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Some obituaries may appear in certain editions of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and not in others. This list shows the names of all people whose obituaries are in at least one edition. For obituaries not in this edition, please see our website, Arkansas Online, at arkansasonline.com/obituaries/.

PULASKI COUNTY

Cheryl Ann Barnett, 34, of Little Rock.

Jordan Antron Brooks, 7, of Little Rock.

Carl Wendell Flemister Jr., 50, of Little Rock.

Ross Holiman, 85, of Little Rock.

Ronald A. Oginski, 72, of Jacksonville.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

BEEBE Loveta Viola Owens, 76.

BONO Genevieve McCasland, 70.

BRINKLEY Dora Lee Vance-Holiday, 84.

BULL SHOALS Carlene Louise DeBold, 74.

CARLISLE Jesse Pearl Smiley Gosney, 83.

CONWAY John Allen Coleman, 51.

Opal Bridges Ragland, 96.

CROSSETT Geraldine “Mrs. Jerry” McDaniels, 94.

DES ARC Clarence (Flathead) Ward, 74.

DOVER Jessie Albert Scarber, 81.

FAYETTEVILLE Abigail Grace Wright, infant.

FORT SMITH Lawrence John Wewers, 94.

GILKEY Jackie Crites, 60.

GREENBRIER Billy Joe Ewing, 27.

GREERS FERRY Viola J. Sedlacek, 76.

HAMBURG Kenneth Glen Moran, 63.

HELENA-WEST HELENA John Henry Barrow Jr., 90.

JUNCTION CITY Myrtle Daniels Murphy, 88.

MAGNET COVE Joe T. Golden Jr., 93.

MAGNOLIA Dewey Jefferson Howell III, 56. MARVELL Mary Catherine Foran, 93.

MAYFLOWER Tina Diane Slayton, 48.

MOUNTAIN HOME Mildred Linna Hauser, 96.

Elbert E. Koonce, 85.

Jimmie Wayne Marler, 60.

Henry Allen Richardson, 82. Barbara Sue Verzal, 80.

RUSSELLVILLE Clauselle Drewry, 90.

SALESVILLE Randy Bench, 44.

SCRANTON Harry Mathews, 75.

SEARCY Hermina Moser, 71.

Robert Earl Norman, 89.

VILONIA Julie Elaine McBee, 29.

WHITE HALL Estee Alexandra Gober, 3.

OUT-OF-STATE

GAINESVILLE, Mo.

Dorothy C. Nienow, 95.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.

Sgt. Kevin Moseby, 28.

Pulaski County

CHERYL ANN BARNETT of Little Rock, beloved daughter ofPam and David Barnett, sister to Jennifer (Barnett) Nipps and Scott, John David Barnett, and aunt to Payton and Garrett Nipps and Piper Barnett, has been set free from her littlebroken body. She is now getting to run and walk down streets of gold with her Heavenly Father! She was greeted in Heaven by her grandparents, Dr. H.C. and Martha Barnett and Frank and Clarissa Cole all formerly of Jonesboro. What a joyful time for Cheryl Ann to get to be with her grandparents again. But for all of us who are left behind and no longer have the privilege of her presence, we are so so sad. There was no other person who expressed the joy of living like Cheryl Ann could - no one who could give love as freely and genuinely as she did - and it was especially humbling to witness the unconditional love she extended to everyone she encountered no matter who they were or what they had to offer: She graciously welcomed the rich or poor, happy or distressed, healthy or sick. Cheryl Ann never met anyone she didn’t immediately love. And thankfully, Cheryl Ann was loved by many.

Cheryl Ann was born July 19, 1977 in Little Rock. At birth she had multiple handicaps, both physically and mentally. We had little idea how much pain and suffering she experienced daily. If you had the honor of meeting her and getting to know her you would have witnessed what a person at peace is like. Her countenance was marked by a joy for life. Unconditional love and forgiveness were the hallmarks of her character. No one has taught us more about the real joy of living and true humility than CherylAnn. The depth of love she possessed and then extended to others cannot be expressed in mere words. There was an enveloping warmth about her that reached deep down into our souls. She made us feel amazingly special and important.

Please feel her families heartfelt love and thanks to all of you who extended your love, kindness and acceptance to Cheryl Ann. You have been a blessing to our family. The different parts you all played in her life were so important to us and to her. Cheryl Ann had many wonderful physicians that helped us make her life better and more comfortable. Thank you for your expertise and concern.

Our lives will not be the same without Cheryl Ann and there will be a huge part of each one of us missing without her presence. We will all miss her smiles, hugs and kisses.

But above all else we acknowledge and give thanks to our wise and loving Heavenly Father. It was His plan that brought Cheryl Ann into our family. He is the one who took what would seem to the world to be a “burden” and truly made her the biggest blessing of our lives. Thank you Lord Jesus.

