In Loving Memory
his wife, Kelli, also of Jonesboro, and Mike Culpepper and his wife, Chiyuki, of Virginia, her daughter, Lori Dinsmore and her husband, Jon, of Saranac, Michigan; four grandchildren, Lee, Cody, and Julia Culpepper, and Ciaran Dinsmore.
Glenda was also preceded in death by her sister, Roylyn Humble Taylor.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials take the form of contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 11300 N. Rodney Parham Road, Ste. 205-A, Little Rock, AR 72212, or to the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Peggy Mae Allbritton Sparks
Peggy Mae Allbritton Sparks, age 76, of Benton, left to be with the Lord on November 2, 2020. She was born May 22, 1944 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late William Arnett Allbritton, Sr. and Nealie Allbritton Fielder.
As a child she lived in Gourdneck on Grandpa’s (Green) Mountain outside of Magnet Cove, AR. As a teenager the family relocated to Little Rock where she attended Central High School. After high school she worked at Timex until 1974. She moved to San Diego, CA with her husband where they raised their two daughters. Second to caring for her family she loved tending to her rose garden. In 1986 they returned home to Arkansas to be with and care for their family members. Which she did with remarkable grace, joy and love. She was a true caregiver at heart.
Along with the love she had for her family she had a great fondness for roses, panda bears, puzzles and Elvis gospel music. She was our rock, guiding force, the center of our world and the greatest Blessing of our lives.
She is preceded in death by her devoted husband John Arthur Sparks, two sisters Marion Allbritton and Baby girl “Lil Sis” Allbritton, three brothers Junior Allbritton, Fred Allbritton and Edward Allbritton.
She is survived by one sister, Marjorie Allbritton Hammond of Beebe, AR; two stepsons, Johnny Sparks of AR and children (Paul Sparks and Phillip Sparks), Jerry Sparks of TX and children (Matthew Sparks, Nathan Sparks and Daniel Sparks); two daughters, Kimberly Miller and Karla Cochran of Benton, AR; four grandchildren Peggy Mae Cochran (Michael Simpson), Morgan Cochran (Gary Phillips, Jr.), Jessica Miller (Matt LaFlamme), John Miller (Sydney Cyr) of Benton, AR; and two great grandchildren Ashlyn Grace Rose Parrish and Isabella Lily Marie Cochran.
Pallbearers: Honoring their beloved Mamaw her four grandchildren will be carrying her to her final resting place. Peggy Cochran, Morgan Cochran, Jessica Miller and John Miller assisted by Fred Cochran, Gary Phillips, Jr. and Matt LaFlamme.
Visitation will be Thursday, November 5th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ashby Funeral Home @ 108 W. Narroway St., Benton, AR.
Funeral services will be held 11:00am Friday, November 6, 2020 at Ashby Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Pine Crest Memorial Park @ 7401 AR-5 N., Alexander, AR.
On-line guest book www. ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Rev. Roosevelt Fraction
Rev. Roosevelt Fraction was born in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Bertha (Hughes) and Samuel Fraction on February 23, 1934. He departed this life on November 1, 2020 in Malvern, Arkansas. He is proceeded in death by his parents and brother, Willie F. Fraction.
Roosevelt is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Mary Wade-Fraction. His memories will forever be etched in the hearts of his children, Penny Fraction, Valrico, Florida; Kenneth Fraction, Springfield, Illinois; Demetrius Fraction and Terrance Fraction of Chicago, Illinois and extended daughters Pamela Brown and Wendy Brown of Houston, Texas. One sister-in-Law Ona Faye Gee, brother-inlaw’s Grimes “Chip” Wade and Anthony Wade all from Nacogdoches, Texas. He also leaves to mourn many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives, friends and neighbors who will immensely miss him.
There will be a walkthrough visitation on Friday, November 6, 2020, at Brandon's Mortuary in Malvern, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. His Home Going Celebration will be held at 1:00 pm., Saturday, November 7, 2020, at the Bank OZK Stage, in Malvern. His earthly body will be laid to rest at Church of God in Christ Cemetery in Malvern. Roosevelt’s full obituary and online guestbook are available at www. brandonsmortuary.com.
Ronald Lynn Wright
On October 31, 2020, Ronald Lynn Wright, 66, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born to Eunice Blackwell Wright and Aubrey Lynn Wright in Mena, Arkansas, on May 7, 1954.
Ron was predeceased by his father, Aubrey Lynn Wright, in 1983. He is survived by his mother Eunice Verrett, sister Brenda Wright, and niece Sarah Teague, all of Hot Springs.
Surviving him are his wife of almost 45 years, Connie Thornton Wright of Bismarck; daughter Rachel Wright-Dobbs (Bryan) of Pawleys Island, SC; son Nathan Wright (Rechelle) of Little Rock; and son Jesse Wright (Jessie) of Bismarck. Also surviving Ron are eight grandchildren, from age 22 to age 2: Carter Wright, Haylee Dobbs, Faith Dobbs, Emma Inscore, Tyler Dobbs, Aubrey Wright, Archie Wright, and Ronald Jesse (RJ) Wright. The newest loved one is great-grandchild, Oslo Inscore-Poole.
There will be an informal service to celebrate Ron’s life at the Bismarck High School football stadium at 2:00, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. Please follow COVID-19 precautions in regard for others in attendance. Memorials may be made by donating to CARTI in Little Rock or the Garage Church in Hot Springs.
A complete obituary may be found at www.smithfamilycares.com through Ruggles-Wilcox in Arkadelphia
Mary A. Hughes
Mary A Hughes, 82 of Malvern, AR passed on October 29, 2020. Mary was born on November 27, 1937 in Chiderster, AR. She is survived by her cousin Velma Jones of Brown Deer, Wisconsin and caretaker Ruby Ollison of Malvern, AR. Memorial Service: 11am Saturday, October 7, 2020 at the
Savannah Wright Johnson Memorial Chapel. Pastor Orlando Freeman will serve as the Officiant. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors www. samuelvanceandsons. com 337-0100
Bennie Ray Roberts
Bennie Ray Roberts, 93, of Hot Springs, formerly of Prattsville, was born October 9, 1927 to William Benjamin Roberts and Alice “Reynolds” Roberts. On November 4, 2020 he left to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior who had prepared a place for him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 69 years Dorothy “Hathcock” Roberts and sisters, Millie Stuckey and Shirley Bean, brothers, Frank Roberts and Robert Lee Roberts all of Prattsville and George Calvin Roberts of Texas. He was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Wendy Denise Williams and great-grandson, Lawson Dale Lewis. B.R. was a longtime member of Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church.
Surviving him are his daughters, Belva Bailey and Benna Williams (Dennis) of Hot Springs, sons, Marvin Roberts (Betty Wright) of Prattsville, Eddie Roberts (Trish) of Bismarck. He also has many beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-grandson, and many nieces and nephews. He was very blessed to have as his caregiver for many years, Brenda Hammock.
B.R. was called twice to serve in the Army, stateside in WWII and again during the Korean War, when he stated he was a terror tank operator. In his early career, he was a lumberjack during logging seasons in Oregon, until truck driving got into his blood. BR-549 drove many years for ARKLA, and at the time he retired he was Shop Supervisor of ARKLA Meter Shop in Sheridan.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church in Prattsville with Bro. Don Goodman and Bro. Jace Roberts officiating. Pallbearers will be the deacons of Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Jacob’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Sweet Home Church of Jacobs’s Cemetery c/o Heather Dunn 203 Grant 481, Prattsville, AR 72129.
Arrangements by Buie Funeral Home of Sheridan (870) 942-3231. Sign online guestbook at www.buiefuneralhome.com.
Frances Elvy Burns
Frances Elvy Burns, age 76 of Malvern, died Friday, October 30, 2020 at her home. She was born on January 12, 1944 in Macon, Georgia to the late Ben Blount and Lois Baker Blount. Reared and educated in Georgia, she had been a resident of Malvern since 1978. For most of her working life she had been a nurse’s assistant. Frances loved to crochet and to go dancing. According to her family, she was the best cook in the world! She was a Baptist by denomination.
Survivors include her husband, Dale Burns, to whom she was married on August 22, 1966 in Panama City, Florida; her children, Diana Johnson, Cynthia Lynn Denham, and Bridgette McJunkins, all of Malvern; Tanya Neese and her husband, Waylon, of Mississippi, and Terri Noble of Hot Springs; five grandchildren, Rodney, Amber, Lisa, Nico, and Daryl; and three great-grandchildren, Autumn, Summer, and Caleb.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Billy Ray Burns, and by a great-granddaughter, Harley Neese.
Graveside services were held on Monday morning, November 2, 2020 at ten o’clock at Shadowlawn Cemetery, under the direction of J. A. Funk Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Joyce Gray
Joyce Gray, age 83, of Malvern passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2020 at Encore Nursing and Rehab. She was born, in Malvern, the daughter of the late Elmer and Anna Belle Bailey Gray. Joyce was 1 ½ years old when her mother passed away from pneumonia. She was raised by her grandmother, Leona Gray, until her father remarried Helen Gray. Joyce lived in Malvern until she moved to California, where she worked as an office manager until she retired. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Edward Gray and sister, Margaret Cothren.
She is survived by her brothers, Harold Gray and Richard Gray; sister, Wanda Gray; nephews, Jeff Gray, Phillip Gray, Allen Brown, Chris Gary and JD Cothren and nieces, Terri Kane and Kathy Reeves.
Graveside services will be Sunday, November 8 at 2:00pm at Harp Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Morris Paul Davis
Morris Paul Davis, age 62, of Malvern passed away November 7, 2020 at his home. He was born April 27, 1958, in Malvern, to Claude Dalton and Dorothea Sue Paul Davis. He was of the Baptist faith and loved to fish and hunt. He was preceded in death by his father, Claude Davis and a sister, Sharon Mosby.
