Obituaries

Pulaski County

ALFRED ALLEN, 65, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life September 19.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Ethel Faye Powe and Lonnie Powe and Alfred Gage, grandson: Michael Dozier, siblings: Veronica Powe, Larry Allen, Tavares Powe, and Freddie Cage and a brother-in-law Robert Wilson.

He leaves to cherish his memory with wife, Earlene Allen; children; Alfred Weathers, Tonya (Michael) Williams, William Flowers, Alfreda Allen, Latrice (Shelton) Smith, Alexis Allen, Alfredo Graves, Shimisha Flowers, Vernon Webster, April Allen, Deshawn Flowers, Angel Allen, Alonzo Allen, Adora Allen, God Children: Yvette Custer and Patricia Dunlap; Step mother: Effie Cage; siblings: Lonnie Jr. (Cheryl) Powe, Mosheila Wilson, Eugene (Shelia) Powe, Mauveline (Scott) Preston, Tommie (Yvonne) Powe, Iranandra (Anthony) Jones, Gwendlyon (Tommy) Robinson, Carl Powe, Wesly Powe, and Timothy (Karen) Wigham, Brenda Gage (Greg) Ross 20 grandchildren,10 great-grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends.

Family Hour: Friday, 5-6 pm at Robinson Mortuary LR Funeral Service: Saturday 1 pm at Bullock Temple. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr Drive Little Rock, Ark., (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.” Please sign online guest book at www.robinsonmortuary. com.

–––––❖––––– JOHN ROBERT BOYCE, SR., 72, of Little Rock, Ark., died on Thursday, September 20, 2018.

He was born in Little Rock, Ark., on November 30, 1945 to Harold Stanley and Mary Cornelia (Marshall) Boyce. His career was in accounting management.

He is survived by sons, Bruce Boyce and John Boyce, Jr. both of Little Rock, Ark.; daughter, Kimberly Boyce-Quentin (Bradley) of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Zada Jane Boyce-Quentin, Bruce David Boyce, Jr., Emma Kaylee Boyce, and John Robert Boyce, III; brothers, David Marshall Boyce, William Boyce; sister, Mary Margaret Berthiaume. He is preceded in death by his wife, Karen Teresa Boyce.

Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, Ark., 72205. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Visitation will be from 6–8p.m. Monday, September 24 at the Funeral Home.

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

–––––❖––––– QUE’AHONA QUE’NAI BROOKS, born on Sept. 13, 2018, died Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. She is survived by her mother, Amber Brooks of Little Rock. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 at Roller Chenal Funeral Home. To sign the online guest book, please visit www. rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

–––––❖––––– BRANDON DARIUS BUTLER, 28, of Little Rock passed away Friday, Sept. 14,

2018. He was born July 31,

1990, in Washington, D.C.

He was employed by Trimedx and worked at Baptist Medical

Center in Little

Rock.

Brandon was a graduate of Catholic High School (2009), Pulaski Technical College, and was a Certified Biomedical Technician. He loved dancing, going to the gym, was a “Foodie”, and was a prankster and a loving person.

Brandon was a faithful member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in North Little Rock. He had a heart of gold and will be truly missed.

Brandon is survived by his wife, Whitney Hicks-Butler; sons, Joseph Hicks-Butler, Ethan Butler, and Braydan Butler, all of Little Rock; mother, Elizabeth Butler of Little Rock; father, Dr. Brett Butler of Texarkana, Ark.; grandmother, Barbara Mackie; in-laws, Stan Hicks (Kelly) of North Little Rock and Mary Hicks of Little Rock; and several extended family members. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Catherine and Harold Alexander; and his paternal grandfather, Felton Butler.

A visitation will be on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, from 6-7 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7 p.m. at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. The Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, at Saint Augustine Catholic Church, North Little Rock, with Father Leon Ngandu Wa Tshianga, SVD, Pastor, and Father Warren Harvey.

Online guest register at www. SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– GREG CALDWELL, born in 1964 to Allen and Joan Caldwell in Globe,

Ariz., spent his early childhood moving among American Indian reservations in four states while his father worked for BLM.

