Pulaski County

PATRICIA CROHEN BENSON was born Aug. 2, 1929 and transitioned Nov. 21, 2018. She was the first of 5 children born to parents William and Pearl Crohen of Findlay,

Ohio. She was followed into the world a few minutes later by her twin sister, Margaret. Over the next years, her sisters, Janie and Susie came along, and then brother, William. Her husband of 52 years, Daniel Benson; her parents; and sisters, Margaret Maine and Susie Meter predeceased her. She is survived by 5 children who love and honor her, Deborah Benson Steinbeck of Denver, Colo.; Leigh Ann Benson of La Jolla, Calif.; Daniel Patrick Benson of Little Rock, Ark.; Elizabeth Lynn Benson of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.; and Kirk Anthony Benson of Jacksonville, Ark. She has 13 grandchildren who adore her and 5 great-grandchildren with more to come, to whom she will be a legend.

She fell in love and married the love of her life, Daniel F. Benson, and remained in love for 52 years until he passed at 73. She spent a lifetime raising children and following her husband as he moved for business until they settled in Conway, Ark., 40 years ago. He opened Benson Pump Company with his sons, and it is still thriving after 33 years.

Patricia “Patti Pearl” is a shining example of how one person can make a difference. She has touched countless lives, and although her light no longer shines here in this world, a bright new light now shines in the heavens. In each place she moved her family, she became active in charity. She was active in Catholic charities. She rang

the bell for the Salvation Army, brought bibles for incarcerated men, and was instrumental in the inception of Renewal Ranch and many more personal good works. Her life was one to be celebrated, as she lived it to the fullest. She considered herself fortunate to have the life she had in spite of all the physical and emotional obstacles she battled through. She was a remarkable woman, as anyone whose life she touched would attest. Her family is proud to claim such a fine woman as family.

There will be a small, private service for the family. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Renewal Ranch, 75 Lake Drive, Houston, Ark. 72070. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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JAMES CALVIN BLISSETT, age 70, of Sherwood, passed away Nov. 20. He was born on Oct. 1,

1948, to D.P. and

Maudie Holland

Blissett.

James is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters,

Carolyn Reed and Barbara

Allen. He is survived by nephews, Mike Reed of Sherwood and John Reed of Cabot, and a sister, Margaret Beasley, along with many great-nieces and nephews.

The family would also like to formally thank Jeff and Brenda Bradley, along with their daughter Brittany Bradley, for the many years of care, compassion and love they gave James.

A visitation will be held Saturday, Nov. 24, at Gravel Ridge Cemetery at 2:30 p.m., and immediately following will be a graveside service at 3 p.m. Arrangements are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Ark. (501) 982-3400. His online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– JACQUELYN ANN BLUNDELL, 30, went to be with the Lord Nov. 19, 2018.

She was born on

Aug. 11, 1988 in

Little Rock, Ark., to Jackie Daughenbaugh and

Delina Wooten. Jacquelyn was a very loving person; she was always doing for others. She enjoyed hunting and fishing and raising her blue-ribbon chickens and her dogs.

She was preceded in death by her father. Jacquelyn is survived by her mother, Delina Wooten; one sister, Stevie Blundell; three brothers, David Holder, Ronald Holder (Hannah), and Jeremy Daughenbaugh; and a host of loving family and friends.

A visitation will be held Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Roller Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway. A Celebration of Life will follow at 2 p.m. Pastor Stan Payne will officiate. Please share your memories of Jacquelyn at www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– ZORA ANN BOWMAN, 88, of Little Rock, Ark., died Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018.

She was born

Jan. 8, 1930, in

Little Rock. She was a member of the Windsong Church of

Christ. She was a member of the

Eastern Star.

She worked for the Mayor of Little Rock, Mr. Merriweather, for many years, and then raised two daughters. She graduated from UALR, as this was one of her goals to further her education. She was a graduate of Central High School, and she attended many high school reunions. She was predeceased by her parents, Zell Love Kennedy and James Love; her son, James Lawrence Bowman; her loving husband of 59 years, Raleigh “Buddy” Lawrence Bowman; and her sister, Jackie Jones.

