Obituaries

Pulaski County

MARGUERITE MARY MURPHY ALFORD, lifelong Little Rock resident, made her final journey to Heaven on Aug. 15, 2014. She was 108 years old and lived a life full of family, extended family and special friends. She was born June 16, 1906 to Thomas and Helena Murphy. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Uriel B. Alford; her son, Uriel B. Alford Jr. (Gretchen Vogler); and her siblings Joe P. Murphy (Babe Bott) and Louise Murphy Sarli (Al).

Over the course of her life she held several interesting jobs. Her first job was playing the piano at Montgomery Ward for customers interested in purchasing sheet music. She and Louise also provided musical entertainment in the tearoom of the Lafayette Hotel. Another one of her jobs was playing the piano in local theaters that showed silent movies. She was an organist at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church where she worshipped for many years. She later worked at Pfeifer’s selling gloves and handbags for 22 years. Later on she worked in the nursery at Trinity United Methodist Church for 29 years. Long after her retirement, her Trinity family continued to remember her in many thoughtful ways.

At age 102, a fire forced Marguerite to move from her home where she had lived independently. She chose to live at Presbyterian Village where she became fast friends with the residents and staff alike. She was chosen first runner-up to Miss Presbyterian Village and Miss Congeniality. While there, she received such loving care for which our family is deeply appreciative. She lived there for over five years until her death.

Our family would like to thank Marguerite’s Eucharistic Minister from Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church, Bubba Klugh, who visited weekly and was a special friend. We would also like to thank Arkansas Hospice who lovingly cared for her during her last days.

Survivors are her grandchildren, Mike Alford (Jacquie), and Angie Alford; great-grandchildren are Jaymie Herberg (Blaise); Sydney Patapoff (Nick); and Cameron, Rebecca and Shelby Alford; great-great-grandchildren are McKenna and Brayden Herberg.

Her nieces include Suzanne Coulter, Patti Dailey (Jim), and Margie McCain (Mike); and many great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. She cherished the love from her extended family, the Voglers.

A memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 26 at 10 a.m. preceded by a visitation at 9:30 at Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church, 1003 North Tyler in Little Rock. Reverend Tom Marks will officiate. Interment follows in the Church Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers Marguerite asked that contributions be made to Birthright of Greater Little Rock, 804 N. University, 72205. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.griffinleggetthealeyroth. com.

––––– ––––– BILLY EDGAR APPLE, 81, of Little Rock, Ark., went to be with the Lord on Friday, Aug. 22, 2014. He was born Sept. 5, 1932 in Salado, Ark., to the late Hubert S. Apple and May Manuel Apple. He was retired from the Small Business Administration as a disaster loan officer. He was a long time member and deacon at Immanuel Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret Juanita Apple; brothers, Dale Apple and Clifton Apple.

He is survived by his spouse, Mina Lynn Lipford Apple; daughters, Cara J. Gist of Mabelvale, Ark. and Chandra A. Caulder of Bryant, Ark.; grandchildren: Danny Bartlett of Shreveport, La., Billy Bartlett of Texarkana, Cassie Rowland of Hensley, and Seth Gist of Mabelvale; great-grandchildren: Kaleigh Bartlett, Kiyah Bartlett, and Kross Bartlett of Texarkana and Christina Bartlett and Dylan Bartlett of Shreveport.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Ark., 72209, (501) 455-5800 with Pastor Rick Jaggers and Bro. Billy Bartlett officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

Family will receive friends one hour prior to service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made American Heart Association, P.O. Box 841125, Dallas, Texas 75284 or American Diabetes Association, 320 Executive Court, Suite 104, Little Rock, Ark. 72205.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

––––– ––––– MAXINE BOYD, 95, of North Little Rock, went to be with her Lord on Aug. 22, 2014. Maxine was born Feb. 10, 1919 in Little Rock, Ark. to Lola and Fred White. She had one brother, Kenneth Clark White, who married Mildred Sneed, both of whom preceded her in death. She graduated from North Little Rock High School in 1936 and attended Little Rock Business School. In 1941 she married Paul H. Spear, who preceded her in death in 1948. They had one child, Paula Spear Boyd Moses. In 1951, she married William Hansel Boyd, who preceded her in death in 1998.

Maxine was active in Junior League and as co-founder of Jr. Cotillion of NLR. She served her church, NLR First United Methodist Church, as a member of the Finance Committee, Official Board, Faith-n-Action Circle, and was President of the Ambassador Class. She served as a volunteer at NLR Baptist Hospital for many years.

Maxine will be remembered as a true “Southern Lady”. She enjoyed time with her friends and staying active in her church and the community.

Maxine is survived by her daughter, Paula Moses and husband, Paul; two grandsons, Boyd Moses, wife Kristin, and their daughter Elizabeth; and Todd Moses, wife Courtney, and their daughter Trinity. She is also survived by her very faithful niece, Kathy Morledge, who has been a second daughter to her; and Kathy’s son, David; nephew, Ken White, his wife, Iris, their children, Kenny, Lisa, and Laura, and their children. She is also survived by long-term family friend, Glenda Bailey McClain.

