Local Obituaries for Lonoke County, AR
Mary L McIntyre
Sep 26, 2023
Mary L. McIntyre, 81, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away September 26, 2023. Mary was born January 30, 1942, to Hershell Starr & Elmina Milsap in Romance, Arkansas. Mary was a devoted mother and Nana. She was a caregiver to many, and loved to help others whenever she could. Although she enjoyed many hobbies, her greatest was providing joy to others....
Donald Dell Brewer, Sr.
Sep 21, 2023
It is with great sorrow that we announce that Donald "Bud" Brewer, of Carlisle, Arkansas, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
"Bud" and his twin sister, Martha "Sis" Swanson, were born January 29, 1947, in Mena, Arkansas to L.E. and Edith-Mae (McKenzie)Brewer. He spent 12 years serving as a Lonoke County Reserve...
Clarice Janice Lackie
Sep 14, 2023
Clarice Lackie went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was 95.
Born Clarice Janice Martin to Eloise Rebecca and Lawrence Martin on January 6, 1928, in Carlisle, Arkansas, she was a graduate of Mount Saint Mary Academy and a member of First Baptist Church of Carlisle.
Clarice married her one great...
Jack C Brown
Sep 7, 2023
Jack C. Brown, 75, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed peacefully September 7, 2023. Jack was born September 9, 1947 in Lonoke, AR to Thelma Lorene Ward Brown and Lloyd E. Brown and was one of 10 children. Survivors include all 9 of his brothers and sisters, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
James Bowman McClain, Jr.
Sep 4, 2023
James B McClain, Jr. 80, of Lonoke, Arkansas, let go the bonds of earth to be welcomed by Christ, as a faithful laborer in the harvest, on Monday, September 4, 2023.
“Mac”, as I called him, was born May 18, 1943, the first child of the late James B., Sr. and Zelma Henry McClain. He served in the Arkansas...
Hubert Lee Smith
Sep 3, 2023
Hubert L. Smith, 81, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, peacefully at his home in Maumelle, Arkansas. He was born February 6, 1942, in Brinkley, Arkansas to Margaret & Hubert S. Smith. Hubert was preceded in death by his father, mother, and brother, Glen Smith. Hubert graduated from Lonoke High School in 1959. He and his wife, Mary Ann...
Christopher Dale Olive
Sep 2, 2023
Christophor Olive, 21, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on September 2, 2023.
Christopher Dale Olive (Cowboy Chris) lived life in the fast lane. He always knew how to have a good time. As he would say, “If it ain’t fun, it ain’t livin.” Chris had a big heart. He fiercely loved his family and friends, and would do anything...
Phyllis Rose Hillman
Aug 30, 2023
Phyllis Rose Hillman, aged 81, passed away on August 30, 2023, in Rockwall, Texas. She was born to Daisy Elliot Heffington and Horace Gentry on December 8, 1941, in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Phyllis can now be reunited with her loving husband, Jacob "Eddie" Edwin Hillman.Phyllis was a beloved member and business owner in the Carlisle community. She dedicated...
Richard "Pete" Elliott
Aug 30, 2023
Richard “Pete” Elliott, 97, of Mayflower, Arkansas passed away August 30, 2023. He was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on April 28, 1926, to the late James and Mary Elliott.
He was married to the love of his life for 66 years. He had a love for horses, gardening, and blue grass music. He provided for his family through Elliott...
Phyllis Watson
Aug 26, 2023
Phyllis Ann Watson, 75, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on August 26, 2023. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on March 20, 1948, to G.A. and Louise Pinson.
Phyllis loved being “Nannie” to her grand and their friends. They were always welcome at her house. She attended many of their recitals, ball games and anything they were interested...
Betty Carolyn Hill
Aug 25, 2023
Betty Carolyn Hill, 82, of Vilonia, Arkansas, went to be with her Savior on Friday, August 25, 2023. A graduate of the University of Central Arkansas, she taught in the Cabot School District for almost 30 years, and she loved educating young people. She was a faithful servant to her Lord and a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother to her family. She loved music,...
Betty Jean Kennedy
Aug 25, 2023
Betty Jean (Wessel) Kennedy, 85 was escorted by Jesus to her heavenly home on August 25, 2023 after a lengthy battle with dementia. Jean was born on July 8, 1938, she is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard (PD) and Veda Butler. She enjoyed working in the yard, spending time with family and traveling when she was able....
Billy Ray Norman
Aug 17, 2023
Billy Ray Norman, 69, of Carlisle, was met with open arms by our mighty God on August 17, 2023, at 11:42 am. He was surrounded by family at his passing. Bill was born March 10, 1954, to Johnny and Beatrice Norman.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Norman; mother, Beatrice Gables; sister, Darla Mahoney; and nephew, Leslie...
Anabel "Sally" Sullivan Johnson
Aug 16, 2023
Anabel “Sally” Sullivan Johnson was born on Mother's Day, May 10, 1931, the third of 9 children born to Joe D. and Clara E. Sullivan. She passed away on August 16, 2023 in a room filled with her beloved family. Sally received Jesus Christ as her savior at a young age, and at the age of 15 surrendered...
