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GABRION, Bobbie J.
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Bobbie Jean Gabrion, 75, passed away October 5, 2005. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Marvin Gabrion; her children, Terry Edward Gabrion of Bald Knob, Al Stephen Gabrion of Huntington Beach, CA, Sandra Franck of Cabot, and Randall L. Gabrion of McRae; a sister, Billie Delling of Mabelvale; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. O'Neal Hill officiating. Entombment was at Chapel Hill Memorial Park.

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GACK, Lawrence J.
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Lawrence Joseph Gack, 76, died May 6, 2008. He worked for Correll, Inc. of Charleston, and formerly for Cameo of Van Buren and Willard Wood Works of Fort Smith. He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Ina Mae Gack; his daughters, Teresa Bentley and fiance Gary Van Housen of Roseville, and Tina Ramsey and spouse Terry of Paris; a sister, Hilda Elsken of Paris; his brothers, Bob Gack of Ratcliff, Bill Gack of Branch, and Roman Gack of Paris; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Rose Rieder Gack; a stepson, James Nichols; and a brother, Martin Gack. Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial was at Caulksville Cemetery by Roller Funeral Home.

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GADDY, Owen P.
DREW COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Owen P. Gaddy, the son of Silas and Susan Gaddy, died in 1862. He was born in 1835. He served with Co. B, 26th Arkansas Infantry during the Civil War. Burial was at Gaddy Cemetery.

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GAGE, Zepha
BAY, ARKANSAS: Zepha C. Gage, 89, died January 2, 2007 at her residence. She was born October 26, 1917 in Jonesboro. She was a member of Herman Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Marsue Pierce of Bay; two sons, Buddy Gage of Bay, and Carl Gage of Jonesboro; 11 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Claude Gage; two sons, Claude Wayne Gage and Bobby Doyle Gage; her parents, James and Onie Sullins; and two brothers, Melvin Sullins and Bowie Sullins. Interment was at Herman Cemetery under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.

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GAGLIANO, Jewell
BROOKLAND, ARKANSAS: Jewell E. Gagliano, 89, died July 7, 2009. She attended the Brookland Church of Christ, and enjoyed gardening. She is survived by a son, John L. Gagliano, Jr. of Jonesboro; a sister, Vernice Whitehead of White Cliff, FL; 2 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny L. Gagliano, Sr.; and two brothers. Interment was at Pine Log Cemetery under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.

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GAINES, Selena Adway
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Selena Gaines, 105, died July 16, 2003. She was born June 29, 1898 to the late Charlie and Rosie Adway. She attended Gospel Temple Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include a son, Nathaniel Jones of Pine Bluff; and 18 grandchildren. Services were held at Gospel Temple Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. James Murry Jr. officiating. Burial was at the Cedar Grove section of Graceland Cemetery under the direction of P.K. Miller Mortuary.

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GAIRHAN, Mary
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Mary Aunita Baker Gairhan, 82, died April 1, 2007. She was born August 30, 1924 to the late A.M. "Bunk" and Marie Manwaring Baker. She worked as a clerk for both Riceland Foods and the Singer Company. She attended the Viva Drive Church of Christ in Trumann. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Herman Edward Gairhan; two sons and their wives, Michael and Susie Gairhan of Trumann and Terry and Debbie Gairhan of Jonesboro; a sister, Myra Parrish of Trumann; a brother, Wayne Baker of Jonesboro; 4 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Burial was at Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery with arrangements by Thompson Funeral Home.

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GALANTE, Gaetano
TONTITOWN, ARKANSAS: Gaetano Galante was buried in a mass grave in the winter of 1909. Thirteen people were buried together in a Catholic graveyard in Tontitown. Mr. Galante, described as a "young man", was killed in a tornado. Prior to burial, a funeral Mass was held for all thirteen deceased individuals with Fr. Bandini officiating.

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GALL, Felice
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Felice M. Gall, 73, died April 27, 2008 in Rogers. She was born March 6, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Louis and Felice Trojniar. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Elmer Gall; her children, Michael Gall of Fayetteville, Laura Gall of Springfield, MO, and Valerie Gallaway, Joseph Gall, John Gall and Jeanie Ester, all of Rogers; two brothers, Tom Trojniar and Konrad Trojniar of Illinois; and 19 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Louis Trojniar; and a granddaughter. Interment was at St. Vincent Cemetery with arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home.

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GALLAGHER, Mary
COAL HILL, ARKANSAS: Mary Maude Gallagher, 84, died July 4, 2008 at Ozark Nursing Home. She was born November 6, 1923 in Coal Hill to Christopher and Ola Smith Gallagher. She was a retired schoolteacher, and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Altus. Survivors include her cousins, and her friends. Services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Interment was at the Coal Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Hardwicke Funeral Home.

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GALLEGOS, Juan Jose
DE QUEEN, ARKANSAS: Juan Jose Gallegos, 51, died April 29, 2007. He was born February 8, 1956 in Mexico. He was a former employee of Mobile Home Manufacturing. He is survived by four sons, Isaac Gallegos, Adrian Gallegos and Johnathan Gallegos of Marshalltown, IA, and Carlo Gallegos of De Queen; and 6 grandchildren. Burial was at Redmen Cemetery under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home.

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GALLIN, Ruth
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Ruth Erika Gallin, 83, died January 12, 2006. She was a native of Berlin, Germany. She was an artist, and enjoyed baking, gardening, and crafts. She is survived by a daughter, Monica and husband Bobby Turner, Sr. of Crossett; 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Torres; a son, Louis Manuel Torres; and her parents, Willie and Martha Frolch Gallin. Arrangements were handled by Cromwell Funeral Home.

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GALLOWAY, Hettie
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Hettie Ida Moseley Galloway, 100, passed away May 19, 2003. She was born June 27, 1902 to the late Joseph Leonard Moseley and Alice Angeline Williams Moseley. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Arkadelphia. Survivors include two daughters, Martha Galloway Caldwell and spouse, James H., of Arkadelphia and Joy Peterson of Midland, TX; a brother, Jessie Moseley of New Edinburg; a sister, Ruby Taylor of Magnolia; 3 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin A. Galloway; a son-in-law, Ralph E. Peterson; four brothers, Leroy Moseley, Russell Moseley, Lawrence Moseley and Burton Moseley; and four sisters, Lettie Carter, Mary Darby, Eunice Parrott and Ethel Parker. Services were held at Moseley Cemetery Chapel with Dr. Tom Martin officiating. Interment was at Moseley Cemetery with arrangements by Frazer's Funeral Home.

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GALLOWAY, Walter A.
DES ARC, ARKANSAS: Walter Ashton Galloway died August 10, 1912. He was born November 22, 1844. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Co. 1, Galloway's Arkansas Mounted Rifles. Interment was at the Des Arc Cemetery.

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GALYEAN, Cora I.
GRAVETTE, ARKANSAS: Cora Inez Galyean, 94, died June 28, 2004. She was born November 5, 1909, in Tahlequah, Indian Territory (now Oklahoma) to Monroe Ratliff and Rhoda Hill Ratliff. She worked in the kitchen of Gravette Medical Center Hospital for many years. She attended the First Methodist Church of Gravette. Survivors include two sons, Bob Galyean of Gravette, and Kendall Galyean of Derby, Kan.; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hunter Galyean; a daughter, Yvonne Galyean; a sister, Myrtle Arnold; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Mount Pleasant Cemetery near Gravette with arrangements by Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home.

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GAMBILL, Ada
CORNING, ARKANSAS: Ada Marie Gambill, 84, died October 5, 2006. She attended Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Milburn Gambill; a daughter, Shirley Petelik and husband Bill of Florissant, MO; a sister, Irene Wilson of Spokane, WA; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Interment was at Corning Cemetery under the direction of Ermert Funeral Home.

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GAMBILL, Nina G.
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Nina Geneva Gambill, 68, died December 19, 2002. She was a beautician and a Jehovah's Witness. She is survived by a daughter, Lisa Gambill; three sisters, Dorothy Reed and Ruby Schochler, both of Jonesboro, and Frances Adelizzi of Antioch, IL; and two brothers, L.J. Boyd of Jonesboro and Bill Boyd of Huntsville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnie Gambill. Services were held at the chapel of Gregg Funeral Home with Rev. Leslie Langley officiating. Burial was at Shiloh Cemetery.

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GAMBLE, Odessa B.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Odessa Bea Gamble, 73, of Pine Bluff, died October 8, 2006. She was born June 14, 1933 to the late Van Bennett and Lillie Tanner Bennett. She is survived by three sisters, Lizzie Carter of Pine Bluff, and Beulah Todd and Lillie Moore, both of Indianapolis. Services were held at Henson Mortuary in Pine Bluff with Rev. Don Zell Jones officiating. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden.

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GAMES, Robert B.
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Robert B. Games, 71, died June 17, 2007. He was born July 8, 1935 to the late Ralph Brooks and Alta Vivian Brockman Games. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, and attended the Light House Tabernacle Church in Jacksonville. He is survived by his wife, Claudette Games; a stepson, Eric Hazlett and wife Shannon; a brother-in-law, Larry Don Bailey; a sister-in-law, Liz Bailey; and two grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Denton officiating.

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GAMMON, William
DECATUR, ARKANSAS: William Gammon died September 3, 1974 at Gravette Medical Center. He was born in Decatur to Richard and Susan Gammon. He was a retired farmer and a Methodist. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Ellen Gammon; three daughters, Mrs. LaVina Wallace, Mrs. Billie Wilbanks, and Mrs. Norma Jean Pierce; three sons, Donald, Earl and Melvin; 12 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Falling Springs Church. Interment was at Falling Springs Cemetery under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home.

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GANN, Shirley
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: Shirley Jo Gann, 69, died October 2, 2005 at her home. She was born November 2, 1935 in Benton County, AR to Robert E. and Beatrice Juanita Robbins Sims. She was retired, and had worked for Pioneer Pizza. She attended the Christian Church in Gentry. She is survived by her husband, Charles Ernest Gann; two daughters, Tammy Maki of Gentry, and Vickie Metcalf of Siloam Springs; two sons, Timothy Gann of Gentry, and Rick Sims of Lowell; two stepdaughters, Rebecca Gann and Kristina Lundy, both of Kokomo, IN; her father, of Wills Point, TX; a sister, Bobbie Deloach of Wills Point, TX; a brother, Montie Sims of Temple, TX; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Douglas Cemetery by Wasson Funeral Home.

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GANNAWAY, Tom C.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Tom Cornelius Gannaway, 77, died August 27, 2003. He was born November 15, 1925 to the late Bertha Gannaway. He was a material handler for Hutt Building Material Company, and attended St. Bethel Baptist Church. Services were held at St. Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Louis Williams, Jr. officiating. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

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GANTT, Margaret
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Margaret Gantt, 68, died on January 25, 1896. She was the wife of Dr. C.A. Gantt. Services were conducted by Rev. H.H. Watson. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery.

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GARAFALO, Sister Fidelis
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Sister Fidelis Marie Garafalo, 83, passed away February 6, 2004. She was a member of the St. Gertrude Community, and was a nurse. Survivors include a sister, Mary Ebster of Redding, CA; a brother, Sam Garafalo of North Syracuse, NY; several nieces; and the sisters of her order. Services were held at St. Scholastica Monastery Chapel. Burial was at St. Scholastica Cemetery with arrangements by Putman Funeral Home.

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GARDNER, Azzie L.
McGEHEE, ARKANSAS: Azzie L. Gardner, 77, died June 15, 2007. She was born January 16, 1930 to the late Edgar and Leona Nash Gardner. She is survived by three sons, Joe Gardner of Los Angeles, CA, Charles Harris of McGehee, and Lincoln Boyd of Arkadelphia; four daughters, Peggy Johnson of Little Rock, Carolyn Gentry of Tillar, Luciel Thomas of Tampa, FL, and Kerri Hudson of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Lee McDaniel of Waukegan, IL, and Rose Ollie of Los Angeles, California; three brothers, Roy Gardner, Johnny Gardner and Al Gardner, all of Waukegan, IL; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements were handled by Griffin Leggett Funeral Home.

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GARDNER, Evelyn
HELENA, ARKANSAS: Evelyn Ethel Gardner, 85, died June 19, 2006. She was born October 31, 1920 to the late Anthony Blakely and Lucille Mitchell Blakely. She was a retired life insurance agent for the Atlanta Life Insurance Co. She attended St. Mary's Catholic Church in Helena, and was a member of the AARP and the Legion of Mary. She is survived by a sister, Anthonette V. Akins of Pine Bluff; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Gardner, Sr. Services were held at St. Peter Catholic Church in Pine Bluff with Fr. Donald Murrin and Fr. Joe Marconi officiating. Burial was at St. Mary's Cemetery in Helena with arrangements by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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GARDNER, James, Sr.
BANKS, ARKANSAS: James Gardner, Sr., 80, died February 4, 2004. He was born October 13, 1923 to the late Thomas Travis Gardner and Ellen Green Gardner. He was a retired bulldozer operator, and attended the First Missionary Baptist Church of Hermitage. He is survived by his wife, Daise Gardner; two sons, Donald Gardner of North Little Rock and Travis Gardner of Carrollton, TX; four daughters, Mattie Summerville, Mary Shy, and O'Linza Eddington, all of Pine Bluff, and Gwendolyn DeShazier of West Memphis; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by three sons, James Gardner, Jr., Deotis Gardner, and Jerry D. Gardner. Services were held at the Hermitage Community Center with the Rev. Michael Lambert and Rev. Michael Spears officiating. Burial was at Hall Cemetery in Banks under the direction of Hammons Funeral Home of Warren, AR.

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GARDNER, Raymond E.
BEEBE, ARKANSAS: Raymond E. Gardner, 56, died January 21, 1988. He was a retired paint and body worker. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice Gardner; two sons, Keith Gardner of Beebe, and Randy Busby of San Diego, CA; four daughters, Mrs. Tina Dyson of Cabot, and Mrs. Brenda Helms, Mrs. Carla Helms, and Mrs. Redonna Weeks, all of Beebe; his mother, Mrs. Ruth Edwards of Rector; two brothers, L.J. Gardner of Rector, and Donald Gardner of Dallas, TX; three sisters, Mrs. Dollie Wagster of Rector, Mrs. Lola Mae Rowden of Rockford, IL, and Mrs. Inez Hulvey of St. Louis, MO; and 9 grandchildren. Burial was at Mount Carmel Cemetery under the direction of W.L. Westbrook Funeral Home.

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GARDNER, Walter E.
WESLEY, ARKANSAS: Walter Elmer Gardner, 71, died November 2, 1951 at City Hospital in Fayetteville. He was born at Drake's Creek in Madison County to Lafayette and Stella Gardner. He was a farmer. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Eva Parker of Elkins, Mrs. Maggie Baker of Wesley, and Mrs. Lorena Lawson of Fayetteville; three sons, Charley and Willie, both of Elkins, and Olen of Bakersfield, CA; a stepson, A.D. Higgins of Bakersfield; four sisters, Mrs. Maggie Kirksey and Florence Kirksey, both of Thorney, Mrs. Ollie Bell of Fayetteville, and Mrs. Mattie Riggs of Omaha, NE; a brother, Orange Gardner of Thorney; 17 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery in Fayetteville under the direction of Moore's Funeral Chapel.

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GARDNER, W.S.C.
LITTLE RIVER COUNTY, ARKANSAS: W.S.C. Gardner died February 10, 1916. He was born August 10, 1827. He fought in a number of Civil War battles, including battles at Corinth, Murfreesboro, Perryville, and others. Burial was at Richmond Cemetery in Little River County, AR.

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GARNER, Dale M.
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Dale M. Garner, 73, died September 20, 2007. He was born April 15, 1934 to the late Sylvia and Lavada Black Garner. He was farmer, and was of the Pentecostal faith. He is survived by his wife, Minnie Dell Garner; a son, Bobby Garner of Little Rock; a brother, Willy J. Garner of Little Rock; three sisters, Dorothy Napp of Pangburn, AR, Sylvia Jean West of Dardenelle, and Bettie Cunningham of Danville 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Ronnie Garner. Arrangements were handled by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

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GARNER, Elbert B.
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Elbert B. "Nubbin" Garner, 80, passed away July 13, 2005. He was born September 7, 1924 to Pryor and Catherine Kervin Garner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Sue Anthony Garner. Services were held at Stoney Point Cemetery near Fordyce with Rev. Nathan Winiecki officiating. Arrangements were handled by Benton Funeral Home.

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GARNER, Orie L.
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Orie Leon Garner, 81, died January 28, 1998. He was born July 19, 1916 to the late James Franklin Garner and Lucinda Rogers Garner. He was retired from Lion Oil Company after nearly 40 years of service. He belonged to the 1st Baptist Church of Fordyce, was a 50 year Mason, and a member of the American Legion. He was a WWII veteran of the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Gracie Garner of Fordyce; two sons, Ron Garner and wife, Tina, of Houston, TX. and Mike Garner and wife, Hally, of Tulsa, OK; a daughter, Pat Rogers and husband, Roger, of Hot Springs; and 8 grandchildren. Services were held at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ken Shaddox and Rev. Cline Ellis officiating. Burial was at Tolson Cemetery.

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GARNER, Willie
AMITY, ARKANSAS: Willie H. Garner, 87, died December 13, 2001. She was born March 30, 1914 to Burkett and Viola Anderson Green. She was a member of the Bethsaida Church of Christ. She is survived by a daughter, Fern Lambert of Amity; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel E. Garner; and an infant son, Joseph E. Garner. Interment was at Jones Cemetery in Amity under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home.

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GAROFAS, Manuel
HELENA, ARKANSAS: Manuel Garofas, 74, died on November 14, 2005. Survivors include his sister-in-law, Pam Garofas of West Helena; and two nieces, Kara Garofas of New Orleans, LA and Paula "Kate" Garofas of Jonesboro. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Garofas and Soteria Papayanoulis; a brother, John Paul Garofas; and a sister, Carrie Garofas. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery in Helena with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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GARRETT, Agnes W.
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Agnes W. Garrett, 96, died January 7, 2005. She was born March 18, 1908 to Norman F. and Eva Jane Palmer Wight. She attended Little Flock Primitive Baptist Church, and enjoyed cooking and gardening. She is survived by two sons, Carl David Garrett and John Franklin Garrett, both of Lowell; two daughters, Lois Jean Brown and husband Joe of Lowell, and Doris Ann Burrell and husband Loma of Carthage, MO; a brother, Carl F. White of Rogers; 7 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Asa Garrett; a daughter, Mary Margaret Garrett; and a grandson, Bill Brown. Interment was at Little Flock Cemetery with the Rev. Ben Rowell and Carl Staten officiating. Arrangements were handled by Rollins Funeral Home.

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GARRETT, Mancil
OKOLONA, ARKANSAS: Mancil Garrett died Decemter 3, 1908. He was born on December 18, 1829. He served in the Civil War with the 37th Trans-Mississippi Infantry. He was buried at Okolona Cemetery in Clark County, Arkansas.

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GARRISON, Mary
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Mary Ross Garrison died May 31, 2010. She was was born June 11, 1926 to Robert Ross, Sr. and Daisy Ross. She was a longtime employee of Colonial Courts and Levi Strauss. She enjoyed cooking. Survivors include three sisters, Bettie Davis of North Little Rock, Rebecca Mial (Alex) of Temple Hills, MO, and Lula Gunnels of Omaha, NE; two brothers, Edward Ross of Morrilton and Odis Ross of Little Rock; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Garrison; her parents; two brothers; and a sister. Services were held at St. Paul A.M.E. Church. Interment was at the IOOF Cemetery in Morrilton under the direction of Wilson and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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GARRISON, Victoria
BAYOU METO, ARKANSAS: Victoria Rosebud Davidson Garrison, 86, died December 19, 2006. She was born August 30, 1920 to William Lee and Inez Smith Davidson. She was a homemaker, and attended the First Assembly of God church. She is survived by her children, Herschel "Bo" Garrison, Donald Garrison and wife Sandra, Ray Garrison of Bayou Meto, Leonard Garrison of Pine Bluff, David Garrison and wife Nancy, Meredith Grisham and husband Jessie of Stuttgart, Alline Shook and husband Charles of Almyra, Tammy Garrison of DeWitt and Joyce Fitzhugh and husband Carl of Newark; brothers, Louis Davidson and Virgil Davidson of Los Angeles, CA; sisters, Lucille Heflin of Atkins, Vera Pollard and husband Leon, of DeWitt, Fay Miller and Velma Thomas of Riverside, CA; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Alvin Garrison; two brothers, Edward and Wilford Davidson; and a daughter-in-law, Gladys Garrison. Services were held at the First Assembly of God Church in DeWitt with burial at Bayou Meto Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Essex Funeral Home of DeWitt, AR.

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GARRITY, John
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: John Garrity died July 1, 1909. He was born in Ireland on June 24, 1836. He was of the Roman Catholic faith. He was survived by six children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bridget Boyle Garrity. Burial was at Rogers Cemetery.

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GARTH, Charlie P., Jr.
MAYFLOWER, ARKANSAS: Charlie P. Garth, Jr., 73, died November 14, 2010. He was born January 18, 1937 in Mayflower to the late Charlie Garth, Sr. and Sterling Fuller Garth. He was a retired truck driver, and attended Rock of Ages Baptist Church in Maumelle. Survivors include five brothers, Vernon Garth of North Little Rock, and Ellison Garth, Lawrence Garth, Isreal Garth, and Buford Garth all of Mayflower; four sisters, Joyce Mackey of North Little Rock, Berthenia Gill of Mayflower, and Lois Sanders and Dorothy Credit, both of Conway; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Rock of Ages Baptist Church. Interment with military honors was at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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GARVIN, Ella
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ella Cordelia Adkins Garvin, 78, died March 3, 1961 at her home. She was a member of Bethel Methodist Church and a native of Pulaski county. Family members include her husband, James H. Garvin; a son, Bill O. Garvin of Jacksonville; three daughters, Mrs. Floyd Box and Mrs. James Houpt, both of Jacksonville, and Mrs. Ellis Whitfield of North Little Rock; a sister, Mrs. Dolph Brannon of Cabot; three half-sisters, Mrs. Bertha Hardcastle, Mrs. Raymond Cavender, and Mrs. Joe Crook, all of Jacksonville; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Assembly of God Church in Jacksonville. Burial was at Bayou Meto Cemetery under the direction of Rainwater Funeral Home.

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GASAWAY, Sarah Gales
GOULD, ARKANSAS: Sarah Gales Gasaway, 93, died April 12, 1998. She was born November 17, 1904 to the late Charles Gales and Bertha Wagner Gales. She belonged to the Dark Corner Christian Church and the Wayside Garden Club. Survivors include two sons, Gaylon Gasaway of Gould and Joe H. Gasaway of Carlisle; two daughters, Joy Knight of Gould and Martha Chesser of Olive Branch, MS; a brother, Herbert Gales of North Little Rock; 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Griffin Funeral Home in Dumas with Rev. Tom Bowlby officiating. Burial was at Dark Corner Cemetery.

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GASH, Alice
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Alice C. Gash, 84, died December 8, 2003. She attended Union Valley Baptist Church in Coy, AR. She is survived by a son, Ray Gash; a daughter-in-law, Linda Gash of North Little Rock; two daughters, Faye Gash Stewart of North Little Rock, and Susan Shisler of Conway; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Arvel O. Gash; two daughters, Linda Carol Gash and Virginia Gash Staton; and a grandson, Stephen Staton. Burial was at Forrest Hills Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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GASH, Robert R.
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Robert Roland "Bob" Gash, 84, died October 2, 2009. He was born January 12, 1925 to the late Earnest and Verna Whitehouse Gash. He was a retired Air Force major, and served in World War II with the U.S. Army Air Corps. He also retired from Champion Building Products. He attended Parkhill Baptist Church in North Little Rock, and had a strong interest in history, particularly the Civil War. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Paul Grove of Sheridan; 2 grandsons; and a great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wanda Gash; two brothers, Donald and Clelland Gash; and a sister, Louise Divine. Arrangements were handled by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Chapel.

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GASKILL, Kathryn
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Kathryn Boatright Gaskill, 71, died March 7, 1969 at her home. She was born August 3, 1897 in Dry Fork. She was a Methodist. Survivors include her husband, Adry Gaskill; two daughters, Mrs. Eleanor Counts of Wesley, and Miss Rosemary Gaskill of Sabetha, KS; a son, William F. of Huntsville; her stepmother, Mrs. Lela Boatright of Huntsville; four sisters, Mrs. Ruth Culwell of Huntsville, Mrs. Marie Johnson of Wesley, Mrs. Betty Hunt of San Diego, CA, and Mrs. Bertie Fulkerson of Tulsa, OK; a brother, Joe Boatright of Huntsville; and 6 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Methodist Church. Burial was at the Huntsville Cemetery by Brashears Funeral Home.

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GASPEREC, Joseph
MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Joseph Gasperec, 90, died January 11, 2004. He was born March 23, 1913 to Frank and Barbara Baranek Gasperec. He was an electrician. He attended St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, and belonged to the Loyal Order of the Moose. He is survived by a son, Robert and wife Renee of San Antonio, TX; a daughter, Kathleen Dice of Bartlett, IL; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by his wife, Alice Satorl Gasperec. Entombment was at Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum under the direction of Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home.

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GASS, Oma
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Oma Juell Gass, 85, died September 6, 2006. She was born May 28, 1921 to Benjamin Harrison Freeman and Sally Katherine Laxton Freeman. She attended Ruddell Hill Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening, cooking, shopping and canning. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Gerald and Cindy Gass of Greer, SC; a daughter and son-in-law, Margie and Ted Jones of Batesville; a brother, Ray Freeman; 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and her nieces and nephews. Interment was at McMullin Cemetery in Pleasant Plains with arrangements by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.

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GASSEN, Mary Lou
WALDRON, ARKANSAS: Mary Lou Gassen, 79, died November 1, 2006. She was a homemaker, and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving family members include a daughter, Joyce Slover of Pleasant Hill, MO; two sons, Reyna Lea Gassen of Waldron and Paul Gassen of Pleasant Hill, MO; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Martin Funeral Home.

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GASTON, Juanita
SPARKMAN, ARKANSAS: Juanita Gaston, 96, died December 11, 2008. She was born May 17, 1912 to the late Claude and Mattie Overman Dunlap. She was the oldest active member of the First Baptist Church of Sparkman. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Tommy and Linda Gaston of Sparkman; a daughter, Wanda Gaston of Camden; 3 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and her caregivers, Betty Stamps, Ruth Ford, Janie Smith, Dorothy Randle, Amy Holland, and Joyce Ray. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garland Gaston; two brothers, Keneth and Raymon Dunlap; two sisters, Frances Jones and Jean Brewster; and a grandson, John Garland Gaston. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Sparkman. Burial was at Sparkman Cemetery with arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce, AR.

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GATEWOOD, Cleavon
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Cleavon Gatewood, 69, died March 28, 2001. He was born June 21, 1931. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include his daughter, Evelyn Gatewood of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; five brothers, Andrew Gatewood, Thomas Gatewood and Earnest White, all of Little Rock, John Gatewood, Jr. of Holly Springs, MS and Edward Gatewood of Widener; nine sisters, Dora Jean Summage of Omaha, NE, Evester Gatewood of Detroit, MI, Earnestine Lewis, Nettie Mae Parks and Mary Butler, all of Little Rock, Louise Crawford, Linda Gatewood and Lillie B. Watson, all of Forrest City and Pearlie Barley of Rochester, NY; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held at Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. John Strong presiding. Burial was at Casteel Cemetery with arrangements by Clay Funeral Home.

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GATEWOOD, Golena
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Golena Gatewood, 90, passed away July 11, 2006. She was born on April 22, 1916 to the late Cephus and Addie Threet. She attended Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Celester Gatewood, Jr. of Conway; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Celester Gatewood, Sr. Services were held at Union Baptist Church. Interment was at Robinson Cemetery under the direction of Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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GATEWOOD, Rosie
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Rosie Gatewood died June 8, 2005. She was born August 12, 1916 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Lawson Price. She was the oldest tenured member of Jones Chapel AME Zion Church, and retired from the Conway Human Development Center. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Curtis Gatewood, Sr. Survivors include five children, Ted Smith, Ruby Gatewood, Ruby Gatewood Johnson, Mary Gatewood Fontenot, and Curtis Gatewood, Jr. of North Little Rock; a brother, Will Price of Momence, IL; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services were held at Union Baptist Church. Interment was at Robinson Cemetery with arrangements by Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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GATLIN, Sephas
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Sephas C. Gatlin died August 30, 2009. She was born November 30, 1919 to Houston and Ola Belle Cook Creer. She was a member of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by a cousin, Corine Moore and family; her extended family, Danny and Becky Wagnon and family; her church family; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Chester Gatlin; and a sister, Willie Mae Creer. Services were held at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at New Hope Cemetery in Mount Holly, AR with arrangements by Sims Mortuary.

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GAUNTT, A.L.
BRYANT, ARKANSAS: A.L. Gauntt, 85, died January 12, 2009. He was born January 29, 1923 to Jacob E. and Lilly Gauntt. He retired from International Harvester, and was a Mason. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Gauntt; a son and daughter-in-law, George and Dana Gauntt of Beebe; two daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Jeff Smith of Little Rock, and Nancy and Toby White of San Antonio, TX; three sisters; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home.

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GAY, David D.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: David D. Gay, 69, died March 7, 1999. He was born February 10, 1930 to Russell and Jesse Harp Gay. He was a retired businessman and farmer, and was also a U.S. Navy veteran. Among the survivors are a son, Denton Gay; three daughters, Marlene Anderson, Holly Cox, and Melinda Gay; a sister, Colleen Watson; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Moore's Chapel in Fayetteville with Rev. Lawson Anderson officiating. Interment was at Friendship Cemetery.

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GAY, Johnnie B.
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Johnnie Gay, 80, died April 8, 2005. She was born November 25, 1924 to the late Kinslow Maddox and Edith Griggs Maddox. She formerly worked at Con Agra Frozen Foods. She is survived by a son, Ted Gay of Clinton; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Crowell Mountain Cemetery with Virgil Lemings officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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GAZZOLA, Betty
GREENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Betty Faye Gazzola, 81, died February 6, 2007. She attended Greenwood First Baptist Church, and was a member of the Recycled Teenagers Bowling League. She is survived by a son, Randy Gazzola; and two brothers, Gene Winford of Greenwood and Garry Winford of Huntington. She was predeceased by her husband, Fermeno Gazzola. Services were held at the Greenwood First Baptist Church. Burial was at Liberty Cemetery in Greenwood with arrangements by McConnell Funeral Home.

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GEAN, Georgia Lewis
EARLE, ARKANSAS: Georgia Lewis Gean, 48, died November 4, 2007. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Church of God. She is survived by her daughters, Nellie Boyles, Misty Scott, and Gloria Shempert; her parents, George Bolden and Florie Duncan; her brothers, James Bolden and John Bolden; and 9 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Sammy Bolden; and a sister, Doris Bolden. Services were held at Gibson Bayou Church in Earle with Patrick Tucker officiating. Burial was at Gibson Bayou Cemetery.

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GEE, Ethel Brooks
PRESCOTT, ARKANSAS: Ethel Brooks Gee died July 29, 1936. She was born October 2, 1882. She was survived by her husband. Burial was at DeAnn Cemetery.

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GEELS, Freta
SCRANTON, ARKANSAS: Freta Stovall Geels, 63, died February 9, 2006. She was a retired farmer and homemaker. She attended Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Morrison Bluff, AR. Surviving family members include her husband, Herbert Geels of Scranton; a daughter, Cindy Stinnett of Siloam Springs; two sons, Mike Geels of Conway and Brian Geels of Bella Vista; two sisters, Loretta Rogers of Scranton and Sharon King of Scranton; two brothers, Benny Stovall of Barling and Harold Stovall of Scranton; and 8 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Lucy Lee Denton Stovall. A funeral Mass was held at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Morrison Bluff. Burial was at Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home of Paris, AR.

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GEELS, Mayme
MORRISON BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Mayme Vogelpohl Geels, 96, died July 5, 2005. She attended Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and William Koenigseder of Fort Smith, Lillian and John Kohler of Subiaco, Doris and Gilbert Koch of Fort Smith, and Emily and Bill Soller of Fort Smith; a son and daughter-in-law, Herbert and Freta Geels of Scranton; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank M. Geels; and by her parents, Joseph Henry and Mary Vorster Vogelpohl. Services were held at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Interment was at the church cemetery with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home of Paris, AR.

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GEIGER, Noah A.
DARDANELLE, ARKANSAS: Noah A. Geiger died April 3, 1895. He was born December 19, 1837 to Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Geiger. He was married to Eliza Geiger. Interment was at Shark Cemetery.

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GENGLER, John H.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: John Henry Gengler, 86, died February 1, 1962. He worked in the construction business, and helped build Holy Rosary Catholic School, the Fire Department, and the City Jail. He was a volunteer firefighter for 35 years, and the sexton of Holy Rosary Cemetery for 50 years. He was the husband of Mary Gengler. He is survived by three children, Matthew, Katie and Mary. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Josephine.

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GENTY, Robert A.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Robert A. Genty, 84, died December 28, 1980. He was born February 18, 1896 in Paris, France to August and Cecile Carlier Genty. He was a member of the French Reformed Church. He was a French Army veteran of both World War I and World War II, and was a French Legion honorarian. He retired from the banking industry. He was survived by his wife, Suzanne Cochin Genty; a son, Yves Genty; and 3 grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GEORGE, Floy Ellouise
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Floy Ellouise George, 84, passed away on March 10, 2006. She was born on September 27, 1921 to Gus Mark and Ruby Martin. She was a homemaker, and attended Woods Chapel Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Gussie, and his wife Tammy Broyles of Paragould; two daughters, Sharon and her husband Darrell McCoy of Jonesboro, and Brenda Sue Leisure of Delaplaine; a sister, Leona Settlemoir of Paragould; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; and by two grandchildren. Interment was at Woods Chapel Cemetery with Rev. Rick Ethridge officiating. Mitchell Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

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GEORGE, Isaac W.
BIRTA, ARKANSAS: Isaac Webb George died December 10, 1903. He was born July 19, 1840. He served in the Civil War, and was a sergeant in Company I of the 39th Georgia Volunteers. Burial was at the Birta Cemetery.

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GERETY, Michael A.
LEOLA, ARKANSAS: Michael Andrew Gerety, 92, died May 10, 2005. He was born October 10, 1912 to the late Thomas M. And Lula Johnson Gerety. He retired from commercial construction, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He attended Leola Missionary Baptist Church, and was a Mason. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Tommie Dean and Irvena Gerety of Sheridan, and Michael Edward and Betty Faye Gerety of Pensacola, FL; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Tommie Ethel Wright Gerety; and his parents. Services were held at Leola Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

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GERHARD, Traney L.
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Traney Lee Gerhard was born October 24, 1890, died October 28, 1924, and was a U.S. military veteran. Burial was at the Siloam Springs Cemetery.

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GERMAN, Rodregus R.
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Rodregus R. German died February 7, 2006. He was born June 12, 1984 to Donald L. and Peggy Easter German. He worked for Pilgrim's Pride. His is survived by his parents; his paternal grandmother, Earlean German of El Dorado; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents. Services were held at Russell Temple CME Church in Smackover, AR with Rev. Arthur Briggs presiding. Interment was at Lott Burgy Cemetery with arrangements handled by Sims Mortuary.

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GERMAN, Waydean
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Waydean German, 81, died May 27, 2006. She attended Harmony Baptist Church. Survivors include her sons, Roy and Robert German both of Jacksonville, Marvin German of North Carolina, and Jimmy German of Carlisle; daughters, Mary Tillman of Mayflower, Remonia Chapman of Sherwood, Catherine and Dardenne of Pine Bluff; 7 brothers; 3 sisters; 14 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Harmony Baptist Church. Interment was at Harmony Cemetery in North Little Rock under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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GETTLE, Virginia Titus
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Virginia Louise Titus Gettle, 101, died January 14, 2004. She was born December 9, 1902 to the late James Frank Titus and Nancy Alice Bethel Titus. She was a teacher at Julia Shannon Elementary School in Stuttgart for 38 years, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Stuttgart. He is survived by a daughter, Nancy A. Morrison of Wichita, KS; a sister, Ruth Ingram of Pine Bluff; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Abner Payer Gettle. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church of Stuttgart. Burial was at Lone Tree Cemetery with arrangements by Turpin Funeral Home.

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GHENT, Nina
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Nina F. Ghent, 79, died June 6, 2009. She attended Bonanza Assembly of God, and was active with the Greenwood Senior Citizens' Center. She is survived by a daughter, Debbie Schoeppey of Huntington; two sons, Chris Ghent of Fort Smith and Wayne Eubanks of Fort Smith; two sisters, Olene Lyons of Muldrow and June Mullins of St. Helens, OR; a brother, Jim Payne of Greenwood; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Ghent. Interment was at the U.S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home.

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GIBBONS, Adam W.
SHIRLEY, ARKANSAS: Adam Wayne Gibbons 23, died October 10, 2009. He was born August 24, 1986 to Kenneth L. and Mary Lou Mattly Gibbons. He is survived by his parents; a sister, Rebecka Ann Bradford and husband Rodney of Shirley; two brothers, Joe Linn Burch of Clinton, AR and Michael Allen Burch of Fairfield Bay, AR; his maternal grandmother, Florence Mattly of Bedford, IA; his paternal grandmother, Mary E. Gibbons of Shirley; and four nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Archie Mattly; his paternal grandfather, Gene Gibbons; and an uncle, Ron Gibbons. Cremation arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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GIBBONS, Jesse Eugene
MONETTE, ARKANSAS: Jesse Eugene "Gene" Gibbons, 82, died December 22, 2002. He was a retired farmer. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He attended the First Baptist Church of Monette. He is survived by a son, Greg Gibbons of Locust Grove; and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Hattie Gibbons; two brothers, J.D. Gibbons and Billy Ray Gibbons; and four sisters, Irene Clark, June Long, Beatrice Harris and Winnie Faye Phillips. Burial was at Monette Cemetery with Gregg Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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GIBSON, Bobby Gale
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Bobby Gale Gibson, 57, died April 7, 2005. He formerly worked for Monroe Auto Equipment. He is survived by two sons, Bobby Gibson of Jonesboro and Phillip Shane Gibson of San Francisco; a daughter, Kelly Ivy of Tallahassee, FL; two brothers, Orvel Lee Gibson of Gainsville and Rev. David White of Paragould; seven sisters, Mary Fisher of DeSoto, MO, Rose McCummiskey of Lakeland, FL, Judy Utley and Violet Roe, both of Paragould, Dulcie Marie Norman of Steele, MO, Bertha Riley of Vienna, IL, and Beth Exler of Port Charlotte, FL; and a grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil Lee and Mabel Blanche Berry Gibson; an infant; a sister; and a brother. Interment was at Pine Log Cemetery by Heath Funeral Home.

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GIBSON, Iria J.
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Iria James Gibson, 68, died December 18, 2002. He was a retired factory worker, and was of the Pentecostal faith. He is survived by two sons; a daughter; a stepdaughter, Carol Smith of Paragould; three brothers; nine sisters; 5 step-grandchildren; and 11 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Gibson; his mother, Mable White; and his father. Interment was at Linwood Cemetery with David White officiating. Arrangements were handled by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GIDDING, Cora
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Cora Bell Gidding, 101, died April 26, 2012 at Courtyard Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born August 10, 1910 in Eufaula, AL to Gus and Ida Ware. She was a former resident of Lakewood, NJ, and was a member of the Second Baptist Church. Survivors include two children, Maggie Thomas of Arkadelphia, and Willie Dorsey of Lakewood, NJ; 19 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Gidding; a son, Earnest James Dorsey; her parents; three brothers, Earnest Ware, Arthur Ware, and T.J. Ware; and five sisters, Lillian Chester, Ceremaude Williams, Mentora Williams, Mertis Johnson, and Laura Helm. Services were held at Greater Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Interment was at Piney Grove Cemetery under the direction of Williams Funeral Home.

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GIFFORD, Wanda
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Wanda Ramsey Gifford, 15, died August 31, 1945. She was born December 14, 1929. She was survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dalton Ramsey; her husband; and two sisters, Georgine and Irene. Burial was at Wayton Cemetery in Newton County, AR.

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GIGGLEMAN, Arthur W.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Arthur W. Giggleman, 82, died March 5, 2006. He was born September 11, 1923. He retired from Balfour Printing. He was a military veteran of both World War II and Korea. He is survived by three sons, William Giggleman of Roland, Henry Giggleman of Benton, and Charles Giggleman of Little Rock; seven daughters, Carolyn McDuffie of Benton, Ellen Kraft of Acworth, GA, Janice Allen of Benton, Mary Pettus of Roland, Martha Newman of Livermore, CA, Anita Mason of Little Rock, and Laura Hendricks of Malvern; two sisters, Florene Starkey of Grapeview, WA, and Carrie Ealy of Fort Worth, TX; 18 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Winnifred Giggleman; and by a son, Arthur P. Giggleman. Services were held at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander with the Rev. Carroll Posey presiding. Military honors were provided by VFW Post #2935. Arrangements were handled by Huson Funeral Home.

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GILBERT, Eileen
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Eileen Ingram Gilbert, 86, died March 4, 2007. She was a retired teacher. She is survived by a son, Bill Gilbert of Jonesboro; three grandchildren, Will Gilbert of Heber Springs, Meredith Dunn of Houston, and Chelsea Gilbert of Fayetteville; a sister, Yvonne Serrano of Casa Grande, AZ; and a niece, Linda Waggoner of Mesa, AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis O. and Laura Morris Ingram; her husband, Glen Gilbert; a son, John Gilbert; and two brothers. Services were held at the chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Stacey McPherson, Kelly McPherson and Fred Hunter officiating. Burial was at Randolph Memorial Gardens.

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GILBERT, Mary Ann
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Mary Ann Gilbert, 98, died October 2, 1957. She was reported to be the last living former slave in Benton County, Arkansas. She was widely known as "Aunt Ann". She was survived by her children, Elizabeth Dishmon, Edna Thomas, and Theda Johnson; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Clayton "General" Gilbert. She was buried at the Bentonville Cemetery next to her husband. Funeral arrangements were handled by Callison-McKinney Funeral Home.

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GILCREASE, Louise
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Louise Gilcrease, 82, died February 26, 2009. She was born August 12, 1926 to Dawson Gilcrease and Mae Anna Thomason Gilcrease. She was a retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander and a registered nurse. She was a member of Talihina Baptist Church in Talihina, OK. She is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Odessa and Louis Elza of El Dorado; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers; and three sisters. Interment was at Arlington Memorial Park by Young's Funeral Directors.

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GILES, Gloria V.
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Gloria V. Giles, 81, died October 7, 2003. She was born November 7, 1921 to Ray and Bessie Flore Trovillion. She is survived by several good friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Eugene Giles. Interment was at Berryville Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Jim Capps officiating. Arrangements were handled by Nelson Funeral Service.

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GILES, Willie G.
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: Willie G. "Bill" Giles died August 25, 2004. He was born September 8, 1918 to James N. and Mary E. Clay Giles. He was a retired building contractor, and served as a City of Searcy building inspector for 18 years. He was a deacon at Trinity Baptist Church, and was a member of Woodmen of the World. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Inez "Snooks" Stracener Giles; a daughter, Vickie Huddleston; a granddaughter, Tara Lemmer and husband Danny; his nieces and nephews; and his friends. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Daniel Funeral Home.

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GILL, Ira
BLYTHEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ira Ray "Red" Gill, 75, died June 3, 2003. He was born November 2, 1927. He was the owner of River City Spice Company. He attended Arkansas State University. He was a veteran of World War II and Korea, and served in both the Army and the Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He past international president of the Jaycees, and was selected as one of the Outstanding Young Men of America in 1965. He attended the First Baptist Church of Blytheville. He is survived by his wife, Eva Lannum Gill; a son, Ray Alan Gill of Blytheville; a sister, Robin Bennett of Blytheville; and 2 grandchildren. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery under the direction of Cobb Funeral Home.

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GILLENWATER, Pamela
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Pamela Danee Littles Gillenwater, 40, died January 26, 2007. She was born on March 16, 1966. She was a homemaker, and attended Trinity Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Randy Gillenwater; a son, Randy L. Gillenwater, Jr.; her father, Bob Littles; a brother, Jerry Littles; a nephew, Andrew Littles; and a host of other relatives and friends. Interment was at Shiloh Cemetery under the direction of Texarkana Funeral Home.

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GILLESPIE, Lula
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Lula Gillespie, 80, died November 10, 1973. She was born April 29, 1893 to James and Frances Burkhart. She was survived by her husband, Harold Gillespie; a son, Oscar Seamans; a daughter, Pat Walker; and 3 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Friendship Cemetery with arrangements by Sisco Funeral Home.

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GILLETT, Elizabeth
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Elizabeth Louise Gillett, age 6, died August 28, 1932. She was born November 28, 1925 to Harold and Vera Gillett. Burial was at Elm Springs Cemetery.

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GILLIAM, Mae
SPRINGFIELD, ARKANSAS: Mae Frances Scroggins Gilliam, 95, died December 15, 2009. She was born January 17, 1914 to Bert Scroggins and Sally Starkey Scroggins. She was a member of the Morrilton Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by three sons, Donald Cloud Gilliam, James Humphrey (Lanette) Gilliam, and Joseph Ray (Jane) Gilliam, all of Birdtown; two daughters, Margie Stobaugh and Elfreda Johnson, both of Center Ridge; 14 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cloud Paul Gilliam; and a daughter, Anna Mae Wheeler. Burial was at Kilgore Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home.

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GILLILAN, Mildred
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Mildred L. Gillilan, 86, died November 9, 2006. She retired from St. Edward Mercy Medical, and attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, William L. Gillilan, Sr. of Fort Smith; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and a great-great granddaughter. Burial was at Oak Cemetery with arrangements by Edwards Funeral Home.

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GILLILAND, Rose
DAMASCUS, ARKANSAS: Rose Lee Gilliland, 76, died March 8, 2011. She was born December 28, 1934 in Fort Worth, TX to Ernest Return Holt and Leona Scott Holt. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Greenbrier. She is survived by a daughter, Karen D. Tompsett of Heber Springs; her sons, Dale S. Gilliland of Jacksonville, and Hubert E. Gilliland of Great Falls, MT; a sister, Peggy Boswell of Fort Smith; 8 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Garland Guy Gilliland; her parents; a sister, Ernestine Boyd; and two brothers, John and Billie Holt. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Greenbrier. Interment was at Spires Cemetery under the direction of Bishop-Griffin Funeral Home.

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GILLY, Bernie L.
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Bernie Lee Gilly, 86, died May 20, 2006. He was born May 14, 1920 to the late Hence and Cora Gilly. He was a former employee of International Paper Co. He is suvived by his wife, Gladys Bosley of Gurdon. No funeral services were planned. Cremation arrangements were handled by Williams Funeral Home.

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GILMORE, Alfred, Jr.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Alfred Gilmore, Jr. died December 8, 2005. He was an interior decorator and a member of the 8th Street Baptist Church. Survivors include a son, Ricky Gilmore; his parents, Alfred Gilmore, Sr. and Pearly Combs Gilmore; a sister, Myrtle Gilmore Ross (Carl); a grandmother, Gertrude Tyson; and other relatives and friends. Arrangements were handled by J. Walton Duckett Funeral Home.

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GILMORE, Jesse H.
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Jesse Harold Gilmore, 80, died January 21, 2005. He was a retired ironworker for Buckner and Flemings Construction, and was a member of Ironworkers' Local #584 in Tulsa. He attended Solid Rock Tabernacle Church, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He is survived by three daughters, LaVonne Whitlock of Alma, LaVerne Stephens of Grove, OK, and LaNelle Schmelzer of Alma, two sons; Rev. Harold Lee Gilmore of Kibler, AR and Rev. Ronnie Gene Gilmore of Alma; a half-sister, Peggy Fuqua of Indianapolis, IN; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Mae Dillard Gilmore. Services were held at Butterfield Assembly of God in Van Buren. Burial was at Alma Cemetery by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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GILMORE, Rebecca Wheeler
NEWTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Rebecca Jane Wheeler Gilmore died July 8, 1886. She was born January 17, 1863 to Isham and Catherine Anderson Wheeler. She was survived by her husband, William Asa Gilmore. Burial was at Red Rock Cemetery.

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GILTMIER, James W.
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: James William Giltmier, 72, died July 29, 2006. He was born July 24, 1934 to the late William Giltmier and the late Elvera Roseland Giltmier. He is survived by his wife, Anna Kay Wilson Giltmier; two daughters, Carolyn Woods of Los Angeles, CA and Kathie Terwilliger of Washington, DC, a sister, Elaine Laverso; and 5 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Caruth-Hale Funeral Home.

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GISH, Alice C.
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Alice C. Gish, 78, died October 28, 2007. She was born December 6, 1928. She was a retired waitress at Ozark Truck Stop, and attended Dean Springs Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Dimp; a daughter, JoAnn West of Alma; a son, Tommy Gish of Alma; 4 grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and 14 step great-grandchildren. Interment was at Pope Cemetery in Mulberry under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home.

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GISH, Charles
OLA, ARKANSAS: Charles O. Gish died July 24, 1913. He was born September 25, 1853. He was preceded in death by a son, Lewis Gish. Burial was at Sandlin Cemetery.

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GIVENS, Winnie C. Smith
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Winnie Claire Givens, 83, died August 22, 2000. She was born July 17, 1917 to the late C.W. Smith and Myrtice Elizabeth Thompson Smith. She was of the Baptist faith. She retired from the Children's Colony at Arkedelphia. She is survived by her husband, Audley Wayne Givens; two sons, David Audley Givens and Thomas Wayne Givens, both of Arkedelphia; two daughters, Winnie Darlene McAdams of Tioga, LA and Mary Elizabeth Givens of Fordyce; two brothers, Otis Smith of New Edinburg and Travis Smith of Hampton; a sister, Iona Wilson of Silom Springs; and 2 grandchildren. Burial was at Gravelridge Cemetery in Bradley County with arrangements by Frazer's Funeral Home.

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GLADISH, Daisy
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Daisy Marjorie Gladish, 94, died February 8, 2009 at the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born April 20, 1914 in Paragould to Simon Peter and Nellie Williams. She had worked at the Ed White Shoe Factory, and was a member of Oak Grove Heights Church of Christ. She is survived by four daughters, Doris (Teddy) Jones, Sharon Sessums, Aleene Busby and Wilma Orr; two sons, Terry (Rita) Gladish and Kenneth Gladish; a sister, Anna Hopkins of Corcoran, CA; 18 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Lee Gladish; a daughter, Juanita Fulenwider; a son, Sterling Gladish; her parents; three sisters; two brothers; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren. Interment was at Pine Knot Cemetery with arrangements by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GLANDER, Vernon Lee
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Vernon Lee Glander, 59, died May 20, 1969. He was born May 30, 1909 to Albert and Eliza Shaw Glander. He was a retired railroad employee and a World War II veteran. He was survived by his wife, Erma Glander, and three brothers, Thomas, Albert, and Harold. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville under the direction of Nelson Funeral Home.

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GLASPER, Florine
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Florine Glasper, 84, died April 24, 2003. She was born January 25, 1919 to Coleman Green and Julia D. Griggs. Survivors include her husband of 70 years, Troy E. Glasper Sr.; two sons, MacArthur Glasper of Benton Harbor, Mich. and Troy E. Glasper Jr. of Indianapolis, Ind.; three daughters, Bernice Glasper, Georgia Henton and Linda Jones all of Forrest City; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Services were held at the Church of God in Christ on Division Street. Burial was at the Poplar Grove Cemetery in Colt with arrangements by People's Funeral Home.

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GLASPY, Everett
SOLGOHACHIA, ARKANSAS: Everett E. Glaspy, 83, died June 8, 2011. He was born February 17, 1928 in Keyes, OK to Ottie Monroe Glaspy and Nora Ethel Slape Glaspy. He was a member of the American Welding Society, and enjoyed camping, wildlife, raising Beagles, and running rabbits. He is survived by a brother, Carl W. Glaspy of Solgohachia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Glaspy; his parents; two sisters; and three brothers. Arrangements were handled by Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home.

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GLASS, Elmer
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Elmer Glass, 83, died July 24, 1997. He was a retired farmer and a World War II Army veteran. He attended the First Baptist Church of Cedarville. Survivors include a daughter, Francis Glass; three sons, William Glass, Grady Glass, Sr., and Michael Glass; thirteen grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Cedarville. Burial was at Oark Cemetery with arrangements by Ocker Funeral Home.

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GLASS, Napoleon B.
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Napoleon B. Glass died January 25, 1994. He was born August 16, 1920, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Interment was at Cleveland Cemetery.

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GLASSCOCK, Gus
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Gus Glasscock, age 3, died of meningitis on April 20, 1904. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Glasscock. Interment was at Bluff Cemetery.

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GLASSCOCK, Omer D.
DURHAM, ARKANSAS: Omer David Glasscock, 63, died April 5, 1998. He was born July 28, 1934 to Robert Dolphis and Samantha Black Glasscock. He was a radar technician in the Air Force, and was a Vietnam veteran. He is survived by a son, Jeffery Glasscock; a daughter, Alice R. Walters; a sister, Violet Woods; 8 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at the National Cemetery with arrangements by Moore's Chapel Funeral Home of Fayetteville, AR.

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GLAZEBROOK, Joe A.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Joe Andy Glazebrook, 53, died August 1, 2004. He was born February 8, 1951 to the late Andy Wallace Glazebrook and Madie Graddy Glazebrook. He held a Master's degree from the University of Central Arkansas. He is survived by a son, Jason T. Glazebrook of Conway; a daughter and son-in-law, Christie and Erik Oliver; and a grandson. Interment was at Crestlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Roller McNutt Funeral Home.

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GLEASON, L.C.
SALINE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: L.C. Gleason died January 1, 1909, and was born July 13, 1850 to Chandler and Lucy Gleason. Burial was at Hughes Cemetery.

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GLEGHORN, Narcissa Lampkin
GLENCOE, ARKANSAS: Narcissa Jane "Jennie" Lampkin died June 21, 1947. She was born November 20, 1867. She was preceded in death by her husband, Canaan Elonzo Gleghorn. Burial was at Humphries Cemetery.

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GLENN, Robert L.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Robert L. Glenn, 24, died February 5 1959. He was born January 10, 1932. He was a Korean War veteran. He was survived by his foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elva Curtis; two brothers, Leroy Turnbull and Freddie Turnbull; two sisters; a foster brother, Roger Curtis; and a grandmother, Mrs. M.H. Wiley. Interment was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GLISPER, Jamie
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Jamie Glisper, 79, died November 22, 2005. She was born October 24, 1926 to the late Johnny and Martha Akins. She attended Rock of Faith Deliverance Church. Survivors include three sons, Robert Glisper of Hendersonville, TN, and Donald Glisper and Rickey Glisper, both of Milwaukee, WI; five daughters, Sammie Glisper and Janice Carrington, both of Milwaukee, WI, Shirley Watson of Little Rock, Frankie Dennis of Pine Bluff, and Gale Jelks of Charlotte, NC; 22 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and a great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, James Ray Glisper. Services were held at Christian Outreach Ministry and Love Church with Rufus Dennis officiating. Burial was at P.K. Miller Cemetery with arrangements by Perry Funeral Home.

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GLISSON, Mary Lepley
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Mary Helen Glisson, 74, died February 21, 2009. She was born May 21, 1934 to Charles Elwood and Anna Almira Tasker Lepley. She was a retired insurance agent for Farmers' Mutual Insurance Company, and was the owner and principal broker of Mary Glisson Real Estate. She was a member and lay leader of Shiloh United Methodist Church at Dry Fork. She was a member of the Arkansas Democratic Women, and served as Past Matron of Huntsville chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband, Jimmie Melton Glisson, Sr.; a son and daughter-in-law, James Melton Glisson, Jr. and Karen Glisson of Berryville; two daughters and a son-in-law, Paula Christine Glisson of Berryville and Cynthia Ann and Terry Burket of Green Forest; a brother and sister-in-law, Herman Paul and Marlene Lepley of Westerville, OH; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mildred Louise and Richard Grant Kelley and Doris May Parker, all of Berryville; 3 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Lepley and Allen Lepley; and a sister, Anna Isabell Ford. Service were held at Shiloh United Methodist Church. Cremation arrangements were handled by Brashears Funeral Home.

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GLOVER, Carroll
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Carroll Glover, 68, died March 13, 1957. He was survived by his wife, Roxie Glover; a son, W.C. Glover of Little Rock; two daughters, Mildred Huff of Little Rock and Thelma Eagle of North Little Rock; six sisters, Alice Skinner, Mattie Bailey, Florence Smith, Pearl Cathey, Dewey Mae Gray, all of North Little Rock, and Jennie Rea of Lonoke; a half-brother, Marvin Glover of Little Rock; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held at Mt. Zion Methodist Church with Rev. L.C. Beasley and Rev. Martin officiating. Burial was at Glover Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Service.

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GLOVER, Helen M. Adcock
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Helen Mae Adcock Glover, 88, passed away on June 18, 2004. She was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include a daughter, Janet Lynne Kirkpatrick; a grandson; and a great-granddaughter. Interment was at Concord Cemetery in Furlow with arrangements by Griffin-Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home.

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GLOVER, Ray
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Ray U. Glover, 86, died January 2, 2004. He retired from ABF Freight Systems. He was a member of Teamsters Local #878, and served as a deacon at Baring Cross Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Wilma Glover; a sister, Gladys Brooks of Cabot; a daughter, Sue Collins; a son, Larry Glover, all of North Little Rock; two granddaughters; and a great-grandson. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Owens Funeral Home. Burial was at Glover Cemetery in Lonoke, AR.

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GO, Soo Kwock Eng
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Soo Kwock Eng Go, 76, died May 26, 2003. He was born May 13, 1927 in Wun Lou Village, Sun Woi County, Quangtung, China to the late George J.Y. and Mong Eng Go. He came to the United States in 1947. He owned the Sunnyside Grocery for 40 years, and then ran the Go Sing Restaurant for 16 years. He belonged to Trinity Episcopal Church in Pine Bluff. He was the former chairman and treasurer for the Chinese Association of Arkansas, and was the chairman of the Chinese Cemetery Association of Pine Bluff. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sue Ling Young Go of Pine Bluff; a son, Dennis Go, M.D. of Quincy, IL; two daughters, Beverly Wasson of Pine Bluff and Loretta Go of St. Louis, MO; a sister, Elaine Jew of St. Louis; and 6 grandchildren. Services were held at Trinity Episcopal Church with the Rev. Doctor Walter Van Zandt Windsor officiating. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery with arrangements by Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Directors.

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GOACHER, Louise Wilson
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Louise Wilson Goacher, 101, died May 25, 2009. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hughes, AR. She is survived by three sons, David Goacher of West Memphis, Lewis Goacher of Velvet Ridge, AR, and Billy Goacher of Hughes; two daughters, Doris Jenson of Garden City, MO, and Frances Creekmore of West Memphis; three brothers, James V. Wilson of Beebe, Robert Wilson of Clinton, AR, and Lloyd Wilson of Cabot; 19 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Franklin Goacher; two sons, Cecil Goacher and Sanford Goacher; and a daughter, Helen Coffey. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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GOAD, John
LAMAR, ARKANSAS: John Goad, 84, died on February 26, 2002. He was an entertainer, and was the son of the late Comnie and Tindall Grace Goad. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Goad. Cremation arrangements were handled by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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GOBLE, Guy Ellis
LEACHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Guy Ellis Goble, 73, died October 20, 2002. He was born August 16, 1929 to the late George T. and Ollie Free Goble. He retired from Greenlee Brothers and Co. of Rockford, IL. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Bessie Wandalene Goble; two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and Mary Goble of Oregon, IL and Larry and Candy Goble of Earlville, IL; a daughter, Connie Borgman of Hartville, MO; a brother and sister-in-law, Juril and Nell Goble of Atoka, TN; two sisters, Victoria Artis of Goodlettsville, TN and Minnie Nodine of Laredo, TX; 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; several brothers and sisters-in-law; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Billy Goble; and several siblings. Burial was at Manila Cemetery under the direction of Howard Funeral Service.

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GOBLE, Virginia Hardwicke
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Virginia R. Goble, 87, died April 7, 2006. She was a daughter of the late George Douglas and Ocie Carter Hardwicke. She was a retired businesswoman, and attended the First Christian Church. She is survived by a brother, Harold Hardwicke of Navoto, CA; and several nephews, nieces, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed (Bob) Goble. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, OK with Rev. Phil McGeehee officiating. Arrangements were handled by Hardwicke Funeral Home.

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GOCHENOUR, Evelyn
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Evelyn Gochenour, 82, died August 9, 1996. She was of the Presbyterian faith. She is survived by a daughter, Dian Reeves; and a grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Gochenour. Arrangements were handled by Dillinger Funeral Home of Newport, AR.

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GODFREY, Zola Hefner
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Zola Thelma Hefner Godfrey, 95, died on January 17, 2006. She was born November 22, 1910 to Jacob and Ethel Henley Hefner. She is survived by six children; and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers; and her husband of 65 years, Lolan Godfrey. Services were held at the Pleasant Grove Friendship Church. Interment was at Pleasant Grove Cemetery with arrangements handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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GODLEY, Kenneth J.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Kenneth J. Godley, 53, died July 29, 1984. He retired from Franklin Electric, and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Jacksonville. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Austin Godley; two daughters, Kathy Ann Godley of Cabot, and Karen Jefferys of Anchorage, AK; three sons, Rodney Kenneth Godley of Owosso, MI, and Ronald and Jeffery Godley, both of Cabot; his mother, Augusta Monroe Godley of Owosso, MI; three brothers, Stanley Godley of Durand, MI, and Albert and Gene Godley, both of Swartz Creek, MI; and 8 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Church of the Nazarene in Jacksonville. Burial was at Chapel Hill Memorial Park with arrangements by Jacksonville Funeral Home.

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GODSEY, Quinton S., Jr.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Quinton S. Godsey Jr., 86, died August 8, 2006. He established Godsey's Dry Cleaners in 1943. He was a Mason, a Shriner, and a member of both the Sertoma Club and Elks Lodge. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Quinton S. Godsey III and wife Judi; a daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Bill Thrasher; a sister, Verba Johnson; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leah Louise Godsey. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Owens Funeral Home. Burial was at Rest Hills Memorial Park.

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GODWIN, Harry J.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Harry J. Godwin, 59, died October 6, 2007. He was born August 9, 1948 to Ethel Kersey Godwin and Joseph Godwin. Survivors include his wife, Cherry Godwin; his daughters, Sherry Beavers of Austin, Pam and husband Bill Miller of Cabot, Angela Thompson of Cabot, and Teri and husband Anthony Motes, also of Cabot; his mother; a sister, Wanda Berry; a brother, Jimmy Godwin, all of North Carolina; 8 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; a daughter, Kim Godwin; and two brothers, Garry Godwin and Sammy Godwin. Services were held at Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Cabot with Bro. Brent Summerhill presiding. Burial was at Old Austin Cemetery.

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GOETZ, Ralph I.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Ralph Ivan Goetz, 78, died October 21, 2007. He was born February 1, 1929 to Carl and Ena Frye Goetz. He was a retired farmer. He attended the First United Methodist Church, and was a member of the United Methodist Men. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Virginia Stephens Goetz; two daughters and sons-in-law, Paula and William Brasko, and Lisa and Danny Bullock, all of Stuttgart; a brother, Harold Goetz of Stuttgart; two sisters, Ruth Snotzmeier of Stuttgart, and Phyllis Wittman of Hot Springs; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Larry Kelso officiating. Burial was at Lone Tree Cemetery under the direction of Turpin Funeral Home.

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GOFF, Frederick W.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Frederick Goff, 60, died June 21, 1975. He was born March 4, 1915 to Ernest Clyde and Grayce Granklin Goff. He retired from the U.S. Army. He was survived by his wife, Florence Jorg Goff; two sons, James Goff and Jerome Goff; two daughters, Billy Jean Frey and Joan Turner; 13 grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GOFORTH, Napanee Grayhorse
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Napanee Inez Goforth, 74, passed away June 18, 2005. She was born April 28, 1931 to Benito Altaha Gohmehcias Grayhorse and Louise Huggins Grayhorse. She was a dairy farmer, and was a graduate of Bacone College in Muskogee, OK. She attended Nicodemus Community Church. She is survived by two sons, David Goforth and wife Jackie of Siloam Springs, and Mike Goforth and wife Marilyn of Siloam Springs; 3 grandchildren, Natasha Goforth, Joshua Goforth, and Matthew Goforth, all of Siloam Springs; two sisters, Teewahnee Laird of Forrest City, AR and Loretta Prince of Princeton, TX; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Loren Goforth; an infant daughter; and a brother, Benito Grayhorse. Services were held at Wasson Memorial Chapel with Dr. A.P. Vohs and Rev. John Croce officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Wasson Funeral Home.

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GOFORTH, Nevada
THORNBURG, ARKANSAS: Nevada Tucker Goforth, 95, of Thornburg died February 8, 2005. She was born January 5, 1910 to Eli Tucker and Nina Harrington Tucker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Iniss Victory Goforth. She is survived by her daughter, Phyliss Van Dalsen of Thornburg; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Interment was at Thornburg Cemetery with arrangements by Harris Funeral Home of Perryville, AR.

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GOGGANS, Zenobie Frizzell
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Zenobie Frizzell Goggans, 83, died April 30, 2009. She was born September 23, 1925 to the late Luther Burnice Frizzell, Sr. and Alma Tipton Frizzell. She was a retired accounting manager for Southern Specialty. She was a member of Crigler Missionary Baptist Church in Star City. She is survived by four daughters, Lynette Geary and husband Mark of Waco, TX, Ginger Keller and husband Greg of Van Buren, and Renee Goggans and Lorraine Goggans, both of Star City; a nephew, Glen Frizzell and wife Tanya of Star City; 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a godchild; and six brothers, J.T. Frizzell, William Frizzell, and Nelson Frizzell, all of Star City, Donald Frizzell of Pine Bluff, Johnnie Frizzell of Montgomery, AL, and Charles Frizzell of Sherwood. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Brawner M. Goggans; a brother, Luther Burnice Frizzell, Jr.; and a sister, Margie James. Services were held at First Baptist Church in Star City. Burial was at Best Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Service.

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GOINGS, Nellie I.
WALNUT RIDGE, ARKANSAS: Nellie Irene Goings, 84, died December 31, 2000. She was a homemaker. She is survived by a son, Paul Lee Goings, Jr. of Pocahontas; three daughters, Freida Louise Weiner, Pocahontas, Marlene Sue Rose and Jackie Weyer, both of Paragould; three brothers; two sisters; 8 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Lee Goings, Sr.; a grandson; a granddaughter; and a stepdaughter. Burial was at Chesser Cemetery in Pocahontas with arrangements by McNabb Funeral Home.

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GOLD, Betty
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Betty Newsom Gold, 74, died July 14, 2010. She was born July 3, 1936 to the late Johnny H. and Virgie May Newsom. She was a retired nurse's aide, and attended Grace Apostolic Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Belinda Jean and Dan Livingston of Hot Springs; a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth W. and Mary E. Gold of Jessieville; a sister, Virginia L. Butler of Hot Springs; 10 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth F. Gold; a son, Joel David Gold; and a daughter, Karolyn Marie Goodnight. Interment was at Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Hot Springs Funeral Home.

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GOLDEN, Georgia Daniels
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Georgia Anna Daniels Golden, 72, died August 31, 1998. She was born June 9, 1926 to the late Grover C. and Verta Crabb Daniels. She attended Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by four sons, Ralph Daniel Cagle of Batesville, Garry Cagle of Gurdon, Stephen Edward Cagle of Arkadelphia, and Paul Michael Cagle of Sherman, TX; a daughter, Norma Gail Buckman of Arkadelphia; a brother, Donald L. Daniels of Arkadelphia; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Golden; and a son, Samuel J. Cagle. Services were held at Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Newsome presiding. Interment was at Golden Cemetery with arrangements by Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home.

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GOLDEN, Janice C.
BLACK OAK, ARKANSAS: Janice Carter Golden, 76, died March 14, 2006. She was a homemaker. She attended Black Oak Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Belinda Hansen, of Jonesboro; a son, Ricky Golden, of Osceola; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Golden; her parents, Eli Burley and Emily Marshall Carter; a brother, Tommy Carter; and sisters, Gwen Peete Copeland and Laverne Brooks. Services were held at Black Oak Baptist Church with J.W. Gibbs, Chad Morgan and Ulysses Vandemolen officiating. Burial was at Monette Cemetery with arrangements by Gregg Funeral Home of Monette, AR.

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GOLDEN, Selma Abraham
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Selma Abraham Banks Golden, 80, passed away January 26, 2005. She was born June 2, 1924 to the late Benjamin and Pearl Winkler Abraham. She was a member of Temple Anshe Emeth, a member of the Temple Board and President of the Temple Sisterhood. She was an American Red Cross volunteer for over 50 years, and worked as a nurse during World War II. She was also a volunteer at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Robert N. Banks and Guy H. Golden, Jr., and a brother, Jack Abraham. She is survived by her son, Dennis Banks of Oneonta, NY; a daughter, Susan B. Board of Jacksonville, FL; and 4 grandchildren. Interment was at the Jewish Cemetery with Rabbi Eugene Levy officiating. Arrangements were handled by Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.

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GOLDMAN, Cleo
LEPANTO, ARKANSAS: Cleo Goldman, 83, died May 9, 2003. He was born November 28, 1919. He was a farmer, and was of the Pentecostal faith. He is survived by four sons, William Wayne Goldman of Seattle, WA, Rickey Ray Goldman of Rosebud, David Eugene Goldman of Tyronza, and Tommy Lee Goldman of Bellstrop, TX; two daughters, Nancy Carolyn Joyce of Plant City, FL and Donna Sue Russell of Marked Tree; 18 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Mofield Goldman; his parents, Grover and Margaret Goldman; and 4 sisters. Services were held at the United Pentecostal Church in Lepanto. Interment was at Garden Point Cemetery in Athelstan under the direction of Roller-Swift Funeral Home.

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GOLDSBY, Helen Brown
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Helen Mae Brown Goldsby, 80, passed away February 3, 2000. She was born September 21, 1919 to the late Andrew and Mary Brown. She retired from the Arkadelphia Human Development Center. She attended New Mount Zion Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, J.C. Goldsby; three sons, Eddie Ray Goldsby of Oak Park, MI, Charles Edward Goldsby of Seattle, WA, and Robert Lee Goldsby of Phoenix, AZ; a daughter, Carolyn Hill of Gurdon; two brothers, A.B. Brown of Gurdon, and Cody Brown of Lexa; three sisters, Everline Wheeler and Roxie Hubbard of St. Louis, MO, and Katie Hampton of Lexa; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at New Mount Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Wallace Ingram officiating. Burial was at Rose Hedge Cemetery with arrangements by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GOLEMBESKI, Joseph M.
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: Joseph M. Golembeski, 87, died March 16, 2004. He was born August 7, 1916 to John and Berniece Golembeski. He was a retired electronics technician with the Federal Aviation Administration, and was of the Catholic faith. He is survived by three daughters, Susan Taylor of Searcy; Jain Eria of Guerneville, CA, and Anne Reiker of Albuquerque, NM; three brothers, John Golembeski of Green Bay, WI, Stanley Golembeski of Michigan, and Harry Golembeski of Chicago; a sister, Betty Czech of Chicago; a grandson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret Thurman Golembeski; a son, Joseph M. Golembeski, Jr.; and a brother, George Golembeski. Interment was at Bear Creek Cemetery near Evening Shade with arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City, AR.

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GONZALES, Audrey Grice
BLYTHEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Audrey Elaine Gonzales, 79, died October 10, 2007. She was born November 5, 1927 in Sydney, Australia to the late Bert and Irene Grice. She was a retired employee of Norge Village and Lou's Surplus Store. She attended Pathway Church of God, and was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Betty Gonzales of Batesville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Anita and John Milligan of Hensley, AR and Yvonne and Charles Hall of Lawton, OK; two brothers, Gary Grice and Gerald Grice, both of Sydney, Australia; a cousin, Winnie Hillier and husband Lachlan of Sydney; 10 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Gonzales. Services were held at Cobb Funeral Home in Blytheville with Rev. Danny Rigney officiating. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery.

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GONZALES, Simon
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Simon Gonzales, 59, died October 16, 2006. He was born February 18, 1947. He was an employee of Producer's Rice Mill. He is survived by his wife, Annie Gonzales; two sons, Steven Herrera of Stuttgart and Valentine Gonzales of Lubbock, Texas; four daughters, Abby Gonzales Vicky Morris and Lisa Smith, all of Stuttgart, and Sylvia Gonzales of Lubbock, Texas; a brother, Raymon Benavides and wife Mary Ann of Bryan, Texas; a nephew; and 10 grandchildren. Services were held at Harmony Baptist Church with Bro. David Inzer officiating. Funeral arrangements were handled by Turpin Funeral Home.

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GONZALEZ, Viviana S.
NASHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Viviana S. Gonzales, 75, died June 8, 2006. She was born on September 11, 1930 in Coyote, NM to Juan S. and Ophelia Ortega. Survivors include two sons, Rudy Mascarenas of Fruita, CO and Jimmy Mascarenas of New Hope; two brothers, Gilberto Serrano of Coyote, NM and Celerino Serrano of Utah; a sister, Isabel Madrid of Coyote, NM; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Academy Cemetery with Freeman Henderson officiating. Arrangements were handled by Latimer Funeral Home of Nashville, AR.

