Obituaries

OBITUARIES Information for the obituaries and funeral notices below was supplied to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes.

Pulaski County

LEAINE S. COHEN, 91, of Little Rock, died December 22, 2015. She was born August 2, 1924, in McGhee, Ark. to Joe and Margarite Selz. She graduated from Little Rock High School and worked as Office Manager at Little Rock Foot Clinic. She loved working with numbers, solving puzzles of all kinds, reading, horses, bowling and doting on her grandchildren.

Leaine did numerous volunteer activities some of which are: American Red Cross, Cerebral Palsy Foundation, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, Walk for Chrons and Colitis Foundation and Sisterhood Agudath Achim. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Dr. Marvin F. Cohen.

Survivors include children Jerry (Susan), Terri (Marc Sherman) and Perry (Jana). Grandchildren: Quinton, Marshall, Elizabeth, Charlie and William Cohen, Matt and Becky Sherman.

A very special thank you to her caregivers, who have become part of our family, Eula Bones, Sam Bones and Dominique Mahan. There will be a graveside service on Thursday, December 24, at 10 a.m. at the Oakland Jewish Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Synagogue Agudath Achim, Temple B’nai Israel or Lubavitch of Arkansas. Online guestbook is available at www. griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

–––––❖––––– FAY REAN DODGE, 77, of Little Rock, went to be with the Lord December 22, 2015. Memorial service will be Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Crystal Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements provided by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www. dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– Sgt. HEATHER LORAINNE HENSCHEL (Parker) was promoted to the rank of A GOOD SOLDIER today – she flew to Heaven on December 20, 2015 on the same wings that brought her into our lives on May 1, 1981. She will celebrate Christmas with loved ones, Gpa Harry Walter Henschel, Gpa “Smokey the Bear” Oliver Clayton Smith, Gma Betty Ann Rowe Henschel Smith, her sister Sarah Ann Henschel, and her children, Baby Angel Pepper and Baby Isaac Parker.

Heather taught us to always look to God for answers and to believe in His Promises, she was steadfast in her love - of faith, family, friends, fellowship and fun! Her purpose on this earth was simply to love those she met and show them the joy of living an extra-ordinary life!

Heather leaves us this mission to continue here on earth…and we shall. Her father, Walter Joe Henschel; mother, Allison Janeen Arnold Henschel; brothers, Robert Lee Henschel II and Derek Walter Henschel; sister, Maude Amy Lee and many family and friends will carry on.

Funeral service and visitation led by Brother Charlie Winters will be 1-3 p.m., Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 224-8300. Heather will be carried to her resting place at Campground Cemetery, just north of Evening Shade, Arkansas at 2 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2015.

Heather loved children, so please send memorials in her name to THE CALL, P.O. Box 25524, Little Rock, Ark. 722215524. http://thecallinarkansas.org/ (you can also foster a child, be a foster grandparent, or volunteer)!

“And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:” Matthew 6:28 KJV

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

–––––❖––––– DEBORAH ANN “DEBBIE” KOON, 53, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away, Monday, December 21, 2015. She was born May 4, 1962 in Ponce, Puerto Rico to Jessie Fowler and Carmen Rodriguez. She was a retired event planner and of the Catholic faith. She loved to bake, garden and decorating. She loved being around her family especially her grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant granddaughter, Addison Spikes.

Debbie is survived by her significant other Floyd Jump; daughter Jennifer Spikes; sons Madison Spikes (Misty); Jessie Mitchell (Ashley); Corey Hern all of Little Rock; seven grandchildren Joseph Villarreal, Bruno Villarreal III, Breana Villarreal, Alexis Mitchell, Cayliegh Mitchell, Bryce Mitchell, Brooklynn Spikes; and three sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800.

Family will receive friends from 12:30-2 p.m., prior to service at the funeral home.

Memorials in addition to flowers may be made to Watershed, 3701 Springer Blvd., Little Rock, Arkansas 72206 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-1942. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ drummond.