He joined the

Army at 18 and became a Green

Beret with the 1st Special Forces Group, rising to the rank of Sergeant. In his mid-20s, he met and married Theresa West Harmon and became an instant father to her three children, Mackalynn (Harmon) Davidson, Kyle Harmon, and Heath Harmon. For the next 26 years, he worked as a national territory representative within the telecom industry. Together with his wife Theresa, he shared many laughs; boating adventures; worldwide travel; very close connections to their neighbors, friends, and church families; six boisterous grandchildren; and the trials of battling high-risk myeloma for seven years. With the help of wonderful friends, family, and a cadre of UAMS staff who became like family, Greg made the most of his remaining time, exuding his warmth and humor until his very last hour. He is survived by his wife Theresa Caldwell of Little Rock, Ark.; children Mackalynn (Chris) Davidson of

Nashville, Tenn., Kyle Harmon of Bentonville, Ark., and Heath Harmon (Aubrey) of Louisville, Ky.; mother Joan Caldwell of Baker, Mont.; sisters Caren (Dean) Hass of Jamestown, N.D., and Melanie (Delbert) Espinosa of Baker, Mont. He is also remembered by his nephews and nieces, with special thanks to Kenneth Camron Espinosa for critical blood donations during his treatment.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to FeedArkansasKids.com. A Memorial service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel of Roller-Chenal, 13801 Chenal Parkway. Please share your memories of Greg at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

–––––❖––––– STEPHEN ROLFE HUNTER COLLINS “PUGGY”, age 37, of Little Rock passed away Aug. 30,

2018. He is survived by his mother, Julia; sisters, Tamara and Tara; and brothers, Joseph and Lance. Stephen is preceded in death by his father,

Shelby Sr., and brother, Shelby Jr. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018 at Trapnall Hall, 423 E. Capital Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72202. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. www. ArkansasCremation.com.

–––––❖––––– BETTY JANE COUGHLIN, 94, of Sherwood, passed away Sept. 18, 2018. Betty was born on Sept. 2, 1924. The Rosary will begin at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 24, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in North Little Rock, with Funeral Mass beginning at 11 a.m. Online guest register at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– MARJORIE N. (GRAHAM) DAVIS, 90, of North Little Rock, passed from this life on Sept.

19, 2018 at her home. Marjorie was born on

Aug. 29, 1928 at Bee Branch,

Ark., to Mr. Emmett and Mrs.

Lura (French) Graham.

Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 56 years, Thomas M. Davis; her son, Danny Charles Sigler; sister, Bonnie Liberty; and a brother Winfred Graham.

Marjorie is survived by two sisters, Bernice Stacks of Bee Branch and Opal Eubanks (Dewey) of Choctaw.

Marjorie was a bookkeeper and a graduate of Draughon’s Business School. A special thank you to Debbie Rogers Davis and family for their special love and care.

Graveside Service will be held on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018 at 1 p.m. at Blackwell Cemetery in Bee Branch. Marjorie will be in

repose Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Roller-McNutt, 115 South Broadview, Greenbrier, Ark. 72058. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock.

Online Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

–––––❖––––– MELISSA CHRISTINE DUKE, 46, of Jacksonville, died Sept. 18, 2018. She was born in Radcliff,

Ky., on Jan. 25,

1972. She attended UCA and worked as a telephone operator. Missy was full of grace and loved to spread joy. Missy’s spirit will live forever in the hearts of many people. In addition to her family, she loved reading, cooking shows, going to the movies with her nieces and nephews, sea turtles and sailing.

Missy is preceded in death by her parents, Davis and Lorraine Duke, and brothers, Daniel and James Duke. Missy is survived by siblings: Theresa Duke, Cynde Duke and Mike Rothfus, Dale Duke, Juanita and Glenn Robbins, Deborah and Marty Gatliff, Ronald Duke and Terrie Farmer, and Renee Duke; nieces and nephews: Savannah Harper, Megan and Lauren Duke, Brandon Smith and Allie York, Leslie Duke, Brennan and Asher Duke, Joshua, Jamie, Emilie and Molly Duke, Chelsea and Will Stevens, Zachary and Kathleen Gatliff, and Amy, Nash, Lillian and Van Humphries; and godmother Jeannie Hummel.

Her family privately appreciated all she brought to their lives. Please share your appreciation in honor of Melissa by spreading kindness and by signing her online guestbook: www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136.

–––––❖––––– SONIA ANN CONLEY GRAY, age 35, transitioned on Sept. 16, 2018 from her earthly home to her heavenly home. She leaves to cherish her memories mother

JoAnn McCoy; one son Daveon Coleman; four sisters Joann

(John) Conley,

Joyce Conley, Antonia Conley, Shantana Conley; three brothers Freddie (Debra) Conley, Robert Conley, Anthony Conley; and one special sister/cousin Shimika Vurger-Scales.

Family Hour: Friday, 5-7 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary-South. Services: Saturday, noon at Antioch Full Gospel Baptist Church, Antioch Blvd., Little Rock, Ark. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary-South, 6400 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, Ark., (501) 5650110. “Service You Can Trust.” Visit www.robinsonmortuary. com to sign online guestbook.

–––––❖––––– FANNIE B. PRUITT GREENE, 99, of Little Rock passed away on Sept. 17, 2018, at Briarwood Rehabilitation/Nursing Home.

