Obituaries
OBITUARIES Information for the obituaries and funeral notices below was supplied to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes.
Pulaski County
Ms. JASMINE D. BURKS DAVIS, 30, of Little Rock, passed away on March 2, 2019. Celebration of
Life will be Saturday, 11 a.m.
March 16, 2019 at First Baptist
Church Highland Park with
Apostle K.D. Allen officiating. Interment will be in Elmlawn Cemetery by Paradise Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Mr. J. Morrill Gray President/CEO. Family Hour: Visitation will be Friday March 15, 2019 from 6 p.m-7 p.m. at Faith Temple Full Gospel Deliverance.
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SHIRLEY A. GREEN, 64, transitioned this life on March 6, 2019. She leaves to behind her memories to two sons, Eric Winston and Alvin Green; one daughter, Natoya Carter; her brother, Lumas Kendrick (Sue), Willie Kendrick (Patricia), Lewis Kendrick (Gwendolyn), David Kendrick and Rollie E Winston, Jr.; sisters, Lois Parker, Algerine McQuay (Hollis), Joanne Kendrick (special sisterIn-Law); nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a host relatives and friends. Family Hour will be held March 15, 2019 from 6-7 p.m. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 16 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)904.6982.
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HOMER A. HOLBROOK, 89, of Little Rock, died Wednesday. Memorial Service will be 2 p.m., Monday, March 18, at First United Methodist Church in Little Rock with a reception immediately following at the church. A complete obituary will run in Sunday’s edition of the newspaper. Sign an online guestbook at www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
–––––❖––––– GEORGE “BUDDY” JOHNSON, JR. 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.
–––––❖––––– Funeral service for DARRELL MICKS, who died March 6, 2019 in Little Rock,
Ark., will be 1 p.m. Saturday,
March 16, 2019 at St. James
United Methodist Church,
321 Pleasant
Valley Drive,
Little Rock, Ark. Visitation will be 6-7 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2019 (today) at First Baptist Church, 4920 Harris Street, Little Rock, Ark. (Pankey Addition). Correction: father name is Nathaniel Hickman of Kansas City, Mo. Brown’s Christian Funeral Service (501) 2448000.
–––––❖––––– NAOMI RUTH PIERCE, 65, of North Little Rock passed away Wednesday,
March 13, 2019.
She was born September 22,
1953 in Little
Rock, Ark., to
Rev. Carl D. and
Mintie Lucille
Huggs Pierce.
She is survived by her children, Heather Addie (Rick), Jeniffer Wolfe, Marlena Karjala (Andrew), Christina Davis and Richard Davis; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; siblings, Barbara Carlene Zicker (Robert), Paul Pierce (“Paul’s wife” Maureen) and Joe Pierce (Juanita); John Davis, ex-husband and father of her children, who helped take such good care of her in her last days; and numerous extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Johnna Kay Davis; grandson, Jaydon Aliczander Wolfe; and her sister, Mary Elizabeth Maxwell.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Kindred Hospice and Lakewood Health and Rehabilitation. A visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2019 and Celebration of her Life at 12 noon, Monday, March 18, 2019 at Cornerstone Worship Center, 301 Campbell Road, North Little Rock. Burial will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park. Online guestbook at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
–––––❖––––– HUBERT CYRAL SCOTT, age 91 of Mabelvale, Ark., passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 13,
2019. He was born on December 2, 1927 in North Little
Rock, Ark., to his late parents,
Jesse Thomas and Zora Goss
Scott. Hubert was retired from Westinghouse/ North American Phillips, was a member of Mabelvale United Methodist Church for more than 40 years and was retired from the United States Army.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Elizabeth Scott; two sons, Hubert D. Scott of Conway, Ark., and Thomas Scott (Carolyn) of Little Rock, Ark.; two granddaughters, Jessica DeClue (Rex) of East End Community and Mary Barnett (Matt) of Scott, Ark.; two great-grandsons, Brayden Parks and Joseph Barnett and one sister, Linda Moore of Oklahoma. He is preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters.
Graveside services will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Reverend Bob Marbel officiating. In leiu of flowers, please send donations to: Mabelvale United Methodist Church, 10500 Woodman Street, Mabelvale, Ark. 72103, (501) 455-2503 or Conway Human Development Center, 150 East Siebenmorgan Road, Conway, Ark., 72032, (501) 329-6851. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.
