Obituaries

Pulaski County

ALBIRDIA G. BAKER, 85, of Little Rock, Ark., transitioned this life on August 2, 2017. Family Hour: today, 6- 7: 30 p. m. at St. John Baptist Church, 1920 E. 6th St., Little Rock. Funeral: Thursday, 10 a. m. at First Baptist Church, 811 S. A. Jones Drive, North Little Rock, Ark. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Dr., Little Rock, Ark., ( 501) 371- 0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

––––– – –––– HELEN MARIE SATTERFIELD BOYD, 87, ended her life’s journey on August 7, 2017 in Sherwood, Ark., and is now at home with Jesus.

She is survived by her three children, Judith Hankins Douglas ( Joe) of Jacksonville, Ark., Jesse A. Boyd III ( Beth) of Little Rock, Ark., and Melanie Strickland ( Charles) of Pleasant View, Tenn.; five grandchildren; six great- grandchildren ( with twins on the way); and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Myrtle Satterfield; husband, Jesse A. Boyd Jr.; brother, Harold Satterfield; sister, Ramona ( Boots) Harrell; and grandson, Christopher Zane Hankins.

Helen was born on August 14, 1929, in Mayflower, Ark. She married Jess, the love of her life, on September 18, 1944 ( during World War II). She was a beautiful woman, always welldressed because of her great fashion sense, her ability as an accomplished seamstress, and her expert shopping skills. As an involved parent, she served in many support positions in the school system including PTA President. She was an employee of the state headquarters of Employment Security Division in Little Rock. Helen was proud of her Satterfield heritage and served as president of the national Satterfield Family Association. She was a dedicated member and worker in First Baptist Church, Mayflower for many years, and made sure her three children were always in church. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church, Little Rock in later years.

Helen loved to cook and entertain, and her Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners were legendary. Her daughters and granddaughters cherish her recipes and carry on those traditions. She made her home a beautiful, warm, and welcome place for family and friends.

Funeral service with Reverend Rick Jaggars officiating will be 2 p. m., Thursday, August 10, 2017 at Roller Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark., with burial to follow at Mayflower Cemetery. Visitation will be at 1 p. m. prior to the service. The family would like to thank the staff of Southridge Village/ Cabot, St. Vincent North, and Kindred Hospice for their loving care. Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ chenal.

––––– – –––– NORMA JEAN BRYANT, 73, of LR, Ark., transitioned this life on Aug. 4, 2017. Family Hour: Friday, 6- 7 p. m. Life Celebration: Saturday, 11 a. m., both at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1823 South Cedar, LR, Ark. Rev. Foote, Pastor. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark., ( 501) 371- 0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

––––– – –––– OLEN PAGE CAMMACK, 77, of Sherwood, passed away peacefully in his home on August 6, 2017. He was a 1957 graduate of Fordyce High School, where he played football for Coach Red Parker’s legendary Redbug team.

After high school, Olen began a long career as an electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 295. Known as “Big O” to his friends, he helped construct many large commercial buildings throughout central Arkansas and the Midwest. Retiring as a Master Electrician, Olen’s last project was the Chemical Demilitarization Facility at Pine Bluff Arsenal where he was a general foreman.

Olen enjoyed deer hunting and spent many Autumn days at the Oakdale deer camp in Bradley County. He was also an avid Hog fan and passed on his love of Razorback sports to his children and grandchildren.

Olen’s greatest joy in life was providing for his family, especially his beloved wife of 57 years, Louise ( Wolfe) Cammack. He always wanted Louise to drive a Cadillac and as soon as he was able, he bought her one and then kept her in them the rest of his days. He also loved getting Louise special presents at Christmas and watching her surprise as she opened them.

Upon his retirement, Olen built Louise the home they had always dreamed of, overlooking the Arkansas River in Mayflower. In later years, he enjoyed developing real estate and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

Olen was a devoted Christian and he made sure his children were raised in the church. He was a long- time member of Baring Cross Baptist Church and later attended Park Hill Baptist for several years. Olen took special delight in hearing his grandchildren say the blessing at family meals. “Boppie” loved his grandchildren.

Olen was preceded in death by his parents, Seth Page Cammack and Ruby Lee ( Jacobs) Cammack. In addition to Louise, he is survived by his daughters, Suzy Faith ( Doug) and Staci Nichols ( Brian) and his grandchildren, Emily Faith, Hayden Faith, Alexandra Nichols and Eliza Nichols.

Funeral Service will be at 2 p. m., Thursday, August 10, 2017, at Roller- Owens Funeral Home, 5509 JFK, North Little Rock. Burial to follow at Riverwood Cemetery, Maumelle. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be made to the Shepherd’s Center of Arkansas, 4314 Idlewild Ave., North Little Rock, Ark. 72116 or Park Hill Baptist Church, 201 E C Ave., North Little Rock, Ark. 72116. Online Guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ owens.