Survivors include his mother, Dorothea Tillery of Malvern; wife, Betty Sue Davis of Malvern; son, Harley Davis of Caddo Valley; daughters, Marlo Franks and Angie Mathews both of Malvern; two brothers, Tony Davis and Doug (Diana) Davis; one sister, Rebekah Sampson; four grandchildren, Laci Fowler, Josalyn Korsmo, Tori Powell and Koty Hightower and 3 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 10th from 4pm to 8pm with the family at funeral home for 6pm to 8pm. Please follow Covid-19 guidelines with social distancing and wearing mask.
Cremation arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Eula Mae Hughes Rook
Eula Mae Hughes Rook, age 82, of Donaldson, passed from this life on Sunday, November 8th, 2020, at Twin Rivers Health and Rehabilitation. She was born on May 17th,1938, in Damascus, Arkansas, the daughter of Frank and Eva Holland Hughes. She was a charter member of Calvary Baptist Church in Malvern. She served the Lord as a deacon’s wife, a Sunday School teacher, Program Director for the Women’s Missionary Union, and church custodian. She also worked in Calvary’s Clothes Closet and sang in the choir where she often would sing special music. Eula was a homemaker. She was a great cook and knew each family member’s favorite food, always preparing it for family gatherings. She was a talented seamstress making many beautiful pieces of clothing for her family and friends. Eula enjoyed listening to and singing gospel music, camping with her family and friends, walking 8 miles per day, and watching basketball, especially when her children or grandchildren were playing or coaching. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 60 years, Robert Rook, her twin brother, Julius Hughes, brothers Jason Hughes and Toy Hughes, and sisters Vertie Luten, Velva George, Eloise Davis, and Erma Dee Green.
Eula is survived by one son, Lynn Rook (Debbie) of Arkadelphia, and two daughters, Carol Rook (Kent) of Little Rock and Cindy (Stony) Evans of Bismarck, four grandchildren, Chad Rook (Cassie), Jeremy Rook (Tosha), Mandy Stephenson (Shane), and Conner Wood, and seven great-grandchildren, Kailyn, Rylie, Brady, Cooper, Case, Millie Louise, and Everett, one brother, Charles Hughes, of Donaldson, numerous nephews and nieces, and her church family.
A walk through viewing will be on Wednesday, November 11th, from 4:006:00.
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 12th, 2020 at 2:00 at Pleasant Hill Haven of Rest Cemetery off Highway 222 in Donaldson with Bro. Jim Owens officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Calvary Baptist Church.
For the safety and respect of those in attendance, please, follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
On behalf of Eula’s love and support for missions, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for the Southern Baptist International Missions. Memorials may be sent to Calvary Baptist Church 1267 Ford Drive Malvern, AR 72104.
Final arrangements are entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia. Visit www.welchfh.net to sign the guestbook.
Barbara Louise Jenkins
Barbara Louise Jenkins, 86, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord November 8, 2020. She was born August 7, 1934, in Elaine, Arkansas, to Selphie and Alice (Wake) Moore.
Barbara loved the Lord, was of the Baptist faith, and always enjoyed fellowshipping with neighbors and friends. Along with raising and caring for her family, she found great joy in extending her love to a number of other children.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 48 years, Olen Jenkins; and brother, Tom Moore.
Survivors include son, Gary Jenkins; daughter, Carole Tarkington (Steve); brothers, Danny Moore (Olga), Jimmy Carroll (Linda), Joseph Moore; sister-inlaw, Rebecca Moore; seven grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at a later date.
Online condolences www.caruth-hale.com. at
CB Block, 86 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Saturday, November 7, 2020 in Malvern, AR. CB was born October 10, 1934 in Monticello, Arkansas to the late Cleveland and Artie Owens Block. CB attended New Light School, in Drew County, Monticello, Arkansas.CB and Rebie was joined together in holy matrimony on April 25, 1959. They were married for 61 years, In 1964 CB moved his wife and children from Monticello, Arkansas to Malvern, Arkansas. CB and Rebie raised eight children.CB worked at Amoco Foam Products Co. and Pactiv Corporation for many yeas. CB was preceded in death by his sons: CB Block Jr. and Randy Block. CB leaves to cherish his memories his wife; Rebie Block of Malvern; sons: Jerry Block of Lola, KS, Larry Block of Hot Springs, AR, Gary Block of Malvern, AR, Pended Block of Salt Lake City, UT and Billy Shepherd of Monticello, AR; daughters: Linda Faye Cooper (Kenny) of Wichita, KS, Vatries Gulley (Johnie) of Malvern, AR, Masie (Peggy) Babb of Hot Springs, AR and Audrey Block of Malvern, AR; grandchildren, great-grandkids and special godson Darryle Tippens. Walk Through Visitation: 2p-6p Friday, November 11 at funeral home. Funeral:11a Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Deliverance Temple Institute COGIC (MASK REQUIRED). Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors www.samuellvanceandsons.com 337-0100
Corretta McNeil
Corretta McNeil 80 of North Little Rock, AR was born June 28, 1940 to the late Robert Calvin and Rosie Lee Holley in Arkansas City, Arkansas.
She attended Arkansas City Public Schools.
After 47 years of service Corretta retired from the Chicago Police Department in 2015. In 2016 she moved back to Arkansas. Corretta united with the body of Christ at Gaines Street Baptist Church (The Church at Gaines Street) under the leadership of Rev. J.B. Minix, Sr
Viewing: 10a-10:50a November 11, 2020 at Gaines Street MBC in Little Rock, AR. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance Funeral Directors www.samuellvanceandsons.com 337-0100
Grace Eleanor (Moline) Fletcher
Grace Eleanor (Moline) Fletcher was born to Maurice and Mildred (Johnson) Moline on March 17, 1932, in Wahoo, Nebraska.
Grace graduated from High School in Mead, Nebraska in 1949. On February 24, 1950, she eloped with Richard Fletcher to Vermillion, South Dakota, where they were married at the Lutheran pastor’s parsonage with the pastor’s wife as their witness. They were married 65 years.
While Richard was serving in the Marine Corps in Korea, Grace stayed with her folks and gave birth to their first child. After the war, Grace made a home for them as Richard attended the university in Fort Collins, Colorado. He began a long career as a forester, working for the U.S. Forest Service in Colorado and Wyoming, and the Arkansas Forestry Commission. As the family moved around, four more children were added to the family, all born in different locations.
Grace loved being a mother and homemaker, but
also worked in various jobs over the years, once owning her own clothing store. After Richard’s retirement from the Forestry Commission in Arkansas in 1993, he and Grace built a house in Colorado. Desiring more flexibility, they sold that house and bought an RV. As Grace said, they became “vagabonds,” and the lifestyle allowed them to be camp hosts and to be with their son in Colorado when his health failed. Eventually, they settled in Harrison, Arkansas for thirteen years and then a retirement community in Arizona for two years. After Richard’s death in 2015, Grace made her home in Brighton, Colorado, to be near her daughter Sara.
Grace was always active in her Lutheran Church wherever she lived, and volunteer activities were an integral part of her life. She pieced fabric and quilted, giving many of her pieces to charities while supplying family members with beautiful quilts that will remind them of her love. She made a pilgrimage to the farm her grandparents left in Malmo, Sweden. She mastered the computer and became the family’s “minister of information,” keeping everyone connected.
Grace was preceded in death by her parents; her sister Evonne Johnson; infant brother, Maurice Moline, Jr.; her husband Richard; and their son, Richard Fletcher, Jr. in 1999. Grace is survived by four daughters: Jolene Fletcher (Douglas King), Julie Fletcher-Tighe (Michael Tighe), Sara (David) Gremel, and Karen Fletcher. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Interment will be at New Elmwood Cemetery in Fruita, Colorado.
Roy Lynn “Runt” Fite
Roy Lynn “Runt” Fite, age 66, of Malvern passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020 at home. He was born November 7, 1954, in Malvern, the son of Lloyd Alvin and Helen Bernice Henson Fite. Roy was a shipping supervisor for Acme Brick for over 30 years and retired as a shipping supervisor. He was a Ham Radio Operator. He was a member and deacon at Third Assembly of God Church and Lono/ Rolla Volunteer Fire Department. Roy enjoyed fishing and camping. Other than his father, he is preceded in death by his wife, whom he married on May 20, 1976, Phoebe Fite; son, Troy Fite; granddaughter, Ivy Balding; grandson, Arlo Wright and sister, Delilah Patton.
Survivors, mother, Bernice Robinson; daughters, Tracie Wright (Jamie) and Tanya Balding (Mark); granddaughter, Jewel Balding; brothers, Charles Fite, Sr. and Ervin Fite (Sheila); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, November 15 at 2:00pm at Lono Cemetery with Reverend Barney Fuller and Reverend Gerald Williams officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to service, also at cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charles Fite, Jr., Zakkary Benn, Tony Edwards, Joseph Jones, Jamie Wright, Mark Balding, Earnest Fite, Jr. and Darren Fite. Honorary pallbearers will the Lono/Rolla Volunteer Fire Department.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Michael Bell Michael Bell, age
67, of Malvern passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at National Park Medical Center. He was born August 17, 1953, in Malvern, the son of the late William Orville and Mamie Inez Johnson Bell. Michael was a member of the Sometimes Sideways band, Big Foot Hunting Club and New Beginnings Church. He also served in the Army National Guard, where he did a 6 mile run on Veteran’s Day with the US flag. Michael loved to ride his Harley, traveling, hunting, cooking and gardening. He was a friend to all and loved being a father and grandfather.
Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by sister, Louise Keisler; brother, Bill Bell; son, Tommy Bell; stepson, Brett Davis and nephew, Stephen Keisler.
Michael is survived by his wife, of 22 years, Carolyn Beason Bell; daughter, Monica Bell Heath of Malvern; step-daughter, Crystal Davis; grandchildren, Taylor Horne, Macy Horne, Makenzy Horne, Thomas Heath, Christian Heath, Colton Davis and Kamryn Swiger and many friends, too many to count.
Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, November 17 at 10:30am at Upper Antioch Cemetery with Brother Kevin Hunt officiating. Pallbearers will be Marlin Bailey, David Baum, Colton Davis, Wayne Swayze, Dennis Nix, James Newberry, John Gilbreth and Chris Gray. Honorary Pallbearers will be Preston Rogers, Dr. Ed Costello, John Osbourne, Justin Corley and members of the Sometimes Sideways Band and Big Foot Hunting Club. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 17 from 9:00-10:00am at Regency Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Roswitha M. Holst
Roswitha M. Holst, 70 of Fordyce, died Friday November 13, 2020. She was born February 4, 1950 in Munich, Germany. She is preceded in death by her parents Barton Ross George and Thelma Houser George, by the love of her life James W. Holst and by her son Daniel J. Holst. She was a retired CNA who loved the Lord, her children, and her dogs.
She is survived by her three daughters: Misty Holst of Fordyce, Amy (Lance) Reynolds of Hampton, and Angel (Shane) Morris of Fordyce; her sister Lynda Creamer of Taneytown, Maryland; eight grandchildren: Jackson, Austin, Cody, Hannah, Joe, Kayla, Will, and Juliet; and one great grandchild.
A graveside memorial service will be held 2PM Saturday at Lono Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Morning Meadow Rescue, PO Box 398, Fordyce, AR 71742 and UCAPS, PO Box 204, El Dorado, AR 71730. Arrangements are by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.
Stanley Gray Whitlow
Stanley Gray Whitlow, age 78 of Malvern, died on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 in Hot Springs. He was born in Minden, Louisiana on July 19, 1942 to the late Leo Whitlow and Clara Belle Gray Whitlow. Reared and receiving his early education in Shreveport, he later attended Ouachita Baptist University, earning his B.A. degree. Stanley received his M.S.E. at Henderson State University and began his teaching career, from which he retired in 2010. He had been a resident of Malvern since 1971. Stanley was a member of First Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon, and teaching the men’s Sunday School Class.
He is survived by his wife, Esther Williams Whitlow, to whom he was married on May 29, 1964 in Berry Chapel on the campus of Ouachita Baptist University; by his son, Trevor Whitlow and his wife, Jennifer of Malvern; his daughter, Shauna Hopkins and her husband, Dr. Robert Hopkins of Little Rock; eight grandchildren, Caleb, Duncan, and Hayden Whitlow, Dallas and Connor Lewis, Will, Hunter, and Palmer Hopkins; and three great-grandchildren, Blaiklyn Catlett, Alana Whitlow, and Ridge Whitlow.
Stanley was also preceded in death by his twin-sister, Sue Whitlow Dees, and a brother, Henry Whitlow.
A memorial service will be held in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church in Malvern on Saturday morning, November 21, 2020 at eleven o’clock with Brother Rick Dees, and Billy Bartlett officiating.
A visitation will begin at ten-thirty in the sanctuary.
COVID-19 guidelines must be followed: by the wearing of a mask and physically distancing.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Family Life Center, 531 South Main Street, Malvern, Arkansas 72104.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Barbara Ann Church
Barbara Ann Church, age 81, of Malvern passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020. She was born December 13, 1938, in Little Rock, the daughter of the late Fred and Martha Ferguson. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, James L. Church and one brother and one sister.
Survivors, son, Mike Church of Malvern; daughters, Kelly Worthington (Thomas) of Malvern and LaDonna Byrd (Tracy) of Malvern; grandchildren, Paige Floriani (Josh), Sarah Gassman, Cameron Gassman, Sarah Beth Worthington, Brittney Jones (Brian), Steven Byrd, Kyle Byrd, Christopher Church and Hunter Church and several great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Wednesday, November 18 from 5:00-7:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 19 at 2:00pm at Francois Cemetery with Brother Eric Ivy officiating. Pallbearers will be Danny Boles, John Dugan, Doug Young, Shawn Wunderlick, Ricky Hathcock and Ronnie Finley. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff at Arbor Oaks Nursing and Rehab and CC McDonald
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Marion Yarbero
Marion Yarbero, age 71, of Malvern passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020. She was born August 30, 1949, in Malvern, daughter of the late Charles Dean Morris and Bonnie Morris Hixon. Marion was a retired teacher from R.L. Petty Center/First Step School, where she taught for 25 years. She enjoyed antique shopping and restoring old furniture and spending time with her great granddaughter, Charlee Rose Higdon. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy L. Yarbero; sister, Sharion Lane; brother, Ricky Morris and grandson, Cody Lynn Warwick.
Survivors, daughter, Tammy Higdon-Thompson (Kyle) of Rockport; sons, Chris Hoskins (Kathleen) of Malvern and Jimmy J. Yarbero (Emily) of Sheridan; grandchildren, Gunnar Dakota Higdon (Kat’lyn) of Benton, Devin Yarbero, Joshua Yarbero, Riley Hoskins and Marlie Hoskins; great grandchildren, Charlee Rose Higdon and Addison Doddridge; sister-in-law and dear friend, Joyce Morris.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, November 18 at 2:00pm at Rockport Memorial Gardens with Brother Thomas Gifford officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Pallbearers will be Jenna Wright, Madison Morris, Charlie Morris, Aaron Doddridge, Mark McClard and David McClard. Honorary pallbearers will be Buck and Susie Draper, Paula Draper Paul, Joyce Morris, Kyle Thompson, Joe Martin and Joe Wesson.
Due to COVID the family is not accepting visitors at their home.
Please follow COVID guidelines, social distancing and mask required.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Thersel (PeeWee) Strother
Thersel (PeeWee) Strother, 75, of Friendship passed away Monday, November 16, 2020. He was born on December 16, 1944 in Friendship to Millard and Dollie (McMahan) Strother. He was a lifelong cattleman, a husband, Daddy, Pappaw an friend to many. He served as a Deacon at Riverside Baptist Church and was currently a member of Second Baptist Church of Arkadelphia.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Martha Lou Strother.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Barbara Strother of Friendship; son PeeWee (Sheryl) Strother of Midway; daughters Jamie (Joey) Stiles of Bismarck, Tina (Mike) Gray of Midway, Sara (Bobby) Brandon of Friendship; and grandchildren Zak (Sammie) Gray, Katie (Mason) Carver, Adam (Allison) Strother, Dylan Gray, Zane Gray, Cole Stiles and Jake Brandon; two sisters Frankie (Cordell) Boles of Friendship and Ginger Ashley of Bismarck; along with many nieces and nephews.
Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 18 th at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Friendship with Bro. Louis Heard officiating. Pallbearers will be Zak Gray, Adam Strother, Dylan Gray, Zane Gray, Shane Ashley and Gary Boles.
For the safety of family and friends no formal visitation will be held.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital or Second Baptist Church of Arkadelphia Building Fund.
Melva Smith Mayton
Melva Smith Mayton, 98, passed away November 13, 2020 at Thrive at Augusta, Assisted Living in Augusta, GA. Melva was born on July 21, 1922 in Patmos, Arkansas, to John and Anne Smith.
Following World War II, she married her long time sweetheart, Frank Mayton, on July 18, 1946 in Hope, Arkansas where they lived and welcomed a daughter, Betty, in late 1947. The Mayton’s moved to Malvern, Arkansas in 1951 where together they began Mayton Construction. Mrs. Mayton was active both in the family business, as well as their daughter’s life. She was an active member of Keith Memorial United Methodist Church in Malvern, AR, where she participated in the choir and altar guild. A wonderful cook, she contributed to all special events.
Mrs. Mayton is preceded in death by her parents, her five siblings and her beloved husband, Frank T. Mayton. After his death, she moved to Augusta, GA to be near her daughter and family
She is survived by her daughter, Betty Mayton Powell (Dr. J. Nicholas Powell) of Augusta, GA., and granddaughters, Kathryn Mayton Powell Vincent (Scott) of Nashville, TN and Lauren Nicholas Powell Land (Adam) of Augusta, GA. The light of her life were her great-grandchildren, John Powell Vincent (7), Franklin Samuel Land (5) and Anne Nicholas Mayton Land (3). Mrs. Mayton is also survived by a niece, Patricia Smith Keaton Hendrickson (Gary) of Texarkana, Texas, a sister-in-law, Nancy Mayton, Bryant, AR and many Mayton nieces, nephews and their spouses. She loved all of them and was adored by them.
Special thanks to the staff at Thrive Augusta, Regency Hospice, and her dear friend, Mrs. Willie Felton for her visits and care through these last years.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the New Hope Cemetery in Patmos, AR with Rev. Jeff Ladd officiating. Please follow COVID guidelines, social distancing and face mask required.
Memorial contributions may be made to Keith Memorial United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Thomas Green, 446 Gifford Road, Malvern, AR 72104 or The Church of the Good Shepherd, 2230 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home, Malvern, with special thanks to Poteet Funeral Home in Augusta, GA.
Bonnie Lashlee Smoke
Bonnie Lashlee Smoke passed away Monday, November 16, 2020. Bonnie was born, in Malvern, to Ernest and Dona Tallent Lashlee on June 23, 1928. Bonnie worked at Hot Spring County Memorial Hospital for several years. She enjoyed camping and fishing. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, W.R. (Dude) Smoke and five brothers and one sister.
Survivors are her daughter, Diann Orr (David) of Malvern; son, Shayne Smoke (Tina) of Louisiana; granddaughters, Brandi Jones (Chris) of Malvern, Shannon Smoke (Jaris Byers) of Texas; grandson, Philip Orr (Jennifer) of Malvern and great grandson, Travis Jones (Mackenzie Murrell) of Malvern.
Graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, November 18 at Rockport Cemetery with Brother Doug Clements officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rockport Cemetery Fund, PO Box 182, Malvern, AR 72104.
Special thanks to the staff at The Crossing for the excellent care given during the last 2 years.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Teresa Gail Walker
Teresa Gail Walker age 63, of Malvern, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020. She was born July 23, 1957 in Benton. Teresa was a retired caregiver and a Baptist. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert A. Blair and Betty Raper Blair.
