All Obituaries
Linda Paulette Thompson
May 31, 2026
It is with profound respect and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Paulette Thompson, who departed from this life on May 31, 2026, at her home. Born on May 2, 1948, Linda lived a full and meaningful life, characterized by her steadfast dedication to family, faith, and her professional career.
Linda was a devoted freight broker, bringing her...
Mildred "Millie" Lawless
May 31, 2026
Mildred Lawless, affectionately known as "Millie," passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born Mildred Ann Martin on October 12, 1935, in Dermott, Arkansas, she lived a life filled with warmth, dedication, and an unmistakable zest for life that touched everyone around her.
Millie’s career was a testament to her strong work ethic and commitment. She began...
Cheryl Annette Moore
May 30, 2026
Cheryl Annette Moore, May 4, 1959 – May 30, 2026. Cheryl Annette Moore, age 67, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at Encore nursing facility in Malvern, Arkansas. She was a resident of Royal, Arkansas, where she lived with her daughter. Cheryl was born in Galveston, Texas, on May 4, 1959. Her upbringing took her across multiple communities, growing...
Cheryl D. Snuffer
May 30, 2026
It is with deepest sympathy to announce the passing of Cheryl D. Snuffer, beloved wife and friend. She sincerely hoped she made a difference in this lifetime. Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
George Edward Jordan
May 30, 2026
George Edward Jordan, age 75, of Glenwood, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
He was born on July 13, 1950, in Horatio. George was the son of Tom Jordan and Alta Vance Jordan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Jordan; his brother, Arthur Jordan; his two grandchildren, J.D. Hughes and Kaci...
Margaret "Maggie" Burks
May 30, 2026
Margaret “Maggie” Burks, a native of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. Born on August 2, 1943, Maggie devoted her life to her passions, her family, and her community. She was preceded in death by her cherished parents, Luke and Lucy Graves; her beloved son, Darren Edward Brown; her brothers, Donald Vanderburg, Phillip Bruce Graves, and...
Barbara Kilgore
May 30, 2026
Barbara Sue Kilgore, née Brandt, passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on May 24, 1943, in Carlisle, Arkansas, Barbara lived a life defined by love, service, curiosity, and devotion to family. She was the kind of person who made others feel welcome, cared for, and valued. Her door was always open, and her heart...
Mary "Cathy" Catherine Tricarico
May 30, 2026
Cathy (Mary Catherine) Betz Tricarico was born on March 17, 1955, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late James and Lois Pistner Betz, and passed away on May 30, 2026, in Benton, Arkansas, after a long battle with cancer. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Cathy leaves behind a legacy of kindness and dedication to those she loved. She had...
Robert Ross Bookhout
May 29, 2026
Robert Ross Bookhout passed on from this life on Friday, May 29, 2026. Bob was born on May 4, 1952 to John and Mary Kathryn (nee Reinhardt) Bookhout in Dallas, Texas.
Bob graduated from Hillcrest High School in Highland Park in 1970 and moved to Arkansas to attend Hendrix College. After graduating college, Bob served a fulfilling career at Blue Cross...
Patrick "Pat" Glen Mueller
May 29, 2026
Patrick "Pat" Mueller, 62, passed away on May 29, 2026. Born on April 11, 1964, Pat had a gift for leaving people wide-eyed and laughing, and he never wasted an opportunity to use it.
Pat had a Bachelor of Business Administration. He started working for Sirloins Inn while in high school and continued for the next 25 years while attending school...
Willie Jewell Ezell
May 29, 2026
Willie Jewell Ezell, 82, of Booneville passed away peacefully in Mountain Home Idaho on May 29th 2026, surrounded by family.
Willie Jewell was born September 10th, 1943, in Prescott to Willard West and Ruth Rutherford West. Willie Jewell is survived by her son Gary Ezell Sr his wife Sherry. Grandchildren Gary Ezell Jr (Brittany), Jonathan Ezell (Sarah), Meagan Sims (Michael), Tristan...
Jeffery Lee Johnson
May 29, 2026
Jeffery Lee Johnson, 71, passed away on May 29, 2026. He was born In Newport, AR on July 9, 1954 to the late Robert Ralph Johnson and the late Hester Mae (Pearce) Johnson.
He served a term in the US Navy. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years. He worked for and retired from AP&L White Bluff. Jeff...
Laura H. Elmore
May 29, 2026
Laura Helen (Yeske) Elmore was the seventh child of Edward and Helen Yeske. She was born in Lunnford, Alberta, Canada on Saturday, September 21, 1940.
After a short battle with Alzheimer’s and congestive heart disease, Laura passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas on Friday, May 29, 2026, aged 85.
Those of her family that predecease her...
James Lewis Brookman
May 28, 2026
The family of James Lewis Brookman is saddened to announce his passing on May 28th at his home in Norman, Arkansas, at the age of 84. He was born in Washington, D.C., on March 6th, 1942, to Anna Ruth Keys Brookman and James Henry Brookman. He graduated from Washington Lee High School in Arlington, VA. Jim joined the Air Force...
Marion Jackson "Jack" Hitt
May 28, 2026
Marion Jackson “Jack” Hitt, who travelled to every corner of Arkansas and made friends everywhere he went, passed away on May 28, 2026.
An avid tennis player and hiker for decades, Hitt was a manufacturer’s representative for makers of water and sewer treatment equipment, and for water storage tanks. With Jack, a handshake served as well as any written contract. He...
Shirley Annette Short-Green
May 28, 2026
Shirley Annette Short-Green, 67, of Mabelvale, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born on October 29, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, Shirley was the daughter of Thomas Gerald Short and Anna Frances Erwin. She was a devoted caregiver who spent much of her life caring for and serving others with kindness, compassion, and a generous...
Robert C. McClure
May 28, 2026
Robert Conway McClure 88 of Alexander, AR, died May 28th, 2026.
He was born May 9, 1938 in Texarkana, Texas to Maydel and Conway McClure. He graduated from Arkansas High School in 1956 and continued his education at the University of Arkansas where he attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
Robert was a professional engineer and enjoyed a forty...
Dr. Robert Paul Hogue, DDS
May 28, 2026
Dr. Robert Paul Hogue DDS, 77, of Haskell, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of May 28, 2026, at Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton. Bob lived life to the fullest, never met a stranger, and was loved deeply by all who knew him. His enthusiasm for life was contagious, and he touched countless lives through...
Robert "Bob" Baker, Sr.
May 28, 2026
Robert “Bob” Herman Baker Sr., 82, of Beebe, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, in Searcy at the House of Three, where he had been residing since May 15th, surrounded by family and the compassionate care of the staff and the support of Gentiva Hospice.
Bob was born on June 21st, 1943, to Wallace and Mary Dobbins Baker in Searcy,...
Betty Sue Johnson
May 28, 2026
Betty Sue Johnson, a beloved wife, mother, nana, and sister, peacefully entered eternal rest on May 28, 2026, in Maud, Texas. Born November 21, 1943, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Betty lived a life defined by dedication to her family, her faith, and a remarkable work ethic.
Betty enjoyed her work and dedicated over 40 years of her life to Shelby Taylor...


