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BABCOCK S. H. MRS. UNK 1 2 1909 JONESBORO
1-15-1909 The news of the death of Mrs.S.H.Babcock at Jonesboro on Jan.2,1909 was received here a few days later with deep regret by a large circle of friends. She was the mother of Rev.Sidney H.Babcock, formerly pastor of the M.E.church here, and a widely known and noble woman, whose lovely Christian character was admired by all who knew her. 1-15-1909
BABER E. E. MRS UNK 9 1 1912 WALNUT RIDGE
Mrs.J.F.Bass and little son Paul returned Wednesday from Walnut Ridge, where they had been attending the bedside of her mother, Mrs.E.E.Baber, who passed away Sunday morning, Sep.1,1912. Mrs.Baber had been ill for about three months. She was buried Monday in the Walnut Ridge cemetery. 9-6-1912
BABITSCH MARY L. MRS. COONEY 12 21 1943 1 22 2003 COONEY CEMETERY
Mrs. Mary L. Cooney Babitsch, age 59, of Hardy, died Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2003, at White River Medical Center in Batesville.Mrs. Babitsch was born Dec. 21, 1943, in Pittsburgh, Penn., the daughter of Eugene H. Cooney and Nina Mae Cooney. She was a homemaker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Evening Shade.Mrs. Babitsch is survived by a daughter, Mary Jean Dennis of Hardy; one brother, Eugene Thomas Cooney of Wirth; a sister Dorothy Mae Peterson of Evening Shade; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Graveside services will be held on Friday, Jan. 24, 2003, at 2 p.m. at the Cooney Cemetery near Williford with Bro. Carl Higgs officiating. Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City is in charge of all arrangements
BADY JOHN UNK 6 5 1897 FCTIMES
Maggie Bady, wife of desperado John Bady, who died in the jail Saturday afternoon, is at home of friends in a precarious conditions. During her husband's incarceration, she attended him at intervals, until one day when she left him, saying she was going to get him something. The next heard of her, she was several miles west of town in L'anguille bottoms, wandering aimlessly in the woods. She was brought to town and cared for by Sidmon Rodgers, whom, on one occasion her husband had threatened to kill over some trifling matter.DATED 6-11-1897
BAILES ELI 5 11 1849 11 21 1910 HUGHES PIONEER
News reached our office Wednesday from Little Rock that Mr.Eli Bailes, an old citizen of this country, occurred in the hospital, where he had been under treatment for some time. The remains were brought to this city yesterday and interred in the Hughes Cemetery.
BAILEY LINDA MRS. HOUSE 9 9 1953 9 11 2000 CASTEEL
Mrs. Linda House Bailey, age 47, of Forrest City, died Monday, Sept. 11, 2000, at her home. Mrs. Bailey was born Sept. 9, 1953 in Forrest City. She was the daughter of Samuel House and Satiria Barnes House. Mrs. Bailey is survived by three daughters, Juanita House of Forrest City, Tina Avant, Sharon Anderson, both of Rockford, Ill; one son, John Stringfellow, of Little Rock; four sisters, Essie Harris, of Blytheville, Samella Terry, of Rockford Ill., Satiri Braxton, Marcella House, both of Little Rock; four brothers, Al House, Bradley House, both of Forrest City, Edward House, of Jacksonville, Fla., Willie House, of Little Rock; and 11 grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bailey will be Friday, Sept. 15, 2000, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the chapel of Woodhouse Funeral Home. A wake will also take place on Friday, Sept. 15, 2000 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2000, with funeral services starting at 2 p.m. at United Christian M. B. Church, with Rev. Charles Latham officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse mortuary.
BAILEY ROSIE FAY 3 10 1934 12 18 2005 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Rosie Fay Bailey, age 71, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2005.Mrs. Bailey was born March 10, 1934, in Widener. She was a retired custodian at the St. Francis County Courthouse and is survived by her husband, Columbus Bailey of Forrest City; two daughters, Dorothy Coleman of St. Louis, Mo. and Doreen Powell of Forrest City; a sister, Annie Mae Coulter of Forrest City; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at 10 a.m. at United Christian M.B. Church with Rev. Norris Latham Jr. officiating. Burial followed in Forrest City Cemetery. Clay Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
BAILEY RUTH MAE MRS. LUCAS 2 28 1922 3 15 2004 COGBILL CEMETERY
Mrs. Ruth Mae "Tommie" Lucas Bailey, Feb. 28, 1922, in Monticello, Ala ,age 82, of Forrest City and formerly a longtime resident of Parkin, died Monday, March 15, 2004, at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Bailey was born Feb. 28, 1922, in Monticello, Ala., the daughter of the late Sylvester Lucas and Myrtle Northcutt Lucas. She attended school in Parkin and lived there for most of her life until moving to Forrest City three years ago. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church in Parkin.Mrs. Bailey married William Roy "Bill" Bailey in 1960 and he preceded her in death in 1997. She is survived by a son, John Hampton of Wynne; two daughters, Mary Alice Laws of Forrest City and Johnnie Barnes of Parkin; a brother, Dean Lucas of Parkin; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters and a granddaughter, Gwen Sams.Visitation for Mrs. Bailey will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2004, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2004, at 10 a.m., graveside in Cogbill Cemetery in Wynne with Mr. Albert Lewis officiating.-PER SSDI:RUTH BAILEY 28 Feb 1923 15 Mar 2004 (V) 72336 (Forrest City
BAILEY SHEILA ANN MS. 5 18 1967 9 15 2007 SCOTT BOND
Ms. Shelia Ann Bailey, age 40, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007. Ms. Bailey was born May 8, 1967, in Forrest City and was a production worker for Hino. She is survived by her father, Virgil Lee Cothran of Kansas City, Mo.; two sons, Mario Bailey of Forrest City and Allen Nash of Dallas, Texas; a daughter, Jakayla Reynolds of Forrest City; three brothers, Randy Bailey of Cleveland, Ohio, Larry Bailey of Forrest City and Michael Bailey of Phoenix, Ariz. and a sister, Annette Cothran of Cleveland, Ohio. Visitation for Ms. Bailey will be held on Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery. Published: 2007-09-20
BAILEY TOLIESE MRS. ARMSTRONG 10 26 1922 5 27 2007 HARRIS CHAPEL
WYNNE -- Toliese Armstrong Bailey, 84, of Harris Chapel Community in WYNNE, a retired Foreign Service employee of the State Department in Washington, D.C., died Sunday, May 27, in WYNNE. She was a member of Harris Chapel Baptist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors are aunts, Ruby Sullivan Davis of Memphis and Estelle Sullivan of WYNNE; and 12 cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Graveside services will be today at 11 a.m. in Harris Chapel Cemetery at WYNNE.