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GOOCH, Johnny
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Johnny Gooch, 52, died January 10, 2005. He was born November 27, 1952. He was a self-employed handyman, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Amanda Gooch of Hope; his mother and stepfather, Pearl and Bill Rackley of Midwest City, OK; two sons, Tommy Gooch of Oklahoma City, OK and Steven Gooch of Edmond, OK; a daughter, Johnna Gooch of Dale City, OK; four brothers, Douglas Reeves of Blanchard, OK, James Reeves of Wellstop, Ok, Horace Andrew Gooch of Oklahoma City, OK and Frankie Darnell Gooch of Hope, AR; a sister, Barbara Jean Hendricks of Portland, OR; and three grandchildren. Burial was at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Waldo, AR with the Rev. Mike Turner officiating. Arrangements were handled by Smith Funeral Home of Stamps, AR.

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GOOCH, Zona
LEACHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Zona Gooch, 94, died December 22, 2007. She was the daughter of the late Sam and Viola Freeman Jones. She was a charter member of Happy Corner Assembly of God, where she served many years as a Sunday School teacher and church pianist. Survivors include two daughters, Gretha Bennett of Marshall, MI and LaVonda Walker of Cardwell, MO; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Gooch. Services were held at Leachville Assembly of God. Burial was at Leachville Cemetery with arrangements by Howard Funeral Service.

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GOOD, Girty
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Girty Good, 84, died November 12, 2008. She was born January 13, 1924 to Joe and Ola Hammons. She was a member of St. Matthew No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by two stepchildren, Annie and Bruce Good; a sister, Mazie Wright of Morrilton; and a brother, Arstell Hammons of Center Ridge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luther B. Good. Services were held at St. Matthew No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at Bethlehem Cemetery in Springfield by Wilson and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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GOOD, Jewel D. Jones
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Jewel Dean Jones Good, 82, died May 10, 2004. She was born September 28, 1921 to Samuel Jackson Jones and Jenetta Dover Jones. She was a homemaker, and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Survivors include two daughters, Ellen Edmondson of Forrest City and Polly Brown of Olive Branch, MS; a stepdaughter, Rita Cox of Cordova, TN; two stepsons, Johnny Good of Conway and Ricky Good of Palestine; two sisters, Lois Jones Johnson of Little Rock and Patsy Howton of Palestine; 13 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Good; four brothers; and two sisters. Services were held at the chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. Artie Lloyd officiating. Burial was at Forrest Park Cemetery.

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GOODHEART, Matilda
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Matilda Goodheart died June 9, 1912. She was born June 30, 1836. Burial was at Horsley Cemetery.

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GOODING, Oma
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Oma Clay Gooding, 86, died January 15, 1982. She was born January 3, 1896 to William and Isabell Brewer Stacey. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by a son, Calvin E. Nichols; a sister, Zona Drain; 9 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Gooding. Interment was at Patrick Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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GOODSON, J.P.
HOWARD COUNTY, ARKANSAS: J.P. Goodson died June 30, 1939. He was born March 6, 1845. He was a Confederate Civil War veteran. Interment was at Wynn Cemetery.

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GOODSON, Mary Callaham
NASHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Mary L. Callaham Goodson, 76, died July 23, 2005. She was born December 28, 1928 to Archie and Mable Dooley Callaham. She was a member of Center Point Church of Christ, and enjoyed watching soap operas. She is survived by her sons, Ricky Goodson and wife Ann of Ashdown, AR, and Alan Goodson and wife Sharon of Rogers, AR; a sister, Bonnie Peek and husband Baird of Center Point; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Balis Goodson; and a son, Steve Goodson. Interment was at Center Point Cemetery under the direction of Nashville Funeral Home.

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GOODWIN, Garland E.
BEEBEE, ARKANSAS: Garland E. Goodwin, 82, died May 7, 2004. He was a retiree of the Timex Corporation after 38 years of service. He was a tool and die maker. He was a WWII veteran, and fought in Germany. He belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Jacksonville, where he served in numerous capacities of church and religious service. He was most recently a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Searcy. Survivors include three sons, Dan Goodwin of Jacksonville, Larry Goodwin of Long Beach, CA, and Mark Goodwin of Beebe; three daughters, Margaret Lowery of Denver, CO, Naomi Blauer of Boise, ID, and Janice Gandy of Gilbert, AZ; 26 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Jacksonville. Burial was at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Beebe, AR.

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GOOLEY, Edna M.
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, ARKANSAS: Edna Mae Gooley, 94, died December 21, 2006. She is survived by a daughter, Betty Jo Gooley of Tucson, AZ. Services were held at Peace Lutheran Church in Cherokee Village. Funeral arrangements were handled by Heath Funeral Home.

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GOREE, Almetter
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Almetter Goree died November 19, 2009. She was born March 26, 1931 to Bob and Nannie Stamps Goree. She was a cook, and attended Westside Church of Christ. She is survived by a brother, James Goree; and a sister, Juanita Perkins, both of Crossett. She was preceded in death by her parents; and several siblings. Services were held at Westside Church of Christ. Interment was at Westview Cemetery with arrangements by Sims Mortuary.

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GOREE, George W.
MONTROSE, ARKANSAS: George W. Goree, 67, died September 24, 2006. He was an educator, a school principal, and a U.S. Army veteran. He attended Montrose United Methodist Church, where he was on the Board of Trustees. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Barbara Gibson Goree; a son, George (Chip) Goree II and wife, Jennifer, of Bryant, AR; a daughter, Kayla Lewis and husband, David, of Monticello; a brother, Charles Horner, Jr.; a sister, Madalyn Cox and husband, LeRoy, of Baton Rouge, LA; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Julius Goree; his mother, Thelma McNett Horner; and his stepfather, Charles Horner. Services were held at Montrose United Methodist Church with Rev. Todd-Paul Taulbee and Rev. Larry Donaldson officiating. Burial with Masonic rites was at Pinewood Memorial Park Cemetery.

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GOREE, Johnny Lee
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Johnny Lee Goree, 45, died April 10, 2006. He was born June 17, 1960 to Thomas Harold and Claudell Miller Goree. He enjoyed cooking and music. He is survived by his mother; two brothers, Tony Goree and Fredrick Goree; and three sisters, Joyce Wade, Lora Tolefree and Yulonda Levy, all of Crossett. He was preceded in death by his father; a sister, Cynthia Goree; and a brother, Willie Melvin Goree. Services were held at Pleasant Green Baptist Church. Burial was at Westview Cemetery under the direction of Jones Funeral Home.

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GORMAN, Alex, Jr.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Alex Gorman, Jr., 74, died February 26, 2007. He was born July 28, 1932 to the late Alex Gorman, Sr. and Elsie Louise Knight Gorman. He attended Mt. Zion Methodist Church, and was a member of the United Auto Workers union. Survivors include his wife, Betty Gorman; three children, Rebecca Lasaca, Jennifer Cabral, and Michael Gorman all of California; a sister, Barbara Temple of California; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mt. Zion Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Wooley officiating. Arrangements were handled by Moore's Cabot Funeral Home.

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GORMAN, Felix
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Felix Gorman died on March 25, 1898. He was born in 1837. He served with Co. G, 17th Mississippi Infantry during the Civil War. Interment was at Bayou Meto Cemetery in Pulaski County, Arkansas.

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GORMAN, Ronnie
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Ronnie Gorman, 59, died July 19, 2007. He was a supervisor at Anthony Timberland. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, and attended South Fork Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Gorman; a brother, George Gorman of Hampton; a sister, Ellen McChristian of Little Rock; his nephews and nieces; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Steven Gorman; his parents, Edward and Lesta Mae Gorman; and a brother, Billy Gorman. Services were held at South Fork Baptist Church. Interment was at Center Ridge Cemetery with arrangements by Horne Funeral Home.

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GORUM, Alberta J. Rife
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Alberta Jane Rife Gorum, 76, died December 30, 2004. She was born March 13, 1928 to Aver E. Rife and Roxie Marie Ritter Rife. She was a retired legal secretary. Among the survivors are two step-daughters, Nancy Gorum Johnson of Fayetteville, and Martha Gorum Jackson of Tucson, Ariz.; and a grandson, Benjamin Walker Johnson of Lubbock, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles H. Gorum. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs. Wasson Funeral Home of Siloam Springs, AR handled the arrangements.

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GOSA, Mildred
BRINKLEY, ARKANSAS: Mildred Mae Gosa, 73, died December 3, 2009. She was born August 29, 1936 to the late Mabrey Foster and Sara Lee Earnest Foster. She is survived by two sons, Keith Gosa of Brinkley, and Vernon Gosa of Port St. Lucie, FL; three daughters, Roxanne Snipes and husband Phillip Tallman of Hartsville, SC, Charlotte Cissell and husband Tim of West Helena, and Lori Gschwend of Brinkley; a sister, Pauline Yeager and husband Jimmy of West Helena; two brothers, Charles Foster and wife Juanita of Sedgwick, AR, and Leslie Foster and wife Bobby of Hot Springs; 22 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheila Shorey; three sons, Larry Gosa, Bill Gosa, and Harold Gosa; and her parents. Interment was at Sunset Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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GOSBY, Ammie Griswold
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Ammie Gosby, 70, died March 9, 2002. She was born January 14, 1932 to the late Arthur Griswold and Nellie Jeffery Griswold. She is survived by her husband, Harrison Gosby; four brothers, Rev. David Griswold, Roman Griswold, Arthur Griswold and Oliver Griswold, all of Toledo; and two sisters, Earline Chatman of Pine Bluff, and Gladys Turner of Toledo. Services were held at Highland Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Handley officiating. Burial was at Henson Memorial Garden in Pine Bluff with arrangements by Henson Mortuary.

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GOTCHER, Ora Gould
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ora Mae Gould Gotcher, 93, died August 17, 2006. She was a daughter of the late Jerd and Delia King Gould. She attended the First Baptist Church of Clarksville. Survivors include two sons, Paul D. Gotcher and wife Nita of Fort Myers, FL, and Patrick Gotcher and wife Amy of Fort Worth, TX; 4 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at Harmony Cemetery with arrangements handled by Hardwicke Funeral Home.

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GOTHARD, Floyd N.
PERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Floyd Newton Gothard, 73, died May 29, 1974. He was a World War I veteran and a retired construction worker. He is survived by his wife, Pearl Carter Gothard; two sons, Melton Gothard and Stephen Gothard; two daughers, Merceile Helms and Hazel Stone; 12 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Perryville with Rev. Troy Stone officiating. Interment was at Cherry Hill Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Service.

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GOUDEAUX, Doris J. Ammons
JOINER, ARKANSAS: Doris Jean Ammons Goudeaux, 59, died August 12, 2005. She was a retiree of American Greetings. Survivors include her husband, Wilton J. Goudeaux of Joiner, AR; two sons, John Paul Goudeaux of Marion, AR and Wilton J. Goudeaux III of Nashville, TN; three sisters, Delthea Graves of Marion, AR, Dessie Lipford of Blytheville, AR and Dorothy Roberts of Collierville, TN; two brothers, Darrell Ammons of Oklahoma City, OK and Delmar Ammons of Keiser, AR; and two grandchildren. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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GOUGER, Clarence, Sr.
GREENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Clarence "Bud" Gouger, Sr., 89, died April 18, 2007. He retired from the New Jersey Public Schools, and was also a hunter safety instructor with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. He attended Saints Sabina and Mary Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Phyllis Gouger; a son and daughter-in-law, Bud Gouger, Jr. and wife Edith of Greenwood; a brother and sister-in-law, Lester and Nan Gouger of Fredon, NJ; 2 granddaughters; and 4 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Liberty Cemetery by McConnell Funeral Home.

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GOUGER, Phyllis
GREENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Phyllis Rita Gouger, 90, died September 2, 2008. She was a member of Ss. Sabina and Mary Catholic Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Bud Gouger, Jr. and wife Edith of Greenwood; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence "Bud" Gouger, Sr. Burial was at Liberty Cemetery under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home.

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GOULD, Beverly
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Beverly Gould died May 14, 1864. He was a Civil War soldier, and served with Company E of the 54th U.S. Colored Infantry. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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GOWDER, Aggie Mae
COLT, ARKANSAS: Aggie Mae Gowder, 96, died February 5, 2009. She was born October 8, 1912. She was a retired housekeeper. She is survived by 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Services were held Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Connie Moore officiating. Burial was at Stanley Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Clay Funeral Home.

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GOWING, Athel Chloe
ALTUS, ARKANSAS: Athel Chloe Gowing, 68, died July 26, 1984. He was a retired miner, and attended the Ozark Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Agnes Harris Gowing; two daughters, Nina Brown and Ruth Ballard; a son, James Gowing; 8 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at the chapel of Shaffer Funeral Home in Ozark with Johnny Mahan presiding. Interment was at Highland Cemetery in Ozark.

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GRADDY, Levy A. Fulks
BEE BRANCH, ARKANSAS: Levy Ann Fulks Graddy died on November 18, 1929, and was born on September 2, 1842. Interment was at Colony Cemetery.

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GRAHAM, Erlene
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Erlene Chappell Graham, 60, died April 14, 2006. She was retired from the Hamburg Shirt Factory, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband, Waymon Graham of Hamburg; two sons, Ray Wesson of Fountain Hill and Bradley Graham of Hamburg; two daughters, Marlene Curry of Warren and Christy Brazier of Felsenthal; three brothers, Drew Chappell Brown of Fouke, AR, Henry Chappell of Palmer, TX and Jean Chappell of Sipsley, AL; three sisters, JoeAnn Collier of Hamburg; Kim Fraser of Texarkana, AR and Mary Wright of Wilmer, AR; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Frances Georgine Chappell; two sisters, Dorothy Evans & Lily Chappell; and a brother, Dean Chappell. Services were held in the chapel of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Elton officiating. Burial was at Flat Creek Cemetery.

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GRAHAM, Gertie L.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Gertie L. Graham, 76, died September 16, 2006. She was a retired cafeteria manager for the Pine Bluff School System. Survivors include her sons, Charles Graham of North Little Rock and Ronald w. Graham of Monticello; a daughter, Kathleen Campbell of Pine Bluff; her sisters, Edith Lockhart of Star City and Kathleen Leopard of Rison; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.F. "Red" Graham; and a brother. Burial was at Good Faith Cemetery.

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GRAHAM, Norma
EL PASO, ARKANSAS: Norma Stracener Graham died December 18, 2003. She was born March 7, 1923 to Clarence and Zula Stracener. Survivors include a daughter, Nita Patrom (Chip) of Vilonia; two sons, Johnnie Graham of El Paso, and James Graham (Karen) of Grand Rapids, MI; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Graham. Services were held at Mars Hill Church of Christ. Interment was at Grissard Cemetery.

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GRAMLING, Jerry
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Jerry Gramling, 74, died May 20, 2007. He was a retired tax auditor for the state of Arkansas. He attended Sylvan Hills United Methodist Church. He is survived by his children, Pam Thompson and husband Charles of Sherwood, Nan Black of North Little Rock, Mike Gramling of Jacksonville, Marty Gramling and wife Andrea of Ozark, MO, and Becky Hobby and husband Brian of Sherwood; his sisters, Joy Powers, and Judy Rowland and husband Donnie, all of Stanford; 8 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Owens Gramling; his parents, Robert Earl and Mabel Gregory Gramling; and a brother, Glenn Gramling. Interment was at Chapel Hill Memorial Park under the direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home.

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GRANT, James P.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: James Pitmon Grant, 85, died June 11, 2006. He was born September 13, 1920 to James Walter and Stella Matthews Grant. He was a member of the American Legion. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Beeks Grant; two daughters, Pauline Hines and Peggy Ruth Smith, both of Prairie Grove; three sisters, Ellavie Dallas of Tahlequah, OK, and Corrine Reed and Maudie Phillips, both of Prairie Grove; 6 grandchildren; and his great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandchild, James Melvin Pergeson. Burial was at Prairie Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GRANT, James W.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: James Walter Grant, 84, former Prairie Grove resident, died in a Fort Smith rest home December 17, 1965. He was born February 26, 1881. He was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Stella Grant; four sons, James of Prairie Grove, Clifford of Summers, and Frank and John of Glencoe, OK; five daughters, Mrs. Corinne Jackson of Long Beach, CA, Mrs. Daisy Eager of Oregon City, OR, Mrs. Ellavie Dallas of Tahlequa, OK, Mrs. Maudie Rector of Arizona, and Mrs. Audie Hodge of Westville, OK; 36 granchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Howell Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GRANT, Stella
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Stella Lacresa Grant, 81, died July 18, 1977. She was born December 3, 1892 to Luke and Clara Johnson Matthews. She was a Baptist. She is survived by four sons, James of Prairie Grove, Clifford of Farmington, Frank of Stayton, OR, and John of Groveland, FL; five daughters, Mrs. Daisy Edger of Jefferson, OR, Mrs. Ellavie Dallas and Mrs. Maudie Phillips, both of Prairie Grove, Mrs. Audie Hodges of Westville, OK, and Mrs. Corrine Singster of Dutch Mills, AR; a brother, Amos Matthews of Aurora, MN; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Burris of Rocky Point, CO, Mrs. Vina Halton of Minnett, MO, and Mrs. Vick Head of Parsons, KS; 38 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Burial was at Howell Cemetery by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GRANT, Sue
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Sue Louise Grant, 88, died May 10, 2004. She was born August 11, 1915. She is survived by eight children; 29 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Boney Grant, Jr.; her parents, Milton M. and Suluwee Scott Cannon; and a sister, Mildred Mayfield. Services were held at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery under the direction of Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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GRANT, William Garrison
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Garrison Grant, 85, died May 3, 1963. He was born September 10, 1877 to Frank and Dulcie Grant. Survivors include three sons, Jasper of Oroville, CA, and Earl and Roy of Amarillo, TX; a brother, Walter, of Prairie Grove; a sister, Mrs. Mollie Cattern of Stillwell, OK; and 18 grandchildren. Burial was at Prairie Grove cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GRATIOT, Steven D.
DECATUR, ARKANSAS: Steven Donald Gratiot, 45, passed away March 31, 2005. He was born October 15, 1959 in Idaho Falls, ID, the son of Calvin Donald Gratiot and Gwendalyn Holmgren Gratiot. He was a former member of the Navy Seals and a Gulf War veteran. He was a machinist for NASA Aerospace. He was preceded in death by one brother, Rick Gratiot. Survivors include his wife, Stacie Gratiot, of the home; a daughter, Kelsey Gratiot of Idaho Falls, ID; three step-sons, Robert Burham, Richard Burham, and Ryan Burham, all of Boise, ID; two sisters, Sandy Harris and husband Robert of Big Lake, AK and Becky Bales of Idaho Falls, ID. Arrangements were handled by Wasson Funeral Home.

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GRATTAN, Alice
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Alice Lawrence Grattan, 78, died July 2, 1977 in Siloam Springs. She was born April 26, 1899 in Missouri to Layard and Rebecca Wolf Lawrence. She attended the First United Methodist Church of Siloam Springs, and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Siloam Springs Riding Club. Survivors include a brother, Ben Lawrence of Sioux City, IA; a sister, Mrs. C.H. Wood of Springfield, MO; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Grattan. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery by Wasson Funeral Home.

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GRAVES, Corene
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Corene Crawford Graves, 70, died April 16, 2003. She was the daughter of Luther and Cassie Barnum Crawford. She worked for Smokey Hollow Foods, and attended Marlow Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her mother, Cassie Nicholson of Bee Branch; a daughter, Debbie Graves Jones and husband Leonard of Sheridan; a sister, Wilma Crawford of Center Ridge; two half-brothers, Roger Nicholson of Bee Branch and Terry Nicholson of Conway; a daughter-in-law, Michele Graves of St. Louis; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Graves. Services were held at Marlow Misssionary Baptist Church. Burial was at Orion Cemetery in Hensley, AR under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home.

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GRAVES, Donald W.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Donald Wayne "Smiley" Graves died July 15, 2009. He was a painter, and was a member of G&H Hunting Club. Survivors include his mother, Shirley Graves; three sisters, Mary Graves, Cindy Gann, and Tina Faulkner; three brothers, Russell Graves, Bobby Graves, and John Graves, Jr.; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, John F. Graves, Sr. Services were held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Interment was at Natural Steps Cemetery under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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GRAVES, Eloise
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Eloise Graves, 83, died December 4, 2005 at Baptist Medical Center. Survivors include two sisters, Betty R. Hamilton and Clarence Green, both of North Little Rock; a brother, Fred Dyer, Jr. of Little Rock; her cousins; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Clara Dyer. Services were held at Lee Chapel A.M.E. Church. Arrangements were handled by Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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GRAVES , Lois
MOUNTAINBURG, ARKANSAS: Lois Jean Graves, 85, died January 23, 2002. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service, and also worked for the U.S. Forestry Service. She attended Mount View Methodist Church, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, in which she held several offices, including past Grand Warder and Past Deputy. Survivors include a son, Charles Graves of Fayetteville; her grandchildren; a great-grandson; and her caregivers, Connie Seratt and Dorothy Hayne, both of Mountainburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Graves. Interment was at Vaught Cemetery under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home.

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GRAY, Elzworth M.
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Elzworth Marion Gray, 82, died February 17, 2006. He was born November 18, 1923. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a retiree of Dollins Furniture, and had also worked as a custodian at Oak Grove School. He attended Grace United General Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Rosetta Mae Gray; a son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Debra Gray; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and Jimmy White, and Carolyn and Leslie Ashby; five brothers, Athern Gray, Curt Gray, Chester Gray, Bobby Gray, and Homer Gray; a sister, Thalia Lee; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Frances Gray; a brother, Bill Gray; and a sister, Ellen Gray. Burial was at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mitchell Funeral Home of Paragould, AR.

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GRAY, Leonard T.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Leonard T. Gray, 63, died on January 25, 2006. He was a retiree of the North Little Rock Water Works. Survivors include a son, Bobby J. Gray (Leola) of Little Rock; a grandson, Christopher L. Gray; and his step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother; and a half-brother. Interment was at Bullock-Hatchett Cemetery in Maumelle under the direction of Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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GRAY, Lucille Cothren
HECTOR, ARKANSAS: Lucille Gray, 79, died October 4, 2005. She was born September 8, 1926 to the late Ben and Sarah Cassie Duvall Cothren. She is survived by her husband of over sixty years, Raymond Gray; two daughters, Jo Ann Gray and Carol Proctor, both of Dover; a brother, Grady Cothren of Atkins; two grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers; and two sisters. A memorial service was held with Rev. Ray Cossey officiating. Arrangements were handled by Shinn Funeral Service.

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GRAY, William O.
DeVALLS BLUFF, ARKANSAS: William Oscar Gray, 69, died August 8, 2004. He was the former mayor of DeValls Bluff, and a retired school administrator. Survivors include his wife, Thelma Shaw Gray; a daughter, Cheryl Wall of Alexander; a son, John Gray of West Helena; 3 granddaughters; 7 step-grandchildren; 3 step great-grandchildren; a sister, Elsie Hall of Ames, IA; and a brother, Leroy Gray of North Little Rock. Services were held at the First Assembly of God in Biscoe, followed by interment at Oakland Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Westbrook Funeral Home.

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GRAYSON, Virginia
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Virginia Grayson, 78, died October 14, 2005. She was a retiree of Whirlpool Corporation. She was also a charter member of Victory Temple Pentecostal Church. Survivors include a son, Burrell McFadden of Van Buren; a brother, Rev. A.C. McFadden of Van Buren; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Burial was at Morrison Cemetery in Rudy, AR under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren.

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GRAYUM, Estelle
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Estelle M. Grayum, 82, died May 23, 2009. She was born February 6, 1927 in Oakwood, AR to the late Monroe and Abigail Blake Speers. She retired from Lake Catherine Footwear. She is survived by her husband, Leonard L. Grayum; three daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Stephen Robinson of Texas, and Donna and David Pratt, and Paula and Giovanni Li Mandri, all of Hot Springs; a sister, Leola Crumpton of Jessieville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Willie and Kathy Speers of Hot Springs, and Orville and Willa Maude Speers of California; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Louie Speers, Cecil Speers, and Eugene Speers; and two sisters, Orlean Speers and Faye Minton. Interment was at Morning Star Cemetery under the direction of Hot Springs Funeral Home.

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GREB, Nick A.
RATCLIFF, ARKANSAS: Nick A. Greb, 83, died April 27, 2005. He was born December 3, 1921 to George Adam Greb and Mary Elizabeth Weindel Greb. He was a retired farmer. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and attended St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Mae Greb; a daughter, Ann Chalmers of Paris; two sons, David Greb of Fort Smith and Ricky Greb of Ratcliff; a sister, Catherine Kinney of Arp, TX; a brother, Jim Greb of Paris; 4 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and step great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Burial was at St. Anthony's Cemetery by Smith Mortuary, Inc. of Charleston, AR.

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GREEN, Henry, Jr.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Henry Green, Jr., 89, died March 1, 2004. He was born May 17, 1914 to the late Henry Green, Sr. and Cecelia Mouton Green. He is survived by two sons, Michael Green, Sr. and Will Green, both of Pine Bluff; two daughters, Diane Murry of Pine Bluff and Lynda Love of Altus, OK; 13 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Henson Mortuary with Rev. Harold Shirlee presiding. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.

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GREEN, Idean
FOREMAN, ARKANSAS: Idean Green, 78, died January 27, 2000. She was born July 7, 1921. She attended the Assembly of God Church. Surviving family members include three sons, Donald Green of Foreman, Dale Green of Lockesburg, and Wayne Green of Pleasant Plains, AR; five sisters, Otherene Crump and Helen Cupp of Rockwall, TX; Linda Ward of Arlington, TX, Veda Callicott of Fort Worth, TX, and Mary Mass of San Antonio; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ezekiel Green; and a son, Jimmy Green. Services were held at the First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Danny Bell officiating. Burial was at Green Cemetery with arrangements by Madden Funeral Home.

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GREEN, Inez Hood
MENIFEE, ARKANSAS: Inez Larise Hood Green, 70, died February 17, 2006. She was born June 9, 1935 to Payton and Arizona Hood. She retired from Hendrix College, where she worked as a pastry chef, and was a member of the Menifee Women's Civic League. She was the widow of Deacon Windell Green, Jr. She attended Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by six sons, Gary Green and Jerry Green, both of Menifee, Lester Green of Clarksville, Shawn Green of Maumelle, Ralph Green and Jake Green, both of Conway; two daughters, Earline Smith of Colorado Springs, CO, and Sherline Green of Menifee; three brothers, Aaron Hood and Bobby Hood, both of Menifee, and Theodore Hood of Morrilton; two sisters, Izola Shavers of Menifee and Jennie Johnson of St. Joseph, MO; 12 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. J. Dewayne Courtney presiding. Burial was at Menifee Community Cemetery under the directon of Wilson and Jarrett Funeral Home, Inc.

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GREEN, Lillie
PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Lillie Green, 27, died August 9, 1915. Interment was at St. Luke's Cemetery.

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GREEN, Onan L.
OIL TROUGH, ARKANSAS: Onan Leander Green, 96, died April 18, 2001. He was a painter and a carpenter. He attended Rosie Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and reading. Among the survivors are his wife, Pernie Prater Green; two sons and daughters-in-law, O.L. Green, Jr. and wife Shirley of Maple Springs, and Dean and Peggy Green of Columbus, MS; two brothers, Manuel Green of Newport and Romie Green of California; 4 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Rosie Baptist Church. Interment was at Maple Springs Cemetery.

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GREENE, Flossie M.
RECTOR, ARKANSAS: Flossie Mae Greene, 90, died December 28, 2002. She was born August 22, 1912 to the late Theoffie and Sally Guthrie. Survivors include a son, Joel Dewayne Greene of Apache Junction, AZ; two daughters, Mollie Sue Compton of Utica, MI, and Gloria Faye Hicks of Flat Rock, AL; two brothers, James Guthrie of Paragould and Eugene Guthrie of Kennett; four sisters, Rena Eagle of Coran, CA, Erma Shelton of Paragould, Betty Cordell of Kennett and Mary Curtis of Rector; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Greene; a daughter, Barbara Nell; five brothers, Silas Guthrie, Denzil Guthrie, Robert Guthrie, Calvin Guthrie, and Luther Guthrie; and four sisters, Rachel Fisk, Littie Goldsmith, Imogene Murray and Panzy Shroud. Services were held at the First General Baptist Church in Rector with Bro. Kenny Burns and Bro. James Henry Dortch officiating. Burial was at Mary's Chapel Cemetery with arrangements by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GREENE, Harold
HEMPSTEAD COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Harold Greene, 12, died March 8, 1930. Burial was at Green Hill Cemetery.

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GREENE, Harriet
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Harriet Searcy Greene died August 5, 1882. She was the daughter of Harrison Searcy, and the wife of Rev. W.F. Greene. She had two children. Interment was at Friendship Cemetery.

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GREENHILL, Stella
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: Stella Ruth Greenhill, 84, died March 7, 2005. Survivors include her daughters, Betty Fischer of Lonoke, Margie James of Carlisle, and Patricia Fathke of Yantis, TX; a brother, Danny Marce Greenhill of Gillette; two sisters, Virginia Ray and Jewell Johnston of DeWitt; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marce Greenhill; and a grandson, Lawrence Fischer. Interment was at Bonners Chapel Cemetery with arrangements by Boyd Funeral Home.

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GREENLEE, Lewis
WHITE HALL, ARKANSAS: Lewis Franklin Greenlee, 86, died December 19, 2011. He was born February 12, 1925 in Rison, AR to Hollis and Vesta Coats Greenlee. He was a charter member of Canaan Missionary Baptist Church, and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He enjoyed sports. He is survived by his wife, Martha Inez Taylor Greenlee; three daughters, Barbara (Donnie) Monk of White Hall, Debbie (Bruce) Johnson of Ozark, MO, and Kathy Greenlee Lawrence of Nash, TX; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and a great-great grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Bruce and Hollis Sonny Greenlee. Interment was at Rowell Cemetery under the direction of Cranford Funeral Home.

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GREENLEE, Nora
LOWELL, ARKANSAS: Nora E. Greenlee died July 1, 1977. She was born July 8, 1905 in Monett, MO to Bud and Allie Estes Henderson. She was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband, Harley Greenlee; a sister, Flora Wormington; and two brothers, Burl and Efton Henderson. Burial was at Elm Springs Cemetery under the direction of Sisco Chapel.

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GREENWAY, Hilda
BLYTHEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Hilda Marie Ruether Greenway, 88, died May 21, 2009 at the Great River Medical Center. She was born December 6, 1920. She retired from the banking industry. She was a champion speed skater, qualifying for the 1940 Olympics, which were cancelled because of World War II. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. She loved animals. Survivors include her husband, Malcolm Greenway; a daughter, Pamela Ballard of Mesquite, NV; a son, Richard Greenway of Independence, MO; a stepson, Malcolm Greenway II (Aere) of Salt Lake City, UT; a stepdaughter, Rebecca Greenway of Winnsboro, TX; a granddaughter; and her friend and assistant, Margaret Pery of Steele. Interment was at Carney Cemetery under the direction of Carney Funeral Home.

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GREENWAY, Jewell
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Jewell Scharlene Greenway, 80, died on January 20, 2006. She was born on March 20, 1925. She was a homemaker, and attended Brown's Chapel Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Harold Parrish and his wife, Margaret of Rusk, Texas; and two grandsons. She was predeceased by her parents, Elmer and Ruby Rankin; her husband, Bruce Greenway; and a sister, Joanne Moody. Interment was at Brown's Chapel Cemetery with Rev. Royce Boling officiating. Arrangements were handled by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GREER, Preston
KELSO, ARKANSAS: Preston Greer, 83, died January 26, 2007. He was born October 20, 1923 to the late H.H. Greer and Ethel Stinson Greer. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and attended the Kelso Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Nancy Burnett Greer; two sons, Delton Kitchell of Bryant and Bruce Greer of Cabot; two brothers, Everette Greer of Pascagula, MS and Melvin Greer of Louisville, KY; a sister, Marie Jenkins of Watson, LA; and 6 grandchildren. Services were held at Kelso Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Sayers officiating. Burial was at Tillar Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home of McGehee, AR.

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GREEVE, Mary Jane
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Mary Jane Greeve, 70, died July 12, 2011 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. She was born September 2, 1940 in Waverly, KS to Frank and Ruth Greeve. She enjoyed ceramics and knitting. Survivors include six children, James Glynn of Wesley, Scott Glynn (Mistey) of Fayetteville, Russell Vandagriff (Tamara) of Houston, TX, Bud Glynn (Lorraine) of Covington, GA, and Ron Glynn (Kathryn) and Mary Vandagriff (Andy Pelzl), all of Springdale; three brothers, Bill Greeve, Dick Greeve, and Dale Greeve; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Heritage Funeral Home.

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GREGG, Samuel
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Samuel Gregg died January 12, 1841. He was born in Virginia on December 12, 1757. He was a Revolutionary War veteran, and was the husband of Jane Gregg. Interment was at Gehring's Chapel Cemetery.

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GREGORY, Bethine
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Bethine Gregory, 87, died July 11, 2005. She was a member of the Gregory Chapel Church of Christ and was a retired dietician for Crawford Memorial Hospital. Survivors include three daughters, Wanda Williams and Veta Lopez, both of Alma, and Donna Gregory of Fort Smith; a son, Derrall Gregory of Stamps; 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Gregory. Services were held at Ocker Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Alma. Interment was at Gregory Cemetery.

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GREGORY, Emma Jean
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Emma Jean Gregory, age 4 years, died of appendicitis on August 14, 1943. She was the daughter of James and Dona Jones Gregory. She is survived by her parents; three sisters; and four brothers. Interment was at Yale Cemetery with arrangements by Smith Funeral Home.

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GREGORY, Josie
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Josie Ann Gregory, 96, died July 9, 1977. She was born November 18, 1880 in Combs, AR to Thomas and Elizabeth Jane Anderson Doss. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and was active with the Relief Society. Survivors include four daughters, Emma Blanche Hopkins, Maudie Dell Morgan, Dorothy Casey, and Elizabeth Jane Collins; two sons, Amos and Eugene; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. Interment was at Peters Cemetery by Nelson Funeral Home.

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GREGORY, Myrtle
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Myrtle Gregory, 83, died November 20, 2006. She was a homemaker, and attended Freedom Freewill Baptist Church in Alma for over 60 years. Survivors include four daughters, Jane Gregory of Mountainburg, AR, Betty Shores of Alma, AR, Louise Medlock of Alma, AR, and Freda Wilson of Mountainburg, AR; two sons, Bob Gregory of Alma, AR and Richard Gregory of Elm Park, AR; a sister, Lottie McDonnor of Van Buren, AR; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Odell Gregory. Burial was at the National Cemetery in Fort Smith, AR with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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GRENDELL, Mildrene
NEWPORT, ARKANSAS: Mildrene Grendell, 81, died December 26, 2007. She attended the First Baptist Church of Newport. Survivors include her husband, Robert Grendell; a daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Joey Treadway; a son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Trisha Barker; a stepson, Adam Grendell of Grubbs; 3 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Claud Barker; her parents, Jessie and Susie Hensley; and her brothers, Elam Hensley and Johnny Hensley. Services were held at the chapel of Dillinger Funeral Home. Interment was at Gracelawn Cemetery.

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GRICE, Nellie
PERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Nellie M. Grice, 84, died February 7, 2005. She was born October 2, 1920 to Edward and Leota Peyton. She was a retired LPTN and worked at the state hospital for 30 years. She attended Mabelvale Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, BJ Duncan of Scotland and Robert A. Duncan of North Little Rock; a daughter, Barbara Wood of Perryville; 6 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Chapel. Burial was at Apple Hill Cemetery in Ward, AR.

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GRIDLEY, Ima Lamb
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ima Pauline Lamb Gridley, 85, died November 14, 2007. She was born February 11, 1922 to the late Oscar C. and Stella Emily Davis Lamb. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, J. Frances Whitsell and husband Ed, Nancy K. Wilson and husband Kent, Roxanne House and husband Rick, Dean Owens, Bobby Long, Betty Robinette, Carolyn Izard, Shirley Perry, Larry Lamb, and Tommy Lamb; and several great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer D. Gridley; her brothers, Vernon Lamb and O.C. Lamb; and her sisters, Edna Wortham and Bertha Ahrens. Services were held at the chapel of Moore's Funeral Home. Burial was at Crestlawn Cemetery in Conway, AR.

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GRIFFIN, Clarence M.
ARMOREL, ARKANSAS: Clarence Milton Griffin, 65, died February 1, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Lynda Sue Woodard Griffin; a son, Paul Jeffrey Griffin (Angela) of Keiser; his brothers, Raulston "Pink" Griffin of Luxora and Wilbur Lee Griffin of Armorel; a sister, Clara Mae Gillmore (Wayne) of Chicago; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at Cobb Funeral Home with Rev. Jackie Wood officiating. Burial was at Sandy Ridge Cemetery.

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GRIFFIN, Jesse
LESLIE, ARKANSAS: Jesse Griffin, 81, died May 6, 1929. He was a Confederate Civil War veteran. He was survived by his wife, Rosanna Hollabaugh Griffin; three daughters; two brothers, Vincent Griffin and Jeff D. Griffin; two sisters, Syn Ashley and Tennie Richardson; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives. Burial was at the Leslie Cemetery.

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GRIFFIN, Howard L., Sr.
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Howard Lee Griffin Sr., 78, died on October 26, 2005. He was born on August 4, 1927 in Tulsa. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Millard of Carson City, Nev., and Christine Larru of Alma; a son, Howard Griffin Jr. of Bloomer; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Alma, AR. Arrangements were handled by Reed-Culver Funeral Home of Tahlequah, OK.

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GRIFFIN, Robert C.
LONOKE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Robert C. Griffin, 75, died October 28, 1926. He was retired, and was a member of the Baugh Chapel Baptist Church. He was survived by his wife; a son, Allen Griffin; and six daughters, Mrs. Joe Shock, Mrs Jim Ford, Mrs. Mattie Rearley, Mrs. Jim Marshall and Mrs. Ab Russell of this county, and Mrs. Fannie Park of Little Rock. Burial was at Apple Cemetery with Rev. Gibson officiating at the services.

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GRIFFITH, Maggie Higgs
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Maggie Higgs Griffith, 94, died December 1, 2001. She was born November 24, 1907 to J.C. Fremont Higgs and Sophronia Nelms Higgs. She was a retired teacher for the Conway Public School District, and the Maggie Griffith Math and Science Building was named after her. She was a Sunday School teacher at Robinson and Center Church of Christ for fifty years. Survivors include a son, Royce Griffith of Forrest City; 3 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Byron L. Griffith; a son, Wayne Griffith; a grandson, Byron T. Griffith; a brother, Garland Higgs; and a sister, Mamie Roberts. Interment was at Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway with Fred Strasser officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway, AR.

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GRIGSBY, Rembert
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Rembert Grigsby, 82, died October 9, 2004. He was born October 25, 1921 to Joseph Harry Grigsby and Unice Siler Grigsby. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and served in Germany during World War II. He worked at the shoe factory in Batesville before becoming a very successful salesman for the Electrolux Vacuum Cleaner Corporation. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Pine Bluff. Survivors include two daughters, Janice Smithey of Pine Bluff and Margaret Carnahan of Russellville; a sister, Faye Haworth of Orlando, FL; five grandchildren, Heather Hilner, Erin Smithey, Dr. Alan Carnahan, Alee Carnahan and Lydia Dial; 7 great-grandchildren; and several nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Emmazella Rowe Grigsby; a son, Jerry Grigsby; and two brothers; Dean Grigsby and Garald Grigsby. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery.

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GRING, Dr. John L.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: John Lulcins Gring, 94, died on November 10, 2004. He was born June 1, 1910, the son of Harry Cantrell and Louella Lukins Gring. He was a retired chemist, having worked for General Electric, Cardox and Sinclair Petroleum. He earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Illinois in 1936. He was a member of Alpha Chi Sigma and the American Chemical Association. He the inventor or co-inventor on twenty-two different patents, and engaged in award-winning defense work during World War II. He was a hospital volunteer and attended Wesley United Methodist Church. Among the survivors are a son, George C. Gring of Sequim, Wash.; two daughters, Mary Ellan Gring Whitley of Young Harris, Ga., and Margaret Gring Panizza of Springdale; and two grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Olander Gring. Services were held at Wesley United Methodist Church in Springdale with the Rev. Velda Ball and Rev. Fred Whitley officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Memorial Funeral Home of Springdale.

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GRISCOM, Myrtle Henry
SUMMERS, ARKANSAS: Myrtle Henry Griscom, 80, died January 13, 1989. She was born October 14, 1908 to John and Tee Kirk Gibson. She was of the Methodist faith. She is survived by two sons, Bill Gene Griscom of Peach Tree City, GA and J.D. Griscom of Lincoln; a daughter, Anna May Ray of Claremore, OK; a sister, Mary Jane Spodnick of Summers; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Ganderville Cemetery in Summers under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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GRISHAM, Mabel
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Mabel Grisham, age 4, died on October 6, 1907. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Grisham. Services were conducted by Elder J.D. Roberts. Interment was at the Fitzgerald Cemetery in Springdale, AR.

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GRISSOM, Exie Suggs
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Exie L. Suggs Grissom, 78, died January 25, 2007. She was born January 7, 1929 to the late James H. and Anna Cody Suggs. She retired from Kroger's after over 30 years. She attended Sharon Missionary Baptist Church, and was a member of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the VFW, #2256. Survivors include three brothers, Horace Suggs and wife Sandra of Benton, Loyd Suggs and wife Carolyn of Bryant, and Glen Suggs and wife Margaret of Lonoke; two sisters, Lottie White of Benton, and Maxine McGehee and husband John of Benton; and several nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Doyle Suggs; and a sister, Irene Bowman. Interment was at Pinecrest Cemetery under the direction of Ashby Funeral Home.

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GRISSOM, Jessie
HOXIE, ARKANSAS: Mr. Jessie Grissom, 57, died August 30, 1942. He was born on December 29, 1885 in Searcy, AR to Mr. and Mrs. George Grissom. He is survived by his wife, three sons and two daughters. Services were held on September 1, 1942 at the Methodist Church of Hoxie, AR, followed by burial at Clover Bend Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Johnson Funeral Home.

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GRISSOM, Johnny Paul, Jr.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Johnny P. Grissom, Jr. died March 9, 1969. He was a casualty of the Vietnam War. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Army, was married, and was of the Baptist faith. He was born March 8, 1948. Interment was at Carter Cemetery in Faulkner County, AR.

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GRITTON, Gary
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Gary Gritton, 53, passed away March 6, 2004. He was born July 5, 1950 and was a retired prep cook for ConAgra. He was a citizens' band radio enthusiast. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Deloris Gritton of Russellville; two sons, Terrel Gritton and Bradley Gritton, both of Atkins; a daughter, Lisa Mitchell of Russellville; a brother, Eric Gritton of Russellville; two sisters, Linda Hopson of Russellville and Cathy Chasteen of Searcy; and two grandchildren. Interment was at Crossroads Cemetery with Rev. Paul Northcut officiating.

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GROBMYER, James L.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: James Leo Grobmyer, 74, died April 19, 2001. He was born June 12, 1946. He retired from Arkansas Power and Light. He had served as an elder for seventeen years at the Sandstone Drive Church of Christ in Little Rock. Survivors include his wife, Patsy Stewart Grobmyer; two daughters, Julie Goin of Magnolia and Jennye Dulaney of Fayetteville; two brothers, Ed Grobmyer of Arab, AL and Bill Grobmyer of Forrest City; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held at Geyer Springs Church of Christ with Ralph Winehold officiating. Interment was at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City, AR with arrangements by Huson Funeral Home.

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GROOMS, Sofia
MAUMELLE, ARKANSAS: Sofia Grooms, 74, died December 12, 2009. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Jacksonville and the Filipino-American Association. She enjoyed cooking and sewing. Survivors include a daughter, Lorie Sanborn of Arlington, TX; a son, Hollis Grooms, Jr. (Stacy) of Maumelle; 3 grandchildren; and several siblings. Services were held at St. Theresa Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by Walton Gateway Funeral Chapel.

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GROSS, Edele
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Edele Gross, 92, died March 4, 2007. Survivors include three sons, Bob Johnson of Torrence, CA, Jim Guest of Van Buren, and Van Lawson of Mountainburg; 5 grandchildren, Sabrina Landers of Rudy, Dana Smith of Alma, Brenda Cox of Blountville, TN, Sharon Fortenberry of Haleyville, AL, and Rita Boyle of Alma; and 14 great-grandchildren. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fort Smith with arrangements handled by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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GROTHEER, Dorothy M.
OZONE, ARKANSAS: Dorothea M. Grotheer, 83, died May 29, 2004. She was a retired medical technology instructor. She was the daughter of the late Saunders and Will C. Miller. She is survived by her husband, William H. Grotheer; two daughters, D. Nancy Renk of Brighton, CO, and Dr. Anne G. Shull of Sherman Oaks, CA; and 3 grandchildren. Burial was at Hazel Cemetery in Hazel, KY. Local arrangements were handled by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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GRUBB, Charity
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Charity Grubb, 90, died February 5, 2004. Survivors include three daughters, Juanita Barger of Cabot, Geraldine Disney of GA, Bessie Hall of MI; son, Carl Turner of Cabot; a brother, Hurman Doolin of KY; 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Mt. Springs Cemetery with arrangements by Cabot Funeral Home.

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GRUNDY, Sandra
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Sandra LaJoyce Fields Grundy died June 17, 2008. She was born June 11, 1956 to Vermott and Floria "Jennie" Johnson Bell. She grew up with her grandparents, Leonard and Emma Mae Fields. She attended Victory Bible Baptist Church, where she was a member of the praise team. She attended the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and earned an associate's degree from South Arkansas Community College. She was married to Stephen Grundy. She was employed by E.A.R. Cabot Saftety Company and the El Dorado Public School District, where she worked in Special Education Services. Additionally, she was a childcare provider for Cross Life Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing the piano. She was a member of the Republican Party, the Arkansas Breast Cancer Research Committee, the Arkansas Education Association, El Dorado Classroom Teachers' Association, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Alumni Association. She is survived by two daughters, Talia Grundy of Houston, TX and Keisha Grundy of Ypsilanti, MI; her mother, Floria Johnson of Detroit, MI; a brother, Irwin Johnson of Columbus, OH; and a grandchild. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Leonard and Emma Mae Fields. Services were held at Victory Bible Baptist Church. Interment was at Lott Burgy Cemetery by Sims Mortuary.

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GUDGEON, Ishmael L.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Ishmael L. Gudgeon died October 24, 1984. He was born March 11, 1916. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II. Interment was at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

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GUENTHER, Lenna
LOWELL, ARKANSAS: Lenna Fern Guenther, 92, died March 2, 2006 at the Springdale Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born January 17, 1914 in Oakwood, OH to Shadrach Hudson Carey and Lulu Fern Brickel Carey. She was a co-founder and administrator of the Florida Living and Retirement Home in Apopka, FL, and formerly lived in Atlanta, GA. She was also a teacher, and enjoyed crafts and gardening. She attended the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Bly Beamesderfer of Lowell; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Frederick Guenther; a daughter, Merilee Bell; five sisters; and two brothers. A memorial service was held at the Florida Living and Retirement Home. Cremation arrangements were handled by Sisco Funeral Home.

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GUENTHER, Lester
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Lester Guenther died October 2, 1967. He was born May 23, 1895. He was a World War I veteran. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery in Fayetteville, AR.

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GUESS, Pairlee
WARREN, ARKANSAS: Pairlee Cecile Guess, 85, died April 24, 2006. She was born September 3, 1920 to the late Evans Columbus Knight and Bessie Lee Vickers Knight. She attended Farmville Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by a brother, Ollie Knight of Monticello, AR. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie L. Guess; and two brothers, Jack Knight and Ray Knight. Interment was at Union Hill Cemetery under the direction of Frazer's Funeral Home.

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GUESS, Shirley
BLYTHEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Shirley Guess, 63, passed away December 26, 2006. She is survived by her husband, Ken Guess; her children, Jennifer Kaye and Charles R. Gentry, Jr. of Armorel, and Greg and Ginger Guess of Blytheville; a brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Gail Rhoads of Blytheville; a sister-in-law, Evelyn Rhoads of Blytheville; sisters, Adele Dollahite and Gloria and Jerry Rawls, all of Germantown, TN, and Carol and Wayne Payne of Jonesboro; and 6 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Cobb Funeral Home of Blytheville, AR.

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GUEST, Elsie M. Stroble
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Elsie Mildred Stroble Guest, 89, died October 23, 2002. She was born December 23, 1912 to Adolph and Anna M. Whittle Stroble. She was the widow of Russell Roy Guest, with whom she ran a paint and wallpaper store. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a sister, Catherine DuPree of Rison; and her caregiver, Mary Pierce of White Hall. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; brothers, Adolph "Boots" Stroble, Lee Stroble, John Stroble, and George W. Stroble; and sisters, Francis Schumacher, Sussie McBee, and Alice Solomon. Interment was at Bellwood Annex Cemetery in Pine Bluff with arrangements handled by Ralph Robinson And Son Funeral Directors.

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GUIN, Gussie H.
CROSS COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Gussie H. Guin died August 19, 1944. He was a casualty of World War II. He was born November 2, 1918. Interment was at Vanndale Cemetery.

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GUINNIP, Birdie
EVENING SHADE, ARKANSAS: Birdie Emmerich Guinnip, 90, died March 6, 2005. She was born January 27, 1915 to the late Peter J. and Sarah Ellen Combs Emmerich. She was a homemaker, and attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by six sons, Charles Guinnip of Texarkana, Jimmy Guinnip of Tuscumbia, MO, and Fred Guinnip, Rex Guinnip, Ronald Guinnip and Roger Guinnip, all of Evening Shade; a daughter, Freda Lashley of Evening Shade; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Woodrow C. Guinnip; three brothers; four sisters; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Calvary Baptist Church with John Deaton and Alvin Wiles officiating. Burial was at Campground Cemetery under the direction of Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City, AR.

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GUITTARE, Michael J.
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Michael J. Guittare, 83, died May 15, 2005. He was born July 15, 1921. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and also served with the Civilian Conservation Corps. He retired from Dixie Cup, and belonged to St. Michael's Catholic Church in Van Buren. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Steve Core of Fort Smith; a son, William of Alma; two grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; two sisters, Ann Howard and Amelia Passick, both of Marcus Hook, PA; two brothers, John Guittare of Aston, PA, and Sam Guittare and his wife, Clara of Lewes, DE; a sister-in-law, Nell Guittare of Lewes, DE; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ina Page Guittare; and a brother, Tony Guittare. Services were held at St. Michael's Catholic Church. Interment was at Pond Creek Cemetery in Altus under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home.

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GULLEY, Carlton P.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Carlton P. Gulley passed away Septemeber 23, 1979. He was born on December 10, 1920 to George and Kate Dockery Gulley. He was married to Martha Mout Gulley and was the father of R.A. Gulley and Nell Gulley. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery.

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GULLEY, Lula
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Lula Merle Gulley, 67, died July 22, 2005. She was born February 3, 1938 to Genella Harris and the late Edward Stuckey. She attended New Bethel AME Church in Gurdon. She is survived by her husband, Herman Gulley; her mother, Gennella Harris of Gurdon; two sons, Herman Gulley, Jr. and Thomas Gulley of Gurdon; three daughters, Shirley Bell, Bunnie Dixon, and Lola Powell, all of Gurdon; a brother, Plas Stuckey of Little Rock; two sisters, Hattie Mitchell and Gwendolyn Smith of Gurdon; 15 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Bethel AME Church with Rev. Jewel Danner officiating. Burial was at Rose Hedge Cemetery with arrangements by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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GUNN, Sam L.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Sam Luther Gunn died November 29, 1943. He was born August 24, 1921. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fort Smith, AR.

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GUNNELS, Daisy
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Daisy Gunnels died August 21, 1944. She was born January 15, 1882 to Pittman L. Gunnels and Nancy E. Booth Gunnels. Burial was at Village Cemetery.

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GUNNELS, Ruby
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Ruby Gunnels, 91, died December 16, 2003 at Magnolia City Hospital. She was born February 23, 1912 in Columbia County, AR to Durwood and Sarah Welch Faulk. She was a member of Antioch East Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 75 years, Archie Gunnels; a daughter, Wanda Ledbetter (Roy) of Little Rock; a son, Jim Gunnels (Barbara) of Magnolia; 8 siblings; 4 grandchildren; 5 great-granddaughters; and a great-grandson. Interment was at Antioch East Cemetery with arrangements by Lewis Funeral Home.

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GUNTER, Wanda
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Wanda Gunter, 80, died August 27, 2007. She was born October 31, 1926 to the late John Edward and Ollie Loretta Freeman Rudder. She traveled extensively with her late husband, and was a lifetime member of VFW Post #10612 in Pottsville. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Harry and Kathleen Gunter of Russellville, and Keith and Teresa Gunter of Dover; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Sidney Rudder of Scottsville, Johnny and Maxine Rudder of Moore, and George and Marcie Rudder of Independence, MO; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Jewell and Kenneth Gunter of Independence, and Lou and Louis Farmer of Kansas City, MO; 2 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Odell Gunter; a brother, Delmar Rudder; and a sister, Virginia Bradley. Services were held at the chapel of Shinn Funeral Home with Rev. Glendon Garrison officiating. Burial was at Moore Cemetery near Ben Hur, AR.

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GUNTHARP, Paul Raymond
BEEBE, ARKANSAS: Paul Raymond Guntharp, 87, died April 21, 2004. He retired from Pickens & Bond Construction Company. He attended Floyd Assembly of God Church, and was a member of the Beebe Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Lucille Guntharp; a son, Robert Ray Guntharp of Aurora, CO; five daughters, Barbara Verkler and Paula Shaeffer, both of Cabot, Gail Johnson of Austin, TX, Linda Hines of Clearwater, FL, and Becky Blanchard of Beebe; a brother, Millard Guntharp of Jonesboro; three sisters, Hazel Massey of Illinois, Beve Lou Goza of Memphis, and Leota Hardin of Illinois; 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Westbrook Funeral Home with burial at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens.

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GURLEY, William H.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: William H. Gurley died May 14, 1864. He was a Civil War soldier. Interment was at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

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GUSTAVUS, Lloyd
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Lloyd Gustavus, 92, died February 1, 2001. He was a retired farmer, and attended Bethel Baptist Church. He is survived by four daughters, Elizabeth Chrestman of Byhalia, MS, Mary Killingsworth of Caldwell, Peggy Taylor of Palestine, and Betty Kucera of Sealy, TX; four sons, Johnny Gustavus, of Des Arc, Tommy Gustavus of Senatobia, MS, Freddie Gustavus of West Memphis, and James Gustavus of Marion; 22 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carrie Gustavus; and a son, Henry Gustavus. Services were held at Bethel Baptist Church. Burial was at Hughes Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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GUTHARY, Willeta
WINSLOW, ARKANSAS: Willeta Guthary, 65, died June 21, 2007. She was born July 28, 1941 to the late James Willie and Pattie O'Brien McDowell. She was a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, Tommy Stufflebean of Winslow and Robert Stufflebean of Fayetteville; her daughters, Sandra Lyons of Prairie Grove; Linda McHenry of Winslow; Lanna Chism of Winslow; and Patsy Brown of Denver, CO; a brother, James McDowell; a sister, Julia Craig of Mountain Home; and 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Woolsey Cemetery with Pastor Dwight Gonzales officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Beard's Funeral Chapel of Fayetteville, AR.

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GUTHRIE, Ruby Lue
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: Ruby Lue Strand Guthrie, 90, died September 19, 2004. She was born January 22, 1914 to Albert Strand and Elsie Wright Strand. She lived in Gentry most of her life, and was a clerk at Twiggs Grocery Store. She attended the First United Methodist Church of Gentry. Among the survivors are a son, John William Guthrie of Alma; two daughters, Shirley Hinton of Bainbridge Island, WA, and Peggy Odle of Gentry; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Guthrie; three brothers, Roy Strand, Ray Strand and Don Strand; and six sisters, Helen Strand, Mabel Cloud, Esther Manahan, Sue Jones, Ruth Thurston and Opal Beardsley. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Carolyn Doering presiding. Interment was at Gentry Cemetery with arrangements by Wasson Funeral Home.

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GUTIERREZ, Catalina C.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Catalina C. Gutierrez, 80, died March 27, 2005. She was born March 22, 1925 to Jose and Juanita Meza Cavrera. She attended St. Raphael's Catholic Church. She is survived by two sons, Martin Gutierrez of Springdale and Jim Gutierrez of Belton, MO; two daughters, Margie Gutierrez of Springdale and Carmen Gutierrez of Little Rock; a stepdaughter, Evangeline Gutierrez of McAllen, TX; 6 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Interment was at Friendship Cemetery in Springdale with the Rev. Salvador Marquez-Monoz officiating. Arrangements were handled by Sisco Funeral Chapel.

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GUTMANN, Martin J.
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Martin Joseph Gutmann, 78, died May 14, 2010. He was born July 15, 1931 to William Julius and Mary Elizabeth Haddican Gutmann. He retired from Georgia Pacific Plywood, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He attended Holy Cross Catholic Church. He is survived by a sister, Catherine A. Gutmann of Carrboro, NC; two brothers, James Frances Gutmann of Santa Barbara, CA, and William Julius Gutmann of Woodmere, NY; his nieces and nephews; and his great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a niece, Gail Gutmann. Services were held at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Interment was at Pinewood Memorial Park with arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.

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GUY, Vernon B.
WALNUT RIDGE, ARKANSAS: Vernon B. Guy, 81, died December 17, 2002. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church of Walnut Ridge with Rev. Ron Newberry and Rev. John Snyder officiating. Burial was at Lawrence Memorial Park with both Masonic and military honors. Arrangements were entrusted to House-Gregg Funeral Home.

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GUYOT, Sid
BEEBE, ARKANSAS: Sid Guyot, 84, died January 23, 2005. He was born February 21, 1919 to Jim and Minnie Guyot. He was a member of the Sylvania Presbyterian Church for over 67 years. He and his wife operated the Beebe Livestock Auction for over fifty years. Survivors include a daughter, Sydney Dill; and his son, Bud (Sandy) Guyot, both of Beebe; grandchildren Ronnie Dill (Beth) of Ward, Sherri DeVore (Kevin) of Beebe, Shanie (Richard) Gillette of Springfield, Missouri; and great-grandchildren Cortnie, Shalen and Lexi Devore and Macy Gillette. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Guyot; brothers, Frank, Aubrey, Hubert, and Halbert Guyot; and a sister, Norene Guyot. Arrangements were handled by Westbrook Funeral Home of Beebe. Interment was at Sylvania Cemetery.

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GWIN, Ara
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Ara C. Walker Gwin, 87, died Wednesday, April 21, 2004. She was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church of Sheridan. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Steve Gwin, two brothers and five sisters. She is survived by her husband, Dennis Gwin Sr., of the home, son Dennis B. of Sheridan; two daughters, Dolores French of Cabot, Linda Faye Graves of Sheridan; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. Services were held at Buie Funeral Chapel with Reverend Bruce Bennett officiating. Burial was at Lost Creek Cemetery in Sheridan with arrangements by Buie Funeral Home of Sheridan.

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GWYN, Virginia
WALDRON, ARKANSAS: Virginia Gwyn, 59, died May 18, 1958. She was survived by her husband, Oscar Gwyn; a daughter, Elizabeth Szugyi of Fort Smith; a brother, Guy Grandstaff of Waldron; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at Waldron Baptist Church with Rev. L.P. Thomas officiating. Burial was at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Rice Funeral Home.

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HAAG, Donald
JENNY LIND, ARKANSAS: Donald Haag, 75, died September 10, 2005. He worked for the maintenance department of the Greenwood School District, and attended Saints Sabina and Mary Catholic Church. He is survived by a sister, Rosemary Haag of Fort Smith; and a brother, Fred Haag of Van Buren. Services were held at Ss. Sabina and Mary Catholic Church. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery in Fort Smith under the direction of Fentress Mortuary.

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HAAS, Elsie
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elsie Haas, 82, died July 5, 2009. She was born July 2, 1927 to the late Adam and Julia Martin Zelmer. She owned E-Z Pawn and Gun, and was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Sandy Haas of Milwaukee, WI and Jeff and Tami Haas of Lamar, AR; 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Margaret Zelmer of Burnsville, NC; her nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ambrose Haas; a son, Jerold Haas; and three brothers, Louis Zellmer, Alfred Zelmer, John Zelmer. Services were held at Grace Lutheran Church. Burial was at Lutherville Cemetery in Lutherville, AR under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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HACHTMEYER, Laverne
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Laverne Hachtmeyer, 90, died November 18, 2005. Survivors include a daughter, Shirley Drake of Mesa, AZ; two sons, James Hachtmeyer, Jr. of North Little Rock and David Hachtmeyer of Fort Smith; 7 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Hachtmeyer, Sr. Interment was at Roselawn Cemetery with arrangements by Putman Funeral Home.

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HADDIX, Alfred A., Sr.
DARDANELLE, ARKANSAS: Alfred Allen Haddix, Sr., 68, died April 21, 2003. He was born October 25, 1934. He attended Calvary Missionary Baptist Church of Nashville, AR and was an Army veteran of World War II. He retired from the James Motor Company in Hope, where he had worked for 45 years. Among the survivors are his wife, Lawanda Jean Norton Haddix; his mother, Eula Haddix of Baker of LA; a son and daughter-in-law, Charlotte and Art Webers of Nashville, AR, LaDonna Carol Evans and Rebecca Ray Evans, both of Texarkana; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cora and Rudolph Hughes of Baker, LA, and Bessie and Richard Rife of Hope; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Glen Don Haddix; and a granddaughter, Amanda Michelle Millican. Services were held at Macedonia Cemetery with Revs. Eddie Holiday, Roger Pearce and Ed Wilburn officiating. Arrangements were by Cornwell Funeral Home.

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HAGA, Rev. Fritz
WALDRON, ARKANSAS: Rev. Fritz Haga, 66, died November 24, 2006. He retired from the Waldron Police Department, and was pastor of the Cauthron Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Haga; three sons, Danny Haga of Waldron, Johnny Haga of Cedar Creek, AR and Timmy Haga of Waldron; a sister, Josie Cox of Gilmer, TX; a brother, Emmett Haga of Winster, CA; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Martin Funeral Home. Interment was at Duncan Cemetery.

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HAGAN, Chester
ASHDOWN, ARKANSAS: Chester Crandall Hagan, 86, died December 21, 2009. He was born February 10, 1923. He was a veteran of World War II, and attended the First Baptist Church of Ashdown. He was a member of Gideons International, and served as a church deacon. He is survived by his wife, Maylene Hagan; two sons, Robert M. (Johnette) and Dennis R. (Starley), all of Ashdown; two daughters, Fonda (Steve) Hawthorne of Ashdown and Glenda Hartley of Stuttgart; a brother, Calvin Hagan of Little Rock; a sister, Maylene Carter of Little Rock; 8 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Deloris Vickers and Elizabeth Smith. Services were held at First Baptist Church. Interment was at Ashdown Memorial Gardens under the direction of Madden Funeral Services.

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HAGAN, Richard R.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Richard R. Hagan, 50, died June 7, 2007. He was born March 19, 1957 to Thomas R. and Melba Joyce Conley Hagan. He was a laborer, and was a Buddhist. He is survived by three brothers, Mike Hagan of West Fork, Russell Hagan of Hermitage, TN, and James Hagan of Fayetteville; and a sister, Nina Colson of Burbank, CA. Cremation arrangements were handled by Nelson-Berna Funeral Home.

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HAGGARD, Darrell
ENGLAND, ARKANSAS: Darrell Lynn Haggard, 21, died December 20, 1968 in Vietnam when the helicopter he was piloting crashed. He was born June 4, 1947. He was a warrant officer in the U.S. Army, and was a member of Perry Chapel Baptist Church. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Waldron Haggard; a sister, Janie Marie Haggard of the home; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B.L. Haggard of England, and Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Staton of Lonoke. Services were held at Perry Chapel Church. Burial was at Union Valley Cemetery under the direction of Wilson Funeral Service.

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HAGGINS, Idella
HELENA, ARKANSAS: Idella Haggins died January 24, 2012 at Crestpark Nursing Home in Forrest City. She was born March 3, 1951 in Forrest City to Henry and Ardenia Haggins. She worked at Crestpark Nursing Home and Stevens Funeral Home, and was a longtime volunteer for the St. Francis County Food Pantry. Survivors include a son, Rico Haggins of Jonesboro; her mother, Ardenia Haggins; and a brother, Pat Haggins. Services were held at New Rising Sun Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Kincaid Funeral Services.

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HAISTEN, Karen L.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Karen Luanna Haisten, 48, passed away August 3, 1997. She was a registered nurse, and was of the Baptist faith. Among the survivors are her husband, George; two daughters, Jill Miller of Lubbock and Maurissa Haisten of Hurst; a son, Jim Miller of Lewisville; her father and stepmother, Luther and Pauline Dean of Holiday Island, AR; and a grandchild. Funeral arrangements were handled by Putman Funeral Home.

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HAIZLIP, Marcia
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Marcia Priscilla Haizlip, 94, died May 15, 2009. She was born October 19, 1914 to the late Alpha Martin and Veta Melnotte Sanneback Owen. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Paragould. She is survived by a son, Stephen Owen Haizlip of Paragould; three daughters and a son-in-law, Susan Jane Glenn of Lakeland, FL, Christy Ann and Bill Blackshear of Rogers, AR, and Marcia Beth Haizlip of Paragould; a sister, Mary Alice Connor of Paragould; and her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Haizlip; her parents, a brother, David Owen; and four sisters, Phyllis Owen, Pat Ainley, Carol Rhodes and Dorothy Owen. Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church of Paragould. Interment was at Linwood Cemetery under the direction of Heath Funeral Home.

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HALBERT, Gazola
PALESTINE, ARKANSAS: Gazola Halbert, 86, died November 15, 2001. He was born September 6, 1915 to George and Ada Sulcer Halbert. He was an employee of the Highway Department, and attended the Palestine Church of Christ. He was a World War II veteran. Survivors include his wife, Decima Parker; two sons, Wayne Halbert of Mountain View and Tom Halbert of Palestine; two daughters, Louise Jackson of Forrest City and Bettie Whittle of Palestine; a brother, Cecil Bennett Halbert of Mobile, AL; 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Palestine Church of Christ with Bro. Carlos Pitts officiating. Burial was at Bell Cemetery with arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home.

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HALBROOK, Odell
SCOTLAND, ARKANSAS: Odell Halbrook, 96, died June 3, 2001. She was born November 23, 1904. She attended Scotland United Methodist Church. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Hilda Halbrook of Haines City, FL; a stepson, Quincy Halbrook of California; 7 grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Halbrook. Services were held at Scotland United Methodist Church. Burial was at Foster Cemetery by Humphrey Funeral Service.

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HALBROOK, William M.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: William Marcus Halbrook died December 17, 2003. He was born May 9, 1926 to Dalton Clyde and Vera Haywood Halbrook. He held a degree in Public Administration from the University of Arkansas. He was a graduate of The Arkansas Law School, and was admitted to the bar in 1952. He worked with the Bureau of Legislative Research, and was appointed director of the Arkansas Legislative Council in 1953, serving for over 30 years. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn; a brother, Wendell B. Halbrook of Fort Worth, TX; his sisters, Mrs. W.C. Shofner (Elwanda) of Wayne, Oklahoma, Mrs. Jerry D. Otwell (Clyda) of Woodlands, TX, Mrs. George Wise (Hattie) of Forest City, AR; 7 nieces; and 7 nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Emily Halbrook. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Munns officiating. Arrangements were handled by Ruebel Funeral Home.

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HALE, Gladys
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Gladys Hale, 88, died March 13, 1997. She was born October 3, 1908 to Mary Sparks and Robert Walker. She is survived by two sons, Robert and Vernon Hale; two daughters, Mary Lou Baughman and Willa Dean Villines; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Boyd Walker and Troy Walker; and two sisters, Nellie Villines and Laura Fults. Services were held at Liberty Baptist Church in Dutch Mills. Interment was at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Boxley, AR by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HALEY, Alvyn F., Sr.
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Alvyn F. Haley, Sr., 74, died March 30, 2007. He was the son of Joshua Sherman Haley, Sr. and Rachel Thomas Haley. He was a retired truck driver, and a Baptist. He is survived by three sons, Alvyn Haley, Jr., Keith Haley, and Kenneth Haley, all of Springfield, OH; three daughters, Paula Keller and Anita Byers, both of Springfield, OH, and Linda Rael of Tucson, AZ; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Arrangements were entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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HALEY, Rev. Orville
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Rev. Orville Haley, 82, died February 15, 2005. He was a retired Baptist minister, and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force. He served as a short-term missionary in the Southern Baptist Convention. Survivors include his wife, June Haley; two sons, Allen Haley of Van Buren and David Haley of Birmingham, AL; and 10 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Van Buren. Burial was at the U.S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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HALFORD, Josephine Plummer
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Josephine Plummer Halford, 76, died August 11, 2003. She was born April 18, 1927 to the late Phillip Plummer and Ceola Copeland Plummer. She was a homemaker. She attended Greater Ward Chapel AME Church, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She is survived by her husband, Nathaniel Halford; a son, Rev. Thomas Scates of Phoenix; a daughter, Alvestine Ridley of Memphis; a brother, Phillip Plummer, Jr. of Pine Bluff; a sister, Queen Molton of Berkeley, CA; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Greater Ward Chapel AME Church with Rev. Michael Washington officiating. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden with arrangements by Brown Funeral Home.

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HALL, Dolly C.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Dolly C. Hall, 107, died February 21, 2006. She was born May 9, 1898. She attended the First Baptist Church. Survivors include three nephews, L.O. Smith of Russellville, Roy Maurice Costolow, and John Costolow of Houston, TX; and many great-nephews and nieces. Burial was at Forest Park Cemetery with arrangements by Edwards Funeral Home.

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HALL, Ephraim
JAPTON, ARKANSAS: Ephraim Hall died July 9, 1942. He was born February 12, 1870. Interment was at McChristian Cemetery.

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HALL, Harry
MOUNTAINBURG, ARKANSAS: Harry Lee Hall died November 20, 1964. He was born June 12, 1887. He was a retired carpenter. He was survived by his wife, Mona Hall; and a stepson, R.W. Harris. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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HALL, Jonnie
MARIANNA, ARKANSAS: Jonnie Hall, 79, passed away June 10, 2006. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Alvin Hall of Marianna; a daughter, Nancy Hall Adaus of Sherwood; a son, David Hall of Harrison; a brother, Brent Spense of Bradford; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Forrest Memorial Park in Forrest City with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HALL, Lucille
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Lucille Madie Ballard Hall, 79, died May 19, 1980. She formerly lived in the Old Austin community, and had owned the Old Austin Store. She was a member of the Old Austin United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include a son, Paul G. Hall of Little Rock; 2 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at the Old Austin United Methodist Church. Burial was at Sylvania Cemetery by Drummond Funeral Home.

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HALL, Robert, Jr.
STEPHENS, ARKANSAS: Robert Hall, Jr., 57, died December 23, 2004 at his home. He was born January 28, 1947 in Stephens to the late Robert Hall, Sr. and Lillian Todd Hall. He worked at Chrysler Corporation in Detroit for 31 years, and attended Beech Hill A.M.E. Church in Stephens. Survivors include three children, Letricia Hall Jones of Stephens, and Martin Edward Hall and Robert Donelle Hall, both of Detroit; a sister, Lerline Wyrick of Stephens; 4 grandchildren; and his great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers. Services were held at Beech Hill A.M.E. Church. Interment was at Macedonia Cemetery in McNeil with arrangements by Smith Funeral Home.

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HALL, Ruby Riggs
LEACHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ruby Mae Riggs Hall, 94, died March 14, 2003. She was born October 30, 1908 to the late William V. Riggs and Eula O'Neal Riggs. She was a retired bookkeeper for Brewer Brothers Oil Company. She attended the First United Methodist Church of Leachville, and was a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. She is survived by a brother, Van Riggs of Leachville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gattis Hall. Burial was at the Leachville Cemetery under the direction of Howard Funeral Service.

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HALL, Seguard A.
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Seguard Arthur Hall, 79, died December 26, 2002. He was born March 30, 1923 to Jesse James and Thelma Ethel James Hall. He worked for the Farmers' Market in Batesville. He was a World War II Army veteran and attended the Presbyterian church. Among the survivors are two daughters, Glenda Oakley, Anderson, Ind., and Peggy Sneed, Strawberry; a brother, Gordon Hall, Veradal, Wash.; a sister, Hazel Hall Johnson, Walnut Ridge; four grandchildren, Denise Hodson, Dennis Sneed, Bradley Sneed and Danita Crawford; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Eugene Hall, J.C. Hall and an infant brother; and a granddaughter, Sylvia Faye Sneed. Interment was at Ward Cemetery in Strawberry with David Johnson officiating. Arrangements were handled by Qualls Funeral Home.

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HALLER, Sinclair
MAGAZINE, ARKANSAS: Sinclair Haller, 80, died July 11, 2004. He was a cattle rancher, and a retiree of the Arkansas State Highway Department. He was a decorated U.S. Army WWII veteran. Survivors include a son, Randy Haller of Magazine, AR; a sister, Addie Starling of Magazine, AR (note: died April 8, 2005); and a brother, J.L. Haller of Magazine. Interment was at Evans Cemetery in Magazine, AR with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home of Booneville, AR.

