Johnny Carson Whitlatch

August 16, 1941 - November 19, 2025

Obituary

Johnny Carson Whitlatch of Harrisburg, AR departed this life Wednesday, November 19th at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR at the age of 84 years, 3 months and 3 days. He was born Saturday, August 16, 1941 in Jonesboro and lived most of his lifetime in the Trumann and Harrisburg area. He was a farmer and a 1961 graduate of THS and a respected member of Maple Grove Baptist Church where he went on mission trips to Alaska and Guatemala. Johnny was a social butterfly of the Trumann community and enjoyed hunting with his grandkids and family, fishing, and was a sponsor for Valley View Trap Shooters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Ada Reed Whitlatch and one brother, Neal Whitlatch. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carla Jo McMahan Whitlatch of the home; two sons, Jody Whitlatch of Trumann and Jeff (Joanna) Whitlatch of Jonesboro; one brother, Dale Whitlatch of Trumann; six grandchildren, JC Whitlatch, Collin (Makayla) Whitlatch, Carter Whitlatch, Austin Needham, Shelby (Patrick) England, and Olivia Whitlatch. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Maple Grove Baptist Church in Trumann. A celebration of life will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Jim Duffel officiating. Burial will be private. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Irvin, Larry John Chamblis, Gerald Hunt, Mark Weaver, David Smith, Danny Pippinger, Ben Turner, Dale Whitlatch, and the men of Larry Henderson’s Sunday School class. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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Service Details

Public/Visitation

November 23, 2025

Maple Grove Baptist Church
Trumann, AR

Memorial Service

November 23, 2025

Maple Grove Baptist Church
Trumann, AR

Guest Book

"Prayers goes out to the family and friends

Karen , Williford

November 23, 2025

"So sorry for your families loss. Johnny was a wonderful person.

Judy Dunman, Lunsford

November 22, 2025

"I just heard the very sad news of Johnny’s passing. Johnny, Carla and I graduated from high school together and Johnny was always gregarious, never met a stranger. I had the opportunity to reconnect with Johnny during the recent five years of living in Trumann caring for my Mother before she passed. We had laughs about high school memories and fond memories of growing up in Trumann. Back in the day, we knew all of each other’s family members and the Whitlatch family members were all wonderful people. May God Bless you all and grant each of you peace and strength as you say goodbye. Hugs and Prayers Carla. See you on the other side Johnny. RIP Judy Turner Thomson, daughter of Jimmy and Patsy Turner

Judy Turner Thomson, Daytona Beach, FL

November 22, 2025

"We’re so very sorry. Sincerely, Beth and Donald Presley

Beth Presley, Little Rock, AR 72212

November 21, 2025

"Was so saddened to get news of Johnny's passing. I know of at least one "old cowboy" [Gerald Hunt] who will be lost without his good buddy. God give comfort to Ms. Carla and all the family and friends Johnny leaves behind.

Mary Lee Brock Cunningham, Jonesboro

November 21, 2025

"Sad news. Johnny was a good man and friend. Lots of good times. Mary Kay and I have the family in our prayers.

Ken Hendrix , Hot Springs

November 21, 2025

"So sorry to hear of your loved one Johnny passing! As I was reading the obituary of all the family names, even though it's been years since I've lived in the Trumann area, lots of memories flooded my mind. I remember as a child when my dad and Mr. Pete used to go coon hunting together many years ago and what a good family you all were & are! As I read all your names, your faces appeared in my mind's eye and I thought what a great family you all are, that's a legacy to be proud of. I just want you all to know that you are in my prayers during this very difficult time and I pray that God will give you all a memory of a special time in life with Johnny that will bring a smile to your face and comfort to your heart. A friend Larry Cook, a child of the (Late) J.F. "Bill" & Ethel Cook family

Larrry Cook, Walnut Ridge, AR.

November 21, 2025

"We love you Johnny and we sure will miss you! Gerald and Cindy

Cindy Wood, Trumann

November 20, 2025