Gene E. Leathers, Jr.

Mr. Gene E. Leathers, Jr., age 53, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Thursday, December 22, 2016, in Christus St. Michael Heath System in Texarkana, Texas.

He was born May 22, 1963, in De Queen. He was in the National Guard, a welder and a Baptist. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved his old classic country music.

Mr. Leathers was preceded in death by his mother, Fredia Joyce Young Leathers.

He is survived by his partner, Marie Thomas of Lockesburg; one son, Tripp Leathers of Lockesburg; two daughters, Bailey Clark of Lockesburg and Liberty Leathers, Ashdown; his father, Gene Leathers of Lockesburg; his step daughter, Ashley Ayers of Horatio; one brother and sister-in-law, Chuck and Pat Leathers of Lockesburg; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Tammy and Gene Vanhoose of Eagletown and Johnye and Patrick Fisher of De Queen; three grandchildren, Cody Clark and Dominic and Nolan Ayers; a number of nieces, nephews and host of friends.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 24, 2016, in the Wrights Chapel Cemetery with Buster Dellinger officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

Mrs. Evelyn Juanita Bearden

Mr. Darrell Chandler

Mr. James Darrell Chandler, age 66, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at his home.

He was born to James B. and Thelma Lawley Chandler in Sentinel, Oklahoma, on January 6, 1950. He worked for Weyerhaeuser for a total of 44 years, both at the Treating Plant, and on the D.& E.T.O.& E Railroad. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in De Queen, where he served as a deacon, and usher. He enjoyed working cows, fishing, hunting, but most of all, he cherished the time spent with family, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Mother.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Kay Cranford Chandler of Horatio, two sons, Mike and Sharon Chandler and Curtis and Tosha chandler all of Horatio, his father and step-mother, James B. and Ann Chandler of De Queen, three grandchildren MaKenzie chandler, Orey Chandler and Logan Chandler all of Horatio, one brother and sister-in-law, Ronny and Beverly Chandler of Little River Club, Arkansas, a sister and brother-in-0law, Linda and Sam Young of De Queen, Arkansas, and a number of nieces and nephews, as well as other family members.

Funeral Services for Mr. Darrell Chandler will be held at 10:00 A. M., on Saturday, December 24, 2016 in the First Assembly of God Church, De Queen, with Bro. Kent Irvan and Pastor Ray Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Center Cemetery, Horatio, with Doug Akin officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. Visitation will be on Friday, December 23, 2016 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Mr. Ralph Fisk

Mr. Ralph Monroe Fisk, age 79, a resident of De Queen, died Tuesday, December 20, 2016 in a Texarkana Hospital. He was born to David Ralph and Reathie Annalou Cross Fisk, in Lockesburg, Arkansas, on January 19, 1937. He was a retired truck driver and was leased to Fikes Truck Line. He was a Free Holiness and attended Old Time Gospel Church, and First Assembly of God. He enjoyed gardening, traveling, yard work, and cherished the time spent with family. He was an animal lover, especially his dog, Coco.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Wade Fisk, Lucille Liggon, Nelson Fisk, Elson Fisk, and Betty Porter, and his wife of 56 years, Margie Morris Fisk in 2013

He is survived by two sons, Wayne and Diann Fisk of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Dale and Lisa Fisk of Lockesburg, one daughter, Wanda and Roy Stover of De Queen, five grandchildren, Brad Fisk and Tonya Runnels both of Little Rock, Ashlee Fisk of Lockesburg, Derek and his wife Tiffany Sullivan of Grannis, Logan Fisk of Lockesburg, two great-grandchildren, Parker Sullivan and Mia Sullivan, one brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Doris Fisk of Dierks, and Maude Burris of Gillham, a sister-in-law, Patsy Hearn of De Queen, and a brother-in-law, Herbert Porter of Amity, Arkansas, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Ralph Fisk will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 23, 2016 in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jerrel Helms and Bro. Ray Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Ida Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. Visitation will be on Thursday, December 22, 2016, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com. The family will be at the Ralph Fisk home.
 

Mrs. Bea Dolph

Mrs. Frances Bernice "Bea" Wolf McLarty Dolph, age 92, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Monday, December 19, 2016 in De Queen.

She was born to Benjamin Lewis and Edith "Mackie" Clark Wolf in Blossom, Texas, on April 11, 1024. She worked as a carpenter and in the restaurant industry. She was a member of the De Queen Church of Christ, and enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling, but most of all, she cherished the time spent with family. She was an amazing quilter, which she shared with all of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Houston Wolf and Preston Wolf, a son-in-law, Jerry Jones and her husband, Page Dolph.

She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Glenda and Lyde Williams of De Queen, and Janice Jones of Atlanta, Texas, Betty and Randy McCain of Shreveport, Louisiana, and Martee Guess of Bossier City, Louisiana, seven grandchildren, Teresa and her husband, Rodger Neeley of De Queen, Chrystie and her husband Brian Walthour of De Queen, Tracy and his wife, Jenna Jones of Haughton, Louisiana, Patricia Jones of Wyoming, Lindsey Molloy, Erin Fegley of Bossier City, Louisiana, and Jennifer McCain of Washington State, 12 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Ethel Waldon of de Queen and Kathryn Gentry of Wickes, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Bea Dolph will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 21st in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Benjamin Neeley officiating. Burial will follow in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P. M., Tuesday, December 20th at Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com

Mr. Franklin Lawrence Irvan

Mr. Franklin Lawrence Irvan, age 67, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Monday, December 19, 2016 at his home.

He was born to Henry Stewart and Jennie Mae Bishop Irvan in De Queen, Arkansas, on November 3, 1949. He was an employee of Kenco Plastics, Inc, where he was a supervisor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, was an avid Razorback Fan, and a Democrat.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Franklin David Irvan, and a brother, C. L. Irvan.

He is survived by his wife, Debra Jeanette Irvan of Horatio, four daughters and sons-in-law, Misty Laverne and Francis Bruce Westebee of Franklin, Tennessee, Coty Maria and Kevin Lane Langlois of De Queen, Hillarie Lynn Irvan of Howe, Oklahoma, and Mandy Cobb of Spiro, Oklahoma, a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Norton Wells of Prosper, Texas, eleven grandchildren, Kelli and Justin Bevis, Alexandria Owens, Christopher and Amy Wolcott, Dylan and Laken Langlois, Alissa Owens, Shayla McGlathery, Junior Cobb, D’Angelo Cobb, Miyah Cobb, Ryon Janway, and Samuel Janway, ten great-grandchildren, Dixie Bevis Kenslea Owens, Texana Bevis, Carson Wolcott, Abigail Wolcott, Lily Bevis, Mason Bevis, Madeline Wolcott, and Maxton Langlois, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, December 22 in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Glen Harold Cannon

Mr. Glen Harold Cannon, age 77, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Sunday, December 18, 2016, in De Queen.

He was born February 5, 1939 in De Queen. He was a truck driver, a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of the Old Union Missionary Baptist Church in Lockesburg.

Mr. Cannon was preceded in death by his parents, Perry and Dora Lee Snow Cannon; one Son, Perry Don Cannon; one daughter, Kimberly Cannon; one sister, Perrylene Sneed and one grandson, Joshua Cannon.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Long Cannon of Lockesburg; two daughters, Becky Liggin of Lockesburg and Debbie Mullins of Atlanta, Georgia; three sons, Harold Cannon of Antlers, Oklahoma, Ricky Cannon of De Queen and Chris Cannon of Hatfield, Arkansas; three step-sons, Keith Stacy, David Stacy and Toney Stacy all of Lockesburg; one step-daughter, Eadie Holt of Lockesburg; one brother, Charles Cannon of Hot Springs, Arkansas; one sister, Donnie Bradshaw of Horatio, Arkansas and a number of nieces and nephews.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 23, 2016, in the Oddfellows Cemetery with Rev. Wesley Blankenship officiating.

Cremation arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Mrs. Paula Kay Morris

Mrs. Paula Kay Morris, age 44, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Sunday, December 18, 2016, at her home. She was born to Ron and Phyllis Ellsworth Mills in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on June 29, 1972. She was a LPN, and worked for the Health Department, 7 years in Postal Service, 16 years at Poulan as well as a rancher. She was a member of the Horatio Church of Christ, and a First Responder for Central Fire Department. She enjoyed farming, raising cattle, especially orphan calves, helping children with show animals. Most of all, she cherished the time spent with family.

She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Morris of Horatio, two daughters, Kristen and her husband, Tyler Cribb of Horatio, Arkansas, and Autumn Tayler Pickett of Horatio, a step-daughter, Natasha and her husband Ned McCoy of Gillham, a step-son, James Tel Pickett of Springdale, Arkansas, her parents, Ron and Phyllis Mills of De Queen, two grandchildren, Keegan McCoy and Alexander McCoy both of Gillham, a brother and sister-in-law, Keith and Shawndel Mills of Piedmont, Oklahoma, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services for Mrs. Paula Morris will be held at 2:00 P.M., Friday, December 23, 2016, in the Chandler Funeral Chapel with Bobby Tatum officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Chandler Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Paula Morris Memorial Scholarship, c/o First State Bank, De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Mrs. Arlene Whitley

Mrs. Arlene Ladell Overturf Whitley, age 73, a resident of De Queen, died Saturday, December 17, 2016. She was born to Lester and Goldie Ward Overturf in Mineral, Arkansas, on January 15, 1943. She was retired as an insurance adjuster, as well as a homemaker. She enjoyed
Decorating, collecting antiques, sewing, crocheting, and needle work. Most of all, she cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her siblings, Helen Sue Davis, and Sterling Overturf.

