Don-Carnahan-Obituary

Dr. Don Carnahan

Russellville, Arkansas

1945 - 2025

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Dr. Don Carnahan, of Russellville, passed on March 29, 2025, at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Carnahan; children Alan (Tami) Carnahan of Miami, OK, Alee (Kenny) Fairris of Little Rock, and Lydia (John) Dial of Bentonville; grandchildren Caleb...

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We would like to share our condolences to you and your family. Carmen Forte Irby

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Fresh out of graduate school, way back in 1973 Don and I joined the Ouachita Baptist University faculty as young assistant professors. And within weeks Don and Margaret became dear friends to me and to my wife; and even after they left Arkadelphia, our friendship continued with an occasional Russellville family visit to. Don was a gentle man, a kind, compassionate, and loving person. He was also a true gentleman, always extending a hand to his students, colleagues, and friends. And for a good...

In 1973 Don and I joined the Ouachita Baptist University faculty. My wife and I have had the pleasure and honor of befriending Don and Margaret for the time they lived in Arkadelphia and later, while visiting Russellville. Don Carnahan was, without a doubt, one of those rare characters whose integrity, compassion, and faith left an indelible impact on my life - and lives of so many. Sometime in 1970's Don helped me put a new roof on our house - right smack in mid-August. And during the first...

Margaret, my deepest condolences. Although I have not lived there for twenty years you and Don were the best of Russellville to me.

Margaret, I am so sorry for your loss.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.