Obituaries

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INDEX

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

PULASKI COUNTY

Katherine Elchos Apostle, 90, of Little Rock. Carol Ruth Berry, 61, of North Little Rock. Bert Stanley Brown, 89, of North Little Rock. Joseph Oscar Burnette, 93, of North Little Rock. Nilda Rosa Carrasquillo, 77, of North Little Rock. Elijah Click, 71, of Little Rock. Freddie Mae Harden, 58, of Sweet Home. Martin Coleman Henderson, 38, of Little Rock. Kegan Bernard Hilliard, 19, of Maumelle. Martin Lee Mooneyham, 50, of Little Rock. Georganne Ricks, 75, of Little Rock. Lorenzo “Ren” Smith, 66, of Little Rock. Rebekah Grace Tittle, 14, of Little Rock. Robert Steven Tittle, 48, of Little Rock. Tori Alysse Tittle, 20, of Little Rock. Willie Traylor III, 45, of Little Rock. James Dale Vinson, 67, of Little Rock. Steven Edward White, 58, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

BALD KNOB

Earl D. Strickland, 92.

BELLA VISTA

Bradley Eugene Gray, 49.

BENTON

Sheri Lynn Teague, 46.

BLYTHEVILLE

Bill Walker, 83.

CAMDEN

Shirley Jeanette McAnulty White, 70.

CONWAY

Michael Travis Dugger, 50. Mary Lasker, 65.

CROSSETT

Janie Ann Brockwell, 83.

DAMASCUS

D.J. Winfrey, 87.

DERMOTT

Varnell E. Lee Jr., 95.

DOVER

Joy Laverne Garland, 70.

DRASCO

Curtis Franklin Vanderpool Jr., 60.

HEBER SPRINGS

Daniel Boone Nantz, 93.

HOLLY GROVE

Delbert “Sonny Boy” Fannon, 78.

HOPE

Tamarqus M. Putty Love, 19.

HOT SPRINGS

William Preston Rosenaur, 86.

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE

Cyril (CY) Jones Porter Jr., 93.

JASPER

Jack Austin Harrison, 89.

JONESBORO

Gentry Louise Coffman, 79.

LONOKE

James Miller Malone Jr., 87. Eddie Lee Spencer Sr., 79. Jessie Lou Tucker, 81.

MAYFLOWER

Mark Bradley, 51. Robert “Bob” E. Oliver, 82.

MOUNTAIN VIEW

Judith Sherman, 70. N. Ellen White , 72.

NATHAN

Wallace L. Walters, 79.

NEW BLAINE

John James “Jim” Foster, 88.

NEWPORT

Anita Trobaugh, 58.

OZONE

Ida Mae Cline, 91.

PARON

Melvin Lee Hill, 79.

PINE BLUFF

Haven Faith Wrinkle, infant.

PRATTSVILLE

Craig Gardner, 53.

REDFIELD

James “J.R.” Johnson, 74.

RUSSELLVILLE

Donna Marie Spencer, 50.

SEARCY

James “Sam” Reynolods Gadberry, 46.

SHERIDAN

James L. Lamar Maples Sr., 79.

SPRINGDALE

Craig Branham, 85.

VILONIA

Jamye Denise Collins, 50. Royce E. Fulmer, 77. Dennis Troy Lavergne, 52. Glenna Sue Pickett Lavergne, 53. Reagan Michelle Miller, 15. Daniel Ray Wassom II, 31.

OUT-OF-STATE

OZARK, Mo.

Harley Thomas “Tommy” Morris, 64.

Pulaski County

KATHERINE ELCHOS APOSTLE, of Little Rock, Ark., passed away in her home on Thursday, April 30, 2014 at the age of 90. She was born on July 21, 1923 in Birmingham, Ala., to George and Olympia Elchos, immigrants form Volos, Greece. The Elchos family later settled in Vicksburg, Miss., with their four children.

In 1949 Katherine met and married Paul Nicholas Apostle and made their home for nearly 50 years in Jackson, Miss., where they raised four children and also raised three nephews, sons of Paul’s sisters who lived in Metamorphosis, Greece. Together as a family, they opened and operated seven Paul’s Restaurant/Paul’s Lamplighter Restaurants in four states.

During her years in Jackson, Katherine was an active member of the St. John the Divine and St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church. She taught Sunday school and for many years was the president of the Ladies Philoptochos Society, a philanthropic organization.

In 1999 Katherine and Paul moved and made a new home in Little Rock, Ark. They were married for 50 years when Paul passed away. In Little Rock, Katherine attended the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.

She was Yiayia, the Greek name for grandmother, to nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her culinary skills, especially for her delicious and plentiful Greek cooking and for her love of gardening.

She is survived by her four children: Dena Parker and husband, Angelo, Nick Apostle and wife, Alice, Libbie Vaden and husband, Steve, and Georgia Apostle; three nephews: Jimmy Pappas and wife, Teresa, Billy Poulos, and Niko Apostle; grandchildren: Denise Mitchell, Alyssa Parker, Camille Hassell, Katy Hedglin, Nicholas Apostle, Katherine Irby, Diane Montgomery, Katerina and Demetri Pappas; great-grandchildren Crew and Knox Hassell, Jackson Apostle, Hattie and Rhett Hedglin; and a sister, Viola Tyrones of Alanta, Ga.

Funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1100 Napa Valley in Little Rock, Ark., with Reverend Dr. Nicholas Verdaris officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Arrangement by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parkway Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to The Annunciation Scholarship Foundation, 1100 Napa Valley, Little Rock, Ark. 72211. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/chenal.

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•–––––CAROL R. BERRY, 61, of North Little Rock, Ark., died Sunday, April 27, 2014. She is survived by one brother, J.D. (Anita) Berry of North Little Rock; niece, Amber Goad and nephew, Christopher Goad. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Ruth Berry. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2014, at Victory Baptist Church in Sherwood, with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by Westbrook, a Smith Family Funeral Home. www.SmithFamilyCares. com.

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•–––––BERT STANLEY BROWN, of North Little Rock, born October 24, 1924 near Pleasant Hill in Lonoke County, Ark., died at the age of 89 on April 29, 2014.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Elsie LeMay Brown; his parents, Jesse and Ivy Howell Brown; brothers, Lee, Len, Bill, and Edwin Rex (Shorty); and sisters, Aileen and Mable Brown, Bessie Mathews and Tressie Barker. He is survived by daughters, Martha Holsted (Jay) and Margaret Adcock (Ricky) and grandchildren, Sarah Holsted (David), David Holsted (Jennifer) and Anna Leatherwood (Cory); five great-grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Lyons. Bert leaves behind 13 nieces and nephew, a host of friends, and friends of his children and grandchildren who loved him and called him “Bert-Bertie.”

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd. North Little Rock, Ark. 72116, (501-791-7400). Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Austin, Ark. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2014 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to The Friendly Chapel Church of the Nazarene, 116 S. Pine, North Little Rock, Ark. 72114.

The family would like to thank Dr. Joe Buford and Fox Ridge Assisted Living and their staff for the loving care they provided. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ owens.

