All Obituaries

James H Garner

James H Garner

Sep 16, 2023

James (Jim) H. Garner, a great and honest man, passed September 16, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born in Batesville, Arkansas, on September 3, 1939, he was the son of Hubert and Nell Garner and brother of the late Margaret Barger.

Jim's life was a testament to his unwavering love for his family. He shared 62 wonderful years of marriage...

Hazel Mullen

Hazel Mullen

Sep 16, 2023

 

Hazel Mullen, age 84, of Hot Springs, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023.

She was born on June 12, 1939, in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Henry Epp and Anna Vogt Epp.  She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Tim Fryhover, her sister, Jo Ann Janus; her first husband, Charles Fryhover; and her second husband,...

Johnny "J.W." Walters

Johnny "J.W." Walters

Sep 15, 2023

 

John “J. W.” Walters, age 69, of Pearcy, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023.

He was born on December 5, 1953, in El Dorado, Arkansas, the son of O. L.”Walt” Walters and Dorothy Elder Walters. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law and mother-in-law, George Guell and Bea Millard; two brothers-in-law, Roy York and David...

George Russell Crowder Jr.

George Russell Crowder Jr.

Sep 15, 2023

George Russell Crowder, Jr. 83, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away September 15, 2023. He was born September 13, 1940 in San Diego, California to the late George and Iva Russell.

George is preceded in death by his son, Steven Crowder and brother, Ed Crowder. He is survived by his wife, Carla Crowder; daughter, Christi Andrews; son, Thomas Crowder; grandchildren, Kayla,...

Kenneth "Kenny" A. Fant

Kenneth "Kenny" A. Fant

Sep 15, 2023

Kenneth "Kenny" A. Fant, age 66, made his heavenly flight on Friday, September 15, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on March 21, 1957, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of the late Cecil and Billie Ruth Fant.After graduating from Dierks High School in 1975, Kenny married his high school sweetheart and the true love of...

Cecil Lloyd House

Cecil Lloyd House

Sep 15, 2023

Cecil Lloyd House, age 91, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 15, 2023, while resting peacefully at home with many loved ones by his side.  He was born on November 8, 1931, in Holly Springs, AR, to James Lloyd and Mary House, the youngest of seven siblings.  He was the only son and enjoyed the...

Charles Long

Charles Long

Sep 15, 2023

 

Charles Albert Long, age 80, of Beebe, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord September 15, 2023.  He was born on March 29, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to Albert and Audrey Long.  Charles was a member of the Beebe First United Methodist Church where he loved serving the Lord.  He enjoyed reading, working in his wood shop, his...

James Calvin Scarlett

James Calvin Scarlett

Sep 14, 2023

James Scarlett, 82, passed away September 14, 2023. Memorial service will be 10am 9/28 at Smith Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. Little Rock AR 72205.

William "W.D." Jett

William "W.D." Jett

Sep 14, 2023

 

W.D. Jett, age 69, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023.

He was born on August 26, 1954, in Beaver, Oklahoma, the son of Winton Jett and Billie (Gardner) Jett. W.D. was a Laverne (Oklahoma) High School valedictorian.  He graduated from Southwestern University with a Biology degree, before moving on to Oklahoma University...

Oliver Wendell Hawkins

Oliver Wendell Hawkins

Sep 14, 2023

Oliver Wendell Hawkins, 69, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 14, 2023.  He was born in Benton, Arkansas on October 11, 1954 to parents Lewis and Ann (Moore) Hawkins.

Oliver was a very private man who enjoyed his own company.  He loved his family.

Oliver will be missed by all who knew him.

Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home.  Online...

John "Bruce" Garrett, Sr.

John "Bruce" Garrett, Sr.

Sep 14, 2023

John “Bruce” Garrett, Sr., of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on September 14, 2023. He was born in Merdian, Mississippi on May 26, 1947 to Robert and Sybil Garrett.

Bruce is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Robert Garrett, Jr.

He is survived by one son, John Garrett, Jr.; one daughter, Janna Garrett; and grandchildren, Lawson...

