Joan Marie Dupree

Joan Marie Dupree, 54, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away October 24, 2026 at White River Medical Center. She was born February 16, 1972 in Marked Tree, Arkansas to Phyllis and Kenneth Coats. Joan was incredibly hardworking and spent her life ensuring that those around her were cared for and happy. She was the kind of person who would truly give someone the shirt off her back without a second thought, and she fiercely believed in never giving up on anyone. From her younger years onward, she was known as a dependable and helpful friend that anyone could count on in their time of need. To her children, she was simply the most amazing mother anyone could ever ask for, providing a bedrock of love, strength, and unwavering support. Joan’s greatest joy was her kids and family. She was known for her fun, outgoing personality, and her unique ability to make every single holiday or occasion memorable for her loved ones. She found peace and joy in surrounding herself with loved ones. Joan loved cooking for those she cared about and loved to love, loved visiting casinos, and she brought life and warmth to everything she did.

She was woman of deep faith, Joan filled her home and heart with music, including Christian Rock, Country Music, and Traditional Hymns. She believed in God and found comfort in reading her Bible. When she was younger, she dedicated much of her time to the church, serving as a pillar of the congregation and sharing her love for God as a Sunday School teacher. She truly loved the Lord and found immense joy in using her voice to sing songs to open the church services, lifting the spirits of everyone in attendance. She is now with the Lord watching every single one of us today.

She was preceded in death by her son, Alex Dupree; her nephew, Bryan Osborn; and Louise Plunk.

She is survived by her husband, Mark Dupree; her daughter, Jennifer Long; her beloved granddaughters, Mary Long and Gwendolyn Dupree; her grandson, Alexander Dupree; her parents, Phyllis and Kenneth Coats; her sister, Caroyln Osborn; and her niece, Kimberly McKay.

Memorial services will be at a later date.

Arrangements are by Qualls Funeral Homes.