Obituary Listing

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...

Feb 24, 2025

Quetta Johnston Nelson Hamblin passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025. She was born on May 24, 1944, to the late Ralph "Frosty" Johnston and Edith Johnston. She attended Cushman schools and married Walter Nelson in 1962. She worked at White Rodgers in Batesville for more than 25 years. She loved playing cards, family vacations, and the Arkansas Razorback...

Feb 24, 2025

Verna Cassidy Comfort, 84, passed away at home in Batesville, AR on February 24, 2025. She was born on July 25, 1940, in Batesville, AR to the late Edward "Bill" Scarbrough and Anna (Howard) Scarbrough. Verna liked art and painting and enjoyed traveling around playing guitar and singing with her sisters. She was a Jehovah's Witness and when she...

Feb 11, 2025

Thomas Richard Henderson, 63, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Fort Smith, AR. He was born on March 24, 1961, in Newport, AR, to the late Ardy Lee Henderson and Lucy (McClain) Henderson. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Richard, lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure.

A proud Army veteran, Richard dedicated many...

Feb 8, 2025

Donald Gene Wherry, 83, of Charlotte, AR, died on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Don was born on March 27, 1941, in Newark, AR, to the late Paul Daniel Wherry and Esther Pauline (Griffin) Wherry. Don was of Christian faith and served the Lord as a member of the Charlotte Church of Christ in Charlotte, AR. Don served his country...

Feb 5, 2025

Daisy Prince, aged 96, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 5th, 1928, in Batesville, AR, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose unwavering love and dedication shaped the lives of her five beautiful children.

As a loving Mother, she cherished her children, providing unwavering support and...

Feb 4, 2025

Jerry Ruel Treadway, 62, passed away on February 4, 2025, at home in Batesville, AR. He was born on May 24, 1962, in Batesville, AR, to the late Woodrow Treadway Jr. and Leda Mae (Blevins) Treadway. Jerry was a US Army veteran and served during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He did two active tours of duty during his time in...

Feb 2, 2025

Nay Eugene Broderson, 62, of Southside, AR, died on Sunday, February 2, 2025; Nay was born on November 9, 1962, in Martinez, CA. Nay enjoyed fishing and building things in his workshop, and he adored cats. Aside from his own 6 cats, Nay loved to go to the river and feed the strays. He had a big heart and...

Feb 1, 2025

Charles Lawrence Campbell II, 44, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Batesville, AR. He was born on March 21, 1980, in Newport, AR, to Charles Lawrence Campbell and Alberta (Holt) Barber. Charlie was a Godly man, who could often be found witnessing to everyone he met. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed...