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Lonnie Crowder
Dec 15, 2021
Lonnie Crowder, 63, of Bauxite, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. He was born on Sunday, October 5, 1958, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was a hard worker who enjoyed being outdoors. He loved spending time with his family—especially his grandkids. He was known for giving good advice and helping others.
He is preceded in...
Faye Boyette Wise
Dec 12, 2021
Ida "Faye" Boyette Wise, 93, of Benton went to her heavenly home on December 12, 2021. She was born July 4, 1928, to Odie and Donnie Camp Boyette. She was faithfully married to Walter L. Wise, Sr. and was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, and two brothers, Don and John...
William Harvey Shutt
Dec 12, 2021
William H. "Bill" Shutt, 85, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on December 12, 2021, due to complications related to COVID-19.
Bill was born on March 2, 1936, to Clarence and Ada Cone Shutt in St. Charles, IA. He was married on June 20, 1958, to Norma Jean Kelly Shutt in West Des Moines, IA. ...
Patricia Ann Freeman
Dec 11, 2021
Our mother, Patricia Ann Freeman, was called home on December 11th, 2021. She was 65 years old and had been a devoted school bus driver for over 20 years for the Bryant School District. Patti was a very generous person and would do anything for anyone even if it meant she had to do without herself. She was...
Dana Rose Ferris
Dec 9, 2021
Dana Rose Ferris, 68, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021. She was born on Thursday, January 8, 1953, in North Little Rock, Arkansas, and was raised by Noel and Wanda Funderburg. In her spare time, she loved drawing, sewing, singing, or anything to do with arts. She also loved spending time with family—especially her grandkids....
Dennis Roy Cranford
Dec 8, 2021
Dennis Roy Cranford, 66, Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on December 8 th , 2021. He was born to Roy and Ruth Cranford on April 9, 1955, in Camden, Arkansas. Dennis never met a stranger and was always helpful to anyone.
He survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Kathy Cranford; sister-in-law, Dianna Straessle; sister, Denise Brown;...
Jesse William Stauber
Dec 7, 2021
Jesse William Stauber, 59, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was born to the late, James and Joyce Stauber, on Friday, March 9, 1962, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman who loved fishing and hunting. He was such a loving person who would help a stranger.
...Melvin Wilkerson
Dec 2, 2021
Jimmy "Melvin" Wilkerson, 85, of Hensley, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021. He was born to the late, George and Dorothy Wilkerson, on Monday, April 27, 1936, in Hensley, Arkansas. He was a member of Barnett Memorial. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching John Wayne movies, and fixing old cars. He was most passionate about being...
Jess Oliver Duty
Nov 30, 2021
Jess Oliver Duty, 65, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday November 30, 2021. He was born on January 7, 1956, in Malvern, Arkansas. He attended classes at Little Rock Metropolitan High School before graduating. He served a brief term in the Army where he was recognized as a military marksman. Jess began his education in the geology...
Reuben "Ralph" Taylor
Nov 29, 2021
Reuben "Ralph" Taylor, 90, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away at Saline Memorial on November 29, 2021. His parents were Reuben and Grace Taylor. He was born on May 5, 1931, in Roseville, Michigan. He was a decorated Korean War Veteran and was a retired man of many areas of expertise.
He is survived by his son, Steve...
Ramona "Kollyns" Lazarus
Nov 27, 2021
Ramona "Kollyns" Lazarus was born November 27, 2021, at 8:05 P.M. and met the eyes of Jesus the same day. Our little angel who weighed 2 lbs 12 oz and 17 inches long with brown curly hair and blue eyes will always be a precious gift in memory.
Baby Kollyns will always be remembered...
Jennifer Claudette Smith
Nov 27, 2021
Jennifer Claudette Smith, 56, of Sheridan, Arkansas was in a motorcycle accident and fought for 21 days and then passed away on November 27, 2021. She was born to the late, Ervin and Blanche Mayberry on December 13, 1964, in Exeter, California. She enjoyed riding her bike, helping out at Dorcas House, and she loved plants. She was a...
Herbert Ray Louks
Nov 25, 2021
Herbert Ray Louks, 93, of Bryant, Arkansas went to his reward on November 25, 2021. He was born on July 27, 1928, in Bald Knob, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nola and Garland Louks; brother, Winfred Louks; sister, Irma Jean Altom; son-in-law, Selby Kennedy; niece, Jane Howard; and grandnephew, Jason Altom. Those left to cherish...
Adolph "Dutch" Amedee
Nov 25, 2021
Adolph "Dutch" Amedee was born on June 17, 1919, in Vacherie, Louisiana. He was the second of nine children to his parents, Jean Desire and Marie Azelie Amedee. He grew up in Southern Louisiana, and helped his family run their grocery store by delivering ice for ice boxes, prior to widespread use of mechanical refrigeration. He joined the US...
Raymond Mark Factor
Nov 25, 2021
Raymond Mark Factor, 71, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on November 25, 2021. He was born to the late, Mark and Velma Factor, on January 5, 1950, in Norfolk, Virginia. He was an avid car buff who loved going to car shows, working on them, and collecting parts. He was a kindhearted man who would stop what...
Rosalinda Gomez Cosio
Nov 17, 2021
Rosalinda Gomez Cosio, 93, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. She was born to the late, Luis and Marcosa Gomez, on Sunday, October 7, 1928, in Pasay City, Philippines. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, reading, and sewing. She loved spending time with her family and friends—especially her grandchildren. She was Catholic in faith....
Veronica Jane Ritter
Nov 17, 2021
Veronica "Ronnie" Ritter, 75, of Bryant, Arkansas gained her angel wings on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
She is preceded in death by her parents Christopher and Laura Buckland.
She is survived by her brother, Christopher, Jr. (Margaret) of Missouri; her husband of 55 years, Arthur (Art) Ritter; three children,...
Jim Ray Romine
Nov 16, 2021
Jim Ray Romine, 79, of Mabelvale, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 16, 2021. He was born to the late, Leo and Bertha Romine, on Saturday, February 14, 1942, in Manila, Arkansas. His hobbies included going to the horse track, watching sports, and hanging out with his family. He loved his family and friends with...
Henrietta Bruton
Nov 4, 2021
Henrietta Bruton, 81, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. She was born to the late, Earnest and Pauline Brooks, on Monday, September 23, 1940, in Newport, Arkansas. She loved nature and being outside. She spent her free time camping or climbing Pinnacle Mountain, and if she wasn't doing that, she was spending time with...
Eric Michael Lawrence
Nov 3, 2021
Eric Michael Lawrence, 52, a devoted husband, father, son and brother, left his temporary home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 3, 2021. He was a kind and generous man who never met a stranger and would give anyone in need a helping hand. Eric was like a man in a cape when someone was in...
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