SEARCY — Clarence Edwin Ransom, Jr.,

M.D. passed away on February 20, 2021 with his family by his side. He was born June 2, 941 in Denmark, Ark. He was one of three children of the late Clarence Sr. and Hattie Mae (Smith) Ransom. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Melody; five sons, Randy, Greg, David, Chase, and Seth; four grandchildren, Julia, Chris, Reece, and Ryan; and two great-grandchildren, Freya and Soren. He practiced family medicine in White County for 50 years. His dedication to his patients was outmatched only by his love for his family. He had a passion for hunting and fishing most especially when alongside his five sons. He will be remembered most for his contagious sense of humor and gentle spirit.

A drive-thru visitation will be held at Powell Funeral Home in Searcy, Ark., on Friday, February 26 from 6-8 p.m. Please bring a note or letter to drop off regarding a memory with Dr. Ransom or a way in which he impacted the lives of yourself or loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, the family has set up a scholarship fund in his honor to help support students from White County attending medical school at UAMS. Gifts may be made to the C.E. Ransom, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, UAMS Foundation, UAMS Institutional Advancement, 4301 W. Markham St. #716, Little Rock, Ark. 722057199. For online gifts, please visit: http://giving.uams.edu/ and enter “Ransom Memorial Scholarship in the Gift Comment” box. Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.