Ashley Nicole Penrod
Oct 4, 2023
Ashley Nicole Penrod, age 31, of Daisy, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
She was born on June 15, 1992, in Hot Springs. Ashley was preceded in death by her grandparents, Royce and Verna Moore and Bennie Ray and Dorothy Roberts. Ashley was a graduate of Kirby High School and obtained her CNA license and her Administrator license,...
Jattice Marie Mullins
Oct 4, 2023
Jattice Marie Mullins, age 74, of Norman, passed away on October 4, 2023.
She was born on August 24, 1949, in Norman, the daughter of Otto Hill and Helen Williams Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Darren Mullins; her three granddaughters, Marissa Reynolds, Molly Mullins, and Cassandra Mullins; and her infant brother.
Jattice...
Ronald Roy Singel
Oct 4, 2023
Ronald Roy Singel of Sherwood, age 83, passed away on Oct. 4 at home. He was born June 24, 1940, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Dorothy and John Singel. He attended Bowling Green University where he met his future wife Julianne Reedy. They were married on Sept. 21, 1963, and recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. He retired from the Air...
Roberta Fern Graves
Oct 4, 2023
Roberta Fern (Koon) Graves, age 92, passed away peacefully October 4, 2023. She was born August 6, 1931 to Jeff and Iris Koon. She was married to James Joshua Graves and had 4 children – James Graves, Michael Graves, Donna Taylor and Deana Graves; 14 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by...
Brent Edward Knoedl
Oct 4, 2023
Brent Edward Knoedl, 62, of Bryant passed away on October 4, 2023. He was born September 13, 1961, in Little Rock to Joe Knoedl and Joyce Shadrick Knoedl. He graduated from McClellan High School. He was a food broker for over 30 years, and most recently for Schraad Sales & Marketing. Brent was an avid Arkansas Razorback and St. Louis...
Loyd Charles Stanley
Oct 4, 2023
Following a valiant six-year battle with metastatic cancer, Loyd Charles Stanley, a man of wit and wisdom, died Wednesday, October 4th with his loving wife, Kaye, at his side. Loyd’s life was guided by a mantra he held dear: “never criticize, condemn or complain.” He never did.
Loyd and Kaye enjoyed a marital journey spanning 27 years, though if you...
Kathryn "Little Granny" Grider
Oct 3, 2023
Kathryn “Little Granny” Grider, age 95, of Caddo Gap, passed away on October 3, 2023.
She was born on May 17, 1928, in Bloomington, Indiana, the daughter of Clarence Edward Wicker and Roxie Ann May Wicker. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her two sons, Jeffery Barrick and Edward Wicker.
Kathryn was a member of...
Kenneth Ray Holley
Oct 3, 2023
Kenneth Ray Holley, 75, of Sherwood passed away October 3, 2023 in North Little Rock. He was born to the late Lillie (Glover) and Monroe Holley of Keo, AR on July 15, 1948. Kenneth served in the United States Army and retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. In his retirement years, he enjoyed playing golf and spending time with...
Maria Trujillo
Oct 3, 2023
Maria Trujillo, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 3, 2023.
She was born on December 28, 1953, in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Maria was adored by her family and friends for her unconditional love and nurturing nature. Maria was preceded in death by her parents, Eliseo Vargas and Macrina Maria Vargos Solano.
Maria was a beacon of love and...
Mary Carolyn Griffin Strother
Oct 3, 2023
Mary Carolyn Griffin Strother, age 83, of Cotton Plant, died October 3, 2023. She was born on her grandfather’s farm near Shaw, Mississippi on April 21, 1940, to Woodrow and Ruth Thompson Griffin. She graduated from Inverness High School in 1958. She was a long-time employee of Fowler Funeral Home in Brinkley. In a long career prior to that, she...
James "Jim" Edwin Perkins
Oct 2, 2023
James “Jim” Edwin Perkins, 88 years old, of Benton, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2023. He was born March 18, 1935, in Bauxite, Arkansas to the late Jack and Hazel Perkins.
Jim was in the U.S. Air Force and retired after serving over 22 years at the Rank of MSGT. ...
Terri Stroh
Oct 2, 2023
Terri Stroh, a beloved soul with a vibrant spirit, passed away on October 2, 2023. She had a clever sense of humor, brightening the days of many people. Terri had an unwavering commitment to sobriety for 35 years as a friend of Bill W. As an avid woodworker, her intelligence, attention to detail, and love of wood can be seen...
Hardene Alice Colclasure
Oct 2, 2023
Hardene Alice Colclasure, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 2, 2023. She was born on November 2, 1938, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Clifford Kellensworth and Hazel Adams.Hardene led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family. After working as an executive secretary for some time, she made the decision to prioritize her children and became...
Michael Edward Ledbetter
Oct 1, 2023
Michael Edward Ledbetter, 60, of Bismarck, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his home.
He was born June 27, 1963, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to John Edward Ledbetter and Alene Thomas Ledbetter.
Michael worked as a floor maintenance technician with Wal-Mart.
Per Michael’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral or memorial service....
Jewell Dean (Buck) Hughes
Oct 1, 2023
Jewell Dean (Buck) Hughes, age 95, a beloved educator and a cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023, in Sheridan, Arkansas.Jewell Dean was born on July 21, 1928, in Alpine, Arkansas to Carrol Buck and Cornelius Thompkins Buck. From a young age, she exhibited a passion for education and went on to earn a Master's...
Elizabeth Denise "Babydoll" Calley Whisenhunt
Sep 29, 2023
Elizabeth Denise "Babydoll" Calley Whisenhunt, age 43, of Delight, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023.
She was born on March 27, 1980, in Vancouver, Canada. On June 6, 1998, she was married to the love of her life, Steve Whisenhunt, who always lovingly referred to her as "Babydoll". She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Forrest and Margret...
Laura R. Miller
Sep 29, 2023
Laura R. Miller, 51, of Maumelle, Arkansas passed away September 29, 2023. She was born on January 31, 1972 in Texas to Hubert Edward and Sandra K. (Heffington) Miller.
Celebration of Life service will held on Friday, Oct 13 @ New Life Church (8000 Crystal Hill Rd, North Little Rock) at 11:am.
Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online...
Joyce Ann Davis-West
Sep 29, 2023
Joyce Ann Davis-West, age 80, of Beebe, passed away on Friday, September 29th, 2023. She was born March 29, 1943, at Moro Arkansas, to the late Jacob Wilson Free and Edna Etchison Free.
Joyce was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a devout Christian and a member of the West-side Church of Christ in Cabot, Arkansas.
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Lynne Anne Baum
Sep 29, 2023
Lynne was truly the human form of love and light. She radiated pure love and positive energy. From childhood Lynne had an innate ability to see into someone’s soul and know exactly how they needed to be loved. It was her superpower. She was always unapologetically, unabashedly, and authentically herself. She was a natural born nurturer. She loved unapologetically, with...
William "Bill" Gerald Riley
Sep 29, 2023
William "Bill" Gerald Riley, a beloved figure in the sports community and a devoted member of his church, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 29, 2023. Bill was born on December 5, 1949, in Bastrop, Louisiana, to Clinton and Ruby (Ashley) Riley.Bill's passion for sports led him to become a dedicated high school coach for over 28 years....