Texarkana Funeral Home

2023-03-12 -

TUESDAY CHARLES WESLEY MACKEY, SR.

Charles Wesley Mackey, Sr., 83, passed away on Sunday, March 5th, in Texarkana, Arkansas, after a battle with cancer. He was born on June 21, 1939, in Diboll, Texas, to Paul William and Elsie Keys Mackey.

Charles served his country in four enlistments. He joined the United States Navy at 17 and served aboard the USS John Hancock aircraft carrier as a radio and tele-type operator. Those skills later took him to a job in communications at Red River Army Depot for 33 years as well as his next 3 military services. He was in the Texarkana Army Reserve Postal Unit for 3 years, the 223rd Arkansas Air National Guard Combat Communications Squadron for 8 years, and the 917th Communications Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base for 14 years. He retired as a master sergeant at 60 years old. In August 2022, he was honored by the nationwide Let Freedom Ring Quilters with a Quilt of Valor at the Texarkana, Arkansas, American Legion Post 58.

Charles was a member of Beech Street First Baptist Church, Texarkana Arkansas American Legion Post 58, and past president of the Four States Amateur Radio Club.

Charles enjoyed deer hunting, talking on HAM radio, and watching the Cowboys play football. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Charles is survived by Grace, his wife of 60 years, three sons and daughters-in-law, Chuck and Tonja Mackey of Texarkana, Arkansas, Jeff and Jennifer Mackey of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Brett and Barbara Mackey of Texarkana, Arkansas. He was Granddad to 5 grandchildren, Trey (Jessie) Mackey of Mclean, Virginia, Taylor Mackey of Texarkana, Arkansas, Elise Mackey of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Christian (Samantha) Mackey of Texarkana, Texas, and Collin Mackey of Texarkana, Arkansas. He had one sister, Pat Stewart, of Texarkana, Arkansas, and one brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Ann Mackey of Red Lick, Texas. He had many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and 2 special brothersin-law, Orval Stewart, deceased, and Jerry (Verdene) Lingo of Newhope, Arkansas.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Hospice of Texarkana for their care and support during his final days. They would also like to thank his doctors, Dr. Gary Engstrom and Dr. Todd Payne and the nurses and staff of Christus St. Michael’s Oncology clinic located in the Collom and Carney building. Their care and kindness was a godsend during his treatments.

Visitation will be 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, with funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., at Texarkana Funeral Home, 4801 Parkway Drive, Texarkana, Arkansas with Rev. Eric Chaffin officiating. Burial will be at East Memorial Garden.

THURSDAY

DIANN L. PRATER

Diann L. Prater, age 78, of Fouke, Arkansas went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Prater was born November 9, 1944 in Shreveport, Louisiana and was a long time resident of Fouke. She was a retired office manager and a member of Trinity Baptist Church. Mrs. Prater enjoyed sewing and cooking. When it came to cooking her family thought hers was the best. She always made sure there was something prepared for you to eat when you came for a visit. When she went to visit others, she never showed up empty handed, she always had a dish with her. Mrs. Prater was a true Southern Lady and had a giving, loving heart. She always had the most positive attitude, never letting a situation dampen her spirits. Her family was the most important part of her life and she enjoyed nothing more than spending time with them. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a one-of-a-kind lady that will be deeply missed by her family, who held the biggest spot in her heart. She is preceded in death by her parents, Vince and Alva Lee Lafayette; one brother, Ronnie “Doc” Lafayette and one daughter, Lana Wilcox.

She is survived by her loving husband of forty-two years, John Prater; her son, Emerson Wardell and wife, Pornthrip; her daughter, Deanna Dubois and husband, Johnny; three step-daughters, Lisa Callinan and husband, Mike, Stephani Jaudon and husband, Mark, Suzy Shamburger and husband, Dwayne; her brother, Bobby Lafayette; fourteen grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 10, 2023 at Texarkana Funeral Home, Arkansas Chapel with Rev. Wallace Edgar officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday evening from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

LEE ROY HARGUS

Lee Roy Hargus, age 89, of Doddridge, AR, died March 7, 2023, at his residence.

Mr. Hargus was born May 2, 1933, in Dallas, Texas. He retired from Globe Union and was a member of the Ida Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his mother, Kate O’hara Dennington Hargus Douglass, wife Dorothy Hargus; brother, Jesse Hargus; two step-daughters, Cynthia Robertson, and Kimberly Hicks; and one grandson, Ryan Dakoda Brown.

