All Obituaries

Patricia Ann McCoy

Patricia Ann McCoy

Jan 15, 2023

Patricia “Patsy” Ann McCoy, 65, of Mayflower, gained her angel wings and is reunited with Jesus and her parents Kenneth and Marie Jerrell. She left this earth on Sunday, January 15th, 2023. She was surrounded by her family who deeply loved and adored their mom and granny.

She was her daughter’s best friend and vice-versa. Patsy grew up in Mayflower...

Zarious Ge-Borris Evans

Zarious Ge-Borris Evans

Jan 15, 2023

 

Zarious Ge-Borris Evans, 13, passed away January 15, 2023.  He was born July 13, 2009 in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Zarious was a student at Benton Junior High School.  He was willing and open to try new things.  Zarious was brave and outspoken.  He enjoyed sports and played basketball and football.  Zarious was a typical teenage boy who spent time playing...

Robert Lee Thompson

Robert Lee Thompson

Jan 15, 2023

Robert Lee Thompson, 75, of North Little Rock, left this world unexpectedly due to heart complications, Sunday, January 15, 2023.  He was born on November 21, 1947, in Conway, AR to the late Jarvy and Lillie Thompson.

Robert was a member of Crystal Valley Baptist Church, a 1965 graduate of Oak Grove High School, and owner of Robert Thompson Construction....

Ivene Marie Arivett

Ivene Marie Arivett

Jan 15, 2023

Ivene Arivett, age 88, of Dover, Arkansas, formerly of Garland, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023.

 

She was born on June 1, 1934, in Coleman, Oklahoma, the daughter of Johnnie Howard and Bonnie (Lattie) Howard.  On April 25, 1951, she was married to the true love of her life, Winnon Arivett, who preceded her in death on...

Judith Ann Bearden

Judith Ann Bearden

Jan 14, 2023

Judith Ann Bearden, 81, of Malvern, passed away January 14, 2023. She was born in Erie, Pennsylvania to Jeannie Burns and John Biondi who preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Mike Wehrly (Amanda); daughter, Judy Bearden; and other family members and friends.

Nancy Geraldine McClellan

Nancy Geraldine McClellan

Jan 14, 2023

Nancy Geraldine McClellan, 81, of Little Rock, Arkansas, born November 16, 1941, in Dierks, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Nancy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt, and friend.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Beane and Jennie Hallman; and brother, Brant Beane. Nancy is...

Howard Paul Cross

Howard Paul Cross

Jan 14, 2023

Howard Paul Cross, 94, of Little Rock finally departed this world to be with the Lord on January 14, 2023.

(In Pauls' words)

On a sunny afternoon September 2, 1928 at 1721 South Gaines St., Gladys Cross sent my father Cage Cross, my brothers Cage Cross Jr., John Robert Cross and June Bracy Cross to the Little Rock Zoo...

Steven Lyal Defrese

Steven Lyal Defrese

Jan 13, 2023

Steven L. Defrese, 59, of Jacksonville, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023. Born in Watsonville, California, to Ray and Phyllis (Wilfawn) Defrese, he was a construction superintendent with Dave Grundfest Co.

He is survived by his brother, Dennis Defrese (Wynell) of Tennessee; sister, Kim Reese (Marty) of Eudora; nieces, Courtney Hooper (Alan) and Jessica Hand (Cliff); nephews, Jeremy Defrese (Laura),...

Nyomi Marie Thomas

Nyomi Marie Thomas

Jan 13, 2023

Nyomi Marie Thomas, infant daughter to Tiaunna Jackson and Je’Juan Terry of Jacksonville, was born and passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023. Born at Baptist Springhill Medical Center in North Little Rock, Nyomi weighed 7.62 ounces. Her parents will forever be in love with their precious angel that ascended to our Lord Jesus Christ.

She is survived by her...

Sarah Beckel

Sarah Beckel

Jan 13, 2023

Sarah Beckel, 87, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 in Austin, Texas.

 



Known to friends as Sally, Sally was a registered nurse and worked in hospitals, private practice and for many years at the National Center for Toxicological Research in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She was also a leader at Weight Watchers meetings, and had a devoted...

Joseph Mehyou

Joseph Mehyou

Jan 13, 2023

Joseph Mehyou, age 32, died on Friday, January 13, 2023, in North Little Rock. He is survived by his father, Muhieddine (Morie) Mehyou; mother, Julia Hudson; sister, Heba Brown (Covy); stepmother, Myriam Mehyou; stepsister, Jennifer Cook (Paul); and three nieces Leslie, Layla Brown and Gabby Cook; and one nephew, James Cook of Little Rock; two chosen sisters, Micha Panek Gorse...

Lilly Mae Fisher

Lilly Mae Fisher

Jan 13, 2023

 

Lilly Fisher, our precious mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Friday, January 13, 2023.

            Lilly was born on May 28, 1929, in Tyler Texas, the third of twelve children.  She was proceeded in death by her beloved husband of forty-four years, E.J. Fisher and by her grandson, D.J....

Terry Lee Toland

Terry Lee Toland

Jan 13, 2023

 

Terry Lee Toland, age 64, of Royal, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023.

 

He was born on June 27, 1958, in Phoenix Arizona, the son of Delmar Cecil Toland and Doris Lavern Partin Self.  He was preceded in death by his wife; Donna Toland; his parents; and one sister Delphina.  

 

Terry worked as a flooring...

Alvia "Sonny" Sebastian Hooker, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...