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SCOTT COUNTY ARKANSAS OBITUARIES SURNAME "J"
SCOTT COUNTY ARKANSAS
OBITUARIES, 1998 to 2022
SURNAME "J"
The Waldron News
23 March 2022
DENISE JACKSON
Denise Jackson, 52, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Friday, March 18, 2022 at a Ft. Smith hospital. Memorial services are pending.
The Waldron News
22 January 2014
FLOVEL JACKSON
Flovel Jackson of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Thursday, January 16, 2014 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Flovel was born October 14, 1925 in Scott
County, Arkansas to James Bass Yarbrough and Lone (Watson) Yarbrough. She was 88 years, 3 months and 2 days old. Flovel was a member of the Evening Shade Baptist Church. A native of
Scott County, Flovel lived most her life right here at home. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and growing flowers. Flovel was a warm and kind person. She loved her family and welcomed each
opportunity to spend time with them. Flovel leaves behind to cherish her memory one daughter, Charlotte Sheppard and husband William (Bill) of Waldron, Arkansas; one son/grandson,
Michael Jackson and wife Lisa of Lemoore, California and one grandson, Billy Sheppard and wife Pam of Bowling Green, Kentucky; one great granddaughter, Nikki Smith of Waldron, Arkansas and
several great-great grandchildren. Flovel will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives were impacted by her including several nieces, nephews and many friends. Flovel is
preceded in death by her parents, Bass and Lone Yarbrough, her husband of 49 1/2 years, Billie Jackson, two sons, L.B. Jackson and Billy Don Jackson. Flovel's life celebration will be at 2:30
p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Collins Lane officiating. Interment will follow in the Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron,
Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Flovel's pallbearers will be Mark Ward, Scott Clemmons, Collins A. Lane and Michael
Jackson. Flovel's visitation was held Monday, January 20, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
18 July 2001
L.B. JACKSON
L.B. Jackson, 57, of Magazine, Arkansas died July 15, 2001 in a
Booneville hospital. He was a member of Solid Rock Pentecostal Holiness
Church in Magazine, AR.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at
Roberts Memorial Chapel with burial at Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron,
AR under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville, AR.
He is survived by his wife, Ruby Jackson of the home in Magazine,
AR; four daughters, Georgia Wilson of DeMoines, Iowa, Lisa Muck of New
Caney, Texas, Ann Wiley of Splendora, Texas, and Susan Wright of Waco,
Texas; two step daughters, Konya Ashley and Jada Crossland both of
Booneville, AR; one son, David Jackson of Splendora, TX; three stepsons,
Ray Silcox of Austin, TX, Paul Silcox of New Caney, TX and Gene Dobson of
Ardmore, OK; one sister, Charlotte Shepard of Tennessee; one brother, Michael
Jackson of California; 20 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Tim Shepard, William Dewitt, Jerry Davis, Bill
Tucker, Bobby Scharboe and Randy Bryan.
The Waldron News
25 July 2001
L.B. JACKSON
L.B. Jackson, 57, of Magazine, Arkansas died July 15, 2001 in a
Booneville hospital. He was a member of Solid Rock Pentecostal Holiness
Church in Magazine, Arkansas.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. July 18, 2001 at Roberts Memorial
Chapel with burial in Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron, AR under the direction
of Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife Ruby Jackson of the home in Magazine,
AR; four daughters, Georgia Wilson of DeMoines, Iowa, Lisa Muck of New
Caney, Texas, Ann Wiley of Splendora, Texas, Susan Wright of Waco, Texas;
two stepdaughters, Konya Ashley and Jada Crossland both of Booneville,
Arkansas; one son, David Jackson of Splendora, TX; three stepsons, Ray
Silcox of Austin, Texas, Paul Silcox of New Caney, Texas, Gene Dobson of
Ardmore, OK; his mother, Flovel Jackson; one sister, Charlotte Shepard of
Tennessee; one brother, Michael Jackson of California; 20 grandchildren
and one great-grandchild.
The Waldron News
4 February 1998
LURETHA ANDERSON JACKSON
Luretha Anderson Jackson, 78, of Fort Smith died January 29, 1998
in hospital. She was of Methodist Faith, manager of Sams Restaurant, and
the widow of the late Floyd Anderson and H.P. Jackson.
Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on January 31, 1998 at Lewis
Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Roselawn Cemetery in Fort Smith.
Survivors include one sister, Pat Hurley, of Joplin, Missouri; eight
nephews: Roger Burkert, of Van Buren, Ron Burkert, Randy Burkert, and
Russell Burkert, all of Fort Smith, Brian Davis, of Baytown, Texas, Mark
Hurley, of Atlanta, Georgia, Don Hurley, of Charleston, South Carolina,
and Fred Jennings, of North Augusta, South Carolina; five nieces: Becky
McFall, of Catoosa, Oklahoma, Paula Davis, of Houston, Texas, Susan
Wilson, of Coco Beach, Florida, Nancy Shaver, of Houston, Texas and Jane
Pavelka, of Bay Village, Ohio. Also, several great nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be her nephews.
Lewis Funeral Home of Fort Smith was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
4 November 2009
PATSY JACKSON
Funeral services for Patsy Louise (Harberson) Jackson will be Monday, Nov. 2nd at 2 pm at South Plains
Church, Levelland with Pastor Eddie Trice officiating. Burial will be in City of Levelland Cemetery
under supervision of George Price Funeral Home. Patsy left this earth on October 29 to be with the Lord
and join her husband, Bobby in heaven. She died peacefully at the home of her daughter in Graham, Texas
surrounded by many of her family members. She was born on September 22, 1934 in Waldron, Arkansas where
she lived until she graduated from Waldron High School. Patsy then moved to Pasadena, Texas where she
met and married Bobby D. Jackson. They moved to Levelland in 1967. Her love for Jesus and concern for
others' souls was displayed until the very end of her life. She always "sowed good seeds" and encouraged
others to do the same. Patsy was spirited, had vitality for life, and a sense of humor that never quit.
She is survived by her 5 children, a son, Danny Jackson of Richardson, Texas, four daughters, Tamara
Dunk of Renton, Washington, Jacqueline Shrock of Allen, Texas, Paula Singleton of Graham, Texas, and
Kimberly Maher of West Virginia; a sister, Jerry McCafferty of Zavala, Texas; two brothers, Lyndale
Harberson of Malvern and Tommy Harberson of Waldron, Arkansas; thirteen grandchildren and ten great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby, daughter Cathy, granddaughter Holly, sister
Robbie Joe Eubanks, and two brothers Terrel Harberson and Gene Harberson. She was a loving wife and mother
and was "MeeMaw" to all! The family will receive visitors from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday, November 1,
2009. Memorials are suggested to South Plains Church Building Fund, 1421 E. Cactus, Levelland, TX 79336.
The Waldron News
9 December 2009
JOHN WESLEY JACOBS
John Wesley Jacobs, Sr., 60, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Monday evening, November 30, 2009
at his home surrounded by his family. John was born December 23, 1948 in Big Creek, Missouri to the late
Albert and Olivia Jacobs. He was a retired sawmill worker. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Jacobs of
the home; ten children, Beverly Daniels, John Donald Jacobs, Mercedes Dawn Jacobs, Christa Lee Jacobs and
Tyler Austin Jacobs all of the home; John W. Jacobs, Jr. of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Charles Daniels of
Springfield, Missouri, Nora Duncan of Springfield, Missouri, Joyce Fenters of Springfield, Missouri and
Melvin Daniels of Rose Hill, Kansas. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. We love
and miss you loving dad and grandpa. John's family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.
Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron,
AR.
The Waldron News
15 September 2004
ALFRED JAMES
Memorial services for Alfred James, 72, of Lubbock will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 15, at
Resthaven's Abbey Chapel with Rev. Bill Hendricks officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of
Resthaven Funeral Home. Alfred died September 11, 2004 at Lubbock. Alfred was born September 23, 1931 in
Blueball, Arkansas to the late Chester and Zetta James. He graduated from Waldron Arkansas High School in
1950 where he played football and was president of the senior class. After graduation he joined the Air
Force and was stationed at Reese Air Force Base in Lubbock. In March of 1953 he married Bobbie Faye Young.
Bobbie preceded him in death September 22, 1986. Alfred was an independent automobile dealer working in
Lubbock for many years. He was Baptist by faith. Alfred never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by
many friends and family who were dear to him. He was a wonderful father and good buddy to all who knew him.
Alfred's survivors include his son Brett James of Las Vegas, NV, his daughter Tracye Seaman of Lubbock, two
grandchildren, Sydnye and Bobbye Seaman, and one sister, Wilma Freasier of Houston.
The Waldron News
17 September 2008
BOBBY DEAN JAMES
Bobby Dean James, 56, of Mansfield, Arkansas went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on
Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Bobby was a loving husband to his wife of 38 years Trudy of the home and
a devoted father to his four children, daughter Allison Null and her husband Richard of Hackett; sons Brandon
and his wife Wendy of Huntington, and Ryan and his wife Joanna of Mansfield and daughter Erin of the home. He
also had eight grandchildren who were the loves and the light of his life whom they called "Papa"; Nathan
Jordyn and Genna Null; Tyler, Brennan, Jaden,Clayton and Alyssa James. Bobby is also survived by a sister,
Cheryl Robinson of Mansfield. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Bert and Alene James and his
brother Randall. Bobby loved Jesus and was a Sunday school teacher at First Baptist Church Mansfield. He loved
to hunt with his sons, grandsons and hunting buddies who will miss those times with him. We will all miss him.
There was no other man like him. He made everyone feel welcome and he never met a stranger. There will be a void
in our lives without him. Funeral Service was 10:00 am Saturday, September 13, 2008 at the First Baptist Church
Mansfield with interment at the Huntington Cemetery. Pallbearers were Nelson Nichols, Gary Williams, Danny
Willsey, Mark Barton, Johnny Harris and Bruce Piles. Honorary Pallbearers were the Sunday School Class adult
#3. There has been a memorial fund set up for him at Allied Bank of Mansfield. Account #400540610.
The Waldron News
10 July 2013
CAROLYN IDEMA JAMES
Carolyn Idema James, 56, of Hartford, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at a Fort Smith hospital. She was born
June 27, 1957 to the late Edward and Peggy (Holt) Wilkett. Carolyn is survived by her husband Roger Dale James; two daughters,
Kristen Gepelt, Amy Beard; two grandchildren, Oliver and Elsa Gepelt; three sisters, Janice Paldo, Cindy Cunningham, Paulette
Brewer; two brothers, Walter and Marcus Wilkett and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family. She is preceded in
death by her parents and one sister, Joylene Massey. The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. Cremation
is under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
20 June 2007
DONALD LYNN JAMES
Donald Lynn James, 66, of Waldron, Arkansas formerly of Estelline, Texas passed away Sunday, June 10, 2007 at
his home. Don, known to many as "Blow James," previously worked for GTE Phone Company and eventually retired as
an auto mechanic. He resided in Estelline, Texas where he was the former mayor with his companion of 18 years.
Memorial service was 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 15, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas
under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, N.T. and
Eula James, wife and son, Linda and Toby James and brother, Sam James. He leaves behind two daughters, Teresa
Morris and Sheri Fiske; six grandchildren, William and Michael Himes, Travis Morris, Chase Cade, Cobey Fiske;
one sister and brother-in-law, Estelle and Dale Underwood and a sister-in-law, Rosemary James; and many more
living relatives.
Scott County Times
14 February 2001
EULA JAMES
Eula Rose James, 90, of Waldron, Arkansas died February 5, 2001 in
a Waldron nursing home. She was a retired home health aid, member of
Waldron Church of Christ, and widow of N.T. James.
Funeral services were at 10:00 am on Friday, February 9, 2001 at
the Waldron Church of Christ with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron,
Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
She is survived by one daughter, Lydia Underwood of Waldron,
Arkansas; two sons, Sam James of Waldron, Arkansas, Donald Lynn James of
Estelline, Texas; one sister, Marie Withers of St. Petersburg, Florida;
nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; five great-great
grandchildren.
The Waldron News
2 January 2008
GLADYS YVONNE "VON" JAMES
Gladys Yvonne "Von" James, 68, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away with her grandson, Kory Dedmon, Wednesday,
December 26, 2007 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was a homemaker. Funeral service was 9:30 a.m. Saturday,
December 29, at the Egypt Freewill Baptist Church with interment in the Earl Ladd Cemetery in Danville,
Arkansas under the direciton of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by her husband, Ronnie
James; one daughter, Rhonda James; one son, Jay James of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren, Kirk Dedmon,
Grant James and Logan James; one brother, Dalton Bennett of Eddy, Texas. Pallbearers were Gene Ray Dedmon,
David Armstrong, Chris Allen, Eugene Dedmon, Lewis James and Eric Wilkins.
The Waldron News
31 March 1999
JOE F. JAMES
Joe F. James, 85, of Sacramento, California, formerly of Hartford,
died Monday, March 22, 1999 in Sacramento. He was a retired mechanic for
Chevrolet Motor Co.
The body was cremated in Sacramento, California.
Survivors include two sisters, Bessie Stewart, of Waldron and Fern
Baum, of Mansfield; one brother, Jack James, of Huntington; several
nieces and nephews.
Martin Funeral Home made local arrangements.
Resident Press
15 December 2021
LILA ROOK (HALE) JAMES
Lila Rook (Hale) James, 97, of Blue Ball, Arkansas went to her Heavenly Home, Friday, December 3, 2021 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her family. She was born December 30, 1923 in
Lick Skillet, Arkansas to the late Edgar and Bessie (Wade) Hale. Rook spent most all her days in Dutch Creek Valley where she picked cotton, peeled poles and attended church whenever
or wherever the doors were open. She married her husband Lyn James on August 7, 1946 in Waldron shortly after his return from the Army. Together they had four children, built a farm,
and raised cattle and chickens. Rook loved to tend to her garden, can her crops, quilting, sewing, singing and songwriting about life were some of her favorite things to do, other than
fishing. Fishing was something she did everytime she had the opportunity. She was also unbeatable at dominoes. Rook was endlessly devoted to her family and her Lord and Savior. She was
a beloved Wife, Mother, Granny, Sister and Friend. She was a joy to all who knew her. Rook is survived by her children, Linda Williams and husband Larry of Waltreak, Arkansas, Patty
Boren and husband Larry of Boles, Arkansas, Allen James and wife Desiree of Blue Ball, Arkansas and son in law Russell Bloodworth. Rook will forever remain in the hearts of her
grandchildren: Edward Williams and wife Dawn, Ann Mahon and husband Ken, Christy Williams, Joni Rogers and husband Brian, Michael Boren, Suzanne Suta, Jeanne Carmack and husband Chris,
Leslie Bell and husband Mike, James Bloodworth, Matt James and wife Kayla, Megan Tedford and husband Kyle, Nathan James and wife Courtney, many great/great great grandchildren. Rook will
be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including 4 brothers, 2 sisters, a host of nieces and nephews and many friends and neighbors she loved dearly. Rook
was preceded in death by her husband Lyn James, daughter Carolyn Bloodworth, her parents, grandson Lenny Ray Williams, brother Don Hale and sisters Mary Hughes and Edna Ingram. Rook's
life celebration will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating. Interment will follow in the
Union Hill Cemetery in Union Hill, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Rook's pallbearers will be James Bloodworth,
Michael Boren, Matt James, Nathan James, J.D. Williams, and Derek Hilton. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Rook's grandchildren. Rook's visitation will be Monday, December 6, 2021
from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
14 October 1998
LYN JAMES
Lyn James, 75, of Danville died Oct. 9, 1998 in Waldron Mercy
Hospital. He was a farmer. He attended Tatetown Church of Christ and he
was a World War II Veteran.
Funeral service is set for 1 p.m. Oct. 10, at Tatetown Community
Church with burial at Union Hill Cemetery near Waldron under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Survivors include his wife, Rook; three daughters, Linda Williams
of Danville, Carolyn Bloodworth of Mena, Patti Boren of Boles; one son,
Allen James of Danville; one sister, Sadie Fowler of Danville; two
brothers, Gene James of Gravelly and Cecil James of Nola, Ark.; 13
grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Stacy Fowler, Randall Hale, Billy Hunt, R.H.
Williams, Roger Owens, and Lynnie Ray Williams.
Honorary pallbearers are Jack Remer, Gene Scott, Hoover Mitchell,
and Dale Perry.
Scott County Times
20 June 2001
MARK JAMES
Mark James died June 16, 2001 in San Francisco, California. He was born
on February 27, 1947 in Augusta, Arkansas. His father, Vance James, preceded
him in death. His mother, Ester James Sherrill, survives him, and his three
brothers, Ronnie James of Waldron, Bob James of Olympia, Washington, Warren
James of West Fork, Arkansas. Also Mark has two sisters, Sue Harshaw of
Maumelle, Arkansas and Becky Wilkins of Waldron. One niece and four nephews
and four great nephews. Funeral services were held June 23, 2001 at Egypt Free Will Baptist
Church in Blueball.
The Waldron News
3 December 2008
MARY ELLEN JAMES
Mary Ellen James, 74, of Waldron, AR, passed away Friday, November 28, 2008 in a Fort Smith, Arkansas
hospital. Mary was born in Wichita Falls, TX on July 27, 1934, the daughter of the late Shelby R. and
Georgia E. (Puckett) Morgan. She graduated from West-Ark Community College second in her class as an
LPN. Mary is survived by two daughters, Sandra Newman of High Point, NC, Nita Jones of Waldron, AR;
three sons, Larry James of Sherman, TX, Roy Anderson of Mountainburg, AR and Donny Anderson of Wichita
Falls, TX. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Mary is also survived by a sister, Shirley McCaffity of Wichita Falls, TX; a brother, N.J. Morgan of Wichita
Falls, TX and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Tommy Anderson, and one grandson,
Kenny Fuller. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home
Chapel with interment in the Huntington Cemetery in Huntington, AR with Pastors C.V. Lewis and Eddie
Harlow officiating under the direction of the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, AR. Pallbearers
were Traver Butenschoen, Markus Richmond, John Schlorff, Tanner Schlorff, Monty Meredith, Nathan Jackson.
Honorary pallbearers were Jeremy Linderman, Tommy "Cajun" Leaux.
The Waldron News
24 January 2007
SAMMIE JAMES
Loving husband and father, Samuel Edwin James of Waldron, Arkansas, went to meet his Heavenly Father on
Wednesday, January 17, 2007. Sam was born in Newlin, Texas on December 26, 1935 to N.T. and Eula James. He
spent his youth working on ranches and excelled academically and athletically. He earned a Bachelor of
Science from West Texas State University in 1959, where he served as class president. He then earned a
Masters Degree in Mathematics from the University of Utah in 1961. Upon graduation, Sam served as a First
Lieutenant in the Army Active Reserve. He went to work as a programmer for Boeing in Wichita, Kansas. He
and Rosemary Richmond met while both working for Boeing. They were married in 1962. In 1963, Sam went to
work for the IBM Corporation. During his 25 year career with IBM, Sam was a pioneer for the Apollo space
missions. When he retired in 1987, he was Vice President of the Federal Systems Division and General
Manager of IBM Houston with responsibility for complex commercial systems as well as all IBM Space Systems
including hardware and software for the Space Shuttle and the mission control center. Sam received the
NASA Public Service Award in 1981. In 1987, upon retirement from IBM, the James family moved to their farm
in Waldron, Arkansas. Sam served on the Waldron School District School Board for five years. He also
served as President of the Scott County Cattlemen's Association for seven years. In 1991, the Sam James
family was selected the Scott County and Western District Farm Family of the Year. First and foremost,
Sam's greatest passion was serving God. He became a devoted Christian and over the years, he taught many
bible classes and served as elder in three congregations. Sam is survived by wife Rosemary Jan James; son
Jonathan Edwin James; two daughters, Karen Vanette James and Natalie Joelle Ehler-James; sister, Estelle
Underwood, and brother, Donald James. Sam had eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral
service was held at the Waldron Church of Christ at 2:00 p.m. January 19, 2007 under the direction of the
Martin Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Pallbearers were Scott
Richmond, Elvin Richmond, Marcus Richmond, Dale Underwood, Justin Richmond and Taylor McIntire. Honorary
pallbearers were Jason Ehler-James and Sammie King.
The Waldron News
5 February 2014
WAYNE EUGENE (GENE) JAMES
Wayne Eugene (Gene) James, more often called "Wayne E or Poppy" went home to his Heavenly Father Tuesday, January 28, 2014 in Gravelly, Arkansas. Gene was born September 9, 1929 to
Perry Chaplan James and Lessie Cunzania (Hunt) James in Briggsville, Arkansas. Gene was 84 years, 4 months and 19 days old. Gene left us peacefully and quietly in his sleep, in the
comfort of his rocking chair. Being the youngest of eight children, it was only natural that Gene was commonly known by his siblings and people of the community as "runt." But this
was no bother to him, as he was ALWAYS stirring the pot to aggravate or joke around and share that sinister smile of his. His fun loving nature couldn't help but be contagious. A
veteran of the U.S. Military, he not only served his country but his beloved family and home as well. He enjoyed being a cattle farmer. Gene lived a life devoted to God as a Baptist
and he was a member of the F & AM Masons. He was a 50 year member of Lodge #123 in Bluffton, Arkansas. While being a diverse individual, Gene was a man of work ethics and never ending
love for his family. Time spent with them were among his most treasured memories. Gene leaves behind to cherish his memory, his dear wife Margaret Evelyn and a loving family of three
children: Jeanie Fay McClung, Marietta Parks and Lewis Wayne James. He was a proud grandfather to seventeen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Gene will be missed by all that
knew him and the many whose lives were impacted by him including a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, neighbors and loved ones. Gene is preceded in death by his parents,
Perry James and Lessie Cunzania (Hunt) James as well as siblings, Virgil, Laura, Jesse, Lynn, Sadie, Cecil and Perry, Jr. Gene's life celebration was held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January
30, 2014 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. David Williams officiating. Interment followed in the Parks Cemetery in Nola, Arkansas. Arrangements were
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Gene's pallbearers were Lewis James, Steele James, James Parks, Matthew McClung, Zachary James and Ethan James.
Gene's visitation was Wednesday, January 29, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
13 January 1999
BUFORD JAMESON
Buford Jameson, 62, of Fort Smith died Jan. 1, in his home. He
was retired from Whirlpool, attended the Cavanaugh Missionary Baptist
Church.
Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Jan. 7, at Martin Funeral Home
Chapel - Waldron with burial at Hawkins Cemetery near Parks under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Survivors include his wife Shirley; two daughters, Angela Kay
Gattis of Fort Smith, Libby Ann Jameson of Hanford, California; two
sons, Jimmy Jameson of Fort Smith, Damon Lee Jameson of Hanford,
California; 10 grandchildren.
Pallbearers were C.L. Scott, Eugene Scott, Charles Scott, Bub
Scott, Bob Crump, Thomas Warren Scott and John Jameson.
Viewing was from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Jan. 6 at the funeral home.
Scott County Times
2 June 2004
CARL JAMESON
Carl Bird Jameson, 80, of Parks, Arkansas died Monday, May 31, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. He was a
farmer, member of Parks Methodist Church and a Mason. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva
Jameson. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 2, 2004 at 10 am at Parks Methodist Church with
burial following at Jameson-Thompson Cemetery in Parks under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. He
is survived by one son, John Jameson of Parks and one grandson, Whit Jamison. Pallbearers will be
Wallace Hill, Harlon Hawkins, Herman Holleman, Charles Jameson, Jack Nix and Dougie White.
