Obituaries
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James David Bishop
Jul 19, 2023
Wednesday, July 19, 2023. He was born May 17, 1937, in Ben, Arkansas to the late Paul and Mary Bishop. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Roger Dale Bishop, his sister Janie Scribner and his brother Finis Bishop. Mr. Bishop was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Batesville....
Dickey Gregory
Jul 18, 2023
Dickye Marie (Coleman) Gregory was born April 14, 1939, she was the daughter of Richard & Mary Jane (Robertson) Coleman. She was a faithful housewife and Mother. She also worked for the Grapevine School System as a school bus driver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Gregory.
She is...
Sammy Collins
Jul 16, 2023
Sammy Darryl Collins passed away in Little Rock, Arkansas on July 16, 2023, at the age of 62. He was born on April 24, 1961, to John and Margaret Collins in Searcy, Arkansas. He enjoyed playing guitar, writing music, reading books, and guns. He also spent time with his mom and best friend, Margaret and his only grandson, Kayden....
Martha Ann (Downen) Mayhugh
Jul 15, 2023
The family of Martha Ann Mayhugh would like to let you know that on July 15, 2023, Jesus called her for the greatest trip she has ever taken and she arrived safely in Heaven. She is now there with Jesus and having a reunion with her Grandparents Poppa and Mama Lula Downen; her Dad, Howard Downen; brother, Bill Downen;...
Charles Eugene Hamilton
Jul 12, 2023
Charles “Charlie” Hamilton, 60, of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on July 12, 2023, at Unity Health in Searcy. Charlie was born in San Juan, Texas on February 25, 1963, to Earl and Zella Mae (Lawson) Hamilton. He grew up in Brinkley alongside eight brothers and sisters. As a teen and young adult, Charlie enjoyed fishing, roller skating, and attending...
Ray Garland Tooke
Jul 7, 2023
Ray Garland Tooke 77, of White Hall, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord, July 7th, 2023. He was born, October 13th, 1945 to Buck Garner Tooke, and Geraldine Faver Tooke in Pine Bluff AR. He graduated from Dollarway High School, and served in the Army National Guard of Arkansas. He worked for the Cotton Belt Railroad...
Michael Ray Turnbull
Jul 7, 2023
Michael Ray Turnbull, age 69, of Searcy went to be with his Lord on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born January 18, 1954 in Mesa, AZ to the late J.C. Turnbull and Violet Murdaugh Turnbull. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Dennis Turnbull, Randy Turnbull, and Penelope Turnbull. Mr....
Nelta Kay Brinkley
Jul 6, 2023
Nelta Kay Lawson Brinkley passed away peacefully on July 6, 2023, in Searcy, Arkansas. She was born on November 9, 1947, in Center Hill, Arkansas to Hardy and Esther Clay Lawson. Ms. Kay attended Temple Baptist Church and loved to sing and listen to gospel music. She had a servant’s heart and enjoyed providing food for others. She enjoyed...
Robert Smith
Jul 6, 2023
Robert “Bobby” Allen Smith of McRae AR passed away peacefully on July 6, 2023. He was born on November 29, 1945, to William and Ada Smith in Houston, Texas. He received a Honorable Discharge from the Army in 1965 after serving with the 101stAirborne Division at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky and a tour in Vietnam. After returning from Vietnam, he...
Bruce Hudson
Jul 6, 2023
Bruce Lee Hudson, age 79, of Conway, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023 at his home. He was born March 20, 1944 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Glen and Marie Hudson. He was a retired appliance repairman. Bruce was a man of many talents, he could play every musical instrument he picked up, and enjoyed singing and writing...
Doyle Clyde Wheeler
Jul 6, 2023
Doyle Clyde Wheeler, age 88, of Searcy, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023 at his home. He was born May 11, 1935 in Swartz Creek, Michigan to the late Clyde and Beatrice Leach Wheeler. Doyle was a Navy veteran and truck driver. He enjoyed woodworking and cooking for his family and friends. Doyle was a faithful member of Pangburn...
Linda Mccraw
Jul 2, 2023
An obituary is not available at this time for Linda McCraw. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Linda Rae McCraw
Jul 2, 2023
Linda Rae McCraw, age 67, passed away on July 2, 2023. She was born May 29, 1956, in Poplar Bluff, MO to the late Homer Ray Hardy and Shirley Ward Hardy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister Brenda Oldham. She was a retired nurse. She will always be remembered as a loving...
Lisa Dawn George
Jul 2, 2023
Lisa Dawn George, age 56, of Woodlawn, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023 in Little Rock. She was born September 26, 1966 in West Monroe, Louisiana to the late Marcus and Catherine Vestel Haley. Lisa was a vibrant, happy person, she enjoyed going antiquing, singing, dancing, spending time with her friends. She was an animal lover, she would take...
Jimmy Douglas Stover
Jul 1, 2023
Jimmy Douglas Stover, age 74, of Rison, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023. He was born March 13, 1949 in Cleveland County, Arkansas to the late Elbert and Marie Cash Stover. Jimmy was a graduate of Woodlawn Highschool class of 1967 and was a retiree from the Cotton Belt Railroad. Jimmy enjoyed spending his free time watching as many...
Joseph Taylor Robertson
Jun 30, 2023
Joseph Taylor Robertson passed into glory on June 30, 2023. He was born to Jack and Tassie (Moore) Robertson of Blytheville, Arkansas. Jack was a sharecropper, so more children meant less work. Jack and Tassie decided at the sixteenth child they had enough! Joe loved his large family, sparring with his brothers and taunting his sisters. Joe decided early...
Joe Don Bradley
Jun 29, 2023
Joe Don Bradley, age 87, of Rison, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023. He was born June 25, 1936 in Rison, AR to the late Clifton Leon and Dorothy Wells Bradley. Joe never met a stranger, he loved talking and visiting with people, and made many friends. He also enjoyed watching cowboy movies and television shows. In addition to...
Jamey Sanders
Jun 24, 2023
Jamey Lynn Sanders, 43, of Morrilton, Arkansas, bid farewell to this earthly realm on June 24, 2023. Born on December 19, 1979, in Searcy, Arkansas, Jamey brought a spark of mischief and warmth to the world.
Jamey was a true superhero, always swooping in to help those in need. He had a heart of gold and a knack...
Martha Rogers
Jun 24, 2023
Born in Ellsworth Kansas 4/20/1945 Preceded in death by her loving parents Rodger and Cecil Irene Lonberger Funk. Preceded in death also by half-brother Rodger Jr. and son Charles. Survived by son and caregiver, POA Franklin Franks II of Cabot Arkansas. Also survived by daughter Camille Irene Sockwell and her five children Erik Sockwell, Angelina Sockwell, Katherine ann Hedger...
David Allen Sherrill
Jun 23, 2023
David Allen Sherrill of Judsonia, Arkansas, affectionately known as “Pops” and “Uncle David,” was born on July 17, 1958, in Roseburg, Oregon. He passed peacefully from his earthly home on June 23, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas, at the youthful age of 64. He was the son of Andy Lee Sherrill and Clara Mae Swafford. He was raised from...