David Terry Hughes, 70, of Benton, Arkansas passed away May 29, 2018. He was born February 8, 1948 in Canal Zone, Panama to the late Frank and Jessie (Shaver) Hughes. David was a graduate of Benton High School. During his high school years, he is remembered for being the class photographer. People say that if anyone could “get the photo”, David could. David received his Associate Degree in Journalism at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. He was a gifted writer and was a contributing columnist and editor at several newspaper companies, including the Saline Courier. “Hughes returned to his roots recently, moving back to Arkansas after living in Virginia for many years. The retired photographer and newspaper editor continued his skill with the Courier, publishing a lengthy column, “Views from the Clock Tower,” each Sunday in the publication’s Living section. The piece was a favorite among many longtime Saline County residents as his work usually touched on the past and how things used to be around the county.” (From Saline Courier) David was so proud to call Benton his hometown. He enjoyed listening to the police scanner, reporting on community events, and was active in social media. Preceding David in death are his wife, Lota Hughes; and parents. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, David “Davey” Hughes of Herdon, Virginia; three brothers: Stephan “Steve” Campbell and wife Trish of Hot Springs, Arkansas, James Campbell and wife Kay of Auburn, Alabama, and Ronald “Ronnie” Campbell and wife Jane of Franklin, Tennessee; grandson, Keegan; cousin and “special buddy”, Elene Murray of Alexander, Arkansas; daughter he loved as his own, Tammy Schultz-Parker; and a host of family and friends who love David and will miss him always. Per David’s request, there will be no formal funeral service. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Geraldine “Geri” Marie Clements, 79, of Mabelvale passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 27, 2018. Geri was born Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1938 in Little Rock to the late William H. and Kathryn G. Hart Williams. She was a member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening and cooking but found her greatest joy in her Lord, Jesus Christ and her family. Geri was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, Tony E. Clements; and son, William C. Clements. Geri leaves many cherished memories to daughters, Michelle Sells, Pamela Mitchell and Kathy (Terry) Swartout; sons, Tony E. (Judy) Clements Jr., and John L. (Renee) Clements. Other survivors include grandchildren, Kristin (Phillip), Lindsey, Ashley (Mark), Katy, Magan (Dustin), Zach, Alex, Adam, Savannah, and Scarlett; great-grandchildren Lily, Holden and Finley along with a host of extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 31, 2018 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church with Father Stephen Hart officiating. Rosary and visitation will begin at 10 a.m., at the church. Interment will take place at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Family recommends that donations be made in Geri’s memory to St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, 6219 Baseline Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72209. Arrangements entrusted to Moore’s Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136. Online guestbook: www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com.
Gina Lisa Poole, age 55, of Mabelvale, passed away Monday, May 28, 2018. She was born May 21, 1963 in Snyder, Texas. Gina was a former member of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her father, Ray Gene Knight and step-father, Charles Kenneth Perkins. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Perkins of Mabelvale; two daughters, Jordan Palmer (Jeremy) of Alexander and Courtney Remsing (Zach) of Bauxite and seven grandchildren, Jayden, Maddox, Brinley, Reagan, Austin, Kaitlyn and Cayden. Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 31 at Ashby Funeral Home. On-line guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Maxine D. Taylor, 61, of Mabelvale, Arkansas, passed away Monday May 28, 2018. She leaves to cherish her memory her children; Wenevere Martin, Cedric Hughes (Lisa), Tabu Hughes, Tawana White, Shawana Hughes and Crystal Taylor, siblings; Phyllis Hughes, John Hughes, Joseph Hughes, Wanda Hughes, Anita Hughes, Ann Hughes, Larry Hughes Marilyn Hughes, Georgia and a Walton and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday June 2, 2018, 11:00am, Hardy Funeral Home Memorial Chapel. The family will receive friends tomorrow from 7:15-815 p.m. at the funeral home. Professional services entrusted to Hardy Funeral Home, 5300 West 12th Street. (501) 372-4129. To sign the online guestbook visit www.hardyfuneralhomeinc.com.
