LITTLE ROCK — Obituary deadlines
Because of production deadlines, obituaries for publication in Thursday’s editions must be submitted by 1 p.m. today. OBITUARIES Information for the obituaries and funeral notices below was supplied to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes.
INDEX
Some obituaries may appear in certain editions of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and not in others. This list shows the names of all people whose obituaries are in at least one edition. For obituaries not in this edition, please see our website, Arkansas Online, at arkansasonline.com/obituaries/.
PULASKI COUNTY
Mack “Trey” Armoster, 29, of Little Rock. Tyler Dewayne Cash, infant, of Mabelvale. Robert Francis Dane’el, 71, of Little Rock. William T. “Electric Bill” Hall, 59, of Jacksonville. Doris Barbee Hallum, 90, of Little Rock. Otema Okla Jennings, 90, of Little Rock. Brad Kennedy, 63, of North Little Rock. Tyrone Layne, 48, of Little Rock. Lashunda Leaks, 27, of North Little Rock. Melba June May, 83, of Little Rock. Freda Browning Northern, 94, of Little Rock. Eugene “Dale” Rogers, 81, of Maumelle. Dorothy Mae Sheridan, 83, of Mabelvale. Dwight A. Snow, 80, of Sherwood. Joyce D. Spencer, 86, of Little Rock. Carolyn Hutto Ward, 60, of North Little Rock. David Emerson Whitney, 92, of Little Rock. Terry Lynn Workman, 50, of North Little Rock.
ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS
ALEXANDER
Leroy Samuel Bennett, 87. Matt Carter, 29.
BATESVILLE
Charles Kenneth Smith, 81.
BENTON
Floyd Dale Keisler, 75.
BLYTHEVILLE
Rebecca “Becky” Temple, 62.
BRINKLEY
Thomas Carnett, 83.
BULL SHOALS
Evelyn Virginia Vartan, 76.
CABOT
David Franklin White, 69.
CAMDEN
Edgar Moore, 86.
CLINTON
William Marshall Watson Jr., 77.
CONWAY
Micah Maurice McDaniel, infant. Loretta Isibell McKee, 86. Dennis W. Myerscough, 69.
DeWITT
Nona Condray.
EAST END
Kenneth Taylor, 80.
FORDYCE
Martha Shockley Morgan, 84.
GLENWOOD
Arlos Oliver, 77.
HARRISON
LaVerne Grayson, 75.
HOT SPRINGS
Bethany Katharine Black Hinton, 95. Douglas Picard Watson, 46.
HUNTSVILLE
Itazo Socia, 92.
LONOKE
Corene Foster Perrine, 86. Chancey Wade Roark, 37.
MALVERN
Debra Beard, 57.
MELBOURNE
Gary David Beck, 63.
PARIS
Dula Mae Buck, 88.
PIGGOTT
Mary Lou Herren, 77.
PRESCOTT
Mary D. Rhineheart, 78.
QUITMAN
Orville Hubert Fullbright, 91.
ROVER
Roy Fay Colbert, 82.
SEARCY
Vera Jane Lair, 89. Sidney Duane McCampbell, 77.
SIDNEY
Danny Hamilton, 58.
STUTTGART
Flora Jean Roth, 98.
VILONIA
William Paul Mooser, 56. William “Mike” Poole, 50.
WYNNE
Vontilla Walls, 76.
OUT-OF-STATE
WEST MELBOURNE, Fla.
Cynthia “Cindy” Meech, 68.
WILMETTE, Ill.
Florence M. Glasson Haut, 88.
FORT WAYNE, Ind.
Tremell “Sally” Bradford, 57.
SHREVEPORT
James Acey Foyil, 83.
CROWLEY, Texas
Voyd Floyd Teague, 75.
CUERO, Texas
Mary Ann Scroggins, 78.
Pulaski County
MACK “TREY” ARMOSTER, 29, passed on September 20, 2012. Service will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 27, at First Assembly of God Church, (1002 Ridgeway Road, Pine Bluff, Arkansas). Burial in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Christian Way Funeral Home, (3705 West 6th Street). Visitation will be Wednesday, September 26, 2012 from 5-7 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
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•–––––TYLER DEWAYNE CASH of Mabelvale, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 21, 2012. Even though his time here on earth was short, it was very cherished. Tyler will always be loved and will never be forgotten. He will always be our sweet baby Angel.
He is survived by his parents Gary and Christy Cash; one sister, Kyleigh Cash; grandparents, Connie Stark and James Smith, Marie and Vern Stubbs, Danny and Sandra West, Gary Cash; great-grandparents, Buddy and Sue Skinner, Leroy Potts, Eva Britton, Barbara and Billy West, Vern and Barbara Stubbs.
Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, September 28, 2012 at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital, #1 Children’s Way. Little Rock, Ark. 72212. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.
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•–––––ROBERT FRANCIS DANE’EL, 71, Little Rock, died on September 21, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father, Eddie Hall; his mother, Mary Lou; one brother; and three sisters. He is survived by his children, Mosi Dane’el and Asha Dane’el, and four sisters. Arrangements by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.
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•–––––WILLIAM T. “ELECTRIC BILL” HALL born July 16, 1953, passed from this life on Friday, September 21, 2012. He was a longtime time employee of A.O. Smith and a 10-plus-year charter member of the Thunder Heads M.C. He is survived by his fiancée Pam “Pepper” Heavner; two sons, William Luke Hall, Lee Edward Hall; daughter, Amber Michelle Hall-Harris; and grandson, Bonham Harris. Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home & Crematory (501) 982-2136. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.
