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, arkansasonline.com/obituaries/.

PULASKI COUNTY James C. Archer Sr., 72, of North Little Rock.

Clesta B. Barnes, 99, of Little Rock.

C. J. Callanen of Little Rock.

Ruth Davenport, 69, of Sherwood.

Dave Davis, 97, of Litte Rock.

Jimmy Carroll Dempsey, 60, of North Little Rock.

Elizabeth Eugenia Gary Dowden, 88, of Little Rock.

Doris H. Foshee, 75, of Little Rock. Sandra Joetha Garth “Jo”, 72, of Little Rock.

Alverta May Nee Anderson Hanna, 87, of Little Rock.

Herbert Louis “Skeets” Hauth, 53, of Little Rock.

Rembert Lee Hunt Sr., 60, of Little Rock.

Charley Sue Holeman Leister, 77, of Little Rock.

Bill E. Lollar, 78, of Sherwood.

Mason Mauldin, 31, of Little Rock. Sandra Kaye Gusby Mayweather, 45, of Little Rock.

Margaret Ann Minihan, 90, of Little Rock.

Bobby Kenneth Morgan, 78, of Little Rock.

Vivian Ewell Morrow, 77, of Jacksonville.

Lucius Charles Murray, 69, of Little Rock.

Laura Jane Newman, 55, of Little Rock.

L. D. Oman, 96, of Little Rock.

Vella Hubbs Pearsall, 87, of Little Rock.

Josephine “Jo” Ginn Perciful, 95, of Little Rock.

Leroy Randolph Jr., 37, of Little Rock.

Samuel Sanders Sr. of Little Rock. George Randel Toler, 59, of Little Rock.

Barbara Isabel Whitney of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS ALEXANDER William C. Vaughan Sr., 84.

ALPENA Billie Jean Smith, 76 .

BATESVILLE Corrie Patsy Garms, 84.

Tommy “TJ” Jernigan, 49.

BENTON Charles Edward (Chuck) Matthews, 49.

George N. Phillips, 79.

BENTONVILLE David J. Brecht, 92.

CABOT Katherine Leona Farrow, 79.

Louise C. Light Grimes, 88.

CAVE CITY O. J. Laman, 86.

CLINTON Barry Lynn Weaver, 51.

CROSSETT Etta Mildred Evans, 92.

DAMASCUS Robert Lee Steele, 67.

DES ARC Louis Charles Robinson, 81.

DRASCO Dorothy Mary Ann Tamosaitis Elder, 80.

EDGEMONT Frederick William “Sonny” Janssen, 83.

GREENBRIER Tammy R. Lasley, 49.

HAMBURG Allene Waits Banks, 88.

HAMPTON George M. Gorman, 68.

HARRISON Betty Dixon, 82 .

Louise Mahaffey, 84 .

HATTIEVILLE Elwanda Jones, 79.

HEBER SPRINGS David Christopher Wilson, 34.

HOPE Velda Jean Latcham, 83.

HOT SPRINGS Bruce Allan MacPhee, 59.

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE Joe Frank Atkinson, 86.

Richard Allen Dillree, 63.

JONESBORO Samuel Wolford Hoover Jr., 60.

LOWELL James M. Martin, 74.

MAGAZINE Nick R. Davis, 67.

MENA Betty Lou Copelin Beck, 76.

MOUNTAIN HOME Barbara Jo Bozen, 66.

MT. VERNON Brandon Elliot Fleming, 28.

PIGGOTT Doris R. Causey, 92.

Willard E. Hughes, 82.

PINE BLUFF Patricia (Patsy) DeEtte Allbritton, 71.

Kenneth Glynn Moore, 71.

A. B. “Buddy” Rushing, 72.

RAVENDEN Lois Gibson, 68.

ROSSTON Alford B. “AB” Luck, 90.

RUSSELLVILLE Barbara J. Capehart, 77.

B. Birl Trigg, 80.

SHIRLEY Elmer Napier, 81.

STUTTGART Minnie Lee Woerner Strabala, 84.

TUCKERMAN Wade Smith, 47.

VILONIA Ruth Virginia Bradley, 77.

Nita Christine Martin, 39.

WHITE HALL Janice Sue Grider, 89.

WHITTON Ida L. Ellis, 89.

OUT-OF-STATE SAN ANTONIO George Nestor Dickerson, 86.

Pulaski County

JAMES C. ARCHER SR., 72, of North Little Rock, passed awayFriday, Jan. 25, 2013. He was born in England, Ark., to the late Leo Herbert and Lois Edith Freeman Archer. James served as a Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputy for two years andworked in the auto parts industry with Crow-Burlingame Co. for 40 years before retiring.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one son, James C. Archer Jr., and his sister, Faye Dean Sain. He is survived by his wife, Jean Stanphill Archer; two sons, Scott (Stacey) Archer of Fort Smith, and Darin Todd (Lisa) Archer of Texarkana, Ark.; daughter-in-law, Vicki Archer of North Little Rock; 12 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, Ark. (501) 791-7400. Graveside service will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, at Bayou Meto Cemetery, Hwy 107, Jacksonville, Ark., with Pastor Phillip McClure officiating.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up for James supporting the North Little Rock Police Athletic League at Centennial Bank and donations may be made to the James Archer Memorial Fund, Attention: Lisa, at any Centennial Bank location. Thank you. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ owens.

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CLESTA B. BARNES, 99, of Little Rock, passed away Jan. 23, 2013. She was of the Pentecostal Faith and enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Gene Barnes, of Little Rock; grandchildren, Gary Lynn Barnes and Melissa Ann Halley; and greatgranddaughter, Jessica Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Noba Barnes. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Online obituary and guest registry at www.Smith-FamilyCares.com.

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Mrs. C.J. CALLANEN, born in Little Rock, Ark., and longtime resident of California passed away on Jan. 25, 2013, following a brief illness. She is survived by her daughter Marilyn Irwin; sonin-law, Randy Irwin; grandson, Alex Irwin and his wife Aimee,of Los Angeles; Grant Irwin, of Cabot; niece Kathy Braughton, of Hot Springs and her beloved niece Millie Bisbee; and greatniece Donanne Bisbee of Little Rock, and her children. She was preceded in death by her decades long companion, George G. Irwin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Francis House, 2701 S. Elm St., Little Rock, Ark. 72204. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth. Please send the family your condolences at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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RUTH DAVENPORT, age 69, of Sherwood, passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. She was born Feb. 13, 1943, in Wehlen, Germany. When she was 18, she married an airman and made the brave move to America. She was a loving and selflesswife, mother, and grandmother. She began each day with strength, wisdom, and courage, and through all adversities, she kept a positive outlook on life. Her personality was a testimony to everyone she met.

Ruth was a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA) with her husband for 24 years. She was also a faithful member of Sylvan Hills Community Church. She enjoyed spending time with her many friends and the Sherwood Senior Aerobics group. She also loved tending to her beautiful garden.

Ruth is preceded in death by her parents, Mathias Wagner and Maria Baum; her brother, Ottmar Wagner; her daughter Tina Willim; and her grandson, Charley Boring III. She is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years, Grover D. Davenport of Sherwood; her brother, Theo and wife Adelheid of Germany; sisterin-law, Inge of Germany; three children, Tammie J. Tabor of Cabot, Jerry E. Davenport of Perryville, Michael E. Davenport of O’Fallon, Ill.; four grandchildren, Heather J. McCoun and husband Robert of Angleton, Texas, Shane A. Tabor and wife Laura of North Little Rock, Jennifer L. Davenport of Cabot, Jason E. Davenport and wife Tiffany of Sherwood; and five great-grandchildren.