The family would like to thank the staff of Fox Ridge NLR for their compassionate care and support.

The family will gather for a celebration of life on Monday, Aug. 25, at 2 p.m. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock (501-791-7400), conducted by Reverend Brenton Higdem. Visitation will be at 1 p.m., prior to service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116, or to a charity of your choice.

Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

––––– ––––– RICHARD BOYD DODSON, 80, of Maumelle, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014. Boyd was a gentle and intelligent man, a military pilot who served his country, a writer at heart who treasured his memories, a man who dearly loved his family, a friend who kept the bonds strong through eight decades of time and a valiant soul who steadfastly faced the challenges of his last years.

Boyd was born Oct. 19, 1933, in Holly Springs to the late John Henry and Elizabeth Palmer Dodson. It was in Holly Springs that he met Jane Rhea Lancaster, whom he married Oct. 21, 1955. He joined the United States Air Force through the Aviation Cadet program and was a commissioned officer, piloting bomber and cargo aircraft. He served a tour in Vietnam and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. After his military service, he earned a degree in Industrial Management and worked in the field of construction before retiring. Boyd and Jane lived in Dyer for 26 years where he raised enormous gardens, served the community and quietly assisted those in need. In 2012, Boyd and Jane moved to Maumelle to be closer to their children.

Boyd is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Johnie Palmer House; his brothers, Eugene Dodson and Ferrell Dodson; and a granddaughter, Rebecca Jones. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jane Dodson; his sister, Mary Bell Mackey; his son, Arlis Dodson and wife, Becci, of Broomfield, Colo.; and three daughters, Sharon Champion of Russellville, Diana Braswell and husband, Lynn, of Maumelle and Jennifer Jones and husband, Tim, of Beebe. He leaves behind nine grandchildren: Dana Champion, Russell Carey, Andrew Champion, Jessica Jones, Richard Carey, Elizabeth Franklin, Emily Jones, Victoria Jones, and Boyd Dodson; two great-grandchildren: Gabe Franklin and Percy Carey; and several nephews and nieces.

Boyd will be remembered for his beautiful writing, his quick wit, his gentle and strong hands and his graceful determination.

The family would like to express a word of thanks to the staff of the St. Vincent Surgical ICU and Surgical Ward units, and the staff of Cornerstone Long-Term Acute Care Hospital for the kind and dignified care Boyd received during his lengthy hospitalization.

Boyd was a lifelong Methodist. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Boyd’s honor to the Wounded Warrior Project or the National Parkinson Foundation.

Visitation will be Monday from 12-1 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at New Holly Springs Cemetery. To sign the online register, visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– KIM DONITA DURHAM, 53, of Maumelle, Ark., and Montclair, N.J., departed this life on Friday, Aug. 1, 2014. Survivors include: her youngest son, Trooper Tolbert; her father; and four siblings. She’s predeceased by her eldest son, Michael Devon Marshall. A Memorial service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2014, 10 a.m., at Payne Chapel AME Zion Church, 1710 Rock St., Little Rock, Ark., 72206. Arrangements by: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester St., LR, (501) 372-1305.

––––– ––––– KELLY L GARDNER, age 51, of Sherwood, passed away Aug. 21, 2014 at home. She was born on Feb. 9, 1963, in Little Rock, Ark.; she was the daughter of Gary L. Smith and Linda McInturff.

Kelly was an Administrative Assistant for J& M Foods. She was a member of Sylvan Hills Church of Christ and enjoyed making greeting cards and jewelry.

She is preceded in death by her father, Gary Smith; maternal grandparents, James and Marie Drennan; paternal grandparents, Martin and Frances Smith. Survivors include son, Clayton Gardner of Viola, Ark.; mother, Linda (Dan) McInturff; brother, Michael (Beverly) Smith; Holly McInturff; Danna Naegeli (Dan); a special nephew, Bo Smith; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Viola High School Baseball, P.O. Box 380 Viola, Ark., 72583.

Sign an online guest book at www.husonfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– DAVID WHEAT GOSS, 72, of North Little Rock, Ark., died Friday, Aug. 22, 2014. He was born Sept. 3, 1941 in Little Rock, Ark. David is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Wheat Goss and Daphna Lewis Storm; and his step-father, Fred C. Storm; and Charles Stephen Storm, step-brother.

David graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with his Bachelor’s in Humanities. In 1968, David began theatrical studies at the School of Dramatic Arts in Santa Monica, Calif., under the tutelage of Agnes Moorehead and Karl Malden. David also functioned as Coordinator and Public Relations Director for the Agnes Moorehead Theatre Academy and served as Front House Manager for the Shubert Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif., from 1971 to 1973. David and family returned back to Arkansas in late 1970s. He was instrumental in presenting and staging Agnes Moorehead’s One-Woman Theatrical Show that was performed at Robinson Auditorium in Little Rock. He was also employed by the Aetna Life and Casualty Insurance Company and the Arkansas Office of Aging as a Field Rep, as well assisting in Publicity and Public Relations, more recently as an Insurance Adjuster.

