Pulaski County
JOHN ROLAND ANDERSON, M.D., born June 5, 1949, died March 7, 2019, in
Little Rock, Ark.
He was raised in Monticello, Ark., with his surviving brother, David Anderson.
Roland leaves behind his loving wife, Judy, of 42 years; his daughter,
Ashley; and grandchild, Roman. Memorial service this Saturday, March 16, 3 p.m., at First United Methodist Church on 8th and Center St. Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.
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MARY LOUISE AUSTIN, 68, was born May 29, 1950. She transitioned from this earthly realm on
March 10, 2019 with her loving family at her side.
She leaves to cherish her memory, one daughter: Erica Austin, one grandson: LeMarcus Austin and two great-grandchildren: LeMarcus Austin Jr. and LaMeih Austin; three brothers: Robert Austin Jr. (Louise), Levertis Ragland, and Michael Adams; six sisters: Patricia MacEachern (Vernon), Sarah Townsend, Betty Austin, Precious Harrison (Paul), Colleen Adams, Tracy Raglin (Steve); a host of nieces, great nieces, nephews, great-nephews, cousins and friends.
Family hour Friday March 15, 2019 from 6 til 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services Saturday March 16, 11 a.m. at Woodson Temple Church of God in Christ. services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202.
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JAMES TERRAL (JIM) CAMPBELL, age 79, of Little Rock passed away on Wednesday
March 13, 2019.
Jim was born on
March 22, 1939 in Beebe, Arkansas to Edward and Mae Campbell. He retired from Lucent Technology.
Survivors include his wife Jane Campbell, sons: Greg Campbell (Priscilla), Tim Campbell of Midwest City, Oklahoma and Brian Campbell (Tracy) of Redfield, Arkansas; grandchildren: Eric Campbell (Sydney), Jennifer Dorsey (Justin), Rachel Campbell-Sheeks, Seth Campbell and Cody Campbell (Lyndsey); great-grandchildren, Trenton Campbell, Chloe Campbell, Joe, Jon, Jake Dorsey and Hadlee Sheeks.
The visitation will be on Friday, March 15th from 6-8 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home. The Graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 16th starting at 11am at Pisgah Cemetery in Pottsville, Arkansas. Please share your love and support with the family at griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.
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JUANITA ANN DUCH of Jacksonville went home to be an angel on Saturday,
March 9, 2019 at the age of
81 years young.
She was born
Sunday, July 11,
1937 in Cotton
Plant, Arkansas to the late Carl and Ellen Boyce.
She married
Daniel Duch on
July 26, 1957 and they enjoyed over thirty years of marriage before his death in 1991. Mrs. Duch worked in the Men’s Department at Dillard for more than twenty years and was also a substitute teacher for Warren Dupree and Pinewood Elementary schools. She enjoyed trips to Branson, but found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, especially her “grandkids” and “great-grandbabies”. She never met a stranger and will be missed by all who were privileged to know her.
In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by two children, Deborah and Marie Duch; two siblings, Alice Jean Moore and Hazel Young. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Duch (Lorne Wagner) of Lonoke, Linda (Ron) Hannenberg of Enid, Oklahoma; siblings, Billy (Laverne) Boyce of Searcy and Virginia (Jimmy) Roland of Colt. Other survivors include three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be noon, Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Park. Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2019 at the funeral home. The family wishes to say a special thank you to the staff and doctors at Spring Creek for the love and compassion shown to “Momma” during her golden years. Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home, (501) 982-2136. Online guestbook: www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.
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MARY ANNE ELIZABETH ESAU was born February 4, 1998 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She leaves to cherish her memories, her mother, Beverly Rice, father,
Eli Esau, son,
Aiden Jeremiah
Taylor Brewer, brother, Curtis DeShawn Rice, nephews, Cylan & Cairo Rice, sister, Erica Esau, grandmother, Mrs. Mary Wesley, all of Little Rock, and Gertha Walker of Millington, Tenn., Aunts’ Dr. Sandra Sheard (Offie) of Locas Grove, Virginia; Alicia Burns (Darren) of Atlanta, Georgia and Nicole Rodger (Gary) of Little Rock, Ark.
She confessed hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized at New Jerusalem Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. William Forte. She graduated from Maumelle High School in 2016 and received a scholarship and aspired to join the United States Air Force. She enjoyed doing hair, make up, and spending time with her friends and family. Gone but never forgotten. We will always love you!
Funeral services will be Saturday, March 16, 2019, 12 noon at the funeral home. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202.
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DON FRAME, 79, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Margaret Frame of San Bernardino, California.
Born and raised in San Bernardino, Don had a successful life in sales which ultimately brought him to Arkansas in the 1980s. Don was a fiercely loyal friend who never met a stranger. He was generous and charitable, and always looked for ways to add to the lives of those around him. Don was a self-taught pianist, loved to cook, and in his prime had an impressive handicap on the golf course. He leaves behind many dear friends from California of whom he mentioned often and spent countless hours on the phone with. Don will be missed. To sign the online guestbook, go to www. griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.