The family would like to thank all of the Chemo Nurses at Little Rock Hematology and the staff at UAMS for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in her memory to the Sylvan Hills CommunityChurch Building Fund or charity of choice. Visitation will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at Sylvan Hills Community Church in Sherwood with funeral service to begin at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock at 1 p.m. Arrangements by Arkansas Funeral Care of Jacksonville, www.arkansasfuneralcare.com.

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DAVE DAVIS, 97, of Little Rock, passed Jan. 24. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Mae Davis, one son and four daughters. Survivors: four sons and four daughters, and grand, greatgrand, and great-great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Watson Northcrest Funeral Home of North Little Rock, (501) 812-5303.

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JIMMY CARROLL DEMPSEY, 60, of North Little Rock, died Friday,Jan. 25, 2013. He was born Nov. 4, 1952, in Pine Bluff. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in North Little Rock, and a US Army Veteran.

He was preceded in deathby his father, Edward Dempsey, and brother Kenneth Charles Dempsey. He is survived by his wife, Jo Anne Millender Dempsey, his mother Faye Nutter Dempsey; brothers, Troy and Charles Dempsey; sister, Renita Heinley, and numerous other family members.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Unit 1B at the VA Hospital in North Little Rock for their outstanding care of Jimmy and especially Shelly and Dr. Johnson. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Larry Seiferth officiating under the direction of Griffin Leggett-Rest Hills Funeral Home. Burial will be at Pinecrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 9 until service time Thursday. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church. The online obituary, guestbook, and memorial tribute are available at www.griffinleggettresrthills.com.

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ELIZABETH EUGENIA GARY DOWDEN, of Little Rock, passedaway Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. She was born on Nov. 11, 1924, in Magazine, Ark., to the late Joseph Homer and Zena Irma (Oliver) Gray. Eugenia was a member of Immanuel BaptistChurch, and was in Elizabeth Sunday School Class.

She was a bank teller for Worthen Bank for 30 years. She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Tulloch, and her husband Donald, of Little Rock, Ark., Linda Johnson and her husband, Ross, of Hot Springs Village, Ark.; one grandson Christopher Patrick Aldridge; one sister, Marcella Gray Allen, of Little Rock; other relatives and friends. Eugenia was preceded death by her husband A.C. Dowden of 50 years, parents and a sister Barbara Owens.

Graveside service will be held 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at Pinecrest Memorial Park (Gazebo) Hwy. 5, North Alexander, Ark., visitation will be from 6-8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to: Alzheimer’s Arkansas, 201W. Markham Center Drive, Little Rock, Ark. 72205 or charity of your choice. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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DORIS H. FOSHEE, 75, of Little Rock, passed away on Jan. 24, 2013, at the Good Shepard Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born June 22, 1937, in Danville Ark., she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Veda Hefner.

Beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, she worked for the Little Rock public school district for 29 years. She enjoyed spending time at home with her family and especially grandkids. Mrs. Foshee is preceded by her husband of 42 years, the late Elmer Leon Foshee who passed in 2001. She is survived by her sons, Larry (Maria) Foshee of Little Rock and Jerry Foshee of Jacksonville; three grandchildren, Benjamin, Emma and Matthew Foshee; two brothers Jay (Diane) Hefner and Harold (Betty) Hefner of Russellville; a sister, Hazel (Jimmy) Staggs of Russellville; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at 6-8 p.m., at the Roller-Chenal. Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, (501) 224-8300, with services on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at Little Rock National Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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SANDRA JOETHA GARTH “JO”, age 72, of Little Rock, Ark .,was born Aug. 31, 1940. She passed away Jan. 25, 2013. She was preceded in death by her one and only true love, her husband, Merle Garth; her father and mother, HenryBell and Sibyl (Pearcy) Bell; and numerous other family members she loved dearly. She is survived by her loving daughter, Starr (Garth) Pachosa and “son”-in law, Harry Pachosa; her bestfou- legged companion, Buddy; her cousins, Patsy Grisham, Lorie and Steve Moore and family, Michelle and David Tilley and family, Tim Grisham and family, Tony Grisham; and a host of relatives from DesArc. She is also survived by a number of especially close friends and “Her Girls” and others too numerous to include, but you know who you are. She loved life. She was the most loving, caring, giving and generous lady there ever was. She was strong willed, sharp as a tack and she had “that edge.” She loved everyone! She will be truly missed by all! Graveside services will be 3:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Ark. 72209 (501) 455-5800. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Pulaski County Humane Society in honor of Buddy. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

———◊——— ALVERTA MAE NEE ANDERSON HANNA, age 87, of Little Rock, passed away Jan. 24, 2013, at Little Rock. She was born on July 16, 1925, in Danville, Ill.; she was the daughter of George Anderson and Daisy Delores Anderson. Alverta was a housewife and enjoyed Girl Scouts and being a Girl Scout Leader as well as playing the piano and organ. Alverta also liked music and pets. She is preceded in death by her parents and her younger brother, George Anderson. Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Calvin Hanna of Little Rock; daughter, Dolores Hanna Middleton of Little Rock; son, Christopher Hanna (Bobbie) of Cabot and children Eddie and Vicki Nelson; nephew, Brent (Amy) Illinois and children; and sister-in-law, Shirley Anderson, Illinois. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at Pinecrest Memorial Park Cemetery in Alexander. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Huson Funeral Home in Little Rock. Sign an online guestbook at www.husonfuneralhome.com.

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HERBERT LOUIS “SKEETS” HAUTH, 53, of Little Rock, departedthis life Jan. 19, 2013, surrounded by friends and loved ones. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 15, 1959, to the late Herbert and Betty Hauth of Dubuque, Iowa. He is survived by his longtime partner, Rick Milner; sisters, Patricia and Shirley of Dubuque, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews. He worked for MM Cohn and Dillard’s Department Stores and most recently Restaurant 1620. He was also a freelance home and retail windows designer. A special thank you to the staff of Arkansas Health Services, Saline Memorial Hospital and Arkansas Hospice for their compassionate care. In lieu of funeral and memorial services, a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Arkansas Aids Foundation or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.smithfamilycares.com.

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REMBERT LEE HUNT SR., 60, of Little Rock, departed this lifeJan. 24, 2013. He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Delphine A. Brooks; children, Rodney Wilbon, Richard, Rembert Jr. and Melanie Hunt, Olivia McGrudder, Brian Garrett; six brothers; twosisters; nine grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Visitation: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Monday with funeral service beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Robinson Mortuary Chapel, Little Rock, Bishop Jewel Withers officiating. 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.”

