Pulaski County

JOSEPH T. BUCHANAN JR., 55, of North Little Rock, died Feb. 12, 2016. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at Sullivan Funeral Care in Kensett. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Joseph Buchanan Memorial Fund at any First Security Bank. Condolences: www.SullivanFuneralCare.com.

–––––❖––––– ELOUISE LAVERNE CARNAHAN was born in Jonesboro, La., on March 31, 1928. She passed away in Little Rock on Feb. 23, 2016, at the age of 87.

Laverne was a bright light in this world. Known for her flair and fun personality, she will always be remembered for dressing to the nines, head-totoe, in her own “Grammy Laverne” style. Her loved ones will never forget the unique gifts she always found for them for Holidays and birthdays. She loved to cook for her family and made the best fried cornbread in Arkansas.

Laverne is survived by her son, John Miles of North Little Rock; daughter-in-law Karen Johnson of Warrensburg, Mo.; her other beloved family members, Scott and Robbi Davis of Little Rock; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Allison and Jamie Hoffman of Little Rock; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Laura and David Dabous of North Little Rock; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Nathan and Dana Miles of Springdale; grandson, Cameron Miles of Warrensburg, Mo.; grandson, Grady Carnahan Jr. of Austin; granddaughter Maggie Davis of Little Rock; grandson, Parker Davis of Little Rock; great-grandchildren, James, Harper, Heidi, Mia, Ella, and Lauren; greatgreat-grandson, Carter; nephews, Sam Bates (Diann), Richard Moore (Mary Jo), John Taylor, and Jackie Stroud; niece, Sherry Cason; and her beloved great-nephews and great-nieces. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Clarence and Avis Stroud, brother Jack Stroud, sisters Vida Taylor, Alfie Coulson, and Josephine Redd, sons, Donnie Miles and Grady Carnahan, and niece, Jeanette Pounders.

The family will celebrate Laverne’s life in a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Laverne’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association-Arkansas Chapter, 204 Executive Court, Suite 301, Little Rock, Ark. 72205 or Little Rock Animal Village, 7401 Colonel Glenn Road, #4026, Little Rock, Ark. 72204. To sign the online guestbook, go to www. griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

–––––❖––––– REBECCA COPELAND,46, Little Rock, departed this life on Dec. 18, 2015. She was a loving mother, daughter and sister. Survivors sons Houston Cole, Nicholas Cole, Packer Deguisne; sister Angela Moore; stepfather Robert Keenzel Jr. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, 8821 Colonel Glenn, Little Rock. (501) 565-1800 www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– SARAH GERALDINE “JERRIE” BUSH BRONS DERICKSON, 93, of North Little Rock, passed away quietly in her home on Feb. 20, 2016. She was born in Fort Hall, Idaho, on July 21, 1922 to Charles Edward and Emma Louise (Scott) Bush. As a child, she and her family moved to Oklahoma, where her father was a school principal and her mother a teacher at an Indian school. When the family moved to Arkansas, her mother opened a beauty shop in the basement of the State Capitol and Jerrie spent many hours helping her there. Following high school, she trained as a stenographer and worked as a secretary in the State Department of Education from which she retired many years later.

At age 25, Jerrie married Raymond J. Brons and they had one child, Janis, before he passed away. Later, she married John Derickson, a marriage that lasted over 61 years, during which they had two children, John Richard and Jenelle. Jerrie and John resided in the same home in North Little Rock and attended Lakewood United Methodist Church for over 47 years.

Preceded in death by her parents and her husbands, Jerrie is survived by her children, Janis Rae Radecki of Indio, Calif., John Richard Derickson of Little Rock, and Jenelle Louise Kelly of Missouri City, Texas; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 3 at 11:30 a.m. at Lakewood United Methodist Church, with visitation preceding the service, beginning at 11 a.m. A reception at the church will follow the service.

Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct.,(501) 224-2200. Jerrie’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– JERRY LEE DYKES, 66, of Little Rock, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016. He leaves to cherish his memory; wife, Karen Dykes; siblings, Ottis Charles Dykes Jr., (Dorothy), and Linda Jackson. A visitation will be held Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 10 a.m. with funeral services beginning, 11 a.m. at Mt. Carmel Pentecostal Church, 4600 West 23rd Street. Personal and Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home 5300 West 12th Street (501) 3724129. To sign the online guestbook please visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com. “WeCare, When Caring Counts.”

––––– ––––– EMMA DeMARIS LASTER EPPERSON, excellent conversationalist, loved mother and grandmother and a great source of wisdom for her family, passed in her sleep on Feb. 24, 2016.

