All Obituaries

Colten Charles Henry Ford Vickers, 23, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born in Searcy, Arkansas September 14, 1997, to Charles Ford Vickers and the late Jenifer Lynn Rodgers Vickers. Colten was a kind, loving, generous, and very soft-spoken young man who enjoyed fishing, working on his vehicles, and in his spare time, he loved hanging out with his friends. He was a Graduate of Batesville High School where he played football and ran track. ...

Timothy John Gabel, 65, of Batesville, AR died Thursday, October 22, 2020. Timothy was born December 16, 1954 in Tripoli, North Africa to George and Florine (Cormier) Gabel. Timothy was born into a military family. Both his parents served across the globe.  Timothy and his family arrived in Concord, AR by way of San Antonio, TX after his father had retired from the service. In Timothy’s youth he enjoyed playing basketball. He still to this day holds a Concord High School record...

John “Jack” William Kelly, 75, passed away on October 21, 2020. He was born on March 12, 1945, in Petersburg, IL.   John was a member of the Grace Baptist Church at Adona. He enjoyed leisure activities, reading Louis L'Amour books, working in the yard, going to church, fishing, and hunting. But most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.   John was a proud veteran who retired from the Navy in 1985. He was a distinguished veteran with: Marine Corps...

Martha Mae York Sutton, 84 of Desha, AR died October 21, 2020, in Batesville. Martha was born on January 6, 1936 in Owl Hollow in Stone County to James William York and Ethel Martin York. She was a homemaker and a member of the Marcella Church of Christ. Martha was at her happiest surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, laughing and telling stories. She loved music and dancing and never missed an opportunity to travel with her sisters. She was an avid...

John Richard Taylor, 76, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away Monday, October 19, 2020, at The Springs of Batesville, Arkansas. He was born in Batesville, Arkansas July 3, 1944, to the late Lee and Evelyn Harris Taylor also of Batesville. John was as friendly as he could be, but at the same time he knew how to hold his own. The workers at the Coastal Service appreciated him, as he was always there for them. He was a likable guy, with a very distinct walk, that will be missed by...

Sharon Kay Looney, 72, passed away on October 18, 2020. She was born on July 27, 1948, in Batesville, AR.   Sharon was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church. She was very good at her embroidery work, and she also loved to go to yard sales. But above all, her greatest love was for her family. Sharon had a special love for her nephews, nieces, and their children.   She was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Ethelene Looney; sister, Brenda Lee Looney; and brother,...

Billy Joe Poskey, 90, passed away on October 18, 2020. He was born on September 28, 1930, in Greenhaw, AR.   Billy Joe was a member of the Air Base Church of Christ in Newport, AR. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on his farm. But most of all, he loved spending time with his family.   Billy Joe was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend whose memory will forever be cherished by his loved ones.   He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Hazel...

Jack Douglas Jackson, 83, passed away on October 15, 2020. He was born on, January 20, 1937, in Burkburnett, Texas.   Jack served seven years in the Navy during the 1960s. He took early retirement but reentered the work force part time as a greeter at the Batesville Walmart for 13 years.   Jack was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend whose memory will forever be cherished by his loved ones.   He is preceded in death by his wife, Anna Jackson; his parents, Jewel...

Dawn Marie Andres Palemina Raviscioni passed away October 15, 2020 at 53 years old. She was born on August 16, 1967 in Takoma Park, Maryland to Thomas Andrews and Anne Simmons. She was a loving daughter and friend whose memory will be forever cherished by her loved ones.    Services entrusted to Willis Funeral Service.    

Vilma Argentina Alemán, 72, passed away on October 14, 2020. She was born on January 21, 1948, in San Agustin, Usulutan, El Salvador.   Vilma was a member and a deacon of Iglesia Del Dios de Justicia. She proudly served in church and loved attending as well. She also loved to cook, sing, crochet, knit, and take care of her family. Although she loved to correct her children, she also loved to laugh with them. Her laugh will be missed very much.   Vilma was a loving wife,...