Survivors, husband, J. R. Guynn, Malvern; son, John (Amber) Walker, Rockport, Arkansas; daughter, Bobbie Walker (Walter Parish) Malvern; brother, Jackie McCormack (Rick McCormack), Benton; four grandchildren.
Cremation is by Ashby Funeral Home in Benton.
Family will have a memorial service at a later date.
Online guest book at www. ashbyfuneralhome. com
Ricky Hershel Justus
Ricky Hershel Justus, age 49, of Hot Springs passed away Monday, November 2, 2020. He was born April 15, 1971, in Durant, Oklahoma the son of Hershel and Ruth Ann Weller Justus. Ricky was a mentor for the PAL program and an artist.
Survivors, father and step-mother, Hershel and Jewel Justus of Atoka, Oklahoma; mother, Ruth Ann Sanford of Malvern and step-father, Joe Sanford of Hot Springs; brother, Roger Brown (Anna) of Oklahoma; sisters, Donna Testa (Robert) of Malvern, Laurie Chitwood (Wesley) of Hot Springs, Amanda Hilton of Hot Springs, Aimee Denny (Joey) of North Carolina, Angie Birdsong (Monty) of Atoka, Oklahoma; aunts and uncles, Kenneth and Sue Reed of Malvern, Don and Donna Blair of Little Rock and Richard and Kathleen Walters of Malvern; nieces and nephews, Justin Long (Ashley), Katrina Withers (Justin), Jacob Rivas, Jonah Martinek, Tanner and Lane Brown, Blake and Callie Birdsong, Nolan and Reese Denney, Seth and Aaron Mullins and Laurie Jo Hilton and numerous cousins and great nieces and nephews.
A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, November 21 at 1:00pm at Resthaven Memorial Gardens with Brother Tom Strike officiating.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Linda Burks
Linda Burks, age 64, of Malvern passed away Friday, November 13, 2020. She was born January 2, 1956, in Hot Springs, to William G. and Violet Ritchey Burks. She was a registered nurse for over 30 years, mainly working at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Linda loved traveling, spending time with friends and spoiling her grandbabies. She was a devoted member of Taylor’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her father, William Gail Burks and her brother, Steven R. Burks.
Survivors include her mother, Violet Burks of Malvern; daughter Hether Embrey (husband, Brian) of Maumelle; sister, Carol Abernathy of Little Rock and Laurie Burks of Grand Prairie, Texas and her grandchildren, Christian and Avery Embrey.
Memorials may be made in her name to the Epilepsy Foundation or Autism Speaks.
A virtual memorial service, due to Covid, will be
held at a later date. The family will post when the memorial will be able to be viewed.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Mattie Nolen
Mattie Nolen, 69 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Thursday, November 12th, 2020. Mattie Nolen was born March 23, 1951 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the late Charlie & Corrine Jones.
Mattie graduated from Malvern High School. She later received a certificate of completion in Interior Decoration from Ouachita Vocational Technical School, a certificate of completion as a Certified Nursing Assistant and graduated from ABC Barber College as a Licensed Barber.
Mattie accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Deliverance Temple Institute. She was a member of Women of Purpose, loved the Lord, and had a strong affection for studying the bible. Mattie’s favorite pass time was shopping and she had a servant’s heart. She would give her time and resources to the elderly, young mothers and others.
Mattie worked for Hot Spring County Memorial Hospital. She was also the owner of Spic N Span Janitorial Services for several years and a Barber. Mattie retired from the Malvern School District in 2017.
Mattie was preceded in the death by: Husband Cortez Nolen; Parents Charlie and Corrine Jones; Brother: John Jones. Mattie leaves to cherish her memories her daughters Jwan Baughn of Malvern, Arkansas, Sonya Baughn Johnson of Little Rock, Arkansas, Virginia Baughn of Washington, DC;son: Theodore (Courtney) Baughn of Mayflower, Arkansas; grandchildren: Kinnedy Elyse Johnson, Maddison Yasmin Johnson, Justice Johnson, Mya Baughn, Ava Baughn, Halle Baughn;sister Laura Gulley and one brother McNeil (Francine) Jones of Malvern, Arkansas. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends.
Reserve Seating; Lawn Chairs Welcome.
In lieu of flowers the family is asking that you please make donations to The Mattie Baughn Act of Love Scholarship. Online Donations in the memory of Mattie Baughn: https:// app. mobilecause. com/ vf/ Give2UAPTC
Checks should be made out to the UAPTC Foundation (include Mattie Baughn’s name in the memo field on the check).
Mail them to: UAPTC FoundationAttn: Michele Grainger, Finance Manager 3000 West Scenic Dr. North Little Rock, AR 72118. Visitation: 12pm-5pm Friday, November 20th Funeral: 11am Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Bank OZK Stage. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors 337-0100 www.samuellvanceandsons.com
Gene A. Stiggers Jr.
Gene A. Stiggers, Jr 66 of Texarkana, Texas went to be with the Lord Sunday morning November 15, 2020 at Whispering Pines Retirement Center. Gene was born August 12, 1954 in Texarkana, Texas to the late Gene A. Stiggers, Sr. and Gertha M. White At the age of eleven he gave his life to Christ and became a member of Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He served three years in the U. S. Marines, and was a Rubber Worker at Red River Army Depot.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents Gene A. Stiggers, Sr. and Gertha M. Moses; brother: Paul W. Moses; nephew: Dwight Lee, Jr.
Gene leaves to cherish his memories his sisters: Pamela A. (Dwight) Lee, Oklahoma; Jamesetta Y. White, Texarkana. One brother Otis L.(Metoya) Moses, Texarkana; One very special aunt: Stella M. Stuart and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside: 11am November18, 2020 at Memorial Gardens 5200 E. Broad Street Texarkana, AR. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors www.samuellvanceandsons.com
Kendell Morrison
Kendell Morrison, 85, of Friendship, AR, passed from this life on November 19, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. Kendell was born on May 30, 1935 to the late Lee and Mamie (Hathcock) Morrison in Friendship, AR.
Kendell married Shelby (Taylor) on December 24, 1953. He was a brick mason for over 50 years and was a member of International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers. After retiring, Kendell spent his time watching sports, especially the Arkansas Razorbacks, and enjoying morning coffee with his pals at Kadi’s Korner. He was a member of Caney Missionary Baptist Church.
Kendell was predeceased by his parents and son Larry Morrison. He is survived by his wife Shelby (Taylor) Morrison; two sons, Mike (Tammy) Morrison of Malvern and Randy (Missy) Morrison of Friendship; five granddaughters, Crystal Morrison (Justin Bohn), Courtney Chapman, Cari (Chris) Summers, Lauren (Chris) Voigt, and Holly Morrison; 6 great grandchildren, Abby and Lucas Chapman, Jacob, Fikru, and Zoe Densmore, and Morrison Rose Summers; and two brothers, Hulen Morrison of Friendship and Gary Morrison of Hot Springs.
Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM Monday, November 23, 2020 at Gilchrist Cemetery in Friendship, AR with Ralph Ruffin and Darrell Morrison officiating. Visitation will be one-hour prior at the Cemetery.
Pallbearers include Chris Summers, David Smith, Darrell Morrison, Thomas “Cotton” Womack, Cecil Hathcock, Mike Paul, Bill Kadi, and Brandon Taylor.
Memorials may be made to Caney Baptist Church, Building Fund, 4118 Hwy 128, Bismarck, AR 71929.
Due to covid-19: face coverings and social distancing is required.
Arrangements by Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home, 517 Clay St, Arkadelphia, AR 71923.
Chlodine Hickman Grant
Chlodine Hickman Grant, age 96, passed away November 19, 2020.
Chlodine was born in Malvern, Arkansas, to Alvin and Lennie Hickman.
She was a graduate of Central High School where she met the love of her life, Bradford Grant. They were married in 1942.
Chlodine retired from General Motors in Bedford, Indiana.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bradford Grant, her parents, Alvin and Lennie Hickman and a brother Byron Hickman.
She is survived by her sons, Bradford Jr. and James T. Grant, one Grandson, Hampton Grant, two brothers, Boyd Hickman, Arnis Hickman (wife Vivian) and one sister, Laurice Clark.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105
Online condolences and Memories may be shared at: www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net
Bob Hale
Bob Hale, age 78 of Glen Rose, died Friday, November 20, 2020 at his home. He was born on June 20, 1942 in Bauxite, Arkansas to the late Charlie Hale and Mabel Mangum Hale. Reared and educated in Bauxite, he retired from ALCOA after 30 years of employment with the company. Bob was a member of Reyburn Creek Missionary Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday School and served as song leader for many years. He was a talented guitar player and prolific writer of gospel music, even cutting a CD of his works. Bob loved to garden and fish for crappie. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Bob was known by a select few as “Author Unknown”
He is survived by his wife, Margaret Rabou Hale, to whom he was married on June 8, 1968 in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming; two sons, Roy Hale (Melanie) of Malvern, and Billy Hale (Beth)of Glen Rose; a sister, Janie Westbrook (Gerald) of Haskell; by two grandchildren, Logan and Preston Hale; and by several nieces and nephews.
Bob was also preceded in death by a sister, Jean Rogers, and a brother, Charles Hale.
His funeral was on Sunday afternoon, November 22, 2020 at three o’clock at Reyburn Creek Missionary Baptist Church with Brothers Todd Bray and Don McCutcheon officiating. A visitation began at the church at two-thirty.
Honorary pallbearers will be the Senior Adult Sunday School Class of Reyburn Creek Missionary Baptist Church, and Logan and Preston Hale.
A special thanks from the family goes to Elite Hospice for their loving care of Bob.
