Barney Coleman Phillips Jr., age 74, of Bryant; went to be with his Lord on September 2, 2017. He was born in Paris, Arkansas on March 18, 1943 to the late Barney and Bonnie (Barham) Phillips. Barney graduated from Paris High School where he excelled in all sports. He attended Arkansas Tech where he played football and ran track. At Arkansas Tech he met the love of his life, Carolyn Latimer Phillips, and they were married for 53 years. Barney retired from the Arkansas State Police as a Lieutenant after 32 years of service. He helped organize and was the first working Chief of the Shannon Hills Fire Department. He retired from the Bryant Volunteer Fire Department. Barney enjoyed hunting & fishing and took pride in teaching & sharing these activities with his grandsons. He was a member of Bryant First United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bob Phillips; step-mother, Elba Phillips and grandson, Jeffrey Trusty. Barney is survived by his wife; two daughters, Amanda Jolly (Rodney) and Traci Trusty (Tim); his beloved grandsons, Caleb Perry (Amber), Chad Jolly (Natalie Dennie), Jackson Trusty and Wyatt Trusty; step-grandson, Kayson Moss; great-grandson, Cole Perry; as well as nephews, nieces and many friends. Visitation will be 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 6 at Ashby Funeral Home. A celebration of Barney’s Life will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 7 at Bryant First United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made in Barney’s name to Bryant First United Methodist Church @ 508 N. Reynolds Rd in Bryant, Ar. 72022.
Melinda “Jan” Suggs, 55 of Bryant, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2017. She was born May 21, 1962 in Little Rock, AR to Loyd and Carolyn Suggs. She was of the Baptist faith. Jan was most proud of being Mimi to her two wonderful granddaughters and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Jan is survived by her parents, Loyd and Carolyn Suggs; two sons, Stephen Parson (Jennifer) and Dustin Parson; one brother, Scott Suggs (Kim); her beloved granddaughters, Alexa and Brooklyn Parson; two nieces, Whitney and Hallie Suggs. A visitation will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Ashby Funeral Home with services beginning at 1:30 PM and officiated by Brother Mark Thornton. Burial to follow at Pine Crest Memorial Gardens. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com
Eric Andrew Thibault, age 34, of Hot Springs Village, AR and formerly of Benton, AR died Friday, September 8, 2017. He was born December 29, 1982, to Jeptha J. and Shannon Rae Thibault. Andrew is a graduate of Benton High School. He was formerly employed with Plymouth Building Products and Diamante County Club. He was an avid Razorback fan, loved calling the Hogs and loved nature and being outdoors. He also loved music and poetry. Andrew loved his family and friends. He was a devoted son and brother. He was a kind and gentle soul and touched the heart of each person he knew. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include his father, Jep Thibault of Hot Springs Village, AR; brother, Jon Thibault of Hot Springs Village, AR; nephew, Zach Meredith; his beloved, Shelli Ann York of Bryant, AR; uncle, Dr. Frank Thibault and wife Ashley of Benton, AR; aunts, Dorothy Thibault of Virginia, Lillian Thibault of Hot Springs, AR, Adrian Calloway and husband Michael of Boerne, TX and Jane Estes and husband Dale of Hot Springs, AR; constant canine companion, Tucker; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shannon Thibault on February 1, 2017; and grandparents, Dr. Frank and Lillian Thibault and Orval and Jane Hutzel all of El Dorado, AR. A celebration of life will be held by the family on Friday, September 22, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at Lake Balboa Pavilion in Hot Springs Village. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your local humane society in Andrew’s honor. Dennis B. (Danny) Campbell, 72 of Benton, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2017. He was born November 22, 1944 in Bauxite, Arkansas. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, L.D. and Euna Campbell, daughter, Jodi Shryock, sister, Vicki Brooks, and brother, Joe Campbell. He was retired from Interstate Hwy Signs as well as the Army as a Lt. Colonel. Danny loved to paint and was an avid golfer. He loved to write stories and could make a piano come to life like no other. Danny was a member of the United Missionary Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday School for years. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone in need. Danny was very well educated and loved his family with all his heart as well as his golfing buddies. Danny leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife of 34 years, Mary Campbell, granddaughter, Kira Shyrock, son, Dean (Marilyn) Wallace, daughter, Melanie (Russell) Beckwith, grandson, Cody Dawson, granddaughter, Nina Dawson, sister, Mary Lou (James) Prysock, several nieces, nephews and a host of cousins and friends that will miss him dearly. Pall bearers will be his golfing buddies. Chapel services will be at Ashby Funeral Home on Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. with Bro. Randy Ward officiating. Burial will follow at New Rosemont Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Ashbys.
Steven Edward McDaniel, age 58, of Benton, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at his home. He was born August 13, 1959 in Santa Monica, California to the late Edward and Patricia Hyde McDaniel. he was also preceded in death by his sister, Deborah Robinette. Steven was a Baptist. Survivors, wife, Marilyn McDaniel, Benton; daughter, Erica McDaniel, Benton; brother, John Justin McDaniel(Ericka), Ohio; sisters, Cindy Hawkins,(Lafayette), Benton; Beverly Eshliman, Hot Springs; Lori Hooten,(Dale),Hot Springs, several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday at Ashby’s. Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Thursday at Oak Grove Baptist Church. Minister will be Bro. Wayne Smith.
