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History
At Griffin Leggett Funeral Homes & Memorial Parks, our story spans more than a century. It is a proud tradition, an honorable heritage and a history that we share with the communities we serve. Our experience guides our care, and our history reminds us that we are first and foremost a family serving families — we are people to depend on. In fact, Griffin Leggett Funeral Homes were named ‘Best of the Best’ funeral homes in 1998 by readers of the Arkansas Democrat Gazette.

Community Involvement
At Griffin Leggett, we take pride in being part of the communities we serve. In addition to providing professional and caring funeral service to Arkansas families, we are proud to offer the use of our facilities to local organizations for meetings or get-togethers. We also provide grief seminars and support groups, memorial services, hospice programs and a Memorial Tree program to remember loved ones during the holidays.

Our Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Location
Healey & Roth Funeral Home was founded in 1905. In 1974, it merged with Griffin Leggett Funeral Home, which was established in 1936. The strong traditions of Griffin Leggett and those of Healey & Roth combined to create an establishment capable of providing unparalleled professional and personal service to Little Rock families. At Griffin Leggett, we believe that every life is unique, and every funeral should be too. We celebrate life. Griffin Leggett also offers The Simplicity Plan® prearrangement program, an easy way to handle an important family responsibility.


Our Obituaries

Ola F Leonard

March 7, 1929 - March 17, 2010

Ola F. Leonard, age 81 of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away March 16, 2010 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. Ola was born March 7, 1929 in Van Buren County, Arkansas. She was a self-employed hairdresser for over 30 years. During that time, many of her clients became some of her closet friends. There was always a glass of tea and a warm welcome for all who came to her home. Ola was...
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Carmen Julia Castro Aviles

March 8, 1928 - March 14, 2010


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J.D. "Doug" Wilson

April 21, 1953 - March 12, 2010

J.D. “Doug” Wilson, Jr., 56, of Little Rock, passed away Friday, March 12, 2010. He was born April 21, 1953, in Natchez, MS. After completing his undergraduate studies at Centenary College in Shreveport, LA, J.D. earned his Master’s Degree in Theater from Ohio University in Youngstown, OH. He moved to Little Rock in the late 1970s and had a career in computer technical support...
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Embra E. Williamson

April 9, 1913 - March 11, 2010

Embra E. Williamson, 96, of Shannon Hills, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2010. He was born April 9, 1913, in Jonesboro, AR, to the late Charles and Mabel McElroy Williamson. During World War II, Embra served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army. Embra worked for many years as an Instrument Repair Technician for NASA in White Sands, NM, and retired when he was 55 years old. During his time...
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Ray Starr

September 5, 1927 - March 10, 2010

Ray Starr, 82, of North Little Rock, AR, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2010. He was born September 5, 1927, in Bigelow, AR, to the late Odda Jackson and Lula Starr. Ray was a U.S. Army veteran and served during World War II. As a young man, he helped his father at the family business, Starr Auto Sales and Parts in Little Rock. Ray was a well known professional home builder for about 40...
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Juanita Sue Spears

January 29, 1938 - March 5, 2010

Juanita Sue Spears, 72, of Benton, AR, passed away Friday, March 5, 2010. She was born to Joel Edgar Jones and Jessie Larue Schraeder Jones on January 29, 1938, in Paducah, Kentucky, though she grew up mostly in Lansing, Michigan. She married Paul Edward Spears who was in the United States Marines in July 1962. While he was stationed at Camp LeJune in North Carolina in 1968, she gave birth to...
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Carol Ann Davis

January 10, 1944 - March 4, 2010

Carol Ann Davis, 66, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a battle with cancer. A loving mother and grandmother, she will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Martha Karnes. Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of 48 years, Dwight Davis; two daughters, Martha Kornas...
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Kenneth Lynn Eaves

June 10, 1951 - March 4, 2010

Kenneth L. Eaves, 58, of Alexander, AR, went to the eternal hunting ground and fishing pond in the sky on Thursday, March 4, 2010. He was born June 10, 1951, in Little Rock, to the late William and Marilyn Eaves. Kenneth served in the US Navy and was a Vietnam Veteran. He was employed as a plumber in Arizona and a concrete truck driver in Arkansas. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting...
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Nancy Jayne McMillin

May 21, 1940 - February 28, 2010

Nancy Jayne McMillin, 69, of Little Rock, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2010. She was born May 21, 1940, in Sherman, TX, to the late Ernest and Bobbie Judkins. Nancy was a long-time member of Life Line Baptist Church in Little Rock. A loving mother and grandmother, she will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James D. McMillin; one...
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Harley Eugene Crowder

October 20, 1927 - February 27, 2010

Harley Eugene Crowder, 82, of Prattsville, AR, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2010. He was born October 20, 1927, in Leola, AR, to the late Harry and Flora Crowder. Harley was a graduate of Leola High School and Draughns Business School. After graduation he worked at Ft. Roots Veterans Hospital for many years and retired as the Business Manager in 1981. For the next ten years, he was...
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Robert "Bob" Barnes Brazzel

April 10, 1942 - February 24, 2010

Robert Barnes Brazzel, 67, of Little Rock, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010. His loving wife Glenda was nearby, in the home they had built through 45 years of marriage. He was at peace about what had been and what was to come. Bob was born April 10, 1942, to Edna and Charles "Monk" Brazzel, who preceded him in death, as did his brothers, Russell and Kim. The Brazzel brothers were...
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Theodore A. Bowman

