Francies Joann Johnson, age 85, of Benton, passed away February 14, 2023 after an extended illness.  She was born March 27, 1937 to Joe and Ida (Cox) Thornberry.  Francies retired from Benton Public Schools after working 15 years at Caldwell Elementary. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry W. Johnson; son, Donnie […]

Delano Gordon Ashbrook, age 82, of Benton, passed away Monday, February 13, 2023.  He was born January 27, 1941 in Alpine, Arkansas.  Delano retired from NCR.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Miley & Effie Ashbrook; two brothers, Arnold and Cecil Ashbrook; and a sister, Irma Ashbrook. Delano is survived by his wife […]

On February 12, 2023, Edward L. Winkler, of Hermitage, Tennessee, a beloved husband and devoted dad passed away at the age of 81.  He was born July 6, 1941 to Walter and Alma Winkler.  Ed spent four years in the U.S. Navy and went to Auto Diesel College.  He loved anything that had an engine, […]

Barbara Sue Hinkson, age 87, of Benton passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at her home. She was born August 26, 1935 in Grant County. Barbara was a retired retail sales clerk and a member of Old Union Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Young and Violet and Ralph […]

Catherine Salinas, 78, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. She was born to the late, Floyd and Hazel (Cureton) Long, on Sunday, April 2, 1944, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Anyone who knew Cathy, knew how unselfish and caring she was—she always put others first. She loved her family more than anything […]

James Allen Crow June 9, 1954 – February 5, 2023 James Crow, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on February 5, 2023. He was born June 9, 1954, in Eugene, Oregon to the late James and Mary Crow. James worked for Pulaski County Road and Bridge for over 20 years. He is survived by his son, James Crow (Joy); sisters, Helen Workman, Louise Putnum, […]

On February 6th, 2023 FRANKIE N. CHANDLER of Benton, Arkansas left this earthly world to be with her Lord and savior at the age of 79 after a long and courageous fight with ALZTHEIMERS and a brief battle with cancer. Today, she dances with angels. “Though she be but little, she is fierce.” – William […]

Ronald Earl Norman, age 68, of Alexander, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023.  He was born March 29, 1954 in Little Rock, Arkansas.  Ronald worked for Fleet Tires and enjoyed spending time with his grandsons & fishing. He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald Earl & Velma Jane Norman and a brother, Gary […]

John G. (JG) Browning, Sr. 87 of Benton, went to be with his Savior on February 3, 2023.  He was born on April 15, 1935 in Lonsdale, Arkansas to the late James Frank and Laura H. Houpt Browning.  John was a veteran of the United States Army and member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church. John […]

  Douglas Dewayne Robertson, 61, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born on Thursday, October 5, 1961, in Fremont, California. He is preceded in death by his father, Willie Joe Robertson and his brother, David Ben Robertson. He is survived by his life partner, Carol King; two sons, Joshua […]