Mr. Hargus moved to Kiblah, AR in 1938 and then to Hooks, TX, in 1940. He joined the Marines in 1950 and served in the Korean War. After being discharged from the military, he settled in California as a Highway Patrolman. He returned to Doddridge, AR, in 1976, where he has resided.

Survivors include four children, Debra Lee (James) Brown of Battle Ground, WA, Jesse Steven Hargus of Portland, OR, Mark M. Hargus of Sacramento, CA, and Mary Hargus of New Boston, TX, five step-children, son-in-law Clay Hicks (Sherri) of Texarkana, AR, Randy (Kelly) Crawford of Nash, TX, Carolyn (Bubba) Clifton of Joshua, TX, Jenetta (Robert) Rayburn of Doddridge, AR, and Sheila (Lance) Brown of Doddridge, AR. 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren also survive him.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M. Friday at the Union Grove Church of Christ Cemetery in Doddridge, AR, with Clay Hicks officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Texarkana Funeral Home, Arkansas.

Online registration is at www. texarkanafuneralhome.com.

FRIDAY CHARLES CROSS

Mr. Charles Lawrence Cross, age 91, of Fouke, Arkansas, went home to be with the Lord on March 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Cross was born June 7,1931, in Fouke, Arkansas, and had been a lifelong resident. He was an employee of the Cotton Belt Railroad and later on retired from Colgate Palmolive. He was also a charter member of New Hope Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Jean Hendricks Cross, his parents Alvie and Aura Mae Cross, two beloved brothers A.G. Cross, and David Cross, one grandson, Nick Cross, and one great grandson, Jackson Cross.

Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Elizabeth Jones of Fouke, Kay and Tom Shirley of Wake Village, Texas, three sons and daughter-in-laws Charles and Ginger Cross of Leary, Texas, Mike and Bonnie Cross of Fouke, Arkansas, Kevin and Chasity Cross of Texarkana Arkansas, one sister and brother-in-law , Mary and Dave Clark, of Fouke, Arkansas, two brothers and sister-in-laws Gary and Brenda Cross of Fouke, Arkansas, and John and Glenda Cross of Fouke, Arkansas, ten grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.

Mr. Cross was an avid historian. He was also an enthusiastic storyteller with a natural talent for embellishment and details. Mr. Cross was a Master Gardener, and he was happiest outdoors; Mr. Cross had a passion for fishing and hunting. He and his wife had loved to travel where he was drawn to the Smoky Mountains over and over and she was happiest at the beach.

A memorial celebration of his life will be at 10:00 AM Saturday March 11, 2023 at the Texarkana Funeral Home, Arkansas Chapel, with Dr. Greg Jones and Josh Jones officiating. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Texarkana.

WILLIS ELLIS SR.

Willis L. Ellis Sr., 90, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away March 7, 2023. Services are 4PM Friday, March 10, 2023, at Texarkana Funeral Home, TX. Visitation is Thursday, from 5 – 7PM at the funeral home.

SATURDAY CHUCK NUTT

Chuck Nutt, age 81, of Texarkana, Texas, died on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Hospice of Texarkana’s Inpatient Care Center.

Chuck was born on August 16, 1941, in Amity, Arkansas. He was a member of Heritage Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Nutt, Sr. and Juanita Nutt; mother and fatherin-law, Lexie and Hollis Lindsey; brother, Bill Nutt, Jr.; and his brother-in-law, Rick Lindsey.

Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Margie “Gigi” Nutt; his wonderful daughter and son-in-law, Monica and Davy Carr; precious granddaughters, Lexi Carr and special friend, Blake Jennings; Lenzi Carr and special friend, Halston Baca; sister-in-law, Pam Lindsey; nephew, Jason Lindsey and family; nieces, Ashley Eddy and family; Jenni Hedrick and family; cousin, Glenda Newton; and many friends.

A Private burial will be at a later date.

“For everything there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven; a time to be born and a time to die; a time to plant and a time to uproot.” Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

Obituaries CHARLOTTE DEPUE

Charlotte Faye Depue, 83, of New Boston died Thursday, February 16, 2023.

Mrs. Depue was born August 19, 1939, in Fouke, AR. She was retired from Red River Federal Credit Union and a member of Old Boston Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Depue.

Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Christine Depue and Susan and Jason Parr of New Boston, Jennifer and Michael Harris of Bellevue, NE; six grandchildren, Ryan, Jamie, and Emory Parr of New Boston, Aubrey Harris of Ruston,la, Raeleigh and Logan Harris of Bellevue, NE, and three sisters, Joye Smith and Cathie Burt of Texarkana, AR and Jetta Riley of West Sacramento, California and a number of other relatives.

Memorial service will be held on Friday, March 17 at 1pm at Cross Power Church, 2470 Boston Ave, New Boston, TX.

Memorials may be made to The Gideons International Bibles.

BOBBE M. WOMMACK

Bobbe M. Wommack, age 94, of Springdale, Arkansas, died Friday, March 3, 2023, in Rogers, Arkansas.

Mrs. Wommack was born September 26, 1928, in Nash, Texas, to William H. and Mozelle (Wright) Mcfaul. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Shreveport, Louisiana and was a homemaker.

Bobbe was an avid bird watcher and a Founding Member of the Shreveport Bird Study Group. She loved playing bridge with the ladies of The Gardens of Arkanshire. She and her husband, Robert, were enthusiastic gardeners and loved working in the garden together.

She instilled in her children the love of the Lord, art, music, and nature. Her family describes her as a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert L. Wommack, Jr., one son, Mark S. Wommack, her sister, Versal Holcombe and brother, W. H. “Buddy” Mcfaul, Jr.

Survivors include two daughters, Debra W. Moxley and husband John of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Rebecca W. Spirlock and husband Stan of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; one son, John R. Wommack and wife, Helene of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one daughter in law, Sharon Wommack; one sister in law, Bettie Jordan, ten grandchildren: Laura Wagner, Amanda Baylor, Krista Thompson, Corey Simmons, Amanda Hice, Jeffrey Spirlock, Drew Spirlock, Stephen Spirlock, Caroline Gadeke and David Wommack; eleven great-grandchildren: Taylor Hice, Brooklynn Baylor, Garrett Simmons, Jackson Hice, Braelynn Baylor, Ty Wagner, Ryan Wagner, Luke Hilgenfeld, Cale Hilgenfeld, Reid Thompson and William R. Gadeke. She is also survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Visitation will be at 10:00 am Saturday, March 18, 2023, with the service starting at 11:00 at Chapelwood Funeral Home, Nash, Texas with Rev. Wallace Edger officiating. Burial will follow at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, any donations may be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 62066, Durham, NC 27715, in memory of Bobbe and Mark Wommack.

JANICE MUSGROVE

Janice Kay Bailey Musgrove, age 76, of Texarkana, Texas, died Monday, February 20, 2023, in a local nursing facility.

Mrs. Musgrove was born June 19, 1946, in Joplin, Missouri to Eddie and Helen (Hammontree) Bailey. She was a homemaker and a member of Williams Memorial United Methodist Church. Janice was a wonderful artist and an avid reader.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Jimmy Musgrove.

Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Donna Perkins of Wake Village, Texas and Jeff and Angie Perkins of Texarkana; four grandchildren, Nikki Skees and husband Rex, Nancy Jo Perkins, Lana Perkins, and Bonnie Perkins; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Linda Murphy and husband Mike of Richmond, Texas, Nancy Lund of Texarkana, and Sharon Sheppard and husband, Robert of Texarkana; one brother Eddie M. Bailey and his wife Sheryl; two nephews, Chris Murphy and Jon Sheppard; two nieces, Rita Bailey and Charlie Bailey; along with other relatives.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Chapelwood Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held by the family on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens with Pastor Jesse Brannen, Williams, Memorial United Methodist Church in Texarkana officiating.

DONNA ALLBRITTON

Services for Donna Allbritton, 58, of Ore City are 2PM Monday at Reeder-davis Chapel, Ore City. Private family burial will follow. Visitation is 4-6PM Sunday, March 12 at the funeral home.

MONDAY LOREITA LYLES JACKSON

Loreita Lyles Jackson, age 87, of Bivins, Texas went to be with the Lord March 2, 2023 in Dallas, Texas.

Loreita was born August 25, 1935 in Naples, Texas, to Pete and Nora Lyles. She was retired from Dillard’s. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Atlanta. She enjoyed spending time outside caring for her flower beds and gardening. She loved spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, James Edward Lyles, her husband, James E. Jackson, Sr. and two sons, James E. Jackson, Jr. and Mark Gilbert Jackson.