––––– – –––– LEE E. CARRIGAN SR., 92, of Little Rock passed away peacefully on August 3, 2017. A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, August 10, 2017, with viewing at 10 a. m., and funeral services at 11 a. m., at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 2501 Main St., Little Rock, Ark., Pastor C. D. Edwards officiating. Interment will follow with honors at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements by: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester St. LR ( 501) 372- 1305.

––––– – –––– GLEN THOMAS CARTER, age 83, of North Little Rock, Ark., went to be with his heavenly Father on August 7, 2017. He was born on January 10, 1934 in Romance, Ark., to the late Clarence and Della Carter.

He is preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Wayne; four sisters, Marie, Maxine, Billie Jo, Mary Vaughn and his beloved first wife of 44 years, Marion. Survivors include three daughters, Phylis Pettit ( David), Donna Fuller ( Bobby), Carol Carter; four grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Glen is also survived by his loving and devoted wife of 17 years, Roberta; two sons, Steve Powell ( Sharon), Greg Powell ( Nancy) and four grandchildren.

Glen’s family would like to thank Dr. Frits VanRhee and Dr. Aniel House for their wonderful care. Funeral service will be at 10 a. m. Friday, August 11, 2017 at Park Hill Baptist Church, 201 East C, NLR with Dr. Ken Shaddox officiating. Burial with full military honors will be at noon at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W. Maryland, Sherwood, Ark. Visitation will be Thursday, August 10, 2017 from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. at the church.

Memorials in Glen’s honor may be made to: University of Arkansas Medical Sciences Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 4301 West Markham, Little Rock, Ark. Online Guest book at: www. SmithFamilyCares. com.

––––– – –––– HARRY L. COLEMAN SR., 83, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, transitioned on August 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jacqueline Ann Coleman Taylor. He leaves memories with his children, Debra Coleman, Paulette Franklin, Gwen Hudson, Lauren Manning, Priscilla Coleman and Harry L. Coleman Jr.; and a host of family and friends. Public Viewing: Saturday, 10- 11 a. m. and Service 11 a. m., both at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, North Little Rock, Ark., with Pastor Earl Graham officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark. ( 501) 371- 0111. “A Service You Can Trust.”

––––– – –––– GLORIA GEAN DEAN, 68, of Mabelvale, Ark., transitioned on August 2, 2017. Family Hour: Thursday, August 10, 2017, 5- 6 p. m. and Service: Friday, August 11, 2017, 11 a. m., both at Robinson Mortuary Chapel. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Dr., Little Rock. ( 501) 371- 0111.

––––– – –––– MARY E. DORTCH, 87, of Hensley, passed away August 8, 2017. She was born in Saline County on June 16, 1930, to the late George and Dorothy Ashley Wilkerson. Mary was a member of the East End Baptist Church and retired from the Timex Corp.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 70 years, Oral J. Dortch; sons, Andy Dortch and Lloyd Ray Dortch; brothers, Harvey, Dewey and Irvin Wilkerson; and sister, Bonnie Vandiver. Mary is survived by her son, Dennis Dortch; daughters, Carolyn ( Buck) Herndon, Kathi ( Jim Bergemann) Williams and Becky ( Larry) Cossey; brothers, Melvin Wilkerson, James E. Wilkerson; sisters, Maggie McKinney, Marilyn Griffis, Sadie Perkins; eight grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; and three great- great- grandchildren.

Chapel services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 12 p. m. on Friday with burial to follow at Salem Cemetery in East End. Visitation will be Friday, 11 a. m. until 12 p. m. before service time. The family would like to express our sincere thanks to Hospice Home Care for the compassion and care extended to our mom. On- line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– IDA MARIE ELLIOTT, 81, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, transitioned on August 4, 2017. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Claudette Withers “Bo” and her parents, Marvin Bogan and Evelyn Smith Steele.

She leaves memories with her children, William Miller, Victor Miller, Angela Bookhard, Dana Molden ( Vonda), Teresa Waits ( Charles), and Annette Fairchild; sister: Bobbie Washington; and 17 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

Family Hour: Friday, August 11, 2017, 6- 7 p. m. at Robinson Mortuary, NLR, and Service: Saturday, August 12, 2107, 11 a. m. at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Highway, 365 South, Sweet Home, Ark., with Pastor Booker Davis officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 4511 East Broadway, North Little Rock. ( 501) 371- 0111.