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CHARLEY SUE HOLEMAN LEISTER, 77, of Little Rock, passed away Jan. 25, 2013. Services will be today, Sunday, at 11 a.m. at Tyler Street Baptist Church. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Court, (501) 224-2200. Charley’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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BILL E. LOLLAR, 78, of Sherwood, passed away after a briefillness Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. He was an elder of Park Hill Presbyterian Church and a member of the Sunshine Sunday School Class. He was retired from Shelter Insurance. Bill was anavid tennis player, enjoyed running and was a regular at North Little Rock Athletic Club. Bill is survived by his wife, Willette Cartwright Lollar, of Sherwood; two daughters, Lisa (Steve) Hamric, of Rogers, Ark., and Melinda (Russ) Gagon, of Burnet, Texas; two stepdaughters, Laura (John) Hardy, of Little Rock, Ark., and Cathy (Paul) Carreras, of Little Rock, Ark.; five grandchildren, Dane Schielke, Dusty Schielke, Ben Hall, Liz Hall Stroud and Robert Crawford; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty Sleet, of Missouri; a brother, Carroll Lollar, of Illinois; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was preceded in deathby his parents, Arthur and Myrtis Lollar. Memorials may be made to Park Hill Presbyterian Church, 3520 JFK, North Little Rock, Ark., 72116 or a charity of your choice. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m., Tuesday at Park Hill Presbyterian Church. A private burial will precede the service. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.SmithFamily-Cares.com.

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MASON MAULDIN, age 31, of Little Rock, a Little Rock pilot andmusician, died Jan. 24, 2013. Instead of sending flowers, please know that there will a memorial established. Arrangements to be announced by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.

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SANDRA KAYE GUSBY MAYWEATHER, 45, of Little Rock, died Jan. 21, 2013, in Little Rock. Service will be Monday, Jan. 28, at 2 p.m. at St. John Baptist Church in El Dorado. Burial will be in Arlington Cemetery in El Dorado by Andrews Funeral Home.

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MARGARET ANN MINIHAN of Little Rock. Our loving Gammy wascalled to heaven on Jan. 24, 2013. She is survived by a sister, Madeline Suttle of Conway, Ark.; four children, Brendan Paul Minihan, and his wife, Bette, of Metairie, La.; daughter Kathleen A. Holmes and her husband, Travis, of Maumelle, Ark.; John Patrick Minihan and his wife, Kathy, of Miami, Fla., and Timothy Mark Minihan of Little Rock; six grandchildren, Shawn Holmes, Shannon Osborne, Brendan Minihan Jr., Aileen Minihan, Michael Minihan and Heather Nolan; five great-grandchildren, Seth Winter, Ethan Osborne, Aiden, Ewanand Evelyn Clare Minihan. She loved her church, Our Lady of Good Counsel, where she was a eucharistic minister for 15 years. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 1321 S. Van Buren St., Little Rock, Ark. 72204 with Pastor Rev. Warren Harvey, celebrant. Her final resting place will be with her loving husband, Paul, at Little Rock National Cemetery. Visitation will be today (Sunday) from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a rosary service prayed at 7 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, 5800 W. 12th St., Little Rock (501) 661-9111. Memorials may be made to the church. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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BOBBY KENNETH MORGAN, 78 of Little Rock, passed awaypeacefully on the morning of Jan. 26, 2013, to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born on May 15, 1934, in Star City. He graduated from the University of Monticello and was a retired director for Arkansas Employment Security where he worked 38years and was respected by many. Bob was a proud member of Geyer Springs First Baptist Church in Little Rock where he was a dedicated Deacon and Usher for many years. One adjective to describe Bob would be faithful. He was faithful to God, his church, his friends, but most importantly his family. He was a member of the Branchville Masonic Lodge in Star City where he was a 32nd degree mason. He also served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He is preceded in death by his parents, Houston R. Sr. and Venia Williams Morgan; his daughter Pam Morgan; and his brothers Wilbur and Gilbert Morgan. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Shirley Jacobs Morgan of Little Rock; his daughter Karen Rial of Mabelvale; his special granddaughter Morgan Adams of Mabelvale; his four brothers, Leonard, Raymond, Ronnie and HR Morgan of Star City; and his two sisters Dorothy Hawkins of Star City, and Linda Harrison, of Benton. The family will receive friends and family from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home in Little Rock. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at Geyer Springs First Baptist Church in Little Rock with Bro. Jeff Williams officiating. Graveside Service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday Jan. 29, 2013, at Drake Cemetery in Star City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the building fund at Geyer Springs First Baptist Church at PO Box 31510, Little Rock, Ark., 72260. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online obituary at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.

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VIVIAN EWELL MORROW, 77, who retired Sergeant of the Jacksonville Police Department, passed away Friday, Jan. 18, 2013. Born Sept. 11, 1935, Bakersfield, Calif., formerly from Modesto, Calif., Vivian moved to Arkansas to become a Law Enforcement Officer. She started as a certified EMT and soon attended the Arkansas Law Enforcement Academy with aspirations of working in the juvenile department, speaking for the youth and families of Jacksonville. She is survived by her three children, Michael Morrow of Las Vegas, Nev., Julie Mara of North Little Rock, Ark., and her youngest, Gregory Morrow of Jacksonville. She has three grandchildren, Grey Morrow, Harrison Mara and Georgia Mara. Vivian was known to never meet a stranger, so she leaves many loyal and caring friends who will miss her and her voice. A service will be held at Arkansas Funeral Care in Jacksonville, Ark., from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice Homecare of Little Rock.

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LUCIUS CHARLES MURRAY JR. of Little Rock, Ark., born Nov. 22,1943, passed Jan. 17, 2013. He is survived by wife, Ruby Murray of 43 years; one son, Curtis Murray (Shayla); one daughter, Lewanda Murray; two stepdaughters, Laverta(Sam) Williams, Joyce (James) Bryant; 10 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; one sister, Maple Lee Coston; a host of other relatives, and friends. Visitation Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, from 1 p.m.-6 p.m. at Gunn Funeral Home. Funeral service Tuesday Jan. 29, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at Gunn Funeral Home Little Rock Chapel. Service entrusted to Gunn Funeral Home 4323 W. 29th, Little Rock, Ark., 72204 (501) 660-4323.

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LAURA JANE NEWMAN, 55, longtime Little Rock resident and native of Hot Springs, joined her angel friends, and family, Jan. 25, 2013, after an incredible journey through life. She worked as a writer for nearly 30 years, including as a newspaper reporter, public relations professional, and in corporate communications. She served in past years as president of the Arkansas Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, chairperson of Riverfest, president of the Arkansas Women’s History Institute, and as a member of the St. Vincent Auxiliary.

She received a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Alabama, a master’s degree in writing from UALR, and was a doctoral fellow in Rhetoric at Carnegie Mellon University. She volunteered for many community causes and was a member of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.

After an incredible journey through life, her last seven years, while influenced by a diagnosis of Metastatic Breast Cancer, were busy with family and friends. She discovered the bliss of life and spent every day celebrating the beauty of each moment. She was not conquered by cancer because she beat the odds and lived each day to the fullest believing that each daywas a gift from God. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2006 she spent her time writing, knitting, needlepointing, traveling and working on her “bucket list,” and encouraging/inspiring others. She and her dog, Louie, were pet therapy volunteers for Arkansas Hospice and she was a handbell ringer at Trinity Cathedral.

