obituaries

Aug 24, 2019

Jerry Chavez age 67 of Ward, Arkansas passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019 at Unity Health in Searcy.  He was born on April 16, 1952 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to the late Emma Valdez and Andy Chavez.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife Sandra.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cremation Services of...

Aug 21, 2019

Michael William Fay, age 59 passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at South Medical Center in El Dorado, Arkansas.  He was born on July 15, 2019 at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida to Annie Myrle Hillon and James W. Fay.

Cremation services are under the direction of Cremation Services of Arkansas (501)313-5431.

Aug 16, 2019

Brian Keith Schneider, age 50 passed away Friday, August 16, 2019 at St Vincent Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.  He was born on December 16,1968 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Cheryl Friend and Gregory Schneider.

Cremation services are under the direction of Cremation Services of Arkansas (501)313-5431.

Aug 14, 2019

Maureen Kathleen Smith, age 61 of Conway passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at her home.  She was born on August 15, 2019 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to the late Emma Bertha Kross and Don Ray Cronk.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cremation Services of Arkansas (501)313-5431.

Aug 13, 2019

Raymond Earl Osborn, 84, passed into his Savior's arms on August 13, 2019.  He was the middle child of Everett and Carrie Osborn of Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Raymond graduated from Fayetteville High School.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and by his brother, Carl Osborn. He is survived by his wife Maxine Lierly Osborn, to whom he was...

Aug 10, 2019

Joe Holland, age, 91 of Little Rock passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at the V.A. Hospital in Little Rock. A long time resident of the city, he became well known during the 1970's and 80's for being the drummer to his band, The Joe Holland Good Times Dixieland Jazz Band. They played regularly at Cajun's Wharf and...

Aug 10, 2019

Robert Daniel, age 42 of Mt Ida passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019 in Little Rock.  He was born on January 17, 1977 in Topeka, Kansas to William Sutton and the late Brenda Joyce Daniel.

Cremation services are under the direction of Cremation Services of Arkansas (501)313-5431.

Aug 10, 2019

Mr. Donald Gene Wofford was born to Mr. Benton & Mrs. Gyona Geans Wofford on June 25, 1950 in Casscoe, AR. His family moved to Benton Harbor, Michigan in 1950 after he was born. Donald received his education through the Benton Harbor, MI schools. He was enlisted in the US Army in 1969. He served from June 27, 1969...

Aug 9, 2019

David Christian age 63 of West Helena passed away Friday, August 9, 2019 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.  He was born on August 12, 1955 in Vandalia, Missouri to the late Dolly Pillard and Raymond Christian.  David worked as a welder in the West Helena area.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cremation Services...

Aug 7, 2019

Mary Rose Story Simmons, 89, of Little Rock, passed away on August 7, 2019.  She was born December 2, 1929 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late VB and Norma Story. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Judy Simmons and Melissa Shope; brothers, Jack and Dick Story.

She is survived by...

Aug 3, 2019

Jack Mabry age 85 passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the Veterans Hospital in Little Rock.  He was born on October 17, 1933 in Kemah, Texas to the late Fay Morton and Frank Mabry.  Jack worked as a plant operator for Monsanto before retiring.

He is survived by his partner, Kevin Burch of Mena; daughter Julie...

Jul 31, 2019

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Jul 31, 2019

Linda Sue Finch, age 69 of Benton, passed away, Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton. She was born on October 4, 1949 in Benton, Arkansas to the late James and Elaine Ballard Jones.

She is survived by two daughters, Michelle Brewer of Benton, Melinda Vasquez of Tennessee; three sons, Joe Cloud Jr. and...

Jul 28, 2019

Ronnie Joe Taylor (born 5/25/1951) passed away on 7/28/2019 at the age of 68. Fishing, hunting, being outdoors, and spending time with family was Ronnie's life. Anyone that knew Ronnie ultimately came to the same conclusion - that he had a heart of GOLD!

Ronnie leaves behind his daughter Kristy Taylor and grandson Jetson Busbea, sisters Sandy...

Jul 22, 2019

Service information pending

Jul 22, 2019

John Daniel Mundell, 59, of Sherwood, died July 22, 2019, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. Born December 23, 1959, in Terre Haute, IN, Mundell was the son of Patty (Lofton) Mundell of Terre Haute, IN, and the late James O. Mundell. Mundell loved outdoor sports, especially cycling. As an active member of the River...

Jul 17, 2019

Charles "Chuck" Henry Swift passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019. He was 78 years old. He was born on June 21, 1941 in Middletown, Ohio to Francis Richman Swift and Mary Catherine Henry Swift. Chuck had a big heart and constantly volunteered to help others, his church and enjoyed feeding those in need. He also enjoyed woodworking and was...

Jul 16, 2019

Judy "Dude" Evans Little of Cave City, AR. peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior early Tuesday morning, July 16th, 2019 at the home of her brother Roger. Where she chose to reside the last month or so of her life because she knew her husband Larry would need assistance in providing end of life care for...

Jul 13, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Murline Kelly at The Lakes of Maumelle retirement home on June 13. Born in Little Rock in 1937 to Madge and Murl Downing, the oldest of two sisters though Murl must have really wanted a boy hence the name Murline. She went by "Mimi" After graduating from Little...

Jul 12, 2019

Larry Dewell Ruffin, age 66 of Atkins passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock.  He was born on June 25, 1953 in DeWitt, Arkansas to Virginia Powell and Dewell T. Ruffin.  Larry loved watching sports especially the Razorbacks.

He is survived by son, Michael (Megan) Ruffin of North Little Rock; daughter, Kara...