––––– – –––– MILTON D. FORD transitioned from this earthly life to his Heavenly life with the Father on August 4, 2017, at the Blessed age 67 at his home. He was born September 27, 1949, in Little Rock, Ark., and raised in Jacksonville. He was well known in his early years for his phenomenal basketball skills being in countless news articles and winning numerous awards. That same extraordinary spirit of excellence propelled him into top positions as a salesman, real estate agent and bail bondsman until eventually starting his own business in 2004, Milton D. Ford Bail Bond Inc. From his business, he employed several agents and bonded thousands of people.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Frank and Jearldean Ford; one sister, Christine Fulton; and two nephews, Glen Ford Jr.

and Kenton Jackson. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children, Michele Curd, Cynthia ( Darrell) Maxwell, Anthony ( Linda) Upchurch, DaShonn ( Shannon) Ford and Douglas ( Lindsey) Ford; ex- wife, Belynda Jefferies; siblings Adrian Ford, Glen Ford Sr., Patsy ( Charles) Cole, Tena Jackson, Rosalyn ( Bill) Daniels; aunts Loleta Bea Sanders and Lenoria ( Sylvester) Watson; 14 grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.

He was an inspiration to many and made an impact on all that met him. He said what he meant and he meant what he said. His word was his bond.

Visitation August 12, 2017, 10 a. m. with service immediately following at 11 a. m. Both held at Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, 1400 S. Ringo Street, Little Rock. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, North Little Rock ( 501) 945- 9922. Online guestbook: www.superiorfuneralservices.com. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”

––––– – –––– GARY MICHAEL GAINES, 63, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017. He was born September 4, 1953, in Pulaski County to the late Patrick and Jane Gaines.

He is survived by his wife of thirty- five years, Glenda Gaines; daughters, Leslie Tullos ( Nicole Martin) and Sarah Griffin ( Ryan); son, Gary Michael Gaines II; brother, Cary Gaines; five grandchildren, Lindsey Loosey, Ryan, Peyton, and Presley Griffin, and Chloe Staggs; and great- granddaughter, Andrea Gilbert.

Visitation will be 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. Thursday, August 10, 2017, at Smith- North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street. Graveside service will be at 2 p. m. Friday, August 11, 2017, at Brents Cemetery, Cleveland, Ark. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– – –––– GRACE RENEE GARLAND, 57, of Little Rock, Arkansas, transitioned from this life on Sunday, August 6, 2017. She was born in Forrest City, Arkansas, on July 8, 1960, to loving parents Rufus and Nellie Patrick Sr.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Demetris Patrick; and her siblings, Mildred, William, Freddie, Lester, Effie and Pearlie. She is survived by her husband, Clifford Garland; her son, Kevin Garland; grandsons, Brandon, Garland and Malik Connors; siblings, Frank Patrick, Detroit, Mich., Rufus Patrick, Jr. ( Christy), Sacramento, Calif., Rudolph Patrick Sr. ( Jo Anne), Little Rock, Ark., Harry Patrick ( Linda), Little Rock, Ark., Gracie Hodge, Little Rock, Ark., and Raymond Patrick ( Evelyn), Columbus, Ohio; a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

Home going services will be Saturday, August 12, 2017, 12 noon, at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. ( 501) 372- 1305. Interment will follow at Rest In Peace Memorial Gardens, Hensley, Ark. Visitation Saturday, 11- 12 noon before the service, at the funeral home.

––––– – –––– BOB “THE BEAR” GILLIAM, 85, of Little Rock, passed away, August 3, 2017. He was born, July 31, 1932, to Dwight Lewis and Gladys Little Gilliam.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son, David Gilliam ( Vanessa); daughter, Priscilla Gilliam MacRae ( Holden); grandchildren, Tricia Schulze, Nathan Gilliam, Zachary Osborne, Micala Macrae Clark, Manali Macrae, Cameron Gilliam and Whitney Gilliam; and six great- great- grandchildren.

Memorial service will be 2 p. m., Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ, 10900 Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas. Read full obituary: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

––––– – –––– DOROTHY ROSE LEEHY HACKLER, 88, of North Little Rock went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2017. She was a member of the Levy United Methodist Church and worked as a legal secretary for the WL& J Law Firm for 44 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading and flower gardening.

Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 17 years, Harold Hackler; parents, Mr. & Mrs. A. H. Leehy; brother, Billy ( Muriel) Leehy; and longtime friend of 27 years, Jim Trent. She is survived by two daughters, Kay ( Frank) Barfield and Sharon Trent; three granddaughters, Angela ( Chris) Benight, Kim Barfield and Michelle Barfield; grandson, Jay ( Alissa) Rice; nine great- grandchildren; and many loving family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. on Thursday, August 10th at Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Rd., NLR.

Burial will follow at Edgewood Cemetery. Please sign the online register at www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

––––– – –––– RONALD JEFFREY, 63, of North Little Rock, Ark., departed this life peacefully on Friday August 4, 2017. He was preceded in death by son: Ronald Willis. He leaves to cherish his memories children: Regina ( Ray) Rhodes, Treece McFadden, Marcus Foley, and Reginald ( Carmen) Jeffrey; siblings: John ( Anna) Jeffrey, Michael Jeffrey, Carl ( Beverly) Goodman, Anita Hayes, Patsy ( Kip) Artis, Sandra ( Willie) Blue, and Jacqueline Dodson; 18 grandchildren. Visitation: August 11, 2017, 6- 7 p. m. at Superior.