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•–––––DORIS McMILLAN BARBEE HALLUM joined our Lord in heaven on September 24, 2012. Hers was a life of giving and serving, especially through her church, Ironton Baptist. She was very addicted to her camera. Doris was born April 10, 1922 in Palestine to Cecil and Dollie McMillan.
She was preceded in death by her husband, JW Hallum; her parents; her brother Conner McMillan; her sisters Mary Jane Spurgers and Mathalee Kirkland. She is survived by one sister, Shirley Gentery; two sons, Buck (Sue) Barbee and Allen (Donna) Barbee; and one daughter, Rovilla Barbee (C.E. Jr.) Bennett. She had seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren plus a host of nieces and nephews and extended family and friends, all whom will miss her dearly.
A service to celebrate her life and victory in Jesus will be held at Ironton Baptist Church at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 27, with Brother Sidney Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in Ironton Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26 at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy. 5 North, Alexander, Ark. 72002. Pallbearers will be Chad McMillan, Brett McMillan, Charlie Hall, James Lavender, Johnny Bennett and Jimmy Bennett. Please share your memories of Mrs. Doris at www. griffinleggettforesthills.com.
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•–––––OTEMA OKLA JENNINGS, 90, of Little Rock, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2012. She was born on October 21, 1921 in Umpire, Arkansas to William and Emer (Thornton) Davis. She was a member of the Agape Church in Little Rock.
Survivors include her son, Ronnie (Carol Ann) Jennings of Little Rock; daughters, Diane (Dale) Kirtley of Conway and Patricia “Pat” (Jimmy) Walthall of Orlando, Florida; grandchildren, Ronnie (Laura) Jennings, Jr., Amy Walthall, Jason Walthall, Jeanette (Jonathan) Wilson, Michael Kirtley, and Robin Jackson; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Albert F. Jennings, daughter, Nelda Ashby, two brothers and one sister.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2012 at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, officiated by Chaplain Pat Singler. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.), Little Rock. Memorials may be made to one’s favorite charity.
Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Jennings’ online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com. –––––
•–––––BRAD KENNEDY, 63 of North Little Rock passed away Sunday, September 23, 2012. He was born August 17, 1949 to John B. and Opal Dillon Kennedy in Little Rock. Brad loved his family, and was a loving father, son and grandfather. He loved computers and was the owner of Housecalls for PC’s.
He was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his daughter, Shannon Brooks and her husband Bryan of Sherwood; father, John B. Kennedy; brother, John Kennedy, Jr; grandchildren, Noah and Avery Brooks; and host of other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Griffin Leggett-Rest Hills Memorial Park, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock (501) 835-3515. The online obituary, guestbook, and, memorial tribute are available at www.griffinleggettrsthills.com.
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•–––––TYRONE LAYNE of Little Rock, Ark., born August 3, 1964 and passed September 21, 2012. He is survived by two brothers, Tyree Layne III, Tyrell (Tyra) Layne; two sisters, Elvenia Layne, Diana (Kirk) Layne Jordan; a host of other relatives and friends. Family Hour will be Friday, September 28, 2012 at Gunn Funeral Home Little Rock Chapel from 7-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be Saturday, September 29, 2012, 11 a.m., Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 2221 Broadway, Little Rock, Ark. 72206. Service entrusted to Gunn Funeral Home, 4323 W. 29th, Little Rock, Ark. 72204. (501) 660-4323.
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•–––––LASHUNDA LEAKS, 27, of North Little Rock passed on September 24, 2012. Loving memories left to mother, Angela Leaks; brother, Antonio Leaks; grandmother, Judy Hair-Colbert; aunts, Diane (Charles) Caruthers, Opal Leaks, Patricia Pearson, and Charlene Jones; uncles, Tom Pearson, Jerry Pearson, and Michael Pearson. Lashunda will lie in state September 28, 2012, 1-6 p.m. at Superior. Homegoing celebration September 29, 2012, 1 p.m. at Superior Chapel. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, (501) 945-9922. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”
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•–––––MELBA JUNE MAY, 83, of Little Rock passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012. She was a member of Winfield UMC in Little Rock. As a young lady, she lived in California doing runway modeling. She also worked as a manager of the Ralph Lauren Clothing Department for Parks Belk in Bristol, Tennessee for 15 years and was the leading salesperson for many of those. She also appeared in commercials for Parks Belk. She loved her children and grandchildren more than anything. Her little dog Gizmo always held a special place in her heart.
She is survived by her daughter, Pamelea May, of Little Rock, Arkansas; son, David May and wife, Selina, of Montgomery, Texas; daughter, Della May-Taglia, of Conroe, Texas; six grandchildren, Amber Paysinger, Whitney Paysinger, Joshua Taglia, Devon Westwood, Brittany May, and Savannah May-Taylor; four greatgrandchildren, Blake, Tommy, Katie, & McKenzie. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harold David May.
Memorials may be made to Winfield UMC, 20100 Cantrell Rd., Little Rock, Ark. 72223. A Memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Friday at North Little Rock Funeral Home. Burial will be in Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.
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•–––––FREDA BROWNING NORTHERN, 94, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 24, 2012. She was born February 12, 1918 in Benton to Samuel E. and Pearl Lee Browning. She was a homemaker and lifetime member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 60 years, Addison Oliver Northern Jr. She is survived by son, Bud Northern and wife Sharon of Little Rock; two grandchildren, Blayne Northern of Cabot and Nikki Chumley and husband Brett of Bryant; and five great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, 5800 West 12th Street. Graveside services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at Rose Lawn Memorial Park in Little Rock. The family would like to thank the staff of Good Shepherd for extending her life with love and care. Mrs. Northern’s online guestbook is available at www. griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.
