Alvia "Sonny" Sebastian Hooker, Jr.
Jan 13, 2023
Alvia “Sonny” Sebastian Hooker, JR passed on Friday, January 13, 2023 at the age of 94. He died at home with his wife, Peggy, and daughter, Mary Ann, at his side.
Born in Conway, AR in 1928 to parents A.S. Hooker, Sr. and Marie (Plunkett) Hooker. Sonny grew up in Mabelvale, AR and graduated in the class of 1946 from...
Aiden Williams
Jan 13, 2023
Aiden Williams, infant son to Julian and Lakeshia Williams of Sherwood, was born and passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023. Born at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Aiden weighed 2lbs 15oz. His parents will forever be in love with his precious face with the most beautiful eyes. He is survived by his parents Julian and Lakeshia...
Mary Ann Heitman
Jan 13, 2023
Mary Ann Heitman, age 86, of Hot Springs, left this world to be with the Lord on Friday, January 13, 2023.
She was born on August 20, 1936, in Bonnerdale, the daughter of Fredrick Miller and Magie Beck Miller Powers. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Loyd Wallace and William Heitman; her stepfather, Houston...
Ina Louise Graves Horsey
Jan 13, 2023
Louise Horsey, 95, of Natural Steps, Arkansas went to her heavenly home January 13, 2023. She was born November 25, 1927 to Roy and Nellie Graves. Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Gene Horsey; son, Jeffory Scott Horsey; parents, Roy and Nellie Graves; sister, Frances Horsey; and brothers, Sonny and Johnny Graves.
Louise is survived...
Wade Wright
Jan 13, 2023
Wade Wright, age 71, of Black Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 13, 2023.
Wade was born on August 20, 1951, in Fort Towson, Oklahoma. He is the son of Marvin Jonathan Wright and Glenda Iverna “Chirpy” Wright. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two sisters, April Wright, and Barbara Henderson; his...
Carolyn "Lola" Hohn Gammon
Jan 12, 2023
Carolyn “Lola” Hohn Gammon, 65, of Conway, Arkansas passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2023. She was born October 6, 1957, in Newport, Arkansas to Carl and Wilma Hohn. She graduated from North Little Rock High School where she formed many friendships due to her kindness, caring, and outgoing personality. She loved her years at UCA. While on Spring Break...
Karen Lynn Staggs
Jan 12, 2023
Karen Taylor Staggs, 71, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away January 12,2023. She was born May 22, 1951, to Robert and Ruby McCain Taylor in Searcy, Arkansas.
Karen was a beautiful soul. She always strove to be a better person than the one she was the day before. She was Mom to everyone, not just her own kids. She was...
Evelyn Gillis Kiernan
Jan 12, 2023
David Evelyn Gillis Kiernan of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on January 12, 2023, at St. Vincent Infirmary at the age of 94. She was born January 5, 1929, in Tull, Arkansas, the daughter of the late David Esco Gillis and Sammie Evelyn Crowson Gillis. She graduated from Bauxite High School and attended Draughon's Business School in Little Rock. She...
Mary "Louise" Workman
Jan 12, 2023
Mary "Louise Workman", 85, of Mabelvale, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Born in Sheridan to Thelma Dortch Ward and Andrew “Newt” Ward, she retired from Levi’s Manufacturing and then went to work at East End Elementary School where she enjoyed serving meals to the students.
Louise loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and with her...
Carol Jean Thacker
Jan 12, 2023
Carol Jean Thacker, 93, of North Little Rock passed away January 12, 2023.
She was born July 27, 1929, to the late Arthur and Blanche Kennedy, in Dardanelle, Arkansas. She was a long-time member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church where she served Our Lord in many capacities. Carol was a receptionist, secretary, office manager, confectionist, phenomenal baker and cook...
Patricia Mary Cline
Jan 11, 2023
Patricia Mary Cline of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed from this life on the afternoon of Wednesday, January 11, 2023 in peaceful and serene surroundings; she was 85 years old. Patricia was one of five children and was born in Liverpool, England before becoming a US citizen.
She is survived by her daughter, Charlene P. Williams and husband Danny...
Nada Faye Walters
Jan 11, 2023
Nada “Faye” Walters, 89, peacefully departed this life on January 11, 2023 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born during The Great Depression in the rolling hills of Kentucky to Roy Boston and Mary Belle Jones. She was a loving, big sister to her 8 siblings; Bill Boston, Barbara Deboeuf, Joffre (Danni) Boston, Terry (Joanne) Boston, Becky Bayless, Sam (Shirley)...
Joseph "Joe" Wyrick
Jan 11, 2023
Joseph (Joe) Lee Wyrick, 49, of Beebe, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2023 surrounded by family at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. Joe was born in Orange County California on May 30, 1973 to the late Buster and Flossie Wyrick.
He graduated in 1991 from Marked Tree High School. Joe began his...
Laverne Masters
Jan 11, 2023
Laverne Masters, 87, of Bismarck, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Christus Dubuis Long Term Care at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
She was born March 17, 1935, in Prescott, Arkansas, to David Columbus Parker and Bessie Mae King Parker.
Laverne enjoyed sewing, painting and her tiny toy poodles. She also...
Daniel Burkett Mattox
Jan 10, 2023
Daniel Burkett Mattox, 65, of Little Rock, passed away with his family at his side on January 10, 2023 at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary-Little Rock. He was born on July 27, 1957 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Daniel V. and Cleo A. Mattox. He graduated from Subiaco Academy in 1975. He began working at Camp Joseph T. Robinson Army Base of...
Ion Dobrin
Jan 10, 2023
Ion Dobrin, age 83, of Hot Springs, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 8:30 AM.
He was born on May 6, 1939, in Cincu, Romania, the son of Vasile Dobrin and Eufrosina Dobrin. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Maria Nistrea.
Ion was a contractor by trade. He loved...
Eric Jon Vernon
Jan 10, 2023
Eric Jon Vernon, 57, of Benton, Arkansas passed away January 10, 2023. He was born July 23, 1965 in Kansas to Vivian and Donna (Fager) Vernon.
Eric loved his family. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. He had a big heart and was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Most importantly, Eric loved God. Eric’s favorite place to...
Bonnie F. Rubio
Jan 10, 2023
Bonnie Faye Rubio, 82, of Traskwood, Arkansas passed away January 10, 2023. She was born April 20, 1940 in Benton, Arkansas to the late Curtis Willis and Irene (Fuller) Cooper.
Bonnie believed in hard work. After retiring as a dietary supervisor at Arkansas Service Center, she immediately went to work at Rose Care. Bonnie was meticulous about her hair. ...
Wanda Mae Lafferty
Jan 9, 2023
Wanda Mae Helton Lafferty of Russellville, Arkansas died peacefully at her home on 9 January 2023. Wanda was born on 26 February 1943 in Batesville, Arkansas to Harse Husten Helton and Martha Lucille Long. She married Othal Ray Lafferty on 29 September 1972 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Together they raised their three children: David Ray Lafferty, Dennis Ray Lafferty,...
Bert "Bradley" Johnson
Jan 9, 2023
On January 9th, 2023, Bert “Bradley” Johnson passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Brad was a long-time resident of Hot Springs, graduating from Hot Springs High School in 1948. He met his wife of 65 years, Patrica, while at school. They spent their lives together loving their family, being active in their church, selling gas and...