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Melvin "Randy" Elia

Melvin "Randy" Elia

Jan 20, 2024

Melvin Randal Elia, 66, of England, passed away January 20, 2024.  Randy was born in Moline, Illinois to the late Serena (Kincher) and Dr. Jack Elia, Jr.

Randy was an avid Mississippi State Football fan.  He loved nature and all animals, especially cats.  He liked to feed the stray cats that hung around the church parking lot.

He always asked every cat...

Richard A. Ransom

Richard A. Ransom

Jan 20, 2024

Richard Allen “Rick” Ransom, 72 of Sherwood left this earth to be with our heavenly father on

January 20, 2024. Rick was born September 23, 1951 in Little Rock to the late P.J. and Helen

Ransom. Rick was a High School graduate of Jacksonville High School and went on to attend the

University of Arkansas at Little Rock where he obtained a Bachelor’s...

Rebecca Dawn Steier

Rebecca Dawn Steier

Jan 20, 2024

Rebecca Dawn Steier, 63, of Bismarck, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at her home.

She was born December 16, 1960, to Sherman Loy and Meathol Holt Loy.

Rebecca worked as a clerk for The Garland County Health Department.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, and she was an avid reader.  She also enjoyed watching The Andy Griffith Show and...

Jo Ellen Aylor Carmack

Jo Ellen Aylor Carmack

Jan 20, 2024

Jo Ellen Aylor Carmack was born to Roy and Leslie Aylor on August 12, 1928. She lived a love-rich and family-filled 95 years before passing on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

She married Claborn (Brandy) Carmack on February 28, 1945. They were married for 43 years and raised 7 beautiful children before his passing. She carried on being Jo Jo/ Mama Joe/...

Elmer Ray Story

Elmer Ray Story

Jan 19, 2024

Elmer Ray Story, 81, of Sherwood, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2024. He was born on July 30, 1942, in England, Arkansas to the late James B. Story and Nora L. Halcumb Story.  Elmer led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and service to his country.

In Elmer's early childhood, his family moved to Little...

Toland Jay Stelter

Toland Jay Stelter

Jan 19, 2024

Toland Jay Stelter, age 94, passed away on January 19, 2024, in Perryville AR. He was a beloved father, brother, and friend to many.

He was born on July 14, 1929, in Nashville, Arkansas, the son of Huey Calvin Stelter and Lela Zelma Ponder Stelter. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his five sisters Dovie Morris, Nola Tankersly,...

Billy "Bill" Mac Jackson

Billy "Bill" Mac Jackson

Jan 19, 2024

Bill Jackson, age 78, of Little Rock went to his heavenly home on January 19, 2024, at Baptist Hospital with family by his side.

Bill was the proudest of his faith and family. During his life, Bill was a dedicated nurse that loved working with children. He loved his family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, especially Louie Paul, who loved playing with...

Glenna L. White

Glenna L. White

Jan 19, 2024

Glenna L. White, age 90, of Bonnerdale, transitioned to her eternal home on January 19, 2024 and is now resting in the loving arms of Jesus. She was born November 29, 1933 in Bonnerdale, Arkansas to Louis Lessel and Audrey (Deaton) Buck.  

Other than her parents, Glenna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jabron White, whom she married...

Patsy Lee Lammers

Patsy Lee Lammers

Jan 19, 2024

Patsy Lee Lammers, age 78 of Pearcy went to be with her Lord Friday, January 19, 2024. Patsy was predeceased by her mother and father, Olen and Eddie Owens. 

Patsy loved being a devoted Christian serving God and helping anyone anyway she could. Patsy and Ken lovingly raised two sons. She enjoyed her Sunday school class and their monthly luncheons trying...

John Paul Novarese

John Paul Novarese

Jan 19, 2024

John Paul Novarese, 52, of McRae, Arkansas unexpectedly passed away on January 19, 2024. He was born December 30, 1971, in Memphis, Tennessee to Donna and John Edward Novarese.  

 

John was a loving father, devoted husband, and true friend. He was a hard worker that always provided for his family and never asked for anything in return. John was a...

