Leslie "Harris" Garvin's obituary , Passed away on April 16, 2026 in Hackett, Arkansas

Leslie "Harris" Garvin

September 6, 1954 - April 16, 2026 (71 years old)

Hackett, Arkansas

Leslie "Harris" Garvin's obituary , Passed away on April 16, 2026 in Hackett, Arkansas

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Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes

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Leslie "Harris" Garvin

September 6, 1954 - April 16, 2026 (71 years old)

Hackett, Arkansas

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Leslie Garvin Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Leslie Garvin of Hackett, Arkansas, who passed away at the age of 71, on April 16, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Harris and Hazel Grace Harris; and her brother Ronnie Harris. She is survived by: her significant other Lonnie; her sons, Eric Garvin (Lori) of Greenwood and Jason Garvin (Melissa) of Rogers, AR; her grandchildren, Anna, Nathan, Ellie and Charlotte; and her siblings, Janet Bensinger of Tulsa and John Harris of Tahlequah, OK..

Memorial may be made to either the American Cancer Society by going online or to the Nurses Honor Guard of the River Valley P.O. Box 8333 Fort Smith, AR 72902 or PayPal to [email protected].

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes



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April 22, 2026

Monika Borowiec wrote a sympathy message

“Leslie brought a light so great to the world and even though she has gone, the light remains. She was one of those rare individuals who illuminated the path for all who had the privilege of knowing her. Leslie's vision, compassion, and unwavering dedication created a legacy that continues to guide us. The values she instilled, the lives she touched, and her positive outlook lives on in each of us. Sending our thoughts and prayers to Leslie's family. ~ Annemarie, Elise, Karla, Lori, Monika, Trish”


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4500 Jenny Lind Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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