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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

Billie Mae Berry, 90, of Little Rock.

Frances Jane Krutz, 86, of Little Rock.

Johnnie Margaret Allison Moum, 91, of Little Rock.

Edward Ray Peterson, 78, of Little Rock.

Rick Redden, 63, of Little Rock.

Beth Ann Rutledge, 46, of Little Rock.

Charles Schuh Tenney, 73, of Little Rock.

Gloria Finch Cunningham Thomas, 66, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

ADONA Robert Dail, 58.

ARKADELPHIA Aden Tristian Bailey, infant.

ATKINS Larry Marvin Krening, 65.

AUSTIN Loretta “Sue” Staires, 74.

BATESVILLE Charles Long, 77.

BEARDEN Billie Ray Flint, 60.

BENTON Barry Lynn Partain, 53.

BLACK SPRINGS Charles Ray Brewer, 74.

CARLISLE Mildred Marcile Matlock, 79.

CONWAY Dennis Lynn Barnes, 64.

Georgia Anna Morgan, 101.

DeWITT Anna Mae Parker Tolbert, 89. DRASCO Todd N. James, 38.

FORDYCE Odie Brown Jr.

FULTON Evelyn Lucile Wilson, 83.

HARRISBURG Don Morgan, 77.

HOPE Doris Mullins, 99.

HOT SPRINGS Gladyce Rieser, 85.

JONESBORO Dorothy Hill Willis, 83.

JUDSONIA Bobby Gene Sherrill, 76.

LAKE VILLAGE Charles “Randy” Moore, 70.

McGEHEE Kevin Patterson, 40.

MENA David Crawford, 63.

MOUNTAIN VIEW Nellie Hall, 95.

PARAGOULD Marjorie Geraldine (Garner) Hicklin, 83.

PINE BLUFF Doug Mooty, 79.

RUSSELLVILLE Margie McNeese Thomas, 87.

SHIRLEY Brenda Jean Sowell, 66.

SPRINGFIELD Joann Tilley, 73.

ST. FRANCIS Martha Winchester, 76.

STEVE Thomas Verdell Cox, 80.

WHITE HALL Ruth Parker, 91.

OUT-OF-STATE

LOS ANGELES Enoch Fisher, 80.

POWELL BUTTE, Ore.

Clifford Palmer, 79.

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas Robert John (Scott) Farrell III, 84.

Pulaski County

Mrs. BILLIE MAE (MURPHY) BERRY, 90, Little Rock died March25, 2012. She was born September 19, 1921 in Arcadia, Louisiana and raised in Fordyce, Ark. She was retired from Dillard’s Department Stores in Little Rock and a member of Trinity Assembly ofGod Church in Little Rock.

Billie was preceded in death by her parents, Banks and Sallie Murphy, husband of 63 years, Elmer Jewel Berry, son, Gerald Berry, two half-brothers, three infant grandsons, and one great-granddaughter, Presley Marie Haywood. Survivors, granddaughter, Sherry Haywood and husband Scott, Benton; great-granddaughter, Jordan Haywood, Benton; daughter-inlaw, Shirley Ann Berry, Benton; and many friends.

Visitation, 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Ashby’s. Services, 2 p.m., Friday, Ashby Funeral Home Chapel. Burial, Pine Crest Cemetery. Ministers, Rev. Tony Jones, Rev. Carroll Brown. Pallbearers: Charles Stillwell, Dale Jones, Dennis Jumper, Relton Spann, Christopher Hayes, James Pierce, Doug Boydston, Joe Hastings. Online guest book at ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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FRANCES JANE (‘Miss Jane’) KRUTZ, 86 years old, died Sunday, March 25th, 2012. Born an Arkansas country girl, she became known as: ‘The Queen Mother of Arkansas,’ a title bestowed in honor of her long-time dedication to statewide charitiesand service organizations through her volunteer talents and toil. Always recognized for her regal bearing, welcoming demeanor and marinated-in-honey Southern accent, Miss Jane was a loving and beloved Christian. Coast to coast, when she gave speeches, her closing line was a sincerely meant message: “...Don’t let one of you miss a home in Heaven.”