BAILEY VERA MARIE MRS. PEOPLES 4 18 1918 7 28 2004 CASTEEL
Mrs. Vera Marie Peoples Bailey, age 86 of Forrest City, Arkansas, died Wednesday, July 28, 2004. Mrs. Bailey, the daughter of Alpheus and Octie Peoples, was born April 18, 1918, in Forrest City.She attended Lincoln High School and later became the oldest member to attend that school's reunion. She attended A.M.&N. College in Pine Bluff to enhance her seamstress ability. She worked in several vocations during her lifetime including a domestic engineering, as well as an employee at the Cotton Gin and Compress. She married Mr. Sylvester Bailey in 1938 and later bore nine children; of which three died shortly after birth.Mrs. Bailey is survived by six (6) children; Clifton (LaVerne) Bailey and Rebecca Lewis (Thomas) Jones of Forrest City, Charlean (Willie Raye) Dickson of Upland, CA, Jean (Norman) Woods of Pomona, CA, Jeanetta (Theo) Hamiter of Indianapolis, IN, and Oneida (Wayne) Wilson of San Jose, CA,; eighteen (18) grand-children, and thirty-three (33) great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister; Eloise Peoples Lyons of Thompson, Ohio and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.Memorial services will be held on Monday, August 2, 2004, at 5:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church located at 306 East Cross Street, Forrest City, AR. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, August 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church; Rev; S. W. Baker, Pastor. Burial services will follow at the Castell Cemetery under the direction of Peoples Funeral Home.
BAKER ALBERTA RACHEL MRS. 11 17 1930 11 5 2005 NEW HOPE CEMETERY
Mrs. Alberta Rachel Baker, age 74, of Holly Grove, died Saturday, Nov. 5, 2005, at St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center in Little Rock.Mrs. Baker, born Nov. 17, 1930, in Holly Grove, was a retired teacher in the Neptune School District. She is survived by a son, Therman A. Baker Jr. of Washington D.C.; two brothers, Theodore R. Johnson of Holly Grove and Wesley Johnson of Sacramento, Calif.; two sisters, Johnnie B. Baker of Forrest City and Imogene Smith of North Little Rock ; and one grandchild.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held on Friday, Nov. 11, 2005 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2005, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Holly Grove with Pastor Kevin Anderson officiating. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Holly Grove.
BAKER AUGUSTA T. MRS. 11 12 1925 5 9 2004 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Augusta T. Baker, age 78, of Forrest City, died Sunday, May 9, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis.Mrs. Baker was born Nov. 12, 1925, in Round Pond. She was a retired cook and is survived by her husband, Johnnie Baker of Memphis; five sons, Larry Baker of Anniston, Ala., James Baker, Levon Baker and Melvin Baker all of Memphis, and Johnnie Baker Jr. of Forrest City; three daughters, Eunice Cox and Cynthia Marshall both of Memphis and Doris Jefferies of Harvey, Ill. She is also survived by a brother, Tom Thomas Jr. of Compton, Calif.; three sisters, Lucinda Johnson of Forrest City, Stella Barton of Compton, Calif. and Gracie Dudley of Cleveland, Ohio; 24 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held on Friday, May 14, 2004, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home and on Saturday, May 15, 2004, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Beth Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at the church on Saturday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Oscar Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.
BAKER BETTY LOU MISS NICHOLS 6 8 1934 8 15 2004 BELL CEMETERY
Ms. Betty Lou Coleman Baker, age 70, of Palestine, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2004, at her home in Palestine.Ms. Baker, born June 8,1934, in Forrest City, was the daughter of Gamble Lee Nichols and Audrey Hunt Nichols Fickle. She lived in Palestine for most of her life and was retired from Sanyo Manufacturing Corporation. She was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church and attended the Old Fashion Baptist Church in Palestine.Ms. Baker is survived by two sons, Michael Coleman Sr., of Colt and Jerry Leon Coleman Sr., of Forrest City; one daughter, Brenda Sue Joy of Heber Springs; eight grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Ms. Baker will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2004, at 2 p.m. in Stevens Chapel with burial following in Bell Cemetery.
