He was born May 5, 1933 in Pemiscot County, MO., to the late John and Myrtle McCool Ahart.
He married Patricia Davis Ahart in Desoto County, MS., who preceded him in death on January 9, 2018.
He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and served in the National Guard for eight years.
Survivors include: one daughter, Vickie Ahart of Sikeston, MO., one brother, John Ahart of Ohio and one grandson, Zack Ahart of Siekston, MO.
In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by one brother, Kenneth Ahart and one sister, Daisey Mae Ahart.
A service will be held at a later date.
On line condolences may be sent to www.nunneleefuneralchapel.com