Homegoing celebration August 12, 2017, 11 a. m. at Church Of Jesus Christ 8201 Edmar Place North Little Rock. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, North Little Rock ( 501) 9459922. Online guestbook www.superiorfuneralservices.com. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”

––––– – –––– RICHARD JOHN KILDUFF, 74, of Jacksonville died July 27, 2017. He was born April 26, 1943 in Hazelton, Pa., to the late Ardabelle Gerhard and Eugene Kilduff Jr. He served in the Army. Arrangements are in the care of Roller- Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209, ( 501- 455- 5800.

––––– – –––– MICHAEL ANTHONY PRATT, 65, of North Little Rock passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017. He was born February 18, 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Pratt; daughters, Tressa ( Roger) Elmore and Amanda Pratt; son, Chris Pratt; grandchildren, Shelby, Bailey and Dylan; great- grandchild, Lucy; mother, Claire Pratt; brother, Don ( Barbara) Pratt; and sister, Michelle Pratt. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Donald Pratt.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p. m. Thursday, August 10, 2017 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online register: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– – –––– MARY ELLEN “POLLY” THOMPSON, 97, of North Little Rock, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2017. She was born to Adolphus and Emma Carlisle on January 27, 1920 in East Point, Louisiana and moved to Little Rock with the advent of the 1927 flood.

A 1936 graduate of Little Rock High School, she attended Little Rock Junior College while employed at Bell Telephone Company. Polly met her late husband, Reed W. Thompson Sr., on a blind date, and they married in 1940. During the early years of their marriage, Mr. Thompson, an attorney, was with the FBI, and the couple lived in numerous places throughout the South, returning to Little Rock in 1946. A devoted wife and homemaker, she was always supportive of her husband, albeit reluctantly so during his forays into North Little Rock politics. Federal service again called, requiring Polly to continue her homemaking skills in Bangkok, Saigon, Manila, and Washington DC. Decorating her home was a passion in her later years, and she took full advantage of her neighbor, Tom Chandler, who lived across the street.

Polly lived independently until the age of 95 and then moved to Fox Ridge assisted living. She was a former president of the North Little Rock Junior Auxiliary and a member of First United Methodist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Reed W. Thompson Sr.; brother, Dr. Jack Carlisle of Shreveport, La.; daughtersin- law, Charma Thompson and Nancy Thompson; and her parents. She is survived by her son, Reed Thompson Jr.; grandchildren, Angela Jones, Reed Thompson III, Matthew Thompson, and Ryan Thompson; and four great- grandchildren, Mackenzie Jones, Drew Jones, Emma Thompson, and Jesse Thompson.

A private graveside service will be held at Rest Hills Memorial Park on Thursday, August 10, 2017. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 6701 JFK Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. 72116. An online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

––––– – –––– DONNA M. CLINKSCALE WHITMORE, 53, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Hospice Center. She was born to the late Orid Clinkscale Sr. and Mary Clinkscale on April 5, 1964.

Donna is survived by daughters, Caprisha ( Carl) Desmuke and Antionese Maxwell; sons, Ronnie Maxwell and John Caradine; six grandchildren; mother, Mary Clinkscale; sisters, Jannie Cotton, Cheryl Mack and Sheila Clinkscale; brothers, Johnny Banks, Craig ( Sheryl) Banks, Orid Clinkscale Jr. and Keith Jarrett.

Family Hour is Friday 6: 15- 7: 15 p. m. at Robinson Mortuary Little Rock. Homegoing Service is 12 noon, Saturday at New Zion Grove Baptist Church McAlmont Pastor Stephen T. Robinson officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark. ( 501) 371- 0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

––––– – –––– The world lost one of its most gentle souls on August 6, 2017, with the sudden passing of MEL ALLEN WHITNEY, age 65, of Jacksonville, Ark. Born December 19, 1951 in NE Ark., Mel grew up an avid duck hunter and willing to share his love of the sport with anyone wanting to hunt. Cremation services are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Arkansas. A celebration of life will be held Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 2 p. m. at A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Arkansas. A reception following the service will be held at McArthur Church, 3501 John Hardin Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jacksonville Friends of the Animals 217 S. Redman Rd. Jacksonville, Ark. 72076. www.jacksonvillefriendsoftheanimals.org. An online guestbook and full obituary is available at www. anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

