, William Luther Treat, Eula Treat, Harry Shepherd and Helen Shepherd; his father, Harlie Treat; uncle, Hubert Treat; aunt, Corine Boyd; brother-in-law, Jimmie Ragland; cousin, Mark Drewry and his best friend, Doug Lemmonds.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Treat of Leslie; sisters, Sandra (Warren) Hill of Leslie and Amanda Treat of North Little Rock; nephew, David (Tiffany) Ragland of Marshall; great-nephew, Ashton Ragland of Marshall; great-niece, Autumn Ragland of Marshall; aunt, Cratie Treat of Leslie; uncle, James Shepherd of Leslie and numerous cousins, other family members and friends, who will deeply miss him.
Funeral services for Harlie Jr will be 1:00 PM Friday, January 13th, 2023 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Joe Dale Williams and Bro. Greg Lovett officiating. Burial will be in Nubbin Hill Cemetery. Bearers will be David Ragland, Warren Hill, Tim Drewry, Corby Lard, Zack Treat and Rodney Treat. Honorary bearer will be Phil Gassoway.
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40 Condolence(s)
Debra Rains
Saturday, January 28, 2023
I was fortunate to go to school and graduate with Harlie; he and I shared several classes, and a crazy assortment of memories from those classes.
We might not have shared many mutual goals and ideals, but he was a great classmate and friend. He comes from good folks, and I am proud to have known him, and be able to claim family ties.
His passing came as a shock, though I knew he'd been ill. I guess we just never expect it. I'll never forget this special young man, and our family sends our condolences, tears, and big hugs to his sweet mama and the rest of his family.
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Barbara henderson
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Oh Mary I am so very sorry.
James, Holly and Blaine Kelley
Friday, January 13, 2023
We send our thoughts and prayers to all of the family.
Tom Scott
Friday, January 13, 2023
I worked with Harlie since he started with FHWA in the 90's. He was a great guy, a solid and reliable worker who always had our back on any job he was on. We relied on him greatly for a lot of projects and he delivered - every time. He is gone too soon and will be missed. My condolenses , sympathy and prayers are with you at this time.
Linda Parks
Friday, January 13, 2023
Mary Lee so sorry for your losses. Prayers.
Emily Loggins
Friday, January 13, 2023
I am very sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers.
Mary Scheulen
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Mary Lee and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that the love of God and family and friends will bring you comfort as you face the days ahead! Prayers for all of you! Love, Mary Scheulen ðŸ™ðŸ™
Albert & Anna(Rainbolt) Maze
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Your families will be in our prayers in the difficult days ahead.
James Watson
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Sorry for your loss sister Mary. Praying for you and family.
Nicholas Treat
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Getting to see Russell was always a high point in family trips to Arkansas and the time my father, brother and I spent cutting logs to bring back with us has always stayed with me. I regret not having more time to spend with you, and I hope you have found peace.
Barbara A Ragland
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Mary, Sandra, Amanda and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort now and in the days ahead.
Love, Barb.
Wesley and Loretta Smithg
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Mary and girls, we are so sorry to hear this
Jan Boyd
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Marylee and familey, my good friends.. We are truly sorry for your loss…when I visited with you all, I saw such strength in all of you ! God’s Strength !!
God’s Grace is sufficient ; His Mercy is everlasting and His Strength is perfect… we love you very much !!!
The Boyd Familey
Sally Wilson
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
All my love and prayers are going up for you and all the familyâ¤ï¸ðŸ™
Nancy Jones
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you Mary and family in prayer for comfort and peace during this difficult time. May God be with you all. In deepest sympathy
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your loved one.
Rita Thomas
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
To the Harlie Treat Jr family I'm so sorry for your loss you all are in my prayers Go rest high on that mountain son your work on earth is done go to Heaven an shouting look for the father and the son,
Chris Johnson
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Thoughts and prayers sent to family. I worked with Harley throughout his career with the Federal Highway. Always had good conversations with him about Hunting and fishing and life in general.
God Bless
Susan Nelson Grant
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Words from far away are feeble messengers but they are intended to give you support during this time of sadness. Be strong.
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Mrs Mary, Sandra, Amanda and family: I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family has been through so much lately. My prayers are for God to give y’all strength and peace to get through this most difficult time. Love and hugs!
Edna Treat
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Shirley J. Gray
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Betty Barnes
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Family, words don't come easy for this one. Seems like a few days ago we lost Harlie, now we lose his son. I speak as 'we' because at Nubbin Hill, we are family. We love each one of you and pray you have peace, walk by faith, and feel Gods love in your hearts. Mary, we can not comprehend your loss, and only God can heal wounds like these. Praying for you and the family every day. Love you, Betty and Ray
Ricky and Tawanna Treat
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
I can't believe this is happening again, I'm so sorry and sad to hear this. You have our sincere condolences to all family members. ðŸ™ðŸ™
James and Jeri White
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Our deepest sympathy
Vickie Lucas
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Heartfelt sympathy & prayers of comfort for you Mary & family.
Brenda Scott Collie
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all your family.
Bethel Massey
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Mary, Sandy and Amanda
I’m so sorry for your loss..
Praying for comfort and strength During this most difficult time
Billy Griffin
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Words can't express the sadness that I feel for Mrs. Mary, Sandra, and Amanda. I pray that the Lord takes care of you and helps you make it through this heartbreaking timeâ¤ï¸ðŸ™
Christy Pennington Payne
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
I’m so very sorry for your loss…. Prayers for you all. And love.
Kevin Holliman
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
My sincere an upmost Condolences Saddens me of his passing praying for you all
Judi Morgan
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Mary, and Family, i am very sorry the lost of your son, brother.. May God be with you all at this time
Judi Morgan
Judi Morgan
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Mary, and Family, i am very sorry the lost of your son, brother.. May God be with you all at this time
Judi Morgan
Robin Mays
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
So very sorry for your loss, Mary and family. Prayers for strength and comfort during this time.
Nina Baysinger
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
So very sorry
Brenda Lewis
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Mary and girls, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know this is very hard only lossing Harlie so recently, but God gives us strength when we lean on him. God bless each of you during this difficult time.
Debbie Boggs
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
I am so so sorry for your families loss. My prayers and love are with you all.
Cindy Lankford
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
So sorry to hear this. My prayers are with the family
Chasity Altman
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
May you find peace and comfort during this sorrowful time.
Lou Jean Tampleton
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Sending deepest sympathy to Mary and family. Prayers for God's grace as you find daily strength to ger through these difficult times.🫂ðŸ™