Pulaski County

In loving memory of our Matriarch, JUDITH UDELL DELKER (BLACKBURNBELL). Born November 1932 in Hudson, Stafford, Kansas and passed January 1, 2016, in Pulaski, Little Rock, Arkansas; daughter of William and Lydia Delker, she is remembered by countless people through her life. From her massive family which includes her beautiful two sisters, Leila Delker Emack and Twila Delker Lee, their five children, and multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren. To her own legacy of three children, Cara Otts, Nancy Stewart-Ogden, and Julie Blackburn; her beloved stepchildren, David Bell, Tamara Milam, Beth Montgomery, and Lynnie Bell; 20 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren; countless members of Easter Star, Red Hats and numerous other organizations she was a part of throughout her long and exciting life.

Judith was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Marlin Keith Delker; husbands, Charles Blackburn and Noah Bell; friends, grandchildren, and great-greatgrandchild, all of which were waiting to welcome her home in the arms of the Lord.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at Little Rock Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow starting at 11:30 a.m. The family has asked instead of flowers, a donation to the Arkansas Cancer Society be made in Judith’s name (m.cancer.org/donate). Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Bell’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– TOWNSEL BOYD JR., age 58 years old, of North Little Rock, passed away December 29, 2015 in Little Rock. He was born on June 6, 1957 in Louisiana; he was the son of Townsel and Mary Lou Boyd. Townsel was a Security Officer for Baptist Health Center for nine years. He was an ordained minister in Pentecostal Faith. He is preceded in death by Townsel Boyd Sr., Mary Lou Boyd and Velva Maupin (sister). Survivors include his children: Jessica Kruger, Jonathan Boyd, Christopher Boyd; grandchildren, Carlie Kruger, Carter Kruger; niece, Cherie Morehart.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at Huson Funeral Home in Sherwood, Ark. Burial will follow at Arkansas Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, Ark. Visitation will be Monday, January 4, 2016 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Huson Funeral Home Chapel, Sherwood, Ark. Sign an online guestbook at www.husonfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– BOBBY JACK EDWARDS, 88, of Sherwood, died Friday, January 1, 2016. He was born February 19, 1927 in Cabot, Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee A. and Hester Edwards, and a sister, Ava Parks. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Theresa Moore Edwards of Sherwood; his son, Andy (Shari) of North Little Rock; and three grandsons: Jake (Leah) of Centerton, Ark., John, and Jason of North Little Rock. He was a Navy veteran and had a long career in auto sales. His hobbies included raising and working with Missouri Foxtrotter horses, and he especially loved his family and enjoyed going to many sports activities involving his three grandsons.

There will be a visitation at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m. Graveside service will be Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Beebe Cemetery, Beebe, Ark. Officiating minister is Dr. Ken Shaddox. Memorials may be made to Sylvan Hills United Methodist Church Youth Fellowship. Online guest registry at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– ––––– HARRY ANDREW “ANDY” FAIR, 62, of Little Rock passed away January 1, 2016. He is survived by his wife Dixie Wilson Fair, son John Fair and daughter Lizzie Fair, all of Little Rock, and sister Nancy Ragsdale of Marion. He is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. A visitation will be held Monday night from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home; the memorial service will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church followed by a graveside service at 2:30 p.m. at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home. A more extensive obit can be found at www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– DONALD RAY GEORGE, 62, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, took wings on Monday, December 28, 2015. Preceded in death by father, Jerry George; stepfather, John Little; siblings, Alberta Lee Little-Harshaw and Charles E. Little; and grandmother, Sarlena Slater Whitfield. Survived by mother, Flora B. Wilson Little, North Little Rock, Arkansas; some siblings include Major George of Memphis, Tennessee, Justice (Lynn) Little and Grace (Willie) Hamilton, both of North Little Rock, Arkansas, and Deborah Faye (Wm Lamond) Rhodes of Sherwood, Arkansas; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Open Visitation: Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. Funeral Services at 11:30 a.m., Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 2200 Willow, North Little Rock, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. (501) 372-1305.

––––– ––––– STEPHEN “HUNTER” GUINN, age 16, of Little Rock passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 26, 2015. Hunter was born July 8, 1999, the son of Laurie Ann (Reynolds) Robinson and the late Stephen T. Guinn. Hunter was a proud member of the Little Rock Christian Academy varsity football team that just won the 5A/ West Championship. Hunter was preceded in death by his father; grandparents: Elizabeth and Bob Mosby, Thomas Guinn, Elizabeth and Riley Hunter, and Ira Collerain. He is survived by his mother; stepfather, Mark Robinson; grandmothers, Jean Guinn and Judy Robinson; stepbrothers: Jason Guinn (Shonda), Joseph Guinn (Misty) and Peyton Robinson; stepsisters, Jessica Guinn and Grace Ann Robinson; uncles: Rob Mosby (Tracy), Matt Robinson (Pam), David Robinson (Jennifer); aunts, Betty Hargraves (Walt) and Amy Criswell (Glenn); and their families.