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•–––––JOSEPH OSCAR BURNETTE, 93, of North Little Rock, formerly of Blytheville died April 25, at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Survivors, nephews, Len Williams and Sen. David Burnett; nieces, Carol Gozell, and Jane Burnette Clement. Funeral, May 3, 2 p.m. in Cobb Funeral Home. Visitation, 1 p.m. until service time. Condolences expressed at www.cobbfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––NILDA ROSA CARRASQUILLO, 77, of North Little Rock went to be with the Lord Monday, April 28, 2014. She was born in Cidra, Puerto Rico, to late Juan and Josefina Ramos. Nilda was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

She will be missed by all who knew her. Nilda was a member of the Catholic Faith. She was a homemaker. Nilda loved spending time with her family and cooking her famous Puerto Rican dishes. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed music, dancing and flowers.

She is survived by her husband Herminio Carrasquillo; and her children Iris Gabriel (Luis) of Sherwood, Sarah Gabriel (Emilio) of Cleveland, Ohio, Herminio Carrasquillo of Avon, Ohio, Nilda Johnson of Sherwood, Edwin Carrasquillo (Anne Jablonski) of San Jose, Calif., Nancy Banik (Neal) of Germany, and Yvette Compton (Larry) of Soddy Daisy, Tenn.; 11 grandchildren, Jennifer, Luis III, Matthew, Herminio III, Justin, Jacqueline, James, Rachel, Andrew, Nicholas, and Nia; 17 great-grandchildren; nine brothers and sisters; nieces, nephews and extended family.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2014 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd. North Little Rock, Ark. 72116 (501) 791-7400. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 2014 at St. Edward Catholic Church, 801 Sherman St., Little Rock, Ark. 72202. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.

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•–––––ELIJAH CLICK, 71, of Little Rock departed this life on April 21, 2014. Family Hour: Friday 5-6 p.m., Robinson Mortuary Little Rock Chapel. Funeral: Saturday, 11 a.m., Holy Cross Baptist Church, Dr. William Easter, Eulogist. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 1201 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Little Rock (501) 371-0111. Sign online guestbook at www.robinsonmortuary.com. “Service You Can Trust”.

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•–––––FREDDIE MAE HARDEN, 58, of Sweet Home, Ark., departed peacefully on April 26, 2014. She was a longtime employee with the Arkansas Democrat Gazette for 15 years. Preceding her in death both parents, Horatio and Queen Harden; two brothers, Lawrence Wells and Eddie Harden; two sons, Derrick Marshall and Emanuel Holloway. She leaves to cherish special memories, her children, Toni (James) Young, Machel (Lee) Greene, Larry (Yvonne) Marshall, Brian, Queen, Alvin, Anita, Marvin and William Harden; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Minnie Fitzpatrick; brothers, Earl Harden, George (Aletha) Harden and Alvin (Barbara) Harden and a host of other loving relatives and special friends. A celebration of her life will be on Saturday, May 3, 2014, 11 a.m., at Greater Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 7512 Hwy. 365 South, Sweet Home, Ark. Interment will follow at Zion Hill Cemetery, Sweet Home, Ark. Visitation: Friday, May 2, 2014, 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St., LR (501) 372-1305.

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•–––––MARTIN COLEMAN HENDERSON of Little Rock, Ark., was born in Brownwood, Texas January 28, 1976 to mother, Mary Garcia; and parents, Purnell and Drue Henderson. He accepted Christ at an early age at St. Mark Baptist Church where he served as a junior usher. He attended Mc-Clellan High School. Martin was active in the Boys Scouts of America and enjoyed fishing and cooking. He was a devoted father, son, uncle, friend, and recently became a grandfather.

He leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Artoria Allen, Madison Henderson both Little Rock and Ciara Wilson Hot Springs; his granddaughter, Morgan White, Little Rock; fiance’, Christie Estrada Houston, Texas; sisters, Tara Jones Dallas, Texas, Yendel Jones, Little Rock, Christina Garcia Brady, Texas and Adelina Hernandez Brady, Texas; nephews, Tory (Pavia) Jones and Alexander Jackson; niece Brianna Jones; uncles, Dwight (LaTricia) Henderson and Louis (Laverne) Thrower; aunts, Minnie Henderson, Shirley Price, Glenda (Ralph) Porchia, Debbie Thrower and Deborah Smith; cousins, Efrem Henderson, Joia Henderson and Julian Henderson; godparents, Plato and Mary Barnett; god sisters, Pretricia (William) Walker, Persephone Barnett and Angela (Tony) Forbes and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Home going services will be on Saturday, May 3, 2014, 11:00 am, at Grace Temple, 4217 S. Shackleford Road #1 Little Rock. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Sparkman, Ark. Visitation: Friday, May 2, 2014, 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St. Little Rock (501) 372-1305.

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•–––––KEGAN BERNARD HILLIARD, 19, of Maumelle went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2014. Kegan was born on July 30, 1994 in Little Rock, Ark. to Joseph and Kim Hilliard. He graduated from Parkview High School in 2012. He worked as a nursing assistant with plans to attend Nursing School in the fall.

Kegan had a magnetic personality and those who knew him called him friend. Kegan accepted the Lord as his Savior at a young age.

He is preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Elijah Maxwell and grandfather, Welford B. Jones. He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Kim Hilliard; his two brothers, Keary and Karsten Hilliard; his remaining grandparents, Carol Ann Jones, Annette Hilliard-Duhart, and Arthur Hilliard; a host of relatives and friends; and the love of his life, Auja McKinney.

Visitation will be held Friday May 2, 2014 from 5-8 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. 72211. Phone: 501-224-8300. Funeral Service is 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Full Counsel Metro Church, 1700 Maple Street, North Little Rock, Ark. 72114, Phone: 501-791-0600.

Memorials may be made to Parkview High School Football Booster Club, c/o Bookkeeper, 2501 John Barrow Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72204, Phone: 501-447-2300. Please share your memories and words of encouragement on his online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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•–––––MARTIN LEE MOONEYHAM was born April 4, 1964 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to his proud parents, Phillip and Malinda Mooneyham. Martin left this world April 27, 2014, too soon at the age of 50. Martin married Yinglin Wang (Kathleen) April 3, 2007 and they made their home in Little Rock. They enjoyed traveling and made several trips to China during their marriage.

Martin attended schools in Forrest City and Searcy, Arkansas, graduating from Searcy High School in 1982. He then attended college in Arkadelphia, receiving his Bachelor Degree in Aviation Engineering. He continued his studies at UALR in Little Rock and was a licensed commercial pilot with a VFR rating. Martin was an inventor and sold several patents. He worked for the Mueller Company of Little Rock at the time of his death.

He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Mooneyham of Searcy, Arkansas; grandparents, Henry and Helen Mooneyham of McAlester, Oklahoma, Edwin Martin of Oxnard California, and Frances Bolster of Searcy. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Mooneyham; his mother, Malinda Mooneyham; sister (and husband) Jantha and Mike Kever of Searcy; two children, Dori Mooneyham and Kei Mooneyham, both of Dallas, Texas; Aunte, Carole Martin of Portland, Oregon; and niece and nephews, Jessika Kever, Micheal Kever, and Zach Kever.

Martin was a wonderful person with a big heart, precious and caring. He loved and was loved by his family and always wanted to take care of everyone. He was a good friend to all. We will miss our precious loved one. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., (501) 224-2200. Martin’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––GEORGANNE RICKS, 75, of Little Rock, passed away Monday, April 28, 2014. She was born Aug. 28, 1938, in Little Rock, to the late George and Fern Lyford.

Georganne was predeceased by her husband Jett H. Ricks. She is survived by her children, Melody Taylor (Lewis), Jett V. Ricks (Robin) and Amy Gatewood, all of Little Rock; her siblings, Kay McCollum (Sid) and Bob Lyford (Nell), also of Little Rock; her grandchildren, Lowell, Anna, Claire and John Taylor; Jett Sam, Avery, Arden and Harper Ricks, and Ben and Lucy Gatewood, and nieces and nephews, Alison Nicholson, Robert McCollum, and Charles and Kate Lyford.

Known for her lovely smile and abiding interest in people, current events and the arts, Georganne was a graduate of Hendrix College, a homemaker, and the organist/choir director at The Good Shepherd Episcopal Church for many years. She was a wonderful cook and delighted in opening her home to guests, whether for special dinners marked by beautiful china and place cards or extended stays that sometimes lasted for months.

Georganne was a deacon and member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, where she loved singing in the choir, the Little Rock Aesthetic Club and the Happiness Singers. She supported the Arkansas Symphony for many years, as well as the Wind Symphony. She enjoyed playing bridge, walking with friends, going to movies and working crossword puzzles with family, as well as being an accomplished seamstress. She was always in the crowd at any event featuring her grandchildren, nieces or nephews.

Her charm, optimism and sense of humor will be greatly missed by her many friends and relatives. She served as a wonderful role model for all as a wife, daughter, in-law, mother, sister, and friend.

Services will be Saturday, May 3, at 10 a.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church with a reception to follow. Arrangements by Roller Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parkway Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Go Near Ministry at 17200 Chenal Parkway, Suite 300, Little Rock, Ark., 72223, or online at www.gonear.org. Online guestbook;www. rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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•–––––LORENZO SMITH “Ren” of Little Rock, Ark. was born August 29, 1947, the third child of Elisa and David Smith. Born and raised in Marianna, Arkansas he graduated from Anna P. Strong High School in 1966, and enrolled at Arkansas AM&N College, now the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB). Lorenzo earned a Bachelor of Science in Music Education in 1970.

Moving to Little Rock, he began an extraordinary 15 year career as a Band Director in the Little Rock Public School System. In 1987, he and his wife, Sandra opened Center Stage Music. In 2002 Center Stage received the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce Minority Business of the Year award. Hundreds of students received music instruction over the years because of “Ren” who never stopped being a music educator.

A gifted performer and composer, he and Sandra co-authored “Minor Key” the theme song for the 1970s local television show Minor Key hosted by the late, great Art Porter Sr. In addition, Lorenzo wrote theme songs for Black Entertainment Television (BET), the television show 30 Plus, KTHV Channel 11, KATV Channel 7, the radio show Time to Consider, and KITA 1440 radio. As a true Soul recording artist, he was featured on the True Soul CD and box set, “Deep Sounds from the Left of Stax”, released worldwide in June 2011.

In addition to being an entrepreneur, performer, composer, and educator, Lorenzo love the Lord and served faithfully at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. He was a Trustee from 1974-2013, President of the Men of Bethel and Director of the Men’s Chorus for over 20 years, Lay Organization President, Class Leader, Assistant Sunday School Teacher and Saxophonist.

His numerous awards and recognitions are a reflection of the many ways he served selflessly his church, profession, and community. Among his awards are: the 12th Episcopal District of the AME Church Lay Organization Business Award (2005), a citation of Service from the Arkansas House of Representatives (2005), the Governor’s Arts in Education Award (2006), Bethel AME Man of the Year (2006), and Little Rock Family Magazine Reader’s Choice Award for ” Best Music Teacher (June 2006). In 2013, Lorenzo was inducted into the “2013 Hall of Fame” by the Moton, Strong, Lee Alumni Association, Inc., Marianna, Arkansas.

Lorenzo was preceded in death by his father, David (KD) Smith Jr.; and his brother, Stanley Smith. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 39 years, Sandra Laverne Smith; his mother, Eliza Mobley Smith of Marianna, Ark.; six siblings, Alvin Smith (Barbara) of Carson California, Serdell “Pat” Williams (Howard), Riverdale, Ill., Faye Smith McClinton of Chicago, Ill., Bessie Smith Lancelin (Gregory) of Pine Bluff, Ark., David Smith III of Fayetteville, Ga., Joann Smith Nelson (Marcus) of Fairburn, Ga. He will be remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.

Home going celebration services will be on Saturday, May 3, 2014, 11 a.m., at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 815 West 16th Street, Little Rock, Ark. Family visitation will be held Friday, May 2, 2014, 6-7 pm, at the church. Interment will be at Haven of Rest Cemetery. Services entrusted to: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 S. Chester St. Little Rock, Ark. (501) 372-1305. Sign his online guestbook at www.ruffinjarrett.com.

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•–––––REBEKAH GRACE TITTLE, 14, of Little Rock, Ark., was joyfully welcomed home by her heavenly father on April 27, 2014. Rebekah was born on June 21, 1999 in Little Rock, Ark. to Robert & Kerry Tittle. She was homeschooled throughout her life and was a member of the Home Educators of Greater Little Rock, as well as the Valiant Defenders Party Student Leadership Society. Rebekah was a committed member of the Bible Church of Little Rock along with her family.

Rebekah was known for her bright smile and gentle countenance, and for her characteristic “high fives.” Bekah was an avid reader with a love of film and film editing, and had hopes of working on an upcoming film project by her favorite book series. Bekah brought light and joy with her wherever she went, and could be counted on to lighten any serious moment with her sense of humor and joyful spirit. Bekah’s beautiful golden hair was an outward display of the light radiating within.

Rebekah journeyed to Heaven along with her father, Robert Tittle, and her older sister, Tori Tittle. Bekah’s joyful spirit will live on in the hearts of her mother, Kerry Tittle, and her seven siblings, Whitney, Emily, Isabella, Noah, Mollye, Asa, and Joshua Tittle.

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday May 2, 2014, at Fellowship Bible Church of Little Rock, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at Roller Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parwkay, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300.

Donations and memorials to the Tittle family may be made through The Bible Church of Little Rock at http://www.bclr.org/ tittle.

Please share your memories and words of encouragement on Bekah’s Facebook page at http:// facebook.com/rebekah.grace.tittle. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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•–––––ROBERT STEVEN TITTLE, 48, of Little Rock, Ark., went home to be with his Savior on April 27, 2014. Rob was born on April 16, 1966 in Bethesda, Maryland to Joseph Paul & Rosella Tittle. Rob was a faithful member of the Bible Church in Little Rock along with his family. In addition to being on staff at Family Life, Rob was an advisory board member of the Home Educators of Greater Little Rock.

Rob was an active volunteer in Awanas and many other organizations for over 15 years. He enjoyed woodworking, sports and camping with his family. Rob’s life was marked by a continual willingness to do whatever it takes to serve God and his family, and he followed this call through until he was taken home to his Savior.

Robert had the privilege of journeying to Heaven alongside his daughters, Tori and Rebekah Tittle. Carrying his legacy forward in this life is Rob’s wife, Kerry Tittle, and his seven children, Whitney, Emily, Isabella, Noah, Mollye, Asa, and Joshua Tittle.

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday May 2, 2014, at Fellowship Bible Church of Little Rock, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at Roller Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300.

Donations and memorials to the Tittle family may be made through The Bible Church of Little Rock at http://www.bclr.org/ tittle.

Please share your memories and words of encouragement on Rob’s Facebook page at http:// facebook.com/Robert.Tittle.

