Kelly Lynn Harness (Taylor), 53, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away on September 3, 2025. She was born on January 15, 1972, to Charles Taylor and the late Mary Allene Taylor (Schmid).
Kelly dedicated her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse with Baptist Health. Her compassion, kindness, and unwavering spirit touched countless lives, both in her profession and among those who knew her personally.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Allene (Schmid) Taylor, and her stepson, David A. Harness.
She is survived by her loving husband, Skot Harness; daughters, Elizabeth and Katherine Harness; stepdaughter, Sarah (Corey) Winter; grandson, Eli Winter; her sister, Vicky Hendrix; and her father, Charles Taylor.
Beyond her work, Kelly found joy in fishing, swimming, gardening, astronomy, and hunting for fossils. Most of all, she cherished her faith and her relationship with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Kelly will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and coworkers who loved her dearly.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-9823-400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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Kelly was a beautiful woman inside and out. Prayers for Scott, Elizabeth, and Kathryn.
Prayers for her family, sending lots of hugs and love ,
She was my best friend and a wonderful loving person. Full of joy, love, and kindness. I will always remember and cherish the memories. Thank you Lord for blessing me with her in my life and the great times we’ve had. Hopefully I will see you again with mom and our bother by your side. In Heaven. Love you lots.
I’ll miss you Kelly ! Your patience, caring and kindness was always a blessing in the chaos of our job. You will be missed
Prayers, Skot! I’m so sorry for your loss!
Skot and family, I extend my deepest sympathies in the loss of your wife. I will be praying for all of you in the days to come.
Prayers for the family during this difficult time. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
Prayers for comfort for skot and family, didn’t know Kelly that well but I remember her murals she painted in Elizabeth and Katherine rooms,she was a beautiful lady inside and out.
So sorry for your family Skot. Prayers for all of you.
So sorry for your loss , in our Prayers
Skot I’m so sorry for your loss of Kelly. Please accept my condolences and prayers.
Skot, praying for you through this loss. If I can help in any way, please let me know.
My heart goes out to the family. She was a wonderful lady with a heart of gold. I loved working with her.
Skot, I’m am deeply saddened by your loss and pray that God bless you with His grace and mercy during this difficult time.
Prayers for this dear family
Skot and family, you are in my prayers during your time of loss. May God grant you peace.
Sending love and prayers for you all.
Skot + Family:
I have asked God to bless, comfort, strengthen, and bind all of you closer together in Him during this very challenging time, as only He can. In peace and love, stay strong, brother.
Skot, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kelly was the kindest, gentlest soul I have ever known. Her love and sweetness filled my life in ways words cannot capture. She has left a hole in my heart that can never be filled, yet I hold on to the hope of seeing her again on the other side. Until then, all my love—Skot
Skot, I am sorry for your loss. I pray for your strength and that God would send his holy angels to tend to you in your grief. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
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