Obituaries

Pulaski County

MARY LILLIAN UNDERWOOD BORDEN, born April 16, 1921, in Savannah, Georgia, Lillian was the daughter of Fleming Lafayette and Cora McCann Underwood. Lillian moved to Tulsa as a young girl and graduated from the University of Tulsa with a degree in Music. After graduation, she spent time in Washington, D.C., but returned to Tulsa where she met Guy Borden Jr., whom she married March 19, 1949. They remained married for 66 years until Guy’s death in July 2015. They raised three children, Guy, Clay and Merrilee, and provided them a wonderful childhood.

Lillian’s passion in life, outside of the family, was duplicate bridge. She played this competitive form of bridge for over 50 years, accumulating nearly 2000 master points and rated the life-master status. She frequently played in Regional and National tournaments, often taking top honors. She continued to play up to her death in on-line games with partners from around the world. Though always nurturing and giving, she displayed a fierce competitiveness when playing bridge and had little tolerance for partner errors.

Pursuing music, she taught piano lessons from home for years in Kansas City and Houston, Texas. Chided by Guy for charging “less than the high school kid mowing the yard,” she loved it and launched many children into a world of music.

Lillian was adept at managing the household when Guy was on his frequent business trips. She always managed to help out the children and grandchildren with a little extra cash. Though her body gave out after 94 years, her mind remained sharp.

Lillian is survived by her three children, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Stanleys Memorial Chapel in Tulsa. Burial will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery in Tulsa.

–––––❖––––– GERARDO CABALLO, age 69, of Sherwood passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016. He was born April 23, 1946, in Bohol, Philippines. He retired from UAMS in 2011. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #11604. Mr. Cabollo enjoyed spending time with his family and travelling home to the Philippines.

He was preceded in death by his father, Max Caballo. He is survived by his loving wife, Paz Caballo, children, Judy Olivo (Dale), Michael Caballo (Marfe), Tess Caballo and Cleo Caballo, his mother, Lily Caballo, grandchildren, Vaughn Olivo, Janell Holland (Eric) Trixie and Buen Caballo, and one great-grandson, Jacob Holland.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. and a funeral mass at 7 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 2016, at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church. Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home & Crematory (501) 9822136. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– LESLIE CARLSON CAMPBELL SR., 71, of Jacksonville died on Sunday, January 17, 2016. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 23, 2016, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Interment at Oakland Cemetery in Holland.

–––––❖––––– SYBIL LEE EAST, 75, of North Little Rock died Tuesday. She is survived by a son, Charles, and daughters, Barbara, Arleen, Carolyn and Milo. Family hour: 6-7 p.m., Watson Northcrest, 1801 Maple, North Little Rock. 501-8125303. Funeral: Saturday, 11 a.m., 1st Assembly of God, 4501 Burrow Drive, North Little Rock.

–––––❖––––– JOHNNIE MAE FREEMAN, 81, of Jacksonville passed January 12, 2016. She was preceded in death by son: William T. Belcher, parents: Bennie and Johnnie Freeman, and siblings: Leola Green, Bennie Freeman Jr., and Samuel L. Freeman. Loving memories left to children: Brenda (Charles) McElroy of Arkadelphia, Ark., Sherry (Reginald) Arnold of Little Rock, Ark., Terry W. Belcher and Rodney L. Belcher both of Jacksonville, Ark., sister: Hattie Bell Fennessee. Visitation: January 22, 2016, 6-7 p.m. Homegoing celebration: January 23, 2016, 1 p.m., both held at Mt. Araratt Baptist Church, 5417 Valentine Rd., North Little Rock. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, North Little Rock (501) 945-9922. Online guestbook www.superiorfuneralservices.com. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”

–––––❖––––– GLEN HOLT JR., 48, of Little Rock passed away on January 16, 2016. He was born to the late Glenn and Lola Holt on September 23, 1967, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Glen enjoyed fishing. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, and his grandchildren were the apple of his eye.

