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INDEX 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, arkansasonline.com/obituaries/.

PULASKI COUNTY

Barbara Mae Adrow, 82, of Little Rock.

Hope Phaye Beasley, 60, of Little Rock.

Charlene Bonds, 81, of Sherwood.

Lorraine Buchanan, 78, of North Little Rock.

Nellie “Louise” Campbell, 85, of Sherwood.

William Arthur Creasman Sr., 52, of Little Rock.

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

Anthony Dean Goldsby Jr., 18, of Little Rock.

James “Jim” Herbert Green, 80, of North Little Rock.

Tommy W. “Jock” Grimes, 80, of Jacksonville.

Jennie Edith Hargett, 90, of Little Rock.

Joel Isaac Harris, 79, of Roland.

Mary Elizabeth Hennis, 86, of North Little Rock.

Ruby Lee Graves Jackson, 92, of Little Rock.

Joyce Joan “Joann” Kulpa, 79, of North Little Rock.

Bonnie Lee Liberty, 77, of North Little Rock.

Kitty Louise Wages Longstreth, 93, of Little Rock.

Wade Cooper Meeks Jr., 61, of Little Rock.

June Marie “Polly” Moser of Alexander.

Mary Frances Moton, 86, of Little Rock.

Earnest Leroy Porch, 60, of Jacksonville.

Kathryn Donham Rice, of 92, Little Rock.

Phillip Ray Walker, 65, of Little Rock.

Willie Mae White, 92, of North Little Rock.

Samuel Burton Wood, infant, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

AUSTIN Harold D. Grisham Sr., 79.

BATESVILLE Fred Harrison, 89.

BEEBE Dennis Evan Ball, 56.

BENTON Michael P. Hutcheson, 63.

Benard Ray Kirby, 73.

I.E. “Eddie” McCray Jr., 84.

BONO Shirley Williams, 74.

BRINKLEY Johnny L. Good, 68.

BRYANT Juan Manuel Monge, 64.

CALMER Kathryn Francille Young, 72.

COAL HILL Amber Hurst Norried, 36.

DARDANELLE Lee Ann Daniels, 60.

Ola Mae Richards, 90.

DEWITT Thomas Howe, 77.

EL DORADO Harold Sidney Diffie, 82.

EVERTON Audra Jones, 96.

FORT SMITH Cecilia Marie Montgomery, 88. HATTIEVILLE Walter L. Millsap, 89.

HEBER SPRINGS Christine Bates, 93.

Irene Mayfield, 94.

Lemual W. Newcomb, 79.

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

Bill R. Horne, 73.

HOT SPRINGS Harold Lloyd Clark, 80.

KINGSLAND Sylvester Hawkins, 66.

KIRBY Charlene Johnson, 91.

MAYFLOWER Judy Christ, 66.

MENA Joan Meade Tucker, 69.

PINE BLUFF Trarence La’Mar Franklin, 26.

Rachel Marie Blakley Heffner, 85.

Larry G. Parks Sr., 62.

Joyce Rogers, 75.

RUSSELLVILLE Lillie L. Johnson, 98.

Dorsey Light, 78.

SCRANTON Orel E. Snow, 91.

SPARKMAN James Edwin “Bo” Taylor, 75.

ST. CHARLES Dennis G. Holbert, 66.

STUTTGART Ronda Gayle Smith, 55.

SWIFTON Wilda Norraine Keton, 89.

VILONIA Julie Elaine McBee, 29.

WAYTON Summer Nicole Henderson, infant.

WHITE HALL Thomas J. Burton, 68.

OUT-OF-STATE

DUPONT, Wash.

Mary Lucille Archer Collins, 86.

Pulaski County

BARBARA MAE ADROW of Little Rock, Ark., was born Aug. 13, 1929, and passed March 19, 2012. She is preceded in death by husband, Clyotis Adrow; daughter, Betty Wright;son, Robert Adrow. Survived by two sons, Clyotis Adrow Jr., Charles Adrow; six daughters, Willie Mae Williams, Alice Armstrong, Rose Mary Adrow, Jo Ann McLittle, Shirley Greenwood, Trina Adrow, a host of other relatives and friends. Family hour will beTuesday, March 27, 2012, at Gunn Funeral Home Chapel from 6-7 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 28, 2012, 11 a.m. Gunn Funeral Home Chapel. Services are entrusted to Gunn Funeral Home, 4323 W. 29th, Little Rock, Ark., 72204.

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HOPE PHAYE BEASLEY, 60, of Little Rock, departed this life March 18, 2012. Family hour: 4-5 p.m., Sunday at Robinson Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service: 11 a.m., Monday at Greater Center Star Baptist Church, 800 W. 33rd St., Little Rock, Pastor Limmie Downs, eulogist. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust.” --◊--

CHARLENE BONDS, 81, of Sherwood, Ark., went home to be withher Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 21, 2012. Her loving survivors include: nine children, Robert Bonds, Alonzo Bonds Jr. (Velva), Angela Alexander, Martha Davenport (Aaron), KeithBonds, Nina Napier, Victor Bonds, Deborah Haynes and Jemal Bonds; three sisters; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and other loving relatives and special friends. A celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, 11 a.m., at St. Mark Baptist Church, 5722 W. 12th Street, Little Rock, Ark. Interment will follow at Rest In Peace Memorial Park, Hensley, Ark. Arrangements by: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St., Little Rock (501) 372-1305.

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LORRAINE BUCHANAN, 78, of North Little Rock died Friday, March23, 2012, in the care of Arkansas Hospice at St. Vincent Medical System in Little Rock. Born June 8, 1933, in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen Szybowski Szott. She wasmarried to Robert Buchanan in 1955. Laurie was retired from the Central Arkansas Library System where she was acquisitions clerk and a lover of books. Although reared on the South Side, she was a lifelong fan of the North Side Chicago Cubs. Laurie saw them play from Wrigley Field to Philadelphia to Phoenix. Laurie loved to travel, having visited all 50 states plus most provinces in Canada and a three-year stay in Hawaii. Married for 57 years, she was a quiet and reserved woman. Laurie’s family was her life. That included three sons, Keith and wife Karen of Fort Worth, Texas, Kevin and wife Cate of Dallas, Texas, and Kelly of Richmond, Va. In addition to her sons and daughters-in-law, she leaves three grandsons, Kyle and Kendall of Fort Worth and Alex of Dallas. She also is survived by a sister, Patricia Figurski of Crown Point, Ind. A member of Immaculate Conception parish of North Little Rock for 40 years, her funeral Mass will be concelebrated by her pastor, the Rev. Tom Elliott and the Rev. Thomas Keller of Carlisle at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Visitation will be 6 p.m. Tuesday followed by the Rosary at 7 p.m.at North Little Rock Funeral Home. Burial will be in Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Sherwood. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Arkansas, 201 Markham Center Drive, Little Rock 72205; Helping Hand, 1601 Marshall Street, Little Rock 72202; or St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, P.O. Box M, Carlisle, Ark. 72024. The family would like to thank the staff at the Lonoke Nursing and Convalescent Center who made her feel at home for nearly three years. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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Mrs. NELLIE “LOUISE” WINFREY CAMPBELL, age 85 of Sherwood,went to be with her lord on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, after a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of Joe and Sylvia Winfrey of Newport, Ark., born Aug. 30, 1926.

