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Burl Edsel Jordan

Burl Edsel Jordan

Dec 6, 2023

Burl E. Jordan, Sr., 72, of Hazen, Arkansas passed away on December 6, 2023. He was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on February 13, 1951, to the late Seattle “Buster” Jordan, Sr. and Ida Marie Jordan.

He is preceded in death by his parents; the mother who raised him, Ethel Jordan; and daughter, Michele Annette Chaperon. Burl is survived by his...

Rhonda Whisenhunt McNully

Rhonda Whisenhunt McNully

Dec 6, 2023

 

Rhonda Whisenhunt McNully, age 50, of Farmington, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

She was born on December 15, 1972, in Hot Springs, the daughter of J.W. Whisenhunt and Hixie Irene Cook Whisenhunt.  She was preceded in death by her father.

Rhonda married the love of her life, Bruce McNully, on November 29, 1997. Rhonda was a former...

Charles Andrew "Chuck" King

Charles Andrew "Chuck" King

Dec 5, 2023

Charles Andrew King passed from this life on Tuesday December 5, 2023 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born May 26th 1956 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio to Paul Andrew and Rita Walters King. Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Elvira Desch King, his sister, Paula Ann King, and his beloved daughter, Della Rose King. Chuck is...

Margaret Annis Dawson

Margaret Annis Dawson

Dec 5, 2023

Margaret Annis Dawson, 79, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023. She was born on Little Rock, Arkansas on August 15, 1944 to Howard and Modine Millar.

 

Margaret’s family owned the diamond mine in Murfreesboro, Arkansas until they sold it in 1969.

 

Margaret taught speech pathology at Ouachita Baptist University and Henderson State University.  She...

Robert Patrick Shelton

Robert Patrick Shelton

Dec 5, 2023

Robert Patrick “Scooter” Shelton, age 71, died during his afternoon nap on December 5, 2023 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born December 14, 1951, in El Dorado, Arkansas, the youngest of four children born to Helen and Pat Shelton.

Scooter attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School then Rogers Junior high and graduated El Dorado High School class of 1970. He...

Mary "Bernia" Hedrick

Mary "Bernia" Hedrick

Dec 5, 2023

 

Momma, Mamaw, Grammaw, Sister, Aunt Bernie, Mrs. Hedrick, and also just Bernie to some.

 

Mary Hyberina Minyard Hedrick was born on March 20, 1926 to James Oscar Minyard and Mary Elizabeth Garrett Minyard in Garner, Arkansas. Bernie was born into the love a great big family—she was one of 14! She grew up on the family farm in...

Lloyd Luther Shirley

Lloyd Luther Shirley

Dec 4, 2023

Lloyd Luther Shirley, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2023, with his family lovingly by his side.

Lloyd was born in Gravel Ridge, Arkansas, on April 1, 1942, to Wilbur and Floy Owens Shirley. He attended grade school and high school in Sylvan Hills and graduated in 1960. After working for a year, he traveled to St. Paul,...

Angelia Kaye Bridger

Angelia Kaye Bridger

Dec 4, 2023

Angelia K. Riffle Bridger, (52), went to her eternal home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 4, 2023. Angie is survived by her parents, Bobbie and Wayne Riffle, several aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, numerous friends, and her beloved pets- Tux and Jack.

Though Angie was physically limited by a neuro-muscular disease all of her life, she was...

Denise Moore

Denise Moore

Dec 4, 2023

Denise Moore, 61, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023.

She was born September 12, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, to Johnny Moore and Mary Washington Moore..  She was a member of Baring Cross Baptist Church.  

She is predeceased by her parents and one brother, Carl Jones.

She leaves behind 3 daughters, Gabrielle Moore, Danyai Carter...

Sewel Edward Daniell

Sewel Edward Daniell

Dec 4, 2023

Sewel Edward Daniell, 95, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023.

He was born October 18, 1928, in Clark County, Arkansas, to Clarence and Alice Evans Daniell.  He was a member of Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church, and he worked as a farmer.

