of Leslie, AR
October 25, 1949 - November 20, 2024
Edwin Joe Bratton, age 75, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 at Ozark Health in Clinton, Arkansas. He was born in Marshall, Arkansas on October 25th, 1949 to Charles Edwin Bratton and Maurdiece Burkhart Bratton.
Joe was an icon and legend of the Leslie Community. He spent many years being the official score keeper for the Leslie Bulldogs. He ran the clock for every game. Joe was the Bulldogs number one fan. Throughout the years he has helped or assisted with many events in the Leslie area. He was always a prominent figure during the GED graduations held at the Heritage Center. Joe enjoyed working at the Searcy County Fair every year and spent countless hours volunteering at the Searcy County Library. He was a Christian and had a strong faith and belief in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Joe loved talking on the phone and his many friends will miss his daily calls. He was a great historian and could tell many stories of Leslie and its residents. Joe was small in stature but large in heart. Joe's death leaves a small hole in the community of Leslie and the surrounding areas that will never be filled.
Survivors include his aunts, Leyon Bratton of Marshall and Peggy Winders of Alma; sisters, Sandra L. Jarnagin of Houston, Texas and Kandy Landa of Houston, Texas and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends who will also mourn his passing.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Bratton and Maurdiece; his grandparents, Charley W. Bratton and Noma Ann Boyd Bratton and his uncle, Bobby Carrol Bratton.
Funeral services for Joe will be 2:00 PM Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Don Campbell officiating. Visitation will be 1:00 till 2:00 PM November 22nd, 2024 preceding the service. Burial will be in Sulphur Springs Cemetery. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
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26 Condolence(s)
Pat Halsted
Friday, November 22, 2024
Praise God he is now healed.......God Bless you Little Joe
Benny and Ruth Holsted
Friday, November 22, 2024
Kevin Overholt
Friday, November 22, 2024
I remember visiting “Little Joe” at his parents house near mine up off of Kimbrell Creek in Wiley’s Cove. I helped push his wheel chair back to his house many times during Homecoming when he would be out all day visiting and the battery would die. He was truly an icon in Leslie.
Jennifer Rainbolt Brown
Friday, November 22, 2024
Sorry for ya'lls loss, I remember him when I was a Kid In School at the Ball Games. Prayer's for all The Family.
D. L. & Peggy Adams
Friday, November 22, 2024
I will miss Joe's phone calls. He had a fantastic memory of past events even to the most minute detail. Rest in peace.
Jim and Jackye Adams
Friday, November 22, 2024
Joe was an icon of Leslie. He was a senior in high school the year I started teaching. He kept me informed of his sister, Sandra. She was my best friend in grade school before she moved. I will miss getting all the news from him. Rest in peace Joe. You’ll be missed.
glenda lewis house
Friday, November 22, 2024
from the Bennie ray house and Glenda Joyce Lewis House family, he will be greatly missed.
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks
Friday, November 22, 2024
Dear Family-
I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was such a kind and friendly man and we had many conversations at ballgames. He was smart and knew lots of Leslie’s history. He will be greatly missed in our little community! Prayers for God’s peace, comfort and strength during this most difficult time for all the family.
Barb Ragland
Friday, November 22, 2024
Many memories of Joe at ballgames! He will be
missed by many. Prayers for
The family.
Jim and Charlsie McBride
Friday, November 22, 2024
We were saddened to learn of Joe’s passing. He will be sincerely missed by the Leslie community. We extend our deepest condolences to the family.
Terry Tuell
Friday, November 22, 2024
A true fixture of Leslie, AR. You will be missed. I first met you when I was six years old. You were a very kind and generous individual who shared your Pom Pom candy with many fellow students on our school bus. Rest in peace my friend. The whole community of Leslie, Arkansas lost a true icon.
James and Jeri White
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Our deepest sympathy. He was a very kind person.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Thursday, November 21, 2024
So sorry to read about Joe passing away . Everyone will sure miss him. He was a nice person, we send every one our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
Mazie Lee
Thursday, November 21, 2024
I remember Joe........ he is the middle name of Leslie and especially the ballgames. My husband preached one time at the little Baptist church ... I cant remember the name of it but Joe was there. I had to speak up for be blessed because we knew Joe. May we all remember him and comfort to the family and friends.
Albert & Anna (Rainbolt) Maze
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Joe visited with us many times in the shoe store. Was always a pleasure visiting with him. Rest in peace Joe. See you later.
Peggy Bratton Winders
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Joe was loved by his family and friends! He loved the Leslie Bulldogs! Loved his Granny Noma Bratton! Love
Cecila Rushing
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Prayers of comfort and peace during this difficult time of loss. Joe will be sorely missed
Vanessa triplett
Thursday, November 21, 2024
With heavy heart I will say me and the whole town will miss you
Barbara White
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Mayo & I always enjoyed his phone calls.
He was always full of news!!
Rosemary Harness
Thursday, November 21, 2024
We will always remember Joe’s kind and outgoing personality. Charles and I always enjoyed visiting with Joe and family. We are sending love and prayers.
Barbara Henderson
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Prayers for the family. We have many fond memories of Joe.
The Henderson’s
Rita Roach
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Joe was the clockkeeper all the years I played basketball. Fourth grade through my senior year. He was a kind soul and will be missed.
Brenda Lewis
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Im sorry for your loss. Lots of memories of Joe at the ballgames and church.
Kayla Bratton
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Joe you had a huge impact on my life growing up i always loved listening to your stories you taught me alot in my life your was was like gold i love you cousin Joe you will be missed dearly.....
Wesley Smith
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Little Joe Bratton. Joe was a good man, always was. I carried him up the steps of the old school house many times as did others.
Pam Cannada
Thursday, November 21, 2024
We will miss Joe. Blessings of comfort to all his loving family.