But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31.

Online guestbook. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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•–––––TORI ALYSSE TITTLE, 20, of Little Rock, Ark., was joyfully welcomed home by her heavenly father on April 27, 2014. Tori was born on December 14, 1993 in McAlester, Okla. She is the daughter of Robert and Kerry Tittle. Tori was homeschooled throughout her life and was a member of the Home Educators of Greater Little Rock. Tori was a committed member of The Bible Church of Little Rock along with her family.

Tori’s love of animals was evident to all who knew her, and especially to her devoted black Labrador Retriever, Abby. Tori aspired one day to be an animal trainer. She loved spending long hours in God’s Word and was involved in Bible study through Bible Study Fellowship. She possessed a uniquely sweet and gentle spirit, and instantly, unconditionally, and unselfishly loved those around her. Tori was a gift of love and encouragement to all who were privileged to encounter her.

Tori was taken to heaven along with her father Robert Tittle and her younger sister, Rebekah Tittle. Tori’s mother, Kerry Tittle, and her seven siblings, Whitney, Emily, Isabella, Noah, Mollye, Asa, and Joshua Tittle will be carrying Tori’s gentle spirit forward in this life.

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 am on Friday May 2, 2014, at Fellowship Bible Church of Little Rock, 1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72223. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at Roller Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 224-8300.

Donations and memorials to the Tittle family may be made through The Bible Church of Little Rock at http://www.bclr.org/ tittle.

Please share your memories and words of encouragement on Tori’s Facebook page at http:// facebook.com/tori.tittle.5

I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13.

Online Guestbook:www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

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•–––––WILLIE TRAYLOR III, 45, of Little Rock departed this life on April 22, 2014. Visitation: Friday, 12-6 p.m. Funeral: Saturday, 11 a.m., both at Robinson Mortuary Chapel NLR. Services entrusted to Robinson Mortuary, 4511 E. Broadway, North Little Rock (501) 374-0111. “Service You Can Trust”.

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•–––––JAMES DALE VINSON was born September 4, 1946 in Mobile, Ala., to James Otis and Thelma Vinson. He died April 29, 2014 in Little Rock, Ark. He grew up in Montgomery, Ala., and Fort Walton Beach, Fla. He received his BA from Samford University in Birmingham, Ala., and his Masters of English from The University of West Florida in Pensacola, Fla.

In 1971, he began a teaching career as a co-founder of Creative Learning Center, an independent private school, in Pensacola, Fla., where he also served as Director until 1998. His passion in life was to see his students find their joy and success in life. His students revered him and Dale made lasting impressions on their hearts and lives. For 13 years Dale organized Outward Bound trips to the Florida Everglades. These played a major role in teaching eighth-grade students to excel in character development, leadership, and service.

Dale was an avid marathon runner and outdoors person. He loved hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and racquetball. We pay tribute to his humor, boundless imagination, and endless creativity. We salute his faith and strength in the face of adversity through his personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Dale is survived by his wife, Dee Vinson; his children Daniel (Courtney) Martinez and Alyssa Martinez of Little Rock, Ark.; his sisters June McNamara (Howard) of Princeton, New Jersey, and Danella Nipper (Bob) of Daytona Beach, Fla.; 22 nieces and nephews, and a precious grandchild, Graham Ponder Martinez.

A celebration of Dale’s life will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 11 a.m. Dale’s family would like to thank Arkansas Hospice for the compassionate care he received during the last few days of his journey to meet his Savior in Heaven, Jesus Christ. Memorial donations in Dale’s name may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County.

“I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the Righteous Judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but to all who have longed for His appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7, 8. www.ruebelfuneralhome. com.

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•–––––STEVEN EDWARD WHITE, 58, of Little Rock went home to be with the Lord April 29, 2014 succumbing after a long struggle. Born October 11, 1955 in Pulaski County, Ark., he was the son of William White and Phyllis Stacks Fulmer. Steve was a father figure to several children that he helped raise, was the type of man who never met a stranger, would give you the shirt off his back and loved friends and family.

Preceded in death by his father, two brothers, Dennis White and Bill Stacks, he is survived by his mother, Phyllis Fulmer; his sister, Patricia Barnes (Gresham); his best friend, Rhonda Mills; and numerous nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Friday May 2, 2014 at Walnut Grove Cemetery with Rev. Larry Ballard officiating. Visitation will also be Friday from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, 5800 W. 12th St., Little Rock (501) 661-9111. To sign Steve’s online guestbook, go to www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.

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BALD KNOB — Earl D. Strickland, 92, of Bald Knob, died Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at his home. He was born August 20, 1921 in Griffithville a son of the late Frank and Mary Mantooth Strickland. Earl was a WWII Army veteran. Upon his return from his military duty, he started Strickland Lumber Company in 1947 and it still operates today. Mr. Strickland was a lifelong member of the Central Baptist Church and had served nearly 20 years as the Mayor of Bald Knob. At one time, he was the oldest sitting Mayor in the state of Arkansas. He was a former member of the White County Quorum Court as well as the Bald Knob City Council for many years.

He is survived by his sons, Phillip Strickland and wife Pat and Jed Strickland and wife Rita; five grandchildren, Justin Strickland (Jessica), Nick Strickland (Jordan), Amy Simpson, Autumn Strickland Branam and Barry Strickland; eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Strickland and a brother.

Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, May 2, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Keith Lunceford and Bro. Paul Reams officiating. Interment will follow in the Shady Grove Cemetery by Powell Funeral Home, Bald Knob-Judsonia. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

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•–––––BENTON — Sheri Lynn Teague, 46, of Benton passed away on April 29, 2014. She was born on December 29, 1967 in Benton. Graveside services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2014 in Pinecrest Memorial Park, Alexander, Ark. Online guestbook at rollerfuneralhomes.com/ ballard.

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•–––––BLYTHEVILLE — Captain Bill Walker, 83, of Blytheville, died Tuesday, April 29, at Heritage Square Nursing Center. Survivors, wife Anna Bell Walker, of the home; son Bill Walker Jr. of Bartlett, Tenn; grandson, Eric Walker of Millington, Tenn. Funeral, Friday, 2 p.m. Visitation, Thursday, 5-7 p.m. Condolences expressed at www.cobbfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––CAMDEN — Shirley Jeanette McAnulty White, 70, of Camden, Ark. died Tuesday, April 29, 2014. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday at Proctor Funeral Home. Burial in Bethesda Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Proctor Funeral Home. Memorials to Ouachita County Medical Center Hospice or Gideon’s International. To sign the online guest register, visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––CONWAY — Michael Travis Dugger, 50, of Conway, born May 28, 1963, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2014. He was employed by United States Postal Service for 16 years. He served six years in the Navy.

Michael is survived by his parents, Travis and Sally Dugger. He is also survived by a brother, Tim and his wife Shelly Dugger; niece, Kelsey Dugger; and additional family in North Carolina and Maine.

Service will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2014 at Arkansas Funeral Care, 2620 W. Main Street, Jacksonville, Ark. To sign his guestbook, please visit www. arkansasfuneralcare.com Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care.