Cheryl Elizabeth Brewer, 65, of Benton, Ark., died May 26 2018. She was born Dec. 23, 1952. Visitation: 9-11 a.m., Wednesday, May 30, Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton. Funeral following at 11 a.m. Memorials: Saline County Boys and Girls Club. Services by Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Gregory Michael Chennault, 63, Benton, died Saturday. Survivors: wife, Peggy Chennault; daughters, Kam Chennault, Christa Bolden and Jessica Chennault; step-daughter, Katie Jenkins; step-son, Grady Jenkins; six grandchildren; sisters, Melba Fleming and Marilyn Rogers. Visitation, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Ashby Funeral Home. Funeral, 2 p.m. Thursday, Ashby’s, burial, Smith-Rosemont Cemetery.
Charles Houston Callahan, 92, of Benton, passed away on May 29, 2018. He was born April 12, 1926 in Traskwood to the late John “Orb” and Elberta Ogle Callahan. Charles served in the United States Navy during World War II, was a 32nd degree Mason, Scottish Rite for 50 years, retired from ETMF and ABF as a truck driver for 34 years, volunteered at the Benton Senior Center, employed by Reynolds and was a member of Holland Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Charles was preceded in death by his brothers, Granville “Buddy” Callahan and Johnny Callahan. He leaves to cherish his memory, wife, Violet Novalene Callahan, daughters, Dianna (Ronnie) Griffith of Arlington, Texas, Sheila (Dan) Harris of Hot Springs, Debra (Bob) Ramsey of Benton and Sherry (Terry) Parsons of Benton, brother, James “Tub” (Kaye) Callahan of Benton, sisters, Dorothy Cunningham of Traskwood, Jo Ella (Jerry) Skinner of Malvern and Lavoye Clift of Traskwood, grandchildren, Garth Griffith, Seth Griffith, Jennifer Ramsey, Jayme Ramsey Barker, Greg Harris, Dana Harris Everett, Dustin Parsons and Layne Parsons; great-grandchildren, Adison, Bella, Lexi, Shelby, Kinlee, Ethan, Houston, Easton, Blake, Tucker, Layla, Grace, Charlie and Calvin. Pallbearers will be Garth Griffith, Seth Griffith, Greg Harris, Dustin Parsons, Layne Parsons, Shannon Everett and Zach Barker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Tommy Dale McClain, Rita Spainhour, Lawrence Salvage and Larry Callahan. Church services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 10 a.m. on Saturday at Holland Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with burial to follow at Fairplay Cemetery. Visitation will be at Ashby Funeral Home, Friday, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. On-line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Darryl Nalley, 61, Benton, died Thursday. Survivors: wife, Jami Nalley; son, Cody Goeman; daughters, Morgan Blaylock, Lainee Goeman; mother, Bonnie Nalley; brother, David Nalley; sister, Joan Rickett; granddaughter, Alana Whitlow. Visitation, 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Ashby Funeral Home. Funeral, 1 p.m. Monday, Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church, burial, Sharon Cemetery.