Fannie was born Jan. 6, 1919.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Millie Pruitt; brothers, Charles (Vera), Benny (Ruth), and Arthur (Helen) Pruitt Sr.; and son, Jimmy (Minnie) Greene.

Fannie leaves: two sons, Dean and Horace Greene of Little Rock; one sister, Rosemary (Thomas) Banks; five granddaughters; five great-grandsons; one great-granddaughter; one great-great-grandson; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Fannie loved to save coins and coupons.

Family Hour will be Monday, Sept. 24, 2018 at Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home from 6-7:30 p.m.

Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 1200 Hanger St., in Little Rock.

Services entrusted to Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202. 501-372-1305.

–––––❖––––– MADGE JUANITA GUYNN, of Little Rock passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Madge was born on Nov. 16th to the late Claud and Vera (Styles) Whatley in Little Rock.

Madge was a member of the East End Baptist Church. She was also a proud member of the National Association of Women in Construction, she loved being a supporter of local politics by working various duties locally, as well as gardening in her yard and she was an excellent cook and she loved to travel.

Madge is preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 years Harvey Guynn; one son: Perry Michael Guynn; four brothers: Charles, George, Floyd, Ben Whatley; two sisters: Donnie Baldwin and Winnie Lou Peeples. She is survived by her four children: Karen Guynn of Little Rock, Harvey Guynn Jr. and wife Teresa of Little Rock, Teresa Larimore-Hines and husband Frank of Jonesboro and Christopher Guynn-Ruff and husband Robert of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; two grandchildren: Skye Bachmeier and husband Cody of El Paso, Texas, and Kacee Anna Larimore of Jonesboro; one sister: Delores Barker of Benton; and a host of friends and family members who will miss her greatly.

Visitation with reception will be Monday from 10-11 a.m. at Smith-Benton Funeral Home Chapel at 322 N. Market St., with funeral services at 11 a.m. followed by Graveside at Salem Cemetery in Little Rock.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Guests may register at www.smithfamilycares.com.

–––––❖––––– MARY I. HALEY, 85, of North Little Rock passed away Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Mary was born July 25, 1933, in Marion, Ohio, to Albert and Rosella Kinsey.She attended Bowling

Green State University in Ohio where she was a member ofAlpha Gamma Delta sorority. She married John Haley in 1954, and they shared 43years together until his passing in 1998.

While being a military spouse with her husband in the Air Force for over 20 years, stationed stateside and across the world, Mary was always active in the military community. She always cherished the time spent with family and friends. Mary was an active member of Lakewood United Methodist Church, a member of the Bob Millet Sunday School Class, theLakewood Squares, and the Primetime Singles Group. Mary was also a proud member of the P. E. O. Sisterhood and enjoyed being a fan of the Arkansas Razorbacks and watching all of their games.

Mary leaves behind to cherish her memory daughter Cindy Guinta and herhusband Tom of Trumbull, Conn.; son John Haley and his wife Mary Kay of St. Louis, Mo.; son Jim Haley and his wife Lori of Conway, Ark.; and her four grandchildren, Matt, Kate, Anna, and Kinsey Haley. She is also survived by loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and a host of lifetime friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, and her daughter Kathy in 2002.

Funeral services will be held at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 1922 TopfRoad, in North Little Rock on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018 at 11 a.m. A Reception will immediately follow the service. A private burial will be in Rest Hills Memorial Park of North Little Rock. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mary’s honor to the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 1922 Topf Road, North Little Rock, Ark., 72116.

–––––❖––––– PAMELA RAYE WILF HENRY, age 66, of Maumelle who had a sensitive nature and caring soul departed us on Sept. 19th, 2018.

She was passionate about learning and held a bachelor’s degree in History and Psychology. She loved her family and enjoyed the time she spent with them.

She is survived by her children, Stephanie Watson, Summer Worlow (Chris), Wade Staton (Jamie), and Carrie Henry. Her grandchildren, Scarlett, Chloe, Valerie, Michael, and John, her great-grandson, Maddox and her sister, Kathy Norman (David). She was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Faye Wilf, and siblings, Joan Kelley, Bill Wilf, Joyce Rogers, and Jeff Wilf.

There will be a Celebration of Pamela’s Life on Sept. 30 between the hours of 2-4 p.m. at her home, 221 Chantilly Circle in Maumelle. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome. com.

–––––❖––––– Surrounded by her family, NAOMI LEWIS HOOKS (Nai) passed away from complications of Lewy Body Dementia and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy on Sunday, Sept. 16,

2018. Nai was born at home on Oct. 24, 1931, the second child to the late Linis and Evelyn Medlin Lewis in Pangburn, Ark.

