Obituaries

Sep 30, 2024

Paul Edward Pipkin, 73, of Bryant, Arkansas was born on Tuesday, April 2, 1951, in Forrest City, Arkansas. He passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, surrounded by love.

Sep 27, 2024

Nhia Thong Lo passed away at the age of 94, on Friday, September 27, 2024, surrounded by love.

He is survived by his wife, May Lee Lo; his children, My Lo Payia, Thai Lo, Dublauj Xiong, Phong Lo, Julie Lo, Kou Lo, and Joseph Lo; his brother, Tong Ge Lo, and his sister, Suav Vang. Nhia Thong...

Sep 27, 2024

Pa Lee Thao passed away at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff Arkansas on September 27, 2024. A faithful wife of Cher Kao Thao and a loving mother of eight children, she enjoyed spending her time gardening and sewing. In 1986, her sewing work was published in the "Hmong Art Tradition and Change" publication....

Sep 23, 2024

Rickey Eugene Dixon passed away at the age of 67, on Monday, September 23, 2024. He is preceded in death by his brother, David Dixon; mother, Ruby Dixon; grandparents, Dock B. Garner, Macie B. Garner, Daniel B. Dixon, and Fannie B. Dixon.

He is survived by his children, Rickey Dixon Jr., Chasity Rogers, Danny Dixon, and Kevin...

Sep 22, 2024

James Robert Walters, better known as, "J.R.," 90 of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, Ed Walters and Lessie (Martin) Walters, on Monday, July 23rd, 1934, in Houston, Mississippi. He entered his Heavenly home on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024, surrounded by love.

J.R. enjoyed gardening and landscaping, watching tv; especially Gunsmoke, the...

Sep 22, 2024

Tiphani Ava Abbott, 52, of Alexander, AR has sadly left us on September 22nd, 2024. She leaves behind her husband Justin Abbott, daughter Emmeleth Abbott, and son Ephram Abbott. Her departure leaves an unfillable void in their lives, yet they find comfort in the memories and everlasting love they shared.

Tiphani was born on April 25th, 1972...

Sep 9, 2024

Phillip William Andrews, 61, of Alexander, Arkansas was born to Charles William Andrew and Peggy (Smith) Andrews, on Saturday, September 15, 1962, in Lakewood, California. He left this world too soon on Monday, September 9, 2024, surrounded by love. Phillip was an avid outdoorsman who successfully retired after 35 years at Don Isbell Painting. Over everything, Phillip loved spending...

Sep 8, 2024

Mary Annette Gauntt, of Bryant, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2024. She was 99 years old, and just 51 days short of celebrating her 100th birthday.

Mary was born in Crossett, Arkansas on October 29, 1924 to the late George Carlton and Mattie White. She was the only girl among four brothers....

Sep 8, 2024

Kasin James Bacus peacefully passed away safely in the arms of his family and surrounded by love at 9:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 8th, 2024. He was born just 8 minutes before and captured the hearts of everyone.

Kasin is joined in heaven by his Mamaw, Nanny, Aunt Darla, and Aunt Momo.

Those left to...

Sep 7, 2024

Margaret  Ann Tolley, 74, died September 7, 2024, with her family by her side in Bryant, Arkansas.

She was born July 24, 1950, in Levelland, Texas to Early Edward and Lillian Mae Oliver.

She graduated from Del City High School in 1968.

She met and fell in love with Jackson Tolley in Little...

Sep 6, 2024

Paula Yvonne Krontz, age 56, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, at her home with her loving family at her side.

Paula was born on Monday, December 18, 1967, in Little Rock to her parents, Paul E. and Mary Y. Ingle. She loved the outdoors and had a love for pets and animals...

Sep 5, 2024

Steven Ray Carpenter, 50, of Bryant, Arkansas was born on Thursday, November 8th, 1973, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He left this world too soon on Thursday, September 5th, 2024, surrounded by love. Steve was an avid hunter and outdoorsman who loved his privacy, riding four wheelers, and spending time with his family. He had a special love for his...

Sep 5, 2024

Marvel Joan Jenks, 91, of Benton, Arkansas was born on Sunday, September 25th, 1932, and she passed away on Thursday, September 5th, 2024, embraced with love of those around her. Marvel enjoyed the simple things in life; attending Glen Rose Missionary Baptist Church and spending quality time with her family. She enjoyed being surrounded by nature among plants, flowers,...

Sep 3, 2024

Tammy Laraine Pruitt, 65, of Benton, Arkansas was born on Monday, April 13th, 1959, to the late, Robert Pruitt and Jennetta (Raper) Pruitt. The world grew a little dimmer at 8:08 P.M. on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024, as we said goodbye to this woman of grace, strength, and love. She was a constant source of warmth and light in...

Aug 26, 2024

Stephen Marvin Hamilton, 72, of Alexander, Arkansas was born on Monday, November 26, 1951, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to the late, Maurice Hamilton and Anylon (Wylie) Hamilton. He passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024, after a brief illness.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Anylon Hamilton, and his two brothers, Michael and Donald...

Aug 24, 2024

Teresa Verna (Doan) Wilson, 69, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, August 24th, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born to the late, George Oscar Doan and Sarah Irene (Gilbert) Doan, on Friday, February 11th, 1955, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Teresa loved her job at Pleasant Valley Rehab and Nursing Home; it was a calling....

Aug 19, 2024

Robert Ray Stickley, 80, of Mabelvale, Arkansas was born to the late, Cleo Stickley and Sarah Ethel (Morris) Stickley, on Saturday, April 8th, 1944, in Roland, Arkansas. He left this world on Monday, August 19th, 2024, safely in his home and surrounded by love. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and gardening for his community. Robert...

Aug 16, 2024

James Russell "Doc" Moneypenny, aged 73, passed away on August 16, 2024, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Born on September 3, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Russell and Carolle Moneypenny, James dedicated his life to serving others, both as a Doctor of Psychology and as a member of the United States Army.

Jim is survived by his...

Aug 14, 2024

Ricky Ray Cole, 64, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born to, Garland Richard Cole and Beverly Ann (Hale) Cole, on Friday, February 19th, 1960, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

He passed away on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024.

Aug 13, 2024

Steven McKinley Jones, 71, of Mabelvale, Arkansas was  born to the late, Jesse Burton Jones and Burma (Brents) Jones, on Sunday, February 8th, 1953, in Morrilton, Arkansas. He left this world with a very fulfilled life on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, surrounded by love.

Steve loved the outdoors, whether it was hunting or fishing. He was even...