Memorials may be made in honor of Bob to the fellowship hall at 2382 Reyburn Creek Rd, Malvern, AR 72104.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Shirley Ann Johnson
Shirley Ann Johnson age 79 of Malvern passed away November 20, 2020 in Little Rock. She was born August 23, 1941 in Big Dixie AR to Leonard J. and Rosanna Reed Neal. Shirley was a homemaker and most of all a mother and wife. Other than her parents she was preceded in death by her son: DeWayne Johnson and her brother Wendell Neal.
Survivors include her husband Jimmy Johnson to whom she married on January 24, 1961, her children; Keith (Barbie) Johnson of Malvern, Sherry (Tim) Gray of Conway, and Roxann (Richard) Henson of Blevens, thirteen grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Honorary grandchildren are Bruce and Waylon Johnson.
A memorial service will be held November 24, 2:00pm at Regency Funeral Home chapel with Brother Mark Thornton officiating. Please follow Covid-19 guidelines with social distancing and wearing of masks.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Eunice Laverne Phelps
Eunice Laverne Phelps, age 73, of Malvern passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020 unrelated to Covid. She was born December 22, 1946, in Red Oak, Oklahoma the daughter of the late Fred and Francis Inmen Sampson. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, Paul Gordon Phelps; brothers, Sam Sampson and John Sampson and sisters, May Causey, Ann Cullin, Zona Dale Sampson and Vicky Deavers. She was a charter member of Trinity Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking, cake decorating and ceramics. Laverne was a very devoted daughter, sister, friend and confidant.
Survivors, three sisters, Patsy McMullen of Malvern, Ruth Dial (Larry) of Leola and Jan Miller of Malvern and several nieces and nephews, which she thought of as “her babies” and her long time baby and campion cat, “Sweet Pea”.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, November 24 at 2:00pm at Trinity Baptist Church with Brother Tim Carpenter officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Burial will follow at Jones Cemetery in Brown Springs. Pallbearers will be Chris Shaw, Mark Allen Vanderburg, Ray Sampson, Rusty Hardy, Bill Bowen, James Duren, Allen Deavers and Mike Jett. Honorary pallbearers will be doctors, nurses and staff at Baptist Health Medical Center-HSC, Tim Stanton and Robbie Stanton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Trinity Baptist Church.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
John Henry Hughes
John Henry Hughes, 84, of New DeRoche, AR, passed from this life on Sunday, November 22, 2020 surrounded by his four children. John was born on January 8, 1936 to the late Charlie and Glenner Thornton Hughes. He married Shirley Jo Hopper on June 10, 1955 and spent 56 years together. After retiring from Reynolds Metals/ Alcoa, John spent his days traveling with his wife and siblings all over the country but his favorite times were spent at the lakes running trotlines, camping, and falls spent running dogs through the woods and deer hunting. Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, brothers, James, Frank, Marvin, Sylvester, Adolph, and sister, Willie Efird.
Survivors include his daughters, Debbie Martin (Rick) of New DeRoche and Rosie Fite (David) of Sparkman; sons, Alan Hughes (Tracey) of New DeRoche and Mike Hughes of New DeRoche; grandchildren, Bradley Hughes (Laura) of Fayetteville, Crystal Morrison (Justin Bohn) of Pittsburgh, PA, Tiffany Hall (Jerald) of Haskell, Courtney Chapman of Bismarck, Magen Allen (Jeremy) of Bismarck, and Matt Garner of New DeRoche, Elizabeth Nugent (Neal), Mike Nevens (Abana), Ashton Toney (James), Kyle Cooper (Gail), Taylor Duncan, Kyle (Shaylynn) Sheldon, Stewart (Carmen) and Ross Martin; great-grandchildren, Andy Parker and Logan Hall, Abby and Lucas Chapman, Jacob,
Fikru, and Zoe Densmore, Lane, Brody, Evie, and Eli Allen, Montana and Houston Garner, Harvey, Hayes, and Harlow Hughes, Sierra and Marissa Nevens, Addy Brown, Brodie and Emery Sheldon, Andrew, David, Julie, Emily, Tyler and Isaac Martin; sisters, Mary Wedsted of New DeRoche and Bonnie Allen (Elster) of Bismarck and many nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at Prairie Bayou Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Services will be led by Bro. Pat Greer and Bro. Alan Cansler. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Bradley Hughes, Matt Garner, Mike Nevens, Jeremy Allen, Jerald Hall and nephews, Royce Hughes, Harold Hughes and Paul Hughes. Honorary pallbearers are his lifelong neighbors, HR Prince, Sandy and Bobby Clifton, Diane Burks, Georgia & Wesley Anderson, Ruth and Marlin McClard.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Prairie Bayou Cemetery Fund, 20133 Highway 84, Malvern, AR 72104.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Sylvia “Jeanie” Lucy
Sylvia “Jeanie” Lucy, age 80, of Malvern passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. She was born September 12, 1940, in Wyatt, Missouri the daughter of the late Charlie and Sylvia Wagner. Jeanie was a member of Second Baptist Church. She was a housewife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, playing bingo, cross stitching and attending art classes. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her stepson, Ricky Lucy and sister, Margie Lewis.
Survivors, son, Henry Lee Lucy, Jr. (Lynn) of Hot Springs; daughter, Rhonda Jean Lock (Kevin) of Malvern; sisters, Starr Morgan (Mike) of Lake Ozark, Missouri and Ruthie Wise of Iowa; brother-in-law, Eddie Lewis; grandchildren, Dustin Green (Lauren), Phaleesha Fish (James), Dakota Lucy (Becky) and Brianna Griffin (Johnny); great grandchildren, Dani Gabrielle Lucy, Braxton Fraize, Carson Fraize, Lendon Fish, Lynleigh Fish, Nicholas Burroughs, Logan Burroughs, Macy Burroughs, Pyper Lucy, Parker Lucy, Adler Green, Anniston Green and Jace Griffin.
Graveside Service will be held Sunday, November 29 at 3:00pm at Fairplay Cemetery with Brother Tyler Bray officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff at Arbor Oaks and Stacey Hiatt.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
William (Bill) Schenke
William (Bill) Schenke was born to Paul and Naomi (Tolliver) Schenke on August 31, 1936 in Corinth, MS. He had a sister, Marcia and brothers Robert and Joseph. Bill graduated from Little Rock Central High School, where he met the love of his life, Barbara Mitchell. They dated throughout high school before marrying on November 2, 1956.
Bill and Barbara had two children together, James Ray and Sharon. Bill was a patient father. Through good times and bad, his children always felt loved unconditionally. He taught them many important lessons, such as empathy, hard work and right and wrong.
Bill earned a BS degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Arkansas. He worked for the Arkansas State Highway Department, the Missouri State Highway Department and several private companies and held Professional Engineering licenses in six states during his long career building roads, bridges and other vital infrastructure. The career enabled Bill and his family to travel to various locations throughout the Midwest, where they made many friends and enjoyed exploring new areas together.
Known for a great sense of humor, one of Bill’s favorite stories was how Barbara robbed the cradle, as in 1956 the minimum age for marriage was 18 for women, but 21 for men, so Bill needed the permission of his parents to marry while Barbara did not. They remained married ‘til death parted them.
In 2001, Bill and Barbara retired back to Arkansas, first a home in Diamondhead, then recently to Country Club Village Retirement Community. They are active members of the Diamondhead Community Church. A long-time volunteer with the Senior Center in Malvern and Meals on Wheels Program, Bill valued giving back to the community. He was also a regular supporter of St. Jude’s Hospital for Children.
On November 22, 2020, Bill passed away. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew him and loved him. Preceding him in death were his parents and siblings. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Barbara, son James Schenke of Coppell, TX, daughter Sharon (Kevin) Holst of Mukilteo, WA, granddaughters, Katie Benson of Denison, IA and Kristina (John) Olson of Ames, IA, brother-in-law Stephen (Linda) Mitchell of Fayetteville, AR, four great grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews.
Guests may register at www.grossfuneralhome.com
William “Bill” Horace Barnett
William “Bill” Horace Barnett, age 81, of Malvern passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 in Texarkana, Texas. He was born April 6, 1939, in Malvern, the son of the late Oscar and Grace Owens Barnett. He was in the Army National Guard and served during the Central High School crisis. Bill attended Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church and was a member of Caddy Hunting Club. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, James Owens Barnett.
Survivors, John Barnett of Malvern, Fred Barnett (Dorthy) of Alexander and David Barnett (Shirley) of Malvern; nieces and nephews, Mitchell, Jay, Vickie, Jan, Delena, Deshea, Deitra, Karen, Kay and Kyle and numerous great nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 28 at 2:00pm at Oakridge Cemetery with Brother Carroll Koon officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service at the cemetery.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
James “Bussie” Robinson
James “Bussie” Robinson, born March 30, 1953,
passed from this world to the next on November 11, 2020, at his home on Lake Norrell. k Bussie was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca Brosius; son, Mason Robinson; parents, William Jewell and Marguerite Robinson; step-mother, Clara Robinson; and grandparents Ezra and Jessie Wallace and Virgil and Ella Robinson.
He is survived by his siblings Kathy (Bill) Talley, JoAnn (Terry) Walton, William (Rebecca) Robinson, Johnny Robinson, and Jimmy (Jeri) Robinson, all of Malvern, Arkansas; his aunt, Jo Kathryn Wallace Winkle of Malvern; cousins Aida Wallace of Chula Vista, California, Pam (Leon) Perry of Malvern, Mike (Jann) Wallace of Malvern, Jessie Wallace (Mike) Burchfield of Alexander, Arkansas, Lee Jay (Julianne) Wallace of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Jill tWallace-Savage of Malvern, Julie (Vikki) Wallace of Benton, Arkansas, Jerry (Regina) Wallace of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Janice Wallace of St. Croix, US Virgin Islands; and many other family members and friends who love Bussie and will miss him always. t Bussie was a veteran of the United States Navy and the Arkansas National Guard. While in the Navy, he was a member of the Tennessee Flying Rifles drill team. After his military service, he graduated from nursing school at Baptist Medical Center and spent many years as a nurse in various central Arkansas hospitals. He was an excellent nurse and loved taking care of his patients.
