DEATHS TODAY

TAMMY ANN (SEPULVADO) MORTON

October 27, 1960 – December 6, 2020

Tammy Ann (Sepulvado) Morton, born October 27, 1960 in Ruston LA, passed from this life on December 6, 2020 at Chr istus St. Michael Health System in Texarkana TX. She was 60 years old.

Tammy is preceded in death by her father Frank Leonard Sepulvado. She is survived by her mother Oma Jean (Jones) Sepulvado of Marshall TX; daughters Amanda Ann Sepulvado of Shreveport LA, Lacey Farrington and husband Matthew of Hooks TX, and Melinda Rochelle Francis of New Diana TX; sisters Paula Lee Matters and husband Tom of Dallas TX, and Amy Ellis and husband James of Marshall TX; grandchildren Hunter King, Tia King, Victoria Foster, Jonathan Foster, Peighton Telano, Preston Telano, Julianna Foster, and Benjamin Farrington; and great-grandchildren Kylo King and Keanu King.

Tammy dearly loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is remembered as a hilarious woman and was always the life of the party. She had a huge, generous heart and a passion for helping people and animals alike. She adored her fur babies Annabelle and Little Bit. Tammy will be deeply missed by those whose life she has touched.

An indoor/outdoor celebration of life gathering will be held in Tammy’s honor on Sunday, December 20, 2020 from 2pm to 5pm at her mother’s home located at 466 Bailey Cutoff Road in Marshall TX.

Tammy Ann (Sepulvado) Morton is being cremated under the direction of Queen City Funeral Home.

STEVEN RAMSEY

Steven James Ramsey, 63, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. He will always be remem - bered as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and servant of the Lord.

Steve was born on December 23, 1956, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The funeral service will be held at noon on Monday, December 14, at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 340 N.E. Stallings Dr., in Nacogdoches. Interment will follow at Blackjack Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heartbeat Pregnancy Center, 619 Russell Blvd., Nacogdoches, TX 75965, one of Steve’s favorite ministries.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of Cason MonkMetcalf Funeral Directors.

GARY PICKETT

Gary Pickett age 66, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord Friday, December 11, 2020, in a Texarkana, Texas hospital.

Gary was born December 13, 1953, in San Diego, California to Edward and Dollie Grace Pickett. He was a Maintenance Forman at Domtar for 28 Years; and was a member of Gideon’s International. Gary spent many hours working for the Lord and being faithful to church. He was a member and deacon at Cathedral Heights Church of the Nazarene in Texarkana, Ar. Gary loved to fish and had a special fishing buddy Ron Upshaw.

Survived by: wife, Kay Pickett of Texarkana Arkansas; sons: Kerry Pickett and Diane Hargrave of Texarkana, Texas, Russell Pickett and Amanda Weatherford of Fouke, Ar; grandchildren, Madelyn Adams of Bentonville, Arkansas, Endsley Pickett of Longview, Texas, Ilea Pickett of Longview, Texas, Bentley Pickett of Fouke, Arkansas; brother and sister in law, Larry and Reika Endsley of Bloomburg, Texas; and a number of other relatives

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Monday, December 14, 2020 at Hanner Funeral Service, with Bro. Samuel Nuckels and Bro. John Hodson officiating.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Hanner Funeral Service.

Interment will be in Bethsaida Y Cemetery.

Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuneralservice.

MARY MCELHANEY

Mary Katherine McElhaney, 79, of Queen City, TX passed away December 11, 2020 in a local nursing home. Mrs. McElhaney was born October 25, 1941 in Noble, OK. She was a member of First United Methodist Church , Atlanta, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Duncan McElhaney.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Dale Endsley of Bivins, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Lori McElhaney of Austin, TX; sisters and brothers-inlaw, Pat and Acey Holmes of Marshfield, MO and Shirley LeJeaune of Marshfield, MO, Janet Maldonado of GA and Ozell Cochran of OK; grandchildren, Katherine and Jason Forrest of Flint, TX, Valerie and Ryan Satterwhite of Austin, TX, Melissa and Joshua Eaves of Texarkana, TX and Matthew and Candice McElhaney of Austin, TX; great grandchildren, William Forrest of Flint, TX, Andrew Forrest of Flint, TX, Savanna Satterwhite of Austin, TX and Sarah Forrest of Flint, TX , Lucy McElhaney and Clare McElhaney both of Austin, Texas; plus numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of East Funeral Home - Downtown.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service in the near future.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to Heritage Hospice or Gideons International.

