All Obituaries

Thomas P. Dutton

Thomas P. Dutton

Feb 23, 2026

Thomas (Tom) P. Dutton, age 84, of Glenwood, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026.

He was born on June 23, 1941, in Norman. He was the son of Argus Lester Dutton and Ruby Lee Self Dutton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Gisela Dutton.

Thomas served in the Air Force and then later in the National...

Carmelita Burks

Carmelita Burks

Feb 23, 2026

Carmelita Wooley Burks lived 85 years the way most people only dream of — fully, generously, and without ever really slowing down. She passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, leaving behind a husband of 67 years, a family she adored, a church she helped build, and a community she served with her whole heart.

Born on April 1, 1940, at...

Robert Alan Norton

Robert Alan Norton

Feb 23, 2026

Robert Alan Norton, 61, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away February 23, 2026. He was born December 1, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, to the late Hillard McGowan and Dolores (McGowan) Norton.

Robert leaves behind many loved ones and friends who love him and will miss him always.

Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com

Tiffany Gayle Dunaway

Tiffany Gayle Dunaway

Feb 23, 2026

Tiffany Gayle Lamb, age 52, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed from this life on February 23, 2026. Born on October 9, 1973, in Dallas, Texas, to Eddie and Bevla Lamb, she lived a life defined by deep love for her family, a vibrant spirit, and an unwavering commitment to her faith.

Tiffany graduated from Denton High School in 1992. She then pursued...

Janeth Del Carmen Ramirez Valecillos

Janeth Del Carmen Ramirez Valecillos

Feb 21, 2026

Janeth Del Carmen Ramirez ValecillosHoy te recordamos com el alma abierta, con la nostalgia justa y el amor intacto. No hace falta hablar mucho para que tu escencia se haga presente. Tu forma de amar, tu sonrisa, tus palabras quedaron sembradas entre nosotros eternamente. Especialmente en tus padres Numa, Isbelia tu esposo Edinson, tus hermanos Yordy y Yarlinda, tus hijos...

William "Bill" Rutledge

William "Bill" Rutledge

Feb 21, 2026

William "Bill" A. Rutledge was born on August 12, 1941 in Dyess, Arkansas to Andrew and Lena Rutledge. The evening of February 21, 2026 he went into the loving arms of Jesus. 

Bill attended High School in Conway, Arkansas where he met his wife, Lois. They married in 1960. They had a blessed and happy life together. During their 65 years...

Bobbye Brinkley

Bobbye Brinkley

Feb 21, 2026

Bobbye June Marler Brinkley passed away on February 21, 2026, in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Bobbye was born March 30, 1928, to Benjamin Edgar Marler & Myrtle Mapp Marler in Harperville, Mississippi. She graduated from Forest High School in Forest, Mississippi, and attended Mississippi State University, where she met her future husband, Roy Arvid Brinkley, Jr. of Dell, Arkansas, a...

Patricia Edington

Patricia Edington

Feb 21, 2026

Patricia Edington, born on July 20, 1945, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Patricia was married to John on January 28, 1967, and together they created a life of love and memories.

Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Chester (Red) Ketchum, her mother, Emagene Thomason Ketchum, her sister, Deborah Shappy, and her brothers Billy Ketchum, David Ketchum, and...

Patricia D. Banicky

Patricia D. Banicky

Feb 21, 2026

Patricia D. Banicky, age 87, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

She was born on August 19, 1938, in Colombus, GA. The daughter of Leroy and Alberta Carver. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Dorothy Roberts, her brothers, Thomas and Leroy Carver, and her son, Michael Banicky.

Patricia's love in her life were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

She...

Tommy Gene Singleton

Tommy Gene Singleton

Feb 21, 2026

Tommy Gene Singleton, age 64, of Royal, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

He was born on September 14, 1961 in Dumas. He was the son of Elisha Singleton and Geneva Fair Singleton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his two brothers, Leeroy Singleton and R.L. Singleton.

On May 27, 1983, Tommy...

Rita Schnebelen

Rita Schnebelen

Feb 21, 2026

Rita (Sarna) Schnebelen left this world at age 91 on February 21, 2026, to join the Lord and loved ones who went before her, especially her husband and eldest son. Rita was born in North Little Rock, Arkansas to Annie (Stozek) and John Sarna on April 6, 1934. She was a lifelong member of St Mary’s Catholic Church in NLR,...

Donna Colclasure

Donna Colclasure

Feb 20, 2026

Donna Michelle (Wickliffe) Colclasure, age 63, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, tookher first steps in Heaven on February 20, 2026.

Donna was born in Kansas City and raised in North Little Rock. As the first of five children, her childhood was filled with love, laughter, and lifelong friendships, a bond that could never be broken. She was a proud graduate of...

Martha Mobley James

Martha Mobley James

Feb 20, 2026

Martha Mobley James, born on July 16, 1952, passed away surrounded by the love of family and the legacy of a life well lived.



Martha was the cherished daughter of Robert Joseph Mobley and Cicely Mae Glendinning, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andrew James, and her dear sisters Jane...

Mildred Evelyn Burgess

Mildred Evelyn Burgess

Feb 20, 2026

Mildred Evelyn Meimerstorf Burgess of Little Rock passed away on February 20, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas after a brief illness. She made the Lodge at Presbyterian Village her home for the past 9 years where she enjoyed friendships with other residents and the caring staff.

She was born on June 24, 1925, in Dardanelle, Arkansas, to Louis F. and Eula...

Karen Sue Williams

Karen Sue Williams

Feb 20, 2026

Karen Sue Williams

July 29, 1961 – February 20, 2026

Karen Sue Williams, 64, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away February 20, 2026, at Baptist Health in Little Rock.

She was born July 29, 1961, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Ruby (Poe) Briley and the late Don Briley.

Karen is survived by her husband, Jimmy Williams; her children, Michael Williams and Kathy Williams;...

Donald E. Rice

Donald E. Rice

Feb 20, 2026

Donald E. Rice, 93, passed away Friday morning, February 20th to go and be with our lord. He was married to Ann Rice and would have celebrated their 70th anniversary in March, He was preceded in death by his mother and father and six of seven sisters. He is survived by his wife, Ann, of 69 years, sister Jean Branit...

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh

Feb 19, 2026

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh, age 29, of Amity passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

She was born on August 27, 1996 in Hermitage, TN. Sydney was the very loved daughter of John D. Stombaugh and LyAnna Hale Stombaugh. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, JoAnn Roberts; and her paternal grandmother, Doris Stroup.

Sydney was walking sunshine and never met...

Marlon Pruett

Marlon Pruett

Feb 19, 2026

Marlon Roy Pruett, age 68, of Ward, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on February 19, 2026. He was born on February 22, 1957, in Beebe, Arkansas, to Carroll Pruett and Shirley Pruett, both of whom preceded him in death. Marlon passed away at home.

Marlon was a kind-hearted and caring man who was always willing to help others....

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh

Feb 19, 2026

Sydney Lianne Stombaugh, age 29, of Amity passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

She was born on August 27, 1996 in Hermitage, TN. Sydney was the very loved daughter of John D. Stombaugh and LyAnna Hale Stombaugh. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, JoAnn Roberts; and her paternal grandmother, Doris Stroup.

Sydney was walking sunshine and never met...

Jimmy Richard Graham

Jimmy Richard Graham

Feb 19, 2026

Jimmy Richard Graham, a devoted caregiver and a cherished light within his community, entered into eternal rest on the morning of February 19, 2026, at 7:23 AM. Jimmy passed away at the Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by friends and family who meat the world to him.

Born in Louisiana on June 19, 1954, to Mary Louise Stanley and LJ...