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Mary Ellen McElhaney

Mary Ellen McElhaney

Nov 12, 2024

Mary Ellen McElhaney, born on April 6th, 1935, in Paris, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on November 12th, 2024, at the age of 89. A talented seamstress for many years, Mary Ellen was known for her kind and welcoming demeanor.

She was employed by Kansas State University until retirement and spent countless hours as a seamstress, sewing and creating beautiful...

Nasser Khairi Filat

Nasser Khairi Filat

Nov 12, 2024

Nasser Khairi Filat, age 53, of Cabot, Arkansas, passed away on November 12, 2024. He was born on February 28, 1971, in Jacksonville, Arkansas.

Nasser is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Hanadi Alami-Filat, and their children: Reem Delgado-Marroquin (Brayan Delgado-Marroquin), Kary Filat, Layla Filat, and Jenna Filat. He is also survived by his father, Khairi I. Filat; his...

Anabel Rae Hathcote

Anabel Rae Hathcote

Nov 12, 2024

Anabel Rae Hathcote, loving mother and grandmother who was the rock of her family and a beloved member of her community, passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on July 30, 1935, in Oklahoma City, OK, she lived a life filled with love and devotion to her family and profession.

Anabel dedicated 44 years of her...

Verna Jean Presley

Verna Jean Presley

Nov 11, 2024

Jean Presley, age 72, passed away on November 11, 2024. She was born on December 4, 1951, in Searcy, Arkansas. 

She loved reading and doing crossword puzzles. Jean was also a U.S. Army Veteran.

Jean was preceded in death by her mother, Rebecca Grubbs; two sons Sean Darr and Dennis Presley; three sisters, Vollie Hester, Bessie Williams and Vaccol Holt; and one...

Jacqueline Green Downs

Jacqueline Green Downs

Nov 11, 2024

Jacqueline Green Downs, age 92, died on November 11, 2024 in Conway, Arkansas. She was born on October 13, 1932 in Lexington, TN, the daughter of James Hubert Green and Exie Estelle Johnson Green. She was predeceased by her husband, Bobby Neil Downs and son, Timothy Wayne Downs. 

She was a graduate of Little Rock Senior High (1959) and attended Arkansas...

John Reyes

John Reyes

Nov 11, 2024

John Reyes, 55, of Little Rock, was a beacon of joy, laughter, and endless stories. Born and raised in El Paso, he graduated from JM Hanks High School before making his way west to San Diego, where he spent nearly three decades turning friends into family and strangers into friends. His heart finally led him to Little Rock, and more...

Frances Elizabeth Means

Frances Elizabeth Means

Nov 11, 2024

Frances Elizabeth (Bessie)Means was born in Malvern, AR, on September 1, 1955. She graduated from Hendrix College and then attended Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, where she graduated as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. She returned to Little Rock, where she practiced at Baptist Health Hospital. While working as a CRNA, she attended the UALR School of Law at night...

Penelope "Penny" Lanning

Penelope "Penny" Lanning

Nov 10, 2024

Our beautiful mother, Penelope “Penny” Rae Lanning, joined the love of her life, Jerry, in heaven on November 10, 2024. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will be missed beyond measure.

Penny was born on September 18, 1941, in Fairbury, Nebraska to her late parents, Kenneth and Marjorie Bliss. She met Jerry on a blind date and...

Doris Rasnic

Doris Rasnic

Nov 10, 2024

 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Doris Marlene Rasnic, 88, who left us on November 10, 2024, at her home on Lake Hamilton, surrounded by her family. She was a woman of immense kindness, wisdom and humor, cherishing every moment spent with her loved ones. 

 Marlene was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on December...

Margaret "Peg" Ann Raebiger

Margaret "Peg" Ann Raebiger

Nov 10, 2024

Margaret A. Aspell Raebiger  “Peg“, 85, of Mabelvale, AR, passed away on November 10, 2024. She was born in Clementon, New Jersey on born November 12, 1938. Peg was an amazing mother and grandmother. 

