of Marshall, AR
October 23, 1944 - January 2, 2026
Harrel Ras Ragland, age 81 of the Landis Community near Marshall, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at Conway Regional Hospital in Conway, Arkansas. He was born at Rock Springs, Arkansas on October 23rd, 1944, to Elmer Rosh Ragland and Mamie Henry Ragland. Harrel was married to Peggy Louise Freeman Ragland for 39 years before her passing in 2015.
Harrel was saved and baptized at Shiloh in 1958. Throughout his life, he showed a deep love for people and treated everyone with kindness and respect. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand however he could. His genuine care for others left a lasting impact on all who knew him. Harrel's parents engrained a legacy of enduring love for family and an ardent work ethic. He often spoke fondly of childhood memories with his brothers and sisters. Harrel loved to hunt and fish with his brothers and looked forward to the yearly Ragland campout in the forest to open muzzleloading season. Harrel would always get so tickled telling the story about the time he, Farrel, Rudail and Danny Freeman drove to Canada on a hunting trip. Rudail forgot to pack a sleeping bag, so they stopped and he bought one along the way. When they made camp, Rudail learned he had purchased a youth size sleeping bag that barely reached his waist. Harrel would laugh and say Rudail liked to have froze. Harrel was very proud of his service in the National Guard as a cook, where he made many lifelong friendships. He continued to be a wonderful cook throughout his life. Everyone looked forward to his deer dressing and mashed potatoes. Harrel made countless great memories with Peggy, his girls and grandkids fishing in Long Creek and the ponds on the Ridge. Harrel worked hard to build a wonderful life for his family. He told many stories of hard work with his brothers. They grew tomatoes and hauled them to Little Rock to sell at the market. They worked in the log woods and later Farrel and Harrel were partners in a successful sawmill. He worked as a mechanic at the Chevrolet dealership in Marshall. Harrel owned and operated a bulldozer. He worked tirelessly growing strawberries and was honored to hold the position of President of the Strawberry Association. Harrel was also a cattle farmer and enjoyed taking care of his cattle up to the day of his passing. Whatever it took, he was always willing to go the extra mile to provide for his family.
Survivors include his daughters, Kayla Lynn Harris (Halen) of Marshall, Holli Vanessa Brannon (Bryan) of Conway and Jennifer Griffith (Gene) of Marshall; grandchildren, Miley Harris, Makenna Harris, Garret Brannon, Ty Brannon, Jordan Pinson (Matt), Taylor Parker (Nick) and Daniel Griffith; great grandchildren, Peyton Pinson, Annistyn Pinson, Taytum Henderson, Buck Henderson & Austin Glenn; siblings, Melvin Ragland (Carrol), Marvin Ragland (Beverly), Dean Lawrence, Kathy Morrison (Eddie), Roger Ragland (Sherri) and Bill Ragland (Cindy); sisters-in-law, Roylee Ragland, Sharon Massey, Pat Freeman and Charlotte Ragland; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Harrel is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Mamie Ragland; his wife, Peggy Louise Ragland; and siblings, Rudail Ragland, Farrel Lee Ragland and infant brother, Bendle Ragland; and brothers-in-law, Michael Lawrence, Roy Gene Massey and Danny Freeman.
Funeral services for Harrel will be at 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Gary Ragland officiating. Burial will be at Red Hill Cemetery, Marshall, Arkansas where Harrel will be laid to rest beside his wife, Peggy. Pallbearers will be Greg Massey, Eric Massey, Daniel Freeman, Luke Ragland, Bradley Ragland, Matthew Ragland, Jason Ragland, Justin Ragland, Kevin Ragland, Greg Ragland, James Morrison and Doug Morrison.
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25 Condolence(s)
Kimm & Todd Avey
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Our condolences to your family in this time of need
Kevin and Heather McClung
Monday, January 5, 2026
We will be lifting you all up in prayer for your great loss. Thank God we have the hope of the best reunion that will never end in Jesus one day, but until then we can all strive to be like this great man and get to where he is now when our time comes. I love you all!