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•–––––EUGENE “DALE” ROGERS, 81, Maumelle, departed this life September 22. Survivors, four sons; three daughters; three siblings; Special friend Ophelia Parks. Funeral services 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept 29, Trinity Grove Baptist Church, 14208 Old Maumelle Road, Maumelle. Visitation 6-7 p.m., Friday at funeral home. Interment Perkins Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Conway. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––DOROTHY MAE SHERIDAN, 83, of Mabelvale passed away peacefully on September 24, 2012 at Ridgewood Health & Rehab in Benton. Graveside service is 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at McPherson Cemetery in the Sardis Community. Memorial contributions may be made to Fairview Missionary Baptist Church, 26401 S. Fairview Rd., Hensley, Ark. 72065. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.
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•–––––DWIGHT A. SNOW, 80, of Sherwood died Monday, September 24, 2012. Dwight was born January 19, 1932 in Trujillo, N.M. to Leonard and Bertha Green Snow. He was a U.S. Army veteran and retired as the laundry plant manager for the VA Hospital after 41 years of service.
Dwight is survived by his wife of 48 years, Olive Snow of Sherwood; children, Debbie Williams (Darrell) of Little Rock, Rhonda Truesdale (Hal) and Cyndie Huntsman (Matt), both of Rio Rancho, N.M., Shanda Turman (Bill) of Silver City, N.M. and Dwight E. Snow of Sherwood; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and siblings, Leola Vernice Lengel of Placerville, Calif., Lenora Larkins of Palm Desert, Calif., Leon Snow of Belen, NM and Marion Vernon Snow of Perris, Calif.
The Graveside Service will be at 12 noon, today, Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery with Rev. Michael Qualls officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sherwood Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1402 E. Kiehl Ave., Sherwood, Ark. 72120.
Arrangements by Sherwood Funeral Home, 7515 Warden Road, Sherwood, Ark. 72120 (501) 835-9200. To sign Mr. Snow’s online guestbook visit www.sherwoodfuneralhome. com.
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•–––––JOYCE D. SPENCER, 86, of Little Rock, passed away Monday, September 24, 2012. Visitation will be this evening, Wednesday, from 6-8 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Services will be Thursday, September 27 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by interment at Roselawn Memorial Park. The full obituary will be published in tomorrow’s edition. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Spencer’s online guestbook may be signed at www. littlerockfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––CAROLYN HUTTO WARD, 60, of North Little Rock went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, September 24, 2012 after a short illness. Carolyn was born October 13, 1951 and was a member of the Summit Church, the Rebecca Lodge, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and the I00F Lodge.
She is survived by her son, Eddie Ward; mother, Anne H. Griffin, of Plain Dealing, Louisiana; loving aunt, Patsy and husband, Gene Stephens of Benton, Louisiana; uncle, L.M. and wife, Peggy Harville, of Plain Dealing, Louisiana; and a host of loving cousins and extended family. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.L. Ward; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Harville and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Hutto.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bulgaria Orphan Ministry c/o The Summit Church, 6600 Crystal Hill Road, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72118.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m., Thursday at The Summit Church. Burial will be in Edgewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www. nlrfh.com.
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•–––––DAVID EMERSON WHITNEY, 92, of Little Rock, died on September 24. He was born March 6, 1920, to Lucretia Haynes Whitney and Erle Whitney in Kansas City, Mo. David was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Smith Whitney; a sister, Bettye Whitney Malm, and a brother, Thomas Haynes Whitney. Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 28, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at Second Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. –––––
•–––––Terry Lynn Workman, 50, of North Little Rock departed this life Tuesday, September 18, 2012. She is survived by one son, Desmond (Stephanie) Workman; mother, Mosetta (James) Criswell; sister, Pam Smith; two grand-daughters; nephew; other relatives and friends. Funeral Services, 11 a.m., Friday, St. Stephens Baptist Church, Dixie Addition. Visitation: 2-6 p.m., Thursday, Hubble Chapel. Funeral Services entrusted to Hubble Funeral Home, 374-3134.
Arkansas
ALEXANDER — Leroy Samuel Bennett, 87, passed away September 24, 2012. Services will be today, Wednesday, at 10 a.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court (northwest corner Interstate 630 and Barrow Road), followed by interment with Military Honors at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Bennett’s online guestbook may be signed at www. littlerockfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––ALEXANDER — Matt Carter, 29, of Alexander who was a loving father, son and brother went to be with our Lord and Savior September 22, 2012. He was born on July 19, 1983, to Edward Carter and Debra Duran in Benton, Ark. Matt loved living his life to the fullest; he loved hunting, fishing, going to the lake and 4-Wheeler riding. He was the owner and operator of County Line Pawn Shop. Matt spent his final days surrounded by his family and his beautiful daughter.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Fred and Ocie Duran and Lewis Merlin Carter. Matt is survived by his loving daughter, Kinley Nichole Carter; mom, Debra Duran; father, Edward (Andy) Carter (Janet Faulkner); brother, Mark Carter (Dr. Leah); grandparents, Conrad and Leona Carrigan and Dee Pagan; his beloved best friend and mother of his daughter, Kenzie Robinson, and a host of family and friends who all loved him and will miss him dearly.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 28, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a Scholarship Fund for Kinley Nichole Carter at Arvest Bank in Bryant or to the Prescriptions Drug Abuse Prevention, Grant County Board, 258-Grant 74, Sheridan, Ark. 72150. To sign Matt’s online guest book visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome. com.
