Pulaski County
RICHARD JEROME BECK JR., 75, Jacksonville, passed away October 3, 2019.
He was born in Harvey, North Dakota on May 4, 1944. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. Survived by his wife of 37 years, Bettie. Arrangements entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, 501-982-3400. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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JAMES WILLIAM CROUCH, 84, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday October 6, 2019. James was born in Brummett, Arkansas on July 28, 1935.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thurman and Allean Crouch; and his step-mother, Jewel Crouch; step-father, Paul Johnson; his son, Paul Alan Crouch; his brother, Joe Crouch; his sister, Betty Maness Munnerlyn; and an infant brother, Eddie Duane Crouch.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Johnie Ruth Crouch; his son, David (Debra) Crouch; his daughter, Phyllis (Mike) Firtik; his brother, Buddy (Ginger) Crouch; his sisters, Deloris White, Violet (Russell) Triche, Debbie Osborne, Lisa (Mark) Guin, Dora (Sam) Perez, Linda (Hank) Crouch; his sister-in-law, Jeannie Crouch; grandchildren, Jonathan (Tara) Crouch, Jessica (Greg) Smelser, Jeffrey (Courtney) Crouch and Matthew Seitz; great-grandchildren, Jake, Bella, Paisley, Easton and Atticus; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
He loved to fish, hunt, play golf and pool and he loved the horse races. He had a very generous heart and always helped anyone in need. Services will be at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, Wednesday, October 9 in North Little Rock with Visitation at 1 p.m. and Funeral service at 2 p.m. Online Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.
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ANDREW THOMPSON (A.T.) DUNLAP, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the age of 95.
A.T. was born on June 30, 1924 in Wrightsville, Arkansas to Nancy Ellen Bunker and Andrew Thompson Dunlap. As a young boy he worked on the family farm and learned about tending crops and hard work. He was a logger and a mechanic for anything with an engine. He was an entrepreneur and had a car lot at one time, founded Little Rock Tile and Marble and Larkin Builders.
A.T. served in the Navy during World War II aboard the U.S.S. Cascade and was deployed to Japan. He was also a proud member of the Masonic Lodge. It was shortly after returning home from the Navy that he married the love of his life, Angelina Zulpo. They were married for an amazing 69 years. He would do anything for his “sweetheart” and cherished her very much.
If there was anything he loved aside from family, it was gardening and fishing. He spent many days tilling his plot and planting tomatoes and other wonderful vegetables. When he wasn’t in the garden you could find him at the river or on the lake fishing for brim or crappie. He loved the time spent with friends while fishing or chatting with others at the county farm garden.
A.T. was a strong patriarch of the family, a man who could always give you sound advice, help anyone who needed it, and would share stories or jokes with you with a twinkle in his eye. He was a member of the Methodist Church and always put his family first and the Christian values he held so deeply were things he made sure to pass on.
A.T. was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Sterling, Floyd, John and Clint. He is survived by his wife, Angelina; son, Brent Dunlap (Nancy); granddaughter, Holly Dunlap; step-granddaughter, Lisa Willits; great-grandson, Landon Queen; and three step-great-grandsons, Hunter (Heidi), Hayden and Zack Willits. He leaves behind many other friends, nieces, nephews, in-laws and extended family.
No finer man shall come after him and all those he left will forever be grateful for the time with him and the knowledge and blessings he left with us. The family wishes to thank the staffs at Premiere Nursing Home and the Arkansas State Veterans Home for their compassionate care.
Visitation will be Wednesday, October 9 at 10 a.m., followed by the service at 11 a.m., at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116 or to Arkansas Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 2222, Little Rock, Ark. 72203-9984.
Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. A.T.’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.
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JOHNNY LYNCH MATTHEWS, 89, of Little Rock passed away October 6, 2019.
She was born July 6, 1930 in Comanche, Oklahoma to the late John and Esther Lynch. Johnny was a homemaker; she loved spending her time with family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid reader, who also enjoyed traveling, bridge, knitting and sewing. Johnny was a long time member of Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock.
She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Steve Matthews and sister, Patsy Askins. Johnny is survived by her husband of 69 years, Bob R. Matthews, daughters, Ann (David) Ingram and Lynda (Jim) Burke, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, sister, Helen Cook.
Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Oak Grove Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Southern Christian Children’s Home at P.O. Box 649 in Morrilton, Ark. 72110. Online Guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway.