Arkansas

BALD KNOB — Ronald Wayne Wilbanks Jr., 36, Bald Knob, died Friday. He was born October 23, 1980 in Little Rock. Survivors, his fiancée, Letitia Rutherford; sons, Ronald Wayne Wilbanks III, Landon Wilbanks Hendrix; brother, Steven; grandparents, JoAnn & Robert Wilbanks, Mary Duke. Graveside services, 10 a. m. Thursday, Fairplay Cemetery. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– BARLING — Vicky Marie ( Moore) Ballard of Barling and Batesville died Monday. Survivors: daughter, Brandy Marie Ballard of Lavaca; brother, Harvey Moore of Logansport, Ind.; sisters, Ruby Carter and Sue Marlin, both of Batesville. Graveside service: 10: 30 a. m., Thursday at Roselawn Cemetery, Batesville. Visitation: 10- 10: 30 at Roselawn Cemetery, prior to service. www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ batesville.

––––– – –––– BENTON — Sherry Ann Duncan, 66, of Benton, Arkansas passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017. She was born May 4, 1951 in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Memorial service: Saturday, August 12, 11 a. m., Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 3215 Coats Road, Benton, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Smith- Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– – –––– BENTON — Willett Hubbard Higgs was born to Willie and Virginia Hubbard of Pine Bluff, Ark. She departed August 2, 2017 at the Saline Memorial Hospice in Bryant, Ark. Visitation on Thursday, August 10, 2017, 1 p. m. – 4 p. m. at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. Funeral Service to be held on Friday, August 11, 2017, 1 p. m. at Elect Temple COGIC, 307 Johnson Street, Benton, Arkansas. Elder Karl Barnes, Pastor. She leaves to mourn: her children, Robert and Ricky Higgs, Lisa Higgs- Danner, Benton, Ark., Natoshia ( Andre) Smith, Hot Springs, Ark., Lasonyia Buckner, and Briana Higgs, Benton, Ark.; 18 grand and great grandchildren; sisters, Virginia Hubbard Harris and Evelyn Clark, Little Rock, Ark.; her brother, Harry ( Denise) Couch, Memphis, Tenn., and a host of other relatives and friends.

––––– – –––– BENTON — Edd John Todd, 72, of Benton, Arkansas passed away August 8, 2017. He was born October 14, 1944 in Maryland. Visitation: 10 a. m.- noon, Wednesday, August 9, 2017, Smith- Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Smith- Benton Funeral Home, certified Veterans Funeral Care provider. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

––––– – –––– BISMARCK — Sammie Hassen, age 68 of Bismarck, went to be with the Lord August 7, 2017. Sam was born March 6, 1949, the son of Sam and Elsie Smith Hassen in Jacksonville, Ark. He served in the U. S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of Bismarck Pentecostal Church.

He was preceded in death by his son, Chris Hassen, his parents, Sam and Elsie Hassen, and a brother, Ray Hassen. Sam is survived by his wife Joyce, and two sons, Sammy ( Brenda) Hassen, of Fort Smith, Ark., and Jasen ( Donna) Hassen of Cabot, Ark.; six grandchildren, Sammy, Jr. ( Jenny) Hassen, Amy ( Nick) Martin, Brent Estes, all of Fort Smith, Ark. He is also survived by one brother Thomas ( Geneva) Hassen of Cabot, Ark.; three sisters, Zelma ( Tim) Thurgood of Carlisle, Ark. Geneva Moore of Bismarck, Janie ( Carthel) Clark of Malvern, Ark.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was so loved and will be sorely missed by everyone.

The visitation will be 1 p. m. Friday, August 11, 2017 in the Ruggles Wilcox Funeral Home Chapel in Arkadelphia, with services following at 2 p. m. with Bro. Van Glidewell officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Bower Cemetery in Bismarck. Memorials may be made to the Bismarck Pentecostal Church. Sign his online guest book at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

––––– – –––– CABOT — Mark Stephen Otto, 46, of Cabot passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2017, surrounded by his family, fiancée and many dear friends. He lived life to the fullest and was bursting with happiness anticipating exciting new plans for the near future with his fiancée and family.

Mark loved sports, favoring the Cowboys, Cubs, Dodgers and, of course, the Razorbacks. He like to bet on ballgames and even Yahtzee games; a loss made him grumpy, a win elated. However, the cards were stacked against him in the game life dealt to him, though he gave it all he had and fought long and hard against his illnesses, keeping the pain and suffering mostly to himself.

He had two Labs, Katie and Nikki, that kept him company many years and they worshiped him. In his past he golfed a lot and two dear friends took him to the course on what would be his last outing. He enjoyed the yearly fishing trips on the Little Red, going to the Derby, a Vegas trip to see Jermain Taylor, all with lifelong friends. He and his loving and caring fiancée, Christine, were able to enjoy dining out before his health failed. He liked hosting a Shrimp Boil and was planning a “feast” when he got back home.

