SCOTT COUNTY ARKANSAS
OBITUARIES, 1998 to 2021
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The Waldron News
30 June 1999
VACHELL DEMPSEY YANCEY
Dempsey was a World War II Veteran, a retired dozer operator,
a deacon and member of the Weeks Baptist Church, an old fashion
cattle and horse farmer. The best husband and father in the world.
He is preceded in death by his wife JoAnn McDaniel Yancey, his
father Samuel William Yancey, his mother Rachell Velma Hunsucker
Yancey, and one brother Kenneth Yancey.
He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Lewis
Payne and granddaughter of the home Misty Dawn Payne; two grandsons,
Terry Payne of Opolo, Arkansas, Johnny Payne of Harrison, Arkansas;
one son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Annette Yancey and one
granddaughter Teaira Rea Yancey; three sisters, Nadine and Frank
Nicholas of Houston, Texas, Wanda Evans of Houston, Texas, and Laverne
and Buel Owens of Copperas Cove, Texas; and one brother, Charles A.
and Jane Yancey of Kansas City, Kansas.
Funeral services under the direction of Martin Funeral Home
were held on Thursday, June 24, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at Weeks Baptist
Church at Weeks, Arkansas. Larry Free and Wayne Fowler officiated.
Pallbearers were Terry Payne, Tracy Threatt, Peyton Webster, Ralph
Cagle, Buster Snellgrove, and Caleb Free. Honorary pallbearers were
Tommy Joe Robinson, Ed Underwood, Bob Griffin.
The Waldron News
30 June 1999
ALLEN ELIJAH YANDELL
Allen Elijah Yandell was born June 14, 1913 near Waldron, AR and
passed to heaven June 26, 1999. He was a resident of Scott County most
of his life and was a retired farmer.
Allen was preceded in death by his parents William Lee Yandell
and Mary Elizabeth Wagner Yandell, three children, two grandchildren
and two brothers. He is survived by two sisters, Evelyn Hunt and Edna
Slater of Waldron and the home; his wife, Geneva Luerine Vaughn Yandell
and son, Richard Yandell.
Other survivin children are Aylene Adair, Melvin Yandell, Patsy
Scott, Judy Hale, Jimmy Yandell, Jerry Yandell, Ronnie Yandell and Ricky
Yandell. Also 24 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces,
nephews and other family and friends.
Allen was a World War II Veteran and fought in 5 major campaigns
and was awarded 5 Bronze Stars for Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland,
Ardennes and Central Europe. He was also awarded the Purple Heart, Good
Conduct Medal and the Bronze Star. He was entitled to wear the European-
African-Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign Ribbon, 2 Overseas Bars and the
Bronze Arrowhead. Allen served his country proudly as a heavy motor
crewman and expert Infantryman. He was loved by all who knew him and
will be greatly missed.
The Waldron News
15 October 2014
CHARLES RAY YANDELL
Charles Ray Yandell, Woodlake, CA resident was born in Arkansas on June 8, 1942 and is survived by his wife Connie of Woodlake, CA; daughter Tamara Scheuerman and her husband David
of Fresno, CA; son Travis and his wife Amanda and grandchildren Erin and Jake of Visalia, CA; brother J.D. Yandell and his wife Myrna of Hot Springs, AR; sister in law Della Yandell
of Waldron, AR; aunt Sybil Yandell; niece Alishia Cabe and her husband Harrell of Waldron, AR; nieces Savanna Thornton of White Hall, AR; Marci Aboul Zelof of Dubai, U.A.E.; Chelsie
Miller of Waldron, AR; nephew Jason Yandell of Benton, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents Ervin Yandell and Elsie Miller; brothers C.J. Miller and James Yandell, Uncle Grady
Yandell and nephew Chris Miller. Arrangements are by Smith Family Chapel, Exeter.
The Waldron News
10 January 2018
DONNIE WAYNE YANDELL
Donnie Wayne Yandell of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, January 3, 2018 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Donnie was born November
7, 1955 to Kenneth Yandell and Johnnie Faye (Smith) Wood in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was 62 years, 0ne month and 30 days old. Donnie was a drywaller by trade but he was a jack of all
trades. He loved to hunt and fish. However, his most treasured times was when he was surrounded by his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved spending
time with them and making treasured memories to last a lifetime. Donnie leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of many years, Jewell of the home, one daughter, Crystal
Green and husband Jerry of Ola, Arkansas, one son, Travis Yandell, and two step daughters, Ashley Ridenhour and Michelle Nix all of Waldron, Arkansas. Donnie is also survived by his
mother, Johnnie Faye Wood and three brothers: Charles Yandell and Jimmy (Dobber) Yandell and wife Amanda all of Waldron, Arkansas and Will Fry of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Papa will forever
remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Dylon Piles, Jordon Oliver, Amberlin Piles, Alison Green, Trevor Kastl, Clayvon Lunsford and Brantley Lunsford as well as two great
grandchildren. Donnie will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of extended family, friends and neighbors. Donnie is preceded in death by
his father, Kenneth Yandell. Donnie's memorial life celebration was at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev.
Harold Wayne Yandell officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
8 June 2005
DOVIE YANDELL
Dovie Mae Yandell, age 75 of Blue Ball, Arkansas died Thursday, June 2, 2005 in her home. She was
a homemaker and a member of the Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by
her husband Roy Yandell of 52 years and great grandson Dalton Davis. She is survived by three
daughters, Barbara Ann Haggard of Blue Ball, Betty Sue Talmadge of Blue Ball and Patricia Soderling
of Texarkana, Texas; one son, Donnie Yandell of Blue Ball; one sister, Gladys Keener of Waldron;
one brother, Leon Wagner of Lamb, Arkansas; twelve grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Saturday, June 4, 2005 at Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church
with burial at Lamb Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Serving as pallbearers were Melvin Yandell, Jerry Yandell, Rick Yandell, Richard Yandell, Ronnie
Yandell, Jimmy Yandell and Bob Slater.
The Waldron News
15 August 2018
FERN YANDELL
Fern Yandell of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, August 10, 2018 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Fern was 86 years old. She was born
August 29, 1931 in Parks, Arkansas to Jess and Mary Isom. Fern was a longtime member of Waldron Assembly of God Church in Waldron, Arkansas. She was a Godly woman and unwavering in her
faith. She loved the Lord and led her family by example. At the young age of 18 Fern married the love of her life, M.C. Yandell. Together they raised a family of four children and a
house full of grands. All of whom they taught to love, laugh and cherish each other. Fern was a loving woman and she was an excellent cook. She was never afraid to tell you how she felt
and she was notorious for her one of a kind "one liners", she always said she would "fight a circle saw for her kids and grandchildren". If Fern told you something, you could take it to
the bank because she meant it. Fern leaves a legacy of love for family and friends to never be forgotten. Fern leaves behind to cherish her memory her children: Harold and wife Tharon of
Hamburg, Arkansas, David and wife Sherrie of Waldron, Arkansas, Jeanetta Hauck and husband Gerard of Krebs, Oklahoma and Mike and wife Lisa of Waldron, Arkansas. "Ma" will forever remain
in the hearts of her grandchildren: Bruce Yandell, Angela Ward, Trent Yandell, Kayla Cottrell, Summer Miller, Chase Easley, Sierra Waddle, Jessilyn Roper and Ethan Yandell as well as 12
great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Fern will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors
and brothers and sisters in Christ. Fern is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, M.C. Yandell, one son in law, Glenn Fox Easley, one sister and three brothers. Fern's celebration
of life service was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Herman Woodard officiating. Interment then
followed in the Friendship Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Akansas. Fern's pallbearers will be Bruce
Yandell, Chase Easley, Ethan Yandell, Caleb Whorton, Haven Watkins and Todd Isham. Honorary pallbearers will be Bryce Yandell, Trent Yandell, Jake Waddle, Ryan Roper, Stan Cottrell,
Wade Roper, Hayes Cottrell, Cooper Easley, David Miller, Bentley Castillo, Steven Pogue and Jaxon Pogue. Fern's visitation was held Monday, August 13, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
9 November 2005
GENEVA L. YANDELL
Geneva L. "Nea" Yandell, 81, of Union Hill, Arkansas died Tuesday, November 1, 2005 in her home. She
was a homemaker and a member of the Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at
2:00 pm Friday, November 4, 2005 at Lamb Church with burial at Lamb Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by three daughters, Aylene
Adair of Natural Dam, Arkansas, Patsy Scott of Yellville, Arkansas, and Judy Hale of Danville, Arkansas;
six sons, Melvin and Ricky of Danville, Arkansas, Jimmy, Jerry and Richard of Waldron, Arkansas and Ronnie
of Van Buren, Arkansas; one sister, Virgie Bolt of Belleville, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews;
twenty-four grandchildren and twenty-eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers included Eric, Derek,
Dillion, Jerrod, Jeremy and Cory Yandell. Honorary pallbearers included Dan Yandell, Lloyd Adair,
Adam Hale, Jamie Yandell, Patrick Scott, Paul Scott, Tray Broomfield and Jody Presson.
