Raylan James Whitmire, age 4, of Austin, passed from this life Sunday, October 4, 2026. Raylan was born March 10, 2022 in Little Rock to Chase and Kayla Whitmire. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Carolyn and Roy Davis, Johnny and Judy Whitmire and Richard Keesee. Raylan is survived by his parents, Chase and Kayla Whitmire; his grandparents, Michael and Rachel Ellis, Johnny and Lorinda Whitmire, Sherry Davis; his great-grandparents, Rosemary Keesee, Jerry and Pauline Laurent, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other extended family.

Raylan brought an incredible amount of happiness, laughter, and light into our lives from his very first day. Though his time here on earth was far too short, his bright smile, infectious giggle, and boundless curiosity left a lifelong mark on everyone who knew him. His favorite song was “Happy Moon” by Danny Go and he is truly our happy moon, shining so bright. He will be deeply missed and will be kept in our hearts for eternity. We love you Raylan, forever.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home with interment to follow at Apple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at prior to the service. Arrangements by Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, 501-843-5816.