Pulaski County

WILLIAM EDGAR BROWN: January 24, 1947-November 26, 2016. Son of Ida Belle and William Brown. Graduated Horace Mann Senior High and Baker University. Retail management followed Army service. Dedicated member of Wesley Chapel Methodist Church leaving a brother, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to mourn his passing. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. www.ArkansasCremation.com.

–––––❖––––– HELEN LOUISE GRAY BURCHFIELD, 87, lifelong resident of North Little Rock passed away Monday, December 5, 2016. She was born April 30, 1929 in North Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Silas and Lillie B. Gray Hagins. She was a member of Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Sam M. Burchfield. She is survived by her daughters, Juanita Burchfield, of Solgohachia, Arkansas and Elizabeth Fulmer (Don) of Fayetteville; four grandchildren, Matt, Mark, Emily and Donnie; one great-grandchild, Leighton; her brother, Robert Gray (Claudia) of Joplin, Missouri, and many nieces, nephews and other extended family that will miss her.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Jacksonville Care Center for the loving care they provided for our mother. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Friday, December 9th at Gardener Memorial United Methodist Church with a visitation prior to service at 10 a.m., at the church. Burial will be in Edgewood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Smith – North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– BRYAN EARL BYRD, 65 of Little Rock, died peacefully at home on Tuesday. “Don’t write all that stuff about me” he said, so here we go… Born January 6, 1951 in Mountain Home to Gertie and the late Hiram E. Byrd, Bryan is survived by his wife of 44 years, Debbie Huneycutt Byrd.

Bryan is also survived by his three children and their families, Sam and Alicia Byrd, Eli and Emily of Little Rock; Erin Byrd and Shaun Oliver, Ethan, Elliot, and Ezra of Fayetteville, Rachel Byrd and Matt Silvestri, Evan and Elle of Fayetteville. Bryan is survived by his mother, and three brothers; Hiram E. Byrd, Jr. of Mountain Home, Dwight Byrd of Mountain Home, and Barrett Byrd of Alexandria, Louisiana.

Bryan enjoyed his career as a ceramic engineer and was proud of his company, American Restoration Tile, formed in 2000. He also enjoyed pretending to be a rockstar with his banjo and his Wednesday night friends, the Pickoids.

Services will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock. Arrangements are by Ruebel Funeral Home. www. ruebelfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– CHRISTEN CAZORT FRANKE, 37, passed away Sunday December 4, 2016. She was so much more than we can write in this space, this is almost impossible to do. She was born May 15, 1979 in Little Rock, Ark. After college she became the manager, and heart and soul, of her family’s restaurant, Franke’s Cafeteria. She worked side by side with her beloved parents, William and Carolyn Franke, in continuing on the tradition of providing food served with love to the community. She was set to marry her fiance’, the love of her life, Daniel Christakos, on January 14, 2017 and had never been happier.

She was a best friend and sister, to Kathryn Franke Kitchens, and a loving sister-in-law to Kevin Kitchens. In one of her most favorite roles, she was beloved Aunt CC to her niece and nephew, Katelyn and Andrew. For them, she hung the moon, and is now dancing in the stars. She was also an adored friend to many, granddaughter, niece, cousin, daughter-in-law, and a respected member of the restaurant community.

She was loved by all who knew her and could light up a room with her smile. She will be greatly missed. Heaven has never shined so bright.

A celebration of Christen’s life will be held on December 9, 2016 at 2 p.m. at St. James United Methodist Church, 321 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her honor to the Humane Society of Pulaski County. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, ruebelfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– JAMES ALLEN GRIFFITH JR., 69, of Little Rock passed Thursday. Family Hour 6-7 p.m. Friday at Watson-Northcrest, 1801 Maple St. 812-5303. Funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Second Baptist Church, 5615 Geyer Springs Rd. Interment; Arkansas Memorial Gardens Cemetery, David Featherstone officiating.

–––––❖––––– GORDON HERRINGTON, 53, of Roland, Arkansas went home to be with the Lord early Thanksgiving morning, November 24,

2016 at his home. He was born August 10, 1963 in Hawthorne, California. He was a graduate of Bryant High School and Pulaski Technical College. Gordon spent 8 years in the Air Force serving our country. He was currently the Maintenance Director at Woodland Heights Retirement Center in Little Rock.