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•–––––BATESVILLE — Charles Kenneth Smith of Batesville passed away at his home on Monday, September 24th. Born in Sulphur Rock on December 8, 1930, he was the son of George and Bertha Smith of Sulphur Rock. He was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. Charles was a graduate of Sulphur Rock High School in 1949 and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War until 1955.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Smith of the home, one daughter, Vicky Crosby Crouch of Batesville, and two sons, Dr. Kenneth Smith of Russellville and Bob Smith of Longmont, Colo. He has three grandchildren, Mika Richardson of Southside, Craig Smith of Little Rock, Lauren Smith of Fort Smith, and two great-grandchildren, K’Leigh Richardson of Batesville and Laila Smith of Little Rock.
Charles was employed in the construction business for nearly 50 years and a member of the North Heights Church of Christ.
Pallbearers are Craig Smith, K’Leigh Richardson, Mika Richardson, Lauren Smith, Jared Richardson, Al Crouch, John David Morgan, and Ronnie Brooks. Honorary pallbearers are Bill Martin and Keith Davis.
Visitation is from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville. Graveside services will follow immediately at Sulphur Rock Cemetery officiated by Tom Tackett. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––BENTON — Floyd Dale Keisler, age 75, was born September 13, 1937, in Leola, Ark., to the late Martin Ongelo Keisler and Lena Williams Keisler. The Lord called him home to Heaven September 24, 2012 at the Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Ark. Floyd loved the Lord and was a dedicated Christian and a member of Forest Hills Missionary Baptist Church.
Floyd attended Leola, White Hall, and Pine Bluff Schools. He served in the Arkansas National Guard from February 28, 1955, through February 26, 1957. Later he served in the Army National Guard in Waxahachie, Texas, from February 1957 through February 1960. He received honorable discharge from the United States Army Reserve April 30, 1963.
In addition to his parents, Floyd was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Keisler. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Roberts Keisler; five children, Barbara Renee Lewis, Randy Keisler and wife, Sherry, Daleene Drennan, Jarrod Roberts and wife, Laura, and Joseph Roberts; nine grandchildren, Peter Welchman, Lindsay Welchman Rone, Jennifer Keisler Offutt, Stephanie Keisler Davidson, Chris Wooten, K.D. Wooten Ferguson, Jake Drennan, J.D. Roberts, and Jacy Roberts; seven great-grandchildren, Jaxon Welchman, Haley Davidson, Makenzy Davidson, Cade Offutt, Charis Offutt, Spencer Drazic, and Reagan Rone; and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2012, at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047) with Bro. Mark Blakely and Bro. Jacob Bagby officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, Ark. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.
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•–––––BLYTHEVILLE — Becky Temple, 62, of Blytheville died Sunday, September 23, at home. Survived by daughter, Kerry Mitchem; father, Robert Donnell Sr.; sister, Karen Qualls; one grandson. Graveside services will be September 26, 10 a.m., Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation, September 25, 6-8 p.m., Cobb Funeral Home. Online register may be signed at cobbfuneralhome. com.
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•–––––BRINKLEY — Thomas Carnett, 83, died Monday. Survivors, children, Buddy Carnett, Mike Carnett, Eddie Whiting, Susan Carnett, daughter-in-law, Bridgett Carnett, three grandchildren, Christopher, Blaine and Jalin Carnett, Ty Whiting. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home, Brinkley. Services 11 a.m. Thursday, Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Brinkley. Guestbook www. bobnealandsons.com.
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•–––––BULL SHOALS — Evelyn Virginia Vartan, 76, of Bull Shoals died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 in Gassville. A memorial service will be Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Conner-Hankins Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www. conner-hankinsfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––CABOT — David Franklin White, 69, of Cabot, died Sunday, September 23, 2012. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and worked for the Arkansas Highway Department. He enjoyed working in his yard. Graveside is 11 a.m., Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at Arkansas State Veteran’s Cemetery, by Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, (501) 843-5816. www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––CAMDEN — Edgar Moore, 86, of Camden, Ark. passed away Monday, September 24, 2012. He was a World War veteran.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie Ruth Moore; brothers, Archie Moore, Alvin Moore and Kenneth Moore; and sister, Juanita Bradshaw. He is survived by his daughters, Shirley McKenzie and husband, James of Cabot, Ark. and Cynthia Dunn and husband, Randy of Camden, Ark.; four grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Proctor Funeral Home with burial in Lakeside Cemetery. James Harris will officiate the services. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lakeside United Methodist Church. To sign the online guest register, visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––CLINTON — William Marshall Watson Jr., 77, of Clinton, Arkansas passed away Monday, September 24, 2012. He was born November 20, 1934 to the late William Marshall Watson Sr. and Hazel E. Kingsley. William graduated from Alread High School in 1952, he was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War 1953-1956. He worked for Tyson Foods as a truck driver for 17 years, and was a member of the VFW Post 4764. He was preceded in death by parents, William Marshall and Hazel E. (Kingsley) Watson, Sr., and his first wife, Dorothy Combs Watson. He is survived by his wife Engeltje (Els) Watson; children Eva Joan Brock (Garry), Cherie Yvon Coffman; grandchildren, Savanah Coffman, William Coffman and Erin Barfield.
Memorial Service will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, Clinton, Arkansas with Pastors Lyle Koone and Charles Bennett officiating. Cremation Arrangement are under the care and direction of Roller McNutt Funeral Home Clinton. Online guestbook: www.rollerfunerahomes.com.
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•–––––CONWAY — Baby Micah Maurice McDaniel, 11 days old, Conway, departed this life September 21. Survivors parents Marcus and Keisha McDaniel; siblings Kierra, Markhel. Grandparents Claude and Beverly Henderson; Earnett and Valerie Maltbia. Graveside services 12 noon, Thursday, September 27, Salem Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Conway. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes. com.