The Waldron News
21 November 2007
DOROTHY JAMESON
Dorothy Jameson, 87, of Waldron passed away Saturday, November 17, 2007 in a Waldron, Arkansas nursing home.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Parks United Methodist Church. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Monday,
November 19, 2007 at the Parks United Methodist Church with interment in the Thompson-Jameson Cemetery in
Parks under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one daughter, Robbie Siler of Edmond,
Oklahoma; one son, Charles Jameson of Magnolia, Arkansas; four grandchildren, seven great grandchildren;
three sisters, Bennie Hutchens of Waldron, Arkansas, Flossie Holleman of Needmore, Arkansas, Vernious
Staton of Dinuba, California; one brother, Eugene McKay of Waldron, ARkansas. Pallbearers were Jeremy
Jameson, John Jameson, Dennis Siler, Aaron Siler, Zackary Siler, Jacob Siler.
The Waldron News
5 October 2016
INEZ HAND JAMESON
Inez Hand Jameson, age 94, of Tulsa, Oklahom died August 2, 2016. She was born April 5, 1922 in Scott County, Arkansas and was the daughter of George H. and Lillie Holleman Hand. She
attended and graduated from Waldron schools. Her childhood was spent in the Lower Center Point community as well as in the Keener community near Parks at the home of her grandparents,
H.W. and Sarah Hawkins Holleman. She was a fourth generation Scott County native and descended from some of the area's earliest settlers. Her earliest maternal forbears arrived in
America from England in 1650, settling in the Tidewater area of the Virginia Colony, some 126 years before the American Revolution, making her a tenth generation American. Inez earned
her degree in education from Arkansas State Teachers College, now the University of Central Arkansas. She enjoyed a successful career as an elementary school teacher, deeply impacting
the lives of each of her students. After teaching ten years in Scott County, principally at Parks, she continued teaching after moving to Tulsa for another twenty-nine years in the
Berryhill area of the city. She was a longtime member of the West Tulsa United Methodist Church and a dedicated Christian. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Forgy of Tulsa,
granddaughter, Stacey Ford Butterfield, a grandson, Rick Ford; two great-grandchildren, as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins from both the Hand and Holleman families. She was
preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; her husband, Bill; four sisters, Mary Crutchfield, Mollie Bunker, Mildred Hand and Ada Sillman, and four brothers, Floyd Allen, Cecil
Hand, John Hand and Buddy Hand. Funeral was August 5 at Floral Haven Funeral Chapel in Tulsa with burial at Woodland Cemetery in Sand Springs, Oklahom.
The Waldron News
10 October 2018
JOHN WRIGHT JAMESON
John Wright Jameson, 59, of Parks, Arkansas, passed away September 30, 2018 in Mena. He was born December 17, 1958 in Mena, Arkansas to the late Carl and Geneva Jameson. John was a
lifelong member of Parks United Methodist Church, which his Great-Great-Grandmother established in 1837 as the first church in Scott County, Arkansas. The land on which he lived and
worked had been owned by his direct ancestors since 1836. John is survived by his loving wife Rhonda Jameson of the home, three sons; Whit Jameson of Greenwood, Arkansas, Dalton Miles of
Parks, Arkansas, Blake Vincent of Hot Springs, Arkansas, one daughter, Brandi Husser of Clarksville, Arkansas, two grandchildren; Harley and Natalie Husser both of Clarksville. John is
also survived by six paternal first cousins; Robbie Jameson Siler of Van Buren, Arkansas, Charles Lendon Jameson of Magnolia, Bonnie Hawkins Hill of Parks, Arkansas, Carolyn Jameson Forgy
of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Sue Jameson Dumas of Lincoln, California, Donald Jameson of North Edwards, California and by numerous other family members and a host of very good friends. He is
preceded in death by his parents and one sister Janica Jameson. Visitation was held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday October 7, 2018 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. Funeral
was then held 2:00 PM Monday October 8, 2018 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Louise Owens Finney officiating. Burial at Thompson - Jameson Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas then
followed the service under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers were Mike "Woobi" Rogers, Mark Keener, Billy Wallace, Dalton Miles, Blake Vincent, Dakota Edwards,
Dustin Wallace and Mike Starson. Honorary pallbearers will be all his friends at REA. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Thompson-Jameson Cemetery fund in
c/o Martin Funeral Home at P.O. Box 786 Waldron, Arkansas 72958.
The Waldron News
20 August 2008
CHARLENE STAGGS JANWAY
Mrs. Charlene Staggs Janway, age 74, of Umpire, Arkansas passed away Friday, August 15, 2008 at her home. She
was born March 3, 1934 in Beauchamp, Arkansas to the late John Staggs and the late Addie Aynes Staggs. She was
united in marriage on December 24, 1952 to the late Delbert D. Janway in Black Fork, Arkansas. She was a
homemaker and was a member of Temple Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,
sister and friend. She is survived by one son, Gary Janway and wife Mary of Pittsburg, Texas; daughter, Judy
Davis and husband C.J. of Umpire, Arkansas; grandchildren, Julie Wakley, Cohen Davis, Cathy Davis, Jimmy Janway,
Jeffery Janway and Steven Janway; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Wakley, Chloe Wakley, Clayton Wakley, Jonathan
Pugh, Ashlanne Davis, Rylie Janway and Emily Janway; brothers, Odell Staggs of Waldron, Arkansas, Athel Staggs
of Waldron, Arkansas, Danny Staggs of Waldron, Arkansas, Harrell Staggs of Waldron, Arkansas; sisters, Dora Lee
Mooney of Mena, Arkansas and Phyllis Nelson of Waldron, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, John
and Addie Staggs, her husband, Delbert Janway, a sister, Doris Keeling, 2 brothers, Arnold and Dee Staggs and an
infant daughter. Funeral services were held Monday, August 18, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at Black Fork Church at Black
Fork with Reverend Jack Smith and Reverend Dana Kinsey officiating. Interment will follow at Black Fork Cemetery
under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Jerry Staggs, Dan Staggs, Terry Staggs,
John Nelson, Bruce Staggs and Hugh Keeling. Honorary pallbearers were Mike Staggs, Elvin Davis, Roger Metcalf,
and the Nelson Deer Camp.
Scott County Times
10 January 2001
DELBERT JANWAY
Delbert Janway, age 69, of Blackfork, Arkansas, passed away
Thursday, December 28, 2000 at his home.
He was born September 30, 1931 in Blackfork, Arkansas to the
late Crowder Janway and the late Anne Oglesby Janway. He was united
in marriage to Charlene Staggs. He was a machine operator for U.S.
Motors and he was a member of the Concord Baptist Church in Ink,
Arkansas. Mr. Janway was a loving husband, father, brother, and
grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Charlene Staggs Janway
of Blackfork; one son, Gary Janway and his wife Mary of Pittsburg,
Texas; one daughter, Judy Janway Davis and her husband C.J. of Umpire,
Arkansas; one sister, Verniece Wiseman of Harrison, Arkansas; 6
grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter
and a brother, Herman Janway.
Funeral services were held Thursday, January 4, 2001 at 2 pm
in the Friendship Baptist Church in Blackfork, Arkansas. Burial
followed in the Blackfork Cemetery in Blackfork, Arkansas under the
direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were Jerry Staggs, Mike Staggs, Dan Staggs, Terry
Staggs, John Nelson and Hugh Keeling. Honorary pallbearers were the
Nelson Deer Camp.
The Waldron News
25 November 2015
PHYLLIS RENEE JEFFERSON
Phyllis Renee Jefferson of Fort Smith, Arkansas (formerly of Waldron, Arkansas) passed from this life on Monday, November 16, 2015 in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by her loving
family. Phyllis was born March 28, 1957 to Lynell Zimmer and Ann Frost Weaver in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Phyllis was 58 years, 7 months and 19 days old. Phyllis leaves behind to
cherish her memory, two daughters, Amber Zimmer of Roland, Oklahoma and Sarah Jefferson of Arkoma, Oklahoma. Grandma will forever remain in the heart of her grandson, Mason Jones.
Phyllis is also survived by one sister, Tammy Wooldridge from Arlington, Texas as well as her aunt Marie (Mutt) Carnahan and uncles Amos (Poss) Zimmer and Robert (Cotton) Zimmer. Phyllis
will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives were impacted by her including a host of cousins, friends and loved ones. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents.
Phyllis' life celebration was at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 20, 2015 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Rev. Donnie Wagner officiated. Arrangements
and cremation were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
17 July 2013
ANITA LEWIS JEFFERY
Anita Lewis Jeffery went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, July 12, 2013 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving
family. Anita was born June 21, 1936 to Daryl Hart Lewis and Stella Mae (Stephenson) Lewis in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Anita was 77 years,
0 months and 21 days old. Anita was a member of Waldron First Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed sharing her love for the Lord.
She was a spiritual woman and it showed in every aspect of her life. As a young woman in the 11th grade, Anita married the
love of her life, Charles Jeffery on December 21, 1953. Together they had four children. Later, getting to enjoy the pleasure
of being grandparents. The grandchildren were most precious to Anita's heart. She loved and treasured time spent with each
of them. When Anita wasn't busy with her grandchildren her hobbies included working in her yard, quilting and canning. Anita
leaves behind to cherish her memory, two daughters: Debbie Holland and husband Phillip of Mansfield, Arkansas and Carla
Harrison and husband Danny of Waldron, Arkansas; one son Jim Jeffery and wife Beverly of Mansfield, Arkansas. Granny Nita
will forever be missed by her five grandchildren: Jeremy Holland, Jessica Thurman, Shawna Harrison, Marcus Jeffery and
Souphaphone Fowler, as well as her five great grandchildren: Gavin Holland, Drew Holland, Braxton Thurman, Kaitlyn Thurman
and Kahlan Fowler. Anita is also survived by two sisters, Gwenda Jones and Judy Renteria both of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and
two brothers, Bob Lewis of Waldron, Arkansas and Charles Lewis of Haughton, Louisiana. Anita will be missed by all that knew
her and the many whose lives were impacted by her including a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and loved
ones. Anita is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Jeffery Sr., one son, Charles Jeffery Jr., one granddaughter, Kim
Taff, one sister, Sara Hutchison and two brothers, Bert Lewis and Jack Lewis. Anita's life celebration was at 2:00 p.m.
Monday, July 15, 2013 at the Waldron First Assembly of God Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Donnie Wagner and Rev. Rickey
Hunt officiating. Interment followed in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage
Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Anita's pallbearers were Robert Lewis, Chris Carnahan, Jeremy Holland, Marcus
Jeffery, Cody Fowler, Bruce Owens and Bobby Owens. Honorary pallbearers were Alex Carter, Nurses and CNA's of Waldron Nursing
Center. Anita's visitation was Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas where Anita's family received friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
24 March 1999
CHARLES RAY JEFFERY JR.
Charles Ray Jeffery Jr., 44, of Waldron, died Saturday, March 20,
1999 in a Waldron hospital. He was a brick mason and an army veteran.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23 in Waldron
Assembly of God Church with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include his companion, Joanie Brown, of the home; one
daughter, Kim Taff, of Waldron; two step-daughters: Lisa Yandell and
Kim Edwards, both of Waldron; his parents, Charles and Anita Jeffery,
of Waldron; paternal grandmother, Elgie Jeffery, of Waldron; maternal
grandmother, Stella Lewis, of Oklahoma City, Okla; two sisters, Debbie
Holland, of Mansfield and Carla Harrison, of Waldron; one brother, Jim
Jeffery, of Mansfield; one granddaughter and seven step-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Mike Yandell, Phillip Oliver, Curtis Edwards,
Shorty Brown, Bill Bates and Don Yandell.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
18 June 2008
CHARLES RAY JEFFERY, SR.
Charles Ray Jeffery, Sr., 72, of Mansfield, AR, formerly of Waldron, AR, went to be with the
Lord on Sunday, June 15, 2008. Charles was born on August 23, 1935 to Elgie Jeffery and
the late Arthur (Slim) Jeffery of Waldron, AR. He married Anita Lewis on December 21,
1953 in Fort Smith, AR. He worked as a brick mason and custom builder for most of his
life. Many buildings in the area were constructed by the work of his hands. He is survived
by his wife Anita Jeffery; one son, Jim Jeffery and wife Beverly of Mansfield; two daughters,
Carla Harrison and husband Danny of Waldron and Debbie Holland and husband Phillip of
Mansfield; six grandchildren, Jeremy Holland, Jessica Thurman, Kimberly Taff, Shawna
Harrison, Marcus Jeffery and Souphaphone Sourignachack; five great grandchildren, Gavin
Holland, Drew Holland, Braxton Thurman, Kurston Taff and Lili Taff; one brother, James
Jeffery of Waldron, AR and two sisters, Dorothy Owens of Waldron, AR and Norma Carnahan
of Little Rock, AR. He was preceded in death by one son, Charles Ray Jeffery, Jr. and
three sisters, Elgie Dean Jeffery, Shirley Ann Jeffery and Joyce Ann Williams. Funeral
services were held on Wednesday, June 18, at 2:00 p.m. at the Waldron First Assembly of
God. The service will be officiated by Rev. Rickey Hunt. Pallbearers will be Bobby Owens,
Robert Lewis, Chris Carnahan, Jeremy Holland, Marcus Jeffery and Waymon Thurman. Honorary
pallbearers will be Kelley Langley, Sr., Dan Laird and Sam Waganer. The body may be viewed
from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17. Burial will be held at Duncan Cemetery in
Waldron, AR. Donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association.
The Waldron News
6 April 2011
ELGIE L. JEFFERY
Elgie L. Jeffery, age 90, or known by many as "Snooks" went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday,
April 3, 2011 in a Fort Smith nursing home surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Elgie was born
August 7, 1920 at Ola, Arkansas to the late Elbert and Cless (Brothers) Tinder. Elgie was a lifetime
member of the Waldron Assembly of God Church. She was a Primary Sunday School Teacher and active in the
Women's Missionary Council. Anyone that knew Elgie knew she loved to garden, can and cook. She was pretty
famous for her homemade hot rolls and butterscotch pies. She also enjoyed quilting. She has left her family
with an amazing legacy. Just this past Christmas she quilted pillows for all her great-grandchildren. She
has also given her children and grandchildren quilts. She will be missed by us all but will never be
forgotten. Elgie is survived by two daughters, Dorothy Owens and husband Robert of Waldron, AR; Norma
Carnahan and husband Ray of Little Rock, AR; and one son James Jeffery and wife Dee of Waldron, AR; one
brother Joe Tinder of Waldron, AR; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great
grandchildren. Elgie was preceded in death by her husband Arthur "Slim" Jeffery of 56 years; parents
Elbert and Cless Tinder; four children, Elgie Dean Jeffery, Shirley Ann Jeffery, Joyce Jeffery Williams,
and Charles Ray Jeffery, Sr.; one brother, Eldred Tinder and one grandson, Charles Ray Jeffery, Jr. Elgie's
funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at the Waldron Assembly of God Church
with the Rev. Donnie Wagner and Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Interment will follow in the Duncan Cemetery
in Waldron, AR. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron,
Arkansas. Elgie's pallbearers will be Michael Owens, Bobby Owens, Jim Jeffery, Chris Carnahan, Rick Jeffery,
Jason Jeffery. David and Edna Carnahan, special friends and care givers. Elgie's visitation will be 10:00 a.m.
to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home. Her family will receive friends at
the funeral home from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
The Waldron News
11 April 2018
JAMES RAY JEFFERY
James Ray Jeffery, 73 of Waldron, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord & Savior on Sunday April 8, 2018. He was born August 17, 1944 to the late Arthur (Slim) Jeffery and Elgie Tinder
Jeffery. He was preceded in death by his parents. James is survived by his wife DeAnna, two sons Rick and wife Darla of Waldron and Jason and wife Whitney of Hot Springs; granddaughter
Megan Jeffery Green and husband Josh of Atkins, grandson Tyler Jeffery and granddaughter Madeline Jeffery and great granddaughter Averie Green. James graduated from Waldron High School
class of 1962. He served in the United States Army National Guard in the Vietnam Era. He was a devout Christian and served on several committees in church over the years. He was a member
of First Baptist Church. He was a custom home builder for 35 years. He was a founding member of the Waldron Gideon Camp where he served in many different offices over the years. He was a
loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. The family will visit with friends from 6:00 -7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. James's
celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Waldron First Baptist Church with burial to follow at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers will be Harold Chrisman, Richard Holleman, Jim Jeffery, Buzz Morris, Josh Green, and James Hughes. Honorary pallbearers are Paul Plummer, Miles
Dozier, and Hershel Sims. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in James's name to The Gideons International Processing Center, P.O. Box 97251 Washington, D.C. 20090-7251.
Resident Press
25 December 2019
DAVID LEE JEFFREY
David Lee Jeffrey blessed this world with his presence on April 3, 1986, meeting everyone with an infectious smile, endless attempts of covering 80’s rock songs, quirky one-liners and
movie quotes. David departed to God’s care on December 20, 2019, where he most likely grabbed a harp and continued singing his favorite song, Ave Maria. It very well could have been La
Grange by ZZ Top, No Diggity by The Cleverlys, or maybe Run DMC. His joking antics, electric personality, and his passion for hot rods, and motorcycles were known by all who he direct
messaged or texted photos of at random hours of the day. That’s what he loved, and he wanted to share that with everyone. It was his connection to those who loved him. Favoring the rumble
of a Harley-Davidson, or the lines of a 1932 Ford, David carried those exquisite tastes into his marriage to Brandy whom he loved, adored and endlessly pestered. Their daughter, Paisley
will be born in the coming year where we all hope she can sing better than her Father. It’ll be perfectly OK, if she doesn’t. His passing leaves a lesson for us all. Smile often, love
your family, and in his words, “Vote Trump 2020, Baby!” David is preceded in death by his father Mike Jeffrey, Grandparents Charles and Cathy Jeffrey, his aunt Angie Redfern and his
grandfather Larry Redfern. He is survived by his wife Brandy Jeffrey and baby to be, Paisley Jeffrey of Mansfield, his parents Lesli and Jason Baggett, and brother Greyson of Mansfield.
David also leaves behind Grandparents Carol and Dave Edwards of Fort Smith, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss him dearly. David’s wish was to be cremated however,
there will be a celebration of his life on Monday, December 23, 2019 at 2:00 pm, at Fellowship Baptist Church in Witcherville, AR. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. For those wishing to send an expression of sympathy, the family would appreciate living plants that can grow into a memorial garden
for baby Paisley.
The Waldron News
11 February 2015
NORMA E. HINES JENIK
Norma E. (Hines) Jenik, 74, of Colby, KS passed away at Citizens Medical Center, Colby, KS on Sunday, February 1, 2015. She was born on April 11, 1940 in Waldron, AR to Othel & Inez
(Gibbs) Hines. Norma married Dwayne Jenik on Aug. 9, 1958 just prior to his first Air Force assignment. She & their children accompanied him to each Air Force base for 20 years until
his retirement in 1978. They then lived in Ft. Collins, CO for 18 years, Waldron, AR for 4 years and returned to Colby in 2001. She was preceded in death by her parents and her
brother, Kenneth Hines. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Dwayne Jenik, two daughters: Sheila Crouch of Ft. Smith, CO and Sheryl Carter of Ft. Collins, CO; one son,
James Jenik of Marino Valley, CA; one sister Linda Barnett of Waldron, AR; eleven grandchildren & two great grandchildren. Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 5,
2015 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Oakley with Rev. Robert Alexander officiating. Burial followed at the Oakley Cemetery in Oakley, KS. Memorials can be made in her name in care
of Kersenbrock Funeral Chapel, 745 S. Country Club Dr., Colby, KS 67701.
The Waldron News
25 January 2012
JAMES A. JENKINS, M.D.
James A. Jenkins, M.D., passed away Friday, January 13 in the Montgomery County Nursing Home. He was 84. Born in
Kosciusko, MS, he grew up in Longview, TX, and El Dorado, where he graduated from high school. He served two years
in the U.S. Army at Aberdeen Proving Grounds Chemical Warfare Plant. He graduated from Ouachita Baptist College and
the University of Arkansas School of Medicine with the Class of 1955. After his residency at Swedish Hospital in
Seattle, WA, he established a family practice in Waldron, AR, before there was a hospital in Scott County. He had
privileges at Sparks, St. Edward, and Mena hospitals. He helped establish the first hospital in Waldron and was the
last doctor in Scott County to deliver babies at patients' homes. After 16 years there he closed his practice and
returned to UAMS for a three-year residency in psychiatry. He had a private practice in Little Rock and worked at
Ft. Roots VA hospital before becoming medical director of the mental health center in Fort Smith, and retired from
the mental health center in Texarkana. He was interim medical director of Montgomery County Nursing Home in the
1980s. Upon his retirement he and his wife planned and built their own log home on part of the farm where she grew
up just east of Mt. Ida. He was active in amateur radio with the call sign of AA5AD. He was a licensed pilot and had
a passion for flying. Survivors include his wife, Druzelle, of the home; three sons, Jeff (Cindy) of Cabot; Jon, of
Corona, CA; Steven, of North Little Rock; two sisters, Sara Ward of Little Rock and Ruby Pennington of El Dorado;
three stepsons, Jeffrey Irons of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, David (Vickii) Irons of Broken Arrow, OK, Steven (Joanne) Irons
of Mechanicsville, VA; two stepdaughters, Mary Grimes of Conroe, TX; Joanne (Steve) Napper of Castle Pines, CO; two
granddaughters, Jacqueline Jenkins of Fayetteville and Jennifer Jenkins of California; one grandson, Josh Jenkins of
Memphis; eight step grandchildren and six step great-grandchildren. Visitation of held from 2-4 on Sunday, January 15
at Thornton Funeral Home in Mt. Ida, with funeral services held on Monday at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church. Remembrances
may be made to the charity of one's choice, or to the Stanley-Standridge Cemetery Association in care of the First
National Bank of Mt. Ida.
The Waldron News
16 May 2012
JEFFREY ALLEN JENKINS
Jeffrey Allen Jenkins, 53, of Cabot, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012 in Hope, Arkansas. He was a Conductor for
the Union Pacific Rail Road Company for 14 years. He was a graduate from Northeast High School in Little Rock in 1977, a
Methodist, an avid Razorback Fan, enjoyed playing golf, former member of the Rolling Hills Country Club. He married on
October 31, 1983 to Cindy Ray. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. James Allen Jenkins, his mother Mary Catherine
Jenkins. Funeral service will be 11:00 am Friday, May 11, 2012 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren with burial at
Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren, Arkansas. He is survived by his
wife, Cindy Jenkins of the home; one daughter, Jacquelyn Jenkins of Cabot; one son, Joshua Jenkins of Cabot; his birth
mother, Corine Doddridge of Traskwood, AR; two brothers, Jon Jenkins of CA and Steven Jenkins of North Little Rock; several
sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Roy Mayhew, James Dennis, Joey Bray,
Carlee Key, John Jenkins and Steven Jenkins.