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SHIRLEY A. GREEN, 64, transitioned this life on March 6, 2019. Family Hour will be held March
15, 2019 from
6-7 p.m. Funeral
Service will be Saturday, March
16th at 1 p.m.
Both services will be held at
Grace Temple
Church 8000
East Port Drive,
LR, Ark. 72206. Professional Services Entrusted to Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service. “Providing Families an Everlasting Service.” 7117 Geyer Springs, LR, Ark. 72209 501.904.698.
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LENOIS HAMPTON, 81, of Little Rock passed away Saturday March 9, 2019.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March
16, 2019, 2 p.m. in the Hardy Funeral Home Memorial Chapel,
5300 West 12th
Street. A visitation will be held tomorrow from
2-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Professional service entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 5300 West 12th Street (501) 372-4129. To sign the online guestbook visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com.
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ARTHUR (OBEDIE) HOWARD JR., age 72, died March 5, 2019. Beloved son of
Ruby Howard
& late Arthur Howard Sr. Predeceased by daughter,
Kim, seven siblings. Survived by daughter,
Shawn, son,
Jason Howard, grandson,
Jashiah Howard. Siblings, Diane Hooks, Roger Howard, Linda Tucker, Ruby Smith, Curtis Howard, Carolyn McKindra, Barbara Woodard, Donna McCain. Memorial service Greater Second Baptist, 5615 Geyer Springs Rd., Saturday, March 16th 11 a.m. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202.
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GEORGE “BUSTER” JOHNSON JR. was born to the late George Johnson Sr. and Pernella Guess-Johnson on July 30, 1934 in Scott, Arkansas. He passed away on March
12, 2019. He was preceded in death by wife,
Verdie Beatrice Cannon-Johnson; and parents; sons, Billy Johnson and George Johnson III; brothers, Robert Crutchfield, Freddie Johnson, Leo Johnson; sisters, Ocie-Bea Crutchfield, Mary-Frances Crutchfield, Georgia Johnson, and Ernestine Johnson.
He is survived by his sons Robert and Tilmer Johnson; daughters, Kathy Johnson-Stewart, Karen (Napoleon) Jackson, Patricia (Jerry) House; brother, Elvin Johnson; sisters, Ora Whitehead, Ruthie Harris, Lorene Hines, and Corene Givens; 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral Services, 11 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2019, St. Luke Baptist Church, Pastor Eric Alexander, officiating, 8205 Highway 161, North Little Rock. Visitation 2-6 p.m., Friday, Hubble Memorial Chapel. Funeral Services entrusted to the legacy, Hubble Funeral Home, 501-374-3134. “Serving you with professional care since 1900.” www.hubblefuneralhome.co.
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JERRY B. KEYES passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019. She was born in Chicago, Ill. to Frank
R. and Thelma
A. Burton. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Stanley M. Keyes, son, Byron B.
Burns; parents
Frank R. and
Thelma A. Burton, and her beloved sister-inlaw, Carolyn A. Thaxton.
She is survived by her special family, Ernest O. Nolan Jr., wife Pat Nolan and daughter, Amanda. Also, brother-in-law, Marvin Thaxton and his family; as well as her late husband’s children, Griff Keyes (Kenan); Cloud Keyes (Nancy) and their families.
Jerry grew up in Moberly, Mo. and was a graduate of Moberly Junior College Lower Division. She served as secretary for Race for the Cure for many years as well as a grant mentor for the Susan G. Komen Arkansas Affiliate. In 2015 she received the Passion of One award. She served as President of Montague Gardens P.O.A. and was a board member seven times. Jerry was a past president and a multiple term serving board member for the Cambridge Place P.O.A.
She was also a sustaining member of Executive Women International; a former member of G.A.L.S. Investment Club; a member and past president of the Little Rock Ski Club; past president of the Little Rock Chapter of the United Cerebral Palsy Auxiliary; past board member of the Arkansas Repertory Theater Friends of the Rep; past president of the Arkansas State Chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International; past president and former secretary of the board for the Missouri Medical Assistants Society.
Jerry had previously been executive secretary to Frank Hickingbotham at TCBY; Vice President at Fausett & Company, Realtors; and secretary to former Missouri Gov. John M. Dalton. She also served as general partner of Keyes Family Limited Partnership.
Jerry was a member of Saint James United Methodist Church since 1970 and taught Sunday School regularly, she was also active in her son’s Boy Scout troop. She served on the board at Saint James United Methodist Church, she was a member and circle leader for the Loaves and Fishes United Methodist Women, she served on the board of the UMW at Saint James and was the Saint James Chair during the UMW Arkansas State Conference in 2012. She was awarded a Life Membership in UMW. She participated in the Vine and Branches Bible Study group; and was a member of the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Jerry was a staff member for four years at Saint James United Methodist Church following her retirement from TCBY. She also mentored at Fullbright Elementary school and supported and volunteered for many charitable organizations. Memorials may be made to Saint James United Methodist Church (321 Pleasant Valley Dr., Little Rock, Ark. 72212).
