Sometime during the morning of October 21, 2025 Brian Kelly Davis took his last breath here on earth. And in that same instant he was transformed into the perfect existence that he’s going to be for eternity, free from all of his earthly afflictions.
Born on August 20, 1972 to Gene and Ginger Davis, Brian is survived by both his father...
Jim Allen Wood, a Levy Legend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 21, 2025. He is survived by his loving and loyal wife of 57 years, Nedra Dumas Wood and his children Ritchie Wood (Selina), Kevin Wood (Lisa), Kraig Wood (Shawna), Gabriel Bond (Will), and Bubba Wood (Brandy). He also had eleven grandchildren who lovingly called him Big...
With heavy hearts and profound respect, we announce the passing of Linda Joy Hathcock, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Born on July 18, 1953, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Linda gracefully traversed the chapters of her life until her departure from this world on October 20, 2025, in Friendship, Arkansas.
Linda's journey was marked by the love she generously shared, first...
Martha Louise Cotham Bernardi
Age 91 • Benton, Arkansas
Martha Louise Cotham Bernardi, age 91, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on October 19, 2025.
Born and raised in Tennessee, Martha spent most of her adult life in Wood Dale, Illinois, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Bernardi; her son,...
Linda Marie Gavin, known affectionately as "Granny," passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, in Bauxite, Arkansas, at age 77. She was born on April 2, 1948, to Tommy and Lettie Cole.
Linda not only approached life head-on as a strong-willed and independent God-fearing woman, but she dedicated her life as a devoted homemaker who cherished her family and poured her...
Phillip Lee Montague, age 68, of Ward, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2025, at home. Phillip was born February 2, 1957, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Phillip grew up on a farm in Ward and attended both Searcy and Cabot Public Schools. He worked at Independent Manufacturing and eventually took over the business where he worked alongside his son Robert....
Samuel Jake Shaver, of Gravette, Arkansas, passed away on October 18, 2025. He was born on March 12, 1980, to Daniel and Diane Shaver in Portsmouth, Virginia. Jake spent over 20 years doing a job he loved, driving trucks and playing in the dirt.
Jake’s favorite sports were basketball, pool, horseshoes, driving fast, fishing and he could not wait until the...
Charles Edwin Earnhart, 91, of Mayflower, passed away October 18, 2025. He was born January 1, 1934 to the late Amanda (Butler) and Thelder Earnhart. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Levy Church of Christ. He retired after 50+ years in the restaurant supply business.
Charles was a devoted Christian husband, dad, and grandfather. He loved...
Carolyn Sue Akin Utley, daughter of Robert E. Lee Akin and Janie Fields Akin, was born on August 8, 1941, in Beebe, Arkansas. She graduated from Beebe High School in 1959 and married her late husband, Kenneth Lee Utley, in 1962.
In high school, Carolyn enjoyed playing on the basketball team. Later, she met her husband, Ken Utley, and the two...
Erma G. "Gail" Hart, 84, beloved wife, mother, sister, Memaw/Mimi went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 18, 2025.
Born in Fort Smith, Arkansas on August 2, 1941, Gail was a homemaker and pastors wife for 55 plus years.
Gail is survived by her loving husband Tom Hart of 65 years, three wonderful children, Neal Hart (Mary),...
Robert Landford Southerland, 91, of Cabot, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life to the next on Saturday, October 18, surrounded by those who loved him.
Born and raised in Lonoke County, Robert spent his life rooted in the community he cherished. He was married to his late wife, Ida Fay Southerland, for 59 wonderful years and was a devoted husband, father,...
Ronald Thomas Wingfield, age 76, passed away on October 17, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1949 in Paris, Arkansas to Thomas Clarion (TC) Wingfield and Narine Shelton Wingfield. He graduated from Arkansas Teachers College (now UCA), where he studied industrial arts and eventually earned a bachelor=s degree in biology.
Ron worked for many years as a computer programmer and...
Penny Ann Maynard, born on June 20, 1953, in San Francisco, CA, passed away on October 17, 2025. She was a dearly loved sister and aunt, cherished by her family and friends. Penny was known for her steadfast Baptist faith, which was an important part of her life.
She is survived by her two sisters, Debra Wedge and Tina St. Germaine,...
Geary Edward Andrews died on Friday, October 17, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer.
Geary was born at home on July 20, 1952 in Buffalo Valley, Oklahoma to Jerry Dale Andrews and Kathryn Lavada "Denton" Andrews. After high school, Geary joined the Navy from 1970 to 1974. He attended air conditioning...
Shirley Howard, age 90, of Sharon, Tennessee, formerly of Arkadelphia, Arkansas passed away Friday, October 17, 2025. She was born July 25, 1935 in Okeechobee, Florida to the late Martin Luther and Annie Mae (Hawk) Hancock. Shirley was a member of First Baptist Church in Martin, Tennessee. She retired from Wal-Mart in Arkadelphia as a cashier. One of Shirley’s favorite...
Charles Russell Womble, Sr., 88, of North Little Rock passed away October 16, 2025.
Charles, known to some family members as "Russell", started his working career as a carpenter with his father. He then spent several years in the furniture manufacturing business. He later was employed as a district route manager for the Arkansas Democrat newspaper. He lived the majority of...
Wanda Jean (Fisher) Barron passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was born March 11, 1927, in Beebe to W. A. (Bill) Fisher and Ola Fisher. She graduated from Beebe High School in 1945 and worked for the Office of Price Administration (OPA) in Little Rock until the end of WWII, then as secretary for Cash Wholesale/Sterling Stores, then North...
Annie Silva is missed, remembered, and deeply loved as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who unceasingly offered the gift of her heart to everyone she encountered. Her gifts were many—generous giving, yes—but perhaps most remarkable was her extraordinary capacity to receive and truly cherish others.
Faithfulness to Jesus was at the very heart of who she was, and it...
Eddie “Ed” McMillan, age 81, of Arkadelphia peacefully passed away at his home on Thursday, October 16, 2025. He was born November 15, 1943 in Prescott, Arkansas to the late Charlie Cecil and Duena (Gates) McMillan. Eddie was the founding member and head deacon of Center Point Baptist Church in Gurdon. He retired from Levi Strauss as a supervisor. Eddie...
In Loving Memory of Phillip Kovalesky
November 15, 1957 – October 14, 2025
Phillip “Phil the Philosopher” Kovalesky passed away just shy of his 68th birthday after facing stage 4 lung cancer with the same stubborn strength he was known for. Though cancer may have slowed him down, it never took away his humor, his grit, or his love for the people...