She is survived by her son John Jackson and wife Denise, her daughter Lori Otken and husband Wesley, 4 grandchildren (David Jackson and wife Amanda, Jennifer Squyres and husband Zach, Erin Leitz and husband Tate and Ashley Otken). She is also survived by 3 great-grandchildren (Jackson Squyres, Jenna Squyres and Ava Kate Leitz).

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, in the Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta, Texas.

Visitation will be Monday, March 6, 2023, from 6 pm to 8 pm at Hanner Funeral Service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church, P. O. Box 1089, Atlanta, Texas 75551.

Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

TUESDAY

HELLEN RAY

Hellen Gwynn Matthews Ray, age 86, of Texarkana, Texas, died Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her residence.

Mrs. Ray was born March 25, 1936, in Clarksville, Texas to Harvey H. and Vergie (Waters) Matthews. She was a longtime substitute teacher and librarian aide for Redwater ISD.

Mrs. Ray was a member of First Baptist Church Red Springs where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, New Boston. She loved to read, crochet and enjoyed camping and traveling with her family through the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Joseph L. Ray, Sr, daughterin-law, Nina Palmore Ray; brothers, Jearl Matthews, Leon Matthews, and Karl Matthews.

Survivors include three sons, Joe Ray, Jr. (Trisha) of

Texarkana, Texas, Tommy Ray, Sr. (Delia) of Simms, Texas, John Ray (Judy) of Hooks, Texas; two daughters, Eva Spivey (Rodney) of Redwater, Texas, and Karen Tyl (Greg) of Redwater, Texas; seventeen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Sam Matthews of Duncanville, Texas; one sister, Mary “Sissy” Orr of Grand Prairie, Texas; along with numerous other relatives.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Chapelwood Funeral Home with Rev. Brian Waddell officiating. Burial will follow in Chapelwood Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 5:007:00 PM Monday, at the funeral home.

JOYCE BRIDGES

Joyce Bridges, 72, of Texarkana, Texas died Monday, March 6, 2023 at her residence. Service: 11 AM Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Chapelwood Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation: 6-7:30 PM Friday at funeral home.

JERLINE PAYNE

Mrs. Jerline Payne , 81, of Texarkana, Texas passed away, Sunday, March 5, 2023 at a Texarkana, Texas health care facility. Arrangements pending with Lyles Funeral Home, Inc.

SAMMY KAY “BO” HAMILTON, SR.

Sammy Kay “Bo” Hamilton, Sr. of Maud, Texas passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023 at a De Kalb, Texas care facility. He was 75.

Bo was born June 5, 1947 in the Minton Community of Maud, Texas to Samuel Houston and Mittie Lorene Smith Hamilton. He was retired from the oil field and was a veteran of the United States Army. Bo was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Billy Hamilton; and one son, Sammy K. Hamilton, Jr.

He is survived by eight daughters and their spouses, Amber and Bradley Cook of Texarkana, Texas, Brittney Hamilton and Gunner Roberts of Maud, Texas, Shelena and Michael Garton of Maud, Texas, Buffie and Phillip Neff of Clinton, Arkansas, Jessica and Jeb Gustus of Shirley, Arkansas; Michelle and Tony Walls of New Boston, Texas, Karen and Doug Tate of Avenger, Texas, and Sharon and Kevin Driscoll of Wilmington, North Carolina; one son, Samuel Hamilton of Texarkana, Texas; one sister and brother-in-law, Pat and Lee Roy Blanks of New Boston, Texas; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Martha Hamilton of Plano, Texas and Larry “Peanut” and Lorrie Hamilton of Charlotte, North Carolina; thirty two grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Center Ridge Cemetery in Maud, Texas under the direction of Bates Family Funeral Home with Bro. Augustine officiating.

Online registration at www. batesfamilyfuneralhome.com.

BEULAH REA LOFTON KEGLEY

Beulah Rea Lofton Kegley died March 2, 2023. Services will be 2:00 P.M. March 7, 2023 at Bates Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be the hour before.

DIANNE JAMISON

Dianne M. Jamison, 61, of Texarkana died Friday, March 3, 2023, in a local hospital. Arrangements are pending with Haynes Mortuary, Inc.

WEDNESDAY ARTHUR CARROLL

Arthur Wayne Carroll, 81, of Collinsville, OK. Passed away 03/06/2023. Graveside services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Rev. Tim Odom officiating.

