of Heber Springs, AR
May 12, 1944 - December 17, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Southard, 81, of Heber Springs, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in Batesville, Arkansas. She was born May 12, 1944, in Heth, Arkansas to William F. Smith and Ruby Pauline Hanley Smith.
She was a devoted wife and an amazing mother, who was devoted to her family.
She is survived by her husband, Gary Southard, sons Richard Owens (Kimberly) of Jonesboro, Michael Owens (Laura) of Red Bank, Tennessee; a daughter, Stephanie Bradley of Nordheim, Texas; Three brothers, Robert, Allen, and Fred Smith, two grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Johnny Smith.
Graveside services will be Monday, December 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., at the Cleburne County Memorial Gardens with Rev. Tharell Boulware officiating.
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9 Condolence(s)
Sandra Golden
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Gary and family so very sorry to hear of Ann passing I really enjoyed working with her at Walmart prayers for comfort for all of you
Barbara Robbins
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Allen & Family
Sending all the hugs and kisses your way. I’m so sorry for your loss. I know she was loved by many and will be deeply missed. The family will be in my prayers.
Love you all
Barbara Robbins
Braton Manville
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Thank you for being apart of my life. I will try to.keep an eye out for Richard.
LaRue Henry
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Ann was a wonderful friend and neighbor. My prayers are with Gary and all of her family as they adjust to the loss of their loved one.
LaRue Henry
Bill & Shirley Barnes
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Gary and family,
Bill and I are so sorry for your loss and that we can't be with you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all
Bill & Shirley Barnes
Pris Ann Sinclair
Friday, December 19, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss and prayers for all the family.
Stacy and Aaron Arnell
Friday, December 19, 2025
Prayers for peace as you navigate through this loss.
Margaret Webster
Friday, December 19, 2025
Richard I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are for you and your family.
Jack and Faye Butler
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Gary, we are so so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. We loved her and all the times we had together. We love you too. Sending hugs and prayers your way
Jack and Faye