Visitation will be hosted at Ruebel Funeral Home, (on West Markham in Little Rock) Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. A funeral Services will be conducted at Little Rock First Church of the Nazarene, (on Mississippi in Little Rock) Saturday at 3 p.m. Burial will be at the Vilonia Cemetery in Vilonia, Arkansas.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Little Rock First Church of the Nazarene, Arkansas Educational Television (AETN), or The Salvation Army. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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JOHNNIE MARGARET ALLISON MOUM, died March 27th, 2012.She was born in June, 1920 in Hattieville, Ark., the daughter of John W. and Eliza (Menees) Allison. Johnnie graduated from Morrilton High School and was a sales agent in Transportationfor American Airlines. She married the love of her life, Howard A. Moum, and they spent many happy years together traveling the world. Johnnie and Howard gave their support to many organizations including the Boy Scouts of America, the University of North Dakota, UAMS School of Nursing and UAMS Jones Eye Institute. The latest gift Johnnie gave was a bird aviary to Presbyterian Village for patients and visitors to enjoy for years to come.

She was preceded in death by her husband Howard Moum, her brothers James (Bill) Allison and JW (Jack) Allison from Morrilton, Ark. and sisters, Lois Allison, Lela Owen and Glenna Cowan of Morrilton, Ark. She is survived by three nieces: Ann Allison Harris, honoree niece, Jane (Cowan) Beasley of Little Rock, Ark. and Susie Stevens of Bend, Oregon; three surviving nephews: John H. Allison of Little Rock, Ark., Leonard Allison Cowan of Santa Cruz, Calif and Jack Allison of Morrilton, Ark. and her sister-in-law, Ruth Allison.Dear friends also helped care for Johnnie including Nancy and John Russ, Beth Eubanks, and Della Mae Gulmon.

The family would also like to thank the many caregivers at Presbyterian Village who gave Johnnie excellent care and treated her with love and respect. Gifts in memory of Johnnie may be sent to Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock, Ark. Graveside services in Morrilton will be held with date to be announced. Condolences to the family may be expressed at ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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EDWARD RAY PETERSON, 78, of Little Rock, passed away March 27, 2012. He is survived by his brother, Thomas G. Peterson and fiancee, Ola Mae Cloud of Lonoke; sister, Linda Kay Alvis of Warren, Ohio; and a host of other family and friends. Arrangements byLittle Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Peterson’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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RICK REDDEN, architect, died on March 27th, at Baptist HealthMedical Center in Little Rock following a yearlong battle with cancer. He was 63.

Rick was born in 1948 in Fort Smith. He attended the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville,was a Sigma Nu, and graduated from the School of Architecture in 1971. After University, he lived and worked in Zurich and London for three years. After returning home to Arkansas, Rick was an intern, was licensed and then practiced architecture at The Cromwell Firm until 1982.

Rick, Jimmy Moses and John Allison formed “Allison Moses Redden, Architecture, Interiors and Planning” in July, 1982. “Allison Moses Redden” evolved into “AMR Architects, Inc.,” and when Jimmy Moses and John Allison each began new firms, Rick remained as the founding member. AMR’s early architectural work includes Heritage East, Heritage West, Little Rock’s Fletcher Library, Little Rock River Market, War Memorial Fitness Center, and The Museum of Discovery. Later work includes Arkansas Capital Commerce Center, 300 3rd Tower and River Market Tower with developer, Moses Tucker. Rick loved his frequent trips to Russellville and Ozark for visits with David Moseley, Dr.Robert Brown and the University staff to work on campus design for Arkansas Tech University.

Rick loved playing and listening to music of all genres. He was a drum major in his Fort Smith Junior High band, played alto sax in a high school dance band, played the banjo, piano and guitar. Rick loved wine and loved to sketch.He lived in, worked in, designed for, and passionately loved downtown Little Rock.

Rick was predeceased by his mother, Rue Williams and his brother, Ronnie. He is survived by his wife, Soon Young and by his daughter from his first marriage, Kate East (Chris) of Little Rock. He is also survived by adopted children, Matthew and Hannah of Seattle Washington and by his father, Wayne, and his brother, Roger, both of Van Buren, Arkansas.

