All Obituaries
Matthew Adam Kersey
Mar 7, 2026
Matthew Adam Kersey, age 43, of Kirby, left his earthly home for his heavenly home and went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
He was born on July 27, 1982, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Matt was the son of Chris Kersey and Denise Adams Howard, and he had a special and enduring relationship...
Joe W. Edwards
Mar 7, 2026
Joe W. Edwards, age 85, of Little Rock, Ar passed away on March 7th, 2026.
Born on November 9, 1940, in Hobbs, NM, Joe spent many years working as the owner and operator of Edwards & Associates in Little Rock.
Joe was often found having afternoon drinks with family and friends while partaking in his favorite hobby of people watching, and he...
Frances Eleanor Deaton
Mar 7, 2026
Frances Eleanor Deaton, age 86, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born in Cumberland, Maryland on October 19, 1939, to Dale Miller and Dorothy Settle.
She is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 45 years, Jerald Deaton; brother, Jay; son, Glen; grandchildren, Amanda; great-grandchild, Thomas; and daughter-in-law, Becky.
Frances is survived by her sister,...
Cynthia Lee Kitchens
Mar 7, 2026
Cynthia Lee Kitchens, of Alexander, peacefully passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born on January 5, 1954, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Cynthia leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and unwavering support that touched everyone around her. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and cherished her.
Affectionately known as Grandma and Nanna to her grandchildren,...
Lindal Wayne Adcock
Mar 7, 2026
Lindal Wayne Adcock, 83, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away March 7, 2026. He was born February 24, 1943, to the late William and Amy Adcock.
Lindal is preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Carol Sue Adcock. He is survived by his children, Richard Adcock and Laura Wofford (Ronald).
Private family services will be held at a later...
Carol Lynn Wallis
Mar 6, 2026
Carol Lynn Wallis peacefully passed away on March 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 21, 1945, in Hudson, Michigan, to Ernest and Marie Rupley and lived a life defined by warmth, generosity, and devotion to her family and friends.
Carol shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Larry Douglas Wallis. Together, they built a home...
Jimmie Worthy
Mar 6, 2026
Jimmie Don Worthy, age 69 of Beebe, Arkansas passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 surrounded by his family. Born on February 16, 1957 in Warren, AR to Georgia Belle Church and Edward Eugene Worthy.
He is survived by his children Amanda (Sam) Owen's, Dana (Shawn) O'Brien, Matthew Hughes, and McKenzie (Nick) Mason, a vast number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and...
Barbara Ann Hollingsworth
Mar 6, 2026
Barbara Ann Hollingsworth, born on September 18, 1940, in Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. She lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and a profound love for her family and friends.
Throughout her career, Barbara dedicated herself to her work as a secretary for insurance companies, where her attention to detail and commitment to service shone...
Dewey "Leland" Turbyfill
Mar 6, 2026
Dewey “Leland” Turbyfill, 91, of Paron, Arkansas, was born January 18, 1935, and passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. Leland was a well-known and loved member of his community, and his kindness touched the lives of many.
Leland spent many years working as a machine operator at Alcoa Manufacturing before retiring. He enjoyed the friendships he made there and especially...
Carole Grant
Mar 6, 2026
Carole Lynn Shannon Grant was born June 1, 1943 in West Helena, Arkansas to Robert Phillip Sr. and Carolyn Gresham Shannon. She was the second of three. Robert Phillip Shannon, Jr was the youngest and Walter Gresham Shannon, who died at a young age, the oldest. Her younger days in West Helena were full of fun and laughter. She was...
Lillian Laverne Medley
Mar 6, 2026
LILLIAN LAVERNE STAFFORD BALDWIN MEDLEY,98, departed this world for her eternal heavenly home on March 6,2026.
She was born Lillian LaVerne Dickson on January 9, 1928 to parents Elizabeth Dee and Herman Isaac Dickson in DeQueen, Arkansas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Cecil Herman Dickson, two half sisters Letitia (Petty) Miller and Elizabeth (Petty) Almstedt, twin sons Larry...
Mark Lester Orman
Mar 6, 2026
Mark Orman, formerly of Fourche, Arkansas, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born in 1964 to Lester and Lela Orman.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Ricky.
Mark leaves behind a life and legacy that will be remembered for generations. He never met a stranger and was known by all who knew him for his...
Samuel C. Payne
Mar 6, 2026
Samuel C. Payne, a devoted Air Force veteran and cherished family man, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 95. He was born on February 16, 1931, to Clifford Everett and Dorothy Payne in Colfax, Indiana, and lived a life filled with dedication, purpose, and a deep love for his family.
Samuel proudly served in the United States...
Megan Carey
Mar 5, 2026
Megan Nicole Carey, 35, passed away on March 5, 2026, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Russellville, Arkansas. She was born on September 25, 1990.
Megan was a joy to everyone who met her. She had a remarkable gift for remembering people’s names and asking about their families and children, always making others feel seen and loved. Megan had Down syndrome, but...
Bobby Joe Vaughn
Mar 5, 2026
Bobby Joe Vaughn, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on February 4, 1937, in Russellville, Arkansas, to George Allen Vaughn and Lois Jean Ellis Vaughn, who preceded him in death.
Bobby was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle whose life was defined by his deep love for family and his strong work...
Roy Eugene Hatfield
Mar 5, 2026
Roy Eugene “Gene” Hatfield, 95, died March 5, 2026, at home in the company of his wife and daughter.
Roy was born August 6, 1930, in Springfield, Mo. to the late James Roy and Letty Sublett Hatfield. He grew up in Denning, Ark., with extended family in a house overlooking the Arkansas River Valley and Mt. Magazine, where he spent many...
Emma Ruth Harris
Mar 5, 2026
Emma Ruth Harris was born October 3, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan to Hartford and Nora Harris. She was peacefully called home to Heaven on March 5th, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Bill (Wanda) Harris, Guy (Norma) Harris, and Louis Johnson and her nieces Debbie Harris and Cathy (R.D.) Davis.
She is survived by her sister-in-law...
Ava LaRea Baker
Mar 5, 2026
Ava LaRea Baker, 80, of Beebe, passed away on March 5th, 2026, in Beebe. She was born on September 13, 1945, in Beebe to James E. Welch and Eva Morton Welch. Born and raised in Beebe, she graduated in 1963 from Beebe High School.
LaRea survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert H. Baker Sr.; her son, Robert H. Baker...
Lynn Short
Mar 5, 2026
Lynn "Honey" Short, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on January 20, 1947, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Lynn dedicated her life to shaping the minds and hearts of countless children, leaving a lasting impact as a wonderful teacher.
A reflection of her bright personality, Lynn was known for her welcoming nature. She was always willing...
Barbara M. Randolph "Sissy"
Mar 5, 2026
Barbara M. Randolph, “Sissy,” 72, passed away on March 5, 2026. She was born in San Juan Capistrano, California on December 4, 1953, and grew up in Clovis, New Mexico.
She graduated from Clovis High School in 1973. She met David while he was serving in the Air Force, and they were married on January 6, 1975. During their early years...


