Oral J. “Bob” Cook, age 88, of Alexander, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022. He was born October 31, 1934 in Keo, Arkansas. Bob served in the U. S. Army. Bob was a member of Vimy Ridge Immanuel Baptist Church and the Teamsters Union. He is preceded in death by his father, John Cook; mother, Mabel Cook; wife of 49 years, Mamie Cook; daughter, Virginia Cook; six brothers, Carl, Argel, Julian Sr., Calvin, Burl and Neal; and two sisters, Ruth and Micky.
Bob started out as a mechanic at International Harvester and then for Wonder Potato Chips. He later became a truck driver, driving for Safeway and then he retired from ABF. For many years he remained a shade-tree mechanic and often worked on friends and family members vehicles to help them out. His kids always had go-carts, mini bikes, motorcycles or some type of “wheeled” entertainment. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, so much so, that he once owned a second home on Lake Conway and then later, on the AR River next to his in-laws until a flood destroyed it. So many great memories were made there on the river. In his early years, he loved to “coon” hunt. When his coon-hunting buddy passed away, he enjoyed deer hunting and fishing with his wife and in-laws. He loved visiting with his family and friends. Anytime someone visited his home, he’d follow them to their car and talk for another two hours. His greatest joy was his four grandchildren and great grandson. They were his reason.
He is survived by his son, Tony Cook (Joanne); daughter Bobbie Hilliard (Mike); four grandchildren, Angela, Jennifer (Thad), Tiffany, and Matthew; one great-grandson, Aden; sister, Opal Butler; and a special friend Rosie Wilder.
Pallbearers will be David Tucker, Steven Tucker, Steve Outlaw, Lester Sullivan, Mike Hilliard, and Matthew Brewer.
Visitation will be 10:30 to 12:00 p.m. Friday, December 30 at Ashby Funeral Home with services beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Carthage. Bro. Elwin Ollar will be officiating.
Donald Ray Davis, age 61, of Benton, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022. He was born February 15, 1961 in Benton, Arkansas. Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Murl and Linda Davis.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Davis; two sons, Bryan Rice (Christie) and Greg Rice (Cecily); sister, Cindy Hill; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one nephew.
Private memorial services will be held at a later date.
Frances Carol (Berryman) Howell, 77, of Benton, Arkansas passed away December 24, 2022. She was born November 6, 1945 in Badget, Arkansas to the late Chester and Dollie (Bolt) Berryman.
Frances loved the Lord and was a member of Discover the Joy Baptist Church. The Bible was her favorite book, and she read it every day. Frances was always happiest when she was with her family and friends. She enjoyed fish fries and yellow roses were her favorite flowers. Misty, her beloved dog, was her constant companion whom she missed greatly.
Preceding Frances in death are her parents, Chester and Dollie Berryman; son, Royce Gene Nix; and sister, Barbara Booher.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children: Franklin Nix and wife Jennifer and Kenneth Howell and wife Jenny; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Franklin Berryman and wife Penny; and many family members and friends who love Frances and will miss her always.
Frances loved the following poem and wanted it included in her obituary:
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me
When tomorrow starts without me, and I’m not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes, all filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say.
I know how much you love me, as much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me, I know you will miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand
That an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand,
And said “Your place is ready in heaven above
and you will have to leave behind all those you love.”
Today for life on earth is past, but here it starts anew;
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last.
Since each day is the same day, there is no longing for the past.
So, tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we are far apart,
For everytime you think of me, I’m right there in your heart.
Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Minnie Joyce Daughenbaugh, 72, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away December 24, 2022. She was born February 16, 1950 in Swainsboro, Georgia to the late Willie Manning and Mae Belle (Riner) Hooks.
Minnie enjoyed spending time with her family, especially going to the lake to camp and fish. Bowling was a favorite activity. Minnie adored her sons and was so proud of them.
Preceding Minnie in death are her husband, Martin Hale Daughenbaugh; sons: Mark Allen Daughenbaugh and Brian Hale Daughenbaugh; and brothers: Dean Hooks and Edsel Lee Hooks.
Minnie leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Chad Daughenbaugh of Little Rock, Arkansas; grandsons: Jared Tyler Speer Daughenbaugh and Brian Daughenbaugh; sisters: Faye Palmer and husband Darren of Cleveland, Tennessee, Reba Bullard of Lake Wells, Florida, Gerri Ingram and husband David of Cleveland, Tennessee, Marion “Mary” Vasser and husband Leland of Frostproof, Florida, and Janice Butler and husband Billy of Frostproof, Florida; numerous nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends who love Minnie and will miss her always.
Memorials may be made in honor of Minnie to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Darryl Messer, 86, of Little Rock, Arkansas died on Monday, December 26,2022.
Darryl Messer was born April 2, 1936, to Clifford Messer and Thelma Pickard Messer in Hope, Arkansas. Darryl graduated high school and began his career as a hardware salesman. Darryl retired in 1997 from Baird & Company. Darryl and Joyce lived in Pine Bluff, Arkansas for 50 years. Darryl held many positions including as a school board member for Watson Chapel Public Schools for 15 years and a charter member of the Watson Chapel Lions Club. Darryl enjoyed duck hunting and fishing.
Darryl is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Joyce Greenlee Messer. Darryl leaves behind two children; Andy (Sharon) Messer and Leigh Ann (Dickie) Hooton. Grandchildren; Lauren (Kyle) Taylor, Austin (Olivia) Messer, Brett (Melissa) Hooton, Nikki (Chris) Magee, and Whitney (Zack) Redmon. Great-grandchildren; Selby and Thomas Hooton; Luke and Julianne Magee; and Annabelle, Lillian, Thatcher, and Sophie Redmon; Mason and Mackenzie Taylor; and Ansley Messer. Darryl is also survived by his sister, Nita McDonald, and several nieces and nephews.
Darryl is proceeded in death by his mother and father, siblings; Bobby Messer, Carrol Messer, and Lenora Dalrymple.
A visitation will be held at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home on Alcoa Road in Benton on Friday, December 30,2022, from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, December 31,2022, at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Hope, Arkansas.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital.
Teddy Luther Bryant, 89, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2022. He was born the late, Terry Buck and Prince Ethyl (Mahan) Bryant, on Tuesday, November 21, 1933, in Damascus, Arkansas. Ted loved to fish and spend time with his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, Johnie Bryant and Ester Fletcher
He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Emma Marie Bryant; four sons, Terry Gene Bryant (Carla) of Little Rock, Larry Bryant of Snowball, Jerry Wayne Bryant (Amanda) of Rogers, and Gary Bryant (Shannon) of Little Rock; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; along with numerous other family and friends who all love him and will miss him greatly.
Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at Martindale Baptist Church on Colonel Glenn Road.
Services provided by Dial and Dudley Funeral Home.
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