Obituaries
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Jesse Glenn Daring
Jul 28, 2026
Jesse Glenn Daring Sr., 69, of Vilonia, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on May 17, 1957, in Savannah, Georgia, Jesse lived a life defined by hard work, resilience, laughter, and love for his family. He retired as a crane operator after spending decades traveling across the country building bridges that connected...
Donald Ray Koonce
Jul 20, 2026
Donald Ray Koonce, a beloved husband, dedicated father, cherished grandfather, passed away on July 20, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. Born on February 3, 1954, in Morrilton, Arkansas to his father Doyne Elmer Koonce and mother Mary Ellen Koonce.
Don radiated warmth and kindness to all who knew him. He was a man deeply rooted in his values, and he lived those...
Linda Faye Owens Schales
Jul 20, 2026
Linda Faye (Owens) Schales was born on June 22, 1953, in Grapevine, Arkansas, in southern Grant County near Hurricane Creek.
She was the daughter of Bedford and Berta Owens. Early in her life, doctors discovered that Linda was born with a heart condition that she battled all of her life. But her heart condition never slowed her down. She lived her...
Michael James Talburt
Jul 19, 2026
Michael James Talburt, 62, of Searcy went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 19, 2026. He was born October 1, 1963, in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Noble and Sara (Cranfill) Talburt. Michael graduated from Searcy High School where he was active on the football team. He enjoyed watching wrestling on television, music, and motorcycles. In addition...
Crystal Renee Donaldson
Jul 19, 2026
Christie Crowson Donaldson went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 19, 2026, at the age of 54. She passed away peacefully at her home in Woodlawn, surrounded by her family. Christie was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished Grammy, daughter, sister, and friend. She loved all the small things in life and viewed everything that came her...
Lynda L. Hamm
Jul 11, 2026
Lynda L. Hamm, 76, of Brinkley went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 11, 2026. She was born November 23, 1949, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas to the late J.B. and Melba (Bryant) Hamm. Lynda spent many years working as a beautician and as a legal secretary in a law firm. She enjoyed drawing and painting but was...
Dolores E. Mertens
Jul 9, 2026
Dolores E. Mertens of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away on July 9, 2026, at the age of 97, with loving family by her side.
Born and raised in Roe, Arkansas, Dolores was a woman of remarkable strength, determination, and common sense. She believed in hard work, personal responsibility, and doing what needed to be done. She was practical, resourceful, and resilient, someone...
Gary Don Williams
Jul 9, 2026
Gary Don Williams, 79, of Kensett went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 9, 2026. He was born August 26, 1946, in Kensett, Arkansas to the late Robert L. and Laura L. (Watson) Williams. Mr. Williams was a veteran of the United States Air Force and spent 35 years employed with Matthews Corporation in Searcy. He enjoyed...
Larry Fremont Eudy
Jul 7, 2026
Larry F. Eudy, 74, of Kensett, Arkansas, was born on April 26, 1952. He lived a life defined by service, hard work, love for his family, and a generous heart. Larry went to be with Lord on July 7, 2026 leaving behind countless memories that will be cherished by all who knew him.Larry proudly served his country in the United...
Sandra Rhodes Homan
Jul 7, 2026
Sandy Homan, a resident of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, July 7th, after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born in Berwyn, Illinois, to her loving parents, Charles and Kelsie Rhodes. Sandy grew up in Lyons and later moved to LaGrange, Illinois, and was a happy, active child.
Sandy graduated from Lyons Township High School in 1970 and went...
Martha Kay Hudman
Jul 5, 2026
Martha Kay "Marty" Hudman, of Rison, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1952, in Hope, Arkansas, to Dewey and Virginia Lively.
Marty was known and loved by her family and friends for the life she shared with those around her. She will be remembered with love by all who knew her.
She was preceded...
Cesar Soto
Jul 4, 2026
Cesar Soto, age 24, of Kensett passed from this life on July 4, 2026. He was born February 24, 2002, in Templeton, California to Gilberto and Minerva (Mendoza) Soto. Cesar enjoyed fishing, collecting and playing video games. He was always happiest spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by several aunts and uncles.
Left to cherish...
Anna Sue Post
Jul 2, 2026
Anna Sue Jaggers Post was born May 13, 1935 to Mamie and Joe Jaggers of Rison, She died on July 2. 2026 at her home in Kingsland, Arkansas
She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Sam "Nealy" Post, her parents and all her siblings: JW Jaggers, Buddy Jaggers, Mamie Jo Coats, Mattie Lou Hall, Betty Jean Hamilton,...
Jackie Edward "Jack Bone" Stringfellow
Jul 1, 2026
Jackie "Jack Bone" Edward Stringfellow, 61, of Thornton, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
He was born December 6, 1964 in Fordyce, Arkansas to James Edward Stringfellow and Pauline Elizabeth Golden Stringfellow.
He attended Kingsland School. He was a roofer, he built swimming pools, a carpenter and much more. He loved hunting, fishing and playing pool.
Preceding him in death is his...
Susan Denise Sims
Jun 30, 2026
Susan “Denise” Sims, 72, of Sheridan, Arkansas, was called home by the Lord on June 30, 2026.Denise was born on March 21, 1954, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Billie Faye and A.J. “Bud” Dupuy. She dedicated her life to caring for others, graduating from Schumpert Nursing School in Louisiana before beginning a long and compassionate career in nursing. She retired from...
Lillian Mae Gustin
Jun 27, 2026
Lillian Mae Gustin, age 91, of Searcy was born on August 3, 1934, in Walker, Arkansas to the late Howard and Ella (Richardson) Werley. She passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gustin was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Gustin; daughter, Ginger Gustin; and grandson, Shawn Gustin.
She is survived by her...
Kevin Dale Hambel
Jun 26, 2026
Kevin Dale Hambel, age 48, leaves behind a family and friends who will forever cherish the time they shared with him.Kevin built his career working with computers, a field that perfectly reflected his sharp mind, curiosity, and natural talent for solving problems. He was incredibly intelligent and enjoyed learning, always eager to understand how things worked and to share his...
Brenda Kay Hamilton
Jun 23, 2026
Brenda Kay Hamilton, age 74, of Rison went to be with her Lord on June 23, 2026. She was born April 3, 1952 to the late Elbert Clayton Hyatt and Dorothy Hopper Hyatt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Hamilton, sisters, Mary Wilson and Linda Tolson, and her brother Roger Hyatt. She...
John Oliver Tolson, Jr.
Jun 22, 2026
John Oliver Tolson, Jr. age 80, of Sheridan passed away on June 22, 2026. He was born December 1, 1945 in Redfield to the late John Oliver Tolson, Sr. and Mary Tolson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Mack, Sandy, and Tommy Tolson. Mr. Tolson served his country in the United States Army....
Lavinia Nell Ambrose
Jun 20, 2026
Lavinia Nell Ambrose, age 94, of Little Rock passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026. Nell was born September 6, 1931, in Hope, Arkansas to the late Sammie and Ethel Wright. She was raised on a farm in the Springhill Community. She completed her college studies at St. Vincent School of Nursing and received her R.N. degree. Nell worked at...
