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Local Obituaries for Lonoke County, AR

Judy Ann Bailey

Judy Ann Bailey

Feb 2, 2024

Judy Ann Willman Bailey, of Lonoke, Arkansas, entered the gates of Heaven on February 2, 2024, at the age of 79. Judy is proceeded in death by her parents Elmer Sr. and Zana Bell Willman, infant grandson, and her husband, George Bailey all of Lonoke. Judy is survived by her daughters Shelley (Larry) Clark of Lonoke, Stacy Crain of Cabot,...

Rickey Leon Smith

Rickey Leon Smith

Jan 28, 2024

Rickey Leon Smith, 64, of Lonoke, passed away Sunday, January 28th.  Rickey served in the United States Army and later worked as an Avionics Technician for the DEA.  He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Cox Baldwin.  Rickey is survived by his father and step-mother Herman and Dorothy Smith of Quitman; three children Pamela Lawson (Mark), Charles Smith...

Ricky Gene Ingram

Ricky Gene Ingram

Jan 26, 2024

 Ricky Gene Ingram, age 67 of Ward, Arkansas, died peacefully in his sleep on January 26th, 2024, following a battle with Leukemia. He was born to Ethel Mae Davidson and James W. Ingram on November 14th, 1956, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Ricky was a handyman by trade and enjoyed to tinker and fix things, he also enjoyed hunting, fishing and just...

Ruth A Riley

Ruth A Riley

Jan 22, 2024

Ruth Riley, 77, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on January 22, 2024. Ruth was born to J.T. and Ollie Bell Cummings, in Trumann, Arkansas.

After years of hard work, Ruth retired from Remington Arms as a line worker. When she wasn’t working she enjoyed spending her days working in her vegetable and flower garden and attending Roberson Baptist Church. Ruth also...

Patsy Coretta Morris

Patsy Coretta Morris

Jan 20, 2024

Patsy Coretta Morris, 77, of Humnoke, passed away January, 20, 2024. She was born May 1,1946, to Thomas and Minnie Weatherly in Blytheville, Arkansas. 

Patsy was married to Ronnie Gerald Morris, and had three wonderful children together. She spent time working in several kitchen restaurants including the Humnoke school cafeteria. She enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping trips and crocheting....

Lawson Finis Jacks

Lawson Finis Jacks

Jan 9, 2024

 

Lawson Finis Jacks, 90, of Lonoke, Arkansas,  lovingly known as “L.F.” passed away peacefully in his home on January 9, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret Morgan Jacks, son Kerry (Beth), daughter Louanne (Randy), grandchildren Kara Lucas (Luke), Kaci Horn (John), Preston Jacks (Sabrina), Courtney Weaver (Nic), and great-grandchildren Stormi and Joli Horn. 

L.F. was a...

Diane Marie Yancey

Diane Marie Yancey

Jan 7, 2024

 

Diane M. "Sue" Yancey, 65 of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away peacefully at her home on January 7, 2024. She was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on September 12, 1958, to Schley O. "Bud" Ervin and Charlotte Ervin.

 

Sue is survived by sons, Billy F. Yancey III (Laura) of Austin, TX, Chris D. Yancey (Zaineth) of Fulshear, TX; grandchildren Dylan...

Stan Warren Rochelle

Stan Warren Rochelle

Jan 4, 2024

 

 

Stan Warren Rochelle, 55, passed away peacefully in his home on January 4, 2024 after complications with diabetes and his heart. 

Stan graduated from Lonoke High School in 1987 and went on to get his Bachelor’s degree in finance and economics from Baylor University in Waco, TX.

As a child, Stan was full of personality and always had...

Robert "Bo" Miller

Robert "Bo" Miller

Jan 2, 2024

 

Robert “Bo” Lee Miller, 86, of Bryant, passed away January 2, 2024. He was born December 31, 1937 to John Robert “Bob” and Irene DeVinney Miller in Lonoke, Arkansas.

 Bo graduated from Lonoke High School and spent several years in the Army. He spent most of his time providing for his family. He worked for the post office for...

Martha Ann New

Martha Ann New

Dec 31, 2023

 

Martha Ann New, 78, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, on December 31, 2023. Born on July 7, 1945 to parents Charles and Violet Martin in Vilonia, Arkansas

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband.