–––––❖––––– Retired Lt. Col. CHARLES “CHUCK” WROBLESKI, a longtime resident of North Little Rock, Ark., passed away peacefully on
March 11, 2019 at the age of 87.
Charles was born in Omaha, Neb., where he graduated high school and earned a Bachelors degree from the University of Nebraska. He was a Pilot in the United States Air Force and Lieutenant Colonel in the Arkansas Air National Guard, Member of the Arkansas Air National Guard 189th Civil Engineering Squadron, City Engineer for the City of North Little Rock, Member of St. Patrick’s Church, a fourth degree Knights of Columbus and Member of Elks Lodge BPOE #1004 in North Little Rock.
Charles was always active with family and friends and liked to stay busy in the community. He loved to fish with his family, hunt with his sons, play golf, loved to garden and spend time with his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and great-grandkids. Charles will be remembered as a loving and caring husband, father and friend to many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Sophia; two brothers (John & George); sister (Cecilia); son (David); and his loving wife, Beverly Wrobleski. He is survived by his six children, Mike (Nancy) Wrobleski of North Little Rock, Susan Wrobleski Kuehner of Little Rock, Karen McSwain of North Little Rock, Janet Malone of Imboden, Brian (Faye) Wrobleski of North Little Rock and Sharon Sheare of Manhattan, Kan.; his loving grandchildren Justin Allmon, Sean Wrobleski, Audrey Wrobleski, Lauren Delk, Rachel Wrobleski, Kimberly Provost, Bryan (Brittany) McSwain, Brittany Malone, Shayne Malone, Stephen Kuehner, Daena Cole and Krysten Wrobleski; his loving great-grandchildren Jolie Provost, Cora Provost, Cole Provost, Charli Mosley, Asher Sinclair, Lincoln McSwain, Leland and Gauge Malone.
Honorary Pallbearers to celebrate his life will Brian Wrobleski, Stephen Kuehner, Sean Wrobleski, Shayne Malone, Justin Allmon, Michael Malar and Bryan McSwain.
Visitation will be from 6-7:30 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2019 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, with Rosary beginning at 7:30 p.m., Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church at 10 a.m., Monday, March 18, 2019. Burial will be at Rest Hills Memorial Park with Military Honors. Online guestbook at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Arkansas
ALEXANDER — Gordon “Pete” Caple Sr., 80, of Alexander, was born in Little
Rock, Ark. on February 19, 1938, and died on February 26, 2019. He graduated in 1957 from Citrus Union High School in Azusa-Glendora,
Calif.
Survived by Frank and Marilyn Caple of Hot Springs Village and father to five living children, Cheryl Charming, New Orleans, La.; Carolyn Caple Moor, Orlando, Fla.; Charlie Caple Weaver, Camden, Ark.; Pete Caple Jr., Cabot, Ark. and Amber Caple Leclerc, Little Rock, Ark. and seven grandchildren.
Pete is remembered for his contagious smile, laughter and love of cars. A master auto mechanic his entire career, he loved a good deal, an auction and could repair anything. Back in the day, he played college football and for fun was a country dance instructor at Electric Cowboy. His best gift was his good heartedness, honesty and kindness to others, as well as, animals. His legacy will be continued in those who knew and loved him. His presence will be missed.
We honor him and welcome visitors to his Life Celebration and Memorial at Ashby Funeral and Memorial Chapel, 108 W. Narroway St., Benton, Ark. 72015, Saturday, March 23, 2019, between 11 a.m.-12 noon. Private family reunion luncheon off site afterwards. On-line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
–––––❖––––– BEEBE — Julia Elizabeth “Punkie” Williamson, 83, of Beebe died March 13, 2019. She was born April 14, 1935. Visitation: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Roller-Citizen Funeral Home in West Helena, Ark. Graveside Service immediately to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Roller-Daniel Funeral Home.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/searcy.
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BENTON — Jimmy Fred Babbitt Jr. (Boobie), 66, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on March 13, 2019. He was born on July 28, 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas. A memorial service will be held on March 15, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. Online guestbook, www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.
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BENTON — Geraldine Lee Glidewell, 70, of Benton, passed away March 12, 2019. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. Reception visitation and memorial service: 11 a.m., Friday, March 15 at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Guests may register online at www.SmithFamilyCares.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 U.S. 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.
