Obituaries

LITTLE ROCK — OBITUARIES Information for the obituaries and funeral notices below was supplied to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes.

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, at arkansasonline.com/obituaries/.

PULASKI COUNTY Joseph Alexander, 73, of Little Rock.

Virginia Ernestine Daril Boyce, 93, of Little Rock.

Louie Dave “Speedy” Burns, 96, of Little Rock.

Samuel Lawrence Caraway, 59, of Jacksonville.

Robert Phillip Cecola Jr., infant, of Little Rock.

Evalena Dare, 84, of Little Rock.

Gilbert Steven Estrada, 42, of North Little Rock.

David Hendrickson, 71, of North Little Rock.

Charles “Bill” Hester, 77, of Jacksonville.

Elizabeth Lynn, 52, of Little Rock.

Gloria Jean Martin, 68, of Little Rock.

Betty Isbell McMillan, 76, of Little Rock.

Lucy Lorena McNew, 101, of Jacksonville.

David Nicholson, 91, of Little Rock.

Mark Anthony Shelton, 52, of Little Rock.

Barry Eugene Smith, 61, of Little Rock.

Edgar Allen Thompson, 73, of Little Rock.

Lillie Mae Williams, 96, of Jacksonville.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS ARKADELPHIA Jean Hill, 86.

ATKINS Evelyn Bauman, 87.

BATESVILLE Toby Nick “Archie” Archuleta, 69.

Winnie Armita Hodge, 95.

BLYTHEVILLE Tommy Lyn Byars, 71.

BRYANT Wanda Faye Wilkinson, 68.

CHERRY VALLEY Jackie C. Lawson, 60.

CONWAY Lacey Dillard, 34.

ENGLAND Mary Stevens, 88.

EVENING SHADE Paschal G. Spurlock, 75.

FORDYCE Bill Steve Jones, 61.

GREENBRIER George Eldon McLelland III, 59. GURDON Lottie Lucille Purifoy, 92.

HAMBURG Josefina Barajas Gonzalez, 87.

HARRISON Thelma Nixon Journagan, 80.

Doyle Young, 88.

HEBER SPRINGS Juanita Frances Taylor, 89.

HOLLAND Mary A. “Kandi” Batytes, 64.

JASPER Guy Bennett, 92.

LONOKE Shirley Johnson McKinney, 68.

MALVERN Norma Jean Prince, 78.

MARBLE FALLS Joseph Richard Crafton, 35.

MARSHALL Lillie Marie Lindsey, 89.

MELBOURNE Jesse Edward Foutch, 75.

MOUNTAIN HOME Charles W. Hancock Sr., 86.

MURFREESBORO Loreda Denton, 100.

OAK GROVE Bruce Peterson, 79.

PARAGOULD Jane Schreit McKenzie, 91.

PLUMERVILLE Kathryn Lee Mourot, 70.

RISON Helen Louise White, 81.

ROVER Marvalene McKinnon, 85.

RUSSELLVILLE James Davis Riddle, 64.

SHERIDAN Ted Shelton.

STUTTGART Ray Ray Harrell Jr.

Mavis Rose Rickman, 90.

OUT-OF-STATE AVON, Ind.

Ellie Renee Davis, infant.

OXFORD, Miss.

Aaron Storer Condon, 85.

HEWITT, Texas Brandi Ann Greer, 31.

HOOKS, Texas John E. Selph, 86.

Pulaski County

JOSEPH ALEXANDER, 73, of Little Rock, a Louisiana native, U.S. Army veteran and Hurricane Katrina survivor, passed away Dec. 23, 2012. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court, Little Rock, (501) 224-2200. Mr. Alexander’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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VIRGINIA ERNESTINE DARIL BOYCE, age 93, of Little Rockpassed away Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. She was born in Little Rock on Dec. 1, 1919, the daughter of Ernest and Stella Daril. She is survived by her daughter, Joetta Adams; her son, John; her beloved dog,Mei Lei; stepsons, Joe Boyce and Billy Boyce and their families. Mrs. Boyce was a member of Tyler Street Baptist Church. She worked at Kellwood for 28 years. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, needlework and working in her flower beds. Honorary pallbearers are John Krutz, Allen Faulkner, Perry Rogers, Bob Leslie and Clyde Matheny. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Pulaski County Humane Society. Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, at Martin Cemetery adjacent to Roller-Drummond, Exit 130 off of Interstate 30 westbound. Arrangements provided by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 I-30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ drummond.

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LOUIE DAVE “SPEEDY” BURNS, 96, of Little Rock, passed awaypeacefully in his sleep New Year’s Day, 2013 at home.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life for 55 years, his wife, Helen Ruth Burns; his parents, Callie Tenniswood Burns and Robert Murphy Burns; sisters, Beatrice McAlister and Carol May Lindsey; his brothers, Jesse James Burns, Robert Hubert Burns and Harold Eugene Burns. Heleaves to cherish his memory one daughter and son-in-law, Robin L. and Dr. Philip H. Johnson; two grandchildren, Katherine C. Johnson and Matthew C. Johnson, all of Little Rock; one sister, Patty Dean Burns Reid of Cabot; and a host of nieces, nephews and others who continue to love him. He was the nephew of Dr. “Doc” William Milton Burns, (Uncle Mitt), previous mayor and chairman of North Little Rock Park Commission who oversaw the 870 acres donated and today named Burns Park.