December 2, 1926 - February 20, 2010

Theodore A. “Peck” Bowman, age 83 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Saturday, February 20, 2010 at the Valley Ranch Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on December 2, 1926 in Woodson, Arkansas to his late parents William Bowman and Martha Criten. Peck’s life was an inspiration and example to his friends and loved ones. He lived a life full of hard work, faith and humility. A kind...
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Loutricia Ann Bowman

October 5, 1934 - February 18, 2010

Loutricia Ann Bowman, age 75 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Thursday, February 18, 2010 at UAMS Medical Center. Loutricia was born on October 5, 1935 in Little Rock to her late parents Eugene Walker and Margaret Jones. Loutricia will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother, a compassionate and caring friend; a devoted Christian who was strong in her faith and was an active member...
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Milton Eugene "Gene" Hodges

September 10, 1935 - February 17, 2010

Milton Eugene “Gene” Hodges, age 74 of Little Rock died Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at the V. A. Hospital. He was born on September 10, 1935 in Little Rock to his late parents Claud H. Hodges and Ruby Marie Gardner. Milton was a member of the American Legion Post in Mabelvale, an 8 year veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served in Japan, was employed for Orbit Valve for over 30 years...
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Robert Daniel Toon

December 20, 1976 - February 13, 2010

Robert Daniel Toon, 33, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2010, after a two-year battle with Leukemia. Rob was born December 20, 1976, in Greenville, Mississippi. He is survived by his wife, Stephanie; four children, Michael, 11, Jack, 4, Lily and Averi, 2; his parents, Sheila and David Dixon, and Ronnie and Janet Toon; his grandparents, Lucille Morgan and Mary...
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Thurman "Tom" Watson Jones

January 11, 1918 - February 7, 2010

Thurman “Tom” Watson Jones, 92, of Mayflower, Arkansas, died on Sunday, February 7, 2010. He was born January 11, 1918, in Oklahoma to the late Charley and Inez Jones. Tom was a World War II Navy veteran and a self-employed carpenter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mahaley; and two brothers, Charley and Raymond Jones. Survivors include his three children, Steve Jones and wife...
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Norman Reed Caple

November 12, 1935 - February 6, 2010

Norman Reed Caple, age 74 of Haskell, Arkansas died Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Saline Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 12, 1935 to his late parents Dan Houston Caple and Chloe Lee Dodson. Norman enjoyed hunting, fishing, having fun, attended Mt. Harmony Missionary Baptist Church in Haskell, and his love was helping people. Survivors include his wife of over 30 years, Joyce...
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Robert E. Davis

August 20, 1937 - February 5, 2010

Robert E. Davis, age 72 of Mabelvale, Arkansas went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 5, 2010 at Saline Memorial Hospital. Robert was born on August 21, 1937 in Huntsville, Arkansas to his late parents P.D. and Eunice Davis. On December 12, 1963, he married the love of his life, Rosanna. He was a tool and die maker and was employed by Teletype Corp for over 35 years. A loving...
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Susan Kay Rowe

March 2, 1947 - February 4, 2010

Susan Kay Rowe, age 62 of Bryant, Arkansas died Thursday, February 4, 2010 at the Saline Memorial Hospital. Susan was born on March 2, 1947 to her parents John and Bee Drolshagen in Milwaukee, WI. She was an avid reader, loved animals and worked for the Pulaski County Courthouse for over 23 years. Survivors include her two children, Emily B. Rowe and John L. Rowe both of Bryant; two...
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Pamela M. Kinsey

January 22, 1961 - January 31, 2010

Pamela M. Kinsey, age 49, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2010. Pam was born January 22, 1961, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Robert Whittamore and the late Nina Boyce Whittamore. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, she will be deeply missed. In addition to her mother, Pam was preceded in death by one grandson, Logan M. Kinsey. She is survived by her loving...
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Ruth Ann Miller

July 1, 1915 - January 28, 2010

Ruth Ann Miller, 94, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, January 28, 2010. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late John O. and Lucille Summers, Ruth was a graduate of Mt. St. Mary Academy. An employee of the Internal Revenue Service, she rose from a part-time clerk’s position to a section chief responsible for the work of over 200 employees. Clever and...
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Mattie Ann Brown

May 23, 1916 - January 21, 2010

Mattie Ann Brown, age 93 of Silver Spring, Maryland died Thursday, January 21, 2010. Mattie was born in Hope, Arkansas on May 23, 1916. She had an unconditional love for her son and her grandchildren. Survivors include her son Bryan Brown (Anne) of Silver Spring, Maryland and four grandchildren, Sha Grogan-Brown, Julie Grogan-Brown, Christy Brown, and Beth Brown. She is preceded in death...
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Frans Anthony Stalpers

April 26, 1939 - January 18, 2010

Frans Anthony Stalpers, age 70 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Monday, January 18, 2010, at Baptist Health Medical Center. He was born on April 26, 1939, to his late parents Joseph William Stalpers and Christina Maria Pielage in Haarlem, Holland. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Maryann Stalpers; two children, Kathy Maner of Charlotte, NC, and J. P. Stalpers (Melissa) of Little Rock,...
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Harvey Lee Harper

January 3, 1922 - January 16, 2010

Harvey Lee Harper, age 88, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, formerly of Mabelvale, Arkansas, died Saturday, January 16, 2010. He was born on January 3, 1922 to his late parents, Alvie Claude Harper and Lizzie Alice Milburn in Paul Valley, Oklahoma. Survivors include two children, Brenda Keith (Thomas) of Port St. Lucie, FL, and Roger Harper of Mabelvale, AR; one sister, Helen Sparks of Romance,...
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Frances Elizabeth Brown Burks

