All Obituaries
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...
Barbara West Johnson
Jan 9, 2023
Barbara West Johnson, age 77, of Mount Ida, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 9, 2023.
She was born on July 22, 1945, in Sims, the daughter of Thomas Lewis West and Beulah Ellen Hatton West. On January 28, 1966, she was married to the true love of her life, Mike Johnson, who...
Tracy Alan Williamson
Jan 9, 2023
Tracy Alan Williamson crossed Heaven’s finish line on Monday, January 9,2023. He is now riding with the angels.
Tracy was preceded in death by his parents: J.C. and Vahnita Faye Williamson; and brother, James Williamson.
Tracy is survived by his pride and joy, his son, Cody Williamson (Jessica) of Russellville, AR; brother, Robert Williamson (Brenda) of Las Vegas, NV;...
Joyce Scarborough
Jan 9, 2023
Joyce Scarborough, 70, of Fifty-Six, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord January 9, 2023. She was born November 23, 1952, in Beebe, Arkansas to Robert and Velma Manasco. She was a Baptist and a retired supervisor for Remington Arms. She loved to crochet and embroider, and enjoyed camping, fishing and Christmas lights.
She is survived by her...
Dan McNeill
Jan 8, 2023
Dan McNeill, 83, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Little Rock.
Dan was born Dec. 15, 1940, in Memphis, and was raised in Holly Grove, Ark.
Dan is preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Ellen Bussell McNeill; his parents, D.A. Annie "Snooks" McNeill; and two sisters, Susie Sims Creed and Shirley Crawford.
He is survived by two...
Meldia E. Rose
Jan 8, 2023
Meldia E. Rose, 83, of Little Rock, went to be with her Lord on January 8, 2023. She was born March 31, 1939, in Morrilton, AR to the late Dell and Grace Edwards.
She attended North Little Rock High School and Arkansas Teachers College (UCA). She retired from the Bureau of Legislative Research on August 29, 2008, after twenty-seven years...
Charlotte Marie Sherrod
Jan 8, 2023
Charlotte Marie Sherrod, 80, of North Little Rock, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 8, 2023. She was born on December 17, 1942 to Louis and Catherine Ford Geier in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. She was the most compassionate, loving, and caring individual. She was gifted in cake baking and decorating. She retired from the Kroger Bakery after 40...
Scott F. Keller
Jan 8, 2023
Scott F. Keller passed away on January 8, 2023 after a long struggle. Scott was born to Patricia Laraine Fornell and Stuart Andrew Fornell on April 10, 1965. He called Little Rock and Fayetteville home. At his wish, he was adopted by John Keller.
Scot was an avid sportsman and greatly enjoyed duck and deer hunting, grilling out, and...