She is survived by her parentsJerry and Sue Newman of Arkadelphia; two brothers, Dwight of Harrison, Ark., Marcus and his wife Teresa of Paducah, Ky.; two nieces and two nephews which she adored; a host of wonderful cousins, friends and caregivers and her precious dog Louie. A memorial service will be at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Little Rock at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, with private interment in Antioch Cemetery, Highway 225 East, Greenbrier, Ark. You may pay your respects to Laura during the open visitation at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parkway (501) 224-8300 from 3-7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in memory of Laura: Susan Komen Foundation, New Outlook at St. Vincents, Angel Flights, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral Needlepoint Guild (ANG), or the charity of your choice. Online guestbook: www.rollerchenalfuneralhome.com/chenal.

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L.D. OMAN, age 96, of Little Rock, Ark., went to be with theLord on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. He was born Aug. 27, 1916, in Clay County, Texas, to the late Harry Oman and Liza Bell Parks Oman. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Brady, C.D., Harry, R. Dell, Roy; and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Laurine Oman; daughters, Vivian Lake (Richard) and Jo Richardson (Eddie); four grandsons, Gregg and Michael Lake, Tony and Matt Posey; nine great grandchildren, Ashley, Dakota, Logan, Landon, Olivia, Justin, Cody, Logan, Zack; and great-great grandchild, Wyatt. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Ark. 72209 (501) 455-5800 with interment to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Fairview Missionary Baptist Church, 26407 S. Fairview Road, Hensley, Ark. 72065. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.

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VELLA HUBBS PEARSALL, born in Green Forest, Ark., on Christmas Day, 1925, to parents, John L. and Vida Hubbs, passed away on the morning of Jan. 23, 2013. Vella graduated from high school at 16 and went to work shortly thereafter atPine Bluff Arsenal. She was a stay-at-home mom while her children were growing up but went back to work later, and retired as the secretary/office manager for the Pulaski Association of Classroom Teachers. She enjoyed reading, bridge, crossword puzzles, gardening, and refinishing furniture. Her parents, brother, Jack, sister, Polly Farris, and infant daughter, Vanessa preceded her in death. Vella is survived by her daughter, Valerie Pearsall (Rich Roy), sons, Jimmy Pearsall (Ivy) and John Pearsall (Lee) and three grandchildren, Lila, Jillian, and Graham. There will be a graveside service on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Roselawn Memorial Park, 2801 Asher Avenue in Little Rock with the Reverend Jerry Collins, St. Paul United Methodist Church, officiating. The family wishes to thank the Staff of Hospice Home Care-Inpatient Center on Bowman Road for their care and kindness. Memorials may be made to Hospice Home Care or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W. Markham, Little Rock, Ark. 72205 (ruebelfuneralhome.com).

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JOSEPHINE “JO” GINN PERCIFUL, 95, of Little Rock, entered heavens gates on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. Born July 22, 1917, the daughter of Elmer and Aurelia Mace Ginn. After attending Good Counsel Elementary, Pulaski Jr. High and Little Rock High School she was a homemaker. She later was an entrepreneur of Perciful’sHot Dogs on Roosevelt Road in Little Rock and later an OfficeManager for Safeway Inc. Ice Cream Plant in Little Rock. She was a long time volunteer for the Red Cross and member of the ABWA, Avant Garde Chapter. Preceded in death by herhusband of 32 years Walter J. “Hap” Perciful. She was truly one of God’s Angels on earth and loved by those who knew her. She is survived by her sister Margaret Bradley, son Tommy and wife Glenda, daughter Patty Perciful Wallace and husband Tony, three grandchildren, Cary, Scott, and Pam and six great grandchildren. There will be a visitation for family and friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 27 at Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home at 5800 West 12 Street, Little Rock, Ark. A mass and memorial service will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 28 at Holy Souls Catholic Church located at 1003 North Tyler Street in Little Rock, Ark. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Little Rock, Ark. Please sign our online guestbook at www.GriffinLeggettHealey-Roth.com then click on obituaries then sign a guestbook and click on Josephine Ginn Perciful.

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LEROY RANDOLPH JR., 37, of Little Rock, departed this lifeJan. 23, 2013. He was preceded in death by his sister, Robin Green. He leaves to cherish his memory: father, Leroy Randolph Sr.; mother, Joyce Tearson; siblings, Joe Pearson (Linda),Rick Phillips (Stephanie), Keith Custer, Louis Shavers, Valissia Douglas, Darrell Robinson, Debra Butler; god-sister, Ruthie Mackintrush; special friend, Sherry Easter; other family and friends. Family hour: 5-6 p.m. Friday and funeral service: 12 noon Saturday, both to be held at Robinson Mortuary Chapel, Little Rock. 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.”

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Funeral services for SAMUEL SANDERS SR., of Little Rock will be at Lily of the Valley Church Ministry, 1123 Thayer Street, Little Rock on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 11 a.m. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 1, 1-7 p.m. at Watson Northcrest Funeral Home in North Little Rock, 501-812-5303.

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GEORGE RANDEL TOLER, age 59, of Little Rock, passed away atthe VA Hospice care facility in Little Rock on Tuesday, Jan. 22. He was born on Dec. 28, 1953, in Sapporo, Japan to Aubrey Terry Toler and Imogene Kinder Toler; his father, Aubrey TerryToler, preceded him in death. George is survived by his mother, Imogene Toler of Franklin, Ky., his daughter Monica White of Batesville, Ark. and his grandchildren, Julia White, Emma White, Maya White and Isaac Haskell White, also of Batesville, Ark. Survivors also include his brothers Robert Terry Toler of Franklin, Kentucky and Kelly J. Toler of Little Rock, Ark. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31 in the Chapel of North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St, North Little Rock. Celebrant Dianne Swaim will be officiating. Please visit www.cremationsofarkansas.com to sign the online guest register.

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BARBARA ISABEL WHITNEY passed away peacefully on Jan. 2, 2013. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Feb. 9, at 2:30 p.m., reception afterwards, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 1818 Reservoir Road, Little Rock. Barbara was the owner of the Creative Native Import store on Kavanaugh. Born in San Francisco, Barbara was involved inprogressive causes, the League of Women Voters, RE director atthe UU church, raising five children with loving care. She obtained a Master’s Degree in Physiology from Berkeley. She loved her bridge club friends. Already passed: husband, JohnWhitney, Department chair of Physiology at UAMS; daughter, Kitty Whitney; son, Eric Whitney. Barbara is survived by: her children, Kathy Whitney, Emily Alison, Brian Whitney; grandchildren, James Nichols, Jeremy Roberts, Nathan Roberts, Danny Sullivan Kaitlin Sullivan, Jason Weeks; and great-grandchildren, Dell Nichols, Vincent Weeks.

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ALEXANDER - William C. Vaughan Sr., age 84, of Alexander, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013. He was born March 14, 1928, in Texas. Mr. Vaughan was a self employed mechanic and served in the U.S. Navy. He was precededin death by his parents, John and Dorothy Vaughan and his wife, Beulah Vaughan.

He is survived by two sons, Billy Vaughan and John Vaughan and wife Shirley all of Alexander; brother, Ray Vaughan of Little Rock; sister, Jewell Gottsponer of Maumelle and two grandchildren, Jeremy Vaughan and wife Heather and Melanie Johnson and husband Jason.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Ashby Funeral Home. Graveside services will be 12 noon Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Pine Crest Memorial Park. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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BATESVILLE - Corrie Patsy Garms, age 84, of Batesville, passed away Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, in a local nursing home. She was born Dec. 22, 1928, in Little Rock, the daughter of William Henry Grady Garms Sr. and Jane Hicks Garms. Memorial services are set for 10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 8, 2013, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Batesville. www.willisfs.com.

