Robert Ortwein
Jul 17, 2025
Robert Ortwein, 71, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away July 17, 2025. He was born March 11, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri.
Funeral will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe, Arkansas, with burial in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens.
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James Taylor
Jul 17, 2025
James Elvin Taylor, 73, of Searcy, Arkansas went to be with the Lord July 17, 2025. James was born on November 24, 1951, in Woodruff County, Arkansas to Grady and Francis Taylor. He was an Army veteran of Vietnam and was a Christian.
James is survived by two daughters, Valerie Jo Martinez and Cassie Taylor; brother William R. Taylor; and sister...
Rebecca Danielle Wilks
Jul 17, 2025
Rebecca "Danielle" Wilks, 48, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away July 17, 2025. She was born March 1, 1977 in Benton, Arkansas to the late Charles Wayne and Lois (Odom) Wilfong.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her life partner, James Peters; 3 children: Erika Moore, Ricky Horton, and Kathryn Wilks; 8 grandcildren; sisters: Cindy Wilfong and Sondra Williams; brother, Brad...
David Eugene Kaucher
Jul 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David E. Kaucher, a dedicated son and brother, loyal husband, and devoted Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. He journeyed to his heavenly home on July 16, 2025, with his loving wife of 64 years by his side, who was reading scripture, singing familiar hymns, praying, and holding his hand.
David was...
Bill Ashley
Jul 16, 2025
Bill Ashley, 89, of Maumelle, Arkansas passed away July 16, 2025. Bill was born in Natchez, Mississippi on August 30, 1935. Bill grew up in a small community about 25 miles Southeast of Natchez. He had a loving mother who diligently studied the scriptures and was faithful to them. Her vast knowledge of the Bible made her an excellent teacher....
Birdie Bernice Allison
Jul 16, 2025
Birdie Bernice Allison, a devoted homemaker and mother, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, at Southern Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on September 22, 1935, in Pocahontas, Randolph County, Arkansas, to German and Opal (Manis) Brown. Birdie's life was characterized by her unwavering love for her family and her steadfast faith, as she embraced her role not...
Martha Ann VanPelt
Jul 15, 2025
Martha Ann VanPelt, 88, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away on July 15, 2025. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1937, Martha was the daughter of the late Maxine and Louis “Eddie” Kirk. She is survived by her three sons, Albert VanPelt Jr., Kirk VanPelt (Kelly), and Scott VanPelt (Lisa), along with a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded...
Arvid Hallstrom
Jul 15, 2025
Arvid Hallstrom, beloved husband, father, brother, godfather, and uncle, passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on September 20, 1945, in Chicago, IL, Arvid led a life rich in love, accomplishment, and service to others. Arvid attened Evanston High School. Riverside, IL would become his home for nearly 40 years where he and Susan lovingly...
Robert "Bob" M. Paulovich
Jul 15, 2025
Robert “Bob” M. Paulovich, born January 23, 1951, in East Liverpool, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and educator, Bob will be remembered for his intelligence, resilience, and compassion.
Bob earned a Bachelor of Science in Music from Bethel University in 1974, followed by a Master of Science in Education from Arkansas State University in...
Hazel Marie Gentry
Jul 15, 2025
Hazel Marie Gentry, born on August 26, 1931, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, peacefully departed this life at her home on July 15, 2025. She leaves behind a rich legacy of love, hard work, and unwavering faith.
Hazel dedicated over 30 years of her career to the Arkansas Health Center, serving as the personnel director until her retirement in 1987. Her work ethic...
Edward Durland Watson
Jul 15, 2025
Edward Durland Watson of Benton, transitioned from this life to his heavenly home, Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born in Fordyce, AR to James D. and Ivey Marie Brown Watson on April 17, 1935. At the age of 5, his family moved to New Orleans for his Dad to work in the shipyards during the war. His family lived...
Allen B. Lee
Jul 14, 2025
Allen Lee, 82, of North Little Rock, Arkansas died on July 14, 2025. Allen was born in Maddock, North Dakota to Orville and Vivian Lee, and moved in childhood to Sheridan, Wyoming. He earned a bachelor’s of science degree from Texas A&M University a concentration in meteorology in 1965.
Allen was a meteorologist with the National Weather Service serving in local...
James Ronald Smith
Jul 14, 2025
James Ronald "Ronnie" Smith, 72, of Benton, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 9, 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late James and Voida (Carrell) Smith.
Ronnie began his lifelong career at Parts Warehouse at the age of 18, until he retired after 43 years. Outside of work, he enjoyed...
Raymond Gary Johnson
Jul 13, 2025
Raymond “Gary” Johnson, 60, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away July 13, 2025. He was born in Miami, Florida to the late Charles and Katherine Johnson.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Michele “Shelly” Johnson. Gary is survived by his son, Shane Shellnut-Johnson (Zachary Shellnut-Johnson); he maintained a close relationship with his former wife, Donna Johnson;...
Nathan Thomas Bell
Jul 12, 2025
Nathan Thomas Bell, age 33, of Amity passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 at his home. He was born July 25, 1991 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Jennifer (Hollingshead) Stinson and David Bell. Nathan was a member of Community Methodist Church of Amity. Nathan absolutely enjoyed playing music and was an extremely talented musician. He attended Arkansas Tech...
Timothy Lynch
Jul 12, 2025
Timothy James Lynch
Tim left his home on earth surrounded by love to be welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven by his parents and brothers on July 12, 2025.
He loved his wife deeply and stood as a pillar of strength and love for his children and grandchildren. He had countless life long friends. To know him was to know loyalty, honesty,...
Margaret Louise "Peggy" Cobb
Jul 12, 2025
Margaret Louise “Peggy” Cobb, 61, of Sheridan passed unexpectedly on July 12, 2025. She was the youngest of six children born to Wayne and Cecilia (Malacek) Mehlin.
She was a graduate of Cabot High School and Arkansas Tech University. She was employed at the Arkansas Heart Hospital and attended Grace Church in Hensley.
Peggy‘s family includes her husband of 37 years, Dewey...
Elizabeth Jean "Kitzel" Braatelien
Jul 11, 2025
Elizabeth (Kitzel) Braatelien passed away on July 11, 2025 at her home in Little Rock Arkansas, after an extended illness. She was born February 9, 1949 in Pueblo, Colorado.
Kitzel's gift in life was to help others, through her many friendships and her work. She was a pediatric nurse, then worked as a lawyer for several firms and Legal Aid, and...
Harold M. Love
Jul 11, 2025
Harold M. Love aged 91, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born on September 28, 1933 and native of Tennessee. Harold was the epitome of hard work, dedication, and love.
As a drafted man of the Armed Forces on May 13, 1953; Harold served many years protecting his country. While serving, Harold received the...
Joe Landon
Jul 11, 2025
Joe Landon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 11, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on November 30, 1947, Joe dedicated a significant part of his life to both family and career, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Joe had a fulfilling career as a plumber with Efird Plumbing, earning the respect...