Lenora Loraine Stevenson, age 88, of Benton, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2017. She was born May 30, 1929 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Lenora was a member of Calvary Assembly of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank Robert Champagne & Selma Christianson Champagne; her husband, Adrian Stevenson; two brothers, Raymond and Leroy Champagne and a sister, Sylvia Murphy. She is survived by her step-son, Paul Stevenson; daughter, Brandy Fletcher; brother, Francis R. “Sonny” Champagne; sister, Janet Malloy; grandson, Austin Fletcher and her fur baby, Tina Lynn Stevenson. Private services will be held at a later date.
Bill LeQuieu, age 66, of Benton; went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 15, 2017. He was born June 28, 1951 in Benton, Arkansas to Coy and Martha Jean LeQuieu. Bill was a retired meat packer. He was a 1969 graduate of Benton High School and a member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Coy LeQuieu and a brother, Steve LeQuieu. He is survived by his mother, Martha Jean LeQuieu; five children, Tiffany Wells (Jon), Britney LeQuieu, Kelly Clifton (Reid), Kacy Hester (Jarrod) and Jessie Surratt (Justin); sister, Beverly Harlow (Steve); brother, Brad LeQuieu (Missy); fifteen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Pallbearers will be Bob Ramsey, Richard Ramsey, Stanley Ramsey, Euell Ramsey, Elbert Ramsey, Britt Ramsey, Kendall Penn, Keith Penn, Kent Ramsey, Neal Gaiser, Ricky Moore and James Hutchingson. Honorary pallbearers will be Spurge Mask, Terry Crank, Bill McAdoo and Scott Houpt. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 18 at Sharon Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 19 at Sharon Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Sharon Cemetery. Bro. Laramie LeQuieu and Bro. Michael Reese will be officiating. Memorials may be made to Sharon Missionary Baptist Church.
Delaney Todd Bagwell, 51 of Benton, Arkansas, died peacefully on September 13, 2017 after a sudden cancer diagnosis. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Alice Loraine Bagwell, Otis and Katy Bagwell, Leola Nutt Clements and Joe Clements. Todd is survived by his parents Jo C. “Joy” Bagwell Finley, Gene Douglas and Linda Bagwell and sister Regina Lea “Gigi” Bagwell. Todd graduated from Benton High School in 1984. He went on to attend Ouachita Baptist University and graduated in 1988 with a B.S. in Accounting. Todd worked in the banking industry for several years before abandoning his ledger to pursue his love of design and all things beautiful. Until 1996, Todd worked for David Garner at Marlsgate Plantation on weekends as a wedding director. He always credited David Garner for teaching him the basics of his new career. He was then hired by Helen Benton of Vera Wang and moved to New York in 1996. Later he worked with bridal designer Ulla Maija until 2003, before starting Delaney T. Bagwell and Associates to offer all-inclusive event planning. Todd was known as the “wedding planner extraordinaire.” Todd planned weddings from conception to execution for brides all over the country – from west coast to east coast to middle America. He viewed each bride as having an exquisite story to tell and he viewed himself as their master storyteller. He spent countless hours with the bride learning of her every wish. He then used his keen eye for aesthetics and knack for detail to showcase her story on her wedding day. Todd was outspoken and not afraid to speak his mind. Todd was the one who would sternly but politely tell his friends’ children to order something other than chicken fingers and French fries from the menu. Todd was the one who would say “put those white linen pants away; it’s after Labor Day!” Todd also led a life of quiet servitude. Todd was the one who would be caught ironing the dress of a close friend who was readying herself for her Mother’s funeral. He was the one who would show up with a crock of black-eyed peas and homemade cornbread for an ill friend to offer hope for blessings and good luck in the New Year. Todd was the one who made sure his closest loved one had a home-cooked meal every day of the week. Todd was the one who made the choice to walk in our shoes because he wanted to share in life’s perils as a symbol of support. A memorial service will be held at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, AR on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 2:00pm. Family and friends would like to establish a memorial fund in memory of Delaney Todd Bagwell for Cancer Research at the UAMS Winthrop P Rockefeller Cancer Institute Foundation. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the WPRCI Foundation Fund at 4301 W. Markham Street, MS632f, Little Rock, AR 72207 or to another favorite charity or church. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened” That’s a wrap! Smile, DTB J
Dr. Thomas Joseph Smith of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas peacefully passed away from his earthly home to his eternal home in heaven on Thursday, September 14. He was born to Dr. William Morris and Mary O. Smith on May 21st, 1934 in Liberal, Kansas while spending his childhood in Guymon, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Sue Smith Heltzel. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Diana, along with his five children and his grandchildren: Susan and her husband, John Miles of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Greg Smith, Sr., Glenn Smith and his wife, Candy, Mary Carol Taylor, and Cindi Smith, all of Little Rock, Arkansas. He also loved and is survived by Diana’s family. He is also survived by his brother, Dr. William Robert, and his wife, JoAnn and family. Affectionately known as “TJ”, he graduated from Wentworth Military Academy, Oklahoma University who beat “The Ohio State” recently, and Oklahoma University Medical School. He completed his residency at UAMS and then practiced gastroenterology in Little Rock for 29 years where he co-founded Gastroenterology Associates. He was a clinical instructor at UAMS for over 10 years and served as the medical director and consultant on criteria for gastroenterology. He was a member of numerous national medical associations, serving president of one state association chapter. The scope of his philanthropic interests spanned the gamut from being a 32nd degree Mason, serving in the National Guard, to serving in on multiple committees from which so many benefitted. Two of the most notable were the Arkansas Prison System Medical Review Board and the Hot Spring Village library committee for expansion. TJ and Diana literally travelled the world, visiting all 7 continents enjoying the wildlife the most. From penguins in Antarctica to the animal safaris in Africa, TJ loved it all, but he was just as content with the beautiful view from his deck or the beauty of Lake Ouachita. TJ loved to dance. Country western dance was a favorite of TJ and Diana’s, but they enjoyed all types of dance, teaching classes, and loving it for over 15 years. They thoroughly enjoyed boot scootin’ on their home’s custom dance floor. TJ was dearly loved by his family, his friends, his patients, and his hospice and medical teams. Even people he’d never met were drawn to his infectious smile and generous spirit. He was a delightful fun-loving man. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 10:00 a.m. at TJ’s home church, Christ of the Hills United Methodist Church, in HSV. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Dierksen Hospice in Hot Springs Village or Hot Springs Village Library. Arrangements have been entrusted to CedarVale – The Hot Springs Village Funeral Home. For online condolences please visit www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.