Through losses of several close family members during his life, his mom was his constant. Her love for him, and his love for her, helped mold him into the fine young man he had become. Hunter had a great sense of humor, an appreciation of God’s grace, and a quiet, caring, humble nature. He was a good friend, a polite teen, and a mean Xbox foe. He loved his family, coaches, teammates, fellow students, and friends from every area of his life. In 16 short years, Hunter not only touched many lives, his passing also reminds us all that we are never promised tomorrow, and eternity’s door is presented as only God understands.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hunter Guinn Memorial Scholarship Fund, Little Rock Christian Academy, 19010 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, January 4, 2016, at RollerFuneral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. 72211, (501) 224-8300. The funeral will be held at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223 on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, at 10 a.m., with burial to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Cemetery, Alexander, Ark. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

––––– ––––– VERDA MAE McCALL, 95, of North Little Rock, died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015. She was born April 13, 1920 in Bee Branch, Ark., to the late Enoch and Julie Lane Duncan. Verda is survived by her two children: Charlton A. “Butch” McCall Jr. of Azle, Texas and Linda Chance (Wayne) of North Little Rock; by four grandchildren, Stephanie, Stacy, Shaun, and Wayne Jr.; seven great-grandchildren, Gabe, Zoey, Jason, Bruce, Kirsten, Heather, and Peter; two great-great-grandchildren, Zane, Genni; her brother Leland Duncan (Ruth) of Poplar Bluff, Mo., and sister, Euna LeMay (Charles) of Greenbrier, Ark. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 5 at the Smith-North Little Rock Chapel with visitation one hour prior to services (1-2 p.m.). Graveside committal service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, January 7 at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Wichita, Kan. Please visit www. Smithfamilycares.com.

––––– ––––– JAMES WALTER McCRAW, 79, of Little Rock, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 31, 2015. He was born Jan. 30, 1936. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church. James worked at Little Rock Fire Department for 43 years and retired as Captain. He was known around the fire station for his good cooking, especially pies. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and was also an avid deer hunter. He served as President of Whitewater Hunting Club. He was always busy helping other people.

He was preceded in death by parents, John Sr. and Arcie McCraw; brother, Albert and sister, Lucille. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Sammie; two sons, James R. McCraw (Donna), Houston, Texas, Philip McCraw (Michele), Little Rock; grandson, Nick McCraw (Amy), Bishop, Texas; granddaughter, Farrah Milota (David), Las Vegas, Nev.; four great-grandsons: Ryan and Logan McCraw and Travis and Tyler Milota; two brothers, John and William; sisters: Marie Dimbleby, Ellen Blood, Louise Howell, Rosalie Singleton, and Edna Kelley.

Funeral will be at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. (501-224-8300) at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016 with Brother Ed Hinkson officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Firehouse Hostel & Museum, P.O. Box 2753, Little Rock, AR 72203.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

––––– ––––– MARILYN M. OWEN, of Little Rock, died Dec. 24, 2015. She was born in Nashville, Ark. on Jan. 5, 1946, the daughter of William L. and Myrtle R. Morgan. Marilyn is predeceased by her parents, William L. and Myrtle R. Morgan; a sister, Betty Lorain Morgan; a brother, Michael L. Morgan; and two uncles, M.T. Lawrence and Sloan Lawrence. She is survived by an aunt, Ann Coker of De Queen, Ark.; several cousins; three feline companions, Michael, Jake and Alice; as well as her husband, William L. Owen.

A funeral service will be held at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 12415 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, AR 72223 at 10 a.m. on Jan. 5, 2015. Interment will be at Forest Hills Cemetery, 10200 Highway 5 N., Alexander, AR 72002 beside her mother, dad, and brother. In lieu of flowers, please make any memorials to St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, Pulaski County Humane Society, or Junior League of Little Rock.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

––––– ––––– LEVESTER SPRINGS JR., 40 of Wrightsville, Ark., passed away Dec. 26, 2015. Survivors are father, Levester Springs Sr.; Children, Levester III and D’Angelo Springs, and Beziah BaughSprings of Minnesota, Davonta Sutton-Springs, Jayla Springs; Granddaughter, Ava Springs, Minnesota; Brother, Roy (Bridget) Springs and step-brother Aundre McNeil all of Little Rock, Ark.

Home going service will be held Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 11 at Covenant of Zion Church 3023 W. 12th St. Family hour will be from 6 til 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home 1518 S. Battery St. Little Rock, Ark. 72202.

––––– ––––– MRS. MARY JO MOORE TANNER, age 86, of Little Rock, formerly of Gurdon, Ark. passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 1, 2016 in Little Rock.

Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Tanner are incomplete at this time, but will be announced by Brazzel/Cornish The Funeral Home of Prescott, Eddie Brazzel, director.

Sign online guestbook: www. brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– EDWARD ALLEN VINYARD, 62, of Little Rock, Ark. died Dec. 23.

Survivors: sons, Jason Vinyard, Joshua Vinyard; daughter, Kristin Nulty (James); mother, Elvena Caffee; brothers, Larry Butler, Timothy Vinyard; six grandchildren.

Memorial Service: 3 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016, New Hope Nazarene Church, Little Rock.

Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home ,Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

––––– ––––– CHARLES DANNY WARMAN departed this life on Wednesday, Dec. 30, at the age of 65, following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was born on Jan. 30, 1950 in Little Rock, the son of Hutto Warman and Flora Howard Warman. He was preceded in death by his parents and three nephews: James Morehart, Larry Morehart and Cole Warman.