Mr. Burns served in the United States Navy Seabees in the South Pacific and Okinawa during World War II. He worked many years at Missouri Pacific Railroad.

During the passenger train years, Mr. Burns worked as a carman and a brakeman. Before retirement, he worked at the North Little Rock Missouri Pacific Shops. He worked at Brown’s Cookie Company; he was a truck driver, moving houses and other heavy hauling; he was a butcher, and, as a boy, earned his nickname, “Speedy,” by speeding around his hometown of Beebe delivering groceries. “Speedy” was an honorable, hardworking and gifted man who tenderly loved his family and friends; he built his family a home where they lived for over 45 years. He could build or fix anything and used those abilities to help others. Mr. Burns was a past president (1964-65) and lifetime member recipient of the Rosedale Optimist Club. During his term as president, he helped break ground with his own hands for the first ball field, beginning a community baseball program for children. He worked tirelessly clearing land, laying fence and building restrooms and a concession stand. He loved serving his community.

Mr. Burns was a member of Rosedale Baptist Church for over 50 years, where he served as a deacon and on the Building Committee. He was 32nd degree member of the Masonic Order, Mary Williams Lodge # 307 and member of the Scottish Rite. Even thoughMr. Burns’ body was beginning to fail him, his mind remained organized and alert. Even after he lost his eyesight, one could rely on his directions to travel accurately. His wit, sense of humor and vivid descriptions of past life events made visits an absolute joy for others. He will be sorely missed.

Grieving caregivers feeling a loss as well are Ms. Veronica Winfrey, Mrs. Shirley Steele and Ms. Lorene Turner. The family can never express their gratitude enough for the love these women provided as well as previous caregivers who touched his life. The family wishes a special thank you to Dr. Eric Bravo, Dr. Kathy Parnell and Dr. Robert Brewer for their special care. Thank you to Baptist Health 7B, and BRI Recuperative Care seventh floor as well.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, 5800 W. 12th St., Little Rock (501) 661-9111 with Rev. Raymond McAlister officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. Sunday until service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Macedonia Missionary Service, P. O. Box 68, Polk City, Fla 33868. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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SAMUEL LAWRENCE CARAWAY, 59, of Jacksonville, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died De. 30, 2012. Graveside services with military honors will be Thursday, Jan. 10, at 1 p.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court, (501) 224-2200. Online guestbook: www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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ROBERT PHILLIP CECOLA, JR., passed away in Little Rock, Arkansas, January 2, 2013. He was the infant son of Robert Cecola of Villa Park, Illinois, and Rebecca Holbrook of Oswego, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Leonard Cecola, and great-grandmother, Sharon Riley. He is survived by his grandparents, Shawn and Amy Holbrook; two grandmothers, Linda Sue Cecola and Betrell Roberts; and a sister, Olivia Holbrook. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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EVALENA DARE, age 84, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. She was born May 6, 1928, in Faulkner County, Arkansas, to the late Charlie Haslip and Villa Green Haslip. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2013, at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800, with Brother Dennis Gulledge officiating. Interment to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

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GILBERT STEVEN ESTRADA, 42, North Little Rock, departedthis life January 1, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Cristino Estrada. He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Bertha Estrada; children, Leslie and Steven Estrada; mother,Stephanie Lengal; siblings, Victor, Jeanie, Katherine, Angie, Christina, Israel, Christopher and Jeffrey. Mass will be held today from 12 to 1 p.m. at Saint Anne Catholic Church, 6150 Remount Rd., North Little Rock. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 4511 EastBroadway North Little Rock, (501) 374-0111. “Service You Can Trust.”

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DAVID HENDRICKSON, 71, of North Little Rock, after a courageous battle with cancer, the Lord called him home on Monday, December 31, 2012, to his loving embrace, where he will experience no more suffering and pain. David is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Jewell Hendrickson; and sister, Sherry Hendrickson. Surviving family includes his sister, Paula Mark; brother, Tommy Joe Hendrickson; Aunt Martha; and cousins, Caroline and Deb. David also has many friends and family who loved him and will miss him dearly, including his closest friend, Sharon Babcock and family plus his loving church family. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, January 7, 2013, at Liberty Fellowship Church. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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CHARLES (BILL) FRANKLIN HESTER, age 77, of Jacksonville wentto be with his Lord on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. He was born November 16, 1935, in Des Arc, Arkansas, to the late Luther and Ethel Hester. He was a member of Morgan Full GospelChurch and a retired boiler technician. He was a volunteer at the Jacksonville Senior Center where he loved to dance and spend time with his friends.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lonnie Hester and John J. Hester, one sister, Louise Hester Oliver, great friend and brother-in-law, James Frantz, sonin-law, Jerry McGinty, nephew, Don Hale and the mother of his children Sharon “Sherry” Hart. He is survived by his children: Chuck Hester and his wife Rena’ of North Little Rock and Tari McGinty of Conway; siblings. Lois Frantz and Danny Hester of Arkansas and Wayne E. Hester of Colorado; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; his significant other and dance partner, Marie Bland, and a host of other family and friends.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, January 7, 2013 at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home with Bro. Bob Wickliffe officiating. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013, at the funeral home. Family and friends will gather at 6808 Rye Lane, N.L.R. 72118. Arrangements by Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136. Sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.