She was the daughter of Vera Derrick Laster and Thomas Laster. Wife to Thomas Frank Epperson and Howard Epperson. Part of her childhood was spent in Green River, Wyo., where her father was a coal miner and Vancouver, Wash., where her father worked in the shipyards.

She graduated from Bauxite High School in 1956 and proudly continued wearing her gold Senior Bauxite Miner ring throughout her life. As an excellent cook for her family, she will leave behind many recipes. Her country meal, lasagna, beef stew and Thanksgiving dressing have brought much pleasure to her family members.

She worked at various insurance agencies during her career and as a pharmacy tech for Harvest Foods during retirement.

Surviving are her sons Steven Epperson and his wife, Ruth Ellen Epperson of Bryant and Jason Epperson of Mabelvale and four grandchildren, Meaghan Epperson, Lucas Epperson, Skylar Epperson and Allison Epperson. She is preceded in death by her son, Vincent Epperson.

The memorial service will be held at Forest Hills Funeral Home on Highway 5 in Alexander on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. The visitation will be held at Forest Hills Funeral Home on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m.

An online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggettforesthills. com.

––––– ––––– MINISTER RODNEY EVANS SR., 50, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully February 23, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, brother, and sister. He is survived by his wife, Leresa Evans; mother, Mae Alice Evans; sister, Carol Smith (George); stepsister, Sandra Williams (Ira); two children, Rodney Evans Jr. and Cordell Bledsoe Jr.; goddaughter, Trinity Raglin; two grandchildren; two nieces; two nephews; and a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. Visitation Monday, February 29, 2016, from 12 noon until 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A musical tribute will follow at 7 p.m. at Faith Temple Full Gospel Deliverance Center, 1920 S. Broadway. Homegoing services Tuesday, March 1, 2016, 11 a.m. at Covenant of Zion Cathedral Church, 3023 W. 12th, Little Rock. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202.

–––––❖––––– MODENE FARLEY, 86, of Little Rock, died peacefully on Feb. 26. She is survived by a son, Dan Farley of Little Rock; a daughter, Carol Farley

Helms of Morristown, Tenn., and a grandson, Jason Cutler (Nandhu Puri) of Coimbatore, India; a sister, Charlene Berry, and a brother, Charles Durham, both of Wilburn.

She was born in Pangburn, the daughter of Charles R. (Roy) and Glady Durham. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 50 years, W.A. (Sonny) Farley Jr.; her parents, a sister, Lila Stulpin, and two brothers, Fred Durham and James Robert Durham. She and her husband lived for many years in Heber Springs where they operated two businesses. After they retired, they spent a few years traveling and eventually settled in Little Rock.

The family is grateful for the excellent care given to her by all the staff at Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the past four and a half years.

There will be a graveside memorial service in Heber Springs at some time in the future. Arrangements are by Huson Funeral Home in Little Rock. Sign an online guest book at www.husonfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– ROSCOE L. GARRETT, a U.S. Army veteran, passed away February 13, 2016. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 1 p.m. at Fort Smith National Cemetery. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 2242200. Mr. Garrett’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– TOMMIE LEE GLASPIE SR., 70, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life February 22, 2016. He was preceded in death by: brothers, Robert Lee, George, William He. Clarence Jr., John H. and Clarence C.C.; sisters, Cora Stevenson, Lola Smith and Maggie Parke.

He leaves to cherish his memory: children, Priscill Huff, Tonya Glaspie Smith, Janie Lavette Mathis, Katrina Glaspie, Tommie Lee Glaspie Jr., and Tommie Lavell McGhee; child, Gladys Walker; brother, Willie Huff; a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly.

Family Time: Tuesday, 12 noon2 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary, Little Rock; Rev. Gary Noble, officiating. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. Sign online guest book at www.robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust.”

–––––❖––––– J. CHARLES HENRY died February 25 in Little Rock, Ark. Born January 6, 1954, in Vallejo, Calif., to Betty Anne and Dr. J. Forrest Henry, Charles was a ’72 graduate of Hall High School and a ’76 graduate of Rhodes College (then Southwestern at Memphis). At Rhodes he met Sarah Rorie, his future wife. They shared nearly 36 years of love and adventure.

He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where he also served his internship. He completed an ophthalmology residency at the University of Tennessee in Memphis and was accepted as a Glaucoma Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania (Scheie Eye Institute) under the supervision of Dr. Ted Krupin, a legendary figure in the field. He was board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Charles returned to Little Rock to join his father and Cliff Clifton in private practice at the Henry Eye Clinic

— subsequently the Little Rock Eye Clinic. During his career the clinic became a statewide destination for comprehensive eye care. Known as an excellent glaucoma surgeon and researcher, he was a leader in the ophthalmic community.