Dan graduated from McClellan High School and attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. His career spanned many years as a photographer and writer at NorthLittleRock Times, The Daily Reader, CampusBulletin at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and the ArkansasDemocrat-Gazette. He won numerous awards from the Arkansas Press Association until he was forced into retirement with illness.

He is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Curt and Wanda Warman of Mount Ida; one sister, Mildred Morehart of Jonesboro; one uncle, Richard Howard and his wife, Martha of Benton; one nephew, Chris

Warman and his wife, Teresia of Mount Ida; one niece, Sandra Spears and her husband, Gary of Jonesboro; his great niece, Amber Warman; and his great nephew, Cody Warman.

The Warman family would like to extend its deepest gratitude to the staff of Arbor Oaks Healthcare in Malvern for the care they gave Danny for many years. The family will have a private burial at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Hot Springs.

Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

––––– ––––– CHARLES R. WRIGHT SR. of Little Rock went to meet his Savior on Jan. 2, 2016. He was born on Dec. 5, 1932 in Rison, Ark. He was a graduate of White Hall High School in Pine Bluff, Ark. He served in the Korean War from 1952 to 1956 in the Air Force as a staff sergeant. He resided in Little Rock where he was retired from the Little Rock Airport as a FAA employee working as a radar engineer. His hobbies included fishing, watching history movies and was a HAM radio operator with the call signal KC5TXN.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife Betty Jo Wylie, his parents, Joseph and Roberta Wright and his brother Joseph Wright.

He is survived by two sons: Rusty Wright (Brenda) and Randy Wright (Donna), both of Little Rock; grandchildren: Justin Wright (Jessica) of Little Rock, Jon Wright (Sarah) of Memphis, Tenn., Hannah Davenport (Blake) of Maumelle, Ark., great-grandchild: Elle Wright and his brother, Frank Wright of Lockford, Calif. and several nieces and nephews.

He was a member of Trinity Methodist Church. Graveside service will be at DeWitt Cemetery in DeWitt, Arkansas at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2015 followed by a Memorial Celebration at Roller Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300, at 3 p.m.

The family will have visitation on Monday, Jan. 4, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the home of Randy Wright, 7 Bluestrem Cove, Little Rock, Ark. 72211.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

Arkansas

ARKADELPHIA — Wanda Christell Corn, age 92, of Arkadelphia, passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015, in Arkadelphia. She was born April 3, 1923, in Fendley, (Clark Co.) Arkansas, to Jesse and Onie Deaton Shepherd. She graduated from Arkadelphia

High School in 1941.

Christell was a longtime member of Park Hill Baptist Church where she was involved in the church nursery for over 40 years. She enjoyed doing volunteer work with the Christmas Store in Ark a delphi a for many years. She resided in the Plaza for the last four years, where she made many new friends and was loved by everyone because of her sweet, caring spirit.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, L. D. Corn in 2005; her parents; also by three brothers and three sisters.

Survivors are three sons, Michael (Frances) Corn, Larry (Denise) Corn and Steve (Phyllis) Corn, all of Arkadelphia; one sister, Jean Walter of Lafayette, Calif.; three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 5 at Ruggles-Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Richland Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Youth Department of Park Hill Baptist Church. Online register is available at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

––––– ––––– ARKADELPHIA — Rev. Jimmy Joe Epley, born May 31, 1934, died Jan. 2, 2016. He was a retired minister of the United Pentecostal Church, beginning in 1957 and worked in construction many years.

He is survived by wife, Carmen Hatman Epley of Arkadelphia; son, Steve, wife, Sandra of Green Forest, Ark.; son, Greg, wife, Sandie; grandson, Chad, wife, Rachel; grandson, Jeremy, wife, Angela, all of Texarkana, Ark.

Visitation: Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, at 3 p.m. at The Pentecostal Church of Arkadelphia; service at 7 p.m. Graveside service at Farewell Cemetery, Green Forest, Ark. at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016. Online register is available at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

––––– ––––– BELLA VISTA — Wendy M. Ekstrand (Regouby), age 33, died peacefully Dec. 29, 2015, in Bentonville, Ark., after an 18-month battle against brain cancer.

We will miss Wendy’s smile. We will always remember her courage and love for life, family and friends.

Wendy is survived by husband, Dan; parents, Steve and Denise Regouby; sisters, Susie (Greg) Baxter and Lynnette Regouby, and many relatives and friends whom she loves dearly.

Wendy was born on Sept. 2, 1982, in Tulsa, Okla. She graduated from Memorial High School and Oklahoma State University. She married Daniel Ekstrand in 2012 and moved to Bella Vista, Ark.

Wendy loved stuffed animals. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you bring to the funeral or send a stuffed animal to Fitzgerald Southwood Colonial Chapel. Your gift will surround Wendy as we say goodbye and then be donated to a local Hospice for gifting to those who are struggling in their last days.

A funeral is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Jan. 8, 2016, at Central Church of the Nazarene, 7291 E 81st St. Tulsa, Okla. 74133, with visitation from 10–10:45 a.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Wendy’s life.

––––– ––––– BENTON — Michael Allyn Boeckenstedt, 41, of Benton, Ark., passed away Dec. 24, 2015. He was born Oct. 6, 1974, in Manchester, Iowa, to Frank M. and Marlene J. Sprague Boeckenstedt.