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ELIZABETH (LIZ) ANN LYNN, 52, of Little Rock passed awaypeacefully from this life, Monday, December 31, 2012, after a determined 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. She was born September 28, 1960, in Little Rock to Billy George Parker and Mary AliceSmith. She is survived by her husband, Michael Lynn; son, Jason Seigrist; daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Harvey Beech; four precious grandchildren, Parker, Kandyse, Pryce and Joy; sister, Linda Williams; niece, Candi Connors, and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her nephew, Philip Connors. Liz was a faithful member of the First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock for 36 years. She loved God and people. Her sweet smile and warm, caring personality will always be remembered by those who knew and loved her. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock. Burial will be 1 p.m. at Meadowbrook Memorial Park, Beebe. The family will receive friends from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday at First Pentecostal Church. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.

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GLORIA JEAN MARTIN, age 68, of Little Rock, Arkansas, formerlyof Sheridan went to be with the lord Tuesday, January 1, 2013. She was born August 6, 1944, to the late Paul Parke and Bettie Viola (Barker) Thompson. She was a retired LPTN andcaregiver to many throughout her years of service. Gloria was of Methodist faith. She was the mother to James S. Morgan of Little Rock; grandmother to William Clay and Brittany Morgan, greatgrandmother to Clayton Morgan of East End. Gloria’s family will receive family and friends at Buie Funeral Home of Sheridan from 1:30 p.m.. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 6, 2012, with the funeral service to commence at 3 p.m. Internment: Lost Creek Cemetery, Sheridan, Arkansas. Express your condolences at our online website: www.buiefuneralhome.com.

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BETTY ISBELL MCMILLAN, 76, of Little Rock, passed away January 4, 2013. Visitation will be Monday, January 7, from 6-8 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Services will be Tuesday, January 8, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by interment at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mrs. Mc-Millan’s online guestbook and full obituary may be found at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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LUCY LORENA (COTHRAN) MCNEW, 101, of Jacksonville passed away, Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was the oldest of six children of Bertha Aldridge and Walter Cothran and was raised in the Zion Hill Community between Jacksonville and Cabot. She is survived by her sister, Selma Zimmerman, 98, of Carlisle and her daughter, Marilyn Southerland and son, Gerald McNew of Jacksonville. She has 47 grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. Funeral service at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd. North Little Rock, Ark. 72116 with Chaplain Ted Grove officiating. Interment will follow at Concord Cemetery, Lonoke. The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

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DAVID NICHOLSON, 91, of Little Rock, died December 28, 2012.David was Professor Emeritus, retired, from the UAMS. He was born September 18, 1921 in Mineola, New York. He is survived by his wife Ann Nicholson of Little Rock, Arkansas, son, Niall Nicholson, and daughter, Dido Nicholson Green. David was British. He received his training at Guy’s Hospital and Brompton Hospital, London. Medical degrees; FRCP (Lond) MD; MRCP. Emigrated to Canada in 1958, immigrating to United States in 1962 joining the faculty at Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, Texas from 1963-1972. He moved to the University of Kentucky in Lexington and then Dayton, Ohio where he served as consultant creating a committee at Wright State Medical School. He joined the UAMS faculty in 1978-1996. He was a consultant with AHEC until 2010. Other arrangements are pending. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to a favorite charity. Arrangements are under the direction of www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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MARK ANTHONY SHELTON, 52, of Little Rock, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 3, 2013. Mark was born on November 28, 1960 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. Mark graduated from Weiner High School and The University of Central Arkansas. After 25 years of service, Mark retired from Wal-Mart and becamethe owner of Sears Hometown Store in Benton. He was on the board of Arkansas Literacy Councils, The Arkansas Rice Depot, and was a supporter of P.A.R.K. organization for youth.Mark was a member of Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock.

Mark is survived by his wife of 23 years, Julie Shelton; and daughter, Morgan Lee Shelton of Little Rock; his son, Brandon Heath Shelton and wife, Tara of Alexander; mother, Glinda Huber and husband, Barry of Jonesboro; father, Boyd Shelton and wife, Susan of Jonesboro; brother, Kasper Huber of Fayetteville; and two sisters, Angela Lee Shelton of Little Rock and Karrie Huber of Fayetteville.

Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Road in Little Rock with Pastor Brandon Barnard officiating. Prior to the service, the family will receive visitors at the church beginning at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 224-8300. In memoriam, donations can be made to The American Cancer Society, 901 N. University Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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BARRY EUGENE SMITH, beloved son, brother and friend passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 and went to be with the Lord.

He is preceded in death by his father, John W. Smith. Barry is survived by his mother, Lenora Smith; brother, John Smith and his wife, Beth and sister, Susie Burgess and her husband, Gary; Julie Hobbs and her husband, Steve; daughter, Jessica; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends.

Barry is a veteran of the U.S. Army and volunteered for two terms in Vietnam. Barry was the owner of several restaurants including Cafe St. Moritz. In the past few years Barry and his partner,Julie Hobbs founded Smith-Hobbs Interiors. His honesty and hard work ethics created a business that will be an everlasting blessing in many homes. Barry’s warm smile and gracious heart will be greatly missed. He was totally a giving of himself to others. His spirit will live inside of us forever.

