John Vail's obituary , Passed away on February 1, 2026 in Harrison, Arkansas

John Vail

April 25, 1944 - February 1, 2026 (81 years old)

Harrison, Arkansas

John Vail's obituary , Passed away on February 1, 2026 in Harrison, Arkansas

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Coffman Funeral Home

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John Vail

April 25, 1944 - February 1, 2026 (81 years old)

Harrison, Arkansas

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He was predeceased by: his parents, George Vail and Mae Vail (Minyard); his wife Betty Vail; his siblings, Edward Vail and Barbara Parker; his grandson Jeffery Tillman; the mother of his children Doris Herndon; and his grandfather Johnny.

He is survived by: his children, James "Bo" Vail (Michelle) and Anne Vail; and his stepchildren, Kathy Smith (Bill), Mark Gunter (Robin) and Bryan Gunter (Cynthia). He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandson, several nieces and nephews and his church family.

Memorial donations can be made to Alpena First Baptist Church, PO Box 130, Alpena, AR, 72611.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Coffman Funeral Home



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Feb 10

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Alpena First Baptist Church
12111 US-62, Alpena, AR 72611

Tue

Feb 10

Funeral service

Alpena First Baptist Church
12111 US-62, Alpena, AR 72611

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