Michael was an independent contractor in the construction industry.

Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– ––––– BENTON — Carolyn Green, 59, of Benton, Ark., died Dec. 26, 2015. She was born June 23, 1956, in Little Rock, Ark. Reception visitation: 3:30-5 p.m., Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, AR 72015. Memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– ––––– BRYANT — Lon Blakley Martin, age 83, of Bryant, passed Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015. He was born July 22, 1932, in Pulaski County.

Lon attended Mabelvale High School and served with the U.S. Navy during the Koren War.

Lon was preceded in death by his parents, Gaira May Blakley Martin and Earnest Darlington “Ed” Martin.

He is survived by close family friends Rodney and Tammie Spradlin, Rhonda Crouse, Nicki and Sheyn Cook, Wade Edmondson, Josh and Bliss Kelly, Jody, Charissa and Jacie Marshall, Colby and Rikki Yarbrough, Alaina Crouse, Jaye Spradlin, and members of the Alexander First Baptist Church.

Pallbearers: Jody Marshall, Jaye Spradlin, Colby Yarbrough, Gavin Walden, Tom Cumblidge, Tony Roy, and honorary Rodney Spradlin.

Visitation will be 11-12 p.m. directly followed by funeral services at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6 at Ashby Funeral Home with burial at Forest Hills Cemetery. Brother Boe Dickey will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Lon B. Martin to Alexander First Baptist Church.

Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– CABOT — Tim Ray, 60, of Cabot, passed away at home Monday, Dec. 14, 2015. He was born in Fairbanks, Alaska.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Ray; three brothers: Gregory, Barry & Don.

He is survived by his mother, Mildred; children: Josh, Amy, Melissa & Jessica; one grandson, Logan; niece, Lena; nephew, Keith; and many friends who will dearly miss him.

Tim is being cremated and a memorial will be announced at later date.

Online condolences: www. thomasfuneralservice.com. Arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service.

––––– ––––– CAMDEN — Dr. Charles Henry Fohn passed away on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015, at his home in Camden, Ark.

He was born in Hondo, Texas, on Nov. 15, 1931, the son of Thelma Decker Fohn and Maurice Fohn. He served in the U.S. Navy and later graduated from Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, La., where he met his future wife, Johelen. They married in 1955, and after serving a surgical residency in San Antonio, relocated to Camden, Ark., to start a medical practice in 1964. Charlie loved his work, his patients and his staff and had the joy of serving the Camden community for more than 50 years. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and colleagues.

Charlie is survived by his children: Karen Fohn of Houston, Texas; Alan Fohn of Fayetteville, Ark., and Marcia Rakoski and her husband, Larry of Bulverde, Texas; grandchildren, Michael Rakoski and his wife, Andrea of Whidbey Island, Wash., and William Rakoski of Bulverde, Texas; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Johelen; his son, Karl Fohn; and a brother, Joe Fohn.

A service to celebrate his life is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden. There will be private service to scatter Charlie’s ashes at his beloved family ranch in Hondo, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Little Rock Animal Village, 7401 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR 72204; the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123; or the charity of your choice.

Proctor Funeral Home of Camden is in charge of arrangements. To sign the online guest register, visit proctor funeralhome.

––––– ––––– CAMDEN — Beatrice Chambliss Graham, 98, of Camden, Ark., died Jan. 1, 2016, at her home. She was born on Sept. 6, 1917, in Princeton, Ark., and attended Locust Bayou High School. She was the daughter of John and Lura Sweaza. Her father came from Red Boiling Springs, Tenn. to Arkansas with a team of horses he used with his work at various saw mills. Bea is survived by Shirley S. Lusby, Larry D. Stafford (Carolyn), Philip W. Stafford (Annie Mae), step son Wade Graham (Betty) grandchildren Stephen Tomlinson, Kevin Tomlinson (Kathy) (Atlanta, Ga.), Lynly Ramsey (Bob), Shane Stafford (Kelly), Bryan Stafford, Brent Stafford, Shannon Hawkins(Mike) (Woodstock, Va.) Brooke Stafford (Boston, Mass.), 15 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, Fulton Graham, and Earl “Buck” Chambliss, sister Opal Harrison, brothers Lloyd, Glen, Earl, and Morris Sweaza.

Bea retired in 1979, after 34 years, from the Int’l Paper Company, Bagpak Division. She was active in the Camden Local 367 Union where she served in several offices as well as president.

She was a member of Cullendale Baptist Church since 1952. She served many years as assistant superintendent with Bethel Laney of the 12-year-old Dept. In later years, she enjoyed her Sunday School Class and teachers. She, also, expressed her love for pastors Wade Totty, Dr. Jimmy Burkes, and Clay Doss. After retirement Bea enjoyed being an active member in the Bethesda Extension Homemakers Club. She had 59 first place ribbons, 25 second place, 13 third place, and one AR Sweepstake Winner Ribbon. Her ribbons were for quilts, handcrafts, and garden vegetables. In 1994, she was certified as a quilt judge. Bea was famous for her cooking, especially her pies. She loved working in her flower garden, vegetable garden and yard. She and Fulton won the City Beautification Award in 1992, and two awards for Christmas lights.