Condolences may be made at www.eastfuneralhomes.com or www.facebook.com/ eastfuneralhome.

DANNY TURNER

Danny Ray Turner, age 70, of Hope, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born July 25, 1950 to AZ and Va ldean Cobb Turner.

Danny was a Vietnam Veteran , logging contractor and babys itter of grandchildren, which he loved doing so that he could “Coach” them in things they needed to know about life and everyday living. Danny also loved to fish, hunt, and tell a “Short Story” every now and then.

He is preceded in death by his parents and older brother, Dennis Turner.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Knoll Turner; one son, Paul Turner of Dallas, Texas and his children, Trae, Austin and Hayden; his daughter, Jennifer Anderson and husband Kirk of Gulf Breeze, Florida and their children, Will, Rachel and Georgia; daughter, Amy Knoll and her children, Jace and Sadie of Hope, Arkansas; one brother, Terry Turner and wife Rita of Hope and their children Mandy and Jeff; two sisters in law, Tina Turner and Kathy Davis; brother in law, Mike Sinyard and wife Kit of Lebanon, Tennessee and a host of family members he stayed in close contact with.

We would like to thank all the family and friends that helped with anything and everything at any time while Danny was sick, it will not be forgotten.

Due to COVID the services are for family only, for your safety and the families. Graveside service will be 10:00am Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Huckabee Cemetery. Longtime friend of the family Charles Jones will officiate under the direction of Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home Hope.

We also invite you to express your public condolences at www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes. or private Letters of Love at www.herndonfuquafuneralhomes.com/ page/letters-of-love.

BRENDA LAGRONE

Mrs. Brenda J. LaGrone, 69, of Stamps, AR, died December 7th. Graveside service will be Monday, December 14th, 11 a.m. at Lakeside Cemetery, Stamps, AR. R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC, Magnolia, in charge.

MONDAY

CAROLYN CARVER

Carolyn Sue Carver, 75, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2020.

Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Falls Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church, with burial in Falls Chapel Cemetery.

Online condolence: www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

MARY JACKSON

Mary Florence Jackson, 71, of Texarkana died on December 4, 2020 in Dallas. She was born on August 29,1949 in Texarkana, AR. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Ben Lomond, AR.

She was a member of UDC, DAR, Colonial Dames and War of 1812. She was also a member of the Little River Genealogy Society, Little River Historical Society where she served as a Trustee and Ashdown Alumni Association. Her hobbies included playing the piano and genealogical research.

Preceded in death by her parents Joel Mills Jr. and Bernice Crawford Mills; two brothers John Thomas Mills and Joel “Buddy” Mills III.

She was survived by her husband Jack Jackson of Texarkana; two sistersDonna Mills of Ashdown, AR., Cindy Mills of Ben Lomond, AR. and one brother and sister-in-law Sonny and Brenda Dodson of Texarkana. Two nieces Amanda (Aaron) Neill of Houston, TX and Kimberly (Billy) Hatridge of Ben Lomond, AR; Six nephews Paul Mills of Las Vegas, NV., Scott Mills of Ashdown, AR., Craig (Natalie) Mills of Mansfield, TX., Joey Mills of Ben Lomond, AR., Brett (Channon) Dodson of Texarkana and Robert (Stacie) Dodson of Texarkana. In addition to several great nieces and great nephews, Mrs. Jackson leaves behind other relatives and many many friends.

Graveside funeral service will be 2 P.M. Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Ben Lomond Cemetery with Rev. Billy Hatridge officiating.

Visitation will be Monday, December 7, 2020 from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. at East Funeral Home- Moores Lane.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ben Lomond Cemetery, P.O. Box 25, Ben Lomond, AR. 71823.

The family asks due to Covid-19, that all be safe and wear your mask!

Condolences may be left at www.eastfuneralhomes.com.

MAGGIE LOVEN

Maggie L. Loven, age 88, of Atlanta, Texas, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, December 5, 2020, in an Atlanta, Texas hospital.

Magg ie was born, September 15, 1932, in Mexia, Texas, to Calvin and Rosa Lee Piearce. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Queen City and worked as a bank teller for over 10 years at Atlanta National Bank. Even though Maggie worked outside the home, she was primarily a devoted and faithful preacher’s wife. She taught Children’s Sunday school for years, but her love was going and serving the shut in’s of the church. Maggie also loved cooking, sewing, and watching her hummingbirds. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bro. Ollen Loven, two brothers, and one sister.