Pallbearers will be Austin Binz, Corbin Binz, Hunter Medlock, Allan Lewis, Heath Clower, Gardner Howze, Savana Medlock, and Samantha Medlock. Honorary Pallbearers will be Butch Medlock and George Benham.
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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BENTON — Boyd Lavelle Sykes Sr., 69, of Benton, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on the 5th day of March 2019. He was born in Bauxite, Arkansas on May 20, 1949 to the late Harold Sykes and Katherine Sheridan Sykes.
He volunteered at the Senior Adult Centers and local Church Food Banks.
Boyd was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Tammy Sykes, son, Jeremiah Lincoln Sykes, younger sisters, Letta Elaine Fernandez and Karen Lynette Lott; sister-in-law, Betty Joyce Cogburn Sykes. Boyd is survived by his five sons, Boyd Lavelle Sykes, Jr. of Benton, Stephen Lynn Sykes and Patrick Leander Sykes of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, James Lewis Sykes and Melvin Lee Sykes of Oklahoma; three grandchildren in Phoenix, Arizona and one grandchild in Pittsburgh, five great grandchildren in Phoenix, one brother, Arlin Sykes of Malvern, two sisters, Charlotte (Danny) Marvel of Benton and Kathy (Jim) Crouch of Sheridan; a host of nieces and nephews.
A Memorial service will be held at the Benton Senior Adult Center, March 18, 2019, 1 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Mike Schleider officiating. Burial will follow at Fowler Cemetery in Paron, Arkansas. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome. com.
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BRYANT — Tina Marie Woodard, 54, Bryant, passed away on March 11, 2019. Survivors, sons, Richard Faulkner, Dennis Smallwood, Chris Thompson, daughters, Kristy Baker, Tabitha Martin, brothers, David
Jr., Bryan, Neal Woodard, Fred Pogue, sisters, Faith Hunter, Millie Williams, Margie Mitchell. Memorial service, Saturday March 16, 2019, 2 p.m., Alexander First Baptist Church. Cremation, by Ashby Funeral Home, Benton. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
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CABOT — Ann Williams Goldman, 79, Cabot, passed away March 12, 2019. Survivors include her children, Lisa and Larry Goldman; two grandchildren. Funeral services: 10 a.m., Monday, March 18, 2019 at Faith Baptist Church, Cabot. Visitation: 3-5 p.m., Sunday, March 17 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, 501-8435816.
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CAMDEN — DeLoyse “Dee” McDonald died Thursday, March 14, 2019 at her home in Camden, Ark. She was born near Hope, Arkansas to Vernie William Goynes and Ava Erwin Goynes. She was a long-time member of Maul Road Church of Christ.
Dee married Walter Tyson McDonald, Jr. (better known as Dub or Mac) on April 23, 1948 in Camden, Arkansas where they lived their fifty years of married life. Dee worked years in various locations for the U.S. Government and related Defense Agencies in the field of Personnel and Administration. She retired from Atlantic Research Corporation in Camden as Executive Secretary to the General Manager.
Dee was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister, (Virginia Goynes Benefiel), two brothers, (Kenneth Goynes and Denver Goynes), and one nephew, (Michael Poindexter). She is survived by her daughter, Christine Wilson and son-in-law, Richard of Memphis, Tennessee and Uvita Costa Rica; three grandsons, Mac Wilson of Carmel, California, Gus Wilson (Meredith) of Memphis, Tennessee, and Sam Wilson (Jennifer) of Atlanta, Georgia; two great-granddaughters, Kelia Wilson of Memphis, Tennessee and Poppy Elizabeth Wilson of Atlanta, Georgia; three nieces, Sandra Shelton of Diamond Bar, California, Jenny Poindexter of Lake Elsinore, California, and Pat Terlau (Karl) of Gilbert, Arizona; one nephew, John Goynes (Pat) of Hope, Arkansas; and several great-nieces and nephews, among them Tiffany Cambell Holler (Dave) of Anaheim, California.
Funeral services will be private. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register, visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com.
–––––❖––––– CARLISLE — Dolores V. Branan, of Carlisle, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday March 13, 2019. She was born August 30, 1920 in Martinville, Ark. to the late James and Athelene Lee.
She was preceded in death by husband, John P. Branan, sons,
Thomas James and Johnny Lee Branan, and brothers, William and Dickey Lee. Left to cherish her memory is her loving family, her grandchildren, Leslie Branan, Johnny Branan and Chad Cooper, brother, Martin Lee, sister, Peggy (Kirk) Patton, five great-grandchildren and many other nieces, nephews, friends and relatives.