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BATESVILLE - Tommy “TJ” Jernigan, 49, of Batesville died Thursday. Survivors: wife, Jeanette Jernigan; sons, Clif and Jacob Jernigan; one grandson; parents, Tom and Pat Jernigan; two brothers; two sisters. Services:10 a.m. Tuesday, Roller-Crouch Chapel, Batesville. Burial: Egner Cemetery, Salado. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Monday. Memorials: Maple Springs Missionary Baptist Church. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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BENTON - Charles Edward “Chuck” Matthews, age 49, ofBenton, passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. He was born May 17, 1963 in Dallas, Texas. Chuck was a D.J. and an I.T. Specialist.

He was preceded in death by his father, Carroll Matthews and grandparents, Phyllis and Charlie Grimes and Charles Murphy Stockton.

He is survived by his mother, Sasha Stockton; grandmother, Eunice Stockton; two daughters, Jennifer and Christa Matthews;grandson, Brayden Brown; three sisters, Theresa Matthews Bolen, Malena Smith and Nena Crist and a host of family and friends.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Ashby Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Ashby Funeral Home with burial at New Rosemont Cemetery. Bro. Kim Hammer will be officiating.

Family comments: Chuck enjoyed spending time with people and learning about their lives. He was always willing to give anyone time to tell their story and from that moment on he shared their lives with them. Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - George N. Phillips, age 79, of Benton, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013. He was born Feb. 2, 1933, in Centerville, Iowa. George was a retired carpenter and a Lutheran.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Velma Porter Phillips, wife, Marion Phillips. Survivors, son, Scott Philips, Benton; daughter, Sherry Moore, Bella Vista, Ark.; brother, Robert Phillips, New Point, Calif.; sisters, Marietta Permann, Wis.; Imogene (Ruth) Welch, Wash.; one grandchild, two great-grandchildren.

Memorial graveside services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at Pine Crest Cemetery by Ashby Funeral Home.

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CABOT - Katherine Leona Farrow, 79, of Cabot, died Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. She was born April 29, 1933, in Myrtle Beach, S.C. to the late James Eugene and Catherine Ollie Avant Thompson.

Mrs. Farrow was an active member of the Christian Church in Beebe where she was involved in children’s Sunday School classes and producing the Church programs. She was also a member of The Ladies of the Church which worked to raise money for children in third-world countries.

Mrs. Farrow enjoyed writing religious poetry and wrote the story of her life. Above all, Mrs. Farrow was a devoted wife and mother.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Farrow was preceded in death by her sisters, Louise Collins, Mariam Lowe and Nadine Thompson.

Mrs. Farrow is survived by her husband, James Elmore Farrow of Cabot; three daughters, Kathy Green and Karen Linder, both of Jacksonville and Karol Binyon of Ward; a sister, Fannie Murphy of Houston, Texas; five grandchildren, Christopher Armstrong of Sherwood, Jason Cole of Cabot, Amie Crow of Cabot, Natasha Paintin of Cabot and Michael Linder of Jacksonville as well as five great-grandsons and four great-granddaughters.

Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, in the chapel of Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home with Brother Doug Fry officiating. Burial will follow at Arkansas State Veteran’s Cemetery in North Little Rock. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

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CABOT - Louise C. Light Grimes, 88, of Cabot, died Wednesday, Jan.23, 2013. She was born Jan. 4, 1925, in Cabot to the late Jess Marvin and Mary Esther Burgess Cothran. Louise was a member of the First Baptist Church in Cabot and a shoe salesperson forDillard’s-Pfeifer Blass for 54 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Earnie Light in 1991and her second husband, Edward Grimes in 2012, as well as one brother and one sister.

She is survived by her son, Roger Light and his wife, Velma of Cabot; one brother, Pete Cothran of Cabot; two grandchildren, Tori Roberson and her husband, J.T. of Lonoke and R. D. Light of Cabot; four great grandchildren, Kaylee and Rylan Light, Tyler Johnson and Hunter Roberson.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Avey officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Arrangements by Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home, (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

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CAVE CITY - O. J. Laman, 86, of Cave City died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013. Born June 27, 1926, in Maxville, he was the son of Thomas Edner Laman and Jennie Ruth Snow Laman.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Betty Ruth Johnson Laman, one son and two daughters, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at the First United Methodist in Cave City at 10 a.m. Monday. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the First United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Cave City Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch-McGee Funeral Home of Cave City.

Memorials: First United Methodist Church, 501 Ark. Hwy 115, Cave City, Ark. 72521 and Arkansas Children’s Hospital, 1 Children’s Way, Little Rock, Ark. 72202-3591. Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CLINTON - Mr. Barry Lynn Weaver, age 51, of Clinton, Ark., passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, in Clinton. He was born Feb. 22, 1961. A visitation will be 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, at Roller-McNutt Chapel Clinton. Arrangements are by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Clinton. Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CROSSETT - Etta Mildred Evans, age 92, of Crossett, Ark. passed away on Jan. 24, 2013. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Pinewood Memorial Park with Bro. Eric Hodge and Bro. David Tohlen officiating under the direction of Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, Ark. (www.jonesservice.com.)

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DAMASCUS - Robert Lee Steele passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Jan. 24, 2013. Born in Ft. Worth, Texas on Nov. 26, 1945, he was the son of Theron and Virginia Steele. His military service in the Army (1966‚Äì1968 ) included a tourin Germany on a radar site. Bob was a city boy who enjoyed working his land, cows, and Doberman Pinschers. He is survivedby his wife Jo Ann Burcie Steele; his sister, Mary Kaye Moss and husband Jim; his brother, Jim Steele; and his nieces and nephews. His wife would like to thank the many doctors, nurses and all that were involved in his care. It truly was a group effort. His presence, laughter and wit will be greatly missed and never forgotten. The family request that memorials be made to the Conway Cancer Foundation, CARTI, Arkansas Nature Conservancy or any other Veteran’s Association. The funeral service will be private. www.olmstead.cc.

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DES ARC - Louis Charles Robinson, 81, of Des Arc, died Tuesday. Survivors include his wife Wilma, three daughters, one son, four brothers, one sister, two step daughters, four stepsons, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation is 12 p.m. Monday at Fellowship Baptist Church with funeral services following at 1 p.m. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery by Garth Funeral Home. www.garthfuneralhome.com.

