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The Waldron News
23 December 2009
YVONNE CARLSON RACHELS
Yvonne Carlson Rachels, 84, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Friday, December 18, 2009 in
a Waldron hospital. Mrs. Rachels was born October 17, 1925 in Turlock, California to the late Robert
and Esther Carlson. She was the seventh of nine children. She moved to Waldron in 1971 from Fremont,
CA. She volunteered as a poll worker and was active in the Republican Party. She was the beloved wife of
the late Bill Rachels, dear mother of Daniel Malone and wife Mary Jo and Jan Rachels, grandmother to
five grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, sister of Geneva Carlson Moon, aged 97, and cherished
friend to many. A memorial service for Mrs. Rachels will be held at a later date. Arrangements are
being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory.
Scott County Times
30 March 2005
MILDRED RACKLEY
Mildred Bernice Rackley, 93, of Waldron, Arkansas died Sunday, March 27, 2005 in her home. She was a
homemaker and member of the United Methodist Church and was preceded in death by her husband Raymond
Rackley and one daughter, JoAnn Ashford. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 2 pm
at the Waldron United Methodist Church with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one daughter and her husband, Becky and Ronald Gardner of
Crossett, Arkansas; one son-in-law Kerwin Ashford of Waldron; 8 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren
and 2 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Ray Ashford, Richard Gardner, Jay Gardner, Fred Thomas,
Larry Page and Mdie McFarland. Honorary pallbearers were Ronnie Graves and Jason
Hackworth.
The Waldron News
22 September 1999
RAYMOND EDGAR RACKLEY
Raymond Edgar Rackley, 93, of Waldron, Arkansas died on Sunday,
September 19 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired principal for
Waldron Junior High School, a member of the Waldron United Methodist
Church, a Mason, and a member of Scott County Retired Teachers
Association. He was preceded in death by one daughter, JoAnn Ashford.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
September 22, at Waldron United Methodist Church with burial at
Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas, under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Waldron.
He is survived by his wife, Mildred of the home; one daughter,
Becky Gardner of Crossett, AR; five sisters, Ola Wadkins of
Russellville, AR, Eula Thompson of Little Rock, AR, Lenora Teeter
of Lubbock, TX, Sue Horton of Kaufman, TX, and Dana Looper of
Fairfield Glade, TN; three brothers, Rob Rackley of Plainview,
TX, Dolen Rackley of Lubbock, TX and Paul Rackley of Claremore,
OK; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers are a group of former Waldron Junior
High teachers, Ray Ashford and Fred Thomas.
The Waldron News
28 September 2016
MARIE SOPHIE RADER
Marie Sophie Rader, 52, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away September 20, 2016. She was born April 25, 1964 in Saint Louis, Missouri to the late Robert and Dorothy
(Alexander) Rader. She is survived by son-in-law and daughter Derek and Shyla Barnes; grandchildren, Ambreah Rader, Jonathon Santiago, Mariana Cerda, Veronica Barnes
and Savanah Barnes; three sisters, Sharon Newton, Julie Rader, Lisa Rader and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and other family. Cremation will be under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
2 February 2005
SHARON G. RADER
Sharon G. Rader, 38, of Waldron, Arkansas died Friday, January 28, 2005 in Waldron. She was born Feb. 14, 1966
in Des Plaines, Ill. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Burke and two
brothers, James Daniel Burke and William Louis Burke II. A family memorial service will be held at a later
date. The body was cremated under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel of Fort Smith, AR. She is survived by her
husband, William; her father and stepmother, William and Kay Burke of Jupiter, Fla; two sisters, Barbara Burke
and her husband Lewis Ping of Waldron and Mary Burke of Columbus, N.C.; two nephews, William Corbett of Chicago,
Ill and Michael Ping of Waldron; one niece, Sarah Mosseller of Lynn, NC; and one
great-nephew, James Ping.
The Waldron News
4 December 2013
WILLIAM EDWARD RAGAN
William Edward Ragan of Lavaca, Arkansas passed from this life Wednesday, November 21, 2013 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. William was born June 8, 1942 to John Henry Ragan and Bertie Lorene
(Maledon) Ragan in Ozark, Arkansas. William was 71 years, 5 months and 18 days old. William rolled on down the road in an 18 wheeler for 20 years. He enjoyed listening to Bluegrass
Music. When time would afford him the opportunity, he loved to be in the great outdoors. He could be found tinkering on anything as long as he didn't have to go inside. William could also
be found up and out early each morning for a great number of years as he was a delivery man for a local newspaper. William leaves behind to cherish his memory, his companion of 18 years,
Betty Scrivner; two sons, Keith Ragan and wife Misty of Dayton, Arkansas and Charles and wife Suzie of Spiro, Oklahoma; one daughter, Tonya Scrivner; two sons, Ben Scrivner and Frank
Scrivner. Grandpa will forever be missed by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. William is also survived by one brother, Ronald Ragan of Lavaca, Arkansas. William will be missed
by all that knew him and the many whose lives were impacted by him including a host of extended family, friends and loved ones. William is preceded in death by his parents, John and
Bertie Ragan; one daughter, Teresa Ann Moddy; two brothers, James Ragan and Lewis Ragan. William's graveside life celebration was at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the Union
Ridge Cemetery in Dayton, Arkansas with Bro. Robert Presson officiating. Interment followed in the Union Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home
in Waldron, Arkansas. William's pallbearers were Derek Ragan, Keith Ragan, Charles Ragan, John Boy Burlison, Joseph Ragan and William Ragan. William's visitation was Tuesday, November
26, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
31 July 2013
RONALD D. RAINWATER
Ronald D. Rainwater of Nella, Arkansas passed from this life Thursday, July 25, 2013 in Nella, Arkansas surrounded by his
loving family. Ronald was born December 28, 1945 to YZ Rainwater and May Evelyn (Harrison) Rainwater in Vidor, Texas. Ronald
was 67 years, 6 monts and 2 days old. Ronald was retired from the railroad where he was a painter and a welder. After
retirement he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Ronald was the happiest when he was working in his yard. He loved a well
maintained place and took pride in his work. However, when he got to put on the grandpa hat, took precedence over all else.
He was most excited to get to see his grandbabies and spend precious time with each and every one of them. He loved them and
the memories they made together were his prized treasures. Ronald leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 21
years, Joyce (Allen) Rainwater of the home; one daughter, Candice of Texas; one son, Ronald Lee Rainwater of Minnesota; one
step son, Michael Adaway and wife Brianna of Nella, Arkansas. PaPaw will forever be missed by three grandsons: David Rainwater,
Timothy Cantrell and Ron Cantrell of Missouri and three granddaughters: Samantha (Watley) Adaway of Texas, Kymberlee Adaway
and Anabell Marie Adaway of Waldron, Arkansas. Ronald is also survived by three sisters: Verlene of Louisiana, Mary of Texas
and Martie of Louisiana and one brother, Don Adon of Louisiana. Ronald 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. Ronald is
preceded in death by his parents, YZ and May Rainwater, one sister, Margaret Ann, and brothers: Cecil, Mike, Tommy, J.W. and
Raymond. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
7 October 1998
LEON FRANKLIN RAMSEY
Leon Franklin Ramsey, 65, of Spiro, Oklahoma, died Monday, October
5, 1998 in a Van Buren nursing home. He was a truck driver.
Graveside service was at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6 at Duncan
Cemetery. Survivors include one brother, Bill Ramsey, of Spiro, Oklahoma and
several nieces and nephews. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
10 June 2009
LOUISE RAMSEY
May 10, 1926 - June 1, 2009
Louise Selma (Sanders) Ramsey, 83, formerly of Bates, Arkansas passed away on Monday, June 1, 2009 at a
Heavener nursing home. She was born May 10, 1926 in Smackover, Arkansas. She was a mother and a homemaker and
enjoyed gardening, canning and sewing. She was of the Pentecostal faith. She is survived by three daughters,
Judy VanDeWiele ofSapulpa, Oklahoma, Carolyn McKelvey of Glenpool, Oklahoma, Beverly Abbott of Bates,
Arkansas; three sons, Donald Sanders of Fritch, Texas, Richie Sanders of Waldron, Arkansas, David Sanders of
Chino Hills, California; 8 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two
husbands, Elvan Sanders, Snyder Ramsey; one son, Clifford Sanders; one granddaughter, Valerie Griffin.
Funeral Service was 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 2009 at the Pentecostal Church in Bates, Arkansas with
interment in the Gibson Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Pallbearers were
Gary Wayne Sanders, Charlie Abbott, Paul Rice, Jerry McKelvey, Ted Pickle, Jr. and Earl VanDeWiele. Honorary
pallbearers were Leon Abbott, Wade Sanders, Sid Sanders, Robert Sanders, Darris Hill and Donnie Hill.
Scott County Times
10 November 2004
MATTHEW RANDLE
Matthew Vernon Randle, age 53, of Mena, Arkansas died Monday, November 1, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. He
was a retired drywall worker and attended the New Life Center. He is survived by one daughter, Eliana
Riddle of Bates, Arkansas; three sons, Donald M. Randle of Wichita, Kansas, Jessie Randle and Richard
Randle both of Waldron; one step-son, Eli Clayton of Wichita, Kansas; mother, Delma Mae Young of Mena,
Arkansas; two sisters, Diane Henderson of Aurora, Colorado and Charlene Moudy of Waldron, Arkansas; one
brother, Steve Randle of Mena, Arkansas; seven grandchildren. There will be a private family service
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
The Waldron News
17 April 2019
LYMAN I. RAPER, JR.
Lyman I. Raper, Jr., 70, of Waldron, Arkansas formerly of Indiana passed away on April 8, 2019 in Fort Smith. Lyman was born to Lyman I. Raper, Sr. and Gloria D. (Parrish) Raper in
Jasper County, Indiana on February 18, 1949. Lyman served two tours of duty in Vietnam and was a lifetime member of the American Legion in Winamac, Indiana. Lyman was survived by
two children; Chad Sams and wife Mandy of Crown Point, Indiana, Lisa Crouch of Scottsville, Kentucky, four grandchildren; Grant, Sydney, Whitney, Destiny, two great-grandchildren,
one sister Linda Brown, two nephews; Bobby and Bryan, one aunt Eva Jean, companion Tami Wallace and family, also by numerous friends and other family. He is preceded in death by his
parents and children Jeremy and Scotty. Memorial service was held 3:00 pm Saturday April 13, 2019 at Unity Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Smith officiating. Cremation will be under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
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AUSTIN PAUL RATLIFF
3 November 2003 - 10 August 2019
Austin Paul Ratliff of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Saturday, August 10, 2019 in Conway, Arkansas. Austin was born November 3, 2003 in Dallas, Texas to Charles and Tracy
Ratliff. He was 15 years old. Austin enjoyed cars and being outside. His first love was Pirates of the Caribbean. Austin leaves behind to cherish his memory, his parents, Charles and
Tracy Ratliff of Waldron, Arkansas one sister, Macayla Ratliff of Mena, Arkansas and one brother Tyler Ratliff of Waldron, Arkansas. Austin is also survived by his maternal grandmother,
Alice Sanders of Bates, Arkansas and paternal grandmother Gladys Ratliff of Cabot, Arkansas as well as a host of extended family of cousins, aunts and uncles. Austin will be missed by
all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted. Austin was preceded in death by his grandfather Noal Sanders. Austin's life celebration will be at 4:30 p.m., Friday, August 16,
2019 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Konnor McKay officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Austin's visitation will be Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
24 April 2019
SHANNEN RAY
Shannen Ray of Fort Smith, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Savior, Monday, April 15, 2019. Shannen was born October 14, 1966 to WD �Rabbit� Ray and Pat Sehorn in Fort
Smith, Arkansas. As a young child, Shannen spent her first years playing with her cousins Lisa and Tracy Dedmon. Later, much of her time was spent with her cousin Jonette (Ray) Moses
playing sports, riding horses or at the lake with friends and family. She held dear the time spent being coached by her dad playing softball. Special times were spent with Uncle LD
�Ponchie� and Aunt Virginia �Gingie� Powell, who both helped to shape her into the person she became. Ponchie taught her to hunt and fish while enjoying the outdoors. She and cousin Brad
Powell were inseparable, their relationship resembling that of siblings. Shannen was filled with joy in sharing her time with cousins Dilan and Devin Powell. She lovingly referred to them
as �my boys�. She shared many memories during family functions with cousins Shelbie Duke and Baylee Moses. Shannen made many memories with her cousins from Grand Prairie, Texas, David
Ray, Diane (Ray) Morris and Beverly (Ray) Duetchmann. As an adult Shannen enjoyed accompanying her Uncle John and Aunt Susan Ray to many Arkansas Razorback football games. She had a
passion and love for animals, especially dogs in need of a loving home. She was welcoming and enjoyed the company of her friends and family that she held so dear. Shannen was employed by
the Arkansas State Highway Department in Fort Smith, serving in many positions during her 25-year career. She currently served as the area maintenance supervisor for the Arkansas
Department of Transportation, 4th district. She was loved and respected by her colleagues and employees, as evident in the outpouring of phone calls, cards, flowers and visits throughout
her hospital stay. Memories with Shannen will forever be held dear by her daddy, WD �Rabbit� Ray and wife Billie, her mother Pat Sehorn and husband Richard, as well as her loving and
caring sister Simone Ray, all of Waldron. Her vibrant personality will be missed by her cousins, Jonette, Brad, Devin, Dilan, Shelbie and Baylee, as well as a multitude of lives she
touched. Shannen was preceded in death by her loving Aunt Gingie, Dessie Crane, Peggy Dedmon, Dewy Crain, as well as, cousins Shelley Powell, Lisa Dedmon and Russell Ray. To celebrate
Shannen�s life, the family would ask that you join them for visitation from 5pm to 7pm, Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Funeral
Services will be 2:00pm, Friday, April 19, 2019 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas, with Rev. David Williams
officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Shannen�s pallbearers will be Dilan Powell, Devin Powell, David Lawson, Butch
Seaton, John Canada and Jodie Haralson. Honorary pallbearers will be the employees of the Arkansas Department of Transportation, 4th district, Fort Smith, Chad Adams-District Engineer
and Chad Davis-District Maintenance Engineer.
The Waldron News
3 June 2009
VIRGIE ELIZABETH RAY
Sept. 7, 1918 - May 26, 2009
Virgie Elizabeth Ray, 90, of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 at the
Waldron Nursing Center. She was born the fourth child of Sam and Lizzie Henry on September 7th, 1918 in
the Jenkins community. She was a homemaker and a member of the Harmony Freewill Baptist Church for 81 years. She
served as Sunday School teacher, was wife of a Deacon and served several years as President of the Ladies
Auxiliary. She spent much of her time making quilts and crocheting items and received great joy from giving
them to family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers Gilbert, Kess, Floyd
and Erman Henry, her husband of 41 years George W. Ray, one son Joe Bob Ray, one granddaughter Shelly
Powell and one grandson Russell Ray. She is survived by three sons, George W. Ray, Jr. and his wife Sylvia
of Grand Prairie, Texas, W.D. Ray and wife Billie, John Ray and wife Susan all of Waldron, Arkansas, one
daughter, Virginia and husband L.D. Powell also of Waldron, Arkansas. Other survivors include seven grandchildren,
David ray and wife Denise of Grand Prairie, Texas, Diane Morris of Arlington, Texas, Beverly and husband Louis
Deutschman of Mansfield, Texas, Shannen Ray of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Jonette Duke of Booneville, Arkansas,
Simone Ray of Heavener, Oklahoma and Brad Powell of Waldron, Arkansas; nine great-grandchildren, Megan Kreiter,
Alec and Emily Deutschman all of Mansfield, Texas, Zachery and Gage Morris of Arlington, Texas, Darby Ray of
Grand Prairie, Texas, Shelbie Duke of Booneville, Arkansas, Dilan and Devin Powell of Waldron, Arkansas; one
sister-in-law Leona Henry of Waldron, Arkanas, her Harmony Church family and a host of other relatives and
friends. Funeral Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28th, 2009 at the Harmony Freewill Baptist
Church with Reverend David Williams officiating. Interment was at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Brad Powell, Bill Lovett, Eddie Swisher, Wayne
Henry, Clinton Graham and Brian Jones. Honorary Pallbearers were the Harmony Freewill Baptist Ladies
Auxiliary.
The Waldron News
20 August 2014
CHANA L. REAY
Chana L. Reay of Norman, Arkansas passed away on August 7, 2014 in Mena, Arkansas. She was born on March 11, 1962 in Peoria, IL to Arthur and Barbara Reay. She was 52 years of age. She
is survived by her mother Barbara Clarkston of Canton, IL; three brothers: Bobby Hohimer of Evansville, IN, Billy Reay and Chuch Reay of Waldron, AR; two sisters: Tina Hunt of Pekin,
IL, Artie Stokes of Leadwood, MO and a very special friend Rick Karr of Norman, AR. She is preceded in death by her father Arthur Reay. Cremation will be under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, AR.
The Waldron News
24 March 2010
HILDA REDFERRIN
Hilda Redferrin, 72, of Hartford, Arkansas passed from this life Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at her home. Hilda
was born September 1, 1937, in Dekoven, KY to the late Rufus and Goldie (Powell) Denny. She was of the Assembly
of God faith, and retired from the Job Corps as a cook. Hilda is survived by comp. Noah Mitchum of the home;
two daughters, Theresa Robison and husband Phil of Hartford, AR, Desiree Campbell of Morganfield, KY; three
sons, Jerry, Johnny and wife Libbie, Jimmy Fowler all of Morganfield, KY; one brother, Tommy Denny of
Herderson, KY; 27 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren. Her funeral service was held Thursday, March 18,
2010 at the Hartford First Baptist Church with Rev. Tom Harris officiating with interment that followed
in the Hartford Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Eric and Phillip Robison, Jerry Fowler, Jimmy Fowler,
Tomi Collins and Daniel Houston.
Scott County Times
2 August 2000
GLADYS REDING
Gladys M. Reding, 89, of Pleasant Valley, Iowa, formerly of Mansfield, Arkansas, died July
23, 2000 in Pleasant Valley, Iowa. She was a homemaker and the widow of Alfred H. (Doc)
Reding. Funeral services were held at 10 am Friday, July 29, 2000 at Pine Log Church with
burial at Pine Log Cemetery in Booneville, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home. She was survived by one daughter, Sharon Moritz of Rock Island, Illinois; two sons,
Donald Reding of Wichita, Kansas and Forace Reding of LeClaire, Iowa; three sisters, Wanda
Lewis and Oleta Roe of Mansfield and Jewel Damron of Springdale, Arkansas; three brothers,
Norman Presson of DeWitt, Iowa, Granville Presson of Fort Smith and Calvin Presson of Palm
Springs, California; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Scott County Times
10 March 2004
RUBY REDING
Ruby Mae Reding, 89, of Waldron, Arkansas died Friday, March 5, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. She was a
homemaker, member of Waldron Church of the Nazarene, former member of the American Legion & VFW. She was
the widow of Theodore Reding. Funeral services were 10:00 am Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at Martin Funeral
Home with burial at National Cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home
of Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by two sons, John Smoot of San Antonio, Texas and Joe H. Reding of
Salem, Oregon; one brother, Bill Heavener of Waldron, Arkansas; 6 grandchildren and 5
great-grandchildren.
The Waldron News
22 July 1998
THEODORE REDING
Theodore R. "Ted" Reding, 86,of Waldron died Saturday, July 11,
1998 in a Mena hospital.
He is survived by his wife, Ruby; two sons: John D. Smoot, of San
Antonio and Joe H. Reding, of Lyons, Oregon; one sister, Ruby Blythe, of
Dallas; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Mr. Reding served as an Army Combat Medic in W.W.II. He was 100%
disabled as a result of injuries received during the South Pacific
campaigns. He was a lifetime member of the D.A.V., American Legion,
V.F.W. and the First Baptist Church of Waldron.
The Waldron News
11 July 2012
CHARLES REDMON
Charles Redmon, 78, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away July 6, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. He was retired
from the Pulaski County Road and Bridge Department. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Birtha Redmon, six
children, Randy Redmon and wife Tawana, Brenda and husband Lee Hampton, Rose and husband Allen Stovall, Rickey Redmon
and wife Lisa, Norma and husband Albert Stovall, Steve Redmon and wife Rachel, 18 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Callie (Lunsford) Redmon, one brother Robert Redmon, one daughter
Joyce Redmon, two grandchildren, Daniel Stovall and Kenny Hampton. Visitation was Sunday, July 8, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, AR. A graveside service was held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 9, 2012 at
Rainey Cemetery in Roland, Arkansas with burial to follow under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Eric
Redmon, Todd Redmon, Travis Stovall, Robert Strickley, Mike Gunter and Justin Redmon. Honorary pallbearers were Jason Hampton
and Chad Hampton.
The Waldron News
13 January 2016
ANNIE MAUDE (YATES) REED
Annie Maude (Yates) Reed, age 91, went to be with her Lord on Monday, December 28, 2015. She was of the Baptist faith. Ann was born in Ashdown, Ark. on November 26, 1924 to Lily
Pauline Henderson and Harry Richmond Yates who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband George Reed, one great grandchild, Amanda and her beloved
son-in-law Billie C. Stewart. Survivors are her children, Wayne (Sue) Reed of Bigelow, Bob (Jeanie) Reed of Fayetteville, Tony (Vanesa) Reed of Boles, Sheryl Stewart of Conway and
Vicki Reed of Pine Bluff, 17 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and 15 great-great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
6 May 2015
BILLY MYRON REED
Billy Myron Reed of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, May 2, 2015 in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Myron was born March 23, 1957 to
Billy Joe Reed and Rachael Ellen (Douglas) Reed in Mena, Arkansas. Myron was 58 years, 1 month and 9 days old. Myron faithfully attended the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God. Myron
lived by his belief and strong faith in the Lord. Myron grew up in and around Waldron, Arkansas. He enjoyed hunting and he especially loved fishing on the Fourche River with his
lifelong best friend. As a young man Myron worked in the local grocery store and became a butcher by trade. By the time he was a grown man, Myron had become a master at his trade and
was well sought after by major chain stores across the area. Myron loved to do things for people, especially yard work. Myron was a perfectionist. Everything from his yard work to how
he kept his vehicle had to be just right. Myron was a warm and caring person, especially when it came to his family. He loved each and every one of them and he didn't care to tell you
how proud he was. Myron leaves behind to cherish his memory, one brother, George "Wally" Reed and wife Betty of Waldron, Arkansas, one daughter, Mary Elizabeth Beam and husband Josh
of Centerton, Arkansas. Grandpa will be missed by one granddaughter, the light of his life, Elise Beam. Myron will be missed by an extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts,
uncles and loved ones. Myron was preceded in death by his parents, Billy Joe and Rachael Reed, two brothers, Gaylon and Joe David and one sister in law Phyllis Reed. Myron's life
celebration was at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron, Arkansas. Interment followed in Square Rock Cemetery. Arrangements are being
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Myron's pallbearers were Billy Reed, Tommy Roberson, Billy Roberson, Syd Hunt, David Jones, Larry Justice and
honorary pallbearer was Randy Watkins. Myron's visitation was held Monday, May 4, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
25 February 2004
BLAINE REED
Waldron--George Blaine Reed, 38, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, February 21, 2004
in a Waldron hospital. He was a maintenance worker for Tyson Foods. Funeral services were
held 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 24, 2004 at Martin Chapel with burial at Sehorn Cemetery
near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by his
parents, J.C. and Juanita Reed of Waldron; two sisters, Dawn Barnett and Vera Owens, both
of Waldron; two nephews, Josh Barnett and Jonathan McMillen both of Waldron and several
aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers were Terry Nix, Raymond Watson, George "Wally"
Reed, John Charles Nelson, David "Bucky" Sparks and James Montgomery. Honorary pallbearers
were Paul Holland, Brad Evans, Vince Johnson and Harold Johnson.
The Waldron News
29 September 2004
CLEAT REED
Cleat "Rodel" Reed, 70, of Fort Smith died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004 in a local hospital. He was born
April 29, 1934 in Cedar Creek. He was a retired auto technician and a member of Harvest Time Tabernacle.
Graveside service was at 2 p.m. Saturday at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Lewis
Funeral Chapel of Fort Smith. He is survived by his wife, Ellen; three sons, Roger Reed of Phoenix,
Rodney and Randy Reed both of Fort Smith; a step-daughter, Barbara Matlock of Van Buren; two step-sons,
Jerry Matlock of Spiro and Jimmy Matlock of Hackett; a brother, John Reed of Waldron; four grandchildren;
nine step-grandchildren; and eight step-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Jacob and Joseph Maden,
Virgil Smith, James Wortham and Charles and Kevin Hamilton.
The Waldron News
21 May 2008
GAYLON REED
Gaylon Reed, 56, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2008 in an Oklahoma City
nursing home. He was a member of the Temple Baptist Church in Waldron. He is survived by his
wife of 13 years, Phyllis Reed; one daughter, Angie Roughley and husband Brandon of Choctaw,
OK; one son, David Gardner and wife Angie of Waldron,AR; grandchildren, Zane Roughley of
Choctaw, OK, Taylor Gardner of Harrah, OK and Kaley Bowers of Waldron, AR; two brothers, George
Reed of Waldron, AR and Myron Reed of Waldron, AR. He was preceded in death by his brother,
Joe David Reed. Funeral service was 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Temple Baptist
Church with interment in the Square Rock Cemetery. Pallbearers were Noral Stamps, Bradley
Stamps, Jamie Shaddon, Jeff Cabe and Jim Hanna.
The Waldron News
14 January 1998
JIMMY RAY REED
Jimmy Ray Reed, 57, of Mansfield died Monday, January 12, 1998 in
a local hospital. He was a factory worker for Universal Packaging.
Graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14,
1998 at Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include one son, Brian Reed, of Washington State; one
sister, Nell Holland, of Mansfield; three brothers: John Reed and J.C.
Reed, of Waldron and Robert Reed, of Griffin, Georgia.
Pallbearers will be Danny Gabbard, Benny Smith, Byron Richard
Corley, David Wellch, Tim Herring. Honorary pallbearer will be David
Satterfield.
The Waldron News
29 April 1998
JOHN WESLEY REED
John Wesley Reed, 70, of Blue Ball died Saturday, April 25 in his
home. He was a retired furniture factory worker, a veteran of the Korean
War, and a Baptist.
Graveside service was at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 27,1998 at
Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include his wife, Ruby, of the home; one daughter, Vonda
Hunt, of Waldron; two sons: Johnny Dwayne Reed, of Fayetteville and
Michael Dean Reed, of Lavaca; one sister, Nell Holland, of Mansfield; two
brothers: Robert Reed, of Griffin, Georgia and J.C. Reed, of Waldron; nine
grandchildren. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
23 January 2019
JOYCE JEAN (PAYNE) REED
Joyce Jean (Payne) Reed of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, on Sunday, January 13, 2019 in Waldron. Joyce was born August 7, 1951, in Waldron, Arkansas to Janice
Morgan Payne and Robert Lee Payne. Joyce was 67 years, 4 months, and 6 days old. Joyce graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School, Houston, Texas, May 1969. Joyce earned two college
degrees from Henderson State University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas: Bachelor of Science in Education 1978 and Master of Education in Reading K-12 1980. Joyce taught middle school level
social studies, reading, and science at Waldron Middle School from 1978 until her retirement in 2013. Joyce loved her students and was passionate about not only their education but also
about their happiness and success, and they dearly loved her in return. Joyce retired in 2013 but soon realized how much she missed teaching, so she accepted a job at the Alternative
Learning Academy in Jessieville School District. Joyce retired once again in 2017. Joyce served many years as a foster parent and was recognized with the 1994 Arkansas Foster Parent of
the Year award. Joyce was named the 2002 Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year for Scott County. Joyce�s greatest award, however, was the love and respect that her many students hold for her.
Additionally, Joyce will always be remembered for her love of make-up, perfume, jewelry, handbags, and shoes. Joyce is survived by her mother, Janice Rogers of Waldron, her beloved son
Donald and his wife Pam of Waldron, her grandchildren Brandi Ridenhour of Mansfield and Keaton Brown of Waldron. Joyce is also survived by one great-granddaughter, Ashton Nevills of
Mansfield. Joyce was a member of Mena Freewill Baptist Church and a faithful follower of the Harvest Church in Waldron. Joyce was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Richard
and Clara Morgan, and by her brother, Bobby Leo Payne. Joyce�s life celebration was Thursday, January 17, 2019 beginning with visitation from 2:00 until 4:00 followed by the Memorial
Service at 4:00 at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Donnie Jewel and Bobby Cagle officiating the service. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
2 April 2014
JUANITA REED
Juanita Reed of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, March 29, 2014 in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Juanita was born April 2, 1944
to George Blaine Johnson and Vera Esther (Hull) Johnson in Waldron, Arkansas. Juanita was 69 years, 11 months and 27 days old. Juanita was a devoted Christian. She was true to her
beliefs and loved reading the Bible and studying God's word. Juanita married the love of her life JC "Jake" Reed in 1962. She worked for a while and then she had the opportunity to be
a homemaker. She loved working in the yard whether it was flowers or the vegetable garden. Anytime of the year she could be found planting something. Juanita was always willing and
ready to show anyone her newst plant or flower or the newest color she had. In fact, Juanita was serving as Treasurer of the Waldron Garden Club and was a member of Fort Smith African
Violet Society. She enjoyed sewing, yard saling and visiting with friends and family. Juanita was known as a faithful and honest wife, mother, granny and friend. She would help anyone
and had helped take care of other people who were in need. She was a loving and kind person. Juanita leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband, JC "Jake" Reed of the home,
two daughters: Dawn Colvin and husband Jimmy of Mansfield, Arkansas and Vera Owens and husband Kirk of Mansfield, Arkansas. Juanita will also be missed by two sisters, Nancy Gilbert
of South Carolina and Delores Kepner of South Carolina and five brothers: Harold Johnson & wife Ronnah of Waldron, Arkansas, Alvin Johnson, Clyde Johnson, Joe Timmons and Ronny Timmons of
South Carolina. Granny will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Josh Barnett, Kristen Oliver, Mikaela Colvin, Alyssa Colvin and James Colvin and one great grandchild,
Keyton Oliver. Juanita will be missed by all that knew her and those whose lives were impacted by her including many nieces, nephews and extended family of friends and loved ones.
Juanita is preceded in death by her parents, George and Vera Johnson, one sister, Sue Meyers, one son, George Blaine Reed and grandson, Johnathan McMillen. Juanita's life celebration
will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Interment will follow in the Sehorn Cemetery. Arrangements are being
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Juanita's pallbearers will be Brian Jones, Austin Jones, Kirk Owens, Jimmy Colvin, Robert Handley and Brody Jones.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Wilmoth, Ronnie Nelson, Paul Holland, Harold Johnson and Josh Barnett. Juanita's visitation will be Monday, March 31, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00
p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home where Juanita's family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Scott County Times
11 June 2003
LINDA REED
Linda G. Smiley Reed, loving sister, mother, daughter, wife and friend
passed over on Monday, June 2, 2003; she was 38. Linda was a registered
nurse at Crawford County Memorial Hospital and previously worked at the
Sparks Intensive Care Unit. She was an ICU specialist who obtained her
degrees from Carl Albert Jr. College in 1999. Linda served twelve years
in the United States Army Reserve and was recently commissioned a First
Lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps.
Linda loved people, loved her work, and found joy and satisfaction in
serving others. She was much appreciated by her patients who frequently
wrote her notes of thanks and gratitude. She had an energetic love of
life and gave generously to those aroundher, both materially and
emotionally.
She was truly loved and cherished and will be missed by all. Memorial
contributions for her three surviving children may be made to the Linda
Reed Memorial Fund, Account #0477-341-1-11, at the Bank of Waldron,
Waldron, Arkansas.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 am on Friday, June 6 at the Martin
Funeral Home with burial at Square Rock Cemetery near Waldron and
arrangements were under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
She is survived by her husband, Stewart; two daughters, Lauren Jo Smiley
of Ratcliff and Erika Rane Owen of Ft. Smith; one son, Elijah James Reed of
Ratcliff; her parents, Bill and Jo Ann Jones Dedman of Waldron; five sisters, Lisa Ray Smiley
of Barling, Victoria Ramsey of Van Buren, Janece Hampton and Sandra
Unangst both of Ft. Smith, and Deonne Tristan of Amarillo, Texas; three
brothers, Alan Smiley of Caracas, Venezuela, Aaron Smiley of Mechaniesville,
MD and Jason Hampton of Ft. Smith.
Scott County Times
18 January 2006
MYRTLE REED
Myrtle Leola (Lunsford) Reed, age 81 of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, January 14, 2006 in a
Waldron nursing home. She was retired from the Waldron Furniture Factory and a Baptist. Funeral service was
held at 2:00 pm Monday, January 16, 2006 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Friendship
Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by two sons, Charles
Lunsford of Waldron, Arkansas and Vernon Lunsford of Waldron, Arkansas; one sister Lillie Johnson of Waldron,
Arkansas; seven grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Willie
Lunsford and Hurber Reed, and one grandson Pacer Lunsford. Serving as pallbearers were Rick Powell, Kenny
Allen, James Montgomery, Kenneth Johnson, Tom Wagner, Larry Allen. Honorary pallbearers were Roger Gossett,
Doug Gossett and Brandon Houston.
The Waldron News
14 October 1998
ODESSA MARIE REED
Odessa Marie Reed, 68, of Waldron died Oct. 5, 1998 in her home. She
was a retired waitress. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, fishing,
bowling and spending time with her grand children & great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Willene Tellez.