Albert “David” Hill, 72 of Alexander, passed away on August 29, 2017. He was born on September 29, 1944 to the late, W. T. and Winnie Hill in Auburn, California. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and could often be found taking his grandkids out on four wheelers Mr. Hill is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, William, Charlie, and Claudius Hill; and sister, Faye Dixon. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Daisy Hill; two sons, Preston McGriff and Scotty ( Donna) McGriff; daughter, Tanya McFarland; four grandchildren, Ryan, JoAnna, Shelby and Dalton; and sister, Maude Palmer. A celebration of life will be held at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 10:00AM. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 at the funeral home. To sign online guest book, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com
Hubert Dale Murphy, passed away August 31, 2017 with his family by his side. He was born August 26, 1930 to John W. Murphy and Joyce L. Yates Murphy. Hubert loved playing music, singing, dancing, dogs and horses, and spending time with his family. He attended Collegeville Church of the Nazarene. Preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Murphy; four brothers, four sisters, daughter, Pam Poland and son, Gregory Murphy. Survived by his loving wife, Beverly Murphy; daughter, Debbie Murphy Pasierb (Joe); son, Rick Murphy (Patty); three grandchildren, Michael, Tricia, and Phillip (Carrie); four great grandchildren, Natalie, Carson, Jordyn, and Alexis; three sisters; two brothers; step son, Scott Gierach (Ruby); two step daughters, Cynthia Moriarty (David) and Julie Ann Garland (John), seven step grandchildren, Jordan, Alex, Aaron, Rachel , Heather, Brittany, and Danielle who all loved him and will miss him dearly. Graveside service on Wednesday, September 6, 11:00 AM at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. Pastor Dennis Yarberry will be officiating. Visitation on Tuesday, September 5, 6-8 PM, at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant. Special thanks to Richard and Staff at Saline Memorial Hospice in Bryant. To sign online guestbook, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.
Larry D. Smart was born April 19, 1938 in Haskell AR to D.E.”Dub” and Alma Smart. He moved to Bauxite at age 14 and became a Bauxite Miner. He treasured his life in Bauxite and continued to support and serve the school and museum. He was inducted into the Bauxite Hall of Fame in 2009. He graduated in 1956 then attended U of A Fayetteville to play football. He then entered the US Air Force and served for five years. It was the Air Force that led him to be stationed at Shepherd Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, TX. There he met the love of his life, Shirley Ann Brakebill Smart. He always said he “rescued” her from Texas. After he served a year in Thule, Greenland, they married on August 11, 1962 and moved to California for a year before making their permanent home in Saline County. They were married for 46 years. He retired three times! 1st From Reynolds Metals Co after 24 years, 2nd, after many years of owning Smart Service Company, 3rd, after co-owning Hood’s Portable Buildings. He loved traveling all over the state and meeting a lot of people. Larry served 36 years on the Bryant City Council. He was a long time coach for city baseball and was a member of the Bryant Hornet Booster and the Bauxite Old Timers. He was a member of Indian Springs Baptist Church for many years where he “served in every position except preacher, music director and pianist!” He is now a member of 1st Baptist Church of Bryant. In his spare time he taught his kids how to hunt, fish, camp out at Lake Ouachita, and to play baseball, softball, and basketball. Larry was saved at age 9 at Mt. Harmony Church and Baptized in an old mine pit at Mt. Olive. On September 7. 2017, he walked on two good legs through the Gates of Heaven. He was greeted by his wife, his parents, his brother, Jackie Smart; brother-in-law, Leonard Burrow and his baby grandson, Cody Brice, who he will finally get to take fishing. He leaves behind his children, David and Caryn Smart of Bryant, and Tony and Cathy Fletcher of Lonoke. Brother and family, Rick and Marlena Smart, Justin, Jennifer and Emory Reynolds, Jesse Amber Kayleigh and Kent Crumby; Sister and family, Pat, Jeff and Kealey Burrow, Eric, Kris and Quaid Hamilton, Brannon, Braelyn and Ashlyn Kuhn; Sister-in-law Earnestine Smart; special cousin and family, Delores, Scot and Rachel Sexton and too many cousins to count and adopted family. Larry’s wishes were to be cremated and he felt a funeral was unnecessary. There will be a visitation and celebration of life at 1st Baptist Church of Bryant, 8800 Hwy 5 N, Alexander on Tuesday September 12, 2017 from 5-8PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 1st Baptist Church Building Fund or to the Bauxite Museum. Larry dearly loved his Lord, his family, his church, his community, the Texas Rangers and all of his grand-dogs!