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•–––––CONWAY — Loretta Isibell McKee, 86, of Conway, passed away at Springhill Baptist Hospital in North Little Rock, Monday, September 24, 2012. Graveside services are 11 a.m., Thursday, at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Visitation is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway (501-327-7727). Online guest book: www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––CONWAY — Dennis W. Myerscough, 69, of Conway, passed away on Monday, September 24, 2012. Survivors include wife, Flora DeLorenzo; son, James Hill; four sisters; three brothers; and two granddaughters. Graveside Service will be at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.
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•–––––DeWITT — Nona Condray, died September 24, 2012. She was born in DeWitt, the daughter of Willie Belle Martin and C.E. Condray. She graduated from DeWitt High School, received a B.A. from Arkansas State Teachers College (now UCA) and MA from the University of Michigan. She worked for 35 years in Washington, D.C. as a Crypt Analyst and Information Analyst for the National Security Agency and its predessors. Upon her retirement she returned to DeWitt to live. She was a member of First Baptist Church.
She always took a strong interest in the news and was interested in politics from the time she was a small child. She was a staunch conservative. She took her duties as head of the family very seriously and never hesitated to reprimand the younger members of the family if they got out of line. She was always interested in animal welfare, especially dogs.
She is survived by her nephew, Albert Martin (Pat) Condray, two grandnephews: John Charles Condray and Col. Mike Condray of Virginia; a grandniece, Katherine Condray Abbott of Cheverly, Maryland and her dear Cairn Terrier, Duncan. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Albert Martin Condray and Charles Edgar Condray Jr. and two sisters, Mary Ida Condray Clewis and Martha Jean Condray and a nephew Charles E. Condray, III.
The family would like to thank Dr. Stan Burleson, Dr. Brad Baltz and the wonderful nurses and technicians of Little Rock, Stuttgart and DeWitt. Also want to thank her dear friend Patsy Jordan who has been an inspiration and other wonderful friends, Betty Dike, Donna Vittitow, Darleen Frizzell and Kay Whitcomb. Memorials may be given to: Humane Society of Pulaski County, Arkansas Animal Rescue, 32 Bennett, Almyra, Ark. and other charities.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, September 29th at Essex Funeral Home Chapel with burial at DeWitt Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.
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•–––––EAST END — Kenneth Taylor, 80, of East End passed away September 24, 2012. He was born on November 17, 1931, to the late, Jesse and Donia Taylor in De-Queen, Arkansas. Graveside service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements provided by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. Online guest book visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––FORDYCE — Martha Shockley Morgan, 84, of Fordyce died Thursday, September 20, 2012, at Baptist Medical Center in North Little Rock. She was born May 19, 1928, in Fordyce, Arkansas. She was a retired clerk/treasurer for the city of Fordyce.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Green “GW” Shockley and Emma Hodge Shockley. She is survived by her husband, Doyle Morgan of Fordyce; daughter, Diane Lynn Morgan of Clarksville; sister, Jeanette Huneycutt of Monroe, La.; one grandchild, Raylynn Marlow of Clarksville; and three great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Smith-Morgan Cemetery Association 1400 Hwy. 8, Kingsland, Ark. 71652. Graveside services were held 2 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Smith-Morgan Cemetery. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfunerahome.com. –––––
•–––––GLENWOOD — Arlos Oliver, age 77, of Glenwood, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 24, 2012. He was born August 19, 1935, at Parks, the son of Floyd and Ethel Cantrell Oliver. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Alice Marie Bardwell and Joyce Taylor.
Arlos was a retired veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserve, having served four years in the U.S. Navy. He is also a retiree of AP&L (Entergy), where he worked for over 25 years. He was a member of the Grace Baptist Church, and for more than 12 years he taught a Bible study class at the Fish Nest in Glenwood. Arlos will be remembered for his serving spirit and willingness to help others in every way.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Betty Oliver of Glenwood; his son, Jonathan (Hollie) Oliver of Little Rock; two grandchildren, Grace and Jonathan David Oliver; and one sister, June Taylor of Bryant.
Services will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, in Davis-Smith Funeral Home Chapel, Glenwood with Bro. Dale Hamilton and Bro. James Owens officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. Interment with military honors will be in the Glenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Grace Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1160, Glenwood, Arkansas, 71943. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.
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•–––––HARRISON — Former Boone County Judge and Health Department Supervisor, LaVerne Grayson, died September 23, 2012, at Harrison, Ark. LaVerne was a member of Methodist Church, Arkansas State Employee Assoc Dist 13 Director; Arkansas Public Health Rep from Arkansas; ARC State Service Council Member and Past Chairperson; she was Boone County’s first female Judge. She was a proud Goblin and Arkansas Razorback supporter.
She is survived by her four sons and wives, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and a sister.
Dr. Bill Baker, then President of North Arkansas College, may have summed it up best when he said, “LaVerne has been a tremendous leader and supporter for North Arkansas College. During her lifetime, she has proven that women can raise a family, attain career goals, and become community leaders. She’s a real role model for other women across the state.”
Services 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Harrison. Burial in Maple Leaf Cemetery under direction of Roller-Christeson Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––HOT SPRINGS — Bethany Katharine Black Hinton, 95, of Hot Springs, passed away September 24, 2012, at Mercy Hospital. She was a long-time resident of Little Rock and had lived in Star City for the last few years. Katharine was born in Mc-Neil, Arkansas, to the late Jessie Cooper Black and Essie Edna Thompson Black.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Paul Wilborn Hinton, and an infant daughter, Paula Kay Hinton. Also preceding her in death were three brothers and three sisters and a wonderful step-mother, Lola Lois Lowman Black. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Ann Leech and husband Robert Leech Jr., of Hot Springs, one granddaughter, Dr. Ashley Leech Fields (Dr. Patrick), her grandson, Paul Douglas Leech (Gretchen) of Little Rock, and one great-grandson, Robert Triston Leech. She is also survived by one brother, Thurston Black of Texarkana, and one sister, Mary Sue Blevins of Strong. She had many nieces and nephews whom she cherished and loved so much.
