All Obituaries

Carolyn Ruth Kariker

Carolyn Ruth Kariker

Apr 7, 2024

Carolyn Ruth Kariker, 81, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed away April 7, 2024. She was born September 22, 1942, in Scott, Arkansas to the late Clarence Davis and Helen (Powell) Davis.

She spent many of her years devoted to her husband and three children. She enjoyed being with her friends and playing cards. Spending time with her family was very important to...

William "Pete" Dean, Jr.

William "Pete" Dean, Jr.

Apr 7, 2024

William Allen “Pete” Dean, Jr., died on April 7, 2024 at his home of complication from diabetes and heart disease.  He was born January 29, 1944 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late William Allen and Nell Mitchell Dean.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Kathy May Dean; a daughter, Dr. Brandy Dean (Knox) Bordelon of North Little Rock;...

Joe Evan DuVall, Jr.

Joe Evan DuVall, Jr.

Apr 7, 2024

Joe Evan DuVall, Jr., 78, of Benton, Arkansas passed away April 7, 2024.  He was born August 30, 1945, in Malvern, Arkansas to Joe Evan DuVall, Sr. and Virgie (Carter) DuVall.

Joe was a proud graduate of Bauxite High School, Class of 1963.  He followed Bauxite football every Friday night and could always be found at his standing spot at the...

Dolores Othello Almond

Dolores Othello Almond

Apr 7, 2024

Dolores Othello Almond, 84, of Bismarck, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at herhome.She was born November 20, 1939, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Wallace Cain Gee and OthellaJune Harris.Dolores worked as a clerical worker. She enjoyed traveling with her husband of thirty-eightyears, Richard Almond.She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.Left to cherish her memory...

Eugene Hughes

Eugene Hughes

Apr 6, 2024

William Eugene Hughes age 64, of Royal, passed away on April 6, 2024. He was the son of William C. Hughes and Mary Ellen Denton Hughes. William is preceded in death by his parents.

Eugene was brought to this earth to shape it. Whether that be shaping the earth into something new or shaping the people around him. He was a...

Billie Lou Berry

Billie Lou Berry

Apr 6, 2024

Billie Lou Berry, of Hot Springs went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2024. She was born on April 8, 1935, to the late Robert S. Hampton and Marjorie E. Mathis-Hampton.  Billie is preceded in death by her husband Palmer Gene Berry, her parents, brother Robert Junior Hampton, sister Betty Jo Wright, granddaughter Melissa Miller, and great-great-granddaughter Makenzie Potts.  Throughout...

Shelly Miller Summitt

Shelly Miller Summitt

Apr 6, 2024

Shelly Miller Summitt, age 59, of Hot Springs, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024. She was born in Murfreesboro on September 8, 1964, the daughter of Olen Shelby Miller and Judy Ann Spears Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents; her nephew, Noah Miller; her stepson, Christopher Lee; and her brother-in-law, Mike Price.

Shelly was a member of First Baptist...

Edward "Lee" Linebarger

Edward "Lee" Linebarger

Apr 5, 2024

Edward “Lee” Linebarger of Little Rock, AR, passed from this earth, through heavens gates April 5, 2024.   He was born February 3, 1955, in Little Rock, AR.

Lee was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.  He is survived by his wife, Kelly Linebager; his children, Brandon Linebarger, Ashley Seatts (Clyde), Caitlin Taylor, Eric Harden (Amanda), and John Brady (Debbi); grandchildren,...

Donald Joe Case

Donald Joe Case

Apr 4, 2024

Donald Joe Case, 79, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Veteran’sHospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.He was born February 16, 1945, in Brookhaven, Mississippi, to William Earnest Case and MaryL. Bloomfield Case.Donald served in The United States Army. While enlisted, he received The Purple Heart.A graveside service with military honors will be held Wednesday, April 17, 2024,...

Gerleane Taylor

Gerleane Taylor

Apr 4, 2024

Gerleane Taylor, age 85, of Cabot, Arkansas, went home to her Heavenly mansion on April 4, 2024.  She was born June 2, 1938, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, to Roy and Nellie Allen.  She graduated from Harmony Grove High School in 1956.

 

Gerleane attended the Lighthouse Pentecostal Church and was a member for over 50 years.  She loved spending time with family, sewing,...