Ronald “Ron” Ray Shamlin, Jr., age 50 of Little Rock, passed away on September 8, 2017. He was born on August 2, 1967 to Ronald and Beverly Shamlin in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He loved watching football and other sports, boating and going to the lake. Ron was also an avid animal lover. He attended Highland Heights Baptist Church. Ron is survived by three children, Nicholas Parker, Dylan Shamlin and Sheyana Shamlin; his parents, Ronald and Beverly Shamlin; two step-children, Sierra Hunt and Zackary Jones. A celebration of life will be held at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home on Friday, September 15, 2017 at 1:00PM, with visitation one hour prior.Interment will be at Ida Mission Cemetery in Little Rock To sign online guest-book, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com
Blonda Clement Minner, 98 of Benton, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017. She was born to the late, Dallas and Pearl Sherer in Sheridan, Kentucky on November 2, 1918. She is predeceased by her parents and her loving husband, Niles Minner. Blonda is survived by her son, Bryce (Phyllis) Minner SR of Benton, AR; Daughter, Marilyn (Mike) Huddleston of Greensburg, KY; brother, Doyle Sherer of Marion, KY; grandchildren, Bryce JR (Diana) Minner of Benton, AR, Bill (Carla) Minner of Conway, AR, Matt (Kim) Huddleston of Greenvile, SC, and Kay Harned of Mt. Juliet, TN; great-grandchildren, Chris (Rachel) Minner, Christie (Austen) Walls, Trent (Rebecca) Minner, Ross Minner, Elizabeth (Chandler) Gaines, Katy Harned and Emmett Huddleston; great-great-grandchildren, Aimslee and Jacee Minner, and Ivy Gaines as well as a host of friends who love and miss her dearly. A memorial will be held for family and nieces and nephews at a later date and will be updated here on further notice. To sign online guest-book, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com
Vaughn Jefferson Childress, 88 of Little Rock, passed away September 15, 2017. He was born to the late, Sylvester and Winnie Childress in Redfield, Arkansas on April 3, 1929. He loved singing, reading his bible, and playing his guitar. He was a pastor at Benton Pentecostal Church of God for 37 years. He loved the Lord and his family. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Helen Childress; his parents, six brothers and one sister. Survived by two daughters, Becky Elliott (Jeff) and Vickie Powell (Darryl), three grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, three sisters, and a host of family and friends who love and miss him dearly. Celebration of life will be held at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 12:00 P.M. with visitation the night prior from 6-8 P.M. To sign online guestbook visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com
Bradley Dale Gist, 51, of Benton, AR died Thursday August 31, 2017 after a courageous battle against colon cancer. Dr. Gist was born August 5, 1966 in Cleburne, TX. He was the Principal of Bigelow High School in Bigelow, AR and a member of the Northside Church of Christ in Benton, AR. Brad has spent his life in service to others. He has been a teacher, coach, and principal at various schools as well as active involvement in church as a teacher, song leader, and a shepherd. Brad was a kind, giving, and selfless person. He was the brother everyone wants to have. Survivors include his wife, Jo Anna Gist, of Benton, AR; three sons, Will, Sam, and Max; mother, Anita Burkhardt; father, Cary Gist; two brothers, Perry Gist and Mike Gist; twin sister, Caroline Milner; sister, Angela Gist; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Services will be 10:00 am Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at the Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock, AR with Danny Sullivan and Jim Gardner officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, AR. Visitation will be from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Monday, September 4, 2017, at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton, AR. (501) 315-4047 In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gist Family Fund (Brad and Jo Anna Gist) at any Centennial Bank location or through PayPal using [email protected], or to Corin Read Christian Camp at 917 N. East St. Benton, AR.
Sharon D Hemphill 73, of Traskwood passed away Monday, September 4, 2017. She was born September 3, 1944 in San Saba, TX to the late Lenneard and Lewella (McCoy) Jones, who preceded her in death. Sharon worked for the state for 40 year as a Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse. Survivors include one son, Robert C Sorells of Traskwood; three daughters, Candy Lane of Haskell, Cherri Williams of Benton and Brandy Propps of Benton; nine grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (501)315-4047. Services Pending
Margaret A. Love, 85, of Hot Springs Village passed away Tuesday September 5, 2017. She was born January 23, 1932 in Benton to the late C.B. and Esther (Waddell) Griffin. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by William Russell Love, Sydney White, Ethan White, and Emileigh White. Margaret worked for Kroger for seventeen years as a clerk before retiring. Survivors include one son, Charles Russell Love of Lonsdale; two daughters, Mary Jananne Warner of Tull, and Barbara Gail Taylor of Glen Rose; four grandchildren, Randall Jay White, April Elizabeth Miller, Robin Renee Stewart, and Dakota Lee Warner; six great-grandchildren, Ganem, Hank, Bryce, Morgan, Lucas, and Brody. Graveside service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday September 9, 2017 at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, AR. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening September 8, 2017 at Roller Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047).
