Obituaries
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Eric Franklin Rhodes
Dec 12, 2024
Eric Franklin Rhodes, born on October 9, 1961, in Pine Bluff, passed away on December 12, 2024. He was a vibrant character whose presence lit up any room he entered. Throughout his life, Eric was known for his engaging spirit and passion for the things he loved.
A devoted father, Eric is survived by his two sons, Dylan Rhodes and Aaron...
John William Blanchard
Dec 12, 2024
John William Blanchard, age 77, passed away December 11, 2024 in Rison, AR at the Green House Cottages of Southern Hills. John was born December 15, 1946 in Prescott, AR to the late Doc and Roberta Blanchard. He was raised in Rison, graduating from Rison High School in 1966 as a Rison Wildcat football alumni; a lifelong Wildcat. He retired...
Connie Chambers
Dec 10, 2024
Connie Ellen Chambers, 77, of Searcy, AR, passed away peacefully in her home on December,10 2024.
She was born August 2,1947 in Beebe, AR to James and Julia Cox. She is survived by her husband, Charles Chambers, one daughter, Candy Vanpelt (Willy Vanpelt) of Judsonia, 5 grandchildren, Tera Chafton, Jamie Newell, Amy Salinas, Trevor Kidd, and Rachyle Mcafee, and 13 great...
Gene Edwin Sligh
Dec 7, 2024
Gene Sligh was led into his new home in heaven on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Faithful is the word to best describe him. Born on April 18, 1937 to Johnnie and Zema Sligh. At 12, he placed his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized in the Saline River at Jenkins Ferry. For over...
Billie Louise Strickland
Dec 4, 2024
Billie Louise Strickland, born on September 24, 1931, in Memphis, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 04, 2024 in Pangburn, Arkansas. She lived a life marked by love, compassion, and an enduring spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
Billie is survived by her three children, Kenneth S. Strickland, Carolyn Faye Jackson of Phoenix, Arizona, and Audrey Jean Mares of Glendale,...
James L. Shirley
Dec 3, 2024
James L. Shirley, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, this life on December 3, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on January 16, 1934, to the late Raymon and Flossie Shirley.
James dedicated two years of his life to serving his country the United States Army, following his military service, he embarked on a successful career in real...
Eddie Alan Mosley
Dec 1, 2024
Eddie Alan Mosley, 63, mercifully entered into eternal sleep on December 1, 2024. Eddie was born on July 30, 1961, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Richard Edison and Betty Lou Cox Mosley. He lived and went to school in Sheridan, Arkansas and later in life moved to Fort Smith, Arkansas to be close to his children and grandchildren.
Eddie had a...
Katherine Phillips
Nov 30, 2024
Katherine Phillips, a devoted homemaker and loving family member, passed away on November 30, 2024, in Searcy, Arkansas at the age of 75. Born on September 3, 1949, in Newport, Arkansas.
Katherine's warmth and kindness were felt by all who knew her. She loved Jesus deeply and valued her family above all else. As a mother, grandmother, and sister, she nurtured...
Harold Leslie Aiken
Nov 23, 2024
Harold Leslie Aiken, a devoted family man and cherished member of the community, passed away on November 23, 2024 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Born on September 17, 1932, in Claremont, New Hampshire, to the late Ernest and Bessie Aiken. Harold's journey through life was marked by service, dedication, and an unwavering spirit.
Harold's patriotism and commitment to his country were evident in...
Mary Sue Moore
Nov 23, 2024
Mary Sue Moore, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, in Conway, Arkansas. Born on January 19, 1948, she dedicated her life to her family and enjoyed a fulfilling career before retiring from Wal-Mart. Mary will be remembered fondly by her loving husband, Freddie Moore, and her children, Traci Lynn Conrad and Tabatha...
Helen Leopard Rundell
Nov 22, 2024
Helen Leopard Rundell, was born on January 8, 1937, in Rison, Arkansas. She peacefully passed away on November 22, 2024, in Newark. Throughout her life, Helen was known for her vibrant spirit and her deep love for music.
Helen cherished the joy of attending concerts and was an avid traveler, always seeking new experiences and adventures. Her enthusiasm for life was...
Von Dale Lee
Nov 19, 2024
Von Dale Lee, 86 of Vilonia, AR, passed away from a fall which resulted in multiple strokes on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Baptist Health Medical Center, Little Rock, Arkansas.
He was born on December 30, 1937, to Roy V. Lee and Eulas Lee. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 63 years, Violet Stevens Lee; his...
Sandra Brown
Nov 17, 2024
Sandra Lee Tipton Brown, 80, of Enola, Arkansas passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on November 17, 2024. She was born May 25, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. Sandra attended schools in Lubbock, Texas and graduated from Conway High School in 1963. She later graduated from Remington College with a MA degree. She had a great love for...
Lillian Louise Leopard
Nov 13, 2024
Lillian Louise Leopard of the Rye Community went to be with her Lord on November 13, 2024. She was born October 24, 1926 in Cleveland County to the late George Stanley Tucker and Lilly Mae Rauls Tucker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Elton “Snow” Dixon, her second husband Joe Leopard, brothers...
Perry Lee J Edgar Wallingsford
Nov 10, 2024
Perry Lee J Edgar Wallingsford of Little Rock, Arkansas left this life at the young age of 34. He was born on March 13, 1990 in Springdale, Arkansas to Roxanne Barnes Shores. He loved life and spent his days singing, drawing, playing basketball, enjoying music, and could always be found hanging out with family or close friends. Perry was dedicated...
Bud Baker
Nov 9, 2024
Montay (Bud) Baker, 89, passed from this life on November 9, 2024 surrounded by family. He was born in Georgetown, Arkansas to Montay and Hixie Baker on August 4, 1935.
He was preceded in death by his wife, of 39 years, Patricia A Baker, the mother of his children, Christine, Michael, Angela, Greta, and Monty (Shad). He is also preceded in...
Peggy Jo Ashcraft
Nov 8, 2024
Peggy Jo Ashcraft, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished member of her family, passed away on November 8, 2024, at the age of 72 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born on September 14, 1952, in Rison, Peggy embraced life with a warmth and enthusiasm that touched everyone she met. Peggy dedicated many years to her career as a...
