Obituaries

Sep 25, 2023

Daryl James Hanig II, 61, of Benton, Arkansas was the middle of five kids born to the late, Daryl James Hanig I and Jenna Lynn (Eubanks) Hanig, on Saturday, September 1, 1962, in Benton, Arkansas. He left this world on Monday, September 25, 2023. Daryl was a hardworking and dedicated man who loved his family with all he had....

Sep 24, 2023

April Nicole Parker was born on April 2, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Harry Alton Parker III and Shirley Ann Parker. April went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2023, at the age of 41.

April is preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Beatrice Brown, Harry Parker II and Odessa...

Sep 24, 2023

Joe Vance McCann, 73, of Benton, Arkansas passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, September 24th, 2023. He was born on April 30th, 1950, in England, Arkansas to Clarence and Sybil McCann. Joe loved spending time with his friends and family. He enjoyed hunting, racing, playing a harmonica, and sitting on the porch waving at people who passed...

Sep 22, 2023

William Alexander Higgins, Jr., 31, of Bauxite, Arkansas was born to, William A. Higgins, Sr. and Faith Lynette (Ashlock) McJunkin, on Sunday, August 16th, 1992, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He left this world too soon on Friday, September 22nd, 2023. He loved music and spending time with his family – especially when they were cooking and eating together. He...

Sep 20, 2023

Ronald Wayne Anderson, 86, of Benton, passed away on Wednesday September 20, 2023 at Evergreen Living Center in Bryant.

Ron was born on January 14, 1937 in Prescott to Wayne Anderson and Linna Mae Bain Anderson.  Ron grew up in El Dorado, graduating from El Dorado High School in 1955. After graduation, Ron attended Henderson State University...

Sep 16, 2023

Dee Anne Barnes-Parker, 62, of Benton Arkansas passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, September 16, 2023. She was born Thursday, November 24, 1960, in Russellville Arkansas to Donald and Marilyn Barnes. Dee loved trips to the ocean, dolphins, and cruises but most of all she loved her family being together. Her grandchildren and great grandchild were the...

Sep 15, 2023

William " Al " Evans 68, of Malvern, Arkansas went to his heavenly home on Friday, September 15, 2023. He was born on Wednesday, October 6, 1954.

He completed nursing school and received his license.

William enjoyed woodcarving and liked playing all kinds of different games. He loved and adored his grandson, Daxton, and riding...

Sep 15, 2023

James Daniel "Danny" Needham, 74,  of Alexander, Arkansas went to be with his heavenly father on Friday, September 15, 2023. He was born on Monday, October 25, 1948, in De Queen, Arkansas to the late Robbie and Hazel Needham.

Danny enlisted in the US Army in February of 1971 and got an Honorable discharge in November of...

Sep 13, 2023

Steven Jay Carter, of Benton, Arkansas, was called home on September 13, 2023. He was born July 1, 1957, in Inglewood, California.

Steve, 66, is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 32 years, Sonja; 3 children, Keith Carter, Kenny( Dawn) Carter, and Aryn ( Henry) Pepinos; stepchildren, Kari Scheller, Jennifer Wood, Amy (Charles) Howard, and...

Sep 11, 2023

Joshua "Tank" Lynn Smith, 37, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born to Robert and Lisa Curran, on August 1, 1986, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Joshua left this world too soon on, September 11, 2023. Tank was a friend to everyone he met, the first to jump the second anyone needed help.  He loved hunting and fishing, being outdoors, as...

Sep 11, 2023

Cora Janiece Purtell, 72, of Mabelvale (Shannon Hills), Arkansas departed this life Monday, September 11, 2023. She was born on November 30, 1950 in Oil Trough, Arkansas to the late Steven Hob and Nannie Eudora (McDougal) Knight.

Janiece as most knew her had been retired for many years. Her last employment being with the State of Arkansas....

Sep 11, 2023

Elizabeth Carol Scarberry, 49, of Hensley, Arkansas was born on Saturday, January 5th, 1974, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She left this world on Monday, September 11th, 2023. For the ones who knew her, they knew she enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her father, Jody Taylor, and her...

Aug 29, 2023

Elisa (Lisa) Kay Harris went to her Heavenly Home on August 29, 2023 at the age of 43. She was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt - as well as a wonderful friend to many.

Lisa was born September 21, 1979. She received her  education in Bauxite, Benton, Paron, and Robinson in Little Rock, AR. She graduated...

Aug 26, 2023

Gabriel Lee Salazar, 21, of Benton, Arkansas was born to, Jamey Salazar and Chantal (Benson) Dixon, on Thursday, January 24th, 2002, in Benton, Arkansas. Gabriel left this world too soon on, Saturday, August 26th, 2023, in his home. Gabriel loved being outdoors, especially when he was fishing with his brother. He was such a loving and kindhearted young man...

Aug 24, 2023

Jeremy Troy Tyler, 44, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, August 24th, 2023. He was born to David and Deborah Tyler, on Thursday, June 14th, 1979. Jeremy was a gamer and loved watching movies. He also enjoyed listening to rock music. Jeremy loved smoking meat and he was Superman's biggest fan. He was a caring person and loved...

Aug 22, 2023

Tamara "Tami" Kaye Hill, 62, of Benton, Arkansas was born to, Billy Tanner and Doris Ott, on Wednesday, August 9th, 1961, in Harrison, Arkansas. She left this world too soon on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, with her family by her side. For anyone who knew Tami, they knew how big of a heart she had. She was such a...

Aug 21, 2023

Jo Anne Green, 76, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born to, George and Ruth Lavern Cook Stauber, on Friday, January 31st, 1947, in Okolona Arkansas. She passed from this life on Monday, August 21st, 2023. Jo Anne had quite the green thumb and loved spending time with her precious grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching westerns and...

Aug 20, 2023

Doris Marie Red, 73, of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, Walter and Ida Bell (Howell) Brinkley, on Wednesday, July 26, 1950, in Winchester, Tennessee. She passed away on Sunday, August 20th, 2023, safely in her home.

She is survived by her two sons, Jerry Red and Rodney Red.

Her celebration of life will...

Aug 19, 2023

Kathy Jo Meredith, 54, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away Saturday, August 19th, 2023. She was born on Monday, July 14th, 1969, in Pikeville, Tennessee. Before anything else, Kathy was a proud mother of her three children. She worked hard for her family. She enjoyed good music, good movies, and socializing with her friends and family. Many have described her...

Aug 19, 2023

Sarah Elizabeth Miller, 35 of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, August 19th, 2023. She was born to Danny and Pamela Thornberry on Sunday, February 7th, 1988.

Sarah loved dancing. She enjoyed cooking for others and cleaning. Sarah adored her family and loved spending time with them. She was a caring person who would do anything to...