Nellie was anactive member of Cherrywood Missionary Baptist Church for more than 40 years and a lover of Gospel music. Her favorite things in life included: reading, baking, watching her “soaps,” Hawaii and visits from her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Charles and Billy Joe Raymond. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Gerald D. Campbell; daughter, Sylvia (Kevin) Hickey; three grandchildren, Reed Flocks, Connor Flocks and Ridge Hickey, all of Fort Smith; one sister, Peggy Olsen of El Dorado, Ark., and a special aunt and uncle, Bea and Orville Knopp of Newport, Ark.; brother-in-law, Karon G. Campbell of Boyce, La., and sisters-in-law, Margie Sue Farrar, also of Boyce, La. and E. Ann Purcell, of Sherwood, Ark. She also leaves to cherish her memory: many nieces, nephews and cousins, whom she loved dearly. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m., Monday, March 26 at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, located at 7724 Landers Rd. in North Little Rock. Funeral servicewill be at 1 p.m. following visitation in Rest Hills Chapel with burial to follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Parkinson’s disease Research. Please sign the online registry at: www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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WILLIAM ARTHUR CREASMAN SR., 52, of Little Rock departed this life March 18, 2012. Family hour: 5:30-6:30 p.m., Sunday and funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Monday, both to be held at Robinson Mortuary Chapel, Pastor Clarence Thornton, eulogist. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust.” --◊--

CARL WENDELL FLEMISTER JR., 50, of Little Rock, died Monday,March 19, 2012, while on vacation in Cancun, Mexico. He was born on Aug. 27, 1961, to Carl Wendell Flemister Sr. and Jeanette Conkin Flemister in Evanston, Ill. He graduated in 1979 from Northeast HighSchool, 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, Mo. 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 everchanging 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, Mo.; 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 with his 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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ANTHONY DEAN GOLDSBY JR., of Little Rock, Ark., was born onJune 8, 1993 and passed March 21, 2012. He is survived by mother, Rhonda Goldsby; father, Anthony Dean Goldsby Sr.; two sisters, Kenisa Dokes, Arielle Goldsby; one god-sister, Si’arra Bolten; ahost other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 27, 2012 from 1-6 p.m. at Gunn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be Wednesday March 28, 2012 11 a.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Church 600 N. Cedar St., North Little Rock, Ark. 72114. Services entrusted to Gunn Funeral Home 4323 W. 29th Little Rock, Ark., 72204.

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JAMES “JIM” HERBERT GREEN, 80, of North Little Rock, went to bewith his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 23, 2012. He was born June 24, 1931, in Jonesboro, Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Lula Green of Cash, Ark.; his first wife, BarbaraGail Green; and one infant son, Patrick Duane Green. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Helen Marie Green; three sons, Steve (Carolina) Green of Ward, Ark., Tim (Sandra) Green of Ward, Ark., Rick (Ila) Green of North Little Rock, Ark.; one stepson, Wayne Lowery of Sherwood, Ark.; and eight grandchildren, Cole Green of Beebe, Josh Green of Ward, Casey Green of Oak Grove, Jacob Green of Beebe, Brad Green of Cabot, Tyler Green of Cabot, Katelyn Green of Ward, Erin Green of North Little Rock; three step-grandsons; one greatgrandson, Jayden Green; one sister, Sharon Green; one nephew, Matt Whitney and wife, Heather of North Little Rock and a host of other family and friends, church members, and many employees he thought of as his family.

He was a graduate of Valley View High School. He graduated from Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, in May, 1951. Then he served four years with a tour of duty in Korea. Jim, along with his father-in-law, Cy Chapman bought Warden Oil in 1956 and established Green & Chapman Oil Co. He served as a deacon of Rose City Immanuel Baptist Church and the Church at Willow Beach. He was a great servant of the Lord. Through his testimony many were led to our Lord, Jesus Christ. Every day he would pray, thanking God for his family and for the salvation and safety of his employees. When leaving Dad’s house after a visit, his last words were always, “I love you.”

Memorials may be made to the building fund at the Church at Willow Beach, 11200 Hwy. 165, North Little Rock, Ark., 72117 (501) 955-7679. Services will be at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark., (501) 791-7400, Monday, March 26, 2012 at 1:30 p.m., with Brother Roy Tilley officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home Sunday, March 25, 2012 from 4-6 p.m. Burial will be at EdgewoodMemorial Park. Pallbearers will be his six grandsons; honorary pallbearer, Jack Estell. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

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TOMMY W. “JOCK” GRIMES, of Jacksonville, age 80, departed this life March 23, 2012. He was born June 12, 1931, in Ward, Ark. He served his country honorably for eight years, including one tour of duty in Korea during the Korean conflict in 1953. He married the love of his life, Joyce Collins in 1956 in Natchez, Miss. They raised two lovely girls, Tommie Annette and Pamela Jean. He spent 38 years employed to by ABF Freight Systems before retiring in 1994.

Left to enjoy his memory are his wife, Joyce; daughters, Tommie Annette (Bill) Timmons and Pamela Jean (Tommy) Lamb; granddaughters Sarah Annette Timmons and Jenna Michelle Lamb; and grandson, Michael Thomas Lamb, all of Jacksonville; and a large extended family of friends and acquaintances. He will be truly missed. He is preceded in death by his brother, Eugene (Gene) Grimes of North Little Rock; his granddaughter, Ashley Nicole Lamb; and grandson William B. (Brad) Timmons.

The family wishes to extend a very special thank-you to the VA Hospice/Palliative Care Unit for their care and kindness in our time of need. Memorials may be made to VA Hospice/Palliative Care Unit, John McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital, 4300 W. 7th St., Little Rock, Ark., 72205 (501) 257-1000.

