Pulaski County

Rev. RICKY L. CALHOUN SR., 66, of Little Rock transitioned from this life on August 3, 2019. Ricky was passionate about serving people and had a passion for the funeral business. He attended Dallas Institute of Funeral Services where he graduated as a licensed Funeral Director. His journey into the funeral business began at OT Smith Funeral Home and later on to Dubission Funeral Home. It was the late 80’s when Ricky ventured off to start Calhoun Funeral Home on Main Street in North Little Rock. As his passion grew, business grew and moved into a bigger facility in Southwest Little Rock renaming to Calhoun-Wilson Funeral Service. In 2017 he became Chief Executive of his sons’ funeral home, at Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Jearldine Calhoun, two children Nicole L. Calhoun, Ricky L. Calhoun, Jr. (Lorin), a bonus son Gary Brown, Jr. and seven grandchildren.

Mr. Calhoun will lay in State from 1-4 p.m. at Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service 7117 Geyer Springs Rd. LR, Ark. Family Hour will be August 9, 2019 from 6-7 p.m. and Funeral Service will be August 10, 2019 at 11 a.m. both held at King Solomon Baptist Church 1304 Pine St. NLR, Ark. 72114. Professional Services Entrusted to Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service, 7117 Geyer Springs Rd., LR, Ark. 72209 501.904.6982. www. bandcfuneral.com. “Providing Families an Everlasting Service.”

CLARA (KITTY) CLINCH, 68, of Little Rock, Arkansas departed this life Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She is survived by her brothers, James Bryant, Jimmy Bryant, sister, Jimmie Henry, special niece, Mary Sanders, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Service, 11 a.m., Saturday, August 10, 2019, Grace Inter-City Spiritual House of Prayer Baptist Church, 1800 West 16th Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114, Rev. Edward Paige, Pastor. Family Hour 6-7 p.m., Friday, Hubble Memorial Chapel. Services entrusted to Hubble Funeral Home “Serving you with professional care since 1900,” www.hubblefuneralhome.com.

LOUISE EMILY GILL, 88, passed away Monday August 5, 2019. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband Leotis Gill. She leaves to cherish her memory her three sisters; Willamina Holloway, Edith Brown and Lilla Drayton, a niece Roslin Dixon and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 10, 2019, 1 p.m., Greater Christ Temple Pentecostal Church, 1200 Bishop Warren Drive. The family will receive friends tomorrow from 6-7 p.m. at Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church, 501 East 16th Street. Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 5300 West 12th Street (501) 372-4129.

NOLA MARKS HICKS, 99, of Little Rock, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 5, 2019. A Graveside Service will be 3:30 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2019 at Kingsland Cemetery in Kingsland. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to service time at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home, 306 S. Main Street, Benton (501315-4047). Please sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.comballard.

JO BETH HUDGENS, 66, of Little Rock, passed away August 5, 2019. She was born July 5, 1953 in Monticello, Arkansas. Memorial service held at 1 p.m., Friday, August 9, Sardis United Methodist Church, 10715 W. Sardis Road, Bauxite, Arkansas. Visitation following. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Guestbook: www. SmithFamilyCares.com.

CHARLES NORMAN RAMSEY, 75, of North Little Rock died Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at his home. Charles was born June 9, 1944 in Helena, Arkansas to Charles Edward Ramsey and Norma (Hudgins) Ramsey. He was a clerk for the Union Pacific Railroad and in the Arkansas National Guard. Survivors include his wife, Sandra (Ingram) Ramsey, one son, Matt Ramsey, one daughter, Andrea Ramsey, one step-daughter, Dana Neely. Charles was preceded in death by his father and mother. Anyone who knew Charles loved him. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Sept. 21, 2019 at First United Methodist Church in Des Arc with memorial services immediately following at 2 p.m. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Garth Funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to CURE PSP. www.garthfuneralhome.com.

ROBERT JAMES “BOB” SHELL, 88, passed away August 6, 2019. He was the 1st of two sons born to Roscoe and Gladys Shell. Bob graduated from Little Rock High at 16 and joined the Navy at 17.

Bob married Ginny Brooks on April 7, 1973. They have five children. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Butchie. He is survived by his children, Linda (Mark) Squires, Vicki Doss, Scott, Cathy (Terral) Gammill, and Allison (John) Nelson; grandchildren, Christy, Mandy, Josh, John Mark, Bridgette, Lacey, Robert, Claire, Andi, Emma and Brooklyn; 8 great-grandchildren.

