OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Lonoke County, AR

Dora Pledger Bolden

Dora Pledger Bolden

Aug 23, 2024

Dora Pledger Bolden, age 82, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. She was born on December 11, 1941, in Cabot, Arkansas, to Lewis K. Pledger and Nora Pearl Alford Pledger.

Interment under the care of Boyd Funeral Home at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Cabot, Arkansas.

 

Neola Carlene Magee

Neola Carlene Magee

Aug 16, 2024

Neola Carlene Magee, 86, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024. She was born on May 26, 1938, in Carlisle, to Mary and Ed Armstrong.

She is survived by her sons, Joe Edward Magee of Carlisle, AR and Bobby Magee (Thanh) of Houston, TX; and daughter, Carlene Rhodes of Carlisle, AR; grandchildren, Brandy Swaim (Kevin), Daniel Magee, Eric...

Gary Franklin Goode

Gary Franklin Goode

Aug 14, 2024

Gary Franklin Goode was born September 15th, 1940 in the Pettus community to the late Ted and Jewel (Castleberry) Goode. Gary passed away peacefully from complications from dementia August 14, 2024 at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Janice Goode. Also survived by his sons, Gary (Kathy) Goode II of Clarksdale Mississippi, Steve (Christie) Goode of...

Tommie Lyle Crane

Tommie Lyle Crane

Aug 1, 2024

Tommie Lyle Crane passed away August 1, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on January 4, 1930, in Carlisle, Arkansas, to Sadie Belle Rose and Alonzo Scott Crane Jr.

At an early age, Tommie left school to work as a farmhand until age 17 when he joined the United States Army and was sent overseas to fight in the Korean...

Charlotte Norene McArthur

Charlotte Norene McArthur

Jul 28, 2024

Charlotte Norene Scallion Snider McArthur of Carlisle, Arkansas, went home to her Lord and Savior July 28, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born September 25, 1931, to William Taylor Scallion and Eugenia Coffelt Scallion in Carlisle, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 39 years, Loyce McArthur, the father of her children;...

James Don Walter

James Don Walter

Jul 25, 2024

James Don Walter, known affectionately as Don, passed away on July 25, 2024, at the age of 65. He was born on June 2, 1959, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and had been a resident of Carlisle, Arkansas, at the time of his passing. Don was a devoted family man who cherished his loved ones above all else. He found immense...

Joy Glenn Kittler

Joy Glenn Kittler

Jul 21, 2024

Joy Glenn Kittler, 94, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. She was born on November 4, 1929, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to Charles Henery Seyller and Virgie Lee McCallie Seyller.

She is survived by her daughter, Glenda Barnes (Doug Barnes); grandchildren, Lathan Barnes and Jennifer Barnes; great grandchildren, William Barnes and Alice Barnes; and nephew, Kenneth Robnett.

Joy is...

Carlos Eugene Hamric

Carlos Eugene Hamric

Jul 14, 2024

Our beloved dad, papa, great grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend, Carlos Eugene Hamric of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born on October 23, 1944, in Berkley, California, to William Orville Hamric and Phyllis Arlene Rogers Hamric. 

Carlos is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Ola Mae Harrison...

James Edward Lott

James Edward Lott

Jul 4, 2024

As a lifelong carpenter, James Edward Lott would have known best that sturdy construction only takes place on a solid foundation. And surely it was James Lott who was the foundation stone upon which a family was built.

Born in Lonoke, Arkansas on October 14, 1936, the third of five children to Luther Bee “L.B.” and Minnie Marie Lott, James would...

Eve Angeline Wilson

Eve Angeline Wilson

Jun 30, 2024

Eve Angeline Wilson, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 13, 1950, in McGhee, Arkansas, to Bill Stivers and Kathleen Stivers.

Eve had a huge farm and raised many different farm animals including ostriches, goats, peacocks, and rabbits, but she loved chickens the most. She passed down...