Carlos "Kurt" Kennedy

Carlos "Kurt" Kennedy

Jan 18, 2024

Carlos “Kurt” Kennedy entered eternal rest on January 18, 2024.  He was born on July 15, 1946, in Hammond, Louisiana to Claude Alvin Kennedy and Violet Estelle St. Cyr Kennedy.  While growing up in nearby Springfield, his creative spirit and musical gifts manifested as he studied piano, dance, and sang in church.  He was also exposed to bluegrass and country...

Helen Larue Hall

Helen Larue Hall

Jan 18, 2024

Helen Larue Hall, age 85, of Amity passed away January 18, 2024.  She was born October 9, 1938 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Tilman and Allie (Childress) Hunt.

Other than her parents, Larue was preceded in death by her husband, Loyd D. Hall; brother, Delmore W. Hunt (Dean); and sister, Geraldine Hunt Tart (Eugene). 

She is survived by her brother, Emual E....

Lula Mae Shadwick Ensign

Lula Mae Shadwick Ensign

Jan 18, 2024

Lula Mae Shadwick Ensign was born on February 26, 1926, at home outside of St. Charles, Arkansas.   

She passed away on January 18, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas at the age of 97.  Lula lived all

her childhood around St. Charles and a place they call ‘the chute’ in the country.  She married Leroy

Ensign on July 6,1946 and had two sons Herman...

Edward E. Vanderburg

Edward E. Vanderburg

Jan 18, 2024

Edward E. Vanderburg, 75, of Little Rock departed this life peacefully on January 18, 2024, with his loving family by his side.  He was born in 1948 in Brinkley, AR to the late Doyle and Louise (Childers) Vanderburg, of Hunter, AR.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Tere Nelson Vanderburg; son, Dr. Jason (Sarah) Vanderburg of Little Rock;...

Anthony Zardo, Jr.

Anthony Zardo, Jr.

Jan 18, 2024

Anthony Zardo, Jr. (Tony), 75, of Beebe, Arkansas, went home to Heaven on January 18, 2024.  He was born in Santa Barbara, California on April 17, 1948.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Grace and Antonio Zardo of Santa Barbara.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Evans) Zardo; sons Brian (Erica) Zardo of Beebe, and Kevin (Roxi) Zardo of...

Pegie Gouldman Larrison

Pegie Gouldman Larrison

Jan 17, 2024

Pegie Gouldman Larrison of Little Rock passed away on January 17, 2024. 

A lifelong resident of Little Rock, Pegie attended Mount Saint Mary Academy and Little Rock University (now UALR), where she was a member of the Tri Delta sorority. She enjoyed a rewarding career in real estate and, along with her husband Tom, was a charter member of Christ The...

Patricia Ann Morgan

Patricia Ann Morgan

Jan 17, 2024

Patricia (Pat) Ann Marek Morgan, age 79,  of Bryant, Arkansas went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024.  Pat was born in Thornton, Arkansas to James & Louise Marek on May 11, 1944.  Pat was a graduate of Little Rock Central High and later went on to work for Arkansas Farm Bureau Insurance in...

James Harvey Douglass

James Harvey Douglass

Jan 17, 2024

James Harvey Douglass, 93, of Douglassville Addition in Little Rock, passed away January 17, 2024. He was born August 15, 1930 in Little Rock to James “Bill” W. and Marie Douglass. James was a longtime florist and had worked at several florists around the area and eventually owned his own, Red Barn Flowers and Gifts. He loved to sing and...

Lisa Ferguson Hall

Lisa Ferguson Hall

Jan 17, 2024

Lisa Ferguson Hall, 66 of Little Italy, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 17, 2024. She was born on June 14, 1957, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Allan and the late Mildred Jo Ferguson.

Lisa was an amazing and fun-loving wife, mother, GiGi and friend. She loved music, the beach, gardening, traveling and collecting rocks. She enjoyed...

Richard Doyle Hobbs

Richard Doyle Hobbs

Jan 17, 2024

Richard Doyle "Rick" Hobbs, 66, of Donaldson, Arkansas, passed from this life on January 17,2024, at CHI St. Vincent in Hot Springs. Rick was born January 19,1957, in Iowa City, Iowa. 

 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Pat Hobbs DeRossit; his father, Everett W. Hobbs and one sister, Jody Boldt. 

 

Rick proudly served his country in The United States Navy...

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