Aubrey “Chuck” Warford, 76 of Benton, went to be with the Lord on May 30, 2018. He was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas on October 4, 1941 to the late Elmer Quincy and Sally Teague Warford. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Floyd Warford and sister, Verla Mae Warford. He leaves to cherish is memory, wife of 49 years, Linda Dawson Warford, son, Shane (Deb) Warford, daughter, DeeAndra Sue Warford, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and brother, Kenneth (Maggie) Warford. Memorial services by Ashbys will be held Tuesday, June 5 at 11:00 a.m. at Fairplay Missionary Baptist Church. The family will greet family and friends in the fellowship hall following services. Visitation will be at Ashbys, Sunday, June 3, 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Chuck Warford Fund c/o Linda Warford at Ozark Bank. On line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Helen Delores Vardaman, 80 of Benton, went to be with the Lord on June 1, 2018. She was born on July 16, 1937 in Goshen Springs, Mississippi, to the late Albert and Fannie Robinson Goodson. Helen grew up in Mississippi, loving the southern way of life and passing on her love of music. She taught her children to play the guitar and they in turn have passed this talent on to many others over the years. Helen loved her family, cooking and raising five children in the Mississippi way of life. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Bryant. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Harold Ray Vardaman, five brothers and three sisters. Helen leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons, Harold Glenn (Linda) Vardaman, Gregg Vardaman, Barry (Becky) Vardaman, Tal (Cindy) Vardaman, daughter, Tammy (Doug) Cook, sisters, Marie Sharp and Ruby Merle Moore, grandchildren, Amanda, Matt, Lars, Jared, Rachel, Sammy, Steven, Lora and James; fourteen great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Ashbys, Monday, June 4, 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, June 5 at 1:00 p.m. at Leland-Stoneville Cemetery in Leland, Mississippi with Bro. Tal Vardaman officiating. On line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Charles H. Rhoades, age 60, of Benton passed away peacefully at home with his family on June 1, 2018. He was born October 21, 1957 in Benton. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at Pine Crest Cemetery. Jeff Harrison will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 9:30 AM Wednesday at Ashby’s. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Diana Jean Bowen, age 65, of Benton passed away Saturday June 2, 2018. She was born April 9, 1953 in Riverside, California. Diana was a retired State of Arkansas employee. She was preceded in death by her father, Ervin Huey, son, Capt. John William Patterson Jr. Survivors husband, Ronnie Bowen, Benton; mother, Bois Huey, Benton; sons and daughters-in-law, Brad (Sarah) Lowery, Benton; Tim (Lilianna)Lowery, Italy; Danny (Jennifer) Patterson, Wooster, Arkansas; sisters, Brenda Derrick Wright, Mayflower; Rebecca Derrick Wilson, Benton; grandchildren, Brayden Lowery, Victoria Lowery, Tayla Kelley, Bryce Patterson, Jared McKenzie, and Savannah Lowery. Services will be held at a later date. Cremation by Ashby Funeral Home.
Jessica Dianne Hipps-Holland, 31, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, June 2, 2018. She was born to Jack and Rhonda Hipps on Sunday, July 27, 1986 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She loved her children with her whole heart. She enjoyed camping and photography. She graduated from Bryant High School in 2005 and was a member of North Little Rock Assembly of God. She is preceded in death by her husband, Drew Holland; grandparents, R.T. and Mary Hipps. She is survived by her loving parents, Rhonda D Hipps and Jack Hipps (Stacey); three children, Jackson, Jaycee, and Stella; grandparents, Bill and Donna Homesley; along with a host of family and friends who love and miss her dearly. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. with the visitation the evening prior from 6-8 p.m. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com