She is survived by her husband of almost 56 years, Tim Whitley of De Queen, two sons and daughters-in-law, Tillmon T. Whitley, III and Veronica Whitley of Gillham, Michael Wayne and Genita Whitley of De Queen, a daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Frank Sellers of Texarkana, Texas, three grandchildren, Jeremy Whitley, Ryan Whitley and Alyssa Whitley, a brother and sister-in-law, Lester and Helen Overturf of Gillham, one sister, Wilma Smith of Joplin,
Missouri, a sister-in-law, Virginia Overturf of Baltimore, Maryland, and a number of nieces and nephews.

No services are planned. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Mrs. Eunice Faye Smith

Mrs. Eunice Faye Smith, age 90, a resident of Foreman, Arkansas, died Saturday, December 17, 2016 in Ashdown.

She was born December 30, 1925 in Foreman. She was a homemaker and a member of the Crossroads Baptist Church.Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Birdie Johnson Keller; and her husband, Lloyd Smith.

She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Marty and Sonja Smith of Foreman, Derrell and Linda Smith of Clovis, California and Lloyd, Jr. and Anne Smith of Eldorado, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Lisa Slater, Rick Smith, Erin Simmons, J.R. Smith, Kaitlyn Smith and Kaleb Smith; and four great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Smith will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 20, 2016 in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in De Queen with Gary Steiner officiating. Burial will follow in the Campground Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 19th at the funeral home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Mr. Jerry Lee Harold

Mr. Jerry Lee Harold, age 77, a resident of Gillham, Arkansas, joined the Lord on Thursday, December 15, 2016.

He was born to Dortha Slankard Harold and Kenneth Harold in Tucson, Arizona on January 6, 1939. He was an active member in the Gillham Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Silver Hill Mason Lodge in Gillham. He was in the Army Reserves as a tank commander for eight years. He raced modified cars in Tucson and winged cars in San Jose, California. He was the chief surveyor for the San Thomas Express Way and 101 Bypass in San Jose for nine years. He moved to Cove, Arkansas where he farmed cows and chickens for twenty years. He became the Gillham Lake water manager for twenty years. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Mr. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Michael Lee Harold, Sr.; one granddaughter, Robin Harold; and one brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Donna Harold.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gerrie May Turner Harold; one daughter, Terrie Harold of Hot Springs, Arkansas; one daughter-in-law, Janice Page Harold; four grandchildren, Michael and Cynthia Harold, Jr., Stephen and Erica Harold, Jessica and Jason Hibbs, and Jerry Trammell; nine great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and a large number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Harold will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 19, 2016, in the Overturf Cemetery with Mark Cloninger officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, December 18 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Overturf Cemetery.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mr. Gilbert Gailon Godwin

Mr. Gilbert Gailon Godwin, age 69, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Tuesday, December 13, 2016 in the Baptist Health Center, Little Rock, Arkansas.

He was born to Walter and Ella French Godwin in De Queen, Arkansas on January 20, 1947. Gailon was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served with the U. S. Army. He was a retired engineer for the D&E.T.O.&E Railroad, and was an active member of the Kern Heights Baptist Church. He was a Sevier County Library Board Member, a board member and president of the Mt. Ida Cemetery Board, and a Gideon. He enjoyed yard work, gardening, hunting, and carpentry projects.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Ronnie Godwin, and a sister, Sybil Staggs.

He is survived by his wife, Jamie Key Godwin of De Queen, a son, Kory Godwin of De Queen, two daughters, Carmen Johnson of Ashdown, and Candy Springer of Wake Village, Texas, three sisters and brothers-in-law, Peggy and Jay L. Jones of Wake Village, Texas, Shirley Staggs, and Judy and Tommy Moore all of De Queen, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Gailon Godwin will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 17th in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Jones and Pastor Jordan Hodges officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Ida Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. Visitation will be on Friday, December 16th from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Mrs. Emily Camillia Smith Proctor

Mrs. Emily Camillia Smith Proctor, age 89, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Saturday, December 10, 2016 at her granddaughter’s home.

She was born May 8, 1927 in Ben Lomond, Arkansas. She was a member of the Milford Union Church, former employee of Baker’s Store and a homemaker.

Mrs. Proctor was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Rollo and Mattie Ethel West Smith; her husband, Nolen Proctor; one daughter, Brenda Gail Baker; brothers and sister, Delton, Lucille, Annie, Donald, Wayne, Mary Lou, Dale and an infant brother Norman.

She is survived by, one granddaughter, Lavonna and her husband Robert Dale Wright; one grandson, Nolen Reece Baker and one son-in-law, Eddy Reece Baker all of Lockesburg; one great-granddaughter, Courtney Simpson of Texarkana and a great great-grandson, Landon.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Proctor will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 13, 2016, in the Belleville Cemetery near Lockesburg with Leon Conatser and Jeremy Jones officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Monday, December 12th at the funeral home.
 

Mrs. Barbara Johnson

Mrs. Barbra Ann Power Neal Johnson, age 77, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Saturday, December 10, 2016, at the home of her sister in De Queen, Arkansas.

She was born to Hayden Cortez and Jewel Atrell Teague Power in Calico Rock, Arkansas, on July 15, 1939. She was retired from the medical field, where she worked as a clerical accountant, as well as a homemaker. She was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church of Nashville, Arkansas, and enjoyed crafts, sewing, fishing, and cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren. She was an animal lover, especially her dog, Teddy Bear.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Jesse Power.

She is survived by the love of her life, Doyle Neal of Dierks, a son, Bobby and Vicky Neal of Dierks, a daughter and son-in-law, Donna Lea and Randy Childress of Little Rock, Arkansas, five grandchildren, Crystal Neal, Timothy and his wife, Jennifer Neal, Victor Neal, and Miranda and her husband, Randy Brown, and Megan Childress, eleven great-grandchildren, Garrett Vallee, Walker Vallee, Victoria Vallee, Lexie Neal, William Neal, Zane Walker, Mayleigh Brown, Brody Brown, Kim Richardson, Haylie Richardson, and Amy Richardson, a brother and sister-in-law, William and Jeannie Power of Dierks, two sisters and a brother-in-law, Lenda and Earl Williams of De Queen, and Glenda Allen of Dierks, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Barbra Johnson will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, December 12th in the Greens Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Bobby Neal officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Timothy Neal, Victor Neal, Randy Brown, Garrett Vallee, Walker Vallee, Zane Walker, Honorary Bearers will be William Neal and Brody Brown.

Mrs. Virginia Faye Holley

Junior Bailey

Mr. Junior F. Bailey, age 73, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Sunday, December 4, 2016, in Lockesburg, Arkansas.

Mr. Bailey was born June 7, 1943, in De Queen, Arkansas. He was retired from Pilgrim’s Pride.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Bertha Ayers Bailey.

Mr. Bailey is survived by his wife, Frances Rightmire Bailey; five sons, Lonnie Bailey of Horatio, Johnny Bailey of De Queen, Danny Bailey of Lockesburg, Billy Bailey and Steven Bailey of De Queen; sixteen grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Cremation arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Mrs. Anita Pyle

Mrs. Anita Gail Crews Schaefer Pyle, age 67, a resident of El Reno, Oklahoma, and former resident of Horatio, died Wednesday, November 30th in an Oklahoma City, Oklahoma hospital.

She was born to Gleason Wilson and Audrey Lois Nix Crews in Arkansas, on June 3, 1949. She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene, and was a retired secretary, as well as a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting, and spending time with family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Hubert Pyle.

She is survived by a son, Wesley Wayne Schaefer of San Marcus, Texas, three granddaughters, Brittney Schaefer of Nacogdoches, Texas, Lauryn Schaefer, and Kayla Marie Schaefer both of Houston, Texas, a brother and sister-in-law, Rick and Gail Crews of San Marcus, Texas, and a number of other family members.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Anita Pyle will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, December 3rd in the Old Center Cemetery, Horatio, Arkansas, with Bro. Sam Hendricks officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral home, De Queen, Arkansas. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Glenda Faye Kesterson Chandler

Glenda Faye Kesterson Chandler, age 67, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Friday, November 25, 2016 in Nashville, Arkansas after a courageous battle with ALS.

She was born April 26, 1949, in De Queen, Arkansas. She was a retired cafeteria worker at JoAnn Walters Elementary School for 37 years and a member of the Westside Church of Christ.

Mrs. Chandler was preceded in death by her parents, Johnson and Hester Mounts Kesterson and one brother, James Kesterson.

She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Donald Chandler; one daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and John Colbey of Dierks; three grandchildren, Cody and Kera Colbey, Colten Colbey and Cylie Colbey; one brother, Glenville Kesterson of Lockesburg, Arkansas and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mrs. Chandler will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, November 27, 2016, at Westside Church of Christ with Robert Peek and Jerry Mounts officiating. Burial will follow in the Fellowship Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in Dierks.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Saturday, November 26th at the funeral home in Dierks.
You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Mr. Roy Lynn Forrest, Sr.

Mr. Roy Lynn Forrest, Sr., age 59, a resident of Winthrop, Arkansas, died Friday, November 25, 2016 in Little River County.

He was born July 19, 1957, in De Queen. He was a logger, a member of the Winthrop Baptist Church and an avid hunter.

Mr. Forrest was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Marie Johnson Forrest; his father, Custer Lee Forrest; four brothers, Richard, Bobby, Jimmy and Sammy Forrest and four sisters, Nell Bean, Nancy Lambert, Susie Keeton and Linda Wilcox.

