of Batesville, AR
April 14, 1957 - October 15, 2025
Randy Dean Palmer, 68, of Batesville passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
He was born April 14, 1957 in Batesville, Arkansas to Conway Eugene Palmer and Ruby Faye Reynolds Palmer.
Randy was affectionately known as Banjo and umpired for many years. He loved spending time with his family and friends and holidays and cooked a ham for every Thanksgiving. Randy played the mandolin and enjoyed doing karaoke. He was an avid Razorback fan and enjoyed watching March Madness. He also enjoyed hunting and going to the river.
Survivors include one son, Alex Palmer; one daughter, Stephanie Palmer; two brothers, Donald Palmer (Sandra) and Ronald Palmer (Sadie) and three aunts, Veda Barnett, Betty Palmer and Sharon Palmer.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers are Jace Grigsby, Tanner Sherril, Bob Zumwalt, Jerry Wadkins, Doyle Wade and Alex Palmer. Honorary pallbearers will be the City of Batesville Parks Department.
Funeral services will begin at 2:00pm Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Batesville Community Center with Mayor Rick Elumbaugh, Lowen Lermitte and Chris Vines speaking. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery with Steve Nichols officiating under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00pm Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the Batesville Community Center prior to service.
Randy's dedication to Batesville Parks and the Batesville Municipal Golf Course was one of the cornerstones of his life. To continue his important legacy, the family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the newly established Randy Palmer Memorial Fund. All donations will be used to promote and enhance the recreational activities he worked so tirelessly to support. Please contact Batesville Parks (parksaa@cityofbatesville.com or call (870) 698-2427) to send your donation.
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31 Condolence(s)
Mitchell Musick
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
So sorry to hear about Randy’s passing
I am glad that I got to visit with him at our
50th class reunion
Class of 75
Tony pierce
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Ray and Sherry Adcock
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
We are so sorry for the loss of Randy, and are praying for his family during this time. He was an awesome man, and he always gave what was far and above what was expected to the youth of our area. He will be missed.
Ray and Sherry Adcock
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Tresia Elumbaugh
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Randy always has a smile for everyone he met, a wonderful man that will be greatly missed. Praying for his family. RIP Randy❤️
Scott & Terri Cox
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
We will dearly miss you Uncle Randy. Love & prayers to Stephanie & Alex.
David & Susan Parker
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Alex and Stephanie,
Your Dad was always kind and supportive of the Parker family. He was so proud of you both. We will miss having him be available to take care of the golf course. May God grant you a peace that passes all understanding.
Thomas Mitchum
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
My Prayers are with Alex and Stephanie and all of Rands friends
Jana. Ray
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Prayers for the family and friends and the city of Batesville Parks Department
Pam Bowman
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Randy’s family and friends during this difficult time! I’ll always remember being at Grandma and Grandpa Palmer’s house and all of us cousins playing games, football, etc in the front yard until way after dark sometimes! RIP cousin!🥲🙏🏼😇
Judy branscum
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Love you and everyone I know that knew your dad loved him too. Bless you.
Betty Cockrill
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Prayers for Randy’s family.
Teresa Ferguson
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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Jeanie Hobbs
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Prayers for family and friends. He will be missed.
Alan Vickery
Monday, October 20, 2025
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Becky Essmeyer
Monday, October 20, 2025
Randy was a wonderful person, and his thoughtful nature will forever be remembered. In his memory, my thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. ✨✨🙏🏼
Tim Stewart
Monday, October 20, 2025
Alex and Stephanie,
I was saddened to hear of Randy's passing. I always enjoyed his company, humor, and stories and considered him a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Tim and Ruth!
Bill Luster
Monday, October 20, 2025
So sorry for Randy’s Passing. Sending condolences to his family. He was a good man.
Bobby & Shelia Smithee
Monday, October 20, 2025
Steph, we are so sorry for your loss. May God bless & keep you in His care during these sad times for you & your family. Love & sympathy, Bobby & Shelia Smithee
Dorothy Barnes
Monday, October 20, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Susan Tucsnak Gann
Monday, October 20, 2025
I’m very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing.
My thoughts and Prayers With all of the family. Sue Gann
Dorene Stephens
Monday, October 20, 2025
Brenda Silvy Brenner
Monday, October 20, 2025
RIP my dear friend! Randy we had lots of fun at the old shoe factory, in our younger days. You will be missed! Prayers for family and friends!
Ina Provence
Monday, October 20, 2025
He was an awesome guy !! We have had many laughs at the ball fields !! Prayers for all !!
Lori Olinger
Monday, October 20, 2025
You all will be in our thoughts and prays through this very hard time. Madison, Gabriel, Joe, and I send our love.
Donald Sandra Palmer
Monday, October 20, 2025
Love you and will dearly miss you bro.
Kimberly Harper
Monday, October 20, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Randy help a lot people around. You are in our prayers and thought
Jana. Ray
Monday, October 20, 2025
Lynn Nichols
Monday, October 20, 2025
Steph & Alex and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family. Love you, sissy!
Bobby, Carolyn Hughes
Monday, October 20, 2025
Stephanie ,Alex and family we are so sorry for your loss you had a good day and he will be missed dearly. You have had so many good memories with him you will never forget. God Bless All. Prayers for all. We love all of you.
Bill Campbell
Monday, October 20, 2025
Stephanie, Karen and I are praying for you and your family.