He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Cherie Holt; two sons, Glen Holt III (Ashley) and Corey Holt; daughter, Sara Holt; grandchildren, Evelyn, Madaly, CiAnna, Cameron and one on the way; three sisters, Sandra Henry (Robert), Tammy Jones (Mike) and Stephanie Keese (Doug); two brothers, James Holt and Cody Holt; and a host of family and friends who all loved him and will miss him dearly.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant with visitation one hour prior. To sign online guest book visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– ANDREW “BJ” JOHNSON, 71, of Little Rock passed away January 15, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Martha Johnson, six sons, three daughters, one sister, 43 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, three great-greatgrandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Family hour will be Friday, January 22, 2016, from 6 till 7 p.m. and funeral service Saturday, January 23, 2:30 p.m., with both services at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church #3, 3801 Springer Blvd. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202.

–––––❖––––– KENNETH L. KING, 60, of North Little Rock passed away on Saturday. He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Jackson. Survivors are two brothers, Garland Derrick Ingram (Pam) and Rodney Jackson (Pam); two sisters, Carla Riller and Tanisha Pattillo. Visitation: Friday, 1-6 p.m., Watson Northcrest Funeral Home, 1801 Maple, North Little Rock. (501) 812-5303. Funeral: Saturday, 11 a.m., ACTS Church, 1224 Franklin, North Little Rock.

–––––❖––––– JEAN RIPPEY McCLENDON, 88, of Little Rock passed away January 18, 2016. She was born July 19, 1927, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Laurence and Sue Funk. Jean loved to knit and go camping. She belonged to the Good Sams Camping Club where she met her second husband Mac McClendon. She was a member of 1st United Methodist Church of North Little Rock.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Earl A. Rippey; second husband, Matthew H. “Mac” McClendon; and one sister, Maxine Simmons. She was survived by her sisters: Katherine Barlow and Marilyn Moore (Ferrell); nieces: Jan Meyer (Daryl) and Lynn Wood (Mitchell); nephews: Phil Simmons (Kathy), Tom Barlow (Jessica) and Stephen Harrison; great nieces: Laura and Julie Meyer, Amber Barlow, and Araya and Gia Harrison; great nephews: Dustin Barlow and Ryan and Colby Wood; and great-great-niece, Layla Zinno.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 1st United Methodist Church of North Little Rock Music Fund. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, January 23, 2016, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home with a visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. An online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

–––––❖––––– HAROLD G. McDOUGAL, 73, of North Little Rock passed from this life on January 19, 2016. He was born to the late James Glenn and Gertie Irene McDougal in Pleasant Plains, Arkansas, on May 4, 1942.

Harold is also preceded in death by his four brothers, Paul McDougal, Richard McDougal, Joe Enoch McDougal and James Henry McDougal; two sisters, Ann Shane and Sarah Gilbert.

He attended Sheppard Chapel and enjoyed studying his Bible. Harold also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and woodworking but more importantly his grandchildren.

Harold is survived by his wife, Catherine Rowe McDougal; his children, Tracy (Angela) McDougal, Michael (Angie) McDougal of Cabot, Justin (Lisa Mae) McDougal; grandchildren, Katie and Jennifer McDougal of Cabot, Brittany McDougal, Daniel McDougal, Elizabeth Moore, Grady McDougal and Maggie Mae McDougal; great-grandchildren, Denver, Skylee and Jesse; two brothers, Gene McDougal and Jackie McDougal; three sisters, Etta Hodshire, Lou Owens and Clista Gilbert.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– ROBERT EDWARD MOWERY JR. (Robbie), 58, of Little Rock passed away January 19, 2016. Born in Little Rock to the late Robert and Billie Ann Mowery. He is survived by his brother, Gary Wayne Mowery, of Little Rock. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 2242200. Robbie’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– IDA JANE YOUNGBLOOD UEKMAN, 84, of Sherwood passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2016. She was born July 22, 1931, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Charlie Alexander and Johnnie Johnson Youngblood. She was a lifetime member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and attended school there until high school, graduating from Mt. St. Mary Catholic school in Little Rock. Ida was a life-long friend and member of the Ritchie Family and their medical practices. Ida was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was quick-witted, funny, loved to laugh and joke— often until tears streamed down her cheeks! She was thoughtful and caring, sometimes spending hours on the phone with a friend. If you had ever met Ida, you loved her, but more than that, you felt loved. Ida always shared a big smile—the memory of which will leave us smiling in the days ahead without her loving presence.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three grandchildren, Garrett Uekman, Clinton Pitts and William “Debo” Denton Pitts. Ida is survived by her husband of 65 years, Edward “Ed” Thomas Uekman. They married in the old St. Patrick church. She is also survived by her sons, Edward “Sandy” Charles Uekman (Robbie) and Daniel Paul Uekman (Michelle), both of Marche; granddaughter, Meagan Danielle Uekman; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the Garrett Uekman Foundation, P.O. Box 7773, Little Rock, Ark. 72217. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Entombment will be in Rest Hills Memorial Park Mausoleum. A visitation will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday followed by a rosary at 7 p.m., at Smith – North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

