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Bailey Morgan Phillips

Bailey Morgan Phillips

Oct 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we gather to celebrate the vibrant life of Bailey Morgan Phillips, 30, who tragically left us on October 3, 2024, due to a vehicle accident. Born on February 4, 1994, Bailey was the cherished daughter of Jimmy Wilson Phillips Jr. and Ellen Phena Parker. 

She is survived by her devoted mother, Phena, her father, Jimmy, her fiancée, Michael...

Juanita McGowan

Juanita McGowan

Sep 27, 2024

Juanita McGowan of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on September 27, 2024. She was born on October 12, 1942 to Leslie McGowan and Claudia Hill in Heber Springs, Arkansas. She was a member of West Race Missionary Baptist Church. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters, Sharon Dacus and Carolyn Roland. 

She was survived by her son, Wesley Reagan...

Martin Luther Phillips

Martin Luther Phillips

Sep 25, 2024

Martin Luther Phillips, age 81 of Conway, Arkansas went to be with his Lord, September 25, 2024. During Mr. Phillips life, he operated heavy equipment as a mechanic. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and listening to Jimmy Swaggart preach. His greatest joy was being around family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Martin Phillips Sr., and his wife,...

Angela Lynn Terry

Angela Lynn Terry

Sep 23, 2024

Angie Lynn Terry, age 55, passed away on September 23, 2024 in Pine Bluff, AR. Born on March 10, 1969, Angie graduated from Woodlawn High School in Woodlawn, AR. Known for being a proud wife of 34 ½ years and loving mother, Angie dedicated her life to her family and friends. She is remembered for her compassionate spirit and the...

Ellen Louise Reed

Ellen Louise Reed

Sep 21, 2024

Ellen Louise Reed, age 85, of Stuttgart and formerly of Rison, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024. She was born on January 29, 1939, in Altheimer, Arkansas, to the late Howard and Eula Pipkin Smith. 

Louise was a devoted homemaker who found joy in caring for her family, home, and friends. She cherished time spent with loved ones, attending church,...

Katheryn Lavaughn Smith- Langston

Katheryn Lavaughn Smith- Langston

Sep 20, 2024

Katheryn L. Smith- Langston of Garner went to be with her Lord and savior on September 20, 2024 after a month long illness. Katheryn was born June 6, 1938 to Clyde and Honor Blount of Garner. She was the oldest of eight children.

Katheryn was a beloved companion and mother. She devoted her life to raising children and spoiling her grandchildren....

Judy Williams

Judy Williams

Sep 20, 2024

Judy LaVern Williams, a loving mother, grandmother, and devoted family woman, passed away on September 20, 2024, at the age of 68, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born in Modesto, California, to Jack and Frances "Bernice" Morrison, Judy shared 44 wonderful years with her beloved husband, Harvey L. Williams. Judy enjoyed simple pleasures: shopping, watching TV, especially Big Brother, going to...

Michael Doane West

Michael Doane West

Sep 18, 2024

Michael Doane West, of Mabelvale, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. He was born June 26, 1969 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andy and Sherry McElroy. He was a faithful member of First Missionary Baptist Church of Mabelvale. He was also an avid Arkansas Razorback fan.

He is survived...

Bobby Heath

Bobby Heath

Sep 15, 2024

Bobby Heath, age 74, of Sheridan passed away on September 15, 2024. He was born February 23, 1950 in Pine Bluff to the late Charles and Judy Heath. Mr. Heath was a United States Army Veteran and worked for the Grant County Solid Waste Division.

He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis Heath, his sons, John Heath and his wife...

Miles David Ellis

Miles David Ellis

Sep 15, 2024

Miles David Ellis, age 49, of Sheridan went to be with his Lord on September 15, 2024. He was born October 13, 1974 in Pine Bluff to David Miles Ellis and Susie Ellis. He was preceded in death by his father, David Miles Ellis. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing his guitar. 

