Donna Abbott
Jun 6, 2025
Donna Abbott, age 76 of Newcastle, passed away Friday June 6, 2025. Donna Sue Rains was born October 17, 1948 in Azusa, CA, the oldest of four children born to Jessie Lloyd Rains and Ola Laverne (Orr) Rains. She was raised primarily in Beebe, AR where she attended school. Donna was the proud mother of four children, sons Bobby and...
Donald (Don) Ballard
Jun 6, 2025
Donald Ballard, age 84 of Beebe, went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1941, in Hickory Plains to Lewis and Muriel Ballard.
Don was a retired Engineer for Union Pacific and a member of Open Arms Assembly. He was an avid gardener and loved sharing his produce with everyone.
He is survived by...
Patsy Spoon
Jun 5, 2025
Patsy Louise Spoon, of Hot Springs, passed away on June 5th at the age of ninety. Welcoming her to the Kingdom of Heaven are her parents, Mary Matilda (Collier) and William Preston Teal, her sister Maxine Teal, her brother Jerry Teal, and her daughter Vickie Taylor. She is survived by her brother James Teal, her daughters Debbie Spoon and Connie...
Myrtle Lee Woodall
Jun 5, 2025
Myrtle Lee Woodall, age 78, of Kirby, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. She was born on February 14, 1946 in Mississippi. She was the daughter of James E. Langley and Elizabeth Riley. Myrtle enjoyed caring for her flowers. She was a member of Abundant Faith Church in Glenwood. Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents and sister,...
Budd "Buddy" Dorris
Jun 5, 2025
Mr. Budd (Buddy) Dorris, 75, of Little Rock, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Born on July 9, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas, he proudly served as a Vietnam Veteran in the Navy and later built a career in sales and architectural drafting. Buddy was a devoted husband to Karen for 36 years and a loving father to his three...
Kathy Dean Martin
Jun 5, 2025
Kathy Dean Martin, 74, of North Little Rock went to be with the Lord June 5, 2025. She was born July 28, 1950 in Little Rock, to the late Margie (Kelley) and Paul Henderson.
She is survived by her daughter, Amanda Martin of North Little Rock, sister Cindy (Johnny) Spradlin of North Little Rock, brother Danny Henderson (Cindy) of North Little...
Barbara Jean Kresse
Jun 5, 2025
Barbara Jean Lewis Kresse, 96, of Maumelle, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025—just one day after celebrating her 96th birthday surrounded by family. It was just like her to go out with a party, leaving this world as she lived in it: with love, joy, and grace.
Born on June 4, 1929, in North Little Rock, Barbara was a...
Jerry Lonnie Maulden
Jun 5, 2025
Jerry L. Maulden, a man whose life journey took him from humble beginnings to significant personal and professional achievements, passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 88. He is now reunited with his beloved daughter, mother, father, brother, and sister.
Jerry was born in Shirley, Arkansas on August 13, 1936 to Gay and Thelma Maulden. On April 6,...
Jimmie Morris Bell
Jun 5, 2025
Jimmie Morris Bell, age 93 of Cabot, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2025. Jimmie was born on February 5, 1932, in McRae, Arkansas to Carvel and Ruby Bell.
He retired from Safeway as a meat cutter. Jimmie was an Army Vet of the Korean War, a member of Cabot United Methodist Church, and enjoyed being a volunteer...
Jonnie Kay “Jupie” Tolbert Westbrook
Jun 4, 2025
Jonnie Kay “Jupie” Tolbert Westbrook of Little Rock died peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on June 4, 2025.
She was born on March 11, 1941, to Horace Jonathan and Georgia Mae Tolbert in Clarksville, Arkansas. She was the third girl in a family who wanted a son, so she was named Jonnie, after her father. She fought a...
Nancy Christina Posey
Jun 4, 2025
Nancy Christina Neal Posey, born October 17, 1922, went home to be with Jesus on June 4, 2025. She was 102 years of age.
Christina is preceded in death by her parents Alfred Lewis Neal and Mary Lee Christian Neal, her husband of 72 years Carroll Posey Sr., and her daughter Nancy Posey Apple.She is survived by daughter Dolores Posey Burns...
Nancy C. Eddy
Jun 3, 2025
Nancy Catherine Eddy, born July 14, 1947, passed away June 3, 2025, at Arkansas Hospice. Nancy devoted her life to growing and nurturing others; whether through teaching, advocating for those without a voice, or through her passionate activism and volunteer work.
She was a loving sister and aunt, teacher and counselor, a Master Naturalist, and a steadfast advocate for labor rights...
Earl Ballentine
Jun 3, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Earl Ballentine. His gentle spirit, sharp mind, and loving heart touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a constant source of support, guidance, and love. He cherished all who knew him and found joy in the simple things. His intelligence, kindness, and generosity inspired us all. He cheered us...
Lidamae Byram Bowers
Jun 3, 2025
Lidamae Byram Bowers, a beloved matriarch and a radiant spirit, was born on July 11, 1937, to John Beshears and Ida Foil. Her journey on this earth concluded on June 3, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and creativity that will be cherished by her family and friends.
Lidamae had a profound love for Jesus, which guided her life...
Benedict "Ben" Joseph Janacek
Jun 3, 2025
Benedict "Ben" Joseph Janacek, age 79, of Mount Ida, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
He was born on May 28, 1946, in Pampa, Texas. He was the son of Benedict Anton Janacek and Olga Anna Rohan Janacek. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his older brother, Phil Janacek.
Ben served 4 years in the United States Air...
JB Threat
Jun 3, 2025
JB Threat, age 77, of McRae went to be with the Lord on June 3, 2025. He was born on August 19, 1947, in Forrest City, Arkansas to John and Nancy Threat.
He was an Army veteran and a 35-year member of Shiloh Baptist Church. JB retired from Matthews International.
JB is survived by his wife, Carol; 2 daughters, Jodi (Todd) Johnson...
Matthew Suit
Jun 2, 2025
Matthew Derek Suit, age 53, (better known to his family and friends as Derek or Bub) went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 2, 2025, with friends and family by his side. Derek was born on November 29, 1971 in Little Rock, AR to Robert Max Suit and Doris June Suit.
Derek is preceded in death by his parents;...
Steven George
Jun 2, 2025
Steven George Passed away on June 2, 2025. He was born on July 21, 1952 to Albert and Mary George in Hot Springs, Ar.
Shelby May Meyers
Jun 2, 2025
Shelby May Meyers, born on July 27, 1992, in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on June 2, 2025. A devoted and compassionate caregiver, Shelby dedicated her life to the healthcare profession, earning her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license from the Arkansas Health Center. Most recently, she provided heartfelt care as a CNA at Crown Point Assisted Living, where she worked...
Donna Suit
Jun 2, 2025
Donna Lynn Ferrell was born to Bernie and Ruby Ferrell on March 26, 1947. She attended Lake Hamilton school where she played basketball throughout her high school years before graduating in the spring of 1965. Donna L. Ferrell met the one and only love of her life, Larry G. Suit. They were married on December 21, 1969, when she was...