All Obituaries
Anyla Rae Anne Cogburn
May 6, 2025
Anyla Rae Anne Cogburn, of Glenwood, went to be loved in the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
She was born on December 11, 2024. She was the daughter of Ethan Ray Bankhead and Breanna Laray Cogburn. She is preceded in death by her great-grandmothers, Laura Cogburn and Geraldine Cogburn; and her great-grandfathers, Ray Ray Cogburn and Dewight "Bicibo"...
John Graves, Jr.
May 6, 2025
John Graves, Jr. passed away May 6, 2025. He was born to John Graves, Sr., and Elizabeth (Tolleson) Tigue on August 18, 1998, in Texarkana, Texas. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Richard and Dorothy Graves, and brother Jalen Lewis. Survivors include his Mother, Elizabeth Tigue, Brother, Jarrod Graves; sisters, Tamara Graves (Sidney) and Phelecia Graves (Amber); grandparents, Jim...
Bobbilyn Gay Mitchell
May 6, 2025
Bobbilyn Mitchell (85) was born April 23, 1940, in Little Rock Arkansas to Doris Jenkins George and Robert William George and passed peacefully on May 6, 2025 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock. Bobbilyn especially loved her family, animals, music, and the Ozark Mountains. She had a great sense of humor and made friends easily.
Bobbilyn is survived by her...
Virginia Collins
May 5, 2025
Virginia Gail Collins, 70, of Scott, Arkansas; born to Lois and Ellis Martin on March 6th, 1955 gained her heavenly wings on May 5th, 2025.
A kind and caring wife, mother, and grandma, who loved all unconditionally, Virginia- known affectionately as “Pug” to many- was also a beloved sister, aunt, and friend to many. She was always there for anyone who...
Karen Gaston
May 5, 2025
Karen Gaston, passed away on May 5, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, at the age of 61. Born on April 5, 1964, in Muncie, Indiana, Karen dedicated her life to helping others. Her warm-hearted nature and caregiving spirit endeared her to countless individuals throughout her career, making a lasting impact on those she served.
Karen was a proud and devoted grandmother,...
John Taylor
May 3, 2025
John Barney Taylor, lovingly known as JB passed away peacefully at his home on May 3, 2025, with his wife of 24 Years, Joyce, by his side.
He was born on February 28, 1940, the second son of Bill and Esther Taylor. His dad gave him the nickname Wicker, but JB stuck.
He grew up in Wright, Arkansas working on the farm...
Robert Thomas Shefelton, Jr.
May 3, 2025
Robert Thomas Shefelton, Jr., age 63, of Norman, passed away on May 3, 2025, at home with his wife at his side. He was born on October 8, 1961, to Robert Thomas Shefelton, Sr., and Judith Claire Bebout, in Columbus, Ohio.Robert married the love of his life, Sherry, on December 30, 1990, in the middle of Operation Desert Storm. He...
Melvin "Van" Lowe, Jr.
May 3, 2025
Melvin (Van) Lowe, Jr., 87, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025 after a fall and brief hospital stay. Van was born January 24, 1938 in Little Rock to Melvin and Sybil Lowe. Van grew up in North Little Rock and graduated North Little Rock High School in 1956. He retired from Union Pacific Railroad in 1999...
Minnie "Lorene" Weise
May 3, 2025
Minnie “Lorene” Weise, 93, passed to heaven, May 3, 2025. She was born to James and Melissa Cash on Cash Mountain, Saline County, Arkansas. She had 14 siblings. Lorene was married to Oswald Weise Jr. (deceased) for 65 years. She is survived by her daughters: Brenda Wright (Eddie), of Jacksonville, Illinois, Sandra Van Horn (Johnny) of Dardanelle, Arkansas, Jo Nutt...