Bob joined The Baldwin Company as a timekeeper in 1950. His work ethic and eagerness to learn the business propelled him up through the company in just about every roll. In July of 1983, he promoted to President of The Baldwin Company and later that year changed the name to Baldwin & Shell Construction Co. He was actively involved in the Association of General Contractors, both locally and nationwide and was selected as a Lifetime Director of AGC, the most highly respected trade organization in the construction industry. He took the company to one of the top 400 construction companies in the country as documented in Engineering News Record. The significance of this achievement is that all the work was performed within the boundaries of the State of Arkansas!

His passion for his community and helping others allowed him to serve on countless boards. He and Ginny developed a love for families dealing with Alzheimers disease and one of his proudest accomplishments is building the Ginny and Bob Shell Alzheimer’s Center at Parkway Village. He also served on the board of Alzheimers Arkansas, Centennial Bank, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, 50 for the Future, to name a few. His love for Baptist Health allowed him to serve on the Foundation Board for 25 years.

With all of his awards, accomplishments and affiliations, he was most proud of being a husband and father. He made the choice to only take construction work within the state so he could be home every night for dinner and would never miss one of his kids’ games or events. His love for travel took he and Ginny all over the world. He was an avid Razorback fan and voracious reader. Also a faithful friend, he and his best friend Jack Ramer had lunch every Thursday for over 50 years!

He accepted Christ at 20 when he went to church with his inlaws. He always said that decision changed his life. He was a devoted believer and he was not shy about making that known. He often began speeches with how the Lord had blessed him and that by tithing his income, the Lord continued to bless him with more. He modeled servant leadership and was humble and kind to all he came in contact with.

A Memorial Service celebrating Bob’s life will be held at 3:30 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2019 at Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N. Shackleford, with a reception following. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 8 from 5-7 at Roller Chenal Funeral Home. A private family burial will be held earlier.

Memorials may be made in Bob’s name to Immanuel Baptist Church, Alzheimers Arkansas or World Services for the Blind. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

ARDIMESE SHERMAN born May 5, 1921 in Eagle Bend, Miss., to the late William and Joanna Dabney. She was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 5, 2019 surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Ardimese was devout Catholic and faithful member of St. Helena of the Cross Catholic church. Later, she became a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church until her death. She was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Steve Sherman and did not have any children.

She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers: Archie Little John, William Dabney Jr., four sisters: Aretha Dabney, Lela Mitchell, Millie Tyson, Etta Little John and husband Steve Sherman.

She leaves to cherish her memory a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, and friends Funeral services will be Saturday August 10, 2019, 11 a.m. at St. Augustine Catholic Church 1421 E. 2nd st. North Little Rock. A rosary will be said from 6 til 7 p.m. at the funeral Home. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark.

STEPHEN EARL STATEN, 69, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019 at his home in Little Rock. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday, August 10 at Greenwood Delta Funeral Home in Greenwood, Miss., with interment in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery near Holcomb, Miss. Rev. Dennis Gossett will officiate. Visitation is from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service.

Steve was born August 17, 1949 in Starkville, Miss., to the late Nancy and Lee Staten of Stuttgart, Ark., and was a graduate of MS State University. He had lived in Memphis, Stuttgart and Dallas before settling in Little Rock where he spent the past 25 years. He was an avid reader who never met a stranger. He was also a retired business manager.

He is survived by his sister, Michele Ives of Wheatley, Ark.; two brothers, Bob Staten and his wife Lynn of Little Rock, Ark., Craig Staten of Lexington, Miss.; and six nieces and nephews, Jennifer Baugh (Chris), Jacqueline Fowler, Clint Butcher (Machelle), Brooke Bryan (Cory), Robert Staten, Parker Staten and a host of other family and friends.

Pallbearers are Clint Butcher, Robert Staten, Parker Staten, Cory Bryan, Bobby Wofford and Chris Baugh, Mike Cooper will serve as an honorary pallbearer. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, St. Jude Children’s research hospital or the charity of donor’s choice. An online guestbook may be signed at www.greenwooddeltafh.com. Greenwood Delta Funeral Home 1008 Sgt. John Pittman Dr., Greenwood, Miss. 38930.