The Waldron News
13 September 2000
MARY CATHERINE JENKINS
Mary Catherine Jenkins, 67, of North Little Rock, formerly of Waldron, died Friday, Setp. 1,
2000. Mrs. Jenkins was a native of Bearden, Ark., but has lived in North Little Rock since
1973. She graduated from St. Vincent's School of Nursing in 1953 and worked in Public Health
as County Health Nurse of Scott County and Director of Lonoke County Health Department for
24 years. In 1994 she was recognized as Arkansas Public Health Nurse of the Year. Mrs. Jenkins
was a charter [member] of Pinnacle Chapter of Questers International Study Organization. She
loved to travel and visited most of the world. She was a member of Bearden United Methodist
Church. Mrs. Jenkins is survived by three sons, Jeff Jenkins and wife, Cindy, of Cabot, Jon
Jenkins and wife, Elvira, of Aliso Viejo, Calif. and Steven Jenkins of North Little Rock; one
brother, Dr. Ramond R. Mahan and wife, Elsie, of Ashdown; three grandchildren, Josh, Jacquelyn
and Jennifer; and father of her children, Dr. James A. Jenkins of Mt. Ida. She was preceded
in death by her parents, Raymond and Jennie Vance Mahan. Funeral services were at 10 am
Tuesday, Sept. 5 at North Little Rock Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at 2 pm at Moss
Cemetery, Bearden.
The Waldron News
12 December 2001
JAMES MILTON JENSON
James Milton Jenson, 72, of Heavener, Oklahoma died Monday, December 3,
2001 in Heavener, OK. He was a chef and realty agent in California for many
years. He graduated from Poteau High School and served in the U.S. Air Force
during the Korean Conflict being stationed in Iceland. He attended California
State Poly Technical Institute and was a long time Sunday School teacher
and member of the Forrester Baptist Church.
Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 2001 in Heavener,
OK with burial at Memorial Park in Heavener under the direction of Dowden
Funeral Home of Heavener, OK.
He is survived by his wife, Carol; two daughters, Gail Olwald & husband
Jim of Waldron, Arkansas and Karen Doran & husband Pat of Losa, California;
two sons, Andy Jenson of Tulsa, OK and Jeff Jenson & his wife Jennifer of
Los Angeles, CA; five sisters, Rose Mixon, Dorothy Toby & husband Guthrie,
Elanor Nickles & husband A.C., all three of Poteau, OK, Betty Sommers &
husband Lloyd of Ft. Smith, AR; and Freda Lester of Valley Center, CA; one
brother, Rev. Charley Jenson of Poteau, OK; and four grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, one sister, and a special
friend, Tommy Baker.
Resident Press
21 April 2021
JENNIFER TAMARA JEROZAL
Jennifer Tamara Jerozal of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on March 27, 2021 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Jennifer was born July 27, 1973 to Larry and Kathy Duncan in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Jennifer leaves behind to cherish her memory; her mother, Kathy Duncan, two daughters: Konnor Smith and Kennedy Jenx, one son; William Jerozal, one brother; Mike Duncan, and two sisters;
Stephanie Redd and Brandi Duncan, as well as many nieces and nephews. Jennifer will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted. Jennifer was preceded in death
by her husband Richard Jerozal, her father Larry Duncan, her grandparents; Bud and Lela Duncan, and also Walter and Lucille Shannon. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to
the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
2 July 2014
CLIFFORD DON JETT
Clifford Don Jett of Fort Smith, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 28, 2014. Clifford was born August 21, 1938 to George Delmar Jett and Tellie (Cole) Hansard
in Waldron, Arkansas. Clifford leaves behind to cherish his memory his longtime companion Addie Porter, two daughters, Lynnell Brown (Marshall) of Pineville, LA, Anna Jett (Patrick)
of Pasadena, MA, two sons, James Jett (Tamela) of West Columbia, S.C., Michael Porter of Fort Smith, Arkansas as well as 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He is also
survived by two brothers, Eugene Jett (Melva) of Whittier, CA, Eursell Jett of Ventura, CA, two sisters, Anna Beaty of Penn Valley, CA, Jo Johnson of Waldron, AR and a host of
nieces, nephews and other relatives. Clifford is preceded in death by his parents, Delmar and Tellie, one daughter Melissa Feazell, one brother Lester Jett, one sister Iva
Ridenhour. Visitation was held Tuesday July 1, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside service was held at 11:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at Parks Cemetery with burial to
follow under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
6 March 2019
EURSELL JETT
On January 14, 2018, a very dear man passed away. His name was Eursell Jett, born in 1928 in Waldron, Arkansas. Eursell grew up on a farm, where he developed a strong work ethic and
an uncanny skill for fixing anything dealing with plumbing, electricity, or solving any other problems. Eursell and his brother Eugene came to California. It was during this time that
he met and married Betty Lemley. Together they had three children: Merry, Robbie and Greg. Eursell found work delivering milk for Golden Top and Chase Bros. Dairy. As the years went
by, Eursell sensed there would be an end to door to door milk deliveries, so he took a job with Ventura, then later with Oxnard Colleges as a ground supervisor. When the children were
grown, Eursell and Betty decided to go their separate ways. Eursell moved to Buena Ventura Mobil Home Estates and became a well known handyman and was friends with everyone. He met
Hariet Curry and they remained best friends for 22 years, taking cruises and road trips, with occasional visits to Waldron. Eursell was preceded in death by his sister, Iva Ridenhour
and brothers, Lester and Clifford. He is survived by his brother, Eugene of Whittier, California, sistrs Anna Beaty of Penn Valley, California and Jo Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas,
daughter Merry Hinkle Coeur d-Alene, nine grandchildrn and many nieces and nephews. There will be no formal services but Eursell hoped there would be a party to celebrate his life,
and so there shall be at a later date.
Scott County Times
2 January 2002
FREELON JETT
Freelon Rufus Jett, 71, of Waldron died Monday, December 24,
2001 in a Waldron nursing home. He was a Baptist.
Graveside services were held at 2 pm Saturday, December 29,
2001 at Parks Cemetery at Parks under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home.
He is survived by one daughter, Debbie Hillman of Houston,
Texas; one step-daughter, Kay Montgomery of St. Louis, Missouri; one
sister, Rita Dean Sikes of New Orleans, Louisiana; 4 grandchildren and
4 great grandchildren.
Scott County Times
22 February 2006
LESTER JETT
Lester Jenkins Jett, 84, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Sunday, February 19, 2006 in a Waldron hospital.
He was a retired sawmill worker and an Army veteran of W.W. II. Funeral service was held at 2:00 pm Tuesday,
February 21, 2006 at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with interment in the Duncan Cemetery under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Verdia Jett of the home; two daughters,
Verlene Trumble of Waldron, Arkansas, Josephine Hutchens of North Fork, California; five grandchildren;
eleven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Edna Jo Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas, Iva Ridenhour of Waldron,
Arkansas, Anna Beaty of Pine Valley, California; three brothers, Eugene Jett of Whittier, California,
Eursell Jett of Ventura, California and Clifford Jett of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Kenneth
Ridenhour, Leonard Ed Ridenhour, Freddi Ridenhour, Michael Jett, Herbie Henfler. Honorary pallbearers were
Brad Byford and Ross Wagner.
Resident Press
28 January 2022
MARY JETT
Mary Ellen (Ison) Jett of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Friday, January 28, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Mary was born February 13, 1957 in Mena, Arkansas to Paul Bird
Ison and Eva Sue (Simpson) Ison. Mary was 64 years old. Mary married the love of her life, Ray Jett in February 1979. Together they raised two boys and made their life in Waldron for
42 blessed years. She enjoyed reading, fishing and playing games on her computer. Mary loved to be home taking care of her family and her dog “Tater” and doing for her grandchildren.
Her love for her family was undeniable. Mary leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 42 years, Ray Jett of the home, two sons: Brad Jett and wife Courtney and Shawn
Jett all of Waldron, Arkansas. Nana will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Kaitlynn Jett, Addalee Jett, Westin Jett and Lauren Shores. Mary is also survived by one
sister Carolyn Naylor of Heavener, Oklahoma and one brother Doug Ison and wife Sabrina of Waldron, Arkansas. Mary will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she
impacted, including a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends she loved dearly. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Eva Ison, two brothers, Eddie Ison and
Donnie Ison and her best friend Janie Ison. Mary’s life celebration will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas
with Rev. Konnor McKay officiating. Interment will follow in the Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas. Mary’s pallbearers will be Bobby Ison, Nick Ison, Adam Lageveen, Mac Davis, Mike Yandell, and David Yandell. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Jett, Mike Jett and James Jett.
Mary’s visitation will be Tuesday, February 1, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
11 October 2006
MARY LU ANGEL JETT
Services for Mary Jett will be at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Magnolia Funeral Home, Alexandria
with Rev. Dan Craig officiating. Graveside services will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 6, 2006 at
Duncan Cemetery, Waldron, AR with Rev. Ricky Hunt and Rev. Michael Shaddon officiating. Visitation will
be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Magnolia Funeral Home. Mary Jett, 72,
passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2006 in Pineville, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, James
and Merl; sister, Linda; brother, Richard; and daughter, Melissa Feazell. Mrs. Jett was an avid reader,
graduated from Waldron High School, Stephen F. Austin University and Westark Community College with a
nursing degree working as an RN until retirement. Survivors include her daughters, Lynnell Brown (Marshall) of
Alexandria, LA; Anna Jett (Patrick Mason) of Arnold, MD; son, James Jett (Tamara) of West Columbia, SC;
grandchildren, Mary (Boogie), Rebecca and Rachel Brown of Alexandria, LA; Lara, Juliette and Andrew Mason
of Arnold, MD; J.W. and Chasity Feazell of Montgomery, LA; Cortney Feazell of Bastrop, TX; Taryn and Matthew
Jett of West Columbia, SC; great granddaughter Mackenzi Feazell of Bastrop, TX.
The Waldron News
6 March 2019
MELVA EDILINE (BURDEN) JETT
Melva Ediline (Burden) Jett passed away at home in Whittier, California on Jan. 25, 2019. Melva was born to William and Elizabeth Burden in Waldron, Arkansas on Feb. 4, 1924. She moved
to Oklahoma as a child, and later in life married Calvin Eugene Jett in Waldron, Arkansas on Dec. 21, 1944. Soon after, Eugene and Melva moved to California, making it home for them
and their two children. Melva is survived by her loving husband, Eugene, her son Danny Jett, her daughter Melody Graham, grandchildren Ryan Jett and Jenna Taylor, six great grandchildren
and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her brother Leo Burden and sister Joyce Vandervoort, and sisters in law Anna Beaty, Jo Johnson and Ruby Burden. Melva loved her
family and would play basketball and play dough with her great grandchildren any time she had the chance. We rejoice that she knew Jesus and is now in her eternal home with streets of
gold and has no more pain or worries. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
The Waldron News
28 January 2009
VERDIA JETT
Verdia Jett, 92, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Sunday, January 25, 2009 in a Waldron nursing home.
Verdia was born December 11, 1916 the daughter of the late Jess and Jossie Wagner. She was a homemaker and a
member of the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God. Verdia is survived by her daughter Josephine and son-in-law J.T.
Hutchens of Northfork, CA and daughter Verlene Trumble and son-in-law Terrel of Waldron, AR, 2 grandsons Jesse
Hutchens of CA, Terrel Lee Trumble of Roland, OK; 3 granddaughters Jaylene Hutchens of CA, Kristen Carnahan and
Valene Byford of Waldron; 12 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Lester Jett, father and mother Jess and Josie Wagner, 3 brothers, Theo,
Dale and Herschal Wagner. Her funeral service will be at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God at 2:00 pm
Wednesday, January 28, 2009 with the Rev. Rickey Hunt and Rev. Kenton Rowe officiating and interment in the
Duncan Cemetery under the direction of the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, AR. Pallbearers will be
Billy Carnahan, Alvin Carnahan, Billy Wagner, Ross Wagner, Ronnie Johnson and Brad Byford. Visitation will be
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday and 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesday at the funeral
home.
The Waldron News
12 November 2008
ALINE JOHNSON
Aline Johnson of Lubbock, Texas passed away on Monday, November 3, 2008. Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m.
on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at Birdsview Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
Scott County Times
6 April 2005
ALLIE JOHNSON
Allie Johnson, age 98, of Waldron died Friday, April 1, 2005 in a Waldron nursing home. She was
a homemaker and a member of the Parks United Methodist Church and was preceded in death by her
husband Curtis Johnson of 70 years and daughter Aline Johnson and great grandchildren Christopher
and Zachary. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon Slagle of Y-City and Charlene Hill of
Greenwood; one son, Jerry L. Johnson of Pine Top, Arizona; two sisters, Hattie Rogers of Tulsa,
Oklahoma and Nora Godfrey of Waldron; seven grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren and five
great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, April 5, 2005 at
Parks United Methodist Church with burial at Hawkins Cemetery at Parks under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Serving as pallbearers were Paul Hawkins, Billy Hawkins, Cliff
Dailey, Johnny Godfrey, James Godfrey and David Johnson. Serving as honorary pallbearers were
grandsons and Harlon Hawkins.
The Waldron News
27 October 2010
ARTHUR WAYNE JOHNSON
Arthur Wayne Johnson, 77, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Sunday, October 24, 2010 in the River Valley
Health and Rehab. Center Fort Smith, Arkansas. Wayne was born April 26, 1933 in Waldron, Arkansas to the late
James Alfonzo Johnson and Edith Catherine Crutchfield. He served in the U.S. Navy four years during the Korean
War. He worked for the Rural Electric Association and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Wayne served as an
elder at the Pilot Prairie Church. Wayne is survived by his wife of 54 years, Shirley Johnson of the home; one
daughter, Brenda Jones and husband Joey of Muldrow, Oklahoma; two sons, Robert Johnson and wife Tina of Bella
Vista, Arkansas, James Johnson and wife Sora Kim-Johnson of Cleveland, Ohio; eight grandchildren; two great
grandchildren; and one brother, James Alfonzo Johnson, Jr. of California. Wayne's funeral service will be held
at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. George Woodliff
officiating. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, with full military honors at the U.S. National
Cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home &
Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
30 September 2009
BILLY RAY JOHNSON
Billy Ray Johnson, 62, of Jefferson City died Friday, September 11, 2009 at his home. He was born on February 1,
1947 in California, MO, the son of Ray and Helen Berniece Springer Johnson. He was a United States Army veteran
serving during Vietnam. He was united in marriage on June 3, 1966 in Tipton, MO to Judy Charlene Petree who survives
at the home. Mr. Johnson had been employed with Harold Welch Construction for many years and with St. Mary's
Health Center as a building carpenter, retiring in February of 2009. He was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church,
served on the St. Martins Bus Committee, and coached softball for his daughters. Billy loved to do carpenter work
for everyone, loved working on cars, and loved spending time with his daughters and grandchildren. Other survivors
include: three daughters, Kristy Johnson, Jefferson City; Kellyn Johnson, Jefferson City; Katie and husband
Brice Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; four grandchildren, Claire, Gracie, Caleb, Aubrie; expecting one grandchild
in eighteen days; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Carol and Roger Hunt, Waldron, Ark; Connie and Cecil Shehorn,
Warsaw, MO; and one brother and sister-in-law, Danny and Janan Johnson, California, MO. He was preceded in death
by his parents. Mass of Christian Burial took place on Monday, September 14, 2009 at St. Martin's Catholic Church
with the Rev. Edwin A. Schmidt officiating. Burial with full military honors took place at St. Martin Catholic
Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the St. Martin Catholic Church Expansions. 7148 St. Martins Ave., Jefferson
City, MO 65109; or to the American Cancer Society, 2413 Hyde Park Road, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
The Waldron News
8 March 2006
CHARLIE MAE JOHNSON
Charlie Mae Johnson, age 77, of Heavener, Oklahoma, died Thursday, March 2, 2006 in the Mena Regional Health
System. She was born May 21, 1928 in DeQueen, Arkansas to the late Felt Waits and the late Eva Mae Still Waits.
She was the widow of James H. Johnson, a homemaker and of the Pentecostal faith. Survivors are her son, Robert
Smith of Heavener, Oklahoma; one sister, Maxine Cheesman of Waldron, AR; five grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren;
five nephews and six nieces; and a host of other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents,
her husband and two grandsons, Robert James Smith and Robert Clayton Smith, II. Graveside service was Tuesday,
March 7, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. in the Pinecrest Memorial Park with Brother Dardanelle Townsley officiating.
Arrangements were by the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
Scott County Times
26 July 2000
CURTIS JOHNSON
Curtis Grover Johnson of Waldron, born October 26, 1908, age 91, died Tuesday, July 18,
2000 in the Waldron Nursing Home. He was a retired carpenter and of the Methodist faith.
Funeral services were held at 10 am on Saturday, July 22, 2000 at the Methodist Church in
Parks with burial at Hawkins Cemetery. The Reverends Pat Frost and Jesse Hill officiated.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Curtis is survived by
his wife, Allie Jane (Hawkins) Johnson of 70 years. They were married in Parks, Arkansas on
November 1, 1930. He is also survived by one son, Jerry Loyd Johnson of Pinetop, Arizona;
two daughters, Charlene Hill of Greenwood, Arkansas and Sharon Slagle of Y-City, Arkansas; 7
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by a daughter Janice Aline Johnson; two great-great grandsons, Zakary Lee McEntire
and Christopher Ray Zimmer; three brothers, Chester, Ray and Rufus Johnson and one sister,
Alta Johnson. Pallbearers were Dillard James Hawkins, David Johnson, Edmond Hawkins, Harlon
Hawkins, Johnny Godfrey, Billy Hawkins and Paul Waymon Hawkins.
The Waldron News
24 February 2010
DANNY JOHNSON
Danny Johnson, 56, of California, MO passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at his residence surrounded
ty loved ones. He was born on June 28, 1953 in California, MO the son of Ray and Helen (Springer) Johnson,
both of whom preceded him in death. He was married on July 29, 1972 at First Presbyterian Church in Tipson,
MO to Janan Stephens, who survives of the home. He worked at Logan Aluminum in Russellville, KY before taking
early retirement. He was a member of Union Hill Baptist Church in Holts Summit, where he and Janan were
baptized together. He loved the St. Louis Cardinals, loved to travel, spend time with his family, and piddlin.'
He was a graduate of Tipton High School. He is survived by three daughters, Shernan Johnson of Russellville,
KY, Michelle Helming and husband Jason of Jefferson City, MO and Rachel Currens and husband Steven of
Holts Summit, MO; two sisters, Carol Hunt and husband Roger of Waldron, AR and Connie Shehorn of Warsaw,
MO; one sister-in-law Judy Johnson of Jefferson City, MO; nine grandchildren, Daniel, Antonio, Selena,
Christopher, Katelynn, Alex, Izac, Ian and Ace. He was preceded in death by one brother, Billy Johnson. Funeral
services were held on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Union Hill Baptist Church in Holts Summit.
Burial was in Highland Cemetery in Latham, MO. Officiating was Rev. Frank Whitney. Memorials are suggested to
the family of Danny Johnson, c/o Union Hill Baptist Church, 460 S. Summit Drive, Holts Summit, MO 65043 or to
the Lymphoma-Leukemia Foundation, c/o Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, 100 S. Oak, California, MO 65018.
Arrangements were under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, California, MO.
The Waldron News
19 August 2009
EDITH JOHNSON
Edith Johnson, 85, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Monday, August 17, 2009 in a Waldron nursing home. She
was a member of the Boles Freewill Baptist Church and a homemaker. Edith is survived by 10 children: Lorene Beck
of Mena, Wandron Holdren of Potter, Sandra Powell of Waldron, Violet Becker of Fort Smith, Joan Betterton of
Mountainburg, Emma Brown of Waldron, Jerry Johnson of Abbott, Pat Ward of Alma, David Johnson of Nashville,
Michael Johnson of Potter; one sister, Carrie Childers of Tulare, California; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-
grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Ralph
Johnson, five brothers and one grandson, Marcus Brown. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 19,
2009 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Steve Beck, Greg Beck, Carl Gray, Carl Powell, Russell Powell,
Patrick Powell, Jeremy Johnson, Jerrod Johnson, Larry Brown and Jason Brown.
Scott County Times
17 November 2004
EUGENE JOHNSON
Eugene W. Johnson, age 88, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, November 13, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. He
was a retired railroad worker, a veteran of W.W.II, a member of the Bates Baptist Church, mason and member
of Waldron Lodge #132 F&AM. He is survived by his wife Dimple Johnson of the home; one daughter, Dorothy
Mae Bergner of Weatherford, Oklahoma; one son, Robert E. Johnson of Jonesboro, Arkansas; five grandchildren,
Keith and Craig Johnson, Larry and Terry Bergner, Tammy Smoot; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services
were held at 10:00 am Tuesday, November 16, 2004 at Bates Baptist Church with burial at Oakland Cemetery in
Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Serving as pallbearers were
Larry Bergner, Terry Bergner, Glenn Smoot, Bill Miller, Ralph Cagle and Gary Partridge. Serving as honorary
pallbearers were Darrell Miller, Buster Snellgrove and Tommy Joe Robinson.
The Waldron News
6 October 2004
EULA EVAH MASONER JOHNSON
Eula Evah Masoner Johnson, 89, who has lived in the Slaytonville area the last three years, died
Oct. 2, 2004 in Greenwood, Arkansas. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and worked for many years as a
waitress. She was born in Camargo, Okla. on December 3, 1914 to Nellie and Charley Masoner. In 1943
she married Lyle Johnson of Mapleton, Kansas. They had three children. His work took them to many
places before moving to Shawnee in 1958. Mr. Johnson died in 1971. Mrs. Johnson had her own restaurant
in Fulton, Kansas and worked for many years at Fresh's and Stern's Restaurant in Shawnee, Kansas. Mrs.
Johnson was preceded in death by her parents, her eldest son, Tom Johnson and one brother Bill Masoner
and sister Ella Beckman. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Clark of Hackett, Arkansas; a son Phil
Johnson of Mission, KS; and three grandsons, Tommy Clark of Prairie Village, KS, Charley Clark of
Pea Ridge, AR and John Clark of Liberty, MO. She is also survived by one brother, Charles Masoner, Jr.,
of Iola, KS and four sisters, Helen Ballah of Phoenix, AZ, Doris Rogers of Sulphur Springs, TX,
Charlene Marley of Peoria, AZ and Naomi Lane of Sedalia, MO. Funeral service was Thursday at the
Amos Funeral Home on Johnson Drive in Shawnee with burial at the Mound City, Kansas
Cemetery.
The Waldron News
20 June 2007
GENAVIE JOHNSON
Genavie Johnson, 74, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, June 15, 2007 in a Waldron, Arkansas nursing
home. She was retired from Tyson Foods after 20 years. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2007
at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one son, Olen Owens of Waldron, AR; one sister,
Modene Thompson of Waldron, AR. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Inez Parsons and Ivadale Scarborough.
Pallbearers were Richie Mitchell, Rick Black, Dub Black, Terrel Lee Robertson, Eugene Taff
and Mike Owens.