Anita Jo Fuller, 81, of Hot Springs Village, passed away September 9, 2017 in Little Rock. She was born February 5, 1936 to the late Everette and Inetha (Hussey) Young in Nashville, AR. Mrs. Fuller was of Baptist faith, a member of Owensville Baptist Church, and worked for Maralo, Inc. of Houston, TX as a Division Order Analyst. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband, Bob Snell; children, Ramon Trent Fuller of Maumelle, AR, Lisa Fuller Baker of Houston, TX, Lee Fuller Pipes of Shreveport, LA, and Lynn Fuller Martz of Nashville, TN; one brother, Hughie Young of Magnolia, AR; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, and many other family members and friends. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Owensville Baptist Church in Lonsdale, AR. Funeral Services will be held immediately after visitation at 11:00 AM at the Church with Bro. J. D. Courtney officiating. Interment will follow at Owensville Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Trent Fuller, Rusty Pipes, Tyler Perkins, Lewis Baker, Ron Martz and John Michael Spenick. Honorary pallbearers are Cal Kellogg and Terry Perkins.
Ivan “Mike” Hicks, 77, of Benton, passed away on September 11, 2017 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born on June 13, 1940 in Los Angeles, California to the late Lonnie and Vera (Ashcraft) Hicks. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers; Ray Hicks, Gilbert Hicks, Donald Hicks. Mike was a Mason and worked in manufacturing. Survivors include his wife; Irma (Herring) Hicks, two daughters; Michelle Hicks, Jackie Ashcraft (Nelson), son, Rick Herring, four grandchildren; Daniel Holcombe, Tony Sovulewski, Bonnie Sellers, Lee Ashcraft (Shelly), six great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild. No visitation with a graveside service at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, September 14, 2017 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Tull, Arkansas. Reception will follow at Jackie and Nelson Ashcraft’s residence. Arrangements by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (501) 315-4047
Norma Jean Guy, 74, of Benton, AR passed away September 1, 2017. Mrs. Guy was born November 19, 1942 in Wichita Falls, TX to Roscoe and Ola Mikel. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Lee Guy of Benton, AR; three sons and daughters-in-law, Farrell and Deboragh Guy of Flagstaff, AZ, Terry and Reesa Guy of Little Rock, AR; Robert Guy of Avilla, AR; one daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Greg Demo of Farmington, MN; one brother, Danny and Mary Mikel of Washington State; one sister and brother-in-law, Janey Sue and Harland Huckey of Washington State; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Private Services will be held at a later date.
Brittany Lauren Wildhaber, 28, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away September 1, 2017 in Alexander, Arkansas. She was born July 11, 1988 in Sherwood, Arkansas to Michelle (Bacon) Wildhaber and raised in Saline County. Brittany graduated from Bryant High School and earned her Bachelor degree from University of West Florida. She worked as an EMT since 2012 with Medtran and most recently, at MEMS. Her passion for serving people carried her into her role as a fire fighter with Northeast Fire Department of Saline County. Brittany was smart, funny, and loving. She was a loyal friend-once you were friends, you were friends for life. She loved the Lord, and showed the love of Christ with every life she touched. Heaven gained a unique, endearing, sweetheart of an angel. Brittany leaves to cherish her memory her partner, Robert “Bobby” Hawkins; mother, Michelle Wildhaber-Tackett; step-father, Rick Tackett; sister, Serena Wildhaber; step-brothers, Lynn and Ray Tackett; dearly beloved nephew, Gaige Alan Figueroa; and a host of cherished family, friends, and colleagues including her “Aunt” Shirley Yount who love Brittany and will miss her always. A memorial service in her honor will be held at 5:00 PM, Saturday, September 9, 2017 at First Assembly of God Church, 1801 Hot Springs Highway, Benton, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Northeast Fire Department for the EMT Scholarship in her memory. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Doris Jeannie Holliday, 78, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 2, 2017. She loved sunny beaches, surfing the web, and spending time with her great-granddaughters and dog, Jazzie. She was lovingly known as “Memaw” to all her family and friends. She always put family first and made all the holidays special. Her passing leaves a void in the lives of those she loved, including her daughter, Dottie; son, Danny; son-in-law, Bruce; daughter-in-law, Jennifer; brother, Tim; sister-in-law, Karen; granddaughters: Holly, Michelle, Camille, and Kaylea; granddaughter-in-law, Vanessa; great-granddaughters: Vanessa, Michelle, and Alanna. The light is on, the window is open, and now her spirit is free. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com. Stanley William Vrana, age 62, of Benton, Arkansas passed away Sept. 2, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Feb. 13, 1955 in Waco, TX. Stanley is survived by his wife of 28 years, Amy Brashears Vrana and sons Parker Vrana and Garrett Vrana all of Benton. Stanley was a 1973 graduate of Hallsville High School, Hallsville, TX. He attended Kilgore College and received an Associate of Applied Arts degree from Pulaski Technical College. For the last 5 years, he took pride in working for the students and faculty at Howard Perrin Elementary where he was lovingly referred to as Mr. Stan and Stan the Man. Stanley’s greatest joy was his family. Vacations at the beach with his family and all things sports gave him a great amount of pleasure. His passion for bowling led him to meet his wife. He could boast that he once bowled a perfect 300 game. He loved watching his sons play ball and run cross country and track. Stanley worked meticulously to have a well-manicured yard. He is also survived by his parents, Harry and Janice Svrcek Vrana of Longview, TX, siblings, David Vrana and his wife Robyn of Norman, OK., Terry Rhodes and husband Robert, Bubba Vrana and wife DaWanna , Lance Vrana all of Hallsville, TX, and Lynne Pipak and husband Daniel of