She is survived by her daughters, Deborah Bowman and Kathryn Bowman; her grandson, Britton Jackson Nation; and many friends.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in the chapel of Pinecrest Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at noon. Burial will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Willard Walker Hospice, 325 E. Longview St., Fayetteville, Ark. 72703. https://www.wregional.com/hospice/willard-walker-hospice-home.aspx.

Please share your messages of love, comfort and support with Zora’s family at www. pinecrestmemorialpark.com.

–––––❖––––– PHILLIP WADE DAVIS, 47, of Little Rock, Ark., passed away Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 at his residence.

Wade was born on April 27, 1971 in El Dorado, Ark. While living in Magnolia, he was a member of Central Baptist Church. He was known as “Boss Hog” to his friends, an avid sports fan of the Razorbacks, Cubs, and Bears, and an outdoors-man.

Wade was preceded in death by his sister, Christy Rene (Davis) O’Donnell, and grandparents, Jessie Wade and Adecial (Williams) Davis and Robert “Pete” and Helen (Saunders) Vaughn.

He is survived by his parents, Phillip J. and Dru Ann (Vaughn) Davis; sister, Rebecca Hipp and husband Michael of Memphis, Tenn., and their children Morgan Rene Hipp, Cooper Wade Hipp, and Mia Claire Hipp; brother-inlaw, Sam O’Donnell and wife Stacey

of Magnolia, Ark., and their children Austin O’Donnell, Shelby O’Donnell, Dalton O’Donnell, Macy Rudd, and Gaston Rudd; four-legged companion Murphy; and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 at the Lewis Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Eric Goble officiating. Burial will follow at the Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. in Magnolia, Ark. Visitation will be held Saturday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

To sign the online guest book or to share a memory, visit www. lewisfuneralhome.biz.

–––––❖––––– PATRICIA ANN HART, 63, of Wrightsville, Ark., departed this life Sunday,

Nov. 18, 2018.

She is survived by her sister,

Betty Jean Randolph; nephews, Christopher

(Pat) Gray, Carl

Gray, and Vernon (Stephanie) Johnson; niece,

Mary Virden; aunt, Veline Harris; other nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Funeral service: 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, First Baptist Church, 16411 AR-365, Wrightsville, Ark. 72183, Rev. Michael Hansberry, Pastor. Visitation, 2-6 p.m. Friday, Hubble Memorial Chapel. Services entrusted to Hubble Funeral Home, (501) 374-3134. “Serving you with professional care since 1900.” www.hubblefuneralhome. co.

–––––❖––––– RICKEY EARL HOWARD, of Little Rock, departed this life on Nov. 20, 2018.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018 at Buie Funeral Home in Sheridan.

Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018 in Salem Cemetery in East End.

Arrangements by Buie Funeral Home of Sheridan. (870) 942-3231. Please sign the online guestbook at www.buiefuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– COREY TIEWON JACKSON, 44, of Little Rock, was born March 27, 1974 and passed Nov.

16, 2018. Survived by mother, Katherine

Jones; daughter, Dalmeshia Jackson; and granddaughter, Ma’Kinley Murphy. He is also survived by five brothers and three sisters. Services entrusted to Gunn Funeral Home - Little Rock, Ark.

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LULA MAE KRIPPENDORF, 88, of Little Rock, left her earthly home for her Heavenly Home

Nov. 21, 2018.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and sister. She was a member of Chicot Road

Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Lula Mae Brewer, and dad, John “Jack” Henry Kumpe; husband of fifty-five years, Carl H. Krippendorf; her daughter, Brenda VanPelt; and many siblings.

Her memories will be cherished by her two sons, Bruce Krippendorf (Karen) and Wayne Krippendorf (Geraldean); daughter, Joan Fuhrmann (Pete); four granddaughters, Karla VanPelt, Kimberly and Christy Krippendorf, and Brittany Fuhrmann; three great-grandchildren, Dylan Krippendorf, Payton Oliver, and Caysen Metcalf; and sister, Betty Turnage.

A visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23 at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. The funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24 at the funeral home with burial at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the DREAMS Program (Deaf Readiness for Employment to Achieving Maximum Success) with Goodwill Industries of Arkansas, ATTN: DREAMS Program, 7400 Scott Hamilton Drive, Suite 50, Little Rock, Ark. 72209, in her memory.

Online guestbook at www. SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– LATIJA “TY” LUCKEY, 19, of Little Rock passed away Saturday, Nov. 17,

2018. She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Larry

Luckey, Jr. and

LaTara Luckey; siblings, Lamecia Luckey, Semecia Howard,

Antwon Smith, Alashiea Luckey, and Kawon Love; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, 1 p.m. at Greater Paradise Covenant Church, 3023 West 12th St. The family will receive friends today from 7:15-8:15 p.m. at the funeral home. Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 5300 West 12th St., (501-3724129). To sign the online guestbook, visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com.

Arkansas

BENTON — Ida Lee Duplissey, age 90, of Benton, Ark., passed away Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.

Services provided by Arkansas Cremation. www.arkansascremation.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Sandra “Sandy” Gail Stewart, age 54, of Benton, formerly of Monticello, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018 at her home. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.

–––––❖––––– BISMARCK — Cecil Wayne Thomason, 54, of Bismarck, died Wednesday.

Graveside service 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 at DeRoche Cemetery in Bismarck. No visitation is planned. Memorials to DeRoche Cemetery Fund.

Final arrangements are entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia. Visit www. welchfh.net to sign the guest book.

–––––❖––––– BRINKLEY — Roy Leslie Brann, 78, died Tuesday. Survivors: sons, Kyle and Kirk Brann; daughter, Kipp Williams; 7 grandchildren; brother, Travis Brann; and sisters, Mildred McGraw, Mary Jackson, Ann Derrick and Gladys Skinner. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Friday at Brinkley First Baptist Church. Funeral Services: 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. www.bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– BRINKLEY — Angela Hinton (86) of Brinkley, died Wednesday. Survivors: sons, Steve Hinton and Lindon Hinton (Trish); brothers, Joe Wiesle and Clarence (Peggy) Wiesle; sister, Polly Willcut; 5 grandchildren.

Visitation: Friday, 6-7 p.m.; Rosary, 7 p.m. Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home, Brinkley.

Funeral Mass: 10 a.m., St. John the Baptist Church. Burial, Calvary Cemetery Sunday.

Obit/guestbook: www.bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– BRYANT — William Jared Moore, 36, of Bryant passed away Friday,

Nov. 16, 2018.

He was born

July 14, 1982 in

Little Rock, Ark.

He enjoyed golfing, was an avid sports fan and especially loved the Razorbacks.

He was a 2001 graduate of Jacksonville High School.

William is survived by his father, William L. Moore and mother, Vanita Odom Moore; siblings, Lisa Spencer (Matthew) and Jacob Lea; half-brother, Logan Moore; nephews, Lucas and Logan; his grandmother, Melba Odom; and many friends and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Carliss Odom.

A graveside tribute will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018 at Rest Hills Memorial Park, NLR. Arrangements by Smith – North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– CARLISLE — Bobby Gene Wilson, 81, of Carlisle, Ark., passed away on Nov. 21, 2018. He was born to Henry and Ever on June 6, 1937 in Carlisle, Ark.

Bobby worked as a cabinet maker for many years and retired in 1999.

He enjoyed woodworking, camping, and hunting.

Bobby met Connie Branch in 1957. They were married on June 5, 1959. Together, they raised two “Damn Boys,” Dennis Keith and Douglas Bryan.

Bobby is survived by Juanita Kinkead, sister; Dennis Wilson, son; Douglas Wilson (Carol), son; Elise Willis (Jerry), sister-in-law; Katy Smith (Chris), granddaughter; Lauren Hawthorne (Daniel), granddaughter; Karsyn and Kori Smith, great-granddaughters; Cooper Hawthorne, great-grandson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Ever Wilson; wife, Connie Ruth Branch Wilson; 3 brothers; and 3 sisters.