Visitation will be Sunday, March 25, 2012 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home (501) 224-8300. The service will be Monday, March 26, 2012 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72223. Burial will be at Pilgrim’s Rest Cemetery on Rodney Parham Road.

Memorials may be made to Special Needs Program at Fellowship Bible Church. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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JORDAN ANTRON BROOKS, 7, of Little Rock, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2012. He was born on August 29, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel. (501) 224-8300. Interment will be in Riverwood Memorial Gardens. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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CARL WENDELL FLEMISTER JR., 50, of Little Rock, died Monday, March 19, 2012, while on vacation in Cancun, Mexico. He was born on August 27, 1961, to Carl Wendell Flemister, Sr. and Jeanette Conkin Flemister in Evanston, Ill. He graduated in 1979 from Northeast High School, North Little Rock, and in 1983 earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from the University of Arkansas. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity.

Upon graduation, Wendell began his marketing career at Roark Resort in Branson, Missouri. Later he founded Apex Marketing, Inc. with his father, Carl Wendell Flemister Sr. Apex Marketing grew from a single office to five satellite offices in four states and became the premier marketing company in the country. In 1997, Apex Marketing was sold to Fairfield Communities.

In 2000, Wendell and his wife, Wanda, elected to return to the marketing business with this simple business philosophy, “Always Strive to Exceed Expectations.” To describe Wendell, words such as successful, respected, generous, creative, and leadership all come to mind. From an early beginning, Wendell had visions for his future and his new company, Vacation Tour & Travel. Wendell dreamed big, but what set him apart from the dreamers were his accomplishments. Hard work was just a way of life for him. Starting not only one but two highly successful marketing companies is a testament to his brilliant business talents. In the vacation development industry, he is known for breaking boundaries and helping clients reach goals beyond expectations.

With one of the most respected names in the business in an ever-changing climate, Wendell was one of the few that could embrace the challenge and make it work with creative moves to stay ahead of the game. Wendell’s “can do” leadership is what made his employees follow without hesitation. Everyone that ever worked with him will tell you they were proud to be a part of his team. With the foundation laid, the legacy of his vision will continue to move forward in the manner he would expect today and beyond.

With all of his success in his business endeavors, his most treasured accomplishments were his two sons, of which he could not be more proud. The true measure of a man is not known by his professional successes or material gains, but by his love for his family, and in this, Wendell Flemister was a giant.

He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and constant companion, Wanda, his sons, Alex and Blake; his parents, Jeanette and Carl Wendell Flemister Sr.; one sister, Pamela Boerner and her husband David; one brother, Philip Flemister and wife Nicole; his mother-in-law, Stella Daniels of Branson, Missouri; and a host of nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. He will forever leave a void in the lives of those he touched that cannot be filled or replaced.

Wendell’s passions included watching his sons play PA Bruin football, attending Razorback and Dallas Cowboy football games with his family, and spending time deer hunting withhis sons.

Visitation will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home (501) 224-8300. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m., Monday, March 26, 2012 at St. James United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wendell Flemister Memorial Scholarship Foundation, Centennial Bank in care of Brad French. This scholarship fund is for high school seniors seeking a business or marketing degree. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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ROSS HOLIMAN, 85, of Little Rock, passed away March 21, 2012. Services will be held at 2 p.m., today, Saturday, in the Immanuel Baptist Church Sanctuary, 501 N. Shackleford, followed by interment at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court, Little Rock, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Holiman’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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RONALD A. OGINSKI, age 72, of Jacksonville went to be with his Lord, Friday, March 16, 2012. He was born September 8, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Anthony John Oginski and Mary Gabrysh Oginski. He was a proud retired Navy veteran who served during Vietnam. He was a member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, the Fleet Reserve Association, and the American Legion.

He is survived by his loving wife Jacqueline Oginski, children; David Oginski and his wife Adrie, Gregory Oginski and his wife Cathy, Lynda Hampel and her husband Pat, Kenneth Oginski and his wife Brenda, a brother Gerald Oginski of Michigan, 12 grandchildren, and three greatgrandsons.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. with a Rosary at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Monday, March 26, 2012 at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church with Father Andy Smith officiating. Inurnment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Disabled Veteran’s National Foundation www.dvnf.org.

Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

Arkansas

BEEBE - Loveta Owens, 76, of Beebe passed away March 21, 2012. She was born August 5, 1935, in Kahoka, Arkansas, to the late John and Myrtle Hughes. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Travis Owens. She is survived by her four children: Lois Gregory of Beebe; Carol Payne of Cabot; Brian Owens of Beebe; and Debbie Foster of Roscoe, Illinois; sister, Ruby Allender of Concord; nine grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Saturday, March 24, 2012. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m., Sunday, March 25, 2012 at Thomas Funeral Chapel with interment at Apple Hill Cemetery. To send online condolences visit www.thomasfuneralservice.com. Arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service in Cabot (501) 941-7888.

