In our Care

Feb 2, 2023

George Boyd, 76 of Rison, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 2, 2023, after a brief illness. George was born July 29, 1946, to Noel and Cora Boyd of Rison. George was a lifelong native of Rison. He graduated from Rison High School, and the day after graduating from high school, he joined...

Feb 1, 2023

Shelly Renee Dodgen of Conway, passed away on February 01, 2023 in Conway, Arkansas at the age of 55.

She is survived by Children, Jonathan Phelps, Jeffery Pitts and Kaylin Phelps.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Vilonia Funeral Home, 1134 Main St., Vilonia, Arkansas 72173. Share condolences with the family at www.viloniafuneralhome.com.

Jan 31, 2023

Martha Sue Chambers, age 64, of Georgetown went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. She was born November 22, 1958 to the late Lillie Glaze. She was a retired CNA and enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years Bryan Chambers, her...

Jan 28, 2023

Thomas Lee Covington, 85 of Vilonia, passed away at his home on January 28, 2023.

He was born on August 20, 1937, to Jessie Lee and Lorene Covington. He was a christian and a member of the Church of Christ. He worked as a farmer most of his life in Arkansas, and oil field construction while living in Texas. 

Left to cherish his memories are three sons, Keith...

Jan 28, 2023

Eston James McIlwain went to be with his Lord on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the age of 36. He was born June 7, 1986, at Hot Springs, Arkansas to Ralph McIlwain of Sheridan, and the late Glenda Pickle of Hot Springs. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Linda Brooks of Sheridan.  Eston graduated from...

Jan 26, 2023

Richard Calvin McDaniel, 84, born in Watson, AR on October 13, 1938, of Scott, AR went to be with the LORD on January 26, 2023 with his wife Kaci McDaniel by his side. Richard was a tremendous husband and father and the true patriarch of his family.

He attended school at Lake Village and graduated from Dermott...

Jan 25, 2023

James "Jim" Grinder of Vilonia, passed away on January 25, 2023, at the age of 78.

Jim was born on August 18, 1944, in Corpus Christi, Texas to George and Lucille Grinder. He worked as a Pipefitter and was a member of the UA Local 155 Plumbers & Pipefitters. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and working on cars. He was also a member of the masonic lodge.

He is survived by four sons, Rod...

Jan 23, 2023

Don Wayne Williams, 76 of Holly Springs went to be with the Lord on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, with his family by his side.  He was born May 5, 1946, in Pangburn, AR to the late Hubert L. and Jewel Meharg Williams.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by  his step mother, Dorothy...

Jan 23, 2023

Randy Wayne Abbott of Vilonia, passed away on January 21, 2023 in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 55.

Randy was born on April 26, 1967 in Selma, Alabama. He was a class of 1985 graduate of Vilonia High School, he worked in maintenance at Virco, he was a devoted grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family.

Randy is survived by two sons, Christopher Abbott and wife, Kara of...

Jan 22, 2023

Albert Christopher “Chris” Hall, age 60, of Judsonia went to be with his Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born May 19, 1962 in Hattiesburg, MS to Hattie J. Riffle Hall Miller and the late James Henry Hall, Jr. He was a retired construction worker and enjoyed working in his yard and fishing. Chris enjoyed...

Jan 22, 2023

Louis Maurice Owens, age 77, of Sheridan went to be with his Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born October 26, 1945 in Eaglette, Dallas County Arkansas to the late Odas and Lucille Beeson Owens. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Winnie Owens Still, his brother...

Jan 21, 2023

Patricia “Pat” Elaine Baker, 69, was born on October 16, 1953 in Minden, Louisiana to William Archie and Clarice Margaret Garrison Baker.  Pat passed away on January 21, 2023 at Unity Hospital in Searcy, Arkansas.

Pat worked for 46 years as a teacher’s aide at Sunshine School in Searcy, Arkansas.  She also worked for the White County...

Jan 19, 2023

Larry McCroskey of Ward passed from this life on January 19, 2023 in his home. Larry was born to the late Bill and Janette McCroskey. Larry graduated from Cabot High School and attended ASU Jonesboro. Larry owned and operated The General Store in Ward for a time in the 90s. He also spent his life in farming, including dairy,...

Jan 18, 2023

Devoted wife, mom, grandma, sister, and friend Beth Thomasson Polk left this world to be with her savior on January 18th at the age of 71. She was surrounded by her loving family who will continue to love her and remember her legacy in their lives.

Beth was born in Pansy, Arkansas on...

Jan 18, 2023

Violet Nell Lee, born May 30, 1940, passed away in her home on January 18, 2023, in Vilonia, Arkansas. 

Violet was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Irene Stevens, and one sister, Dorothy Grider. 

Survivors are her husband of 63 years, Von Dale Lee, of Vilonia; one sister, Arzella Stevens of Vilonia; two daughters, Glenda (Hal) Sellers, of...

Jan 15, 2023

Rodney Lynn Copeland, age 65, passed away from this life on  January 15, 2023, at his home in Searcy, Arkansas. He was born on September 17, 1957, in Leachville, Arkansas to the late Eli and Juanita Copeland. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Harold and Charles Copeland as well as a nephew, Chris Copeland.

He...

Jan 15, 2023

Services are pending at this time.

Jan 14, 2023

Hardy Herrington, age 74, passed from this life on January 14, 2023.  Hardy was born June 12, 1948, as the ninth of thirteen children to the late James Bernice ‘Hoody’ and Ola Mae (Puckett) Herrington. Hardy graduated from Rison High School in 1966.  He received his Bachelor of Education degree at Arkansas A&M at Monticello in 1970. ...

Jan 8, 2023

Imogene Shelby Gibson, age 91 of Pansy, passed away January 8, 2023.  She was born August 4, 1931, in Herbine, AR to the late Herbert and Verda Puckett Shelby.  Imogene was a 1947 graduate of Woodlawn High School and after graduating college, taught school at Woodlawn for 45 years. She was known for instilling bible study and the Pledge...

Jan 6, 2023

Mary Christine Martin Arnold, age 51, of Searcy went to be with her Lord on Friday, January 6, 2023. She was born October 9, 1971 in Searcy, Arkansas to Carolyn Sue Swindle Martin and the late Lindon Morris Martin. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Brittany Watson and one grandchild....