OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Lonoke County, AR

Martin Harold Childers, Jr.

Martin Harold Childers, Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Martin “Harold” Childers Jr., passed away on June 22nd, 2025. He was born in El Paso, Texas, but grew up in Des Arc, Arkansas.

A few years after High School, Harold joined the United States Air Force. He served during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in 1973. After the Air Force, he first went to Remington where he became...

Patricia Ann Harris

Patricia Ann Harris

Jun 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Harris was born October 16, 1954 in Little Rock Arkansas, to the late Charles Harris and Edna Louise Jarrett, she passed away at home on June 19, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a homemaker. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Phillip Matthew Harris, two sisters Linda Diane Harris and Mary Parsons. She...

Bonnie Gail Moody

Bonnie Gail Moody

Jun 19, 2025

Bonnie Gail Moody, born on December 12, 1947, in Arkansas, passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 77. At the time of her passing, Bonnie resided in Lonoke Arkansas. She was a person of Christian faith, whose life was a testament to her beliefs in kindness, generosity, and the power of education.

Bonnie dedicated much of her life...

Joyce Lee Campbell

Joyce Lee Campbell

Jun 15, 2025

Joyce Lee (Tenison) Campbell passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025 in Lonoke, Arkansas with her family at her side. Born August 18, 1940 in Carlisle, Arkansas; Joyce's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and her commitment to her family, faith, and the countless lives she touched.

Joyce was the beloved wife of Bill Campbell, with whom she shared...

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard

Jun 12, 2025

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard, 78, of Austin Arkansas, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, with family members by her side. She was born February 3, 1947, in Searcy, Arkansas, the first child of five to Virginia (Brown) Roe and Jimmie Lewis Johnson, raised by Edward R Roe.

Evelyn and husband Oran Lenard Jr. were married on April 25, 1964. They were married...

Jemima Sue Parnell

Jemima Sue Parnell

Jun 6, 2025

Jemima Sue Hicks Parnell, 89, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, into the arms of her Lord on June 6, 2025. She was born in Scott, Arkansas on January 1, 1936, to Loyd Henry and Bethel Varnell Hicks.

Sue had been a member of the Lonoke Baptist Church since she was a little girl. She loved the...

Robert John Murtha

Robert John Murtha

May 28, 2025

Robert John “Bob” Murtha, 77, of Lonoke, Arkansas, died on May 28, 2025, after a brief but courageous fight with cancer. His family is heartbroken that his time came so quickly, but deeply grateful for the strength and determination he showed until the end.

Bob was born on March 9, 1948, in Huron, South Dakota, to Lucille and Jerome Murtha. He...

Raymond "King" Gerald Warren

Raymond "King" Gerald Warren

May 26, 2025

Raymond “King” Gerald Warren, 86, of Conway, Arkansas passed peacefully Monday, May 26, 2025, at home with his family. Raymond was born on July 15, 1938, in Carlisle, Arkansas to Nancy and Otha Warren.

From the age of 11, Raymond has loved to play his guitar and did so almost daily. He has collected many over the years. Raymond enjoyed sharing...

Christine Ruth Hunter

Christine Ruth Hunter

May 22, 2025

Christine Ruth Zarlingo-Mathews-Hunter, of Little Rock, Arkansas,  peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on May 22, 2025. She was born on September 12, 1937, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to Tony and Ruth Zarlingo. Christine graduated from Stuttgart High School in 1956. In 1957, she married Harold Mathews, and together they raised two children, Deborah Mathews Yarbrough and Bruce Wayne Mathews....

John Marvin Brumett

John Marvin Brumett

May 18, 2025

John “Johnny” Marvin Brumett, 64, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025. He was born on December 20, 1960, in Tipton, Oklahoma, to Donald Ray “P.O.” Brumett, Sr. and Shirley (Glover) Lewis.

Johnny graduated from Lonoke High School in 1979 and was a proud Jackrabbit alumni. He spent most of his life on the road as a truck...

Margaret Louise Uzzell

Margaret Louise Uzzell

May 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Margaret Louise Uzzell July 26th, 1939 – May 13th, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Margaret Louise Uzzell of Cabot, Arkansas, who departed this life on May 13th, 2025, at the age of 85 after a courageous and unwavering 13-year battle with cancer. Margaret was an extraordinary wife, mother, and woman of strength, compassion,...

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr.

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr.

May 7, 2025

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr., 85, of Cabot, Arkansas, moved to his heavenly home on May 7, 2025. Born on August 30, 1939, to William T. Waddell and Jewell Estelle Waddell. 

Ben was a lifelong resident of Lonoke and a man whose faith, kindness, and quiet strength touched everyone who knew him. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, but...

Betty Lou O'Cain

Betty Lou O'Cain

May 5, 2025

Betty Lou O’Cain, 94, of Lonoke, Arkansas, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 5,2025. She was born on December 20, 1930, to Edward & Hazel Justice in England, Arkansas.