Graveside Services will be 1 p.m., Monday March 18, 2019 at Springhill Cemetery in Springhill. Online guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ conway.
–––––❖––––– CROSSETT — Gayle Lavonne Strebeck, 73, of Crossett, Ark., died March 12, 2019. Survived by husband, Tommy Strebeck; son, Barry Strebeck and daughter, Shelbi Hust. Memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Crossett First Church of God. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. under the direction of Jones Funeral HomeInc. www.jonesservice.com.
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EL DORADO — Jewel Goodson Canady, 93, of El Dorado claimed her eternal rest on March 12, 2019. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. with service to follow at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at College Avenue Church of Christ. Interment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.
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EL DORADO — Noel Owen Wright Jr., 90, of El Dorado and Heber Springs, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019. Visitation will be 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Young’s. Graveside services will follow at 2 p.m. at Arlington Memorial Park. Interment will follow under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.
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FAIR OAKS — Mrs. Betty Ann (Wampler) Chappell, 78, of Fair Oaks, died Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at her home. Funeral services are 2 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2019, at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment in Ellis Chapel Cemetery. Visitation is 1 p.m. to service time.
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FORDYCE — Mr. Wendell Lee, 84, of Fordyce, passed Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at St. John A.M.E. Church Fordyce, Ark. by Pastor Kenneth Broughton. Interment in Mt. Tabor Cemetery Fordyce. Visitation will be Friday 4-5:30 p.m. at Brown-Williams Funeral Home. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.
–––––❖––––– HEBER SPRINGS — Wallace Edward Sneed, 87, passed away March 11, 2019. Born August 8, 1931, son of late Fletcher and Nicey Sneed. Survivors, wife, JoAnn Sneed, children David Sneed (Tonya), Karen Davison, Mitchell Sneed, siblings, Pat Sneed (Ann), Marvelle Burford (Lynn), 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Visitation: 12 noon-2 p.m. Service: 2 p.m. Friday, Olmstead Funeral Home. Interment Central Cemetery. www.olmstead.cc.
–––––❖––––– HOPE — Funeral service for Mrs. Dorothy Ford, age 91, will be 10 a.m. on Saturday March 16, 2019, at Brazzel/Oakcrest with Bro. Stan Paris and Lane Garner officiating. Burial will follow in Corinth Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Brazzel/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope. Online register: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.
–––––❖––––– HOPE — Delia Retana Moreno, 40, of Hope, passed away Friday, 3/8/2019. Vigil Service held Wednesday, 3/13/2019 at Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home Hope, Arkansas. Funeral Mass was Thursday, 3/14/2019 at Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church Hope, Arkansas under the direction of Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home. Sign our online guestbook at www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes.com.
–––––❖––––– JOHNSVILLE — Shirley ‘Meme” Cotham, age 74, of Johnsville, Ark. died Saturday, March 9th, 2019 at the Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Ark. Graveside services 2 p.m. Friday, March 15th at Oakland Cemetery in Monticello. Burial Oakland Cemetery by Frazer’s Funeral Home. www.frazerfuneralhome.com.
–––––❖––––– KEISER — Betty Carolyn Smith, 85, of Keiser, passed away March 13, 2019 in Little Rock, Ark. She was born March 11, 1934 to Albert Milton and Lula Ann Miller. She was a Homemaker and a member of Keiser Methodist Church. She is survived by her son: Mike (Sandra) Smith of Keiser; daughter: Diane (Michael) Brooks of Little Rock; grandchildren: Justin Smith, Murphy Smith, Morgan Taylor, Corbin Smith, Damon Brooks and James Smith; and sister: Marsha Midkif of Virginia. She is preceded in death by her husband: J.D. “Hoss” Smith; son: Victor Wade Smith; parents; brothers: Ralph Miller, Owen Miller, Bill Miller, Bob Miller and Ronnie Miller; and sister: Elaine McCoy. Visitation will be Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Roller-Swift Funeral Home, with Memorial Service following at 4 p.m. Online guestbook: www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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LAKE VILLAGE — DeEtte Yancy, 70, of Lake Village, Arkansas died March 12, 2019. Visitation 1-2 p.m. March 16, 2019 at Eudora Baptist Church, Eudora, Ark. Funeral Services will follow at 2 p.m. at the church. Burial Oakland Cemetery, Monticello, Ark. Arrangements made by Griffin-Culpepper Funeral Service, Lake Village, Ark. Online guest book www.griffinculpepper.com.
