All Obituaries

Brenda Greer, 71, of Searcy passed away from this life, Sunday, November 22, 2020. She was born July 7, 1949 in Heber Springs, Arkansas to the late Clayton and Lonella (Garrison) Whitener. Brenda was an avid Pickleball player, scuba diver, landscaper, and educator. She obtained a double Masters in Elementary education and reading from Harding University. She taught school for over 30 years and at one time operated a landscaping company, “Mother Nature”. She was a loving mother,...

Doyle Carter, 82, of Searcy passed away Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Unity Health Medical Center. He was born June 26, 1938 in McCrory, Arkansas to the late Delmar and Louveenie Carter.   Doyle was a very loving, generous, kindhearted man. He retired from the United States Army. Doyle served his country with great pride. Doyle treasured his family. The family wants to express their appreciation to The Crossing for the excellent care given, the Nurses at Unity Health for their kindness...

Mary L. Alkire went to be with her Lord Saturday, November 14, 2020.  She was born March 17, 1938 in Glenn Allen, Mississippi to Allen and Catherine Mosley.   She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She leaves her husband Bob of 65 years, 2 sons; Robert (Diane), Steve (Jane), 1 grandson, 3 granddaughters, and 8 great-grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and 1 son.   There will be a memorial...

After 84 years living and giving to others, Carol Louise (Henderson) Brown arrived in Heaven to spend eternity with Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at her home surrounded by loved ones.   She was born on the family farm in Highland, Missouri September 12, 1936 to John and Helen Henderson   She married Adrain Louis Brown March 5, 1955. Perryville, Missouri was their home but due to Adrain’s job with the Missouri Pacific Railroad they have lived in Missouri and...

Annie “Lil’Bit” Haley, 57, of Pangburn passed away Saturday, November 7th at Advanced Care Hospital in Searcy. Annie was born April 22, 1963 in Hayti, Missouri.   Annie was a precious soul. She was generous, kind, and compassionate. A very vibrant light in the lives she touched. Annie love God, and truly cherished children. She often volunteered her time to help others. There is no possible way to know the extent of the lives Annie affected during her lifetime. Annie...

Jean Vest, 94, of Newport went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2020.  She was born on May 21, 1926 in Tuckerman, Arkansas to Joe and Freddie Meredith.   In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband; Jess Vest, 2 sons; Sam and Richard Vest, one sister, 3 brothers, 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.   She is survived by 1 son; Winford Vest, 1 daughter; Reba Holloway, 9 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and...

Billy Joe Benton, 83, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020.  He was born on December 28, 1936 in Floyd, Arkansas to the late Hugh and Lois (Davis) Benton.  

Linda Lee Boggan, 74, of Griffithville, AR passed away on October 31st peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones.  Linda was born on July 27, 1946 to Robert Lee and Lillie Mae (Brimer) Mulherin.   Linda loved her family more than anything.  She also had a gift of decorating and crafts which was always admired by everyone who saw it.  She loved to go to yard sales with her best friend, Suzie.  But her biggest passion was collecting arrow heads around the White...

Kenneth Cecil Cook, 89, of Searcy passed away at his his home on October 17, 2020 with his wife by his side.  He was born April 8, 1931 in Albion, Arkansas, the first born to Stella V. Ferren Cook and Cecil Z. Cook.   Kenneth enlisted in the Army November 14, 1949 and served in Company D, 16th Armored Engineer Battalion assigned to the 1st Armored Division in the Korean Conflict. After the Army, he was employed by Phillips 66, surveying for 4 years before returning to Searcy to...

Richard Martin Waite, 92, of Mt.Vernon, Arkansas formerly of Lisbon, Iowa passed away Friday, October 9, 2020 at Southridge Village in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Richard was born December 20, 1927 to Edward and Elizabeth (Cooper) Waite in Toledo, Iowa. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy (January 12, 1946) and served his country during the Korean War. He retired from Western Union as an electronic technician and moved to Higden, Arkansas (Greers-Ferry) because of his love for fishing. He was married...