Obituaries

Glenda Howell

Glenda Howell

Sep 2, 2022

Glenda Howell was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved gardening, the outdoors, and cooking for her family.She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Howell, SR., her parents Edmund Cleaver and Mary Shelton cleaver, sisters Fay, Gladys and Edna, brothers Ray and Billy, and brother-in-law; Lanny.

She is survived by her three children: Kimmy Brand of Heber Springs, Bridget...

Sharon  Permenter Churchwell

Sharon Permenter Churchwell

Aug 29, 2022

Sharon Permenter Churchwell, 73, of Pangburn, formally of Searcy, peacefully passed at home on August 29, 2022, from acute myeloid leukemia. She was born to Jeff and Amie Townsend Permenter on August 2, 1949, at Porter Rodgers Hospital in Searcy, the last of three daughters. Sharon graduated from Searcy High School in 1967 and married Billy Gene Churchwell, of Griffithville,...

Robert Noel Davis

Robert Noel Davis

Aug 22, 2022

Robert Noel Davis received his wings on Monday, August 22, 2022.  He was born in Judsonia, Arkansas on November 1, 1926, to the late Robert and Emma (Morris) Davis.

 

Robert was an outdoorsman and particularly enjoyed fishing.  He loved listening to music and going dancing.  Many knew him to be a hard worker.  Robert served his country honorably in...

Lonnie Dupriest

Lonnie Dupriest

Aug 15, 2022

Lonnie Dupriest, 89, of Searcy went to be with the Lord, Monday, August 15th at his home surrounded by his loving family. Lonnie was born February 7, 1933, in Higginson, Arkansas to the late Mose Sr. and Evie (Hardin) Dupriest.

Lonnie was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He loved to sing at church and with the Men’s Group....

Ame English

Ame English

Aug 13, 2022

Ame Florance English was born on August 29th in 1968 at Martin Place West Hospital in Detroit, Michigan being the 9th and final child for Bobby and Martha Hammond.At her home on August 13th, 2022 at 53 years old, Ame went peacefully to be with her Lord surrounded by family.Ame became a proud mom of Cody James in July of 1990...

Katie Jane Langford

Katie Jane Langford

Aug 11, 2022

Katie Jane (Ghent) Langford, 86, of Searcy, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 in Searcy. She was born October 12, 1935 in Searcy to the late Shelby Thomas and Annie (Brown) Ghent. Katie was a homemaker and loving mother and grandmother. She married the love of her life Miles Langford on November 21, 1956 and they spent 54 years together...

Patricia Gail Crossen

Patricia Gail Crossen

Jul 29, 2022

Patricia Gail Crossen, 71, of Searcy, passed away Friday, July 29, 2022, at home. She was born February 24, 1951, in Wynne, Arkansas to the late Archie Eugene and Junnie Inez (Aston) Mason.

Pat loved the Lord and was a dedicated member of Faith Assembly for 19 years. She was married to the love of her life Freddie Crossen for...

William Carroll Session

William Carroll Session

Jul 15, 2022

William Carroll Session (Bill), and affectionately known as Da; met his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 15th at home in the comfort of his recliner, surrounded by family.

He was born May 18, 1934 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Jacob William Session and Florida Mae Bryant Session.

August 21, 1952 he married his high school sweetheart, Beverly June Waller. They...

Charles Keith Inman

Charles Keith Inman

Jul 12, 2022

Charles Keith Inman of McRae, Arkansas met Jesus face to face Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.  He was born to Donald and Bessie Inman on September 22nd, 1960, in Hastings, Michigan, and was 61 years old.

Keith will be remembered for his unrivaled work ethic and his 35 years of service to the Searcy Public...

Opal  Lee Howell

Opal Lee Howell

Jul 8, 2022

Opal Lee Howell, 90, of Searcy, Arkansas went to be with our Lord and Savior, on July 8th, 2022, at her home in Searcy. She was born March 27th, 1932, in Pangburn, Arkansas to the late Leona Cooper and Jerome Howell.