David is survived by his three children and five grandchildren: son, Robert Wheat Goss II (Robin) of Elizabeth City, N.C., and their children Pearl, Isabella, Samuel and Aidan; daughter, Fontaine Leonard of Little Rock, Ark., and her son, Charlie; and son, Jamie Robert Goss of Los Angeles, Calif.; by his brother, Steven Goss (Janice) of Hot Springs, Ark.; sisters, Martha Garrison (Dale) of Franklin, Tenn., and Cecily Storm of Fayetteville, Ark.; and by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

A special thank you goes out to his nephew, Bradley Wheat Goss, for years of love and care.

Graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m., Aug. 26, at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends and guests for visitation from 5-7 p.m. Monday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., NLR, Ark. Memorials may be made to the ALS Foundation, 1200 West Walnut, Suite 2309, Rogers, Ark., 72756, or to the Saline Memorial Hospice, 23157 I-30, Bryant, Ark., 72022. Please visit www.Smithfamilycares.com for online guest register.

––––– ––––– DONALD GRAY, 89, of Sherwood, Ark., passed away Aug. 22, 2014.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Alvoretta Gray; and his son, Richard Gordon Gray.

He is survived by his son, Tony Gray (Judy) of Chesterfield, Mo.; two daughters, Jean Hall of Ballwin, Mo., Donna Gray of Sherwood, Ark.; four grandchildren, Lori Wood, Julie Ware, Ben Hall, Katy Gray; six great-grandchildren; and one sister, Sammye Pearcy of Smyrna, Tenn.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Pathway Hospice.

Visitation will be on Monday from 9-11 a.m. at Roller Citizens Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Ark.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– Mr. JOHN H. HARPER SR., 82, of Little Rock, went from Labor to Reward on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 at Baptist Health Extended Care. He was preceded in death by his parents, Will and Lily Harper; brother, Gabe Harper; sister, Dorothy Harper, all of Bastrop, La.; great-greatgrandson, Brennan Casey of Little Rock. He leaves to cherish his memory: wife of 64 years, Lucille Harper; sons, John (Donna) Jr., Frank (Rosetta), Nathaniel and Sammie Harper, all of Little Rock, Ark.; daughters, Alice (Jessie) Floyd, Margaret (Douglas) Portlock, Brenda Hull, all of Little Rock, Ark., Patricia (Leon) Wright of North Little Rock, Ark., Mary Adams of San Antonio, Texas; a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandson; nieces; nephews; sisters-in-law; and brothers-in-law.

Family hour: Friday, 6-7:30 p.m. at Antioch F.G.B.C. Funeral Service: 11 a.m. at Rocky Mountain Missionary Baptist Church. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust”. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com.

––––– ––––– MAE LENE KING of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014. Mrs. King was a resident at Pleasant Valley Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Reverend Thomas C. King; and one son, Elder Prentice T. King. She’s survived by: her two sons, Christopher T. King and David D. King both of Little Rock, Ark.; three daughters, Mablene Offord Phoenix, Ariz., Carolyn Henry Little Rock, Ark., and Rose Woodruff Arlington, Texas. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014, 11 a.m., at Agape Church, 701 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock, Ark. Family hour will be Friday, Aug. 29, 2014, 6-7 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St., Little Rock, Ark. (501) 372-1305.

––––– ––––– STEVE MOWERY, 59, of Maumelle passed away Friday, Aug. 22, 2014. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maumelle and a member of Gideon International. He was retired from Alltel after 32 years and also worked for Pulaski Technical College as Director of Payroll. Steve was an avid golfer.

He is survived by his wife, Dian Mowery, of Maumelle; two daughters, Amber Mowery, of Maumelle, and Stephanie Yates and her husband, Aaron, of Bryant; his parents, Roger and Janet Mowery of Little Rock; one sister, Lisa Ricketson and her husband, Larry, of Bryant; one niece, Hanna Ricketson; one nephew, Jeremy Ricketson; and his beloved four-legged friends, Lexi and Cutter.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Maumelle, 100 Valencia Drive, Maumelle, Ark. 72113.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, at First Baptist Church of Maumelle. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. prior to services on Tuesday. Online obituary at www.smithfamilycares.com.

––––– ––––– Our sister, ROSE “ROSIE” MARIE NABHOLZ, 81, of Little Rock took her final trip on Monday, Aug. 11, 2014 and was welcomed into eternal life by our loving God.

Rose was born Jan. 27, 1933 in Little Rock to Anton Martin Nabholz and Clara Marie Nabholz. She was preceded in death by her parents; a niece, Lilli Ann Hess McGinn, a great-niece, Clara Jacques; and a great-nephew, Scott David Zingaretti. She is survived by five sisters, Theresa Bartlett of Pittsburgh, Pa., Carolyn (Frank) McCauley of North Little Rock, Lillian Hess of Little Rock, Marjorie (Jim) Johnson of St. Peters, Mo., and Antonia (George Huse) Nabholz of Danbury, Conn.; one brother, Michael (Pam) Nabholz of San Diego, Calif.; and 20 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many special friends and her beloved dogs, Bella and Tess, who will miss her very much.