Services will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at First Assembly of God Church, 221 North Elm, Jacksonville, Ark., with Brother Royce Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Park in Jacksonville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, March 26, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. (501) 791-7400. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

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JENNIE EDITH KING HARGETT, 90, of Little Rock, Ark., went to bewith her Lord on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. She was born Feb. 3, 1922, in Heber Springs, Ark., a daughter of the late Ernest Hammond and Mertie Evelyn (May) King. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, C. L. “Peanut” Hargett; a brother, Calvin King and a sister, Lucille Neugebauer.

Mrs. Hargett was dedicated to Tyler Street Baptist church since 1953; and was a Sunday school teacher, president of her Sunday school class and a member of the Progressive Supper Club. She was retired from Westinghouse, after 30 years of service. Her love for playing bridge was only outshined by her love of the Lord and her precious family. She was well known for her coconut cream and chocolate pies. She was a shining role model and inspiration not only to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, but all those who knew her.

Her legacy of love leaves her children, Barbara Hurley (Gerald), Joe Hargett (Janet), Mickey Hargett (Lynn); nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Bonnie Johnson Hanks, Dale Cook, Opal Sample, Ottie Mae Minton; and one sister-in-law, Vickie King.

The family will receive visitors between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m., Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at the funeral home. Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth. Burial will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park, under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, 5800 W. 12th Street, Little Rock, Ark., 72204. (501) 661-9111.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Mrs. Hargett’s name, to Tyler Street Baptist Church, 2100 S Tyler St., Little Rock, Ark. 72204. You may send the family messages of encouragement and comfort at Jennie’s online guestbook at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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JOEL ISAAC HARRIS, 79, of Roland passed away Thursday, March22, 2012.He was a longtime employee of Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Mr. Harris loved his family, cared about his friends, always had a smile for everyone, enjoyed gardening, loved country music,played guitar and was known for his “Johnny Cash Voice.”

Joel was preceded in death by one son, David Orie Harris; his parents, Carl and Ocie Harris; also by two sisters, Lois Fendleman and Carlene Foster. He is survived by his longtime friend and companion, Lorene Tester; three daughters: Christy, Linda and Janet. He is also survived by Elinor Harris, mother of their daughter, Christy; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one brother, James Harris, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel (501) 224-8300.Burial will follow at Kennerly Cemetery, Roland, Ark. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at the funeral home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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MARY ELIZABETH HENNIS of North Little Rock was born Dec. 31, 1925, in Hickory Ridge, Ark., and passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2012. She is survived by her son, Jerry Hennis and his wife, Sally, of St. Louis, Mo.; one brother, Bob Wright of Harrison, Ark.; and one sister, Sevilla Frazier, of Weiner, Ark.; her grandchildren: Peter Hennis and his wife, Roni, of Dewey, Okla.; Douglas Hennis of Eugene, Ore.; and Gregory Hennis of St. Louis, Mo., and is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Hennis.

She was a member for nearly 60 years at Park Hill Baptist Church and was known for her love of sewing, needlework and gardening. She was an avid reader who enjoyed reading to her grandchildren when they were young.

Services were previously held at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Memorial Park. www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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RUBY LEE GRAVES JACKSON, 92, of Little Rock, died March 22, 2012, at Chenal Heights Nursing Center.

Born March 11, 1920, she was a daughter of Basley Carl “B. C.” And Frances Elizabeth Neikirk Graves.

Mrs. Jackson was reared and educated in Pine Bluff, graduating from Pine Bluff High School. She attended Henderson State University. She was secretary to the Controller at Pine Bluff Arsenal for 25 years, retiring in 1975.

Mrs. Jackson volunteered with PTA, Girl Scouts, Pine Bluff Women's Center, and many charity andchurch organizations. She was a member and past Worthy Matron of Union Chapter No. 40 of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Jackson was a 52-year member of Lakeside United Methodist Church, serving on the planning team, and as Dean for Regional Schools and Christian Missions. She was instrumental in the funding and formation of a tutoring program for low-income children. She did workshops to help inform educators about racist and sexist biases in children's books. In 1976, Mrs. Jackson was elected to the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church. She worked in fundraising, appropriations and conducted workshops for officers of the United Methodist Women. Mrs. Jackson also trained officers of the Midwest and Pacific Regions of United Methodist Women. In 1997, she was awarded the Ethel K. Miller Award for Religious and Social Awareness by Hendrix College.

Mrs. Jackson was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; one sister. Survivors include one daughter, Kathryn Jackson Rand of Little Rock; grandsons: Patrick Neil Heird of Tampa, Fla., Noel David Heird and Benjamin A. Rand IV of Little Rock; great-grandchildren: Sierra M. and Avery L. Heird of Florida; and Elizabeth Catherine Alexandra Rand of Little Rock; cousins; nieces and nephews.

Memorial service 11 a.m. Monday, March 26, First United Methodist Church, Little Rock, conducted by Associate Pastor Mary Jane Cole. Funeral service at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Lakeside United Methodist Church of Pine Bluff with Reverend Pam Estes officiating. Interment in Bellwood Cemetery by Ralph Robinson & Son. Memorials may be made to: L. I. F. T. C/O First United Methodist Church, 8th and Center Streets. Little Rock, Ark., 72201, orAldersgate, 2000 Aldersgate Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72205. Pallbearers: Neil Heird, Noel Heird, Ben Rand, Carl J. Graves, Carl L. Martin, Robert R. Ellis, and Christopher Lee Ellis.

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JOYCE JOAN “JOANN” KULPA, 79, of North Little Rock passed awayThursday, March 22, 2012. She was a member of Levy Baptist Church and retired from M.M. Cohn. Joann’s greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed attending dancecompetitions with North Little Rock School of Dance, where she was the dancers' biggest fan. She was affectionately called “Nanny” by everyone.

She is survived by her daughters: Kelly Lee and husband, Tony, of Benton; and Karen Bowren and husband, Art, of Sherwood; four grandchildren: John Michael Fowler, Nick Bowren, Britt Bowren and Tiffany Lee; and two sisters: Betty Waller and Louise Buice. She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Kulpa; one sister and two brothers.

Memorials may be made to Levy Baptist Church, 3501 Pike Avenue, North Little Rock, Ark. 72118. Funeral services will be held at noon Tuesday at Levy Baptist Church. Burial will be at Edgewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170.Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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Mrs. BONNIE LEE LIBERTY, 77, of North Little Rock, Ark., formerly of Bee Branch, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Arkansas Hospice Little Rock, Ark. She was born March 8, 1935, in Bee Branch, Ark., to the late Emmett and Lura Annie (French) Graham.

