All Obituaries
Joe C. Ellis
Oct 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Ellis, age 83, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, who departed this world peacefully on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 10, 1942, in Hope, Arkansans, Joe lived a life defined by devotion—to his family, his friends, and his church. He was a man of...
Shelby Carroll White
Oct 23, 2025
Shelby Carroll White, 83, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025. He was born on September 24, 1942, to Homer and Martha (Tackett) White.
Shelby began his lifelong career in 1960 winding transformers, a trade that would shape much of his life and legacy. Through hard work, dedication, and a deep commitment to his craft, he eventually became...
Margie Coley
Oct 22, 2025
Margie Coley, 95, of McRae, Arkansas passed away on October 22, 2025. She was born on September 14,1930 to Ramon and Antonia Ruiz in Glenrio, Texas.
Margie was raised in Tucumcari, New Mexico. After knowing him only three weeks, she left home to marry Laudis Coley. Their marriage lasted 67 years.
Ultimately, Laudis brought Margie to his native state of Arkansas where...
Roger Lewis Tilley, M.D.
Oct 22, 2025
Dr. Roger “Doc” Tilley, 72, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, October 22. He was met by Jesus and reunited with his mother and father, Dr. Lewis Brown Tilley and Essie Faye Bryan Tilley, who preceded him to glory. He is also preceded by his grandparents, Lewis Cadmus Tilley and Manie Brown Tilley, James Witt Bryan, and Zula Pearl Bryan.
Dr....
Theodore "Ted" Lloyd Johnson
Oct 22, 2025
Theodore “Ted” Lloyd Johnson, 77, of Benton, went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2025. He was born on October 26, 1947, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and lived a life full of faith, laughter, and love.
Ted was a man of strong character and quiet strength. After graduating high school, he proudly served his country in the United...
Leona Kay Jennings-Mickel
Oct 22, 2025
Leona Kay Jennings-Mickel, a cherished mother and beloved friend, was born on December 26, 1950, in Texarkana, Arkansas, and left this world on October 22, 2025. Leona’s life was beautifully woven with love, creativity, and joy, celebrating the moments that truly mattered—especially those shared with her family during the holidays.
Her love of water showed through in her favorite pastime of...
Pamela Kahler
Oct 21, 2025
Pamela Jean Kähler was born on September 26, 1967 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
She was the daughter of Harland Eugene “Red” Harper and Ona Mae Adams Harper and grew up in Camden, Arkansas. After graduating from high school, she moved to Little Rock and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
A friend once described Pam as,...
Brian Kelly Davis
Oct 21, 2025
Sometime during the morning of October 21, 2025 Brian Kelly Davis took his last breath here on earth. And in that same instant he was transformed into the perfect existence that he’s going to be for eternity, free from all of his earthly afflictions.
Born on August 20, 1972 to Gene and Ginger Davis, Brian is survived by both his father...
Jim Allen Wood
Oct 21, 2025
Jim Allen Wood, a Levy Legend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 21, 2025. He is survived by his loving and loyal wife of 57 years, Nedra Dumas Wood and his children Ritchie Wood (Selina), Kevin Wood (Lisa), Kraig Wood (Shawna), Gabriel Bond (Will), and Bubba Wood (Brandy). He also had eleven grandchildren who lovingly called him Big...
Charles Edward Hill
Oct 20, 2025
Charles Edward Hill, born on July 3, 1949, in Grady, Arkansas, passed away on October 20, 2025.
Charles’s life was marked by both challenges and change. Though his path was not always an easy one, he found peace later in life through faith and family. He was baptized at Elect Temple Church of God in Christ on August 12, 2007. Later...
Clarissa Marie Harpool
Oct 20, 2025
Clarissa Marie (Burton) Harpool, age 34, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. She was born and raised in Little Rock, the oldest child of Barry and Rhonda Burton, and the first of five siblings.
Clarissa married the love of her life, Robert Clayton Harpool, also from Little Rock, on May 25, 2012. They are the proud...
Colby Landon Tiner
Oct 20, 2025
Colby Landon Tiner, born July 24, 2006, in Benton, Arkansas, passed away on October 20, 2025. Though his time here was far too short, Colby left a lasting mark on everyone blessed to know him.
Colby was cherished for his energy, creativity, and one-of-a-kind spirit that drew people in.
Colby had a vibrant personality and a heart as big as his imagination....
Linda Joy Hathcock
Oct 20, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound respect, we announce the passing of Linda Joy Hathcock, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Born on July 18, 1953, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Linda gracefully traversed the chapters of her life until her departure from this world on October 20, 2025, in Friendship, Arkansas.
Linda's journey was marked by the love she generously shared, first...
Martha Louise Bernardi
Oct 19, 2025
Martha Louise Cotham Bernardi
Age 91 • Benton, Arkansas
Martha Louise Cotham Bernardi, age 91, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on October 19, 2025.
Born and raised in Tennessee, Martha spent most of her adult life in Wood Dale, Illinois, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Bernardi; her son,...
Linda Marie Gavin
Oct 19, 2025
Linda Marie Gavin, known affectionately as "Granny," passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, in Bauxite, Arkansas, at age 77. She was born on April 2, 1948, to Tommy and Lettie Cole.
Linda not only approached life head-on as a strong-willed and independent God-fearing woman, but she dedicated her life as a devoted homemaker who cherished her family and poured her...
Phillip Montague
Oct 19, 2025
Phillip Lee Montague, age 68, of Ward, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2025, at home. Phillip was born February 2, 1957, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Phillip grew up on a farm in Ward and attended both Searcy and Cabot Public Schools. He worked at Independent Manufacturing and eventually took over the business where he worked alongside his son Robert....
Lavern Ruth Thompson
Oct 18, 2025
Lavern Thompson, 95, of McRae, Arkansas went to meet the Lord on October 18, 2025. She was born in McRae, Arkansas to Finis and Alice Strayhorn on June 1, 1930.
She loved fishing, camping, cooking, and spending time with her dog, Lucy. Lavern used to spend her time sewing and making anything from clothes to stuffed animals.
She was preceded in death...
Bentley Thomas Hamilton
Oct 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bentley Thomas Hamilton, age 17, of Conway, Arkansas, who left this world far too soon on October 18, 2025.
Bentley was a compassionate and loyal young man, known for his kind heart, easygoing nature, and a sense of humor that lifted others even in difficult times. He had a remarkable ability to brighten...
Bettye Jean Henderson
Oct 18, 2025
Bettye Jean Henderson, age 88, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in Benton, surrounded by family, on October 18, 2025. She was born on August 5, 1937, in Glenwood, Arkansas, to the late Barney and Opal Malcom.
Bettye was born and raised in Glenwood, where she built a life rooted in kindness, hard work, and care for others.
She worked as a...
Samuel Jake Shaver
Oct 18, 2025
Samuel Jake Shaver, of Gravette, Arkansas, passed away on October 18, 2025. He was born on March 12, 1980, to Daniel and Diane Shaver in Portsmouth, Virginia. Jake spent over 20 years doing a job he loved, driving trucks and playing in the dirt.
Jake’s favorite sports were basketball, pool, horseshoes, driving fast, fishing and he could not wait until the...
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