Obituary Listing

Oct 31, 2023

Ronnie "Tom" Wayne Burns, 67, passed away on October 31, 2023. He was born on May 15, 1956, in Cushman, Arkansas, to Lloyd and Ravi Burns.

Tom was kind, funny, and outgoing. He took everyone under his wing and was a father figure to many people. Tom never met a stranger and was loved by all who...

Oct 31, 2023

James Junior King, 92, passed away on October 31, 2023, in Salado, AR. He was born on September 10, 1931, in Newport, AR to the late William Edgar King and Lorene (Honey) King. James enjoyed fishing, raising a garden, and collecting antiques, especially oil lamps. He also loved to play bluegrass music in Mountain View. Above all else, James...

Oct 29, 2023

Larry Allen Engles, 81, of Magness, AR, died on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Larry was born on August 12, 1942, in Salado, AR, to the late Allen Ray Engles and Dora Etta Manuel. Larry was of the Christian faith and was one of the charter members of Newark Southern Baptist Church. Larry served his country honorably in the United...

Oct 27, 2023

Marsha Lynn (Merrell) Moody, 44, of Salt Lake City, UT, died on October 27, 2023. She was born on August 13, 1979, in Hillsboro, OR, to Douglas Ray Merrell and Debra Jean Harward. She is survived by both of her parents; her son, Spencer Trujillo; her daughters, Ciara Rae Trujillo and Kenden Merrell; 2 brothers, 5 sisters, and several...

Oct 26, 2023

James Dean Harper, 63, passed away on October 26, 2023. He was born on January 24, 1960, in West Plains, Missouri, to David and Patricia Harper.

James was outgoing and had an easy-going personality, as he could get along with about anyone. He enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, or just drinking coffee and enjoying nature. He...

Oct 21, 2023

Tanna Woodward, 55, of Oil Trough passed away Saturday, October 21st, 2023.

Tanna was born March 27th, 1968, to Charles and Donice Woodward.

Tanna attended many churches.  She was a church hopper she loved them all.

Tanna was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents. Leroy and Roberta Harmon of Desha, and...

Oct 20, 2023

Billie "Bill" Landon Cullum, 86, passed away on October 20, 2023. He was born in Higden, Arkansas, on December 25, 1936, to Doc and M.E. Cullum.

Bill was very outgoing and hardworking. He owned Cullum Auto Parts store and worked for Crow-Burlingame for over 44 years. Bill was known all over town for his expertise in part...

Oct 17, 2023

Lucinda Garcia, 68, passed away on October 17, 2023. She was born on March 7, 1955, in Alice, Texas to Alonzo Flores and Ageda (Munoz) Flores. Lucinda enjoyed bingo, casinos, and cooking. She attended St. Mary's Catholic Church and attended every time she was able. Lucinda loved traveling and visiting family.

Lucinda is survived by her husband,...

Oct 17, 2023

Delbert Eugene Harris passed away on October 17, 2023, in Batesville, Arkansas. He was born on March 29, 1941, in Sturkie, Arkansas. Delbert enjoyed fishing, watching westerns, and spending time with his dog, Hammer. Delbert was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all those who loved him.

Delbert is survived...

Oct 17, 2023

Edward Lee Speakman, 72, passed away on October 17, 2023. He was born in Plano, Texas, on May 27, 1951, to Walter and Helen Speakman.

Ed was a simple man who had a charming yet strong-willed personality. He also had a dry sense of humor, but once you got to know Ed you would find that he...

Oct 5, 2023

Cleofas "Tony" Antonio Maya, 42, of Batesville, died on Thursday, October 5th, 2023. Tony was born on June 4, 1981, in Talihina, OK. He was of Presbyterian Christian faith. Tony loved to work with his hands. He enjoyed tinkering around with old motors, whether it was in a classic car or a lawn mower. Tony also enjoyed playing video...

Oct 2, 2023

Donna Lorraine Cook, 89, also known as Ms. Donna, Granny Cook, and Mama, passed away on October 2, 2023. She was born to blind parents, raised with a multitude of cousins, and died with the peace of a woman who knew she was loved. Her spirit was strong but, in the end, her body failed her. Always the peacemaker,...

Oct 1, 2023

John Truman Baker, 71, of Batesville, died on Sunday, October 1, 2023. John was born on June 26, 1952, in Newport, AR, to the late John W. Baker and Cora Evelyn (Murray) Baker. John enjoyed working with his hands, always looking to stay busy fixing things and working around the house. He loved to fish and also enjoyed his...

Oct 1, 2023

Jerry Tilman Croslin, 72, passed away on October 1, 2023, in Jonesboro, AR. He was born on January 19, 1951, in Little Rock, AR to Leonard Croslin and Opal (Armstrong) Croslin. Jerry enjoyed fishing, camping, and playing cards. Above all else, he loved spending time with his family.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Betty (Anderson) Croslin;...

Sep 19, 2023

Ricky Dale Weaver, 67, passed away on September 19, 2023. He was born in Lawrence, Kansas, on January 4, 1956, to Marcus and Jewell Weaver.

Rick, also known as "Pop Weaver" to his grandkids, was passionate about his hobby business, Air Magic Fireworks. To him, fireworks were an art that appealed to all senses. He took pride...

Sep 11, 2023

Malisa Jayne Spooner-Essmeyer, 63, passed away on September 11, 2023, in Batesville, Arkansas. She was born on March 8, 1960, in St. Louis, Missouri to Henry "Hank" Essmeyer and Thelma (Caldwell) Essmeyer. Malisa was fun, witty, and a free spirit. She enjoyed dancing, and crafting, and loved animals, especially her cat and dog. Malisa traveled all over the world...

Sep 9, 2023

Yvonne Joy Neel, 67, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She is now safely in the arms of God. She was born in Batesville, Arkansas, on December 23, 1955, to Ellis and Veda Ford White.

Yvonne, like her middle name, was a joyful person. She was a member of Eastside Pentecostal...

Sep 7, 2023

Barbara Kay Skripko, 80, passed away on September 7, 2023. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on September 19, 1942. Barbara was kind and outgoing. She was of the Catholic faith and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Barbara enjoyed reading, needlepointing, cross-stitching, painting ceramics, and especially spending time with her cats. She was a loving mother, grandmother,...

Sep 5, 2023

Betty Yvonne Burns, 36, passed away on September 5, 2023. She was born in Newport, Arkansas, on June 8, 1987, to Bill Burns and Tressa (Williams) Allen.

She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Betty Bunn; grandfather, Jessie Williams; and aunts, Lisa Magness and Opal Williams. She is survived by her father, Bill Burns (Nikki) of...

Sep 5, 2023

Shirley May Nanney, 85, passed away on September 5, 2023. She was born in Judsonia, Arkansas, to Frank and Jessie Lawrence.

Shirley was a simple woman who enjoyed the simple things in life. She loved to bake and cook, and she made sure that nobody ever left her home hungry. She also enjoyed flower gardening, taking care...