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Frances Eleanor Deaton

Frances Eleanor Deaton

Mar 7, 2026

Frances Eleanor Deaton, age 86, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born in Cumberland, Maryland on October 19, 1939, to Dale Miller and Dorothy Settle. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 45 years, Jerald Deaton; brother, Jay; son, Glen; grandchildren, Amanda; great-grandchild, Thomas; and daughter-in-law, Becky.

Frances is survived by her sister,...

Cynthia Lee Kitchens

Cynthia Lee Kitchens

Mar 7, 2026

Cynthia Lee Kitchens, of Alexander, peacefully passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born on January 5, 1954, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Cynthia leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and unwavering support that touched everyone around her. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and cherished her.

Affectionately known as Grandma and Nanna to her grandchildren,...

Lindal Wayne Adcock

Lindal Wayne Adcock

Mar 7, 2026

Lindal Wayne Adcock, 83, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away March 7, 2026. He was born February 24, 1943, to the late William and Amy Adcock.

Lindal is preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Carol Sue Adcock. He is survived by his children, Richard Adcock and Laura Wofford (Ronald).

Private family services will be held at a later...

Carol Lynn Wallis

Carol Lynn Wallis

Mar 6, 2026

Carol Lynn Wallis peacefully passed away on March 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 21, 1945, in Hudson, Michigan, to Ernest and Marie Rupley and lived a life defined by warmth, generosity, and devotion to her family and friends.

Carol shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Larry Douglas Wallis. Together, they built a home...

Jimmie Worthy

Jimmie Worthy

Mar 6, 2026

Jimmie Don Worthy, age 69 of Beebe, Arkansas passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 surrounded by his family. Born on February 16, 1957 in Warren, AR to Georgia Belle Church and Edward Eugene Worthy. 

He is survived by his children Amanda (Sam) Owen's, Dana (Shawn) O'Brien, Matthew Hughes, and McKenzie (Nick) Mason, a vast number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and...

Barbara Ann Hollingsworth

Barbara Ann Hollingsworth

Mar 6, 2026

Barbara Ann Hollingsworth, born on September 18, 1940, in Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. She lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and a profound love for her family and friends.

Throughout her career, Barbara dedicated herself to her work as a secretary for insurance companies, where her attention to detail and commitment to service shone...

Dewey "Leland" Turbyfill

Dewey "Leland" Turbyfill

Mar 6, 2026

Dewey “Leland” Turbyfill, 91, of Paron, Arkansas, was born January 18, 1935, and passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. Leland was a well-known and loved member of his community, and his kindness touched the lives of many.

Leland spent many years working as a machine operator at Alcoa Manufacturing before retiring. He enjoyed the friendships he made there and especially...

Carole Grant

Carole Grant

Mar 6, 2026

Carole Lynn Grant, age 82, passed away on March 6, 2026. 

Please check back for Carole's extended obituary.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12, from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home (1921 Main Street, NLR, AR 72114) with a funeral service to follow. A graveside service will be at 9:00 AM on Friday, March 13...

Lillian Laverne Medley

Lillian Laverne Medley

Mar 6, 2026

LILLIAN LAVERNE STAFFORD BALDWIN MEDLEY,98, departed this world for her eternal heavenly home on March 6,2026.

She was born Lillian LaVerne Dickson on January 9, 1928 to parents Elizabeth Dee and Herman Isaac Dickson in DeQueen, Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Cecil Herman Dickson, two half sisters Letitia (Petty) Miller and Elizabeth (Petty) Almstedt, twin sons Larry...

Mark Lester Orman

Mark Lester Orman

Mar 6, 2026

Mark Orman, formerly of Fourche, Arkansas, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born in 1964 to Lester and Lela Orman.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Ricky.

Mark leaves behind a life and legacy that will be remembered for generations. He never met a stranger and was known by all who knew him for his...

Samuel C. Payne

Samuel C. Payne

Mar 6, 2026

Samuel C. Payne, a devoted Air Force veteran and cherished family man, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 95. He was born on February 16, 1931, to Clifford Everett and Dorothy Payne in Colfax, Indiana, and lived a life filled with dedication, purpose, and a deep love for his family.

Samuel proudly served in the United States...

Megan Carey

Megan Carey

Mar 5, 2026

Megan Nicole Carey, 35, passed away on March 5, 2026, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Russellville, Arkansas. She was born on September 25, 1990.

Megan was a joy to everyone who met her. She had a remarkable gift for remembering people’s names and asking about their families and children, always making others feel seen and loved. Megan had Down syndrome, but...

Bobby Joe Vaughn

Bobby Joe Vaughn

Mar 5, 2026

Bobby Joe Vaughn, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on February 4, 1934, in Russellville, Arkansas, to George Allen Vaughn and Lois Jean Ellis Vaughn, who preceded him in death.

Bobby was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle whose life was defined by his deep love for family and his strong work...

Roy Eugene Hatfield

Roy Eugene Hatfield

Mar 5, 2026

Roy Eugene “Gene” Hatfield, 95, died March 5, 2026, at home in the company of his wife and daughter.

Roy was born August 6, 1930, in Springfield, Mo. to the late James Roy and Letty Sublett Hatfield. He grew up in Denning, Ark., with extended family in a house overlooking the Arkansas River Valley and Mt. Magazine, where he spent many...

Emma Ruth Harris

Emma Ruth Harris

Mar 5, 2026

Emma Ruth Harris was born October 3, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan to Hartford and Nora Harris. She was peacefully called home to Heaven on March 5th, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Bill (Wanda) Harris, Guy (Norma) Harris, and Louis Johnson and her nieces Debbie Harris and Cathy (R.D.) Davis.

She is survived by her sister-in-law...

Ava LaRea Baker

Ava LaRea Baker

Mar 5, 2026

Ava LaRea Baker, 80, of Beebe, passed away on March 5th, 2026, in Beebe. She was born on September 13, 1945, in Beebe to James E. Welch and Eva Morton Welch. Born and raised in Beebe, she graduated in 1963 from Beebe High School.

LaRea survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert H. Baker Sr.; her son, Robert H. Baker...

Lynn Short

Lynn Short

Mar 5, 2026

Lynn "Honey" Short, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on January 20, 1947, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Lynn dedicated her life to shaping the minds and hearts of countless children, leaving a lasting impact as a wonderful teacher.

A reflection of her bright personality, Lynn was known for her welcoming nature. She was always willing...

Barbara M. Randolph "Sissy"

Barbara M. Randolph "Sissy"

Mar 5, 2026

Barbara M. Randolph, “Sissy,” 72, passed away on March 5, 2026. She was born in San Juan Capistrano, California on December 4, 1953, and grew up in Clovis, New Mexico.

She graduated from Clovis High School in 1973. She met David while he was serving in the Air Force, and they were married on January 6, 1975. During their early years...

Carl R. Shillcutt

Carl R. Shillcutt

Mar 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Carl “Scudder” Shillcutt announces that their beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather went to his Heavenly eternal resting place on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the age of 88. Carl was born on June 27, 1937, to Roland and Irene Shillcutt and was an only child. Most of his childhood was...

Derral Gene Ringgold

Derral Gene Ringgold

Mar 3, 2026

Derral Gene Ringgold passed away on March 3rd, 2026 at home after an extended illness. He was 72.

Derral was born August 17, 1953 in Jacksonville, Arkansas to Robert Lee and Ola Evelyn (Collins) Ringgold, the youngest of their three children. He attended Arkansas School for the Deaf from preschool through high school. He was a member of the Class of...