Obituaries

Betty Bell

Betty Bell

Jun 7, 2023

Betty M. Bell, 90, of Kensett went to be with her Lord and Savior, on Wednesday, June 7th at her home surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born August 19, 1932, in Missouri to the late Albert and Lula Jane (Clevenger) Hilton.

Betty was a member of The Church of God in Bald Knob. She was a dedicated servant...

Kim Hanlin

Kim Hanlin

Jun 6, 2023

Kimberly Lynn Hanlin passed away at the age of 59. Her role was called up yonder on Tuesday June 6th in Searcy Arkansas. Kim was born on December 12, 1963, to Hillmon Davis and Juanita Martin in Brinkley Arkansas.

Kim grew up in Brinkley Arkansas, she attended Brinkley High School where she loved to cheer on the Tigers. She was...

Carl Lee Neal

Carl Lee Neal

Jun 5, 2023

Carl Lee Neal, 80, of Griffithville, Arkansas passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023. He was under the nurturing care of Unity Health Medical Center and Arkansas Hospice. He was born on June 1, 1943, in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Elmer Lee and Velma May (Hicks) Neal.

Carl loved helping his family and neighbors by picking berries, greens, corn,...

Patsy Wheeler

Patsy Wheeler

May 30, 2023

Patsy Earlene Wheeler passed away on Tuesday, May 30th, at age 85. She spent many of her years as a devoted mother and wife, then later became a baker. Once she retired, she moved to Oklahoma to buy and run a Quick Shop at the center of a small town, where she was able to visit with all the locals....

Mary Lou Bates (Gigi)

Mary Lou Bates (Gigi)

May 29, 2023

Mary Lou Bates (Gigi), 87, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023, at her home in Searcy surrounded by people that loved her dearly. She was born December 28, 1935, in Judsonia to the late Arthur and Emmaline (Roach) Stimbo.

She is survived by her son, Mick Bates, and wife Cindy; daughter, Gayle Hunt, and husband Justin; 7 grandchildren, Corey Bates, Ashly Maybrey...

Dolly Powell

Dolly Powell

May 25, 2023

Dolly Dimple Powell, 81, of Oppelo Arkansas went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, May 24th at Conway Regional in Conway. She was born June 17, 1941, in Joy, Arkansas to the late Orbrey and Bertha (Ogwin) Wortham.

Left to cherish her memory is her son, Robert Slaughter of Georgetown, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Tasha Thornton of Virginia, Cody Thornton of...

Charles Ash Berry

Charles Ash Berry

May 17, 2023

 

Charles Ash Berry, 25, of Kensett, Arkansas was called home, Wednesday, May 17th due to a tragic car accident. He was born February 20, 1998, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Ash was raised in Searcy and graduated from Riverview High School. He was a member of Chapel Lane Baptist Church. Ash was a loving fiancé, father, and son who will...

Bradley Lynn Rowe

Bradley Lynn Rowe

Apr 28, 2023

Bradley Lynn Rowe, 41, of Pangburn, formerly of Memphis, Tennessee, died Friday, April 28, 2023 at the Unity Health in Searcy. He was born July 1, 1981 in Tunica, Mississippi to Joyce Faye (Bly) Kieffer and the late William Henry Rowe. Brad was a chef and enjoyed cooking for his family and friends. He also loved music.

He is survived by...

Larry Wayne Caradine

Larry Wayne Caradine

Apr 25, 2023

Larry Wayne Caradine, 77, of Beebe, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Unity Health Hospital in Searcy. He was born February 18, 1946 in Sharum, Arkansas to the late William and Grace (Wells) Caradine. Larry retired from the National Guard after 23 years of service. After retiring from the military he went to work at Arkansas State University-Beebe.

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Deborah "Debbie" Kay Castleberry

Deborah "Debbie" Kay Castleberry

Apr 22, 2023

Deborah Kay Castleberry, 68, of Searcy went to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Unity Health Medical Center. She was born December 21, 1954, in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Randall and Wanda (Fuller) Henry.

She was a member of Pine View Church of Christ. Deb loved shopping. She especially cherished spending time with her family. She...