Rick’s family would like to thank his dedicated doctors Dean Kumpuris, Johnny Jones and Joe Beck and they know that Rick would send a special wink to his constant friends and caregivers Lee, Eleanor, Jimmy, Mary Lou, Bob, and the other members of the Pulaski Heights United Methodist Wesley Class who tirelessly supported him on this journey.

A celebration of Rick’s life will be Monday, April 2, 5:30 p.m. at The Museum of Discovery in Little Rock. To continue Rick’s initiative of adding trees to enhance downtown Little Rock, memorials may be made to” Sculpture at the River Market, 417 N University Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72205, with “Rick Redden Memorial Tree Fund” in the memo line. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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BETH ANN RUTLEDGE, 46, of Little Rock, born September 13, 1965 in Leslie, Ark. to Andrew and Eva Jackson, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2012. She was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Lytle. Beth is survived by her father, Andrew Jackson; mother, Eva Rios; ex-husbands, Joe Lytle and Jim Rutledge. She is also survived by a daughter, Whitney (Keith) Winn; sister, Mellanie (Nathan) Hall; two grandchildren, the lights of her life, Skylor and Zoey; and nephews, Chase, Cooper and Carter. A Memorial Service willbe held on Saturday, March 31, 2012 in Scotland, Ark. To sign her guestbook, please visit www.arkansasfuneralcare.com. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care, Jacksonville.

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CHARLES SCHUH TENNEY, 73, of Little Rock, passed away March 27, 2012. Born in Little Rock toMartin D. and Josephine Schuh Tenney, he was a U.S. Army veteran and owner of Tenney and Associates. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus and the Greater LittleRock Optimist Club. He enjoyed his volunteer work, especially as a Downtown Navigator. His favorite times were spent traveling, spending time with family and rooting for the Minnesota Vikings.

Preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Shirley Simmons, he is survived by his wife, Elaine Halvorsen Tenney; son, Charles “Chuck” Tenney and wife, Bridget; daughter, Michele Crouch and husband, Rob; brother, Martin Tenney and wife, Myra; sisters, Melba Swoyer and husband, Ken and Robbie Brannon; and three grandchildren, Jozie, Lainie and Maggie Crouch.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. Francis I.Malone on Friday, March 30 at 11 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, followed by interment with Military Honors at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock. Visitation will be Thursday evening beginning at 6 p.m., with the Rosary at 7 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.).

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Arkansas, 201 Markham Center Dr., Little Rock, Ark. 72205. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Tenney’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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GLORIA FINCH CUNNINGHAM THOMAS, age 66, Little Rockpassed away on Tuesday, March 27th, 2012, after a year-long battle with Peritoneal Cancer. She slipped away peacefully with her family at her side. She was born in Bradford, UK, February 9th,1946, the daughter of J.B. and Dorothy Finch.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Kyle and Son Mi Cunningham of Lawton, Oklahoma; her brother Fredrick Lee Finch and his wife Linda of Kansas City, Kansas, her nephew Brady Finch and her niece Christi and their children. She is also survived by her loving “second family,” Glenn and Diane Cunningham, DeAnn Shields-Marley, Sue McDonald, Ruth Craw, Catherine English, Kaye Lundgren, Beverly Maddox, Betty Danley, Jan Conine, Maybline Garner, Laurie Smith Prud’homme, Susan Elsworth, Sarah and Ruth Ward; and so many other good friends.

Gloria was a founding member of the D and D Book Club some 15 years ago. Throughout her illness she was sustained by the love and good humor members of the D and D brought to her every day of her valiant fight. The family is deeply appreciative of the loving support during her time of need.

Gloria recently retired from the University of Arkansas Little Rock as the Controller of The School of Business. She often commented that the day she retired was the second happiest day of her life.

A celebration of her life is planned for Sunday, April 1, 2012 at the Unitarian Universalist Church on Reservoir Road at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society.

Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

Arkansas

ADONA - Robert Dail, 58, of Adona, passed away Tuesday, March 27. Survivors: mother, Alma Beard; wife: Judy Dail; four sons; two daughters. Graveside services: 11 a.m., Friday, March 30, Old Hickory Cemetery, Hattieville. Visitation: one hour prior to service. Arrangements by Bob Neal & Sons of Morrilton. Obituary/photo/Guestbook: www.bobnealandsons.com.