In 1987, Charles was the first Arkansan elected to membership in the American Glaucoma Society. He has served as president of the Arkansas Ophthalmological Society and as chief of the Ophthalmology Section of Baptist Health. For two years he edited the glaucoma section of Focal Points, a publication of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the American Academy of Ophthalmology in recognition of 10 years of presentation and service. He was also a member of the Visual Care Review Board (1987-2016), a consultant to the Arkansas Department of Human Services, a member of the Arkansas Board of Dispensing Opticians, and a community-based mentor for ophthalmology residents at the University of Arkansas Medical Center. He was active in several clinical research studies to advance treatment for glaucoma.

He completed medical teaching trips to countries such as Cuba, Peru, Sudan, and Uzbekistan. Closer to home, he loved getting to know his patients, and he had recently founded VISION, a juried art exhibition for local K-12 students. The winning artworks decorate the walls of the Little Rock Eye Clinic.

Charles was an avid beekeeper and woodworker. He was quick with a joke, eager to travel, and loved exploring new places, often while geocaching. He was known to throw milkweed seeds out of the car window to promote natural habitats for monarch butterflies.

Beyond all of his accomplishments, he will be remembered as a loving spouse and brother, and a wonderfully supportive father.

His siblings are Bob Henry (June) of Portland, Ore., Brad Henry (Cathy) of Fayetteville, and Elizabeth Henry Garland (Greg) of Little Rock. He is predeceased by his parents and his sister, Lindsey Anne Henry. Charles was dearly devoted to his children and their spouses, Elizabeth Henry McKeever (Alison), William Henry (Kylie), and Robert Henry, and many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The visitation will be Monday, February 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home (13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, 501224-8300). The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 1 at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, with interment at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arkansas Repertory Theater or Literacy Action of Central Arkansas. Arrangements by Roller-Chenal. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ chenal.

––––– ––––– PATRICK ROBERT HUTTON, born September 12, 1980, passed away on February 24, 2016. Patrick was a graduate of Catholic High School for Boys, attended the University of Arkansas, and was a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. Patrick was known for his love of sports and was an avid golfer and soccer player. He loved the Arkansas Razorbacks. Patrick was known for his kindness to everyone, his helping hands, and he never met a stranger. He inherited his father’s talent for tackling building projects with enthusiasm.

Patrick was a devoted son, sonin-law, brother, father and husband. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Crystal Hutton, and beloved daughter, Mackenzie Hutton of Anna, Texas. He was the son of Terri and the late Richard Hutton of Little Rock, and brother to Pam (Michael) Irmen of Haskell, Ark.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 1, at 11 a.m., at Christ the King Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mackenzie Hutton Educational Fund, P.O. Box 139, Sadler, Texas, 76264, or to the Wolfe Street Foundation, in the name and

memory of Patrick Hutton, in order to help those in need receive the help that they seek. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2200. Patrick’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– GEORGE EDWARD KELLEY, age 68, of Little Rock, passed away at home.

He was born on Jan. 8, 1948, in Dallas, Texas; he was the son of George and Marjorie Kelley.

George was a musician for many years, and toured the Southeastern U.S with local bands. He was also a Sergeant in the Army, serving in the Vietnam War.

Survivors include sister, Carole Kirby (Bob), and nephews, Shawn (Cyndi) and James Kirby.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America.

Services are entrusted to Huson Funeral Home Little Rock, AR You may sign the guest book at www. husonfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– HERBERT CHARLES (HERB) LEHMAN was born Wednesday, Feb. 25, 1925, in Elgin, Ill., and departed this life on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, at the age of 91.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Spencer and Anna; a brother, Edward; a sister, Violet; a son, Timothy; and a granddaughter, Cortney.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Vivian; a daughter, Kathleen Griffis; a granddaughter, Ashley Lehman; and a grandson, Darren Dahly (Cara); and three great-grandchildren: Donovan, Jace and Tadgh Herbert Dahly. Herb was a 60-plus years (2003) member of Crescent Lodge and a 32 degree Scottish Rite Mason, a Shriner, Eastern Star and a Rainbow Dad.

He was past-president of AARP Chapter 34.

He spent 39 months in the United States Marine Corp in WWII, serving in the United States and in the Pacific Theatre.