BAKER BETTY MRS. GALLOWAY 12 25 1924 3 4 2005 FPARK
Mrs. Betty Galloway Baker, age 80, of Rockledge, Florida, died Friday, March 4, 2005, in Melbourne, Florida.Mrs. Baker was born December 25, 1924, in Forrest City, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Frank Galloway and Ocie Lee Fitzsimmons.Mrs. Baker was married to Henry Nash Baker Sr., and he preceded her in death in 2003. She is survived by two sons, Floyd P. Gibbons II and wife Sue of Hot Springs, Henry Nash Baker Jr. and wife Jackie of Gulf Breeze, Florida; a daughter, Dorothy Gail Jordan and husband Michael of Finley, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Kaysee, Tracy and Mason Baker, Michael G., and Justin Jordan, Floyd P. III, Tim, Terry and Michael Gibbons. She is also survived by three great grandchildren, Tyler, Kyle and Timothy Gibbons.Graveside services will be Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral home Tuesday. Under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BAKER BILLIE SUE MRS. NASH 1928 3 19 2003 WHEATLEY
LITTLE ROCK -- Billie Sue Nash Baker, 75, of Little Rock died Wednesday, March 19. 2003 Born in Wheatley, she was a homemaker and attended Little Rock Junior College. She also worked as a bookkeeper for an area wholesale business and the Arkansas Wildlife Federation. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and participated in the Altar Guild and the Triune Sunday school class. Survivors include one son, Richard Baker of Jonesboro; three daughters, Charlotte Carlson of Jamestown, N.Y., Karen Buchanan and Donna Sward, both of Little Rock; two sisters, Betty Jo Mason of Wheatley and Loretta Bennett of FORREST CITY; three brothers, Ronald Nash of Hot Springs, Bob Nash of Damascus and Freeland Nash of Brinkley; eight grandchildren, Matthew Baker of Jonesboro, Heather Carlson Buffone of Jamestown, Heidi Carlson Jeziorski of Texarkana, Texas, Robin Baker, Kyle Buchanan, Kendall Buchanan, Brita Sward and Erik Sward, all of Little Rock; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home chapel in Little Rock, with the Rev. Louann Murphy officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery at Wheatley.
BAKER GLENDA JEAN MS. 1940 10 25 2003 FPARK
Ms. Glenda Jean Baker, age 63, of Marion, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Baker was a retired escort driver for Hales Escort Service and a member of the Faith Baptist Church in Forrest City. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Margaret Coulston of Hornlake, Miss; two sons, Wesley Wayne Baker of Marion and George J. Baker of Salem; four sisters, Lucille Hardin of Memphis, Joann Hardin of Worth, Ill., Willie Mae Calhoun of West Memphis and Tinnie McDowell of Cookville, Tenn.; nine grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.Visitation for Ms. Baker will be held on Friday, Oct. 17, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2003, at 10 a.m. at the Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery
BAKER HASSIE LORENE MRS GRAY 7 27 1927 11 15 2003 HUGHES
Mrs. Hassie Lorene Gray Baker, age 76, of Royse City, Texas, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Baker, born July 27, 1927, in Colt, was the daughter of Jim Gray and Marie Austin Gray. She lived in North Little Rock until moving to Texas in February and was a retired restaurant owner and a member of West Side Baptist Church in Jacksonville.Mrs. Baker is survived by two sons, Orie Wilson Jr. and Terry Clary, both of North Little Rock; one daughter, Sharilyn Zupan of Royse City, Texas; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Hughes Cemetery.
BAKER HENRY NASH 4 8 1913 11 17 2003 FPARK VET-WWII
Mr. Henry Nash Baker, age 90, of Rockledge, Fla., and formerly of Memphis and Forrest City, died Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, at his home.Mr. Baker was born April 8, 1913, in Bowen, Ill., the son of Samuel A. Baker and Ethel Nash Baker. He was the owner of Baker Reality Properties in Brevard County, Fla. He was retired from International Harvester after 34 years, was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Memphis. Mr. Baker was a former member of the Jaycees, Colonial Country Club and the Memphis Yacht Club. He was a graduate of the University of Illinois and a veteran of World War II.Mr. Baker married Betty Galloway Baker and she survives him along with two sons, Henry Nash Baker Jr. of Gulf Breeze, Fla. and Floyd P. Gibbons of Hot Springs; a daughter, Gail Gibbons Jordan of Findley, Ohio; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Graveside services will be held on Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements
BAKER IDA P. MRS. GREENLEE 6 23 1903 2 10 2002 EVERGREEN
Mrs. Ida P. Baker, age 98, of Gary, Ind., formerly of Forrest City, died Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002, at Methodist Hospital NorthlakeMrs. Baker was born June 23, 1903, in Widener, and was the daughter of the late Tom and Armette Greenlee. She retired after serving 48 years as a principal in the St. Francis County School systems and was a member of the CME Church where she was on the missionary board.Mrs. Baker was preceded in death by her husbands, Joseph Pennington and Emmitt Baker; a son; two sisters; two brothers and two granddaughters.She is survived by six sons, Terry Pennington of Gary, Ind., Percy Pennington of Chicago, Ill., Emmett Baker of St. Louis, Mo., Albert Baker of Richmond, Calif., A.D. Baker of New York, N.Y. and Emery Baker of Aurora, Ill.; two daughters, Susie Clay and Estelle Jackson, both of Memphis; a sister, Armetta Davis of Gary, Ind.; 28 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held Thursday, Feb. 14, 2002, from 12 to 8 p.m., with family hour from 7 to 8 p.m., at Guy and Allen Funeral Chapel. Funeral services for Mrs. Baker will be conducted on Friday, Feb. 15, 2002, at 2 p.m., at the Israel CME Church, with Rev. Dr. Nicholas Betts officiating the service. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Guy and Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.