Always an athlete, Nai played basketball in high school, and graduated early from Pangburn High at 16 to join her sister Sammy at Hendrix College, where she served on the Homecoming court when Sammy was homecoming queen. These sisters were very close and yet very different in personality, with outgoing Sammy including the much more reserved Nai in everything — whether she wanted it or not! It was at Hendrix where Nai met the love of her life, B. Gene Hooks. Always determined, Nai graduated at a young age from Hendrix, and married Gene by the age of 19. They enjoyed 61 years together.

In their early careers together, Nai and Gene secured teaching jobs in Leslie, Ark. The following years saw moves to Eureka Springs, Springdale, and Alma. In 1959, they moved to Little Rock. Nai taught physical education at Central High School and later went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Arkansas. Nai worked as a librarian at Parkview Senior High and Forest Heights Junior High. After retiring in the mid 1990’s Nai began many years of caregiving for her mother, and later for her husband, Gene.

Nai was an outstanding bridge player and voracious reader. She enjoyed decorating her home and shopping for fashionable clothing. Even when it became difficult for her to communicate, she was quick to notice if you had a new pair of shoes or attractive handbag.

She liked quiet times but her greatest joy came from family gatherings. She found joy and passion in everyday things. She loved children, animals, swimming in her swimming pool and gardening.

Nai had a calm and steady nature, and was a fixture of strength for all that knew her. She was kind, compassionate, empathetic and was always willing to make time for others. She lived each day with grace, humor and caring for what mattered. Nai was always inclusive, and never judgmental. She embodied graciousness in all of her relationships and chose to live life with integrity.

The “Greatest Generation” has lost another. Though she has moved beyond our line of sight no day shall erase our memory of her where she will remain a treasure forever in our hearts. She was incredibly resilient and resolute, forging ahead and never looking back. When her condition robbed her of her independence and mobility she did not dwell on her inabilities

but planned to buy a flashy convertible or new red truck and build a cabin on the Sylamore creek so that she could live by herself. She exemplified the Arthur Ashe motto of “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” and above all, no complaints or self-pity.

Mom, if love could have saved you, you would have lived forever.

The family would like to thank the loving caregivers that helped with Mom over the past several years. From the House of Three; Koy Butler, Ms. Margaret, Ms. Wilma, Ms. Mary, Ms. Kathy, Ms. Evelyn, Ms. Pearl, Ms. Liz. Eula and Sam Bones, Lorraine Burris, Linda Ziegler, Arkansas Hospice, all who treated her with dignity and compassion. A special thanks to sister Rachel Davis and nieces Cheryl Lewis, Paula Gray and Tracy Davis.

A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 30 from 1-4 p.m. at Trapnall Hall, 423 E Capitol, Little Rock. Cremation will be made by Arkansas Cremation (arkansascremation.com). Nai’s ashes will be spread next to her husband Gene and with her sister Fran’s ashes at Initial Rock on her ancestral family farm on the Little Red River in Pangburn, Ark.

Nai was predeceased by her husband Gene and sisters Sammy Pollard and Francis Lewis. Nai is survived by her children, Roger Kim Hooks (Lori) and Karen Hooks, DVM; sister Rachel Davis; brother Jack Lewis; grandson John Andrew (Amy) Ledbetter; granddaughter Kana Williams; great-grandchildren Karson, Cayson, and Keller Williams; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews that she loved dearly.

Memorials may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org, 877.TEAM.WWP (832.6997), 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Fla. 32256. Acknowledgments sent to 1900 Foreman Drive, Little Rock, Ark. 72227.

–––––❖––––– WILLIAM CLAYTON “BILL” LAMBERT, JR., of North Little Rock, passed away September 19, 2018. He was born September 26, 1964, in Little Rock, to William Clayton Lambert, Sr. and Leola Lambert. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bill received his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas in Little Rock. He was a former police officer and worked for Kroger for 20 years. He was a member of Graves Memorial Baptist Church in North Little Rock. Bill enjoyed fishing and camping with his son, Clayton, at the lake at Brady Mountain Lake Ouachita.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ronell Lambert; his son, Clayton Lambert; and by his brother, Larry Lambert.

Visitation will be Thursday, September 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. and a memorial service on Friday, September 28, at 2 p.m., both at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock.

To offer condolences and share your memories of Bill with the family visit our website at www.griffinleggettrestthills.com.

–––––❖––––– DARYL LOUIS PARKER was born on May 14, 1984 to Virginia A. Parker. He was the grandson of the late Rev. George E. Parker and Leatha Thomas Parker. Daryl suffered a brain stem stroke on Monday, Sept.

17 and departed this life on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 12:02 p.m.

Daryl loved God and did not stray from his faith. He dedicated his life to Christ at the age of 6 at the Greater Center Star Baptist Church. He enjoyed sports, grilling and most of all, family. He loved his family and friends and cherished his time with them. Beneath his tough exterior was a big, protective teddy bear.

