Texarkana Obituaries

Ellen Barnett

She was known for her generous spirit, her love of storytelling, and her unwavering support for those around her.

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May 5, 1943 – October 10, 2026

She was known for her generous spirit, her love of storytelling, and her unwavering support for those around her.

W. Ellen Sanders Frost Owen Barnett, 83, left this world on October 10, 2026. Born in Fouke, Arkansas on May 5, 1943. Ellen was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and warmth.

She was preceded by her sons Robert and Roger, her siblings and her husbands David Owen and William Barnett.

Ellen’s life was marked by her dedication to family and friends. She was known for her generous spirit, her love of storytelling, and her unwavering support for those around her. She never met a stranger.

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She is survived by her son Curtis Frost and his with Cindy of Whitewright, TX, 8 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren; many nephews, nieces, and cousins; and a wide circle of friends; who will miss her dearly.

A celebration of Ellen’s life will be held on Monday, October 19 at 10:00 AM at the Texarkana Funeral Home on Texas Boulevard with the visitation being held there on Sunday, October 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. She will be buried at Holly Springs Cemetery in Fouke, Arkansas.

Ellen’s legacy of love and compassion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Courtesy of Texarkana Funeral Home.

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