The family has entrusted Boyd Funeral Home with the arrangements. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 23 from 6-8 p.m. at Boyd Funeral Home. Graveside service to take place on Saturday, Nov. 24 at 3 p.m. at Carlisle Cemetery. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

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DES ARC — On Nov. 20, 2018, in the comfort of his home, Riley Seevers ran into the arms of his saviour, Jesus Christ.

Riley was born in Des Arc on Aug. 22nd, 1933 to Annie Vaughn Seevers and Jim Ellis Seevers.

He joined the Air Force July 13, 1951, and fought in the Korean and Vietnam wars. His tour of duties were many. After twenty years of service to his country, he retired July 31, 1971. He gave his life to the Lord and was called to preach while in the service. In 1976, he began farming until he retired from farming in the early 90’s and served for one term as Prairie County Sheriff. For his entire life, Riley was a loving husband and father and devoted to serving Jesus and his country.

Riley is preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother; 5 sisters; his daughter, Kim McGuire; and his wife, Alice Jo Seevers.

He has left behind his daughter, Cyndi Anderson; 2 sons, Keith (Cyndi) Seevers and Aaron Seevers; 6 grandchildren, Amanda Capshaw, Brandon Livingston, Brittany Berry, Shawn Kerr, Daniel Hart, and Justin Hart; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 at Garth Funeral Home. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 at First Baptist Church with burial in Sandhill Cemetery by Garth Funeral Home. www.garthfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– EL DORADO — Tunney Wyatt “T.W.” Fitzgerald, age 90, of El Dorado, was born July 22, 1928 to the late James “Jim” Fitzgerald and Ollie Emma Havard Fitzgerald. He went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, surrounded by family and friends.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Maycel Fitzgerald; his parents; a sister, Wanda

Watts and husband, Virgil; step-daughter,

Karen Lewis; and nieces, Cheryl Watts Vines and Monnie Watts Young, who were like his children because he had none of his own.

Survivors include his niece, Janet Watts Boyette and husband, Douglas; seven great-nieces and nephews; fifteen greatgreat-nieces and nephews; fourteen great-great-great-nieces and nephews; two step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; three step-great-greatgrandchildren; and a host of cousins, friends, and three special ladies that meant the world to him. His three nieces, Monnie, Cheryl, and Janet, thought they had to be in his car whenever he moved it.

He worked from a very early age the railroad, Hamburger Row, elevator operator, and jewelry seller, but mostly in sales, finally being with AFLAC for 31 years, retiring at age 77.

He was in the United States Army from 1950-1952 in Japan and Korea one year. He was also a Gideon and was a Sunday school teacher at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Tunney was baptized at a very early age and continued to love the Lord until his dying breath. He was very knowledgeable about the Bible. Our great family historian, he never had to look anything up. Goodbye Uncle T Dub, we will see you later.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Men’s Senior Sunday School Class of Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 at Young’s.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with Pastors Steve Pelz, Rick Stable, and Charles Ainsworth officiating. Burial will follow at Old Parkers Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors.

Memorials may be made to Life Touch Hospice, 2301 Champagnolle Road, El Dorado, Ark. 71730; Gideons International, Arkansas State Association, Union County Camp, P.O. Box 10562, El Dorado, Ark. 71730; Ebenezer Baptist Church, 3408 N. Wyatt Drive, El Dorado, Ark. 71730; or to the donor’s choice.

An online guest registry will be available at www.youngsfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– FAYETTEVILLE — Joy Lee Kirkpatrick Sly, age 91, of Fayetteville passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, at Hillcrest Home in Harrison. She was born April 30, 1927, in Bentonville, the daughter of Insley Johnson and Sarah Elizabeth Harp Kirkpatrick. She

was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert E. Sly, and brother Burnard Kirkpatrick.

