All Obituaries

Thomas Price Hamm

Thomas Price Hamm

Jun 5, 2024

Thomas Price Hamm passed away June 5th surrounded by a room bursting with family and friends.He was diagnosed with esophageal cancer almost a year to the day and inspired others with his amazing attitude even on his toughest days. And there were many. Every morning he’d start the day with Toby Keith’s song, “Don’t Let the Old Man In,” and...

Kelly Shadwick

Kelly Shadwick

Jun 5, 2024

Kelly Jean Shadwick, 58, of Hazen, Arkansas, went to see her Savior on June 5, 2024.  She was born November 1, 1965, in Beebe, Arkansas, to Doyle and Naomi Powell. Kelly was the beloved mother of Tanner Perry and Emily Perry, and cherished wife of Eddie Lynn Shadwick.

 

Kelly enjoyed living in the country and being at home.  She has gone...

Sharon Marie Hill

Sharon Marie Hill

Jun 5, 2024

Sharon Marie Hill, 82, of Benton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord June 5, 2024.  She was born May 12, 1942 in Portland, Oregon to the late George B. and Mary G. (Hines) Colby.

Sharon loved the Lord and devoted her life working for Him.  She was a member of Benton First Church of the Nazarene.  Sharon served alongside her...

Slade Alan Yarbrough

Slade Alan Yarbrough

Jun 4, 2024

Slade Alan Yarbrough

July 8, 1991 – June 4, 2024

In loving memory of Slade Alan Yarbrough, a compassionate and generous soul, who departed from us far too soon.

As a devoted father, son and brother, he exemplified love and selflessness in all he did.  Despite living a hard life, he recently made a significant change for the better, demonstrating his incredible resilience...

Kathy Vining DeLone

Kathy Vining DeLone

Jun 4, 2024

Kathy Vining DeLone, 71, a beloved resident of Little Rock, passed away on June 4, 2024 after a nearly 10 year battle with Lewy Body Dementia, a condition related to Parkinson’s Disease. 

 

She was born on October 18, 1952 to Donald Vining Sr and Peggy Caudle Vining in Lake Village, AR. She was the second of five children and moved to...

Margaret Ann King Harden

Margaret Ann King Harden

Jun 4, 2024

Margaret Ann King Harden, 88, of Cabot went to be with the Lord, June 4, 2024. She was born September 29, 1935 in Benton, AR to the late Bolin and Gertrude (Deal) King.

Survivors include her daughters: Dawn Renee’ Harden and Ember Laurel Harden Plumlee; grandsons: Joshua Bill Plumlee, Capt. Printer Zachary Plumlee (Skyla); Rev. James Matthew Zane Plumlee (Kyly); great-grandson,...

Frances Louise Eiseman

Frances Louise Eiseman

Jun 3, 2024

Frances Louise Eiseman passed away on June 3, 2024, after a battle with cancer.  She was 89 years old.  It would be wrong to say that she lost her battle, because she never stopped fighting.  In the words of a very wise woman, God needed her.

She was born on January 21,1935 in Delight, AR.  She spent her early years being...

Vickie Noble

Vickie Noble

Jun 3, 2024

Vickie E. Noble passed to her heavenly home on Monday, June 2, 2024. She left behind her beloved husband Sonny Noble. Vickie was preceded in death by her sons, Kerry and Danny Ray Tharp, and one grandson, Danny Tharp.

 

A memorial service at the graveside in Antioch will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks...

Billie "Bill" Ray Jones

Billie "Bill" Ray Jones

Jun 3, 2024

Billie Ray Jones was born on January 16, 1939 in Snowball, Arkansas to Fay and Cozette Jones. He passed from this life on June 3, 2024 at home with his family by his side. After attending college at The School of the Ozarks, Bill was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1961. He completed his basic training at Ft. Chaffee, AR...

Jeremy Lee Gossett

Jeremy Lee Gossett

Jun 3, 2024

Jeremy Lee Gossett, 37, left this world on June 3, 2024.  He was born on May 11, 1987, in Searcy, Arkansas to Angie Head and Jerry Gossett.  Jeremy will forever be remembered for his military service.  He served from 2007 until 2009 in the Marine Corps, and later joined the National Guard.  He loved fishing, playing sports, and hunting, as...

