Rebecca Mae Browder
May 22, 2025
Rebecca (Becky) M. Browder, 63, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away much too soon on May 22nd, 2025 due to complications from a ruptured aneurysm. She was born August 28th, 1961 in Camden, Arkansas to the late John C. White and surviving Linda S. (Boyer) White.
Becky loved life in every conceivable way a person could. Her laugh was loud, distinct, and...
Martha M. Garcia
May 22, 2025
Martha Garcia, 73, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away May 22, 2025. Services will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in North Little Rock. Visitation will be at 6:00 PM with a rosary beginning at 6:30 PM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 7:00 PM.
Charles Freeman Ray
May 22, 2025
Charles Freeman Ray, 87, of Little Rock, AR, went to be with the Lord on May 22nd, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born March 5th, 1938 in Malvern, Arkansas to his late parents Hetty Louise Efird Ray Sweeney and Perry Freeman Ray.
Charles had many titles: husband, father, grandfather, Papoo, brother, friend, Charlie boy, Chuck, athlete, runner, safe clown,...
Lonnie Baker
May 22, 2025
Lonnie Campbell Baker, 89, passed away on May 22, 2025. She was born on July 27, 1935 in Beebe, Arkansas to George and Lizzie Campbell.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Art Baker.
Cremation arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. To view the online register, please visit www.smithfamilycares.com/westbrook
Charles Kenneth Locke
May 21, 2025
Charles Kenneth Locke, third child of Morgan Locke and Thelma Jones Locke, died in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, at the age of ninety-one.
Although raised in west Texas and an ardent fan of Westerns by Louis L’Amour and Zane Grey, Ken, or Kenneth, as he was variously called by family and friends, was an urbanite at heart. He was raised in his father’s...
James "Jim" Harvey Wells, Jr.
May 21, 2025
James "Jim" Harvey Wells, Jr., age 56, of Benton, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on May 21, 2025. He was born August 10, 1968, in Doniphan, Missouri, and lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and love.
Jim was the proud owner of Wells Lawn Care, a business he built with hard work and dedication, and was well known for his strong...
Murene Elizabeth Bauldwin
May 21, 2025
Murene Elizabeth Murphy Bauldwin, 94, of Little Rock went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. She was born on October 31, 1930, in Mississippi, to Virene and Ira Murphy. Murene was a member of Calvary Church of the Nazarene and for many years served as the church custodian.
Mrs. Bauldwin is survived by one daughter,...
Janis Kay Moreland
May 21, 2025
Janis "Kay" Moreland, 83, formerly of Roland, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Danville, Arkansas. Born on April 13, 1942, in Roland, Kay was the beloved daughter of the late Franklin "Frank" Bivins and Flossie Bivins.
Kay was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Her kindness and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew...
Odie Andrew Kirtley, Jr.
May 21, 2025
Odie Andrew Kirtley, Jr. of Benton, Arkansas, passed away May 21, 2025.
Odie was born September 21, 1947 in Dumas, Arkansas to Mr. and Mrs. Odie Andrew Kirtley, Sr. and was the youngest of their 3 children (sisters Jean and Tommie Sue). Odie graduated from Dumas High School in 1965. Then attended college at Mississippi State University and was also a...
Linnie V Evans
May 21, 2025
Linnie V. Evans, age 85, of Murfreesboro, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
She was born on December 16, 1939, in Rosboro. She was the daughter of Delmer Earl Rogers and Myrtle Marie Kizer Rogers. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hoyt Evans; her son, Dwayne Evans; and her brother, Richard Rodgers.
Linnie...
Brandon Lee William Sheets
May 20, 2025
Brandon Lee William Sheets, son of Rian and Stephanie Sheets, left to be with Jesus while sleeping in his mother’s arms, early Tuesday morning, May 20, 2025. Brandon was born on March 27, 2025, at 1:27 pm. Weighing 7 lbs 3.8 ounces.
In his short two months with us, Brandon touched so many lives and inspired faith and trust in God...
Elaine Faye Channell
May 20, 2025
Elaine Faye Channell, born on June 11, 1931, in Huttonsville, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, surrounded by family after a brief illness. She was the only child of Ivy Robert and Kathleen (Butcher) Forinash.
On October 12, 1946, Elaine married Kermit Brooks Channell I from Elkins, West Virginia, with whom she shared 57 happy years of marriage...
Darby LaRue Blair
May 20, 2025
Darby LaRue Blair, 81, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on May 20, 2025. She was born on May 6, 1944, in San Diego, California, to the late John and LaRue Cook.
Darby moved with her family to North Little Rock at the age of five, where she spent most of her life. She attended Park Hill Elementary and Jeff...
Jerry W. Adams
May 20, 2025
Jerry W. Adams, born on June 30, 1943, in Newark, Arkansas, raised in McCrory, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025. A dedicated professional and a loving family man, Jerry's legacy will live on.
Family meant everything to Jerry. He cherished his wife of 53 years, Margaret Adams, and took great pride in his sons, Jason (Jennifer) Adams and Grant...
Janet Louise Allen Bradley
May 19, 2025
Janet Louise Allen Bradley, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 19, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on October 4, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri, Janet embodied love and warmth throughout her life, creating a nurturing home filled with joy for her family.
Janet enjoyed a fulfilling life marked by her passions and dedication to...
Juanita Patricia "Pat" Drake
May 18, 2025
Juanita Patricia "Pat" Drake-Ervin — daughter, mother, wife, and Nanny — went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 18, 2025, just days before her 83rd birthday.
Born on May 23, 1942, she was a proud Arkansan through and through. She was a devoted lover of books, a loyal supporter of the Arkansas Razorbacks, and above all else, a steadfast...
Ricky Lee Price
May 18, 2025
Ricky Lee Price, 61, of Mcrae, Arkansas, passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on the land he cherished on May 18, 2025. Born on April 29, 1964, at Dr. Porter Rodgers Hospital in Searcy, Ricky lived a life rooted in love, hard work, and unwavering faith.
Ricky was a man defined by kindness, generosity, and strength. In his...
James Ronald Scoles
May 17, 2025
James Ronald Scoles, born on September 1, 1944, in Casa, Arkansas, passed away on May 17, 2025, in Conway, Arkansas. He lived a life full of purpose, working at Green Bay Packaging, from which he eventually retired. James was not only dedicated to his career but also found joy in giving back to his community as a volunteer with the...
Michelle Lydia Avery
May 17, 2025
Michelle Lydia Avery, of Bryant, Arkansas, was born September 1,1964 in Detroit, Michigan to James Louis Cawson and Rose Marie (Monfette) Cawson. Michelle went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Michelle graduated from Walled Lake Western High School in 1982. Following graduation, Michelle earned her cosmetology license...
Linda Joan Herndon
May 16, 2025
Linda Joan Herndon was born on February 10, 1947 to Alvin and Doreen Howlett of Little Rock. On Friday, May 16, 2025, Linda passed away peacefully in the care of her loving family. Linda was a Christian and found great comfort in her daily devotional and Bible studies. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Doreen Howlett,...