Linda Lou Wright Reeves, 83 of Benton, on September 22, 2022 ended her earthly life and started her new journey. She was born on October 18, 1938 in Benton to the late James Ervin and Sadie Ballard Wright.
Linda worked at American Cyanamid Company in the Lab for many years and later retiring from Ashby Funeral Home Insurance, working until the age of age of 81. She was a member of Holland Chapel Missionary Baptist Church for over 70 years, serving in many capacities including Cubbies, Superintendent and a teacher in Sunday School. She also served in Children’s Chapel and on numerous committees and coordinated hundreds of weddings and baby showers for the church.
Linda enjoyed bowling and was a member of WSBC Bowling League for over 50 years. She enjoyed playing and hosting Bunko night and participated in several groups. Linda was a leader in her community, supporting organizations such as the Boys and Girls Scouts, Future Panthers and Cheerleading.
Linda loved her family and was always supporting them in their school and sport functions, attending as much as her health would allow.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Roy Lee Wright and sister, Billie Sue Wilson.
Linda is survived by her husband of 65 years, Ross Reeves, son, Steven (Karen) Reeves of Texarkana, Lori (Eric) Ascough of Bryant, Shari (Tommy) Mills of Benton and Kristi(Jim) Bundrick of Kanab, Utah; grandchildren, Laura Reeves, Stephaney (Kayden DiGiovanni) Reeves, David (Jessica) Reeves, Rachel (Brandon) Wooten and Justin (Payton) Mills; great grandchildren, Zoey, Race, Sage, Jack Ross, Ella and Jon Ross.
Church services at Holland Chapel Baptist Church will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday with Bro. Kim Hammer officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Crest Cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Ashby Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the Missionary Baptist Seminary.
Linda was the life of the party and lived life to the fullest every day. Her uplifting spirit was a comfort to all. She maintained her sense of humor until the end.
Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com
Charlene Elizabeth Moore, age 43, of Benton, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2022. She was born September 18, 1979 in Granite City, Illinois. Charlene loved working in retail and being around people.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Rocky Leon and Sharon Kay Gray.
Charlene is survived by her husband, Chad Moore; daughter, Cheyenne Elizabeth Moore; son, Isaac Moore (Emily); two brothers, Rocky Gray (Renee) and Jeremiah Gray (Maggie); and a sister, Jessica Moore (Derek).
Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, September 25 at Ashby Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 26 at Ashby Funeral Home. Todd Calaway will be officiating.
Debra Sue Castleberry, age 57, of Benton, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022. She was born April 3, 1965 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Debra was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.
She is preceded in death by her parents, James Earl and Sophie Mae McNeil and two brothers, Tony and Ronald McNeil.
Debra is survived by her husband, Tommy Castleberry; two sons, Matthew McNeil and Heath Hunter; four grandchildren, Nate, Jasmin, Max, and Cameron McNeil; sister, Loretta Alexander; and a brother, Darin McNeil.
There will be a private family graveside service at a later date.
Thomas C. Webb, 73, of Bryant, Arkansas died on September 21, 2022. He was born August 29,1949, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the late Benjamin and Mary Cook Webb.
Thomas grew up in Gould, Arkansas. Thomas went on to study mathematics and coaching at The University of Arkansas at Monticello. He earned a master’s degree at University of Oklahoma. He was drafted by baseball teams out of college to play pro baseball but turned those down to pursue his teaching career. He taught math for over 30 years in Arkansas spending many years in the Little Rock School District, and in the Bryant District. Most of all Thomas was proud of his time spent coaching girl’s basketball, leading his 1983 team to a win in the overall state tournament. Coaching was definitely something he took much pride in, his team was more like family to him. Thomas was also very proud of the years he spent teaching algebra with his Little Rock F.R.O.G.S. team.
Thomas is preceded in death by his parents and stepson, Eric Webster. He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years Jennifer Webb; son, Trent Webb; two daughters, Mellissa Epperson, and Christie Hale; one grandchild, Catherine Epperson; and many friends.
Visitation will be held at Roller- Alcoa Funeral Home (6700 Alcoa Rd. Benton, Ar. 72015) on Thursday September 29, 2022, from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Donald “Dean” Baribeau, also known as “Shakey D,” of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022. He was born the late, Donald and Laurietta Baribeau, on Thursday, December 29, 1955, in Spokane, Washington. Dean loved Harley motorcycles, playing guitar, and listening to rock and roll! He also enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a dedicated member of Grey Dragons MC for many years and a member of the Arora Family Donor Council. He is preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Shannon; and one sister, Faith Baribeau-Rios. He is survived by his three children, Rhianna Harberson and her husband, Trey and grandson, Nolan, Brandy Ortiz, and Donnie Todd; three siblings, Renee Brown, Mary Jo Watson (Stacy), and Michael Baribeau; special friends, Kelly and Robert; along with several nieces, nephews, other family, and friends who all love him and will miss him dearly. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Service provided by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. To sign his online guestbook, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.