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Patricia Edington
Feb 21, 2026
Patricia Edington, born on July 20, 1945, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Patricia was married to John on January 28, 1967, and together they created a life of love and memories.
Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Chester (Red) Ketchum, her mother, Emagene Thomason Ketchum, her sister, Deborah Shappy, and her brothers Billy Ketchum, David Ketchum, and...
Patricia D. Banicky
Feb 21, 2026
Patricia D. Banicky, age 87, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
She was born on August 19, 1938, in Colombus, GA. The daughter of Blacky and Alberta Carver. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Dorothy Roberts, her brothers, Thomas and Leroy Carver, and her son, Michael Banicky.
Patricia's love in her life were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She...
Tommy Gene Singleton
Feb 21, 2026
Tommy Gene Singleton, age 64, of Royal, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
He was born on September 14, 1961 in Dumas. He was the son of Elisha Singleton and Geneva Fair Singleton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his two brothers, Leeroy Singleton and R.L. Singleton.
On May 27, 1983, Tommy...
Rita Schnebelen
Feb 21, 2026
Rita Schnebelen, age 91, passed away on February 21, 2026.
Please check back later for Rita's extended obituary and service details.
Services entrusted to Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home (1921 Main Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114)
Donald E. Rice
Feb 20, 2026
Donald E. Rice, 93, passed away Friday morning, February 20th to go and be with our lord. He was married to Ann Rice and would have celebrated their 70th anniversary in March, He was preceded in death by his mother and father and six of seven sisters. He is survived by his wife, Ann, of 69 years, sister Jean Branit...
Darrell Lee Gray
Feb 19, 2026
Darrell Lee Gray October 22, 1929 – February 19, 2026
Darrell Lee Gray was born in Centerville, Arkansas, on October 22, 1929, and passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 96.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army with the 5th Armored Division, A Battery, 92nd Armored Field Artillery Battalion during the Korean War. He completed...
Shanda King
Feb 19, 2026
Shanda Leanne King, 50, of Beebe, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on May 31, 1975, in Anchorage, Alaska. She was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a Baptist.
Shanda is survived by her daughter, Halle (Tristan) Collier of Lineville, Alabama; her mother Carolyn King...
Derry Wayne Pinson
Feb 18, 2026
Derry Wayne Pinson, age 72, of Umpire, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
He was born on April 4, 1953, in Langley. Derry was the son of Tom Pinson and Bessie Morphew Pinson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers, Pat Pinson and Mike Pinson; his four sisters, Russia Taylor, Susie Ledbetter, Lois Dean, and Vernell...
Robert Riley, Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
Robert Riley, Jr., better known as Jr., was born on December 2,1951 to Robert Riley, Sr. and Mattie Clarice Riley in Florence, Alabama. He was the youngest of five kids. Jr. proudly served in the Army National Guard for over 20 years, then worked for Ridout Lumber Company. He loved mowing yards and rooting on his Alabama Crimson Tide and...
Tressia Lonetta Lock
Feb 18, 2026
Tressia Lonetta Lock went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the age of 91.
Lonetta is preceded in death by her loving husband, James Lock; her only son, Michael Lock; her son-in-law, George Howell; her five brothers; and her three sisters.
On April 25, 1954, Lonetta married James, and they had a long and happy marriage...
William "Boyd" Hilliard
Feb 17, 2026
"We invite you to return for the complete obituary details".
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home.
Celebration of life service will be 11:00 AM Friday 27, 2026 at Park Hill Baptist Church.
Mildred W. Squires
Feb 17, 2026
Mildred W. Squires, born February 24, 1939, in Gurdon, left this world on February 17, 2026, just shy of her 87th birthday. A devoted homemaker, she dedicated her life to raising and caring for her family, placing their needs and well-being above all else, second only to her unwavering love for the Lord. Mildred’s impact on those around her cannot...
Effie Louise Wells
Feb 17, 2026
Effie Louise Wells, 98, entered Heaven February 17, 2026 at The Maples. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Wells.
Louise lived in Little Rock until 2008, then moved to North West Arkansas to be near her two sons, James and Michael Wells, both of Springdale.
She had four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Louise was a kind and gentle soul...
James E. Shuffield
Feb 16, 2026
Dr. James E. Shuffield, Sr., retired orthodontist, died February 16, 2026 at the age of 92. Jim and his wife Nancy shared a wonderful life of love and laughter for almost 70 years.
Jim was born in Nashville, AR on October 24, 1933, and grew up in that area. During his Junior and Senior High school years, Jim was First Chair...
Patricia A. Smedley
Feb 16, 2026
Patricia A. Smedley, 87, of Glenwood, passed away February 16, 2026. She is reunited in eternal rest with her parents, Numan and Goldie Smedley, and her brother Dick Smedley. Pat is survived by her cousins Betty Sue Self, Bobbie Yeargan, Bill Diggs, and Gary Diggs. Her surviving family includes her nephew, Tom Smedley, and niece, Renee Heschl. She leaves behind...
Gwendolyn Dawn Graham
Feb 16, 2026
Gwendolyn Dawn Glasscock Graham, 82, of Little Rock, AR, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026 due to complications of congestive heart failure. Born on March 16, 1943 in New Orleans, LA, to Bob E. and Lila Lee Glasscock, Gwendolyn was an only child and was the light of their lives. They moved to Little Rock when Gwendolyn was young...
Ron McKenzie
Feb 15, 2026
Ronnie Dee “Ron” McKenzie, lovingly known as “Big Mack,” passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the family he cherished.
Born on November 10, 1943, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Anna Frances Schultz McKenzie and Lacey Eugene McKenzie, Ron lived a life marked by vision, discipline, creativity, and deep devotion to family.
He and his...
Phyllis Marie Forga Diggs
Feb 15, 2026
Phyllis Marie Forga Diggs, 92, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was born in Glenwood, Arkansas, on June 5, 1933, to Hubert and Hattie Forga.
She graduated from Mount Ida High School in 1951. She married Paul Johnston Bailey on January 24, 1954 and they had two children, Kevin & Denise. They were married...
Beverly Ann Hawthorn
Feb 15, 2026
Beverly Ann Hawthorn, born on July 25, 1948, in Hot Springs, Ar. passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. Beverly's life was a tapestry of dedication and passion, enriching not only her beloved Hot Springs but also the lives of many she touched throughout her diverse career. She is predeceased by her father, Clarence Kight; mother, Laverne (Tedder) Kight; brother,...
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