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HALLIBURTON, Verneil
POCAHONTAS, ARKANSAS: Verneil Halliburton, 86, died January 19, 2006. Survivors include three sons, Danny Halliburton of Naylor, MO, Benny Halliburton of Maynard, and Pawnee Halliburton of Maynard; a daughter, Ida (Missy) Simpson of Vilonia; a sister, Bobbie Sudduth of Newport; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; two nieces; and two nephews. Services were held at at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Glenn Pettus officiating. Burial was at Ingram Cemetery.

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HALLMARK, Marion Huston
GRUBBS, ARKANSAS: Marion Huston Hallmark, 88, died December 24, 2006. Survivors include a son, Frank Hallmark; three daughters, Rosemary Wessels, Betty Joyce Fifer, and Teresa Conti; a sister, Rachael Prior; 12 grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren. Services were held at Dillinger Chapel, followed by burial at Ballew's Chapel Cemetery.

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HALLSELL, Quinton R.
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Quinton Royce Hallsell, 67, died January 1, 2006. He was born July 21, 1938 to the late Quinton Hallsell, Sr. and Chole Moore Hallsell. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He enjoyed camping and traveling. Survivors include his wife, Shirley J. Williams Hallsell; two sons, Royce Hallsell of Warren and Dewayne Hallsell and wife Sheila of Plummerville; a stepson, Clinton Gilbert and wife Beth of Morrilton; a daughter, Pat Murphy West of Adona; a stepdaughter, Renee Lewallen of Springfield, AR; three special aunts, Gwen Mitchell and husband Jim of Las Vegas, Guylene Dwyer of Norman, OK and Grace Spradley of Morrilton; one grandchild; two step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. Interment was at Kilgore Cemetery with arrangements by Bob Neal And Sons Funeral Home.

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HALTER, Mabel Favell
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Mabel Favell Halter, 101, passed away January 3, 2004. She was a retired seamstress. Survivors include a son, Lynn Favell of Cape Coral, FL; two daughters, Doris Cunniff of Jacksonville, and Evelyn Hooker of Beebe; 12 grandchildren; and several great and great-great-grandchildren. Interment was at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home.

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HALTIWANGER, Beatrice
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Beatrice "Bebe" Haltiwanger, 87, died January 23, 2007. She was born August 21, 1919 to the late Sufronia Brown Lewis. She was a homemaker, and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by two sons, James Haltiwanger and Robert Lee Brown, both of Pine Bluff; three daughters, Maxine Cobb, Mary Haltiwanger and Paula Haltiwanger, all of Pine Bluff; 14 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Mayso Haltiwanger. Services were held at Greater Fellowship Ministries with Rev. Lafayette Woods officiating. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden under the direction of Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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HALWEG, Erna
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Erna Halweg, 92, died February 20, 2007. She was born February 8, 1915 to the late Edwin and Natalie Rink. She was a homemaker, and attended Faith Lutheran Church. She is survived by a daughter, Merna Bishop of Dallas, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Halweg; her parents; and a daughter, Janice Halweg. Services were held at the chapel of Humphrey Funeral Service with Pastor Philip Schwerin officiating. Burial was at Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

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HAMBUCHEN, Hazel
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Hazel Cardin Hambuchen, 85, died April 7, 2006. She was born October 5, 1920 to the late Willis and Mary Elizabeth Shock Cardin. She was the owner of the Squirrel Hill Service Station for fifteen years. She attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived by a daughter, Judy Collins and husband Bob of Little Rock; two brothers, Glennis Cardin of California and Wilburn Cardin of Enola; a sister, Adell Keathley of Mt. Vernon; two grandchildren, Lisa McGuire and husband Jansen of Kennesaw, GA, and Rob Collins of Hollywood, CA; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, George Hambuchen and Frank Hambuchen; two brothers, Orville Cardin and Carlos Cardin; and two sisters, Vera Heffington and Norma Cardin. A funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, followed by burial at St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HAMBY, Junius E.
CALICO ROCK, ARKANSAS: Junius E. "June" Hamby, 85, died June 9, 2009. He was born July 22, 1923 to John Henry and Louanna Sexton Hamby. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and participated in the D-Day invasion. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by his wife, Mozella White Hamby; two sons and daughters-in-law, Paul and Joyce Hamby of Calico Rock, and Philip and Donna Hamby of Mountain Home; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; two brothers: William "Bill" Hamby and Thomas "Tom" Hamby, both of Calico Rock; and a sister, Launa Kimberling of Cleburne, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Lonnie Hamby; two brothers; and a sister. Burial was at Table Rock Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.

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HAMBY, Rosa
AUVERGNE, ARKANSAS: Rosa Hamby died March 18, 1926. She was a member of Beautiful Pearl Circle #228 of the Royal Circle of Friends. Interment was at the Odd Fellows Cemetery.

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HAMBY, Sigrid
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Sigrid F. Hamby, 90, died January 14, 1997. She was born November 30, 1906 to Gertrude Walker and Charlie Eubanks. She attended the First Methodist Church of Prairie Grove. She is survived by two daughters, Lois Kinion and Sigrid Utley; a sister, Eula Gotschall; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Edward Hamby. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, AR under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HAMILTON, Arrilla
BOUGHTON, ARKANSAS: Arrilla Hamilton, 95, died October 24, 1999. She was born August 12, 1904 to George and Mary Hamilton. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Alberta Hamilton; a nephew, Johnny Hamilton, Jr. (Mae); two nieces, Freddie Hamilton of Prescott and Ophelia James (Vernon) of Berkeley, CA; 6 great-nephews; 7 great-nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by six sisters, and four brothers. Services were held at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Lonnie Hughes and Sis. Annie Hubbard presiding. Burial was at Washington Hill Cemetery in Boughton with arrangements entrusted to Brandon's Mortuary of Hope, AR.

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HAMILTON, Ella Kraeplin
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Ella Kraeplin Hamilton, 101, died January 15, 2004. She was born February 24, 1902 to the late Louis F. Kraeplin and Bertha Dahn Kraeplin, and was a native of Crystal Lake, IL. She was a retired factory worker. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake and the Justin Rebekah Lodge of Crystal Lake. She is survived by a son, Sterling E. Hamilton of Phoenix; two daughters, Joan Ahlgrim of Pine Bluff and Margery Wolf of Dunedin, FL; two brothers, Carl Kraeplin of Bemidji, MN and Frank Kraeplin of Crystal Lake, IL; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Hamilton; three brothers, Alfred Kraeplin, Arnold Kraeplin and Walter Kraeplin; and a sister, Edna Dreyer. Memorial services were held at Crystal Lake, IL with local arrangements handled by Fuller Funeral Services.

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HAMILTON, Nathaniel
WHEATLEY, ARKANSAS: Nathaniel C. Hamilton, 76, died February 17, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Polly Hamilton; three daughters, Linda Hamilton, Vickie Roberts, and Sherry Burrow; two sons, Glenn and Dwight; four sisters; two brothers; 13 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Brinkley. Entombment was at Washington Park Mausoleum in Indianapolis, IN with local arrangements by Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home.

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HAMILTON, Thomas J.
SUBIACO, ARKANSAS: Thomas J. Hamilton died November 17, 1879. He was born April 3, 1838. He was a Civil War veteran. He was survived by his wife, Adah Hamilton. Interment was at Mount Carmel Cemetery.

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HAMM, Doshia
MARSHALL, ARKANSAS: Doshia Hamm, 97, died January 2, 2009. She was born July 21, 1911 to Elmer and Vada Hensley Brewer. She attended Garrett Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed gardening. She is survived by a daughter, Norma Elliott; a grandchild, Tony Elliott; a great-grandchild, Anthony Elliott, all of Snowball, AR; a brother, Jack Brewer of Kansas; and two sisters, Faye Scott of Harrison and Irene White of Wichita, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Johnny Hamm; and a son, E. J. Hamm. Burial was at Snowball Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Coffman Funeral Home.

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HAMM, Rene Dreux
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Rene Dreux Hamm, 85, died March 12, 2007. He was born January 19, 1922 to the late Hubert and Lillian Phillips Hamm. He was a World War II veteran. He worked in California in the motion picture and television industries. He was involved with such shows as "My Three Sons", "Gunsmoke", and "Cannon", as well as numerous major motion pictures. Survivors include his stepmother, Mildred Hamm of Camden; his stepsisters, Deborah Randel of Camden and Mildred Harrington of White Oak, AR; and a stepbrother, Cliff Pinkerton of White Oak. Arrangements were entrusted to Proctor Funeral Home.

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HAMMETT, John O.
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: John Oather Hammett, 86, died February 22, 2007. He was born July 10, 1920 to the late John Realus Hammett and Nell Maxey Hammett. He retired from Compton Mills, and was co-owner of Hammett Greenhouse and Nursery. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lois Hammett; two daughters, Johnette Burke of Marrero, LA and Kathy Aishman of Morrilton; a brother, Bill Hammett of Oklahoma; two sisters, Mary Manly of Abelene, TX and Nadine McNulty of Floral; and 3 grandchildren. Interment was at the Center Ridge Cemetery with Charles Bane presiding. Arrangements were handled by Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home.

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HAMMETT, Lillian
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Lillian Hammett, 86, passed away on September 11, 2005. She was born May 11, 1919 to Frank and Ester Brents Hammett. She was a charter member of Hillcrest Pentecostal Church of God at Atkins, AR. Survivors include a brother, Fandy Hammett of Little Rock. Services were held at Hillcrest Pentecostal Church of God with Rev. Harold Yandell and Donald Shipley officiating. Interment was at Brents Cemetery with arrangements by Lemley Funeral Service.

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HAMMIL, Lincey Scroggin
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Lincey Scroggin Hammil died February 22, 1919. She was born March 10, 1883, and was the widow of R.W. Hammil. Interment was at Efferess Cemetery.

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HAMMOND, A.J.
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Andrew James Hammond, 85, died June 1, 1935. He was a former Rison citizen, who for many years operated a blacksmith shop here. He had been in declining health for some time, losing his sight six years ago. He was a native of Lexington, KY, and came to Warren in 1880 and engaged in blacksmith work. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife, Martha Jane Woolam Hammond; four sons, Andrew Hammond of Rison, John Hammond of Kingsland, Harvey Hammond of Holdenville, OK, and Walter Hammond of Pine Bluff; four daughters, Mrs. Jim Hammond and Mrs. Bea Williams of Fordyce; Mrs. E.F. Gresham of Pine Bluff, and Mrs. R.G. Bates of Tampa, FL; his grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Louise Winans, who died in 1881 in Bradley County, AR. Funeral services were conducted from the family home by Dr. J.M. Workman, pastor of the Fordyce First Methodist Church. Interment was at the Fordyce Oakland Cemetery.

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HAMMOND,, John M.
RISON, ARKANSAS: John Martin Hammond, 89, died July 26, 1970. He was born in Lexington, KY to Andrew James Hammond and Mary Louisa Winans. The family moved to Kingsland, AR when John was less than a year old. His mother died in 1881, and he was raised by his stepmother, Martha Woolam Hammond. He was a blacksmith in Kingsland during the early 1900s. Survivors include three daughters, Suvella Brown, Trella Mitchell and Manolia Hammond; two sons, John, Jr. and Howard; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Andrew Jackson Hammond; and his parents. Interment was at Kingsland Cemetery.

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HAMMOND, Mallie
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Mallie Lee Thomason Hammond died December 2, 1940. She was born November 24, 1877 in Calhoun County, AR to Benjamin Franklin Thomason and Martha Parilee Cross Thomason, pioneer residents of Warren. She came to Pine Bluff with her family in 1920, and made her home near Dew Drop on the Sheridan Pike for the past 9 years. She had been a member of the Presbyterian Church for a number of years, and was a charter member of the Presbyterian Church at Dew Drop, having been active in the building of the church. Survivors include her husband, Walter Scott Hammond; a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Springer of Sheridan; a son, Thurman Hammond of Pine Bluff; five brothers, Oscar Thomasson of Hot Springs, Elmer Thomasson and Walter Thomasson of Warren, and Ed Frank Thomasson of Los Angeles, CA; three sisters, Mrs. Jennie Ernest of Harrell, and Mrs. Hattie Rice and Mrs. Jewell Bradley of Warren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Myrtice Hammond Lee; and her parents. Burial was at the family lot in Graceland Cemetery by Ralph Robinson and Son Mortuary.

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HAMMOND, Manolia
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Miss Manolia Hammond died August 20, 1970. She was born February 9, 1916 in Kingsland, AR to the late John Martin Hammond and Marintha Jane Roper. Survivors include two sisters, Trella Mitchell and Suvella Brown, both of Pine Bluff; and two brothers, John Hammond, Jr., of Pine Bluff, and Howard Hammond of Seattle, WA. She was preceded in death by a brother, Andrew Jackson Hammond. Burial was at Kingsland Cemetery.

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HAMMOND, Marintha
KINGSLAND, ARKANSAS: Marintha Jane Roper Hammond, 48, died in March of 1936. She was born in Texas in 1888. Survivors include her husband, John Martin Hammond; three daughters, Suvella Dovie Brown (Dewey) of Pine Bluff, Trella Jones (J.B.), and Miss Manola Hammond of Kingsland; three sons, Andrew, John, Jr., and Howard Hammond, all of Kingsland; her mother, Sally Higgins Roper of Oakland, CA, and a sister, Luella Cox (Orville) of Little Rock. She was preceded in death by her father, Joshua Jackson Roper, who is buried in Tom, OK. Burial was at Kingsland Cemetery.

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HAMMOND, Walter
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Walter Scott Hammond, 72, died December 14, 1950 in Pine Bluff at Davis Hospital. He was born December 31, 1877 in Lexington, KY to Andrew James Hammond and Mary Louise Winans. He was survived by his wife, Frances Mason Hammond; a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Springer of Little Rock; a son, Thurman Hammond of Salem, OR; three brothers, John Hammond of Pine Bluff, Andrew Hammond of Rison, and Harvey Hammond of Oklahoma City, OK; and three sisters, Mrs. Hattie Gresham of Pine Bluff, Mrs. Ruth Williams of Fordyce, and Mrs. Mary Bales of Tampa, FL. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mallie Lee Thomason Hammond; a daughter, Mytrice Hammond Lee; and his parents. Interment was at Graceland Cemetery by Ralph Robinson and Son Mortuary.

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HAMPTON, Climmie
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Climmie Hampton, 83, died December 9, 2006. She was born March 24, 1923 to the late Benjamin Holiday and Lizzie Campbell. She was a member of the Restoration House of Praise Church. She is survived by her husband, Johnnie Hampton; three sons, Sylvester Hampton, Sr. of Little Rock, and Odis Lee Hampton and Louis Hampton, both of Conway; five daughters, Catherene Spencer of Vallejo, CA, JoAnn Brooks of England, AR, Julia Whitworth of Houston, AR, and Bernice DuHart and Denice Johnson, both of Conway; a sister, Bessie Williams of Peoria, IL; and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services were held at Christ Temple Holiness Church. Interment was at Nellum Cemetery in England, AR by Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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HAMPTON, Joe E.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Joe E. Hampton died November 5, 1955. He was born March 25, 1893. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War I. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, AR.

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HANCOCK, Dahlia L.
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Dahlia Loretha Hancock, 98, died September 13, 2006. She was a retired retail clerk, and was of the Baptist faith. She was born October 15, 1907 to William Taylor and Mary Jane Simmons Hancock. She is survived by a sister, Mary Sue McCubbin of Paris; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Lurlin McCubbin, Hazel Kimberling, Mae Hancock and Ruth Hancock; and a brother, Neal Hancock. Interment was at Springhill Cemetery in Chismville, AR under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.

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HAND, James W.
MARKED TREE, ARKANSAS: James William Hand, 78, died April 1, 2006 at his home. He was born September 21, 1927 to Archie and Mary Hand. He had worked as a safety engineer for General Motors with 32 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of Central Baptist Church and the Elks Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Clara Wilson Hand; a son, William D. Hand of Marked Tree; and 2 grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Clovis Irene Cantrell. Services were held at Central Baptist Church. Interment was at the Tyronza Cemetery by Murphy Funeral Home.

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HANEGAN, Eliza
HOPE, ARKANSAS: Eliza Hanegan, 19, died November 22, 1887. She was the daughter of W.A. and Eliza Hanegan. Burial was at Rose Hill Cemetery.

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HANEY, Captola Ring
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Captola Ring Haney, 81, died October 24, 2006. She was born May 27, 1925 to Ed and Vesta Ring. She attended Atkins United Methodist Church. Among the survivors are her husband of 56 years, Bob Haney; four sons, Ralph D. Dollar of Columbus, MS, Robert Haney of Atkins, David Haney of Angleton, TX, and Donald Haney of Atkins; three brothers, Ralph Ring of Cleveland, Woody Ring of Center Ridge, and Dr. Gene D. Ring of Dardanelle; 9 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Lemley Funeral Chapel with Rev. Robert Woody officiating. Burial was at the Atkins City Cemetery with arrangements by Lemley Funeral Service.

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HANNA, Cora
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Cora E. Hanna, 95, died March 1, 2003. She was born April 14, 1907 to Kenneth Andre and Bessie Dotson. She is survived by a son, Bobby E. Hanna; 5 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harlan G. Hanna; and a daughter, Betty Hanna Crow. Interment was at Baptist Ford Cemetery by Beard's Funeral Chapel.

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HANNAH, Atlantic
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Atlantic N. Hannah was born in 1859, and died in 1879. She was the wife of J.H. Hannah. Interment was at Parks Cemetery near Hogeye, AR.

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HANNAH, John F.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: John F. Hannah died October 1, 1868. He was born February 16, 1797. He was a Civil War veteran, and served as a Captain with Company D of the 3rd Tennessee Mounted Infantry, CSA. Interment was at Howell Cemetery.

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HANNEY, H.C.
NASHVILLE, ARKANSAS: H.C. Hanney, 77, died July 9, 2009. He was born November 28, 1931 to James Grover and Cornelia Rhodes Hanney. He is survived by his wife, Betty Hanney; two sons and daughters-in-law, James C. and Debbie Hanney of De Queen, and Freddie and Teresa Hanney of Bald Knob; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Olen and Margaret Hanney, and Lloyd Hanney, all of Nashville; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Hanney, and his parents. Interment was at Avery's Chapel Cemetery by Latimer Funeral Home.

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HANSARD, Babel Homer
PARKS, ARKANSAS: Babel Homer Hansard, 64, died on November 23, 1971. He was born on July 22, 1907. He worked as a carpenter. Among the survivors are his wife, Carnie Hansard; a son, Bill, of Mena, AR; and a grandson. Services were held at the Parks Baptist Church with Rev. Harmon Allen presiding. Interment was at Hawkins Cemetery with arrangements by Rice Martin Funeral Home.

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HANSELL, Jane
DECATUR, ARKANSAS: Jane Hansell died March 11, 1913. She was the wife of I.W. Hansell, and had one daughter. She was of the Methodist faith. Interment was at the Decatur Cemetery.

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HANSEN, Raymond H.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Raymond Harold Hansen, 74, died February 26, 1992. He was born March 21, 1917 to Harold W. Hansen and Ella Pazell Hansen. He was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of World War II, and was of the Methodist faith. He is survived by two sons, Ronald H. Hansen and William R. Hansen; two daughters, Linda Rae Cheatham and Vicki L. Wilkie; a sister, Rovilla Meissner; and 10 grandchildren. Interment was at Sugar Hill Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HANSEN, Yadira
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Yadira Rosina "Yadi" Hansen, 46, died November 30, 2007 at her residence. She was born August 2, 1961 in La Ceiba, Honduras. She had lived in Jonesboro for 28 years, and was a former resident of Long Island, NY. She was a Jehovah's Witness. She is survived by her husband, Rick Hansen; a daughter, Brianna Hansen of Jonesboro; a son, Ryan Hansen of Jonesboro; her father, Felipe Speer of La Ceiba, Honduras; her mother and stepfather, Rosina and Hector Rubio of Columbus, MT; four sisters, Patricia Toledo of Bayshore, NY, Dina Hagins of Gaithersburg, MD, Carol Gonzalez of Allentown, PA, and Rita Gonzalez of Plantation, FL; a brother, Jacob Rubio of Columbus, MT; her mother-in-law, Lavona Hansen of Jonesboro; a sister-in-law and her husband, Sherrie and Dudley Owens of Jonesboro; 4 nieces; and 4 nephews. Interment was at Pine Log Cemetery under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.

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HANSTEIN, Elizabeth
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Elizabeth Johnson Hanstein, 85, died August 8, 1980. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Johnnie Youngblood and Mrs. Louise Makoski, both of North Little Rock. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph Hanstein. Interment was at Edgewood Memorial Park under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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HANTZ, Hosea
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Hosea M. Hantz, 81, died May 27, 1969. He was born November 11, 1887 to George and Almira Hantz. He retired from the Federal Housing Authority, and was a Shriner. He was survived by his wife, Daisy Hantz; a son, Dr. Harold Hantz; a daughter, Mrs. Terry Hunt; and 4 grandchildren. Interment was at Fairview Memorial Gardens by Nelson Funeral Home.

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HAPPY, Leora
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Leora Clementine Happy, 81, died January 5, 1996. She was born July 21, 1914 to Arthur and Mollie Alexander Pitman. She was of the Methodist faith. She is survived by three sons, John and Sylvaline Happy, Robert and Quiata, and Bill and Jan Happy; a sister, Dora Knabb; 20 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HARBISON, Dweneth Hope
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Dweneth Hope Harbison, 59, passed away on September 13, 2004. Services were held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Malvern, AR with Bro. Fred Emmanuel officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Caruth-Hale Funeral Home.

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HARBOUR, Estelle
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Estelle "Exie" Harbour, 83, died February 19, 2007. She was born February 9, 1924. She was a homemaker, and attended the Stamps Missionary Baptist Church. She was the widow of Ray Harbour. She is survived by two sons, Marvin Clark, Jr. and Ricky Clark and wife Tia, all of Stamps; a daughter, Shirley Rogers and husband Lonnie of Stamps; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Lakeside Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

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HARCOURT, Lena
HELENA, ARKANSAS: Lena Marie Harcourt, 84, died February 13, 2010. She was born April 10, 1925 to Mary and Joe Papa. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Survivors include five children, Ike Harcourt, Jr. of Helena, Michael Harcourt and wife Cerisse of Benton, Mary Leslie Kempkes and husband Bob of Hot Springs, Patrick Harcourt and wife Craig of Memphis, TN, and Allison Harcourt of Raleigh, NC; a brother, Tom Papa and wife Gail of Jackson, MS; a sister, Dorothy Papa of Helena; 14 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death her husband, Marion Charles "Ike" Harcourt, Sr.; a son, Dr. Larry Harcourt; a sister, Catherine Woodyard; and her parents. Services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Mary's Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HARDER, Dr. Jack
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Dr. Jack Harder, 82, died February 19, 2005. He was born August 9, 1922 to William George and Mary Harper Harder. He was a Lutheran. A retired dentist, he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery diploma from St. Louis University in 1957. He was a World War II veteran of both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters, and was a member of American Legion. He was a charter member of both the Fayetteville and Fort Smith Elks Lodge, served as past president of the Fayetteville Country Club, and was a life member of the Arkansas and American Dental Associations. He is survived by three sons, William B. Harder and wife Suzanne, Robert C. Harder and James A. Harder and wife Diana, all of Fayetteville; and 4 grandchildren. Cremation was handled by Beard's Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

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HARDIN, Eathel Page
RECTOR, ARKANSAS: Eathel Odema Page Hardin, 81, died November 30, 2001. She was born December 3, 1919 to the late Harley Page and Bertha Poplin Page. She was a homemaker, and attended the Salem Missionary Baptist Church. She was the widow of Larry Hardin. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Carson and Patsy Hardin of Rector; two granddaughters; five great-grandchildren; a brother, Denver Page of the St. Louis area; and five sisters, Edith Maynard, Virgeen Huggins, Verda Whitehorn, Della Rachow and Dorothy Pauley. She was preceded in death by her husband, and by a brother, Herman Page. Burial was at Woodland Heights Cemetery in Rector with arrangements by Irby Funeral Home.

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HARDIN, Lola Mae
MARKED TREE, ARKANSAS: Lola Mae Hardin, 90, died June 1, 2002. She was a homemaker, and was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include five sons, Paul M. Hardin, Hoyle Hardin and Stanley Hardin, all of Marked Tree, Thurmond Hardin of Turrell and Kenneth Hardin of Payneway Station; two daughters, Elouise Butler of Jacksonville and Shirley Goldman of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Rosie Hutchison and Avo Hutchison, both of Tupelo, MS; 29 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.C. Hardin, Sr.; her parents, Amanda Rosella and John Dale Erwin; two sons, A.C. Hardin, Jr. and Doyle Hardin; and two daughters, Betty Hardison and Judy Evon Hardin. Services were held at the Marked Tree Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Les Langley officiating. Interment was at the Marked Tree Cemetery.

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HAREN, Joseph A.
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Joseph A. Haren died May 23, 1956. He was born December 6, 1886. He was a World War I veteran. Interment was at St. Vincent Cemetery.

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HARGIS, Mary Bunch
MADISON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Mary Louisa Bunch Hargis died July 18, 1952. She was born December 3, 1860. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Hargis. Burial was at Big Sandy Cemetery.

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HARGRAVE, Louisa
GASSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Louisa Hargrave died on April 29, 1928. She was born on November 13, 1826. She was the widow of S.W. Hargrave, a Confederate veteran. Burial was at Gassville Cemetery.

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HARGROVE, Archie O.
GILLETT, ARKANSAS: Archie O. Hargrove, 78, died March 16, 2006. He was born October 9, 1927 to Arch Nathaniel Hargrove and Gertrude Bouek Hargrove. He was a retired farmer, and was of the Methodist faith. He is survived by a sister, Zada Simpson of DeWitt; a niece, Mary Kay Dempsey of Gillett; and many other relatives and friends. Interment was at the DeWitt Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home of Dumas, AR.

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HARKINS, Effie
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Effie A. Harkins, 97, died March 24, 1994. She was born February 1, 1897 to L.S. and Kate Dewett. She attended Liberty Baptist Church in Dutch Mills. She is survived by a daughter, Doris Thurman and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Harkins. Interment was at Dutch Mills Cemetery.

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HARKINS, Peter
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Peter Harkins, 89, died September 27, 2006. He was born November 19, 1916 to Lena and Fred Harkins. He had previously worked for the Smithsonian Institution, and for both NBC and ABC radio as a scriptwriter, news editor and broadcaster. He was a former humor writer for Edgar Bergen, Abbott and Costello, and Jack Kirkwood and the Kibitzers. He authored seven action/adventure novels that were published by Grossett and Dunlap. He was a former manager of KNWA's first FM radio station, and operated an advertising agency. He served as chief of special services at the Veterans' Hospital and was a representative for Official Films and MCA TV. He also was as director of the Arkansas State Publicity Department under Governor Cherry, and was a Justice of the Peace on the first session of the reconstituted Quorum Court of Washington County. He was a former executive director of the Arkansas Throughbred Breeders and Horsemen's Association. He was a Democrat, and enjoyed writing letters to the editors of various area newspapers. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia Greenhaw Harkins; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Leonard F. Greenhaw of Fayetteville; two nephews, William K. Greenhaw and wife Emily and their children, Clark Greenhaw and Elizabeth Greenhaw, all of Fayetteville; and John F. Greenhaw and wife Renee' and their daughter, Katie Greenhaw, all of Fayetteville. Cremation arrangements were handled by Moore's Chapel in Fayetteville.

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HARKINS, Ruby M. Elliott
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Ruby M. Elliott Harkins, 87, died December 16, 2006. She was born July 29, 1919 to the late Floyd and Ada Sulton Elliott. She was co-owner of the Harkins Grocery along with her husband, Willard, and was a retired Wal-Mart greeter. She attended Emmanuel Baptist Church. She is survived by her children, Jim Harkins and wife Martha, Willard R. Harkins and wife Libby, and Ruth Henderson and husband Don, all of Malvern; a brother, Don Elliott and wife Lemona of Malvern; two sisters, Eva Mae Voss of Malvern and Geraldine Staph of California; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Willard H. Harkins; and two sisters, Florine Overton and Jewel Gray. Interment was at Oakridge Cemetery with Bro. John Owen officiating. Arrangements were handled by Regency Funeral Home.

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HARMAN, Archalie
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Archalie Hulsey Harman, 93, died January 4, 2002 at the Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado. She was born August 29, 1908 in Lisbon, AR to Julius McCain and Nancy Willett Hulsey. She was a chemist for Monsanto, taught at the Hopewell School District, and had a monogram shop. She attended the First United Methodist Church. She was a former member of the Audubon Society, the Pilot Club, the El Dorado Garden Club, the Native Plant Society, and the El Dorado Camellia Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, Solomon Ritchie Harman; her parents; three sisters, Winnie Hulsey Darden, Beulah Hulsey Lewis, and Mary Hulsey; and two brothers, T.A. and Hilbert Hulsey. Interment was at Arlington Cemetery with arrangements by Rumph-Owers Funeral Home.

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HARMON, Ina
BEE BRANCH, ARKANSAS: Ina Florence Harmon, 89, died August 1, 2004. She was born May 12, 1915 to the late Robert and Ernest Stark Pike. She was a member of the Morganton Community Church. She is survived by a son, John Robert Harmon and wife Shrea; a daughter, Thelma Mae Harmon; a daughter-in-law, Donna Sue Harmon, all of Bee Branch; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Z.A Harmon; and two sons, Melvin Dale and Arveal Harmon. Services were held at Morganton Community Church. Interment was at Morganton Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HARPER, Richard, Sr.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Richard Harper, Sr. died September 20, 2004. He was a member of Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church. He is survived by five daughters, Lisa Harper of Little Rock, Annette Myers and Marva Myers, both of North Little Rock, Jalessia Batemon of McAlmont, and Brenda Harper of Los Angeles; two sons, Richard Harper, Jr. of North Little Rock, and Kim Cooksey of Little Rock; two sisters, Dorothy White of Kansas City, MO, and Emma Atkins of Berkeley, CA; three brothers, Eldee Harper of Little Rock, and George Harper and Ralph Harper of Mayflower; 15 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Services were held at at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by N.B. Carter Funeral Home.

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HARRELL, Jessica A.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Jessica Alexandra Harrell, age 8 months, died May 19, 1980. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Harrell; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Densial Tipton of Cabot, and Mr. and Mrs. Elvis Harrell of Alexander; and her great-grandparents, Mrs. Iona Lloyd of Stuttgart, Mrs. Pearl Tipton of Long Beach, CA, Bill Harrell of Beebe, and Mrs. Jewel Smith of Little Rock. Services were held at Bethel Baptist Church. Burial was at Mount Carmel Cemetery under the direction of Cabot Funeral Home.

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HARRELSON, Hudie
RYE, ARKANSAS: Hudie Harrelson, 79, died March 5, 2009 at his residence. He was born April 8, 1929 in New Edinburg, AR to Jesse Lain Harrelson and Lora Cox Harrelson. He was a farmer and rancher, and attended Harmony Freewill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Avis Crawley Harrelson; two daughters, Beth McBee (Sterling) of Rye, and Kathy Phipps (Kevin) of Page, AZ; a son, Steve Harrelson (Connie) of Rye; a grandchild; 4 step-grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Union Cemetery in Rye by Frazer's Funeral Home.

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HARRINGTON, Dolores
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Dolores Anne Harrington, 73, died May 2, 2011 at her home. She was born April 27, 1938 in Allen, KY to the late Arthur and Oma May Hughes. She was a longtime lifestyles editor for the Arkadelphia Daily Siftings Herald, and attended Mount Zion Baptist Church. She was a member of the Library Club, and was a volunteer for the Humane Society of Clark County. She enjoyed bird watching. Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Donald Harrington; three sisters, Dawn Hicks of Wabash, IN, and Mona May and Brenda Vanderpool, both of Lexington, KY; and a brother, Randall Hughes of Bowling Green, KY. Services were held at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Welch Funeral Home.

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HARRINGTON, Henry D.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Henry Harrington died October 28, 1943. He was a veteran of the Spanish-American War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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HARRIS, Esther
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Esther Harris, 92, passed away on August 6, 2006. She was born on March 23, 1914 to Joe and Mattie Gipson Brock. She was the widow of Lewis Harris. She attended the Bells Chapel Assembly of God. She is survived by three sons, Cecil, Lonnie and Lewis Harris; five daughters, Coma Harris, Katy Ladd, Della Bruton, Fay Green, and Martha Harris; 20 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and 26 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Lemley Funeral Service with Rev. Henry Clark and Rev. Jimmy Stewart officiating. Burial was at Bells Chapel Cemetery.

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HARRIS, Ethel M. Russell
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Ethel Mae Harris, 70, died November 12, 2002. She was born October 25, 1932 to the late John Russell and Emma Mooney Russell. She is survived by her niece, Mary Rogers, with whom she lived. Burial was at Forest Lawn Cemetery with arrangements handled by P.K. Miller Mortuary.

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HARRIS, Louria, Jr.
TWIN GROVES, ARKANSAS: Louria R.B. Harris, Jr., 59, died June 25, 2006. He was born May 4, 1947 to Louria R.B. Harris, Sr. and Louise Virgil Harris. He retired from General Motors in Fairfax, KS with 30 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Harris; two daughters, Tia Ashford of Conway, and Yvonne Harris of Kansas City, MO; a son, Tearle Byers of Rogers; a stepdaughter, Rhonda Mayberry of Odessa, MO; his mother, of Springfield, AR; six sisters, Thelma Hammond of Center Ridge, Gail Reese of Plumerville, Sheila Williams of Hahira, GA, and Velma Arnold, Wilma Phelps, and Mary Welpsom, all of Springfield, AR; five brothers, Tyrone Harris of Little Rock, Lee Otis Harris of Tucker, Michael Harris of Tucson, AZ, and LeRoy Harris and Robert Harris, both of Kansas City, MO; 6 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church. Burial was at Mount Pisgah Cemetery under the direction of Wilson and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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HARRIS, Lucy
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Lucy C. Harris, 82, died January 7, 2002. She was born December 25, 1919 to the late Ed Callaway and Lela Holland Callaway. She was a member of Bright Star Baptist Church in Tarry, AR. She is survived by three sons, Charles Callaway of Beaumont, TX, Charlie Grice of Little Rock, and Willie Grice Callaway of Pine Bluff; three daughters, Lela Criss of Pine Bluff, Lorraine Brewster of Kansas City, MO, and Della Potts of Gulfport, MS; three brothers, Willie Callaway, Sr. of Tarry, Theodis Callaway of Saginaw, MI, and Nathaniel Callaway of Flint, MI; and six sisters, Sadie Owens and Luvella Hunt, both of Tarry, Mildred Harris of Pine Bluff, Murlee Scott of Kansas City, and Naomi Rochell and Reola Sneed, both of Star City. Services were held at Bright Star Baptist Church. Burial was at Bright Star Cemetery in Tarry with arrangements by Brown Funeral Home.

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HARRIS, Nelda Sharon
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Nelda Sharon Harris, 59 died December 21, 2006. She was born January 26, 1947 to the late William and Lessi Angerstein Halliday. She was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include her sons, Randell Harris of Dardenelle, AR and Danial Harris of Cartersville, GA; two daughters, Tammy Harris of Yellville and Rebecca Rich of Green Forest, AR; four brothers, Charles Halliday and Jerry Halliday, both of Yellville, David Halliday of Louisana and Roy Halliday of Rogers, AR; two sisters, Linda Hale of Harrison and Jayme Halliday of Yellville; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Lessie Harris. Services were held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Harrison. Arrangements were handled by Burns Funeral Home.

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HARRIS, Shadie, Jr.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Shadie Harris, Jr., 73, died October 23, 2009. He was born September 2, 1936 in Pine Bluff to Shady Harris, Sr. and Pearlie Mae Harris. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Harris; nine daughters, Patsy Harris, Tracy Harris, Sharon Harris, Barbara Dorn, Tammy Roberson, Tundra Clegg, Linda Wright, Diann Collins, and Lorain Reams, all of Pine Bluff; two sons, Kem Harris and Charles Pointer; three sisters, Carrie Craig, Annerbell Owens, and Corine Maggett, all of Chicago, IL; 63 grandchildren; and 38 great-grandchildren. Services were held at New St. Hurricane Baptist Church. Interment was at New St. Hurricane Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home.

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HARRIS, Texie Brewer
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Texie Brewer Harris, 88, died April 12, 2009. She was born November 8, 1920 to the late Joe Harvey Martin Brewer and Carrie Mae Camp Brewer. She was a retired business owner, and a member of Little Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Harvetta and John Smith of Missouri; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a brother, John Brewer of Fort Smith; a sister, Lexie Skorcz of Sheridan; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dick Harris; her parents; and her brothers, Bill, Thurman, Coy, Jay and Herbert Brewer. Burial was at New Hope Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

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HARRISON, William H.
BRYANT, ARKANSAS: William H. Harrison died on February 3, 1905. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and was a Civil War veteran. Interment was at the Bryant Cemetery.

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HARROD, Pratha
BEARDEN, ARKANSAS: Pratha Harrod, 75, died April 8, 2008. He was born October 20, 1932 to the late Curtis Curfu Harrod and Bertha Bell Godfrey Harrod. He retired from the Hermitage Public School System with over 25 years of service. He was a farmer, and a member of the United Pentecostal Church. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Ann Hairston Harrod; a daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Johnny Davis of Bearden; and 2 grandchildren. Interment was at Union Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Frazer's Funeral Home of Warren, AR.

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HARSHAW, Helena McClinton
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Helena McClinton Harshaw died on January 10, 1901. She was born on December 14, 1862. She was the wife of J.E. Harshaw. The couple had three children, two of whom preceded their mother in death. She attended the Methodist Episcopal Church. Services were held at the home of her father, D.B. McClinton, followed by interment at Bluff Cemetery.

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HARSHAW, Ruthie
PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Ruthie Harshaw died December 28, 1943. She was born September 12, 1941 to Malachi and Velma Ford Harshaw. Burial was at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery.

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HARSHBARGER, Mary L.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Mary L. Harshbarger, 76, passed away January 8, 2004. She is survived by three daughters, Judy Cordell, Saundra Hutchins, and Rhonda Doyle; 3 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, H.L. "Bud" Harshbarger; and her parents, R.H. (Rufus) Parks and Lillian Parks. Arrangements were handled by Cabot Funeral Home. Interment was at Arkansas Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, AR.

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HART, Othel Paul
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Othel Paul "Tuffy" Hart, 67, died April 6, 2007. He was born October 3, 1939 to the late Frank Hart and Essie Jane Ingram Hart. He owned a trucking company, and was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Pat Martin Hart; a son, Steve (Joanie) Hart of Conway; three daughters, Paula (David) Dahlke of Albertville, AL, Janel Hart of Morrilton, and Patti (Brian) Beijen of Morrilton; two brothers, E.J. Hart of West Memphis, and Charles Hart of Little Rock; a sister, Zeta Hart Embry of Morrilton; three siblings by choice, Bo (Peggy) Martin of Cedar Bluff, AL, Lanier Martin of Henager, AL, and Ann (Paul) Norris of Morrilton; his nieces and nephews; his grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and his friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lewis Hart; and two sisters, Frankie Dean Atkinson and Henrietta Hart. Services were held at Bethel Baptist Church. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home.

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HARTBARGER, Rebecca
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Rebecca Ann "Becky" Hartbarger, 56, died February 26, 2003. She was born March 7, 1946 to Kenneth Aaron and Michalene Jordan Rister. She worked for Pinnacle Foods Corporation. She is survived by her husband, Hancil Hartbarger; two sons, Kenny W. Sexton and Eric W. Hartbarger; two daughters, Rene Sayer and Racheal Merchant; two brothers, Michael Rister and Jeffrey Rister; a sister; 4 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at Rogers Cemetery.

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HARTENSTEIN, Dorothy Speck
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Dorothy Speck Hartenstein, 81, passed away December 26, 2004. She and her husband owned Hartenstein Elevator Company in Little Rock. She attended Sullins College and the University of Arkansas, where she was a Razorback cheerleader and a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She attended St. Mark's Episcopal Church. She enjoyed gardening. Survivors include her family, Ann and Pat Morrison of Rogers, Kay Saatchi of London, England, Margie and Jimmy Lackie of Memphis, a brother, Cy Speck of Little Rock, her grandchildren, Bo and Molly Morrison, Robyn and John Nolen, Taylor and Chloe Lackie, Phoebe Saatchi, and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hartenstein; and a son, Ray Hartenstein. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home.

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HARTLESS, Dessie D.
RISON, ARKANSAS: Dessie D. Hartless, 82, died June 25, 2003. She was born June 19, 1921 to the late Smith Hartless and Hulda Hartless. She is survived by a son, Thomas Griffin of Monticello; a daughter, Jewel Reep of Rison; a brother, Henry Hartless of Pine Bluff; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Hartless; a son, Jimmy Pete Hawkins; and a sister, Martha Pardon. Graveside services were held at Rowell Cemetery with arrangements by Christian Way Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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HARTNESS, Opal
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Opal Stephenson Hartness, 70, died March 28, 2003 at University Medical Center in Jackson, MS. She was born October 6, 1932 in Portland, AR to Clarence B. and Audrey Johnson Stephenson. She retired from Burlington Industries, and was a member of the Second Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Frank Hartness, Jr.; a son, Steve Hartness (Sara) of Monticello; a sister, Margie Carter of Crossett; three brothers, Floyd Stephenson, Aubrey Stephenson, and Derrell Stephenson, all of Crossett; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home.

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HARVEY, Eliza
BOONEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Eliza A. Harvey died April 21, 1916. She was the daughter of John and Mary Lindsey Christy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Logan County Judge Giles J. Harvey. Her children were Louella, Rufus and Charles. Burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery.

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HARWELL, J.B.
GURDON, ARKANSAS: J.B. Harwell, 75, died October 29, 1999. He was a medical electronics service engineer with Baptist Medical Systems. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the American Legion, the American Radio Relay League, and served as past president of the Gurdon Chamber of Commerce. He was an amateur radio enthusiast. He is survived by his wife, Martha Harwell; a daughter, Robin Fleming of Arlington, TX; his sons, Joseph B. Harwell of Gurdon, and Matthew T. Harwell of Waldo; 2 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Rose Hedge Cemetery with arrangements by Horne Funeral Home.

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HASKETT, Corine
ALICIA, ARKANSAS: Corine Haskett, 73, died March 8, 2005. She attended Alicia Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Jess "Junior" Haskett; three daughters, Julia Pope of Olive Branch, MS, and Patricia Nicholas and Lenora Nettles, both of Alicia; five sisters, Mary Sue Arnold of Riverview, FL, Virginia Barner of Judsonia, Hazel Cook of Combs, Mozel Franks of Alicia, and Carilla Stogsdill of Jonesboro; three brothers, James Freeman of Trumann, L.J. Freeman of Screven, GA, and Burl Freeman of Arcadia, FL; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Lunia Freeman; and a brother. Services were held at Alicia Baptist Church with Monroe Baldwin officiating. Burial was at Strangers Home Cemetery with arrangements by House-Gregg Funeral Home.

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HASSEN, Ray F.
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ray F. Hassen died February 23, 2007. He was born May 17, 1937 to the late Sam and Elsie Hassen. Survivors include a daughter, Brenda (David) Kinkade; three brothers, Tion (Erma) Hassen of Jonesboro, Thomas (Geneva) Hassen of Cabot, and Sam (Joyce) Hassen of Bismarck; three sisters, Zelma (Thomas) Thurgood of Carlisle, Geneva Moore of Bismarck and Janie (Carthel) Clark of Hot Springs; 6 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Interment was at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Jacksonville under the direction of Boyd Funeral Home.

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HASSIN, Zan D.
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Sgt. Zan D. Hassin was killed in action during World War II on September 2, 1944. He was born October 11, 1919. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery.

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HATCH, Mose W.
CROCKETTS BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Mose W. Hatch died February 5, 2007. He was born May 16, 1924 to Mose and Gertrude Gamble Hatch. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He enjoyed hunting and trapping. He was a member of Mt. Pisgah Lodge #80, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his sons, Clarence Hatch (Ethel) of Stuttgart and Cleveland Hatch (Annie) of Humphrey; two daughters, Mary and Shela Hatch of Crocketts Bluff; 6 grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Arzine Keaton Hatch; and all of his siblings. Services were held at Poplar Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Crocketts Bluff. Arrangements were handled by Gunn Funeral Home.

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HATCHER, Ernest E.
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Ernest Eugene Hatcher, 93, died September 2, 2007. He was a retired coal miner for U.S. Steel. He was a member of UMWA District 22, the Logan County Senior Citizens' Board, and Project Compassion. He won the Golden Harvest award for volunteerism. He attended the First Assembly of God Church in Paris. Survivors include a daughter, Jean Taber of Paris; a sister, Mamie Laster of Clarksville; a brother, Voyd Hatcher of California; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Hatcher. Services were held at the First Assembly of God in Paris. Burial was at McKendree Cemetery north of Subiaco with arrangements by Brotherton Brothers Funeral Home.

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HATFIELD, Julia
ENGLAND, ARKANSAS: Julia Huckaby Hatfield, 83, died January 22, 1988. She was a member of Landmark Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Julian Hatfield of England, and David Hatfield of Sherwood; a sister, Mrs. Audrey Minton of England; 11 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Union Valley Cemetery under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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HATFIELD, Nicole
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Nicole A. Wable Hatfield, 74, died August 19, 2004. She was born January 10, 1930 in Douai, France to the late Raymond Wable and Francoise Ovigneur Wable. She was a foreign language professor at the University of Central Arkansas. She was a member of the Friends of Torreyson Library, the P.E.O. Sisterhood, the Shakespeare Book Club, and the Conway Morning Rotary Club. Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Gene Hatfield; two sons, Hadrian Hatfield and his wife Helene Hatfield, and Marc Hatfield and his wife Leigh Hatfield; a daughter, Mathilda Hulett and her husband Jeff Hulett of Conway; 5 grandchildren; two sisters, Denise Broders and her husband Alain Broders and Sylvie Viseux and her husband Pierre Viseux; and a brother, Etienne Wable and his wife Elizabeth Wable, all of France. Services were held at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Conway with Vicar Gar Demo and Fr. Charles Thessing officiating. Interment was at Mt. Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HATHCOCK, Donald H.
HAMPTON, ARKANSAS: Donald Hoke Hathcock, 71, died April 27, 2007. He was born March 20, 1936 to the late Hoke B. Hathcock and Mamie E. Ritchie Hathcock. He was a truck driver, and served as a deacon at Victory Baptist Church. Among the survivors are his wife, Darlene King Hathcock; two sons, Ronald and Jim Hathcock of Hampton; two daughters, Lisa Clemens of Hampton, and Robin Mitchell of Sheridan; three brothers, Frank Holt of Alaska, Ed Hathcock of Colorado, and Dave Hathcock of Las Vegas, NV; two sisters, Ann Strickland of Paragould and Rebecca Hathcock of Colorado; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Victory Baptist Church. Burial was at Means Cemetery under the direction of Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce, AR.

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HATHCOCK, Meda
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Meda Hathcock, 73, died May 18, 2008. She was born August 8, 1934 to James Andrew Flowers and Ora Mae Roland Flowers. She was a member of Valley View Christian Church. She is survived by four daughters, Cora Lee of Illinois, and Dianne Trim, Teresa Micheals, and Debbie Ramsey, all of Forrest City; four sons, Paul Mathes of Florida, Douglas Mathes of Palestine, and Ricky Mathes and Steve Mathes, both of Forrest City; a sister, Willadine Fowler of Dyersburg, TN; two brothers, Hurbert Flowers of Forrest City, and Clarence Ray White, Jr. of Dyersburg; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Hathcock; and a son, Marvin Mathes. Interment was at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

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HATHCOTE, Roger T.
SCOTT, ARKANSAS: Roger Taylor Hathcote, age 18 months, died May 1, 1932. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. G.R. Hathcote. He was survived by his parents; and by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R.O. Taylor, and Mrs. P.H. Hathcote. Burial was at Bearden Cemetery under the direction of Turpin Funeral Home.

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HATHORN, David H.
THORNBURG, ARKANSAS: David H. Hathorn, age 9, died February 13, 1961. Survivors include his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D.H. Hathorn, and Mr. and Mrs. S.P. Corder. Funeral services were held at Harmony Baptist Church with Rev. Ralph Izard presiding. Interment was at Thornburg Cemetery with arrangements by Reid Harris Funeral Service.

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HATLER, M. Waldo
SULPHUR SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: M. Waldo Hatler, a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, died August 31, 1967. He was born January 6, 1894. He served during World War I with Company B of the 356th Infantry, 89th Division. He was instrumental in securing intelligence regarding German troop positions during the war, and swam back and forth across a treacherous river to do so. Interment was at the G.A.R. Cemetery.

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HATLEY, Bindon
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Bindon Hatley, who died February 27, 1948, was born January 7, 1894, and was a World War I veteran. Interment was at Sweet Canaan Cemetery.

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HATLEY, Isaac W.
DOVER, ARKANSAS: Isaac W. Hatley died March 4, 1899. He was born February 14, 1829. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company F of the 29th North Carolina Infantry. Burial was at Gravel Hill Cemetery.

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HATLEY, Litty M.
MANILA, ARKANSAS: Litty Mae Hatley, 78, passed away July 3, 2001. She was the daughter of the late Brooks and Mary Frances Dillard Gray. She was a retired factory worker, and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by four daughters, Frances Burke and Irene Lopez, both of Chicago, Evelyn Smith of Tinley Park, IL, and Joann Hatley of Manila; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Edward Hatley; her parents; two sons, Billy Hatley and Bobby Hatley; a daughter, Catherine Hatley; four brothers; and two sisters. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cobb Funeral Home.

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HATLEY, Mattie
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Mattie Hatley, 74, died April 24, 2008. She was born June 2, 1933 to Caroline Phifer Jackson and Ad Atkinson. She retired from Ouachita Baptist University, and was a member of Christ Temple Holiness USA Church. She also worked as a private sitter and housekeeper, and was a volunteer for the Area Agency on Aging. In 1996, she was named Volunteer of the Year. She enjoyed fishing and cooking. She is survived by her nieces and nephews; her great-nieces and great-nephews; a great-great nephew; her cousins; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Ophelia Thomas, Mary Page, Virginia Atkinson, Emma Gray, and Annie Mae Atkinson; and her brothers, Joe Mays, Sonny Jackson, Robert Jones, and Booker T. Jones. Services were held at St. Paul AME Church. Interment was at Ronaoke Cemetery near Gurdon, AR under the direction of Williams Funeral Home.

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HATTENHAUER, Walsie
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Walsie Arbelle Davis Hattenhauer, 78, died January 22, 2003. She was a homemaker, and attended the Berryville Fellowship Christian Church. She was born June 29, 1924 to Henry Theodore and Mary Lena Ficht Davis. She is survived by her husband, Robert Gene Hattenhauer; a son and daughter-in-law, Albert and Kathy Nichols of Ozark, Arkansas; three sisters, Dixie Snow and Eunice Sixkiller both of Ozark, and Tilda Reeder of Tucson, Arizona; two brothers, Arthur Davis and Willie Davis, both of Ozark; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Verma Jean Garner; a grandson, Michael Nichols; two brothers, Barney Davis and Archie Davis; and a sister, Daisy Davis. Interment was at Pension Mountain Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Service.

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HATTON, Jessie J.
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: Deacon Jessie James Hatton Sr., 61, died January 4, 2004. He was a member of King Solomon Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Clara J. Hatton; his sons, Derrick Bryant of Lonoke, Maurice Hatton of Tulsa, OK, and Jessie J. Hatton, Jr. of Horn Lake, MS; his daughters, Kathy A. Hatton and Rosie C. Gooden, both of Lonoke; his brothers, Tom Hatton of North Little Rock, Joseph Hatton of Chicago, and Curtis Hatton of Little Rock; his sisters, Rosie Lee Hatton of England, Martha Bizzell of Little Rock, Inez Mays and Dorothy McClain, both of Lonoke, and Jewell Bogard of Jacksonville. Services were held at King Solomon Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Wilson-Calhoun Funeral Home.

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HAUGHN, Tollie V.
MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Tollie Victor Haughn, 91, died December 31, 2002. He was born April 29, 1912 to Joseph N. and Laura R. Foster Haughn. He worked in agriculture, and was also a carpenter. He worked on the construction of Bull Shoals Dam. He attended the First Assembly of God Church, and enjoyed hunting. He is survived by a daughter, Erceil Haughn of Mountain Home; a brother, Harlen (Culen) Haughn of West Plains, MO; two sisters, Velma (Lloyd) Stockton of Woodland, CA, and OlgaLu Berg of Bentonville, AR; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gracie Baker Haughn; his parents; a brother, Roy Haughn; and a sister, Olivia Haughn. Services were held at the First Assembly of God. Interment was at Deweytown Cemetery near Elizabeth, AR under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.

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HAUGLAND, Linnie
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Linnie Dunn Haugland, 103, died February 3, 1998. She was born March 30, 1894 to Columbus and Lillie Phillips Goldman. She is survived by two daughters, Lelah Eulitt Schwartz of Lincoln, and Lillian Inola Mount of La Puente, CA; a sister, Clara I. Mattox of Fayetteville; 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 36 great-great grandchildren. Services were hald at Evansville Community Church with Rev. Milton Davis officiating. Burial was at Academy Cemetery in Evansville under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, AR.

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HAUMAN, Florence Maples
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Florence Alma Hauman, 67, died August 18, 1991. She was born October 8, 1924 to William and Mattie Riley Maples. She is survived by two brothers, Marion Maples and Wilburn Maples; a sister, Selma Mensch; and several nieces and nephews. Interment was at the Lincoln Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HAVARD, Huey
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Union County Sheriff Huey Havard, 63, died on June 23, 2002 following a long struggle with liver cancer. He began his career in law enforcement in 1963 as a patrolman for the El Dorado Police Department, and was named Officer of the Year in 1973. He was the Sheriff for nearly a decade. His funeral was held at St. Mark United Methodist Church in El Dorado.

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HAWKINS, Dorothy
FAIRFIELD BAY, ARKANSAS: Dorothy "Deb" Hawkins, 74, died December 3, 2003. She was a former resident of Sherwood, where she was the retired owner of Hawkins Title Co. She was a member of the Sherwood Bridge Club, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and the Fairfield Bay VFW. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Hawkins of Sherwood; a son, Ralph Hawkins III of Hot Springs; a sister, Elizabeth Edwards of St. Petersburg, FL; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Hawkins. Services were held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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HAWKINS, Harvey
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Harvey Hawkins died on January 12, 1963. He was born on March 30, 1887. He was a World War I veteran, having served with the Medical Detachment, 512th Engineer Service Battalion. Interment was at Beech Hill Cemetery in Union County.

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HAWKINS, Mae E.
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Mae Elenor Hawkins, 95, died December 27, 2002. She was born March 4, 1907 to the late George William and Margaret Ann Buford Bushey. She attended Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Palmyra, AR. There are no immediate survivors. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Hawkins. Services were held at Griffin Funeral Service in Star City with Onas Gray officiating. Burial was at Leek Cemetery.

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HAWKS, Lena
POCAHONTAS, ARKANSAS: Lena Elizabeth Hawks, 95, died August 9, 2007 at the Walnut Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born January 16, 1912 in Maynard to John and Mozella Woodall Dees. Survivors include a son, Willard Kincade of Pocahontas; 7 grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Hawks; and a son, Glen Ray "Buckwheat" Kincade. Interment was at Lawrence Memorial Park in Walnut Ridge with arrangements by McNabb Funeral Home.

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HAWLEY, John R.
GRIFFITHVILLE, ARKANSAS: John Ralph Hawley died October 14, 1942. He was born January 4, 1925 to John A. and Stella Hawley. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was killed in action. Burial was at Belcher Cemetery.

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HAWTHORNE, Zona Faye
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Zona Faye Hawthorne, 76, died October 25, 2008. She was born July 1, 1932. She is survived by two daughters, Linda Brooks of Fort Smith, and Lisa Green of Texarkana, TX; two sons, Michael Hawthorne and Lee Hawthorne, both of Texarkana, AR; 6 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Hawthorne. Burial was at Columbus Cemetery with arrangements handled by Texarkana Funeral Home.

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HAYCRAFT, Virginia
GREERS FERRY, ARKANSAS: Virginia Dare Haycraft, 84, died November 25, 2006. She was born October 19, 1922 to William Jackson and Lillie Regley Jackson. She worked as a seamstress, store clerk, and bookkeeper. She attended West Side Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Leon Haycraft; a son, Gary Haycraft of Searcy; a daughter, Patricia Furr of Florida; 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister. Services were held at West Side Baptist Church. Burial was at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock under the direction of Olmstead Funeral Home.

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HAYDEN, Wanda A.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Wanda Aleene "Vicky" Hayden, 17, died September 29, 1950 as a result of injuries sustained in a fire. She was born April 21, 1933 to George and Mary James Jackson. Interment was at Brashears Cemetery with arrangements handled by Nelson's Mortuary of Fayetteville.

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HAYES, Sophronia
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Sophronia "Sophie" Maxine Hayes, 91, died October 9, 1996. She was born March 18, 1905 to Charles B. and Elsie Lee Cornwall. She was a Baptist. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was the widow of Charles Horace Hayes. She is survived by a daughter, Sandra Lee Hughes; two sons, Gene C. Hayes and Charles R. Hayes; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Smith and Kernke Funeral Home.

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HAYES, Warren
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Warren Hayes, 62, died July 19, 2005. Survivors include a son, Eric Hayes of Chicago, IL; a sister, Doris Wright of Morrilton; and a special friend, Gloria Jones of North Little Rock. Arrangements were handled by Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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HAYGOOD, Matilda
AMITY, ARKANSAS: Matilda P. Haygood died July 8, 1874. She was born March 19, 1809, and was survived by her husband, W.B. Haygood. Interment was at Millcreek Cemetery.

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HAYMAN, Maggie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Funeral services for Maggie Hayman were held September 3, 1945 at Wesley Chapel Church. Burial was at Haven of Rest Cemetery under the direction of Hubble Brothers Funeral Home.

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HAYMAN, Shirley
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Shirley Robertson Hayman, 88, died July 20, 2007. She was born August 4, 1918. She was a retired beautician, and attended Trinity Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Tony Marvin and Jeannine Hayman of Houston, and Bobby Daryl and Debra K. Hayman of Mansura, LA; a daughter, Barbara Ann Hagar of Montgomery; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Hayman. Services were held at the Texarkana Funeral Home with Rev. Wallace Edgar officiating. Burial was at Sylverino Cemetery.

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HAYNES, Delsie
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Delsie Faye Haynes died December 28, 2006. She was born October 5, 1941 to the late Fred and Josie Beaver Kirby. She was a retired factory worker, and was a Baptist. She is survived by her husband, Earl Haynes; two sons, James Haynes of Jonesboro, and Melvin Lee Haynes of Trumann; three sisters, Katie John and Carolyn Jackson of Corning and Maye Cummins of Aberdeen, WA; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Melvin Haynes; a daughter, Carolyn Mullins; two sisters; two brothers; and her parents. Services were held at the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Kimery officiating. Burial was at Harrisburg Memorial Park Cemetery.

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HAYNES, J.M.
HEMPSTEAD COUNTY, ARKANSAS: J.M. Haynes, a Civil War veteran, died on July 19, 1926. He was born on December 5, 1837. He served with Company D of Monroe's Arkansas Troops. Interment was at the Ozan Cemetery in Hempstead County.

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HAYNIE, Ingram T.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Ingram T. Haynie, 94, died November 13, 1993. He retired from the VA Hospital in Little Rock, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a Methodist. He is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Heisman of Nashville, TN; 9 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Edgewood Cemetery in North Little Rock under the direction of Cabot Funeral Home.

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HAYNIE, Virgil
MABELVALE, ARKANSAS: Virgil Donaghy Haynie, 75, died June 12, 2003. He was born August 9, 1927 in Judsonia, AR to the late John Henry and Mary Virginia Williams Haynie. He worked in the commercial laundry industry for 30 years, and attended the First Missionary Baptist Church of Mabelvale. He was a Mason. Survivors include a son, Dennis Haynie (Kathey) of Benton; a sister, Arbelle Morrison of Sandy, OR; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Helen Crutchfield Haynie. Services were held at Indian Springs Baptist Church in Bryant. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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HAYS, Edna
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Edna Hays, 81, died December 28, 1983 at a Fayetteville nursing home. Survivors include her husband, Hise Hays; a son, Billy Hays of Fort Smith; two daughters, Mrs. Marlyn Barron and Mrs. Elaine Cacie, both of Colorado; and nine siblings. Interment was at Stuckey Cemetery. Note: One record states that burial was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery; another lists her date of birth as February 9, 1902 and her husband's name as Elijah.

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HAYS, Lillie
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Lillie E. Hays, 93, died July 26, 2006. She was the daughter of the late Charles Franklin and Qualie Lucy Hooten Guthrie. She attended the Crossroads Assembly of God Church, and was a longtime member of a bowling league. She is survived by a daughter, Jurine Roberts of Clarksville; three sons, Ralph C. Adams of Hartman, James G. Hays of Russellville, and Mel Hays of Fayetteville; 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ephus James Hays. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Hardwicke Funeral Home.

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HAYS, Mazola Dedrick
HUMPHREY, ARKANSAS: Mazola Dedrick Hays, 80, died January 13, 2002. She was born September 11, 1921 to the late Eddie Dedrick, Sr. and Emma Robinson Thomas. She attended the First Baptist Church of Humphrey, where she served as an usher, Sunday School teacher, chairman of the programs committee, and on the missionary board. She was a nurse's aide at the Stuttgart Hospital. She is survived by two sons, Levertus Hays, Jr. of Humphrey and Claudie Combs of Guam; two daughters, Joyce Caruthers of Kansas City, Missouri, and Opal Whitehead of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Ruthie Driver and Mildrie Williams, both of Humphrey; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Boyd officiating. Burial was at Lone Tree Cemetery in Stuttgart under the direction of Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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HAZESLIP, Louise Castile
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Louise Castile Hazeslip, 71, died June 16, 2006. She was born August 20, 1934 to the late Melton and Lillie McCain Castile. She is survived by three brothers, Albert Castile of Furlow, Joe Castile of Vidor, TX, and Eddie Castile of Vidor, TX; four sisters; Lois Seigrist of Vidor, TX, Susie Irvin of Jacksonville, Rose Seigrist of Cabot, and Mary Lewis of Vidor, TX; and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Felix Hazeslip; infant twin children, Evon and Leon; and a brother, Jimmy Lee Castile. Interment was at Mountain Springs Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Cabot Funeral Home.

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HEAD, Harvey F.
SULPHUR CITY, ARKANSAS: Harvey F. Head died August 20, 1923. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company D of the 1st Arkansas Cavalry. Burial was at Reese Cemetery.

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HEAD, Polly
WYNNE, ARKANSAS: Pauline "Polly" Head, 86, died December 24, 2007. She is survived by two sons, R.D. Head of Wynne and Ronald T. Head of Lonoke; a daughter, Angela Head of Las Vegas, NV; four sisters, Myrtle Montgomery of Missouri, Mary Alice Wilson of Stewart, TN, Bessie Douglas of Stewart, TN, and Virginia Stettz of Memphis, TN; and 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Atkins Cemetery in Vanndale under the direction of Kernodle Funeral Home.

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HEARD, J. Paul
NEWPORT, ARKANSAS: J. Paul Heard, 88, died Monday, July 3, 2006. He was the owner of Paul's Dixie Queen. He also served as the Newport City Clerk and Municipal Court Clerk until his retirement. He was a veteran of World War II, and attended the First Presbyterian Church of Newport. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Jimmie Carpenter Heard of Newport; a son, James R. "Bob" Heard of Sherwood; a brother, William Heard, Sr. of Sherwood; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Services were held July 7 at the First Presbyterian Church. Interment was at Walnut Grove Cemetery.

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HEARN, Beulah Johnson
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Beulah Ruth Johnson Hearn, 94, died December 30, 2008. She was born September 15, 1914 to Will Johnson and Francis Reed Johnson. She and her late husband operated a restaurant in downtown Little Rock, and she served as a deaconess at her church. She is survived by several nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph "Bill" Hearn; her parents; a sister, Flora Tate; and a brother, Grafton Johnson. Burial was at Gravel Ridge Cemetery in Hermitage, AR under the direction of Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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HEARNSBERGER, Virginia Miles
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Virginia Miles Hearnsberger, 77, died January 10, 2002. She was born July 17, 1924 to the late Otis Miles and Madie Fletcher Miles. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Fordyce. She is survived by a son, Sammy Hearnsberger of Fairhope, AL; two daughters, Melanie McClain of Hot Springs and Amy Tatum of Memphis, TN; three sisters, Patsy Darling of Crossett, Wanda Bell of Fairhope, and Daisy Lamb of Little Rock; and 11 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Byron Gray "Sam" Hearnsberger; a son, James Otis Hearnsberger; a brother, Bill Miles; and a sister, Myra Easterling. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Fordyce. Burial was at Chambersville Cemetery with arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce, AR.

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HEATH, Fran
NEWPORT, ARKANSAS: Fran Heath, 70, died September 29, 2007. Survivors include a brother, Kenneth Heath of Searcy; six sisters, Berniece Horton of Ash Flat, Beatrice Tulledge of Mishaka, IN, Deane Fortenberry of Newport, Kathy Williams of Poplar Bluff, MO, Barbara Williams of Batesville, and Linda Brinsfield of Newport; and several nephews and nieces. Services were held in the chapel of Jackson's Newport Funeral Home with Mr. Llano Robinson officiating. Interment was at Gracelawn Cemetery.

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HEATHCOCK, Truman Virgil
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Truman Virgil Heathcock, 86, died September 8, 2008. He was born June 15, 1922 to Bennie Edgar and Veda Elizabeth Petty Heathcock. He was a retired boiler operator for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and was a U.S. Army and Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of the First Assembly of God in North Little Rock. He is survived by his wife, Nina Jean Voss Heathcock; a daughter, Jeannie Smith; three sons, Allen Heathcock, Roy Heathcock and Joseph Heathcock; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Assembly of God. Interment was at the State Veterans' Cemetery in North Little Rock with arrangements by Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home.

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HEAVENER, Gertrude Lue
DES ARC, ARKANSAS: Gertrude Lue Heavener, 93, died May 5, 2009. She was born May 1, 1916 to George William and Francis Elizabeth Williams Fetters. She is survived by three sons, Gerald Leroy Heavener and wife Ruby, Charles Kay Heavener and wife Jan, and William Henry Heavener and wife Betty; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and four brothers. Burial was at Lakeside Cemetery with arrangements by Garth Funeral Home.

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HECKATHORN, Gilford
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Gilford L. Heckathorn, 93, died February 27, 2008. He was born January 6, 1915 in Mountain View, MO to Leonard and Agnes Heckathorn. He operated Fayetteville Self Service Storage for over 33 years, and was also a general contractor for 36 years. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, and attended First Church of the Nazarene. He was a former president of the Golden Eagle Lodge #108 in Fort Smith. Survivors include two sons, Jack L. Heckathorn and Don L. Heckathorn, both of Fayetteville; a daughter-in-law, Janet Heckathorn; two sisters, Zelda Carson of Fort Smith, and Neda Moore of Farmington; a brother, Virgil Heckathorn of Kansas City, MO; and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gussie C. Heckathorn. Interment was at Farmington Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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HEDGE, Ben Burl
GRANNIS, ARKANSAS: Ben Burl Hedge, 69, died January 28, 2008. He was born June 19, 1938 to Grady and Lillie Lambert Hedge. He was a rancher and a building contractor. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, building toys, gunsmithing, and collecting tractors and guns. He attended the Church of the Nazarene at Wickes. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Betty Stewart Hedge; a son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Marcie Hedge of De Queen; a daughter and son-in-law, Tracy and Andy Youngblood of Grannis; two half- sisters, Betty Hedge and Terry Hill, both of Roseburg, OR; 5 grandchildren; a special brother-in-law, Bill and his wife, Pat Stewart of Grannis; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Loretta Hedge and Carol Riley; a brother, Jackie Hedge; and a half-sister, Kathy Hedge. Services were held at the Church of the Nazarene. Burial was at Baker Cemetery with arrangements by Chandler Funeral Home.

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HEFFNER, Elva
AUSTIN, ARKANSAS: Elva A. Heffner, 74, died June 13, 1988. She retired from the Jacksonville Ordinance Plant, and was a Baptist. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Lottie Burgess and Mrs. Maggie Dennis, both of Cabot. Services were held at Mount Carmel Baptist Church. Burial was at Mount Carmel Cemetery by W.L. Westbrook Funeral Home of Beebe, AR.

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HEFLEY, Wilta May
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Wilta May "Wink" Hefley, 67, died July 31, 2009. She was born June 29, 1942 to the late Buck and Mabel Robinson Hefley. She is survived by two sons, Nick Creason of Oregon and Kevin Creason of New Mexico; a daughter, Dara Dressel of Festus, MO; and other relatives and friends. Cremation arrangements were handled by Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.

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HEFNER, Enid
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Enid E. Hefner, 91, died July 28, 2007. She was born September 15, 1915 to the late Marshall Watson and Hazel Kingsley Watson. She attended Pleasant Grove Friendship Church. Survivors include a son, Velmon Watson; a daughter, Paula Smith; a brother, William Watson, Jr.; a sister, Marie Saunders; 9 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Hefner; and by a son, Willis Hefner. Services were held at Pleasant Grove Friendship Church. Interment was at Pleasant Grove Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HEGGEN, Donald
BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS: Donald L. Heggen, 83, died November 22, 2006 at Regency Hospital in Springdale. He was born January 8, 1923 in Ames, IA to Theodore B. and Fannie Eperson Heggen. He retired from Triple "F", Inc. with 25 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the VFW, and was a former member of the Rotary Club. He enjoyed golf. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Heggen; two daughters, Janet Heggen and Patricia Cole, both of Bella Vista; a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas J. and Vicki Heggen of Leesburg, VA; a brother and sister-in-law, Theodore and Emerald Heggen of Las Cruces, NM; 6 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery by Bella Vista Funeral Home.

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HEGLER, Eve
BEARDEN, ARKANSAS: Eve Victoria Hegler, 81, died July 6, 2000. She was born February 25, 1919. She was a retired teacher for the Bearden Public Schools. She is survived by her husband, Floyd Hegler; a son, Anthony Thrower of Columbia, MO; a stepdaughter, Mary K. Thrower of Columbia; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at F.O. Jones Auditorium with the Rev. W.R. Coleman officiating. Burial was at Macedonia Cemetery with arrangements by Williams Funeral Home of Camden, AR.

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HEIDENREICH, Robert
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Robert E. Heidenreich, 58, died July 9, 1977 at the Veterans' Hospital in Fayetteville. He was born March 1, 1919 in Pittsburgh, PA to Emil and Margaret Newman Heidenreich. He retired from the U.S. Air Force, and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a Catholic. Survivors include his mother, of Pittsburgh; and a sister, Ethel Anderson of Allison Park, PA. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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HEIKKILA, Ken
WARD, ARKANSAS: Ken Heikkila, 65, died December 23, 2009. He was a carpenter foreman with the Pulaski County School District. He was a volunteer firefighter in Ward, and also served as crew chief of the statue tour crew for the Arkansas Fallen Firefighters' Memorial. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Susan Heikkila; his parents, E.J. and Mary Heikkila of Cincinnati, OH; and a brother, Philip Heikkila of Cincinnati. Interment was at the Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery by Westbrook Funeral Home.

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HEISTER, Hubert
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Hubert Heister, 69, died December 3, 2006. He retired from the Whirlpool Corporation in Fort Smith. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and was active with Alma Little League Football. He attended New Vision Worship Center in Van Buren. Survivors include two sons, Brad Heister and his wife, Tammie of Dyer, AR and Scott Heister of Alma, AR; four sisters, Alberta Waller of Bernard, IA, Shirley Gartman of Maquoketa, IA, Marie Kline of Sheryl, IA, and Mary Nelson of Delmar, IA; four brothers, Roger Heister of Maquoketa, IA, Bill Heister of Donna, TX, Morgan Heister of Central City, IA, and Dick Heister of Desoto, MO; and 9 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joette Heister. Interment was at Gill Cemetery in Van Buren with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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HELKER, Barbara Ann
HARTFORD, ARKANSAS: Barbara Ann Helker, 73, died December 14, 2006. She attended the Mansfield First Baptist Church. She is survived by four brothers, Jimmy Wooten of Shreveport, LA, Dewey Max Wooten of Riverside, CA, and Eddie Joe Wooten and Ronnie Wooten, both of Mansfield. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Helker; a brother, Rex Wooten; a sister, Beryl Jean Key; and her parents. Services were held at the Mansfield First Baptist Church. Interment was at Coop Prairie Cemetery with arrangements by Martin Funeral Home.

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HELM, Vermell Cook
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Vermell Evelyn Cook Helm, 94, died October 3, 2006. She was born January 7, 1912 to Luther Alvin Cook and Nellie Lee Hudman Cook. She attended Adkins Memorial United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Jackie Wendell Dawson and his wife, Carolyn, of Malvern and Jacob Helm and his wife, Dianne, of Bismarck; two daughters, Mary Jo Parish and her husband, I.J., of Midway and Wanda Kliensasser and her husband, Ken, of Klamouth Falls, Ore.; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin L. Helm; a son, Charles A. Helm; three sisters, Violet Huff, Gladys Huff and Alice Malcom; and two brothers, A.B. Cook and Bill Cook. Interment was at Social Hill Cemetery under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home.

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HELMS, Garmon
CROSS ROADS, ARKANSAS: Garmon Helms died May 3, 1904. He was born February 2, 1821. He fought in the Mexican War and served with Company E, 4th Tennessee Infantry. Burial was at Piney Cemetery in Little River County, AR.