Visitation will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the Funeral Home. A celebration of Barry’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas (501) 224-8300. Memorials may be made to: Pulaski County Humane Society, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72210. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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EDGAR ALLEN THOMPSON of Little Rock was born January 8,1939 in Camden, Alabama and passed away December 2012, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He’s survived by his wife, Frances; and two sons, Roderick (Renee) and John (Seneca); twodaughters, Alice Mathews and Doris Young; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at Hunter United Methodist Church, 3301 Romine Road, Little Rock, Saturday, January 5, 2013, at 10 a.m. there will be a home going celebration at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 South Chester Street, Little Rock. (501) 372-1305. Interment will follow at Pine Crest Memorial Park, Alexander, Ark.

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LILLIE MAE WILLIAMS, age 96, of Jacksonville passed awayWednesday, January 2, 2013 in Jacksonville. She was born July 16, 1916 in Elk City, Oklahoma to the late Richard and Reed.

Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by threehusbands, four brothers, six sisters; grandson, Donald Perse; son-in-law, Charles Perse. She is survived by three sons; Ted and J.D. Lawler, both of Amarillo, Texas, Richard Lawler of Booker, Texas; daughter, June Perse of Jacksonville; sister, Ruby Anderson of Amarillo, Texas; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 5 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home with Reverend Don Baldwin officiating. Visitation will be from 4-5 p.m. prior to the service. The family requests contributions be made to the charity of your choice. Please sign online guestbook at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home and Crematory. (501) 982-2136.

Arkansas

ARKADELPHIA - Jean Hill, 86, of Arkadelphia, Ark., passed away Dec. 30, 2012, in Arkadelphia, Ark. Miss Hill was born Aug. 18, 1926, in Ashdown, Ark., to Hue and Luella Hill. She is preceded in death by two brothers, Joe Hill and John Hill. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Helen Hill of Arkadelphia, Ark.; numerous nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at Madden Funral Home Chapel in Ashdown, Ark., with Ray Cromer officiating. Burial will be at Wilton Cemetery in Wilton, Ark. Visitation will follow the funeral service at Madden Funeral Home in Ashdown, Ark., before the interment, Saturday Jan. 5, 2013.

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ATKINS - Evelyn Bauman, 87, of Atkins, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, at Union Grove Free Will Baptist Church. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Friday. Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.

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BATESVILLE - Toby Nick “Archie” Archuleta, 69, of Batesville died Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at Batesville. Funeral, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Qualls Batesville Funeral Service Chapel. Visitation, Sunday 6-8 p.m. Burial, Pleasant Valley Cemetery located near Cushman. Arrangements by Qualls Batesville Funeral Service of Batesville.

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BATESVILLE - Winnie “Armita” Nothern Hodge, 95, of Batesville died Thursday. Survivors: son, Kenny Turner; daughter, Ritta Talley; five grandchildren. Services: 2 p.m. Sunday, Sharp United Methodist Church, Sulphur Rock. Burial: WoodCemetery, Sulphur Rock. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, Batesville. Memorials: Wood Cemetery, c/o James Hodge, 700 Gainesboro Road, Sulphur Rock, Ark. 72579 and Sharp United Methodist Church, 1100 Gainesboro Road, Sulphur Rock, Ark. 72579. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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BLYTHEVILLE - Tommy Lyn Byars, 71, of Blytheville, died Jan. 2 at home. Survived by daughter, Rebecca Bryant; grandchildren, Perry and Hunter Bryant; brothers, Charles and Stanley Byars; sisters, Sylvia Posey and Sandra Bush. Graveside services, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., Sandy Ridge Cemetery. No visitation. Online register may be signed at cobbfuneralhome.com.

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BRYANT - Wanda Wilkinson, 68, passed Dec. 31. Survivors: one son, three daughters, 10 grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Services are 10 a.m., Jan. 7 at Morrilton Christian Center. Visitation: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, at the funeral home. Arrangements by Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home, Morrilton. Obit/photo/guestbook, www.bobnealandsons.com.

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CHERRY VALLEY - Jackie C. Lawson, 60, of Cherry Valley, Ark., died Thursday in Jonesboro. He was the son of Donald Lawson and Colene (Lawson) Arnold. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Jackson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation was Friday from 6-8 p.m. Interment: Harrisburg Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jackson’s Funeral Home.

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CONWAY - Lacey Dillard, 34, Conway, departed this life Dec.29. Survivors: mother, Etta Young; father, James Treadway; siblings, Jalissa Young, Trevernon Wesley; grandmothers, Virginia Dillard, Doris Treadway. Funeral services2:30 p.m. today, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Wooster, Ark. Interment: Pilgrim Rest Cemetery. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Conway. 327-1124. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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ENGLAND - Mary Stevens, 88, of England, Ark., went to bewith the Lord Jan. 2, 2013. She was born May 8, 1924, in Nelson Creek, Ky., to Jesse Nanny and Lillie Jane Manues Nanny. Mary was a homemaker and she was of the Pentecostal faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 68 years, Raymond Stevens; one son, Matt Stevens; and one daughter, Janey Spears. She is survived by two sons, Ray Stevens (Janine) of Coy, Ark., Ross Stevens (Donna) of Pine Bluff, Ark.; four daughters, Brinda Stevens and Maudie Noe both of Ferda, Ark., Verible Smith of England, Ark., and Mary Robertson (Lamar) of Pine Bluff, Ark.; one son-in-law: Ed Spears of Star City, Ark.; 25 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, at the Roller England Funeral Home Chapel (501) 842-3939 at 2 p.m. Brother Jack Jones will be officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in Redfield Cemetery in Redfield, Ark. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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EVENING SHADE - Paschal G. Spurlock, 75, of Evening Shade died Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at Batesville. Funeral, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the Qualls Funeral Home Chapel in Cave City. Burial, Evening Shade Cemetery. Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home. Visitation, Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013, from 6 until 8 p.m.

