All Obituaries

Susan Margaret Board

Susan Margaret Board

Sep 25, 2025

On September 25, 2025, Susan Margaret Board (née Steeps) passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord.

Susan was born on April 16, 1954, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. She often spoke of her sweet childhood memories, especially baking cookies with her mother at Christmastime—her favorite tradition.

In her younger years, her family moved around before eventually settling in Conway, Arkansas,...

Cecil Jean Short

Cecil Jean Short

Sep 25, 2025

Cecil Jean Short, age 82, of Little Rock passed away September 25, 2025. She was born June 20, 1943, in North Little Rock, Arkansas to Dossie A. Rambo. and Ida Mae (Yarbrough) Rambo.

Cecil Jean loved her family and the Lord dearly.   

She is preceded in death by her parents; numerous brothers and sisters; husband GW Short and a daughter Susan...

David "Dave" Roberts

David "Dave" Roberts

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David “Dave” Roberts, who went home to be with the Lord on September 24, 2025 in Sherwood, AR.

Born on July 17th, 1956 in Indianapolis, Indiana, Dave lived a life marked by fun, generosity, and self-improvement. He attended Emerich Manual high school and graduated from Indiana University. Dave spent most...

Sherman "Harold" Trammel

Sherman "Harold" Trammel

Sep 24, 2025

Sherman “Harold” Trammel, age 73, of Okolona, formerly of Bismarck passed to the other side on September 24, 2025.

He worked for International Paper as a dozer operator and spent the next 32 years as a track manager at Oaklawn in Hot Springs.

Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Diana Davis; daughter, Cherly Bratton; brother Travis Trammel; and sister, Edna...

Mary Jane Adams

Mary Jane Adams

Sep 24, 2025



Mary Jane Adams of Lonoke passed away Sept 24, 2025 just 4 days after her 76th birthday.  She is the daughter of the late Lelia (Moody) and the late Arlan Warner.  Mary was also preceded in death by 3 siblings:  Billy Warner, Joan Turner and Jerry Ingle; a grandson, Jeffery Mashburn; as well as her husband, Kenneth B. Adams.

Survivors include...

Steven Lynn Foshee, Sr.

Steven Lynn Foshee, Sr.

Sep 24, 2025

Steven Lynn Foshee, Sr., 72, passed away on September 24, 2025. Born April 13, 1953, in Bakersfield, California, Steven was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose presence brought joy to everyone who knew him.

Steven worked for many years as both a welder and a truck driver, providing for his family with a tireless work ethic and quiet...

Hilda Hill

Hilda Hill

Sep 23, 2025

Hilda Bryant Hill was born November 7, 1924 to Marshall and Louisa Howelton Bryant. She was a graduate of Manuel Training School in Muskogee, Ok. She was also a graduate of Roosevelt University in Chicago, Il, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Hilda retired from the University of Central Arkansas where she served as the Dean of Students, to...

Ronald Wayne Headington

Ronald Wayne Headington

Sep 23, 2025

Ronald Wayne Headington, a beloved husband, father, son, and grandfather, passed away on September 23, 2025, in Benton, Arkansas. Born on December 28, 1957, Ronald led a life dedicated to family, work, and the simple joys of life.

He spent the majority of his career at Dimac Manufacturing Company, where he was known for his dedication and craftsmanship as a machinist....

Polly Ann Cloud

Polly Ann Cloud

Sep 23, 2025

Polly Ann Cloud, 88, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on September 23, 2025. She was born on February 2, 1937, in Benton, Arkansas, to Van and Glennie Zuber.

Polly was a woman of spirit, humor, and determination. She spent her career working in mapping for the Highway Department, where her strong work ethic and attention to detail shone through. But more...

Virgie Anne Watkins

Virgie Anne Watkins

Sep 23, 2025

Virgie Anne Watkins entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on September 23rd, 2025. Born in Houston, Texas on February 10, 1941, to Alma (Albright) and Ozro Smith, Virgie's life was forever changed by the love and care of Birley Jack, when he and Alma married, she considered him her real “Daddy” her entire life.