As a young man, Bussie loved hunting and playing tennis. He ran track and was a guard on the Malvern High School football team; he also served as president of the “M” Club his senior year. In his later years, he became an avid boater and horse racing fan. He and his wife RebecAca owned race horses with friends and were members of the Oaklawn Jockey Club. They also loved the Arkansas tRazorbacks and were longtime season ticket holders for the Little Rock games. t Bussie and Rebecca moved to Lake Norrell in the 1990s and fell in love with that community. They enjoyed hosting parties and cookouts and taking people out boating on the lake. Bussie was a member of the Lake Norrell Hunting Club.
Visitation will be Monday, November 30, at 5 p.m. at Smith-Benton Funeral Home and the memorial service will follow at 6 pm. COVID guidelines will be followed: masks are required and distancing will be enforced. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Recovery Point Ministries online at recoverypointministry.org or by mail at P.O. Box 23081, Hot Springs, AR 71903.
Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www. SmithFamilyCares. com.
Robert C. “Bob” Williams
Robert C. “Bob” Williams, age 79, of Malvern passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. He was born May 5, 1941, in Malvern, the son of the late Virgil Clyde and Civa Borland Williams. Bob served in the United States Navy. He was a member of Elmore Hunting Club and of the Primitive Baptist faith. Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid reader.
Survivors, son, Rob Williams of Benton; daughter, Tia Reynolds of Benton and grandson, Luke Reynolds.
Graveside services will be held Friday, November 27 at 2:00pm at Macedonia Cemetery with Elder Jesse Stripland officiating.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Lonia Ruth Henson
Lonia Ruth Henson, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 22, 2020. At the time of her death, she was a resident at Edgewood Health and Rehab in Springdale, Arkansas. Before her time in Springdale, Ruth was a longtime resident of Malvern, Arkansas. She was a proud member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church for many years and cherished the congregation, particularly the late Reverend Dooley Fowler and his wife Janet.
Born on June 12, 1927, in Hazen, Arkansas, Ruth was the youngest daughter of the late Charlie and Beulah Campbell. Her husband, Wilburn R. Henson, preceded her in death, as did her sisters Thelma Trice, Mildred Rogers and Ann Martin. She is survived by her nieces, Ann Johnson (Weldon) of Texarkana, Carol Jo Lambert (Tony) of Stuttgart and Margaret Trice of Fayetteville; nephews, Edward Trice (Judy) of Georgetown, Texas and Gene Rogers of Hazen and numerous greatand great-great nieces and nephews.
Those fortunate enough to know Ruth will remember how she enjoyed her career in banking and how talented she was as a seamstress and quilter. She was generous with her family and loved opportunities to visit with them, she was always up for a fun adventure with a friend, and she relished getting a good deal at a yard sale. She was famous for giving something away, then wanting it back and negotiating a trade for its return.
Ruth’s life will be celebrated at Ouachita Cemetery during a graveside service on Monday, November 30 at 1:00 PM.
Arrangements are under the direction of Regency Funeral Home, Malvern, Arkansas. Memorials may be sent to Saint Paul United Methodist Church in Malvern.
Those wishing to share a memory may sign the guestbook at regencyfuneralhome. com.
Donna Gail Crain
Donna Gail Crain, age 65, of Malvern passed away November 22, 2020 in Hot Springs. She was born March 8, 1965, in Malvern, the daughter of Marvin and Emily Lee Staton. She was of the Baptist faith and worked for DHS for over thirty years before her retirement. Donna loved to spend time with her family and her grandchildren and was always the life of the party. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband, Jimmy Crain to whom she married on October 25, 1975; son, Brooks (Tisha) Crain of Haskell; daughter, Brandi (Jeremy) Smith of Poyen; stepdaughter, Lori Brockinton of Cabot; sister, Debby (Keith) Douglas of Malvern; grandchildren, Cody (Hannah) Crain, Caitlyn Crain, Haley Smith, Cassidy Crain, Walker Smith, Brent Brockinton and Riley Brockinton; mother-in-law, Lettie Brooks of Malvern; nephews, Jason Henry of Little Rock and Brian (Selena) Henry of Haskell; niece, Sarah (Brandon) Robinson and numerous great nieces and nephews.
A walk through visitation will be Sunday, November 29 from 2:00-4:00pm with social distancing and mask required.
Graveside services will be Monday November 30, at 2:00pm at Lindsey-Poyen Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome. com.
Donald Monroe Williams
Donald Monroe Williams, age 76, of Malvern passed away November 23, 2020 at the John L. McClellan VA Hospital in Little Rock. He was born March 26, 1944 in Malvern to Wendell and Girtrue Ross Williams. He was a United States Army Staff Sergeant, serving in Vietnam, Army National Guard and worked in propane sales. Don was also was on the Malvern School Board for 20 years, the Quorum Court, and the American Legion. Don was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his coffee and talking to people. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Mark Williams and sister, Martha Graham.
Survivors include his wife, Dianna Vail Williams of Malvern; son, Donald Williams Jr.; daughter, Valerie (Darrin) Pettit; grandchildren, Chad Orr, Ashley Weber, Savannah Pettit and Rachel Pettit; great grandchildren, Dylan Moore, Emily Moore, Jeremiah Crain and Mark Orr; siblings, Gary Williams of Benton and Marlyn (Ronnie) Soma of Lufkin TX.
The family would like to give a special thanks to her caregiver, Ciara Cain for all of her love and support.
No Services are planned at this time.
Cremation arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Vinus Clay Caple
Vinus Clay Caple, age 92 of Malvern, AR, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020. He was born June 21, 1928 in Benton. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rhoda (Orr) Caple. Also, by two sisters, Lovie Ramsey and Marie Redden. He is survived by the love of his life, Janice Terry Caple, wife of 67 years. He is also survived by four children: Teresa St. John (Paul) of Malvern, Jeff Caple (Diane) of Malvern, Elizabeth Haneline (Ronnie) of Monroe, La and Paul Caple (Lisa) of Hot Springs. Grandchildren: Wendy Abare, Kacee Cook, Adam Haneline, Ian Haneline, Tess Caple, Hannah Tober. Great-grandchildren: Cooper, Georgia, Madeline, Jack, Connor, Quinn, Luka, Graham and Ava.
Vinus served our country through the Army during the Korean War. He graduated the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville with a Mechanical Engineering degree and later earned his Professional Engineering License. He retired from Vulcan Materials in Haskell, Arkansas.
He was a faithful member of Magnet Cove United Methodist Church since 1972 and was very active, including teaching Sunday School and other positions throughout the years.
He loved designing and building things, fishing and was an avid gardener. He enjoyed sharing his harvest with family and neighbors. He was quick to crack a joke and pick on somebody but was always willing to lend a hand when somebody was in need.
A celebration of his life will be held on Monday, November 30th at 1:00PM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern, AR. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Magnet Cove United Methodist Church would honor his love and passion of God and people.
Per CDC guidelines, mask and social distances will be required.
Claircy Jones
Claircy Jones, age 99, of Poyen passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 at her home in Poyen. She was born January 23, 1921 to Edward Amos and Blanche Orren Phillips. Claircy was a homemaker and loved being around her family and friends. She was a member of Poyen Missionary Baptist Church and loved talking about Jesus. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas Sheppard Jones and sisters, Rubye Arzetta Phillips DeViney and Allene Roberta Phillips Cline.
Survivors include her son, Noel Edward (Yvonne) Jones of Poyen; granddaughter, Tessa Noelle (Nathan) Fitzhugh of Midland TX; great granddaughter, Tessa Grace Fitzhugh; daughter, Gloria Gay Phillips-Jones; grandson, Saul (Desiree) Furstenwerth; great grandchildren, Jordyn-Dallas Kainani Furstenwerth, Taylor Alohalani Furstenwerth, Saul Keoni Furstenwerth and Austin Keanu DaSalla Iriarte all of Hilo Hawaii.
Graveside service will be Tuesday, December 1 at 2:00pm with visitation from 1-2pm at Lindsey-Poyen Cemetery with Brother Bobby Goodknight officiating service.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Nona “Scoot” Hogue Henry
Nona “Scoot” Hogue Henry, age 81 of Diamondhead, died Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at her home. She was born in Yazoo City, Mississippi on January 6, 1939 to the late Ethel Lloyd Hogue and Wynona Dixon Hogue Blakeney. Reared and educated in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, she graduated from Rolling Fork High School. After many years of service, she retired from Arkansas Power and Light (now Entergy) in Malvern in 1986, and after relocating to Massena, New York in the mid 80’s, she retired from Reynolds Metals Company in 1994, and moved back to this area. She attended Diamondhead Community Church. Nona loved being with her family and friends, and doing volunteer work. She was the wife of Tom Henry, to whom she was married on February 14, 1975 in Malvern.
She is survived by her husband, Tom Henry of Diamondhead; her children, Vanessa Bradley (Gerald) of Texarkana, Arkansas, Alton Robertson, Jr. of Hot Springs, and Julie Wheetley (Arley, Jr.) of Hot Springs; Soooiiee, her fur baby; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Douglas Hogue (Alexis) of Tyler, Texas; a sister, Dot Jackson of Vicksburg, Mississippi; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Nona was also preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Grace Moore, and a grandson, Kevin Lloyd Nichols.
A memorial service will be held at eleven o’clock Wednesday morning, December 2, 2020 at Diamondhead Community Church with the Reverends George McCoy and Mike Fikes officiating, and under the direction of J. A. Funk Funeral Home of Malvern.
A visitation at the church will precede the service by on hour, beginning at ten o’clock.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Collin Nathan Lee Ledford
Collin Nathan Lee Ledford, age 21, of Malvern passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Baptist Health–Little Rock. Collin was born December 24, 1998 in Malvern, Arkansas the son of Shane Ledford and Bobbie (Scholes) Ross.