She is survived by her children: Kim Gore (Kevin), Bob Raebiger (Kelly), and Jeanne Raebiger (Darrell);  grandchildren: Holly, Steven, Jacob Andrew. She is preceded by her loving...

Ada Elsberry Watson

Ada Elsberry Watson

Nov 10, 2024

Ada Elsberry Watson, 92, of Maumelle, Arkansas, passed away on November 10, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, Sam and Frankie Chappel Elsberry; sisters, Wilma Hanna and Juanelle Holmes; and brothers, J.C. Elsberry and Robert Elsberry.

Ada was born on September 7, 1932, in Carden Bottoms, Arkansas, with a delightful twist—she was a twin! Sam and Frankie were so surprised...

John "Greg" Parker

John "Greg" Parker

Nov 10, 2024



 

John Gregory “Greg” Parker, 57, of North Little Rock, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, November 10, 2024, with his loving wife, Mary Ann, by his side. He was born on May 13, 1967, in Crossett, AR to Johnny Parker and Donna Rogers.

Greg was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a skilled and dedicated carpenter, known for...

Harold Andrew Carson

Harold Andrew Carson

Nov 10, 2024

Harold  Andrew Carson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend,  passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on August 9, 1941, Harold was known for his warm heart, unwavering dedication to family, and deep-rooted values that he instilled in his loved ones.

Harold shared a remarkable journey of 43 years with his devoted wife, Linda,...

Jimmy Earl Shaw

Jimmy Earl Shaw

Nov 10, 2024

Jimmy Earl Shaw, age 74, of Arkadelphia passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. He was born December 13, 1949 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the late Earl Truman and Ina Belle (Runyan) Shaw. Jimmy Earl loved listening to Johnny Cash, sitting outside on his front porch, going out to eat, and seeing his friends at Group Living. 

 He is survived by numerous...

Sheena W. Johnston

Sheena W. Johnston

Nov 9, 2024

Sheena Wood Johnston, 77, of Little Rock, Ark., peacefully went to be with her Lord and Saviour on November 9, 2024. Born January 8, 1947, to William Johnston and Barbara Dickie Johnston in Glasgow, Scotland. She was the cherished younger sister to brothers Greer and Allan. Sheena pursued her nursing studies at Glasgow Western Infirmary, Scotland, and after caring for...

Jessie Hackler

Jessie Hackler

Nov 9, 2024

Jessie Lynn Bowman Hackler passed from this life and into the arms of Jesus on the evening

of November 9, 2024, surrounded by love. She was 99 ½ years young. She joined her beloved

husband of 64 years, Raymond Hackler, who preceeded her in death. She is survived by her

two children, Kathy Hackler Cooper and Stephen Hackler, both of Little Rock, brother,Lawrence

Bowman...

Thomas Allen Morris

Thomas Allen Morris

Nov 9, 2024

Thomas Allen Morris, 82, of Beebe, Arkansas passed away November 9, 2024. He was born September 8, 1942, to Orville Otto Morris and Dorothy Orene (Roberts) Morris in Leachville, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Bryson Morris; sisters, Luzella Mays, Phyllis Brandt, Clara Morris; and wife, Katherine Morris.

Thomas is survived by his brother, Jerry Morris; sons, Michael...

JoAnn Chandler Allen

JoAnn Chandler Allen

Nov 9, 2024

JoAnn Chandler Allen, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, September 25th, 1949, and passed away peacefully Saturday November 9th, 2024 at her home.

Joann met her current husband Pat in the fall of 1997. Together, they soon joined the Goldwing Roadriders motorcycle club. They had many enjoyable road trips together. In her spare time, she fell in love with country western dancing....

Larry Lofton Harwell

Larry Lofton Harwell

Nov 8, 2024

Larry Lofton Harwell, born on October 20, 1947, in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a cherished friend to many, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

Larry dedicated his career to the construction...

Betty Jean Massa

Betty Jean Massa

Nov 8, 2024

Betty Jean Massa, a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on January 15, 1939, in Arkansas, Betty was the daughter of Edward and Johnnie Whitehead.

Betty dedicated many years of her life to her career as a lab technician with Johnson and Johnson, a testament to her strong work...

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