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HEMPHILL, Grover E.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Grover E. Hemphill, Jr., 77, died November 27, 2002. He was born January 11, 1925 in Little Rock to the late George E. Hemphill, Sr. and Lillian Ida Stone Hemphill. He was a retired financial auditor at Arkansas Power and Light with 35 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He graduated from Baylor University. He was a Mason and a member of the Little Rock Consistory, and attended Immanuel Baptist Church. Services were held at Immanuel Baptist Church. Interment was at Roselawn Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.

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HENBEST, Blonnie
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Blonnie Henbest, 83, died July 8, 1997. She was born July 23, 1913 to W.V. and Ollie Land. She was a former employee of the University of Arkansas. She attended the United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed watching sports, baking, and crocheting. She is survived by four sons, Derry Henbest, Jerry Henbest, Garry Henbest, and Larry Henbest; and two sisters. She had 9 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Henbest. Services were held at the United Methodist Church of Fayetteville. Interment was at Fairview Memorial Gardens.

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HENDERSON, Harvie J.
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Harvie J. Henderson, 88, died February 1, 2007. He was born April 16, 1918 to John M. and Tennie Burks Henderson. He is survived by his wife, Clara Lois Henderson; and a brother, Harlie Henderson of Buttermilk. Interment was at Tate Cemetery with arrangements by Lemley Funeral Service.

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HENDERSON, J.O.
BOONEVILLE, ARKANSAS: J.O. "Cap" Henderson, 56, died July 9, 1958. He was survived by his wife, Martha Lowrey Henderson; and a sister, Mrs. Ed Well of Booneville. Services were held at Roberts Memorial Chapel, with interment at Carolan Cemetery.

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HENDERSON, James R.
AUGUSTA, ARKANSAS: James R. Henderson died November 11, 1885. He was born June 29, 1833. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company C of the 37th Arkansas Infantry. Interment was at the Augusta Cemetery.

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HENDERSON, Jesse L., Jr.
DERMOTT, ARKANSAS: Jesse L. Henderson Jr., 84, died May 2, 2005. He was born August 20, 1920 to the late Jesse Henderson, Sr. and Reola James. He sang with the Community Singers for over 45 years. Among the survivors are eight stepsons, Jimmie Lee Turnage, George Applegate and Michael Applegate, all of Chicago, Otis C. Applegate of Memphis, Earnest Applegate of Little Rock, Zethro Applegate of Conway, William Applegate of Jonesboro and David Applegate of Milwaukee; three stepdaughters, Dorothy Mitchell and Lucinda Jiles, both of Milwaukee, and Patricia Applegate of Sherwood; a brother, Carrol Henderson of Tacoma, WA; and a sister, Sarah Phillip of Tacoma. Services were held at Ash Street Missionary Baptist Church in Dermott with the Rev. Cedric Hawkins officiating. Burial was at Little Zion Cemetery in Baxter with arrangements by Davis Strickland Funeral Home.

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HENDERSON, Olive Nevada
WEST HELENA, ARKANSAS: Olive Nevada Henderson, 98, died October 3, 2006. Survivors include her children, Henry Henderson of Aransas Pass, TX, Bonnie Brown of Carlisle, Virginia Sapp of Chicago, IL, Donnie and Bill Manning of West Helena, Wilma George of Hazelhurst, MS, Slick Henderson and Sandy Eschete of Thibodaux, LA, Helen Smith of Stuttgart, AR, Bobbie and Bob Chisnall of Lexa, Marie and Bill Copeland of Lexa, and Mary Henderson of West Helena; a daughter-in-law, Faye Henderson; 36 grandchildren; 79 great-grandchildren; and 49 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Olien Henderson; a son, Rudolph Henderson; and a daughter, Louise Henderson. Burial was at Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Hone.

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HENDRIX, Earnest L.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Earnest L. Hendrix, 78, died March 29, 2007. He was born February 28, 1929 to the late John and Laura Wright Hendrix. He retired from Windsor Door Company after over thirty years of service. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Kathryn Wilcox Hendrix; two sons, Michael Hendrix and wife Nancy, and Randy Hendrix and wife Jeanine, all of Sheridan; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, followed by interment at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

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HENDRIX, Martha J.
KEISER, ARKANSAS: Martha Jane Hendrix, 83, died January 11, 2003. She was a retired factory worker, and a member of Keiser Chapel. Survivors include a son, Roy Hendrix of Keiser; three daughters, Shirley Britton of Manila, Frances Mitchell of Mountain Home, and Norma Anderson of Keiser; 16 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Wilson Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Weather officiating. Interment was at Mississippi County Memorial Gardens in Osceola, AR.

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HENLEY, Burl M.
LAWRENCE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Burl Henley died January 4, 1914. He was born December 25, 1813. Burial was at Jenkins Cemetery near Portia, AR.

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HENLEY, Rex C.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Rex Carthel Henley, 79, died January 4, 2007. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and was a Mason. He retired from Franklin Electric and Parts Warehouse. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Billie Jo Collins Henley; a brother, Pete Gianaris of Kansas; his mother-in-law, Cleo Collins of Cabot; a sister-in-law (his wife's twin sister), Bobbie Ann Buck; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, William F. and Ethel Lovell Henley; and two sisters, Ethel Wickett and Thelma Plemmons. Burial was at Chapel Hill Memorial Park in Jacksonville under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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HENRICHS, Robert L.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Robert "Fats" L. Henrichs, 67, died January 12, 2005. He was a retired truck driver for Arkansas Electric in Little Rock after 27 plus years. He also served in the United States Air Force. Survivors include his wife Sue Witcher Henrichs of the home; sons Bobby Henrichs of Jacksonville and Carl "Hound" Henrichs of Cabot; daughters Beverly "Susie" Cain and Carmen Kirtley of Ward; nine grandchildren; mother Margaret Henrichs; brothers Duane Henrichs and Butch Henrichs; sisters Nancy Walsh and Susie Briggs all of Wisconsin. Services were held at Old Austin Baptist Church with Pastors Mark Martin and Larry Monroe officiating. Interment followed at Old Austin Cemetery with arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service.

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HENRICI, William
BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS: William C. Henrici, 83, died June 30, 2005 at his residence. He was born August 24, 1921 in Kansas City, MO to Herbert and Evelyn Kone Henrici. He was an architect and a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Forces. He was a member of the New Orleans chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the Pilgrim Rock Masonic Lodge, the Nomad Shine Club, Shrine Hospitals, the American Legion, the Bella Vista Repeaters Group, Sigma Phi Epsilon, and St. Theodore's Episcopal Church. He is survived by his wife, Holice Hoshall Henrici; a son, Bruce E. Henrici of Sugar Land, TX; a daughter, Jane H. Koch of Memphis; a sister, Elizabeth H. Foreman of Dallas; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Theodore's Episcopal Church. Inurnment was at St. Theodore's Episcopal Church Columbarium with arrangements by Stockdale Funeral Services.

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HENRY, Acey
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Acey Henry, 92, died May 9, 2002. Services were held at Trinity Grove Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Premier Funeral Home.

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HENRY, Balboa
MARSHALL, ARKANSAS: Balboa Henry, 88, passed away January 10, 2005. He was born January 25, 1916 to Greenberry and Cordelia Tilley Henry. He was an Army veteran of World War II, and attended Walnut Grove Church. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Nettie Nichols Henry; a daughter, Barbara Martin of Marshall; 5 grandchldren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Roller Coffman Chapel in Marshall with Luther Branscum officiating. Burial was at East Lawn Cemetery.

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HENRY, Evond
MONTROSE, ARKANSAS: Evond Henry, 66, died December 8, 2004. He was born December 18, 1937 to the late Julius M.B. Henry and Francella King. Survivors include three sons, Evond Henry Jr., Raymond Henry and Billy Henry, all of Little Rock; three daughters, Wanda Lee, Debra Vinson and Ruth Henry, all of Little Rock; two sisters, Pearline Leggins and Maggie Blanchard, both of Oakland, Calif.; 24 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Dermott, with Rev. Jessie L. Courtney officiating. Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery at Boydell under the direction of Davis Strickland Funeral Home of Dermott, AR.

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HENRY, Ruth E.
BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS: Ruth E. Trimm Henry, 80, died March 10, 1996. She was born July 12, 1915 to Maude and William Trimm. She formerly worked for Murray Drug Stores, and was also a retired bus driver for the Benton County Schools. She enjoyed fishing and doll-making. She was the widow of Sam Henry. She is survived by a son, Bill Henry; a daughter, Delores Oliver; a brother, Rex Trimm; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; 4 brothers; and 4 sisters. Interment was at Bella Vista Cemetery under the direction of Bella Vista Funeral Home.

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HENRY, Samella
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Samella Henry, 81, died June 11, 2003. She was born February 3, 1922 to the late Jonah and Ellen Hicks. She was a homemaker, and attended Bethel Independent Church at Gurdon. She is survived by her husband, John Henry; six sons, Willie Henry and Booker Henry of Phoenix, Ariz., Jasper Henry of Dallas, Texas, Dorsey Henry and Johnny Henry of Gurdon and Jeffery Henry of Hope; eight daughters, Florine Owens of Riverside, Calif., Johnella Thompson of San Francisco, Calif., Maeva Herbert and Ruth Pruitt of Vallejo, Calif., Floreda Brisco of Gurdon, Dale Roberts of Oakland, Calif., Vada Miller of Las Vegas, Nev., and Lesa Browning of Shreveport, La.; four sisters; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church of Gurdon with Rev. Daniel Flemons officiating. Burial was at Rose Hedge Cemetery with arrangements by Mitchell Funeral Home.

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HENRY, Trey E.
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Staff Sergeant Trey E. Henry, 25, died February 25, 2009. He was born December 18, 1983. He served two tours of duty in Iraq with the Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife, Rocksana Tyler Henry; a son, Gage Henry; his parents, Ed and Francis Henry of Moreland; a brother, Corporal J.T. Henry of Moreland; three sisters, Windy Henry, Cassie A. Henry, and Nichole L. Henry; his grandmother, Nelda Fosmore; a special aunt and uncle, Frank and Laura Cheshire; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James Edward Henry, and Thomas James and Oleta G. Metz; and a cousin, George G. Metz. Burial with military honors was at the Atkins City Cemetery under the direction of Lemley Funeral Home.

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HENSLEY, Audrey
BEE BRANCH, ARKANSAS: Audrey H. Hensley, 83, died November 27, 2005. She was born February 19, 1922 to Authur and Maude Thomason. She is survived by her children, Barbara Howard, Diane Hutto, James, Ricky, Dennis, Gary and David Cossey; two brothers, Gerald D. and Carl Thomason; 18 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Interment was at Pine Mountain Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HENSON, Rev. James M., Jr.
MABLEVALE, ARKANSAS: Rev. James Madison Henson, Jr., 57, died December 23, 2001. Survivors include his wife, Lola Henson; a daughter, Annette M. Luke of Los Angeles, CA; a son, Aqueel Qadree of Las Vegas, NV; and two stepdaughters, Brandy Clements of Marietta, GA, and Monica Gray of Powder Springs, GA. He was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Petra McElwaine. Services were held at St. Mark Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Premier Funeral Home.

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HERLEIN, Phillip
HELENA, ARKANSAS: Phillip C. "Duke" Herlein died April 3, 2012. He was born September 4, 1923 in Memphis, TN to Philip C. Herlein, Sr. and Ethel Schneider Herlein. He was president of Helena Electric Company for 40 years, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a graduate of Subiaco Academy, and had attended Arkansas Tech University. He was of the Catholic faith, and a member of the Knights Of Columbus. He was an Arkansas Razorback Wild Hog scholarship donor and a Razorback fan. He enjoyed hunting, golf and dancing. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Mary Beth Davenport Herlein; his children, Philip C. "Chuck" Herlein III of Marion, Peggy Sims (Jim) of Blytheville, Phyllis "Philly" Rains of Harrison, and Mary Beth Dyer (Everett) of Clarendon; a brother, Eddie of Cherokee Village; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HERLEVIC, Frank
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Frank Anthony Herlevic died August 4, 1944. He was a World War II casualty. He was born February 22, 1913 to Mr. and Mrs. Anton Herlevic. He was a sergeant in the Army Air Corps. He had a brother, Pete J. Herlevic, who preceded him in death, having died in North Africa. Burial was at Hogue Cemetery. Note: One record lists his death as having been in 1943.

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HERMAN, Michael A.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Michael A. Herman died June 7, 2007. He was born June 22, 1956. He owned the M.A.H. Appraisal Service, and served as a missle recon specialist with the U.S. Army. He was a Denver Broncos fan, and enjoyed traveling. Survivors include his wife, Johnnie Davis Herman; his parents, Kirke and Pearl Herman; his stepchildren, Stella Henry and Chris Williams; a sister, Debra Herman Buggs; his brothers, Kirke "Rocky" Herman, Jr. and Alex "Tank" Herman; two grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Alex and Inez Herman, and Inez Coleman Lemay. Services were held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Little Rock with arrangements by Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home.

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HERMES, Annie
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Annie Pearl Everette Hermes, 64, died February 28, 2008. She was born April 10, 1943 to the late J.C. and Violet Lucille Phillips Everette. She enjoyed crocheting. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Charles; a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Earl Brown of Mayflower; two sisters, Barbara James of Oklahoma City, OK, and Pquieta Wilkins of White Hall, AR; 4 grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Michael Hermes; a sister, Frances Everette; and a brother Calvin Everette. Interment was at Crestlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HERPICH, Geraldine
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, ARKANSAS: Geraldine "Gerry" Herpich, 91, died May 1, 2009 at her resdience. She was born February 18, 1918 in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Margaret Kane Hivon. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and enjoyed golf. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Richard Herpich; a daughter, Ann (Russ) Tarrant of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; two sons, Bill Herpich of Novi, MI, and Richard Herpich (Debbie) of Orchard Lake, MI; a sister, Marilynn "Beans" McNeil-Browne of Florida; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daugter, Mary Tiell; and her parents. Arrangements were handled by Caruth Village Funeral Home.

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HERRING, Jewel
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Jewel Lou Elkins Herring, 89, passed away April 2, 2002. She was born April 3, 1912 to Charley Harrison and Rada Lou Bain Elkins. She was the widow of J.B. Herring. She was a homemaker, and attended Immanuel Baptist Church in Pine Bluff. She was a charter member of both the Pine Bluff and Hot Springs Audubon Societies. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a sister, Pearl Robertson. Survivors include her son, Julian Herring of Hot Springs; her daughter, Sandra Ermey of Mountain Home; two brothers, Walter Elkins of Memphis, Tennessee and Elmer Elkins of Pine Bluff; five grandsons; and six great-grandchildren. Services were held in the chapel of Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Watson officiating. Burial took place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

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HERSEY, Mandy
WINCHESTER, ARKANSAS: Mandy King Hersey, 89, died August 15, 2001. She was born June 23, 1912 to the late Mr. and Mrs. John King. She was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Hersey; one sister, Mattie Perryman; one son, Virgil Hersey II; and one brother, Johnny King. Survivors include a daughter, Bertha Burton of Hot Springs; and 12 grandchildren. Services were held at Watson District Headquarters at Mitchellville with Bishop Nathaniel Burton officiating. Burial was at Caldwell Cemetery in Winchester with arrangements by Perry Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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HESS, Lester B.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Lester Boyd Hess, 63, died January 11, 1982. He was born August 5, 1918 to Clary and Lula Belle Copeland Hess. He was a route salesman, and attended the First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln. He is survived by his wife, Grace Johnson Hess; a son, Larry K. Hess; a daughter, Linda K. Hess; and 2 grandchildren. Interment was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home. Note: One record states that interment was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery, while another states Rutherford Cemetery.

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HESSELBEIN, Gladys
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Gladys Hesselbein, 91, died June 18, 2007. She was born July 2, 1915 to Cary and Martha Mitchell Kissire. She attended the South Side Church of Christ in Hot Springs. She is survived by a son, Tom Hesselbein and wife April of Little Rock; three daughters, Pat James and husband Kenneth of Fort Worth, TX, Christine Adler of Camarillo, CA, and Shirleen Eslick and husband Don of Greenwood, SC; a sister, Esta Mae Kuttle of Morrilton; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Thomas Frelion Hesselbein; a sister, Etta Bennett; and two brothers, Lloyd and Hulen Kissire. Interment was at Rockport Memorial Gardens under the direction of Regency Funeral Home.

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HESTER, Sarah M.
DRASCO, ARKANSAS: Sarah May Hester, 94, died August 18, 2003. She was born July 19, 1909 to the late Franklin Pierce and Sarah Ellen Nelson Brock. She was a homemaker, and attended the Drasco General Baptist Church. Survivors include a son, Arnold Hester of Mountain Home; four daughters, Lavella Weldon, Georgia Ava Liles of Drasco, Euvon Pool of Cape Girardeau, MO, and Edith Patulski of Florida; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred Hester; her parents; a son, Arlie Hester; a daughter, Arvena Northrup; and two sisters, Maggie Brock and Emma Brock. Services were held at the Drasco General Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Henderson officiating. Interment was at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Olmstead Funeral Home.

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HEVRON, Dorothy
FARMINGTON, ARKANSAS: Dorothy Pauline Hevron, 89, died August 21, 2011 at her residence. She was born December 5, 1921 in Texas to Elisha Green and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Owen Holder. She was a member of the 15th Street Church of Christ in Fayetteville. She is survived by three daughters, Wilma Arlene McAdams of Winslow, and Linda Gail Long and Patricia Carol Love, both of Farmington; a son, Winford Paul Hevron of Farmington; a sister, Jennie Black of Farmington; 11 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Winford Hevron; and a son, William O. Hevron. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HEWING, James C., Sr.
TILLAR, ARKANSAS: James Charles Hewing, Sr., 59, died December 4, 2006. He was born September 1, 1947 to James Hewing and the late Ida Harris. He is survived by five sons, Wayne Hewing of Stockbridge, GA, Michael Hewing of Kansas City, MO, James Hewing, Jr. of Pine Bluff, Damon Hewing of Killeen, TX, and Lawrence Hewing of Hot Springs; a daughter, Mashell Smith of McGehee; three brothers, Theodore Hewing, Leroy Hewing and Terry Hewing, all of Reed; six sisters, Marie Smith and Bertha Miller, both of Reed, Shirley Bingham of McGehee, Ida Mae Williams of Stockton, CA, Mary H. Jordan of Sacramento, CA, and Helen Lovett of Oakland, CA; and 10 grandchildren. Services were held at Bailey Chapel Baptist Church in Tillar. Burial was at Loggy Bayou Cemetery under the direction of Davis Strickland Funeral Home of Dermott, AR.

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HEWITT, Joseph A.
JUDSONIA, ARKANSAS: Joseph A. Hewitt died March 9, 1899. He was born February 6, 1843. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company B of the 10th Illinois Infantry. He was a Mason. Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery.

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HEYDENREICH, Henry
DEER, ARKANSAS: Henry Heydenreich died August 15, 1894. He was born May 30, 1838. He was a military veteran, having served as a Sergeant Major with the 179th Pennsylvania Militia. Burial was at Deer Cemetery.

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HIBBLER, Doris
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Doris G. Hibbler, 68, died July 22, 2007. She was born June 25, 1939 to the late Otha Horn and Gracie Flannel. She is survived by four sons, John Hibbler of North Little Rock, Nathaniel Hibbler of Pine Bluff, and Joe Hibbler and Joe Brown, both of McGehee; two daughters, Talisha Hibbler and Shirley Merrill, both of Monticello; five brothers, Leo Horn and Anthony Horn, both of Little Rock, Alvertis Horn of McGehee, Winston Horn of Tampa, FL, and Thomas Horn of Winchester; four sisters, Earnestine Barnes of Reed, Joyce Railey and Patricia Sewing, both of Winchester, and Reatha Railey of Memphis, TN; 15 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. John Baptist Church in Winchester with Rev. Raymond Jenkins officiating. Burial was at Rolling Water Cemetery in Kelso under the direction of Davis Strickland Funeral Home.

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HICE, Daley Ray
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Daley Ray Hice, 82, died September 11, 2005. He was a farmer. Survivors include a daughter, Kathy Hice of Paris; two sons, Danny Ray Hice and Hershel Hice, both of Paris; four sisters, Alta Mars of Sallisaw, OK, Lorene Pennington of Subiaco; and Wilma Forst and Wanda Owen, both of Paris; three brothers, Linnie Hice of Sallisaw, OK, Velbert Hice of Van Buren, and Stanley Hice of Ratcliff; 16 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rosa Bell Holsted Hice; his wife, Edna Mae Jones Hice; a brother, Amos Wiley Hice; and 2 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Baxley Cemetery with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home.

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HICKAM, Doris
WILMAR, ARKANSAS: Doris Berryman Hickam, 93, died December 3, 2003. She was born September 12, 1910 in Drew County, AR to Grover Cleveland and Ethel Stephenson Berryman. She was a member of New Hope Assembly of God Church, where she was a Sunday School teacher and a member of the Women's Missionary Council. She is survived by two daughters, Robbie Hawkins of Bogata, TX, and Mary Bellafatto (Paul) of Naples, FL; four sons, Wilson Hickam (Nita) of Bidderford, ME, and Billy Hickam (Merle), Willard Hickam (Sue), and Floyd Hickam (Sue), all of Wilmar; a sister, Lucille White of Monticello; three brothers, Houston Berryman of Monticello, and Robert Berryman and Steve Berryman, both of Wilmar; 19 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Hickam; a daughter, Doris Carlene Peebles; her parents; two sisters, Mary Frances Berryman and Marguerite Cruce; and a brother, Grover Berryman. Burial was at Green Hill Cemetery by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home.

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HICKMAN, Donnie Lee
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Donnnie Lee Hickman, 50, died November 26, 2002. Survivors include his parents, Henry Lee Hickman, Jr. and Pauline E. Murphey; two daughters, Debra Lynn Hickman and Dana Lee Skeans; a sister, Kathy Bjork; two brothers, Michael and Jimmy Hickman; and 7 grandchildren. Interment was at Pisgah Cemetery in Pottsville under the direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home.

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HICKMAN, Hazel
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Hazel Della Hickman died June 25, 1957. Burial was at Silent Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Callison-Sisco Funeral Home.

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HICKMAN, Linnie
PARKIN, ARKANSAS: Linnie Hickman, 83, died February 26, 2010. She was a retired secretary for the Brinkley Argus newspaper, and was a teacher with the Parkin School System. She attended Parkin First Baptist Church. She was a member of the Parkin Garden Club and the Arkansas Retired Teachers' Association. Survivors include her husband, Keith Hickman; two daughters, Kay Hickman Smith of Grayslake, IL, and Clara Hickman Marotti of Marion; a son, David W. Hickman of Parkin; a sister, Lizzie Montgomery of Bastrop, LA; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Parkin First Baptist Church. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HICKS, Dr. Charles E.
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Dr. Charles Ernest Hicks, 75, died February 14, 2010 at St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center in Little Rock. He was born January 25, 1935 in Monticello to the late James V. and Ruth Hansen Hicks. He was a graduate of the University of Arkansas School of Medicine, and practiced medicine in the Hamburg area, and had also practiced for two years in Stillwater, OK. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beth Boatright Hicks; two sons, Kevin Hicks and Keith Hicks (Angela), all of Hamburg; a daughter, Karen Withers (Kerry) of Monticello; a sister, Rutha Jo Edwards of Elberta, AL; 7 grandchildren; a step-granddaughter; a great-granddaughter; and three nephews. Services were held at the First Baptist Church. Interment was at the Hamburg Cemetery by Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home.

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HICKS, Mary Miner
COY, ARKANSAS: Mary Miner Hicks, 103, died November 14, 2005. She was a Baptist and a former Sunday School teacher. She was active in senior citizens' organizations for many years. She is survived by a son, William Coleman (Juanita) of California; three daughters, Midlean Johnson of Coy, AR, Lois Boyd of Altheimer, AR, and Verla Cooper of California; 10 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Services were held at Tomberlin Baptist Church with Bro. Calvin Darrough presiding. Burial was at Neelum Cemetery in England, AR with arrangements by Roller-England Funeral Home.

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HIEGEL, Mary
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Mary Frances Favre Hiegel, 100, died December 1, 2003 at St. Andrew's Place Nursing Home. She was born March 20, 1903 in Conway to Leo C. Favre, Sr. and Josephine Ficker Favre. Survivors include her children, Alphonse "Al" Hiegel (Mary) and Paul Hiegel (Lou), all of Conway, and Andrew Hiegel (Mary Ann) of North Little Rock; two sisters, Caroline Favre of Conway, and Sister M. Laurene, R.S.M. of Barling; a daughter-in-law, Mary E. Hiegel of Little Rock; 7 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter P. Hiegel; two children, Therese Hiegel Rehm and Leo Hiegel; her parents; and a son-in-law, Walter Rehm. Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Joseph Cemetery by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HIGGINS, Violet
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Violet Higgins, 81, died August 4, 2003. She was born August 12, 1912 to the late Hill and Della Taylor Smith. She a Methodist. She is survived by her husband, Loy Higgins; a daughter and son-in-law, Wanda and Donald Lawrence of Wynne; three brothers, Doris Mack Smith of Jonesboro, and George Smith and Herbert Smith of Paragould; five sisters, Earline Boling, Anna May Boozer, Shirley Crabtree, and Rene Levins, all of Paragould, and Sue Romine of Rector. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Frankie Greenway, Albertine Gunn, Tomazine Wince, and Alberta Davis; two brothers, Willard and Joe Smith; and a grandson, Dennis Lawrence. Interment was at Finch Cemetery by Heath Funeral Home.

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HIGGS, Faye
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Faye V. Higgs, 87, died March 26, 2000. She was born December 8, 1912 in Faulkner County to the late C.R. and Pearl Burnette Stephens. She was a retired dietician and food supervisor, and was of the Christadelphian faith. She is survived by two daughters, Wanda Freeman of Conway, and Shirley Johnson of Davis, CA; two sons, Stanley R. Higgs of San Mateo, CA, and Chester A. Higgs of Denver; a sister, Ozella Meeks of Conway; two brothers, Leroy Stephens of Conway, and Robert Stephens of Fairfield Bay; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Interment was at Mayflower Cemetery by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HIGGS, Renie
FARMINGTON, ARKANSAS: Renie Higgs, 67, died March 18, 2000. She was born December 25, 1932 to William H. and Gwendolyn Watson Coleman. She attended Little Elm Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed painting and gardening. She is survived by a son, Reggie Higgs of Farmington; a daughter, Mary Sandsness of Eucha, OK; two sisters, Jean Virden of Big Lake, TX and Marjorie Holm of Dallas, TX; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Higgs. Services were held at Little Elm Baptist Church. Burial was at Friendship Cemetery with arrangements by Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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HIGH, Willie B.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Willie B. High, 94, died December 29, 2003. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret St. Clair and Maxine Ratliff (Troy), all of North Little Rock; 4 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman. Interment was at Flat Creek Cemetery under the direction of Huson Funeral Home.

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HIGHFILL, Robert
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Robert D. Highfill, 44, died June 6, 1970. He was born September 11, 1925. He worked at the Pine Bluff Arsenal, and was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include a daughter, Sheila D. Highfill of Jacksonville; two sons, Gary and John E. Highfill, both of Jacksonville; his mother, Mrs. Cora Highfill of Beebe; a sister, Mrs. Tony Puim of California; a brother, John C. Highfill of Carlisle; and a grandson. Services were held at Landmark Baptist Church in Carlisle. Burial was at Hickory Plains Cemetery with arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, AR. Note: One record lists the date of death as June 7.

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HIGHFILL, Vivian
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Vivian M. Highfill, 93, passed away May 1, 2005. She was of the Methodist faith. She was born December 5, 1911 to the late W.R. and Josie Green Pipkins. She was the widow of Hancel O. Highfill. She is survived by five sisters, Winnie Highfill of Hartman, Faye Roble, Helen Mitchell and Lexie Wyers of Clarksville, and Velda Sallis of North Little Rock. Services were held at Hardwicke Chapel with interment at Kendall Cemetery in Hartman. Arrangements were handled by Hardwicke Funeral Service.

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HIGHFILL, Winnie
HARTMAN, ARKANSAS: Winnie Pipkins Highfill, 90, died July 29, 2006. She was born April 12, 1916. She attended Center Point Missionary Baptist Church, and was a member of the Coal Hill Extension Club. She is survived by a daughter, Gayle Bragg and husband Charles of Russellville; a son, Ronnie Highfill and wife Jolene of Rogers; three siblings, Faye Roble of Clarksville, Lexie Wyers of Clarksville, and Velta Sallis of Greenbrier; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Highfill. Services were held at Center Point Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at Kendall Cemetery in Hartman under the direction of Hardwicke Funeral Home of Clarksville, AR.

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HIGHLEY, Bessie
CORNING, ARKANSAS: Bessie Evelyn Highley, 92, died February 26, 2007. She was born March 14, 1914 to Clark and Ada Vinson. She retired from Caterpillar, Inc., and was of the Pentecostal faith. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Charles C. Highley of Corning, and Ira Highley, Jr. and Carroll Highly of Delaware; a daughter, Mary Wilma Barker of Corning; a daughter-in-law, Joyce Highley of St. Louis, MO; a son-in-law, Jim Dickerson; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ira Highley, Sr.; three daughters, Virginia Dickerson, Pearly Mae Highley, and Betty Jene Highley; four sisters, Aletha Rouse, Milidean Dodd, Verna Graves, and Daisy Reynolds; a son-in-law, John Barker; and a great-great grandchild. Services were held at the chapel of Mitchell Funeral Home with Chris Dickson officiating. Burial was at Purcell Cemetery.

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HIGHTOWER, William
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: William Hightower, 62, passed away October 19, 2004. He was born in Batesville April 27, 1942 to Edgar Hightower and Earnestine Pool Hightower. He was a farmer and worked for Harmon Farms for 20 years. He was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Doris Ann Light Hightower; his mother; three sons, Eric Eckard of Cave City, Jason Eckard of San Diego, CA, and Tim Thompson of Batesville; four daughters, Michele Moore of Cave City, April Eckard of Batesville, Aundria Eckard of Cave City, and Tammy Murphrey of Mount Pleasant; and 15 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. Funeral services were held at the chapel of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Jim Richardson officiating. Burial was at Egner Cemetery in Salado.

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HIGNITE, Helen
GRAVETTE, ARKANSAS: Helen Marie Shafer Hignite, 71, died February 5, 2005. She was born March 3, 1933 to Carl Franklin Shafer and Alice Evelyn Mallory Shafer. She enjoyed volunteering at the hospital, gardening, fishing, NASCAR and other sports events. She donated to Helping Hands. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Plainville, KS. She was preceded in death by a sister, Thelma Hattfield; and two brothers, Glen Shafer and Jimmy Shafer. Funeral services were held February 9, 2005 at the Callison-Lough Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Gary Rhodes officiating. Burial was at Hillcrest Cemetery in Gravette.

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HILBURN, Gary
CAMDEN, ARKANSAS: Gary Hilburn, 59, died September 21, 2006. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and was a truck driver. He is survived by his children, Shawn Hilburn of Cabot, Phillip Hilburn of Jacksonville, and Jesse Black of St. Petersburg, FL; a brother, James Hilburn of Cedar Springs, GA; a sister, Ginger Schultz of Ocola, FL; and 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock under the direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home.

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HILBURN, Ronnie
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Ronnie Cleo Hilburn, 56, died August 20, 2000. He was born December 17, 1943 to Ernest and Ethel Munn Hilburn. He worked for Klaasmeyer Construction, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Mary Bradley Hilburn; a daughter, Rhonda Hilburn of Morrilton; a brother, Arthur "Art" Hilburn of Plumerville; and a grandson. Interment was Oak Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton.

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HILDESHEIM, Elsie
WHITE HALL, ARKANSAS: Elsie M. Hildesheim, 95, died August 8, 2001. She was born March 9, 1906 to Presley Hall and Lillie Mae Smith Lyles. She attended the First Baptist Church of White Hall. Among the survivors are two sons, Clifton Lyles Hildesheim of Perryville and James Ellender Wilson of White Hall; 7 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two husbands, James Walter Wilson and Clifton Oney Hildesheim. Services were held at First Baptist Church of White Hall with Dr. Bob Harper officiating. Interment was at White Hall United Methodist Church Cemetery with arrangements by Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Directors.

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HILDMANN, Elizabeth McIntosh
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elizabeth McIntosh Hildmann, 91, died April 8, 2003. She was born May 27, 1911 to Edward and Della Chapell Meisner. She worked for the Glick factory. She attended Lone Star Bible Church and belonged to the Christian Women's Club. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Paula McIntosh of Berryville; and a grandson, Jimmy and his wife, Teresa McIntosh of Berryville. She was preceded in death by two husbands, James McIntosh and John A. Hildmann; her parents; two brothers; and two sisters. Interment was at Berryville Memorial Park Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Service.

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HILL, Augustus
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Augustus Hill, 60, died July 24, 2004. He was retired from the Georgia-Pacific Paper Mill, and attended Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, active in fishing and hunting. He was a member of Blue Buck Hunting Club. He was also a member of the NAACP. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Linda Hill; three daughters, Kymara Seals and husband Rodney and Kenetta Ridgell and husband Michael, all of Pine Bluff, and Michelle Richards and husband Robert of Monroe, LA; two brothers, Jack Hill of Hamburg and James Hill of Crossett; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Augustus and Alice Elizabeth Hill; and two brothers, Eugene Hill Jr. and Bobby Gene Hill. Services were held at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. W. R. Taylor officiating. Interment was at Johnson Memorial Cemetery with arrangements by Cromwell Funeral Home.

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HILL, Carl
BEEBE, ARKANSAS: Carl Hill, 90, died March 21, 2005. He was a retired farmer and a World War II veteran. He attended Union Valley Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Lillie Ruth; his son, Joe Bill Hill of Jacksonville; his daughter, Glenda Stueart of Benton; and one granddaughter. Services were held at Union Valley Baptist Church followed by burial at Stoney Point Cemetery.

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HILL, Dorene M. Fowler
DeQUEEN, ARKANSAS: Dorene Mae Fowler Hill, 70, died November 28, 2001. She was born February 7, 1931 to Carson and Willie Mae Taylor Fowler. She was the owner of a beauty salon, and was a Baptist. Survivors include her husband, Charles Hill of De Queen, AR; three sons, Chad Hill of Texarkana, TX, Charles Hill of DeQueen, AR and Jerry Hill of Texarkana; two sisters, Lavelle Alexander of De Queen and Charlotte Chandler of De Queen; a brother, Dwight Fowler of Texarkana, AR; and three grandchildren. Burial was at Daniel Cemetery with arrangements by Chandler Funeral Home of DeQueen, AR.

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HILL, Ernest R.
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ernest R. Hill, 104, died February 11, 2001. He was born November 27, 1896 to Benjamine Henry and Leona Martha Taylor Hill. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War I. He had worked as a barber, and attended Oak Grove Freewill Baptist Church. He served as Noble Grand of the State of Arkansas with the Independent Order Of Odd Fellows, and was a member of the Hospital Auxillary in Berryville. He was a former chaplin for the American Legion. Survivors include a son, Col. Herbert R. Hill of Colorado Springs, CO; a daughter, Iris Hill Rowe of Berryville, AR; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leatha Tetlow Hill; his parents; four brothers; a son, Henry Hill; a grandson, Nathan B. Hill; and a sister. Interment was at Berryville Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Service.

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HILL, Lewis O.
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Lewis Owen Hill, 88, died December 14, 2000. He was born on November 16, 1912 to the late Alvin Edward and Oda Mae Greer Hill. He attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at Pine Bluff. He was a retired movie operator and electrician for Commonwealth Theaters. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Hill; and by a brother, Lonnie Olan Hill. Among the survivors are a sister, Olga Ruth Brockman of Star City. Services were held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with Bishop Dave Burdick officiating. Burial was at Bellwood Cemetery in Pine Bluff with arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service.

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HILL, Orville C.
EUDORA, ARKANSAS: Orville Clenton Hill, 74, died October 29, 2004. He was born December 26, 1929 to Leroy and Stella Culp Hill. He was a retired lineman for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co., and also worked as an agent for State Farm Insurance. He attended Oklahoma State University, served in the U.S. Air Force, and was a member of Cowboy Hunting Club. He attended Omega Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Hill; two daughters and sons-in-law, Martha and Donald Hyde of Eudora, and Barbara and Douglas Heath of Carriere, MS; a sister, Ana Grubb of Hamburg; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lavon Hill. Services were held at Omega Baptist Church. Burial was at Mount Carmel Cemetery by Bishop Funeral Home.

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HILL, William
DURHAM, ARKANSAS: William "Bill" Hill, 48, died January 18, 1992. He was born August 19, 1943 to Ross Lymon and Opal Delanie Carnes Hill. He was a former employee of Elkhart Products Corp. and Washington County. He was of the Baptist faith, and served in the Arkansas National Guard. He is survived by a son, James Hill of West Fork; two daughters, Michele Hill and Susan Hill, both of West Fork; and a brother, James L. Hill of Springdale. Services were held at Moore's Chapel Funeral Home with Charlie Foster officiating. Burial was at Fairview Memorial Gardens.

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HILL, Willie
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Willie T. Hill, 85, died December 31, 2001 at the Medical Center of South Arkansas. He was born July 7, 1916 in the Free Union community to Willie E. and Birdie Williams Hill. He retired from Anthony Forest Co., and attended Lee Chapel A.M.E. Church. He is survived by two daughters, Angela M. Hill of El Dorado, and Casandra Hannah of Little Rock; a son, Tony L. Hill, Sr. of Monroe, LA; a sister, Beatrice Meeks of El Dorado; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Thurman Hill. Services were held at Cargile Street Church of Christ. Burial was at Free Union Cemetery with arrangements by Andrews Funeral Home.

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HILTON, Darrel
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Darrel Hilton, 83, died September 10, 1997. He was born February 4, 1914. He retired from the Santa Fe Railroad. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Boone Hilton; a son, Harold Hilton; three stepsons, Martin Clouse, Larry Clouse, and Bill Clouse; two stepdaughters, Lorretta DeMotte and Beverly Baker; a brother, Jake Hilton; 2 grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and 13 step great-grandchildren. Services were held at Hickory Grove Church. Interment was at Nail Cemetery with arrangements by Brashears Funeral Home.

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HILTON, Marion
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Marion Lucian Hilton, 79, died February 21, 1992. She was born September 17, 1912 to Lucian Hilton and Virginia Thomason. She was of the Pentecostal faith. She is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Spear and Deborah Hilton; a sister, Virginia Tisdale; and 2 grandsons. Interment was at Lincoln Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HINCHCLIFF, Elbert
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elbert Hinchcliff, 94, died April 17, 2007. He was born January 15, 1913 to the late Lon and Gertrude Foster Hinchcliff. He worked for the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor for over 20 years. He attended Woodlawn Free Will Baptist Church in Russellville. He is survived by two granddaughters, Sherry Spack of London, and Marty Hart of North Little Rock; five great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Martha Hill Hinchcliff; his children, James Elbert Hinchcliff, Carolyn Sue Hinchcliff, Charles Edward Hinchcliff and Peggy Joyce Paschal; and his siblings, Arthur, Charles, Jim, Vinita, Mary Ellen and Eva Hinchcliff; and a grandson-in-law, Don Spack. Services were held at Woodlawn Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Doggett and Rev. David Bishop officiating. Burial was at St. Joe Cemetery under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service.

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HINKSON, John Jacob
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John Jacob Hinkson, 89, died September 2, 2004. He was born January 29, 1915. He was a retired electrician for Missouri Pacific Railroad, and was a member of Cross Road Baptist Church. He is survived by a daughter, Hester Hinkson of Glendale, AZ; three sons, John D. Hinkson of Alexander, Steve Hinkson of Clinton, and Herbert Hinkson of Dwight, KS; 18 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane Hinkson; and a son, Reverend Willis Hinkson. Services were held at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Savage and Rev. Don Cooper officiating. Interment was at Forest Hills Memorial Park.

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HINKSON, Mary Jane
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Mary Jane Hinkson, 89, died November 29, 2002. She and her husband were the former owners of Shipley and Colony South Donut Shops. She attended Cross Road Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, John J. Hinkson; three sons, Steve Hinkson of Clinton, John D. Hinkson of Little Rock, and Herbert Hinkson of Dwight, KS; a daughter, Hester Pearl Hinkson of Phoenix, AZ; two brothers, Arvil Norris of Little Rock, and Earl Norris of Benton Harbor, MI; 18 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Rev. Willis Hinkson. Interment was at Forest Hills Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.

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HINTERTHUER, Marjorie
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Marjorie Hinterthuer, 87, died September 29, 2006. She was born December 27, 1918 to William Martin and Mable Shere Blackert. She was the nurse anesthetist and Director of Nursing at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Russellville for over 20 years before serving as the Director of Nursing at Conway County Hospital in Morrilton for over 20 years. She attended St. John's Catholic Church in Russellville for over 50 years, having served with the Altar Society and the Christian Women's League. She was a former board member of the Pope County Literacy Council. Survivors include three sons, Rick and his wife Judy of Yellville, Mark and his wife Gwynne of North Little Rock, and Jack and his wife Claudia of Las Vegas, Nev; 4 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond J. Hinterthuer. Services were held at Saint John's Catholic Church in Russellville with Fr. William F. Thomas officiating. Burial was at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Russellville with arrangements by Shinn Funeral Service.

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HINTON, Goldia
WESSON, ARKANSAS: Goldia Mae Temple Hinton died September 15, 1930. She was born October 21, 1892. Burial was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

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HINTZ, Marian
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: Marian Hintz, 95, died November 7, 1996. He was born in Poland on August 15, 1901. He was a Seventh-day Adventist preacher in Poland, and a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Gentry. He is survived by a son, Roman Carl Hintz; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Hintz. Services were held at the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Burial was at Flint Cemetery under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home.

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HIPP, Max
CAVE CITY, ARKANSAS: Max Hipp, 83, died March 4, 2007. He was born June 15, 1923 to James William Hipp and Florence Nail Hipp. He was a retired welder. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and attended White Drive Baptist Church. He is survived by three sons, James Allen Hipp and wife Tina of Jonesboro, David Lee Hipp and wife Carrie of Cave City, and Mitchel Lyn Hipp and wife Denise of Collinsville, IL; two brothers, Nix Hipp of Little Rock, and Darrell Hipp of Heber Springs; a sister, Bobbie Burkett of Colorado Springs, CO; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Flora Mae Hipp; a granddaughter, Ashley Marie Hipp; a sister, Ester Bridges and a brother, Rex Hipp. Interment was at Union Grove Cemetery in Pleasant Plains with arrangements by Willis-Hays Funeral Service of Batesville, AR.

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HIPPENSTEEL, Phyllis
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Phyllis R. Hippensteel, 43, died August 8, 1980. Services were held at the Sylvan Hills Church of Christ. Burial was at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in Tulsa, OK with arrangements by Owens Funeral Home.

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HIPPS, Mary
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Mary N. Hipps, 82, died November 24, 2004 at Saline Memorial Hospital. She was born March 5, 1922. She enjoyed playing golf. She is survived by three sons, Jerry Hipps of Benton, and Jim Hipps and Jack (Stacey) Hipps, all of Little Rock; 4 grandchildren; and a great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.T. Hipps, Jr. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander under the direction of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home.

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HISE, Marie
POCAHONTAS, ARKANSAS: Marie Hise, 91, died December 30, 2012. She was born March 19, 1921 to Doc and Verna Beaver. Survivors include a son, Jimmy E. Gladback; 3 grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Gladback; a brother, Vernon Beaver; two sisters, Norma Ashley and Shirley Hall; and a grandson. Interment was at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Taylor-Cox Funeral Home.

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HITE, Carl M.
MORROW, ARKANSAS: Carl Marvin Hite, 61, died February 25, 1980. He was born August 20, 1918 to E.P. and Edith Branham Hite. He was self-employed, and attended Mt. Pleasant Free Holiness Church. He was survived by his wife, Willa Mae Brooks Hite; two sons, Gary Hite and Gordon Hite; two daughters, Thelma Jordon and Sue Skinner; his parents; two sisters, Sybil Wilhite and June Anderson; and 7 great-grandchildren. Burial was Edmiston Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HOBBS, Clara Jean
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Clara Jean Hobbs, 66, died October 3, 2004. She was born January 30, 1938 to the late John Woodie Green and Geraldine Hendricks Green. She was a homemaker and a talented seamstress. She attended Cabot United Methodist Church, and served as secretary of the Campground Sunshine Girls. Survivors include her husband, Bobby Hobbs; two daughters, Karen Hobbs of Hiawatha, IA and Jerri Atkinson of Coral Springs, FL; a brother, Mike Green of Benton; and 2 granddaughters. Services were held at Cabot United Methodist Church with Rev. Richard Lancaster presiding. Burial was at Forest Hills Mausoleum under the direction of Cabot Funeral Home.

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HOBBS, Job
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Job Hobbs died in 1862. He was a Revolutionary War veteran. He was born in 1759. Interment was at Henderson Creek Cemetery in Huntsville, AR.

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HOBBS, Quannah
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Quannah Caldwell Hobbs, 78, died January 1, 2010. He was born July 10, 1931 to James Guy Hobbs and Lois Caldwell Hobbs. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Annie Louise Woods Hobbs; a son, Guy (Megan) Hobbs of Conway; a daughter, Elaine Jones (Bill) of Vilonia; his nieces and nephews; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Roselawn Cemetery in Pine Bluff, AR under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HOBBS, Xury Geraldine Amos
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Xury Geraldine "Gerri" Amos Hobbs, 76, died April 29, 2006. She retired from Greenwood Industries, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Greenwood. Survivors include two sons, Jeff Hobbs and Paul Rush of Greenwood; a daughter, Diana Hopkins of Fort Smith; two sisters, Nita DenAdel of Greenwood and Jessie Camp of Winslow; a brother, Ed Amos of Arvada, Colorado; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Hobbs. Burial was at Liberty Cemetery with arrangements by Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield, AR.

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HOBBY, Manuel C.
MABLEVALE, ARKANSAS: Manuel C. Hobby, 80, died March 18, 2005. He was born May 24, 1924 to Leroy Hobby and Rosa Shellnut. He worked as a painting contractor for fifty years. He attended Vimy Ridge Immanuel Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for forty-five years and was also a Sunday School secretary. He is survived by his wife of over fifty years, Patsy Abbott; three sons, Gary Lee and Manuel Lee and wife Alvita, all of Mabelvale, and Leon Hobby of Alexander; two daughters, Edith Thurston and husband James of Mabelvale and Cynthia Alosso of Salt Lake City, Utah; 7 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Vimy Ridge Immanuel Baptist with James W. Mills and Robert Welborn officiating. Burial was at McPherson Cemetery in Sardis, AR under the direction of Ashby Funeral Home.

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HOBBY, Wilda
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Wilda Lou Thornton Hobby, 83, died May 21, 2006. She was a member of the Church of Christ, and was a longtime employee of Twin City Bank. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Elmer H. Hobby, Jr.; her daughters, Neila Jane Hobby of North Little Rock and June Skinner of Austin; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandsons. Burial was at Edgewood Memorial Park under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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HODGE, Carmel Hilda
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Carmel Hilda Paschal Hodge, 87, died May 27, 1995. She was born May 6, 1908 to William Sherman and Mary Frances Kinion Paschal. She was a retired cook at the University of Arkansas. She was a Baptist. Survivors include a daughter, Velda Wietrick; 2 brothers, Vance Paschal and Randol Paschal; 4 sisters, Jimmy Watkins, Grace Jarrill, Louise Olp, and Ermal Nolf; 8 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren. Interment was at the White House Cemetery with arrangements by Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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HODGE, Imogene
WALNUT RIDGE, ARKANSAS: Imogene Hodge, 73, died June 7, 2004. She was born June 9, 1930. She was a Baptist. She is survived by two sons, Ronald Rutledge of Trumann, and Randall Hodge of Goldsboro, NC; a sister, Vernal Mitchell of Arbor Grove; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Hodge; a son, Mike Hodge; and a brother. Interment was at Lawrence Memorial Park with arrangements by Bryan Funeral Home.

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HODGE, Larry
DEER, ARKANSAS: Larry Fay Hodge, 60, died June 20, 2009. He was born December 29, 1948 to Fay and Chloe Wingate Hodge. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam era. He attended Wayton United Baptist Church, and enjoyed playing golf. He is survived by his wife, Karen Hodge; two sons and daughters-in-law, Travis and Annalise Hodge and Todd and Morgan Hodge; his father; a brother and sister-in-law, Garry and Fredda Hodge; 4 grandchildren; an aunt, Marie Phillips; his nieces and nephews; and his friends. He was preceded in death by his mother; and his grandparents, Charlie "Buck" and Clara Belle Hodge. Interment was at Peel Cemetery by Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.

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HODGES, Beulah
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Beulah Ruth Hodges, 82, died December 22, 2006. She was born June 9, 1924 to Jessie and Bettie Hodges. She was a homemaker. She is survived by two sons, Jerry Haycraft of Forrest City and Billy Haycraft of Wynne; a daughter, Ruth Ann Haycraft of Forrest City; a brother, Calvin Hodges of Forrest City; two sisters, Evelyn Fisher of Wheatley and Nettie Hodges of Washington; 9 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Stevens Funeral Home.

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HODGES, Fred
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Fred Hodges, 85, died November 16, 2005. He was born September 30, 1920 to Walter William and Ollie Amelia Cato Hodges. He was a Baptist. Survivors include two daughters, Millie Scott and Barbara England, both of Siloam Springs; a brother, R.B. Hodges of Westville, OK; three sisters, Dell Mourning, Lorene Cole and Lillian Baker, all of Westville; 6 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audie Hodges; and a son, Carthel Fred Hodges. Burial was at Howell Cemetery near Hogeye under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HODGES, Otea
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Otea Hodges, 91, died October 11, 2003. She was born November 16, 1911. Survivors include a son, Robert L. Hodges (Pinky); a daughter, Rose Cunningham; 28 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Hodges. Services were held at Holy Cross Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Gunn Funeral Home.

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HOEN, Lawrence, Sr.
SUBIACO, ARKANSAS: Lawrence Hoen, Sr., 66, died April 5, 2006. He was born October 8, 1939 to Nickolas Joseph and Mary Agnes Layman Hoen. He retired from Tom's Vending Company following 27 years of service, and also worked as a maintenance supervisor at Subiaco Academy. He attended St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco, and the Subiaco Worship Ceneter. He was a member of the Belle Point Sam's Chapter in Fort Smith. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Hoen; two daughters, Mary Hoen of Phoenix, AZ, and Patricia Carmack of Oden; three stepdaughters, Karen Miller of Edgewater, MD, Debbie Miller of Davidsonville, MD, and Michelle Jones of Mountainburg; two sons, Lawrence Hoen, Jr. of Paris, and Joe Hoen of Nashville; two sisters, Bea Dunbar of Bonnerdale and Miese Holmes of Hot Springs; and 14 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Benedict Catholic Church. Burial was at Locke Cemetery near Mountainburg with arrangements by Brotherton Brothers Funeral Home.

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HOFF, Carol
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Carol May Hoff, 88, died November 10, 2011 at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born March 10, 1923 in Highmore, SD. She was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church, where rosary and funeral services were held. Cremation arrangements were handled by Memorial Funeral Home.

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HOFFSTETLER, Pleasant A.
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Pleasant Ann Hoffstetler was born on December 16, 1875. She died on March 13, 1965. She was the widow of Albert H. Hoffstetler. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery.

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HOGAN, Elmer, Sr.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Elmer Hogan, Sr., 83, died September 24, 2007. He was born Feburary 14, 1924 to the late Cecil and Ella Hogan. He worked for Riceland Foods for over 40 years. Survivors include seven sons, Elmer Hogan, Jr., Dennis Hogan, Wilber Hogan, Eula Hogan, David Hogan, Ray Hogan, and Bobby Ray Hogan; two daughters, Joyce Cox, and Mary Ann Washington; a brother, Lester Hogan, Sr.; 44 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Johnson Hogan; and three children. Arrangements were handled by Richardson Memorial Funeral Home.

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HOGAN, Herman A.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Herman Alfred "Pete" Hogan, 94, died October 20, 2004. He was born January 24, 1910 to the late William Monroe Hogan and Maud Sanders Hogan. He was a cattleman, an oil jobber, and a service station owner. He was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran of World War II, and was a member of the American Legion and the Blinded Veterans Association. He was a Methodist. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Sybil Lewis Hogan; three nephews, Monroe Lee Hogan of Conway, Carroll W. Lewis of Conway and Fred E. Lewis of Chino, CA; and two nieces, Betty Hogan Gibbs of Holland and Barbara Lewis Talmud of Conway. Interment was at Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway with Fr. Warren Harvey and Chaplain John Lewis officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HOGAN, Thomas A.
MOUNT VERNON, ARKANSAS: Thomas A. Hogan died May 25, 1903. He was born October 29, 1852. He was a farmer in White County, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louisa Jane Stone. Mr. Hogan died of pneumonia on the day of his wife's funeral. The couple had 9 children, some of whom did not survive to adulthood. He and his wife are buried at Union Hill Cemetery near Mount Vernon, AR.

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HOGGARD, Espy
AUSTIN, ARKANSAS: Espy Hoggard, 84, died July 30, 1990. He was a retired dairy farmer. He was a member of Woodmen of the World, and was of the Methodist faith. He is survived by his wife, Katie Hoggard; two daughters, Alice May King of Lonoke and Mavis Digg of Little Rock; a brother, O'Neal Hoggard of Lansing, MI; a sister, Lula Fecher of Beebe; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Westbrook Funeral Home. Burial was at Hicks Cemetery.

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HOGGARD, Flossie Matthews
WARD, ARKANSAS: Flossie Matthews Hoggard, 88, died July 18, 2000. She attended the Country Chapel Church. She is survived by two sons, Walter Hoggard of Ward, and Bobby Hoggard of Cabot; 2 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marzie Hoggard. Services were held at Sylvania Presbyterian Church. Burial was at Sylvania Cemetery with arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home.

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HOGGARD, Marzie
WARD, ARKANSAS: Marzie Hoggard, 74, died July 29, 1983. He was a retired farmer, and was of the Presbyterian faith. He is survived by his wife, Flossie Matthews Hoggard; two sons, Walter Hoggard and Bobby Gene Hoggard, both of Ward; two brothers, Espy Hoggard of Austin, and O'Neal Hoggard of Lansing, MI; two sisters, Amy Smith of Ward and Lula Fecher of Beebe; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at Sylvania Presbyterian Church. Burial was at Sylvania Cemetery under the direction of Westbrook Funeral Home of Beebe, AR.

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HOGGARD, Ruston U.
BRYANT, ARKANSAS: Ruston Urban Hoggard, 91, died July 11, 2006. He was born January 17, 1915 to Jesse and Lorinda Sanders Hoggard. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served during World War II, and was a retired civilian employee of the U.S. Navy, having worked as a cabinet maker. He attended the Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Benton. He is survived by two sons, Donald L. Hoggard and wife Sharon of Gordonsville, Va., and Randall U. Hoggard and wife Jackie of Twin Falls, Idaho; two grandchildren; a brother, Russell L. Hoggard and wife Marthell of Jacksonville; and a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carmel Hoggard; his parents; 7 brothers, Earl, Orton, Doyne, Onus, Lorel, Onnie and Amar; and three sisters, Rita, Floy, and Chloe. Services were held at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Vance Nutt presiding. Burial was at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway, AR.

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HOGUE, Andrew
STRONG, ARKANSAS: Andrew Hogue, 78, died October 27, 2002 at Beverly Health Care in El Dorado. He was born May 13, 1924 in Union County to John P. and Julia Williams Hogue. He was a retired oilfield worker, and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by two daughters, Naomi Hall and Renee Osieczonek, both of Hampton; three sisters, Etta Smith of Moro Bay, and Vera Hixon and Hattie Hayes, both of Strong; and a brother, Roland Hogue of Strong. Services were held at Philadelphia Baptist Church. Burial was at Dickerson Cemetery by Frazer's Funeral Home.

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HOGUE, Gerlie F. Reed
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: Gerlie Frances Reed Hogue, 82, died March 13, 2007. She was a retired bookkeeper, and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband, Russel Hogue; a son, Rev. Jimmy D. Wallace of Lonoke; a stepson, David Hogue of Charlotte, NC; a stepdaughter, Elizabeth Bell of Fort Smith; 2 granddaughters; and a great-granddaughter. Interment was at Antioch Cemetery with arrangements by Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg, AR.

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HOLCOMB, Roy E.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Roy Elsbury Holcomb, 93, died December 25, 1996. He was born May 14, 1903 to Charles L. and Louella Ralf Holcomb. Survivors include two sons, Sam Holcomb and R.F. Holcomb; a daugher, Bertha Duncan; 23 grandchildren; 63 great-grandchildren; and sever great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cora Frances Holcomb; and by two sons. Interment was at the Ganderville Cemetery with arrangements handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HOLDEN, Robert Lee
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Robert Lee Holden, 59, died December 5, 2006. He was a member of Greater of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. He is survived by a son, Curtis (Nicole) Jackson; a sister, Rose Mary Johnson; a brother, Willie Holden, Jr.; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held at Greater Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Robinson Mortuary.

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HOLDER, Gracie
BONO, ARKANSAS: Gracie Christine West Holder, 85, died May 10, 2005. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carroll and Mary Thompson. Burial was at Gibson Cemetery under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.

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HOLDER, Muriel
HEBER SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Muriel Kneel Holder, 90, died January 28, 2006. She was born May 11, 1915 to Francis and Willie Ethel Pollard Kneel. Survivors include a stepsister, Linda Keel and husband Franklin of Goodyear, AZ; a sister-in-law, Beatrice Masters of Bradford; a niece; a nephew; and two cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Holder; and a brother, Finis Kneel. Services were held at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church at Bradford with Bro. John Boswell presiding. Interment was at Smith Cemetery.

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HOLDERNESS, Dr. A.S.
DALLAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Dr. A.S. Holderness died on April 28, 1904. He was born February 6, 1834. He served as a surgeon with the 1st Arkansas Cavalry during the Civil War. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery in Dallas County, Arkansas.

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HOLDREN, Lorraine
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Lorraine Jean Shannon Holdren, 80, died November 10, 2006. She was born September 30, 1926 to the late Bruce Elmer Shannon and Dora Coleman Shannon. She was a retired church secretary for the First United Methodist Church of Monticello, where she served for over 20 years and worked under 8 different pastors. She is survived by three daughters, Kathy Marcussen of Maumelle, Nancy Clark of Des Moines, IA, and Susan Stewart of Little Rock; a sister, Dorothy Bittenbender of Berwick, PA; and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Kenmore Holdren. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church. Burial was at Pine Grove Cemetery in Berwick, PA with local arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home.

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HOLLAND, Atha
CARLISLE, ARKANSAS: Atha Guyneth Holland, 88, died January 10, 2005. She was a member of 16th Section Union Church. She is survived by two sons, Allen Holland of North Little Rock and Harry Holland of McRae; a daughter, Ludie Jones of Lonoke; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; a brother, Dallas Hughes of North Little Rock; three sisters, Adavene Ward of Quitman, Melva Middleton of Peoria, IL, and Ragene Stark of Heber Springs. Services were held at Westbrook Funeral Home. Burial was at Weir Cemetery.

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HOLLAND, Icelean
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Icelean Holland, 87, passed away on December 10, 2003. Services were held at Atkinson Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Ersel Tillery and Elder Charles Sandage officiating. Burial was at Ouachita Cemetery in Donaldson, AR.

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HOLLAND, Olaf H.
MANSFIELD, ARKANSAS: Olaf H. Holland, 94, died December 26, 2005. He was a carpenter, and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He is survived by two daughters, Roena Tucker of Mt. Vernon, TX and Barbara Thomas of Howe, OK; three sons, Bob D. Holland of Blossom, TX, Howard Holland of Greenwood, AR, and Phillip Holland of Mansfield, AR; a sister, Dorothy Farmer of Bakersfield, CA; two brothers, Otis Holland of Pine Bluff, and Wayne Holland of San Fernando, CA; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louie Holland. Services were held at Fellowship Baptist Church in Witcherville, AR. Burial was at Coop Prairie Cemetery in Mansfield with arrangements by McConnell Funeral Home.

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HOLLAND, Ollie
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ollie Holland, 95, died February 24, 2001 at Meadowview Healthcare and Rehab in Huntsville. She was born February 16, 1906 in Red Star, AR to William F. and Corda Reed Killion. She was a member of the First Assembly of God in Huntsville for over 65 years. She is survived by a grandson, Thomas (Leah) Hunter of Elkins; 3 great-grandchildren; a niece; and a nephew. She was predeceased by her husband, Felix Holland; a daughter, Ardath Yates; and a son, Kenneth L. Holland. Interment was at the Huntsville Cemetery by Brashears Funeral Home.

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HOLLAND, Thomas W.
ASHLEY COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Thomas W. Holland died May 27, 1911. He was survived by his wife; a son; and a daughter. He was of the Methodist faith. Burial was at Zion Cemetery with Rev. C.A. Fuller officiating.

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HOLLEMAN, John H.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John H. Holleman, 78, died October 4, 2010. He was born November 9, 1931 in McCrory, AR to James Holleman and Bertie Jones Holleman. He was a restaurant manager, and also worked as a security guard. He attended New Hope Nazarene Church. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Peek Holleman; his daughters, Alicia Green (Mark) of Palm Springs, CA, and Anna Trevino (Jesus) and Rosario Holleman, all of Little Rock; his sons, Michael Sumler of Palm Springs, CA, Terry Holleman of Indio, CA, and Juan Holleman and Jesse Sumler (Penny), all of Little Rock; a brother, James Holleman of McCrory; 18 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. He was preceded in death by two sons, James Holleman and Johnny Holleman; his parents; a sister, Edith Mae Morris; three brothers, Joe Taylor, Clarence Taylor, and Bufford Taylor; a grandson, Jerry Crumley; and a great-granddaughter, Megan Marie Holleman. Services were held at New Hope Nazarene Church. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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HOLLEY, Dessie
BEE BRANCH, ARKANSAS: Dessie Thelma Holley, 82, died July 23, 2007. She was born May 11, 1925 to the late Archie and Pearl Hensley May. She was of the Full Gospel faith, and attended Morganton Community Church. She is survived by three daughters, Vernelle Stark of Higden, and Norma Craig and Winnie Sue Evans, both of Bee Branch; a daughter-in-law, Carolyn Wetherbly of Bee Branch; a brother, John May of Quitman; a sister, Jessie Abbott of Blytheville; a sister-in-law, Ellen May of Heber Springs; 9 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Collon Holley; a son, Donald Holley; a brother, Colon May; a grandson; and a great-granddaughter. Services were held at Fairbanks Community Church with Rev. Bill Sutton officiating. Interment was at Fairbanks Cemetery with arrangements by Olmstead Funeral Home, Inc.

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HOLLEY, Herman L.
STEPHENS, ARKANSAS: Herman Lee Holly died August 16, 1950. He was born July 16, 1919. He was a veteran of World War II. Burial was at Seminary Cemetery.

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HOLLIDAY, Linnie
HOPE, ARKANSAS: Linnie Mae East Holliday, 71, died February 23, 2002. She was born March 16, 1930 to Amzie and Della Purtle East. She was a retired bookkeeper for Southside Automotive. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Hope. She is survived by her husband, Herman Holliday; four sons, Ronald McWilliams of Pittsburg, TX, Jerry D. McWilliams and Larry J. McWilliams, both of Hope, and Kevin Holliday of Nashville; three daughters, Donna Holliday, Gwen Clinkenbeard and Wanda Percy, all of Paris, TX; four sisters, Birtie Fincher, Obera Warren and Betty Powell, all of Hope, and Dorothy Butler of Tyler, TX; 22 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenny Holliday; a sister, Lera Dillard; and three brothers, Clifton East, Clint East, and Clyde East. Burial was at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Hope with arrangements by Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home of Hope, AR.

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HOLLINGSHEAD, Montean
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Montean Hollingshead, 84, died December 23, 2006. Survivors include a son, Arnold Hollingshead, Jr. and wife Judy of Sherwood; a daughter, Shelby Whitehead and husband Buc; her brothers, Robert Gerald and wife Ann of Morrilton, Bill and wife Juanita, Don and wife Patsy, and J.T. Shumate and wife Juanita, all of Little Rock; her sisters, Oleta Lokey and husband Fritz of Carlisle, Juanita Carter of Stuttgart, and Lusceal Joslin and husband Odis of Morrilton; 5 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Hollingshead, Sr.; a son, Wayne Shumate; and sisters Efleda Rice and Robbie Speck. Burial was at Union Valley Cemetery in Humoke under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home of England, AR.

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HOLLINS, Freddie Mae
OSCEOLA, ARKANSAS: Freddie Mae Hollins, 86, died February 4, 2003. She attended the New Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, and served as vice-president of the New Mount Pleasant Mass Choir. She is survived by a son, Wallace Sanders of Benton Harbor, MI; 6 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Services were held at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Osceola with Rev. Wallace Sanders presiding. Burial was at Sandy Ridge Cemetery in Burdette with arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home.

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HOLLIS, Irene
CARAWAY, ARKANSAS: Irene Rosetta Hollis, 86, died November 2, 2008. She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors include three sons, Everett Hollis, Jr. of Milligan Ridge, Bob Hollis of Caraway, and Steve Hollis of Caraway; three daughters, Shirley Douglas of Murfreesboro, TN, Pauline Killough of Jonesboro, and Pat Barrett of Caraway; a brother, Len Redding of Caraway; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Hollis; a son, Kenneth Hollis; and a grandson, Barry Barrett. Interment was at Caraway Cemetery under the direction of Howard Funeral Service.

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HOLLOMAN, Jesse M., Jr.
ENGLAND, ARKANSAS: Jesse Mayo Holloman, Jr. died December 18, 2008. He was born February 22, 1927 to Jesse Mayo Holloman, Sr. and Edna Hicks Holloman. He was a bookkeeper. He was of the Methodist faith, and was an Arkansas Razorbacks fan. He was a veteran of the Korean War, and formerly served as commander of the American Legion Post in Helena, AR. He is survived by a nephew, James Hargraves and wife Ann; a great-niece, Helen Hillis and husband Roger; a great-nephew, Jeff Hargraves and wife Renee; 5 great-great-nieces and nephews; and a great-great-great nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Helen Whitworth; and a niece, Margie Hargraves. Interment was at Mulberry Cemetery in England with arrangements by Roller-England Funeral Home.

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HOLLOWAY, Alberta
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Alberta Laws "Ma" Holloway, 97, died March 8, 2000. She was born September 15, 1902 to the late Steve Price Laws and Emmie Mulligan Laws. Among the surviving family members are 13 grandchildren, four of whom she raised; 31 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George R. Holloway, Sr.; two daughters, Nell Bowden and Hazel Cummings; two sons, George R. Holloway Jr. and James Edward Holloway; and a granddaughter. Services were held at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton. Burial was at Campground Cemetery in Tinsman, AR.

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HOLLOWAY, Benjamin
DUTCH MILLS, ARKANSAS: Benjamin "Ben" Holloway, 62, died May 6, 2000. He was born April 17, 1938 to Hershel and Arizonia Barnett Holloway. He is survived by his wife, Betty Holloway; two sons, Gary Holloway of Fayetteville, and Randy Holloway of Rogers; a daughter, Kim Raines of Dutch Mills; a brother, Bill Holloway; a sister, Mary Keys; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Mount Comfort Cemetery under the direction of Beard's Funeral Chapel.

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HOLLOWAY, Havis
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Havis Holloway, 61, died April 24, 2003. He was born January 15, 1942 to the late Fred Holloway and Versie Puckett Holloway. He was a welder for Pipeliners Union #798 in Tulsa, OK. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include a daughter, Paula Holloway of Pine Bluff; one sister, Bertha Garrett of Pine Bluff; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Carl Russell Holloway. Services were held at Hale-South Funeral Home with Rev. Tony Lawhon officiating. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery.

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HOLLOWAY, Katie Sawyer
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Katie Mae Sawyer Holloway, 96, died January 12, 2007. She was a member of Selma Baptist Church, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She enjoyed gardening and fishing. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and Bud Ballard, and Retha and Sam Tanner; 4 grandchildren; 2 step-grandsons; 16 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Ira Holloway; her parents Chattie and Mary Callie Taylor Sawyer; an infant daughter; her brothers, A.T. Sawyer and Chattie Sawyer; and an infant sister, Rosie. Interment was at Old Piney Cemetery under the direction of Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home.

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HOLLOWELL, Twyla
WYNNE, ARKANSAS: Twyla Hollowell, 78, died June 3, 2009. She was born November 18, 1930. She was a retired teller with Cross County Bank, and also worked at Wal-Mart. She attended McElroy United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Michael Hollowell and wife Robin of Wynne; a sister, Margaret Swearinger of Albany, GA; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Elmer Dallis and Florence Leona Knowlton Dallis; her husband, Raymond Hollowell; and two sisters, Juanita Mitchell and Mary Louise Menard. Interment was at Cogbill Cemetery under the direction of Kernodle Funeral Home.

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HOLMAN, Bertha Schlafke
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Bertha Adela Schlafke Holman, 87, died November 10, 2006. She was born January 7, 1919 to the late Charles and Caroline Drittler Schlafke. She was a homemaker, and attended Cross Roads Assembly of God Church. Survivors include four daughters, Betty Caldwell of Lamar, Wilma Middleton of Springdale, Shirley Hutchins of Clarksville, and Carolyn Goodin of Clarksville; three sons, Lloyd Lee Holman of Coos Bay, OR, Larry Holman of Clarksville, and Dennis Holman of Clarksville; 23 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Sims Holman. Services were held at Cross Roads Assembly of God Church. Burial was at Holman Cemetery in Lamar, AR under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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HOLMAN, Joy Meadors
HINDSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Joy LaVon Meadors Holman, 64, died July 28, 2005. She was a retired receptionist for Texas Instruments, and also worked for IBM and Microsoft. Survivors include three sons, Ron Garner of Highpoint, NC, David Garner of Fayetteville, and Michael Holman of Dallas; a sister, Francine Birchfield of Van Buren; three brothers, Doyle Meadors of Hindsville, Marshall Meadors of Alma, and Dennis Meadors of Van Buren; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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HOLMES, Mary Ellen
OSCEOLA, ARKANSAS: Mary Ellen Holmes, 89, died August 29, 2006. She was member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Evadale. She is survived by a daughter, Arie Holmes of Osceola; a son, Will Holmes, Jr. of Bassett; a sister, Avery Wilbur of Covington, MI; an aunt, Leola Walls of Marianna; 20 grandchildren; and 47 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery in Evadale under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Arthur D.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Arthur D. Holt died January 9, 2008. He was born January 27, 1926 to the late Freddie Holt, Sr. and Celie Ann Ice Holt. He was the oldest of eight children, and following the death of his parents, assumed responsibility for his siblings at the age of 12. He was a carpenter, and was known for his detailed kitchen cabinetry. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing guitar, gardening and singing. He was a founder of the End Of The Road Hunting Club. He is survived by his wife, Dovie Holt; his children, Cleo Holt (Shirlyn), Ruthie Holt, Diane Holt Tatum (Horace), Winnie Holt Wilson (Joe), Barbara Holt Holloway (Chris), Theodore Holt (Barbara), Jacqueline Holt Mitchell, Brenda Holt Watson, Amy Holt, Tina Holt, Kervin Holt, Donald Adams (Patrica), Stephen Scott, Robin Scott, Crystal Scott, and Joe Scott, Jr.; his siblings; his nephews and nieces; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Anointed House of Prayer. Arrangements were handled by Richardson Memorial Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Carrie M.
HIGHFILL, ARKANSAS: Carrie Marie Holt, 88, died December 2, 1996. Services were held at Highfill Baptist Church with Rev. Bruce Holland presiding. Interment was at Rogers Cemetery with arrangements handled by Burns Funeral Home of Bentonville, AR.