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ARKADELPHIA - Aden Tristian Bailey, Arkadelphia, was born and died on March 23, 2012. Survivors: parents, Jessica Phillips and Gerrel Bailey; brother, Isaiah Johnson; grandparents, Eddie and Zina Bailey, Lawrence and Crystal Phillips. Graveside services Rest Haven Memorial Gardens today, 1 p.m. Services by Williams Funeral Home. Sign guest book at www.funeralsatwilliams.com.

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ATKINS - Larry Marvin Krening, 65, of Atkins, passed away Saturday, March 24. Survivors: brothers, Roger (Cathy) Krening, Stan (Darlene) Krening; sister, Diane (Ralph) Centell. Memorial services will be privately held by the family. Cremation arrangements by Rosewood Cremation of Morrilton. Obit/Photo/Guestbook: www.rosewoodcremation.com.

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AUSTIN - Loretta “Sue” Morris Staires, age 74, of Austin passed away, Tuesday, March 27, 2012. She was born October 27, 1937 in Rector, Ark., to the late William Grant Morris and Etta Lee McConnell Morris. She was a graduate of Greene County Technical where she played basketball, softball, and took business courses. She enjoyed bowling and was the 3rd Vice-President of Ventura County Bowling Association, and playedwoman’s fast pitch softball in Ventura, Calif. She also enjoyed crocheting, knitting, quilting, and embroidery. She was preceded in death by two brothers, and one sister.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years James Leland Staires of Austin, daughters, Suzette L. Pedler of Ventura, Calif., Shirlee J. Smith of Cabot, Ark.; grandchildren, Mrs. Jennifer D. and Patrick O’Neil of Virginia, Ms. Cynthia Brunick of Grover Beach, Calif., Lisa M. and Jonathan Abbey of Santa Paula, Calif., Stefanie A. Pedler of Grover Beach, Calif., Mr. Steven J. and Danane Roadinger, II of Norfolk, Va.; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Harold and Nellie Jo Morris of Florisant, Mo., Betty and E.J. Smith of Cabot, Ark., Bill Buchanan of Kennett, Mo., and nine nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Saturday, March 31, 2012 at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136. Funeral services will be in Paragould, Ark. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

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BATESVILLE - Charles Long, 77, of Batesville (Bethesda community) died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, Lottie Fay (Bell) Long; daughter, Larissa Hix; son, Leasul Long; grandchildren, Shannon Hix, Amie Bristow, Alexa Long, Landon Long. Graveside service: 10 a.m., Friday, Barnes Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home. Visitation: 5-8 p.m., Thursday. Memorials: American Cancer Society, 901 N. University, Little Rock, Ark. 72207. Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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BEARDEN - Billie Ray Flint, 60, of Bearden, died Sunday. Survivors sons, Bentley of Little Rock, Jamar, Michael Flint of Hampton; mother, Helen; siblings, Lee Tate, Tecole Goodwin, Cedric Thrower, Laraine Thompson, Mary Lambert, Angela Goodwin. Wake: Friday, 6-7 p.m., Marks Funeral Home, Fordyce. Services Saturday, 11 a.m., First Baptist Church, Bearden.

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BENTON - Barry Lynn Partain, 53, of Benton passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2012. He was born on October 4, 1958 to the late Clarence and Allie Virginia (Kelso) Partain Shepherd in Sledge, Miss. Barry was a builder by trade and was gifted with a musical talent that included singing and playing the guitar and piano. He loved the outdoors, fishing, boating and a good bonfire. He treasured his family and he will be dearly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Dorothy Gustavus and his granddaughter, Leeann Paulman. He is survived by his wife of over 30 years, Patricia; his daughters Laura (Robert) Miller, Ashley (Casey) Rush and Lindsey (fiance’ Jeremy Price) Partain; his siblings Larry Taylor, Kelly (Nancy) Taylor, Jane (Jerry) Madden, Andy (Debbie) Partain, Ronnie (Barbara) Partain, Delane (Anne) Partain, Rodney (Nancy) Christian and Jimmy Christian; his grandchildren, Rebecca, Kyle, Ty, Nicholas, Bailey, Xander and Conner and a host of extended family and friends.