Rhonda Dianne Johnston

Rhonda Dianne Johnston

Jun 25, 2024

Rhonda Dianne Johnston, age 75, of Cabot, Arkansas passed away on June 25, 2024. She was born in Dothan, Alabama on December 27, 1948 to Billy Ready and Jewell Ready. 

She is survived by her son, Michael Kiley Johnston (Cindee); and her three grandchildren, Sienna, Ella and Eli Johnston. She will be greatly missed by her many dear friends and family. 

Rhonda...

Dorthy L. Grimes

Dorthy L. Grimes

Jun 25, 2024

Dorthy Grimes, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024. She was born on May 9, 1936, in Lonoke, Arkansas. She was of the Christian faith. 

She is survived by her children, Vandora Grimes, Wen Grimes (Christy), Deloris Grimes, and Amelia Crane (Billy); 3 grandchildren, Arron Turner, Brennen Grimes, and Hayden Grimes. She is also survived by her brother, William...

Barbara Jeanette Houser Hill

Barbara Jeanette Houser Hill

Jun 20, 2024

Barbara Jeanette Houser (Hill), born on November 1, 1945, in Little Rock, AR, passed away on June 20, 2024, in Lonoke, AR surrounded by her loved ones from a lengthy battle of lung disease. She resided at Lonoke Health and Rehab. Barbara was known for her love of reading, playing Yahtzee, collecting Thomas Kincaid artwork, and spending cherished moments with...

Brian McAlister

Brian McAlister

Jun 18, 2024

Brian Keith McAlister, age 63, of Lonoke Ark., passed away on June 18, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. After a short but hard-fought battle with brain cancer, Brian departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he cherished.

Brian was born on February 19, 1961, to J.A. and Shirley McAlister. From a young age,...

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn

Jun 4, 2024

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn went home to his heavenly Father on June 4, 2024, at the age of 50 years. He was born in North Little Rock on June 4, 1974, to Orval and Phyllis Munnerlyn. Jason is survived by his parents, Orval and Phyllis Munnerlyn; two sisters, Shannon Williams (Scott) of Little Rock and Robin Beavers (Michael) of Austin; two...

Patricia A. Cunningham

Patricia A. Cunningham

Jun 2, 2024

Patricia A. Cunningham, 79, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born on June 22, 1944, in Galveston, Texas, to William Otto Sullivan and Bonnie Ellis Underwood.

She is survived by her son, Alvin Cunningham (Lisa); brothers, Phillip Sullivan, Jimmy Sullivan and Billy Sullivan; sister, Mary Freeman; grandchildren, Ian Cunningham and Lance Cunningham (Ally); and extended...

Virginia Irene Bell

Virginia Irene Bell

Jun 1, 2024

Virginia Irene Bell, 84, of Cabot, Arkansas, passed away Friday, June 1, 2024, peacefully in her home.  She was born October 27, 1939, to the late John and Etta Bell, in Dyess, Arkansas.  Irene enjoyed needlework, cross-stitch and crochet.  Many pieces surrounded her home and she enjoyed giving pieces as gifts to friends and family.   Survivors include one sister,...

Ronald Allen Richard

Ronald Allen Richard

Jun 1, 2024

Ronald Allen “Ray” Richard, 86, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born in Sulphur, Oklahoma to the late Leo and Annie Richard, the youngest of three sons. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Doyle Richard and Louie Gene Richard. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-five years,...

Joe David Cordell

Joe David Cordell

May 27, 2024

Joe David Cordell, 75, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away in the comfort of his home, on Monday, May 27, 2024. He was born on July 1, 1948, in Lonoke, to James Cordell and Lula Mae Cordell.

Joe grew up in the town of Lonoke and graduated from Lonoke High School in the Class of 1967.

He began working for Remington Arms and...

Charles Delbert Cummings

Charles Delbert Cummings

May 19, 2024

Charles D Cummings (81) saw the face of Jesus on May 19, 2024.  He was born in Hazen, AR on August 22, 1942, to the late Arthur Cummings and Odell Cummings.  He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Joy Cummings of Lonoke and his son, Chuck Cummings of Little Rock.  He is survived by his daughters,...