She is survived by her son, Marshall Loven and wife Debbie of Red Hill, Texas; two daughters, Vicki Welsh and husband Jim of Australia, Debbie Tong and husband Steve of Atlanta, Texas; seven grandchildren, Marsha Hocutt and husband Mickey, Jessica Dalrymple and husband Brian, Melissa Kimble and husband Tommy, Grace Welsh, Alex Welsh, Ashley Hill and husband Joseph, Megan Farmer and husband Kevin; thirteen great grandchildren, and a number of nephews, nieces, and other relatives.

Graveside services will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at Queen City Cemetery, under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service, with Bro. Ron Reimar officiating.

Visitation will be from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at Hanner Funeral Service.

Interment will be in Queen City cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church, Queen City

Building Fund, Vison 2020, 206 Marietta Street, Queen City, Texas 75572.

Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuneralservice.

TUESDAY

JAMES MASON

James Norman Mason, known to most as “Norm” passed away on December 3 from complications from an injury incurred on October 31st. Born November 29, 1939, the middle child of Norman Hugh and Ruby Burgess Mason, he graduated from Bradford High School in 1957 and went on to enlist in the Air Force in 1958. He served in Korea as an air traffic controller and began his lengthy broadcasting career working at the radio station on base. After the military, he attended the Sarasota School of Broadcast Engineering in Florida obtaining a degree in Broadcast Engineering. Norm was well- known in the Broadcasting industry throughout the Arkla-Tex area serving as a Consultant and Chief Engineer for multiple stations in the four states area. He later moved into station ownership where he impacted the careers of other broadcast hopefuls giving many their first opportunities as on-air personalities. Norm is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Dean Mason.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Katy Watson Mason; his sister, Louise Mason of Conway, Arkansas; Two daughters, Kelli Jones and husband Stuart Jones of The Colony, Texas, Kimberly Garrison and husband Michael of Midlothian, Texas; One step-daughter, Melissa Hicks of Texarkana; Grandchildren: Danielle Whaley, Miranda Etkind, Aliza Etkind, Samuel Etkind, Madalyn Gathright and Two great grandchildren: Emersyn and Breck Whaley.

Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at BRAZZEL/Oakcrest Funeral Home, 1001 South Main Street, Hope, AR. Services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 9, 2020 in the BRAZZEL/Oakcrest Chapel with Rev. Jerry Westmoreland officiating. Burial will follow in Bradford, AR. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of BRAZZEL/ Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope. Online condolences: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

THOMAS WHITFIELD

Thomas Ray Whitfield 59 was born July 11, 1961. Passed away November 28, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.

Survivors: Three sisters) Aundra Whitfield of Houston, Tex., Marilyn Cole, of Dallas, Tex., and Barbara (John) Lewis of Shreveport, La.. (Two brothers) Darrlye Whitfield and Freddie (Gwen) Spignor of Linden, Tex.. Two nieces, four nephews, two great nieces, three great nephews, aunts, uncles, and many friends.

Graveside : Wednesday December 9, 2020 at 1pm, Sunrise Cemetery, Hwy. 125 Linden, Texas 75563.

Visitation: Tuesday December 8, 2020 12p-5p at Linden Funeral Home.

Note: Social distancing and safety protocols will be followed. Face mask and temperature screening are required during visitation.

PAT MARBUT

Patricia Hammonds Marbut (Pat) of New Boston, TX passed away December 5, 2020 at her home. She was 77 years old.

Pat is survived by her husband of 60 years Little John, her daughter Gayla Jordan and fiancé Riley Carper, her son and daughter-in law Dan and Tonya Marbut. Grandchildren that help her whole heart Dayton Marbut, Taylor Marbut, Dani Jordan, Mason Marbut and Aydan Marbut and a beautiful great granddaughter Hallie Marbut. Sister and brother-in-law Judy and Jerry Templeton of Hooks, Phil and Sherry Marbut of New Boston Texas, Chris Marbut of Texarkana and Marsha Marbut of Bossier City LA. A soul sister and lifelong best friend Sheryl Linthicum and her husband Ralph of Joshua TX and very special friend Gene Sosbee of Naples and numerous family and friends.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents: Olene and Winfred Hammonds of New Boston, Chester and Epise Marbut of Hooks and a brother-in law Perry Marbut and nephew Phillip Marbut.