He is survived by his mother Susie Ellis, his...

Brenda E. Ward

Brenda E. Ward

Sep 12, 2024

Brenda Elaine Billings Ward, age 63, of Rison passed away on September 12, 2024. She was born September 21, 1961 in Malvern to the late Fate E. Billings and Rosa Mary Lockhart. She is preceded in death by her father Fate E. Billings and Mary Lockhart, her husband Mike Ward, brother Cody Billings, and sister-in-law Laura Brown. She loved crafting,...

Raven Star Johnson

Raven Star Johnson

Sep 8, 2024

Raven Star Johnson of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on September 8, 2024. She was born to Jesse Johnson and Kristy Lefford in Poteau, Oklahoma on September 3, 2003. Raven enjoyed star gazing, nature and being outdoors, and spending time with family. 

She was preceded in death by great grandparents, James and Josephine Bigham, James and Ethel Mclelyea and, Calvin and Martha...

Madge Regina Kimbrell Broxson

Madge Regina Kimbrell Broxson

Sep 8, 2024

Madge Regina Broxson, affectionately known as Sis and GiGi, passed away on September 8, 2024, in Porter, Texas, at the age of 69. Born on August 25, 1955, in Warren, Arkansas, she was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, aunt, and pet parent.

Regina grew up in a loving family, she was daddy’s girl and shared a special bond with her brother...

Bonnie Jean Hamm

Bonnie Jean Hamm

Sep 8, 2024

Bonnie Jean Hamm, age 81, of Griffithville went to be with her Lord on Sunday, September 8, 2024. She was born September 19, 1942 in Biscoe, Arkansas to the late John and Ethel Wagner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her seven siblings. She enjoyed cooking, canning, shopping and spending time with her family. 

She is...

Debra Ulrich

Debra Ulrich

Sep 5, 2024

Debra Diane Ulrich, age 73, of Searcy went to be with her Lord on September 5, 2024. She was born January 12, 1951 in Tracy, California. She was preceded in death by her mother Aileen Brannon and her husband James Ulrich. She enjoyed drawing, coloring, working puzzles, watching bird, listening to music and dancing.

She is survived by her children Daniel...

James Ahillen

James Ahillen

Sep 4, 2024

James Ahillen, age 79, of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away on September 4, 2024.

James dedicated his career to Share Corporation, where he made significant contributions and was known for his professionalism and dedication. His work impacted many, and his legacy within the company will be remembered for years to come.

Before embarking on his professional...

Lynetta Jo Neisius

Lynetta Jo Neisius

Sep 2, 2024

A full obituary will be posted soon.

Cremation arrangements provided by Cole Funeral Home and Crematory in Kensett, Arkansas. Please sign the online guestbook at www.sullivanfuneralcare.com

Kent Brian Davis

Kent Brian Davis

Aug 25, 2024

Kent Brian Davis, age 60, of Warren passed away on August 25, 2024. He was born November 22, 1963 in Mansfield, Ohio to the late Kenneth and Charlotte Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Jeff Davis. He worked as an electrician.  He enjoyed swimming, and spending time with his family and...

Arlie Edward Bridges

Arlie Edward Bridges

Aug 25, 2024

Arlie Edward Bridges, 80, of Belfast, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on August 25, 2024. He was born on May 31, 1944, in Hot Springs to Arlie Franklin Bridges and Gussie Chunn Bridges Hignight. Known for his sense of humor, Arlie was outgoing and always had a good joke to share. He especially loved children and would do...

Glenn Edward Ford, Jr.

Glenn Edward Ford, Jr.

Aug 25, 2024

Glenn Edward Ford, Jr., age 75 of Sheridan, passed away peacefully August 25, 2024. He was born September 4, 1948 to the late Glenn Sr. and Anna Koon Ford.  Glenn was a proud Marine, serving his Country in the Vietnam War, and later joined the National Guard.  He was an avid fisherman, he loved taking his family fishing, watching...

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