Scott County times
24 December 2003
GRADY JOE YANDELL
Gravelly--Funeral services for Grady Joe Yandell, 60, of Gravelly were held Tuesday,
December 23, 2003 at 10 am at Harvey Assembly of God Church. Burial followed at Monroe
Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Yandell died
Saturday, December 20, 2003 in Gravelly. He was a logger and a member of the Harvey
Assembly of God Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Arvil James Yandell,
his mother, Pearlie Lillian Yandell Qualls and a brother. Survivors includ his wife,
Linda Yandell of the home; a daughter Tanya Renea and husband Jason Henrey of Gravelly;
two sons, Russell Edward Yandell and wife Michelle and Ricky Joe Yandell and wife
Vallarie all of Plainview; two sisters, Dorothy Kelley of Booneville and Jetty Ross
of Whiteoak, Texas; a brother, Paul Yandell and wife Shirley of Briggsville; six
grandchildren, Shane and Brayden Yandell, Hunter and Jake Henry, and Megan and
Katie Yandell. Pallbearers were James Yandell, JL Yandell, Greg Pierce, Chris Pierce,
Jason Henry and Billy Lofland.
The Waldron News
23 November 2011
GRADY PRESTON YANDELL
Grady Preston Yandell, 86, of Arroyo Grande, CA, formerly of Waldron, AR, passed away Monday, November 7, 2011
in Arroyo Grande. Grady was born December 18, 1924. Grady is survived by his wife Sybil, one daughter, Carol
Maynard and her husband and one son Larry Yandell and his wife. He is also survived by several grandchildren and
great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Grady is also survived by one sister, Vida Stearman of Waldron,
AR. Grady was preceded in death by his parents, William and Gustie Yandell and four brothers and two sisters.
Grady's graveside service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 10, 2011 at the Arroyo Grande Cemetery.
The Waldron News
3 June 2009
JAMES ERVIN YANDELL
April 30, 1944 - May 29, 2009
James Ervin Yandell, 65, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, May 29th at Mercy Hospital of Scott County
in Waldron. James was born April 30, 1944 in Bryant, Arkansas the son of Ervin Yandell and Elsie (Harwell)
Miller. He was a charter member and Deacon of the Southside Baptist Church, retired custodian from the Waldron
Public Schools. James' funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 31 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home
Chapel with Bro. Larry Free officiating with interment in the Duncan Cemetery under the direction of the
Heritage Memorial Funeral HOme in Waldron, Arkansas. James is survived by his wife of 46 years Della of the
home; one daughter, Alishia Cabe and husband Harrell of Waldron, Arkansas; two brothers, J.D. Yandell and
wife Myrna of Hot Springs, Arkansas, Charles Ray Yandell and wife Connie of Woodlake, California; two granddaughters,
Savanna Cabe of Waldron, Arkansas and Marci Cabe of Waldron, Arkansas. He is also survived by his mother-in-law,
Etta Vaughn of Waldron, Arkansas; one brother-in-law, Chester Vaughn and wife Kathy of Greenwood, Arkansas;
three nieces Tammy Scheuerman of Fresno, California, Kandi Williams of Greenwood, arkansas, Chelsie Miller of
Waldron, Arkansas; four nephews, Travis Yandell of Visalia, California, Chad Vaughn of Waldron, Arkansas, Jason
Yandell of Benton, Arkansas and Jared Williams of Fayetteville, Arkansas. James was preceded in death by his
parents, Ervin Yandell and Elsie (Harwell) Miller, his brother, C.J. Miller and nephew Chris Miller. Pallbearers
were Jason Yandell, Chad Vaughn, Rick Black, Bobby Helms, Jimmy Clyde Stinson and Billy Jack Maxwell.
Scott County Times
9 October 2002
KENNETH EDWARD "POPS" YANDELL
WALDRON--Funeral services for Kenneth Edward "Pops" Yandell, 70, of Waldron were held Monday, October 7, 2002 at 2 pm at Waldron First Assembly of God Church. Burial followed at
Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Yandell died Friday, October 4, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired timber worker and attended
Waldron Assembly of God Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Liddie Yandell and a sister, Ella Irene McConnell. Survivors include four sons, Kenneth Charles
Yandell of Hartford, Donnie Wayne Yandell and Jimmy Don Yandell both of Waldron and William Fry Yandell of Barling; a sister, Freda Mae Carter of Waldron; three brothers, LC Yandell
of Dakota City, Nebraska and Opal Franklin Yandell and MC Yandell both of Waldron; eleven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Mike Yandell, David Yandell,
Loyal Carter, Bruce Yandell, Louis White and Tommy Yandell. Honorary pallbearers were Robbie Ford, Steven McConnell, Harold Yandell and Freddie McConnell.
The Waldron News
6 December 2006
L.C. "JODY" YANDELL
(June 25, 1929 - Nov. 9, 2006)
L.D. "Jody" Yandell, 77, of Dakota City, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at a local
hospital. A funeral mass was held on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. also at St. Michael's
Catholic Church with Father Dan Wittrock celebrating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. Jody was born on June 25, 1929 to
Frank and Liddie (Beard) Yandell in Harvey, Arkansas. He grew up and attended country school in Harvey.
Jody worked in the logging industry in Arkansas until moving to Sioux City in 1952. He then worked at
various meat packing companies. On December 31, 1960, he married Judy Ebel at the Cathedral of the
Epiphany in Sioux City. Jody retired from the packinghouse in 1980. After his retirement, Jody started
his own garden, which eventually grew to about 20 acres. He grew a variety of vegetables and Jody's famous
sweet corn. Jody had been a member of the farmer's market in Sioux City for the past several years. He
was also a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in South Sioux City, NE. Jody enjoyed going to coffee
where he loved to visit with his many friends and especially at the farmer's market. Survivors include his
wife Judy Yandell of Dakota City, NE; 1 daughter, Tracy Yandell of Omaha, NE; 3 sons, John Yandell and his
wife Ann of Cedar Rapis, IA, and Jason Yandell and his wife Carol of Homer, NE; 7 grandchildren, Josh
McNear, Jamie McNear, Michelle McNear, Aaron Yandell, Matthew Yandell, Gage Yandell, and Sayer Yandell; 2
great grandchildren, Hailey Botts and Skylynn McNear. His twin brother, M.C. Yandell and his wife Fern of
Waldron, AR; brother, Opal and his wife Ola Mae Yandell of Waldron, AR; 1 sister, Frieda Carter of Waldron,
AR; sister-in-law Dolores Livengood of Sioux City, IA; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Earl J. (Bud)
and his wife Sally Foix of Omaha, NE. Several nieces, nephews and cousins. Jody was preceded in death by
his parents, 1 brother, Kenneth Yandell, 1 sister, Renee McConnell, 2 brothers-in-law, Norman Livengood
and Larry Ebel, 2 nephews, Darby Livengood and Gary Yandell. Serving as casket bearers were Josh McNear,
Jamie McNear, Chris Foix, Aaron Yandell, Matthew Yandell and Sheli Livengood.