The Waldron News
1 July 2009
HELEN JOHNSON
August 7, 1949 - June 28, 2009
Helen P. Johnson, 59, of Hon, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2009 in her home. She was a homemaker. She
is survived by her mother Eva Lee Hicks of Waldron, seven brothers, Wayne Underwood of Waldron, Murl Underwood of
Waldron, Larry Underwood of Bates, Charley Himes of Waldron, Terry Himes of Poteau, OK, Stanely Himes of Waldron,
Steven Himes of Waldron; two sisters, Marie Lord of Heavener, OK, Naomi Claunts of Cauthron, and numerous other
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Cecil Johnson, her father Alvie Underwood and one
brother, William Himes. Funeral Service was 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel
with interment in the Howe Cemetery in Howe, Oklahoma under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Pallbearers were Wayne Underwood, Murl Underwood, Terry Himes, Charley Himes, Allen Plowman and Doris Preston.
Honorary pallbearers were Jim Moore, Russell Claunts, Bob Couch and Nathaniel Hunt.
The Waldron News
23 May 2012
J.W. "JAKE" JOHNSON
J.W. "Jake" Johnson passed from this life Monday, May 13, 2012 (sic) in Fayetteville, Arkansas. "Jake" was born
January 29, 1926 to Tom Johnson and Anna "Mays" Johnson in Waldron, Arkansas. "Jake" was 86 years, 3 months and 14
days old. "Jake" was a hard worker and loved to travel. He is dearly loved and so missed. See you in Heaven Dad.
"Jake" leaves behind to cherish his memory two daughters, Margaret Inge of Greenwood, Arkansas and Ramona Abernathy
of Mt. Ida, Arkansas; one son, Therrell Johnson of Sallisaw, Oklahoma and one sister, Wilma Ferguson of Mt. Ida,
Arkansas. "Jake" will also be missed by his 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. "Jake" is preceded in death
by his parents, Tom Johnson and Anna Maude (Mays) Johnson and two sons, Jerrell Johnson and Terry Johnson. "Jake's"
celebration of life service will be Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. J.L. Bond officiating. Interment will follow in the Freedom Cemetery near Waldron,
Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. "Jake's" visitation
will be Wedesday, May 16, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas. "Jake's" pallbearers will be Marvin Inge, Jr., Daris Silvey, Keven Silvey, Steven Silvey, Bob Cliff and
John Cliff.
Scott County Times
14 July 2004
JAKE JOHNSON
Funeral services for Jake Johnson were held at 11:00 am Friday, July 9, 2004 at Martin Funeral Home
Chapel with burial at Hon Cemetery in Hon, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of
Waldron. Mr. Johnson, 74, of Waldron passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2004 in a Waldron nursing home.
He was retired from Waldron Furniture Factory and D&R Molding. He was a member of Waldron Masonic
Lodge #132. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents, John and Clara Johnson. His survivors
include his wife, Jo; one daughter, Shanna Johnson of Waldron; one son, Ronnie Johnson of Waldron;
two brothers, Otis Johnson and Theo Johnson, both of Mansfield; five grandchildren, Cassie Powell,
Crystal Scott, Kelly Jo Scott, Zak Smith and Taylor Tucker; five great-grandchildren, Devin and
Dilan Powell, Preston and Jaymz Austin Scott and Gavin Scott; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers
were Bud Fuller, Charlie Vaughan, Jerry Parker, Alvin Carnahan, J.W. Johnson and Curtis Vandewiele.
Honorary pallbearers were the members of Masonic Lodge #132, Paul Carrol, Jackie Owens, Floyd Smith,
Glen Dale Sparks and Leon Vaughn.
The Waldron News
10 August 2011
JAMES TERRY JOHNSON
James Terry Johnson, 55, of San Jose, California, formerly of Mansfield, Arkansas passed from this life Tuesday,
July 26, 2011 in a Mountain View, California hospital. Terry was born September 17, 1955 in San Jose, California
to J.W. and Lucille Virginia (Gallimore) Johnson. Terry is survived by two daughters, Lucinda Henson and Crystal
Mort; mother, Lucille Johnson, father, J.W. Johnson; two sisters, Margaret Inge, Ramona Abernathy and husband
Wade Jr., and one brother, Therrell Johnson. He was preceded in death by one brother, Jerrell Johnson. Terry's
funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4, 2011 at the Freedom Freewill Baptist Church with
Rev. J.L. Bonds officiating. Interment will follow in the Freedom Cemetery. Arrangements are being entrusted to
the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Terry's pallbearers will be Daris Silvey,
Kevin Silvey, Jesse Johnson, Waylon Abernathy III, Terry Smith, Jeremy Howard. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m.
to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where the family
will be receiving friends from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Scott County Times
17 July 2002
JERRY "PUD" JOHNSON
Texas--Graveside services for Jerry "Pud" Johnson, 65, of Robert Lee, Texas, formerly of Hon, were held Monday, July 15, 2002 at 2 pm at Hon Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Mr. Johnson was born October 23, 1936 in Scott County to Ples E. and Pearl Johnson, the youngest of eleven children. He died Thursday, July 11, 2002 at Robert Lee, Texas. He had been a resident of Robert Lee for the past fifteen years.
Survivors include two sisters, Jimmie Dooley of Shallowater, Texas and Lorene Millican of Robert Lee.
Scott County Times
29 June 2005
JEWELL JOHNSON
Jewell Kemp Johnson of Waldron, born August 18, 1907 and passed away June 23, 2005 in Waldron,
just 2 months shy of her 98th birthday. She, her husband, Rufus Johnson and son, Wayne Johnson
lived in California for many years but returned to Scott County 30 years ago to live out their
retirement years with the family and friends interaction they had known in their early years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, son, parents, Moise and Salle (Sissy) Kemp and sister,
Effie Kemp. Up until about 2 years ago, she tended to her garden and prided in her tomato patch.
She is survived by the descendants of the Kemp, Boyd and Johnson families, also special friends
Ruth Epperson and David Yandell. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Saturday, June 25, 2005
at the Waldron First Baptist Church with interment in the Bush Cemetery near Waldron under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Serving as pallbearers were Gus Kemp, David
Yandell, Darrell Epperson, Bob Slagle, David Johnson and Jesse Hill.
Resident Press
9 December 2020
JOANN JOHNSON
Joann Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Wednesday, November 25, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas. Joann was born August 3, 1940, to James Robert Goddard and Rwilta (Johnson)
Goddard in Scott County, Arkansas. She was 80 years old. Joann worked at Tyson Foods for many years. Over the years she had made many many friends she loved and held dear to her heart.
She was a good woman that was loved by everyone that knew her. Joann enjoyed and loved animals. Joann leaves behind to cherish her memory, one daughter, Gwen Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas
and her siblings: Sally Szabo of Missouri, Robbie Wright of Waldron, Arkansas and Doris Houston of Greenwood, Arkansas. Joann will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives
she impacted, including a host of nieces and nephews, friends and loved ones. Joann was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Rwilta Goddard, her former husband Otis Johnson and
one brother, Jackie Goddard. Joann’s memorial life celebration will be held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory
in Waldron, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, Joann’s wish was for donations to be made to any local animal shelter.
The Waldron News
11 March 2015
LEROY JOHNSON
Leroy Johnson, 97, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away March 6, 2015 in Waldron. He was born August 20, 1917 to the late Wesley and Gertrude (Howell) Johnson. Leroy loved hunting,
fishing, visiting and telling stories with family and friends. He is survived by one daughter, Vera Montgomery, one son Kenneth Johnson, both of Waldron; one brother William Johnson;
one sister, Levearn Miller both of Hot Springs; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, seven great-great grandchildren, several step-grandchildren and numerous nieces,
nephews, friends and other family. He was preceded in death by his wife Lillie Mae Johnson, parents, three brothers, one sister and one grandchild. Visitation was Tuesday, March 10,
2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday March 11, 2015 at Friendship Pentecostal Church with burial to follow at Friendship
Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers were Krishtn Johnson, Sid Slagle, Chase Parker, James Montgomery, Doyle Fielding, Jeremy Wilson, Scott
Welch and Ricky Powell. Honorary pallbearer was Kalob Johnson.
The Waldron News
5 October 2011
LILLIE MAE JOHNSON
Lillie Mae Johnson, 89, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2011 in Waldron. She was a member
of the Friendship Church, which her father was one of the founding members. Lillie is survived by her husband of 73
years, Lee Roy Johnson; son Kenneth Johnson; daughter Vera Montgomery; two granddaughters, Deborah Silvey and Kanyon
Johnson; three grandsons, James Montgomery, Sid Slagle, Krishtn Johnson; 7 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Maudie Slater; grandson Kane Johnson; and
sister, Myrtle Lunsford. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at the Friendship Church with
interment to follow in the Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Rick Powell, Russell Powell, Scott Welch, Tim Wagner, Brad Evans and John Sanford. Honorary
pallbearer, Chase Parker.
The Waldron News
25 April 2018
LUCILLE V. JOHNSON
Lucille V. (Gallimore) Johnson of Huntington, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in Fayetteville, Arkansas surrounded by loving family. Lucille was
born March 15, 1927 in Elm Park, Arkansas to Johnny Lee Gallimore and Mattie (Jones) Gallimore. Lucille was 91 years, 1 month and 2 days young. Lucille was a loving and kind lady. She
was embraced by all that came in contact with her. She enjoyed talking with everyone and you could feel the love she had for life. Lucille enjoyed gardening, working in her flower beds
and going to yard sales. She especially had a way in the kitchen. She truly loved to cook and then she took pride in being able to share her recipes with her grandchildren. Lucille
loved her family and looked forward to every chance to spend precious time with each of them. Lucille leaves behind to cherish her memory, three children: Ramona Abernathy and husband
Wade of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Therrell Johnson of Mulberry, Arkansas and Margaret Inge of Greenwood, Arkansas. Grandma will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Daris
Silvey, Kevin Silvey, Steven Silvey, Marvin Inge Jr., Jennifer Johnson, Dana Froud, Jesse Johnson, Crystal Mort, Lucinda Johnson and Waylon Abernathy III and fiance' Tori Eubanks as well
as many great grandchildren. Lucille is also survived by her siblings: John Gallimore of Mansfield, Arkansas, Eva Brooks of Santa Rosa, California, Johnnie Sue Rogers of Waldron, Arkansas
and Eddie Haskins of Grass Valley, California. Lucille will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors
and loved ones dear to her heart. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny and Mattie Gallimore, two sons: Jerrell Johnson and James Terry Johnson, three siblings: Linda,
JoAnn and Jimmie. Lucille's life celebration was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Freedom Freewill Baptist Church in Freedom, Arkansas with Rev. J.L. Bonds officiating.
Interment followd in the Freedom Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Lucille's pallbearers were Jeremy Howard, Bryan
Roberts, Eddie Haskins, Jesse Johnson, Waylon Abernathy III and Wade Abernathy. Lucille's visitation was Friday, April 20, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
29 April 2015
MATTIE DIMPLE JOHNSON
Mattie Dimple Johnson, better known as Dimple, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas, passed from this life on April 26, 2015 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She had lived the last few years
of her life in Weatherford, Oklahoma where she had moved to be near her daughter. Dimple was born on November 21, 1921 in Bates, Arkansas to Frank and Mandy Brown. She was next to the
youngest of ten children. Dimple married Eugene Johnson on May 27, 1935 and had two children, a son, Robert, and a daughter, Dorothy. They lived their lives in Bates, Arkansas where he
worked for the Kansas City Southern railroad and she worked for a chicken processing plant until they both retired. In retirement, they enjoyed raising cattle, fishing, and working in
the garden. There were always plenty of fresh vegetables and lots of strawberries! Dimple was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Later in life she was an active volunteer for
the Waldron Senior Citizens Center where she was well known. She enjoyed and looked forward to the dances on Friday and Saturday nights. She would often laugh and say, "If they can
help me out of the chair, I can dance!" Dimple was blessed with a long and fruitful life and was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Dimple is survived by her
daughter, Dorothy Bergner of Weatherford, Oklahoma; five grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Dimple was preceded in death by one son, Dr. Robert E. Johnson; husband,
Eugene Johnson; three brothers and six sisters. Dimple's life celebration will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron,
Arkansas with Larry Bergner and Terry Bergner officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage
Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Dimple's pallbearers will be Larry Bergner, Terry Bergner, Wyatt Bergner, Glenn Smoot, Charles Brown and Donny Owens. Honorary pallbearers
will be Bob Shores, Fred Morton, Fritz Morales and Willie Newman. Dimple's visitation will be Friday, May 1, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home
in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
4 April 2007
MYNA FROST JOHNSON
Myna Frost Johnson passed quietly at home on April 1, 2007. She was born in Parks on September 25,
1932 and was one of four daughters. Graveside memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 5,
2007 at the Hawkins Cemetery with interment in the Hawkins Cemetery under the direction of the
Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by three sisters, Rita Dean McGrew of Fort Smith, Arkansas,
Janell Cleland of Parks, Arkansas, and Sharon Langley of Waldron, Arkansas. She is also survived by
her four daughters, Joan Johnson of Lorton, VA, Sue Johnson of Garland, TX, Jeannie Johnson of Riviera
Beach, FL, (note: only three listed) and two granddaughters, Sarah Goff of Auburn, NY and Sandy Kirk
of Houston, TX. Memorials may be made to Hawkins Cemetery, c/o Martin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 786,
Waldron, AR 72958.
The Waldron News
24 November 2010
OTIS O. JOHNSON
Otis O. Johnson, 73, of Mansfield, Arkansas passed from this life Saturday, November 20, 2010 at his
home. Otis was born March 26, 1937 at Hon, Arkansas to the late John and Clara (Howell) Johnson. Otis is
survived by one daughter, Gwen Wilson of Waldron, Arkansas; his ex-wife, Joann Johnson of Waldron,
Arkansas; one brother, Theo Johnson of Mansfield, Arkansas; his closest friend Carroll Barns of Hartford,
Arkansas; numerous nieces, nephews and other friends. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death
in addition to his parents by one brother, J.T. Johnson. Otis' memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Elmore officiating.
Arrangements and cremation is being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron,
Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, Otis' family has requested memorial donations be made to the Hon Cemetery,
c/o Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory, P.O. Box 358, Waldron, Arkansas 72958.
Scott County Times
26 March 2003
PAT JOHNSON
Roberta Patsy Lee Johnson, 61, of Waldron, Arkansas died Monday, March 17,
2003 in a Ft. Smith hospital. She was a Certified Nurses Aid, a Baptist and
a Breast Cancer Survivor.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 on Wednesday, March 19, at the Hon Baptist
Church with burial at Hon Cemetery at Hon, Arkansas under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
She is survived by her husband, Ted; two daughters and sons-in-law, Stacy and
Marc Standridge of Parks, Arkansas, Julie and Brian Williams of Waldron, Arkansas;
two step-daughters, Sandy Stewart of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Sherry Wilson of
Hutchinson, Kansas; three sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and Marina Atchley of
Waldron, Arkansas, Jeff Atchley of Waldron, David and Amanda Johnson of Greenwood,
Arkansas; three step-sons, Ron Thomas of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Danny Johnson of
Mansfield, Arkansas, Mike Johnson of Hutchinson, Kansas; one sister and brother-
in-law, Erma and Answl Phelan of Waldron, Arkansas; three brothers and sisters-in-
law, Albert and Donna Morris of Fort Smith, Jim and Carol Young of Waldron, Jack
and Debbie Young of Booneville, Arkansas; twelve grandchildren, Jacob, Miranda,
Desirae, Dalton, Stacy, Heaven, Collin, Josh, Ryan, Kolten, Trysten and Josey;
five step-grandchildren, Destiny, Joy, Carl, Brock and McCartney.
Pallbearers were Bryan Williams, Mark Standridge, Danny Johnson, Thomas Boggess,
J.C. Helms and J.T. Helms. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Casey and Roberta
Passmore.
The Waldron News
18 March 1998
QUINTON T. "Q.T." JOHNSON
Quinton T."Q.T."Johnson,57,of Pocola, Oklahoma died Saturday, March
14, 1998 in a local hospital. He was an employee of Whirlpool Corporation
in Fort Smith, where he worked in the Paint Department.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18,
1998 in Edwards Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Union Hill Cemetery
near Waldron at 4:00 p.m.
Survivors include his wife, Virginia, of the home; two daughters:
Tammy White, of Fort Smith and Tina Johnson, of the home; one sister,
Dorothy Johnson, of Muskogee, Oklahoma; one brother, Cecil Johnson, of
Gans, Oklahoma; one grandson, Eric White, of Fort Smith.
Pallbearers will be Dearl Hunt, Garry Hunt, Kenneth Hunt, Billy
Hunt, Calvin Hunt and George Home.
Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
9 June 2010
DR. ROBERT E. JOHNSON
Dr. Robert E. Johnson, 73, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Saturday, May 29, 2010
at his home. He held a PHD in mathematics. Dr. Johnson taught at the University of Mississippi
for 3 1/2 years then at ASU for 40 years until his retirement. He attended Walnut Street Baptist
Church and loved gardening. Chapel services were held Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Roller-Farmers
Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro with Kenneth Camp officiating. Burial followed at Nettleton
Cemetery.
Unpublished
ROBERT EUGENE JOHNSON
Robert Eugene Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas, formerly of Wilmington, Delaware, passed from this life, Saturday, November 30, 2019. Robert was born July 28, 1959 to Robert H. Johnson
and Lillian Claire (Bear) Johnson in Wilmington, Delaware. He was 60 years old. Robert was a stone mason by trade. He was a hard worker and enjoyed what he did. Robert was a people
person, he loved to talk and visit with everyone. He enjoyed fishing, sitting on the porch outside, and watching the Baltimore Orioles. But his favorite pastime was making memories
with his family. Robert leaves behind to cherish his memory, one son Robert H. Johnson of Delaware, one sister, Ruth Ann Norris and one brother, Lemuel Johnson both of Waldron, Arkansas,
one brother in law, John Piazza Jr, and his father in law, John Piazza Sr. Poppy will forever remain in the heart of his granddaughter, Zoe. Robert will be missed by all that knew him
and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews as well as many friends dear to him especially his long time friend and companion,
his dog Wally. Robert was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Tamara Johnson, and his parents, Robert and Lillian Johnson. A private family memorial will be held at a
later. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
18 October 2000
ROY JOHNSON
Roy Burton Johnson, age 88, of Waldron passed away Tuesday,
October 10, 2000 at a Waldron Nursing Home. He was a long time
resident of Scott County and was a Baptist. Mr. Johnson was born
September 14, 1912 at Bates, Arkansas to Walter and Lucy May Powell
Johnson of Quitman, Arkansas. At a very young age, Roy came to live
with his aunt and uncle, Ben and Grace Johnson and was raised as
one of their children. Roy was in the dray business with his uncle
Ben and cousin R.C. and later they were in the trucking business
together.
Mr. Johnson is survived by one half-sister, Lucy Russell of
Mabelvale, Arkansas, one half-brother, Ross Johnson of Quitman,
Arkansas, two grandchildren, Charlene Street of San Jose, California,
Keith Johnson of Modesto California and one great grandson. Also
surviving are his cousin Ben Johnson and his wife Evelyn of Fort
Smith, Arkansas.
Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 13, 2000
at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J. Elton Pennington and Rev.
Jim Browning officiating. Interment was in Duncan Cemetery under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Pallbearers for
Mr. Johnson were Leroy Livesay, W.W. "Dick" Davis, Clyde Audas,
Jay Sorrels, Darrin Johnson and Ben Johnson.
The Waldron News
5 July 2006
SUE JOHNSON
Susan Ann "Sue" Johnson, 63, of Dardanelle died Saturday at Arkansas Heart Hospital. Born December 28,
1942 in Horatio. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Lillie Edwards Crabtree. She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Johnson, Jr. and twin grandchildren, Dalton and Brooklyn
Paige Johnson. Survivors include her children, Timothy Johnson, Jackie Crabtree, Kathy Roach of Danville,
Gary Johnson of Waldron, George Johnson of Waldron, Joseph Johnson of Waldron, Jason Johnson of Plainview,
Milderage Bunn of Dardanelle; two brothers, Junior Crabtree and Jimmy Crabtree of Florida; three sisters,
Ruth, Alta and Valarie, all of Mena; several grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Graveside
service will be Thursday, July 6, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Salem Cemetery in Plainview with Rev. James
Felter officiating. Pallbearers will be Donald Roach, Daniel Bunn, Jason, Joseph, George and Gary
Johnson. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Cornwell Funeral Home in
Danville.
Scott County Times
1 December 2004
TEDDY JOHNSON
Teddy Charles Johnson, age 63, of Hon died Saturday, November 27, 2004 in his home. He was retired
from Breedon Dodge as a paint and body man. He is survived by four daughters, Sandra Stewart of Sapulpa,
Oklahoma, Sherry Johnson of Hutchinson, Kansas, Stacy Standridge of Waldron and Julie Williams of
Waldron; six sons, Ronald Thomas of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Danny Johnson of Huntington, Mike Johnson of
Hutchinson, Kansas, Mike Atchley of Waldron, Jeff Atchley of Barling and David Johnson of Greenwood;
one sister, Kitty Battershell of Hutchinson, Kansas; one brother, Jerry Johnson of Hutchinson, Kansas;
eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Monday,
November 29, 2004 at Hon Baptist Church with burial at Hon Cemetery at Hon under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Serving as pallbearers were Thomas Boggess, Chris Corby, Chris Battershell,
Jimmy Young, Mark Standridge and D.J. McCown. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Jackie Young, Brock
Johnson and Jony Johnson.
The Waldron News
Resident Press
1 September 2021
VERNON JOHNSON
Our beloved father and husband, Vernon Johnson, 95, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life on Monday, August 23, 2021 in Fort Smith. He was born December 29, 1925 in Kingsley,
Iowa to Arthur and Lillian (Hamil) Johnson. Vernon was born and raised on a farm near Kingsley, Iowa. In 1951 he married Wanda Hangman and, with some help from their sons, they
successfully worked their Kingsley, Iowa farm until 1978, when he decided to semi-retire and move to a warmer part of the country. Having taken their honeymoon in Hot Springs,
Arkansas and remembering how much they loved that part of the country, they found property with a couple of chicken houses near Waldron, Arkansas where they were very successful
chicken growers many years before retiring. Vernon and Wanda were members of the Church of Christ in Kingsley, Iowa and attended Denton Baptist Church in Waldron. Vernon is survived
by his wife of 70 years, Wanda Mae (Hangman) Johnson; sons, Randal Johnson (Ann) of Salt Lake City, Utah and Dennis Johnson (Laura) of Greenwood, Arkansas; sisters, Marilyn Steffe
of Athens, Georgia and Connie Junck of Kingsley, Iowa; and grandson, Jerome Johnson. He is preceded in death by his brother, Dale Johnson and his parents before mentioned. Cremation
arrangements are under the direction of Bulger Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Denton Baptist Church in Waldron. A graveside
memorial service will be held at a later date in Iowa.
The Waldron News
11 September 2019
DEBORAH COLEEN JOHNSTON
Deborah Coleen Johnston of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Tuesday, September 3, 2019 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Debbie was born March 17, 1957 to
Charles Ted Johnston and Kathleen Mary (Adams) in Bates, Arkansas. She was 62 years old. Debbie was a fun loving, family oriented woman. She cherished time with her family and made the
most of each opportunity. Her nieces and nephews were like her own. Each one had a special place in her heart. When she wasn't making memories with family, Debbie loved to read and fish.