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BONO - Genevieve Tate Mc-Casland, 70, of Bono died Friday, March 23, 2012. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home chapel with Richard Akins officiating.Burial will follow at Trinity Cemetery. Online guestbook:Www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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BRINKLEY - Dora Lee Holiday, 84, of Brinkley died Thursday,March 15, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock. Five sons, four daughters, a brother, a sister, and a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends survive her. Funeralservices will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 505 North Emmons Avenue in Brinkley. Internment will take place at St. John Cemetery by Branscumb Funeral Home of Brinkley (870) 734-2772. branscumbfune ralhome@yahoo.com and Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home. A Very Special Thank You to Dr. Tommy Love and Staff for more than 20 years of faithful and professional services.

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BULL SHOALS - Services for Carlene Louise DeBold, 74, of Bull Shoals, will be private. Carlene passed away March 22, 2012. She was a waitress, survived by her husband, Bernard and son, Allen DeBold, both of Bull Shoals. Arrangements by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit an online obituary/guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.

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CARLISLE - Jessie Pearl Smiley Gosney, 83, went to join her beloved husband, Kenneth, Friday March 23, 2012. She is survived by one sister, Grace Kolb of Carlisle; four children: Ruth (Ron) McElroy of Memphis, Tenn.; Mary (Sam) Mishu of Knoxville, Tenn.; Kuniko (Mizuki) Sugiyama of Tokyo, Japan; and James (Kat) Gosney of Carlisle;eight grand children: Michael, Jessica and Sara Mishu; Skylar, Trinity and Kenner Gosney; and Miwa and Yuka Sugiyama.Visitation will be 8-9 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. Funeral is at 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Carlisle. Burial will follow in Carlisle Cemetery. Online guest book, www.boydfuneralhome.net.

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CONWAY - John Allen Coleman, 51, of Conway passedaway Monday, March 19, after his courageous battle with ALS. He was born August 17, 1960, in Hot Springs to the late Wayne and Rilla Harper Coleman. John was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Conway. He started his own successful business, Chase Logistics Inc.John loved to play tennis and enjoyed his high school and college teams. He was a loving husband and father, who had a great sense of humor and loved the outdoors.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. John is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Wendy Coleman; son, Chase Coleman; and daughter, Kelley Coleman.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Peace Lutheran Church in Conway with Pastor John Gierke officiating. Entombment will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Shirley, Buddy Olsen, Bill Caller, Steve Harper, Glen Story and David Miller. Honorary pallbearers are Allen Tillery, Mike Rapp, Ralph Olsen, Chris Olsen, Craig Olsen, Connor Olsen and Brandon Olsen.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway (501) 327-7727.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the John A. Coleman Memorial Fundat Metropolitan National Bank. Online guest book: Www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CONWAY - Opal Bridges Ragland, 96, of Conway passed awayMarch 23, 2012, at Conway Regional Hospital. She was born October 16, 1915, at Hector, Arkansas, to the late Alonzo and Mary Elizabeth (Cotton) Bridges. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Conway.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey Robert Ragland: five sisters: Martha Hopkins, Agnes Horn, Etter Ruff, Ruth Shields, Lessie Ragland; three brothers, Celce, Phelps, and Johnny Bridges; and one great-granddaughter, Lacey Annette Mahan. She is survived by one son and three daughters: Robert (Cindy) Ragland of Mena, Arkansas; Fern (Bob) Wallace of Searcy, Arkansas; Sharon (Jimmy) Hooten of Conway; and Gail Stivers of Simi Valley, Calif.; eight grandchildren: Michelle O’Neill, Bobby Wallace, Tim Ragland, Tamra Alexander, Denny Woodard, Brent Hooten, Justin Stivers and Jeremy Stivers; eleven great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and friends.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, March 26, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with Rev. Kirk Hardy officiating. Burial is at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons: Bobby Wallace, Tim Ragland, Denny Woodard, Brent Hooten, Justin Cockrum and Addison O’Neill. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice Foundation, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CROSSETT - Geraldine “Mrs.Jerry” McDaniels, 94, of Crossett, Ark., passed away on March 23, 2012. She was born on August 10, 1917, in Warren, Ark., to her parents, Henry Attie and Rosa Lee Crane Sanders. Mrs. Jerry was a nursery school worker for First Baptist Church for 50-plus years. She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she had been active in all church activities. She was also a member of the Eastern Star and Golden Voices.

