Obituaries

Oct 17, 2019

Hunter Hollis Chapman, 31, of Pangburn passed away Thursday, October 17th at his home. It appears he died in his sleep.

He was the son of John Chapman of Searcy, and Angela Helms Chapman of Judsonia. Hunter is also survived by his daughter, Cheyenne Renee.

In addition to his daughter and parents, Hunter is survived by sister, Jenny Chapman Stockman...

Sep 30, 2019

Douglas “Gene” Weatherley, 75, of Searcy passed away Monday, September 30th at Unity Health Medical Center. He was born in Trumann, Arkansas to the late James and Hazel (Bates) Weatherley.

 

Gene was a family first kind of man. He would do anything for them. He was man who had a big heart and a very hard worker. He loved...

Sep 29, 2019

Mr. George Dale Ivie, 78, of Searcy, AR departed this life Sunday, September 29th at Mabelvale, AR.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Patsy Mears Ivie, his parents; George and Leon Ivie, and nephew; Jody Franklin Evans.

 

Dale is survived by a son; Chris Ivie (Kay) of Mabelvale, AR, his daughter; Tami Richards (Michael)...

Sep 26, 2019

Cordelia Wanda (Greer) LaFerney, 91, of Searcy went to be with her Lord, Thursday, September 26th at Unity Health Medical Center. She was born January 28, 1928 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late John and Cozetta (Carter) Greer.

She was a longtime member of Honey Hill Christian Church – known to all as “Miss Wanda.”

Left to cherish her memory...

Sep 25, 2019

Louie Raphiel Cohorn, age 88, departed this world on September 25, 2019.  He was born at Gravel Hill, Arkansas and was a resident of Searcy, Arkansas.  Louie was a veteran of the armed services.

 

He was preceded in death by his mother; Ada Adaline Burket Cohorn, his father; William Herman Cohorn, his sister; Lerline Bradford, his brother; James Harold...

Sep 23, 2019

Nathan E. Langston, 71, of Searcy passed away Monday, September 23rd at The Crossing at Riverside. He was born July 28, 1948 in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Nelson and Alfie (Sherwood) Langston.

 

Nathan was a spiritual man. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be dearly missed.

Left to cherish his memory is his...

Sep 13, 2019

Julia “Diane” Abbott, 62, of Searcy passed away Friday, September 13th at Unity Health Medical Center. She was born April 1, 1957 in Merced, California to D.L. and Mary Southerland.

Diane was a member of First Baptist Church in Searcy. She worked as a nurse for 40 years. She was a fun-loving person who loved to travel, color, and craft....

Sep 12, 2019

Don C. Voyles, 60, of Searcy passed away Thursday, September 12th at Unity Health Medical Center. He was born February 10, 1959 in Forrest City, Arkansas.

Don was a hardworker who loved his family. He loved farming and hunting. He was always willing to help anybody. He was loved by all who knew him. Don will be deeply missed.

 

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Sep 9, 2019

Ivan L. Harris, 74, of Beebe passed away Monday, September 9th.  He was born October 23, 1944 in Prim, Arkansas to the late Herbert and Mabel Harris.

 

Ivan retired from General Motors after thirty years and one month of service. He was an avid fisherman. Ivan loved dirt track racing. He was a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend...

Sep 6, 2019

There will be a graveside service Monday, September 9, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Oakland Cemetery located in Holland, Arkansas.

 

All services entrusted to Searcy McEuen Funeral Home.

Sep 2, 2019

Ada ‘Merline’ Lee, 84, of Searcy passed away September 2, 2019.  She was born on March 3, 1935 in Pecan Wells, Texas to the late Jim Wesley and Lola (Roberts) Woodard.

 

She was a housewife and extra farm hand for her late husband.  Ada was a member of Central Church of Christ.

 

Left to cherish her memory are...

Aug 31, 2019

Mary Lee Mosley, 75, passed away Saturday, August 31st.  She was born on December 12, 1943 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Marion and Dessie (Vaughn) Mosley.

 

She is survived by two sons; Mitch Mosley (Angel) and Jason Mosley (Syndee) both of Searcy, and numerous other family and friends.

Aug 25, 2019

Mary Lois Yarbrough, 86, went to be with her Lord, Sunday, August 25, 2019.  She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on February 1, 1933 to the late Walter and Clara (Rhodes) Huntsman.

 

Mary was a member of Searcy Faith Assembly of God.  She married Robert Elton Yarbrough, the love of her life, 64 years ago and remained a faithful...

Aug 17, 2019

Ronald Joseph Searcy, 83, went to be with the Lord on August 17th.  He was born on July 5, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Joseph and Virginia (Berry) Searcy.

 

Joe was a devoted husband, who loved his family.  He was an artist, he built furniture, and enjoyed anything to do with construction.  He designed several houses in...

Aug 13, 2019

Jean Carol (Brown) Ward, 80, of Searcy passed away Monday, August 12th at Oakdale Nursing Home. She was born January 20, 1939 in Washington, D.C. to the late Lloyd and Clara (Putnam) Brown.

 

Jean was a strong, faithful woman who had a deep belief in God. She loved flowers. She loved to laugh and to make others laugh. She...

Aug 13, 2019

Betty (Gentry) Bevill, 85, of Searcy passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019. She was born May 3, 1934 in Mt. Pisgah, Arkansas to the late Martin and Reta (Gilreath) Gentry.

Betty was a member of Searcy First Baptist Church where she had been a Sunday School Teacher for several years. She taught the 2-3-year-old class. Betty had very sweet spirit....

Aug 10, 2019

Jul 30, 2019

David Lee Lackey, 61, went to be with his Lord on July 30th.  He was born in Elgin, Illinois on February 21, 1958 to the late Guy and Mary (Langley) Lackey.

 

David was a loving husband of 30 years to his wife Tammi.  He was a devout Christian man who loved his Lord.  He looked forward to the coming...

Jul 29, 2019

Sarah Adaline "Bonnie" Hilburn, 93, passed away Monday, July 29th.  She was born in Memphis, Tennessee to the late John and Ozella Sammons on December 30, 1925.

 

Sarah enjoyed many pastimes such as:  crafts, crocheting, puzzles.  She attended Life Fellowship Assembly of God.  In her earlier years she was able to see a horse mounted cavalry come across her...

Jul 28, 2019

Christine Thomas Wilkinson, 74, of Pangburn passed away July 28th.  She was born to the late Benjamin and Nanetta (Murrell) Brackett on May 15, 1945 in Corcoran, California.

 

Christine loved gardening especially roses.  She was very kind, generous, thoughtful, and   had a giving spirit.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren.  Christine valued her faith in the Lord and...