Sybil Hart

Sybil Ruth Rose Hart, MD, Born January 25, 1932 in Flippin, Arkansas to Randolph (Ran) and Dorothy (Keeter) Rose, passed away peacefully at home February 7, 2024 at the age of 92. She is survived by her three children, William Randolph (Ran) Hart, Karon Elizabeth Hart Perkins, Daniel (Dan) Wade and Sara Hart, five grandchildren, Jake and wife Abby Hart, Mallory Hart, Josh Hart, Madelyn Rose (Hart) and Andrew Aldridge, Emily Elizabeth Perkins, and one great-grandchild Aleah Elizabeth Rose Dusenberry. Dr. Hart graduated from Flippin High School in 1949, the University of Arkansas in 1953, and the University of Arkansas Medical School in 1957. She was board certified by the American College of Pathologists, and practiced pathology for over 60 years, during which time she served as the Mississippi County Coroner as well as the Assistant Medical Examiner for the State of Arkansas. Dr. Hart served on the Arkansas Foundation of Medical Care, the Board of Admissions for the University of Arkansas Medical School and was a spokesperson for the Arkansas Medical Society. Before retirement in 2020, she provided oversight services to numerous clinical laboratories across Arkansas. Dr. Hart was an avid Razorback fan her whole life and loved all sports. She played basketball as a Lady Razorback and at one time was offered a contract to play with the first professional women’s basketball team “The All-American Redheads.” She learned to bowl while living above the UArk Bowl in Fayetteville and was asked to join the Women’s Professional Bowling Association league as well, ultimately deciding medical school was a better career choice. Probably more notable than any professional achievements were her many acts of kindness and generosity. She helped countless individuals and families, often covering medical expenses and helping pay for college. She led numerous fund-raising events for St. Jude Children's Hospital and other charities. She was a professional seamstress and used this talent to create clothing for fashion shows in Blytheville, Arkansas to raise money for various organizations. For a time, she also created the costumes worn by the West Junior High majorette team. Dr. Hart’s smile, big heart, compassion, and loving devotion to her family and friends will not be forgotten. A celebration of life event will be held in the future.

Sybil Hart

January 25, 1932 - February 7, 2024