Gala Diane Hughart, age 64, of Walnut Ridge, died and went to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 after fighting a courageous thirteen-month-long battle with heart failure. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Arthur Junior (A.J.) and Dorothy Lucille (Redding) Hamilton on November 5, 1958.

To know Gala was to love her. She was the life of the party. Even during her months-long illness, she magnanimously lived life with a smile and clung tightly to her Christian faith. Gala was a number of things throughout her life to a myriad of people: a talented pianist and vocalist; a caring pastor's wife to the congregation of First Assembly of God in Walnut Ridge; a loyal and funny friend; a responsible and thoughtful daughter; a loving and supportive mother; and a kind and precious wife. Gala's legacy of warmth and joy will continue for those who loved and were loved by her.

Gala was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Dale Hughart, of the home; a daughter, Aubree Hughart-Thomas and son-in-law, John Thomas, of Springdale; parents-in-law, William and Patty Hughart of Searcy; her best friend, Deane Jones, of Huntsville, Alabama; and a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

The Hugharts will receive friends and family from 12-2 p.m. on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Cox Funeral Home in Walnut Ridge. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Carl Blankenship officiating. Gala's burial will be private. All arrangements are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home in Walnut Ridge.