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FRANCES MARIE RITTMAN, age 87, of North Little Rock, passed away October 4, 2019.
She was born July 17, 1932, in Slovak, Arkansas, to Joseph Michael Bednar, Sr. and Mary Catherine Bednar. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of over 50 years, Leland Rittman.
Frances was a homemaker who spent her time making sure everyone was fed… the kitchen was never closed.
Frances was a very giving person and always put her family first. She was a devout catholic and a devoted wife and mother. She coached youth basketball in Pine Bluff and volunteered at school and church. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in North Little Rock.
She is survived by daughter, Laura (Jeff) Cantwell of Little Rock; son, Kevin Rittman of Conway; two sisters, Georgia Calliotte of Kansas City and Lucille Bennett of Beaumont, Texas; four grandchildren, John and Jacob Cantwell of Little Rock and Taylor and Brooke Rittman of Conway; and niece, Jamie (Troy) Wilson of Beaumont.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 8, at 6 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, October 9, at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Jack Vu as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church, 211 W. 19th Street North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114. To share a memory of Frances with her family visit www.griffinleggettresthills.com.
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SHIRLEY ADAIR SMITH, 84, of Little Rock passed away September 6, 2019. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 1 p.m. in St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 1000 N. Mississippi St., Little Rock, Ark. 72207, followed by a burial of ashes in the church columbarium. A reception will be held in the Parish Hall at the conclusion of the services. Memorials may be made to St. Mark’s or to the donor’s favorite charity. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
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JOHN MARTIN STANDLEY of North Little Rock passed away on October 6 at the Little Rock VA Hospital surrounded by family. Born in Houston, Texas, on July 12, 1941, to Bob and Jewell Standley, he grew up in Little Rock and graduated from T.J. Raney High School and attended Little Rock College.
John joined the 336th Ordnance Battalion in 1963 and was deployed for 18 months to Vietnam in 1968 to 1969. After Vietnam he proudly served 38 years in the Army Reserve and the Arkansas National Guard until 2001 and retired as a sergeant major. He received many awards including the Army Commendation Medal and the Legion of Merit.
John was active in the Boy Scouts of America and received many honors. As a Scout, he achieved the rank of Star. In 1979, he and Cookie organized Troop 295 in Maumelle where John served as the Scoutmaster for seven years. He continued working with the Quapaw Area Council in many capacities for 40 years and was awarded the District Award of Merit, the Silver Beaver, and the John Fordyce Scoutmaster’s award. He was a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow and received the Koskolakas Award and Vigil Honor. John served on several Wood Badge staffs and the faculty of the Philmont and led contingents on two week backpacking treks there17 times.
Professionally, John was an architectural designer and worked on projects including the Heifer building, the Clinton Library, the UAMS Biomedical Research Center, and the Regions Building.
John was predeceased by his parents and his son Brad Standley. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Cookie Standley; his grandchildren: Greg Standley and Emily Boulton, Tyler Standley and Hannah Knox, and Lauren Standley and Cody Funderburg; his great-grandchildren: John Ryan, Haylee, and (soon) Hudson; daughter-inlaw, Sabrina Standley and Kris Hicks; brother, Wayne Standley and Linda McKillips; sister, Sue Henderson; nieces, Michelle and Gabby Henderson; and furbabies, Lili and Lulu.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 8 from 6-8 p.m. at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 9 at 1 p.m. at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. Burial with military honors following at Riverwood Memorial Gardens, Maumelle. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Quapaw Area Council Boy Scouts of America.
The compassion and care by the doctors, nurses, and entire staff of the Little Rock VA was incomparable. They will always be in our hearts for their kindnesses and service to our veterans. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
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GORDON EUGENE TYER, 92, of Little Rock Died Sunday, October 6, 2019. He was born February 14, 1927 in North Little Rock, Arkansas to Stevenson Eugene and Elva Ednis Tyer. He married Martha Jane Payne in April 1947. While serving the Army Air Corp. in World War II he was stationed in Okinawa. He later retired after 39 years of service with the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. He was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.