James Bell

James Bell

Apr 21, 2023

James "Jamie" Ray Bell, 22, of Stuttgart, died Friday, April 21, 2023, in Searcy. He was born April 25, 2000, in Searcy.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Tonya and James Lottman; son, Kaiden Bell; fiancé, Summer Hamill; brothers, Titan Crump of Ward and Brock Bell (Kaylee) of Stuttgart; sister, Cloe Kirkendoll (Logan) of Jacksonville; his pawpaw,...

Gary C. Smith

Gary C. Smith

Apr 19, 2023

Gary C. Smith, 73, of Pangburn passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2023 at home. He was born September 16, 1949 in Pangburn to the late Thetus and Eva (Boles) Smith. He was a United States Army Veteran having served in Vietnam. Gary was a carpenter by trade and enjoyed making many things. His family was very important to him and...

Kinneth Truman Carter

Kinneth Truman Carter

Apr 12, 2023

Kinneth Truman Carter, 84, of Mt. Vernon, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Unity Health Hospital in Searcy. He was born October 7, 1938 in Rose Bud, Arkansas to the late Hershel Andrew Carter and Julia Tennesse (Bomar) Carter.

Kinneth enjoyed spending time with his family, watching Westerns and fishing. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.

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Amber Dawn Gibson

Amber Dawn Gibson

Apr 10, 2023

Amber Dawn Gibson, 41, of Searcy, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023 at home. She was born September 3, 1981 in Bitburg, Germany to Barry Gibson and the late Sandra (Holt) Gibson.

She is survived by her significant other, Brandon Shourd; daughter, Alexis Reynolds; father, Barry Gibson; children, Preston Shourd, Jamison Shourd, Danny Hill, Faith Doughty, and Hope Ford;...

Patricia "Pat" Dale Langford

Patricia "Pat" Dale Langford

Apr 10, 2023

On Monday, April 10, 2023, Patricia “Pat” Dale Langford, 62, was welcomed into the arms of the Lord. She peacefully passed away surrounded by her loved ones at her home in Searcy after a long battle with cancer.

 

Pat was born on June 9, 1960, in Newnan, Georgia, to her late parents Cordell and Robert Creel. She spent most...

Terry Lynn Allison

Terry Lynn Allison

Apr 8, 2023

Terry Lynn Allison, 63, of Searcy passed away Saturday, April 8th at his home. He was born September 20, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri to Charlene Allison and the late Edward Allison.

Terry was the life of the party. He was super funny. Terry loved music. He played both the guitar and drums. He also enjoyed fishing and motorcycles. Terry...

Ruthie Marie Foster

Ruthie Marie Foster

Apr 7, 2023

Ruthie Marie Foster, 80, of Higginson, passed away Friday, April 7, 2023 at home. She was born April 27, 1942 in Dewitt, Arkansas to the late Early Harvest Kidd and Polly Marie (Brown) Kidd. Ruthie was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed cooking and fishing. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy.

She is survived by her husband, Johnny...

Billy Don Kendrick

Billy Don Kendrick

Apr 4, 2023

Billy Don Kendrick, 86, of Searcy, passed away at home on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. He was born February 17, 1937 in Atkins, Arkansas to the late Raymond and Ada Ruth (Robinson) Kendrick. He was a long-time farmer and member of the Frist Assembly of God.

He is survived by his son, Robert Kendrick and wife Denise; daughter, Karen...

Charles Hugh Weir

Charles Hugh Weir

Mar 28, 2023

Charles Hugh Weir, 90, of Searcy, passed away, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Unity Health Hospital in Searcy. He was born December 11, 1932 in McRae, Arkansas to the late Thurman Lee and Mattie Mae (Harrison) Weir. Charles was a Korean War Veteran having served in the United States Army. He retired from Sears in 1997; during his 40-year employment...

ROMMIE DAVENPORT

ROMMIE DAVENPORT

Mar 21, 2023

Rommie E. Davenport, 86, of Judsonia passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at The Springs of Searcy. He was born January 23, 1937 in Sheridan, Arkansas to the late Grover and Grace (Davis) Davenport.

Rommie was the Physical Plant Director for ASU Beebe during his working years, however during his retirement he loved working on the cattle farm with...

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