Katharine was a homemaker and was one who loved everyone she met, especially her God, church, and her church family.
Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m., Wednesday at Caruth-Hale of Hot Springs with burial in Cogbill Cemetery in Wynne, Arkansas. Memorials may be made to Highland Valley United Methodist Church, 15524 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211. Guest may register at www.caruth-hale.com.
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•–––––HOT SPRINGS — Douglas Picard Watson, 46, of Hot Springs, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2012. Arrangements will be announced by Gross Funeral Home.
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•–––––HUNTSVILLE — Itazo Socia, 92, of Hunstville, died Monday. Funeral Services will be 1:30 p.m., Thursday at Griffin Funeral Chapel in Star City. Burial will be in Drake Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online obituary at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.
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LONOKE — Corene Foster Perrine, 86, of Lonoke passed away on September 23, 2012. She leaves behind her husband of 65 years, Lawrence J. Perrine; daughters Sarah Perrine and Rachael Bates (Randy); two grandsons, Stephen and Jay Stanley; one sister, Linda Loudermilk of Hazen; three brothers, Joe Foster of NLR, Bud Foster of New Mexico and Curtis Martin of Hazen. Special thanks to the staff of Lonoke Nursing Home and Odyssey Hospice. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road in Sherwood.
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LONOKE — Chancey Wade Roark, July 5, 1975-September 22, 2012, he was 37 at the time of his death. Chancey enjoyed and loved being with family and friends. He enjoyed all types of sports playing and following the Razorbacks, St. Louis Cardinals and the Denver Broncos. He was a brick mason by trade and worked on many homes, schools and building in the area.
He is survived by his daughters, Cayley Dawn and Chelsey Lynn; son, Ty Colton; grandson, Daelyn Isaiah; stepdaughters, Ashley Nichole and Emily Faye Graydos; his parents, John and Jerry Roark, of Lonoke; brothers and their wives, Rodney Dean and Carolyn, Kelly Kyle and Lisa, Tracy Neal and Cheryl, Jeremy Brett and Kristie Roark. He is also survived by a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews along with many close friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, John Richard (1993) and Jamey Clyde (2012).
All are welcome to the visitation to be at North Little Rock Funeral Home, Wednesday, September 26, 2012 from 6 to 8 p.m. The graveside memorial will be held at the Bethel Cemetery located at 7417 Jacksonville Conway Road at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 29, 2012. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.
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•–––––MALVERN — Debra Beard, 57, of Malvern died September 24, 2012. Survivors, special friend, Earl Buford; brothers, John, Robert and Charles Beard; sisters, Carol Murdock and Katie Beard. Visitation, Friday, September 28, 6-8 p.m., Regency. Service, Saturday, September 29, 1 p.m., First Baptist Church, Okolona. Burial, Okolona Cemetery. Arrangements, Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome.com.
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MELBOURNE — Gary David Beck, 63, died September 24. Memorial service: Thursday, September 27 at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Calico Rock under the direction of Eddie’s Family Funeral Home. Survivors: Angela Beck (wife), Adam Beck, Christopher Beck, Melanie Beck, Kendra Miller and Chrystal Halley, (children), Jerry Beck, (brother).
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PIGGOTT — Mary Lou Herren, 77, of Piggott, Ark., passed away Sept. 23, 2012. Services are Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012 at 2 p.m. in the Hoggard and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Piggott with Kevin Murray officiating. Burial is in Piggott Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday at 6 p.m. Online guestbook: www.hoggardfuneralhome.com.
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PRESCOTT — Mrs. Mary D. Rhineheart, 78, of Prescott, Ark., passed away Sunday, September 23, 2012 in Prescott, Ark. Mary was born September 10, 1934 in Hempstead County to Wesley and Vergie Austin Jones. She was retired from the Department of Human Services in Prescott.
Mrs. Rhineheart was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Cletis Rhineheart. She is survived by one son, Randy Rosenbaum Sr. of Prescott, Arkansas; two daughters, Kay Little of Prescott, Arkansas and Lisa Ables of Little Rock, Ark.; two brothers, J W Jones of Hot Springs, Ark., and Melvin Jones of Odessa, Texas; two sisters, Joan Fortune of Dallas, Texas, and Sue Dailey of Hope, Ark.; five grandchildren, Jeff Laughard, Chad Laughard, Randy Rosenbaum Jr., Shauna Rosenbaum Holland and Sydney Whitfield and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 27, 2012 between the hours of 6-8 p.m. at Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home. Services will be Friday, September 28, 2012 at 2 p.m. in the Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Frank Henson officiating. Online register book at www.pharrfuneralhomes. com.
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•–––––QUITMAN — Orville Hubert Fullbright, 91, passed away September 24, 2012. Wife: Malolah Fullbright; daughters, Orlene Martin and Cloetta Kay Shotts; brother, Wilbur Fullbright; sisters, Edna Scroggs and Ethel Depew; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. Service Friday, 11 a.m., Olmstead Chapel. Interment Quitman Cemetery. Arrangements: Olmstead Funeral Home, Heber Springs. www.olmstead.cc.
