Local Obituaries for Lonoke County, AR
Lester Turner
Jun 20, 2026
Lester “Shorty” Turner gained his wings Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 94. He was born January 19, 1932, in Gregory, Arkansas to Girdley and Laura Belle Turner. Shorty lived a life defined by service, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones. A proud veteran of the Korean War, he carried the values of discipline...
Stanley Joseph Todd
Jun 20, 2026
Stanley Joseph Todd, 74, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away into the arms of his Lord on June 20, 2026. Stan was born on November 12, 1951, in Jefferson City, Missouri to James Joseph Todd Sr. and Ellen Marie McClusky Todd.
Stan grew up in Lonoke, Arkansas and graduated from Lonoke High School. He then went on to be drafted by...
Stephen William Smith
Jun 16, 2026
Stephen William Smith, 35, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed into the arms of his Lord and Savor on June 16, 2026. Stephen was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on June 19, 1990, to Ivan Smith and Catherine Harris.
Stephen grew up in Lonoke, Arkansas and graduated from Lonoke High School in 2008. He was also an attendee at Building Bridges and was...
Charles Edward Kirtley
Jun 12, 2026
Charles Edward Kirtley, 66, of Austin, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on June 12, 2026. Charles was born into a large family on December 12, 1959, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Gerald and Marian Kirtley.
Charles loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing and camping with his family as often as possible. He was an extremely...
Sharron Lorene Havens
May 17, 2026
Sharron Lorene Ballard Havens, age 77, went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2026. She was born in Beebe, Arkansas to Faye and James (Bill) Ballard on August 30, 1948.
She grew up in the Oak Grove community where she enjoyed riding her horse “Babe”, spending time with cousins at their grandparents’ farm, and involvement in 4-H and church....
Johnny Robert Garrison
May 12, 2026
Johnny Robert Garrison, of Vilonia, Arkansas, passed away 05/12/2026 at the age of 22. Born 01/03/2004 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, He lived a life with a passion for hunting, video games, and football. He was an assembly operator 2 at White River Energetics.
Johnny is survived by his Dad, Joe (Shannon) Garrison of Ward, Mother, Mary May of Dewitt, brother, Jacob Garrison...
Dorothy Elaine Varnell
May 9, 2026
Dorothy Elaine Varnell, 72, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home into the arms of her Lord on May 9, 2026. Dorothy was born May 21,1953, at Mitchel Field Air Force Base in Hempstead, New York to James and Ora Creech.
Dorothy loved animals, especially her kitty cats. She never met a stranger and really loved to chat with just...
Loyce Marie Stoddard
May 3, 2026
Loyce Marie Stoddard, 82, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away peacefully May 3, 2026. Loyce was born in Parkin, Arkansas on April 15, 1944, to Henry G Thompson and Delta Mae Morris Thompson.
Loyce was a fun-loving person and a joy to be around. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and always loved playing games such as bingo and dominos.
Preceeding...
Audra "Pat" Ellen Lane
Apr 11, 2026
Audra ’Pat’ Vinson Lane, 87 of Cabot, AR passed away peacefully after a long courageous battle with myelodysplastic syndrome on April 11, 2026.
She was born in Hickory Ridge, AR to Sarah Jane Boone Betts and William McKinley Betts on June 20, 1938. She was the oldest of eight children. Pat was raised on a farm where she learned the value...
Kyla Michelle Counts
Apr 8, 2026
Kyla Michelle Counts, 44, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on April 8, 2026. Kyla was born on March 18, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Anthony Stephens Sr. and Vera Ingle Bright.
Kyla enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her children and nieces and nephews. She had a love of going to Bible Study and going to eat...
Dinecia Trickey Zeps
Apr 7, 2026
Dinecia Ann Trickey Zeps, 78, of Des Arc, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2026. Dinecia was born in Lonoke, Arkansas on February 2, 1948, to William and Polly Anna Trickey. She graduated from Lonoke High School and went on to receive her master’s in education and counseling, working for the Lonoke School District, Carlisle School District...
Margie Ruth Hancock
Apr 2, 2026
Margie Hancock, 91, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away on April 2, 2026, going to be with Jesus on this blessed weekend.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hancock. She is survived by her sons, Keith Hancock (Shannon) and Lonnie Hancock (Ashley); grandchildren, Sieanna, Cameron, Logan, and Lucas; and sisters Katy Kiesling and Ruby Corely.
Margie will be remembered for her devotion to...
Imogene Lackie
Mar 31, 2026
Imogene Lackie, 95, of Lonoke, Arkansas, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 31, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1931, in Lonoke County, the daughter of Lillie and Grady Jackson.
She graduated from Lonoke High School in 1949 and married the love of her life, Lyndle Lackie, on June 22, 1952. They shared 52 wonderful years...
Julie Ann Paschal
Mar 24, 2026
Julie Ann Paschal, age 44, passed away on March 24, 2026 in Lonoke Arkansas.