Arkansas

ASH FLAT — Donald Grant Richardson, 82, of Ash Flat, died Tuesday. He is survived by his brother, Jack Richardson. Memorial service will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Roller-Crouch-McGee Funeral Home, Cave City. Memorials: Arkansas School for the Deaf, 2400 West Markham, Little Rock, Ark. 72205. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– BARTON — Stephen Wheatley Cooke Jr., 73, of Barton, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2016. He was born August 24, 1942 to Nell Sumner and Wheatley Cooke. Known to family and friends as Steve, he earned the nickname Dusty at a young age. He was a retired farmer and “boss man” at Wayside Farms. A devoted husband, father, and Poppy to his granddaughters, he was admired as a business person, mentor, and cherished friend to many.

Left to remember him are wife of 53 years Anna Mae Steinbeck Cooke; daughters, Stephenie Ann Cooke (Teresa Roseberry) and Karen Cooke Schwantz (Hershell); granddaughters, Lynnli Claire Schwantz and Kayli Ann Schwantz; sister, Billie Jo Moore (John); several nieces, nephews, and extended family; and special “son” David Maier. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Brenda Rushing.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of the Outpatient Clinic and ICU at Helena Regional Medical Center.

Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at Roller-Citizens, 508 Plaza, West Helena with graveside service to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 5783 Highway 49, West Helena. Visitation will follow the graveside service at The Cooke’s home, 629 Phillips Road 253 Loop, Lexa.

Memorials may be sent to DeSoto School, P.O. Box 2807, West Helena, Ark. or any local animal charity. Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ westhelena.

–––––❖––––– BEEBE — Joan Bailey, 62, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away January 19, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Elbert and Bernadine (Holland) Bailey; and three sisters, Linda Bailey, Ann Whitley, and Rebecca Benbrook. She is survived by two brothers, Paul (Erma) Bailey of Cabot and Jack Bailey of Little Rock; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Rosemont Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Ann Wilodene Cockman, 88, of Benton, died January 19, 2016. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church in Benton. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander, Ark. Visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday, January 22, 2016 at Calvary Baptist under the direction of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047). Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.

–––––❖––––– BISMARCK — Eva Ruth McCormick Hardin of Bismarck died Tuesday. Services: 2 p.m. Friday at Unity Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Friday at the church. Interment at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Memorials to Hickory Grove Cemetery Assoc. Final arrangements are entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia. Guestbook at www.welchfh.net.

–––––❖––––– BRINKLEY — Dr. Patrick Harrison, 93, died Friday, January 8, 2016. Survivors: children, Pat Harrison, Jr., Dr. Mike (Mary)

Harrison, Virginia Harrison; grandchildren, Michael, Stephen, Kevin and Kristen Harrison; great-grandchildren, Callahan, Scarlet, Leia and Ryan Harrison. Visitation: 5:30-7 p.m., Friday, Bob Neal Chapel, Brinkley. Services 11 a.m., Saturday, Brinkley Presbyterian Church. Interment Oaklawn Cemetery. Guestbook www.bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– BRYANT — Ernestine “Ernie” Andrews Poole, 80, of Bryant, Ark., formerly of Jena, La., died Thursday, January 14, 2016. She was born on April 8, 1935, to S.L. “Buddy” Andrews and Rosa Roark Andrews.

Ernie is survived by her husband of 60 years, Nathan Poole of Bryant, formerly of Jena; daughter, Yvette Poole Palmer of Alexander; son, Stan Poole and his wife, Sue White Poole of Arkadelphia; two brothers, one sister, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and Teresa “Bit” Stephens of Alexander, who was like a daughter.

A longtime member of First Baptist Church Jena, Ernie was active for more than 40 years in the church’s Mission Action ministry. She was most recently a member of New Life Baptist Church, Avilla, Ark.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, at Fox Ridge in Bryant. In lieu of flowers, Ernie requested contributions to the Mission Action Ministry of First Baptist Church Jena.

