Wednesday, December 17, 2025 8:37 am

Robert "Herman" Harper, 84, of Forest City, passed away December 12, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcyle Taylor Harper; his parents, Franklin Alexander Harper and Lela Mae Patterson Harper; and a sister, Shirley Arrowood.

Herman worked for many years at Spindale Mills. He was also a member of Main Street Baptist Church in Spindale.

He is survived by his sons, Regan Harper (Lee Ann), Ivan Harper (Fang), and Marcus Harper (Emily); a brother, Colin Harper; and a sister, Marie Gilbert, three grandchildren Stephanie Blanton, Taylor Harper, and Chelsea Harper as well as three great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held December 16 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Forest City.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com

Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family of Mr. Herman Harper.