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Larry Wayne Lester

Larry Wayne Lester

Dec 5, 2024

Larry Wayne Lester, 71, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born to the late, Robert and Leona (Adkins) Lester, on Friday, August 28, 1953, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He left this world a little dimmer on Thursday, December 5, 2024, surrounded by love. Those who knew Larry, knew the love he had for animals and being outdoors, whether it be...

William Oneal Simpson, Jr.

William Oneal Simpson, Jr.

Dec 5, 2024

William Oneal Simpson, Jr., was born on Saturday, February 2, 1974, to Oneal and Irene Simpson. He passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 5, 2024. William was a beloved son, brother, and friend who touch the lives of many with his kindness and generosity. He will be remembered for his infectious smile, his love for his family, and his...

Wayne Harvey Ross, Jr.

Wayne Harvey Ross, Jr.

Dec 4, 2024

Wayne Harvey Ross, Jr., 54, of Alexander, Arkansas was born to the late, Wayne Harvey Ross, Sr. and Bonnie Grasby, on Monday, April 13th, 1970, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He left this world too soon on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024, surrounded by love. The thing to remember about Wayne Harvey Ross, Jr. was that he was an adrenaline seeking...

Alvin Lee Ramsey

Alvin Lee Ramsey

Dec 3, 2024

Alvin Lee Ramsey, 72, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 in his home. He was born on Saturday, October 4, 1952, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Alvin A. and Ima Faye Ramsey.

Alvin was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend, who enjoyed time with his friends and family. He proudly worked...

Brenda Kay Thompson

Brenda Kay Thompson

Dec 3, 2024

Brenda Kay Thompson, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on December 3, 2024 at the age of 71. She was born on December 30, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. She was a retired barber. Her history included a love of reading, singing and a sense of humor that calls us to remember her once beautiful smile.

She is...

Daniel Paul Yates

Daniel Paul Yates

Dec 1, 2024

Daniel Paul Yates, was born November 24th, 1977 to Alvin Jerry Yates and Alpha Latisha Yates in Malvern, Arkansas. Daniel passed away on December 1st, 2024 at the age of 47 due to his battle with lung cancer, surrounded by his loved ones at CHI St. Vincent Hospital.

Daniel was married to Barbara Yates for 26 years...

Deloris Ann Fletcher

Deloris Ann Fletcher

Nov 29, 2024

Deloris Ann Fletcher, 79, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away Friday, November 29th, 2024. She was born on Thursday, January 25th, 1945, in Huntington, WV. She started her career at Huntington Dress Factory, Convenient Storage, McGuire Realty, Old Colony Realty, Open Sky Realty and was presently working at Timber Ridge Neuro Restorative.

She is preceded in death by...

Annette Ward

Annette Ward

Nov 25, 2024

Annette Ward, 78, of Benton, Arkansas was born on Saturday, June 29th, 1946, in Augusta, Arkansas and left this world a little dimmer on Monday, November 25th, 2024, surrounded by love. Those who knew Annette, knew how proud she was to be a mother to her three boys. She loved calling the Hogs, being surrounded by flowers and plants,...

Lina Sue Rogers

Lina Sue Rogers

Nov 24, 2024

Lina "Sue" Rogers 84, of Mabelvale, passed away peacefully on November 24th, 2024. Born on January 11, 1940, in Antoine, Arkansas, Sue was the cherished daughter of the late Marion and Dorothy Fulton.

Sue was the heart and soul of her family, a matriarch who embodied unconditional love, unwavering faith, and boundless compassion. Her children, grandchildren, and...

Joseph Edward Plouch

Joseph Edward Plouch

Nov 21, 2024

Joseph Edward Plouch, affectionately known as "Chief Joe," passed away on November 21, 2024, in Bryant, Arkansas. Born on February 20, 1949, in New York City, New York, Joseph was the beloved son of the late Wesley Plouch and Marie Murphy.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Schaefer, and two half-brothers, and is survived...

Troyce Keith Smart

Troyce Keith Smart

Nov 21, 2024

Troyce Keith Smart, 70, of Bryant, Arkansas was born to the late Thomas and Jean (Burris) Smart, on August 11, 1954, in Benton, Arkansas. He left this world on November 20, 2024, after a long battle with cancer.

Those who knew Troyce, knew the love he had for the outdoors, be it hunting or fishing. He also...

Oran "Morgan" Ives

Oran "Morgan" Ives

Nov 18, 2024

Oran "Morgan" Ives, 82, of Bryant, Arkansas passed from this earth on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was born to the late John Oran Ives and Pearl Morgan Ives on Saturday, February 28, 1942 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Morgan enjoyed trips to the lake where he spent the day fishing.

He was a quiet man...

Dana Rickay Ritcheson

Dana Rickay Ritcheson

Nov 16, 2024

Dana Rickay Ritcheson, 72, of Benton, a wife and beloved mother, passed away on Saturday, November 16th, 2024. She was born in Seattle, Washington in 1952 to David and Ramona Haynes.

Dana was an Operational Manager for GE and finished her career at Dillard's Corporate in 2013. She was a proud member of the Samish Indian Nation....

Josie Marie Copeland

Josie Marie Copeland

Nov 14, 2024

Josie Marie Harris Copeland, 100, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born on Tuesday, January 8th, 1924, in Alma, Arkansas, to the late, Jeff and Willie (McIlvain) Harris. She left this world an accomplished and very loved woman on Thursday, November 14th, 2024, surrounded by love.

Josie married James A. Copeland on Saturday, October 4th, 1941, in Alma,...

Nancy Horton

Nancy Horton

Nov 12, 2024

Nancy Horton, 77, of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, James and Ruby (Dunavin) Tilley, on Saturday, June 21st, 1947, in Batesville, Arkansas. She left this world on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, surrounded by love.

Above all else, Nancy loved being a mom. She loved cooking, sharing stories, being with her family, and simply taking care...

William Robert Reynolds

William Robert Reynolds

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...

John Paul Taylor

John Paul Taylor

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.

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Christopher Calvin Newberry

Christopher Calvin Newberry

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...

James Richard Barnard

James Richard Barnard

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...

Lonnie Elbert Cole

Lonnie Elbert Cole

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...

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