He was a 2002 graduate of Central High School, where he played football for the Tigers. He was an avid Falcons, Carolina Tar Heels, Florida State Seminoles, and Boston Red Sox fan. Daryl attended the University of Central Arkansas and received a bachelor’s degree from Strayer University. He was currently working on his master’s degree and employed at Centene.

Also preceding Daryl is his uncle, Henry E. Parker and special cousin, Derrick Harris Parker.

Survived by his mother, Virginia; brother, Derrick L. Parker; nephews, D’eljay and Da’Mari Parker; aunts, Ora D. Parker, Queen Dubose (Ephane), Mary Jones (Raleigh), and Carritta G. Devlin; uncles, Calvin Parker, Louis Parker, George Parker (Theresa), Herbert Parker, and Lovell Parker (Connie); great uncle, Larry Thomas (Charlotte); Desmond L. Mack, who held a special place in Daryl’s heart; and a host of close loving cousins, extended family and friends.

Family visitation: Friday, 5:307:30 p.m. at Eighth St. Baptist Church, 821 Hickory St., North Little Rock, Ark., 72114. Celebration: Saturday, 1 p.m. at St. John Baptist Church, 2501 Main St., Little Rock, Ark., 72206. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, LR, Ark., 72202, (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

–––––❖––––– CHESTER SINGLETON JR., 72, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life Sept. 17. He was preceded in death by his: sister, Mary White; mother, Ersaleen Singleton; father, Chester Singleton Sr.

He leaves to cherish his memory: spouse, Sheila Singleton; children, Ebony Singleton, Chris Singleton, Yolanda Alexander, Musa Abraham, Reginald Hodges; siblings, Ersaleen Henry, Albert Singleton, Donald Singleton, and Jacquelyn Taylor; six grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Family Hour: Monday, 2-3 p.m. Life Celebration: Monday, 3 p.m. both at Robinson Mortuary, Little Rock. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 3710111. “Service You Can Trust.”

–––––❖––––– RONNIE TAYLOR, 65, of Mabelvale, Ark. passed away on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018. Ronnie is survived by three daughters, Corece McAdams (Jay), Carey Taylor, and Angela Taylor; two sons, Ronnie Taylor and Nicholas Taylor; a brother, Paul Taylor; as well as 13 grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 - 2 p.m at Shamrock Park in Shannon Hills, Ark. Cremation arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main St., Jacksonville, Ark., 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– DEBORAH LYNN WILSON, 63, of North Little Rock passed away on Sept.

19, 2018. She was born on July 19, 1955 in Little Rock, Ark., to the late Coleman and Louella Johnson.

She is survived by her husband, Eddie

Wilson; her children, David Johnson, Josh Wilson (Cody Benner), and Zach Wilson (Jessica Murphy); three grandchildren; one brother; and two sisters.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, from 6–8 p.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main St., Jacksonville, Ark. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018 at 11 a.m. with burial to follow at Sixteenth Section Cemetery, Austin, Ark.

Deborah’s online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

Arkansas

ARKADELPHIA — Raymond Oliver Gould Jr., 74, of Arkadelphia, died Friday. Funeral services 11 a.m. Friday, September 28, 2018 at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Arkadelphia. Interment in Vaden Cemetery. Memorials to St. Paul A.M.E. Church. Final arrangements are entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia. Guestbook @ www. welchfh.net.

–––––❖––––– ARKADELPHIA — Larry F. Northrip, 76, of Arkadelphia, passed away on Friday, September 21, 2018.

He was born on June 5, 1942 to Francis and Irene Northrip.

He was a devout member of Church of Christ and a dedicated employee at Car-Mart.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Northrip; brother, William Northrip (Donna); sister, Tammy DeVilbiss (Russell); children, Jessica Tipton Northrip (Jimmie), Zane Northrip (Janean), Deborah Bottemuller (Leon), David Rigsby (Janet), Richard Rigsby, and Michele Carbone; grandchildren, London, Bryce, Suellen, Mickie, Sage, Aisley, Paul, Joseph, Michael, Alexa, and Susie; great-grandchildren, Drew, Harley, Ethan, Caleb, Faith, and Addy; seven nephews; a niece; and other extended family. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Vinnie.

A Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Church of Christ in Arkadelphia. Online guestbook at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

–––––❖––––– AUSTIN — Michael Lee Hall, 64, of Austin died Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Greenville, Mississippi. He was born December 2, 1953 in Dallas, Texas to Norene Goodwin Hall and the late Vernon Lee

Hall. Michael was a 27-year member of the

Road Barons Motorcycle Club and a lifelong biker. In addition to his father, Mr. Hall was preceded in death by a brother, Troy Glenn Hall and a sister, Vicky Billings.