BAKER LEAR MRS. SMITH 6 4 1922 8 21 2001 CASTEEL
Mrs. Lear Baker, age 79, of Madison, died Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Baker, born June 4, 1922, in St. Francis County, was the daughter of Wylie Smith and Mary Martin Smith. She was retired from Sanyo.Mrs. Baker is survived by five daughters, Lue Vingue Hawkins, Verlean Davis and Alma Wright, all of Madison, Annie Mae Owens and Patricia Smith, both of Stockton, Calif.; four sons, Frankie Baker and Lenell Baker, both of Detroit, Mich., Theodis Smith of Little Rock and Tesell Smith of Kennett, Mo.; two sisters, Rachel Long and Edith White, both of Madison; a brother, James Smith of Washington, D.C.; 32 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held Friday, Aug. 24, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Cornerstone M.B. Church with Rev. Lenell Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BAKER LENA VERNEAL MRS. JACOBS 1916 11 25 1999 WOODMAN
Lena Verneal Jacobs Baker, 83, of McCrory died Thursday, Nov. 25, 1999, at her home. Mrs. Baker was a charter member of Faith Baptist Church in McCrory, a homemaker and a lifelong resident of McCrory. She is survived by three sons, Joe Baker and Edgar Lee Baker Jr. both of McCrory and Lloyd Baker of Pine Bluff; one daughter, Verneal King of Hot Springs; two brothers, Alfread Jacobs of Springdale and David Jacobs of Wynne; five sisters, Margaret Reynolds of Vanndale, Maxine Newland of Rancho Santa Marita, Calif., Lavern Robbins of Forrest City, Joyce Kay of Wynne and Alice Gaston of McCrory; 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Visitation was Friday, Nov. 26, at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Services were Saturday, Nov. 27, at Faith Baptist Church in McCrory with Brother Mike Johnson of Franklin, Indiana officiating. Burial followed at Woodman Cemetery with Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in charge of the arrangement.
BAKER MARCUS 6 16 1946 9 1 2000 BAKER FAMILY
Marcus Baker, 54, of Moro, died Friday, Sept. 1, 2000, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in North Little Rock. Mr. Baker was born June 16, 1946, in Moro to John Lee Baker and Carrie Hudson Baker. He was a 1964 graduate of Brinkley High School, was a Vietnam War Veteran and was retired from the United States Army. He was a Lutheran. Mr. Baker is survived by his mother, Carrie Hudson Baker, of Moro; a son, Marcus Loye Baker, of Clinton; a daughter, Melissa Cambron, of Clinton; two step-daughters, Rhonda Reighard, of Davenport, Iowa, and Lori Roach of Gurneville, Calif.; three brothers, John Baker, of Salem, Phillip Baker, of Holly Springs, Miss., Shane Baker, of Moro; seven sisters, Betty Hendrix, of Rosebud, Louise Best, Paula Holcomb, and Mary Hastings, all of Moro, Naomi Wallis, Joan McCoy, and Ruth Baker, all of Beebe; four grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. Graveside services for Mr. Baker were today at the Baker Family Cemetery in Moro with Mike Holcomb officiating. Funeral services were under the direction of Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home of Brinkley.
BAKER TONYA MRS. TAYLOR 8 13 1977 3 23 2003 WALNUT GROVE CEMETERY
Mrs. Tonya Taylor Baker, age 25, of Mountain View, died Sunday, March 23, 2003, at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center in Memphis.Mrs. Baker was born on August 13, 1977, the daughter of Travis "Sonny" Taylor and Deanna Raines. She was a housewife and a Baptist.Mrs. Baker is survived by her parents; her husband, Clarence Baker of Mountain View; three sons, Zackary Colbert of Hickory Ridge, Jacob Colbert of Forrest City and Caleb Baker of Wynne; three daughters, Taylor Colbert and Mary Margaret "Molly" Baker both of the home and Caitlin Baker of Wynne; two brothers, Jason Taylor of Forrest City and Chuck Taylor of Wynne, and one sister, Sarah Katie Taylor of Wynne.Visitation for Mrs. Baker will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 28, 2003, at 2 p.m. in Morgan Chapel with Bro. Gary Woodard of Madison Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery near Wynne.
BAKER W. K. UNK 6 1912 CROSS COUNTY
The remains of Mr.W.K.Baker, who for a number of years the postmaster at Wynne, passed through the city Tuesday enroute to his home in Cross County for interment. For the past four or five years, he had been living with his daughter's family, Mr.& Mrs.C.P.Austin, in Pine Bluff, where he died the first of the week after a brief illness.
BALDWIN ARTHUR W. 6 19 1934 1 1 2001 STEVENS FUNERAL HOME
Mr. Arthur W. Baldwin, age 67, of Colt, died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2001, at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Baldwin was born June 19, 1934, in Tennessee, and was the son of Louis W. Baldwin and Daisy Clement Baldwin. He lived in St. Francis County most of his life, was a carpenter, and attended the Old Time Pentecostal Church.Mr. Baldwin married Mecial Sanders in 1959, and she survives him along with two sons, Darryl Baldwin of Shearerville and Lewis Baldwin of Colt; a daughter, Kimberly Scott of Colt; his mother, Daisy Baldwin of West Memphis; two brothers, Donald Baldwin of West Memphis and Louis Baldwin of Houston, Miss.; four sisters, Effie Colvin of Memphis, Betty Weatherford of Tennessee, Cora Baldwin and Dora Poole, both of Mississippi and four grandchildren.