–––––❖––––– CABOT — Imogene “Gene” Guthrie Ray, 93, of Cabot, died Monday, January 18, 2016. She was born January 26, 1922 in Bradford to the late Fred Daniel and Lexie Mae Burrow Guthrie. She was a faithful member of Cabot United Methodist Church and the GAMA club. Gene served as Cabot’s first lady for 19 years, as the wife of Mayor Willie Ray. She also helped her husband run Ray Mobile Home Park, as well as, owning and operating Gene’s Beauty Shop for 49 years. She was elected woman of the year in 1989 by the Cabot Chamber of Commerce, and she served on the Arkansas Cosmetology Board.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Willie Ray; and three brothers, Fred Dalton Guthrie, Clifton Guthrie, and Ray Guthrie. Gene is survived by her nieces and nephews, Pamela Shelton (Ronnie), Rodney Guthrie (Kay), Mike Guthrie (Claudia), Kaye Winningham (Tom), Phyllis Ray (Tommy), Ron Harden (Linda), Billye Everett, Chuck Drees (Lori), and Bobbie Sanders, and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends.

Visitation will be at Cabot United Methodist Church, Saturday, January 23, 2016, from 1-2 p.m. with service beginning at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– CLARENDON — Donna Jean Harris, age 76, died Tuesday. Survivors, one brother, Donald (Dorothy) Caplener; three sisters, Antoniette (Delbert) Miller, Jeanette (Kenneth) Hartzog and Mary Boshers. Visitation: 10 a.m. with services following 11 a.m., Friday at Bob Neal & Sons Chapel in Clarendon. Interment will be in Shady Grove Cemetery, Clarendon. Guestbook www.bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– CONWAY — Mary Dale Crye Laux died Jan. 19, 2016, in Conway. Born March 19, 1921, in Springfield, Ark., to George and Cleo Vivian Moses Crye. She grew up in Morrilton, graduated from Morrilton High School and Central College (now Central Baptist College) in Conway. She then trained at Draughon’s School of Business and worked at Jennings Fixture Company in Little Rock. She worked at the Arkansas Ordnance Plant in Jacksonville, the primary facility for the development of fuses and detonators for World War II.

She married Gerald Laux in 1943, and from 1948 to 2005 they were partners along with other family members in Blue Ribbon Shoe stores, started by her father in 1925. During their 65 years of marriage they enjoyed extensive travel.

She served as a volunteer at St. Anthony’s Hospital, Red Cross Bloodmobile, as a Girl Scout leader, and on the Morrilton Cemetery Improvement Association. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Morrilton and had been a member of Petit Jean Garden Club and the Adelaide Club (charter member).

Mary was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Laux in 2009. Also predeceasing her were her parents; her sister, Vida Helen Crye Loyd; brother-in-law, James “Boogie” Loyd; and nephew, Bill Loyd. She is survived by son, George Laux and wife Nan of Richmond, Va.; daughter, Carolyn Laux Eastham and husband Alan Eastham of Little Rock; daughter, Ann Laux Turney and husband David Turney of Conway; grandsons, Greg Laux and wife Sunny Wang of Cincinnati, Ohio, Geoffrey Laux and wife Jessica Parsons Laux of Richmond, Va., Mark Eastham of Fayetteville, and Michael Eastham of Washington, DC; nieces, Marianne Loyd Estes of Little Rock, Barbara Loh of Oppelo, and Jane Adams of Austin, Texas; nephews, Jim Loyd and wife Terri of Perry, Chris Laux and wife Tracy of Boca Raton, Fla., Steve Laux and wife Elaine of Cary, N.C.; great-grandchildren, Cecilia and Griffin Laux of Richmond, Va., Carter Laux of Cincinnati, Ohio; and great-nephews and great-nieces.

The family wishes to thank her friend Vicki Knapp and the staffs of Southridge Village Assisted Living and Home Care Assistance in Conway for their wonderful care. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 105 W. Church St., Morrilton, Ark. 72110 or the Morrilton Cemetery Improvement Association (Elmwood Cemetery), P.O. Box 561, Morrilton, Ark., 72110.

