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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Jan 18, 2025

Thomas Kevin Maloney passed away on January 18, 2025. He was born in Virginia on August 15, 1958 to Thomas and Joanna Maloney.

Thomas is survived by his precious mother, Joanna; his wife of 27 years, Sandra, his children, Christopher Jason, Mark Maloney, Jennifer Lester, and Keri and JJ Hernandez. He was a beloved grandfather to Giselle, Emilia, Samantha, Jack, and...

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...

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...

Jan 18, 2025

  Margaret Fae Adams, born on Sept 19, 1938, in Anita, IA. was sent to her eternal home on Jan 18, 2025, in Conway, Arkansas, due to an illness. She was the beloved daughter of Ralph and Thena Fae Arnett.

 Margaret was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this...

Jan 18, 2025

Mary Frances Little passed away January 18, 2025, at the age of 87. She was born on the family farm in Polk County to Ruby Lee Little and Joseph D. Little on February 11, 1937. After graduating Mena High School in 1955 she moved to Shreveport, Louisiana to attend B.S. Ayers Business School. She worked after graduation from there at...

Jan 18, 2025

Lonnie Weatherford, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was born on December 6, 1943, and passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Throughout his life, Lonnie was known not only for his deep love for his family, but also for his kind spirit and generous heart.

He is survived by his beloved wife of...

Jan 18, 2025

Ruth Monita Earls, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away January 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on July 22, 1946, in Dallas, Texas, Ruth lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community.

Ruth devoted much of her life to her career as a line worker at the Sears factory. However, her true...

Jan 18, 2025

Pamela Joan Webster, a beloved registered nurse and cherished mother, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Bismark Arkansas. Born on June 24, 1951, in Michigan, Pamela dedicated her life to the service of others, making a significant impact through her work at the University Hospital in Colorado and in home health care in Arkansas.

Throughout her life, Pamela showed a...

Jan 18, 2025

Jerry Vernon Bass of McRae, Arkansas departed this world on January 18, 2025. He was born in Beebe, Arkansas on February 8, 1942, to Paul "Mutt" Bass and Ora Mae (Scroggs) of McRae.

He is survived by his wife Brenda, sons Glen (Traci) Bass of McRae and Sam (Felicia) Bass of Huntington, Tennessee, stepdaughter April (Chris) Rodgers of Beebe, and six...

Jan 18, 2025

Jan 17, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Gordon Kiehl, age 72, passed away peacefully at the University of Arkansas Medical Center on Friday, January 17, 2025, following a car accident. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Kiehl and Kathryn Grayson Scott and sisters, Diana Osburn, Kathy Brooks and JoAnn Carter. He is survived by sister, Sharon Kiehl, and brother Mel Scott. He...

Jan 17, 2025

LaVeta Janice Harrell Henley passed into the loving arms of her Savior on January 17, 2025. She was born at Cato, Faulkner Gap, Arkansas, June 16, 1933, as the seventh of nine children to the late Niler Wilber and Iva Orene Boyd Harrell. She was also preceded in death by her siblings Hulon Ray Harrell, Leona Estelle Henley (David), Zora...

Jan 17, 2025

Ray Burkhalter, 79, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1945 in Oklahoma to Elbert Burkhalter and Avis (Bynam) Kundysek, both of whom preceded him in death, along with his infant daughter, Shannon Burkhalter.

Ray proudly served in the United States Air Force.  Upon his honorable discharge, Ray worked many years as a real estate...

Jan 17, 2025

Our sweet "Papa," Donald Junior Parks, 91, born April 2, 1933, received his heavenly reward on January 17, 2025. He was the oldest child born to Donald and Ila Parks of Chelsea, OK. Don attended school in Bushyhead and Chelsea, OK, completing his education at Apostolic Christian School in Tulsa. Soon after, Don was drafted in the Army and spent...