Obituary Recevied From Death Cert. Augusta A. SULLIVAN Age 71 Summiter Of Information Her Husband Newton Cannon SULLIVAN Born Miller Co Mo Father William H HORTON Mother Martha COX She Lived In Dodd City When She Died Burial In Keesee Cemetary Marion Co Ar Date Of Death Dec 9, 1944 Birthday Was Aug 12, 1873 Holt Funaral Home In Harrison Ar On Her Headstone Her Name Is Listed As Tyne SULLIVAN She And Her Husband Share One Headstone On The Headstone His Name Is Listed As Nute SULLIVAN
James CRAIG, 66, California James "Jimmy" Lee CRAIG, age 66, of Desert Hot Springs, California died Jan. 26, 2000 at the Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, California. He was born Nov. 30, 1933 in Yellville, the son of John Burley and Velma Eual (HAND) CRAIG. On December 26, 1955 she was united in marriage with Marybeth REA in Branson, MO. Mr. CRAIG was the Western regional manager of sales and engineering for Datatape Scientific Instruments (Eastman Kodak) for 30 years. He served in the 7th Army Division, 687th Army Water Supply Co., in France for four years. Mr. CRAIG was comptroller for Palm Springs Christian Schools, Desert Hot Springs and president of Vine and Fig Tree, Inc. He belonged to the American Legion; California Republican Assembly; Mission Lakes Country Club and Men's Golf Club; Elbow Ranch Cattle Corp., Missouri; Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association; the Association of Old Crows, 687th Army Reunion Group; the School of the Ozarks Alumni Association and the University South California Alumni Association. He was one of two recipients of the Meritorious Achievement Award of the School of the Ozarks Association in 1969. Survivors include his wife, Marybeth REA of the home; his son, James Kevin of Desert Hot Spring; and his daughter, Amy Elizabeth SLAY of Desert Hot Springs. Mr. CRAIG was preceded in death by his parents and his only sibling, John Burley CRAIG, Jr. A memorial gathering was held at the Community Church in Desert Hot Springs with internment at the Edwards Cemetery in Branson, MO. Rose Mortuary was in charge of the arrangements. The family suggest donations be made to the Dr. Burzynski's Cancer Coalition Fund for children, 9432 Old Katy Road, Suite 220, Houston, TX 77005. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Mt. Echo Newspaper, July 27, 2000 issue - Yakima Valley News column by Frankie Seay "I got some information and notes about the life and passing of a former Yellville man, Jimmy Lee CRAIG, who was born at Yellville in 1933 to Burley and Velma CRAIG and died Jan 26 at Desert Hot Springs, CA, of cancer. Jimmy's widow, Marybeth CRAIG, sent me his obituary and a booklet containing the story of his life from the time he left Yellville as a child and hitchhiked t the School of the Ozarks where he received his education, spent 4 years in the Army and made quite a success of his life in the business world, as well as raising (along with Marybeth) their two children. I had read about Jimmy's passing in the Echo, but was glad t get this information and have passed it on to a friend and former neighbor of his, Ernest JONES, who lived on Fallen Ash Road when Jimmy lived there as a kid. Thanks, Marybeth, for thinking of us and reading the Echo. Out best to you and your children." (transcribed by Linda Haas Davenport)
Roberta Ellen DUNCAN, 37, Yellville Roberta Ellen DUNCAN, age 37, of Yellville died, Jan. 30, 2000 at her residence. Mrs. DUNCAN was born Sept. 23, 1962 in Springfield, MO the daughter of Judy Mae LONG. Mrs. DUNCAN was employed as a console assembler for Ranger Boats. Survivors include her husband, Joe DUNCAN of Yellville; her sons, Roger Wayne CHASTAIN of Blythe, CA and Mark Allen CHASTAIN of Fayetteville; and her daughter, Amber Mae TROXELL DUNCAN of Yellville. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Georges Creek Cemetery with Chad Marberry, Chris Johnston, Steve Cunningham, Jack Curtis, Randy Whitaker and Cody Burrow officiating. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Calvin "Buck" LARY, 83, Yellville Calvin "Buck" LARY, age 83, died Jan. 31, 2000 in Little Rock. Mr. LARY was born Nov. 24, 1916 in Bald Prairie, TX the son of Calvin and Earl (HAGER) Lary. On Aug. 11, 1966 he was united in marriage with Margie (MCCREARY). He was a retired rancher and a member of the Masons, VFW and DAV He served as a S/Sgt in the Army during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Margie of the home; his daughters, Abby BLACKBURN of Tulsa, Ok., Sherry HILL of Flippin, Carrie TURNER of Batesville, AR, Cindy INGALLS of San Diego, CA and Traci LARY of San Diego; his sisters, Evanell HARPER of Houston, TX and Nell FRY of Houston; and 11 grandchildren. Mr. LARY was preceded in death by his son, Ben and his parents. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with David Watts officiating. Burial was at the Bald Prairie Cemetery, in Franklin, TX. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray, Mt. Echo Staff)
Robert Lee HAMILTON, 91, Mtn. Home Robert Lee HAMILTON, age 91, of Mountain Home died Feb. 1, 2000 at the Baxter Regional Medical Center. Mr. HAMILTON was born Dec. 22, 1908 in Harrisburg, AR the son of Pleasant Miller and Julia Catherine (RAMSEY) HAMILTON. He was a life long resident of Arkansas. He was a shoe repairman/retail store owner, and started his business in Flippin in 1941 and moved it to Mountain Home in the 1960s. On Mar. 22 1930 in Walnut Ridge, AR he was united in marriage with the late Mildred GOODLOE. He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge and had served in the United States Navy during World War II. Survivors include his sons, Robert and his wife, Nora HAMILTON, Jr. of Wichita, KS; J.C. and his wife, Barbara HAMILTON of Mountain Home and David Ikey HAMILTON of Flippin; his daughters, Clarice and her husband, Lucian KING of Flippin, Cleo and her husband, Bob FOUTS of Mountain Home; Margaret and her husband Truman CRANFILL of Gassville, Patricia and her husband, Bob ROSS of Mountain Home and Maxine and her husband, Avron STEELE of Mountain Home; 22 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and several great-great- grandchildren. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Richard Jerome ARNDT, 74, Lakeview Richard Jerome ARNDT, age 73, of Lakeview, died Feb. 3, 2000. Mr. ARNDT was born May 20, 1925 in Los Angeles, CA the son of Herbert J. and Florence (JOHNSON) ARNDT. He was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service. Mr. ARNDT was a member of the Catholic Church and served in the United States Marines during World War II. Mr. Arndt had resided in the area for three and a half years, after moving here from California. On September 6, 1948 in Eagle Rock, CA he was united in marriage with late Barbara (LYMAN). Survivors include his son, Matthew ARNDT and his wife Irene of Colorado Springs, CO; his daughter, Donna JACOBS and her husband, David of Giddings, TX; his sister, Dolores MOOREN of Upland, CA and six grandchildren. MR. Arndt was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one brother. Graveside services were held at the Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery with Deacon Jack Drug officiating. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Arrangements were by the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors in Mountain Home. Kirby-Boaz and the united States Forest Service have provided for the planting of a tree as a living memorial and tribute of Richard Arndt. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Effie M. SANDERS, 74, Lakeview Effie M. SANDERS, age 74, of Lakeview died Feb. 4, 2000 at the Baxter County Regional Medical Center. Ms. SANDERS was born Nov. 27, 1925 in Lakeview the daughter of George W. and Emma M. (MORGAN) SANDERS. She was a homemaker, and avid gardener and enjoyed raising dogs. She was a Baptist. Survivors include her brother, Henry E. SANDERS of Lakeview, several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, and three brothers. Services were held at the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home of Bull Shoals with Rev. Jerry Backus officiating. Burial was at the Amos Cemetery in Lakeview with Dale HODGES, Russell TUCKER, and Bob MITCHELL serving as honorary pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements were by the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors in Mountain Home. Kirby-Boaz and the United States Forest Service have provided for the planting of a tree as a living memorial and tribute to Effie M. SANDERS. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Norma Gladys TROBEE, 82, Yellville Norma Gladys TROBEE, age 82, of Yellville, died Feb. 4, 2000 at the Marion County Nursing Home. Mrs. TROBEE was born Oct. 28, 1917 in Leslie, MO the daughter of James and Freda (GROB) CONNER. She was a retired executive secretary for St. Louis Cosmetologist. Survivors include her son, Errol TROBEE, of Protem, MO; her daughter, Laurel Ann RUDER of Missouri; her brothers, Larry CONNER of St. Louis, MO and Jack Conner of Rogersville, MO; her sisters, Shirely GRIMES of Albuquerque, NM and Merle SCHAEFFER of St. Louis, MO; and her grandchildren, Susan COLLYER of Atlanta, GA, Daniel TROBEE of Pittsburg, PA, Bonnie RUDGER and Stacey RUDER of Missouri. Memorial services were held in St. Louis, MO Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Alfred Lee HALL, 90, Yellville Alfred Lee HALL, age 90, of Yellville died Feb. 8, 2000 at the Marion County Nursing Home. Mr. HALL was born April 20, 1909 in Marion County , the son of, Tom and Martha (TILLEY) HALL. He was a farmer and stockman, and a member of the Victory Independent Baptist Church in Yellville. On Jan. 1, 1932 he was united in marriage with Ethel (BEARDEN) HALL, who preceded him in death. Survivors include his sons, Gary HALL and Hollis HALL both of Yellville; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. HALL was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, four brothers, four sisters and one grandchild. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Kent Goodall officiating. Burial was at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery with Jerry JONES, Larry BEARDEN, Jack AKINS, Doyle HALL, James HALL and Mark POLEY serving as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Fund. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
The Baxter Bulletin, February 9, 2000 Issue: Alfred Lee HALL, 90, of Yellville Yellville-Alfred Lee HALL died Feb. 8, 2000 at Marion County Nursing Home at the age of 90. He was born April 20, 1909 to Tom and Martha TILLEY HALL. He married Ethel BEARDEN Jan. 1, 1932. He was a self-employed farmer and stockman. Mr. HALL was a member of Victory Independent Baptist Church. He is survived by two sons, Gary Hall and Hollis Hall, both of Yellville, four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Hall was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Martha Hall; his wife, Ethel Hall; four brothers; four sisters; and one grandchild. Visitation will be 6-7 p.m. today at Burns Chapel. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Burns Chapel with Kent Goodall officiating. Pallbearers will be Jerry JONES, Larry BEARDEN, Jack AKINS, Doyle HALL, James HALL and Mark POLEY. Burial will be in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Fund.
Jackie Lee SHREEMAN, 55, Yellville Jackie "Jack" Lee SHREEMAN, age 55, of Yellville, died Feb. 10, 2000 at his residence. Mr. SHREEMAN was born Sept. 8, 1944 in Nashville, IL the son of John and Dorothy (BOVAY) SHREEMAN. On Apr. 24, 1992 he was united in marriage with his wife, Evie. He was a law enforcement officer for Summit and member of the DAV, NRA, and American Legion Post 123. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a lifelong resident of Marion County. Survivors include his son, Jaylane SHREEMAN of Yellville; his daughters, Kayleen SHREEMAN and Ellie Mae SHREEMAN, both of Yellville; his half-brothers, Dale SHREEMAN of Bellville IL and Randy LAWHORN of Swanwick, IL; his step-sisters, Linda DECKER of Nashville, IL, Melaine HALL of Mt. Verna, IL an d Lori PATON of Peoria, IL. Mr. SHREEMAN was preceded in death by his parents. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with burial at the Mountainview Cemetery in Flippin. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Huey P. FOREHAND, 64, Yellville Huey P. FOREHAND, age 64, of Yellville, died Feb. 14, 2000 at his home. Mr. FOREHAND was born Mar. 10, 1935 in the Linker Mtn. Community near Dover, AR the son of Claude and Mary (SIMMONS) Forehand. He was a retired experimental engineer for the United States government. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Survivors include his daughters, Cynthia WASTER of Nampa ID and Teresa MAFFIE of Ephrata, WA; his sister, Mrs. Nina ROSE of Yellville and five grandchildren. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel and at graveside at Dover, AR. Danny Spence officiated. Burial was at the Forehand Cemetery, North of Russellville, AR. Pallbearers were Tom BARNES, James BARNES, Rick BAKER, George KEYS, Jr., Robert LINN and Donald FOREHAND. Honorary pallbearers were Billy FOREHAND, J.N. WILLIAMS, Roger ARNOLD, and Donald BROWN. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Gudrun R. DEMBSKI, 74, Yellville Gudrun R. DEMBSKI, age 74, of Yellville, died Feb. 14, 2000 at her home. Mrs. DEMBSKI was born Oct. 18, 1925 to Gertrude HAEFNER. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her son, Fred DEMBSKI of Grapevine, TX ; her daughter, Patti A. SONTAG of Pine Mountain; her sisters, Ruth Baldwin ROWLETT, of Texas and Brunhulda MCCARTHY of Fontana, CA; four grandchildren; one great-grandchildren and two nieces. Mrs. DEMBSKI was preceded in death by her husband, Fritz DEMBSKI. Services were held at the Laurel Oaks Chapel, in Mesquite Texas. Memorials may be made to the Pine Mountain First Responders, 10 MC 8004 Yellville, AR 72687. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Ola BURROW, 90, Yellville Ola BURROW, age 90, of Yellville, died Feb. 16, 2000 at the Marion County Nursing Home. Mrs. BURROW was born Jan. 10, 1910 in Freck, AR the daughter of J.W. and Julie Ann (SMITH) FAULKENBERRY. On May 8, 1927 she was united in marriage with Floyd BURROW. She was the owner/operator of a retail grocery and a member of the Pleasant Ridge Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Shirley HALL of Yellville; her brother, Arve FAULKENBERRY, of Yellville; her grandsons, Tim HALL, and Jerry Don CUNNINGHAM and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. BURROW was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her daughter, Sue CUNNINGHAM; three brothers and four sisters. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Clayton Cunningham and Terry Duffy officiating. Burial was at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Yellville. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Staff Member of the Mt. Echo)
William E. RASK, 76, Flippin William E. RASK, age 76, of Flippin, died Feb. 16, 2000 at the Baxter Regional Medical Center. Mr. RASK was born June 24, 1923 in Chicago, IL the son of Joseph and Mary (MCCALLIE) BERGERON. He was united in marriage with Pauline BORS. Mr. RASK was retired from the trucking industry, as a shipping rate clerk, and had made his home in Flippin since 1994. He was a member of the American Legion, and the V.F.W. Survivors include his wife, Pauline RASK, of Flippin; his sons Williams RASK, and Timothy RASK, both of Florida; his daughters, Jayne SUBWICK and Vicki MCCANCE, both of Florida; his sister, Margaret LEMLEY of California; and eight grandchildren. Mr. RASK was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Joseph BERGERON. Funeral services and interment will be in the Arlington National Park Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements were by the Baxter County Funeral Home.(Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
The Mountaineer, Flippin, AR, February 17, 2000 Issue: Ola Burrow of Yellville Ola BURROW died Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at the Marion County Nursing Home in Yellville. She was 90. Mrs. BURROW was born January 10, 1910 in Freck, Arkansas to J. W. and Julie Ann SMITH FAULKENBERRY. On May 8, 1927, she married Floyd BURROW. Mrs. BURROW was the owner and operator of retail grocery business and a member of the Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Shirley HALL of Yellville; one brother Arve FAULKENBERRY of Yellville; two grandchildren, Tim HALL and Jerry Don CUNNINGHAM; and four great-grandchildren. Husband, Floyd BURROW; parents, J. W. and Julie Ann FAULKENBERRY; one daughter, Sue CUNNINGHAM; three brothers; and four sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 19 at 10:00 a.m. in the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with ministers Clayton Cunningham and Terry Duffy officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Yellville. Visitation will be Friday, September 18 from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Yellville. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Yellville (870) 449-6621.
