Meredith Estelle Wootton Nisbet
Apr 20, 2025
Meredith Estelle Wootton Nisbet, 79, passed away April 20th, 2025.
Meredith was born November 14, 1945 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas to her late mother, Dorothy Evelyn Boren Wootton, a music teacher, and father, Charles Franklin Wootton, a musician and college professor. The Wootton family would live in Arkansas for a good number of years before then going on to live in...
John Eldridge Penn
Apr 19, 2025
Dr. John Eldridge Penn, 90, passed away on April 19, 2025. Born January 19, 1935, in Driftwood, Arkansas, to Ida Pearl and Hosea Jefferson Penn, he was the youngest of six siblings that also included Stanley, Bill, Tom, Martha, and Charlotte.
John grew up during the Great Depression and lived through World War II. His was a humble childhood, marked by...
Sally Chaput
Apr 19, 2025
It is with joyful hearts that we announce that Sally Chaput has her mansion on the streets of gold! We made sure her tennis shoes were tied tight on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 5:37pm, as she ran into those pearly gates to find her momma, daddy, sister, and so many others.
We would say into the arms of Jesus, but...
Debra McCarley
Apr 18, 2025
Debra Ann McCarley was born on October 23, 1957 at Ft. Gordon, GA. She was raised in Alabama and moved to Texas after college, lived and worked in New Mexico and Texas, and then retired to Arkansas.
She is survived by her wife, Erica; her mother, JoAnn McCarley; nephews Christopher and his children, Maddie and Jackson, and Daniel McCarley; cousin Sheila...
Shirley "Sam" Ann Edds
Apr 18, 2025
Shirley "Sam" Ann Edds, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Royal, Arkansas, on April 18, 2025. Born on January 17, 1944, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, she was known for her unwavering devotion to her family and her remarkable talent as a caregiver.
In her cherished role as a stay-at-home mom and wife, Shirley...
Penny May DeBottis Smithers
Apr 18, 2025
Penny May DeBottis Smithers of Little Rock, AR, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025. She was born on November 1, 1953 in Rochester, NY to the late James and Ruth DeBottis.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Martin Edward Smithers, Sr. She is survived by her sons, Chad (Cindi) and Martin Jr. of AR; sisters, Susan DeBottis of...
Barbara Galbraith
Apr 18, 2025
Barbara Galbraith, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025 at the age of 90. Born on August 29, 1934, in Ione, Washington, Barbara was the eldest daughter of Elmer and Dorothy Thompson and was raised in the small town of Metaline Falls alongside her sister, Kay, and brother, Bob.
In 1954, Barbara met Edward Galbraith,...
Alvin Corder
Apr 17, 2025
Alvin Corder passed away April 17, 2025. He was born June 11, 1931 in Harlingen, Texas.
Graveside services will be held Monday, April 28, 2025 beginning at 10:00 AM at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W Maryland Avenue, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72120 with full Military Honors.
Laura Lou Frith
Apr 17, 2025
Laura Lou Frith, 88, of White Hall passed away April 17, 2025 at The Blossoms of White Hall. She was born February 14, 1937 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the late Gladys Murdoch Wingard and William P. Parrish. She attended the United Pentecostal Church and enjoyed quilting. In her working years, she was employed by Piggly Wiggly as a cook...
Thomas Ward
Apr 17, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Marshall Ward, age 67, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2025, following a recent surgical procedure.
Tom was born in Hays, Kansas, on March 2, 1958, in the heart of a blizzard—a fitting entrance for a man who stirred up joy, mischief, and love in equal measure. From the very beginning, he did things on...
Iva Keen
Apr 17, 2025
Iva Keen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on March 24, 1938, in Holly Ridge, Louisiana, Iva was a vibrant soul known for her outgoing personality and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Iva's journey through life was marked by a profound commitment to raising her children,...
William "Bill" Britt Powell
Apr 17, 2025
William “Bill” Britt Powell, 69, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away April 17, 2025. His health declined after his wife, Sharon, passed in 2022. He was a treasured father and grandfather who will be greatly missed.
Throughout his life, Bill found joy in various interests. In his younger years, he enjoyed cycling and spending time with good friends, which led...
Gary L. Slunder
Apr 17, 2025
Gary D. Slunder, age 74, of Glenwood, AR, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
He was born in Wabash County, Illinois, to his parents, Fred and Mary Slunder, on November 22, 1950.
Gary married his wife, Melinda J. Bright, in September 1980. They met at Snap-On Tools in 1977 and enjoyed 48 years together. Gary worked in the oil fields in...
Mary Laura Hollifield
Apr 17, 2025
Mary Laura Hollifield, age 79, of Caddo Gap, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
She was born on March 11, 1946, in Hot Springs. She was the daughter of Burnett Price and Ella Miller Price. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dennis Hollified; her daughter, Denise Baker; and her two brothers, Clovis Price and Jerry Price.
Mary...
Robert L. Lane
Apr 17, 2025
Robert Lane was born on October 5, 1934 in Monroe, Louisiana to Horace LeeRoy Lane and his wife Louise.
Robert grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he graduated from C.E. Byrd High School. He then attended Centenary College in Shreveport. Later, he earned degrees at University of Missouri at Rolla, and also at Ohio State University. In October of 1955, he...
Tara Stacks
Apr 16, 2025
Tara Stacks, age 50, of Arkadelphia passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth and indelible memories. She was born April 17, 1974 to Ray and Becky Brown. Tara brought joy and light into the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Becky Brown; step-mother-in-law, Elizabeth Stacks; and...
Karene Lois Jones
Apr 16, 2025
Karene Lois Benson Jones, born March 3, 1939, to Thelma and Swan Benson at Wahkon, Minnesota died April 16, 2025, in North Little Rock. She was an Elder and member of Park Hill Presbyterian Church, having served on several committees in the church, at the Presbytery level, at Synod of the Sun as well as having served as a commissioner...
Earnest Martin Dodds
Apr 15, 2025
“Sonny” Earnest Martin Dodds
Born September 8, 1940, Sonny met Jesus April 15, 2025 and was taken to Heaven. Sonny was born in Star City. His family moved to Little Rock when he was 9 years old. He attended Centennial Elementary, Pulaski Heights Junior High and Central High School, his senior year he attended Hall High School 1957-58. He went to...
James A Turner
Apr 15, 2025
James A. Turner, age 94 of Hickory Plains went to be with the Lord April 15, 2025. He was born on August 1, 1930, in Hickory Plains, Arkansas to James H. and Myrtle Turner.
He was a Veteran of the Korean War; retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and was a member of the Country Chapel. James loved to hunt, fish,...
Ismael Contreras Gerón
Apr 14, 2025
Ismael Contreras Gerón, born on June 17, 1978, he passed away on April 14, 2025 at the age of 46.
In honor of his life and memory, a visitation with a rosary will be held on Monday, April 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Smith Little Rock Funeral Home Chapel. A Funeral Mass will take place the following day,...