Services will be at Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. http:// www.harrisfuneralhomes.net/ on Saturday, January 23. Visitation at 1:30 p.m., followed by a service at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. Dr. Steven Frazier, minister of First Presbyterian Church of Morrilton.

–––––❖––––– CONWAY — Marilyn S. Owens, 74, Conway, departed this life January 17, 2016. She was born on March 2, 1941 in Mount Vernon, Ark., to the late Ollie Mae (Logan) Johnson and James R. Owens.

She is survived by a son, James E. Owens of Conway; brother, Nathaniel Johnson, Jr. of Conway; four grandchildren; one great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services 2 p.m. Saturday, January 23, 2016, Greater Pleasant Branch Baptist Church, 601 Spruce Street, Conway. Visitation 5-6:30 pm, Friday at the church. Interment Robinson Cemetery, Conway. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Homes, Inc, Conway. 327-1124. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– FORDYCE — James Thomas King, 85, of Fordyce, died Monday. He is survived by his wife, two sons, one sister, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Visitation is Friday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Saturday at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Stoney Point Cemetery. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– FORDYCE — Terry Smith, 48, of Fordyce, died Jan. 12. Funeral: Saturday, New Providence Church, Fordyce, 11 a.m., viewing at 10 a.m. Wake, Friday, 5-7 p.m., Marks Funeral Home. Survivors: wife, Linda; sons, Tyrell, Marcus; two grandchildren; parents, Tom, Lillie; siblings, Stanley, Stephen, Kent, Lorenzo, Sharon Smith, Alvis Tyler, Tina Russell; stepchildren, Sylvester Jr., Skikiara, Sheri Stewart; three step-grandchildren.

–––––❖––––– HARDY — Mary Lee Stroud, 71, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016. She was “the greatest MawMaw in the world.” Survivors include her son Jeff (Daralee), three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Friday in Tri-County Funeral Home Chapel at Highland. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the Hutson Center.

–––––❖––––– HENSLEY — Marion D. Johnson, 69, of Hensley, died January 14, 2016, at her home. A Celebration of Marion’s life will be held Saturday, January 23, 2 p.m. at her home, 18347 Philis Drive, Hensley. Friends and family are invited to attend. Guests may register at www.ArkansasCremation.com. Services entrusted to Arkansas Cremation.

–––––❖––––– HOT SPRINGS — Daniel Edward Davis Jr., 70, of Hot Springs passed away on January 11, 2016. He was born on September 16, 1945 in Flint, Mich., to the late Daniel and Florence (Mowery) Davis. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main, Jacksonville, Arkansas. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– JONESBORO — Kenneth Gene Braden, 71, of Jonesboro, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2016. Visitation will be 4:30-7 p.m. Friday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Chapel services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home with Gary Creemens officiating. Burial will follow at Nettleton Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ Jonesboro.

–––––❖––––– LAKE VILLAGE — Nellie Brady, 79, died Monday at her home in Lake Village. Survivors are two sons, one daughter, one stepdaughter, 13 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation is Thursday, 5-7 p.m. at Funeral Home. Funeral Services are Friday, 10 a.m. at Bishop-King Funeral Home. Online Register Book www. bishopkingfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– MAMMOTH SPRING — Donald Lee Cotterell was born the son of Clifford M. Cotterell and Lauretta B. (Anderson) Cotterell on July 6, 1938, in American Falls, Idaho, and departed this life January 16, 2016, in Mountain Home, Ark., at the age of 77 years. He was united in marriage on March 30, 1991, in Sheridan, Ark., to Brenda Kaye (Gould) Wooten.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Kaye Cotterell of the home in Mammoth Spring, Ark.; two daughters, Mary York and husband, Rodger of Anniston, Ala., and Sandra Osborn of Newport, Ark.; one son, Steve Wooten and wife, Zayna of Newport, Ark.; 10 grandchildren, Danny Haas and wife, Rachel, Jason Haas, Savana York, Erin Thompson and husband, Brandon, Amber Winston and husband, Webb, Rachael Osborn, Crystal Fay and husband, Sean, Bobby Wayne Hubbard, Trey Winemiller, and Maddie Hopkins and husband, Zach; 10 great-grandchildren, Isaac Haas, Erin Haas, Roric Fay, Elin Winston, Lily Thompson, Cora Winston, Blaine Hartsell, Riley Hubbard, Colson Hubbard, and Miles Hopkins; one brother, Jack Cotterell and wife, Joan of League City, Texas; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Lauretta Cotterell; one grandson, Christopher Haas; and two brothers, James and Clyde Cotterell.

