Pulaski County

MICHAEL “MIKE” CLAUSSEN was born to Thomas and Kathleen Claussen, October 24th, 1958, in

Little Rock, Ark.

He graduated from North Little

Rock Ole Main

High School in

1977 and then went on to receive a Mathematics degree from Harding University and an Engineering degree from the University of Arkansas. He worked as an engineer for Century Tube and Central Moloney in Pine Bluff, Ark.

He leaves as his legacy two children and one grandchild: Natalie Claussen, Laura Rittenhouse (Andrew Rittenhouse), and Jude Rittenhouse. He also leaves to cherish his memory two siblings: Karen Powell (Vince Powell) and Randy Claussen (Karla Claussen). His children remember him as a loving, goofy, and Godly man. He loved his family, golf, and the Razorbacks. He was preceded in death by William Claussen (paternal grandfather), Wanda Belle Claussen (paternal grandmother), EL McDonald (maternal grandfather), and Sarah Kathryn McDonald (maternal grandmother).

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research in tribute to Mike Claussen. The website is: https://www.michaeljfox.org.

Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, October 20th, 2018, at 10 a.m. and service at 11 a.m. at SmithNorth Little Rock Funeral Home. Bro. Steve Monk will officiate the service. Burial will be in Edgewood Memorial Park. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– CHARLES DONALD GRANT passed away peacefully on October 19, 2018. He was born on February

9, 1934, in England, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents,

Jeff and Nellie

Jane Grant and two sisters, Betty

Allen and Carolyn McKnight. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ruth Ann; son, Thomas Kirkpatrick (Kiemtuyet) and daughters, Katherine Halstead (Ronnie) and Nancy David (Clayton). He had four grandchildren, Katrina Halstead, Matthew Halstead, Lorna Kirkpatrick and Rachel David and three great-grandchildren, Jackson, Shelby, and Bailey Ross. He is also survived by sisters, Tollie Ingle, Virgina Grant and Patsy Lloyd and many nieces and nephews.

Charles spent 41 years in the corrugated box industry — most of those years a supervisor at Hoerner Box. He was a veteran in the U.S. Army. Charles was a member of Geyer Springs 1st Baptist Church for many years. He never met a stranger and will be missed by so many.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Monday, October 22, 2018, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home followed by burial at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be 3-5 p.m., Sunday, October 21, 2018, at the funeral home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal. SUE BALDWIN LACKIE of North Little Rock, Ark., passed into eternal life on October 19, 2018, at the age of 91. Sue was born on January 14, 1927, in Carlisle, Arkansas, to Zollie B. “Doc” and Alla Mae Glover Baldwin. In 1945, she met and married the love of her life, Raymond J. Lackie Sr. Their love and devotion to each other was the beautiful foundation of their 54 years of marriage.

Moving to North Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1954, Sue cherished her role as a wife and mother. She served her community as a volunteer at Baptist and Memorial Hospitals, the NLR Community Center, numerous PTA leadership positions, Cub Scout Den Mother, March of Dimes neighborhood chairman and as President of the Home Economics Club. She was a steadfast member of Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church and the Crusaders Sunday School class. With a spirit of generosity, Sue never hesitated to share her time, talent and treasure. She enjoyed teaching the Kindergarten Class, serving on the Council of Ministries, and as a soprano soloist in the Chancel Choir, her beautiful voice and love of music was enjoyed by many. For her years of service to the United Methodist Women’s organization, she was honored as a recipient of their “Lifetime Service” award. Sue loved serving others and was active in Gardner’s community outreach programs, the Clothes Closet, the Food Pantry and with her husband, was on the founding committee of Gardner’s Annual Fish Fry, which goes on to this day. It was said by many, “If the doors were open at Gardner, Sue was there!”

Sue was very proud of her three “boys” and their families. She loved by always finding the time to “be there” and thus, with a lady’s grace full of enthusiasm, great patience and enjoyment, attended countless music and theatrical performances, Scouting programs and athletic events all around the country.

Most importantly, during those difficult and painful times that life brings, when you need someone to be by your side, “Mama Sue” was there. Through the years, many folks lovingly called her “Mama Sue,” as they were touched by her tender care or as an expression of her love and appreciation had received one of her fabulous coconut crème pies, chocolate cakes or a special batch of cookies.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond J. Lackie Sr. She is survived by her three sons — Jackie Lackie (Vicki) of Little Rock, Ark., Jimmy Lackie (Margie) and Joe Lackie of Memphis, Tenn.; four grandchildren — Josh Lackie (Shea), Jana Lackie Tayloe (Trip), and Taylor Lackie (Catherine) all of Memphis, Tenn., and Chloe Lackie Zingaro (Joe) of Dallas, Texas; and seven great-grandchildren — Kaki Lackie, Eva Lackie, Kreider Tayloe, Hampton Tayloe, Lele Tayloe, Page Lackie and Luke Zingaro.