Mark was so thankful to manage to walk the Senior Walk with Jacob and to attend his graduation. He was proud that Jacob was starting college. Mark was a dear son and father, a loving fiance’e and a great friend to many. Some said he was their best friend. We shall miss you, Dear One.

A gathering in Mark’s memory will be held Friday, August 11th from 6- 8 p. m. at Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road, NLR. Online Guestbook www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

––––– – –––– CAMDEN — Lisa Joyce Eiland, age 46, of Camden, Arkansas passed away on August 6, 2017. She was born on September 10, 1970 in El Dorado, Arkansas to Charles and Joyce Ponder.

She is preceded in death by her mother Joyce Ponder. Lisa is survived by her son, Seth Eiland of Camden, Arkansas; her father, Charles Ponder of Chidester, Arkansas; a spouse, Kenneth Canada of Camden, Arkansas; two step- daughters, Melanie Kidd and Kristi Canada both of Camden, Arkansas; a grandson, Micah Kidd of Camden, Arkansas; her sister, Debra Myers and brother, Charles Jones Jr. both of Camden, Arkansas and her adopted sister, Lisa Wood of Bearden, Arkansas.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Arkansas. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 2 p. m. at Thrive Church, 2217 S. Adams Avenue, Camden, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital or Make a Wish. An online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

––––– – –––– CLARENDON — Mary Turner Fox Jones, 85, died Monday. Survivors, husband, Thomas Jones; daughters, Mary Fox Bauman, Judy Fox Bauman; step- son, Jay Jones; three grandchildren; one great- grandchild; siblings, Jo Umholtz, Joan Matthews, Paula Huge, Cecil and Michael Turner. Visitation, Thursday 1 p. m., services 2 p. m., Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, De Valls Bluff, Ark. Guestbook/ obit www.bobnealandsons.com.

––––– – –––– CONWAY — Sherman Earnest, 52, Conway, Ark., departed this life on August 1, 2017. He was born on April 14, 1965 in Little Rock, Ark., to the late Eddie Lee and Gloria Dean ( Parks) Earnest.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Wright Earnest of Conway, Ark.; two daughters, Shernea and Sierra Earnest, both of Conway, Ark.; two sisters, Marie Booth of Alexander, Ark., and Donna Marie Earnest of Little Rock, Ark.; four brothers, Eddie Earnest of Humphrey, Ark.; Tony Earnest of North Little Rock, Ark.; Verlander Parris of Holly Grove, Ark., and Billy Ray Parris of Humphrey, Ark.

Funeral services 1 p. m., Friday, August 11, 2017, Greater Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, 601 Spruce Street, Conway. Visitation Thursday, August 10, 2017 1 p. m.- 6 p. m. at the funeral home. Interment Robinson Cemetery, Conway. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, 910 Walnut St., Conway, Ark. 501- 327- 1124. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

––––– – –––– CONWAY — Rhonda L. Howard passed away Thursday, August 3, 2017. She was born October 23, 1952 in Wichita Falls, Texas, to the late Virgil Gene and Wylodene Faulk Riley. Rhonda was also preceded in death by her step- son, Craig Howard.

Rhonda was employed at Teletype Corporation for many years until her retirement. She loved all animals, especially her cats and her dog. Rhonda was a very giving and unselfish person and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Rhonda is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Steve; brother, Alan Riley ( Kim) of Springfield, Ark.; sister, Daphney Juarez- Riley of Little Rock, Ark.; six nephews, and nine great nephews and nieces.

Visitation will be held from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. Thursday August 10th at Roller- McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Faulkner County, P. O. Box 1055, Conway, Ark. 72033. Online guest book: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ conway.

––––– – –––– DUMAS — Willie Edward Kirtley, 90, of Dumas died August 7, 2017 in Dumas. He was born September 8, 1926 in Yell County. Visitation: Friday, August 11, Griffin Funeral Home from 5- 7 p. m. and service: Saturday, First Baptist Church, Dumas, 2 p. m. burial, Walnut Lake Cemetery. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas. May sign guestbook www.griffinfh.com.

––––– – –––– HENDERSON — Col. Tommie Walker Sr. died August 8. Visitation 5 p. m. to 8 p. m. on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at First Assembly of God in Mountain Home. Funeral at First Assembly of God on Friday, August 11, 017 at 10 a. m. with Pastor Micah Wells officiating. Burial Custer- Herron Cemetery. www.connerfamilyfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– HOT SPRINGS — Charles D. Cramer, 80, of Hot Springs, passed away Friday, August 4, 2017. Memorial service will be Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 6: 30 a. m. at VFW Post 2278, 2231 East Grand Avenue, Hot Springs, Ark. 71901. Arrangements were entrusted to Gross Funeral Home.