Lillian Jeanette Dean, 78, of Benton, passed away on June 3, 2018. She was born on February 17, 1940 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the late Walter and Lillian Ann Cogbill Johnson. Jeanette was retired from CARTI as a Radiology Tech and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed many years in helping with The Toys For Tots program during Christmas. Jeanette was preceded in death by her son, Alan Hawkins, parents, Walter and Lillian Johnson, brothers, Walter and Billy Johnson, sister, Judy Murphy; sister in law, Vanda Johnson. She leaves to cherish her memory, husband of 48 years, Ernie Dean, son, Dennis Hawkins, granddaughter, Tara Hawkins Dorminy, great-grandchildren, Hadley and Jackson Dorminy, brothers, Doug Johnson and Gene (Linda) Johnson, brother-in-law, Charlie Murphy, sister-in-law, Sherry Johnson, many nieces and nephews. Chapel services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 7 with Todd Weatherford officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Crest Cemetery. Visitation will be Private. On line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
Melba Lynn Walker Benton,89, of Bryant was born in Blytheville, Ark., on Oct. 29, 1928 to Daniel Earl and Elizabeth Buck Walker. Melba graduated from Blytheville High School in 1946 and attended Central Baptist College in Conway. While in college, she met her future husband, Joe R. Benton, in the Greeson Drug Store. He was just out of the Army and attended Arkansas State Teachers College. They were married in 1947 and lived in Conway until Joe graduated college. Melba worked at Maumelle Ordinance Works during that time. They moved to Little Rock where she worked for the Army Corps of Engineers and they began their family. In 1966, Melba, Joe and their three children moved to Bryant in the home they built on the Old Hot Springs Highway (Highway 5) and she worked as a substitute teacher in the Bryant Schools for many years. After the kids were older, she also owned and operated Bryant Area Flower Shop. Melba was a long time member of Temple Baptist Church in Little Rock and later transferred her membership to Park Place Baptist Church in Bryant. She also volunteered at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock for approximately 30 years and delivered Meals on Wheels to area Senior Adults. Melba was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joe in 1986, brother Earl Walker of Portageville, Mo.; son-in-law Ricky Boone of Bryant and grandson Walker Dean Rowlett of Bryant. She is survived by her three children, Lynda Boone of Little Rock, Bob Benton (Tina) of Benton and Mandy Rowlett (Randy) of Bryant. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Amber Johnson, Ashley Bolen (Clay), Aaron Boone, Trey Benton (Diana), Rusty Rowlett, Maci Rowlett and great-grandchildren Avery, Dalton and Sawyer Boone, Ryley McMains, Jayke, Olivia and Katie Jo Bolen and Liam Benton along with numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation will be held from 10–11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 30 at Pinecrest Funeral Home in Bryant. A brief graveside service will be held immediately following at Pinecrest Cemetery. The family will be at Melba’s home in Bryant at following the service. Memorials may be sent to Saline Hospice Care at 23517 Interstate 30, Bryant, Ark. 72022.
Walter Melton Ladd Jr., 71, of Bryant, Arkansas formerly of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away May 27, 2018. He was a retired Truck Driver. Survivors include brother, James Ladd; sister, Nelda Fields; nephews, Brandon and Larry Fields, Jr.; niece, Lauren Alford and his good friends, Charlie and Donna York. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Nell Ladd Sr. Services will remain private. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. www.ArkansasCremation.com. Shameka L. McClain, 34, Bryant, Ark. went home to be with the Lord, May 27, 2018. She was born the second child on May 23, 1984 to the late Ella J. Banks and Stanley McClain. She was a graduate of McClellan High School and a devoted employee of DHS. She was preceded in death by one son, Mart Sears Jr., mother, Ella J. Banks, brother, Alexander McClain, Sr., grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. Samuel McClain, Sr., and Herbert Banks Sr. Her memory will live on in her son, Zedric Hickey; three daughters, Aysia Williams, Dakota Sears and Zahrea Hickey of Bryant, Ark.; her father and step-mother, Stanley and Pamela McClain; one brother, Herbert McClain, two sisters, Nadia (Dennis) Johnson, and Shelby McClain of Little Rock, Ark.; and, grandmother, Elnora Williams of Helena, Ark. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, June 2, 2018, at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 811 Scipio A. Jones Drive, North Little Rock, Ark. Family Visitation: Friday, June 1, 2018, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester Street, Little Rock, Ark. (501) 372-1305.
