Obituaries
In our Care
Richard Allen Harper
May 31, 2026
Richard Allen Harper, 62, of Vilonia, Arkansas passed away suddenly on May 31, 2026.
He was born in North Little Rock, AR on March 22, 1964, to Lynda and Charles Harper. Richard was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Marjoree Mike Harper; daughter, Madison Harper, and son, Patrick Harper; mother, Lynda Harper, sister,...
Michael Truett Burnsed
May 25, 2026
Michael Burnsed, age 40, passed away surrounded by the love of his family and those who knew him best.
Michael was a man with a big heart and a love for the outdoors. He loved fishing, getting out in the mud, and never hesitated to pick up a snake if one crossed his path. He also loved music and singing at...
Mary Etta Russell
May 25, 2026
Mary Etta Russell passed away in her home on May 25, 2026.
She was born on July 14, 1953, in Newport, Arkansas, to parents Kenneth and Genola Masters. She lived a colorful childhood on her family’s farm as the fifth child in a family of eight children, “just in case one or two got eaten by alligators,” Kenneth would joke. Her...
Ardeth Christine Grissom
May 23, 2026
Ardeth Christine (Chris) “Sally” Grissom
Ardeth Christine Grissom, 81 of Vilonia passed away May 23, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by her greatest accomplishment, her family. She was born December 8, 1944 to the late Albert and Ruby Fulmer. She was a lifelong resident of Vilonia Arkansas and took pride in working 20 years at Conway Regional Medical Center as a...
James Ray Boyd
May 23, 2026
James "Ray" Boyd, 74, of Austin passed away at home on May 23, 2026. He was born on August 21, 1951 to James E. Boyd and Mildred Turner Boyd Wilson in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Ray was passionate about loving the Lord, taking care of his family, deer hunting, working (over 50 years in the concrete business), and NASCAR races. He enjoyed...
Julius Chance
May 22, 2026
Julius Edward "JC" Chance, age 67, of Leola, passed away on May 22, 2026. He was born on November 6, 1958, in Hayesville, North Carolina, and was a resident of Leola for over 25 years.
JC was a tough, resilient man who spent many years working in roofing. In his earlier years, he possessed a deep passion for raising game fowl...
Myrna Gayle Dillon
May 18, 2026
Myrna Gayle Dillon, born December 17, 1949, went into the arms of Jesus, on May 18, 2026, in Searcy, Arkansas. She was born in Synder OK, to the late, Davie Eugene Webb and Doris Evelyn Webb. Myrna was the third of four siblings, Janice Jernigan, Davie Webb, and Gloria Salmon.
Myrna is proceeded in death by her parents, her brother Davie...
Morris Lee Toney
May 18, 2026
Morris Lee Toney Sr, age 88, of Judsonia, AR left his earthly home on May 18, 2026. He is reunited with his wife Mary.
Morris leaves behind his three children Marsha Cates, Morris Toney Jr., and Mitchell Toney all of Judsonia. Also, an abundance of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.
Morris enjoyed tending to his tomatoes, 2 stepping, playing cards,...
Randall Van Day
May 16, 2026
Randy Van Day, 62, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026. He was born on March 13, 1964, in Benton, Arkansas, to the late Curtis Van Howard and Amelia Day.
Randy graduated from Vilonia High School and attended Arkansas College in Batesville on a track scholarship before transferring to the University of Central Arkansas. Following college, he began...
Patricia Olivia Scott
May 15, 2026
Patsy was born on 25 Jan 1930 in Doniphan, White County, Arkansas. She died 15 May 2026 at the age of 96. She was the daughter of Winfred and Leda Stevens Taylor. She Married Buton Carol Scott on the 18 Oct 1948 in White County Arkansas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 65 years, daughter Patricia Carol...
Ashley Dawne Rissinger
May 10, 2026
A beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, Ashley “Dawne” Rissinger, 53, of Jefferson, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home on May 10, 2026. Dawne was born on August 4, 1972, in Newport News, Virginia.Dawne was the heart of her family — a loving wife, a devoted mother, and someone whose greatest joy in life came from spending time with...
Carlos Pitts
May 7, 2026
Calvin Carlos Pitts, 89, of Searcy, AR, went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2026, after a stay at the Crossing Nursing Home in Searcy. He was born on May 21, 1936, near Minor Hill, TN to Jessie and Katie Pitts. Carlos decided early in life that he wanted to devote his life to preaching. He attended Freed-Hardeman...
Janelle Martin
May 4, 2026
Janelle H. Martin, age 99, of Rison died Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born September 13, 1926, in Calmer, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Robert Floyd and Florence Berry Henderson.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Roy Martin, her son Les Martin, her brother Russell Henderson, and her sisters Eva Broach and Louise Phillips. She is survived...
Joan E. Usery
May 3, 2026
Joan Usery, age 84, of Searcy Arkansas passed away on Sunday, May 3rd 2026. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her devotion to the Lord, her church and her family.
Joan came from a large family of ten children whom she loved dearly, and the closeness she shared with them remained an important part of her life.
As a teenager,Joan...
Gerald Lynn Williams
May 3, 2026
Gerald Lynn Williams, known by many as “Tooter,” 71, of Pangburn Arkansas passed away on May 3, 2026. Leaving behind extra amounts of laughter, kindness, and unforgettable stories. Born on September 10, 1954, to late Dorothy (Morris) Williams and Oscar “Pete” Williams. Gerald was a lifelong mechanic, known for his ability to fix just about anything. He spent many years...
Michael Anthony Rhodes
May 2, 2026
Michael Anthony Rhodes, age 51, of Rison passed away on May 2, 2026. He was born October 9, 1974 in Fordyce, Arkansas to Robert and Joanne Rhodes. He was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Laurie Rhodes, his children, Tucker Rhodes (Skylar), Hannah...
Jimmy Don Best
Apr 29, 2026
Jimmy Don Best of Kingsland, Arkansas left this life of 70 years and gained his wings in the early
morning hours of April 29, 2026. Jimmy Don was born on September 13, 1955, in the State
of California.
Jimmy Don was an employee of the Dallas County Road Department in Fordyce, Arkansas.
He was a former Road Grader Operator for the Cleveland County Road...
William Benjamin Wofford
Apr 28, 2026
William was born on March 20, 1960 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Robert McKendree and Marie Ellen Kilby Wofford. He was known as Billy to family and close friends.
William graduated high school in 1979 from Sheridan High School. He attended Southern Arkansas University Tech in Camden, Arkansas earning a degree in Architectural Engineering Technology. In 1992, William started working at...
Paul Jeffery Johnson
Apr 21, 2026
It is with joy and great certainty we share that Paul Jeffrey Johnson left this world on April 21, 2026 to be with his Savior. He was born on October 21,1949 to Esther Benedict Johnson and Jack M. Johnson. He was a devoted husband and father with amazing artistic talents in music, art, and photography. He was a creative soul...