Wayne B. "Tinker" Smith, Jr.
Aug 16, 2023
Wayne B."Tinker" Smith Jr. of Mayflower left his earthly body on August 16, 2023. He was born on Jan 30, 1956 in Carlisle, AR.
He is preceded in death by his parents Bettie (Royal) Kidder and Wayne B. Smith, Sr.; his grandparents, Delmar & Edna Bettis, and Buford & Verda Smith.
He is survived by his wife Jo Smith...
Shirley Ann McGraw
Aug 15, 2023
On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, Shirley Ann Bazarow McGraw, went home to be with her Lord and Savior. Shirley was born in Possom Waller, Arkansas, to JW and Betty Jo Beam Bazarow on July 12, 1943.
She graduated from DeWitt High School in 1961. Later that year, on December 15, she married Arthur Ray McGraw. They had three children;...
Barbara Burns Melton
Aug 14, 2023
Barbara Burns Morris Melton of Lonoke, Arkansas died on August 14, 2023. Barbara was born on April 17, 1931 to Benton Burns Morris and Marguerite Leeth Morris, of England Arkansas. Barbara graduated from Gulfport Preparatory School in 1949, and attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, earning a degree from UALR in 1977.
She was active in her community,...
William Lloyd Taylor
Aug 7, 2023
On August 7, 2023, with his momma by his side, William Lloyd Taylor, 62, of Cabot, Arkansas, left this world for a better one. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on November 30, 1960, to William F. and Patsy C. Taylor.
Lloyd lived simply, needed little, and loved his people a lot. He was funny, quirky, and full of...
Louise Faye Scott
Jul 30, 2023
Louise Faye Scott, was born February 21, 1961 to Betty Jean Givens, in Lonoke, Arkansas, and was embraced into Alberta and Paul Nellum’s family as an infant, where they found a lifetime of love and cherished moments. Louise Faye Scott was called home on July 30, 2023.
Louise’s roots can be traced back to Lonoke, Arkansas, where she...
Robert "Bud" Henderson
Jul 27, 2023
Robert Lynn “Bud” Henderson, 72, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away July 27, 2023. He was born on September 2, 1950, in Lonoke, Arkansas to the late Jesse “Hulon” and Evelyn Welch Henderson.
Bud was a 1968 Lonoke High School graduate. He was a member of Oakdale Baptist Church.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by brother,...
Mary L McIntyre
Sep 26, 2023
Mary L. McIntyre, 81, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away September 26, 2023. Mary was born January 30, 1942, to Hershell Starr & Elmina Milsap in Romance, Arkansas. Mary was a devoted mother and Nana. She was a caregiver to many, and loved to help others whenever she could. Although she enjoyed many hobbies, her greatest was providing joy to others....
Donald Dell Brewer, Sr.
Sep 21, 2023
It is with great sorrow that we announce that Donald "Bud" Brewer, of Carlisle, Arkansas, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
"Bud" and his twin sister, Martha "Sis" Swanson, were born January 29, 1947, in Mena, Arkansas to L.E. and Edith-Mae (McKenzie)Brewer. He spent 12 years serving as a Lonoke County Reserve...
Clarice Janice Lackie
Sep 14, 2023
Clarice Lackie went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was 95.
Born Clarice Janice Martin to Eloise Rebecca and Lawrence Martin on January 6, 1928, in Carlisle, Arkansas, she was a graduate of Mount Saint Mary Academy and a member of First Baptist Church of Carlisle.
Clarice married her one great...
Jack C Brown
Sep 7, 2023
Jack C. Brown, 75, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed peacefully September 7, 2023. Jack was born September 9, 1947 in Lonoke, AR to Thelma Lorene Ward Brown and Lloyd E. Brown and was one of 10 children. Survivors include all 9 of his brothers and sisters, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
James Bowman McClain, Jr.
Sep 4, 2023
James B McClain, Jr. 80, of Lonoke, Arkansas, let go the bonds of earth to be welcomed by Christ, as a faithful laborer in the harvest, on Monday, September 4, 2023.
“Mac”, as I called him, was born May 18, 1943, the first child of the late James B., Sr. and Zelma Henry McClain. He served in the Arkansas...
Hubert Lee Smith
Sep 3, 2023
Hubert L. Smith, 81, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, peacefully at his home in Maumelle, Arkansas. He was born February 6, 1942, in Brinkley, Arkansas to Margaret & Hubert S. Smith. Hubert was preceded in death by his father, mother, and brother, Glen Smith. Hubert graduated from Lonoke High School in 1959. He and his wife, Mary Ann...
Christopher Dale Olive
Sep 2, 2023
Christophor Olive, 21, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on September 2, 2023.
Christopher Dale Olive (Cowboy Chris) lived life in the fast lane. He always knew how to have a good time. As he would say, “If it ain’t fun, it ain’t livin.” Chris had a big heart. He fiercely loved his family and friends, and would do anything...