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HOLT, Darrell
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Darrell Holt, 59, died December 8, 2006. He was the son of Charley C. Holt and Bernice Griffin Holt. He is survived by two sons, Chip and Stephen Gray of Memphis, TN; a brother, Allen Griffin; and two sisters, Annetta Johnson of Heber Springs and Barbara Hensley of Vilonia. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Charles Holt. Interment was at the Vilonia Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Elvania Jones Cooper
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Elvania Jones Cooper Holt, 91, passed away on January 10, 2000. She was born on March 25, 1908. She attended Miles Chapel CME Church. She is survived by a daughter, Laura Cooper Bursey of Texarkana; a stepdaughter, Gladys Holt Williams of Texarkana; a brother and sister-in-law, Floyd and Jean Jones of Texarkana; a sister, Archie Mary Fuller of Los Angeles; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Miles Chapel CME Church with the Rev. Eric Victor officiating. Interment was at Fair Haven Cemetery with arrangements by Richardson Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Henry M.
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Henry Mitchell Holt, 60, passed away August 16, 2005. He was a logger and farmer. He is survived by his wife, Linda Lucille Smith Holt; three sons, Bryan Mitchell Holt of Oark, AR, and Henry Gilbert and Lloyd Lee Holt, both of Clarksville; two daughters, Theresa Lucille Holt of Springdale and Sheila Annette Martinez of Purdy, MO; two brothers, Harry Holt of Elm Springs, AR and Kenneth Holt of Decatur, AR; three sisters, Ruby Peacock of Omaha, AR, Glenna Young of Fayetteville, and Mary Vierra of Little Flock, AR; 13 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Amos Holt, Sr. and Anna Mae Morgan Holt; four brothers; and a sister. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Cox Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Holt and Rev. Amos Pledger officiating. Interment was at Lamar Cemetery in Lamar, AR with arrangements by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Houston
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Houston Holt, 78, died May 4, 1950. He was born in 1872. He was a retired fruit buyer. He was survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ernest Lawson; a sister; and a grandson. Burial was at Rogers Cemetery under the direction of Callison-Porter Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Martha Rogers
ENGLAND, ARKANSAS: Martha Jane Rogers Holt, 69, died August 14, 1968. She was the daughter of William Randolph Rogers and Frances Patterson Rogers. She was survived by a son, Earl Holt; three daughters, Pauline Cullen; Imogene Young; and Josephine Parnell; a sister, Ruth Hendrix; a brother, Dave Rogers; 18 grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at Richwoods Assembly of God with Rev. Odis Mitchell presiding. Burial was at Union Valley Cemetery under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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HOLT, Zula J. Jones
GILMORE, ARKANSAS: Zula Jane Jones Holt, 59, died October 16, 2005. She was a 3rd generation postmaster for the Gilmore Post Office. She attended the Tyronza Church of Christ, and was active in the Jones Connection Relay for Life. She was a former alderman for the town of Gilmore. Survivors include her husband, W.V. Holt, Jr.; two sons, Victor Holt of Jonesboro and James Holt of Tyronza, AR; three sisters, Christine Sullivan of Imboden, AR, Etta Mae Horton of Marion, AR and Roberta Shankle of Hardy, AR; five brothers, Henry Jones of Jackson, TN, David Jones of Harrisburg, AR, Daniel Jones of Batesville, MS, Dale Jones of Crawfordsville, AR, and Walter Jones of Marion, AR; and 2 grandchildren. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HOLZHAUER, Wilma
GILLETT, ARKANSAS: Wilma L. Holzhauer, 74, died January 30, 2003. She attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She is survived by two brothers, Johnny Holzhauer of Gillett, and Carroll Holzhauer of Little Rock; two sisters, Ruth Holzhauer of De Witt, and Alma Hinrichs of Baton Rouge; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Holzhauer; and two brothers, Orville Holzhauer and Herbert Holzhauer. Services were held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Interment was at the Gillett Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home.

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HOMAN, Ina
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Ina Marguerite Homan, 92, died January 10, 2005. She was a member of Light House Christian Fellowship Church, the Elks Club Auxiliary, and the Moose Lodge. Survivors include two sons, Robert Edward Homan of San Antonio, TX and Chuck Homan of Sherwood; a daughter, Lynne Holley of North Little Rock; two brothers, Lynn Vick of North Little Rock and George Vick of El Dorado; two sisters, Irene Rainwater of North Little Rock and Jeanette Riley of Beaumont, TX; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Owens Funeral Home. Interment was at Edgewood Memorial Park.

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HOMMEL, Thelma
PIGGOTT, ARKANSAS: Thelma Hommel, 92, died February 23, 2009. She was born January 25, 1917 to the late Will and Sarah Thompson Hopkins. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church of Piggott. She is survived by a son, Sonny Hommel of Kennett, MO; a daughter, Earline Little of Kennett; two grandchildren, Jerry Allen Little of Shreveport, LA and Deborah Ann Worthington of Cord; 7 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hilman Hommel; six brothers; and four sisters. Burial was at Post Oak Cemetery near McDougal under the direction of Ermert Funeral Home.

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HONEY, Chris
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Chris Honey, 41, died May 2, 2005. He was the owner of Arkansas Corporation Research Co. and he attended Central Baptist Church. Family members include his mother, Betty Sue Campbell Honey, and brother, Marc Honey, both of Hot Springs. Services were held at Brazzel Cornish Funeral Home Chapel in Prescott with Rev. Arlis East and Rev. Charles Loyd officiating.

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HONEY, Geneva
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Geneva Annette Honey, 43, died July 5, 2010. She was born April 8, 1967 to Freddie and Pearlie Honey. She is survived by three daughters, Krystal Honey, Kristie Honey, and Tiffany Honey, all of Hot Springs; a son, Tyrone Easter; four brothers, Bruce Honey of Clarksville, TN, and Arthur Honey (Sheryl), Michael Honey (Monica), and Lester Honey, all of Hot Springs; five sisters, Linda Oliphant (Stanton) of Trinity, TX, Vivian Real (Willie) of Trumann, and Loretta Blevins, Joann Honey, and Kathy Mitchell, all of Hot Springs; her parents; and 7 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jasmine Brown. Burial was at Mountain Pine Cemetery under the direction of Hot Springs Funeral Home.

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HONEYCUTT, Brenda J.
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Brenda Joyce Cecil Honeycutt, 61, died April 15, 2005. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Rebekah Lodge. She is survived by her mother, Billie Cecil of High Point, NC; a son, Barry Joe Billings of Piney Creek, NC; two daughters, Renee Adams and husband James and Crystal (Billings) France, all of Benton; a sister, Phyllis Mallicoat of High Point, NC; two brothers, Buddy Cecil and Bobby Cecil of Benton; a companion, Jim Babbs of Benton; 5 grandchildren; 6 nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Cletus Cecil. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park at Alexander with arrangements by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home.

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HONEYCUTT, John R.
OLA, ARKANSAS: John Riley Honeycutt, 86, died March 18, 1978. He was a retired farmer. He is survived by a son and a daughter; two brothers; a sister; 15 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Eugene Honeycutt. Services were held at Casa Baptist Church. Burial was at the Casa Cemetery under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service.

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HOOD, Rev. Charles
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Rev. Charles T. Hood, 75, died April 10, 2008. He is survived by four children, Melvie Rippond of North Little Rock, Jacqueline Marie Moncrease of Conway, David Hood of Greenbrier, and Rev. Charles D. Hood of Benton; 17 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; his cousins; his nieces and nephews; and his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, William L. and Viola Jenkins Hood; a daughter, Linda J. Halcrombe; and six siblings. Services were held at St. Paul Baptist Church in Little Rock. Interment was at the Menifee Community Cemetery under the direction of Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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HOOD, Gerald
LAKE CITY, ARKANSAS: Gerald Eugene Hood, 63, died June 30, 2006 in Lake City. He was born in Dixie. He retired from General Electric, and had formerly worked for the A.D.T. and Frolic Footwear. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lake City, and also attended Bowman Baptist Church. He was a member of the Lake City Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Patty Hood; two daughters and sons-in-law, Vanessa and Gene Rogers of Lake City and Celisa and Russell Wooten of Jonesboro; four brothers, Donald Hood of Lake City, Tommy Hood of Nesbit, MS, and Terry Hood and Randy Hood, both of Jonesboro; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Gladys Berg Hood; and a sister, Elizabeth Ann Hood. Burial was at Jonesboro Memorial Park under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.

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HOOD, Mollie
DARDANELLE, ARKANSAS: Mollie Hood died on September 28, 1895, and was born November 28, 1845. Interment was at Brearley Cemetery.

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HOOD, Sallie L.
WILSON, ARKANSAS: Sallie L. Smith Hood, 87, died January 31, 2006. She was born March 16, l918 to Joseph and Retha Williams Smith. She attended Keiser First Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening and crocheting. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Lavenda Hood of Wilson; a daughter and son-in-law, Bernice and Bobby Brock of Keiser; a brother, Dubb Smith of Holtville, CA; a sister, Jean Rainwater of Rayville, LA; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Hood; a brother; and a sister. Interment was at Mississippi County Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Roller-Swift Funeral Home.

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HOOKER, Mildred
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Mildred Marie Hooker, 88, died April 27, 2010 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. She was born October 7, 1921 in Trumann, AR to Claude and Fannie Belle Thomas Costley. She formerly worked at Emerson Electric and Pontiac Chair Co in Pontiac, IL, and was a member of Pleasant Valley Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and flowers. Survivors include four daughters, Barbara Hinkle of Yukon, OK, Patsy Long of Oklahoma City, OK, and Mary Corrigan and Joyce Neyman, both of Jonesboro; two sisters, Betty Cook of Trumann, and Irene Campbell of Tuckerman; two brothers, Claude Costley of Trumann, and Bill Costley of Searcy; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Hooker; her parents; and two brothers, Bryan and Avis Adren Costley. Intermnent was at Holly Springs Cemetery with arrangements by Emerson Funeral Home.

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HOOTEN, Henry W.
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Henry Wayne Hooten, 66, died October 6, 2009. He was born June 18, 1943 to the late Delbert Henry and Claudia Pauline Cline Hooten. He was a member of the First Baptist Church at Delaware. He is survived by three brothers, Jerry Hooten of Shell Knob, MO, Dane Hooten of Victor, NY, and Neal Hooten of New Blaine, AR. Interment was at West Mount Zion Cemetery near Clarksville with arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

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HOPKINS, Arthur
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Arthur De Ett Hopkins, 91, died May 5, 2004. He was born June 23, 1912 to Arthur Logan and Lotta Belle Bain Hopkins. He was a motel owner. He was a World War II Navy veteran, and served on the first diesel-powered submarine. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and the NRA. He attended the Unity Church. Among the survivors are his wife, Vida Hopkins; a son, William L. Hopkins of Arlington, VA; a daughter, Nanette Hopkins of Fayetteville; four stepsons, Dennis M. Danley of Moore, OK, Steven L. Danley of Perkins, OK, Jeffrey L. Danley of Springdale, and Donald E. Danley; a stepdaughter, Chere A. Williams of Norman, OK; 10 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Cremation and funeral arrangements were handled by Beard's Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Fayetteville, AR.

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HOPKINS, Leslie
HIWASSE, ARKANSAS: Leslie Hopkins, 48, died March 1, 1933. He was survived by two daughters, Irene Hopkins Hordon and Pauline Hopkins; a son, Ralph Hopkins; a brother, Horace Hopkins of Tulsa; and three sisters. Services were held at the Christian Church in Rogers. Burial followed at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

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HOPPE, Gwendolyn
HUMPHREY, ARKANSAS: Gwendolyn P. Hoppe, 89, died June 1, 2008. She was born November 13, 1918 to Thomas R. McComb and Ruby Grundy. She is survived by a son, Gerald W. Hoppe, Jr. and wife Jeannette of Fairview, TN; a daughter, Roberta Melkovitz and husband Steve of Humphrey; 4 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Gerald W. Hoppe, Sr.; four brothers; and two sisters. Interment was at Lone Tree Cemetery in Stuttgart, AR under the direction of Roller-England Funeral Home.

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HOPSON, Ninion E.
SEVIER COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Ninion E. Hopson died in 1863. He was born October 23, 1833. He was a Civil War soldier with Company G, 2nd Arkansas Mounted Rifles. Burial was at Hopson Cemetery.

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HOR, Heng K.
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Heng K. Hor, 57, died July 4, 2007. He was a native of Cambodia, and was born August 26, 1949. He was employed by Clarksville Junior High School, and attended the First Baptist Church of Clarksville. He is survived by his wife, Kuon Gina Heap; and his five daughters, Rebekah, Santheara, Marida, Nary, and Navy. Burial was at Oakland Cemetery with Rev. Darrell Bridges officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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HORAH, Ed
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Ed W. Horah, 86, died July 28, 1990. He was born June 7, 1904 to George W. and Dellie Ann Black Horah. He was a retired meat cutter. He was a member of the Prairie Grove Masonic Lodge. Among the surviving family members are his wife, Violet Vandever Horah; two sons, George Horah and Edward Horah; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Interment was at Prairie Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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HORKY, Henrietta G. Hegner
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, ARKANSAS: Henrietta G. "Etta" Horky, 90, died February 23, 2002. She was born September 28, 1911 to the late Klemment Hegner and the Emile Sejba Hegner. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, John W. and Marjorie Horky of Naperville, IL; a daughter and son-in-law, Lorraine and Charles Havelka of Hot Springs Village; 7 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Horky; her parents; four brothers; and five sisters. A private burial was arranged by CedarVale Funeral Home.

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HORN, Hettie
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Hettie Nell Horn, 80, died February 11, 2003. She was born February 25, 1922 to the late Will Mark Rogers and Sallie Lyle Rogers. She was a retired school teacher and a homemaker. She attended Lacey Methodist Church, but was a lifelong Presbyterian. She was a charter member of the William F. Slemons Chapter of United Daughters of the Confederacy, a member of the Colonel David Love Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Drew County Geneology Society, and the Drew County Historical Society. She is survived by a son, Roger Shelby Horn of College Station, TX; two daughters, Sara Margaret Wigley of the Prairie Chapel community and Susan Rebecca Williams of Little Rock; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Shelby Horn; 6 brothers; and 5 sisters. Services were held at the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello with Rev. Neil McCarter officiating. Burial was at Beulah Cemetery.

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HORN, Hoyt Muriel
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Hoyt Muriel Horn, 73, died December 25, 2008. He was born May 28, 1935 to the late Muriel and Clem Williams Horn. He was a member of the Assembly of God. He is survived by four cousins, Minnie McCormick of Van Buren, Helen Shelly and Faye Huff, both of Mulberry, and Bobby Russell of Eudora, KS; and an uncle, Chester Williams of Eudora. Interment was at Houston Cemetery in Alix under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home.

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HORTON, Ethel Jackson
LESLIE, ARKANSAS: Ethel Lillian Horton died September 22, 2007. She was born August 8, 1937 to M.S. and Cenith Still Jackson. She enjoyed the outdoors, and turkey hunting. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Clifford Horton; her daughters, Sandy Horton of Marshall and Rita Smith of Bentonville; a brother, Steve Jackson of Peoria, IL; her sisters, Pat Horton and Beverly Hester, both of Marshall; 2 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanette Horton; a brother, Manuel Jackson; a sister, Rebecca Ann Jackson; her parents; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Cypert Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Coffman Funeral Home.

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HORTON, Roger E.
DeWITT, ARKANSAS: Roger Earl Horton, 51, died November 27, 2006. He was born August 11, 1955 to Jodie and Lois Esielene Taylor Horton. He is survived by five brothers, Ray Taylor and Frank Horton of DeWitt, Clay Horton of Lonoke, David Horton of Dallas, TX, and Jimmy Horton of West Memphis; and three sisters, Jo Doris Bothwell of Dallas, TX, Estelle Dale of Little Rock and Lenora Pace of DeWitt. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services were held at Faith Baptist Church. Burial was at Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Essex Funeral Home.

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HOSEY, Chloe
NASHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Chloe Dove Hosey, 86, died March 30, 2008. She was born November 24, 1921 to James Edward and Mary Belle Garrett DeLoney. She was a retired housekeeper, and attended Central Baptist Church in Mineral Springs. She is survived by two daughters, Linda Burns of Salem, WI, and Mary Jo Nowell of Azel, TX; a son, Terry Hosey of Nashville; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Interment was at the Mineral Springs Cemetery with arrangements by Latimer Funeral Home.

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HOSEY, Pearl
MINERAL SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Pearl Hosey, 95, died February 10, 2007. She was born January 2, 1912 to the late William Elmer and Izora Walden Greenhaw Tullis. She was a homemaker, and attended New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Mineral Springs. She is survived by two sons, William Dale Hosey of Texarkana, AR and Jimmy Hosey of Nashville; three daughters, Arlene Martin of DeQueen, Sandra Hosey of Mineral Springs, and Dorothy Hill of North Little Rock; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ira W. Hosey; a son, Billy Wayne Hosey; a sister; and 5 brothers. Services were held at New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at the New Shiloh Cemetery with arrangements by Latimer Funeral Home.

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HOSIER, Violet
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Violet Gillman Hosier, 85, died July 30, 2003 at the Arkansas Methodist Hospital. She was born March 18, 1918. She was a former resident of Harrisburg, and was of the Pentecostal faith. Survivors include six sons, Joe W. Hosier of Lafe, Reuben A. Hosier of Arkansas, John R. Hosier of Worden, IL, George W. Hosier of Cottage Hills, IL, and Mickey Hosier and David H. Hosier, both of Paragould; six daughters, Ann Cupp of West Monroe, LA, Carolyn Bridges of Martin, TN, Ola Mae Morris of McLeansboro, IL, Bertha Lopez of Saginaw, MI, and Mary Davis and Betty Hackworth, both of Paragould; her grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hosier. Interment was at Holly Springs Cemetery in Harrisburg under the direction of Jackson's Harrisburg Funeral Home.

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HOUCHIN, Linda
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Linda Faye McFarlin Houchin, 65, died October 17, 2006. She was born July 25, 1941. She retired from E.I. DuPont. She was a member of the Church of Christ, and enjoyed fishing. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Houchin; a sister, Shirley Mooney of Cherokee Village, AR; a brother, Mitchell "Mickey" Bray of Jonesboro; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, A.H. "Mutt" and Thelma Bray; and three infant brothers. Services were held at Gregg Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro with Bro. Graig Stull officiating. Burial was at Caraway Cemetery in Caraway, AR.

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HOUCK, Dr. W.A.
RHEA, ARKANSAS: Dr. W.A. Houck, 60, died March 14, 1905. He was a Confederate Civil War veteran, and lost an arm in combat. Burial was at the Rhea Cemetery with honors by the Prairie Grove Camp of Confederate Veterans.

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HOUSE, Alexis L.
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Alexis Louise House, 50, died May 15, 2003. She was born August 31, 1952 to Edward Howard and Billie Louise Williams House. She was a medical secretary, in addition to serving as the founder and president of a regional Parkinson's Disease program. She attended the Berryville Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Among the survivors are her daughter, Heather Louise and her husband Onnie of Osage, AR; two brothers, Greg and his wife Tina House, and Lawrence and his wife Sheila House, all of Shell Knob, MO; a sister, Valerie Harris of Shell Knob; two nieces; seven nephews; a great-niece; and her caregiver and ex-husband, Stuart Rodriguez. She was predeceased by her father, Edward House. Services were held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service.

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HOUSE, Betty
PLAINVIEW, ARKANSAS: Betty Jean Hartley House, 71, died April 23, 2004. She was born March 21, 1933 in Cabot, AR to Bruce and Bessie Hartley. She was a member of the Jesus Name Pentecostal Church in Plainview. Survivors include her husband of 38 years, Loyle V. House; two sons, Mickey Croy of Memphis, TN, and Richard Croy of Birmingham, AL; two daughters, Connie Priest of Mayflower, and Deborah (Buddy) Whitfield of Roland; a stepdaughter, Teri Brown of North Little Rock; three sisters, Sarah Barnhart of Sherwood, Jhonnie (Ed) Dedmon of Harrah, OK, and Jacqueline (Ted) Turner of Florida; a brother, Tommy (Becky) Hartley of Plainview; 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were held at the Maumelle Assembly of God Church. Interment was at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery.

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HOUSEHOLDER, Robert E.
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Robert E. Householder, 86, died August 14, 2003. He was born October 16, 1916 to the late Henry Householder and Stella Freeman Householder. He was a farmer and a grain elevator operator. He was a Methodist. Survivors include his wife, Lottie Lowe Householder; two sons, Floyd (Maxine) Householder of Trumann, and Bob (Linda) Householder of Jonesboro; a daughter, Stella Collier of Rector; a brother, Doyle Householder of Paragould; three half-brothers, William Sylvester Householder of Van Buren, Lester B. Householder of Hayti, and Larkin Householder of Paragould; five half-sisters, Lema Seymore of Caruthersville, Mary Anders and Loretta Chandler of Paragould, Joyce Christie of Alma, and Agnes Brisher of Hayti; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Jeff Householder; a daughter, Betty Bracken; two brothers, Arthur and Loyd Householder; and three half-sisters, Lora Alexander, Vera Bess and Bonnie Householder. Burial was at Woodland Heights Cemetery in Rector, AR under the direction of Irby Funeral Home.

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HOUSER, Ida E.
SCRANTON, ARKANSAS: Ida Esthel Houser, 90, died May 8, 2007. She was born January 13, 1917 to Ira E. and Rhue Edwards Rice. She attended the Holiness Church in Scranton. Survivors include a daughter, Kathleen Banning of Scranton; a son, Russell Houser of Hiram, GA; a sister, Melba Palarino of Cecil; and a granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Houser; and a son-in-law, Jackie Banning. Interment was at McKendree Cemetery with arrangements by Smith Mortuary, Inc.

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HOUSTON, Earl M.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Earl M. Houston, 92, died August 13, 1975. He was born May 9, 1883 to Robert and California Hall Houston. He was survived by two sons, Clinton Houston and Clifford Houston; a daughter, Ethel Adams; a brother, Will Houston; 11 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Nelson Funeral Home with Rev. Vivian Rhodes officiating. Burial was at Oakland Cemetery.

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HOWARD, James E.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: James E. "Zeb" Howard, 69, died April 29, 2009. He is survived by his mother, Genetria Howard of Humphrey, AR; a son, Charles (Nicole) Stigger of Sherwood; five brothers, William (Leslie) Howard of Humphrey, Lawrence (Barbara) Howard of Wabbaseka, Clarence (Linda) Howard of St. Louis, MO, Floyd (Vickie) Howard of Humphrey, and Lathan (Betsy) Helem of St. Louis, MO; three sisters, Norma Jean Jones, Mattie Howard of St. Louis, MO, and Ethel Nunn of Milwaukee, WI; 13 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren, two of whom he raised, Andrea and Valyncia Stigger of Stuttgart; and other relatives and friends. Arrangements were handled by Presidential Funeral Home.

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HOWELL, Cleaty
CAVE CITY, ARKANSAS: Cleaty Howell, 93, died July 5, 2003. She was born July 8, 1909 to John Wesley and Maggie Louis Garland. She was a member of Sidney Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Walter McHatton of Little Rock and Douglas McHatton of Auburn, KS; five daughters, Vivian Kifer of Shawnee, KS, Jean Colangelo of Olathe, KS, Margaret Towers of Heber Springs, Kathy Davies of Ormand By The Sea, FL, and Jackie McHatton of Henderson, KY; four stepsons, Willard Howell of Springfield, MO, Tom Howell of Oposha, MO, Richard Howell of St. Charles, MO, and Kenneth Howell of Poplar Bluff, MO; three stepdaughters, Evelyn Webster of Naylor, MO, Georgia Stevens of Poplar Bluff, MO, and Brenda Howell of Omaha, NE; 18 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Homer McHatton; her second husband, Nathan Howell; a son, Wesley McHatton; a daughter, Monica Kifer; a brother, Bill Garland; a grandson, Dennis McHatton; and a granddaughter, Shelley Mattix. Burial was at Evening Shade Cemetery with arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home.

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HOWELL, John W.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John W. Howell was killed in action during World War II on May 29, 1943. He served with the U.S. Army. He was born June 17, 1910. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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HOWELL, Jowanda R. Camp
HEBER SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Jowanda Ruth Camp Howell died December 16, 2003. She was born October 27, 1946. Survivors include her husband of 38 years, Chuck Howell; a daughter, Casson Brock and husband Eric of Haskell; a son, Justin Howell and companion Elizabeth Hulsey of Fayetteville; 2 grandchildren; her mother, Barbara Lewis Camp of Newport; a brother, Lanny Camp and wife Karen of Newport; a sister, Loria Ivie and husband Jimmy of Little Rock; two brothers-in-law, Jerry Howell of Steele, MO and Perry and Codean Howell of Hermitage, MO; a mother-in-law, Marie Howell of Steele, MO; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Albert Camp; all of her grandparents; and her beloved dog, Buffy. Services were held in the Olmstead Chapel with Rev. Bennie Foster officiating. Interment was at the Heber Springs Cemetery with arrangements by Olmstead Funeral Home.

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HOYLE, Jessie
ALREAD, ARKANSAS: Jessie M. Hoyle, 96, died September 15, 2009. She was born March 31, 1913 to the late John and Emma Tolbert Sanders. She is survived by a son, Leonard Hoyle of Clinton; three daughters, Marie Jackson of Crabtree, and Lavone Medlock and Marceleen Medlock and husband L.M., all of Clinton; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Celestial Q. Hoyle; a son, Harlin C. Hoyle; two brothers; and three sisters. Interment was at Pleasant Grove Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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HOYT, W.C.
PHILLIPS COUNTY, ARKANSAS: W.C. Hoyt, a Civil War veteran of Co. C, Young's Regiment, died on March 5, 1862. Burial was at the Van Buren Cemetery in Crawford County.

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HRYCZSYN, Stanley J.
MARKED TREE, ARKANSAS: Stanley Joseph Hryczsyn, 87, died December 26, 2004. He was a retired truck driver, and was a Catholic. Survivors include his friends at the Three Rivers Nursing Home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wesley and Mary Hryczsyn. Interment was at Shady Grove Cemetery at Evadale under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home of Tyronza, AR.

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HUBBARD, Celia Avo
GRANNIS, ARKANSAS: Celia Avo Hubbard died April 21, 2006. She was born February 12, 1922 to the late Alec and Ida Mays Martin. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughters, Bronda Kuykendall of Cove, AR, Martha Norman of Nashville, AR, and Pearl Pritchett of Grannis, AR; her sons, Leroy Hubbard and Dewayne Hubbard of Cove, and Donnie Hubbard of Puyallup, WA; two brothers, Clifton Martin of Vinta, OK, and Buddy Martin of Oak Grove, AR; two sisters, Norma "Tootsie" O'Connor of Ozark, AR, and Geneva Lyman of California; 20 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Hubbard; her parents; a daughter, Verdalee Hubbard; and two brothers. Services were held at the Oark Community Church with Rev. Timothy Vanderford officiating. Burial was at Oark Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Cox Funeral Home of Clarksville, AR.

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HUBBARD, Maude
LUXORA, ARKANSAS: Maude Hubbard, 89, died February 18, 2007. She attended Zion Chapel Church. She is survived by a daughter, Alma Williams of Luxora; a sister, Birdie Mae Ross of Blytheville; 14 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Hubbard; her parents; two sisters; a brother; and a grandchild. Services were held at Zion Chapel with Rev. Melvin Taylor officiating. Burial was at Luxora Cemetery with arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home.

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HUBBARD, Verne
DOVER, ARKANSAS: Verne Hubbard died October 2, 1941. He was born April 13, 1924 to W.S. and Florence H. Hubbard, who survived him. Burial was at Gravel Hill Cemetery.

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HUBER, Albert
WEINER, ARKANSAS: Albert Huber died on July 19, 1943. He born on November 7, 1864 to Kasper and Rosina Baumann Huber. He raised cattle and bison, and was a rice farmer. He served as the mayor of Weiner, chairman of the school board, and director of the Bank of Weiner. He attended the first Christian Church of Weiner. He was survived by his wife of over 50 years, Daisy Bubee Huber. They had five children. Interment was at Oak Grove Cemetery in Weiner, AR.

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HUCKABEE, William L.
MARSHALL, ARKANSAS: William Lewis Huckabee died November 29, 1912. He was born December 3, 1830. He was a Confederate Civil War veteran, and served with Company C of the 38th Arkansas Infantry. Interment was at Watts Cemetery.

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HUDDLESTON, Thomas Y.
EVENING SHADE, ARKANSAS: Capt. Thomas Y. Huddleston died April 25, 1901. He was born in 1822. He was a farmer until the Civil War, and then served in McCarvers' 14th Arkansas Infantry, the 38th Arkansas Infantry, Captain Gray's Company, and eventually rose to the rank of Captain. Following the war, he was elected to three terms as Sheriff of Sharp County. He was survived by three children, James P. Huddleston, Mrs. R.W. Bandy, and William Huddleston. Interment was at Evening Shade Cemetery.

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HUDSON, Avrol
MARIANNA, ARKANSAS: Avrol Odessia Hudson, 98, died February 8, 2006. She was born February 12, 1907. Survivors include a daughter, Alma Weatherford, of Moro; a sister, Leedell Fitts, of Little Rock; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelby Hudson; a son, Shelby Hudson, Jr.; a sister, Ollie Poe; and a brother, Virgil Wheeler. Funeral services were held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, followed by interment at Marianna Memorial Park.

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HUDSON, Lizzie
GEORGE'S CREEK, ARKANSAS: Lizzie Hudson, 24, of George's Creek, AR (Marion County), died in the early autumn of 1897. She was survived by her husband and an infant child. She was the daughter of Lynn Adams, and her father-in-law was James Hudson. Interment took place at Hickory Grove Cemetery.

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HUDSON, Lola B. King
DES ARC, ARKANSAS: Lola Belle King Hudson died May 25, 1988. She was born June 5, 1930 to Oris Fitzhugh and Florence Adams King. She was the wife of Louis Hudson. Interment was at Welcome Home Cemetery.

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HUDSON, Zelda
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Zelda Ollie Brooks Hudson, 93, died September 4, 2004. She was born December 29, 1910 to Robert L. Brooks and Nora Ollie Pierce Brooks. She was a homemaker, and attended Central Avenue United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Paul Hudson, Jr. of Artesia, NM; two daughters, Clara McDuffee of El Paso, TX and Mrs. Leon Crow of Cave City, AR; a sister, Litchford Gamel of Batesville; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul B. Hudson; a brother, Joseph Case Brooks; and a sister, Happel Brooks Terrell. Services were held at Central Avenue United Methodist Church with Rev. Marcia Dodd officiating. Burial was at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville with arrangements by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.

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HUDSPETH, Frank
YELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Frank Hudspeth died February 22, 1905. He was born May 1, 1821. He was survived by his wife and several children. Interment was at George's Creek Cemetery.

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HUDSPETH, John W.
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: John W. Hudspeth, 88, died March 6, 2006. He was born November 4, 1917 to Alfred Hudspeth and Mary Etta Reese Hudspeth. He attended First Baptist Church in Searcy, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Opal Hudspeth; a daughter, Barbara Watkins and husband Haron of Cabot; a brother, Frank Hudspeth of Trinidad, CA; a granddaughter, Jolinda Hamilton and husband J.D. of Clinton; and 4 great-grandchildren. Internment was at White County Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Roller-Daniel Funeral Home.

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HUELLE, Rheaba
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Rheaba Jettie Carr Huelle, 76, passed away March 29, 2004. She was born December 3, 1927 to the late James Nally and Dolly Ross Carr. She was a licensed practical nurse and a Jehovah's Witness. Among the survivors are a son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Lisa Huelle of Russellville; five daughters and two sons-in-law, Francine and Bobby Justus of Atlanta, Ga., Dianna Bethell of Russellville, Dolly Dreier of Russellville, Pam Lee of Russellville, and Ruth and Scotty Burch of Hector; a brother, J.N. Carr of Witts Springs; a sister, Ruth Harmony of Alberta, Calif.; 15 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Huelle; two sisters, Ruby Carr Pack and Juanita Hurst; and four brothers, Robert, Lewis, Dewey and Bobby Carr. Interment was at Nogo Cemetery under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service.

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HUEY, Mamie M.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Mamie May Huey, 86, died December 22, 1979. She was born January 23, 1893 to Alfred and Maggie Hannah Hutchens. She attended the First Christian Church. She was survived by a niece, Lois Cunningham; and several other nieces and nephews. Services were held at the chapel of Luginbuel Funeral Home, followed by interment at the Prairie Grove Cemetery.

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HUFFMAN, Marshall S.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Marshall Huffman served with the U.S. Army during World War II, and was killed in action on December 16, 1944. He was born July 24, 1924. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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HUFFMASTER, Richard
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Richard "Dick" Huffmaster died on February 23, 1899. He was born April 23, 1820. He was a Presbyterian deacon. Survivors include two sons; five daughters; a brother; and four sisters. Burial was at Bluff Cemetery in Springdale, AR.

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HUFFSTETLER, Jack
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Jack Huffstetler, 79, died September 24, 2006. Survivors include his wife, Alene; three daughters, Charlotte Bryant, Patricia Huffstetler, and Marsha Hanes, all of North Carolina; a stepdaughter, Linda Travis of Alma; two sons, Steven Huffstetler of Lavaca and Jack Huffstetler, Jr. of Uniontown; a sister, Mary Woodward of Fort Smith; two brothers, Jim Huffstetler of Arizona and Don Huffstetler of Van Buren; 20 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Ocker Funeral Home. Burial was at Gracelawn Cemetery.

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HUFFSTUTTLER, Eunice
COLT, ARKANSAS: Eunice Bonds Huffstuttler, 92, died August 3, 2004. She was born October 5, 1911 to Joseph Bonds and Leta Peevey Bonds. She was a member of the Colt United Methodist Church for over 60 years, where she taught Sunday School, played the piano, and was active with the Methodist Women's Society. Survivors include a son, Ted Huffstuttler of Colt; a daughter, Ouida Brawner of Wynne; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver K. Huffstuttler; and a sister, Tolise Tittle. Burial was at Hughes Cemetery with arrangements by Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home.

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HUGG, William M.
STRAWBERRY, ARKANSAS: William Melvin Hugg, 92, died May 1, 2002. He was the son of Authar and Lula Milligan Hugg. He retired from the Vulcan Corporation, and was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by a son, Lanny Hugg of Strawberry; a daughter, Lynn Huckaba of Clarksdale, MS; two stepsons, John D. Richey of Batesville, and Jerry Ray Richey of Bono; a stepdaughter, Joanne Davis of Smithville; a sister, Glenna Mattie of Reno, NV; 14 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Opha Lawson Hugg. Services were held at the Strawberry Church of Christ. Burial was at Old Lebanon Cemetery near Eaton with arrangements by House-Gregg Funeral Home.

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HUGGINS, Ola
CORNING, ARKANSAS: Ola Mae Huggins, 98, died June 6, 2003 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was born December 4, 1904 in Corning. She was a member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church, and a 50-year member of Rebekah Lodge #54. She is survived by a daughter, Eula Watson of Corning; a son, James Huggins of Corning; a sister, Rachel Ellis of Grand Junction, CO; 5 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Tom Huggins; a daughter, Winnie Mabrey; her parents; a brother; a sister; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Richwoods Cemetery by Ermert Funeral Home.

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HUGGINS, Trulen
MULBERRY, ARKANSAS: Trulen Huggins, 92, died December 21, 2006. She was a homemaker, and attended the Mulberry Church of Christ. Services were held at Mulberry Church of Christ. Burial was at Rankin Cemetery with arrangements by Shaffer Funeral Home.

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HUGHART, Grace E.
GREENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Grace Edith Hughart, 91, died April 14, 2007. She retired from Weldon, Williams & Lick. She attended the United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include two sons, Jim Hughart and Tom Prince, both of Greenwood; and two sisters, Louise Austin of Fort Smith and Francis Robinson of Huntington. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Hughart. Interment was at Liberty Cemetery in Greenwood under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home.

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HUGHES, John J.
WALDRON, ARKANSAS: John J. Hughes, 70, died July 28, 1964. He was born April 30, 1893. Among the survivors are his wife, Aughtie Hughes; two sons, Aldon and James; a stepson, Swain; a brother, Vander Hughes; two sisters, Martha Hughes and Mrs. Ila Hawkins; and a grandchild. Services were held at the Square Rock Methodist Church with Rev. Truman Spurgin presiding. Interment was at the Square Rock Cemetery with arrangements by Rice Funeral Home.

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HUGHES, Richard C.
BISCOE, ARKANSAS: Richard Carroll Hughes, 87, died June 21, 1986. He was a retired farmer, and a member of the Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife, Bertha Mae Martin Hughes; five sons, Elemuel Hughes of Hazen, David Hughes of Whittier, CA, R.C. Hughes of Ozark, Jim Hughes of South Haven, MI, and Richard "Scott" Hughes of Biscoe; four daughters, Mrs. Itha Petty of Biscoe, Mrs. Marie Williams of Ozark, and Mrs. Wanda Sears and Mrs. Geneva Morris, both of Des Arc; a sister, Mrs. Dovie Brand of Carlisle; 38 grandchildren; 83 great-grandchildren; and 45 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Des Arc First Assembly of God Church. Burial was at Biscoe Cemetery with arrangements by Garth Funeral Home.

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HUGHES, Violet R.
WINSLOW, ARKANSAS: Violet Ruth Ramey Hughes, 81, died November 7, 1989. She was born February 23, 1908 to Charlie and Macy Caroline Hutchens Ramey. She was a homemaker, and attended the Winslow Church of Christ. She is survived by two sons, Garland Hughes of Oklahoma City and James C. Hughes of Winslow; a daughter, Lois Combs of Fayetteville; two brothers, Raymond Ramey of Oakdale, CA and Gordon Ramey of Fayetteville; a sister, Mary Jane Hopson of Lexington, OK; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Brentwood Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home.

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HULBROK, August
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: August Hulbrok, 69, died September 26, 1933 from injuries received in a fall. He was born in Germany on January 21, 1864 and came to America in 1884. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lena Louise Sickmann Hulbrok. He then married Henrietta Sickmann. He was survived by a son, Paul Hulbrok; a daughter, Ella Phinney; two grandchildren; and five brothers. Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church with members of the Odd Fellows lodge presiding. Burial was at the City Cemetery.

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HULETT, Maggie
OSCEOLA, ARKANSAS: Maggie Bell Hulett, 104, died March 12, 2004. She was a a retired store owner. She was born February 1, 1900, and attended St. Mark AME Church in Osceola. Survivors include two nieces, Mozetta and Della Whitfield of Osceola; three nephews, Luther Whitfield of Osceola, Alonzo McDonald of St. Louis, and Frisco McDonald of Pine Bluff; and a brother, John Cargo of Washington, DC. Services were held at St. Mark AME Church with Rev. Moses Green officiating. Burial was at Whiteside Cemetery under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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HULL, Carmel
DARDANELLE, ARKANSAS: Carmel G. Hull, 96, died June 17, 2003 at Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born December 14, 1906 in Havana, AR to Marcus P. and Sally Elsie Reynolds Caldwell. She was a member of Unity Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Markie Ward of Dardanelle; a sister, Mary Martin of Dardanelle; a brother, Bill Caldwell of Little Rock; 2 granddaughters; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Hull; two sons, Eldridge Wilton and James Hull; two sisters, Maxine Caldwell and Mae Martin; and three brothers, Reece, Ben and Henry Caldwell. Interment was at Chickalah Methodist Cemetery under the direction of Cornwell Funeral Home.

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HULSE, Emily
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Emily Hulse, 51, died January 12, 1919. She was born in 1868. Interment was at Mount Comfort Cemetery under the direction of undertaker J.F. Moore.

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HULSEY, Mildred
MT. IDA, ARKANSAS: Mildred Arvilla Fisher Hulsey, 82, died August 12, 2006. She was born January 10, 1924 to the late William and Martha Dement Fisher. She is survived by her husband, Andrew Hulsey; a daughter and son-in-law, Peggy Etta Hulsey Anderson and Ronnie of Lonoke; four sons and daughters-in-law, Andrew William and Jackie Hulsey of Wintersprings, Fla., John Howard Hulsey and Joe Lud Hulsey of Lonoke, and Jack Hal and Sheila Hulsey of McRae, Ark.; and two sisters, Jennie L. Vanderford and Susie E. Brakefield. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother; and six sisters. Interment was at the Stanley-Standridge Cemetery with Bro. Paul Burke officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Thornton Funeral Home.

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HUM, Anthony J.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Anthony John Hum, 51, died September 19, 2006. He was born March 26, 1955 to the late William C. and Nelda Marie Jones Hum. He is survived by his son, John Blake Hum and his fianc�e, Athena Denney, both of Cabot; a brother, Billy Hum and wife, Cindy; a sister, Tina Rose and husband, Kenny; two nephews, Ronnie Rose and Chad Hum; and two nieces, Rebecca Hum and Autumn Rose, all of Jacksonville. Services were held at Zion Hill Baptist Church, followed by burial at Sumner Cemetery under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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HUMAN, Judith J.
HUGHES, ARKANSAS: Judith June Human, 62, died April 18, 2007. She was born December 18, 1944 to Lowell and Edith Durham. She was a homemaker, and enjoyed fishing and gardening. She is survived by her husband, Albert Human; two sons, Mark Diffee of Hot Springs, and Scott Diffee of North Little Rock; her stepchildren, Allen and Daniel Human, Donna Mitchell, Audrey Smith, and Barbara Barlow, all of Hughes; and 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Marianna Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HUMBLE, Bessie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Bessie Humble, 80, died February 10, 2009. She was born July 28, 1928 to the late Mertyle and Frank Humble. She was the oldest of five siblings. She retired from Coleman Dairy after 30 years of service, and attended Henderson United Methodist Church. She is survived by her siblings, Harold Humble, Dorothea Humble of Little Rock, Nita Faye Lee of Heber Springs, and Sue and Jimmy Ward of Beebe; her nieces and nephews, Kathy and Ronnie Burgess of Redfield, Frankie Ward, Mark Ward, Eddie and Jeana Ward of Beebe, and Shawn and Angela Hall of Little Rock. Services were held at Henderson United Methodist Church. Interment was at Bethesda Cemetery in Rose Bud, AR under the direction of Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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HUMBLE, Ruby L.
DeVALLS BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Ruby Lucille Humble, 81, passed away February 29, 2004. Survivors include a sister, Pauline Owen of Des Arc; 2 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery in DeValls Bluff under the direction of Westbrook Funeral Home.

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HUME, Grant
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Grant Hume died April 18, 1942. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Spanish-American War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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HUMMEL, Millie
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Millie Bell Hummel, 96, died October 15, 2005 in Rogers. She was born October 10, 1909 in Pea Ridge, AR to Horace Walker and Pearl Bollain Walker. She had worked as a nurse's aide at Wilmouth Nursing Home, and was a member of the Rogers Christian Church. She is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Roy and Betty Hummel of Farmington, and Jimmy Hummel, and Bob and Shelia Hummel, all of Rogers; a sister, Roxie Neal of Tontitown; 4 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pat Hummel; a sister, Effie Walker; two brothers, Joe Walker and Roe Walker; and a daughter-in-law, Patsy Hummel. Interment was at the Rogers City Cemetery under the direction of Benton County Funeral Home.

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HUMPHRIES, John E.
JUDSONIA, ARKANSAS: John Earl Humphries, 83, died February 4, 2004. He was born April 13, 1920 to Edgar and Lillie Humphries. He was a graduate of Harding College. He was a retired business administrator, and was of the Baptist faith. He was a World War II veteran and a recipient of the Purple Heart medal. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Bernice Johnson Humphries; his children, Janie of Louisville, KY, Bill of Eagle River, AK, Gwen Ross of Concord, CA, and Earlece Pearce of Marietta, GA; two brothers, Guy of Judsonia and Neal of Rison; a sister, Juanita Pinegar of Searcy; 5 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Judsonia. Interment was at Evergreen Cemetery by Powell Funeral Home.

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HUNGATE, Lillie
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Lillie Marie Tackett Caudle Hungate, 87, died January 12, 2002 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. She was born October 17, 1914 in Fayetteville to William Henry and Elizabeth Gaulden Tackett. She had worked as a department store manager, and was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Kenneth R. Caudle of Fayetteville; two sisters, Maxine Smith and Alice Davenport, both of Fayetteville; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and her great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Ridgeview Baptist Church. Burial was at Baptist Ford Cemetery with arrangements by Beard's Funeral Chapel.

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HUNT, Helen
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Helen Kesterson Hunt, 89, died February 17, 2006. She was born March 5, 1916 to the late Lester and Mattie West Cogbill. She was a member of Harmony Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Kenneth Kesterson of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Floey Cogbill Presley and Clara Cogbill Lee, both of Arkansas; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Robert Kesterson and Toyal Hunt; two sons, Stevie Wayne Kesterson and Glen Kesterson; a brother, Jessie Cogbill; and two sisters, Edna Culpepper and Vera Eastwood. Services were held at Harmony Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at Harmony Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Service.

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HUNT, Janette
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Janette Hunt, 81, died March 2, 2004. She was born March 7, 1922 in Magnolia to Overton and Ruby Phillips Hunt. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. She is survived by two sisters, Sue Williams (Bob) of Waldo, and Dorothy Duncan of Magnolia; a niece; a nephew; 2 great-nieces; 3 great-nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Ruby Hunt; and a brother-in-law, Charles Duncan. Interment was at the Magnolia City Cemetery.

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HUNT, Thomas E.
GREERS FERRY, ARKANSAS: Thomas Edward "Eddy" Hunt, 47, died February 3, 2008 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. He was born August 23, 1960 in Heber Springs to Ben and Lois Hooten Hunt. He owned a restaurant. He was a longtime Cleburne County resident, and was a Razorbacks fan. Survivors include three sons, Chastin Hunt of Fayetteville, and Benji Hunt and Brent Hunt, both of Greers Ferry; his mother, of Greers Ferry; two sisters, Linda Hunt Bittle (Johnny) of Greers Ferry, and Brenda Hunt Bates (Gerald) of Higden; two brothers, Ernie Hunt (Sherry) of Greers Ferry, and Ben Hunt, Jr. of Fayetteville; his caregiver, Tammy Marple of Fayetteville; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; and a son, Andrew Chase Hunt. Services were held at Shiloh Cross Roads Church. Interment was at Shiloh Cross Roads Cemetery by Olmstead Funeral Home.

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HUNTER, Clifford
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Clifford C. Hunter, 82, passed away December 31, 1998. He was born October 27, 1916 to Jesse Carl and Mabel Wood Hunter. He attended St. Mark's Episcopal Church. Survivors include his wife, Pearl Hunter of Crossett; a brother, Doc C. Hunter of Lake Village; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church with Rev. George Hart and Terry Pitzer officiating. Interment was at Pinewood Memorial Park with arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.

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HUNTER, David E.
MURFREESBORO, ARKANSAS: David Edmond Hunter, 65, died December 7, 2009. He was the son of the late Charles Edmond and Floy May Anderson Hunter. He was a self-employed electrician. He is survived by two sons, Charles Allen Hunter of Little Rock and Chase Hunter of Stamps; three daughters and sons-in-law, Christi and Tracy Banks of Nashville, Lisa and John Peters of Hot Springs, and Lauren and Terry Ogle of Stamps; his nieces and nephews; 5 grandchildren, a great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, James Truitt Hunter and Jerry Hunter. Cremation arrangements were handled by Smith Funeral Home.

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HUNTER, Della
VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Della Hunter, 48, died June 15, 1937. She was the daughter of Jim and Mollie Hunter. Interment was at Huie Cemetery.

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HUNTER, Ethel
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Ethel Pearl Hunter, 71, died March 12, 1992. She was born March 23, 1920 to William and Ancie Kilgore Keeton. She attended Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Springdale, and was a retired food service worker. She is survived by a son, Kirby Klutts of Springdale; a daughter, Irene Davis of Springdale; two brothers, Thomas Keeton of Phoenix, AZ and Arvel Keeton of Jasper; three sisters, Ollie Villines and Opha Carlton, both of Low Gap and Goldie Giles of Alamogordo, NM; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Low Gap Full Gospel Church with Rev. Robert Fairchild presiding. Burial was at Low Gap Cemetery with arrangements by Memorial Funeral Home.

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HUNTER, John R.
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: John Robert Hunter, 22, died April 30, 1970. He was a casualty of the Vietnam War. Interment was at East Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

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HUNTER, Joseph J.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Joseph J. Hunter died January 13, 1942. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Spanish-American War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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HUNTER, Lorraine
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Lorraine Denise Hunter, 57, died June 4, 2011. She was born March 22, 1954 in Star City to the late Cleveland Wainright, Sr. and Mazzie Wainwright. She is survived by her husband, Clem Hunter; a son, Jwan Jordan of Denton, TX; three sisters, Allene Hunter, Venary Turner, and Betty Rhodes, all of Star City; four brothers, Cleveland Wainwright, Jr, Kevis Wainwright, Willie Wainwright, and James Spencer; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held at Westside Baptist Church. Interment was at Jones Cemetery in Star City under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

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HURCOMBE, Eddie
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Eddie Hurcombe, 41, died August 15, 2005. He attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Van Buren. Survivors include his mother, Rachel Hurcombe of Van Buren; and a sister, Connie Lutz of Van Buren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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HURLEY, Henry J.
HOWARD COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Henry J. Hurley died July 18, 1904. He was born in December of 1840. He was a Civil War veteran, having served with Company I of the 27th Mississippi Infantry. Interment was at Galena Cemetery.

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HURN, David, Sr.
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: David Hurn, Sr., 93, died November 10, 2006. He was born November 27, 1912 to John Hurn and Lizzie Dodd Hurn. He was a farmer. He is survived by eight daughters, Louella Wiseman of Davenport, IA, Clara Chapman, Betty Pettes and Sarah Hurn, all of Detroit, MI, Hester Crawford of Freeport, IL, Lucy Woods of Kansas City, Fannie Goodwin and Mae Jo Lattimore of Forrest City, and Laura Hines of Marion; four sons, David Hurn of Oklahoma City, OK, Nelson Hurn and Don Hurn, both of Jonesboro, and Troy Hurn of Moro; 70 grandchildren; and 91 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Hurn. Services were held at Fresh Anointing Ministries. Burial was at Paradise Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.

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HURN, Thomas
RANDOLPH COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Thomas G. Hurn died December 23, 1941 in Randolph County. He was born February 9, 1876 in Randolph County to Jim and Nancy M. Spikes Hurn. Burial was at Spikes Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home.

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HURST, Myrtle Mae
MONETTE, ARKANSAS: Myrtle Mae Hurst, 107, died December 13, 2001. She was a retired school teacher. She was a member of the Garden Club and the Retired Teachers' Association. She attended the First Baptist Church of Monette. She is survived by a daughter, Patsy Dell Robert of Cape Girardeau, MO; two grandchildren, Bob Hurst, Sr. and Barbara York, both of Monette; 7 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver H. Hurst; five children; a sister; and four brothers. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Monette. Burial was at Monette Cemetery by Gregg Funeral Home.

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HUTCHERSON, Billy Hays
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Billy Hays Hutcherson, 63, died May 9, 2005. He was born August 25, 1941 to the late Mary Elizabeth Sweeden Hutcherson. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a member of the Atkins Riding Club. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Hutcherson; a daughter and son-in-law, LaRhonda and Jeff Womack of Atkins; a son, Stephen Paul Hutcherson; and 4 grandchildren. Burial was at the Atkins City Cemetery with arrangements by Lemley Funeral Service.

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HUTCHESON, Eddie L.
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Eddie Lee Hutcheson, 57, died December 30, 2005. He was born July 30, 1948. He was a factory worker, and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Stout Hutcheson of Trumann; a son, Danny Hutcheson of Florida; three daughters, Samantha Moody, Angela Austin and Claudia Hutcheson, all of Trumann; his parents, Rose Hutcheson of Tupelo and William Hutcheson of Trumann; two sisters, Jean Jamison of Tupelo and Carolyn Hazzard of Georgia; a brother, Billy Wayne Hutcheson of Venona, MS; and 6 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Wilson Funeral Home.

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HUXTABLE, Jeanetta Cooper
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Jeanetta Cooper Huxtable, 88, died March 30, 2007. She was born August 14, 1918 to the late Walter Morris Cooper and Lois Boon Cooper. She was a bookkeeper for Byrnes and Turner Insurance Company, and was a member of Church of Christ. Survivors include four daughters, Kitty Cunningham of Sanlean, TX; Kay Baker of Harrisburg, AR; Kerry Gregory of Spring, TX, and Kim Crosthwait of Franklin, TN; three sons, Fulton Huxtable of Sunrise, FL; Tom Huxtalbe of Memphis, TN, and Richard Huxtable of Destin, FL; a nephew, Richard Hall; 16 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was the widow of John A. Huxtable. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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HYDE, Billie J. Barclay
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Billie Jean Barclay Hyde, 78, died February 26, 2007. She was the former owner of the Cloverdale Beauty Salon, and attended Henderson United Methodist Church. Survivors include her sons, Lonnie R. Barclay and Ronald Barclay; her brothers, Sterling Workman and Ricky Workman; and a sister, Betty Lou Workman. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Donald Barclay and Walter Hyde. Interment was at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander with Rev. Kevin Lyon officiating. Arrangements were handled by Little Rock Funeral Home.

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HYDE, Donald G.
EUDORA, ARKANSAS: Donald Gene Hyde, 46, died June 17, 2005 following an airplane crash. He was an agricultural pilot for over 30 years, and had worked for Ward's Flying Service of Eudora for 24 years. He attended Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Survivors include a brother, David Hyde of Ozark; a sister, Kathy Grigsby of Ozark; and an aunt and uncle, Ruth and Johnny Brison of Ozark. Interment was at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Eudora with arrangements by Bishop Funeral Home.

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HYDE, Taby Day
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS; Taby Hyde, 84, died December 27, 2005. She was born May 17, 1921 to Harry and Goldie Day. She retired from General Motors, and attended Griffin Memorial United Methodist Church. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary R. and Sandra Kingston of Paragould, and Mike and Cyndy Kingston of Altamonte Springs, FL; a brother, Gerald Day of Paragould; two sisters, Ruth Round of Paragould and Susie Wilmount of Cleveland, OH; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Hyde; her parents; three brothers, Buck Day, Bill Day, and an infant brother; a sister, Helen Day Orlean; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Michael Sutton officiating. Burial was at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

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HYMAN, Ronnie G., Sr.
PEA RIDGE, ARKANSAS: Ronnie Gene "Sarge" Hyman, Sr., 59, died June 27, 2006. He was born June 5, 1947 to Rogene and Fannie Jean Byers Hyman. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, and retired from the military after over 20 years of service. He worked as a Safety Director for Bekaert Corporation, and was a lifetime member of the VFW. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Dover Hyman; two sons, Ronnie Gene Hyman, Jr. and wife Christina Hyman of Bella Vista and Michael Hyman of Bella Vista; a brother, Rogine Hyman and wife Nan Hyman of Irving, Texas; three sisters, Laquita King of Austin, Texas; Teena and husband Glen Proctor of Berryville, Arkansas and Ronda and husband Perry Hulse of Dallas, Texas; 3 grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas with arrangements by Rollins Funeral Home.

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HYSO, Brenda
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Brenda Joyce Hyso, 69, died May 2, 2012 at Siloam Springs Regional Hospital. She was born May 14, 1942 in Mansfield, AR to Theo and Ruth Farr Black. She worked as a convenience store manager. She was a former longtime resident of Fort Smith, and had lived in Siloam Springs for ten years. She had also lived on the West Coast. She enjoyed cooking, antiques and animals. She is survived by her husband, Howard Hyso; two daughters, Brett Lovell of Siloam Springs, and Megan Hulse (Chris) of Fort Smith; a son, Scott Daniel Hyso of Van Buren; a sister, Barbara Jean Daniels of Watts, OK; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Colcord Church of Christ in Colcord, OK. Arrangements were handled by Wasson Funeral Home.

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INGE, Cecial
BARLING, ARKANSAS: Cecial O. Inge, 94, died September 13, 2005. She was a homemaker, and attended the Assembly of God church. Survivors include four daughters, Dorothy Hicks and Inita Chronister, both of Barling, Naomi Taylor and Donna Cole, both of Lavaca; two sons, Henry Inge of Mulberry and Marvin Inge of Greenwood; two sisters, Dola Whorton of Rocky Ford, CO, and Faye Tidwell of Fort Smith; three brothers, Jack and Eddie Wilson, both of Pocola and Troy Wilson of Crescent City, CA; 19 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 22 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Inge. Services were held at the First Free Will Baptist Church in Greenwood. Burial was at Cross Cemetery in Greenwood with arrangements by McConnell Funeral Home.

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INGRAM, Audrey J.
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Audrey Jean Ingram, 49, died August 28, 2004 at her residence. She was a retired waitress, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Ann Scott of West Memphis; a brother, Aubrey Jay Ingram of Fayetteville; two sisters, Carolyn Baldwin of Black Rock, and Peggy Ann Olive of West Memphis; and 3 grandchildren. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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INGRAM, Bealah
HUMNOKE, ARKANSAS: Bealah H. Ingram, 80, died June 9, 1970, and was born August 13, 1889. Survivors include two daughters, Clara Hartwick of Humnoke, and Inez Herton of Little Rock; three sons, Floyd Ingram of Hot Springs, and Allen and Chester Ingram, both of Humnoke; two sisters; three brothers; 6 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Humnoke. Burial was at Union Valley Cemetery under the direction of Todd Funeral Service. Note: One record spells the first name Beaulah.

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INGRAM, Ouida
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Ouida Ragland Ingram, 91, died December 27, 2004. She was born October 8, 1913 to Robert Floyd and Ella Mae Fleming Ragland. She was a secretary for the Georgia-Pacific Forestry Division for 40 years. She attended the First Baptist Church of Crossett, where she served as church clerk, and was on the Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include a brother, Billy Jack Ragland of Crossett; 3 nieces, Fran Willis Stone of Crossett, Judy Thrasher Naughter of Baton Rouge, LA, and Betty Golden Burton of West Monroe, LA; a nephew, Gene Golden of Marietta, GA; 7 great-nieces; 3 great-nephews; and 19 great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Monty P. Ingram; a daughter, Mary Beth Brewer; four sisters, Inez Willis, Vivian Golden, Helen Ragland and Jane Ragland; and two brothers, Robert S. Ragland and Rev. Paul R. Ragland. Services were held at the chapel of Jones Funeral Home in Crossett with Rev. Larry White officiating. Burial was at Pinewood Memorial Park.

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INIQUEZ, Pamela Sue
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Pamela Sue Iniquez, 48, died April 11, 2007. She was born February 25, 1959 to Nevada Sue Chadwick Hernandez and the late William John Temple, Sr. Survivors include six children, Danny Tail of South Dakota, Shellena Castillo of Cabot, Shon Temple of Indianapolis, Alicia Iniquez, John Iniquez and Stacey Iniquez all of Cabot; her mother, Neveda Hernandez of Indianapolis, IN; two sisters, Theresa Temple and Brenda Shultz; and a brother, William Temple, Jr. all of Indianapolis; and 3 grandchildren. Interment was at Mount Carmel Cemetery under the direction of Thomas Funeral Service.

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INMAN, Arlis W.
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Arlis Wayne Inman, 72, died December 05, 2006. He was born November 28, 1934 to Bert and Bernice Snow Inman. He worked for Daisy Manufacturing. Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Inman; a daughter and son-in-law, Terri and Jordan Sullivan of Avoca, AR; a son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Mary Inman of Siloam Springs; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery in Avoca, AR under the direction of Benton County Funeral Home.

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IRBY, Hattie
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Hattie Irby, 76, died December 12, 2005. She was born February 27, 1929 to the late Sam and Ella Shelton Key. She is survived by three sons, Mack C. Irby of Little Rock, Willie Lee Irby of Pine Bluff and Albert Irby of Star City; a daughter, Mary Ann Irby of Pine Bluff; 17 grandchildren; and 31 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Main Street Church of God in Christ. Burial was at Henson Memorial Gardens.

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IRELAND, Margaret
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Margaret Trueba Ireland, 90, died November 7, 2006 in Prairie Grove. She was born October 11, 1916 in Flagstaff, AZ to Jose and Amalia Hermosa Trueba. She was a former resident of Rogers, AR. She is survived by 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin J. Ireland; a daughter, Mary Lynn Oliver; a son, Melvin C. Ireland; and four brothers. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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IRVEN, Rachel
WOODSON, ARKANSAS: Rachel Irven died March 7, 1922. She was a member of the Order of Twelve Knights and Daughters of Tabor. She is buried at Kuykendall Cemetery.

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IRVIN, Willie Lee
WILMOT, ARKANSAS: Willie Lee Irvin, 84, died December 4, 2003. She was a homemaker, and attended Sweet Home Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Elijah Whitaker of St. Louis, MO, and Leroy Whitaker of Wilmot; nine daughters, Mary Hymes, Mary Whitaker, and Bernice Davis of Wilmot, Emma Lee Whitaker and Mary Bea Williams of California, Mae Liza Smith of Parkdale, Mary Jackson and Alfreida Houston of Little Rock, and Mamie Hollins of Texarkana; a brother, Julius Whitaker of Wilmot; a sister, Willie Mae Payne of Chicago, IL; 51 grandchildren, 115 great-grandchildren, and 25 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eli Whitaker; her parents, Jake and Francis Willis McPhearson; and three bothers, Albert Edwards, Frank Moore and Sylvester Cooke. Services were held at Sweet Home Baptist Church with Rev. Albert Fenceroy officiating. Burial was at the Jim Smith Cemetery under the direction of Cromwell Funeral Home of Hamburg, AR.

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ISAACS, Georgia
MULBERRY, ARKANSAS: Georgia La Vada Watson Isaacs, 81, died October 15, 2006. She was a homemaker, and attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Alma. Survivors include six daughters, Phyllis Nelson and husband Mike of Collierville, TN, Shirley Allen of Alma, Glenda Schuster and husband Leon of Spiro, Aline Griffin and husband John of Alma, Wilma Winborn and husband Buddy of Alma, and Brenda Morse and husband, Doug of Eagle River; two sons, Eldon Isaacs and wife Lesa of Mulberry, and Clinton Isaacs and wife Debra of Mulberry; two sisters, Johnny Marie Case of Springdale, and LaWanda Wantland of Springdale; three brothers, Harold Watson of Miami, OK, Jesse Watson of Claremore, OK, and Hollis Wayne Watson of Springdale; 30 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Isaacs; a son, Billy Isaacs; a grandson, Brian Cullen; two great-grandsons, Tristyn Sirratt and Brandon Ramos; and her parents, Marie and John Watson. Services were held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Alma. Interment was at Oak Bower Cemetery in Mulberry with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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ISBELL, Annie Bell
MANILA, ARKANSAS: Annie Bell Isbell, 63, died July 7, 2000. She is survived by a daughter, Kathy Kirk of Etowah, AR; a son, Rickey Isbell of Etowah; a brother, Vernie Sutterfield of Manila; and a grandchild. Burial was at Garden Point Cemetery.

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ISENHOWER, Dorothy Swain
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Dorothy Inez Swain Isenhower, 83, died March 15, 2005. She was born May 13, 1921 to John Morgan Swain and Addie L. Lindley. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Benton. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a son, Roger Searl. Survivors include her husband, Marshall Isenhower; two daughters, Marsha Watts and Betty J. Long, both of Benton; two sons, Paul Isenhower of Lonsdale and Martin Isenhower of Haskell; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held at First Lutheran Church in Benton with Rev. James Burns officiating. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, AR under the direction of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home.

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ISLAND, James D.
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: James D. Island died March 13, 2007. He was born June 22, 1955 to John Island and the late Nannie Bell Island. He held a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Arkansas University, and was a master plumber and electrician. He owned Island and Sons Construction, and worked for Chemtura-Great Lakes Chemical for nearly 30 years. He attended New Bethel Baptist Church, where he served as chairperson of the Trustee Ministry. He is survived by his wife, Gwenda Brock Island; two sons, Eric (Tristal) Island and Brandon D. Island, both of El Dorado; a daughter, Yashica Island of Portland, OR; his father, John Island of San Francisco, CA; three brothers, Andrew Charles of San Francisco, CA, and Ricky Island and Ibn Abdullah, both of El Dorado; four sisters, Barbara Jean McGuire of Hayward, CA, Nadine Island of Stephens, and Ella Faye and Elizabeth Island, both of El Dorado; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nannie Bell Island; and a sister, Linda Ann Island. Services were held at New Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Patterson officiating. Interment was at Lott Burgy Cemetery with arrangements by Sims Mortuary.

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ISOM, Harold
BONO, ARKANSAS: Harold "Hootie" Isom, 52, died December 17, 2002. He was an employee of the City of Jonesboro Street Department. He is survived by a son, William Dwayne Isom of Bono; a daughter, Sherry McGinnis of Bono; a stepdaughter, Angila Scott of Harrisburg; his mother, Nola Isom of Bono; two brothers, Joe and Jerry Isom of Bono; a grandchild; and 10 step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Isom. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro with Danny Murphy and Ralph Wallace officiating. Burial was at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

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ISOM, Melissa
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Melissa Isom, 88, died May 3, 2009. She was born June 4, 1920 to the late Thomas A. and Minnie Maxwell Hill. She was a mail carrier for 27 years, and enjoyed gardening and sewing. She is survived by two sons, Allen Isom and Hubert Isom (Joyce), both of Clinton; a brother, G.H. Cochran of Atkins; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a great-great grandchild; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Isom; her parents; a daughter, Elsie Isom; a daughter-in-law, Anna Belle Isom; three brothers, Ed, Thomas, and Marshall Hill; and two sisters, Wanda Warren and Juanita Sowell. Burial was at Bluffton Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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ISON, Willie Mae
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Willie Mae Ison, 64, died February 28, 2002. Survivors include her husband, Tommie Earl Ison Sr. of West Memphis; two daughters, Virginia Green of West Memphis and Earlene Moore of St. Louis; eight sisters, Tealor Blaxton of Seffner, Fla., Marie Mull of Chicago, Joretha Howard, Juanita Edwards and Maxcine Artis of West Memphis, Mattie Noble, Flossie King and Lossie Lipscomb of Forrest City; two brothers, Calvin Jimmerson of Forrest City and T.J. Jimmerson of West Memphis, 12 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the 15th Street Church of God in Christ in West Memphis with burial at Paradise Garden. Arrangements were handled by Anthony-West Memphis Funeral Home.

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IVESTER, Margaret Des Jardin
GRADY, ARKANSAS: Margaret Des Jardin Ivester, 99, died March 8, 2007. She was born May 10, 1907 to Octave C. and Lena Bloom Des Jardin. She earned a B.A. degree in English at the University of Arkansas in 1929. She taught elementary school for many years. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, traveling and gardening, and was a member of the Grady Garden Club and the Audobon Society. She attended the Grady United Methodist Church, where she played piano and organ, and directed the children's choirs. She is survived by three children, Mary Rider of Oxford, AL, Jane Townsend and husband James of Pine Bluff, and John Hermann Ivester and wife Carolyn of Little Rock; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Hazel Briscoe of Russellville and Ruby Schilling of Irving, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 70 years, John L. Ivester. Services were held at Grady United Methodist Church with Rev. David Moseley officiating. Burial was at Grady Cemetery under the direction of Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Directors.

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IVORY, Lucious
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Lucious Lee Ivory, 78, died April 25, 2011 in Little Rock. He was born September 23, 1932 in Farmerville, LA to the late Anderson and Ella Mae Hogan Ivory. He retired from A.O. Smith Co. in Milwaukee, WI, and was a Jehovah's Witness. He is survived by two sisters, Lovie Murry and Linnie Parker, both of Star City; and a brother, Lewis Ivory of Monticello. Interment was at Lincoln Memorial Lawn in Varner under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

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IVY, Artie Mae
MARVELL, ARKANSAS: Artie Mae Cowell Ivy, 95, died November 10, 2006. She was born June 27, 1911 to the late Jessie Monroe Cowell and Leona Mae Dixon Cowell. She attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughters, Mildred Griffith and husband Don, and Louise Whitson and husband Woodard, all of Marvell; a son, Raymond Ivy and wife Sandra of Arnold, MO; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 19 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Spencer Ivy; three sons, Spencer Ivy, Jr., Frank Ivy, and Howard Ivy; a brother, Frank Cowell; a sister, Eunice Rodden; and an infant sister. Burial was at Central Cemetery in Lexa with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Helena, AR.

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IVY, Francis M.
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Francis Marion Ivy, 76, died April 4, 1957. He was a former railroad worker. He was survived by his wife, Elsie Masters Ivy; three sisters; and three brothers. Burial was at Rogers Cemetery under the direction of Callison-McKinney Funeral Home.

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JACK, Elvira
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elvira Jack died December 11, 1874. She was the wife of William A. Jack, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors included her husband and six children. Services were conducted by Rev. John Mayes, followed by interment at Son's Chapel Cemetery.

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JACK, William L.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: William LeRoy Jack, 79, died January 13, 1996. He was born September 30, 1916 to J.W. and Elfie Tucker Jack. He retired from the V.A. Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Harriett Jack; a daughter, Marilyn Stevenson; a stepdaughter, Sandra Skelton; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a step-grandchild; and 2 step great-grandchildren. Interment was at Fairview Memorial Gardens under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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JACKSON, Bonnie
WARD, ARKANSAS: Bonnie Thelma Jackson, 76, died June 19, 1986. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Beebe. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Jackson; a son, Donald Jackson of Hughes; two daughters, Ruth White of Little Rock, and Imojene Midyett of Bolivar, TN; two brothers, Delton Hefner and Tobe Hefner, both of Lincoln Park, MI; four sisters, Margie Sawyer of Little Rock, Fern Ramsey and Wanda Baldridge, both of Heber Springs, and Myra Nell Ward of Hazelwood, MO; 6 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at W.L. Westbrook Funeral Home. Burial was at Antioch Cemetery.

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JACKSON, Cenith
MARSHALL, ARKANSAS: Cenith Lillian Jackson passed away September 18, 2007. She was born May 1, 1916 to Uriah and Anna Sarah Clemson Still. She attended the Pine Grove Church. Survivors include a son, Steven Jackson of Astoria, IL; her daughters, Ethel Horton of Leslie, AR (d. September 22, 2007), Patricia Horton of Marshall; Beverly Hester of Marshall; a brother, Uriah "Son" Still, Jr. of Marshall; her sisters, Sarah Young of Little Rock, Ann Manhart of Sherman, TX, Barbara Dawson of Flordia, and June Middleton of Little Rock; 20 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband M.S. Jackson; her parents; and a brother. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Coffman Funeral Home with Marcus Treadwell officiating. Burial was at Grandview Cemetery.

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JACKSON, Elbernice
GREENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Elbernice Jackson, 69, died December 26, 2005. She was a respiratory inhalation therapist, and a Jehovah's Witness. She is survived by her husband, Robert Lee Jackson; three daughters, Rhonda Kendall of Russellville, Teresa Whitehead of Greenwood, and Barbara McCaffity of Wichita Falls, TX; two sons, Craig Buckman of Greenwood and Robert Jackson of Huntington, AR; a brother, Joe Moudy of Springdale; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. Services were held at McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood, followed by burial at Earl Ladd Cemetery in Danville, AR.

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JACKSON, Freedom
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Freedom Jackson died January 1, 1863. He was a Civil War soldier, and served with the 3rd Independent Battery of the Iowa Light Artillery. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, AR.

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JACKSON, Johnnie Mae
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Johnnie Mae Jackson, 63, died May 8, 2004 at a local hospital. She was born February 16, 1941 in Lewisville, AR. She was a retiree. She was a member of Community Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Hershel Moore of Texarkana; two sons, Presby Martin and Robert Martin of Texarkana; two sisters, Julia Ann Sambrano and Thelma Williams; four brothers, Willie Williams, Wilbert Williams, Arthur Williams, Jr., and Bobby Williams; 4 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Park Avenue Baptist Church. Interment was at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Haynes Mortuary.

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JACKSON, Kenneth
WARD, ARKANSAS: Kenneth Jackson, 87, died August 24, 1990. He was a retired cotton ginner, and was a Presbyterian. He is survived by a daughter, Ruth White of Little Rock; and three sisters, Maysel Wilson of Lonoke, Ruby Short of Beebe, and Gwendolyn McCulloch of Searcy. Services were held at Sylvania Presbyterian Church with Rev. Stan Bongarden officiating. Burial was at Antioch Cemetery by W.L. Westbrook Funeral Home of Beebe, AR.

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JACKSON, Sylvester, Sr.
HETH, ARKANSAS: Sylvester Jackson Sr., 79, died March 3, 2002. He is survived by a daugher, Rheamonia Glenn of Earle; four sons, Thaddis E. Jackson, Sylvester Jackson, Jr., and Clifford Jackson of Heth and Richard Jackson of Earle; a sister, Tommie Hamilton of St. Louis; 23 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Friendship M.B. Church in Heth. Burial was at Jackson Cemetery in Heth with arrangements by Anthony Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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JACKSON, Vivian
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Vivian Martin Jackson, 53, died February 10, 2008. She is survived by two sons, Gregory (Lauren) Jackson II of Houston, TX and Geoffrey Jackson of Little Rock; her mother, Rosie Martin of Jackson; three brothers, Larry (Dorissa) Martin, Earl (Gloria) Martin, and Rev. Carl Martin; six sisters, Yvonne (Elijah) Bennet, Janice (Lawrence) Nelson, Althea Martin, Kathy (Alonzo) Terry, Lillian (Brenson) Parks, and Christine (Ronnie) Wilson; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Greater Christ Temple Pentecostal Church. Arrangements were handled by Robinson Mortuary.

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JACOB, Daisy
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Daisy Jacob, 55, died May 14, 2002. Survivors include her husband, Bruin Jacob; a daughter, Tiffany Jacob of Conway; two brothers; and two sisters. Services were held at Davis Memorial Church of God in Christ in Crossett. Interment was at Westview Cemetery under the direction of Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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JACOBS, Charles
VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Charles Jacobs died December 13, 1938. He was born August 2, 1864. He was a veteran of the Spanish-American War and World War I. Survivors include two brothers and a sister. Burial was at Settlement Cemetery.

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JACOBS, Della M.
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Della Mae Jacobs, 72, died June 11, 2005. She was born January 22, 1933 to Benjamin Moser and Mary Copeland Moser. She was a seamstress and an Orthodox Catholic. She enjoyed reading and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Jacobs; a son, James F. Jacobs, Jr.; and a sister. Interment was at the Bentonville Cemetery with Fr. Mike Sinkler presiding.

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JAGITSCH, Richard N.
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Richard Nathan Jagitsch, 77, died November 30, 2004. He was born April 7, 1927 to the late Robert Frederick Jagitsch, Sr. and Dorothy Mae Jones Jagitsch. He was a pilot, and sold aircraft for over fifty years. He was a member of the Aircraft Owners Pilots Association and the Arkansas Trail Riders Association. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and attended the Conway Seventh Day Adventist Church. He is survived by his wife, Nancy M. Jagitsch; a daughter, Ann Jagitsch of Colorado Springs, CO; two stepdaughters, Lisa Andrews and Leslie Ragland, both of Conway; a stepson, Del Craven of Conway; two brothers, Robert Jagitsch of Harrison and John Jagitsch of Springfield, IL; a sister, Elizabeth Virginia Call of San Diego, CA; and 6 grandchildren. Services were held at the Conway Seventh Day Adventist Church. Arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway, AR.

