of Mountain Home, AR
September 24, 1947 - May 20, 2024
William Price Harned was born September 24, 1947 in Springfield, Missouri to Marjorie
Louise Mertel and William Strother Harned. He passed away at his home in Mountain Home on May 20, 2024.
Price lived in Mountain Home most of his life and practiced law for several years in Arkansas and Missouri. In addition to having grown up in Mountain Home and cherishing lifelong bonds, he valued greatly the deep friendships shared with others in the legal community.
While he loved family and friends in Mountain Home, he also enjoyed traveling and especially finding and following his way on a map-perhaps at the expense of the scenery just outside the car window. An avid golfer, he was a long-time member of Twin Lakes and Big Creek Golf Clubs.
Golf wasn't Price's only spare-time interest. He had a years-long love for water sports-lake, river, or backyard sprinkler for the tykes--and tried to be sure everyone involved enjoyed the outing at least as much as he did.
Consideration of others marked more than his practice of the law. From water and snow skiing with his sons to Christmas scavenger hunts with his daughter, Price was determined to make the most of the experience.
Price was a storyteller who delighted in relating tales (often real) of his and his friends' various adventures. His wit and grit proved to be powerful attributes through his life's experiences.
One of Price's chief earthly delights was ice cream, which he happily shared with anyone tall or small. He particularly loved getting together with friends and family, sharing food, drink, and the inevitable laughter.
A man full of wonder, he marveled at all things air- and windborne. He had an admirable collection of well-used kites and was thrilled to fly in friends' planes. Bubbles and fireworks were great fun for him. He would jump in the car, with blankets, to head to Buffalo City on a frigid January night for a better view of the Quadrantids meteor showers. Ships or boats with sails fascinated him.
For over 5 years, Price was a proud and tough Rock Steady Boxer. That program, developed for people living with Parkinson's, proved immensely beneficial to him. He was devoted to his thrice-weekly workouts and particularly fond of the friends he made through those Mruk Center connections. His boxing and drumming sessions were impressive to coaches and other boxers. Utmost effort was expended, and his wide, happy smile was the result.
Price is an alum of the University of Arkansas School of Law. Prior to his law degree, he attended the U of A and earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in Industrial Engineering, followed by posts in Tulsa, OK, and Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
In addition to his wife Ann Harned, Price is survived by son Jason (Karen) Harned; daughter Madi Harned; sister Linde Harned Freedley (Michael); Ann's children; six grandchildren; former wife Debbie Harned; and many dear family and friends.
A devoted father, Price and his first wife, Beth, were parents to sons William Scott Harned and Jason Price Harned. Daughter Madison Victoria Harned was born to Price and his second wife, Debbie. Price was also a proud bonus dad to Debbie's daughter Lacy, and beginning in 2009, to wife Ann's children: Logan (Shauna) Thomas; Hunter (Rosemary) Thomas; and Sydney Thomas. Beloved grandchildren are Uriah Harned, Adeline Boyd, Fisher Thomas, Ryan Thomas, James Thomas, and Jake Thomas.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son Scott Harned; Lacy Spencer and her daughter Hadley; stepfather Mac McCormac; and former wife Beth Ruff Lindsey.
The family suggests donations in lieu of flowers to: The Mruk Family Center on Aging or Hospice of the Ozarks.
A celebration of Price's life is planned for 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024, at Roller Funeral Home in Mountain Home.
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30 Condolence(s)
Tammy Scott
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Jason, Karen & family,
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Sending much love & many prayers for you & your family. May he rest in peace always. With Love, Elvin Weaver, Tammy Scott & the Famiies of Cory & Dakota Weaver.
Mica Palella
Sunday, June 9, 2024
It's hard to find the right words to describe Price. He was brilliant, funny, kind, and caring. He noticed the little details and needs of his clients, friends, and family. He was always thoughtful. He was very special to our family. We were blessed to have had him in our lives.
Cari White
Friday, June 7, 2024
Ann, I have such fond memories of Price. He was a great support when I was at the chamber! The two of you have a beautiful love story that I know you cherish. Sending you hugs, Cari
Melissa Mekel
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family!
Jill Arnold
Monday, June 3, 2024
Ann, I’m so Sorry for your Loss. It was a pleasure helping you with Price and letting you have time to get things done. You will be in my Prayers.
Donna Hopkins
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Ann and family, my prayer for you is peace and comfort. Cherish the memories you shared, every adventure and every day you had together. Price will be missed by so many.
