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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, arkansasonline.com/ obituaries/.

PULASKI COUNTY Alan Blake Brown, 49, of Little Rock.

Susan Jane (Henson) Brown, 74, of North Little Rock.

Curtis Wayne Childers, 55, of Jacksonville.

Elouise Cook, 71, of Sherwood.

Ethel Lorene Cook, 93, of North Little Rock.

Dovie Jewell Davis, 98, of Little Rock. Lucy J. Foster, 90, of Little Rock.

Christine C. Friedrich, 87, of North Little Rock.

Radius “Ray” Jewel Holsted , 66, of Jacksonville.

Selma Lee Smith Hughes, 90, of Little Rock.

Peggy Brown Jett, 86, of Little Rock.

Charles Davis Johnson, 59, of Little Rock.

Albert Earl Kidwell, Jr., 60, of Little Rock.

Carroll Needham, 64, of North Little Rock.

Alice Maud Raper, 78, of Little Rock.

Mary Teresa Ringgold, 82, of Maumelle.

Bobby Francis Scroggins, 77, of Little Rock.

Laverne Snow Stuart, 57, of Little Rock.

Betty Sue Suits, 59, of Mabelvale.

Deborah Diane Teer, 54, of North Little Rock.

James E. Thomas, 72, of North Little Rock.

Viola C. Ware, 99, of Little Rock.

Leon Young Sr., 79, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS ALLPORT Alice Bledsoe Ingram, 88.

ARKADELPHIA Jamie Lynn Loy, 46.

BAUXITE Billy Keith Butts, 62.

BENTON Sutton LeaAnn Alsbrook, infant.

C.W. “Bill” Golenor, 85.

Harmon D. Matthews, 88.

Mackey Louis Spivey, 75.

Derick Guise Warrick, 52.

BRADFORD Mabel Robinson McKee, 97.

BRYANT Betty Jean Rowland, 69.

CABOT Lottie Mae Caldarera, 93.

Judy May Sharp, 60.

CAMDEN Rebecca Shea Owen Greer, 51.

CLINTON Garry Dean Pate, 54.

CONWAY S. Lee Hamby.

Kenneth Ware, 83.

DAMASCUS Robert James Allen, 79.

DES ARC Louis Aaron Williams, 79.

DeWITT Ella Mable Christine Raines, 97. Richard Joe Howe, 70.

EL DORADO Eileen M. Page, 84.

ENGLAND Florence Juanita Morris, 81.

FAIRFIELD BAY Jack Cathey Robinson, 63.

GREEN HILL David Allen Bawcom, 38.

HAMBURG Jesse Lee Vail, 65.

HARRISON Lorene Greenhaw, 82.

HOT SPRINGS Lando Thurl McSpadden, 91.

Lethel Frank Slatton, 86.

Marty Elam Walker, 66.

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE James “Jim” F. Farrell, 87.

LAKE VILLAGE Emma Marie Brown, 90.

LAMAR Melba Sue Standridge, 73.

MALVERN Viola Marie Clements, 89.

MARSHALL Dora Imogene Rainbolt, 84.

MONTICELLO Lee Anner Bealer, 66.

Jessie Mae Boyd Everett, 64.

MOUNTAIN HOME Mae I. Buckingham, 87.

MOUNTAIN VIEW Hughie Everette Chandler, 85. NEWPORT Evelyn K. Powell, 64.

PINE BLUFF Ernest “Buddy” Hales, 78.

PRESCOTT Lynda Sue Jackson Henry, 66.

RUSSELLVILLE Jean Blalock, 84.

Jane Leora Cushing Boudra, 92.

RYE J.S. Gibson, 91.

SAGE Lynn Allen White, 54.

SEARCY Earl Woody Nicholson, 72.

SPRINGDALE Richard Eugene Walters, 86.

SPRINGFIELD Terance Williams, 48.

TUCKERMAN William “Dub” Stoner.

WARREN Claude J. McKinney, 92.

OUT-OF-STATE HAYWARD, Calif.

Roosevelt Abe Foster II, 26.

MONROE, Mich.

Josephine Ida (Rotermund) Hetu, 100.

OXFORD, Miss.

Aaron Storer Condon, 85.

FORT WORTH Betty Ruth Schenck, 65.

SAN ANTONIO Martha Nell Daniels, 85.

Pulaski County

ALAN BLAKE BROWN, 49, of Little Rock, passed away December 30, 2012. Preceded in death by his mother, Fyannetta Dancy Brown, he is survived by his daughter, Anastasia Mae Brown of Mayflower; his father, Clifton Blake Brown, and sister, AudreeMiller (Roger), all of Little Rock; special friends, Lee Ann Wunderler of Little Rock and Angela Hall of Bryant; and a host of friends and family. Alan was loved by many people. He had a big heart; was quick to help other people, fostered rescued dogs, took in stray cats and enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was good-natured, loved music and had a jovial personality. Friends are invited to a gathering this evening, Thursday, from 6-8 p.m. at Vino’s Restaurant. Services will be conducted by Rev. Mary Jones on Friday, January 4, at 2 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn, Little Rock, Ark. 72210. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Alan’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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SUSAN JEAN (HENSON) BROWN joined her Heavenly Father onDecember 30, 2012. Born on December 16, 1938, Susan was the daughter of the late Mildred (Burks) Henson and Raymond (Keg) Henson and is preceded in death by her brother, RobertHenson. She was the mother of daughters, Deborah Scott (John Morgan) and Karen Brown; grandmother of Meagan Scott and Brittany Scott, an aunt to Sally Davis and Kyle Henson; a cousin to many, a friend to all, and most recently a great-grandmother to her great-grandson, Calem.

Susan graduated North Little Rock High School in 1956 and went on to attend Henderson State University. While she raised two daughters, she was a very active member of Amboy Methodist, Gardner Memorial, and Morningstar choir. After 32 years with RJ Reynolds, Susan was able to retire where she spent her time being a member of Red Hat’s Society, Walter’s Seekers Class, and North Little Rock First United Methodist Church.

Although Alzheimer’s ended her time here on earth early, she was able to spend her time at home thanks to a special caregiver, Lyndie McPherson, and her final days with her family by her side. Susan was known for her sense of humor and love for the Lord.

Visitation will be at North Little Rock Funeral Home Thursday, January 3, 6 p.m., and funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 4, at North Little Rock First United Methodist and Interment will follow at Rest Hills. Memorials may be made to North Little Rock First United Methodist Church or Arkansas Alzheimer’s Assoc. Arrangements provided by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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CURTIS WAYNE CHILDERS, 55, of Jacksonville, born December 2,1957, in Houston, Texas, to Eugene and Joyce Childers, went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2012.

He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Childers; his grandparents;and five aunts and uncles. Survivors include his mother, Joyce Mashburn Childers McClellan, and siblings, Teresa Bird (Richard), Patricia Ballew, Robert Beazer, and Raymond Kimsey.

He loved his family, friends, his church family, and his precious baby, Buffy Jo. He loved riding his Harley, camping, fishing, and being with loved ones. Wayne and his family want to give a special thanks to Matt and Mary Jackson, the M&M employees, and to Kim and Tori with Baptist. He knew he was blessed. He will be missed by all.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2013, at Arkansas Funeral Care; 2620 W.Main St. in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Arkansas Funeral Care. Interment will be at Rest Hills in Sherwood, Arkansas. To sign his guestbook, please visit www.arkansasfuneralcare.com. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.