Rosie was very active in her church community of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church. She served as a Eucharist minister, lector, liturgy commission member, Seniors group, the Altar Society and in countless other ways.

Rose attended primary school at St. Edward School in Little Rock, graduating in 1946. She then attended Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock and graduated in 1950. After graduation, she put her excellent secretarial skills to work at Southwestern Bell Telephone from 1950 to 1954.

She continued this line of work with her next employer L.B. Leigh & Co. In 1957 she embarked upon her career in the insurance industry with Williams & Rosen, Inc., which became, Atkins Ins. Corp, then Mark V. Williamson Co. Inc. From 1982 to 1996, she was employed by Rebsamen Insurance, later Regions, retiring in 1998, but continuing part-time until 2012.

Through the years, she became involved with numerous organizations. A friend asked her to join the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and she eventually served as Secretary to the President. She made her first retreat at Coury House, Subiaco in 1963 and later served on the Abbey Retreat League. She was also very active in the Catholic Business Women’s Club in Little Rock.

While she worked at Rebsamen, she was asked to join Optimist Club of West Little Rock. One of the main fundraisers for that Optimist Club was selling Christmas trees at a lot in Little Rock. She very much enjoyed this project although she was very busy from Thanksgiving to several days before Christmas.

She was a member of three

different Optimist clubs: West Little Rock, Central Little Rock and Rosedale, for more than 30 years. She held many leadership positions over the years, including club president, club secretary treasurer, Arkansas District Lt. Governor and was chairperson over many arenas. In 2007 she was recognized as Arkansas District “Optimist of the Year” and again in 2012 for her years of dedicated and tireless service to the district.

While an Optimist, Rose became involved in the Optimist Hearing Foundation of Arkansas andserved on the board for 15 years. The foundation’s goal is to provide assistance to groups or projects involved with the hearing impaired of Arkansas or to purchase hearing impaired equipment. Due to her service on that board she was appointed to the Arkansas State Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology by Governor Mike Beebe.

Mount St. Mary Academy honored her as the alumnae of the year in 2008 because of her dedication to alumnae activities.

She made many special friends through her involvement in all these organizations.

In her later years, she developed a special love for Ireland and traveled there several times.

A special thanks is extended to the staff at Good Shepherd Nursing/Rehabilitation facility for the professional and compassionate care that they showed Rosie during her short stay.

Donations/memorials can be made to Coury House, Subiaco Ark.; Mount St Mary Academy in Little Rock; Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church; the Optimist International Foundation, 4404 Lindell Blvd, St Louis, Mo. 63108.

Rosary will be Sunday, Aug. 24, at 3 p.m. with a visitation following at Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, Aug. 25, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church, Father Erik Pohlmeier as Celebrant. Inurnment will follow at Holy Souls Columbarium.

Arrangements are by Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth.

Online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

––––– ––––– MOSE SMITH III, age 84, of Little Rock, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014. He was born Oct. 18, 1929 in Memphis, Tenn. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mose Smith Jr. and Lucille Maddox Smith; and a brother, John M. Smith all of Fort Smith, Ark.

He graduated from Phillips Academy at Andover, Mass. While at Andover he served as president of his fraternity and as manager of the baseball team. He was also chosen by the Headmaster to spend the summer after graduation in the U.K. on a scholarship sponsored by the English Speaking Union. This program allowed school boys from the U.S. to tour England, Scotland and Wales staying with families in each town.

After graduation from Andover in 1948 he entered Yale University in New Haven, Conn. His roommates all four years at Yale were classmates from Andover, Lincoln Cornell, Richard Coulson and John McDonald, creating friendships that have lasted a lifetime.

He joined a singing group called the Society of Orpheus & Bacchus for two years and as a senior he was chosen to be a member of the renowned Whiffenpoofs, who elect new members each year from the junior class. His Whiffenpoof group traveled to Little Rock from all over the U.S. to help him celebrate his 50th and 60th birthday.

He served a term as president of The Fence Club, and as a senior was elected to one of Yale’s secret societies; WOLFS HEAD. He received his BA degree from Yale in 1952 and returned to Arkansas to attend the University of Arkansas School of Medicine, and graduated in 1956. He began his residency in the Obstetrics & Gynecology Department the year it moved to the West Markham location.

After his internship year, he served in the Medical Corps, U.S. Naval Reserve with the rank of Lieutenant. He entered in to private practice in Little Rock in July 1962 having never missed a day of work until he retired in July 2000. He was a member of the staff of St. Vincent Infirmary, Baptist Medical Center, Doctor’s Hospital, University Hospital and Cleburne County Hospital. He was appointed Associate Clinical Professor of the OB/ GYN Department at U of A Medical Center. He served two terms as Chairman of the OB/GYN Department at St. Vincent Infirmary was a member of the state and county medical societies and President of the GYN Society. He was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology and served two terms as Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Arkansas Section. He was a Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, having been initially certified in 1965.

