Obituaries

grandparents, Argust and Cora Robbins Mcelrath, and Reece and Rachel Lambert.

She is survived by her loving husband of almost 58 years, Lonnie Mungle, sons: Tracy Mungle, Chris Mungle (April); grandson, Jordan Mungle; granddaughters, Sydney Mungle and Lainey Mungle; her brothers, James Lambert (Kim), Sammy Lambert (Lynn), Eddie Oates (Gaye); sisters, Gail Rodgers (Kelly), Lisa Gray (Stan), Laura Cosway (Bob); aunts, Mary Bearden and Ruth Blair; cousins, nieces, nephews and many treasured friends.

The family would like to thank her special friends, Romosha Bridges, Patricia Harris and Dena Lambert.

Pallbearers are Jordan Mungle, Brandon Mann, Mark Johnson, WC Hefley, Jimmy Pickering and Josh Lambert.

Honorary pallbearers: US Bank Girls, Chris Chapin, Jon Harris, Joy Pickering, Joretta Mcneely and the late Robert Harper.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at Jessieville First Baptist Church.

A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at Jessieville First Baptist Church, with Brother Derek Combs, Brother Larry Mcneely and Brother Jimmie Scott officiating.

Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to: Jessieville First Baptist Church.

Online condolences at http:// www.caruth-hale.com.

JEROME A. REED

Jerome Arthur “Jerry” Reed, born on Dec. 25, 1953, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

Funeral services will be held in the Smith Family Funeral Home chapel at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024, with a visitation prior to service.

Guest registry at http://www. smithfamilycares.com.

ALICE M. SPURLIN

Alice Mae Spurlin, 90, of Hot Springs, Ark., passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024.

She was born to Leroy Bryant and Sarah Mae Farr on June 25, 1933.

Alice was a kind and beautiful soul. She was a stay-at-home mom and a pastor’s wife. She deeply enjoyed typing her husband’s notes to prepare for his sermons every Sunday. She also spent a few years working in the Spurlin Plant Farm. She was dedicated to serving the Lord any way that she could, whether it be spreading the word or showing up to church to worship. She went on to work at Walmart for 30-plus wonderful years. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting with the Sonshine Circle.

Alice loved deeply and touched the hearts of many people. She will be dearly missed.

Alice is preceded in death by her loving husband, Eugene Earl Spurlin; parents; and children, Jimmy, Janie Mays and Barbara Jones.

She is survived by her son, Ronnie Spurlin (Teresa); brother, Billy Bryant (Nancy); son-inlaw, Bruce Jones; grandchildren, Genia Lance (James), Rebecca Campbell (Sam), Heather Smith (Blake), Rodney Spurlin (Tonya) and Trey Emory (Laura); 16 great-grandchildren; 1 greatgreat-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and loved ones. Also a special thanks to Terrie Spurlin and her JOY Sunday School class.

There will be a visitation at 10 a.m. Saturday, held at Center Fork Baptist Church, located at 1101 S. Moore Road, Hot Springs, Ark., with a funeral service to start at 11 a.m.. The graveside service will follow at Spurlin Cemetery.

Guests may register at http:// www.grossfuneralhome.com.

TUESDAY LATORA S. MORGAN

PALMDALE, Calif. — Mrs. Latora Smith Morgan, aged 94, of Palmdale, Calif., and formerly of Malvern, Ark., peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

Details regarding her service arrangements will be shared in due course.

You’re invited to honor Latora’s memory by leaving your condolences in her online guestbook at http://www.brandonsmortuary. com. Brandon’s Mortuary has been entrusted with the care and arrangements for this special farewell.

ROY L. MURPHY JR.

Like his father before him, Roy Lee Murphy Jr. rose early on a Sunday morning to walk with his Savior. Lee was surrounded by his wife, Chris, and his children, David and Kate (Hamner). His earthly body is no longer burdened and he is breathing deeply in His presence.

Lee will be remembered as a loving husband to his amazing wife, Chris, a loyal and fun brother to his sisters (Dana Lane, Susan Humphries and Kelly Mcqueen), and a faithful son to his mom (Betty Murphy). Together with Chris (as Grandad and Honey), Lee was devoted to his six grandchildren: Molly, Margo and Mae Murphy, daughters of David and Heather Murphy; Colt, Murphy and Skip Hamner, children of Kate and Jonathan Hamner.

As a “project guy,” Lee completed many creative projects for the entertainment of family and friends — carving pumpkins, making bat houses, creating a camping property, building homes for family members, and fully equipping, meticulously organizing his workshop. With Chris, Lee enjoyed supporting every Razorback team with regular attendance. He was seen driving the “Hog Hauler” 1995 Astro Van, which he decorated and detailed. Nothing made Lee happier than planning outdoor events for his family members, including weenie roasts, skeet shooting, hay rides and spud gun making. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, Eagle Scout and longtime member of the Lake Ouachita Camping Association.

Lee studied at the University of Arkansas and later received his Professional Engineering license while working at Midsouth Engineering. Working his way through the ranks during his 40-year tenure, he was president for 15 years before retiring in late 2022. Under his leadership, the company grew and expanded its expertise nationally and internationally into new areas, including energy, mining and other sustainable manufacturing projects.

Lee faithfully served the community through numerous board positions, such as with the Garland County Housing Authority, Boy Scouts of America and Abilities Unlimited. Lee and Chris, as well as their children, have been active members of First Baptist Church, Hot Springs, for many years.

Visitation with family will be held at Gross Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. today, March 12, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, Hot Springs, at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Love, support, condolences and memories can be shared and viewed at http://www. Grossfuneralhome.com.

MARKLIN N. REYNOLDS

Marklin Nichole Reynolds, age 31, passed away on March 7, 2024.

Services to honor and celebrate Marklin’s life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Home in Hot Springs on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, visitation starting at 1 p.m., with a 2 p.m. service to follow.

Guest registry at http://www. smithfamilycares.com.

TONEY D. RICE

MOUNTAIN PINE — Toney Dale Rice, 65, of Mountain Pine, Ark., passed away March 5, 2024.

He was born Oct. 28, 1958, in Hot Springs, Ark., to Ray and Alyne Rice.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sharon Ragsdale; brother, Kenneth Rice; brother-in-law, Larry Looper; and father- and mother-in-law, Johnny and Clara Burke.

Survivors include his partner in life, Mary Burke; children, April Steed, Callista Rice and Chris Rice (Rachel); grandchildren, Nicholas, Toni, Journey, Gabriel, Preston and Alison; sisters, Patsy Looper, Ginger Stevens (Danny) and Tina Gallistel (Joe); brotherin-law and good friend, George Ragsdale; extended family and friends.

Toney was an avid sports fan. He loved to cook and was good at it. He was a free spirit and his grandchildren were the light of his life.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Arkansas Cremation in Little Rock.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

MONDAY VIRGINIA R.S. WILLESS

Virginia R.S. Willess, 76, Hot Springs, Ark., passed away on March 8, 2024.

Graveside service will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Memorial Gardens, and the service will be at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist.

Arrangements are by Hot Springs Funeral Home.

Online condolences at http://www.hotspringsfh.com.