All Obituaries

Nancy Bright

Nancy Bright

Apr 5, 2025

Nancy Mayfield Bright, 85, passed away peacefully on her birthday, April 5, 2025, at Merit Health River Oaks Hospital in Flowood, MS, surrounded by her loving family.

Nancy's life was a testament to strength and perseverance. Born on April 5, 1940, she was not expected to live past her first day on earth, weighing just over a pound at birth. But...

Herbert Edwin Schmitz

Herbert Edwin Schmitz

Apr 5, 2025

Herbert E. Schmitz born August 13, 1942 passed away April 5, 2025 at the age of 82.He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Cleo Harris and Charles Schmitz. At age 7 when his mother passed he was raised by his uncle and aunt, George and Myrtle Harris.

He worked for Holbert’s Rebuilders for 25 years while serving in the Army...

Tamara Pinkerton

Tamara Pinkerton

Apr 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and great love that we announce the passing of Tamara Lynne (Stussy) Pinkerton, a devoted wife, loving mother, and faithful servant of Christ, who went home to be with the Lord on April 5th, 2025, at the age of 56.

Born on January 24, 1969, to Jerry and Nancy Stussy, Tamara lived a life marked by...

Ferris Symonds

Ferris Symonds

Apr 4, 2025

Ferris Symonds, age 86, of Newhope, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025.

He was born on January 29, 1939, in Tooele, Utah. He was the son of Alfred Glenn Symonds and Daisy Bates Symonds. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Terry Symonds; and his wife, Nancy Symonds.

Ferris married the love of his life, Nancy, on April...

Col. Donald Lee Sears (Ret'd.)

Col. Donald Lee Sears (Ret'd.)

Apr 4, 2025

Colonel (retired) Donald L. Sears, 85, joined the Lord’s army on April 4, 2025 leaving nothing behind but valuable lessons and fond memories with all who have known him.

His impactful journey on this earth began August 27, 1939 in Hanford, California. Just three months after his birth, his parents Andrew Sears and Dahlia Lipe Sears boarded a train and returned...

Michael Curtis Vaughn

Michael Curtis Vaughn

Apr 4, 2025

Michael Curtis Vaughn, 75, of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away April 4, 2025. He was born October 4, 1949, to Dorothy Clark Spann and Shelby Neal Vaughn. He was the chairman of the Deacons of Calvary Baptist Church where he was ordained many years prior.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Stephen Vaughn; sisters Cheryl Adam and Cassie...

Brian Eric Mizer Sr.

Brian Eric Mizer Sr.

Apr 4, 2025

Brian Eric Mizer Sr., born on September 9, 1972, in Columbia, Missouri, passed away on April 4, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He is remembered as a vibrant and outgoing individual, whose friendly demeanor made an impression on everyone he met.

Throughout his life, Brian demonstrated a passion for creativity and hands-on activities. He loved painting and creating War Hammer figurines,...

Jerry Almer Jackson

Jerry Almer Jackson

Apr 4, 2025

On April 4, 2025, Jerry Almer Jackson of Searcy, AR died at the age of 84.

Jerry was born in Stephenville, TX on January 4, 1941, to Almer and Dorothy Jackson. In his early years, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and later helped his grandsons earn their Eagles. He played center for the Abilene High School Eagles. From 1954...

Robert Wiyott

Robert Wiyott

Apr 4, 2025

Robert Monroe Wiyott, age 80, of Glenwood, Arkansas passed away April 4, 2025. He was born August 22, 1944 in West Ridge, Arkansas to Robert Henry Wiyott and Edith Ethel (Pendleton) Wiyott.

Other than his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his stepfather, James Wheeler

Loving survivors include his wife of 61 years, Shirley Wiyott; daughters, Melissa Dixson (Steven) of Pearcy,...

Benjamin Ernest Parker, Sr.