Mr. Hall is survived by his daughter, Janelle Hall Lunsford of Cabot; grandsons, Hunter White and Coen Jobe; mother and step-father, Norene and Richard Burgess of Austin; siblings, Daniel Burgess (Cheryl) of Jacksonville, Sylvia, Rodney and Chuckie Hall, all of California; nieces and nephews, Josh Hall, Jason Green, Alex Burgess, Monica Richard, Benjamin and Lauren Richard, Michael and Samantha Richard; and his beloved dog, Baby Girl.

Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2018 at Country Chapel. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at the church with Brother Steve Zumalt officiating. Burial will follow at Hicks Cemetery under the direction of Thomas Funeral Service, (501) 941-7888. Please sign the online guestbook at www.thomasfuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Helen L. Graham, age 85, of Benton passed away Friday, September 21, 2018. She was born September 17, 1933 in Plumerville, Arkansas. Mrs. Graham was a retired seamstress from a Marianna Sewing Factory. She was a member of Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Benton.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Jasper Thomas (JT) Graham, son, Phillip Graham, parents, Winslow Larkin and Cora Jane Robinson; brothers, Dick, Tommy, Joe, Coy, Junior and sisters, Dorothy, Mary and Norma, best friend, Mary Lou Nichols. She is survived by her sons, Thomas (Gloria) Graham of Gilroy, California, Gary (Pam) Graham of Little Rock, Michael Graham of Benton; daughter, Robin (Dale Rigsby) Polk of Benton; grandchildren, Jay and wife, Wendy, Julia, Christopher, Amy, Adrienne, Denise, Philicia, Phillip, Holly and husband, Chris, Megan; and great grandchildren, Emma, Iliana, Simona, Ceci, Lennon, Isabel, Barrett, Cora, Jasper, Murray and Witten.

Graveside services will be Monday at Cameron Cemetery at 11 a.m. with Pastor Chad Denmon officiating. Visitation will be 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday, September 23 at Ashby Funeral Home. Helen was loved and surrounded by many friends and family. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Norma Jean Scott Gullett passed away at her home in Benton on September

16, 2018. Exactly where she wanted to be.

She was the daughter of the late C.E. Scott, Sr. and Mildred Scott of Antlers, Oklahoma.

Norma was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Leslie Scott and C.E. Scott, Jr.; her beloved husband, Jim Gullett; and her much beloved son, Brent Gullett.

Norma was born in Garvin, Oklahoma in 1936, but spent the majority of her life in Arizona, where she was a swimsuit model and met my father, Jim (she said she remembered he was wearing blue suede shoes when they met). After a whirlwind courtship, they were married for 58 years. She stayed home with each of her children until they started school and went back to work herself at that time. Norma was a credit manager at Sysco and Quality foods for many years. She loved her job and always dressed for success.

Norma was a beautiful loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her eldest son, Randy (Debbie) Gullett; daughter, Tamara Gullett; grandchildren, Tuesday Shelnutt, Hunter (Brooke) Gullett, Tanner Gullett and Anna Gullett; and two great-grandchildren, Cayn Chambers and Phoebe McCollum.

Norma’s whole world revolved around her family. She loved all holidays and birthdays, so the entire family would be around her. She adored it!! We will miss her every single day.

Memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Ashby Funeral Home at 3:30 p.m. The family would like to thank Arkansas Hospice for the wonderful care they gave her at the end of her life. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

–––––❖––––– BENTON — Betty Jo Womack Styles, 90, of Benton, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018. She was born in Tulip (Wave), Arkansas to Jewel Jane and Dock

(Balis) Womack.

She was one of ten children.

She also grew up on a family farm where she learned about hard work, love of God and family, and laughter from her wonderful parents. She attended Draughon Business School in Little Rock after graduating from Princeton Consolidated School as Valedictorian. She moved to Benton in her early twenties and supported herself prior to marrying her first husband, Van C. Hayes. They were married for eight years, at which time she was widowed. She then went to work for Alcoa from which she retired in 1988. In 1961, Betty married Leamon H. Styles and became a step-mother to four boys, Tracy, Greg, Neal, and Leland. After two years of marriage, they welcomed two girls, Lisa and Stephanie, into their family.