She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Winfred Graham. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Davis (Dave) of Sherwood, Ark.; son, David Rogers of North Little Rock, Ark.; three grandchildren: Michelle Clark of Wichita, Kan., Julie Davis of California; and Justin Davis (Christy) of North Little Rock, Ark.; six great-grandchildren; and three loving sisters: Bernice (RB), Margie (Tom), and Opal (JR) all of Arkansas.

Graveside service and burial will be 2 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at Blackwell Cemetery, Bee Branch, Ark. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Ark. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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KITTY “MIZ KITTY” LOUISE WAGES LONGSTRETH, 93, of Little Rockwent to be with the Lord Thursday, March 22, 2012. Kitty was born Aug. 19, 1918, in Verona, Miss., to Ira Lee Wages and Martha Louisa Patton Wages.

Kitty and O.D. Longstreth metand married in 1937. They made their home in Little Rock, where she was a homemaker and volunteer. Kitty's volunteer service included Bible Study Fellowship, Campus Crusade for Christ-Hospitality, Visiting Senior at Franklin Elementary School, and a founding member of Fellowship Bible Church of Little Rock. Kitty devoted her life to mentoring younger women and young singles in the community and church. She was a prayer warrior dedicated to the Burning Bush prayer ministry at Fellowship and devoted to the young girls at Happy Hands School for the Deaf in Tegucigalpa, Honduras.

Kitty is survived by daughters: Zonola Volz and Kitty Braswell; sons-in-law: Craig Volz and Troy Braswell, all of Hot Springs Village; five grandchildren: Kitty Braswell Smith of Denver, Colo., Douglas Braswell of Little Rock, Catie Carter Rogan of St. Louis, Mo., David Carter of Sheridan, Wyo.; and Troy Braswell Jr. of Little Rock; 14 greatgrandchildren and a host of family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, O.D. Longstreth Jr.; her sisters, Monia Lee Wiseman, Geneva “Bo” Thomann and her brother, Emery Wages.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, March 26, at Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth, 5800 West 12th Street, Little Rock. The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Tuesday, March 27, Memorials may be sent to the Happy Hands Deaf School, Honduras, Attention: Rosie Stephens at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223. Kitty's online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com. --◊--

WADE COOPER MEEKS JR., 61, who was born and resided in LittleRock, Ark., passed away March 22, 2012. He was born on Jan. 13, 1951, to the late Wade C. and Helen Burks Meeks. He was preceded in death by his step-daughter, Holly Pizan. He graduated fromLittle Rock Central High, class of 1969. He was retired from Wonder Bakery. Wade was an avid sports fan, especially the Yankees. He was also an animal lover of dogs and horses and leaves behind his playful puppy Pippin and horse Kasi. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Julie Meeks; his aunt, Beverlee Lyons; sister-in-law, Linda Lowe Caillouet and husband Karl; niece, Michelle Lowe Caillouet; son, Cooper Meeks and wife Pamela; step-son, Michael Pizan; three grandchildren, Sarah and Katherine Meeks and Nicholas Pizan; and many beloved cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 27, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home (501)224-8300. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at Morning Star Cemetery in Hot Springs.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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JUNE MARIE “POLLY” MOSER of Alexander died March 15. Survivors include her children Andy Moser, Rose Samples, Debby Lowery. Pam Roberts, and Diane Moser Cochran and 14 grandchildren. Graveside services will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park with Rev. Wayne Preston officiating on Monday, March 26 at 3 p.m.

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MARY FRANCES MOTON (GRANNY GOOSE), 86, of Little Rock, Ark .,departed this beautiful life on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, to be with her Lord and Savior. She enjoyed a long and full life with her family and friends and will be missed by all.

She was preceded in death by both parents, Johnny Crutchfield and Pernella Johnson; two sons, Robert Fuller Jr. and Archie Mickles Jr.; daughter, Lisa Jacko; three grandsons, Medrick Mickles, Antonio Robinson and Jermaine Jacko; one sister, Ocie B. Bryant; five brothers, Robert Crutchfield, Freddie Johnson, Leo Johnson, Herman Crutchfield and Albert James Crutchfield.

Her loving survivors are: children, Charles Gooden, Johnny Mickles, Bruce Mickles, all of Little Rock, Ark., Arthur (Evelyn) of Fort Worth, Texas, Barbara Brown of Conyers, Ga., Gloria (Edward) Paige, Emma Mickles, Brenda (TJ) Brooks, Linda Mickles, all of Little Rock, Ark.; five sisters, Josephine Barron, Ora Whitehead, Corene Givens, Lorene Hines and Ruthie Harris; seven brothers, George Johnson (Verdie), Elvin Johnson (Ophelia), Horace Crutchfield, Theodis Crutchfield, Herbert Lee Crutchfield, James Earl Crutchfield and Charles Edward Crutchfield and a host of nieces,nephews and a NATION of grandchildren (47 grandchildren; 125 great-grandchildren and 72 greatgreat-grandchildren) too numerous to name!! She loved them all!!

Home going services Saturday, March 31, 2012, 11 a.m., at New Calvary Temple Church of God in Christ, 619 N. Hazel, North Little Rock, Ark. Visitation: Friday, March 30, 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Ruffin and Jarrett Chapel, 1200 South Chester Street, Little Rock, AR 72202 (501) 372-1305.

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EARNEST LEROY PORCH, 60, of Jacksonville, passed Sunday, March18, 2012. He was a member of King Solomon Baptist Church in North Little Rock and a Marine Corps Veteran of the Vietnam War.

His father, Rev. Charles “Billy” Porch, Sr. and three brothers, Andre Porch, Carl and Robert Barnes, preceded him in death. Cherishing his legacy of love, service, and determination are his wife, Anthony “Toni” of Jacksonville; daughters, Monica and Marsha Porch; grandson, Matthew Edwards all of California; mother, Lucille Porch of Massachusetts; step-mother, Mary Porch of Little Rock; siblings, Charles Jr. and Sean Porch of Little Rock;

Robert, Timothy, Raymond (Tracey), Dianne and Sandra Porch of Massachusetts, step-children, Demond (Rhonda) Ross and Shawna (Michael) Givens of Little Rock; mother-in-law, Cleo Zinamon of Atlanta, Ga.; special cousins, Leonard (Mable) Bynum of North Little Rock and William (Linda) Marshall of Sherwood; four step-grandchildren; and many other relatives. The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the staff of McClellan Veterans Hospital for the competent and compassionate care Earnest received.

Visitation: Sunday, March 25 from 1-8 p.m. at Watson Northcrest Funeral Home Funeral, 1801 Maple, North Little Rock. Services: 10:30 a.m., Monday, at King Solomon Baptist Church, North Little Rock. Interment: Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, North Little Rock. 501-812-5303.