He is survived by his wife, Johnnie Lou Mears Forrest; one daughter, Glenda Denise Forrest; one son and daughter-in-law, Roy Lynn Forrest, Jr. and Monica Elane Forrest; four grandchildren, Autumn Kay Hofmann, Abbey Kayt Hofmann, Kylie Layne Forrest and Aiden Kristopher Forrest; two brothers, Steve Forrest and Donald Forrest;, special nephew, Richard Lee Forrest, special great-nephew, Matthew Forrest Lee and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. Forrest will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 28, 2016, in the Winthrop Baptist Church with Audie Dawson officiating. Burial will follow in the Campground Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 3:00-5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 27, 2016 at the funeral home.
You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mrs. Betty Dean Sanders Heath

Mrs. Betty Dean Sanders Heath, age 86, a resident of Foreman, Arkansas, died Saturday, November 26, 2016, in Ashdown, Arkansas.

She was born August 8, 1930, in Foreman, Arkansas. She was a homemaker and a member of Lighthouse Ministries in Forrest City, Arkansas. She enjoyed hunting, reading, cooking and working with her husband.

Mrs. Heath was preceded in death by her husband, James Heath; one daughter, Patricia Maynard; her father, Walter Sanders; her mother, Dovie Sharp Sanders; one grandson, Dennis Heath and one granddaughter, Gloria Heath.

She is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Gayle Heath of Forrest City, Arkansas, Buddy and Lucy Heath of Foreman, Arkansas and Mitch and Sue Heath of Hooks, Texas; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Dianna and Mike Schaefer of Laramie, Wyoming, Dedria and Gary Conway of Texarkana, Arkansas and Pam Shaffer of Sherwood, Arkansas; one brother,Gerald Sanders; nineteen grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Heath will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 28, 2016, at Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City, Arkansas with Bro. Dennis Colvin officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen, Arkansas.

The family will receive friends from 9:00-10:00 a.m., Monday, November 28th at Wilkerson Funeral Home De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mr. Joseph Fuller

Mr. Joseph Fuller, age 80, a resident of Gillham, Arkansas, died Friday, November 25, 2016 at his home.

He was born to Ernest F. and Clara Wolberton Fuller in Flint, Michigan, on February 18, 1936. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving with the U. S. Navy. He was a retired
aviation and auto mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Ernest, Frank, and Rex Fuller all of Michigan.

He is survived by a brother, Herb Fuller, two sisters, Dorothy and Frances all of Michigan. He is also survived by his favorite niece, Lucy Carrier of Michigan. Locally, he leaves behind his lifetime friend and "adopted” niece, Donna Moore Skinner of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and his special angel-caregiver and friend, Myra Higgins Buchanan of Gillham, Arkansas. Jerry Foster and Judy of De Queen and Forrest Tugman of Gillham were also great friends to him and lovingly helpful during his long illness. He came to love the wonderful team provided to him by Quachita Regional Hospice and they became a big part of his extended family during the last two years. In appreciation, we also list in his survivors those special angels, Sunni Tollett of Lockesburg, Phyllis Walker, Jocelyn Laxamana, and Sadie Whorton, all of Mena.

No services are scheduled. Cremation under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Sandra Lee Reese Smith

Sandra Lee Reese Smith, age 76, a resident of Winthrop, Arkansas, died Thursday, November 24, 2016, in Ashdown, Arkansas.

She was born June 14, 1940, in Yuma, Arizona. She was a member of the Horatio Church of Christ a homemaker and rancher.

Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mildred Reese; one brother, George Reese, Jr. and her in-laws, Roland and Muriel Smith, Gene Cobb and Carlos Joe Smith.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Scotty Smith; three children, Michael Roland Smith, Terry and (Lisa) Smith and Ginger and (Trevor) Young; her siblings, Carol Cobb, Barbara and (Charlie) Kissinger, and Buddy and (Bobbi) Reese; her in-laws, Ken and Betty Smith and Leeann Smith; the pride of her life, her grandchildren, Lexie and (Jacob) Skinner, Kaitlyn and (Drew) Werner, Caleb Smith, Ty Young, Kelsey Smith, Treyce Young and Parker Smith; two great-grandchildren, Weston and Graham and a number of nieces and nephews and many wonderful patrons and staff at Little River Nursing and Rehab.

Funeral services for Mrs. Smith will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 26, 2016, in Horatio Church of Christ with Virgil Romine and Bobby Tatum officiating. Burial will follow in Campground Cemetery in Winthrop, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m., Friday, November 25th at the home of Ginger and Trevor Young in Winthrop.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mr. Richard Lee Hill

Mr. Richard Lee Hill, age 61, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Monday, November 21, 2016 in the De Queen Medical Center.

He was born to R. C. and Dixie Ray Waldon Hill in De Queen, Arkansas, on September 3, 1955. He was self employed in grounds and landscaping. He attended Lewis Temple Church of God in Christ, and enjoyed fishing and motorcycles.

He was preceded in death by his father, his grandparents, Savannah and B. J. Waldon, and Lina Moore, three infant siblings, and a nephew, Mark King.

He is survived by his mother, Dixie Hill of De Queen, a son, Dustin Hill of De Queen, a daughter, Teresa Jordan of De Queen three grandchildren, Maurice Moore, Dominick Moore, Vanity Jordan all of De Queen, two great-grandchildren, Jairo Paredes and Angeliah Paredes both of De Queen, three brothers, Bobby Hill, Steve Hill, and Clifford Hill all of De Queen, five sisters and a brother-in-law, Carolyn Ann Young, Sequtia Hill, and Teresea Hill all of De Queen, Charlotte Cubit of Springdale, Arkansas, and Hazel and Leroy Swift of Ozan, Arkansas, an aunt and uncle, Kathern and Charlie Jordan of De Queen, special friends, T. O. Knox, Samuel Shaw, and Allen Avery all of De Queen, and a number of nieces and nephews, other family members and a host of friends.

Funeral Services for Mr. Richard Hill will be 3:00 P.M., Sunday, November 27th in the Lewis Temple Church of God in Christ with Rev. E. A. Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in the Sand Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

 

Mrs. Lovena Roberta Gilbert

Mrs. Lovena Roberta Gilbert, age 86, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Monday, November 21, 2016, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

She was born April 13, 1930, in Newhope, Arkansas. She was a homemaker and a member of the Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church.

Mrs. Gilbert was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Dessie Greenhaw Young; her husband, Felix F. “Fec” Gilbert, Jr.; one son, Felix W. Gilbert, Sr.; and one brother, Sherman Young.

She is survived one son and daughter-in-law, Marvin and Cathy Gilbert of Dierks; two daughters and sons-in-law, Loretta and Truman Hill of Newhope, Arkansas and Cindy and Tim Harding of Nashville, Arkansas; one daughter-in-law, Kay Gilbert of Dierks; one brother and sister-in-law, David E. and Patsy Young of Dierks; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Wanda Crago of Huntington, Indiana and Dorothy and Dennis Hausman of Nashville; her grandchildren and their spouses, Jo Ann and Marty Mahan, Felix W. Gilbert, Jr. and Tonya Gilbert, Chanc Gilbert, Becky and Randy Goudeau, Alex and Bethany Hill, Shanna and Todd Mounts, Lindsey and Michael Stokes, Shaye and Sydney Gilbert and chosen grandson, Jordan Harding; her great-grandchildren, Justin Gilbert, Zack Gilbert, Tasha King, Samantha Fink, Hannah Ellis, Jordan Mahan, Matthew Mahan, Joseph Mahan, Joey Gilbert, Alyssa Goudeau, Paul Goudeau, Victoria Goudeau, Hannah Goudeau, Abigail Hill, MaKayla Hill, Olivia Hill, Stratton Hill, Kason Mounts, Karter Mounts, Adi Mounts, Eli Gilbert, Trey Gilbert and four great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Gilbert will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 23, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in Dierks with Calvin Parker and J. W. Gilbert officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to the Mt. Carmel Cemetery Fund, c/o Brenda Ward, P.O. Box 136, Dierks, AR 71833.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Odis Allan Bush

Odis Allan Bush, age 82, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2016. Odis, the youngest child of the late Richard and Pearl Bush, was born February 6, 1934, in Sedan, New Mexico. He was a member of the Church of Christ.

Odis is survived by his wife, Nancy Marilyn Bush and daughter Mary Lynnette Jones (Gale Smith) of HSV, sons Allan Bush (Martha) of De Queen, and Erwin Bush (Vicki) of Barling, grandchildren Jason Bush (Bekki) of De Queen, Ryan Bush (Tiffany) of Barling, Lanye Bush of Fayetteville, Tory Bush of Van Buren, Jennifer Burroughs of Jacksonville and Ethan Brocato of Hot Springs, Kim Cole of HSV and Tim Smith of Little Rock. He was predeceased by a daughter, Deborah Brocato and son-in-law Vince, and five brothers and two sisters. Odis is also survived by twelve great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and a host of buddies and good friends.

Odis was a retired truck driver, fleet owner and farmer. He loved his gardening, working in the yard, maintaining the home place, deer hunting and visiting with family and friends. He never met a stranger and was always quick with the jokes. He was a kind and gentle man with family, friends, and strangers.

Memorial Service will be held at CedarVale Funeral Home, 200 Minorca Road, Hot Springs Village, AR. at 10:00 AM, Saturday December 3, officiated by Rev. Teddy Frye.

Online condolences can be made at www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com

Betty Rose Bush Lisenby

Betty Rose Bush Lisenby, age 81, a resident of Crossroads, Arkansas, died Saturday, November 19, 2016 in Texarkana, Texas.