Pat held a deep love for life, family and friends, a passion for cooking and the biggest fan of Elvis. She was happiest when her house was full and she was cooking to feed. She answered to Nonna with love and pride to not only her Grandchildren but all their friends as well.

Services will be held Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. in the Bates Rolf Chapel, New Boston with Bro. Steve Minter and Tim Graham officiating. Interment will be in Chapelwood Memorial Gardens, Nash Texas under the direction of Bates Rolf Funeral Home.

GERALDYNE ADAMS

February 1, 1929 - December 5, 2020

Geraldyne “Boots” Adams of College Station has passed away. A funeral service was held in Bryan, Texas with interment in Palestine, Texas. Arrangements with CallawayJones Funeral & Cremation Services.

OLLIE WALKER

Arrangements are pending with R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC of Magnolia, AR, for 58 yr. old Ollie James Walker of Waldo, AR, who passed away Sunday, Dec. 6th, at his home.

WEDNESDAY LUCY MYERS

Lucy Pearl Capps Myers, age 88, of Marietta, Texas, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 in Plano, Texas. Lucy was born March 4, 1932 in Marietta, Texas to Amos Alonzo Capps and Maude Mae Hancock Capps.

Lucy was a member of New Hope Seventh Day Adventist Church in Marietta. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, jigsaw puzzles, word puzzles, reading, working in her yard, and spending time with her family. Lucy also enjoyed cooking, and everyone loved her chocolate pies. Lucy was always willing to help anyone in the community or her family.

Lucy was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. “Chick” Myers; her parents; several brothers and sisters; and one great-grandson, Caleb Moses Dyess.

Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Vicki Myers of Denton,

Texas; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Judy Schmidt of Marietta, Scarlet and Stacy Flanery of Maud, Texas, and Elizabeth and Rick Muscatel of Hurst, Texas; three brothers and one sister-in-law, Calvin Capps of Marietta, Buford Capps of Marietta, and Morris and Patsy Capps of Pittsburg; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Kay and Don Kelley of DeBerry, Texas and Peggy and Glenn Bellamy of Naples, Texas; seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Harrison Funeral Home in Naples with Ernesto Illingworth officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Marietta. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the funeral home, prior to the service.

In light of the current health situation, masks will be required.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Hope Cemetery, c/o Judy Fincher, 120 CR 2578, Naples, TX 75568.

MAXINE KENNEDY

Maxine Kennedy, 88, of Nash, Texas was born November 6, 1932 in Junction City, Arkansas to C.D. and Essie Godfrey . She transitioned on December 3, 2020 at her home.

Mrs. Kennedy became a member of the Leary Chapel Baptist Church in Hooks, Texas at an early age. She was once the Mission President and held many offices in the church. She was a neighborhood mother to all. She served on the City Council of Nash for 14 years, as well as a term as Mayor Pro-tem.

Mrs. Kennedy was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Bobby Godfrey, Robert L. Godfrey and Richard Godfrey; two sisters, Margaret Sharp and Marie Banks; grandson, Gregory Kennedy; and one granddaughter, Tasha Renee Kennedy.

She leaves to mourn: her husband of 71 years, Robert Kennedy; her only son, Cedric Kennedy (Berneice); her six daughters, Diane Kennedy, Barbara Brooks (Bobby), DeLores “Pie” DeVose, Sherrilynn Jackson (Donald), Shelia Starks and Margaret Lewis; one loving brother, Tyrone Godfrey of Dallas, Texas; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Viewing for Mrs. Kennedy will be 2:30 - 4:30 PM Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Haynes Mortuary. Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens. Online registration is available at www.haynesmortuary.com.

JAMES RHOADES

James Harmie Rhoades, age 97, of Wake Village, Texas, died Monday, December 7, 2020, in a local hospital.

M r . Rhoades was born at home in Franklin County, near Mt. Vernon, Texas and was proud to have played football for the Mt. Vernon Tigers. He was retired from Red River Army Depot and enjoyed time on his farm and raising cattle. Mr. Rhoades was a member of Hardy Memorial United Methodist Church and the Maud Masonic Lodge No. 859 for more than sixty-five years.

He and his wife, Irma Johnson Rhoades, were married on October 23, 1947, at Cleveland Street Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas and were married for seventywonderful years.

