OBITUARIES

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INDEX

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PULASKI COUNTY

Joann Louise Cope Cornell, 72, of Little Rock. Juanita Baer Enderlin, 87, of Little Rock. Jaxson Larry Ireland, infant, of Little Rock. Mattie Anna (Horton) Johnson, 67, of Little Rock. Regina Victoria Cavasar Lawry, 61, of Little Rock. Steven Lewis Mourning, 63, of Little Rock. Louvella “Sue” Reed, 63, of Jacksonville. Lucy Romes, 77, of North Little Rock. Evwaloni Harrison Tatum, 59, of North Little Rock. Margaret Hattie Lois Thompson, 80, of North Little Rock. Mary Allerton Thomson, 89, of Little Rock. William “Bill” Frank Wagner, 90, of North Little Rock. Wyatt Durrell Weems, 49, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

BATESVILLE

Lane Isaac Mathews, 4.

BENTON

Terrye Jo Lewellen Mitchell, 66. Randy Wilcher.

BRINKLEY

Vanessa Brooks, 46. Lucy Jarrett, 105. Lester E. Ollis, 68.

CAMDEN

Richard Alfred Burton, 74. Eula Posey Nance, 95. Richard Alan Purifoy, 61. Pauline Rogers, 89.

CLARENDON

Cherlee Ann Langston, 47.

CONCORD

James Alexander, 31.

CONWAY

Verle Juanita (Stacks) Acre, 87.

COTTON PLANT

Woodell Robinson, 65.

FAYETTEVILLE

Michael Spillers, 68.

GRUBBS

Elwood Vines, 90.

HEBER SPRINGS

Rick Rana, 63.

HELENA-WEST HELENA

Wayne Shenep, 59.

HOPE

Mary Saladin Allen, 82.

HOT SPRINGS

Joan Davis, 68. Jean Hargraves, 95. Carolyn Kay VanHouten, 67.

JASPER

Fern Ann Hess, 89.

JONESBORO

Ethel Eileen Griffin, 91.

McCRORY

Ruby Imogene Peebles Graves, 85.

MONTICELLO

Linda Ann Jordan, 62. Vivian L. Outlaw, 71.

MORRILTON

Willie Harris Jr., 50.

NEWPORT

A.B. Fry, 80. Manuel Green, 91.

OLA

Laquita Fern McGraw, 75.

PARON

Charles E. Lambert, 89.

PINE BLUFF

Frank Lawrence Glien Sr., 91. Marie Summers Watts, 91.

ROGERS

Harley Andy Moser Sr., 91.

RUSSELLVILLE

Gerald Clyde Brewer, 68. Charlotte K. Mills, 64.

SEARCY

Roland Cole, 48. William “Pudney” Hill Sr., 87.

SHERIDAN

Frances Ruth Chilton Milbourne, 74.

WALDRON

Helen Faye Taff, 94.

WARREN

Gailrenee’ Hampton, 45.

WYNNE

Catherine Lee, 74.

OUT-OF-STATE

BELLS, Tenn.

Cristina Fike, 39.

KILLEEN, Texas

Arthur Lee Johnson Jr., 70.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.

Jeanne Atkinson, 78.

Pulaski County

JOANN LOUISE COPE CORNELL passed away on July 21, 2010, in Little Rock, Ark. She was born March 20, 1938, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Dr. Ellis and Elisabeth Kithcart Cope.

She was a graduate of Little Rock Central High School, class of 1956 and attended Charity Hospital School of Nursing in New Orleans where she earned her Registered Nurse Degree. Joann married Dr. Paul Cornell in 1959 in New Orleans. Joann was a past President of the Arkansas Medical Society Auxillary and a Board Member of the Florence Crittenton Home in Little Rock. For many years, Joann worked in her husband’s office and surgery. She enjoyed snow skiing, traveling and sewing. She retired briefly in Bondurant, Wyo., with her husband before returning to Little Rock after his death in 2000.

Survivors include three children: Mike Cornell and wife Angela Caperton Cornell, Beth Cornell Parham and husband Manuel, all of Little Rock, and Mark Cornell and wife Cynthia Granger Cornell of Fayetteville; nine grandchildren, Rob Pearson, Andrew Cornell, Patrick Cornell, Chris Keretz, Bradley Keretz, Daniel Keretz, Melissa Keretz, Nicholas Cornell and Lauren Cornell.

Funeral services will be 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy. 5 North, Alexander, Ark., (501) 455-1067. A visitation will be from 2 p.m. until service time. Joann will be buried with her husband at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the Staff at Brookside Health and to Odyssey Hospice for the excellent care and love they gave Joann.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Florence Crittenton Home of Little Rock and or the Pulaski County Humane Society. To sign the online guest book, please visit www. griffinleggettforesthills.com.

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• –––––JUANITA BAER ENDERLIN, 87, of Little Rock passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010. Juanita was born to the late Roy E. and Agnes Riedmiller Baer. Born on April 15, 1923, in Little Rock, Ark., she was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.

Juanita and her husband were co-owners of Enderlin Cleaners in Stuttgart where they raised their family. She was active in Holy Rosary church and school and was known for hosting many meals for the Catholic clergy. Juanita was an excellent seamstress, enjoyed traveling, weekends at Lake Hamilton. Bridge was her favorite pastime. She was past president of AARP Chapter 34 in Little Rock.

She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Carol E. and Robert “Bob” Koch of Stuttgart, Emily E. and Eddie Coleman of Springfield, Va., Phyllis E. and Thomas R. “Rusty” Baltz of Little Rock and Patricia E. and Don Winton of Little Rock. Known as Nonnie to her grandchildren, Robert M. “Bert” Koch Jr., Emil J. Koch, Scott A. Coleman and Samantha, Aaron R. Winton and Patrick R. Winton; great-grandchild, Alexander “Alex” H. Coleman; brother, Roy E. Baer of Jacksonville, Fla.; and sister, Dorothy B. Pumphrey of Little Rock. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emil J. “Bud” Enderlin; daughter, Emily Anita Enderlin; and grandchild, Claire E. Coleman.