BALDWIN JESSE LEE 3 25 1944 10 4 2005 SHADY GROVE USARMY VIETNAM
Jesse Lee Baldwin, 61, of Forrest City, died Tuesday morning, October 4, 2005 at the VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee after a brief illness.He was born March 25, 1944 in Forrest City, Arkansas to Ernest Baldwin and Fannie Mae Smith Baldwin. He was the third child born to this union."JB" or "Papa Yank", as he was affectionately known, was a lifelong member of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Forrest City.Jesse was a 1962 graduate of Lincoln High School in Forrest City. After graduating high school, he was drafted in the United States Army. He served in the Vietnam Conflict from 1965 to 1967.Jesse was a longtime business owner in Forrest City. He was the former owner of South Gate Auto Sales and the Players Palace Social Club.Jesse enjoyed traveling, fishing and the entertainment industry. He was also a lover of all dogs. He was a member of the Forrest City Sports Club and the Disabled Veterans of America Chapter 37.Survivors are his wife of twenty-four years, Shirley Baldwin, of Forrest City, AR; a son, Justin D. Baldwin, of Forrest City, AR; four special loved ones, Kelvin (Latrice) Williams, of Forrest City, AR, Jackie Buchanan, of Little Rock, AR, Darryl Baldwin of Cleveland, OH and Darryl Edwards, of Chicago, IL; two brothers, Eddie (Sadie) Baldwin and Gene Howling, both of Forrest City, AR; five sisters, Allie (Andrew) Anderson, of Winter Garden, FL, Arzella George, Lendora Hawkins and Stella Baldwin, all of Gary, IN, and Mary Satterwhite, of Forrest City, AR; his mother in law, Vadie Smith, of Forrest City, AR and a host of other relatives and friends.A wake will be held Friday, October 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 1 South in Forrest City. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 8 at 2 p.m. at Shady Grove Baptist Church in Forrest City. Reverend James Brooks will be officiating. Burial will be at Shady Grove Cemetery in Forrest City by Branscumb Johnson & Gilchrest Funeral Home of Brinkley 870-734-2772.
BALDWIN MECIAL MABEL MRS. SANDERS 4 22 1940 10 29 2005 MEMORIAL SERVICE
Mrs. Mecial Mabel Baldwin age 65, of Colt, Arkansas, died Saturday, October, 29, 2005, in Jonesboro.Mrs. Baldwin was born April 22, 1940, in Alabama. She was the daughter of Otto Kenneth Sanders and Mabel Irene Keenum. She had lived in West Memphis before moving to Colt four years ago. She was a waitress and a member of Pine Tree Baptist Church.Mrs. Baldwin married Arthur Baldwin in 1959, and he preceded her in death in 2002. She is survived by a daughter, Kimberly Scott of Colt; two sons, Darryl Baldwin of West Memphis and Lewis Baldwin of Colt; four grandchildren, Darryl Baldwin Jr. of Lubbock, Texas, Aubrey Wayne Scott of Widener, William Andrew Baldwin of Colt and Layton Scott of Colt.The family will be having a memorial service at a later date. Under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BALDWIN THEODORE 1 13 1918 10 31 2001 Radiant Life in Christ Apostolic Church in St. Louis, Mo.,
Mr. Theodore Baldwin, age 83, of Missouri, died Thursday, Oct. 31.2001.Mr. Baldwin, born Jan. 13, 1918, in Forrest City, was the son John Henry Baldwin and Bessie Beans-Baldwin. He was a member of Upon the Rock Church in O'Fallon, Mo. and was a Christian by faith. He was a retiree from Swift Packing Company where he worked as a food processor and was also the owner of several businesses, including a restaurant and ice-cream parlor.In 1936, Mr. Baldwin married Senella Patton, who preceded him in death. He is survived by six daughters, Bessie Hester, Elder Ella Baldwin, Gloria Dunlap, Catherine Spraggins, Cynthia Petty and Vanessa Baldwin; five sons, Jimmy Draggs, Larry Baldwin, Billy Baldwin, Leon Baldwin and Gregory Baldwin; 39 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Mr. Baldwin was preceded in death by seven children, Theodore Baldwin Jr., Calvin Baldwin, Kevin Baldwin, Raymond Baldwin, Henry Baldwin, Berlin Baldwin and Melvin Baldwin.Funeral services for Mr. Baldwin were held Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002, at Radiant Life in Christ Apostolic Church in St. Louis, Mo., with Pastor Illona Dickson officiating.
BALDWIN THOMAS JOSEPH 6 17 1948 3 7 2002 MT.VERNON CEMETERY VIETNAM VET
Mr. Thomas Joseph Baldwin, age 53, of Salt Lake City, Utah, and San Carlos, Mexico, died Thursday, March 7, 2002, in Hermosillo, Mexico.Mr. Baldwin was born June 17, 1948 in Jonesboro, and was the son of William T. Baldwin Jr. and Violet Dowless Baldwin. He was retired from the Salt Lake City Tribune, was a Methodist and a veteran of Vietnam.Mr. Baldwin is survived by his parents; a brother, David S. Baldwin of Forrest City; and a sister, Dian Bacon of Fayetteville.Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.