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KATHRYN DONHAM RICE (Mrs. James H. Rice, Jr.), 92, died on Sunday, March 18, 2012, at Parkway Village Health Care in Little Rock.

Visitation will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W. Markham, Little Rock, on Monday, March 26,2012, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. A private burial will be held at Mount Holly Cemetery on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, followed by a celebration of Katy’s life at First United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. officiated by Rev. Michael Mattox. A reception will be held in the fellowship hall following the service.

Memorials may be made to the James H. and Kathryn Donham Rice Endowed Scholarship fund at Hendrix College, Conway, Ark. (Office of Advancement, Hendrix College, 1600 Washington, Conway, Ark. 73032) or to the Perpetual Endowment Fund at the First United Methodist Church in Little Rock (723 Center Street, Little Rock, Ark. 72201). Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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PHILLIP RAY WALKER, 65, of Little Rock, passed away Friday,March 23, 2012. He leaves to cherish his memory, children, Fabian Matthews, Freddie and Felisse Carroll; fiancee, Lottie Carroll; and a host of other relatives and friends. Professional servicesentrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 2408 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Drive (501) 372-4129. To sign the online guestbook visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com.

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WILLIE MAE WHITE, 92, of North Little Rock, departed this life March 22, 2012. Preceded in death by her parents Homer and Addie Wilbon; sisters, MagnaliaSmith, Mary Norrington, Opria Jackson, Rachel Hawkins;

brothers, Rev. Willie Wilbon, Aaron Wilbon. She leaves to cherish her memory: nieces; Norna Watson (Jacksonville) caregiver, Minnie Frazier (Pine Bluff), Deborah Hawkins ( Nashville, Tenn.); nephews, John Jackson, Roger Jackson (Little Rock), Rodney Jackson (Cabot), Johnnie, Henry and Don Trimble all of Little Rock, Eddie and Willie L. Norrington, 15 great-nieces and 16 great-nephews. Special thanks to the staff of Premier Healthcare and Arkansas Hospice. Visitation: 1-5 p.m., Monday, March 26 at Robinson Mortuary. Services Tuesday, March 27, 11 a.m., Gospel Temple Baptist Church, 2420 Wolfe Street, Little Rock. Eulogist Rev. Wilbon Trimble Jr. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com “Service You Can Trust.”--◊--

SAMUEL BURTON WOOD, infant, of Little Rock, passed away Feb. 19, 2012. Infant Sam is survived by his twin sister, Isabel Lorene Wood; his mother and father, Erin and Brett Wood of Little Rock; also, his maternal grandmother, Isabel Burton Anthony of Hot Springs, and stepgrandfather, John Ed Anthony; and by his paternal grandfather, A.B. Wood of Bierne, Ark. Sam was predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Barbara Wood, and his maternal grandfather, Stueart A. Pennington. Sam lives in our hearts.

A private service will be held in Hot Springs at Greenwood Cemetery in the Frank and LaRue Burton family plot. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the March of Dimes. Guests may register at caruth-hale.com.

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AUSTIN - Harold D. Grisham Sr., 79, of Austin died Friday, March 23,2012. He was born April 23, 1932, in Holland, Ark., to the late Lawson and Lillian Shaw Grisham. In addition to his parents, Mr. Grisham was preceded in death by an older brother, W.C.Grisham, as well as a grandson, Joshua Grisham.

Harold was a car salesman who loved to sell cars to his relatives and friends. He sold cars for Moore Ford in North Little Rock for 22 years, until his body wouldn’t let him beat that hot concrete any longer. Harold loved to camp, mow the big lawn and get a good Rummy or Spades game going with his grandchildren. He liked to watch a good western movie, especially ones that starred John Wayne, James Stewart or almost any of the good old stars. His family all loved him greatly. He will be missed.

Harold married Dolores Voss in Hector in 1952. They were married for most of 60 years. They have four children, Harold D. Grisham Jr., (Annette) of Cabot, Mark A. Grisham (Cindy) of Kansas City, Kan., Brian E. Grisham (Anita) of Cabot and Jodie Grisham of Ward; 12 grandchildren, Courtney Reeves, Casey Morden, Deana Annette Grisham, Adelle Goodman, Jennifer Brown, Matthew Grisham, Desiree Grisham, Alec Grisham, Brian Austin Grisham,Josh McNerlin, Tyler Troutman and Haley Troutman.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home. Harold was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon), Cabot Ward, where his funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, with John Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in 16th Section Cemetery in Austin under the direction of Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home and Crematory (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

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BATESVILLE - Fred Harrison, 89, of Batesville died Friday. Survivors: Son, Jim Harrison; daughters, Pat Rogers-Floyd and husband, Henry, and Janet Womack and husband, Bobby; sisters, Mary Field and Sis Rushing; seven grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Funeral: 2 p.m. Monday at Thompson-Wilson McCrory Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Woodman Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, 12:30-Service time. www.thompsonwilsonfh.com.

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BEEBE - Dennis Evan Ball of Beebe, went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2012. He was born in Pontiac, Mich., on Feb. 20, 1956.He was a beloved son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his mother, Geneva Ball of Beebe; two brothers, Lewis Ball of Beebe and Larry Ball and wife, Betty, of Romance; one sister, Deborah Thompson of Beebe; three nephews; and two nieces. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Lewis Z. Ball. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, March 26, 2012. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Westbrook Funeral Home in Beebe. www.westbrookfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - Michael P. Hutcheson, 63, of Benton passed away onThursday, March 22, 2012. He was born in Fort Smith, Ark., to Lafayette and Barbara Hutcheson on Oct. 1, 1948. Michael was retired from Simmons National Bank where he worked for over 30 yearsas an investment banker. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, gardening. He was blessed with a very mechanical mind and he could fix anything. His father preceded him in death.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of over 32 years, Sharon; his daughter, Stephanie and her fiance Michael Rorie; his mother, Barbara; his sisters, Colleen (Jim) Wilson and Kristi (Brian) Garner; his grandsons Landon and Hayden; and a host of extended family and friends, all who will miss him dearly.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday, March 27, at 2 p.m. in the chapel at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, March 26, at Griffin Leggett, 10200 Hwy 5 North, Alexander, Ark. 72002 (501) 455-1067. Please share your memories of Michael at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

