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Elizabeth Rose Williams
Jan 30, 2026
On October 1st, 1957, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, an angel – Elizabeth Rose Williams - was sent to this earth with the purpose to shine light, love, creativity and beauty to everyone she would encounter along her life’s journey. She passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of love and warmth in the hearts of...
Bradley Sterling Taylor
Jan 30, 2026
Bradley “Brad” Sterling Taylor, 48, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. He was born on December 12, 1977, in Searcy, Arkansas, to Bobby and Florita “Flo” Taylor.
Brad lived a life marked by pride in his work, loyalty to his friends, and a deep love for the outdoors. He was especially proud of his career at Falcon...
Bennie J. Lawhon
Jan 30, 2026
Bennie J. Lawhon was born on September 1, 1957, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy rooted in love, service, and a deep commitment to the people around him.
Bennie spent much of his life helping others. Since 2013, he worked as a medical supply driver, delivering medications and essential supplies...
Jon Burks
Jan 30, 2026
Jon Walter Burks, 88, of North Little Rock, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Born on January 20, 1938, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late John D. and Marjorie Bostic Burks, Jon graduated from Cabot High School in 1956. Shortly...
Marylan J McDorman
Jan 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marylan Janiece McDorman February 3, 1944 – January 30, 2026
Marylan Janiece McDorman, 81, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on January 30, 2026. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Janiece lived a rich and fulfilling life dedicated to her family and community.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William “Bill” McDorman; her daughter, Dana...
James Fred Yates
Jan 30, 2026
James Fred Yates, lovingly known as "Papa James," 78, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away on January 30, 2026.
James was born in Bastrop, Louisiana, to the late Joe Yates and Lola Henderson. A former Ashley County native, he was a proud 1965 graduate of Hamburg High School and later retired from The Kroger Co.
Papa James was easygoing and fun to be...
Frances Columbus
Jan 30, 2026
Frances Marie Columbus, 94, went to her Heavenly home on Friday, January 30, 2026. Frances was born in NLR, AR on March, 15, 1931, where she remained a lifelong resident.
Frances was also a lifelong member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, where she married the love of her life, Phil, on October 15, 1955. Together, they adopted two children, Tony and...
Colonel James Christian "Jim" Gast, USAF (Ret)
Jan 29, 2026
James Christian Gast, Colonel USAF Retired
James Christian “Jim” Gast, 81, of Sherwood, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at CHI St. Vincent Hospital (LR). Jim was born April 26, 1944, in Marion, OH, to the late James A. and Eileen Mitton Gast. He graduated from Marion Harding High School in...
Martha Knott
Jan 29, 2026
Martha Lou Knott, 86, joined her husband in Heaven on January 29, 2026. She was born on March 26, 1939, to Melvin and Cleo Bell Stivers in Oil Trough, Arkansas.
She was the owner and operator of her own home daycare where she cared for many of the Beebe residents’ children. She was also a Worthy Matron of the Order of...
Fred Raymond Hughes
Jan 28, 2026
Fred Raymond Hughes, age 69, of Murfreesboro, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in the arms of his loving wife after a lengthy illness. While words can never fully ease the pain and grief of this loss, those who loved Fred take comfort in the life he lived and the legacy he leaves behind.
Fred was born on May 21,...
Charlotte Anne Gillenwater
Jan 28, 2026
Charlotte Anne Kennedy Gillenwater, born May 5 ,1942 to James Joseph Kennedy and Ida Louise Dobbins Kennedy gained her angel’s wings on January 28, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Anne graduated from Mt. St. Mary Academy in Little Rock in 1960 and worked at Pathology Associates on SVI campus. Many of you would remember her from...
Clara Bryant
Jan 28, 2026
Today we gather with heavy hearts, but also with deep gratitude, to remember and celebrate the life of Clara Bryant. Clara was born on April 20, 1936, to the late Nannie and Pless Wiley. From the very beginning, Clara’s life was rooted in family, strength, and the kind of love that lasts for generations.
Clara was preceded in death by those...
Mary Jean Garrett
Jan 27, 2026
Mary Jean Garrett June 1, 1946 – January 27, 2026
Mary Jean Garrett, 79, of Sherwood, Arkansas went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 27th, 2026. She was born June 1st, 1946, to Robert E. and Irene Peppers in Helena, Arkansas. She graduated from Barton High School and went on to become a well known and respected...
Kay McKoy Morgan
Jan 27, 2026
Kay Jonnene McKoy Morgan, 89, of Maumelle, took her last breath on January 27, 2026.
Kay was proud to be Distinguished Elder of the Chickasaw Nation.
Kay has always had a big heart for animals, especially cats. She liked to spend her days in her chair with Yancey (her current favorite cat) in her lap.
She enjoyed strolling through her yard, talking about...
Julia Elizabeth "Julie" German
Jan 27, 2026
Julia Elizabeth “Julie” Ward German, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on January 27, 2026, in Bryant, Arkansas. She was born on June 7, 1972, in Memphis, Tennessee, and spent her life bringing warmth, encouragement, and strength to everyone around her.
Julie worked for many years as a billing manager, a role she approached with dedication and...
Michael Joseph Donovan
Jan 27, 2026
Michael J. Donovan of Little Rock died on January 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Doris Donovan of Auburn, New York, and his brothers, Raymond Donovan (Marla) and Richard Donovan (Sandy) and his sister Margot Lacher. He is survived by his sister Mary Anne Donovan of Somerby, England, his loving wife, Catherine Crews Donovan,...
Veda (Todd) Feimster Owens
Jan 27, 2026
Veda (Todd) Feimster Owens, age 94, beloved mother and nana, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone after 21 years before owning and operating Shaws Gardens. She also worked for McMasters and Harvest Foods, as well as Murry-Ruggles Funeral Home. Veda frequently volunteered at the Central Arkansas Council’s Thursday night dances.
She enjoyed sewing, knitting, cooking, shopping, eating...
Diane Jenkins Gardner
Jan 26, 2026
Diane Jenkins Garner, 79, born August 7, 1946, in Little Rock, Arkansas, gained her heavenly wings on January 26, 2026. Diane lived in Blue Springs, MO for several years before moving back to her hometown of Little Rock. She loved her cats and spending time with her friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Ed Garner, parents...
Dennis Hamilton
Jan 26, 2026
Dennis D. Hamilton, 78, of Houston, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1948, and lived a life rooted deeply in faith, service, and redemption.Dennis was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Peggy Hamilton, and his son, Toby Hamilton. Though his heart carried the weight of those losses, his life stood as...
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