Larry Joe Stocks

Larry Joe Stocks

Apr 4, 2024

Larry Joe Stocks, 77, of Ward, Arkansas, went to be with Jesus on April 4, 2024.  He was born October 26, 1946, in Austin, Arkansas to Charles and Leva Mae (Rees) Stocks.

 

Joe was a retired concrete truck driver.  He was a well-liked and respected figure of the Sixteenth Section Community, and a member of Sixteenth Section United Methodist Church.  He...

Peter Kevin Perkins

Peter Kevin Perkins

Apr 4, 2024

Peter “Pete” Kevin Perkins, 65, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away April 4, 2024. He was born February 4, 1959, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Richard and Jane Perkins.  

Pete is survived by his brothers, Jim Perkins (Karen) and John Perkins (Lindsey); five nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends. 

Pete graduated from Russellville High...

O.H. "Sunny" Wilkerson

O.H. "Sunny" Wilkerson

Apr 4, 2024

O.H. “Sunny” Wilkerson, 95, of Little Rock, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on April 4, 2024. He was born December 25, 1928, in Benton, Arkansas to Otho Wilkerson Sr. and Marjorie Wilkerson. Sunny grew up in Benton and Arkadelphia, Arkansas where he moved with his mother, sister and brother after the death of his father.  At the young age of eight,...

Robert Smith

Robert Smith

Apr 4, 2024

Robert “Big Rob” Smith, 68, of North Little Rock passed away at the John L. McClellan Memorial Hospital on the morning of April 4, 2024.  Robert was born to Eddie (Strickland) and Robert Smith in Little Rock, on November 10, 1955.  He proudly served in the United States Army before being honorably discharged in 1974.

In addition to his parents, Robert...

Kenneth Davis

Kenneth Davis

Apr 3, 2024

Kenneth Davis, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.He was born on December 23, 1947, in Arkadelphia, the son of Ray Davis and Louise Young Davis. Kenneth is preceded in death by his two sisters and one brother.

Kenneth worked as a plumber for many years. In his free time, you could find him hunting, fishing, and riding his...

Rex Lawrence

Rex Lawrence

Apr 3, 2024

Rex Lawrence, 82, of Glenwood, AR passed away on April 3, 2024 in Hot Springs, AR.  

He was born in Mena, AR on January 29, 1942 to Lake and Maggie (Brown) Lawrence. 

He grew up in Pine Ridge, AR, graduated from Oden High School and later attended Henderson State University where he received his BS in Psychology.

He was President and owner...

Ana Maria "Mae Mae" Terrazas

Ana Maria "Mae Mae" Terrazas

Apr 3, 2024

Ana Maria “Mae Mae” Terrazas, born on May 6, 2003, left this world on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. She is preceded in death by her great grandmother Ana-Maria Bustamante.

 

It is impossible to sum up Maria’s life in words. To those close to her, Maria was Mae-Mae, Monkey, Coach Maria, or Miss T. She was very unique from the day she...

Barbara Sue Mann

Barbara Sue Mann

Apr 3, 2024

Barbara Sue Mann, 73, of North Little Rock Arkansas, passed away April 3, 2024, after a lengthy battle with fronto-temporal dementia.

Preceded in death by her parents, O.L. and Laverne Mann, Barbara is survived by her sister, Brenda Mortimer; two daughters: Tammy Pinkston (Chad) and Rachelle Miller (David); and grandchildren:  Lauren Crosthwait, David Lee Miller, Victoria Miller, Haylie Pinkston and Savannah...

J.L. Long

J.L. Long

Apr 2, 2024

J.L. Long, born on August 7, 1944, to Roy and Opal Long, left this world on April 2, 2024. Known for his love for family and vibrant personality, he will be remembered by many. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Rickie Crouse; four brothers, and two sisters.  In his lifetime, J.L. cherished his family above all else....

Violet Vernice Cranford

Violet Vernice Cranford

Apr 2, 2024

Violet Vernice Cranford, 95, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.  Violet was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on January 8, 1929 to Elijah and Rosie Williams who preceded her in death.Violet was a loving and devoted wife to Linvel Henry Cranford for 65 years before Linvel passed away.Violet was an amazing woman, loving mother, grandmother,...