A funeral service will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home (6313 W. Markham St., Little Rock, Ark. 72205) on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 1 p.m. A visitation preceding the service will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home from noon to 1 p.m., a burial at Oakland Cemetery will immediately follow the funeral service. Please sign the online condolence book at www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
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Baby BREA OUSLEY transitioned from this life on March 9, 2019 to go and play in Heavens playground. She will be missed dearly. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service. “Providing Families an Everlasting Service,” 7117 Geyer Springs Rd., LR, Ark. 72209.
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He is survived by his daughters, Kristin Self of Rosebud and Danyelle Decker (Harley) of Sherwood; seven grandchildren, Stephen, Tara, Gavin, Brianna, Kolten, Harley and Courtney; three great grandchildren; two brothers, Steven Self of Redding, California and Michael Self of Benton, Arkansas; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 from 11:30–12:30 p.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400. Graveside service to follow, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, North Little Rock, Arkansas. His online guest book is available to sign at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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ERNESTINE G. SMITH, 79, transitioned this life on March 6, 2019. Memorial Services will be held March 15, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Grace Temple Church, 8000 East Port Drive, LR, Ark. 72206. Professional Services Entrusted to Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service. “Providing Families an Everlasting Service,” 7117 Geyer Springs, LR, Ark. 72209 501.904.6982.
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ROSIE B SUMMONS, “Bertha”, 91, of Little Rock Ark. transitioned March
13. Preceded in death by parents Leland and
Janie Cooper
Sr.; siblings Leland Jr, Annie B
Cooper Smith and Ida Mae
Cooper Farmer; ex-husband Rev.
SV Summons Sr; children, Cleaster Sr. and Donald Summons.
She leaves to cherish her memories: children: Sylvester Jr. (Frankie Mae), Bettye (William-deceased) Camp, Rev John Sr (Leara), Robert Sr (Mae), Margaret Washington, Barbara (James) Keown, Rev Kenny (Carrie), Mary (Joe) McDonald, Leroy (Jean), Rita Atkinson, Brenda (Ricky) Howard and Ronnie; 40 grandchildren; 70 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; cousin, LT Terry, a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Family hour: Friday, 5:30–7 p.m. at Robinson Mortuary, LR.
Funeral: Saturday, 12 noon at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 1915 Commerce, Little Rock, Ark.; Pastor John L. Summons Sr. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, Little Rock, Ark. 501-371-0111. “A Service You Can Trust.”
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MARY O’DELL ZEMANN, 80, of Little Rock went to be with the Lord March
11, 2019. She was born April
14, 1938, in New
York, New York to John Maher and Eleanore
Bentley Maher.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
She loved spending time with her family, and shopping, creating and decorating.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by loving husband of 58 years; Richard Zemann, six daughters; Michele Thomas (Bob), Moira House (Joe), Deirdre Joseph, Megan Schubert, Catherine Haugh (Michael), Brigid Barringhaus (Tim), 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and her beloved dog; Savanah.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mary’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=5682877&fr_id=39300&pg=personal (P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis Tenn. 38142-0142) or to St. Joseph’s Helpers, www.pregnancylittlerock.com/donate (P.O. Box 25413, Little Rock, Ark. 72221).
A Funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2019, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 4000 North Rodney Parham, Little Rock, Ark. 72212. Please share your memories of Mary at www.rollerfuneralhome.com/chenal.
Arkansas
ALEXANDER — Richard Loomis, age 85, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away on Monday, March
11, 2019 in Benton, Arkansas.
He was born
January 9, 1934 in Billstown, Arkansas, the son of the late Jacob
Hiram and Cora
Stone Loomis. Mr. Loomis
was a member of the Mablevale Church of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn Loomis and three brothers Olen Loomis, Troy Loomis, and Leslie Loomis. Survivors include two sons Rick Loomis and wife Mary of Yantis, Texas; Vick Loomis and wife Gina of Alexander, Ark.; one granddaughter Michelle Ford of Dover, Ark.; two grandsons Jacob Loomis of Alexander, Ark.; Jordan Loomis of Alexander, Ark.; one great-granddaughter Harley Ford of Dover, Ark.; sister-inlaw as well as caregiver Frances Shope, sister-in-law, Peggy Loomis, and a number of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be 1 p.m., until service time, Saturday, March 16, at the Delight Church of Christ. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, March 16, at the Delight Church of Christ with Randy Hughes and Dale Morris officiating, burial to follow in Delight Cemetery, under the direction of Latimer Funeral Home in Murfreesboro. Memorials may be made to the Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, Pa. 18901, www. dementiasociety.org. www.latimerfuneralhome.com.
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ARKADELPHIA — Billy Joe Burson, Arkadelphia, passed away March 12, 2019. Visitation will be Friday, March 15, 2019 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Ruggles Wilcox Funeral Home. Service will be Saturday, March 16 at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel, interment to follow at Richland Cemetery. Visit us at www.ruggleswilcox.com.