The Waldron News
4 February 2015
L.D. YANDELL
L.D. Yandell of Harvey, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, January 26, 2015 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. L.D. was born July 7, 1927 in
Scott County, Arkansas (in the Greenridge community) to Lonnie Yandell and Eva Ella Fair Beyard Yandell. L.D. was 87 years, 6 months and 19 days old. He was a member of Harvey Assembly
of God Church. L.D.'s first job was at the Forester Mill and he later became a logging contractor. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, working in his garden and his grandchildren. He loved
to go to church and spend time with his family and friends. L.D. is survived by his wife Virginia of 64 years, three daughters Sharon Evans and husband Larry of Parks, AR, Cathy Barnett
and husband Kerry of Waldron, AR and Karen Culbertson and husband Lane of Fort Smith, AR, as well as his grandchildren: Travis Evans and wife Hala of Parks, AR, April Shockey and husband
Jonathan of Fort Smith, AR, Derek Barnett and wife Krystal of Waldron, AR and Amber and Rachel Culbertson of Fort Smith, AR and three great grandchildren: Hunter, Gage and Kartie Evans
all of Parks, AR. He will be missed by all that knew him, including several cousins, extended family, friends, caring neighbors and loved ones. L.D. is preceded in death by his parents,
Lonnie and Eva Ella Fair Beyard Yandell. Along with his brothers and sisters: Arliss "Stub" Yandell, Archie Yandell, Mettie Jewel Clink and Oliga Yandell. L.D.'s life celebration was
held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 29, 2015 at the Harvey Assembly of God Church with Rev. Jack Deaton and Rev. Gary Powell officiating. Interment followed in the Monroe Cemetery in
Harvey, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. L.D.'s pallbearers were Travis Evans, Derek Barnett, David
Yandell, Jim Rimer, Joe Pickens and Chris Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers were Adult Sunday school class of Harvey Assembly of God, brothers-in-law, Joe Maxey, Ulos Ray Owens, Phillip
Pierce and Rev. Jesse Millard. L.D.'s visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 2015 where the family received friends at the Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
24 November 2010
REV. M.C. YANDELL
Rev. M.C. Yandell, 81, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Saturday, November 13, 2010 at his home. M.C.
was born June 25, 1929 in Nola, Arkansas to the late Frank and Liddie (Beard) Yandell. He worked most of his life
in the sawmill and timber industry. He became a Christian at the age of 16 and surrendered to preach in 1957. M.C.
is survived by his wife whome he married March 30, 1949, Fern (Ison) Yandell of the home; one daughter, Jeanetta
Easley and her fiance Gerard Hauck of Krebs, Oklahoma; three sons, Harold Yandell and wife Tharon of Hot Springs,
Arkansas, David Yandell and wife Saprina of Waldron, Arkansas, Mike Yandell and wife Lisa of Waldron, Arkansas;
nine grandchildren, Bruce Yandell, Angela Ward, Trent Yandell, Kayla Yandell, Summer Watkins, Chase Easley,
Sierra Waddle, Jessilyn Yandell, Ethan Yandell; seven great-grandchildren, Kim Ward, Brianna Ward, Bryce Yandell,
Jayla Yandell, Caleb Whorton, Haven Watkins, Paisley Easley, and numerous relatives and friends. M.C. is also
survived by one sister, Freda Carter; and one brother, Opal Yandell. He is preceded in death by one sister, Renee
McConnell; two brothers, Kenneth Yandell and L.C. Yandell. M.C.'s funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday,
November 16, 2010 at the Waldron First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Donnie Wagner, and M.C.'s children
officiating. Interment will follow in the Friendship Cemetery near Waldron. Arrangements are being entrusted to the
Heritage Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Bruce Yandell, Trent Yandell,
Chase Easley, Ethan Yandell, Bryce Yandell, Jake Waddle, Stan Cotrell and Ryan Roper. Honorary pallbearers will be
Tully Works and L.D. Yandell. Visitation was 10:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2010 at the Heritage Memorial
Funeral Home where the family received friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
27 February 2019
MICHELLE LYNN PARKS YANDELL
Michelle Lynn Parks Yandell, 46, of Danville, Arkansas passed away Feburary 16, 2019. She was born August 28, 1972 in Danville, Arkansas. Michelle is survived by her husband Russell
Yandell of Danville, Arkansas, one son Shane Russell, one daughter Katie Malynn Yandell, mother Anita White of Waldron, Arkansas, father and mother-in-law Michael and Sandra Parks of
Amity, Arkansas, grandparents Evelyn and Jim Parks, one brother Mitchell Parks of Waldron, two sisters; Joy Jones of Waldron, Arkansas, Kassie Austin of Little Rock, Arkansas, one
brother-in-law Robert Jones of Waldron, Arkansas, half sister Audra Smith of Amity, Arkansas and one half brother James Parks of Amity, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her
grandparents Eloise and Herbert Shores. Memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday February 22, 2019 at New Life Center in Waldron, Arkansas. Cremation will be under the direction
of Wilson-Robinson Funeral Home in England, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
20 November 2019
OLA MAE YANDELL
Ola Mae Yandell, 91, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on November 14, 2019 in Fort Smith. She was born October 7, 1928 in Havana, Arkansas to the late Otto and Nancy (Rogers) Gibbs. Ola
Mae is survived by one daughter, Brenda Yandell of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Tommy Yandell and partner Kathy Howard of Waldron, Arkansas, two granddaughters; Carol and husband Ryan Hipps
of Elkins, Arkansas, Sarah and husband Wayne Hall of Elkins, Arkansas, five great-grandchildren; Kaylen Coble, Davian Hall, Conlee Coble, Dasia Hall, Raelynn Hipps, 2 sisters-in-law,
Wanda Gibbs, Judy Yandell and by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Opal Yandell, son, Gary Yandell, one brother and
4 sisters. Visitation was Sunday November 17, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Monday November 18, 2019 at Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with burial at Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Steven McConnell, Mike Yandell, Wayne Hall, Ryan Hipps,
Dobber Yandell and Mike Gibbs.
The Waldron News
18 February 2015
OPAL FRANKLIN YANDELL
Opal Franklin Yandell, 88, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on February 12, 2015 in Waldron. He was born November 26, 1926 in Scott County, Arkansas to the late Frank and Liddie
(Beyard) Yandell. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, 8 months, Ola Mae (Gibbs) Yandell of the home; one son, Tommy Yandell of Waldron, Arkansas; one daughter, Brenda Yandell of
Springdale, Arkansas; two granddaughters, Carol Coble and Sarah Hall both of Fayetteville, Arkansas; 4 great-grandchildren; one sister, Freida Carter of Waldron and numerous nieces,
nephews, friends and other family. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son Gary Don Yandell; three brothers and one sister. Funeral service was held 10:00 a.m. Monday,
February 16, 2014 at the First Assembly of God Church in Waldron with burial following at Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. Visitation was
Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Jimmy Don Yandell, David Yandell, Mike Yandell, Fred McConnell and Danny Carter.