Mr. Rhoades is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie T. Rhoades and Elsie Booth Rhoades, two brothers, Dennis Rhoades and Archie Rhoades and two sisters, Oleta Rhoades Floyd and Mattie Lou Rhoades Frerichs.

He is survived by his wife, Irma Rhoades of Wake Village, Texas; two daughters, Judy Westerman of Texarkana and Jane Bradshaw and her husband, Greg of Texarkana; one granddaughter, Brandy Griffis; two great-granddaughters, Brittny Pickens and husband Dakota, and Gracie Griffis; and one great-great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Pickens.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Thursday, December 10, 2020, at Hardy Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Patrick Evans officiating. Entombment will follow in the Bell Tower Mausoleum in Chapelwood Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 AM Thursday at the church, prior to the service.

Online registration is at www. chapelwoodfuneralhome.com.

REBECCA LAUFENBURGER

Rebecca Evalyn Laufenburger 34, of Bloomburg, TX was born October 30, 1985 in Scottsdale, AZ. She passed on Sunday , October 25, 2020 at Christus St. Michael’s Health System, Texarkana, TX.

She was preceded in death by her Father, Jim Laufenburger, Mother, Leslie Powell and Brother, Glen Laufenburger.

She leaves to cherish her memories: One Son, Carter Laufenburger of Atlanta, TX., One Daughter, Makayla Pullman of Texarkana, TX, One Sister and BrotherIn-Law, Larissa and Lupe Hernandez of Tomball, TX. Grandparents: Jackie and Tom Monzingo of Hot Springs, AR, and Step-Father, James Powell of Bloomburg, TX.

CHARLIE HARRIS

Charlie R. Harris, age 85, of Linden, Texas went to be with the Lord, Monday, December 7, 2020, in an Atlanta, Texas hospital. Charlie was born June 30, 1935, in Linden, to J. R. ( Jim) and Charlie Mae Crow. She was a member of the Linden United Methodist Church and was owner/operator of Capitol Florist for over 25 years. Prior to owning Capitol Florist, Charlei worked at Benny’s Dress Shop as a sales consultant and buyer. She started working at Benny’s Dress Shop while still in high school. She graduated from Linden High School where she was active in the band. Charlie was drum major all four of her high school years. She loved and supported the Linden-Kildare Tigers all of her life.

Charlie’s love of music and performing carried over into her adult life. She loved and supported Music City Texas for many years. She volunteered as the door greeter. She loved to welcome everyone to Music City Texas and give them a big hug.

Charlie was a wife, a mother, a daughter, and a friend. The highlight of her day was spending time with friends and family. She truly never met a stranger. If you had a few minutes she would tell you all about Linden, the town she loved so much, and all about the wonderful people who lived there.

She is preceded in death by her parents, J.R. (Jim) and Charlie Mae Crow; her son, Brad Harris; one grandson, James Reece Harris; one sister, Marsha Reece Crow; one sister-in-law, Pat Harris; and two brothers-in-law, Raymond Harris and Neal Birmingham.

She is survived by her husband, Lewis Kerlin Harris of Linden, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Bernadette Harris of Linden, Texas; one grandson, Brian Quaid and wife Jeanna of Sims, Texas; one great-granddaughter, Jacee Quaid of Linden, Texas; one sister-inlaw, Joan and Bob McCord of Atlanta, Texas; one brother-in-law, James Harris of Linden, Texas; and a number of nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the Linden Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home with Pastor Kelly Krone officiating. There will be a walk-thru visitation Wednesday, December 9, 2020, from noon until 5 p.m., at the funeral home where the registry book will be available for signatures.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the Linden United Methodist Church, p.o. box 338 Linden, TX 75563 or ALSAC/ St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

An online guest book may be signed at www.reeder-davis.com.

GLENN PARKS, JR.

It is with great sadness, that the family of Glenn A. Parks, Jr. of Lewisville, Arkansas announces his passing on Sunday , December 6, 2020. Born on October 28, 1940, he was the son of Glenn A. Parks Sr. and Delilah Powell Parks. He lived the majority of his life in Lewisville and Hope where he was beloved by all.

Glenn was a graduate of Harding University obtaining degrees in Theology and Foreign Language. In his early life, he pastored the Church of Christ in Kaufman, Texas. Upon his return to Arkansas, he worked for his father at Parks Products and later founded Parks Title Company.