A proud 1958...

Barton "Bart" Richardson

Barton "Bart" Richardson

Sep 23, 2025

Bart Richardson, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on September 23, 2025, at the age of 69. Born in Flint, Michigan, on September 8, 1956, Bart was a beloved husband, son, brother, and a true friend to many.

After graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in engineering, Bart built a successful career that eventually led him to serve...

Alfred Gene Eddins

Alfred Gene Eddins

Sep 23, 2025

Alfred G. Eddins, 92, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, September 23, after a valiant and brave battle with cancer. Born to Jack and Zelma Eddins, he was raised in Des Arc, Arkansas. He was an Army veteran who fought in the Korean war conflict.

Al began his career with the Coca Cola Company while living in Brinkley where he...

Paola Hernandez-Sosa

Paola Hernandez-Sosa

Sep 23, 2025

Paola Hernandez-Sosa was born on February 18, 1980, in Orange County, California, and passed away on September 23, 2025.

Paola worked as a manager at several restaurants since moving to Arkansas, where her strong work ethic and welcoming personality made her well-loved by both her team and customers. This is how she started her wonderful journey of making beautiful connections with...

Ruth Merle Hook

Ruth Merle Hook

Sep 22, 2025

Ruth Merle (Hamilton) Hook, 83, of Little Rock, AR, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025. She had only been in her memory care apartment a couple of weeks but called her daughter after the first week and said, “I love it here; I am home”. Now she is really Home…

Ruth married her one and only love, Bobby Joe Hook,...

Marilyn "Mermaid" Johnson

Marilyn "Mermaid" Johnson

Sep 22, 2025

Marilyn "Mermaid" Mays Johnson of Royal, Ar., passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025. She was born on April 29, 1962 to Alonzo and Margaret Bell Mays in Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters; Karen and  Sharon Mays, and grandson De'Andre Mays III. 

Marilyn was a graduate of Calumet High School in Chicago. She married...

Margaret Trible Moseley

Margaret Trible Moseley

Sep 22, 2025

Margaret Trible Moseley, daughter of Paula and the late James Robert Moseley, Jr. died on September 22, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was 63 years old.

Trible was born on May 31, 1962, in Jacksonville, North Carolina. She graduated from St. Margaret’s School in Tappahannock, VA and the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, AR. With her interest in journalism,...

Barbara Parrish Shirley

Barbara Parrish Shirley

Sep 22, 2025



Barbara Ann (Parrish) Shirley passed away on September 22, 2025. She was born on July 13, 1935 in Russellville, AR to Paul E. and Edna M. Parrish. Barbara married Jimmie C. Shirley of North Little Rock on November 11, 1956 and they enjoyed 62 years of marriage together. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and two...

Wanda Sue Byrd

Wanda Sue Byrd

Sep 22, 2025

Wanda Sue (Huneycutt) Byrd was born August 14, 1932 in the Richwoods Community near Arkadelphia to Claude and Stella Huneycutt. Wanda graduated from Sparkman High School in 1950. She was the seventh child and youngest daughter in a family of fourteen children, which gave her the opportunity to help raise her seven younger brothers. They were a close knit farm...

Wanda Sue Byrd

Wanda Sue Byrd

Sep 22, 2025

Wanda Sue (Huneycutt) Byrd was born August 14, 1932 in the Richwoods Community near Arkadelphia to Claude and Stella Huneycutt. Wanda graduated from Sparkman High School in 1950. She was the seventh child and youngest daughter in a family of fourteen children, which gave her the opportunity to help raise her seven younger brothers. They were a close knit farm...

Avaline Fayetta Sharp

Avaline Fayetta Sharp

Sep 21, 2025

Avaline Fayetta Sharp, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on September 13, 1952, in Benton, Arkansas, Avaline devoted her life to caring for others, serving as a caretaker in several nursing homes throughout the years. Her unwavering commitment to those in need reflected the depth of...