Milada C. SLABY, 79, Florida Milada C. SLABY, age 79, of St. Petersburg, FL died Feb. 10, 2000 at the St. Anthony's Hospital in St. Petersburg. Mrs. SLABY was born May 31, 1920 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Anton and Marie (KRIVAK) ENDLLCHER. She was the co-owner of Barber Supply Dealership; a member of the Czech Society, the Bull Shoals Retired Fisherman's Club, the Bull Shoals Senior Citizens Club and the United Morvian Societies in Chicago. Survivors include her daughter, Marie DOUBRAVA and her husband, Frank of Roswell, GA; her grandchildren, Monica FLOYD of Tampa, FL and Anthony CHACKAL of Atlanta, GA; her great-grandchildren, Patrick Taylor FLOYD and Austin Michael FLOYD both of Tampa; one niece and one nephew. Mrs. SLABY was preceded in death by her husband, Frank SLABY, her parents; one brother, and one sister. Services were held at the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home in Bull Shoals with Deacon Jack Krug officiating. Burial was at the Newton Flat Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cane Society. Arrangements were by the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors in Mountain Home. Kirby-Boaz and the United States Forest Service have provided for the planting of a tree as a living memorial and tribute to Milada C. Slaby. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Lucie Isobel BARNES, 94, Bull Shoals Lucie Isobel BARNES, age 94, of Bull Shoals, died Feb. 21, 2000 at the Baxter Regional Medical Center. Mrs. BARNES was born on July 9, 1905 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Joseph MORISON and Carrie A. (SANTO) SKINNER. She was an executive secretary to the president and CEO of Vanadium Corporation of American. On August 15, 1953 she was united in married with Lawrence W. BARNES in Kahoka, MO. She was a member of the Bull Shoals Presbyterian Church; the Presbyterian Women; Bull Shoals Retirement Fishing Club and a life member of the Senior Citizens Club. She had lived in Marion County since 1974. Survivors include her son Dr. Joseph MARTIN and his wife, Kathlene SUTTON of Morrison, CO; her grandsons, Christopher MARTIN and wife Meryl of Pittsburgh, PA, Joseph M. MARTIN of Madison, WI and Adam BARNES of Rockford IL; her granddaughters, Jennifer BARNES of Rockford, IL, Lucy BENEDICT of Fairfield, IA and Kathy HOWELL of Kahoka, MO; two great-grandchildren; her step-daughter, Alice GILBERT of Kahoka, MO; and her caregivers, Lillian Rowe, Cecelia Latham, Louise and Glenda Callaway. Mrs. BARNES was preceded in death by her husband, and her stepson, Ralph BARNES. Services were held at the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home in Bull Shoals with Dr. Fred Taylor officiating. Memorials may be given to the Bull Shoals Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were by the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors in Bull Shoals. Kirby-Boaz and the United States Forest Service have provided for the planting of a tree as a living memorial and tribute to Lucie Isobel Barnes (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Nora A. JEFFERSON, 81, Yellville Nora A. Jefferson, age 81, of Yellville, died. Feb. 23, 2000 at her home. Mrs. Jefferson was born Feb. 7, 1919 in Advance, AR, the daughter of Charlie and Malissa (YOCHAM) BELL. On Jan. 22, 1938 she was united in marriage with Roscoe JEFFERSON. She was a homemaker and a member of the Yellville First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Roscoe, of the home; her son, Truman Jefferson, of Pyatt; her daughters, Jessie ADAMS of Yellville, Shirley COX of Flippin and Carol June JEFFERSON of Yellville; her sister, Cara FERGUSON of Yellville; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Jefferson was preceded in death by her parents, and her son, Marlin on Mar. 8, 1978. Services were held at t the Yellville First Baptist Church with Bro. Tim Cypert officiating. Burial was at the Layton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Glen Adams, Steve Gilley, Galen Cox, Randy White, Buddy King, Patrick Skinner, Brad Jefferson and Scot Voight. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Harriet A. DEROHAN, 83, Wisconsin Harriet A. DeRohan, age 83, formerly of Yellville, died Feb. 25, 2000 at the Sun Prairie Health Care Center in Sun Prairie, WI. Mrs. DeRohan was born Dec. 25, 1916 in Waukegan, IL the daughter of Harry and Delia (UNGER) BARNES. On Apr. 26, 1941 she was united in marriage with Frederick DEROHAN in Waukegan, IL. He preceded her in death on June 18, 1995. Survivors include her daughter, Gail BAMBROUGH of Pleasant Prairie, WI; her sons, William DeRohan and his wife, Bette of Wallingford, CT, Richard DeRohan and his wife, Nancy of Waukegan, John DeRohan and his wife, Dottie of Sun Prairie and Michael DeRohan and his wife, Ruth GONZALES of Zion, IL; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Besides her husband, Mrs. DeRohan was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Richard. A memorial service was held at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Waukegan, IL with Rev. Brad Lutz officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church in Yellville. Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral Home in Sun Prairie, WI was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt Echo Staff)