November 26, 1917 - January 15, 2010

Frances Elizabeth Brown Burks, 92, of Little Rock, went to be with her Lord on Friday, January 15, 2010. She was born November 26, 1917, in Wynne, AR. to the late A.R. and Lena Anderson Brown. She graduated with honors from Wynne High School in 1936, and moved to Little Rock where she later became a devoted housewife and mother. She married Clifton H. Burks on March 15, 1941, and he...
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Pedro Ramirez

March 14, 1950 - January 15, 2010


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Elmo Earl Jackson

June 20, 1925 - January 14, 2010

Elmo Earl Jackson, age 84 of Benton, Arkansas, formerly of Russellville, Arkansas, died Thursday, January 14, 2010, at his residence. He was born on June 20, 1925, to his late parents Elma Walter Jackson and Vera Thompson in San Diego, California. Elmo was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Russellville and was a Veteran of the United States Navy. Survivors include his four...
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Mary Louise Bailey

January 25, 1920 - January 12, 2010

Mary Louise Bailey, 89, of Tulsa, OK, formerly of Little Rock, AR, died on January 12, 2010, in Tulsa, OK. Born in Muskogee, OK, on January 25, 1920, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Bailey. Survivors include three children, Charles G. (Phyllis) Bailey of Tulsa, OK, Irene Robinson of San Jose, CA and Joe E. (Barbara) Bailey of Little Rock; four grandchildren; and six...
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William "Bill" Joseph Mountjoy

May 28, 1935 - January 12, 2010

William “Bill” Joseph Mountjoy, age 74 of Mabelvale, Arkansas died Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at the Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on May 28, 1935 to his late parents Glen Mountjoy and Mable Mitchell. Bill was the owner of Mountjoy Custom Draperies from 1970 until his retirement in 1998 and served in the United States Air Force for 8...
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Ida Bell Hannah

October 16, 1922 - January 12, 2010

Ida Bell Hannah, age 87 of Benton, Arkansas died Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hot Springs. She was born on October 16, 1922 in White County, Arkansas to her late parents Charles Edward Hannah and Velma Corbit Gillham. Ida was a veteran of the Women’s Army Corps and helped build B-17s during WWII. Survivors include one son Rodney Bowers (Donna)...
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Marvin Ray Duncan

February 7, 1925 - January 6, 2010

Marvin Ray Duncan, age 84 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at St. Vincent’s Doctor’s Hospital. Marvin was born February 7, 1925 in Caraway, Arkansas to his late parents Ebenezer Bright Duncan and Irene Blanche Alexander. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served four years and the U.S. AirForce and loved fishing. Survivors include his wife of 62 years,...
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Lulu Faye Rollins

December 3, 1911 - December 26, 2009

Lulu Faye Rollins, age 98, of Little Rock, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 26, 2009. She was born December 3, 1911, to the late Alvin and Edna Rollins. Faye was a member of Henderson United Methodist Church for 95 years. During that time, she sang in the sanctuary Choir for 72 years, was an officer in the WSCS, a member of UMW and served on several committees. She retired...
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Harry H. & Thelma L. Bacon

March 15, 1917 - December 26, 2009

Harry H. Bacon, age 92 of Little Rock died December 26, 2009 at his home. He was born in Ferrell, Arkansas and raised in Little Rock. He was an Electrical Engineer with AP&L retiring in 1982 after 46 years. He proudly served in Europe and North Africa during WWII in the Army Air Corp as Crew Chief for his B-26 Marauder, the “Miss Arkansas” flying over 100 missions. He cherished the...
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Elsa Achterberg McKinzie Mann

August 9, 1920 - December 20, 2009

Elsa Achterberg McKinzie Mann, 89, of Vimy Ridge, AR, was born August 9, 1920, in Little Rock, AR, and died Sunday, December 20, 2009, at the Arkansas Hospice Center in Little Rock. She was raised by her aunt and uncle, Elsie and Milton Diers and grandparents, Barbara and Christina Schneyer. Elsa was a member of Vimy Ridge Missionary Baptist Church; the Vimy Ridge Extension Homemakers Club;...
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Kenneth Yelvington

September 19, 1937 - December 20, 2009

Kenneth Yelvington, 72, of Mabelvale, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2009. He was born September 19, 1937, in Fountain Hill, AR, to the late June and Corrine Yelvington. In 1991, Kenneth retired after 33 years of service from McMillan-Blodel Container Company. He was of the Baptist faith. A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, he will be deeply missed. In addition to...
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Nina Nix Railey

June 19, 1931 - December 19, 2009

Nina Nix Railey, 78, of Little Rock, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2009. She was born June 19, 1931, in England, AR, to the late Doyle D. and Rachel Cheek Davis. Nina was a member of Otter Creek Assembly of God Church. She most enjoyed spending time with her family. A loving mother and grandmother, she will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cliff Railey;...
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Oretha Beatrice Nola Yeatman

September 3, 1944 - December 19, 2009

Oretha Beatrice Nola Yeatman, age 65 of Alexander, Arkansas died Saturday, December 19, 2009 at the Arkansas Heart Hospital. She was born to her late parents Joseph Arnold Eaton and Pearl Burtha Mitchell in Cherry Valley, Arkansas. Oretha was a hair dresser for more than 40 years and was a member of the Park Place Baptist Church in Bryant. Survivors include three children; Robert Roggow of...
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Juanita E. Pershall