She was a mother, housewife, and volunteer and worked outside the home. She and Robert lived in Memphis, Tenn.; Houston, Texas; Conway; Benton; Rogers; and Helena-West Helena, always returning home to their Razorbacks in Fayetteville, Ark. She graduated from Fayetteville High School and attended the University of Arkansas, majoring in art and where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority and was the U of A Homecoming Queen in 1945. Joy was an accomplished seamstress, an expert in many handi-crafts (never sitting down without a work in progress), a pianist, and gardener. She loved to play bridge. She was an active member of Central Methodist Church, PEO from 1973 until the present, and Goldenrod Home Demonstration Club. Joy enjoyed her final years under the loving care of Hillcrest Home, where she enjoyed various activities including winning bingo and riding an elephant. Her family remembers her as a wonderful cook, often serving recipes learned from her mother-in-law Lucille Sly.

She is survived by her daughter, Ann Porter (Rusty) of West Helena, Ark.; three grandchildren, Katherine Elizabeth Mantooth (Jamie) of Martin, Tenn., Jed Porter (Micah) of Batesville, Ark., and Sarah Margaret Russell (Ryan) of Auburn, Ala.; three great-grandchildren, Porter, Betsy and Jack Mantooth of Martin, Tenn.; three great-nieces, Ginny Lou Sargent Cronan of Dallas, Texas, Judy Sargent Kelly (Micky) of Frisco, Texas, and Jan Kirkpatrick Glosser (Jeff) of Austin, Texas; seven great-nieces and nephews; and nine greatgreat-nieces and nephews.

The Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, at Moore’s Chapel with visitation from 9-10 and after the service. Pallbearers are Jed Porter, Jack Mantooth, Ryan Russell, Jim Gresham, Riley Porter, and Alan Ainley. Jamie Mantooth will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 6 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, Ark. 72701; Hillcrest Home, 1111 Maplewood Road, Harrison, Ark. 72601; or Helena Little Theatre, P.O. Box 433, Helena-West Helena, Ark. 72342.

To sign the online guest book, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com.

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GRADY — Mary Shea “Biddley” Wood, 87, of Grady, Ark., passed away Nov. 20, 2018, in Steamboat Springs, Colo. She was born March 26, 1931, in Memphis, Tenn., to the late Thomas Francis Shea and Faye McKennon Shea.

She was raised and received her early education in Dumas, Ark., after moving there at age three. She went on to attend Stephens College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Vanderbilt University in 1952.

She married Henry Ray Wood, Jr. on Oct. 20, 1953, in Dumas.

Biddley was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Ray; three grandchildren, Jennifer Ashley Wood, Charles Henry Wood and William Christopher Wood; her brother, Thomas F. “Tommy” Shea Jr.; and nephew, Thomas McKennon “Ken” Shea.

Survivors include two children, Kimberly Wood Tucker (Dr. Dee L. Tucker) of Steamboat Springs, Colo., and Henry Ray “Beau” Wood III (Pamela Wayne Wood) of Grady; three grandchildren, Alison Tucker Brodie (Nate), Patrick Ray Wood, and Cristin Brianne Wood; and one great-grandson, Tucker Bear Brodie. She is also survived by her niece, Anne Shea Carroll; nephew, William Warrick “Bill” Shea; and first cousin, JoAnn “Jody” McKennon Henslee; along with a host of friends, cousins, great- and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Upon Ray’s death in 1976, Biddley took over management of the family farming operation and continued to actively manage it with her son, Beau, for over thirty years.

She was an active member of the Grady United Methodist Church, serving on the administrative board and teaching Sunday school. She was a member and former president of the Grady Lions Club.

In 1984, Biddley was the first woman elected to the Board of Directors of Staplcotn, Inc. in Greenwood, Miss. - the oldest and one of the largest cotton-marketing cooperatives in the United States. She also formerly served on the Boards of Directors of the Agricultural Council of Arkansas, Planters Cotton Oil Mill, and was a committee person of the Lincoln County FSA.

Biddley was a past recipient of the Harvey W. McGeorge Award for Distinguished Service to Agriculture in Arkansas, presented by the Pine Bluff Rotary Club, and the Roy Kumpe award for a contribution to the Lion’s Club World Services for the Blind.