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•–––––CONWAY — Mary Lasker, 65, Conway, departed this life April 26. Survivors mother, Lula Malcum; children, Dorothy Wood, Angela Lasker, Solomon Russ Jr., Marvin Russ; five siblings. Funeral 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Harrison & Willow Church of Christ, Conway. Visitation: 7-8 p.m. Friday at funeral home. Interment Ray Cemetery. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, Conway. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––CROSSETT — Janie Ann Brockwell, 83, of Crossett, died Wednesday, April 30, 2014. Graveside services and burial are 2 p.m., Friday in the Carlock Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. 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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•–––––DAMASCUS — D.J. Winfrey, 87, of Damascus, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2014. He was born on July 26, 1926 to the late King David and Serena Elizabeth (Rollins) Winfrey.

D.J. is survived by his wife of 66 years, Majorie Winfrey; one sister, Myrtle Hensley of Damascus; many nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Elmer Winfrey, Earl Winfrey, Jack Winfrey, and Virgil Winfrey; four sisters, Hattie Winfrey, Dovie Hudspeth, Esther Harmon, and Pauline Hendricks.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2014, at First Baptist Church Damascus with Bro. Daniel Williams officiating. Burial will follow in the Spires Cemetery in Damascus. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers: Johnny Winfrey, Robert Lee Winfrey, Terry Hensley, Larry Winfrey, Danny Harmon, T.H. Gibbs. Honorary Pallbearers: J.D. Harmon, Tony Winfrey, Ricky Winfrey, Jerry Hensley, Joe Hensley. Online guestbook:www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––DERMOTT — Varnell E. Lee Jr. passed away late in the evening of April 28, 2014 at McGehee Hospital. Varnell was 95. He was born in Winchester, Ark. on October 29, 1918 to the late Varnell E. Lee Sr. and Bertha Chapman Lee. Varnell was the grandson of Desha County pioneer Dan G. Lee.

Varnell was preceded in death by his wife Katherine McAfee Lee. He was a devoted husband and father of four sons and a daughter.

Varnell left McGehee when the Missouri Pacific RR round house was closed in the 1950’s. After living in Louisiana and Mississippi, Varnell returned to McGehee where he owned and operated the Desha Tile Company for decades. He was active in the First Methodist Church and served on the board of directors. Varnell was Past Master of the Desha Masonic Lodge 643 and was a 32nd degree Mason.

Varnell is survived by his children, Varnell M. Lee and his wife Sarah of Pittsboro, N.C.; Dan Lee and his wife Terri of Arkansas City, Ark.; Sharon Towles of Parkin, Ark.; Charles H. Lee and his wife Linda of Watson, Ark.; Christopher Lee and his wife Dwana of McGehee, Ark. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2014 at the Griffin Culpepper Funeral Service in McGehee, Ark. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3 at First United Methodist Church of McGehee, Ark. with Rev. Joe Head and Rev. Kenny Shaw officiating. Burial to follow at Tillar Cemetery. Pallbearers are Allen Evans, Frank Evans, Lloyd Evans, Keith Lee, Jay Hardin, and David Binns. On-line guest book may be signed at www.griffinculpepper.com.

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•–––––DOVER — Joy Garland, 70, of Dover, died Tuesday, April 29, 2014. The funeral service is 2 p.m. Friday at the Shinn Chapel with burial following in Rest Haven Memorial Park in Russellville by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Visitation is Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Online obituary/guestbook: www.shinnfuneral.com.

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•–––––DRASCO — Curtis Franklin Vanderpool Jr., 60 of Drasco, died Monday, April 28, 2014. Curtis was born May 26, 1953 in Little Rock to the late Curtis Franklin Vanderpool, Sr. and Martha (Roland) Vanderpool. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Diane Pilcher. Curtis was a proud veteran of the US Marines. He was a long-haul truck driver, and enjoyed riding his motorcycle.

Curtis is survived by sons Chris Vanderpool and wife Montana of Cabot and Aaron Vanderpool of El Paso; the light of his life, granddaughter, Kayla Vanderpool; the mother of his children, Donna Harper of El Paso; nephew, Charles Pilcher and wife Michelle and their children, Steven and Brittany of Drasco; and his special friends, members of the Star Group.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Arkansas Funeral Care, 2620 W. Main St., Jacksonville. Funeral service will be at noon, Friday, May 2, 2014 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Edgewood Memorial Park in NLR. www.arkansasfuneralcare.com.

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•–––––HEBER SPRINGS — Daniel B. Nantz of Heber Springs, born July 13, 1920, went home to the Lord April 29, 2014. He was 93 years old. D.B. was predeceased by his sweetheart Mary F. Nantz. He is survived by his four children, Peggy Hackett, Beverly Johnson, Daniel Nantz, Tim Nantz, and 27 grandchildren. Funeral service Saturday, May 3, 11 a.m. at Olmstead Chapel with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Cleburne County Memorial Gardens. www.olmstead.cc.

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•–––––HOLLY GROVE — Delbert “Sonny Boy” Fannon, 78, died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, Ernestine Fannon, sons, Wayne, Carl and Lee Fannon, daughter, Cathy Tanner, sisters; Lucille Norwood, Dovie Fannon, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Thursday Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home-Clarendon, Services: 2 p.m. Friday, Believers Fellowship Church-Holly Grove Macedonia Cemetery Obit/www.bobnealandsons.com. 80747-3704.

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•–––––HOPE — Service for Mr. Tamarqus M. Putty Love, 19, 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3, Jones Field House Hope High gym with Rev. Rico McClenton officiating burial Scott’s Memorial Gardens in Hope. Wake; 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, May 2, at Brazzel/Oakcrest Funeral Home. Arrangements by Brazzel/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope. Online guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––HOT SPRINGS — William Preston Rosenaur, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, died April 29, at the age of eighty-six, after a brief illness. Born on August 23, 1927, to Theodore Joseph and Maymee Belle Rosenaur in Sublette, Kansas, he moved with his family to Mena, Arkansas, in 1932. He was a graduate of Mena High School and a veteran of the United States Navy, having been stationed on the USS Pitt and having served in the South Pacific theater of operations. Mr. Rosenaur held a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Master’s Degree in Education from Southern State College, and was a Licensed Professional Counselor. He retired in 1989 from the Oil Belt Vocational and Technical School in El Dorado, Arkansas, where he had served as Assistant Director. After retiring, he moved to Hot Springs. He was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity and Phi Delta Gamma professional fraternity.

Mr. Rosenaur was preceded in death by his parents, his wives Frances A. Atkinson Rosenaur and Jean Ross Rosenaur, a sister, Mary E. Lowrance, and a brother, Arden L. Banks Cullen. He is survived by one daughter, Sallie R. Barron and her husband Greg; one son, William Warren Rosenaur; two sisters, Sally Hamill and her husband Tom, and Patsy Muller and her husband Wayne; a stepdaughter Debbie Ross Noland and her husband Stewart; four grandchildren, Caitlin Barron Morgan, Sam Barron, Ross Noland, and Claire Noland Beggans, and one great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held on Friday May 2, at 10 a.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hot Springs, where his ashes will be interred in the columbarium. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 228 Spring St., Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913. Arrangements made by Gross Funeral Home.

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•–––––HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — Cyril (CY) Jones Porter Jr., 93, of Hot Springs Village died on Friday April 25, 2014 at a local hospital. Cy was born October 20, 1920 to the late Cyril J. and Myra Porter in Fairfield, Alabama. Cy was a graduate of Auburn University and was in the United States Navy and was a WWII veteran. He was a member and had served as an elder at Presbyterian Kirk in The Pines Church.

