Obituaries
DEATH NOTICE JEFFERY FRANKLIN TEAGUE II
Jeffery Franklin Teague II, 34 years old, passed away Friday, August 18, 2023, in El Dorado, Arkansas. Arrangements will be under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors of El Dorado.
OBITUARIES BISHOP DR. GEORGE CALLOWAY JR.
Bishop Dr. George Calloway Jr. was the only child born to George Calloway Sr. and Orleanor Calloway on February 24, 1950. Bishop Dr. George Calloway Jr is preceded in death by his parents, George Calloway Sr. and Orleanor Calloway. Bishop Dr. George Calloway Jr left his precious memories to his Wife, Alice Faye Calloway of 50 years, children Tabatha Calloway of Killeen, TX, Shanna Calloway, El Dorado, AR, Tabetha Modica, Little Rock, AR, Demetrius Calloway (Fredia) Monticello, AR, two Goddaughters Allison George, and Kailee Johnson both of El Dorado, AR, adoptive children Kenneth Lowery (Debrah), and June Springer both of El Dorado, AR, special kids and friends of the family: Joseph Ramey, Shamekia Morgan, Bobby White, Chris White, Dorothy Furlough (Bo), and Clark & Denise Smith of El Dorado, AR, nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a host of god-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Public Visitation Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at St. James Baptist Church, Family hour Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at St. James Baptist Church. Funeral Service Sunday, August 20, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. at The El Dorado Municipal Auditorium, interment at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Summerville, La, under the direction of Sims Mortuary. Sign the guestbook at www. simsmortuary.com
ROYALTY GABREYAL GATSON
Royalty Gabreyal Gatson was born on March 12, 2018, to the parents of Desiree Rainey and Arriun Gatson. Royalty was full of laughter, love, and enjoyed life to the fullest. Royalty loved playing video games with her dad, talking on the phone to her mom and aunties, her favorite show was Doc McStuffins, and playing outside with family and friends. Royalty was preceded in death by her grandparents Ozell Rainey, Carol Coleman, Glen Coleman Sr, and Leo Gatson, Uncle Thaddeus Moore. Royalty G. Gatson is survived by her mother, Desiree Rainey, and Father, Arrium Gatson; one brother Darriun Gatson; aunts, Tanisha Rainey, Marshay Wayne, Mariunna Wayne, Arriana Coleman, Lyric Coleman, and Aria Coleman. Uncles Asani Furlow, and Amari Burns, Paternal grandparents Glendale and Cheryl Coleman, Maternal grandparent Rochell Gatson; Grandmothers Trudie Robinson and Frances Gatson; special God-Parent Eriahn Cunningham and a host of family and friends Public Visitation Friday, August 18, 2023, from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at Sims Mortuary. Graveside Service Saturday, August 19, 2023, 5 p.m. at Springhill Cemetery in Marion, Louisiana, under the direction of Sims Mortuary. Sign the guestbook at www.simsmortuary.com
JERRY HENRY
On Friday, August 11, 2023, Jerry Henry departed this life surrounded by his loving family. Jerry is survived by his wife of 38 years, Leytine (Thornton) Henry, his five children Amy, Jason (April), Karla (Hugh), Kyle (Debra), and Raymond (Carrie), bonus son Tim Curry, his thirteen grandchildren Josh
(Brie), Lee (Lyndsey), Maggie,
Zach, Caity, Adrianna, Levi (Taylor), Jacob (Julia), Savannah (Jake),
Abigail (Kyler), Logan, Austin, and
Jaxson, his great grandchildren
Bradleigh, Hendricks, Waylon,
Erin, and his many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, father Ivan Sloan Henry, his mother
Mary Helen (Gardner) Henry, his brother Randy Henry, and his sister
Mary Helen Mahoney.
Jerry was born in Magnolia,
Arkansas on September 19, 1939.
He attended school in Camden and graduated from El Dorado high school in 1957. After high school, Jerry proudly served four years in the United States Marines Corps. As part of his service, he was a member of the honor guard for Senator Ted Kennedy.
Jerry had a distinguished forty year career in the metals industry. His career included leadership positions at DuCommun Metals and Supply, McCormick Steel Company, Kaiser Aluminum, as well as Harvey Aluminum and Martin Marietta. He spent the final years of his career as the General Manager of Vincent Metals in Dallas, Texas. Upon retirement Jerry returned to his beloved Arkansas.
Known lovingly as “Pop,” by our family, Jerry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, son, and nephew. Pop loved every member of our family fiercely just as he loved tending to his home, yard, and gardens. One of his greatest passions was his fan becoming an avid and knowledgeable collector of brass fans from all time periods. Pop’s fanatorium was a world of wonder where our family shared many of our greatest memories.