She was born August 30, 1935 in Winthrop, Arkansas. She was a homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother, and a member of the King Ryder Church of Christ.

Mrs. Lisenby was preceded in death by her parents, Bert Jackson and Gertrue Mathelma Anderson Bush.

She is survived by her husband, James T. Lisenby of Crossroads; three daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Kerry Pinkham of New Boston, Texas, ReNeé and Stephen Boeckman of Prescott, Arkansas and Elizabeth and Jason Brinkley of Crossroads, Arkansas; one son and daughter-in-law, Joe Randall and Pamela Lisenby of Crossroads; one brother, Joe Bush of Lockesburg, Arkansas; one sister, Jama Cox of Bigalow, Arkansas; 7 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Lisenby will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2016 in the Campground Cemetery with James McRae, minister officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Cheryl Lynn Burcham

Cheryl Lynn Burcham, age 57, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Wednesday, November 16, 2016 in Christus St. Michael Health System in Texarkana, Texas.

She was born November 28, 1958 in Dallas, Texas. She was a Librarian for Howard County Public Library, was a member of the Pleasant Hill Church and a U.S. Airforce veteran and U.S. Airforce reserve. Cheryl was a talented person; she enjoyed reading, sewing, crocheting and her dogs. She was involved with summer reading programs that worked with children.

Mrs. Burcham was preceded in death by her parents, Paul S. Davignon, Sr. and Betty J. White Davignon; one brother, Michael Wayne.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Jason Trezza of Wichita Falls, Texas; one son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Kayse Norris of Ward, Arkansas; one sister and brother-in-law, Linda K. and David Steward of Lockesburg; one brother and sister-in-law, Paul S. Davignon, Jr. and Cynthia of Provo, Arkansas; nine grandchildren, Alivia, Everett, Nixon, Scarlett, Taylor, DeLaney, Tommy, Allie and Lexie.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Old Union Cemetery with Bro. James Gathright officiating.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mr. Carlos Joe Smith

Mr. Carlos Joe Smith, age 63, passed away at Wadley Regional Medical Center in Texarkana, Texas. Mr. Smith was born in Ashdown, Arkansas, on January 27, 1953, to Rufus Roland Smith and Catie Lee Muriel Scott Smith.

Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents, and an older brother, Michael Smith.

Surviving Mr. Smith are: his wife, Leeann Hames Smith; two daughters and sons-in-law: Starla and Mark Morgan of Bentonville, Arkansas; and Melissa Smith-Grantham and Joseph Grantham of Conway, Arkansas; seven grandchildren: Austin, Colton, Brooklyn, Nora, Ledger, and Lyric Morgan; and Koen Grantham; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Scotty and Sandy Smith, and Kenny and Betty Smith of Winthrop, Arkansas; five nieces and nephews: Michael Roland Smith, Terry Smith, Ginger Smith Young, Jay Smith, and Brooks Smith.

Mr. Smith was a farmer, supervisor at Cadence Environmental Industries, former off shore welder in Grand Isle, Louisiana, middle school teacher at New Boston Middle School, high school teacher at Saratoga High School, and college professor at the Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas. He loved The Lord, his family, friends, fishing, and he lived every day to be productive at making and accomplishing something. His grandchildren were a joy in his life and he cherished spending time with them and encouraging their mischievous ways, often to the dismay of their mothers. Mr. Smith was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Crossroads and when he did not attend church, he listened to God’s word from First Baptist Church of Texarkana at Moore’s Lane.

Constantly creating things, Mr. Smith loved crafting knives, flashlights and other necessities out of spare pieces of material. When repairing a piece of machinery, Mr. Smith was renown for mending the broken equipment better than new. Mr. Smith was also well known for the exhilarating way he could recount a story involving his friends or relatives.

A celebration of the life of Mr. Smith will be held at the First Southern Baptist Church of Crossroads in Winthrop, Arkansas, on November 19, 2016, at 10:00 AM with the Reverend Audie Dawson officiating.

Memorials may be made to the First Southern Baptist Church of Crossroads in Winthrop, Arkansas. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen, Arkansas. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

 

Mr. John Alvin Tomblin

Mr. John Alvin Tomblin, age 68, a resident of Burg, Arkansas, died Thursday, November 17, 2016 in Christus St. Michael Health System in Texarkana, Texas.

He was born May 29, 1948 in Fairfax, Oklahoma. He was a supervisor for Weyerhaeuser for 36 years, a member of the Burg Church of Christ and a member of the Umpire Volunteer Fire Department for 36 years.

Mr. Tomblin was preceded in death by his parents, Robert “Bob” and Mildred “Millie” Poston Tomblin.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy White Tomblin; two sons, Shawn Tomblin and Veronica Moore and Matt and Tonja Tomblin all of Burg, Arkansas; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Cheryl and Guy LeMonnier and Sandra and Stan Brown and Jana and Merrill Fredricks all of Ponca City, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Chris, Abby, Rosie, Kinzy and Lexi and a number of nieces and nephews.

A memorial service for Mr. Tomblin will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2016 in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in Dierks with Burl Young officiating.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Doyce Wayne Dowdle

Mr. Doyce Wayne “Sonny” Dowdle, age 84, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Wednesday, November 16, 2016, in De Queen.

He was born April 27, 1932, in Lockesburg, Arkansas. He was a retired millwright for Weyerhaeuser, a member of the Williamson Community Church in Horatio and a U.S. Navy Veteran.

Mr. Dowdle was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer E. “Gene” Dowdle and Lena Mae Proctor Dowdle Gilbert.

He is survived by his wife, Rosie Collum Dowdle; one son, Chad Dowdle of Horatio, Arkansas; one brother, Ray Dowdle of Texarkana, Texas; one sister, Barbara Sue East of South Haven, Mississippi; one grandson, Zac Dowdle of Horatio; his nieces and nephews, Paula and Steve Barley, Lesia and Ken Koehler, Paul David and Rhonda Willis and Nita and Gary Cooper and several other nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral Services for Mr. Dowdle will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 19, 2016, in the Williamson Community Church with Bro. Jimmy Roden and Bro. Roy Conatser officiating. Burial will follow in the Belleville Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Friday, November 18th at the funeral home.
You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Kenneth Wayne Carroll

Kenneth W. Carroll, 83, of Sherwood, passed away on November 13, 2016. He was born June 26, 1933 in DeQueen, Arkansas to John Henry and Edith Carroll.

Kenneth retired from the United States Army after many years of service. His military service included tours in Germany, Panama, Honduras and several stateside locations.

He is survived by his son Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Kenneth Wayne Carroll, Jr. (Joan); three daughters, Pollyanna Smith (Steve), Barbara Lynn Bachelor, Susan Smitherman (Mark); 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and other extended family. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Carroll; sister Barbara Jeanne Butler and his parents.

Memorials may be made to Arkansas Alzheimer Association, 201 Markham Center Drive, Little Rock, AR, 72205.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Highway 5 North, Alexander. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 18, 2016 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street. Online guest register and obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
 

Mrs. Alice Parks

Mrs. Alice Emmaline Youngblood Parks, age 96, a resident of Houston, Texas, died Sunday, November 13, 2016 at her home.

She was born to William Jerry and Lillian Louise Rasmon Youngblood in Gillham, Arkansas on January 5, 1920. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of De Queen and a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her husband of over  58 years, George (Pat) Parks, Sr., her siblings, Robert Youngblood, Fred Youngblood, John Youngblood, Will Youngblood, Charles Youngblood, Mary Butler, Elsie Dowell and Bess Fitch.

She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons, George Parks, Jr. of Dickinson, Texas, and John E. Parks of Groesbeck, Texas, two daughters and a son-in-law, Judy C. and Jerry Stem of Houston, Texas and Susan L. Ragle of De Queen Arkansas, nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Marjorie Carpenter of De Queen, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Alice Parks will be held at 10:00a.m., Wednesday, November 16th in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel, with Don Youngblood officiating. Burial will follow in Redmen Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. You may send on online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Fred Grover Baker

Mr. Fred Grover Baker, age 75, a resident of Wickes, Arkansas, died Thursday, November 10, 2016, in De Queen Medical Center.

He was born January 13, 1941, in Haworth, Oklahoma to Ben and Ruby Baker. He was a carpenter, mechanic, and construction supervisor. He was also an active member of the First Baptist Church in Wickes.

Mr. Baker was preceded in death by his parents; first wife; three brothers; and one great-grandson.

He is survived by his wife, Sara Baker; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and JoAnn Baker of Grannis, Arkansas and Danny and Jenna Webb of Hurst, Texas; two daughters, Carla Hahn and Fredia Baker both of Texarkana, Texas; ten grandchildren, Brandon, Kyle, Justin, Amanda, Derek, Ashley, Kimberly, Megan, Aaron and Grayson; fourteen great-grandchildren; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Randall Baker of Vandervoort, Arkansas and Jimmy and Terry Baker of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services for Mr. Baker will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 14, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in De Queen, Arkansas with Bro. Scott Ray officiating. Burial will follow in the Eagletown Cemetery. The family will be at the Baker home at 417 Hwy 278 E. in Wickes. You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Betty Joyce Frady

Betty Joyce Frady, age 82, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Thursday, November 10, 2016 in De Queen Therapy and Living Center.

She was born January 11, 1934 in King, Arkansas. She was the first female U.S. Postal Clerk at the De Queen Post Office, and was a telephone operator for De Queen Telephone Company.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie James and Nellie Monroe Walker; her first husband, Joy Dee Pickett; her second husband, Mack Frady; a brother, Rudolph Walker; and a sister, Jewel Walker.

