of Hartman, AR
February 24, 1937 - July 21, 2025
Hattie (Smith) Shepherd
Born to George Owen and Gertrude Smith in Altus, Arkansas on February 24, 1937. She passed away July 21, 2025 at the age of 88.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, George Shepherd Jr.; parents, George Owen and Gertrude (Brown) Smith; Siblings, JC Smith, Walter Smith of Ozark, Arkansas, Gertie Louise Smith of Kansas and Granddaughter, Ashlond Morrow of Hartman.
Hattie is survived by Blenda (Danny) East of Florida, Carol (Eddie Don) Morrow of Hartman, Arkansas, Deborah (Steve) Estep and Mary Ann (Rusty) Marvel of Coal-Hill, Arkansas; 9 grandchildren, Carrie, Dayla, Amanda, Jeff, Chris, David, Cortney, Triston and Jdon; 16 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren.
Hattie was active within the community, she and George were a huge part of the Coal-Hill Riding Club. She worked tirelessly in the rodeo concession for many years. She loved working at the school and looked forward to seeing those kids everyday. She was a member of the Coal-Hill Assembly of God Church. She was a hard worker on their cattle farm for many years, always feeding, working in the hay, delivery of cattle and or whatever was required. She could drive a tractor as well as any man.
Pallbearers are Jeff East, Clayton East, Chris Estep, David Estep, Triston Marvel and Jdon Morrow.
Honorary are grandchildren.
There is an open visitation at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, July 24th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Funeral Service will be July 25th at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 AM. Burial at Hess Cemetery, Coal-Hill will follow. Gerald Morris Officiating.
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10 Condolence(s)
Clyta Jacobs
Friday, July 25, 2025
Blenda, so sorry for your loss. May God give you all peace during this time.
Judy Yates Thomas Miller
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
I'm sry to hear of your mother's passing. My memories are few but I remember her as a spunky, spry hard working young lady! I remember staying over nite with Carol on a few occasions. She was stern with the house rules an always had to get the chores done before anything, an excellent cook, home or school. Oh my gosh, that was many moons ago. God has gained a wonderful angel. May God hold his hands on you all at this very difficult time. Much love and many prayers to all of you.
Robin Jarvis
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Just wanted to tell you all that I am truly sorry for your loss. I work here at the Nursing Home. Everything we saw each other. She would give me the biggest smile. I would give her one back. Will miss you my Beautiful Friend. And will hold our memories in my heart. Love you my friend. Robin Jarvis. Johnson County Nursing and Rehab.
Mary Chapman
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Condolences to your family. Mary Ann, know that she's in the arms of God.
edith c barmore
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family.
Rhonda Hall
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Mary Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family❤️
David Mattas
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Hattie was like my bonus mom. I loved her! Neighbors all through my childhood as well as my favorite lunch lady. She ALWAYS gave me extra and seconds!
Prayers for the whole family! Go rest high! Love you!
Virga Hayes
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Hattie was such a wonderful woman. She loved her family and the Coal Hill Riding Club. She and George hauled my horse on more than on occasion so I could trail ride and Quadrille. I'll always have fond memories of them both.
Odessa Warren
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
So sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Hattie was a very good person
Sharon king
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Sorry for your loss ì ķn̈eŵ ĥattìè from the senior cèn̈teŕ she will be missed