Betty was formally a RN at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock and later a Nursing Administer at Chambers Nursing Home and Comers Nursing Home in Carlisle.

She was one of...

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson

May 2, 2025

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson, 88, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 in the presence of his family while in hospice care at the VA Medical Center.

He was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard. We would like to thank the Arora Organization for facilitating his organ donation and special thanks to the Veteran’s Hospital doctors, nurses and staff...

LaNan Long Loretz

LaNan Long Loretz

Apr 26, 2025



LaNan Long Loretz aged 88, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 26, 2025 surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy rooted in love, resilience, and hard work.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard. They were high school sweethearts while attending Des Arc High School and were married when she was just 17....

William H Ketchum

William H Ketchum

Apr 18, 2025

Bill Ketchum, 92, of Heber Springs, Arkansas died Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Stonebridge Senior Living Center in Heber Springs, Arkansas. He will be remembered for the love of his country, quick sense of humor and persistent drive to be the coordinator (the “Captain”) of any gathering or event.

A small graveside service will be held on Tuesday, 29 April...

Michael Wade Staton

Michael Wade Staton

Apr 12, 2025

In loving Memory of Mike Staton

August 26, 1954 – April 12, 2025

It is with an immeasurable sense of peace that we announce the passing of our beloved Mike. After a long and courageous health battle, he is finally free from the weight of his suffering. We find comfort in knowing that he is now breathing in the fresh and profound air surrounding...

Jack Humphrey Fitzhugh, Sr.

Jack Humphrey Fitzhugh, Sr.

Apr 4, 2025

Jack was born August 11, 1928, to James Obert Fitzhugh and Edna Ophelia Brown Fitzhugh. At the age of 96, Jack moved to his Heavenly home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Fitzhugh; siblings,Walter Fitzhugh, Virginia Schneider and Bert Fitzhugh; son-in-law, George McLean Sr.; son, Jack Fitzhugh Jr.; daughters, Lucy Six and Jenni Raines; grandson, Jack Fitzhugh...

Nellia Mae Nelson

Nellia Mae Nelson

Mar 30, 2025

Nellia Mae Nelson, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed into the arms of the Lord Sunday, March 30, 2025, she was 83 years old. Nellia was born November 9, 1941, in Kermit, West Virginia to Colbert and Ruby (Jarrell) Stepp. Nellia was one of 5 children and sadly lost her father early on in WWII at the age of 30. Nellia married...

Martin Harold Childers, Jr.

Martin Harold Childers, Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Martin “Harold” Childers Jr., passed away on June 22nd, 2025. He was born in El Paso, Texas, but grew up in Des Arc, Arkansas.

A few years after High School, Harold joined the United States Air Force. He served during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in 1973. After the Air Force, he first went to Remington where he became...

Patricia Ann Harris

Patricia Ann Harris

Jun 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Harris was born October 16, 1954 in Little Rock Arkansas, to the late Charles Harris and Edna Louise Jarrett, she passed away at home on June 19, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a homemaker. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Phillip Matthew Harris, two sisters Linda Diane Harris and Mary Parsons. She...

Bonnie Gail Moody

Bonnie Gail Moody

Jun 19, 2025

Bonnie Gail Moody, born on December 12, 1947, in Arkansas, passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 77. At the time of her passing, Bonnie resided in Lonoke Arkansas. She was a person of Christian faith, whose life was a testament to her beliefs in kindness, generosity, and the power of education.

Bonnie dedicated much of her life...

Joyce Lee Campbell

Joyce Lee Campbell

Jun 15, 2025

Joyce Lee (Tenison) Campbell passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025 in Lonoke, Arkansas with her family at her side. Born August 18, 1940 in Carlisle, Arkansas; Joyce's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and her commitment to her family, faith, and the countless lives she touched.

Joyce was the beloved wife of Bill Campbell, with whom she shared...

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard

Jun 12, 2025

Evelyn Rebeca Lenard, 78, of Austin Arkansas, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, with family members by her side. She was born February 3, 1947, in Searcy, Arkansas, the first child of five to Virginia (Brown) Roe and Jimmie Lewis Johnson, raised by Edward R Roe.

Evelyn and husband Oran Lenard Jr. were married on April 25, 1964. They were married...

Jemima Sue Parnell

Jemima Sue Parnell

Jun 6, 2025

Jemima Sue Hicks Parnell, 89, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, into the arms of her Lord on June 6, 2025. She was born in Scott, Arkansas on January 1, 1936, to Loyd Henry and Bethel Varnell Hicks.

Sue had been a member of the Lonoke Baptist Church since she was a little girl. She loved the...

Robert John Murtha

Robert John Murtha

May 28, 2025

Robert John “Bob” Murtha, 77, of Lonoke, Arkansas, died on May 28, 2025, after a brief but courageous fight with cancer. His family is heartbroken that his time came so quickly, but deeply grateful for the strength and determination he showed until the end.

Bob was born on March 9, 1948, in Huron, South Dakota, to Lucille and Jerome Murtha. He...