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ELOUISE COOK, 71, of Sherwood, passed away December 30,2012. Visitation will be Thursday, January 3, 2012, from 6-8 p.m. with funeral Friday, January 4, 2012, at 11 a.m. Both at Wilson-Robison Funeral Home in England. Burial will be at Keo Cemetery. Tosign guestbook online, go to www.wilsonrobisonfhengland.com.

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Ethel Lorene Cook passed away December 31, 2012. She was 93, born September 25, 1919. Ethel was the daughter of George and Lillian Epperson. She was the last survivor of eight brothers and sisters.

She was born in RudolphCounty, Ark., and lived most of her life in Calera, Ala.

She was married to the late Howard Cook and is survived by her three loving daughters and sons-in-law. Carolyn Cunningham (the late Gil Cunningham) of Jacksonville, Ark., Joyce Stewart (Ralph Stewart) of Jacksonville, Ark., Betty Hall (Bobby Hall) of Cabot, Ark.; granddaughters, Kim Blonds of Nashville, Tenn., Kristen Rodgers ( Aaron Rodgers) of Ft. Smith, Ark.; grandsons, Stephen Stewart (Heather) of Little Rock, Ark., Tim Stewart (Brittney) of Wallas, Texas, four great-grandsons and two great-granddaughters. She also leaves sister-in-law, Mary Epperson of Laurel Hill, Fla., and many loved nieces, nephews and friends.

Ethel loved her children, family, and friends. She loved making new friends. She always had a friendly smile on her face and she did until the end even while suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Ethel worked hard and loved her job as a homemaker. She also enjoyed owning and operating her own business as a hairdresser. She was a licensed cosmetologist. She worked in her business until age 75 and as a widow moved to Arkansas to be near her daughters. She lived upto her name “Cook” by being the best cook we have ever known. Ethel was a member of Sylvan Hills First Baptist Church of Sherwood. Services will be visitation 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2013, and service at 11 a.m. at Rest Hills Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association Sylvan Hills First Baptist Church Shewood, Ark. 72120.

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DOVIE JEWELL DAVIS of Little Rock passed away January 1, 2013, on what would have been her 75th wedding anniversary. She was born November 15, 1914, in Saline County, Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Moffett R. Davis; brothers, J.F. Carden and E.L.Carden, three sisters, Claudia Cathcart, Pearl Wallis and Nellie Elliott, and her parents, Lenoard Carden and Sarah Elizabeth Melton Carden. Dovie is survived by one son, Ronnie Davis and wife Judi, daughter, Danna Davis, and one grandson, Jeffrey Davis.

She was a member of Pulaski Heights United MethodistChurch. Dovie was a gardener and truly loved flowers. She belonged to the Elmhurst Garden Club of Little Rock for 37 years. Recently she enjoyed her friends and activities at Andover Place.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at Ashby Funeral Home with burial to follow at Ten Mile Cemetery in Benton. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock. Memorials may be made to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church broadcasting fund. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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LUCY J. FOSTER, 90, of Little Rock, passed away January 1, 2013. Services will be held today, Thursday, January 3, at 2 p.m. at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Vic Nixon, Dr. Jeff Hampton and Rev.Lynn Lindsey. A reception will follow the service. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Foster’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com

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CHRISTINE C. FRIEDRICH of North Little Rock, Arkansas, wasborn September 8, 1925. Her heavenly father called her home to join her parents Alvin Harrison and Opal Smith Harrison and her beloved husband Harold on December 31, 2012. She leavesbehind her son Gary and wife Dolly; grandchildren, John McManus and Annette (Larry) Duncan; great-grandchildren, Christopher and Mariah Duncan; sister-in-law/ daughter, Nancy Langston; and precious family and friends. Family will receive friends at 1 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013, at Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe, with graveside service to follow at 2 p.m. at Stoney Point Cemetery. www.westbrookfuneralhome.com.

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RADIUS “RAY” HOLSTED, 66, Jacksonville (formerly of Marshall) died Monday in Little Rock. Survived by son, Keith, daughter, Katheryn, seven grandchildren. Worked for Franklin Electric 20 years. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall. Visitation 11-1 p.m. preceding service. Burial in Canaan Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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Mrs. SELMA LEE SMITHHUGHES, 90, ofLittle Rock slept peacefully into eternity on Thursday, December 27, 2012. She was a longtime member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where she had served faithfully until her health failed. She had beena nurse and had retired after 25 years at St. Vincent. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Jimmy L. Smith Sr. (Gwen) and Lou Gary Hughes (Blanche); daughters, Karen Hughes, Ercell Walker, Rosella Bardley, and Helen Akins (Herman); a treasure-trove of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and friend and care-giver, Eyverne Wright. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013, atMt. Zion BC, 901 Cross, with visitation and viewing before the service from 10-10:45 ONLY. Services entrusted to Walton GateWay Funeral Chapel, “Where Caring and Quality Come First,” 2405 South Gaines Street, 376-7188.

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PEGGY BROWN JETT on December 30, 2012, went to be with herHeavenly Father after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Peggy was born on November 11, 1926 to Llewellyn and Lucille Brown and grew up in Malvern, Arkansas. She attended Hendrix Collegefor one year and then transferred to the University of Arkansas, where she graduated with a degree in Spanish. She was a proud member of Chi Omega sorority. At the University, she met the love of her life, William H. Jett. Peggy and Bill were married in 1948, settling in Little Rock after living in Helena, Ark., for the first years of their marriage. Peggy’s life was all about giving and serving others, especially her family. She was a wife and life partner to Bill, a devoted mother of two daughters and a proud grandmother of three. A lifelong Methodist, Peggy was a member of Pulaski Heights Methodist Church.

In 1957, she joined the Little Rock Duplicate Bridge Club, with bridge becoming the game and passion of her life. Bridge gave Peggy a game in which she excelled as well as friends for life. She became a Life Master in 1967 and a Diamond Life Master in 2006. She served on the Board of the Bridge House throughout the 1980s, becoming President in 1988. She became a certified director in 1969 and served the club in that capacity until 2012. She was privileged to be named a Goodwill Ambassador by the American Contract Bridge League. Her greatest honor in the bridge world came in 2008 when Allen Siebert generously named a room in the newly constructed Bridge House the “Peggy Jett Room.” Allen recognized Peggy’s understanding that bridge is a highly competitive game, but what really matters is the camaraderieand lifelong friendships that bridge provides.

In addition to bridge, Peggy enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren in various athletic and artistic pursuits. She was a sports fan, particularly of golf and Razorback basketball.She frequently said that although she didn’t play golf, that she considered herself a golfer. She was also well known for her cooking, particularly her chocolate-covered cherries, that she made by the hundreds during the holidays.

Peggy was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by her husband, Bill, her daughters, Martha Jett McAlister of Maumelle, Ark., and Leslie Sweeney (John) of Cordova, Tenn., and her three grandchildren, Jett McAlister of Chicago, Ill., and Patrick and Rachel Sweeney of Cordova, Tenn., and a host of nephews and nieces.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 3, at Ruebel Funeral Home, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 4, at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, at 11:30 a.m. with a reception following.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Little Rock Duplicate Bridge Club or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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CHARLES DAVIS JOHNSON, born August 20, 1953 in Monticello, Ark .,the only son of Virginia Davis Johnson and the late Charles Eager Johnson, died December 31, 2012 after a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. He graduated in 1975 from Hendrix Collegewhere he was on the track team. Charles graduated from the U of A at Fayetteville and was a member of the legal staff of the Arkansas Highway Department.

