of Little Rock, AR
February 9, 1941 - July 9, 2025
John William Harrod, age 84, passed away on July 9, 2025. He was surrounded by his wife and four children. John was born on February 9, 1941 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his father, Adril Harrod; mother, Pearl Harrod; brother, David Harrod; two sisters, Barbara Ferrell and Jackie Shook.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mildred ''Cookie'' Harrod; three sons, Steve Harrod (Tina), Greg Harrod (Kim), Johnny Harrod (Ann); one daughter, Kimberly Barnett (Mike); brothers, Lee Harrod and A.W. Harrod; sister, Lynn Hughes, along with twelve grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Visitation is 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 14, 2025 with funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m., both at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Martindale Cemetery, Hwy 10 West.
Pallbearers will be Kolby Harrod, Colton Harrod, Danny Green, Craig Green, William Morgan, Mike Burnett, Michael Daniels, Stephen Leach and honorary pallbearers will be Hoyt Plunkett and Hayden Harrod.
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14 Condolence(s)
Ronnie and Bobbie Hudson
Thursday, July 17, 2025
John and I were the best of friends and neighbors, there wasn’t anything that we wouldn’t do for each other. We spent many times with our lawnmower pulled up to each other’s and just talked,neither one of us could hear very well but we always new what each other was saying, I really enjoyed those conversations with him. John was a very hard worker on everything that he did and a real craftsman and friend! I am really going to miss him and our relationship. I got to visit with him before he left for the Hospital and we talked at least an hour and we got to tell each other how much that we appreciated each other’s company and kindness and he will definitely be missed by me!
Bobble and I plan on helping Miss Cookie in anyway that we can.
May my best friend rest in peace.
Carolyn Brooks
Monday, July 14, 2025
Cookie I am so sorry to hear about John he was a good man and he will be missed by many. I love you Cookie.
Camilla Graham Robinson
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Cookie and family. So sorry for your loss. I still remember you and John having such a good relationship dating back to our high school days. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your entire family in the difficult days ahead. Love you girl. Camilla
Carla and Carter Coleman
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Dear Cookie and your family. Carter and I are so very sorry to hear about John. We. Will
Always remember him and you : he was the first one we called when we bought this house to enlist his help and we were not disappointed. He knew what to do. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the “kids” . He was the best builder and carpenter we have ever known. Love you. Carla and Carter
Gary & Belva Hammer
Saturday, July 12, 2025
So sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. Praying for family. God Bless
Peggy Harding
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Sadden by the passing of John. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Harrod family. May all the fond memories of him bring smiles and replace the tears. He was one fine Gentleman. RiP
Peggy Harding
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Sadden by the passing of John. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Harrod family. May all the fond memories of him bring smiles and replace the tears. He was one fine Gentleman. RiP
david whitehurst
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Cookie, I am glad we got to see John recently. He meant so much to my family. You and John are family. I am sorry he is gone, but I am glad he is with Jesus and not suffering. He probably is fixing the mantle on the fireplace in Heaven. John was one of the good ones. He certainly left a mark on this world. We love you Cookie.
Linda George-Kam
Saturday, July 12, 2025
My sincere condolences to the entire family. May you find comfort in God’s presence and arms.
Renea Harrod
Saturday, July 12, 2025
There are not enough words of praise that Lee and I feel for John. He made our dreams and wishes a reality, in the 3 homes he built for us. We wouldn’t take anything for the time we spent with him on our projects. Always a smile on his face and assurance that anything was possible! A true master craftsman and a wonderful big brother. Our prayers are with Cookie and the kids. I know that their hearts are broken with this loss, ours are too. Our comfort, comes with knowing that he is no longer in pain and he is on the other side waiting and watching over us. Rest in Peace Dear John.
Phil and Julie Isom
Friday, July 11, 2025
Ann, Johnny and Family, we are praying for you all. God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Christy ( Eason) Combee
Friday, July 11, 2025
Cookie and all the Harrod family my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Cheryl Hudson
Friday, July 11, 2025
Papa John was a one of a kind man, always so sweet and smiling , Cookie and his family my heart breaks for each of you, I love y’all
Sharon Combee
Friday, July 11, 2025
Our sincerest sympathies to all of John’s family. We’ve been distant friends through the years and so sorry for your loss. He was an extraordinary person with a masterful gift of carpentry, among other talents. Always smiling as I remember him. Wonderful person and family. You are all in our thoughts.