He was originally a professional musician (percussion) and attended the Metropolitan School of Music and the University of Chicago. He later was a salesman in Arkansas and then a buyer for Muswick.

Herbert Lehman was baptized at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, where he was also a member.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 North Shackelford, Little Rock, AR 72211. Burial to follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander, Ark. Family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark., (501) 224-8300.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

–––––❖––––– MARY “TENNIE” JANELLE COLLIER LINKER, age 78, of North Little Rock, passed away Feb. 24, 2016, at Baptist Health Medical Center North Little Rock. She was born on May 16, 1937, in Centerville, Ark.; she was the daughter of Freddie Collier and Nell Mae Heffley.

Mary was a devoted wife of 51 years and loving mother. She was a member of Christian Assembly of God in Sherwood, and enjoyed cooking and taking care of and loving her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by Bill, her husband of 51 years; her mother, father and sister Tootsie.

Survivors include her six children: Lisa (Gary) Lopez of Booneville, Ark.; Robert Linker of Jacksonville, Ark.; Leslie Grimes (Gary Slott) of Van Buren, Ark.; Denise (David) Guajardo of North Little Rock, Ark.; Kelly (Darin) Redus of North Little Rock, Ark.; Sonya (Randy) Pettit of North Little Rock, Ark. Her seven grandchildren: Denisha, Dylan, Madison, Amber, Austin, Nokona, and Keely. Her two sisters: Patsy Roush of Dardanelle, Ark. and Bobbie Douglass of Heber Springs, Ark. and her one brother Joe (Shirley) Collier of Sherwood, Ark. and a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Burial will be at North Little Rock Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery on Thursday, March 3, 2016, at 1 p.m.

Service arrangements are provided by Huson Funeral Home in Sherwood. Sign an online guest book at www.husonfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– DR. CATHRYN HOUSTON PENTECOST-MEYER (Dec. 26, 1967-Feb. 24, 2016) has gone to Heaven after a courageous battle with brain cancer. She is survived by her husband, Doug Meyer, daughter, Sarah Manrriquez, and parents, Robert and Cindy Houston, all of Jacksonville, Ark. Visitation will be 3-1-16 at Moore’s Funeral Home 5-7 p.m. followed by her Eulogy and Rosary. Funeral services will be 3-2-16 at St.Jude Catholic Church in Jacksonville. See full obituary at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

––––– ––––– SERAPHINE (SALLY) M. PRUSS, 95, of North Little Rock passed away peacefully, Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. She was affectionately known as “Busia” by most who knew her. She was born Feb. 20, 1921, in Marche, Ark., to John and Anna Chudy and is preceded in death by her husband, August C. Pruss, her son, John Pruss and daughter-in-law, Peggy Pruss. Survivors include three sons, Floyd Pruss of Little Rock, Tony Pruss (Irene) and Mike Pruss (Theresa), both of North Little Rock; two daughters, Marilyn Pruss of North Little Rock and Kathy Piechocki of Marysville, Wash.; daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Pruss and her sister Carolyn Dayer, both of North Little Rock; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends and extended family.

She was a longtime member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Rosary Sodality.

Visitation will be Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, at 6 p.m. at the Smith– North Little Rock Funeral Home, followed by Rosary service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at 2 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in North Little Rock with burial at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery in Marche, Ark.

Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– LAWRENCE SLOAN, 89, of Little Rock moved to his heavenly home on Feb. 24, 2016. Lawrence was a believer in hard work, he worked for Little Rock Basket and Crates from 1968-2015 and owned a landscaping business. He is preceded in death by his two daughters Florida Parker and Sandra Kaye Wait; parents, Bill and Betty (Jackson) Sloan; siblings, C.W. and Rosie Sloan; and his longtime friend, Alice Marie Stewart.

Mr. Sloan leaves to cherish his memory one son Marvin (Kelly) Sloan, and two daughters Edna (Corey) Camper and Ebony (Christopher) Miller; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; 11 nieces and one nephew; and a host of extended family and friends. Special thanks to Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock’s Neuro team, ICU-South and 5A for all the wonderful care given to Mr. Sloan and his family.

Family hour: Thursday, 6-7 p.m. Service: Friday, 1 p.m., both at Robinson Mortuary, LR. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, LR (501) 371-0111. Sign online guest book at www. robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust.”

–––––❖––––– CARLA LYNN YOUNGBLOOD, passed from this life on Feb. 25, 2016. She was born March 11, 1975, in Little Rock, Ark., to David Garner and Linda Schmidt. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice. Services entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. Guests may register at www.ArkansasCremation.com.