Services will be held at Proctors Funeral Home on January 4, at 11 a.m., viewing at 10 a.m. with Dr. Wade Totty and Rev. Jimmy Burkes officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be to Cullendale Baptist Church, First Baptist Church, or charity of your choice. To sign the online guest register, visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– CHOCTAW — Frieda Jeraldine Kidd, age 89, of Choctaw, Ark. passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015. Frieda preferred to be called Jerry, Mom or Grandma. She was born Sept. 16, 1926 in Clinton, Ark. to John and Esther Whitworth.

Jerry was married to the love of her life, Jim Lin Kidd for 70 years.

Following graduation from Clinton High School, Jerry attended State Teachers College in Conway, Ark. and became a school teacher, teaching at Choctaw, Ark. Jerry and Jim later moved to California where they lived and raised their five children. After retirement, Jim and Jerry returned to Choctaw, Ark.

She is preceded in death by her husband Jim (Sept. 5, 2015), one son, Phillip Kidd (Oct. 29, 2015) and two sisters, Laverne Shipp and Dortha Theberge.

Survivors are; two sons, Bruce Kidd of Riverside, Calif.; Roger Kidd and wife Sharon of Rogers, Ark.; two daughters, Sharon Thomas and husband Chuck of Chucky, Tenn.; and Tabby Finnerty and husband Tim of Alta Loma, Calif.; 14 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Jerry has one surviving sister, Marie Bowling and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jerry was a Member of the Church of Christ of Choctaw, Ark.

Services will be at Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, 1902 Highway 65 South, Clinton, Ark. 72031, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, Visitation at noon. Burial to follow at Huie Cemetery.

Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Ark. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– CLINTON — Billie Ruth Peltz, 78, of Clinton died Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016. Survived by husband, two daughters, two grandsons, one brother, one sister in law.

Visitation 2-4 p.m. Sunday, January 3. Service 10 a.m. Monday, January 4 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Clinton. Burial Grandview Cemetery in Marshall. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ clinton.

––––– ––––– CLINTON — Morene Ward Ragland, 87, of Clinton, formerly of Marshall, passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Clinton Funeral Service Chapel. Visitation: 1 hour prior to the service. Burial at Canaan Cemetery, Marshall. Arrangements by Clinton Funeral Service of Clinton. www. clintonfuneralservice.com.

––––– ––––– CONWAY — Hunter David Hickey, age 23, of Conway, formerly of Perryville, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2015. He was born July 21, 1992, in Bayonne, N.J. He worked at Ace Hardware and was a member of Perryville First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Brianna Bartram Hickey of Conway; daughter, Trinity Hickey of the home; mother, Becci Martin (Eddie) of Atkins; father, Lanny Hickey (Greg Daniels) of Little Rock; sister, Kylee Williams (Paul) of Norfolk, Virginia; grandmother, Yvonne Adams of Perryville; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Noel Adams and David Hickey, and a grandmother, Margaret Hickey.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, at Perryville First Baptist Church with Bro. Jeff Glenn officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery at Jerusalem by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, January 4, at the funeral home in Morrilton. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to Harris Funeral Home, P.O. Box 439, Morrilton, Ark. 72110. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

––––– ––––– CONWAY — Josephine McKenzie, 93, of Conway, passed from this life on Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. She was born on Dec. 18, 1922 in Greenbrier to the late Olon Matthews and Corinna Elliott Matthews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Delmar McKenzie and a brother, Lindon Matthews.

Josephine was salutatorian and her husband, Delmar was valedictorian of their Greenbrier High School class. She always said she had to marry him because he was the only one who was smarter than she was. After high school, she attended Arkansas Teacher’s College for two years. Delmar served in the Air Force and retired after 21 years. After retiring, both he and Josephine went back to college at U.C.A. and after graduation, became school teachers. She taught 9th-12th grade math at St. Joseph in Conway for many years, and he taught history and economics at Conway High School. Josephine also enjoyed gardening, sewing, and cooking.

She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Nash of Greenbrier; sister, Juanita Fryer of Bentonville; and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 1 p.m., Monday, Jan. 4 2016 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier with visitation starting one hour prior to service. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com /greenbrier.

––––– ––––– DeVALLS BLUFF — Brinda Joyce Weatherly, 63, of DeValls Bluff died Tuesday. Survivors include her husband, Eugene, one son, Keith Stanley, one granddaughter, Carmin Stanley, one sister, Polly Crouch, one stepson, John Weatherly, one stepdaughter, Jennifer Weatherly. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, Whipporwill Cemetery in Des Arc. www. garthfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– FAYETTEVILLE — Dr. Paul Robert Noland, 91, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015. A combat veteran, mayor, distinguished professor, father, and grandfather, Paul taught us to better our world by serving others.

Paul Ennis and Ruby Noland raised Paul Robert and his siblings, Albert, Richard (Dick), Anna May and Claree, in Laura, Illinois. Paul attended Blackburn College before serving in the United States Army in World War II. Paul’s company battled through Germany, assisting in the liberation of a concentration camp. The Army decorated Paul for his service, including three Bronze Battle Stars.

Paul met Eunice Hazenfield at the University of Illinois. The two married in 1947, in Decatur, Ill. Paul completed his undergraduate and graduate studies in Illinois before matriculating to Cornell in Ithaca, N.Y. Paul accepted a professorship at the University of Arkansas over Tennessee and Hawaii because Fayetteville was the “most rural.” Cornell professors advised Paul to “only stay in Arkansas a few years.” 43 years later he retired as Head of the Animal Science Department. Members of Paul’s family hold 19 degrees from the University of Arkansas. He is the university’s 2012 Honorary Alumni.

