of Welcome Home, AR
August 16, 1942 - January 16, 2026
Doyle Glenn Ragland,83, left this world on January 16th, 2026, at Hospice of the Hills in Harrison, AR. He was born August 16th, 1942, in Welcome Home, AR to parents Floyd and Opal Berlene Bohannon Ragland. Those who knew him would say he was a man who loved God, served his country through his military service of 26 years including active military duty in Operation Desert Storm, cared for his family, and his community.
Doyle was a member and elder of the Welcome Home Church, part of the Welcome Home Volunteer Fire Department, retired sergeant/member of the 224th Maintenance Company of the National Guard Unit based out of Marshall, Quilt of Valor recipient, served as Justice of Peace, volunteered during elections, and was part of the Chinquapin Cemetery Board.
During his life he worked and worked hard blurring the lines on what retirement meant - logging, drywall, farming, baling hay, gardening, splitting firewood, making deals trading, and tinkering on the things he likely broke. He was always one to lend a hand, a tool, his time, or advice with only one stipulation - be fair and then bring back what you borrowed. No one could tell stories better, and he had a lot of them from his days of playing in the creek, coon hunting, driving the back roads, funny things that happened at work, cattle sales, or traveling with his guard buddies around the world. All of them began ''One time me and so in so…then ended with laughter even if it was the 10th time he had told the story.
Doyle married Daley Watts in November 1965; they enjoyed 55 years together before her passing in July 2021. Survivors include his daughter Gwen Myatt (James) of Harrison, and Ricky Ragland (Shana) of Mountain Home. His brothers Donald Ragland (Fredia), and Roy Ragland (Gail) both of Marshall. In the fall of 1990, Doyle was promoted to Grandpa. His grandchildren include Cory Ragland (Kristi), Shara Godfrey (Jeremiah), Brandan Ragland, Summer Ragland (Randall), Jordan Myatt, Skyler Ragland (Samantha), Ben Ragland, Katelin Ragland (Matthew), Carson Ragland, Noah Ragland, Ryder Ragland, and step grandchildren Danica Smith (Taylor) and Tyler Wyatt (Camry). The family tree grew bigger with the addition of thirty-four great grandchildren. Countless other extended family members, friends, and neighbors will celebrate the life he lived, and honor his legacy in their hearts.
Proceeding him in death were his parents, his wife, his sister Mildred Howell, his brother Gerald Ragland and his half-brother, Clovis Qualls.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Welcome Home Volunteer Fire Department or the Chinquapin Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the first responders, paramedics, Clinton Hospital ER, med flight team, Washington Regional NSICU, as well as Hospice of the Hills.
Funeral services for Doyle will be 1:30 PM Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at Welcome Home Church in Welcome Home, Arkansas with Bro. Roy Ragland and Ricky Ragland officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. Burial will be in Chinquapin Cemetery near Welcome Home where Doyle will be laid to rest with military honors beside his wife Daley. Bearers will be grandsons, Cory Ragland, Brandan Ragland, Jordan Myatt, Skyler Ragland, Benjamin Ragland and Carson Ragland. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren will serve as honorary bearers.
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24 Condolence(s)
Mike and Traci Lessman
Sunday, January 18, 2026
We will miss Doyle and the sound of his 4 wheeler coming up the driveway for his visits. We are honored to have known him and his love for the Lord was such an inspiration.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Saturday, January 17, 2026
We send all the family, our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
Todd and Jodi DeMars
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Doyle,
Go rest high on the mountain. We Love You and you will be greatly missed.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.
Revelation 21:4
Mike and Roberta Pack
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Roy, Donald and families,
Sorry to hear about Doyle's passing. Condolences to all of the family.
Jim and Jackye Adams
Saturday, January 17, 2026
We were so very sorry to hear about your loss. Doyle was always so supportive when we worked together in the elections.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Saturday, January 17, 2026
We send all the family, our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
Tracy & David Helsel
Saturday, January 17, 2026
We loved being Doyle and Daley's neighbors for 8 years. They were great people, and we couldn't have asked for better neighbors. We have missed Daley, and will miss Doyle greatly.
Gary Anderson
Saturday, January 17, 2026
So sorry for your loss. My the peace of God be especially close with you during this time and always
Gary and Kathy
Marinda Holliman and Rick Holliman
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Our Sympathy to the family. Sorry for your loss. Rick says he has many memories of seeing Doyle and his brothers in a restaurant in Cabot where we all ate breakfast before we went off to do "drywall work".
Our prayers for your comfort in the days ahead.
With cousin love, Rick and Marinda Holliman
James and Jeri White
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Our deepest sympathy
Carmalee fitzwater
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Ricky .. you are in my thoughts . Your Dad was always friendly . You and your family are in my prayers
Gail Frese
Saturday, January 17, 2026
So sorry to hear about Doyle's passing. Keeping all in thoughts and prayers.
Duane and Sharon Kenyon
Saturday, January 17, 2026
So sorry for your loss. We will miss Doyle. Lifting your family up in prayer.
Sid and Lea Ann Tudor Lowrance
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Sad for all of us, lossing another great person. He was always soft voice, but you didn't cross him. He could stand his ground. God bless you the family, friends and neighbors.
Dwain and JaniceCrymes
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Loved this family. Prayers for those left behind.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Saturday, January 17, 2026
I am so very sorry for your loss. I counted Doyle a friend for many years.
Cecila Hill
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Never met Doyle when he didn't have a kind smile for me and pleasant words. He will be missed. Prayers for family during this time of sorrow
Janet Hubbard Rainbolt
Saturday, January 17, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Doyle was a fine man. My prayers are with family.
Steve Parham
Friday, January 16, 2026
We're so sorry to hear of Doyle's passing! He was a good friend! We are praying for the family during this time!
Mary Stewart
Friday, January 16, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Doyle was a good man. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
Morgan Garcia
Friday, January 16, 2026
Ricky and all the family, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing...may God give you all strength and comfort...
STEVEN BANNICK
Friday, January 16, 2026
You are my friend that would visit me and you cared for my relationship with Jesus. We would pray together and talk like old friends. I'll remember you.
Gary Anderson
Friday, January 16, 2026
So sorry for your loss. My the peace of God be especially close with you during this time and always
Gary and Kathy
Tim & Pam Massey
Friday, January 16, 2026
So sorry for the loss of your dad Gwen- praying for peace- cherish those memories