Cy is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Elizabeth and three daughters: Sally Seward and husband Albert of Petersburg, Virginia, Susan Mann and husband Tom of Boston, Massachusetts and Cindy Hagy and husband Bill of Bristal, Virginia; five grandchildren: Christopher and Sara Seward, Lauren Mann, Leslie Mann Polubinski and husband Jeff and Jason Keen and wife Anna Lindsay; and two great-grandchildren: Porter and Sadie Keen.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Presbyterian Kirk of The Pines, burial following in the Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements entrusted to CedarVale Funeral Home. Guests may register at www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.

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•–––––JONESBORO — Gentry Louise Coffman, 79, of Jonesboro, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Chapel services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Trinity Cemetery. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––LONOKE — James Miller Malone Jr. of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully Sunday April 27, 2014, with the dignity and faith in God he maintained his entire life. He was born September 30, 1926, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Adele Willson Malone and James Miller Malone Sr. Jim was the oldest of their three children: Libby Campbell of Harrison and Marian Latham of Shreveport Louisiana, both of whom survive him.

Jim is also survived by his muse and loving wife of 62 years, Ruby “Doretta” Malone of Lonoke, Arkansas; his daughter, Beverly Malone Jones, her husband, Bobby Jones Jr., of Keo, Arkansas, their sons, Jade Jones and Casey Jones of Fayetteville, Arkansas; his son, Jim B. Malone and wife, Louise Malone, of Carlisle, Arkansas, their two daughters, Raychel Pendergist and her husband, Amon Pendergist, Carlisle, Arkansas, and Lauren Thomson and her husband, Rob Thomson, of Dallas, Texas.

Jim attended elementary school in England, Arkansas, and later Lonoke schools. He graduated Lonoke High School in 1944 after taking a high school equivalency test at the University of Arkansas to be able to enter the United States Navy the same year. After serving two years in the Pacific Theater of World War II on an auxiliary repair ship, Mr. Malone was mustered out the Navy in Millington, Tennessee.

Upon leaving the Navy, Jim campaigned for his father who ran for Governor of Arkansas in 1946. He entered the University of Arkansas in January 1947 graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1949. Jim then entered law school at the urging of his friend Orval Faubus but later decided becoming an attorney was not his cup of tea. Beginning in 1950 Jim became involved in Arkansas state politics, giving speeches on behalf of Governor Sidney McMath and Orval Faubus in 1954. He was a speechwriter for Faubus during his second campaign for Governor in 1956. Jim even ran for Governor himself in 1970. While heavily involved in politics, Jim made time to start J.M. Malone & Son Enterprises in 1952. A fish farming entity that still operates as a family business today. His achievements in the aquaculture industry were many and included being elected President of the Arkansas Fish Farmers Association and American Fish Farmers Federation, recipient of National Aquaculture Association Lifetime Achievement Award, and was instrumental in many key pieces of legislation to further the aquaculture industry. Jim pioneered the use of sterile grass carp and the verification method necessary to test for their sterility by assisting in establishing the National Triploid Grass Carp inspection program and protocols still in use today across the United States. He was named to the Lonoke County Farm Family of the Year in 2009. He also headed a successful effort to stock the Panama Canal in Central America with grass carp for vegetation control in 1977 by flying his fish hauling trucks on C-130 Transport planes. The University of Central Arkansas called for Jim’s papers to be put in their Archives in 2000.

Jim was a member of the Lonoke Baptist Church, lifelong member of the Masonic Lodge and a 50-year-plus member of the Lonoke American Legion. He was an amateur magician, piano player, a wonderful dancer, published author and avid storyteller. To his children and grandchildren Jim “Poppa” was a kite maker, firework shooter, swim and dive instructor, The Black Shadow in the Green Forest, house boat captain, snow sled builder extraordinaire, knee bouncer singer, and a mean Bloody Mary maker.

Jim was an intellectual person of many interests. He loved the writings of Nikola Tesla and the Bible. He had a firm handshake; his word was his bond and character was the wall God leaned him against for support.

Jim started his journey to happiness late in the year of 1950 when he met Little Willy his soon to be wife Doretta that resulted in 62 amazing years of marriage. Jim and Doretta were inseparable and created a family based on core values that have transcended to their grandchildren. His faith in God and Savior Jesus Christ was his core through this earthly life and built him a life everlasting. He will be missed by all until we see him again.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for prayers for those in need and the ones still lost. The memorial service will be at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke, Arkansas, Saturday, May 3, 2014, at 11 a.m. A short informal visitation will follow. www.boydfuneralhome. net.

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•–––––LONOKE — Eddie Lee Spencer Sr., 79, Lonoke, Ark., departed this life April 25. Survivors, wife, Laura Spencer, Lonoke; sons, Wade Spencer, Lawton, Okla.; Gary Spencer, Lonoke; Randall Spencer, Conway; daughters, Diane Spencer and Monica Jackson, both of Conway; Danita Spencer, Lonoke; five sisters; one brother. Funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014, Gateway Fellowship Int’l Church, 101 Alice Lane, Lonoke. Visitation: 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment: Sunset Cemetery, Lonoke. Services entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, 910 Walnut Street, Conway. (501) 327-1124. www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––LONOKE — Jessie Tucker, 81, of Lonoke passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2014. She was the daughter of Artie and Ollie Blue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd D. Tucker, her parents and a brother E.C. Blue. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy (William) Burrow and Linda (Roger) Crawford; six grandchildren, Brian Burrow, Blake Burrow, Brandy Burrow, Melissa Huett, Jessica Charlton and Andy Crawford; 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ella Mae Larkin and Ida Faye Porter; a brother, Artie Blue, Jr.; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was born in the community of Culler and moved to Lonoke where she graduated high school in 1950. She worked and raised her daughters and was a loving mother and wife. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 1 at the funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2 at Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Garden. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

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•–––––MAYFLOWER — Mark Bradley, 51, of Mayflower, earned his angel’s wings on April 27, 2014. Visitation will be Friday, May 2 from 6-8 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). Services will be Saturday, May 3 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, followed by interment at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501) 224-2200. Mark’s online guestbook may be signed at www. littlerockfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––MAYFLOWER — Robert “Bob” E. Oliver, 82, passed away Sunday during the tornado, April 27, 2014. He was born March 19, 1932 in Mayflower, Ark. to the late James Edward and Della B. (Washam) Oliver. Bob was also preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Reba (Harmon) Oliver, two sisters, Edna (Oliver) Gossett and Margaret (Oliver) Henze, and one brother, William E. Oliver.

Bob was a lifelong resident of Mayflower and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mayflower. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict and a graduate of Mayflower High School. Bob was employed as Head Maintenance Supervisor for General Service Administration from 1968 until his retirement in the summer of 1986. He enjoyed duck and quail hunting, fishing, woodworking, home building, dancing and spending time with his family and friends.

Bob is survived by his two daughters, Karen Elaine Oliver-Young of Atlanta, Ga and Debra K. Oliver of Mayflower and his very special friend, Dorothy Vinson of Russellville, Ark.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway (501) 327-7727, with Bro. Terry Turner, Bro. Bobby Dycus, and Jim Wafford officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Mayflower Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Zach Oliver, John Oliver, David Henze, Michael Henze, Daniel Wright, and Jeff Henze. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the coffee veterans group from Julie’s Sweet Shop. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund in Mayflower, Arkansas 401, South Monroe, Little Rock, Ark. 72205. Online guest book:www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––MOUNTAIN VIEW — Judith Sherman, 70, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away on April 28, 2014. She is survived by one daughter and two sons. A private service will be held at a later date.