August 11, 1925 - December 18, 2009

Juanita E. Pershall, 84, of Little Rock, passed away Friday, December 18, 2009. She was born August 11, 1925, in Morrison, OK, to the late James and Amanda Reaves. Juanita and her husband, Howard, owned Little Rock Hearing Aid Center for many years. After their retirement in March 1990, they enjoyed traveling, fishing and spending time with family. Juanita enjoyed cooking and baking and...
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Karen Lynn Patterson Ross

June 8, 1951 - December 18, 2009

Karen Lynn Patterson Ross, 58, of Hot Springs, AR, passed away Friday, December 18, 2009. She was born June 8, 1951, in Auburn, AL. Karen was a graduate of the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She had a beautiful soul and a very pleasing and pleasant disposition. She was preceded in death by her father, James W. Patterson, Sr. DVM. Survivors include her...
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Charles Judson King

December 25, 1937 - December 16, 2009

Charles Judson King, 71, of Mabelvale, AR, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2009. He was born December 25, 1937, in Jackson, MS, to the late Grace and Charles Judson King, Sr. Charles was a gradate of Provine high School in Jackson, MS and later received a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was stationed in Germany in the...
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Daniel Cicero Turner

December 21, 1945 - December 16, 2009

Daniel Cicero Turner, 63, of Benton, AR, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2009. He was born December 21, 1945, in Batesville, AR. Daniel was a member of Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church and was employed at Affiliated Foods for 44 years. He enjoyed crappie fishing, deer hunting and woodworking. A loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, he will be deeply missed. ...
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George Kirk McLaughlin

July 21, 1908 - December 14, 2009

George Kirk McLaughlin, age 101, of Bryant, Arkansas, died on Monday, December 14, 2009 at his home. He was born on July 21, 1908 in Bauxite, Arkansas, to the late Betty Kirk McLaughlin and Vern McLaughlin. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Betty Hogan McLaughlin, and one brother, Leigh McLaughlin. George graduated from Little Rock High School in 1926 and from the...
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Forrest F. Reed

September 13, 1930 - December 13, 2009

Forrest F. Reed, 79, of Little Rock, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009, at his home after a short battle with leukemia. He was born September 13, 1930, in Little Rock, to the late Fred and Lillian Reed. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Forrest served during the Korean War. He obtained a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from San Diego State University and was employed for many...
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Lou Neal Hester

February 13, 1935 - December 12, 2009

Lou Neal Hester, age 74, of Benton, AR, passed away on December 12, 2009. Ms. Hester was born February 13, 1935, in Warren, AR, and graduated from Hope High School. She was a devout Christian lady that was loved dearly and will truly be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Inez and Martin Logan, Sr.; sisters, Lorraine Pharez and Lucretia Cogvill; and...
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Frank Gill Mauch

October 8, 1926 - December 10, 2009

Frank Gill Mauch, 83, of Benton, AR, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 10, 2009, with his family by his side. Frank was born on October 8, 1926, in Poplar Bluff, MO, to the late Frank Henry Mauch and Marie Gill Mauch. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marjorie Mauch; son, Frederick Paul “Fritz” Mauch of Benton; grandson, Frederick Paul “Ricky” Mauch, II...
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Clyde Lee Cook, Sr.

August 13, 1923 - December 9, 2009

Clyde Lee Cook, Sr., 86 of Little Rock, AR, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at Springhill Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. He was born August 13, 1923 in Mullins, WV, to Franklin Pierce and Gertrude Clark Cook. After serving in the U. S. Army during World War II, Clyde lived a full, devoted life as husband to Betty Jo Massey Cook for 67 years, most of which was spent in Arkansas...
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Gracie Lynne Thomas

December 8, 2009

Gracie Lynne Thomas, infant daughter of Mark jonathan Thomas and Jennifer Lynne Sykes Thomas of Little Rock, AR, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2009. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Jonathan Allen Thomas of Little Rock, AR; maternal grandparents, Frank and Debra Sykes of Madison, MS; and paternal grandparents, S.C. and Diane Thomas of Vicksburg, MS. Graveside...
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David Caple Green

March 21, 1944 - December 8, 2009

David Caple Green, 65, of Benton, AR, formerly of Sheridan, passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 8, 2009. David was born on March 21, 1944, to the late Caple and Mildred Green in Pine Bluff, AR. David grew up in Gould and Des Arc and joined the Arkansas National Guard after graduating from high school. He retired in 2003 from International Paper Company in Pine Bluff. His...
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Imogene Webb Hill

December 31, 1929 - December 7, 2009

Imogene Webb Hill, 79, of Bryant, AR, passed away Monday, December 7, 2009. She was born December 31, 1929, in Bingen, AR, to the late J.D. and Ruby Robins Webb. Imogene was a member of First United Methodist Church of Bryant. A loving wife, mother and Mimi, she will be deeply missed. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Truman H. Hill; children, Steve Hill and wife Sharon of...
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Florene White Moore

November 26, 1921 - December 4, 2009

Florene White Moore, 88, departed this life peacefully on December 4, 2009, in Richmond, Virginia. She was a member of Asbury UMC in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, C. F. and Irene White of Batesville, Arkansas; and her husband of sixty-three years, Roy R. Moore of Little Rock. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Sue Moore of Midlothian,...
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Courtney Renee Sipes