Funeral services are set for 11 a.m., Oct. 9, at Martin Funeral Home
Chapel. Burial is to be at Buffalo Cemetery in Boles under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Survivors include her husband, Hubert; two daughters, Gerri Lewis of
Blanco, Texas and Linda Thornburg of Lodi, California; one son, Edward
Reed of Lodi, California; her mother, Clarice Crump of Waldron; one
brother, Bobby Crump of Woodbridge, California and 10 grandchildren and
24 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are William "Shorty" Brown, Jeff Evans, J.D. Graham,
Marvin Pearcy, Robert Thornburg Sr., and Glen Dale "Sparky" Sparks.
The Waldron News
3 December 2008
PHYLLIS LOUISE REED
Phyllis Louise Reed, 55, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma passed away Monday, November 24, 2008 in an Oklahoma City
hospital. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one daughter Angie Roughley and husband Brandon of Choctaw,
Oklahoma, one son David Gardner and wife Angie of Waldron, Arkansas, three grandchildren, Zane Roughley of Choctaw,
Oklahoma, Taylor Gardner of Harrah, Oklahoma and Kaley Bowers of Waldron, Arkansas; one brother Dale Lambert and
wife Elaine of Nola, Arkansas, one sister Janelle Stamps and Noral of Waldron, Arkansas. She is preceded in death
by father Charles Branham, mother Loise Brazell and husband Gaylon Reed. Funeral Service was 10:00 am Saturday,
November 29, 2008 at the Temple Baptist Church with interment in the Square Rock Cemetery under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Lewis Lambert, Brad Stamps, Noral Stamps, Eddie Haskins, George Reed, and
Gary Roughley. Honorary pallbearer was Jeff Cabe.
The Waldron News
27 May 2015
ROBERT L. REED SR
Robert (Bob) L. Reed, Sr., age 85 of Griffin, GA, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2015 at Brightmoor Nursing Center. He was born in Hon, Arkansas on October 31, 1929. He was preceded
in death by his parents, George Washington and Era Elizabeth Caskey Reed; brothers, G.W., Bill, John, Jim and Dean Reed, grandson, Kevin Gazaway. He received numerous certificates
and accommodation medals while serving in the US Army in Germany, Japan, Laos and Viet Nam, retiring in 1968 as Chief Warrant Officer-Aviation. He then served the City of Griffin in
many capacities as a building official and zoning administrator, earning many honors and achievements prior to his retirement. Survivors include his wife Jacqueline Kimbrel Reed;
sons, Robert L. Reed, Jr. and wife Brenda and Brian Reed, great-granddaughter, Brittany Gazaway of GA; brother, JC Reed of Waldron and sister Nell (Paul) Holland of Mansfield and
numerous nieces and nephews.
The Waldron News
13 October 2010
RUBY REED
Ruby Reed, 77, of Danville, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 in the Waldron Nursing Center.
Ruby is survived by two sons Johnny Reed and wife Belle of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Michael Reed and wife Sharon
of Lavaca, Arkansas; one daughter Vonda Hunt and husband Billy of Danville, Arkansas; nine grandchildren; two
great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Smith of Mena, Arkansas, Floyd Smith of Waldron, Arkansas and several
nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by husband John W. Reed and her parents, David and
Permellie Smith. Graveside services were at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2010 at the Square Rock Cemetery
with interment to follow. Services are under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
The Waldron News
31 March 1999
THOMAS ANDREW REED
Thomas Andrew Reed, 64, of Waldron, died Friday, March 26, 1999 in
his home. He was retired Chief Petty Officer for U.S. Navy, a member of
Waldron Church of Christ, a veteran of Korean Conflict and Vietnam, and
a former resident of Rockdale, Tex. He was the son of Arthur and Irene
Reed.
Funeral service was at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, March 30 in Waldron
Church of Christ with burial at 2:30 p.m. at the National Cemetery in
Fort Smith.
Survivors include two sisters: Ruth Davis, of Baton Rouge,
Louisiana and Cleo Ashby, of Georgetown, Tex; several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers were Tommy Williams, Robert Wagner, Norel Stamps, Brad
Stamps, Sam James and Rick Metcalf.
Honorary pallbearer was Paul Jenkins and Emery Crump.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
4 March 1998
VIRGINIA DARLENE REED
Virginia Darlene Reed, 39, of Waldron, died Saturday, February 28,
1998 in a Waldron hospital. She was a homemaker.
Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 1998 at Martin
Funeral Home with cremation to follow.
Survivors include two daughters: Lisa Elizabeth Plowman, of Dierks
and Amanda Ingles, of Nola; one son, John Troy Pritchard, of Waldron; one
sister, Patricia Thomas, of Duncan, Oklahoma; one brother, Lindell Byford,
of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Scott County Times
7 March 2001
WILLIAM REED
William Hubert Reed, 81, of Waldron died February 24, 2001 in
a Waldron hospital. He was a retired cannery worker, he attended
Lamb Baptist Church and his hobbies were hunting, fishing and
gardening and he was preceded in death by one daughter, Willene
Tellez.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 2 pm
at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Buffalo Cemetery in
Boles, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Reed of the home; two
daughters, Gerri Lewis of Lodi, California and Linda Holden of Lodi,
California; one son, Ed Reed of Lodi, California; 10 grandchildren
and 28 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Robert Thornburg, Billy Lunsford, Charles
Lunsford, Buddy Helton, Jerry Lasiter and Darrin Milligan.
The Waldron News
23 May 2012
MARION HACKETT REEVES
Marion Hackett Reeves, 74, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas, passed from this life in
Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, May 12, 2012. Marion was born on July 26, 1937 in New York City to John and
Julia Hackett. Marion worked as a teacher and a Quality Control Manager for Tyson Foods until her retirement
in 2000. She loved to work at the Jacksonville Public Library, grow flowers, travel and spend time with her
family. Marion was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Marion is survived by three sons,
George Williams of Winesberg, Ohio, David Williams of Harvey, Arkansas and John Williams of Russellville,
Arkansas; three daughters, Robin Reeves of Jacksonville, Florida, Dimity Beran of Witcherville, Arkansas and
Karyn Lane of Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Marion is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Her
children were blessed to have such a wonderful mother and will miss her forever. A memorial service will be held
Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the Harmony Freewill Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Gary
Martin officiating. Interment will be in the Freedom Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
12 November 2014
BERNICE BAYLESS REGNIER
Mrs. Bernice Bayless Regnier, age 89, a resident of Horatio, Arkansas, died Saturday, November 8, 2014 in the Waldron Nursing Center. She was born July 26, 1925 in Walnut Springs,
Arkansas. She was a retired educator, having worked in the Cove, Horation and DeQueen School Systers, and was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church in Horation. Mrs.
Regnier was preceded in death by her parents: Cyrus Calvin and Bess Stafford Bayless; one daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Daryl Gibson of Willis, Texas; two grandsons and
granddaughters-in-law, Dylan and Tricia Lewis of Austin, Texas and Lucas and Anna Regnier of Fayetteville, Arkansas; two granddaughters and a grandson-in-law, Elizabeth and Darren
Senior of The Woodlands, Texas and Courtney Grill of Wisconsin; 9 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday,
November 11, 2014 in the Horatio Cemetery with Rev. Phil Smith officiating, under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home. The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, November
10, 2014 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to First United Methodisst in Horatio.
The Waldron News
17 September 2014
DANIEL THOMAS REID
Daniel Thomas Reid "Danny Duffy" of Waldron, Arkansas, formerly of Inglis, Florida, went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2014 in Waldron, Arkansas, when he lost his battle with
terminal cancer. Daniel was born April 21, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to Wallace Reid and Pearl Ayers. Daniel was 64 years, 4 months and 20 days old. Daniel was married to his wife
Sandra Reid for 45 years. She remained by his side faithfully until his last breath. He retired from the Sooline Railroad after 17 years and becamce a successful Seafood Wholesaler
for 21 years. Daniel had a love of Dodge hot rods and loved to ride motorcycles. Anyone who knew him could tell you he loved to have an ice cold beer at the Mouse Trap Saloon Country
Club. More than anything Daniel loved his family. Daniel is survived by his wife, Sandra Reid of the home, three sons: Thomas Reid of Inglis, Florida, James Reid and his wife Wendy,
of Seattle Washington, Shawn Reid of Inglis, Florida, one daughter, Jennifer Baker and husband Michael of Fort Edward, New York. Daniel will forever remain in the hearts of 18
grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, two brothers, Victor Pellico of Chicago, Illinois, Patrick Duffy and wife Bonnie of Orlando, Florida, one sister, Sandra Duffy of Hometown,
Illinois. Daniel will missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives were impacted by him including, a host of nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. Daniel is preceded in death
by his father, Wallace Reid and his mother Pearl Duffy and step father, Thomas Duffy, three brothers, James Duffy, Robert Englehorn, and Steven Reid, one grandson, Christopher Baker and
one granddaughter, Haley Baker. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
12 June 2013
VIVIAN SUE REIMER
Vivian Sue Reimer, the daughter of George and Edith Bias, was born September 20, 1947 and departed from this life on May 31,
2013 in Y City, Arkansas at the age of 65 years, eight months, 11 days. Vivian grew up in the Woodall community, close to
Tahlequah, Oklahoma. She attended Woodall and Tahlequah schools. Vivian lived and worked in California and Houston, Texas.
In Texas, Vivan took art classes and became an accomplished painter. After marrying and divorcing, she became best friends
with Regina Kay Shearn and they decided to leave the hustle and bustle of big city life in Houston to reside in the peaceful
community of Y City, Arkansas. There she set up her "Red Barn" and sold antiques and statuaries. Vivian always had a love for
dogs. She began breeding and selling Yorkies and had kennels set up on their place at Y City. Her favorite dog was a beautiful
red headed Yorkie named "Delilah." Vivian readily stated her love for the Lord and her desire to be with Him and her beloved
Mother. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers: Joe V., Dallas and Dennis Bias; her sisters: Joyce Strong and
Wynona Rose. Vivian is survived by her brother George Bias and sister-in-law, Martha D. Bias; her two nieces she called her
kids, Jan Stephens and Rita Bias; her nieces: Wynona Hayes, Wanda Otte, Iris Kay Rose and Marie Rose; nephews: Roger Strong,
Billy Ray Waldon, Dwayne Rose, Rick Rose and David Lee; spouses of her nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and a host
of friends. Funeral services will be held at Hart Funeral Home in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The family of Vivian Sue Reimer invites you to come by Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas on Friday, June
14, 2013 for a meet and greet memorial from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The family would like to meet their friends and
acquaintances who shared their lives in Y City, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Disaster Relief Fund
at Community National Bank.
Scott County Times
3 July 2002
JACK JASON REMER
Danville--Funeral services for Jack Jason Remer, 68, of Danville were held Tuesday,
July 2, 2002 at 2 pm at Egypt Freewill Baptist Church. Burial followed at Egypt Cemetery
at Blue Ball under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Remer died
Saturday, June 29, 2002 at his home in Danville. He was a farmer, rancher and cabinet
builder, member of Egypt Free Will Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and adult
Sunday School teacher. He was a veteran of the Korean War and was preceded in death by
his father, Donald Remer and a son, Adam Remer. Survivors include his wife, Joan; two sons,
Jason Remer of Fairfax, Virginia and Aaron Remer of Russellville; his mother, Millie Remer
of Danville; two sisters, Donna Jane Stewart of Kansas City, Missouri and Grethen Gay of
Olatha, Kansas; and twenty grandchildren. Pallbearers were Glenda Vaughn, Becky Wilkins,
Patricia Millard, Lisa Fowler, Sheila Millard and Shell Solley. Honorary pallbearers were
Robert Leeper, Chuck Pickett, Roy Wilkins, Lonnie Apple, Shane Millard, Jackie Allen,
Terry Solley and Stacy Fowler.
The Waldron News
5 June 2013
JACOB LUCAS REMER
Jacob Lucas Remer, age 23, of Dardanelle died Friday, May 24, 2013. He was born December 31, 1989 at Russellville to Charles
Aaron and Heidi Marie Joiner Remer. He was a 2008 graduate of Dardanelle High School. He loved his family, the ocean, was a
loyal friend and a loving and attentive uncle. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jack Jason Remer. Survivors
include his parents, Aaron and Heidi Remer of Harkey's Valley; two sisters, Mariana Remer of Alaska and Erin Raymond and
husband Anthoney of Missoui; two nephews, Blayze and Tyler and many other relatives and friends. Memorial services were held
at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 31, 2013 at the Russellville First Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Remer officiating. Cremation
arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home and River Valley Cremations in Dardanelle.
Scott County Times
6 August 2003
MILLIE JANE MATTOX REMER
Danville--Millie Jane Mattox Remer slipped the bonds of this earth on August 3,
2003. She was born in Burlington, Kansas to Jason and Lora Mattox on December 7,
1904, the only girl among five siblings. After several years in college, she
taught all ages in Otumwa, Kansas one room school, riding her horse for
transportation. Millie met Daniel Remer at his brother Milton's farm near
Burlington, Kansas. Married in 1927 they owned the only store at Sharp, Kansas.
Three children were born there to the union. The store burned during the 30's
depression and the family moved to El Dorado Springs, Missouri in 1935. Donald
owned a Marshalls Auto Supply store, served on the city council and both were
active in the community. Millie was teacher and superintendent of the Christian
Church. They moved to Sedalia, Missouri in the late 50's. There Millie taught
in a handicapped school for several years. Deciding to retire in Blue Ball,
Arkansas, they bought four acres adjoining their son's land. Don and Jack
designed and helped build their two story "log cabin." Millie and Don became
very active in the AARP, Senior Citizens, Eastern Star and Masonic chapters. For
several years she wrote a "memories" column for the local paper called "From
These Hills." Her husband, Donald, passed over in August 1994. Millie spent her
last years in Mitchell's Nursing Home in Danville, Arkansas. She was preceded in
death by her son Jack Jason; grandson, Thomas Adam; and great granddaughter Windy.
Surviving are her daughters, Gretchen Demby of Olathe, Kansas, Donna Jane Stewart
of Kansas City, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Joan Remer; five grandchildren and
sixteen great grandchildren. She leaves a great gift of love, compassion and
community service to all who would walk in her shoes. Beloved Mother. Visitation
will be at Martin's Funeral Home in Waldron, Thursday, August 7, 2003 from 6
to 8 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 8, 2003 at 11 am at
Little Egypt Church in Blue Ball, Arkansas. Interment at Little Egypt Cemetery.
The Waldron News
27 January 1999
THOMAS ADAM REMER
Thomas Adam Remer, 34, of Blue Ball, Arkansas died Jan. 16 in
his home. He was a commercial pilot, a member of the Aircraft Owners
Association, a member of the National Rifle Association and attended
the Egypt Freewill Baptist Church.
Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Jan. 21, at the Egypt Freewill
Baptist Church with burial at Egypt Cemetery in Blue Ball, Arkansas
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
He was survived by the mother of his children, Linda Remer;
five daughters, Marilyn Joan Remer, Charlie Michelle Remer, Millie
Jane Remer, Windy Lyn Remer, April Dawn Remer all of Harrison,
Arkansas; two sons, Donald Jack Remer and Michael Blaine Remer both
of Harrison, Arkansas; parents, Jack and Joan Remer of Blue Ball,
Arkansas; one sister, Ora Jane Meredith of Harrison, Arkansas; two
brothers, Sherman Jason Remer and Charles Aaron Remer both of
Russellville, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Lonnie Apple, Bradley Apple, Roy Wilkens,
Terry Owens, Allen James and Virgil Wilkins.
Viewing was from 2 to 9 p.m. Jan. 20, and Honorary pallbearer
was Cledis Fowler.
The Waldron News
12 September 2001
WINDY LYNN REMER
Windy Lynn Remer, age 9 of Danville, died Friday, August 30, 2001. Windy
was born June 26, 1992 in Russellville, Arkansas. She was a student at S.C.
Tucker Elementary School in Danville and attended the First Baptist Church in
Danville. She was preceded in death by her father, Adam Remer and grandparents,
Myrle and Blaine Reece.
Survivors are her mother, Linda Reece Remer; two brothers, Donald Jack
Remer and Michael Blaine Remer; four sisters, April Dawn Remer, Millie Jane
Remer, Marilyn Joan Remer and Charlie Mechelle Remer all of Danville;
grandparents, Jack and Joan Remer of Blue Ball and great-grandmother, Millie
Remer of Danville.
Services were Saturday, September 1, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist
Church in Danville, with Rev. Delton Beall officiating. Interment was in Egypt
Cemetery in Blue Ball by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville. Pallbearers were
Donald Remer, Aaron Remer, Terry Solley, Rick Milsap, Eric Wilkins and Joe
Hissom.
Resident Press
9 December 2020
JESSE ANTHONY RENDON
Jesse Anthony Rendon of Waldron, Arkansas (formerly of San Pedro, California) passed from this life, Saturday, November 28, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas. Jesse was born March 29, 1960, in
Torrance, California. He was 60 years old. As a young man, Jesse spent 4 years proudly serving in the United States Navy. He was a California native but had lived in Arkansas for many
years. He worked at Tyson Foods in Waldron and had made a lot of friends while there. When he wasn�t working Jesse enjoyed cooking, gardening, photography and watching USC Trojan football
and LA Dodger baseball. Jesse leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of seven years, Joan Rendon of the home, one son, Johnny Rendon of Mena, Arkansas, one daughter, Desiree Brown
of Little Rock, Arkansas and one step daughter, Danielle Arnett and husband Daniel of Mena, Arkansas. Jesse is also survived by his grandchildren: Dylan Boles, Carlee Arnett and Lawsyn
Arnett, as well as his siblings: Yolanda Aguero and husband Tony, Rosie Ybarra and husband Louie, Maria Montelongo and husband Eddie, and Alfred Romero. Jesse will be missed by all that
knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and one great great niece. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents,
Antonio Rendon and Alfred and Irene Romero. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
13 June 2007
GERALDINE REPASS
Geraldine Repass, 87, of Huntington, AR died Thursday, May 31, 2007 in a nursing home. She was a homemaker
and a member of Westside Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce. Funeral was at
2:00 p.m. Monday, June 4, at Westside Pentecostal Church with burial at Huntington Cemetery in Huntington, AR
under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood. She is survived by one brother, Billy McGinthia
of Greenwood. Pallbearers were Philip McGinthia, Jim McGinthia, Bobby Elmore, Ronnie Elmore, Donnie Elmore
and Kenney Noblitt.
The Waldron News
6 June 2007
JULIA LOIS FRIDAY RETTMANN
Julia Lois Friday Rettmann, age 70, a resident of Dierks, AR died Sunday, June 3, 2007 in the Dierks
Health and Rehab Center. She was born August 18, 1936 in Lockesburg, AR to Elon and Fannie Cannon Friday.
Julia was a retired librarian, a member of the D.A.R. and a Baptist. She was a devoted wife, mother and
grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Rettmann, Jr. in 2000. Julia is survived by
a son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Karen Rettmann of Waldron; two daughrers and sons-in-law, Sandra and
Dusty Currey of Gurdon, and Angie and Jeff Tipton of Dierks; four sisters, Elverna Sykes, Illene Snow and
Velma Owens, of Lockesburg, and Sharon Davis of Dierks; a brother, Ron Friday; seven grandchildren, Darren
suitor, Dustin Suitor, Lindsey Rettmann, Cameron Coston, Kyle Currey, Jaron Tipton and Calan Tipton; and
two great-grandchildren, Emma Suitor and Cecelia Suitor. Funeral services for Mrs. Rettmann were held at
2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2007 in the First Baptist Church of Lockesburg with Rev. Don Jones officiating.
Burial followed in the Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of the Wilkerson Funeral Home of DeQueen.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn. Central Arkansas Chapter, 411 S. Victory, Suite 202, Little
Rock, AR 72201.
The Waldron News
24 November 2010
BARBARA CATHERINE REYMAN
Barbara Catherine Reyman, 72, of Gastonia, North Carolina, previously of Waldron, Arkansas, passed from this
life Sept. 16, 2010. Barbara was born Dec. 5, 1937 in New York, New York, to the late Frank and Catherine
Senello. Survived by her husband Bernard Cornelius Reyman, one brother, Frank Senello, six children, son Richard
and wife Joanne of Raleigh, N.C., son Phillip of Levittown, N.Y., son Paul and wife Cathy of Suffolk, VA, daughter
Debra Crocitto and husband Nick of Levittown, N.Y., son Peter and wife Jacquelyn of Waldron, AR, and son Bernard
and wife Alicia of Gastonia, NC, 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral mass to be held at St. Jude
Thaddeus Catholic Church this Friday, Nov. 26th at 6 p.m.
The Waldron News
24 November 2010
BERNARD CORNELIUS REYMAN
Bernard Cornelius Reyman, 75, of Gastonia, North Carolina, previously of Waldron, Arkansas, passed from this life
Oct. 20, 2010. Bernard was born Jan. 6, 1935 in Queens, New York, to the late Bernard and Theresa Reyman. Preceded
in death by wife Barbara Catherine Reyman. Survived by one sister, Kathy Sabatto of New York, six children; son
Richard and wife Joanne of Raleigh, N.C., son Phillip of Levittown, N.Y., son Paul and wife Cathy of Suffolk, VA,
daughter Debra Crocitto and husband Nick of Levittown, N.Y., son Peter and wife Jacqueline of Waldron, AR, and
son Bernard and wife Alicia of Gastonia, NC; 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral mass to be held
at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church this Friday, Nov. 26th at 6 p.m.
The Waldron News
2 July 2008
JENELL REYNOLDS
Jenell "Hale" Reynolds, 74, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, June 26, 2008 in a Waldron hospital.
She was retired from Home Health Care, and attended the Chant Pentecostal Church of God. She is survived by
her husband of 57 years, Doyle Reynolds; son Brian Reynolds of Kittitas, Washington; 2 daughters Marsha
Howell of Waldron and Jan Hunt and husband Sid of Waldron; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral
service was 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 30, 2008 at the Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron with interment at
the Duncan Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jeff Brown, Travis Burdess, kelly Crenshaw, Randell Hale, Bill Hays
and John Smoot. Honorary pallbearers were Don Hale, Jim Hunt, Joel Howell, Kenneth Howell, Butch Morgan,
Mel Keener and Stacy Fowler.
The Waldron News
21 February 2001
FRANCES LEE RHOADES
Frances Lee Rhoades, 71, of Gravelly, Arkansas died Sunday, February
18, 2001 in Hot Springs. She was a farmer and a member of Mt. Vernon
Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents,
Rush & Tommye Rhoads, and a brother, George Rhoades. She was a member of
Gravelly Chapter of Eastern Star.
Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 21 at
Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church. Eastern Star Graveside Service
will be at Young Gravelly Cemetery in Gravelly, AR under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
She is survived by several cousins. Pallbearers are Bill Hogue,
Joe Hogue, Bobby Rhoades, Aaron Rhoades, Wayne Rhoades and Harry
Wayne Rhoades.
The Waldron News
23 April 2008
JUNIOR HARRISON RHOADES
Junior Harrison Rhoades, age 78, of Bluffton, Arkansas died Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at his home. He was born
December 3, 1929 at Young Gravelly, Arkansas to the late George Harrison and Louise Stone Rhoades. He was a
retired pipefitter for Alcoa, a farmer, and attended Nola Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his
first wife, Lillie Mae Magness Rhoades, brother, George Herman Rhoades and sister, Clarice Kendricks. Survivors
include wife, Alice Friend Rhoades; sons and daughters-in-law, Harrison and Judy Rhoades of Benton, Wayne and
Susan Rhoades of Gravelly, Jim and Loria Rhoades of Havana, Charles and Dee Rhoades of Benton; daughter, Linda
K. Rhoades of Benton; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Nina Bird of Wichita, Kansas; step-
sons and daughters-in-law, Edward and Beverly Brothers of Dardanelle, Floyd and Jeffiner Brothers of Casa,
Leroy Friend of Mena; step-daughter, Barbara Sue Friend of Mena; four step-grandchildren and three step-great-
grandchildren. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2008 at Nola Church of Christ with Mack Parks
officiating. Burial was at Young Gravelly Cemetery. Pallbearers were Steven Strong, Harry Rhoades, Jr., Jay
Rhoades, Jimmy Rhoades, Jr., Kelly Hill and Ron Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers included Austin, Billy Wayne
and Connor. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville.
The Waldron News
17 December 2008
MARY RHOADES
Mary Rhoades, age 80, of Gravelly died Friday, December 11, 2008 at Chambers Memorial Hospital. She was born
February 15, 1928 in Nola, Arkansas to the late Ben & Eloise Joslin Morehead. She was a homemaker, poultry farmer,
and a member of Mulberry Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Willa Dean
James, infant sister Jewell Dean Morehead and nephew Roy Syler. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, B.W.
Rhoades; son & daughter-in-law, Ray & Charlotte Rhoades of Nola; daughter & son-in-law, Vickie & Jim Roberson of
Bluffton; grandchildren, Shaun & Tonia Rhoades of Harvey, Brooke Strunk of Waldron; great grandchildren,
Makenzie & Kacey Strunk, Randa Rhoades, one more great-grandson to be here in March; nephew Roscoe Wagner of
Mt. Pine, AR; and a host of family & friends. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, at Mulberry
Free Will Baptist Church in Gravelly with Rev. Dan Oslin officiating. Burial was at Parks Cemetery in Gravelly.
Pallbearers were Tommy Vanover, Allen Austin, J.A. Hunnicutt, Shaun Rhoades, Jim Roberson, Roscoe Wagner,
Bradley Pickens and J.B. Wagner. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville.
The Waldron News
17 February 1999
QUINN McCRAW RHOADS
Quinn McCraw Rhoads, 89, of Waldron died Feb. 9 in a Fort Smith
nursing home. She was a homemaker, a member of the Waldron United
Methodist Church and a honorary member of the Goddard United Methodist
Women of Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was the widow of Silas Rhoads.
Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Feb. 13 at Martin Funeral
Home Chapel of Waldron with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Survivors include one daughter and son in law, Doris Jean and
Hilton Beaty of Fort Smith; one step daughter, Lucille Stoneberger of
Waldron; one son and daughter in law, Donald and Kay Rhoads of Plano,
Texas; two sisters, Treva Lacefield of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Wanda Jo
Holbert of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two brothers, Fuell McCraw of Parks,
John McCraw of Parks; five grandchildren, Marian Conrad of Fort Smith,
Leah Cheek of Plano, Texas, Lawrence Beaty of Atlanta, Georgia, Lance
Beaty of Fort Smith, David Rhoads of Plano, Texas; two step grandsons,
Allan Stoneberger of Gallipolis, Ohio and Joshua Ellis of Plano,
Texas; 14 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Lawrence, Lance and Chris Beaty, David Rhoads,
Josh Ellis, Allan Stoneberger, Dan Cheek and Patrick Conrad.
Viewing was from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
25 August 1999
EDNA JEWEL HALL RHODES
Mrs. Edna Jewel Hall Rhodes, age 90, a resident of Parks, Arkansas
died on Sunday, August 22, 1999 in Parks, Arkansas. She was born April 2,
1909 in Texas, and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her
husband, Clarence Rhodes on March 8, 1976 and one son, Clarence Kindell
Rhodes on December 27, 1989.
She is survived by two daughters, Nell Sides of Parks, Arkansas and
Patsy Rhodes of Belleville, Wisconsin; three grandchildren; four great-
grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service for Mrs. Rhodes will be held at 2:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, August 25, 1999 in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel with
Elder Raymond Leard officiating. Burial will follow in the Redmen Cemetery.
The Waldron News
4 February 2015
MELANIE ANN RHODES
Melanie Ann Rhodes, age 45 of Dardanelle died Sunday, January 25, 2015 at River Valley Medical Center in Dardanelle. She was born August 17, 1969 in Russellville to Jeanette Pritchett
Hale and the late Ronald Lee Pritchett. She was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Greenwood. She was preceded in death by her father, son, Braedyn Rhodes and maternal
grandparents, Bob and Erma Kennedy. Survivors include a daughter, Kynlea Rhodes of the home; mother, Jeanette Hale, Russellville; fiance, James Collins of the home; brother, Russell
(Heather) Hale, Waldron; grandfather, Bob Reed, Greenwood; nephew, Chase Hale, Waldron. Graveside services were Tuesday, 11 a.m., Gilliam Cemetery in Greenwood with Rev. Ronnie Deal
officiating. Visitation was Monday, 5 to 7 p.m. at Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. Visitation was also 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. before the service. Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral
Home in Dardanelle.
The Waldron News
20 May 2009
CHLOE NELLIE RHYNE
Chloe Nellie Rhyne, 93, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 in a Waldron, Arkansas
nursing home. Chloe was born in Cauthron, Arkansas on September 16, 1915, the daughter of the late
Lee Ross and Mattie (Page) Kirk. She was a member of the Waldron First Church of the Nazarene and retired
from Tyson Foods. Chloe is survived by a daughter, Paulette Rhyne Goble and husband Charlie of Tulsa,
Oklahoma; three sons, Danny Rhyne and wife Linda of Waldron, Arkansas, Kirk Rhyne and wife Terry of
Fresno, Ohio, Mitch Rhyne and wife Donna of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and one daughter-in-law (widow of James Lee
Rhne) Dora Rhyne of Waldron, Arkansas. Chloe is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren
and three great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Ed Rhyne, one son, James Lee
Rhyne and one great granddaughter. Chloe's funeral service was at the Waldron First Church of the
Nazarene at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 14th, with Rev. Marvin Frederick officiating with interment in the
Birdsview Cemetery under the direction of the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Steve Rhyne, Rhyne Goble, Kenny Johnston, Ronnie Rhyne, Pete Powell and Bennie
Newberry.
The Waldron News
2 July 2008
JAMES LEE RHYNE
James Lee Rhyne, 71, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away June 26, 2008 in a Ft. Smith hospital.
He was retired Military and a member of the Waldron Nazarene Church. He is survived by his
wife Dora Rhyne of Waldron, Arkansas; his mother Chloe Rhyne of Waldron, Arkansas; 3 brothers
Danny and wife Linda Rhyne of Waldron, Arkansas, Kirk and wife Terry of Fresno, Ohio, Mitch and
wife Donna Donna of Tulsa, Oklahoma; 1 sister Paulette Goble and husband Charlie of Tulsa, Oklahoma;
5 children, Kathy and huband Kenny Johnston of Waldron, Arkansas, Teryl and Fred Jackson of Ft.
Smith, Arkansas, Jim and Angie Rhyne of Richland, Washington, Clint and Jennifer Massey of
Bentonville, Arkansas, Robert and Kate Massey of Austin, Texas; 8 grandchildren, La Shae
Johnston, Julie Johnston, Courtney Rhyne, Megan Rhyne, Jenna Rhyne, Robert Massey, Cadence Massey,
Caleb Massey; 1 great grandchild, Lane Tallmadge. Funeral service was 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 28,
2008 at the Waldron Nazarene Church with interment at the Birdsview Cemetery under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers were Pete Powell, Kenny Johnston, Eric Brigance, Clint
Massey, Sammy Hudson, Rhyne Goble and Robert Massey.
Scott County Times
2 May 2001
MERLE RHYNE
Merle Rhyne, 94, of Waldron died Friday, April 27, 2001 in a
Waldron hospital.
Funeral services were held at 2 pm Monday, April 30, 2001 at
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with burial following at Pleasant Grove #3
in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers were Bob Ammons, Steven Rhyne, Danny Rhyne, James
Rhyne, Benny Newberry, Tim Maxell and Mark Oliver.
Scott County Times
9 August 2000
STELLA RUTH RHYNE
Stella Ruth Rhyne, 79, of Seneca, Kansas, formerly of Waldron died Sunday, August 6, 2000
in Seneca. She was a homemaker and the widow of Hoyle Rhyne, Jr. Funeral services were held
at 10 am Tuesday, August 8, 2000 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Birdsview
Cemetery in Waldron. She was survived by one daughter, Sharon Bredemeter from Seneca, Kansas;
two sisters, Rubylea Wright of Danville, Arkansas and Lucille Moore of Ardmore, Oklahoma;
two grandchildren, Kevin Caskey of Seneca, Kansas and Jonna Simmons of Lawrence, Kansas and
two great-grandchildren, Brett and Kamerin.
The Waldron News
20 April 2022
BETTY J. RICE
Betty J. Rice, 99, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on April 10, 2022. She was born July 11, 1922 in McCurtain, Oklahoma to the late Burl A. and Lydia (Gerwein) Ramey. Betty is
survived by Gary Wayne Rice, Ph D., of New Jersey, Jeanne Camille Little of Houston, Texas, Vicki Nell Head of Midland, Arkansas, Valerie Ann Hill of Waldron, Arkansas, grandchildren;
John Evans, Jamie Gilbert, Mark Evans, Jeanne Hill, Bob Hill, Amanda Hanna, Galen Rice, Sarah Brumfield, Mary Brumfield, 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She
is preceded in death by her parents, husband Gerald Rice, daughter Verna Juan Rice, brother James Ramey and one granddaughter Kendra Jean Evans. Visitation will be on Wednesday April
13, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday April 14, 2022 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. A private burial will
be at Birdsview cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Honorary pallbearers will be Jamie Gilbert, Bob Hill, Robert Hill, Roger Rice, John Evans, Mark
Evans, Craig Ballegeer, and Dwayne Little.
The Waldron News
28 November 2018
CARL HUGH RICE
Carl Hugh Rice of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Friday, November 16, 2018 in Waldron, Arkansas. Carl was born November 12, 1938 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas to Bird Tolison Rice and
Marjorie Nell (Perkins) Rice. Carl was 80 years and 4 days old. Carl grew up in Waldron, Arkansas and graduated from Waldron HIgh School. He enjoyed photography and tinkering on cars.
Carl leaves behind to cherish his memory, his nephew and nieces, Richard Lee Rice of Dewey Oklahoma, Cynthia Sue Shaffer of Woodstock, Virginia and Carol Ann Blackhurst of Orlando,
Florida as well as a friend and caregiver, Stephanie Holland. Carl will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted throughout the years. Carl was preceded in
death by his parents, Bird and Marjorie Rice and two brothers: John Douglas Rice and Harold Bird Rice. Carl's life celebration was 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at the Heritage
Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Diane Miller officiating. Interment followed in the Duncan Cemetery. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Carl's pallbearers were Danny Hitchcock, Stoney Wright, Larry Rose, Blake Wright and Lyndy Holland. Carl's visitation was held Tuesday, November 20,
2018 from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral hour at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
17 March 1999
CHESTER A. RICE
Chester A. Rice, 79, of Lee's Summit, Missouri died on Monday,
March 8, 1999 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
Mr. Rice was born on September 23, 1919 in Waldron. He was a
member of the Baptist Chuch. In 1971 he was the Worshipful Master of
the Kaw Lodge #272 of Kansas City, Kansas.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Fairy Rice; one son,
Chet Rice, of Kansas City, Missouri; five daughters: Mary Ann Lococo
and Nancie Spears, both of Independence, Missouri, Linda Stewart, of
Rogers, Brenda Cundiff and Renee Juhn, both of Lee's Summit, Missouri;
one sister, Vesta Taylor, of Shawnee, Kansas; 15 grandchildren and 16
great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung
Association of Western Missouri, 2007 Broadway, Kansas City, Missouri
64108.
Langsford Funeral Home in Lee's Summit, Missouri was in charge
of arrangements.
Scott County Times
24 December 2003
HAROLD B. RICE
Waldron--Graveside services for Harold B. Rice, 70, of Waldron, were held Monday,
December 22, 2003 at 2 pm at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home of Waldron. Mr. Rice died Thursday, December 18, 2003 at his home. He was a veteran
of the US Air Force. Survivors include two daughters, Cynthia Shaffer of Waldorf,
Maryland and Carol Blackhurst of Orlando, Flora; one son, Richard Rice of Bartlesville,
Oklahoma; one brother, Carl Rice of Waldron; and eight grandchildren.
Scott County Times
4 June 2003
HAZEL RICE
Hazel Dean Rice, born to Henry and Minnie Payne Taff September 25, 1906, left
this world to join her loved ones in Heaven on May 24, 2003. She was born in
Scott County and lived in the Birdsview community all her life. In 1924, she
married Claud Theodore "Jimmie" Rice and they celebrated 69 years together
until his death in 1993. She was also preceded in death by her daughter,
Claudean, in 1944 and son-in-law, Udell Harris in 1980.
Hazel (Mamaw) loved her family, she loved her church and she loved life.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend and displayed this
through her unconditional love, kindness, support and warm hugs. There was
always a kind word with gentleness beyond description. There was strength
beneath her softness that surpassed even our imagination. To have lived more
than 96 years, experienced war, depressions, arising to adult responsibilities
in her youth by helping her family and neighbors, raising a family and working
the farm was great accomplishment. Then, being able to continue to live at
home until her very recent illness is nothing short of miraculous strength.
She leaves a son and his wife, Ray and Vestal Rice of Waldron, a daughter,
Roberta Harris of Ft. Smith. Six grandchildren include Ralph Rice of Houston,
Texas; Sherry Plummer of Waldron; Christy Rogers of Benton; Daren Johnson of
Plano, Texas; Bobby Harris of Prairie Grove; Becky Harris of Ft. Smith; and grandson
in spirit, her neighbor, Scott Clemons. Great-grandchildren and great-great
are Jennifer London and daughter Hannah of Searcy; Tracie Mathis and daughter
Lauren of Greenwood; Jon Plummer and children Cayla and Seth of Russellville;
Haley Rogers of Russellville; Brian Taylor and children Jordan and Lauren of
Russellville; Audra and Shannon Harris of Prairie Grove; and Anna and Sarah
Johnson of Plano, Texas. She also has two nieces and two nephews.
Services were held at the Birdsview Methodist Church near Waldron Tuesday,
May 27th at 10:30 a.m. with interment following, and the Rev. Pat Biggs
officiating. Pallbearers were Ralph Rice, Ronnie Plummer, Brian Johnson,
Roger Rice, Randy Hall and Scott Clemons.
The Waldron News
18 December 2002
LUCILLE LINCKS RICE
Lucille Lincks Rice, 84, of Van Buren, Arkansas
departed this life on Saturday, December 14th, 2002
in a local hospital.
She was born September 19, 1918 in Bates,
Arkansas to William Henry and Lou Emma Sliger. She
was the widow of the late George Richard Lincks, her
first husband. She later remarried and was widowed by
the late Charles Waylen "Si" Rice of Waldron, AR.
She was a homemaker, a member of the Senior
Bowling League at Midland Bowl on both teams; Blue
Monday and 39'ers Plus. She was a member of Northpark
Baptist Church and the LLL Club at Northpark Baptist
Church.
Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday,
December 17th, 2002 at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home
Chapel, with interment following at Forest Park Cemetery
in Fort Smith under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma
Funeral Home, Van Buren, AR. Mrs. Rice's grandson,
the Reverend Randy Miller, with the Reverend Mike
Taylor assisting, conducted the service.
She is survived by a daughter, Mona S. Miller
of Van Buren, AR; six sons, Richard M. Lincks of
Maumelle, AR, Darrell R. Lincks of Moore, OK,
Carroll R. Moore of Tulsa, OK, D.J. Lincks of Van
Buren, AR, Jim W. Lincks of Richardson, TX, and
John H. Lincks of Broken Arrow, OK; 14 grandchildren;
nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great grand-
children also survive her.
Pallbearers were her grandsons Eddie Dean
Miller, Harold Gene Lincks, Mark Aaron Lincks,
Danny Cox, Wesley Earl Miller, Justin Carroll Lincks,
Darrell Lincks, Jr. and John Ryan Lincks.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jay Sorrells,
Doyel Evans, Bud Rice, Kevin Hickman, Lee Jones
and Kurt Matthews.
Memorial contributions may be made to North-
park Baptist Church, c/o 1516 North 11th Street,
Van Buren, Arkansas 72956.
Scott County Times
9 April 2003
MARJORIE RICE
Marjorie Nell Rice, 94, of Waldron, Arkansas died Sunday, March 30,
2003 in a Waldron nursing home. She was a retired cafeteria worker, a
seamstress, and widow of Bird T. Rice. She was preceded in death by one
son, John D. Rice; two sisters, Thelma & Marie; two brothers, Tom and
Jeff Perkins.
Graveside services were held at 10:00 am on Thursday, April 3, with
burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
She is survived by two sons, Harold Rice and Carl Rice both of Waldron;
one brother, Ray Perkins of Abbott, Arkansas; four grandchildren and 10
great-grandchildren.
The Waldron News
10 February 2016
THELMA LEE (CRUTCHFIELD) RICE
Thelma Lee (Crutchfield) Rice of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, February 3, 2016 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Thelma Lee
was born October 18, 1924 in Winfield, Arkansas to Breamer Crutchfield and Bernice Frances (McCain) Crutchfield. Thelma was 91 years, 3 months and 16 days old. Thelma was a faithful
Christian, homemaker and long time member of Waldron First Baptist Church. She was involved in many church activities. During an 18 year term, Thelma worked as a clerk for the State of
Arkansas Legislative Session as her husband was serving as State Representative for the people of his district. Together Thelma worked with Bud and they founded Rice Furniture in
Waldron, Arkansas. Thelma and Bud enjoyed working on numerous mission construction projects with Arkansas Campers on Mission. Thelma leaves behind to cherish her memory, two daughters:
Jalene DeVorak and husband Jerry of DesArc, Arkansas, Fran Chisum and husband G.L. of St. Francisville, Louisiana and two sons: Larry Charles Rice and wife Barbara and Senator Terry
Rice and wife JoAnn all of Waldron, Arkansas and one sister in law Joyce Matthew of Tennessee. Mom Mom will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren; Deya DeVorak, Dilena
Ewing and husband Steve, Marcus DeVorak, Julie Bles and husband Scott, Amy Spillman and husband Brian, Driston Rice and wife Meagan, Jeremy Rice and wife Kim, Paul Rice and wife
Sarah as well as 19 great grandchildren. Thelma will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including an extended family of nieces, nephews, neighbors,
friends and dear loved ones. Thelma is preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, W.R. "Bud" Rice, her parents, Breamer and Bernice Crutchfield, one sister, Opal Cussons and
one grandson, Jonathan Chisum. Thelma's life celebration will be Saturday, February 6, 2016 at the Waldron First Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Ken Overturf and Bro.
Joe Haydon Hall officiating. Interment will follow in the Square Rock Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas. Thelma's pallbearers will be Mark DeVorak, Driston Rice, Jeremy Rice, Paul Rice, Brian Spillman and Steve Ewing. Honorary pallbearers will be Grant Rice, Garris Rice, Harleigh
Rice, Emmett Rice, Jace Ewing, Maylee Ewing, Kyrston Rice, Garron Rice, Dylan Rice, Lauren Reap, Madison Reap, Mason Spillman, Allison Spillman, Luke DeVorak, Natalie DeVorak, Brock
DeVorak, Emma Grace Bles, Sam Bles, Silas Bles, Scott Bles and Eric Charles Vongphakdy. Thelma's visitation was Friday, February 5, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage
Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas where Thelma's family received friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Scott County Times
25 September 2002
VIVIAN RICE
Vivian O. Rice, age 61 of Austin, Texas formerly of
Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, September 19 in
Austin. She was born December 26, 1940 in Waldron to the
late Winston and Thelma Rice. Vivian was a paralegal for
Advocacy Inc. and a Methodist. Funeral services were held
at 10 am Monday, September 23 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel
with Rev. Fred Mollenhauer officiating. Interment was held
at Birdsview Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Serving as pallbearers were
Larry Charles Rice, Ralph Rice, Ronnie Plummer, Robert Hill,
Larry Brigance and Reggie Owens.
Vivian is survived by one sister, Audean Taff of
Springfield, Oregon, two brothers, Winston V. Rice of
Waldron and Kelly J. Rice of Springfield, Oregon. She was
preceded in death by one brother, Gerald Rice. Other survivors
include seven nieces, six nephews, several cousins and a
host of friends.
The Waldron News
24 June 2009
W.R. "BUD" RICE
October 8, 1924 - June 20, 2009
W.R. "Bud" Rice, 84, of Waldron passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 at his home surrounded by his caring
family. He was born October 8, 1924 in Waldron to the late Worth & Med (Jones) Rice. He was a Christian, member
and trustee of Waldron First Baptist Church. He was a veteran of World War II in the Army Air Corp. Bud was
founder of Rice Furniture & Appliance Store in Waldron, AR. He served 18 years as Arkansas State Representative,
1977-1995, and was elected delegate in the Arkansas Constitutional Convention. He was past president of
Arkansas Furniture Association, formerly chairman of the board of Mercy Hospital of Scott County, board member
of Chambers Bank, Waldron and Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center. Bud and his wife were active
in Campers on Mission in numerous mission construction projects. He is survived by his loving wife of 64
years Thelma Lee Crutchfield Rice; two daughters, Jalene DeVorak and husband Jerry of DesArc, AR, Fran Chisum
and husband G.L. of St. Francisville, LA; two sons, Larry Charles Rice and wife Barbara, Terry Rice and wife
Jo Ann both of Waldron, Arkansas; one sister, Joyce Matthew of Waldron, and sister-in-law, Opal B. Cussons and
husband Clayton of Webster, SD. Bud is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Deya DeVorak, Dilene Ewing and husband
Steve, Marcus DeVorak and wife Susan, Julie Bles and husband Scott, Amy Spillman and husband Brian, Driston
Rice, Jeremy Rice and wife Kim, Paul Rice and wife Sarah; 19 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and
nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Si Rice, sister Charlene Brigance and grandson Jonathan
Chisum. Memorials may be made to the New Center for Life Building Fund, First Baptist Church Waldron, P.O. Box
248, Waldron, AR 72958. Bud's Going Home service was held Monday, June 22, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at the Waldron First
Baptist Church with Rev. Marcus Brown and Rev. Trey Plummer officiating with interment in the Square Rock
Cemetery under the direction of the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron. Pallbearers were Mark DeVorak,
Driston Rice, Jeremy Rice, Paul Rice, Brian Spillman and Steve Ewing. Honorary pallbearers were Tully Works,
Warren Gassaway, Johnie Ward, Jim Currier, Neil Cherry, Clyde Hawkins, Rev. Nelson Wilhelm, Jerrel Plummer and
Rice Furniture employees.
The Waldron News
26 September 2007
WANDA B. RICE
Wanda B. Rice, 79, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, September 21, 2007 in a Waldron hospital. She was
a Methodist by faith and a homemaker. Services were at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Martin
Funeral Home Chapel with interment at the Birdsview Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home.
She is survived by her husband, Winston Rice of the home; one son, Roger Glenn Rice of Waldron, Arkansas; four
sisters, Melba Kopf of Waldron, Arkansas; Robbie McDaniel of St. Charles, Missouri, Jewel Angel of Waldron,
Arkansas, and Margaret Harrison of Waldron, Arkansas; three brothers, J.M. Kopf of Blacksburg, Virginia,
Clarence Kopf of Waldron, Arkansas and Dale Kopf of Waldron, Arkansas; and numerous nieces
and nephews.
The Waldron News
13 April 2022
WINSTON VERN RICE
Winston Vern Rice, Jr., or just plain Jr. as he was known by everyone who knew and loved him, was called home on April 5, 2022 after a century of living life to the fullest here on
earth. He was surrounded by his loving family when God called him home. He was born July 13, 1921 to Winston Vern Rice, Sr., and Thelma (Davis) Rice. He was born in an old box house
on the very farm where he lived out his entire life except for 33 months that he was serving his country during World War II. Jr. was a private person who loved to stay at home and
work around the farm or build something in his shop. He was a retired carpenter who had continued to work until he was in his 80's. Even when he finally retired completely in 2005 to
care for his wife his knowledge of building homes was much in demand. People would bring him a house plan or an idea and ask him to give them his opinion or offer suggestions. His
knowledge continued to assist his son in construction right up until his death. If you took Jr., for a drive on the streets of Waldron or many of the roads in Scott County there was
very few that he would not point out a home and say "We built that" or "We put an addition on that". His work lives on in homes he built with care and pride. As he got older and it was
harder for him to do as many things, he passed his time on his front screened porch watching traffic on the highway and enjoying the hummingbirds and squirrels in the big old trees in
the yard. When his walking became difficult, he bought a 4-wheeler which he called his "legs" and continued to be active on the farm. He would bring his son baler twine to the field in
the summer while bailing hay and run errands of all sorts on his 4-wheeler. He was still riding it last summer at 100 years old. Even at 99 years old almost every day he would tell his
son or daughter-in-law I think I will go to the shop for a while. He never stopped being active or enjoying life and God blessed him with a long and healthy life. He is survived by one
son Roger Rice and wife Denise of the home, one brother Kelly J, Rice of Springfield, OR, and one sister Audean B. Taff also of Springfield, OR. He is also survived by numerous nieces,
nephews, two step-grandsons and 4 step great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Wanda (Kopf) Rice, his parents, Winston and Thelma, one brother Gerald Rice
and his baby sister Vivian Rice. He was the oldest of five children and he was loved and respected by all his family. He will be greatly missed by family and friends alike. Visitation
will be Friday April 8, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday April 9, 2022 at Birdsview cemetery with Diane
Miller officiating under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Allen, Ryan Allen, Matt McCafferty, Jim Regnier, Jerry Davis,
Robert Hill, Larry Rice, and Terry Rice.
The Waldron News
19 June 2019
JOHNA RUTH RICH
Johna Ruth Rich, 82, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on June 11, 2019. She was born August 26, 1936 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to John Stem and Helen Hagiler Stem. Johna was a long time
member of Princeton Freewill Baptist Church in Ontario, California where she was very involved in church activities. She enjoyed singing, sewing, baking and traveling with her husband.
Johna was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clifford Lee Rich; two sons, Clifford Rich Jr., Steven Rich; 10 siblings and two grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters,
Helen Romero (Frank) of Ontario, C, Judy Caro (Willie Lopez) of Waldron, Arkansas; two sons, Kevin Rich (Lisa) of Granite, OK, Roger Rich (Kim) of Mansfield, AR; 6 siblings, Trudie,
John Jr., Jimmy, Wilma, Ann and Audie; 21 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m.
Saturday, June 22nd, 2019 at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, June 21st, 2019 at the funeral home. Services and burial will be scheduled at
a later date in Ontario, California by Draper Mortuary. Services are entrusted to Edwards Funeral Home in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
14 July 2010
BETTY JEAN RICHARDSON
Betty Jean Richardson, 82, passed away on June 30, 2010. She was born on December 20, 1927 in Brush, Colorado,
the daughter of Samuel Neal Sprigg and Darle Charity Thatcher. Survived by 2 sons, 5 grandchildren, 5 great-
grandchildren, 1 brother-in-law and 5 nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Tuesday, July 6, 2010
at Brush Memorial Cemetery. Visitation was held at the Herr & Dahl Mortuary, 22 Cameron Street, Brush, Colorado,
on Tuesday morning of the service.
The Waldron News
13 March 2019
BOBBY DEAN RICHEY
Bobby Dean Richey of Boles, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, March 5, 2019 in Waldron, Arkansas. Bobby was born September 7, 1939 to Frank Richey and Monty (Pettit)
Richey in Scott County, Arkansas. He was 79 years old. Bobby was a member of the Boles Freewill Baptist Church in Boles, Arkansas. Bobby graduated from high school in New Mexico. Bobby
lived in Parks and Dumas Arkansas and also in New Mexico before moving to Boles, Arkansas. He retired from Sears after working many years as a service technician for televisions and other
appliances. Bobby loved to raise a huge garden and enjoyed sharing with friends and neighbors. He was an ordained minister and had served as Moderator of Arkansas District Association.
Bobby leaves behind to cherish his memory, one sister, Robbie and two brothers: Robert and James. Bobby will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including
a host of nieces, nephews, friends and his church family from Boles Freewill Baptist Church. Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Monty Richey, 5 sisters: Ethel, Edna,
Hazel, Ruby and Doris and one brother, Franklin. Bobby's life celebration was 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 8, 2019 at the Boles Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating.
Interment followed in Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Bobby's pallbearers were Larry Boren,
Gary House, Dub Rose, Rick Davis, Billy Biggs and Daniel Fielding. Honorary pallbearers were Mack Rose and Troy House.
Scott County Times
6 February 2002
CHARLES RICHEY
Charles Henry Richey, age 61, of Blackfork, Arkansas died
Wednesday, January 30, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a Baptist
and a timber worker.
Graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m. February 2, 2002 at
Walnut Grove near Blackfork, Arkansas under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by five sisters, Celia Dehart of Howell, Oklahoma,
Louise Workman of Soper, Arkansas, Jan Hunt of Blackfork, Arkansas, Pat
Simmons of Little Rock, Arkansas and Betty Thaxton of El Dorado,
Arkansas; one brother, Bob Richey of Wilburton, Oklahoma and several
nieces and nephews.
Scott County Times
24 April 2002
FRANK RICHEY
Frank Monroe Richey, 103, of Waldron died Friday, April 19, 2002
in a Waldron Nursing Home. He was a retired farmer and sawmill worker
and a Baptist. He was preceded in death by his wife, Montie Richey and
four daughters.
Graveside services were held at 10 am Monday, April 22, 2002 at
Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas with burial following under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home.
He is survived by two daughters, Robbie Richey of Boles and Ruby
Phillips of Parks; 4 sons, Frank of Mena, Arkansas, Robert of Oregon,
James of New Mexico and Bobby of Boles; 31 grandchildren; 63 great-
grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Mack Rose, Eldon Funk, Lloyd Barker, Herman
Holleman, Danny Richey and Dewey Richey.
Resident Press
18 August 2021
JERRY EUGENE RICHEY
Jerry Eugene Richey of Nella Arkansas passed from this life, Saturday, July 31, 2021 in Waldron, Arkansas. Jerry was born May 6, 1947 in Mena, Arkansas to Giles F. Richey and
Viola M. (Wilhite) Richey. He was 74 years old. Jerry served a 2 year term in the United States Navy. He later was a truck driver until he retired. Jerry enjoyed being with his family.
Jerry leaves behind to cherish his memory, one son, Jerry Richey Jr., and one grandson of Nella, Arkansas and two sisters, Glenda Bilbo of Nella, Arkansas, and Sharon Armijo of Reserve,
New Mexico and four brothers: Monte Richey, Dewy Richey, Danny Richey all of Mena, Arkansas and Furlon Richey of New Mexico. Jerry will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose
lives he impacted, including a host of extended family and friends. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife and his parents. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
27 October 1999
CELIA ESTHER RICHMOND
Celia Esther Richmond, 95, of Waldron, AR died on Saturday,
October 23, 1999 in a Waldron hospital. She was a homemaker and a
Baptist.
Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 25,
1999 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial at 4:00 p.m.
on Monday at Center Point Cemetery inWilburton, Oklahoma under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR.
She is survived by one daughter, Opal Saner of Wichita, Kansas;
one son, Ellis Ray McClain of Wichita, Kansas; nine grandchildren;
24 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
20 June 2007
CLYDE C. RICHMOND
Clyde C. Richmond, 87, of West Memphis, Arkansas died June 9, 2007 at Willowbend Nursing Home. He was a
member and elder of the Missouri St. Church of Christ, was a WWII veteran in the US Coast Guard, and
president counsel at Harding University. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 at Missouri St.
Church of Christ followed by burial at Crittendon Memorial Park in Marion, AR. He is survived by his wife,
Nenia Wright Richmond of West Memphis; two sons, Allen Richmond of Bartlesville, OK and Larry Richmond of
Garland, TX; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. Memorials may be sent to Missouri St. Church of
Christ in West Memphis, AR.
The Waldron News
3 February 2010
CLYDE LEON RICHMOND
Clyde Leon Richmond, 68, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Monday, January 18, 2010 in a Waldron, Arkansas
hospital surrounded by his loving family. Leon was born November 2, 1941 in Waldron, Arkansas to the late
Burl Richmond and Freddie Mae (House) Richmond. He was a member of the Waldron Church of Christ, a retired
logger and hunter and fisherman. Leon is survived by his wife of 48 years, Brunetta Rose (Helton) Richmond
of the home; two daughters, Sheila Dea Millard and husband Shane of Blue Ball, Arkansas, Brauna Rose
Richmond of Waldron, Arkansas; one son, Danny Leon Richmond and wife Kristy of Waldron, Arkansas; ten
grandchildren, Danny Leon Richmond II and wife Trista, Kristen Oliver and husband Aaron, Justin Richmond,
Markus Richmond, Hannah Franklin, Traver Butenschoen, Jacob Amos, Chad Millard, Samuel Millard, Robert
Millard; three great-grandchildren, Keylee Rose Richmond, Keyton Allen Oliver, Karmen Dea Kesterson; one
sister, Rosemary James of Waldron, Arkansas; and one brother, Lanny Richmond of Waldron, Arkansas. He is
preceded in death by one brother, Eugene Richmond. Leon's going home service was at 2:00 p.m. Friday,
January 22, 2010 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Interment
followed in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at the Greenridge community. Arrangements were entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were grandsons. Honorary
pallbearers were Leon's deer hunting and fishing buddies.
Scott County Times
6 September 2000
DORRIS RICHMOND
Dorris Jane Woods Richmond, 73, of Waldron died Thursday, August 31, 2000 in Waldron. She was
the widow of Merl Richmond, a retired cafeteria worker for Waldron Public Schools, a member
of the Waldron Church of Christ, a member ow Waldron VFW Auxiliary and a member of the Waldron
Doll Club. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Tuesday, September 5, 2000, at the Waldron
Church of Christ with burial at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one daughter, Joleen Joslin of Jackson, Tennessee;
four sons, Merl Eugene Richmond of Fritch, Texas, Elvin Richmond of Guthrie, Oklahoma, Gary
Dean Richmond and Marcus Edward Richmond both of Waldron; five sisters, Bonnie Becknell of
Vancouver, Washington, Vetra Hutchens of Weiser, Idaho, Orphalea Matthews of Garden Grove,
California, Carol Duff of Tacoma, Washington and Margaret Allen of Tacoma, Washington; three
brothers, Edward Woods of Weiser, Idaho, Allen Woods of Boise, Idaho and Warren Woods of
Vancouver, Washington; 12 grandchildren, Rex H. Lott, Sean A. Lott, Kent D. Lott, Katrina
Mohr, Christina Renee Richmond, Elvin Merl Richmond, Jr., Trylan Richmond, David Wayne
Richmond, Gary Dale Richmond, Miranda Elizabeth Richmond, Shane Marcus Richmond, Kreg
Richmond, 5 step-grandchildren, Sean McLain, James McLain, Albert McLain, Cathi Joslin, and
Michelle Joslin and 7 great-grandchildren.
The Waldron News
21 March 2018
HAROLD DEAN RICHMOND
Harold Dean Richmond, age 73, of Mena, died Monday, March 12 at VA Hospital in Little Rock. He was born on Monday, May 29, 1944 to Dean and Laura Hudgens Richmond in Mena, Arkansas.
Harold served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged. He enjoyed spending time with his grandson and teaching him all about his
antique tractors he had restored over the years. Harold enjoyed taking his tractors to all the local parades in Polk County, proud of each and every one of them. Harold also had daily
his morning coffee and sausage biscuit at Kess' Corner every morning, with all his buddies. Harold was a hard worker and raised chickens for many years. He enjoyed raising a
vegetable garden and deer hunting. Harold was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents and
his wife, Ruby Richmond. Harold is survived by his son and daughter in law, Andrew and Sara Richmond of Hugo, Oklahoma; his grandson, Morgan Richmond and several nieces and nephews
and a host of other relatives and friends. Graveside services and interment was held Saturday, March 17 at 3 p.m. at Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield with Brandon Ellison officiating.
Visitation was held Friday, March 16 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Pallbearers will be Thomas Thacker, Steve Strother, Ronnie Phillips, Bryan
Terry, Stan Chaney and Larry Miller.
The Waldron News
20 January 2016
JAMES R. RICHMOND SR.
James B. Richmond, Sr., 83, of Huntington, Arkansas entered into rest on Thursday, January 14, 2016 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born on March 14, 1932 in Prairie View, Arkansas. He
served in the Air Force, was a former employee of Riverside and a member of the Westside Pentecostal Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Orvilla Richmond, two
brothers, Bill and Jack Richmond, two sisters, Charlene Radcliff and Ruth Presson and one daughter, Penny Richmond. He is survived by his wife LoLattie Richmond of the home, one brother,
Bob Richmond and his wife Terrie of Bossier City, LA, five children, Kathy King and husband Steve of Lesterville, SD, Jamie Breedlove of Barling, AR, Rick Richmond and wife Sharie of
Hartford, AR, David Richmond and wife Sherry of Van Buren, AR and Jim Richmond and wife DeShonne of Roland, OK; six grandchildren, Brandon Richmond and wife Amanda of Fort Smith, Derek
Richmond and wife Nikita of Barling, Jared Richmond of Roland, Connie Getty and husband Chris of Aberdeen, SD, Michelle King-Fischer and husband Mark of Yankton, SD and Tonya Burks and
husband Aaron of Yankton, SD and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2016 at Westside Pentecostal Church, 314 S. Glendening Ave., Huntington,
Arkansas. Interment followed at Huntington Cemetery with Military Honors. Pallbearers were Brandon Richmond, Derek Richmond, Richard Risner, Carrol Elmore, Tim Helms and Brant Long.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Men of Westside Pentecostal Church. Viewing was Saturday, 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. with Visitation from 2:00 p.m.
until 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Lewis-Roberts Funeral Chapel, 2911 West Hwy. 10, Greenwood, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
15 July 2020
JAMES RONALD RICHMOND
James Ronald Richmond of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, July 11, 2020, in Ft. Smith, Arkansas with his family by his
side. James was born June 17, 1939, to Earl Richmond and Susie (House) Richmond. James was 81 years old. He attended Temple Baptist Church. James was born in a log house in the Greenridge
community eight miles East of Waldron. He started school in a one room school house at Cardiff, Arkansas and finished high school at Waldron High School in 1957. He met his loving wife
and later they married in 1959. He was drafted in to the US Army in December 1961. James was discharged in December 1963 at Ft. Bliss, Texas and returned to Waldron, Arkansas with a new
daughter, Sabra Diane. He was employed by Sim's Building Materials in March 1964 to July 1969 when he opened a new business in August 1969. He was co-owner of City Furniture Mart for 22
years. He sold out and retired in August 1991. James enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf and most of all he loved bluegrass music festivals and jamming with friends and playing the Dobro
guitar. James leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 61 years, Lottie of the home, one daughter, Sabra Roberson and husband Denis of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Grandpa James
will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Kyle Redding, Dallas Roberson and wife BJ and Austin Roberson, as well as great grandchildren, Anna, Jace and Ransom. James will
be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted, including his beloved dog Bo, a host of extended family, friends and loved one's dear to his heart. James' celebration
of life will be 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jackie Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt.
Pleasant Cemetery in the Greenridge Community. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. James was preceded in death by his parents,
Earl and Susie Richmond, and siblings, Jerry Richmond, JoAnn Morrison and Johnny Richmond. James' pallbearers will be Larry Shores, Curtis Billings, A.G. Morrison, Rick Bice, Anthony
Morrison and Tyler Wagner. Honorary pallbearers will be David Tucker, Bud Fuller, Fred Mourton, and Bob Shores. James' visitation will be Tuesday, July 14, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. until
12:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
29 April 1998
JERRY RICHMOND
Jerry Richmond, 55, of Ogden, formerly of Waldron, died Tuesday,
April 21, 1998 in a Texarkana hospital. He was an army veteran and a
member of the Church of Christ.
Graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 at
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include his wife, Jane, of the home; one daughter, Sheila
Wagner, of Ogden; one sister, Jo Ann Morrison, of Waldron; two brothers:
James Richmond, of Waldron and Johnny Richmond, of Glenwood; three
grandchildren: Tyler Douglas, Zackary Ryan and Lauren Anette Wagner.
Pallbearers were Anthony Morrison, John Richmond, Jim Huff, Bill
Needham, Joe Adcock and Mike Creech. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements.
The Waldron News
27 May 2020
JOHNNY HUGH RICHMOND
Johnny Hugh Richmond, age 72, passed away May 19, 2020. He was born April 21, 1948 the son of Earl and Susie Richmond in Waldron, Arkansas. Johnny loved to fish. He was a service
supervisor for Tyson. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Jerry Richmond, sister JoAnn Morrison and son Jeff Richmond. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 54
years, Susan Richmond, son John (Andrea) Richmond of Kansas City, Missouri; brother James (Lottie) Richmond of Fort Smith; grandchildren Jackson and Peyton Richmond. A graveside
service will be held Saturday, May 23 at 1:00 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas with Jackie Smith officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Will Vaughan, Charles Allen
Vaughan, Tyler Wagner, Ernie Johnson, Ricky Pinkerton, Anthony Morrison and A.G. Morrison. Memorials may be made to Mount Pleasant Cemetery of Waldron or Calico Cut-ups Quilt Guild
Scholarship Fund of Bella Vista. Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Waldron News
24 May 2017
LANDON DAVID "LANNY" RICHMOND
Landon David "Lanny" Richmond of�Waldron, AR, passed from this life, Friday, May 19, 2017 in a�Waldron�nursing home.�Lanny�was born October 25, 1954 to Burl and Freddie (House) Richmond
in�Waldron, AR.�Lanny�was 62 years, 6 months, and 24 days old. He was a member of the�Waldron�Church of Christ in�Waldron, Arkansas. Lanny�met and married the love of his life, Rita, and
together they spent�35 years filled with companionship, hard work, music, and family. Lanny�was an advertising executive for�KINB�and�KTCS�radio for most of his life. He and Rita also
operated the The Showroom Music Theater in�Waldron. For a short while he was a fireman on a steam engine in Eureka Springs. He enjoyed being part of the historic train tours and even had
the opportunity to perform in a music theater while there. Music was in�Lanny's�blood and he had a natural talent for it. Family and friends joined him in his lifelong passion from his
high school band "Lanny�Richmond and the Triple Image" to "The�Lanny�Richmond Band" in later years.�Lanny�was known and loved throughout the region and left a lasting impression on
everyone he met. He had a big laugh and even bigger personality.�Lanny�also loved hunting, fishing, camping and time spent with his family. Lanny�leaves behind to cherish his memory
five sons: Jackie Richmond and wife, Amber; Scott (Rowdy) Richmond; Victor Richmond; Joe Richmond and wife, Beverly; and Landon (Boogie) Richmond II, all of�Waldron, AR. Poppa will
forever be missed by his eleven grandchildren: Dillon, Emily,�Haylee, Jessica, Hunter, Whitney, Molly, Landon III, Chloe, Gracie Mae, and�Aiven.�Lanny�is also survived by one sister,
Rosemary James. Lanny�will be missed by all who knew him and the many lives he touched, including a host of friends, fellow musicians, extended family and loved ones. Lanny�is preceded
in death by his wife, Rita Richmond; his parents, Burl and Freddie (House) Richmond; one daughter, Chandra Richmond; two brothers, Eugene Richmond and Leon Richmond. Lanny's�Life
Celebration will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rick Metcalf and Leonard�Fuson, officiating. Interment will follow in the
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in the�Greenridge�Community. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in�Waldron, Arkansas. Lanny's�pallbearers will be
Jackie Richmond, Scott (Rowdy) Richmond, Victor Richmond, Joe Richmond, Landon (Boogie) Richmond II, and Hunter Richmond. Lanny's�visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May
23, 2017 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in�Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
26 April 2006
PATRICK RICHMOND, JR.
Patrick Richmond, Jr., 75, of Greenwood, Arkansas died Tuesday, April 18, 2006 in Van Buren. He was a
retired truck driver and a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a prisoner of war in the Korean conflict.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 21 at McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood with
burial at Greenwood Memorial Cemetery. Survivors are his wfie, Joann Richmond of the home; one daughter,
Teresa Henson of Greenwood; three sisters, Bonita Langley of Waldron, Verla Bullock of Waldron and
Patricia Frost of North Little Rock; one half-sister, Janice Hardin of Waldron; three grandchildren,
Brandy Davis, Jill Trozzi and Billy Henson; and four great-grandchildren, Tyler Trozzi, Mikayleigh
Davis, Grace Davis and Brayedan Davis.
The Waldron News
5 August 2009
REBA JOANN RICHMOND
Reba JoAnn Richmond, 76, of Greenwood died Sunday, August 2 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a homemaker,
member of Harvest Time Tabernackle and was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Richmond, Jr. Funeral
service was 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4 at McConnell Funeral HOme Chapel in Greenwood, with burial at Greenwood
Memorial Cemetery. Survivors include one daughter, Teresa Henson of Greenwood; one sister, Geraldene Bonner
of Texas; three grandchildren, Brandy Davis, Jill Trozzi and Billie Henson, and five great-grandchildren,
Mikayleigh Davis, Isabella Davis, Brayedan Davis, Tyler Trozzi and Drayke Knight. Pallbearers were Mac
Hale, Wayne Henson, Nickey Trozzi and Kelly Langley, Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Steven Davis, Dusty
Robers and Tyler Trozzi.
The Waldron News
8 January 2014
RITA G. RICHMOND
Rita G. Richmond of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Wednesday, January 1, 2014 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Rita was born January 16, 1955 to V.F. Nowlin and Kathryn (Ary) Nowlin
in Poteau, Oklahoma. Rita was 58 years, 11 months and 17 days old. Rita was a member of Waldron Church of Christ in Waldron, Arkansas. Rita worked for a long time at Katherine's Diner
in Heavener. When Rita met and married her love, her husband of 35 years, Lanny Richmond, she knew they would spend much of their time doing what they both loved and that was playing
and listening to music. Lanny was involved in the band and she was right beside him, supporting his every move. In the last few years, she loved to be involved with the "Show Room" and
she ran the concession stand. She was instrumental in keeping everyone informed of the activities scheduled for the weekend at the Show Room. Whether it was birthday celebrations to
who the entertainment for the weekend was, Rita was on top of it. Not only did Rita love and support her husband, she was also extremely involved with her four boys and their families.
She enjoyed playing with her grandchildren and going to the sporting events they were involved in. Nanna was most proud of each of her family members and the time spent with them is to be
treasured always. Rita is survived by her husband, Lanny Richmond of the home, four sons: Jackie Richmond and wife Amber, Victor Richmond, Joe Richmond and wife Beverly, Landon Richmond
II all of Waldron, Arkansas. Nanna will forever be missed by her seven grandchildren: Emily, Jessica, Hunter, Whitney, Molly, Landon III and Chloe. Rita is also survived by her mother,
Kathryn Ary Nowlin and two sisters, Shelly and husband Jon of Edmond, Oklahoma and Shannon and husband Larry of Summerfield, Oklahoma. Rita will be missed by all that knew her and the many
whose lives were impacted by her including nieces, nephews, a large extended family, friends and many loved ones. Rita is preceded in death by her father, V.F. Nowlin and one daughter,
Chandra Richmond. Rita's life celebration was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 4, 2013 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Randy Gray officiating. Interment followed
in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Rita's pallbearers were Jackie Richmond,
Victor Richmond, Joe Richmond, Landon (Boogie) Richmond II, Hunter Richmond and Paul LeBleu. Honorary pallbearers were Scotty King and Moe Shores. Rita's visitation was Friday, January
3, 3014 from 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where Rita's family received friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
25 February 2015
WANZA NOVELLA RICHMOND
Wanda Novella Richmond Presson, 93, of Witcherville, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2015 in Fort Smith. She was born January 5, 1922 in Dayton, Arkansas to the late
Arnold and Bernice Richmond. She had a passion for local history, Buckner Park and genealogy. She loved to work in her yard, garden and make jelly. Wanza enjoyed fishing, going to the
lake with family and sitting on her porch. She worked in the family store and as a hairdresser from her home. She is preceded in death by her much loved husband Wayne Presson; brothers,
A.B. Richmond and Robert "Biddy" Richmond and a sister Doris Richmond Johnson. She is survived by her daughter Deidre Presson Williams and husband Dennis, three granddaughters: Lindsey
Williams, Kyla Elmore, Morgan Williams, one grandson, Derek Williams, one great-granddaughter, Myia McCoy, brother Ronnie Richmond and wife Mary; one sister, Sue Wiley and husband
Johnny and two sisters-in-law, Marie Spradling and Joie Owens. Visitation was Friday, February 20, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service was held 10:00
a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Lovelace Cemetery in Witcherville under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield,
Arkansas. Pallbearers were Derek Williams, Dudley Johnson, Stanley Johnson, Darris Johnson, Bryant Richmond, Kevin Richmond, James Richmond and Davis Richmond.
The Waldron News
10 July 2013
WILLIAM GRADY RICHMOND
William Grady Richmond of Midwest City, Oklahoma (formerly of Waldron, Arkansas) passed from this life Sunday, July 7, 2013
in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by his loving family. Grady was born November 5, 1936 in Waldron, Arkansas to William Granville
Richmond and Edith Emma (Stafford) Richmond. Grady was 76 years, 8 months and 2 days old. Grady proudly served in the United
States Air Force for 20 years. He then received his Master's Degree in Education & Physical Education with sports and
coaching. Grady later retired after 20 years with the Lexington Public Schools where he coached baseball, football, basketball
and track. With that many years in sports, it was no wonder that sports was not only his career but also what he enjoyed and
loved to do. His wife often called his gardening, "piddling in the yard" but he did it with pride and relished the time he
got to enjoy it. Grady was an avid fisherman, and he also enjoyed hunting with his buddies from "The Deer Woods." To top it all
off, a man with such diverse pleasures also woul take any opportunity to listen to his relatives when they would sing and play
music. Grady was a family man. He welcomed every chance to spend time with all of his children, grandchildren and great
grands. Their precious visits were among his most treasured memories. Grady leaves behind to cherish his memory, one daughter,
Tania (Richmond) Reeves of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; five sons, Erik Richmond and wife Lourdes of Midwest City, Oklahoma, Gary
Richmond & Jolene Adams of Los Angeles, California, Mike Richmond of Midwest City, Oklahoma, Robert Richmond of Midwest City,
Oklahoma and Billy Richmond and wife Brenda of Muldrow, Oklahoma. G-pa or as some would call him, "Crusty" will forever be
missed by his grandchildren: Jenifer Ellis, J.R. Richmond, Michael Richmond, Jillian Richmond, Melissa Richmond, Zachary
Richmond, Kyla Richmond, Caitlin Richmond, Nicole Richmond, Brandon Reeves, Matthew Richmond, Amanda Reeves, Austin Reeves,
Kim-Ly Richmond and Nathaniel Richmond as well as seven great grandchildren. Grady is also survived by one sister, Doris
Jean (Richmond) Wise of Texarkana, Arkansas. Grady will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives were impacted
by him including a host of cousins, friends and loved ones who loved him dearly. Grady is preceded in death by his loving wife
of 47 years, Erika (Stumps) Richmond, his "Liebchen," his parents Granville and Edith (Stafford) Richmond, and two sisters,
Violet (Richmond) Fonville and Alma (Richmond) Warren. Grady's life celebration will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 13,
2013 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Interment will follow in the Pilot Prairie Cemetery
near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron,
Arkansas. Grady's pallbearers will be J.R. Richmond, Zachary Richmond, Brandon Reeves, Danny (Little Dan) Richmond, Matthew
Richmond and Austin Reeves. Honorary pallbearers will be Traver Butenschoen, Landon Richmond, Jackie Richmond, Rowdy Richmond,
Joe Richmond, Danny Richmond Sr. and all of Grady's Deer Woods buddies. Grady's visitation will be Friday, July 12, 2013 from
3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where Grady's family will receive friends
from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
30 March 2022
BRAUNA ROSE RICHMOND-KING
Brauna Rose Richmond-King, of Greenwood, AR passed from this life March 21, 2022 in her home. Brauna was born June 30th, 1971 to Leon & Brunetta Richmond. She was 50 years old. Brauna
was a proud Ninny to her grandbabies, a loving wife & Mom. She was well known by her singing talent and loved to sing with her band Richmond Road, and all of her family. Gospel was
always her heart. She never met a stranger, and made every person feel so loved & important. She spoke so highly of so many of you and your families. She celebrated and encouraged people
in such a unique, Brauna way. Brauna was a dedicated nurse for many years. In and out of uniform she cared for her patients like they were her family. She was Dr Bennetts office nurse
for awhile and also worked at the Danville Hospital and Waldron Nursing Home. She also ran a flower business and helped her husband Scotty with his DJ business. For several years you saw
her smiling face working for her mom at Judy�s Drive In. She leaves behind to cherish her Memory her husband of 8 years Scotty King, of the home, one daughter Hannah (Jake) Pennington
of Greenwood AR, two sons Traver Butenschoen of Midwest City OK, Jacob (Caitlyn) Amos of Greenwood, AR, 2 step daughters Ashley King & Jayna (Trey) McCutcheon, her mother Brunetta
Richmond Slaten and stepdad Buddy of Waldron AR, one sister Sheila (Shane) Millard of Dardanelle AR, and one brother Danny (Dawn) Richmond of Waldron AR, One stepsister Ginger Hobbs
(Jeff), two stepbrothers Bubba Slaten (Mandy), and Jeremy Slaten (Kelly). She was the best Ninny Nut to her grandchildren, Karmen, Mags, Capton, Gabby, Netta, Jayden, Reagan and Brently.
She was loved by numerous nieces & nephews and a host of friends. Undoubtedly She has left an unforgettable imprint on thousands of hearts. Her love and spunky attitude will be deeply
missed by so many. Brauna is preceded in death by her Father Leon Richmond and her special uncle Lanny Richmond & Aunt Rita. Visitation will be held from 4pm till 8pm Friday, March 25,
2022, at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 2:00pm at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron,
Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Danny Richmond II, Markus Richmond, Samuel Millard, Robert Millard, Traver Butenschoen, and Jacob Amos. Honorary Pallbearers is all the musicians and
singers she preformed with.
Scott County Times
29 November 2000
BUD RIDDLE
Bud Riddle, age 68 of Gravelly, Arkansas died Friday, November 17,
2000.
He was born January 14, 1932 in Gravelly, Arkansas to the late
Clyde and Edith Mae Hill Riddle. He was an Army veteran and a member
of the Faith Church in Dardanelle, Arkansas. He was a truck driver for
Bibler's Lumber Company.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Gracie Lee Jacks.
Survivors: wife of 46 years, Evalena Smith Riddle; daughter and
son-in-law, Eva Genean and Terry Thompson of Russellville, Arkansas;
a sister, Elsie Hunt of Rover, Arkansas; step-mother, Nell Riddle of
Reserve, New Mexico; two half-brothers, Jake Riddle of Missouri and Leck
Riddle of New Mexico; four half-sisters, Betty Radavillas of Reserve, New
Mexico, Mary Ann Babbs of Dawson Springs, Kentucky and Lillie Laney of
Luna, New Mexico and four grandchildren.
Memorial service was Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 2 pm at the
Methodist Church in Gravelly with Reverend Redmond Eubanks officiating.
Interment was at Parks Cemetery, Gravelly, Arkansas.
Arrangements were by Cornwell Funeral Home of Deanville, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
9 May 2012
CLEASTON WAYNE RIDDLE
Cleason Wayne Riddle of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Sunday, April 29, 2012 in Waldron, Arkansas.
Cleaston was born July 17, 1954 to his parents, Ellis Rosevelt Riddle and Dorothy Mae (Thomas) Riddle in Shiloh,
Arkansas. Cleaston was 57 years, 9 months and 13 days old. In 1976 Cleaston married his sweet love Sheila Edwards.
Later that year both their lives changed when they were blessed with a baby girl. From that time forward Cleaston's
whole life revolved around his family and showing them how much he loved and cared for each of them. Tragically in
1984 Sheila passed from this life leaving Cleaston to raise their daughter. He did just that. There was never any doubt
that his grandchildren and spending time with all his family was his greatest love. When the oldest grandchild was born
he was not only dad but became PowPow. He looked forward to taking his grandson for rides in the log truck with him. In
his spare time he enjoyed working on old cars with his son-in-law and going hunting. Cleaston was quite the jokester. No
one usually got one over on him. He always seemed to come out ahead. Cleaston also enjoyed hunting. Cleaston leaves behind
to cherish his memory the love of his life, his only daughter, Alishia Deramus and husband Waylon of Waldron, Arkansas.
PowPow will be forever missed by two wonderful grandchildren, McKena and Garron. Cleaston is also survived by his mother,
Dorothy Riddle and one sister, Linda Dragoo both of Waldron, Arkansas, mother and father-in-law Randy & Janet Deramus of
Cherry Hill, Arkansas, mother and father-in-law, Max & Louanna Smith of Waldron, Arkansas, sister-in-law Suprina Yandell
and husband David of Waldron, Arkansas, brother-in-law Rick Edwards and wife Michele of Greenwood and nieces Abby Edwards
and Kayla Yandell of Waldron, Arkansas as well as many other extended family and friends. Cleaston is preceded in death
by his wife, Sheila Edwards Riddle, father, Ellis Riddle and one sister Gayle Riddle. Cleaston's life celebration was held
at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Brad Selby
officiating. Cremation followed. Arrangements were entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron,
Arkansas. Cleaston's visitation was Friday, May 4, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Cleaston's family received friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Scott County Times
11 December 2002
GAYLE RIDDLE
Waldron--Funeral services for Gayle Riddle, 52, of
Waldron were held Monday, December 9, 2002 at 2 pm at
Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. Burial followed at
Shiloh Cemetery at Nella community under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Ms. Riddle died Friday, December 6, 2002 in Waldron.
She was a member and Sunday School teacher at the Living
Word Tabernacle. She was preceded in death by her father,
Ellis Riddle and a nephew, Travis Dragoo.
Survivors include her mother, Dorothy Riddle of
Waldron; a son, Robert and wife Eliana Riddle of Waldron;
a sister, Linda Dragoo of Waldron; a brother, Cleaston
Riddle of Waldron; and three grandchildren, Josheua, Tifany
and Robie.
Pallbearers were Waylon Deramus, Eli Clayton, Donnie
Scantling, Johnnie Scantling, Nathan Brown and Grady Bottoms.
Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Isom and Jessie Randle.
The Waldron News
25 March 2015
JERRY (JR) RIDDLE
Jerry (JR) Riddle, 79, of Tulsa, OK, was welcomed by his savior Jesus Christ on March 10, 2015. Daddy demonstrated that men stand tallest when bowed in humility; tired after a
bravely fought illness, he humbly asked Jesus to take him home. Papaw showed why a rearview mirror is so small and a windshield so big: we glance at the past only long enough to
help us navigate what lies ahead. JR proved that true friendship extends beyond shared DNA: his best friends were a natural extension of his family. While we miss his presence, we
strive to honor the unique lessons of his life and eagerly await a promised reunion. JR is preceded in death by a daughter Tammy Irene Riddle. He is survivd by five children, Debi
Pyles and her husband Ralph, Jerry Riddle and his wife Janette, Ricky Riddle and his fiance LeAnne, Serena Riddle and Dewayla Connor and her fiance Steve; twelve grandchildren;
eleven great-grandchildren; a sister Rosemary Cantu; and two brothers, James Speaks and Jimmy Darnell.
The Waldron News
26 May 1999
ARTHUR LEON RIDENHOUR
Arthur Leon Ridenhour, 59, of Waldron, died Saturday, May 22 in
Dallas, Tex. He was a poultry and cattle farmer and a member of the
Freedom Freewill Baptist Church.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26 in
Freedom Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Freedom Cemetery near
Waldron.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce; daughter and son-in-law Dana
and Mark Curtis of Waldron; daughter, Stacey Ridenhour of Van Buren;
one son and daughter-in-law Greg and Jennifer Ridenhour of Freedom
Community; mother, Lucille Ridenhour of Waldron; one sister, Barbara
Woodard of Waldron; one brother, James Ridenhour of Waldron; three
grandchildren: Lacey Ridenhour, Alec Curtis and Erin Curtis.
Pallbearers were Rick Black, Glen Boggs, Bill Bethel, Delmar
Schaper, Steve Hattabaugh and Cody Fuller.
Honorary pallbearers were Donnie Jones, Edmond Brewer, Gene
Brewer, Buddy Smith, James Graham and Arnold Howard.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
& Resident Press
23 December 2020
DOROTHY JEAN (ROGERS) RIDENHOUR
Dorothy Jean Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, December 15, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas. Dorothy was born August 4,1932 in Waldron, Arkansas
to James and Versie Rogers. Dorothy was 88 years old. She became a member of Winfield Baptist Church in July of 1957 and was a faithful servant of the Lord. Dorothy was always concerned
about others, putting her family�s needs above her own. When her children were young, Dorothy and Rainey�s house was the gathering place for all the kids in the Winfield community. Dorothy
leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children: Elaine Hale and husband Ron, Don Ridenhour and Dan Ridenhour and wife Christal all of Waldron, Arkansas. Ma will forever remain in the
hearts of her grandchildren: Ashley Ridenhour, Garrett Hale, Madison VanRavensway, Kaleb Ridenhour, Evan Ridenhour, Owen Ridenhour, Brian Jones, Brandon Jones and Amenda Naylor as well as
her 14 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Dorothy will be missed by all who knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends
and neighbors. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Rainey, one son Justin, one newborn daughter, her parents (James and Versie Rogers), one brother, Jerry Rogers and one nephew,
Russell Rogers. Dorothy�s graveside life celebration will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the Sehorn Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. William Crelia officiating.
Interment will follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Dorothy�s pallbearers will be Bryan Kopf, Brad Evans, David Byford,
Joe Hanna, Wes Nelson and Tony Suttles. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Stinson, Stanley Brewer, Bill Bethel, Jerry Hunsucker, Rick Byford, Bobby Byford, Mike Stinson and Lance Stinson.
The Waldron News
27 February 2013
IVA MAE RIDENHOUR
Iva Mae Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Monday, February 18, 2013 in Waldron, Arkansas
surrounded by her six children and their families that loved her dearly. Iva was 89 years, 9 months and 20 days old. She was
born April 29th, 1923 in Parks, Arkansas to Delmer Jett and Tellie (Cole) Jett. Iva became a member of Haw Creek Baptist Church
as a young lady and was also married at Haw Creek Baptist. She was the oldest living member of this church. She served as a
teacher there in past years. Iva had a love for decorating her home and landscaping the yard. It didn't matter if she lived
in an old farm house, an apartment or a nice home, she always managed to bring it to life with her ideas in decorating. She
loved an orderly, clean house and it was always ready for unexpected guests. Iva spent most of her life caring for her
children and doing the accounting for the livestock auction that she and Leonard ran for years. She also worked at Waldron
Senior Center for several years. Iva leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Leonard Ed & Deidre Ridenhour, Jean &
Jimmy Dale Solomon, Kenneth & Sherry Ridenhour, Freddie & Cheril Ridenhour all of Waldron, Arkansas, Karen & Mo Broomfield and
Susan & Link Hale of Benton, Arkansas, her brothers Eugene & his wife Melba Jett of Whittier, California, Eursell Jett of
Ventura, California and Clifford Jett of Fort Smith, Arkansas and her sisters Anna Beaty of Penn Valley, California and
Jo Johnson of Waldron, Arkansas. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 7 great great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mom & dad, Leonard Ridenhour, the father of her children, a granddaughter
Donna Joyce Ridenhour, a brother and his wife Lester and Verdie Jett, two brothers-in-law, Jake Johnson and Fay Beaty. Iva's
life celebration was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 22nd, at the Haw Creek Baptist Church with Reverend John Elmore
officiating. Interment followed in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage
Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Iva's pallbearers were her grandsons, Mitch Ridenhour, Wade Ridenhour,
Randy Solomon, Brad Ridenhour, Shawn Ridenhour, Chad Broomfield and Parker Hale. Honorary pallbearers were Butch Morgan,
Michael Williams, Gilbert Cervenka, Jerry Beaty, Eugene Dedmon, Ronnie Johnson and Junior Newman. Iva's visitation was
Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron where the family
received friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Scott County Times
10 March 2004
JAMES RIDENHOUR
Waldron--Funeral services for James Lonnie Ridenhour were held at 10:00 am Thursday, March 4, 2004
at Winfield Baptist Church with burial at Sehorn Cemetery in Winfield, Arkansas under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. James Lonnie Ridenhour, 58, of Waldron, Arkansas died
Monday, March 1, 2004 in his home. He was a retired operations supervisor for Arkansas Valley Electric,
a Vietnam veteran, life long member of the Scott County Fox, Wolf and Deer Hunters Assoc., and a member
of the Winfield Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur, and two brothers, Bob
and Leon Ridenhour. He is survived by two sons, Jeff and wife Lorrie Ridenhour and Leslie Ridenhour both
of Waldron; mother Lucille Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas; one sister, Barbara and husband James Weaver
of Waldron, Arkansas; two uncles, Rainey and Leonard Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas; several nieces,
nephews and cousins; four grandchildren, Jaren, Levi, Brandi and Luke Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Bob Sehorn, Hambone Slater, Tom Kluck, Ed Travis, Pop Scott and Perry Holloway.
Honorary pallbearers were Bill Bethel, Do Good Jones, J.D. Hattabaugh, C.J. Miller, Willie Matt Self,
Chester Scott, Smiley Bill Cross, Tommy Waddle, Dick Dluck, and Dutch Creek Camp Boys.
Scott County Times
17 March 2004
JUSTIN "ROUNDER" RIDENHOUR
Justin Lee Ridenhour, 44, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, March 13, 2004 in Waldron, Arkansas. He
was an employee of the U.S. Forest Service and a member of Winfield Baptist Church. He was an avid
outdoorsman. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at the Winfield Baptist
Church with burial at Sehorn Cemetery in Winfield, Arkansas. Arrangements were made under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by one daughter, Amenda Beaty of Waldron; two sons,
Brian Jones of Waldron and Brandon Jones of Mansfield; parents, Rainey and Dorothy Ridenhour of
Waldron; one sister, Elaine Hale of Waldron; two brothers, Dan Ridenhour and Don Ridenhour both of
Waldron; five grandchildren, Brook Brown, Austyn Jones, Jewelyn Beaty, Brody Jones and Bryson Jones.
Pallbearers were Bill Bethel, Brad Evans, Jimmy Graham, Joe Hanna, Larry Lovett and Bob Simmons.
Honorary pallbearers were Johnny Johnson, Rick Jeffery, Dewayne Harris, Anthony Morrison, A.G. Morrison,
Bryan Kopf, Bobby Byford, William Stearman and Danny Haga.
The Waldron News
17 September 2014
LEONARD ED RIDENHOUR
April 23, 1941 - September 5, 2014
Leonard Edwin Ridenhour went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 5, 2014. He said he had his ticket and was just waiting for his time. He passed away at home with his
love Deidre and his son Wade. Leonard Ed was born April 23, 1941 to Leonard Ridenhour and Iva Mae (Jett) Ridenhour in Blackfork, Arkansas. He was 73 years, 4 months and 14 days old.
Leonard Ed never had a sad day, even though he suffered for a long time, his positive attitude never wavered. He always told his family, "don't worry about me you know where I'm going".
He never found a fault with any of his family or his acquaintances. He made sure that his family knew how much he loved them. They often called him the peacemaker of the family. He
spent his life around the auctions and was told over and over that he was the best auctioneer around. Leonard Ed followed his family's passion in the livestock business and left that
legacy to his own children. He loved playing card games and especially liked winning. His children today like to tell the stories of how he would play for hours on end. He taught them
to have fun, and to live every day to the fullest. He loved life, his family, his Haw Creek Baptist Church family, but mainly he loved his Lord. Leonard Ed leaves behind to cherish
his memory, his loving wife Deidre, and children: LeAnn Morgan and husband Butch, Mitchell Ridenhour, Beth Haynie and husband Randy, Lisa Bailey and husband Kris, Wade Ridenhour,
Brittany Nelson and James Nelson. Papa leaves his legacy with his grandchildren: Ashton Bailey, Aubrey Bailey, A.J. Bailey, Jacob Morgan, Mandi Falcon, April Rivers, Brooke Rhoades,
Samantha Rhoades, Dylan Ridenhour, Rachel Ridenhour and Cameron Stem as well as his great grandchildren: Anthony Falcon, Adrian Falcon, Ava Falcon, Krista Rivers and Landon Rivers.
Leonard Ed is also survived by three sisters: Jean Solomon and husband Jimmy Dale of Waldron, Arkansas, Karen Broomfield and husband Mo, and Susan Hale and husband Link all of Benton,
Arkansas, two brothers: Kenneth Ridenhour and wife Sherry, and Freddie Ridenhour and wife Cheril of Waldron, Arkansas. Leonard Ed will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose
lives were impacted by him including a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, a special "little buddy" Taylor Elmore, friends and loved ones. Leonard Ed is preceded in death
by a daughter, Donna Joyce Ridenhour and his parents, Leonard Ridenhour and Iva Mae Ridenhour. Leonard Ed's life celebration will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2014 at the Haw
Creek Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. John Elmore officiating. Interment will follow in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Leonard Ed's pallbearers will be his nephews: Joseph Williams, Michael Williams, Jack Williams, Randy Solomon, Shawn Ridenhour,
Craig Vaughn, Parker Hale, Chad Broomfield and Bradley Ridenhour. Honorary pallbearers will be Jr. Newman, William "Fuzzy" Kierre, Donnie Jones, Eugene Dedmon, Bob Ammons, Neal Jester,
Jerry Beaty, Brian Jones and Ricky Don Black. Leonard Ed's visitation will be Sunday, September 7, 2014 from 2:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas where Leonard Ed's family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Memorial Contributions may be made to Haw Creek Baptist Church building fund, PO Box 409,
Waldron, AR 72958.
The Waldron News
18 March 2009
LEONARD FRED RIDENHOUR
April 27, 1919 - March 14, 2009
Leonard Fred Ridenhour, 89, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 at a Waldron
nursing home. Leonard was born April 27, 1919 to Decatur and Daisy (Pointer) Ridenhour in Wyandotte,
Oklahoma. He spent most of his adult life in Scott County. Leonard enjoyed being with family, friends, and
never lost the desire to be around people. Leonard owned and operated the livestock auction and did
auctioneering for 50 years in Waldron. He served on the Scott County Farm Board and served as chairman
for about 20 years. Out of all the work he did, his real passion was his Hereford Cattle business. Leonard
was a member of Haw Creek Baptist Church. Leonard is survived by three sons, Leonard Ed & wfe Deidre of
Boles, AR; Kenneth & wife Sherry of Waldron, AR; Freddie & wife Cheril of Waldron, AR; three daughters
Jean Solomon & husband Jim of Waldron, AR; Karen Broomfield & husband Delmo of Benton, AR and Susan Hale
& husband Link of Benton, AR. Leonard is also survived by a special friend and caregiver Joanna Jamerson
Rhyne. Leonard is survived by 18 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.
Leonard is preceded in death by a granddaughter Donna Joyce Ridenhour, his father Decatur and his mother
Daisy (Pointer) Ridenhour; five brothers: Johnny, Ed, Art, Wade and Rainey Ridenhour and two sisters, Mae
Jacobia and Martha Franklin. Leonard's funeral service will be at Haw Creek Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, March 18th, 2009 with Rev. John Elmore officiating with interment in Duncan Cemetery under
the direction of the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Randy Solomon, Mitch Ridenhour,
Bradley Ridenhour, Chad Broomfield, Shawn Ridenhour, Wade Ridenhour and Parker Hale. Honorary pallbearers
will be Leonard McDaniel, Neal Jester, Justin Beaty, Bill Francis, Butch Morgan, Jerry Beaty, Wayne Meeks,
Eugene Dedmon, Henry Bell Thompson, Donnie Jones, Doug White, Joe Boy Brown and W.W. Dick Davis. Leonard's
family will receive friends Tuesday, March 17, 2009 from5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Scott County Times
14 July 2004
LES RIDENHOUR
Waldron--Funeral services for James Ridenhour were held at 3:00 pm Saturday, July 10, 2004 at the
Winfield Baptist Church with interment at Sehorn Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home
of Waldron. James L. "Les" Ridenhour, 35, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2004 in a
Fort Smith hospital. He was a member of Winfield Baptist Church. Les was preceded in death by his grandparents,
Arthur Ridenhour, W.B. Gatlin, Luna Bell and Hassie Whitmire and his father, James Ridenhour. His survivors
include one daughter, Brandi Ridenhour of Waldron; his mother and step father, Billye Jean and Joe Thomas
of Ft. Smith; one brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Lorrie Ridenhour of Waldron; his grandmother,
Lucille Ridenhour of Waldron; two step-sisters, Christy Patterson of Ft. Smith and Angie Graves of
Lavaca; three nephews, Jaren, Levi and Luke all of Waldron; one aunt, Barbara Weaver of Waldron; two
undles, Leonard and Rainey Ridenhour, both of Waldron;and one aunt, Leah Williams of Stuttgart, Arkansas.
He also had a special friend, Amber Tallmadge. Les had many cousins and friends. Pallbearers were Tom
Kluck, Perry Polloway, Pop Scott, Jaren Ridenhour, Don Ridenhour and Wes Breshears. Honorary pallbearers
were W.J. Jones, Do Good Jones, "Red Eyes" White, Doug Edwards and Ed Travis.
The Waldron News
16 September 2009
LUCILLE RIDENHOUR
Lucille Ridenhour, 87, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2009 in her home. She was a
homemaker and a farmer. Lucille is survived by one daughter Barbara Weaver and husband James of Waldron,
Arkansas, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren; one sister, Merle Ridenhour
of Modesto, California; one daughter-in-law Joyce Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas and numerous nieces, nephews
and other relatives. Lucille is preceded in death by husband Arthur Ridenhour; two brothers Clyde and
Robert Sprouls, one sister Mary Hoffman, three sons Leon, Bob and James Ridenhour; one granddaughter Kelli
Ridenhour, and one grandson Leslie Ridenhour. Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2009
at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment at the Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 8, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the
funeral home. Pallbearers will be Chris Ridenhour, Lee Woodard, Keith Woodard, Mark Curtis, Jeff Ridenhour and
Jarren Ridenhour. Honorary Pallbearers will be Matthew Ridenhour, Alex Ridenhour, Howard Ridenhour, Levi Ridenhour,
Greg Ridenhour, Alec Curtis and Tyler Ridenhour. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Duncan Cemetery Fund,
c/o Martin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 786, Waldron, AR 72958.
The Waldron News
16 January 2008
RAINEY W. RIDENHOUR
Rainey Ridenhour, 86, of Winfield, Arkansas passed away Thursday, January 10, 2008 in a Waldron, Arkansas nursing
home. He was a retired road foreman and rancher. He was a Marine veteran. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Saturday,
January 12, 2008 at the Winfield Baptist Church with interment in the Sehorn Cemetery under the direction of the
Martin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy of the home; one daughter, Elaine Hale of Winfield,
Arkansas; two sons, Don Ridenhour of Winfield, Arkansas and Dan Ridenhour of Winfield, Arkansas; one brother,
Leonard Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas; six grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; six step-great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by one son, Justin Ridenhour. Pallbearers were Kenneth Ridenhour, Freddie Ridenhour, Brad Evans,
David Byford, Bryan Kopf, Joe Hanna. Honorary pallbearers were Leonard Ed Ridenhour, Jimmy Dale Solomon, Bill
Bethel, Bill Dedmon, Jerry Parker, Jerry Hunsucker, Buck Byford, Jimmy Clyde Stinson.
The Waldron News
2 March 2016
BOBBY GENE RIDENHOUR
Bobby Gene Ridenour, 78, of Ola, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2016 in Danville, Arkansas. He was a retired transmission specialist and of the Pentecostal faith. He
was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Fay Ridenour. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 20, 2016 at A New Beginning Church in Bates, Arkansas with interment at
Springhill Cemetery under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Ridenour; four daughters, Shelba Mitchell, Sherry Boursh,
Debbie Boulson and Carla Youngdahl; two stepsons, Peter Koeppe and John Rose; brothers, Charles Ridenour and Virgil Ridenour; one sister, Phylis Goines; fifteen grandchildren, sixteen
great grandchildren and four step grandchildren. Pallbearers were Peter Koeppe, John Rose, Brandon Mitchell, Robert Mitchell, Scott Boulson and Keven Payne. Viewing was Saturday from
1 - 2 p.m. prior to the service.
The Waldron News
12 March 2003
GLEN A. RIDENOUR
Glen A. Ridenour, age 62, of Belleville, AR died Tuesday, March 4, 2003 at his
home in Belleville. Mr. Ridenour was born February 16, 1941 in Monroe,
Oklahoma to the late Oscar E. and Ethel Mae Chester Ridenour. He was a member
of the First Assembly of God Church in Havanna and was preceded in death by
a brother, Donnie Ray Ridenour and a sister, Lola Nelson.
Survivors are his wife of 44 years, Laverne Sherrill Ridenour; a son and
daughter-in-law, Don and Susan Ridenour of Belleville; daughter and son-in-law,
Pam and Kim Woodson of Belleville; three brothers, Charles Ridenour of Belleville,
Bobby Ridenour of Waldron, Virgil Ridenour of Rock Island, Oklahoma; one sister,
Phyllis Goines of Waldron; grandchildren, Lance Woodson, Angie Woodson, Amanda
Woodson and Nathan Ridenour all of Belleville; and several nephews and nieces.
Services were Friday, March 7, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church
in Havana with Rev. Eddy Morton and Dr. L. Compton George officiating. Interment
was in Earl Ladd Cemetery in Danville by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville.
Pallbearers were Jason Ridenour, James Ridenour, Steven Ridenour, Phillip Ridenour,
Heath Ridenour, Tim Davis, Lance Woodson and Chad Vestal.
The Waldron News
3 August 2016
HAROLD RIEDEL
Harold Riedel, 86, of Russellville died July 31, 2016. He was born January 13, 1930 in Brainerd, Minnesota to George Riedel & Birdie Greeley. He was
preceded in death by his parents, three sisters: Dorothy Satter, Pearl Reyer, Loretta Richmond; his first wife Jean Riedel, second wife Emilie Riedel.
He is survived by his son, Harold E. Riedel; daughter, Cartha Canada; sister, Joyce Fiedler; niece, Birdie Jean Cole, and numerous grandchildren. Memorial
service will be at a later date, at th Fort Smith National Cemetery, under the direction of Russellville Family Funeral.
The Waldron News
14 January 1998
FLORA LEE RILEY
Flora Lee Riley, 87, of Parks died Friday, January 9 in a local
nursing home. She was a retired telephone operator and a Baptist.
Survivors include her husband, James, of the home; one niece,
Bernnadyne Hawkins, of Waldron; two great nieces, Helen Ruth Hawkins, and
Mandy Moore, both of Waldron.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
24 December 2014
RUBY L. RILEY
Ruby L. Riley, 96, of Windsor, Missouri, formerly of Parks, Arkansas, died Wednesday afternoon, December 10, 2014 at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Windsor. She was born
July 9, 1918 in Savonburg, Kansas, the daughter of John Edward Wittsell and Elsie Iona (Johnson) Wittsell. On January 1, 1937 in Savonburg, she married Orange Verlin Riley and he
preceded her in death September of 1997. She was a homemaker and also cleaned in motels and nursing homes in the Wichita, Kansas area. Ruby also took in laundry and ironing for
several years while she was raising her family. She was a member of the Jehovah's Witness congregation in Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by 2 sons, Phillip Riley (Ann), Wichita,
KS; and Patrick Riley (Ramona), Poway, California; 4 daughters, Iona Mae Ellis (Don), Parks, Ark; Marilyn Greenough (Wayne), Windsor, MO; Patricia "Patsy" Helvig (Ted), Chandler,
Arizona; and Ruth Graham (Bob), Pinehurst, North Carolina; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Harold Wittsell, Elizabeth City,
NC; Lawrence Wittsell, Orem, Utah; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Paula Padilla; 2 grandsons, Tommy Ellis
and Patrick Riley II; a son, Richard Lynn Riley; 3 sisters, Evaline Eissler, Delia Gergais, Viola Hendrick and a brother, Paul Wittsell. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday,
December 13, 2014 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, with Rev. Bill Douglas officiating. Burial will be 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2014 at the Hawkins Cemetery, Parks, Arkansas.
The family will receive friends one hour before the service in Windsor on Saturday at the funeral home.
The Waldron News
27 August 2008
MARY RUTH RIMMER
Mary Ruth Rimmer, 84, of Van Buren, Arkansas died Monday, August 18, 2008 in a local nurshing home. She was a
homemaker and a retired secretary, a member of Van Buren First Baptist Church and a resident of Van Buren since
1977. Funeral service was 10 a.m. Friday, August 22, 2008 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren with burial at
Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren, AR under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR. She is survived
by her husband, W.J. Rimmer of the home; two daughters, Lynnette Gore and husband Alan, both of Bartlesville,
OK and Jeanie Perkins and husband Bob both of Van Buren; one son, James Rimmer and wife Jeanne both of Naperville,
IL; one sister, Mildred Sherrill of Mt. pleasant, TX; 12 grandchildren, Kristen Gore Paulsmeyer, Rebekah Gore
Roberts, Melinda Gore, David Gore, Hannah Gore, Sarah Gore, Whitney Perkins, Wade Perkins, Rachel Perkins, Bryan
Rimmer, Lauren Rimmer and Caleb Rimmer and one great grandchild, Regan Paulsmeyer. Pallbearers were her grandsons,
David Gore, Jason Paulsmeyer, Austin Roberts, Wade Perkins, Bryan Rimmer and Caleb Rimmer. Memorial contributions
may be made to First Baptist Church of Van Buren at 1121 East Main Street, Van Buren, AR 72956.
Scott County Times
20 February 2002
HENRY RITTER
Henry Taft Ritter, 92, of Coaldale, Arkansas died Sunday,
February 17, 2002 in his home. He was a farmer and attended the
Pentecostal Church. He was preceded in death by 3 sons: Sam, Freddie
and Oscar Paul as well as 3 grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 2 pm February 20, 2002 at
Coaldale Cemetery with burial following under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife, Lura of 74 years; three daughters,
Edith and husband Alex Dill of Muskogee, Oklahoma; Lavida Klassen of
Heavener, Oklahoma, and Mary Baker of Bates, Arkansas; two daughters-
in law, Wanda Ritter of Plainview, Arkansas and Betty Deer of Waldron;
three sons, Clifford and Nina of Coaldale, Phillip and Loumae of
Dardanelle, Arkansas and Jerry and Dorothy of Ola, Arkansas; one
sister, Jean Bryant of Muskogee, Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren; 3 step-
grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren;
20 great-great grandchildren; 6 step-great-great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
23 December 2009
LURA MAE RITTER
Lura Mae Ritter, 99, of Waldron passed away Monday, Dec. 14 in Waldron. Lura, a long time resident of the
area, was born Oct. 20, 1910 in Tick Bush, Arkansas to Doug and Margaret (Hill) Parent. She was a member of
the Pentecostal Church in Bates, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, H.T. (Taft)
Ritter; three sons, Fred, Oscar and Sam Ritter; four grandchildren, Samuel Ritter, Michael Billings, Jerry
Wayne Ritter and Gary Wayne; two great-great grandchildren, Tyler Herrington and Kylie Page; one great-great
granddaughter, Wendy Page; mother and father Doug and Margaret Parent; two brothers, Omer and Otis; four sisters,
Naomi, Virgie, Talitha and Helen Parent. She is survived by three daughters, Lavida Klassen of Heavener, Okla.,
Mary Baker of Bates and Edith Dill and husband Alex of Muskogee, Okla., three sons, Jerry Ritter and wife
Dorothy of Plainview, Ark., Phillip Ritter and wife Lovie Mae of Dardanelle, Ark., and Clifford Ritter and wife
Nina of Bates; one sister, Elsie Byrd of Muskogee; two brothers, Doug Parent, Jr. of Pryor, Okla. and Gerald
Parent of Muskogee, Okla; 20 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, 60 great-great grandchildren and eight
great-great-great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and loved ones, and a host of beloved friends. Funeral
service was Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 at Coaldale Free Will Baptist Church at 10 a.m. with arrangements under the
direction of Dowden Funeral Home in Heavener, Okla. Interment was at Coaldale Cemetery in Waldron.
The Waldron News
15 December 2010
CYREL (CY) ROACH
Cyrel (Cy) Roach went to be with his heavenly father on December 7, 2010. Funeral services was held at 11:00
a.m. on Friday, December 10, 2010 at Tennison Memorial United Methodist Church. Born in Waldron, Arkansas to
E.L. (Bud) and Gertrude O'Nale Roach, September 15, 1923, Cy was the youngest of the family, with 2 brothers,
2 sisters and twins (a half brother and sister). He was a member of the Waldron championship football team, but it
was his basketball play that impressed Bryce, one of his teammates. Once Bryce invited Cy home and introduced
him to his sister Joyce, Cy was less interested in basketball. After joining the U.S. Navy in December of 1942, Cy
did his basic training in Chicago at Great Lakes Naval Station, and attended radio school at the University of
Wisconsin in Madison. Cy married Joyce in Madison before he volunteered to go overseas ahead of his unit. He
served in Australia, on an island off the tip of New Guinea, and on the Island of Moritia in the Dutch East
Indies. From there he went to the Phillipines and helped set up communications at Clark Field. About the time
World War II ended, Cy and his shipmates survived a three-day typhoon sailing to Hamamatsu Bay, Japan, and he
was discharged from the Navy in December 1945. A member of the Greatest Generation, Cy served his country three
years, crossing the Pacific Ocean 4 times, a distance of over 50,000 miles. Beginning when he was 15 and then after
the war and throughout his life, Cy worked with lumber and timber. He was transferred to Mt. Pleasant from Fort
Worth in the fall of 1949 to establish a lumber concentration yard, and soon became involved in the operation of
a lumber mill. He established Cypress Lumber Company and was co-owner for many years, retiring at the age of 62.
His son Jon continues his legacy. Later after Cy mastered golf, making several holes-in-one and embarrassing his
sons, he enjoyed pursuing the business of purchasing and selling tember for several years. Cy was a long-time
member of Tennison Memorial United Methodist Church and a member of the Hiram Brown Sunday School Class. He served
on various boards as well as the finance committee of the church. At the time of his death, he was an Honorary
Member of the Administrative Board, and a member of the American Legion. Cy was a loving husband, father,
grandfather, and friend, and one of the best storytellers you could ever meet. He is survived by his wife, Joyce,
who was his high school sweetheart and three children: Cindy and husband Ray Strube of Mt. Pleasant, Philip and
wife Susan of Dallas, and Jon and wife Celeste of Mt. Pleasant. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Ramsey
Strube of Fort Worth, Caroline Strube of Dallas, Rachel Roach of Denton and Rosanna Roach of Mt. Pleasant; three
step-grandchildren: Nancy Smith, Mark Magness, and David Jamison; and five step-great-grandchildren: Sara and
Laura Smith, Mathew Magness, Jack and Ava Jamison. Cy is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
The Waldron News
25 June 2014
NANCY ROACH
Nancy Roach, age 69, of Blanchard, Oklahoma, formerly of Waldron, died June 16, 2014 at her home in Blanchard. Ms. Roach was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved to spend her
time with family, and she enjoyed watching college football. She will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband Gary George Roach; son Jerry Lynn Roach; grandson
Jeremy Lynn Elmore; mother Francis Lee Vines; father Bird Vines; and sister Annette Shepard. Nancy is survived by her daughter Tess Keenum and husband Mike Keenum; granddaughter
Ashley Robertson and husband Philip Robertson; granddaughter Rachel Murrary and husband Adam Murray; granddaughter Samantha Saunders and husband Pete Saunders; grandson Michael
Keenum; her brother Gary Richardson and wife Phyllis Richardson; brother Bert Vines and Alesia Vines; and six great-grandchildren: Parker, Paige, Ayden, Aybel, Kade and Kali. Services
were held on Friday, June 20th at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mike Keenum, Michael Keenum, Philip
Robertson, Pete Saunders, Mike Richardson and Ty Richardson.
The Waldron News
21 April 2010
RUBY F. ROACH
Ruby Roach passed away April 11, 2010 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. She was born August 7, 1920 in Keota,
Oklahoma to Jack and Effie Brigance. She married Fred Roach on January 1, 1941. They lived in Waldron,
Arkansas before moving to Toledo in the 1950's. Ruby is survived by her daughter Beverly (Paul) Laubenthal,
daughter-in-law Peggy Roach, sister Stella Butler, brother Fred Brigance, four grandchildren, 13 great
grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Services were April 15, 2010 at Ansberg West Funeral Home
and interment followed in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Those wishing to give memorials are asked to consider
the Music Therapy Program at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, OH 43609, or books
and Music for Adult Day Care Center at the Alzheimers Association, 2500 N. Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH 43615.
The Waldron News
15 April 1998
THELMA MARIE ROACH
Thelma Marie Roach, 92, of Waldron died Friday, April 10, 1998
in Arlington, Texas. She was a homemaker and a member of Pilot Prairie
Church.
Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13 in
Pilot Prairie Church with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include one daughter, Sue Dupree, of Tucson,
Arizona; one son, Ron Roach, of Plano, Texas; eight grandchildren and 13
great-grandchildren. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
12 December 2001
DONNA JEAN ROBBINS
Donna Jean Robbins, 48, of Hobbs, New Mexico died Wednesday, December 5,
2001 in Hobbs, New Mexico. She was born in Perry, Oklahoma on February 25,
1953. She was employed at Leaders for over 10 years. Her family was very
important to her. She touched a lot of lives. She was preceded in death by
her father, A.E. Robbins, Sr.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 8, 2001 at Trinity
Free Holiness Church in Hobbs, NM officiated by Brother Gerald Anderson.
Burial was in Memory Gardens.
She is survived by her mother, Mildred Robbins of Hobbs, NM; three
brothers, Arlie Robbins, Sr. of Sequin, Texas; Albert Robbins, Jr. of
Olympia, Washington, and James Robbins of Hobbs; two sisters, Sharron Stauss
of Tahlequah, OK and Peggy Black of Seminole, Texas; and numerous nieces and
nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to Leaders, 115 Dunnam Street, Hobbs,
New Mexico 88240.
The Waldron News
14 May 2008
AUDREY ROBERDS
Audrey Roberds, 95, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 11, 2008 in a Waldron
nursing home. She was a homemaker and attended the Mt. Moriah Community Church. She is
survived by one daughter, Doris Williams and husband Jerry of Waldron, AR; 2 grandsons,
Eric Williams and wife Darla of Magnolia, AR, John David Williams and wife Deadrea of
Ft. Smith, AR; five great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Carlton Roberds. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the
Graveside Cemetery in Pencil Bluff, AR. Pallbearers were Cole Tucker, Daniel Snyder,
Richard Fisher and Kenneth Bynum.
Scott County Times
13 February 2002
CARLTON ROBERDS
Carlton Roberds, 89, of Waldron died Wednesday, February 6, 2002
in a Fort Smith hospital. He was retired from the U.S. Forest Service,
former Mayor and city councilman of Waldron and attended the Mt. Moriah
Church.
Funeral services were held at 2 pm Saturday, February 9, 2002 at
Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial following at Grenade
Cemetery in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife Audrey of the home; one daughter and
son-in-law, Doris and Jerry Williams of Waldron; one sister, Grace
Lightfooot of Longview, Washington; one brother Deward Roberds of
Tillamook, Oregon; 2 grandchildren, Eric Williams of Magnolia, Arkansas
and John David Williams of Fort Smith, and 4 great grandchildren.
Scott County Times
30 July 2003
BETTY JO ROBERSON
Fort Smith--Betty Jo Carter Roberson, 70, of Ft. Smith died Thursday, July 24,
2003 at a local nursing home. She was born December 30, 1932 in Forester,
Arkansas. Services were held at 1:00 pm on Monday at Bluff Ave. Baptist Church
in Ft. Smith, with burial at Cedar Creek Cemetery in Cedar Creek, Arkansas
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. She will be laid to rest
next to her parents, Jodie and Lela Carter. She is survived by three daughters,
Theresa Sturgeon and her husband Rick; Cathy Hester and her husband Joe and
Deborah Roberson of Fort Smith; a son Larry and his wife Sheryl Roberson of
Fort Smith and is preceded in death by one son, Mike Roberson. She is also
survived by one sister, Mary Winters of Fort Smith and two brothers Bob Carter
of Greenwood and Jerry Carter of Parks; seven grandchildren; four great
grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Chris Dukes,
Ricky Sturgeon, Shawn Griffin, Yancy Hicks, Jodie Winters and Bobby Winters. The
family visited with friends from 5 to 7 pm Sunday at Martin Funeral Home in
Waldron. Memorial contributions may be made to the Peachtree Hospice Program at
4300 Rogers Avenue in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
5 April 2006
CARROLL ROBERSON
Carroll Roberson, age 76, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Monday, March 27, 2006 in a Fort
Smith hospital. He was a farmer and rancher. Funeral service was held at 2:00 pm Friday, March
31, 2006 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Birdsview Cemetery under the
direction of the Martin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife Lois of the home; one son,
Randy and wife Deanna Roberson of Waldron, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Andrea Ridenhour,
Ashli Silvey, Michael Roberson; two great-grandchildren, Kaylyn Lile and Jaden Silvey. Pallbearers
were nephews, Gary Sisk, Dean Swint, Steven Halley, Bobby Hunt, David Darling and Tim Wells. Honorary
pallbearers were Don Thrasher and G.W. Sisk.
Scott County Times
23 August 2000
ELSIE ROBERSON
BLUFFTON--Elsie Elizabeth Roberson, 88, died Wednesday, August 16, 2000 in a Danville nursing
home. She was a member of the Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church and a homemaker. Funeral
services were held at 10 am Friday, August 18, 2000 at the Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church
with burial at Parks Cemetery in Nola, Arkansas under the directionof Martin Funeral Home.
She is survived by two daughters, Martha Defoor of Harvey, Arkansas and Mary Blackwell of
Jesseville, Arkansas; two adopted daughters, Lasonia Brooks and Barbara Austin; four sons,
Newt of Bluffton, Dan of Jesseville, Jim of Bluffton, and Tommy of Waldron; one brother,
Bob Brown of Waldron; 17 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.
Resident Press
24 February 2021
HARVEY NEWTON "NEWT" ROBERSON
Harvey Newton �Newt� Roberson age 84 of Bluffton went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, February 11, 2021, at his daughter�s house in Waldron. Newt was born September 12, 1936,
in Little Texas, Arkansas to the late William Harvey and Elsie Brown Roberson. He was a member of the Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church. Newt was a hard-working man who truly loved to
work. He retired from Weyerhaeuser after 28 years as a Road Construction Foreman, for the Arkansas State Highway Department in Danville where he retired after 15 years. After his two
retirements, he started his own lawn care service. He was preceded in death by his wife; Veaora Roberson, parents; brothers R.B., R.C. and Dan Roberson, sister; Martha Defoor. His
greatest passion was being outdoors. He loved to hunt, fish, and trap hogs and beavers. He truly loved and enjoyed the outdoors even if it was only just sitting there and listening. He
also enjoyed spending time with his tight knitted family. He was a meek and gentle man who could be firm at times. He was very well respected by his family and friends. Everyone that
knew Newt knew he was a man that was always true to his word and full of integrity. He will be missed by all that knew him and the many lives he impacted including a host of extended
family, neighbors, and friends. Newt leaves behind to cherish his memory his children; LaDonna and Tommy Franklin of Waldron, Lanny and Alesia Roberson of Booneville, Gretta and David
Millard of Waldron, Valerie Abernathy of Bluffton siblings; Jim and Vickie Roberson of Bluffton, Mary Blackwell of Jessieville, Tommy and Mary Roberson of Bluffton grandchildren; Tanoka
and Chris Milligan, Lana and Edgar Yates, Kayla Casey, Randi and Kirk Levisee, Joshua Millard, Candace and John Hildreth III, Brandon and Katlyn Millard, Heather and Steven Duncan,
Justin and Hannah Abernathy great-grandchildren; C.J. Milligan, Matthew Milligan, Aaron Levisee, Ross Millard, Bella Hildreth, Lincoln Hildreth, Cash Millard, Eli Duncan, Amelia Duncan
and Hunter Duncan. Pallbearers will be Len Cullins, Larry Ennis, Tommy Franklin, Randy Jones, Jim Roberson, and Butch Young. Honorary pallbearers will be Kindred Hospice. Newt�s life
celebration will be Monday, February 22, 2021 at 2 pm at Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church in Gravelly with burial at Parks Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, February 21, 2021, from
6 pm � 8 pm at Cornwell Funeral Home in Danville. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville.
The Waldron News
1 June 2016
JIMMIE LOIS ROBERSON
Jimmie Lois Roberson of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, May 25, 2016 in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born April 29,
1930 to Raymond Swint and Vera (Wilkins) Swint. Lois was 86 years and 26 days old. Lois loved reading her Bible. She also enjoyed gardening and working in her flower bed. Lois leaves
behind to cherish her memory, one son, Randy Roberson of Waldron, Arkansas and one daughter, Andrea Roberson of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Nana will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren:
Ashli Hutchens and Michael Roberson both of Waldron, Arkansas as well as her great grandchildren: Kaitlin Lyle, Jaden Hutchens, Rheagan Hutchens, Cole Hutchens and Jake Roberson. She
will be missed by two sisters: Joan Thrasher of Booneville, Arkansas and Betty Sisk of Mena, Arkansas and one brother, Smmy Swint of Booneville, Arkansas. Lois will be missed by all that
knew her and the many whose lives were impacted by her including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors and dear loved ones close to her heart. Lois was preceded in death by her
parents, her husband Carroll, and one brother Larry Swint. Lois' life celebration was at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 28, 2016 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron,
Arkansas with Rev. George Crump officiating. Interment followed in the Birdsview Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas. Lois' pallbearers were Dean Swint, Greg Weaver, Mike Wilson and Gary Sisk. Lois' visitation was Saturday, May 28, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Resident Press
August 2020
POLLY ANN ROBERSON
Polly Ann (Forinash) Roberson of Waldron, Arkansas, formerly of Bakersfield California, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, August 12, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas with loving
family and friends by her side. Polly was born August 15, 1957, in Detroit, Michigan to Harold Forinash and Rhoda (Meagley) Forinash. She was 62 years old. Polly attended The Living Word
Church in Waldron, Arkansas. She was a mild mannered and kind hearted person. She never said anything bad about anyone. She was co-owner of MTS Stimulation Service Inc. in Bakersfield,
California for 27 years. She held many clerical positions including corporate secretary, accounting and office manager. She was very efficient and organized in all aspects of her life.
She loved her family and spending time with them. Polly leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Melvin Jay Roberson of the home, her children: Dennis Parker and wife
Jessica of Clinton TWP, Michigan, Angela Swanson and husband Bob of Taylor, Michigan and Tyler Roberson of Edmond, Oklahoma. Polly is also survived by her siblings: James Forinash and
wife, Flo of Northville, Michigan, Stuart Forinash of Flint, Michigan, Carolyn Barlet of Ludington, Michigan, Judy Panyek and husband Steve of New Boston, Michigan, Leonard Bourdage and
wife Mary of Grosse Ile, Michigan and brother in law, Joe Roberson of Bakersfield, California. Polly 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. Polly was preceded in death by one grandson, Brandon Swanson, her parents, grandparents and one niece Michelle Barlet. Polly's life
celebration will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, August, 17, 2020, at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Pastor Grady Parker, Waymon Hunt and Jerry Duran
officiating. Graveside service will follow at 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 17, 2020, at Pierce Cemetery in McIntosh County, Oklahoma. Arrangements are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Polly's pallbearers will be Tyler Roberson, Jerry Duran, Carl Roberson, Steve Panyek, Bob Swanson and Dennis Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be
Bernis Rogers and Frank Cobb. Polly's visitation will be Sunday, August 16, 2020, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
31 March 2010
VEAORA ROBERSON
Veaora Roberson, age 69, of Bluffton, AR died Tuesday, March 25, 2010. She was born December 20, 1940 in
Gravelly, AR to the late Richard & Ona Moncrief Jennings. She was a member of the Jubilee Church in Waldron.
Preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Mary Ingle & Ellen McConnell; brother David ingle. Survivors include
husband of 53 years Harvey "Newt" Roberson; children & spouses, Lanny Roberson of Jessieville; LaDonna and
Tommy Franklin, Gretta and David Millard both of Waldron; Valerie Abernathy of Bluffton; 10 grandchildren,
two great-grandchildren; 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Funeral service was Saturday, March 27 at Mulberry Freewill
Baptist. Burial was at Parks Cemetery.
The Waldron News
23 April 2014
ELIZABETH ROBERTS
Elizabeth Roberts, 54, of Barling passed away Sunday, April 12, 2014. She was born March 21, 1960 in Redlands, CA to Dale & Eupha Thompson. Beth was a member of Christ the King Catholic
Church as well as the Director of Religious Education at the Church. She was a graduate of the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Arts in English and received her Bachelor of
Arts in Theology from St. Gregory's University in Shawnee, OK. She was the Membership Specialist with the Girl Scouts and also in charge of the adult leaders in Girl Scouts. She was
preceded in death by her father Dale Edward Thompson. Rosary was said at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Ft. Smith. The family visited with friends
after the Rosary. The Memorial Funeral Mass was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Christ the King Catholic Church. Cremation was under the direction of Fentress Mortuary
of Ft. Smith. She is survived by her husband John, her daughter Mary Roberts of Ft. Smith, her son William Clayton Roberts of Chicago, IL, her mother Eupha Thompson, her brother Scott
Thompson and his wife Regina of Ft. Smith and her granddaughter Sylvia Louise Elam of Ft. Smith. Memorials may be sent to Christ the King Catholic Church, 1920 S. Greenwood Avenue,
Ft. Smith, AR 72903.
The Waldron News
18 January 2023
WANDA (MADDOX) ROBERTS
Wanda (Maddox) Roberts of Mena, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 9, 2023, in Van Buren, Arkansas. She was born on April 8, 1931, in Ink, Arkansas, to the late George
and Willie Mos. She was 91 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Roberts; her parents; her brothers; Jimmy, G.W. and Sonny Mos; and a daughter, Georgia. Wanda
was raised on a farm in the Ink Community and lived in Waldron or Mena for most of her life. She went to school in Cherry Hill and later in life completed her GED and then graduated
from cosmetology school. She enjoyed traveling and had the opportunity to see almost all the United States and also she traveled to France, England, Canada, Mexico, and the Virgin
Islands. Wanda loved Elvis and saw him live on stage, twice. She always cheered on the Razorbacks every opportunity given. Her hobbies included doing crafts, decorating and sewing
all bringing her joy. She was a homemaker, a caretaker of many and a really Great Granny. Wanda was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Nowell and husband
Don; her son, Doug Maddox and wife Cher; her sisters, Sally Henry, Deloris Pence, and Alba Ayers; her brothers, Wendell and J.D. Mos; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-
great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. No public service will be held. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Cremation Services
in Fort Smith, 914 N. 32nd St. Fort Smith, AR 72903. (479) 434-3901 or (479) 965-8202.
The Waldron News
23 August 2006
CHRISTOPHER LEE ROBERTSON
Christopher Lee Robertson, 35, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, July 14, 2006 in his home. He was
a member of the Hon Baptist Church. He was survived by his wife, Amy Robertson; one daughter, Mallorrie
Renee Robertson, his parents, David and Linda Robertson and several aunts and uncles.
The Waldron News
30 March 2011 & 6 April 2011
DAVID E. ROBERTSON
David E. Robertson, 65, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Sunday, March 27, 2011 in his home. David
was born December 20, 1945 in Hon Arkansas to Enoch and Florence (Stringer) Robertson. David is survived by his
wife Linda Robertson of the home; and one granddaughter, Malorrie Renee Robertson also of the home. David's
memorial service will be held at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel, Thursday, March 31, 2011 at 10:00
a.m. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
22 March 2000
DELORES D. ROBERTSON
Delores D. Robertson, 66, of Waldron, Arkansas died Wednesday, March 15, 2000 in a
Waldron nursing home. She was a Baptist and a homemaker. Memorial service was at 2:00
p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home Chapel of Waldron, AR. She is survived by three daughters,
Frances Stell of Mansfield, JoAnn Bade of Colorado Springs, CO and Candice Prather of
Fort Worth, TX; one son, Warren Robertson of Wylie, TX; one sister, Lucille Inserro of
Grand Prairie, TX; three brothers, James Jones of Fort Smith, AR, Bobby Jones of
Springfield, MO and Douglas Jones; and six grandchildren.
The Waldron News
13 October 2004
DORIS L. "MICKEY" ROBERTSON
Doris L. "Mickey" Robertson, age 59, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2004, in Seymour, Texas. Graveside
services were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 2004, at the Woodmen of the World Cemetery, with Rev.
James Ezzell officiating. Services were under the direction of Seymour Memorial Funeral Home. Ms. Robertson
was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters, Gayle King and Brenda Lynch, both of Seymour, TX; one
son, Wayne Robertson of Elizabeth City, N.C; two sisters, Dorothy Baldwin of Sheridan, AR and Dale Yarberry
of North Little Rock, AR; one brother, Gus Kulow of Victoria, TX and 17 grandchildren. The family asks that
memorials be made to the Hospice of Wichita Fall, P.O. Box 4804, Wichita Falls, TX 76308.
Scott County Times
11 February 2004
EDWIN ROBERTSON
Oklahoma--Funeral services for Edwin Gail Robertson, 74, of Lawton, Oklahoma were
held Monday, February 9, 2004 at 11 am at Victory Baptist Church in Lawton. Burial,
with full military honors, followed at Mountain View Cemetery in Howe, Oklahoma
under the direction of Dowden Funeral Home of Heavener. Mr. Robertson died Friday,
February 6, 2004 in Lawton. He served his country for 21 years in the US Army and
was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carmen
Robertson. Survivors include four daughters, Elizabeth Threet and husband Joe of
Rogers, Arkansas, Cynthia Imhauser and husband Jay of O'Fallon, Missouri, Melody
Brown and husband Jess of Gans, Oklahoma and Donna Nelson and husband Aaron of
Waldron; three sons, Edwin Robertson of Harve de Grace, Maryland, Steven Robertson
and wife Sue of Pontiac, Michigan and Ronald Robertson and wife Kathy of Rock
Island, Oklahoma; fifteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
The Waldron News
13 September 2006
IRENE BYRAM ROBERTSON
Irene Byram Robertson gracefully passed away July 23, 2006 in Pinole at the age of 100 years, 9 months
and six days. Irene was born in Parks, Arkansas to James and Gertrude Byram. She went to California in
1936 with her husband and three children. They made their home in Porterville and seven years later
settled in Richmond. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Richmond for over 60 years.
Her life focas was on service to others. How many remember receiving hot soup, fresh bread or a tin full
of cookies? We truly will never know. Her love of the Lord and her friends motivated endless energy in
doing her part to help and serve others. Irene loved to cook, bake, sew and garden. She sewed most of
her own dresses as well as clothing for members of her family. She made her husband's shirts, her
grandaughter's dresses and her children's clothes. Never one to waste anything, many familiar fabrics are
found in the numerous quilts and lap robes she also created. She was preceded in death by her husband of
52 years, Bernard Robertson; by her daughters, Edna Dene Robertson and Edith Jo Olsen. She is survived by
her loving son, Tilsey Buckley Robertson and his wife Patricia Robertson of Bellingham, Washington; by her
six grandchildren, Susan Cammerer, Mark Bogard, Lisa Chandler, Marjorie Overmire, Alfred Olsen and William
Robertson; by her 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson. She is also survived by one sister,
Ivon Bishop of Birmingham, Alabama.
The Waldron News
16 June 2004
R.C. BUCK ROBERTSON
Mr. R.C. "Buck" (Rural Capers) Robertson, 95, a long time resident of Watson, Arkansas departed this
life in Watson, Arkansas on June 10, 2004. Born December 14, 1908 in Parks, Arkansas to the late
Will and Jessie Whisenhunt Robertson, he was a member of the Victory Baptist Church and a member of
Anderson Chapel Baptist Church. Mr. Robertson was the widower of Nellie Spires Robertson, and was
also preceded in death by a sister, Lillian Geda Robertson. Survivors are a son, Kenneth Robertson of
Watson, Arkansas; and three daughters, Charlene King of Beebe, Arkansas, Billie Jean Allen of Watson,
Arkansas and JoAnn Dewhitt of Little Rock, Arkansas; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 12, 2004 at Victory Baptist Church at Backgate,
Arkansas with Rev. Larry Miller officiating, interment was at 5:00 p.m. Saturday in Parks Cemetery in
Parks, Arkansas. His grandsons honored their granddaddy by serving as pallbearers. Arrangements by
Griffin Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
6 November 2019
TERRALL L. ROBERTSON
Terral L. Robertson, 73, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on October 31, 2019 in Fort Smith. He was born February 11, 1946 in Scott County, Arkansas to the late Terral and Betty (Pyles)
Robertson. Terral is survived by his wife Beverly Robertson of Waldron, Arkansas, two daughters; Kelli Ann Robertson of Waldron, Arkansas, Terri Sue Robertson of Lowell, Arkansas, one
stepdaughter, Jillian Franklin and husband Chad of Fayetteville, Arkansas, one stepson, Trenton McDaniel and wife Kristie of Waldron, Arkansas, one granddaughter, Kaylee Sue Gardner of
Mountainburg, Arkansas, six step grandchildren, two sisters; Joann Bade of Boothe, Arkansas, Francie Stell and husband Dennis of Abbott, Arkansas, one brother, Warren Dale Robertson and
wife Cindy of Cleburne, Texas and one 1/2 brother, Eddie Holter. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield,
Arkansas. The family will have a private committal service at Cedar Grove Cemetery at a later date.
Scott County Times
6 April 2005
THELMA ROBERTSON
Thelma Faye Robertson, age 85 of Hackett died Thursday, March 31, 2005 in her home. She is survived
by her husband, L.F. Robertson of the home; one son, Bill Robertson of Lake Charles, Louisiana; one
brother, Meldon Roseberry of Eugene, Oregon; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Graveside
services were held at 10:30 am Saturday, April 2, 2005 at Duncan Cemetery at Waldron under the direction
of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
The Waldron News
22 November 2017
CAROL JEAN (KINARD) ROBINSON
Carol Jean (Kinard) Robinson, 73, of Mansfield, Arkansas passed away on November 17, 2017 in Mansfield. She was born October 10, 1944 in Mansfield to the late David and Irene (Clayton)
Kinard. Carol is survived by two sisters; Linda Morgan of Mansfield, Arkansas, Polly Huber of Mansfield, Arkansas, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, friends and
other family. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters; Sandy Niblett, Gladys Winkley and one brother Ray Elmore. Cremation will be under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home in Mansfield, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
4 January 2012
HARVEY ROBINSON
Harvey Robinson, 87, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at a Fort Smith hospital.
Harvey is survived by his life partner Ruby Casey, one son Rick Robinson and wife Ruby of Mulberry, two daughters,
Gail Jericho and husband Jerry, Carla Robinson both of Missouri; three step-children Kenneth Casey of Booneville,
June Hackworth and husband Carwin, Dixie Rodriguez and husband Tony of Waldron; two sisters, Louise Cross and
Irene Frisby of Benton, nine grandchildren, Dennis, Roy, Houston, Dillion, Chelsea, Corrine, Caleb, Chance,
Chandler and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Mary Robinson. Cremation
will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
5 August 1998
PEARL BELL ROBINSON
Pearl Bell Robinson, 90, of Waldron, died Thursday, July 30, 1998
in a Waldron hospital. She was a homemaker and a Baptist.
Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 3 in Lamb
Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Lamb Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include one son, Ellis Robinson, of Waldron; one niece,
Charlene Smith, of Fort Smith; three nephews: Kenneth Allen, of Arizona,
Dan Allen, of Harvey and Frank Allen, of Mulberry.
Pallbearers were C.H. Woodall, Troy Anderson, Pete Powell, Dale
Kopf, Robert Zimmer and Steve Hattabaugh. Honorary pallbearers were Leonard Ridenhour, Amos Zimmer, Bob
Bottoms and Dale Bottoms. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
31 December 2008
TOMMY JOE ROBINSON
Tommy Joe Robinson, 80, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, December 20, 2008 in a Waldron hospital.
Tommy was a member of the Cedar Creek Baptst Church, co-owner of the Leflore County Livestock Auction, was
the 1981 Scott County Farm Family of the Year, a resident of Weeks for 80 years, and taught a farm training
program for World War II veterans. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Bonnie Robinson; daughter and son-
in-law Kathryn and Larry Free of Bates, AR; grandsons Caleb and Amy Free, Joshua and Dusty Free and Dustin
and Krista Free; and five great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Minnie
Robinson. Funeral Service was 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 22, 2008 at the Cedar Creek Baptist Church in
Weeks with interment in the Weeks Cemetery in Weeks, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of
Waldron. Pallbearers were Caleb Free, Joshua Free, Daniel Free, Jeremy Rice, Paul Rice and Donnie Shadwick.
Honorary Pallbearers were Bill Watson, Myron Davenport, Buster Snellgroves, Tracy Treatt, Danny Shadwick,
Gene Ward, Terry Rice and Pat Edwards.
The Waldron News
20 January 2016
SHIRLEY JUNE MARIE ROCHELLE
Shirley June Marie Rochelle of Waldron, Arkansas (formerly of Washington) passed from this life Friday, January 15, 2016 in Waldron, Arkansas. Shirley was born June 11, 1931 in Anacortes,
Washington to Albert Howard and Blanche (Zigler) Howard. She was 84 years, 7 months and 4 days old. Shirley has lived in Waldron, Arkansas for the past 7 1/2 years. Before moving here,
she had lived across the United States in different areas. Shirley was a jack of all trades. She had many talents and skills. Shirley leaves behind to cherish her memory six children:
Georgia Johnson and husband Michael of Kansas, William P. Bone II of Pennsylvania, Lyle P. Bone of Waldron, Arkansas, Edward C. O'Neal of South Carolina, Michael G. O'Neal of North
Carolina and Thomas O'Neal of Florida. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
31 August 2011
JEAN RODERICK
Jean Roderick, 89, passed away peacefully at home with her family Sunday August 21, 2011 in Houston, Texas. She
was born in Waldron, Arkansas on December 1, 1921. She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas Jefferson and
Beulah Gray; her siblings, Buddy, Edna, Delia and T.J. and her two sons Gilbert Lawrence and Ken Starnes II. She is
survived by her two daughters Kay Bowers (Dick) and Sally Goldberg (Frank); 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Jean graduated from Waldron High School, attended law school in Little Rock and graduated with honors from the
American Legion College. She served in the Women's Army Corps (WAC) and worked in intelligence during World War
II. Following her military service she settled in Little Rock, Arkansas where she continued her education, worked
and married and with her husband Kenneth Starnes raised her 4 children. Following the example of her parents she
actively engaged in service to her church and community. Jean was a leader. She established PTAs, was a scout
leader, served on the school board, taught and ministered to young people and was a leader in the Arkansas political
arena working to affect public policy. Jean had a successful career later in life as a small business owner in
Waldron, Arkansas before relocating to Houston to be near her family. She continued the path of service with her
church in Houston, Memorial Park Ward of the LDS Church, using her wonderful gifts of teaching and managed the
church library. Jean gracefully intertwined the loves of her life, her family including her large extended family,
her church, nature, music and books. She introduced us to the world and broadened our horizons through her vast
knowledge of the scriptures, history, literature, nature and music. Her strong, long abiding faith shaped her life,
her children's lives and the lives of countless others. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27th at
Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with interment immediately following in Duncan Cemetery. Viewing was held
Saturday, August 27th from 11:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel.
Scott County Times
10 December 2003
CLARENCE BASIL "UNCLE BUD" RODGERS
Waldron--Clarence Basil "Uncle Bud" Rodgers, born August 2, 1910 at Mansfield, Arkansas,
died Friday morning, December 5, 2003 at Waldron Mercy Hospital. He was the son of the
former Laura Margaret Gibson and David Albert Rodgers. He had three brothers and two
sisters, Harley Greer, Loy Lafayette and Wannie, Elsie Rodgers Moore and Irene Rodgers
Cherry, all deceased. "Uncle Bud" as most people knew him lived in the Waldron Nursing
Home for the past ten years or so. He grew up in and around Mansfield, Arkansas. He
attended the Mountain Home Schools and the Mansfield Schools. When he was fourteen he
was hit in the eye with a rock while at school and shortly after this he went blind in
both eyes. In later years he attended the Little Rock School for the Blind. He has
spent his entire life in the Mansfield and Waldron areas, except for several years in
the former Forester, Arkansas, sawmill town, where he lived with relatives. Uncle Bud
used his cane and could walk anywhere in the Mansfield and Waldron downtown areas. He
knew most people just by the sound of their voices. He has helped to raise a generation
of nieces and nephews. He taught them to put sugar and coffee on their biscuits. He
covered their ears when it thundered. He laughed with them and comforted them in their
childhood sorrows. He would take them to the drug store for cokes and ice cream and
to "Barnes Store" to buy whatever they could talk him into buying. The world would be
a better place if everyone had an Uncle Bud to lift them over the rough spots. He was
God-sent to be a caretaker, a protector, a comforter and friend. Psalm 3:3. "But You,
O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head." He is survived
by 5 nieces and 4 nephews, Frances Rodgers Dalton, Owasso, Oklahoma, Carmen Rodgers,
Fort Smith, Arkansas, Cheryl Rodgers Grable, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, Don Hall
Rodgers, Tucson, Arizona, Sharon Cherry Newborn, Waldron, Arkansas, Neil Cherry, Waldron,
Arkansas, Laura Ann Rodgers Callaway, Waldron, David Albert Rodgers, Talihina, Oklahoma,
Rodgers Moore, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Carolyn Rebeca Cherry and nephews now deceased,
Buddy Rodgers, Jimmy Rodgers and Mike Rodgers. Uncle Bod had many great nieces and
nephews and a few great, great nieces and nephews and great, great, great nieces
and nephews. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Waldron, Arkansas. Funeral
services were held Monday, December 8, 2003 at the Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield,
Arkansas at 10:00 am with interment at the Coop Prairie Cemetery.
The Waldron News
27 February 2002
DALE TIMOTHY RODGERS
Mr. Dale Timothy Rodgers of Mena, Arkansas passed away Friday,
February 22, 2002 at his home. He was a retired local businessman and
cattle rancher. He was born August 15, 1921 in Oden, Arkansas, his age
being 80 years, 6 months and 7 days.
Mr. Rodgers was the son of the late Robert L. Rodgers, Sr. and
the late Iva Wimberly Rodgers.
He was a life-long resident of Mena and served in the United States
Army from 1942 - 1945. After coming back to Mena, he and his brother,
Vernon, started Rodgers Dry Goods & Grocery which they later sold in
1950. In 1947 he bought the Leach-Hurlburt Lumber Company and changed
the name to Dale Rodgers Lumber Co. He manufactured yellow pine lumber.
He operated the mill with his brothers and father. The mill closed in
1993, and today the Wal-Mart Supercenter is located at this location.
During the 1960's he also operated the Rodgers-Killian Lumber Co. in
Norman, Arkansas.
He was associated with and owned the majority of the Union Bank
of Mena from 1957 - 1969. He later owned the First National Bank in
Nashville, Arkansas from 1973 - 1978. He also owned the Bank of Waldron,
Waldron, Arkansas from 1977 - 1991.
He started the Northside Shopping Center with C.S. Williams in
the early 1970's and later purchased Mr. Williams' interest in the
shopping center. The Rodgers Family Limited Partnership still operates
the shopping center.
In the 1905's he entered the polled hereford cattle business,
and later commercial steers and cow/calf pairs. He operated the Dale
Rodgers Ranch until his death.
The City of Mena and Polk County have always been very important
to him, whether working to provide jobs for the community, a health care
facility, a reliable natural gas source or scholarships for local students.
In 1950 the Polk County Industrial Board was formed by Mr. Rodgers and
several local businessmen.
They were instrumental in recruiting and raising money to bring the
Renovo Factory to Mena, and also U.S. Electrical Motors. In 1980 he also
worked very hard to reach an agreement with Arkla Gas Co. that provided
a reliable source of natural gas for Polk County. In 1977 Dale and C.S.
Williams purchased and donated land for the Mena Medical Center.
In recent years he and members of his family started the Dale Rodgers
Family Endowed Scholarships at Rich Mountain Community College. He felt
that the access to a good education was vital to a community and was very
proud to be able to provide scholarships for local students.
He was a long time member of the Mena School Board. He was also a
past member of the Arkansas Forestry Commission having been appointed by
then Governor Dale Bumpers. In 1997 he was chosen the Citizen of the Yar
by the Chamber of Commerce. He is still currently a member of the Polk
County Industrial Board and the First United Methodist Church.
He is survived by three daughters, Carole Martin and husband Otis
of Mena, AR, Janice Akers and husband Robert of Mena, AR, and Sharon
Wimberly of Fayetteville, AR; one brother, Robert L. Rodgers, Jr., of
Mena, AR; six grandchildren, Sam D. Snead of Mena, AR, Emily Akers of
Senatobia, MS, Amy Phelps and husband, Chris, Fenn Kimberly, Kem
Wimberly and Susand Wimberly all of Fayetteville, AR; two great-grand-
children, Hollee Dale Phelps and Nicholas Robert Phelps both of Mena, AR.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred L. Hooper and a
brother, Vernon Rodgers.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, in
the First United Methodist Church with Pastors Fred Hunter, Gaylon Cope,
Jack Smith and Charley Wiles officiating. Interment was in the Pinecrest
Memorial Park under the direction of Hall Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers please make donation to the Dale Rodgers Family
Scholarship Fund at RMCC, the First United Methodist Church, or the
Polk County Library.
The Waldron News
3 November 2021
JONNIE SUE HARRIS RODGERS
Jonnie Sue Harris Rodgers of Fort Smith, Arkansas went to be with The Lord on Saturday, October 30, 2021 in Fort Smith at age 89. Born in Waldron, Arkansas on January 20, 1932 to
William "Bill" Clifton and Ila Lorene (Castleberry) Crutchfield. Growing up in Waldron, she loved being with friends and attending church activities. She was in the Waldron High School
Pep Squad and later was a cheerleader for the Waldron Bulldogs. She served as captain of the cheerleader squad her senior year. She loved riding horses and she represented Scott County
at the Arkansas State Fair Rodeo Grand Entry in Little Rock in 1950. She was passionate about roller skating at the local roller rink and you could often find her there whenever she had
the opportunity to skate. She graduated Waldron High School with the class of 1950. Jonnie Sue married Ray Harris on May 17, 1952. They were happily married until Ray's passing in 1972.
Jonnie Sue remained single with no intention to remarry. In October 2019, she reunited with her high school sweetheart, David Albert Rodgers. They had not seen or spoken to each other
for approximately 65 years. They were married within a month. David and Jonnie Sue experienced a three year honeymoon of joy and happiness until her passing. Jonnie Sue was first and
foremost a loving mother who instilled in her children: integrity, character, a strong work ethic, and most of all a love for the Lord Jesus. She was also a retired secretary of Aetna
Life Insurance Company where she had worked for 27 years. She retired in her mid-fifties to care for her mother and her aunt (Olgia Crowley) as they needed extra care in their latter
years. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Fort Smith and recently, in the past year, attended Temple Baptist Church of Fort Smith. She is survived by her husband, David
Albert Rodgers of Fort Smith; two sons, Aaron Harris and his wife Cristina of Tontitown, AR and Cliff Harris of Sand Springs, OK; a daughter, Reesa Carroll and her husband Jim of Fort
Smith; a sister, Lou Ann Brewer of Jacksonville, FL. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren: Kasey Whisenant, John Brandon Harris, Alexa Brooks, Kelly Laws, Adam Carroll, Hayden Harris,
Chad Kahana, Andrew Kahana, and Christen Sluyter; and 9 great grandchildren: Grayton Whisenant, Breck Whisenant, Oliver Brooks, Maddoux Judkins, Savvy Laws, Karsyn Carroll, Hewitt Kahana
Sluyter, Barrett Sluyter, and Crystianna Sluyter. Funeral services will be held at Temple Baptist Church at 10:00AM, Wednesday, November 3, 2021, with Pastor David Moon presiding. A
private graveside service will be held at Sehorn Cemetery, Winfield, AR under the direction of Ocker-Putman Funeral Home of Fort Smith. The family will visit with friends from 5-7 PM on
Tuesday (11/2) at the funeral home. Pallbearers are John Brandon Harris, Adam Carroll, Hayden Harris, Eric Whisenant, Harrison Laws, Jared Sluyter, Connor Brooks and Chad Kahana.
Memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church Benevolence Fund, 5100 South 31st St. Fort Smith, AR 72901.
The Waldron News
9 March 2016
KATHRYN ANN "KATIE" RODGERS
Kathryn Ann "Katie" Rodgers of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Monday, February 29, 2016 in Durham, North Carolina surrounded by her loving family. Katie was born
June 19, 1946 in Y-City, Arkansas to Tucker Edward Davis and Alice Delilah "Allie" (Rogers) Davis. Katie was 69 years, 8 months and 10 days old. Katie was a member of First United
Methodist Church in Waldron, Arkansas. Katie was a USDA instpector for 20 plus years. Since her retirement in 2011, Katie has enjoyed a variety of hobbies: everything from playing golf
to learning and reading about history. It's been said Katie loved a good meal. To say she was an avid Razorback fan would be an understatement. Nothing stood in the way of a Razorback
game. Katie was a very kind and giving person, she would help anyone at any time. Spending time and making memories with her family and especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren
was what Katie loved most. Katie leaves behind to cherish her memory her children: Charles David Rodgers of Bryant, Arkansas, James Bryan "Buck" Rodgers of Little Rock, Arkansas, Linda
Gail "Pepper" Rodgers McGehee of Alexander, Arkansas, Lisa Gay Rodgers Rofail of Greensboro, North Carolina, Carolyn Ann Graham of Arlington, Texas, Leslie Kay Rice of St. Pauls, North
Carolina and Roy Lee McCain Jr. of Waldron, Arkansas. Granny Katie will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren and great grandchildren: Jenna, Colton, Jimmy, Alli, Madalyn,
James, Gavin, Erin, Quinn, Nathan, Elden, Nathaniel and Nevach. Katie 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, neighbors and dear loved ones. Katie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Loy "Buddy" Rodgers; parents, Tucker and Allie Davis; five brothers
and three sisters. Katie's life celebration was at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 5, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Diane Miller officiating.
Interment followed in the Chant Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Katie's visitation was Friday,
March 4, 2016 from 12:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home where Katie's family received friends from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
November 16, 2022
Anthony Ray Rodriguez, 61, of Waldron, AR passed away on Saturday November 5, 2022 in Waldron. He was born on April 28, 1961 in Los Angeles, California. He leaves behind to cherish
his memory wife Dixie, children; Chance and Chandler of Waldron, Dionne and Nathan of Ozark, AR, a brother Gary Rodriguez of North Carolina, sister Amelia Benard of Michigan along
with many other family and friends. After his children the thing he loved most was his nursing career, he always loved helping people. A cremation will be under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
The Waldron News
17 April 2013
CHARLES WAYNE ROGERS
Charles Wayne Rogers, age 50, of Y-City, Arkansas passed away Saturday, April 06, 2013. He was born December 30, 1962 in
Mena, Arkansas to Mary Faye McCullah Rogers and the late Charlie "Short" Rogers Jr. Charles was a long distance truck
driver by profession. He was a loving father, son, brother, nephew, uncle and a friend to all who knew him. He will be
dearly missed by all. He is survived by son Cory Rogers of Warsaw, Indiana; daughter Kristen Rogers of Leesburg, Indiana;
mother Mary Faye Rogers of Y-City, Arkansas; brother Howard Rogers and wife Linda of Y-City, Arkansas; sister Kathy Swift
of Booneville, Arkansas; uncles John McCullah and wife Marlene of Marquette, Michigan, Albert Rogers and wife Sherry of
Y-City, Arkansas; niece Jessica Hathaway of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; nephews, Brian Swift of Baltimore, Maryland, Brad Swift
of Russellville, Arkansas; special friend, Virginia Karr of Norman, Arkansas; several cousins and many friends. He was
preceded in death by his father, Charlie "Short" Rogers, Jr., paternal grandparents, Granville and Cordie Rogers, maternal
grandparents, Manuel and June McCullah, uncles, James, Lloyd, Floyd and Wendell McCullah. Funeral services were Saturday,
April 13, 2013, 2:00 p.m. at Chant Lane Pentecostal Church of God in Y-City, Arkansas with Brother Make Shaddon officiating.
Interment followed in Chant Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Pallbearers were Randall
Woodard, Butch Carpenter, Brian McCullah, Johnny McCullah, Ronnie Rogers and Steve Rogers.
The Waldron News
17 April 2002
CHARLIE GRANVILLE ROGERS
Charlie Granville Rogers, age 92, of Y-City passed away Monday,
April 15, 2002 in Waldron.
He was born June 15, 1909 in Scott County, Arkansas to Eli
Rogers and Molly Martin Rogers. He was united in marriage to Cordie Mae
Blackwell. Mr. Rogers was a farmer by profession and a member of the
Chant Pentecostal Church in Y-City, Arkansas. Mr. Rogers was a loving
husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by sons, Charlie "Short" Rogers, Jr. of Y-City,
AR and Albert Rogers of Y-City, AR; grandchildren, Kathy Swift, Ron
Rogers, Howard Rogers, Sherri Taylor, Charles Wayne Rogers and Steve
Rogers; 10 great-grandchildren; step-grandchildren Pat Venable and Nina
Freeman; 10 step-great-grandchildren and 10 step-great-great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 11:00 a.m.
at the Chant Pentecostal Church in Y-City with Brother Mike Shaddon and
Brother Herman Woodard officiating. Burial will follow in the Chant
Cemetery in Y-City under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jimmie Rogers, Bernis Rogers, Jimmie Miner,
Clarence McConnell, Vernal Singleton and Herman Singleton. Memorials may
be made to the Chant Cemetery Fund.
The Waldron News
5 December 2007
CHARLIE "SHORT" ROGERS, JR.
Mr. Charlie "Short" Rogers, Jr., age 72, of Boles, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2007 in Waldron.
He was born June 2, 1935 in Y-City, Arkansas to the late Charlie Granville Rogers and the late Cordie Mae
Blackwell Rogers. He was married to Mary Faye McCullah Rogers for 51 years. Mr. Rogers was a retired cattle
and poultry farmer and helped establish the Y-City Fire Department of which he was a firefighter and board
member for over 25 years. He was a perpetual member of the Western Arkansas Scottish Rites at Fort Smith,
Eastern Star #253 Waldron, and a 32nd degree Mason with the Waldron Lodge #132. He was a long time member of
Scott County Fox and Wolf Hunters Association, as well as an avid deer hunter. He is survived by his wife, Mary
Faye Rogers; daughter Kathy Swift of Booneville, Arkansas; sons, Howard Rogers and wife Linda of Y-City,
Arkansas, Charles Wayne Rogers of Y-City, Arkansas; brother, Albert Rogers and wife Sherry of Y-City, Arkansas;
sister-in-law, Gertrude Freeman of Fort Smith, Arkansas; grandchildren Brian Swift of Baltimore, Maryland, Brad
Swift of Booneville, Arkansas, Jessica Lamproe of Rudy, Arkansas, Cory Rogers of Warsaw, Indiana, Kristen Rogers
of Warsaw, Indiana; nephews, Ronnie Rogers and Steve Rogers, and nieces, Sherri Taylor, Nina Freeman and Pat
Venable. He was preceded in death by his parents, Granville and Cordie Rogers, three brothers, William Freeman,
Elmer Freeman and Ernest Freeman. Pallbearers are Billy Richard Rogers, Troy House, Clarence McConnell, Bill
Shaddon, Basil Bruton, B.D. Mays, Larry Boren, Jimmy Lee Miner, Vernal Singleton and Gerald Venable. Services
for Mr. Rogers will be held Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Chant Lane Pentecostal Church of God in
Y-City, Arkansas. Interment will follow at Chant Cemetery with Brother Mike Shaddon officiating under the
direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
The Waldron News
6 August 2008
CHARLIE WOODROE ROGERS
Charlie Woodroe Rogers of Mena, Arkansas passed away Friday, August 1, 2008 in the Mena Regional Medical Center.
He was born August 26, 1914 in Chant, Arkansas, his age being 93 years, 11 months and 6 days. Mr. Rogers was the
son of the late H.C. Rogers and the late Viola Wheelus Rogers. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, a 32nd
Degree Mason, a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. He worked for McDonald Douglas Aeronatics, retiring as
an Aircraft Machinist. He had made his home in Polk County since 2002. He is survived by two daughters, Elois
Barrett of Coweta, Oklahoma and Betty Joe and husband Kenneth Leger of North Little Rock, AR; three half-sisters,
Glenda Fay Parson of Waldron, AR, Verna Lee Ferrair of Mena, AR and Larna Jean Powell of Barling, AR; five
grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and three great-great-great grandchildren.
Mr. Rogers was cremated. The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. Services are under the
direction of Hall Funeral Service of Mena.
The Waldron News
7 April 2010
DONALD F. ROGERS
Donald F. Rogers, Sr., 71, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Sunday, April 4, 2010 in a Fort Smith,
Arkansas hospital. Donald was born on January 18, 1939 in Mesa, Arizona to the late Olan Jasper and Gladys Inez
(West) Rogers. He attended the Waldron Assembly of God Church and was a retired USDA poultry inspector. Donald
is survived by his wife Margaret Ann (Vaughn) Rogers of the home; four daughters, Angela Dickens of Waldron,
Arkansas, Sandy Shaddon of Waldron, Arkansas, Rose Garrison of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Marcia Harvey of Waldron,
Arkansas; one son, Donald F. Rogers, Jr. of California, Missouri; 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Donald's graveside funeral servies will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Chant Cemetery in Y-City
with Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home &
Crematory in Waldron. Visitation will be 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday and 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesday at
the funeral home. Donald's family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00
p.m.
The Waldron News
16 March 2005
DONNY RAY ROGERS, SR.
Donny Ray Rogers, Sr., age 60, of Ozark, Arkansas was born February 10, 1945 in Y-City, Arkansas and
went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 11, 2005. He was a U.S. Army veteran with 18 years of service,
a 32nd degree Mason, member of the Ozark Masonic Lodge #79, and a member of the Disciples of Christ
First Christian Church of Ozark. A service will be held at a later date at the U.S. National Cemetery
in Fort Smith, AR. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Rogers of the home; son, Donny Ray Rogers, Jr.
and wife Danelle of Fort Smith, AR; two grandchildren, Zoe Rogers and Ian Rogers also of Fort Smith;
three step-sons, Kent Rudolph of Lewisville, TX, Scott Rudolph of Ozark and Kale Rudolph of Ozark; four
sisters, Thelma Hall of Y-City, AR, Bonnie Smelley of Longview, TX, Mary Kennamer of Needmore, AR and
Ruth Korbell of Alma, AR; one brother, J.T. Rogers of Y-City, AR; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild,
and numerous nieces, nephews and special friends, Jerry and Willie. Arrangements under the direction of
Shaffer Funeral Home of Ozark, AR.
The Waldron News
22 April 1998
GLADYS INEZ ROGERS
Gladys Inez Rogers, 84, of Waldron died Tuesday, April 14, 1998 in
a Waldron nursing home. She was a homemaker and a Pentecostal.
Graveside service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 16 at
Chant Cemetery in Y-City.
Survivors include one son, Donald Rogers Sr., of Waldron; two
sisters: Bonnie Hamilton, of Yucca Valley, California and Connie Frazee,
of Prescott, Arizona; five grandchildren: Angela Dickens, Sandy Shaddon,
Donald Rogers Jr. and Marcia Harvey, all of Waldron, and Rose McKinney,
of Heavener, Oklahoma; 13 great-grandchildren. Martin Funeral Home was
in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
14 December 2022
J.T. "TEETLE" ROGERS
J.T. �Teetle� Rogers, 75, was born February 3, 1947 and passed this life December 1, 2022 in Y-City, Arkansas. J.T. is survived by his two sons, Roy (Bo) Rogers of Waldron, Arkansas
and David (Brother) Rogers of Waldron, Arkansas. He is also survived by his niece he helped to raise, LaDonna Frost of Fort Smith, Arkansas and Linda Rogers of Y-City, Arkansas. He
was also the proud grandfather to seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He also had a loving extended family of nieces, nephews and friends. J.T. was preceded in death by
his father, Jim Wilburn Rogers, his mother, Sara Jane Rogers, and his siblings, Ruth Corbell, Bud Rogers, Thelma Hall, John Rogers, Bonnie Smelley, Mary Kennamer, Donnie Rogers and
Roger Dale Rogers. J.T. worked hard his whole life and was successful at many jobs, but he spent most of his years logging. He was one of a kind and had the ability to tell the best
stories in detail. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 10th at 2:00PM at Chant Cemetery in Boles, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
24 November 2021
JANICE ROGERS
Janice Rogers, 95, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 5, 2021 in Waldron, Arkansas. She was born at Boles, Arkansas on February 28,1926 to Richard and Clara (Rose) Morgan.
She attended school at Boles and graduated from Waldron High School in 1943. She taught in rural schools in Scott County for three years and one year at Forester. She was married in
1946 to Robert Lee Payne and they became parents to two children, Joyce Jean and Bobby Leo. In 1956 she married Henry Jefferson Rogers and they moved to Houston, Texas. After her
children were in school she began attending the University of Houston where she graduated with a bachelors of science in elementary education. She taught school in Houston six years
until the family moved back to Boles in 1969. For the next twenty years she taught second graders at Waldron. She also attended summer classes at Henderson University at Arkadelphia
and earned a masters degree. It was during this time she became interested in genealogy. She was a lifetime charter member of the Scott County Historical and Genealogical Society, and
was the author of four published books with the family records of local people. In 1993 Janice moved to Mena, Arkansas where she continued her interest in genealogy by joining the Polk
County Society. Janice was also active in the theater there for a few years, performing in three plays. She gave six solo performances in Waldron, Mena and Hot Springs where she
impersonated famous characters from the past. Her hobbies include gardening, handwork, painting, working as a volunteer at the Senior Card Shop, and travel. She had traveled to
Australia, New Zealand, Eastern and Western Canada, Alaska and most of the fifty states including her favorite, Hawaii. She had visited Hawaii with her mother, children, grandson and
his family. Janice was a former member of the Boles Freewill Baptist Church and later a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church of Mena, and a board member of the Mena and Polk
County Senior Citizens Center. Janice leaves behind to cherish her memory grandson Donald Brown and wife Pam; great grandchildren: Brandi Sims and husband, Eric; Keaton Brown and Lexi
Lane; great great grandchildren: Ashton Nevills, Bailey, Jaelynn, Kacee Jean Sims along with The Dalton's Assisted Living residents and staff. She was preceded in death by her parents
Richard and Clara, her son Bobby Leo and daughter Joyce Jean and her brother Buddy Morgan. Janice's life celebration was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating. Interment will follow in the Buffalo Cemetery in Boles, Arkansas. Janice's pallbearers will be Keaton Brown,
Rick Powell, Ronnie Powell, Eric Sims, James Billings, Miles Dozier, Donnie Jewell. Honorary pallbearers are The Dalton's Assisted Living Staff. Janice's visitation was held Tuesday,
November 9, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.
Scott County Times
5 May 2004
JIMMIE E. ROGERS
Y-City--Funeral services for Jimmie E. Rogers, 72, of Y-City were held at 2 pm Tuesday, May 4, 2004
at Chant Pentecostal Church of God. Burial followed at Chant Cemetery under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Rogers died Friday, April 30, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. He was a member
of The Living Word Church and the Waldron Masonic Lodge. He was a retired SMSgt from the US Air Force
and served as a crew member of Air Force One for President Johnson and Vice President Agnew. Survivors
include his wife of fifty years, Matilda Rogers of the home; a daughter, Peggy Ann Bunn of Charleston,
South Carolina; a son, Larry David Rogers of Summerfield, Illinois; three sisters, Shirley Castleberry
of Waldron, Mary McConnell of Y-City and Bonnie Nix of Parks; two brothers, Billy Richard Rogers and
Bernis E. Rogers both of Y-City; grandchildren, Bernie Rogers, Larry Rogers, Jr., Travis Rogers, Ezekiel
Rogers, Jimmy Bunn, Jason Rogers, John Rogers, Robert Rogers, Charity Rogers, Jurger Rogers and Skylor
Rogers; and two great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Jimmy Bunn, Travis Burgess, Steven Miner, Kevin
Wright, Larry Rogers, Jr. and Jason Rogers. Honorary pallbearers were Steve Holmes, Gary Shaddon and
Travis Rogers.
The Waldron News
29 May 2019
JIMMY WENDLE ROGERS
Jimmy Wendle Rogers, 80, of Waldron, passed away May 24, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Hatfield, Arkansas on August 28, 1938 to James and Luis Rogers. He was
the beloved and devoted husband to Verna Rogers for 59 years. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Verna, his sister, Dorothy Austin, brother, Dr. Gene
Rogers and wife, Lona, brother-in-law Donny Owens and wife Kay, Daughters Darla Lavender and husband Dr. Robert Lavender, Deborah Tatum and husband Tom and son Jimmy (Bim) Rogers, Jr.;
six grandchildren: Dr. Lauren Lavender Pacheco and husband Dr. Zachary Pacheco, Dr. Charles Lavender and wife Christa, Kyle Hall, Christopher Hall and wife Crystal, Allea Rogers, and
Mathew Gramlich Rogers; three great-grandchildren, Owen Hall, Loki Hall, Mitchell Pacheco, many nieces, nephews and friends and his special little dog, Taz. Jimmy was employed at Valmac,
Farm Bureau Insurance Agency, and Hughes Insurance Agency before retiring in 2009. He continued working on his beloved farm caring for his cows and enjoying his gardens and birds. He
enjoyed listening to music and watching movies in the evening as well as football. Jimmy took great pride in his family and all of their accomplishments. He enjoyed many years of
activities and sporting events with his children. He especially enjoyed the many years his family would gather for Thanksgiving and Christmas. We will all miss him so much. Jimmy's life
celebration will be Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Duncan Cemetery. Arrangements are being entrusted to
the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Jimmy's pallbearers will be Kyle Hall, Christopher Hall, Charles Lavender, Jace Owens, Mathew Gramlich Rogers and Jimmy Oswald.
Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Lawrence, Ricky Don Black and Charles Maxell. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 28, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
28 September 2016
KEITH EDWARD ROGERS
Keith Edward Rogers, 57, of Boles, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at his home. He was born November 15, 1958 in Mena, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife, Mary, of the home; his two children, Zachary Rogers and wife Lacey of Waldron, Trinity Rogers of Waldron; four step-children,
Whitnee Rice of the hom, Levi Page, Jacob Page and Rachel Page all of Waldron; his mother Sally Rogers of Waldron; four brothers, Mike Rogers and wife Eva
of Waldron, Ronnie Rogers and wife Billie of Gillham, AR, Joe Don Rogers and wife Karan of Waldron and Eddie Davis and wif Reyna of North Carolina; six
grandsons, Joseph Rogers, Kaden Rogers, Justin Edgar, Konner Rogers, Joshua Trumble and Knox Rogers all of Waldron, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins
and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Phillip (Bud) Rogers, one brother, Phillip James Rogers, biological mother, Lessie Hicks, grandparents,
Rev. Clermon and Lola Rogers. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. A private
family interment will be held at Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield, Arkansas. Arrangements are under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron.
The Waldron News
28 April 2021
& Resident Press
5 May 2021
MARY FAYE (McCULLAH) ROGERS
Mary Faye Rogers, 85, of Y-City, AR, passed from this life on April 22, 2021, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Mary Faye was born on April 12, 1936 to the late John Manual McCullah and June
(Tinsley) McCullah in Forester, AR. After graduating from Waldron High School in 1954, she married Charlie "Short" Rogers, Jr. Mary Faye was a homemaker, devoted wife, loving mother,
grandmother and great-grandmother. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary Faye was a member of the Solid
Rock Pentecostal Church of God for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star, past Worthy Matron, and served as Secretary of the Waldron chapter for several years. She is
survived by her daughter Kathy Swift of Booneville, son Howard (Linda) of Y-City; five grandchildren, Brian (Mary) Swift of Baltimore, MD, Brad (Melinda) Swift of Russellville, AR,
Jessica (Kyle) Hathaway of Bentonville, AR, Cory Rogers of Mentone, IN and Kristin Craft of Mishawaka, IN; and six great-grandchildren, Leah Shepherd, Addison Swift, Emmerson Swift,
Amelia Craft, Embyr Hathaway, and Tyson Swift. In addition, she is also survived by sisters-in-law Chris McCullah, Miki McCullah, Mary Lou McCullah, and Marlene McCullah and several
nieces, nephews and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her parents mentioned above, her husband of 51 years, Charlie "Short", her son Charles Wayne, and her brothers,
James, John, Lloyd, Floyd and Wendell McCullah. Mary Faye's life celebration will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 26, 2021 at the Solid Rock Pentecostal Church in Y-City, Arkansas with
Rev. Mike Shaddon officiating. Interment will follow in the Chant Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas. Mary Faye's pallbearers will be Brian Swift, Brad Swift, Kyle Hathaway, Cory Rogers, Johnny McCullah, Ron Rogers, Steve Rogers, Brian McCullah and Daniel McCullah. Honorary
pallbearer will be Tyson Ray Swift. Mary Faye's visitation will be Sunday, April 25, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
27 February 2019
MICHAEL L. ROGERS
Michael L. Rogers, 64, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away February 24, 2019 in Fort Smith. Michael was born January 18, 1955 in Texarkana, Arkansas to the late Phillip Bud and Sally
(Buckle) Rogers. Michael is survived by his wife Eva Tolbert Rogers, two sons; Shannon Rogers, Nathan McMellon, two daughters; Stacia McDermott, Timary May, six grandchildren, two
great-grandchildren, two brothers; Joe Don Rogers, Ronnie Rogers and by many nieces, nephews, friends and other family. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers; Keith
and Phillip Rogers. The family will have a private service at a later date, cremation will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron.
The Waldron News
7 February 2007
PAULA MARIE ROGERS
Paula Marie Rogers, 88, of Pasadena, Texas passed away Thursday, February 1, 2007 in a Pasadena, Texas
nursing home. She was a homemaker and a member of the Boles Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral service was
at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Chant
Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one
daughter, Patsy Wagner of South Houston, Texas; six grandchildren, and several great and great-great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Graffin Rogers, daughter, Dona Conley, and
parents George and Lula Frost.
The Waldron News
2 March 2016
PHILLIP JAMES ROGERS
Phillip James Rogers Jr. age 63 of Longview, Texas passed away February 22, 2016 in Tyler, Texas. Phillip was born February 1, 1953 in Mena, Arkansas. He was a graduate of Waldron
High School Class of 1971 and was a retired Respiratory Therapist Protocol Supervisor at a Longview hospital. Phillip is survived by one daughter, Katie Rogers of Dallas, Texas.
He is also survived by his mother, Sally Rogers of Waldron; five brothers, Ronnie of Gillham, Arkansas, Eddie Davis of North Carolina, Keith Rogers of Boles and Mike and Joe Don Rogers,
both of Waldron. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
The Waldron News
19 March 2008
PHILLIP JAMES "BUD" ROGERS, SR.
Phillip James "Bud" Rogers, Sr. went to be with his Lord Thursday, March 13, 2008. He is preceded in death by his
parents, Reverend Clermon and Lola Rogers and his brother, Don Rogers. He is survived by his wife, Sally Buckles
Rogers of the home; 5 sons, Michael and Joe Don Rogers of Waldron, Phillip Rogers of Longview, Texas, Ronnie Rogers
of Gillham, Arkansas and Keith Rogers of Boles, Arkansas; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-
great grandchild. He was a retired truck driver. Graveside services will be at the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron on
Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Duncan Cemetery Fund, care of Waldron
First National Bank, P.O. Box 2260, Waldron. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Ronnie Rogers, Shannon Rogers, Nathan
McMellon, Hunter Nevills, Zack Rogers and Kenneth Bohanan.
The Waldron News
27 May 1998
RUSSELL LYNN ROGERS
Russell Lynn Rogers, 36, of Waldron died Wednesday, May 20, 1998 in
his home. He was a fork lift driver and a Baptist. He was preceded in
death by his father, Jerry Rogers, and his paternal grandparents, Matt
and Elva Rogers.
Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23 in Martin
Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Sehorn Cemetery near Waldron.
Survivors include his mother and step-father, Donna and Glenn
Stanfill, of Waldron; his maternal grandparents, Holland and Inez Piles,
of Parks; his sister, Tanya Fretz, of Mena; one niece, Talyssa Fretz, of
Mena; aunts and uncles: Keith and Rhonda Piles, Leamon and Edna Piles,
Rainey and Dorothy Ridenhour, a favorite pet dog, Sissy.
Pallbearers were Justin Ridenhour, Dan Ridenhour, Don Ridenhour,
Tim Combs, Richie Piles, Jason Piles, C.J. Miller and Marty Hitchcock.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
22 March 2017
SALLY SUE ROGERS
Sally Sue Rogers, age 75 of Waldron, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was born on October 13, 1941, in Girard, Kansas, to Jerry W. and Eula
Mae Buckle. Sally was a retired store clerk for Country Express convenience store in Waldron. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry W. and Eula Mae Buckle, her husband,
Phillip "Bud" Rogers, two sons; Phillip Rogers, Jr., and Keith Rogers, one sister Mary Ann Jones and one brother Dick Buckle. Sally is survived by three sons; Ronnie and wife Billie
of Gillham, Arkansas, Mike and wife Eva, Joe Don and wife Karan all of Waldron, 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Other survivors include, two
brothers; Jerry and wife Shirley and Joe Buckle all of Girard, Kansas. Visitation will be Monday March 20, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside
service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday March 21, 2017 at Duncan Cemetery with Mike Galinato officiating, burial will follow the service at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Shannon Rogers, Hunter Nevills, Little Ron Rogers, Zack Rogers and Conner McDermott.
Resident Press
29 January 2020
SHIRLEY ANN ROGERS
Shirley Ann Rogers of Waldron, Arkansas, formerly of Lufkin, Texas passed from this life, Friday, January 17, 2020 in Waldron, Arkansas with her daughter by her side. Shirley was born
October 19, 1943 to Amos and Bennie Lee (Tucker) Rogers in Beaumont, Texas. She was 76 years old. Shirley was a full blood Texas country girl plum down to her sassiness. She loved to
laugh and make people around her laugh. She enjoyed fishing and then reaping the benefits by having a fish fry with her family. She enjoyed the pretty flowers in her yard and just
spending time outside. With all that said, she was always up for a good ol' John Wayne movie any time. Shirley's favorite time as that she had the privilege of sharing with family and
friends, making treasured memories. Shirley leaves behind to cherish her memory, one daughter, Debbie Freeby and husband Bob of Hartford, Arkansas, and her grandchildren: Stephanie Wood
of Bentonville, Arkansas, Jason Helm of Atlanta, Georgia, Erica Matthieson of Perry, Oklahoma and Erin Freeby of Abbington, Pennsylvania, 8 great grandchildren and 3 great great
grandchildren. She will forever remain in the hearts of her siblings: Linda Davis and husband George, Harold Rogers and wife Louise, Billy Rogers and sister in law Michelle Rogers all of
Nacogdoches, Texas. Shirley 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 loved ones. Shirley
was preceded in death by her parents: Amos and Bennie Rogers, one brother, Joe T. Rogers and one sister in law Bobbie Rogers. Shirley's memorial life celebration will be 10:00 a.m.,
Saturday, February 8, 2020, at the Douglass Cemetery in Douglass, Texas. Interment will follow. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home &
Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
3 August 2005
SHIRLEY JEAN ROGERS
Ms. Shirley Jean Rogers of Hatfield, Arkansas passed away Monday, August 1, 2005 in the Mena
Medical Center. She was born January 31, 1947 in Parks, Arkansas. Her age being 58 years and
7 months. Mrs. Rogers was the daughter of Charlie W. Rogers and the late Ethel Elizabeth
Franklin Rogers. She lived in Hatfield for the last three years, moving from Poteau, Oklahoma,
was a Registered Nurse and a member of Christ's Church in Cove. Survivors are her father, Charlie
Rogers of Hatfield, Arkansas, and two sisters, Elois Barrett of Coweta, Oklahoma and Betty Leger
of N. Little Rock, Arkansas. Mrs. Rogers was cremated under the direction of Hall Funeral Service
of Mena.
The Waldron News
26 July 2006
SUE ROGERS
Sue Rogers, 75, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, July 15, 2006 in a Waldron hospital. She was
a member of the First Baptist Church of Waldron and worked for the Harris Motor Company for 37 years. Funeral
service was at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is
survived by one sister, Joyce Sehorn and husband Bill of Oklahoma City, OK; one brother, Andy Richmond
and wife Joann of North Little Rock, AR; two nieces, Brenda Hill of Waldron, AR, Debbie Blalock of
Oklahoma City, OK; three nephews, Todd, Chad and Jonathan Richmond; and a host of relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lester Richmond and Rose House, and one sister, Melba Hill.
Pallbearers were Todd Richmond, Jonathan Richmond, Anthony Morrison, A.G. Morrison, Charlie Hughes and
Troy Rippy.
Scott County Times
7 November 2001
SUSIE ROGERS
Susie Rogers, 91, of Waldron died Wednesday, October 31, 2001 in
a Waldron nursing home. She was a homemaker, of the Pentecostal faith
and the widow of Otto Rogers. She was preceded in death by one son,
Benjamin Crump and one daughter, Bernice Rogers.
Funeral services were 10 am Friday, November 2, 2001 at the Y-City
Community Church with burial following at Chant Cemetery in Y-City under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
She is survived by three daughters, Shirley B. Castleberry of
Waldron, Mary B. McConnell of Y-City and Bonny S. Nix of Needmore,
Arkansas; three sons, Jimmie E., Billy R. and Bernis E., all of Y-City;
18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Carlton McConnell, David McConnell, Shane McConnell,
Jack Nix, Clay McConnell, Wayne Crump, George Crump, Larry Rogers, Allan
Rogers and Matt Rogers.
Scott County Times
21 April 2004
TISH ROGERS
Tish Rogers, 91, of Boles, Arkansas died Monday, April 19, 2004 in a Waldron nursing home. She was
a homemaker and a member of Boles Freewill Baptist Church. She was the widow of Elmer Rogers. Funeral
services will be held at 11 am Wednesday, April 21, 2004 at Boles Freewill Baptist Church with burial
following at Chant Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by two sons,
Max Rogers of Midlothian, Texas and Gordon Rogers of Arlington, Texas; 7 grandchildren and 7 great-
grandchildren.
The Waldron News
25 February 2015
W.E. "DUB" ROGERS
W.E. "Dub" Rogers of Greenwood, formerly of Booneville and Waldron, passed from this life Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born Sept. 10, 1934 in Ione to
Harry Gordon and Lo Eva James Rogers. A graveside service with military honors was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at Carolan Cemetery near Booneville under the direction
of Roberts Funeral Home. His favorite job was working as a cowboy for the state. He really loved horses and he enjoyed hunting with his dogs. He served in the United States Army,
spending most of his active duty time in Alaska, and he was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant. He is preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Rogers; a sister, Velta
Marie McConnell, and his parents, before mentioned. He is survived by one son, Timothy Joel Rogers (Rosalie) of Boise, Idaho; one brother, Noble Lee Rogers (June) of Booneville;
three sisters, Rose Ellen Storts (Curtis) of Driggs, Emma Jo Parish (Bill) of Booneville, and Linda Sue Morris (David) of Booneville; his former spouse, JohnnieSue (Gallimore)
Rogers of Waldron; one grandson, Daniel Lynn Hansen (Kathleen) of Boise; and five granddaughters, Joni Lenore Hansen of Provo, Utah; Jessica Suzanne Rogers of Salt Lake City,
Utah; Rebecca Jane Bradley (Chris) of Salt Lake City; Laura Elizabeth Rogers of Boise; and Rachel Ellen Rogers of Boise.
The Waldron News
5 April 2017
WANDA SUE ROGERS
Wanda Sue Rogers, 67, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away April 2, 2017. She was born October 12, 1949 in Waldron to the late Joe and Daisy (Thomas) Curtis. She is survived by two sons; Roy
and David Rogers, four grandchildren; LaCee Isom, Joseph Rogers, Aryn Rogers, Dalten Rogers, four great-grandchildren, one special niece/step daughter Ladonna Frost, four siblings; Linda
Rogers, Rosie Wagner, Monette Austin, Raymond Curtis and by several nieces, nephews, friends and other family. She was preceded in death by her parents. Graveside memorial service will
be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday April 8, 2017 at Chant Cemetery near Y-City under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
10 June 2020
DELLA BELLE ROMINE
Della Belle Romine, 78, of East End Hensley, passed away on June 1, 2020. She was born on September 29, 1941 in Story, Arkansas to the late Grady Starlin and Dovie M. Phillips Daves.
Della was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Benton Ward. She served in many callings there with much diligence. Della was retired from the Corp of
Engineers where she worked in the Real Estate Department. Della had a degree in bookkeeping which she applied to many jobs, but most helpful in her joint venture with Jack at Romine's
Grocery and Texaco gas station. Della enjoyed many hobbies, one of which was fishing in the ponds and creeks at her home as a child, then later in her own pond. She made beautiful quilts
which are much treasured by her children and grandchildren. Della was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Dora Lavenia Green. Those left to cherish her memory, sons, Ronald
Romine of East End, Donald (Delia) Romine of Kansas, Tracy (Ira) Romine of Iowa, daughters, Christie (Chris) Speak of Minnesota and Sandra (Mike) Nyberg of Idaho, brother, Gabriel
(Luanne) Daves of Valliant, Oklahoma, grandchildren, Garett Speak, Joshua Speak, Anna Speak, Ashley McGarry, Shawn Brown, Whitney Davis, Cameron Davis, Zoe, Ella and Jonas Romine,
Reese Romine and nine great grandchildrn. Graveside services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at Reed Cemetery in Story, Arkansas. In Lieu of flowers, the family
request donations to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude's Children's Hospital in Memphis.
The Waldron News
24 May 2000
SHARON LOUISE LIMBOCKER ROOD
Sharon Louise Limbocker Rood, 56, of Tatetown, Arkansas died Thursday, May 18, 2000 in a
Little Rock hospital. She was retired from McDonnell-Douglas, a member of the Eastern Star,
and attended Egypt Freewill Baptist Church. She went to school in California and returned
to Arkansas in 1985 to live on [the] farm. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale
Eric Rood and her parents, Chet and Louise Limbocker. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m.
Monday, May 22, 2000 at Egypt Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Egypt Cemetery in Blue
Ball, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. She is survived by
her companion, Norman Lee Hunt of Tatetown, AR; one son and daughter-in-law, Todd Eric and Amy
Rood of Tatetown, AR; one sister, Peggy Nelson of Redondo Beach, CA; one brother, Larry
Limbocker of Redondo Beach, CA; and two nieces, Kinsey Nelson and Stacy Nelson, both of
Redondo Beach, CA. Pallbearers were Michael Leyden, Timmy Rief, Rick Wiser, Chris Vaughn,
Terry Owens and Roy Wilkens.
The Waldron News
15 August 2007
ALMA NANCY VINES ROSE
Alma Nancy Vines Rose, 88, born to Bert and Addie Vines in the Buffalo Community on January 11, 1919, she was
one of seven sisters and three brothers. She was an active member of Waldron Freewill Baptist Church. Alma
was greatly known for her quilts and her warm hospitality, but most of all she loved her family. Funeral
service was at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment at the
Dooley Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. Alma was preceded in death by her parents,
her husband Luke Rose, an infant daughter, two daughters, Betty Oliver and Treva Davis, and one brother and
three sisters. She is survived by one daughter, Geanetta Nevills and husband Kenneth of Cauthron, Arkansas;
two sons, Herbert Rose and wife Patricia of Waldron, and Fredie Rose and wife Freda of Mena, Arkansas;
three sisters, Veda Paullman of San Francisco, California, Lily May Windham of Waldron, AR and Arrie Stroud
of Fort Smith, AR; two brothers, Bird Vines of Waldron, AR and L.D. Vines of Mansfield, AR. Alma was also the
proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, seven great-great grandchildren, and a host of
nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Ronnie Simkens, Orvaldale Sizemore, Preston Isom, Leon Windham, Randy
Vines and Gary Richardson. Honorary pallbearers were Stanley Brewer, Kelly Ashford, Bill Needham, Herman
Atchley and Joe Smith. In lieu of flowers memorials please be made to Waldron Freewill
Baptist Church.
The Waldron News
2 February 2000
BESSIE ALMA ROSE
Bessie Alma Rose, 94, of Boles, Arkansas died Friday, January 28, 2000 in her home.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral services were
held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2000 at Boles Freewill Baptist Church with burial
at Buffalo Cemetery at Boles, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron,
AR. She is survived by one son, Bobby Charles Rose, Sr. of Boles; one granddaughter,
Annette Yancy; two grandsons, Bobby Charles Rose, Jr. and Shane Rose.
The Waldron News
9 February 2000
BESSIE ALMA ROSE
Bessie Alma Rose, 94, of Boles, Arkansas died Friday, January 28, 2000 in her home.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral services were
at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 1 at Boles Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Buffalo
Cemetery at Boles under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. She is
survived by one son, Bobby Charles Rose, Sr. of Boles; one granddaughter, Annette Yancy;
two grandsons, Bobby Charles Rose, Jr. and Shane Rose. Pallbearers were Shane Rose,
Bobby Charles Rose, Jr., Grady Mack Rose, Jack Yancey, Troy House, Cody Fuller.
Honorary pallbearers were John McCraw, Don Frost, Charlie Vaughan and Worman Owens.
The Waldron News
8 July 1998
BETTY J. ROSE
Betty J. Rose, 57, of Waldron, died Thursday, July 1, 1998 in her
home. She was a certified nurses aid, a Baptist and a VISTA volunteer.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 3 in Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with burial at Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include her husband, Orval; one daughter, Tonyia
Funk, of Waldron; two sons: Paul Salmon, of Waldron and Wesley Salmon, of
Huntington; three sisters: Eva Cross, Stroud, Oklahoma, Donna Gibbs, of
Stroud, Oklahoma and Edith Jett, of Little Rock; one brother, Danny
Powers, of Stroud, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren: Robert, Mandy, Jackie,
Dusty, Jesse, Micki and Calissa.
Pallbearers were Eldon Funk, Floyd Rose, Gerald McGahan, Bruce
Keener, Don Metcalf, Merle Metcalf and Everett Rose.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Resident Press
9 December 2020
BETTY JO ROSE
Betty Jo (Bailey) Rose was called home on December 2, 2020 in Waldron, AR. She was born on April 12, 1934 in Waldron, AR to Herman Clayton and Dixie (Swindle) Bailey. She married the love
of her life, John Stephen Rose Sr. in 1949 and again in 1963. During their 50 year union they had four children, John Jr., Verna Lea, Bettye Lavonne and Thomas Clayton. Betty was a loving
wife, a caring mother, grandmother and aunt. Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren loved her dearly. Some of Mrs. Rose�s life experiences consisted
of working as a seamstress at the Waldron Furniture Factory for 26 years before retiring when the factory shut down in 1987. She and her husband started a church in Mena, AR in 1965,
called the Fourth Street Church. After four years there, she served her Lord and Savior at the Bush Community Church in Waldron. This is where she remained as a member for 42 years until
she was unable to attend. During her time at Bush she exemplified her faith in her Lord, Jesus Christ, by teaching Sunday School Classes, playing the piano, and singing praises in
admiration of Him. Betty loved playing the piano, singing at church, reading her Bible and other books; she also took great pride and time in studying the lessons for her Sunday School
Class. Being in service for Jesus was something she did not take lightly. She strived to be a good example for her family and others. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband,
three brothers: Ruffus, Gilbert, and Luther Bailey; one infant sister, Thelma Unice; one grandson, Stephen Ray Rose; and one great-granddaughter, Ashton Lynn Smith. Also her in-laws, John
Thomas and Ruth Gertrude (Sutton) Rose; two brothers in-law, Claude and Albert Rose; six sisters in-law, Selma Smith, Lorene Rose, Becky Bailey, Lorene Bailey, Bonnie Forrest, Mary Rose,
Imogene McCurry and Betty Boggs. She is survived by her four children: John Jr. of Guys, TN, Verna and husband Wayne Smith of Heavener, OK, Lavonne Page of Waldron, AR, and Thomas and
Karen of Fayetteville, AR; Two sisters in-law: Mahale Bailey of Waldron, AR and Joyce Rose of Story, AR. Grandma Rose is also survived by 10 grandchildren: April Shannon, Bobby Page,
Jamie Page, Wayne Smith II, Jorena Stapp, Becky Bivins, Erik Smith, John Thomas Rose, Thomas Rose II, and Misty Allen. 23 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren, plus many
other relatives and very dear friends. Betty�s life celebration will be Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 2:00 pm at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, AR. Arranements are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Betty�s visitation will be December 5, 2020 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home, the family will be there
to greet you. Betty�s pallbearers will be her grandchildren: April Shannon, Wayne Smith II, Jorena Stapp, Becky Bivins, Erik Smith, and Thomas Rose II. Honorary pallbearers will be Sue
Bottoms, Ivy Hicks, Richard Wright, Margie Mack, Nadine Koph and Dixe Smith.
The Waldron News
22 October 2014
BOBBY CHARLES ROSE
Bobby Charles Rose, 78, of Boles, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2014 in Waldron, Arkansas. Bobby was born February 21, 1936 in Okemah, Oklahoma. Bobby
lived his entire life in Boles, Arkansas. He was a man of many trades with various skills and talents. He worked in the Waldron Furniture Factory, built houses,
built forest service roads putting in bridges and tin hornes. He owned and operated a construction business. He also owned and operated Rivercrest Restaurant. He
loved hunting, fishing and training race horses. He married the love of his life Carole "Tillie" Fuller. They were married for 55 years. He loved spending time with
his family and friends. He was most proud of his grandchildren and loved bragging about them. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him and loved him. Bobby is
survived by his wife Carole "Tillie" Fuller of the home, four children: Randy Clinton Watkins and wife, Vickie, Bobby Charles Rose Jr., Annette Yancey and husband
Jack, Tim Waterberry and wife, Susan, three grandchildren; Teaira Sims and husband, Jeffrey, Brandon Rose and Dajah Hamilton, April Rose and one great-granddaughter
expected soon, Vanessa Raelynn Rose. He is preceded in death by his mother Bessie Alma Rose and one son, Shane LaRay Rose. Cremation will be under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
1 October 2014
CHARLOTTE MARIE ROSE
Charlotte Marie Rose, 28, of Waldron, born October 18, 1985, passed away September 18, 2014. She is preceded in death by grandfathers, Ralph VanDyken and Robert Hodson. Charlotte is
survived by her parents, Robert and Carla Hodson; grandmothers, Naomi Evatt and Marge VanDyken; siblings, Shannon VanDyken-Washborn, Ashley Scott, Angela Criteser, Trina Harper and
Candice Hodson; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by Arkansas Funeral Care.
The Waldron News
4 October 2017
FREDIE LUTHER ROSE
Fredie Luther Rose, age 73, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, previously of Alma, passed away Friday, September 29th, 2017 at the Arkansas Veteran's Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
H was born October 17, 1943 in Boles, Arkansas, the son of Luke Washington and Alma (Vines) Rose. Fredie served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He retired from
the Arkansas State Police (Troop H); he also raised chickens for Tyson Foods. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Betty and Treva. Survivors include his wife of
40 years Fred Walker Rose; four children, Timothy S. Rose and wife Amy, Melissa Hutsell and husband Brent all of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Mark Rose and wife Kara and Tim N. Rose all
of Alma, Arkansas; one brother Herbert Rose and wife Pat of Waldron, Arkansas; one sister Gennetta Nevills and husband Kenneth also of Waldron, Arkansas; ten grandchildren Niklas,
Jakson and Harrison Rose, Michael, Meliah and Moriah Hutsell and Dakota, Luke, Jennifer and Heather; a host of great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Monday, October 2,
2017, 6:00-7:00 pm at the Luginburel Chapel. Funeral service was held 1:00 pm Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove. Graveside service with military honors
were held at 3:30 p.m. at Deans Cemetery in Alma, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
21 August 2002
FREEDA MAE HAWKINS ROSE
Waldron--Freeda Mae Hawkins Rose, 82, of Waldron passed away
Sunday, August 18 in a Waldron nursing home. Mrs. Rose was a
homemaker and widow of Jackie Rose. Funeral service will be 4 pm,
Wednesday, August 21 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Keith
Holleman and Jay Hunnicutt officiating with interment in Buffalo
Cemetery at Boles under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of
Waldron.
Pallbearers will be Stan Rose, Stuart Rose, Steven Rose,
Eddie Hawkins, Jim Lee and Doug White. Visitation was held at 6 pm
to 9 pm Tuesday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Rose is survived by her son and his wife, Wilford and
Cheri Rose of Waldron; two sisters, Eloise Jones of Mansfield and
Sue Eddins of Mena; and a brother, Harlon M. Hawkins of Tulsa.
Other survivors include four grandchildren, Stan Rose and his wife
Terri of Greenwood, Stuart Rose and his wife Teresa of Glenwood,
Steven Rose and his wife Tammie of Keener and Christy Long and
her husband James of Waldron. Also surviving are six great grand-
children, Zach Rose, Spencer Griffin, Leah Long, Kaylin Rose,
Justin Long and Allison Rose, and several nieces and nephews.
The Waldron News
18 October 2006
GINGER MARIE JONES ROSE
Ginger Marie Jones Rose, 28, of Waldron, Arkansas died Sunday, October 15, 2006 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
She was a member of the Waldron Church of the Nazarene. Graveside service was at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday,
October 17, 2006 at Cedar Creek Cemetery at Cedar Creek, Arkansas with burial under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by her father, Eloyd Jones of Waldron, AR; three sisters,
Patricia Deer of Greenwood, AR, Deborah Moreno of Houston, TX and Christina Dyer of Norman, OK; three
brothers, Steve of Arlington, TX, Larry and David of Fort Smith, AR, and several nieces
and nephews.
Scott County Times
25 October 2000
GLADYS ROSE
Gladys Beatrice Pettit Rose, 82, of Boles, Arkansas, died
Friday, October 20, 2000 in her home. She was born September 13, 1918
at Beauchamp, Arkansas to James Grover and Alvenia Aynes Pettit. She
was a homemaker and a long time member of Boles Freewill Baptist Church.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 23, 2000 at 10 am
at Boles Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Chant Cemetery in
Y-City, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, John T.
Rose; sisters, Josephine Pettit Rogers and Ruby Pettit Miner; brothers,
Eugene Pettit, James Pettit, Roy Pettit and John E. Pettit; and one
grandson, Steven R. Rose.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Anna Gayle and
Troy House of Boles; two sons and daughters-in-law, Grady Mack and Wanda
Rose and G.W. "Dub" and Peggy Rose both of Boles; two sisters, Nadine
Griglio of Harvey and Virgie Golden of Acorn; 8 grandchildren and 15
great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Gary House, Tony Rose, Doug Goodner, Billy
Black, Cody Fuller, Randy Jones and Randy Pounds.
Memorial contributions may be made to Boles Freewill Baptist
Church Building Fund, PO Box 74, Boles, Arkansas 72926.
Scott County Times
6 February 2002
JACKIE ROSE
Jackie F. Rose, age 83, of Waldron passed away Sunday, February
3 in Waldron. He was a retired furniture factory worker, a farmer and a
member of the Keener Freewill Baptist Chuch. Mr. Rose was preceded in
death by his parents, Albert and Elizabeth Barker Rose, five brothers,
Duff, John, Luke, Tom and Rob Rose and two sisters, Effie Hawkins and
Nancy Holleman.
Mr. Rose is survived by his wife, Freeda, one son, Wilford and
his wife Cheri Rose of Waldron, three grandsons and their wives, Stan
and Terrie Rose of Greenwood, Stuart and Teresa Rose of Glenwood, and
Steven and Tammie Rose of Hot Springs. Other survivors include four
great-grandchildren, Zachary, Spencer, Leah and Kaylin and several
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 5 at
Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment at Buffalo Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Wade Eddins, Danny Rhyne, Jim Lee, Doug White, Wayne
Davis and Herbert Rose. Arrangements were under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Scott County Times
14 July 2004
JERRY LEE ROSE
Waldron--Memorial service for Jerry Rose will be at 4:00 pm Saturday, July 17, 2004, at Nella Volunteer
Fire Department under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Jerry Lee Rose, 38, of Nella community,
Arkansas passed away Friday, July 9, 2004 near Waldron. He was employed by Tyson Foods, a member of the
Nella Volunteer Fire Department and a Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Sarah; four step daughters,
Kendra, Jessie and Kaitlin Smith of the home, and Jennifer Beck of Waldron, Arkansas; one son, Jasper
Rose of the home; three God-Children, Daniel, Tabitha and John Stuart; mother, Joyce Rose of Story,
Arkansas, and one sister, Kay Rose Lee of Enola, Arkansas. Memorial contributions can be made to Nella
Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Martin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 786, Waldron,
Arkansas 72958.
The Waldron News
13 October 1999
JOHN STEPHEN ROSE, SR.
John Stephen Rose, Sr., 76, of Waldron, AR, died on Sunday,
October 10, 1999 in his home. He was an army veteran, pastor of Bush
Non-Denominational Church and was retired from Waldron Furniture
Company. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Ruth Rose,
two brothers, Albert and Claud and one sisters, Selma and grandson,
Stephen Ray.
Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 1999
at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery at Waldron,
AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
He is survived by his wife, Betty; two daughters and sons-in-law,
Verna and Wayne Smith of Heavener, OK and LaVonne and Rick Page of
Bates, AR; two sons and daughters-in-law, John Jr. and Martha Rose
of Milledgeville, TN and Thomas Clayton Rose of Springdale, AR; three
sisters, Bonnie Forrest of Waldron, Imogene McCurry of Blancett, AR
and Betty Boggs of Ione, CA; 10 grandchildren, April Rhoads, John
Thomas Rose, Bobby Page, Jamie Page, Becky Green, Misty Rose, Thomas
Rose, Wayne Smith II, Erik Smith and Jorena Stapp; and nine great-
grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Curtis Billings, H. Wayne Smith, Wayne Smith II,
Erik Smith, Thomas Clayton Rose II and Andy Forrest. Honorary
pallbearers were Holton and Willard Mack Goddard, Bob Bottoms, Burl
Williams, Alvin Carnahan and Denver Jones.
The Waldron News
14 November 2007
LOVIE MAE ROSE
Lovie Mae Rose went to be with her Lord Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the age of 92 years and one day. She
was a homemaker and attended Needmore Assembly of God Church as long as she was able. She was widow of Herman
Rose. She was born November 7, 1915. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 10, 2007 at the Needmore
Assembly of God Church with interment in the Chant Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She
is survived by two daughters, Ila Mae Rose of Waldron, Arkansas, Joyce and husband George McGahan of Abbott,
Arkansas; three sons, Orval Rose and Everett Rose of Waldron, Arkansas, Floyd Rose of Boles, Arkansas; four
grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters,
Charity Atchley Davis, Dollie Broadrick and Daisy Curtis; one brother James Thomas; and her parents, George
Henry and Lily Mae Thomas. Pallbearers were Paul Salmon, Rex Rhodes, Rickey Himes, Leon
Moore, Jimmy Atchley, Mack Rose.
The Waldron News
7 January 2015
MACIE LORENE BUTLER ROSE
Macie Lorene Butler Rose, 90, of Fort Smith went to be with her Lord December 27, 2014 in Fort Smith. She was born December 13, 1924 to the late Asa and Mary Hudson Butler in Olio,
Arkansas. Macie was known for her artistic abilities and was an ace at crossword puzzles. She loved to sew, create ceramics, and was an outstanding cook but was best at spoiling her
grandchildren, all 24 of them. Her true love was being a mother and grandmother. She is survived by three daughters, Patricia Burrough and her husband Van of Van Buren, Arkansas,
Barbara Bonds and her husband Joe of Omaha, Arkansas and Elizabeth Twilla and her husband Gary of Charleston, Arkansas; four sons, Jerry Rose and his wife Suzy of Hackett, Arkansas,
Howard Rose and his wife Roberta of Van Buren, Arkansas, Charles Rose and his wife Connie of Van Buren, Arkansas and David Rose and his wife Tonia of Lavaca, Arkansas; her brother,
Sam Butler of Fort Smith, Arkansas; two sisters, Alice Flohr of Tavaares, Florida and Reba Knox of Fort Smith, Arkansas; 24 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and great great
grandchildren. She also leaves behind special family friends, Jeanie and Cecil Marshall. Macie was preceded in death by her husband Thomas; a daughter, Jonie Elaine Rose; three brothers,
Doc, Nople and Bill Butler, and four sisters, Polly Owens, Evelyn Furguson, Syble Brigance and Ruby Plum. Funeral services were 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 30, 2014 in Edwards Funeral
Home Chapel with burial following at Fort Smith National Cemetery. Her pallbearers were her grandchildren. Services were under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.
The Waldron News
29 February 2012
MARTHA ROSE
Martha Rose passed from this life Thursday, February 23, 2012 in Jackson, Mississippi. Martha was born January 31, 1946
in Stigler, Oklahoma. She was 66 years and 23 days old. Martha was of the Pentecostal faith. She was a homemaker and loved
taking care of her family. Martha leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband John Stephen Rose of the home; three
sons, James R. Montgomery of Rammer, Tennessee, Charles E. Robinson of Dover, Tennessee, and Jessie R. Robinson of Shepard,
Texas; one step-daughter, April Rose of Springdale, Arkansas and one step-son, John Thomas Rose of Arkansas. Martha will
forever be missed by her eighteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by six sisters, Bertha
Bennett of McCurtain, Oklahoma, Paulette Fish of McCurtain, Oklahoma, Dena Hart of Wyoming, Patricia Mayhall of McCurtain,
and Becky of Keota, Oklahoma and one brother, James Harold Mayhall of Spiro, Oklahoma. Martha was preceded in death by her
mother and father. Martha's graveside service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 27, 2012 at the Duncan Cemetery in
Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Robert Hicks officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Martha's visitation was Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. in
the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
5 March 2014
MARY ANNA ROSE
Mary Anna Rose, 81, of Mena, Arkansas formerly of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Friday, February 28, 2014. Mary was born March 24, 1932 in Scott County, Arkansas to the late
Henry Osker and Sarah Jane (Staggs) Massongill. She worked at Tyson in Waldron and retired after 40 years of employment. Mary is survived by two daughters, Rebecca Stewart and husband
Mark of Mena, Arkansas, Barbara Faircloth of Waldron, Arkansas, one brother, Ben Massongill of Mena, Arkansas, four grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews,
friends and other family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Albert Wayne Rose, four brothers, Mick Moore, Arthur Moore, Doyle Massongill, Cleveland (Hack) Massongill,
and one sister, Lorene Rose. Graveside service was 10:00 a.m. Sunday, March 2, 2014 at Walnut Grove Cemetery with burial following under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron,
Arkansas.
Scott County Times
6 April 2005
NORMAN ROSE
Norman "Bill" Rose, age 71, of Waldron died Tuesday, March 29, 2005 in a Ft. Smith nursing home.
He was a logger, and was preceded in death by his wife, Gracie Lee Rose, and a daughter, Janis
Lynn Rose. He is survived by one daughter, Brenda Jo Graves of Waldron; five sons, Roger Dale Rose
of Oregon; Michael Lee Rose of Waldron; Larry Wayne Rose of Waldron; Ferlon O'Niele Rose of
Waldron and Billy Dean Rose of Mt. Ida, AR; two half brothers, Lee Austin, Jr. and Thomas Austin
of Booneville; sixteen grandchildren; several great grandchildren and several great-great
grandchildren. Memorial service will be at a later date under the direction of Martin Funeral Home
of Waldron.
The Waldron News
9 January 2019
PEGGY FAYE (TRUMBLE) ROSE
Peggy Faye (Trumble) Rose of Boles Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Monday, January 7, 2019 in Boles, Arkansas. Peggy was born July 21, 1945 in Boles, Arkansas to Charlie
and Ruth Trumble. She was 73 years, 5 months and 17 days old. Peggy leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband GW "Dub" Rose, one daughter, Sheila Jones and husband Randy
of Gravelly, Arkansas and one son, Tony Rose and Ariane of Little Rock, Arkansas. Grandma will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren and great grandchildren: Matt Rose,
Lindsey and Col Browder, Katie and Brandon Ellis, River Browder, Presley Browder, Emma Rose and Maggie Ellis. Peggy will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she
impacted including a host of nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors and loved ones dear to her heart. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Ruth Trumble, one son Steven
Rose, brother, T.J. Trumble, brother and sister in law, Leroy & Mavis Trumble, sister and brother in law, Doris and Basil Bruton and one niece Saundra Bruton. Peggy's graveside life
celebration will be 2:00 p.m.Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at the Dooley Cemetery in Boles, Arkansas with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating. Interment will follow. Arrangements are being
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Peggy's pallbearers will be Matt Rose, Randy Jones, Col Browder, Brandon Ellis, Ron Bruton, Michael Defoor and
Bobby Himes. Peggy's visitation was held Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
25 August 2004
SHANNE ROSE
Shanne LaRay Rose, 32, of Waldron, Arkansas died Thursday, August 19, 2004 near Needmore, Arkansas.
He was a heavy equipment operator. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bessie Alma Rose and
Frank and Maxine Fuller. Graveside services were held Monday, August 23, 2004 with burial at Buffalo
Cemetery near Boles, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived
by his parents, Bobby Charles and Tillie Rose of Boles; one sister, Annette Yancey and husband Jack of
Winfield; two brothers, Randy Clinton Watkins and his wife Vickie of Waldron, B.C. Rose and wife Lori
of Mena; one nephew, Brandon Rose; two nieces, Teaira Yancey and April Rose. A very special person to him,
Ginger Rose. Pallbearers were Don Frost, Dal White, Mark Ashford, Rick Owens, Mack Rose and Jamie May.
Honorary pallbearers were Joe Kalpakoff, Dougie White and Don Davis.
The Waldron News
12 October 2011
WILFORD B. ROSE
Wilford B. Rose of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life in the afternoon on Friday, October 7, 2011 in a Waldron
hospital surrounded by his family. Wilford was a member of Keener Freewill Baptist Church. He was born in 1939 to the
late Jackie F. Rose and Freda M. Hawkins Rose in Keener, Arkansas. He was 72 years, 27 days old. Wilford began his
education in Boles, Arkansas and Parks, Arkansas, then he graduated from Waldron High School 1957. He moved on to
graduate from Arkansas Tech in Russellville, Arkansas in 1961. He began his career as a teacher and coach in Fourche
Valley, Arkansas and then returned to his alma mater (Waldron) to complete his 40 plus years as a teacher, coach and
friend to an untold number of students. Wilford, better known as "Coach" set the bar high for students and faculty
alike. When Coach started in Waldron he began under Coach Charles Lyons. Throughout the years, he has been assistant
football coach, basketball coach, bus driver, teacher of Biology, Physics, and Physical Science. He wanted to see
each student succeed and excel. To know him was to love him. To say he had pride in his town and his students was an
under statement to say the least. Coach had a never ending desire to reach the young people in his area. Coach had a
true passion for teaching and coaching and the students he was surrounded by. He loved his students. In fact, it's
been told that he tried to retire three different times but couldn't stay away. Although his physical presence will
be missed by everyone who knew him, his caring and compassionate ways will forever be among us. Wilford leaves to
cherish his memory, his wife Cheri of the home; three sons, Stan of Greenwood, Arkansas, Stuart and wife Teresa of
Greenwood, Arkansas and Steven and wife Tammie of Lavaca, Arkansas, and one step daughter, Christy Long and husband
James of Waldron, Arkansas. Pappy will forever be missed by his grandchildren, Zach Rose, Kaylin Rose, Allison Rose,
Ashlin Rose, Leah Long and Justin Long. Wilford's funeral service to celebrate his life was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday,
October 9, 2011 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ricky May officiating. Arrangements and
cremation are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. The family requests
in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Buffalo Cemetery, c/o Heritage Memorial Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Waldron,
AR 72958.
The Waldron News
5 July 2017
ORA DEAN ROSEBERRY
Ora Dean Roseberry, 69, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life on June 28, 2017. She was born February 18, 1948 in Mena, Arkansas to C.C. and Grace Miner. She was married to
Freddie Roseberry in December of 1967. They had three children and spent many wonderful years together. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and David Delawder,
son Daniel Roseberry, Crystal Harder, Lucas Delawder and by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Freddie, and her son Matthew Roseberry.
Graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday June 30, 2017 at Chant Cemetery in Y-City with burial to follow under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Her grandsons will serve as
honorary pallbearers. Mama will be missed by all her family and her many friends.
Scott County Times
19 December 2001
BILLY ROSENTHAL
Billy Odell Rosenthal, 63, of Waldron died Sunday, December 9, 2001
in a Waldron hospital. He was a timber worker and a Baptist.
Funeral services were held Thursday, December 13, 2001 at 2 pm at
Square Rock Methodist Church with burial at Square Rock Cemetery in
Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife, Ina of the home; one daughter, Connie
Millard of Waldron; one son, Larry Rosenthal of Waldron; two sisters,
Savana Bartholf of Redwood Valley, California and Sylvia Rosenthal of
Upper Lake, California; five brothers, Kenneth of Lakeport, California,
Lester of Cloverdale, California, Bob of Leggett, California, Lanson of
Boles, Arkansas and Carl of Upper Lake, California; 6 grandchildren and
one great-grandchild.
The Waldron News
7 March 2012
CHARLES LANCE ROSENTHAL
Charles Lance Rosenthal, 85, of Boles, Arkansas passed away on Saturday March 3, 2012 at his home. Charles is survived by
his wife of 64 years, Elva Jerlene Rosenthal of the heme, one daughter Elva Garzini, one son Bruce Rosenthal and wife Beth,
four grandchildren; Dana Wright and husband Kevin, Toni Van De Wiele and husand Todd, Amy Ellis and husband, Andrew,
Britney Rosenthal, four great-grandchildren, Kolen and Darci Wright, Tristan and Darci Wright, Tristan and Taylor Van De
Wiele, one sister Ruth Rosenthal, two brothers; Bobby Joe and Lester Wayne ROsenthal. He is preceded in death by one son
Rickey ROsenthal, parents Charlie and Grace (West) Rosenthal, one brother Bill Rosenthal, one son in law Larry Garzini,
one sister in law Ina Rosenthal, several brothers and sisters. Graveside services were 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2012 at
the Square Rock Cemetery with interment that-followed under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas,
Visitation was held on Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. The family met with friends from
2:00 pm to 4:00 PM. Pallbearers were Todd Van De Wiele, Kevin Wright, Delvis Jones, Ted Hansen, Thomas Scott and Kolten
Wright. Honorary pallbearers were-Larry Rosenthal, Melvin Smith and Paul Salmon.
The Waldron News
30 July 2014
ELVA JERLENE ROSENTHAL
Elva Jerlene Rosenthal, 81, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014 in Waldron. She was born January 17, 1933 in Jessieville, Arkansas to the late Louie and Mary
Ellen "Ellie" (Shaw) Murders. She is survived by one daughter Elva Jean Garzini of Waldron, Arkansas; son Bruce Lee and wife Beth Rosenthal of Boles, Arkansas; four grandchildren: Dana
and husband Kevin Wright of Waldron, Arkansas, Toni and husband Todd VanDeWiele of Waldron, Arkansas, Amy and husband Andrew Ellis of Louisville, Kentucky, Britney Rosenthal of Rogers,
Arkansas; six great-grandchildren: Kolten Wright, Darci Wright, Tristan VanDeWiele, Taylor VanDeWiele, Nala Kennamer and Alina Ellis. She is also survived by three sisters, Jessie
Redwin and husband Virgil of Mountain Pine, Arkansas, Betty Johnson of Cherry Hill, Arkansas, Beverly Dodd; two brothers, Lonnie Ray Murders of Hot Springs, Arkansas and Larry
Murdock of Bossier City, Louisiana. Jerlene was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Lansen Rosenthal; parents; one son Rickey Rosenthal; three brothers, Leo Murders, R.C.
Murders, Alvin Murders and one son-in-law Charles Garzinia. Graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday July 28, 2014 at Square Rock Cemetery with Rev. George Crump officiating
under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Larry Rosenthal, Kevin Wright, Todd VanDeWiele, Kolten Wright, Andrew Ellis and Thomas Scott.
The Waldron News
2 March 2011
INA MARIE ROSENTHAL
Ina Marie Rosenthal, 68, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2011 in her home. She was
a retired supervisor for Tyson. Ina is survived by her daughter, Connie Hardin and husband Robert of Waldron;
son Larry Rosenthal of Waldron; 12 grandchildren, Holly Ramsey of Greenwood, Nikki Dorr of Hackett, Tonya
Guess of Mansfield, Eva Millard of Heavener, Zakk, Tisha, Austin and Regina Millard all of Waldron, Derien
Hardin of Waldron, Brittani and Cody Hardin of Greenville, Texas and Jessie Parsons; seven great-grandchildren;
one sister, Harlene of Oregon; and one brother, Ewing Battle of California. She was preceded in death by her
husband, Bill Rosenthal, and her parents, George and Lela Bettles. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday,
March 2, 2011 at the Square Rock Methodist Church with interment to follow in the Square Rock cemetery under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Todd VanDeWiele, Kevin Wright, Jason
Dorr, Roger Rice, Colton Wright and James Stewart.
The Waldron News
27 July 2011
JOANN GALLIMORE SELF ROTENBERRY
JoAnn Gallimore Self Rotenberry, 64, of Greenwood, Arkansas formerly of Waldron, Arkansas entered this life
September 14, 1946 to Johnnie and Lessie Gallimore. JoAnn departed this life July 19, 2011 after an 18 month
battle with cancer. JoAnn passed away at Sparks hospital with all her children with her. JoAnn was very dedicated
to her family and they were always first in her heart. JoAnn was born in Santa Clara, California, but her home
was Waldron, Arkansas. She graduated from Waldron High School in 1964. JoAnn married Bill Self of Waldron and
together they had five children. Bill lost his life to cancer in November 1982. Later she married Tommy Rotenberry
of Hartford, Arkansas and they had a son together. JoAnn is survived by her husband Tommy Rotenberry of Greenwood,
Arkansas; children, Amy Self of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Carrie Self Dowdy and husband John of Van Buren, Arkansas,
Darin Self of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, John Self and wife Alissa of Van Buren, Arkansas, Thomas Rotenberry of Greenwood;
seven grandchildren, two sisters, Linda (Gallimore) Etchegary of Houston, Texas, Jimmie (Gallimore) Brogdin of
Amarillo, Texas, six half sisters, Char Spina of Shreveport, Louisiana, Pat White of Shreveport, Louisiana, Melba
Iwamiya of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Lucille Johnson of Huntington, Arkansas, Eva Brooks of Santa Rosa, California,
Johnnie Sue Rogers of Waldron, Arkansas, two half brothers, John Gallimore of Mansfield, Arkansas and Frank
Haskins of California. JoAnn was preceded in death by her first husband Bill Self, one daughter Shelli Self, her
parents Johnny and Lessie Gallimore, a half sister Inez Gallimore of Mansfield, Arkansas and a half brother Claude
Metcalf of Mansfield, Arkansas. Funeral services were at 11;00 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2011 at the Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with interment in the Freedom Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield,
Arkansas. Viewing was Thursday, July 21, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers were
John Self, Thomas Rotenberry, Darin Self, John Dowdy, Cody Lester and Michael Wood. JoAnn will be greatly
missed by her family.
Scott County Times
31 March 2004
JULIA ROUNSAVALL
Julia C. Rounsavall "Kelly," 75, of Booneville, Arkansas died Thursday, March 23, 2004 in her home.
She was a homemaker and member of the V.F.W. Ladies Aux. She was preceded in death by her first
husband, Leslie R. Kelly in 1966 and second husband, Aubrey Rounsavall. Memorial service was held
10:00 am Friday, March 26, 2004 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel under the direction of Martin Funeral
Home of Waldron. She is survived by one daughter, Catherine and her husband Benny Burleson of
Stockbridge, Michigan; one son, Leslie and his wife Jeanie Kelly of Mansfield, Arkansas; one sister,
Nancy Smith of Springfield, Ohio; two brothers, Vernon and Loren Cecil of Michigan; four grandchildren,
Gus and Emerson Kelly, Steven and wife Billie Jo Burleson, Kerry and husband Rick Bell, and two great-
grandchildren.
The Waldron News
30 April 2008
BETTY ROUNSAVILLE
Betty Rounsaville, 86, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008 in a Waldron nursing
home. She was a resident of Waldron since 1997. She is survived by her brother, Dayton C. Williamson of
Madera, CA; two daughters, Cleo Frei and husband Boyd of Beaumont, CA and Carol Pennington of Branson,
MO; two sons, Jerry Pennington of Waldron, AR and Wayne Pennington of southern CA; 10 grandchildren, 12
great-grandchildren and many other extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband
Tate Rounsaville, parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Williamson, two sisters, Ruth Dutra and Doyal Williamson
and a grandson Casey Pennington. Memorial service to be held at a later date under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR.
The Waldron News
11 March 2009
BETTY ROUNSAVILLE
Betty Rounsaville, 86, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008 in a Waldron nursing
home. She was a resident of Waldron since 1997 and a former resident of Olustee, Oklahoma. She is survived
by her brother Dayton C. Williamson of Madera, CA; two daughters, Cleo Frei and husband Boyd of Mena, AR,
and Carol Pennington of Branson, MO; two sons, Jerry Pennington of Waldron, AR and Wayne Pennington of
Southern, CA; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and many other extended family members. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Tate Rounsaville, parents Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Williamson, two sisters,
Ruth Dutra and Doyal Williamson, and a grandson, Casey Pennington. Memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 14, 2009.
The Waldron News
18 March 2009
BETTY ROUNSAVILLE
March 24, 1922 - March 14, 2008
Betty Rounsaville, 86, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008 in a Waldron nursing
home.She was a resident of Waldron since 1997 and a former resident of Olustee, Oklahoma. She is survived
by her brother Dayton C. Williamson of Madera, CA; two daughters Cleo Frei and husband Boyd of Mena, AR and
Carol Pennington of Branson, MO; two sons Jerry Pennington of Waldron, AR and Wayne Pennington of Southern, CA;
10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and many other extended family members. She was preceded in death by
her husband Tate Rounsaville, parents Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Williamson, two sisters Ruth Dutra and Doyal Williamson,
and a grandson Casey Pennington. Memorial service was held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009 at the Martin
Funeral Home Chapel.
Scott County Times
21 May 2003
EDNA ROUNTREE
Edna Faye Rountree, age 85, of Waldron, Arkansas, formerly of Mena, passed
away Wednesday, May 14, 2003 in Waldron.
She was born September 17, 1917 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Floyd
Willyerd and the late Cora Blanche Gandy Willyerd. She was united in
marriage to Max Bradley Rountree. Mrs. Rountree was a real estate agent
by professions and enjoyed interior designing and fishing as hobbies. She
was of the Methodist faith. Anyone who met Mrs. Rountree commented on her
beautiful, colorful hats she wore all the time, as well as her wonderful
personality and sense of humor.
She is survived by one son, Max F. and his wife Teresa Rountree of Edmond,
OK; one brother, Jim Willyerd of Houston, TX; one sister, Jean Hasty of
Australia; one grandchild, Marky and her husband Mike Young of Arlington,
TX; two great grandchildren, Melody Young and Mayan Young both of Arlington,
TX; several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her brothers
Wayne Willyerd and Mike Willyerd.
Funeral services were held 2:00 pm on Friday, May 16, 2003 at Besley-
Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment followed at the Gann Cemetery in
Potter under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home in Mena.
The Waldron News
1 April 2009
PATRICIA M. ROWELL
Patricia M. Rowell, 67, of Falls City, NE passed away March 25, 2009 at Falls City. She was
born August 16, 1941 at Waldron, AR to the late Kelley and Opal (MacDaniel) Martin. On April 29,
1963 she married Dorand D. Rowell at Benton, AR. He passed away November 16, 1995. Patricia was
raised in Waldron and moved to Little Rock, AR to work as a Nurse's Aid in the First Bapist Hospital.
The couple established their home in Little Rock, AR when married and lived there until moving back
to Waldron and then moving to Falls City in 1975. After moving to Falls City she did custodial and
checking work at Pamida and did custodial work for the School District at the former Junior High
building. She was a member of the First Baptist Church at Falls City. Patricia is survived by her
daughters, Pamela Ann Shorb and her husband Ron of Hiawatha, KS, Rebecca Ann Baruth and her husband
Rob of Colorado Springs, CO; step-children, Dorand, Sam, Wanda and Rose Marie, brothers, Kelley Gene
Martin, Jr. of Waldron, Charles Martin of Arkansas, Tommy Martin of Fort Smith, AR, Robert Paul
Martin of Waldron; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
her parents, husband, grandchildren Tony and Savannah Gill and a sister Gayle Denton. Funeral services
were held on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 10:30 am at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home. Interment was in
Harris Cemetery at Barada, NE.
The Waldron News
24 May 2000
HAZEL ROY
Hazel Roy, 84, of Dallas, Texas, formelry of the Mansfield area, died Wednesday, May 17, 2000
in Dallas, Texas. She was a homemaker. Graveside service was at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at
Pine Log Cemetery near Barber, Arkansas followed with burial under the direction of Martin
Funeral Home of Mansfield, Arkansas. She is survived by one son, Jerry Roy of Houston, Texas.
The Waldron News
13 January 1999
MELBA DEAN ROYALL
Melba Dean Royall, 58, of Robert Lee died Jan. 4.
A Memorial Service was held Jan. 7 at Robert Lee Baptist Church
with graveside services provided by Shaffer Funeral Home.
Survivors include her husband James Royall of Robert Lee; father,
Claud House of Boles, Arkansas; mother-in-law, Eura Royall of Coleman;
one daughter, Brenda Skinner and husband Jimmy of Robert Lee; one son
Ricky Royall and wife Tammy of Bronte; 6 grandchildren, Rebecca Ann,
Kasie and James Zachary Skinner of Robert Lee, Ashley, Paige and Moriah
Jane Royall of Bronte; three sisters, Needa Mays of Bronte, Helen
Townsend of Belton, May Woodard of Boles, Arkansas; two brothers, Johnny
House of Dunsmere, California and Troy House of Boles, Arkansas.
Services were officiated by Rev. Garry Bivins, Rev. Ray Aldreage
and Rev. Herman Woodard.
Pallbearers were Harold Fields, Mike Umphrey, Mike Shaddon, Larry
Townsend and Gary House.
Scott County Times
5 January 2005
BILLIE RUDDICK
Billie Rose Ruddick, age 79, of Waldron died Tuesday, December 28, 2004 in a Waldron nursing home.
She was born December 19, 1925 in Bogalusa, Louisiana. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. She is
survived by one daughter, Cheri Rose of Waldron; one granddaughter, Christy Long of Waldron; two
great grandchildren, Leah Long and Justin Long. Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday,
December 31, 2004 at Keener Freewill Baptist Church with a private interment burial service at
Center Point Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
The Waldron News
12 March 2008
ELLA IRENE RUDEBACK
Ella Irene Rudeback, 89, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Sunday, March 9, 2008 in a Waldron hospital. She was
a homemaker. She is survived by one daughter, Cindy and husband Dean of Waldron; one brother, Richard Shelton of
Michigan, and one sister, Maxine McMlure (copied as written) of Long Beach, California. She is preceded in death
by her husband, Louis Rudeback and son, Joseph Rudeback. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 17 at
2:00 p.m. at the Pentecostal Church of God on Highway 80 East in Waldron.
Scott County Times
7 August 2002
JOSEPH RUDEBECK
Joseph Wilbert Rudebeck, 62, of Waldron died Monday, July 29,
2002 in his home. He was a retired dietician and a Lutheran.
Funeral services were held at 10 am Thursday, August 2, 2002
at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with burial at Square Rock
Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife, Shermaline Rudebeck of the home;
two daughters, Debra Rudebeck of St. Paul, Minnesota and Diane
Kumparak of Phoenix, Arizona; two sons, Joseph Scott Rudebeck and
Richard McElroy both of Prescott, Arizona; one sister, Cindy Dickens
of Waldron; 5 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Pallbearers were Richard McElroy, Tony Kumparak, Scott
Rudebeck, Chris Thompson, Richard Nix and James Bynum.
The Waldron News
23 December 2009
CARL BENTON RUPE
Carl Benton Rupe, 86, of Waldron passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at the Waldron Nursing Home. Carl is
survived by his two sons Rod Rupe and wife Norma of Gravelly, AR, K.C. Rupe and wife Dee of Korea; 8 grandchildren,
David Rupe, Theresa Bourns, Michael, Rachel, Daniel, Sarah David Allen and Mark Rupe; 7 great grandchildren and
a special care giver at the nursing home Claudie Pierce. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December
22, 2009 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, AR with the Rev. J.A. Hunnicutt officiating with interment
in the Coop Prairie Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Pallbearers were James Wood,
Glen Dale Sparks, John Cotner, Curtis Billings, Jody Rupe and Glen Rupe. Memorial contributions can be made to
the Coop Prairie Cemetery c/o Allied Bank of Mansfield.
The Waldron News
5 January 2000
LOIS VEDA RUPE
Lois Veda Rupe, 96, of Waldron, Arkansas, died Tuesday, December 28, 1999 in a Waldron
nursing home. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m.
on Thursday, December 30 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Coop Prairie Cemetery
in Mansfield, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. She is survived
by one son, Carl Rupe of Waldron, AR; one brother, James Hollister of Huntington, AR; four
grandchildren, Cheryl Peavy of Spring, TX, Cokie Nutt of Pasadena, TX, Rod Rupe of Gravelly,
AR and K.C. Rupe of Wilson, NC; eight great-grandchildren and three great-great
grandchildren.
The Waldron News
11 March 1998
RUBY MAE RUSH
Ruby Mae Rush, 84, of Parks died Sunday, March 8 in a local
hospital. She was a homemaker and a Baptist.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, March 12, 1998 in Martin
Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron.
Survivors include her husband, Connie Rush, of Yarnell, Arizona;
four daughters: Leona Nalley, of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Norma DeShazo,
of Parks, Connie Neal, of Lamont, California and Barbara Sue Elrod, of
Cherry Valley; three sons: Joe Rush, of Whitman, Arizona, Bill Rush, of
Bailey, Texas and Charles Rush, of Waddell, Arizona; one son-in-law,
Tommy Peel, of Clovis, California; three brothers: Willard Housley, of
Bagwell, Texas, Elmer Lee Housley, of Kiowa, Oklahoma and O.D. Housley,
of Dinuba, California; 16 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and five
great-great grandchildren.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
22 June 2011
ANNIE VEDA RUSSELL
1921 - 2011
Annie Veda Russell departed Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at home, at the age of 89. She was born July 20, 1921
in Scott County, Arkansas, the first of eight children to John D. and Virginia Belle Alley. She married
three times and had six children, Donald, Mary Sue, Johnny, Ronald, Roger and Patty Sue. Veda was preceded
by her husbands and her son Johnny. Veda is survived by her 5 remaining children, 16 grandchildren, 26
great-grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren. In addition to homemaker, Veda was a lifetime writer,
educator and student of the Baptist Church. Veda held many job titles in the Church. She served God all her
life. Veda enjoyed and loved her family and friends. She loved to garden and enjoyed her flowers. Veda will
be deeply missed by all who knew her. She lived her last days as she did every day of her life with dignity,
respect, courage, hope, love, and in the spirit of God. She will rest in peace in her beloved home town of
Waldron, Arkansas. Graveside services for Annie Veda Russell will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011
at Pierson Cemetery. Rev. Jack Smith will officiate the service.
Scott County Times
24 July 2002
GEORGE RUTH
George William Ruth, 62, of Waldron, Arkansas died on Wednesday, July 17, 2002 in his home. He was
a retired communications operator for the U.S. Army, former member of the V.F.W. and was of the
Mennonite faith. Graveside service was held at 2:00 pm on Monday, July 22, 2002 at the Salem Cemetery
at Plainview, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. He is survived
by his daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Ron Pleitner of Waldron, Arkansas and his mother, Mable Ruth
of Waldron, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Jacob and Sara.
The Waldron News
15 August 2007
MABLE LORETTA RUTH
Mable Loretta Ruth, 88, of Waldron passed away Monday, August 6, 2007 at a Fort Smith hospital. She was a
school cafeteria worker. Graveside service was 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9, 2007 at the Salem Cemetery
under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one granddaughter, Ann Gooley and her
husband Bob of Hackett, Arkansas; nieces and nephews.
Unpublished
August 2015
LAURA ANN RUTHERFORD
Laura Ann (Knight) Rutherford of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Saturday, August 29, 2015 in Waldron, Arkansas. Laura was born February 29, 1972 in McGee, Arkansas to Elmo and
Helen Knight. Laura was 43 years and 6 months old. Laura was a loving mother and cherished her children and the time spent with them. Laura leaves behind to cherish her memory, one
daughter, Amber, three sons: Anthony Moore of Waldron, Arkansas, Dalton Knight of New Boston, Texas and Terry Korp of Texarkana, Arkansas, three sisters: Cherry Crossno of Cleveland,
Mississippi, Tina Knight of Tahlequah, Oklahoma and Tammy (Knight) Manning of Texarkana, Arkansas; two brothers: Rickey Junior Knight of Abilene, Texas and Wayne Norwood Knight of
Marktree, Arkansas. Laura will forever be missed by her farther, Elmo Junior Knight. Laura is preceded in death by her mother Helen (Sanders) Knight. Laura's Life celebration will be
Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Pat Ray Biggs officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to
the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
10 June 2009
ESTHER MAE (DEDMON) RYBURN
Jan. 27, 1925 - May 31, 2009
Esther Mae (Dedmon) Ryburn, 84, of Heavener, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, May 31, 2009 in Heavener, OK.
She was a life long resident of the area and was born January 27, 1925 in Teichert, OK to John Richard
and Eliza Dain (White) Steelman. She was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Heavener. She was
preceded in death by her parents, John Richard and Eliza "Dain" Steelman; one infant; one great grandson,
Kory Dedmon; five brothers, Hershel, Mercle, Delbert, Finis and J.L. Steelman; and one sister, Pauline.
She is survived by four daughter, Barbara Kannady & husband Burr of Tulsa, OK, Leona Qualls & husband
Doug of Heavener, OK, Linda Olive & husband Eddie of Heavener, OK and Hilda Oliver & husband Jimmy of
Heavener, OK; one son, Eugene Dedmon & wife Janice of Waldron, AR; two sisters, Camelia Luman of Heavener,
OK and Ida Belle Moody of Modesto, CA; one brother, C.O. "Chief" Steelman of Heavener, OK; 18 grandchildren;
42 great-grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of family
and friends. Funeral service was 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at Trinity Baptist Church in Heavener,
OK. Arrangements under the direction of Dowden Funeral Home of Heavener.
The Waldron News
28 March 2001
LOTTIE LOIS (KLINGAMAN) RYE
Lottie Lois (Klingaman) Rye was born March 28, 1901 in Oklahoma City,
Indian Territory, to Jacob Franklin and Katie Anne (Tye) Klingaman. On
February 7, 2001, in Sedona, Arizona, while the dew was on the roses, she
walked into the glorious garden of our Lord Jesus.
Lois graduated from Oklahoma High School in 1919. On March 18, 1922
she and Mitchell C. Rye were united in marriage. The couple enjoyed life
together for over 56 years, until his passing on February 28, 1979.
Lois retired in 1950 from Tinker Field Air Force Base in Oklahoma
City, Oklahoma. The family then moved to a farm in Waldron, Arkansas,
where they had a mill. The made molding and raised cattle. Lois had several
acres where she cultivated flowers. She was known for her passion for
gardening and her love for her Pekingese companions; she had several
since 1923.
In 1981, Lois relocated to Sedona, Arizona, where she enjoyed the
red rocks until her death. Mrs. Rye touched, enriched, and inspired many
people she befriended through the years.
Lois is survived by two granddaughters, Lacy Morgan of Coweta,
Oklahoma and Lindsay Cooper of Tulsa, Oklahoma; nieces, Elaine Deihl
of Sedona, Arizona, Lois Jane Eggers of Cabool, Missouri and Claire
Wagner of San Marcos, California; nephew, Edward Berger of Sedona, Arizona;
her dear cousin, Carolyn Smith of Tulsa, OK; many other nieces, nephews,
cousins, other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Rye was preceded in death by both parents, her husband, her
sisters and brother.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 31,
2001, at Kolb Cemetery in Spencer, Oklahoma. Shawn Bates will officiate
and services are under the direction of Hutchins-Maples Funeral Home,
119 N. Chestnut, Bristow, Oklahoma.
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