A Celebration of his life will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 31 at Oak Hill Church of God, 97 SFC 309, Forrest City, Ark. 72335, (870) 633-7331. Pastor William Witcher will officiate. To share a memory or to order flowers or a gift for the family, please visit www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

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BLACK SPRINGS - Charles Ray Brewer, age 74, of Black Springs, died Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, in Davis-Smith Funeral Home Chapel, Glenwood with John Hall and Dale Howell officiating. Visitation will be Friday, 6-8 p.m. Interment will be in Murphy Cemetery. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

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CARLISLE - Mildred Marcile Matlock, of Carlisle went hometo be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 27, 2012. “Ceil” as she was affectionately known by her family, was born in 1933 in Hickory Plains, Ark. She was married to her loving husbandand minister, Roy Matlock, for 61 years.

She is survived by her husband; four children, Debra Young ( Randy) of Little Rock, Charlotte Hall (Mike) of Bryant, Gary Matlock (Donna) of Mount Vernon, and Tommy Matlock (Janis) of Beebe. She leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father; Henry “Hammie” Harrison; mother Mary (Kerr) Harrison, and brother Buford Harrison.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 29 from 6-8 p.m. at Boyd Funeral Home in Lonoke. Funeral services will be on Friday, March 30, 10 a.m. at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Carlisle followed by interment at Walter’s Chapel Cemetery. Arrangements by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

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CONWAY - Dennis Lynn Barnes, born March 19, 1948, in Long Beach, California, went home to Jesus, March 27, 2012. Proudly of Irish descent, Dennis had a successful career in the railroad industry, becoming their youngest officer at 21, and then moving on to become VP of a shipping firm before retiring in 2005. He also owned a successful restaurant in Mountain Home, Arkansas, until September 2009. A proud Republican, Dennis also belonged to various civil and political organizations.

Always a kind and loving man, Dennis will be sorely missed by family and friends. He is survived by Judith Fordyce, long time companion, fiance’e and friend; a son, Michael Barnes (Tracy) of Salem, Oregon; a stepson, John Stanley of Hot Springs; two stepdaughters, Cheryl Stanley and Erin Parker, both of Conway; one stepniece,Brenda Stafford of Hamburg; two step-granddaughters, Isabella Stanley and Sophia Dean, also of Conway; and Bridgie, his beloved 13 year old Boston Terrier.

Welcomed into Heaven by parents, Elmer and Violet Barnes, and stepson, Jacob Stanley, Dennis is finally at peace and in no pain.

A memorial service and life celebration to honor Dennis will be held in his home at 3183 Stacy Drive, Conway, Arkansas 72034, beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012. All friends and relatives are invited. The family would like to extend a special thanks the Critical Care nurses and physicians at UAMS, in Little Rock. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home-Conway 327-7727. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CONWAY - Georgia Anna Morgan, 101, of Conway, departed this life March 24 2012. Survivors, children, Thomas and Gordon Morgan, Bobbie Dewberry, Geraldine Smith. Funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday, Union Baptist Church, Conway. Visitation 3-6 p.m. Friday at funeral home. Interment Robinson Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Conway, Ark. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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DeWITT - Anna Mae Parker Tolbert, 89, of DeWitt died Monday, March 26, 2012. She was born September 20, 1922, in Van to Eston Theodore and Willie Emma Eason Parker. She along with her husband were retired caretakers of the DeWitt Fire Station and was also a seamstress, sewing for many people in DeWitt. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church where she was a very active member and long time President of the Auxiliary.

Survivors inclulde her sons: Richard Tolbert (Beverly) of Pope, Miss., Carl Wayne “Doc” Tolbert of DeWitt; sisters: Bernice Clemons of Pocahontas, Faye Criswell (Luke), Linda Johnson (Johnny), all of DeWitt; brothers: Bill Parker (Meryle) of DeWitt, James Parker (LaFern) of Broken Arrow, Okla., Steve Parker (Beverly) of Little Rock; sisters-in-law: LaValle Moore of Cabot, Betty Parker Brown of Benton; brothers-in-law: Homer Tolbert (Lois) of Benton, Joe Tolbert (Valeda) of Star City; grandchildren: Marty Tolbert (Lisa), Melissa Welch, all of Batesville, Brandon Tolbert of DeWitt; great grandchildren: Elizabeth and Carley Tolbert, Meredith and Hannah Welch, along with a host of nieces and nephews. She waspreceded in death by her parents, husband, Carl Tolbert, daughter, Vicki Lynn Tolbert, daughter-inlaw, Clarice Tolbert, brother, Ernest Parker, and grand son-in-law, Stan Welch.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 30th, at Unity Baptist Church with burial at Forks LaGrue Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. The family requests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or DeWitt Nursing Home.