Dora Pledger Bolden

Dora Pledger Bolden

Aug 23, 2024

Dora Pledger Bolden, age 82, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. She was born on December 11, 1941, in Cabot, Arkansas, to Lewis K. Pledger and Nora Pearl Alford Pledger.

Interment under the care of Boyd Funeral Home at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Cabot, Arkansas.

 

Neola Carlene Magee

Neola Carlene Magee

Aug 16, 2024

Neola Carlene Magee, 86, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024. She was born on May 26, 1938, in Carlisle, to Mary and Ed Armstrong.

She is survived by her sons, Joe Edward Magee of Carlisle, AR and Bobby Magee (Thanh) of Houston, TX; and daughter, Carlene Rhodes of Carlisle, AR; grandchildren, Brandy Swaim (Kevin), Daniel Magee, Eric...

Gary Franklin Goode

Gary Franklin Goode

Aug 14, 2024

Gary Franklin Goode was born September 15th, 1940 in the Pettus community to the late Ted and Jewel (Castleberry) Goode. Gary passed away peacefully from complications from dementia August 14, 2024 at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Janice Goode. Also survived by his sons, Gary (Kathy) Goode II of Clarksdale Mississippi, Steve (Christie) Goode of...

Tommie Lyle Crane

Tommie Lyle Crane

Aug 1, 2024

Tommie Lyle Crane passed away August 1, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on January 4, 1930, in Carlisle, Arkansas, to Sadie Belle Rose and Alonzo Scott Crane Jr.

At an early age, Tommie left school to work as a farmhand until age 17 when he joined the United States Army and was sent overseas to fight in the Korean...

Charlotte Norene McArthur

Charlotte Norene McArthur

Jul 28, 2024

Charlotte Norene Scallion Snider McArthur of Carlisle, Arkansas, went home to her Lord and Savior July 28, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born September 25, 1931, to William Taylor Scallion and Eugenia Coffelt Scallion in Carlisle, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 39 years, Loyce McArthur, the father of her children;...

James Don Walter

James Don Walter

Jul 25, 2024

James Don Walter, known affectionately as Don, passed away on July 25, 2024, at the age of 65. He was born on June 2, 1959, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and had been a resident of Carlisle, Arkansas, at the time of his passing. Don was a devoted family man who cherished his loved ones above all else. He found immense...

Joy Glenn Kittler

Joy Glenn Kittler

Jul 21, 2024

Joy Glenn Kittler, 94, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. She was born on November 4, 1929, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to Charles Henery Seyller and Virgie Lee McCallie Seyller.

She is survived by her daughter, Glenda Barnes (Doug Barnes); grandchildren, Lathan Barnes and Jennifer Barnes; great grandchildren, William Barnes and Alice Barnes; and nephew, Kenneth Robnett.

Joy is...

Carlos Eugene Hamric

Carlos Eugene Hamric

Jul 14, 2024

Our beloved dad, papa, great grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend, Carlos Eugene Hamric of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born on October 23, 1944, in Berkley, California, to William Orville Hamric and Phyllis Arlene Rogers Hamric. 

Carlos is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Ola Mae Harrison...

James Edward Lott

James Edward Lott

Jul 4, 2024

As a lifelong carpenter, James Edward Lott would have known best that sturdy construction only takes place on a solid foundation. And surely it was James Lott who was the foundation stone upon which a family was built.

Born in Lonoke, Arkansas on October 14, 1936, the third of five children to Luther Bee “L.B.” and Minnie Marie Lott, James would...

Eve Angeline Wilson

Eve Angeline Wilson

Jun 30, 2024

Eve Angeline Wilson, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 13, 1950, in McGhee, Arkansas, to Bill Stivers and Kathleen Stivers.

Eve had a huge farm and raised many different farm animals including ostriches, goats, peacocks, and rabbits, but she loved chickens the most. She passed down...

Rhonda Dianne Johnston

Rhonda Dianne Johnston

Jun 25, 2024

Rhonda Dianne Johnston, age 75, of Cabot, Arkansas passed away on June 25, 2024. She was born in Dothan, Alabama on December 27, 1948 to Billy Ready and Jewell Ready. 

