Obituary

Tara Nicole Goolsby Russell

26 a resident of Colcord, Oklahoma, and a former resident of Lincoln, went to be with her Lord July 27, 2009 at the Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born July 4, 1983 at Fayetteville, Arkansas, the daughter of Zell and Barbara Burrows Goolsby Jr.

She was a member of the New Sulphur Freewill Baptist Church near Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Tara graduated from Lincoln High School in 2001, and obtained her LPN degree.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Zell Goolsby Sr.

Survivors include her husband, Will Russell of the home; two sons, Gavin Russell and Logan Russell both of the home; her father and mother of Lincoln, Arkansas; one brother, Jerry Goolsby and his wife, Christy of Columbia, Missouri; two sisters, Kim Brock and her husband, Chris, of Westville, Oklahoma, and Melissa Hutchens and her husband, Doug of Lincoln, Arkansas; her maternal grandmother, Evelyn Burrows of Summers, Arkansas; her maternal grandfather, Noble Burrows of Natural Dam, Arkansas; her paternal grandmother, Ethel Goolsby of Fayetteville, Arkansas; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins;

Family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.

Funeral Service will be held Thursday, July 30, 2009 - 10:00 A.M. at the New Sulphur Freewill Baptist Church near Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with Glen Faulkner and Randy Burris officiating. Interment will be in the Beaty Cemetery near Lincoln, Arkansas.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The complete obituary may be viewed on the Luginbuel Web Page. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
Funeral Service

10:00 am
New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church near Prairie Grove.
Visitation

6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
East, Row 37, Space 270
General

