All Obituaries

Chris Roystuart

Chris Roystuart

Sep 19, 2025

On September 19, 2025, at the young age of 50, Chris Roystuart was called home to be with our Lord and Savior.

He was born on July 8, 1975, to Victor and Jeanie Roystuart, and was raised in Natural Steps. He attended Robinson High School and pursued many career paths before discovering his true passion in construction. Through dedication and hard...

Catherine Lucy Canham

Catherine Lucy Canham

Sep 19, 2025

Catherine Lucy Canham, born on January 6, 1961, in the bustling city of London, England, graced our lives with her vibrant spirit until her passing on September 19, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas. As a dedicated labor and delivery nurse at UAMS Hospital for an impressive 20 years, Catherine brought new life into the world with a compassionate touch, her...

Alvin E. Tatum

Alvin E. Tatum

Sep 19, 2025

Alvin E. Tatum Sr, 82, of Lonoke, Arkansas, earned his angel wings September 19, 2025.

He was born in Humnoke, Arkansas July 18, 1943, to Phillip and Rosie Tatum. He was the oldest of 4 children.

He married the love of his life Juanita Morgan April 23, 1965. Together they had 2 children. Alvin worked for Windsor Door until he retired after...

Iva Grist McKinnie

Iva Grist McKinnie

Sep 18, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Iva G. McKinnie, 89, of Little Rock, Arkansas. 

She died peacefully on September 18, 2025. She was born in Granite, Oklahoma in 1935 to parents Joe C. Grist and Ratha Grist who moved to Arkansas shorty after her birth. Iva graduated from England High School in 1953. 

Following her graduation, she attended Draughn School...

Joyce Ann Westfall

Joyce Ann Westfall

Sep 18, 2025

Joyce Ann Westfall, 87, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025. She was born on May 24, 1938, in West Helena, Arkansas, to a loving family who nurtured her lifelong faith and joyful spirit.

Joyce was blessed with three great loves in her life. She was preceded in death by her first husband Robert Williamson, with whom...

Jerry Gene McKissack

Jerry Gene McKissack

Sep 18, 2025

Jerry Gene McKissack, 94, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025. Born on April 11, 1931, in Waldo, Arkansas, Jerry lived a long and full life, marked by service, hard work, and love for his family and friends.

Jerry served proudly served his country 38 years- 4 in the Navy on the USS Kearsarge during the Korean War 1950-1953.  He completed...

William "Bill" Thomas Nichols

William "Bill" Thomas Nichols

Sep 18, 2025

William “Bill” Thomas Nichols, 85, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on September 18, 2025. He was born on July 29, 1940, in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania.

A proud graduate of the University of Arkansas, Bill was a devoted Razorback fan throughout his life. After graduation he began his career as an educator at Butterfield Elementary in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

In 1958, Bill enlisted in...

Joey Patrick Phillips

Joey Patrick Phillips

Sep 17, 2025

Joseph Patrick "Joey" Phillips, a beloved and long-time resident of Amity, Arkansas, entered into glory on September 17, 2025. He was born on September 10, 1968, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Patrick Phillips and Cynthia Blom Phillips.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 16 years, Rebecca Anne Olcott-Phillips, and his beloved children,...

Edgar "Eddy" Charles Mann

Edgar "Eddy" Charles Mann

Sep 17, 2025

Edgar “Eddy” Charles Mann, 53, of Quebec, Canada, passed away on September 17, 2025. Born on July 6, 1972, Eddy was a hardworking man who spent his life behind the wheel as an owner-operator of his own semi truck. Contracting with DeckX, he proudly hauled loads from Canada across the United States. The open road wasn’t just his job —...

Freda Imogene Garner Ward

Freda Imogene Garner Ward

Sep 17, 2025

Freda Imogene Garner Ward, age 97, of Amity, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.

She was born in Amity on August 22, 1928. She was the daughter of Ernest Garner and Beulah Franklin Garner. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Roland Ward; her siblings, Alvin Garner, Sybil Doster, Johnny Baggett; and her son, David Allen Ward.

Freda was...

