Willa Jean Ralston

of Gassville, AR

April 1, 1934 - January 29, 2026

Mrs. Willa Jean Ralston, 91, of Gassville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Willa Jean was born on April 1, 1934, in Gassville, to the late Rex and Della (Young) Reed. A lifelong resident of the community she cherished, she lived a life rooted in faith, family, and quiet devotion.

On October 9, 1952, Willa Jean was united in marriage to her beloved husband, Wayne Ralston. Together they shared 73 years of marriage a testament to steadfast love, partnership, and commitment. Willa Jean found great joy in making a home for her family. She was a devoted homemaker who took pride in caring for those she loved and welcomed others with warmth and grace.

She enjoyed gardening and reading, and she worked faithfully alongside Wayne on the family farm, helping tend the cattle each one given a name, just as lovingly as family. Home was her favorite place to be, and time spent with her family was her greatest treasure.

Willa Jean is survived by her loving husband, Wayne Ralston; one daughter, Terrie Shipman (Randy); three grandchildren, Mikala King, Valerie Dehn, and Lucas Hickman (Hanna); six great-grandchildren, Jackson, Natalie, Walker, Emaline, Thad, and Cedar; son-in-law, Bill Hickman, and a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Paula Hickman; and one brother, Bobby Lee Reed.

Willa Jean Ralston will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her unwavering devotion to family, and a life well lived in quiet grace. Her legacy of love will continue in the hearts of all who knew her.

Visitation will be held at Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church, Friday, February 6th from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm with funeral services beginning at 2:00, with Pastor Randy Shipman and Pastor Lucas Hickman officiating, burial to follow at Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery.

Service Information
Visitation
Visitation
Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church
512 County Road 9
Gassville,  AR 72635
2/6/2026 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Service
Funeral
Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church
512 County Road 9
Gassville,  AR 72635
2/6/2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Cemetery/Interment
Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery
County Road 513
Gassville, AR 72635

Memorial Contributions
Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery Fund
23 Marler Ln
Gassville, AR 72635
Hospice of the Ozarks- Hospice House
701 Burnett Drive
Mountain Home, AR 72653


Obituary Provided By:
Roller Funeral Home
Highway 5 North
Mountain Home, AR  72654
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com