Memorials may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1815 S. Prairie, Stuttgart, Ark. 72160; or Mount St. Mary Academy, 3224 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock, Ark. 72205.

Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Christ the King Catholic Church. Burial will be 1:30 p.m. in Holy Rosary Cemetery in Stuttgart. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, followed by a rosary service at 6:30 p.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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• –––––JAXSON LARRY IRELAND, infant son of Darwin and Traci Thomas Ireland of Little Rock, went home to be with his Lord on July 12, 2010. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Asive Thomas and paternal grandmother, Gwendolyn Ireland Paschal. He is survived by his parents; sisters, Jamie and Joy Ireland; a brother, Justin Ireland; and maternal grandmother, Lois Thomas of Pine Bluff. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 23, 2010, in the Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle under the direction of the Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/chenal.

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• –––––MATTIE ANNA (HORTON) JOHNSON, 67, of Little Rock, Ark., was born on April 12, 1943, and departed this life on July 19, 2010.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Leona and John Arthur Horton; and her sister, Jackie Perkins. She leaves to cherish her memory: a devoted husband, Ronald O. Johnson; a son, Michael V. Johnson (Darnisa); daughters, Constance Johnson, Tujana Edwards ( Earl) and Antoinette Johnson; seven grandchildren, Ciantique, Damon, Velise, D’Nia, Michael, Evan and Dylan; brothers, Johnny, Charles, Bob, George, Will, Dennis, Clifford and Jonathan Horton; sisters, Doris, Vickie ( Ellis), Sharon, Mary and Alice Horton; an uncle, Luther; three aunts, Josephine Dumas, Anna James and Gladys McFadden; in-laws, Constance, Jackie, Janice, Cheryl, Michelle and Michael D. Johnson; and a host of nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, July 24, from 1-2:30 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home located at 13801 Chenal Parkway in Little Rock, Ark., (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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• –––––REGINA VICTORIA CAVASAR LAWRY, 61, of Little Rock died unexpectedly at home, Tuesday, July 20, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Gary D. Lawry; daughter, Barbara Trubee (Kenny) of Baltic, Conn.; two sons, Charles Cavasar of Las Vegas, Nev., and Eric Cavasar (Jennifer) of Orlando, Fla.; sister, Anita Hatfield; brother, Pat White, both of Dallas, Texas; two grandsons, Caleb and Cody Cavasar; four granddaughters, Amanda and Ashley Trubee and Nora and Haley Cavasar; and one great-grandson, Kennyth. A private service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com.

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• –––––STEVEN LEWIS MOURNING of Little Rock died unexpectedly July 20, 2010. He was born June 2, 1947, to the late Burwelle Anderson and Sibyl Bush Mourning.

He is survived by his wife, Anne Taylor Mourning of Little Rock; daughters, Lauri Ann Mourning Scott (Dave) of Aurora, Calif., and Alicia Lynn Mourning of Denver, Colo.; grandsons, Owen and Andrew Scott; brother, Lloyd Randall Mourning; and sister, Suzanne Mourning Carr (Perry), all of Little Rock.

There will be a memorial service held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral on Monday, July 26, 2010, at 11 a.m., followed by burial in the church garden. Online guestbook may be signed at www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to: UALR Foundation, 2801 S. University Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72204; or Steve Mourning Madison Institute Endowment, 313 Park Ave., Suite 400, Falls Church, Va. 22046.

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• –––––Funeral service for LOUVELLA “SUE” REED, 63, of Jacksonville, formerly of Helena will be held Saturday, July 24, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the New Haven M.B. Church. Rev. Cedric Pride will be officiating. Burial will be follow at Oak Grove #3 Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday, July 23, 2010, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Robert Lee Brown Memorial Chapel. Brown’s Home for Funerals Inc. will direct the services. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook at www. brownshomeforfuneralsinc.com.

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• –––––Mother LUCY ROMES, 77, of North Little Rock passed away July 18th. She leaves to cherish her memory: children, Tommy Jarrett, Carl Romes, Shirley Harper, Veronica Romes, Christine Wilson, Shardae Romes and Mary Young; siblings, Hiawatha Lewis, Henry Parker and Hosetta Parker. Visitation July 25th, 6-7 p.m. at Superior. Homegoing celebration July 26th, 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 15803 Old Hwy. 30, North Little Rock. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, (501) 945-9922. Trudean Long Brown “Providing Services Your Family Deserves.”

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• –––––EVWALONI HARRISON TATUM, 59, of North Little Rock, Ark., departed this life on July 20, 2010. She’s preceded in death by her father, Rev. J.W. Harrison; sister, Shirley D. Mitchell; and brother, Frederick D. Harrison. Survived by one daughter, Adrienne D. Scott (Warren); three grandchildren, Justin W., Julian H. and Jamison E. Scott; mothers, Eloise Riles and Annie M. Harrison; brothers, John W. Harrison Jr., Robert L. Harrison (Betty), Barry W. Harrison (Merrill) and Timothy P. Harrison; sisters, Dallis J. Gooden, Linnie V. Bradley (John), Carolyn L. Crumpton (Filton), Annice Harrison and Deborah A. Hawkins (Lonnie); a host of other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Monday, July 26, 2010, 11 a.m. Family visitation will be held Sunday, July 25, 2010, 6-7 p.m., both services at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Chester St., LR, (501) 372-1305. Interment will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery.

