All Obituaries
Jesse Bevis Ramsey
Jul 23, 2026
Jesse Bevis Ramsey, known affectionally by everyone as “Babe”, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at the age of 91. His legacy lives on through the miles of roads he helped build across Arkansas and countless laughs he shared with everyone who worked with him.
He was born on May 23, 1935, to Bill and Mattie (Dooley) Ramsey in Alf,...
James Dean Askins
Jul 23, 2026
On July 23, we lost a true friend, gentle man, and sweet soul as James Dean (“Jim”) Askins passed away after a brief illness. He was born on September 10,1949.
After graduating from McClellan High School in 1967, he attended Southern State University (Now Southern Arkansas University) and earned a BBA in business. He pursued his career working as a litigation...
Betty Jean Hancock Watson
Jul 23, 2026
Betty Jean Hancock Watson age 83, was born January 11th 1943, to Elmer and Bessie Hancock of Rosboro, Arkansas.
Betty went to be with her Lord and savior on July 23rd 2026. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald Hursel Watson who she wed in 1963, and her older brother Charles Ray Hancock of Ruston, Louisiana. She...
Shirlene Alice Lay
Jul 22, 2026
Shirlene Alice Lay, 85, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home on July 22nd, 2026, surrounded by love. She spent her final moments with her devoted daughter, Vicki, and family friend, Brie, at her bedside.
Born on July 2nd, 1941, in Royal, Arkansas, to Grover and Doris Tuberville. Shirlene lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion...
Timothy Lee Hodges, Sr.
Jul 22, 2026
Timothy Lee Hodges, Sr., of Bismarck, Arkansas, passed away peacefully July 22, 2026 at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas, surrounded by loved ones. Tim leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Tim was born on June 25, 1962 in Hot Springs, Arkansas...
Arthur O'Neal Thomas
Jul 22, 2026
Arthur O'Neal Thomas, 81, of Little Rock passed away July 22, 2026.
Visitation is 6:00-8:00 PM, Friday, July 31, 2026 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service is 10:00 AM Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Funeral Home with burial to follow at Ivy Chapel Cemetery.
Extended obituary will be posted once available.
Smith North Little Rock Funeral...
Larry Dale Wright
Jul 21, 2026
Larry D. Wright, age 74, of Glenwood, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. He was born July 12, 1952, in Amity, Arkansas, to the late Andy and Opal Jane (Howell) Wright.
Larry was a graduate of Amity High School and attended Henderson State University on an Art Scholarship. He was a man of many talents,...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Lea Olivo
Jul 20, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Lea Olivo, 45, of Little Rock, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2026. She was born on November 16, 1980, in Little Rock, to Robert Olivo and Phyllis Davidson.
Jackie is preceded in death by her father, Robert Olivo; son, Colton Wayne Harris; and grandparents, Leroy and Maxine Allen, as well as Louis and Marion...
Kevin Eric Tucker
Jul 20, 2026
Kevin Eric Tucker of Glen Rose, Arkansas, passed away on July 20, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on December 14, 1966 in Benton, Arkansas. Kevin was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Tucker, and is survived by his mother, Doris Tucker.
Kevin is survived by his daughters: Chasity Tucker, Haley Harris and husband, Daniel, and Summer...
Karen Gail Utley
Jul 20, 2026
Karen Gail Robinson Utley, a woman of unfaltering Christian faith, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. She was an incredible role model, demonstrating unmeasurable levels of love, care, service, and devotion to her family along with everyone she knew and everything she did.
Gail was born October 13, 1938 to Leslie and Bernice Robinson in Little Rock, Arkansas. She spent...
Brenda Edwards
Jul 19, 2026
Brenda Sue Edwards was born on July 26, 1945, in Searcy, Arkansas, and passed away peacefully in her hometown on July 19, 2026, just shy of her 81st birthday.
Married to her devoted husband, Carl Edwards, since 1978, they shared a lifetime of beautiful memories together.
She lived her life like her favorite stories—filled with adventure, sunshine, and deep curiosity. An avid...
Wanda Lou Boardman
Jul 19, 2026
Wanda Lou Boardman, 83, of Bryant, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on July 19, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1942, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late M.L. and Cleo (Cureton) Brod.
Wanda dedicated many years of her career to Blue Cross Blue Shield, where she worked as an Insurance Supervisor. While she took pride in her...
Charles "Wayne" Wilkins
Jul 19, 2026
Charles “Wayne” Wilkins, age 80, of Sparkman passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026. He was born March 22, 1946 in Sparkman, Arkansas to the late John D. and Ruby B. (Williams) Wilkins. Wayne enjoyed hunting, fishing, and building bird houses. He had a long career in the cable and fiberoptics industry. Wayne was a member of First Baptist Church of...
Ileane Annette Tucker
Jul 18, 2026
Ileane Annette Harrison Tucker, age 87, went peacefully in her home on 7/18/26.
She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Thelma Harrison and Reno Ghidotti on 9/30/1938. She also lovingly knew Dale Allen as her dad for most of her life.
Ileane was preceded in death by her grandparents, Glen and Lillian Harrison, who raised her for many years and played...
Betty J Reed
Jul 18, 2026
Betty Jean (Wiser) Reed, passed peacefully surrounded by the love of her family July 18, 2026. Born on October 5, 1930, in Danville, Arkansas, Betty was the daughter of Porter Hulon Wiser and Ratha O. (Rogers) Wiser.Betty was raised on her family’s farm in Danville and was one of eleven children. She often spoke fondly of her childhood, the simple...
William H. "Bill" Brown, Jr.
Jul 18, 2026
William H. "Bill" Brown, Jr., 79, of Alexander, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Born on June 11, 1947, to William H. "Bill" Brown, Sr. and Kathryn Anna Helmbeck Brown, Bill lived a life of faith, honor, service, and devotion to his family. A 1965 graduate of Sylvan Hills High School, he dedicated 40 years to the United...
Janice Kay Guffey
Jul 18, 2026
Janice Kay Guffey ‘Grammy’, 78, of Perryville, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2026. She was born on April 23, 1948, in Grenada, Mississippi, to the late Ralph Eli Cartledge and Mary Edith (McCluskey) Cartledge-Thompson.
Grammy lived a life rooted in faith, love and family. A faithful member of the Assembly of God, she loved the...
Michelle Denise Dukes
Jul 17, 2026
Michelle Denise Dukes, age 61, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on July 17, 2026.
Born on August 10, 1964, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, Michelle was the beloved daughter of Donnie Howard and Bertha Howard Orrick. She lived a life rooted in faith, family, and unconditional love, touching the hearts of all who knew her.
Michelle was preceded in death by her beloved...
Christopher "Pop" Paul Blake
Jul 17, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Blake, who passed away on July 17, 2026, at the age of 57.
Born and raised in North Little Rock, Arkansas, Chris was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, cherished son, respected coach, trusted friend, and a pillar of his community. He lived a life centered on family,...
Jack William Bennett
Jul 17, 2026
Jack William Bennett, born on July 3, 1947, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on July 17, 2026, in his hometown.
Jack's legacy was one of honor. His years of service in the Navy and his later career managing several rental properties speak to the determination on which he built his life.
A graveside service will take place at a later date...
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