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Norma Jean Leslie
Jan 16, 2026
Norma Jean Leslie was born on February 6, 1942, in Marvell, Arkansas, and passed away on January 16, 2026. A devoted Catholic, Norma found comfort and strength in her faith. She made reading her Bible a daily habit, and her faith remained a steady source of peace throughout her life.
Norma found joy in the simple things, especially a good game...
Robert Gregory Retford
Jan 15, 2026
Robert Retford, age 64, passed away on January 15, 2026, in a tragic accident.
Robert was born on July 28, 1961. He proudly served as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, a commitment that shaped his discipline, strength, and lifelong sense of duty. His service to his country remained a defining part of who he was.
He later served in...
Glen Barker
Jan 15, 2026
Glen Barker passed from this life on January 15, 2026, after a long and prosperous life of 92½ years. Glen is preceded in death by his parents John and Grace (Collier) Barker, wives Charlotte Duffield and Mildred Jean Hill (mother of his children), and sister Quintina. Survivors include Glen’s children, Cheryl Jenkins, Rebecca Inscore and James Barker (Tammy). Grandchildren: Kelly...
Robert Earl Chastain
Jan 15, 2026
Robert Earl Chastain, age 75, of Paron, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1950 in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Roy and Maxine Chastain.
Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was honest, reliable, funny, and worked hard nearly every day of his life. Robert enjoyed...
Loy E. Turner
Jan 15, 2026
Loy E. Turner, age 81, of Kirby, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
He was born in Kirby on March 14, 1944. Loy was the son of Thomas Veston Turner and Ruthie Mae Dwyer Turner. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Harold Thomas Turner; and his sister-in-law, Joyce Turner; and his dear friend, Bennie Holder.
Loy lived...
Robert "Clark" Smith
Jan 14, 2026
Zachary Robert “Clark” Smith, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and newspaper enthusiast, went home to be with the Lord during the evening hours of January 14, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 64.Clark was born to Reverend Dolphus P. Smith and Phyllis Napier Smith on July 14, 1961, in Abilene, Texas. The youngest of four children,...
Carl Miles Newman
Jan 14, 2026
Carl Miles Newman, born on February 26, 1939, in Meyers Creek, Arkansas, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Carl was preceded in death by his two parents, Miles and Ruby Newman, a sister Ruby Lois New , a brother Virgil Howard Newman and grandson Curtis Alan Tucker and granddaughter-in-law Melissa Edwards...
David Westbrook
Jan 14, 2026
David Westbrook, 91, went to his Heavenly home on January 14, 2026. He was born December 19, 1934, in Trenton, Mississippi, to Wallace and Ethel Westbrook.
David and his wife, Ruth, lived all over the country while he was employed by the U.S. Forest Service, where he worked for 30 years until his retirement, all while being in the U.S. Air...
Cindy Middleton
Jan 14, 2026
Mary Lucinda “Cindy” Middleton, 69, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Cindy lived a life marked by dedication, strength, and a deep love for others.
Cindy devoted many years of her life to education, serving as a teacher who left an indelible mark...
Donald L. Rawls
Jan 13, 2026
Don Rawls passed peacefully at home from this life with his loving daughter at his side at home on January 13, 2026. He was born July 26, 1934 in Dewitt, Arkansas.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey Rawls and Katherine Martin Taylor; his beloved wife, Barbara Rawls; his son, Kevin Rawls; and his brother, Martin McSwain (Pat).
He is...
James Robert Lipsey
Jan 13, 2026
James Robert Lipsey, of Sherwood, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on 13 January 2026. He was born on 7 Oct 1946 in Waco, Texas, the first son of the late Oscar Colquitt Lipsey and Mayme Lucy Sparks. He leaves to cherish his memory wife Linda Jane Lipsey; son Matthew James Lipsey and wife Rachel; daughter...
Doris "Cricket" Hudman
Jan 13, 2026
Doris “Cricket” Hudman, age 79, of Arkadelphia passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 16, 1946 in Forrest City, Arkansas to the late Sam H. and Rilla Mae (Webb) Walker. She insisted on being called “Cricket” her whole life because her father gave her that nickname shortly after she...
Donna Free
Jan 13, 2026
Donna Carol Mathis Free, age 56, of Beebe, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord January 13, 2026. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on August 12, 1969, to Thomas Carroll and Jo Ann Mathis.
While working at Hunt & Bell Law Firm, she helped found Economic Recovery Consultants, Inc., a collection agency in Searcy. In 2008 she became the head...
Rita C. Borecky
Jan 13, 2026
Rita Borecky, loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away January 13, 2026 in Maumelle AR. Rita was born January 2, 1957 in Killeen, TX to the late Lurlie (Grey) and Doyle H. Davis.
Rita is survived by her loving children Marc Stacks (Michelle) and Amy Huston (Cody). She also leaves behind two sisters, Sherry Bell and Sonja Frey (Alan), and...
Sam Hilburn
Jan 12, 2026
Sam Hilburn of North Little Rock was born on July 19, 1942, to Harry and Mildred Hilburn in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. He passed away on Monday, January 12, following a tragic fall that resulted in a brain injury.
Sam treasured his childhood in Walnut Ridge, where he developed the fighting spirit, generosity, and deep loyalty that defined his life. He held...
Claudia Elizabeth "Liz" Applegarth
Jan 11, 2026
Claudia Elizabeth “Liz” Applegarth was born on February 22, 1947, in Mayo, Florida, and passed away on January 11, 2026. Liz lived a full and meaningful life, known for her bold and spirited nature, her love of cooking, and the deep devotion she had to her family.
Liz spent many years working at Walmart, where she was admired for her strong...
Doris Aline Wiltfong
Jan 11, 2026
Doris Aline Wiltfong, age 98, of Lodi, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
She was born on September 9, 1927 in Daisy. Doris was the daughter of Ottis Ollie Thomas and Eva Verda Rasberry Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Howard Glen Wiltfong.
Doris was a member of Lodi Freewill Baptist Church. On May 29,...
Mary Louise Hendrix
Jan 10, 2026
Mary Louise Hendrix (Bettis), age 80, went to celebrate her 80th birthday with the Lord on January 10, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. Born on January 10, 1946, in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Mary’s life was marked by deep devotion to her family, enduring faith, and a loving spirit that touched all who knew her.Mary was the beloved wife of Albert Lamar...
William "Buddy" Harold Akin
Jan 10, 2026
William Harold "Buddy" Akin, age 81, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, January 10, 2026. Born on May 29, 1944, in Beebe, AR, at his home. He attended Beebe Public School where he participated in basketball and track, known as "Swifty". He also attended ASU Beebe College before serving in the National Guard. After the...
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