John Alan Carson

John Alan Carson passed away Aug. 30, 2016 of natural causes. He was 63 years of age. He was a 33 year resident of Fayetteville. John followed his father in the family business as a hairdresser. He was employed at Johnny Carson's Haircare for the past 25 years. John was preceded in death by his mother, Arleta Carson of Fayetteville. He is survived by his father, Johnny Carson of Fayetteville and a sister, Sandra Carson of Fayetteville. John was the father of two daughters and a son, Shawna J. Carson-King and her husband, Hubert; Shelby L. Carson-Emerson and her husband, Robert, both from Springdale; Jay Raymond from Missoula, Mont.; and three grandchildren, Kennedy Olivia King of Springdale, Hailey Nicole Emerson of Springdale and Karter Wayne Kelso of Hardin, Mont. We will continue to celebrate his life although our hearts will be heavy without his presence. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Cremation arrangements by Beard's Funeral Chapel. Condolences at www.beardsfuneralchapel.com.