Richard Justin Withrow

Richard Justin Withrow obituary, Wynne, AR

Richard Justin Withrow

Richard Withrow Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kernodle Funeral Home - Wynne on Jun. 25, 2025.

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Richard Justin Withrow, age 43, of Wynne, died Saturday, June 21, 2025, at his home. His death came sudden and unexpected. Mr. Withrow was born October 7, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee and was the son of Richard Withrow and Karen Ferguson Withrow. He was a member of the Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church and was a veteran of the US Coast Guard. Growing up in Forrest City, Arkansas, Justin found a sport that he took seriously and developed to the best of his ability. Under the direction of Astin Taekwondo, he received his 2nd Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. In the 9th grade, he made the decision to further his education by attending Saint Andrews Episcopal College Preparatory School, graduating in 2000. He attended Centenary College of Louisiana, where he pledged Kappa Sigma Fraternity. In 2004 he joined the United States Coast Guard stationed in Astoria, Oregon. After the Coast Guard, he moved to Newport, Rhode Island where he established "JW Marine Detailing." After years in Rhode Island, he moved to Sarasota, Florida and continued detailing at the local marinas. Leaving Florida, he moved closer to home and lived in Searcy, Arkansas and Little Rock, Arkansas before moving to Wynne. Finally, at the last year of his life, he fulfilled his dream of working as an IT web developer and started his own business, "Studio Mark Digital." Mr. Withrow is survived by his parents, Richard and Karen Withrow, of Forrest City; and one aunt, Dee Withrow Ptak, of Hurst, Texas. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Lynn and Joe Ferguson, and Louise and Damon Withrow. Graveside services will be held Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation will follow at Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. You may log on to stevensfuneralhome.net for the online registry. The family request memorials be made to the Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church, St. Jude’s or the Three Trees Cowboy Church in Wynne, Arkansas.

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July 7, 2025

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July 6, 2025

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June 30, 2025

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Jessica Teer-Smith

July 7, 2025

We love and miss you Justin. Thank you for always being so kind.

Melodie Weir

July 6, 2025

My deepest of condolences Richard and Karen. The iHeartMaltese family loves you.

Marise Cheney

June 30, 2025

Dear Karen & Richard, I am so sad to hear about the loss of Justin. I am thinking of you along with all the Australian Maltese family people. I am sending you lots of love. Marise

Karen Withrow

June 30, 2025

Sylvia Polachuk

June 29, 2025

So sorry for the loss of your son Justin. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. He will be forever in your hearts.
God Bless. Love from Sylvia and Mr Snoopy Ontario Canada

Gabriele Ollikkala

June 28, 2025

Dear Karen and Richard,

I am so very sorry and heartbroken for you to read the sad news about Justin having passed away so unexpectedly. It is hard for me to comprehend this news, and I know that you both are devastated and inconsolable. Words alone are not able to let you know how very
sad I am, and how I wish I could hug both of you as well as little Mandee.
I will always remember Justin, even though I have never met him in person, but have seen him in so many photos together with you, Ally, and Mandee. Both you, Karen and Richard, as well as little Mandee, are on my mind, and my prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt condolences, and may God's grace shine on you. May you find comfort in knowing that you are loved by many people and by the Maltese community.
With quiet thoughts and prayers for you,
Gaby Ollikkala

Carolyn Goedike

June 28, 2025

Karen, Richard, and little Mandee - keeping you in my prayers as you navigate through the devastating loss of your son. With Love, Carolyn Goedike (iHeart Maltese)

Helene Cardinal

June 27, 2025

I am so sorry Karen and Richard for the loss of your precious son Justin. I pray you will kept your precious memories close to your heart. xoxoox

Cyndi Feazell

June 27, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Justin´s passing. I´ll be keeping y´all in my prayers.

Cyndi Feazell (iHeartMaltese)

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Janice Griffin

June 25, 2025

So very for your loss. We feel like a part of your family. We loved Justin. Gone to soon. Peace and comfort from our loving God. The Griffin family

Connie Sharesky

June 25, 2025

Karen and Richard..No words can erase the pain you're going through right now..May your faith in Jesus give you both the peace and strength to heal your hearts..My thoughts and prayers are with you both..

Nancy Colbert

June 25, 2025

I was in total shock to learn of the passing of your dear son. Words cannot ever express the pain I feel for you. But I believe that Justin will be spending time with Ally and Molly as they watch over your family and Mandee. I pray for your family to find strength. The entire Maltese family is here for you... May God bless you..