BALDWIN WAYVONE MRS. BRIMMAGE 4 20 1935 6 12 2003 BELL
Mrs. Wayvone Baldwin, age 68, of Forrest City, died early Thursday morning, June 12, 2003, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Born April 20, 1935, in Lee County, to Joseph Vernon and Dorothy Story Brimmage, she was a retired medical lab technician and a member of the Colt Baptist Church.She was proceded in death by her husband, Allen Baldwin, in 1971, and one son, David Baldwin, in 1983.Mrs. Baldwin is survived by two sons, Rodney and Carl Baldwin, both of Wynne; one daughter, Debbie Engler of Wheatley; three brothers, Larry Grimes of Shreveport, LA, Nick Grimes of Memphis, and Keith Grimes of Houston, TX, three sisters, Wilma Jean Stidham of Kansas City, KS, Billie Ross of Palestine, and Rhonda Bryant of Memphis; three grandchildren, John and Lance Young, Allen Doane; and three great-grandchildren, Kayla, Sierra and Charlie Doane. Visitation is scheduled for Friday evening, June 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Morgan Chapel. Funeral services for Mrs. Baldwin will be Saturday afternoon, June 14, at 2:00 p.m. at the Midway Baptist Church in Palestine, with Bro. Ken Walls officiating. Burial will follow at Bell Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BALL JOSEPH 8 29 1979 12 9 2005 LOUGHRIDGE
Joseph "Joey" Ball Birth: Aug. 29, 1979 Forrest CitySt. Francis County, Arkansas, USA Death: Dec. 9, 2005 Memphis Shelby County Tennessee, USA Joey Ball of Wynne, died Friday, Dec. 9, 2005 at Memphis. He was 26 years old.Services were held at Kernodle Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m., Wed., Dec. 14, 2005 with Rev. Ervin Mooney officiating. Burial followed in Loughridge Cemetery, Wynne.He was born Aug. 29, 1979 in Forrest City. He was a boat operator.Mr. Ball was a long time resident of Cross County. He was a member of the Harris Chapel Baptist Church. He graduated from Wynne High School in 1998.Survivors include his parent: Howard and Cynthia Ball of Wynne, Louis and Carolyn Pugh of Forrest City; grandparents: J.W. and Margie Armstrong of Forrest City; grandmother: Laverne Ball of Wynne; half-brother: Timothy Pugh of Forrest City; sister: Ashley Pugh of Forrest City; step-sister: Sherry McCoy of Wynne.He was preceded in death by his grandparents: George and Marie Pugh; step-brother, James Howard Ball; and grandfather: Lloyd Ball.The family requests memorials be sent to St. Jude's Childrens Research, Memphis, Tennessee.Kernodle Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. STONE
BALL WILMA ANNA MRS. NIXON 4 25 1922 5 25 2002 VANNDALE CEMETERY
Mrs. Wilma Anna Gertrude Nixon Ball, age 80, of Wynne, died Saturday, May 25, 2002, at Wynwood Nursing Center in Wynne.Mrs. Ball, a retired employee of Addison Shoe Company, was born April 25, 1922, in Cherry Valley and was the daughter of Marvin V. Nixon and Ethel Walls Nixon. She was a life long resident of Cross County and was a member of the Church of God in Cherry Valley.In 1941, Mrs. Ball married Johnnie Ball of Cherry Valley and he survives her, along with, four sons, Lawrence "Sonny" Ball of Wynne, Dale Ball of Colt, Doyle Ball of Forrest City and Jay Ball of Cherry Valley; a daughter, Shirley Johnston of Arlington, Tenn.; two sisters, Elouise Everhart of Trumann and Marvella Nixon of Halls, Tenn.; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Ball was preceded in death by a daughter, Judy Ball and two brothers Milton Nixon and Gene Nixon.Visitation for Mrs. Ball will be held Monday, May 27, 2002 at the chapel of Thomson-Wilson Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. Funeral services for Mrs. Ball will be held Tuesday, May 28, 2002, at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne with Bro. Sam Willis of Wynne officiating, assisted by Rev. J.T. Baskins. Burial will follow in the Vanndale Cemetery in Vanndale under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne
BANKS A. A. 3 7 1923 10 8 2001 BASSETT CEMETERY
Mr. A.A. "Shug" Banks, age 78, of Blytheville, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Blytheville.Mr. Banks was born March 7, 1923, in Memphis and was the son of Charles R. and Mayme Johnson Banks. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was a lifelong Mississippi County resident. Mr. Banks was a farmer, ginner and banker, a lifetime member of Mississippi County Farm Bureau and a former partner of the Independent Gin Co. He was also a member of the board of directors of the First Delta Bank. He served has county judge for 10 terms, was past president of the Arkansas County Judge's Association and founder, served first president of the Arkansas Association of Counties, was a director of National Association of County Officials and participated in many other associations.He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lucille Pittman Banks of the home; two sons, Charles A. "Chuck" Banks of Little Rock and William B. "Brett" Banks of Tyronza and three grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Banks will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001, at 10:30 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Blytheville, with Rev. Pam Estes officiating the service. Burial will follow in Bassett Cemetery under the direction of Cobb Funeral Home of Blytheville.