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BENTON - Benard Ray Kirby, 73, of Benton, Ark., went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 23, 2012. He was born April 16, 1938, in Rosalee, Ala., to the late Tate Kirby and Corrine Dehart Kirby. He was an employee of Sears in their repair department.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by wife, Marlene Milam Kirby; sons, Greg Kirby of Little Rock, Steve Milam of Maumelle, Rodney Milam of Mt. Ida, Russ Milam of Bryant; daughters, Trecia Menke of Harrison, Laura Stanley of Frisco, Texas, Tammy Riley of Norfork, Ark., Mariann Cummings of Annapolis, Md., Pam Fagan of Little Rock; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; brother, Eddie Wayne Kirby of Cabot; sisters, Faye Carlisle of Hickory Plains, Joan Nichols of Beebe and Lorraine Ivey of Rogers.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Ark. 72209 (501) 455-5800. Interment to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

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BENTON - I.E. “Eddie” Mc-Cray Jr., age 84, of Benton, passedaway Saturday, March 24, 2012. He was born Sept. 8, 1927, in Little Rock to the late I.E. McCray Sr. and Rose (Wray) McCray. Mr. McCray was a WWII United States Navy Veteran and amember of the 1949 graduatingclass of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He was a local businessman and entrepreneur of Saline County for many years and a member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, LaNelle (McNeil) McCray and one brother, Jack McCray. He is survived by two sons, Ish McCray III (Jan) and Mickey McCray; three grandchildren, Ish McCray IV, Heather York (Paul), and Holly Mc-Cray; two great-grandchildren, Jaycee and Jarad York; two nephews, Jack McCray Jr., Kevin McCray; and one niece, Kristy Tellez; and numerous relatives and friends.

Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047) with a graveside service to follow at 3 p.m. at Old Rosemont Memorial Park with Pastor Richard Hamlin and Bro. Muncy Harris officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Ray Baxter, Jim Landers, Will Bearden, Jim Ed Stilwell, Lib Carlisle, and Fred Wray. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.

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BONO - Shirley Williams, 74, of Bono died on Friday, March 23, 2012, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She is survived by one daughter, Traci Simpson (Greg) of Jonesboro; two sons, John W. “Jackie” and Chad (Storey) Williams all of Bono. To view full obit go to www.emersonfuneralhome.com.

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BRINKLEY - Johnny L. Good, age 68, died Monday. Survivors include, wife, Regenia Good; children, Christian Good, Leontine (Doug) Thompson, Andrea Hester; brother, Ricki Good; sister, Rita Cox; and five grandchildren, Dean, Zachary and Ashley Thompson, Logan and Alexandria Hester. All services will be private. Arrangements by Rosewood Cremations, Morrilton.

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BRYANT - Juan Manuel Monge, age 64, of Bryant, Ark., fell asleep in death on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at his home in Bryant.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Ada, and their children, Albert, Michelle, Becky, Yolanda and Veronica. He is also survived by his mother, Teresa, and his brothers, Ivan and Johnny, and numerous grandchildren as well as other family and friends.

Juan was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and served faithfully as a zealous minister since his baptism on April 20, 1975. Juan was endeared to many due to his love of people and his active demonstration of his faith. He served as a full time minister, voluntarily spending over 70 hours each month assisting others to learn about the Bible. He also had an active role in the Southwest Little Rock Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, where he served as an elder. Juan will be remembered fondly by those who knew him as a warm, approachable person who wanted to help all those that he met. Juan’s faith and understanding of the Bible gave him a hope for the future - which many of his friends and family also share - of being resurrected to a paradise earth (John 5:28).

Memorial service arrangements: Monday, March 26, at 11 a.m. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 10412 Mabelvale West Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72022.

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CALMER - Kathryn Francille Wilson Young, 72, of Calmer died Friday.

Funeral services are 11 a.m., Monday, March 26, 2012, at Buie Funeral Home with burial in Rowell Cemetery. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday at Buie Funeral Home. Funeral by Buie Funeral Home of Rison (870) 325-6216. Online guestbook at www.buiefuneralhome.com.

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DARDANELLE - Lee Ann Daniels, age 60, of Dardanelle died Friday, March 23, 2012.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2012, at the Dardanelle Church of Christ. Burial will be in Brearley Cemetery in Dardanelle. Visitation will be open Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

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DARDANELLE - Ola Mae Richards, 90, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Survived by daughters Ruth Rhodes and Carolyn Horton; four grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; and four greatgreat-grandchildren. Services 10 a.m., Monday at Huson Funeral Home Chapel in Sherwood. Burial at Arkansas State Veterans’ Cemetery in North Little Rock. www.husonfuneralhome.com.

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DeWITT - Thomas Howe, 77, died March 23. Survivors include wife, Betty Jane Howe; children, Margaret Lehmann (Johnny) and Johnny (Lisa) Howe; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sons Jackie and Danny Howe. There will be a private family memorial service.

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EL DORADO - Rev. Harold Sidney Diffie, 82, of El Dorado, went home on March 23, 2012.

The family will only receive friends from 5-8 p.m., today at Young’s. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Arlington Memorial Park under the direction of Young’s Funeral Directors. www.youngsfuneralhome.com.

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HATTIEVILLE - Walter L. Millsap, 89, of Hattieville, passed away Friday, March 23. Survived by: sons, Bobby (Wanda) Millsap, Steve Millsap; sister, Myrtle Davis. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, Morrilton First Assembly of God Church. Visitation: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Monday, March 26. Interment: Elmwood Cemetery. By Bob Neal & Sons, Morrilton. Obituary/photo/ Guestbook: www.bobnealandsons.com.

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HEBER SPRINGS - Christine Bates, age 93, passed away Wednesday. She was a retired teacher and widow of Bill Bates. Survivors:Daughter, Cheryl Orr (Frank), Heber Springs; sons, Wayne Bates (Kay), Murray, Ky., Milton Bates (Jerry), Adamsville, Tenn.; brother, Milton Fanning, Nashville, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren. Memorial Services Saturday, April 21, 2012, First Baptist Church in Jackson, Tenn. Visitation at 2 p.m. and services at 3 p.m. Arrangements by Family Funeral Service, Heber Springs, Ark. www.dwightfamilytfuneral.com.

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HEBER SPRINGS - Irene Mayfield, age 94, passed away Saturday. Survivors: daughter, Helen Yoder, Greenbrier; son, Dean Matthews, Heber Springs; sister, Glenda Griffin, Poplar Bluff; five grandchildren. Visitation Sunday 5-6 and Funeral 6 p.m. First Pentecostal Church of Guy, Ark. Interment Monday 2 p.m., Morley, Mo. Family Funeral Service, 501 362-2088.

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HEBER SPRINGS - Lemual W. Newcomb (Dub, as he wasfinally known), age 79, of Heber Springs, fell asleep in death on March 15, 2012, with two of his sons at his bedside. He was born on Jan. 2, 1933, in North Little Rock. He was preceded indeath by his parents, Luther Lee Newcomb and Maude Bell (Rood) Newcomb.