Memorials may be made to the Grady United Methodist Church, Arkansas Children’s Hospital, or a charity of your choice.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 at the Grady United Methodist Church with Rev. Mike Morey officiating. Burial will follow in Grady Cemetery. Visitation will be the hour prior to the service at the church.

Online register: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

–––––❖––––– HAMBURG — Gary Dale Farmer, age 76, of Hamburg, Ark., passed away on Nov. 21, 2018. Survivors: wife, Chloe Mae Farmer; two sons, Rocky and Wade Farmer; daughter, Joy Johnson. Funeral services: 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 at West Crossett Missionary Baptist Church under direction of Jones Funeral Home, Inc. (www.jonesservice.com).

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HOT SPRINGS — Robert William Argo, of Hot Springs, passed away on Nov. 19, 2018. Extended obituary and online guestbook at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

––––– ––––– MALVERN — Christopher Shawn Brooks, 37, of Malvern, passed Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018. Visitation Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, 12-1 p.m. at Regency Funeral Home Chapel. Services to follow at 1 p.m. Burial at Big Creek Cemetery. Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– MALVERN — Charles Harrison Sanders, 60, of Malvern, Ark., passed Nov. 20, 2018.

Visitation: 2-6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23 at funeral home. Funeral: 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Bethel A.M.E. in Malvern. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. “The Epitome of Service.” 855-SLVANCE. To sign guestbook, visit www.samuellvanceandsons.com.

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McCRORY — The oldest of seven children, Linda Smith Cain was born on Oct. 16, 1937, to George Raney

Smith and Mattie

Marietta Fortenberry Smith in Woodruff County, Ark., where she graduated from the McCrory School system and married

James Donald

Cain. They were blessed with three children, Bari, Kim and Jim.

Linda and her family were longstanding and dedicated members of the McCrory Church of the Nazarene and the community at large, where she served in a variety of positions over the years, including PTA President, Church of the Nazarene board member, and local Garden Club President. For over 40 years, she was immersed in the National Federation of Garden Clubs, becoming a Master Judge, the highest level. Linda enjoyed being involved in local, state and national shows with the garden club, for which she was honored with many awards for her work.

In that same vein, she became deeply involved with holiday planning and design at a state and federal level, particularly at the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion, where she was appointed as a Board Member for many years and served as Chairman of the Governor’s Artist Series. Within the state, she also volunteered at the Arkansas Arts Center, the Decorative Arts Museum and CARTI’s Festival of Trees, along with many other organizations.

At the request of First Lady Hillary Clinton, she spearheaded planning of the initial Christmas decoration Season at the White House for the first family, under then President Bill Clinton. She continued working with the White House staff and other volunteers to decorate the White House throughout the Clinton Presidency, where she forged many wonderful friendships. That experience was a true highlight in her life. Linda enjoyed event planning in all of its forms and was considered by many to be the consummate hostess.

Linda loved to travel, and along with her husband and a variety of friends over the years, she traveled to Europe, South Africa, the South China Sea, Central America, South America and many parts of North America.

Linda was a stalwart advocate for all that she held dear. Whether it be her family, her faith, her politics or her favorite sports team, it was always quite clear where she stood. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, November 19, 2018. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of almost 50 years, Donald Cain; her parents, G.R. and Mattie Smith; and a brother, John Smith.

Linda is survived by her children, Bari and his wife Lori Stafford Cain and their children Sarah and Jack (Searcy), Kimberly Cain (Little Rock), Jim Cain (McCrory) and his

children, Raney and his wife Maru Cain and their children, Addisyn, Dain, Stella and Dalilah (Maumelle), and Patton Cain (Denver, Colo.); and her five siblings, DeWayne Smith (Darlene), Tony Smith (Penny), Judy Gettys, Terry Graham Smith and Shelia Milton (Mike). She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful family friends, most especially Judy Beard.

Pallbearers are Jan Young, III, Alan Morris, Mike Milton, Terry Kruse, Craig Cain, Joey Cain, Toby Stafford and Tyler Hoffpauir.