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ATKINS — Josephine I. Klober, 96, of Atkins, passed away Tuesday, March
12, 2019, at the Arkansas Hospice River
Valley Home in Russellville.
She was born September 7,
1922, in Atkins, daughter of the late Paul and Elizabeth Hegeman Wenger. She was a member of the Atkins Church of the Assumption and the Altar Society. She was a graduate and valedictorian of St. Scholastica Academy, and turned down a full college scholarship to return home to help support her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband,
Henry Klober; grandson, Bradley Klober; two brothers, Paul and John Wenger; and three sisters, Catherine Wenger, Ann Hutchins, and Marie Schulte. She is survived by two sons, Ron Klober and wife Cathy of Maumelle, and Phil Klober and wife Evelyn of Pleasant View, Tennessee; brother, Joseph Wenger of McHenry, Illinois; grandchildren, Chris Klober and wife Kim of Greenwood, Lisa Klober of Phoenix, Arizona, and Amy and husband Jamie Singleton of Pleasant View, Tennessee; great-grandchildren, Carter Singleton, Caroline Singleton, and Kate Singleton, all of Pleasant View, Tennessee, and Elijah Klober of Greenwood.
Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, at the Atkins Church of the Assumption with Father Ernie Hardesty officiating. Visitation will be 6-7 p.m., Friday, at Lemley Chapel with rosary services following at 7 p.m. Pallbearers are Carter Singleton, Chris Klober, Jamie Singleton, Bob Wenger, Andy Berkemeyer, and Joe Berkemeyer.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of the Assumption or to St. Leo’s College Ministry. Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.
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BENTON — Ken Wayne Medlock, 77, of Benton, Ark., went to his home in Heaven on
March 11, 2019.
He was born to Rayburn Forsythe and Hilda Wahnita Medlock on September 7, 1941, and we believe they welcomed their son home in Heaven. His only sibling, Ray Forsythe Medlock Sr. lives in North Little Rock, Ark.
Ken was a retired Corporate Officer and Vice President at H.J. Baker & Bros., a commodity firm in New York. He served our country and enlisted in the US Army at age 17. He gave his heart and life to Christ in his teens. His church home was Park Place Baptist Church in Bryant, Ark. Throughout his life, he always served consistently on church committees, teaching, ushering, work days, and as a greeter.
Ken met the love of his life, his perfect mate that God chose for him, Billie Jo Brannen and on March 15, they would have been married 57 years. Mom has always said there is never a dull moment in her life and we know that is true.
They had two children Connie Jo Medlock Binz and Keith Wayne Medlock, who loved their Dadeo and Dad fiercely. Dad prayed for them to find Godly mates, and God blessed Connie with Richard Charles Binz and Keith with Trina Michelle Spriggs. They each held a special place in his heart. Dad’s legacy continued through the Lord blessing him with his grandchildren Austin Matthew Binz, who is now married to his love, Samantha Leigh Jameson, Corbin Chandler Binz, Hunter Wayne Medlock, and Savana Michelle Medlock. His grandchildren were his life.
He enjoyed taking his family fishing, hunting, golfing, on individual trips, ball games and he gave them wise life lessons for their lives. Each of us never truly understood the wisdom and truth, until later in life.
Ken loved God, family, Country, friends and strangers. We have each seen so many examples, and crossed paths or received notes from all walks of life, stating how he took a stance for right. He helped any way he could, whether it be a labor of love, financially, or opening his home for a stay or a meal.
He always stood for doing the right thing, being trustworthy, loyal to a fault, dependable, and having a tremendous work ethic. He had the mindset of early to bed and early to rise. His family has many traditions through the years. He always felt that their traditions were the stories that families write together.
His family saw through the years he always had a heart for the widows, calling them weekly and being there for them whenever needed. They also saw him writing weekly letters, notes, and making phone calls to check up on family and friends, or standing for integrity and ethics to newspapers, tv stations or organizations.
Ken was very involved in his community through the years. He volunteered at the Union Rescue Mission, Habitat of Humanity, Board of Directors, V.P., for Crows Fire Station, and Voting booths.
Our dear husband, Dad, and Gramps, we will always strive to continue your legacy of keeping God and family in the forefront of our hearts.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2019 and funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2019, both at Pinecrest Funeral Home, 7401 Hwy 5, N, Alexander, Ark. 72002 (501.847-0265). Pastors Keith Medlock, Donny Parrish and Gary Lambright will be officiating.
Interment will be immediately following the funeral service at Forest Hills Cemetery in Bryant, Ark. with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Union Rescue Mission, 3001 Springer Blvd., LR, Ark. 72206 or Park Place Baptist Church, 22208 I-30, Frontage Road, Bryant, Ark. 72022.
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BISCOE — Ruthie Jean Larkin, 67, of Biscoe, died Tuesday morning, March
5 at her daughter’s home in
Little Rock.
