Dennis Todd Brashier
Jan 24, 2025
Dennis Todd Brashier, 69, of Sparkman, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, January 24,2025. Denny was born January 15, 1956, in Malvern, Arkansas. He was the beloved son of the late Dallas and Opal Wilson Brashier. Denny was a 1974 graduate of Sparkman High School.
Dennis was the devoted husband of 42 years to Clarice Brashier, with whom he built a...
Lisa DeClerk
Jan 23, 2025
Lisa Christine DeClerk was born on January 26, 1984, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She graced this world with her presence until January 23, 2025, when she bravely defeated Huntington’s disease, a battle she faced with unwavering courage and grace. She passed away peacefully with her family at her side.
From the very beginning, Lisa's life was filled with compassion, creativity, and...
Larry Joe Anderson
Jan 23, 2025
Larry Joe Anderson, age 79, of Mount Ida, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
He was born on August 6, 1945 in Hot Springs, the son of Whit and Martha (Dillard) Anderson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his two brothers, Lonnie Ray Anderson and Paul Dean Anderson.
Larry married the love of his...
Donald Lee Edgin
Jan 23, 2025
Donald Lee Edgin passed away January 23, 2025, he was 83 years young. He was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas on November 18, 1941, to Elmer and Ola (Gilliam) Edgin.
Donald leaves behind his favorite girl of all time, Rosemary Edgin or "Lil Mo" as he affectionately called her; 2 children, Kelly Dull and Kimberly Ford (David); 5 of his favorite...
Vivian J. Higgs
Jan 23, 2025
Vivian Higgs, a cherished librarian and vibrant member of the community, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in Bryant, Arkansas. Born on April 4, 1945, as Vivian Keathley, she dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge and the enrichment of others through literature and learning.
Vivian’s career as a librarian with the Central Arkansas Library System spanned decades, during...
Michael D. Goodson
Jan 22, 2025
Michael “Mickey” D. Goodson, 75, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away January 22, 2025. He was born on July 7, 1949, in Cullman, Alabama to the late James and Ethel Goodson.
Mickey is preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria Goodson, siblings, Bettye Halbrook, Bobbye Hill, James Goodson, and Johnny Goodson and his faithful dog, Buster. He is survived...
Roger William Smith
Jan 21, 2025
Roger William Smith, age 71, of Scott, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025. He was born on April 2, 1953, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to James and Virginia Smith, who preceded him in death. Roger is lovingly remembered by his wife of 44 years and 10 months, Dianna Smith, and their four children: Ryan Smith (Cherese), Nicholas Smith...
Allen Saylor
Jan 21, 2025
Allen Saylor passed away January 21, 2025 at age 65 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
He was a graduate of Arkadelphia High School (77) and earned a bachelor of science in education from Henderson State University. At Henderson, he was a two-time First Team All-AIC Pitcher for the Reddies from 1978-1980. He compiled an 11-4 record with a 1.61 ERA in 95...
Harold P. Banasky
Jan 21, 2025
Harold P. Banasky, a cherished member of the Stuttgart community peacefully departed this life on January 21, 2025, in Maumelle, Arkansas. He was born on May 6, 1934, in Stuttgart, Arkansas,
A proud veteran, Harold served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1962, with his service taking him both throughout the U.S. and in Germany.
Retiring at the age of...
Patsy Ruth Jones
Jan 21, 2025
Patsy “Pat” Ruth Mathis Jones, 77, of Sherwood, Arkansas departed her earthly life Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and entered the eternal gates of heaven. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on December 10, 1947, to Harold and Garlene Corn Mathis.
Pat grew up attending church at First Baptist Church of Sherwood with her family where she also taught the Girls’...
Ralph Farrow
Jan 20, 2025
Ralph Farrow, age 95, passed away January 20, 2025 in Bowling Green Kentucky. He was born in Haddonfield, New Jersey on February 12, 1929, the son of Samuel E. Farrow and Margaret Ulmer Farrow.
He was a machinist and worked for many years for a utility company. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him. A private service will...
Erla Mae Gardner
Jan 20, 2025
Erla Mae Gardner, born on March 15, 1946, in Bauxite, Arkansas, peacefully went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on January 20, 2025. A faithful Christian who had been met by God’s grace and extended it to others and a devoted educator, Erla made a lasting impact on her community. She was one of the first kindergarten...
Opal Parker
Jan 20, 2025
Opal Barnes Parker, 94, passed away on January 20, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was born on October 9, 1930, near Newport, Arkansas, to Carl and Cynthia Barnes.
Opal was the oldest of six children and grew up in a time when hard work was a way of life. As a young girl. She helped her family pick cotton. She...
Irvin E. Nantze, Jr.
Jan 20, 2025
Master Gunnery Sergeant Irvin E. “Ed” Nantze, Jr., reported to his new duty station with the LORD on January 20, 2025. He was born November 8, 1929 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Charlotte Ann West Nantze; parents Irvin E. Nantze and Emma Martha Nantze; siblings: Ida Emmerling, Evelyn Wasson and Ralph...
Garrett McAinsh
Jan 20, 2025
Garrett Laird McAinsh passed away on January 20, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, William McAinsh II, Helen (Sudduth) McAinsh and brother William McAinsh III. He is survived by his wife Judith (Gentzler) McAinsh and John Gaal a nephew.
Garrett was born June 20, 1941 in Washington D. C. His family moved several times while he was growing...
Retha Fern Adams
Jan 20, 2025
Retha Fern Adams, age 87, of Kirby, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 20, 2025.
She was born on May 11, 1937 in Kirby. Fern was the daughter of John T. and Lon E. Sparks Anderson. She is preceded in death by her parents; and her siblings, Obed Anderson, Martha Nell Walker, Bernice Baxter, Robbie Jean...
Joseph Graham Barsocchi
Jan 19, 2025
Joseph Graham Barsocchi, 62, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on November 18, 1962, in Lincoln, Nebraska to the late Joseph E. and Margaret "Mickey" Barsocchi.
Joseph is survived by his devoted wife, Kimberly Michelle Barsocchi, who he shared 30 years of faithful marriage, daughter Kristin Michelle Moseley,...
Linda Ann Bass
Jan 18, 2025
Linda Ann Bass, 82, of North Little Rock, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, January 18, 2025. She was born September 12, 1942 in Houma, Louisiana to Leslie and Delores Harson.
Linda grew up in a large Cajun family in the home her father built in Houma. Linda practiced her commitment to helping others and giving back to her...
Gladys M. Curtis
Jan 18, 2025
Gladys May Mitchell Curtis, entered this life on December 16, 1934. She was the middle child of three daughters born to a railroad man (MO-PAC) and a staunch Baptist Wife.
She graduated high school in 1953, from then, North Little Rock High, and soon married the only man she would ever love, John Hanley Curtis. As a young woman, she was...