of Marion, AR
February 8, 1943 - June 3, 2025
Carole Halk Rash, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and lifelong educator peacefully passed away on June 3, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving a husband, Gary Rash, with whom she shared 63 wonderful years. Carole's nurturing spirit extended into her family, two children; Ashley Rash Campbell (John) of Louisville, KY and Rob Rash (Kristie) of Marion, AR as well as three treasured grandchildren: Dr. Hayden Rash, Grayson Rash, and Jocelyn Campbell. Each of them carries forward the light of her unwavering devotion and joyful living.
Born on February 8, 1943, Carole devoted her life to nurturing not only her own family but also the hearts and minds of countless students in the Marion School District. A proud graduate of Memphis State University in 1965 with a bachelor's degree in elementary education, she dedicated 40 years of her life to teaching; a calling that illuminated the lives of many young learners and inspired educators throughout her career.
Carole was a Christian and was baptized on January 8th, 2006, at the First Baptist Church of Marion. She was later baptized in the Jordan River during a visit to the Holy Land. She will be remembered by her family, colleagues, and the many lives she touched as an educator and kind soul whose passion for teaching transcended classroom walls. Her legacy is one of compassion, service, and the belief in the power of education to transform lives. Although she is deeply missed, her spirit endures in every life she helped shape and every heart she warmed.
Carole's creativity and artistic spirit was often expressed spending endless hours creating handmade crafts, paintings, stained glass and interior design at numerous celebrations and venues of local art and community events. Many will recall how her intricate floral arrangements and festive decorations, each piece reflecting her attention detail, her green thumb as many flowers were her own home-grown roses, and her desire to make everyone feel welcome. These events were a testament to Carole's belief in art, community, and the power of coming together.
In honoring Carole's memory, her family asks you to please consider donations to the March of Dimes and invites those whose lives were touched by her kindness to reflect on the joy she shared and the lessons she imparted. Her commitment to her profession and her family serves as an everlasting reminder of the beauty found in a life well-lived. May she rest in peace.
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30 Condolence(s)
Kenney Grier
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Gary so sorry for your loss. I know we have not seen each other in a very long time .
May God be with you and your family.
Teresa West
Sunday, June 8, 2025
I praise god for Carol. She was such a wonderful teacher for my children. Proceless and kind. Our heart is with the Rash family!
Bradley West
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Mrs. Rash was my 6th grade homeroom and history teacher. I have always been fascinated with Egyption history because of her. I learned to love history because of her. Praying for her family and friends.
Anita Bell
Sunday, June 8, 2025
So sorry to hear about CAROL. Please know Don and I are praying for praying for your family.Carol was a wonderful lady.
Anita and Don BELL.
Anita Bell
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Dearest Rash family Don and are sadden by the passing of your sweet wife,mother and grand mother.She was a special lady.
May the Lord be with each of you during this time.
Anita and Don Bell
Gayle Stevens
Saturday, June 7, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss Gary. Sending my thoughts, love and prayers to you and your family.
Becky Stephens
Saturday, June 7, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear this. God's blessing and comfort for you all.
Keri tiebel
Friday, June 6, 2025
Us girls at The Salon will truly miss Mrs Carole. My Fridays were spent making sure her dryer was on her preferred temp, sat how she liked it, and fixing her coffee which brought me more joy serving her than she ever knew! There will always be those who imprint on your life and Mrs Carole will be one of those for me. Praise Jesus that she is in heaven loving on my babies until I get there to meet them. Thank you Jesus for sharing Mrs Carole with me. I'll see you one day Mrs Carole!
Harold and Carolyn Huey
Friday, June 6, 2025
We are very sorry to hear about your families loss. May all your memories remind all of you how much love and pride she had for her family.
Steve Stevens
Friday, June 6, 2025
I just heard about Carole's passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to Gary, Rob, Ashley and her entire family. Marion, Arkansas has lost a very special woman and friend.....
Janie Aycock
Friday, June 6, 2025
So very sorry! Mrs. Rash was a very special person. Every time I saw her she always brightened my day.
Sheila Dawson Lence
Friday, June 6, 2025
Rob, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Momma. Know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Sharp
Friday, June 6, 2025
Rob,
I am very sorry for the passing of your mother. Prayers for the Rash family!
jeanie hale Martz
Friday, June 6, 2025
I loved Carole. She was so good to be around. Praying for the family--all of you. Jeanie Hale Martz
Rick Matthews
Friday, June 6, 2025
Gary, Ashley and Rob I was saddened to hear of the passing of Carole. She was a wonderful lady and always had a smile on her face and a kind word. Gary the loss of a spouse of so many years is tough, but one day you will be united again. Prayers for your family.
Andy Luttrell
Friday, June 6, 2025
Prayers for the Rash family,
Andy Luttrell
Dick Howard
Friday, June 6, 2025
Gary, Rob and family
I'm so sorry for your loss. Lifting the family up in prayer.
Julie Jenkins Truelove
Friday, June 6, 2025
I was so saddened to hear about Mrs Carole. I have fond memories of her and all the Rash family! She was always so kind and loving to my family. She left a beautiful legacy with many precious memories. Love you all!
Lee Sports Loven
Friday, June 6, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a great woman.
Doris Bridges
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Dear Gary, I am saddened by the loss of Carole and hope that God will wrap his arms around you and your family in the days ahead. The loss of a spouse is a terrible loss. Prayers of hope and healing for all of you at this time.
Doris Guin Bridges
Kay Bunch Ellis
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Gary, Ashley, Rob and your families…you have been blessed by Carole with grace and kindness with everything she did as a loving wife and Mother. I always enjoyed her kind comments on Facebook and was glad with the joy you each brought to her. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you🙏❤️🙏
Dean and Anne Creekmore
Thursday, June 5, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing lady.
Eddie Sides
Thursday, June 5, 2025
I'm sorry for loss and God bless you during this difficult time
OD & Nannette Baker
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Nannette & I extend our condolences to the family at this time. May you be comforted by the promise of the resurrection and the knowledge that soon death will be no more and never again will we have to bury our loved ones. God makes this wonderful promise to is at Isaiah 25:8 where it states that he will "swallow up death forever." I hope you find solace in these words.
Dentie and Becky Doyle
Thursday, June 5, 2025
What a beautiful lady Carole was. She taught Jessica and we were in Water Aerobics and Homemaker's Club together and I got to see her talent in decorating for a holiday a year ago. Carole always looked fabulous and was compassionate and kind to everyone. She will be missed. She was always talking about her family and was very proud of all their accomplishments!
Carolyn Pitts
Thursday, June 5, 2025
To the entire Rash Family
We are so saddened to hear about Carole's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers
Louis and Carolyn Pitts
Amy Sisson (Payne)
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Mr. Gary & family, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Carole's passing. She was always so kind and had her beautiful smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margaret Buford
Thursday, June 5, 2025
It is hard to lose a friend of 50+ years . Carole and I have been through all the good times and bad times of raising kids, teaching, and so much more. She is the sister I never had, and I will miss her so much. Gary, Ashley, Rob, and family I'm so sorry.
Nelda Antonetti
Thursday, June 5, 2025
To someone who has been a friend to me for many years, through teaching my children and having made such an impact on their lives. Our times together in our bunco and Red Hat groups will always be remembered, and whose presence will be deeply missed. Her parenting was apparent in her family and their lives. With all my love and the knowledge she will always be in my heart. Love you, Nelda
Andy Luttrell
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Prayers for the Rash family,
Andy Luttrell