September 10, 1998 - November 24, 2009

Courtney Renee Sipes, age 11, of Smithtown, New York, died tragically on Tuesday, November 24, 2009. Beloved daughter of Lavena and Tracy Sipes. Loving sister of Cameron. Dear granddaughter of Max and Irene Mull and Robert and Jewell Dean-Sipes. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Friday, December 4, 2009, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy 5 North,...
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Dorothy Knopf Ellis

September 20, 1917 - November 22, 2009

Dorothy Knopf Ellis, age 92 of Bryant, Arkansas went home to be with her Lord, husband, and Son on November 22, 2009. She was born on September 20, 1917 to her late parents, Charles Knopf and Emma Williamson. Dorothy was a very loving mother and grandmother and her family was the joy of her life. During her earlier years, she attended Little Rock Schools, played golf and ran track. Later in...
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Elmer David Bennett

October 25, 1923 - November 22, 2009

E. “David” Bennett, age 86 of Mabelvale, Arkansas died Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Baptist Health Medical Center. He was born on October 25, 1923 in Melburn, Nebraska and was then raised in Topeka Kansas. David served in the United States Navy having served in WWII from 1943 until 1945 serving in Sea Bees in the South Pacific. After serving his country, he went to work for Goodyear Tire...
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Edmund Archie Stoddard

April 22, 1937 - November 21, 2009

Edmund Archie Stoddard, III, age 72 of Bryant, Arkansas died Saturday, November 21, 2009, at his home. He was born on April 22, 1937, in Independence, Missouri to his late parents Edmund Archie Stoddard, II and Mildred Leta Reynolds. Edmund was a retired Southern Baptist Minister who pastored in the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Wyoming and a Revival Evangelist through...
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Michael J. Rowland

January 20, 1944 - November 21, 2009

Michael Jay Rowland, age 65 of Sherwood, Arkansas died Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock. He was born January 20, 1944, to his late parents Kenneth V. Rowland and Thelma Priscilla Mae Jenkins in Little Rock. Michael retired from Teletype Corporation after 33 years of service, worked 11 years as a part-time Deputy for the Saline County Sheriff’s...
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Luella F. Reeser

April 10, 1919 - November 21, 2009

Luella F. Reeser, 90, of Little Rock died November 21, 2009. She was born April 10, 1919 in Watonga, Oklahoma the daughter of J. P. and Josie Worrel Crews. She had a brother, Edsel J. Crews and a sister, Lorene Crews Noland. A member of Lifeline Baptist Church, Mrs. Reeser loved to fish. She is survived by her best friend and spouse of 70 years, Eddie M. Reeser, two daughters, Beverly Sue...
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Dale Scott Myers

June 5, 1958 - November 18, 2009

Dale Scott Myers, 51, of Little Rock, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009. He was born June 5, 1958, in Little Rock, AR. Dale was known for his kindness and willingness to always help. He loved to travel and spend time with family and friends. He also enjoyed capturing life through his love of photography. Dale attended North Little Rock Assembly of God Church. Survivors include...
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John Mark Carter

April 19, 1938 - November 18, 2009

John Mark Carter, 71, of Alexander, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009. He was born April 19, 1938, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to the late Leo and Kate Carter. A life-long resident of Council Bluffs, Iowa, John relocated to Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1988. He was dedicated to the Union Pacific Railroad and was employed with them as an electrician for 39 years. John enjoyed his...
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Marie McWilliams Purvis

March 10, 1920 - November 17, 2009

Marie McWilliams Purvis, 89, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, died Tuesday, November 17, 2009. She was born March 10, 1920, in Killairn, Louisiana, to the late Harvey McWilliams and Mary Maddox McWilliams. Marie was a member of Second Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husbands,...
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Lester Ernest Hicks

July 9, 1944 - November 14, 2009

Lester Ernest Hicks, age 65 of Benton, Arkansas died Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Saline Memorial Hospice House. He was born to his late parents Ernest Franklin Hicks and Margaret Juanita Baker in Malvern, Arkansas on July 9, 1944. Lester was an active member of PWP (Parents Without Partners), worked for Orbit Valve for over 30 years, and was a member of Marshill Missionary Baptist...
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Thelma Louise Healy

March 30, 1925 - November 14, 2009

Thelma Louise Healy, age 84 of Mabelvale, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on November 14, 2009 at her home after a long and brave battle with Alzheimer’s. Thelma was born to John and Gertrude Howard Tucker on March 30, 1925 in LaFountain, Indiana. Thelma married Ervin C. Butcher in 1942. They later had two children Ervin C. Butcher, Jr., and Linda Carol Butcher and then were later divorced...
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Elizabeth Ann Red

November 14, 1932 - November 13, 2009

We have held pieces of each other since we have been apart. Yet I have always been with, you, and you were always in my heart. Finally, you are able to come home. Finally we are able to be whole. Now we are together, you, I, and our Lord together forever. Elizabeth Ann Red age 76 of Alexander died Friday, November 13, 2009. She was born November 14, 1932 to her late parents Herman McGill...
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Mildred Bernice Marts

September 25, 1930 - November 13, 2009

Mildred Bernice Marts, age 79, of Little Rock died peacefully at her home on Friday, November 13, 2009, after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s. Mildred was born on August 25, 1930 to the late A.J. and Agnes Rinke in Hartman, Arkansas. She was a kind and generous woman who was loved by her family, and loved by everyone she met. She was a true homemaker who gave selflessly to her family and...
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Evelyn Carey Ballentine

