Ozella Faye Lookadoo Melugin, age 85, of Cypress, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Ozella was born May 3, 1940, in Point Cedar, Arkansas to the late George Henry and Mattie Winnie (Burchfield) Lookadoo.
She married Joe Fredrick Melugin on June 18, 1960. Joe and Ozella lived for...
Marianna Bury, 78, of North Little Rock died July 31, 2025. She was born in Ludwigsburg, Germany October 7, 1946.
Visitation is 5:30-6:30 PM Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial is 11:00 AM Thursday, August 7, 2025 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with burial following at Calvary Cemetery.
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Dana Timbs, born on September 7, 1965, went to be with the Lord on July 31, 2025 at the age of 59.
Dana was a Lake Hamilton graduate, and later made a career as a Rural Carrier for USPS. She married her husband, Tony Timbs, on December 13, 2014.
Dana is preceded in death by her parents, Allen Young and Marie Timbs;...
In Loving Memory of Ronnie Pete Curtis
1937 - 2025
Today, we say goodbye to an extraordinary man. Ronnie Pete Curtis, age 87, went to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of strength, skill, and quiet wisdom. A master electrician by trade, he spent his life building, fixing, and helping-always with steady hands and a sharp mind. His work lit...
Iza Mell Irene McCoy, 102, born February 21, 1923, passed away on July 20, 2025. Her home was in Bonnerdale, Arkansas, at the homestead where her life began and where her memory will live on. She was the seventh of eleven children born to Arthur McCoy of Magnet Cove and Ava Etta Hopkins of Ola.
Iza is survived by her daughter,...
Donna Earlene Yandell Abbott, age 79, of Amity, passed away on July 30, 2025. Donna was born on February 25, 1946, in Kirby, Arkansas, to Linzy Rogers and Flossie (Hill) Rogers.She is preceded in death by her parents, Linzy and Flossie (Hill) Rogers, three brothers, James "Bud" Rogers, Delmar "Sebo" Rogers, and Robert Rogers, two sisters, Mary Watts and Becky...
Bulah Mae Case, a sweet and loving soul, peacefully passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on August 30, 1928, in Hawes, Arkansas, she lived a long and beautiful life grounded in family, faith, and service to others.
Bulah spent much of her professional life in telecommunications, working as a line manager for AT&T until the...
Linda June Coffman, age 77, of Kirby, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
She was born in Murfreesboro on October 11, 1947. She was the daughter of Arlie Mack and Ethel Sweeden Mack. She is preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Helen Simmons; and her two brothers, Clarence Mack and J.D. Mack.
She...
Martha Lillian Richards passed away just days before her 90th birthday. She was a homemaker, and a member of First Baptist Church, Maumelle.
Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Lillian Ruth (Hosmer) and Baxter Lafayette Clayton; husband, John D Richards, Jr., and sons: Eddie Melton, Slan A. Wallace and John Doug Richards, III.
Survivors include: children: Jessica Kovalski, Cyndy...
Deannine Haley, born on March 28, 1965, peacefully passed away on July 28, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion and dedication that characterized both her professional and personal life.
A devoted Rehabilitation Counselor for many years, Deannine had a profound impact on the lives she touched, employing her skills and empathy to support others in their journeys toward recovery...
Robert "Bob" Ercle Jernigan, Jr., affectionately known as "Uncle Bob or Robin", was born on October 25, 1947, in Pine Bluff Arkansas, to Robert E. Jernigan, Sr. and Edna E. Tabor Jernigan, He caught the heavenly bus at the age of 77 on July 28, 2025. Bob lived a life filled with dedication, passion, and a profound commitment to his...
Larry J. Martin, 75, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025.
He was the son of Hazel Dell (Humphreys) Martin Johnson and Joseph Benjamin Martin; stepson of William Johnson.
He is survived by his wife, Lori Buckner Martin; sister, Joyce Ingle of Hot Springs; sister-in-law, Nancy Buckner Beich and family of Florida; special cousins Pat Blees and Polly Caldwell,...
Maggie Jean Bass Parks
November 24, 1931 – July 28, 2025
Maggie Jean Bass Parks, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born in Little Rock on November 24, 1931, Maggie was the daughter of J.E. and Mattie Bass. She was a woman of quiet strength, deep conviction, and a heart full of love....
Beloved husband, dad, grand-dad, brother and friend, Norman Lee Bonde joined his Lord and Savior and re-united with his wife in his heavenly home peacefully on July 28th, aged 85, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Henry Bonde and Rachel (Spangler) Bonde gave birth to Norman on August 27th, 1939 at the hospital in Gothenburg, Nebraska.
Norman graduated valedictorian from Callaway High School...
Larry Joe Martin born December 4, 1949 in Dumas, Arkansas passed away July 28, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Visitation will be held on August 5, 2025 at Smith Little Rock Family Funeral Home from 4-6 PM. Please return for full obituary at a later time.
Keith Walsh, born on October 1, 1955, passed away on July 27, 2025 at the age of 69. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend,
Keith was known for his fun-loving and jovial personality. His favorite pastimes included playing guitar, fishing, and woodworking.
Keith was known by many for his years of service as a meat cutter.
Keith is survived by...
Hazel Louise (Lou) Yates, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, in Huntsville, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in Arkansas, Lou spent 91 wonderful years in her home state. She lived in Texas the last four years to be near her family.
Lou had many passions and pursuits, but the defining relationship of her life...
Vivian Welch, age 58, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 27th, 2025.Vivian was known for her big heart, warm smile, and unwavering love for those around her. She served her community as a Fire Fighter with Piney Fire Protection District. Vivian was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, she touched...
Charles Dudley Meadows Jr
Born in Oak Ridge, TN, to Charles Dudley Meadows and Marguerite (Gillespie) Meadows, Dudley grew up in Signal Mountain, TN, attending Signal Mountain Elementary, Signal Mountain Junior High and Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church.
He was in the Scouts, played Gra-Y softball and, most significantly, junior golf at Signal Mountain Golf and Country Club. This sport really took and...
James Maxiell was born in Scott, AR on January 24, 1932 and passed away in Carrollton, TX on July 26, 2025.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by funeral at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, North Little Rock. Burial with military honors to follow at the AR State Veterans Cemetery.
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