Some of her greatest times were spent on the softball field with good friends. She leaves a legacy of love, kindness and will be remembered for her big smile. Debbie leaves behind to
cherish her memory, her mother, Kathleen M. Higgins of Waldron, Arkansas, her life long partner, Chris Silvey of Waldron, one son, Jason Silvey and wife Shannon. Nana will forever remain
in the hearts of her 2 grandchildren: Aiden and Aspen. Debbie is also survived by one favorite sister, Diana Hattabaugh and husband Jerald of Mansfield, Arkansas, 4 brothers: Ted
Johnston and wife Janie of Bates, Arkansas, Snuffy Johnston and wife Sheila, Kenny Johnston and wife Kathy, and Terry Johnston all of Waldron, Arkansas. Debbie will be missed by all
that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbors dear to her heart. Debbie was preceded in death by her
father, Bud Johnston and one niece, Ginger Johnston. Debbie's memorial life celebration was held at 2:00 p.m., Friday September 6, 2019 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas with Rev. Mike Galinato officiating. Interment followed in the Freedom Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Debbie's family visited with friends Friday, September 6, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
10 February 1999
GINGER MICHELLE JOHNSTON
Ginger Michelle Johnston, 22, of Briggsville, Arkansas died
Feb. 4, in her home. She was a Baptist.
Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Feb. 8, at Martin Funeral
Home Chapel, Waldron, with burial at Weeks Cemetery near Bates,
Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Sherrill and
Bertha Phillips and Bud Johnston.
Survivors include her mother and step father, Sandy and
Raymond Latham of Madisonville, Kentucky; her father and step
mother, Ted and Janie Johnston of Bates, Arkansas; grandmother,
Kathleen Sanders of Bates, Arkansas; two stepsisters, Angie
Dejarnette of Bokoshe, Oklahoma, Susan Latham of Madisonville,
Kentucky; one brother, Todd Johnston of Union Hill, Arkansas; one
nephew, Jakob Johnston of Union Hill, Arkansas; two stepbrothers,
Chad Latham of Owensboro, Kentucky, Chris Marshall of Shady Point,
Oklahoma; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Pallbearers were Steven Black, Jerry Motley, Wyatt McEntire,
Bryan Roberson, Santos Rogers and Travis Shelton.
Viewing was from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
9 February 2000
LOUISE JOHNSTON
Louise Johnston, 70, of Waldron, Arkansas, died Wednesday, February 2, 2000 in her
home. She was a retired childcare provider and a member of the Waldron United Methodist
Church. Funeral services were at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 4 at Waldron United Methodist
Church with burial at Brearly Cemetery in Dardanelle, Arkansas under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. She is survived by her husband, Bink of the home;
two daughters, Teresa Culpepper of Heavener, OK and Darla Ridenhour of Waldron, AR;
one son, Butch Johnston Waldron, AR; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Pallbearers were Butch Johnston, Chad Houston, Gene Culpepper, Mikey Johnston, Michael
Boren and Mitchell Ridenhour. Honorary pallbearers were Glen Dale Sparks, Bill Churchill,
Fritz Morales and Bill Brashears.
The Waldron News
14 October 2009
ROBERT WESLEY JOHNSTON
Robert Wesley Johnston, 80, went to be with our Lord on September 30, 2009 in St. Hedwig, TX. He was born
on May 20, 1929 in Chattanooga, TN and adopted by maternal grandparents, Jack and Nancy Johnston. He served
8 years in the US Navy and US Coast Guard. He became a firefighter at Kelly AFB and rose to station chief
before his retirement. He is preceded in death by his mother, Addie Mae; grandparents; brother, Jimmy
Shelton; sister, Margie Dunifer and two granddaughters, Leann Capps and Sarah Friend. Survivors include
his loving wife of 34 years, Joan Johnston; brother, Orville Shelton; children, Victoria Wells, Nancy
Smoot, Robert Johnston, Jr., Laura Friend, Michael Johnston, Sharon Inselmann, Terry Edwards, and first
wife, Shirley Woodcock-Swift; 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandsons. He will be forever missed. The
Funeral Service was at 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 3 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North. Interment
will follow at Mission Retama Cemetery.
The Waldron News
22 November 2006
ROY EDWARD "BINK" JOHNSTON
Roy Edward "Bink" Johnston, 81, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2006 in a Waldron,
Arkansas hospital. He was born October 26, 1925 in Dardanelle, AR. He was a Marine veteran and was a
member of the Waldron First United Methodist Church. Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. Friday, November
10, 2006 at the Waldron First United Methodist Church with interment at 1:00 p.m. at Brearly Cemetery in
Dardanelle, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. Roy is survived by his son and
his wife, Roy L. "Butch" & Sherry Johnston of Waldron, AR; daughter and her husband, Teresa and Gene
Culpepper of Heavener, OK; and other daughter, Darla Ridenhour and fiance Miles Dozier of Waldron, AR;
one brother and his wife, Frank Lee and Anna Mae Johnston of Ruston, LA; nine grandchildren, Chad Houston,
Jodi Oliver, Mathew Culpepper, John Culpepper, Patrick Culpepper, Andrea Boren, Roy Michael Johnston, Dylan
Ridenhour, and Rachel Ridenhour; six great-grandchildren, Kaleb Oliver, Mollie Oliver, Maggie Oliver and
Clayden Boren; and faithful companion, Iva Darling. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Frank
and Ora Mae Johnston, devoted wife of 52 years, Louise Atchison Johnston, and brother John H. Johnston.
Pallbearers were Chad Houston, Mathew Culpepper, John Culpepper, Patrick Culpepper, Jamie Oliver, Roy
Michael Johnston, Dylan Ridenhour and Eric Dehart. Honorary pallbearers were Glen Dale Sparks, Bob Shores,
Bill Murray, Ule Horn and Bill Churchill.
The Waldron News
19 May 1999
THELMA JEAN JOHNSTON
Thelma Jean Johnston, 51, of Waldron, died Thursday, May 13, 1999
in Waldron. She was a homemaker and attended the New Life Center Church.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 17 in the New Life
Center Church with burial at Buffalo Cemetery in Boles.
Survivors include two sons: Randal Broomfield of Waldron and
Steven Godfrey of Mena; her mother, Bonnie Scott of Waldron; five
sisters: Aldena Tinder of Waldron; Geneva Piper of Mena; Linda Hill
of Nashville, Ark., Edna Piles of Parks and Teresa Rodebush of
Fayetteville; one brother, Aaron Scott of Boles; three grandchildren:
Trey Broomfield, Ashley Broomfield and Chase Godfrey.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Scott County Times
12 May 2004
ALVIN JAMES JONES
Blue Ball--Funeral services for Alvin James Jones were held at 10:00 am Friday, May 7, 2004 at Egypt
Freewill Baptist Church with burial at 4:00 pm at Moore's Church Cemetery near Rison, Arkansas under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Alvin James Jones, 69, of Blue Ball, Arkansas
passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2004 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired carpenter and attended
Egypt Freewill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife Wilma; three daughters, Brenda Evans of Ft.
Smith, Arkansas, Sandra Hopper and Donna Minnie both of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; one step-daughter, Kathy
Holt of Waldron, Arkansas; three sons, Jimmy Jones and David Jones both of Pine Bluff, Arkansas and
Steve Jones of Booneville, Arkansas; two sisters, Lola Ply of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and Emma Ellis of
Rison, Arkansas; one brother, B.J. Jones of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; eighteen grandchildren, one step
granddaughter, and twelve great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
8 December 1999
BERT (BUSTER) JONES
Bert (Buster) Jones, 66, of Waldron, Arkansas died Thursday,
December 2, 1999 in his home. He was a handyman and attended Harmony
Freewill Baptist Church.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 4
at Martin Funeral Chapel with burial at Lamb Cemetery in Waldron under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
He is survived by one sister, Verda Smith of Waldron, AR; one
brother, Burl Jones of Kokomo, Indiana; and two nieces, Ida Mae Smith
of Waldron and Karen Denise Jones of Kokomo, Ind.
The Waldron News
19 November 2003
BILL JONES
Bill Jones, 95, of Mansfield, Arkansas died Tuesday, November 11, 2003 in
a Waldron nursing home. He was a retired County Constable and cattleman,
and a member of the Oddfellows Lodge. He was preceded in death by his wife,
Medora Jones. Graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 14 at
Clarks Chapel Cemetery, Greenwood, Ark. with burial at Clarks Chapel Cemetery
in Greenwood, Ark. under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, Ark.
He is survived by one daughter, Fannie Morgan of Huntington, Ark; one sister,
Lora Bell Meeks of Sunray, Texas; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren
and several great-great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
4 January 2006
BOB JONES
Bob Jones, 76, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away in his home on Thursday, December 29, 2005. He was born July 5,
1929 in Waldron. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn. He was a farmer, a Baptist and a Navy veteran
of the Korean War. He is survived by one son, Don Jones of Waldron; one daughter, Linda Jones of Waldron;
five grandchildren, Ashli Silvey, Josh Jones, Matt Jones, Brittney Shafer and Lindsey Jones; and four
great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held on Monday, January 2, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Duncan Cemetery
in Waldron with burial under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood.
The Waldron News
4 August 2021
BOBBIE LYONETTE JONES
Bobbie Lyonette Jones age 78 of Gravelly passed away July 26, 2021 at Waldron Nursing Home. Bobbie was born January 3, 1943 in Bluffton, Arkansas to the late Othal & Rose Evans
Kendrick. She was a member of the Gravelly United Methodist Church and a poultry and cattle farmer. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Grady Ezeal Jones; son
Dennis Jones; brother, Tommy Kendrick; sister, Bettye Tucker; son-in-law, Randy Hollingsworth. Survivors include her children, Lanney Dale & Dawn Jones of Gravelly; Carolyn & Ken
Hastings of Stigler, OK.; Randy & Sheila Jones of Gravelly; sister-in-law, Eva Harrison of Bryant; grandchildren, Chrissy and Donald Trampp of Parks; Hannah & Jerad Owens of
Hindsville; Lyonette Hale & Austin Thomas of Ola; Charley Kay & Byron Mills of Tonitown; Ethan Jones of Gravelly; great-grandchildren, Lauren Trampp, Logan Trampp, Ashlynn Owens
and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 2:00 pm Friday, July 30, 2021 at Gravelly United Methodist Church with Bro. Lacy Minnie officiating. Burial will be at Parks
Cemetery in Gravelly. Pallbearers include Ethan Jones, Logan Trampp, Byron Mills, Austin Thomas, Donald Trampp and Steve Matheson. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville.
The Waldron News
15 August 2001
BOBBY JOE JONES
Bobby Joe Jones, 65, of Magazine, Arkansas died Tuesday, August 7,
2001 in a Fort Smith, Arkansas hospital. He was a member of Faith Pentecostal
Church of God in Paris, Arkansas.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9, 2001 at Faith
Pentecostal Church of God in Paris with burial at Carolan Cemetery in
Booneville, AR under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville,
Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Jones of the home in Magazine,
AR; two daughters, Debbie Jones of the home and Patricia Weaver of Paris,
AR; five sons Jody Jones of Houston, TX, Roy Jones of Ozark, AR, David Jones
of Leport, TX, J.L. Jones of Paris, AR and Wesley Jones of Paris, AR; three
sisters, Lou Scantling of Booneville, AR, Janie Waganer of Huntington, AR and
Pat Sehorn of Waldron, AR; and 12 grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Dennis Jones, Nicky Sehorn, Vernon Jones, Rich Mercer,
Tobe Waganer and Jay Weaver.
The Waldron News
4 July 2012
BRIAN JAMES JONES
Brian James Jones of Bates, Arkansas passed from this life Wednesday, June 27, 2012 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Brian
was born April 18, 1971 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Janice (Jones) Dedmon. Brian was 41 years, 2 months and 9 days
old. Brian married the love of his life Catherine on March 18, 1994. One of Brian's hobbies was his four wheeler, he
also loved fishing every time he got a chance on the Fourche River. Brian loved his girls, sons, and family most of
all. Like his family siad, "he was just a good man." Brian leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife Catherine of
the home, daughters Misterie Jons, Dynastie Jones, Legacie Jones, Journie Jones, Trynatie Jones; one son, Zakarie
Jones and one son, Dustin Thompson of the home. Brian is also survived by his parents, Janice Dedmon and step father
Eugene of Waldron, Arkansas; two sisters, Angie McLaughlin and husband Jack of Magnolia, Arkansas, Loretta Jordan and
husband Gary of Siloam Springs, Arkansas; four brothers, Anthony Dedmon of Waldron, Arkansas, Gene Ray Dedmon and wife
Shanda of Waldron, Arkansas, Keith Dedmon & wife Tracy of Mansfield, Don Jones and wife Cynthia of Waldron, Arkansas;
mother and father-in-law Earl Wayne & Barbara Thompson. Brian was loved and will be missed by a host of family and
friends. Brian is preceded in death by a daughter, Destanie Jones, maternal grandparents, F.L. and Olgia Jones, one brother
Morris Lee Jones. Brian's life celebration will be held at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, June 30, 2012 at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Brother Larry Free and Caleb Free, officiating. Interment will follow in
Kirk Cemetery in Cauthron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in
Waldron, Arkansas. Brian's pallbearers will be Harvey Parke, Jay Parker, Sierra Essman, Triston Deshazo, Stanley Sims and
Johnny Qualls. Brian's visitation will be Friday, June 29, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
19 September 2007
BUEL D. JONES
Buel D. Jones, 87, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Monday, September 10, 2007 in a Waldron, Arkansas hospital.
He was a Navy veteran of WWII and a carpenter. Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 12, 2007
at the Square Rock United Methodist Church with interment in the Square Rock Cemetery. He is survived by his
wife of 61 years, Irmajean Jones of the home; two daughters, Susan Jones Ray of Waldron, Arkansas and Mary Jones
Davidson of Waldron, Arkansas; one son, Donald Jones of Waldron, AR; four grandchildren, Jonette Duke, Kristy
Young, Kelly McQurry and Ben Davidson; four great-grandchildren, Shelbie Duke, Ashton and Logan Young, John
Kayden Davidson; one sister, Marie Ohaodan of Oklahoma City, OK; one brother, L.D. Jones of Taft, CA. Obituary
submitted by Martin Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
15 March 2000
CHARLES LEE JONES
Charles Lee Jones, 72, of Purcell, Missouri, formerly of Waldron, AR died Thursday,
March 9, 2000 in a Carthage, Missouri hospital. He was former owner of Jones
Slaughterhouse, was retired from the Fort Chaffee Fire Department and was a Navy
veteran. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 13 at the Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by his wife, Janice of the home;
one daughter, Susan Young of Cabot, Arkansas; one son, Larry Jones of Coppell,
Texas; one brother, Eugene Jones of Fort Smith, Arkansas; and three grandchildren.
The Waldron News
17 May 2006
CHESTER RAY JONES
Chester Ray Jones, 47, of Ione, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 8, 2006 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was
a truck driver and a member of the Waldron Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Funeral service was at
10:00 a.m. Friday, May 12, 2006 at the Waldron Kingdom Hall with interment in the French Prairie Cemetery
in Ione, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield, Arkansas. He is survived
by his wife, Candy Jones of the home; two daughters, Renee of the home and Shannon Sullivan of Booneville,
Arkansas; two sons, Jason Smith of Greenwood, Arkansas and Charlie LeCompte of Booneville, Arkansas; one
brother, Les Taylor of Mansfield, Arkansas; father, Kenneth Drewery of Mansfield, Arkansas, and four
grandchildren. Pallbearers were Charles Maxwell, Josh Sims, Mike Austin, Marvin Ward, Doug White and
Dale Charlson.
The Waldron News
30 September 1998
CLAY JONES
Clay Jones, 60, of Welch, Oklahoma died Monday, Sept. 21, 1998 in
his home after a sudden illness.
Mr. Jones was born April 28, 1938, in Scott County. He was a
Christian. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War, serving as a
paratrooper with the 81st Division. He retired from the Army after
receiving the rank of first sergeant.
He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct
Medal (five awards), Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign
Medal, Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, the Army
Commendation Medal, Master Parachutist Badge, Bronze Star, and the Armed
Forces Expeditionary Medal.
Survivors include a daughter. Paula Jones, of Dallas, Texas; a son,
Brad Jones, of Dallas, Texas; three sisters: Colleen Herrin, of Commerce,
Oklahoma, Willene Hutchens, of Waldron and Roberta Ornsby, of Moses Lake,
Washington; two brothers: Wendill Jones and Bill Jones, both of Waldron.
Joint services for Mr. Jones and his brother-in-law, Benjamin Dale
Herrin, was at 2.00 p.m.. on Friday at Thomas Funeral Home in Welch. The
Rev. Orville Moody and Brad Conham, pastor, will officiate. Burial will
be in Rogers Cemetery, west of Welch.
Pallbearers were Mike Mayfield, Danny Gibson, Rusty Jergenson and
Kevin Pitcher.
Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Northeastern
Oklahoma Veterans' Funeral Detail.
Thomas Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
5 October 2022
DAVID KELLON JONES
David Kellon Jones, 65, of Asheville, NC, died Thursday, September 22, 2022. He was born February 13, 1957 in Folkston, Georgia. He was the son of Billy and Janie Jones of Waldron,
Arkansas. He is survived by his parents, Billy and Janie Jones of Waldron; three brothers, Clyde (Lisa) of Crab Orchard, KY, Wade (Judy) of Waldron, and Rodney (Laura) of Gravelly, AR;
two sisters, Kathy (Neal) Martin of Waldron and Sandra (Steve) Tull of Waldron; 18 nephews, 4 nieces, and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one niece,
Suzannah (Callahan) Shores. David graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with a Master's degree in Accounting, after which he began working for Cochlear Corporation,
Englewood, Colorado. After a brief stint working for a newspaper in Key West, FL, he returned to Cochlear as their accounting manager. Besides managing their US accounts, he organized
and set up accounting methods for their worldwide operations. During his career with Cochlear he travelled worldwide, having addresses in Australia and England, and visiting several
other countries. After his retirement from Cochlear, David moved to Ponta Gorda, FL, where he worked part-time as an accountant for the Fort Myers Miracle, a minor league baseball
team affiliated with the Minnesota Twins. He moved to Asheville last fall, with plans to travel from there in his motor home. David enjoyed nature and traveling. He liked cats and
spent time adopting kittens from the Humane Society, nurturing them to health until suitable owners could be found. He willed that all his earthly possessions be donated to the
National Humane Society. In memory of David, the family asks that, instead of flowers, donations be made to the National Humane Society.
Scott County Times
4 August 2004
DEARL JONES
Dearl Marvin Jones, 76, of Waldron, Arkansas died July 29, 2004, Thursday, in a Waldron hospital. He
was a retired logger, member of the Jubilee Church, an Army veteran of the Korean War and was preceded
in death by a son, Tommy Dearl Jones and a father, Marvin Jones. Funeral services were held 2:00 pm
Monday, August 2, 2004 at the Jubilee Church with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery near Waldron,
Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife,
Icielee Jones of the home; three daughters, Becky Yandell, Paula Mendoza and Donna Jones all of Waldron;
one son, Leon Jones of Waldron; his mother, Ella Berry of Burnet, Texas; three sisters, Ruth Johnson of
Parker, CO, Rebbeca Qureally of Prescott, AZ, and Wonnell Sharratt of Maydank, Texas; one brother, Earl
Jones of Burnet, Texas; twelve grandchildren, Ashley Hogan of Ft. Smith, Trey Broomfield, Christopher
Jones, Craig, Derek, Mercy and Isaiah Mendoza, Justin and Tommy Jones, Chelsa Kellogg and Mystry McCullah
all of Waldron, Arkansas, McKinzie Farley of Magazine, Arkansas. Pallbearers were John Sanford, Steve
Hattabaugh, Emmett Barnett, Jerry Lassiter, Clyde Payne and Alvin Carnahan.
The Waldron News
14 March 2012
DELMAR G. JONES
Delmar G. Jones, 92, of Fort Smith, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at his home. Delmar was a World War
I veteran of the United States Army. Delmar is survived by three daughters, Wanda Linam-Nolte of Van Buren, Arkansas,
Mary Sue Jones of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Debra Murray and husband Stephen of Columbia, Tennessee; five grandchildren,
Christopher Linam, Vickie Partridge, Jason Brown, Zachary Brown, Elizabeth Brown; four great grandchildren, Mary Madison
Linam, Hunter Linam, Rachel Partrdige, Leah Partridge, one brother Olen Jones of California and a special friend Faye
Parr. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2012 at the Rye Hill Baptist Church with interment at
2:30 p.m. at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Visitation
was held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Rye Hill Baptist Church in Fort Smith, Arkansas.Pallbearers
were Zachary Brown, Cleve Linam, Laren Jones, Larry Tate, Charles Brown and Russell Brown. Memorial contributions can be
made to Rye Hill Baptist Church at 11512 Old Highway 71, Fort Smith, AR 72916 or to Called to Care, c/o Chaplain Cathy
Tisher, P.O. Box 890298, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73189-0298.
Resident Press
6 January 2021
DENNIS NELSON JONES
Dennis Nelson Jones, age 59, of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with the Lord, December 26, 2020. He was born June 16, 1961 to Bobbie and Ezeal Jones. Dennis was the oldest of four
children. Dennis loved the outdoors. He worked as a logger, poultry contractor, and a general contractor. He and his wife were owners of D&S Poultry Contractors. He is preceded in
death by his father Ezeal Jones. Dennis leaves behind to cherish his memories; his wife, Sherill Jones of the home, his children, Chrissy (Donald) Trampp of Keener, Arkansas, and
Hannah (Jerad) Owens of Hindsville, Arkansas, his mother Bobbie, brothers Lanney Dale (Dawn) Jones of Gravelly, Arkansas, Randy (Sheila) Jones of Gravelly, Arkansas, and sister Carolyn
(Ken) Hastings of Colcord, Oklahoma, three grandchildren, Lauren Trampp, Logan Trumpp, Ashlynn Owens, sister in law Sammye (Sheryl) Hudgens, brother in laws Shannon Hudgens and Sheldon
(Nicole) Hudgens, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dennis' life celebration will be held Monday, January 4, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating. Internment will follow at Parks Cemetery in Nola, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas. Dennis' pallbearers will be John MaKenzie, Gary Mead, Jeff Dillard, Matt White, Richie Root, and Mike Austin. Dennis' visitation will be Sunday, January 3, 2020 from
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
7 June 2000
DENVER B. JONES
Denver B. Jones, 83, of Waldron, Arkansas, died Monday, May 29, 2000 near Waldron. He was
born August 28, 1916 at Hon, Arkansas and married Kathryn Ashford on March 8, 1946. He was a
retired agriculture teacher for Waldron School System from 1950 to 1981. Mr. Jones was a
graduate of University of Arkansas, veteran of WWII, and a member of the Waldron United
Methodist Church. Mr. Jones served on the boards of Waldron Housing Authority and the Area
Agency on Aging. He was also a member of the Scott County Retired Teachers Association. Funeral
service was at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 1 at Waldron United Methodist Church with burial at
Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. He is
survived by his wife, Kathryn Ashford Jones; one daughter, Karen Jones of Mt. Pleasant, TX;
three sons and daughters-in-law, Rick & Mary Ann Jones of Baton Rouge, LA, Randy & Catherine
Jones of Memphis, TN and Rodney & Shena Kay Jones of Eagle River, Alaska; one sister, Clara
Adams of San Antonio, TX; and five grandchildren, Bryan, Jason, Sarah, Elizabeth and Matthew.