August 24, 1925 - November 7, 2009

Evelyn Ballentine-Reeves-Abner-Carey, of North Little Rock, AR, age 84, passed away quietly in the evening hours November 7, 2009. She was born August 24, 1925, in Cleburne, Arkansas, the daughter of Susie and Andrew Carey. Survivors include one brother, James Carey; four daughters, Beth Browder, Sue Lasley, Janet Cook and Teresa Cox; three sons, John Abner, Randy Abner and Billy Abner; and...
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Cheri Ann Tilford

March 6, 1962 - November 5, 2009

Cheri Ann Tilford was born March 6, 1962, and passed from this Life on earth to be with her Lord on November 5, 2009. Ms. Cheri was preceded in death by her parents, Katherine and Leroy Smith; her sister, Dorothy Smith; and her brother, Jimmy Smith. Cheri was a loving wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, G.W.; her children, Kandi Cole-McClellan and Jacob Tilford; and her...
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Michael Andrew Reynolds

June 4, 1958 - November 3, 2009

Michael Andrew Reynolds, age 51, died Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was born June 4, 1958 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Andrew Jackson Reynolds and Dolores Reynolds. Mike was a 1976 graduate of Catholic High School for Boys and received his BSBA in Finance and Banking from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. In addition, Mike loved sports of all kinds. He enjoyed coaching and watching...
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Edna Mary Ross

March 29, 1926 - October 29, 2009

Edna Mary Ross, 83, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2009. She was born March 29, 1926, in Northumberland, Scotland. During World War II, she met a young man serving in the US Army Air Corp, Billy Dean Ross. They were married on March 29, 1945, in Aberdeen Scotland, and were nearly inseparable until his death on July 22, 2003. Edna was very proud when she became a...
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Michael Louis Moore

January 19, 1956 - October 29, 2009

Michael Louis Moore, 53, of Sandia Park, New Mexico, passed away October 29, 2009. He was born January 19, 1956, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Survivors include his parents, Travis and Martha Moore of Little Rock, Arkansas; daughter, Christy Baca; son-in-law, Timothy Baca; two grandchildren, Madeline Holt and Wesley Baca, all of Sandia Park, New Mexico; and many special friends. He was preceded...
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Nevaeh Grace Lyons

October 19, 2009

Nevaeh Grace Lyons, infant daughter of Brittany Lester and Jeremy Lyons of Benton, passed away Monday, October 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her great grandmother, Belinda Siders; great great grandmother, June Peeples; and great great grandfather, James Seward. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her maternal grandparents, Kim and Jimmy Lester, Jr.; paternal grandparents,...
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Billie Sue Ballentine

September 5, 1941 - October 15, 2009

Billie Sue Ballentine of Byrant, Arkansas passed away, Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Baptist Health Medical Center. She was born September 5, NYB to her late parents Johnny Hill and Betsy Irene Lynz in Little Rock. Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Earl Ballentine of Bryant, AR; one daughter, Terry Ballentine (A.J.) of Bismark, AR; three brothers, Bud Hill (Anita) of Sherwood, AR,...
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Isabel C. Boyce

March 19, 1935 - October 15, 2009

Isabel C. Boyce, 74, of Little Rock, AR, went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 15, 2009. She was born March 19, 1935, in Cabot, AR. Isabel retired after many years of service from Munsey Toaster. She was a member of Grace Connection Church. A loving mother and grandmother, she will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Boyce, Sr. Survivors include six...
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Lester Earl Orman

June 26, 1930 - October 12, 2009

Lester Earl Orman, age 79, of Little Rock, Arkansas died Monday, October 12, 2009, at his home. He was born on June 26, 1930, in Mississippi to his the late Sidney Samuel Orman and Nanny Mary Outz. Lester was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean War. In addition, he enjoyed hunting, gardening and being outdoors. Survivors include his wife, Melva Orman of Little...
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David Lee Powell

November 6, 1942 - September 30, 2009

David Lee Powell, age 66, of Hensley, AR passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2009. David was born November 6, 1942 to his parent’s Albert and Monthiray Powell in Nashville, Arkansas. He was retired from Colonial Baking Company after 32 years of service and then worked part time for United Engines in Little Rock. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Fern Powell of Hensley, AR;...
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Charles Robert Rain, Jr.

April 4, 1939 - September 28, 2009

Charles Robert Rain, Jr., age 70 of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away September 28, 2009. He was born April 4, 1939 in Salem, New Jersey to the late Charles Robert Rain, Sr. and Alice Margaret Lodge Rain. Charles was an eagle scout, was in the Army Reserves and was retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department. In addition, he liked traveling, playing golf, and loved his...
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Ronald "Ron" Wayne Barrett II

March 5, 1963 - September 22, 2009

Ronald “Ron” Wayne Barrett, II, 46, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, September, 22, 2009. Born March 5, 1963, in Santa Barbara, California, Ron was a kind, gentle soul who received great joy helping those in need. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald “Ron” Wayne Barrett, I. Survivors include his mother, Jeannie Barrett of Hot Springs; one...
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Charles Robert Jones

February 3, 1926 - September 21, 2009

Charles Robert Jones, 83, of Alexander, Arkansas, passed away Monday, September 21, 2009. He was born February 3, 1926, in New Preston, Connecticut, to the late Grier and Lina Cogswell Jones. At the age of 17, Charles enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served on the USS Yorktown during World War II, served in the Korean War and was a long-time member of the VFW. In addition to his parents, he...
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Vivian Mavis Lambert

