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Billy Harvey Jacks

Billy Harvey Jacks

Oct 31, 2025



Billy Harvey Jacks, age 96, of the Randall community, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at the Greenhouse Cottages in Rison, Arkansas. Born on March 10, 1929, Billy was the beloved son of the late Fred and Linnie (Reed) Jacks.

He was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 67 years, Sewilda (Rodgers) Jacks, whom he married on February 17, 1956. Billy...

Curtis Everton Davidson

Curtis Everton Davidson

Oct 29, 2025

Curtis Everton "Buddy" Davidson, 79, of Star City, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday October 29, 2025, at his home. Born April 15, 1946 in Garnett, Arkansas, to the late Clyde E. and Augusta Mae Jenkins Davidson, Curtis was retired from the United States Army, Levi-Strauss, and at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. During the Vietnam Conflict, Sgt. Davidson served with the 3rd...

Phyllis Ann Heath

Phyllis Ann Heath

Oct 29, 2025

Our family is heartbroken to share that our sweet Phyllis Heath has left this Earth. She passed peacefully, surrounded by love, and we are finding comfort in knowing she lived a long and full life. Phyllis had the biggest heart - always ready to give you a hug or share a story from “back in the day”. She was a...

Martha Sue McCormick

Martha Sue McCormick

Oct 28, 2025

Martha Sue McCormick, 80, of Malvern passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Hot Springs, AR. Born November 2, 1944, in Hico, Louisiana to the late James Travis and Dor0thy Ann Pixley Ferguson, she was a graduate of Hico High School, Southern Baptist College, and Ouachita Baptist University.

Sue was a devoted pastor’s wife. She served beside her husband...

Colleen Elizabeth Holleman

Colleen Elizabeth Holleman

Oct 27, 2025

Colleen Holleman, 73, of Woodlawn, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 27, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Helen Lola Lay and Ninuel Blevins Lay. 

Colleen was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran and worked more than 33 years at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. She will be remembered for her kindness, patience, love of...

Nola Mae Rushing

Nola Mae Rushing

Oct 26, 2025

Nola Mae (Bradley) Rushing was born September 6, 1945. Our beloved Momma, Sweet Grandma, Great-Grandma, Aunt, and friend passed away peacefully at UAMS on Sunday, October 26th , 2025 at the age of 80, surround by her family. She was reunited in Heaven with her devoted husband Bill, who preceded her in death just a few months earlier. Their love...

Velma Jean Usery

Velma Jean Usery

Oct 24, 2025

Velma Jean Usery, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on December 30, 1945, Velma was a remarkable woman whose love for family and unwavering faith imbued her life with joy and purpose.

Velma her role as a mother to her children, Anita Corwin (Robert), Dean Chatman, and Don...

John Franklin " Brother Frank" Pfenenger

John Franklin " Brother Frank" Pfenenger

Oct 22, 2025

John Franklin “Brother Frank” Pfenenger Sr., 69, of Sheridan passed away Wednesday October 22, 2025 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. Born to the late James Franklin and Anna May (Willis) Pfenenger in Kansas City, Missouri; John was a 1974 graduate of Blue Springs High School in Blue Springs, Missouri. John then went on to graduate from the Kentucky Associates...

Vickey Kim Ogerly

Vickey Kim Ogerly

Oct 21, 2025

Vickey Kim (Jones) Ogerly 62 of Littlefield, Texas, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025. She was born in Warren, AR, to Daniel C. and Evelyn D. Jones. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.



She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Ezlis and Alma Doss of Rison, her paternal grandparents D.W. and Odie Jones of Warren, AR, her parents...

Brandy Dana Barnett

Brandy Dana Barnett

Oct 17, 2025

Brandy Dana Barnett, 47, of Rison passed away on October 17, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on October 20, 1977, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas and her life was a testament to love, family, and a dedication to her community.

Brandy was a cherished wife to Vince Barnett and a devoted mother to her children, Hunter Barnett (Kelsie) and...

