Dec 7, 2020

We are sad to share with you that C. Dennis Schick passed away at home Monday December 7. Dennis was a husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all.

He is preceded in death by his father and mother Dean and Ardyce Schick. He is survived by his wife Jan of 61 years; by his three children Leslie...

Dec 7, 2020

Dec 6, 2020

Mary Jane Huff, 71, of Judsonia, Arkansas went to be with the Lord December 6, 2020.  She was born March 2, 1949 in Toledo, Ohio to Donald and Norma Specht.  She was a retired CNA, having retired from Ridgewood Manor.

She is survived by son Donald Huff of Judsonia; five daughters, Norma (Jackie) Noble of Judsonia, Michelle...

Dec 6, 2020

Jaclyn “Jackie” Cherie Thomas-Penix passed away December 6, 2020 at the age of 43 in Malvern, Arkansas.  She was born to Sherry and Jackson Thomas of Little Rock on May 16, 1977.

Jackie had a big heart.  Her favorite holiday was Christmas.  She loved Pioneer Woman and anything Pumpkin spice.

She is preceded in death...

Dec 6, 2020

Brian Horton Hickman, 46, left this life on December 6, 2020 at his home in North Little Rock, Arkansas.  Brian was born in Harrison, Arkansas on November 15, 1974 and graduated from Harrison High School in 1993. He married the love of his life, April, on November 2, 2013, and they went on to share 7 years of love,...

Dec 6, 2020

Linda Carol Reed, 73, of Benton, Arkansas passed away December 6, 2020.  She was born January 21, 1947 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Marvin Leroy and Ernestine (Rouse) Parker.

Linda received a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from University of Arkansas at Little Rock.  She worked for Central Arkansas Water Works.  Linda was of the Baptist...

Dec 6, 2020

George “Dave” Barnett passed on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Baptist Hospital.  Dave was born to Ralph “Ray” and Nell Barnett in Bluefield, West Virginia on October 18, 1929, where he was raised and which he referred to as “God’s Country.”  Dave graduated from Bluefield High School “Beavers” Class of ’47. He sought higher education and graduated from “The...

Dec 5, 2020

Dec 5, 2020

Virginia Blakemore, 103, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2020 at Parkway Health Center in Little Rock.  She was born December 21, 1916 in the country outside of Crossett, Arkansas to William Seneca Blakemore and Harriet Clements Blakemore. Crossett had an excellent school system, but the schools were private, and all the Blakemore girls had to work to pay their...

Dec 5, 2020

With great regret, we announce that on December 5th our beloved Brittany “Bee” Ann Harrison made her final passage. Heartbreakingly, she was one of millions of loved ones lost to opiates. Brittany was open, vulnerable, and courageous in battling her addiction for 15 years. Our hearts are shattered, but we trust that our angel now has new wings and...

Dec 5, 2020

Ellen Lee Bailey DeGroodt, 93, of North Little Rock, went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on December 5, 2020. She was born May 6, 1927 to the late Allen and Rachel (Gatling) Holmes, in Sheridan, Arkansas.

Ellen was preceded in death by husbands, Richard “Pat” Bailey for 51 years, and John DeGroodt for 11...

Dec 5, 2020

Linda C. Fulmer was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on July 19, 1946. She gained her heavenly wings on December 5, 2020. Linda was preceded in death by both of her parents, Elsie and George Ausbrooks, sisters, Betty Ausbrooks, Barbara Fields, Brother Larry Ausbrooks.

She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Sonny Fulmer, son...

Dec 5, 2020

Clifton Michael Claypool, 63, of Benton, Arkansas passed away December 5, 2020.  He was born September 30, 1957 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Perry and Ruby Jean (Sutton) Claypool.

Clifton worked as a truck driver for over fifteen years.  He loved “old school” wrestling and working with wood.  He loved people and was always joking. ...

Dec 4, 2020

Whitman Lewis Bransford was born in Chicago, Illinois, on August 16, 1987, and departed us from North Little Rock, Arkansas, on December 4, 2020.

He was the loving son of Maryanne and Walt Bransford, preceded in death by his grandparents JW and Anne Lewis, and Lee and Jeanne Bransford, his aunt Robin Bugge and his childhood dogs...

Dec 4, 2020

Albert “Eckie” Ellis Harrison, 63 of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on December 4, 2020. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 4, 1957. Eckie owned and operated Frank Harrison and Son, Inc.  He was a pillar of his community who never met a stranger and cared about everyone. He had “long arms” and reached out to...

Dec 4, 2020

Aaron Lovell Engle, 74, of Benton, Arkansas passed away December 4, 2020.  He was born April 30, 1946 in Texarkana, Arkansas to Glenn Freeman and Faye Smith.

Aaron proudly served in the United States Navy where he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.  After retiring from the Federal Department of Corrections, Aaron did not sit still. ...

Dec 3, 2020

Jennifer Irvin age 73, of Benton, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2020 in Benton. She was born in Arkadelphia to Pete Clifton and Bertha Powell Smith. She was in management with retail stores and restaurants for several years. Jennifer worked for the Alexander Human Development Center, where she thoroughly enjoyed helping people. She will be missed by her family...

Dec 3, 2020

Christine Annette Steele, 49, of Benton, Arkansas passed away December 3, 2020.  She was born July 12, 1971 in Benton, Arkansas to Milton and Barbara (McCain) Wise.

Christine leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband, James Steele; and many family members and friends who love Christine and will miss her always.

Family-led Celebration...

Dec 3, 2020

Edward Lee Eason, 70, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away December 3, 2020.  He was born May 16, 1950 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Earnest Bryant and Betty (Allen) Eason.

Ed managed 8 Wheels Skating Rinks, Skate City and Rink 2 for years where he coached roller skating and speed skating to many young people. He...

Dec 3, 2020

William “Bill” Richard Casady, 85, of North Little Rock passed away December 3, 2020.  He was born January 1, 1935 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma to the late Lance Condi Casady and Sally Mae Baker Casady.  He retired from General Electric, enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and watching western movies. Bill was an avid sports fan who enjoyed the Razorbacks.

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