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Frank Parsons
Apr 24, 2026
On Friday, April 24, 2026, Frank Parsons passed peacefully, surrounded by family.
Frank Leon Parsons was born in Ysleta, Texas, in 1942, to Frank Melvin and Mary Magdalene (Née Thompson) Parsons. Frank was the youngest of five siblings, including Jim, Mary Francis, Ralph, and Donald.
Frank, Sr. and Mary raised their family in Memphis, TN, and El Paso. During high school, he...
Rance Allen Hood
Apr 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rance Allen Hood, a beloved father, brother, and friend, who departed this life unexpectedly after a short illness on April 24, 2026, at the age of 66. Rance was born on May 6, 1959, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana, to his loving parents, Hazel Lee Williams and Vernon Vincent....
Sharon Denese Nemetz
Apr 24, 2026
Celebrating the Life of
Sharon Denese Nemetz
July 3, 1957 – April 24, 2026
Sharon Denese Nemetz, 68, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, peacefully transitioned from this life on April 24, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Born on July 3, 1957, in Leland, Mississippi, Sharon was the beloved daughter of Benjamin Smith Jr. and Mary Lee Griffin-Smith. From a young age,...
Jane Fox
Apr 24, 2026
Catherine Jane Halbert Fox, known as Jane to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026, at the age of 86. Born in Gifford, Arkansas, in 1939, Jane grew up in Malvern before attending Ouachita Baptist College. It was there she met her future husband, Thurston Shelby Fox, who she married on April 7, 1961.
Throughout their life...
Laurence Covington
Apr 24, 2026
Laurence Dale Covington, lovingly known as “Dale” by his family, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026. He was born on February 10, 1949, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Omar (Homer) and Elizabeth Covington.
Dale lived a life full of creativity, kindness, and quiet strength. He had a deep passion for art and earned a master’s degree in fine arts. Whether he...
Youlanda Darlene Hesslund
Apr 24, 2026
Youlanda Darlene Hesslund, age 50, of Nashville, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026.
She was born in Ashdown on October 20, 1975. Youlanda was the daughter of John Robert Burch and Hazel Laverne McDaniel. She was preceded in death by her father; her two brothers, Wesley Aarrington and Donald Woody; her aunt, Martha Nell Woody; and her grandson, Alex Shields.
Youlanda...
Norma Nosen
Apr 24, 2026
Norma Jean Nosen walked through the pearly gates on Friday, April 24, 2026, wearing her favorite red shirt, her bright red hair shining, as she was reunited with her mother and baby brother—whom she spoke of often and held close in her heart.
Norma leaves behind her cherished housemates at Whit Davis ICF, along with her many dear friends from Pathfinder....
Virginia Ruth Singleton
Apr 24, 2026
Virginia Ruth Singleton, 83, of North Little Rock, passed away April 24,2026. Born in Wynne Arkansas to the late Charles and Viva Haynes. She is preceded in death by her loving husband William (Bill) Singleton, her daughter, Susan Pay, and brother Harold Haynes.
Throughout her life, Virginia wore many hats including running a RadioShack, taking care of children at her daycare...
Holly Michelle Reed
Apr 23, 2026
Holly Michelle Reed, 48, of White Hall, Arkansas, passed away on April 23, 2026, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff.
She was born on December 20, 1977, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Robin Wayne Roberson and Cheryl Lynn Pickard. Holly dedicated her life to caring for others and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Cavalier Healthcare in...
Kathryn Probst Clark
Apr 23, 2026
Kathryn Probst Clark, 97, of Little Rock passed away April 23, 2026. She was the second of four daughters born to Augie and Elsie Probst. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Mary Dolores Longinotti. She is survived by her sisters, Dorothy Melancon of Baton Rouge, LA., and Patricia Papan of Little Rock, along with many...
Lawrence "Larry" David Baltz
Apr 23, 2026
Lawrence David Baltz "Larry", age 74, passed away on April 23, 2026. He was born on June 16, 1951 in Pocahontas, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Genievieve Baltz; brothers, Aloysius "Al" Baltz and Ralph Baltz; and sisters Judy Randall and Henrietta Sigmund. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 43 years,...
Earl H Morris
Apr 22, 2026
Earl H. Morris, 68, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away April 22, 2026. He was born May 4, 1957, and leaves behind a legacy of love and unwavering devotion to all who knew and loved him. Family is asked to contact Smith Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, Arkansas, at (501) 778-7100, at their earliest convenience.
Gary Eugene French
Apr 22, 2026
Gary Eugene French, son of Carl Davis Elmore French and Leona Boyd French, was born in Little Rock, AR on June 6, 1946.
Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Regina, who passed on December 8, 2025, Gary was also preceded in death by his parents, a baby brother, Lloyd Verne French; sister, Gladys French Smith (Tooter); brother Carl Junior...
Melvin "Monk" Coy Davenport
Apr 21, 2026
Melvin Coy “Monk” Davenport, 83, born on October 10, 1942, of Jacksonville, passed away peacefully at his home on April 21, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Karin Davenport; parents Esther L. & Coy B. Davenport; a sister Geneva Bryant and brothers Donald Davenport, William Lee “Billie” Davenport and Dennis Davenport, Sr.
He left behind...
Owen Herman Curry, Jr.
Apr 21, 2026
Owen H. Curry, Jr, age 87 of Little Rock, Arkansas stepped into Heaven on April 21, 2026, resulting from a heart attack.
Owen was preceded in death by his daughter, Tami Renae Curry and parents, Owen Sr, and Nancy Curry.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Linda, the light of his life for 56 wonderful years as well as two daughters,...
David Gibbs
Apr 21, 2026
David Gibbs, affectionately known as "Coach," passed away on April 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by kindness and an unwavering commitment to those he loved. Born on February 2, 1948, in Bakersfield, California, David's life was marked by a profound devotion to his country and family.
David served his nation with valor as a staff sergeant in the United...
Robin Mitchell
Apr 21, 2026
Robin Mitchell, born June 5, 1959, peacefully passed away on April 21, 2026. Her life was a beacon of unwavering faith and resilience, a testament to a spirit that remained steadfast in the face of adversity. For 23 years, Robin bravely battled the challenges of dialysis without a single complaint, embodying a strength that inspired all who knew her. Throughout...
Stephen Vincent Pruss, Sr
Apr 21, 2026
Stephen Vincent Pruss, Sr., age 86, of the Marche community in North Little Rock, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Born to Vincent and Josephine Pruss, Stephen carried a deep pride in his Polish heritage throughout his life. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, where his faith remained a steady foundation and source of strength.
Stephen...
Evelyn Ison
Apr 21, 2026
Evelyn Ison, 88, of Sherwood passed April 21, 2026. She was born, December 1, 1937 in North Little Rock to the late Vera Owens Shirley and William H. Shirley. Evelyn was also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Jimmie Lee Ison, and a sister, Marion F. Shirley.
Survivors include, a daughter, Cheryl Yeager (Keith) of North Little Rock;...
Walter Rolland Pollich, III
Apr 20, 2026
Walter Rolland Pollich, III, a man whose life was defined by faith, kindness, and dedicated service, passed away on April 20, 2026, in Benton, Arkansas. Born on January 16, 1963, in Inglewood, California, Walter-known warmly as Wally-lived a life rich in both professional achievement and personal compassion.
Wally was a proud graduate of Lake Hamilton High School and pursued further education...
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