Cindy Middleton
Jan 14, 2026
Mary Lucinda “Cindy” Middleton, 69, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2026, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Cindy lived a life marked by dedication, strength, and a deep love for others.
Cindy devoted many years of her life to education, serving as a teacher who left an indelible mark...
James Robert Lipsey
Jan 13, 2026
James Robert Lipsey, of Sherwood, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on 13 January 2026. He was born on 7 Oct 1946 in Waco, Texas, the first son of the late Oscar Colquitt Lipsey and Mayme Lucy Sparks. He leaves to cherish his memory wife Linda Jane Lipsey; son Matthew James Lipsey and wife Rachel; daughter...
Doris "Cricket" Hudman
Jan 13, 2026
Doris “Cricket” Hudman, age 79, of Arkadelphia passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 16, 1946 in Forrest City, Arkansas to the late Sam H. and Rilla Mae (Webb) Walker. She insisted on being called “Cricket” her whole life because her father gave her that nickname shortly after she...
Donna Free
Jan 13, 2026
Donna Carol Mathis Free, age 56, of Beebe, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord January 13, 2026. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on August 12, 1969, to Thomas Carroll and Jo Ann Mathis.
While working at Hunt & Bell Law Firm, she helped found Economic Recovery Consultants, Inc., a collection agency in Searcy. In 2008 she became the head...
Rita C. Borecky
Jan 13, 2026
Rita Carolyn Borecky passed away January 13, 2026.
Visitation is 6:00-8:00 PM, Tuesday, January 20, at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home. Memorial Service is 9:30 AM, Wednesday, January 21 at the funeral home with interment following at the AR State Veterans Cemetery.
Complete obituary will be posted soon, please check back.
Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St, North Little...
Sam Hilburn
Jan 12, 2026
Sam Hilburn of North Little Rock was born on July 19, 1942, to Harry and Mildred Hilburn in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. He passed away on Monday, January 12, following a tragic fall that resulted in a brain injury.
Sam treasured his childhood in Walnut Ridge, where he developed the fighting spirit, generosity, and deep loyalty that defined his life. He held...
Doris Aline Wiltfong
Jan 11, 2026
Doris Aline Wiltfong, age 98, of Lodi, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
She was born on July 9, 1927 in Daisy. Doris was the daughter of Ottis Ollis Thomas and Eva Verda Rasberry Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Howard Glen Wiltfong.
Doris was a member of Lodi Freewill Baptist Church. On May 29,...
Mary Louise Hendrix
Jan 10, 2026
Mary Louise Hendrix (Bettis), age 80, went to celebrate her 80th birthday with the Lord on January 10, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. Born on January 10, 1946, in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Mary’s life was marked by deep devotion to her family, enduring faith, and a loving spirit that touched all who knew her.Mary was the beloved wife of Albert Lamar...
William "Buddy" Harold Akin
Jan 10, 2026
William Harold "Buddy" Akin, age 81, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, January 10, 2026. Born on May 29, 1944, in Beebe, AR, at his home. He attended Beebe Public School where he participated in basketball and track, known as "Swifty". He also attended ASU Beebe College before serving in the National Guard. After the...
Anna Johnson
Jan 9, 2026
Anna Johnson, 98, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was born on May 25, 1927, and was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, and her husband Jack Johnson. She is survived by her daughters, Jackie Mansell and Linda Cassinelli; her grandchildren, Amy Mansell, Anthony Cassinelli his wife Courtney, and Lindsey Cooper;...
Martha Lucille Johnson
Jan 9, 2026
Martha Lucille Johnson was born on August 26, 1937, in Bruce, Mississippi, and passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She lived a full and joyful life, touching countless hearts with her warmth, humor, and love. Martha was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, and her presence brought light and laughter wherever she went.
She was preceded in death...
Lorraine Willis
Jan 8, 2026
Lorraine Willis, 82, of Bryant, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on January 8, 2026. Born to the late Eugene and Helen Piotrowski on September 15, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, she lived a life shaped by creativity, faith, and devotion to her family.
She worked for ten years as a Sales Associate at Walmart, where she became a familiar and friendly presence to...
Randell "Randy" Reid
Jan 8, 2026
Randell "Randy" Reid, age 73, of Glenwood, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
He was born on January 22, 1952, in Malvern. Randy was the son of Rudolph Reid and Emogene York Reid Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Norvil Scott; and his grandson, Baby McCuin.
Randy married the love of his life, Loretta Waldo Reid,...
Vicki Dumas
Jan 8, 2026
Vicki Lynn Dumas (Roberts), age 69, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Sherwood surrounded by her family. She was born on January 3, 1957, in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
A proud graduate of Sylvan Hills High School, Class of 1975, Vicki began her career at Kroger at the young age of 16. She trained at the Geyer...
Sharon R. Collatt
Jan 8, 2026
Sharon R. Collatt, age 84, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1941, in Westfield, Massachusetts, and lived a life rooted in love for her family, her faith, and the community she served so faithfully.
Sharon was a devoted mother who took great pride in her family. She took great joy in her son, Toby,...
Sylvia Zickel
Jan 7, 2026
Sylvia Bruner Zickel The world became a little quieter and a lot less funny on January 7, 2026, when Sylvia Bruner Zickel suddenly passed away at the age of 84. She was born to George and Grace Bruner on November 20, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Sylvia was the seventh of eight children, all of which predeceased her but her younger brother...
Barbara Bellott
Jan 7, 2026
Barbara Ann Bellott, age 85, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1940, in Hazen, Arkansas, to the late Edward William Dahm and Helen Ruth Dahm.
Barbara began her working life at the well-known Franke’s Cafeteria in downtown Little Rock at the young age of 17. Later, she worked...
Mary Michelle Babineaux
Jan 6, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Michelle Babineaux, who left this world on January 6, 2026, at the age of 59 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born on October 3, 1966, in Ringgold, Georgia, Mary was a beacon of light and love to all who were fortunate to know her.
Mary dedicated her professional life to...
