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Aug 22, 2020

Jean E. Harrison "Grandma Jean", of Quitman, passed away on August 22, 2020, at the age of 90.Jean was born on June 27, 1930, in Eureka, California to Clarence and Elladee (Thompson) Fry. She was dedicated to her family.Jean is survived by one son, Donald Newell of Lotus, California; one daughter, Patricia Posey (Ronnie) of Quitman; four grandchildren, Janine Newell of Florida; Michael Posey of Quitman; Donnie Newell, Jr. of Redding,...

Aug 20, 2020

Mrs. Katrina Leann Moore, 49, of McRae lost her battle to cancer August 20, 2020.  She was born November 24, 1970 at Little Rock to Donald Thomas and Beverly Ann Lester.  Katrina married the love of her life August 24, 2011, Jack Moore; he survives.  They were looking forward to celebrating another year of love and companionship. Katrina was...

Aug 20, 2020

Billy Lee Mitchell, a resident of Vilonia for 56 years, went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2020, at the age of 78.Billy was born on November 12, 1941, in Jacksonville, Arkansas to Bruce and Irene (Paige) Mitchell. He graduated from Sylvan Hills High School in 1959. Following his education, he joined and served in the National Guard for 7 years. He met Mary Jo Baker in Vilonia after she...

Aug 19, 2020

Roy Ambrose Clark, Jr, age 49 of Redfield, passed away August 19, 2020.  He was born September 26, 1970 in Pine Bluff, AR to Roy Clark, Sr. and Ruby Collins Clark.  He loved spending time outdoors, hunting and four wheeling.  Roy was an avid Razorback fan, football, basketball, it didn’t matter, he would watch them all.  When...

Aug 18, 2020

Orlando “Pete” Brewer, 50, of Kensett transitioned to a life of eternal rest August 18, 2020. He was born at Searcy on October 28, 1969 to Bobby Brewer, deceased, and Mary Whitney Brewer; she survives. Orlando worked as a lead man at Johnson Supply in Houston, Texas for 10 years. He also served as a caregiver to his loving...

Aug 17, 2020

William Currie Dobbs, Jr. or Buddy as he was fondly known, was a member of the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He later founded a family with his wife of 32 years, Laurie Cavanagh Dobbs. With his entrepreneurial spirit and his wife, he began a family operated machine shop named Cody Industries Inc., that supported his...

Aug 15, 2020

Brenda Sue Valentine Leopard, age 68, of Rison went to be with her Lord on Saturday, August 15, 2020. She was born March 22, 1952 in Dermott, AR to the late Tracey J. Valentine and Aminell Davis Valentine. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Claudy Mack Leopard,...

Aug 10, 2020

William Howard Quarles, age 78, of White Hall, passed away August 10, 2020 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff.  He was born October 2, 1941 in Bearden, AR to the late William A. and Florance Vincent Quarles.  He was a retired Correctional Officer for the Arkansas Department of Corrections. In addition to his parents, he...

Aug 8, 2020

James Eli Weeks, Jr., better known as Junior, passed away August 8, 2020 in Kentucky.  He was born October 2, 1972 in Jacksonville, Arkansas to the late James Weeks, Sr. and Sheila Davis Weeks. Junior enjoyed anything outdoors, he would bass fish and hunt whenever he got the chance.  He also enjoyed listening to music and watching...

Aug 5, 2020

Helen Evelyn Peterson, age 54, of Rison, AR passed away August 5, 2020 in Little Rock, AR.  She was born October 5, 1965 is Rison, AR to Willie and Mary McGriff Peterson.  Helen enjoyed fishing and being outdoors, but most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends.  She was a loving daughter,...

Aug 5, 2020

On March 14, 1950, the Greatest American Fisherman was born to Gene and Earlene Norwood in Russell, Kansas. He graduated from North Little Rock High School in 1968 where he met Suzi Thomas. On August 7, 1971, she agreed to put up with and love him for the rest of their lives. For the past 44 years, they've made Sherwood,...

Aug 4, 2020

Ricky Don Adkins, 56, of Searcy died unexpectedly in his home August 4, 2020.  He was born June 7, 1964 at Newport to Pasca Adkinsl and Dorthy Anderson Turpin.  Ricky married his best friend and the love of his life, Patricia Parks Adkins July 8, 1989; she survives.  Together they built a beautiful life and shared 31 years of...

Aug 2, 2020

Derrick “Snooks” Reeves, 41, of Mt. Vernon, passed away suddenly August 2, 2020 from injuries from a motorcycle accident.  He was born May 4, 1979 at Elaine, Arkansas. Derrick graduated from Brinkley High School in 1998 and went to Foothills Technical College where he received training in automotive repair. He was currently employed by Henard Utility in Searcy. He...

Aug 2, 2020

Hazel House, 92, of Judsonia, passed away August 2, 2020 at her residence.  She was born September 28, 1927 at Searcy to the late Beryl and Eunice Betts Heidelberg. Mrs. House was a lifelong member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church.  She had a love and passion for flowers and working in her gardens.  She also loved cooking Sunday dinners...

Jul 31, 2020

Hershel Wayne Hooks, 80, of Searcy went to be with the Lord July 31, 2020.  He was born August 17, 1939 at Prescott to the late Doyle and Katherine Patterson Hooks. Mr. Hooks received a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree at Henderson State College and furthered his education at the University of Arkansas receiving an Educational Specialist Degree.  He...

Jul 29, 2020

Michael Eugene “Mike” Waggle, 69, of Searcy, passed away July 29, 2020 at Unity Health in Searcy.  He was born December 18, 1950 to Wilburn and Violet Mae Waggle in Augusta, Arkansas. Mike was raised in Searcy with his 2 younger sisters, Ann and Elaine. He attended Searcy High School as a young man before enlisting. He served in...

Jul 27, 2020

Robert McGuire Shafer, 40, of Ward died July 27, 2020.  He was born March 9, 1980 at Searcy to Anglene and Robert O Shafer, Jr. In addition to his parents he is survived by his two children, one sister, and two brothers.

Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. August 3, 2020 at Sullivan Memorial Chapel....

Jul 27, 2020

Chester Fred Simmons Jr., age 67 of Sheridan, AR went to be with his Lord, July 27, 2020 after a long illness.  He was born June 11, 1953 in Texarkana, AR to the late Chester F. Simmons Sr. and Lillie Shaddox Simmons.  After graduating high school, Chester attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a degree...

Jul 27, 2020

Charles Brent Zimmerman "CB", passed away on July 27, 2020, in Vilonia, Arkansas at the age of 50.CB was born on March 27, 1970, in Huntington, West Virginia. He was a Veteran in the United States Air Force and served in Operation Desert Storm. He graduated from Ceredo-Kenova High School in 1988. He graduated from Arkansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. He worked at VA Hospital as...

Jul 24, 2020

Donald Stuckey, 79, of Judsonia, passed away July 24, 2020 at Unity Health in Searcy following injuries sustained in an auto accident early in the week.  He was born August 19, 1940 at Cabot to the late Carl and Gladys Boyd Stuckey. Don graduated from Bayo Meto High in Jacksonville and was a member of the Kensett Church of...