Mrs. McDaniels was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul McDaniels; and a grandson, Michael Scott Mc-Daniels. Survivors include one son, Dr. Mike McDaniels (Sherman Ann) of Crossett, Ark.; three grandchildren: Mark Andrew Mc-Daniels, Sherma Kay Bass Thomas, Michael Bradford Bass; and five great-grandchildren: Jack and Dustin McDaniels; Mallory McDaniels; Bo and Katie Bass.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012 at First Baptist Church with Bro. Gregg Bennett and Bro. Jamie Staley officiating. Interment will follow at Pinewood Memorial Park under the direction of Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, Ark. (www.jonesservice.com).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 701 Main StreetCrossett, Arkansas 71635.

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DES ARC - Clarence (Flathead) Ward, 74, of Des Arc, passed away March 23, 2012. He is survived by his daughters: Donna Redmon, Sheila Ballard, Crystal (Shane) Smith; six grandchildren; a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, and ahost of other family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Des Arc. Arrangements by Weems Family Funeral Services in Carlisle.

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DOVER - Jessie Albert Scarber, 81, of Dover, died Wednesday. Funeral is at 10 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Temple Assembly of God in Russellville with burial in Lane Cemetery near Dover by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Online obituary/guestbook available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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FAYETTEVILLE - Abigail Grace Wright, infant daughter of Luke and Holly Wright of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died Tuesday, March 20, 2012. She was born March 19, 2012, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by maternal grandparents, David and Patti Grace of Fayetteville; paternal grandparents, Dicky and Suzanne Wright of Russellville; maternal greatgrandmother, Pearl Hoover of Mena, and paternal great-grandparents, Corrinne D. Stocks of Conway and Virginia Patterson of Little Rock.

Visitation will be 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Moore’s Chapel in Fayetteville.

Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday at University Baptist Church in Fayetteville and interment will be in Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville, under the direction of Moore’s Chapel. Memorials may be made to University Baptist Church, 333 W. Maple, Fayetteville, Ark. 72701. To sign the online guest book, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com.

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FORT SMITH - Lawrence John Wewers, 94 of Fort Smith passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012. He was born July 7, 1917, in Morrison Bluff to the late John Wewers and Teresa Raible Wewers. He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and worked for the City of Fort Smith. He was formerly an Administrator for Crawford County Memorial Hospital. He was also an Air Force Veteran of World War II and the Korean War.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Louise G. Wewers. He was also preceded in death by his four sisters: Crescence Geels, Apollonia Siebenmorgen, Magdalene Geels, and Sister Benita Wewers, OSB, and his seven brothers:Henry, John, Frank, William, Father Raymond Wewers, OSB, Anton Wewers, and Father Damian Wewers, OSB.

Rosary was held 7 p.m. Friday, March 23rd at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 24th at St. Boniface Catholic Church withburial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith.

He is survived by three daughters: Becky Johnson of Ft. Smith, Judy Korkames and her husband Joe of Ft. Smith, and Beth Saad and her husband Bruce of Little Rock; two sons: Dr. Mark Wewers and his wife Mary Ellen of Columbus, Ohio, and Daniel Wewers and his wife Kitzel Braatelien of Little Rock; nine grandchildren: Elizabeth Molnar of Cleveland, Ohio, Daniel Wewers of Boston, Mass., Katherine Wewers of Santa Monica, Calif., Sarah Emeterio of Rogers, Sam Skeen of Fayetteville, Kim Slavens of Fort Smith, Kristen Lipe of Alma, Ruby and Maggie Saad of Little Rock; and six great grandchildren: Julia and William Molnar, William and Kate Emeterio, Ethan Lipe, and Vivian Lipe. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters-in- law, Mary Maestri, Tony and Rosemary Reith, Bob and Mary Reith, Ann Farr,Katie Reith, and Wally Bontemps, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews and caregiver Billie Campbell of Ft. Smith.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Boniface Catholic Church, 1820 North “B” Street, Fort Smith, Ark. 72901; Subiaco Abbey, 405 North Subiaco, Subiaco, Ark. 72865 or St. Scholastica, P.O. Box 3489, Fort Smith, Ark. 72913.

Pallbearers will be his grandsons and nephews. To sign the on line guest book please visit www.fentressmortuary.com.

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GILKEY - Jackie Crites, 60, of the Gilkey Community (Plainview) passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012. Graveside service: 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at New Bethel Cemetery.Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com.

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GREENBRIER - Billy Joe Ewing, 27, of Greenbrier died March 21, 2012. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Bishop-Griffin Funeral Home. Funeral services 1 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at Marcus Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Marcus Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Bishop-Griffin Funeral Home of Greenbrier. (501) 679-4400. www.bishopgriffinfuneralhome.com.