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• –––––MARGARET HATTIE LOIS THOMPSON, 80, of North Little Rock, Ark., passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010. She was born June 23, 1930, in Ruston, La., to Charles Thompson and Pearl Gilmore. She enjoyed going shopping, riding, watching television and eating. She took her first plane ride at 72 to Los Angeles, Calif., to visit her son. Her mother, father, sisters, nephews, brother and a son preceded her in death.

Survivors include her children, Gene Thompson of Carrollton, Texas, Tony Thompson and Kirk Williams (Charlie) of Jacksonville; grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; nieces; nephews; cousins; and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Park Visitation will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. prior to the service. Sign online guestbook, www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home, (501) 982-2136.

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• –––––MARY ALLERTON WOOLSEY THOMSON, 89, of Little Rock passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She was born in Galesburg, Ill., to Robert and Inez Woolsey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben G. Thomson. Mary is the mother of three sons, Chris, Charles and James Thomson; plus two grandchildren, Isaac and Andrea.

She was a graduate of Shrimer Junior College in Mount Carroll and Knox College in Galesburg. After moving to Little Rock with her family in 1961 from the St. Louis area, Mary became a member of the Women’s Emergency Committee, a primary social justice force in Little Rock. She volunteered as a Cub Scout den mother, leader in Girl Scouts, and with the elderly at Presbyterian Village.

Mary was community activist and very involved in the Natural State. She was one of the only women members of the Wild River Commission, helping to establish the Buffalo National River. She was the League of Women Voters’ Environmental Quality Committee Chairperson, and in that capacity attended monthly meetings of the Arkansas Pollution Control Commission. Mary helped organize public hearings into the Clean Air and Pure Water Acts. She was later named to the Arkansas Energy Forum.

Mary worked on public policy issues with the Arkansas Public Service Commission, Transit Policy Board, MetroPlan and broke ground for community recycling. She was a member and the Social Responsibility Chairperson at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Little Rock. She was a member of the Interfaith Hunger Task force. Mary’s efforts in working with local and state networks of soup kitchens and food pantries helped to establish the Arkansas Food Bank Network. She coordinated regular meals for the shelter and work-training center Our House in Little Rock.

Mary was know as the “Pea Patch Lady” raising money to plant public plots of peas and greens near College Station for the public to harvest. She worked with Pulaski County to establish a community gardens on the old penal farm. Mary help organize local hunger hikes, Soup Sundays, and World Food Day observances. She volunteered as a reading tutor in the Arkansas State Penitentiaries.

Before the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office called her and asked her to visually inspect polling places for accessibility problems, her recommendations would lead to early accessibility criteria, parking, ramps, doorways, bathrooms, etc. She volunteered for Care Links delivering Meals on Wheels. She joined VIPs, enlisting the Unitarian Universalist Church in the LRPS Partners in Education at Garland Elementary School. She also supported the Joseph Pfeifer Kiwanis Camp. Mary was a Daughter of the American Revolution, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Pulaski Heights, and League of Women Voters of Pulaski County.

Friends and Relatives are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Sunday, July 25, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Little Rock, 1818 Reservoir Road, Little Rock.

Donations can be made in her memory to The Unitarian Universalist Church of Little Rock, Arkansas Foodbank Network, Joseph Pfeifer Kiwanis Camp, the Arkansas Hospice Foundation, or a charity of your choosing.

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• –––––WILLIAM “BILL” FRANK WAGNER, 90, of North Little Rock, Ark., went to be with his Lord July 21, 2010. Mr. Wagner was born Feb. 4, 1920, to Lawrence Avon Wagner and Sadie Dantzler Wagner of High Point, N.C. Brother to Lawrence, Harry, Margie, Lib and Marie. Bill was the loving husband of the late Betty Welch Wagner for 62 years. They traveled extensively together and were accomplished dancers.

Mr. Wagner was a loving father to sons Chip (the late Coleen) Wagner, Stephen (Mary) Wagner, and daughters Penny (Ed) Wagner Hagerstrom and Lee (Richard) Wagner Bell; a loving grandfather to Tommy, Heather, Stephen, Wesley, Clayton and Jennifer and two great-grandchildren, Tatum and Topanga.

Mr. Wagner was the president of Arkansas Face Veneer for 17 years. He was a WWII veteran in the Army Air Corps and flew 44 missions in the South Pacific. He was a B-24 and Glider pilot. He was a pilot in private life as well as an avid golfer and world traveler. He enjoyed horse racing at Oaklawn and was a charter member of the North Hills Country & Golf Club and friend to all members. Mr. Wagner will be remembered as a beloved husband, father and grandfather. His pleasant personality and kind manner never wavered. He was the Episcopal faith and will be sadly missed by all who knew him — all our love was returned.

The family wishes to thank Fox Ridge Assisted Living Community North Little Rock, Ark., Hospice, and a special thanks to Bertha Crawford.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2010, in the outdoor chapel of Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6-8 at Griffin Legget Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock, Ark. 72114. The online obituary and memorial tribute is available at www. griffinleggetresthills.com.

In lieu of flowers a memorial can be made to the Alzheimer’s Arkansas, 10411 West Markham St., Little Rock, Ark. 72204.

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• –––––WYATT DURRELL WEEMS of Little Rock, the son of the late Clifford E. Weems and Mamie L. Weems. Born on June 1, 1961. Wyatt was a graduate of Northeast High School and did further studies at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He served as President (2005-2007) as a Board Member of the University of Arkansas Black Alumni Society (2001-2010) and the chancellor’s Council on Diversity, 2009 to present.

Wyatt confessed his belief to Christ at an early age at Bethel AME Church, North Little Rock, Ark. He later united with St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Little Rock, Ark., under the leadership of Rev. Carey Stone. His employment included Savers Federal Bank and Stephens Inc., where he served as Senior Vice President of Sales Trading.