ANNA ULLRICH, of Little of Rock. The story of a life well-lived isn’t told in words. It’s told by the laugh lines on a face, the love that is shared freely and generously with family and friends, the memories made and treasured with children and grandchildren and perhaps, above all, the way folks feel when they are with you. The life of Anna Bertha Ihle Ullrich was exceptional, yet simple, as she lived a life measured not by material things, but by love and good deeds, and the desire to always nurture and care for those around her. A well-lived life by every definition.

Born October 8, 1925 in the small town of Paris, Ark., Anna grew up on a farm, where she learned the values of family and a strong work ethic. These beliefs were her moral compass, providing a rich foundation for the family she built with the love of her life, Anthony Ullrich. The couple was blessed with a beautiful marriage that lasted for 70 years, setting an example for generations of Ullrichs.

As Anna and Anthony’s family grew, so did her involvement in local organizations and activities. She proudly served the local Girl Scouts as a troop leader, where she made a lasting impression on many young girls’ lives, taking them camping, hiking, teaching outdoor cooking skills and doing countless arts and crafts.

Anna also worked as a cook in the school cafeteria at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Little Rock for more 10 years. She loved cooking a variety of foods, but had a special love for homemade cakes, pies, noodles and dumplings. She also had a strong love for sewing, embroidering and crochet. She made her children’s clothes and the most beautiful wedding dresses for several of her children’s weddings. Later in life she took up crochet, creating baby blankets, afghans and hot mats for family, friends and neighbors as well as hundreds of hats for cancer patients.

A woman of tremendous faith, Anna was an active member of the Catholic Church at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Little Rock for 62 years. She was involved in many ministries including the Ladies Alter Society, the choir, fund raising, and funeral dinner services. Upon spending time in Texas to be closer to family, her faith only grew stronger, and she developed a great love for her new Holy Cross Catholic Church family in The Colony.

Observing nature and its glory gave Anna much joy, as she saw beauty in all of God’s creatures — especially flowers and birds. Her favorites were the White Rose and the Cardinal, or as Anna would say “Red Bird.” Cardinals are a symbol of love and good deeds, and her family knows that when they see one of Anna’s beautiful “Red Birds,” they know she is near and watching over them.

Anna was preceded in death by her father, Leo Ihle; and mother, Bertha Ihle; brother, Charles Ihle; two daughters-in-law, Phyllis Ullrich and Darlene Ullrich; and two granddaughters, Linda Ullrich and Stephanie Ullrich. She is survived by her loving husband, Anthony Ullrich; five children, John Ullrich of Rosebud, Ark., Gilbert Ullrich of Prescott, Ark., Paul Ullrich of Texarkana, Ark., Cathy (Ullrich) Swiderski (Ed) from Chester, N.H., and Betty (Ullrich) Jones (Kerry) of The Colony, Texas, and her kid sister, Mildred (Tiny)(Ihle) Stehle. In addition to her children, Anna leaves behind 10 grandchildren: Angela Noggle (Jimmy) from Rose Bud, Ark., John Michael Ullrich (Eve) from Portland, Ore., Tonya Munnerlyn (Darren) from Humphry, Ark., Jamie Berger (Shawn) from Searcy, Ark., David Swiderski (Brittney) from Wells, Maine, Alyssa Swiderski from Chester, N.H., Parker Jones from The Colony, Texas, Logan Jones from The Colony, Texas, as well as eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation is Friday, August 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home, followed by The Rosary at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church on Saturday, August 10 at 10 a.m. followed by a graveside burial at Forest Hills Cemetery.

A memorial Mass will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in The Colony, Texas. Donations in Anna’s memory may be made to the Anna Ullrich Memorial Fund at Holy Cross Catholic Church in The Colony, Texas, which will be used for a dedication stained glass window. Please visit www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com for the online guest book.

MARGARET SUE WILLIAMS, age 95, of Little Rock, Ark., formerly of Warren, Ark., died Sunday, August 4 at the Comfort Hospice Care in Little Rock, Ark. Graveside services 2 p.m. Saturday, August 10, Oakland Cemetery by Frazer’s. Burial in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation before the graveside Saturday at Oakland Cemetery, www.frazerfuneralhome.com.