––––– – –––– HOT SPRINGS — Heather Michelle Nazario, 38, Hot Springs, died Sunday. Survivors: sons, Marcus Cook and Matthew Marteney; daughters, Megan Pratt and Melanie Marteney; mother, Peggy Pulliam and husband Duane; sisters, Amanda Casey and Jennifer Hanien and step- brother, Brandon Pulliam. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Guest book, www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– LONDON — Jessica Lauren ( Ketcheside) Taylor entered this world on a bright Spring morning, March 24th, 1981. Jessie came as a surprise and lived her life as so, loving to show up unannounced with an enormous smile and a contagious laugh, most likely accompanied by chocolate.

She will be greatly missed by the many lives she touched during her time here.

A service to celebrate her life will be held at Humphrey Chapel in Russellville on Wednesday, August 9th at 10 a. m. Internet obituary and online guestbook may be viewed at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

––––– – –––– MELBOURNE — John Francis “Jack” Clavey, 73, died August 6. Visitation: Friday, August 11 from 6- 8 p. m. at Eddie’s Family Funeral Home in Melbourne. Local survivors: Ann Clavey ( wife), Dallas Moser, L. D. Moser, Hank Moser, Almeda Gaston ( brothers and sister- in- law). Funeral service to be held in Illinois on August 14.

––––– – –––– MENA — J. D. “Jay” Powell Jr., 72, of Mena passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 in Mena. Memorial will be Saturday, August 12, 2017, 2 p. m. at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church in Mena under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

––––– – –––– PARAGOULD — Mr. Fred Ray Westmoreland, 86, of Paragould, formerly of Parkin, died on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Funeral services are 10 a. m., Friday, August 11, 2017 at Thompson- Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park. Visitation is 6 to 8 p. m., Thursday, August 10, 2017.

––––– – –––– PERRY — Jimmie Laverne ( Spence) Sharp, age 85, of Perry, Arkansas went to her heavenly home on August 8, 2017.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Milford Sharp; daughters, Nancy and Danny Bunton, Martha and Terry Bull, and Judy and Bobby Hammons, all of Perry, Arkansas; grandchildren, Krystal Hammons, Casey and Mark Rucker, Charlie Hammons, Brad and Rachel Bull, Stephanie and James Risner, Chelsey Bull; great- grandchildren, Chloe and Drake Anderson, Lexie and Olivia Bull, Gunner Rhoads and Annabelle Rucker. She is also survived by her sisters, Shirley Bean Crawford and Ralph, Mary Mathews; brother, William Spence and sister in law, Joyce and Pete Evans.

She was the daughter of the late Charlie “C. C.” and Edna Jones Spence and sister of the late Charlene Atkinson, Nelda Williams, Clara Tatum, and Anna Mae “Buck” Fortson. She is survived by many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

She was a devoted and loving Christian wife, mother and grandmother, “Nanny” to her grandchildren. She had a generous heart. She taught her children by being an example of a virtuous woman. She had a kind and gentle spirit and loved everyone. She was a faithful reader of God’s Word and believed in the power of prayer. She was a member of Oppelo First Baptist Church and loved her church family. She enjoyed cooking, canning food from the garden and spoiling her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She worked at Soundcraft Systems atop Petit Jean Mountain for years, after working at the Garment Factory.

Funeral services will be held at Oppelo First Baptist Church on Thursday, August 10th at 10 a. m. Bro. Gene Tanner and Bro. Mike Atkinson will be officiating. Family visitation will be at Harris Funeral Home in Morrilton, Arkansas on Wednesday, August 9th from 6 to 7 p. m. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Pallbearers will be James Evans, Jerry Spence, Gary Fortson, Steve Spence, Jim Atkinson, David Reynolds and Richard Bean.

Memorials may be made to Oppelo First Baptist Church Food Pantry, 304 Highway 9, Oppelo, Arkansas 72110. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

––––– – –––– PINE BLUFF — Mr. Charles Edwin Dorn, 68, of Pine Bluff passed Thursday, August 3, 2017. Funeral Services will be 11 a. m., Thursday, August 10, 2017, at New St. Hurricane Missionary Baptist Church, by Rev. Derick Easter. Interment will be in St. Hurricane Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff.