Dr. Smith was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and served two terms on the vestry. He was also elected twice to the school board at Pulaski Academy during its early founding. He was also a member of the Country Club of Little Rock. He enjoyed fly fishing, golf, skeet & trap shooting with his brother.

Upon his retirement in 2000 he moved to Dallas with his wife Sarah Jane, where they could be close to the grandchildren and closer to their home in Colorado. In Dallas he attended St. Michaels and All Angel’s Episcopal Church with many old acquaintances from Yale. He volunteered in Palliative Care at Parkland Hospital and also enjoyed being a recording reader for Reading Resource. He returned home to Little Rock due to declining health and seeking care from his own medical doctors.

In their younger years Mose and Sarah Jane loved to dance. They traveled with friends and family and enjoyed many adventures. This made their life always interesting and fun. To the very end they have appreciated the kindness of all the many thoughtful friends that have shown their love through Mose’s illness.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Sarah Jane; their son, Lincoln Mose Smith; daughters, Susan Schallhorn, Quinton Smith, Lucille Leach; sons, Reid Smith and Mose Smith; eight grandchildren; nephews, John Smith Jr. and John Hayes; and nieces, Holly Hayes and Heather Hayes.

A memorial service will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Friday, Sept. 5, 2014 at 10 a.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice Home Care, 12120 Colonel Glenn Rd., Ste. 6400, Little Rock, Ark., 72210 or UAMS-Throat Cancer, 4301 W. Markham St, #716, Little Rock, Ark., 72205. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– Her family lovingly remembers DOROTHY MOORE TOLL, 79, who passed away at home Aug. 22, 2014, following a long illness. She is survived by her husband, Richard; daughters, Fran and Kathy; sons-in-law, Ed Watson and Smokey Vaught; grandchildren, Katie and Mason Watson, David Vaught (Fran M.) and Julielle Sears (Ben); great-grandchildren, Jacob and Emily Vaught; as well as two sisters, Marie Golding and Wanda McAnear; and many nieces and nephews.

Her friends remember her as a gifted Bible study leader and interior designer as well as a loyal friend. Her personality was lively and fun. She laughed easily but was sensitive to the hurts and needs of others. She resolved to live out her faith in Jesus Christ daily and was quick to share Him with others.

Visitation will be Monday, Aug. 25 at 6-8 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home. Memorial service will be Tuesday, Aug. 26 at 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church. Reception to follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, www.theaftd.org.

To sign online guest book visit: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ chenal.

––––– ––––– BEATRICE YOUNG, 73, of Little Rock, departed this life Aug. 19, 2014.

Family Hour: Monday, 6-7 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary, LR. Funeral: Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Greater Second Baptist Church, 5615 Geyer Springs, LR; Pastor David Featherstone, officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (501) 371-0111. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust.”

Arkansas

BALD KNOB — Vivian Christine (Louks) Wynn, born July 28, 1921, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 at the age of 93. A resident of Bald Knob, Ms. Wynn was a homemaker and a faithful member of the First Christian Church in Bald Knob. She was known for her sense of humor, smile, beauty and grace and her pumpkin pie.

Ms. Wynn was preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Reagan Wynn. She is survived by son, Perry Wynn (Betty); and daughter, Reagina Wynn Goodin; grandchildren, Reagan Wynn (Lori), Christy Hunt (Dennis), Michael Wynn (Michelle), Eric Throckmorton (Kelly) and Lance Throckmorton (Angie); and 10 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at Powell Funeral Home Chapel in Bald Knob. Services will follow at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to the First Christian Church in Bald Knob or your favorite charity. Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home Bald Knob-Judsonia. www. powellfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– BEEBE — Raymell Nottenkamper, 79, of Beebe, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014. She was born on Jan. 21, 1935 to Dolphus King and Predith Alread King in Tyronza, Ark. Raymell was self-employed in the agriculture business. Raymell was a member of the United Methodist Church of Floyd. She was preceded in death by four brothers; three sisters; and daughter, Janice Starkey.

She is survived by: son, James Starkey; daughters, Rose Hall, Jennifer Whitman, Betty Rolins; brothers, Buddy, Chester, Harold, Charlie, Donny; sister, Marie; grandchildren, Christy, Karen, Bryon, Shelly, Wendy, Justin, Jason, Wesley, Abbie, Bailey, Joseph, Brent, Jimmy, Scott, Chucky, Lucie, Angela, Joseph, Felicia; and 19 great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. at Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be on Aug. 25, 2014 at 10:30 a.m., also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Grizzard Cemetery in Cabot. Sign the online guestbook: www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– BROOKLAND — Eugene Smith, 98, of Brookland died Friday.

Survivors include his sons, Charles, Noel, Larry, and Darrell Smith; 15 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in Roller-Farmers Union Chapel with Rex Howell officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Log Cemetery.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– CABOT — Mary Elizabeth Hamilton Brinkley, 84, of Cabot, Ark., was born to Lee and Helen Hamilton on Dec. 26, 1929 in Little Rock, Ark. She departed this earth surrounded by family on Aug. 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Michael McClure; a sister, Dorothy Bowen; and a brother, Bobby Hamilton.

