Pulaski County
STEM trailblazer ALONZO “AL” ASHLEY transitioned to his heavenly resting place on Friday, October 4th. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Bynum Ashley; step-daughter, Kia Blair (Rick); grandchildren, Joshua and Kiana Blair; brothers, Roland (Mary) Ashley, Wendall (Elaine) Ashley, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ashley received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring and other STEM awards. He created a Summer Science Research program at Stanford University helping thousands of students for 50 years. Viewing: Watson-Northcrest Funeral Home on Thursday, 1-7 p.m., 1801 Maple Street, North Little Rock. Celebration: Thursday, October 10th at 6 p.m., Simmons Bank Auditorium, 601 East Third Street, Little Rock. Funeral services: Friday, October 11th at 10:00 a.m., St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 2501 S. Main Street, Little Rock.
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DWIGHT BINYON has passed away at the age of 69. He was a caring and loving son, brother, uncle, husband, and a great friend. Dwight was a fan of the Beatles and the Arkansas Razorbacks. We all love and miss him and hope he finds peace along the long winding road to Heaven.
Survivors include his mother, June Binyon; brother, Charles Binyon; sister, Lisa Binyon; nephews, John Binyon, Justin Jones, and Matt Debusk; and nieces, Jade Debusk and Ceianna Jones.
A fellow Razorback fan Jade’s husband and family friend along with other family friends, this one is for you, “Woo Pig Sooie!!! Go Hogs!!!” Memorial services will be 12 noon-5 p.m., Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Veteran’s Park Event Center, 508 North Lincoln, Cabot, Arkansas 72023. Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home. (501) 982-2136. www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.
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LARISSA KIM CHIN, 39, of Little Rock has passed away.
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GARLAND WAYNE HAMPTON, 63, of Sherwood transitioned on Sunday October 6, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Charles Andrew and Josie Lee Hampton, two brothers, and a sister. He leaves to cherish his memory, wife; Jacquelyn Richardson Hampton, daughter, grandson, brother, sister and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing Friday October 11th from 12 noon until 5 p.m. at the funeral home’s O.T. Smith Memorial Chapel. Viewing will be Saturday October 12th 121:25 p.m. Funeral 1:30 p.m. both services will be at Union A.M.E. Church 1825 South Pulaski Street in Little Rock. Kelly Smith Funeral & Cremation Services (8424 Kanis Road *501-612-5607) will be serving the Hampton and Richardson families. For more information, sign online guest register, send flowers/condolences/photos and light an “In Loving Memory Of” candle www.kellysmithfunerals.com.
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OMER A. HERT JR., 85, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed from this life on October 7, 2019. He served in both the United State Navy and United State Air Force which he retired from in 1972.
Omer leaves behind his loving wife, Christine; daughter, Kathey D’Amore (Denato); granddaughters, Danielle (Derek) and Dominique (Daniel); two great-granddaughters; brother, Walt Hert and a host of other family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 11, 2019 at 10 a.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville, Arkansas. His online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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BENNIE JAMES HOPKINS, 65, of North Little Rock passed away on September 23, 2019. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 2-4 p.m. at Golden Corral, 5001 Warden Road, North Little Rock, Arkansas. Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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BETTY ANN HOWSLEY, 75, of Scott, Arkansas went to be with the Lord October 7, 2019 surrounded by her family.
Betty was born May 23, 1944 in Moro, Arkansas to the late William and Katherine (Cagle) West.
Betty was a wonderful example of a Christian lady and servant of the Lord. She was a life-long member of Gospel of Peace Tabernacle. Betty retired from Arkansas Cardiology Clinic and then opened her first business, CLP Services, Inc., with her partner, Dan. Betty was a quiet, meek, and humble lady who may have been small in stature but had an enormous impact on others. Her hard work ethic made others think she was a “workaholic”. Betty loved her family more than anything and enjoyed travelling.
Preceding Betty in death are her parents; brother, Larry West; sisters: Alice Lawson and Wilma West; and granddaughter, Summer Michelle Evans. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband, Dan Mooney of Scott, Arkansas; son, Danny Evans and wife Tina of Lonoke, Arkansas; daughter, Cyndi Smith of North Little Rock, Arkansas; three grandchildren: Tiffany Evans and partner TaShonda, Nikki Evans, and Justin Chambers and wife Tasha; five great-grandchildren; and many family members and friends who love Betty and will miss her always.
Visitation will be held from 9-10 a.m., Thursday, October 10, at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. Funeral service, officiated by Phillip Nelson, will follow at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Arkansas Memorial Gardens. Services entrusted to Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
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BEVERLY PHILLIPS, 71, of North Little Rock, Ark., passed away on October 7, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones.
Beverly was born in Springfield, Mo., in 1947 to parents Dale and Betty King. The family moved to Wichita, Kan., where Beverly attended and graduated from Southeast High school. She was employed by Frank Fletcher Industries where she kept books for over 30 years until she retired.