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FORDYCE - Bill Steve Jones, 61, of Fordyce passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the Dallas County Medical Center in Fordyce. Born December 2, 1951 in Fordyce, he was a son of the late James and Helen Jones of Ramsey. He worked for Kroger’s and was retired from Georgia Pacific. He was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Scott Jones, and an infant daughter, Crystal Lynn Jones. Survivors include two sons, Jim Ed Jones, stationed inOkinawa, Japan, and Adam Jones and wife Amber of Fordyce; two sisters, Jean Frazier and husband, Charles of Fordyce, Jane Green and husband, Jim of El Dorado; one brother, Jimmy Jones and wife, Donna of Fordyce. He is also survived by three grandchildren: Justin, Bailee, and Weston Jones; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to offer special thanks to Dr. Hugh Nutt and all of his nurses that cared for him at Dallas County Hospital and St. John’s Place. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel with Dusty Rhodes and Rev. Mark Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow at Tanyard Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Tanyard Cemetery, c/ c Andy Taylor, 3611 W. Hwy 8, Fordyce, Ark. 71742. Arrangements are by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.com.

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GREENBRIER - George Eldon McLelland III, 59, of Greenbrier, died December 29, 2012. Services are 1 p.m. Monday, January 7, 2013, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Interment will follow at Thorn Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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GURDON - Lucille Purifoy, age 92, of Gurdon, Ark., died Thursday. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Sunday in the Harts Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 p.m. till service time. Survivors are two sons, Dewayne and Edsel Purifoy and one daughter, Rhonda Stephen, three brothers, two sisters, seven grandchildren and several great and great-greatgrandchildren. Sign online guest book at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

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HAMBURG - Mrs. Josefina Barajas Gonzalez, 87, of Hamburg, died Thursday, January 3, 2013. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5, in the Chapel of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home with burial in the Hamburg Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guest book at www.jones-hartshorn.com.

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HEBER SPRINGS - Juanita Daniel Taylor, 89 of Heber Springs passed away January 4, 2013. She was born June 25, 1923 to Celia Ellis Daniel and Charlie Daniel. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Pearl Logan, Vera Epps, Maurice Daniel, Carl Daniel, and Irma Jewel Koster.

On May 10, 1941, Juanita married Clifford Taylor. They were married for 57 years before he passed away on January 4, 1998. She is survived by one daughter, Linda Taylor Moore, and her husband Michael, and one granddaughter, Lauren Moore Lee, and her husband Michael Lee. She loved all the Taylor family, the Moore family, and her many friends.

Juanita Taylor joined the First Assembly of God Church in the early 1940s where she taught an adult Sunday School Class and served as Secretary/Treasurer. Juanita’s life exemplified a true, Christian woman. She loved the Lord with all her heart.

In 1941, Juanita began her career at The Cleburne County Bank where she worked most of her life until she retired in 1989 as Vice President and Cashier. Many loyal customers requested her assistance.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Heber Springs Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Heber Springs Funeral Home with interment following the service at Cleburne County Memorial Gardens. For more information please visit www.heberspringsfuneralhome.com or call (501) 887-9152.

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HOLLAND - Mary A. “Kandi” Batytes, 64, of Holland, wentto be with her Lord, Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was born Wednesday, March 10, 1948 in Conway, Arkansas to the late Virgil and Lois (Griffin) Woodham. Kandi workedat Timex Corporation, B.J. Mc-Adams, Toepke Trucking, DBT Express and Atlas Carriers. She completed high school through correspondence courses. She loved sewing, traveling with her husband, gardening and relaxing at Cedar View, her home.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Anthony C. Batytes; daughters, Elizabeth Ann Laurie and Teresa Lynn Saunders; a son, Carl Wayne Moore, II; sister, Helen Long; brother, Jerry Woodham; grandchildren, Sarah and Hannah Laurie, Eric Richardson, Kyle Moore, Brant Moore, Carl Moore III, Emily Moore, Allie and Nicholas Saunders; and great-grandchildren, Cheyenne, Addison and Cash.

Visitation for family and friends will be held 5-7 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home (501) 327-7727. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Larry Grubbs officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakland Cemetery in Holland. Pallbearers will be Shane Perryman, Eric Richardson, Rocky Malone, Carl Wayne Moore II, Brant Moore and Jerry Woodham. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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LONOKE - Shirley Johnson McKinney, 68, passed away January 4, 2013. She was born January 10, 1944, to the late Henry Fletcher and Dessie Branscum Fletcher. Also preceding her in death were sisters, Wilma McBunch, Gladys Barnes and Madge Goodman; brothers, James Fletcher and Glen Fletcher; and a beloved niece Gayla Williams Drown.