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JAMES, Carolyn Brown
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Carolyn James, 55, died October 19, 2003. She was born August 15, 1948 to the late Lloyd C. Brown, Sr. and Alberta Brown. She was a self-employed childcare provider. She attended Unity Temple Church of God in Christ, where she was a choir member, soloist, and Sunday School teacher. She also joined the Word Is Life Church Ministry. She is survived by two sons, Herman D. Brown and Tyrone James, both of Pine Bluff; two daughters, Onie Elouise Deveaux and Karen Jenkins, both of Pine Bluff; three brothers, Lloyd Brown, Jr. of Rison, Eugene Brown of Grand Rapids, MI, and Victor Brown of Pine Bluff; five sisters, Betty Brown and Mattie Brown, both of Chicago, Linda Brown of Milwaukee, Ruthie Brown of Pine Bluff and Barbara Brown of Detroit; 15 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jenny Brown. Services were held at Unity Temple Church of God in Christ with pastor Mertha Woods officiating. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden under the direction of Christian Way Funeral Home.

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JAMES, Robert E.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Robert Estil James, 52, died January 24, 1997. He was born December 20, 1944 to Raleigh and Elizabeth Dreher James. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Glenna M. James; a son, Keith E. James of Lincoln; his mother; a brother, Richard James of Topeka, KS; and two step-daughters, Marlene Milcoc of Hollister, MO and Charlene Stordahl of Oak Grove, AR. Cremation arrangements were handled by Moore's Chapel Funeral Home of Fayetteville, AR.

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JAMES, Therman L.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Therman Lee James, 84, died November 9, 2006. He was born June 15, 1922 to the late Charlie James and Mary Thomas James. He was a retired truck driver for Dial Wholesale Grocery, and attended St. Paul Baptist Church in Brinkley, AR. He is survived by five sons, Therman James of Conway, Donald James and Gregory James both of Pine Bluff, Carey James of Little Rock, and Eric James of Dallas, TX; five daughters, Ruby James of Sherwood, Beverly Henderson of Conway, Doris Stigall of Jacksonville, Patricia Grant of North Little Rock, and Roslyn James of Conway; 26 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with interment at Haven Rest Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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JAMESON, Arizona
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Arizona Jameson, 82, died September 22, 2005. She was a retiree of Whirlpool, and attended the First Baptist Church in Arkoma. She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Jameson. Survivors include three daughters, Anna Young of Arkoma, LaNelle Stiles and Mary Schuster, both of Fort Smith; a foster daughter, Jewell Duhon of Sulpher, LA; 6 sisters, Zelma Van Brunt of Azusa, CA, Thelma Edwards of Roland, Pauline Hollingsworth and Elva Ferguson, both of Fort Smith, Betty Rowlett of Wichita, KS, and Joyce Gabbard of Greenwood; 12 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Services were held at First Baptist Church in Arkoma. Interment was at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery with arrangements by Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith, AR.

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JANES, Opal
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Opal Riddels Janes, 90, died September 27, 2004. She was born June 18, 1914 to Clyde and Tassie Mae Coffey Riddels. She was a homemaker, and attended the First Assembly of God Church in Berryville. Survivors include two daughters, Juanita Miller of Green Forest, and Lou Archer of Berryville; two brothers, Guy Riddels of Berryville, and Carl Riddels of Yuma, AZ; two sisters, Alice Boggs of Gordonville, TX, and Iona Hamel of Wilberton, OK; 5 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Janes; her parents, Clyde and Tassie Riddels; an infant son; a great-grandson; a brother; and two sisters. Services were held at the First Assembly of God Church in Berryville, followed by interment at Moore Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service.

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JANESKO, Msgr. John A.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Monsignor John Albert Janesko, 84, died June 19, 2009. He was the former pastor of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Stuttgart and Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Slovak, AR. He served as a Catholic priest in Arkansas for over 55 years. He attended St. John Home Mission Seminary, and was ordained to the priesthood in 1952. He had two brothers who were also priests in Arkansas. He served with Our Lady of Good Counsel in Little Rock, St. Joseph's in Tontitown, St. John the Baptist in Engelberg, St. Michael's in Hardy, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Our Lady of Fatima in Benton, and Ss. Cyril and Methodius. He retired in 2009. He was named a Monsignor in 2004. Services were held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial was at the Janesko family plot in Slovak with arrangements by Turpin Funeral Home.

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JANEWAY, Jimmie D.
BERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: Jimmie Don Janeway, 66, died December 20, 2003. He was born November 9, 1937, to Gomer Jackson and Irene K. Roberts Janeway. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked for twenty years as the manager of Medical Rentals in Berryville, and also at the Berryville Pawn Shop. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is survived by his wife, Donna Phillips Janeway; three daughters, Carolyn Verheye and Jacqueline Sorce, both of Berryville, and Christy Jackson of Huntsville; two sons, Jim Janeway, Jr. of Wasilla, AK and Michael Hattenhauer of Fort Benning, GA; a brother, Delroy Janeway of Berryville; a sister, Noreen Phillips of Berryville; 8 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; his nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lou Janeway; his parents; and a brother, Jack Janeway. Interment was at the Berryville Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Service.

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JAROSH, Ethel G. Worden
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Ethel G. Jarosh, 82, died February 6, 1991. She was born January 4, 1909 to Bert and Tena Worden. She was the retired owner of the Colonial Courts in Prairie Grove. She is survived by a son, Carl E. Robert of New Caney, TX; a brother, Stewart Worden of Ponca City, OK; and two grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, AR.

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JASAY, Ralph W.
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Ralph William Jasay, 91, died November 30, 2006. He was born May 3, 1915 to the late Louis Jasay and Minnie Donham Jasay. He was a retired parts manager for Jackson Chevrolet and Cadillac in Monticello, and was also a mechanic at a prisoner of war camp in 1941 during World War II, and at Ryburn Motor Company. He was a Mason for over 50 years, and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. He is survived by a daughter, RaLue Jasay of Monticello; 2 granddaughters; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Reynolds Jasay; four brothers, Louis Jasay, Vince Jasay, Marion Jasay, and Woodrow Jasay; and two sisters, Lena Jasay and Velma Cloud. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery under the direction of Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home.

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JEFFCOAT, Troy
BRYANT, ARKANSAS: Troy Oren Jeffcoat, 80, died September 25, 2008. He was born February 21, 1928 to the late Othar and Octavene Brown Jeffcoat. He was a former Little Rock policeman, and later served as the Hazen chief of police. He is survived by a daughter, Lanette Bailey (Larry); three stepdaughters, Rita Grumbles (Tom), Angie Niebling (Walter), and Maysie Allmond (Kenneth); a grandson; a great-grandson; 7 step-grandchildren; and 5 step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Thweatt Jeffcoat; a sister; his parents; and a son-in-law, Larry Bailey. Interment was at Butler Cemetery with arrangements by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home.

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JEFFERSON, Denny C.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Denny C. Jefferson died June 6, 1945. He was a casualty of World War II. He was born September 26, 1920. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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JEFFERSON, Napoleon
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Napoleon Jefferson, 56, died November 24, 2010. She was born June 12, 1954. She is survived by her husband, Ivory Jefferson, Sr.; a son, Travis Jefferson; two daughters, Tracy (Curtis) Woods and Ollie (Chanor) Jasper; and 5 grandsons. She was preceded in death by a son, Ivory Jefferson, Jr. Services were held at Pilgrim Progress Baptist Church. Burial was at Arkansas Memorial Gardens.

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JEFFERY, Ambrose
MOUNTAIN VIEW, ARKANSAS: Ambrose Jeffery died September 13, 1900. He was a lawyer in Mountain View. Survivors include his children, Fanny Johnson, Laura, Edwin, William, Owen, Clarence, Eugene, Attie, Finis and Irene. He was preceded in death by his wife, Indiana Hayes Jeffery; two daughters, Bertha and Allie; and a son, Henry. Burial was at the Foster McMurtry Cemetery.

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JEFFERY, India
MOUNTAIN VIEW, ARKANSAS: Indiana Frances Irene "India" Hayes Jeffery died at the family home on Sylamore Road on March 4, 1898 from complications of childbirth. She was the daughter of Thomas Hayes and Mary Smith. She married William D. Bishop, who was killed in the Civil War. They had two children, Mary in 1859, and John in 1862. She married Ambrose Jeffery in 1868 and they had several children together. She was survived by her husband, Ambrose; a daughter, Sarah and son-in-law Bill Johnson, and children in the home, Laura, Willie, Eddie, Owen, Claren, Eugene, Attie, Finis and an infant daughter, Irene. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Bertha and Allie, and a son, Henry. She is buried, along with her husband, Ambrose, two daughters, Allie and Bertha Virginia, and a son, Henry Hayes, at the Foster McMurtry Cemetery.

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JEFFERY, Johnnie
CROSS COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Johnnie Jeffery died June 25, 1952. He was born April 8, 1895. He was a veteran of World War I. Interment was at Wynne Cemetery.

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JEFFERY, Girstine
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Girstine Jeffery, 87, passed away May 3, 2007. She is survived by her daughters, Jewel Wofford, Jaunita Owens, Demetrice Guydeon, Mary Ann Wofford, Betty McCullough, Laverange Davis, Lillie Arnold, Deborah Brown, Rose Stovall, Glenda Carter, Pearl St. Clair, Earnestine Holt and Hattie B. Holt; her sons, George Jeffery, Jr., Frederick Jeffery, Larry Jeffery, Andre' Jeffery, Arthur Holt, Freddie Holt and Willie Lee Holt. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Jeffery, Sr.; and two daughters, Rosie Lee Toliver and Leatha Mae People. Services were held at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Stuttgart. Interment was at Mount Pisgah Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Memorial Funeral Home.

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JEFFORD, Winona
FLORAL, ARKANSAS: Winona Arnold Jefford, 86, died July 12, 2010 in Batesville. She was born February 27, 1924 in Bradford, AR to Ross and Susie Bickers Arnold. She was a lifelong member of Floral Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Roger Jefford of Floral, and Ron Jefford of Searcy; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.L. Jefford; her parents; and a brother, Charles Arnold. Services were held at Floral Baptist Church. Interment was at Cedar Grove Cemetery under the direction of Qualls Batesville Funeral Service.

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JEFFREY, Delois Jean
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Delois Jean Jeffrey died July 24, 2002. She attended Miller's Temple Church of God in Christ, where she was a door greeter, fellowship hall director and on-grounds supervisor of the Outreach Center. She is survived by her husband, Clarence L. Jeffrey; two daughters, Lynn Denise Gladney of Douglasville, GA, and Sybil Adams of Jonesboro; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at Miller's Temple Church of God in Christ. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery with arrangements by Woodard Funeral Service.

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JEFFUS, Amelia Mae
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Amelia Mae Herren Jeffus, 78, died March 17, 2000. She was born March 25, 1921 to Ray and Elma Martin Herren. She worked as a registered nurse for over 50 years, and was a hospice worker for 13 years. She was a Sunday School teacher and wrote children's Bible stories. She had also served in a prison ministry. She was the widow of George C. Jeffus. She is survived by three sons, Stanley Jeffus and Larry Jeffus, both of Garland, TX, and Richard Jeffus of Salem, MO; a daughter, Judy Anderson of Bend, OR; a brother, Richard "Dick" Herren of Springdale; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Services were held at Faith Regular Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Sisemore officiating. Burial was at Elm Springs Cemetery by Memorial Funeral Home.

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JEMERSON, Lucy
ALMYRA, ARKANSAS: Lucy Jemerson, 91, died December 29, 2009. She is survived by four sons, Freddie Jemerson of Victorville, CA, Melvin Jemerson, Sr. of Almyra, Carl Jemerson (Betty) of St. Charles, MO, and Raymond Jemerson (Monica) of Grand Blanc, MI; three daughters, Frankie B. Owens of Casscoe, AR, and Lela Gamble (Lloyd) and Gracie Jemerson, all of Almyra; 25 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at St. Olive Church in Dewitt, AR. Arrangements were handled by Richardson Memorial Funeral Home.

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JENKINS, C.F.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Charles Franklin Jenkins, 38, died July 27, 1927. He was survived by his wife; two daughters, Alma, age 3, and Evelyn, age 2; his mother, Mrs. Callis Carter of Imboden; and a brother, J.L. Jenkins of Higginson. Burial was at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

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JENKINS, Jewell
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Jewell L. Jenkins, 72, died October 10, 2006. He was born March 23, 1934. He was a retired teacher and a U.S. Army veteran. He was a former resident of Pine Bluff, AR. He is survived by a brother, Isaiah "Ike" Jenkins of Pine Bluff; a sister-in-law Ada L. Jenkins; a niece; a nephew; his great-nephews and great-nieces; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Salem Missionary Baptist Church, and also at Highland Baptist Church. Interment was at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery by P.K. Miller Mortuary.

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JENKINS, Michael A.
CARLISLE, ARKANSAS: Michael Anthony Jenkins, 44, died January 11, 2005. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He served a two-year mission for his church in Ecuador. Survivors include a daughter, Olivia Marie; a son, Tanner Stephenson; their mother, Marsha Jenkins of Baton Rouge, LA; his mother, Polly Jenkins of Jacksonville; his twin brother, Mark Jenkins of Ward; and a sister, Debbie Jones of Soddy Daisy, TN. Services were held at Boyd Funeral Home in Lonoke, AR. Interment was at Concord Cemetery.

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JENKINSON, Elora
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Elora D. Jenkinson, 99, died April 25, 2002. She was born September 6, 1902 to Jonathan William and Lenora Groves Wood. She moved to Pine Bluff in 1920, and worked for the S.H. Kress Company. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and was a member of the Gold Star Mothers' Club. Survivors include three daughters, Vonda Matthews of Pine Bluff, Jeanne Hetu of Oregon and Patricia Duke of Redfield; 18 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; and 36 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Jenkinson, to whom she had been married from 1924 until his death in 1983; two sons, William Jenkinson and Donald Jenkinson; two brothers; two sisters; and 2 grandchildren. Services were handled by Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Directors with Bishop Mark Henscheid officiating. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery in Pine Bluff.

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JENNINGS, Elbert
SULPHUR SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Elbert Jennings died November 21, 1908. He was survived by his wife; his parents; and several children. Interment with both Masonic and Odd Fellows rites was at the Sulphur Springs Cemetery.

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JENNINGS, Tempa
GARLAND COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Tempa Jennings was born December 20, 1858 and died April 7, 1929. Burial was at Glazier Peau Cemetery.

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JENSEN, Avis Styke
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Avis A. Styke Jensen, 73, died June 2, 2007. She was born May 9, 1934 to Arndt and Lenora Peterson Styke. She was a retiree, and enjoyed fishing and playing bingo. Survivors include her brothers and sisters, Emil Styke of Chester, MT; Carol Merriman of Rocky Comfort, MO, and Margaret Ann Diede of Bentonville; a grandchild; 3 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Leslie "Les" Jensen; a brother, Arthur Styke; and her sisters, Lorraine Grutzemacher, Palma Styke and Wanda Martens. Interment was at Coffelt Cemetery in Vaughn under the direction of Benton County Funeral Home.

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JERINICH, Vladeta
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Vladeta Jerinich, 85, died March 28, 2007. He was born June 5, 1921 in Valjevo, Serbia to the late Budimer and Zorka Ristich Jerinich. He was a World War II veteran of the Serbian military, and attended St. George Serbian Orthodox Church. He is survived by his wife, Miljana Jernich; a son and daughter-in-law, Slobodan and Zvezdana Panich; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Ljilijana and Ninoslav Jankovich, and Vera and Andrija Pavlovich, all of Hot Springs; several grandchildren; and other relatives in Serbia. Services were held at St. George Orthodox Church with Father Filotije officiating. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Gross Funral Home.

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JESTER, Veldene
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Veldene Jester, 78, died May 31, 2009. She was born November 20, 1930 to Webster and Zella Allen. She was a longtime employee of optometrist Dr. Glen Moseley. She was a member of Big Creek Baptist Church, and enjoyed camping. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Dianne Jester of Malvern; a daughter and son-in-law, Gatha Jester Brown and husband Don of Malvern; two sisters, Novalene Callahan of Benton and Beth Hood of Malvern; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Jester; her parents; and a brother, Don Allen. Services were held at Big Creek Baptist Church. Burial was at Big Creek Cemetery by Regency Funeral Home.

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JETTON, Lavada
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Lavada Jetton, 78, passed away on February 11, 2006. She was a retired cook for Medi-Homes Nursing Center. She attended Westside Baptist Church, and was active with the Cancer Society and the Fort Smith Senior Citizens. Services were held at Shaffer Funeral Home in Ozark, followed by burial at Liberty Cemetery in Altus, AR.

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JEU, Yen
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Yen Jeu (also called Yen Chu) 92, died December 14, 2004. On March 9, 1912, he was born in China to the late Tai Jeu and Sit See Jeu. He came to the United States in his early teens and then moved to Pine Bluff in 1932. He owned Jeu Yen Brothers Grocery Store for 42 years. In World War II, he served with The Flying Tigers Unit. Survivors include his three sons, Hin Chung (Hall) Chu of Pine Bluff, Harold Chu of Honolulu, Hawaii, Herman Chu of Millbrae, California; a brother, William Pong Chu of Dayton, Ohio; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ying Lum Jeu; a brother, George Chu; and a grandson, David Chu. Funeral arrangements were handled by Ralph Robinson and Son Funeral Home. Services were held at the funeral home chapel with Dr. Kurt Boggan officiating. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery.

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JEWELL, David
DYESS, ARKANSAS: David Jewell, 93, died May 5, 2002. He was a retired carpenter, and attended the Dyess Assembly of God Church. Survivors include five sons, Herbert Jewell of Fort Smith, Buddy Jewell of Cabot, Jack Jewell of Arlington, TX, Glen Jewell of Springdale and Clyde Jewell of Dyess; six daughters, Molly Kalley of Chicago, Opal Cole of Sherwood, Alice Robison of Watervalley, MN, Margie Hill of Olive Branch, MS, Pat Chimento of Renton, WA and Shelia Barley of Spokane, WA; 33 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Osceola, follwed by burial at Bassett Cemetery.

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JEZEWSKI, Chris M.
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Chris Matthew Jezewski, 36, died April 4, 2007. He was born August 6, 1970 to Chester and Stefanie Glowaeka Jezewski. He attended St. John's Catholic Church. He is survived by a half-brother, Wojciech Janicki of Gdansk, Poland. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery under the direction of Gross Funeral Home.

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JOBE, Wanda
FOUKE, ARKANSAS: Wanda Lee Jobe, 68, died August 27, 2005 at a local hospital. She was born February 1, 1937 in Leachville, AR. She was a member of the Seventh Street First Assembly of God Church. She is survived by a daughter, Jeannie Schaeffer of Granbury, TX; a son, David Jobe of Fouke; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Patsy and Doyle Mooneyham of Texarkana, and Annie and Floyd Martin of New Boston, TX; 3 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends, including her friend, Jackie Emfinger of Fouke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix Eugene Jobe. Burial was at Chapelwood Cemetery under the direction of East Funeral Home.

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JOCIE, Callie
DIAZ, ARKANSAS: Callie Welch Jocie, 91, died January 12, 2009. She was born October 11, 1917 to Erma Levees and Charlie Welch. She is survived by a daughter, Irene K. Lee of Pine Bluff; a grandchild; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of Tolerson and Son Funeral Home.

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JOHNS, Aleen
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: Aleen Johns, 85, died March 23, 2006. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. She was born August 16, 1920 to the late Alvie Vernon and Opal Jones. She is the widow of Norvell Johns. Survivors include her sons, Jerry Johns of Gremantown, TN and Thomas Johns of Cabot; 7 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held at Crittenden Memorial Park with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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JOHNSON, America
WESLEY, ARKANSAS: America Eveline Ledbetter Johnson died March 31, 1910. She was born November 14, 1845. She was the wife of J.C. Johnson. Interment was at Cherry Creek Cemetery.

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JOHNSON, Cellestine
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Cellestine Johnson, 48, died December 4, 2009, at her home. She is survived by two daughters, Kimberly and Latrena Wesley, both of Magnolia; her father, Lee Andrew Brown of Dallas; three brothers, Clifton Jones of Smackover, and Jerry Britt and Shelmon Dumas, both of Magnolia; and a sister, Nancy Jones of Magnolia. Services were held at Antioch Baptist Church. Burial was at Antioch Cemetery in Magnolia with arrangements by Henderson's Funeral Service.

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JOHNSON, Dovie
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Dovie Jane Smith Johnson, 88, died August 23, 2002. She was a homemaker and a retired cook. She was a Baptist. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy Mary Frogue of Clarksville, Willa Mae Taylor of Clarksville, Bonnie Ruth and Jack Taylor of Sana Maria, CA, and Ester Leigh and Marcus Ernest of Harrison; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Roy Lee Wood of Clarksville and Floyd E. and Denia Wood of Salem, OR; two sisters, Effie Mae Brown and Lois Brown, both of Missouri; a brother, Harley Smith of Webb City, MO; 16 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack E. Johnson, and her parents, Benton Lawson and Nora Sissco Smith. Interment was at Lamar Cemetery by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Dymple L.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Dymple Lee Johnson, 75, died September 1, 2007. She was the daughter of the late Fred Cornelius, Sr. and Ardelia Cornelius Jones. She is survived by three sons, Jesse Hudson, Arthur Simmons, Jr. and Andrew Simmons of Pine Bluff; three daughters, Retta Carter of St. Louis, and Jacquelyn Patillo and Barbara Broom of Pine Bluff; four brothers, Larry Cornelius, Don Cornelius, Fred Cornelius, Jr. of Oakland, CA, and Alfonzo Cornelius of Atlanta; three sisters, Doretha Cornelius of Atlanta, Joanne Cortney of Los Angeles, and Roberta Fant of Anderson, SC; her stepmother, Clara Cornelius of Oakland; 19 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. Services were held at First Trinity Church Of God In Christ. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden by Brown Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Essie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Essie Johnson, 85, died December 30, 2005. She was born in Havana, AR to John and Bertha Surratt. She is survived by her children, James Johnson, Larry Johnson (Mayrean), Lonnie Johnson, and Willie Mae Ross, all of Little Rock, and Doris Charles of Texas. Other family members include six siblings, Willie (Octavia) Surratt, Charles (Erma) Surratt, John Surratt, Flora McGregory, Verlene Trent, and Graylene Wise; 16 grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; her great-great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Johnson; two sons, Richard and Leon Johnson; her parents; and a sister, Rubie Surratt. Arrangements were handled by Premier Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Eufaula
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Eufaula Dennington Johnson, 95, died March 11, 2004 at a local nursing home. She was born October 16, 1908 in Miller County, AR. She retired from Howard's Discount Store. She was a charter member of Genoa Central Church of Christ, and a member of the Home Extension Club. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Prentiss and Karen Johnson, Boyce and Claudine Johnson, and Maxie and Carolyn Johnson; a daughter and son-in-law, Marthene and Cooper Baber; 8 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; her great-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, James Stamps Johnson. Services were held at Genoa Central Church of Christ. Interment was at Genoa Central Cemetery by Texarkana Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Eugene
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Eugene Johnson died February 16, 2010. He was born July 31, 1962 to Alvoid and Jerline Ganter Johnson. He was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by two daughters, Brittany Rogers and Crystal Johnson, both of Little Rock; two sons, Devon Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson; his mother; two brothers, Robert Earl Johnson of Tyler, TX, and Thomas (Jamie) Johnson of El Dorado; five sisters, Patricia Dawkins, Carol (Ralph) Woods, and Chris (Calvin) Jones, all of El Dorado, and Erline (Fred) Jordan and Lorine (George) Green, all of Little Rock; his nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; a brother, LaVell McElroy; and a great-niece, N'keyal Elizabeth. Interment was at Arlington Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Sims Mortuary.

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JOHNSON, Fate
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Fate Johnson II, 91, died April 10, 2009. He was retired, and was a member of the Church of God in Christ. He is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Doris Mae Johnson; four sons, James and Calvin Johnson of Las Vegas, NV, Melvin Johnson of Washington, DC, and Richard Johnson of Moreno Valley, CA: five daughters, Shirley Lee, Juanita Johnson and Chisteen Johnson, all of Moreno Valley, Clarissa Johnson of Hamburg, and Bobbie Johnson of Los Angeles, CA; a brother, Clinton Johnson of Dermott; and 21 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fate and Willie Todd Johnson; two brothers, Willie Johnson and Robert Johnson; and a sister, Alma Maker. Burial was at Johnson Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Cromwell Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Millard M.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Millard Maxwell Johnson, 91, died March 2, 2010 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born August 9, 1918 in Whitener to William Fred and Betty Culwell Johnson. He was a retired water well driller and a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a member of Mountain Springs Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Barbara Grigg and Carolyn Joyce (Gene), all of Fayetteville; a sister, Clara Sharp of California; a grandson, 3 granddaughters; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Mason Johnson. Interment was at Boatright Cemetery under the direction of Brashears Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Phyllis
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Phyllis Annette Johnson, 91, died January 13, 2010. She was born September 29, 1918 to Ivar Swanson and Ida N. Mattson Swanson. She attended Leonard Street Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, David Johnson of Harper Woods, MI, and Mark Johnson of Hot Springs; a sister-in-law, Florence Ewing of Oklahoma City, OK; her nieces and nephews; 4 grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Johnson; and a son, Daniel Johnson. Interment was at Memorial Gardens Cemetery by Davis-Smith Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Ralph D.
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: Ralph Donald Johnson, 58, died January 3, 2007. He was born August 6, 1948 in Searcy to the late Amos and Hattie Day Johnson. He served in the National Guard, and was a member of Christ Temple Holiness Church. Survivors include his wife, Joann Johnson; two daughters, Amanda K. Johnson of Little Rock, and Stacy White (Phillip) of Bald Knob; two sisters, Claudia Hadley (Ray) of Kensett, and Martha Anderson (Andy) of Georgia; three brothers, David Johnson (Alice Jean) of Jacksonville, Amos Johnson of Searcy, and James Johnson (Evelyn) of Virginia; his mother and father-in-law, Ruby and Joel Turner; 2 grandchildren; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; his nieces and nephews; and his friends. Arrangements were handled by Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Raymond Ray
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Raymond Ray Johnson, 42, died December 17, 2004. He was born August 18, 1962 to Robert Johnson, Sr. and Eva Mae Washington Johnson. He worked at Tyson Foods in Hope, AR, and attended Starks Hill Baptist Church in Mandeville, AR. Among the survivors are his wife, Wanda Johnson; a son, Raymon Johnson of Texarkana; his mother, Eva Mae Johnson of Stamps; three brothers, Robert Johnson, Jr. and Terry Johnson, both of Stamps, and Otis Johnson of Kansas City, MO; two sisters, Lena Mae (Leon) Rose of Stamps and Linda Lewis of Texarkana; his grandmother, Vester Washington of Stamps; his aunts and uncles; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Johnson, Sr.; his maternal grandfather, John Washington; his paternal grandparents, Harvey and Ethel Johnson; and a brother, Alga Johnson. Services were held at Starks Hill Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. William Haynes officiating.

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JOHNSON, Reeda
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Reeda Marie Harvey Johnson, 77, died July 25, 2005. She was born December 8, 1927. She was of the Pentecostal faith. Survivors include five sons, Phillip I. Johnson, James C. Johnson, Gary W. Johnson, and Bruce Johnson, all of Benton, and Jeffrey Johnson of Russellville; a daughter, Kelli M. Brewster of Russellville; 9 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Louise Howard; and her parents, Irvin and Mary Harvey. Interment was at Graham Cemetery with Hank Smith officiating. Arrangements were handled by Ashby Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Verniece
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Verniece Wallis Johnson, 79, died June 18, 2002. She was the retired owner and operator of the Johnson Apartments in Little Rock. She was of the Nazarene faith. She is survived by two sisters, Nona McElrath of Oklahoma City, OK and Ona Swann of Beebe, AR. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvis Johnson; her parents, Audie and Maude Price Wallis; a daughter; and three brothers. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville with John Stoll officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Qualls Batesville Funeral Service.

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JOHNSON, William O.
BIGELOW, ARKANSAS: William O. Johnson, 70, died December 21, 1979. Survivors include his wife, Gertie Corwell Johnson; two daughters; two sisters; and five grandchildren. Services were held at the Bigelow Baptist Church with interment at Volman Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by Griffin, Leggett, Healey and Roth Funeral Home of Little Rock, AR.

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JOHNSON, Zola
FARMINGTON, ARKANSAS: Zola Viola Johnson, 86, died December 5, 2011 in Fayetteville. She was born August 8, 1925 in Stilwell, OK to George W. and Mary Ellen Worth Thomas. She was a member of Central Christian Church in Springdale for 60 years. Survivors include a son, Jim Johnson (Twila) of Farmington; a daughter, Rose Marie Beeks of Farmington; 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Johnson; two infant sons, Bobby Ray Johnson and Ernest H. Johnson, Jr.; three sisters; and three brothers. Interment was at Cemetery Hill under the direction of Moore's Chapel.

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JOHNSTON, James P.
ALMA, ARKANSAS: James P. Johnston died July 6, 1971. He was born on January 21, 1880 to Jim and Mary Ophelia Littleton Johnston. He married Montie Couch Johnston, and they had five children. He was preceded in death by his wife. Burial was at the Alma City Cemetery.

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JOHNSTON, Julious G.
ATKINS, ARKANSAS: Julious Grant Johnston died October 26, 1898. He was born February 17, 1898 to William Henry Johnston and Julia Ann Barron Johnston. Interment was at St. Joe Cemetery.

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JOINER, Joel R.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Joel R. Joiner died on November 29, 1881. He was born on November 13, 1846. He was a Civil War veteran, having fought in Crandell's 47th Arkansas Cavalry. He was buried at Bethel Cemetery in Pulaski County, AR.

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JONES, Ambrose
MARIANNA, ARKANSAS: Ambrose Jones, 82, died February 11, 2001. He was a retired baker, and belonged to Mount Sinai M.B. Church. Surviving family members include his wife, Ester Mae Jones; 11 daughters, Barbara Stone and Lue Birdia Anderson, both of Memphis, Melvirdia Jones, Delois Jones, Catherine Jones and Mary Jones, all of Chicago, IL, Zetta Rolfe of Earle, Betty Harris of Marianna, Bobbie Dukes, of Dallas, TX, Thressa Green of Forrest City and Brenda Beasley of Hubert, NC; 11 sons, Sylvester Green and Leophis Green, both of Gill, Carl Jones, Jerome Jones, Timothy Jones and Michael Jones, all of Chicago, IL, Ambrose Jones, Jr. of Memphis, Dennis Jones of Los Angeles, CA, Issiac Green and Larry Green, both of Marianna, Joseph Green of Little Rock; a brother, Henry Jones of El Paso, TX; 89 grandchildren, 98 great-grandchildren and 30 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mount Gillian M.B. Church with Rev. Leophis Green officiating. Burial was at Gill Cemetery with arrangements by Kennedy Funeral Home.

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JONES, Casey L.
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Casey Lee Jones, age 85, died January 16, 2005. He was born January 18, 1919. He was the operator of Lewisville Builders Supply. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Jack Webb of El Dorado; a son and daughter-in-law, Russell and Melody Jones of Lewisville; a sister, Gladys Nations of Springs, TX; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Jones. Services were held at Smith Funeral Home. Burial was at Wilson Cemetery in Lewisville.

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JONES, Daire K.
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Daire Kathleen O'Neal Jones, 55, died September 12, 2005. She was born July 15, 1950 to Glenn O'Neal and Shirley Wilson O'Neal. She held a B.A. degree in Home Economics from the University of Arkansas, and taught in the Bentonville Public Schools for 16 years. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. She attended St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Rogers, AR, where she served on the vestry, taught Sunday School, played in the bell choir, and served as an advisor to the Episcopal Youth Community. Among the survivors are her husband of 34 years, Joey Jones; a son, Joey O. Jones and his wife Terrance of Philadelphia, PA; a daughter, Danielle Harvill and her husband Travis, of Houston, TX; her mother, Shirley W. O'Neal of Fort Smith, AR; a brother, Glenn A. O'Neal, Jr. of Louisville, KY; and two grandsons. She was preceded in death by her father; and by a sister, Shelagh Pierce. A private service was held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church with Fr. Allen Bates officiating. Cremation and memorial arrangements were handled by Stockdale Funeral Services.

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JONES, Frances
DUMAS, ARKANSAS: Frances Hawkins Jones, 86, died April 28, 2005. She was born January 27, 1919 to the late Sye Hawkins and Lizzie Hawkins. She attended Jericho Missionary Baptist Church in Gould, where she was the pianist and member of the Women's Missionary Society. She was also the pianist for Watson District Headquarters at Dumas, and served as president of the Watson District Singing Convention. There are no immediate survivors. Services were held at Watson District Headquarters with Rev. Kenneth Harris officiating. Interment was at Jericho Cemetery under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

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JONES, Frances
EARLE, ARKANSAS: Frances Laverne Jones, 71, died September 14, 1999. She is survived by her husband, James E. Jones, Sr.; a daughter, Dinah Harsson; three sons, Danny K. Jones, Johnny R. Jones, and Jimmy E. Jones; a brother, Curtis Armstrong; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother; three sisters; and her parents. Burial was at Gibson Bayou Cemetery under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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JONES, George H.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: George Hershal Jone, 52, died September 11, 1996. He was born April 22, 1944 to Leon S. and Mildred C. Williams Jones. Survivors include a daughter, Shelly Jones; two sons, Richard L. Jones and Travis Jones; his father; his mother and stepfather, Millie and Lester C. Farmer; and 4 grandchildren. Interment was at Beaty Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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JONES, Gideon A.
CARROLL COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Gideon Anderson Jones died on April 15, 1916. He was born on May 13, 1830. He was a Civil War veteran, having served in Company A of the 4th Arkansas Infantry. He was buried at Walker Cemetery in Carroll County, AR.

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JONES, Helen R.
LOWELL, ARKANSAS: Helen R. Jones, 88, died March 22, 2006. She was born December 7, 1917 to the late Louis Beavers and Lucinda Widener. She owned the Sunnyslope Mobile Home Park. She enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing and reading, and was a member of the Bunco Dice Club. Survivors include her special lifelong friend, Lorrainne Starks and family; a son, Leroy Hull of Missouri; a daughter, Anna Davis and husband Kenneth of Lowell; two nephews; 7 grandchildren; and her beloved Min-Pin, Jake. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 40 years, Virgil Jones; and a sister, Edna Smith. Services were held at the Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers, AR with Rev. Loy Counts officiating.

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JONES, Herbert
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Herbert Lee Jones, 65, died April 19, 2003 at his residence. He was born August 29, 1937 in Lonoke County to Nadine Messick. He was raised by his grandparents, Jim and Margarite Person. He retired from the Little Rock Airport, and enjoyed auto mechanics, restoration and repair. Survivors include two cousins, Leon Pitts and BerRhonda Pitts, both of Little Rock; and his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Interment was at Forest Hills Memorial Park under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home.

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JONES, Jamie, Sr.
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Jamie Jones Sr., 93, died May 23, 2005. He was born Aug. 20, 1911. He was a retiree of Buhrman-Pharr Hardware. He was predeceased by his wife, Jewlene Jones. Surviving him are five sons, Jamie Jones Jr. of St. Louis, Frank Jones, Donell Jones and the Rev. Herbert W. Jones Sr. of Texarkana and Marlon Jones of Tampa, Fla.; three daughters, Josie Sharp of Dallas, Cheryl Caldwell of Texarkana and Thelma Moorehead of St. Louis; one niece, Charlotte W. Bernard of Texarkana; 20 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and other relatives. Services were held at St. James Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Herbert W. Jones officiating. Burial was at East Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Lyles Funeral Home.

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JONES, Jerry
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Jerry Jones, 59, died on November 15, 2003. He was born August 19, 1944 to the late Roscoe and Cleo Jones. He is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Sheri Ennis, and Tanya and Andy Crow of Atkins; a brother, Wayne Jones of Russellville; 4 grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Dennis Jones and Roscoe Jones Jr.; and a sister, Dorthy Hill. Cremation arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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JONES, John
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: John Jones died on April 27, 1898. He was born on April 30, 1825. He served in the 1st Cavalry during the Mexican War. Interment was at Towsen Cemetery.

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JONES, Josie
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: Josie Saylor Jones, 94, died April 7, 2002. She was born August 10, 1907 in Molus, KY to Berry and Sarah Daughtery Saylor. She had been a Gentry area resident since 1947. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Gentry, where she served in the primary department for 37 years. She is survived by a daughter, Ressie Atkins; and a grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roscoe S. Jones. Arrangements were handled by Wasson Funeral Home.

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JONES, Keydrick
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Keydrick Jones died July 22, 2009. He was born February 14, 1984 to Roslyn Jones and Lonzoe Humphrey. He was a landscaping caretaker at the St. Francis Area Developmental Center. He enjoyed photography, music and car rides. He is survived by his parents; a sister, Laketa Jones; four aunts, Shirley (Vernon) Williams, Patricia Jones, Christine (Jimmy) King, and Janice Jordan; four uncles, Fredrick (Jennifer) Joyce, Calvin Joyce, Izzer Jones, and Robert Moore; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at the Church of God. Interment was at Forrest City Cemetery with arrangements by Kincaid Funeral Services.

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JONES, Lavada
BOONEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Lavada B. Hughes Jones, 91, died May 10, 2005. She worked as a beautician for over thirty years. She attended the Church of Christ. Survivors include a daughter, Charlsie Hunt of Booneville; a grandson, Chris Hunt and his wife, Sherrie, of Magazine and their two children, Kenneth and Kaylie; a granddaughter, Lynn Gillespie and her husband, Darryl, of Springdale; three sisters, Loretta Burt of Booneville, Juanita Bright of Hope, and Lorene Cassity of Booneville. She was preceded in death by her husband, O.V. Jones; her parents, John and Lillie Lewis Hughes; and three brothers, J.B. Hughes, O.D. Hughes, and Eugene Hughes. Burial was at Moore's Chapel Cemetery in Waveland, AR with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home.

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JONES, Louella B.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Louella B. Jones, 101, died April 16, 2006. She enjoyed embroidery, quilting, crocheting and gardening. She was a resident of the Good Shepard Retirement Center for twenty years, and attended Park Place Missionary Baptist Church in Little Rock. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Horton of Cordova, TN; a son, Gary Jones of Little Rock; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John Wesley Jones; and a son, Jerry Jones. Arrangements were handled by Griffin Leggett Funeral Home.

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JONES, Maxine
LEWISVILLE, ARKANSAS: Maxine W. Jones, 82, died September 29, 2003 at a Texarkana hospital. She was born November 28, 1920 in Lafayette County, AR. She is survived by her husband, Casey Jones; a daughter, Pat Webb of El Dorado; a son, Russell Jones of Lewisville; a brother, Marvin Wheelington of Oak Grove, LA; 3 grandchildren; and her nephews. Interment was at Wilson Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

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JONES, Orland D.
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Orland Duncan Jones died March 3, 1945. He was born August 19, 1920. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was killed in action during World War II. He was buried at sea near Iwo Jima. A monument for him has been placed at the Huie Cemetery.

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JONES, Rosie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Rosie Lee Jones, 86, died June 24, 2003 at St. Vincent Hospital. Survivors include a daughter, Susie B. Polk; her grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; her great-great grandchildren; and other relatives, including two nieces who helped care for her, Pearlie Williams and Ruby Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and an aunt. Services were held at the Mattie Hicks Memorial Chapel. Arrangements were handled by Premier Funeral Home.

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JONES, Vernice
PIGGOTT, ARKANSAS: Vernice Lamp Jones, 82, passed away on April 28, 2003. She was born August 7, 1920 to the late Samuel and Lena Myers Lamp. She attended the Church of Christ in Piggott. She is survived by a brother, Raymond Lamp of Piggott; one sister-in-law, Alice Lamp of Piggott; one niece, Judy Lamp of Jonesboro; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor L. Jones; two brothers, Clyde Lamp and Loren Lamp; and one sister, Velma Lamp. Interment was at the Piggott Cemetery with arrangements by Hoggard and Sons Funeral Home.

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JORDAN, Floncy Mae
MITCHELVILLE, ARKANSAS: Floncy Mae Jordan, 67, died January 15, 2002. She was born September 8, 1934. Among the survivors are seven sons, Sammy J. Jordan of Dallas, Oliver Jordan, Sheldrick Woods, Rodney Jordan and Robert Beavers, all of Dumas, Troy L. Jordan of Nashville, Tennessee, and Johnny Johnson of Hot Springs; and eight daughters, Patricia Clark, Betty Poole and Vanessa Jones, all of Dumas, Christine Cooper of San Francisco, Nellie Freeman of Dallas, Dorothy Banks of Arkadelphia and Telesha Bennett of Germany. Services were held at Almeta Missionary Baptist Church with Edward Demery officiating. Burial was at Banks Cemetery with arrangements by Washington Funeral Home.

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JORDAN, Jethro, Sr.
NASHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Jethro Jordan, Sr., 77, died December 27, 2004. He was born July 12, 1927. He attended Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by a son, Lee Jordan; two daughters, Wanda Perryman and Jacqueline Swift; two sisters, Kathleen Gaines and Ruth Starr; a brother, Handsome Theodore Jordan; 6 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at St. John Cemetery in Buck Range under the direction of Hicks Funeral Home.

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JORDAN, Lola
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Lola V. Jordan, 78, died May 25, 2005. She was born March 21, 1927 to Jess and Sarah Jordan. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. Survivors include a sister, Agnes Niccum of Wheeler and a nephew, Terry Bunch of Huntsville. Cremation arrangements were handled by Memorial Funeral Home.

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JOSLIN, Gladys
MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Gladys Joslin, 76, died on February 15, 2006. She was born on October 20, 1929 to Charles and Gertrude Bough Hansen on in Chicago. She was a licensed financial accountant. She loved animals, and enjoyed crosswords, puzzles, and traveling. Survivors include her husband, William Joslin; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at Roller Funeral Home.

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JOYCE, Billie
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Billie Joyce, 81, died February 11, 2007. She was born February 23, 1925. She was a homemaker, and attended Mars Hill Baptist Church. She was the widow of Richard Joyce. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Charles Joyce and wife Sue of Carrollton, TX; a daughter, Rhonda Weed of Las Vegas, NV; two grandchildren; and a great granddaughter. Interment was at Mars Hill Cemetery with Bro. Mike Phillips officiating. Arrangements were handled by Smith Funeral Home.

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JOYCE, Mary
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Mary Joyce, 69, died April 9, 1992. She was born July 2, 1922 to Robert and Cindy LeFevre. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a son, Eugene Joyce, Jr.; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Joyce, Sr. Interment was at Johnson Cemetery in Wesley, AR.

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JOYNER, Robert N.
DeWITT, ARKANSAS: Robert N. Joyner, 100, died January 21, 2003. He was born December 27, 1902 to the late William and Viola Joyner. He was a farmer. He is survived by two sons, Rev. Charles Joyner of DeWitt and Hubert Joyner of Dumphries, VA; two daughters, Mary Jane Wright of DeWitt and Josephine Senn of Suitland, MD; a brother, John Arthur Joyner of DeWitt; 17 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Butler Joyner; and two children, Edna Mae Joyner and Mack Joyner. Services were held at Greater St. John Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Vanderbuilt officiating. Burial was the St. John Cemetery under the direction of McKinzie Funeral Home.

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JUDKINS, Burl D.
DARDANELLE, ARKANSAS: Burl Doylas Judkins, 96, died September 23, 2006. He was born March 20, 1910 to John Lewis Judkins and Dora Boudra Judkins. He was a farmer for over 50 years in the Dardanelle area, and was once, along with his family, named the Yell County Farm Family of the Year. He was a cattleman, and was a longtime member of the Yell County Cattlemen's Association. He attended the First United Methodist Church in Dardanelle. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Dora and Doyle Gunter of Russellville; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Jim Coffey of Dardanelle; son and daughter-in-law, John and Linda Judkins of Dardanelle; four grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a younger brother, Earl Loylas; his mother and father; his wife, Minnie Lee Carrigan Judkins; and his stepmother, Lona Judkins Hill. Interment was at Brearley Cemetery in Dardanelle with arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home.

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JUDKINS, Sylvanus
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Sylvanus Judkins died November 29, 1911. He was a Union Civil War veteran. Interment was at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

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JUDWARE, Lloyd
RISON, ARKANSAS: Lloyd Judware, 63, died August 22, 2009. He was born April 8, 1946 to the late Lloyd Paul Judware and Gladys King Judware. He was employed with Star Gas Propane Company. He is survived by his wife, Eva Drake Judware; five sons, John Judware of New York, Lloyd Henry Judware, Melvin Judware, and Wayne Judware, all of Shepherdsville, KY, and Michael Spalding of Spencerville, IN: five daughters, Kathryn Roberts of Shepherdsville, KY, Amber Kistler of Garrett, IN, and Sarah Spalding, Autumn Judware and Rebekah Judware, all of Rison; and 13 grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Buie Funeral Home.

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JUNEAU, Eva
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Eva Juneau, 75, died May 1, 2005. She was born April 10, 1930. She was of the Catholic faith. She is survived by two sons, Richard Dewayne Hamilton of Morrilton and Donald Lewis Hamilton of Shreveport, LA; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Her body was donated to science. Arrangements were handled by Roller McNutt Funeral Home.

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JUNGERS, Leroy
NEWPORT, ARKANSAS: Leroy Jungers, 69, died August 19, 2009. He is survived by a son, Adam Jungers of Tuckerman; a daughter, Eva Powell of Newport; two brothers; five sisters; and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cairl and Opal Jungers; four brothers; and a sister. Interment was at Sandhill Cemetery under the direction of Dillinger Funeral Home.

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JUNK, J.C.
JUDSONIA, ARKANSAS: John C. Junk died July 12, 1932. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company H of the 149th Ohio Infantry. Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery.

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JUSTICE, Robert M.
EUREKA SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Robert M. Justice died March 7, 1901. He was born May 20, 1835. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company K of the 1st Arkansas Cavalry. He is buried at the Eureka Springs Cemetery.

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JUSTICE, Ruth H. Williams
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: Ruth Hazel Williams Justice, 98, passed away December 22, 2006. She was a longtime member of Lonoke Baptist Church, and retired from Dillard's. She is survived by a son, J.E. Justice, Jr.; her daughters, Betty O'Cain and Carolyn Evans and husband Troy; 5 grandsons; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Justice; a daughter, Mary Ruth; a son-in-law, Mac O'Cain; a daughter-in-law, Dorothy Justice; a great-granddaughter, Marlee Evans; sisters, Bessie Justice, Irene Justice, Evelyn Brewer, Gladys Martineau; and a brother, Ed Williams. Services were held at Lonoke Baptist Church. Burial was at Glover Cemetery under the direction of Boyd Funeral Home.

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JUSTICE, Willie Mae
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Willie Mae Justice, 62, died December 12, 2009. She was the daughter of the late Henry Perkins, Sr. and Lessie Blake Perkins. She was a former dietician at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and attended Holy Cross Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Lewis Justice, Jr.; two sons, John Ootsey and Ray Ootsey of Seattle, WA; two stepsons, Ricky Justice of Monroe, LA, and Keith Justice of Mt. Clemmons, MI; a sister, Ethel Creggett (John) of Little Rock; a brother, Ralph Perkins of Sierra Vista, AZ; a niece, Angela Littrell (Corey) of Little Rock; 11 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Henry Perkins, Jr. Services were held at Holy Cross Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Haven of Rest Cemetery by Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.

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KADLUBAR, Dr. Fred
WHITE HALL, ARKANSAS: Dr. Fred F. Kadlubar, 64, died December 4, 2010. He was born March 1, 1946 in Dallas, TX to Frank and Esther Retchek Kadlubar. He was a professor at the University of Arkansas Medical School, and retired from NCTR. He held a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Dallas, and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin. His postdoctoral fellowship was at McArdle Cancer Center at the University of Wisconsin. He was a member of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), and co-founder of the Molecular Epidemiology Working group at AACR. He was a member of the National Rifle Association, and attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Susan Treat Kadlubar; two sons, Stephen (Felicia) Kadlubar of Greenbrier, and Ben (Shanna) Kadlubar of White Hall; two stepdaughters, Jennifer Weeks of White Hall, and Elizabeth Arrowood of Gassville; a brother, John (Jill) Kadlubar of Colorado; an aunt, Martha Bruegging of Texas; and his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Angela Darling Kadlubar; and his parents. Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment was at Graceland Cemetery under the direction of Cranford Funeral Home.

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KAHLE, Grace
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Grace Kahle, 83, died April 13, 1980. She was born November 1, 1896 to Arthur and Effie Hunter Baugher. She was a member of the Church of Christ, and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was survived by two sisters, Audrey Long and Effie Thurman. Services were held at the Lincoln Church of Christ. Burial was at the Lincoln Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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KAIN, Ruth
LAKE CITY, ARKANSAS: Ruth Virginia Kain, 61, died December 18, 2001. She is survived by two sons, Billy Jack Kain, Jr., of Lake City and Mike Kain of Paragould; two brothers, Oliver Clifton of Paragould and Hubert Clifton of New Albany, MS; two sisters, Martha Timms of Lake City and Linda Reeves of Pomona Park, FL, and 3 granddaughters, Kristi Kain, Keri Kain, and Monica Kain. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Jack Kain, Sr. Burial was at Monette Cemetery with arrangements by Emerson Funeral Home.

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KALCHBRENNER, Bertha
MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Bertha A. Kalchbrenner, 90, died April 30, 2007. She was born March 30, 1917. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Mary Kalchbrenner of Palmyra, VA; two daughters and a son-in-law, Ruth Alman of Mountain Home, and Linda and Kenneth Key of West Dundee, IL; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph Kalchbrenner; her parents; four brothers; and two sisters. Interment was at Baxter Memorial Gardens under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.

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KALICINSKI, Gertrude
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Gertrude Helen Kalicinski, 79, died July 10, 2004. She is survived by a sister, Irena Kaninska; two nephews from Poland; and her close friends, Winnie and Wilfred Mazurek, and Pat and Dorothy Fair. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jake. A memorial service was held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church with Fr. Dismas Mauk officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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KANCYAN, Liz
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Liz Kancyan, 79, died January 13, 2007. She was an artist, and attended New Bethel United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl and Peter Gray of Lake Orien, MI; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Jean Schook of Van Buren; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Charles Schook and Stan Kancyan; and two brothers; Milton and Jack Swopsher. Services were held at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Fort Smith. Cremation arrangements were handled by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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KAPLAN, Abraham
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Abraham Charles "Abe" Kaplan, 77, died January 15, 2011 at Hillsboro Manor Life Care Center. He was born May 26, 1933 in Muskogee, OK to Abraham and Julia Potts Kaplan. He was a graduate of Northeast State University in Tahlequah, OK. He was a retired manager for Zales Jewelry with 30 years of service, and had worked in Oklahoma, Indiana and Arkansas. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and attended Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He is survived by his wife, Carol Rowland Kaplan; his daughters, Tara Lynn Erwin of Muskogee, OK, and Elizabeth "Liz" Pyle and Sarah Fennell, both of El Dorado; a son, Maurice Kaplan of Winnsboro, TX; 6 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Margaret Fitzpatrick. Cremation arrangements were handled by Bailey Funeral Home.

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KARNES, William
WEST FORK, ARKANSAS: William Karnes, 69, died of apoplexy on November 21, 1901. He is survived by his wife and several children. He was originally from Tennessee, but had resided in the West Fork area for over half a century. Burial took place at Campbell Cemetery.

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KARR, Charles Claud
OARK, ARKANSAS: C. Claud Karr, 92, died January 10, 1976. He was the son of Jesephus and Sarah E. Whitmire Karr. He was a retired farmer. He attended the Church of Christ. He is survived by his widow, Cora Clark Karr; a daughter, Beulah Evans; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Yale Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

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KARR, Hannah J. Stewart
YELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Hannah Jane Stewart Karr died on April 2, 1902. She was born April 13, 1842. Survivors include her husband; three brothers; and three sisters. Interment was at Layton Cemetery.

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KAY, Hazel Wilcox
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Hazel Wilcox Kay, 95, died February 26, 2008. She was born November 20, 1912 to the late Tobe and Rebecca Wilcox. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by a sister, Kathryn Hendrix of Little Rock; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Kay; a sister; and seven brothers. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery with arrangements by Harris Funeral Home.

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KAYLOR, Dora Derickson
LESLIE, ARKANSAS: Dora Kaylor, 97, died August 2, 2006. She was born July 11, 1909 to the late H.F. and Hilda Olson Derickson. She attended the Leslie United Methodist Church, where she was involved in mission work. She was a member of the United Methodist Women, and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a longtime employee of Derickson�s Lumber Yard. Survivors include two brothers, Bob Derickson of Leslie, and John Derickson of North Little Rock; 2 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Martin Kaylor; a stepdaughter, Florence Kaylor Wiedower; and a sister, Harriett Ranker. Services were held at the Leslie United Methodist Church. Burial was at Eastlawn Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Coffman Funeral Home.

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KEALY, Stephanie M.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Stephanie Marie Kealy, age 14 months, died January 9, 1982. She was born October 20, 1980 to James Phillip and Barbara Yell Kealy. She is also survived by a sister, Jennifer Kealy; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kealy, Garlen Yell, and Barbara Yell; and her great-grandparents, Pete Kealy, Mr. and Mrs. E.N. Yell, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray McCoy. Interment was at Mount Comfort Cemetery.

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KEATH, Joseph D.
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Joseph Dennis Keath, 68, died March 23, 2004. He was born September 30, 1935 to the late Marvin and Essie Mazel Keath. He was a self-employed silver refinisher, and served as Director of Music at Trinity Fellowship Church in Sherwood. He is survived by two uncles, Orville and Fred Harrison. A memorial service was held at Trinity Fellowship Church. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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KEELE, Estaleane
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Estaleane Keele, 79, died November 11, 2008. She was born March 26, 1929 to Lewis Buel and Tilda Mae Ethel Nelson Payne. She attended Union Road Baptist Church. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Roy and Sandra Keele, and Larry and Tamara Keele, all of Harrison; her daughters and son-in-law, Earlene and Melvin Lovelady of Harrison, and Lois Morris of Tulsa, OK; a sister, Margie Robinson, of North Little Rock; 8 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Herbert Boone Keele; five brothers; two sisters; and a great-granddaughter. Interment was at Maplewood Cemetery by Christeson Funeral Home.

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KEELING, Fama
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Fama Keeling, 91, died May 27, 2008. She was born June 17, 1916 to Ira Floyd and Vinnie Young Keeling. She was a retired bookkeeper for Levi Strauss, and served as a coordinator for the Levi Retiree Group for over a decade. She enjoyed traveling, and was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. She is survived by a brother, Loy Ewel Keeling of Knights Landing, CA; a sister, Verma Chamberlain of Centralia, WA; her nieces, Betty Cooper, Pat Thom of California, and Linda Garman of Washington; a nephew, Bernie Keeling, Jr. of Ava, MO; her cousins, great-nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded her in death by her parents; and a brother, Bernie Othal Keeling, Sr. Services were held at the First Christian Church. Interment was at Maplewood Cemetery under the direction of Christeson Funeral Home.

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KEELING, Wilma
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Wilma Keeling, 87, died May 13, 2004. She was born March 14, 1917 to the late John and Mattie Hillis Moore. She attended Friendship Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Phillips; a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Wanda Keeling; a sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Ralph Boone; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Garner and Virginia Moore, James and Aleen Moore, Leon and Lois Moore, and Hubert and Mary Moore; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchilden. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Keeling. Burial was at Culpepper Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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KEEN, Loyd
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Loyd Keen, 71, died May 12, 2011. He was a retired chemical supervisor, and was a member of the West Memphis First Baptist Church. He was born May 29, 1939 in Bald Knob, AR to the late Herman and Elsie Gilbert Keen. Survivors include his wife, Betty Pulliam Keen; a daughter, Lana Brown of Walls, MS; two sons, David Keen of Memphis, TN, and Daniel Keen of Granbury, TX; two stepsons, Scott and Steve Womack, both of Memphis; two brothers, Edward Keen of Cherokee Village, and L.T. Keen of Joshua, TX; a sister, Virgie Prince of West Memphis; 11 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at West Memphis First Baptist Church. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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KEESEE, Catherine
HASKELL, ARKANSAS: Catherine Elizabeth Keesee, 84, died January 2, 2002 at Saline Memorial Hospital. She was born January 29, 1917 in Haskell to Asbury and Hattie Stephen Gault. She was a member of the Haskell Assembly Of God. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Pamala Keesee of Bryant, and Marvin and Doris Keesee of Benton; two sisters, Ruth Whitley of Benton, and Ivanette Arey of Haskell; two brothers, J.W. Gault of Haskell, and George Gault of Benton; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Polk Keesee; her parents; eight sisters; and six brothers. Interment was at Mount Harmony Cemetery under the direction of Ashby Funeral Home.

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KEETON, Ezra
BISMARCK, ARKANSAS: Ezra Keeton, 89, died June 7, 2006. He was born February 10, 1917 to the late Hampton and Martha Hughes Keeton. He retired from Reynolds Metal, and attended DeRoche Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of over 70 years, Vera Wood Keeton; a daughter, Oneida Carter and husband Pete of Bismarck; three sons, Hancel Keeton and wife Katie of North Little Rock, Billy Keeton and wife Pat, and Wayne Keeton and wife Ann, all of Bismarck; a sister, Pearl Miller of Malvern; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four sisters; and four brothers. Services were held at DeRoche Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Chris Morrison officiating. Interment was at DeRoche Cemetery under the direction of Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home.

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KEIGLEY, Lilly
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: Lilly Keigley, 61, died December 9, 1928. She was survived by three brothers, Frank Keigley, Clyde Keigley, and J.O. Keigley. Burial was at Coffelt Cemetery with arrangements by Carpenter Brothers.

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KEIM, Lynn L.
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Lynn L. Keim, 85, died August 24, 2009. He was born September 11, 1923 to Ray Charles and Edna Lambert Keim. He was a retired educator and a farmer. He was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hot Springs. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Keim; a son, Kent Keim (Kathy) of St. Charles, IL; a stepson, Randy Stuckey (Sandy) of Malvern; a grandson; two sisters, Luanna Friesth of Coal Valley, FL, and Charlene Korslund of Eagle Grove, IA; and 13 nieces and nephews. He was preceding in death by his parents; and a sister, Mary Jane Carl. Interment was at Brush Creek Cemetery in Grant County under the direction of Regency Funeral Home.

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KEITH, Edith
LEACHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Edith Maureen Keith, 79, died December 11, 2002. She was the daughter of the late J.A. and Florence Smith Manis. She was retired from Brown Shoe Company, and attended the First Baptist Church of Leachville. She is survived by a son, Reggie Keith of Leachville; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and five sisters, Martha Hawkins and Ruby Jackson, both of Leachville, Jamie Johnson of Leesburg, FL, Iva Goodman of Houston, TX, and Evelyn McKelvey of Olathe, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Keith; and her parents. Burial was at the Leachville Cemetery by Howard Funeral Service.

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KELLAR, Legiena
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Legiena Kellar, 83, died May 8, 2007. She was born July 23, 1923 to Lawrence Watters and Lavinia Phillips Watters. She retired from the Arkansas Highway Department. She attended Tyler Street Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Luther Kellar of Little Rock; a son, Ray Kellar of Keller, TX; a sister, LaRetha Watters of Morrilton; 2 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton, AR.

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KELLER, Alma
SHERIDAN, ARKANSAS: Alma Keller, 81, died May 19, 2006. She was born July 31, 1924 to the late Noah LouAllen and Elta Rickard LouAllen. She is survived by two sons, Jerry Rhodes and Jesse Rhodes, both of Sheridan; three sisters, Zettie Cox of Alexander and Genny Burton and Edith Cook, both of Benton; 7 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Myron Rhodes and Melvin Keller; and two sons, Myron David Rhodes and Hubert A. Rhodes. Burial was at Rhodes Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

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KELLETT, Mildred
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Mildred Maudie Kellett, 86, died July 3, 2006. She was born May 11, 1920 to George and Minnie Threat Hensley. She retired from the Timex Corporation. She is survived by five daughters, Ernestine Raney, Wanda Cox, Jo Cox, Shelly Burgess, and Sandra Bejeck; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Phillip Kellett; and a grandson, P.D. Kellett. Interment was at Rest Hills Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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KELLEY, John D.
PRESCOTT, ARKANSAS: John D. Kelley, 88, died May 17, 2007. He was a retired brakeman for Union Pacific Railroad, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He attended the First Christian Church of Prescott. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Moore Kelley; two brothers, Arlis Kelley of Port Arthur, TX and Olen Kelley of Bluff City, AR; two nephews; and three nieces. Interment was at Piney Grove Cemetery under the direction of Shackelford Funeral Home.

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KELLEY, John E.
RISON, ARKANSAS: John E. Kelley, 77, died January 22, 2005. He was born January 3, 1928 to the late Ben Kelley and Bertha Level Kelley. He was a retired carpenter, and served in World War II and Korea in the Army and Air Force. He attended Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, and was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lowery Kelley; three sons, Rodney Kelley of Junction City, Raymond Kelley of Pine Bluff and Gary Kelley of Rison; a daughter, Norma Jean Ricketts of Murfreesboro, IL; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Bill Davidson and Albert Brown officiating. Burial was at Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of Buie Funeral Home.

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KELLEY, Johnny
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Johnny Kelley died September 2, 1966. He was born January 8, 1923. He was a prominent businessman, and was the former owner of the Kelley Canning Company. He was a member of the Prairie Grove Lions Club, the Elks Club, the VFW, and the National Canning Association. He was survived by his wife, Maxine Sellers Kelley; two sons, John Kelley, Jr. and Carl D. Kelley; a daughter, Joyce Kelley; a brother, Jim Spallita; two sisters, Josephine Guss and Nancy Giangreco. Services were held at the First Methodist Church of Prairie Grove. Burial was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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KELLEY, Rosie
FORDYCE, ARKANSAS: Rosie Lee Kelley, 89, died May 13, 2004 at the Dallas County Nursing Home in Fordyce. She was a native of the White Station community near Crossett, and had been in Fordyce for 12 years. She was a member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughters, Madeline Evans, Brenda Daniels (John), Carol Mars, Janice Mars (Milton), and Shirley Wilson (Charles); her sons, Charles Kelley (Patricia), Rev. Johnny Kelley (Carrie) of Marianna, James Kelley (Ruby), and Harold R. Kelley (Diana); 27 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Fudge Baptist Church. Interment was at Ryles Chapel Cemetery by Cromwell Funeral Home.

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KELLOW, Willene Chesser
HOXIE, ARKANSAS: Willene Chesser Kellow, 74, died July 4, 2002. She was born June 3, 1928 to Borden and Gladys King Chesser. She was a retired cook and a former restaurant owner. In the early 1950s, she owned and operated the Red Star, the Jolly Pig and The Alamo restaurants. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a daughter, Kay Sheets Smelser of Walnut Ridge; a brother, James (Bud) Chesser of Walnut Ridge; 2 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Lee Kellow, Sr.; her parents; and two sisters, Nadine Gimlin and Eathel Treat. Burial was at Lawrence Memorial Park by Higginbotham Funeral Services.

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KELLY, Anna C.
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Anna Carolyn Kelly died January 11, 2002. She was born September 13, 1916. She was survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Lynne Kelly; two daughters and a son-in-law, Carol Chase and Helen and Don Allen; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 34 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at Mason Valley Baptist Church with pastor Luther Scruggs officiating. Burial was at Benton County Memorial Park.

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KELLY, Michael
BRINKLEY, ARKANSAS: Michael Kelly died August 19, 1899. He was born August 15, 1839 in County Clare, Ireland. Burial was at Calvary Cemetery.

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KELM, Theodore
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Theodore Paul Kelm, 75, died August 15, 2000. He was born September 24, 1924 to Joseph Franklin Kelm and Agnes Belote Williams. He retired from Otis Elevator Co. and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was a Mason and a Methodist. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Reese Kelm; a daughter, Nikki Joyce Hadley of League City, TX; two sons, Charles Earl Kelm of Perryville, and Michael Paul Kelm of Shiro, TX; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home.

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KELM, Wanda
MAGAZINE, ARKANSAS: Wanda Corine Kelm, 74, died September 3, 2005. She was a homemaker. She was a Baptist. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Thompson-Abrahamson; three sons, Ronald R. Kelm, Roy W. Kelm and Rick Kelm; a brother, Mathew Krigbaum; 3 grandchildren; and a great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Kelm; and by a grandson, Joshua Thompson. Services were held at Bethel Baptist Church, followed by burial at Paintrock Cemetery near Paris, AR. Arrangements were handled by Roberts Funeral Home.

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KELTON, Doyal
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Doyal Edward Kelton, 62, died September 12, 2004. He was a member of Crystal Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Diane Kelton; a daughter and son-in-law, Jessica and Claude Kirby; a brother, Erni Kelton of Tyler, TX; a nephew, Joseph Kelton of San Antonio, TX; and several other relatives and friends. Services were held at Crystal Hill Baptist Church with Reverend Larry Ballard officiating. Interment was at Walnut Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.

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KEMP, Elbert G.
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Elbert Glen Kemp, 62, died January 27, 2001. He was born October 12, 1938 to Elbert L. and Elvie King Kemp. He worked for Georgia-Pacific Corp. for 24 years. He was a member of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Rose Kemp; two sons, David Glen Kemp of Strong and Russell Alan Kemp of Curtistown, HI; two daughters, Samantha Lowery of Crossett and Gwendolyn Murray of Waycross, GA; a stepson, William S. Meredith of Manchester, England; a stepdaughter, Kathy Murray of Crossett; his parents; a brother, Marwin Kemp of Tulsa, OK; a sister, Marsha Gentry of Bridge City, TX; 5 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. Burial was at Ebenezer Cemetery by Jones Funeral Home.

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KENDRIX, Lucy
WEEKS, ARKANSAS: Lucy Vona Kendrix, 80, died July 24, 1958. She was survived by four daughters. Burial was at Weeks Cemetery under the direction of Rice Funeral Home.

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KENNAMER, Elsalene
BAY, ARKANSAS: Elsalene Kennamer, 84, passed away January 1, 2007. She was a homemaker, and attended the Bay Assembly of God Church. She was born September 1, 1922 to Dick and Lizzie Edwards. Survivors include three daughters, Nema Wileman and her husband Tommy of Bay; Margaret Timmons and her husband Billy of Bay; Carolyn Lyons and her husband Pat of Memphis; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and six sisters. Interment was at Pine Log Cemetery with Bro. Charles Hensley officiating. Arrangements were handled by Emerson Funeral Home.

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KENNEDY, Ivory L., Sr.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Ivory Labian Kennedy, Sr., 84, died October 2, 2002. He was born January 16, 1918. Survivors include four daughters, Bonnie (Benjamin) Austin and Sandra Brown, all of Little Rock, Carolyn (Willie) Birden of Chicago, and Aruthur B. Kennedy of Bourbonnais, IL; three sons, Ivory L. (Karon) Kennedy, Jr. and Samuel (Michelle) Cole, all of Little Rock, and Gary L. (Marsha) Kennedy of Long Beach, CA; 33 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Labian and Mary E. Kennedy; a daughter, Mary Kennedy-Doles; a brother, Joseph Kennedy; and a grandson. Services were held at Greater Center Star Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Gunn Funeral Home.

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KENNEDY, Joseph W.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Joseph W. Kennedy died March 19, 1945. He served in the U.S. Army, and was a casualty of World War II. He was born November 6, 1919. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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KENNEDY, Valarie
DUMAS, ARKANSAS: Valarie Cleo Farthing Kennedy, 92, died October 7, 2002. She was born April 9, 1910 to the late John Farthing and Mary Mitilda Lane Farthing. She was a homemaker, and was of the Methodist faith. She is survived by a sister, Iva "Dutch" Fryar of Pineville, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jess Kennedy; and an infant daughter. Services were held at Griffin Funeral Home with Rev. Wayne Dennis and Rev. Lawrence Dennis officiating. Burial was at Walnut Lake Cemetery.

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KENNON, Xenophon L.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Xenophon Ligon Kennon died October 29, 1944. He was born March 11, 1875. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Interment was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery in Fayetteville, AR.

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KENSINGER, Ethel
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Ethel Mae Kensinger, 91, died December 31, 2001. She was a longtime member of the First Gospel Church. Survivors include a son, Alf Ivie (Dorothy) of Bradford; a daughter, Peggy Dodge (Mike) of Little Rock; a brother, R.D. Shelley; four sisters, Irene Ballew, Nita McKim, Beatrice Block, and Nora Scarintino; 7 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Kensinger; and two sons, David Kensinger and Lawrence Ivie. Services were held at the First Gospel Church. Interment was at Walnut Grove (Newport City) Cemetery by Huson Funeral Home.

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KERR, Billie Jo
MONETTE, ARKANSAS: Billie Jo Kerr, 80, died December 11, 2002. She was a member of the Monette Assembly of God Church. She is survived by two sons, Eldon Kerr of Monette and Fred Kerr of Greenville, CA; a brother, Fred Clark of Marmaduke; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Clark, Sr., and Vastie Clark; her husband, Ernest Kerr; a son, Henry B. Kerr; three brothers; and a sister. Burial was at Monette Cemetery by Gregg Funeral Home.

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KERR, Lois
OARK, ARKANSAS: Lois Kerr died on June 27, 1935. She was survived by her husband, C.W. Kerr; a son, Benjamin Kerr; a daughter, Leota Kerr; four sisters, Ruth Kreimme, Alice Bourland, Nelle Woford, and Florence Skelton; and two brothers, J.S. Bryan and M.F. Bryan. Burial was at the Oark Cemetery.

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KERSEY, Lyda May
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Lyda Belle May Kersey, 87, died February 19, 2009. She was born October 29, 1921 to John and Jessie May. She was a member of the Claremont Avenue General Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Lester Milton Kersey; her children and their spouses, Elaine and Ernest Dumas, John and Sandra Kersey, Jane and Larry Welch, Joe and Jean Kersey, James and Margaret Kersey and Jeffrey Kersey, all of the Little Rock area; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Maeola Broyles. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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KERSH, Larry G.
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Larry Gene Kersh, 58, died March 8, 2008. He was born June 27, 1949 to Forrest Webster and Beulah Mae Kersh. He worked at Georgia Pacific Chemical Division in Crossett for over 20 years, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He attended Magnolia Baptist Church in Crossett. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Linda Scott Kersh; four children and their spouses, Jason and Christy Kersh, Janie and Christopher Ward, Julie and Randy Raley, and Micheal Kersh; three brothers, James Kersh, Billy Kersh, and Bobby Kersh; a sister, Peggy Anders; and 5 grandchildren with two on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents. Interment was at Cross Roads Cemetery by Young's Funeral Directors.

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KERSH, Webster
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Webster "Webb" Kersh, 80, died August 30, 2006. He was a retired truck driver for Georgia-Pacific, and attended Bible Baptist Church. He is survived by four sons, James R. Kersh, Larry Kersh and Bill Kersh, all of El Dorado, and Bobby Kersh of Benton; a sister, LaVada Eason of Bastrop, LA; 13 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beulah Mae Cauthen Kersh; and a brother, Franklin D. Bolding. Services were held at Bible Baptist Church with Rev. J.D. Weido officiating. Burial was at Smackover Cemetery with arrangements by Young's Funeral Directors.

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KERSHAW, Lottie B.
MARIANNA, ARKANSAS: Lottie Blanche Kershaw died January 2, 1896. She was born July 6, 1883 to W.F. and Anna Kershaw. Burial was at Cedar Heights Cemetery.

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KESTY, Robert
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Robert "Bob" Kesty, 78, died December 7, 2009. He was born August 9, 1931 to the late Einar and Lempi Thompson Kesty. He was a retired driller for Boyles Bros. of Salt Lake City, UT. He and his wife also operated the Lux Motel in Glenwood. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, and was of the Lutheran faith. He is survived by his wife, Linda May Cope Kesty; three daughters, Lori (Billy Fred) Groom of Arkadelphia, Wendy (Rocky) Dixon of Livingston, TN, and Shirley Rachel Knight of Oklahoma City, OK; two sons, Kenneth (Sue) Kesty and Brian (Darci) Kesty, all of Livingston, TN; a brother, Edward Kesty of Livingston, TN; 13 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by two sons, Robert, Jr. and Scottie Ray; a brother, Ernie; and two stepbrothers, Emory and Leo. Cremation arrangements were handled by Welch Funeral Home.

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KEY, Billy
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Billy Key, 56, died January 16, 2005. He was born September 10, 1948 to Norman and Marie Rutledge Key. He was a member of the Cabot Church of Christ. He was manager of Dundee's Smart Clothes in Little Rock, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Rutledge, and Ben and Emma Key. Survivors include his wife, Judy Ann Key; his parents, Norman and Marie Key of Cabot; his children, Katherine and William Key of Cabot; and a brother, Micheal Key of New Orleans. Services were held at the chapel of Moore's Cabot Funeral Home with Bruce Green and Leon Barnes officiating. Burial was at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

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KEY, N.B.
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: N.B. Key, 79, died April 9, 2002. He was born December 29, 1922 to Napoleon Bonaparte and Mattie Key. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, and was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired boiler room maintenance worker for Georgia-Pacific. He is survived by two sons, Paul Key of Lake Charles, LA, and John Key of Crossett; a daughter, Rebecca Myers of Hot Springs; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise; and by a son, Nathan Key. Services were held at the chapel of Jones Funeral Home in Crossett with Bro. Bob Lonadier officiating. Burial was at Tyro Cemetery.

