All Obituaries

   James Edward Ellis, 88, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away January 14, 2020. He was born on December 14, 1931 in Beebe, AR to Charlie and Bertha Ellis.       James was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend and grandfather. He was retired from Orbit Valve manufacturing in Little Rock, AR. James was an ordained minister and long-time member of the Arkansas Bluegrass Association, as well as a member of Weaver's Chapel Baptist Church. He...

     Larry Dean Gillmore, 74, son of L.J. and Odessa Elene Gillmore, was born on August 20, 1945. He was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, January 11, 2020. Larry leaves his loved ones with a legacy of hard work, faith, and love that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.      In addition to his parent, Larry is proceeded in death by his brother Jerry Gillmore and his son in law Michael Devall. Larry is survived by his beloved...

     Mildred Nola Gene Osborn, 81, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2020. She was born on April 4, 1938 to the late Harvey and Ethel (Allender) Mathes in Tulare, CA. She served the Lord Jesus Christ and was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church of Concord, AR. In Mildred’s spare time she loved sewing, canning food, crocheting, but most of all she loved taking care of her family. Mildred was a Godly woman who much of the community cherished and adored. She loved...

Jessie (J.L.) ,75, died on January 5, 2020. He was born on May 8, 1944. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Willis Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

     Judy Kathryn Gates, 67, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, January 6, 2020. She was born on March 30, 1952 to the late Basil and Ellen Beard in Batesville, Arkansas. She was of the Assembly of God. When she wasn't working at the White River Medical Center in the dietary department, Judy loved to spend her time cooking, enjoying a good book, and most of all she loved taking care of her family. In addition to her parents she was...

Angelia Darlene Kellems, 56 of Newark, Arkansas passed away on January 6, 2020 at her home, She was born on July 17, 1963 in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Alfred and Effie Lindsey. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by 2 brothers, 4 sisters and her grandparents. She took care of her disabled daughter Cassondra since her birth. She is survived by her husband Dennis Lee Kellems of 39 years, daughters Casey Kellems and Cassondra Kellems. Also...

Patricia Lou King, 76, died on January 4, 2020. She was born on December 27, 1943. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Willis Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

     Gloria Ann Ellis Stroud, 87, passed away December 29, 2019 in Atlanta, TX.  A longtime resident of Batesville, AR, she was born on January 26, 1932 in Jonesboro, AR. Gloria was a lover of life as well as all of the people around her. She was passionate about traveling, enjoyed arts and crafts, working in her garden, the outdoors, and she loved her family deeply, especially her grandchildren. Gloria will forever be loved and missed by her family, friends, and...

     Gary Wesley Gordon, 76, son of Lew and Thelma Gordon, was born on July 3rd, 1943, in Lebanon, Missouri. He was called home to join his Lord & Savior on December 29th, 2019.  At that moment, he was reunited with his parents, sisters, and his son, Wesley.      He was married to Billie Sue Burnside on March 29, 1963, in Cabool, Missouri.  In March of 2020, they would have celebrated 57 years together. Their first home was San Diego, California...

     Deanna Marie Zahn, 47, passed away on December 28, 2019 in Batesville, Arkansas. She was born on February 24, 1972 to the late James and Nancy Joe Henry, she was a Christian and lived in Batesville for 36 plus years. In addition to her parents she was preceded  in death by grandparents, Melvin and Rachel Winters and Ross and Stella Henry, brother James William Henry and many aunts, uncles and cousins; Also James Leslie Pierce (Jakob father) and...