Charles N. Bridges, 91, of Bryant, Arkansas, formerly of Little Rock, died Thursday, May 31, 2018, in Bryant. He was born October 23, 1926, in Little Rock, son of the late John and Francis Morrell (McCallister) Bridges. He was also preceded in death by his wife of sixty years, Neoma Bridges and a great grandson. Chuck was raised on a small farm just west of Little Rock. After the US entered World War II he joined the Navy in 1942 at age sixteen. During his six year enlistment he served on many Navy ships and traveled all over the world. Most notably; San Francisco, Boston, Pearl Harbor, Shanghai, Okinawa, Philippines, Cuba, Midway Island, et al. He served on many different types of ships, but his most memorable war-time experiences were on aircraft carriers. He was on the newly built carrier, the USS Hancock when it left the Boston shipyard. The Hancock went through the Panama Canal to Pearl Harbor then to the Battle of Midway where the USS Saratoga was sank; the first aircraft carrier sank in World War II. The Hancock was a very successful warship; sinking 21 enemy ships and downing 371 enemy planes. Later Chuck was serving on the USS Franklin when it was attacked by Japanese bombers; over 1,600 sailors were killed in the attack and the crippled ship was towed to New York for repairs. He was again assigned to the Hancock where he went to Shanghai, Tokyo and the Philippines. The Hancock was his last ship assignment but it was also badly damaged in attacks where several hundred lost their lives. After the war ended, he finished his Navy service in Cuba and Gulfport. Chuck has many medals awarded for his World War II service, but the most notable are the seven Battle Star Medals. These are awarded for “bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service” while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States. After the war, Chuck came back to Little Rock where he started work in the grocery business. In earlier years he worked for various stores, but most of his time was spent with Safeway Stores from which he retired with over forty years’ service. In younger days Chuck liked to boat and camp with his family mostly on Lake Ouachita. He also has been an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to hang out at the camp or boat dock with his buddies and share “folklore” about how good it used to be. In addition, he is a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the Magnolia Lodge, having served as “Past Master” and was a mason since 1960. He is survived by his children, Marilyn Wilson and husband Larry of Bryant; Charles D. Bridges of Little Rock; Wayne Bridges and wife Trish of Haskell; grandchildren, Sean Bridges, Gina Duarte, Lesley Bridges, Lorey Riblet, Ben Wilson, Carrie Wilson Tim Croft and T.J. Croft; great-grandchildren, Sarah, Corben, Emma Grace, Hunter, Aria, Kaylee, Kathleen, Kaleb, Gavin, Lex, and one great great-grandson, Daniel, as well as a number of nephews and nieces. Graveside service will be 10:00am Monday, June 4, 2018, at Walnut Grove Cemetery with Masonic Rites and Military burial honors. A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm, at Community Park Church, 4630 South Shobe Road, Bryant, Arkansas 72022, with Bro. Bert Brown officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, Little Rock. Please share your messages of love, comfort and support with Charles’ family at www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.
Kay Avery, 68, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on May 29, 2018. She was born on August 26, 1949 in Washington, D.C. Private services will be held at a later date. Online guestbook, www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.
Ruby Nell Shelnutt, 91, of Bryant, passed away on June 3, 2018. She was born on June 16, 1926 in Falcon, Arkansas to the late Bernard Porter Carlton and Maude Mae McGough Carlton. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Ruby was preceded in death by her husbands, Harry D. Long Sr. and Ralph Waldo Shelnutt, five brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her sons, Harry (Betty) Long of Sherwood, Jimmy R. Long of Mabelvale, W. Frankie (Jean) Long of Gentry and Tony D. (Lita) Long of Bismarck; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Chapel services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 2 p.m. on Wednesday with Bro. Mike Cantrell officiating. Burial will follow at Salem Cemetery in East End. Visitation will be at Ashbys, 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. before services on Wednesday. On line guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.