Mary leaves to treasure her memory, daughters, Vicky (Bill) Reeves and Rebecca Brown; grandchildren, Rebekah (Kevin) Hicks, Jon (Amber) Reeves, Courtney Reeves, Christy Reeves, Craig Tyson, Angie McClure, Wendy (Jeff) Simmons, and Nick Brown; great-grandchildren, Cody Hicks, Jovie Reeves, Landry Reeves, and Spencer Simmons; brothers, Eddie (Jamie) Hamilton and Charles (Betty) Hamilton; and sister, Betty (Bill) Hill.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. (501-791-7400). Burial will follow at Little Rock National Cemetery, 2523 Confederate Blvd., Little Rock. The family will receive friends from 5–7 p.m., Monday at the Funeral Home.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

––––– ––––– CABOT — Wanda Gonzalez, of Cabot, passed away on Aug. 22, 2014.

Visitation will be Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with services to follow at 12 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Chapel.

To send online condolences visit www.thomasfuneralservice.com. Arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service in Cabot.

––––– ––––– CABOT — Inez Ison, 80, of Cabot died Thursday Aug. 21, 2014. She was born April 30, 1934 in Wurtland, Ky., to the late Burt Hales and Louise Vernon. Inez is preceded in death by husband; Raymond Ison Sr.; and sons, John Ison, Raymond Ison Jr.

Inez is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Papka (Thomas); grandchild, Tim Patterson; great-grandchildren Kylie Frazier, Hayden Nance, and Bentley Patterson.

Visitation will be 5–7 p.m., Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at Moore’s Funeral Home in Cabot. Graveside services will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014 at Little Rock National Cemetery. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– CONWAY — Garcia L. “Mistoe” Griffin, 93, of Conway, Ark. passed away Aug. 22, 2014. He was born on Jan. 15, 1921 in Bernie, Mo., to the late Herlie and Viola Griffin.

Mistoe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a deacon and member of Second Baptist Church, an avid sportsman, pilot, and WWII veteran. Mistoe met Marie Lane while stationed at Camp Robinson and they were married for 68 years until her death in 2009.

His aviation career began at Cantrell Field, first as a mechanic and later as a pilot and instructor. He was passionate about flying and spent a lifetime piloting various types of aircraft ranging from crop dusters to corporate jets. His flying career included 27 years as a corporate pilot for Ward Bus Company in Conway. Mistoe’s stellar reputation as a pilot was recognized at age 90 when he was presented the Department of Transportation’s prestigious FAA Master Pilot Award recognizing 50 years of accident-free piloting.

When he wasn’t flying, Mistoe could be found in the woods or on a lake, hunting and fishing and making countless memories with family and friends.

More important to him than his career and hobbies, however, was Mistoe’s Christianity. He was a Godly man of great and steadfast faith, who, as the patriarch of his large family, led by example. Some of his proudest moments were witnessing the baptisms of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, most at Second Baptist, the church he held so dear. He was a humble, honest, kind, loving and compassionate man who lived a colorful life, long in years and rich in wisdom and experience.

He is also preceded in death by his daughter, Jeannie Stanton; and a granddaughter, Laura Stanton, both of Conway, Ark.

Left to cherish Mistoe’s legacy of faith and love are his children, Kent Griffin and wife Jan, Peggy Bailey and husband Kenneth, Gayle Austin and husband Glenn; son-in-law, Gary Stanton; grandchildren, Shelly Moon and husband Pat, Gray Wagnon and husband Stoney, Hunter Austin and wife Ambra, and Valerie Henderson; great-grandchildren, Wes and Maegan Mathis, Tripp and Griff Wagnon, Hadleigh and Ethan Austin, and Kyle Henderson, all of Conway; one sister, Martha Fowler of Poplar Bluff, Mo.; sister-in-law, Pat Miller, of Conway; and a host of other family and friends.

Funeral Services will be Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at 3p.m. at Second Baptist Church on Dave Ward Dr. with Brothers Mark Dance and Clyde Spurgin officiating. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway. Visitation will be held from 2-3 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Kent Griffin, Glenn Austin, Kenneth Bailey, Gary Stanton, Wes Mathis, and Frank Earney will serve as Pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital or to St. Jude.

Online guest book, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– CROSSETT — Ruth Olive Stever Trotter, 97 of Crossett passed away Aug. 21, 2014 at Stonegate Villa Nursing Home in Crossett. She was born Aug. 16, 1917 to the late Earnest Ellsworth Stever and Zeppie Pearl Shetterly Stever.

She was a retired school cafeteria worker of 23 years with Crossett School System and was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Crossett. She always had a smile, a funny joke, a song to sing and a story to tell. She enjoyed all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Virgil (Dock) Trotter; her son, Gary K. Trotter; a brother, James Stever; and sister, Ruby LaGrone.

Ruth is survived by three daughters, Dolores Eastwood and her husband Carl of Florence, Wis., Rosemary Fryer and husband Jerry of Crossett, and Bonnie Crain and husband James of Hamburg; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 25 at Stephenson-Funeral Home Chapel in Monticello, Ark., with burial in Campground Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Sunday night at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman. com.