Gordon is survived by his wife, Martha Jane, two daughters; Gail Gravitt and Cheryl Brown, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1100 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock Ark. 72211.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 5 to 6 p.m. in Ruebel Funeral Home with a prayer service starting at 6 p.m. in the Chapel. The funeral will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church followed by burial at Roselawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
Arkansas
BEEBE — Rev. Sue Ward, 76, of Beebe died October 4, 2019. She was born January 16, 1943. Visitation: 6–8 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the church. Funeral service: 10 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Old Salem Cemetery, Gravesville, Arkansas. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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BEEBE — Esther J. Williams, 90, of Beebe, Arkansas passed from this life on October 5, 2019.
She was born on August 15, 1929 in Forrest Park, Georgia to the late Olin and Nora Williamson. Esther was a celebrant and counselor for AA for over 34 years; loved swimming and was called the “Fun Aunt” by her many nieces and nephews.
She is also preceded in death by her husband Joe Williams; sons, Richard and Phillip Williams; siblings, Gene and Dorothy and one grandson, Justin Myers. Esther leaves behind her four children, Sherry Emrich (Art), Joel Williams (Linda), Robert Williams and Ellen Myers; 13 grandchildren; one sister, Barbara Brown and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville, Arkansas. In accordance to her wishes she will be placed with her husband at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Arkansas at a later date and time. Her online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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BRYANT — Keith Alsip, 86, of Bryant peacefully entered the Gates of Heaven on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Keith was a wonderful father, companion, friend, and he will be missed more than words can say. He was a veteran and ABF truck driver for 35 years. Keith was a strong Christian and loved his Lord and attended family church in Bryant.
He left two sons, Marty Alsip and his wife Donna, and Mitch Alsip; one grandson, Chance Alsip, all from Fayetteville; and the love of his life, “his sweetie,” Elizabeth Shaw, of Benton.
A Funeral Service will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton. Visitation will begin an hour prior to service time. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/bryant.
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CLEVELAND — Kenneth Ray Kuster, age 46, of Cleveland, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019. He was born June 20, 1973 in Atascadero, California, a son of Allen Kuster and Kim Danett Kuster. He was a poultry preparer. Private services will be at a later date. Online Guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.
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CONWAY — Ronald Spurr, 80, of Conway, Ark., went to be with the Lord on October 2, 2019.
He was born August 31, 1939, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to the late Myrl and Eleanor (Salkowitz) Spurr. Ron was preceded in death by his sisters, Gini and Merle Ann Spurr.
Ron served honorably in the U.S. Navy and had a fulfilling career in newspaper management. He devoted his life to providing the perfect life for his wife and family. He enjoyed golfing, traveling, sports car rallies, and flying. Ron was loved very much by his family, who will dearly miss his dry sense of humor and words of wisdom.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving family; devoted wife of 56 years, Ann Spurr; daughters, D’Anna (David) Williams and Theresa (Brian) Luker; son, Mike (Christina) Spurr; brother, Robert (Elaine) Spurr; 13 grandchildren, Brandon, Ronnie Ann, Brianna, Michael, Miranda, Micah, Gabe, Jasmine, Dylan, Hannah, Nainoa, Savannah, and Maile; two great-grandsons, Drake and Dominic; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Special thank you to grandson, Brandon for being Ron’s personal nurse, physical therapist, chauffeur, advocate, and sidekick for the past three years.
Memorial service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, October 11, 2019, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with private interment to follow. Online guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway.
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CROSSETT — Bonnie Watson, 78, of Crossett died October 6. Survived by four sons, Berry Mills, Steve Kannard, Billy Watson, and Jason Watson. Service will be October 9, 2019, 2 p.m., at North Crossett First Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service. Service entrusted to Cromwell Funeral Home.
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FORMOSA — Farris Gwyn Bonds, age 86, of Formosa, Arkansas, passed away Monday, October 7, 2019 at the Ozark Health Nursing Center. He was born June 17, 1933 at Formosa, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Jewel Bonds, and his brother, Karl Bonds. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Eualaine Bonds, his son, Keith (Bernice) Bonds; daughters; Jan (Ed) Lewis, Marla (James) Vest, and Carole (Doug) Kordsmeier, grandchildren, Lindsey (Anthony) Sierra, Kristin (Adam) Fleming, Kylie (Kya) Rhoda, Lawson (Abigail) Bonds, Ryan Kordsmeier and Allison Kordsmeier, five great-grandchildren; Avery, Ava, Saylor, Sawyer and Joey. He is also survived by his two sisters, June Williams, and Sharron Stephens.
