Obituaries

Oct 22, 2019

John Troy Griffis "JT" gained his wings and took flight to heaven on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019, with his family by his side. He was born on Sunday, October 13th, 2019, to Dalton Griffis and Reanna Marshall in Little Rock, Arkansas.

He is preceded in death by his sister, Agnes Rani Faith Griffis; Kenneth Latiolais "Pops", Christine...

Oct 21, 2019

Elliot Grey Dumas passed away peacefully in the embrace of his parent's arms on October 21, 2019. He was born on October 20, 2019 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas to Taylor and Hilary Dumas. Despite his short time on earth, he was deeply loved and brought his family immense joy.

He is preceded...

Oct 21, 2019

David Allen Mansur, 72, of Little Rock, passed away on October 21, 2019, with his family by his side. He was born on August 22, 1947, to the late Lester and Dorothy Mansur in Lake Village, Arkansas. He loved his family and especially spending time with his grandchildren. David enjoyed...

Oct 21, 2019

Thomas "Tommy" V. Theel  45, of Benton passed away on October 21, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born to the late Ronald and Sue Theel in Benton, Arkansas on July 14, 1974. He enjoyed playing pool, hunting, fishing, and especially spending time with his family.

Tommy is preceded in death by his parents;...

Oct 20, 2019

Shannon Hampton 53, passed away on October 20, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 13, 1966 to the late Richard Curtis and Mildred Hampton. She loved to work and take care of her kids and grandkids.

Shannon is preceded in death by her parents; brother Ricky Hampton;...

Oct 17, 2019

Elenor Doris Skubovius 82, of Alexander passed away on October 17, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on October 14, 1937 to the late Alfrod and Gladys Edwards in Des Arc, Arkansas. Doris loved going to the casino and playing bingo. She also loved spending time with her family, and especially spoiling her grandkids.

Oct 17, 2019

Robert Dean Benson 59, of Mabelvale passed away on October 17, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born on November 16, 1959 to Clyde and Gladys Benson in Portsmouth, Ohio. Robert loved being outside and enjoyed nature, hunting, and fishing. He also loved being with his family, especially spoiling his grandchildren.

He is preceded...

Oct 17, 2019

Carl James Austin 58, of Little Rock passed away on October 17, 2019.

He enjoyed nature and fishing. He loved to talk to people and was always making new friends.  Carl truly enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and taking care of others.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and...

Oct 12, 2019

Billy Martin Sr. 79, of Alexander passed away on October 12, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born on February 7, 1940 to the late Ben and Opal Martin in McCrory, Arkansas. Billy enjoyed working on four wheelers and watching his son race them, horse races, fishing, and bull riding in which he was a professional...

Oct 12, 2019

Brenda Gail Lancaster 70, of Benton passed away on October 12, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on April 9, 1949 to the late Lilburn and Sybil Hill in Abernathy, TX. Brenda enjoyed going camping and fishing at the lake when she wasn't enjoying a good nap. She loved spending time with her family and...

Oct 6, 2019

Michael Harris Roberts 68, of Benton passed away on October 6, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born on November 30, 1950 to the late Cecil and Jewel Roberts in Olla, Louisiana. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, and the outdoors. Among his other hobbies, building and restoring antique cars was by far his...

Oct 3, 2019

JoAnna Simpson 75, passed away on October 3, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on January 10, 1944 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Lewis and Daisy Porter.

JoAnna was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a homemaker, Sunday school teacher and a beloved member of the Tull community. Even through all...

Oct 1, 2019

Allan Peterson 71, of Scotland, Arkansas passed away on October 1, 2019. He was born on November 21, 1947 in Lamar, Iowa to Clifford and Elaine Peterson. Allan was a man with a huge heart, and loved spending time with his family who felt he left this world too soon.

He is survived by his loving wife,...

Sep 28, 2019

Sandra Jo Hanna 59, of Bryant passed away on September 28, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on April 4, 1960 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Jerry and Joan Oates. Sandra enjoyed gardening and playing games, especially with her grandkids. Sandra was the clinic manager at the Baptist Health Clinic in Bryant. She worked in...

Sep 27, 2019

Sybil Vadine Jones, 92, of Mabelvale, passed away on September 27, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on September 27, 1927 to Ross and Flossie Morgan in Nady , Arkansas.

She loved gardening, sewing and making pies and was know n for her jelly . Sybil truly enjoyed spending time with her family...

Sep 25, 2019

Don Watts 80, of Hensley passed away on September 25, 2019.  He was born on January 21, 1939 to the late, James and Edna Faye Watts in Arlberg, Arkansas.  Don enjoyed fishing, woodworking and was always willing to help anyone in need.  He was a member of East End Assembly of God Church where he served as a Deacon...

Sep 19, 2019

Melissa Faye Brainerd-Gore 53, of Benton passed away, September 19, 2019.  She was born, November 6, 1965 in Little Rock to the late, DeForest and Patricia Brainerd. Melissa grew up in Bay City, Texas.  She loved making jewelry, gardening, being outdoors and spending time with her boys. She is preceded in death by her parents and her uncle, Larry Shaw....

Sep 16, 2019

Emma Jean Wooldridge 16, of Little Rock passed away on September 16, 2019 with her family by her side.  She was born on April 14, 2003 to Shawn and Natilie Wooldridge in Batesville, Arkansas.  Emma loved going to church and spending time with her family and friends playing games.  Her favorite activities were going to church camp and spina...

Sep 14, 2019

Chun Yol Ziegelgruber 61 of Mabelvale passed away on September 14, 2019 with his family by his side.   He was born on August 23, 1958 to the late, Lee Roy and ChongAe Ziegelgruber in South Korean.  Chun loved to go fishing and spend time with his children and grandchildren.  He proudly served in the United States Marines.  He was...

Sep 11, 2019

Kimberly Hope Lotts 52, of Benton passed away on September 11, 2019 with her family by her side.  She was born on April 6, 1967 to William and Brenda Lancaster in Benton, Arkansas.  Kimberly loved to read everything she could get her hands on and spending time with her family and friends.

She is preceded in death...