Cindy Powell

Cindy Powell

Dec 1, 2024

Cindy Powell, a cherished member of the community, passed away on December 1, 2024, at the age of 49. Born on September 16, 1975, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to Charles and Faye Chapmond.

For over 28 years, Cindy devoted her life to the education and well-being of children in the Lake Hamilton School District. She was known for her ability to...

John M. Ketcher

John M. Ketcher

Dec 1, 2024

A loving and generous son, brother, husband, father and “Pea-Paw”, John Morrell Ketcher, passed December 1, 2024. John was born January 1, 1944 in Little Rock. He grew-up in North Little Rock and graduated from Park hill Elementary, Jefferson Davis Jr. High and Old Main High Schools. He attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville as an art major.

John served...

Mia and Vivian St. Pierre

Mia and Vivian St. Pierre

Nov 30, 2024

On November 30th, Mia Embrey and Vivian Marie, twin baby girls of Hannah and Mark St. Pierre, were born into this world and carried into Heaven. From the moment they were known, their lives became a journey of profound meaning and unconditional love. This devotion echoed through the halls as compassionate nurses and physicians cared for the couple, while friends...

Constance Patricia Garrett

Constance Patricia Garrett

Nov 30, 2024

Constance Patricia Garrett of Friendship, Arkansas transitioned to heaven Saturday November 30, 2024 at Baptist Health in Arkadelphia. 

She was born January 20, 1929 to Florence Grangel and Edwin Osgood in Old Town, Maine. She was later adopted by her Stepfather WIliam Lee when the family relocated to Arkadelphia, Arkansas, when Connie was in High School. She graduated from Arkadelphia High...

Alvin Lehman Purdy

Alvin Lehman Purdy

Nov 30, 2024

Alvin Lehman Purdy, 86, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away November 30, 2024. He was born on July 17, 1938, in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Lehman and Elsie Purdy. 

He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary Purdy; son, Michael Purdy; brothers, John Robert Purdy and Thomas Gayle Purdy. Alvin is survived by his children, MeChelle...

Theresa Baldwin

Theresa Baldwin

Nov 30, 2024

Theresa Baldwin, born on August 10, 1955, departed this world on November 30, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Known for her warm spirit and her unwavering devotion to family, Theresa touched the lives of many throughout her journey.

She was the beloved mother of Johnny Baldwin, Chad Baldwin (Sarah), and Corey Baldwin (Jessica). Her role as...

Emma "Jeanie" Fendley

Emma "Jeanie" Fendley

Nov 30, 2024

Emma "Jeanie" Fendley, age 74, of Amity unexpectedly went home to be with Jesus Saturday, November 30th. She was born January 7, 1950 in Hot Springs to Marion Virgil and Arvelee Teague. She married Roy Fendley, June 8, 1993 and they proved to be a perfect match. She was an amazing cook, and enjoyed being home and caring for her...

Barbara F Adams

Barbara F Adams

Nov 29, 2024

Tribute for Barbara Fischer Adams

Survival: World War II, Germany

Born on December 20, 1925, in Silesia, Germany to Theodore and Frieda Fisher, my mother was but a young girl ‘Junges Mädchen’ between the ages of 13 and 18 in the vortex of the violent maelstrom of World War II and the horrors of the Third Reich. There are many stories that...

Melvin Thomas “Tom” Spann

Melvin Thomas “Tom” Spann

Nov 29, 2024

Capt. Melvin T. “Tom” Spann USMC, 83, of Benton, Arkansas, took his final flight to his heavenly home on November 29, 2024. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Tom’s legacy of service, kindness, and humor will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Tom was born on April 21, 1941, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the...

Robert E. Glass, Sr.

Robert E. Glass, Sr.

Nov 28, 2024

Robert E. Glass, Sr., age 62, of Okolona passed away November 28, 2024. Robert was born in Montgomery County, Maryland. He loved football (Washington Redskins, Baltimore Orioles, and Arkansas Razorbacks). Robert enjoyed spending time with his family. He lived for cooking, fishing, camping, cruise ships, riding four wheelers, and his two (dogs) fur babies, Buddy and Ollie.

 He was preceded in...

