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Robert Harold Harsch, age 72

Robert Harold Harsch, 72, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024 in his home. Rob was born February 8, 1952 in Kalispell, MT to parents Robert “Bob” and Florence Harsch. After moving around the country while growing up – Rob lived in Montana, Washington, Nevada, California, and even Samoa – his family settled in Oklahoma. Rob graduated from Sallisaw High School in Sallisaw, OK before he went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Rob worked as a graphic artist in central Arkansas, with the majority of his career being spent on creating advertising materials for fishing tackle. This work complimented his passion for fishing. Rob used his creativity to tie his own flies, then enjoyed wading in the Little Red River and tossing a line. Rob was a man of few words but if you listened carefully, he was also the king of one liners. Another passion was cooking or subtly sending recipes to family members and awaiting the end products. Another of his great joys were his grandchildren Alyssa and Dylan of North Little Rock, AR.

Rob is survived by his wife of 51 years, Vicky (Hamon) Harsch and his daughter, Jennifer Boozer, and her husband David, of Sherwood, AR.   He is also survived by his father, Bob Harsch of Van Buren, AR; his brother James “Jim” Harsch, and his wife Rita, of Van Buren, AR; his sister Patti Braun, and her husband Larry, of Claremore, OK; and his mother in law Betty Hamon of Fort Smith, AR. Rob is also survived by numerous members of his extended family.

Preceding Robert is his death was his son Ryan Harsch of Sherwood, AR and his mother Florence Harsch of Van Buren, AR. His grandparents Harold and Velma Nicholson of Las Vegas, NV also held a special place in his heart.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

13 Comments

  • Karla Shipman Posted October 21, 2024 4:04 PM

    Vicki , I’m so sorry about Rob

  • Barbara Williams Posted October 21, 2024 4:05 PM

    I’m so very sorry to see this Vicky!My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Big hug?

  • Jerry & Karla Shipman Posted October 21, 2024 4:13 PM

    Sorry about your loss

  • Bucky and Joyce Hamon Posted October 21, 2024 4:17 PM

    We will always remember Rob as being a kind and gentle man.
    We will remember his family in our prayers.

  • Jim and Tanji Lawson Posted October 22, 2024 4:54 AM

    Vicky,
    Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. I pray you and Jennifer find peace in all the happy memories you all shared.

  • Linda Derden Posted October 22, 2024 7:42 AM

    I am shocked to hear of Rob’s passing. Will pray for your comfort. If there is anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to ask.

  • Amber Taylor Posted October 22, 2024 8:09 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

  • Karen Davis Posted October 22, 2024 8:39 AM

    I am so sorry Vicky. Prayers for y’all.

  • Jim Harsch Posted October 22, 2024 2:26 PM

    Dad, Jim Rita and Pat all pray for you all for your losses of a loved one that means so much to Harsch family relatives and friends We all pray for you

  • Dwight Williams Posted October 22, 2024 2:57 PM

    Great friend in Sallisaw.

  • Karen Posted October 22, 2024 6:53 PM

    Met you and Rob in 1974 in Russellville . From that day forward I hadtopay close attention to His one liners !,
    He was witty and a undefinable chuckle. Even after his health declined , I didn’t hear him complain . We will miss his text and funny cartoons . RIP Rob

  • Mike and Sue White Posted October 22, 2024 8:42 PM

    We are saddened of your loss so soon after Ryan, but know Rob is in a better place and pray for you and Jennifer and the grandkids.

  • Amiee Fears Jones Posted October 23, 2024 11:29 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ❤️🙏

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