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•–––––MOUNTAIN VIEW — N. Ellen White, 72, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away on April 25, 2014. She is survived by husband, Kenneth; daughter, Heidi; son, Kenneth Jr.; granddaughter, Kelsa Ann; and two sisters, Carol and Christine. Visitation is Thursday, May 1, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. at Roller Crouch Chapel ,Mountain View, Arkansas. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––NATHAN — Wallace L. Walters, age 79, of Nathan, Arkansas, passed away, Tuesday, April 29, 2014 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Graveside services will be Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Biggs Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Al Terrell officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Nashville Funeral Home.

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•–––––NEW BLAINE — John James “Jim” Foster, 88, New Blaine died Monday, April 28, 2014. Funeral services: 2 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Delaware First Baptist Church. Visitation: Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. Arrangements: Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. Online guestbook and Condolences: www.cornwellfuneralhomes. com.

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•–––––NEWPORT — Anita Trobaugh, 58, of Newport, died Tuesday. Survivors: husband, Barry; one son, Jonathan Trobaugh and wife Derinda; sister, Debbie Critcher and husband Jerry; aunt, Nola Hickman; a niece, nephew, great-nieces, great-nephew; friends, Sally Robinette, Suzi Dale. Graveside service: 2 p.m. Friday, Pennington Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, 6-8 p.m. Arrangements:Jackson’s Newport Funeral Home. www.jacksonsfh. com.

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•–––––PARON — Melvin Lee Hill, age 79 of Paron, went to be with the Lord, on April 28, 2014 with his family by his side.

Mr. Hill was born on December 9, 1934 in Paron, Arkansas to his parents Sam and Mary Hill. He was an avid fisherman and hunter along with a general love for the outdoors. He enjoyed gardening and being a Mason, where he enjoyed the job of cooking fish for the Paron Masonic Lodge fish fry. Melvin was a member of North Fork Baptist Church. He was a very sharp-witted man and was a true joy to spend time with.

Melvin leaves behind his wife, Pearline (Penny) Hill and his children; Donna Lee Winfrey and her husband Glenn, of Oklahoma City, Okla., Steven Lynn Hill, of Austin, Texas and Mark Lane Hill and his wife, Kim, of North Little Rock. Grandchildren; Samantha Russell and Dalton, Daylon, Drayson and Durham Hill. He also leaves behind two stepsons; Tommy and Steven Carneal and his brother, Alvin Hill and his wife, Margo of Russellville and a special sister-in-law, Margaret Elliott, along with a host of other friends and relatives, who will always miss his presence. Mr. Hill is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Allie Merle Hill.

A celebration of life will be held for Melvin at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 3, 2014 in the chapel of Dial & Dudley Funeral home in Bryant. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday night at the funeral home. To sign the online guestbook go to. www. dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––PINE BLUFF — Haven Faith Wrinkle, infant daughter of Megan Lawrence and Brian Wrinkle, both of Pine Bluff, was born and died Wednesday. Other survivors: grandparents, Elizabeth Lawrence, Bryan Lawrence, Rebecca Stephens, Chris Stephens, Ricky Wrinkle, Becky Wrinkle. Graveside services: Friday, 2:30 p.m., Phillips Cemetery by Fuller Hale-South Funeral Services. Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

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•–––––PRATTSVILLE — Craig Gardner, 53, of Prattsville, Arkansas died Tuesday. Survivors, wife, Pam; Son, Matt; daughters, Magan, Nicole, Sonya “Jay”, Kristi; brothers, Lee, Russ, Larry, sisters, Carla and Robbin; seven grandchildren. Memorial service: Friday, 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Visitation: 6-7 p.m. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

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•–––––REDFIELD — James R. “J. R.” Johnson, age 74, Redfield, formerly of Pine Bluff, died Tuesday. Survivors: wife, Joyce; children Maxcy Johnson, Tracy Lawhon (Tony); three siblings; grandchildren Gracie and Nash Lawhon. Services: Friday, 11 a.m., Fuller Hale-South Funeral Chapel in Pine Bluff, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. Online condolences: FullerFunerals.com.

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•–––––RUSSELLVILLE — Donna Marie Spencer, 50, of Russellville, died Sunday April 27, 2014. There will be a family conducted memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Online obituary/guestbook: www.shinnfuneral.com.

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•–––––SEARCY — James “Sam” Reynolds Gadberry of Searcy, went to be with his heavenly father on April 28, 2014. Sam was born to Leon and Claudine Gadberry of Forrest City, on November 1, 1967, in Forrest City. He was a 1986 graduate of Forrest City High School. After graduation, Sam enlisted in the Army while attending the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. Sam earned his Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Central Arkansas in 1993. He was a member of the Sigma Tau Fraternity. He moved and made Searcy his home in 1993 and started his Occupational Therapy career with Tri-Therapy. Sam and Andrea later invested in the local real estate market and owned multiple rental properties that evolved into Gadberry Properties. Sam married the love of his life, Andrea Lee Satterfield, on October 16, 1994. They welcomed their first baby girl, Sutton Elise, into the world in December of 1997 and their second baby girl, Schaeffer Reeves in 2002. Sutton and Schaeffer were Sam and Andrea’s world. Sam was a very active and crucial member of Searcy First United Methodist Church. He helped with the youth, Sons of Thunder, the children, VBS and other vital ministries. Sam loved golf and loved being on the golf course with his friends. He also was a huge bowler and spent a lot of time bowling. He volunteered with the Searcy Soccer league. He loved working out too, but most of all he loved spending time with his family.

Sam is survived by his parents, Leon Gadberry of Forrest City; Claudine Gadberry of Searcy; his wife, Andrea, and two daughters, Sutton and Schaeffer—all of Searcy; half-brother, Wayne Graham of Searcy; and half-sister, Debbie Graham of Searcy. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, 304 N. Main Street, Searcy, Ark. 72143. A visitation will be Friday, May 2 in Yancey Hall at Searcy First United Methodist Church from 6-7:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 3 in the Sanctuary at Searcy First United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Reverend David Orr and Reverend Tony Griffin will be officiating. Arrangements by Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

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•–––––SHERIDAN — James L. “Lamar” Maples Sr., 79 years old, passed away April 29, 2014. He was born in Oxford, Mississippi to Virgil E. and Ella Quay Maples.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Maples, his parents, and a grandson, Matthew McMillan. He is survived by one brother, E.J. “Sonny” Maples and wife Virginia of Oxford, Mississippi, Velma Lewis Becker of Jackson, Mississippi, Myrtle McLarty of Camden, Tennessee, and Betty Hargrove and husband Bobby of Decatur, Alabama. He also leaves his children, Dona Bowry and Rob of Sherwood, James L. “Jimmy” Maples, Jr. and Jeanene of Sheridan, and Anita Ott and John of Scott; grandchildren, Kristina McCammon, James and Serena Maples, Chris and Rebecca Rutherford, Jessica Ott, and Adam Ott; six great-grandchildren; a host of family, friends and a special friend, Shirley Sanford.

Services for Lamar Maples will be at 2 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2014 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 a.m.-12 noon at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena.