Carolyn Wilcox

Carolyn Wilcox

Nov 28, 2024

Carolyn Hills Wilcox, age 80, of Little Rock, passed away on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024. 

She was born May 15, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Fielding and Allene Hills. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Mary Jane “Janie” Marsh; brother, Thomas E. Hills, Sr.; brother-in-law, Thomas “Tommy” Marsh; and nephew Thomas E. Hills, Jr.

Carolyn is survived by two...

Ruby Louise Foster Worley

Ruby Louise Foster Worley

Nov 28, 2024

Ruby Louise Foster Worley, age 76 of Hot Springs, AR, passed away on Thursday November, 28, 2024. She was born April 12, 1948 in Des Arc, AR to Oliver Roy and Mildred Foster.

Ruby was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul Worley; and brother, John Foster.

Survivors include her daughter, Heidi Bratton (Johnny),Granddaughters, Hope Bratton, and Faith Jones (Caleb); one...

Karen Woods

Karen Woods

Nov 28, 2024

Karen Woods, age 91, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in her home with family beside her. 

She was born on July 20, 1933, in Wendell, Idaho. She was the daughter of Fredrick Wilhem Hanson and Sarah Louise Ridge Hanson. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joseph David Woods; her sister, Barbara O'Hara; and her brother,...

Frances Duncan

Frances Duncan

Nov 28, 2024

Frances Duncan 

Nov.28 1939 - Nov.28 2024

She went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, Nov. 28 2024 at the young age of 85.

She was proceeded in death by her father Doyan Davis, mother Rachel (Furr) Jones, and her beloved husband, Charles Elton Duncan. Two grandsons, Charles Donald Davis, and Kenneth Albert Hawk, Jr. One great granddaughter, Gabrielle Elise Duncan,...

Marsha Helen Crawford Treat

Marsha Helen Crawford Treat

Nov 27, 2024

Marsha Helen Crawford Treat, age 86, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home on November 27, 2024.

Marsha was born on February 9, 1938, the daughter of Nolan W. and Lois (Reagan) Crawford. She graduated from the University of Arkansas in June 1959 with a BSBA in Marketing/Business. She later attended several universities to obtain teaching certificates in Texas,...

Sheryll Richie

Sheryll Richie

Nov 27, 2024

Sheryll Jean Richie, 78, of Little Rock, passed away on November 27, 2024. She was born on October 19, 1946, to Harley and Betty Jo (Miller) Evans and married her husband, Timothy Lee Richie, in 1976. Sheryll had a big heart and loved her family dearly, raising five kids: Kimberly (Tim) Bennefeld from Conway, Kristopher Keltner from Little Rock, Kayce...

Jennifer Lee Townsley

Jennifer Lee Townsley

Nov 27, 2024

Jennifer Lee (Ringgold) Townsley age 39, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away surrounded by her family. Jennifer was born March 11, 1985, in Jacksonville, Arkansas to Don & Sadie (Smith) Ringgold and died on November 27, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee.

She pursued a career in nursing. First, she earned her LPN license, went on to get her Associates of Nursing, licensed as...

Mary Ellen Champlin

Mary Ellen Champlin

Nov 27, 2024

Mary Ellen Roland Champlin, age 91, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. 

Mary was the wonderful homemaker, full-time wife and mother, Christian friend and neighbor found anywhere. 

Born March 1, 1933, she grew up in Enola, Arkansas at Mt. Vernon and was the second born in a family of five...

Kelli Diane Taylor

Kelli Diane Taylor

Nov 27, 2024

Kelli Diane Taylor, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on November 27, 2024 . Born on October 11, 1959, in El Dorado, Arkansas, Kelli was a nurturing soul whose presence brought joy and warmth to everyone she encountered.

Kelli was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Peggy Davis, and her brothers, Steve Davis and Brian Davis.

Kelli...

Tommy Lee Cates

Tommy Lee Cates

Nov 26, 2024

Tommy Lee Cates, age 80, of McRae, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born in Beebe, Arkansas to Albert and Maxine (House) Cates.

Tommy was a truck driver for fifty years. He enjoyed coon, rabbit, and squirrel hunting, riding horses and loved his dogs. He had a great love for his family, especially the grandkids and great grandkids. He...