He was an outdoor enthusiast and loved hunting, gardening, and nature. He is preceded in death by his parents, Glenn A. Parks, Sr., Delilah Powell Parks and sister Modena Parks Jester. He leaves behind one sister, Patricia Parks McClendon, and three children, Dr. Greta Parks, Lana Parks Davis, attorney, husband Gary Davis, Caleb Parks and wife, Suva Parks. He will be forever remembered by four grandchildren, Hilary Herndon, Samantha Davis Harrington, Caroline Parks, Olivia Parks, and four great-grandchildren, Parker and Penelope Chunn, Delilah Parks, and Judah Harrington.

His children wish to express their thanks and gratitude to Autumn Wind and Encompass Health for their care and compassion for their father during his final days. The family also extends a warm thank you to his friend and caregiver, Tony Peterson, among others.

A funeral service in memory of Glenn will be held on Thursday, December 10 at 2p.m. at the A.O. Smith Funeral Home in Stamps, Arkansas, with Reverend Jamie Knighton officiating. He will be laid to rest alongside his parents and family at the Wilson Cemetery in Lewisville, Arkansas.

GLADYS CARRIGAN

Mrs. Gladys Narvell Carrigan, 91, of Ozan passed on Sunday in Texarkana, Texas. Graveside service will be 2pm Thursday, December 10 at Washington Cemetery in Washington. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

MILDRED WRIGHT

Mrs. Mildred Wright, 73, of Magnolia, AR, who passed away Tuesday, December 8th, at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, AR. Arrangement pending with R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC of Magnolia, AR.

OLLIE WALKER

Ollie James “Big O” Walker, 58, Waldo, AR, died December 6th, at his home. Graveside service Thursday, 11 a.m. at the Plainview Cemetery in Magnolia. R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC, Magnolia, in charge.

MELVIN MORTON

Melvin Keith Morton, 78, Lewisville, AR died December 5, 2020. Graveside 10, AM Thursday, December 10 at Wilson Cemetery. A.O. Smith Funeral Homes.

THURSDAY EDNA DALE DAVIS

JACKSON

Edna Dale Davis Jackson of De Kalb, Texas passed away Monday, December 7, 2020 at a Texarkana, Texas hospital. She was 93.

Mrs. Jackson was born the twelfth of fourteen children on November 23, 1927 in De Kalb, Texas to John Henry Davis, Sr. and Georgia Pinkham Davis. She graduated from De Kalb High School in 1945. On December 24, 1945, she married Herman Lloyd Jackson. Mrs. Jackson was a retired General Supply Specialist for Red River Army Depot. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of De Kalb, Texas where she belonged to the Challengers Sunday School Class.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Herman Lloyd Jackson; five brothers, Travis Davis, G.F. Davis, Dewey Davis, John Davis, Jr., and Jamie Davis; seven sisters, Ruby Carlton, Ora Bishop, Audrey Dean, Edith Elkins, Christeen Payne, Jesteen Messick, and Vivian Miller.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Jan and John Newman of Paris, Texas; one sister, Jan Purtle and her husband, Herbert of Manor, Texas; one brotherBob Jackson and his wife, Carol of Bedford, Virginia; one sister-in-law, Anne Farris of De Kalb, Texas; two grandchildren, Alicia Puckett and her husband, Sammy of Clarksville, Texas and Chace Murphy of Spring, Texas; five great grandchildren, Colton Puckett and his wife, Shana, Lisanne Fleming and her husband, Travis, Reagan Murphy, Jackson Murphy, and Morgan Murphy; four great-great grandchildren, Reese Puckett, Adalynn Puckett, Jaidyn Steen, and Aubree Fleming; and numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday, December 11, 2020 at Woodmen Cemetery in De Kalb, Texas with Bro. Mike Black and Colton Puckett officiating.

There will be no formal visitation. Friends may come by and sign the register at Bates Family Funeral Home in De Kalb, Texas.

Online registration at www.batesfamilyfuneralhome.com.

FREDDIE BARRETT

Freddie Jo Barrett, 80, Daingerfield, Texas passed December 8, 2020.

Services 3 pm, Sunday, December 13, 2020, ReederDavis Funeral Home, Hughes Springs. Burial in Bradfield Chapel Cemetery. Visitation 6-8 pm Saturday, funeral home.

ROBERT SMALLWOOD JR.