–––––❖––––– MICHAEL J. SHUSTER, of Sherwood, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Sherwood Funeral Home (501) 835-9200, 7515 Warden Road, Sherwood, Ark. 72120. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home. Mr. Shuster’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– FERON WHITLEY, of North Little Rock, was born September 21, 1993 and passed December 16, 2015. Survived by Parents, Taurus Whitley and Jennette Jordan. Children, Arie and Aubree Whitley; Brothers, Dequan and Trevanghn Whitley; Sister, Taylor Whitley; Uncles, Cap Whitley, Arthur Burnett, Vincent Anderson and Keith Whitley; Aunts, Carolyn Morrison, Shirley Burnett and Rhonda Smith; God Mother Aleane Caldwell. Family Hour Monday, December 28, 2015, 6-7 p.m. Gunn Funeral Home. Funeral Services: Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 11 a.m.,s First Baptist S.A. Jones Dr. Funeral Arrangements: Gunn Funeral Home, 4323 West 29th, Little Rock, Ark. 72204. (501) 660-4323.

Arkansas

BATESVILLE — Melvin Patterson, 89, of Batesville, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Funeral services, Saturday, December 26, 2015, at 2 p.m. at the West Baptist Church in Batesville. Burial: Oaklawn Cemetery at Batesville. Arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service. Visitation, Saturday, December 26, 2015, 1 p.m. until service time at the church.

–––––❖––––– BATESVILLE — Margaret Petz died December 22. She was born to Wesley and Jessie Martin. Preceded death by her parents; half-brother, Carl Robertson; half-sister, Francis Flora; three brothers, Cecil, Henry and Wesley Martin. Survivors three sons, Johnny, Ronny and Kenneth Petz; brother, Chester Martin. Graveside services December 28, Egner Cemetery at 2 p.m.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Wilma McClanahan, 83, of Benton, passed away December 22, 2015. She was born November 17, 1932, in Bryant, Arkansas, to the late Roy and Iva Evans. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Benton. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rev. Rudy F. McClanahan; and son, William “Billy” F. McClanahan.

Wilma is survived by her son, David W. McClanahan (Debbie) of Cabot; daughters, Connie Roland, Garland, Texas, Pattie Davidson of Benton; grandchildren, Holly Boyette of Benton, Eddie Davidson, Jr. of Benton, Shelly Cooper of Wylie, Texas, Macy McClanahan and Connor McClanahan both of Cabot; six great-grandchildren.

Chapel services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 10 a.m. Monday with Bro. Mike Titsworth officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Crest Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday at Ashby Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — David D. Sparks, 59, of Benton, Arkansas, died December 21, 2015. He was born December 8, 1956, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Reception visitation: 2-5 p.m. Sunday, December 27, 2015, Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, Arkansas 72015. Funeral: 1 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2015, Northside Church of Christ, 917 N. East Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015. Guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– BIGELOW — Anthony “Wine” Kristofik, 64, of Bigelow, husband of Jacque Kristofik, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Monday, December 28, at Volman Cemetery in Bigelow with Todd Thorpe officiating. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

–––––❖––––– BRINKLEY — Zelma Vondran Hamilton, age 90, died Wednesday. Survivors include, son, Faron (Linda) Hamilton; daughter, Karen (Bert) Gray; daughter-in-law, Nancy Hamilton; six grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Visitation 1-2 p.m., with services starting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, Brinkley. Interment Prospect Cemetery near Moro. Guestbook www. bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– CABOT — Windell Guynes, 71, died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, Beatrice Guynes; mother, Muriel Guynes; daughters, Dorema (Brad) Whitworth, Wendy Bratton; brother, Randy (Reba) Guynes; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren. Visitation 9:30-10 a.m., services starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Moro. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery, Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home, Brinkley. Guestbook www.bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– CONWAY — Richard Takeshi Fujita, 81, of Conway, went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, December 22, 2015. He was born February 7, 1934, in Bell, Calif., to the late Harry S. and Fusae Kanamaru Fujita. Richard was also preceded in death by his siblings, Jack and Molly Fujita; son, Bryan Castleberry; and grandson, Jesse Hutson.

Richard was a member of Parkview Methodist Church in Benton. He retired from Tyson Foods in 2004 as a Transportation Manager. After his retirement he took many trips delivering camping trailers and school buses across the United States and later auto parts all over Arkansas. Richard was an avid Razorback and Sooner fan. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a very friendly person, who always had a smile and a funny story to share.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Martha, and many friends and family.