Mr. Cotterell was a retired veteran of the United States Air Force, after serving his country for 20 years, working in news and radio broadcasting. After his retirement he continued to accomplish many things in life including, being acknowledged by FEMA for outstanding contributions and expertise for his work at the Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program in Pine Bluff, Ark. He was also awarded an appreciation for seven years of service to Grant Company Office of Emergency Management.

After returning to this area, he enjoyed life on the farm and could be found feeding the fish in numerous farm ponds and riding his four wheeler with his dog, Dude. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and a loyal friend. He will truly be missed by all.

–––––❖––––– MORRILTON — Lena Byrd Gordon, 94, of Morrilton, Ark., died January 19, 2016. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 22, at the Harris Chapel with Bro. Sonny Harvison and Dr. Bill Brown officiating. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes. net.

–––––❖––––– MOUNTAIN VIEW — Georgia Vogel, 83, passed away January 19, 2016 in Mountain View, Ark. Survived by four children, William, Katherine, Virginia, and Robert; one brother, Forest “Fo”; eight grandchildren, Ian, Broc, Brenna, Ryne, Lisa, Michael, Spencer, and Avery, and five great-grandchildren. A private ceremony will be held with the family. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/mtview2.

–––––❖––––– PATTERSON — David Weeks, 60, of Patterson, died January 19, 2016. He was born August 20, 1955 at Helena. The family plans a memorial at a later date. Sullivan Funeral Care of Kensett has been entrusted with cremation arrangements. Condolences: www. SullivanFuneralCare.com.

–––––❖––––– PIGGOTT — James Eldred Haywood, 94, of Piggott, Ark., passed away January 18. Services will be held Friday, January 22, at 2 p.m. Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home of Piggott, Ark., is in charge of arrangements. Visitation begins Friday from 12 noon until 2 p.m.

–––––❖––––– PINE BLUFF — Mr. Kyron Davonta’ Dancy, 21, of Pine Bluff, Ark., passed January 16, 2016. His Funeral Service will be 11 a.m., Friday, January 22, 2016 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church by Reverend Tommy Breamsey Sr. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

–––––❖––––– PINE BLUFF — Elmer L. “Buddy” Ulry, 85, of Pine Bluff passed away January 18, 2016. He was born February 27, 1930 in DeValls Bluff, Ark. He graduated from Ulm High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Air Force for four years during the Korean conflict. Elmer retired from International Paper with 33 years of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred James Ulry and Orphie Mae Hendricks Ulry; a brother, Henry A. Ulry and his loving friend, Alma Walker Powell. Elmer is survived by a brother, James Earl Ulry and wife, Rosemary of Greenbrier, Ark., and a devoted friend and caretaker, Bobby Ashcraft of Whitehall, Ark.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Westbrook Funeral Home chapel in Hazen, Ark., with Bro. Freddie Mark Wilcox officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in the Hazen Cemetery. Online obituary at www.westbrookfuneralhomehazen.com.

–––––❖––––– POTTSVILLE — Frank Albin Richter, 67, died Tuesday, January 19, 2016. Funeral will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at the Shinn Chapel. Burial in Atkins City Cemetery, and under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– PRATTSVILLE — Anna Ritchey Bean, 95, of Prattsville, Ark., died Tuesday.

Survivors: son, David (Donna) Bean of Prattsville; daughters, Jane (Marvin) Helms of Arkadelphia, Suzanne (Jim) Smith of Sherwood; brother, Ralph (Barbara) Ritchey of Ridgeville, South Carolina; sister-in-law, Doris Ritchey of Pine Bluff; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, church family and friends.

Funeral: 11 a.m. Friday, January 22, 2016, Harmony Missionary Baptist Church, Prattsville. Burial: Philadelphia Cemetery, Prattsville. Visitation: Thursday at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m.

Memorials may be made to Harmony Missionary Baptist Church, P.O. Box 37, Prattsville, Ark. 72129. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home of Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www. memorialgardenssheridan.com.