Born on February 15, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Julie lived a life marked by vibrancy and a deep devotion to those she loved. During her youth, she was actively involved in dance and majorette, where her spirited personality and enthusiasm were evident to all who knew...
Weston Dean Clark
Mar 6, 2026
Weston Dean Clark, precious baby boy of Dustin and April Clark, passed away peacefully in his parents’ loving embrace March 6, 2026. Weston was born on March 4, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas joining his 3 siblings, brother Alex Clark, sister Adelie Clark, and brother Colsen Clark. Born at just 26 weeks, he weighed just under 3lbs. During his 2...
Foster Marshall Cole, Sr.
Mar 3, 2026
Mr. Foster Marshall Cole, Sr.
The extraordinary journey of Foster Marshall Cole, Sr. began on January 20, 1937 in Lonoke, Arkansas. Foster, who was the youngest of thirteen children born to James Edward, Sr. and Lue Neal Walton Cole, was known by many names throughout his life. Some called him “Pete”, others called him “Cole”, and of course he was also...
Janetta Lott
Feb 26, 2026
Janetta Lott arrived on this earth January 29, 1937 to Arthur and Alice Noe Lackie of Lonoke, Arkansas. She married her love, Leonard Lott on September 7, 1952 and celebrated 69 years of marriage on September 7 2021. She and Leonard raised five boys later known as the five “R”s.
Jane, as most people called her, was a dedicated preacher’s wife...
Danny Paul Elmore
Feb 4, 2026
Danny Paul Elmore, 76, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on February 4, 2026, in his home and surrounded by his loved ones. He was born November 23, 1949, in Charleston, Arkansas to Aaron and Pauline Ketchum Elmore.
Danny retired in 2021, from Danny Elmore HTG & A/C after more than 40 years in business. He attended Arkansas Tech after graduating from...
Glenn Elwyn White
Feb 3, 2026
Glenn Elwyn White, 79, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on February 3, 2026. Glenn was born on January 8, 1947, to Wilfred and Helen White in Forrest City, Arkansas. After graduating high school and one year of college, Glenn joined the military at the age of 19. Entering the United States Army in August of 1966, he was sent to...
Lester Bruce Moss
Feb 3, 2026
Lester Bruce Moss, 65, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away at Barnes Nursing and Rehab February 3, 2026 after a long fought battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Lester was born on October 5, 1960 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Thomas J Moss and Dorothy Rebecca Wilson Moss.
Lester is preceded in death by his parents, T.J. Moss and Dorothy Moss. He is survived...
Lester Turner
Jun 20, 2026
Lester “Shorty” Turner gained his wings Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 94. He was born January 19, 1932, in Gregory, Arkansas to Girdley and Laura Belle Turner. Shorty lived a life defined by service, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones. A proud veteran of the Korean War, he carried the values of discipline...
Stanley Joseph Todd
Jun 20, 2026
Stanley Joseph Todd, 74, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away into the arms of his Lord on June 20, 2026. Stan was born on November 12, 1951, in Jefferson City, Missouri to James Joseph Todd Sr. and Ellen Marie McClusky Todd.
Stan grew up in Lonoke, Arkansas and graduated from Lonoke High School. He then went on to be drafted by...
Stephen William Smith
Jun 16, 2026
Stephen William Smith, 35, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed into the arms of his Lord and Savor on June 16, 2026. Stephen was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on June 19, 1990, to Ivan Smith and Catherine Harris.
Stephen grew up in Lonoke, Arkansas and graduated from Lonoke High School in 2008. He was also an attendee at Building Bridges and was...
Charles Edward Kirtley
Jun 12, 2026
Charles Edward Kirtley, 66, of Austin, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on June 12, 2026. Charles was born into a large family on December 12, 1959, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Gerald and Marian Kirtley.
Charles loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing and camping with his family as often as possible. He was an extremely...
Sharron Lorene Havens
May 17, 2026
Sharron Lorene Ballard Havens, age 77, went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2026. She was born in Beebe, Arkansas to Faye and James (Bill) Ballard on August 30, 1948.
She grew up in the Oak Grove community where she enjoyed riding her horse “Babe”, spending time with cousins at their grandparents’ farm, and involvement in 4-H and church....
Johnny Robert Garrison
May 12, 2026
Johnny Robert Garrison, of Vilonia, Arkansas, passed away 05/12/2026 at the age of 22. Born 01/03/2004 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, He lived a life with a passion for hunting, video games, and football. He was an assembly operator 2 at White River Energetics.
Johnny is survived by his Dad, Joe (Shannon) Garrison of Ward, Mother, Mary May of Dewitt, brother, Jacob Garrison...
Dorothy Elaine Varnell
May 9, 2026
Dorothy Elaine Varnell, 72, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home into the arms of her Lord on May 9, 2026. Dorothy was born May 21,1953, at Mitchel Field Air Force Base in Hempstead, New York to James and Ora Creech.
