Virginia Beard Lester
Apr 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Virginia Beard Lester
August 8, 1942 – April 25, 2025
Virginia Beard Lester, age 82, of Lafayette, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, in Little Rock, under the compassionate care of Arkansas Hospice.
Born in Alton, Illinois, on August 8, 1942, Virginia was the daughter of the late Kline and Edwina (Syme) Grigsby. A gifted student and...
Sharon Dianne Lovett
Apr 24, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Dianne Hartwick Lovett, aged 72, of Sherwood, Arkansas on April 24, 2025. She was born on November 24, 1952, to the late William Ocie and Mary Hartwick in North Little Rock, AR, where she was raised. She is known as Dianne to many but her biggest role and...
Barbara Lehmann McKinney
Apr 24, 2025
Barbara Lehmann McKinney, age 78, of Sims, AR, passed away on April 24, 2025. She was born on August 17, 1946, to Tobe and Helen Lehmann in Mena, Arkansas.
Barbara graduated from Mena High School in the class of 1964. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Mount Ida. She worked as a compliance officer at Union Bank of...
Charlotte Fay Cannon
Apr 24, 2025
Charlotte Fay Davis Cannon was born on February 9, 1942 in Morton, Washington. She passed away on April 24, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Katherine Patterson (stepfather Pat Patterson), father, Ray Davis (Wilma), brother, Ronnie Davis (Betty), and husband of 58 years, Doyle Edward Cannon.
She is survived by her daughter Tamara (James Tate)...
Joy Sorrells
Apr 24, 2025
Joy Sorrells was born on June 19, 1941, to Oren and Lecie Sanders and graduated from Lake Hamilton High School in 1959. She met the love of her life, Tommy Sorrells, during a school play in 1958—both were seniors and cast members. After graduating, Joy worked for an insurance company from 1959 to 1962.
Tommy and Joy briefly lost touch when...
John Steven Seals
Apr 24, 2025
John Steven Seals, 63, passed away on April 24, 2025. He was born to Jimmy and Ann Seals on January 5, 1962, in Benton, Arkansas.
Steven is survived by his brother, Bobby, and three sons: Brad, Wes, and Nick.
Preceding him in death were his father and mother, as well as his siblings: Ricky, Eddie, and Elaine.
He loved his friends and family...
David Wayne Adcock
Apr 23, 2025
David Wayne Adcock, 56, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025. He was born June 24, 1968, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Little Rock. David was the beloved son of Vicki (Hallmark) and Harley Wayne Adcock of North Little Rock.
He is survived by his parents, along with extended family members and dear friends. He was...
Karen Holly Stevens
Apr 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Karen Holly Stevens, who went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2025 surrounded by her beloved family.
Karen was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a proud grandmother, and a faithful servant of Christ. She was the heart of the Stevens family and built...
Bruce Edward Thomson
Apr 23, 2025
Bruce Edward Thomson, beloved husband, father, and mechanic, passed away April 23, 2025, at the age of 74. Born April 10, 1951, he leaves behind a legacy of kindness, support and unwavering integrity.
He was known far and wide as a man who kept his word and always went the extra mile for everyone he met. His dedication to his work...
Johnce Lyle Parrish
Apr 23, 2025
Johnce Lyle Parrish, age 78, of Glenwood, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, April 23, 2025, at his home, his family by his side.
Born on December 24, 1946, in Whittier, California, Johnce was the son of Johnce Erskin Parrish and "Jill" Joan Lyle Banna Parrish. He graduated from La Mirada High School in 1964, where he met his high...
Lou Simpson
Apr 23, 2025
Lou Simpson, age 85, of Arkadelphia passed away April 23, 2025. She was born July 25, 1939 in Amity, Arkansas to the late Ed Markham, and Oma Runyan and P.W. Ligon. She was a retired secretary at the Arkadelphia Human Development Center and a member of First United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, L.A....
Eunice "Josie" Smith
Apr 22, 2025
Eunice Josphine “Josie” Smith, 84, of Sherwood, Arkansas went to be with her Savior April 22, 2025. She was born August 31, 1940 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to the late John and Carrie Weaver.
Josie was a longtime member of Sherwood First Baptist Church where she was a very active member. She worked in the Nursery and later sang in the...
Teresa Mills
Apr 22, 2025
Teresa Ann Mills, 56, left this world on April 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, compassion, and an undeniable zest for life.
She found joy in the simplest pleasures—riding on the back of a motorcycle with the wind in her hair, spending time with loved ones at U.S. Pizza, and sharing laughter over a few drinks with her sisters...
Owen Wagner
Apr 22, 2025
Owen Wagner, age 83, of Odessa, Texas passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. He was born September 1, 1941 in Brady, Texas to the late Jess and Jessie Wagner. Owen was a member of the American Legion and was a proud United States Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He loved fishing, hunting, and playing poker. Owen also enjoyed...
James "Jim" Looney
Apr 22, 2025
James "Jim" Looney, a beloved member of our community, peacefully passed away on April 22, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on August 2, 1940, in Trumann, Arkansas, Jim was a dedicated man who lived his life with passion and purpose.
Jim was a proud owner of Looney's Tire Stores, which he opened in 1974. His dedication to his craft...
Phillip Morris Stiles
Apr 22, 2025
Phillip Morris "Foxman" Stiles, born on January 25, 1944, in Holly Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025. He was a dedicated and skilled plant manager for a brass foundry, where he was respected for his professionalism and commitment to excellence.
Known affectionately by the nickname "Foxman," which he proudly carried as his CB handle, Phillip was a man...
Jack Dennis Jones
Apr 22, 2025
Jack Dennis Jones, age 64, of Delight, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025
He was born on December 5, 1960, in Prescott. Jack was the son of Donald Jones and Mary Ruth Johnson Jones. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Jack was a member of Delight Methodist Church. For many years he worked as a truck driver. He loved fishing,...
Aria Rae Johnson
Apr 22, 2025
Aria Rae Johnson, 28 days old, of Little Rock, AR gained her angel wings on April 22, 2025. Aria blessed the world with her presence on March 26, 2025. She was welcomed by her parents, Jon and Sophie Johnson and her sister, Mia Grace.
Aria leaves behind to cherish her memory, her grandparents: Rex "Ba" and Kristin Bumpass "Yaya" of White...
Phillip Royce Davis
Apr 21, 2025
Phillip Royce Davis, 73, of Hot Springs, AR passed away at home on April 21, 2025.
Phil was born on August 12, 1951 in Jefferson, Kentucky, the son of Cecil Davis and Fronda Davis née Bradshaw.
Phil retired from Delta Airlines and worked for many years as a truck driver, travelling all over the continental United States.
Phil was a member of Benton...
Dr. William Michael Kleine
Apr 21, 2025
William Michael Kleine, born April 4, 1948, to William Kleine and Ethel Elaine Mullins Kleine, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Michael is survived by his wife, Susan Martin Kleine; daughter, Amy Kleine; sister, Patricia (Allan) Rumbaugh; niece, Jenny (Dustin) Schmidt; brother in-law Jeff (Christina) Martin; and nieces Susan Darnell and Rachel Martin.
Michael grew up...