––––– ––––– FORDYCE — Glenna Thae Gray Rich Smith, 90, of Fordyce died Friday, Aug. 22, 2014 at Dallas County Medical Center in Fordyce. She was born April 3, 1924 in Thornton, Ark. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Fordyce. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ray Gray and Floy McCann Gray; husbands, James Allen Rich and Houston Smith; one son, Billy Ray Rich; four brothers, Albert Gray, Victor Gray, Ralph Gray, A.G. Gray; and one sister, Mary Sue Gray. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Bill Barkhimer of Camden; daughterin-law, Retta (Sheldon) Richardson of Camden; four grandchildren, Renee (Bill) Westlake of Roswell, Ga., Candy (Prentiss) Lambert of Camden, Alan (Kathy) Rich of Camden, Billy Joe Autrey of Camden; 11 great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and four step-great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday 6-8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Benton Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Wooley and Rev. Bill Cato officiating. Burial will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– FORT SMITH — Rose Custer Hollis Bethell, 94, of Fort Smith died Aug. 21, 2014, at home. She was born July 27, 1920, in Pine Bluff, Ark., the daughter of Rosa Lee Custer Hollis and Mack C. Hollis.

Memorial celebration services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at First United Methodist Church in Fort Smith under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. Visitation for family and friends will follow immediately in the Narthex Reception area of the church. A private burial service at Woodlawn Memorial Park will precede the memorial service.

Following a year at Hendrix College, Rose Custer Hollis graduated with honors as the top graduate in the school of Business and Statistics from the University of Arkansas. She became a member of Chi Omega Fraternity and continued as an active participant for 75 years, including 25 years on the House Corporation Board.

After moving to Fort Smith, Rose became involved in all aspects of First United Methodist Church and the community. She became the first woman elected as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of First United Methodist Church and served in many other roles including chairperson of the Altar Guild for 20 years.

Her civic involvement included President of Parent Teacher Associations for Ballman Elementary and Ramsey Junior High. Other civic contributions include a role in the establishing of the Bonneville House Association and serving as its President; working with the Fort Smith Public Library to form the Friends of the Library; and serving as President of the Board of Directors of the Fort Smith Girl Scout Council. She was an active member of the Wednesday Club, PEO, the Embroidery Guild, and a volunteer reader with first graders at Albert Pike Elementary School. Rose was selected as recipient of the Book of Golden Deeds by the Noon Exchange Club in 1980.

Rose was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Edgar E. Bethell. She is survived by two daughters, Delia Rose Bethell and husband Gene Gandy of West Sacramento, Calif., Barbara Bethell of Muldrow, Okla.; and son, Bruce Hollis Bethell and wife Suzanne of Fort Smith. Survivors also include two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren: Amanda Dee Bethell Lawrence of Shreveport, La., and her children Eleanora Joanne and Andrew Robert; and Rev. Leslie Hollis Bethell Roper and husband Jeff Andrew Roper and their children Jordan Alexander and Daniel Hollis all of Batesville, Ark.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Altar Guild of First United Methodist Church

The family wishes to thank the dedicated and caring persons from Home Instead and Peachtree Hospice for the loving care they have given to our Mother.

Memorial donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church 200 North 15th Fort Smith, Ark., 72901 or The Friends of the Library 3201 Rogers Ave. Fort Smith, Ark., 72903 or the charity of donors’ choice.

To sign an online guestbook visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– HAMPTON — Clara Lillian Milford Magnia, 91, of Hampton died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 at her home. She was born Dec. 17, 1922 in Diboll, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, George Milford and Clara Belle Massengill Milford; husband, Kyte Magnia; and one niece, George Ellen Stokes. She is survived by one niece, Charlotte (Jerry) Day of Little Rock; one nephew, Larry Stokes of Hampton; one great-niece, Chanda Word of Holly Springs; and one great-nephew, Thomas Day of Little Rock. Visitation will be Sunday 6-8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Hampton. Graveside services will be at San Jacinto Memorial Cemetery in Houston, Texas at a later date. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce/Hampton. To sign the online register visit www. bentonfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– HECTOR — Dencil Joe Ticer, 69, of Hector, died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014. The family will conduct a private memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Online obituary/guestbook available at: www.shinnfuneral.com.

––––– ––––– HOPE — Service for Mr. Jim Hogue, 94, of Hope, 2 p.m., Monday, Aug. 25 at Brazzel/Oakcrest Chapel, Bro. Mark Fisher officiating, burial Memory Gardens Cemetery in Hope, Visitation 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24 at Brazzel/Oakcrest Funeral Home. Arrangements by Brazzel/ Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope, Eddie Brazzel, Director, online Guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

––––– ––––– HOT SPRINGS — Lola Mae Matthews Hays, 106, passed away Aug. 23, 2014, in Hot Springs. She was born Nov. 16, 1907, in Atkins.

Funeral is 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Lemley Chapel. Visitation is at 10:30 a.m. preceding the service.

Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.