Survivors include a loving devoted wife of 24 years, Clevetta Weems; two sons, Alexander Durrell Weems and Brandon Muldrow Weems; three brothers, Marlon (Shannon), New York, Orson (Karen), Toph (Brenna), New York; and sister, Celise Weems, North Little Rock. He leaves to cherish his memory: a loving family which includes three aunts, Minnie Johnson, Zerita Harrison (Robert), North Little Rock, and Alberta Taylor, Little Rock; one uncle, Calvin Muldrow (Lucy), North Little Rock; a very special mother-in-law, Mary Alice Blackburn, Little Rock; a very special sisterin-law, Pamela Blackburn-Grant (Ulysses), Maumelle, and Phyllis Hamilton, Austin, Texas; special cousin, Diana Watts-Peterson and stepmother, Vicki Weems. Wyatt also leaves a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends that he adopted as his own.

The family is exceedingly grateful for the love and care from Dr. and Mrs. Dale C. Holly of Alpharetta, Ga., the medical staff(s) at Nephrology Associates P.A., Hospice Care, Baptist Health Medical Centers and ARORA.

Celebration of life services Friday, 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 1000 North Mississippi, Little Rock. Burial will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park, 10200 Highway 5 North, Alexander, Ark. Arrangements by Watson-Northcrest Funeral Home, (501) 812-5303.

Arkansas

BATESVILLE — Lane Isaac Mathews, age 4, of Batesville died Tuesday. Survivors: parents, Joshua and Amy Mathews; brothers, Ethan Mathews, Brennen Mathews; sister, Alexia Mathews; grandparents, Genna Lou Ogilvie, Bruce and Sherry Mathews; great-grandparents, Newt and Betty Faulkner, Jewel Mathews. Services: 2 p.m. Friday, West Baptist Church, Batesville. Burial: Egner Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, Batesville. Memorials: Lane Mathews Memorial Fund, Citizens Bank of Batesville, P.O. Box 2156, Batesville, Ark. 72503. Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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• –––––BENTON — Terrye Jo Lewellen Mitchell, age 66, of Benton, went home to be with Jesus on July 22, 2010. Terrye was born on September 26, 1943 in Little Rock, Ark., and was a 1961 graduate of Mabelvale High School. She married the love of her life, Paul, on April 13, 1963. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ruby Lewellen. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 47 years, Paul Mitchell Sr.; daughter, Pamela Smith and son, Paul (Cindy) Mitchell Jr., both of Benton. She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Mark, Michelle, Jarrod, Kayla, Bobby, Summer and Cody, along with her beloved pets, Sissy and Callie. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2010 at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant. The family would like to give special thanks to Kristi Kinchen and Sara Mejia and the entire staff at Saline Memorial Hospice. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Saline Memorial Hospice and/or Arkansas Alzheimers. To sign Mrs. Mitchell’s online guest book go to dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––BENTON — Randy Wilcher of Benton passed July 20. Survived by his wife, Sherry; son, Chris; daughter, Tabitha (Bo); grandchildren, Kylee and Taylor; his mother, two sisters and three brothers. Memorial Service July 23, 5 p.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery, Murfreesboro. Superior Funeral Services, 5017 E. Broadway, (501) 945-9922.

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• –––––BRINKLEY — Vanessa Brooks, 46, of Brinkley, Ark., died Friday, July 16, 2010. Funeral services to be held on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 11 a.m., at Brown Chapel CME Church in Brinkley. Interment will be in Garrett Grove Cemetery, Moro, Ark., under the direction of McNeal-Calahan Funeral Home in Brinkley.

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• –––––BRINKLEY — Lucy Jarrett, 105, of Brinkley, formerly of Moro, died Tuesday, July 14 at Cla-Clif Nursing Center in Brinkley. Three grandsons, eight granddaughters, 40 great-grandchildren, 25 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 24 at 11 a.m. at Anointed Temple Church of God in Christ in Brinkley. Interment will take place at St. Paul Cemetery by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley (870) 734-2772. branscumbfuneralhome@yahoo. com.

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• –––––BRINKLEY — Lester E. Ollis, age 68, died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, Sherry Ollis; son, Robin Ollis; two stepsons, one stepdaughter, four brothers, two sisters, 13 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation 9-10 a.m. before 10 a.m. services, Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home, Brinkley. Interment Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Brinkley. Guestbook bobnealandsons.com.

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• –––––CAMDEN — Richard Alfred Burton, 74, of Camden, died Wednesday, July 21, 2010. Funeral services 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Grace Baptist Church with burial in Missouri Cemetery at Chidester. Visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Proctor Funeral Home. To sign the online guest register visit proctorfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––CAMDEN — Eula Posey Nance, 95, of Camden died Thursday. She was preceded in death by her husband Marcus Kenneth Nance. Visitation Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Graveside services, 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Cemetery. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. Online register: bentonfuneralhome. com.

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• –––––CAMDEN — Richard Alan Purifoy, 61, of Camden, died Tuesday, July 20, 2010. Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Proctor Funeral Home. Memorials to Doctor’s Home Care Hospice. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register visit proctorfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––CAMDEN — Pauline Rogers, 89, of Camden died July 20, 2010. Survivors are sons, Ronald Denham, Bobby and Roy Rogers; daughters, Dianne Pickens and Johnlyn Burroughs; 17 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Visitation is Friday, July 23, 6-8 p.m., Regency, Malvern. Services are Saturday, July 24, 2 p.m., Kingdom Hall, Malvern. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––CLARENDON — Cherlee Ann Langston, 47, of Clarendon, died Saturday, July 17 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock. A son, a daughter, her companion, five brothers, four sisters, four grandchildren and a host of other relatives survive her. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 24 at 2:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Holly Grove. Interment will take place Mount Zion Cemetery by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley, (870) 734-2772. branscumbfuneralhom e@yahoo.com.