The Waldron News
1 March 2000
PAT YANDELL
Pat Yandell, 93, of Booneville, Arkansas died February 25, 2000 in a Ft. Smith
hospital. He was a father, husband, and a Deacon at the Victory Baptist Church in
Booneville. He ran the San Shop at the Tuberculosis Sanitorium for many years. He was
preceded in death by his wife, Easter Yandell. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m.
Monday, Feb. 28 at Victory Baptist Church in Booneville with burial at Oak Hill
Cemetery in Booneville under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville.
He is survived by his wife, Margie Yandell of the home; three daughters, Patricia
Presson of Ft. Smith, AR, Betty Woods of Greenwood, AR and Sabra Jenkins of Sherwood,
AR; one step-daughter, Nita Haas of Cabot, AR; one stepson, Gerald White of Bryant, AR;
six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Pallbearers were Ray Gossett, Granville
Presson, Ferrel Woods, Byron Jenkins, Rick Woods and David Woods.
The Waldron News
16 December 2020
REBECCA "BECKY" YANDELL
Rebecca "Becky" Yandell, 56, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on December 3, 2020. She was born March 30, 1964 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to the late Marvin Dearl and Iceilee (Canada) Jones.
Becky was a member of New Life Center in Waldron, Arkansas. She had a strong connection with God and used her gifts to share God's word and His love with her family, friends and everyone
she could share with. Becky is survived by one son, one daughter Ashley Broomfield, one brother Leon and wife Vicki Jones (sister-in-law), one sister Donna Farley all of Waldron, and by
numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, friends and other family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Iceilee Jones and one sister Paula Sue Mendoza. Memorial service will be
held 2:00 p.m. Saturday December 19, 2020 at Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with Rev. Konnor McKay officiating. A cremation will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
27 June 2012
RICKEY DAVID YANDELL
Rickey David Yandell of Blue Ball, Arkansas passed from this life Friday, June 22, 2012 in Little Rock, Arkansas surrounded by his
loving family. Rickey was born March 3, 1957 to Allen Elijah Yandell and Geneva Luerne (Vaughn) Yandell in Mena, Arkansas.
Rickey was 55 years, 3 months and 19 days old. Rickey was a member of Waltreak United Methodist Church in Waltreak,
Arkansas. Rickey was an all around guy. He worked in the construction business building poultry houses and barns. Rickey
was a fun loving guy, so when his work would take him to new places he would easily make new friends and acquaintances from
all over. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and working in his garden. Everywhere that Rickey went so did Smedley. Smedley was
not only Rickey's dog but he was Rickey's farm companion and his friend for 13 years. If you knew Rickey, you knew or at
least knew of Smedley. Rickey really loved having the family reunion at his house every year. He was most tickled when he
became a "POP." His grandson was the light of his life. Rickey was quite proud of his family. Todd Johnston summed it up
one day when he said, Rickey was a good man, generous, helpful, loving, good hearted and a true friend to everyone. Rickey
leaves behind to cherish his memory wife Valrie of the home, one son, Corey Yandell and wife Victoria of New Blaine,
Arkansas and one stepson, Charley Emberson of Blue Ball, Arkansas. Pop will also be missed by one grandson Cody Yandell of
New Blaine, Arkansas. Rickey is also survived by three sisters, Alene Adair of Van Buren, Arkansas, Patsy Scott of Yellville,
Arkansas and Judy Hale of Union Hill, Arkansas, five brothers, Melvin Yandell of Dutch Creek, Arkansas, Jimmy (Link) Yandell
of Waldron, Arkansas, Jerry Yandell of Dutch Creek, Arkansas, Ronnie Yandell of Van Buren, Arkansas and Richard Yandell of
Waldron, Arkansas. Rickey has also touched the lives of numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will love him
and will miss him dearly. Rickey is preceded in death by his parents, Allen E. Yandell and Geneva L. (Vaughn) Yandell.
Rickey's life celebration was 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Waltreak United Methodist Church in Waltreak, Arkansas
with Rev. Larry Pat Millard officiating. Interment followed in the Lamb Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements were
entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Rickey's pallbearers were Jeffery Vaughn,
Dan Yandell, Shane Waits, Eric Yandell, Derek Yandell and Todd Johnston. Rickey's visitation was Sunday, June 24, 2012
from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Rickey's family received friends
from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
17 March 1999
ROY EUGENE YANDELL
Roy Eugene Yandell, 82, of Danville, died Friday, March 12, 1999
in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a farmer and a member of the Union
Hill Freewill Baptist Church. He was also a veteran of WWII.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 in Union
Hill Freewill Baptist Church with burial at Lamb Cemetery near Waldron.
Survivors include his wife, Dovie Yandell, of the home; three
daughters: Barbara Haggard, of Blue Ball, Betty Tallmadge, of Blue Ball
and Patricia Soderling, of Texarkana, Tex; one son, Donald Yandell, of
Blue Ball; two sisters, Evelyn Hunt, of Waldron and Edna Slater, of
Waldron; one brother, Allen Yandell, of Blue Ball; 12 grandchildren
and 10 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Melvin Yandell, Jerry Yandell, Richard Yandell,
Ricky Yandell, Ronnie Yandell and Jimmie Yandell.
Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Waldron News
16 November 2016
SYBIL C. YANDELL
Sybil C. Yandell of Arroyo Grande, CA passed from this life November 7, 2016 at the age of 89. She was born November 29, 1927 to Heff and Pearl Huens in Waldron, AR. She passed away the
same day, five years later and within an hour of her husband's passing. She is preceded in death by her husband Grady Yandell and grandson Matthew, brothers Carl Huens and John Huens
and sisters Louise Hampton and Mildred Allen and parents Deff and Pearl Huens. She is survived by a daughter Carol Maynard (husband Larry) of Crawfordsville, OR and son Larry
Yandell (wife Karen) of Beaverton, OR and sister in law Vida Stearman of Waldron, AR. She also leaves behind many grandchildren, great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. At
her request there will be no service.
The Waldron News
18 July 2001
BILLY W. YARBER
Billy W. Yarber, 53, of Booneville, Arkansas died Saturday, July 14,
2001 in Booneville, Arkansas.
Graveside service will be at 10:00 a.m. July 18, 2001 at Sugar Grove
Cemetery at Sugar Grove, AR followed with burial under the direction of Roberts
Funeral Home of Booneville, Arkansas.
He is survived by five sisters, Darlene Jones of Little Rock, AR, Carolyn
Freeman of Sugar Grove, AR, Crystal Tyner of Booneville, AR, Teresa Heissler of
Booneville, AR and Hester Scott of Booneville, AR; three brothers, Glendon
Yarber of Booneville, AR, Wendol Yarber of Little Rock, AR and Willibey Jr.
Yarber of Booneville, AR. Pallbearers will be Charlie Smith, Thomas Smith, Jackie Wilkins, Homer
Wilkins, Rex Davis and Walker "Dinky" Scott.
The Waldron News
9 August 2017
GALEN D. YARBROUGH
Galen D. Yarbrough, 79, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, July 9, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Linda Lemery and son Bill Lemery; his three daughters, Laura
Yarbrough, Linda Yarbrough and Karen Phillips; his sister, Loretta Waddle and his brother, Dennis McKenzie. Galen was born on May 23, 1938 in Waldron, Arkansas. After graduating from
high school, he proudly served in the Army until moving to Angleton to begin a life and family. Upon his retirement, he moved back to his home in Brazoria County. He was dearly loved
and will be greatly missed.
