of Conway, AR
April 17, 1982 - March 16, 2026
Grant Stuart Southerland, age 43, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. Grant was an Arkansas native, lived in Conway most of his life, with several years in Fayetteville for school and work. Grant was baptized as a youth and loved Jesus. Grant was a graduate of the University of Central Arkansas and a customer service representative for the family auto parts distributing business.
Grant will be greatly missed by his parents, Sam and Teresa Southerland, his brother Allen Southerland, brother Brian Southerland, sister-in-law Laura Southerland, and nephew Sam. He is also survived by beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, friends Ashley Spurlock McCoy, Scott and Christina Cooley, Greg Swain, Sara Wright Jenson and many other wonderful friends.
Grant was predeceased by his Grandparents J.E. and Ellen Southerland of Conway and Glen and Mary Frances Spurlock of Holly Grove. Also predeceased by his aunts, Sharon Burnett of Pleasant Valley and Joan Southerland of Jonesboro, his uncle Steve Lawrence of Brinkley and cousin Derek Miller of Holly Grove.
Grant was an adventurous soul. He loved to travel and loved Music. He twice made month long trips to Europe staying in hostels. He recently made a solo trip to Northern California, visiting 10 states and enjoyed several national parks along the way. Grant played the guitar, piano and other instruments, sang and wrote songs and poetry, started two bands, and saw Bob Dylan in concert 22 times, including 3 times in Europe. His favorite audience and piano playing partner was his nephew Sam.
Grant loved the outdoors. He frequently camped and hiked the Ozarks, floated the Buffalo River, and fly-fished the Kings River. In his youth he played travel soccer and baseball and was a fine first baseman, rarely letting a ball get by him. He also delighted in stealing bases. Grant loved the ocean and played on the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico from Florida to Tulum on the Yucatan Peninsula and the beaches of the Pacific at Acapulco, San Diego, and Maui.
Many of Grant's friends have offered tributes describing Grant as gentle, kind, funny, generous, their true north compass, loved like a brother, one of a kind, made their lives richer, and one of his customers said he was not just a sales rep but a real friend.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 24th, at 2pm with a 1pm visitation at Central Baptist Church in Conway, Arkansas. A Private burial is to follow right after the service.
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38 Condolence(s)
Betsy Newton
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear about Grant. Praying that you and your family will feel God's presence and be comforted in the days ahead.
Casi Fuchs
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
I am very much sorry for your loss. I only met Grant briefly, however his presence most definitely added warmth to the environment. He was very friendly and easy to talk to. I'll keep Grant and all of you guys in my prayers.
Linda Glover
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Teresa and family, my heartfelt condolences to you all at this difficult time of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Samantha Thompson
Monday, March 23, 2026
Your family has been my family going back to Coleman Dairy little league and trips to Magic Springs in the big van. We love you unconditionally and pray for your peace. Grants heart was always in the right place. Fly well my friend.
Debi Avra
Monday, March 23, 2026
Teresa and family, I was so sad to hear about Grant. I can only imagine your sense of loss. I hope you can feel all the love and prayers for peace and comfort coming your way.
Donna Erbach
Monday, March 23, 2026
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Bob Barham
Monday, March 23, 2026
My very deepest sympathy and prayers for this good family. God Bless.
Jack Alexander
Monday, March 23, 2026
Grant was such a pleasure to work with and a genuinely nice person. I am so sorry for your loss and can't adequately express my condolences.
DEWALDON EGNATIUS FRAZIER
Sunday, March 22, 2026
So sorry to see grant leave us, but he lived life to the fullest. He never met a stranger and even through tears job well done!
Shelby Woods
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Sam and Teresa,
So, so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers. Shelby
Danielle Gray
Sunday, March 22, 2026
I remember you being my best friend as a child. I could tell you anything & you were always there to comfort me & tell my secrets to. Made me laugh & never judged me. I wish I had gotten to see you again it's been so long. I hate to hear you're gone but I know never forgotten. Many prayers for your Mom, Dad & family for strength to get thru this. You will be greatly missed.