Jul 4, 1983

Jul 27, 2009

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Tributes

Sorry for your loss .Tara was a very sweet person i've seen her grow up. she will be missed. thanking about you'll and you are in my prayers. Darlene
Darlene Copeland - Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you all and hold your hand and give you comfort in your time of need. You are in our prays.
Terry Hernandez - Friend Of Family
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. So very young and with a young family even makes it harder to understand how this could happen. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and all the days ahead of you through this sadness.
Karen McGowan - Friend Of Jerry
Chris and Kim, we are so terribly sorry to hear about this. Keeping all of you in our prayers.
Pete And Leslie Reed
I can't imagine what your family must be feeling and I'm not really sure what to say but I want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God's comfort, grace and mercy be yours. Tara was a very special person and will be greatly missed.
Deana Lang - Friend Through Work
May God be with you during your time of loss. I will be praying for your family.
Janet Conner - Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, always. May God's love lift you and comfort you during this time of loss. If we can help you in any way, don't hesitate to ask. God bless all of you.
Randal, Dawn & Bradley Villines - Friends Of Family
There are no words to express how much our hearts hurt for your family. Please know that we extend our deepest sympathy and that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Neal And Heather Maddan - Friends
Tara was always an exceptional person with exceptional character. She will be missed. I hope the Lord will take care of the family she left behind. I pray for healing and understanding.
Sarah Long-Hutchinson - Friend From High School
I have enjoyed getting to know Tara more over the last couple of years that she has worked in Siloam. To the family, we are so sorry for your loss. She was a kind person and we will miss her.
Kevin & Joey Cox - Friend
Jr. and Barbara, there are no words to express how much our hearts hurt for you. Please know that we extend our deepest sympathy and that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you during this time. We love you!
Greig And Diana Caswell - Friends Of The Goolsby Family
Tara was the Head Nurse of our clinic, and was the kindest selfless person we know. She will be greatly missed by all, and forever be in our family. Our hearts go out to all her family.
Quickcare Medical Clinic - Co-Workers And Dr. Lewis
Barbara and Jr., I am SO sorry for the loss of Tara. I can't imagine the pain and the empty hole that is left in your heart. Even though I haven't got to see Tara in a few years I still miss her and I have cheerished every memory of when we were younger. Your family will be in my prayers.
Amy Caswell-Ellis - Friend Of Tara's
Words can not express what we all feel. But know that we will always love and miss Tara. We will also always love you all. The Buddy Curtis Family
Blendia Curtis - Friend Of Family
Tara was a wonderful nurse who always went out of her way to take care of me. She was sweet, funny, caring, and compassionate. I will always be grateful for the kindness she showed me. She will be missed.
Marsha George - Patient
Tara you will be missed by so many people. I know you helped to shape my life and i am a better person from knowing you.
Jami Ward - Friend
Im very sorry for your loss. I thought so much of Tara she's got a very special place in my heart and always will. May god be with you, my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone one of you....Love
Nikki Van Poucke - Beloved Friend
Nikki Van Poucke - Beloved Friend & Co-Worker
I am so sorry for the loss of sweet Tara at such a young age. I am going to miss her.... you all are in my thoughts and in my prayers!
Tracie Hartwell- Ashley - Friend Of The Family
Ed Marshall - World History Teacher
Jr, Barbara and Family--We are so sorry to hear of your loss--Tara was a wonderful lady--she always had a smile on her face--we remember her coming to house and watching Tyler for us--playing with him when she would ratter be doing something else--she was a wonderful young lady and a great mom--We are only saying Good Night for we have the hope that we will see Tara again--May God be with each one of you during this time--Our Love and Prayers are with you.
Tim, Stephanie And Tyler Whorton - Neighbor
I was very saddened to hear the news about Tara. She was a very kind and loving person and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Andrea Wood - Friend From High School
Tara was a kind and loving person and she will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Andrea Wood - Friend From High School
Mr. and Mrs. Goolsby, Kim, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for peace and comfort for your families. Please know you are in my thoughts. I know it has been many years since we have seen each other, hope to talk to you soon. God bless you all, Angela
Angela McMurry Scott - Family Friend
I'm so sorry for your loss. Tara was the sweetiest, caring person I ever know. She was a wonderful friend and a co-worker. She always gonna has a special place in my heart
Lisseth Franco - Friend & Co-Worker
Tara was always had a smile when ever I saw. She had a very sweet, fun personality. I know, my brother Chris, always felt towards her like a little sister. When Lex was a baby, the day they brought him home, she was so taken with him. You could tell she thought he was quite something. We will always remember your little Firecracker girl.
Gerald, Johnna & Tandy Kidd - Friend, Family In-Law
Tara was a wonderful, caring person. She will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bud, Libby, And The Crew At Tec Staffing Services - Friends Through Work
Our family will miss Tara deeply. She was a very caring, loving person and a fantastic nurse. May God provide you comfort now and for the time to come. Love & prayers, Saundra, Steve, Kourtney & Kyle Cooksey
Saundra Cooksey - Friend Through Work
Tara was such a sweet, compassionate person, always wearing smile. It was a pleasure to have had the opportunity to work with her. My heart goes out to you. May God help you through this difficult time, and may you find peace in the love and memories you shared. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eva Roberts - Friend Through Work
I will miss Tara so very much. She was a great friend and always brought people up when they were down. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Amber Lancaster-Lunschen
Will miss Tara
Lance Hauth - Friend
Tara was awsome, God Bless Tara and her family.
Randy Fitzgerald - Great Friend
I am so sorry for your loss.
Majesta Carrier
Tara was a very compasionate and dedicated person. She spoke often of her children which she loved with all her heart. My deepest sympathy for the family. My heart aches for you and I will keep you in my prayers.
Connie Watt - Co-Worker At Eagle Creek
We're truly sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Mike And Rami Hutchens - Friend Of Family
Its Kyle and Tara was the only one that i wanted to give me my shots.
The Cooksey Family - Family Nurse
Tara was a very good friend to me. She listened when I needed someone to talk to and I also use to watch her children, Logy and Gavin. Love them very much. Much love, Amber
Amber Ward (kirby) - Friend & Cousin