He loved motorcycles, dirt bikes, cars that went fast, and spending time with his family and friends. He was always up for an adventure. Collin also enjoyed outdoor activities like swimming, hiking, hunting, and fishing. Collin was a graduate of Ouachita High School.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bob Scholes; uncles, Don Ledford, Jr. and Ray Scholes and an aunt, Brenda Scholes
Survivors are his father, Shane Ledford (wife Amber); mother, Bobbie Ross; siblings, Dylan Ross, Lily Ross, Logan Ross and Ty Echols. Collin had too many friends and extended family who loved him dearly and will miss him greatly to list.
Visitation will be Tuesday December 1, from 6-8PM at Regency.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 3 at 2:00pm at Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Donaldson with Brother Scott Efird officiating. Pallbearers are Holton Chancellor, Casey “Cuddles” Freeman, Cody Overton, and Christopher Childers.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Patty Murray
Patty Murray, age 64, of Poyen passed away Saturday November 28, 2020 at the Baptist Health-Little Rock. She was born, in Little Rock, on June 6, 1956 the daughter of Ernest Jewell “E.J.” and Betty Ann Brooks Nichols. She was homemaker and co-owned, with her husband, Colorado Log Homes and was a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church. Patty loved to hunt, fish, go camping, and decorate for the holidays, but especially loved being with her kids and grandkids at their sporting events. She was preceded in death by her parents and twin brothers, Larry and Gary Nichols.
Survivors are her husband, Allen Murray; daughter, Jennifer Wood (husband Ken); son, Trent Murray (wife Amber); sister, Jeanie Edwards (husband Gary) all of Poyen; grandchildren, Tristan (wife Haven), Zayne, Hunter, Hayden, Alexia; great-grandchildren, Parker and River and numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 2 at 10:30AM at Lindsey-Poyen Cemetery with Brothers James Green and Kevin Spurlin officiating. Visitation will be at the cemetery from 10AM until service time. Pallbearers are Trent, Ken, Tristan, Zayne, Hunter and Hayden.
Memorial may be made to the American Diabetes society.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Patsy Clark
Patsy Clark, 75, of Benton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord November 27, 2020. She was born August 11, 1945 in Monticello, Arkansas to the late Leroy and Minnie Bell Sims.
Patsy loved the Lord with all her heart and was an active member of First Pentecostals of Benton. She was passionate about animals and volunteering her time. Patsy had a servant’s heart and gave her all. She visited the prisons, gave to the needy, served meals at the homeless shelters, called BINGO at local senior citizen centers and nursing homes, and supported many ministries to help spread the gospel around the world.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory two children: Tammy Morrison and Angela Linam; four grandchildren: Cari Summers and husband Chris, Holly Morrison, Hunter Linam, and Faith Linam; one great-granddaughter, Morrison Rose Summers; brother, Roy Sims; constant companion and fur baby, Harley; and many family members and friends.
Celebration of Life will be held in the spring.
Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www. SmithFamilyCares. com.
Margie Schneller
Margie Schneller, age 87, of Bismarck, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020.
She was born on May 25, 1933 in the Beaton community near Bismarck, the daughter of Wallace Diffie and Nellie Bennett Diffie. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three siblings, Kenneth Diffie, Gary Diffie, Wanda Lambert and her husband, Bob.
She enjoyed quilting, fishing, gardening and going to yard sales and area convention singings. She loved nature and making fall trips to see the elks in Colorado or along the Buffalo River at Ponca and Boxley.
She is survived by four children and their spouses, Ronnie and Elaine Lambert of Arkadelphia, Donnie and Joan Lambert of Point Cedar, Steve and Tammy Lambert of Bryant and Susan Williams of Hot Springs; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren with one on the way; two sisters, Barbara Hardage and her husband Carl, and Johnnie Crow, all of Bismarck; and her nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 1, 2020, in the Beaton United Methodist Church.
Interment will be in Beaton Cemetery under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org or the American Cancer Society, 2222 Cottondale Lane, #310, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
Guest registry is at www. davis-smith.com.
Earl Bell
Earl Bell, age 85, of Malvern passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at home. He was born April 22, 1935, in Arkadelphia, the son of the late George Gordon and Doris Mae Baker Bell. He was the owner operator of Bell Textile and manager at City Linen. He was an active member of First Southern Baptist Church in Magnet Cove. He loved his family and going hunting and fishing. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his
brothers, William Bell and James Gordon Bell; sister, Sarah Parnell and daughter, Gloria Suzanne Bell.
Survivors, wife, Pam Bell; sons, Gordon Bell of Arkadelphia, Gary Bell (Karen) of Malvern and George Bell (Tina) of Malvern; sister, Cora Mae Gordon of Lafayette, Louisiana; grandchildren, Emily Bell, Adam Bell, Midge Bell, Jarod Batson, Christopher Batson, Joseph Bell, Jacque Hollingshead, Aaron Bell, Jacob Teague, Ashley Crow, Zach Bell and Laura Grace Bell; seven great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 2 from 6:00-8:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 3 at 10:00am at Regency Funeral Home with Brother Charlie Williams. Burial will follow at Richland Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joseph Bell, Zach Bell, Luke Elrod, Aaron Bell, Jacob Teague and Austin Warford.
In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to your own local church in memory of Earl.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Linda Ann Ford Orr
Linda Ann Ford Orr, age 84, of Malvern passed away Friday, November 27th, 2020, at the Encore Healthcare and Rehab. She was born January 13th, 1936, in Benton, AR, the daughter of John Virgil “Trigger” and Zetha Vee Lamb Ford. She was a Malvern High School Graduate where she was elected campus sweetheart two years in a row. In addition to her role as a wife and mother, she attended Henderson State University, became an artist and worked for the Food Center in the meat department. Her painting ability was extraordinary. Over the years, she completed many dozens of portraits and paintings, primarily of her beloved family members. She also painted a life size mural of Jesus for St. Paul United Methodist Church. Linda was an active member of St. Paul’s where she sang in the choir, taught preschool Sunday school for many years, participated in The Emmaus Group, was instrumental in developing the bell choir, and performed with the Sounds of Silence sign-language group. She loved to fish and was a member of the Lady Anglers. She also loved to deer hunt and loved telling stories about her hunting and fishing adventures. Her personality was larger than life and her storytelling was legendary. When her sons were young she enjoyed making stage sets for school and church plays and was a Cub Scout den mother. She also loved to landscape and garden in her yard, and was a caregiver to many after achieving her EMT certificate. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill Orr, and brother, Mike Ford.
Survivors include her sons, John Randall “Randy” Orr (wife Julie) of Little Rock, Ronald Joe “Ronny” Orr (wife Sheryl) of Bismarck, grandchildren, Casey Orr (fiancé Derek Phillips), Logan Orr, Pastor Andrew “Andy” Orr (wife Cassidy “Cassie”), Shelby Orr, Mason Carver (wife Katie), sister Virline Nutt (husband Bro. Vance Nutt), sister-inlaw Stephanie Ford Nicholson, nieces Toni, Paula, Gay, Kelsey, Whitney, and nephews Jon, Joseph.
A walk-through visitation will be Friday, December 4th, from 4-8PM at the Regency Funeral Home, with immediate family present from 6-8PM. Social distancing and masks required. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 5th, at 9AM in the Regency Funeral Home Chapel with
Brother Vance Nutt and Pastor Andrew Orr officiating. Burial will follow in Brush Creek Cemetery, Leola, AR. Pallbearers will be Logan Orr, Andrew Orr, Shelby Orr, Mason Carver, Derek Phillips, and Lance Howell. Casey Orr will lead the procession.
Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Orr (deceased), Don Patrick, Lloyd Thornton, David Brewer, Dr. Larry Brashears, Paul Helberg, Scott Helberg, the entire staff of The Crossing, and the entire staff of Encore Healthcare and Rehab in Malvern.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Peggy Bailey, Linda’s caregiver.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign guestbook at regencyfuneralhome@sbcglobal.net
Bruce Alan Cunningham
Bruce Alan Cunningham, age 66, of Star City passed away November 30, 2020 at his home. He was born October 19, 1954 in Malvern to A.C. and Anna Bell Williams Cunningham Jr. Bruce was retired Captain from the Army National Guard after 22 years of service and served during Operation Desert Storm, retired RN from a hospital in Dumas and had worked at Cummins and Varner Correctional Units. Bruce was of the Baptist faith, loved his gardening, hunting, was a gun collector and beekeeping. He especially loved spending time with his grandkids. Other than his parents he was preceded in death by brother-inlaw, John Gray and motherin-law, Margaret Hughes.
Survivors include his wife, Rita Hughes Cunningham, to whom he married on December 24, 1975; sons, Brent Cunningham of Star City and Kevin (Felicia) Cunningham of Bismarck; daughter, Melissa (Alan) Cherry of Grady; grandchildren, Garrett Cherry, Caden Cherry and Brennan Cherry; sisters, Karen (Gary) Butler of Malvern, Evelyn Gray and Sherry (Harley) Breshears of Hot Springs.
Visitation will be Thursday December 3, from 12:30 to 2:00pm at Regency Funeral Home with graveside service following at 2:30 pm at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Donaldson with Bro. Chase Reynolds officiating. Pallbearers will be Gary Butler, Harley Breshears, Ricky Hughes, Dean Hughes, Kevin Cunningham, Garrett Cherry, Caden Cherry, Brennan Cherry and Alan Cherry. Honorary pallbearers are Jeremy Gray and Chris Gray. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pleasant Hill Cemetery Association.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Leodis “Killer” Williams
Leodis “Killer” Williams, age 66, of Malvern passed away Friday, November 27 at Arbor Oaks. He was born November 4, 1954, Sparkman, the son of the late Walter and Everlene Green Williams. Leodis was of the
Methodist faith. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Survivors, son, Bryan Williams of Dallas, Texas; daughter, Brandy Williams of Texarkana, Texas; brother, Billy Williams of Princeton; sisters, Henretta Flint of Bearden, Terry Moore of Malvern, Warnette Matlock (Dennis) of Sparkman and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 5 at 1:00pm at Hinson Cemetery in Sparkman.
