Obituaries

Dec 24, 2020

Betty Jean Smith-Dennis of Bryant, Ar. died Wednesday December 24, 2020. Born November 05, 1934 to Elbert and Etta Smith.

She is survived by her son Ken R. Dennis, California. Her two daughters, Alyson "Tony" Allen, Texas, and Betsy "Bill" Conyers, of Bryant, Ar. seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and an incredibly special niece and nephew Barbara...

Dec 23, 2020

Betty Louise Flint White, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020. She was a beloved sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. Betty was one of the strongest, most independent, and beautiful souls inside and out. She spent over 30 years working at the Gazette in Little Rock, and over 20 years afterwards working at M.M. Cohn. She...

Dec 21, 2020

Larry Wayne Nall 66, of Bauxite passed away peacefully, Monday, December 21, 2020 on his father's birthday.  He was born in Little Rock on February 26, 1954 to the late, Lawrence and Mildred Nall and lived there most of his life, working with JEZ enterprises which took him to Kansas City and Memphis.  He also worked for Terminix, Phillip...

Dec 19, 2020

Leslie Nicholas Longstreth 83, of Little Rock passed away December 19, 2020. He was born March 6, 1937 to the late Nicholas and Lucille Longstreth. Leslie was a real estate agent and broker for over 40 years.  He loved telling stories and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter;...

Dec 12, 2020

Billy (Bill) Lynn Hewitt 91 and Evelyn (Pat) Marie Hewitt 90, of Bryant, AR, left this earth together in love on Tuesday, December 8th. Pats strong fighting spirit and Bill's gentle nature and there genuine kindness will be sorely missed by all of their family and friends. A celebration of their lives is planned for 11:00 AM Saturday, December 19th...

Dec 8, 2020

Robert Torres of Benton went to be with the Lord on December 8,2020.  He was 80 years old.  He loved the lord and would drive many miles and would spend many hours just to witness to someone.

He was born in Havana, Cuba and came to the United States to live when he was 16 years old. ...

Dec 8, 2020

Billy (Bill) Lynn Hewitt 91 and Evelyn (Pat) Marie Hewitt 90, of Bryant, AR, left this earth together in love on Tuesday, December 8th. Pats strong fighting spirit and Bill's gentle nature and there genuine kindness will be sorely missed by all of their family and friends. A celebration of their lives is planned for 11:00 AM Saturday, December 19th...

Dec 8, 2020

Arlis Downs, the seventh son of Willie and Lillie Downs, went to be with his Lord on December 8, 2020. He was born in Prescott, AR on August 24, 1932. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lillie Downs, his twin brother Arlie, brothers Willie Martin Downs, Jr., James Martin Downs, Herman Dale Downs, Beatrice Boyce,...

Dec 4, 2020

Dorothy Jean Lockert Melton Passed from this Life on December 4, 2020. She was Born February 1 st 1934 and lived a full 86 years of life. She loved the Lord and enjoyed singing praises to him. She would tell others about God and his unfailing love every chance she had. She lived a life of servanthood and love....

Dec 1, 2020

Tina Renee Yarberry 46, of Mabelvale Arkansas passed away suddenly on December 01, 2020 she enjoyed watching ghost hunters, going to eat tacos and had a good sense of humor. Loved her daughter with her whole heart and her grandbabies. She attended Healing Waters Church.

She is preceded in death by grandparents; niece, Hailey Yarberry.

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Nov 30, 2020

Tammy Smith Dunlap was born August 5 th , 1965 to Robert and Brenda Smith. She left for her heavenly home November 30 th 2020. Tammy was a army veteran and worked as a registered nurse for 28 years, she attended midtowne church and enjoyed fishing, bowling, shooting pool, and motorcycle riding, and cooking especially big meals  for everyone...

Nov 30, 2020

Elizabeth Anne Taylor, 83 of Bryant, AR passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020. She was born in Quitman, AR on August 22, 1937 to the late Charles and Ima(Qualls) Mauldin. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Charles E. Mauldin, and her daughter Teresa Jackson. She is survived by her daughter Kristi Upshaw(Terry); grandson Morris Combee; granddaughters...

Nov 29, 2020

Robert Allen Howard "Bob" On Friday the 13 th 1946, the planets and stars aligned, and Robert Allen Howard was born.  With all the knowledge of the universe and the strength of 20 men, he looked out over a wheat field and said "Well, let's get to work."  And...

Nov 27, 2020

Benny Ray Dyer, 67 born to Mary & Densel Dyer on December 9, 1952 in Benton, Arkansas, where he was known by many loved ones as "Bo".  Bo graduated from Benton High School in the class of 1970, and he continued his studies at Henderson State University.  In 1974, he was drafted into the US Army where he served...

Nov 26, 2020

Anthony Elmo Schaffer, 65, of Alexander, AR passed away on November 26, 2020.  Anthony is survived by three children and their spouses, Kristopher and Torissa Schaffer of Morton, WA, Nicholas and Erin Shurtleff of Greenville, TX, and Jennifer and Ronnie Crawford of Mabelvale, AR. He is also survived by six grandchildren whom he absolutely adored, Dusty, Destiny, Riley, Keegan,...

Nov 25, 2020

James Dale Phillips "Jim" 73, of Bauxite went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 25th, 2020, He was born on February 6th, 1947 in Quitman, Arkansas to the late T.E. Phillips and Joyce Rice Phillips Woodard. Jim was of the Baptist faith. In his early years of working, he was an iron worker for Local Union #...

Nov 23, 2020

Margaret Ann Hammond 82, of El Dorado passed away on November 23, 2020 with her family by her side.  She was born on August 15, 1938 to the late, W. A. and Faye Hammond.  She enjoyed playing bridge, traveling, meeting new people, socializing, sports and the Razorbacks.  Margaret loved babies and small children especially her own.

She...

Nov 20, 2020

David Wayne Anderson was a native of little Rock, Arkansas, born October 20, 1967 and died at the age of 53 on November 20, 2020. He graduated from Bryant high school top of his class as he did in college as well. David was a highly intelligent and intellectual man. He enjoyed working on and building computers where he...

Nov 17, 2020

Ricky Dale Workman Sr 68 of Mabelvale passed away November 17, 2020.  He was born January 22, 1952 to the late Everett and Sylvia Workman. Ricky enjoyed hunting, fishing, and burning fires. He was of the Baptist faith.

Ricky is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and three sisters.

He is survived by...

Nov 15, 2020

Mary Copeland, age 86, of Van Buren, AR (previously Little Rock) transitioned from her earthly home to her eternal heavenly home on November 15, 2020. She was born in Warren, AR on March 28, 1934 to the late Archie L and Maude Matkin Brown.

Mary was very active throughout her life, loving to travel with her many...