Karen Lanyon

June 25, 2025

So sorry for the loss of Justin. May he be in your hearts forever Richard and Karen xx

Mallory and Carla Nimocks

June 25, 2025

Justin was so very special to our family for many reasons. He shared a birthday, seven years apart, with our son. We enjoyed watching him grow up in the Episcopal Church as a young boy. Just recently we saw him at lunch and he took the time to stop and visit. That meant so much to us. He was a light and will truly be missed by all who knew him. Sending loving and prayerful thoughts to the family, Carla and Mallory Nimocks

Janet Ward

June 25, 2025

So very sorry about the loss of Justin. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diane Reeves

June 25, 2025

Dear Karen, Richard and Mandee
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your obviously much loved son. Thinking of you all at this time.
Love Diane & Ollie (NZ)

Phyllis Kuczek

June 25, 2025

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tammy Ritter

June 25, 2025

I posted this in our Maltese group. Sending here with my deepest heartfelt sympathy and condolences and including Mandee: Karen & Richard- there are no words that can ease the pain but there are people that love you and are here for you. Your faith is strong and inspiring and will guide you through the grief. We can´t take your sorrow away but we can and will lift you up. This news shook me to my core. I am so sorry and praying for you. We are here for you and support you and know that we are here for you. I am so sorry and sending prayers and condolences. My heart breaks for you and the legacy that Justin leaves behind.

Andrea Singleton

June 25, 2025

Karen and Richard, I am so deeply sorry about Justin. I believe he was one of the most kindest genuine and loving gentleman I ever met. He always greeted me with a hug and a smile. I have many happy memories of him. He will always hold a special place in my heart.

Dyan

June 25, 2025

Deepest condolences to the family I'm truly so sorry for lossbe strong

Susan

June 24, 2025

I am so sorry that you lost your precious son. He was handsome, talented, and special. Although I only knew him through your posts, I could see how much you loved him and how proud you are of him. I could see how much he loved you both, and Mandee, Ally, and Molly. I want to thank you for sharing your family with us.
No words can console you, but I know that God and your faith will comfort you now and in the future.

Brenda Spurlin

June 24, 2025

I hug your hearts following your devastating jolt and pray your peace hoping our precious Mandee brings you comfort.

Tracy

June 24, 2025

So sorry for sad loss of your special son

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Maria-Elena Schneider

June 24, 2025

My sincerest condolences on the loss of your precious son. My heart goes out to Karen, Richard and Mandee. He´s walking in fields of gold with Alley.

Gloria Hoffman

June 24, 2025

My deepest condolences.. so sorry for your loss... Karen, Richard and Justin are in my heartfelt prayers

Darlene Lidster

June 24, 2025

My deepest sympathy at the loss son. I pray the Lord will provide comfort and peace. Rest easy in knowing he is in the presence of God.
Love and prayers.
Darlene (IHeartMaltese)

Donita

June 24, 2025

Karen and Richard, there are untold numbers of us praying for you in this incredibly painful time. You have brought so much joy to all of us through the years.
We would all give anything to make this different for you and have Justin still here with you.
Love and prayers now and going forward as you navigate this time.

Jennifer Lupo

June 24, 2025

Dear Richard and Karen and Mandee too,
Hundreds of people got to know Justin through your posts, and the love you shared with all of us on Facebook. He was a very special person to so many of us!
Like a friend, a brother, a nephew as someone mentioned. I know I was always excited to see his face and see what he has been up to with his visits to see Mom, Dad and the little white fluffy dog that was wagging her tail the whole time he was there.
We are all completely heartbroken for the loss of your beautiful Justin
Thinking and praying for you both during this unimaginable sorrow.
Your friend, Jennifer Lupo from Arizona

Eric Kittell

June 24, 2025

Dearest Karen & Richard, Karen & I pray the Lord holds you in his loving arms and guides you through this most difficult journey Our thoughts & Prayers go out to you and your family from one of your extended Maltese families

Our most heartfelt condolences
Karen & Eric

Vanessa Hurley

June 24, 2025

Sending all my love and prayers to you all. The obviously love you all share has been so evident in your posts. You have made so many people in the world happy. I am heartbroken for you at this difficult time

Linda Hall

June 24, 2025

So very sorry for the loss of your son. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family

Kathleen Adams

June 24, 2025

Thank you for sharing Justin with us. I loved your posts showing him and Ally together. Even though I´ve never met ya´ll I feel you are family. I pray for you.

