Pulaski County

BOBBY ALLEN ANTHONY, age 74, of North Little Rock, left our earthly arms for the arms of Jesus on February 7, 2019, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Arkansas. Bobby fought an unknown battle with A.L.S. He was surrounded by the loving presence of his wife, four children, four sisters, brother, beloved sister-in-law, Patty, and his grandchildren.

Bobby was born December 5, 1944, to Elmer Erie and Parlee (Compton) Anthony in Aubrey, Arkansas. Bobby and Anita were united in holy matrimony on February 17, 1983, in Carlisle, Arkansas.

Bobby was one in only a few who held pride, honesty, and loyalty in his work. His career began in North Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1969 at Gulf Oil on Airport Road. He retired after fourteen years of loyal service. In 1983, he went to work at ABF, where he made many friends. He remained at ABF until his retirement in 2007. He wasn’t finished and returned to Satterfield Oil of Conway to drive that big blue “Pete” that he loved, dragging a tanker over freeways and fields, delivering to airports and farmers. He achieved over three million accident-free miles during his career.

Bobby was an antique car enthusiast and was often seen traveling Arkansas in his 1962 red Impala with his friends and brother-in-law, Rick Green, for weekend adventures. Bobby accepted Christ as his Savior on May 27, 1998, at Grace Baptist Church in Scott, Arkansas. He followed God’s command of Baptism along with his wife, Anita, on May 31, 1998.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Nola Forrest and Lula Mae Davis; a grandson, Oliver Allen Mullins; the mother of his two sons, Linda Gail (Scaife) Anthony; as well as a great-grandchild, Baby Sanchez.

He is survived by his wife of thirty-seven years, Anita Anthony; children, Ken (Robyn) Anthony of Leslie, Arkansas, Jason Anthony of Conway, Arkansas, Natasha Stewart of North Little Rock, Jeree’ Mullins of North Little Rock; brother, Billy (Patty) Anthony of Vilonia, Arkansas; sisters, Joyce (Norman) Barnes of Marianna, Arkansas, Carolyn (Leslie) Green of Marianna, Arkansas, Dianne Pounds of Cabot, and Linda (Clancy) Cunningham of Lumberport, West Virginia; favorite niece, Deborah Tanner of Marianna; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a bounty of nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends; as well as his loyal companion, Fred (the dog), whom he rescued from the North Little Rock Animal Shelter.

A visitation will be held Monday, February 11, 2019, at Smith North Little Rock Funeral from 5-7 p.m. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at the funeral home. Burial immediately following at Rest Hills Memorial Park. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– FLORENCE BURNHAM, 87, passed away on February 6, 2019 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Harold Burnham, and is survived by daughter, Vicki Aurilio; grandsons, Matthew and Christopher Aurilio; daughter, Diana (David) Kiel and grandchildren, Kristin (Josh) Abbuhl, Michael Kiel and Justin Kiel. Family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. Sunday, February 10 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30. Graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, February 11, at Forest Hills Cemetery, in Alexander. Online Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

–––––❖––––– ALICE VIRGINIA FARRELL, 96, of Little Rock, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019. Alice was born to the late Hugo and Lola Gregory on September 8, 1922. She grew up in Portland, Arkansas, where she was the Valedictorian of the Portland High School Class of 1940. During World War II Alice worked as a clerk at the Greenville, Mississippi Army Air Force Base and the Elkins Army Air Force Base in Panama City, Florida. She later worked as a clerk at an insurance company and a bank in Little Rock.

Alice belonged to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. She enjoyed the friendships and activities of the Lunch Bunch, Bridge Club and the Bas Bleu Club. Alice did volunteer work at the retail shop at the Arkansas Territorial Restoration and for Meals on Wheels. She was a loving wife and Mother.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband Lucien Farrell, Jr., her sister, Bess Horton and her brother Dr. Hugo Gregory. She is survived by her sons Lucien Farrell III and Gregory Farrell.

A Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home, 5800 West 12th Street in Little Rock, followed by a Memorial Service at 10:30 a.m. A private burial will be at Oakland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice of charity. www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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DR. JOHN CLAUDE GILL, age 89, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully in his home on February 4, 2019. John was born in Memphis, Tenn. He graduated from Forrest City High School in 1947 and earned a Doctor of Education from the University of Arkansas. Gill entered the Air Force in 1948, flying numerous missions, primarily piloting B47s and B29s. He served in 8 major commands, including the Strategic Air Command as a command reconnaissance pilot and for the

NATO school in Oberammergau, Germany as Director of Academic Programs and Lecturer. He achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel.

Following his retirement from the Air Force in 1974, he was an administrator for five years at Cabot High School. He was employed with Arkansas Department of Education for 8 years and then the next 8 years as Superintendent of the Lower Yukon and Nenana School Districts in Alaska.