BANKS ANDREW 12 16 1948 11 26 2004 CASTEEL
Mr. Andrew "Kido" Banks, age 55, of Forrest City, died Friday, Nov. 26, 2004, at his home. Mr. Banks was born Dec. 16, 1948, in Forrest City, the son of Amos Banks and Dorothy McDowell Banks.Mr. Banks is survived by both his parents of Forrest City; nine sisters, Emma McDaniel of Newark, Calif., Annie Doyle of Palestine, Relora Wilson, Mary Banks, Eva Defrance, Rosie Patton and Teresa Banks all of Forrest City, Patrice Burnside and Linda Banks both of Little Rock; and four brothers, Amos Banks Jr. of Blackjack, Mo., Arthur Banks and Adell Banks both of Memphis and Patrick Banks of Colt.Visitation for Mr. Banks will be held on Friday, Dec. 3, 2004, from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Pilgrim's Rest M.B. Church with Rev. Lee Hamilton Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BANKS EMMA JEAN MISS 12 23 1953 5 2 2008 CASTEEL
Ms. Emma Jean Banks, 54, of 2250 SFC 224, Forrest City, died Friday, May 2, 2008 at her home. Ms. Banks was born Dec. 23, 1953, in Forrest City, the daughter of Rebecca Banks and Rufus Banks Sr. She was retired as a teacher in the Forrest City School District. She is survived by both her parents of Forrest City; three brothers, Rufus Banks Jr. of Little Rock, Van Elliott Banks of Ola and Wendell Oliver Banks of Silver Springs, Mo. and two sisters, Mary Ann Williams of Little Rock and Cleora Lynne Banks of Loretto, Pa. Visitation for Ms. Banks will be held at Clay Funeral Home on Thursday, May 8, 2008, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 9, 2008, at 1 p.m. at Prosperity Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Wendell Banks officiating. Burial will following in Casteel Cemetery on U.S. Highway 70 West.Published: 2008-05-07
BANKS GENEVA V. MRS. 1921 3 23 2000 PARADISE GARDENS
Geneva Banks, age 79, of Heth, died Thursday, March 23, 2000, in her home. Mrs. Banks is survived by one sister, Zola Redman of Chicago, Ill. Visitation will be Thursday, March 30, 2000, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Kennedy Funeral Home. Services are Friday, March 31, 2000, at noon at Jesus Center Holiness Church in West Memphis with J. W. Holder officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Gardens in Edmondson under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home. B.APR.14,1921 PER SSDI
BANKS HENRY UNK 5 18 1904 UNKNOWN
Mr.C.H.Banks of Marianna, passed through the city Tuesday morning to visit his sick brother, Henry Banks in Memphis, who later died on Wednesday, May 18,1904. 5-20-1904
BANKS LARRY DONELL 6 6 1954 9 25 2002 GILL CEMETERY
Mr. Larry Donell Banks, age 48, of Marianna, died Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Banks was a line worker at Sanyo.Mr. Banks is survived by his daughter, Amber Banks of Atlanta, Ga.; a son, Larry Banks Jr. of Atlanta, Ga.; his mother, Vera Gipson; three sisters, Evelyn Shackford of Marianna, Relinda Davis of Moro, Alonda Harris of Chicago Ill.; six brothers, Maxie Banks of Helena, George Banks of Memphis, Victor Gipson of Florence, Ala., Robert Gipson, Little Rock, and Darye Ellis and Shaeen Ellis both of Chicago Ill.Visitation for Mr. Banks will be held Friday, Oct. 4, 2002, from 12 to 5 p.m. at J.E. Kennedy Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, 2002, at 1 p.m. at Lee Senior High School with Rev. Justin Doyel officiating. Burial will follow in Gill Cemetrey under the direction of J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
BARBER DOROTHY MRS. HARPER 1 22 1926 3 12 2008 FPARK
Mrs. Dorothy Harper Barber age 82, of Forrest City died Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at her home. Mrs. Barber was born Jan. 22, 1926 in Crawfordsville. She was the daughter of Guy Evelyn Harper and Irene Livingston Harper. She had made her home in Forrest City all of her life and was a housewife. Mrs. Barber was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Ladies Hospital Auxiliary and the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Mrs. Barber married Lloyd Edward Barber in 1947 and he preceded her in death in 1976. She is survived by a son, Lloyd Edward Barber Jr. of Conway; a daughter Linda Barber Carter of Forrest City; three grandchildren, Linda Anderson of Forrest City, Larry Carter Jr. of Marianna and Lloyd Barber III of Bryant. She is also survived by four great grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 10 a.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 at the funeral home Friday. Visit online registry at stevensfuneralhome.net. Under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. Published: 2008-03-13
BARBER FLOYD E. 1 15 1921 3 13 2001 FPARK IMAGE2912 USARMYAIRCORPS-SGT-WWII
SGT USARMY AIR CORPS-WWII-Mr. Floyd "Skeet" Barber, age 80, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, March 13, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Barber was born on Jan. 15, 1921, in Greenbrier. He was the son of Jess Earl Barber and Linda G. Fairchild Barber. Mr. Barber was retired from Eaton Yale and Town and was a veteran of WW II. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church.Mr. Barber married Robbie Louise Peevey in 1947 and she survives him along with one daughter, Debbie L. Bennett and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Lloyd Barber and one sister, Julia Kathleen Atterberry.Funeral services for Mr. Barber will be held on Thursday, March 15, 2001, at 2 p.m. in Stevens Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Forrest Park Cemetery, with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
BARBER GENE 4 30 1940 4 4 2007 BELL
Mr. Gene Barber, age 66, of Palestine, died Wednesday, April 4, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Barber was born April 30, 1940, in Turrell, the son of Joe Wright Barber and Mary Harmon Barber. He lived in Palestine for most of his life, was a welder for Forrest City Machine Works and Eaton Corporation and had been an auctioneer. Mr. Barber married Glenda Faye Hamrick in 1963, and she survives him along with three daughters, Donna Jean Lebouf of Palestine, Tina Marie Jaggers of Forrest City and Shelia Kay Smith of Melbourne; four sons, Douglas Eugene Barber and Mark Barber both of Columbus, Ohio, Chris Barber of Wynne and Tim Barber of Palestine; a brother, Charles Barber of Memphis; three sisters, Peggy Stuffelbean of St. Louis, Mo., Bessie Alexander and Georgie Lavin both of Sullivan, Mo.; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Mr. Barber will be held on Friday, April 6, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2007, graveside at 11 a.m. at Bell Cemetery in Palestine.Published: 2007-04-06
