CROSSES — Harold Gene Williams,

81 , of Crosses, Ark., entered into his heave n ly home on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at the Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville. He was born February 25, 1940, in Japton, Ark., the son of Carl and Ivy (Haskins) Williams.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, SR Williams, Curtis Williams and Ray Williams; two sisters, Alta Jo Mounce and Margie Combs; his wife of 58 years, Retha Jean (Baker) Williams; and his daughter, Carla Jean (Williams) Simmons.

Harold is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Janet ( Williams) Ploudre and Gina (David) Williams of Crosses; six grandchildren, Brooke, Sara, Paisley, Reese, Ivy, and Wryn; three great-grandchildren, McCoy, Elliott, and Carla Jean; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends. Harold was a faithful member of the Church of Christ.

He dearly loved his family and spent countless hours with them, always putting family first. He was a retired carpenter, stone mason and cattle farmer. Harold was known for his beautiful rock work and his ability to grow a successful garden from which he freely shared. He was an avid outdoorsman and spent many happy days fishing, hunting and camping with his loved ones. Harold was a fun-loving friend to so many and will be sorely missed.

The family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m., Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Beard’s Chapel. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, January 24, 2022, at Beard’s Chapel with Phil Curlee officiating. Interment will follow in the Ledbetter Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel. All family and friends are encouraged to attend.

Condolences at: www.beardsfuneralchapel.com