Phillip GANGEMI, Jr., Yellville Phillip GANGEMI, Jr., of Yellville, died Feb. 25, 2000. Mr. GANGEMI was born July 28, 1915 the son of Phillip and Frances (MONFORD) GANGEMI. He was a retired United States Air Force Colonel and served during World War II, Korean Conflict and Vietnam. Survivors include his sister, Frances INDY of Newport Richy, FL. No services were scheduled. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Billie V. PANGLE, Jr., 48, California Billie Vernon Pangle, Jr., age 48, of Calexico, CA died Feb. 26, 2000 at Calexico. Mr. Pangle was born Jan. 3, 1952 in Brawley, CA. On June 27, 1986 he was united in marriage with Luz URQUIDEZ in El Centro, CA. Mr. Pangle graduated from Central Union High School in El Centro, CA in 1969. He was an active member of the High School Band, in which he played the tuba. He graduated Mar. 23, 1977 from the University of California with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, and on May 29, 1997 he received his Master of Arts in Education from San Diego State University, he nearly completed the Administrative Services Credential program at San Diego State University. Mr. Pangle was a member of the Imperial Valley Toastmasters and the Native Sons of the Golden West during the 1980s. He was a Peace Corp Volunteer for two years in the Dominican Republic from 1977 to 1979; a member of the Program Quality Review Team for the Imperial County Office of Education; a tuba player for the Imperial Valley College Band and the Yuha Impact Brass Quintet during the last year; and an active member of the Calvary Church in El Centro, CA. Mr. Pangle was an elementary school teacher in the bilingual program in the Calexico Unified School District from 1986 to 2000. This district included the Mains and Rockwood Elementary Schools. He had been a GATE teacher for the Calexico School District for the last two years. Mr. Pangle was highly respected and loved by students, staff and parents of the Calexico Unified School District as well as family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Luz PANGLE of Calexico; his daughters, Amanda and Alyssa PANGLE of Calexico; his son, Jorge PANGLE, of Tennessee; his father, Billie V. PANGLE of Yellville; his sister, Allison PANGLE of Carlsbad, NM; his brothers, Roland Scott and Kevin PANGLE, both of Yellville; his granddaughters, Lovelynn and Kyraina Pangle of Tennessee; five nieces and one nephew. Services were held at the Hem Brothers Chapel in Calexico with Pete Mallinger of Calvary Chapel in El Centro officiating. Burial was at the Mountain View Cemetery in Calexico. Hems Brothers Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
David Benton, age 41 of Victorville, CA died Feb. 26, 2000 at his home.
Mr. Benton was born July 3, 1958 in Yellville, the son of Jay D. and Fern (Wells) Benton.
Mr. Benton was a 1977 graduate of Flippin High School and a member of the Victorville Church of God. He was a foreman for the Frito-Lay Company.
Survivors include his wife, Roberta Benton of the home; his sons, David Benton, Jr. of Victorville, and Christopher Benton of Victorville; his daughter, Jessica Benton of Victorville; his mother, Fern Benton of Flippin; his brothers, Everett Benton of VanCouver, WA, Lennie Benton, of Memphis, TN and Bert Benton of Flippin; and his sister, Peggy Benton of Little Rock, AR.
Mr. Benton was preceded in death by his father, Jay D. Benton on Sept. 2, 1982.
Services were held at the Desert View Memorial and Mortuary Funeral Home in Victorville. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Eula MCKINNEY HARRIS, 99, Flippin Eula McKinney Harris, age 99, of Flippin, died Feb. 28, 2000 in Mountain Home. Mrs. Harris was born July 30, 1900 in Yellville, the daughter of John and Martha Jane (BAILEY) McKinney. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her sons, James F. "Spec" Harris of Flippin, Gary G. Harris of Noel, MO; her daughter, Alice Geneva WILLIAMS of Colorado Springs, CO; her sisters, Osie GAROFALO of Summit; Ruby DRIEISEE of Ponca City, OK and Iva SANCHEZ of Knob Noster, MO; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Harris was preceded in death by seven siblings, two daughters and one granddaughter. Services were held at the Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Kyle Jefferson officiating. Burial was at the Flippin Cemetery. Burns Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Submitted by Dawn Gray Mt. Echo Staff)
Marion County, AR - 2000s Obituaries