Beverly was known for her big heart, beautiful smile, her sense of humor and infectious laugh. She spent the last years of her life dancing and singing karaoke with the love of her life, husband Bobby Phillips.
Beverly is survived by her mother Betty King; sister, Shari Wildoner; nieces Tasha, Nikki and Brianna; husband Bobby Phillips; her children Lisa Peterson (Trey), Jason Rariden (Karen); stepdaughters, Hannah, Olivia and Brigette Phillips; grandchildren, Shalae Griswold (Kevin), Devin Snyder (Lynn), Austin Rariden (Hannah), Allison Rariden, Lily and Miles Phillips; and great-grandson, Gavin Rariden.
A celebration of life will be held at the American Legion, the date has yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Carti Cancer Center, 8901 Carti Way, Little Rock, Ark. 72205. The family would like to thank Dr. Fant and Dr. Wilder of Carti and Arkansas Hospice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville, Ark. Her online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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FRANCES ELIZABETH REDDIN, 93, of Jacksonville died Tuesday, October 8, 2019. She was born October 27, 1925 in Weldon to the late George Washington Watley and Fannie Elizabeth Carroll Watley. She was a member of Second Baptist Church and was strong in her Southern Baptist faith. She was a hard worker and enjoyed working as the cashier for Little Rock Dodge. Mrs. Reddin was a good friend with a great sense of humor. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Reddin was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Reddin; sisters, Alice Faulkner and Irene Brown and great-grandson, Chase Ward.
Mrs. Reddin is survived by her children, Robin Batterson (Danny Davis) of Beebe, Richard Reddin (Karen) of Hensley and Ronald Reddin (Julie) of Conway; grandchildren, Matthew Reddin, Cristy Woodall and Todd Batterton (Jessica) and great-grandchildren, Gabrial, Asher and Finley (on the way).
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, October 11, 2019 with funeral services beginning at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Park. Please sign the online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.
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DOUGLAS DENNIS RILEY, 76, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life October 5, 2019. He is preceded in death by: spouse, Wylena B. Riley; mother, Susie Riley; father, Joseph Riley Sr.; brother, Joseph Riley Jr.; brother-in-law, Clarence Miller II; son-in-law, Derrick L. Parham.
He leaves to cherish his memory: daughter, Peggy D. Parham; siblings, Margaret Peggy Miller; grandchildren, Marcus Bolden, Alyshia Parham, Derrick Parham II, Braylon D. (Brittnee) Parham, JaVon Johnson; God Son, Brian Patrick; dear friend, Diane Wallace; and a host of other family and friends.
Home going Celebration: Saturday, 1 p.m. both at New Hope COGIC, 12914 Highway 365, LR, Ark. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. MLK Jr. Drive, LR, Ark. (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”
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WILLIAM MICHAEL SCHWARTZ, age 69, of Little Rock, Ark., died Sunday, October 6, 2019 in Hospice Home Care in Little Rock, Ark. He was born August 20, 1950 in Tyler, Texas, a son of the late William John Schwartz and Joyce Eveline Burks Schwartz. He was a long-time hairdresser in Little Rock, where he owned and operated the Summit House Beauty Salon and later owned and operated Plaza Towers Beauty Salon. He graduated from the Coco Beach Beauty College in Florida. He was preceded in death by a brother Larry Wayne Schwartz Sr. and a sister Patricia Ann Schwartz Self.
He is survived by his spouse Daniel Clanton whom he married April 17, 2012. Daniel and Michael had 46½ years together before his death. Also surviving are his sister-in-law Carol Schwartz; nephews, Larry Wayne Schwartz Jr., Milton Emmons Oppen, Christopher Dale Schwartz, and Mark Oppen and a niece, Natalie Schwartz Wells. His sister-in-law, his nephews, and his niece live in Texas.
Funeral service 10 a.m. Thursday, October 10 at Frazer’s Chapel. Burial in Union Hill Cemetery by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Visitation 9 p.m. till service time on Thursday. www.frazerfuneralhome.com. Memorials preferred to Union Hill Cemetery Assoc., 2031 Hwy. 8 South, Hermitage, Ark. 71647.
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MICHAEL ALLEN SEARS, 41, transitioned to his heavenly home on October 5, 2019. Survivors: a brother, Mart Sears; three aunts, Annette Creggett, Pamela Betts and Dazzel Sears; three nieces, cousins and many friends.
One nephew preceded him in death. There will be a visitation on Friday, October 11, 2019, at 6-7 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 372-1305. Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home. Burial is at Zion Grove, Highway 65 N.
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CARL E. VAULT SR., 88, transitioned to his heavenly home on October 6, 2019. He leaves to cherish his memory: sons, Carl E. Vault Jr., Robert L. Vault, Waymon L. Vault, Kenneth E. Vault; daughter, Carla VaultScott. A host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He will lie in state from 9-10 a.m., on Friday, October 11, 2019, at Faith Temple Full Gospel Deliverance Center, 1920 Broadway, Little Rock, Ark. 72206. Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. also at the church.
Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019, at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 3721305. Burial will be at Little Rock National Cemetery.