Her husband, her daughter, a grandson, three granddaughters, six great-grandchildren, two brothers, a sister and a host of other relatives and friends survive her. Visitation will be held Friday evening, March 15 from 6 until 8 p.m. at St. John Baptist Church, Broad Street in Biscoe. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 16 at 11 a.m. at the DeValls Bluff High School Auditorium, 710 East Sycamore Street in DeValls Bluff. Interment will take place at Harrison Cemetery in Biscoe by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley, (870) 734-2772; email: branscumbfuneralhome1928@ yahoo.com and Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home.
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BRINKLEY — Lannie Ruth Swanigan, 77, of Brinkley, died Friday evening
March 8 at
UAMS Medical
Center in Little Rock. Two daughters, three grandsons, four brothers, a sister and a host of other relatives and friends survive her. First funeral services will be held Friday afternoon March 15 at 3 p.m. at Anointed Temple Church of God In Christ, 500 West Broadmoor Drive in Brinkley. Second funeral services will be held Saturday, March 16 at 1 p.m. at Holy Temple Cathedral Church of God in Christ, 1322 South Pulaski in Little Rock with interment to follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Brinkley by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley, (870) 734-2772; email: branscumbfuneralhome1928@ yahoo.com and Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home.
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CABOT — Delbert Lee Newton, age 91, of Cabot, passed away on March 10, 2019.
Delbert was born in Wooster, Arkansas to the late Felix F. and
Marie Jenkins Newton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife,
Geneva “Jean”
Goff Newton; two sisters, Venice Engles and Betty Perdue; his brother, William Newton; and one step-daughter, Pamela Lewis.
Delbert was a Navy Veteran and retired from the Veteran’s Hospital. He also worked for the railroad, early in life. He was of the Baptist faith. Delbert will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by one step-daughter, Diane Cato, and a host of other family and friends.
Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock with entombment following the service. You may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.
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CONWAY — Peggy Ann Ghent Smith, 77, of Conway, completed her earthly journey on March
10, 2019. She was born November 27, 1941 in Searcy, Arkansas to Shelby and Annie
Brown Ghent.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, great-niece, Amber McFall Toledo and sister, Willo Ghent Windsor all of Searcy, and friend, Michael Grady of Hazen. Her memories will be forever cherished by sisters, Katie Ghent Langford of Searcy, Dixie Ghent Freeling (Flynn) of Conway, her sons, Steven Smith of Hot Springs, Michael Smith of Conway, and daughter, Kellye Bing (Clark) of Cabot. The joys of Peggy’s life, her grandchildren; Dylan and Meghan Smith of Conway, Grace, Carter and Cassle Bing of Cabot; relatives and friends.
Peggy was a graduate of Searcy High School and attended the University of Central Arkansas. She worked for the Arkansas Employment Security Division until retirement. Peggy was a catalyst in helping the Y.B.M.A girls softball program develop in Conway. Peggy enjoyed watching the Arkansas Razorbacks, being outdoors, and playing golf with the ladies at Centennial Valley. To her children and grandchildren, she was affectionately known as “Pancakes”. She loved nothing more than simply spending time with them.
A Gathering Celebrating her Life will be on Friday, March 15, 2019 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A special thank you for the care and kind words provided by staff at Baptist Hospital and Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital.
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EL DORADO — Dewey Wilbourn, Jr., 84, El Dorado, died March 7th at Baptist Health Medical Center. Funeral Saturday, 11 a.m., Zion Watch Baptist Church, El Dorado. Interment: Kings Hill Cemetery, Magnolia. Survivors, his wife: Daisey, 10 children, one sister, two brothers, 35 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren. R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC, Magnolia, Ark.
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FLOYD — Joe R. Wood, 72, of Floyd, Arkansas went to be with the Lord March 12, 2019. He was an Air Force veteran of Vietnam. While in the Air Force he served as a Security Policeman. He was a retired industrial electrician. Joe was a member of First Baptist Church of Floyd.
He is survived by his wife Brenda J. Wood of Floyd; sons Shelby R. Wood of Augusta, Georgia and Christopher Arcement of Beebe; daughter Melissa Tanner of Sandersville, Georgia; four grandchildren; two beautiful great-granddaughters; brother Danny Wood of Cabot; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerrell and Lena Wood; and sister Sue Adams.
Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2019, followed by service at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Floyd. Cremation arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. www.smithfamilycares.com.
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GOULD — Charles King, 76, of Gould, died March 11, 2019, born December 10, 1942. Visitation held 5-7 p.m., Thursday, March 14, Griffin Funeral Home. Funeral held 2 p.m., Friday, March 15, Griffin Funeral Home, burial in Dark Corner Cemetery. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas, Ark. 71639. Visit online guestbook: www.griffinfh.com.
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GREENBRIER — Lorraine Faye Yerton, 60, Greenbrier passed on March 10th. Gathering of remembrance will be March 15th, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Bishop-Crites Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at LifeSong Baptist Church on March 16th at 10 a.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Bishop-Crites Funeral Home, 108 North Broadview Street, Greenbrier www.bishopcritesfuneralhome.com.
