Funeral Homes in Ashdown, AR

Facts about Ashdown, Arkansas

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Ashdown (formerly Turkey Flats and Keller) is a city in Little River County, Arkansas. The community was incorporated in 1892 and has been the county seat since 1906. Located within the Arkansas Timberlands between the Little River and the Red River, Ashdown's economy and development have historically been tied to the timber industry, a trend that continues to this day. Ashdown's population at the 2010 census was 4,723, a slight decrease from the 2000 census. The city's well-preserved history and proximity to outdoor recreation such as Millwood State Park draws tourists to the area. Although not within the Texarkana metropolitan area, the city's proximity to Texarkana impacts many areas of life in Ashdown.

Ashdown Obituaries

It was disclosed on December 16th, 2017 that Gerald Keith Aaron passed on in Poteau, Oklahoma.  Aaron was 82 years old and was born in Ashdown, AR.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Gerald Keith's life.

It was noted on December 15th, 2017 that Alma Nemmons perished in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Nemmons was 92 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Alma's life.

It was revealed on December 15th, 2017 that Eddie Lee Sr Northcross passed away in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Northcross was 67 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Eddie Lee Sr's life.

It was disclosed on December 14th, 2017 that Bryan N Ayers perished in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Ayers was 46 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Bryan N's life.

It was reported by Texarkana Gazette on December 12th, 2017 that Kathryn Baldwin (Adams) perished in Dallas, Texas.  Ms. Baldwin was 93 years old and was born in Ashdown, AR.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Kathryn's life.

It was disclosed on December 10th, 2017 that Kathy Adkison (Walraven) perished in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Ms. Adkison was 71 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Kathy's life.

It was noted by Texarkana Gazette on December 8th, 2017 that Glenn Davis "Shug" Brown passed away in Greenville, Texas.  Brown was 46 years old and was born in Ashdown, AR.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Glenn Davis "Shug"'s life.

It was disclosed on December 8th, 2017 that Cathie Hendrick (Russell) died in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Ms. Hendrick was 55 years old and was born in Orange, CA.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Cathie's life.

It was disclosed by Texarkana Gazette on December 8th, 2017 that George Ralfe Jr Pegue passed away in Texarkana, Texas.  Pegue was 67 years old and was born in Ashdown, AR.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor George Ralfe Jr's life.

It was disclosed on December 5th, 2017 that Frances N Williams (Wade) passed away in Ashdown, Arkansas.  Ms. Williams was 85 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Frances N's life.

History

The city is the county seat of Little River County, Arkansas River County.

The town lies among rich, fertile land, ideal for growing cotton, soybeans, rice, Maize wheat, and other crops. Visitors come from all over the tri-state area to watch the official courthouse lighting on Thanksgiving. Ashdown was carved out of parts of Sevier and Hempstead counties in 1867. An election held in 1906 moved the county seat from Foreman, AR to Ashdown. Through the years, this courthouse has undergone many renovations and restorations.