Obituaries

Nov 11, 2024

William Robert Reynolds, 92, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. He was born to the late Robert & Christine Reynolds on May 27, 1932 in Birmingham, AL where he also attended Auburn University. William was a Navy Korean War Veteran.

He is preceded in death by his Loving Wife of 65 years, Wanda...

Nov 8, 2024

John Paul Taylor, 50, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Friday, November 8th, 2024, with his beloved wife by his side. John was born on Wednesday, June 26th, 1974, in Little Rock, Arkansas to parents, Larry and Judy Taylor.

John is preceded in death by his grandparents, Marvin and Margaret Taylor and Herbert and Juanita Ballew.

Nov 8, 2024

Christopher Calvin Newberry, age 54, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away suddenly on Friday, November 8th, 2024. Chris was born in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 4th, 1969. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Jimmy Max Newberry and Nellie Newberry, and his two beloved pets, Koda and Maggie.

He is survived by one...

Nov 7, 2024

James Richard Barnard, age 76, of East End, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2024. Born on December 2, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Alva and Gladys Barnard. Jim leaves behind a profound impact on all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Nanci, to whom he was married...

Nov 5, 2024

Lonnie Elbert Cole, age 81, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on November 5, 2024. He was born to Grover and Laura Cole on September 30, 1943 in Levy, Arkansas.

Lonnie was a proud 1963 graduate of Central High (Tigers). He made great accomplishments playing football and was accepted to Boys State. Lonnie was very passionate about...

Nov 5, 2024

Brad Ernest-Eugene Earles, 55, of Cleveland, Georgia was born to the late, Alvin and Katherine (Dixon) Earles, on Sunday, December 22nd, 1968, in Des Moines, Iowa. He left this world too soon on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, in Paron, Arkansas. Brad was a great father, grandfather, and friend who never met a stranger and was a hard worker. He...

Nov 2, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bobby Ray Jackson Jr. on November 2, 2024, surrounded by love and remembrance. He now joins his mother, Martha Ann Jackson, father, Bobby Ray Jackson Sr., sister, Elizabeth Anne Jackson, and beloved grandparents in eternal rest.

Affectionately known as "Bob or Ray," he leaves behind a legacy of love...

Oct 31, 2024

Johnny Ray Rasdon, aged 61, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, October 31st, 2024. He was born on Sunday, February 24th, 1963. Johnny spent over 21 years as a Master Welder-Fabricator at McGeorge Contracting Bauxite Shop, where he honed his craft and contributed significantly to his field.

Johnny was a man who never met a stranger...

Oct 28, 2024

Dewey Michael "Mike" Hart, 83, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024. Born on August 5, 1941, in Bastrop, Louisiana, Mike was the son of Dewey Calvin Hart and Loriene Cheshire Hart, both of whom preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his brother, John. John's wife, Shirley, along with their children,...

Oct 27, 2024

Robert Charles Dexter, 72, of Mabelvale, Arkansas was born to the late Paul A. Dexter, Sr. and Joan (Cline) Dexter, on Tuesday, January 22nd, 1952, in Syracuse, New York. He passed away on Sunday, October 27th, 2024, surrounded by love. Robert loved to watch westerns and sit outside enjoying nature.

He is preceded in death by his...

Oct 26, 2024

Buford Harrell Boggs, Jr. was born on Sunday, April 4th, 1954, to Buford Harrell Boggs Sr. and Dorothy Iona Boggs. A 1972 graduate of Benton High School, Buford was a retired machinist at Union Pacific Railroad and was a skilled boat engineer mechanic. He was a member of ABATE and the Christian Motorcyclist Association – Rock Riders of Arkansas....

Oct 24, 2024

Bryan Keith Crow, Sr., 56, of Redfield, Arkansas was born to the late, Johnnie and Martha Crow, on Wednesday, February 14th, 1968, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Bryan left this world too soon on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, surrounded by love. A few things to know about Bryan is that he loved racing, music, and having a good time!

Oct 13, 2024

Chou Txhiaj Pov Vang, age 76, of Hensley, Arkansas was given his angel wings on Sunday, October 13th, 2024.

He was a loyal, steadfast, and devoted husband to Pa Yang Vang (deceased December 7, 2007) and to Plia Xiong (married May 21, 2009) and a loving father to five children born to him and was honored enough...

Oct 10, 2024

Linda Susan Gillespie-Bowman, 74, of Bryant, Arkansas was born to the late, Cleveland Osbourne and Ina Marie (Costner), on Tuesday, July 25th, 1950, in Gastonia, North Carolina. She passed away on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, surrounded by love. She dedicated her time and provided support to the deaf community. She worked as a service support provider for Deaf-Blind until...

Oct 7, 2024

Carla Louise Lee, beloved by all who knew her, was born in Malvern, Arkansas on July 29, 1959. She peacefully departed this life on October 7th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her mother, Peggy Byers Lee, and grandparents, Silas C. Byers, II, Eugenia Floyd Byers, Lester Otho Lee, and Frankie Lee Carruthers. She is survived by her...

Oct 4, 2024

Jacob Aaron Pringle, 31, of Benton, Arkansas was born to, Richard Burton Pringle and Tina Sue Gwatney, on Saturday, June 26th, 1993, in Little Rock, Arkansas. This world became a little dimmer on Friday, October 4th, 2024, as we had to say goodbye to Jacob too soon. For anyone who knew Jacob, you would know that he was a...

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...