Obituaries
In our Care
William Ed Rushing
May 12, 2025
William Ed “Bill” Rushing of Woodlawn completed his earthly assignment Monday, May 12, 2025 one month shy of his 82nd birthday at JRMC after a lengthy battle with lymphoma. He was a plumber by trade, retiring from the State of Arkansas as a plumbing inspector after owning his own business for many years. His knowledge of life and all things...
Kenneth Simmons
May 11, 2025
Kenneth Simmons, born on December 24, 1939, in Providence, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, in Judsonia, Arkansas. Kenneth lived a life marked by dedication and passion, working as a truck driver for the railroad—a career he cherished deeply.
During his earlier years, Kenneth served in the Army, where he exemplified the values of honor and commitment. He brought...
Linda Darlene Merriman
May 11, 2025
On the 11th of May 2025, we bid farewell to a remarkable woman, Linda Darlene Merriman, who left this earthly realm to join her Lord in eternal peace. Born on April 29, 1946, in the small town of Moulton, Alabama, Linda graced our lives with her kindness, faith, and devotion to family. Her journey through life was infused with love...
Clyde Preston Sterling
May 9, 2025
Clyde Preston Sterling, of Searcy went to be with his Lord on May 9, 2025. He was born September 19, 1942, in Bald Knob to the late Henry and Rosie Sterling. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his partner and soulmate of 16 years, Bethyl Marlene Martin, and his siblings, Virgil, Raymond, Wayne, Dale, Earl,...
Lisa Ann Turney
May 2, 2025
Lisa Ann Turney, 58 of Cabot was born May 5th, 1966, and went to be with the Lord May 2, 2025. After a long and courageous battle with Cancer. She was preceded in death by her father Homer Cruise and brothers, Lonnie Cruise of El Paso and Larry Dyson of Mt. Vernon.
Lisa is survived by her husband, Joe Turney of...
Chad Everett Hall
Apr 28, 2025
Chad Everett Hall of White Hall, Arkansas, passed away at the age of 53 on April 28, 2025. Mr. Hall was born May 14, 1971 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Jimmy Hall Sr and Barbara Howard Pennington. He was a graduate of Dollarway High School. He worked as a locksmith throughout Jefferson County.
Mr. Hall is survived by father and mother,...
Joe Henry Young
Apr 24, 2025
Joe Henry Young, 84, of Sheridan, AR, husband, father, Pappaw and friend went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2025. Joe Henry was born October 17, 1940 in Fordyce, Arkansas to the late Eli and Pearlie Young. Joe married Patsy Rogers on February 10, 1961. He was a wonderful husband who took great care of his wife of...
Patsy Lue Rice
Apr 22, 2025
Patsy Lue Stewart Rice, 77, of Judsonia, AR passed away in her home on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 with both of her sons by her side. Pat was born August 24, 1947 in Searcy, AR to Jack and Heartha Jane Britton. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hulon Rice, and her brother, Lynn Britton. Pat was...
Ronald Lee Bainter
Apr 22, 2025
Ronald Lee Bainter of Conway Arkansas, passed away at the age of 76 on April 22, 2025. Mr. Bainter was born September 22, 1948, in Hannibal Missouri to the late Adell Leroy Bainter and Betty Louise Pfeifer Bainter. He was a 1966-67 graduate of Oak Grove high school. Ronald was a Vietnam Veteran serving proudly in the United States Army,...
Lois Dean Lawrence
Apr 19, 2025
Lois Dean Lawrence, aged 90, of Rison, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on April 19, 2025. Born on January 23, 1935, in Scranton, Arkansas, Lois was a vibrant individual who embodied faith and family throughout her life.
Lois dedicated herself to her church and was a deeply spiritual person, finding joy in reading the Bible and participating in church activities. Her love...
Kay Hicks
Apr 15, 2025
Linda Kay Hicks was promoted to heaven and received her healing from cancer at midnight April 15, 2025. Kay was born to Frank Edward Jenkins and Rosie Mae Howell Jenkins in Searcy on August 17, 1951.
Kay had many careers on this earth, daughter, sister, student, military spouse, mother, production worker, banker, good friend, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, great grandmother, and...
Barbara Ann Bolding Poe
Apr 12, 2025
Barbara Ann Bolding Poe, 82, from Judsonia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 12, 2025, at Unity Health in Searcy, Arkansas surrounded by family and friends.She was born on May 3, 1942, to the late Walker Bolding and Leona Fortune Bolding. Barbara was married to the love of her life, Bill Poe, for 18 years until...
Ruth Tillman
Apr 12, 2025
Julia Ruth Doss Tillman of Sheridan and Rison, Arkansas passed away April 12, 2025. She was born September 18, 1936, in Rison, Arkansas to Samuel Parks Doss and Mattie Jo Pennington. She was a graduate of Pine Bluff High School.
Ruth was a faithful member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Toledo, Arkansas, a devoted believer who was always active her...
Sidney Scudder
Apr 12, 2025
Sidney Scudder, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and craftsman, peacefully passed away on April 12, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on September 29, 1951, Sidney dedicated his life to woodworking, a craft through which he transformed raw materials into beautiful creations. His passion for the art was evident in every project he undertook, showcasing not only his skills...
Joyce Hurlburt
Apr 9, 2025
Joyce Aline Eden Hurlburt of Conway, Arkansas passed away April 9, 2025, she was born July 3, 1943, in Rattan, Oklahoma the late Fred J. Eden and Bertha L. Courtwright.
Joyce was a member of Northside Apostolic Church in Mayflower, Arkansas where she was a devoted believer in the name of Jesus. Her family was the joy of her life, the children...
Lora "Jean" (Bonner) West
Apr 3, 2025
Lora Jean (Bonner) West
Jean West passed from this life to her heavenly home on April 3, 2025.She was born March 12, 1944 to Reverend Herman and Mrs. Verneal Bonner in Little Rock, Arkansas, who preceded her in death.
Jean is survived by her husband, Ray West, of Searcy, Arkansas; one son, Dr. Kevin West; one daughter-in-law, Dr. Camilla Saulsbury; and one...
Sheila Yvonne Powell
Apr 2, 2025
Sheila Yvonne Powell, born on September 11, 1956, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, left this world on April 2, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Sheila's vibrant spirit and unwavering love for her family defined her life.
Sheila's heart was particularly filled with joy by her grandchildren, David, Hunter, and Mason Peterson, and Dalton and Kadin Phillips. Her bond with...
Jewel Donald Cook
Apr 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donnie Cook, a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, on April 2nd, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 14, 1943, in Wickes, Arkansas Donnie lived a life driven by passion and a deep love for the open road.
For many years, "Cookie" Monster navigated the highways and byways of America...
Joyce Jean Paul
Mar 26, 2025
Joyce Jean Paul, born on May 29, 1938, in Cadron, Arkansas, to the late Thomas Guy Reeves and Viola Joyce Smith Reeves, has departed this life on March 26, 2025, in Springdale Arkansas. She enjoyed many things in life, growing flowers, singing, socializing, a little drama on occasion, presents and discovering anything new. Her greatest love was Christ and the...
John Bernard Breznai
Mar 25, 2025
John Bernard Breznai, 83, of Searcy departed this life Tuesday March 25th, 2025 at his home where so many family memories were made. Born September 30,1941 in Cleveland, Ohio- the first son, second child out of five children to the late John & Mary Breznai - later they moved to the Los Angeles, California area where all the siblings were...
