Obituary Listing

Feb 19, 2026

Betty Jo Sterling, 74, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Batesville, AR. She was born on June 2, 1951, in Norfolk VA, to the late Charles Howard Phelps and Thelma Mae (Harrison) Phelps. Betty was an avid coffee drinker and enjoyed it from sunup to sundown. She was an immaculate housekeeper and loved working when she was able....

Feb 12, 2026

God called home one of his most precious angels on Thursday, February 12, 2026, when Dwayne H. Stott Sr., 84, of Southside, AR, entered the gates of Heaven. Dwayne was born on March 16, 1941, in El Dorado, AR, to the late Woodrow Wilson Stott and Lonnie Mae (Aaron) Stott. Dwayne served his country honorably in the United States...

Feb 10, 2026

Olin Otis Greene, 61, passed away on February 10, 2026, in Batesville, Arkansas. He was born on March 21, 1964, in Orlando, Florida, to the late Dewey Greene and Allene (Slavik) Greene. Olin loved fishing and went as much as he possibly could.

Olin is survived by his son, Zachary Greene; brother, Anthony Luhn; sisters, Audrey Pool...

Feb 9, 2026

Melvin S. Yates, 78, of Batesville, AR, was a quiet man with a kind and caring heart. He was known by many as "Smiley", a name that fit him well, as his smile often said more than words ever could. Melvin was born on November 8, 1947, to Denzil and Juanita Yates at Dr. Allen's Hospital in Batesville and...

Feb 7, 2026

Billy Ray Fuller of Locust Grove, AR, died on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born on November 15, 1933, in Greenbrier Bottoms, AR, to the late Arthur Fuller and Edith Lorene (Magness) Fuller. Billy was of the Christian faith and worshiped the Lord as a member at Batesville Seventh-day Adventist Church. Billy served...

Feb 6, 2026

Agnes Louise (Garland) Lindsey, 97, passed away on February 6, 2026, in Batesville, AR. She was born on September 20, 1928, in Pine Hill, AR, to the late William James Garland and Cindy (Poor) Garland. Agnes was of the Christian faith and attended First Baptist Church of Cave City. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and canning in her free time....

Feb 6, 2026

Billy Elumbaugh passed away on February 6, 2026, surrounded by his family and enveloped in their love. He was born on May 12, 1946, in Marked Tree, Arkansas, to the late Arthur Elumbaugh and Bertha (McClung) Elumbaugh. Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. Following his military service, he built a respected career...

Feb 1, 2026

Craig Dale Vermillion Sr., 55, passed away on February 1, 2026, in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on February 2, 1970, in West Plains, Missouri, to the late Rodger Vermillion and Barbara (Counts) Vermillion. Craig enjoyed hunting and fishing. Trucking was his whole life, and he loved his semi-truck and driving. Above all else, he loved spending time with...

Jan 20, 2026

Buford Dennis Riley, age 77, of Cushman, Arkansas, passed away on January 20, 2026.

Dennis was born on March 16, 1948, in Bethesda, Arkansas, where he was also raised, to the late Buford Riley and Margie (Dowell) Riley. He later made his home in Cushman, Arkansas.

Dennis was a man of many talents and passions....

Jan 18, 2026

Larry Ray Branscum, 81, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Judsonia, AR. He was born on October 8, 1944, in Pleasant Plains, AR, to the late Raider Branscum and Elizabeth (Thomas) Branscum. Larry enjoyed being outside, whether it was growing flowers or a garden, or even just mowing the lawn. He also loved fishing and the beach. Above...

Jan 14, 2026

Mildred Lorene Fringer of Southside, AR, died on January 14, 2026. Mildred lived an amazing 100 years. She was born on April 10, 1925, in Pfieffer, AR, to the late William Calvin Cummings and Agnes (Milligan) Cummings. Mildred was of the Christian faith and served the Lord in life and in worship as a member at Emmanuel Baptist Church...

Jan 13, 2026

Monroe Jackson Johnson, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

Monroe was born on September 3, 1958, in Batesville, Arkansas, to O.B. Johnson and Judy Hartwick Johnson, both of whom preceded him in death. He lived a long and happy life in Concord, Arkansas, where he was known and loved by many. Monroe worked for...

Jan 12, 2026

James Leslie Wadkins Jr., 60, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Batesville, AR. He was born on September 23, 1965, in Blytheville, AR, to the late James Leslie Wadkins Sr. and Alice Marie (Laire) Wadkins. James loved to cook and take care of the yard. He enjoyed going camping and on fishing trips. Above all else, he loved...

Jan 7, 2026

Brian Carl Reynolds, 39, of Batesville, AR, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was born on April 10, 1986, in Loveland, CO, to Lonnie Dale Reynolds and Diana Marie (Harris) Mansfield. Brian was a very good welder and enjoyed welding. He also enjoyed being outdoors gardening in his spare time. He will be dearly missed by everyone who...

Jan 5, 2026

Kerry Lynn Lance Sr., 56, passed away on January 5, 2026, in Saffell, AR. He was born on June 21, 1969, to the late Ernest Harold Lance and Evelyn Lance. Kerry enjoyed racing and hunting. He was also a friendly person who was always visiting someone and attending get-togethers.

Kerry is survived by his son, Kerry Lynn...

Jan 4, 2026

Brenda Faye Davidson Smith, daughter of the late Levone Davidson and Ada Billingsly Davidson, was born on March 10, 1954, in LaCrosse, Arkansas. She departed this life on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 71.

Brenda confessed Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Malden, Missouri....

Jan 2, 2026

Bryan Lynn Harris, 55, of Batesville, AR, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1970, in Royal Oak, Michigan, to Tommy and Susan Harris. He was of Christian faith and enjoyed spending time with his family and being around those he loved.

Bryan graduated from Sulphur Rock School and worked for...

Dec 22, 2025

Danny Burnell Rohrscheib Sr., age 78, of McRae, Arkansas, passed away on December 22, 2025.

Danny was born on July 4, 1947, in Batesville, Arkansas, to the late William Rohrscheib and Versey "Carter" Rohrscheib.

Danny lived the last 25 years of his life in McRae, Arkansas, where he was known for his strong work ethic....

Dec 19, 2025

Eddie Eugene Green, 45, of Newark, AR, died on December 19, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1979, in Wichita, KS. Eddy is preceded in death by his brother, Benjamin Laffitte. He is survived by his mother, Tammie Laffitte; his brothers, James Parker and John Daniel Laffitte; his sisters, Maria Hope Laffitte and Alicia B. Laffitte; and his...

Dec 18, 2025

Bryce A. DuBois, formerly of Waterloo, Iowa, passed at his home  on December 18th, 2025. Bryce was born April 8th, 1969 to parents Bruce DuBois and Janine DuBois (Hansen) in Waterloo, Iowa. He attended and graduated from East High School. He married Tina Roquet shortly after, and they had four daughters. They were later divorced.  Bryce's passion was doing...