of Benton, AR
October 13, 1924 - May 2, 2020
Virgie E. Dougan Harris Garner, 95, of Benton passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020. She was born October 13, 1924 in Prattsville, Arkansas to the late Robert and Mary Dougan. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by each of her husbands, Charlie W. Harris and Donald Garner; son, Charles Rickey Harris; grandchildren, LeAnn Harris and Shannon Harris; brothers, Lewis Dougan and R.C. Dougan; and sister, Bethel Dawson.
Virgie was a member of Highland Heights Baptist Church for many years where she was a past president of the Highland Heights Joy Group. As a young woman, she worked for West Department Store and later served as Justice of the Peace for District 4 of Saline County. Virgie was also a member of Eastern Star, Benton Chapter 231. She served Eastern Star as a Worthy Grand Matron, an organist, and a Grand Representative to South Carolina. In her later years, Virgie spent many hours volunteering for the Saline Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Survivors include her son, Robert Harris of Alexander; three grandchildren, Heath Harris, Heather Harris, and Brian Harris; sister, Eueldean Calaway; daughter-in-law, Chrys Harris, and seven great-grandchildren, Cody Harris, Gracie Harris, Andrew Reeves, Easton Reeves, Savannah Harris, Stetson Harris, and Abby Martin.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Jacobs Cemetery in Sheridan, Arkansas with Pastors Nick Calaway and Todd Calaway officiating.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing practices shall be observed when in attendance.
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25 Condolence(s)
Desiree Beard
Thursday, February 3, 2022
I remember how kind and thoughtful you were when we met. You loved our mutual family history, and it was a real treat for me to meet you. May you rest in peace!
Shirley Smith
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Budgie was a sweet Lady to me always.She will be missed .But Budgie I know you are enjoyed being with Jesus and all your loved ones.Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your life.Love you!
Ragan and Ashton Kyzer and Genevieve Moore
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of Virgie's passing. She was a special lady. Sending you all our love.
Lisa Dougan
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
She was always a sweet lady. Love you Aunt Virtue.
Jean Ann White
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Praying for the family
Jean Ann White
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Sue Pruitt
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Virgie will be missed by many. Knew her for many years she was a special lady. RIP Virgie and enjoy your reunion with all your loved ones and friends.
Sherri Smith
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Brian, Jessica, Savannah, & Stetson,
We are so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. It sounds like she lived an amazing, rich life, full of many memories. We pray you treasure the memories for years to come. Much love and prayers to all of you.
Marty, Sherri & Smith family
Paul and Pat Bond
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
We send our sympathy and prayers for your comfort.
Jennifer Taylor (Jenny Dougan)
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
A very special lady that will be missed by many. Love you Aunt Virgie.
George Hawthorn
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Brian our condolences to your family in your time of loss .
Ann Strother
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Brian & family, Mitch & I send our thoughts & prayers to you as you grieve the loss of your loved one. Losing a grandmother is tough, but we pray knowing she’s resting high on God’s celestial shores brings you much comfort.
Mitch & Ann Strother
Dan and Jayme Kindy
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time! She will always hold a special place in our hearts!
Cheryl wise cook
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Bobby we are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Momma. You are in our prayers
Cheryl wise cook
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Bobby we are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Momma. You are in our prayers
Randy & Phyllis Buie
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Thoughts and prayers to the family! Ms Virgie was a special lady and she always loved being around family! May God bless each of you in the coming days!
Michael Ramsey
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Sorry to hear of Virgie’s passing. She was a sweet lady.
Robin Ramsey Pelton
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Virgie was a sweet lady and I know she will be missed. Prayers for he family!
Sarah Ramsey
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Virgie was a great neighbor and friend. She will be missed. My prayers are with you all during this time.
Cindy Pintado
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Me and Al would like to say our hearts and our prayers are with you Bob....We never met your momma Bob but knowing you, her son and loving you as a friend and a brother in Christ then she must of been a wonderfu, special lady.....
Please know we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.....Let us know if we can do anything for you................
All our love Bob,
Cindy and Al
Brenda Finley
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
What a sweet sweet lady! She will be missed. Praying for you all! Greg & Brenda Finley
JO Ellen dunn
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
I am so privileged to have known this sweet lady. My prayers is for comfort for all of the family and friends
John mcgohan
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Prayers for comfort to the family.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Nancy Welborn
Sunday, May 3, 2020
My sincere prayer is her family finds comfort during this hard time.