Mr. Robert Smallwood, Jr., 70, of Prescott passed on Tuesday, December 8. Graveside service will be 11am Friday, December 11 at Deann Cemetery in Prescott. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

FRIDAY

MICHAEL LOUIS NEWTON

Psalm 34:18 The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Michael L. Newton left this home for a new and better one on December 8, 2020. He was affectionately known as “the world’s greatest Pawpaw” and “Uncle Pawpaw” by his great nieces. He was an employee of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company and a devout Christian.

Born to George Everett Newton and Theresa Marie Sellers Newton on March 14, 1962 in Houston, Texas. He spent a lifetime of enjoying his favorite sport, baseball. He enjoyed his Houston Astros but cherished his baseball moments with his sons, leaving them with many great memories.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Stephen Craig Newton.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Jane Newton of Simms, Texas, his three sons and two daughters in-Joshua and Miranda of Maud, Texas, Jarrod and Kim of Texarkana, Arkansas and Jacob Newton of Simms, Texas, his most prized possessions, his grandchildren, Kaylin and Kaleb Newton of Maud, Texas, Gavin Cruise and Darby Newton of Texarkana, Arkansas, Michael Newton of Maud, Texas, Haley Newton of Murchison, Texas, Kaylee and Joshua Daniel of Maud, Texas, one sister and brotherShelia and Kerry Golden of Marietta, Texas, one brother, William Newton of Kentucky, his mother-in-law, Doris Jones of Simms, Texas, two brothers and sisters-inlaw, Lenna and Mitch Graham of Simms, Texas, Jason and Cherie Jones of Harlingen, Texas

Graveside services will be at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, December 13, 2020 at Old Union Cemetery, Simms, Texas with Bro. Steve Minter officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Bates Rolf Funeral Home, New Boston, Texas. Visitation will be from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Saturday, December 12, 2020 at the funeral home.

Online registration may be made at www.batesrolffuneralhome.com.

Ted L. Fields, 73, of New Boston, Texas died Monday, December 7, 2020 in Hospice of Texarkana, Texarkana, Texas.

Mr. Fields was born February 28, 1947 in New Boston to the parents of the late Odie B. and Pearlie Forte Fields. He was a graduate of Central High School and Prairie View A&M University where he was a member of the ROTC and Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity. He received a Master’s Degree in Engineering and a second Master’s Degree in Communications. He joined the Airforce after finishing college and served numerous tours in Germany and Korea. During his tours, he received a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do Karate and taught classes in the New Boston and surrounding area upon returning home. He was a former employee of Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant and worked as a Mechanical Engineer. He was a life-long member of the Prosperity Baptist Church under the pastorage of Rev. David Hood where he served on the Trustee Board and the Usher Board.

He was preceded in death by his wife Tae Yon Fields, his parents and two brothers Odie Fields, Jr and Alvin Fields. Survivors include his son Kevin Daniel Fields (Lynette) of New Boston. His most precious moments were spent with his beloved grandchildren, Airman Bishop Fields of Sheppard Airforce Base, grandson Logan and twins Alexia and Olivia of New Boston. Other survivors are his sisters Johnie Ruth Fields of New Boston and Joyce Brown of Hooks, and one aunt Nina Faye Brown of Texarkana, TX and a number of other relatives and close friends.

Viewing will be at Haynes Mortuary, Texarkana, TX on Saturday, December 12 from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens at a later date. Online registration is at www.haynesmortuary.com.

Emma Jean Darden, 74, of Texarkana, Texas, died Sunday, December 6, 2020, in Dallas, TX.

Ms. Darden was born September 9, 1946, in Kiblah, AR. She was a Cook with Chr istus St. Michael Hospital. She was preceded in death by one son, Donnell Carroll.

Survivors include three sons, Derrick (Sheryl) Darden of Texarkana, TX, and Eric (Eula) Darden and Jason Darden of Texarkana, AR; three daughters, Francine Benton and Angel Darden of Texarkana, AR, and Erica (Jose) Castillo of Dallas, TX; three sisters, Betty Jean (Lawrence) Ross of Northridge, CA, and Mary (Ovid) Blackwell and Carol Cummings of Texarkana, AR; and three brothers, Perry (Sherri) Williams and Walter Williams of Texarkana, TX, and Louis Williams of

Doddridge, AR.

Visitation is Friday, December 11, 2020, at 3:00

5:00 PM at Jones Stuart Mortuary.