The Waldron News
6 June 2012
ALBERT LEE "ABB" YATES
Albert Lee "Abb" Yates, 89, of Waldron passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 26, 2012 in a Fort Smith hospital,
surrounded by his five children. He was born on September 11, 1922 in Gravelly, Arkansas, the son of George Willie
and Augusta (Oller) Yates. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving aboard a PT boat in the Pacific in World War II. He
was a lifelong resident of Waldron, where he spent his career working for the telephone company. He was the former
chief of the Waldron Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of the Waldron Masonic Lodge, where he had been
recognized for 50 years of membership. He was an avid reader, with a natural intellectual curiosity about history
and science. He was known throughout Scott County as someone who could repair anything that was broken. He is
survived by four sons, Gary Yates and his wife Sharon of Van Buren, Gene Yates and his wife Dawn, also of Van Buren,
Philip Yates and his wife Glenda of Springdale, and Bill Yates and his wife Marilyn of Alma; one daughter, Janet
Musgrove and her husband Harold of Mansfield; one brother W.C. (Calton) Yates of Fort Smith; nine grandchildren,
Twyla Ledesma and husband Eduardo, Tiffany Perryman and husband Brian, Donisha Turner and husband Danny, Anthony Yates,
Sandy Swanner and husband Jamie, Laura Kruger and husband Kip, Ross White and wife Maegan, Jacy Thompson and husband
Chad, and Wesley Musgrove and wife Leah, and 10 great-grandchildren, Kiera Ledes,a. Dawsyn and Lundyn Smith, Brixtyn
Perryman, John and Ashley Turner, Josh and Josiah Swanner, Kate White and Sparrow Musgrove. He was preceded in death by
his wife of 65 years, Alberta (Waganer) Yates, on October 10, 2007; his sister, Lola Ferguson; his grandson, Charles
Yates; and his great-granddaughter, Sarah Turner. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at
Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with interment to follow at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were his grandsons. Visitation was Tuesday, May 29, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.,
the family visited with friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Waldron.
The Waldron News
17 October 2007
ALBERTA YATES
Alberta Yates, 86, of Waldron, died Wednesday, October 10, 2007 in Fort Smith. She was a member of
Waldron First Assembly of God and a homemaker. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October
13, 2007 at the First Assembly of God and burial at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of the Martin
Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband, Albert Lee Yates of Waldron, AR; one daughter, Janet Musgrove
and husband Harold of Mansfield, AR; four sons, Bill Yates and wife Marilyn of Alma, AR; Phil Yates and wife
Glenda of Springdale, AR; Gene Yates and wife Dawn of Van Buren, AR and Gary Yates and wife Sharon of Van
Buren, AR; nine grandchildren, Jacy and WEsley Musgrove, Sandy Swanner, Donishia Turner, Tony Yates, Laura
and Ross White, Tiffany Yates and Twyla Sommons; six great grandchildren, Josh and Josiah Swanner, John and
Ashley Turner, Dawsyn and Lundyn Smith, three grandsons-in-lw, Maj. James Swanner, Danny Turner and Shannon
Simmons; one sister, Addie Carmack of Waldron; and one brother, Rev. Sam Waganer of Waldron. Pallbearers
were Danny Turner, Shannon Simmons, Tony Yates, Ross White, Wesley Musgrove and John
Turner.
The Waldron News
10 December 2008
ALMA FAYE YATES
Alma Faye Yates, 97, of Witcherville, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, December 3,, 2008, in Fort Smith. She was
born February 14, 1911 in Perry County to Tandy and Nannie Sims. She lived for many years near Plainview, Arkanasas,
where she carried the mail and operated a locker plant. She worked for Norman Mfg. in Greenwood until she was 80
years old. She was a Baptist and very devoted to her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Yates,
Sr. and her son, Oscar Yates, Jr. of Witcherville; her daughter Delma Norman of Greenwood; her brother, Herbert
Sims, and sister, Jessie Cox of Steve, Arkansas. She is survived by her sister, Addie Crawford, and her daughter
Nan Howard of Little Rock; and her daughter-in-law, Faye Yates of Witcherville. She is also survived by nine
grandchildren: Donald Yates of Witcherville, Ronnie Yates of Fort Smith, Patsy Burris of Spiro, Oklahoma, Teresa
Brown and Detra Percy of Greenwood, Karen Hook and William Norman of Fort Smith; Mike Howard of Benton, and Edie
Twitty of Little Rock. She also leaves 23 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren. Services were at
2:00 PM Saturday, December 6 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Mansfield, Arkansas, with burial at Liberty Cemetery
in Greenwood. Viewing will be 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Friday, December 5 at the Martin Funeral Home in Mansfield. Pallbearers
were her great-grandsons: Jeremy and Justin Yates, Casey Yates, Robert and Todd Burris, Dustin Howard, Josh and
Jamie Brown, Dex, Andrew and Austin Pearcy and Loyd Hook.
Scott County Times
10 September 2003
CHARLES LARRY YATES
Charles Larry Yates, age 38 of Van Buren passed away Friday, August 29 in Waldron,
Arkansas. He was the manager of the Wal-Mart Store in Waldron, and 32nd Degree
Mason, an amateur radio operator and a Protestant. Funeral services were held at
1:00 pm Wednesday, September 3 at Waldron Church of the Nazarene followed by a
graveside service at 3:30 pm Wednesday at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren. Charles
is survived by his parents, Donald Gene and Glenna Dawn Yates of Van Buren, his
father Charles Larry Gayle, Sr. of Theodore, Alabama; one sister, Donishia Turner
of Van Buren, one brother, Anthony Yates of Fort Smith, one niece, Ashley Turne,
and one nephew, John Turner. Also surviving are his grandparents, Elsie Chrisman
of Waldron, Abb and Alberta Yates of Waldron. Arrangements under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home.
Scott County Times
3 July 2002
DESSIE DELLA YATES
Waldron--Funeral services for Dessie Della Yates, 97, of Waldron were held Tuesday, July 2, 2002 at Mulberry Baptist Church in Gravelly. Burial followed at Parks Cemetery at Nola under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Mrs. Yates died Sunday, June 30, 2002 at a Waldron nursing home. She was a homemaker and a member of Harmony Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Yates and a son, Galen Yates.
Survivors include a son, Ernest Yates of Kansas City, Missouri; a brother, Wayland Defoor of Gravelly; and three grandchildren, Brenda Lighthill of Kansas City, Missouri, Sherry Cowell of Russellville and Linda Garvin of Kansas City, Missouri.
Scott County Times
14 December 2005
OSCAR YATES
Oscar Yates, Jr., 78, of Dayton, Arkansas passed away on Friday, December 9, 2005 in a Fort Smith
hospital. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Martin Funeral Home
Chapel with Rev. Gary Brown officiating and Todd Burris delivering the eulogy with interment in the
Liberty Cemetery in Greenwood, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield.
Oscar was born on November 13, 1972 in Fourche Valley, Arkansas to Oscar Yates, Sr. and Alma Faye Yates.
He served in the Navy during W.W. II and took part in the Bikini Atoll Atomic Bomb Test in 1946. During
his life he was a barber, operated a lumber mill in New Mexico with his father, owned a Texaco station
in Fort Smith and retired from Whirlpool after 23 years of service. He was a member of the Dayton
Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Ola Faye Yates of the home; a daughter, Patsy Burris and
husband Danny of Spiro, Oklahoma; two sons, Donald Yates and wife Becky of Dayton community and Ronnie
Yates and wife Becky of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one sister, Nan Howard of Little Rock, Arkansas; and his
mother, Alma Faye Yates of Dayton, Arkansas; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by his father, Oscar Yates, Sr. and his sister, Delma Faye Norman. Serving as
pallbearers were Robert Burris, Jeremy Yates, Justin Yates, Cassey Yates, Roscoe Allen Yates and Alton
Yates. Honorary pallbearers were Lindsey Yates, Denise Linker, Tiffany Yates, Andrea Yates, Trisha Burris
and Kerri Burris. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
The Waldron News
14 April 2010
TROYCE (SALLY) YATES
Troyce (Sally) Yates, 68, of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Saturday, April 10, 2010 in a Waldron
hospital surrounded by her loving family. Sally was born May 24, 1941 in Y-City, Arkansas to the late
Troy and Georgia (Minor) Frost. She was a retired beautician and was a member of the Parks Baptist Church.
Sally is survived by her one daughter, Carolyn Bayne of Gillette Wyoming; two sons, William Yates of Casper,
Wyoming, James Yates of Cheyenne, Wyoming; twelve grandchildren, Ashley Martinez of Gillette, Wyoming, Forrest
Bayne of Fort Collins, Colorado, Chynna Yates, Reno, Nevada, Brittany Drimp of San Diego, California, Jason
Yates, Julian Yates, Jeorgia Yates all of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Taylor Yates of San Diego, California, Mathieu
Yates, Noah Yates, Daniel Yates, Adam Yates all of Casper, Wyoming; four great-grandchildren, Miguel Martinez,
Valeina Martinez, Liliana Martinez, Kianoa Yates; one brother Johnny E. Frost and his wife Betty Ann of
Jones Creek, Texas; two sisters, Bobby Zimmer of Waldron, Arkansas and Betty Davis and husband Willis of
Lake Jackson, Texas. Sally's funeral service was Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the Heritage Memorial Chapel with
Rev. John Elmore officiating. Interment followed in the Chant Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas. Arrangements are
being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral HOme & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.
Scott County Times
7 May 2003
DAVID MICHAEL YODER
Waldron--Funeral services for David Michael Yoder, 89, of Waldron will be
held Wednesday, May 7, 2003 at 2 pm at Waldron Freewill Baptist Church.
Burial will follow at Buffalo Cemetery at Boles under the direction of
Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Mr. Yoder died Friday, May 2, 2003 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a
retired carpenter and attended Waldron Freewill Baptist Church. He was
preceded in death by two sisters, Arria Warner and Mary Murray; and a
brother, Chris Yoder.
Survivors include a son, David Yoder of Abbeville, South Carolina; three
step-sons, Lionel Windham of Sunnyvale, California, Leon Windham of
Waldron and Hugh Windham of Bozeman, Montana; a brother, Roy Yoder of
Phoenix, Oregon; seven grandchildren including Mike Yoder of Moyuch,
North Carolina; and eight great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Mike Yoder, Lionel Windham, Hugh Windham, Leon
Windham, Bird Vines and LD Vines.
The Waldron News
18 December 2013
CHESTER JAMES YORK
Chester James York, 87, died in Fort Smith, Arkansas on December 13, 2013. He was currently residing in Waldron, Arkansas but has previously lived in Radford, Virginia and Fort Worth,
Texas. Chester was born in Baxter Springs, Kansas to Chauncie Joshua and Mabel Ida (Foley) York on September 12, 1926. He was the fifth of eight children in a large Irish Catholic
family. In 1944 he was drafted into the Army to serve in World War II (as did his four brothers.) He was separated from the Army in 1946 after serving in Europe (primarily in Germany.)
He married Fay Wynnell Hitchcock on February 23, 1949. They spent sixty-four years and nine and a half months together-early years were spent traveling with the Rock Island Railroad,
attending various universities, then in their middle years working in computers with Hercules Munitions, and finishing out a work life as a Veterans' Officer in Scott County, Arkansas.
Always he worked and cared for his family. All along the way, he was the most attentive and kind husband. As a daddy he had no peer. He was an extraordinary papa and great-papa. We will
never again hear, "Love You Much, Baby Doll." From helping with Algebra, walking through the Virginia woods or teaching a great grandson to hammer nails into a chunk of wood, he did it
with love, patience and humor. Daddy, we will miss you and love you forever. He leaves to cherish his memory, Wynnell, his wife; his daughters Jackie Edmonds and Rohna York (Jeff Koester),
beloved granddaughters Whitney Stapleton (Wesley) and Catherine Edmonds and adored great-grands, Jonathan, Sarah, Alden, Cameron and Ella. He is also survived by his sister Anna Rita
Delmont and brother Eugene York as well as Ernest Edmonds father of his loved granddaughters. Love you much, Daddy!! Chester's Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday,
December 17, 2013 at the St. Jude Catholic Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Father Ravi Gudipalli officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in
Waldron, Arkansas. Chester's visitation will be Monday, December 16, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where Chester's family
will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
The Waldron News
8 September 2021
JERRY WAYNE YORK
Jerry Wayne York, 85, of Van Buren, Arkansas formerly of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on August 31, 2021. He was born March 20, 1936 in Waldron, Arkanas to the late Les Smith and
Ebie York. Jerry is survived by two sons; Roger Wayne York of Mansfield, Arkansas, Jerry Antonio York and wife Lourie of Charleston, Arkansas, six grandchildren; Bethany, Rachel,
Joshua, Jalen, Sarah, Lourie-Anna York, one sister Martha Lynn York and by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family. He is preceded in death by his wife, Martha York, parents
Les Smith and Ebie York and one brother John Martin York. Visitation will be Friday September 10, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. John Hale officiating. Burial will follow the service at Tate Cemetery near
Lavaca, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Jalen York, Sarah York, Lourie-Anna York, Jimmy Oswald, Brian Vinsant and John
Hale.
The Waldron News
5 August 2015
MARTHA ANN YORK
Martha Ann (Forrest) York of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 20, 2015, three days after her 69th birthday. She was a wife, mother and grandmother, and a
member of the Nazarene faith. Martha was born July 17, 1946 in Eagleton, Arkansas to the late John and Bonnie Forrest. She is survived by her husband Jerry York; her son Roger York
and his wife Diane; her son Antonio York and his wife Lourie; her grandchildren Bethany, Rachel, Joshua, Jalen, Sarah and Anna York; her brother Andy Forrest; her half-brothers Elwon
Forrest and Everett Forrest; as well as countless other family members and friends. Martha is perhaps best known for her charity work. She volunteered at Mercy Hospital of Scott County,
was an active member of the Extension Homemakers Club, assisted the residents of the Scott County Senior Citizens Center, and raised money to benefit organizations such as the
Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Scott County Police Department. A viewing was held at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas on Thursday, July 23, from 6-8 pm. The
formal service was held Friday, July 24, at noon at the Martin Funeral Home chapel. Officiating were Rev. Buddy Corbell, Rev. Ricky Elmore, Roger York and Antonio York. Pallbearers were
Keith Kilburn, Pete Morgan, Jimmy Osward, Tracy Epperson, Terry Baugh, Noble Hunt and Henry Metcalf. Honorary pallbearers were Joshua York, Jalen York and Darrell Matlock. Interment
was at Tate Cemetery in Lavaca, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
21 January 2009
SAMUEL MARTIN YORK
Samuel Martin York, 68, of Abbott, Arkansas passed away Thursday, January 15, 2009 at a Waldron
hospital. He was retired from Rheem Manufacturing and was a veteran in the U.S. Army. He is
survived by his three brothers, Welton D. York of Pryor, Oklahoma, James E. York of Wells,
Texas, and Joe York of Columbia, South Carolina; two sisters, Billa E. Darner of Ames, Iowa and
Eloine Gannon of Des Moines, Iowa. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.
Cremation will be under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldrn, Arkansas.
The Waldron News
27 July 2011
CAROLYN KAY YOUNG
Carolyn Kay Young, 60, of Hon, Arkansas passed from this life Thursday, July 21, 2011 in a Waldron, Arkansas
hospital. Carolyn was born April 10, 1951 at Grove, Kansas to Elwyn and Elvera (Friesen) Alexander. Carolyn is
survived by her husband Jimmy Leon Young of the home; one daughter, Evelyn LeeAnn Godfrey and husband Mikey;
three sons, Travis Scott Polen, Randy Bruce Young and wife Vicki, Sam Young; four grandsons, Levi Woodard,
Tristin Godfrey, Elijah Polen, Tyler Jacob Young; three granddaughters, Makenzie Polen, Caitlyn Young, Peyton
Boyd; five sisters, Connie Steele and husband Mark, Sarah Prebble and husband Larry, Marie Partington and husband
Howard, Joyce Alexander and husband Larry, Goldie Goodwin and husband Doug; two brothers, Ronald Alexander and
wife Alice, Jimmy Alexander and wife Treasa; and many other friends and relatives. Carolyn's funeral service
will be held at 9:00 a.m. Monday, July 25, 2011 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will
follow in the Hon Cemetery in Hon, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. Carolyn's pallbearers will be Elijah Polen, Levi Woodard, Tristin Godfrey,
Steven Passmore, Jason Steele, Travis Polen and Alan Bananader. Her honorary pallbearer will be Bert Passmore.
Carolyn's visitation will be Sunday, July 24, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral
Home where the family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The Waldron News
22 February 2017
CHARLENE ELOIS YOUNG
Charlene Elois Young of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Conway, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Elois was born May 30, 1938 in Forrester, Arkansas to Ed Angel and Edna Marie (Blalock) Angel. Elois was 78 years old. She was a longtime member of Temple Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas. Elois believed in the love of God and she lived by it. Elois' easy going nature was the perfect compliment to her husband James' wit and humor. Together they shared 44 years before he went to Heaven to wait for her. Elois was a kind and warm hearted lady. Over the years Elois opened her heart and home to numerous people across Waldron and Scott County. She was known to many as Granny Elois. She enjoyed taking care of her family and embraced the opportunity to spend time with them and make forever memories. Granny Elois was notorious for her cooking. She made homemade cinnamon rolls that were out of this world. Granny would save coffee cans all year long. Come Christmas she would make cookies from "scratch" and decorate them and decorate the coffee cans and give a personal touch of love to each of her family members. Granny Elois enjoyed gardening and canning the fruits of her labor to have for later. Elois leaves behind to cherish her memory, six children: James E. Young of Fayetteville, Arkansas, David Young and wife Lisa of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Michael Young and wife Kim of Lincoln, Arkansas, Kevin Young of Pine Bluff Arkansas, Paul and wife Gloria of Crofton, Maryland and Jennifer Fulfer and husband Travis of Maumelle, Arkansas and two daughter-in- laws, Pam Doyle of Heavener, Oklahoma and Valarie Lanier Young of Yukon, Oklahoma. Granny will forever remain in the hearts of her 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Elois is also survived by sisters: Linda Davis and Louise Wilsey both of Waldron, Arkansas, Ann Van DeWeile of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Lisa Godfrey of Greenwood, Arkansas and brothers: Bill Angel of Little Rock, Arkansas, Charles Angel of Hot Springs, Arkansas and Gerald Angel of Paris, Texas. Elois will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives were impacted by her including a host of nieces, nephews, friends, loved ones dear to her heart and the many she welcomed into her home across the years as her own. Elois was preceded in death by her loving husband James Young, one son, Dennis Young, her parents, Ed and Edna Angel, and siblings: Pat Keener, Joe Angel and Dan Angel. Elois' life celebration service will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Gary Martin and Rev. David Young officiating. Interment will follow in the Bush Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Elois' pallbearers will be Matt Young, Matt Nelson, Adolfo Rojas, Cody Young, James Skinner and Mac Davis. Elois's visitation will be Friday, February 17, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where Elois family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association by visiting:https://act.alz.org/. The family would like to extend a sincere heartfelt thank you to Salem Place Nursing Center and Waldron Nursing Center for your care and love shown to our mother and grandmother.
Scott County Times
27 July 2005
DELMA YOUNG
Delma Young, age 72, of Nella, Arkansas died Monday, July 18, 2005 in a Mena hospital. She was a
homemaker and a Catholic. She is survived by one daughter, Diane Henderson of Aurora, Colorado;
one honorary daughter, Charlene Moudy of Waldron; one son, George "Steve" Randle of Garden City,
Kansas; one aunt, Nita Sargent of Texas; one sister, Betty Randle of Garden City, Kansas; three
brothers, Donald and Jim Hambleton both of Waldron, Butch Hambleton of Corpus Christi, Texas; nine
grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Memorial services were held at 3:00 pm Friday, July 22,
2005 at New Life Center under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.
Scott County Times
13 April 2005
DENNIS YOUNG
Dennis Young, age 42 of O'Fallon, Illinois died Monday, April 4, 2005 in a hospital. He was retired
after 20 years in the Air Force, serving in White Sands, New Mexico Lowry AFB, Colorado Osan Korea
AFB and Scott AFB in Illinois. He worked as a Civilian contractor at Scott AFB after retirement. He
was preceded in death by his father, James W. Young; grandfather, Olin Young; grandmother, Ina Mae
Thomas; grandfather, Ed Angel; grandmother, Edna Angel and his uncle Gary "Pete" Young. He is
survived by his wife Valarie Young; one son, Jeffery Young of O'Fallon, Illinois; mother, Elois
Young of Waldron; one sister, Jennifer and her husband Travis Fulfer of Maumelle, Arkansas; five
brothers, Jim of Waldron; David and his wife Lisa of Arkadelphia, Arkansas; Mike and his wife Kim
of Lincoln; Kevin of Waldron and Paul and his wife Gloria of Newport News, Virginia; seven nieces,
Lindsey, Emily, Danica, Shasta, Whitney, Amber and Lauren Young; four nephews, Matt and his wife
Kristi Young; Josh, Cody and James A. Young; one great niece, Ashton Young; numerous aunts, uncles
and cousins. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Monday, April 11, 2005 at Temple Baptist Church
with burial at Bush Cemetery at Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of
Waldron.
The Waldron News
31 March 2010
EMMA YOUNG
Emma Young, 75, died Thursday, March 11, 2010 in Aurora, MO. Young was born on October 21, 1934 in
Northern Italy. Her memorial was March 20th at Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home in Aurora. She is survived
by her husband of 51 years, Bob Young. Two sons, Dr. Peter Young and Tom Young both of Kansas City, MO.
One daughter, Susie English of Joplin, MO. Two brothers, James Weiglein of Aurora, MO and August Weiglein
of Germany. One sister, Marta McGaugh of Waldorn, AR. And her one and only grandchild, Little Emma.
Scott County Times
16 April 2003
JACK WILLIAM YOUNG
Y-City--Jack William Young, 75, of Y-City, Arkansas died Tuesday, April 8, 2003
in his home. He was retired from the Monsanto Chemical Company and he attended
the Chant Pentecostal Church. He was a veteran of WWII.
He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Wayne Young and his step-son,
Bradley Joseph Kennedy.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at Chant
Pentecostal Church with burial at Chant Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas under
the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife, Betty; one step-daughter, Smokey Kimbrough of
Greenwood, Arkansas; one son, Kenneth Young of Red Oak, Oklahoma; two step-
sons, Duke Kennedy of Alvin, Texas and John Kennedy of Jena, Louisiana; one
sister, Maxine Huddleston of Cauthron; eight grandchildren and five great-
grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Joshua Kennedy, John Wesley Kennedy, Jeffery Brown, Kevin
Brown and Rudy Hess.