Deborah

June 24, 2025

So sorry for your loss sending our love toy the family xxxx

Janice Hayden

June 24, 2025

I am deeply saddened to have learned of your son´s passing. My heart breaks for you all. May God send his angels of peace and comfort to help you through this painful time. Praying for you all.

Nancy Dean ( Maltese Family)

June 24, 2025

Words can not express the heartbreak I feel for you and your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Prayers that God wraps his loving arms around you both and you find some peace and comfort.

Alan

June 24, 2025

My deepest sympathies go out to you. Please take care. May Justin rest in peace

Jill Rauscher ( Maltese Family )

June 24, 2025

My heart hurts for you both. I cannot fathom the pain parents go through when they lose a child. I pray that our Lord holds you both in his loving, healing arms and carries you through this very difficult journey. I have only met you through our loving pups but, somehow feel close, almost family. Please do not forget the many people who have fallen in love with you...through those precious pups. I know that if there is anything we could do to make this not hurt as bad, you know we all would do it. Be ay peace Justin, and know that you are loved and will be missed. Schnuggle with Ally and Molly and all our puppies that have gone over that bridge. Someday, we again will be together. We love you Richard, Karen and Mandee.

Patty Robinson

June 24, 2025

Dear Karen, Richard and Mandee. I know there aren´t enough words to ease your pain but I know God can, so I pray He will wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you. Your beautiful family will all be reunited one day.

Lisa Wolf (Lincoln mom )

June 24, 2025

My deepest condolences and prayers. I´m so very sorry for your loss of your son Justin. May he rest in peace.

Deena

June 24, 2025

So very sorry for the loss of your sweet son. Praying for comfort and peace at this painful time.

Wanda Taggart

June 24, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Linda Morley

June 24, 2025

My deepest sympathy for Karen and Richard and family who lost their beloved son Justin. Rest in Peace Justin.

Sandra Ziegler

June 24, 2025

My deepest condolences. Sending thoughts and prayers.

Norma Nash

June 24, 2025

We dont have words to express how to comfort you at this very sad time. It was devastating to learn of Justin's untimely passing. Your faith and trust in your heavenly father will carry you through this traumatic experience. Only those who have lost a child will understand what you are facing these days .
Our sincere commiserations,
Your Irish friends , Norma & Robert Nash.

Elaine Waddington

June 24, 2025

So truly sorry for your loss, the heartbreak must be unbearable, only knowing you through our love of Maltese, however it was as if Justin was a Nephew to me. Be comforted knowing he is with our loving Lord.

Janice Henderson

June 24, 2025

Lifting Karen, Richard and Maddie in prayer. Ally will show RJ around heaven and keep him busy with love and walks.
Janice (Maltese family)

Phoenix Lopez

June 24, 2025

Rest in Peace, Justin
I am absolutely heartbroken!
Karen, Richard & Mandee - My heart cries for you. Please know every single person in the iHeartMaltese family love you and are thinking of you. We are with you in spirit. May God continue to have his arms wrapped around you, holding you close, protecting you, guiding you through this time of grief and confusion - keeping you strong, and giving you peace of mind. We love you more than you know. Amen.

Phoenix Lopez
Palm Springs, California

Renee Geay ( maltese family)

June 24, 2025

Prayers for the Withrow family. May God continue to give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Nicole Lemieux

June 24, 2025

Dear Richard, Karen and Mandee, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God´s arms, and guiding light, hold you tight as you grieve this horrible loss. I am certain Justin, in company of Molly and Ally, will be watching over you. A new guardian Angel got his wings. We are thinking of you your friends - Nicole and Henri Lemieux

Shelia Graves

June 24, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Joanne Discala-Middleton

June 24, 2025

Dearest Karen, Richard, and Mandee

My heart hurts for you all. I know Justin loved Mandee and Ally as much as you both do. May the Lord hold you in his loving arms during this challenging time.

Love always,

Joanne Discala
From the Maltese family

Julie Virtue

June 24, 2025

Karen, Richard and Mandee
Nothing can take away the pain of losing a child but remember there are many, many people around the world who have you in their thoughts.
Take care of yourselves in this difficult time.
May God's grace hold you in his arms. Justin is safe with our lord.

Melanie Achaves

June 24, 2025

My deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of Justin. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Pupka (Maltese family)

June 24, 2025

So sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family.

Patricia Delanoy

June 24, 2025

Prayers and love for Justin´s family.

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