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GUY — Donald Ray (Don) Ward of Guy passed away March 12, 2019 at Baptist
Health Medical
Center in Conway. He was born September 5th, 1946 to Zelda Mae
(Jones) Ward and the late
Marvin Junior
Ward. He was a cattle farmer, retired dairy farmer, employee of International Shoe Company, Manager for R. G. Barry, SAS Shoe Company and Munro & Co., Inc. He served several terms as councilman for the City of Guy and served in the Army National Guard of Arkansas as a Staff-Sergeant E-6 for the 172nd Heavy Equipment Maintenance Company, Heber Springs. He was a Methodist.
Don is survived by his wife of 49 years, Suellen (Glover) Ward, two sons, Jason (Tabatha) Ward and Brian (Mona) Ward of Quitman; sister Donna (Mike) Harris of Conway, brothers Pat (Christa) Ward of Hensley and David (Karla) Ward of Quitman; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sharon and Dwight Rimmer of Guy; grandson, Collin Ward of Quitman; grandchildren, Daphnee and Blake Patrom and Kassy Kirkland of Quitman, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousin, aunts and uncles. Don was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Junior Ward and brother, Marvin Clayton Ward.
Don loved his family, enjoyed fishing and riding in his Kubota to check cattle with his devoted dog, Roscoe. He will be missed by family and friends. Visitation
for Don will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. at Mt Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Guy, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Brothers Jason Ward and Sonny Harvison officiating. Interment will follow the service at Copperas Springs Cemetery in Guy, Arkansas.
Pallbearers are Brian Ward, Jimmy John Ward, Cade Ward, Jed Ward, Rob Rimmer and Carl Baker: Honorary pallbearers are Stanley Ward, David Tennyson, Rickey Wiedower and Jerry Bruce Rowlett. Online Guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/greenbrier.
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HAMBURG — Gerald “Buddy” White, 84, of Hamburg, died Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Funeral service: 10 a.m., Friday, Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Flat Creek Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guestbook at www. jones-hartshorn.com.
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HARRIET — Donna Hoffpauir McCoy, 79, of Harriet died Monday in Springfield. Survivors: husband, Steve McCoy; children, Jackie, Rickie & Sharon; 11 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sisters, Debbie, Sheila, Nola & Betty. Services: 2 p.m. Friday, Big Flat Church of Christ. Visitation: 1 p.m. preceding service. Burial: Farris Cemetery/ Onia. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/marshall.
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HORSESHOE BEND — Jim Larry Hall, 81, of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, passed away Monday, March 11, 2019. He was born in Parkin, Arkansas to Jack and Velma (Boren) Hall. Jim married the love of his life, Valerie Ann Nau. The online guestbook and obituary are available at www. connerfamilyfuneralhome.com.
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HOT SPRINGS — John Joseph Whelan, 90 years old, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on March
12, 2019. Born in Newark, New
Jersey to Mary Josephine and
Joseph Patrick Whelan, John grew up in East Orange, New
Jersey before moving to Arkansas in 1963. There he met his beloved wife of 54 years, Rebecca Cooper Whelan and eventually settled in Hot Springs where they raised their three children.
John attended Rutgers University and served in the United States Army. In his young adulthood he was a professional golfer and then worked in real estate management for Cooper Communities until retirement. He loved spending time with his family and friends, traveling, gardening and had a deep passion for golf. John’s joy for life was contagious; he was authentic to the core. He never met a stranger and made friends wherever he went. He cherished his Irish heritage; telling stories and more than willing to sing “Danny Boy” at the drop of a hat. His beautiful tenor voice was the centerpiece of many occasions, both happy and sad. Many would call John a character, but all would call him a man of character. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, John’s spirit will live on in their hearts.
John was predeceased by his parents and three siblings, Elizabeth Wahlers, Mary Morgan and Joseph Whelan. Surviving are his wife, Rebecca Cooper Whelan; three loving children; Mildred Whelan Fuller of New Orleans, La., John Joseph Whelan Jr. of Hot Springs, Ark., and Rebecca DeLacey Whelan of Hot Springs, Ark.; his four cherished grandchildren; John Joseph Whelan III, Josie Allison Whelan, Rebecca Belle Fuller and Jillian Pearl Fuller; his dear sister, Breeda Wahlers; his invaluable caretaker, Darlene Noles; as well as many nieces, nephews and close friends.
At John’s request, we will celebrate his spirit filled life and heritage with a joyful Irish Wake at a later determined date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ouachita Children’s Center, www.occnet.org, or The Alzheimers Foundation of America, www.alzfdn.org/support-us/donate. For more information or to send condolences, please visit www.caruth-hale. com.