Survivors include her daughters, Leslie (Ron) Miley of Cabot, Kristy Johnson, Leah (Jason) Johnson, all of Lonoke; sister, Wanda (Frank) Williams of Benton; brothers, Junior(Sarah) Fletcher of Marianna and Carl Fletcher of Lonoke; four grandchildren, Lauren and Jacob Miley, and Zakary and Noah Johnson; many nieces, nephews, and other beloved relatives.

Shirley served many clients as a hairdresser for over 30 years in Lonoke, and was a member of New Testament Missionary Baptist Church.

The family will receive friends 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday in Boyd Funeral Home Chapel, with interment following in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online guestbook, www.boydfuneralhome.net. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital or to Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116.

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MALVERN - Norma “Jean” Prince, age 78, of Malvern, endeda wonderful life on this earth and began her eternal life in Heaven on Friday, January 4, 2013. She was born on September 10, 1934. Jean was reunited with her husband of 42years, J.T. Prince. Also meeting her in heaven were her parents, George Fred and Dorothy Buie Tull. Still loving and missing her on earth are her daughter, Julie Prince Howard; her loving sonin-law, David Howard; the light of her life, her grandson Jadyn Howard; her sweetie for seven years, Harry Ritter; and her devoted sisters, Carolyn Robeson (brotherin-law, A.J. Robeson) and Paula Pulliam (brother-in-law, Bill Pulliam). Jean was blessed to count many nieces and nephews who love her dearly.

Known as “Momma Jean” to many, Jean was an active and vibrant member of Second Baptist Church. She loved her church family second only to her family and her Savior. She taught the Stella Jones Sunday School Class and probably gave the best hugs in the congregation. Oh how she loved! She was a “like a mother” to so many.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 6, from 3-5 p.m. at Regency Funeral Home in Malvern. Funeral Service will be Monday, January 7, at 10 a.m. at Second Baptist Church, in Malvern, with Brother Joey McDermott and Brother John Chandler officiating. Pallbearers will be Tony Robeson, David Cansler, Jarrid Stacy, Heath Stacy and Lane Chancellor. Memorials can be made to Second Baptist Church or Arkansas Baptist School System. Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at www.regencyfuneralhome.com.

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MARSHALL - Lillie Marie Lindsey, 89, of Marshall died Tuesday in Mountain Home. Survivors: eight children, Tommy, Billy, Evelyn, Wilma, Ruth, Shirley, Helen, Linda; 19 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; niece, Sharon. Arrangements by Roller-Coffman Funeral Home, Marshall. Graveside service: 11 a.m.Monday, Jan. 7th, Harness Cemetery near Oxley. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/marshall.

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MELBOURNE - Jesse Edward Foutch, 75, of Melbourne died Friday, December 28 at the White River Medical Center, Batesville. Local survivors include a stepdaughter, Faye Montgomery, and her daughter, Nicole. Arrangements are private under the direction of Conner-Hankins Funeral Home in Mountain Home. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.connerhankinsfuneralhome.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Mr. Charles W. Hancock Sr., age 86, of Mountain Home died January 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 12 until 9 p.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Roller Funeral home in Mountain Home. There will be no service, and interment is private. Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MURFREESBORO - Loreda Denton, age 100, of Murfreesboro died Thursday, January 3, 2013,in Arkadelphia. She was born November 29, 1912, in Gurdon, Ark., the daughter of the late Samuel and Flora Webb Doss. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Murfreesboro where she taught Sunday School for many years. Mrs. Denton was a substitute teacher in the Delight School system for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Buster A. Denton; a daughter, Janice McCormick; a brother, Robert Doss; and a sister, Ruth Evans. Survivors include one son, James B. Denton and his wife Sherilyn of Arkadelphia; one son-in-law, Richard McCormick of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one sister, Geneva Walker of Delight; three grandchildren, Jana Chandler of Arkadelphia, David McCormick of Broomfield, Colo., Christy Apodaca of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three greatgrandchildren, Sidney Chandler of Arkadelphia, Rachel McCormick and Ryan McCormick, both of Broomfield, Colo.

Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 6th in the First Christian Church of Murfreesboro with Rob Evans officiating. Burial will be in the Delight Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday at Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home in Arkadelphia. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church of Murfreesboro. Sign on-line guest book at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

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OAK GROVE - Bruce Peterson, 79, of Oak Grove passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Visitation will be Sunday, January 6, 6-8 p.m., Regency Funeral Home, Malvern. Graveside Service, Monday, January 7, 1 p.m., Arkansas State Veteran’s Cemetery, North Little Rock. Procession will leave Regency Funeral Home at 12 noon. Arrangements, Regency Funeral Home. Guestbook, www.regencyfuneralhome.com.

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PARAGOULD - Jane Schreit McKenzie, 91, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home on January 3rd. Born in Festus, Missouri, February 2, 1921, to Anna Habba Schreit and Frank Joseph Schreit Sr. Jane moved to Paragould, her senior year of high school in 1937 with her parents and siblings. She graduated from Paragould High School in 1938 and attended Texas Women’s University in Denton, Texas. After returning to Paragould she married the love of her life John Willis McKenzie in 1942 and they were married for 69 wonderful years.

