Obituary Listing

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...

Nov 29, 2019

Judy Kay Neely, 70, of Batesville passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born January 29, 1949, to the late Searcy and Lillie (McCoy) McCurn. She was of the Christian faith and served the Lord as a member at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Batesville. Judy loved to fish, sing, cook, and travel,...

Nov 28, 2019

Fred Henry Wilson Jr., 59, of Batesville passed away Thursday, November 28, 2019. He was born March 16, 1960 to Fred Henry Wilson Sr. and Linda Lou (Spearman) Wilson in Louisville, KY. Fred was an avid NASCAR fan, loved fishing and was a great handyman. He enjoyed working with his hands, whether it be carpentry or mechanic work. Fred...

Nov 26, 2019

James Ray Davis, 85, of Batesville passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019. James was called home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ as he was a devout believer in the Gospel and served the Lord in life as well as being a member of the First Assembly of God in Batesville. James worked for the Arkansas State Highway...

Nov 20, 2019

Wesley Eugene Berryhill, born on May 16th, 1953 in Saline Co Arkansas, lost his battle with cancer on November 20th, 2019 while at home  with his family at the age of 66. Wesley graduated from Violet Hill School in 1971 and entered the US Air Force stationed at Laredo and Sheppard Air Force Bases. Throughout his life, Wesley was...

Nov 8, 2019

Williard Richard Hood Jr., of Newark, passed away Friday, November 8, 2019, at the age of 60. Richard was born November 22, 1958, to Williard Richard Hood Sr. and Virginia Jean Bearly in Moulton, AL. He served his country proudly in the US Navy. He enjoyed working on computers. He was a very sharp analyst, wrote code, and worked...

Nov 8, 2019

Danny Gene Caniff, 74, passed away at his Sulphur Rock home on November 8, 2019. He is the son of Nellie Fulbright Martin and Robert (Bob) Caniff, which, both, preceded him in death along with his sister Betty Jo Martin Smith.

Danny is survived by his wife of 34 years, Louise Caniff; two daughters, Shelia Caniff Huff...

Nov 5, 2019

Shirley Waldene Floyd passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at the age of 92. Waldene was surrounded by her loving family as she was called home to be with the Lord Jesus. She was born August 16, 1927 to the late Walter and Edith (Mitchell) Bachman. Waldene enjoyed sewing and gardening but her life's joy and passion was her...

Nov 4, 2019

Khristina F. "Khristy" Michalski, 50 of Citrus Springs, FL passed away Monday November 4, 2019 at her home. She was born on Christmas Day in 1968 to Frank Roberts and Louise (Lee) Roberts in Batesville, Arkansas. She went to Florida twelve years ago with her family from Ft. Carson, Colorado. Khristy was a very strong willed and determined woman....