Obituaries
Craig Brown
Jan 17, 2021
Cletus Craig Brown, 50, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021. He was born on January 14, 1971 in Searcy, Arkansas to Cletus and Vangalee (Henderson) Brown.
Left to cherish his memory is his mother; Vangalee Brown, two sisters; Lisa Harp and Jake Owens of Beebe, Phylis Denise Lawson (Jon) of Pangburn, two nephews; Jason Harp and Branson Lawson, one...
Keith Hess
Jan 9, 2021
Keith Edwin Hess, 56, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born on December 6, 1964 in Wynne, Arkansas to the Rudolph and Laverne Hess.
Keith was a member of St. James Catholic Church as well as the Knights of Columbus for 38 years. Keith enjoyed listening to music. He also loved playing Santa for kids at...
Mary Lou LaFerney
Jan 7, 2021
Mary Lou LaFerney, 84, of Searcy, AR, went home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on January 7, 2021. She was a kind and beautiful lady who did anything she wanted to do with joy and a zest for life for most of those wonderful 84 years.
Mary Lou was born on April 25, 1936 in Highland Park, MI...
Paul E. Diemer
Jan 7, 2021
Paul E. Diemer, 60, of Searcy went to be with the Lord, Thursday, January 7th. He was born on March 20, 1960 in Brinkley, Arkansas to the late Leonard and Shirley (Price) Diemer.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Amanda Johnson Diemer; two sons, Zack Diemer (Amber) of Vilonia, and Evan Johnson of Searcy; three brothers, Leonard...
Donna Reed Young
Jan 6, 2021
Donna Reed Young
July 3, 1957 – January 6, 2021
Our beloved Donna Reed Young, affectionately known as “Sweetie,” was born on July 3, 1957, to LaDonna Young Clay and the late David Lee Bowman. She was preceded in death by her adopted parents, Jimmie Reed and Julian Sinclair Young Sr.
Our Heavenly Father saw fit to present Donna with...
Boyd "Buddy" Havener
Jan 4, 2021
Boyd Harrell “Buddy” Havener, 75, went to be with his Lord on Monday, January 4, 2021. He was born in Clarendon, Arkansas to the late Boyd and Belle Havener on July 26, 1945.
Buddy was a member of Westview Missionary Baptist Church and was a previous member of Pioneer Missionary Baptist Church for 44 years. Buddy served his country...
Dortha Mae Brown
Dec 19, 2020
Dortha Mae Brown, 90, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. She was born on October 20, 1930 in Lepanto, Arkansas to the late Willie and Maudie (Perkins) Cockrell.
Dortha was a hard worker and known as a people person. She enjoyed dancing and would go three or four times a week. Dortha loved her grandchildren. She was a member...
Dora E. Hughes
Dec 15, 2020
Dora Elizabeth Hughes
Dora Elizabeth Hughes of Higginson, AR passed away peacefully with family by her side on December 15th, 2020 at the age of 79. Born on September 7th, 1941, she was the youngest of four children born to Charlie & Ethel Moore in Searcy, AR.
She was preceded in death by brothers Lester and David and is survived...
Bennie M. Caldwell
Dec 10, 2020
Bennie M. Caldwell passed from this life December 10, 2020. He was born September 2, 1935 in Beebe, Arkansas to Chandler and Maudie (Barnett) Caldwell.
Bennie is preceded in death by his wife; Carlene Caldwell, one son; Bennie Caldwell Jr., two brothers; Bill and Bob Caldwell, and his parents.
Left to cherish his memory is one son; Billy...
Charlotte L. Hughes
Dec 7, 2020
Charlotte Lynn (Rhodes) Hughes, 71, of Searcy went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 7th after a 3-year battle with cancer. She was born October 10, 1949 in Searcy, Arkansas to Raymond and Retha (Wooten) Rhodes.
Charlotte was devoted to her career of 30 years as a local beautician. Following she retired from Searcy Public Schools after...
Dorothy Elaine Palmer
Dec 7, 2020
Dorothy Elaine Palmer, 76, of Kensett passed away Monday, December 7th at Unity Health Medical Center. She was born January 9, 1944 in McRae, Arkansas to the late Arbie and Otie Harrison.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Wade Dean Palmer; four sons, Franklin, Wayne, Steven Heathscott, and Douglas Burnett; one stepson, Brandon Palmer; and one brother, J.I....
Ruby A. Self
Dec 6, 2020
Ruby Arlena Self, 74, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020. She was born on January 13, 1946 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Kermit and Roxie (Smaley) Hilton.
Ruby was a people person and enjoyed being around others. She worked and retired from Wal Mart management after 30 plus years. After her retirement, she volunteered her time at Unity...
Sharon A. Brackenridge
Dec 6, 2020
Sharon Annette (Tippy) Brackenridge, 63, of Searcy went to be with the Lord, Sunday, December 6th at Advanced Care Hospital. She was born August 19, 1957 in St. Joe, Michigan to the late William Tippy and Mary (Tippy) Jackson.
Sharon was a Christian. She loved the Lord with all her heart. Sharon was member of Revival Church. She loved playing...
Rufus R English
Nov 25, 2020
Rufus Randall English, 77, passed away Wednesday, November 25th 2020. He was born in Sidon, Arkansas on August 2, 1943 to the late Frank and Mildred (Danks) English.
Rufus served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He loved to tell stories, sing karaoke, and visit with his family and friends.
He is survived by his children, Natalie...
Doyle Leon Carter
Nov 22, 2020
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...
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...
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