Longview, TX. Other survivors are his father and mother-in-law, Don and Dorothy Brashears of Benton, sister-in-law, Julie Brashears Harkrider and husband Cary of Tulsa, OK, brother –in-law, Clay Brashears and wife Sharon of Benton, AR. Stanley was loved by his nieces and nephews, Donna, Austin, and Bailey Harkrider, Chelsea Harmon and husband Kyle, Courtney and Cassidy Brashears, Jeff Rhodes, Casey Rhodes and wife Baili, Megan Adams and husband Kyle, Travis and Conner Vrana, Allison McInnerney and husband Keith, and Pierce Pipak (his Godson) and several great nephews and nieces. Reception visitation: 6:00-8:00 PM, Tuesday, September 5, Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton. Funeral service, officiated by Dr. Ben Crismon: 2:00 PM, Wednesday, September 6 at First Methodist Church, 200 N. Market Street, Benton. Burial, officiated by Father Paul Worm will follow at Smith-Rosemont Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CARTI. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Tommy Duane Bowling, Sr., 66, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away August 27, 2017. He was born January 21, 1951 in Peoria, Illinois. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Timmy Bowling of Bryant, Arkansas; daughter, Tammy Givens of East End, Arkansas; three grandchildren: Alexis Bowling, Kami Hogue, and Kali Givens; brother, Timothy Bowling of California; half-sister, Carol Camden; and many more family members and friends who love Tommy and will miss him always. Tommy was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Lee (Goins) Bowling; and son, Tommy Duane Bowling, Jr., Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Tommy Duane Bowling, Sr., 66, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away August 27, 2017. He was born January 21, 1951 in Peoria, Illinois. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Timmy Bowling of Bryant, Arkansas; daughter, Tammy Givens of East End, Arkansas; three grandchildren: Alexis Bowling, Kami Hogue, and Kali Givens; brother, Timothy Bowling of California; half-sister, Carol Camden; and many more family members and friends who love Tommy and will miss him always. Tommy was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Lee (Goins) Bowling; and son, Tommy Duane Bowling, Jr., Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Ben Irvin Baggett, Jr., 46, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 4, 2017. He was born October 15, 1970 in Little Rock to Ben Irvin, Sr. and Mona Carol Baggett. Services are entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Michael “Mike” Alan Quick, 53, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away September 4, 2017. He was born February 4, 1964 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Jesse and Carolyn Shrader Quick. Mike leaves to cherish his memory his parents; brother, Dennis Quick of Heber Springs, Arkansas; sister, Cindy Hejna and husband Tom of Benton, Arkansas; brother, Todd Quick of Benton, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews; and a host of family members and friends who love Mike and will miss him always. Reception visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM, Thursday, September 7, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton. Graveside service, officiated by Larry Young, will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, September 8 at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Highway 5N, Alexander, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Ebony Ann Houpt Vallun, 56, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away September 7, 2017 at Saline Memorial Hospice. She was born September 14, 1960 in Little Rock to John Edward and Anna Frances (Parrott) Houpt. Ebony was a certified nursing assistant and home caregiver. She dearly loved those she cared for. Family said she was a “tough, old bird” who fought hard throughout her battle with cancer, enduring chemotherapy, medications, and complications. During her treatment, she never complained, but rather endured with a positive attitude. Ebony was preceded in death by her mother, Anna Frances Parrott Houpt. She leaves to cherish her memory her father, John Edward Houpt of Bauxite, Arkansas; son, Robert Champagne of Benton, Arkansas; sister, Tracy Montgomery and husband Stephen of Alexander, Arkansas; uncle, Robert Wesley Houpt and wife Barbara of Bauxite, Arkansas; and many more family members and friends who love Ebony and will miss her always. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Carolyn Lee Robertson, 67, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 9, 2017. She was born January 3, 1950 in Magnolia, Arkansas to the late Robert and Evelyn (Boyles) Stewart. Carolyn worked in law-enforcement. She was a member of Highland Heights Baptist Church. Carolyn’s greatest treasures were her grandchildren. She loved spending time with them and their friends. Preceding Carolyn in death are her parents and brother, Jerry Don Stewart. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Gary Robertson, Jr. and wife Lisa of Benton, Arkansas and Don Robertson and wife Carrie of Bauxite, Arkansas; five grandchildren: Chase Robertson, Blake Yates, Aubree Robertson, Chelsea Robertson, and Ocean Reynolds; sister, Donna Fellers and husband Don of San Antonio, Texas; three special dogs (you better not have messed with!) Ella, Chumley, and Whitley; a host of family members and friends who love Carolyn and will miss her always. Reception visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM, Wednesday, September 13, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, September 14 at Smith-Benton Funeral Home with burial following. Serving as pallbearers are her sons, Gary Robertson, Jr., and Don Robertson; grandsons: Blake Yates, Chase Robertson, and Ocean Reynolds; and Scott Carpenter. Honorary pallbearers are the Highland Heights Baptist Church Sunday School Class, Beverly Henry and Alexandria Alvarez. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Saline County Humane Society or the Benton Animal Shelter. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Charity Ann Lynch, 35, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 10, 2017. She was born July 29, 1982 in Cleburne, Texas to William Whitener and Terri Clemmons. Charity was a member of Gospel Light Church. She enjoyed watching movies. Charity was a “people-person” and loved having company come visit her. She was a very giving and compassionate person who loved others with all her heart. Charity was preceded in death by her daughter, Faith Lynn Burchfield, and her grandparents. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Aaron Sawyer; parents, William Whitener and Terri Clemmons; twin sister, April Junior and husband Jeff; brother, Jonathon Whitener and wife Breanna; and a host of family members and friends who love Charity and will miss her always. Reception visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM, Thursday, September 14, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, September 15 at the funeral home. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Carroll Dean Whitfield, 74, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 12, 2017. He was born January 9, 1943 in Bauxite, Arkansas to William Henry and Mattie Whitfield. Carrol was a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Carroll was preceded in death by his wife, Debra Joyce Whitfield; and his parents. He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Sharla Whitfield and Carolyn Holt; one step-daughter, Debra Ray; one son, William Whitfield; one special son-in-law-who the family gives special thanks-Shane Thornberry; seven grandchildren: Ethan Schiele, Clayton Whitfield, Terra Whitfield, Mickey Robertson, Troy McBee, Danielle Ray, and Michael Ray; two sisters, Betty Ann McAdams and Nelorine Hickman; and a host of family members and friends who love Carroll and will miss him always. Graveside service held at 1:00 PM, Monday, September 18, at Mars Hill Cemetery in Bauxite. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Deborah Jane White, 62, of Bauxite, Arkansas passed away September 12, 2017. She was born November 13, 1954 in Little Rock to Julian Sr. and Dorris (Heer) Cook. Deborah was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Deborah was preceded in death by her father, Julian Cook, Sr.; and brother, Jarvis Cook. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Bryan Scott White and wife Sandra of Texas and Brent Steven White of Arkansas; mother, Dorris Cook; two grandchildren, Estella and Santiego White; four sisters; one brother; and a host of family members and friends who love Deborah and will miss her always. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 16 with funeral following at 11:00 AM at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, Arkansas. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com. Patricia Diane Mayhugh, 65, of Little Rock went to be with our Heavenly Father on September 13, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Imogene Hurt; brother, Jerry Hurt; and Jerry Mayhugh and David Lane, fathers of her two children. Survivors include two daughters, Jennifer Renae Draper and husband Joseph and Cheryl Ann Keltner; five grandchildren: Skyler Keltner, Jordan Cagle, Oksana Zaffarano, Whitney Draper, Corbin Draper; and one precious great-grand baby, Gaige Cagle. Family will hold Memorial service at New Hope Church of the Nazarene at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online Guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
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Cecil Harold Dodgen, 74, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 13, 2017 at Alcoa Pines Nursing Home. He was born November 23, 1942 in Alexander, Arkansas to the late Joe Wesley and Hazel Dodgen. Cecil was an accomplished guitar player and belonged onstage in Nashville. He enjoyed fishing with his wife. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Cecil leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 50 years, Linda Dodgen; two daughters, Tammy Hoff and husband Patrick of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Carla Barnes and husband Robert of Minot, North Dakota; four grandchildren; two sisters, Barbara Hull and husband Thomas of South Carolina and Shirley Pine and husband George of Haskell, Arkansas; and a host of family members and friends who love Cecil and will miss him always. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 19 at Smith-Benton Funeral Home with funeral service following at 11:00 AM. Burial following at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online Guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Ambaben Chhotubbai Patel, 90, of Benton, Arkansas passed away September 13, 2017. She was born August 27, 1929 in Moti Falod, Gujaret to the late Vanmalibhai and Waliben Patel. Visitation service held from 7:00-8:00 PM, Thursday, September 14, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Funeral service held at 10:00 AM, Friday, September 15, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Procession will follow to North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Gary Andrew Holland, 34, of Mabelvale, Arkansas, passed away September 14, 2017 at St. Vincent’s Hospice. He was born October 27, 1982 in Little Rock to Gary and Donna Holland. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Jackie Pendleton Bain July 19, 1942 – August 31, 2017 If Jackie touched your life you are invited to join in any of the following: Visitation is 9/11/17 from 5:00-7:00 at Caruth Village Funeral Home, 4623 North Highway 7 just north of the HSV West Gate. Celebration of Life Service will be located at Barcelona Road Baptist Church, 390 Barcelona Road HSV at 1:00PM on 9/12/17, immediately followed by the Graveside Service at Mulberry Cemetery, England, Arkansas. Following Graveside Service, First Baptist Church of England is hosting a visitation for family and friends. Visitation Monday 11 Sep 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Caruth Village Funeral Home 4623 North Highway 7 Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Tuesday 12 Sep 1:00 PM Barcelona Road Baptist Church 390 Barcelona Road Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 memory of Jackie CARUTH-HALE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Jackie’s church BRBC in HSV or his hometown church First Baptist in England, Arkansas where he, Robert, and Beci were baptized, dad was a deacon, and mom was the church secretary.