PAT RODGERS

Patricia Louise Kerns Rodgers passed away on February 28, 2023. She was born on April 27, 1942 to Gilbert William and Vivian Kerns of Texarkana, TX. Patricia grew up with four siblings – GW, Carol, Kay and James.

Growing up she enjoyed spending time with her sisters and friends. She also enjoyed cheerleading, and liked to tell the story of how she always got stuck at the top of the pyramid because she was tiny. She was active in her First Baptist, Texarkana church youth group, where she met her future husband.

She was dating someone from out of town when she met George Rodgers, and he convinced her to break up with her out-of-town boyfriend and “give a local boy a chance.” They married in August of 1965, and upon George’s death in January of 2020 they had been married 55 years. During their marriage they traveled extensively for his work, living everywhere from New York to California, but upon retirement, they returned home to Texarkana.

Pat was the ultimate sweet southern lady, dearly loved by her friends and family. No one ever left her house hungry, and you were fortunate to get a piece of her blue-ribbon-winning cornbread or home-made ice cream fudge sauce. Her sonin-law was particularly fond of her cowboy beans. She was generous and kind, and went out of her way to minister to others with a kind word, hug, meal or whatever help she could provide.

Pat’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren, and they will never forget the spoiling or special treats. She also loved her nieces and nephews, and her home was always open to friends and family.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, George Rodgers; her son, David (who passed away from a car accident in 2020); her parents Gilbert William and Vivian Kerns; and her siblings.

Surviving family includes her daughter, Becky Boyette of Staunton, VA; her son-in-law, James Boyette of Stauton, VA; her grandchildren Austin, Wes, and Arielle; her daughter-in-law Anita Rodgers of Wake Village, TX; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Pat was an active member of

Wake Village Baptist Church, and faith was the most important part of her life. Her favorite scripture was Psalm 23.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Chapelwood Funeral Home, Nash, Texas.

THURSDAY

JERLINE PAYNE

Jerline Moore Payne, age 81, of Texarkana, TX, died Sunday, March 5, 2023. Mrs. Payne was born to the late Hilton and Pearline Moore on June 10, 1941 in Bradley, Arkansas. She moved to Texarkana, Texas, in 1959. She attended Washington High School, and Texarkana Community College. She was a health care worker and a member of Sunset Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her father Hilton Moore, mother Pearline Moore, brother, Ray Charles Makray, and sister Christine Galbraith.

Survivors includes one sister, Valree Moore Estell of Texarkana, and a number of other relatives.

Visitation will be 12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 at Lyles Funeral Home Memorial Chapel

A celebration of Mrs. Payne’s life will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 in Lyles Funeral Home Memorial Chapel.

Burial will be in Chapelwood Memorial Garden under direction of Lyles Funeral Home, Inc.

Online registration at www. lylesfuneralhomeinc.com.

VANESSA COOPER

Mrs. Vanessa Ann Cooper, 62, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, at Christus St. Michael Health System in Texarkana, Texas. Arrangements are pending with R.L. Reed Funeral Home in Magnolia, Arkansas.

MELBA JEAN GRAHAM

Melba Jean Graham passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Services will be 2:30 P.M. March 10, 2023 at Sand Hill Cemetery under the direction of Bates Family Funeral Home.

NELDA JEAN STELL

Nelda Stell passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. Services will be 2:00 P.M. March 9, 2023 at Bates Family Funeral Home in De Kalb. Visitation will be the hour before.

WILLIE MURRAY

A wake for Willie Murray will be 6-8pm Friday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 11am Saturday, March 11 at Dodson Street Church of

Christ. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

PATSY WHITE

Funeral services for Mrs. Patsy Ruth White will be 3pm Saturday, March 11 at Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Hope. Burial will be at Azar Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

OPHELIA WILLIAMS

Visitation for Ophelia Williams of Hope will be 1-5, wake 6-7 Saturday at the funeral home. Service will be 2pm Sunday at Bethel AME Church, Hope. Arrangements entrusted to Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.