Paul advised 46 graduate students and received the university’s 1963 Distinguished Faculty Member Award. As the Faculty Advisor of the Alpha Iota chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity from the mid-60s until his retirement, he counseled hundreds of young men in the fraternity’s education and leadership program. The Arkansas Agricultural Hall of Fame recognized his achievements by inducting him in 1995.

Paul and Eunice lived in Panama from 1955 to 1957, working on an agricultural mission sponsored by the University of Arkansas and USDA. The relationships formed then led to an enduring association with Panama and its people. Paul and Eunice returned to Panama many times, including in 2009 when the Panamanian government awarded Paul Panama’s highest civilian honor, the Vasco Nunez de Balboa Award. Paul and Eunice opened their home to students from Panama and around the world. 132 Panamanian students attend the university today.

Paul contributed to his community through the Lions Club, as a Boy Scout leader, and as a member of the Board of Directors of the City of Fayetteville, including five years as Mayor. He attended Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville for 65 years, serving as an active Sunday school teacher and member of the church’s board.

Paul is survived by his wife, Eunice Noland; brother, Albert Noland; sons Steve, Stewart, Bob, and Brian Noland; daughters-in-law Barbara, Debbie, Marilyn, and Ann Noland; grandchildren Heath and Ashley Noland, Matt and Hillary Sutherland, Ross and Ali Noland, Joe and Claire Beggans, John Paul and Brianna Noland, and Emily, Taylor, and Mallory Noland; and 10 great-grandchildren.

The Memorial Service is Saturday, January 9, 10 a.m., Central United Methodist Church, 6 W. Dickson Street, Fayetteville, Ark. 72701. Reception to follow. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Dr. Paul R. Noland Endowed Scholarship Fund, 1002 W. Maple Drive, Fayetteville, Ark. 72701.

––––– ––––– GLENWOOD — Lynn Thomas Benedict, 63, of Glenwood, Ark., passed away Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016, in Hot Springs. He was born Feb. 21, 1952, in Dallas, Texas to Tom and Avanell Benedict. Lynn was a loving father, husband, grandfather, son-in-law, brother-in-law, and friend to all.

Lynn served four years in the United States Navy in his youth and was stationed on U.S. Navy Destroyer, the U.S.S. Elmer Montgomery as a Boatswains Mate. He also spent more than 30 years in law enforcement serving the state of Arkansas; 27 of which were with the Arkansas State Police.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kathy; his two children, Coast Guard Chief Boatswains Mate Lance Benedict and his wife, Amber of Ilwaco, Wash. and Summer Backstrom and husband, Randy of Bentonville, Ark.; three grandchildren: Brody, Angel and Gage; one sister, Livia and husband, Bill McCoy of Richmond, Va.; one brother, Carl and wife, Sandy Benedict of Glenwood, Ark.; as well as many nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents; father-in-law, Carl Palmer; and brother-in-law, Jerry Palmer.

Visitation will be Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Gross Funeral Home in Hot Springs.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, at Gross Funeral Home with Brother Derek Barnes and Pastor Tony Hill officiating. Interment will follow at Alpine Cemetery.

The online obituary, guestbook, and memorial tribute are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.

––––– ––––– HAMBURG — Chris Ware, 48, of Hamburg, died Friday, Jan. 1, 2016, at his residence. Graveside services and burial are 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Crossroad Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guestbook at www.jones-hartshorn.com.

––––– ––––– HARRIET — Bobby Franklin McCoy, 78, of Harriet died Friday in Mtn. Home.

Survivors: wife, Kathleen; sons, Ted, Randel, Jeff, Brad, Greg and Danny; 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sister, Estelline; and brother, Steve.

Arrangements by Roller-Coffman/Marshall.

Graveside service: 3 p.m. Saturday, Landis Cemetery/Marshall.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– HIGDEN — Martin F. Holt, 95, passed away Dec. 30, 2015, son of the late Richard and Ada Belle (Blundell) Holt. Born in Florence, Ala., on Oct. 5, 1920, he was an Arkansas resident since 1978 after retiring from General Motors Truck & Coach in Pontiac, Mich. At 95 years old, he had many stories to tell about his service as a WWII Naval Veteran that served in both the Atlantic (invasion of Normandy, France) and the Pacific theaters (Okinawa, Japan). He is preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine; stepdaughter, Rose Marie Spears and daughter, Deborah Lynn Holt. He is survived by one daughter, Marcia (Gerald) Simpson; two grandchildren, Brian Simpson and Shannon (James) Sanders, as well as five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in late spring. www.olmstead.cc.

––––– ––––– HOPE — Mrs. Ruth “Ludie” Chambers, 97, of Hope, passed away Dec. 31, 2015.

Visitation: 12-2 p.m., Jan. 4, 2016, at Brazzel/Oakcrest Funeral Home. Funeral service: 2 p.m., Jan. 4, 2016, at Brazzel/ Oakcrest Chapel. Burial: Macedonia Cemetery in Patmos, Ark. Arrangements by Brazzel/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope, Eddie Brazzel, Director. Online guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– HOT SPRINGS — Arliss Montgomery, age 91, of Hot Springs, died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015. Services will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5 at DeRoche Missionary Baptist Church with burial in DeRoche Cemetery. Visitation will be 11 a.m. Tuesday until service at the church. Online register is available at www. ruggleswilcox.com.