Opal was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was hard-working, kind, and generous. She was both mother...

Steven Lyle Alkire

Steven Lyle Alkire

Jul 8, 2022

Steven Lyle Alkire, 61, of Sidon passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Steven was born September 25, 1960, in Greenville, Mississippi to Bob and Mary (Mosley) Alkire.

Steven was an avid outdoorsman and particularly enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding four-wheelers. He had a passion for music. Steven loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was known...

Terry  Lynn Walker

Terry Lynn Walker

Jun 16, 2022

Terry Lynn Walker, 62, of Pangburn went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 16, 2022.

He was born June 25, 1959, in Wilburn, Arkansas to Jimmie Walker and the late Louise (Smith) Walker.

Terry retired from trucking. He was also a Volunteer Fireman for 20 years. He loved to hunt, fish and ride motorcycles, however he especially loved his...

Betty June Lyons

Betty June Lyons

Jun 5, 2022

Betty June Lyons, 78, of McRae went to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully, Sunday, June 5th surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 7, 1943, in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Carrel Sr. and Lody (Campbell) Bennett.

Betty was a faithful member of Searcy Pentecostal Church of God. She loved canning and gardening and even enjoyed...

A'Zarii Glen Christine Spencer

A'Zarii Glen Christine Spencer

May 21, 2022

A’Zarii Glen Christine Spencer, infant daughter of Gary Spencer, III and T’Keyah Martin entered into Heaven on May 21, 2022. She was born April 6, 2022 in Searcy. A’Zarii was loved and cherished by all that had met her in her short time here on earth. She was a happy, sweet little girl that was loved deeply by her family....

Wanda Faye Eden

Wanda Faye Eden

May 12, 2022

Wanda Faye Eden, 74, of Searcy, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Baptist Health Hospital in Little Rock. She was born September 15, 1947 in Searcy to the late Claude G. Redman and Mable Evans. She retired from JcPenney after nearly 20 years of service and was currently a patient care associate for Home Instead where she enjoyed assisting...

Mark Wayne Williams

Mark Wayne Williams

May 3, 2022

Mark Wayne Williams, 62, of Searcy, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, May 3rd at Advanced Care Hospital. He was born March 3, 1960, in Heber Springs, Arkansas to the late Watt and Shirley (Whittaker) Williams.

Mark was one of a kind. He was a Christian man, who genuinely loved the Lord. He loved people and loved...

Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Ford

Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Ford

Apr 29, 2022

Elizabeth Ann Ford, 73, of Searcy, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022 at home. She was born February 17, 1949 in Searcy to the late Randolph Ford and Eddie Mae Johnson. Liz retired from Land O’ Frost after 40 years of dedicated service. She was a member of the St. Mary’s CME Methodist Church and loved her church family dearly....

Mable Lois Carpenter

Mable Lois Carpenter

Apr 18, 2022

Mable Lois Carpenter, 96, of Searcy, Arkansas passed away Monday, April 18, 2022, at The Crossing at Riverside. She was born January 2, 1926, in New Albany, Mississippi to the late Jake and Addie (Greenwood) Raines.

Mable was a member of the College Church of Christ. Her family was her number one priority in life.

Left to cherish Mable’s...

Jacqueline (Jackie) Lee

Jacqueline (Jackie) Lee

Apr 8, 2022

Jacqueline (Jackie) Lee, 58, of Searcy, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord at 7:40 pm April 8th, 2022, with her family by her side and a smile on her face. Jackie was born August 28th, 1963, to Edward Gale and Mary Ann Butterworth in Brinkley Arkansas. She, along with her husband Kelly, ran the Floor Store in Searcy for...

Sherrill Phillips

Sherrill Phillips

Apr 6, 2022

Harry “Sherrill” Phillips, 70, of Searcy passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at his home. He was born March 12, 1952, in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Harry and Dean (Cox) Phillips.

Sherrill grew up farming and then in his adult life was a successful entrepreneur.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, one son, Brian Phillips of Cave...

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