Cremation arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Carroll Stanley Woods
Carroll Stanley Woods, age 74, of Malvern passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020. He was born March 14, 1946, in Carthage, the son of the late James Robert and Ada Louise Brown Woods. Carroll served in the United States Army and was a deacon at Francois Missionary Baptist Church. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, J.T. Woods and Roy Woods; sisters, Sharon Gilliam, Aline Hicks, Joan Bulman, Donna Zietlow and Maxine Woods.
Survivors, wife, whom he married on June 26, 1970, Brenda Bartlett Woods; son, Chris Woods (wife, Charlotte) of Malvern; daughter, Stacey Woods Bonds (husband, Jeff) of Tucson, Arizona; brothers, Max Woods of Hobbs, New Mexico and Bobby Woods of Bauxite; sister, Winnie Lee Smithers of North Little Rock and grandchildren, Michael Bonds, Matthew Bonds, Jack Bonds, Bethany Woods and Hunter Woods and two great grandchildren, Kayden Bonds and Tyler Bonds.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 3 from 6:008:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held Friday, December 4 at 2:00pm at Francois Cemetery with Brother W.A. Dillard officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Bonds, Michael Bonds, Matthew Bonds, Hunter Woods and Steve Woods.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Francois Missionary Baptist Church cemetery fund.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Robert Ashley Crabb (Bobby)
Robert Ashley Crabb (Bobby) died Nov. 26, 2020. He was born Oct. 3 1956 in Hot Springs, Ar. He was 64 years old. He was preceded in death by his father John Crabb, mother Inez Ashley-Crabb, step daughter Layla Marshall-Johnson, and her son Kavaughn Robinson.
He was survived in life by his wife of 20 years Gale R Crabb, his ex-wife and friend Laura House, two children Haley N Crabb and Michael G Crabb, two step children Jessica James and her 3 children Jaiden, Jeremiah, and Jacob, and Shelby Cagle (and Bobby) and their child Fayth, and Layla’s children Kierra and Malik, his brother Phillip Crabb and nephews Dan and Jon Crabb, and one aunt Effie Ashley-Seward. Also many cousins and friends.
Bobby lived most of his life on his mother and fathers property which later became his. He made his living painting houses and he enjoyed playing the guitar and writing music. He will be missed more than words can say.
There will be a graveside service on Saturday December 5th at 11:00 am at Upper Antioch Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks you to buy a 6 pack or bottle and spend some time together with the one you love telling them what they mean to you because you never know when or how much time you have left here.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home.
George Otis Smith
George Otis Smith was born to the proud parents of the late Green & Evaline Smith in Tulip, Arkansas on October 22, 1952.
George was baptized at an early age. He was active and faithful member of Toone’s Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church where he served as a Steward & Trustee. George was employed at West Fraser in Leola, Arkansas for over 39 years. When George was not working he enjoying cooking and spending time with his family. He had one of the biggest smiles that would brighten your day.
George married the love of his life Linda Smith in 1992.
George was preceded in death by his parents: Green A. & Evaline P Smith; brother: Clarence Smith; sisters: Doris Harper, Oradell Mallett-Winfrey and Sam Ella McClendon.
George leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of 28 years Linda Smith; daughters: Michelle (William) McNeely, Chasity Smith, Tabitha McCauley & Demecia Allen; siblings: Roy Dean (Velma) Smith, Lorine (Johnny) Scott, Corine (Jewel) Dupree and Green Smith Jr.;grandchildren: Khalid, Kanika, Creshunna, Derrick (Tajdreonna), Damaryo, Justice (Alex), Davion & Daijha; great-grandchildren: Khalayah, Jada, Caezar, Phoreign, Sydnei, Sy’Eir, Sy’Ree and Sy’Len. Visitation: 1p-3p at funeral home 5p-7p at Toones Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
Friday, December 4th. Funeral: 12p at Toones Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church Saturday, December 5, 2020. Services entrusted to Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors of Malvern 337-0100
www. samuellvanceandsons.com
David N. Baum Sr.
David N. Baum Sr., age 81 of Malvern, AR, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020. He was born May 11, 1939. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris G Fears, parents, and a daughter Theresa G. He is survived by three children: son David N. Baum Jr. (Janet) of Malvern, daughter Christine Martin of Malvern, and a daughter Lori A. Burks (Terry), of Magnet Cove. Several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
David served our country through the Navy. He drove a truck most of his life for various trucking agencies.
In his younger years he loved hunting and fishing. He was quick to joke and pick on somebody.
As with his wishes, a private graveside service will be with immediate family at a later date.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home of Malvern Arkansas. Condolences and tributes can be made online at www. atkinsonfuneralhome. net
Nelson Bailey Sr. Nelson Bailey, Sr., age 89, of Malvern passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Encore Nursing and Rehab. He was born August 2, 1931, in Malvern, the son of Lecil and Edith Wallis Bailey. Nelson is a retired Veteran of the United States Army, serving for 25 years. He is a Purple Heart recipient and served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the HSC Amateur Radio Club, Kiwanis Club, Disabled American Veterans Association, American Legion, HSC Republican Committee, HSC Sheriff Auxiliary Patrol, employed with the American Red Cross and constable for Fentor Township. Nelson also was an instructor at Ouachita VoTech. He enjoyed fishing and politics. He was a member of Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Serena Bailey; son, Nelson Bailey, Jr., brothers, Lecil Bailey, Jr. and Richard Bailey.
Survivors, sons, Dennis Bailey (Sara) of Malvern; daughters, Karin Grimes (Jerry) of Fort Smith and Lynn Davis (John) of Malvern; sister, Marcille Buckholz of Malvern; sister-in-law, Patsy Bailey of Malvern; grandchildren, Katherine Blackford (Evan), Phillip Davis (Tess), Paige Anderson (Shane), Jonathan Bailey (Samantha), Laura Emory (Trey), Jeremy Bailey (Morgan), Bethany Davis and Megan Bailey and eleven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, December 11 from 1:002:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be Friday, December 11 at 2:00pm at Regency Funeral Home with Brother Carroll Koon officiating. Burial will follow at Rockport Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff and nurses at Encore Nursing and Rehab.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Arkansas Alzheimer’s Association or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Twyla Fern Thompson Bailey
Twyla Fern Thompson Bailey, 79, of Malvern died on Monday, December 7, 2020 at her home. She was born September 22, 1941, in Poteau, Oklahoma the daughter of Truman Clyde and Edna Pauline Henson Thompson. Twyla retired from Glen Rose School District after teaching for 35 years. She was a member of Rockport Missionary Baptist Church and Malvern Senior Activity Center. She loved dancing and cooking, but most of all she loved her family. Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Michelle Bailey; grandson, Joshua Bailey and brothers, Truman Mack Thompson, Paul Henson Thompson, Bennie Loten Thompson, Phillip Don Thompson and Lucian Henry Thompson.
Left to cherish her memory, son, Marti Holt Bailey (Sheila) of Terrell, Texas; Melissa Jo Collie (Brian) of Malvern; brother, Clifford Gene Thompson; grandchildren, Nathan, Colton, Dayva, Matthew and Lucas; great-grandchildren, Berrett, Clarke and Claire and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 10 from 4:008:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 12 at 2:00pm at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Elite Hospice.
Arrangements, Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.
Charles Ruben “Chuck” Gage
Charles Ruben “Chuck” Gage, age 82 of Malvern, died Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Arbor Oaks. He was born in Leola, Arkansas on April 24, 1938 to the late Ira Gage and Ruby Dean Ross Gage. Reared and educated in Leola, he went on to join the United States Air Force. Chuck was the owner/operator of an auto body repair shop. He was a member of the Tabernacle of Praise.
He is survived by three children, David, Glen, and Delana; his siblings, Doris Walters Maupin (Vernon), Ruby Lee Stewart, Joe T. Gage (Mary), Donald W. Gage (Donna), Duffie Bruce Gage (Cindy), all of Malvern, and Shelia Kay Richey of Paragould; several grandchildren; and a host of nephews and nieces.
He was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Lenora Gage Bain; and siblings, Eula Ennis, Opal Buzan, Ira Gage, Jr., Billy Gage, and Carroll W. Gage; and a step-brother, Gary Bain.
A memorial service will be held at a later date with burial in Lono Cemetery.
Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
Ruby Catherine Romines
Ruby Catherine Romines, 95, of Malvern passed away December 4, 2020 at her home. She was born August 28, 1925, in Newport, to Marlan Huls and Susan Columbia Ford Willis. She was a homemaker and of the Pentecost faith. Other than her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Tuck Romines; sister, Thelma Cauldwell and Bessie Southerland; brother, Velma Cleo Willis and son, Jessie Ray Romines.
Survivors include her daughters, Wanda Echols of Malvern, Nora Cauldwell of Little Rock and Joyce Williams of McCrory; grandchildren, Nathan and Aaron Cauldwell, Jeremy Echols, Zachariah Echols, Misty Williams, Harold Echols, Joseph Echols, Timothy Echols, Jonathan Echols, Angela Roe, Donna Mills and Susanna Biggers; great grandchildren, Justice Echols, Joey Andrew Echols, Hailey Mae Echols, Chris Williams, Charles Ray Williams, Andy Lee Echols and Jonathan Williams.
Visitation will be Saturday, December 12 from 4:006:00pm at Regency Funeral Home.
Services will be Sunday, December 13 at 2:00pm at Regency Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Ryan officiating. Burial will be at Arnold Cemetery in Swifton, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Echols, Justice Echols, Darrell Holder, Timothy Echols, Zachariah C. Echols, Johnny Holder, Jeremy Echols and Kevin Echols. Honorary pallbearers will be Danny Roe, Harold Echols and Adam and Alex Harness.
Arrangements by Regency Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.