Raymond "King" Gerald Warren

Raymond "King" Gerald Warren

May 26, 2025

Raymond “King” Gerald Warren, 86, of Conway, Arkansas passed peacefully Monday, May 26, 2025, at home with his family. Raymond was born on July 15, 1938, in Carlisle, Arkansas to Nancy and Otha Warren.

From the age of 11, Raymond has loved to play his guitar and did so almost daily. He has collected many over the years. Raymond enjoyed sharing...

Christine Ruth Hunter

Christine Ruth Hunter

May 22, 2025

Christine Ruth Zarlingo-Mathews-Hunter, of Little Rock, Arkansas,  peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on May 22, 2025. She was born on September 12, 1937, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to Tony and Ruth Zarlingo. Christine graduated from Stuttgart High School in 1956. In 1957, she married Harold Mathews, and together they raised two children, Deborah Mathews Yarbrough and Bruce Wayne Mathews....

John Marvin Brumett

John Marvin Brumett

May 18, 2025

John “Johnny” Marvin Brumett, 64, of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025. He was born on December 20, 1960, in Tipton, Oklahoma, to Donald Ray “P.O.” Brumett, Sr. and Shirley (Glover) Lewis.

Johnny graduated from Lonoke High School in 1979 and was a proud Jackrabbit alumni. He spent most of his life on the road as a truck...

Margaret Louise Uzzell

Margaret Louise Uzzell

May 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Margaret Louise Uzzell July 26th, 1939 – May 13th, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Margaret Louise Uzzell of Cabot, Arkansas, who departed this life on May 13th, 2025, at the age of 85 after a courageous and unwavering 13-year battle with cancer. Margaret was an extraordinary wife, mother, and woman of strength, compassion,...

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr.

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr.

May 7, 2025

Benjamin Gerald Waddell Sr., 85, of Cabot, Arkansas, moved to his heavenly home on May 7, 2025. Born on August 30, 1939, to William T. Waddell and Jewell Estelle Waddell. 

Ben was a lifelong resident of Lonoke and a man whose faith, kindness, and quiet strength touched everyone who knew him. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, but...

Betty Lou O'Cain

Betty Lou O'Cain

May 5, 2025

Betty Lou O’Cain, 94, of Lonoke, Arkansas, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 5,2025. She was born on December 20, 1930, to Edward & Hazel Justice in England, Arkansas.

Betty was formally a RN at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock and later a Nursing Administer at Chambers Nursing Home and Comers Nursing Home in Carlisle.

She was one of...

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson

May 2, 2025

Bennie Rochelle Tomlinson, 88, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 in the presence of his family while in hospice care at the VA Medical Center.

He was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard. We would like to thank the Arora Organization for facilitating his organ donation and special thanks to the Veteran’s Hospital doctors, nurses and staff...

LaNan Long Loretz

LaNan Long Loretz

Apr 26, 2025



LaNan Long Loretz aged 88, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 26, 2025 surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy rooted in love, resilience, and hard work.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard. They were high school sweethearts while attending Des Arc High School and were married when she was just 17....

William H Ketchum

William H Ketchum

Apr 18, 2025

Bill Ketchum, 92, of Heber Springs, Arkansas died Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Stonebridge Senior Living Center in Heber Springs, Arkansas. He will be remembered for the love of his country, quick sense of humor and persistent drive to be the coordinator (the “Captain”) of any gathering or event.

A small graveside service will be held on Tuesday, 29 April...

Michael Wade Staton

Michael Wade Staton

Apr 12, 2025

In loving Memory of Mike Staton

August 26, 1954 – April 12, 2025

It is with an immeasurable sense of peace that we announce the passing of our beloved Mike. After a long and courageous health battle, he is finally free from the weight of his suffering. We find comfort in knowing that he is now breathing in the fresh and profound air surrounding...

Jack Humphrey Fitzhugh, Sr.

Jack Humphrey Fitzhugh, Sr.

Apr 4, 2025

Jack was born August 11, 1928, to James Obert Fitzhugh and Edna Ophelia Brown Fitzhugh. At the age of 96, Jack moved to his Heavenly home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Fitzhugh; siblings,Walter Fitzhugh, Virginia Schneider and Bert Fitzhugh; son-in-law, George McLean Sr.; son, Jack Fitzhugh Jr.; daughters, Lucy Six and Jenni Raines; grandson, Jack Fitzhugh...

Nellia Mae Nelson

Nellia Mae Nelson

Mar 30, 2025

Nellia Mae Nelson, of Carlisle, Arkansas, passed into the arms of the Lord Sunday, March 30, 2025, she was 83 years old. Nellia was born November 9, 1941, in Kermit, West Virginia to Colbert and Ruby (Jarrell) Stepp. Nellia was one of 5 children and sadly lost her father early on in WWII at the age of 30. Nellia married...

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Boyd Funeral Home is a collection of obituaries for Lonoke, AR & Lonoke County. With services throughout Arkansas that are updated regularly. Find local Lonoke, Arkansas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.