Obituary Listing

Dec 17, 2024

Shirley Annette Thomas, 77, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on March 25, 1947, in Newport, AR, to the late Tommy Sutterfield and Jeanette (Westerman) Sutterfield. Shirley was of the Baptist faith. She loved fishing and playing bingo. Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend who will be greatly...

Dec 16, 2024

Fred Dale Milligan

March 31, 1934 – December 16, 2024

Fred is survived by his wife of 46 years, Beverly, four of his five children from his marriage to Shirley Jean Dowell, (deceased) and their partners/spouses: Fred Milligan Jr., (Agata),  Linda Wallis, (Joe) Lisa Kelley Healy, (James), Shawn Milligan, (Candice),  Beverly's daughter Kim McDoniel and...

Dec 14, 2024

Anna Irene Davis, 91, passed away on December 14, 2024, in Cave City, AR. She was born on March 31, 1933, in Newport, AR to the late Robert Emery and Ada (Davis) Emery. Anna was of the Baptist faith. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed watching game shows like Family Feud, and...

Dec 8, 2024

Connie Gale Henderson, 68, passed away on December 8, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on June 3, 1956, in Batesville, AR to the late Jerry Hatler and Cora (Morse) Hatler. Connie enjoyed making jewelry and sewing. Above all else, she loved spending time with her family.

Connie is survived by her son, Joe Parker (Tina);...

Dec 7, 2024

Russell "Rusty" Alan Moore, age 60, of Batesville, AR passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Rusty was born February 19, 1964, in Pine Bluff, AR to the late Martha (Mayfield) Moore and Lonnis H. Moore. He attended Woodlawn High School, where he graduated in 1982. Rusty also attended UAM where he pitched for the Boll Weevils. He was...

Dec 5, 2024

Sandi Deann Zahn, 29, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Cave City, AR. She was born on March 5, 1995, in Newport, AR, to the late Roger Zahn and Deanna (Henry) Zahn. When Sandi was born, her father called her "Little Red Bird", as she was the first redhead on their side of the family. Sandi enjoyed...

Dec 1, 2024

Sherrill Almon Fagan, 82, of Pleasant Plains, AR, entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Sherrill was born on January 11, 1942, in Hillsboro, AL, to the late William Ennis Fagan and Jesse Louise (Morris) Fagan. Sherrill was of Christian faith and served the Lord as a member of Pleasant Plains First Assembly of God in...

Nov 30, 2024

Debora Ann Crow, 66, passed away on November 30, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 17, 1958, in Key West, FL to the late James Gist and Helen Marie (Wells) Gist. Debora was a Christian and a member of Charlotte Church of Christ. She loved children and was a Preschool and Kindergarten teacher...

Nov 28, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Clarence Branscum (Duck), age 69, of Batesville, Arkansas, who passed away on November 28 at home surrounded by his family and friends. Donald was born on March 19, 1955 in Mishawaka, Indiana to Clarence and Virginia Branscum.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother...

Nov 27, 2024

Brad Michael Harris, 52, of Sulphur Rock, AR, passed away on November 27, 2024, in Little Rock, AR. He was born January 26, 1972, in Royal Oak, MI, to Tommy and Susan (Shepherd) Harris.

Brad graduated from Sulphur Rock High School and UCA. He enjoyed all sports, playing pool, camping, and fishing (especially with his dad). He...

Nov 23, 2024

Joan M. Baker, 77, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, in Little Rock, AR. She was born on December 15, 1946, in Reed City, Michigan to the late Matthew Mattzela and Kathryn (Keiling) Mattzela. Joan enjoyed going to casinos, playing bingo, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team play. Joan was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother,...

Nov 18, 2024

Pheoba Elizabeth Moore (Red), 62, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on July 28, 1962, in Batesville, AR, to the late Alford Presley Moore and Opal Leola "Patricia" (Wilson) Moore. Pheoba worked at Arnold Kawasaki-Yamaha for over twenty years as a finance office manager. She loved to cross-stitch, play bingo, and listen...

Nov 16, 2024

Isaac Harold Holley "Big Axle", of Cord, AR, passed away on November 16, 2024. He was born on March 29th, 1954, in Batesville, AR, to I. T. and Maxine Holley. He drove a truck for forty plus years. Harold enjoyed spending time with family, going fishing, and camping, and he really enjoyed his lottery. His favorite color was red....

Nov 12, 2024

Jackie Sue Embrey, 77, passed away on November 12, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on January 27, 1947, in Batesville, AR to the late Carthel Cleo Chavers and Fredith Faye (Kimbrough) Chavers. Jackie was of the Christian faith and attended church at John 3:16 when she was able. She was also a member of the ASPCA. Jackie...

Nov 11, 2024

Erin Larhea Gilbert-Gorham, 68, of Batesville, AR, died on Monday, November 11, 2024.  Erin was born on May 13, 1956, in West Covina, CA, to the late Alpheus Leon Gilbert and Myra Larhea (Moore) Gilbert. Erin was of Christian faith, and she worshiped the Lord as a member of Harrison Street Church of Christ in Batesville. Erin had a...

Nov 11, 2024

Barbara Joann Worley, 88, passed away on November 11, 2024, in Cushman, AR. She was born on September 7, 1936, in Denver, CO, to the late John Lester Trumble and Sarah Goldean (Goss) Trumble. Barbara enjoyed watching tv, reading, and going to the library every week. She was a member of the Rock Outreach Church in Cushman. Barbara was...

Nov 9, 2024

Phillip Lynn Gibson, 72, passed away on November 9, 2024, in Batesville, AR. He was born on January 24, 1952, in Batesville, AR, to the late Clede Gibson and Lucille (Pectol) Gibson. Phillip loved his family, baseball, basketball, and was an avid fisherman. Phillip was a long time Special Olympic volunteer and a professional wrestler for fifty years, who...

Nov 3, 2024

Edith "Edie" Marie Rone, 50, of Batesville entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024. Edie was born on April 4, 1974, in Batesville, to Charles Rone and the late Elizabeth Moore. Edie was of Christian faith and served the Lord as a devoted member of Maple Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Rosie. Edie's faith was evident...

Nov 2, 2024

Donice Woodward, 78, of Desha, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 2, 2024. She was born October 26, 1946, in Desha, AR, to the late Lee Roy Harmon and Roberta 'Alexander' Harmon. Donice attended Southside Assembly of God church. Donice and Charles owned a bakery together for over forty years in Batesville. Donice...

Oct 31, 2024

Finis Allen Barnes, 75, passed away on October 31, 2024, in Little Rock, AR. He was born on December 21, 1948, in Batesville, AR to the late David "Cotton" Barnes Sr. and Montine (Laster)Barnes. In his younger years, Finis liked to play softball. He enjoyed painting on canvases, karaoke, and listening to music. Finis had just recently purchased an...