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KEY, Rev. Sidney S.
YELL COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Rev. Sidney S. Key died November 12, 1936. He was born January 15, 1841. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Co. E Wood's Co. Cavalry. Interment was at Brearley Cemetery.

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KEYSACKER, Martha L.
COLT, ARKANSAS: Martha Lue Keysacker, 93, died December 7, 2002. She was born March 12, 1909 to James Marion Holley and Betty Lucinda Forman Holley. She was a homemaker, and was of the Methodist faith. She is survived by two sons, Morris Hulan Keysacker of Mayflower and William Leonard Keysacker of Colt; four daughters, Birtie Mae Watlington of Colt, Mary Lou Crane of Little Rock, Martha Jeanne Busby and Barbara Ann Starkey, both of Forrest City; 34 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hulan Keysacker; two sons, James Keysacker and Albert Keysacker; a grandchild, Juanita Watlington; and five sisters, Mary Halfacre, Francis Hudson, Offie Hudson, Lillie Bell MaGarity and Nacy Hart. Burial was at Akins Cemetery with arrangements by Kernodle Funeral Home.

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KIDD, Corrine
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: Corrine Kidd, 90, died August 1, 2007. She was born January 28, 1917 to Wilbur and Laura Maria Swisher Tyler.She attended the First Baptist Church of Lincoln. She is survived by two sons, Gerald Kidd and David Kidd, both of Lincoln; two daughters, Wilma Lacy Mason of Prairie Grove , and Maxine New of Scottsdale, AZ; a sister, Thelma Coker of Topock, AZ; 16 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lacy Kidd; two brothers, Gene and Jack Tyler; a sister, Helen Campbell; and a grandson, Steve Davis. Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Lincoln with Randy Magar officiating. Burial was at Bethesda Cemetery near Morrow, AR with arrangements by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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KIDD, Matilda Mae
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Matilda Mae Kidd, 63, died May 8, 2004. She was born May 24, 1940. She was a certified nurse's assistant at Crestpark Retirement Inn. Survivors include her sons, Nathaniel Kidd, Jimmie Lee Kidd, and Jerome Lorenzo Kidd, all of Forrest City, and Grady Kidd, Jr. of Triangle, VA; two daughters, Brenda Morris and Linda Johnson, both of Forrest City; a brother, Jim Johnson of Forrest City; a sister, Ann Woods of Forrest City; 13 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Lane Chapel CME Church with Rev. Ronald Broussard officiating. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.

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KIELTUCKI, Antoni
MARKED TREE, ARKANSAS: Antoni Kieltucki, 88, died November 19, 2003. He attended St. Norbert Catholic Church in Marked Tree. He is survived by a son, Richard Kieltucki of Tucson, AZ; three daughters, Anna Reinhardt of Irving, TX, Halina Teresa Hensley of Prescott, AZ, and Rosalie Craig of Marked Tree; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janina Kieltucki. Services were held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, followed by interment at the Marked Tree Cemetery.

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KIFER, Allen H.
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Allen Henry Kifer, 82, died November 8, 2008. He was born November 12, 1925 to the late H.W. and Anna Kifer. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force, and was an avid Cardinals fan. He is survived by three sons, Jerry Kifer, Gary Kifer and wife Tricia, and Ronald Kifer, all of Jonesboro; two sisters, Margaret Peters of Siloam Springs and Joan Hoover of Jonesboro; two brothers, Brad Kifer of El Paso, TX, and Jim Tate of Augusta, GA; 5 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Monica Maxine Kifer; a sister, Rosalie Lindsey; and a brother, Jean Kifer. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery with arrangements by Gregg Funeral Home.

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KILE, Hazel
OSCEOLA, ARKANSAS: Hazel Kile, 81, died September 3, 2006. She attended Luxora First Baptist Church. Survivors include two brothers, Earl Baker, Jr. of Southaven, MS, and Charles Baker of Osceola. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Kile; three sisters; and a brother. Interment was at Dogwood Cemetery in Blytheville with Jackie Woods officiating. Arrangements were handled by Wilson Funeral Home.

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KILGORE, Lottie M.
BARLING, ARKANSAS: Lottie Mae "Tootie" Kilgore, 60, died January 12, 2006. She was a homemaker, and was of the Pentecostal faith. Survivors include her husband, Bill Kilgore; two sons, Kendall Kilgore of Virginia Beach, VA, and Jeffrey Kilgore of Barling; a sister, Dot House of Jasper; three brothers, Perry Davidson of Kingston, Joe Davidson of Green Forest, and Cotton Davidson of Compton; and two grandchildren. Burial was at Crossroads Cemetery in Compton with arrangements by Putman Funeral Home of Fort Smith, AR.

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KILKER, Robert T.
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, ARKANSAS: Robert T. Kilker, 73, died January 13, 2002. He was born February 5, 1928 to Sherman John and Mary Schmidt Kilker. He worked for the Department of Defense at the Precision Measurement Electronics Laboratory. He was a former Merchant Marine, and served in the U.S. Air Force during Korea and Vietnam. He was a member of Community of Joy Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jo Kilker; three sons, Robert E. Kilker of Sacramento, CA, Christopher Kilker of Jessieville, and James Reeder of Chicago, IL; four daughters, Carole Stothart of Houston, TX, Robin Veile of Houston, TX, Tracy Astle of Yuba City, CA, and Julie Perry of Sacramento, CA; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Katherine Sheets. Services were held at Christ Lutheran Church with Rev. Muriel Peterson officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Caruth Village Funeral Home.

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KILLIAN, Callie
GLENWOOD, ARKANSAS: Callie Mae Killian, 92, died March 28, 2011. She was born May 7, 1918 in Akins, OK to Willie Gray and Vivian Neoma Barnes Gray. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Sue and Kevin McLean of Glenwood; a son, Henry Killian of Norman; 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Cecil "Jack" Killian; and a grandson, David Killian. Services were held at Mount Tabor Community Church. Interment was at Mount Tabor Cemetery by Davis-Smith Funeral Home.

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KIMBERLIN, Virginia S.
JOINER, ARKANSAS: Virginia S. Kimberlin, 85, died July 14, 2007. She attended Joiner Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Charolette Kimberlin of Huntington, TN, and Richard and Kay Kimberlin of Berryville, AR; two daughters and a son-in-law, Betty and Jim May of Southaven, MS, and Dotti Kimberlin of Joiner; a sister, Mildred Morris of Fort Worth, TX; 7 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Kimberlin. Services were held at Joiner Baptist Church. Interment was at Mississippi County Memorial Gardens under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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KIMBRO, Ilta
DUMAS, ARKANSAS: Ilta Turner Kimbro, 93, died on March 24, 2006. She was born on August 5, 1912 to the late Wade Hamilton and Maud McConnell Turner. Ilta was a bookkeeper and lawyer for the Joe Lee McKennon Implement Company in Dumas. She was a Presbyterian. She earned a law degree from the University of Tennessee at Memphis. Survivors include a granddaughter, Marie Green of Harrison; and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ilta Arlene Davidson. Interment was at the Atkins City Cemetery with arrangements by Griffin Funeral Home.

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KIMBROUGH, Rosella
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Rosella Kimbrough, 78, died December 14, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Major T. Kimbrough; five sons; a daughter; a sister; a brother; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Services were held at First Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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KIMERY, Joel W.
GARLAND COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Joel W. Kimery died March 28, 1916. He was born October 11, 1841. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Co. 11 Tennessee Infantry. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery.

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KIMES, Arthur E.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Arthur E. Kimes died January 24, 1970. He was born January 10, 1896. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War I. He was survived by his wife, Fannye W. Kimes. Burial was at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

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KIMSEY, Glenda
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Glenda Faye Kimsey, 52, died January 10, 2005. She was a member of Levy Baptist Church. She worked at the VA Hospital as a Health Care Tech. Survivors include a daughter, Patricia Calhoun of Sherwood, a son, Michael Kimsey of Sherwood, a sister, Linda Lewis of Midland, TX, three brothers, Bill Morris of Midland, TX, David Morris, and Robert Morris; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at Levy Baptist Church in North Little Rock. Burial was at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock, AR.

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KINCAID, Mildred
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Mildred Ann Allison Kincaid, 64, died May 6, 2001. She was born May 3, 1937 to Herman and Virginia Eastwood Allison. She retired from Georgia-Pacific and was a member of South Main Baptist Church. She was a former member of the Order of the Amaranth. She is survived by her mother, Virginia Allison of Vivian, LA; two sisters, Carla Sue Walton of Shreveport, LA, and Gayle Cox of Vivian, LA; a niece, Tasha Beck; and numerous cousins and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Kincaid. Services were held at South Main Baptist Church with Bro. Jimmie Lewis officiating. Interment was at Cleveland Cemetery with arrangements by Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, AR.

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KINCY, V. Hazel
DYER, ARKANSAS: V. Hazel Kincy, 70, died March 27, 2006. She was a retired secretary for the Van Buren Senior Center. Survivors include a sister, Brenda Haggard of Sallisaw; and a brother, Jerry Harmon of Van Buren. Interment was at Dyer Cemetery under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR.

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KINDERVATER, Gerhardt R., Jr.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Gerhardt Richard "Junior" Kindervater, Jr. died February 24, 2007. He was born July 25, 1923 to the late Gay and Pearl Kindervater. He was a veteran of World War II, and was of the Lutheran faith. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He worked for the family business, R. Kindervater and Sons Meat Market in Little Rock. Survivors include his wife, Virginia Kindervater; two sons, Gerhardt Richard Kindervater III, and Michael G. Kindervater; a daughter, Patricia Ann Foster; 3 grandchildren; a sister; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by a daughter, Debra Gay Kindervater. Services were held in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home with Rev. Paul H. Jilg presiding. Burial was at Forest Hills Memorial Park.

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KINDRIX, Willie R.
CHARLESTON, ARKANSAS: Willie Roy Kindrix, 94, died September 4, 2005. He was a farmer. He was born February 16, 1911 to Fay and Verdie Bernard Kindrix. Survivors include his wife, Lillie Kindrix; a brother, Charlie Henry Kindrix; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Roller Funeral Home of Paris, AR with interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery.

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KINDY , Homer D.
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Homer David Kindy, 79, died September 28, 2009. He was born December 14, 1929 to Homer and Marguerite Gammel Kindy. He was a truck driver and cattleman, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He attended Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Heather Kindy of Malvern, Phillip and Patty Kindy of Rogers, Dennis Ferguson of Indiana, and Michael Christy of Arkansas; a brother, Jerry Kindy of Little Rock; a sister, Linda McClemore of Fayetteville; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Ida Maye Kindy. Interment was at Clear Creek Cemetery with arrangements by Regency Funeral Home.

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KINDY, James A.
PERRYVILLE, ARKANSAS: James A. Kindy, 85, died December 21, 2009. He was born January 21, 1924. He ran Kindy Sawmill in Benton for many years, and later moved to Perryville. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and served in North Africa. He attended the First Baptist Church of Perryville. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Kindy; three sons, Jim (Debi) Kindy of Benton, Joe Kindy of Benton, and Gary (Sharon) Kindy of Muldrow, OK; six stepchildren, Kenny (Ann) Miller, Donald Miller, Jerry Miller, Sharon Starkey, Paula Holcomb and Debbie Miller; two sisters, Edna Beck and Marie Griffis, both of Little Rock; a brother, Bob (Patty) Kindy of Conroe, TX; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; his step-grandchildren; and his step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, William H. and Pearl Kindy; two brothers, Johnny and Lloyd Kindy; and two sisters, Ola Faye Faulkner and Pauline Deaton. Burial was at Pinecrest Memorial Park with arrangements by Ashby Funeral Home.

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KING, Arlene
BIGGERS, ARKANSAS: Arlene King, 85, died March 11, 2011 at Randolph Home. She was born May 26, 1925 in Fender to Vince and Josephine Johnson. She is survived by her husband, Gerald D. "G.D." King of the home; four sons, Vince and wife Marybeth King of Odem, TX; Scott (Christy) King of Doniphan, MO, and Sam (Kathie) Becerra and Kevin (Ellen) Cable, all of Paragould; a brother, Russell Johnson of Biggers; 10 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Carl, Gene and John; three sisters, Ossie, Lola and her twin sister, Geraldine; and two infant siblings. Services were held at the Biggers Church of Christ. Burial was at Hite Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home.

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KING, Eula
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Eula Mae King, 72, passed away April 10, 2005. She was born April 21, 1932 to Truman and Tabitha Harrison Fox. She was the owner of Eula Mae's Beauty Shop in Siloam Springs and retired in 1991. She attended the First United Methodist Church of Siloam Springs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Haskell King. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Pam King of Siloam Springs, and Bob and Jodi King of Gentry; a daughter, Brenda Rector of Siloam Springs; 7 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and a sister, Ola Sue Williams of Fayetteville. Services were held at Wasson Memorial Chapel with Dr. David Bush officiating. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Wasson Funeral Home.

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KING, Hazel
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Hazel King, 80, died on February 25, 2006. She was a retiree of Saddle Manufacturing, and attended Woodland Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Beverly King of Clarksville; her brothers, John Swain, and Clarence Swain and wife, Shirley, of New Hampshire, and Robert Kenney and wife, Virginia, of Vermont; and her sisters, Rose Hurd and husband, John, of Florida, and Marion Critchfield and Dorothy Hicks of New Hampshire. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Rose Marcott Swain; and by her husband, Harry King. Interment was at Woodland Cemetery with Rev. Michael Sawyer officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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KING, Hymon
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Hymon King was born in 1900; he died in 1974. Interment was at Haven of Rest Cemetery.

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KING, J.G.
EUREKA SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: J.G. King died April 18, 1888. He was the son of Levi King. He was a lawyer. Burial was in Maury County, TN. Note: His middle name may be Gentry.

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KING, Karen
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Karen Sue King, 52, died August 9, 1997. She was born April 5, 1945. She attended the Church of God in Rogers. She is survived by her husband, Raymond; two sons, Robby Rhoades and Eric Rhoades; four daughters, Cheryl Gonzales, Becky Barnett, April Rhoades, and Kim Burkett of Garfield; a stepson, Tony King; a stepdaughter, Tressa King; her mother, Geneva Day; three brothers, Clyde Gunnels Jr., Larry Don Gunnels, and Roger Lynn Gunnels; two sisters, Kaye Clawson and Anita Schlottman; and eleven grandchildren. Interment was at Buttram Chapel Cemetery with arrangements by Sisco Funeral Home of Pea Ridge, AR.

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KING, Louie A.
WHITE HALL, ARKANSAS: Louie A. King, 77, died December 10, 2006. He was born September 27, 1929 to the late Alvin King and Maudie Wilson. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a retired safety and insect inspector for International Paper. He attended the First United Methodist Church, and was a member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Mary Neal King; three sons, Steve Allen King of White Hall, Chris King of Pine Bluff, and Joel King of Pine Bluff; a daughter, Sally Slagle of Hot Springs; a brother, Marvin King of New Edinburg, AR; a sister, Lorene Braswell of Slidell, LA; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; and a sister. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church with Reverend David Moseley officiating. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.

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KING, Tiara T.
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Tiara Teralesia King, age 7, died August 21, 2004. She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Terri and Cedric Holloway of Jacksonville; two brothers, Kelvin Draper of Conway and Montrel Milum of Paris; four sisters, TyShayla Pillow of Jacksonville, Jasmine King of Conway, Ciara King (twin sister) and Essence King of Jacksonville; her grandmothers, Bernice Lester of Conway and Carolyn King of Helena; and her great-grandparents, Elizabeth Johnson of Little Rock, Mattie Weaver of Helena, Thelma King of Helena, and Thomas Charles King, Jr. of Cincinnati, OH. Services were held at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Little Rock. Interment was at Robinson Cemetery in Conway with arrangements by Premier Funeral Home of Little Rock, AR.

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KINGERY, Earl M.
POYEN, ARKANSAS: Earl McCoy Kingery, 80, died June 27, 2008. He was born June 20,1928 to the late Ernest and Dovie Fite Kingery. He retired from Alcoa as a diesel mechanic, and enjoyed traveling and music. He is survived by three daughters and sons-in law, Mary and Larry Ballard of Poyen, Earlene and Lynn Jackson of Andrews, SC, and Diane and Tony Carder of Poyen; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Janie and Bob Miller and Carolyn and Wendall Dawson of Malvern; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Mary Crippen Kingery. Interment was at Lindsey Poyen Cemetery with arrangements by Regency Funeral Home.

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KINION, Benjamin F.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Benjamin Franklin Kinion, 92, died November 3, 1973. He was born July 18, 1881. He was survived by a daughter, Ruth Mondor; a sister, Frances Paschal; and one grandchild. Burial was at McCord Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Home.

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KINNAMAN, Rev. David
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Rev. David R. Kinnaman, 77, died October 15, 2009. He was born December 17, 1931 in Puxico, MO to Eugene Vincent Kinnaman and Edna Ruth Meadows Kinnaman. He was a minister for over 50 years, and pastored many of the Bible Missionary Churches in the United States. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He is survived by his wife, Ruthie May Cooper Kinnaman; six children, David L. Kinnaman (June) of Gravette, Donna L. Crane and Teressa Dyer (David), both of Jacksonville, John M. Kinnaman (Faye) of Winlock, WA, Debbie L. Pordum of Milan, IL, and Jim M. Kinnaman (Tina) of Arborg, Manitoba, Canada; 25 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Carolyn McDowell Kinnaman; his parents; and a sister, Beth Ruth. Services were held at the Bible Missionary Church in Jacksonville. Interment was at Marvin Chapel Cemetery in Bonne Terre, MO. Arrangements were handled by Thomas Funeral Service.

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KINNEY, Johnie
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Johnie Kinney, 77, died April 16, 2005. He was a a retired diesel mechanic for Mid-Co in Memphis. Survivors include four sons: Johnie Ray Kinney, Jr. of West Memphis, AR, David Wayne Kinney of West Memphis, AR, Michael Edward Kinney of West Memphis, AR and Rickey Eugene Kinney of Marion, AR; two brothers and two sisters; ten grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Orpha Kinney. Interment was at the Manila Cemetery in Manila, AR with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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KINNEY, Orpha
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Orpha Kinney, 79, died on March 9, 2005. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Johnie Kinney of West Memphis, AR (who passed away on April 16, 2005); four sons: Johnie Ray Kinney, Jr. of West Memphis, AR., David Wayne Kinney of West Memphis, AR., Michael Edward Kinney of West Memphis, AR., and Rickey Eugene Kinney of Marion, AR; four sisters; five brothers; ten grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Interment was at the Manila Cemetery in Manila, AR with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, AR.

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KINSEY, Levon
LAMAR, ARKANSAS: Levon Kinsey, 78, died June 8, 2004. He was the son of the late Benjamin Franklin and Linnie Mae Robinson Kinsey. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, and served as an elder with the Jehovah's Witnesses. He is survived by his wife, Betty Kinsey; two daughters, Paula Sue Wienstien of Fresno, CA, and Larri Lynn Kinsey of Maui, HI; a son, Danny Von Kinsey of Lamar; three sisters, Wanda Damazio of Mount Ida, Mary Rose Burks of Hot Springs and Patsy Ruth Smith of Clarksville; four brothers, Earl Kinsey of Dardanelle, Norbin Kinsey of Ouachita, Ervin Eugene Kinsey of Prescott, AZ, and Raymond Kinsey of Ogden, UT; 14 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Don Collie officiating. Burial was at Oakland Cemetery with arrangements by Hardwicke Funeral Home.

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KIRCHOFF, Marvin M.
MALVERN, ARKANSAS: Marvin M. Kirchoff, 78, died January 7, 2005 due to injuries sustained in an car accident. He was born October 8, 1926 to Fred and Esther Harris Kirchoff. He co-owned and operated seven Gibson's stores with his brother, Bobby, until his retirement. Following retirement, he enjoyed working in other retail interests. He was a charter member of the Arkansas Arabian Horse Club, a member of the Lions Club, and a United States Army and Navy veteran. He was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Malvern, where he served as president of the congregation and was an elder. Survivors include his wife, Nell Kirchoff; three daughters, Sue Cossey of Perryville, Kathy Loomis of Oppelo, and Kim Coffman of Greenbrier; three brothers, Bobby Kirchoff of Malvern, and Walter Kirchoff and Merlyn Kirchoff, both of Stuttgart; three sisters, Elsie Haller of California, and Frances Blohm and Carolyn Mulloy, both of Stuttgart; 8 grandchildren; 1 step-grandchild; 5 great-grandchildren; and 2 step-great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Malvern with the Rev. Ken Burton officiating. Another service was held at St. John Lutheran Church in Stuttgart. Burial was at Lone Tree Cemetery in Stuttgart with arrangements by Regency Funeral Home of Malvern, AR.

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KIRK, Willie R.
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Willie Raymond Kirk, 71, died February 11, 2006. He was a retired mechanic. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and attended the Westside Full Gospel Church. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; four daughters, Jean Wood and Lawanda Combs, both of Clarksville, Debbie Leaman of East Jordan, MI, and Linda Reynolds of Clair, MI; two sons, David Kirk of White Plain, MI, and Martin Kirk of East Jordan, MI; three sisters, Pauline Rex of Gainsville, TX, Lawanda Hume of Marietta, OK, and Edith Kirk of Newalla, OK; 18 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Westside Full Gospel Church. Burial was at Union Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

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KIRKSEY, Martha
ELKINS, ARKANSAS: Martha Florence Kirksey, 77, died November 24, 1967 at her home near Elkins. She was born September 12, 1890 in Madison County to Lafayette and Estella Gardner. Survivors include her husband, Clifford Kirksey of Elkins; a son, James, of Elkins; three daughters, Mrs. Geneva Holmsley of Tulsa, and Mrs. Virginia Hartwell and Mrs. Elda Lawson, both of Elkins; a brother, Orange Gardner of Elkins; two sisters, Mrs. Maggie Kirksey of Wesley, and Mrs. Ollie Bell of Fayetteville; 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Elmer Gardner. Services were held at Mount Olive Community Church. Burial was at Mount Olive Cemetery by Brashears Funeral Home.

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KISER, John T.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John T. Kiser died January 12, 1945. He was born February 5, 1876. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Spanish-American War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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KISSING, Barbia J.
SEDGWICK, ARKANSAS: Barbia Jean Kissing, age 4, died of bronchial pneumonia on February 28, 1942. She was born on October 11, 1937 to Jack and Thelma McGinry Kissing. She is survived by a brother, Willis E. Kissing. Interment was at Aldridge Cemetery.

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KITCHEN, Billy
HINDSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Billy Lue Kitchen, 79, died January 18, 2007. He was born April 30, 1927 to the late Harry and Minnie Howe Kitchen. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and attended Springdale Missionary Baptist Church. He was a farmer, a former fireman, and worked in drywall construction. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows for over 40 years. Survivors include his wife of over 55 years, Alice B. Kitchen; four children, Pamela Reed of Hindsville, Paula Anderson of Hindsville, Cheryl Bundy of Enid, OK and Mark Kitchen of Hindsville, AR; 8 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Benton County Funeral Home of Rogers, AR.

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KITTLER, Wesley
CARLISLE, ARKANSAS: Wesley Louis Kittler, 85, died February 15, 2002. He was a former Lonoke County Justice of the Peace, and a retired farmer. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Joy Kittler; a son, Donald Kittler of Carlisle; four daughters, Carol Sumner of Oklahoma, Phyllis Love of Tennessee, and Terry Petrus and Kaye Stock, both of Hazen; a stepdaughter, Glenda Barnes of Lonoke; two sisters, Rozanne Bell of Hickory Plains, and Louise Hardke of Memphis; two brothers, W.H. Kittler of Carlisle, and Robert Kittler of Perryville; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Laverne Kittler; and a grandson. Interment was at the Carlisle Cemetery under the direction of Westbrook Funeral Home.

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KLEIN, Rutha
GREENBRIER, ARKANSAS: Rutha Mae Hegi Klein, 77, died January 17, 2007. She was born November 23, 1929 to the late John and Della Nicholson Hegi. She worked as a caretaker for the elderly. She enjoyed going to the Senior Citizens' Center in Conway, and liked yard work. Survivors include a sister, Della Marie Harrington of Greenbrier; a brother, Leon Hegi and wife Jeannette of Conway; three nephews; a niece; two great-nephews; and a great-niece. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Chuck Klein. Services werer held at Griffin Leggett Funeral Home with Chris Franco and Roger Pearce officiating. Burial was at Oakland Cemetery.

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KLEMA, Erwin R.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Erwin R. Klema, 61, died December 15, 2004. He was born September 19, 1943 to the late Irwin and Dorothy Klema. He is survived by a sister, Dianne Holada of Conway; several nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Cremation arrangements were handled by by Roller McNutt Funeral Home of Conway, AR.

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KLENIEC, Gladys
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Gladys Nadine Kleniec, 78, died December 21, 2006. She was a retired executive secretary for Donald W. Reynolds. She is survived by include her lifelong friends, Melba Riggs, Steven and LaBeth Riggs, and Shelly, Brannon, and Stacey Riggs. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Robbie Hendrix Ross; a twin sister, Irene Ingram; and a brother, Glen Ross. Interment was at Roselawn Cemetery with arrangements handled by Edwards Funeral Home.

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KLITZ, Edna
BARLING, ARKANSAS: Edna Mae Klitz, 63, died August 27, 2004. She was employed in Medical Records at St. Edward's Mercy Medical Center. She attended Bethel Baptist Church in Barling. Survivors include her husband, Richard Klitz; a daughter, Kayla Elloso and husband Raymond of Granton, Massachusetts; a son, Rick Klitz and wife Tricia of Fort Smith, AR; a sister, Freida Musser of Moore, OK; three brothers; Donny Rainwater of Noman, OK, Cecil Rainwater of LeFlore, OK, and Jimmy Rainwater of Crecent, OK; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Ola Rainwater. Funeral arrangements were handled by Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith, AR.

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KLOSS, Betty
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Betty Kloss, 80, died March 2, 2007. She was born March 20, 1926 to the late Rufuss Spraddlin and Virgie Davis Spraddlin. She is survived by her daughters, Nina VanHorn and husband Timothy of Alexander, and Brandy Williams of Benton; her grandchildren, Joe Bass and wife Candice of Benton; Jennifer Bellott and husband Taylor of Bryant; a devoted friend, Reuben Crawford; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Warren G.H. Brooks and Billy Kloss. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Campbell officiating. Interment was at Forest Hills Cemetery.

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KNAB, Oscar R.
HOLIDAY ISLAND, ARKANSAS: Oscar Rudolf Knab, 94, died August 2, 2002. He was born February 19, 1908 to August and Priska Heinrich Knab. He was an architect, and worked for the Sollitt Construction Company. He enjoyed astronomy, building telescopes, painting, woodcarving and photography. He attended St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Eureka Springs. Survivors include his wife, Mary Hoffman Knab; his children, Priscilla Richardson, Douglas J. Knab, Virginia Knab, and Monica Knab; 9 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, August and Priska Knab; 2 brothers; and 6 sisters. Cremation arrangements were handled by Nelson Funeral Service.

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KNIEPKAMP, Wilfred
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Wilfred Arnold Kniepkamp, 81, died September 12, 1996. He was born February 15, 1915 to Henry and Sophia Stutz Kniepkamp. He retired from the tool and dye business, and attended Salem Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Edna Brecht Kniepkamp; a son, Richard Kniepkamp; a daughter, Mary Jane Acheson; a brother, E.H. Kniepkamp; two sisters, Laura Fuchssteiner and Hedwig Chaput; 3 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were handled by Memorial Funeral Home.

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KNIFE, Warren H.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Warren Harding Knife, 84, died August 5, 2007. He was born December 25, 1922 to Benjamin and Bertha Mae Branch Knife. He was a retired carpenter, and was a decorated World War II veteran. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Raymond and Betty Knife of North Little Rock, George and Kay Knife of Searcy, and Gary and Anita Knife of Jacksonville; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a brother, Hal Knife; his sisters, Edna, Alice, and Bea; and a special friend, Verna Robinson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Knife; his parents; a son, James; and his sisters, Cleo and Louise. Interment was at Gilbert Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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KNIGHT, Frank L.
CABOT, ARKANSAS: Frank L. Knight, Sr., 79, died November 22, 1983. He retired from McDonald-Douglas Aircraft Corporation, and was a Methodist. Survivors include two daughters, Katherine Gibbs of Cabot and Alta Johnson of Hesperia, CA; three brothers, Pinkney R. Knight and R.J. Knight, both of Clarendon, and B.B. Knight of Little Rock; 8 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Park Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Clarendon. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Brown Funeral Home of Clarendon, AR.

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KNIGHTEN, Pansy
DE QUEEN, ARKANSAS: Pansy Marie Hartzell Conatser Knighten, 72, died March 16, 2003. She was born January 14, 1931 to James and May Cook Hartzell. She was a retired caregiver, and attended the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Survivors include her husband, O.J. Knighten of De Queen; her children, Jerry Conatser of Lockesburg, Joe Conatser of Mena, Ann Yocum of De Queen, Mary Holmes of De Queen and Mary Briggs of Fairfield Bay; her brothers, Paul Hartzell of Oregon and Jimmy Hartzell of Texas; 17 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Henry Conatser. Interment was at Beacon Hill Cemetery with Pastor Don Fortner officiating. Arrangements were handled by Wilkerson Funeral Home.

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KNITTIG, Andrew A.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Andrew Aldophus Knittig, 78, died May 1, 2007. He was born March 9, 1929 to the late Henry Joseph Knittig and Josephine Kirchner Knittig. He attended St. Theresa Catholic Church. Survivors include his brothers, Joseph Knittig of Little Rock, Aloys Knittig and wife Betty of North Little Rock; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Stephen Knittig and Robert Nicholas Knittig; and a sister-in-law, Agnes Knittig. Interment was at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Morrison Bluff, AR with Fr. Barnabas Maria Susai officiating. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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KNITTIG, Betty O.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Betty O. Knittig, 77, died May 3, 2007. She attended Calvary Baptist Church in North Little Rock. Survivors include her husband, Aloys V. Knittig; her sons, John Barry Lyon of Florida and William Gary Lyon of Texas; a daughter, Margaret Elizabeth Mahoney of TX; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Juanita Ward of Keo. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Montine Garrison; and her brothers, Harold, Waylon and Dalton Sims. Services were held at the chapel of North Little Rock Funeral Home. Interment was at Mulberry Cemetery.

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KNITTIG, Robert N.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Robert Nicholas Knittig, 67, died February 9, 2007. He was born on February 13, 1939 to the late Henry Joseph Knittig and Josephine Kirchner Knittig. He attended St Theresa Catholic Church. Survivors include his brothers, Joseph Knittig, Andrew Knittig, and Aloys Knittig and wife Betty; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Stephen Knittig; and a sister-in-law, Agnes Knittig. Interment was at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Morrison Bluff, AR with arrangements handled by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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KNOWLES, Bonita
AUSTIN, ARKANSAS: Major Bonita Arlene "Bonnie" Knowles, 73, died January 4, 2001. She was born June 24, 1927. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cabot. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Bill Knowles. A memorial service was held at Cabot Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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KNOWLES , Eupha
AUSTIN, ARKANSAS: Eupha Hill Knowles, 76, died April 27, 1981. She was a Baptist. Survivors include three sons, William C. Knowles of Crossett, Charles Knowles of North Little Rock, and George E. Knowles of Mineral Wells, TX; two daughters, Mrs. Hallie Cooper of Phoenix, and Mrs. Sarah Fisher of Oklahoma City; two brothers, Joe Hill of North Little Rock, and Louie Hill of Beebe; two sisters, Mrs. Opal Rich of Beebe, and Mrs. Charlene Melland of Nebraska; and 11 grandchildren. Burial was at Stoney Point Cemetery by W.L. Westbrook Funeral Home.

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KNOWLES, Myrtle
MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS: Myrtle Burks Knowles, 89, died March 12, 2002. She was born October 11, 1912 to the late Guy C. Burks and Winnie Estelle Gober Burks. She was a former school teacher, and attended the Monticello Church of Christ, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She was a member of Chapter B.C. of the Malvern P.E.O., the Green Thumb Garden Club, and the Federation of Garden Clubs. She is survived by two brothers, J.W. Burks of Benton and Clifford Burks of Monticello; and four sisters, Ruby Jeter of Monticello, Jane Butler of Hot Springs, Guylene Simmons of Laurel, Delaware, and Coty Ashcraft of Crossett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady A. Knowles; and two brothers. Services were held at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello with Larry Pasley officiating. Burial was at Union Ridge Cemetery in Drew County.

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KNOX, John T.
LONOKE, ARKANSAS: John T. Knox, 81, died September 14, 1974. He was a retired carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Ava Marsh Knox; two sons, William H. Knox and John B. Knox, both of Lonoke; two daughters, Jacqueline Simpson of North Little Rock and Ruby Radcliffe of Lonoke; two sisters, Ruth Ross and Annie Felton, both of Lonoke; 6 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Stevens Funeral Chapel. Burial was at Butlerville Cemetery.

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KNUTSON, Fredrik B.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Fredrik Brent Knutson, 60, died May 20, 2002. He was born September 4, 1941 to Frederick Eugene and Dorothy Hunt Knutson. He was a graduate of the University of Puget Sound, and earned a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from the Claremont Graduate School. He specialized in Assyriology, and studied Cuneiform, Hebrew, New Testament Greek, and other subjects. He was on the faculty of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock teaching Hebrew and coursework in the Old and New Testaments, Ancient Near Eastern Religions, Islam and the Modern Middle East, and the History of Christian Thought. He was chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies until 1989. Although he suffered a stroke in 1989, he continued teaching. At the time of his passing, he was learning Sumerian and working on a monograph. Survivors include his wife, Roslyn Lander Knutson; his mother, Dorothy Knutson of West Covina, CA; a brother, Brian Knutson of Tacoma, WA; a sister, Barbara Lindberg of West Covina, CA; his sons, Brent R. Knutson and wife Jeanette of Boise, ID, Nathan B. (Knutson) Kaplan of Reno, NV; his stepchildren, Roslyn Donald and husband Garin Hiebert of Redwood City, CA, Ford Donald and wife Lisa of Flower Mound, TX; and 2 granddaughters. Services were held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral with The Very Reverend Henry Hudson officiating. Burial was at Roselawn Cemetery under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home.

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KOCH, Lawrence
OZARK, ARKANSAS: Lawrence Koch, 91, died April 1, 2005. He was born November 23, 1913. He was a retired coal miner, and attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris. Survivors include three daughters, Loretta Higginbotham of Cabot, Ginger Charlesworth of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Greta Wilson of Altus; a brother, Edward Koch of Paris; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Paris. Cremation arrangements were handled by Shaffer Funeral Home of Ozark, AR.

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KOCHER, Raymond H.
FOX, ARKANSAS: Raymond Henry Kocher, 83, died March 30, 2005. He was born March 28, 1922 to the late Achatz and Emma Kocher. He attended the Fox Assembly of God Church, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Jewell Murray Kocher; three sons, Ronnie Kocher of Mountain View, and Tim Kocher Benny Kocher, both of Fox; two daughters, Yvonne Watkins of Waldron, and Stacey Stubbs of Fox; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Sophia; and five other sisters, Rosina WIlliams, Emma Vankirk, Maria Peterson, Anna Tesh, Sally Schiefer and Martina Zarkis. Services were held at the Fox Assembly of God with Coy Sutterfield and Marvin Sutterfield officiating. Interment took place at Fox Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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KOEGEL, Frederick
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Frederick Koegel, 69, died July 1, 1913. He was a Civil War veteran. Burial was at Oak Cemetery under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith, AR.

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KOELLER, Myrtle U.
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Myrtle Uvyonne Koeller, 64, died March 1, 2007. She was born May 7, 1942. She was a secretary for Marvin Short FCS, and attended St. Michael's Catholic Church in West Memphis. Among the surviving family members are her daughter, Tonya Serda of West Memphis; 6 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald J. Koeller; and a daughter, Tammy Darr. Services were held at St. Michael's Catholic Church. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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KOENIG, Emil J.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Emil J. Koenig died February 23, 1956. He was born January 10, 1890. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War I. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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KOENIG, Selma
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Selma Schweig Koenig, 90, died February 2, 2011. She was born July 24, 1920 in Little Rock to Fannie and Edgar Schweig. She was a bookkeeper for the M.M. Cohn Company and the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System, and also worked at Magic Mart Pharmacy. She enjoyed cooking, knitting, playing mah jongg, and going out with her Saturday night dinner group. She was a lifelong member of Synagogue Agudath Achim and Congregation B'nai Israel in Little Rock. Survivors include her children, Carole Koenig Weisbly and son-in-law, Gary, Steven Koenig and Ellie Koenig Moore and son-in-law, John; three sisters, Eleanor Schweig Gross, Ruth Schweig Itzkowitz, and Mary Louise Schweig Cohn and husband, Bill; two sisters-in-law, Cecile Burta Schweig and Bessie Koenig Glosser; 2 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; her caregivers, Joyce Sims and Deborah Piggee; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Sidney Koenig; her parents; two sisters, Mildred Schweig Golden and Rosalee Schweig Forman; and a brother, Irvin "Buddy" Schweig. Burial was at Jewish Oakland Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home.

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KOERDT, Edmund H.
SCRANTON, ARKANSAS: Edmund Henry Koerdt, 80, died March 28, 2009. He was born June 4, 1928 to the late Frank Joseph Koerdt and Rose Mary Weisenfels Koerdt. He was a retired mechanic. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of the American Legion. He attended St. Ignatius Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Mae Koerdt; three daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Maurice Humphrey of Paris, Karen and Tony Bauer of Scranton, and Margie and Stephen McClure of Subiaco; a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Phyllis Koerdt of Scranton; a sister, Ann Knight of Scranton; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Interment of cremains was at Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Morrison Bluff, AR by Brotherton Brothers Funeral Home.

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KOHANEK, John
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John Kohanek died September 2, 1954. He was born September 27, 1876. He was a musician, and a U.S. Army veteran of the Spanish-American War. Burial was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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KOLAFA, Judy
HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Judy Glasscock Kolafa, 76, died April 2, 2005. She was born August 27, 1928 to Joseph Welldon and Mary Satterwhite Glasscock. She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone. She attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pine Bluff, and was a member of the Altar Society both at St. Joseph's and St. Mary's in Hot Springs. She also belonged to the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, the Southwestern Bell Telephone Pioneers, the Red Cross, R.S.V.P., the Hot Springs Women's Welcome Club, and was a volunteer at National Park Medical Center. Survivors include three sons, Raymond Albert Kolafa, Jr., of Arnold, Missouri, Thomas Joseph and Charlene Kolafa of Royal, Allen Brown of Lexa; two daughters, Katherine Ann and Gary Hinshaw of Ratcliff, Candyce Creamer of Hot Springs; a sister, DeeDee Hinshaw of Hot Springs; 7 grandchildren; and 10 geat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, J.W. Glasscock; and a sister, Lula M. Smith. Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Reverend Jack Harris officiating. Burial was at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Ralph Robinson & Sons Funeral Directors.

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KOLB, John E.
PERRY COUNTY, ARKANSAS: John Ervin Kolb died June 19, 1898. He was born October 29, 1841. He was a Confederate Civil War veteran, and served with Company G, 41st Mississippi Infantry. Burial was at Nimrod Cemetery.

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KOLB, Joseph P.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Joseph Paul Kolb, 74, died May 5, 1980. He was born March 31, 1906 in St. Francis, WI to John and Antonia Kolb. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude Otzelberger Kolb; two daughters, Wendolyn Harding and Jacqueline Kolb; a son, Henry; a sister, Helen Otzelberger; two brothers, Tony and Nick; and 2 grandchildren. Burial was at Reese Cemetery under the direction of Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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KOMP, Mary
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Mary Ann Schluterman Komp, 81, died February 8, 2005. She was a homemaker. She attended St. Benedict Catholic Church and was a member of the St. Benedict Mothers' Society. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Alice McCombs of Subiaco; two sons, James Albert Komp of Subiaco and Jackie Komp of Paris; one sister, Margaret Binz of Paris; two brothers, Benard Schluterman of Paris and Eugene Schluterman of Subiaco; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Mary Ann Forst Schluterman; her husband, Henry A. Komp, Jr.; sisters, Ann Marie and Lucille Schluterman and brothers, Frank, Ernest and Albert Schluterman. Services were held at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco. Burial was at St. Benedict Cemetery with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home of Paris, AR.

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KOON, Burnadette
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Burnadette Koon, 77, died June 3, 2003. She attended Chapel Hill Baptist Church, and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include two daughters, Lynda Stoneking and Anne Wudkewych, both of Jacksonville; and 4 grandchildren. Graveside services were held at the Lonoke Cemetery.

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KONTOS, Harry G.
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Harry G. Kontos died November 24, 1964. He was born June 15, 1893. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and served as a cook during World War I. Interment was at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.

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KRASNESKY, Hank
HOGEYE, ARKANSAS: Hank Krasnesky, 74, died December 24, 2010. He was born in Erie, PA on April 18, 1936 to Henry and Millie Decker Krasnesky. He retired from the U.S. Army. He attended St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Tontitown, and enjoyed playing chess. Survivors include his wife, Marge Krasnesky; a son, Thad Krasnesky (Robin) of West Point, NY; two daughters, Heather Cooksey (John) of Fayetteville, and Heidi Heald (Craig) of Cheyenne, WY; a brother, D.J. Kraner of San Jose, CA; two sisters, Florence Krieger of Wesleyville, PA, and Genevieve Warwick of Austin, TX; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Tontitown with arrangements by Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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KREIMEYER, Doris
ULM, ARKANSAS: Doris Marie Kreimeyer, 74, died August 16, 2008. She was born August 21, 1933 to Lorenzo and Massie Garner Chastain. She attended Zion Lutheran Church, where she served with the Altar Guild. She enjoyed traveling, and lived in several foreign countries. She is survived by her husband, Robert Kreimeyer; two sons, Raymond Kreimeyer and wife Tammy, and Victor Kreimeyer, all of Cabot; a brother, Stanley Chastain of Holly Grove; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Earl, Bill Jim, Thomas, Hilton and Calvin; and four sisters, Jewel, Sadie, Hazel and Virginia. Services were held at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial was at Ulm Cemetery under the direction of Turpin Funeral Home.

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KRISCHAK, Estel
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Estel Krischak died October 18, 1997 at his home. He was born in Terre Haute, IN to Joe and Lula Krischak. He retired from Electric Autolite in Bay City, MI, and was a former resident of Toledo, OH, where he had worked at Tiedke's. He was a Mason and a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church. Survivors include a daughter, Judith A. (Larry) Taylor; 9 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Stanley Krischak; and a son, Donald. Services with Masonic rites were held at David R. Jasin Funeral Home in Toledo, OH.

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KRITCHARD, Thomas R.
MABELVALE, ARKANSAS: Thomas Richard Kritchard, 82, died March 3, 2004. He was born May 5, 1921 to the late Thomas Leroy and Lola Waller Kritchard. He was a retired truck driver, and was a member of New Hope Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include two daughters, Marcia Wist and Pamela Payne, both of Mabelvale; 4 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two sisters; and many other relatives and friends. Services were held at New Hope Church of the Nazarene with Rev. George Yarberry officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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KRONBERG, Hattie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Hattie Kronberg died November 30, 1921. She was born August 24, 1872. She was survived by her husband, Ike Kronberg. Interment was at Oakland Hebrew Cemetery in Little Rock.

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KRONE, Paul R.
BRINKLEY, ARKANSAS: Paul Richard Krone died July 29, 1896. He was born January 22, 1820 in Germany. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with Company E of the 3rd Arkansas Infantry. Burial was at the Brinkley Cemetery.

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KRUEGER, Orville L.
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Orville Lyle Krueger, 76, died May 26, 2007. He was born April 27, 1931 to Ed Krueger and Anna Henzler Krueger. He was a retired construction worker. He is survived by a brother, Norman Krueger of Meadow Grove, NE; 2 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret Scoggins Krueger; and a son, Junior Wayne England. Interment was at Palestine Cemetery with Kenneth Altom officiating. Arrangements were handled by Willis-Hays Funeral Service.

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KUETTEL, Sister Rosetta
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Sister Rosetta Kuettel, 84, died November 26, 2005. She was a retired teacher at St. Scholastica. Survivors include three sisters, Marie LaBrie of Culver City, CA, Madeline Whitney of Portland, ME, and Rosetta Fulmer of Greenbrier, AR; and a brother, Clemens Kuettel of Center Ridge, AR. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Rose Kuettel; and brothers, Le John, Anton, Eugene and Carl Kuettel. A funeral Mass was held at St. Scholastica Monastery Chapel. Burial was at St. Scholastica Cemetery with arrangements by Fentress Mortuary.

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KUHN, Marion
FAIRFIELD BAY, ARKANSAS: Marion Kuhn, a pharmacist and U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, was born September 20, 1901 and died November 25, 1984. Survivors include a daughter, Wilma Peterson; three sons, Glen, John, and Gail; a brother, Milo; 8 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Burial was at Eglantine Cemetery under the direction of Coffman Funeral Home.

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KUNCIS, Gertrude E.
HARRISON, ARKANSAS: Gertrude Elizabeth Kuncis, 83, passed away May 2, 2007. She was born August 19, 1923 to Roy B. and Mildred Clapp Costile. She is survived by her friend, Don Estep. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Adolph Kuncis. Cremation arrangements were handled by Christeson Funeral Home.

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KUNZ, Ruth
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: Ruth Ann Hall Kunz, 72, died January 3, 2007. She was born July 28, 1934 to the late Lafayette S. Hall and Ruth Reeves Hall. She was a bookkeeper. Survivors include her daughter, Leah Faye Kunz Getlan of Austin, TX; two brothers, Robert Hall of Aurora, IL and Edward C. Hall of Memphis, TN; and two sisters, Marion Hillock of Aurora, IL and Judith A. Munn in Tiskilwa, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Lafayette Hall, Donald Roy Hall, and Donald Richard Hall. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Benton County Funeral Home.

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KUPFNER, Glen V.
HAMBURG, ARKANSAS: Glen Vinton "Bub" Kupfner, 71, died January 3, 2005. He was a retired offshore engineer. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Herrington Kupfner; a stepson, Billy and wife Tara Sanders of West Monroe, LA; a daughter, Michelle Kupfner of Greenville, MS; three stepdaughters, Cindy and husband Darrell Page, Tina and husband Ronald Dicks of West Monroe, and Stacy and husband Michael Adams of Hamburg; three brothers, G.H. Kupfner of Leland, MS, and Lawney and Paul Kupfner of Parkersburg; a sister, Vera Laynor of Parkersburg; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Clifton Kupfner; and by his parents, Fred Henry and Amy Kupfner. Services were held at Mount Zion Baptist Church in the Berlin community. Burial was at the Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of Cromwell Funeral Home.

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KURFESS, Mildred
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Mildred K. Eubanks Kurfess, 85, died September 3, 2007. She was born July 27, 1922 to Powderly Eubanks and Guffie West Eubanks. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a sister, Oleta Hale of Pine Bluff. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Smith Kurfess. Burial was at Petit Jean Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton, AR.

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KURRUS, Andrew W., Jr.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Andrew William Kurrus, Jr., 81, died June 8, 2003. He was born April 9, 1922 to the late Andrew and Louise Kurrus. He retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. He enjoyed gardening and duck hunting. He was a Methodist. Survivors include his wife, Bobbie Kurrus; a sister, Ellen Jones of Shawnee Mission, KS; father-in-law, Howard Baker of Rison, AR; a daughter, Connie Petrik of North Little Rock; his sons, Andrew William Kurrus III of Corpus Christi, TX and Howard Baker Kurrus and daughter-in-law Ginny of Little Rock; and his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Baker Kurrus. Cremation arrangements were handled by Ralph Robinson And Son Funeral Directors of Pine Bluff, AR.

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KUSTURIN, Joe
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Joe Kusturin, 78, died May 27, 2001. He was a retired plumber and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II. He was of the Catholic faith. Survivors include two daughters, Nelda Hodges of Shannon Hills and Cynthia Anderson of Cabot; two brothers, Albert Kusturin of Hamburg and Martin Kusturin of Boone, NC; a sister, Lennie Mahan of Corpus Christi, TX; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Verona Cherry Kusturin; three brothers, Johnny, Matt and George Kusturin; and two sisters, Mary and Paula Kusturin. Services were held at the chapel of Jones Funeral Home in Hamburg, AR with Rev. Charles Pullin officiating. Interment was at Hamburg Cemetery.

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KUTA, Lynda
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Lynda Kay Kuta, 62, died February 11, 2007. She was born January 2, 1945. She attended St. Anne Catholic Church in North Little Rock. She is survived by her husband, Robert Kuta; a daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Joe Baker; a son, Robert "Bobby" Kuta; her parents, Doris and Wendell Hutchison; a brother, Roy Moran; and a grandson. Services were held at St. Anne Catholic Church with Fr. Tom Stehilk officiating. Interment was at the Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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LABADIE, Elma
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elma Sue Labadie, 65, died May 3, 2009. She was born May 12, 1943. She is survived by a sister, Beatrice Moreland; four nieces; and four nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Ida Sue Brannon. Cremation arrangements were handled by Thomas Funeral Service.

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LaBARRE, Margie L.
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Margie L. LaBarre, 83, died July 14, 2007. She was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Corbin of Fort Smith; a son, James Eastin of Orange, TX; two sisters, Marion Shaw of DeRidder, LA, and Vera Vollhaber of Montana; 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; and by two grandsons, Scott and Sloan Corbin. Services were held at the Malvern, AR Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Cremation arrangements were handled by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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LACEFIELD, Fama
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Fama Miller Lacefield, 90, died March 29, 2007. She was born November 21, 1916 to the late Christian and Lottie Witty Miller. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Herman Lacefield; a son, Doug Lacefield and wife Vicki of Gambrills, MD; a daughter, Pam Benton of North Little Rock; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lloyd and Chris Miller; and a sister, Adeline Miller. Burial was at Lone Tree Cemetery with arrangements by Turpin Funeral Home.

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LACEY, Sherry
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Sherry Lynn Lacey, 55, of Magnolia died Tuesday, August 5, 2008. She was born January 28, 1953 to James Rudolph Goble and LaVerne Rogers Goble. She was a Baptist. She is survived by her father, J.R. Goble of Magnolia; a brother, Rick Goble; two daughters, Lesya Morrison of Rogers, AR, and Jayme Lacey of Magnolia; and a grandson. She was preceded in death by her mother. Interment was at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Young's Funeral Directors.

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LACKEY, Donnie
COMBS, ARKANSAS: Donnie Lackey, age 1, died July 24, 1957. He was born July 17, 1956 to Alfred and Betty Jo Hollingsworth Lackey. Burial was at Patrick Cemetery in Madison County, AR with arrangements handled by Watson's Mortuary of Fayetteville.

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LACKEY, Joyce
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Joyce E. Lackey, 75, died October 9, 2010 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. She was born August 28, 1935 in Ripley, MS to Alex and Lemmer Lumpkin Nelson. She was a Baptist. She enjoyed flea markets and playing bingo. She is survived by two daughters, Angel Cude of Jonesboro, and Lynn Girard of Paragould; three sons, Richard Ivy, Wayne Mahan, and Chris Southard, all of Jonesboro; a sister; three brothers; 21 grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons; two sisters; a brother; and a grandson. Interment was at Shiloh Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.

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LACKEY, Marjorie
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Marjorie Meritt Lackey, 79, died October 22, 2004 at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis. She owned a real estate and motel business, and attended West Memphis First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include two sons, Greg Lackey and Steve Lackey, both of West Memphis; a daughter, Gail Lackey Hargraves of West Memphis; a brother, Warren Meritt of Key West, FL; a sister, Elsie Rogers of Maine; 9 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerrel F. Lackey. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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LADYMAN, Norma
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Norma Hope Ladyman, 77, died February 23, 2006. She was born November 23, 1928. She retired from Wal-Mart after twenty years of service, and attended Bethel Station Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, James R. Ladyman; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Belinda and Gary Coleman of Paragould, Lorrie Lipe, and Jamie and Mel Gore all of Portage, IN; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Dewane and Bill Hunter, Jesslyn Boozer, and Cathy and Carrol Childress, all of Paragould; 8 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her father, Dewey Holifield; her mother, Ruth Cooper; her stepfather, J.R. Cooper; a son, Robert Earl Griggs; and a grandson, Justin E. Griggs. Burial was at Linwood under the direction of Mitchell Funeral Home.

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LaFEVER, Lotus D.
JACKSON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Lotus Delilah LaFever was born March 3, 1915, and died July 20, 1944. Interment was at Eight Mile Cemetery.

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LAFFOON, Guy L.
PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS: Guy Lowell Laffoon, 93, died September 18, 2002. He was a retired farmer and carpenter. He was a Jehovah's Witness. He is survived by his wife, Mary Laffoon; a son, Lowell Laffoon of Paragould; a brother, Glen Laffoon of Paragould; 3 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son; a brother; and two sisters. Services were held at Heath Funeral Home Colonial Chapel with Neil Laffoon and Kelvin Laffoon officiating. Burial was at Linwood Cemetery.

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LaFOLLETTE, James S.
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, ARKANSAS: James S. LaFollette, 82, died March 17, 2006. He was born August 10, 1923 to O.N. LaFollette and Zora Williby LaFollette. He was a retired educator and school principal, and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a member of the Cherokee Village Men's Golf Association, and helped open the South Golf Course in Cherokee Village. He also enjoyed playing cards. He was a member of Spring River Presbyterian Church in Hardy, AR. He is survived by his wife, Barbara LaFollette; two sons, Larry and Terri LaFollette of Toledo, OH, and Roger LaFollette of Hayward, CA; a daughter, Nancy Sedelin of Cherokee Village; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Beulah Lafollette of Des Moines, IA, Walter and Barbara LaFollette of Fort Dodge, IA, and Chuck and Ruth LaFollette of Englewood, FL; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Doris. Arrangements were handled by Tri-County Funeral Home of Hardy, AR.

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LAIRAMORE, Lillian
VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS: Lillian Lairamore, 83, died April 8, 2005. She was a homemaker, and attended St. Michael's Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons, Robert Lairamore of Van Buren and William Lairamore of Las Vegas, NV; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was the widow of Robert A. Lairamore. Services were held at St. Michael's Church in Van Buren. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery in Fort Smith with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home.

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LAM, Woon Ying Chiu
WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: Woon Ying Chiu Lam, 93, died February 14, 2005. She was the widow of Chi Ngai Lam. Survivors include six daughters, Frances Lum of West Memphis, Kay Lee of West Memphis, Olive Wong of Cordova, TN, Cecilia Lam of Aurora, Ontario, Canada, Ida Chan of Hong Kong, and Irene Chu of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada; three sons, Joseph Lam of Aurora, Ontario, Canada, Herman Lam of Memphis, TN and Alfred Lam of Hong Kong; 19 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR with arrangements by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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LAMB, Catherine
GILLETT, ARKANSAS: Catherine Matilda Hollman Lamb, 88, died September 26, 2007. She was born January 31, 1919 to Henry and Ida Weber Hollman. She worked for the Gillett Schools, as well as at several area stores and restaurants. She attended Gillett United Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in law, Donna and Tommy Butcher; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Gail Lamb; 4 grandchildren; and three sisters, Clara Wallace of Texas, Gladys Almond of St. Charles, and Helen Pigg of Muskogee, OK. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul Vivion Lamb; and a brother, Johnny Hollman. Interment was at Gillett Cemetery with Robert Lamb officiating. Arrangements were handled by Essex Funeral Home of DeWitt, AR.

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LAMB, Duffie E.
BENTON, ARKANSAS: Duffie Edward Lamb, 89, died January 26, 2006. He was born February 25, 1916 to the late Thomas Edward and Mattie Jackson Lamb. He attended Temple Baptist Church. He was a World War II Army veteran. He is survived by a daughter, Rachael Lamb Ishman of Glenwood; a son, Carl E. McKeon and wife Tabitha of Benton; his grandchildren; a brother, Clark Lamb and wife Earline of Duncan, OK; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ellen Reed McKeon Lamb; a sister, Fern Faulkner; and a brother-in-law, Terrell Faulkner. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home with Bro. Oscar Golden and Horace Gray officiating. Burial was at Ten Mile Cemetery.

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LAMB, Libbie
DELIGHT, ARKANSAS: Libbie Lamb, 92, died September 20, 2009. She was born July 22, 1917 to the late Curtis and Zenobia Copeland Hughes. She attended the Delight Church of Christ. She is survived by two sons, Roger Lamb of Biloxi, MS and Mike Lamb of Lenoir City, TN; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Lamb; a daughter, Mary Janet Stone; a brother, Doyle Hughes; and three sisters, Carrie McClain, Erma Kelley, and Helen Miller. Services were held at Delight Church of Christ. Burial was at Delight Cemetery by Latimer Funeral Home.

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LAMB, Patricia
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Patricia Jo Lamb died October 18, 2008. She was born November 4, 1971 to Russell and Judy Ann Ford Lamb. She was an electrician, and attended Liberty Baptist Church in Lawson, AR. She is survived by her fiancee, Francisco Ruiz; a son, Bryan Anthony; two daughters, Krystal Dunn and Haylie Tittle; her parents; two sisters, Belinda Williams and Esther Reed; her stepchildren, Gregoio D. Ruiz, Cecilia E. Ruiz, and Cesar Ruiz; and 2 grandchildren. Services were held at Liberty Baptist Church. Cremation arrangements were handled by Sims Mortuary.

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LAMBERT, Edna
OSCEOLA, ARKANSAS: Edna Lambert, 91, died October 28, 2001. She was born July 7, 1910 to the late Ed and Ada Johnson. She was a housewife, and attended New Mount Pleasant M.B. Church in Osceola. Survivors include two sons, Willie James Lambert and Charlie Lambert, Jr. of Marion; a daughter, Ada Mae Lambert of Osceola; 23 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Burial was at Whiteside Cemetery in Osceola under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.

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LAMBERT, Lindell
BLYTHEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Lindell Faye Lambert, 69, died June 17, 2009. She is survived by a sister, Effie Sanders of Gosnell; a brother, John Ray Lambert of Russellville; her nieces and nephews, Jerry Morgan of Blytheville, Anita Pate of Gosnell, Sherry Talbert of Indiana, Cathy Decanter of California, and Judy Decanter of Washington, DC; and several great-nieces and nephews. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cobb Funeral Home.

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LAMKINS, Melba
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Melba Holder Lamkins, 87, died January 11, 2010. She was born May 1, 1922 to William Marion Holder and Ida Gertrude Foster Holder. She was a retired bookkeeper for Jimmy Goad Portable Buildings, and attended College Avenue Church of Christ. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, crocheting, crewel and cross-stitching. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Glen, Sr. and Patsy Owens, and Donald Wayne and Judy Owens, all of Junction City; two daughters and a son-in-law, Barbara and Larry Taylor of Parkers Chapel, and Wanda Howard of Hot Springs; two stepsons, Steven and Jake Lamkins; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Homer and Hilda Holder of El Dorado, and Grover and Faye Holder of Brooklyn, MS; two sisters, Nell Walters of Monroe, LA, and Jean Norris of Atlanta, GA; 15 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Herbert K. Lamkins; and a brother, Hollis Holder. Burial was at Old Parkers Chapel Cemetery by Young's Funeral Directors.

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LAMPTON, Birdylee
BRADFORD, ARKANSAS: Birdylee Lampton, 73, died March 4, 2009. He was born September 23, 1935 to Roy and Johnnie Yarberry Lampton. He retired from the pipeline industry. He is survived by a son, Jerry Lampton; a daughter, Diane Steele; four brothers, Bobby Lampton, Ronnie Lampton, Lonnie Lampton, and Jay Lampton; three sisters, Shirley Cole, Sue Walker, and Marilyn McCullough; 3 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Bradford Baptist Church. Interment was at Carter Cemetery under the direction of Powell Funeral Home.

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LANCASTER, Archie L.
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Archie Leonard Lancaster, 84, died June 18, 2001. He was a retired farmer and factory worker. He attended Calvary Pentecostal Church. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Patsy Ann Lancaster; a son, John Wayne Lancaster; two sisters; two brothers; and his parents, Robert and Mollie Bradford Lancaster. Services were held at Calvary Pentecostal Church. Interment was at Holly Springs Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR.

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LANDELIUS, Gilbert
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Gilbert Landelius, 89, died June 24, 1989. He was born July 30, 1899 to Carl and Teressa Martin Landelius. He was a retired farmer, and a Rawleigh products dealer for 25 years. He is survived by two daughters, Melva Parrish of Fayetteville and Mildred Parrish of Cullman, AL; a stepson, Richard Cross of Carson, CA; a sister, Beulah Smith of Springdale; 7 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; and a great-great grandson. Interment was at Baptist Ford Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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LANDELIUS, H. Elbert
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: H. Elbert Landelius, 62, died November 14, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center. He was born January 14, 1949 in Winslow, AR to Floyd and Jo VanBrunt Landelius. Survivors include a son, Eddie Landelius; four sisters, Bernice Stolz (Mike) of Springdale, Velta Word of Greenland, Marlene Keeton (Bill) of Fayetteville, and Loquita Harrison (Melvin) of West Fork; his cousins; his nieces and nephews; and his friends. Interment was at Baptist Ford Cemetery under the direction of Beard's Chapel Funeral Home.

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LANDIS, Elva
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: Elva Alene Landis, 90, died October 7, 2009. She was born November 9, 1918 to the late Bill and Myrtis Verden King. She retired from General Motors. She was a member of the Bald Knob First Assembly of God, and enjoyed cooking. She is survived by a daughter, Faye Landis of Searcy; two sons, James Landis (Brenda) and Eddie Landis (Diana) of Judsonia, AR; a brother, Olen King of Bald Knob; three sisters, Nellie Landis of Judsonia, Annie Eden of Bald Knob, and Katie Taylor of Searcy; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Doyle Landis; her parents; an infant child; a son, Junior C. Landis; two great-grandsons, Jayden Doyle Asikainen and Michael David Beard, Jr.; a great-great grandchild, Bailey Faith Martindill; five brothers, Cecil, Calvin, Myrk, Burl, and Ray; and two sisters, Gertrude Fritts and Marie Landis. Interment was at Fredonia Cemetery under the direction of Powell Funeral Home.

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LANE, Eddie
SWAN LAKE, ARKANSAS: Eddie Lane, 97, died March 7, 2000. He was born April 27, 1902. He was a retired farmer and a Baptist. He is survived by six sons, A.J. Lane, Henry Lane, Kenneth Lane and George Lane, all of Swan Lake, Eugene Chandler of Lewisville and Ralph Lane of Wabbaseka; six daughters, Opal Bryant of Swan Lake, Betty Jackson, Helen Doolin and Linda Sawyer, all of Pine Bluff, Shirley Henley and Rosie Ghere, both of Reydell; two brothers, George Lane and Gilbert Lane, both of Stuttgart; two sisters, Mollie Hildebrand and Imogene Holbert, both of Stuttgart; 28 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mattie Lane. Services were held at Turpin Funeral Home of Stuttgart, AR followed by interment at Bayou Meto Cemetery.

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LANE, Joe, Sr.
GOULD, ARKANSAS: Joe Lane Sr., 65, died November 23, 2003. He was born April 29, 1938 to the late Atuck Lane and Everlana Holmes. Surviving family members include his wife, Ethel Lane; three sons, Joe Lane, Jr. of Cranbury, NJ, and Edward Lane and Mitchell Lane, both of Gould; two daughters, Sandra Gibson of Lawton, OK, and Bonnetta White of Gould; four brothers, McKinley Lane of Pine Bluff, Theodis Lane of Chicago, Westly Lane of Milwaukee and Atuck Lane Jr. of Peoria, IL; and 15 grandchildren. Services were held at Morning Star Baptist Church with Rev. George Waters officiating. Burial was at Lincoln Memorial Lawn in Varner, AR under the direction of Davis Strickland Funeral Home of Dermott, AR.

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LANE, Joyce
MARION, ARKANSAS: Joyce Reid Lane, 80, died October 3, 2009. She is survived by her husband, W.R. Lane; a daughter, Joyce Marie Demster of West Memphis; 2 grandchildren; three nieces; three nephews; and other relatives and friends. Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery in Blytheville, AR under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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LANE, Tommie
DANVILLE, ARKANSAS: Tommie Lane died August 23, 1954. He was a United States Army veteran. Burial was at Upper Spring Creek Cemetery.

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LANG, Uriah
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Uriah Lang, 93, died April 26, 2005. Survivors include his wife of 73 years, Susan Griffin Lang; his sons, Burnice Lang of Cabot and John Lang of Jacksonville; his daughters, Frances Smith of Beebe, Prescilla Louise Armstrong of Grant, AL, and Barbara Taylor of Jacksonville; four brothers, James, Robert, Zack and Paul; 13 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Chapel of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home. Burial was at Sixteenth Section Cemetery in Cabot, AR.

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LANGFORD, Geletza
PIGGOTT, ARKANSAS: Geletza Jaggers Langford, 81, died August 17, 2003. She was born June 29, 1922 to the late Clarence Frederick and Nettie Emmaline Vaughn Jaggers. Survivors include three children, Norman Ray Langford of Springfield, MO, Charlotte Bernice Wright of St. Louis, and Stephen Dale Langford of Tulsa, OK; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Armenda Boyd of Piggott and Virginia Prince of California; a brother, Leland Ray Jaggers of Forrest City; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Lavelle Rieves and Morris Langford; a sister; and a brother. Burial was at the Piggott Cemetery under the direction of Hoggard and Sons Funeral Home.

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LANGSTON, Rev. Hiram
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Rev. Hiram Langston died in 1910. The cause of death was Bright's Disease. He was born December 16, 1842. He served as a Confederate soldier in the 8th Arkansas under General Cleburne, and was wounded at the Battle of Shiloh. Burial was at the Huntsville Cemetery.

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LANKFORD, Lonnie
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Lonnie Leon Lankford died March 29, 1957. He was a U.S. Navy veteran with 14 years of service. Burial with military honors was at Wedington Cemetery under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home.

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LANKFORD, Raymond T.
WALDRON, ARKANSAS: Raymond T. Lankford, 85, died April 14, 2007. He was a truck driver for Transcon, and attended the Waldron United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Eloise; a daughter, Maggie Hughes of Little Rock; a son, George Lankford of Amarillo, TX; a brother, Harrell Lankford of Oklahoma City, OK; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Waldron United Methodist Church. Burial was at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron with arrangements by Martin Funeral Home.

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LANKFORD, Winnie
DIERKS, ARKANSAS: Winnie Pearl Lankford, 102, died August 29, 2005 at a local nursing center. She was born July 21, 1903 in Celina, TX. She was a retired schoolteacher and a member of the First Methodist Church of Sherman, TX. She is survived by two nephews, Mitchell Lankford of Mena, and Michael Lankford of Mesquite, TX; a sister-in-law, Wildia Prather of Dierks; and other relatives. Burial was at the Dierks Cemetery under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home.

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LANNI, Germaine
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Germaine M. Veys Lanni, 92, passed away on February 19, 2003. She was born August 16, 1910 in Pitten, Belgium to the late Jules Veys and Josephine Mule Veys. She was a Catholic, and a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, James Lanni Jr. of Conway and Richard Lanni of Pine Bluff; three daughters, Susan Jones of Center Ridge, Betty Diehl of Conway and Jackie Lain of Pine Bluff; and nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James V. Lanni; an infant daughter, Lorraine Lanni; and eleven siblings. Services were held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church near Center Ridge, AR. Burial was at St. Joseph's Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton, AR.

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LARD, Onus
BONO, ARKANSAS: Onus Lard, 93, died February 19, 2007. He was born May 28, 1913. He was a retired carpenter, and a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a Mason, and a member of Unity Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Verna Johnson Lard; a son, Randy Lard of Jonesboro; a daughter, Maxine Neely of Jonesboro; two brothers, Calvin Lard of Jonesboro, and Webster Lard of Bowie, MD; two sisters, Nettie Hindman of Tyronza and Georgia Bellinger of Crawfordsville; 8 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Interment was at Herman Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.

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LARK, Walter E.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Walter Evans Lark, 79, died December 24, 1959. He was born July 22, 1880. He was retired from Frisco Railroad. He was a member of the Prairie Grove Methodist Church, and was a Scottish Rite Mason. He was survived by his wife, Mae Lark; and his brothers, Will Lark, Fayette Lark, Fred Lark and Milton Lark. Services were held at the Prairie Grove Methodist Church with Rev. Dewey Dark and Rev. A.L. Riggs officiating. Burial was at Forest Park Cemetery in Fort Smith with Masonic rites. Arrangements were handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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LARKIN, Willard W.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Willard W. Larkin, 84, died February 14, 2005. He was born March 22, 1920 to G.W. and Emma Francis Davidson Larkin. He was a retired mechanic, and attended the First Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Springdale. He is survived by his wife, Mollie Wood Larkin; a daughter, Donna Icks and husband Michael of Watertown, MN; 2 grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Hester Larkin of Joplin, MO. Services were held at Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home with Todd Anderson officiating. Burial was at Elm Springs Cemetery.

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LARKS, Sula
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Sula Mae Larks, 84, died April 12, 2002. She was born March 17, 1918, a daughter of the late Issiah Walls. She worked as a custodian in Lincoln County for over 14 years. She is survived by a son, Charles O. Lynn of Chicago; a daughter, Emma Jean Robinson of Pine Bluff; three sisters, Joe Marie Walls and Alma Weekly, both of Pine Bluff, and Allie Bownes of Star City; 14 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Ollie Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. M. Harrison officiating. Burial was at St. Ollie Cemetery with arrangements by Strickland Funeral Home.

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LASATER, William C.
LINCOLN, ARKANSAS: William Carrol Lasater, 84, died April 20, 2000. He was born November 11, 1915 to Dan and Myrtle Griffith Lasater. He ran a cafe in Lincoln, and was also a farmer. He was a veteran of World War II, and was a former member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Retha Lasater; a son, Bill Lasater of Denton, TX; two stepsons, Damon Reed of Morrow, AR and Jerry Don Reed of Prairie Grove, AR; a sister, Beth Carr of California; 3 step-grandchildren; and two step great-grandchildren. Interment was at Beaty Cemetery.

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LASKER, Frank C.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Frank C. Lasker, 51, died February 27, 2004. He was born February 16, 1953 to the late Nathanel Bingley and Doretha Reynolds. He is survived by six sisters, Murlee Daniels, Darlene Bizzell, Debra Goins and Stephanie Goins, all of Little Rock, Wilma Reynolds of Pine Bluff and Linda Gray of Dallas; and a brother, Danny Reynolds of Dallas. Services were held at First Trinity Church of God in Christ at Pine Bluff with Odell Johnson officiating. Burial was at Cypress Memorial Garden under the direction of Christian Way Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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LASSITER, Martha
WARREN, ARKANSAS: Martha Sue Lassiter, 63, died October 1, 2006. She was born January 11, 1943, to Pat Hayes, Sr. and Lucy Jane Rice Hayes. She was a retired dry cleaner cashier. She is survived by a son, Billy Gardner of Scotland, AZ; two daughters, Denise Huggins of Scotland, and Susan Dempsey of Hampton; a brother, James Hayes of Monticello; a sister, Elizabeth Simpson of Warren; 8 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Union Cemetery in Rye with arrangements by Frazer's Funeral Home.

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LASTER, Jobelle
CLARKSVILLE, ARKANSAS: Jobelle King Laster, 86, passed away August 24, 2005. She was born October 17, 1918 to the late Gus and Bonnie Baskin King. She was a librarian at the Johnson County Library for 18 years, and was former manager of Hurie School cafeteria and the snack bar at College of the Ozarks. In 1936, she won the state Spelling Bee. She belonged to AARP, NARFE, the hospital auxiliary, the Historical Society, and the First Presbyterian Church. She volunteered for several organizations, including Needy Paws and Meals on Wheels. Among the survivors are her daughters, Bonnie Jo Laster of Jacksonville, FL, and Sue Laster of Clarksville; two nephews, Ronald Laster and James Robert Laster of Clarksville; several other nieces and nephews; and a friend of 60 years, Roberta Albat of Coal Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Laster. Services were held at Harmony Presbyterian Church. Interment was at Harmony Cemetery under the direction of Hardwicke Funeral Service.

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LASTER, Dr. Marion L.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, ARKANSAS: Dr. Marion Logan "Doc" Laster died July 10, 2000. He was born November 19, 1931 in Gravelly, AR to Charles and Neva Laster. He held a bachelor's degree in vocational agriculture, a master's degree in entomology from the University of Arkansas, and a Ph.D. in entomology from Mississippi State University. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a retired research entomologist for the USDA-ARS, and had also worked for the Delta Branch Experiment Station, and the Mississippi Agriculture and Forest Experiment Station in Stoneville, MS. He developed sterility techniques for tobacco budworms, and authored and co-authored many scientific research papers on management of various soybean and cotton pests. He was a member of the Entomological Society of America, the Mississippi Entomological Association, Alpha Tau Alpha, Sigma Xi, Phi Kappa Phi, and Gamma Sigma Delta. He was the recipient of many professional awards, including the Mississippian Corporation Award for Outstanding Research, the Mississippi Entomological Association Research Merit Award, and the Mississippi Entomological Association Distinguished Service Award. He worked in botany, plant pathology and horticulture, and enjoyed beekeeping and gardening. Family members include his wife, Martha Gaston Laster; a daughter, Cheryl; a son, Glenn; and his grandchildren. Interment was at Alco Cemetery in Stone County, AR.