Farris was a member of Formosa Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for more than forty years. He was a lifelong cattle farmer and enjoyed going to the livestock sale on a regular basis. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and time with family. Farris served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. His funeral services will be held at Formosa Baptist Church on Wednesday, October 9th, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Union Hill Cemetery. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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FORREST CITY — Barney Andrew Lawrence Jr., 64, of Forrest City died Monday. Visitation, Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services, Wednesday beginning at 10 a.m. at Loughridge Cemetery of Forrest City. Survivors, three sons, five daughters, one brother, three sisters, 21 grandchildren. thompsonwilsonfh.com 870-238-9400.
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HARDY — Jack Huffmaster Sr., 81, died Oct. 5. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and had served as City Marshal in Hardy and Mammoth Spring. Survivors include wife, Wanda; sons, Jack Jr. and David; brother, Danny; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Graveside services: 1 p.m., Oct. 8, in Highland Cemetery.
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HATTIEVILLE — Lucille Rose Beck, 90, of Hattieville, Arkansas, died Sunday, October 6, 2019. Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 9, at St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial: St. Mary Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Rosary: 6 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, with visitation following at church. Online Guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.
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HOPE — Stanley Ray Burton, age 59, of Hope, Ark., departed this life Friday, October 4, 2019 at John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Little Rock, Ark. Honored Service Provider: McFadden & Hitchye Funeral Enterprises. www.mandhfuneral.com.
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HOPE — Mrs. Emma J. Horn age 88, of Hope, Arkansas passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019 in Hope. Funeral Wednesday, 10/9/2019 at 2 p.m. in Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home with burial at Evening Shade Cemetery, under the direction of Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home. Visitation: Tuesday, 10/8/2019 from 6-8 p.m. at Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home. Guestbook: www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes.com.
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HOT SPRINGS — Jesse Donald Prince, 96, of Hot Springs, a member of the greatest generation, passed away October 6, 2019. Born to the late Albert and August McCowan Prince in DeRoche, Arkansas, his father moved them to Long Beach, California at the height of the Great Depression. The family came back to Arkansas in time for Jesse to finish his school years at Manila High School.
After high school, Jesse travelled between Tennessee, Arkansas, and California. After the outbreak of World War II, Jesse joined the Navy serving on the USS Lawrence in the Pacific.
Shortly after his return stateside, he met the love of his life, Alma Jean Sheffield, on a double date- set up by his sister, Mildred. Jesse and Jean were married on October 12, 1946. For nearly 73 years they shared family, faith, and friendship.
Jesse graduated from Little Junior College before beginning his retail career with M.M. Cohn. It was from Dillard’s that he retired after 34 years of service.
Jesse taught his son, Stanley Prince, the importance of taking life by the handlebars and enjoying the ride. He lived and loved every moment. As Ernest Hemingway observed, “Every man’s life ends the same way. It’s only the details of how he lived …that distinguish one man from another.”
Jesse is survived by his wife, Jean Prince; his son, Stanley Prince; and his daughter-in-law, Dorcas Prince.
A gathering for friends and family will be held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at the Atrium, 2803 Albert Pike Rd., Hot Springs, Arkansas.
A Funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. October 8 at Gross Funeral Home, 120 Wrights Street, Hot Springs, Arkansas. Burial will follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Online guestbook and tributes are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.
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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — Barry Lynn Winningham, 70, of Hot Springs Village passed away October 2, 2019.
He was born in Newport, Ark. and his family relocated to Walnut Ridge,
Ark. in 1965. He was the grandson of the late
Jake and Myrtle Winningham and Delmar and Sadie Goad. Barry was a graduate of Walnut Ridge High School and the University of Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Maudlene Winningham; brother, Ronnie Winningham; step-father, Leon White; two sisters-in-law, Lolly Shaver and Lea Ledbetter. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lynn Winningham, sister and brother-in-law, Beth and Keg Jackson; three nephews, Jake Winningham of Newport, Ark., Adam Winningham, of Huntsville, Texas, and Grac Shaver of Wynne, Ark. He also leaves behind a host of friends from Walnut Ridge, Hoxie, North Little Rock, Little Rock, and Hot Springs Village, Ark.
Services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. Guests may register www.caruth-hale.com.
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MONTICELLO — Sharon Renee Durey, age 56, of Monticello, Ark. died Sunday, October 6th, 2019 at her home. Graveside services 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 9th, at Collins Cemetery by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Burial in Collins Cemetery. Visitation: 6 p.m. till 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 8th at Frazer’s Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.frazerfuneralhome.com.