Mrs. McKenzie worked for her father at Ely Walker Shirt factory in the office several years doing book keeping work. After 17 years of marriage she and Mr. McKenzie had a daughter in 1959 and she immersed herself in all activities that had to do with being a wonderful mom. Mrs. McKenzie loved being active in Paragould. She loved participating in Bells and Beaux a community musical and dance show that benefitted Methodist Hospital. Always an avid Razorback and sports fan. She also enjoyed volunteering at the election polls, family gatherings at the cottage in Hardy, gardening in her yard, dancing with Mr. McKenzie, bowling and most of all playing golf. She was the treasurer of the Paragould Ladies Golf Association of Paragould Country Club for a multitude of years where she won the Ladies Golf Championship in 1978. She enjoyed playing in tournaments near and far with her friends and especially with her favorite golfing partner John McKenzie. Later in life she participated in Arkansas Senior Olympics where she won several gold medals for her golf skills. Much of her time was spent attending her grandchildren’s activities and supporting and cheering them on in alltheir activities. Her later years were spent mostly at home as she suffered several stokes that limited her mobility. But her positive attitude was always evident.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Anna Schreit of Paragould, her brother Frank Schreit of Paragould, sister Patsy Schreit Tannehill of Panama City, Florida, and her husband John Wills McKenzie of Paragould. She is survived by her daughter Ann McKenzie Noland and husband, Brian Noland of Little Rock, grandaughter, Emily Catherine Noland of Fayetteville, and grandson, John Paul McKenzie Noland of Venice, California. Along with her sister in law, Mary Ann Schreit of Paragould, and brother-in-law, Joe K. Tannehill of Panama City, Florida. Numerous nieces and nephews and many wonderful friends.

The family would like to thank our extended family of caregivers Marsha Baker, Teri Bowlin, Mary Damron, Kat Garner, Cynthia Presson, and Tina Weston who have taken such wonderful care of Jane in her home, and Dierkson Hospice of Jonesboro for their assistance during her extended illness.

The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church. Her life will be celebrated following visitation on Monday at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Angie Gage officiating. Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church, 404 West Main Street, Paragould, Ark. 72450 or Larry Dierksen Hospice, 4315 E. Johnson Avenue, Jonesboro, Ark. 72401 or Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Foundation, 900 W. Kingshighway, Paragould, Ark. 72450. Sign online guestbook at www.heathfuneralhome.com.

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PLUMERVILLE - Kathryn Lee Baldus Mourot, age 70, ofPlumerville, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was born December 3, 1942, a daughter of Edward and Barbara Baldus. She graduated from Sacred Heart HighSchool and Lindenwood College, St. Charles, Missouri. She was a biology teacher and basketball coach and taught over twenty five years at Sacred Heart, Morrilton; Mount St. Mary Academy, Little Rock; St. Joseph, Conway, and delivered school buses for Arkansas Delivery Service. Kathryn was also known to those who loved her as “Gal” “Cheena” and “Coach”. She was a wise, loving, determined woman who lived life, “her way”. We love you Gal, “Oh Wow!”

Survivors include her daughters, Angela Lee (Mike) Koone, and Kathleen Oliver of Morrilton; grandchildren, Heather (Brandon) Zinser, Emily Roberson, Katie Roberson, Daniel Oliver, and Rylee Oliver, all of Morrilton; sister, Angela (Gary) Bartlett; and best friend, Kathleen Smith.

Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Charles Thessing, and Rev. Jack Harris officiating. Burial will be at Plummerville Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Rosary will be 6 p.m. Sunday, January 6, at Sacred Heart Church.

Pallbearers will be Gary Bartlett, Matt Bartlett, Gunnar Bartlett, Joe Mallett, Greg Mourot, and Brandon Zinser. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bob Bradford, Danny Mourot, Vonnie Taylor, Michael Koone, M.D., Daniel Oliver, and Bryan Bartlett.

Her daughters and grandchildren would like to give a special thank you to the following “angels” who took care of our mom during her courageous battle with cancer: Kathleen Smith, Angela Bartlett, Michael Koone, M.D., Janet Hall, Karen Cree, and all the staff at the office of Larry Mendelsohn, M.D. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Sacred Heart Endowment Fund. Online guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net.

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RISON - Helen Louise White, age 81 of Rison, died, Thursday, January 3, 2013. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Varnell Cemetery. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m, Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Buie Funeral Home. Arrangements by Buie Funeral Home of Rison (870) 325-6216. Online condolences at www.buiefuneralhome.com.

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ROVER - Marvalene McKinnon, 85, Rover died Wednesday, January 3, 2013. Funeral service: 2 p.m. Saturday, January 5, at Wing Community Church. Burial; Mt. Zion Cemetery in Briggsville. Visitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Survivors: children Jon McKinnon; Laura McKinnon; Dr. Leah McKinnon. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville.

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RUSSELLVILLE - James Davis “J.D.” Riddle, 64, of Russellville, Ark., passed away Monday, December 31, 2012 at his home. The son of James and Catherine Beavers Riddle, he was born December 2, 1948 in Talladega, Ala. Davis was a graduate of Troy State University in Troy, Ala. He was preceded in death by his parents.

J.D. was employed by Windsor Overhead Door as an outdoor salesman for more than 22 years. He was Top Gun salesman eight times and was awarded the President’s Ring twice. He was currently employed by A-Tech Suburban Inc. as Regional Sales Manager. He was top performing salesman in 2006 and Salesman of the Month 13 times in the last three years. Davis attended Pottsville Assembly of God Church. He was an avid movie buff, Razorback and Nascar fan, and connoisseur of fine food.