John, a Christian, was a member of Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, served as AARP Leadership Volunteer for Advocacy, an instructor in the Mature Driving Course, and taught groups at The Sheppard Center. He was a 32nd Shriner in the Scimitar Temple and President of the England-Keo Hunting Club. John loved his family, flying, and hunting.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Carolyn Bridges Gill. He loved his 4 children, John H. (predeceased in 2005) of Beavercreek, Ohio, Gregory B. of Paris, Texas, Mark. A. of Bartlett, Tenn., and Melissa Gill Galliani of Novato, Calif. His beloved grandchildren are Kristin Gill Smith, Lyndsey Gill, Marko Gill, Ryan Gill, Alex Gill, Rachel Galliani, Claudia Galliani, and Thomas Gill.

Visitation (10 a.m.) and service (11 a.m.) will be held on Monday, February 11th, at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home, 5800 W. 12th Street, Little Rock, Ark. 72204. (501-661-9111). A military burial will be held 1 p.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W. Maryland Avenue, North Little Rock, Ark. 72120. A reception for family and friends will follow.

Memorials may be made to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72205. John will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and associates. www. griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

–––––❖––––– SHARON M. GOBLE, 73, of Sherwood, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2019. She was born on April 29, 1945 in Little Rock to J. Doyle and Hattie Moore. Sharon graduated from Baylor University with a B.S. in Math and Physics, she later pursued her master’s degree in math at Louisiana Tech in Ruston, Louisiana. She was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in Jacksonville. Sharon retired from PNC Bank after 35 years of service as a senior V.P. in system development. She loved horses, dogs, and enjoyed playing bridge. She was a member of the Remount Saddle Club, Central Horse Show Association, Little Rock Dog Training Club, and Pulaski County Sheriff Mounted Patrol. She was devoted to her family, friends, and her church.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents. Sharon leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 52 years, James Goble; daughter, Kathryn Kopreski; son-in-law, George Kopreski; and a host of many friends and family.

A visitation will be held Thursday, February 14, 2019 at 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. Funeral services to follow on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 308 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas with interment at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, North Little Rock, Arkansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First United Methodist Church in Jacksonville, Arkansas. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Sherwood Nursing Home and Arkansas Hospice for the care of Sharon.

Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400. Online guest book is available to sign at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– RICHARD ARNOLD GRASSER, 68, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Matt A. Grasser and Evelyn Spoon Grasser; and his brother, Raymond E. Richardson. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Virginia Perry Grasser; son, Chris Grasser; two brothers, Quentin Richardson, and Tom Grasser; sister, Phyllis Grasser; and numerous cousins and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital, 1 Children’s Way, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202. No local services will be held. Online obituary at www. SmithFamilyCares.com.

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ROY “JACK” HATCHER JR., 60, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life February 4, 2019. He is preceded in death by: father,

Roy Hatcher Sr.; brother, Ronet Hatcher, brother-in-law, Gerald Chambers; nephew, Terrance Hatcher; niece, Charlene

Young.

He leaves to cherish his memory: children, Roy Hatcher III, Imani Dumas, Bobby Hollister Jr.; mother, Laura Morgan Hatcher; two grandchildren; special friend, Trina Forge; and a host of family and friends.

Public Viewing: Friday, 11-12 noon. Funeral: Friday, noon, both at Faith Temple Full Gospel Deliverance Center, 1920 Broadway Street, LR, Ark. Pastor Dwayne Lindsey, Senior Pastor. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, LR, Ark. (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

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TINA KRISTINE HENDERSON, 52, of North Little Rock, passed away Feb. 8,

2019. She was born Oct. 27,

1966, to Harold and Margaret Henderson.

Tina is survived by her parents; two children, Drew

Myers and Dana Henderson; three grandchildren, Aubree, Karter, A’Breann; and brother, Steven Henderson.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. A private burial will be at Arkansas Memorial Gardens. Guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– DANIEL EARNEST LaMASTER, 91, of North Little Rock, passed away Feb. 6,

2019. He was born in Lawrence, Kan., to Maurice and

Ruth Ellen LaMaster. He was predeceased by his parents; the mother of his children, Mary

Stark; a brother, Charles LaMaster; a sister, Elsie Keller; and granddaughter, Heather LaMaster.

He is survived by his wife, Joan King LaMaster; sons, Peter LaMaster of Rockledge, Fla., Fred LaMaster (JoEllen) of Benton, and Rik LaMaster (Sandy) of Manhattan, Kan.; sisters, Wilma Sue Johns of Dallas, Ore., and Dorothy Beck (Joe) of California; five grandchildren, Stacy Stuehnberg, Matthew LaMaster, Dr. Aaron LaMaster, Kelley LaMaster and Jenna LaMaster; several great-grandchildren, and a host of other family and friends.

Dan was a U.S. Navy veteran and pilot. He flew all types of aircraft, nearly everything with wings, and retired from Cessna. He was the oldest licensed pilot in Saline County. Dan was presented The Wright Brothers “Master Pilot” Award on June 21, 2016 by the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration. An ordained minister, he served as a missionary in Oklahoma and western Kansas. He was a member of the Disciples of Men at Park Hill Christian Church.