She is survived by three sons, Randy Pickett of Lockesburg, Arkansas, Mikel Frady of De Queen, Arkansas, and Terry Frady of Winthrop, Arkansas; four daughters, Sonya Harris of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Cheri Ayers of Horatio, Lynnette Boyd of Winthrop, and Pam Stewart of De Queen; three sisters, Ivanell Wilson, Lajuan Chandler, and Mary Jo Dillard; 20 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mrs. Frady will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 14, 2016, in the Old Center Church with Bro. Sam Hendricks officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Center Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 p.m., Sunday, November 13th at the funeral home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mrs. Linda Faye Flower Uhlfelder

Mrs. Linda Faye Flower Uhlfelder, age 70, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Wednesday, November 8, 2016, at the home of her son in Horatio.

She was born on November 7, 1946 in Midwest City, Oklahoma. She was retired from De Queen Medical Center, where she was an anesthetist, as well as a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, sewing, painting, gardening, and cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eulan Carl and Lula Marie Rard Flowers, and a brother, Carl Lee Flowers.

She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Charles Eugene and Rhoda Brown of Shawnee, Oklahoma, Clifton Edward and Kisandra Brown of Horatio, Arkansas, and Kenneth Gerald and Amy Uhlfelder of Conway, Arkansas. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Chandler Eulan Brown of Norman, Oklahoma, Caleb Edward Brown, Angela Elizabeth Brown, Trey Alexander Brown, and Tabitha Alexandra Brown all of Horatio, Arkansas, and Ethan Zane Uhlfelder of Conway, Arkansas, and a number of nieces and nephews.

A private memorial service will be at a later Date. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Juan Carlos Bolanos Lopez

Juan Carlos Bolanos Lopez, age 22, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas died Monday, November 7, 2016 near Eagletown, Oklahoma.

He was born February 3, 1994, in Ixpante Pec Nieves, Mexico. He was an inspector at Tyson Foods in Broken Bow, Oklahoma and a member of the St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in De Queen.

He is survived by his parents, Aurelio Bolanos Rivera and Beatriz Bolanos of De Queen; two brothers, Humberto Bolanos and Josue Bolanos both De Queen; one sister and brother-in-law, Cynthia Bolanos and Erick Abarca of Gillham, Arkansas and one nephew, Erick Junior Abarca.

A vigil service will begin at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 10th in the Monsignor Scott Friend Pastoral Center in De Queen.

Funeral Mass for Juan will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 11, 2016, in the Monsignor Scott Friend Pastoral Center with Father Juan Manjarrez officiating. Burial will follow in Redmen Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mr. David Randall Jean

Mr. David Randall Jean, age 75, a resident of Gillham, Arkansas, died Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at his home.

He was born November 12, 1940, in King, Arkansas. He was a mail carrier in Gillham for 30 years and a Baptist.

Mr. Jean was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip Jean and Mildred Jones Ferguson.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Hargis Jean; two daughters and sons-in-law, Glenda and Donald Vann of Lockesburg and Melinda and Greg Winer of Gillham; two grandsons, Brandon Winer and his wife Jennifer and Justin Vann and his wife Labrada and four great-grandchildren, Mason and Makenna Winer and Eli and Claire Vann.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Jean will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 11, 2016, in the Gillham Cemetery with Steven Chenoweth officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Lillian B. Roden

Lillian B. Roden, age 81, of Mena, Arkansas passed away on November 3, 2016 in Mena.

Memorial visitation service will be Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in De Queen, Arkansas. Burial will follow at Redmen Cemetery in De Queen.
All friends and family are encouraged to attend.

Lillian B Roden was born in Barnwell, South Carolina to Edgar and Estelle Still on October 16, 1935. She spent many happy years married to the love of her life, Ray C. Roden. They had three beautiful children Edgar, Debbie, and Melissa. She was adored by her grandchildren Angie, Brian, Rachel, Travis, and Kellie.

“Our Grandma Lillian lit up a room, and had a beautiful smile and sense of humor that will truly be missed. Her loving and gentle spirit will always be admired by her loved ones and never forgotten. She was one of a kind, a true gem.”

She was preceded in death her ex-husband and love Ray C. Roden; her daughter, Debbie Carruth; and Lillian’s three siblings.

She is survived by her son, Edgar Roden; her daughter Melissa Munoz; her grandchildren, Angie Mello, Brian Mello, Rachel Lampi, Travis Lampi, and Kellie Roden; her siblings, Edith Hudson, Florence Folk, Collis Still, and Linda Still.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mrs. Lorna LaFaun Rhodes

Mrs. Lorna LaFaun Rhodes, age 77, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Sunday, November 6, 2016, in De Queen.

She was born May 23, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was a retired grocer and a member of the Dierks First Baptist Church.

Mrs. Rhodes was preceded in death by her parents, George and Thelma Ferris Henrion.

She is survived by her husband, Ray Rhodes of Lockesburg; one daughter and son-in-law, Sheryl Lynne and Howie Snyder and one son, Mark Allen Elliott, all of Kansas City, Missouri; two step-daughters and their spouses, Sonya and Barry Davis of Livingston, Texas and Kelly and Greg Davis of Flintville, Tennessee; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Frank and Terri Henrion of Norman, Oklahoma and Harold Brown of San Carlos, California; 8 grandchildren, Samantha Brown, J.T. Elliott, Shauna Elliott, Eric Davis, Zachary Davis, Avery Davis, McKenna Davis and Landon Davis.

Funeral services for Mrs. Rhodes will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 11, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in Dierks with Dr. David Blasé officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Union Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 10th at the funeral home in Dierks.
You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mrs. Ruth Jones Carden

Mrs. Ruth Jones Carden, age 88, a resident of Haworth, Oklahoma, and former resident of Foreman, Arkansas, died Thursday, November 3, 2016 at her home.

She was born to Tommy and Elizabeth Fleet Jones in Memphis, Tennessee, on August 17, 1928. She was retired owner of Ms. Ruth’s Flowers, and was active in the Foster Grandparent Program in the Winthrop and Foreman Schools. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Crossroads, Arkansas, and enjoyed traveling, flower arrangements, cooking, and cherished the time spent with family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Samuel E. Carden, a son, David Carden, a daughter, Martha Grooms, a grandchild, Lori, and her siblings, Frances Paluman, and Jewel Jones.

She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Ollie and Peggy Carden of Idabel, Oklahoma, a daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Larry Nichols of Haworth, Oklahoma, a son, Virgil and his wife, Edie Carden of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, twenty-two grandchildren, Jamie and his wife, Susie Nichols of Kountze, Texas, Chicohota Carden, Mary Carden, and Shane Carden all of Idabel, Oklahoma, Kevin and his wife, Sherry Carden of Winthrop, Arkansas, Catherine and her husband, Jack Waller of Orange, Texas, David Lynn, Jr. and his wife, Tammy Carden of Forrest City, Arkansas, Tina Matthews of Destin, Florida, Celena Malo of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Rodney Lee Starwalt of De Queen, Shawn Farley of Valliant, Oklahoma, Shane Farley of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and Shandon Farley of Idabel, Oklahoma, nineteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Thomas Jones of Marianna, Arkansas, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia and Don Treadwell of West Helena, Arkansas, and Gladys and Clyde Newsom of Paducah, Kentucky, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Ruth Carden will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, November 6th in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Barry Brown and Bro. Gary Steiner officiating. Burial will follow in the Pauley Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. Visitation will be Saturday, November 5th from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Chandler Funeral Home.
 

Mr. Tobe William Boles

Mr. Tobe William Boles, age 56, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Tuesday, November 1st in the De Queen Medical Center.

He was born to Aubrey and Ella Faye Perry Boles in Houston, Texas, on August 30, 1960. He was a truck driver, and enjoyed fishing, carpentry, and handyman work.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings, Aubrey Lee Boles, Nancy Louise Easlon, Nelda Lavon Tullous, Janice Fay Sellers, and Rosemary Ray.

He is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Savannah and Jeff Olson of Rockport, Texas, and Nichole and Ernest Naranjo of Yorktown, Texas, a son and daughter-in-law, John and Rosanne Steen of Victoria, Texas, a brother, Nolan Boles of De Queen, and a sister and brother-in-law, Frances Darlene and Ronaldo Salinas of De Queen, a special friend, Patsy Cockrum of De Queen, eight grandchildren, Madison Olson and Hannah Olson both of Rockport, Texas, Kendalyn Naranjo, Kamden Naranjo, Kenzie Naranjo all of Yorktown, Texas, Cameron Steen, Mariah Steen, and Rhae Rhae Steen all of Victoria, Texas, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. Tobe Boles will be held at 2:00 P.M., Friday, November 4th in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneralhome.com.

Mr. Kern Pat Gore

Mr. Kern Pat Gore, age 82, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Friday, October 28, 2016, in Texarkana, Texas.

He was born August 8, 1934 in Overton, Texas. He was an instrument electrician for Nekossa/Georgia  Pacific and a United States Air Force Veteran. He attended Williamson Community Church.

Mr. Gore was preceded in death by his parents, Gomer and Velma Gore; three brothers, Olaf, Wayne and Doyle Gore; two sisters, Jackie Berger and Barbara Halphen.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Shirley Ann Gore of Horatio; three sons and daughters-in-law, Clifford Pat and Joyce M. Gore, Douglas Kern and Lalisa Griffin Gore, and Curtis Allen and Robin Gore; ten grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 3, 2016 at the Williamson Community Church in Horatio. A casual lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. at the Williamson Church.

