Jerry Lee Pruitt
Nov 22, 2024
Jerry Lee Pruitt, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 22, 2024. He was born in Searcy, Arkansas to O.C. (Sam) and Norma Rodgers Pruitt on September 2, 1947. After the death of his father, he was raised by his uncle T. L. Pruitt. He proudly served in the U. S. Air Force as Military Police...
Franklin Thurman Spencer
Apr 25, 2025
Franklin Thurman Spencer, affectionately known as “Hank” by his buddies, was born on September 6, 1947, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to both his family and his profession.
Frank's educational journey began at Fort Smith Northside High School, from which he graduated...
Joyce Charlene Bridges
May 7, 2025
Joyce Charlene Bridges, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted friend, passed away on May 7, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on July 19, 1939, in Fisk, Missouri, Joyce lived a life enriched with love, family, and dedicated service to her community.
Joyce's career as a substitute teacher transitioned into a cherished role as the in-school suspension teacher, where...
Bobbilyn Gay Mitchell
May 6, 2025
Bobbilyn Mitchell, 85 of North Little Rock was born April 23, 1940 and passed away May 6, 2025. Extended obituary will be posted as soon as available. Please check back.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street, North Little Rock,...
Karen Gaston
May 5, 2025
Karen Gaston, passed away on May 5, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, at the age of 61. Born on April 5, 1964, in Muncie, Indiana, Karen dedicated her life to helping others. Her warm-hearted nature and caregiving spirit endeared her to countless individuals throughout her career, making a lasting impact on those she served.
Karen was a proud and devoted grandmother,...
Melvin "Van" Lowe, Jr.
May 3, 2025
Melvin (Van) Lowe, Jr., 87, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025 after a fall and brief hospital stay. Van was born January 24, 1938 in Little Rock to Melvin and Sybil Lowe. Van grew up in North Little Rock and graduated North Little Rock High School in 1956. He retired from Union Pacific Railroad in 1999...
Minnie "Lorene" Weise
May 3, 2025
Minnie “Lorene” Weise, 93, passed to heaven, May 3, 2025. She was born to James and Melissa Cash on Cash Mountain, Saline County, Arkansas. She had 14 siblings. Lorene was married to Oswald Weise Jr. (deceased) for 65 years. She is survived by her daughters: Brenda Wright (Eddie), of Jacksonville, Illinois, Sandra Van Horn (Johnny) of Dardanelle, Arkansas, Jo Nutt...
Doris Galloway
May 2, 2025
Doris loved life and was a beloved wife to T.Z., mother of three, Linda Matthaei and husband, Rudy, Mark Galloway and wife, Sherry and Jan Galloway and husband, Ron. So proudly loved 9 grandchildren, Shawn Galloway and Mandy Geltemeyer; Anna Speier and Eric, Esther, Nathan and Stefan Matthaei, J.A. and Brad Vacca; along with 11 great grandchildren and so many...
Shirley Hammett
May 2, 2025
Shirley Hammett, 88, of Greers Ferry, Arkansas, passed away May 2, 2025.
Visitation will be 12:00-1:00 p.m. Monday, May 12, 2025, at Shiloh Crossroads Church. Graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Shiloh Crossroads Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe, Arkansas.
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Sarah Lea Daily Connell
May 2, 2025
Sarah Lea Daily Connell, age 85 of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed way peacefully on May 2nd , 2025. She was born on December 14, 1939, in Donaldson, Arkansas, to Robert “Bob” Lee Daily and Pauline Virginia West Daily. She entered the world with the help of Dr. Barrier and midwife Mrs. Ruby Fuller Rhodes.
Sarah began school at Donaldson Elementary and graduated...
Gary Lynn Eubank
May 2, 2025
Gary Lynn Eubank of Bryant passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2025, at the age of 74.
Gary was born in North Little Rock on Nov. 16, 1950, to Pauline (Tomlin) and Clyde Eubank. After graduating from North Little Rock High School, Gary began a decades-long career as a master electrician, displaying a strong work ethic that served as an inspiration...
Cynthia Lee Crow
May 1, 2025
Born in Lodi, California on August 21, 1946 to Lloyd and Violet Brown. She was called home on May 1, 2025 at the age of 78 in Hot springs, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her father Lloyd Garfield Brown, Violet and step father Norman McDonald, her sisters Joy Shaffer and BJ Holm. She is survived by her loving...
James R. Wilder
May 1, 2025
James "Hacksaw" Wilder, age 80, of Amity passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025. He was born September 1, 1944 in Amity, Arkansas to the late Dan Russell and Nellie Edith (Newton) Wilder. Hacksaw enjoyed working on cars and building motorcycles. He was a great horse trader. However, Hacksaw's favorite hobby was holding down the couch and piddling in his shop....
Tony Brockinton
May 1, 2025
Tony Lee Brockinton, 68, of Sherwood, Arkansas, was born on August 8, 1956, in Little Rock to Edna and Leroy Brockinton. He passed away on the night of May 1st, 2025. Tony was one of a kind. He was the kind of man who knew how to fix just about anything, who could spot a good deal from a mile...
Dr. Joe David Daugherty
May 1, 2025
Joe David Daugherty, M.D., 82, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away on May 1, 2025. A dedicated physician, passionate adventurer, and lifelong learner, Joe was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Anita Ward Daugherty; his daughter, Holly Warren (Dave); his son, David Eric Daugherty (Amanda); and his granddaughter, Lily Elizabeth Warren....
Dennis Randolph Brant
May 1, 2025
Dennis. R. Brant, 82, of North Little Rock died Thursday after a 25-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born Nov. 17, 1942, in Sebastian County to Flossie (Perkins) and Boyd R. Brant. The family lived in Van Buren until around 1950 when they moved to Illinois with the railroad before settling in North Little Rock in 1958.
Dennis was a...
Timmy Joe Pate
May 1, 2025
Timmy Joe Pate, age 62, of Mountain Pine, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
He was born on May 26, 1962, in Murfreesboro. He was the son of Jack Pate and Alline Kizer. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his stepfather, Archie Parker.
Timmy worked for many years as a carpenter for TJ's Carpentry. He loved being part...
John Niels Hansen Sr.
Apr 30, 2025
John Niels Hansen Sr., a beloved member of the community, known for his warm spirit and multifaceted contributions to his community, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Pearcy, Arkansas. Born on May 6, 1939, in La Junta, Colorado, John lived a life rich in experience, creativity, and love for his family.
Throughout his career, John was a dedicated machinist and...
Suzanne Ellen Tanner
Apr 30, 2025
Suzanne Ellen Tanner of North Little Rock, Arkansas died April 30, 2025 of natural causes at her home. She was 61.
Suzanne was born August 15,1963 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Homer and Hope Tanner. She is survived by numerous loyal friends including David Boyd and Cathy Brown, as well as numerous cousins including Tricia Griffith Darby and Stephanie...