Funeral services are 1 p.m. Monday December 28th, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the National Kidney Foundation, 1818 N. Taylor St. #186, Little Rock, Ark. 72207. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes. com.

–––––❖––––– DeWITT — Otelia Fitzpatrick, 96, passed away December 21, 2015, at DeWitt Nursing Home. She was born June 17, 1919, in Ethel, Ark., to Willie Duncan and Searcy Hearns. She was a member of Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church and retired from housekeeping at DeWitt Nursing Home. She was known to many as Miss “T”.

She was preceded in death by five sons Willie Lee Fitzpatrick, George Wilbert Fitzpatrick, Louis Gene Fitzpatrick, Ervin Wayne Fitzpatrick, and Daren Duncan; and one grandson Craig Duncan.

She is survived by seven children Wyonnie Slater of Gillett, Ruthie Barnes of Dallas, Rodney Duncan of Little Rock, Denise Duncan, Jackie Duncan, and Karen Duncan all of DeWitt, and Favarin Smith of Little Rock; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be December 26 at 11 a.m. at Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Chute Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home. She will lay in state from 10-11 a.m. December 26 at the church. www.essexfuneralome.com.

–––––❖––––– EAST END — Roscoe Vanis (Junior) Mashburn, age 89, of the East End community passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2015. He was born July 13, 1926, to the late Ross and Virgie (Adams) Mashburn. Roscoe retired from the Pirelli Tire Company in 1984. He served in the Pacific Theater of Operations during the second World War with the Fifth and Second Marine Divisions, in fact he was the last surviving World War II veteran who was born and raised in the East End Community. He was a lifetime member of the Second Marine Division Association, Arkansas/Mississippi Chapter and the National World War II Museum.

Roscoe was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 65 years, Elzie (Brewer) Mashburn.

He is survived by his sister Mamie Reeder; one son Ross Mashburn and his wife Mary; two daughters Betty Kaucher and her husband John, Clara Sue Cole and her husband Jerry. Roscoe leaves behind five grandchildren, John Alan Kaucher, Micheal Kaucher, Jennifer (Haney) Morgan, Jeffrey Haney Sr., and Jessica Mashburn; also 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Roscoe’s life will be 11 a.m. Saturday, December 26, at Ashby Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday before the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Salem Cemetery fund in the care of Richard Wilkerson, 3413 Lorance Dr. in Little Rock, Ark. 72206.

A special thanks to Saline Memorial Hospice for the excellent care he received. On-line guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– EL DORADO — Yvonne Yocum Lindholm, 79, of El Dorado, passed away December 20, 2015. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, December 26, 2015, at Young’s Chapel. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow at Arlington Memorial Park under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– ENOLA — John Allen Lane, 77, passed away Sunday. Survivors: daughter Magen Lane (Enola); son Steve Lane (Mississippi); sister Dorothy Brooks (Alabama); sister-in-law Stella Lane (Enola); six grandchildren. Visitation: Sunday 5-7 p.m., Family Funeral Service. Funeral service: Monday, 2 p.m., Family Funeral Chapel with interment Heffington Cemetery. www.dwightfamilyfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– GREERS FERRY — William Isaac Davidson, Jr., Marine Veteran, age 66, passed away Tuesday. Survivors: wife Peggy, two daughters Jennifer Corpier (Jody), Greers Ferry, Sarah Williams (Les) Russelville; brother Phillip Davidson, Greers Ferry; sister-in-law Carol, four grandchildren. Visitation: Sunday, 4-6 p.m., Shiloh Community Church. Funeral: Monday 10 a.m. Family Funeral Service. www.dwightfamilyfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– HAMBURG — Dewayne Brooks, 66, of Hamburg died Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Funeral service: 2 p.m., Saturday at Southside Baptist Church with burial in the Hamburg Cemetery. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guest book at www.jones-hartshorn.com.

