Donald Clarence Branscum
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...
Brad Michael Harris
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...
Joan M Baker
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,...
Pheoba Elizabeth Moore
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...
Isaac Harold Holley
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....
Jackie Sue Embrey
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...
Erin Larhea Gilbert-Gorham
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...
Barbara Joann Worley
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...
Phillip Lynn Gibson
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...
Edith "Edie" Marie Rone
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...
Donice Woodward
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...
Finis Allen Barnes
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...
Ella Faye Scroggins
Oct 26, 2024
Ella Faye Scroggins, 86, of Marcella, went to her Heavenly Home on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Faye was born on April 20, 1938, to OT Anderson and Verna (Cochran) Anderson. After graduating Pleasant Grove High School, she married her high school sweetheart on August 4, 1956. Jim and Faye were married for 68 years. Faye was a faithful and...
Malcom "Mickey" Hix Iii
Oct 22, 2024
On October 22, 2024, God suddenly called Malcom Hix III home to Heaven. Malcom Hix III, also known as "Mickey" was born on March 7th, 1975, in Batesville, Arkansas to Malcom Hix Jr. and Jimmie Carol (Buie) Hix and waiting at home were two proud sisters, Tammy and Samantha. He arrived on this earth 3 months early and weighed...
Loyd Neil Waters Jr.
Oct 15, 2024
Loyd Neil Waters Jr., 56, of Batesville, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. He was born September 22, 1968, in Batesville, AR, to Loyd Neil Waters Sr. and Donna 'Engles' Waters (Dupree). Loyd Jr. was an energetic and giving man who loved his son, family, and friends. Loyd loved to sing and had a...
James Clinton Payton
Oct 13, 2024
James Clinton Payton passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024, in Batesville AR. James was born on January 10, 1929, to the late Clarence and Orpha "Everett" Payton. James owned a furniture store for many years. He loved to buy things and fix them up. James loved to work in the yard and enjoyed going to auctions. James...
Sheila Gale Herekamp
Oct 13, 2024
Sheila Gale Herekamp, 69, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on June 29, 1955, in Marana, Arizona to the late Clarence Leon Boozer and Sally Jo (Aldridge) Boozer. Sheila was a cross-country truck driver with her husband and enjoyed seeing all the sights as they were driving. She enjoyed going to the...
Jimmie Dewayne Bell
Oct 8, 2024
Jimmie Dewayne Bell, 88, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on October 8, 2024. He was born in Batesville to Lee Roy Bell and Ida June Swaim Bell. Jimmie was raised in the Limedale area and graduated from Cushman in 1955. After marrying Jean, they eventually moved to California until they retired in 2000 and moved back home to Batesville....
Mary Kathryn Scarbrough
Oct 2, 2024
Mary Kathryn Scarbrough, 72, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, in Batesville, AR. She was born on May 27, 1952, in Leachville, AR, to the late John Hendrix and Esther Hall. Mary was a member of Cushman United Methodist Church. She was always very involved in the church, even starting their food pantry and clothing room. She enjoyed...
Arlie Cornelius Stone
Sep 30, 2024
Arlie Cornelius Stone, 85, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, in Sulphur Rock, AR. He was born on November 7, 1938, in Cord, AR, to the late Arlie Stone and Nellie (Henderson) Stone. Arlie loved going to flea markets and auctions and collected aluminum cans and barrels to resell. He also enjoyed cutting wood, gardening, and selling his...