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•–––––ROVER — Roy Fay Colbert, 82, Rover died Sunday, September 23, 2012. Funeral service: 10 a.m. Friday, September 28, 2012, at Rover Baptist Church. Burial: Hunts Chapel Cemetery in Rover. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville, Ark. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––SEARCY — Vera Jane (McAninch) Lair, 89, of Searcy, passed away Monday, September 24, 2012. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday, September 27, at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday, September 28, at the funeral home with interment to follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––SEARCY — Sidney Duane Mc-Campbell, PhD. After a life of service as a minister in churches of Christ and a professor of Bible and English at Harding University, Dr. Duane McCampbell departed to be with the Lord. Born May 31, 1935, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to William Ernest McCampbell and Cora Ella Sorrells McCampbell, Professor McCampbell died at White County Memorial Hospital in Searcy, Arkansas, on September 24, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. following a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Naomi Lee Barber McCampbell of Searcy, Ark.; a daughter, Betty McCampbell of Cabot, Ark.; and a daughter and son-in-law, Gail Ann and Ron Snyder of Georgetown, Ark. He is survived by four grandchildren: Jason Grimes, Stephanie Moya, Melissa Lyons and Chris Snyder; and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Darlene Boyd of Altus, Oklahoma. Dr. McCampbell began preaching in 1950 and preached for churches of Christ in Lancaster, California; Torrence, California; Kensett, Arkansas; Mount Zion at Newark, Arkansas; and Friendship (Harmony), Arkansas.
He served as a professor of Bible and English at Harding University from 1969 until 2001. He also wrote as a columnist for several newspapers including The Daily Citizen in Searcy, Arkansas. Dr. Campbell was greatly loved and respected by his family, his friends, churches he served, and his students. Six of his former students and special friends will serve as pallbearers or give tribute to him: Luke Smith, Martin Doyle, Randy Smith, Jamie Rucker, William Ralston, Nolan Watson, Jacob Hatfield and Jacob Robertson. A colleague and friend, Dr. Bill Lambert, will coordinate his service, and several of his friends and colleagues will make brief remarks to show honor and respect.
Visitation will be Thursday at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home from 6 p.m.. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be at the funeral home chapel Friday at 1 p.m. and burial and a brief service will be at Mount Zion Cemetery, Newark, Ark., at 4:30 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dr. Duane McCampbell Scholarship Fund at Harding University. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––SIDNEY — Danny Hamilton, 58, of Sidney, died Monday, Sept. 24, 2012. Memorial services Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012, at 10 a.m. at the Sidney Baptist Church located at Sidney. Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery in Sidney at a later date. Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City. No visitation is planned.
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•–––––STUTTGART — Flora Jean Brain Roth, 98, passed away Monday, September 24, 2012, at Crestpark Retirement Home in Stuttgart. She was born February 13, 1914, in Stuttgart to Sidney George Brain and Sarah Elizabeth Clark Brain. She graduated from Stuttgart High School, attended Arkansas Teachers College (UCA) and graduated from Hendrix College with a teaching degree. Flora Jean married Ralph Daniel Roth December 29, 1936. They were married 44 years until his death February 11, 1981.
She is survived by one son, Clark Roth and wife, Aldora, of Stuttgart; grandson, Brian Roth of Stuttgart; granddaughter, Jennifer Roth Reinhardtsen and husband, Steve, of Flower Mound, Texas; two great-granddaughters, Grace Anne and Lily Kate Reinhardtsen of Flower Mount, Texas; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Francis Brain and Sidney George Brain; and sisters: Mary Brain, Patty Brain, Sarah Crume, Lois Wheat and Jay Shirley Shupe.
Flora Jean taught at Pontiac, Shannon and Stuttgart schools. She was a very active member of Grand Avenue United Methodist Church. She served as president of the United Methodist Women and received a Lifetime Special Mission Recognition pin in 1957. She was a Sunday school teacher and held numerous offices in the church. She was a breast cancer survivor and member of Breast Friends. An amazing cook and avid gardener, she always had fresh flowers in her home and her flowers graced many homes and events.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, September 27, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, Seventh and Grand, Stuttgart, with burial following in Lone Tree Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, at Turpin Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, 803 S. Grand, Stuttgart, Ark. 72160. Please go to www.turpinco.com to sign the online guestbook.
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•–––––VILONIA — William Paul Mooser, 56, of Vilonia, went to be with the Lord September 23, 2012. William was born October 20, 1955, in Little Rock to Walter and Leona (Bruce) Mooser. He was a graduate of Conway High School. He enjoyed music as well as collecting coins. He was a kind person, who never had a bad word to say about anything.
He is survived by sisters Janie (Michael) Lane of Vilonia and Liz Nicholson of Conway; brothers Carl (Alberta) Diesing of Arverne, N.Y., and Dennis (Louette) Diesing of Mayflower; six nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and nephews; as well as two great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, nephew Bo Nicholson, and brother-in-law Mickey Nicholson. d
The family would like to thank Maria Polk of Counseling Associates for her extraordinary care. Graveside Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Vilonia Cemetery in Vilonia with Pastor Roger Dale Pearce officiating. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. The online guestbook may be viewed by visiting www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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•–––––VILONIA — William “Mike” Poole, 50, Vilonia, died September 22, 2012. Survivors include: wife, Linda, and children, Jon and Carrie Garner. In lieu of flowers, an educational fund will be set up at Regions Bank in Vilonia. Memorial Service: 2 p.m. September 28, 2012, Trinity Baptist Church, Highway 133N. Arrangements: Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.
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•–––––WYNNE — Vontilla Walls, 76, of Wynne, died Monday, Sept. 24, 2012. Survivors include one son; one daughter; four brothers; one sister; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment at Vanndale Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. (870) 238-9400. www.thompsonwilsonfh.com.
