All Obituaries
Jerry Hayden Crabtree
Apr 30, 2026
Jerry Hayden Crabtree, 60, of Bauxite Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2026, surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous battle with prostate cancer.
Jerry was born on July 13, 1965, in Batesville, Arkansas, to O.D. and Jane Crabtree.
He was the devoted husband, soulmate, and best friend of Brandi Crabtree for 20 beautiful years.
She has been...
Patricia Ann Campbell
Apr 30, 2026
Patricia Ann Campbell, a beloved member of the Benton community and a devoted servant to her family and faith, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026. Born on September 10, 1930, Patricia's life was a testament to selflessness, love, and unwavering devotion, earning her the cherished nickname "Saint Nannie." She embraced a life centered on faith, family, and service, living...
Jane Carolyn Bean
Apr 30, 2026
Jane Carolyn Bean, age 85, of Amity went to be with her Heavenly Father on April 30, 2026.
She was born on November 15, 1940 in Forester, Arkansas to the late Hubert & Lottie Raines.
She married her sweetie Curt Bean on December 8, 1958.
She was preceded in death by her parents Hubert and Lottie Raines; her brother and sister-in-law Lawrence and...
Virginia Bernice Gunnell
Apr 30, 2026
Virginia Gunnell, 92, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026. Virginia had love, kindness, and grit written into her DNA. She lived with crippling arthritis (Uncle Arthur as she called it) for 50+ years. Virginia was born on March 13, 1934 in Oneonta, Alabama to Jess and Frances Sanders. She is preceded in death by her husband Walter L. Gunnell,...
Alice Riley
Apr 30, 2026
Alice Lee Riley, 87, of Austin, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2026. She was born on June 30, 1938, in Torrington, Wyoming to Clarence and Jenon Copple.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and the family matriarch. She was a woman of great faith and was very active in her church, Cornerstone Baptist Church in...
Brandon James Satterfield
Apr 30, 2026
Brandon will be remembered as a kind, compassionate, and deeply loving man whose thoughtfulness touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He was dependable, steady, and selfless—someone others could always count on. Brandon lived his life with quiet strength and intention, always putting his family first and loving them with unwavering devotion.
He had a deep love for the outdoors...
John Walter Fowlkes
Apr 29, 2026
John Walter Fowlkes, known by so many as “Mr. Wonderful” and Papaw passed away on April 29, 2026. He leaves behind a life full of laughter, fun, friendship, kindness, and a deep love for the people around him. John was born on June 12, 1945, in Jacksonville, Arkansas, to Frank A. Fowlkes, Sr. and Johnnie Emma (Ramsey) Fowlkes, the last...
Barbara Corbitt
Apr 29, 2026
Barbara Ann Corbitt, 63, of Hot Springs, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas to James O. (Red) Corbitt and Verna (Akin) Corbitt.
Barbara attended multiple Adult Education programs over the years with the most recent being at First Step Arkansas of Hot Springs, a residential housing program for adults...
Douglas R Brown
Apr 29, 2026
Douglas R. Brown, a cherished son, brother, father, and friend, passed away on April 29, 2026. Born on July 6, 1953, in Monroe, Louisiana, Douglas’s life was marked by dedication, camaraderie, and a spirit that brought joy to those around him.
A proud graduate of Ouachita Parish High School, Douglas embarked on a long and fulfilling career at Sue's Pawn Shop,...
Norman "Dean" Turner, Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Norman "Dean" Turner, Jr., age 78, of Newhope, passed away on April 28, 2026. He was born in Houston, Texas, on October 24, 1947. He was the eldest son of Norman "Mutt" Turner and Georgia Mae McKinney Turner.
He was a gentle giant. Never intentionally unkind to anyone. He loved hunting and collecting firearms of any kind. Making a good deal...
Gloria Ann Surrette
Apr 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Gloria Ann Surrette, who departed this life on April 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and hospitality that touched all who knew her. She was born on December 11, 1936, in Homewood, Alabama, to Robert Abercrombie and Evelyn Fox.
Gloria was a beacon of...
Randy "Papaw" Johnson
Apr 28, 2026
Randy "Papaw: Johnson, born on May 28, 1955, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to his family and community.He was a faithful member of Caney Valley Missionary Baptist Church and a proud member of the Shawmut Hilton Hunting Club, where he spent many moments doing what he loved. Randy was a hardworking man who...
Gerald "Big G" Braziel
Apr 27, 2026
Gerald Braziel, known affectionately to many as "Big G," passed away peacefully at his home in Royal, Arkansas, on April 27, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on June 14, 1944, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Gerald lived a life marked by generosity, warmth, and a genuine love for people and community.
A graduate of Lake Hamilton High School, Gerald built a distinguished...
Kathleen Gorman Singleton
Apr 27, 2026
Kathleen Gorman Singleton passed away April 27, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born September 23, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her three children, Jill Loshaw Manuel, Mitchell Loshaw and Jennifer Loshaw whom she raised in Mobile, Alabama and who will continue to carry her memory forward.
Kathleen dedicated her life to caring for others through her...
Edward Irving Williams
Apr 27, 2026
Dr. Edward Williams, age 81, of Lancaster, California, passed from this life on Monday, April 27, 2026. Edward was born February 2, 1945, in Morrilton, Arkansas. He was a kind and loving brother, uncle, and friend. He loved to spend time with his family and friends, especially the children, with whom he enjoyed playing games and teaching. He loved the...
Jean Vernell Volpert
Apr 27, 2026
Jean V. Volpert of Little Rock and Benton passed away April 27, 2026. She was a retired hairdresser of 60 years.
Jean cherished spending time with her family and was a proud grandma. She enjoyed going to Estate Sales, yard sales, flea markets, or a trip to Oaklawn with her husband Charles.
Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Robert P....
Sheran Herrin
Apr 27, 2026
Sheran Elizabeth Herrin (Belshan), age 76, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away on April 27, 2026.
She was born on July 27, 1949, in Springfield, Virginia, to Ed and Ethel Belshan, who preceded her in death.
Sheran spent her life investing in others, most notably through her years as an educator. After graduating from Springfield High School, she attended Ouachita Baptist University, where...
Troy Dale Buck
Apr 26, 2026
Troy Dale Buck, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 26, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on April 1, 1939 in Fendley, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Myrtie Buck; and his brother-in-law, Bill Deaton.
He married the love of his life, Emma Sutton, on April 6,...
Mary Hyne Keech Fine
Apr 25, 2026
Mary Hyne Keech Fine, age 101, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. Born on March 12, 1925, in Fort Lupton, Colorado, Mary lived a generous and vibrant life defined by service, music, cooking, reading, a deep love of travel, and an insurmountable amount of friendships.
She was the daughter of Sophie Irene (Hunter) Hyne and Frances Burton Hyne. Mary spent...
Connie Louise Hefley
Apr 25, 2026
Our beloved mother, Connie Hefley, 78, of Enola, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. She was a force of nature and a source of endless support to all who knew and loved her. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on June 19, 1947 to the late Bill and Frances Smith. Connie was preceded in death by her husband,...