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LOCUST GROVE — Donna Gould, 65, of Locust Grove died Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Funeral services, Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Lifeline Baptist Church at Pleasant Plains. Arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service of Batesville. Visitation, Friday, March 15, 2019 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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MAGNOLIA — Mrs. Sarah L. Moore-Evans, 77, of Magnolia, Ark., passed away Wednesday, March 6th, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Ark.
Sarah was born February 6, 1942 to Edward Lewis and Julie Mae Coleman in Lake
Village, Ark.
Sarah was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Magnolia, Ark. For many years, she worked as a surgical nurse, and became a Director in the Surgery Department.
Sarah is preceded in death by her parents, Edward Lewis and Julia Mae Coleman, along with one sister: Ethel Lewis. She leaves to cherish her memories: husband, John Evans of Magnolia, Ark.; one son; Bruce T. Moore (grandson, Luke) of Little Rock, Ark.; one daughter, Barbara Ann Moore of Irving, Texas; two step-daughters, Nina De LaGarza and Angie (Robert) Smith; two step-sons, Ray (Yamel) Brodnax and Brian Evans; one sister, Gracie Lewis of Lake Village, Ark.; nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends to cherish her loving sweet memory.
A Celebration of Sarah’s life will be held Friday, March 15th, 11 a.m. at Douglas Chapel Baptist Church in El Dorado, Ark., with burial to follow at Lott Burgy Cemetery in El Dorado, Ark., under the direction of R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC of Magnolia, Ark. Visitation will be held Thursday March 14th from 12 noon4:30 p.m. at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers, a Memorial Gift can be made to City Year Little Rock, in memory of Sarah L. Moore-Evans.
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McCRORY — Mr. Dale Owen Boutwell, resident of McCrory, Arkansas, formerly of Dallas, Texas, departed this life on Monday, March 11, 2019, at Woodruff County Health Center in McCrory at the age of 82. Mr. Boutwell was born in Louisiana on Friday, November 6, 1936, the son of Mr. Louie James Boutwell and Mrs. Wilma (Cobb) Boutwell.
Mr. Boutwell was a 1955 graduate of Cotton Plant High School where he found his lifelong calling of football.
After graduation, Dale was accepted to the University of Arkansas before enlisting in the United
States Marine
Corps. Upon his discharge from the Marines, Mr. Boutwell attended Monticello A&M (now University of Arkansas Monticello) where he received his bachelor’s degree in coaching. Dale went on to coach at Wichita State University, and eventually found his way to Dallas where he worked in sales and promotions for the Dallas Cowboys for 15 years.
Mr. Boutwell was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jerry Dean Boutwell, Sr.; and a nephew, Jerry Dean Boutwell, Jr. He is survived by a daughter, Joni Williams of Wynne, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Hana Williams of Little Rock, Arkansas and Hunter Williams of Wynne, Arkansas; a sister-in-law, Marilu Boutwell of Senatobia, Mississippi; a niece, Dana (Boutwell) Ross of Senatobia, Mississippi; several great-nieces and nephews; multiple great-great-nieces and nephews; close friends, Barry Switzer, Don Switzer, Jerry Jones, Larry Lacewell, Jim Moody, Billy Moore, Jimmy “Red” Parker, and Jimmy Johnson; the 1950s Razorback family; his Dallas Cowboys family; a host of other relatives; and a lifetime of great friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2019, at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne, Arkansas with Brother Greg Dewitt officiating. Interment will follow in Cotton Plant Memorial Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 12 noon to service time. Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Charles Barry, Bo Boutwell, Oliver Boutwell, Owen Boutwell, Barry Switzer, Don Switzer, Doug Switzer, and Stephen Ross.
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MORRILTON — Steven Dale Brent, 61, of Morrilton, Ark., passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Baptist Health in Little Rock. Arrangements being made by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Ark.
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MORRILTON — Leonard N. Morrow, 93, of Morrilton, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, March 12, 2019. He was born November 4, 1925, in Morrilton, Arkansas, the son of W. Solomon and Ethel Hendricks Morrow.
Leonard attended high school, then was selected to serve in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was awarded two bronze stars and a Combat Infantry Badge during the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, he returned home and met his wife, Joyce Edna Epperson, and settled in Morrilton. They celebrated 70 years of marriage last May. Leonard was a 32nd degree Mason and was a member of First Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister and three brothers. Surviving in addition to his wife, Joyce (Epperson) Morrow, are his two daughters, Dana Joyce Keller and her husband Michael, of Fort Worth, Texas and Susan Rebecca Groves and her husband Doug of Morrilton; five grandchildren, Robyn Keller-Baugh, Steven Keller, Megan Lewis, Jason Groves, and Amanda Cerino; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, and many friends.
Visitation will be at Harris Funeral Home, Morrilton, Arkansas March 14, 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral will be at First Baptist Church, Morrilton, Arkansas, March 15, 2019 at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Elmwood Cemetery, Morrilton by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Online Guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.