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MONTICELLO — George Wilbur Hayden, age 42, of Monticello, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019, at UAMS in Little Rock, Ark. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Pleasant Springs Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Pleasant Springs Cemetery. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
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ROSSTON — Opal G. Ingram, age 84, of Rosston, Ark., passed away Friday, October 4, 2019 at her residence with family by her side. Honored Service Provider: McFadden & Hitchye Funeral Enterprises. www.mandhfuneral.com.
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RUSSELLVILLE — Winford Hoover, age 95.5, of Russellville, died Sunday. Funeral Service: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church in Russellville. Burial: 2:30 p.m., Highland Cemetery near Cherry Hill and under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Visitation: Wednesday, 4:30-6 p.m., at the funeral home. Online obituary/ guestbook is available at www.shinnfuneral.com.
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SHANNON HILLS — Bernice Lewis, 80, of Shannon Hills, passed away on October 3rd, 2019. She was born on November 9th, 1938 to parents John Shelton and Sarah Dessie Littrell in Mountain View, Arkansas. A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 10th, 2019 at 11 a.m., with a service to follow at noon, both at Pinecrest Funeral Home (7401 Hwy. 5 North, Alexander, Ark., 72002). Bernice will be laid to rest next to her husband immediately after the service at Pinecrest Memorial Park. An online guestbook will be available at www.PinecrestFH.com.
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TRASKWOOD — Edison Robert Runyan, 92, of Traskwood passed away Friday October 4, 2019. Funeral Services will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, 10/9/2019 at Fairplay Missionary Baptist Church in Benton. Visitation will start one hour prior to the service. Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern, Ark. Guest may leave condolences at www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net.
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TUCKERMAN — Jimmie Woodrow Pretty Sr., 73, of Tuckerman, died Friday. Survivors: wife, Linda Pretty; sons, Jimmie and Donnie Pretty; daughters, Rhonda Heflin, and Monica Lowe; one sister, Mary Kachadourian; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation: Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. Funeral: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Cheshier Cemetery. www.jacksonsfh.com.
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WEST POINT — Minerva Louise “Meme” Sanders, 98, of West Point, Arkansas died Sunday, October 6, 2019. Visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019 in Roller-Daniel F.H. Chapel. Interment at West Point Cemetery. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Searcy.
Out-of-state
CANTONMENT, Fla. — Martha Marsell (Lasley) Harlan, 93, of Cantonment, FL, went to be with her Lord Friday, October 4, 2019. She was born October 18, 1925, in Enola, Ark., to Carl and Nora Lee Henderson. Marsell was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Harlan; grandchildren, Jeffrey Harlan and Douglas Simmons; brothers, Rayburn, Cecil, Elwin, Elvin and Francis Lasley and her parents. Left to cherish her memory is her loving family; children, Donnie (Carolyn) Harlan, Brenda (Bobby) Simmons and Bobbie (Benny) Johnson; grandchildren, Amy (Michael) Corder, Crystal (Billy) Zihala, Rick (Liz) Simmons, Lori Cook, Lanny (Liz) Johnson; thirteen great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren; sister, Martha Sue Farmer. Marsell is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at 10 a.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway, Ark. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 8, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway, Ark. Interment in Crestlawn Memorial Park. Online guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway.
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FORT MYERS, Fla. — Kay Lynn Williams-Smith, age 74, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed from this life on Thursday, October 3, 2019 She was born in November of 1944 in Saline County Arkansas, daughter of the late John and Virginia Williams. Kay Lynn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joe Wayne Smith, sister Barbara Haynes, brother Roy E. “Buddy” Williams, and son John Perry Mangrum.
She loved and cherished her family above all else. Kay Lynn gracefully adorned many hats as a beloved wife and mother, grandmother “GG,” sister, aunt, friend, and mentor. Her love was reciprocated ten fold by those who were privileged enough to cross her life’s path.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Mangrum and husband Peter Miller, her grandchildren John Grayson Miller and Madigan Riley Miller, and her sister, Janice Spann. Other survivors include many adoring nieces and nephews as well as other family and friends who will sadly miss her.
A graveside service will be 11 a.m., Thursday, October 10 at Salem Cemetery in East End Arkansas. In Lieu of flowers, please send gifts to St. Jude Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Arrangements by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.