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GREERS FERRY - Viola J. Sedlacek, 76, passed away Wednesday. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank; son, David; sister, Maybelle Soukup. Survivors: daughters, Lynn Kozicki, husband Roman, Ingleside, Illinois, Diane Taylor, husband Joel, of Monee, Illinois; sister, Elise Temby, husband Fred, California; two brothers, and two grandchildren. Memorial service Saturday, Fairfield Bay Baptist Church, 4 p.m.

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HAMBURG - Kenneth Glen Moran, age 63, of Hamburg, Ark., died Thursday, March 22, at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Ark.Born April 27, 1948, in Milo, Ark., a son of the late Thomas Rufus Moran and Lona Lee Goodwin Moran he was a retired heavy equipment operator for Georgia Pacific, a member and deacon Trinity Freewill Baptist Church. Also, preceding him in death were brothers Roger Dale Moran, Charles William Moran; sisters Tennie Watkins and Libby Dison.

Survivors are his wife, Donnie Stanley Moran, whom he married April 14, 1973; one son, Jason Glen Moran and spouse Beth, Oklahoma City, Okla.; one daughter, Ashlee Michelle Moran, Lake Village, Ark., and fiance Jammie Stanley; two brothers, T.J. Moran, Hamburg, Ark., James Moran, Texarkana, Texas; five sisters, Carolyn Pratt, Bastrop, La., Charlotte Wilcoxon, Crossett, Ark., Norma Reynolds, Hamburg, Ark., Sherry Nichols, Bastrop, La., Kathy Barnett, Crossett, Ark.; one grandchild, Mac Kenzie Jay Moran, Oklahoma City, Okla.

Funeral services 2 p.m. Sunday March 25, Trinity Freewill Baptist Church near Hamburg, Ark. Burial in Carlock Cemetery by Frazer’s Funeral Home. Visitation 5-9 p.m. Saturday, March 24, at Trinity Freewill Baptist Church. Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

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HELENA-WEST HELENA - Dr. John Henry Barrow Jr., MD, age 90, of Helena, Arkansas, passed away the morning of March 22, 2012, having lived a full and happy life.

He was a veteran of World War II, married Miss Ole Miss, graduated from University of Arkansas School of Medicine in 1949, did his internship at Tripler General Services Hospital in Honolulu, retired from the Army as a Captain, started practicing medicine in Arkansas in 1950, and retired after 42 years of a distinguished medical practice in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas.

He was an avid sportsman, golfer, hunter, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and husband. He loved a good game of gin and usually took everyone’s money.

He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Barrow “Steamboat”; his children: John Harley and Karen Barrow, Chris and Glenna Barrow, Rob and Angela Barrow; his grandchildren: Harley and June Barrow, Russ and Darnella Barrow, Christal Barrow and Robyn Barrow; his great-grandchildren: Cole Barrow, Reid Barrow, Peyton Barrow, and Gage Barrow.

Dr. B. always said, “I have no regrets, I would not change a single thing about my life.”

There will be a Wake starting at 5 p.m. at Dr. Barrow’s home at 400 Neil Rd., on Saturday, March 24th. Services will be Sunday, March 25, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Helena, Arkansas, at 4 p.m.

In lieu of flower the family would like to request donations be made to United Methodist Church of Helena, Arkansas, or the Alzheimer’s Association. www.alz.org.

Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, will direct (870) 572-2571. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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JUNCTION CITY - Myrtle Daniels Murphy, 88, of Junction City, died March 22, 2012. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today, at First Baptist Church in Junction City. Funeral will be 2 p.m., Sunday at the First Baptist Church in Junction City. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.

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MAGNET COVE - Joe Golden, Jr., 93, Magnet Cove died March 22, 2012. Survivors, sons, John Golden, Kenneth Golden; brother, Oscar Golden; sisters, Janette Melton, Catherine Graham. Visitation, Saturday, March 24th, 6-8 p.m., Regency, Malvern. Services, Sunday, March 25th, 2 p.m., Regency Chapel. Interment, Rest Haven Cemetery, Arkadelphia. Arrangements, Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, regencyfuneralhome.com.

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MAGNOLIA - Dewey Jefferson “Jeff” Howell III, age 56, of Magnolia, Ark. went to be with his heavenly father on March 17, 2012. Jeff was born on Sept. 17, 1955 and passed away in Little Rock surrounded by loving children and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey Jefferson Howell II and Charlene Howell both of McGehee, Ark.

Jeff is survived by his two loving sisters, Deborah Howell Schwarz of Raleigh, N.C.; Michelle Howell Coffey of Louisburg, N.C.; four children, daughter, Sarah Howell Baty of Cabot, Ark.; son, David J. Howell and wife Stacy Howell of Magnolia, Ark.; daughter, Mary Heinze of Magnolia, Ark.; daughter, Molly Goddard of Okinawa, Japan. Also by 12 vibrant loving grandchildren and his longtime loving companion Rook, who sat next to him for the last 10 years.

