Sharon Kay Sanders
Aug 16, 2026
Sharon Kay Sanders, 78, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Batesville, AR. Sharon was involved in the Cub Scouts as a den leader and a Sunday school teacher when her sons were younger. She loved crocheting and making gifts for people. Sharon was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend who will be greatly missed by all those...
Ruth Chesnutt
Aug 15, 2026
Alice Ruth Vinzant Chesnutt, affectionately known as “Ruth,” 98, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Ruth was born on August 11, 1928, in Tunica, Mississippi, to the late William Broadfoot Vinzant and Mittie Glaze Vinzant. She earned an associate degree from Arkansas Tech University. During her working years, she was employed in Dr. Bill Vinzant's office.
Ruth was of the Presbyterian...
Phillip Lee Bennett
Aug 14, 2026
Phillip Lee Bennett, 62, of Sulphur Rock, Arkansas, passed away on August 14, 2026. He was born October 9, 1963, in Marvell, Arkansas, to Bobby Bennett and Linda Callaway Bennett.
Phillip worked as a laborer at Resources Unlimited before his retirement. He was a man who enjoyed the simple things in life and could often be found doing something he loved....
Kenneth Wayne Litchford
Aug 11, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Litchford, 71, of Batesville, AR, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Wayne was of the Baptist faith. He loved to fish and hunt when he was able, and he especially enjoyed woodworking. He was a very talented craftsman when it came to working with wood and worked as a furniture builder for many years.
Wayne is preceded in death...
Nevaeh Ahuva Briley
Aug 10, 2026
Though her life was only measured in a few short weeks, it was filled with love, hope, and joy! Baby Nevaeh Ahuva Briley was born into Heaven to be held in the arms of God on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
“Even though the hardest thing we have to do as parents is say goodbye, I know that God had a reason....
John Richard Wylie
Aug 4, 2026
John Richard Wylie of Carthage, Arkansas passed away on August 4, 2026, in Batesville, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John E. Wylie Jr. and Lucille Ramsey Wylie.
He proudly served his country as a United States Army veteran.
He is survived by his children: Amy Cunningham (Tim), Jason Wylie (Robyn), and Julie Johnson (Robert); his grandsons: Tyler Cunningham (Ashley),...
Lester William Isbell
Jul 30, 2026
With deep love, we announce the passing of Lester William Isbell– a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather who passed away on the evening of July 29th, 2026 in Batesville, Arkansas, surrounded by his loving family.
Lester was born on April 5th, 1959 in Birmingham, Alabama to Winnie Ruth Mitchell and Elvie William Isbell, and he was raised and lived in...
Darrell Dean White
Jul 30, 2026
Darrell Dean White, 64, of Batesville, AR, was called to his Heavenly Home on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Darrell was born on July 5, 1962, in Batesville, AR, to the late Elmer F. White and F. Margaret (Neiderbrach) White. He was of the Christian faith. Darrell worked as an auto body repairman for most of his adult life. He worked...
Gerald Thomas Goodnight
Jul 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dr. G. Thomas Goodnight
With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life exceptionally well lived, we announce the passing of Dr. G. Thomas Goodnight—beloved husband, father, scholar, teacher, mentor, and friend.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Antoinette Goodnight, and his brother, David Goodnight.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years,...
Mary Ellen Harmon
Jul 23, 2026
Mary Ellen Bossi Harmon of Bethesda passed away on Thursday, July 23. Mary was 95 years old. She was born to Donald Bossi and Josephine Broderick in May of 1931 in Chicago, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters, a brother, two half-brothers, and her husband, Albert Leon Harmon. She is survived by 4 children, Michael,...
Phillip Dale Morris
Jul 23, 2026
Phillip Dale Morris, 67, passed away on July 23, 2026, at home in Sulphur Rock, AR. He was born on September 23, 1958, in Oxford, Ohio, to the late Thomas Alvin Morris and Imogene Sawyers. Phillip was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was always picking on people and laughing. Above all else, Phillip was a hard worker, a good...
Jerry Randall "Randy" Jones
Jul 22, 2026
Jerry Randall “Randy” Jones, 70, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Batesville, AR. He was born on July 4, 1956, in Batesville, AR, to the late Finis “Bud” Jones and Clarice (Perryman) Jones. Randy enjoyed being outside, whether it was fishing, yardsaling, grilling, or working in the yard with his plants. He loved his Pomeranian, Bubba. Randy retired from...
Christine Roberts
Jul 22, 2026
Christine McCue Roberts, 61, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family.
Christine was born on July 19, 1965, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late Carlton “Carl” Irvin Sheridan and Clara Virginia McCue Sheridan.
Christine had a deep love for the outdoors and embraced life with an adventurous spirit. She found joy in horseback riding, drawing, traveling,...
Raymond Lee Haskins
Jul 12, 2026
Raymond Lee Haskins, 70, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Batesville, AR. He was born on October 8, 1955, in Batesville, AR, to the late Joe Haskins and Maurine (McSpadden) Haskins. Raymond was an avid deer hunter and gardener. He loved his John Deere mower and mowed the whole neighborhood, accepting pies as payment. Raymond was a framer and...
Teresa Loraine Corter
Jul 7, 2026
Teresa “Sissy” Loraine (Burns) Corter, 40, of Carter County, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Teresa was born on February 8, 1986, in Batesville, to Tressa (Williams) Allen and the late Bill Burns. Sissy was a loving and outgoing individual with a deep passion for art and tattoos. She cherished her family above all, especially her children, nieces,...
Whitney Diane Qualls
Jul 1, 2026
Whitney Diane Qualls, 39, of Houston, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2026. Born on May 5, 1987, in Batesville, Arkansas, Whitney’s time with us was far too short, but the love, joy, and encouragement she shared will live on forever.
After graduating high school, Whitney made Houston her home and attended Texas Southern University. She later moved to Atlanta, Georgia,...
Rachel Estelle Butler
Jul 1, 2026
Rachel Estelle Butler, 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2026, in Batesville, AR. She was born on February 12, 1944, in Columbus, Georgia, to the late Woodrow E. Roberts and Minnie (Foushee) Roberts. Estelle owned and operated Butler Pet Store for thirty years. She enjoyed gardening and canning her own produce. Above all else, she loved spending...
Geneva "Jean" M. Rorex
Jun 24, 2026
Geneva “Jean” M. (Stroud) Rorex, 87, of Southside, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Geneva was born on January 17, 1939, in Jamestown, AR, to the late Thurl Stroud and Bertha (Richardson) Stroud. She was a Christian and worshiped the Lord as a member of Jamestown Baptist Church. In her spare time, Geneva enjoyed...
Bobby Gene Hughes
Jun 23, 2026
Bobby Gene Hughes, 90, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026. He was born on
September 13, 1935, in Williford, Arkansas, to Walter E. Hughes and Bessie M. Yates Hughes.
Bobby was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Rebecca Lucille Denton Hughes; his brothers,
Roland Hughes, Oland Hughes, and W.E. Hughes; and his sisters, Wearlene Crook...
Jimmy Carl Pool
Jun 20, 2026
Jimmy Carl Pool
Jimmy Carl Pool, 87, of Batesville, Arkansas, went home to be with his Lord on June 20, 2026, at his home. He was born September 9, 1938, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Robert and Pearl Pool.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Pearl Pool; his sister, Linda Rutledge; and his infant daughter, Judy Lynn Pool.
Jimmy is...