He is survived by his wife, Gay Bray Johnson; his mother, Virginia D. Johnson; sisters, Virginia Claire Harrison (George), Patricia Rhodes (Marty), Jane Brown (Fred), Elizabeth Dombeck, and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Through many years of living with a debilitating disease, Charles was strengthened by his amazing coping skills and never thought about things he couldn’t do. Charles would not want to be remembered as someone who lived with Parkinson’s Disease for 28 years. He would want to be remembered as a loving husband, son, brother and uncle. When faced with death, he discovered what was most important in life.

A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 10 a.m. officiated by Rev. BetsySingleton Snyder and followed by a reception at the church. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Oakland Cemetery in Monticello, Ark. Donations may be made to: CARE (Central Arkansas Rescue Effort) or Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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ALBERT EARL KIDWELL JR., 60, received his heavenly reward onDecember 31, 2012 after battling pulmonary fibrosis. Al was born on November 28, 1952 at Miami Baptist Hospital in Miami, Oklahoma to the Reverend Albert Earl and Louise (Dareing)Kidwell.

Al spent his formative years in Wyandotte, Oklahoma where he attended school from 1st through 12th grades, and honed his creative writing talent. After graduation he then continued his education at NEO A&M in Miami, Oklahoma; Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma and The University of Arkansas, Little Rock where he received his B.S. in Communications in Radio Broadcasting. He began his career in radio, working in Oklahoma City and Little Rock. He worked for a short period of time in Spartanburg, South Carolina in the Fall of 1977. It was here that he met the love of his life, Diane White Snipes. He proposed to her on New Year’s Eve of that year and she accepted. He then continued the practice by proposing to her every year on New Year’s Eve for the next 34 years. The couple was married on February 17, 1978 in Oklahoma City. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Little Rock, Arkansas where Al worked in radio for the next 25 years. He was currently employed by Verizon Wireless as a business analyst.

Al accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at an early age and continued to serve his Lord throughout his life. He was ordained as a deacon for Natural Steps Baptist Church. He also served as a Sunday School teacher, Awanas leader and audio visual technician. He was currently a member of Chenal Valley Baptist Church Family in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Al is survived by his wife; a daughter, Jessica Leigh Kidwell; two sons, Joshua Earl Kidwell and Max Snipes; and a grandson, Alex Snipes, all of Little Rock, Arkansas; two sisters and their husbands, Sarah and Jet Torrence of Edmond, Oklahoma and Becky and Duane Enoch of Miami, Oklahoma; a brother and his wife, Reverend M.R. and Toni Kidwell of Yuma, Arizona. He is survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He leaves behind his beloved dog, Bo and 3 friends whom he considered to be his brothers: Dave Simpson of Wyandotte, Oklahoma; Mitchell Terry of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Duane Enoch of Miami, Oklahoma.

Services for Al Kidwell will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Chenal Valley Baptist Church, 1800 Rahling Road, Little Rock.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. with the memorial service following at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Al’s memory to the Chenal Valley Baptist Church.

Arrangements provided by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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CARROLL NEEDHAM, 64, of North Little Rock, passed awaySunday, December 30, 2012 after a long illness. He is survived by his father, Clois Needham, Sr. of North Little Rock; brother, Gary W. Needham (Melinda) of Memphis, Tenn.; sister, Pamela Davis-Needham of Nashville, Tenn. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ruth Bain Needham. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at North Little Rock Funeral Home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, Pine Bluff. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home, 1921 Main, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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ALICE MAUD RAPER, age 78, died Monday, December 31, 2012 at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock, Ark. Visitation will be today, Thursday, January 3 from 5-7 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Road). Services will be held on Friday, January 4 at 10 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Alice’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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MARY TERESA RINGGOLD was reunited with her departed husband on Jan. 1, 2013. Born Feb. 22, 1930 in New York City to George and Catherine Badarack, she grew up in the Bronx as an avid sports fan. Her father, whose family immigrated fromItaly, instilled a love for Italian foods. After she met her husband, Lloyd E Ringgold from Levy while he was stationed in New York, the couple moved back to Arkansas. Although born in New York, she considered Arkansas her home. She was a homemaker as well as an LPN, raising a family with love and dedication.

She is survived by her brother Joe (Ann) Badarack of Melbourne, Fla.; her children Stephen (Christine) Ringgold, Kathy (Jim) Miller, Larry (Cheryl) Ringgold and Kenny (Gerri) Ringgold; her grandchildren Chris (Jennifer) Ringgold, Teri Ringgold, Travis (Kara) Foreman, Ty (Jeanelle) Foreman and Lindsey Ringgold; her great-grandchildren Wyatt and Riley Foreman; Othella Keith her steadfast friend and her faithful canine companion Cookie.

She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, shopping, cooking and sports - especially the Razorbacks (at times getting too nervous to watch) and all the New York teams.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Thomas Sneed and the Arkansas Oncology Clinic staff for their loving and care and support.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013 from 5-7 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home in North Little Rock, 7724 Landers Road with a funeral service on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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BOBBY FRANCIS SCROGGINS, 77, passed away peacefully in the nightJanuary 2, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Roberta Scroggins; son, John Scroggins; daughter, Ramona Shackelford; and grandchildren, Kristie, David, Ashley, Heather and Jonathan. He will be laid to rest at Pinecrest Memorial Park with a private burial. A reception and visitation with the family will be held Monday, January 7 from 10-2 p.m. at Ciao Baci located in Hillcrest at 605 N. Beechwood, Little Rock, 72205. Please share your memories of Bobby at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

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LAVERNE SNOW STUART, 57, of Little Rock passed Dec. 23, 2012. Previously omitted is her sister, Toni Snow. Graveside services will be Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, 12 noon, Little Rock National Cemetery, 2523 Confederate Blvd., Little Rock. Arrangements by: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home (501) 372-1305.

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BETTY SUE SUITS, 59, of Mabelvale, passed away January 1, 2013. She was born in Paoli, Indiana, to Clinton and Christina Coryell Beals. Preceded in death by her parents and her husband, David Wayne Suits, Sr. She is survived by her sons, Delbert Suits (Tiffany) and Danial Suits; daughter, Denaz Suits (Shawn Rodgers); son, David Wayne Suits Jr. all of Mabelvale; daughters, Darline Carney (Mike) of Illinois, Deidra Suits and Diana Abraham (Jason Gaunt), both of Indiana; and 10 grandchildren.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 5 at 10 a.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.), officiated by Rev. Danial Suits. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Suits’ online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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DEBORAH DIANE TEER, “Asphalt Angel,” age 54, of North Little Rock,Ark., died December 28, 2012, concluding her battle with cancer. Born April 20, 1958, in Walnut Ridge, Ark., to DJ and Dessie Francis Birmingham Hicks. After high school, Debbie received herMedical Technician certification, graduating Valedictorian of her class. An amazing artist, Debbie’s creativity knew no bounds. She had a love for life and a deep passion for Harley-Davidsons as well as the family she rode with over the years. She loved animals and found a best friend in her dog, Harley, who was by her side every day. With a contagious sense of humor, Debbie would leave you with a smile on your face in the darkest of days. She considered her friends as family and her family as friends. She was an amazing woman; to know her was to love her.

Debbie is survived by her mother, Dessie Birmingham Long; son, Michael Lambert; daughter, Lisa Teer; grandchildren, Destiny Stinson and Jessica Teer-Smith; greatgrandchild, Nature Stinson; brothers, Steven Ray Huskey and wife Karrie Ann, and Danny Joe Huskey and wife Grace; many other family, and friends whom she loved dearly, and beloved dog, Harley. The family extends a special thank you to her cousin, Valtaree Boyd whoDebbie described as “her angel.” Debbie is preceded in death by her father, DJ Hicks and her grandparents, Elmer and Mattie Hicks and JT and Elizabeth Birmingham.

Memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Levy church of Christ in North Little Rock, Ark. (5124 Camp Robinson Rd. NLR). Following the service, Debbie will be laid to rest in Old Lebanon Cemetery, Lynn, Ark. Memorials may be made to ABATE (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Toward Education) District I #693. http://www.abatedistrict1.org. “To live in the hearts we leave behind, is to never die.” Thomas Campbell. To sign her guestbook, please visit www.arkansasfuneralcare.com. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.

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JAMES E. THOMAS, 72, of North Little Rock, passed away Dec. 25,2012. He leaves to cherish his memory; wife, Bobbie Jones Thomas; children, James, Jr., Lakeshia, and Teresa Thomas, Kevin (Shalonda), Raymond, and Janice Jones, Sheila Cross and Rita Arnold ( Eddie); siblings, Simon (Louise), and Willie (Darlene) Thomas, Willie Lee Dancy (Billie) and Evelyn Dotson; 14 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013; 11 a.m. at Morning Star Baptist Church, 105 North Smothers, North Little Rock, Ark. The family will receive friends tomorrow from 6-7 p.m. at Hardy Funeral Home. Personal and Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 2408 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Drive (501) 372-4129. “WE CARE, when caring counts.”

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VIOLA C. WARE, longtime resident of Little Rock and North Little Rock passed away December 29, 2012, age 99, in Patterson, La., Nursing Home. Predeceased by parents John and Lizzie Hoffman, husband Ed Ware, and six brothers and sisters. Survived by son Tom Ware, Morgan City, La.; grandchildren, Terri Ware, Austin, Texas, Christy and Alex Sears, Venice, Calif., Wes and Patty Ware, Little Rock, Lisa and Chad Charpentier, Baldwin, La.; Kathy and Michael Dahlin, Katy, Texas; and six great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass Saturday, January 5, 2013, 10 a.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, W. 16th and Parker, North LittleRock, burial at Calvary Cemetery. Donations to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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LEON YOUNG SR., 79, of Little Rock passed away December 26,2012. The family will receive friends on Friday, Jan. 4, 2012 from 6 till 7 p.m. The funeral will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2012 at 11 a.m. Both services will be held at Eastern Star Baptist Church,North Little Rock, Ark. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home 1518 S. Battery St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202. (501) 376-4800. “Only Heaven Can Serve You Better!” Arkansas

ALLPORT - Alice Bledsoe Ingram, 88, “Momma Alice” reunited with papa in heaven on December 28, 2012. Alice was the daughter of the late Arthur and Henrietta Bledsoe. She is survived by one daughter Alma (Annie) Armstrong, onebrother, Preston Bledsoe, both of Allport, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Allport Community Fellowship, Allport, Arkansas. Visitation: Friday, January 4, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Wilson-Robison Funeral Home, England. To sign guestbook online, go to www.wilsonrobisonfhengland.com.

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ARKADELPHIA - Jamie Lynn Loy, age 46, of Arkadelphia, died Sunday, December 30, 2012 at her residence. Survived by two brothers, Michael and Brad, a sister, Sharon and her mother, Shirley. A memorial service will be 3 p.m. Friday at the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Arkadelphia. Sign online guestbook at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

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BAUXITE - Billy Keith Butts, age 62, of Bauxite, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047). Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.

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BENTON - Sutton LeaAnn Alsbrook was born without a heartbeat and went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2012. She is survived by her loving parents Chris and Samantha Alsbrook of Benton, her grandparents, Ben and Leslie Montgomery of Bryant and Wayne and Terra Alsbrook of Benton. Graveside services will be held Friday, January 4, 2013, 2 p.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Highway 5 N., Alexander, Arkansas. Griffin Leggett Forest Hills, 501-455-1067, will handle the services. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made inSutton LeaAnn’s name and sent to ACH Foundation (Oncology), P.O. Box 2222, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203.

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BENTON - C.W. “Bill” Golenor of Benton went to be with our Lordon December 31, 2012, he was born on April 14, 1927 in Malvern, AR, to the late Ernest & Lucille Golenor. He is predeceased by his wife of 63 years Joe Rene Shores Golenor. Also predeceased by his brothers Raymond Golenor and Eddie Golenor; three sisters, Marguerite Sider, Helen Herrin and Judy Brown. Survivors include one son, David M.

Golenor (Patsy) of Hot Springs, two daughters, Kathy Shelton (Joey) ofBenton and Mary Jayne Green (David) of Roland; four grandchildren, Michelle Koonce (John) of Gulf Shores, Ala., Jennifer Martin (Kenny) of De Queen, Rebecca Green of Bentonville andChase Shelton of Benton; seven great-grandchildren, Alex, Jalyn, and Anna Koonce and Kayla, Kade, Maddie, and Jake Martin; three sisters, Marian Moseley (Kenneth) of Maumelle, Nancy Brown of Sardis, and Pat Foster (Curtis) of Little Rock; two brothers-in-law, Johnie Brown of Benton and Jeff McIlroy of Mabelvale, two sisters-in-law, Mae Golenor of Little Rock and Jimmy Meyer (Ron) of Mabelvale, and a host of nieces and nephews. Last but not least by his loving dog Abby of the home.

Mr. Golenor served in the Naval Air Corp in WWII. He ran away from home to ride the ponies at Oaklawn at age 15, then when WWII broke out he wanted to serve his country and lied about his age and went in the Navy a year earlier than was legal. He ended up as a waist gunner on a B-17 bomber serving in the Pacific. He came out as a Disabled Vet spending a large portion of 8 years in the Army/ Navy hospital in Hot Springs. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a rural letter carrierout of the Mabelvale Post Office. With his wife being the designer and him being the builder together they built many homes in the Little Rock and Mabelvale area.

His love for his many brothers and sisters was always first and foremost. That love was extended to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren when they came along. Nothing made him happier than putting on a fish fry for the family. A good card game or a day at Oaklawn watching the ponies run were just a couple of his favorite hobbies.

Mr. Bill’s last years were made much happier by two special women, his caregivers Becky Laurent and Shelley Robertson. They joked with him, made sure he had his ice cream, watched hours of his favorite TV program “Everybody Loves Raymond,” and read the newspaper to him each and every day. Without them, he would not have been able to stay in his home and have Abby with him in his last days. Also, a special thanks go out to the Arkansas Hospice forgetting him and the family through those last days.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers donations should be made to the Arkansas Hospice Association at 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72113, or the Disabled American Veterans at P. O. Box 1620 No. Little Rock, Ark. 72115. Arrangements are by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home, 4212 Highway 5 North, Bryant, Arkansas. 847-9099. To sign Bill’s online guestbook visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - Harmon D. Matthews, age 88, of Benton, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013. He was born June 6, 1924 in Donaldson, Arkansas to the late Frank and Eva Mae Matthews. He was a War World II Army Veteran and won the Bronze Star and Oak Leaf Cluster for heroism under fire. Mr. Matthews worked for Arkansas Best Freight for 30 years as a driver. Also, he was a Mason for 60 years.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Helen Matthews of Benton; daughters, Bridget Hensley and son-in-law Don Hensley of Holly Lake Ranch, Texas and Dinah Johnston and son-in-law Dr. Greg Johnston of Benton; five grandchildren, Brian Hensley and wife Suzanne of Dallas, Texas, Brandy Simmons and husband Alex of McKinney, Texas, Zak and Jacob Johnston of Fayetteville and Jade Johnston of Benton and three great-grandchildren, Cameran, Brooke and Travis of McKinney, Texas.

Visitation will be 5 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, January 4 at Ashby Funeral Home. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5 at Forest Hills Cemetery. On-line guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - Mackey Louis Spivey, 75, Benton died Monday, December 31, 2012. Mackey was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He retired from Alcoa after 30 years and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Audice Spivey and Mae Frazier Spivey, sisters, Laquita Scott Baxley and Bettye Brown Knopp. Survivors, wife, Ester Louise Terry Spivey, Benton; sons, James Russell Spivey and wife Margaret, South Haven, Mississippi; Michael Dewayne Spivey, Benton; twin brother, Jack L. Spivey, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Visitation, 7-8:30 p.m Friday, Ashby’s. Graveside services 1 p.m. Saturday, New Rosemont Cemetery. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - Derick Guise Warrick, 52, passed away December 22, 2012. Visitation at 1 p.m. followed by the Memorial service at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 5, at Smith Family Funeral Home in Benton, Arkansas. Please, no flowers. Please make donations to your favorite charity. Call (501) 778-7100 for more information. Online guestbook: www.smithfamilycares.com.

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BRADFORD - Mabel Robinson McKee, 97, of Bradford departed this life Monday. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Oakland Free Will Baptist Church. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at Oakland Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Arrangements by Dillinger Funeral Home. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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BRYANT - Betty Jean Rowland, 69, of Bryant went to be with herLord on Monday, December 31. She was born on July 14, 1943 to the late Herman Oscar and Jewell Golden. She attended Dermott schools, Southwest Junior High and Central High School. She wassecretary and treasurer of Dusty Mop & Mat for 40 years. She is a member of East End Assembly of God.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Bobby Earl Golden, Larry Allen Golden, and Olen Ray Golden. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Robert Lee Rowland; children, Richard Lee Rowland, Robbie Rowland Sullivan and husband Bart Sullivan; grandchildren, Olivia Hiser, Emily Sullivan and Ashley Sullivan; great-grandchildren, Trevor Wade Belote, Haylee Lynn Hill, Piper Jean Hiser and Emma FaithYoung; brother, Donald Wayne Golden; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Betty was a loving devoted wife and mother. She set the standard for wonderful Grandmothers. She lived for her family including brothers, nieces, nephews and friends. She was a caretaker and always put others before herself. She loved giving and doing for others. She is already missed so much.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800 with Reverend Bob Minick and Reverend Sam Bates officiating. Pallbearers will be: Mickey Reese, Dennis Metheny, James Harris, Gene Young, Jason Young and Jeff Hill. Interment to follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

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CABOT - Lottie Mae Caldarera, 93, of Cabot, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born August 14, 1919 in Marche to the late William and Emma Martin Ison. She was a member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church and ahomemaker.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Caldarera was preceded in death by her husband, Louis B. Caldarera Sr.; a grandson, Joseph Louis Mohlin and brother and sisters, Edward Ison, Edith Foster and Doris Worm.

Mrs. Caldarera is survived by her son, Louis B. Caldarera, Jr. of Cypress, California ; daughters, Patricia Mohlin of Las Vegas, Nevada and Lynda Connell of Long Beach, California; her sister, Sadie Danner of Mabelvale and brother, Richard Ison of Little Rock. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jeffery Mohlin, Sr., Wendi Hilty, Michael Caldarera and Rikki Pleis; her great-grandchildren Cara Willis, Jeffrey Mohlin, Jr., Kendall Hilty, Patrick Hilty, Nicholas Caldarera, Lauren Caldarera, Rachel Pleis and Rebekah Pleis; one great-greatgrandchild, Adam Steele and a host of nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013 at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church with burial to follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday with a Rosary service at 7 p.m. at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home and Crematory (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

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CABOT - Judy May Sharp, age 60, of Cabot, passed away December 28, 2012 at her home. She was born April 27, 1952 in Hinton, West Virginia to the late Paul and Emma Jean Buckland. She was also preceded in death by husband Charles Sharp; brothers Claude Buckland, Roger Buckland, David Buckland; sister, Freda Fay May. Survived by her son Joseph Sharp (Bernadette) of Cabot; three brothers, Jerry Buckland, Larry Buckland, Jimmy Buckland, all of Maryland; one granddaughter, Amber Sharp of Cabot. Memorial services will beat 1 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013 at Thomas Funeral Chapel.

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CAMDEN - Rebecca Shea Greer, 51, of Camden died Sunday, December 30, 2012. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Bethel Temple Assembly of God with burial at Mount Horeb Cemetery. To sign the online guest registervisit www.proctorfuneralhome.com.

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CLINTON - Mr. Garry Dean Pate, age 54, of Clinton, Arkansas passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012 in Little Rock. He was born February 20, 1958 in Little Rock to Charles and Gladys Mae (Lovelady) Pate. All services will be private. Arrangements are by Roller McNutt Funeral Home Clinton. Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CONWAY - Mrs. S. Lee Hamby passed from this life on January 1, 2013, in Greenbrier, Ark., surrounded by her family. She was born to the late Avery Collins Humphrey and Alice Ester Humphrey. Mrs. Hamby worked as an accountant for Shell Oil Company for over 40 years in Houston Texas; she retired and moved to Conway, Ark., to be near her family, she was a member of the First United MethodistChurch, Conway Eastern Star # 47, Conway New Comers’ Club, and was a graduate of Sam Houston University, Huntsville, Texas.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hamby; son, Roy Lee; grandson, Robert Lee, and her great-grandson, Robert Michael Lee. She is survived by daughter-in-law, Kris Lee; three grandchildren, Jim Lee (Nancy), Joyce Sullivan (Kenny), and Barbra Warren (David); nine great-grandchildren, Jennifer Warren Raby (Robbie), Mandy Lee Poteete, Jesse Warren Moss (Josh), Jordan Sullivan, Samantha Lee, Jared Sullivan, Jacie Sullivan, Roy Lee, and Aubrey Lee; six great-great-grandchildren, Austin Poteete, Blake Poteete, Gracie Raby, Kenlie Raby, Marlee Raby, and Whitlee Patterson.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Greenbrier Rehabilitation Unit and Ms. Verena Moix for their special love and care.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 4 at 1 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park. The online guest book can be signed at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CONWAY - Kenneth Ware, 83, of Conway, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013. He is survived by his sister, Marion Holt of Beaumont, Texas; daughter, Martha Kiley (Kevin) of Bigelow, Arkansas; son, Paul Ware (Joanna) of Birmingham, Alabama; son, David Ware (Sarah Hoover) of Cold Spring Harbor, New York; grandchildren, Hannah, Jameson and Helena.

Wake and vigil at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Conway, Arkansas, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, January 4. Funeral and committal at St. Peter’s, 10 a.m. Saturday, January 5. Memorials may be made to St. Peter’s or Arkansas Episcopal Cursillo. Arrangements are by Griffin Leggett Conway, 1751 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, Arkansas 72034. (501) 327-5000. Please share your memories of Kenneth and express your love, support and condolences with his family at www.griffinleggettconway.com.

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DAMASCUS - Robert James Allen of Damascus, born February 9, 1933, passed away on December 28, 2012. He is survived by his children, Debra Joan Singer (McClish), Roberta Jean (Bobbie) McCool, and Robert Allen Beeman; his two sisters, JoAn Churchill and Lori Kramer; and one brother, Daniel Allen. Arrangements by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.

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DES ARC - Louis A. Williams, 79, of Des Arc died Saturday. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Shelby Williams; one daughter, Jeannie Miller; four sons, Louis Williams, Matthew Williams, Rex Williams, Eric Williams; one brother, Gaylon Williams; one sister, Verna Keltner; six grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Garth Funeral Home Chapel. On-line guest register www.garthfuneralhome.com.

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DeWITT - Ella Mable Christine Raines, 97, of DeWitt died January 1, 2013. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 4th at De-Witt Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home.

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DeWITT - Richard Joe Howe, 70, of DeWitt died December 27, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on January 10, 2012, at Faith Baptist Church. Cremation arrangements by Essex Funeral Home.

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EL DORADO - Eileen M. Page, 84, of El Dorado, passed away Monday, December 31, 2012. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. today at Young’s. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Cornerstone Church in Smackover. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.

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ENGLAND - Florence Morris, 81, of England, Arkansas, went tobe with the Lord January 1st, 2013. She was born August 16th, 1931, in Keo, Arkansas, to Edward E. Morris and Aurelia Letzkus Morris Venable.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; one sister: Katherine Haines, and her step-father: Cecil Venable. She is survived by two sisters: Dorothy Capps of England, Arkansas, and Mary Cardwell of Keo, Arkansas; one brother: Edward N. Morris Sr. and his wife Norma, also of Keo, Arkansas; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

A private family service for Florence will be held at Roller England Funeral Home (501) 842-3939 January 4th, 2013, at 10 a.m. Visitation will be at Roller England January 3rd, 2013, from 6-8 p.m. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Little Rock, Arkansas. The family asked in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the Keo United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 9, Keo, Arkansas 72083. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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FAIRFELD BAY - Mr. Jack Cathey Robinson, 63, of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, died suddenly at home Monday, December 31, 2012. Preceded in death by his parents, Russell Robinson and Frances Cloud Robinson of Monticello.

A Vietnam Veteran, he was accomplished and knowledgeable in a wide array of subjects, generous with advice when asked, which he often was by friends and family. A partial list of interest includes literature, aviation, motorcycles, cars, travel, sports and outdoor activities. After military service, Jack worked in several occupations, ultimately working his way through school while raising a family to achieve the degree of Educational Specialist. He recently retired as Superintendent of the Westside School District in Greers Ferry. The fruits of these labors will be harvested by many for a long time. He will be greatly missed by many friends and family whose lives he has touched.

Jack is survived by his wife, Denise, and daughter, Candace (Tyler) Bradshaw. Sisters Nita (Steve) Stacey and Lynne (David) Hicks. Brothers Roland (Dianne) Robinson and Kenneth (Karen) Robinson. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 2013, and Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2013, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, Clinton, Arkansas. Private Interment. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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GREEN HILL - David Allen Bawcom, 38 of Green Hill, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Friday at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial in Green Hill Cemetery by Stephenson-Dearman. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.

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HAMBURG - Mr. Jesse Lee “Toots” Vail, 65, of Hamburg, Ark., died Monday, December 31. He is survived by three sons, one brother, one sister and nine grandchildren. Graveside funeral services are Friday, January 4, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at Bell Cemetery in Wilmot, Ark. Arrangements by Cromwell Funeral Home of Hamburg, Ark.

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HOT SPRINGS - Lando Thurl McSpadden, 91, of Hot Springs,Ark., formerly of Blytheville, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 1, 2013. Born in Mt. Pleasant, Arkansas, on February 15, 1921, he was a son to Lando Luther and Bessie Anges Hull McSpadden. Mr. McSpadden obtained his Law Degree from the University of Arkansas in 1950. He was Vice President of Legal Council for ARKMO Power Company and President and Legal Council for Associated Natural Gas from 1961 to 1986. Mr. McSpadden was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, having served from 1942 until 1946.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Madeline McSpadden and a brother Noel McSpadden.

Survivors include his sons: Bruce Elliot McSpadden and wife Susan of Conway, Ark., and Craig Alan McSpadden and wife Donna of Scottsdale, Ariz; daughter, Anne Marie McSpadden of Memphis, Tenn.; grandchildren: Summer Mabry, Jonathan McSpadden, Mallory McSpadden and Alan Mc-Spadden; and a sister Virginia Bell of Birmingham, Ala.

Graveside services, under the direction of Roller McNutt Funeral Home, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, with Rev. David Wilson officiating. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 4, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Lethel Frank Slatton, 86, of Hot Springs died December 31, 2012. He was born in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, on November 7, 1926, to Benjamin Frank and Lesta Lala Slatton. Frank was an educator who spent 35 years in Arkansas schools. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Hot Springs and a member of Doug and Patsy Ervin’s Sunday School Class.

Upon graduating from Delight High School, Frank enlisted in the United States Army where he served at the end of World War II with his friend and future brotherin-law Raymond Shepherd in the Philippine Islands. They were there when the islands got their liberation.

Frank then attended Henderson State Teachers College with good friend and future brother-in-law James Jones where he graduated in 1951. He then began his career as a teacher, coach, principal, superintendent and with the State Department of Education. Some of the schools he served at were in Hempstead, Union, and Saline County where he retired as principal of Ringgold Elementary School after 14 years.

Other than his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his daughter, Stacy Ellison; two brothers, Foster and Grice Slatton, and two sisters, Juanita Gorum and Clyda Jackson. Frank is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Kathryn (Kitty) Slatton; a son, Bradley Frank Slatton and his wife Donna of Briscoe, Texas; and a son-inlaw, Jerry Ellison of Abilene, Texas. Survivors also include a granddaughter, Hannah Kathryn Ellison; grandson, Eric Slatton (Heather); granddaughter, Cassie Tester (Jamie); granddaughter, Kristian Tester (Troy), Lauren and Drew Ellison; great-grandchildren, James Tester and Aspen Slatton. Other survivors are a brother, Lyman Slatton (Joy Rhea) of Delight, Arkansas; a sister, Joy Mae Brock of Murfreesboro, Arkansas; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home. Funeral Services willbe held at 10 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church Hot Springs with Pastor John McCallum officiating. Burial will follow at Hart’s Chapel Cemetery south of Arkadelphia, Arkansas.

Pallbearers include Guy Collins, George Collins, Mike Harbor, Morton Wheatley, Jerry Johnson, Ed Buford, and Harold Humphrey. Honorary pallbearers include members of the Doug and Patsy Ervin Sunday School Class and members of the Senior Golf Group at Essex Golf Course.

The family wishes to thank Dr. William Wright and the doctors, nurses, and friends at the Hot Springs Kidney Dialysis Center. Memorial donations may be made to the building fund of First Baptist Church of Hot Springs. Guests may register at www.caruth-hale.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Marty Elam Walker, 66, of Hot Springs, diedon December 31, 2012, at Mercy Hospital. She was born November 10, 1946, in Hot Springs to Martin H. Elam and Doris Gibbs Elam.

Marty raised her children in Little Rock and,while there, co-owned a small business, Letter Perfect, on Stagecoach Road. She was very active in her children’s activities and a 20-year member of Beta Sigma Phi.

A graduate of the class of ’64 from Hot Springs High School, Marty moved back to Hot Springs in 1992 and coordinated her 30th and 35th Class Reunions both in Hot Springs and The White House. She loved Hot Springs and started working in the hospitality business. The Arlington Hotel hired her as Convention Services Manager after working with her on one of the class reunions. She moved to the Majestic and the Austin Hotel for almost 5 years and then got the opportunity to work as Business Manager with the Miss Arkansas Pageant from 2006-2010. She attended the Miss America Pageant several times in Las Vegas. A member of First Presbyterian Church and charter member of Garvan Woodland Gardens, she enjoyed her Bunko Group and Dinner Club.