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DRASCO - Todd N. James, 38, passed away March 27, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Lile and Cathy James. Survivors: wife, Crystal James; son, Cameron James; stepchildren, Nicholas Craig, William Cotton, Craig Cotton. Visitation: Thursday, 6-8 p.m., Olmstead Funeral Home. Service:Friday, 10 a.m., Olmstead Chapel. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery. www.olmstead.cc.

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FORDYCE - Odie Brown, Jr. departed this life March 20, 2012.He is the son of the late Odie Brown, Sr. and Catherine Tyler Brown. There will be a gathering of his family and friends, 1 p.m. Saturday, Fordyce High School Gym, Highway #79.Services entrusted to Hubble Funeral Home, 374-3134.

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FULTON - Evelyn Lucile Wilson, 83, of Fulton, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2012 in Hope, Arkansas. Visitation, Friday, March 30, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Herndon Pharr Funeral Home in Hope. Service, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1 p.m. in the Herndon Pharr Chapel. Online register book at www.pharrfuneralhomes.com.

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HARRISBURG - Don Morgan, 77, of Harrisburg died Tuesday in Jonesboro. He is survived by his wife, Donna, sons: Mark and Mike, daughters: Cynthia and Cecilia, two brothers, two sisters, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be at First United Methodist Church, Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Thursday, 6~8 p.m. at Jackson’s Harrisburg Funeral Home. Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 404, Harrisburg, Ark. 72432. Arrangements by Jackson’s Harrisburg Funeral Home.

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HOPE - Mrs. Doris Mullins, 99, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2012, in Hope, Arkansas. Visitation, Thursday, March 29, 2012, between 6-8 p.m. at Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home. Services, Friday, March 30, 2012, at 10 a.m. in the chapel at Herndon-Pharr Funeral Home. Online guest book at www.pharrfuneralhomes.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Gladyce Rieser, 85, of Hot Springs, passedaway Friday, March 23, 2012. She was born May 28, 1926, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Albert and Adeline Olsen Gast.

She was predeceased by her husband, Jack B. Rieser;son, David A. Sireno; brother, Robert Gast; and sister, Doris Gast Larsen. Survivors include a daughter, Dana L. Sireno of Hot Springs; son and daughter-inlaw, Robert C. and Jeanne Sireno of Port Byron, Illinois; sister, Jeannine Johnson of Kingman, Arizona; sister-in-law, Vicki Gast of Inverness, Illinois; two granddaughters, Tracey C. Mahoney of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Jordan Sireno Chance of Shreveport, Louisiana; three grandsons, Donald W. Mahoney of Colorado Springs, Sean D. Mahoney of Dallas, Texas, and Ryan A. Sireno of Port Byron, Illinois; three greatgrandchildren.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday at Gross Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 505 North Parkway, Memphis, Tenn. 38105 or Arkansas Hospice, 628 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, Ark. 71913. Gross Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Guest register at www.grossfunralhome.com.

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JONESBORO - Dorothy Hill Willis, 83, of Jonesboro, formerly of Marianna, passed away March 26, 2012. She leaves behind daughter, Beverly Seeman, and son, Leslie Willis; six grandchildren. Services will be Friday, March 30, 2012, at 1st Baptist Church in Marianna. Burial will follow in Marianna Memorial Park. Sign and view guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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JUDSONIA - Bobby Gene Sherrill, 76, of Judsonia, died March 27, 2012, at White County Medical Center. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home-Bald Knob. Services will be conducted Friday, 10 a.m., Powell Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home Bald Knob-Judsonia. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

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LAKE VILLAGE - Charles “Randy” Moore, age 70, of Lake Village, died Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Chicot Memorial Medical Center in Lake Village. He was born June 5, 1941, in St.Louis, Missouri, the son of the late Charles William Moore and Mary Elizabeth Pasour Moore and was a farmer, a U.S. Army Veteran and a Christian.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Lynn Williamson. Survivors are his wife, Janie Moore of Lake Village; three sons, Darren Moore of Owasso, Oklahoma, Bryan Edward Moore of Lake Village and James Allen Moore of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; a daughter, Andrea Gail Huskey of Monticello; two brothers, David Moore of Elaine, Arkansas, and Bill Moore of Strawberry, Arkansas; and seven grandchildren.

Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 30, 2012, at Bishop Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Scott Ricks officiating. Burial will follow in Jennie Cemetery under the direction of Bishop Funeral Home of Lake Village.

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McGEHEE - Kevin Patterson, 40, McGehee, Arkansas, died March 26, 2012. He was born February 26, 1972. Visitation held 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home. Services held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012, Griffin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Dark Corner Cemetery. Memorials: Kevin Patterson Account, McGehee Bank, McGehee, Arkansas. Arrangements: Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas.

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MENA - David Leroy Crawford, age 63, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away Monday, March 26, 2012, at his home. Graveside services will be Friday, March 30, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Gilead Cemetery in Rocky. Arrangements are under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW - Nellie Hall, 95, died March 27, 2012 in Mountain View. Survived by a daughter, son, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; three step-children, four step-grandchildren and five step-greatgrandchildren. Funeral service is 2 p.m. March 30, 2012, at Roller-Coffman Chapel, Mountain View. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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PARAGOULD - Marjorie Geraldine (Garner) Hicklin, 83, of Paragould passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 7, 1928, to the late James Earl and Gladys Irene Garner. Geraldine was a member of Eastside Baptist Church and loved flowers and reading.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Joe Hicklin; and brother, James Jr. Garner. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, David Joe and Regina Hicklin of Paragould and Chris and Cindy Hicklin of North Little Rock; daughters and sonsin-law, Sherri and Randy Smith of Paragould, Karen and Jerry Beebe of Gran Blanc, Michigan, and Barbara and Ronnie McAlexander of Lebanon, Missouri; sister, Valicia “Garner” Cloyes; 10 grandchildren, Missy Beebe-Sain, Kristin Neibert, Jeff Beebe, Denise Goode, Debbie Carter, Ronda Dennis, Becky Hicklin, Brett Hicklin, Tyler Smith, and Megan Smith; 16 great-grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren.

The family would like to thank special nephew and niece, Larry and Brenda Garner. Pallbearers include Tyler Smith, Brett Hicklin, Randy Smith, Greg Goode, Ray Noel and Ryan Flanrey. Honorary pallbearers will be Becky Hicklin, Debbie Carter, Megan Smith, Ronda Dennis, and Denise Goode.

Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Thursday, March 29, 2012, at Phillips Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2012, at the Center Hill Chapel of Phillips Funeral Home with Jason Noel officiating. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery. Online register: www.phillipsfuneral.net.

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PINE BLUFF - Doug Mooty, 79, of Pine Bluff, died Sunday. Survivors: daughters, Terri Leonard and Cheryl Diane Mooty; son, Mike Mooty; sister, Johnie Beason; grandchildren, Jeremy Mooty and Danny Joe Wiley Jr.; and two great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Friday, Robinson’s Chapel. Burial: Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at Robinson’s. www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Margie Mc-Neese Thomas, 87, of Russellville, died Tuesday. Funeral is 10 a.m., Friday at the Shinn Chapel with burial in Rankin Cemetery in Russellville, by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials: Alzheimer’s Association. Online obituary/ guestbook: www.shinnfuneral.com.

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SHIRLEY - Mrs. Brenda Jean Sowell, 66, of Shirley, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, son, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and four brothers. Graveside Service 2 p.m., Friday, March 30, 2012 at Weaver Cemetery Shirley, Arkansas. Arrangements Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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SPRINGFIELD - Joann Tilley, age 73, Springfield, passed away Monday, March 26, 2012. She was the wife of William Eugene Tilley. Graveside services will be 3 p.m., Thursday, March 29, at Adams Cemetery with visitation beginning at 2 p.m. at the cemetery. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

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ST. FRANCIS - Martha Winchester, 76, of St. Francis, Ark., died Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Her children; Roger Winchester of Paragould and Anne Winchester of St. Francis survive. Services are 11 a.m., Friday, March 30, at Hoggard and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Piggott with Randy Deprow officiating. Visitation is 6 p.m., Thursday.

