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Batesville Today
By the People, for the People
Batesville Man Christopher Tebbetts Passes Away at 55
Tebbetts was an honor graduate and long-time member of the Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Christopher England Tebbetts, 55, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on February 13, 2026. Tebbetts was an honor graduate of Batesville High School and a long-time member of the Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council. He is survived by his parents, one brother, one sister, and other family members.
Why it matters
Tebbetts' life and work advocating for those with developmental disabilities made a meaningful impact on the Batesville community. His passing is a loss felt by many who knew him and benefited from his service.
The details
Tebbetts was born on August 10, 1970 in Batesville to Terrell and Diane (Ott) Tebbetts. He was an honor graduate of Batesville High School and a long-time member of the Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council. Tebbetts is survived by his parents, one brother, one sister, and other family members. He is preceded in death by his grandparents and two uncles.
- Tebbetts passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026.
- A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
The players
Christopher England Tebbetts
A 55-year-old resident of Batesville, Arkansas who was an honor graduate of Batesville High School and a long-time member of the Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council.
Terrell and Diane Tebbetts
The parents of Christopher Tebbetts.
Gregory Tebbetts
The brother of Christopher Tebbetts.
Nell Tebbetts
The sister of Christopher Tebbetts.
Batesville First United Methodist Church
The church where Christopher Tebbetts' memorial service will be held.
What’s next
The memorial service for Christopher Tebbetts will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Batesville First United Methodist Church.
The takeaway
Christopher Tebbetts' life and advocacy work on behalf of those with developmental disabilities made a lasting impact on the Batesville community. His passing is a loss felt by many who knew him and benefited from his service.
