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Gerald "Milton" Paxton, Jr.
Feb 19, 2026
Gerald “Milton” Paxton Jr., 63, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born on February 8, 1963, in Benton, where he spent much of his life and built the family and friendships he cherished so deeply.
He survived by his wife, Samantha Tolin; daughter Amber Hood (Justin); son Joshua Paxton; grandson Brannen Hood. Father Gerald M. Paxton...
Charles Richard Strozyk
Feb 19, 2026
Charles Richard Strozyk, age 79, passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born on May 11, 1946, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Floyd and Martha Strozyk.
Charles enjoyed his time working at Arkansas Tool & Die, Timex, Philips, and Molex. When he wasn’t working, he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He liked observing the drop zone at Camp Robinson...
Darrell Lee Gray
Feb 19, 2026
Darrell Lee Gray October 22, 1929 – February 19, 2026
Darrell Lee Gray was born in Centerville, Arkansas, on October 22, 1929, and passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 96.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army with the 5th Armored Division, A Battery, 92nd Armored Field Artillery Battalion during the Korean War. He completed...
Shanda King
Feb 19, 2026
Shanda Leanne King, 50, of Beebe, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on May 31, 1975, in Anchorage, Alaska. She was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a Baptist.
Shanda is survived by her daughter, Halle (Tristan) Collier of Lineville, Alabama; her mother Carolyn King...
John Wilson Mooney
Feb 18, 2026
John Wilson Mooney, 75, passed away on February 18, 2026. He was born on October 21, 1950, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and was raised in Benton, where he graduated from Benton High School in 1968.
John devoted his life to helping others. As a psychologist and social worker, he spent many years working at the State Hospital and at UAMS, where...
Derry Wayne Pinson
Feb 18, 2026
Derry Wayne Pinson, age 72, of Umpire, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
He was born on April 4, 1953, in Langley. Derry was the son of Tom Pinson and Bessie Morphew Pinson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers, Pat Pinson and Mike Pinson; his four sisters, Russia Taylor, Susie Ledbetter, Lois Dean, and Vernell...
Robert Riley, Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
Robert Riley, Jr., better known as Jr., was born on December 2,1951 to Robert Riley, Sr. and Mattie Clarice Riley in Florence, Alabama. He was the youngest of five kids. Jr. proudly served in the Army National Guard for over 20 years, then worked for Ridout Lumber Company. He loved mowing yards and rooting on his Alabama Crimson Tide and...
Tressia Lonetta Lock
Feb 18, 2026
Tressia Lonetta Lock went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the age of 91.
Lonetta is preceded in death by her loving husband, James Lock; her only son, Michael Lock; her son-in-law, George Howell; her five brothers; and her three sisters.
On April 25, 1954, Lonetta married James, and they had a long and happy marriage...
Elizabeth Ann Book
Feb 17, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Book, aged 74, passed away on February 17, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born October 21, 1951, in Jonesville, Louisiana, Elizabeth led a life marked by kindness, generosity and curiosity. She was a proud and loving individual who deeply valued her faith, evident in her active participation at Solid Rock Apostolic Church in Morrilton, Arkansas.
Elizabeth’s love for music...
William "Boyd" Hilliard
Feb 17, 2026
William Boyd Hilliard, 53, of North Little Rock, passed away Tuesday morning, February 17, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, son and friend to all who knew him. His life is celebrated by his wife of 29 years, Laura Spencer Hilliard and their two children William Jackson Hilliard (Henley) and Addison Kate Hilliard. He is also survived by his...
Mildred W. Squires
Feb 17, 2026
Mildred W. Squires, born February 24, 1939, in Gurdon, left this world on February 17, 2026, just shy of her 87th birthday. A devoted homemaker, she dedicated her life to raising and caring for her family, placing their needs and well-being above all else, second only to her unwavering love for the Lord. Mildred’s impact on those around her cannot...
Effie Louise Wells
Feb 17, 2026
Effie Louise Wells, 98, entered Heaven February 17, 2026 at The Maples. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Wells.
Louise lived in Little Rock until 2008, then moved to North West Arkansas to be near her two sons, James and Michael Wells, both of Springdale.
She had four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Louise was a kind and gentle soul...
James E. Shuffield
Feb 16, 2026
Dr. James E. Shuffield, Sr., retired orthodontist, died February 16, 2026 at the age of 92. Jim and his wife Nancy shared a wonderful life of love and laughter for almost 70 years.
Jim was born in Nashville, AR on October 24, 1933, and grew up in that area. During his Junior and Senior High school years, Jim was First Chair...
Patricia A. Smedley
Feb 16, 2026
Patricia A. Smedley, 87, of Glenwood, passed away February 16, 2026. She is reunited in eternal rest with her parents, Numan and Goldie Smedley, and her brother Dick Smedley. Pat is survived by her cousins Betty Sue Self, Bobbie Yeargan, Bill Diggs, and Gary Diggs. Her surviving family includes her nephew, Tom Smedley, and niece, Renee Heschl. She leaves behind...
Gwendolyn Dawn Graham
Feb 16, 2026
Gwendolyn Dawn Glasscock Graham, 82, of Little Rock, AR, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026 due to complications of congestive heart failure. Born on March 16, 1943 in New Orleans, LA, to Bob E. and Lila Lee Glasscock, Gwendolyn was an only child and was the light of their lives. They moved to Little Rock when Gwendolyn was young...
Caroline Elizabeth Mayhugh
Feb 15, 2026
Caroline Elizabeth Boellner Mayhugh, “Carol”, passed away on February 15, 2025 at her home in Hot Springs. Carol was born on July 25, 1941 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to Wilber William Boellner and Emma anita Doane Boellner. She was married for 51 years to the love of her life, Joel Ogden Mayhugh, until his death on July 2017. They were proud...
Anita Willett
Feb 15, 2026
Anita Willett, 72, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. For more than 30 years she had the love of her life by her side. Together they built a wonderful and loving family. She lived for her children and grandchildren. Anita treasured her role as “Maw Maw” above all others. She possessed a unique gift of making every person she...
Ron McKenzie
Feb 15, 2026
Ronnie Dee “Ron” McKenzie, lovingly known as “Big Mack,” passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the family he cherished.
Born on November 10, 1943, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Anna Frances Schultz McKenzie and Lacey Eugene McKenzie, Ron lived a life marked by vision, discipline, creativity, and deep devotion to family.
He and his...
Phyllis Marie Forga Diggs
Feb 15, 2026
Phyllis Marie Forga Diggs, 92, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was born in Glenwood, Arkansas, on June 5, 1933, to Hubert and Hattie Forga.
She graduated from Mount Ida High School in 1951. She married Paul Johnston Bailey on January 24, 1954 and they had two children, Kevin & Denise. They were married...
Beverly Ann Hawthorn
Feb 15, 2026
Beverly Ann Hawthorn, born on July 25, 1948, in Hot Springs, Ar. passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. Beverly's life was a tapestry of dedication and passion, enriching not only her beloved Hot Springs but also the lives of many she touched throughout her diverse career. She is predeceased by her father, Clarence Kight; mother, Laverne (Tedder) Kight; brother,...
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