Services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at Park Hill Christian Church, officiated by Rev. Joe Hodges. Memorials may be made to Park Hill Christian Church Food Pantry, 2400 JFK Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. 72116, or Sherwood Animal Services, 6500 N. Hills Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. 72116. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2000. Dan’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– ROBERT MICHAEL RENEAU, 65, of Little Rock died Feb. 8, 2019. He was a retired Master Plumber with Central Arkansas Water and a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. Funeral services are pending. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2200. Robert’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– NEITA HUGHEY ROPER, 89, of Little Rock Arkansas, passed away on Monday, February

4, 2019, with her daughters by her side.

Mrs. Roper was born January

1, 1930, in England, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Charlie C. Hughey and Gussie Elizabeth (Helmick) Hughey.

She was also preceded by brothers and sisters, Charleen Tipton, H.L. Hughey, Charlie Hughey, Kitty Grace Chambers, A.K. Hughey and Bobby Frank Hughey. Mrs. Roper is survived by her daughters, Debbie (Roper) Bryan of Little Rock; Amy (Roper) Finley of Cabot; grandsons, Connor and Jackson Bryan of Little Rock, Wade Finley III, of Cabot, and her brother, Lloyd Lee Hughey of North Little Rock.

She owned her own private school “Roper School” for over 29 years. One of her great accomplishments was getting the school accredited through the state of Arkansas. She enjoyed teaching young minds of all ages, and touched over 17,400 students enrolled in her school over the years. Each of her students was provided with a Bible as well as a hand written note from her upon graduation. She also owned a children’s clothing store “YoungLand”.

Post-Retirement, she became an avid volunteer with Bryant Senior Center; Bryant Meals on Wheels; the Bryant Chamber of Commerce; the Save a Life Pregnancy Center in Decatur, Alabama; the Conway Arkansas Woman’s Shelter of Central Arkansas; and made sleep beds for the homeless. She was an avid bunko, dominoes and card player.

She was extremely competitive and loved winning.

In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Neita’s name to Lonoke County Safe Haven, P.O. Box: 414 Cabot, Arkansas 72023. A Celebration of life will be held at Geyer Springs First Baptist Church on Sunday, February 24, 2019, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.

Directions to the church are as followed: Take the Bass Pro Exit 128, Take the service road going towards Mabelvale Road, and Merge onto Frontage Road, Park Around the back side of the Fellowship Building.

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

–––––❖––––– “There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.” French novelist George Sand

If you knew Mary — or even if you didn’t — those words could easily be assigned in describing her outlook on life.

MARY IRIS ROY,

62, passed away

Feb. 7, 2019 in

Little Rock, Arkansas.

Mary was quick on the draw with her wit, particularly when she displayed that famous crooked smile. Her charm, warm heart, crackling and infectious laugh, cleverness, sincerity, unabashed honesty and penchant for humor naturally invited people into her life.

In short, as many who knew her always said, Mary was just a nice person.

She was an avid Razorback basketball fan. When summer drew near, you could find her eased into her patio swing, reading historical fiction. Mary wasn’t shy about instructing her husband about how to go about doing any yard work. She was the daughter of a florist, but rarely gave plants, flowers and shrubs a lot of time.

She was the proverbial sweet tooth, never met a lemon square she didn’t like.

Mary Loved being at the family cabin at Lake Norfork and loved playing solitaire at the cabin there, but that was the only place she would play. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts from Arkansas State University.

Mary was born in Harrisburg, Arkansas, and lived most of her life in Jonesboro and Little Rock. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Mike Roy, sons Jake Roy of Little Rock and Max Roy of Austin, Texas; her mother, Shirley Foust of Jonesboro; brother Roger Foust and sister, Candy Cobb, both of Jonesboro, and other family and friends. She

was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Foust.

Services will be held on Saturday, Feb.16, at 1 p.m., preceded by visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court (NW corner of I-630 and Barrow Road.) Memorials may be made to the Arkansas Food Bank Network, 4301 W. 65th Street, Little Rock Ark., 72209.

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

–––––❖––––– BEVERLY SCOTT, 68, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life February 7. She is preceded in death by: her parents, Jerry

Curry and Hattie Williams. She leaves to cherish her memory: children:

Zetoria Johnson and Carleton

Scott; siblings, Gwendolyn Winston, Jerry Curry Jr., Kenneth Curry and Carleton Curry; sixgrandchildren and a host of family and friends.

Family Hour: Friday, 6:15-7:15 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary-LR. Home going Celebration: Saturday, 11 a.m. at First Baptist, 811 S.A. Jones, North Little Rock, Pastor William Robinson officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, LR, Ark. (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

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GAY LYNETTE SIMPSON THOMPSON, 60, of Little Rock transcended this earthly realm for her heavenly reward and joined our heavenly father on Monday, February 4, 2019 at 6:45am. Gay will be missed, however never forgotten.