Services are Saturday, December 12, 2020, at 2:00 PM at New Hope Baptist Church Pavilion, Doddridge, AR, with Rev. Perry Williams, Eulogist. Interment is in New Hope Cemetery, Doddridge, AR, under direction of Jones Stuart Mortuary.

RAY ELLIS

On Wednesday, December 9th, Ray Ellis, 74, of Hooks, Texas, passed away.

Ray was born on September 5th, 1946 in Avery, Texas to Leonard and Virginia Ellis. On May 26th, 1967, he married Tena Moody, and they raised one son, Jason. After Tena’s death, Ray married Donna Hobbs on January 7th 1994. He had a strong work ethic and was always willing to work hard to be successful. After high school, he was a meat cutter and market manager. Ray was known for his efficiency and ability to make meat departments more profitable. Eventually he purchased his first grocery store, and he worked long hours to make it prosperous. At the peak of his grocery career, Ray owned three stores. Before he retired, Ray purchased Mission Tortilla delivery routes and managed them with the help of his son.

He loved humor and always had silly responses available for almost any conversation. Ray was an excellent baseball player when he was young and he loved to watch the Yankees and White Sox play and often criticized the umpires when they didn’t favor his team. He also loved cheesy horror movies and Elvis Presley songs. Most of all, Ray loved his son, Jason, and dedicated his life to him.

Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Tena, his parents, Leonard and Virginia, his brother, Billy, and his sister, Joyce.

He is survived by his wife, Donna, his son, Jason, his brothers, Leon and Bobby, as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 10 AM on Zoom for family members and friends. Local arrangements are under the direction of Bates Rolf Funeral Home, New Boston,

Online registration may be made at www.batesrolffuneralhome.com.

ELMER HILL

Elmer Laverne Hill, 73 passed December 2, 2020. Visitation 4-6 PM Friday, December 11th, Jones Stuart Mortuary. Graveside Service 12 PM Saturday, December 12th at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens with Dr. L. B. George, Eulogist.

ANTHONY HUBBARD

Anthony Hubbard, 48, passed December 3, 2020. He worked in Dietary at Christus St. Michael. Graveside Service 10 AM Saturday, December 12th at Nash Cemetery with Dr. Marilyn Johnson, Eulogist under direction Jones Stuart Mortuary.

Eloise Scoggins- Harris, 79, of Nashville passed on Tuesday. Visitation will be 12-5pm Friday at the funeral home. Graveside service is 11am Saturday at Graves Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

DELOIS THORNTON

Graveside services for Ms. DeLois Thornton will be 11 AM Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under direction of Haynes Mortuary, Inc.

ELAINE ALEXANDER

Graveside services for Ms. Elaine Alexander will be 11 AM Saturday, December 12, 20202 at Arkadelphia Cemetery in New Boston, TX. Arrangements are under direction of Haynes Mortuary, Inc.

SATURDAY

AURELIA ZUNIGA Aurelia Zuniga, age 67, of Atlanta, Texas, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at her residence.

Aure l ia was born September 25, 1953, in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico, to Luis and Cuca Torres. She was retired from the Anthony Saw Mill; and was a member of St. Catherine’s of Siena Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Hilario Zuniga of Atlanta, Texas; two sons, Telesforo, Zuniga and wife Maria of Chicago, Illinois, Luis Zuniga and wife Lucha of Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico; two brothers, Diego Torres of Mexico, Blaz Torres of Mexico; five sisters, Laura Cisneros of Houston, Texas, Ester Guerrero of Mexico, Juana Delgado of Mexico, Dolores Guerrero of Laredo, Texas, Cruz Muniz of Mexico; eleven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a number of other relatives.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am, Monday, December 14, 2020 at St. Catherine’s of Siena Catholic Church; under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service with Father Stephen Duyka officiating.

Visitation will be December 12 and 13, 2020 at the family residence, 401 W. Taylor Street, Atlanta, Texas.

Burial will be in Shady Dale Cemetery.

Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuneralservice.

EARL SMITH

Arrangements are pending with R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC, Magnolia, AR, for 73 yr. old Earl Lee Smith of Magnolia, AR, who passed away Thursday, Dec. 10th, at his home surrounded by loving family.

DHARLENE JONES

Dharlene Jones, age 80, of Annona, passed away, Thursday, December 10, 2020, at her residence.

Services are under the direction of Clarksville Funeral Home.