Obituary Listing

Feb 2, 2020

Mary Lou Kent, 82, passed away February 2, 2020. She was born March 17, 1937 in Dias Colony, Arkansas to Banjamine and Essie Kent. She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Nancy and Ann Kent; and grandson Joseph Moody. She is survived by her son, Ben (Sonia) Davis; daughters, Mary Davis and Nancy Moody; sisters, Bennie Wheeler...

Jan 28, 2020

Nichole Elaine Smith, 30, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on January 28, 2020. She was born on November 30, 1989, in Batesville, Arkansas to Robert and Sherri Lynn Brady.

Nichole was a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, daughter-in-law, and friend. Her smile could light up a room, and her kindness to others and strong faith in...

Jan 26, 2020

Catherine Elizabeth Branscum, 68, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on January 26, 2020. She was born on January 21, 1952, in San Bernadino, CA to Charles and Margaret Loveland. Catherine was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and best friend.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, David Loveland and Charles Loveland, and sister,...

Jan 21, 2020

On January 21st, 2020 Dorothy "Dodie" Dolan passed into her new life. Born in Villa Park, Illinois, to Wesley and Dorothy "Dottie" Gee, she had one sister, Barbara. Dodie later became a wife, mother of four, grandmother of ten, great-grandmother of six, and a prayer warrior for them all. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years,...

Jan 15, 2020

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...

Jan 11, 2020

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.

Jan 9, 2020

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...

Jan 9, 2020

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.

Jan 6, 2020

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 ...

Jan 6, 2020

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...

Jan 4, 2020

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.

Dec 29, 2019

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,...

Dec 29, 2019

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...

Dec 28, 2019

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...

Dec 23, 2019

Linda Sue (Winkle) Mitchell, 64 passed away on  December 23, 2019 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro,Arkansas. She was born on November 17,1955 in Batesville, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents Dwine Winkle and Margie Rudene (Anderson) Winkle.

Linda worked for White River Medical Center in various positions and retired in 2014 after 38...

Dec 21, 2019

Edwin Edward Spinks, 90, of Locust Grove passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019. Edwin was born November 16, 1929, in Wolf Bayou to the late John Lloyd and Sula Reed Spinks. He served the Lord Jesus Christ in life and was a dedicated member at Oak Grove Church in Wolf Bayou. Ed was an avid Concord Pirate fan; he...

Dec 9, 2019

Robert Lee Sherrill, 53, of Batesville passed away Monday, December 9, 2019. Robert was born November 5, 1966 in Batesville, AR to Alfred Sherrill and Treva (Mead) Martin.  Robert served his country honorably in the United States Army and later in the National Guard. Robert loved to cook. He was a cook in the Army and worked in the...

Dec 7, 2019

Royce Vern Knowles of Batesville, AR passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019, at the age of 79. Royce was born October 28, 1940 to the late Hubert Vest and Agnes (Cheney) Vest in Boswell, AR. Royce served the Lord, Jesus Christ, in life as well as a member at First United Methodist Church in Batesville. Her faith was evident...

Dec 2, 2019

Coy Gene Morse, 71, the beloved spouse and companion of 20 years to Sylvia Partida Morse and member of Los Vaqueros Trailriders entered into eternal rest on the 2nd day of December 2019. Born in Cord, Arkansas on the 22nd day of April 1948 is preceded in death by his parents: Harve Thomas W. Sr. & Ruby Morse, siblings:...

Dec 1, 2019

Ricky Loyd McGaha passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at the age of 59. Ricky was born August 21, 1960 in Mishawaka, IN to the late Loyd Lawrence McGaha and Gennie M. (Russell) McGaha. Ricky was the Fleet Manager at Triple Transport in Judsonia, AR for the past 9 years and knew trucks inside and out. Whether it was...