––––– ––––– HOT SPRINGS — Katherine Willcox, 99, of Hot Springs, died Dec. 30, 2015. She was born July 29, 1916, in Little Rock, Ark.

Loving survivors include son Berry Willcox Jr. and his wife, Shirley of Texas; daughter, Sara Riley, of Hot Springs; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Services will be scheduled at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at a later date.

Guest register is www.caruthhale.com.

––––– ––––– HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — Patrick Ryan “Pat” Harrison, 73, of Hot Springs Village, died Dec. 19, 2015.

Patrick served in the United States Navy during Vietnam. Pat is survived by his wife, Rentha Harrison of Hot Springs Village.

Service is 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016, at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. Register at www.caruth-hale.com.

––––– ––––– LONOKE — William Gregory Adams, 69, of Lonoke, was born Oct. 28, 1946 and passed away Dec. 23, 2015. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home.

––––– ––––– MORRILTON — Geneva Ivalee Welch Johnson, 90, Morrilton, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. Funeral services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Elmwood Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home, Morrilton. Visitation will be an hour prior to service time at the church. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

––––– ––––– MOUNTAIN VIEW — Patricia Goodman, 60, of Mountain View, passed away Jan. 1,2016. Survivors: husband, David; children: Jason, Henry, and Ashley. Visitation will be 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016 at Roller Crouch Chapel. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Monday, Jan. 4, 2016 at Flatwoods Baptist Church. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com /mtview2.

––––– ––––– OIL TROUGH — Hallie Roberson, 93, of Oil Trough departed this life Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016 at Surrounded Hill Baptist Church. Burial will be in Maple Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:308 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016. Arrangements by Dillinger Funeral Home. www.dillingerfuneralhome.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Florence Marie “Dinky” Boehm, 66, of Pine Bluff, Ark., died Jan. 1, 2016, at her home. She was born March 4, 1949, in Des Arc, to William Robert and Jessie Jewel Bush Loftin.

She was reared and educated in Augusta, graduating from Augusta High School in 1968. She attended Fort Scott Community College. She retired from the Pine Bluff Airport as the bookkeeper. She enjoyed sewing, cross stitching, shopping, playing games and baking cookies with her grandchildren. She was a member of Family Church.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Jean Ussery and her parents. Survivors include her husband, Peter Walter Boehm; a daughter, Diana Bosman of Pueblo, Colo.; a son, Corey Ussery of Springfield, Mo.; sisters, Drenda King of Enola, Helen Loftin Haltiwanger of Pine Bluff; brothers, Steve Loftin of, Hume, Mo., Bill Loftin of Cordova, Tenn.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m., Monday at Robinson’s. Funeral services 11 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, Chapel of Ralph Robinson & Son with Reverend Stephen Harrison officiating. Burial will follow at Fitzhugh Cemetery. Online register at www.ralphrobinsonandson. com.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Judy Diane Brooks Buchanan, 65, of Pine Bluff died Dec. 31, 2015. Survivors: husband, Nelson Buchanan; sons, Jeff, Spencer Buchanan; mother, Audrey Brooks; brother, Robert Kavanaugh; sister, Elizabeth Ware; three grandchildren. Funeral, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Central Presbyterian Church in Pine Bluff by Cranford Funeral Home of White Hall (www. cranfordfh.com).

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Mr. James Daniel Henderson, 70, of Pine Bluff passed Friday, Dec. 25, 2015. His Funeral Service will be 11 a.m., Jan. 4, 2016 at Highland Baptist Church by Rev. Christopher Mack. Interment will be in Forrest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Online: brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Mrs. Dorothy Shine Mitchell, 97, of Pine Bluff passed Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015. Her Funeral Service will be 2 p.m., Jan. 4, 2016 at Oak Grove Baptist Church by Rev. Charles Helloms Jr. Interment will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Online: brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Mr. Earlis Lee Pighee, 51, of Pine Bluff, passed Friday, Dec. 25, 2015. His Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m., Jan. 5, 2016 at Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church by Rev. Travis Hardin. Interment will be in Forrest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Online: brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Theoplis Clyde Shavers, 59, of Pine Bluff, died Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015. Graveside services are 12 p.m., Monday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Pine Bluff. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time at the cemetery. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online guestbook at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.

––––– ––––– SEARCY — Wanda Lee Green, of Searcy, passed away Thursday, December 31. She was born July 21, 1928, in Floral, Ark. Visitation was Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Home, Searcy. Funeral services are Sunday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– SHERIDAN — Robert Tucker of Sheridan, Ark., 74, died Tuesday. Survivors: step-sons, Carl McCool, Mark McCool, Allen McCool; nieces, Connie Box, Barbara Rowland; nephews, Michael Tucker, Chad Tucker; sister-in-law, Gladys Tucker. Memorial service: 2 p.m. Sunday, Hardin Baptist Church. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home of Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

––––– ––––– SOLGOHACHIA — Jackie Dale Cleaver, 72, of Solgohachia passed from this life on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015. He was born March 16, 1943, in Shirley, Ark., to Jessie Vernon and Lois Elsie Nelson Cleaver.