She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas & Edna Mae Simpson, and granddaughter; Brailyn Graggs. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Dr. Evette Camp-Walker (Pattrick) and Cedrick Simpson, Sr.; siblings; Theresa Randall and Michael Simpson, Sr.; aunt Mary Maxwell; grandchildren; Adrianna Smith, J’Darian Clemmons, Aysha Smith, Tyana Wright, Cedrick Simpson, Jr., Carmyn Simp-

son, & Madison Simpson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

Funeral services will be held Saturday February 16, 2019; at 11am at Greater Second Baptist Church located 5615 Geyer Springs Road. A public viewing will be Friday, February 15, 2019, from 1-7pm at Hardy Funeral Home.

Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 5300 West 12th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas (501) 372-4129. To sign the online guestbook visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com.

––––– ––––– THOMAS HARRIS WALTON died peacefully, surrounded by family, at UAMS Medical Center in Little Rock on Thursday January 17, 2019. Tom was born February 13, 1922 to Frances Margaret and Harry Phillip Walton in Yazoo City, Miss. He graduated from high school in Yazoo City, and received his degree in chemical engineering from Mississippi State University where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. After graduation, he was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in the U.S. Army, and rose to Captain of his anti-aircraft artillery unit in New Guinea during WWII, later achieving the rank of Major. He began his career in Laurel, Miss. working for the Masonite Corporation. In 1961, he moved to Crossett, Ark. where he became manager of the particleboard plant for the Crossett Company, which later became Georgia Pacific, retiring in 1984.

He was an Elder in the Presbyterian Church and a member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Little Rock. Tom learned to play bridge at the age of 11 and continued to play until his recent illness. He enjoyed gardening, especially growing tomatoes, and in his later years, he liked watching “Days of Our Lives” and entering the sweepstakes for Publishers Clearing House. While living in Crossett, he served as a member of the library commission when the new Crossett Library was built. Above all, his family was his greatest enjoyment in life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his four brothers, Harry, Nathaniel, Pryor, and Campbell Walton, his wife, Mary Noel Baird Walton, his daughter, Katherine Walton Harpole, and his son-inlaw John Harpole. Survivors include his son, Campbell Walton, and his wife Van of Charlotte, N.C., his son Bob Walton of Batesville, and his daughter, Martha Walton Thannisch, and her husband Ray of Little Rock. He is survived by 10 grandchildren, Katy Harpole Smith (Damon) of Pensacola, Fla., Douglas Harpole (Stephanie) of Little Rock, Aaron Walton of Milwaukee, Wis., Benjamin Walton (Melissa) of Charlotte, N.C., Mary Stuart Walton of Fayetteville, Caroline Earleywine (Bonnie) of Little Rock, Elizabeth Walton of Tulsa, Okla., Thomas Walton of Bentonville, Adam Thannisch of Little Rock, and Maggie Thannisch of Little Rock. Great-grandchildren include Conner, Julianna, and Carter Harpole of Little Rock, and Teague Walton of Charlotte, N.C.

A family graveside service was held in Crossett on Jan 21. A celebration of his life will be held in Little Rock on Saturday Feb 16 at 2 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Karen Akin officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Presbyterian Church, 9301 N. Rodney Parham, LR, Ark., 72227, the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Slot 716, 4301 W. Markham LR, Ark., 72205, or a memorial of your choice.

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JIM ROY WARDEN II, of Little Rock died peacefully Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019. He was born March 5, 1946, to the late Dr. Jim Roy Warden and Maxine Gunter Warden Culp in Little Rock. After graduating from Hall High in 1965, he was employed as an architectural draftsman and later worked for mechanical engineering firms. His passion was hunting, namely duck and pheasant, along with his faithful bird dogs, Chance, Boomer, Grant and Sherman. Jim had a heightened curiosity for learning a new skill or hobby.

Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Jim Stephen Warden. Mr. Warden is survived by his daughters, Tanya Saulo and husband, J.R. Saulo and Kristen Evans; grandsons, Austin Wilt, Devin Harris and Kierian Saville. Other survivors include his sister, Sandra Benge; nieces; nephews and his lifelong friend, Carol Rhein Warden.

Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at First Christian Church, 14411 Taylor Loop Road, Little Rock. Memorial gifts may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, 72210. Arrangements are by Cremation Services of Arkansas (501) 313-5431. Please sign the online guestbook at www.cremationservicesofarkansas.com.

Arkansas

ALEXANDER — Ova Lee Wallace, 86, passed away February 7, 2019. Visitation Tuesday, February 12, from 6-8 p.m. at Dial and Dudley in Bryant. Celebration of life Wednesday, February 13 at noon at Abundant Life Assembly of God Church. In lieu of flowers please donate to http://abundantlifebryant.org. To sign online guestbook www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– ALTHEIMER — Brian O’Neal Bishop, 46, of Altheimer, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019. He is survived by his parents, Larry Bishop and Brenda Loveless Bishop; two daughters, Hannah and Harley

Bishop; two brothers, Larry (Chanon) Bishop Jr., and Court Bishop; sister, Belinda Bishop; four nieces and four nephews; and a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 13, 2019, 10:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Home with Reverend Gilbert Byrd and Brother Larry Bishop officiating with a visitation one hour prior to service. Burial will follow at Van Camp Cemetery.