Robert Ross
Friday, May 31, 2024
My family sends condolences. Price was a good man. May your family find comfort. Sorry for your loss.
Donna Kaczmar
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
That obituary is a beautiful tribute to Price. What a great guy he was! Praying for peace & comfort for all the family during this difficult time of sorrow.
Amanda Principato
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Ann, your loving care of Price and your sweet relationship will be remembered by me most. I hope you find solace in your family and the memories you made together.
Deborah Knox
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Dear Ann and family,
I hope you know how dearly I loved Price. Sharing office space as I practiced law with Price was a delight. He always had time to answer questions concerning any issues I might be having with my cases. It was an honor to be friends and a co worker with such a warm, kind, witty man. To watch him handle Parkinson's was a study in courage. He will be remembered by Tom and me as the finest of gentlemen.
Patricia L Turner
Friday, May 24, 2024
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Price was such a wonderful man. His dad and my mom worked together at the telephone company many years ago. Then when I worked at Yelcot he would call hoping to get in a game of golf with Lang. I'll keep you in my thoughts during this most difficult time.
Cindy Young
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Dear Ann, Linde, and all of Price’s family and friends: I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Price. He fought such a good fight for so long with the help and love of you all. I can picture him now back to charming people with his sharp wit and fierce intelligence. What a funny and caring man he was. Many hugs to you all. He will be missed by so many who he impacted over the years, me included.
Love,
Cindy
Diane Stefan
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Dear Ann and family, Joe and I were blessed to meet you and Price through Rock Steady Boxing. Price was such a fierce fighter and Ann you were always giving him the love, support and encouragement he thrived on. Parkinson’s is such a terrible opponent. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Stefan
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Dear Ann and family, Joe and I were blessed to meet you and Price through Rock Steady Boxing. Price was such a fierce fighter and Ann you were always giving him the love, support and encouragement he thrived on. Parkinson’s is such a terrible opponent. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pat Black
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
I got to know Price almost 40 years ago when we lived next door to each other on Tipton Lane. We co-owned an old wooden Chris Craft v8 inboard that was a lot of fun back then. Price was a gentleman and a good friend. Warmest regards to Ann and the family.
Charlene Mahan Schlotzhauer
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Ann, Jason & family with Lindy & family, I am very saddened by the loss of my dear lifetime friend. Remembering our times with friends in high school & later times seeking your advice. It always felt like family! You can run & play catch with Scott now, your body is whole! Your angels surround you. Rest in peace my friend.
Van Gearhart
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Price was a great friend and a fine lawyer.
He was one of the good guys in life and he will be missed by all of us who loved him.
Jodi Strother
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Price was a gentle, kind man. I always enjoyed visiting with him professionally. We will pray for your family.
Judy Matty
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Dave and I send our deepest sympathy for your loss. Price was a jewel. Such a kind hearted guy with a little wit thrown in. He will be missed. We send our love and prayers for peace.
Judy and Dave Matty
Lucian and Linda Stowers
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Price's passing. He was a good honest man.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
To all of Price's family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending up prayers for peace and comfort to come your way. With deepest sympathy. Please accept our condolences. Price was a wonderful person.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Jim Floyd
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Jason, Karen and Family. Sorry to hear.
Jim
Rob & Carmen Iversen
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Dear Ann, Lindy and price’s family,
We’re so sorry to hear of Price’s passing. He lived a good life and we have many good memories! Please accept our deepest sympathy. peace, prayers and blessings,
Rob and Carmen
Jerry & JoAnn Lack
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
We are so very sad & sorry to hear this. Price was a good honest man with the utmost integrety. What few times we needed him he always went above and beyond what was expected.. A true Gentleman!! R.I.P. Price. You've earned it!!!
Vivian verble
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
A good good man. He will be missed. Rest now, my friend
Velara Crownover Harris
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Remember Price when he was a little Boy.Worked at the Telephone Office with his Dad Bill in the 50’s.Have watched him become a Very Fine and caring Person.Love and Prayers to all the Family.
Victor Beck
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Price was one of a kind and he will be missed by many people. His Son Scott and I were best of friends when we were young, and he was taken much too soon. I'm comforted in the fact that Scott now has both of his parents with him in Heaven. Rest in peace Price, you will be missed.
mark Goins
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
He did alot of things for alot of people, he will be missed.
Prayers to the family..
Randa Caja
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you.
Sierra Tumey
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.