Obituary Listing

Apr 15, 2025

Patricia (Childress) Anderson, 72, of Batesville was born on October 13, 1953, in Marked Tree, AR, to the late Bryan Claude Childress and Sadie Aleen (Woods) Childress. On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, we learned that Heaven had gained another angel, whereas Patricia and her daughter, Teresa Owens, were in the presence of Jesus. Patricia was of Christian faith and...

Apr 15, 2025

Teresa Renee (Reed) Owens, 53, of Batesville, was born on November 4, 1971, in Osceola, AR, to the late James Reed, Jr. and Patricia (Childress) Anderson. On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, we learned that Heaven had gained another angel, whereas Teresa and her mother, Patricia Anderson, were in the presence of Jesus. Teresa was of Christian faith and attended...

Apr 7, 2025

Obituary for Frankye M. Walker (prepared by Frankye M. Walker)

Newark, AR.

Wife, sister, mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Frankye M. Walker, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at the age of 81. Frankye was born in Cleveland, MS on September 20, 1943, to the late Frank L. Marshall Jr and Elsie (Warren) Gill. She...

Apr 4, 2025

Maria Isabel Zamora, de 76 años, falleció el 4 de abril de 2025, en Batesville, AR. Nació el 12 de julio de 1948, en San Felipe Aztatan, Nayarit, México, hija de J. Refugio Paz Madrid y Agustina Arciniega Sillas. (difuntos). María era de fe católica y asistió a la Iglesia  Católica de Sta. María, Batesville. Le gustaba plantar flores,...

Apr 3, 2025

Francis Edwin Jackson, 90, of Desha, AR entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at his home. He was born September 23, 1934, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Henry Strong Jackson and Mildred Berry Jackson Moorefield.

In 1966, Mr. Jackson married Mrs. Jo Ann Carpenter Jackson at Winbourn United Methodist Church in Baton Rouge, LA....

Apr 3, 2025

Dorine Kay Davis, 60, of Evening Shade, Arkansas, passed away on April 3, 2025. She was born on July 31, 1964, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to the late Cleo Lorentz and Mary Woods.

Dorine spent many years working as a retail manager at a convenience store, where her kindness and humor left a lasting impression on those...

Apr 3, 2025

Evelyn Marie Riley, 72, passed away on April 3, 2025, in Batesville, AR. She was born on September 24, 1952, in Cushman, AR, to the late Clarence Benton and Laneal (Winkle) Benton. Evelyn was a housewife most of her life, but she also worked at White Rodgers for several years. She liked fishing, crafting, and attending craft shows. Evelyn...

Mar 28, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Mona Raye Hardaway,67, who entered eternal rest on March 28, 2025. She was born on November 26, 1956, in Batesville, Arkansas, to the late Nathaniel Hennings and Lena "Osborne" Hennings and made her home in Newport, Arkansas, where she touched many lives with her kindness, warmth, and love.

Mar 27, 2025

Billie Joe Gardner Sr., 92, of Batesville, AR, died on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Billie was born on February 25, 1933, in Scotland, AR, to the late Samuel Franklin Gardner and Marjorie (Wade) Gardner. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy. Billie was a hard worker and enjoyed the years he spent working on the railroad....

Mar 17, 2025

Audra Bedia (Calhoun) Stott, 80, of Southside, entered the gates of Heaven on Monday, March 17, 2025. Audra was born on October 10, 1944, in Texarkana, AR, to the late James Calhoun and Exa (Turnage) Calhoun. Audra was of Christian faith, and she had a passion for serving God that shaped her entire life. She was a minister, and...

Mar 14, 2025

Evelyn (Fulbright) Ginn passed away Friday, March 14, at her home in Cushman, Arkansas. Evelyn was born June 16th, 1943, to parents Dennis and Ruby (Helmnes) Fulbright in Cushman.

While in her early teens they moved to McFarland, California where Evelyn finished school and met the love of her life, John Ginn. They were married in November...

Mar 14, 2025

Sherry May Vannattan, 55, of Batesville, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, at home, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on December 25, 1969, in Blytheville, Arkansas, Sherry brought joy to those around her through life's simple moments—playing Rook and Yahtzee with her family, cooking, and sharing her wonderful sense of humor with those she loved....

Mar 10, 2025

Edward Narce Hager, 77, passed away peacefully at home in Desha, AR, on March 10, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1947, in Batesville, AR, to the late William Narce Hager and Anna (Hassell) Hager. Ed graduated from Sulphur Rock High School in 1964 and married Janice (Patterson) Hager in 1968. He was a member of Southside Church...

Mar 9, 2025

Jason Thaniel Davis, 48, of Batesville, AR, died on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born on April 3, 1976, to Linda (Jeffrey) Davis and the late Ronnie Davis. Jason loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, and being out on the lake with his children. He adored his children, so anything he did, he preferred to do it with...

Mar 9, 2025

Mary Lafate Ballard

Mary Lafate Ballard, 85, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 21, 1939, in Magness, she was the daughter of the late V.C. Prickett and Esther (Prichard) Prickett. Mary was a woman whose heart knew no bounds. A devoted mother and...

Mar 8, 2025

Craig Easton, 74, passed away peacefully at home in Batesville, AR, on March 8, 2025. He was born on March 22, 1950, in South Bend, Indiana, to Donald Lee Easton and Ruth Ann (Leonhard) Easton. Craig retired from the military and was a member of the US Marine Corps and the US Navy. He enjoyed gardening, watching sports, and...

Mar 5, 2025

Linda Lou Henry, 75, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Batesville, AR. She was born on December 8, 1949, in Rio Vista, California, to the late Marvin Linville and Mary (Barnes) Linville. Linda enjoyed going to yard sales, painting, cooking, canning, and gardening. She also loved to play music and even played guitar in a band for...

Mar 3, 2025

Anetta Elizabeth Horton, 90, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 2, 1934, to the late Raleigh Horton and Thelma Payne, Anetta lived a life filled with faith, service, and a love for learning.

A dedicated educator, Anetta spent her career teaching with passion and purpose,...

Mar 1, 2025

Clint Freeman, 52, of Charlotte, died on Saturday, March 1, 2025. He was born on January 20, 1973, in Minden, LA, to Byrette (Morgan) Hawkins, and the late Maulen Hawkins. He was of the Christian faith. Clint loved to cook on the grill, read, watch MMA, and listen to music, especially heavy Rock N' Roll. Clint enjoyed working in...

Feb 25, 2025

Carma Lou Poskey, 85, of Sulphur Rock, Arkansas, passed away on February 25, 2025, at White River Medical Center. She was born on April 18, 1939, in Center, Arkansas, to the late Charles Magness Harrison and Virgie Bell Brandon.

Carma was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, known for her kindness and warm heart. She enjoyed...