She is survived by four sons, Billy New, Jerry New, Joe New (Jessica Harrison),...

Robert Eugene Williams

Robert Eugene Williams

Dec 29, 2023

Robert “Bob” Eugene Williams, 86 of Lonoke, Arkansas was greeted into heaven by our Lord and Savior on December 29, 2023. He was born January 16, 1937, in Carlisle, Arkansas to Marie Rettig and Elmer Williams. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Karla Williams, their infant daughter, Kathleen Marie Williams, brother Elmer Williams, and...

Barbara Lee Bell

Barbara Lee Bell

Dec 20, 2023

 

Barbara Lee Bell, 84, passed away peacefully, December 20, 2023 after an extended illness. Barbara was born August 25,1939 in Shady Springs, West Virginia to father Rufus Orville Martin and mother Sarah Ilene Martin. She was a true coal miner’s daughter.Barbara spent 47 years in San Antonio, Texas, where she retired from Southwestern Bell. The San Antonio Spurs have...

Willie Jean Cole

Willie Jean Cole

Dec 15, 2023

Willie Jean (Miller) Cole was born June 18, 1937 to the late Willie Miller and Edith Carroll Miller.  She departed this earthly life on December 15, 2023. Willie Jean was preceded in death by one child, baby girl Cole. Her husband, Harmon Cole Jr. and 4 brothers; Willie Lee, Robert, Leo and Cleo Miller.

She is survived by her daughters:...

Parilee M Martineau

Parilee M Martineau

Dec 14, 2023

Parilee Williams Parnell Martineau left this life for her eternal home in Heaven on December 14, 2023 at the age of 88. She was born November 20, 1935 to Henry G Williams and Irene Sewell Williams of Pettus, AR.She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Dorothy Justice, James Williams, Marie Gordon, Ellen Ivy, Curtis Williams, Thomas Williams, Annette...

Phyllis Ann Cash

Phyllis Ann Cash

Dec 5, 2023

Phyllis Ann Cash, 74, of Lonoke, Arkansas, went to be with our Lord on December 5, 2023, surrounded by her family.  She was born January 21, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas to James and Sammye Cruce.  Phyllis was a graduate of Lonoke High School where she met the love of her life and the two married in 1968 and just...

Ernest Eugene Weare

Ernest Eugene Weare

Dec 2, 2023

 

 

Ernest Eugene Weare, born November 5, 1939 went to be with his Lord on December 2, 2023.

He is predeceased in death by two infant daughters; parents, Ruby and Edgar Weare, and a sister, Ethel Weare Thannisch. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jane Lofton Weare, many relatives and friends. Ernie was a graduate of...

Joe Wayne Rochelle

Joe Wayne Rochelle

Nov 21, 2023

 

 

Joseph Wayne Rochelle, 85, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023 after a gradual decline in health.  He and his wife, Fay Rochelle of 63 years, are co-owners of Rochelle Farms in Lonoke, AR.  Their farm was among the first to begin farming rice in Lonoke County.

 

Joe Wayne graduated with honors from Lonoke High School in...

Thelma Cannon

Thelma Cannon

Nov 17, 2023

 

Life’s Journey

 

Thelma Cooney Cannon was born June 28, 1926 in Wattensaw, Arkansas to the late Alexander and Gertrude Cooney. Thelma confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Macedonia Baptist Church. After moving to Hazen, she united with Prairie Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She was married to the late Thomas Cannon. Thelma was a...

Rosie Lee Valentine

Rosie Lee Valentine

Nov 15, 2023

 

Rosie Valentine, 63, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away November 15, 2023. She was born February 1, 1960 to Robert and Vivian Whitsett.

Rosie loved doing puzzle books, napping with her bloved dog Tisha, and going to town to shop at Wal Mart.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Valentine, two sisters and...

Melina Dorean Ausburn

Melina Dorean Ausburn

Nov 10, 2023

Melina Dorean Ausburn went to be with our Lord November 10th, 2023. She was born September 14th, 1967 to Amil Crowder and Jewell Bruce in Hazen, Ar. She was a hardworking, stubborn, independent woman who loved with all her heart. She spent 20+ years in health care doing what she loved, caring for others. She enjoyed spending time in her...

