Obituaries

Pulaski County

BENJAMIN ELLINGTON HARVEY was born on June 7, 1985, in Hot Springs, Ark. He is survived by his parents, Katherine Tweedle Harvey and John Stansel Harvey; his aunts, Edwina Harvey and Molly Bogen; his “brother,” Scott Townsend; and his special pets, Moses and Allison Harvey.

Today, Benjamin is reunited with his pets, Bunzington and Fozzie Harvey. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Earl and Jane Tweedle, Edwin ( Buddy) and Mary Harvey. Benjamin will always be the center of his mother’s universe and the love of her life, and he leaves behind a host of kind and loving friends who are missing him. Benjamin is a graduate of Benton High School and the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville where he earned a B. F. A. in art and graphic design and where he was a member of the varsity paintball team. In addition to his work as a freelance graphic design artist, Benjamin was an accomplished and passionate musician and visual artist. These mediums afforded Benjamin outlets for expressing his uniquely sensitive perception of life and living.

A service of celebration and remembrance will be held 2 p. m., Tuesday, Sept. 1 at RollerChenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Pkwy., Little Rock, ( 501) 224- 8300. Memorials may be made to the American Juvenile Diabetes Association at www. jdrf. org under memorials.

Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ chenal.

––––– – –––– MARCELLA DRILLING PEACH, age 94, of Little Rock, died Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015. She was born in Morrilton, Ark. on July 7, 1921 to William and Elizabeth Schaefers Drilling. A registered medical technologist, she careered and taught at St. Vincents Infirmary and was a member of Our Lady of Holy Souls Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by husband of 59 years, Charles H. Peach, Jr. and son, John Ricard Peach.

Survivors include a son, Herb Peach ( Becky); daughters: Elizabeth Peach, Joan Siepiela, and Becky Thurman ( Walter); five grandchildren and one great- grandchild.

Visitation at Our Lady of Holy Souls Catholic Church at 6 p. m., Monday, Aug. 31, 2015. Rosary at 7 p. m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a. m., Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015. Entombment to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Little Rock, Ark.

Arrangements are by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady of Holy Souls Catholic Church.

––––– – –––– OZELL MAE PURTLE, age 102, of Little Rock, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015. She was the oldest surviving member of Primrose Methodist Church, a charter member of Arkansas Iris Society, and an avid gardener. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Lillie Nickels; her husband, W. F. “Bill” Purtle; and two brothers, Dr. C. W. Nickels and Wallace Nickels; two grandchildren, Matthew and

Jeremy Reck; and a son- in- law, Bobby G. Wilson.

She is survived by two daughters, Billie Jo Wilson of Little Rock and Marolyn ( Kenneth) Reck of Clinton; grandsons: Wayne ( Debra) Wilson of Little Rock, Mark ( Pam) Wilson of Little Rock, Chris ( Mayra) Reck of St Louis, Mo.; great- grandchildren: Heather Wilson, Shanna Little, Jennifer ( Gary) Clowers, Isabella, Sofia and Christen Reck and greatgreatgrandchild, Krista ( Lindsay) Duncan.

The funeral will be 3 p. m., Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Primrose Methodist Church, 3006 W. Dixon Road, Little Rock. Family will receive friends 2- 3 p. m. prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Primrose Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Primrose Cemetery.

Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ drummond.

––––– – –––– UNA HOBBS SMITH, age 79, of Little Rock, died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015. She was born on Oct. 1, 1935 in Batesville to the late Harrison Asbury Hobbs and Jeffie Irene.

She is survived by her son, Adam Harrison Smith of Little Rock; sisters, Billie Jean Healy and her husband, Loyd and Kathleen Cuccia of Maumelle; nephew, Stuart Healy and his wife, Linda and great nephews, Andrew and Sean Healy of Maumelle; niece, Alicia Cuccia- Kenston and her husband, Keith of Mokena, Ill.; devoted cousin, Larry Fullbright of Sherwood; and Peaches, her faithful, furry companion. Preceded in death by her loving husband, William ( Bill) Smith.

Una was employed by Southwestern Bell for 31 years as supervisor of transmission engineering. Her hobby was doing the New York Times crossword puzzle in ink! She was an active supporter of CARTI and PARK as well as the Humane Society of Arkansas. She was also an advocate of Animal Village, Little Rock Compassion Center, and Arkansas Food Bank.

Her great passions were her love for her family, care for animals, travel, and her church. Una dedicated much of her life to caring for her family, friends, and anyone in need of assistance. She will be greatly missed by her devoted family and lovingly remembered for her wonderful sense of humor, honor, integrity, and passionate devotion to her church.

The family would like to give special thanks to the caring staff and physicians at CARTI, St. Vincent, and UAMS for their love, care, and compassion.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m., Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015 at Roller- Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, ( 501) 224- 8300. Interment will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle. The family will receive friends from 6- 8 p. m., Tuesday, Sept. 1 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR 72210; Out Of The Woods Animal Rescue of Arkansas, PO Box 7365, Little Rock, AR 72217, ootwrescue. org; or CARTI.