Pallbearers were Richard Crossett, Dan Laird, Ron Goddard, Terry Plummer, Harold Bergman, Don
Smith, Jim Regnier, Raymond Lankford, Cliff Dailey, Dutch Bliss, Joe Huie, Clyde Kennedy and
Roy Franklin. Memorial contributions may be made to Waldron United Methodist Church Fellowship
Hall Building Fund, c/o Martin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 786, Waldron, AR 72958.
The Waldron News
17 March 1999
DESTANIE SHYANN JONES
Destanie Shyann Jones, 2,of Waldron, died March 10, 1999 in Little
Rock. She was preceded in death by two great-grandfathers: Pete Page and
Earl D. Thompson.
Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 13, 1999 in
Bates Baptist Church with burial at Kirk Cemetery in Cauthron.
Survivors include her parents, Brian and Catherine Jones, of
Waldron; grandparents: Earl Wayne and Barbara Thompson and Eugene and
Janice Dedmon, all of Waldron; one sister, Misterie Jones, of Waldron;
one brother, Dustin Thompson, of the home; great-grandparents: Lester
and Olgia Eleen Jones, of Waldron, O.B. and Irene Beshears, of Waldron,
Dearl and Delma Settles, of Bancroft, Idaho, Joyce Page, of Waldron and
Dora Thompson, of Waldron; several aunts and uncles.
Pallbearers were Scott Thompson, Eric Thompson, Russell Parish
and Clint DeShazo.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
9 October 2013
DONALD HOWARD JONES
Donald passed away on September 28, 2013. He was born March 3, 1930 to Dimp and Hazel Jones and has one brother, Ronald Doss
Jones. Don has two children Melanie Jones and Kevin Jones, wife Sherry and three grandchildren, Emerald Baker, Karly Jones
and Katy Grace Jones. Don was a veteran of the United States Air Force where, as he put it, he spent his Korean War deployment
keeping a typewriter warm while sitting on a block of ice in Greenland. He was very appreciative of the Veterans Administration
during his illness and thanks them for their care. Don loved a good dance and was regularly found on the dance floors around
Ft. Smith and he had a particular fondness for Bob Wills and Big Band. To all his dance partners he fondly thanks you for
joining him in a waltz. Dad was also a founding member of the canoeing group Buffalo Buzzards, although it has been years since
he participated, some of our greatest memories were made on the river in an Old Grumman Canoe. While most of his ashes will be
buried in Lucas, a small amount will join us on a final trip down the Buffalo. He wanted everyone to know that mourning is not
in order for him as he had a good life and enjoyed everyone. If you know him, you know he loved people and treated everyone
kindly. He wanted to thank all for their friendships. Don will be buried at the Doss Cemetery in Lucas, Arkansas. He left
special orders as to where he is to be placed under a particular Pine Tree in the Cemetery. Dad had very fond memories of his
youth in Lucas and frequently spoke of the life and times of his neighbors there. Memorials at Allied Bank of Mansfield for
his granddaughter's education.
Scott County Times
16 March 2005
DONNA JEAN JONES
Donna Jean Jones, 69, of Parks, Arkansas, died Tuesday, March 8, 2005 in a Ft. Smith hospital. She was a
homemaker and attended the Waldron Church of the Nazarene. She was an artist and a member of the Garden
Club. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Marcella Jones Morgan. Funeral services were held at
10:00 am Saturday, March 12, 2005 at Waldron Church of the Nazarene with burial at Cedar Creek Cemetery in
Cedar Creek under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by her husband, Floyd
Jones of the home; four daughters, Trish and husband Jimmie Deer of Ft. Smith, Debora and husband Paris
Moreno of Houston, Texas, Christina and husband Bill Dyer of Norman, Oklahoma, and Ginger Rose of Waldron;
two sons, Larry and wife Jeri Jones and David and wife Laurie Jones all of Ft. Smith; two sisters, Vera
Mae and husband Wayne Emery of Waldron and Bonnie Evans of Phoenix, Arizona; one half-sister, Cathy Baker
of Phoenix, Arizona; one brother, Mike Castner of Phoenix, Arizona; fifteen grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Billy Hunt, Danny Rhyne, Eldred Tinder, Benny Newberry, Charlie
Watkins and Lyndy Holland. Honorary pallbearers were Fred Brigance, George Kelley, Ed Holley and
Gene Bullock.
The Waldron News
24 January 2018
DONNIE "DO GOOD" JONES
Donnie "Do Good" Jones, 68, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on January 18, 2018 at his home. He was born May 16, 1949 in Scott County, Arkansas to the late W.J. and Jewell (Trotter)
Jones. Donnie grew up in Waldron and lived life the way he wanted to. He loved being with his friends. He loved to fish, hunt, and play cards. He loved farming. Donnie is survived by
three children; Brian Jones of Waldron, Brandon Jones and wife Liz of Waldron, Amenda Naylor and husband Larry of Dardanelle, nine grandchildren; Austyn, Brody, Brooke, Jewelyn, Bryson,
Ashtyn, Brayden, Gemma, Taren and by two great-grandchildren; Chesnie and Phisher. Donnie is also survived by one sister, Linda Tallmadge of Fayetteville, and one brother Bill Jones of
Boothe. He is preceded in death by his parents. Pallbearers were Jeff Ridenhour, Travis Moore, Randy Powell, Freddie Ridenhour, Jerald Beaty and Roger Brigance. Honorary pallbearers
were Keith Oliver, Thomas Taylor, Ed Tallmadge, Pepper Mitchell, Jimmy Dale Soloman, Kenneth Ridenhour, Mondale Owens, Whiz Johnson, Sammy Harwell, Ricky Don Black, Kenneth Harris,
Billy (Smiley) Cross, Terry Denny, Bear Manning and Ed Travis. Funral was held 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial to follow at Trotter Cemetery
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
11 July 2007
DOROTHY MAE JONES
Dorothy Mae Jones, 79, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, June 29, 2007 in a Waldron nursing home.
She was a nurse and a member of the First Baptist Church of Waldron. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at the First Baptist Church of Waldron with interment at Sehorn Cemetery under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Homes. She is survived by her two sons, Rick Jones and his wife Kimberly
of Broken Arrow, OK, Herman Jones and his wife Regina of Oklahoma City, OK; three grandchildren, Ryan
Jones of Kansas City, Abby Jones and Paige Jones both of Oklahoma City; Aunt Lorene May; cousins, Marian
Marie Ward and Robert May; sister-in-law, Earlene Payne. Pallbearers were Rick Jones, Herman Jones, Ryan
Jones, John Ward, Robert May and Mark Ward. In lieu of flowers send contributions to Sehorn Cemetery Fund
or the Waldron Library.
The Waldron News
26 July 2006
DOUGLAS E. JONES
Douglas E. Jones, age 60, of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2006, surrounded by his family.
A celebration of his life was at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 8, at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens in Olathe,
Kansas. Online condolences may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com. Douglas was born January 28, 1946 in
Waldron, Arkansas. He belonged to the Baptist Church and was preceded in death by his father, mother, and
a brother. He is survived by two daughters, Lesli Jackson and husband Don of Olathe and Nicole Kirk and
husband Dusty of Olathe; sister, Frances Caenen of Tonganoxie, KS; brother, Leonard Jones of Waldron, AR;
three granddaughters, Mikaela, Lyndsey and Kyndall Jackson; and Vicki Jones, mother of Lesli and Nicole.
Pallbearers were Gary Caenen, Henry Caenen, Larry Caenen, Donald Jackson, Leonard Jones and Dusty Kirk.
Arrangements by D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel.
Scott County Times
24 December 2003
DOYLE GENE JONES
Waldron--Graveside services for Doyle Gene Jones, 70, of Waldron were held Thursday,
December 18, 2003 at Duncan Cemetery in Scott County under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Jones died December 13, 2003 at his home. He was preceded
in death by a son, Gary Jones. Survivors include his ex-wife, Lenora McElhaney of
California; three sons, Kenneth, Allan and Jeffrey all of California; a sister, Joyce
Conyers of Branch; six brothers, Delvis Jones of Boles, Charles Jones of Utah, J.D.
Jones, Sidney Jones Wendell Jones and James Jones all of California; seventeen
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The Waldron News
1 April 1998
EDWARD ATHAR JONES
Edward Athar Jones, of Mena died Saturday March 28, 1998 in the Rich
Mtn. Nursing Home. He was born January 9, 1911. His age being 87 years two
months and 19 days. Mr. Jones was the son of the late Benton Jones and
the late Darthula Jones. He made his home in Mena and Waldron all of his
life and was a log skidder in the timber industry.
Survivors include two daughters: Zada Windham and Linda Priddy,
both of Mena; one son, Athar Jones, of Coleman, Texas; one brother,
William Jones, of Merced, California; ten grandchildren and 13 great-
grandchildren and the mother of his children, Amy Jones, of Mena.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30 in
the Octavia Cemetery with Rev. Ed Rogers officiating. Arrangements are
under the direction of Hall Funeral of Mena.
Scott County Times
27 August 2003
EDYTH S. JONES
Waldron--Funeral services for Edyth S. Jones, 87, of Waldron were held Saturday,
August 23, 2003 at 3 pm at Waldron First Baptist Church. Burial followed at French
Prairie Cemetery at Ione under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Mrs. Jones died Thursday, August 21, 2003 in Poteau. She was the widow of Price
Jones, Jr., was a retired employee of Rice Furniture, and was a member and former
Sunday School teacher at Waldron First Baptist Church. Survivors include her son,
Scotty Jones and wife Anita of Poteau; four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
The Waldron News
2 February 2005
ELLA BERRY JONES
Ella Berry Jones, 92, of Burnet, Texas died January 24, 2005. A native of Sugar Grove, Arkansas she was born
March 24, 1912 the daughter of William and Susie Self Buffington. She moved with her family to Texas and was
a resident of the Lake Buchanan area until after the death of her husband, Marvin Jones. She then moved to
Plano, TX and later returned to Burnet. Graveside services were held on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at
Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, California with burial under the direction of Clements Wilcox Funeral Home
of Burnet. She is survived by three daughters, Wonnell Sharrett of Gun Barrel City, TX, Ruth Johnson of Parker,
Colorado, and Rebecca Queaty of Prescott, Arizona; son, Earl Jones of Burnet, Texas; sisters, Mabel Cunningham
of Friendship, AR, Dimplet Catleet of Gramdin, MO, Ann Crume of Valley Springs, CA and Magalene Smith of Vacaville,
CA; 22 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.
The Waldron News
7 February 2018
ELOISE WHITE JONES
Eloise White Jones passed away on February 3, 2018 at the age of 87 in Fort Smith. She was a member of James Fork Baptist Church in Mansfield. She was an avid Razorback fan and loved
listening to her Hogs on the radio. Eloise was born August 31, 1931 in Scott County, Arkansas to JB and Bess Hawkins. Our loss is heaven's gain as she joins those who've gone before
her including the father of her children, George "Pete" White, parents JB and Bess Hawkins, brothers; Hershel, Benoise, Cecil and Theo, sister Freeda Rose and her son-in-law Ronnie
Raible. She is survived by her son Douglas White and wife Kathy of Parks, Arkansas, daughter Twana Troutt and husband Danny of Harrison, Arkansas, daughter Claudette Raible of Fort
Smith, Arkansas, sister Bonnie Sue Eddins and husband Wade of Hot Springs, Arkansas, brother Harlan Hawkins of Owasso, Oklahoma, and sister-in-law June Horton of Greenwood, Arkansas.
"Granny" is survived by her grandchildren Dougie White, Kim Bowerman, Dal White, Shanna Troutt, Kerri Hester, Daniel White, Alycia Hart, Kyle Raible and Dakota White. She has 11 great-
grandchildren. Rejoice with us as we celebrate the solid rock of our family and her restored vision and pain free eternal life. A special thank you to North Hall caregivers at Methodist
Health and Rehab for all their loving support by going above and beyond to provide excellent care. Thank you also to Peachtree Hospice for their guidance and support. Services will be
held 11:00 a.m. Monday February 5, 2018 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Buffalo Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers will
be Kyle Raible, Dal White, Chris Hart, Brent Hester, Jeff Bowerman and Daniel White. Honorary pallbearers are Dougie White, Eddie Hawkins, Wade Eddins, Danny Troutt and Larry White.
The Waldron News
31 December 2008
EMMA M. JONES
Emma M. Jones, 95, of Independence, Missouri passed away Monday, December 22, 2008 at the Carmel Hills
Living Center. She is survived by her daughters Patsy Croft and Doris Dohrn both of Kansas City, Mo., and Linda
Loyd and husband Jim of Waldron, AR; 11 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband Phinous, sons, Louie Don and Larry, and granddaughter Sondra. Funeral
service was 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 29, 2008 at the Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church with interment in the
Parks Cemetery in Nola, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR.
Scott County Times
31 March 2004
EVELYN JONES
Evelyn N. Jones, 73, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, March 27, 2004 in Waldron. She was a
retired hatchery worker and a Baptist. Graveside service was held 2:00 pm Monday, Marhc 29, 2004 an
Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, arrangements made under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron,
Arkansas. She is survived by her husband, Bob; one daughter, Linda Jones of Waldron; one son, Don
Jones of Walrdon; two brothers, John Reed of Waldron and Rodale Reed of Greenwood; five grandchildren,
Ashli Silvey, Josh Jones, Matt Jones, Britney Shafer and Lindsey Jones; four great-grandchildren,
Zach Jones, Ben Jones, Jaden Silvey and Dameon Jones. Pallbearers were Matt Jones, Josh Jones, Jeto
Piles, Ed Nelson, Harold Owens and Ricky Owens.
The Waldron News
14 September 2016
EZEAL JONES
Ezeal Jones age 91 of Gravelly passed away Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Chambers Memorial Hospital. Ezeal was born November 27, 1924 in Gravelly, AR to
the lat Walter & Viola Parker Jones. He was a poultry & cattle farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Troyce and Farris Jones; sisters,
Gladys McConnell & Callie Hutchens; son-in-law, Randy Hollingsworth. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Bobbie Kendrick Jones; children, Dennis &
Sherrill of Waldron; Lanney & Dawn Jones of Gravelly; Carolyn & Ken Hastings of Colcord, OK; Randy & Sheila Jones of Gravelly; grandchildren, Chrissy &
Donald Trampp of Keener; Hannah & Jerad Owens of Greenwood; Lyonette & Matt Carpenter of Havana; Charley Kay & Byron Mills of Springdale; Ethan Jones of
Gravelly; great-grandchildren, Lauren Trampp, Logan Trampp and Ashlynn Owens; sister, Eloise Hunnicutt of Russellville; sister-in-law, Betty Jones of
Wing; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 10 am Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at the United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Parks
Cemetery in Gravelly. Pallbearers include Donald Trampp, Matt Carpenter, Byron Mills, Logan Trampp, Ethan Jones, Billy Tucker and Steve Matheson.
Scott County Times
12 March 2003
F.L. JONES
F.L. "Bill" Jones, 79, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, March 8, in his home.
He was a retired furniture factory worker, veteran of WWII, and member of the
V.F.W.
Graveside services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, with burial at
Pilot Prairie Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by one daughter, Janice Dedmon of Waldron, AR; two sons, Don
Jones and Morris Lee Jones, both of Waldron, AR; two sisters, Willine Hutchens
of Waldron and Roberta Ormsby of Moses Lake, WA; one brother, Wendell Jones of
Waldron, AR; nine grandchildren, Glynna Hood, Morgan Woodard, Josh Woodard,
Anthony Dedmon, Angie Dedmon McLaughlin, Brian Jones, Keith Dedmon, Gene Ray
Dedmon and Loretta Dedmon.
Pallbearers were Gene Ray Dedmon, Keith Dedmon, Anthony Dedmon, Jack McLaughlin,
Tommy Metcalf and Stanley Sims.
The Waldron News
5 July 2017
FAYE D. JONES
Faye D. Jones, 84, of Mansfield, Arkansas joyfully went to be with the Lord June 26, 2017. She was born in Cardiff, Arkansas to Jack and Freida Richmond who preceded her in death,
also preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Thurman (Sam) Jones, her beloved son Gerald Jones, her sisters, and a granddaughter Paige Jones. She is survived by her son
Lauren and his wife Nancy Jones of Jasper, Arkansas, one daughter Sharon Khilling and her husband John of Mansfield, Arkansas Daughter-in-law Terry Jones of Fayetteville, Arkansas five
grandchildren; Cody Jones and wife Gwen, Zachary Jones and wife Amanda, Heather Melgar and husband Eden, Ashley Little and husband Chris, Brooke Smith and husband William, ten great
grandchildren; Orion, Zaiden, Savannah, Merrick, Joey, Lexi, Lexy, Will, Jay and Hunter. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors in Business Administration and was employed as the
Director of Administration and Support Services at UAFS, and was a Juvenile Probation Officer with Crawford County. She was devoted to her family and friends, caring for her disabled
husband, and assisting in the care of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her interests included reading, gardening and embroidery. She was a devout member of the Church of Christ
since 1946. Graveside funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday June 28, 2017 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Donations can be made in her
memory to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eigth Avenue 7th Floor New York, NY 10001.
Scott County Times
7 February 2001
FRED JONES
Fred Columbus Jones, 92, of Mena passed away February 1, 2001, in
Mena. He was born June 14, 1908 in Nella, Arkansas, to the late George
Robert Jones and the late Mattie Clarie Hill Jones. On June 23, 1935, he
was united in marriage to Lois Lillian Bowen in Denton, Arkansas. He
served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded two bronze stars.
Mr. Jones was a deacon of the Calvary Baptist Church and was retired
from the U.S. Forest Service. Mr. Jones was a farmer and a loving husband,
father, brother, uncle and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife, Lois Jones of Mena, Arkansas; two sons,
Robert and his wife Donna Jones of Acorn, Arkansas, Bill Jones of Tonti-
town, Arkansas; two daughters, Pat and her husband Odell Staggs of Waldron
and Pamela and her husband Robert Pipkin of Mena; one brother, Marvin Jones
of Mena; one sister, Audrey Mills of Waldron; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-
grandchildren; and a host of friends.
Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Charlie
Jones and his sister Maudie Forrest.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 3, 2001 at 3 pm in the
Beasley-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Terry Dwiggins officiating.
Burial will follow in the Owens Chapel Cemetery under the direction of the
Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were William Pate, Bruce Staggs, Dean Jones, Scott Kincade,
Calvin Jones, Robert Hetland, Bobby Bunyard and Roger Metcalf.
The Waldron News
14 December 2011
GERALD JONES
Gerald Jones, 57, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2011. He was a member of the
Waldron Road Church of Christ in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He spent the last 30 plus years as the Service Manager for
Fitzhugh Communications, Muzak Corporation. Gerald was an avid guitarist, song writer, loved cooking, enjoyed the
outdoors, and the Arkansas Razorbacks. Gerald shared his life and the love for life with generosity and loyalty as
is evident by his many family and friends that rallied around him. Gerald is survived by his son Cody Jones of
Chicago, Illinois; mother, Faye Jones of Fort Smith, AR; brother Lauren Jones and wife Nancy of Broken Arrow, OK;
sister Sharon Khilling and husband John of Mansfield, AR; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Gerald was preceded in death by his daughter, Paige Jones, and his father Thurman (Sam) Jones. Funeral services were
held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2011 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment that followed in the
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Viewing was Friday, December
9, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers are Lauren Jones, Zachary Jones, Mark Radcliff,
Michael Murphy, Jason Fitzhugh and Kevin Santos.
The Waldron News
8 July 1998
ICIE JONES
Icie Jones, 92, of Waldron, died Tuesday, June 30, 1998 in a local
nursing home. She was a homemaker and a member of the Waldron First
Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by one son, James Jones.
Funeral service was held at 10:00 .m. on Friday, July 3 in the
Waldron First Baptist Church with burial at Sehorn Cemetery in Winfield.
Survivors include one daughter, Mary Frances Caenen, of Tonganoxie,
Kansas; two sons: Leonard Jones, of Waldron and Douglas Jones, of Olathe,
Kansas, six grandchildren: Terri Hattabaugh, of Booneville, Justin Jones,
of Booneville, Leslie Jones, of Olathe, Kansas, Nicole Jones, of Lees
Summit, Missouri, Larry Caenen, of Tonganoxie, Kansas and Gary Caenen, of
Randall, Kansas; two great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Leonard Jones, Douglas Jones, Justin Jones, Henry
Caenen, Gary Caenen and Larry Caenen.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
13 June 2007
ICIELEE JONES
Icielee Jones, 70, of Waldron, Arkansas died Tuesday, June 5, 2007 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a retired
line worker for Tyson Foods and a member of the Jubilee Church. Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. Saturday,
June 9, 2007 at Jubilee Church with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery in Waldron, AR under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. She is survived by three daughters, Becky Yandell, Paula Mendoza and
Donna Farley, all of Waldron, AR; one son, Leon Jones of Waldron, AR; three sisters, Rose Ann McNutt of Arkoma,
Helen Marsh of Waldron, AR and Wanda Lecompete of Booneville, AR; one brother, Harold Canada of Waldron, AR;
and 12 grandchildren. Pallbearers, Jerry Lassiter, David Miller, Max Smith, Alvin Carnahan, Emmett Barnett
and Randy Scott. Honorary pallbearers were her grandchildren.
Scott County Times
20 June 2001
JAMES JONES
James Andrew Jones, 21, of Harvey, Arkansas died June 16, 2001 in Keener,
Arkansas. He was a graduate of Waldron High School and was a recent member of
the Army.
Graveside services were held at 10 am June 19, 2001 at Chant Cemetery
in Y-City with burial following under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
He is survived by his fiancee Valarie Stovall of Waldron; his parents,
Emma and James (W.T.) Jones of Harvey; his grandparents, John and Charlotte
Wiles of Nola and Nancy Angeline Cox of Pencil Bluff, Arkansas; three sisters,
Christina Ibarra, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Angela Devecka, Hickman Air
Force Base, Hawaii and Charlene Rassmussen, Salt Lake City, Utah; and one
brother, Anthony J. Jones of Fort Stuart, Georgia.
The Waldron News
3 February 1999
JERRY WAYNE JONES
Jerry Wayne Jones, 57, died Jan. 31, in his home. He was a
United States Air Force veteran of Viet Nam. Mr. Jones drove a truck
for Parker Henifen Truck Company for seventeen years. Mr. Jones was
also a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Funeral services was from 10 a.m. Feb. 2 at the Pleasant Grove
Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Finwick, with burial in Masonic Cemetery
in Abilene, under the direction of Lawrence-Adams Funeral Home.
Survivors include his wife, Lil Jones of Anson; one son, Curtis
Jones of Midland; three daughters, Chandra Martinez, Sue Wilhoit and
Kathy Young all of Fort Worth; a step-father, Elmer Hestand of Merkel;
four sisters, Joyce Green of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Barbara Bonny of
Berea, Kentucky, Sherry Spencer and Brenda Blanton both of Waldron;
nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents (Myrtie Jones Hestand and
Richard Jones), one daughter (Connie Hodge), and one brother (Marion
Jones.)
