Obituaries
Gearl D. Gosha
Jul 7, 2020
Gearl D. Gosha, 57, of Judsonia passed away Tuesday, July 7th at Unity Health Medical Center. He was born August 24, 1962 in Mariana, Arkansas.
Gearl loved being outdoors whether that be hunting, fishing, or camping, it didn’t matter. He loved to get up early and watch the sunrise from his deer stand. He was a hard-working man who loved...
Mary Beth Jackson
Jun 30, 2020
Mary Beth Jackson, died of Pulmonary Fibrosis Tuesday at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in
Little Rock. She was 62 years old.
Mrs. Jackson, who had enjoyed robust good health nearly all her life, began being
treated for Pulmonary Fibrosis in early February while continuing to enjoy her family
and friends.
She was only 30, when she was elected...
Helen Louise Sparks
Jun 30, 2020
Helen Louise Sparks, 86, of Romance, AR passed away June 30, 2020. She was born February 17, 1934 to Alvie and Lizzie (Oliver) Harper.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother; Harvey Harper, an infant son, infant granddaughter, and a great-grandson, ex-husband, and father of her children; Fred Sparks; two son in-laws, Tom Atkin, and Clay...
Kelvin McEuen Turner
Jun 29, 2020
Kelvin “Kelbo” Turner, 66, of Searcy, Arkansas left his earthly life on June 29, 2020. He was born on April 24, 1954 in Searcy, Arkansas to Joel and Ruby Turner. Kelbo accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age. He was a member of Christ Temple Holiness Church in Searcy, Arkansas.
Kelbo attended the White County Training School....
Fern Dillin
Jun 20, 2020
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Unity Health in Searcy, Arkansas at the age of 86 years old. Cleota “Fern” Goza Dillin was born in Swifton, Arkansas on December 23, 1933, to the late Cletos and Hemma Golden Goza.
Fern professed a faith in Jesus...
Mary Lillian Herekamp
Jun 20, 2020
Mary Lillian Herekamp, 80, of Searcy passed away Saturday, June 20th at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock. She was born October 21, 1939 in Searcy to the late J.D. and Elvie Brandon.
Mary was a strong Christian woman that loved the Lord with all her heart. She was a very loving mother and Nana. She had several jobs in...
Manuel Ford
Jun 19, 2020
Mr. Earl Manuel Ford of Searcy was called home on June 19, 2020, at the age of 81.
Manuel was born to the late Earl Marven Ford and Gladys (Holland) Ford on October 10, 1938, in Balch, Arkansas and was the beloved husband of Janet (McKinnon) Ford for 59 ½ years, marrying on February 19, 1959.
Manuel provided 56 years...
Rosemary D Harris
Jun 19, 2020
Rosemary D. Harris, 90, of Searcy passed away Friday, June 19th at The Crossing at Riverside. She was born January 4, 1930 in Davenport, Iowa to the late Lyle and Margaret Flathers.
Rosemary was a very active member of the Church of Christ. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed.
Left...
David Michael Steward
Jun 18, 2020
David Michael Steward, passed from this life to his eternal home on June 18, 2020. Born August 12, 1951 to Charles Leon and Mary Alice (Ivy) Steward.
Preceding him in death were his parents and two brothers; Larry Steward and Tommy Steward. Leaving one sister Anita (Steward) Roberson (Bobby Ray) of Searcy. Two brothers Don Steward (Barbara) also of...
Shirley Ann Phillips
Jun 1, 2020
Ms. Shirley Ann Hughes Phillips, 78, of Whiteville formerly of Searcy, Arkansas, died Monday, June 1, 2020. She was born January 18, 1942, the daughter of the late Ulysses Mirandus Hughes and Ruby Calhoun Hughes.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, George W. Phillips; grandson, Steven Phillips; granddaughter, Crystal Phillips; parents; sister, Paulette Southerland.
She is...
Robert Joseph Barnes
May 29, 2020
Robert Joseph Barnes, 70, passed away peacefully Friday, May 29, 2020. He was born on May 23, 1950 to the late Preston and Elbertha Barnes in Heber Springs, Arkansas.
Lewis Dale Webb
May 24, 2020
Lewis Dale Webb, 80, passed away on Sunday May 24, 2020. He was born to the late Harless and Mary (Griggs) Webb on August 4, 1939 in Rose Bud, Arkansas.
Left to cherish is memory is his friend and caregiver Amanda Anslemi and a host of friends and caregivers at Searcy Health Care.
In addition to his parents...
Mary Faith Bishop
May 23, 2020
Mary “Mammie” (Keen) Bishop, 88, of Judsonia, Arkansas entered into rest on Saturday May 23, 2020 at home surrounded by family. Mary enjoyed being with family and friends. She enjoyed taking pictures and reminiscing about the “Good Ole Days”. Mary was a long time member of the Ellen Moore United Methodist Church in Fairfield, Illinois.
Mary was preceded in death...
J.C. Holleman
May 14, 2020
Jessie Columbus “J.C.” Holleman
Age 83, of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020. He was born on April 30, 1937 to H.E. “Jack” and Odell Holleman at Rose Bud, Arkansas. He was married to Shirley Cofer on December 8, 1956, and they shared 50 wonderful years together until her passing. J.C. retired as a special machinist from...
Phyllis Darlene Behrens
May 11, 2020
Phyllis Darlene Behrens, 84, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020. She was born in Pekin, Illinois on March 27, 1936.
Phyllis was a member of Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Searcy, Arkansas. She retired from ITT Higbie. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Left to cherish her memory are her four sons; Mark...
Charles B. Deen
May 7, 2020
Charles B. Deen, 91, of Searcy died Thursday, May 7th. He was born November 25, 1928 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Thurman and Ruth Deen.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Steve Deen (Angela), Craig Deen, and Sandra Conder (Barry) all of Searcy; four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife,...
Billy Joe Taylor
Apr 2, 2020
Billy Joe Taylor, 81, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, April 2, 2020. He was born to the late Bevley Chester and Sylvia (Conner) Taylor in Crossville, Illinois on December 1, 1938.
Bill enjoyed many hobbies including woodworking, fishing, and gardening. Bill dedicated his life to his faith and particularly studying and teaching the Bible. He was...
Lloyd C Crockett
Mar 13, 2020
Lloyd Crockett, 97, of Rose Bud was a WWII Navy Veteran passed into Heaven, Friday, March 13, 2020. He was born October 12, 1922 in Rose Bud, Arkansas to the late Leonard and Janie (Johnson) Crockett.
He was a member of Mt. Bethel FWB Church. He was retired from International Shoe Factory and White County Hospital.
Left to cherish his...
Richard Larry Scott
Feb 23, 2020
Richard Larry Scott, 78, of Judsonia passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020. He was born January 4, 1942 in Holland, Missouri to Richard and Velma Scott.
He was the owner of Scotty’s Produce in Judsonia for many years. He attended Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Judsonia.
Left to cherish his memory is his sons, Kevin Scott of Paragould, Arkansas, Kenny...
Mark Edward Smithey
Feb 23, 2020
Mark Edward Smithey, 52, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020. Mark was born in Searcy, Arkansas on January 22, 1968 to Carl and Thurley (Jones) Smithey.
Mark loved hunting, fishing, riding four wheelers, piddling in the shop and racing (especially the 85 square body affectionately known “Anita’s Nemesis”). Mark enjoyed socializing and had an open shop door policy. Family...
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