June 18, 2020
Meridith L. Whitson, age 74, of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020, at the Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home in Russellville. She was born May 16, 1946, in Harrison, the daughter of Rual Custar Ham and Goldie Nina (Burdine) Ham Curtis. In addition to her parents, Meridith was preceded in death by two brothers, Dennis Ham and Carl Ham; and her step-father, Troy Curtis.
Meridith was of the Christian faith. As a non-traditional student, she graduated Cum Laude from Arkansas Tech University at the age of 45.
Meridith is survived by her daughter, Susan Whitson Damon, of Russellville; her son and daughter-in-law, David and Amy Whitson, of Ozark; her brother and sister-in-law, Dalton and Donna Ham, of Nixa, Missouri; three grandchildren, Brooke Damon of Yuma, Arizona, and Patrick Whitson and Reese Whitson, both of Ozark; and a host of other family and friends.
Graveside service was held for family and friends on July 11, 2020, at 10:00 AM at Jasper Cemetery with Brother Ohmer Dyal officiating.
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home is complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines for COVID-19 and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
I knew Meredith when she and Wayne were dating. My husband married them at Rehoboth where he pastured and they attended church. She was a precious girl. I got to talk with her when she was working at the Court House. I wasn't aware of her passing. I am very saddened by this. Blessings on her family.
I was lucky enough to deal with Meredith at the Pope County Courthouse. What a truly lovely woman. I’m so saddened by her passing and send my condolences to her family.
I worked at the Pope County Courthouse at the same time as Meredith. I enjoyed visiting with her when we would happen to meet in the halls, I am so sorry for your loss.
Debbie GoBell
I'm so saddened to hear this news. Sweet, smart, professional and loyal friend for so many years. I will miss our talks.
My deepest sympathy to the family.
All of us at Burris Inc. are so saddened to hear about Meridith's passing. She was such a sweet person and we so enjoyed visiting with her when she came to the store. Prayers for all of you.
she will be missed