Scott County Times
7 February 2001
JAMES YOUNG
James Young, 63, of Waldron, Arkansas died February 3, 2001 in a Ft.
Smith hospital. He was a Southern Baptist minister and a heavy machine
operator and mechanic.
Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m February 6, 2001 at Martin Funeral
Home Chapel with burial at Bush Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas under the
direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife Elois; mother-in-law, Edna Angel of Waldron;
one daughter, Jennifer Skinner of Conway, Arkansas; six sons, James Young of
Waldron, David and his wife Lisa of Jefferson, Texas, Michael and his wife
Kim of Waldron, Kevin Young of Conway, Arkansas, Dennis and his wife Valarie
of O'Fallon, Ill., Paul and his wife Gloria of Anchorage, Alaska; mother,
Ina Mae Thomas of Waldron; one sister, Anna Sue Rea and her husband Herman
of Florresant, MO; three step-brothers, Harold Thomas of Waldron, Joe and
Harley Thomas of Ft. Smith, Arkansas.
Grandchildren are Mathew and his wife Kristy, Joshua, Lindsey, Emily,
Cody, Danica, Shasta,Whitney, Jeffrey, Amber, Lauren, James, Matt and
Ashley.
The Waldron News
12 April 2000
RICHARD ANDREW YOUNG
Richard Andrew Young, 78, of Waldron, Arkansas died Monday, March 27, 2000 in a Waldron
hospital. He was a retired 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, and a Presbyterian. Memorial
service was at 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2000 at the U.S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith,
Arkansas followed with burial under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.
He is survived by his wife, Delma of the home; two daughters, Diane Henderson of Denver, CO
and Teresa Kelly of Waldron, AR; six sons, John Young of California, James Young of Denver,
CO, Matthew Randle and Steve Randle both of Waldron, AR, Joe Young and Ricky Young; two
sisters, Jerry Lucas of Savannah, GA and Gail Thee of Atlanta, GA; 10 grandchildren and
two great-grandchildren.
Resident Press
22 December 2021
VERDA JEAN (LETHBRIDGE) YOUNG
Verda Jean Young of Nella, Arkansas passed from this life, Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in Hot Springs, Arkansas with the love of her life by her side. Verda was born February 8, 1950
in Flint, Michigan to Donald Lethbridge and Valarie (Metro) Lethbridge. She was 71 years old. Verda was married to her husband, Robert for 47 years. Together they lived, worked hard,
loved life and raised their family. Verda was a warm and kind person whose life ambition was to take care of her family and do all she could for each of them. She enjoyed shopping and
gifting for her grandchildren. She made sure everyone was taken care of. She especially looked forward to visits and making memories with them. Verda leaves behind to cherish her memory,
her loving husband of 47 years, Robert Young of the home, four children: Jeff Bidwell, Kristi Bidwell, Rebecca Bidwell and Robert Young II. Grammy will forever remain in the hearts of a
host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Verda will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends and neighbors
she loved dearly. Verda was preceded in death by her parents Donald and Valarie Lethbridge. A private family celebration of life 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
23 June 2010
WALTER RUSSELL YOUNG
Walter Russell Young, 64, of Waldron, Arkansas died Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Mercy Hospital of
Scott County, Waldron, AR from metastatic malignant melanoma. He was born January 27, 1946 in
Bogalusa, Louisiana to Walter Louis and Hazel Taylor Young. He was a member of the Dayton Church
of Christ and a 1963 graduate of Covington High School, Covington, Louisiana; graduated in 1967
from LSU, Baton Rouge with a degree in Chemical Engineering and graduated in 1975 from LSU Medical
School, New Orleans with a M.D. degree. He began a private practice in family medicine at Brookhaven,
MS in July 1976. He moved to Waldron, AR in 1983 and remained in private practice until March 19,
2010. He is survived by his wife, Linda of the home; daughter Christy Long and husband James of
Waldron, AR; three step-sons, Stan Rose of Greenwood, AR, Stuart Rose and wife Teresa of Greenwood,
AR and Steve Rose and wife Tammie of Waldron, AR; six grandchildren, Zach Rose of Greenwood, AR,
Leah and Justin Long of Waldron, AR, Allison Rose of Greenwood, AR and Kaylin and Ashlin Rose of
Waldron, AR; a sister Darlene Palliser and husband Tommy of Covington, LA; two brothers, Earl Young
of Bush, LA and Jim Young and wife Joan of San Antonio, TX. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Friday, June
18 at the Dayton Church of Christ, 2230 E. Hwy. 252, Huntington, AR with burial at Parks Cemetery,
Hwy. 28 E., Gravelly, AR under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, AR. Larry
Bridges and Jack Sorrells officiated; song leader was Lowell Ashley. Pallbearers were Chris and
David Young, Larry Davis, Dr. Nathan Bennett, Steve Hattabaugh and Terry Plummer. Honorary pallbearers
will be Bill Laster, Doug Graves and Larry Owen. In lieu of flowers the family has requested you make
a donation to the W. Russell Young, M.D. Scholarship Fund at P.O. Box 1741, Waldron, AR 72958, or Dayton
Church of Christ Building Fund, 2330 E. Hwy. 252, Huntington, AR 72940.
The Waldron News
31 August 2011
DANIEL DEAN YOUNT
Daniel Dean Yount, 78, of Mountainburg, Arkansas passed from this life Wednesday, August 24th, 2011 in his
home surrounded by his family. Daniel was born in Pangburn, Arkansas, August 2, 1933 to the late Charles and
Ida (Floyd) Yount. He graduated from Mabelvale High School, and was married to Carolyn Sue (Erwin) Young for
59 years. Daniel is survived by his wife Carolyn Sue Yount of Mountainburg, Arkansas; a son Nicky Yount of
Mountainburg, Arkansas; one granddaughter Rachel Yount of DeQueen, Arkansas; and one great-granddaughter Emma
Yount also of DeQueen, Arkansas; one sister Fern Mayer of North Little Rock, Arkansas; one brother Adrian L.
Yount of Little Rock, Arkansas. As well as a number of nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was preceded
in death in addition to his parents by three brothers, Norvel Yount, LA Yount, OC Yount. Daniel's graveside
services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011 at the Vaught Cemetery in Mountainburg with Rev.
(blank) officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in
Waldorn, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Nicky Yount, Nathanael Erwin, Matthew Erwin, Martin Martinez, Caleb
Erwin and Ethan Erwin. Visitation was held at Ocker Funeral Home in Alma, Arkansas, Friday, August 26,
2011 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The Waldron News
26 August 2009
WILLIAM L. "BILL" YOWELL
William L. "Bill" Yowell, 93, of Magnolia, Arkansas passed away Saturday, August 8, 2009 at his
home. He was born August 10, 1915 in Mansfield, Arkansas to the late William Lewis and Ernestine (Page)
Yowell, and was a longtime member of Central Baptist Church. Bill was a member of the "Greatest
Generation" and was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II. Bill and his
late wife Juanita owned Yowell's Drive-IN for thirty years. They made the "Yowell Burger" famous in
Magnolia. Bill and Juanita had no children, but they had a thousand kids who had worked at the drive (in)
for the thirty years, boys or gils, black or white, they were all their children. He is preceded in
death by his parents, his wife of fifty years, Juanita Walker Yowell, three brothers, Hillman, Page and
Robert. Bill is survived by his two brothers, Scott Yowell and his wife Wanda of Lakewood, Colorado,
Dan Yowell and his wife Sara of Prescott, Arkansas and twelve special nieces and nephews. A memorial
service was held Friday, August 14, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Central Baptist Church with Bro. David Wood
officiating. Memorials may be made to Central Baptist Church.
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