All Obituaries
Doris Smith Hibblen
Feb 14, 2026
Doris Smith Hibblen of Little Rock died on February 14, 2026. She was born on November 6, 1944 in McGhee, Arkansas to Ernest and Juanita Smith.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Skip, as well as her four brothers, Ernest, George, Terry, and Rickey.
She is survived by her two sons, Tommy of Nashville, Tennessee, and Michael...
Thomas Eugene Hunt
Feb 14, 2026
Thomas Eugene Hunt, a devoted husband, father, Poppy, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. His life was a testament to love, hard work, and unwavering faith.
Tom faithfully served as a deacon and choir member at Levy Baptist Church in North Little Rock. He was known for his servant’s heart, steady leadership, and deep commitment...
Sandra Jean Jones
Feb 14, 2026
Sandra Jean Jones, Sandy, Aunt Sandy, Momma, Granny Sandy. All of her names were too small to encompass the incredible woman that has been a blessing to those she came in contact with over her 87 years.
Born Sandra Jean to Gerald and Cleda Cuppy, in Iowa City, Iowa on September 1, 1938. She was the oldest of 6 children. Maynard...
Charles Avance Bell
Feb 13, 2026
Charles Avance Bell Sr., born October 25, 1939, passed February 13, 2026. Born to Donnie Mae Eskew and AC Bell of Wilmot, AR. He was preceded in death by his wife Queen Esther Bell and youngest son, Corey Allen Bell Sr. Leaves to cherish eldest son Charles Bell Jr (Wanda Faye), Cary Bell, Clinton Bell, Carla Bell-Holt (Gary), Christy Bell,...
Kevin "Mark" Burdette
Feb 13, 2026
Kevin Mark Burdette ("Mark"), age 60, passed away at home on February 13, 2026.
Born in McClean, West Virginia on March 25, 1964 to Betty and Ralph Burdette, Mark grew up across the Midwest. Mark graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in Electrical Engineering in 1988 and received his MBA in 1994.
Mark was an avid craftsman and could...
Amber Gail Strawser
Feb 13, 2026
Nurse Amber Strawser Devoted Her Life to Caring for Others:
Amber Gail Railey Strawser, 67, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026. She was born January 4, 1959, to Clifford and Edna Railey.
A 1977 graduate of Parkview High School and a 1979 graduate of the Baptist System School of Nursing, Amber dedicated more than 35 years to...
Reba Jo Gillespie
Feb 13, 2026
Reba Jo Gillespie, 68, passed away on February 13, 2026. She was born on July 11, 1957, in Malvern, Arkansas.
Reba worked as a Maintenance Machinist for Apex Machining, where she built a reputation for her strong work ethic and skill in a field traditionally dominated by men. She took pride in her work, and her dedication earned the respect of...
James E. Chamblee, Sr.
Feb 13, 2026
James Ernest Chamblee Sr., 88, was born on February 20, 1937, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Sherman and Hattie Chamblee, who preceded him in death. He entered the presence of his Savior surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, prayer, strength, joy, and deep devotion to those he loved.
Ernest was preceded in death by...
Edith L Higginbotham-Watson
Feb 13, 2026
With sadness and heartfelt gratitude for our Mamma’s long, happy, lovely life… we announce the loss of our matriarch, Edith Higginbotham-Watson, of Little Rock, 95, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, February 13, 2026.
The most wonderful-beloved mother who ever lived was born March 23, 1930, in Hamburg, Arkansas, the daughter of Simpson and Madalena Powell. Our Grand-Daddy was a...
Billy Pipkin
Feb 13, 2026
Billy Gene Pipkin, 91, of Searcy, Arkansas, died Friday, February 13, 2026. He was born on December 20, 1934, in McRae, Arkansas to the late Odey Lee and Hazel Pipkins. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years Patsy Jo Stone Pipkin and brothers Alfred and Odey J. “Bud” Pipkins.
Bill is survived by...
Billy Charles Boone
Feb 13, 2026
Billy C. Boone, 94, of Ward, peacefully took Jesus’ hand and made his journey home on February 13, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 5, 1931, in Rector, Arkansas, to the late Vernon Boone and Alberta (Boone) Plummer. He Married the love of his life, Elwanda (Bowman) Boone on December 24, 1949. They shared 73 years of...
Sally Jean Latham
Feb 12, 2026
Sally Jean Latham was born on July 20, 1966, in Texarkana, Texas. She passed away on February 12, 2026, leaving behind so many people who loved her deeply and will miss her more than words can say.
Sally spent many years working as a nanny, and caring for others truly came naturally to her. She had a gentle, patient way about...
Jimmie Dale Davis, Jr.
Feb 12, 2026
Jimmie Dale Davis Jr., born August 22, 1959, passed away on February 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He will be remembered for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and the deep love he shared with those closest to him. Jimmie dedicated many years to his work as an electrician, taking pride in his craft and the life...
Sally Jean Latham
Feb 12, 2026
Sally Jean Latham, 59, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away February 12, 2026. She was born July 20, 1966 in Texarkana, Texas to mark and Barbara Jean (Herrington) Latham.
Sally leaves behind to cherish her memory her brother, Darius Crawford; sisters: Leah Portis and Kirsten Laverne; special niece, Chase Mayeur; and many family members and friends who love Sally and...
Lindy Miller Ferneau
Feb 12, 2026
Lindylee “Lindy” Miller Ferneau, lovingly known as Lindy, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on June 24, 1947, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Frances and Clayton Miller. Lindy spent many of her years in Sterling and Rock Falls, Illinois, where she and her husband, Donald Ferneau Sr., raised their family...
Lonnie Warren
Feb 12, 2026
Lonal Charles “Lonnie” Warren, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026.Born to Leon Hayes and Fernell Riley Warren in San Diego, California.
Lonnie approached life with humor, creativity, faith, and steadfast love for his family.He began his college studies at Oklahoma State University, continued at University of Arkansas, and earned his dental degree from the University of...
Billy Harold Hudson
Feb 12, 2026
Billy Harold Hudson, age 85, of Alexander, Arkansas, went home peacefully on February 12, 2026. Born June 11, 1940, Billy was a steady presence in the lives of so many — a devoted husband, proud dad and Papaw, faithful friend, and a man you could always count on.
Billy proudly served his country in the United States Navy, carrying the same...
Betty Smith
Feb 12, 2026
Betty Jean Smith aka “Ms. Betty”, passed away on February 12, 2026, at age 88, Betty was born on August 31, 1937 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Ben and Grace Ethridge.
Ms. Betty was a long-time employee at Razorback pizza and Shack BBQ. Cooking was her passion and some of her best dishes were her homemade cheesecake and potato salad. Ms....
Nelson Mac Ashcraft
Feb 11, 2026
Nelson Mac Ashcraft, 80, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. He was born on April 26, 1945, in Louisville, Kentucky, and over the years built a life centered on faith, family, hard work, and a good laugh.
Nelson spent much of his career selling heavy-duty truck parts, a job he approached the same way he did everything else—with honesty, grit,...
Jerry Dean Lewis
Feb 11, 2026
Jerry Dean Lewis, age 87, of Washington, North Carolina (originally from North Little Rock, Arkansas), passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 28, 1938, in Batesville, Arkansas, he was the son of Joel Robert and Anna Inez Lewis
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Joel Robert and Anna Inez Lewis, Joel Robert...