Betty always strove to offer a loving and stable home to her six children. She was an excellent cook, seamstress, decorator, gardener, and marksman. She was a gracious, kind, intelligent, and a classy Christian lady. As a child in the Wave Community she was raised in the Methodist Church and in her early years in Benton, was a member of the First Methodist Church. Upon marriage she became a member of the Church of Christ and has church family at both Northside and River Street congregations. Her guidance, grace, and love will be greatly missed by her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 46 years, Leamon Styles; their son, Leland Paul Styles; one grandson, Leland “Lee” Styles Jr.; and seven siblings, David Womack, Domel Womack, Hugh Clinton Womack, Lois Bryant, Margie Kuhn, Ruth Crouse, and Rose Alice Green. She is survived by her five children: Tracy (Brenda) Styles of Benton, Greg (Connie) Styles of Benton, Neal (Mary) Styles of Bauxite, Lisa (John) Windsor of Benton, Stephanie (Kevin) Sheppard of Benton; two sisters, Permelia “Pam” Bell of Malvern, Laura Pierce of Sheridan; 17 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

The family wishes to express a special thanks to her caregiver, Ramona Weisse, for helping them care for their mother the last year of her life. They also wish to thank Dr. Mark Martindale and Dr. Charles Clogston for their care as well. We will miss you, Momma.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2018 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton. A funeral service will be Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 1 p.m., also at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Pinecrest Cemetery in Alexander. Pallbearers are Jamey Styles, Blake Styles, Anthony Mask, Josh Sheppard, Casey Sheppard, and Kevin Sheppard.

–––––❖––––– BRINKLEY — Stephen Moye, 62, died Thursday. Survivors: wife, Cindy Moye; parents, Franklin and Peggy Moye; stepsons, Bryan Simpson, Britt Simpson; daughter, Tracy Haley; brother, Danny Moye; sister, Madge Frein; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Visitation Sunday 2-4 p.m. Bob Neal and Sons Chapel, Brinkley. Memorial Services, Monday 11 a.m. First Baptist Church Clarendon. Guestbook/obit www. bobnealandsons.com.

–––––❖––––– CARTER COVE — Gary Wayne “Slick” Westlake, 77, of Carter Cove died Thursday, September 20, 2018 at his home.

Funeral service; 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at the Dardanelle Cornwell Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation: 12 noon-2 p.m. Tuesday at the Dardanelle Chapel. Burial: Carter Cove Cemetery. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville.

–––––❖––––– HOT SPRINGS — Emma Delain Lansdale Hornaday Green, age 84, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2018 at CHI St. Vincent’s Hospital in Hot Springs.

She was born in Fordyce on June 23, 1934 to Isaac Dee and Mary Jane Wiley Lansdale. She was a 1952 graduate of Fordyce High School and retired after 20 years from Camp Robinson in North Little Rock. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Hot Springs.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Grover Hornaday and later, Bobby Green. She is survived by two sons, Michael Hornaday (Barbie) of Fordyce and Wayne Hornaday (Lakita) of Thornton; one daughter, Dianne McManus of Hot Springs; brother, Harold Dee Lansdale (Sybil) of Fordyce; and a sister, Juanita Rogers of Texas. She is also survived by her treasured seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Delain loved life and enjoyed travel, friends and family.

Visitation will be Monday in the Chapel of Gross Funeral Home from 1-2 p.m. Funeral Services will begin at 2 p.m. with Bro. John McCallum officiating. Burial will follow at Stoney Point Cemetery in Fordyce. Online Obituary and Guestbook are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.

–––––❖––––– LANTY — Roy Johns, 74, of Lanty, died Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018.

The memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, at the Shinn Chapel and under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

Visitation immediately following the memorial service. Burial will be private. Online obituary/guestbook available at www.shinnfuneral. com.

–––––❖––––– LOCUST GROVE — Billy Ray Freeze, 92, of Locust Grove died Friday, Sept. 21, 2018.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, at 2 p.m. at the Alderbrook Cemetery in Desha. Arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service.

Visitation, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, from 1-1:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

–––––❖––––– LONOKE — James Junior Cook, 85, of Lonoke, died on Sept. 21, 2018. He was in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. James was a member of Bible Baptist Church, where he served as church bus driver and Jr. Church Teacher. He loved gardening and his family. He was preceded in death by son, Timothy Cook. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Virginia Cook; children, Shirley (Mike) Waterhouse of Texas, Rebecca (Rich) Smith of North Carolina, and Keith (Beth) Cook of Sherwood; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brothers William A. Cook and Donald Cook; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, at Bible Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Arrangements by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– McRAE — Dale Stroud Ford of McRae, Ark., passed away Sept. 18, 2018.

Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe, with funeral to follow at 11 a.m.

Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. www.smithfamilycares.com.

–––––❖––––– PARON — Linda Carol Priest, 74, passed away on Friday, September 21, 2018.

She was born October 6, 1943, to William “Bill” Henry Hooks and Juretia “Rita” Langley Hooks in Pulaski County. She was raised in the Levy area of North Little Rock and was the oldest of four children.

