Sandra Louise Buzzalini Collie was born and greatly celebrated on February 15, 1950 in Syracuse, New York. Her parents, Arnold Dante Buzzalini and Marjorie Ann Jensen Buzzalini, took Sandy home to meet both sets of grandparents in Staten Island, New York. Reverend Sante Buzzalini and his wife Anna and Dr. Leif Jensen and his wife Alice, fell in love with...
Margie Ruth Sandridge Kluck, age 98, of Arkadelphia, passed away peacefully at Amberwood Health and Rehabilitation in Benton, Arkansas. She as born in Earlsboro, Oklahoma to William Lee Sandridge and Mary Ola (Duncan) Sandridge. Margie was one of three children, growing up with her brother Hollis and sister Doretha “Do-De.”
After World War II, Margie met Carl Wesley Kluck, Sr. at...
Betty Lou Nigh, born December 6, 1941, in Council Grove, Kansas, passed into the arms of her Lord on May 16, 2025.
Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Calvin Nigh; her mother, Rowena Nigh; her daughter, Maryann Paris; and her brother, Gene Marple and two great-grandchildren. She is lovingly remembered by her son, James Nigh of Cottonwood Falls,...
Bonnie Sue Markham, 81, of Glenwood, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. Born on November 7, 1943, to Ola and Wesley Kitchens, Bonnie lived a life filled with love, family, and cherished memories.
On April 23, 1962, Bonnie married the love of her life, JC “Travis” Markham, and together they built a beautiful family. She was preceded in death...
Helen B. Yarbrough Freeman, age 88 of Little Rock, went to live with Jesus on May 16th, 2025. She was born on September 19th, 1936.
She is preceded in death by her parents Trenton and Mary Yarbrough, two brothers; Truman and Johnnie Yarbrough and her oldest son Roger Freeman.
She is survived by her other four children; Dennis Freeman (Diane) from Little...
Eva Nell Barrett, 90, of Camden, Arkansas, entered her heavenly home on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Eva was born on January 5, 1935, to Estie and Jewel Jordan Partridge.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Mike Barrett and Ron Barrett and great-granddaughter, Brooklann Roberson.
She is survived by her son, Mark Barrett and wife, Kim...
Flora Belle (Simpson) Smith, 84
Passed away on May 15, 2025 at Morrilton, AR, surrounded by family. She was the wife of Julius Gay Smith (Sherwood), they shared 48 years of marriage together. She was born June 2, 1940 in North Little Rock, AR, to Aaron Verle and Lillie Bell (Manning) Simpson. She attended NLR High School and owned and operated...
Evelyn Mize (81) of Ward, Arkansas was born on September 12, 1943, in Rohwer, Arkansas. She peacefully passed away on May 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father Theodore Moore, mother Dorothy Moore and brother Frank “Shorty” Moore.
Evelyn is survived by her husband of 64 years, Richard Mize of Ward, Arkansas; daughter Rhonda Wesner (Keith) of Romance, Arkansas;...
Monica Diane Andersen, aged 71, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, gracefully departed this world on May 15, 2025. She entered life on December 21, 1953, at Camp Pickett, Virginia, as a beloved daughter of the late Betty (Hamaker) & Wesley Smith.
Diane, an alumna of Parkview High School, possessed a fondness for the intricate art of jigsaw puzzles & the thrill...
In Loving Memory of Reverend Dr. Mary Ann Butler Johnson
June 18, 1943 – May 14, 2025
Mary Ann Marcus was born on June 18, 1943, in Ironton, Ohio, to Samuel Marcus and Oba Lee Gardner. She was lovingly raised by Chief Warrant Officer Samuel and Beulah Marcus, growing up in a nurturing and faithful household.
As the proud daughter of a military...
Richard John “Nick” Nicolo, Jr.
March 15, 1955 – May 14, 2025
Nick was preceded in death by his parents, Richard John Nicolo, Sr and Marion Faye Burns Nicolo. He is survived by his wife Bennie Nicolo, son Matthew Nicolo, sister Tammy Nicolo, niece Nicki Nicolo, stepmother Donna Generazzo Nicolo and stepbrother Joel (Kim) Nicolo along with a host of relatives and...
Johnie (John) Wray Cox, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 85 in Russellville, Arkansas. Born to Oscar and Ruth Cox, John is the fifth of seven spirited children who grew up with strong roots in Hickory Plains, Des Arc, and Beebe, Arkansas.
John’s early years were filled with adventures in the woods...
Carol Jean Harms (Brown), 81, of Vilonia, Arkansas passed away May 14, 2025. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Herman Eugene Harms, and caring daughter Cynthia Justice (Ernest). Carol was survived by her children, Barbara Kingery, Christopher Harms, Cari Harms, and Amber Harms (Brandon). Her cherished grand children include Eron Maddox (Kelly), Ayla Justice, William Justice, Bethany...
Joseph Newton King, Jr., affectionately known as “Joe,” was born on November 20, 1944, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to the late Joseph Newton King, Sr., and Dorothy Rena Robertson King. He passed away peacefully at home in Benton, Arkansas, on May 14, 2025.
A proud American, Joe served his country with honor in the United States Navy as a member of squadron...
Barbara Jean Nelson, born September 6th, 1945, to the beloved daughter of Harrison Leroy "Roy" Roofener and Evelyn Louise Derrington was called home to be with the Lord on May 14, 2025.
She lived a full and abundant life with seven siblings. She brought life to three beautiful daughters: Shonda L. Davis, Diana L. Graham and Javona L. Willis.
She was proceeded...
Tara Lynn Mitchell, 29, of Ward, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2025. She was born November 20, 1995, to Ed and Roseanne Mitchell, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She loved fishing, traveling, shopping, and most of all, spending time with her sons.
Tara is preceded in death by her grandmother, Marilyn Griffis, and grandparents Inez and Mitch...
In lieu of gifts or flowers please make a donation to the Birthing Project.
Dr. Hari Eswaran was a respected Biomedical Engineer, Professor, and Research Leader at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He also served as Director of Research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as the Institute for Digital Health & Innovation. With a...
Patricia Ann Hutchins, age 77, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones.Patricia-known fondly as Pat-lived a life filled with love, curiosity, and dedication. She is preceded in death by her second daughter, Robin. Pat is survived by her daughters Melanie Butts and Sheila Hutchins; grandchildren Brittany Hulsey and Hayden Benskin; great grandchildren Jacob...
Francis "Frank" Hall, age 91, of Maumelle, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025.
A beloved husband, father, educator, and servant-leader, Frank lived a life marked by faith, integrity, and unwavering dedication to others. He began his collegiate life at Oklahoma State University using the GI bill to obtain a BS degree. He then moved on to the University of...
Armenta Ward Henderson B January 25, 1938-D May 12, 2025. Armenta was the second of four daughters born to Elsworth Nathaniel Ward and Annie Bell Hill. Armenta’s siblings included Joan Janice Ward Johnson, Barbara Sue Ward King, and Peggy Jean Ward Wylie.
Armenta Ward was married to James William Henderson Sr. for 66 years and together they had three loving children:...