Deborah Smith

Deborah Smith

Jun 2, 2024

Deborah Smith, age 64 of Hot Springs, passed away on June 2, 2024. Born on January 26, 1960, Deborah lived a life filled with love and faith. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Bruce Smith; mother, Joyce Hecke; and brother, Anthony Hecke.Throughout her life, Deborah exemplified unwavering devotion to her work and her community. Her dedication as...

Emogene Vonola Covington

Emogene Vonola Covington

Jun 2, 2024

Emogene Vonola Covington age 94 of Ward went to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024.  She was born on November 11, 1929, in England, Arkansas to John William King and Vonola Idell King.

She was an avid country dancer and had won many dance contests in Beebe and Cabot with her dance partner Harold Zbierski.

Emogene is survived by her...

Ruth Huffstutlar

Ruth Huffstutlar

Jun 2, 2024

Ruth Huffstutlar, 88, passed peacefully on June 2, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born January 20, 1936, to Clifton and Elizabeth Webb.  She was of the Baptist faith. Ruth was a cosmetologist, and owned two dress shops, Dean’s Fashions and RH Collections.

Ruth was affectionally known as “grandmother” to her family. She is survived by her son,...

Betty Ann Newman

Betty Ann Newman

Jun 2, 2024

Betty Ann Newman, a beloved soul cherished by her family, passed away on June 2, 2024, in Hot Springs, AR. Born on February 1, 1937, to the late John Raymond Stevens, and Mary Katherine Stevens.Betty was known for her quiet demeanor and gentle nature, epitomizing love and devotion towards her family. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life...

Ann Woods

Ann Woods

Jun 1, 2024

Ann Woods, 89, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on June 1, 2024, following a lengthy illness.

Ann was a graduate of Texas Christian University with a BSN and spent her career in public health for the State of Arkansas. Following retirement, she volunteered for Arkansas Hospice, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s Adult Respite Program, and many charitable projects with Park Hill...

Jerry Redding

Jerry Redding

Jun 1, 2024

Jerry Allen Redding, age 71, of Little Rock, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Ethel Lawrence on May 2, 1953.

He worked as a pharmacist for 35 years, most of which was for the Benton Services Center in Benton, Arkansas.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Linda Redding; mother, Ethel Lawrence;  sons, Carter...

Kathleen Conway

Kathleen Conway

Jun 1, 2024

Kathleen AvaAnne Sweeney Conway passed away at the age of 75 in Hot Springs, Arkansas on Saturday, June 1, 2024, with her husband of forty-one years by her side. Kathleen was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on May 20th, 1954, to Charles and Helen Sweeney. Her father proudly served in the United States Air Force, giving Kathleen the opportunity to live...

Kay Hill

Kay Hill

Jun 1, 2024

             Kay Shyron Hill, age 78, of Delight passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Colonel Glenn Health and Rehabilitation in Little Rock.   She was born March 25, 1946 in Murfreesboro, Arkansas to the late Kelsie W. and Ellen (Plunk) Harris.  Kay was a homemaker and a member of the Delight Church of Christ....

Eric Christensen

Eric Christensen

Jun 1, 2024

Eric Christensen, age 67, of Newhope, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, June 1, 2024.Eric was born on January 13, 1957, in Marion, Indiana to Eunice Jackson and the late W.S. "Chris" Christensen.He loved his mother's cooking and drinking coffee with her. Eric was a gentle soul. He knew Jesus Christ as his personal savior. Eric will be deeply...

Matthew Kuykendall

Matthew Kuykendall

Jun 1, 2024

  Matthew Douglas Kuykendall, known by his friends as “Kirk,” “Kook,” and “Kooky,” passed away on June 1, 2024, in North Little Rock, Arkansas, at the age of 49. He was born on January 15, 1975, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

 

  Matthew was a beloved father to Anna Charlotte Kane and Maxx Kane, whom he adopted during their teen years. He...