Doris Galloway
May 2, 2025
Doris loved life and was a beloved wife to T.Z., mother of three, Linda Matthaei and husband, Rudy, Mark Galloway and wife, Sherry and Jan Galloway and husband, Ron. So proudly loved 9 grandchildren, Shawn Galloway and Mandy Geltemeyer; Anna Speier and Eric, Esther, Nathan and Stefan Matthaei, J.A. and Brad Vacca; along with 11 great grandchildren and so many...
Shirley Hammett
May 2, 2025
It is with profound joy and sorrow that we announce the passing of Shirley Faye Hammett (née Sadler), age 88, of Greers Ferry, Arkansas. Shirley, a loving mother and MamMaw, was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2025.
She was born on May 10, 1936, in Portland, Arkansas, to Jasper Dean and Maude Lee Sadler.
Shirley was...
Sarah Lea Daily Connell
May 2, 2025
Sarah Lea Daily Connell, age 85 of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed way peacefully on May 2nd , 2025. She was born on December 14, 1939, in Donaldson, Arkansas, to Robert “Bob” Lee Daily and Pauline Virginia West Daily. She entered the world with the help of Dr. Barrier and midwife Mrs. Ruby Fuller Rhodes.
Sarah began school at Donaldson Elementary and graduated...
Gary Lynn Eubank
May 2, 2025
Gary Lynn Eubank of Bryant passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2025, at the age of 74.
Gary was born in North Little Rock on Nov. 16, 1950, to Pauline (Tomlin) and Clyde Eubank. After graduating from North Little Rock High School, Gary began a decades-long career as a master electrician, displaying a strong work ethic that served as an inspiration...
Cynthia Lee Crow
May 1, 2025
Born in Lodi, California on August 21, 1946 to Lloyd and Violet Brown. She was called home on May 1, 2025 at the age of 78 in Hot springs, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her father Lloyd Garfield Brown, Violet and step father Norman McDonald, her sisters Joy Shaffer and BJ Holm. She is survived by her loving...
James R. Wilder
May 1, 2025
James "Hacksaw" Wilder, age 80, of Amity passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025. He was born September 1, 1944 in Amity, Arkansas to the late Dan Russell and Nellie Edith (Newton) Wilder. Hacksaw enjoyed working on cars and building motorcycles. He was a great horse trader. However, Hacksaw's favorite hobby was holding down the couch and piddling in his shop....
Tony Brockinton
May 1, 2025
Tony Lee Brockinton, 68, of Sherwood, Arkansas, was born on August 8, 1956, in Little Rock to Edna and Leroy Brockinton. He passed away on the night of May 1st, 2025. Tony was one of a kind. He was the kind of man who knew how to fix just about anything, who could spot a good deal from a mile...
Dr. Joe David Daugherty
May 1, 2025
Joe David Daugherty, M.D., 82, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away on May 1, 2025. A dedicated physician, passionate adventurer, and lifelong learner, Joe was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Anita Ward Daugherty; his daughter, Holly Warren (Dave); his son, David Eric Daugherty (Amanda); and his granddaughter, Lily Elizabeth Warren....
Dennis Randolph Brant
May 1, 2025
Dennis. R. Brant, 82, of North Little Rock died Thursday after a 25-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born Nov. 17, 1942, in Sebastian County to Flossie (Perkins) and Boyd R. Brant. The family lived in Van Buren until around 1950 when they moved to Illinois with the railroad before settling in North Little Rock in 1958.
Dennis was a...
Timmy Joe Pate
May 1, 2025
Timmy Joe Pate, age 62, of Mountain Pine, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
He was born on May 26, 1962, in Murfreesboro. He was the son of Jack Pate and Alline Kizer. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his stepfather, Archie Parker.
Timmy worked for many years as a carpenter for TJ's Carpentry. He loved being part...
John Niels Hansen Sr.
Apr 30, 2025
John Niels Hansen Sr., a beloved member of the community, known for his warm spirit and multifaceted contributions to his community, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Pearcy, Arkansas. Born on May 6, 1939, in La Junta, Colorado, John lived a life rich in experience, creativity, and love for his family.
Throughout his career, John was a dedicated machinist and...