Heather (DeJarnette) Fitzgerald
Sunday, March 22, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear about Grant's passing. This is truly heartbreaking. He was such a kind, genuine person, and I feel grateful to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and everyone who loved him during this incredibly difficult time. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
Joel Hannah
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Grant was such a great friend. We had many adventures playing baseball, camping, going to concerts and festivals, and just hanging out at each others place. He will be missed. I am so sorry for family's loss. He was one of the good ones.
Sue Lynn Clark
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Grant was a lifelong friend of mine. We were neighbors, classmates, and good friends from the first day we met in 1st grade. I have so many great childhood memories of Sara Wright Jensen, Grant, Phillip Stone, and me on Hilton Dr. My heart goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Sutherland and his brothers Brian and Allen. Everyone that knew him is truly blessed to have encountered his humor, talent, and unique personality. He was one of a kind. We will meet again, I know, on the streets of glory. Until then brother, I know you're jamming with the angels!!!!
LOVE,
LYNN CLARK
Krystal Archer
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Judy Holder Whitehead
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Teresa and family,
I'm just heart broken for you. My prayers are with you in these months to come. Find comfort with your beautiful family and sweet memories of your son.
Terri Jones Ayers
Saturday, March 21, 2026
From the WRC days of finding one of the boys hiding in the office trying to scare me to family reunions when we would both actually get to come, Grant was always joyful to be around. You could tell he loved being with his nephew, Sam. He will be missed. Prayers for you all.
Brian and Mary Smith
Friday, March 20, 2026
Teresa, Sam and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. We had so many wonderful memories playing baseball. Prayers for a peace and comfort as you navigate life without him.
CRAIG W SNEED
Friday, March 20, 2026
Grant was a true friend and will be missed very much. I give my condolence to Sal and THERESA SOUTHERLAND and TRACY says the same thing condolence on the loss of grant.
Derek and Lauren Curry
Friday, March 20, 2026
Sam and Teresa,
We were so sad to hear of Grant's passing. What a beautiful tribute to his life here. We know a little boy who adored him and I know the feeling was mutual. All our love and prayers!
Paula Mcgary
Friday, March 20, 2026
Sincere condolences for your family. I truly enjoyed watching him grow into a fine young man.
Kathy White
Friday, March 20, 2026
Teresa , I am so sorry to hear about Grant. He was so talented and sounds like he loved to travel. May God wrap His arms around you and your precious family in the days ahead
Nancy Southerland Pelletier
Friday, March 20, 2026
I am the daughter of Eural H Southerland. My condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all
Julie B Hill
Friday, March 20, 2026
Sam, Teresa and family. Grant was such a fine, talented young man. He did more in his young life than most people do who live to be old. We are deeply saddened for your loss.
Julie and Bobby Hill
Stephen & Meredith Moix
Friday, March 20, 2026
You will be missed dearly!!!
Thom & Stacy Stuart
Friday, March 20, 2026
Rest easy dear brother.
Tim Tarkington
Friday, March 20, 2026
my our awesome God lay his loving hands upon this family for comfort, Grant is celebrating with our lord and savior.
Kelsey And Tara Groff
Friday, March 20, 2026
We are truly sorry for your loss. Grant was a wonderful and kind soul.
Jerri shastid wedge
Friday, March 20, 2026
So sorry for your loss
Linda Minton Harvell
Friday, March 20, 2026
Teresa and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Love to ALL,
Linda
brandon spurlock
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Sam and Family,
Grant and y'all have been family to me. Grant showed me the ropes to the discount business while running his own store. Never afraid to give advice or even a little grace when we needed it. Grant has always been the best example of friend to me. The good Lord said well done my good and faithful servant but we will sure miss him here. We'll be praying for you all.
Georgia Ross
Thursday, March 19, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Warren & Kathy Miller
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are will you all in this time of loss.
Adam and Nicole Simon
Thursday, March 19, 2026
So sad to hear. Lifting his family in prayer 🙏
Neal and Linda Skipper
Thursday, March 19, 2026
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and in the days ahead. May God's presence bring you comfort and strength. Much love.
Tim Starkey
Thursday, March 19, 2026
sorry for your loss
Terri Matthews Luna
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Sam and family. I'm so saddened to see this obituary. You are in my heart and prayers.
Jan Talbot
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Grant was such a sweet young man. He will be missed by all who knew him. Gone too soon.