HOT SPRINGS — Dr. Emmett Barrie O’Bannon, DVM,

91, of Hot Springs, Ark., passed away Monday, June 20, 2022. He was born March 7, 1931, in Kansas City, Mo., to the late Emmitt Berry and Katie (Wren) O’Bannon.

Dr. O’Bannon relocated to Arkansas to attend John Brown University in Siloam Springs, obtaining a degree in agriculture before being drafted in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. After proudly serving, he enrolled in the college of veterinary medicine, University of Missouri in Columbia, where he obtained a Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine. He practiced many happy years in Jacksonville, North Little Rock, and Russellville, Ark.

Barrie was a former member of the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association, a longtime supporter of Heifer International Foundation, and various veterinary associations. Barrie was a faithful follower of the Baptist faith and loved his Lord and family. He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Winchester; and a great-grandson, Oliver Dunlap.

Barrie is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Sue O’Bannon; children, Steve O’Bannon (Ruby), Michael O’Bannon (Mary Jo), Pat O’Bannon (Jenny), Sherri Dennis (Rene’), Jeff Norris (Carrie), and Jon Norris (Dollie); sister, Sharon Joy Parrish; grandchildren, Tori Dunlap, Barrie O’Bannon, Mollie O’Bannon, Jeremy Norris, Carl Dennis, Josh Norris, Sam Dennis, Taylor Norris, and David O’Bannon; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, July 18, 2022, at Gross Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. M. Barrie O’Bannon officiating. Inurnment at Rest Haven Memorial Park, Russellville, Ark., 10 a.m., July 19, 2022.

The O’Bannon family would like to express love and gratitude to the nursing staff of Hospice Home Care, the Atrium, and especially Belvedere Nursing and Rehab for their excellent tender loving care. Guests may register at www.grossfunealhome.com.