Juanita Robertson Harlan

August 17, 1921 - April 28, 2009

Obituary

Mrs. Juanita Robertson Harlan was born on Wednesday, August 17, 1921, daughter of the late David Clyde and Tiny Alice Ames Robertson. Mrs. Harlan died Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at the Trumann Health and Rehabilitation Center, at the age of 87 years 8 months and 11 days. She was born in Bay, Ark., and had lived most of her lifetime in Trumann. She was a housewife, and was always involved in many community activities and a member of the First General Baptist Church near Trumann. She was preceded in death by three sisters, one brother and her parents. Survivors include her husband, Delvin B. Harlan of the home; one daughter, Charlotte Ann Harlan of Jonesboro; one son, Gary Don Harlan of Jonesboro; two brothers, Clyde Robertson Jr., and Herman Robertson both of Trumann; four grandchildren, Holly Harlan, Justin Harlan, Melanie Goodwin and Dana Bingham and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the First General Baptist Church near Trumann, with Rev. Darrel Miller and Rev. Joey Ruppard officiating. Burial will follow in the Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Ark., under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Pallbearers will be Rusty Jones, Kevin Watkins, Dale Hannon, Bart Benson, James Lowery and Hayden Sadler. Honorary pallbearers will be C.A. Jones, Eugene Richardson, A.C. Stacy, Edward Hargrove, Junior Carter, Bill Evans and Bud Bingham Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. An online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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"Dana:I am so sorry about your grandmother's passing. Please accept my condolences.Love,Sarah

Sarah Gore, Jonesboro, AR 72401

May 1, 2009

"Juanita will be missed always inour community. She was my firstSunday school teacher and lovedthe Lord with all of her heart.Eddie and I think of her as oneof the sweetest persons that everlived.

Eddie and Hazel Clem, Trumann, AR 72472

May 1, 2009

"Gary Don and family. My sympathy goes out to you and the entire Harlan family. I know of the void that is in your hearts but look towards God for comfort and understanding. You and I were classmates at THS class of 1965.

Patricia Carter-Muse, Owasso, Oklahoma

May 1, 2009

"sorry for your loss, you all are in our thoughts and prayers

james & shelia hooker, trumann,ar

April 30, 2009

"I am so sorry that you have lost your loved one. You'll be in my prayers and thoughts.

Cindy Corbin ,

April 30, 2009

"To the Harlan Family,We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mrs. Harlan was always a kind and gracious lady as we grew up on Smith St. in Trumann. God bless you and strengthen you at this difficult time.The White FamilyTroy, Nell, Myra, and Kenny

Kenny White, Memphis, TN

April 30, 2009

Ruth Walker, Trumann

April 30, 2009

"Mr. Harlan, Melanie, Dana and family: I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Harlan. She was such a sweet lady and loved by all. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbye (Farmer) Davis, Trumann, AR

April 30, 2009

"We are keeping ya'll in our thoughts and prayers.

James and Carin McClung, Trumann

April 30, 2009

"Delvin, Gary and Charlotte: We are so sorry to hear of the loss of a dear wife and mother. Juanita fought the good fight and now she is better than she has ever been. We miss them so much - but there comes a peace when we finally realize that they truly are in the arms of Jesus. Just know that we will be praying for your family.

Dale and Polli Bibbs, Trumann, AR

April 30, 2009

"I am so sorry for your families loss. sincerely, Linette Bradsher

Linette Bradsher, trumann,ar

April 30, 2009

"Charlotte, Melanie, Dana and families, My prayers are with you all during this time. In Christ love, Carolyn and Jordan Hendrix

Carolyn Hendrix, Trumann AR

April 29, 2009

"I am so sorry for you loss.Ijust knew her for a short period of time but she was a very sweet and caring lady she loved everyone and everyone loved her also.God Bless you all.

Linda (Lively) West, Memphis,Tenn 38115

April 29, 2009

"Charlotte and Gary Don, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

George & Beth Nunnally, Bentonville, AR

April 29, 2009

"Mr. Harland & Family, I am so sorry the hear of the passing ofyour precious loved one. May Godcomfort you and lay his loving arms on you during this most trying time. She will be waitingwith her Father in Heaven for you all. My prayers are with you.Sharron Turman

Sharron Turman, Jonesboro

April 29, 2009