Audrie Lee Pendley Niccum

Audrie Lee Pendley Niccum

Oct 17, 2025

Audrie Lee Pendley Niccum, born on July 10, 1936, in Cameron, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, in Bryant, Arkansas. Audrie lived a life dedicated to service, both to her community and to her loved ones.

She spent most of her life working at Buie Funeral Home in Sheridan, where she worked diligently from 1971 until 2017. Throughout her...

Carolyn Sue Duncan

Carolyn Sue Duncan

Oct 14, 2025

Carolyn Sue Duncan, 78, of Sheridan passed away Tuesday October 14, 2025. Born November 28, 1946 in Sheridan, Arkansas to the late Don and Doris Meek; Carolyn was retired form the Department of Human Services where she served as a supervisor. She enjoyed crafting, traveling and trips to Branson as well as playing Bunko.

Left to cherish her memory are her...

Jerry Donald Cox

Jerry Donald Cox

Oct 14, 2025

Jerry Donald Cox, age 83, of Woodlawn, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, with his great love, Jane Cox, by his side and surrounded by family who loved him deeply.

Jerry was born on October 30, 1941, in Grapevine, Arkansas, to Hallie Cox, Sr., and Maggie White Cox. He graduated from Watson Chapel High School in 1959 and married his...

Marlene Guyer

Marlene Guyer

Oct 11, 2025

Marlene Mae Guyer died on the afternoon of Saturday October 11th, 2025. She was born Marlene Mae Strong in Springfield Illinois on the 6th of September in 1935, the same year that the Hoover Dam was dedicated by President Roosevelt and parking meters were seen by the American public for the first time. She spent most of her childhood and...

Edna Mae Wilson

Edna Mae Wilson

Oct 10, 2025

Edna Mae Wilson, 85, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. She was born in Campbell, AR to the late James and Mallie Amburgey on August 22, 1940, and grew up in Marshall, AR. She married Jimmy "Mike" Wilson on October 11, 1963, celebrating over 50 years of marriage before his passing in 2016.

She was preceded in death by her...

Bobby Dean Wade Jr.

Bobby Dean Wade Jr.

Oct 9, 2025

It is with profound sadness, that we share the passing of Bobby Dean Wade Jr., 70, of Little Rock, on October 9th, 2025 at 7:20 pm.

He is survived by his wife Charolette Wade, his uncle Wilson Furr, brother Eddie Wade, his son Scotty Wade, daughter-in-law Jodi Wade, his daughters Wendy Wade and Brandy Wade, his grandchildren Ricky Burrus, Dylan Wallis,...

Ricky Haywood Massey

Ricky Haywood Massey

Oct 8, 2025

Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt) Ricky Haywood Massey, U.S. Air Force (Ret.)

Ricky Haywood Massey passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, in Frisco, Texas, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on August 29, 1948, in Grapevine, Arkansas, Ricky was the son of Harvey and Zella Massey. From an early age, he embodied the values of integrity, discipline, and dedication that would come...

Leonard Ray Baker

Leonard Ray Baker

Oct 8, 2025

Leonard Ray Baker, 83, born June 19, 1942, at Eureka, California was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on October 8, 2025, at his home in Hot Springs National Park, AR. 

Mr. Baker was one of the most gentle men I have had the pleasure of knowing. He loved the Lord. He studied his Bible daily. He was a Christian, and...

Charlotte Ross

Charlotte Ross

Oct 3, 2025

Charlotte “Charlie” Kay Ross, 74, of Neosho, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 1, 1951, in Okemah, Oklahoma, Charlotte lived a life filled with love, laughter, and compassion.

A devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, Charlotte was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Douglas Ross. She is survived by...

Shelby William Wilson

Shelby William Wilson

Sep 30, 2025

Shelby William Wilson, age 24, of Rison, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on September 30, 2025.

Shelby was born on November 2, 2000, in Monticello, Arkansas, to Brad and Stefanie Wilson. He graduated from Rison High School. Shelby was known for his witty personality and unwavering positivity, despite the many challenges he faced. He enjoyed Legos,...

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