Tara always had a big smile and had a happy nature about her. She was a great nurse and made it easier for everyone to go to the dr. She'll be greatly missed. Your family will be in our prayers.
Marilyn Qualls & Joan Kuelbs - Patients
I was so saddened to learn of your loss she was truly a good person May God Bless You All and be with you always
Missie Trentham - Friend Of Family
Our hearts go out to you.Our prayers will be with all the family asking that God strengthen you in your time of need.
Shirley & Bobby Jack Spears
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tara always went the extra mile for everyone she knew, she will not be forgotten but remembered for being the beautiful person she turned into.
Crystal Jones - Friend From Quick Care Medical Clinic
There are no words that can express the loss of a sweet and kind person. I am glad I knew Tara. My God be with her family and heal the hole that has been left in their hearts. My prayers go out to her family.
Jenny Thomas - Friend
So sorry to hear about Tara's passing. May each of you find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers.
Bryan Maloney - Friend
Barbara & Jr.- I was so saddened by the news of your loss. My prayers & thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. I pray you will find peace & comfort.
Rebecca (nall) Drake & Family - Church/friend
Delana And Matt Watson - Friend
Ken And Sharon Davis - Family Friend
We will miss Tara greatly. We hope that you are comforted by our loving Savior through this difficult time. We will cherish every happy memory of the times our famlies spent together. All our love and prayers. The Graggs.
Rick, Lisa, Savanna, And Darrick Gragg - Friend
Jr. & Barbara, Jerry, Kim and Melissa: I remember when I first met your family through Jerry -- I knew immediately he was a boy who cherished every one of his sisters. I was completely fascinated with how someone his age could have a sister so much younger -- she was 3 or 4 then -- and I was captivated by her (even though she did give me the chicken pox when she was in kindergarden and I was in college!) I do remember some joshing about how much "easier" she had it after Kim and Melissa paved the way and a lot of general sibling fun -- but mostly I remember that every person Tara encountered was captivated by her. I know she was adored by all of you and so many more. I hadn't seen her in a long time, but I knew a little of her growing up, through my parents. I never doubted she was making you proud of her, and I was happy to hear she was married and raising her own family. It came as a shock to hear of your loss, and it broke my heart today. I looked at all of the pictures on your site, and she just grew up so beautiful. I am praying for all of you to find some peace, and to be able to enjoy the legacy she has left you, in her spirit, and in her family. I am so sorry for your loss. Dad sends his wishes as well, we are thinking of you. -- Tonia
Tonia Acker - Friend
Ukiah U. Hawkins
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tara's family. Tara was the most compassionate person I have ever met. She always went that extra mile to help people know matter what else she needed to be doing. She will forever be in my heart. God Bless you all
Michelle Ryan - Co-Worker
You have all been in my thoughts and prayers over the last few days. I am so sorry this has happened. I want you to know that all memories I have of Tara are good memories. I will continue to pray for you all. I loved Tara and I love you Jr. and Barbara!
Whitney Maddan Walker - Friend Of Tara
So sorry you have to experience this kind of loss Jr and Barbara, Kim, Melissa and Jerry and rest of family. Please, please call if I can help with anything! We are praying for God to comfort you.
Brenda Maddan - Friend For A Long Time
A young lady that I fell in love with as soon as I met her. Introduced her to my son and 3 months later she became my daugther-in- law. I loved Tara for her beauty, intelligence, and energy. I will miss you my friend, for you were my friend way before you became my Daugther-in-law. Thanks for everything!-------------Mom/Anita.
Anita L Dick Russell - Mother-In-Law
Barbara and Jr., I am terribly sorry to hear about what has happend. You were always a nice family, I wish you didn't have to go through this. You are in my familys prayers.
Kelly McJunkin - Friend
Thoughs and prayers are with the family.
Ed And Janice Paine - Friends
I was deeply saddened by the news of Tara's passing. She was a very caring and just overall Awesome person. She will be grealty missed by all. I will keep her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kari Milam-Files - High School Friend
So sorry to hear of your loss. My our loving Father in heaven grant your hearts peace in this time of great sorrow.
Jean (goolsby) Foshe - Cousin
Have just gotten home from vacation and heard about Tara. I am so sorry for your loss. There is no words that can bring comfort to you but I am praying for you. So sorry, Mary
Mary Freeman - Friend
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. We only knew Tara as a little girl, full of golden promise...
Carla Butler - Neighbor
Our thoughts and prays are with all your family. God Bless You All.
Jim And Patti Stickler
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Tara. I know that your heart is aching now. I will pray for the comfort that only God can give.
Lee Ann Seideman - Friend Of Kim
Dear Goolsby family, Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this tremendous loss! I have very fond memories of your family growing up. God's strength is perfect when our strength is gone. Love,Deanna
Deanna London Spears
Tara was truly an Angel. Always had a smile for everyone. I am so glad to say I knew her for the short time I did. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you and keep you strong for the babies.
Stephanie Grant - Nursing School Mate, Willy's Cousin
sorry to hear about your lost
Bonnie Morrison - Aunt - Law
Tara and I met while doing flu shots at school. She was so easy to work with and was always willing to go the extra mile to help a child. I loved calling the clinic and hearing her voice on the other line. We shared a love for children and I could always count on her to see a sick child, even if it was 5:00pm and it was time to close up for the day. Her smile, and soft, loving voice would comfort those in need. I miss her so much and wonder how I'll get through the school year without her. My son remembers her studying at the front desk while answering the phone, seeing patients, and managing the front desk. She was a great asset to the medical community and I will dearly miss her.
Tina Huddleston - Worked Together In Community Health
i want to say that she will be missed..i just heard about it recently. i was in total shock to hear...i am sorry for your loss...she was a great friend in high school. i wish we kept in touch throughout the years. she called from work one day on business expecting to get someone else and we figured out who we was..we laughed about it..i told her to keep my number and text me sometime. we thought that was ironic..but she was a sweet caring person when i knew her from school. prayers out to the family with love and God Bless, donna francis dersam
Donna Dersam - High School Friends
Funeral Service

10:00 am
New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church near Prairie Grove.
Visitation

6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
East, Row 37, Space 270
General

Jul 4, 1983

Jul 27, 2009

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