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DRASCO - Dorothy Mary Ann Tamosaitis Elder passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013. Shewas born on Sept. 11, 1932, in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Chester Tamosaitis and the late Catherine Bernotas Tamosaitis. She is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, CharlesEdward Elder Sr., her daughters DeLaura Glenn, Deborah Trump (Robin) and Dianna Higgins (Jackie). She is also survived by her stepchildren, Judy Millines (Rick), Janet Boylan (Bud) and Charles Elder Jr. (Kristy) and grandchildren, Graeme Higgins, Matthew Higgins, Danielle Williams, Jennifer Corley, Thomas Pies, Patrick Boylan, Britney Boylan, Bridget Boylan, Blake Elder, and six great-grandchildren. Our family wishes to thank our Mom’s “other families” for all their love and friendship over the years. They are the members of the Holiday Hills United Methodist Church of Greers Ferry Ark., her many friends in Drasco Ark., the Concord Ark. Senior Citizens Center, the Yellow Rose RV Park in LeFeria Texas, and the ladies of the Red Hat Society. Funeral services and burial will be at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock AR at 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 28. Memorials should be made to the charity of your choice. Words cannot express how much we will miss our Mother but we know, as promised, she is being introduced to everyone in heaven. The online obituary, guest book, and memorial tribute are available at www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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EDGEMONT - Frederick William “Sonny” Janssen, 83, of Edgemont, passed away on Jan. 22, from prostate cancer. Fred was born in St. Louis, Mo. on Aug. 9, 1929. He married Patricia Ruth Powell on Valentine’s Day and they were married almost 60 years. Fred worked in a grocery store before and after school as a child. He was a meat cutter in the Marines, a plumbing contractor and a resort owner. He enjoyed fishing, watching authentic Westerns movies and shooting the bull with the boys over early morning coffee or at any fine drinking establishment that was available. Fred is survived by his wife, Pat, a sister, Norma of Heber Springs, a daughter, Julie and husband John Barnum of Greers Ferry, sons, Tim and wife Beth of Greers Ferry and Fred of Bastrop, Texas.His grandchildren are Patty, Hunter, Connor, Sammy and Summer. A memorial party will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Janssen’s at the Bay in Fairfield Bay. We are going to celebrate his life and “not make a project out of it.” In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Cleburne County Aging Program. Please visit www.cremationsofarkansas.com to sign the online guest register.

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GREENBRIER - Tammy Lasley, 49 of Greenbrier, died on Friday,Jan. 25, 2013. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at The Greenbrier Panther Pavilion at Greenbrier High School. Burial will follow in Marcus Hill Cemetery.Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Online guest book: www.rollerufuneralhomes.com.

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HAMBURG - Allene Waits Banks, 88, of Hamburg, died Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. Funeral services are 2 p.m., Monday at the Southside Baptist Church with burial in the Cleveland Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Sunday. Arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guest book at www.jones-hartshorn.com.

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HAMPTON - George M. Gorman, 68, of Hampton died Friday. Visitation is Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Benton Funeral Home in Hampton. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Monday at Victory Baptist Church. Burial at Union Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Hampton/Fordyce. To sign the online register: www.bentonfuneralhome.net.

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HATTIEVILLE - Elwanda Jones, 79, of Hattieville, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 24. Survivors brother, Glen Bost of Hattieville; two sisters, MaeDonna Hamm of Atkins, and Lucille Brown of Calif.Graveside Services will be held at Woodville, Calif. Arrangements by Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home. Online obituary is at www.bobnealandsons.com.

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HEBER SPRINGS - David Christopher Wilson, age 34, of Heber Springs, Ark., passed away Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013, at the Baptist Health Medical Center in Heber Springs. Born in New Orleans, La., on Feb. 11, 1978, he was the son of the late Robert and Charlotte Shrum Wilson. David was employed as a music producer. He is survived by his son, Zane of Heber Springs; and one brother, Mark Wilson of Hattiesburg, Miss. Arrangements are by Olmstead Funeral Home. www.olmstead.cc.

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HOPE - Mrs. Velda Jean Latcham, 83, Hope, passed away, Thursday, Jan. 24. She was born June 29, 1929, in Ozark, Ark., to Cecil H. and Agnes Harris White. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to the Christian Clinic of Hope. Arrangements Brazzel/Oakcrest The Funeral Home, Hope. Online guest book: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Bruce Allan MacPhee, 59, of Hot Springs,died unexpectedly on Jan. 24, 2013. Born in Vancouver, British Columbia on April 11, 1953, to Charles Allan and Jean Campbell MacPhee, he grew up in Hot Springs. Bruce was a 1971 graduate of Lakeside High School and received his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, where he was a member of the Arkansas Law Review. Bruce became a naturalized citizen of the United States of America on Jan. 27, 1976. Licensed to practice law in 1978, he was a founder of Cox & MacPhee (later known as Henry, Cox & MacPhee) in Hot Springs, and also served as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Garland County before joining Weyerhaeuser Company in 1993 as Corporate Counsel. At the time of his death, Bruce was Senior Legal Counsel-South for Weyerhaeuser.

He is survived by his wife, the former Leah May of Hot Springs; a daughter, Margaret “Maggie” Holt (Dr. Jeff Holt) of Little Rock; a son, Walter John MacPhee of Hot Springs; a sister, Heather MacPhee Niday (Chuck) of Arbovale, West Virginia; a brother, David MacPhee (Liliana), of Little Rock, and his parents.

Bruce was a loving husband and father, as well as being devoted to his family and friends. He was known for his many commitments to Hot Springs. He served on the Downtown Historic District Board, Hot Springs Family YMCA Board, Lakeside Alumni Association Board where he served as President, and the Screening Committee of the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival. He was recently recognized as Volunteer of the Year by Garland County Habitat for Humanity after preparing the closing documents of all 100 of the Habitat houses built in Garland County over the past 15 years. He loved to travel, paddle white water rivers, hike, cycle, golf, read, cook,and spend time with family and friends.

Bruce was a former member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, where he served two terms on the Vestry and as Senior Warden. Bruce had in recent years attended Lake Valley Community Church. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 28, at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hot Springs, followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. Memorial gifts may be made to Habitat for Humanity and Garland County Library. Arrangements are by Hot Springs Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.hotspringsfh.com.

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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE - Joe Frank Atkinson was born Jan. 1,1927, in Pine Bluff, Ark., to Samuel Luther Atkinson and Eila Callaway Atkinson, the youngest of siblings Mary Jane Atkinson, James Wiley Atkinson, Samuel Luther Atkinson Jr., all who preceded him in death.

He attended Gabe Meyer Elementary School, Pine Bluff Junior High School, and Pine Bluff High School. He joined the Army Air Corp, serving in Japan in the military police. As a student at the University of Arkansas he met his wife of over 63 years, Adair Crane. Graduating with a Bachelor of Business, he and his family lived in Vicksburg, Miss., prior to moving to Shreveport, La., where they lived for 40 years.

The last 16 years of their time in Shreveport, Joe and Adair spent the warm months on a houseboat on Lake Ouachita, where they had many good times with family and friends. He loved being on the water and enjoyed fishing. They have lived in Hot Springs Village since 1992.

Joe was a member of the United States Power Squadron, teaching numerous boating and boating mechanics classes. He was an avid golfer and served as a Marshal at Cortez Golf Course in Hot Springs Village. Joe was a passionate volunteer, serving as Assistant Leader of Boy Scout Troop 25. He was an active member of the Fraternal Order of Elks. He was a volunteer AARP Tax Preparer. He was a deacon at several Presbyterian churches, and Head of the Board of Deacons at Dunlap Presbyterian Church in Shreveport. Joe’s careers were in business sales working for Baird-Polan and Procter & Gamble, until a work accident forced early retirement. He then worked as an independent investor.