To sign the online guestbook, visit www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ chenal.

Arkansas

ARKADELPHIA — Reba Clair Kirksey Cooper, age 83, of Arkadelphia, passed away Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015 at her home. She was born Sept. 25, 1931 to Roy William Andrew and Winnie Hazel Adams Kirksey. Reba was a member of Second Baptist Church where she served as church pianist for many years. She was retired from the Arkadelphia Human Development Center. Reba was a member of Daughters of American Revolution and the Clark County Historical Association. She contributed several genealogical publications and was very active in genealogical work.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Lynn Cooper, Sr. and one granddaughter, Amy Lea McCauley.

Survivors are her children, Robert Lynn Cooper Jr. and wife, Cheryl, Rose Ann McCauley and her husband, Randy, all of Arkadelphia; grandchildren: Amanda ( Ross) Burroughs and their children, Evan, Lucas and Wyatt of Arkadelphia; Rebecca ( Carson) Gaines and their children, Maddie, Claire, Olivia and Paislee of Fayetteville; Carrie ( Nick) Flora and their children, Benjamin and Emaline of Nashville, Tenn.; Suzy ( Lance) Gray and their children, Ashley, C. J. and Cayla of Texas; Andy Moore of Arkadelphia; Christopher “Kirk” Kirksey ( Beth) McCauley and their children, Alexandria and Adreonna of Saline County, Ark.; Jarred Bryant ( Rachel) McCauley and their children, Adeline and Sean of Bryant, Ark.; Joshua Park McCauley and Megan Hope McCauley both of Arkadelphia; Joanna Claire ( Andrew) West and their children, Kierstin, Gabriellla and Aria of Baton Rouge, La.; and Caleb Andrew McCauley of Arkadelphia; and a very special thanks to Gail Marshall and Mary Jane Cooper for their loving devotion.

Visitation will be 6- 8 p. m., Monday at Ruggles- Wilcox Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be 10 a. m., Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Rose Hill Cemetery with Stan Parris officiating.

Memorials may be made to Clark County Historical Association. Online register is available at www. ruggleswilcox. com.

––––– – –––– BENTON — Wilma L. Linton, 89, of Benton, beloved matriarch of her family and church member, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015.

Preceding her in death was her husband, William E. Linton, Sr.; her son, William E. Linton, Jr.; grandson, Jeffery Linton; one brother, Dee Adams.

Survivors include two grandchildren, Stacy and Tim; three great- grandchildren: Tanner, Leven, and William; two great- great- grandchildren, Clay and Carlie; three brothers: Monroe, Robert, and Billy.

Funeral service will be 11 a. m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at Roller Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Ark. with Rev. Scott King officiating. Visitation from 10- 11 prior to service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Benton, Ark.

Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ drummond.

––––– – –––– CROSSETT — Shirley Ruth Curran, 78, of Crossett, died Aug. 29, 2015. She was the widow of Elvin Curran and a homemaker. Funeral services will be Monday at 10 a. m. at The First United- Pentecost Church of North Crossett. Burial will follow at Carlock Cemetery under the direction of Medders Funeral Home.

––––– – –––– HEBER SPRINGS — Thomas “Tommy” L. Rogers, 82, of Heber Springs, Ark., went home to be with the Lord, Aug. 28, 2015. He was born Jan. 16, 1933 to Cargile and Lola Rogers in Stephens, Ark.

Tommy was a wonderful husband and father. He was known as a generous and loving man who treated everyone with respect. Tommy retired from a dual military career, serving in both the United States Navy and United States Air Force. After retirement, Tommy served the citizens of Cleburne County as a deputy with the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Tommy is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Joyce Eileen Rogers; two daughters, Tonya Fox and Susan G. Rogers; three sisters: Jane Adams, Mildred McKamie, and Betty Lou Bagwell; two brothers, Bill Wilkie and Darel Wilkie; and numerous extended family members and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to all the staff of Arkansas Hospice, but especially to Tammy, Cathy, and Elisha. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tommy’s honor to Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116.

A memorial service honoring Tommy’s life will be held 2 p. m., Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015 at Sugarloaf Baptist Church in Heber Springs, www.heberspringsfuneralhome.com.

––––– – –––– HOPE — Funeral service for Mrs. Patricia Kay Butler Lach will be 11 a. m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015 at Brazzel/ Oakcrest with Charles Jones officiating. Private family burial will follow later. Arrangements by Brazzel/ Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope; Eddie Brazzel, Director. Online guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

––––– – –––– HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — On Aug. 30, 2015, James “Jim” A. Pierce of Hot Springs Village went to meet his Savior at the age of 72. He was born Oct. 18, 1942. Jim was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family. He was retired from the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department and a retired fireman from the Fordyce Fire Department. He was a true Arkansas Razorback fan. He loved sports and hunting. He also loved the game of golf. He was a joy to be around.

