Warren Keith Harper's Obituary
Warren Keith Harper, age 55, of Tontitown, Arkansas, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on August 29, 1969, in Washington, D.C., to Alex Harper and Hazel (Chappell) Harper. Warren was the valedictorian of his graduating class at New Boston High School in Texas. He graduated from the University of Arkansas with a master’s degree in electrical engineering. Warren married the love of his life, Kim Moore on July 25, 1992, in Farmington, Arkansas. Then on September 29, 2006, their beloved son Keith was born.
Warren worked in sales for many years offering technology services to businesses. He and Kim operated a very successful Amway business for over 20 years. Warren was a co-owner of Exit Reality Harper Carlton Group brokerage. He served as a Big Brother for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas for over 10 years. Warren and his family received the Big Family of the Year Award in 2017. Warren faithfully ministered as an Elder at Christian Life Cathedral in Fayetteville for years. While there, he became passionate about serving in prisons through the Kairos Prison Ministry.
Warren had a servant heart and enjoyed cooking and serving food when given the chance. He especially loved smoking ribs and chicken. Warren loved to watch and play sports, including basketball and tennis. He coached and mentored his son Keith when he played sports. Warren also enjoyed many walks with the family dogs, Hunter and Hero. However, his biggest accomplishment and pride of life was his son Keith.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Hazel Harper.
Warren is survived by his wife, Kim Harper; son, Keith Harper; brother, Reiner Harper and wife Susan; sister, Yolanda Harper; and his nieces and nephews, Larra, Alexa, Samuel, Landon, Micah, and Morgan.
Warren was also deeply loved by a host of additional family members and friends.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2025, at Christian Life Cathedral in Fayetteville. There will be a visitation from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2025, at Christian Life Cathedral. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kairos Prison Ministry at 100 DeBary Plantation Blvd., DeBary, FL 32713 or at www.kairosprisonministry.org. To leave a tribute, please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are by Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville.
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