Tabatha Wilson
Monday, January 5, 2026
We are so sorry for your loss sending lots of love and prayers!
Brenda Dishaw
Monday, January 5, 2026
Bill, Cindy, Roger, and Ragland family. I was sorry to hear of Harrel's passing. I saw him often when my family lived next to you guys. I heard a lot of the stories of the families hunting adventures. I remember the stories told from the Canada trip. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
SHIRLEY--EARL BARNES
Monday, January 5, 2026
PRAYERS FOR THE RAGLAND FAMILY. MAY GOD BE YOUR COMFORT THROUGH THE LOSS A LOVED ONE.I HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR YEARS AND KNOWN THEM SINCE A TEENAGER. MAY GOD BE WITH ALL THE FAMILY.
Tommy Wallis
Monday, January 5, 2026
Shirley and I are so sorry for your loss. Harrel was a good man. May God's blessings be upon each of you.
Bethel Massey
Monday, January 5, 2026
Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss..
Praying for comfort and peace during this most difficult time..
Send love to you all.
Clara Foshee
Monday, January 5, 2026
Prayers of comfort for family
Carrie Marshall
Monday, January 5, 2026
To the Harrel Ragland family, I'm so sorry to hear the passing of Harrel. May the lord Jesus Christ be with you all during this time of grieving and the years to come.
Glenda Griffith
Monday, January 5, 2026
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad, grandfather, brother and friend. May God give you all peace and comfort, as only he can.
Malinda Morris
Monday, January 5, 2026
Harrel will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him. He was a pleasure to visit with. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Sending hugs, concern and love to his daughters, grandchildren and siblings.
❤️🙏❤️🙏
Sonya Parks
Sunday, January 4, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.
Wade Roper
Sunday, January 4, 2026
My condolences to the family. Harold was a great person and will be missed by all.
Roger and Angie Johnson
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Jen,
We are so incredibly sorry for the loss of your dad. Our prayers are with you as you navigate this difficult time. We love you!
Jane Williams
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Kayla and family, I'm sorry for the loss of your dad. May God give you peace and comfort.
Phoenex Smith
Sunday, January 4, 2026
i got the chance to meet Harrell last year for the first time while the summer was going on. he was very very loving, sweet and never talked bad on anyone, he brought light to the room , any room he walked in. will always be remembered. kayla, hollie, and family, you are in my prayers. Lord give them peace and comfort!
Ritchie/Reva Morrison
Saturday, January 3, 2026
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will have you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Paulette Beavers Rea
Saturday, January 3, 2026
I'm so sorry .....My thoughts and prayers are with Y'all ❤️ ♥️...Kathy and Jennifer......and all ur family.....God be with you...Paulette Beavers Rea
Peggy Ragland
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Jen,Holli&Kayla,I am so so sorry for the loss of your dad .He was a good friend to Troy& me. He called me to check on me a lot. He will be missed by all of us.Praying for peace and comfort for all you girls.I love you guys '"'"
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Saturday, January 3, 2026
I'm very sorry to hear this. Harrel and I have been friends all of our lives. Harrel was a good person all of his life and he will be missed
Justin Ragland
Saturday, January 3, 2026
He was one of a kind and one of the best uncle's I could've ask for. Long Creek will never be the same but he's in a great place now.
Tracy,Mary, and Aaron Harris.
Saturday, January 3, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Harrel was a very good man.
Bill and Cindy Ragland
Saturday, January 3, 2026
We loved him dearly and it's going to be hard for everyone. But he is in a better place.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Saturday, January 3, 2026
To Holli, Jennifer, and Kayla, we are so saddened , by the death of our beloved brother. He was a good daddy to you girls, always be good to one another he would want that.
He was a saved man, now we know he is home with the Lord. There is a great reunion going on in Heaven. To be absent from the body , is to be present with the Lord. May the Lord, help, and bless you all. We love you all.
Joyce Turney
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Kayla, Holli & Families, so very sorry for your loss. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.