Mr. Newcomb was a retired masonry contractor and had done a lot of work in the Heber Springs area. He served our country in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Loving survivors include his four children, Mickie and Janet Newcomb of Missouri, Rickie and Kim Newcomb of Beebe, Ark., Regina and Roy Oates of Marshall, Texas, and Timothy and Pam Newcomb of Linden, Texas; one brother, Luke and Joyce Newcomb of Poway, Calif.; two sisters, Lily Raper of Benton and Patsy and G. W. Garner of Heber Springs; 15 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.Mr. Newcomb is also survived by other relatives and his many friends. Memorials may be made to Hospice. Due to an illness in the family, a memorial service is planned at a later date. www.olmstead.cc.

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HELENA-WEST HELENA - Dr. John Henry Barrow Jr., MD, age 90, of Helena, Ark., 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, Ark.

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, March24. Services will be Sunday, March 25, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Helena, Ark., at 4 p.m.

In Lieu of flowers the family would like to request donations be made to United Methodist Church of Helena, Ark., 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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HELENA-WEST HELENA - A memorial service for Rev. Bill R. Horne, 73, of West Helena will be 11 a.m., Monday, Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, West Helena. Survivors: Wife, four children, five siblings, host of nieces and nephews.

Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Online guest book www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Harold Lloyd Clark, 80, of Hot Springs went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 22, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father, Eldie Clark; mother, Dovie Clark; his sister, Elda May Presnall; and his nephew, Marcus Franklin Allen.

He is survived by his niece, Jennifer Lynn Austin; his nephew, Jeff Presnall; his great nieces, Lindsey Hendrick and Kaylen Presnall; and great-great nieces and nephews that he loved hearing about on a daily basis.

Harold served in the military for 18 years and served in the Korean War. He was a horse trainer and loved animals. Harold had a caring heart and strong mind. His family will miss him greatly but are comforted in knowing he is with his family in Heaven.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to an animal shelter to honor Harold’s love for animals. Guest register is www.caruth-hale.com.

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KINGSLAND - Sylvester Hawkins, 66, of Kingsland died Wednesday. Survivors: wife, Margie; children, Kenny, Tierra, Danette Hawkins, LaTreece Jones; siblings, Albert Flossie Hawkins, Dorothy Miller, Elizabeth Jolly.

Visitation Monday, 1:30-3 p.m., P.K. Miller Funeral Home Pine Bluff, 5-6:30 p.m. Marks Funeral Home, Fordyce. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m. First Baptist Church Kingsland.

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KIRBY - Charlene Johnson, age 91, of Kirby, died Saturday. Graveside services will be Monday, 2:30 p.m., in the Bear Creek Cemetery under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Visitation will be Sunday, 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

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MAYFLOWER - Judy Christ, 66, of Mayflower passed awayon March 22, 2012, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born on Feb. 12, 1946. She is survived by her sons Larry and Janet Christ of Paris, Texas, Jimmyand Sherri Christ of Mayflower and Tim Christ of Sherwood. She is also survived by her six grandchildren who were the lights of her life and many more family and friends. Other survivors include brother, Ray Fields of Maumelle. She was preceded in death by her parents Thelma Warrick and Eual L.Z. Fields and two siblings, one sister Shirley Barton and one brother Ricky Lynne Fields.

A memorial service will be held at Faith Assembly of God in Conway on March 31, 2012, at 1 p.m.

Arrangements by Bishop-Griffin Funeral Home of Greenbrier. 501-679-4400 www.bishopgriffinfuneralhome.com.

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MENA - Joan Meade Tucker, age 69, of Mena, Ark., passed away Sunday, March 18, 2012, in Mena. Mrs. Tucker was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. No services have been scheduled at this time.

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PINE BLUFF - Mr. Trarence La’Mar Franklin, 26, of Pine Bluff passed away Saturday, March 17, 2012. Service will be Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Brown Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Darrell Martin at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Forrest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff. Online register: www.brownfuneralhomeandmortuary.com.

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PINE BLUFF - Rachel Marie Blakley Heffner, 85, of Pine Bluff passed away March 23, 2012. Survivors: Daughters, Carol Wyatt, Jeannine Templeton; son, Larry Brown; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 11 greatgreat-grandchildren.

Services, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Cranford Funeral Home of White Hall. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. (www.cranfordfh.com).

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PINE BLUFF - Funeral services for Larry G. Parks Sr., 62, of Pine Bluff died March 16, will be Tuesday, 1 p.m. Galilee MBC, burial P.K. Miller Cemetery by Perry Funeral Home.

Survivors, three children; two sisters; seven grandchildren; nieces; nephews; cousins.

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PINE BLUFF - Joyce Rogers, 75, of Pine Bluff, died Thursday, March 22, 2012.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, 10 a.m. at Forrest Park Assembly of God. Graveside services will follow at 2 p.m. in Promise Land Cemetery at Hamburg. There will be no formal visitation. Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Lillie Johnson, 98, of Russellville, Ark., died Friday, March 23, 2012 at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Russellville.

Funeral will be at 2 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2012 at Humphrey Funeral Service. Burial will be at Bowden Cemetery in Pottsville, Ark., by Humphrey Funeral Service. Internet obituary and online guest book are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Dorsey Light, 78, of Russellville, died Saturday, March 24, 2012 at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Russellville. Funeral will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Harmony Freewill Baptist Church in Russellville. Burial will be at Bowden Cemetery in Pottsville by Humphrey Funeral Service. Online guest book is available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

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SCRANTON - Orel E. Snow, 91 of Scranton, Ark., passed away onThursday, March 22, 2012 in Clarksville. He was born on April 12, 1920 in Dublin, Ark., to his parents Eleigh and Eva (Walker) Snow. He was the owner and operator of Snow’s barber shop in Little Rock for over 35years, a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Scranton and was a United States Army Veteran of WWII serving with the Battery A 413th Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion.

Orel is preceded in death by his wife Wilma (Stutz) Snow, parents, Eleigh and Eva Snow and three brothers William, Carl and Houston Snow. Orel is survived by two daughters, Judy Parks and husband Michael of Fayetteville and Jane Phillips and husband Donnie of Prairie View; one sister, Lorene Jones and husband Paul of Fort Smith; one brother, Russell Snow and wife Colene of Little Rock; eight grandchildren, Donnie Phillips Jr. and Bobbie, Jennifer Stewart and Joe, Jason Lipsmeyer and Crystal, Kevin Phillips, Joy Lipsmeyer, Jerel Phillips, Justin Lipsmeyer and Desarae and Brian Phillips and Lindsey; 12 great-grandchildren, Nicholas James, Bethany, Morgan, Ashley, Erin, Allen Ray, Christopher, Triston, Madison, Ally, Colbie and Ian and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Rosary will be held at 12:30 p.m. and visitation from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Scranton.