Jeff was a free spirit, who lived his life to the fullest, making a lot of friends along the way. He never met a stranger, never passed a hitchhiker he wouldn’t pick up, and always had a great story totell, because he had lived such a life. There was nothing he loved more than his children and grandchildren. Jeff was surrounded with lifelong friends and family that had walked this road with him over his short life.

The family will be holding a private ceremony in his remembrance in McGehee, Ark. where he will be laid to rest. The family requests that in lieu of flowers or memorials that donations may be made to Morehouse Challenge 12139 Old Bonita Road, Bastrop, La., 71220, a faith based non-profit solution so that others may be set free. In the end we remember “It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found.’” (Luke 15:32 ESV).

Please visit www.ARcremation.com to sign the online guest register.

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MARVELL - Services for Mary Catherine Foran, 93, of Marvell are 2 p.m., Saturday, Turner Baptist Church, Turner. Visitation: 1-2 p.m., Saturday. Burial: Turner Cemetery. Survivors: five children, eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, two sisters, several nieces and nephews. Services directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Online guest book www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MAYFLOWER - Tina Diane Hooks Slayton, 48, of Mayflower,died March 21, 2012. She was born October 12, 1963, in Conway, Arkansas, to the late Bruce and Lillie Mae (Hall) Hooks.

Tina is survived by a daughter, Amy (Ogden) Berry ofMayflower; a son, Brandon Slayton of Mayflower; six brothers, Robert Hooks, of Mountain View, Bruce F. Hooks Jr., Jerry Hooks, Bobby Hooks, Tommy Hooks and Jimmy Hooks all of Mayflower; two sisters, Renee Washam and Jeanette Sellers, both of Mayflower; three grandchildren, Brianna Berry, Hunter Berry and Jennifer Berry; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2012, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, in Conway. Tina’s funeral service will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 25, 2012, in the Chapel of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, with Bro. Danny Ward officiating. Burial will follow in Mayflower Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Greg Ward, Danny Rogers, Allen “Puddin” Washam, Shawn Hooks, Josh Berry and Jody Berry. Honorary Pallbearers will be George Rice, Eric Banaszak, Barry Pettie and Jerry Hooks.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home-Conway 327-7727. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Mildred Linna Hauser, age 96, of Mountain Home, died Monday. Graveside Service: 2 p.m., Saturday, Elmwood Cemetery, Litchfield, Illinois. Survivors: daughter: Cynthia Fudoli; son: Reverend Martin Hauser; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Roller Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Elbert E. “Gene” Koonce, age 85, of Mountain Home formerly of Arkadelphia passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012 at Pine Lane Therapy & Living Center. He was born April 6, 1926 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Elbert and Amy ( Hammell) Koonce.

Mr. Koonce enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 17 and served in the Pacific Theater during WWII and was wounded on Okinawa, he then served in North China before returning to the United States. After graduating from college he was recalled to active duty by the Marine Corps and served in Korea. He participated in the Inchon Seoul, Chosin Reservoir and South Central Korea Campaigns. He received several Purple Hearts. After returning to the United States and being discharged, he became a special agent for the FBI. He retired as the reduction superintendent of Reynolds Metals Company in Portland, Oregon. He married Bernice G. Gillihan May 30, 1958 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mountain Home, Twin Lakes Golf Club, Twin Lakes Marines, Purple Heart Association, Twin Lakes DAV, North Central Arkansas Veterans Council American Legion Post #52 and Ozark VFW Post #3246.

Mr. Koonce is survived by his wife: Bernice Koonce of Mountain Home, a son: Gerald Koonce and wife Myrna of Little Rock, Arkansas, three daughters: Wilma Keller and husband John of Little Rock, Arkansas, Janice O’Neal and husband Doyle of Mt.Ida, Arkansas and Amy Schmidt and husband Justin of Vancouver, Washington, grandchildren: Tucker Doyle O’Neal, Robert Keller, Perry Keller, Austin Dubay, Logan Schmidt, Annika Schmidt and Landon Schmidt and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son: Robert, three sisters and his first wife: Patricia.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2012 at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Ludwig officiating. Interment will be in Baxter Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Baxter House Adult Day Care, P.O. Box 932, Mountain Home, Arkansas 72654. Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home. Visit our online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Jimmie Wayne Marler, age 60, of Mountain Home, died Tuesday. Funeral Service: 10 a.m., Saturday, Roller Funeral Home Chapel; interment: Kirby’s Tucker Memorial Cemetery. Survivors: wife: Velma Marler; parents: Isaac and Pearl Marler; sons: Greg and Brad Marler; five grandchildren; sister: Linda Plumlee. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Henry Allen Richardson, age 82, of Mountain Home, died Tuesday. Survivors: wife: Judith Richardson; two sisters; two brothers. Arrangements by Roller Funeral Home will be private. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Barbara “Sue” Verzal, age 80, of Mountain Home, died Thursday. Survivors: husband: Gerald “Jerry” Verzal; son: William “Dean” Warner; a brother; stepchildren; step grand- and great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Roller Funeral Home will be private. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Clauselle Drewry, 90, of Russellville died Thursday at Legacy Heights Nursing and Rehab in Russellville. Survivors: daughter, Rebecca Hill, sister, Alliene Daniel, three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Services: 2 p.m., Monday at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall. Burial: Pleasant Grove Cemetery near Marsena. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com ..———◊———