He was preceded in death by his father, A. V. “Mutt” Pierce; mother, Willie Faye Pierce; sisters, Jean Ann Johnston and Becky Faye Pierce.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria Hauteen Pierce; daughter, Kim Hughes and husband, Charlie; son, James “Shoney” Pierce and wife, Cheryl; grandsons: Christopher Johnston, Houston and Max Pierce; stepgranddaughter, Stacy Hughes and stepgreat- granddaughter, Kylee Hough.

Visitation will be Monday from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Funeral services will be 3 p. m., Tuesday at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jon Stubblefield and Rev. Willard Zeiser officiating. Burial will follow at Stoney Point Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Arkansas Hospice, Barcelona Road Baptist Church, or the Junior Golf Association Scholarship Program in Hot Springs Village, Ark., 58 Segovia Drive, Hot Springs Village, Ark. 71909.

Arrangements are by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register, visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.

––––– – –––– MARSHALL — Loreda Catherine Graham, 79, of Marshall, passed away Friday, Aug. 28,

2015.

Visitation: Monday, Aug. 31 at 1 p. m. at the Leslie Assembly of God Church. Services at 2: 00.

Funeral services entrusted to Clinton Funeral Service of Clinton. For full obituary, go to www.clintonfuneralservice.com.

––––– – –––– MONTICELLO — Jo Carson, 86, died suddenly in Monticello, Ark. on Aug. 27, 2015. Josephine Patricia Reginelli was born March 9, 1929 on the family farm in Lake Village, Ark. She was the daughter of Silvano and Rosa Marcellini Reginelli, immigrants from Le Marche, Italy. She attended St. Mary’s school through the eighth grade, then Lakeside High School where she graduated in 1946.

On Christmas Day of 1947, she married William M. “Billy” Carson of Monticello in Lake Village. They were married for 67 years until his death, Feb. 12, 2015. They raised five children: William Michael, Susan Jo, Patricia Ann, John Phillip, and Lisa Marie. She should have been awarded a doctorate in child care for her efforts. She was homeroom mother at WC Whaley elementary for all her children. She was Den Mother for Cub Scouts and helped with the Girl Scouts and was very active with the Monticello swimming team.

She worked as a telephone operator at Southwestern Bell in both Lake Village and Monticello. After the children were out of school, she worked as a clerk and a buyer for Carson’s Clothing Store. She greatly enjoyed going to markets to shop for new lines of clothing. She was a life member of the Monticello Junior Auxiliary, serving as secretary and corresponding secretary. She played in two bridge clubs with her wonderful lady friends for nearly 40 years.

Jo and Billy went to Munich, Germany in 1981 to visit their son and daughter- in- law and spent nearly a month traveling in Europe, visiting relatives in Italy and friends in Paris. This trip of a lifetime sparked a keen interest in travel. They were fortunate to be able to travel after Billy’s retirement, taking cruises and road trips with Ervin and Marie Jones. They returned to Italy twice, once having an audience with Pope John Paul II at the Vatican.

Once a month as the children grew up, the family would get up early and go to Nona’s farm in Lake Village. These trips are fondly remembered by the entire family. Mother would always go to church. There were only three Catholics in Monticello when she married and no church. Later, she began to drive every Sunday to St. Luke’s, a small new church in Warren. She taught catechism and her home was used by Benedictine nuns for religious education classes, Saturday mornings 1960- 1971. She worked tirelessly to establish and build St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Monticello. One of her happiest moments was burning the loan papers in the “paying off the church mortgage” ceremony.

She loved her home and watching the critters in her big backyard. She loved cooking feasts for her big family. Christmas was her favorite time of year. She devoted her life to her husband and family, her church, and her community. She lived her life with a great faith, optimism, and joy.

She was the widow of Billy Carson and also preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, and two brothers. She is survived by a sister, Marie Jones and a brother, Phillip Reginelli and by her five children and their respective spouses: Susan Baum, Johnny Adkins, Keith Williams, Sheri Carson, and Robbie Gibson and by six grandchildren: Michael Adkins and wife, Meredith, Kate Adkins, Joseph Engelkes, John David Carson and wife, Courtney, Jason Carson, Anna Gibson and by one great- grandchild, Chase William Carson.

A rosary and memorial services celebrating her life will be held at St Mark’s Catholic Church in Monticello. Date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St Mark’s Catholic Church Building Fund, the Glenmary Missions, or the Arkansas Hospice Foundation. Arrangements by Stephenson- Dearman. Online guestbook: www. stephensondearman. com.

––––– – –––– RUSSELLVILLE — Pete Simpson, 83, of Russellville, Ark., passed away Aug. 27, 2015 in Russellville.

Funeral Service will be 10 a. m., Sept. 1 at Crow Mountain Baptist Church, 1138 Crow Mtn Road in Russellville by Humphrey Funeral Service. Visitation will be 5: 30 p. m. to 7 p. m. on Monday at the funeral home. Internet obituary and online guestbook available at www. humphreyfuneral. com.