–––––❖––––– HEBER SPRINGS — Douglas Holt Peikert, Navy Veteran, age 90, passed away Monday. Survivors: wife Edith, three daughters Vivian Marker (Montana), Wanda Roseberry and Katherine Teague, brother Jack Peikert (Texas). Visitation Saturday, 1 p.m. Funeral 2 p.m., Cornerstone Church. Interment: Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Ida with military honors. Family Funeral Service Heber Springs. www.dwightfamilyfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– HOT SPRINGS — Arthur Eugene “Ott” Ray passed away December 22, 2015. Ott was born January 3, 1927, to Clyde E. and Gladys Lorraine (Wofford) Ray in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Ott grew up in Hot Springs and attended Oaklawn Grade School where he was a member of the Buttermilk Boys Baseball Team. He graduated from Hot Springs High School in 1944 where he had spent many hours enjoying baseball (2nd base), football, basketball, and hunting.

At the age of 17, Ott began serving in the U. S. Navy during WWII as a radio operator, RM3. After the war ended, he attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville where he was a member of the Theta Tau Fraternity and received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, class of 1950. Ott was a Professional Engineer and retired from Entergy as District Manager after 37 years of service. His professional activities included serving as the Arkansas President of the Society of Professional Engineers and of the Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE). He also was appointed by then Governor, Bill Clinton, to the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Ott was very active in the community serving as either President or Chairman of the United Way of Garland County, Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, Hot Springs Planning Commission, Hot Springs Civil Service Commission and Hot Springs Lions Club. He was also on the Board of Directors of the Garland County Chapter of the American Red Cross.

Ott was a member of the Roy L. Murphy Razorback Club and was a loyal Razorback fan and football season ticket holder for over 60 years. He also was a longstanding member of the Lake Ouachita Camping Association, LOCA. He was an avid bird watcher, enjoyed playing golf and held the title of World Champion in Washer Pitching. But more than anything, he treasured his family. He was completely devoted to the love of his life, Cora Lee, his four daughters, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be remembered for his entertaining attempts to make a long story short, his big smile and his contagious laugh. His daughters often heard him described by others as “One of the nicest men I’ve ever met”.

He was predeceased by his parents, his brother, Arliss Dean Ray and wife Ardyth (“Jackie”) Lee Sharman, and one infant daughter, Melanie Sue.

Arthur Eugene is survived by his wife of 64 years, Cora Lee (Sparks) Ray, daughters Paula Lynn Linington (Greg) of Hot Springs and their children Justin Ray Linington (Jenna) of Houston, Texas and their daughter Ava Marie and Lauren Blythe Buttrum (Brad) of Hot Springs and their son Paxton Ray, Sharon Lee Bridges (Mike) of Hot Springs and their children Cori Annette of Greenville, Texas and Michael Ray of College Station, Texas, Shelly Jean Beck (Ben) of Hot Springs and their children Garrett and Hannah, and Donna Laurie Galloway of Prairie Grove, Arkansas and her children Louie Altheimer, Courtney Lee, and Erin Lynn. Arthur is also survived by his sister-in-law, Marilynn Geurin (Jim) and family, his brother’s children Sandra Lee Muller (John) of Colleyville, Texas, Nancy Ray Bond of West Linn, Oregon, Laurie Jean Goss of Dunn Loring, Va., James Clyde Ray (Nancy) of The Woodlands, Texas and Joseph Thomas Yannetti of Mesquite, Texas and his brother’s many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be 1 p.m. Saturday with funeral service immediately following at 2 p.m. Saturday at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home with Dr. John McCallum officiating. Burial will be private.

Pallbearers will be Greg Linington, Mike Bridges, Ben Beck, Justin Linington, Michael Bridges, Louie Galloway V, Garrett Beck and Brad Buttrum.

Honorary Pallbearers are Hot Springs High School Class of 1944, Hot Springs Lions Club, Entergy employees, LOCA, and members of the evening bridge club.

The family wishes to express special gratitude to Tonia Ross, Ken Wachtendorf, and Southern Charm Senior Care of Hot Springs, especially caregiver Merlie Cope.

Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, 2350 Central Ave., Hot Springs, Ark. 71901 and The Caring Place, 101 Quapaw Ave., Hot Springs, Ark. 71901. Guests may register at www.caruth-hale.com.

