In our Care

Jul 30, 2023

Sharron Anne Verdue Roberts, age 74, of Rison went to be with her Lord on July 30, 2023. She was born September 18, 1948 in Star City to the late Harold and Ada Verdue. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donnie Roberts, her granddaughter Abbigale Grubb and her daughter-in-law Shelly...

Jul 29, 2023

Derek Wayne Conner, age 51, of Pine Bluff passed away on July 29, 2023. He was born January 23, 1972 in Pine Bluff. He was a welder by trade and enjoyed riding horses and gardening.

He is survived by his daughter Kayla Keedy (Karson) of Bryant, his mother Deborah Conner of Rison, his...

Jul 25, 2023

Marion Franklin Henderson, Sr. age 73, of Rison went to be with his Lord on July 25, 2023, after a long battle with end stage chronic kidney disease, which led him to have to take dialysis for the last three years of his life. He was born July 24, 1950 to Marion Raburn Henderson and Charlie Mae...

Jul 23, 2023

Charles Alex George

1952 - 2023

Charles was born on February 8,1952, in DesArc, Arkansas to Wilma Jean Robinson and the Late Alex George. He lived a life deeply rooted in faith where he was baptized at his home church of Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, Des Arc, Arkansas at a young age. He...

Jul 23, 2023

Barbara Reed Johnson, 80, died peacefully at her home on July 23, 2023, surrounded by her family, friends, and beloved pets.

Born in the “Y” Community in Cleveland County, she moved with her parents, Jennings and Valerie Reed, to Pine Bluff where she graduated from Watson Chapel High School. After attending secretarial school, she went to work...

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....

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...

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....

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;...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...