SALESVILLE - Randy Bench, age 44, of Salesville, died Sunday. Funeral Service was Friday, March 23, 2012, at Norfork First Baptist Church. Interment: Burnt Schoolhouse Cemetery. Survivors: son and daughter: Dylan and Emily of Salesville; mother: Carol Whitehead. Roller Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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SEARCY - Hermina Moser, 71, of Searcy, passed from this life on March 22, 2012. She was born April 5, 1940 in Austria to the late Paul and Maria Pfister.Private cremation arrangements are entrusted to Roller-Daniel Funeral Home, Searcy, Arkansas. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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SEARCY - Robert Earl Norman, age 89, left us to be with the Lord on March 22, 2012. He was born October 16, 1922, in Hickory Plains, Arkansas, to Franklin Oscar Norman and Gertrude WatersNorman who preceded him in death.

Most of his childhood was spent on the family farm raising cotton and sorghum for molasses. They raised their own livestock andgrew their own vegetables. He always said they didn’t have much monetarily and they worked from sunup to sundown but they ate very well. He graduated from Des Arc High School and attended State Teachers College in Conway.

In 1942, he married Minna Lea Simmons Norman and they raised three children, Robbye Norman Ridout and James O. Norman of Searcy who survive him and Robert Wesley Norman who in death preceded his Father in 1989. He was also preceded in death by three brothers; Edward, Charles and Richard Norman, one sister Evelyn Norman and one great grandson, Crews Allen Smith.

Mr. Norman began his career with a John Deere Dealership, A.F. Horne Company, in Des Arc in 1945. He eventually came to own his own Deere dealerships, Norman Implement Companies, in Des Arc, Kensett, Augusta and Damascus which he operated early on with Wesley until his death and then for many years with his son, James, just retiring in July of last year. He received recognition in 2003 from Deere and Company for 50 years of service. Mr. Norman, having been the grand patriarch of a very large family for so many years has certainly passed the “work ethic” gene along to all of his children and grandchildren.

His work was his passion. He loved greeting his friends and customers at the dealership. After the death of his first wife in 1980, he married Carol Ann Nicholson Norman who survives him.

They were faithful members of First United Methodist Church first in Des Arc and then in Searcy. They were active members of the Murray Sunday School Class and the Tuesday Night Supper Club. Bob and Carol, avid Razorback fans, were contributors to the program and did not miss any games until Bob’s failing health caused him to miss. Carol continued to make the games whenever possible and he never missed a game on television.

Mr. Norman was a 33rd Degree Mason and was a member of White River Lodge #37 in Des Arc for over 50 years. He received his 33rd Degree in Masonry at the Albert Pike Temple in Little Rock in 2005.

Other than the above named, he is survived by a son-in-law, Wayne Ridout and a daughter in law, Cecily Norman both of Searcy. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; Kristen (Kirk) Smith and Ross Norman (Betsy) Ridout of Searcy, Kari(Mark) Rockwell of Paragould, J.O. (Tamra) Norman of Little Rock, Andrew (Janelle) Norman of Tulsa, Rachel (Adam) Van Lear of Austin, and Christopher (Amy) Norman of Houston. Greatgrandchildren surviving are: Zeke Ridout of NYC; Rivers, Rees and Rooke Ridout, Colton and Carlyn Smith all of Searcy; Blakely and Barrett Adams and Brooke and Benjamin Rockwell of Paragould; Trey and Addison Norman of Little Rock; Hadley Norman of Tulsa; Harper Van Lear of Austin; and Kyle, Austin and Kendal Norman, of Houston. He is also survived by brothers and sisters in law, Bea Norman of Des Arc, Rosemary Fortenberry, Larry Nicholson and J.D. Nicholson of Newport, Betty and George Doty of Conway and Sammy Byford of Wilson.

