Madelyn Pickens Ashman
Jun 23, 2025
Madelyn Pickens Ashman
5 March 1938 - 23 June 2025
Please don’t call her Madelyn. She would only answer to Lyn, and she would let you know it was with only one N. At the nursing rehab facility where she spent her final few days, that is exactly what they called her with great affection: “Lyn with one N”. She administered her...
Ottis Hale Purifoy
Jun 23, 2025
Ottis Hale Purifoy, 87, of North Little Rock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Ottis was born November 23, 1937, in Clark County, Arkansas, to Dee and Euphy (Creech) Purifoy. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Fonda (Curl) Purifoy; two sons, Phillip of Maumelle, AR, and...
Cary Alan Mundwiler
Jun 22, 2025
Cary Alan Mundwiler, 52, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away June 22, 2025. He was born in Decatur, IL to Larry Mundwiler and Denise Williams (John) on June 1, 1973. Cary had a huge heart, brilliant mind and an unforgettable laugh. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was always happiest on the water “wetting a line” or leaning on...
Estelle Caldwell Aud
Jun 22, 2025
Estelle Caldwell Aud, age 83, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Shreveport. Born on May 24, 1942, in Magnet Cove, Arkansas, to the late James Lyle and Ruth Atkins Caldwell, Estelle was most recently a member of Broadmoor Baptist Church in Shreveport.
Estelle moved to Arkadelphia, Arkansas, in ninth grade, graduating from Arkadelphia High School...
Valerian John Podraza
Jun 22, 2025
Valerian John Podraza, a master carpenter and proud veteran of the United States Army, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Benton, Arkansas. Born on August 25, 1934, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Valerian dedicated his life to his family, his craft, and his community.
A seasoned professional in the commercial roofing business, Valerian's skills extended far beyond the workplace. He was known...
Paul Tigue
Jun 22, 2025
Paul Tigue, age 67, of Amity, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
He was born on April 21, 1958 in Glenwood. He was the son of Curtis Tigue and Ludie Mae Henthorn Tigue. He is preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers, Thomas Tigue and Rudolph Tigue; and his sister, Nancy Wooten.
Paul was a Christian in his faith....
Wylie T. Evans
Jun 22, 2025
Wylie T. Evans, 79, of North Little Rock passed away June 22, 2025. He was born in Little Rock to the late Mary (Spradlin) and Wylie C. Evans on August 2, 1945. Wylie retired from the Union Pacific Railroad and had served in the U.S. Navy. He was of the Baptist faith
He is survived by his wife of 54 years,...
Louis Alfred Anderson
Jun 22, 2025
Louis Anderson of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on June 22, 2025. He was born on January 29, 1948, in Peoria, Illinois, to Jesse and Carol Anderson, both of whom preceded him in death.
Lou was married to the love of his life, Darlene Anderson, for 58 years. They married young, at ages 18 and 16, and remained devoted to one...
Demo Lee Hampton
Jun 21, 2025
Demo Lee (Stephenson) Hampton was born in Leslie, Arkansas on May 22, 1931, and peacefully entered the presence of her Savior in 2025.
A faithful follower of Jesus Christ, Demo Lee lived her life with unwavering devotion—to her Lord, to her family, and to every child she ever taught. Her faith wasn’t just something she professed; it was the foundation on...
Evelyn Janice Hunter
Jun 20, 2025
Evelyn Janice Hunter, born on October 8, 1944, in Nashville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 80. She lived a full and meaningful life, bringing joy and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Evelyn dedicated many years of her life to nursing and was an active member of several organizations, including the Red...
Gary Lee Helms
Jun 20, 2025
Gary Lee Helms, age 68, of Norman, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025.
He was born in Mount Ida on April 19, 1956. He was the son of Wylie Lee Helms and Lena Mae Alexander Helms. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Gary was a true outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, and kayaking. Most of all he loved being...
"JR" Harvey Leon Guynn, Jr.
Jun 20, 2025
Harvey Leon “JR” Guynn, Jr., a respected and well-loved member of his community, was born on August 16, 1955, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and passed away on June 20, 2025. Known for his big heart, grit, and humor, JR left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
After graduating from Sheridan High School, JR worked alongside...
Thelda Emogene Sanders
Jun 20, 2025
Thelda Emogene Sanders of North Little Rock went home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2025 at the age of 87. Thelda was born August 1, 1937 and raised in Marshall, AR. She was a member of Crystal Hill Assembly of God Church. She loved the Lord and sang in a gospel group for several years and also...
Dawn Michelle Calvert Joseph
Jun 19, 2025
Dawn Michelle Calvert Joseph, lovingly known to her friends as Michelle, was born on March 25, 1972, to Don Calvert and Sandy Harcrow Bunting. She passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 53.
Michelle spent most of her life devoted to teaching—a role in which she poured her heart into every child she encountered. She loved her young...
Harold Randall Sullivan
Jun 19, 2025
H.R. (Randall) Sullivan of Hot Springs, formerly of Benton, passed away June 19, at the age of 78, from complications of a lengthy illness. Randall was born in Bauxite to Gene and Bonnie L. Sullivan who preceded him in death along with his sister, Kathy Gullion and nephew, Blake Gullion.
Left behind with great memories are his wife of 42 years,...
Sharon Kay Peitz
Jun 19, 2025
Sharon Kay Peitz, 79, the daughter of John S. Peitz and Vera Peitz was born April 9, 1946. She died June 19, 2025 in North Little Rock.
She is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn Sue and Mike Moose; nephew, John C. Moose (Venus); 3 nieces: Abigail Moose and twins, Josephine and Gwendolyn Moose all of Cincinnati, OH.
Kay graduated from...
Frederic Tucker
Jun 18, 2025
Frederic Tucker, a dedicated and skilled geo-technical engineer, left this world on June 18, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on November 6, 1947, he forged a life marked by both professional achievement and deep personal connections. A proud graduate of the University of Arkansas, Frederic’s career was a testament to his engineering expertise, with his contributions seen in...
Blakley Ryan Eddington
Jun 18, 2025
Blakley Ryan Eddington, precious daughter of Sam and Hannah James Eddington of Benton, passed away June 18, just four months after first igniting our hearts with her arrival on Feb. 19. Though her time with us was short, the joy she brought will last forever.
Blakley leaves behind family who cherished her. Older brother McCauley (Mac) James Eddington was especially proud...
Wesley Howard, Jr.
Jun 18, 2025
Wesley Allen Howard, Jr., 88, of Ward, Arkansas, was born February 21, 1937. He passed away June 18, 2025.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Sixteenth Section United Methodist Church. Cremation arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe, Arkansas.
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John Benjamin
Jun 18, 2025
John Benjamin, 72, of Glenwood, Arkansas, passed away at his home on June 18, 2025, following a bravely-fought three year battle with cancer. He was born on June 19, 1952, in Lubbock, Texas, to Charles Hugh and Dorothy Daugherty Benjamin.
A 1971 graduate of Acorn High School near Mena and a 1976 graduate of Henderson State University, he graduated with a...