The funeral will be held on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in McCrory, officiated by Pastor Bill Gartung, with music by dear friend Marty Kauffman. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. with the funeral at 2 p.m., followed by the burial service at Woodman cemetery, south of McCrory. Memorials may be made to the McCrory Church of the Nazarene, McCrory, Ark. 72101.

–––––❖––––– McGEHEE — William Earl “Bill” LaFarra, 92, of McGehee, Ark., passed away Nov. 21, 2018. Visitation 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at First Baptist Church of McGehee, Ark. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the church. Burial at McGehee Cemetery. Arrangements by Griffin-Culpepper Funeral Service, McGehee, Ark. Online guestbook: www.griffinculpepper.com.

–––––❖––––– MOUNT PLEASANT — Danny Lee Johnson, 64, died Nov. 19. Visitation and funeral service will be Saturday, Nov. 24 at Eddie’s Family Funeral Home in Melbourne. Visitation begins at 12 noon. Funeral service begins at 1 p.m. Survivors: William Johnson of Carrollton, Texas, and Barbara Kubiac of Gerald, Mo.

–––––❖––––– NEWARK — Ernest Hodges, Jr., 82, of Newark, died Tuesday.

Survivors: wife, Wilda; son, Michael (Rita); daughters, Debbie Dicus (Butch) and Kathy Carey (Tim); sister, Ann Ward; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; friends.

Visitation: Newark Church of Christ, Friday at 10 a.m. Funeral following: 11 a.m. Interment: Blue Springs Cemetery.

Arrangements: Jackson’s Newark Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh.com.

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PINE BLUFF — Mrs. Mary Louise Bell, 70, of Pine Bluff, Ark., passed Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Barnett Chapel M.B. Church by Pastor Don Hawkins. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, Ark. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

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PINE BLUFF — Mrs. Lisa Beatrice Gibson-Porter, 50, of Pine Bluff, Ark., passed Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Mt. Carmel M.B. Church by Rev. Michael Dean. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, Ark. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

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PINE BLUFF — Mrs. Mildred Sadie Manning, 81, of Pine Bluff, Ark., passed Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Old St. James M.B. Church by Rev. Robert Willis, Jr. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, Ark. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

–––––❖––––– PORTLAND — Edna Lee Pierce Burns, age 87, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, at the Woods Nursing and Rehab in Monticello. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Rash Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Online guestbook: www.stephensondearman.com.

–––––❖––––– PRESCOTT — Funeral service for Mr. Clyde Tullis, age 66, is 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Brazzel/Cornish Funeral Home. Visitation, one hour prior to service. Burial, 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, Largent Cemetery in Lufkin, Texas. Arrangements are with Brazzel/Cornish Funeral Home of Prescott, Eddie Brazzel, Director. Online registry: www. brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– SEARCY — Gerald Joseph Kyle, age 73, of Searcy, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, in Searcy. He was born Jan. 31, 1945, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, to Dale Kyle and Treva Miller Kyle. He was of the Methodist faith and retired in 2003 after working for many years as an Ink Matcher in the printing industry. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda Kyle of Searcy; one son, Gregory Kyle and wife Carin of Maui, Hawaii; one daughter, Diana S. Crawford and husband Dale of Judsonia; two grandchildren, Kyle Crawford and Kolton Crawford; two great-grandchildren, Kaine Crawford and Kaise Crawford; one brother, Larry Kyle and wife Linda of Mansfield, Texas; one sister, Janet Hall and husband Richard of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; and many other loving nieces, nephews and other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Clyde Kyle and Dale Kyle; and an infant granddaughter, Kacy Crawford. Visitation is Monday from 1-2 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home. Interment will be at Carter Cemetery. Arrangements by Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– STAR CITY — Mr. Cleophas Turner, Jr., 61, of Star City, Ark., passed Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, at Motley Chapel M.B. Church by Rev. Dennis Holly. Interment will be in Lincoln Memorial Garden Cemetery-Varner, Ark., by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, Ark. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

–––––❖––––– WYNNE — Fred Gresham, Sr., 76, of Wynne, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, in Jonesboro.

Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment in Lewis Cemetery at Hickory Ridge.

Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, at the funeral home.