The Waldron News
24 July 2013
JEWELL TROTTER JONES
Jewell Trotter Jones, 87, departed from this life on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at her home in Waldron. She was born June 4,
1926, the eighth of nine children to S.R. (Buster) and Rose Etta Trotter in Boothe, Arkansas. She was married to W.J. Jones
for 64 years until his death March 8, 2011. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Tallmadge of Waldron; two sons, Donnie
(Do-Good) Jones of Waldron, Bill Jones of Boothe; one sister Bonita Farmer of Irving, Texas; 9 grandchildren, which include
Brian and Brandon Jones, Amenda Beaty, Amber Tallmadge, Courtney Johnson, Erik and Lance Jones, Emily Miller and Nicholas
Jones; 13 great-grandchildren: Brooke Yandell, Jewelyn Beaty, Austin, Bryson, Brody Jones, Lucky, Felicia, Tristan and
Tyler Jones, Walker and Townes Johnson, Jonas and Caroline Tallmadge, 2 great-great grandchildren, Phisher and Chesnie Brown.
In addition to her husband and parents, Jewell was preceded in death by her sisters: Oneta Dehart, Hariett McDaniel, Nadine
Harewl and four brothers: Arvel, Aulton, Olus and L.A. Trotter. Jewell was both a polio and cancer survivor having been
stricken in 1952 with polio and in 2002 with cancer. She maintained a positive attitude through all her adversities and
uplifted her family. She was an excellent cook and left a legacy of memories to sustain her family during these sad times.
Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Trotter
Cemetery in Boothe, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Visitation was Friday, July 19, 2013
from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Pallbearers were James White, Terral Robertson, Willie Self,
Billy Ray Johnson, Jeff and Freddie Ridenhour. Honorary pallbearers were Scott County Department of Home Health and Hospice
Staff.
The Waldron News
28 September 2016
JOANN CHAMBERS JONES
JoAnn Chambers Jones, born March 13, 1933, left this world on September 19, 2016 for eternal peace. JoAnn was a businss owner during her life and
dedicated much of her time to family and caring for elderly family members. She was our rock and our strength, a devoted mother and friend who
will be greatly missed and always cherished. She was preceded in death by her parents Clyde and Dorothy (Johnson) Chambers, brother Donald,
daughter Linda, two grandsons and a granddaughter. She is survived by her husband Bill Dedmon of Waldron, daughters Janece Morehead, Lisa Smiley
and Sandra Unangst of Fort Smith, Viki Ramsey of Van Buren and Deanne Tristan of Azle, Texas; sons Alan Smiley of Lakeland, Florida and Aaron
Smiley of Mechanicsville, Maryland; 24 grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren and close friend Lorene Davis. Visitation will be Thursday,
September 22, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday Septembr 22, 2016
at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial to follow at Square Rock Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funral Home.
The Waldron News
23 September 2015
KATHRYN JEANETTE "ASHFORD" JONES
Kathryn Jeanette "Ashford" Jones, 91, of Waldron, Arkansas died Thursday, September 17, 2015 in Waldron, Arkansas. She was born in the family home just outside of Waldron, Arkansas on
February 17, 1924. Kathryn married Denver B. Jones on March 8, 1946. She was a loving housewife, mother and homemaker, running a childcare business out of her home for over 30 years,
keeping children of children she helped raise. Kathryn graduated from Waldron High School in 1942 and was a member of Waldron United Methodist Church. She was a member of the County
Extension Homemakers Club. Kathryn was one of the original "Rosie the Riveters" joining with her best girlfriend Hazel Frost, to journey to Oklahoma City in 1944 where they worked at
an airplane factory till the end of the war. Kathryn was the only daughter of Wilson and Tosia Ashford's seven children. Visitation for the public was held Sunday, September 20, 2015
at Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas from 3pm to 6pm. Funeral Services were the following day, Monday, September 21, 2015 at 11 am in the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial
at Duncan Cemetery immediately following under the direction of Martin Funeral Homes of Waldron, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Denver B. Jones. She
is survived by one daughter Karen Jones of Waldron, AR and three sons and daughters-in-law: Rick & Mary Ann Jones of Baton Rouge, LA, Randy and Cathy Jones of Collierville, TN, Rodney
and Shena Jones of Eagle River, AK. Kathryn is also survived by five grandchildren: Elizabeth Cagle of Tallassee, AL, Matthew Jones of Appleton, Wisconsin, Bryan Jones of Port Allen,
LA, Sarah Romero of Baton Rouge, LA and Jason Jones of Baton Rouge, LA and three great-grandchildren: Jude, Jesse and Zephrym. Memorial contributions may be made to Waldron United
Methodist Church Fund or the Duncan Cemetery Fund c/o Martin Funeral Home, PO Box 786, Waldron, AR 72958.
The Waldron News
10 February 2010
KELTON ELOYD JONES
Kelton Eloyd Jones, 84, of Fort Smith, Arkansas passed away on Monday, February 1, 2010 in a Barling
nursing home. Eloyd is survived by three daughters, Patricia L. Deer of Greenwood, Arkansas, Deborah
J. Moreno of Houston, Texas, Christina G. Dyer of Greenwood, Arkansas; three sons, Stephen W. Jones of
Arlington, Texas, Larry E. Jones and David L. Jones both of Fort Smith, Arkansas. He is also survived
by 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one brother, Robert Elmo Jones of Lodi, California. He
is preceded in death by his wife Donna Jean Castner-Jones, two daughters Ginger Marie Rose-Jones, Marcella
Ruth Morgan-Jones; 11 brothers and sisters and his parents, Otis and Rosa Jones. Funeral services were at
2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Cedar Creek
Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Pallbearers were Gary Ashford, Mike
Gillooley, Robert Gillooley, Daniel Jones, Gary Jones and Ralf Bailes.
Scott County Times
29 October 2003
KENNETH JONES
Kenneth Richard Jones, 79, of Waldron, Arkansas died Sunday, October 26, 2003 in
a Waldron hospital. He was a retired water department supervisor, life time
member of Waldron Masonic Lodge, past patron of Mt. Fern Chapter #62 of Georgetown,
California, 32nd Degree Mason, Shriner of Ben Ali Temple of Sacramento, California,
member of Waldron Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. He is preceded in death by
a son, Kenneth Wayne Jones and a daughter, Retia Christine Judd. Memorial services
will be at 2:00 pm Thursday, November 6, at Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife, Mary K. Jones; two daughters, Patsy Sue Estey and
Theresa D. Jones both of Las Vegas, NV; four sisters, Joyce Green of Fayetteville,
Barbara Bonny of Berea, KY, Sherry Spencer and Brenda Blanton both of Waldron; two
brothers, Joe Ed Keith of Sacramento, CA and David Jones of Boles, Arkansas; and
several nieces and nephews; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
The Waldron News
24 March 2021
KIMBERLY R. JONES
Kimberly R. Jones, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on March 13, 2021 in Fort Smith. She was born February 13, 1963 in Tracy, California to Wendell and Ruth (Oakes) Jones. Kimberly
is survived by her mother Ruth Grissom of Manteca, California, one daughter Kayla Ferrera of Fruitland, Idaho, one brother, Kenneth McMullin of Manteca, California and by several other
family and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Wendell Jones, step-father, Charles Grissom, her Aunt Willene and by several other aunts, uncles and other family. A cremation
will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron.
The Waldron News
9 May 2007
LENA JONES
Lena Jones, 95, of Waldron, Arkansas was born September 14, 1911, passed on to meet the Lord on May 5, 2007
while residing in the Waldron Nursing Center. She was a sales clerk in clothing for many years. She enjoyed
meeting the public. A celebration of new life was at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at the Pilot Prairie
Church with interment in the Pilot Prairie Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is
survived by a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bud Phillips of Powell,
Wyoming and Paul Jones of Waldron, AR. Pallbearers were Jerrel Plummer, Danny Rhyne, Stanley Rhyne, Jerry
Bob Hutchins, Bill Hutchins, Darvin Hutchins and Mike Duncan. Honorary pallbearer was Wayne Johnson.
The Waldron News
1 May 2013
LENA ESTALENE JONES
Lena Estalene Jones of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Thursday, April 25, 2013 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded
by her loving family. Estalene was born August 10, 1930 to Radford House and Ola Mae (Crump) House in Waldron, Arkansas.
Estalene was 82 years, 8 months and 15 days old. In her earlier years, Estalene worked in Washington D.C. as a secretary.
When Estalene returned to Waldron she worked at Pinewood Nursing Home in the housekeeping department for many years. She
later worked as a home health aide. Estalene enjoyed reading, especially the Bible. She was always ready to go for an outing
to shop. Estalene was a warm and kind hearted person. Her true passion was the love for her family. She treasured her time
spent with each of them and the many memories made. Estalene leaves behin to cherish her memory, two daughters, Lana Chesnut
and husband Steve of Y-City, Arkansas and Leisa Gibbs and husband Mark of Lonoke, Arkansas, and one son, Jeff Jones and
wife Toni-Marie of Jefferson City, Missouri. Granny will forever be missed by her eight grandchildren: Shayne Gibbs, Tyler
Gibbs, Carrie Parsons, Brandon Chesnut, Josh Jones, Joey Jones, Carly Jones and Jared Jones, as well as her three great
grandchildren. Estalene is also survived by one sister, Melba Scott of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and one brother, Roger House and
wife Yalonda of Ashdown, Arkansas. Estalene will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives were impacted by
her including a host of friends and loved ones. Estalene is preceded in death by her parents, Radford and Ola Mae House and
one sister, Eula Clopton. Estalene's life celebration was at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 29, 2013 at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Mike Shaddon officiating. Interment followed in the Chant Cemetery in
Y-City, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Estalene's
pallbearers were Shayne Gibbs, Tyler Gibbs, Brandon Chesnut, Steven Chesnut, Jared Jones and Jason Parsons. Estalene's
visitation was Monday, April 29, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. until the funeral hour at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas.
The Waldron News
20 May 2020
LEONARD NEWTON JONES
Leonard Newton Jones passed from this life May 14, 2020 in Fort Smith, AR, he was 82 years old. He was a member of the Winfield Baptist Church, a hard worker, loving Husband, Father and
Poppa. He worked as a rancher, truck driver, feed mill and live haul for Tyson for many years. On June 29, 1958 he married his sweetheart Janice Marie Aynes, they enjoyed 62 years
together. He loved camping, hunting, fishing and gardening and spending time with family, friends and good country music. Leonard leaves behind to cherish his memory Janice, son Justin
and wife Tammy and grandson Cody Parks, Terri and granddaughter Jessica Hattabaugh of Waldron and Russelville, sister, Mary Francis and husband Henry Caenen and sister-in-law Vicky Jones
of Kansas and by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Icie Missouri Jones, brother James and Douglas Jones, and by many
aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held Monday May 18, 2020 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday May 18, 2020 at Martin
Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Sehorn Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Bruce Waddle, Dennis McCullom, Robert
Slagle, Miles Dozier, Kirk Owens, and Rodney Davis. Honorary pallbearers are Gary Clepper, Buzz Morris, Troy and Greg Aynes. He was a kind sole, big heart, would do anything he could do
to help someone, he could strike up a conversation with anybody. He will be gravely missed by all who knew and loved him. Due to regulations only 50 people will be allowed into the chapel
for the funeral service. A speaker will be setup outside so you can listen to the service in your vehicle.
Resident Press & The Waldron News
16 December 2020
LILLIAN LEONE (DONHAM) JONES
Lillian Leone (Donham) Jones of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Monday, December 7, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas. Lil was born August 20, 1931 in Waldron, Arkansas to
Estle (Jack) Donham and Harvey Ayline Eppler Donham. She was 89 years old. Lil was a longtime member of Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. Lil was married to the love of her life, Vernon
Jones, for 45 years. She retired from Waldron Furniture Factory where she was a seamstress. Lil was very talented in writing, poetry and artistry. Her love for animals led to her being
a rescuer and activist. She had many of her own pets and they had her heart. Lil leaves behind to cherish her memory her cousins: Jerrel Plummer, Brandi Plummer, Grant Plummer all of
Waldron, Arkansas, Greta Oldham Brown of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Danny Oldham of McKinney, Texas, Sandra Barron (Joe) of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Greg Sanders of Paris, Arkansas, Jordan Barron
of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Chandler Barron of Dallas, Texas and Clayton Hicks of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Lil will be missed by all who knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including
a host of friends and neighbors she loved dearly. Lil was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Jones, and parents, Jack Donham and Ayline Farnsworth, one infant brother, Lance Donham
and cousins: Terri Oldham Martin, Jean Plummer, Dean Jones, Richard Hicks and Norma Jones. Lil’s graveside life celebration will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the Mt.
Pleasant Cemetery (also known as Greenridge) near Waldron, Arkansas with Keith Holleman officiating. Interment will follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a humane society of your choice.
The Waldron News
25 November 2020
LUNEAL JONES
Luneal Jones was born in Mansfield, AR on December 2, 1918 to King and Laura Condry Hart. She passed away on November 18, 2020 in Fort Smith, AR at the age of 101 years old. Luneal was
preceded in death by her husband, E Ralph Jones, son E Ralph Jones, Jr., daughter Mabel Louise Jones Ball, her parents and three brothers and sisters. She is survived by daughter Mona Kay
White (Larry) of Witcherville, AR, three sons; Neil Jones (Margo) of Witcherville, AR, Jerry Jones (Susan) of Sierra Vista, AZ, Royce Jones (Margaret) of Mansfield, AR. She is also
survived by ten grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She attended First United Methodist Church in Mansfield. Luneal was blessed with a large family who loved her dearly. She devoted
her life to serving others in many areas including family, friends, church and civic organizations. Luneal will be remembered as a wonderful cook, homemaker, and caregiver. She loved
music and entertained her children and grandchildren with her great sense of humor. Visitation will be Friday November 20 ,2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in
Mansfield. Graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday November 21, 2020 at Coop Prairie Cemetery with Rev. Sheila Jones officiating. Burial will follow the service under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Mansfield United Methodist Church or to a charity of your choice.
The Waldron News
9 May 2007
MARION WRIGHT JONES
Marion Wright Jones, 63, of Piney Bay, Arkansas, died Friday, May 4, 2007 at her home. The daughter of Dr.
Harold and Elsie wright of Waldron, Arkansas, she was born March 17, 1944 at Little Rock, Arkansas. Survivors
include her husband of 43 years, Ronald Doss Jones; two sons, Michael Jones and his wife Lee of Wilsall,
Montana and Chris Jones and his wife Mitzi of Fort Smith, Arkansas; two grandsons, Simon and Felix Jones of
Fort Smith; sister Gail Davis of Piney Bay, Arkansas, and brother Craig Wright and his wife Debbie of Hartford,
Arkansas. A memorial service will be held at the Wesley United Methodist Church at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 6,
2007 with the Reverend Blake Bradford officiating. A time for fellowship with the family will follow in the
fellowship hall of the church. The family requests memorials be made to the Marion Jones Memorial Music Fund
at Wesley United Methodist Church, 300 North Cumberland, Russellville, Arkansas 72801.
The Waldron News
2 March 2016
MARY JONES
On February 23, 2016 Mary Katherine "Kathy" Jones entered into Heaven to spend eternity with the love of her life, Kenney Jones. She was born in Henderson County, Kentucky on June 5,
1927 and lived 88 beautiful years raising 4 children. She was a longtime resident of Georgetown, California and spent the last 20 years in Waldron, Arkansas. She left behind 1
daughter, Teresa Jones of Last Vegas; 5 grandchildren, Kathy O'Brian of Fort Smith, Trista Day and Nicole Harris of Las Vegas, Richard Judd and Priscilla Longshore as well as 8 great
grandchildren. She will be greatly missed as she was a kind, caring, loving individual who helped the Waldron community providing the Police Department with a K-9 dog. She was a
lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star. The surviving family will be having a celebration of life in her honor on Saturday, March 5th, 1 pm at her Waldron home.
The Waldron News
23 February 2022
MAY IRMAGEAN (HUGHES) JONES
May Irmagean (Hughes) Jones our Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend to many, passed away on February 6, 2022. She was born a snowy day on January 16, 1926 to
Vander and Chloe Hughes of Waldron, Arkansas, whom preceded her in death, along with her husband of 61 years Buel D. Jones, a brother Charles Edward Hughes and a grandson John Russell
Ray. She is survived by her twin sister, Faye Imogean Young of Prescott, AR, son Donald Jones (Terri) of Waldron, 2 daughters Susan Ray (John) of Waldron and Mary Davidson of Siloam
Springs. 4 grandchildren: Jonette Moses (Brock) of Booneville, Kristy Young (Matt) of Waldron, Ben Davidson of Siloam Springs and Kelli McCurry (Josh) of Waldron as well as 8 great
grandchildren: Shelbie Ray, Ashton Young, Logan Young, Raylan McCurry, Clayton McCurry, Kayden Davidson, Kylie Davidson and Baylee Moses. Irmagean was a lifelong member of the Square
Rock Methodist Church, Square Rock Home Demostration Club, she and her husband Buel were founding members of the Scott County Drifters square dancing club, she lead the North Waldron
4-H Club, along with sponsoring the Waldron Jr. Riding Club. She enjoyed time spent with her friends and fellow members of the Green Ridge Quilters. Irmagean will be remembered for
selfless giving, warm heart and gentle smile. She was a homemaker, gardener, seamstress and cattle farmer. She tended to her cows, raised parakeets and enjoyed being hospitable to
others, always making family and friends feel welcome in her home. She always spoke with kindness and words of advice, such as "Be careful and watch out for those other folks".
Irmagean's memorial life celebration will be at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at the Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Roger Rice officiating. Interment will
follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Square Rock Cemetery,
c/o Arvest Bank, 181 Hwy 71 Bypass, Waldron, AR 72958.
Scott County Times
23 August 2000
MINNIE JONES
Minnie Marie Jones, 102, of Waldron died Friday, August 18, 2000 in a Waldron nursing home.
She was a homemaker, member of Waldron First Baptist Church, former Sunday School teacher,
member of the home demonstration club. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry Jones;
one son, Price Jones; one daughter, Anna Hawthorne; one granddaughter, Linda Jones Oliver.
Funeral services were held at 3 pm Monday, August 21, 2000 at the Waldron First Baptist Church
with burial at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Booth, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home. She is surived by one daughter-in-law, Edyth Jones of Waldron; her grandchildren and
spouses, Anna Jean and J.D. Sims of Waldron; Carl and Florence Dewitt of Alma, Arkansas,
Darrell and Melva Dewitt of Booneville, Arkansas, Clydene and James Hughes of Waldron, and
Scotty and Anita Jones of Fort Smith, Arkansas; 14 great-grandchildren and 12 great-
great grandchildren.
Scott County Times
4 February 2004
MORICE "MORRIS" LEE JONES
Waldron--Morice "Morris" Lee Jones, 47, of Waldron died Friday, January 30, 2004
in a Waldron hospital. He was a sawmill worker and a member of the Waldron
Pentecostal Church of God. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis
Lester "Bill" Jones and Olgia Aylene Wright Jones. Cremation was under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Survivors include a sister, Janice Dedmon of
Waldron; a brother, Lester D. Jones of Waldron; a nephew, Brian James Jones of
Waldron; and several nieces and nephews.
Scott County Times
1 November 2000
NELLIE JONES
Nellie Naomi Jones, 81, of Waldron died Saturday, October 28, 2000
in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a Baptist and a homemaker. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Bill Jones and one son, Kenneth Sledge.
Funeral services were held at 10 am on Tuesday, October 31, 2000
at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Pleasant Grove #3
Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Judith and Roy
Coyle of Waldron, six grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Eugene Chrisman, Verdell Wagner, Tim McCurter,
Tommy Brown, Tommy Starr and Tommy Gene Starr.
The Waldron News
1 April 2015
OLEN JONES
Olen Jones passed away March 18, 2015. Olen was born in Waldron, AR on April 4, 1930, the youngest of William and Lue Ella's 8 children. Brothers Chester, Charlie, Delmer, Elmer,
Sam, Vernon and sister Ruby all preceded him in death. He moved to California in 1953. He married Lupe Estrada in 1959. He lived in Huntington Park, CA until his death. Olen was
a devout Jehovah's Witness and is survived by his dear wife Lupe, son David, daughter-in-law Leyla, grandson David and numerous nieces and nephews.
The Waldron News
7 January 1998
PAUL JONES
Paul Jones, 85, of Waldron died Monday, December 29, 1997 in a
Waldron hospital. He was retired from Amaco Oil Co., a veteran of WWII,
and a member of Pilot Prairie Presbyterian Church.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31,
1997 in Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in
Waldron.
He is survived by his wife, Lena, of the home; one sister, Jean
Jones, of San Diego, California; one brother, Raymond Jones, of La Mesa,
California; several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Max Smith, Glen Dale Sparks, Ed Slaughterbeck,
Jerrell Plummer, W.W. "Dick" Davis, and Don Smith.
Honorary pallbearers were Farris Jones, Ezell Jones, Callie (Jones)
Hudgens and Willene (Jones) Hudgens.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
25 July 2001
RUBY MAE JONES
Ruby Mae Jones, 73, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, formerly of Waldron,
Arkansas, died Friday, July 20, 2001 in a Broken Arrow nursing home. She
was a retired dental receptionist and a Baptist.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at Martin
Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with burial at Duncan Cemetery in
Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron,
Arkansas.
She is survived by one daughter, Janie Gonzalez of Broken Arrow,
Oklahoma; two sisters, Phyllis Jones of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Veletta Richey
of Vian, Oklahoma; two grandchildren, Kenneth Gonzalez and Audra Gonzalez-Huynh;
and two great grandchildren, Hailey Gonzalez and Blake Gonzalez.
The Waldron News
6 June 2007
SIDNEY R. JONES
Mr. Sidney R. Jones, 78, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, May 24, 2007 at his home. He was born
June 25, 1928 in Mena, Arkansas to the late John Stout Jones and Mary Helen Foley Jones. He was united in
marriage to Ina Ryals. He worked for the fire department and was a loving husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and friend. He is survived by his wife Ina Jones of the home; one son, Mitch
Odom and wife Debbie of Femley, NV; grandchildren Amie, Eric and Justin Odom; one sister, Wanda Sue Guttry;
one brother, John William Jones and wife Ginger; one sister-in-law, Bobbie Jones; and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, John and Mary Jones; two sisters, Callie Meeks and Anna
Pearl Jones and a brother, Tommy Ray Jones. Graveside services were held Friday, May 25, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at
Highland Cemetery in Cherry Hill under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Honorary
pallbearers were John Erman, Joe Erman, Doug Jones, Tommy Ward, John David Ryals, Clayton Wallace and Robert
Abernathy.
Scott County Times
17 December 2003
VERNA DEAN JONES
Verna Dean Hicks Jones, age 78, died Friday, December 12, 2003 at Mercy Hospital of
Scott County in Waldron, Arkansas. She was born at Greenridge east of Waldron on
September 15, 1925, and was preceded in death by her parents, Eula (Donham) & Cecil
Hullinger, infant daughter Linda Elizabeth Hicks, husband of 20 years, A.C. Hicks,
who died in 1962 and husband of 27 years, W.B. Jones, who died in 1990. She was a
homemaker, home health nurse, and a member of Pilot Prairie Cumberland Presbyterian
Church. Survivors include a son, Richard Hicks of Tulsa, a daughter, Sandra Hicks
Barron and husband Joe of Fort Smith, 4 grandsons, Clayton Hicks of Tulsa, Greg
Sanders and wife Marilyn of Paris, Jordan Barron and Chandler Barron of Fayetteville,
a great-grandson, Cole Sanders of Paris, a cousin, Lillian Jones of Waldron and
cousins and faithful caregivers Jean, Jerrel and Brandi Plummer of Waldron. Memorial
service was 11:00 am Monday, December 15, 2003 at Pilot Prairie Cumberland Church in
Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Private burial was at Mt. Pleasant
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Fund, c/o Martin Funeral Home,
P.O. Box 786, Waldron, Arkansas 72958, or to the charity of the donor's choice.
The Waldron News
9 January 2008
VIRGIE JONES
Virgie Jones, 87, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Sunday, December 30, 2007 in a Waldron nursing home. She joined
her husband, Gaylord Jones and son, Gaylon Dale Jones in heaven. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January
2, 2008 at the Harvey Assembly of God Church with interment in the Parks Cemetery at Nola, Arkansas under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by six children, Ola Faye Moore of
Paris, Arkansas, Shirley Yandell of Briggsville, Arkansas, Shelby Lewis of Aly, Arkansas, Nelda Lunsford of
Waldron, Arkansas, Gaylon Jones of Waldron, Arkansas, Glenda Oglesby of Stonewall, Oklahoma; 20 grandchildren and
a host of great and great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Clint Lunsford, Aaron Jones, James Yandell, J.L.
Yandell, Oglesby and Gaylon Jones. Honorary pallbearer was Jerry Butler.
The Waldron News
16 May 2007
WENDELL JONES
Wendell Jones, 72, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 7, 2007 in a Waldron, Arkansas hospital. He
was a retired foreman in a glass factory and a Navy veteran. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 14,
2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Parks Cemeter in Nola, Arkansas under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home. He is survived by one daughter, Kim Jones of Waldron, Arkansas; one
son Kenneth W. McMullin of Manteca, CA; two sisters, Willene Hutchens of Waldron, AR and Roberta Omsby of
Anchorage, Alasak; one granddaughter, Kayla Ruth Ferrera of Waldron, AR; three step grandchildren, and two
step-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Glen Dale Sparks, Kenny McMullin, Wayne Horn, Eugene Dedmon,
Les Curtis and Cory Milligan. Honorary pallbearers were Eric Simpson, Charles Grissom, Devin Curtis, Jimmy
Fredrickes, Michael O'Gorman and Alexander Housewright.
The Waldron News
2 December 1998
WILLIAM BILL JONES
William Bill Jones, 95, of Heavener died Nov. 29 in Poteau,
Oklahoma. He was a former resident of Bates, Arkansas and attended
the Assembly of God Church in Bates, Arkansas.
Graveside services were from 10 a.m. Dec. 1 at the graveside
with burial at Memorial Park in Heavener, Oklahoma under the
direction of Dowden Funeral Home of Heavener.
He was preceded in death by son, Billy Watkins.
Survivors include: one daughter, Barbara Watkins of Heavener;
two grandchildren, Julie Ann Watkins and Joey Watkins; 6 great-
grandchildren.
The Waldron News
14 December 2016
WILLIAM JONES
William Charles Jones, better known as "Billy" passed from this life, Monday, December 5, 2016 in Waldron, Arkansas. Billy was born May 11, 1979 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to William P. Jones and Sueann M. Jones. He was 37 years, 6 months and 24 days old. Billy was a quiet man. He enjoyed tinkering with cars. He also loved working on motors and lawn mowers. Billy leaves behind to cherish his memory, his children: Ashleigh Jones, and Jeremy Jones both of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Dominique Sue Jones, and Nicholas Jones both of Ludington, Michigan, his parents Sueann Ready of Fort Smith, Arkansas and William and Marilyn Jones of Waldron, Arkansas, sister April Turner and Partner Robert Atkins of Fort Smith, Arkansas, brother Shawn Jones and wife Tabitha of Fort Smith, Arkansas, sister Vicky Boren and husband Andy of Waldron, Arkansas, brother Rick Perry and wife Gabby of Ludwic, Georgia, brother Chris Perry of Booneville, Arkansas. as well as maternal grandmother Annette Stranger of Ludington, Michigan. Billy will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives were impacted by him, including several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Billy was preceded in death by grandmother Nancy McEntire and husband Dan, and grandfather Charles Jones. Billy's memorial life celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
16 March 2011
WILLIAM JAMES JONES
William James (W.J.) Jones, 87, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at his home
in Waldron. He was born at Tate, Arkansas on February 15, 1924 to Jonas and Bertie (Gallimore) Jones and was of the
Baptist faith. His career included working at the Waldron Furniture Manufacturing Corporation, Arkansas Valley
Industries and the Big Pine and Waldron Lumber companies along with the Scott County Livestock Auction. He enjoyed
fishing, collecting old coins, listening to country music and spending time with family and friends. He was a veteran
of World War II serving from 1943 to 1946 in the South Pacific. Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years Jewell
Trotter Jones of the home; two sons, Donnie Gene (Do-Good) of Waldron, Arkansas and Bill of Boothe, Arkansas; one
daughter Linda Tallmadge of Waldron; nine grandchildren, Brian Jones, Amenda Beaty, Brandon Jones and Liz of Waldron,
Arkansas, Amber Tallmadge, Courney and Ben Johnson of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Eric and Crystal Jones of Fort Smith,
Arkansas, Lance and Tabitha Jones of Muldrow, Oklahoma, Emily and Matt Miller, Mena, and Nicholas Jones of Texas,
13 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Jonas and Bertie
Jones and two sisters, Thelma Brown and Velma Wagner both of Waldron. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Friday,
March 11, 2011 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Trotter Cemetery under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Visitation was held on Thursday, March 10, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Butch Morgan, Terry Sherrill, Terral Robertson, Billy Cross, Freddie
Ridenhour and Jeff Ridenhour. Honorary pallbearers were Tom Evans, Leonard Ed Ridenhour, Kenneth Ridenhour, Charles
Maxwell, Tom Evans, James "Red Eyes" White, Willie Matt Self and Ed Tallmadge.
The Waldron News
5 April 2017
WILMA JEAN JONES
Wilma Jean Jones of Blue Ball, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, March 31, 2017 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Wilma was born June 12, 1942 in Waldron, Arkansas to Luther C. Hunt and Stella (McCubbin) Hunt. Wilma was 74 years old. Wilma leaves behind to cherish her memory, one daughter, Kathy Holt and husband Gerald of Blue Ball, Arkansas. Grandma will forever remain in the hearts of her granddaughter, Alisha Moad and husband Mark as well as her great grandsons: Keegan Moad and Lukas Moad. Wilma will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted, including a host of extended family, friends and loved ones. Wilma was preceded in death by two husbands: Floyd Himes and AJ Jones, her parents, Luther and Stella Hunt and one brother, Charles McCubbin. Wilma's memorial life celebration will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 3, 2017 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Zack Hale officiating. Arrangements and cremation entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
23 February 2011
WINONA WOODSON JONES
Winona Woodson Jones, 96, of Waldron, Arkansas went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday,
February 15, 2011. She was a speech teacher and a member of the Waldron Methodist Church. Winona is survived by two
children, Joy Felker and husband Gary of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Kathy Forbes and husband James of Waldron, Arkansas;
six grandchildren, Michael Felker and wife Claire, Michelle Rendleman and husband Ryan, Kyle Felker and wife Jenny,
Rachel Forbes, Samantha Forbes, Sarah Forbes, and by seven great-grandchildren, and one sister-in-law, Pat Woodson.
Winona is also survived by one sister Wanda Scott, one brother Carl Woodson, numerous nieces and nephews and a longtime
friend and caregiver, Paula Robinson. She is preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Ruby Woodson, infant daughter,
Janna Gay Jones, husband Thurman Jones, one brother Bill Woodson, one sister-in-law Marilyn Woodson and one brother-
in-law, Jack Scott. Graveside service was at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 18, 2011 at the Brearly Cemetery in
Dardanelle, Arkansas with burial to follow under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Visitation
was Thursday, February 17, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in lieu of
flowers can be made to Salvation Army, Fort Smith Bible Fund, in memory of Winona Jones, 301 North 6th Street, Fort
Smith, AR 72901.
Scott County Times
9 November 2005
LILLIE JORDAN
Lillie Virginia Jordan, age 96, passed away November 3, 2005 at Heritage Park Nursing Center in
Rogers, Arkansas. She was born July 5, 1908 in Cedar Creek, Arkansas to Eugene Faunt Mabry and
Lena Beatrice Sanders. Lillie was a member of the Immanuel Baptist Church and was very active in
her church as well as a past Social Director. She moved to the area in 1958 from Waldron, Arkansas
with her husband Richard T. Jordan. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters, Glenda
Elzena Ross and Marlene McCain. Survivors include a daughter, Jacqueline Fisher and husband Richard of
Tulsa, Oklahoma. Six grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. A graveside service was held Monday,
November 7, 2005 at 2:00 pm at the Sanders Cemetery in Cedar Creek, Arkansas. Henry Oliver officiated.
Arrangements by Callison-Lough Funeral Service of Rogers, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
25 May 2011
LOUISE ERNESTINE JORDAN
Louise Ernestine Jordan, 92, of Waldron, AR passed away May 15, 2011. She was born February 19, 1919 in Malvern, AR
to E.B. and Carrie Fitzhugh Walker. She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son; husband J. Sam Jordan;
siblings Faye Walker Robers, Joel Walker and Melba Walker Wray. She is survived by four children, Michael and wife
Cookie of Waldron, AR; David and wife Merinda of Canton, MS; Connie and husband John Sanford of Waldron, AR, and
Keith and wife Gayle of Horatio, AR; seven grandchildren, fourteen geat grandchildren, four step-grandchildren;
four great step-grandchildren, and two siblings, Jimmy Walker and Betty Biggers. Funeral services will be held
10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at Fellowship Cumberland Presbyterian Church with burial in Pleasant Hill
Cemetery. Doug Akin will officiate the services. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral
home. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fellowship
Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Resident Press
1 September 2021
MICHAEL SAM JORDAN
Michael Sam Jordan was born on May 8, 1948 to Reverend Jewel Sam Jordan and Louise Ernestine Walker Jordan in Camden Arkansas. Michael was a shy country boy that loved fast cars.
On June 6, 1969 he married Gwendolyn Cookie Pickett in Camden. In March 1970 Michael surrendered his life to the Lord and ministry. Michael pastored at the Falls Chapel and Pilot
Prairie Presbyterian Churches. Michael and Cookie had a son, Jeremiah Sam Jordan and daughter Heather Mae Jordan. In November 1981 Michael founded Jubilee Church Inc., where he
pastored for the next 31 years. The original building was a store front on North Main Street. In December 1981 services were moved to the second location on North Main. In March 1983
services were moved to the McEntire Street location. He loved deer hunting, fishing, running deer and rabbit dogs, and running trot lines. He loved to listen Wendy and Rolex run
rabbits, Hot Wing, Coach, and Digger run deer. Many nights were spent on the back side of Hinkle Lake at the camp. Life took on a new meaning when he became Papa. He loved Kelley,
Caleb, and Ashton. When Ryder and Aspen arrived, he would jokingly say they were so much better than his children. In his many years of ministry, he was able to lead many people to
the Lord. He was instrumental creating the Boys and Girls Club of Scott County. He was a member of the Scott County Ministerial Alliance. Michael will be remembered for many things;
Father, Brother, Husband, Preacher, Papa, and Friend. Michael was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jessie Hibbard. Michael is survived by his wife of 52 years, Cookie. Son,
Jeremiah (Melodie) Jordan of Dover AR., daughter, Heather (Kelly) Lee of Havana AR., Spiritual son, Keith (Karen) Midgett of Locksburg, AR. Grandchildren Kelley Taylor of Cherry Hill,
Caleb Taylor of Magazine, and Ashton Jordan of Dover AR. Great Grand Children Ryder Taylor and Aspen Taylor. Michael also leaves behind siblings, David (Merinda)Jordan of West Monroe,
Louisiana, Connie (John) Sandford of Waldron, Keith Jordan of Chidester AR, nieces Melissa Shatley, Amanda Yarbough, Leslie Sutton, Crystal Jordan, Nephews Josh Sanford, and Jason
Hibbard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Scott County Boys & Girls Club, P.O. Box 1013, Waldron, Arkansas 72958. The family will hold a private family
memorial service. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
24 January 2001
CALVERT JOYCE
Calvert P. Joyce, 76, of Sulphur Springs, Arkansas died Sunday, January
14, 2001 in Sulphur Springs, Arkansas. He was a graduate of the University of
Arkansas as a mechanical engineer in 1950, a member of the American Society of
Mechanical Engineers, and was a Navy veteran of WWII.
Memorial services were held at 2 pm on Saturday, January 20, 2001 at
McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood.
He is survived by three sons, Keith Joyce and Kyle Joyce both of Fort
Smith and Kenneth Joyce of Tulsa, Oklahoma; one sister, Geraldine Inman of
Medford, Oregon; one brother, Robert Joyce of Mansfield, Arkansas, and 5
grandchildren.
Scott County Times
2 April 2003
CAROL JOYCE
Carol Avis Talton Barnes Joyce, 84, of Mansfield died Monday, March 31,
2003 in her home. She was the widow of Scevoy Barnes, the retired owner
of Barnes Mercantile and Drug Store, a member of Mansfield First Baptist
Church, a member of Booneville Garden Club, a board member of Mansfield
High School Alumni Scholarship Fund and a member of the Eastern Star.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Wednesday, April 2, 2003 at the
Mansfield First Baptist Church with burial at Coop Prairie Cemetery in
Mansfield under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Joyce and his family and several
nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Jason Baggett, Gerald Elmore, Arnold Henson, Jack
Livingston, David McClung and Autry Basham. Honorary pallbearers will be
the Mansfield First Baptist Church Senior Ldies Sunday School Class.
Scott County Times
17 August 2005
DAVIS JUDY
Davis Y. Judy, age 80, of Abbott died Saturday, August 13, 2005 in his home. He was a Baptist
by Faith and loved by many nieces and nephews. He is survived by his wife, Frances Judy. Funeral
services were held at 10:00 am Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with
burial at Freedom Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Serving as pallbearers were Paul Williams, Allen Williams, Arnold Williams, Glen Harrison,
Matt McCafferty and Lester Smith. Honorary pallbearer was Charlie A. Williams.
The Waldron News
21 January 2015
LYDIA NADINE JUDY
Lydia Nadine Judy, 97, passed away January 10, 2015 in Harrison, Arkansas. Ms. Judy was born in Waldron, Arkansas on March 13, 1917 to the late Wiley and Fannie (Black) Killion. She
was a longtime resident of Waldron, Nadine had moved to Harrison several years ago to be near her family. She was the owner/operator of Judy's Drive In and had worked with her family
in the operation of a dairy farm. She was a very active member of First Methodist Church in Waldron, she had served on the building committee when the fellowship hall was built. She
enjoyed playing bridge, fishing and flower gardening. She is survived by one son Jim Judy and wife Donna of Harrison, Arkansas; grandsons: James "Randy" Judy and wife Mary also of
Harrison, Stewart Judy and wife Denise of Ozark, Missouri, seven great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband E.A. Judy and her
parents. Visitation was held Tuesday, January 13, 2015 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service was 10:00 am Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with Diane Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Jerry Davis, Joe Don Rogers, Ricky Don
Black, Barry Birkhead, Charles (Dutch) Bliss and Ron Metcalf. Memorial contributions may be made to First Methodist Church of Waldron at P.O. Box 279, Waldron, AR 72958 or Crossroads
Community Church, 2658 Old Bergman Rd., Harrison, AR 72601.
The Waldron News
15 September 2010
CHARLES R. JUSTICE, SR.
Charles R. Justice, Sr., 66, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Saturday, September 4, 2010 in a
Fort Smith hospital. Charles was born February 9, 1944 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Charlie and Betty Jo Justice.
He is survived by four daughters, Tammy Manning, Beth Lane and husband Steven, Wynona Thompson and husband
Eric, Christy Franklin and husband Josh; four sons, Charles Justice, Jr. and wife Tracy, Jesse Justice and
wife Pat, Allen Plowman and wife Tracy, Gary Justice and fiancee Fauntella; his parents, Charlie and Lee
Justice; one sister, Judith Himes and husband William; one brother, Larry Justice and wife Gaylene; twenty
three grandchildren, Randi Morrison, Alan Matthews, Gabrielle Justice, Jonathan Bilent, Jessica Bilent,
Chase Plowman, Eli Plowman, Ashlynn Justice, Bryce Passmore, Jeffery Manning, Tiffany Manning, Anthony
Manning, Joseph Manning, Christopher Nunez, Bethany Taff, Shawna Jett, Drake Williams, Brook Self, Michael
Lane, Hannah Thompson, Levi Franklin, Garrett Franklin; six great grandchildren, and several nieces and
nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Nila Justice; his mother, Betty Joe Harvey; and a
grandson, Richard Shawn Manning, Jr. Charles' funeral service was held Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at
3:00 p.m. at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Interment will be
in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home
& Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Donny Shaddon, Danny Hitchcock, W.D. (Rabbit) Ray, Frank
Shaddon, Alvin Carnahan and Larry Dean Harvey. Honorary pallbearers were David Harvey and James Harvey.
The Waldron News
15 September 2021
CHARLEY WILLIAM JUSTICE
Charley William Justice, 96, of Boneville, Arkansas passed away on September 6, 2021. He was born January 15, 1925 in Pocahontas, Arkansas to the late Will and Anna Belle (Tosh)
Justice. Charley is survived by one son, Larry Justice and wife Gaylene of Waldron, one daughter, Judith and husband William Himes, Sr., and by numerous grandchildren, great-
grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, friends and other family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Will and Anna Justice, first wife Betty Jo Justice, second wife, Launia
Bertha Justice, one brother Charles Justice and by two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday September 9, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home
Chapel in Waldron. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at Southside Assembly of God Church in Booneville with Bro. Mann officiating. Burial will follow
the service at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be William Helton, Paul Curtis, Joe David Curtis, James Himes,
Jeffery Manning and Anthony Manning. Honorary pallbearers are Danny Hitchcock, Howard Himes and Chase Plowman.
The Waldron News
11 July 2018
LAUNIA BERTHA JUSTICE
Launia Bertha Justice, 95, of Booneville, Arkansas, passed away July 7, 2018 at her home surrounded by friends and family. She was born September 3, 1922 in Booneville, Arkansas to the
late Walter and Ruby (Parker) Waganer. Launia is survived by her husband Charles Justice of the home, four daughters: Ellen and husband Dan Yandell of Havana, Arkansas, Hellen and husband
Chuck Blumer of Auburn, California, Peggy Fleming of Booneville, Arkansas, stepdaughter Judith and husband William Himes of Booneville, Arkansas, one stepson Larry Justice and wife
Gaylene of Waldron, Arkansas, 4 brothers, 1 sister and by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by one stepson Charles
Justice, Sr., her parents, Walter and Ruby Waganer, first husband Hayden Fleming, brother Henry Al and one sister Delta Strickland. Visitation was held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday July
9, 2018 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. Funeral was held 2:00 PM Tuesday July 10, 2018 at Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with burial having followed at Moores Chapel
Cemetery in Havana, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield. Pallbearers were Charles Justice, Jr., Jesse Justice, Shawn Justice, Shane Justice, Jody Curtis,
William Hilton and Bradley Hines. Honorary pallbearers wre Paul Curtis and Joseph Manning.
The Waldron News
9 May 2007
NILA ELIZABETH JUSTICE
Nila Elizabeth Justice, 53, of Booneville, Arkansas passed away Saturday, April 28, 2007 in her home. She was
a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Charles Ray Justice of the home; one brother, Johnny Edward Black
of Brownsville, AR; four daughters, Wynona Thompson and husband Eric of Waldron, AR, Tammy Manning of Mansfield,
AR, Christy Franklin and husband Josh of Waldron, AR, Beth Lane and husband Steven of Boles, AR; four sons,
Charles Justice, Jr. and wife Tracy of Elm Park, AR, Jessie Justice and wife Pat of Danville, AR, Allen Plowman
and wife Tracy of Elm Park, AR, Gary Justice and wife Teresa of Elm Park; 23 grandchildren, Randy Morrison,
Allen Matthews, Gabrielle Justice, Jeffery, Tiffany and Anthony Manning, Joseph and Christopher Nunez, Jessica
and Johnathan Bilant, Chase and Eli Plowman, Bethany Isham, Shawna and Drake Williams, Chanada and Michael
Lane, Hannah and Laramie Thompson, Levi McConnell, Ashlyn Justice, Levi and Garrett Franklin; one great-
granddaughter, Lauren Williams; several nieces and nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her
parents, Thomas and Ruby Black, one brother, Tommy Joe Black, one sister, Nelda Fay Black and one grandson,
Richard Shawn Manning, Jr. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at the New Life
Center with interment at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, AR under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were George Johnson, Gary Johnson, Shawn Williams, Donnie Shaddon, James Hunsucker and Stephen
Hunsucker. Honorary pallbearers were Daniel Taff, Eric Thompson, Corby Parish and Joe
Johnson.
The Waldron News
17 February 2016
TRACY LENORE JUSTICE
Tracy Lenore Justice of Medford, Oklahoma, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, February 6, 2016 in Medford, Oklahoma surrounded by her loving
family. Tracy was born Mary 24, 1970 to Paul A. Costanzo and Cecilia P. (Dempsey) Costanzo in Chicago, Illinois. Tracy was 45 years, 8 months and 13 days old. Tracy was a loving wife,
mother, sister, daughter and friend. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends around the open fire pit and camping. She enjoyed being in the outdoors. When she had to be inside,
Tracy appreciated a good cooking show. She loved cooking and baking. Tracy absolutely cherished dancing with her daughter. Making memories with family and friends were Tracy's most
treasured times. Tracy leaves behind to cherish her memory, her devoted husband of 12 years, Charles Justice; two daughters, Gabrielle Justice of the home and Randi Morrison of Heavener,
Oklahoma; one son, Alan Mathews of Medford, Oklahoma; her mother, Cecilia Costanzo of Waldron, Arkansas; two sisters, Dawn Freeman of Pensacola, Florida and Denise Davis of Waldron,
Arkansas and two brothers, Jimmy Oswald of Waldron, Arkansas and Paul Costanzo of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Nana will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Kaydence Mathews,
Railynn Mathews and Myiah Mathews. Tracy will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors and dear
loved ones. Tracy was preceded in death by her father, Paul A. Costanzo. Tracy's life celebration was 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
in Waldron, Arkansas. Interment followed in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Tracy's
pallbearers were Jimmy Oswald, Chase Plowman, Tommy Oswald, Gary Johnson, George Johnson and Drake Williams. Honorary pallbearers were Trevor Davis and Eli Plowman. Tracy's visitation
was Thursday, February 11, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
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