Joe was known by his family and friends for his twinkling blue eyes and contagious smile, his humor and his story-telling, and his love for his wife, Adair Atkinson, and their family, children Martha Atkinson D’Anna, Joe Frank Atkinson, Jr. (Fran), Ruth Atkinson Lee (Mike); grandchildren Lisa D’Anna Smith (John), Frank Christopher D’Anna (Jessica), Joe Frank Atkinson III, William Andrew Paul, Kristin Atkinson Stuart (Bleu), Lauren Crane Paul (fiance Colin Dean), and Rebecca Anne Paul; greatgrandchildren Ashley, Lindsey, and Haley Smith, Olivia and Jillian D’Anna, and Will Stuart. He will be missed greatly by his family and his friends.

The family extends much gratitude to Joe’s recent caregivers for their loving care, Primary Care of Hot Springs and Edith & Mark Todor, VA Foster Care Home. A service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Joe’s life will be held Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, 10 a.m. at Kirk in the Pines Presbyterian Church, Hot Springs Village, Ark. In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made to Kirk of the Pines Presbyterian Church, the Good Samaritan Society or Teen Challenge.

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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE - Richard A. Dillree, 63, died Jan. 23, 2013. Born Oct. 19, 1949, to Joseph and Doris Dillree in Lewistown, Pa. Richard is survived by one brother and one sister. There will be a private family service at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Cedar-Vale Funeral Home. Guests may register at www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.

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JONESBORO - Mr. Samuel Wilford Hoover Jr., 60, of Jonesboro died Saturday peacefully in his sleep at his home after a long illness. Mr. Hoover was born Sept. 16, 1952, in Crossett, Ark., and had lived in Bartlett, Tenn., for 22 years before moving to Jonesboro a year ago. Sammy was an outdoorsman who loved to fly fish, scuba dive, bicycle and backpack, He also enjoyed Go Kart racing, target shooting and photography. He was a Teamster, retired from Yellow Freight, Inc. and was currently a senior enrolled at Arkansas State University. Sammy was a member of the Stone Street Church of Christ in Jonesboro, Ark., and previously he attended the Rocky Point Church of Christ where he served as an elder.

He was the son of the late Samuel Wilford Hoover Sr. and Wilma Hall Hoover. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Gaylene Bradsher Hoover; one daughter, Leanne Hoover Morrison and husband Matt of Charlton, Mass.; one son, Samuel Angus Hoover and wife Kristina of Easley, S.C.; two grandchildren, Jaclyn Kirby Morrison and Charles Joseph Morrison both of Charlton, Mass.; one sister, Kate Hoover of Sherwoood, Ark.; and one brother, Billy Hoover of Jacksonville, Ark. Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 28, 2013 at 7 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Mitch Stevens officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 until 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. An online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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MAGAZINE - Nick R. Davis, 67, of Magazine died Jan. 25, 2013. Visitation 2-4 Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, with burial at Bethel Cemetery, Magazine under the direction of Booneville Funeral Service. 479-675-3392. www.boonevillefuneralservice.com.

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MENA - Betty Lou Copelin Beck, age 76, of Mena passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013 in Fort Smith. Services are Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, 2 p.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena. Visiation Sunday, Jan. 27, 6-7 p.m., Rosary at 7 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Barbara Jo Bozen, 66, of Mountain Home, passed away Jan. 24, 2013. Survived by her husband, John Jack Bozen of Mountain Home; two sons, Kirk D. Bozen of Mountain Home, Ark., Jon W. Bozen of Branson, Mo. All services will be private. Online Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MT. VERNON - Brandon Elliot Fleming, 28, of Mt. Vernon, passedfrom this life on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013. He was born on Thursday, June 21, 1984, in Little Rock to Charles and Cindy (Maxwell) Fleming. Brandon enjoyed the great outdoors. He lovedriding horses, fishing, and never met a stranger. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his parents; sister, Lola Fleming; girlfriend, Ashley Ormsby; stepson, Aven Ormsby; grandparents, Dwain and Margaret Maxwell and Gaylia Fleming; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Max Fleming. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at Geyer Springs First Baptist Church in Little Rock with Bro. Danny Stockstill officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Bank of the Ozarks in Charles or Cindy Fleming’s name for the Brandon Fleming memorial fund.

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PIGGOTT - Doris R. Causey, 86, of Piggott, Ark., passed away Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. Services will be held Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at 2 p.m. in the Hoggard & Sons Chapel in Piggott, Ark., with Dewayne Hornbeck officiating. Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home of Piggott, Ark., is in charge of the arrangements.

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PIGGOTT - Willard E. Hughes, 82, of Piggott, Ark., passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. Services will be held Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, at 3 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Piggott, Ark., with Charles Carrens and Rob Welborn officiating. Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home of Piggott, Ark., is in charge of the arrangements.

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PINE BLUFF - Patricia (Patsy) DeEtte Allbritton, age 71, of Pine Bluff, Ark., passed away on Jan. 25, 2013, at St. Bernards in Jonesboro Ark. The funeral service will be held graveside at Bellwood Cemetery in Pine Bluff on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at 10 a.m. Brother Jay Weaver of First Baptist Church of Osceola will be officiating. Visitation will be held at Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Ralph Robinson Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Ralph Robinson Funeral Home. Patsy was born in Pine Bluff, Ark., on Jan. 26, 1941. She graduated from Pine Bluff High School. Patsy was married to James Allbritton for many years. Patsy worked as a Daycare Owner for many years. She was also actively involved in her church. She was a Christian and of the Baptist Faith. Patsy is survived by her husband, James Allbritton; son, Richard Allbritton and wife, Devin Allbritton; daughter, Cindy Goble and husband, Kevin Goble; son, Jimmy Allbritton; brother, Larry Alexander and wife, Mary, son and daughter of Larry, Thomas and Abby; special cousin, Marion Weir and husband, Thomas Weir; grandchildren, Jonathan Allbritton, Dylan Allbritton, Madison Goble, Caitlyn Allbritton, and Mallory Goble. Patsy is preceded in death by her father, Archie Boyce Alexander and mother, Mildred Christine Farr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to First Baptist Church of Osceola, Youth Fund, 2900 West Keiser, Osceola, Ark. 72370.

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PINE BLUFF - Kenneth Glynn Moore, 71, of Pine Bluff, died Friday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Palmyra Cemetery with Bro. Mike Cottrell officiating. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online guestbook at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.

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PINE BLUFF - A.B. “Buddy” Rushing, age 72, of Pine Bluff, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, died Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. He was retired from Central Moloney after 30 years of service. Funeral services: Monday, 1 p.m. at Fuller Hale-South Funeral Chapel. Visitation: Sunday from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

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RAVENDEN - Lois Gibson, 68, of Ravenden, died Wednesday. Survivors: husband, Willard “Dub” Gibson; son, Ricky Gibson of Russell; daughter Jerrie Lawhon of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and eight stepgrandchildren. Funeral: 2 p.m. Monday, Jackson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Dowell’s Chapel Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Arrangements: Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh.com.

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ROSSTON - Alford B. “AB” Luck, 90, of Rosston passed away Jan.25, 2013, in Little Rock, Ark. He was born April 9, 1922, in Rosston, Ark., to Joe D. and Mary Adie Luck.

AB was a retired optician for Bausch & Lomb, a World War II South Pacific Veteran, and recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rosston where he served as a Deacon.