Survivors include his sister, Sue Ellen Riddle of Gatlinburg, Tenn.; three sons, Kevin Hays & wife Liz of Jacksonville, Fla., Trevor Hays of Zebulon, Ga., and Scott Hays of Dover; two grandsons, Avery Hays of Jacksonville, Fla., and Conner Hays of Zebulon, Ga.; several cousins in Biloxi, Miss., close friends Roger & Debby Cooper of Russellville, and numerous friends and acquaintances.

Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2013 at Humphrey Chapel. Reverend Sam Austin will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pottsville Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 118, Pottsville, Ark. 72858; Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic, 312 Prince Street, Sevierville, Tenn. 37862; or the American Diabetes Association, 320 Executive Court, Suite 104, Little Rock, Ark. 72205.

Internet obituary and online guestbook are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com. Local arrangements are under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service.

Graveside service will be at Jefferson Memorial Gardens South in Birmingham, Ala., on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 2 p.m.

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SHERIDAN - Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Ted Shelton of Sheridan, Ark., died in a traffic accident on December 20th, 2012. Proudly serving 25 years in the U.S. Air Force, Ted served in the Gulf War and the War on Terrorism with multiple tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. While serv-ing his country, Ted also raised five children and earned two masters degrees and a PhD in Education Leadership.

Ted is survived by his wife of 30 years, Laurie and children: Brad, Kathy, Greg & Mercedes, Beth and Destiny; his mother, Shirley Sheltonand siblings: Shari Foard, Karen Smith, and Kenneth Shelton. He is proceeded in death by his grandfather, Abe Shelton, father Felix Theodore Shelton, and son Daniel Shelton.

Private services with full military honor guard were held on December 24th in Pine Union, Mo. Any honorariums are requested to be sent to Our House Shelter, 302 East Roosevelt, Little Rock, Ark. 72206, 501-375-2416. An electronic memorial at www.wilson-funeralhome.com can be found under obituaries.

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STUTTGART - Ray Ray Harrell Jr. passed away Sunday. He is survived by his father; sisters; grandmother; nephews; and nieces. Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne. Interment will follow at McElroy Cemetery. Visitation is from noon till 1 p.m. (870) 238-9400. www.thompsonwilsonfh.com.

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STUTTGART - Mavis Rose Rickman, 90, passed away Wednesday. Survivors are her husband, Garland Rickman; and sisters, Carol Eberdt and Laurel Rickert of Portland, Oregan. Funeral is 3 p.m. Sunday and visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday, both at Turpin Funeral Home. Memorials to American Legion Auxiliary or Holy Rosary Altar Society. www.turpinco.com.

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OXFORD, Miss. - Aaron Storer Condon, age 85, of Oxford, Mississippi, died on January 1, 2013, following complications resulting from injuries suffered in a car accident on December 29, 2012. Born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, on April 23, 1927,he attended the University of Alabama where he was Phi Beta Kappa. He received his law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law. He was an officer in the U.S. Army, serving in World War II and the Korean War. He continued serving in the Army’s Judge Advocate General Corps as a reserve officer, retiring after having reached the rank of Colonel.

In the early 1960s he practiced law in Kosciusko, serving as Attala County Attorney. He also was active in the civil rights movement, working to advance the cause of integration. In 1966 he began a long-term teaching career at the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he was feared and revered by hundreds of law students over the years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Lillene Williams Condon of Oxford; daughter Carol Epes of Jensen Beach, Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Catherine and Ron Hughes and granddaughters Alexis and Haley Hughes, all of Little Rock, Arkansas; his beloved canine companion Lili; and friends and relations too numerous to count.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 4, at the Oxford-University United Methodist Church in Oxford, followed by a reception at the church. Interment will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, January 7, in the Columbarium of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Little Rock.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 249, University, Miss. 38677; The Oxford Lafayette Humane Society, 413 McElroy Drive, Oxford, Miss. 38655; Arkansas Repertory Theatre, 601 S Main St., Little Rock, Ark. 72201, or the charity of your choice.

The family wishes to express its gratitude for the outpouring of love and support that has been showered upon them since the date of the accident. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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HOOKS, Texas - John E. Selph, age 86, of Hooks, Texas, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, in a Texarkana hospital. Mr. Selph was born in Manning, Arkansas, August 29, 1926. He was a retired machinist from Red River Army Depot and a lifetime member of Myrtle Springs Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Margaret L. (Hutcheson) Selph in 2009. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: Terry and Lenda Selph of New Boston, Texas; one daughter and special family friend, Lola Selph and Stan Yates of Little Rock, Arkansas; two brothers: Robert Selph of Kerens, Texas, and Marvin Selph of Sparkman, Arkansas; one sister: Minta Maffitt of Hot Springs, Arkansas; two granddaughters; three great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Myrtle Springs Baptist Church, Hooks, Texas, with Rev. Michael Hardaway officiating. Burial will be at Myrtle Springs Cemetery under the direction of Chapelwood Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Myrtle Springs Baptist Church, 555 County Road 2111, Hooks, Texas, 75561. Register online @ www.chapelwoodfuneralhome.com.