–––––❖––––– RUSSELLVILLE — Denver Duncan, 80, of Russellville died January 17th. Funeral is 2 p.m. Friday, January 22nd, at Humphrey Chapel with burial in Rest Haven Memorial Park at Russellville by Humphrey Funeral Service. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Full obituary and guestbook at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

–––––❖––––– SEARCY — Thomas Burt Bradley, 87, of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away January 19, 2016. Born in Clinton, Arkansas, December 31, 1928, to Edna and Burt Bradley. After college at Arkansas Tech, he returned to Clinton and married Betty Jo Finton. He taught an agricultural class for veterans. Then in 1958, Tom started a 25 year career with Central Soya. Before retiring back in Searcy, he worked 11 years as sales credit manager for Cuddy Farms in Aurora, Mo.

Tom was an avid golfer and devoted Razorback fan. His family will cherish his unconditional love and support as well as his positive outlook and words of wisdom. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Searcy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, A.B. and James. Also, the love of his life, Betty Jo Finton Bradley, his wife of 54 years. Survivors include his son, Dr. Sam Bradley (Mitzi) of Fort Smith, Arkansas, daughter, Dr. Neta Wood, (Doug) of Jonesboro, Arkansas, daughter, Sharon Hill (James) of Jackson, Tenn., grandchildren, Drew Bradley (Alissa), Morgan Bradley York (Wade), Douglas Wood (April), Stephanie Wood Chester (Elliott), Jennifer Hill Morgan (Matt), Jonathan Hill, great-grandchildren, Cooper and Ryan Elizabeth Bradley; Sam, Grant and Annalee York; Hazel Wood, Bradley Kate and Witt Chester, and Abby James Morgan and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice Home Care, 2200 South Bowman Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211. Visitation beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will begin at 12 noon. Interment will follow at White County Memorial Gardens in Searcy. For online guest book, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– SPRINGDALE — Donald Edward “Buddy” Wray, 78, of Springdale, Ark., died January 18, 2016, in Fayetteville. Buddy was born March 24, 1937 in Des Arc, Arkansas, the son of Buford and Allie Bacon Wray. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Billy Wray.

Buddy’s education began at Southern Arkansas University where he was a member of the Mulerider Football Team. He continued his education at the University of Arkansas where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Husbandry in 1959. While at the University of Arkansas, he became a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. Upon completion of his bachelor’s degree, Buddy returned home to help his mother settle the family estate after the death of his father. He then spent time in the Army, and later returned to Fayetteville to serve in the Army National Guard and begin work on a Masters Degree from the University of Arkansas. Before completing the degree, Buddy was recruited to go to work for a small poultry company in Springdale, and joining Tyson Foods as a field service representative in 1961. His extraordinarily strong work ethic coupled with personal accountability helped Buddy work in a wide variety of management positions, propelling him upward in the workplace. He was named Chief Operating Officer in 1992, and was vested with oversight for all Tyson operations, including live poultry production, processing and sales. Within a year, he became President and COO and he retained this position until he retired in 2000. Being unable to completely leave the company he loved, Buddy remained as a part time consultant until 2008. When asked in 2008, Buddy joyfully returned to full time service with Tyson. He was appointed to serve as Executive Vice President and Special Assistant to the president and CEO from 2009 to 2014; making his career span more than 50 years. In addition to his multiple management positions, Buddy served as a member of Tyson’s Board of Directors from 1994 until 2003.

Buddy’s faithfulness to God was apparent in his daily life. He was a member of the Robinson Avenue Church of Christ where he served as an elder and deacon. He was also a dedicated servant to the Northwest Arkansas area, especially Springdale. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Springdale where he received the Scottish Rite Citizen of the Year in Arkansas. He also shared his love of football by coaching Kiwanis Kid’s Day for many years.

His personal battle with heart disease for 40 years inspired his involvement with organizations committed to prevention and cure of the disease. He was a long time member of the Northwest American Heart Association Board, including the responsibility of serving as the organization’s President. Buddy’s service to his community also included the Jones Trust, where he was a recipient of the Friends of Bernice Award; the Endeavor Foundation; Arvest Bank of Springdale and the Care Foundation. Other boards included: the National Chicken Council, the Arkansas Poultry Federation, and the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association.

His dedication to helping others could also be seen in his work with higher education. He served on the National Advisory Board for the American Studies Institute at Harding University, the Dean’s Advisory Board for the Sam M. Walton College of Business and College of Agriculture at the University of Arkansas, as well as the Board of Trustees of College of the Ozarks in Missouri.

