Obituaries
Brenda Sue Greer
Nov 22, 2020
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...
Carol Louise Brown
Nov 15, 2020
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,...

Mary Alkire
Nov 14, 2020
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.
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Jean M. Vest
Nov 10, 2020
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...
Annie Lil'Bit Haley
Nov 7, 2020
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...
Billy Joe Benton
Nov 5, 2020
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 L. Boggan
Oct 31, 2020
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...
Kenneth C. Cook
Oct 17, 2020
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...
Richard M Waite
Oct 9, 2020
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...
Dewey W. Sloan
Oct 4, 2020
Dewey Willard Sloan, 78, passed away October 4, 2020. He was born in Garner, Arkansas to the late Mut and May Sloan on March 30, 1942.
Dewey enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening, but his greatest joy was attending church and serving the Lord. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by all who...
William A. Anderson
Sep 30, 2020
William Arvil Webster Anderson, 96, of Romance went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, September 30th at his home. He was born November 23, 1923 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late George and Lillie (Rosa) Anderson.
William was a United States Navy Veteran having served honorably during WWII. He was a Missionary Baptist Minister having surrendered to the...
Letha Reynolds
Sep 30, 2020
Letha Reynolds, was born July 25, 1925 and passed away on September 30, 2020 at the age of 95. She was born in Clyde, Texas to Melvin and Mary Ollie Young. She grew up in Canton, Texas and graduated from High School in 1942. Later that year her brother introduced her to Tom Reynolds. They wanted to get married but...
Thomas E. McDonald
Sep 20, 2020
Thomas Elzy McDonald, 90 of Bald Knob passed away September 20, 2020. Born December 13, 1929 to Evet and Myrtle McDonald. Tom was a retired trucker driver. He loved to garden, raise hogs, travel, and tell stories of times past and present. He was beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
He married Laverne Hilton on November 6, 1948 in Kensett, AR....
Brenda Joyce Weidner
Sep 16, 2020
Brenda Joyce Weidner, 71, of Romance passed away on September 16, 2020. She was born on October 13, 1948 to her parents Grady Langley and Annie Mae Latture.
She is survived by her husband Gerry Weidner, one son Eddy Weidner, and one brother, Ricky (Goob) Langley and four grandkids, Hannah Weidner, Madyson Weidner, Brayden Weidner, and Raena Mae Weidner,...
Dewey Lee Townsend
Sep 16, 2020
Dewey Lee Townsend, 71, of Searcy went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 after a long hospital stay from complications of back surgery. He was born September 28, 1948 to J.D. and Eloise (Moffitt) Townsend.
Dewey was a United States Army Veteran. Having served in Vietnam in 1970 as part of the 101 Airborne Division. He...
Frances Virginia "Jenny" Hayes
Sep 13, 2020
Frances Virginia “Jenny” Hayes, 85, of Searcy went to be with the Lord, Sunday, September 13, 2020 at her home. She was born March 17, 1935 in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late Jessie and Grace (Gibson) Loyd.
Jenny as she was affectionately known, was a caregiver. Always taking care of others. She loved the Lord and her church. She...
Danny McKay Townsend
Sep 13, 2020
Danny McKay Townsend, 67 of Rose Bud, AR was born on July 18, 1953 and passed away September 13, 2020.
Danny was a great hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed passing down his skills and knowledge to his family, friends and especially to his nephews. Every year, he and Debbie, would plant a large vegetable garden. He was a proud...
Nancy Pearl Kidd
Sep 11, 2020
Nancy Pearl Ditto Kidd, 78, of Kensett, Ark, lovingly known as “Nanny” to many, left this world to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 11, 2020. Nancy was born in Georgetown, Arkansas on November 11, 1941 to the late Willie and Catherine Turner Ditto. She was a member of the Georgetown Church of God of Prophecy. ...
Albert Smith
Sep 10, 2020
Albert Smith, Sr. (also known as Spike and Bub) was born to the late Harold and Bernice Cowan Smith on March 20, 1939 in McRae, Arkansas. He was the eldest son and patriarch of the family. Albert was always wise beyond his years. He left the home place at the age of 15 in order to work and help care...
Alma Gean Black
Sep 7, 2020
Alma Gean (Williams) Black, 95, went home to be with her Lord on September 7, 2020 peacefully in her home. She was born December 2, 1924 to Burl Alcy Crawford Williams and Lula Jane (Groves) Williams and was the youngest of 9 children. She is survived by two daughters Wynette Hughes and husband Edwin Hughes of Letona where she had...