Gordon was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, AC and Georgie Herrington of Louisiana; maternal grandparents, Johannes and Ella Nita of Germany.

He is survived by his father, Finis George Herrington; mother, Edeltraut (Karin) Davenport; brother, Klaus Herrington; sister, Susan Meek; nieces, Shelley and Mallory Meek; a host of family and friends.

Gordon loved everyone. He enjoyed pets, hunting and fishing. He always wore a big smile and was a friend to all. He will be greatly missed.

Memorial service will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211, (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

–––––❖––––– EDWARD EUGENE “GENE” LEWELLEN SR., 83, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on December 5, 2016. He was born December 9, 1933 to Joseph and Frances Abrames Lewellen. He was the owner and operator of Terry’s Finer Foods for over 30 years. He worked there for many years prior to ownership. In his younger days, he enjoyed playing and watching baseball.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; son, Edward Eugene Lewellen, Jr.; and two brothers, Bill and Tom Lewellen. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mae Bell Moreland Lewellen; son, Jeffrey Lewellen; grandchildren; Kendall Lewellen and Patience Petersen; great-grandson, Jaiden Petersen and brother, Jim Lewellen.

Funeral service is 1 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2016 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. 72211, (501) 224-8300. Visitation is from 12-1 p.m., prior to the service. Burial to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, Ark. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ chenal.

–––––❖––––– REGINALD “REGGIE” D. MARSHALL, 58, died November 30, 2016. He was born on December 4, 1957 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the late Darrell and Fern Sutton Marshall.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Tammy and his dear friend, George Posan. He leaves behind his sister, Rhonda Compton, of Sheridan, Arkansas, his business partner, Jim Clements of Little Rock, Arkansas along with his two faithful miniature German Schnauzers, Boo and Maxi Jones.

Reggie was baptized in the Saline River at Jenkins Ferry and later joined the First United Methodist Church of Sheridan. Reggie graduated from Sheridan High School then attended the University of Arkansas where he studied art. In his early years,

he worked at his parent’s store, South Park Furniture, where he honed his design skills on instore decorations and independent interior design jobs.

Reggie’s varied interests included gardening, antiquing, and traveling. In 1981, he and Jim Clements founded Marshall Clements Interiors & Antiques. The two began importing antiques from all over the world. The passion and interest grew and continued over the next 35 years. Reggie’s legacy as a brilliant designer with a one of a kind eye for treasures will continue after his death.

Standing 6’6, Reggie’s joie de vivre and personality were as imposing as his stature. He always had time for his friends; to listen to a problem, advise on a project, or just to share his infectious laughter. He loved working with young designers. Many that he mentored during his lifetime now have established businesses of their own. Reg was a “goto” kind of guy for everyone who knew him. His body of work and his many friends will long be a testament to what a kind and truly uniquely talented person he was.

Visitation will be at Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W. Markham St., Little Rock on Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 1 to 2 p.m., followed by a celebration of Reggie’s life at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to MMAR Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 398, Fordyce, Ark. 71742 (870-352-0211). Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– JOSHUA AARON NICHOLAS, 23, of Little Rock, entered Heaven’s gate November 28, 2016. Joshua attended Pulaski Technical College and was a member of the staff of Little Rock Funeral Home.

He is survived by his wife, Lauren Nicholas; mother, Melissa Pickard Nicholas of Little Rock; father, Stephen Nicholas of Benton; aunt, Jera Batterton (Chris) of Little Rock; brothers, Ethan and Eli Nicholas of Hot Springs; godson, Carter Kelly; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Linda Pickard, and great-grandmother and great-grandfather, Florence and Samuel Nicholas.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Services will be Saturday, December 10 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, officiated by Rev. Rod Loy, followed by interment at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock. Memorials may be made to the Children’s Inn at the National Institute of Health, www. childrensinn.org.