August 29, 1917 - September 19, 2009

Vivian Mavis Lambert, age 92, of Haskell, Arkansas passed away Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the Saline Memorial Hospice House in Bryant. She was born August 29, 1917 to L. D. Eaton and Anna Page of Bald Knob, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by parents and three sisters. Survivors include four children, Charles Schmieder of White Hall, Arkansas, Nelda Anderson (Fay) of Haskell,...
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Connie Len Westmoreland Huitt

December 30, 1959 - September 14, 2009

Connie Len Westmoreland Huitt, age 49, of Seymour, MO, formerly of Little Rock, AR, passed away Monday, September 14, 2009. Connie was born in Little Rock to Jerry and Caroline Westmoreland on December 30, 1959. She was preceded in death by her mother; and her brother, Jerry Allen Westmoreland, Jr. Survivors include her father, Jerry Westmoreland and his wife Judy of Alexander, AR; two...
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Irwin J. Umansky

September 25, 1936 - September 13, 2009

Irwin Umansky, 72, died at his home in Little Rock on Sunday, September 13, 2009. He was born on September 25, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late David and Rosie Umansky. He is survived by his loving sister, Susan Shores; his constant companion, Betty; two daughters, Jill and Jodi; and three granddaughters. A graveside service will be held at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery...
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William Earl Beasley

December 16, 1938 - September 13, 2009

William Earl Beasley, 70, of Alexander, AR, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2009. He was born December 16, 1938, in Little Rock, to the late Jewel Earl and Connie Venita Beasley. A contractor all of his life, William was a member of the Local 690 of the Carpenter’s Union where he served as the treasurer for over seven years. He represented the union as a delegate in Washington, DC, in...
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Lawrence Alfred Fee III

January 3, 1964 - September 13, 2009

Lawrence Alfred Fee, III, 45, of Mabelvale, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2009. He was born January 3, 1964 in Little Rock. Lawrence loved spending time with his family, pets and enjoyed riding motorcycles. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Lawrence A. Fee, Sr.; and his maternal grandparents, Catherine and R.G. Burks. Survivors include four children, Christopher...
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William Howard "Billy" Riddle

January 9, 1935 - August 28, 2009

William Howard “Billy” Riddle, 74, of Little Rock, passed away Friday, August 28, 2009. He was born January 9, 1935, in Kirby. AR, to the late Welton and Edythe Riddle. A graduate of Mabelvale, High School, Billy attended Monticello College. He served in the Air National Guard for 19 years. An avid Razorback fan, he was on the Razorback chain crew at War Memorial Stadium for over 40...
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Henry Lynn Shuptrine

May 28, 1947 - August 27, 2009

Henry Lynn Shuptrine, 62, of Mabelvale, slipped away on the wings of his angel on Thursday, August 27, 2009, at 1:30 AM. He was born May 28, 1947, in Texarkana, AR, to the late Robert and Pearl Shuptrine. A Vietnam veteran, Henry served in the U.S. Army from August 7, 1967 until July 30, 1969. After retiring as a long distance truck driver, he worked for Baptist Health driving a truck and...
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Roy Allen Harris, Jr.

May 28, 1948 - August 26, 2009

Roy Allen Harris, Jr. age 61 of Mabelvale, Arkansas died Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at the Baptist Health Medical Center. He was born May 28, 1948 in Fort Knox, Kentucky to his parents Roy Allen, Sr. and Melva Hughes Harris. Roy was a veteran of the United States Marines and was in the 1st Graduating Class from McClellan High School in 1966. In addition, he was a hard worker and enjoyed...
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Monique Claudette Marie Ramos

March 5, 1941 - August 22, 2009

Monique Claudette Marie Richer Ramos, 68, of Little Rock, Arkansas, and formerly of Newport, Rhode Island, went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2009. She was born March 5, 1941, in Ottawa, Canada. Monique was a devoted volunteer. Over the years she has been actively involved in several organizations such as Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary, Military Order of Cooties Associations ...
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Joyl Eugene "Jody" Jones

March 30, 1930 - August 19, 2009

Joyl Eugene “Jody” Jones, age 79 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at the Saline Memorial Hospice House. Joyl was born March 30, 1930 in Sand Springs, Oklahoma to his late parents Sam Jones and Wilma Stitsworth. Joyl enjoyed coaching little league baseball, basketball, track, and girls softball, worked for Hoerner Waldorf for over 30 years, and was of the Baptist...
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Ernest Ellis

August 23, 1927 - August 12, 2009

Ernest Ellis, age 81 of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2009. Ernest was born August 23, 1927 in Little Rock to his late parents Ernest and Almeda Ellis. He enjoyed fishing, riding his Harley and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his son Robert Ellis and wife Terri of Bryant; sister, Barbara Jean of Little Rock; two granddaughters, Kathy Lynn of Florida...
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Edward John Cordon, Jr.