–––––❖––––– HOUSTON — Walter Albert “Sonny” Davis, Jr., age 85, of Houston, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2015. He was born October 2, 1930, in Little Rock, Arkansas, the son of the late Walter A. “Dick” Davis, Sr. and the late Annie M. Crenshaw Davis. He was a Marine veteran and a Shift Foreman at a Corrugated Box Industry.

He is survived by his wife, Macel W. Hill Davis of Houston; son, Jerry M. Davis (Diane) of Conway; grandson, Dr. John Davis (Jamie) of Colorodo Springs, Colorado; granddaughter, Janna Melton of Sherwood; and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial service to be announced at a later date. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

–––––❖––––– HUMNOKE — Phyllis Jane Cunningham, 72, of Humnoke, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 23, 2015. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, September, 25, 1943 to Otis Glover and Violet Weathers Glover. She was of the Baptist faith.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her son: Chris Cunningham of Humnoke, Arkansas; two daughters: Jamie Cunningham of Mt. View, Arkansas, and Nicole Crawford (Brandon) of Humnoke, Arkansas; one sister: Carolyn Way (Kenneth) of Humnoke, Arkansas; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren and her cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

Funeral services are being conducted by Roller England Funeral Home, (501) 842-3939. Services will be Saturday, December 26, 2015, at Rowe’s Chapel Baptist Church in Humnoke at 11 a.m. Bro. Pat Fulmer will be officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service also at the church. Burial will follow at Flynn Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/england.

–––––❖––––– JONESBORO — Mrs. Frances Ann (Stotts) Smallwood, 83, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. until time of service. Chapel services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro with Mike Martin officiating. A private burial will follow. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes. com.

–––––❖––––– KENSETT — Shirley M. Scarbrough, 73, of Kensett died Wednesday. Surviving is her husband, Jimmy Scarbrough; son, Rodney Scarbrough (Jeanine); three brothers; four grandchildren. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Powell Funeral Home, Searcy. Funeral: 2 p.m. Sunday, New Horizon International Church. Burial: White County Memorial Gardens. Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– MALVERN — Dolline Joy Fain, 82, of Malvern passed away December 23, 2015. Funeral services will be on Monday, December, 28, 2015 at 2 p.m. in the Atkinson Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be before service. Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern. Guests may sign the online register at www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– McCRORY — Louvenia “Nina” Douglas Hanna, 90, of McCrory, died Tuesday. Graveside services, 2 p.m. Saturday at the Augusta Memorial Park. Visitation: Saturday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Thompson-Wilson McCrory Chapel. Survivors: son, Jeffery (Amanda) Hanna; daughter, Belinda (Al) Journey; daughter-in-law, Saundra Hanna; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

–––––❖––––– MELBOURNE — Howard Williams, 86, of Melbourne, died Monday. Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Melbourne. Burial will follow at Smith Family Cemetery in the Lunenburg Community. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. prior to service. Memorials: Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 2982, Batesville, Ark. 72503. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ melbourne.

–––––❖––––– MENA — Greggory Wayne Fryar, 56, of Mena, Ark., died Sunday, December 20, 2015. Mr. Fryar was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 26, 2015 at 2 p.m. at the Beasley-Wood Chapel. Online obituary available at www. beasleywoodfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– PRATTSVILLE — Joseph Melvin Ward, of Prattsville, Ark., died Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock at the age of 78. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, at Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church in Prattsville. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

–––––❖––––– RUSSELLVILLE — Emma Ree Miller, 95, of Russellville, formerly of Chimes, died Monday, December 21st. The funeral is 10 a.m. Saturday, December 26th, at Humphrey Chapel. Burial will be private in Liberty Cemetery at Chimes under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service of Russellville. The full obituary and guestbook at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– WARREN — Robert Daymon Parker, age 74, of Warren, Arkansas died Tuesday, December 22, at Monticello. Funeral services 1:30 p.m. Sunday, December 27 at Macedonia Free Will Baptist Church. Burial Shady Grove Cemetery. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 26, at Frazer’s Funeral Home. Online obituary/guest book www.frazerfuneralhome.com.