Fu-neral Mass will be held at 2 p.m., on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church with burial in Wares Chapel Cemetery in Dublin under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughters.

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SPARKMAN - James Edwin “Bo” Taylor, age 75, of Sparkman died Friday, March 23, 2012 in Little Rock. He was born Feb. 7, 1937 in Sparkman, the son of James Caldwell and Helen DeLaughter Taylor. (Bo still lived in the same house where he was born.) Bo attended the University of Arkansas and graduated from Henderson State University with a degree in chemistry. After graduation he worked with a seismograph crew in oil exploration in Texas, Oklahoma, and Wyoming. He resigned to come home and farm.Bo was active in Farm Bureau and soil conservation in Dallas County. He was a volunteer fireman where he served as chief for a number of years and was head of the Sparkman Cemetery Committee. Bo was an avid turkey hunter and enjoyed all outdoor sports. He was a member of the Sparkman United Methodist Church for 66 years where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for many years.

Bo was preceded in death by a nephew, John Taylor. Survivors include one brother, Dr. George D. Taylor and his wife Jeannie of Frisco, Texas; one nephew, Benjamin Taylor of New York City; one niece, Jennifera Taylor Gunnin and her husband, Mark of Dallas, Texas; one great-nephew, John Charles Gunnin; one great-niece, Mary Grace Gunnin, several cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday in the Sparkman United Methodist Church with Royce Savage and Robert Langley officiating. Burial will be in the Sparkman Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m., Sunday at the Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home in Arkadelphia. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sparkman United Methodist Church c/o Opal Taylor or the Sparkman Cemetery Fund c/ o Patricia Wright. Sign online guest book at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

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ST. CHARLES - Dennis G. Holbert, 66, of St. Charles, Ark., died Thursday, March 22, 2012. He was born Dec. 27, 1945, in Nogales, Ariz., to William Sam Holbert and Elouise A. Holbert. He was a farmer and served his country during the Vietnam War.

Dennis is survived by one sister, Peggy Rogers of St. Charles; niece, Sharon Stumbaugh and nephews, Mike and Rayburn Berry of Sheridan; nephew, Joel Rogers of St. Charles; Kayleen Cunningham, primary caregiver along with Rixie Bolton and Winona Weathers. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Linda Berry.

Memorial services will be held Tuesday, March 27 at St. Charles Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice or St. Charles Methodist Church.

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STUTTGART - Ronda Gayle Smith, 55, Stuttgart, Ark., died on March 22, 2012. Survivors include her husband; mother; three children; three sisters and eight grandchildren.

Visitation is 5-8 p.m., Monday, March 26, Stuttgart Holiness Church, with service at 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 27, Stuttgart Holiness Church. Arrangements by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.

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SWIFTON - Wilda Norraine Keton, 89, of Swifton died Friday.

Survivors: Children, Taylor Keton, Fred “Butch” Keton, Peggy Alexander, and Erma Bailey; brother, John Henry Hayden; sister, Naoma Rundell; 10 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren.

Funeral: 10 a.m. Monday, Swifton Church of Christ. Interment: Arnold Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Arrangements: Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh.com.

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VILONIA - Julie Elaine Garrison McBee, 29, of Vilonia, went to bewith 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 smilelit 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 soothing our 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 a.m., Monday until service time.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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WHITE HALL - Thomas J. Burton, 68, a resident of White Hall, died Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Drew County Memorial Hospital in Monticello. Born April 11, 1943, in Little Rock, he was a son of Claude and Helen Kulbeth Burton.

Mr. Burton was reared and received his early education in Little Rock. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Thomas James Burton married Pamela Dice Corley on Sept. 3, 1994, in Pine Bluff. Mr. Burton was a tool-and-die maker for the Pine Bluff Arsenal until his retirement.

Mr. Burton was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Pam Burton of White Hall; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Kenny Wine of Little Rock; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas J. Burton Jr. and Leah; daughter, Leslie Hopson of Jefferson; six grandchildren, Josie Wine, Mallory Wine, Braxton Burton, Landon Bell, Drew Hopson, and Noah Hopson; one sister and brother-in-law, Nancy and Jack Morrison of North Little Rock; one brother and sister-in-law, Robert (Bob) and Ann Burton of Akron, Ohio.

The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2012, in the Chapel of Ralph Robinson & Son with Pastor Richard Dice officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery by Ralph Robinson & Son. Online register at: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

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DuPONT, Wash. - Mary Lucille Archer Collins, a recent resident ofDuPont, Wash., and formerly of Little Rock, Ark., died Feb. 22, 2012. She was born Aug. 6, 1925, to George Thornton Archer Sr. and Irma John Ray Archer.

She was a Cum Laude graduate of Little Rock Sr. High in 1942. Mary graduated with honors from St. Vincent School of Nursing in January 1946 and was a Registered Nurse. She worked at hospitals in Wellesley, Mass., and St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock. She later worked with her husband in the real estate, insurance and construction businesses while raising their family. As the youngest of five children, Mary devoted many years caring for elderly parents and siblings. She was also a wonderful grandmother to her six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mary was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Little Rock for 34 years where she taught Sunday School. From 1979 until 2009, she was a member of Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Col. (USA Ret.) James M. Collins; her parents; two brothers, Bill and George Archer; and two sisters, Jean Archer Holmes Finton and Marian Ray Archer Meachum. Her survivors include her two sons, Major General (USA Ret.) James M. Collins Jr. (Linda) of Steilacoom, Wash., and Dr. Charles M. Collins (Sheila) of Portsmouth, R.I.; grandchildren, CPT Andy Collins (Julia) of Tacoma, Wash., Lauren Collins of Olympia, Wash., Charles Michael Collins of Newport, R.I., John Corey Collins of Sunny Isles Beach, Fla., James Conor Collins of Newport, R.I., and Cadet Mary Kathryn Collins of West Point, N.Y.; great-grandchildren, Claire and Noah Collins of Tacoma, Wash.; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Her funeral will be held Friday, March 30, 2012, at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock. Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501) 224-8300.

Memorials may be made to the James M. and Mary A. Collins Worship Endowment at the PHUMC Foundation, 4823 Woodlawn Drive, Little Rock, Ark. 72205.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.