The Lackie family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to those that provided such tender care of Mama Sue as her health declined, Dr. Debra Coplan of Hope Primary Care and the attendants from Stellar Home Care, especially Claire Evans.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, October 23rd at Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church, 1723 Schaer Street, North Little Rock, Ark. Visitation will follow immediately after the service in the Fellowship Hall. Interment will be at the Carlisle Cemetery, Carlisle, Ark., at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to: Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church or the charity of the donor’s choice. ––––– ––––– THOMAS WALLACE (WALLY) McKENZIE, 67, passed away Monday, October 8, 2018, in Little Rock. A memorial service celebrating Wally’s life will be held Sunday, October 21, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Highway Church of Christ in Benton. All are welcome to attend. Cremation Services of Arkansas (501) 313-5431. www.cremationservicesofarkansas.com. WANDA SUE (MORGAN) ROWLAND on October 17, 2018, began experiencing the immeasurable joy of being in the presence of her

Lord and Savior.

Those who knew her, know what

Jesus has already said to her–“Well done, my good and faithful servant …”

She was born in Roland, Arkansas, in the year 1930 to Will and Suda Morgan. She was introduced to Jesus at Roland Baptist Church at the age of 13. She became a member of Natural Steps Baptist Church in 1952.

She is survived by one son, Wallace H. Rowland Jr. (Alexis) with sons, Morgan Stripling (Leann) and Nathan Stripling; great-grandchildren: Haley, Eva, Isaiah and Jonathan Stripling; two daughters: Ruth Presley (Don) with children, David Presley (Kristin) and Alesha White (Josey); and great-grandchildren: Davis, Dawson, Savannah Presley; Josifaye and Presley White; Sharon Ragsdale with son, Steven Ragsdale (Nicole) and grandson, Ezekiel Barrett Ragsdale. Wanda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Wallace H. Rowland Sr.; parents: Will and Suda Morgan and nine siblings and their spouses: Lucille Huffstutlar (Roy), Verla Hoaglin (Cliff), Theron Morgan (Marie), Margaret Johnston (Dale), Vera Fletcher (Trois), Floy Helen Reynolds (Winifred), Jake Morgan (Betty), Jewell Morgan, Billy Morgan (Dawna).

Celebration service will be at Natural Steps Baptist Church, 12011 Hwy. 300, Roland, Arkansas, on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at 11 a.m. with a visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ chenal. BILL GORDON SINGLETON, 75, of North Little Rock, passed away October 16, 2018.

Born in Kenova,

West Virginia, to the late Paul and

Elsie Atkins Singleton, he was a Vietnam veteran, honorably discharged from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant First

Class. His passion was serving God. He retired as pastor of Liberty Fellowship Church, began the Amboy Food Pantry in North Little Rock, counseled students, worked in the prison ministry, and was very community minded. He was also a professional wrestler known as the “Masked Medic.”

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Virginia Haynes Singleton; sons, Frank Kevin Singleton (Tina) of Cabot, Paul Todd Singleton (Leslie) of Sherwood, Darin Scott Key (Elizabeth) of North Little Rock and Stacy Duane Key (April) of Apache, Oklahoma; daughters, Susan Annette Pay (Bill) of Cabot and Holly Melissa Clark (Walker) of Little Rock; and sister, Sheila Lyn Parker of West Virginia. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Courtney Clark (Brittney), Melissa Lemay, Nichole Singleton, Lorin Furman (Tony), Shane Dreher, Stephanie Singleton, Hunter Clark, Amanda Williams, Sheldon Key, Payten Taylor, Shelby Nash and Coryanne Morgan; 11 great-grandchildren, Emma, Michael, Maddie, Blake, Sophia, Karson, Madden, Ayden, Hunter, Ainslee and J.P.; and two nephews, Joseph “Joe” Parker (Chrissie) and Ron Haynes (Shelly).

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 21, from 2-4 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Services will be Monday, October 22, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, officiated by Bro. Ray Williams, Bro. Keith Lape, Pastor Tony Minick and Janet Ward. Interment with Military Honors will be Tuesday, October 23, at 10 a.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gideons International, one’s favorite food pantry or charity.

Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Singleton’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.