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• –––––CONCORD — James Alexander, age 31, of Concord, died Wednesday, July 21, 2010, Batesville. Services Saturday, July 24 at 2 p.m., Concord Family Worship Center in Concord. Burial, Antioch Cemetery, Drasco with arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service of Batesville. Visitation Friday, July 23 from 5-7 p.m.

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• –––––CONWAY — Verle Juanita (Stacks) Acre departed this life on her heavenly journey on July 20, 2010. She was 87 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Evans Acre.

She is survived by her four children, Margaret Pearson (Jerry), Bob Acre (Margaret), Russell Acre (Anita) and Paul Acre (Donna). She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, and a host of friends, nieces and nephews.

In her final months she told her children that she was ready to go be with the Lord. She fought the good fight, she kept the faith and she finished the course. She knew there was a better “Home” prepared for her and she wanted to go there. She was a founding member of the Greenbrier Church of Christ in 1949. Mother died a happy lady and she often told her children that she had no regrets; that life here on earth had been good to her. We shall see you again one day our dear mother.

The family will receive friends at the Greenbrier Church of Christ Saturday, July 24th from 11 to 12:30 p.m., followed by the funeral service at the church building at 1 p.m. Burial will be at the Republican Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Southern Christian Home in Morrilton Arkansas or the Children’s Home of Paragould. Arrangements are by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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• –––––COTTON PLANT — Woodell Robinson, 65, of Cotton Plant died Sunday, July 18, 2010 at Forrest City Medical Center in Forrest City, Arkansas. He was born August 11, 1944 in Des Arc to Aught and Willie (Williams) Robinson. He is survived by his wife Hazel (Butler) Robinson; two daughters, Octavia Robinson, Patricia Jones and husband, Kenneth; three sons, Michael Robinson, Woodell Robinson Jr. and wife Arlene, Roy Powell; one sister, Gladys Johns; five brothers, Frank Robinson, Joe Bob Robinson, L.C. Robinson, Willis Robinson, Walter Robinson; and six grandchildren. Visitation is Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Garth Funeral Home from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Mr. Robinson will be cremated and there are no plans for a memorial service at this time. Online guest register at garthfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––FAYETTEVILLE — Michael Spillers, 68 of Fayetteville, died July 22, 2010, at Circle of Life Hospice center in Springdale, Ark. He was born March 19, 1942, in Mulberry, Ark., to William O. and Laberta (Craven) Spillers. Mike was a faithful witness of Jehovah for 53 years, having been baptized at the age of 15. Even after being overtaken by illness, he enjoyed teaching others about the Bible. He also enjoyed good food, cooking, growing flowers, and spending time with family and friends. He will be sorely missed by family, many friends, spiritual brothers and sisters, and loyal employees. He was the owner and operator of Advanced Information Systems.

He is survived by his wife; Melinda Spillers, of the home; eight children, Michelle Ferri (husband Peter) of Fayetteville, Ark., Michael Spillers of Long Beach, California, Kristin Henley of Branson, Missouri, Scott Spillers of West Hollywood, California, Ryan Spillers of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Jennifer Mesko of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Jessica Mesko of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Micah Spillers of the home, nine grandchildren, Peter Ferri, Isabella Ferri, Emmaline Spillers, Lillian Spillers, Tori Spillers, Blake Henley, Austin Henley, Levi Henley, and Kaylin Henley.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 23, 2010, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2837 Old Wire Road in Fayetteville with Brother Herbert Wight officiating. Private burial will be held at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville. To sign the online guest book please visit www.nelsonberna.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home & Crematory of Fayetteville.

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• –––––GRUBBS — Elwood Vines, 90, of Grubbs, died Wednesday. Survivors sons, Alvin Vines and wife, Sandra and Dr. Troy Vines and wife, Sharon; one sister, Etna Ahart; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Funeral 11 a.m., Saturday, Ballew’s Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. Interment, Ballew’s Chapel Cemetery. Visitation, Friday, 6-9 p.m. Arrangements: Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh. com.

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• –––––HEBER SPRINGS — Rick Rana, 63, departed this life on July 20, 2010, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born June 18, 1947, in Dumas, Arkansas, he was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Annella Rana and his brother, Benji Rana.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy, children, Cara Lank and husband Shane of Little Rock, Dr. Ryan Rana and wife Anne of Fayetteville, Morton Epperson of Little Rock and Jordan Epperson of the home; grandchildren, Abby, Jude and Gabriel Rana of Fayetteville, Allyson Lank of Little Rock; sister, Katie Dutton and husband Larry of Star City.

Rick graduated from Dumas High School and attended Southern State University in Magnolia before enlisting in the Marine Corps where he served for three years, including a 13-month tour of duty in Vietnam. He received his bachelor’s degree from Arkansas A&M (UAM) in Monticello. He obtained his master’s degree from Northeast Louisiana University (ULM), Monroe, Louisiana. While working on his master’s, he coached at River Oaks School. Rick had a long career as a coach, teacher, principal and superintendent. He served in all these capacities at Shreve Christian School in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he established life long relationships as a coach and mentor. His career in education continued as a teacher and football coach at Monticello, as Jr. High Principal at Newport, High School Principal and later Superintendent at Shirley and most recently Superintendent at Heber Springs, from which he retired in June 2009.

Visitation will be Thursday, July 22, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Heber Springs Funeral Home. Services will be Friday, July 23, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Heber Springs. Internment will be at Higden-McLehaney Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cleburne County Health Department Hospice, who were such a blessing in caring for Rick in his last days, or The Joshua Center @ New Heights Church, 2889 N. College, Fayetteville, Ark. 72703. This center is lead by Rick’s son, Dr. Ryan Rana, and is a center for faith-based family counseling and training for ministry. Gifts to either would be received with honor.

