Ronald Calhoun

Ron was preceded in death by parents: Woodrow & Clara Calhoun of Conroe, Texas; and his daughter, Whitney Renee Marsh of Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Ron is survived by his wife, Gaylene Calhoun of Fort Smith; sister Carolyn Reeves and husband Jim Reeves of Richmond, Texas; sons Barrett Calhoun and Clayton Calhoun, both of Fort Smith; step-sons Callans Flanagan of Charleston and Blake Flanagan of Fort Smith; stepdaughters: Melanie Bohlman and husband Jim Bohlman, Stephanie Eoff Surber and husband Heath Surber, and Kimberly Morgan, son-in-law Michael Marsh; grandchildren Madison Marsh, Heidi Marsh, Clayton Bryce Calhoun, Cash Andrew Calhoun, Nick Marsh, Chris Marsh, Sarah Marsh, Alex Morgan, Brayden Morgan, Ana Kate Bohlman and Madeline Bohlman.

Ron was a graduate of St. Thomas Catholic All Boys High School in Houston, Texas. Ron and Gaylene met in Fort Smith, marrying in 2014. Ron recently transitioned into retirement and looked forward to traveling, spending time with his family and relaxation at his lake house. Ron was a pillar of the real estate and broker community for the past 47 years, receiving many awards and recognitions. Ron was the founder and owner of Ron Calhoun & Associates, which later merged with Keller-Williams Platinum Realty, as well as Western Arkansas Title Services. Prior to real estate, Ron being an avid entrepreneur, also owned several health clubs in Arkansas and Mississippi. Ron was the “Master of the Deal”.

One of Ron’s greatest passions was honoring the legacy of his daughter, Whitney, who preceded him in death. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Whitney Marsh Foundation at WhitneysRace.org.

Visitation to be held Tuesday, November 21st from 5-7 pm at Edwards Funeral Home, located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Funeral services to be held Wednesday, November 22nd at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Interment to follow at The Garden of Memories, located in Charleston, Arkansas.

Pallbearers: Steve Echols, Michael Marsh, James E. Kelly, III, Barrett Calhoun, Clayton Calhoun, Callans Flanagan.

Honorary Pallbearers: Charles Liggett, Sr., Ronnie Koudelka.