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Qualls-Batesville Funeral Service - BatesvilleWilliam Tharp Obituary
William Lee Tharp, also known as “Bo,” age 59, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Batesville. He was born January 24, 1967 in Batesville to Andy and Loyta Tharp. He was a member of the Oak Hill Pentecostal Church. Bo enjoyed playing lottery tickets, and poker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one niece, Nakisha Easter, one nephew, James Allen Harris Jr.; and one great niece, Loretta Coffman.
He is survived by three sisters, Polly Sanders, Marty Easter and Sharon Harris; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery with Kenny Tharp officiating.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the cemetery.
Arrangements are by Qualls Funeral Homes.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Highway 69, Cushman, AR 72526
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