The family will have a gathering at the Cook Shack, 5928 Knotts Island Road, Altheimer, Arkansas 72004 in memory of Brian after the graveside service. Online condolences: www. ralphrobinsonandson.com.

–––––❖––––– BEEBE — Lisa Gaye Brown, age 55, of Beebe, passed away on February 7, 2019. She was born in Victoria, Texas on May 6, 1963 to the late Charles and Patricia Johnson. Memorial Service will be announced on the website. Cremation arrangements entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, 501-982-3400. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Lewis Erby Tudor, age 94, of Benton, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019. He was born August 8, 1924 in Benton, Arkansas. Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Clara Tudor and a daughter, Alice Caroline Glover.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Erma Tudor; two sons, Jeff (Lorie) Tudor and Paul Bert (Melinda) Tudor; five grandchildren, Tim (Amanda) Merrick, Cristin (David) Groce, Carmen (David) Hollis, Bailey (Hunter) Dickey and Will Tudor and four great-grandchildren, Kinsey Merrick, Nolan Groce, Annabelle Dickey and Mae Groce.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, February 11 at Ashby Funeral Home.Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 12 at Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Graham Cemetery. Bro. Zach Reno will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital @ 501 St. Jude Place in Memphis, Tenn., 38105. On-line guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– BRYANT — Joyce Janice Tittle Turner, age 80, of Bryant, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 8, 2019.

She was born December 18,

1938 in Benton, Arkansas to the late Tommy and Rosie Tittle. Joyce was a nurse and very proud of her degree. She was a member of Hurricane Lake Baptist Church. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and six brothers, Reed, JB, Gene, Tommy, Royce and Jimmy Tittle of the Benton area.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Turner of Bryant; two sons, Benny Powell and wife Tammy of Benton and Donny Swain and wife Christy of Beebe; daughter, Karen Selby of Bryant; four grandsons, Heath Powell, Mitch Powell, Ryan McDonald and Chance Swain; two granddaughters, Misti Halter and Mandy Jolly and nine great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Heath Powell, Mitch Powell, Ryan McDonald, Chance Swain, Calvin Erwin, Charlie Raines, Bill Porter and Floyd Keene.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 12 at Ashby Funeral Home, 108 W. Narroway in Benton, Ark., 72015. Funeral services will be 2p.m. Wednesday, February 13 at Ashby Funeral Home with burial at Gravel Hill Cemetery, 6519 Hwy. 9 in Benton, Ark., 72019. Bro. Clarence Shell will be officiating. On-line guest book at www. ashbyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– CABOT — Johnny Fredrick Anderson, 94, of Cabot, passed away February 6, 2019. He was born March 29, 1924 in Washta, Iowa to the late John and Esther Streeter Anderson. Johnny served in the United States Navy and was a World War II Veteran. His time in the Navy was spent serving on submarines. Over the course of his life, Johnny owned a restaurant in Iowa, was a United States Postal Carrier and a Canteen Officer at the Veteran’s Hospital.

In addition to his parents, Johnny was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Linda Anderson; son, Ronald Anderson and sisters, Mildred Lewis and Ruby Berger. Survivors include his sons, Robert (Debbie) Anderson and Gary (Cynthia) Anderson; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Mount Tabor United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Visitation will be 6–8 p.m., Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home. Arrangements by Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, 501-843-5816. Online guestbook: www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– CASA — Paulette Hall, 77, of Casa, died Friday, February 8, 2019, at Deerview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Ola. Born January 1, 1942, in England to Jim and Linda English. Burial is private at Phoenix Cemetery under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. The online obituary/guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– CLEVELAND — William “Bill” Chwalinski, 86, of Cleveland, Arkansas, passed away surrounded by his family February 2, 2019. William was born June 28, 1932, to Frank and Louise Chwalinski in North Little Rock, Arkansas. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Roller–McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas.

–––––❖––––– CONWAY — Barbara Mae Perrigo, age 79, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, February 2nd, 2019, at the VA Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. Survived by four children: Tom Castellani, Mark Castellani, Robert Castellani, Brenda Castellani; three sisters: Geraldine Bevans, Dorothy Byrd, Mary Lindsey; one brother: Bill Bevans. Please share your love and support online at griffinleggettconway. com.

–––––❖––––– CONWAY — Regenia L. Brown Willard, 87, of Conway, went to be with her Lord and Savior on

Friday, February 8, 2019. She was born on November 24th,

1931, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, to Linton Brown and

Gladys Lovelady Brown. She married the love of her life, Buddy Willard, on August 25th, 1956, and they spent 46 amazing years together before his passing in 2003.

Left to cherish her memory is her two daughters, Debora (Terry) Tew and Toni (Danny) Compton; three grandchildren, Chris Osburn, Heather (Kevin) Key, and Brittany Lunsford; and five great-grandchildren, Alicia, Xavier, Braiden, Jaren and Kadin. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one granddaughter, and many family members.

The family wants to extend a special thank-you to Heritage Living Center staff and nurses for the care they provided for her over the last four years.

Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, February 11, 2019, at Smith-Sherwood Funeral Home, 7700 Hwy 107, Sherwood, Arkansas, with her Celebration of Life starting at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery. Please visit our online guest register at: www.smithsherwoodfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– CORD — Mrs. Ernestine “Tina” Gavin of Cord, died Thursday. Survivors: husband, H.L. Gavin, Jr.; sons, Robert and Micah Gavin; daughter, Kathy Womack; brother, Robert Odom; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Visitation: Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home Chapel, Monday, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment: Hopewell Cemetery. www.jacksonsfh.com.

–––––❖––––– CORNING — John Graham Black, 76, of Corning, Ark., passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2019, at his home. Mr. Black was born May 22, 1942, in St. Louis, Mo. He was a former President of JW Black Lumber Company in Corning. He Graduated from Corning High School in 1960, earned a B.A. in English from St. Louis University in 1964 and a Law Degree from The University of Arkansas Law School in 1967. He enjoyed hunting, reading, cutting firewood, St. Louis Cardinals Baseball, Oaklawn Park, and The Western Channel. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Corning, Ark.

He married Frances S. Zepecki on Feb. 17, 1973. Survivors include her; his children Mark O. Black (Christie), Julie F. Black, Gene E. Black, Jennifer S. Black (Ibrahim), Janice L. Patton, Michael J. Black (Haley); and 7 Grandchildren. Surviving siblings are Katherine J. Black, Elizabeth A. Black (Steve), Thomas L. Black (Cantu), and James D. Black (Robin).

He was preceded in death by parents Charles Rufus Black, Jr., and Barbara Margaret (Stier) Black, as well as brothers Charles R. Black III, William Parr Black, and Robert J. Black.

Visitation Feb. 16, 2019, at 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Rosary, and 11:00 a.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Corning Cemetery. Memorials may be made to his member Church in care of 2 CR 186, Corning, Ark., 72422. Regular Mass at 4:00 p.m. will still be held.

–––––❖––––– GARNER — Amy D. Branscum, 50, of Garner, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, February 1, 2019.

She is survived by her mother, Glenda Stumbaugh of Garner; step parents Marvin and Nina Waddle of Cabot; grandmother Onita Branscum of Ravenden Springs; two sisters, Christie (Clifton) Langley of Romance and

Jamie Cochran

(John Kegg) of

Little Rock; two brothers, Michael Branscum

(Jim House) of

Ft. Smith and

Jeffery Waddle of Cabot. She loved her nieces and nephews as if they were her own. Amy was preceded in death by her father, Arlis R. Branscum.

Memorials may be made to the National Diabetes Association. A celebration of Amy’s life will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Garner Missionary Baptist Church. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. www. ArkansasCremation.com.

–––––❖––––– GASSVILLE — Memorial Service for Twila Lynn Brickey, 61, of Gassville, will be 12 noon, February 10th at the Fort Smith Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Twila died January 29th. Survived by husband, Joseph; three sons, Patrick Harris, Buck Harris, and Jessie Harris. Arrangements by Kirby Funeral and Cremation Services. www.kirbyandfamily.com.

–––––❖––––– HEBER SPRINGS — Faye Hughes, 76, of Heber Springs died February 7, 2019. Visitation: Monday, February 11, 2019, at Heber Springs Funeral Home 6-8 p.m. Funeral service: Tuesday, February 12, 2019, 10 a.m., South Side Baptist Church, Heber Springs, with visitation 9 a.m. until service time. Online obituary: www.heberspringsfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– HERMITAGE — Willie Merle Johnson Harrod, age 93, of Hermitage, Ark., passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2019.

Graveside service will be Monday, Feb. 11, at 1:30 at Union Hill Cemetery with visitation at 12 noon at Union Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements are by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

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HOT SPRINGS — Kevin Adkins, of Hot Springs, Ark., died February 9, 2019. He was born July 17, 1961. Cremation arrangements entrusted to www.ArkansasCremation.com.

–––––❖––––– LONOKE — John H. (Sonny) Burgess, III, 76, of Lonoke passed away peacefully February 8, 2019, in Richardson, Texas, surrounded by his family. Sonny was born to J. H. (Jake) Burgess, Jr., and Anna Lou Burgess on August 4, 1942. He graduated from Lonoke High School in 1960 and attended Arkansas Polytechnical College where he studied agriculture. He returned permanently to Lonoke and spent his entire life here, working first as a farmer and then retiring from his trucking company in order to spend more time with his family.

Sonny was preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Virgie Burgess; his parents, Jake and Anna Lou Burgess; sister Rita June Burgess; and his only son, John H. (Bert) Burgess, IV. Sonny is survived by his only daughter, Ginger Schmidt; son-in-law John Schmidt; grandchildren Jalana, Jessica and Jake Schmidt; great-granddaughter Kenzie Ava Martinez; and a host of extended family and friends he loved like family.