Marty loved traveling Europe with her partner, best friend and caregiver, Terry Wallace. Her family was her greatest joy. She is survived by her son, Chris Walker and wife, Laura, of Bryant; her daughter, Traci Hogue and husband, Michael, of Little Rock. Her most precious gems are her grandchildren, Katelyn, Caroline and Kennedy Hogue, Gage Stark, Preslie and Colt Walker. She is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Janis and Clarence Griggs of Haskell, and the five very special Dixon nephews, numerous cousins, Aunt Nadine Lotz and dog, Lexi.

Special thanks to Dr. Muldoon and the staff of Genesis Cancer Center as well as the staff of Arkansas Hospice at Mercy Hospital.Her honorary pallbearers are the Hot Springs High School Class of 1964, The Magnolias Group, The Miss Arkansas Pageant management and participants and her five Dixon nephews. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to First Presbyterian Church, 213 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, Ark. 71901 or Garvan Woodland Gardens, 550 Arkridge Road, Hot Springs, Ark. 71913. Visitation will take place at First Presbyterian Church on Friday evening from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. A memorial service will be offered at First Presbyterian Church in Hot Springs on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. Guest register is www.caruthhale.com.

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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE - James F. “Jim” Farrell, 87, Hot Springs Village died Dec. 31, 2012. Born July 8, 1925, in Oswego, N.Y. to James and Dorothy Farrell. Jim is survived by his wife, Josie, four children, 10 grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to CedarVale Funeral Home. Guests may register at www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.

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LAKE VILLAGE - Emma Marie Brown, 90, of Lake Village, died Sunday. Survivors are two sons, and one daughter; numerous grandchildren. Wake will be 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Bishop Funeral Home. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Friday at Second Baptist Church in Lake Village. Burial will follow in New Cemetery. www.bishopfuneralhomeinc.com.

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LAMAR - Melba Sue Standridge left her loving friends and familyto take her place next to the lord on December 30, 2012. Melba was born April 15, 1939 in Dardanell Arkansas to the late Vernon and Bernice Jones. She was a loving daughter and big sister; she sangon the radio as a little girl and was known as “Jonesy” on the 1956 Ola basketball team. Melba was a loving mother, Art Teacher, Real Estate Broker, and Pilot. She was passionate about Singing, Reading, Politics, and Equal Rights. Melba also served her community as Justice of the Peace for North Little Rock.

Melba is survived by her two daughters; Kelly Warne and husband John, Leigh Ann Dennis and Husband Jeffrey; one son, John Standridge Jr.; one sister; Pat Pedigo and husband Jack and nephews; Jack Jr. and Michael all of Little Rock; three grandchildren; Chase Standridge, Taylor Spruiell, and Jacob Standridge; she was also loving called Nana Bo by Donna, Pamela, Lauren, Kimberly, Jayden, Gage, and Lily. Melba is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A Celebration of Melba’s life will be 12 noon Saturday, January 5, 2012 at the Clarksville Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kevin Schouweiler officiating. Funeral arrangements under the love and care of Clarksville Funeral Home 510 West Cherry Street Clarksville, Ark. 72830; 479-754-4404, please visit www.clarksvillefh.com to sign the online guestbook.

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MALVERN - Viola Clements, 89, of Malvern passed away January 2, 2013. Visitation will be Thursday, January 3, 6-7 p.m., Regency Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial, Friday, January 4, 11 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic. Burial, Shadowlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guestbook at www.regencyfuneralhome.com.

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MARSHALL - “Jean” Rainbolt, 84, of Marshall died Saturday in Marshall. Survivors: son, Tracy Rainbolt; three granddaughters, Dr. Hilary Rainbolt, Colleen Rainbolt and Madeleine Rainbolt; one great-granddaughter, Charlotte. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roller-Coffman Funeral Home, Marshall. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Roller-Coffman Chapel.

Burial: Alco Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MONTICELLO - Lee Anner Bealer, 66, of Monticello, Ark. died Saturday, December 29th at the Arkansas Hospice Center in Little Rock, Ark. Lee is survived by foster son, Myron Davis; siblings, James Bealer Jr. and Pearlene Bealer; and foster brother, Collie Anderson. Services entrusted to Christian Brothers Funeral Home of Monticello, Ark.

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MONTICELLO - Jessie Mae Boyd Everett of Monticello, died December 31st. She leaves to cherish her memory mother, Ruthie M. Boyd; children, Rosalind Everett Hampton and Reginald Everett; siblings: Barbara Wilbanks, Katherine Wynn, Phyllis Vincent, Jennifer Vincent, Rita Miller, Lonnie Vincent, Gregory Vincent, Bryan Vincent and Michael Vincent; one aunt, Agnes Lewis.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Mae I. Buckingham, age 87, of Mountain Home, died Monday. Survivors: daughters Debbie Rainwater, Alana Kraft; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Memorials to Hospice of the Ozarks Hospice House. Arrangements by Roller Funeral Home are private. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW - Hughie Everette Chandler, 85, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away Monday, December 31, 2012. He is survived by his wife; one stepson; one daughter; one son; seven grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren. Visitation and service are Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the Roller Coffman Chapel beginning at 10 a.m. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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NEWPORT - Evelyn K. Powell, 64, of Newport departed this life Sunday, December 30, 2012. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2012 at Dillinger Funeral Home. Arrangements by Dillinger Funeral Home. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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PINE BLUFF - Ernest “Buddy” Hales, 78, of Pine Bluff, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock. Born July 12, 1934, in Craighead County, Arkansas, he was a son of the late Ernest Fredrick and Emma Pearce Hales. He was reared and received his early education in Pine Bluff, graduating from Pine Bluff High School.

In 1953, he married Norma Brown at the 6th Avenue Church of Christ in Pine Bluff. Together, they had two daughters and shared many wonderful memories in nearly sixty years of marriage. Mr. Hales worked for the Cotton Belt Railroad (now Union Pacific) in the clerical department for many years retiring in 1995. He was a faithful member of 6th Avenue Church of Christ in Pine Bluff.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Joy Boyd and Patsy White; and two brothers, Paul Hales and Jimmy Hales.

Mr. Hales is survived by his wife, Norma Hales, of Pine Bluff; his two daughters, Robin McDaniel and husband, Keith, of Pine Bluff and Tracy Halliburton and husband, Charles, of Rogers; his four grandsons, Christopher Mc-Daniel and wife, Debbie, of Maumelle, Sean McDaniel and wife, Leslie, of Little Rock, Andrew Halliburton, of Mason City, Iowa and Trawick Halliburton, of Rogers; along with many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013, in the Chapel of Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Home with Mr. Todd Hales and Mr. Randall Elrod officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. until service time on Friday. Friends may sign the online register at www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

Memorials may be made to CARTI at Baptist Medical Center, 9500 Baptist Health Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 or the American Heart Association, 909 West 2nd, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.

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PRESCOTT - Service for Mrs. Lynda Sue Jackson Henry, 66, 2 p.m. Friday, January 4, Brazzel/ Cornish Chapel, Mr. John Billingsley officiating, burial Mt. Moriah Cemetery Rosston, Arkansas. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 3, Brazzel/Cornish The Funeral Home of Prescott. Arrangements by Brazzel/Cornish The Funeral Home of Prescott. Online Guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Jean Blalock of Russellville passed Tuesday, January 1, 2013. Funeral at 10 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2013, at Humphrey Chapel. Ralph Weinhold will officiate Burial at Sandlin Cemetery in Ola by Humphrey Funeral Service. Visitation from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Internet obituary and on-line guest book at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Jane Leora Cushing Boudra, 92, died Sunday, December 30, 2012. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday at Central Presbyterian Church under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Memorials to Central Presbyterian Church, 400 West Main Street, Russellville, Ark. 72801 or a favorite charity. Obituary/guestbook available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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RYE - J. S. Gibson, age 91, of Rye (Cleveland County), died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, in Warren, Arkansas. Funeral services 10 a.m. Friday, January 4, Frazer’s Chapel. Burial Union Cemetery at Rye by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday, January 3, at Frazer’s Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

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SAGE - Lynn Allen White, 54, died January 1, 2013. Graveside funeral service will be Thursday, January 3, at 10 a.m. with Elvis Sneathern officiating. Arrangements by Eddie’s Family Funeral Home in Melbourne. Local survivors: Tonja White (spouse), Melba White (mother), Linda White (sister).