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• –––––HELENA-WEST HELENA — Funeral services for Wayne Shenep, 59, of Helena were held at 3 p.m., Thursday at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial followed at Maple Hill Cemetery. He was survived by a son, Michael Shenep; daughter, Katrina Lynn Logan and husband, Joe; mother, Julia Shenep. Roller-Citizens West Helena directed (870-572-2571). Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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• –––––HOPE — Mrs. Mary Saladin Allen, 82, Hope, Arkansas, passed away in Hope. Local Survivor: daughter, Pat Goynes and John, Hope, Arkansas, and other relatives and friends. Memorial Services: 10 a.m., Saturday, July 24, 2010, at LaRobardiere Funeral Home, Camden, New York.

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• –––––HOT SPRINGS — Joan Davis died Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the age of 68. Born on December 26, 1941, in Biscoe, Arkansas, to Hubert C. and Sallie Mae Hensley. She was a member of Grand Avenue Baptist Church and a retired medical transcriptionist.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Larry D. Davis, two sisters, Wanda Lee Hensley and W. Maureen Callais, and father-in-law, Earl Davis. She is survived by two sons, Dennis Davis of Hot Springs, Christopher (Slim) Davis of North Little Rock, and one daughter and husband Tina and Kelly Watkins of Hot Springs Village and two grandchildren, Kevin and Kyle Watkins of Hot Springs.

Visitation will be from 5-7:00, Friday at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 9 a.m., Saturday at Grand Avenue Baptist Church with Bro. Stacy Sanders and Bro. Jimmy Holland officiating. Burial will be at 2 p.m., Saturday at Oakwood Cemetery in Paris, Arkansas. Guests may register at www. caruth-hale.com.

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• –––––HOT SPRINGS — Jean Hargraves, 95, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away July 20, 2010. She was born April 2, 1915, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Robert James and Eugenia (Longinotti) Foster. She was an avid reader, a loyal Democrat, a devout Catholic, and had a keen sense of humor. She is preceded in death by her husband, Judge O.H. Hargraves and son, Bobby Hargraves. Loving survivors include her son, Jim Hargraves and wife, Susan of Forrest City, Arkansas; daughters, Ruth Hargraves of Washington, D.C., Rosemary Cianciolo and husband, Michael of Memphis, Tennessee and daughter-in-law, Joanie Hargraves of Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was lovingly known as Macie to her grandchildren, Hayley Hargraves, Mark Cianciolo, Lucas Hargraves and wife, Megan, Jake Hargraves, Carley Cianciolo and husband, Matt Kirby, Caitlin Hargraves, and Harrison Hargraves. Visitation will be from 4-6:00, Friday at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Forrest City, Arkansas. Guests may register at www.caruth-hale.com.

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• –––––HOT SPRINGS — Carolyn Kay VanHouten, 67, of Hot Springs, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010. She was born January 7, 1943, in Winchester, Indiana, to Lester Dwight and Minnie Marie (Stalcup) Garringer. Carolyn was a registered nurse. She is predeceased by her parents. Loving survivors include son, Joe VanHouten and his wife, Shari, son, Scott VanHouten, and granddaughter, Tessa Van-Houten all of Hot Springs. Graveside services will be private. Arrangements are by Caruth-Hale Funeral Home. Guest register is www.caruth-hale.com.

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• –––––JONESBORO — Ethel Eileen Griffin, 91, of Jonesboro and Montgomery, Ala., died Tuesday at St. Bernards Medical Center. Survived by two daughters and a son, three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday at Pine Log Cemetery with Dr. Bruce Tippit and Kathy Holler officiating. Under the directions of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.

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• –––––McCRORY — Ruby Imogene Peebles Graves, 85, died Wednesday. Visitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Friday with funeral services at 2 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home, McCrory. Interment: Fakes Chapel Cemetery. Survivors: sons, Bobby, Jerry and Don Graves; daughter, Phyllis Martin; brother, Dallas Peebles; sisters, Kathryn Ladd, Joyce Cariker; five grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren. Thompson-Wilson Funeral Directors, McCrory, (870) 731-2551.

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• –––––MONTICELLO — Linda Ann Jordan, 62, of Monticello passed away July 15, 2010, at the Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 24 at 1 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral home with burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Online guestbook at www. stephensondearman.com.

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• –––––MONTICELLO — Vivian L. Outlaw, age 71, of Monticello, Arkansas, died Wednesday, July 21, at Baptist Medical Center, Little Rock. Funeral services 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, Frazer’s Chapel. Burial Gravelridge Cemetery near Hermitage by Frazer’s Funeral Home of Warren. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 23, at Frazer’s. Online/guestbook/ obituary www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––MORRILTON — Willie Harris Jr., 50, Morrilton, departed this life July 20, 2010. Survivors, daughter, Michelle Harris; one brother, Lenois Harris; sisters, Phyllis Harris, Pamela Toney, Bernadine Wright, Paula Bell, Tina Weatherspoon; grandson. Funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday, Solomon Grove Baptist Church. Visitation 1-5 p.m. Friday, Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Morrilton, 354-0053. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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• –––––NEWPORT — A.B. Fry, 80, of Newport died Wednesday. He was a member of Jacksonport Baptist Church and enjoyed visiting with friends and going to the coffee shop. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Arthur and Jody Massey Fry; one brother, Odell Fry; one sister, Carolyn Shepard. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Fry of Newport; one sister, Polly Northcut of Houston, Texas; nieces, Cathey Brown, Charlotte Delveco, Sue Fredriekson, Paulette Debose; nephew, Clayton Fry; great-niece, Lena Clemons; great-nephews, Bill Fry, Will Fry, Harrison Fry; and several great-nieces and nephews. Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Jacksonport Baptist Church with burial in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––NEWPORT — Manuel Green, 91, of Newport died Wednesday. Survived by sons, Eddie Green (Brenda) of Tuckerman, Jerry Green (Debbie) of Jonesboro, Micky Green of Newport and Terry Green (Cindy) of Bradford; 10 grandchildren. Services 10 a.m. Saturday at Dillinger Chapel with burial in Gracelawn Cemetery. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––OLA — Laquita Fern McGrew, age 75, of Ola, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24 at Ola Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will be at Sandlin Cemetery in Ola. Visitation will be 6 p.m. 8 p.m. Friday. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Homes, Danville, Ark.