Phyllis Rose Hillman
Aug 30, 2023
Phyllis Rose Hillman, aged 81, passed away on August 30, 2023, in Rockwall, Texas. She was born to Daisy Elliot Heffington and Horace Gentry on December 8, 1941, in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Phyllis can now be reunited with her loving husband, Jacob "Eddie" Edwin Hillman.Phyllis was a beloved member and business owner in the Carlisle community. She dedicated...
Richard "Pete" Elliott
Aug 30, 2023
Richard “Pete” Elliott, 97, of Mayflower, Arkansas passed away August 30, 2023. He was born in Jacksonville, Arkansas on April 28, 1926, to the late James and Mary Elliott.
He was married to the love of his life for 66 years. He had a love for horses, gardening, and blue grass music. He provided for his family through Elliott...
Phyllis Watson
Aug 26, 2023
Phyllis Ann Watson, 75, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on August 26, 2023. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on March 20, 1948, to G.A. and Louise Pinson.
Phyllis loved being “Nannie” to her grand and their friends. They were always welcome at her house. She attended many of their recitals, ball games and anything they were interested...
Betty Carolyn Hill
Aug 25, 2023
Betty Carolyn Hill, 82, of Vilonia, Arkansas, went to be with her Savior on Friday, August 25, 2023. A graduate of the University of Central Arkansas, she taught in the Cabot School District for almost 30 years, and she loved educating young people. She was a faithful servant to her Lord and a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother to her family. She loved music,...
Betty Jean Kennedy
Aug 25, 2023
Betty Jean (Wessel) Kennedy, 85 was escorted by Jesus to her heavenly home on August 25, 2023 after a lengthy battle with dementia. Jean was born on July 8, 1938, she is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard (PD) and Veda Butler. She enjoyed working in the yard, spending time with family and traveling when she was able....
Billy Ray Norman
Aug 17, 2023
Billy Ray Norman, 69, of Carlisle, was met with open arms by our mighty God on August 17, 2023, at 11:42 am. He was surrounded by family at his passing. Bill was born March 10, 1954, to Johnny and Beatrice Norman.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Norman; mother, Beatrice Gables; sister, Darla Mahoney; and nephew, Leslie...
Anabel "Sally" Sullivan Johnson
Aug 16, 2023
Anabel “Sally” Sullivan Johnson was born on Mother's Day, May 10, 1931, the third of 9 children born to Joe D. and Clara E. Sullivan. She passed away on August 16, 2023 in a room filled with her beloved family. Sally received Jesus Christ as her savior at a young age, and at the age of 15 surrendered...
Wayne B. "Tinker" Smith, Jr.
Aug 16, 2023
Wayne B."Tinker" Smith Jr. of Mayflower left his earthly body on August 16, 2023. He was born on Jan 30, 1956 in Carlisle, AR.
He is preceded in death by his parents Bettie (Royal) Kidder and Wayne B. Smith, Sr.; his grandparents, Delmar & Edna Bettis, and Buford & Verda Smith.
He is survived by his wife Jo Smith...
Shirley Ann McGraw
Aug 15, 2023
On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, Shirley Ann Bazarow McGraw, went home to be with her Lord and Savior. Shirley was born in Possom Waller, Arkansas, to JW and Betty Jo Beam Bazarow on July 12, 1943.
She graduated from DeWitt High School in 1961. Later that year, on December 15, she married Arthur Ray McGraw. They had three children;...
Barbara Burns Melton
Aug 14, 2023
Barbara Burns Morris Melton of Lonoke, Arkansas died on August 14, 2023. Barbara was born on April 17, 1931 to Benton Burns Morris and Marguerite Leeth Morris, of England Arkansas. Barbara graduated from Gulfport Preparatory School in 1949, and attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, earning a degree from UALR in 1977.
She was active in her community,...
William Lloyd Taylor
Aug 7, 2023
On August 7, 2023, with his momma by his side, William Lloyd Taylor, 62, of Cabot, Arkansas, left this world for a better one. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on November 30, 1960, to William F. and Patsy C. Taylor.
Lloyd lived simply, needed little, and loved his people a lot. He was funny, quirky, and full of...
Louise Faye Scott
Jul 30, 2023
Louise Faye Scott, was born February 21, 1961 to Betty Jean Givens, in Lonoke, Arkansas, and was embraced into Alberta and Paul Nellum’s family as an infant, where they found a lifetime of love and cherished moments. Louise Faye Scott was called home on July 30, 2023.
Louise’s roots can be traced back to Lonoke, Arkansas, where she...
Robert "Bud" Henderson
Jul 27, 2023
Robert Lynn “Bud” Henderson, 72, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away July 27, 2023. He was born on September 2, 1950, in Lonoke, Arkansas to the late Jesse “Hulon” and Evelyn Welch Henderson.
Bud was a 1968 Lonoke High School graduate. He was a member of Oakdale Baptist Church.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by brother,...
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