Visitation will be Monday, February 11, 2019, from 6-8 p.m. at Boyd Funeral Home in Lonoke. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 12, at 1 p.m. at Caney Creek Baptist Church, where Sonny was a lifelong member. Pastor Bob Courson will officiate. Interment will follow at Hicks Cemetery. Arrangements by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– LONOKE — Robert Crittenden Smith, age 95, of Lonoke died February 7, 2019. He was born April 4, 1923 in Lewisville, Ark., Robert served in the Army in Europe during WWII. After coming home from the war, he began farming in Lafayette County. He married Betty Simpson in 1955. They moved to Lonoke County in 1966 where he farmed until he retired.

He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Simpson Smith; parents, George and Laura Owens Smith; brothers, George Smith, Garland Smith and Doyle Smith; sisters Pauline Foster and Lucy Mae Dorough. He is survived by his sister Helen Jackson of Texarkana; daughters, Joanna Smith, Mary Kay (Mike) Calvert and Sue Ellen (Matt) Stevens; five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was a faithful member of the Palm Street Church of Christ in Lonoke for fifty-three years, serving as a song leader, deacon and elder.

The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday February 11 at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Palm Street Church of Christ, with a 4:00 p.m. committal service at Wilson Cemetery in Lewisville, Ark. The family requests memorials be made to Southern Christian Children’s Home, P.O. Box 649, Morrilton, Ark., 72110 in his honor. Online guestbook, www.boydfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– MALVERN — Mary Catherine Perito, 79, of Malvern, Ark., died Friday, February 8, 2019. She is survived by her daughter, Kristine Perito of Hot Springs; brother, Stanley Czyzewski of Ohio and niece, Lisa Lomis of Virginia. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2200. Mary’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– MARIANNA — Henry Foster, 89, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2019. He was born on Sunday, October 6, 1929. There are no services scheduled at this time. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, at 621 West Chestnut Street in Marianna, Arkansas, 72360, (870) 295-2528, has charge of arrangements. You may view online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ Marianna.

–––––❖––––– MAYFLOWER — Scarlett Love Laughter passed peacefully in the arms of family on Friday February 1st, 2019. She was born at 8:52 p.m., and met the eyes of Jesus that same day. Scarlett is the daughter of Juanita McMahan and Kenneth Laughter. She is survived by her older brother: Liam Laughter. Please share your love and support with the family at griffinleggettconway.com.

–––––❖––––– MORRILTON — Burl Leon Hurley, “Poppa”, age 91, of Morrilton, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019. He was born June 10, 1927 in Hector, a son of the late Berthal Hurley and the late Nola Tackett Hurley. He was the owner of Hurley Oil Company. He was a member of Morrilton First Presbyterian Church, Lions Club, 33rd Mason-Morrilton Lodge #105, Shriner, and a hunting and fishing enthusiast. He was an amazing man, role model, father, and grandfather. He had a big heart and loved all his family deeply.

Survivors include his wife of 66 years: Ruby Sample Hurley; children: Lea Ann Moore of Conway, Dennis Hurley of North Little Rock; sister: Margie Eakin-Brannon of Atkins; grandchildren: Ashley Moore, Robert Moore, Andrea Moore, Max Hurley, and Samantha Hurley; and great-grandchild: Theo Prothroe Hurley. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-father: Joe Hurley; brother: Geral Don Hurley; and sister: Loraine Reed.

Memorial service will be 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 11, 2019 at Morrilton First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Ainsley Herrick officiating. Private burial will be at Rock Springs Cemetery in Hector at a later date. Family will receive friends following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Morrilton First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

–––––❖––––– MOUNTAIN HOME — A Gathering of Family and Friends for June Diana Bohan, 85, of Mountain Home, was January 27, 2019 at the Kirby Funeral Home. June died January 23, 2019. June is survived by her children, David, Diane Vanbuhler and Susan Nicola. Arrangements by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services. www.kirbyandfamily.com.

–––––❖––––– MOUNTAIN HOME — A Memorial Service for Roland Louis Cusson, 79, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, was January 29, 2019, at Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel. Roland died January 26, 2019. Survived by wife, Donna; daughters, Cheryl-Ann Wika, Kimberly Lengenfelder, and Karen Gross. Arrangements by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services. www.kirbyandfamily.com.

–––––❖––––– MOUNTAIN HOME — A Family Gathering for Eve Rie Laverne Dewey, 73, of Mountain Home, was January 28, at Kirby & Family Funeral Home. Eve died January 27. Survived by children, John Lee, Robert Dillow, David Lee and Ann Shelpman. Arrangements by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services. www.kirbyandfamily.com.

–––––❖––––– MOUNTAIN VIEW — Melvin Dale Chitwood, 80, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away at his home on Friday, February 8, 2019. Melvin was born in Ellington, Missouri on February 23, 1938. Arrangements are pending at this time under the direction of Roller Coffman-Crouch Funeral Home in Mountain View, Arkansas. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/mtview2.

