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LT. Colonel Gerald E. Loyd
Jan 22, 2026
LT. Colonel Gerald Edward Loyd, aged 83, went peacefully to the presence of His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 22nd, 2026. He was born on April 19, 1942, in Amity, Arkansas, and at 16, met his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Katie Hays. They were married on June 12th, 1965.
Gerald attended Henderson State...
Randall "Randy" Ryan Williams
Jan 22, 2026
Randall "Randy" Ryan Williams, born on April 4, 1967, in Long Beach, California, passed away on January 22, 2026.
Randy was a hard worker who dedicated over 35 years of his life to the aviation industry.
He held a special bond with his K-9 companion, Marley. She was faithfully loyal and her presence comforted him, and she never left his side. In...
Mildred Metrailer Buddenberg
Jan 22, 2026
Mildred Ann Metrailer Buddenberg, age 97, formerly of North Little Rock passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Bloomfield, New Jersey, after living with her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Robert Paul Miller, and granddaughter Caroline Grace Miller since August 2013. “Mickey” graduated from Mt. St. Mary Academy in Little Rock in 1946 and worked first as a secretary...
Carl Perry Armstrong
Jan 21, 2026
Carl Perry Armstrong was born March 17, 1954 and passed away January 21, 2026.
Visitation will begin at 1:30 PM, followed by a funeral at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 30, at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home. Private interment will be at Meadowbrook Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society.
Extended obituary will be posted...
Cynthia Ann Kidd
Jan 20, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Kidd, 84, of Sherwood passed away January 20, 2026. Visitation is at 1:00 PM, followed by a funeral at 2:00 PM, Saturday January 31, 2026 at First Free Will Baptist Church. Burial is 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 1, in Holly Springs, Mississippi.
Extended obituary will be posted once available.
Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., North Little...
Johnnie Ruth Aldridge
Jan 20, 2026
Johnnie Ruth Aldridge, aged 96, passed from this life on January 20, 2026 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was born on April 27, 1929 in Lefors, Texas to parents Byron and Argie (Ewing) Phillips. She was married to Andy F. Aldridge for over 66 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband,...
Jerry D. Kidd
Jan 20, 2026
Jerry Dwayne Kidd, aged 86, went to his heavenly home on January 20, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He was born May 20, 1939, to Cecil and Corinne Flowers Kidd in his great aunt's home south of Hope, AR. Three years later, his sister, Jo Ann, was born, and they were close throughout life. Jerry attended school in...
Linda Faye Ashley
Jan 20, 2026
Linda Faye Ashley, age 82, passed away in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Linda was a very loving and kind woman who touched the lives of those around her with her gentle heart and caring nature. She will be remembered for her warmth, compassion, and the love she shared with her family.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Obie Dean, and her...
Diane W. Arendt
Jan 19, 2026
Diane W. Arendt, a beloved matriarch whose warmth and kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her, passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on August 22, 1946, in Rome, Georgia, Diane's journey through life was one marked by compassion, hard work, and an enduring devotion to her family and faith.
Diane’s career blossomed shortly...
Ida Jewel Rowan
Jan 19, 2026
Ida Jewel "Jo" Rowan, 86, of Scott, passed away January 19, 2026. Jo was born October 29, 1939 in Scott, AR to the late Walter and Lina McNair. She was the last surviving member of her siblings. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jean Gehring.
Survivors includer her husband of 69 years, William Rowan; daughters, Vicki Junkin, Renee...
Doris Lucas Sarver
Jan 18, 2026
Doris Lucas Sarver passed away on January 18, 2026. She was born in Grafton, West Virginia on November 28,1929. She was a longtime primary teacher and librarian with a master’s degree in education, teaching for over 40 years. She was active in Delta Kappa Gamma, AARP and loved to play bridge.
She is survived by four beloved nieces who live in...
John Allen Helton, Jr.
Jan 18, 2026
John Allen Helton Jr., 59, died peacefully Sunday, January 18, 2026, with family by his side in Greenbrier, Arkansas. Allen was born September 5, 1966, in Mesquite, Texas to John and Marleen Helton.
He is preceded in death by his beloved mother Marleen and his grandmother Myrtle Goodman.
He is survived by his son, Gage Allen Helton of Conway and his father,...
James William Martin
Jan 18, 2026
James William Martin (J.W.) of Sherwood, AR. passed away peacefully at home on January 18,2026, and went to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ, surrounded by his loving family.
J.W. was born November 18, 1940, in Lake Village Arkansas to James Hoyt Martin and Geneva (West) Martin. He was preceded in death by both parents.
J.W. is survived by his wife, of...
Angela Marie Petursson
Jan 17, 2026
God’s heavenly kingdom is a loving, caring, beautiful realm. Today, it is so much more loving, caring, and beautiful, and Earth is so much less. Angela Marie Belotti Petursson entered eternal life on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Fitting for her holy personality, she was born on the Roman Catholic Holy Day of All Saints, November 1, 1936, in Little Italy (Roland),...
Preston Douglas Addison
Jan 17, 2026
Preston Douglas Addison, 79, a husband, father, “Grandpa”, and friend to all, passed away at home on Saturday, January 17, 2026. He was born on November 14, 1946, in Des Arc, Arkansas to Verlin Lee and Hazel Marie Hamby Addison, and leaves behind a life marked by deep faith, steadfast love, and service to others.
For 46 years, Preston faithfully served...
Martin Louis Feeny, Jr.
Jan 17, 2026
Martin Louis Feeny, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on September 22, 1942, in Magnolia, Arkansas, Martin lived a life filled with service, love, faith, and joy.
He proudly served in the United States Navy, where he received the National Defense Service Medal. After his military...
Bettye Doyle Hall Carithers
Jan 17, 2026
Bettye Doyle Hall Carithers, 95, passed away on January 17, 2026.
Bettye was born at home on December 17, 1930, to Hazel and Kie Hall in Benton, Arkansas. Her only brother, Kie, was born thirteen years later. A child of The Depression, she lived in rural Benton and attended a two-room schoolhouse. Her family moved to North Little Rock in 1938....
James "Marty" Garrick
Jan 16, 2026
James "Marty" Garrick, a beloved member of the Little Rock community, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on July 4, 1948, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Marty spent his life cultivating a warm and welcoming presence that touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Marty dedicated much of his career as a manufacturers representative for...
Stephen Kent Prater
Jan 16, 2026
Stephen Kent Prater died January 16, 2026, at his home in Sherwood, AR - arm-in-arm with his three sons and his loving wife of over fifty years, Susan.
Steve was born on April 30, 1949, the third child of Reubin and Berniece Prater in Oklahoma City, OK. He had two sisters, Terry and Jeanne, who knew him as “Sonny Boy Precious.”...
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