Judy Ann Bailey

Judy Ann Bailey

Feb 2, 2024

Judy Ann Willman Bailey, of Lonoke, Arkansas, entered the gates of Heaven on February 2, 2024, at the age of 79. Judy is proceeded in death by her parents Elmer Sr. and Zana Bell Willman, infant grandson, and her husband, George Bailey all of Lonoke. Judy is survived by her daughters Shelley (Larry) Clark of Lonoke, Stacy Crain of Cabot,...

Rickey Leon Smith

Rickey Leon Smith

Jan 28, 2024

Rickey Leon Smith, 64, of Lonoke, passed away Sunday, January 28th.  Rickey served in the United States Army and later worked as an Avionics Technician for the DEA.  He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Cox Baldwin.  Rickey is survived by his father and step-mother Herman and Dorothy Smith of Quitman; three children Pamela Lawson (Mark), Charles Smith...

Ricky Gene Ingram

Ricky Gene Ingram

Jan 26, 2024

 Ricky Gene Ingram, age 67 of Ward, Arkansas, died peacefully in his sleep on January 26th, 2024, following a battle with Leukemia. He was born to Ethel Mae Davidson and James W. Ingram on November 14th, 1956, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Ricky was a handyman by trade and enjoyed to tinker and fix things, he also enjoyed hunting, fishing and just...

Ruth A Riley

Ruth A Riley

Jan 22, 2024

Ruth Riley, 77, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on January 22, 2024. Ruth was born to J.T. and Ollie Bell Cummings, in Trumann, Arkansas.

After years of hard work, Ruth retired from Remington Arms as a line worker. When she wasn’t working she enjoyed spending her days working in her vegetable and flower garden and attending Roberson Baptist Church. Ruth also...

Patsy Coretta Morris

Patsy Coretta Morris

Jan 20, 2024

Patsy Coretta Morris, 77, of Humnoke, passed away January, 20, 2024. She was born May 1,1946, to Thomas and Minnie Weatherly in Blytheville, Arkansas. 

Patsy was married to Ronnie Gerald Morris, and had three wonderful children together. She spent time working in several kitchen restaurants including the Humnoke school cafeteria. She enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping trips and crocheting....

Lawson Finis Jacks

Lawson Finis Jacks

Jan 9, 2024

 

Lawson Finis Jacks, 90, of Lonoke, Arkansas,  lovingly known as “L.F.” passed away peacefully in his home on January 9, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret Morgan Jacks, son Kerry (Beth), daughter Louanne (Randy), grandchildren Kara Lucas (Luke), Kaci Horn (John), Preston Jacks (Sabrina), Courtney Weaver (Nic), and great-grandchildren Stormi and Joli Horn. 

L.F. was a...

Diane Marie Yancey

Diane Marie Yancey

Jan 7, 2024

 

Diane M. "Sue" Yancey, 65 of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away peacefully at her home on January 7, 2024. She was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on September 12, 1958, to Schley O. "Bud" Ervin and Charlotte Ervin.

 

Sue is survived by sons, Billy F. Yancey III (Laura) of Austin, TX, Chris D. Yancey (Zaineth) of Fulshear, TX; grandchildren Dylan...

Stan Warren Rochelle

Stan Warren Rochelle

Jan 4, 2024

 

 

Stan Warren Rochelle, 55, passed away peacefully in his home on January 4, 2024 after complications with diabetes and his heart. 

Stan graduated from Lonoke High School in 1987 and went on to get his Bachelor’s degree in finance and economics from Baylor University in Waco, TX.

As a child, Stan was full of personality and always had...

Robert "Bo" Miller

Robert "Bo" Miller

Jan 2, 2024

 

Robert “Bo” Lee Miller, 86, of Bryant, passed away January 2, 2024. He was born December 31, 1937 to John Robert “Bob” and Irene DeVinney Miller in Lonoke, Arkansas.

 Bo graduated from Lonoke High School and spent several years in the Army. He spent most of his time providing for his family. He worked for the post office for...

Martha Ann New

Martha Ann New

Dec 31, 2023

 

Martha Ann New, 78, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, on December 31, 2023. Born on July 7, 1945 to parents Charles and Violet Martin in Vilonia, Arkansas

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband.