––––– ––––– JONESBORO — Reverend Gerald K. Rainwater (aka Jerry), 74, formerly of Fort Smith, Ark., died Aug. 19, 2014 in Jonesboro, Ark. He served 22 local church congregations as a United Methodist pastor during his 39 years of ministry. He was a graduate of Fort Smith High School Class of ‘57, the University of Arkansas, and Perkins School of Theology at SMU in Dallas, Texas. He is predeceased by his father, Harley S. Rainwater; and mother, Mary F. Rainwater; and his brother, Billy J. Rainwater, all of Fort Smith. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Reverend Nancy (Major) Rainwater, of Imboden, Ark.; three married sons, David and Becky Rainwater of North Little Rock, Danny and Susan Rainwater of Jonesboro, and John Rainwater and Randy Lyles of Memphis, Tenn.; three granddaughters, Ashleigh Oleson, Aubreigh Rainwater, and Abbeigh Rainwater, all of Jonesboro; a great-granddaughter, Bekket Soles; and one sister, Flo Chism of Roanoke, Texas. A celebration and memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Conway, Ark. where he was ordained an Elder of the North Arkansas Conference. The service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014 at 2 p.m. As a tribute to Rev. Rainwater’s love for local churches and their congregations, memorial gifts may be made in his name to the local church of the donor’s choice, or alternatively, to the Alzheimer’s Arkansas at 201 Markham Center Drive, Little Rock, Ark., 72205 or www.alzark.org.

––––– ––––– LONOKE — Deloris Morrow Abbott, born Jan. 29, 1938 to Darrell and Lucy Morrow went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 22, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Claudie Abbott; a sister, Ruby Abbott Smith; and a granddaughter Jennifer Abbott. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Allen (Brenda) Abbott, Larry (Linda) Abbott, Cheryl (Allen) Smith, Jimmy (Pam) Abbott, Johnny (Sherry) Abbott, Gary (Leasha) Abbott, Jerry (Tammy) Abbott, Laura (Clay) Lingo and LuAnn (Jody) Stricklin; and the ever faithful, always loved, self-proclaimed favorite son-in-law, Ricky Fugatt, all of Lonoke; 24 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Alice Clark, Geraldine Morrow and Jane Debrosse; and her brother, Ricky (Tracy) Morrow; and a host of nieces and nephews, all of Paragould.

Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25 at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke with Funeral Services following at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. www. boydfuneralhome.net.

––––– ––––– PINE BLUFF — Eddie Ray Lackey, 62, of Pine Bluff, went to be with the Lord, Friday, Aug. 22, 2014.

Graveside services will be Monday, 10 a.m. at Roselawn Cemetery.

Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

––––– ––––– PRATTSVILLE — Brenda Crowe, 70, of Prattsville, Ark., passed away on Aug. 22, 2014. Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Aug. 23, 2014 at Neighbors Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, James; and three sons. Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern.

––––– ––––– RISON — Dorothy Sue Blundell, 84, of Rison, Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014.

Survivors include two daughters, Debra Blundell, Deana Blundell; several half-siblings; and grandson, David Blundell.

Graveside services will be Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Harmony Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at Fuller Hale-South in Pine Bluff.

Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

––––– ––––– ROMANCE — Glenda Faye Anderson, 69, of Romance passed away Friday, Aug. 22, 2014. She was born June 23, 1945 to the late LE Stevens and Zelda Barnett in Gravel Hill, Ark.

Glenda was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Romance. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and was loved by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Jimmy Anderson; two sons, Raymond F. Taylor (Julie) of Searcy and Preston Anderson (Kimberly) of Pangburn; two daughters, Jeni Brewster (Keith) of Sandborn, Ind. and Michelle Peppers (Eric) of Romance; one brother, Herman Stevens of Bradford; three sisters, Carol Richardson of Blytheville, Nadine Kaylor of Gravel Hill and Ruby Carter of Rose Bud; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one brother, James Stevens; and one sister, Shirley Turner.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014 at SearcyFuneral Home.

Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, with interment at Gravel Hill Memorial Garden.

All funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home.

Share a Memory: www.SearcyMcEuenFuneralHome.com.

––––– ––––– WYNNE — Nadine Johnson, 84, of Wynne, Ark., died Thursday, in Cherry Valley, Ark..

Survivors are Bobby Johnson of Cherry Valley; Randy Johnson of Wynne; Danny Johnson of Wynne; two brothers; one sister; nine grandchildren; and 19 great grandchildren.

Services are Sunday at 2 p.m., Kernodle Funeral Home, burial in Cogbill Cemetery.

––––– ––––– WYNNE — Elizabeth Warner (87) of Wynne died Thursday. She was born May 22, 1927, in Cherry Valley to Erastus and Jewel Stewart Cooper.

Survivors include: sons, Billy (Judy) Martin, Danny Martin; daughter, Mary Kathryn (Gary) Hooper; sister, Bea Bocaroba; grandchildren, Greg Baker, David Baker, and Melissa Martin; and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are 10 a.m., Monday at the Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home with interment in Crosslawn Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. 870-238-9400 www. thompsonwilsonfh.com.