Peggy Barentine

Peggy Barentine

Jun 1, 2024

Peggy June Barentine of Jacksonville, passed on to her heavenly home on June 1, 2024. Peggy was born on January 10, 1936 and spent her childhood living around Romance, Lonoke and North Little Rock, Arkansas. She was a 1954 graduate of North Little Rock High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Buford Barentine on May 27, 1955.  She retired from Dillard’s Department Store...

Joal Timothy Benton

Joal Timothy Benton

May 31, 2024

Joal Timothy Benton, 79, of Greers Ferry Arkansas, went to his Heavenly home the morning of May 31st, 2024. Tim was born on February 17, 1945, to the late Joe and Alma Benton. Tim was a devoted husband, dad, and proud poppa of his beloved “girls”. He married the love of his life, Pauletta, on November 2, 1967. They were...

Fonda G. Peterson

Fonda G. Peterson

May 31, 2024

Fonda G. Peterson, born February 14, 1933, in White County, Arkansas died May 31, 2024. Fonda was predeceased in death by her son, J. Ross Peterson and is survived by her daughter, Manya D. Otis (husband: George), granddaughter, Amber E. Otis, as well as her twin sisters, Nancy Reedy (husband: Harold Zeller) and Katie Whitfield (husband: Elwood), and several nephews....

Carl A. Keys, Jr.

Carl A. Keys, Jr.

May 31, 2024

Carl A. Keys, Jr. was born November 17, 1935, in Sheffield, Alabama to Lucille and Carl Keys, Sr.. After a brief stay in Batesville, Arkansas, his family moved to Mountain Home, Arkansas where he lived throughout college. Carl learned to play the saxophone, and with his brother Bill, they formed a dance band that played in the local area. Carl...

Bruce Rains

Bruce Rains

May 31, 2024

Kerry Bruce Rains, a dedicated roofer in the construction industry, passed away on May 31, 2024 He was born on January 22, 1949. Bruce was known for his outgoing and friendly personality that endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill Rains and Lydda Summit; daughter, Amy Childs;...

Steven Evans Doerr

Steven Evans Doerr

May 31, 2024

Steven Evans Doerr, of North Little Rock, AR, age 82, died on May 31, 2024. He is preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis T. Doerr and his parents, Clarence A. Doerr and Mae A. Doerr, both of Memphis, Tennessee. He is survived by his uncle, Conrad Doerr of Palm Springs, California, several cousins-namely: Delores Krebs and Carol Hornung, both...

Bonnie Bartleson

Bonnie Bartleson

May 30, 2024

Bonnie Kay Bartleson, age 81, of Little Rock, passed away on May 30, 2024. She was born in Little Rock to Warren K. and Margaret C. Bartleson on March 9, 1943. 

Bonnie graduated from Hall High School and later attended Arkansas College in Batesville. She retired from the Arkansas Division of Legislative Audit after 30 years of service. 

Bonnie was a talented...

Shirley Paulette Morrow

Shirley Paulette Morrow

May 30, 2024

Shirley Paulette Morrow, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away on May 30, 2024.  She was a cherished member of the Ten Mile Missionary Baptist Church in Lonsdale, Arkansas. Born on July 4, 1950, in Malvern Arkansas, Shirley led a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.Shirley's love for her family knew no bounds. She was a...

Michael Craig

Michael Craig

May 30, 2024

Michael Lee “Poppie” Craig passed away peacefully at his home in Beebe, Arkansas on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

 

Born May 19, 1954, in Miami, Florida, Michael was the cherished son of the late Elizabeth Jane and Francis Samuel Craig. He attended the University of Tennessee and graduated with a business degree. Michael began his career in hospitality and sales before co-founding Magnum...

Myrtle Lou Gatlin

Myrtle Lou Gatlin

May 30, 2024

Myrtle Lou Gatlin (Granny), 93, of Little Rock, AR passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on May 30, 2024. She was a retired beautician that owned Myrt’s Beauty Shop in Little Rock. She enjoyed painting ceramics with her daughter, crocheting, cooking fresh from Pa’s garden, reading her bible, and spending time with her son, grandchildren, family,...