Buddy was known for his motto, “Look behind with no regrets, look forward with no fear.” His determination to live that quote brought about much recognition and accolades in his lifetime. The University of Arkansas established the Donald “Buddy” Wray Chair in Food Safety in the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture in 2004. He was inducted into the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame in 2012. He was a Quality of Life honoree by Northwest Arkansas Community College in 2014. The “crowning” moment of his business career was his induction into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame in 2015, an honor awarded by the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. He had many people, hobbies and interests that brought him joy in life.

Being an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting pheasant, quail and duck, and relished salmon fishing in Alaska. Saturday mornings were spent on his farm with the cattle or at home pruning his beautiful roses. He was also a HUGE Razorback fan, following them in every sport. Poppy/Pepaw’s eyes sparkled with joy, and laughter filled the room when he spent time with his grandchildren. Each grandchild carries on his legacy in some way. Yet, Buddy’s most fulfilling happiness came from the life he shared with his wife Linda. There is no greater example of true love. Buddy will be sorely missed by the many family members, friends and co-workers he dedicated his life to love, serve and inspire. We take great peace in knowing God has called his servant home.

Buddy is survived by his loving wife of almost fifty years, Linda Gillmore Wray; daughter, Cindy Wray Spain and husband Chris of Burke, Virginia; son, Scott Wray and wife Kim of Fayetteville, Arkansas; and daughter, Jana Wray Morrison and husband Ryan of Brownsburg, Indiana; sister, Carolyn Wray Shanks of Springdale, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Camille Spain, Megan Wray, Sarah Kate Wray, Claire Spain, Hayes Morrison, Cecilia Spain, Evan Morrison, and Abigail Morrison; sisters-in-law, Dinah Fuller and husband Jim of Springdale, Arkansas; and Jeannie Gillmore of Springdale, Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews that loved him dearly.

The family will receive guests from 3 p.m.-5 p.m., on Friday, January 22, at Moore’s Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Memorial services and reception will be Monday, January 25, 2 p.m., at Robinson Avenue Church of Christ under the direction of Moore’s Chapel. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com.

Memorials may be made to the following organizations: The Well.Community Church and Center, 330 N. Green Street, Brownsburg, Ind. 46112; Robinson Avenue Church of Christ, 1506 W. Robinson Avenue, Springdale, Ark. 72762; Jones Center, 922 East Emma Ave., Springdale, Ark. 72764; American Heart Association, 108 East Sunbridge Drive, Fayetteville, Ark. 72703. STUTTGART — Christy Hickman, 40, died Tuesday. She was a teacher at Park Avenue Elementary School. Survivors are husband, Will Hickman and their children, Will and Morgan, and other relatives. Funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday at Turpin Funeral Home followed by private burial in Shady Grove Cemetery near Clarendon. Visitation is 9:3011 a.m. prior to the service. www. turpin-co.com.

–––––❖––––– WHEATLEY — Hattie Mae Walker, 99, of Wheatley died Sunday evening January 17 at Forrest City Medical Center in Forrest City. Two sons, three daughters, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, a sister-in-law, 29 grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends survive her. Visitation will be held Friday evening, January 22, from 5 until 7 p.m. at Good Hope Freewill Baptist Church, 105 Memphis Avenue in Wheatley. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 23, at 11 a.m. at the Brinkley Convention Center, 1501 Weatherby Drive in Brinkley with Reverend Wilford Banks officiating. Interment will take place at Pilgrim Rest Cemetery by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley. (870) 734-2772. branscumbfuneralhome1928@yahoo. com & Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home.

–––––❖––––– WHITE HALL — Daniel Wade Conner, 40, of White Hall passed away Jan. 18, 2016. Survivors: wife, Angela Rachelle Flemmons Conner; daughter, Porsha Conner; hit mother, Netie Locke; father, Doug Conner. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Family Life Church by Cranford Funeral Home of White Hall. www.cranfordfh.com.

–––––❖––––– WILLIFORD — Donald “Duck” Ratliff, 79, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2016. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Survivors include two sons, five daughters, 15 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Friday in Tri-County Funeral Home Chapel at Highland. Visitation is Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.