All Obituaries
Ryan A Hargraves
Jan 11, 2024
Ryan A Hargraves has peacefully passed away at the age of 70. He was born on November 17, 1953, in Van Nays, California, to Claire D. (Heald) Hargraves and Roger A. Hargraves.
Ryan served in the United States Army, and was a retired truck driver
Ryan was blessed to have two loving brothers, Bob Carter and Roger Hargraves, and a true friend,...
Gerald Duane Wood
Jan 11, 2024
Gerald Duane Wood, 84, of North Little Rock, passed away January 11, 2024. Born in Detroit, Michigan to William and Fern Wood. He retired from the military as a Loadmaster, with military service of 27 years. He was also a member of the Eastern Star, Masonic Lodge, and a Shriner.
He is survived by his children: Edward M. Wood...
Doris Elaine Weaver Barger
Jan 11, 2024
If someone were to take a moment in an attempt to define Doris Elaine (Weaver) Barger’s life purpose, the conclusion could easily be “devoted homemaker.” The description would be absolutely correct; however, the truth is, that her life went well beyond just making a home for her family. Doris, a long-time resident of the Ward, AR community, died at...
Shirley Smith
Jan 11, 2024
Shirley Virginia Smith, 85, of North Little Rock passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. She was born May 17, 1938 to Charles White and Mary Teresa Campbell.
Shirley worked at ARORA for many years as an accountant, then left to help run the accounting side of the family’s business, Dean’s Coffee Service, until she retired. She had many...
Elizabeth "Liz" Glosup Coleman
Jan 11, 2024
Elizabeth "Liz" Glosup Coleman, age 83, of Texarkana, formerly of Daisy, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024.
She was born on July 24, 1940, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, the daughter of Marvin Van Glosup and Oma Faye Bridges Gosup. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joe Rex Coleman; Her brother, Gerald Glosup; her two sisters,...
Richard Oscar Knight
Jan 11, 2024
Richard O. Knight, 91, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed from his earthly life to one of heavenly glory on January 11, 2024. He was born on May 18, 1932, in Point Cedar, Arkansas, to Lincoln O. and Leona C. Adcock Knight. He married the love of his life, Wanda Garrett Knight on January 17, 1953.
He was a 1950 graduate of...
Arthur Dale Garren
Jan 10, 2024
Arthur Dale Garren, 59, of Cabot, passed away on January 10, 2024. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas to Elvis Garren and Betty Sue Simpson on November 18, 1964.
Cremation services entrusted to Smith Little Rock Funeral Home.
Shirley Marie Beard
Jan 10, 2024
Shirley Marie Beard, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy. Born on January 24, 1953, in Houston, Arkansas, Shirley touched the lives of all who knew her with her infectious laughter and kind-hearted nature.Shirley dedicated many years of her life serving as a Certified Nursing Assistant...
Gerry Dee Bailey
Jan 10, 2024
Gerry Dee Bailey, 82, of Shannon Hills, Arkansas, formerly of Fort Wayne, Indiana and born and grew up in the Berne, Indiana area, made his final trip on January 10, 2024.
Gerry was born on June 26, 1941 to Blaine and Bette (Bauserman) Bailey. He spent his career doing sales work and the last years he started and grew...
Mark Anthony Otwell
Jan 10, 2024
Mark Anthony Otwell, 53, of Alexander, AR passed away on January 10, 2024. He was born on January 9, 1971 in Dallas, TX to Carl and Wanda Otwell.
Mark attended Sunset School for Preaching in Lubbock, TX. He worked as a bank teller and was a sales rep at many retail stores. He enjoyed singing, anything electronic, sports-especially football, but...
Janice Ruth Runyan
Jan 10, 2024
Janice Ruth Runyan, age 83, passed away on January 10, 2024. She was born on November 3, 1940 to Harmon and Jewel Townsend. Janice lived a fulfilling life surrounded by her loved ones.Janice was known for her love of gardening and spending time in her yard. She had a special fondness for flowers, particularly roses. Her yard was a testament...
Susan Donatacci
Jan 10, 2024
Susan Donatacci, 75, born February 15, 1948, to Albert and Dorothy Donatacci in Jersey City, New Jersey, passed away January 10, 2024, in Little Rock.
Sue worked as a receptionist/switchboard operator for various companies, including the FBI, the police department, and Lions World Services for the Blind. She also taught at Lions World.
She is preceded in death by her...
Donald Duane Knutson
Jan 10, 2024
Donald Duane Knutson passed away on January 10, 2024. Don was 88 years old. Don was born December 20, 1935 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and was reared in Austin, Minnesota by his loving adoptive parents, Clarence Simon Knutson and Caroline Rose Blahnik Knutson, both of whom preceded Don in death. Surviving Don are his beloved wife of almost 59 years, Norma...
Kenneth Ray Hahn
Jan 9, 2024
Ken Hahn passed away January 10, 2024, at his home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was 75. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Debbie Hahn, as well as his parents Hollie Hahn Smith and Ernest Hahn. Ken married Debra “Debbie” Lee Roberts on November 27, 1971, in Waco, Texas, just months after he graduated from...
Nova Raine Hill
Jan 9, 2024
Nova Raine Hill made her early debut on December 6, 2023, and passed away peacefully in her mother, Danielle's arms on January 9, 2024. While her time on this earth was far too short, her little life made a major impact and blessed so many.
Left to honor and cherish her memory is her mother, Danielle Hill (Searcy), her brother Landon...
Erick Eduardo Hernandez Monzon
Jan 9, 2024
Erick Eduardo Hernandez Monzon, 32, of Benton, AR passed away on January 9, 2024. He was born on July 3, 1991 in San Sebastian, Guatemala.
A visitation and service will start at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Benton Church of the Nazarene, 1203 W. Sevier St., Benton, AR.
Arrangements entrusted to Smith Benton Funeral Home. Check...
Melvin Moser
Jan 9, 2024
Melvin Moser, a cherished husband, devoted father, beloved grandfather, and a dear friend to many, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth that touched the lives of all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Moser, son Christopher Moser, Daughter Marla Morrissey (Michael), granddaughter Madison...
Mildred Marie Todd
Jan 9, 2024
Mildred Marie ToddBenton, AR - Mildred Marie Todd passed away on January 9, 2024, at the age of 86. She was born on May 22, 1937, in Glennwood, Arkansas. Mildred had a kind and loving heart that was evident to everyone she met.Mildred was known for her selflessness and putting others before herself. Her pleasant demeanor and beautiful smile drew...
Betty Jean Lewis
Jan 9, 2024
Betty Jean Lewis was called home on January 9th, 2024. Betty's faith in the Lord was strong and unwavering. Her faith and devotion were truly a beacon of light.
Betty was born Betty Jean Conkle on July 26, 1934. She grew up in the Children's Methodist Home in Little Rock with her 2 younger sisters, Juanita and June. She met her...
Barbara Anne Mitchell
Jan 8, 2024
Barbara Anne Barksdale Mitchell was born in Trenton, Tennessee on March 29, 1934 and departed this world to take her place beside her husband and the Lord on January 8, 2024.
Anne She was preceded in death by her husband of seventy years, Howard Lynn Mitchell, her daughter Amelia Anne Mitchell, her parents Guy Randell and Loueda Smithey Barksdale of...