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LATIMER, Rena
SEARCY, ARKANSAS: Rena Carlton Latimer, 86, died July 31, 2004. She was born May 5, 1918 to the late Lee Roy Greer and Nettie Harrison Greer. She attended West Race Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Belinda Kay Dhoritey and husband Bryant, and Deborah Lynn Turley, both of Searcy; two sons, Bobby Dale Latimer and wife Jean of Vienna, GA, and Lanny Joe Latimer and wife Katie of McRae; two sisters, Willie Parks and Virginious Grissom, all of Searcy; two brothers, Neal and Elmer Lee Greer; 9 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Latimer. Burial was at Honey Hill Cemetery by Roller-Daniel Funeral Home.

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LATIMER, Wanda
BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Wanda Latimer, 75, died August 10, 2007. She was born February 4, 1932 to Edgar Noel and Madge M. Coleman. While living in California, she received extensive art education, and later taught oil painting, mosaic and design in her art gallery. She also helped create and establish the Huntington Beach Art League, and served as its first vice-president. She taught an art class at Orange Coast College, and won numerous awards for her artwork in Orange County and southern California. She was a longtime member of Radiant Life Church in Bentonville, and enjoyed landscaping and sewing. Survivors include her husband, Albert L. Latimer; three daughters, Rita Meyer and Connie Phaneuf of Fayetteville, and Melanie Clardy of Garfield; a son, Ralph Latimer of Oklahoma City, OK; 11 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister and a granddaughter. Services were held at Radiant Life Church. Arrangements were handled by Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory.

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LATTING, Mearlon
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Mearlon L. Latting, 69, died August 9, 2007. He was born April 6, 1938. He enjoyed gospel music, and was part of a group, The Lattings, that toured that toured through the South in the 1970s. He is survived by his wife, Linda Latting; a daughter, Angela (Alex) Velsker of Settle, WA; his mother, Novlain Smith Leisner of Bee Branch; a brother, J.B Smith of Bald Knob; a sister, Bivian Rice of Bee Branch; 2 grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews; and eleven great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Latting; and his father, Paul Smith. Services were held at Clinton Assembly of God Church. Burial was at Pine Cemetery Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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LAUGHLIN, William R.
ROGERS, ARKANSAS: William Romeyn Laughlin, 95, died December 5, 2000. He was born May 19, 1905 to Judson and Anna Roy Laughlin. He was a retired construction worker. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Ruth Rowlan Duckworth of Carney, Kan.; two grandchildren; three nephews; and a niece. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes Laughlin. Interment was at Oakley Chapel Cemetery with Dr. Randy H. Rowlan officiating. Arrangements were handled by Memorial Funeral Home of Springdale, AR.

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LAVENDER, Evena M.
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Evena Mae Carrington Lavender, 96, passed away February 3, 2004. She was born November 25, 1907 to the late Earnest Carrington and Mary Tucker Carrington. She was a homemaker and a retired cook for the Star City school system. She attended Hickory Grove Baptist Church, and was the widow of Millard T. Lavender. Survivors include two sons, Hugh Lavender of Farmerville, Ind., and Doyle Lavender of Pine Bluff; two daughters, Bernice Lavender Shaha of Star City and Mary Offutt of Mt. Ida; three sisters, Etta Watts Robinson of Star City, Mary Lee Reed of Killeen, Texas, and Hestell Wise of Brawley, Calif.; her caregiver, Johnnie Branch of Star City; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; and by a brother, Alvin Opie Carrington. Interment was at Holly Springs Cemetery near Star City, AR under the direction of Griffin Funeral Services.

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LaVOY, Don
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Don Douglas LaVoy, 78, died January 15, 2003. He was born in Arkadelphia, AR. He was a military veteran, and served with the U.S. Army 36th Infantry Division in Europe. He was a member of Markham Street Baptist Church. Survivors include two stepdaughters, Charlotte A. Bauer (Don) of Bentonville, and Sheila Mory of Little Rock; a brother, Bryon LaVoy of Arkadelphia; a brother-in-law, Bill Harris of Little Rock; 5 step-grandchildren; and 2 step great-grandchildren. Interment was at Forest Hills Cemetery by Ruebel Funeral Home.

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LAWRENCE, James
TIMBO, ARKANSAS: James O. Lawrence died December 12, 1862. He was born October 26, 1796. He was a veteran of the War of 1812, and served with Captain Reed's company in the Georgia Militia. Interment was at the Timbo Cemetery.

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LAWRENCE, Lizzie V.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Lizzie V. Lawrence, 78, died April 6, 1972. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, Herbert Lawrence; a daughter, Mrs. J.L. Brown; two half-brothers; two half-sisters; 6 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Leggett Funeral Home in Little Rock, AR.

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LAWRENCE, M.L.
DUTCH MILLS, ARKANSAS: Professor M.L. Lawrence died January 1, 1914. He was born January 3, 1837. He was an educator and a Civil War veteran. Interment was at Dutch Mills Cemetery.

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LAWSON, Columbus
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Columbus Ray Lawson died September 17, 1982. He was born November 10, 1892 in Richland, MO to William A. and Clara Keyes Lawson. He was a retired civil service employee at Fort Whipple in Arizona, and a U.S. Army veteran of World War I. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and had lived in the Springdale area for 16 years. Survivors include his wife, Ethel Booth Lawson; two daughters, Electa Hartley and Virginia Martin; two sisters, Lena Smith and Marie Higginbotham; a brother, Wilmer; 10 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home.

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LAWSON, Rowena
FAIRFIELD BAY, ARKANSAS: Rowena Frances Lawson, 85, died April 8, 2009. She was born December 25, 1923 to the late Sebastian A. and Pearl Judkins Spades. She was a member of the Fairfield Bay United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Coy Lawson; a son, Rick Lawson of England; a daughter, Melissa Brown of North Little Rock; a brother, Richard Spades of Cabot; a sister, Kathryn Calakan of Pocahontas; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Fairfield Bay United Methodist Church. Entombment was at Pinecrest Mausoleum with arrangements by Olmstead Funeral Home.

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LAWSON, Ruth W.
IMBODEN, ARKANSAS: Ruth Willie Lawson, 99, died September 23, 2002. She was a homemaker and attended the Main Street Church of Christ in Walnut Ridge. She is survived by a son, Joe Lawson of Imboden; two grandchildren, Greg Lawson of Jonesboro and Tonya Moore of Cape Girardeau, MO; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wright Lawson; her parents, Andy and Florence Cude Haulcroft; and two sisters. Interment was at Old Union Cemetery in Imboden with Stan Rogers officiating. Arrangements were handled by Higginbotham Funeral Service.

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LAWSON, William
EMMET, ARKANSAS: William Lawson died January, 10, 1955. He was born on Christmas Day of 1891. He was a World War I veteran. Interment was at Snell Cemetery.

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LAY, Bennie M.
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS: Bennie M. Lay, 77, died February 21, 2007. He was born August 25, 1929 to Ben Leslie and Ila Lucille McCain Lay. He worked as a maintenance supervisor at Sugar Creek Creamery for over 40 years. He attended the Gately Hill Primitive Baptist Church in Dardanelle, AR. He is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Bennie Jean Dodson of Shreveport, LA, Sue Ann and Bill Strait of Russellville, and Brenda and John Phipps of Russellville; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Roger and Sue Lay of Dover and Paul Lay of Russellville; four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Ina Delle and Tom Cloud, Ila Jean Anderson, Sue and Kenneth Rutledge, and Jo Ann Owens all of Dover; a grandson and his wife, Matthew and Barbara Dodson of Shreveport, LA; a great-grandson; and a special friend, Roxie Witt Etzkorn of Dardanelle. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Moffatte Lay; and a sister, Elizabeth Collie. Interment was at McFadden Cemetery in Dover with arrangements by Shinn Funeral Service.

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LAY, Laverne
MENA, ARKANSAS: Laverne Lay, 84, died August 22, 2003. She was born November 2, 1918. She attended Mena First United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Donna Lay of Mena; two daughters and sons-in-law, Joan Glennis and Bill Mallett of Wenatchee, WA, and Judith Gayle and Gary Mourton of Sapulpa, OK; 10 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Roy Lay. Services were held at Wickes United Methodist Church with Rev. Dan Williams officiating. Burial was at White Oak Cemetery in Mena with arrangements by Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.

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LAYER, Glenn W.
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS: Glenn W. Layer, 79, died May 11, 2003. He was born April 16, 1924 to the late Floy and Maude Layer. He was a retired agricultural teacher. He was a veteran of World War II, and attended Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Shannon Layer; two sons, Eugene Layer and Dennis Layer of Jonesboro; a brother, W.O. Layer of Rector; a sister, Louise Rowton of Rector; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin and Herbert Layer. Burial was at Woodland Heights Cemetery in Rector under the direction of Mitchell Funeral Home of Rector, AR.

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LAYMON, Juanita
MULBERRY, ARKANSAS: Juanita Laymon, 90, died February 25, 2006. She was the retired owner of Juanita's Beauty Shop. She was of the Pentecostal faith. Interment was at Hight Cemetery with arrangements by Lewis Funeral Home Chapel of Fort Smith, AR.

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LAYNE, Eula L.
SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Eula Leona Layne, 96, died December 21, 2006. She was born October 12, 1910 to John Carter and Lily Shook Carter. She was a homemaker, and attended Harvard Avenue Baptist Church in Siloam Springs. She is survived by three daughters, Laverne Layne of Siloam Springs, Ruby June Hollingsworth of Fayetteville, and Gloria Hall of Springdale; a sister, Ruby Sisk of Siloam Springs; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. Burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs, AR under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home.

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LAYES, Estelle Beshoner
SCRANTON, ARKANSAS: Estelle Layes, 91, died August 31, 2005. She was the daughter of Joe and Julia Nehus Beshoner. She attended St. Ignatius Catholic Church, and was a member of St. Elizabeth Mothers' Society. Survivors include two daughters, Teresa Roos of Idaho, and Clarine Terwey of Prairie View; three sons, John Layes of Subiaco, Ronnie Layes of Scranton, and Charles Layes of Scranton; three sisters, Henrietta Riley of Subar Creek, MO, and Barbara Bordenet and Rita Lorenzo, both of Paris; a brother, Lawrence Beshoner of Kansas City, MO; 16 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Layes; two brothers, Jerome Beshoner and Joe Beshoner; and a sister, Sister Carman Beshoner, OSB. Services were held at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Burial was at St. Ignatius Cemetery with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home.

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LAZAR, Sorin
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Sorin Lazar died December 29, 2002 in Edgewater, NJ. He was born in Romania on March 11, 1943 to Solomon and Lisa Lazarovici. After gaining American citizenship, he changed his last name. He was a former resident of Israel, and held a Ph.D. degree. He married his wife after meeting her while working in Hong Kong. He also lived in Dallas, Los Angeles, New York and New Jersey, as well as in Little Rock. He was a sourcing director for Dillard's Department Stores. He had relocated a year ago to Edgewater, NJ to serve as vice-president of BWAM Inc. He owned several Dallas area restaurants and was a gourmet cook. He enjoyed dancing and traveling. During his time in Little Rock, he attended Temple B'nai Israel. He was a member of the BLS dance group. He is survived by his wife, Amy Chan Lazar; two daughters, Sabina of Conway, and Lorraine of Indianapolis, IN; and a sister, Flicia Schifter of Beersheba, Israel. Interment was at Jewish Oakland Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.

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LEA, Ancil A., Jr.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Ancil Ambrose Lea, Jr., 73, died July 13, 2008. He was born in Conway on June 7, 1935 to Ambrose Ancil Lea, Sr. and Della Keathley Lea. He was a home builder, and served in the National Guard. Survivors include two sons, Ancil Lea III (Lesley) and Matthew Lea (Natalie), all of Conway; a daughter, Kelli Lea Beavers (Darren) of Little Rock; a brother; two sisters; and 10 grandchildren. Interment was at Pleasant Valley Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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LEACH, Nancy
GREENBRIER, ARKANSAS: Nancy Kathleen "Kathy" Leach, 51, died October 6, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Tim Leach; a son, Jon Casey; two stepsons, Robert and Jason Leach, both of Adona; two sisters; and her mother, Joan Hall of Greenbrier. Services were held at Spring Hill Baptist Church. Interment was at Spring Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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LEAK, Henrietta
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Henrietta Leak, 76, died August 27, 2007. She was born November 26, 1930 to Henry and Christine Hatter Mays. She enjoyed latch hooking. She is survived by three daughters, Betty and husband Eugene Bennett, Delores Turner and Verna Leak, all of Antioch, CA; two sons, Leandrew Leak, Jr. and wife Barbara of Oak Park, MI, and William Leak and wife Joann of Antioch; a brother, James Perkins and wife Carol of Detroit, MI; two sisters, Eartha Washington and husband Henry of Detroit, and Willa Kellar of Crossett; an aunt, Elene Mays of Hensley; 21 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leandrew Leak. Interment was at Westview Cemetery with arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.

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LEAS, Jacob E.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Jacob E. Leas died July 20, 1927. He was born June 26, 1837. He served as a captain with the 69th Ohio Infantry during the Civil War. Interment was at the National Cemetery in Little Rock, AR. Note: Some records give his last name as Lease.

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LEASHER, Alice
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Alice Leasher, 92, died April 22, 2006. She was born February 27, 1914 to Joseph and Ora Alice Fitch Burnett. She worked as a medical technician. She attended Markham United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Gold Star Wives and TOPS. She loved animals, and was interested in crafts, genealogy, bird watching, stamp and coin collecting, and travel. She was active with volunteering. Surviving family members include a sister, Jean Doen of St. Louis, MO; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, R. J. Sawyer and Lee Leasher; a brother; and a sister. Burial was at Roselawn Memorial Park under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home.

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LeBLANC, Amelia Anhalt
NEW BLAINE, ARKANSAS: Amelia Anhalt LeBlanc, 87, passed away July 13, 2005. She was born January 25, 1918 to Anton and Mary Lensing Anhalt. She was a retired retail salesperson. She attended St. Scholastica Catholic Church, and was active in the Altar Society. Survivors include her nieces, Margaret Willems, Mary White, Lucy Marrow, Barbara Friga, Terry McPhillips, Alice Schluterman, Janie Mertin and Evelyn Walla; and her nephews, Pat Ward, Charles Anhalt, Thomas Anhalt, Gregory Friga, Edmond Friga, Ed Anhalt Leo Anhalt and Martine Anhalt. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Russell Rock Le Blanc; her sisters, Helen Mares, Margaret Anhalt, Katie Friga, Rose Friga, Hilda Anhalt and Julia Ward; her brothers, John Anhalt and George Anhalt; and nephews, Ed Ward and George Anhalt. Interment was at St. Scholastica Catholic Cemetery at Shoal Creek, AR.

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LeCOMPTE, Nelle
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS:Nelle Melinda LeCompte, 83, died December 26, 1995. She was born August 16, 1912 to Forrest Allen and Ida Mariam Smith Boomer. She was a retired office manager for the Catholic Cemetery of Wilmington, DE. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and was of the Catholic faith. She is survived by a sister, Imogene Dees of Huntsville. Interment was at Huntsville Cemetery under the direction of Brashears Funeral Home.

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LEDBETTER, Elsie
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Elsie Gwendolyn Ledbetter, 93, died August 21, 2006. She was born November 16, 1912 to J.C. and Emma Williams Hacker. She was a graduate of Huntsville State Vocational School and the University of Arkansas. She was a retired schoolteacher, having taught for over fifty years. She attended the South Hill Street Church of Christ in Fayetteville. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Fayetteville, where she was active in the Past Matrons' Club and the OES Social Club. She was also a member of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, Order of the Amaranth, and the United Commercial Travelers of America. She is survived by six cousins, Virginia Nichols and husband Leroy of Wichita, Kan., Frances Easterling and husband Bob of Huntsville, Carson Harris and wife Becky of Rogers, Shawna Cavette and husband Jack of Farmington, Bridgette Shumate and husband Brian of Elkins, and Joe Harris of Goshen. She was preceded in death by her husband, George R. "Bob" Ledbetter. Services were held at Brashears Funeral Home in Huntsville with Scott Gage officiating. Burial was at Aurora Cemetery.

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LEDBETTER, Stanley A.
GREENLAND, ARKANSAS: Stanley Alan Ledbetter, 39, died July 16, 2005. He was born July 23, 1965 to Jay Lee and Viola Sanders Ledbetter. Survivors include his father, Jay Ledbetter and wife Susan of Dutch Mills; his mother, Viola Sanders of Springdale; a son, Aaron Daniel Ledbetter of Rogers; a brother, Randy Ledbetter of Springdale; and a grandmother, Glenda McCamey of Springdale. Memorial contributions for his son's benefit may be made to the Stanley Alan Ledbetter Memorial Fund, c/o Arvest Bank. Interment was at Dutch Mills Cemetery under the direction of Sisco Chapel Funeral Home.

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LEDER, Albert C., Jr.
STUTTGART, ARKANSAS: Albert Carl Leder, Jr., 94, died April 27, 2009. He was born August 24, 1914 to Albert Carl Leder, Sr. and Emilie Scheiderer Leder. He was a farmer. He was a member of the Ulm Hunting Club and Ulm Civic Club, and was a Farm Bureau member. He was also a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Elda Trede Leder; a son and daughter-in-law, Lowell and Susan Leder of Ulm; two daughters, Sharon Leder of Allendale, MI, and Margaret Schneider of Seymour, IN; two brothers, John Leder of Stuttgart, and Lester Leder of Ulm; a sister, Frances Hinson of Stuttgart; 5 grandchildren; ; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Harry Leder and Howard Leder; and two sisters, Vernice Mason and June Leder. Services were held at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial was at Ulm Cemetery with arrangements by Turpin Funeral Home.

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LEDERMAN, Mary
LEXA, ARKANSAS: Mary Nova Lederman, 90, died April 7, 2010. She was born December 28, 1919 to the late James Milton and Julia Nimmo Yancey. She formerly worked at Economy Drug Store in Helena, and was a member of West Helena Baptist Church. She is survived by five sons, Jake Lederman, Jr. (Debbie) of Claremore, OK, Randall Lederman (Tamara) of Southaven, MS, Wade Lederman (Lesha) of Franklin, IN; and Pat Lederman (Diann), and Mike Lederman (Judy), all of Lexa; a sister, Sadie Tompkins of Atlanta, MI; a former daughter-in-law, Gloria Beith Lederman; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jake Lederman, Sr.; a son, Jacob Arthur Lederman; and her parents. Burial was at Sunset Memorial Park by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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LEDFORD, Freddie Lee
MANILA, ARKANSAS: Freddie Lee Ledford, 75, died April 8, 2007. He was the son of the late H.K. and Estatina Richey Ledford. Blind since infancy, he was an accomplished musician. He enjoyed teaching piano and guitar, and he played in a country music band. Survivors include two brothers, Buddy Ledford of Manila, and Clinton C. Ledford of Slidell, LA; and a sister, Naomi Baillio of Covington, LA. Interment was at Manila Cemetery under the direction of Howard Funeral Service.

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LEDING, Frances W.
ALTUS, ARKANSAS: Frances Wilhelmina Leding, 65, died September 12, 2006. She was a homemaker and attended St. Mary's Catholic Church. She was a graduate of St. Scholastica Academy in Fort Smith, AR. Services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home in Ozark, AR.

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LEE, Cleopatra
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Cleopatra Williams Lee, 90, died September 15, 2002. She was born July 18, 1912 to the late Richard and Seletha Williams. Among the survivors are her husband of over fifty years, Eddie B. Lee; one son, Leroy Watson of Manhattan, New York; three daughters, Charlene Smith of Memphis, Edna Lee Faggett of Dallas and Jessie Watson Burns of Queens, New York; one stepdaughter, Viola Woods of Pine Bluff; and 24 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Trinity Church of God in Christ with Elder Joe Stocker officiating. Burial was at the Cedar Grove section of Graceland Cemetery, with arrangements by P.K. Miller Mortuary.

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LEE, Jae-Chun
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Jae-Chun Lee, 93, died January 16, 2005. He was born July 20, 1911 in Hapchun, KyungNam Provience of South Korea to Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dong-Hee. He was a farmer. He stressed the importance of education to his children. His children established a highly respected martial arts organization, ATA, to carry out his virtues for many generations to come. He is survived by his wife, Bok-Soon Lee; his children, Joon-Woong Lee, Haeng-Ung Lee, Soon-Ho Lee, Chul-Ho Lee, Sung-Soon Lee, Jee-Ho Lee, In-Ho Lee, and Mal-Kun Lee; 22 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, followed by interment at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

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LEE, Julia Kellogg
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Julia Ophelia Kellogg Lee died November 22, 2006. She was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughters, Alicia Thompson of Texarkana, Texas, Sharon Hurst of Ward, and Gail Meador of Charleston; 15 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a sister, Donnie Bertsch of Atlanta; and two brothers, Dale Kellogg of Springdale, and Glenn Kellogg of Fordyce. She was preceded in death by her husband, H.B. Lee; and a son, Larry Lee. Services were held at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Wilson-Calhoun Funeral Home.

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LEE, Julinda
GREENLAND, ARKANSAS: Julinda R. Lee, 85, died October 6, 1990. She was born October 25, 1905 to John and Eliza McDaniel Ross. She was a homemaker, and attended the White Rock Church in Fayetteville. Survivors include her husband, Bob Lee; a sister, Wilma Webb; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Interment was at Baptist Ford Cemetery with arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home.

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LEE, Laura Campbell
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Laura Campbell Lee, 86, died January 2, 2006. She was born June 20, 1919 to Henry Campbell and Mary E. Brown Campbell. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Heavenly Kingdom Ministries Church. Burial was at the Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.

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LEE, Maybell
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Maybell Lee, 98, passed away December 29, 2002. She was born April 1, 1904. Survivors include a son-in-law, Odell Gentry; her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and great-great-great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeff Lee; a daughter, Rosie Gentry; a grandson, Norris Hutchinson; and a great-great-granddaughter. Arrangements were handled by Gunn Funeral Home.

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LEE, Sarah
HAVANA, ARKANSAS: Sarah Z. Lee, 91, died November 10, 1968. She is survived by her husband, Druie; a daughter, Mary Jones; a son, William C. Lee; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Bud, Jay and and Joe McLain; and a sister, Ida McLain. Services were held at Parks Baptist Church, followed by burial at Parks Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Rice-Martin Funeral Home.

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LEEDS, Elsie Kimmel
RUSSELL, ARKANSAS: Elsie Kimmel Leeds, 89, died September 16, 1974. She was of the Methodist faith. She is survived by a son, Austin Leeds of Cabot; two daughters, Mrs. Vilas Womack and Mrs. Howard O'Neal, both of Russell; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Smith of Missouri; 5 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. Services were held at the Russell United Methodist Church. Burial was at Carter Cemetery with arrangements by Powell Funeral Service.

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LEEDS, Ollie M. Jones
OZARK, ARKANSAS: Ollie Mae Jones Leeds, 72, died December 20, 2006. She was preceded in death by a son, George Dorsett. Services were held at Hedgeway Church. Burial was at Union Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Hardwicke Funeral Home of Clarksville, AR.

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LEEK, Adrian K.
STAR CITY, ARKANSAS: Adrian Keith Leek, 80, died December 5, 2006 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was born July 3, 1926 in Desha County, AR to H.G. and Grace Robertson Leek. He was a farmer and a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He is survived by two daughters, Debora Leek of Benton, and Linda McDannald of Irving, TX; a sister, Audrey Stebbins of Mishawaka, IN; a son-in-law, Ron McDannald; a granddaughter; a great-grandson; and his extended step-family in Star City. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Leek; and his second wife, Marine Drake. Arrangements were handled by Griffin Funeral Home.

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LEEKS, Lozie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Lozie Leeks, 80, died December 18, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Robert Leeks; three sons, Rick, Carl, and Calvin, all of Chicago, IL; two daughters, Nedra Leeks of Little Rock, and Marilyn McKinney of Dallas, TX; 11 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Pilgrim Progress Baptist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.

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LEEPER, James
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: James Leeper died January 1, 1842. He was born in September of 1761. He was a Revolutionary War veteran. He was the husband of Margaret Henry Leeper, and the father of Matthew Leeper. He and his wife are buried at Leeper Cemetery.

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LEFORS, James Madison
GENTRY, ARKANSAS: J.M. Lefors was murdered on January 25, 1871. He was the husband of Amy Russell Lefors. His grave is located at Bozarth Cemetery.

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LEGACY, Gracie L.
MARIANNA, ARKANSAS: Gracie Lee Lafex Legacy, 78, died March 3, 2007. She was born August 22, 1928 to Joe and Katie Cupp Lafex. She once owned and operated a restaurant in Marianna. She enjoyed playing poker and bingo, and liked to go fishing. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harley Legacy, Sr.; a son, Harley Legacy, Jr.; and two brothers, Joe and Herbert Lafex. Survivors include a son, Joe Edward Legacy and wife Sue of Crossett; a sister, Maxine Willis of West Helena; a sister-in-law, Eola Lafex of Marianna; a granddaughter, Karen Henley and husband Brian of Hughes; 2 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Interment was at Marianna Memorial Park.

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LEGG, Harlena
ALMA, ARKANSAS: Harlena Legg, 70, died October 26, 2005. She was a homemaker. She attended the First Assembly of God in Van Buren, AR. Survivors include her husband, Jack Legg; a daughter, Janet Legg of Alma; three sisters, Helen Patterson of Paris, Dorothy Hixson of Sand Springs, OK, and Corene Nixson of Sand Springs; five brothers, Earl Hill of Sand Springs, Harley Hill of Drumwright, OK, Robert Hill of Paris, Roy Hixson of Ozark, and Ronald Hixson of Sand Springs. Interment was at Highland Cemetery in Ozark with arrangements by Edwards Van Alma Funeral Home.

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LEGGITT, Rebecca
HOUSTON, ARKANSAS: Rebecca Ida "Becky" Leggitt, 59, died July 3, 2008. She was born January 18, 1949 to the late Cecil and Mildred Lee Leggitt. She was a member of Houston Baptist Church. She is survived by her sister and caregiver, Peggy Stane of Houston; two brothers, Boyce and Alvis Leggitt, both of Houston; an aunt, Wanda Darter of Bigelow; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. Services were held at Houston Baptist Church. Burial was at May Cemetery with arrangements by Harris Funeral Home.

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LEIN, Ralph H.
SHADY, ARKANSAS: Ralph Houston Lein, 92, died March 2, 2006. He was born April 22, 1913. Services were held at Shady Baptist Church. Interment was at Shady Cemetery with arrangements by Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.

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LEKER, C.L.
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: C.L. Leker, 83, died April 22, 2009. He was born on March 7, 1926 to the late Lloyd and Prudie Abrams Leker. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rosie Lee Tubbs Leker; a son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Joyce Leker of Sherwood; a grandson, Skip Leker and wife Tammy of Sherwood; and a great-grandson. Interment was at Mulberry Cemetery in England under the direction of Roller-England Funeral Home.

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LEMLEY, Letha
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Letha Lemley, 91, died March 27, 2001. She was born August 15, 1909 to Will and Mattie Hamm Lemley. She attended the Downtown Church of Christ in Morrilton. There were no immediate survivors. Services were held at Downtown Church of Christ with Mickey Burleson presiding. Burial was at Atkins Cemetery under the direction of Lemley Funeral Service.

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LEMLEY, Maggie Farr
MORRILTON, ARKANSAS: Maggie Farr Lemley, 44, died March 28, 1931. She was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband, Scott Lemley, and the following children: Mrs. Paul Montgomery of Morrilton; Edgar, Roy and Wanetta Lemley of Tulsa; and Mrs. Dee Marshall of Brawley, CO. Arrangements were handled by Lemley Brothers Funeral Home. Burial was at the city cemetery with the Rev. V.C. Neal, pastor of the Atkins Baptist Church, officiating.

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LEMMONS, John
RANDOLPH COUNTY, ARKANSAS: John Lemmons died December 22, 1913. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Lemmons. Interment was at the family burying ground.

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LEMON, Jack
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS: Jack Lemon, 75, died August 25, 2005. He was born September 12, 1929 to James Curtis Lemon and Rebecca Gorby Lemon. He was a retired heavy equipment operator and worked on pipelines. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers for over 50 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and attended Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Reba McGaha Lemon; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Mike Sutterfield of Batesville; 2 grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; eight brothers; and a sister. Services were held at Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Mount Zion Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.

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LEMONS, George V.
SALINE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: George Vernon Lemons died September 14, 1917. He was born February 26, 1914 to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Lemons. Burial was at Mount Olive Cemetery.

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LEMONS, Lydia
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Lydia Addaline Lemons, 71, died April 3, 1957. She was born April 14, 1885. She was a Baptist. She was survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Fieker and Bessie Byrd; four sons, Clifford, Jesse, Clarence and Richard Lemons; a sister, Mrs. Van Johnson; and two brothers, Sam and Albert Boley. Burial was at Tuck's Chapel Cemetery.

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LENDERMAN, Madie
CARLISLE, ARKANSAS: Madie Cathryn Lenderman, 86, died June 18, 1986. She was a Methodist. She is survived by three daughters, Viola Simmons of Carlisle, Verneta Eubanks of Baton Rouge, and Mamie Gunter of Hazen; a brother, Bowman Duke of Mayflower; 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, G.L. Lenderman. Services were held at Carlisle Methodist Church. Burial was at Wattensaw Cemetery near Lonoke with arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, AR.

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LENDERMON, Ooshi
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ooshi Lendermon, 72, died May 18, 2007. She was born June 6, 1934 in Korea. She was a restaurant owner, and attended Hope Korean United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, William Lendermon of Little Rock; a sister in Korea; her dog, Cash; and her friends and church family. She was the widow of E.L. Lendermon. Services were held at the chapel of Roller-Owens Funeral Home, followed by interment at the National Cemetery in Little Rock, AR.

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LEONARD, Ella
GRAVETTE, ARKANSAS: Ella Leonard died April 27, 1909 in an accident involving a freight train. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Services were held at the Methodist Church in Gravette. Burial was south of Gravette at Bethel Cemetery.

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LEONARD, John
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John Leonard died November 27, 1938. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Spanish-American War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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LEONARD, Ivory
DERMOTT, ARKANSAS: Ivory Leonard, 72, died March 17, 2008. He was born June 8, 1935 to the late Milton Leonard and Oda Everett. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Leonard; a daughter, Cheryl Jefferson of Dermott; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Dermott with Rev. Warren L. Strickland officiating. Burial was at Strickland Memorial Lawn in McGehee, AR under the direction of Davis-Strickland Funeral Home.

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LEONARD, Lora
CORNING, ARKANSAS: Lora Irene Leonard, 64, died December 26, 1990 at Arkansas Methodist Hospital in Paragould. She was born September 21, 1926 in Walnut Ridge. She was a member of the Assembly of God church in Corning. She is survived by her husband, Paul Wayne Leonard, to whom she was married on June 26, 1943; five sons, Eddie D. Leonard of Doniphan, John A. Leonard of Cassville, MO, and James D. Leonard, Freddie R. Leonard and Don W. Leonard, all of Corning; four daughters, Betty A. Crossen, Ella M. Hathaway, Lorie L. Niswonger, and Donna M. Pearson, all of Corning: six brothers, Jack Creameans and Jim Creameans, both of Corning, Larry Creameans of Ann Arbor, MI, Dub Creameans of Washington State, and Butch Creameans and Jack Huckabee, both of St. Louis; and four sisters, Lorene Garner of Pocahontas, Pearl Plunk of Doniphan and Trudy Colter and Mary Jones, both of Corning. Services were held at the chapel of Ermert Funeral Home with Reverend Robert Broderick officiating. Burial was at Corning Cemetery.

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LEOPARD, Carolyn S.
WHITE HALL, ARKANSAS: Carolyn Sue Leopard, 68, died January 30, 2007. She was born December 14, 1938 to the late Henry B. and Lula Mae Winston Lunsford. She retired from the White Hall Public Schools. She attended Maranatha Baptist Church in Pine Bluff, where she taught Sunday School for 30 years. She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Leopard; her children, Melissa Sutton of Vincennes, IN, Ann Summerville of Alexander, Brenda Leopard McGriff of White Hall, Jimmy J. Leopard of Watson Chapel, Judy Lowery of White Hall and Tony Leopard of Conway; 7 brothers; 4 sisters; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Burial was at New Hope Cemetery near Rison with arrangements by Buie Funeral Home.

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LEOPARD, Evelyn
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Evelyn Barnhill Leopard, 66, died August 22, 1990. She was born April 10, 1924. She was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, the University of Arkansas Alumni Association, Delta Gamma Sorority, and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a Red Cross volunteer. She is survived by two sons, Stephen L. Leopard of San Antonio, and Guy L. Leopard of Pacific Grove, CA; a daughter, Lindsay L. Swanick of Florissant, MO; two brothers, Dr. Bruce B. Barnhill of Tallahasse, FL, and Ret. Lt. Col. Robert J. Barnhill of Lonoke; a sister, Mary Ellen McCord of Corning; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ret. Lt. Col. Guy L. Leopard. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery with Rev. Lawson Anderson presiding. Arrangements were entrusted to North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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LEQUIEU, William
ALEXANDER, ARKANSAS: William "Bill" Lequieu, 76, died January 18, 1981. He was a retired carpenter. He attended Vimy Ridge Missionary Baptist Church, and was a Mason. He is survived by his wife, Elsie Backer Lequieu; two daughters, Donna Keady and Louise Billing; a sister, Annie Brown; 4 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at Vimy Ridge Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Forest Hills Cemetery under the direction of Ashby Funeral Home.

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LEREW, Veda
MAYFLOWER, ARKANSAS: Veda M. Lerew, 75, died January 31, 2004. She was born July 22, 1928 in Trenton, MO to John and Jessie Sims Tharp. She was a retired switchboard operator at Southwestern Bell. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Lerew; a brother, Nelson Tharp of Plumerville; two sisters, Lena Sievers of Mayflower, and Valla Mang of Huntsville, AL; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Kerr. Arrangements were handled by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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LESLIE, M.C.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Melvin "M.C." Leslie, 75, died October 15, 2007. He was born March 8, 1932 to Clive and Velma Moore Leslie. He was an automobile salesman. He refereed basketball for over 20 years, and was a Little League baseball coach. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by two sons, Chad Leslie of Bigfork, MT and Michael Leslie of Dallas, TX; and two sisters, Joyce Patrick of Delaney AR, and Jolene Cuzick of Peoria, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a son, Mel Leslie. Services were held at the chapel of Luginbuel Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Newbill officiating. Burial was at Prairie Grove Cemetery.

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LESLY, Clive E.
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Clive England Lesly, 72, died December 31, 1981. He was born April 18, 1909 to Lord Clive and Edna Anna Tipton Lesly. He worked for Southern Mercantile, and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Fern Holly Lesly; a son, M.S. Lesly; two daughters, Jolene Cuzick and Joyce Patrick; a stepdaughter, Patsy Jean Proctor; a brother, Pete Lesly; four sisters, Mrs. Dean Ford, Verna Harmon, June Gaspard, and Billie Eaton; 4 grandchildren; a great grandchild; and a step great-grandchild. Services were held at the First Baptist Church of Prairie Grove. Burial was at the Prairie Grove Cemetery under the direction Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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LESSLEY, Nova Lee
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Nova Lee Lessley, 66, died April 9, 2000. She was a retiree of the James River Corporation in Fort Smith. She was a Baptist. She was the widow of Shelley Joe Lessley. She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Hale of Springdale and Jennifer Zinser of Morrilton; a sister, Eva Dickson of Salt Lake City, UT; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Assembly of God in Mountainburg. Burial was at New Cemetery in Mulberry, AR with arrangements by Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR.

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LESTER, Arabelle
CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Arabelle L. Lester, 94, died March 19, 2009. She was born April 26, 1914 to the late John H. and Mary B. Vanhoose Loar. She was a member of Formosa Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Margie Boyte and husband Curtis of Lakeland, FL; Myra Lee Nobles and husband Billy W. of Andulusia, AL; and Catherine Spicer of Clinton; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 43 years, William Murel Lester; a daughter, Muriel Hood; 3 grandchildren; and a great-grandson. Burial was at Holley Mountain Cemetery under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.

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LESTER, Mazelle
STAMPS, ARKANSAS: Mazelle Lester, 101, died September 14, 2006. She was born May 22, 1905. She retired from the Alan White Company. Survivors include a cousin, John Lester, III of Texarkana, AR. Interment was at Mars Hill Cemetery with arrangements handled by Smith Funeral Home.

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LESTER, Willie L.
ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS: Willie Lee Lester, 77, died December 5, 2001. He was born October 25, 1924 to the late William and Zora Lester. Among the survivors are his wife, Julia Lester of Arkadelphia; seven children, Linda Kapelian of Shreveport, LA, Terry Lester of Marvell, Marla Barber of Palestine, Debra Fahoum of Jonesboro, Judy Hughes of Sedalia, MO, and Mark Lester and Luke Lester of Arkadelphia; 24 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Church of the Nazarene in Caddo Valley. Burial was at Macedonia Cemetery with arrangements by Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home.

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LETCHER, Thomas E.
TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS: Thomas E. "Tommy" Letcher, 51, died January 05, 2007. He was born April 22, 1955. Survivors include his wife, Karen Letcher; a son, John Gale IV; two daughters, Deborah DeRouen and Samantha Gale; a brother, James Letcher, Jr.; a sister, Elizabeth Ann English; his mother, Rachel Letcher; 6 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Interment was at Chapelwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Chapelwood Funeral Home.

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LEVERETTE, Snow Katherine
GURDON, ARKANSAS: Snow Katherine Leverette, 79, died September 27, 2006. She was a homemaker and a Jehovah's Witness. She is survived by her husband, William Leverette of Gurdon; sons, Bobby Leverette of Gurdon, Larry Leverette of Marianna, Kenneth Leverette of Gurdon, and Alex Leverette of Camden; daughters, Glenda Burris of Gurdon, Linda Blankenship of Peoria, IL. and Alice Leverette of Sherwood; sisters, Jennie Tawbush of Birmingham AL and Nancy Hansen of Huntsville, AL; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren. Graveside services were held at South Fork Cemetery with Bro. Calvin Lacy officiating. Arrangements were handled by Horne Funeral Home of Gurdon.

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LEVINE, Henrietta Rutstein
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Henrietta Rutstein Levine, 93, died November 6, 2001. She was born July 27, 1908 to the late Henry and Annie Rutstein. She assisted with the operation of Jake Levine's Men's Store. She established the thrift shop in the former Davis Hospital, and also helped started the gift shop at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the Temple Anshe Emeth, where she was a member of the Temple of Sisterhood and the Board of Directors. She volunteered for the Red Cross, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, and Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She is survived by one son, M. H. Levine of Pine Bluff, four grandchildren, and one cousin, Bobby Baim Simpson, Pine Bluff. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jake Levine, and two sisters, Sara Daiches and Adele Daiches. Donations may be made to Neighbor to Neighbor, or to the donor's favorite charity. Interment was at the Jewish Cemetery with Rabbi Deborah Wright officiating. Arrangements were handled by Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.

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LEWALLEN, Essie Dyess
BISMARCK, ARKANSAS: Essie Irene Dyess Lewallen, 89, died on July 2, 2004. Services were held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Caddo Valley with Bro. Virgil Martin officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by Gross Funeral Home of Hot Springs, AR.

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LEWALLEN, Gussie Mae
BAUXITE, ARKANSAS: Gussie Mae Lewallen, 77, died December 24, 2004. She was born February 16, 1927 to the late Gus and Lillie Parish. She was a retired rural mail carrier, and attended Magness Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include three children, Keith Yonker and Tamara Sublett, both of Bauxite, and Darla Duncan of Clayton, NC; five stepchildren, Larry Lewallen and Wanda Wales, both of Pine Bluff, Janell Totten of O'Fallon, MO, and Eddie Mae Mason and Elizabeth Wilson, both of Molino, FL; 20 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 2 great- great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; two brothers; three sisters; two sons; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander with arrangements by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home.

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LEWIS, Carrie
LUXORA, ARKANSAS: Carrie Lewis, 101, died January 19, 2004. She was a retired factory worker, and attended Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Burdette. She is survived by a stepson, Leroy Moreland, Sr. of Chicago, IL; and a nephew, Ben Clark, Jr. of Luxora. Services were held at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. John Baker officiating. Burial was at Sandy Ridge Cemetery with arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home of Osceola, AR.

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LEWIS, Dixie
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Dixie Cole Lewis died February 9, 1974. She was born February 8, 1890. Burial was at Haven of Rest Cemetery.

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LEWIS, Era Robinson
CAMDEN, ARKANSAS: Era Elizabeth Robinson Lewis died July 30, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Roscoe C. Lewis, Sr. Services were held at St. James A.M.E. Church in Camden. Burial was at Scott Memorial Gardens in Hope, AR.

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LEWIS, Ordie Earl
GRIFFITHVILLE, ARKANSAS: Ordie Earl "Peck" Lewis, 94, died August 28, 2004. He was a farmer, and served in the Navy during World War II. He attended the Griffithville Church of Christ, and was a Mason. Survivors include his wife, Nadine Gains Lewis; a daughter, Retha Allred of Des Arc; three sons, LaVell Lewis of Griffithville, Redus Lewis of Searcy and Harold Lewis of Griffithville; two sisters, Ollie Gee Bailey of Searcy, and Erma Ruth Anderson of Ocala, Florida; 11 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Gladys Lewis; two sons, James Earl Lewis and Ordie Gene Lewis; his parents; two sisters; and two brothers. Interment was at Dogwood Cemetery near Griffithville with arrangements by Roller-Daniel Funeral Home.

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LEWIS, Roy Lee
BOONEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Roy Lee Lewis, 88, died February 17, 2007. He retired from the U.S. Army, and had served in both World War II and Korea. Following his military retirement, he worked as a barber. He attended Washburn Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife of over 60 years, Patsy Lewis; two daughters, Francis Dean Lewis of Wichita, KS, and Jacque Ross of Booneville; a son, Jimmie Lewis of Booneville; a brother, Arnold Lewis of Midwest City, OK; 6 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur "Pete" Lewis and Maudie Morgan Lewis; a daughter, Joann Lewis; a son, Johnny Lewis; and two brothers, Archie Lewis and Henry Martin. Interment was at Washburn Cemetery with arrangements by Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville, AR.

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LIBERTO, Reba M.
HACKETT, ARKANSAS: Reba M. Liberto, 82, died August 1, 2005. She was a retired switchboard operator for St. Edward Mercy Medical Center, and attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Survivors include her daughter, Connie Covey of Van Buren; two sons, Mike Liberto of Hackett and John Liberto of Fort Smith; a sister, Ima Dee Holmes of Coweta, OK; 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Marion Liberto. Burial was at New Hope Cemetery in Spiro with arrangements by Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith, AR.

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LICHTENBERGER, Christopher
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Christopher Lichtenberger died March 28, 1864. He was a soldier in the Civil War. Interment was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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LIEBL, Phyllis
SHERWOOD, ARKANSAS: Phyllis Ann Liebl, 69, died July 7, 2006. Surviving family members include her sisters, Helen Miller, Nettie White and Maxine Chandler, all of California. Services were held at the chapel of Huson Funeral, followed by interment in the Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery.

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LIEDE, Michael
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS: Michael Liede, 80, died June 18, 1918. He was a Civil War veteran. Interment was at Forest Park Cemetery under the direction of Fentress Mortuary.

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LIEFBROER, Jan
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Jan Liefbroer died May 21, 1864. He was a Civil War soldier. Burial was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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LIETZOW, Virginia
MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Virginia J. Lietzow, 90, died October 5, 2008. She was born June 25, 1918 to John and Florence Johnson Westlund. She attended Redeemer Lutheran Church. She is survived by a brother, John Westlund, Jr. of Florida; a sister, Gloria Hyslop of Illinois; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Interment was at Baxter Memorial Gardens under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.

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LIGHT, Carl E., Sr.
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Carl Edward Light, Sr., 64, died April 8, 2006. He was born December 11, 1941 to the late Louie and Lorene Wallace Light. He was a retired heavy equipment operator. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Light; four sons, Steve Light of Star City, Donnie Light of Pine Bluff, Ronnie Light of Little Rock, and Carl Edward Light, Jr. of Hot Springs; three stepsons, Steve Cochran of Fort Worth, TX, and Keith Cochran and Carmen Cochran, both of Pine Bluff; two brothers, Gerald Light and David Light, both of Star City; seven sisters, Deborah King of White Hall, Marieta Wallace and Frances Taylor, both of Pine Bluff, Flora Harris of Star City, Caroyln Usoff of Millington, TN, Linda Vaughn of Little Rock, and Helen Banks of Lakeland, FL; and 9 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Jimmy Light. Interment was at Drake Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Service.

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LIGHT, Simon
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Simon Light died August 28, 1864. He was a Civil War soldier. Burial was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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LIGGET, John A.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: John A. Ligget died July 30, 1910. He was a Civil War veteran. Burial was at the Little Rock National Cemetery.

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LIGON, Jewell
CHERRY VALLEY, ARKANSAS: Jewell Dean Ligon, 76, died July 13, 2008. She was born August 20, 1931 to Hiram Miller and Helen Marion Campbell Miller. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by her daughters, Marion King and Sandie Thomas, both of Cherry Valley; 4 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Ralph Heindselman and Horace Ligon; four brothers; three sisters; and her parents. Interment was at Lewis Cemetery in Hickory Ridge under the direction of Kernodle Funeral Home.

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LILES, Betty
MAUMELLE, ARKANSAS: Betty Liles, 92, died November 30, 2003. She was a former resident of Mena, AR. Survivors include her husband, Wallace Liles; two daughters, Betty Stapp and Patty Whaley; a son, Gene Baker; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. Interment was at Riverwood Memorial Park in Maumelle under the direction of North Little Rock Funeral Home.

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LILES, Joe
WHITE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Joe Liles died March 25, 1906. He was born on January 17, 1848. He was a Civil War veteran, having served with Company E, Col. Dobbin's Regiment, Arkansas Cavalry. Interment was at Lebanon Cemetery.

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LIMBIRD, Catherine
PARIS, ARKANSAS: Catherine "Katy" Limbird, 93, died April 3, 2005. She worked for Arkansas Western Gas Company, Shirley Motor Company, and the Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service of Paris. She attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris, and was a member of the St. Joseph Mothers' Society. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Fiddler of North Little Rock; four sons, Mark Limbird of Scranton, Mike Limbird and Jim Limbird, both of Little Rock, and Bob Limbird of Knoxville; a sister, Mary Margaret Kirchoff of Mobile, AL; 7 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank M. Limbird; her parents, S.A. and Mary Zeiler Connaughton; her sisters, Agnes Carter, Betty Jasper and Ann Maus; and her brothers, George and Mike Connaughton. Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial was at Bearley Cemetery in Dardanelle with arrangements by Roller Funeral Home.

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LINAM, Andrew J.
DOVER, ARKANSAS: Andrew Jackson Linam died January 30, 1919. He was born February 2, 1832. He was a Civil War veteran, and served with the 9th Tennessee Cavalry. Interment was at McFadden Cemetery.

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LINAM, Faye
MAGNOLIA, ARKANSAS: Faye R. Oglesby Linam, 76, died December 29, 2004 at Christus Schumpert Hospital in Shreveport, LA. She was born August 16, 1928 in Union County, AR to the late L.H. and Ophelia Oglesby. She worked at the Magnolia Public Schools for 28 years, and had also worked for the public schools in Waldo and Stamps. She attended Central Baptist Church, and was a member of the Retired Teachers' Association. She is survived by a daughter, Carol Linam of Bonham, TX; a son, Chuck Linam of Magnolia; a sister, Gwen Adams (Carl) of Springhill, LA; 2 granddaughters; her nieces and nephews; her friends; and her former students. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.A. "Cotton" Linam; her parents; a sister, Wiladean Williams; and two brothers, Joe D. Oglesby and Hobby Oglesby. Services were held at Central Baptist Church. Burial was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Lewis Funeral Home.

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LINCK, Hettie M.
FLIPPIN, ARKANSAS: Hettie M. Ott Linck, 94, died December 22, 2006. She was born October 17, 1912 to the late Charlie and Ethel Bundy Ott. She attended the Flippin Christian Church, and was active in the Christian Women's Fellowship. She was a homemaker, and enjoyed gardening. She is survived by her children, Doyle Linck of Mountain Home, Sylvia Cunningham of Rogersville, MO, and Linda Swaters of Flippin; a brother, Fred Ott of Okemah, OK; 7 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Linck. Services were held at the Flippin Christian Church with Russ Dunham officiating. Interment was at the Flippin Cemetery under the direction of H.A. Burns Funeral Home.

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LIND, Opal
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Opal Azelle Lind, 93, died June 23, 2007. She was born March 21, 1914 to the late Clarence McMoran and Florence Woodhouse McMoran. She retired from the Timex Corporation, and was a member of the Rock City Harvest Church. She is survived by two sons, Bill Lind (Shirley), and Harold Lind (Alice); 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; a brother; and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers; and a sister. Interment was at Plummerville Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home.

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LINDER, Harold
PRAIRIE GROVE, ARKANSAS: Harold G. Linder, 84, died March 12, 1991. He was born October 19, 1906 to William Anderson Linder and Helen Edwards Linder. He was an Episcopalian. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, including Helen Hevener of Portland, OR. Cremation arrangements were handled by Luginbuel Funeral Home.

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LINDLEY, Ava Cavitt
JOINER, ARKANSAS: Ava Joyce Cavitt Lindley, 68, died February 13, 2005. She was an employee of American Greetings, and attended Whitten Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Joel D. Lindley; a daughter, Linda Ann Chandler of Marie, AR; a son, Michael J. Lindley of Joiner; a sister, Carolyn Birdsong of Joiner; a brother, Fred Cavitt of Joiner, AR; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Louise Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

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LINDSEY, California
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS: California Lindsey died December 21, 1900. She was born July 7, 1849. She was survived by her husband, J.C. Lindsey. Burial was at Gibson Cemetery.

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LINDSEY, Charles W.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Charles Warren Lindsey, 81, died November 11, 2009. He was born May 25, 1928 to Charles Edgar and Lora Bethel Johnson Lindsey. He held a degree from the University of Arkansas, and retired from Merck & Co. after 27 years as a farm research superintendent. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He attended St. Thomas Episcopal Church, and was a lay preacher for 40 years. He was a former member and president of the Jaycees in Dardanelle, and a life member and past president of the Springdale Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Gordon Lindsey; three children, Gordon Lindsey and wife Beth of Spring, TX, Carolyn Polk and husband Tommy of Little Rock, and Melinda Emmerling and husband Mark of Maumelle; four brothers, Jack Lindsey of St. Peters, MO, Clarence Lindsey of St. Louis, Nelson Lindsey of Collinsville, IL, and Loran Lindsey of Loudon, TN; a sister, Charlene Eversgerd of Germantown, IL; and 8 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Inurnment was at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church Columbarium with arrangements by Heritage Funeral Home.

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LINDSEY, Malinda J.
WALNUT RIDGE, ARKANSAS: Malinda J. Lindsey died July 1, 1896. She was born April 17, 1837. She was preceded in death by her husband, Micajah Lindsey. Interment was at Snow Cemetery.

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LINDSEY, Velma
TRUMANN, ARKANSAS: Velma P. Lindsey, 89, died February 8, 2006. She was born July 7, 1916. She was a nurse, and attended First Christian Church. She is survived by her husband, Carmel Lindsey; a son, Fred Harrison of Flat Rock, MI; two stepdaughters, Mozell Telega of Wyandotte, MI and Freda Palmer of Joplin, MO; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ray Harrison, Sr; a son, Ray Harrison, Jr; and a sister, Pearl Hickman. Burial was at Oaklawn Cemetery by Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.

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LINDSEY, Vida
RANDOLPH COUNTY, ARKANSAS: Vida Lindsey was born May 4, 1906, and died February 20, 1920. Among the survivors were the parents; four sisters; and three brothers. Burial was at Siloam Cemetery.

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LINGO, Marie
MURFREESBORO, ARKANSAS: Marie Crews Lingo, 70, died May 22, 2009. She was born December 2, 1938 to the late Johnny and Clara Mae Copeland Crews. She attended Trinity Baptist Church. She is survived by three sons, James Lingo, Johnny Byers, and Ricky and wife Becky Byers, all of Murfreesboro; five brothers, James Crews, Jackie Crews, and Tommy Crews, all of Gurdon, Clarence Crews of Guthrie, OK, and Glen Taylor of Little Rock; a sister, Virginia Rice of Little Rock; 2 grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Lingo; her father, Johnny Crews; her mother, Clara Mae Taylor; a brother, Bobby Crews; and sister, Johnnie Mae Miller. Interment was at College Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Latimer Funeral Home.

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LINKER, Laconia
BRYANT, ARKANSAS: Laconia Linker, 87, passed away April 24, 2006. She was born May 21, 1918 to Jeremiah and Anna Elizabeth Reynolds Curl. She is survived by four daughters, Shirley Linker, Peggy Varner, Abbline Van Skiver and Laconia Tracy; 7 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a son. Graveside services were held at McPherson Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home.

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LINN, Oran D.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Oran D. Linn, 81, died August 18, 2006. He was born May 14, 1925 to the late Norman and Mary Elise Bolden Linn. He retired from Pulaski County Road and Bridge. Survivors include three sons, Gary Linn and wife Tammy of Sheridan, Mike Linn and wife Julie of Malvern, and Danny Linn of Vilonia; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Beth E. Linn; several siblings; and two granddaughters. Services were held at Bee Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Ammon Collins officiating. Burial was at Bee Branch Cemetery with arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway, AR.

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LINN, Truman H.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Truman H. Linn, 82, died July 27, 2005. He was born September 30, 1922. He was a World War II veteran. He served for 13 years with the Monticello, AR Police Department, and later retired from Arkansas Forestry. He attended Faith Assembly of God in Conway. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Imogene Evans Linn; two daughters, Ruth Dyson of Conway and Barbara McManus of Gillham, AR; 5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; a sister, Alma McDonald of Clinton; and a brother, Oran Linn of North Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elsie Bolden Linn and Norman Linn; four brothers, Archie, Arlie, Dois, and Vernon Linn; and a grandson, Jason Patrick Hood. Services were held at Faith Assembly of God with Rev. Michael Burden officiating. Burial was at East Shady Grove Cemetery in Greenbrier with arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway, AR.

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LIPPINCOTT, Obed Edom, Jr.
CONWAY, ARKANSAS: Obed Edom "Bud" Lippincott, Jr., 79, passed away February 16, 2005. He was born March 22, 1925 to the late Obed Edom and Pauline Lippincott. He was a member of Harlan Park Baptist Church, and was a farmer in Illinois before moving to Conway. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Linda "Lippy" Lippincott. Interment was at Melvin Cemetery in Melvin, IL. Local arrangements were handled by Griffin Leggett Funeral Home.

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LIPSCOMB, Hayward, Sr.
COLT, ARKANSAS: Hayward Lipscomb, Sr., 62, died December 14, 2004. He was born August 28, 1942 to Frank Lipscomb, Sr. and Ruby Griggs Lipscomb. He is survived by his wife, Lossie Jimerson Lipscomb; two daughters, Brenda Lipscomb and Ruby Lipscomb, both of Chicago, IL; three sons, Jeff Lipscomb and Hayward Lipscomb, Jr., both of Chicago, IL, and Earl Jimerson of Forrest City; a sister, Ruthstella Lipscomb of Chicago, IL; five brothers, A.J. Lipscomb of New York, and Albert Lipscomb, Aubrey Lipscomb, Crosby Lipscomb and Frank Lipscomb, Jr., all of Chicago, IL; 21 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Rising Sun Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at Casteel Cemetery.

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LISKO, Clementine
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Clementine "Clemie" Plafcan Lisko, 83, died June 9, 2008. She was born March 21, 1925 to Paul Plafcan and Anna Pruzinski Plafcan. She was a member of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Kellim of Jonesboro; six sons, Frankie Lisko of Slovak, Richard Lisko of Stuttgart, Marty Lisko of Brinkley, Freddie Lisko of Slovak, Stephen Lisko of Slovak and Jimmy Lisko of Hazen; 20 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Lisko; her parents; and 12 siblings. Services were held at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Burial was at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Cemetery by Turpin Funeral Home of Stuttgart, AR.

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LISKO, George
SLOVAK, ARKANSAS: George Lisko, 84, died June 12, 1985. He was a retired farmer. He was a member of the Farm Bureau, and was of the Catholic faith. He is survived by his wife, Clara Louise Newman Lisko; five sons, William Lisko of Des Arc, Paul Lisko of Humphrey, Johnny Lisko of Stuttgart, Edward Joe Lisko of Hazen, and Tommy Lisko of Weiner; four daughters, Katherine Plafcan of Carlisle, Marie Hargis of Little Rock, Helen Henry of Marquette, MI, and Betty Masingale of Paragould; a brother, John Lisko of Hazen; two sisters, Katie Petrus of Hazen and Mary Oslica of Carlisle; 36 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Ss. Cyril and Methodious Catholic Church. Burial was at Slovak Cemetery.

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LITTLE, Lois
KINGSTON, ARKANSAS: Lois Louise Little died May 13, 2006. She was born August 5, 1923 to John Wesley and Ora Bell DuVall White. She was of the Presbyterian faith. She was a 1943 graduate of Huntsville State Vocational School, and enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening and canning. She is survived by her husband of over 60 years, John D. Little; two sons and a daughter-in-law, John Danny Little and Thomas D. and Nichole Keele Little, all of Kingston; two daughters and sons-in-law, Janet and Dean Musteen of Kingston and Linda and Johnny Turner of Spring Valley; a sister, Ruth Edwards of Longview, WA; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Dorsey White, Doyle White and Dale White; and three sisters, Willa Smelley, Wealtha Johnson and an infant sister. Interment was at Kingston Cemetery with arrangements by Brashears Funeral Home.

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LITTLE, Neuvertral
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Neuvertral "Mutt" Little, 74, died January 24, 2004. She was born June 27, 1929 to Geva Jones and Henderson Love Jones. Survivors include five daughters, Gloria Martin of Chicago Heights, IL, Barbara Sandifer, Doris Robinson, Billie Jean Little and Yvonne Williams, all of Forrest City. She was preceded in death by two children, Larry Little and Louis Smith. Services were held at Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. John Strong officiating. Burial was at Paradise Garden Cemetery with arrangements by People's Funeral Home.

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LITTLE, Vivian Collins
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Vivian Little, 78, of Springdale passed away April 19, 2005. She was born May 7, 1926 to General Vivian and Annie McCoy Collins. She attended St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Springdale. She belonged to Delta Delta Delta sorority, and to the Northwest Arkansas Kennel Club. Survivors include her husband of over 50 years, Arch Little; a son, Laurence Little and wife Kim of Tulsa, OK; a daughter, Lisa Smith and husband Lee Roy of Stilwater, OK; a stepsister, Audrey Jackson of St. Augustine, FL; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Springdale, AR with Dr. Steven Thomason officiating. Interment was at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church Columbarium. Arrangements were handled by Sisco Chapel of Springdale, AR.

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LITTLEJOHN, Douglas A.
CLARENDON, ARKANSAS: Funeral services for Douglas Ardell Littlejohn, 61, of Clarendon were held at the Union Baptist Church in Clarendon with Rev. Willie Gilmore Sr. officiating. Burial was at the Shady Grove Cemetery in Clarendon. He was born September 2, 1943, the seventh of ten children born to the Rev. and Mrs. C.L. Littlejohn. He died January 28, 2005 in Clarendon. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include six sisters, Ora Lee, Dorothy, Alice, Carol, Kaye and Sandra and a brother, Cornelious Littlejohn of Helena; an uncle, Wilson Atkins, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. His parents and two brothers preceded him in death. Arrangements were handled by Brown's Home for Funerals.

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LITTLEJOHN, Nelvin
DECATUR, ARKANSAS: Nelvin Littlejohn, 84, died September 19, 1974 at Gravette Medical Center. He was born July 7, 1890 in Kansas to Amos Wayne and Hattie Maple Littlejohn. He was a retired farmer. Services were held at Glad Tidings Church. Burial was at the Decatur Cemetery under the direction of Callison-McKinney Funeral Home.

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LITZSEY, Flora
PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS: Flora Lee Litzsey, 50, died January 15, 2010. She was born March 14, 1959 in Pine Bluff to McCoy and Rosie Litzsey. She is survived by two daughters, Candra Litzsey and Shannon Reed; her sisters, Betty Morris, Thelma Edwards, Wilma Little, Carolyn Litzsey, Alice Shaw, Taresa Litzsey Cooper, Elmaire Kirk and Evester Litzsey; her brothers, Alex Litzsey, Howard Litzsey, Orlando Litzsey, Anthony Litzsey, Sylvester Litzsey, Albert Cannon, James Cannon, Robert Cannon, and Walter Ward; and 8 grandchildren. Services were held at Bethel Baptist Church. Interment was at Forrest Lawn Cemetery by Brown Funeral Home.

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LITZSEY, Vashti
GRAPEVINE, ARKANSAS: Vashti Patillo Litzsey, 83, died June 21, 2003. She was born March 25, 1920 to the late Frank and Navada Patillo. She attended Grapevine Church of God in Christ, where she served as a Sunday School superintendent. She is survived by five sons, Aaron Litzsey and Glenn Litzsey, both of Grapevine, Hezekiah Litzsey of New York, Lee Ray Litzsey of Fordyce and George Litzsey of Washington; a brother, Aaron Patillo of Oakland, CA; a sister, Frankie Patillo of Oakland; 22 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Litzsey; two sons, Earl "Jack" Litzsey and Lafayette "Bill" Litzsey; 6 brothers and 4 sisters. Services were held at St. Paul AME Church in Grapevine. Burial was at St. John Cemetery with arrangements by Christian Way Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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LIVINGSTON, Helen C.
ENGLAND, ARKANSAS: Helen Colline Livingston, 69, died October 23, 2002. She was born August 11, 1933 to the late Joseph Murdock and Julia Murdock. She attended the Foursquare Gospel Church at Double Wells, and worked as a switchboard operator. Among the survivors are her husband, Oliver "Sonny" Livingston; a brother, Edgar Murdock; and a sister, Peggy Peters. Services were held at Wilson Funeral Home with the Rev. Ammon Collins officiating. Burial was at Lee Cemetery in Pine Bluff, AR.

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LIZANA, Joseph R.
SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS: Joseph Roy Lizana, 94, died June 18, 2007. He was born October 1, 1912 to the late Lucien Joseph Lizana and Josephine Viator Lizana. He worked as a levee patrol officer in Louisiana, and was also employed by NCR. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in Italy and North Africa. He was a former VFW post commander, and a volunteer communications director during Hurricane Betsy. Survivors include his wife, Margarita "Marge" Lizana; his daughters, Phyllis Gambill, Nancy Lizana, Karen Kavanaugh, Gretchen Umberger, and Claudia Diliberto; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Interment was at National Cemetery in Fayetteville with Reverend Clayton Gould officiating. Arrangements were handled by Beard's Funeral Chapel.

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LLOYD, Barbara McGinnis
SWIFTON, ARKANSAS: Barbara Lloyd, 65, died February 10, 2002. She was born November 10, 1936 to W.F. "Sam" and Pearl Massey McGinnis. She was an employee ofthe Swifton Public Schools, and attended the Swifton Church of Christ. She also worked for the Brown-Jordan Corporation for several years. At the age of 62, she graduated from Arkansas State University of Newport with an Associate degree in Computer Science. She is survived by her husband, Willard Leon Lloyd; four daughters, Pamala Darlene Evans and Barbara Gail Cliff, both of Swifton, Lecia Ann Templeton of Tuckerman, and Melody Jane Fender of Walnut Ridge; a stepson, Millard Leon Lloyd of Jonesboro; a stepdaughter, Sherry Ann Pinkston of Tuckerman; a brother, Dennis Ray McGinnis of Jonesboro; 10 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, William Paul McGinnis and Utah Raud McGinnis; a son, Scotty Mack Gates; and a granddaughter, Angela Marie Pinkston. Services were held at the Swifton Church of Christ with Todd Rabalais officiating. Burial was at the Swifton Cemetery with arrangements by Jackson's Newport Funeral Home.

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LLOYD, Udell Samuels
HOPE, ARKANSAS: Udell Samuels Lloyd, 93, died August 28, 2009. She was born August 21, 1916 to Jesse James Samuels and Elizabeth Cummings Samuels. She is survived by three sons, Don Lloyd of Hope, Jim Lloyd of Texarkana, TX, and Jack Lloyd of Arkadelphia; two brothers, J.D. Samuels of Hope, and Jack Samuels of Dallas, TX; a sister, Patsy Ann Adams of Hope; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William S. Lloyd. Burial was at White Oak Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Brazzel/Oakcrest Funeral Home.

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LOANE, Marcelite
MANILA, ARKANSAS: Marcelite Loretta Loane, 87, died December 18, 2005. She was born October 8, 1918. She was a retired nurse's aide, and attended Westside Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Lee Van Ralston of Farmington, MO; a daughter, Carol Ann Galloway of Manila; 3 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Pearl Sinclair Ross; and her husband, Charles Loane. Interment was at Manila Cemetery with arrangements by Howard Funeral Service.

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LOAR, Verna
POCAHONTAS, ARKANSAS: Verna Ward Loar, 93, died June 12, 2007 at Randolph County Medical Center. She was born February 14, 1914 in Corning, AR to the late Martin and Birdie Edwards Fowler. She was a former seamstress at Brown Shoe Company. Survivors include three sons, Gene Ward of Pocahontas, Tommy Ward of Caldwell, TX, and Alvin Ward of Vado, NM; two daughters, Yvonne McComas of Abilene, TX, and Barbara Duff of Dallas; 12 grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Ray Ward and Bill Loar. Interment was at Masonic Cemetery by McNabb Funeral Home.

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LOCHALA, Nora
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Nora H. Lochala, 94, died March 26, 1999. She was born March 19, 1905 to Tom and Flora Sway Ray. She was a homemaker and a member of the Quigley Holiness Church in Marion, LA. Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Ira Lochala; a son, Raymond Lochala; a daughter, Nettie Jean Tietz, all of Crossett; 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Jones Funeral Home chapel in Crossett, AR with Rev. Doyle House and Rev. Cris Farley officiating. Interment was at Hamburg Cemetery.

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LOCK, Willie Ray
RAVENDEN, ARKANSAS: Willie Ray Lock, 69, died February 24, 2009. He was born December 20, 1939 to William Henry and Dovie Nelson Lock. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Rosie Bush Lock; two daughters, Margaret Williams and husband Russell, and Regina Diane Wesley; a son, Michael Lock; a brother, Earnest Leroy Lock; a sister, Earnestine Shaw; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Faye Smith; and 2 grandchildren. Interment was at Lakeside Cemetery in Des Arc, AR.

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LOCKHART, Alverta
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Alverta Lockhart, 62, died March 6, 2009. She is survived by her children, Kasandra Hines (Wesley), Reginald (Desiree), Darron (Tina), James (Kimberly), and Brian Lockhart; three sisters, Regina Malvin, Joann Hendricks, and Pamela Reed; her brothers, Calvin Stewart, Robert Tucker, Perry Tucker, Harold, Gregory Stewart, Verna; 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were handled by Robinson Mortuary.

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LOCKRIDGE, Travis
HAMPTON, ARKANSAS: Travis Edward Lockridge, 83, died December 26, 2002 at the Hampton Nursing Home. He was born June 3, 1919 in Hampton to the late Gideon and Sophronia Ethridge Lockridge. He was a retired mail carrier and farmer. Survivors include two daughters, Vicki Porter of Fayetteville, and Sandy Morgan of Texarkana, TX; three sisters, Nellie Rae Duncan of Monticello, Edna Blann of Hampton, and Zoie Clark of Oklahoma City, OK; a brother, La Velle Lockridge of Hampton; a granddaughter; and a great-granddaughter. Services were held at the Happy Home Assembly of God Church. Burial was at Pickett Cemetery under the direction of Benton Funeral Home.

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LOCKWOOD, Thalia
MURFREESBORO, ARKANSAS: Thalia Rebecca Lockwood, 87, died April 15, 2009. She was born November 23, 1921 to the late Benjamin and Worthy Burnett Gregory. She was a member of the First Christian Church. She is survived by a daughter, Marla Jean Lockwood of Houston, TX; a brother, Jack Gregory of Burleson, TX; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at the First Christian Church. Burial was at the Murfreesboro Cemetery under the direction of Latimer Funeral Home.

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LOE, Teresa Y.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Teresa Yvonne Hensley Loe, 49, died April 22, 2007. She was a substitute teacher, and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her husband, Lawrence Loe; a son, Lawrence O. Loe of Little Rock; a daughter, Medrith Loe of San Antonio, TX; her parents, Bonnie and Wayne Hensley of Port Aransas, TX; a brother, Dallas Wayne Hensley of Memphis, TN; three sisters, Donna Brown and husband Gene of Port Aransas, TX, Carla Hissam and husband Spencer of Nashville, and Pam Hensley of Jonesboro; and two grandchildren. Interment was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Rev. Charles Hensley officiating. Arrangements were handled by Proctor Funeral Home.

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LOFTIN, Orbie B.
EL DORADO, ARKANSAS: Orbie B. Loftin, 90, died May 24, 2009. He was born January 24, 1919 to the late Washington Irvin and Mary Etta Adams Loftin. He was a retired restaurant owner, and was a Baptist. He is survived by several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Albert Wade Loftin and Marvin Loftin. Interment was at Roselawn Cemetery by Young's Funeral Home.

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LOGAN, Elmira
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Elmira Logan, 98, died July 6, 2003. She was born January 16, 1905. Survivors include 9 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, James A. Logan. Services were held at the chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Interment was at Scott Bond Cemetery.

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LOGAN, Orval
GREEN FOREST, ARKANSAS: Orval Logan, 70, died November 29, 2003. He was born August 23, 1933 to Joe Frank and Gladys Gibson Logan. He was farmer, and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean conflict. He attended the Freewill Baptist Church in Berryville. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Christie Logan of Green Forest; and four grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Gladys Logan; and a son, Jeff Logan. Interment was at Rule Cemetery with Rev. Wayne Writer officiating. Arrangements were handled by Nelson Funeral Service.

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LOGAN, Steve B. III
CASA, ARKANSAS: Steve Logan III, 74, died September 2, 2007. He was born November 1, 1932 to the late Stephen B. Logan II and Minnie Davies Logan. He was a retired civil engineer from the Tennessee Valley Authority and International Paper Company, and held a degree from the University of Kentucky. He enjoyed deer hunting, and was a member of the North American Hunting Club. He was a fan of University of Kentucky basketball. He is survived by his wife, Rayma Fisher Logan; a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen Logan IV and Trina Logan; four daughters and a son-in-law, Leah Little, Lori and David Blair, Linda Walker, and Jill Tobar; two stepsons and a daughter-in-law, Joey Fisher, and Barry and Connie Fisher; a brother and sister-in-law, Doug and Judy Logan; 7 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and a step-granddaughter. Services were held at the Casa First Baptist Church. Interment was at the Casa Cemetery with arrangements by Shinn Funeral Service.

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LOGUE, William
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: William "Bill" Logue, 73, died September 9, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Glyn Logue; two sons, Marlon Logue and Leslie Caldwell; a daughter, Linda Cartwright; four brothers; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucas Logue, Sr. and Ethel Kay Ferguson Logue Barber; a son, Will Earl Logue; three brothers; and two sisters. Interment was at Parkin Cemetery with arrangements by Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne, AR.

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LOLLAR, David F.
CLIFTY, ARKANSAS: David Franklin Lollar, 73, died June 5, 1959. He was born November 30, 1885 to Ruben and Abigail Sizemore Lollar. He was married to Anna Williams Lollar. Burial was at Clifty Cemetery with arrangements by Brashears Mortuary.

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LOLLAR, James
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: James Lollar died March 9, 1912. He was a Civil War veteran, having served with Company L of the 1st Arkansas Cavalry. Burial was at the Fayetteville National Cemetery.

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LOMACK, Odessa Bell
FORREST CITY, ARKANSAS: Odessa Bell Lomack, 96, died May 2, 2004. She was born January 25, 1908 to John Young and Josephine Duty Young. She was a farmer, and was a member of Kynette United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Faycerdella McLeurin of Forrest City, and Jorita Billups of Taylor, MI; and a son, Ellis Bell of St. Louis, MO. Services were held at Lane Chapel CME Church with Rev. Derrick Young officiating. Burial was at Casteel Cemetery with arrangements by Woodhouse Mortuary.

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LONDON, Robert
CROSSETT, ARKANSAS: Robert London, 91, died February 12, 2008. He retired from Georgia Pacific Plywood Mill, and attended the First Baptist Church. He is survived by a daughter, Lillian Anderson Lepoal of Crossett; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Minor and Pasty Kelly London. Burial was at Westview Cemetery by Cromwell Funeral Home.

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LONDON, Susie
CROSSES, ARKANSAS: Susie London, 92, died May 24, 1957. She was survived by a daughter, Mrs. Verdie Wafford; a son, W.P. London; 23 grandchildren; 82 great-grandchildren; and 37 great-great-grandchildren. Burial was at Brannon Cemetery under the direction of Brashears Funeral Home.

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LONG, Bernasteen
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Bernasteen Long, 84, died January 2, 2006. She was born September 8, 1921. She was a registered nurse, and worked at St. Vincent Medical Center. She is survived by a daughter, Peggy Ashley of Little Rock; and a special friend, Bernestine Washington. Services were held at Union AME Church in Little Rock. Interment was at Rest In Peace Memorial Gardens in Hensley, AR under the direction of Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home.