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WEST MELBOURNE, Fla. — Cynthia “Cindy” Meech, 68, West Melbourne, Fla., formerly of Chicago, Ill., and North Little Rock, Ark., passed away peacefully at home Saturday, September 22, 2012, after a courageous year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. Her loving husband of 40 years, Robert (Bob) Meech, preceded her in death in 2007 after also suffering from pancreatic cancer. She was born in Chicago, Ill., on September 30, 1943, to Lucille Schatz and the late Wilbur Schatz. Cindy was a retired 26-year employee of Sears Roebuck & Co., where she was a sales manager. Cindy enjoyed time with her Lunch Bunch, winning at bunko, fitness activities, and was an avid walker, even throughout her illness. She was a loyal friend to many, and known to all for her positive energy, willingness to help, quick laughter, and enjoyment of time spent with friends and family.
She is survived by her daughters, Christine (Mike) Keene of Cumming, Ga., Sally Lutes of West Lafayette, Ind., Lisa (John) McAteer of Little Rock, Ark.; grandchildren, Brittany Rogers (Johnathon Paape), Kameron and Stefanie Lutes, Lillian and Harrison McAteer; siblings, William (Grace) Schatz, Barbara (Tony) Riscili, Kathleen (Richard) Awe, Susan (Ed) Zbikowski, and Daniel (Jennifer) Schatz; beloved mother-in-law, Florence (Lucky) Meech; brothers and sisters-inlaw, Bill (Kathy) Meech, Cathy (Jim) Vallarta, Ralph (Cathy) Meech, Karen (Pete) Janits and John (Cathy) Meech; lifelong friends, Susan Tritt, and Ron and Karen Kuzma, and a host of extended family and close friends.
The family would like to thank the many medical professionals who aided in her treatment and care. A mass will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 29th. In lieu of flowers, her daughters request donations to the Lustgarten Foundation (www.Lustgarten. org) to help fund pancreatic cancer research. www.BrownlieMaxwell.com.
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•–––––WILMETTE, Ill. — Florence M. Glasson Haut, age 88, of Wilmette, Ill., formerly of Little Rock, Ark., died on September 19, 2012. Wife for 59 years of Arthur; mother of Allyson (Peter Office), Marc, Paul (Dawn) and Judith (Amit Sethi); grandmother of Emma and Charlotte Office, Ethan Haut and Nina Sethi; sister of Theodore “Ted” Glasson; aunt to many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Florence was an extraordinarily accomplished woman. She graduated from the Ona M. Wilcox School of Nursing, Middletown, Conn. Florence was community minded; a leader of and active in many organizations working to better the lives of others including the League of Women Voters, Arkansas Interfaith Hunger Task Force, the Arkansas Art Center and public education. She was the co-founder of Potluck, Inc., Arkansas’ only food rescue organization. In addition, she was a talented artist, cook and gardener. Florence’s primary love was always for Arthur, their four children and families, and her many dear friends. A memorial service will be held at a date to be scheduled. Contributions may be made to Potluck, Inc., http://www.potluckfoodrescue.org or P.O. Box 251558, North Little Rock, Ark. 72225. Info The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.
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•–––––FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Tremell “Sally” Bradford, 57, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, formerly of Dewitt died September 11, 2012. Funeral: Friday, September 21, 2012, at noon in Fort Wayne. Burial: Green Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Fort Wayne.
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•–––––SHREVEPORT — James Acey Foyil, 83, formerly of Camden, Ark., passed away at home Sunday. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Camden and worked for Arkansas Power and Light for almost 50 years. Graveside service 10 a.m., Thursday at Memorial Park Cemetery in Camden. Sign register at www.proctorfuneralhome.com.
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•–––––CROWLEY, Texas — Voyd Floyd Teague, 75, of Crowley, Texas, born September 17, 1937, in Clinton, Arkansas, to father, Vernon Mitchell Teague, and mother, Detho Molly Cook, passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2012. He was Baptist. He was a Veteran of the Army.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Detho Teague; his brother, Terrell Teague; and his sister, Adola Webb. Voyd is survived by his wife, Joy Nell Teague; his children, Robert, Tommy, and Debra Teague; his grandchildren, Sara, Mitchell, Aaron, Shawn, Jordan Teague; and his great-grandchildren, Blaine Williams, Jaxson and Nathaniel Sebits; and Stetson Teague.
Visitation will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2012, at Pleasant Valley Church, 5092 Banner Mountain Rd., Shirley, Arkansas. Funeral Service will follow at 2 p.m. at the church. Interment will be at Weaver Cemetery in Shirley, Arkansas. To sign his guestbook, please visit www.arkansasfuneralcare.com. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.
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•–––––CUERO, Texas — Mary Ann Scroggins of Cuero passed away Sept. 20, 2012. She was born in Hebron, Nebraska, on Sept. 17, 1934, to the late Augustus and Gayle Warner Keller.
She is survived by a daughter, Barbara Marler (Fred) of Springfield, Ark., and a son, Wayne Scroggins (Sandie), of Goliad, Texas; one brother, Leon Keller, Grandchildren: Misty Villa, Becky Marler, Jessica McKee, Chris Marler, Daniel DeLeon, Robert Villarreal, great-grandchildren: Zayden Villa, Curtis Henderson and five additional great-grandchildren.
She was a Veteran having served in the USAF. Employed by IRS for over 29 years until her retirement. She was later employed by the Cuero Senior Citizens Center for over eight years.
Funeral Service will be held at First Baptist Church of Cuero at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012, with Dr. Glen Robertson officiating. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Cuero Building Fund or Donors Choice.