Linda is survived by her husband and best friend of 55 years, Billy Clyde Priest; three children, Marion Lee (Stacy) Watson, Stacy Lynn (Troy) Alberson, Mitchell Flynn (Heather) Priest; seven grandchildren, Lindsey Nicole (Misty) Billings, Billy Chase (Caitlin) Watson, Christian Nathaniel Alberson, Shelly Renee Alberson, Belle Kaylynne Dean, Abbie Michelle Priest and Charlie Raye Priest; brothers, Owen “Steve” Hooks (Judy), William “Dewayne” Hooks (Tresa); sister, Kay “Brenda” Patterson (Phil); mother-in-law, Florene Priest, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Linda’s life revolved around her children, grandchildren and her loving husband. She was also the owner of Priest & Associates Tax Services for over 30 years and an H&R Block office manager for nine years. Her hobbies included growing flowers and plants of any kind. She owned and operated a nursery growing hundreds of different plants and cactus for three years before going into the income tax business.

Her clients became her friends over the years. After retiring and selling Priest & Associates to her son-in-law, she enjoyed traveling and time spent with her grandchildren. Linda never met a stranger and her friends were treated as family. She lived her life by the Golden Rule, treating people as she would want to be treated. She was a member of the Church of Christ and her faith was unwavering. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, never meeting a child she didn’t love.

Memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, September 24, 2018, at the Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, beginning at 4 p.m. Online guest registry at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

–––––❖––––– PATTERSON — Calvin “Cowboy” Carter, Sr., 73, of Patterson died Thursday. Visitation, Sunday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Monday at Thompson-Wilson McCrory Funeral Home. Interment, Pumpkin Bend Cemetery. Survivors, wife, Sandra, son, Calvin (Rebecca) Carter Jr., daughter, Becky (Kevin) Mitchell, two grandchildren, two brothers, one sister. thompsonwilsonfh.com (870) 731-2551.

–––––❖––––– PERRYVILLE — Billy B. Conner “Gramps”, 71, will be lovingly missed by children Bill (Jessica) Conner and Amy Conner, grandchildren, Linnea (Rawn) Gabbard, Hunter Munch, Mickey Munch, Tommy Conner, and Pepper Conner.

He is preceded in death by his parents Nathlene and Jimmie Floyd; a son Brandon Conner. We will celebrate Gramp’s life Sept. 30, 2018, from 1:30-4 p.m. at Lake Willastein Pavillion, Maumelle, Ark.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Ark.

Online guest book is available to sign at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

–––––❖––––– RUSSELL — Fannie Pauline “Polly” Grigsby, 92, of Russell, died Thursday, Sept. 20.

Visitation will be Sunday from 2–4 p.m. Services will be Monday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. at the Powell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Carter Cemetery by Powell Funeral Home, Bald Knob – Judsonia. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

–––––❖––––– SEARCY — Cheryl Ann (Taff) Howerton of Searcy was born July 30, 1948, in Mulberry, Ark., to Jesse Howard Taff and Velta (Tankersley) Taff. She died Sept. 14, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bryan Richard Howerton; her parents; her brother, Don Taff; and step-mother, Vera Taff.

She is survived by her daughter, Sarah Sewell (Donnie) of Benton; two grandsons, Sam and Owen; her brother, Mike Taff (Charlotte) of Ozark; her motherin-law, Jean Howerton of Searcy; and other extended family and friends. Cheryl was a graduate of Arkansas Tech University and was an avid crafter and gardener.

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org). Her family will hold a private gathering at a later date.

Online guestbook on: rollerfuneralhome.com.

Out-of-state

MODESTO, Calif. — Carolyn Avon Lea, 84, of Modesto, Calif., formerly of Hot Springs, died Thursday.

Services 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, at Manning Baptist Church. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at Welch Funeral Home. Interment in Delamar Cemetery. Memorials to Delamar Cemetery Fund.

Arrangements entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia. Guestbook @ www.welchfh. net.

–––––❖––––– PENSACOLA, Fla. — Joseph Michael Jennings, 61, passed away on Sept. 18, 2018, at his home in Pensacola, Fla.

He is preceded in death by his parents, E.S. and June Jennings, and sister Elizabeth. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Linda, daughter Heather and sons Justin, Christopher and Joseph.

He is also survived by his four brothers Bill, Kirk, and Jeff Jennings of Little Rock, and Randall Jennings of Memphis.

Mike was born on May 11, 1957, in Oklahoma City, Okla. He attended public elementary and secondary schools in Pine Bluff, Marianna and Conway, and received his degree in Construction Engineering from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he was a Chancellor’s List and National Deans List honoree. He also served our country in the United States Army, from which he received an honorable discharge.

Services will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery in Pine Bluff on Monday, Oct. 8th at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation in Mike’s name to Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock at https://giving.archildrens.org/ donate. You were loved by many and your departure will leave a void in our lives that will never be filled. You will be missed. Godspeed, Mike.