Sewell was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife: Nettie Blanche Huneycutt...

Danny Lee Goodman

Danny Lee Goodman

Dec 4, 2023

Danny Lee Goodman, Sr., age 78 of Beebe, died on December 4,2023.  He was born on June 20, 1945 in San Antonio, Texas to John and Elizabeth Goodman.

Danny owned and operated Danny Goodman Farm from 1972 to 2012.  He loved John Deere and loved the farm machinery business.

He is survived by 2 sons; Stevie Goodman and James Riley...

Jessie Orrell

Jessie Orrell

Dec 4, 2023

 

Jessie Orrell, age 75, of Hot Springs, passed away on December 4, 2023.

He was born on March 10, 1948, in Pearcy, the son of Levi Orrell and Cecil Reynolds Orrell. He is preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Austin Orrell and Kenneth Orrell.

Jessie was raised by loving nurturing parents during hard times, but he...

Dale Edward Duncan

Dale Edward Duncan

Dec 4, 2023

Dale Edward Duncan, 88 of Cabot, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2023.  He was born on October 28, 1935, in McRae to the late Clifford and Eula Duncan.

He was a member of Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Austin, Arkansas and served as a Deacon for 33 years.

Dale retired in 1993 after serving...

Rev. Robert Anderson McGee

Rev. Robert Anderson McGee

Dec 3, 2023

Robert Anderson McGee received his heavenly reward on December 3, 2023, at his home in Sherwood, Arkansas, at the age of ninety-three years. Robert was born to Jeff and Della McGee on March 12, 1930, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

At the age of eighteen, he was diagnosed with tuberculous and was placed in a sanatorium in Booneville, Arkansas. There God...

Irene Elizabeth Williams

Irene Elizabeth Williams

Dec 3, 2023

Irene Elizabeth (Barclay) Williams, age 79, of Alexander, went home to be with Jesus on December 3, 2023. She passed away peacefully at home with her loved ones in attendance.

Irene was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on May 3, 1944, to the late Ed and Eula Barclay of Alexander. She was the youngest of ten siblings. On March...

Levi Smith

Levi Smith

Dec 2, 2023

Levi Smith, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and recently living and teaching in the Little Rock, Arkansas area, passed away on December 2, 2023, at the tender age of 46.

He is survived by his mother, Moonyeen Hooper of New Orleans.  He was preceded in death by his father, Riley Franklin Smith, of Loveland, Colorado.

He leaves a great...

Alan Jay Droke

Alan Jay Droke

Dec 2, 2023

It is our privilege to share with you just a small portion of Alan’s life and convictions.  Fortunately, we have had many opportunities to know Alan and Donna very well.  As their church, we have been with them in countless church settings, in their home and other occasions.  Alan was the genuine article.  His kindness and gracious disposition were manifested...

Teddy Kelly

Teddy Kelly

Dec 1, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Ted Kelly, aged 85, a beloved resident of Cabot, Arkansas. He peacefully departed from this earthly realm on December 1, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on June 6, 1938, in Joplin, Missouri, Ted was the treasured son of Clarence and Margaret Kelly,...

Betty Joyce Gray

Betty Joyce Gray

Dec 1, 2023

Betty Joyce Gray was born September 14, 1939, in Pontotoc, Mississippi. She died Friday, December 1, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Mrs. Gray is survived by her husband of 68 years, J. E. “Bill” Gray; grandson, Heath Michael Gray; one brother, Richard Thomas Ferguson; and one sister, Carolyn Jean Green (Edward). She was predeceased by three sons, Michael Dwayne Gray,...

Demetrios Nick Manitzas

Demetrios Nick Manitzas

Dec 1, 2023

Demetrios Nick Manitzas was called home to the Lord on December 1, 2023, peacefully at his home.

Known as “Nick” by friends and as “Jimmy” when growing up in San Angelo TX, with siblings Marie, Mary, Frank, and George; he was the son of Nick and Sofia, Greek immigrants. 

Nick was a career employee of the US Postal Service for...

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