FRIDAY

MARLANE WISDOM

Marlane Wisdom departed her earthly home on March 8 at the age of 85 after a lengthy illness. Marlane grew up in Dekalb, Texas and graduated valedictorian in 1956 where she made life long friends, served as cheerleader for the Dekalb Bears and was voted Betty Crocker Homemaker of the Year. She spent most of her adult life in Texarkana, Texas and was married for 56 years to the love of her life, Wendell Wisdom. Marlane was a devout Christian who lived her faith every single day and was active in a small local prayer group for a number of years. She was an active member of Williams Memorial Methodist Church. Marlane also served as a volunteer for the Wadley Auxiliary. Marlane and Wendell raised 6 children: 3 sons and 3 daughters, Gary Wisdom of Arlington, TX; Cindy Ramage (Brent) of Hooks, TX, Karen Wisdom (Perry Kee) of Granbury, TX; Curt Langford (Sara) of Texarkana, TX; Sonja Oliver (Jay) of Texarkana, TX; David Wisdom (Becky) deceased. She was a devoted “Meema” to 10 Grandchildren: Jennifer and Jillian Wisdom; Matthew, Caleb and Micah Ramage; Daniel and Drew Langford; Katy Christensen; Paige and Amy Oliver. She is also survived by 10 great grandchildren with one on the way. Marlane also leaves behind her beloved Maltese—danny Boy.

Marlane was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Buna Chasteen, one sister, Jane Hanna, and one son, David Wisdom.

The family would like to give a special thanks to her caregivers: Trish, Theresa, Barbara and Samantha.

Visitation will be Saturday March 11 from 1:00-2:00 at East Funeral Home-moores Lane. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel at 2:00 with graveside services to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Judes Children’s Hospital.

KATHY FAGAN

Kathy Joyce “Ewanish” Fagan was born February 26, 1945 in Warren, Ohio to her parents John Ewanish and Margaret Serotke Ewanish. At the age of 78, she died at her home in New Boston, Texas.

Pre-deceasing her in death are her parents and her husband Bob Fagan.

Her church affiliation was Methodist and her occupation was housewife, one of the most noble occupations a woman can have. She loved to cook and at one time owned a bakery in Foreman, AR which was called “Pizza and Pastries”. When she wasn’t cooking, you could find her outside during gardening.

Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Sherri and Hulon Self and Gina and Bryan Roseberry, all are from New Boston, TX. Other survivors are two grandchildren; Justin & Jessie Self and Carrisa & Josh Pinkham and four great-grandchildren; Jace Self, Jansen Self, Karsyn Pinkham and Rhalyn Freeman.

Visitation will be at Madden’s Chapel in Foreman, AR on Friday, March 10th from 6 – 8 p.m. Graveside services will be at Gravelly Cemetery in Foreman on Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. Steve Minter will officiate at the cemetery.

KASHAD BANKS

Kashad Karras Banks, 27, of Ashdown, Arkansas passed 0n February 27, 2023. Visitation Friday, March 10, 2023 3:00-5:00 Jones Stuart Mortuary. Graveside Service March 11, 2023 New Hope Cemetery in Ashdown, AR.

MURIEL MATHIS

Muriel Marie Mathis, 76, of Texarkana, AR gained her wings March 4, 2023. Graveside Service Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 10:00 AM, Fairhaven, with Dr. Terence Fulce, Eulogist. Under the direction of Jones Stuart.

ROY ROBINSON

Roy “T” Robinson, 83, of Ogden, AR passed March 6, 2023. Visitation March 10, 2023, Jones Stuart Mortuary, 5-7PM. Funeral March 11, 2023, 2PM, Mt. Pleasant Baptist, Ogden, Arkansas. Burial in Armstrong Cemetery.

JULIA JACKSON

Julia Jackson, 74, Lewisville, AR gained her wings March 6, 2023. Visitation March 10, 2023, Hamilton-davis, Stamps, AR. Funeral March 11, 2023, Galilee MBC, 2PM. Burial, Union Hill Galilee under direction of Jones Stuart.

SATURDAY KENNETH DIXON

Kenneth Dixon, April 25, 1950 - March 7, 2023. Wake, March 17 from 3-7PM, Madden Funeral Chapel, Foreman, AR. Funeral, Oscar Hamilton Elem. Gym, Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 11AM. Burial: Piney Grove Cemetery.

KAYE JENKINS

Services for Kaye Jenkins, 69, of Hughes Springs will be 2PM Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Reeder-davis Chapel. Visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

VANESSA COOPER

Vanessa Cooper, 62, Texarkana, passed March 7th, 2023, at St. Michael in Texarkana. Services Friday, March 17th, 11AM, R.L. Reed Chapel. Burial at St. Matthew Cemetery, Mcneil. R.L. Reed Funeral Home in charge.