of Hughes, AR
December 10, 1940 - February 11, 2026
Ruth Ellen Davis Harrison, 85, of Hughes, AR, died Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was born in Camden, Arkansas on December 10, 1940, to the late Ruth Meador Davis and the late John Marvin Davis.
She graduated from Stephens High School in 1958. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from Ouachita College at Arkadelphia, AR in 1961 where she was a member of Gamma Phi social club and where she met her husband of 53 years, the late Edgar Theodore (Teddy) Harrison, Jr.
She was a member of First Baptist Church of Hughes for over 60 years. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Alexia Harrison, of McKinney, TX; her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Jennifer Harrison of Argyle, TX; her sister Rose Anne Davis of Brentwood, TN and her sister Kathy Davis of Pittsburgh, PA. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Kelsey Grace Lechner (Will), Ashley Hope Harrison, Chloe Faith Harrison, Davis Philip Harrison (Sophie Horan) and Andrew Theodore Harrison and a host of family and friends.
Family Visitation will be at First Baptist Church, 201 Church Street, Hughes, AR on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 12:00pm - 2:00pm with Funeral Service immediately following in the sanctuary at 2:00 pm.
Memorials (in lieu of flowers) may be made to Ouachita Baptist University, 410 Ouachita Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71998 or First Baptist Church, 201 Church Street, Hughes, AR 72348.
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13 Condolence(s)
Rodney Brazeal
Thursday, February 12, 2026
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm know heaven is happy with their gain of this precious lady. Prayers for you guys.
Rossie Daniels
Thursday, February 12, 2026
God definitely gained one of the most amazing women that graced earth. Ms. RE was such a kind, loving lady to all. I will never forget her friendship! Sending love to Paul, John and family.
Wanda Taylor
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Such a sweet person. She will be missed by her family and the community. Heaven is now her home!
Thomas and Cheryl Beene
Thursday, February 12, 2026
RE was a most special friend and the best neighbor ever! We will miss her dry wit, her friendship and her unshakeable faith in our Lord. She set a fine example for all who knew her. To her family, we are praying for each of you. May God bless you .
With fond regards,
Thomas and Cheryl Beene
Clifton and Darrellann Wise
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Mrs. Ruth Ellen will be truly missed. She always had a snack for us after school when we would gather to play football, baseball, or basketball. I always enjoyed seeing here and talking to catch up on how everyone was doing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with John, Paul, and family.
Rose Anne Davis
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Ruth Ellen, thanks for being the person I've known longer than anyone .. you were wonderful big sister and I truly adored you. . I will miss you more than you know. You always put others first no matter the circumstance.
I will see you on the Other Side. I love you.
Kathy Davis
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Did anyone ever know anyone finer... Any time spent with her, no matter how brief, was a joyful blessing: such integrity of character and unshakable faith--loving, funny, a great friend, mother, grandmother, sister, wife and Christian, in the true sense of the word. I am ever grateful for her constant love, friendship and guidance across the decades. Our loss is heaven's gain. We shall meet again.
Ever grateful, Dear Sister,
Kathy
Pam Harris
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Heaven just got a lot sweeter. Farewell my friend until we meet again!
Prayers for her family & friends.
Karen Cook
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Miss Ruth Ellen was one of my favorite teachers from elementary school at Hughes Academy. I was glad to be able to visit with her a couple years ago. Prayers to her sons and their families.
Gary Bryant
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Precious, wonderful lady
Kristy Simmons
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear this will be praying for her family she was a wonderful person
Twila Griggs
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
An awesome lady and a great friend. She will be missed by me and a host of friends.
Cliff and Lynda Wise
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Thanks for the memories! We shall never forget the wonderful times we had together. We will see you on the other side. Prayers for your family.
Love you lots,
Cliff and Lynda