Joan Elizabeth Reppond

Joan Elizabeth Reppond

Sep 17, 2025

Joan Elizabeth Reppond, 79, of Mayflower passed away peacefully in her home September 17, 2025 with family at her bedside after a short and courageous battle with cancer. She was born November 17, 1945 in North Little Rock (Marche), Arkansas to Jake and Rosie Zajac and was the youngest of six children.

She leaves behind her devoted husband of 46 years,...

Laura Belle Foster

Laura Belle Foster

Sep 16, 2025

Laura Belle Foster entered Heaven on September 16, 2025. She was born on March 31, 1942, to loving parents Lawrence C. Smith and Judy Mae Belle Neal Smith. 

Laura was predeceased by her beloved husband, Roy Foster; infant twins, Cathy LaRa and Carla Kaye; three brothers and two sisters. 

She is survived by her three sons, Allen Foster of Hot Springs, Randy...

Darrell Lynn Jolly

Darrell Lynn Jolly

Sep 16, 2025

Darrell Lynn Jolly was born February 25, 1980 to Melvin and Sue Jolly in Spokane, Washington. He departed this life on September 16, 2025 in Searcy, AR . Darrell was preceded in death by his father Melvin Jolly; his brother Stephan Jolly, aunts, uncle, cousin, and grandparents.

Darrell graduated from Hong Kong International High School in Hong Kong, China and continued...

Jonathan Kyle Thompson

Jonathan Kyle Thompson

Sep 16, 2025

Kyle Thompson lived a life full of energy, creativity, and had an amazing sense of humor and heart. Kyle left us all too soon on September 16, 2025.

Born Jonathan Kyle Thompson on June 22, 1995, he was the son of Ashley Thompson and John David Johnson. Kyle was strong-willed and determined, a true fighter for the people and passions he...

Philip J. Columbus

Philip J. Columbus

Sep 16, 2025

At the age of 100, Philip John Columbus, WWII US Navy Veteran, was welcomed into Heaven on September 16, 2025. Phil was born in Yorkville, OH on May 20, 1925.

In 1953, he moved to NLR, AR where he met the love of his life, Frances. They married on October 15, 1955 and were coming up on celebrating 70 years together....

Hattie Stell Wilk

Hattie Stell Wilk

Sep 15, 2025

Hattie Stell Wilk was a dedicated mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as a respected member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Polish community. She was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on August 12, 1942 and after that spent the remainder of her life in Marche with her family and her church. She passed away September 15, 2025 peacefully in her...

Bryan L. Fitzgerald

Bryan L. Fitzgerald

Sep 14, 2025

Bryan Lee Fitzgerald, 88, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away September 14, 2025. He was born February 2, 1937, in Houston, Texas to the late W.L. and Evelyn Fitzgerald.

Bryan is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Christine Fulmer; twin sister, Barbara Ann O’Toole and his step-mother, Rae Lea Fitzgerald. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Marilynn...

Sylvia Sue Freeman

Sylvia Sue Freeman

Sep 14, 2025

Sylvia Sue Freeman, 83, of Sherwood, Arkansas Born January 25, 1942, passed away September 14, 2025. She was born in Little Rock, AR.

Sylvia was preceded in death by her daughter, Helen; her parents, Sarah and Earnest; her brothers, Raymond, Ralph, Tim, Bobby, Billy, and Harold; and her sisters, Margie, Kathy, and Linda. She is survived by two sisters, Laverne and...

Darrell Wayne Jones

Darrell Wayne Jones

Sep 14, 2025

Darrell Wayne Jones, 68, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on September 14, 2025, at the Arkansas Heart Hospital.  He was born in Forrest City, Arkansas to Dewey Elmo and Iris Dale (Boswell) Jones.

Darrell made a career as a salesman, working with schools and churches on fundraisers. It wasn’t just a job to him — it was a way to connect...

Everette Dodson

Everette Dodson

Sep 14, 2025

Everette Dodson, age 86, of Beebe, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 14, 2025. He was born on October 1, 1938, to Homer and Ida Dodson in McRae, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 23 years, Dianna Lynn Dodson; his parents; brothers Homer Dodson, Jr. and Jimmy Dodson; sister Naomi (Koot)...