He is preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Leon Cleaver, Leonard Cleaver and Lilburn (Dick) Cleaver; and sister-inlaw Jane.

Survivors include his brother Jimmie L. Cleaver and wife Donna of Clinton; two sisters-in-law Bernice and Bonnie; four nephews; and eight nieces. Other survivors include numerous great-nieces and nephews, and a host of extended family and friends. Graveside funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, at Culpepper Mountain Cemetery in Clinton with Bro. Wesley Howell officiating. Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes.com /conway.

––––– ––––– WALDO — Sharon “Sherry” Denise Cross O’Neal Jameson, 57, of Waldo, Ark., passed away Dec. 31, 2015, in Waldo, Ark. Visitation Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, from 12 to 2 p.m. at New Salem Methodist Church, Laneburg, Ark., with funeral service immediately following at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in New Salem Cemetery.

––––– ––––– WEINER — Connie Mae Pace, 57, of Weiner, passed away Jan. 1, 2016. Mrs. Pace was born in Jonesboro Feb. 8, 1958, to William J. and Mary Lou Smith. Funeral services are Monday, 10 a.m. at Weiner Christian Church. Visitation is Sunday, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Weiner Christian Church. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– WOODLAWN — Jesse Margaret Bunting, 73, of Woodlawn, died Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. Funeral services will be Monday, 10:30 a.m. at Fuller Hale-South Funeral Chapel in Pine Bluff, with interment in Fitzhugh Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home. For full obituary information and condolences, go to FullerFunerals. com.

––––– ––––– WYNNE — Robert Szuflita (43) died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, April Szuflita; parents, Henry Szuflita, Sylvia Casillo; sons: Michael Szuflita, Dalton Szuflita, Otis Walker; daughters, Crystia Rickman, Cherish Wilemom; three brothers; four sisters; three grandchildren. Services: 2 p.m. Monday at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment: Vanndale Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Sunday. 870238-9400. www.thompsonwilsonfh.com.

Out-of-state

SALINA, Kan. — Paul Shepard Crumpton, 85, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. He was born in Little Rock, Ark., to Wendell and Rebecca (Shepard) Crumpton, and was the grandson of Paul R. Shepard, who was the Scimitar Shrine Mason Potentate in the 1930s. He was a graduate of Little Rock High School. In 1950 Paul joined the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam. In 1970 he retired with the rank of Master Sergeant and joined the reserves, working for the FAA as an electronics technician. In 1995 he retired from the FAA and worked for five years at Wichita State University. Outside of work, Paul loved Kansas State University football and had season tickets for more than 20 years.

Paul is survived by his wife, Patricia Crumpton of Salina; sons, Doug Crumpton and Steve Crumpton, both of Salina; stepsons, Eric Clayton of Salina, and Tom Clayton of Ellensburg, Wash.; daughters, Rebecca Cheema of Las Vegas and Trisha Crumpton of Salina; sister, Sheila Crumpton-Barron of Indianapolis; and 15 grandchildren. Memorial service was held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at the Sunset Park War Memorial, Salina. The family encourages all Kansas State University fans to wear school colors to honor Paul and his love for the Wildcats. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Salina.

––––– ––––– GERMANTOWN, Tenn. — Todd Forrest, age 50, of Germantown, Tennessee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m., Monday, in Walnut Valley Baptist Church, Hot Springs, under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home. Visitation is Monday, 1 p.m. until service time. Graveside services are Tuesday, 11 a.m., in the Cash Cemetery, Cash, Arkansas. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith. com.

––––– ––––– BUFFALO, Texas — Fredrick Thomas “Fred” Capio was born on February 5, 1943, in Tenafly, New Jersey, and passed away on December 23, 2015, in Fairfield, Texas, at the age of 72 years. His parents were Fredrick, Jr. & Carmella (Carrino) Capio. Fred served his country as a Captain in the United States Air Force where he was a missile launch commander for Titan II Missiles during the Cold War. After his retirement from the Air Force, Fred worked as a special agent for the United States Border Patrol and was primarily in charge of human and drug trafficking. He worked in several cities including El Paso, Laredo, Houston, and Little Rock. Fred settled in Cabot, Arkansas, after his retirement from the border patrol, but he continued to work in law enforcement as a firearms instructor for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. He was an expert in selling firearms and also helped design a knife used by the border patrol called a Vintage Randall Model 14 Knife. Fred had lived in Buffalo for the past 14 months and was Catholic in faith.

Fred was preceded in death by both of his parents and son, Kevin Leigh Capio. He is survived by wife, Karen Jackson Capio of Buffalo; sons, Alan (Kara) Jukes of Cabot, Arkansas, Douglas Owen Capio of Buffalo, and Freddie Alby Capio of Cabot, Arkansas; daughter, Kristen Allyne (Jason) Spier of El Paso; stepdaughter, Courtney Jackson of Buffalo; brother, Ralph James (Heather) Capio of Las Vegas, Nevada; sister, Lorinda (Marbin) Morris of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and grandchildren, Harper & Spencer Spier and Charlie & Henry Jukes. Buffalo Funeral Home in Buffalo is in charge of all arrangements. www.buffalofuneralhome.com.