––––– – –––– PINE BLUFF — Bettye Hood Howsen, 72, of Pine Bluff, formerly of Cabot, died Monday, August 7, 2017. A celebration of Bettye’s life with be held Friday, August 11, 2017, 10 a. m. at Fuller Hale- South Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday, 6- 8 p. m. at Fuller Hale- South. For complete obituary information and online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

––––– – –––– PINE BLUFF — Clarence Dwayne Milner, 86, of Pine Bluff, died Friday, July 14, 2017. Survivors: wife, Ivy; daughter, Laura Clement; son, Thomas; three grandchildren; two great- grandsons; brother, Thomas Milner Jr.; sisters, Patsy Reed and Peggy Perrone. Service: 10 a. m., Saturday, in Robinson’s Chapel. Visitation: Saturday, 1 p. m. until service at Robinson’s. www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

––––– – –––– PRATTSVILLE — Earnestine Cooper, 90, of Prattsville, Arkansas transitioned on August 4, 2017. Loving memories are left to her children, Lorine ( David) Davis, Charles McCollum of Little Rock, Roberta ( Curtis) Corbin, Pine Bluff, Rubye ( Ronnie) Watson, Jacksonville, Allen ( Tiffany) Cooper, Benton; 25 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren, four great- great- grandchildren. Visitation, Friday, 5- 7 p. m., Hubble Chapel; Celebration of Life, 1 p. m., Saturday, August 12, 2017, First Baptist Rockport, 530 J. N. McCollum Drive, Malvern, Arkansas, 72104. Funeral Services entrusted to the legacy, Hubble Funeral Home, 501- 374- 3134, 1213 East Washington Avenue, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114, “Serving you with professional care since 1900”, www.hubblefuneralhome.co.

––––– – –––– SEARCY — Anna Frances Phillips, 84, of Searcy, went to be with the Lord, August 7th. Frances was born on August 10, 1932, in Calhoun County, Arkansas to the late Francis Ryx and Dessie Mae ( Ables) Clay.

She is survived by one son; Ronald W. Phillips, five brothers; James Clay ( Ernie) of Georgia, Walter Clay ( Cheryl) of Arkansas, Roy Clay ( Margie) of California, Charles Clay of Arkansas, and Gene Clay ( Carolyn) of Georgia.

Frances was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kensett. She was an R. N. at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, and a loving mother and wife. Frances will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband of over 63 years, Ben W. Phillips, one son; Michael D. Phillips, and one brother; Joe Clay.

Visitation will be August 10th from 1 to 2 p. m. at Kensett First Baptist Church. A funeral service will be August 10th at 2 p. m. at Kensett First Baptist Church. All funeral services entrusted to SearcyMcEuen.

––––– – –––– SEARCY — Hilda Nell Yarbrough, 83, of Searcy passed away Monday, August 7th at Unity Health. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 9th from 1- 2 p. m. at Searcy- McEuen Funeral Home. Funeral services will start at 2 p. m. at Searcy- McEuen Chapel. Burial will be at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. Share A Memory: www.searcymceuenfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– SHERIDAN — Tammy Benton McClure, 46, of Sheridan, Arkansas died Monday. Survivors: sons, Jonathan, Austin; brother, Clay; mother, Annette; grandmother, Annie. Funeral: 2 p. m. Thursday, August 10, 2017 Chapel. Burial: Lost Creek Cemetery. Visitation: 1 p. m. until service time. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, Sheridan ( 870) 942- 1306. www. memorialgardenssheridan. com.

––––– – –––– STAR CITY — Patricia Ann Layne Hatfield, 66, of Star City, died Tuesday at Lincoln Heights Healthcare in Star City. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Roselawn Funeral Service & Crematory in Pine Bluff. Online guestbook at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.

––––– – –––– WHEATLEY — Sharon Faye Fiveash, 70, of Wheatley, Arkansas passed away August 6, 2017. There will be a graveside service at McCurley Cemetery, Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 1 p. m. Roller- Citizens Funeral Home. ( 870) 735- 1000.

––––– – –––– WYNNE — Ms. Mae Hand, 74, of Wynne, Arkansas died on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at her home. Funeral services are 11 a. m., Thursday, August 10, 2017 at Wynne First Assembly of God. Visitation is 5 to 7 p. m., Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the church. www.thompsonwilsonfh.com.

Out- of- state

ROANOKE, Va. — Georgia Covington, 73, of Roanoke, Va. passed August 1, 2017. She served as First Lady at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Martinsburg, W. Va., Alconbury Independent Baptist Church, Little Stuckeley, England and Victory Independent Baptist Church, Roanoke, Va.

Loving memories left to her husband of 52 years, Pastor Foster S. Covington; daughter: Tahlia Israel, Roanoke, Va.; sons: Kim Covington, Dallas, Texas, Keith Covington, U. S. Navy stationed in Guam, USA; sisters: Hazel Black, Vera Parker, Gwendolyn Parker, and Maude Clark, all of North Little Rock, Ark.; aunts Rose ( Norman) Moore, Rancho Cucamonga and Altha Parker, North Little Rock, Ark.; two precious grandchildren: Mikayla and Jayden Windsor, Roanoke, Va.

Visitation August 10, 2017, 6- 7 p. m. at Superior. Homegoing celebration August 11, 2017, 11 a. m. at Jacksonville Baptist Temple, 520 Marshall Rd., Jacksonville, Ark. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, North Little Rock ( 501) 945- 9922. Online guestbook www.superiorfuneralservices.com. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”