Visitation at Garth Funeral Home in Des Arc will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday March 25. A reception will be held at First United Methodist Church in Searcy on Monday at 1:00 and the service will follow at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, 304 N. Main in Searcy, or First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 498 in Des Arc. Online guest register www.garthfuneralhome.com.

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VILONIA - Julie Elaine Garrison McBee, 29, of Vilonia, went to be with her Lord on Thursday,March 22, 2012. She was born May 22, 1982, in Little Rock to Ralph and Jan Garrison. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Vilonia.

She was preceded in deathby her grandparents, Paul and Ruie Garrison of Vilonia and Reed and Dorothy Luck of Beebe. She is survived by her parents, her son Noah McBee and daughter Lily McBee, all of Vilonia, and one sister Nicole Bond (Travis) of Cabot.

Julie loved life, her children, family and friends. She expressed her love through art and leaves her work for us to cherish. Her smile lit up the room, her contagious laughter lifted our spirits. She will be missed, but her memory will always be with us.

We struggle trying to understand why our little girl left us so soon. In our numbness and disbelief we sit and try to find an answer. Then, when it seems to be falling apart, calmness enters our midst. God is here soothingour hearts, showering us with His love and letting us know He is in control. He lets us know He knew what He wanted to do, for us as well as for our little girl. Our faith and peace rests with our Lord as He now walks hand in hand with our little angel. God is good!

Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, in the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Conway (501) 327-7727. The family will greet friends starting at 9:00 a.m. Monday until service time. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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WHITE HALL - On March 21, 2012, Estee Alexander Gober, 3,of White Hall, was granted her angel wings. She was born July 5, 2008, in Little Rock, daughter of Chance and Heather Glass Gober of White Hall.

Estee and her family havebeen members of Central Baptist Church and have recently joined First Baptist Church of White Hall.

Estee’s life would seem too short to many, but for those who were touched by her, understand that the quality of existence far exceeds the amount of time we had her with us. Her contagious smile, shrill laughter, bouncy blonde curls, and bright blue eyes could melt the hearts of those around her. She loved Jesus, flowers, dancing in the rain, her kitty cats and the color pink; but more than anything she loved her mommy, daddy and brothers.

Her eyes shone the brightest and her smile was the biggest when she was with her family. She enjoyed her time with mommy getting her nails done, shopping and playing dress-up. She loved to imitate her mommy when she cared for her baby dolls. She adored her daddy and loved riding 4 wheelers with him. The sound of her laughter was never more prevalent than when she was playing with the brothers she loved and idolized. She loved swinging on the tire swing with them and sneaking their cell phones to play games. She shared a love of dancing with her cousin Paige. Story time with her brother Zach was a daily time she looked forward to. It was not unusual to see her dressed in her princess dress catching tadpoles with her brothers.

Her presence completed this family. Each day was a blessing. Her parents were so proud of her. From her earliest days at home, to her last moments here with them, she made them feel like luckiest parents on Earth. With Estee’s passing we remind others that her life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss her every day, especially her smile, she will always remain forever in our hearts. Estee leaves behind many family members and friends who will continue to think of her daily, love her always and hold her close to heart. She is with us in the wind and on the rainbow in the sky. She did not go alone, a part of us with went her. Whatever Estee was to each person who knew her, she still is. Call her by her name, speak to her as we always have. Laugh at the memories of her silly little escapades. Though she cannot be seen, she is still with us.

The family wishes to thank the community as well as across the nation for coming together in love and harmony in remembrance of Estee’s life. Estee’s daddy asks that everyone continue to pass forward the love that Estee had for everyone.

Survivors include her loving parents; three brothers, Zach Gober of Monticello, Clay Gober and Jack Gober, both of White Hall; grandparents; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at First Baptist Church of White Hall with Reverend Paul Williams and Reverend Allen Elkins officiating. Burial will follow in Drake Cemetery in Star City with Reverend Frank Matchett officiating by Ralph Robinson & SonFuneral Directors. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 3-5 p.m. at Robinson’s.

Memorials may be made to the Estee Gober Memorial Fund, c/o Simmons First National Bank. Online register: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

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GAINESVILLE, Mo. - Dorothy C. Nienow, age 95, of Gainesville, Missouri, died Wednesday. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday at Roller Funeral Home. She is survived by a daughter: Donna Klessig of Gainesville, Missouri, and a son: Allen Nienow of Janesville, Wisconsin. Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home. (870) 425-2161. Online guestbook:www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Sgt. Kevin Moseby, 28, Fayetteville, North Carolina, formerly of Parkdale, died Sunday, March 18. Funeral services: 11 a.m., Monday, at the First Baptist Church. Burial in Zion Hill Cemetery. Visitation: 5-6 p.m., Sunday. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guest book at www.jones-hartshorn.com.