August 3, 1933 - August 11, 2009

Edward John Cordon, Jr., 76, of Benton, AR, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2009. He was born August 3, 1933, in Little Rock, to the late Edward John Cordon, Sr. and Grace Irvin Cordon. Edward was a pilot and enjoyed airplanes and motorcycles. He was in the office machine business for over 50 years. During that time, he owned Acme Business Machines for nearly 40 years. He was a member of...
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Donald R. Lawhon

November 6, 1943 - August 9, 2009

Donald R. Lawhon, age 65, of Alexander, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2009. He was born November 6, 1943, in Redfield, AR, to the late Archie and Edith Lawhon. Don was an avid Nascar fan and enjoyed watching and attending races. He worked in heavy highway construction for many years. Don never met a stranger and had many life-long friends. He will be deeply missed. In addition to his...
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Jordyn Marie Haskin

July 28, 2009 - August 8, 2009

Jordyn Marie Haskin, infant daughter of Stephen and Alisa Haskin of Benton, AR, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2009. Born July 28, 2009, she was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she is survived by two brothers, Zackary and Jacob Haskin; grandparents, Janet Miller and Judy and Gary Haskin; great grandmother, Dorothy “GiGi” Miller; two...
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James Richard Thompson

June 12, 1973 - August 4, 2009

James Richard Thompson, age 36 of Haskel, Arkansas died Tuesday, August 4, 2009. He was an avid fisherman, enjoy the outdoors, and loved his kids, nieces and nephews. He is survived by his three sons, Jake, Jobilee, and Nathan; his father, David Burden of Alexander; four brothers, Troy Porter of Alexander, AR, Jamey Salazar of Haskel, AR, Tim Conley of Alexander, AR, and Michael Conley of...
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Mildred A. Irby Mink

July 18, 1917 - August 4, 2009

Mildred A. Irby Mink, age 92, of Bryant, AR, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at the Saline Memorial Hospice House. She was born July 18, 1917, in Bauxite, AR, to the late Arthur and Texie Irby. Mildred was a foster parent and loved her children and grandchildren. She attended Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Henry Mink, Sr.; one son,...
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John Paul Rumbaugh, Jr.

September 13, 1943 - August 4, 2009

John Paul Rumbaugh, Jr. age 65 of Alexander, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at his home. He was born September 13, 1943 to his late parents, John Paul Rumbaugh, Sr. and Sally Mae Phillips in Odessa, Texas. John had a great love for arts and crafts, had a passion for building bird houses, and the Greatest love for taking care of his family. He was of the Baptist...
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Syble "Bay" Dennis

January 2, 1922 - July 30, 2009

Syble “Bay” Dennis, 87, of Maumelle, AR, died Thursday, July 30, 2009. She was born January 2, 1922, in Cedar Bluff, MS, to the late Jesse Franklin and Viola Winfield. After her children were grown, Syble worked as a substitute teacher. She was an avid bowler and was of the Methodist faith. Syble was devoted to her family and was a caregiver to her husband for the last ten years. A...
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Annette Z. Redd

April 8, 1967 - July 30, 2009

Annette Z. Redd, 42, of Sheridan, AR, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2009. She is survived by her husband, L. Dewayne Redd; one daughter, Tiffiny Nichole Talley and her husband Christopher Seth; one son, Joseph Nathaniel Gardner; one step daughter, Angela Dawn Stringer and her husband John C.; one step son, L. Dewayne Redd, Jr. and his wife Andrea; parents, Nan and Tom Wheaton and Tony...
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Mary Ann Hudman

April 22, 1934 - July 29, 2009

Mary Ann Hudman, 75, of Little Rock, Arkansas died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center, Little Rock. She was born April 22, 1934, in Dermott, Arkansas to the late Louie E. and Mattie Frank Sansing. Mrs. Hudman was a faithful member of Community Park Church of Bryant, Eastern Star of Guy, AR, Arkansas Garden Club, and R.A.G.S. of Arkansas. She enjoyed traveling...
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Appolonia Hermine Chastain

January 25, 1923 - July 27, 2009

Appolonia Hermine Chastain, age 86 of Benton, AR died Monday, July 27, 2009 at Saline Memorial Hospice. Graveside services will be 9:30pm, Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at Forest Hills Memorial Park with Father Joseph Ejimotor as Celebrant. She is survived by one son Bill Chastain (Maria) of Benton, AR.
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Freda Ferguson Walther

October 26, 1917 - July 19, 2009

Freda Ferguson Walther, age 91 of Little Rock, Arkansas died Sunday, July 19, 2009. Freda was born October 26, 1917 to her late parents O. P. and Lillian Ferguson in Booneville, Arkansas. She enjoyed her 30 year career with Eichenbaum Law Firm in Little Rock, was a member of the Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church and enjoyed traveling. Survivors include one daughter, Cathy Broach...
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Seng S. Lee

May 15, 1953 - July 16, 2009

Seng S. Lee, age 56 of Hensley, Arkansas died July 16, 2009. He was born to his late parents Nhiachu S. Lee and Tia Vang in the country of Laos. Survivors include his wife Yeng X. Lee; three sons, Kevin S. Lee, Kong S. Lee, and Phong S. Lee all of Hensley, AR; seven daughters, Houa S. Lee of Detroit, MI, Youa S. Lee of Eureka, CA, Sheng S. Lee of St. Paul MN, Chatu S. Lee of Little Rock, AR,...
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Cliff L. Martin, Jr.

October 3, 1969 - July 14, 2009

Cliff L. Martin, Jr., 39, of Benton, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009. Born in Little Rock, AR, on October 3, 1969, he was known to everyone as “Furdburns”, a nickname given to him by his sister, Tana. Cliff was a graduate of Bryant High School and was self-employed for many years with Martin Instruments, Inc. He enjoyed playing guitar and video games and was an animal lover. A...
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