Benjamin Ernest Parker, Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

Benjamin Ernest Parker, Sr., aged 72, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025. Born on October 21, 1952, he led a life rich in experience and filled with warmth, laughter, and an unwavering love for his family.

Throughout his career, Ben dedicated many years of service as a body shop manager at Covenant Transport, where he was well...

James Lowell Chappell

James Lowell Chappell

Apr 3, 2025

James Lowell Chappell, a proud veteran, dedicated worker, and beloved family man, passed away on April 3, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on December 28, 1951, in Heafer, Arkansas. A graduate of Turrell High School, James exemplified hard work throughout his life, serving as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver. His unwavering determination was evident...

Rebecca Joyce

Rebecca Joyce

Apr 3, 2025

Rebecca Joyce (Richards), born on October 27, 1954, in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, in her hometown of Little Rock. She was 70 years old.

Rebecca was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She shared a long and devoted marriage with her husband Richard of 51 years.

Together they raised two children: their son Robert...

Phillip Edward Achor

Phillip Edward Achor

Apr 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phillip Edward Achor of Sheridan, Arkansas. Phillip passed away suddenly on April 3, 2025, at the age of 48.

Known for never meeting a stranger, Phillip had a heart of gold. He would go out of his way to help anyone in need, offering kindness and support to all who...

Mark Dewayne Troutz

Mark Dewayne Troutz

Apr 2, 2025

Mark Dewayne Troutz, age 67, went home to his Lord and Savior on April 2nd 2025. Mark was born on September 21st 1957 in Sherman, Tx. He was much loved by his family, friends and church family. He was known for his faithful service, deep faith, enduring prayer, and his warm, happy spirit.

He spent his childhood around farms which led...

Bill Duce

Bill Duce

Apr 2, 2025

William “Bill” Lindsey Duce was born in Little Rock on August 30, 1960, and passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. He was the son of Dolores Summers and Bob L. Duce and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Schneider Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Duce. He was preceded in death by his father, his...

Mark Timothy Lovelace

Mark Timothy Lovelace

Apr 1, 2025

Mark Timothy Lovelace, 62, of Little Rock, AR passed away on April 1, 2025. He was born on May 27, 1962 in Pine Bluff, AR to Ariel Franklin Lovelace, Sr. and Dorothy Ramsey. 

Mark was a self-taught junkyard engineer with a passion for tinkering. He was a jack of all trades but a master of Temu and Amazon. He was a...

Don Allen Farris

Don Allen Farris

Apr 1, 2025

Don Allen Farris age 91, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  He was born July 1, 1933 to Wm. Henry and Edna May Farris.  He was a minister and a member of the Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church. 

On July 20, 1952, he married his childhood sweetheart, Emma Pinkston, who preceded him in death on February...

Paige Harp Monday

Paige Harp Monday

Apr 1, 2025

Paige Harp Monday of Roland passed away on April 1, 2025 at the age of 61. A 10:00 a.m. visitation followed by an 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service was Tuesday, April 8th, at Smith Little Funeral Home.

She was a devoted and loving mother to her two sons, Justin Rice, and Michael Monday and a cherished wife to her husband, James Monday....

Daniel Ray Longoria

Daniel Ray Longoria

Apr 1, 2025

Daniel Ray Longoria of Sherwood, Arkansas and formerly Weatherford, Texas, passed away on April 1, 2025 at 61 years of age. He was born March 12, 1964 in Lockney, Texas to Tina Billings. He is preceded in death by his sister, Delia Cordero, and dedicated step-dad Regie Billings. He is survived by a son, Daniel Longoria (Jacee); four grandchildren, Baylee,...

David Paul Fogarty

David Paul Fogarty

Apr 1, 2025

David Paul Fogarty, age 63, of Benton, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 1, 2025. Born on May 26, 1961, in Cleburne, Texas, David was deeply cherished by his family and community, known for his warm spirit and unwavering faith.

David graduated from Texas Baptist Bible College of Arlington, Texas with a Bachelor of Theology degree....