Dorothy loved animals, especially her kitty cats. She never met a stranger and really loved to chat with just...
Loyce Marie Stoddard
May 3, 2026
Loyce Marie Stoddard, 82, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away peacefully May 3, 2026. Loyce was born in Parkin, Arkansas on April 15, 1944, to Henry G Thompson and Delta Mae Morris Thompson.
Loyce was a fun-loving person and a joy to be around. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and always loved playing games such as bingo and dominos.
Preceeding...
Audra "Pat" Ellen Lane
Apr 11, 2026
Audra ’Pat’ Vinson Lane, 87 of Cabot, AR passed away peacefully after a long courageous battle with myelodysplastic syndrome on April 11, 2026.
She was born in Hickory Ridge, AR to Sarah Jane Boone Betts and William McKinley Betts on June 20, 1938. She was the oldest of eight children. Pat was raised on a farm where she learned the value...
Kyla Michelle Counts
Apr 8, 2026
Kyla Michelle Counts, 44, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on April 8, 2026. Kyla was born on March 18, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Anthony Stephens Sr. and Vera Ingle Bright.
Kyla enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her children and nieces and nephews. She had a love of going to Bible Study and going to eat...
Dinecia Trickey Zeps
Apr 7, 2026
Dinecia Ann Trickey Zeps, 78, of Des Arc, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2026. Dinecia was born in Lonoke, Arkansas on February 2, 1948, to William and Polly Anna Trickey. She graduated from Lonoke High School and went on to receive her master’s in education and counseling, working for the Lonoke School District, Carlisle School District...
Margie Ruth Hancock
Apr 2, 2026
Margie Hancock, 91, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away on April 2, 2026, going to be with Jesus on this blessed weekend.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hancock. She is survived by her sons, Keith Hancock (Shannon) and Lonnie Hancock (Ashley); grandchildren, Sieanna, Cameron, Logan, and Lucas; and sisters Katy Kiesling and Ruby Corely.
Margie will be remembered for her devotion to...
Imogene Lackie
Mar 31, 2026
Imogene Lackie, 95, of Lonoke, Arkansas, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 31, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1931, in Lonoke County, the daughter of Lillie and Grady Jackson.
She graduated from Lonoke High School in 1949 and married the love of her life, Lyndle Lackie, on June 22, 1952. They shared 52 wonderful years...
Julie Ann Paschal
Mar 24, 2026
Julie Ann Paschal, age 44, passed away on March 24, 2026 in Lonoke Arkansas.
Born on February 15, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Julie lived a life marked by vibrancy and a deep devotion to those she loved. During her youth, she was actively involved in dance and majorette, where her spirited personality and enthusiasm were evident to all who knew...
Weston Dean Clark
Mar 6, 2026
Weston Dean Clark, precious baby boy of Dustin and April Clark, passed away peacefully in his parents’ loving embrace March 6, 2026. Weston was born on March 4, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas joining his 3 siblings, brother Alex Clark, sister Adelie Clark, and brother Colsen Clark. Born at just 26 weeks, he weighed just under 3lbs. During his 2...
Foster Marshall Cole, Sr.
Mar 3, 2026
Mr. Foster Marshall Cole, Sr.
The extraordinary journey of Foster Marshall Cole, Sr. began on January 20, 1937 in Lonoke, Arkansas. Foster, who was the youngest of thirteen children born to James Edward, Sr. and Lue Neal Walton Cole, was known by many names throughout his life. Some called him “Pete”, others called him “Cole”, and of course he was also...
Janetta Lott
Feb 26, 2026
Janetta Lott arrived on this earth January 29, 1937 to Arthur and Alice Noe Lackie of Lonoke, Arkansas. She married her love, Leonard Lott on September 7, 1952 and celebrated 69 years of marriage on September 7 2021. She and Leonard raised five boys later known as the five “R”s.
Jane, as most people called her, was a dedicated preacher’s wife...
Danny Paul Elmore
Feb 4, 2026
Danny Paul Elmore, 76, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on February 4, 2026, in his home and surrounded by his loved ones. He was born November 23, 1949, in Charleston, Arkansas to Aaron and Pauline Ketchum Elmore.
Danny retired in 2021, from Danny Elmore HTG & A/C after more than 40 years in business. He attended Arkansas Tech after graduating from...
Glenn Elwyn White
Feb 3, 2026
Glenn Elwyn White, 79, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on February 3, 2026. Glenn was born on January 8, 1947, to Wilfred and Helen White in Forrest City, Arkansas. After graduating high school and one year of college, Glenn joined the military at the age of 19. Entering the United States Army in August of 1966, he was sent to...
Lester Bruce Moss
Feb 3, 2026
Lester Bruce Moss, 65, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away at Barnes Nursing and Rehab February 3, 2026 after a long fought battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Lester was born on October 5, 1960 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Thomas J Moss and Dorothy Rebecca Wilson Moss.
Lester is preceded in death by his parents, T.J. Moss and Dorothy Moss. He is survived...
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