She is survived by four sons, Billy New, Jerry New, Joe New (Jessica Harrison),...

Robert Eugene Williams

Robert Eugene Williams

Dec 29, 2023

Robert “Bob” Eugene Williams, 86 of Lonoke, Arkansas was greeted into heaven by our Lord and Savior on December 29, 2023. He was born January 16, 1937, in Carlisle, Arkansas to Marie Rettig and Elmer Williams. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Karla Williams, their infant daughter, Kathleen Marie Williams, brother Elmer Williams, and...

Barbara Lee Bell

Barbara Lee Bell

Dec 20, 2023

 

Barbara Lee Bell, 84, passed away peacefully, December 20, 2023 after an extended illness. Barbara was born August 25,1939 in Shady Springs, West Virginia to father Rufus Orville Martin and mother Sarah Ilene Martin. She was a true coal miner’s daughter.Barbara spent 47 years in San Antonio, Texas, where she retired from Southwestern Bell. The San Antonio Spurs have...

Willie Jean Cole

Willie Jean Cole

Dec 15, 2023

Willie Jean (Miller) Cole was born June 18, 1937 to the late Willie Miller and Edith Carroll Miller.  She departed this earthly life on December 15, 2023. Willie Jean was preceded in death by one child, baby girl Cole. Her husband, Harmon Cole Jr. and 4 brothers; Willie Lee, Robert, Leo and Cleo Miller.

She is survived by her daughters:...

Parilee M Martineau

Parilee M Martineau

Dec 14, 2023

Parilee Williams Parnell Martineau left this life for her eternal home in Heaven on December 14, 2023 at the age of 88. She was born November 20, 1935 to Henry G Williams and Irene Sewell Williams of Pettus, AR.She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Dorothy Justice, James Williams, Marie Gordon, Ellen Ivy, Curtis Williams, Thomas Williams, Annette...

Phyllis Ann Cash

Phyllis Ann Cash

Dec 5, 2023

Phyllis Ann Cash, 74, of Lonoke, Arkansas, went to be with our Lord on December 5, 2023, surrounded by her family.  She was born January 21, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas to James and Sammye Cruce.  Phyllis was a graduate of Lonoke High School where she met the love of her life and the two married in 1968 and just...

Ernest Eugene Weare

Ernest Eugene Weare

Dec 2, 2023

 

 

Ernest Eugene Weare, born November 5, 1939 went to be with his Lord on December 2, 2023.

He is predeceased in death by two infant daughters; parents, Ruby and Edgar Weare, and a sister, Ethel Weare Thannisch. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jane Lofton Weare, many relatives and friends. Ernie was a graduate of...

Joe Wayne Rochelle

Joe Wayne Rochelle

Nov 21, 2023

 

 

Joseph Wayne Rochelle, 85, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023 after a gradual decline in health.  He and his wife, Fay Rochelle of 63 years, are co-owners of Rochelle Farms in Lonoke, AR.  Their farm was among the first to begin farming rice in Lonoke County.

 

Joe Wayne graduated with honors from Lonoke High School in...

Thelma Cannon

Thelma Cannon

Nov 17, 2023

 

Life’s Journey

 

Thelma Cooney Cannon was born June 28, 1926 in Wattensaw, Arkansas to the late Alexander and Gertrude Cooney. Thelma confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Macedonia Baptist Church. After moving to Hazen, she united with Prairie Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She was married to the late Thomas Cannon. Thelma was a...

Rosie Lee Valentine

Rosie Lee Valentine

Nov 15, 2023

 

Rosie Valentine, 63, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away November 15, 2023. She was born February 1, 1960 to Robert and Vivian Whitsett.

Rosie loved doing puzzle books, napping with her bloved dog Tisha, and going to town to shop at Wal Mart.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Valentine, two sisters and...

Melina Dorean Ausburn

Melina Dorean Ausburn

Nov 10, 2023

Melina Dorean Ausburn went to be with our Lord November 10th, 2023. She was born September 14th, 1967 to Amil Crowder and Jewell Bruce in Hazen, Ar. She was a hardworking, stubborn, independent woman who loved with all her heart. She spent 20+ years in health care doing what she loved, caring for others. She enjoyed spending time in her...

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