Joseph "Joe" Arthur Franz

Joseph "Joe" Arthur Franz

Sep 14, 2023

JOSEPH “JOE” ARTHUR FRANZ, age 79, went to be with the Lord at home in Arkadelphia, Arkansas on September 14, 2023. He was born October 21, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Oswald “Ozzie” A. Franz, Jr and Elizabeth “Betty” Hamlin Franz. Joe was raised in Thayer, Missouri.

Joe married his High School Sweetheart, Bonnie, June 20, 1964, in...

Bobby Joe Goforth

Bobby Joe Goforth

Sep 14, 2023

Bobby Joe Goforth, 87, of Cullman, AL, formerly of Jacksonville, AR, passed from his earthly home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, September 14, 2023.  He was born to William and Clara Goforth in England, AR on October 1, 1935. Bob was retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sergeant after 22 years...

Yovani Gabriel Mendez

Yovani Gabriel Mendez

Sep 13, 2023

Yovani Gabrielle Mendez

Born Wednesday 09/13/2023 at 7:40am to Amber Hurtado and Miguel Méndez at Baptist Health Hospital of Conway. Weighing 6 oz and 8.5 inches long. Yovani gained his wings on 09/13/2023 at 9:24am.

Yovani is survived by Aunts Nichole Manzanares and Shannon Wofford.

Cousins Eliana Martinez, Brianna Williams, Kurstian, Deven Wofford, and Ari’el Jones.

Maternal Grandparents Frank...

Tracie Pugh Medders

Tracie Pugh Medders

Sep 13, 2023

 

Tracie Pugh Medders, 56, passed away September 13th . She is survived by her loving husband, Brent Medders. Tracie’s Celebration of Life will be Saturday 9/16 at noon at Rusty Tractor Vineyards, 10 Rusty Tractor Ln Little Rock AR 72210.  In Lieu of flowers the family asks you make donations to the Ovarian Cancer Society. https://donate.cancer.org/?campaign=search&gad=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn8jOlfOqgQMVoQ-tBh30kQHiEAAYASAAEgKdg_D_BwE

Douglas Jack Palise

Douglas Jack Palise

Sep 13, 2023

Douglas Jack Palise, age 22, of Hot Springs, passed away on September 13, 2023.

He was born on May 23, 2001, in Hot Springs, the son of Jack Donald Palise and Mamie K. Jones.  On July 24, 2021, he married Alexis Neal.Douglas was a 2019 graduate of Hot Springs High School where he was in the IB classes.  He...

Dr. Edgar N. (Eddie) Sutton

Dr. Edgar N. (Eddie) Sutton

Sep 13, 2023

Dr. Edgar N. (Eddie) Sutton, age 89, of Alexander, peacefully went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, with his loving children by his side.

He was born on July 13, 1934, in Little Rock, the son of the late Jay Christopher Sutton and Clydia A. Diehl Sutton.  He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Martha...

Wilda Sue Brazeale

Wilda Sue Brazeale

Sep 12, 2023

Wilda Sue Brazeale age 79, of Sparkman, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She was born on July 28, 1944, to Horace and Janetta Ramsay of Holly Springs, Arkansas.

She was married to the love of her life, Homer Gene Brazeale for 55 years.

Wilda Sue was an active member of Sparkman United Methodist Church.

She was...

Dawn Barnes

Dawn Barnes

Sep 12, 2023

Dawn Barnes passed away on September 12, 2023, at Saline Memorial Hospital. She was born on January 14, 1970, in Flint, Michigan. Dawn's smile was radiant and had the power to light up any room she entered. She was known for her kind-hearted nature and unwavering care for others.Dawn dedicated several years of her life working as a Certified Nursing...

D Ilene White King

D Ilene White King

Sep 12, 2023

 

D Ilene White King, age 88, of Kirby, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 12, 2023.

 

She was born on March 4, 1935, in Claremore, Oklahoma, the daughter of Howard Ephraim White and Sylvia Augusta Hawkins White.  Ilene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman King; and her first six...