Donald Ray Williams, 79, of Bryant, passed away September 2, 2017. He was born April 27, 1938 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to Howard Ruben and Alice Lucille (Smothers) Williams. Donald graduated from Arkadelphia High School Class of 1956. He served in the Army from 1958 to 1964 as an MP. He worked for G.E. for 10 years and drove a Trailways Bus for 20 years. He was an animal lover and an avid Razorbacks fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Kendall and James Williams and brother-in-law, Mike Hayden. He is survived by three brothers, Roy Joe Williams (Rita) of Arkadelphia, Charles Williams (Kim) of Katy, Texas, and Jackie Williams (Charlotte) of Alexander; three sisters, Jean Higgins of Little Rock, Judy Bartlett (Ron) of Sherwood, Arkansas and Mary Hayden of Benton; sisters-in-law, Kitty Williams (James) and Donna Williams (Kendall) of Arkadelphia; and by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 6, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Funeral Home. Graveside services will begin just after the visitation at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Rev. Benny Grant officiating. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, contributions may be sent to your local Humane Society or the National Parkinson Foundation.
Brantlee Edward Mayson Bednar, infant son of Brittany and Cody Bednar of Alexander, passed away September 4, 2017. He is preceded in death by his sissy, Nevaeh Grace; great- grandfather, James Harrison and Carl Morris; great- grandmother, Connie Bednar and Belinda Siders; great- great- grandfather, James Seward and Cleda Rogers; and great- great- grandmother, Virginia Hughes, Edna Rogers, and June Peeples. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his Bubba, Raydin Bednar; grandparents, Kim and Jimmy Lester; grandmother, Carla Morris; great- grandparents, Jimmy and Katrina Lester; great- grandmother, Helen Harrison and Judy Oakley; and great- grandfather Raymond Bednar; uncles, Bryan (Kelly) Morris, Jesse (Kristen) Moore, Tyler Bednar, and Trent Lester; and aunt, Michelle Moore.; and a host of family and friends. A Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September, 8, 2017, at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation with family will be held after funeral services.
Kenny Rodgers, 65, of Bryant passed from this life September 7, 2016 surrounded by the love of his family, including his wife of 41 years, Brenda Battles Rodgers, four children and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Virgil H. and Mary Agnes Rodgers, his brother Virgil A. Rodgers (Ginger) and his daughter Tara Susanne Rodgers. Kenny is survived by Brenda, his brothers, Gary Rodgers(Sherrell) of Jonesboro and Ronald Rodgers (Pat) of Armorel; his children Ryan (Kristin) of Jonesboro, Kristi of Bryant, Zachary (Summer) of Bryant and Daniel (Lindsey) of Benton; and his grandchildren Hudson, Hayes, Hatley, Kayleigh, Allie and Parker. He was born June 21, 1952, in Paragould and graduated from Arkansas State University with a Bachelors Degree in Accounting. He also attended the LSU School of Banking and had a lifelong banking career. He is a past president of the Fox Hills Country Club, past secretary of the Boys and Girls Club and past president of Little League Baseball, all in Paragould. He was a member of Kiwanis Club and was a graduate of Leadership Blytheville. A member of First United Methodist Church in Little Rock, Kenny was a Sunday School teacher and lay speaker at UM churches for many years. Active sports were his joy, and he was a Marathon runner, golfer and youth sports coach. The family will hold a private memorial. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Arkansas CASA, Arkansas Children’s Hospital or UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute.
Steve Cifaldi went home to be with the Lord on September 12, 2017 at the age of 61. Steve was a loving and devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle. Steve graduated from Wirt High School in Gary, IN in 1974 and went on to obtain his degree at DeVry University in Atlanta, GA. Steve was a member of Benton First Assembly of God and worked at Baptist Health in Little Rock, AR. Steve loved taking trips to the beach with his family and will be most remembered for his kind heart, sense of humor and practical jokes. He was preceded in death by father Vito P. Cifaldi, mother Christine E. Cifaldi, brother Thomas D. Cifaldi, niece Cheryl J. Cifaldi and great nephew Kyle A. Claffey. Steve is survived by his loving wife of 8 years, Darlene Moore Cifaldi of Benton, AR, daughter Jaime Bilyeu (Michael) of Rogers, AR, step-daughter, Missy Cleghorn (Raymond) of Benton, AR, step-son, Josh Moore (Haleigh) of Benton, AR, two brothers and three sisters, John Cifaldi (Jeanne) of Valparaiso, IN, Vito Jr. Cifaldi (Janice) of Marietta, GA, Shirley Frazier (David) of Phoenix, AZ, Lisa Dillingham (Robert) of Benton, AR and Linda Robinson (Kenneth) of Benton, AR, and five grandchildren Elle and Allie Bilyeu, Aleigha and Josie Cleghorn and Archie Moore. He will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and family. Visitation will be held at Pinecrest Funeral Home, 7401 Hwy 5 North in Alexander from 6:00 – 8:00pm on Friday, September 15. Funeral service will be Saturday, September 16, at 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Gene Huskey officiating. Entombment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Mary Ruth Cook Bidwell, 89 of Alexander, AR, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017. She was born in North Little Rock on August 16, 1928 to Earl and Vona Ruth (Brockington) Cook. She is survived by her children, Vona Lee Thompson (Thomas Edward) of Perryville, AR, Cyrenea Sue Mehefko (Larry) of Warner Robins, GA, and Dreama Maria Sorsby (Dr. Stephen) of Alexander, AR; grandchildren, Thomas, Jr., Teri Elen, Andrea, Daniel, Sean, Jason, Cyrenea Kay and Lincoln; nine great grandchildren; one great greatgrandchild; and sister, Martha Earlene Cook Autry. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Cyreneus Benjamin Bidwell, brother, Milton Earl Cook, Jr. “Jimmy” and great grandchild, Ashley. Funeral services will be private. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501)224-2200. Mary’s online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.