–––––❖––––– QUITMAN — Robert Wayne Saucer, 79, died February 8, 2019 in Heber Springs. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 11, 2019 at West Side First Baptist Church in Greers Ferry, Ark., with visitation one hour prior to service time. Interment at Big Springs Cemetery in Mountain View, Ark. Online obituary www.heberspringsfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– RUSSELLVILLE — Mildred Sue Griffith, 87, of Russellville, died Friday. Graveside Service: 10 a.m., Tuesday, at Rest Haven Memorial Park under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Visitation: Monday from 5 to 6 p.m., at the funeral home. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– STUTTGART — Billy K. Tipton, passed Friday. Survivors are wife, Sally

Bell Jackson

Tipton, son

Larry Tipton, daughter’s Melinda Miller and Stephanie Lewis. Visitation

11 a.m. Sunday with service at

1 p.m. at First Assembly of

God. Memorials can be made to First Assembly of God, 912 N. College, Stuttgart, Ark., 72160.

–––––❖––––– TUCKERMAN — Justin Lee Glasgow of Tuckerman, died Wednesday. Survivors: parents, Donald and Sherry Glasgow, and Lori Abeyta; his children, Gage and Lydia; sister, Autumn Glasgow; stepbrother, Jason Hartsell; stepsisters, Rachel Ethridge, Cristel McPherson. Visitation: Monday, 6-8 p.m. Funeral: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Balch-Johnston Cemetery. www.jacksonsfh.com.

–––––❖––––– WYNNE — Irene Andrews-Champion, 77, of Wynne, died Friday, Feb. 8, 2019, in Little Rock. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at Union Avenue Baptist Church in Wynne. Interment in Johnson Cemetery at Fair Oaks.

Out-of-state

CUMMING, Ga. — Kimberly Ann George Brennan was born July 26, 1966 to

Earl and Linda

George in Stuttgart, Arkansas. She was a member of St.

John’s Lutheran Church. Kimberly attended school in Stuttgart, where she was active in many activities including: Delta Beta Sigma, she was a majorette in the marching band, and she was involved in many civic clubs. After high school, Kimberly attended the University of Central Arkansas as a member of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, and received her Bachelor’s Degree in marketing.

Kimberly’s condition, beginning at age 14, started with Rheumatoid Arthritis, and then was later complicated by Primary Pulmonary Hypertension. Kimberly was a beautiful, brave, stubborn fighter. She overcame these adversities and worked hard to have a very successful career. Kimberly’s career in marketing started with GE in Arkansas, then Jacksonville, Florida, and she eventually made Cumming, Georgia her home. Kimberly’s career allowed her to see and experience cultures around the world. While working with GE, she traveled to such places as Sydney, Milan, Brussels, and Rome these are just a few of the interesting places she visited. Kimberly ended her career as a Marketing Executive for McKesson.

Kimberly had a keen eye for fashion, even if it was just a t-shirt and jeans, she always looked “put together” She was passionate about the fashion industry, interior and marketing design, as well as cooking. Kimberly was a very warm, kindhearted person. She liked meeting people, getting to know them, and how she could bring joy to their lives with her smile, as well as her caring and compassion. Kimberly loved the beach, and as she always said, she was, “happiest on the bright blue seas of the coast”. Kimberly’s love of the beach is where her final resting place will be.

Kimberly was preceded in death by her loving mother, Linda L. George. Kimberly is survived by her fiance, Henry Hoffman of Atlanta, Ga., her loving furry companions Jack and Molly, her father, Earl F. George of Stuttgart, Arkansas, brother, Kenneth Earl George of Stuttgart, sister Kathy (Jim) Ellis of Gulf Shores, Alabama, sister, Kerry Knowlton of Stuttgart, Arkansas and her niece and nephews, Brandi and Will Knowlton, Gavin Carter and James and Joseph Ellis and a host of family and friends.

Services for Kimberly will be held at Cumming Baptist Church on February 16 at 5 p.m. with the Rev. James Thalacker presiding. Services for friends and family in Arkansas will be held Saturday, February 16, at 10 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 205 E 5th St. in Stuttgart.

Kimberly request that memorials be made to American Lung Association designated for PAH. Also to the American Heart Association and the Children’s Heart Foundation for Congenital Heart Defect Research. https://www. lung.org/lung-health-and-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/pulmonary-arterial-hypertension/ diagnosing-treating-pul-arterial-hypertension.html; https:// www2.heart.org/site/SPageNavigator/chf_donation.html. Online guestbook www.turpin-co.com.

–––––❖––––– HUMBLE, Texas — Funeral for Billie Faye Taylor of Humble, Texas, formerly of Blevins, 10am on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Brazzel/Cornish Funeral Home with Bro. Ed Woods officiating. Burial Union Grove Cemetery. Visitation 6 to 8pm Sunday, February 10, 2019. Arrangements Brazzel/Cornish The Funeral Home Prescott, Eddie Brazzel, Director. Online registry: www. brazzelfuneralhomes.com

–––––❖––––– JOAQUIN, Texas — Roy Eugene Oden, 73, of Joaquin, Texas, formerly of Crossett, died February 6. Celebration of Life Service 2 p.m., February 10Medders Funeral Home, 1564 Hwy 52 W, Crossett, Ark. Visitation 6-8 p.m. February 9 at funeral home. For full obituary, go to meddersfuneralhome.com or call (870)3646171 “Celebrating Life.”