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

–––––❖––––– HELEN CORDELIA ROWE, age 91, of Roland passed away on December 6, 2016. She was born January 27, 1925 in St. Louis, Mo., to the late William and Mayme Kubik. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband John Rowe and two sisters. Mrs. Rowe was a member of the 7th Day Adventist Church. She is survived by six sons, John Rowe, Daniel Rowe (Barbara), David Rowe, Michael Rowe (Kathleen), Joseph Rowe (Roylynn), Timothy Rowe (Lisa), 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Services will be held the coming summer in Farley, Iowa. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– LOUIS “RICHARD” ROWLAND, 76, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life December 4, 2016. Family Hour: Monday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary, LR. Funeral: Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. at Saint Mark Baptist Church, 5722 West 12th St., Little Rock, Ark. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 371-0111. Sign online guest book at www.robinsonmortuary. com. “Service You Can Trust.”

–––––❖––––– LAURIE C. TOWNSLEY, 47, of Jacksonville, Ark., passed away December 5, 2016. She was born March 21, 1969 in Memphis, Tenn., to Jack and Myra Broaddus. Laurie was a graduate of Jacksonville High School AKA always a Red Devil. She left this earth an angel. Laurie was a proud and devoted wife, loving mother and friend to everyone who she touched throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Broaddus. Laurie is survived by her husband Joe Townsley; son, Dalton Townsley; mother, Myra Broaddus; sister, Rhonda Anthony; step-mom, Sonya Broaddus, and a host of other family members and friend who will miss her caring and wonderful presence in their lives.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 2 p.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville, Ark., with burial to follow at Serenity Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral from 6-8 p.m. on Friday evening. Online guestbook, www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– JOSEPH VAN DUYSE JR. of North Little Rock, Ark., died Wednesday, December 7, 2016. Funeral Mass will be at Cathedral of St. Andrew, 617 Louisiana Street, Little Rock at 9 a.m., Friday, December 9, with final rites and interment at Calvary Cemetery, Little Rock following. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– MORGAN ANDREW WILLIS, age 31, of Little Rock, died Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at his home in Little Rock, Ark. He was born March 16, 1985 in Little Rock, Ark. He is the son of the late Louis A. Willis and Karen Cashion Rives.

Preceded in death by his father, grandparents, E.T. and Fanchon Cashion, and a step-sister, Tracy Rives Chambers. He is survived by his mother, Karen Cashion Rives (Bill) of Little Rock; step-brother, Larry Rives (Angela) of Cane Hill, Ark.; three step-sisters Shannan Rives of Little Rock, Ark., Jamie Dunaway (Al) of Dayton, Ohio, and Tamela Taylor (Kurt) of Scranton, Ark.

Graveside Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2016 at Lake Village City Cemetery with Bro. Tim Chennault Officiating. Arrangements by Bishop-King Funeral Home of Lake Village, Ark. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Special Olympics Arkansas, 2115 Main Street, North Little Rock, Ark. 72114.

–––––❖––––– TRAVIS WORSHAM, 67, of Little Rock passed away Saturday, December 3. Funeral services: Saturday, December 10, at 11 a.m. Gaines Street Baptist Church, Little Rock. Viewing from 10-11 before services. Visitation: Friday, December 2, from 5-6 p.m. at McNeal Coleman Funeral Home in Brinkley in charge of arrangements.

–––––❖––––– MARK WRIGHT JR., 26 of Jacksonville, Ark., passed December 4, 2016. Loving memories left to parents: Chanthinia Dobbins and Mark (Marsha) Wright Sr.; sister: Kimberly (Jaren) Morris; stepbrother: Beatrell Cobb; stepsister: Brianna (Alteso) Walker; best friend: Eric Richardson. Mark will lie in state December 9, 2016, 1-6 p.m. at Superior. Homegoing celebration December 10, 2016, 11 a.m. at St. Luke Baptist Church 8205 Hwy. 161, 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.”

–––––❖––––– ALEXANDER JUDD WYLES, 42, of North Little Rock, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016. He leaves to cherish his memory; parents, Glen and Nancy Corley; one daughter, Gina Wyles; two brothers, Travis and Michael Corley and a host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Center for Healing Hearts & Spirits, 2416 South Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 372-3800.