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NORMAN — Earl Dean Hughes, 68, of Norman, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 in Fort Smith, Ark. Funeral Monday, March 18, 2019, 2 p.m. at The Covenant of Life Family Church in Mena. Interment in the Sulphur Springs under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
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PARKDALE — J.D. Grice, Sr., 94, of Parkdale, died Wednesday, March 13, 2019.
Mr. Grice was a native and lifelong resident of Parkdale. He was a veteran of the
United States
Navy, having served during
World War II.
Mr. Grice was a farmer and a member of the Parkdale United Methodist Church. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, hunting for arrowheads, doing electrical
and plumbing work and working on the Parkdale United Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Alma Morehead Grice, two brothers, Grayson Grice and James Grice and two sisters, Lillian Murdock and Alma Gertrude Powell. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Virginia Edwards Grice; three sons, John D. Grice Jr. and wife, Kathleen, of Parkdale, Bill Grice and wife, Vicki, of Dermott, Randy Grice and wife, Suzanne, of Maumelle, three daughters, Linda Tullos and husband, Joe, of Wilmot, Doris Spurlock and husband, Marvin, of Crossett and Gale Scott and husband, Tom, of Little Rock; a sister, Corine Powell of Pine Bluff; a brother, Sam Grice and wife, Elenore, of Reading, Vermont; 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are 2 p.m., Saturday, March 16, 2019, at the Parkdale United Methodist Church with Pastor Chyrl Slocum and Bro. John Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the Parkdale Cemetery. Pallbearers are his grandsons, Samuel Grice, Chad Grice, Ben Tullos, Dan Tullos, Cory Scott, Zeb Scott, Mason Grice, Blake McGilton and Cole McGilton. Memorials may be made to the Parkdale United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 34, Parkdale, Ark. 71661. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg, Arkansas. Online guestbook at www.jones-hartshorn. com. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.
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REDFIELD — Thomas Odell Current, 87, of Redfield, Ark., transitioned from this life on March 10,
2019. He was born
June 13, 1931, to the late Willie and
Eddie Current in Woodson, Ark. He was educated in
Little Rock School
District. Thomas accepted Christ at an early age, he was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Woodson where he served on the Trustee Board until his health failed. He served his country in the Army where he gained many experiences. Thomas moved to Milwaukee, Wis., where he met and married Ann B. Johnson who preceded him in death. To that union four daughters were born. During his time in Milwaukee, he worked for 40 years, retired and returned to Woodson, Ark., where he met and married the love of his life, Jeanette Caffey. Thomas departed this life surrounded by his wife, Jeanette and their dog King. Visitation: Thursday, March 14, 2019, 2-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Service: 11:30 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church in Woodson, Ark. Arrangements by Gillespie Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. (501) 376-7892.
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ROMANCE — Les Griggs, 67, of Romance died Thursday, March 7, 2019. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend. Burial will be 1 p.m. Friday at Mt. Hebron Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe. www. smithfamilycares.com.
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RUSSELLVILLE — Darlene Glover, 83, of Russellville, died Tuesday. She was born May 24, 1935. Visitation: Friday, 5-7 p.m., at the funeral home. Funeral service: 10 a.m. Saturday at Victory Missionary Baptist Church. Burial: 2 p.m., Sylvania Cemetery, under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Obituary/ guestbook available at www.shinnfuneral.com.
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SEARCY — Christopher Thomas Banks, 47, of Searcy, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, March 9, 2019. Visitation will be March 15, 2019, at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Cremation services are being handled by Roller England Funeral Home (501) 842-3939. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/england.
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THORNTON — James Aubrey Hopkins, 87, of Thornton died Wednesday. Visitation will be Friday, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Bearden. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Burial at Harlow Cemetery. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.
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TUCKERMAN — Sam Manlove, 25, of Tuckerman, died Sunday. Survivors: wife, Mary Elizabeth Manlove; children, Waylon and Alivia Manlove; parents, Cathy and Terry Adams; four brothers; five sisters; paternal grandmother, nieces, nephews, step-father, Carroll Lockhart. Visitation: Thursday, 6-8 p.m. Funeral: 2:30 p.m. Friday, Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Dowell’s Chapel. www. jacksonsfh.com.
Out-of-state
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — John Edward Abner our beloved brother and friend was born on 03/15/1947 and passed away on 12/26/2018, Buddy was loved by everyone that got a chance to know him. John came from a large family and was the third of the eldest. He is survived by Beth, Sue, Randy, Billy, Teresa. He was preceded by Jimmy, Linda, Janet, [mom] Evelyn, [dad] John. A true cowboy, a world traveler, a Vietnam Navy Veteran and hero to many, he always lived life to the fullest. John may the sun always rise up to greet you and the wind forever be under your wings until we meet again. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2019, at Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock.
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GULFPORT, Miss. — Allie Carolyn Creech, age 60, born May 23, 1958, passed away on March 9, 2019, in Gulfport, Miss. She is survived by her two children
Shawn Bagwell
(Misty B.) and
April Spiller
(Donald S.); six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Bobby K and H.L.K. Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, served the family. An online obituary may be viewed at www.riemannfamily.com.