Pallbearers are Roland Williamson, Bobby Hargrove, James Maples, Chris Rutherford, Adam Ott, Rob Bowry and John Ott. Honorary pallbearers are George Ward, Bob Leatherman, Bill Pierce, Sam Slaughter, Charles Powell and Keith Sanford.

A very special thanks to Doris Hawkins, Lapria Campbell, Summer Bevins, Sommer Holcolm, Marcie Southerland, Kristina McCammon and especially Jeanene Maples, who all served as caregivers , providing Lamar much comfort and love.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Twin City Church of Christ in West Helena or the American Cancer Society.

Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Friends and relatives may sign the online guest book at www. rollerfunerahomes.com/westhelena.

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•–––––SPRINGDALE — Rev. Craig Branham, 85 of Springdale, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2014. He was born April 14, 1929. Mr Branham began his ministry at 17, pastored churches in Texas, Arkansas, and Missouri, held positions in the BMA including: Director of Missions, Director of Pastor’s Retirement Fund, Chairman of the board of Central Baptist College.

Preceded in death by his son Dwayne Craig Branham, survivors include his wife of 65 years, Grace Branham, daughter, Elaine Councille, son, Clint Branham and sister, Faye Nell Hunter, 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation; Thursday, May 1, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Bethlehem Baptist Church, Greenbrier. Funeral services; 11 a.m. Friday, May 2, Bethlehem Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Nehemiah Project, P.O. Box 30910, Little Rock, Arkansas 72260. Arrangements by Bishop-Crites Funeral Home of Greenbrier. (501) 679-4400. www. bishopcritesfuneralhome.com.

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•–––––VILONIA — Jamye D. Collins, 50, of Vilonia died Sunday. She is survived by her father, Jerry Robinson of Vilonia, and her brother, Scotty (Lee Ann) Robinson of Conway. Services are 10 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Roller-McNutt Conway with burial in Crestlawn. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Online guestbook www. rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––VILONIA — Royce E. Fulmer, 77, of Vilonia went to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 29, 2014. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and working on cars. He also enjoyed helping people, talking and visiting with his friends and family.

He is survived by his children, John (Glenda) Waddle of Conway, Debbie (Larry) Toney of Redfield, Dianna (Frank) Richard of Sherwood, Donna Harmon (Joe) of Vilonia, Royce “Bo” Fulmer (Samantha) of Vilonia and Shannon E. Sansom of Jacksonville; seven grandchildren, Trinity Waddle, Rudy Cantu III, Millissa Scaife, Chance Harmon, Lakken Moses/ Williams, Michael Sansom and Ron Sansom; five great-grandchildren, Savanna Williams, Gabe Cantu, Alexander Cantu, Aaron Scaife and Kylie Jo Scaife; and his brothers and sisters, Alta Trammell of Little Rock, Marie Carmical of Riverside, California, Buddy Fulmer of Conway, Lorene Swayze of Hot Springs and Sonny Fulmer of North Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jo Fulmer; daughter, Kelly Moses; seven brothers and five sisters.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to his nurse Anna Lee with Arkansas Hospice and Teresa Pearson at Carelink for all of their wonderful care and support.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Vilonia Tornado Relief Fund. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Friday at North Little Rock Funeral Home Chapel, 1921 Main Street. Burial will be in Harmony Cemetery on Highway 89. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Bill Fulmer, Mark Fulmer, Robbie Fulmer, Nathan Huggins, Chester McKee and Jimmy Brooks. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lee Fulmer, James Lewis, Cecil Trammel, Michael Sansom and Ron Sansom. Online obituary at www.Smith-FamilyCares.com.

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•–––––VILONIA — Dennis Troy and Glenna Sue Pickett Lavergne joined God’s Kingdom together on Sunday, April 27, 2014. Jesus said, “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.” John 14:1-4

Dennis was born November 18, 1961, in Jackson, Miss., to Joseph and Maizie Lavergne. He was raised in Baker, Louisiana. Glenna was born December 1, 1960, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Leo and Helen Pickett. They were joined in Holy Matrimony on November 20, 1982. To this union two sons were born, Christopher Brian and Travis Paul Lavernge. They are also survived by their grandson, Aiden Jacob Lavergne. They moved to the Vilonia area in 1998 and were active members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Dennis is also survived by his parents and three brothers, Darrell Wayne Lavergne, Phil Russell and Melaine Carter, and Gregory Mark Lavergne. Glenna is preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Mary Kay Pickett. She is also survived by four sisters: Tommie Lou and Rob Camblin, Linda Rae and Michael Chapman, Karen Louise Pickett, Patty Laverne and Winfield Davenport. Also surviving them are 6 nieces, 9 nephews and several grand nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held 6 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway, with visitation to follow till 8 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, Arkansas, 401 South Monroe, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––VILONIA — Reagan Michelle Miller, 15, of Vilonia went to be with the Lord Monday, April 28, 2014. She was born April 2, 1999, to Brian Miller and Michelle Moss Miller. She was a member of Ambassador Baptist Church in Greenbrier and a student at Ambassador Baptist Academy.

Reagan is survived by her parents, Brian and Michelle Miller of Vilonia, brother Coleson Miller, grandparents, Dennis and Teresa Miller of Greenbrier and Jack and Connie Moss of Newark, Arkansas, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Services are 3 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2014, at Springhill Baptist Church in Greenbrier with burial in Cypress Valley Cemetery with Pastor James D. Allen and Dr. Joe Finn officiating. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. till 3 p.m. Friday at the church. Pallbearers are Mark Ladd, Will Walker, Ronnie Daves, Joe Bonds, Josh Mendenhall and Alvin Wortman. Arrangements by Roller Mcnutt Conway. (501) 327-7727. Online guestbook; www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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•–––––VILONIA — MSgt Daniel Ray Wassom II, 31, of Vilonia died Sunday, April 27, 2014. He was born October 21, 1982, in Jacksonville to Daniel Ray and Pamela Peters Wassom. Daniel grew up in a military family and was known as “Bud.” He attended Cabot Schools where he played the trumpet and graduated in 2001. He also graduated from UCA with a Bachelors Degree in Health Administration. Daniel was very patriotic and joined the Air National Guard shortly after 9/11 and made a career of the military. Daniel was a C-130 Evaluator Loadmaster. He voluntarily served in Kuwait in 2010 and truly loved his job. He was always outgoing and had friends all over the world. Daniel was a dedicated husband and father and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Daniel was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Wayne Wassom and Jack Peters. Daniel is survived by his wife, Suzanne Kemple Wassom; their daughters, Sydney Elizabeth Wassom and Lorelai Sophia Wassom; his parents, Daniel and Pamela Wassom of Cabot; three sisters, Misty Dawn Hambrick of California, Katie Lynn Childs of Korea and Leolani Mei Wassom of Cabot, as well as his grandmothers, Sharon Peters of Cabot and Carol Arnett of Oklahoma.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2014, with funeral services beginning at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Jacksonville. Burial will follow at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Beebe under the direction of Moore’s Cabot Funeral Home (501) 843-5816. Please sign the online guestbook at www. moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

Out-of-state

OZARK, Mo. — Harley Thomas “Tommy” Morris, 64, of Ozark, Missouri, formerly of Russellville, died Wednesday, April 23, 2014. The memorial service is 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Victory Missionary Baptist Church, by Shinn Funeral Service, Russellville. Visitation will be immediately following the service in the fellowship hall. Online obituary/guestbook: www. shinnfuneral.com.