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STEVE - Thomas Verdell Cox, age 80, of Steve passed away Sunday, March 25, 2012. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 29, 2012 at Nooner Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. before service. Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. Online condolences and guestbook at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com.

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WHITE HALL - Ruth Parker, 91, of White Hall, died Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at White Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Parker was born April 26, 1920, in Tillman, Louisiana, to the late Alfred L. and Ada Goleman O’Neal. She was reared and received her early education in Tillman, graduating from Fairview High School in 1937.

Ruth O’Neal married Frank E. Parker on December 22, 1938, in Leesville, Louisiana. They moved to Pine Bluff in 1958. Mrs. Parker was a homemaker and a member of White Hall United Pentecostal Church, where she had served as church secretary for many years.

She is survived by four sons, George E. Parker of Star City, Bobby D. Parker, Danny L. Parker, and Patrick E. Parker, all of Pine Bluff; four daughters, Frances Pierce, Peggy Hale, Barbara Anderson, and Connie Drake, all of White Hall; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Hardy L. O’Neal of Sulphur, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Frank E. Parker, who passed away in 2003, a son, Gary D. Parker, a great-grandchild, Kaitlyn Pierce, three brothers, Ford O’Neal, O.R. O’Neal, and Alton O’Neal, and two sisters, Melba Jackson and Eretta Gibson.

The family will receive friends Thursday, March 29, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Robinson’s. Funeral services will be Friday, March 30, 2012, 10 a.m., at White Hall United Pentecostal Church with Reverends A.M. Mansfield and Melvin Clifford officiating. Burial will be Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Blackjack Cemetery in Pitkin, Louisiana. There will be a visitation prior to the graveside service at Six Mile United Pentecostal Church from 12-2 p.m. Online register: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

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LOS ANGELES - Mr. Enoch Fisher, 80, passed away in his sleep at the Las Flores Convalescent Home in Los Angeles. “Bud” will always be remembered for his love of life and people. He leaves to cherish his memory: a loving sister, Floy K. Fisher Morris. Funeral Service: 1 p.m., today at Wesley United Methodist Church. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock. (501) 371-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

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POWELL BUTTE, Ore. - Clifford Palmer, age 79, went home to be with his Lord March 20, 2012. Born October 7, 1932, to Thomas and Della Palmer of Emmett, Arkansas. He was a member of East End Baptist Church and Alumni of Sheridan High School. Espoused to Doris Mulanax of Loyalton, Calif. Survivors include three daughters, Callene, Debra and Sheryl; two grandsons, Trampus and Brandon; three sisters, Margaret, Louise and Blanche. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lorraine, Marie and Estelle; brothers Dale and Bernard; and son, Rodney. Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m., April 2, 2012, at Salem Cemetary in East End. Officiating will be Reverend Ron Sanders.

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NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - Robert John (Scott) Farrell III, 84, of New Braunfels, passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at his residence. He was born to Robert John Farrell Jr. and Frances (Zitter) Farrell on November 29, 1927, in Philadelphia, Pa.

He is survived by his wife, Billye Farrell; daughters, Sharon Hall and husband Richard and Dianne Goodsell and husband Kenny; son, Robert John Farrell IV and wife DeeGee; brothers, Charles Farrell and wife Betty and James Farrell; sisters, Kathleen McDowell and husband Eddie and Mary Lee and husband Mike; grandchildren, David Hall, Melissa Page, Joshua Farrell, Paige Rollins, Jon Goodsell and Joshua Goodsell; 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Leo Farrell.

Public visitation will begin 2 p.m., Sunday, April 1, 2012, at the Zoeller Funeral Home and will continue until 9 p.m. The family will be present to receive friends from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held 9:45 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2012, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with the Reverend Dr. Ed Simpson and Dr. Brad L. Mclean officiating. Memorial Contributions may be given to The American Heart Association, Calvary Baptist Church, Little Rock, Arkansas: 5700 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207 or to First Baptist Church New Braunfels-Building Fund: 733 Cross Street, New Braunfels, Texas 78130.