David Eugene Elmore, 73, of Hensley, Arkansas was called home to be with the Lord on May 28, 2018. David was born on October 15, 1944 in Little Rock, Arkansas to his parents Eunice Elmore and Doyle Elmore. David is survived by his son, Sergeant Major Bryan David Elmore of the Army National Guard and wife Tracy Elmore; his son, Marvin Keith Elmore and wife Melissa Elmore and his daughter, Amber Lanette Elmore; his grandsons, Sergeant Cody David Elmore of the Army National Guard and wife Taylor Elmore, Kane Archer Elmore, Brandon Lynn Hargis, Jr., his granddaughters, Michaela Cother and Meghan Cother and Cherish Breann Faith Hargis; his great-grandson, Braden David Elmore. David served his country in the Army during Vietnam, where he was stationed in Korea. He loved his country and believed fighting for our freedoms and for all our Veterans. One of his favorite things to do was to go fishing with his family and friends. He was a life long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints in Little Rock, Arkansas. The greatest love of his life was his family and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 10 s.m. at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas with graveside to follow at 12 noon at Woods Cemetery, Cemetery and Dyson Roads, Little Rock, Arkansas. Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400. An online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuenralservice.com.
Marjorie Price, 66, of Hensley passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2018. She was born March 1, 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas to William and Mildred Price. She is survived by her sisters, Sandra and Joyce Price; sister-in-law, Glendyl Price; and other extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Franklin and David Price. Memorials may be made to Salem Cemetery, 2407 Lorance Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72206. Marjorie will be lying in state at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home on Friday, June 1, 2018 for people to pay their respects. A graveside service will be at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Salem Cemetery. Visit online guest registry at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Patsy Craig, 81, of Alexander, Ark., passed away May 27, 2018 at her home. She was born in Curtis, Ark., to Cecil and Helen Holloway. She was preceded in death by her husband, James of 47 years; her parents; infant son, James A. Craig, Jr. and brother Steve Holloway. She is survived by her daughter, Pam (Philip) Bonner of Little Rock; son, Jimbo Craig, (Karen Lee) of Little Rock; brother, Johnny (Doris) Holloway of Arkadelphia; sisters, Charladean (Larry) Franklin of Little Rock; Sue Edmonds of Maumelle; and Phyllis Hancock of Rogers; step-grandson, Philip Bonner Jr.; seven nieces and nephews and her faithful companion, Sophie. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Rest Haven Cemetery in Arkadelphia. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.
A celebration of Dick Paulsen’s life will be held at 1 P.M. on Saturday, June 9, 2018 in the Chapel at the Good Samaritan campus. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Arkansas Hospice or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to CedarVale Funeral Home. Visit www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.
A Memorial Service Celebrating the life of Martha Ruth Masters will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Saturday June 9th, 2PM, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. A brief reception will be available after the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to All Saints Anglican Church.
Marilyn L. Brooks, age 78, passed away suddenly Thursday, May 31st at her home in East End. She was born the daughter of R.D. Bumgardner and Nettie Palmer Bumgardner Schmeckenbecker on October 25, 1939 in Little Rock, Ark. She was a graduate of Fuller High School in 1956. She was retired as a homemaker. She had a sweet smile and gentle soul. She loved cooking, sewing, shopping, going to church, being around her family and mostly being Nanny to her four grandchildren. She was noted for her peanut brittle that she made at Christmas to hand out to clients for Donald Brooks Surveying. In her later years, her passion turned to making quilts which she and her husband gave to friends, family and every newborn in the family. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Donald Brooks, a son Donnie Brooks, a daughter Cherie Cole, a son in law Craig Cole, all of Little Rock, four grandchildren, Zac (fiancé Amy Allen), Tyler, Lauren and Christian Cole, two sisters in law, Judy Martin and Delores Krisell, one brother in law, Junior Krisell, a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins. She is proceeded in death by her parents and a brother Presley Bumgardner and several brothers and sisters in law. Visitation will be Sunday, June 3 from 5 to 7 at East Union Baptist Church. The funeral will be Monday at 2 at East Union Baptist with a burial at Salem Cemetery, all located in East End. The family requests that attendees of the funeral to please bring a quilt that she made. Memorials can be made to Robin’s Nest Children’s Home, P.O. Box 122 Lake Elmo, Minn., 55042-0122. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home of Sheridan, (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com .
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