Mr. Luck was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Luck, also, his wife, Maxine Morgan Luck. He is survived by two daughters, Darla Hunt Wise of Little Rock, Ark., Rita Gail Stone, and husband, Dan of Sherwood, Ark.; grandchildren, Dr. James Hunt, Chief Jeff Hunt, Tricia Stevens, Amy Hinkson, and Eric Stone; great grandchildren, Al Hunt, Jessica Carey Huett, Jeremy and Trevor Hunt, Jonathan and Justin Stevens, Jessica, Amanda, Mary Kate, Charlie, Joey, and Faith Hinkson, Chase and Zachary Stone; great-great grandchildren, Avie June Huett, Gracie and Annabeth Hunt.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at 1 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Rosston with Bro. Charles Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Rosston Cemetery, under the direction of Pharr Funeral Home of Prescott. Visitation will be held Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, from 2-4 p.m. at the Pharr Funeral Home of Prescott. In lieu of flowers, family request memorials to the First Baptist Church of Rosston or Easter Seals Arkansas in the name of Alford B. Luck VIII.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Barbara J. Capehart, 77, of Russellville, died Saturday. Funeralis 10 a.m. Monday at the Shinn Chapel with burial in McFadden Cemetery at Dover, by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Visitation is 4-5:30 p.m., Sunday at the funeralhome. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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RUSSELLVILLE - B. Birl Trigg, 80, of Russellville, died Friday. The funeral will be 2 p.m., Monday, at Shinn Funeral Service in Russellville. Visitation 4-5 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials to Friendship Primitive Baptist Church, 2696 Crossroads North, Scranton, Ark. 72863 or ArkansasHospice. Obituary/guestbook available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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SHIRLEY - Mr. Elmer Napier, age 81, of Shirley, Ark., passed away, Jan. 25, 2013. He is survived by his wife, two sons, stepson, and two sisters. Visitation 1 p.m. and funeral service 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, Clinton. Burial at Shady Grove Cemetery Shirley, Ark. Arrangements are under Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Clinton. Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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STUTTGART - Minnie Lee Woerner Strabala, 84, widow of Roger Strabala Sr., died Friday. Survivors are sons, Tommy (Terry) Strabala and Mike (Norma) Strabala of Stuttgart and Roger (Gwen) Strabala Jr. of Atlanta, Ga.; brother, Jack Woerner; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral is 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with burial in Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday with Rosary following at 7 p.m. at Turpin Funeral Home. www.turpinco.com.

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TUCKERMAN - Wade Smith, 47, of Tuckerman departed this life Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. Graveside service will be 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Pauper Cemetery. Arrangements by Dillinger Funeral Home. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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VILONIA - Ruth Bradley, 77, of Vilonia, was called home to bewith the Lord, Jan. 25, 2013. Ruth Virginia Bradley was born Aug. 14, 1935, to Urie and Ruth (Bryars) Davis at Charleston, Mo. She was a member of Beryl Baptist Church.

She is survivedby her brother, Jack Davis of Wentzville, Mo.; sister-in-law, Frances Bradley of Conway; nephews, Ron (Judy) Davis of Bixby, Okla., David Bradley of Vilonia, Leah (Dan) Hite of Wentzville, Mo., Shelia Carlson of Palestine, Texas, Carolyn Pratt of Vilonia, Lynn Foreman of Conway, Debbie Bradley of Conway; 17 great-nieces and nephews and 12 great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Rev. Clyde Bradley.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at 3 p.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home (801 8 Avenue) in Conway with Bro. Wade Lentz officiating. Interment will follow at Carter Cemetery near Enola. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Beryl Baptist Church in Vilonia, Ark. The online guestbook can be signed by visiting www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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VILONIA - Nita Christine Martin, 39, of Vilonia passed away on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, at Center Point Freewill Baptist Church, Vilonia. Burial will follow at Cypress Valley. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Sunday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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WHITE HALL - Janice Sue Grider was born July 4, 1923, at Denning,Franklin County, Ark., the daughter of Daisy and Charles Huckaby. A graduate of Ozark High School, attended Draughns Business College in Fort Smith, Ark., and Fhur School of Business inPine Bluff, Ark. She was married to Murrey J. Grider of Warren, Ark., in 1942. He preceded her in death in 1958. Also preceding her in death was special friend John Overman.

Having retired from the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration-Revenue Department after 30 years of service., sheworked as director of the White Hall Museum 1991-2008. She was elected as the first woman alderman to the White Hall, Arkansas City Council in 1983 and served seven consecutive two year terms. Being a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, R.S.V.P., White Hall Chamber of Commerce, she served on the board of the Convalescent Home. She was selected from Arkansas to be in the “Photo of the Century” honoring at least one person from each state born on the Fourth of July between 1900-1999.

Survivors include two sons, Murrey L. Grider of Pocahontas, Ark., and Billy John “BJ” Grider (Vicky) of White Hall, Ark.; grandchildren Joe Grider (Summer), Suzanne Frisby (Norman), Jon Allen Yarbough (Candy) and 10 greatgrandchildren.

Visitation will be at First Baptist Church White Hall, Ark., Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, from 10-11 a.m. Services to be held 11 a.m. by Pastors Paul Williams and Bob Harper, at the First Baptist Church in White Hall, Ark. (where she was an active member for more than 50 years). Burial will be in the White Hall United Methodist Church Cemetery, by Ralph Robinson and Son. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the White Hall First Baptist Church Building Fund. Online register: ralphrobinsonandson.com.

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WHITTON - Ida L. Ellis, 89, of Whitton passed Tuesday morning at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. Ida was born March 25, 1923, in Tyronza to the late Eddy Lee and Artie B. Turner Jones. She was a homemaker and lived most of her life in the Whitton area, but lived the last 13 years in Wynne.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one brother, Harold W. Jones. She is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Jeff Sisk of Wynne, Sue and David Peridore of Tyronza; three sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Margaret Rye of Rogers, Danny and Reda Ellis of Whitton, and Ricky and Lynn Ellis of Caraway; 11 grandchildren, Timothy Rye, Cindy Bailey, Danny Jr., Dusty, Joe, Corey, Cannon Ellis, Renae McCullar, Rhonda Buie, Kevin Cecil, and Skyla Duncan; 19 great-grandchildren; and a host of family, friends, and her beloved dog J.C.

All services will be private with Emerson Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. To sign online registry go to: www.emersonfuneralhome.com.

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SAN ANTONIO - Major George Nestor Dickerson, USAF (Ret.), beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away onMonday, Jan. 21, 2013, at the age of 86. Maj. Dickerson was born and raised in Conway, Ark., and was a 1944 graduate of Conway High School. While attending East Texas Teachers College, he met thelove of his life, Vera Lee Stanford, whom he married on Sept. 3, 1950. George was preceded in death by his wife, Vera Lee Dickerson; parents, Foster and Jean Dickerson; brothers, Foster Rod Dickerson II and Jean K. Dickerson. He is survived by his daughters, Diana L. Morff, Caroline J. Phillips and Annette Cooper; grandsons, Patrick A. Stewart and Larry D. Knight Jr. and great-grandchildren, Reanna Hart and Scarlett Lynn Knight. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31 at Porter Loring North on 1604. Service Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, 12:30 p.m. Porter Loring North Chapel, 2102 North Loop 1604 East. Rev. Joe Walts officiating. Interment with full Air Force Honors in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.porterloring.com, Arrangements with Porter Loring North, 2102 North Loop 1604 East 210-495-8221.