Larry Watkins Bartow

Larry Watkins Bartow

Nov 19, 2024

Larry Bartow, 74, of Mena, AR passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024. He was born on November 7, 1950, to Retha Bartow. He was married to Donita Smallwood Bartow on May 15, 1971. He’s a 1969 graduate of Acorn High School. He worked at US Motors/Nidec for over 44 years. 

He is preceded in death by his son, Bobby Bartow; Mother,...

Gloria Louise Crossland

Gloria Louise Crossland

Nov 19, 2024

Gloria Louise Crossland went to be with the Lord on November 19, 2024. Born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on August 15, 1930, Gloria grew up on a diary farm and spoke fondly of the life there with her parents, Luther Dale and Isla Housholder, and her siblings. She was a mother of five children, grandmother to six, and great grandmother to...

Donna Partee Spears

Donna Partee Spears

Nov 19, 2024

Donna Partee Spears, age 70, of Glenwood, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

She was born on January 5, 1954 in Peoria, Illinois. She was the daughter of Walton "Cotton" Howard Partee and Gertie Mae Grooms Neal. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jack Spears; her son, Charles McLean; her infant sister,...

Danny J. Burke

Danny J. Burke

Nov 18, 2024

Danny J. Burke, age 74, of Glenwood, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 18, 2024.He was born March 1st, 1950 in Amity, AR. He was the son of J.D. and Viola Spears Burke. He was preceded in death by his parents. On March 30, 1974, he married his true love, Ruby. They then shared 50 wonderful years...

Denzil Navolt, Sr.

Denzil Navolt, Sr.

Nov 18, 2024

Denzil H. “Denny” Navolt, Sr., 84, of Romance, Arkansas, went to his final rest at his home on November 18th, 2024. He was a father, Navy man, engineer and proud member of the Susanville Indian Tribe. 

Denzil was born December 13th, 1939, to Charlotte & Otto Navolt in Cathlamet, Washington. He served in the Navy from 1956 to 1969 and was...

Ronald Lynn Wright

Ronald Lynn Wright

Nov 18, 2024

Ronnie Wright of Bauxite, Arkansas, born on November 22nd 1951; passed away on November 18th 2024; he is at rest after several battles with cancer. He passed peacefully in his home with Vicki Wright, his wife of 44 years, holding his hand.

Ronnie was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard and had retired from International Paper after 44...

Fred Hawthorn

Fred Hawthorn

Nov 18, 2024

Fred David Hawthorn, age 69, of Hot Springs, AR passed from this life on 11/18/24. Fred was born to Jerry Glenn Hawthorn and Susie “Bea” (Taylor) Hawthorn in Malvern AR. 

 Fred is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Cecelia (Partain) Hawthorn; two sons: Kyle Hawthorn (Tasha) of Hot Springs and Drew Hawthorn (Hannah) of Springdale; four grandchildren: Lacie Smith...

Wayne Latten Bradford

Wayne Latten Bradford

Nov 17, 2024

Wayne Latten Bradford, age 49, of Azle, Texas passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024. 

He was born on November 18, 1974, in Santa Rosa, CA. He was the son of Pete Bradford and Nancy Gillespie Bradford. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Wayne was a wonderful husband, father, brother, son, cousin, uncle, and friend. If he was not working,...

Melvin "Sonny" Gildner, Jr.

Melvin "Sonny" Gildner, Jr.

Nov 17, 2024

Melvin "Sonny" Carl Gildner, Jr., Age 87, of Searcy, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024. He was born December 2, 1936, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin "Jiggs" and Helen (Miller) Gildner. 

Carl loved electronics and was self-employed working as a repair technician in TV, radio and sound since high school. His interests also...

Timothy Randall Denny

Timothy Randall Denny

Nov 17, 2024

Timothy (Tim) Denny received his new orders on November 17, 2024, and reported to duty in his Lord’s Kingdom. At 5:33 am that morning he departed his worn body that had been fighting pancreatic cancer for seventeen long months and received his perfect new body in his heavenly home, all of which were prepared just for him, by God. The...