–––––❖––––– MALVERN — Carolyn Lawrence Batts, age 80, of Malvern, died Wednesday, March 13, 2019 in Hot Springs. She was born on July 7, 1938 in Hot Spring County to the late Otho Roy Lawrence and Florence Ruth Coston Lawrence. Reared and receiving her early education in the Malvern
Public Schools, she attended
Hendrix College, and earned her
BSE and MSE degrees from Henderson State Teachers College. Carolyn retired as an elementary school teacher after 43 years. During her career she taught at Glen Rose, Prattsville, and Malvern elementary schools. She was a member and past treasurer of the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association. Carolyn was also a faithful member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She enjoyed growing beautiful flowers, traveling, crocheting, and doing cross stitching. Carolyn was a doting mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was also fond of her “kitty cats”, and over the years, was a loving mother to many coddled felines.
Carolyn is survived by her husband of nearly 61 years, James Edward Batts, to whom she was married on June 10, 1958 in the First Methodist Church in Malvern; by her children, Ruth Ann Batts Farrimond (Matthew Raborn) of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Roy Bruce Batts (Nancy Koon) of Haskell, Arkansas; grandson, Seth Jarrod Batts and his wife Samantha; granddaughter, Grace Marie Farrimond; great-grandchildren, Lilly and Sophia Batts; nephew, Richard Means and his son, Nathaniel Means; sister-in-law, Anne Bell; brother-in-law, Judson Batts, and her kitties, Wiggles and Britches. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Marie Lawrence and Florence Hazel Means.
Visitation at St. Paul United Methodist Church will begin at 1 p.m. Friday afternoon, March 15, 2019, followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. Dr. F. Gladwin Connell and Reverend Ryan Bachuss will lead the service. Memorials may take the form of contributions to St. Paul United Methodist Church, or the Malvern Senior Center. Arrangements are under the direction of J.A. Funk Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent via jafunkfuneralhome.com.
–––––❖––––– MELBOURNE — Christopher Tedeschi, 50, of Melbourne, died March 4, 2019. Funeral service will be Monday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at Eddie’s Family Funeral Home. Burial will be at Knob Creek Cemetery.
–––––❖––––– MONTICELLO — Jimmy Eugene Orrell, age 85, of Monticello, passed away Tuesday, March
12, 2019 at the
Woods Nursing & Rehab in Monticello.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March
16, 2019 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial in Rash Cemetery. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
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PINE BLUFF — Mr. Jessie Lee Bell Sr., 81, of Pine Bluff passed Thursday, March 7, 2019. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 16th at Brown Funeral Home by Rev. Johnny L. Morton. Internment in Bethleham #2 Cemetery Yorktown by Brown Funeral Home. Visitation: Friday, 6-7 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home. www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.
–––––❖––––– PRESCOTT — Funeral for Bobby Joe Martin, 10 a.m., Friday, March 15, 2019 with visitation one hour before at Brazzel/Cornish Funeral Home in Prescott. Officiating Bro. Tom Mitchell and Bro. Perry Johnson. Burial Deanne Cemetery in Prescott. Arrangements are with Brazzel/Cornish The Funeral Home of Prescott, Ark., Eddie Brazzel, Director. Online registry: www. brazzelfuneralhomes.com.
–––––❖––––– SAFFELL — Geraldine Parsons, 85, of Saffell, died Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Graveside services, Friday, March 15, 2019, at 10 a.m., at the Hopewell Cemetery at Cord. Arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service of Batesville. Visitation will be Friday, March 15, 2019, from 8:30 until 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
–––––❖––––– SEARCY — Robert W. Lassiter, 54, of Searcy, passed away March 12, 2019. He was born January 29, 1965, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Bobby Darrell and Wanda Inez Lewis Lassiter. Entombment Funeral Service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019, at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Searcy, Arkansas. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/searcy.
Out-of-state
TEXARKANA, Texas — Graveside service for J.B. Ingram Jr., 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019, at DeAnn Cemetery Prescott with Bro. Stan Paris officiating. Visitation 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2019, at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements by Brazzel/Oakcrest The Funeral Home Hope, Eddie Brazzel Director. Online register: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.