You may register online at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com.

Melissa Ruthellen Tollett

Melissa Ruthellen Tollett, age 60, a resident of De Queen, died Friday, October 28, 2016, in De Queen Medical Center.

She was born May 4, 1956, in De Queen. She was a homemaker and member of the First Assembly of God Church in De Queen.

Ms. Tollett was preceded in death by her parents, Harley and Delsie Waits Tollett and three brothers, Harley Glenn Tollett, Troy Scott Tollett and Johnny Paul Tollett.

She is survived by one daughter, Raven Tollett; one son, Seth Tollett; two sisters, Dawn Tollett and Tracy Tollett Riley all of De Queen; one brother, Dr. Malcom Tollett of Destin, Florida; three grandchildren, Keaton Tollett, Julian Harris and Meadow Harris and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services for Ms. Tollett will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 3, 2016, in the Chapel Hill Cemetery with Ray Reynolds, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mrs. Bertha Oma Axton James

Mrs. Bertha Oma Axton James, age 102, a resident of North Richland Hills, Texas, died Thursday, October 27, 2016, in Bedford, Texas.

She was born June 14, 1914, in Howard County. She was a retired LPN, a homemaker and member of the Assembly of God Church.

Mrs. James was preceded in death by her parents, John and Betty Potts Axton; her husband, Cleo James; one daughter, Patsy V. James; two brothers, Lecil Axton and Cecil Axton; one sister, Edna Axton and one niece, Judy Gillespie.

She is survived by two nephews, Harold Axton of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Carroll Axton of Austin, Texas; two nieces, Melba Killian of Texarkana, Arkansas and Alma Frachiseur of Dierks, Arkansas.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. James will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2016, in the Dierks Cemetery with Kevin Herrington officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Patsy Vernell James

Patsy Vernell James, age 78, a resident of North Richland Hills, Texas, died Wednesday, October 26, 2016 in Bedford, Texas.

She was born February 23, 1938 in Dierks. She was a graduate of the University of Arkansas, a retired teacher at Tarrant County College, a member of the Assembly of God Church and an avid Razorback fan.

She was preceded in death by her father, Cleo James and special aunt, Edna Axton. Her mother, Bertha Oma Axton James, died on October 27, 2016.

She is survived by several cousins and her beloved pets, Kalleecy and Tippy.

Graveside funeral services for Miss Patsy James will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2016, in the Dierks Cemetery with Kevin Herrington officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Alva A. DeMarais

Alva A. DeMarais, 90, of Bella Vista, AR died October 23, 2016. She was born February 16, 1926 in Gillham, AR to Samuel H. and Claudia Byers Capps.

Mrs. DeMarais was a graduate of East Texas State University (now Texas A & M), Texarkana, TX. She worked many years in government and related jobs, retiring from her professional life at the age of 72 years. Her government service in Washington D.C. was recognized with several congressional awards. Her personal hobbies have included bridge playing, quilting, and gardening.

Survivors include her husband, Robert P. DeMarais of Bella Vista; one son, Benjamin W. Williams and his wife Trude, of California; one grandson, Mark Williams and wife Diana; two granddaughters, Heather King and husband Andrew; and Stephanie Sanchez, all of California and five great-grandchildren. Her immediate family survivors also include one brother, Jimmy Capps and wife Margaret of Arkansas and her sister Dorothy Phillips, of Texas.

No public services will be held at the request of the deceased.
 

Juanita June “Nita” Trice James

Mrs. Juanita June “Nita” Trice James, age 73, a resident of Elk Grove, California, and former resident of De Queen, died Saturday, October 15, 2016 at her home.

Nita was born in San Francisco, California on May 28, 1943, to Andrew Trice. She and her siblings were partially reared by her aunt and uncle, Vera and Dave Trice. She graduated from Sacramento High School, and earned her RN Degree from Sacramento City College in 1972. She married Bill James of Wickes, Arkansas in 1963. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She was an avid reader and cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill James in 2014, and her aunt and uncle.

She is survived by a son, Dean James of Lamar, Colorado, a daughter and son-in-law, Dana and Phillip Crumback of Elk Grove, California, two sisters, Cathy Trice of San Diego, California, and Liz Trice of Elk Grove, California, five grandchildren, Rachel and her husband, Tyler Mickey, Nolan Crumback, Emma Crumback, Sam Crumback, and Garrett Crumback, as well as other family members and a host of friends.

Memorial graveside services for Mrs. Nita James will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 5, 2016 in the Daniel Cemetery with Bobby Tatum officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

 

Helen Jane Ivy

Mrs. Helen Jane Ivy, age 92, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Friday, October 28, 2016, in Dierks Health and Rehab Center in Dierks, Arkansas.

She was born August 12, 1924, in Mississippi. She was a retired school teacher, curriculum coordinator, a caregiver and a member of the De Queen First Presbyterian Church.

Mrs. Ivy was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Gladys Keller Wherley and her husband, Edwin Victor Ivy.

She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, John and Rhonda Ivy of Bloomburg, Texas; one daughter, Laura Ivy of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; one sister, Mary Sue Wherley of Dierks, Arkansas and two grandchildren, Chelsea and Colby Ivy.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Ivy will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 30, 2016, at the Mt. Ida Cemetery pavilion with Sue Ellen Hall officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday, October 29th at the funeral home.

Mary Elizabeth” Sissy” Harris

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth” Sissy” Harris, age 73, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Thursday, October 27, 2016, at her home.

She was born September 17, 1943, in De Queen, Arkansas. She was a retired teacher for the Dierks Elementary School. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Mrs. Harris was preceded in death by her parents Lyde B. Williams, Sr. and Helen Marjorie Kiser Williams and her brother, James F. ‘Willie’ Williams.

She is survived by her husband, James Harris; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Kevin Fox; three grandchildren, Isabel, Alysa, and Tyra; two brothers, Lyde Williams, Jr. and Earl Williams; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mrs. Harris will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, October 30, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in Dierks with Bobby Neal officiating. Burial will follow in the Dierks Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2:00- 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 29th at the funeral home in Dierks.

Mrs. Sylvia Dean Key

Mrs. Sylvia Dean Key, age 87, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Wednesday, October 26, 2016, in Dierks, Arkansas.

She was born on July 1, 1929 in De Queen. She was a former employee of Pilgrim's Pride and a member of First Baptist Church in De Queen.

Mrs. Key was preceded in death by her parents, James Thomas "Tom" and Lillian Irene Burton Jones; one daughter, Tommye Faye Conatser; one son, Charles Wayne Key and one grandchild.

She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Jamie and Gaylon Godwin of De Queen and Sheila and Wayne Jones of Shreveport, Louisiana; one son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Sheila Key of De Queen; nine grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Key will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 29, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Redmen Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, October 28th at the Funeral Home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Mrs. Peggy Laverne Anderson

Mrs. Peggy Laverne Anderson, age 82, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas died Tuesday, October 25, 2016 in De Queen.

She was born November 23, 1933 in Smackover, Arkansas. She was a homemaker and attended First Baptist Church in De Queen.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Neal and Cora Holt; and one son, Jimmy Don Anderson.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Judy Anderson; two grandchildren, Clint Anderson and Savannah Schriver ; six great-grandchildren, Skyler, Caleb, Carter, Kason, Jadon, and Kaylee; one brother Jimmy Holt of Greenville, South Carolina; and three nieces, Cathy, Lynn, and Harriett.

Private family services for Mrs. Anderson were held in Gillham Cemetery, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mrs. Effie Mae Klitz

Mrs. Effie Mae Milam Klitz, age 79, a resident of Winthrop, Arkansas died Saturday, October 22, 2016 in Ashdown, Arkansas.

She was born October 28, 1936 at Billingsley Corner in Little River County. She was a homemaker and a Christian.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Henry and Sarah Elizabeth Baker Milam; her husband, Kenneth Ray Klitz; a daughter, Deborah Vaughn; four brothers, Charles, Darrell, Marvin and Steve Milam; and a sister, Velva McCormick.

She is survived by two sons, Ronald Klitz and Joel David Klitz, both of Winthrop; one daughter and son-in-law, Rachel and Marc Aldaz of San Antonio, Texas; three sisters, Louise Key of Mena, Arkansas, Mary Jackson of Haworth, Oklahoma and Shirley McCorkle of Texarkana, Arkansas; four brothers, John Milam of Foreman, Arkansas, Bill Milam of Cerro Gordo, Arkansas, Gary Milam of Rogers, Arkansas and Wilbur Milam of Horatio, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Scott Lord, Amanda Thomas, Jeremy Reynolds, Rebecca Bennett, Josh Klitz, Sarah Klitz and Lindsey Weathers; three great grandchildren, Brenya Reynolds, Kara Thomas and Trisha Thomas; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mrs. Klitz will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel in De Queen with Leon Klitz officiating. Burial will follow in the Pauley Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2016 at the funeral home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Dewayne Ashbrooks

Dewayne Ashbrooks, age 43, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Monday, October 17, 2016, near Eagletown, Oklahoma.

He was born June 13, 1973 in Nashville, Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, April Lovewell Ashbrooks; two children, Dylan and Katie Ashbrooks all of Dierks; his father, Roger Ashbrooks of De Queen; his mother, Pat Stokes Ashbrooks of Dierks and one brother Darrin Ashbrooks of Texarkana, Texas.