She is survived by her son, Michael Kiley Johnston (Cindee); and her three grandchildren, Sienna, Ella and Eli Johnston. She will be greatly missed by her many dear friends and family. 

Rhonda...

Dorthy L. Grimes

Dorthy L. Grimes

Jun 25, 2024

Dorthy Grimes, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024. She was born on May 9, 1936, in Lonoke, Arkansas. She was of the Christian faith. 

She is survived by her children, Vandora Grimes, Wen Grimes (Christy), Deloris Grimes, and Amelia Crane (Billy); 3 grandchildren, Arron Turner, Brennen Grimes, and Hayden Grimes. She is also survived by her brother, William...

Barbara Jeanette Houser Hill

Barbara Jeanette Houser Hill

Jun 20, 2024

Barbara Jeanette Houser (Hill), born on November 1, 1945, in Little Rock, AR, passed away on June 20, 2024, in Lonoke, AR surrounded by her loved ones from a lengthy battle of lung disease. She resided at Lonoke Health and Rehab. Barbara was known for her love of reading, playing Yahtzee, collecting Thomas Kincaid artwork, and spending cherished moments with...

Brian McAlister

Brian McAlister

Jun 18, 2024

Brian Keith McAlister, age 63, of Lonoke Ark., passed away on June 18, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. After a short but hard-fought battle with brain cancer, Brian departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he cherished.

Brian was born on February 19, 1961, to J.A. and Shirley McAlister. From a young age,...

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn

Jun 4, 2024

Jason Eugene Munnerlyn went home to his heavenly Father on June 4, 2024, at the age of 50 years. He was born in North Little Rock on June 4, 1974, to Orval and Phyllis Munnerlyn. Jason is survived by his parents, Orval and Phyllis Munnerlyn; two sisters, Shannon Williams (Scott) of Little Rock and Robin Beavers (Michael) of Austin; two...

Patricia A. Cunningham

Patricia A. Cunningham

Jun 2, 2024

Patricia A. Cunningham, 79, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born on June 22, 1944, in Galveston, Texas, to William Otto Sullivan and Bonnie Ellis Underwood.

She is survived by her son, Alvin Cunningham (Lisa); brothers, Phillip Sullivan, Jimmy Sullivan and Billy Sullivan; sister, Mary Freeman; grandchildren, Ian Cunningham and Lance Cunningham (Ally); and extended...

Virginia Irene Bell

Virginia Irene Bell

Jun 1, 2024

Virginia Irene Bell, 84, of Cabot, Arkansas, passed away Friday, June 1, 2024, peacefully in her home.  She was born October 27, 1939, to the late John and Etta Bell, in Dyess, Arkansas.  Irene enjoyed needlework, cross-stitch and crochet.  Many pieces surrounded her home and she enjoyed giving pieces as gifts to friends and family.   Survivors include one sister,...

Ronald Allen Richard

Ronald Allen Richard

Jun 1, 2024

Ronald Allen “Ray” Richard, 86, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born in Sulphur, Oklahoma to the late Leo and Annie Richard, the youngest of three sons. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Doyle Richard and Louie Gene Richard. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-five years,...

Joe David Cordell

Joe David Cordell

May 27, 2024

Joe David Cordell, 75, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away in the comfort of his home, on Monday, May 27, 2024. He was born on July 1, 1948, in Lonoke, to James Cordell and Lula Mae Cordell.

Joe grew up in the town of Lonoke and graduated from Lonoke High School in the Class of 1967.

He began working for Remington Arms and...

Charles Delbert Cummings

Charles Delbert Cummings

May 19, 2024

Charles D Cummings (81) saw the face of Jesus on May 19, 2024.  He was born in Hazen, AR on August 22, 1942, to the late Arthur Cummings and Odell Cummings.  He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Joy Cummings of Lonoke and his son, Chuck Cummings of Little Rock.  He is survived by his daughters,...

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