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Leonard "LC" Charles Bates Sr.
Jun 12, 2026
Leonard “LC” Charles Bates Sr., 79, of North Little Rock passed away Friday June 12, 2026. He was born December 31, 1946, to the late George and Ledora Bates.
L.C. accepted Christ at an early age and later became a Deacon at New Cavalry Temple COGIC. His faith was not confined to a building: it was the quiet guiding force of...
Kenneth Latrail McElroy
Jun 11, 2026
Kenneth L. “Kenny” McElroy passed away on June 11, 2026. He was born in San Diego, California, to Sharron and Kenneth McElroy.
Kenny spent 40 years of his life in Southern California, a place his heart never truly left. No matter where life took him, he was loved by many and made friends wherever he went.
Above all else, Kenny was a...
Robert A. Ballentine
Jun 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Robert A. Ballentine, age 94, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, who passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026.
Born on February 2, 1932, in Louisiana, Robert was the son of Eunice Napoleon Ballentine and Katie Caroline Roberts. From an early start in the ROTC program, which paved the way for...
Sarah Jane Esch
Jun 10, 2026
Sarah Jane Esch (Stokes), 82, formerly of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at her home in Conway, Arkansas, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on April 11, 1944, Holly Grove, Arkansas, Sarah lived a life defined by faith, service, kindness, creativity, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was...
Joseph Allen Fusie
Jun 10, 2026
Joseph Fusie, 77, of Lebanon, Missouri passed away in the early hours of June 10th, 2026. Born in 1948 he spent his early childhood and young adult life in Missouri. He joined the Army in 1967 and was deployed to Vietnam where he served his country with pride and distiction before being wounded in action. He was honorably discharged in...
Father John O. Oswald
Jun 10, 2026
The Rev. JOHN OSCAR OSWALD, age 90, died peacefully on June 10, 2026, at Parkway Village Nursing Care. He was born on October 21, 1935, in Little Rock to Oscar J. and Hilda M. Oswald. He is survived by his sister Johanna C. Oswald, his brother Fred M. Oswald and wife Sarah Spencer of Little Rock; and his brother Mark...
Hellen Rachilla
Jun 9, 2026
Hellen Cantrell Rachilla passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Hellen was preceded in death by her sisters, Shirley Gillemand and Sue Miller.
She is survived by her devoted partner of more than 21 years, Floyd Baker; her daughter, Debby Cantrell Butler (Mark); her son, Todd Cantrell (Jamie); her brother, Tony Rachilla (Debbie); her sisters,...
Peggy Cook Vernon
Jun 9, 2026
Peggy Cook Vernon, 83, of Conway, passed away June 9, 2026. She was born on December 11, 1942 to the late Eunice (Hunnicutt) Adams.
Although she grew up in North Little Rock, she spent the last part of her life in Conway. She enjoyed fishing on the lake, as Lake Conway was her backyard. She had a green thumb and was...
Debra J. Bryant
Jun 9, 2026
Debra J. Bryant, born on June 1, 1956, in North Bend, Oregon, to parents, Troy L. Bryant and Marlene (Abbott) Bryant-Ramos, who preceded her in death along with her brother, David Bryant; and step-father, Jesse "Papa" Ramos. She passed away on June 9, 2026. Throughout her life, Debra was known for her radiant smile and the joyful spirit she carried,...
Ralph Gregory "Greg" Simmons
Jun 9, 2026
Ralph Gregory “Greg” Simmons, Jr passed away Tuesday June 9, 2026 at his home. Greg was born to Ralph and Ella Simmons on September 15, 1944 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He married his wife of 60 years, Louise Moran, in 1966. Together they had three children.
Greg was a jack of all trades. He retired as a Captain from the Little...
David "Gary" Puckett
Jun 9, 2026
With the deepest love, we announce the passing of David Gary Puckett, a devoted and caring father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. David Gary, known to his loved ones as Gary, was born on December 23, 1945 in Stuttgart, Arkansas to loving parents Paul Clive Puckett and Estelle Clementine Henley Puckett.
He taught his family the value of family...
Larry "Bubba" Wayne Clark, Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Larry “Bubba” Wayne Clark Sr., age 77, of Arkadelphia passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at his home. He was born June 5, 1949 in Shiloh, Arkansas to the late Ernest Judge and Bernice (Smith) Clark. Bubba loved to ride his Harley and enjoyed fishing when he had time. He found joy in aggravating his grandchildren. Bubba enjoyed breakfast at...
Travis Glenn Gregory
Jun 8, 2026
Travis Glenn Gregory, age 89 of Center Point, Arkansas, in Howard County, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born in Pisgah, Arkansas, on April 6, 1937, and was a graduate of Delight High School, class of 1956. He immediately enlisted in the...
Mary Lillian "Lil" Taylor
Jun 8, 2026
Mary Lillian “Lil” Taylor
November 16, 1937 – June 8, 2026
Mary Lillian “Lil” Taylor, age 88 of Ward, Arkansas, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on June 8, 2026. A woman of profound Christian faith, Lil’s life was a beautiful testament to her devotion to God, her family, and her community.
Early Life and Education
Lil was born on November...
Tonya LeAnn Nelson
Jun 8, 2026
Tonya Leann Nelson, 58, passed away on June 8, 2026. She was born on May 10, 1968, in Benton, Arkansas, and spent her life devoted to the people she loved most.
Tonya worked as a bookkeeper for 32 years, putting her associate degree in accounting and strong work ethic to good use throughout her career. She was dependable, hardworking, and took...
Thomas "Tommy" Anthony Battisto
Jun 8, 2026
Thomas “Tommy” Anthony Battisto,67, of Little Rock, passed away June, 8, 2026, after a 3-year heroic battle with cancer. Tommy passed at home surrounded in love by his family. Tommy was born November 28, 1958 to Faye and Tom Battisto.
Tommy is survived in death by his daughter, Magan Elizabeth Battisto and his son Justin Matthew Battisto. He is also survived...
Frankie Holland
Jun 8, 2026
Frankie Oneeda Holland, age 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 8, 2026. Born on September 9, 1929, in Mount Vernon, Arkansas, Frankie lived a life centered on family, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. She graduated from McRae High School and later returned there to work during her adult years, where she...
Sarah Pruss Haynes
Jun 7, 2026
Sarah Virginia Pruss Haynes spent 77 years tending gardens, decorating for Christmas, feeding people and wildlife alike, and keeping up with the lives of those she loved. On Sunday, June 7, 2026, she left this world peacefully, leaving behind a family and friends who loved her deeply.
Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Sarah was raised in North Little Rock and attended...
Tiffany McCann
Jun 6, 2026
Tiffany Lynn McCann, age 32, went to be with the Lord on June 6th, 2026, in Amity, Arkansas.She was the daughter of Shane and Crystal Coffman, born on January 23rd, 1994, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.She was preceded in death by her niece, Jody Brook Davis, and her nephew, Landon Tiberius Cortez.Tiffany was wild, free-spirited, and unapologetically herself. She never tried...
Herman Dewayne Harley
Jun 6, 2026
Herman Dewayne Harley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away on June 6, 2026. Dr Harley was a distinguished licensed certified social worker and esteemed leader in the field of mental health. Born on January 9, 1942, in Malvern, Arkansas, Herman devoted his life to advancing mental health services and advocating for individuals facing mental health challenges....
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