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• –––––PARON — Charles E. Lambert, 89, Paron, died Wednesday. Survivors: wife, Lorene Lambert; sons, Ricky and Steve Lambert; daughter, Jennifer Taylor; sister, Betty Kilby; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. Visitation, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Ashby Funeral Home. Graveside, 10 a.m., Saturday, Walnut Bottoms Cemetery. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––PINE BLUFF — Mr. Frank Lawrence Glien Sr., 91 of Pine Bluff, died July 17, 2010. Services, Saturday, July 24, 2010, at St. James United Methodist Church by Reverend Henry “Hank” Wilkins IV at 2:30 p.m. Burial, Arkansas State Veterans in North Little Rock on July 26, 2010, at 10 a.m. by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff.

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• –––––PINE BLUFF — Mrs. Marie Summers Watts, 91, of Pine Bluff, died Friday, July 16, 2010. Her services will be Saturday, July 24, 2010, at St. John A.M.E. Church by Reverend W.R. Norful at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in St. Luke Cemetery on Princeton Pike by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff.

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• –––––ROGERS — Harley Andy Moser Sr., 91, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010 in Rogers, Arkansas, while a patient at Mercy Hospital. Harley was born September 1918 in Bexar, Arkansas, to parents Noah and Ruth Moser. While growing up, he attended school in Calico Rock, Arkansas.

Harley married Phyllis Simpson of Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1937. Five years later, Harley realized that his country needed his skills, so he enlisted in the Air Force in 1942. A World War II veteran, Harley earned the rank of 1st Sergeant. He was stationed in China, Burma and India during his Air Force career.

Upon leaving the Air Force, Harley began to seek a permanent home for Phyllis and himself. After visiting Rogers, Arkansas he commented that “it was the nicest place on earth.” The two built their home in Rogers and have lived here ever since.

In 1950, Harley Sr. established and became the founder of the Moser Corporation. Throughout Harley’s life, he was fascinated by cabinet making, and took his mastery of woodworking and cabinetry to a substantial level in the opening of the company. Over the course of the next 60 years, the Moser brand has graced thousands of school classrooms, hospitals, institutions, public and private offices as well as libraries, government offices and organizations with high quality furniture and equipment. Harley Sr.’s hobby was his work and he delighted in developing new methods of wood manufacturing and translated his skills into meaningful products for others.

While Harley’s life centered around his work, he also had a tremendous love for his community and youth. Harley Sr. was an Assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 122 of Rogers and enjoyed working with young men, many of whom earned the rank of Eagle during his tenure. He was also responsible for helping establish the first Little League organizations in Rogers, working with the Rogers Lions Club to bring baseball to area youth.

Harley was an elected member of the Rogers City Council during the 1950’s and worked with the City on road and highway concerns. Harley and Phyllis were active members of the Central United Methodist Church of Rogers. Harley was involved in many church activities and chaired several committees during his lifetime.

Harley Sr. leaves behind his wife, Phyllis of the home, three sons and daughters-in-law: Harley Moser, Jr. and Lynda; Philip Moser and Mike and Sandra Moser. Grandchildren include Kelly Chimarys, Terry Drain, Todd Moser, Margo Blunk, Timothy Moser, Daniel Moser and Mason Moser. Harley Sr. also leaves behind eight greatgrandchildren and 1 great-greatgrandchild. Several nieces and nephews throughout the United States also mourn the loss of the grandfather and great uncle.

In 1955, the Rogers newspaper published an article about Harley Sr. and his business. It was an in-depth look at Harley Sr. as a bright and gifted businessman as well as an artist, creator and designer. The article will be made available to those attend- ing the services at the Central United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Callison-Lough Funeral Home in Rogers. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday at Central United Methodist Church in Rogers. Burial will be private.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations and gifts be made to the Central United Methodist Church of Rogers at 2535 West New Hope Road, Rogers, Arkansas 72757 or the charity of their choice. Arrangements are by Callison-Lough Funeral Home in downtown Rogers. Online condolences may be made at www.callisonloughfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––RUSSELLVILLE — Charlotte K. Mills, 64, of Russellville, Ark., died July 20, 2010. Funeral will be at 10 a.m., July 23, 2010 at Russellville Christian Center. Rev. Tom Underhill will officiate. Burial will be at Ashdown Cemetery in Ashdown by Humphrey Funeral Service. Internet obituary and online guest book available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

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• –––––SEARCY — Ronald Cole, 48, of Searcy, died Tuesday, July 20. He was born June 1, 1962 in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of Edward and Peggy Beheler Cole. He was a member of the Shawnee Nation, a swimming pool contractor and a member of the Church of the Southwind.

Surviving is his father, Eddie Cole of Pangburn; his soulmate, Jackie Studdard and her mother “Granny” Jimmie Moye of Searcy; sons, Bobby Summers, Pangburn, Edward Snodgrass, Center Hill, Chris Snodgrass, Judsonia, Eric Cole, Searcy, and Dustin Hartsfield, Pangburn; daughters, Tonya Dixon and Ashley Wiederhold, Searcy; and a brother, Greg Cole and his wife Rhonda of Kokomo, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his mother, Peggy Cole.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church of Searcy. Visitation will be Friday, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www. powellfuneralhome.net.