Graveside services for Dewayne will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 2016 in Fellowship Cemetery with Ronald Gilbert officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in Dierks.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, October 22nd at the Dierks Funeral Home Chapel.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Daniel Eugene "Dan" Alspaw

Mr. Daniel Eugene “Dan” Alspaw, age 67, a resident of Ashdown, Arkansas, died Thursday, October, 20, 2016 in Little River Memorial Hospital.

He was born to Ernest Edwin and Mary Ella Clayton Alspaw in Bakersfield, California, on October 27, 1948. He was self employed with Alspaw Properties, and enjoyed fishing, and being outside. He also had a passion for “Buy, sale, or trade”.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, DeeDee Alspaw, and his siblings, Ernest Delmar Alspaw, Doris Loften, Doretha Tull, Annie Belle Strawn, and John Dale Alspaw.

He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Marlene Bow Alspaw of Ashdown, two sons and daughters-in-law, Duane and Stacey Alspaw and Duke and Susan Alspaw both of De Queen, a daughter, Dannette Alspaw of De Queen, six grandchildren, Dextin and his wife, Whitney Wheeler of Dierks, Deven Alspaw of De Queen, Dara Cowling of Magnolia, Clayton Alspaw, Aiden Alspaw and Ava Alspaw all of De Queen, a great-grandchild, Brooklee Cowling of Magnolia, AR., two brothers and a sister-in-law, Darrel and Virginia Alspaw, and Duane Alspaw all of Bakersfield, California, three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Darline Leah Butler and Dian and Les Watkins all of Bakersfield, California, Deloris and Oscar Palmer of Cozad, Nebraska, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Dan Alspaw will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 24, 2016 in Redmen Cemetery with Duane Alspaw officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. Visitation will be Sunday, October 23rd from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Chandler Funeral Home. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Debra Kay Kessler

Mrs. Debra Kay (Tig) Davis Kessler, age 47, a resident of Eagletown, Oklahoma died Monday, October 17, 2016 in Broken Bow.

She was born February 9, 1969 in Panki Bok, Oklahoma. She was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Lee and Ethel Geraldeen Lawler Davis; two brothers, Donnie Davis and Doug Davis; and a nephew, Clayton "Weezer" Cribb.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Kessler; three sons, Steven Ray “Squirrel” Kessler, Brandon “Matty” Kessler and Raymond “Tinky” Kessler; two brothers, Danny Davis and David Davis; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Dianne and Rick Chambless and Devonne Cribb; four grandchildren, Zack, Briar, Clayton and Aubrey; an aunt, Opal Hughes; friend, Casey; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gary and Myra Kessler; one brother-in-law, Michael Kessler and two sisters-in-law, Judy and Linda.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Kessler will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2016, in West Otis Cemetery with Cy Davis officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Dewayne Ashbrooks

Dewayne Ashbrooks, age 43, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, died Monday, October 17, 2016, near Eagletown, Oklahoma.

He was born June 13, 1973 in Nashville, Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, April Lovewell Ashbrooks; two children, Dylan and Katie Ashbrooks all of Dierks; his father, Roger Ashbrooks of De Queen; his mother, Pat Stokes Ashbrooks of Dierks and one brother Darrin Ashbrooks of Texarkana, Texas.
 

Funeral services are pending and will be announced later by Wilkerson Funeral Home.
 

Mr. Agustin Jaramillo

Mr. Agustin Jaramillo, age 50, a resident of De Queen, died Tuesday, October 18, 2016, in Christus St. Michael Hospital.

He was born to Tomas Saucedo and Maria Ascencion Jaramillo in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico on July 17, 1966. He was an employee of Pilgrim’s, and was a member of St. Barbara’s Catholic Church. He was an avid fan of Soccer-Tigres UANL Soccer Club, and was a devoted husband and father.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Martha Sanchez of De Queen, a son, Carlos Jaramillo, and a daughter, Martha Jaramillo both of De Queen, two brothers, Julio Alberto Saucedo and Juan Jose Saucedo both of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Maria de la Luz Hernandez and Jose Garcia of Monterrey Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Vicky Jaramillo of De Queen, and Clara Maria Saucedo and Carlos Rodriguez of Veracruz, Mexico, and a number of other relatives.

Funeral Mass for Mr. Agustin Jaramillo will be held at 2:30 P.M., Thursday, October 20, 2016, in St. Barbara’s Catholic Church with Father Juan Manjarrez officiating. Burial will follow in Redmen Cemetery, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. Rosary and viewing will be at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church from 9:00 P.M., until Service time.

You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Sonia Enriquez Perez

Sonia Enriquez Perez, age 34, a resident of Wickes, Arkansas, died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 near Wickes.

She was born on Monday, August 30, 1982, in Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico to Javier Jose Enriquez and Delia Machado. Sonia loved life and enjoyed spending time with her children who were her greatest accomplishments in life. She enjoyed Cumbia dancing and listening to all different kinds of music, from hip hop to mariachi bands. She enjoyed cooking, some of her family’s favorite dishes included enchiladas and rice. Sonia was a loving mother and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

Sonia was preceded in death by two sons, Damian Enriquez and Raul Ambriz.

She is survived by her boyfriend, Jacinto Decasez of Wickes; four sons, Misael Enriquez of DeQueen, Arkansas, Victor Enriquez, Hugo Silva and Joaquin Ambriz all of Wickes; two daughters, Nyla Decasez and Yiana Decasez both of Wickes; her father, Javier Enriquez of Chicago, Illinois; her mother, Delia Machado of Horatio, Arkansas; three brothers, Adrian Parra and Aaron Lerma both of Horatio, Arkansas and Rene Enriquez of Mexico; several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services for Sonia will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 17, 2016, at Redmen Cemetery in De Queen under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home.

Mrs. Janice Rae Reitenbaugh

Mrs. Janice Rae Reitenbaugh, age 73, a resident of Ashdown, Arkansas, died Thursday, October 13, 2016, in Ashdown.

She was born May 10, 1943, in Maryville, Missouri. She was a retired CNA and loved being with her grandchildren.

Mrs. Reitenbaugh was preceded in death by her parents, Robert William and Phyllis Rae Kleber Shill and one son, John Schuetz.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Reitenbaugh; two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Bobbie Schuetz of Ashdown and Jeff and Lisa Schuetz of Foreman, Arkansas; one daughter, Jennifer Bearden also of Foreman; nine grandchildren, Philana, Brody, Justin, Amber, Misty, Ladonna, Chris, Trista and Lucinda and 16 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services for Mrs. Reitenbaugh are pending.

Cremation arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen, Arkansas.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mrs. Laura Ann Kesterson Davis

Mrs. Laura Ann Kesterson Davis, age 45, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 13, 2016, at her home.

She was born April 24, 1971, in De Queen, Arkansas to Johnny and Pat Cogburn Kesterson. She was a 1989 graduate of Dierks High School. She received her LPN degree from Cossatot in De Queen in 1998. She worked as a nurse for Dr.Gullett in Dierks and Dr. Buffington in De Queen. She attended the First Assembly of God Church in Dierks.

Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her grandparents, Leodis and Lorene Kesterson and Jim and Dora Cogburn.

She is survived by her son, Jonathan Blake Davis and Sarah Pinkerton and their son Hunter of Dierks; her parents, Johnny and Pat Kesterson of Dierks; one brother, Michael Kesterson and Sharon Cummings of Dierks; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services for Mrs. Davis will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel in Dierks with Jaron Tipton and Richard Leech officiating. Burial will follow at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Newhope, Arkansas.

The family will receive friends from 12:00- 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 16 at the Dierks Chapel.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mr. Bobby "Bob" Howard Higgins

Mr. Bobby “Bob” Howard Higgins, age 73, a resident of Jefferson Texas, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 10th, 2016. He was born to David “Cap” and Ila Higgins in Gillham, Arkansas on January 19, 1943. He worked in road construction and the manufacturing industry, until elected Pct. 1 Marion County Commissioner in 2000; retiring in 2012.

Bob was a man of God serving his Lord as deacon of North Shore Baptist Church, Sunday school teacher, mission work, and through his clown ministry. He loved sports, fishing, and hunting. Throughout his life he coached baseball and softball including his children and grandchildren’s teams. His grandchildren were his joy. Bob loved his community, and was a Mims Volunteer Fireman and First Responder, a board member of the Holiday Properties, and board member of Compassion of Marion County for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife of fifty-three years, Nadine “Deanie” Jones Higgins, two daughters, Belinda Kay Goins and Rita Higgins Benefield, brother, Russell Higgins, two sisters, Gladys Tabor and Jean Smith.

Bob is survived by his wife, Beverly Higgins, daughters, Lissa Higgins and Jay Horan Sr. of Marshall, Texas, De Anna and Kenneth House of Jefferson, Texas, grandchildren Beau Goins of Blossom, Texas, Steven and Brandi Lemoine of Irving, Texas, Hunter Higgins of Marshall, Texas, and Lane House of Jefferson, Texas and Lane’s finance April Fry of Winnsboro, Texas, brothers Calvin and Patsy Hearn, Jimmy and Linda Higgins, Freeman and Jean Higgins of De Queen, Arkansas, Billy and Sandy of Gillham, Arkansas, sister, Belva Nipper of Lockesburg, Arkansas, special sister-in-law Reba Higgins of Gillham, Arkansas. Extended grandchildren, Taylor and Ryan Coco, Stephanie and Michael Bloodworth all of Marshall, Texas, Lynsey and Lucas Hagan of Karnack, Texas, Jay Horan Jr. of Kilgore, Texas, and seven great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held at 10 am Saturday, October 15th, in the North Shore Baptist Church, 120 Woodland Shores Dr. (Hwy 729 West), Mims, Texas with Bro Dennis Whatley and Bro John Whorley officiating. Burial will follow at 3:00 pm in Mill Creek Cemetery, Gilliam, Arkansas with Bro Phil Whorley officiating under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home of De Queen Arkansas. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 14th, from 6pm to 8pm in the North Shore Baptist Church. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

Pallbearers include: Beau Goins, Steven Lemoine, Hunter Higgins, Lane House, Darren Higgins, and Windell Higgins Honorary Pallbearers include: Kenneth House, Bobby Davis, and Jay Horan Sr.