Pop was a lover of music. He cultivated his passion and talent by playing the drums in a jazz band as a young marine. Pop was an amazing cook, making the most delicious spaghetti and Caesar salad you have ever tried. He grew sturdy trees and strong children with lots of care, water, and sunshine at his home of Mockingbird Hollow.
While our hearts are broken by this great loss, we take comfort in knowing his memory will live on through us and everyone he has met along the way. We will continue forward with his precious memory in our hearts. Every time we feel the breeze or hear the hum from one of his fans, we will know he is with us.
Visitation for Jerry will be Monday, August 14, 2023, 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at the Huttig United Methodist Church in Huttig, Arkansas. Interment will follow at Harper Springs Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home of El Dorado, AR.
Jerry requested that in lieu of flowers donations be made in his name to Arkansas Children’s Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or the Union County Animal Protection Society (UCAPS).
Please visit www.baileyfuneralhome.net to sign the online register book.
DOROTHY JEAN GREER CHRONISTER
Dorothy Jean Greer Chronister, 82, of El Dorado, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at her residence. She was born on September 22, 1940 to Lawson Greer and Dorothy Viola Hambrick Greer in El Dorado, AR. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, her cats, and spending time with her family, especially her kids and grandkids. Dorothy was a member of Calion Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, William “Bill” Chronister; brother, Harold Gene Greer, sisters, Joyce Laverne Hines and Betty Jo Greer. Survivors include her children, Robbie L. Miller Patterson, Robert Brent Miller, Sr. (Joyce), Donald Wayne Miller (Melinda), Linda K. Miller all of El Dorado, Patricia Nichols (Warren) of Thornton, AR, David Lee Miller of El Dorado; three sisters, Linda Clark of Strong, Nancy Capps of Sheridan, and Helen Greer of El Dorado; sixteen grandchildren, and 30 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 21, 2023 in Young’s Chapel with Bro. Wesley Miller officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Arlington Memorial Park under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. Condolences can be expressed at www.youngsfuneralhome.com for the Chronister family.
LINDA KAY DAVIS
Linda Kay Davis, age 79, of Bonham, TX was called home Thursday, August 10, 2023. Linda was born July 22, 1944 in El Dorado, AR to the late A.C. and Mattie Lou Dugal.
Linda was a remarkably kind and generous person - always giving more than what was required and asking for far less than she deserved. She loved easily, forgave quickly, and always tried to see the very best in others. Linda taught elementary school for many years in Harlingen, TX. First grade was her favorite, and teaching children how to read brought her great satisfaction. She also loved the simplicity, innocence, and hope of children’s books and kept many in her own home library. One of Linda’s greatest joys was cooking, and she spoiled those she loved with delectable meals and baked goodies; she spoke often of how fun it would be to own a bakery with her granddaughter. Linda loved to laugh, and her warmth will be greatly missed.
Those left to cherish her memory include: her loving husband of 60 years Jed Davis, one daughter Jamie Henning; two grandchildren Gage Henning and Kaja Henning; two sisters Elizabeth Garrett of Independence MO, and Juanet Gaskin of Strong, AR; one brother Dwayne Dugal and his wife Elizabeth of Strong, AR; as well as a host of extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Strong, AR, interment following at Cane Creek Cemetery.
MARY ANN MELLINGER
Mary Ann Mellinger, 81, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family, Thursday August 10, 2023.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and “granny.” She served the Lord in all things. She had many talents which she used to serve alongside her husband in ministry including playing the piano, sewing, homemaking, and tutoring. Mary spent her entire life becoming more Christ-like; she was a true embodiment of a gentle and quiet spirit. She was loving, caring, thoughtful, a dedicated church member, and a faithful servant to others. Mary had a joy for life that can only be given by Christ alone; she will always be remembered for her sweet smile and contagious giggle.
Mary is survived by her sister, Betty Bubblis (Frank); her children, Keitha Cleveland (Brad), and Tammy Orr (Jeff); her grandchildren, Caleb Nall (Melinda), Adam Nall (Angela), Ben Cleveland, Taylor Castleberry (Adrian), Courtney Martin (EJ), Jacob Orr, and Julia Nall; her great grandchildren Hunter Nall, Coltyn Nall, Connor Nall, Joshua Nall, Joseph Nall, Hailey Nall, and Hanna Nall, and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Tommy Mellinger, her mother and father, Vernon and Mabel Taylor, and her brother, John Taylor.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 18, 2023, at Bailey Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Temple Baptist Church in El Dorado, AR. Interment will be in the Friendship Primitive Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home of El Dorado, AR.
Please visit www.baileyfuneralhome.net to sign the online register book.