All Obituaries
David Douglas
Jul 2, 2026
In loving memory of David Leroy Douglas
Not every life follows the path we imagine. Some journeys are marked by unexpected turns, hard-fought battles, and more second chances than anyone thought possible. David’s life was imperfect, complicated, and beautifully human. He knew hardship, but he never stopped searching for something better.
To those who knew him best, David was so much more...
Judy Caye Martindale
Jul 2, 2026
Judy Caye Martindale, born August 5, 1948, passed away on July 2, 2026.Judy proudly served in the United States Navy, holding the rank of Seaman Apprentice. Her date of rank was May 29, 1969, and she received an honorable discharge effective February 2, 1970. During her service, she earned the National Defense Service Medal.Judy found her true calling working as...
Reverend Loyd T. White
Jul 2, 2026
Reverend Loyd White, 93, of Bryant, Arkansas, went to his heavenly home peacefully on July 2nd, surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. He lived every day striving to get to Heaven to see Jesus. We know he has done that. We who loved him knew him as a husband, a PaPa, Pops, and Dad. He loved his kids...
Eunice Jones
Jul 2, 2026
Eunice Jones passed away into her heavenly home July 2, 2026 in Hot Springs, AR. Eunice was born in Laverne, OK, on August 7, 1939 to Oliver and Gertie Dull. She married Donald Jones in 1956.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her five brothers, Ernie, Arnold, Mike, Frank, and Pete.
She leaves behind her husband, Don; four...
Frances E. Boone
Jul 2, 2026
Frances Eubanks Boone, 93, of North Little Rock, passed away July 2nd, 2026. She was born September 15, 1932 at Choctaw, AR to Jim and Elva Eubanks. Frances was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Wanda Hill and Marjorie Tipton; brothers, Maurice Eubanks and Freeman Eubanks. She is survived by children Karen Boone and Jeff Boone (Dona); grandsons, Blake...
Piercy Heard, Jr.
Jul 2, 2026
Piercy Heard, Jr., age 76, of Benton, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, at Baptist Health Medical Center. He was born September 11, 1949, in Benton, Arkansas, to the late Piercy Heard, Sr. and Susie Heard.
Piercy proudly served his country in the United States Army, carrying with him a spirit of dedication and honor throughout his life. Following his...
Rosie Lee Leker
Jul 1, 2026
Rosie Lee Leker passed from this earth July 1, 2026, at the age of 95, just days from her 96th birthday. Born July 9, 1930, at Tomberlin, Arkansas to Wylie and Annie Mae Tubbs. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband C. L. Leker, son Ronnie L. Leker Sr., sisters Dorothy Chestney, Shirley Frizzell, Myrtle McCormick McElroy, and...
Jesse "Leo" Wigginton
Jul 1, 2026
Jesse “Leo” Wigginton, 96, of Hot Springs, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
He was born on September 16, 1929 in Clayton, Oklahoma, the son of the late Jess Wigginton and Hazel Johnson Wigginton. On April 22, 1969, he married Calista Wigginton (who passed away on July 2, 2015).
Jesse was a member of the Lake Hamilton...
Amanda Wren Crosby
Jul 1, 2026
Amanda Wren Crosby, born on July 7, 1954, in Dermott, Arkansas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on July 1, 2026. Her life was a remarkable testament to love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends.
Amanda is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Scott Crosby; children, John Crosby (Jen) and Sydney Crosby (Danny Smith); grandchildren,...
Celine Ann Lovell
Jun 30, 2026
Celine Ann Lovell passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2026, at the age of 59.Celine was born on September 15th, 1965, to Nelly (Stone) Briggs and Jerry Stone in Orléans Military Base in France.She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Nothing brought her greater joy than spending time with her children, grandchildren, family, and close...
Mattie Florence Minchew
Jun 30, 2026
Mattie Florence Minchew, age 81, of Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at approximately 8:45 p.m. at the Little Rock Arkansas Heart Hospital, surrounded by family during the quiet beauty of sunset.
Mattie Florence was born on Thursday, May 31, 1945, to the late Earl and Zola Appling. A woman of faith, hard work, and deep family devotion,...
Gracie Carole Humphreys
Jun 30, 2026
Gracie Carole Humphreys was born on June 30, 2026 in Little Rock and entered the arms of Jesus a short time later.
She is survived by her parents, Lane and Maty Humphreys of Bismarck; her paternal grandparents, Bret Humphreys and Lisa Humphreys (Carl Johnston) of Hot Springs; her maternal grandparents, Rodney and Jennifer Burton of Bismarck; her aunts Hailey Humphreys (Hannah)...
Mary Ann Jane Watson
Jun 30, 2026
Mary Ann Jane Watson, age 77, of Kirby, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
She was born on January 22, 1949 in Newberry, Florida. Mary was the daughter of James Martin and Edna Sasser, She was preceded in death by her parents; her two brothers; Clayton Martin and George Martin; her husband, Hughy Watson; and her son, Stephen Poole.
On June...
Kevin Merrell Land
Jun 30, 2026
Kevin Merrell Land, age 58, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was born on December 13, 1967, in Benton, Arkansas.
Kevin was a gifted master electrician who dedicated many years to his trade. Throughout his career he worked for several electrical companies, but he was especially proud of his time with Eagle Electric in Benton, where...
Robert Harry Collins
Jun 30, 2026
Robert Harry Collins, age 89, passed away on June 30, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1937, in Virginia, Illinois.
Robert was a hardworking man who loved his family deeply and enjoyed the simple things in life. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a military police officer, a role that reflected the sense of...
Johnny Ray Spade
Jun 30, 2026
Johnny Ray Spade, age 80 of Benton, AR, passed away on Tuesday, June 30,2026, at Amberwood Health & Rehabilitation in Benton, AR. He was known as "Ray" to his family and friends.
Ray was born on November 2,1945, in England, AR to the late James Franklin Spade and Emmie Nancy (Ward) Spade. In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in...
Wanda Anthony
Jun 30, 2026
Wanda Lee Anthony, 87, of Sherwood, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2026. Born August 11, 1938, in Newport, Arkansas, to Jefferson D. and Savilla (England) Wagster, she came into this world with a spark that never dimmed.
She retired as Vice President of Customer Service at International Business Forms before taking on her most important title:...
Carol L. Wilkins
Jun 29, 2026
Carol Louise Wilkins was born on January 3, 1934, in Varna, Illinois, to Lewis and Evelyn Norwood. She peacefully entered the presence of her Lord on June 29, 2026, at the age of 92, leaving behind a family who loved her dearly.
Carol is survived by her younger brother, Donald "Donnie" Norwood; her beloved companion of nearly twenty years, John Firestone;...
William "Billy" F. Eppes, Jr.
Jun 29, 2026
William "Billy" F. Eppes, Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on August 22, 1940, in Vanndale, Arkansas, and will be remembered for his strong work ethic, quick wit, and the joy he found in making others laugh.
Billy was never one to sit still....
Jerry Wayne Bonds
Jun 29, 2026
Jerry Wayne Bonds, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend peacefully departed this world on June 29, 2026, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family. Born on August 8, 1952, in Clinton, Arkansas, Jerry was a beacon of light and kindness in the lives of all who knew him.
Jerry was the beloved son of the late...


