Obituary Listing

Apr 24, 2021

Neldon Lee Hester, 76, of Southside, AR passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021. Neldon was born October 29, 1944, in Ellis, AR to the late James Homer Hester and Cora Elizabeth Henry. Neldon served his country honorably in the United States Navy. He served 3 tours in Vietnam and served during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Neldon loved driving race...

Apr 24, 2021

Nancy Mabry Franks, Nurse, Musician, Storyteller, Dies at 82

In the end, we all become stories, which Nancy (McCommas) Mabry Franks wouldn't have any other way. She lived a full life, beating the odds time and again, wracking up a treasure-trove of stories to last for generations.

She died peacefully at 82-years-old surrounded by family...

Apr 16, 2021

Terry Lynn Yost, Sr. passed away in Batesville, Arkansas on April 16th, 2021 at the age of 79.

Terry is predeceased by his parents, Leonard and Irene Altom Yost of Batesville.

Terry is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Shirley Ann Lambert Yost.  They were married in Tupelo, Mississippi on October 4th, 1970....

Apr 12, 2021

John Raymond Agan passed away Monday, April 12, 2021, at the age of 75. John was born on October 3, 1945, to Raymond Agan and Mary Lou Boyce Agan in Whittier, California.

John loved to watch NASCAR, especially when Dale Earnhardt JR. was driving. You could also find him outside woodworking, probably wearing something red, which was...

Apr 10, 2021

Tommy Ray Hartwick passed away on April 10, 2021, at the age of 70.  Tommy was born in Batesville on May 14, 1950, to the late Orvin and Lorene (Moore) Hartwick. From the time Tommy was a boy his heart belonged in nature. Whether it was out on the water enjoying one of his many overnight float trips, fishing,...

Apr 9, 2021

Brian Merl Day, 67, of Hardy, AR died Friday, April 9, 2021, in Batesville, AR. He was born January 4, 1954, in Twin Falls, Idaho to the late Arthur A. Day and Elda (Huff) Hayward. Brian spent the first half of his life in Utah. After retirement, he moved to the Highland/Hardy area of Arkansas and became the owner/operator...

Apr 7, 2021

Tammy Sue Stufflebeam passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at the age of 55. Tammy was born on January 1, 1966, to Richard Dean Kruzan and Mary Lou Smith in Canton, Illinois.

Tammy loved to sing karaoke and dance. But most of all, she loved spending time with her family, friends, and especially her beloved dog Thor....

Mar 26, 2021

Billy Earl Franks passed away Friday, March 26, 2021, at the age of 33. Billy was born on February 9, 1988, to the late Gary Sr. and Elfreda (Young) Franks at White River Medical Center in Batesville, AR.

Billy was a man of few words, but when he talked you listened. He was a free thinker that...

Mar 26, 2021

Eva Louise (Smith) King of Salado passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021, at the age of 85. Louise was born September 10, 1935, in Newport, AR. She enjoyed working in the yard with her flowers and plants, canning and cooking and was a collector of many things. Louise is preceded in death by her parents, Hughie and Eva...

Mar 16, 2021

Michael Justin Hogeland, 63, passed away on Tuesday, March 16th, 2021. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on April 6th, 1957. Michael served his country in his youth by joining the Marines. He loved to spend time with his family and friends, especially relaxing evenings eating and watching TV with his loving wife Robin. Michael was a great husband,...

Mar 15, 2021

John Sherman Stevens, born May 6, 1939, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021, at the age of 81.

Services are entrusted to Willis Funeral Service.

Mar 10, 2021

Timothy Anthony "Tony" Walker, 55, of Sulphur Rock died on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Tony was born March 20, 1965 in Denver, CO. Tony loved to fish. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and football, especially cheering for the Denver Broncos. He was a good man and loving father. He was always ready to help anybody that might need It and...

Mar 4, 2021

Vickie Sue Knox of Batesville died on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the age of 64. Vickie was born September 9, 1956 in Batesville, AR. She was of Baptist faith and enjoyed meeting new people, being a homemaker, and caring for her children. Vickie is preceded in death by her father, Melvin Campbell, and her sister Rita Autry. She...

Mar 3, 2021

Michael "Speedy" Gonzales, 76, of Batesville died on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born January 3, 1945 in Brisbane, Australia to the late Louis Gonzales and Audrey (Grice) Gonzales. Michael enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time. Michael retired from UPS after 30 years of dedicated service. He was of...

Mar 2, 2021

James Edward Wood, 73, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. James was born on July 18, 1947, to the late Hayden and Geraldine (Edwards) Wood in Cushman, AR. James was a very generous man with a big heart that would have done anything to help his family and friends. When he would help his family, even though he...

Mar 2, 2021

Velma Adell Beaver Wood, of Pleasant Plains passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 in Little Rock, AR at the age of 83. Velma was born October 15, 1937 in Roosevelt, AR to Theodore Roosevelt Beaver and Ina Naomi Meharg. She loved playing games on her phone, especially Words. Her intelligence was really shown in everything she did. Most...

Mar 2, 2021

Carla Sue Bryant, 60, of Batesville passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Carla was born on April 22, 1960 in Abilene, TX to the late Carl Milligan and Bonnie (Cowden) Milligan. Carla was of Christian faith and attended church at Cushman Assembly of God. Carla's faith was evident in her actions. She was very kindhearted and loved doing...

Feb 27, 2021

Anthony Quinn Knuckles, 25, passed away on February 27, 2021. He was born on April 3, 1995.

Anthony loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a loving son, grandson, brother, and friend whose memory will forever be cherished by his loved ones.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Shelly Massey...

Feb 27, 2021

Glenn Raven Clark, 69, of Batesville entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Glenn was born February 9, 1952 to the late Willie L. Clark and Ruby Lee (Wilfong) Clark Bell in Fordyce, AR. Glenn graduated from Arkansas School for the blind in 1971. He attended University of Central Arkansas, and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree...

Feb 25, 2021

Jerry Donald Midkiff, 65, of Desha died on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Jerry was born April 4, 1955 to the late James A. Midkiff and Johnnie Lee (Miles) Midkiff in Shreveport, LA. Jerry was a very humble man who valued hard work and family. He will be greatly missed and forever loved. Jerry is preceded in death by his...