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• –––––SEARCY — William “Pudney” Hill Sr., age 87, of Searcy peacefully passed away, Monday July 19, 2010 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease in the Woodland Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center.

After driving over the road for 40 plus years, he retired from Jones Truck Line in 1984. He loved to sit under the carport and talk with friends and family. Anyone that knows Pudney knew he was a hard working man. He was loved by many and will be truly missed. The family would like to express sincere appreciation and thanks to the staff at Woodland Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center in Little Rock.

Funeral services will be held Monday, July 26, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, 2616 South Main, Searcy, Ark. Viewing held Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Online: www.searcymceuenfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––SHERIDAN — Frances Ruth Chilton Milbourne, 74, of Sheridan, Arkansas, died Tuesday. Survivors, son, Michael; daughters, Patricia, Margaret, Sandy, Becky; brother, David; seven grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home of Sheridan (870)942-1306. www. memorialgardenssheridan. com.

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• –––––WALDRON — Helen Faye Taff, 94, of Waldron, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010 in Mercy Hospital of Waldron.

She is survived by one brother, James W. Taff and wife Audean of Springfield, Oregon; three nieces, Sr. Rebecca Ann Hendricks, RSM, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Bodie Hendricks (Phil) Hatcher, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Debra Taff of Springfield, Oregon; three nephews Jim Taff of Portland, Oregon, Mike (Paula) Taff of Springfield, Oregon, Bill Taff of Sacramento, California.

She was also survived by two great-nieces, Kelly Hatcher (Mark) Wallace of Nashville, Tennessee, Lynn Hatcher (Cliff) Beckham of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one great-nephew, Jason Benjamin Hatcher of Fort Smith, Arkansas; three great-greatnieces Hadley Wallace of Nashville, Tennessee, Taylor Wallace of Nashville, Tennessee, Molly Beckham of Fort Smith, Arkansas; two great-great-nephews Ben Beckham of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and William Beckham of Fort Smith, Arkansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James A. and Maude Anne Davis Taff and one sister, Ethel Taff Hendricks.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in the Square Rock Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Visitation will be Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Martin Funeral Home Chapel.

Pallbearers will be Jim Taff, Jason Hatcher, Cliff Beckham, Wes Goodner, Reggie Owens and Dick Huie. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Arkansas Business and Professional Women’s Club. You may sign the online guest book by visiting www.martinfuneralhomes. com.

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• –––––WARREN — Gailrenee’ Hampton of Warren, Ark., died Wednesday July 21, at Bradley County Medical Center. Funeral services 10 a.m., Monday, July 26, St. James A.M.E. Church. Burial Palestine Cemetery at Johnsville, Ark., by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Visitation 6-8 p.m., Sunday, July 25, at Frazer’s. Online obituary and guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

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• –––––WYNNE — Catherine Lee, 74, of Wynne died Wednesday in Little Rock. Services are Friday at 10 a.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne with burial in Cogbill Cemetery. Kerondle Funeral Home in charge. www.kernodlefh.com.

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BELLS, Tenn. — Cristina Fike, 39, of Bells, Tenn., died Sunday. Survivors: Husband, David Fike; daughter, Angel Fike; son, Thomas Fike; father, Earl Hummel; four sisters; four brothers. Services: 10 a.m. Monday, Rosie Baptist Church, Rosie. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Sunday. Burial: Maple Springs Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville. Memorials: American Cancer Society Online. guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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• –––––KILLEEN, Texas — Arthur Lee Johnson Jr. was born in Scott, Arkansas on June 1, 1940 to Arthur Lee Johnson, Sr. and Elizabeth Griffin who both preceded him in death. He graduated from George Washington Carver High School in 1960. Arthur will be greatly missed. Services are Friday, July 23, 2010 at 12 noon at Pershing Park Baptist in Killeen, Texas. Burial will follow after service at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, Texas.

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• –––––VIRIGINA BEACH, Va. — Jeanne Atkinson died peacefully at home in Virginia Beach, July 20, 2010. She was the wife of Robert, mother of Elizabeth (Mrs. Henry Patino) and Randall, grandmother of Camilla and Ryan Patino, all of Virginia Beach.

Besides her immediate family, she is survived by her sisters, Charlotte (Mrs. Charles Mc-Daniel) of Columbia, Miss., and Kay (Mrs. Lee Smith) of Corpus Christi, Texas. Predeceasing her were her parents, Harley and Ina (Price) Leavesseur, her brothers, James, Carl and John and her sister, Naomi.

Born in Iowa, December 16, 1931, Jeanne grew up in Chippewa Falls, Wis., and graduated from the University of Wisconsin (Eau Claire) in 1954. While in college, she led a troop of Mariner Girl Scouts who funded their activities by selling Christmas trees delivered anywhere in town by Girl Scouts, one at each end. Thus, they enjoyed a camping trip to Yellowstone National Park and an excursion to Washington, D.C. where they lunched in the Senate dining room, hosted by their hometown senator, Alexander Wiley. A born teacher, Jeanne taught at every level - high school, junior high, elementary and finally at Stratford Preschool, which she founded in 1969 and operated until 2006. She loved her students, especially the very young ones, who “give you their hearts.” From each child she taught to read she extracted a promise to pass on to their children the gift of reading and a love of books. And, she enjoined all, as they go through life: “Think of others; share; take your turn.”

A memorial service, officiated by the Reverend Deborah Clark and Reverend Ted David, will be held in Baylake United Methodist Church, Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception in the church social hall. Graveside services will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. The family requests no flowers, instead suggests contribution to a charity benefiting children.