Barbara Jane Shaw

Barbara Jane Shaw

Nov 17, 2024

Barbara Jane Shaw passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 17, 2024,  at the age of 84. Barbara was born on July 8, 1940, in Anthony, New Jersey, to Orin Wilson Shaw and Lylian Agusta Wittman Shaw. Barbara was a woman of great character and warmth, whose presence enriched the lives of those around her. Barbara’s journey...

Jonathan Michael Lavender

Jonathan Michael Lavender

Nov 17, 2024

Jonathan Michael Lavender, a beloved son, grandson, and friend, passed away on November 17, 2024 following a brave battle with diabetes. Born on June 13, 1981, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Jonathan brought joy and love to all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Jonathan was unequally generous and loving, known for his selfless acts of kindness. He had a remarkable...

Scott Lauderdale

Scott Lauderdale

Nov 16, 2024

Scott Lauderdale, born on November 1, 1971, in North Little Rock, Arkansas, left this world November 16, 2024, but not without leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him. A devoted husband, proud father, and spirited brother, lived his life with a vibrant laughter that echoed well beyond the walls of his...

Everett Wilson

Everett Wilson

Nov 16, 2024

Everett Edward Wilson was born on June 26, 1925. He went to be with the Lord on November 16, 2024 at the age of 99. The oldest of 5 children, he was born into poverty in a one-room cabin in Dabney Arkansas to Charlie and Dovie Miller Wilson. During the Great Depression, his family moved to Parkdale Arkansas and worked...

Craig Brian Helvey

Craig Brian Helvey

Nov 14, 2024

Craig B. Helvey, 63, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024. Born on December 18, 1960, Craig was a cherished son, brother, and friend. Craig was preceded in death by the love of his life, Loretta Keener. He is survived by his brothers, Bruce and Mark; sisters, Debbie and Kathy, his youngest sister Angie, who preceded him...

Kay Suzette Hardage Burns

Kay Suzette Hardage Burns

Nov 14, 2024

Kay Suzette Hardage Burns, age 72, passed away November 14, 2024. She was born December 31, 1951 in Malvern to J R Hardage, Sr, and Novella Shuffield Hardage. 

Kay attended Bismarck High School where she excelled in academics and was a model student. Those honors earned her a scholarship to Henderson State College where she received a BSE in English. During...

John Alec Goodin

John Alec Goodin

Nov 13, 2024

John Alec Goodin, 90, passed away November 13, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife, Wanda, son Chris, daughter Sherry Smith, and sister Sue Millikan (Dwayne). He is survived by his son Randy, grandsons Shawn Goodin and Greg Smith, brothers Howard (Marilyn), David (Sharon), and sisters Jane Musick (Jimmy) and Sandy (Marv).

John was a devout Christian and song leader in...

Dorothy Jean Owens

Dorothy Jean Owens

Nov 13, 2024

Dorothy Jean Owens, 100, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024, at her home in Beebe, Arkansas. Jean was born February 22, 1924, in Butlerville, Arkansas to parents, John Sherrill Williams and Ada Ethel Cox Williams. She graduated from Beebe High School in 1942, then attended college for a year and a half before marrying John E. Owens, Jr. in...

Zelma Verdean Gray

Zelma Verdean Gray

Nov 13, 2024

The angels called Zelma "Verdean" Elliott-Fleck-Gray, aged 86, home on November 13, 2024, in Fort Myers, Florida. Born on January 6, 1938, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family and her role as a homemaker.

Verdean is survived by her loving daughter, Beth Fleck of Lehigh Acres, Florida; Stepson Jack (Amy) Gray of Yellville, Arkansas; sisters, Jetta Masters...

Connie Waller

Connie Waller

Nov 13, 2024

Connie Waller, age 92, of Glenwood, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 13, 2024.

She was born in Dubuque, Iowa, on August 5, 1932. She was the daughter of Clifford and Effie Walser. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob Waller; and her grandson, Micah Waller.

Connie married the love of her life, Bob, on...