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SEARCY - Earl “Woody” Nicholson died Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013, at Advanced Care Hospital. Visitation will be Thursday, January 3rd, from 6-8 p.m. at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be Friday at 2 p.m. January 4th at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, burial following at Holly Springs Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www. SearcyMcEuenFuneralHome.com.

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SPRINGDALE - Richard Eugene Walters, age 86, of Springdale,Arkansas, died at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale on December 31, 2012. He was born November 19, 1926, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Russell and Eva Walters. He was a retiredphysician, active in his profession for 39 years, graduating from the Kansas University School of Medicine in 1951. He served his internship at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas, and surgical residency at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio. Following completion of his residency in psychiatry at the Arkansas Medical Center and State Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, he completed his certificate as a Member of the Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He served as Chief of Forensic Services at the State Hospital and later consulted with the Arkansas Juvenile Reception Center Youth Home, and served as Commissioner of Juvenile Services, which was an appointment of Gov. Dale Bumpers from 1971 to 1973. Dr.Walters became a pioneer in the Community Health Movement, serving Regional Centers at Pine Bluff, Newport and Ft. Smith, Arkansas. After a period of private practice in Little Rock, Dr. Walters joined the Veterans Administration and opened mental health clinics in Van Buren and Fayetteville before retirement in 1987.

He served a tour of duty during World War II in the Navy and as a Flight Surgeon in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Richard married Phyllis Holman on April 9, 1950, and they had two sons. One son, Robin Walters, preceded him in death in 1989. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, his son, Richard Edward Walters, and one grandchild. He was a member and elder of First Presbyterian Church in Springdale.

Memorial services will be held, Friday, January 4, 2013, at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Springdale, with Rev. Stewart Smith officiating. Private burial was held at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville with Military Honors provided by Bella Vista VFW Post 9063 Honor Team. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home. Memorials may be sent in lieu of flowers to First Presbyterian Church, 100 S. Gutensohn Road, Springdale, Arkansas 72762.

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SPRINGFIELD - Terance Williams, 48, Springfield, Ark., departed this life December 24, 2012. Survivors children Terance Jr., Kimesha; mother, Georgia Parker-McNabb; siblings, William Parker, Phyllis Reese. Funeral: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Plumerville. Visitation 6-7 p.m. Friday at funeral home. Interment Mt. Olive Cemetery. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Morrilton. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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TUCKERMAN - William “Dub” “Fluffy” Stoner, 80, of Tuckerman died Wednesday. Survivors: wife, Polly (Clark) Stoner; sisters, Linda Allen and Glenna Martin; several brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews; a host of friends. Funeral: 10 a.m. Friday, Jackson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Gracelawn Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, 6-8 p.m. Arrangements: Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh.com.

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WARREN - Claude J. McKinney, age 92, of Warren, Ark., died Tuesday January 1, at Bradley County Medical Center. Born October 24, 1920, in Warren, Ark., a son of the late Columbus E. McKinney and Ollie Englehart McKinney, he wasa retired machinist for Potlatch Corp. and a member of First United Methodist Church. He was the widower of Alice Mae Chandler McKinney who died July 22, 1967, and Dottie Turner McKinney who died January 25, 2005.

Also, preceding him in death were brothers Glen McKinney, Herbert McKinney and sisters Helen McKinney, Pauline McKinney, Mary Alene McKinney and Bernice Miller. Survivors are one son, David C. McKinney and spouse Kathy, Batesville, Ark.; three step-daughters, Jennifer Taylor, Little Rock, Ark., Priscilla Turner, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Cherie L. Turner, Salisbury, N.C.; one grandchild, Mason Webster McKinney, Batesville, Ark.

Funeral services 10 a.m. Saturday, January 5, Frazer’s Chapel. Burial Oakland Cemetery by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday, January 4, at Frazer’s. Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

Out-of-state

HAYWARD, Calif. - Mr. Roosevelt Abe Foster II, 26, of Hayward, Calif., passed Thursday, December 20, 2012. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2013 at Great Fellowship Ministries Church by Bishop Harvey T. Young. Burial will be in Forrest Lawn Memorial Garden by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Online Register: www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

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MONROE , Mich. - Josephine Ida (Rotermund) Hetu, 100, of Monroe, Mich., formerly of Mountain Home died Saturday, December 29, 2012, at Elderly Solutions in Monroe. A prayer service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 5, 2013, at the Conner-Hankins Funeral Home Chapel. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.conner-hankinsfuneralhome.com.

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OXFORD, Miss. - Aaron Storer Condon, age 85, of Oxford, Miss .,died on January 1, 2013, following complications resulting from injuries suffered in a car accident on December 29, 2012. Born in Kosciusko, Miss., on April 23, 1927, he attended the University of Alabama where he was Phi Beta Kappa. He received his law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law. He was an officer in the U.S. Army, serving in World War II and the Korean War. He continued serving in the Army’s Judge Advocate General Corps as a reserve officer, retiring after having reached the rank of Colonel.

In the early 1960s he practiced law in Kosciusko, serving as Attala County Attorney. He also was active in the civil rights movement, working to advance the cause of integration. In 1966 he began a long-term teaching career at the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he was feared and revered by hundreds of law students over the years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Lillene Williams Condon of Oxford; daughter Carol Epes of Jensen Beach, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law Catherine and Ron Hughes and granddaughters Alexis and Haley Hughes, all of Little Rock, Ark.; his beloved canine companion Lili; and friends and relations too numerous to count.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 4, at the Oxford-University United Methodist Church in Oxford, followed by a reception at the church. Interment will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, January 7, in the Columbarium of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Little Rock.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 249, University, Miss. 38677; The Oxford Lafayette Humane Society, 413 McElroy Drive, Oxford, Miss. 38655; Arkansas Repertory Theatre, 601 S Main St., Little Rock, Ark. 72201, or the charity of your choice. The family wishes to express its gratitude for the outpouring of love and support that has been showered upon them since the date of the accident. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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FORT WORTH - Betty Ruth Schenck passed away December 31, 2012 in Fort Worth, Texas. Visitation, Thursday, January 3, 2013 between 4-6 p.m. at Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home. Services will be held in the Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home Chapel, Friday, January 4, 2013 at 10 a.m. Online guest book at www.pharrfuneralhomes.com.

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SAN ANTONIO - Martha Nell Daniels, age 85, passed away on December 26, 2012, in San Antonio, Texas. Martha was born in Little Rock, Ark., to George and Mary Mathews.

She was preceded in death by her half brother, Lowel Mathews of Cuero, Texas, brothers Clarence and G.W. Mathews of Little Rock, husband, Thomas (Tommy), and her oldest son, Larry. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Noll and youngest son, John (Shawn) Daniels, both of Canyon Lake, Texas. Martha had three children, eight grandchildren, and 12 greatgrandchildren. Martha loved her family dearly and will be greatly missed.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 5 in the chapel at Forest Hills Funeral Home with burial to follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, January 4 at Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy 5 North, Alexander, Ark. 72002 (501) 455-1067. Guest register available at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

Arkansas, Pages 8 on 01/03/2013

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