Barbara J. Henson

Barbara J. Henson

Jun 3, 2024

Barbara Jeane Price Henson, 84, of North Little Rock, AR passed away Monday, June 3, 2024. Born in Little Rock, AR, she was a registered nurse for Baptist Health and the North Little Rock School District for 42 years. 

During her long career as a nurse, she always had a passion and love for caring for children and babies. In retirement,...

Bette Ann Jacobs Bright (Woods)

Bette Ann Jacobs Bright (Woods)

Jun 2, 2024

With a never ending circle of love from family and friends, Bette Bright (Woods) crossed over to be with God and her husband, Jess “Woody” Woods on June 2, 2024.

Bette (original birth certificate was spelled Betty) was born to Ansel Dee “Buster” Jacobs and Okla Faye Buchanan Jacobs on June 9, 1929 in Hunt, AR.  Bette was raised in Lamar,...

Carey Gordon Swaim, Jr.

Carey Gordon Swaim, Jr.

Jun 2, 2024

  Gordon Swaim lived every minute of his 88 years to the fullest! He loved shocking people with his questions, making them laugh, think, and often reflect. He referred to himself as a spoon: stir things up, sit back and watch while they settled. Most all his family, friends, and sometimes strangers have fallen victim to a challenging question or...

Deborah Smith

Deborah Smith

Jun 2, 2024

Deborah Smith, age 64 of Hot Springs, passed away on June 2, 2024. Born on January 26, 1960, Deborah lived a life filled with love and faith. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Bruce Smith; mother, Joyce Hecke; and brother, Anthony Hecke.Throughout her life, Deborah exemplified unwavering devotion to her work and her community. Her dedication as...

Emogene Vonola Covington

Emogene Vonola Covington

Jun 2, 2024

Emogene Vonola Covington age 94 of Ward went to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024.  She was born on November 11, 1929, in England, Arkansas to John William King and Vonola Idell King.

She was an avid country dancer and had won many dance contests in Beebe and Cabot with her dance partner Harold Zbierski.

Emogene is survived by her...

Ruth Huffstutlar

Ruth Huffstutlar

Jun 2, 2024

Ruth Huffstutlar, 88, passed peacefully on June 2, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born January 20, 1936, to Clifton and Elizabeth Webb.  She was of the Baptist faith. Ruth was a cosmetologist, and owned two dress shops, Dean’s Fashions and RH Collections.

Ruth was affectionally known as “grandmother” to her family. She is survived by her son,...

Betty Ann Newman

Betty Ann Newman

Jun 2, 2024

Betty Ann Newman, a beloved soul cherished by her family, passed away on June 2, 2024, in Hot Springs, AR. Born on February 1, 1937, to the late John Raymond Stevens, and Mary Katherine Stevens.Betty was known for her quiet demeanor and gentle nature, epitomizing love and devotion towards her family. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life...

Ann Woods

Ann Woods

Jun 1, 2024

Ann Woods, 89, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on June 1, 2024, following a lengthy illness.

Ann was a graduate of Texas Christian University with a BSN and spent her career in public health for the State of Arkansas. Following retirement, she volunteered for Arkansas Hospice, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s Adult Respite Program, and many charitable projects with Park Hill...

Jerry Redding

Jerry Redding

Jun 1, 2024

Jerry Allen Redding, age 71, of Little Rock, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Ethel Lawrence on May 2, 1953.

He worked as a pharmacist for 35 years, most of which was for the Benton Services Center in Benton, Arkansas.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Linda Redding; mother, Ethel Lawrence;  sons, Carter...

Kathleen Conway

Kathleen Conway

Jun 1, 2024

Kathleen AvaAnne Sweeney Conway passed away at the age of 75 in Hot Springs, Arkansas on Saturday, June 1, 2024, with her husband of forty-one years by her side. Kathleen was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on May 20th, 1954, to Charles and Helen Sweeney. Her father proudly served in the United States Air Force, giving Kathleen the opportunity to live...

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