Mrs. Phyllis Anne McLean Willis

Mrs. Phyllis Anne McLean Willis, age 68, a resident of Foreman, Arkansas, died Tuesday, October 11, 2016 in Foreman.

She was born July 4, 1948, in California. She was a homemaker.

Mrs. Willis was preceded in death by her mother, Charlotte McLean and one brother, Samuel McLean.

She is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Andy Gauldin of Foreman, Calvin and Kathy Gauldin also of Foreman, and Todd and Carmon Gauldin of Queen City, Texas; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Willis will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 14, 2016, at Campground Cemetery with Trent Liggin and Tracy Williams officiating under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 13 at the Foreman First Baptist Church.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

 

Mr. Anthony "Tony" DeWayne Jackson

Mr. Anthony “Tony” DeWayne Jackson, age 56, a resident of Mt. Ida, Arkansas, died Sunday, October 9, 2016, at his home.

He was born December 16, 1959, in De Queen, Arkansas. He was a coordinator for the Southwest District Drug Task Force, a former officer for the Dierks Police Department and former deputy for the Howard County Sheriffs Department.

Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur Duane and Lucy Fern Alexander Jackson and one sister, Gloria Giles.

He is survived by his wife, Susan House Jackson; one son and daughter-in-law, Brandon and Heidee Jackson of Mt. Ida; one daughter, Sally Jo Elizabeth Jackson of Newport, Arkansas; one step-daughter, Crystal Leyva of Nashville; one step-son, Mathew Myrick of Nashville, Arkansas; one sister, Beverly Stevens of Mt. Pleasant, Texas; four grandchildren, Riley, Tristan and Brantley Smith and Josie Jackson and seven step-grandchildren, Taylor, Tyler and Nathan Jacoby, Elidia Leyva, Charles “Wilbur”, Jaecee and Maecee Myrick.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Jackson will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2016, in Joplin Cemetery in Joplin, Arkansas with Roy Brooks officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in De Queen, Arkansas.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Mr. James Donald "Jimmy" Wray

Mrs. Erma Pressley Flournoy

Mrs. Erma Melinda Crawford Pressley Flournoy, age 93, a resident of Fort Worth, and formerly of De Queen, passed Friday, October 7, 2016 at her home.

Erma Pressley Flournoy, was born March 2, 1923 to John and Tennie Bates Crawford, in Opal, Arkansas. She was a retired USDA Inspector in the Poultry field, as well as a homemaker. She was a member of the Kern Heights Baptist Church, and enjoyed her flowers and quilts. She loved animals, especially her cat, Sassy, and dog, Trixie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Alfred Pressley, husband Jud Flournoy, brother, Carl Crawford, sister, Lola Miller, and son Eric Pressley.

Survivors include her sister Beulah Linn, son Rod Pressley (Rhonda), daughter Gloria Pressley, step daughters Judy Smith (Wayne) and Debbie Davis (Floyd), daughter-in-law Carol Pressley, grandchildren Aaron Pressley, Pam Pressley-Cisneros (Xavier), Nick Pressley (Erin), Zach Pressley, great grandchildren Lacey Waits, Emma, Claire and Tanner Pressley, several nieces and nephews and many others who loved her.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, Oct 11th in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, De Queen, with Bro. Sam Hendricks officiating, under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home. Donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

 

Mr. Otis Tollett

Mr. Otis Tollett, age 87, a resident of Lockesburg, Arkansas, died Thursday, October 6, 2016, in Jacksonville, Arkansas.

He was born May 24, 1929, in the New Bethel Community near Lockesburg, Arkansas. He was retired from Weyerhaeuser and served from 1946- 1953 in the United States Air Force.

Mr. Tollett was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Tollett and his parents, Luke and Lillie Tollett.

He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Candy Tollett of Philadelphia, Mississippi; two daughters and sons-in law, Odette and Bob Driver of Fulton, Arkansas and Sheri and Eddie Forman of Gloster, Mississippi; one sister, Marie Hughes; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mr. Otis Tollett will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 10, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel with J.C. Long officiating.  . Burial will follow in New Bethel Cemetery, near the Dierks Junction.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m., Sunday, October 9th at the funeral home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com
 

Charles Kevin Wax

Mr. Charles Kevin Wax, age 52, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Thursday, October 6, 2016, in Dierks, Arkansas.

He was born on September 29, 1964, in Brinkley, Arkansas. He had a Master’s degree in Psychology and a member of the First Baptist Church in De Queen.

Mr. Wax was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clifford and Clarene Simmons and Delbert Wax; one niece, Jessica Wax; and his aunt, Linda Wax.

He is survived by his father, Terry Wax of Gillham; his mother, Marie Wax of De Queen; his twin brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Sharon Wax; his grandmother, Irene Wax; one nephew, Garrett Wax; his second “Mom” and aunt Susan Byrd; and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral services for Mr. Kevin Wax will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 8, 2016, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel with Jerry Hill officiating. Burial will follow in the Gillham Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, October 7th at the funeral home.

You may register on-line at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com

Samuel Cecil Tabler, Jr.

Samuel Cecil Tabler Jr., 77, of Ashdown, AR passed away October 4, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Tabler was born August 20, 1939 in Ben Lomond, AR to Samuel Cecil and Mary Alice Tabler Sr. He was a member and an ordained deacon of Hopewell Baptist Church in Ashdown, AR. He was an avid horseman and a legend of his time. Mr. Tabler was a horse trainer and horseshoer for over 50 years. He was a 4H project leader for over 24 years. Mr. Tabler married his high school sweetheart , Ethyl Marie Ardwin, and they would have been married 56 years this coming Saturday October 8th. He is preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Dimmer; three brothers, Doyle Tabler, Hal Tabler, and Vernon "Buddy " Tabler.

Survivors include in loving wife, Ethyl Marie Ardwin Tabler of Ashdown, AR; one daughter, Maria Cecilia "Molly" Tabler and her husband Donnie Wooden of Ashdown, AR; three sisters, Mittie Hinsley of Maybank, TX, Winnie Hunter of Shreveport, LA, Shirley Musgrove of Midlothian, TX; one grandson, Lucas Lee Wooden, twin granddaughters, Allison Marie and Emily Ann Wooden; numerous relatives and a host of friends.

Honorary Pallbearers: Joe Ed Penney, Donnie Smith
Pallbearers: Chris Moon, Doyle Crouch, Rick Wisdom, Phillip Redfearn, Norman Jester, Jimmy Jester, Dale Sansom, Gene McKnight

Visitation will be Thursday October 6, 2016 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Madden Funeral Home Chapel in Ashdown, AR.

Funeral Services will be Friday October 7, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Hopewell Baptist Church in Ashdown, AR with Bro. Ike Thompson and Bro. Travis Arden officiating. Burial will follow at Blackerby Cemetery in Ashdown, AR under the direction of Madden Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Online Registration: maddenfuneralservice.com
 

Mr. David Wayne Jones

Mr. David Wayne Jones, Sr., age 44, a resident of Horatio, died Saturday, October 1, 2016 at his home.

He was born to Robert E. Sr., and Jennifer Irene Sharp Jones in Phoenix, Arizona on February 14, 1972. He worked in Heating and Cooling, and was a member of the Church of Nazarene. In his leisure time, he enjoyed reading, music concerts, and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

He is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Erica and Adam Brandon and Allison Leemarie Jones, all of Horatio, two sons and a daughter-in-law, David Wayne, Jr. and Casey Jones, and Nathan Edward Jones both of Horatio, his father, Robert E. Jones, Sr. of Phoenix, Arizona, two brothers, Robert E. Jones, Jr., and Michael Jones all of Arizona, Five grandchildren, Trevor, Kaige, Zolee, Gracie, and Lennon, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

A private memorial service will be at a later date. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.

 

Mrs. Juanita Fae Nunez

Mrs. Juanita Fae Nunez, age 86, a resident of De Queen, Arkansas, died Sunday, October 2, 2016, at her home.

She was born to Ollie Whitfield and Eunice Wright Ely, in Dallas, Texas, on July 23, 1930. She was a member of the Iglesia Bautista Ebenezer of De Queen, and was a retired secretary, as well as a homemaker. She enjoyed her church and yard work.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Pete Nunez of De Queen, and two nephews, Jimmie Carter and Robert Carter both of Dallas, Texas, and a number of other relatives.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 5, 2016 in the First Baptist Church of De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.
 

Mr. Frank Tugman

Mr. Frank Lash Tugman, age 81, a resident of King, Arkansas, died Friday, September 30, 2016, at his home.
He was born July 11, 1935, in Ada, Oklahoma to Fred and Della Tugman. He was an auto mechanic and he served in the United States Marine Corp. during the Korean conflict.

Mr. Tugman was preceded in death by his wife Sadie Tugman; his parents; and two sons, Larry Tugman and Victor Tugman.

He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Billingsley of Gillham, Arkansas, Renee Gaither also of Gillham, and Shelia Theath of Mena, Arkansas; one son, Forrest Tugman of Gillham; and a number of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

No services for Mr. Tugman are planned at this time.