Cecil Hill Jr.

Cecil Hill Jr.

Mar 24, 2025

Cecil B. Hill, Jr. passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, having recently celebrated his 85th birthday with cherished family and lifelong friends. He was the son of Cecil B. Hill and Isabel “Tibby” Ambort Hill, born and raised in Little Rock, and the eldest of seven siblings. A gifted storyteller and larger-than-life character, he loved sharing tales of his...

George Wayne Truman

George Wayne Truman

Mar 24, 2025

George Wayne Truman departed mortality on March 24, 2025, at his home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was born on March 28, 1936, in Akron, Ohio, to Spencer C. Truman and Effie Ann Rymer Truman.

When Wayne was born, his parents worked at the B.F. Goodrich factory in Akron. But they were always looking for new opportunities. They bought a farm...

Bobbie Jo Vaughan

Bobbie Jo Vaughan

Mar 24, 2025

Bobbie Jo Vaughan, age 69, of Arkadelphia, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025.

She was born on July 4, 1955, in Camden. She was the daughter of Arlis Oliver Justice and Mary Sue Young Justice. She is preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Richard Vaughan.

Bobbie Jo had a big personality and loved to be social. She loved...

Tammie Price

Tammie Price

Mar 24, 2025

Tammie Price, a beloved member of her community and a devoted caregiver, passed away on March 24, 2025, in Greenbrier, Arkansas, at the age of 54. Born on July 3, 1970, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Tammie's indomitable spirit and loving nature touched the lives of many, especially the children she dedicated her life to caring for. From the tender age...

Seth Paul Shelby

Seth Paul Shelby

Mar 24, 2025

OBITUARY – Seth Shelby

II Timothy 4:7 – I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith!

Our son, Seth Paul Shelby, was born on June 21, 1980 and passed away suddenly on March 24, 2025. He is preceded in death by his father, Paul Shelby, and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Seth is survived by...

Paula "Sue" Tompkins

Paula "Sue" Tompkins

Mar 24, 2025

Paula "Sue" Tompkins, a compassionate spirit whose laughter echoed in the hearts of all who knew her, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2025, at the age of 57 in Sherwood, Arkansas. Born on December 5, 1967, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Sue embraced life with an open heart and a deeply caring nature, qualities that defined everything she did—from her...

Karen Renee Ragsdale

Karen Renee Ragsdale

Mar 24, 2025

Karen Renee Ragsdale, 60, of Benton, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on March 24, 2025. Karen was born March 5th, 1965 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Karen was a happy, energetic, and spirited child who grew into a beautiful young lady. She was a blessing to her immediate and extended family. From a young age, Karen had a love for...

Luellen Head Young

Luellen Head Young

Mar 24, 2025

Luellen Head Young, 95, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away March 24, 2025. She was born in Magnolia on July 22, 1929 to the late Garland and Vera Wilson. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

A dedicated member of Lakewood United Methodist Church, a member of the PEO, and she also served the community through the Salvation Army...

James Elton Porter

James Elton Porter

Mar 24, 2025

James Elton Porter, age 89, of Alexander passed away Monday, March 24, 2025. He was born January 10, 1936 in Manning, Arkansas to the late James Earl and Lela (Everett) Porter. Friends and family knew him as “Porter”. Porter was a current and faithful member of Northside Church of Christ in Benton. He was a retired employee of United States...

Virgil Willard Morton

Virgil Willard Morton

Mar 24, 2025

Virgil Willard Morton, 97, of North Little Rock, AR passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on Monday, March 24, 2025. He was born on April 5, 1927, in Tuckerman, Arkansas to Burl Monroe Morton and Annie M. Huskey Morton. Virgil was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, William Monroe Morton, Wesley Leon Morton and sisters, Mary...

Patti Gail Reeves

Patti Gail Reeves

Mar 23, 2025

Patti Gail Reeves, 70, peacefully passed away on March 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on April 11, 1954, in Little Rock, Arkansas, she leaves behind a legacy of compassion and kindness that will resonate through the lives she touched.

Patti dedicated over 30 years of her life as a case worker for the Alexander Human Development...

Billy J. "B.J." Spears

Billy J. "B.J." Spears

Mar 23, 2025

Billy Joe (B.J.) Spears was born September 6, 1938 in Moro, AR and departed this life March 23, 2025 in Montgomery County, AR at the of age 86.

B.J. is predeceased by his mother and father, Huey and Flora Bell Spears; and brothers, Jimmy Spears, Marvin Spears, and Jessie Arnett.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Beulah Fay Spears;...

George H. Lepper

George H. Lepper

Mar 22, 2025

George H. Lepper slipped peacefully into God’s presence surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, March 22nd in Little Rock. He was born on March 15, 1951 in San Pedro, CA to Dean and Wilma Lepper. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, his nephew Stephen Tucker and other relatives.

George is survived by his wife...

Patricia Cunningham

Patricia Cunningham

Mar 22, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Cunningham, a loving mother and grandmother, who passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family.

Patrcia McWhorter was born on June 28th, 1944, in Johnson Chappel to Johnny and Judy McWhorter. She was a devoted mother to her five...

Bethany Rhea Lawrence

Bethany Rhea Lawrence

Mar 22, 2025

Bethany Rhea Lawrence was unexpectedly called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 22, 2025. She was born on August 21,1955 in Montgomery County and was just 69 years of age. We miss her, but we know with certainty that she is singing and praising her God in heaven, along with so many of her friends...

Helen Marie McGarity

Helen Marie McGarity

Mar 22, 2025

Helen Marie McGarity of Bauxite, Arkansas passed away on March 22nd, 2025 at the age of 68.

She was a faithful member of First Pentecostal church for 32 years. She was a wife, mother and grandmother. She is proceeded in death by her husband Gary McGarity, and father Harvey Freeman Sr. 

Helen is survived by her mother Sylvia Freeman, Brother Harvey Freeman...

Patricia Chwastek

Patricia Chwastek

Mar 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia “Patsy” Chwastek

Patricia “Patsy” Chwastek of Roland, Arkansas, danced her way into heaven on Saturday March 22, 2025, at the age of 86. 

Born in Chicago, Illinois, on October 5, 1938, Patricia entered this world with a heart full of love, a contagious laugh, and a resilience that carried her through life’s ups and downs.

Patricia “Patsy” grew...

Donald Ray Cunningham

Donald Ray Cunningham

Mar 22, 2025

Donald Ray Cunningham, 89, of North Little Rock met his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 22, 2025. He was born to the late Sam and Ellie Russell Cunningham on April 27, 1935 in Big Creek, AR.

He served in the United States Navy and retired from the Air Force. He then worked for the Veterans Hospital as the medical research...

Kathleen Jenene (Miller) Kinkel

Kathleen Jenene (Miller) Kinkel

Mar 21, 2025

Kathleen “Kathy” Kinkel died peacefully at the Baptist Hospital in Little Rock on March 21, 2025. She was 89 years old.

Kathleen, fondly known as Kathy, was born January 5, 1936, in Carlisle, AR to the late Clint and Florence (Coats) Miller. After graduating from Carlisle High School, she attended nursing school. She became a registered nurse. Throughout her career she...

William Zack Roushall

William Zack Roushall

Mar 21, 2025

William Zack Roushall (known to friends and family as Bubba or Zack) of Benton, Arkansas passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 81.  He was born on June 19, 1943 in Santa Monica, California.  Zack was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie "Margie" Whiting Roushall; daughter, Dana Michelle Roushall, and son, William "Buddy" Z. Roushall, Jr.

Zack...