BARBER LAMAR 11 25 1925 10 25 2005 BELL VET-WWII BRONZE STAR & PURPLE HEART
Mr. Lamar Barber, age 79 of Palestine, died October 25, 2005. He was married to Betty Virginia (Clark) Barber in September of 1946. He was a member of the Palestine Cumberland Presbyterian Church and served as an Elder for 38 years. He served 5 years as clerk of the Arkansas Presbytery. He was born Nov. 15, 1925 in Warren, AR and was the son of Nathan L. and Lillie E. Barber. He served in the European Theater during World War II and was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He graduated from the U of A at Fayetteville with a BSE and MSE. He moved to Palestine in June 1954 and lived there the rest of his life. He served as Superintendent of the Palestine Schools for 31 years. He formed the Palestine Lions Club and served as its first President, he also served as Chairman of the Bell Cemetery Board for 10 years, as well as on the Palestine Water Commission for a number of years.Lamar loved showing horses, fishing, hunting, bowling, craft showing and traveling. During his tenure as Superintendent, there were several years that the Palestine Schools received the least amount of money to spend per student, of any district in Arkansas, because of this he did many jobs as Superintendent: drove a bus some years, taught math classes 14 years, coached basketball 2 years, served as bus mechanic 2 years, served as Elementary and High School Principals several years. He also drew the plans for and built several buildings, including the Gym.He is survived by his wife, Betty Barber; one daughter, Margaret Barber of Springdale, AR; one son, Nathan Barber of Russellville, AR; one brother, Kloice Barber of Conway, AR; one sister, Marion Crawford of Conway, AR; 2 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held at Stevens Home on Friday, October 28, 2005 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Services will be held on Saturday, October 29 at 2:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Thompson officiating. Interment will be in Bell Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. Memorials may be sent to the Palestine Cumberland Presbyterian Church or Bell Cemetery.
BARBER LEAH UNK 10 1911 UNKNOWN
DEATH=Official notice has arrived in Clerk Merwin's office of the death of Leah Barber, admitted from this county to the State Hospital for Nervous Diseases, Aug.28,1908. 10-27-1911
BARBER MARK 1 16 1961 1 21 2009 OHIO
Mr. Mark "Bubba" Barber, age 48, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Mt. Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Barber was born Jan. 16, 1961, in Sullivan, Mo., the son of the late Eugene and Martha Melton Barber. He is survived by two sons, Michael Marr and Mark Barber and many other family members and friends. Visitation for Mr. Barber will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, from 12 to 2 p.m. at Pfeifer Funeral Home in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, followed by the funeral services at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Pastor David Darst will officiate the services and burial will be held in Glen Rest Memorial Estates in Columbus, Ohio. Friends and family members can view the online guestbook at www.pfeiferfuneral.comPublished: 2009-01-23
BARBER ROBBIE LOUISE MRS. PEEVEY 3 11 1924 9 27 2004 FPARK IMAGE2911
Mrs. Robbie Louise Barber, age 80, of Forrest City, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Barber was born March 11, 1924, the daughter of Robert W. Peevey and Estelle Heath Peevey. She was a member of the Caldwell Baptist Church and a retired employee from Sanyo Manufacturing Corporation.Mrs. Barber is survived by her daughter, Debbie Bennett of Forrest City; two grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Floyd "Skeet" Barber.Visitation for Mrs. Barber will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside at Forrest Park Cemetery at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004, with Bro. Michael Hight officiating.
BARBER WILLIAM F. 11 19 1916 12 24 2004 BELL CEMETERY VET
Mr. William F. Barber, age 88, of Palestine, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2004, at Veterans Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Barber, born Nov. 19, 1916, was the son of Joe Barber and Mary Harmon Barber. He was a farmer and a member of the Old Fashion Baptist Church in Palestine.Mr. Barber is survived by four sons, Clarence Barber and Dilbert Barber, both of Forrest City, Rodney Barber of Rio Rancho, N.M., and Dwight Barber of Palestine; two step-sons, Aubrey Goodwin and Bobby Goodwin, both of Forrest City; four daughters, Mary Ann Peevey and Brenda St. Clair, both of Wynne; Sharon Kay Lewis of Palestine and Nellie Abram of Fayetteville; three brothers, Pallard Barber of Sullivan, Mo., Charles Barber of Memphis and Eugene Barber of Palestine; three sisters, Bessie Alexander and Georgia Lavin, both of Sullivan, Mo., and Peggy Stuffelbean of St. Louis, Mo.; 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Pearl Colvin Barber.Visitation for Mr. Barber will be held tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home . Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home, with Bro. Gary Malone officiating. Burial will follow at Bell Cemetery in Palestine.
BARD J. H. 1842 6 21 1903 OAK HILL
Death of J.H.Bard-The entire community was sincerely grieved last Monday when news was received of the death of Mr.J.H.Bard, one of the purest and best men of citizens. He had been in wretched health for several years, gradually becoming more feeble and weak. He died at his home on North Washington street Sunday night, June 21, 1903, and the remains were taken to Little Rock Monday morning and interred in the beautiful Oak Hill cemetery. The remains were accompanied by his wife, Mr.& Mrs.John Nichols, Judge and Mrs.N.W.Norton, Mr.& Mrs.Edward Roleson, Hon.Walter Gorman, and Judge John Gatling. The ceremonies were conducted by Rev.Mr.Lewis of Little Rock. He was 62 years of age, and had been an editor of a newspaper in Kentucky. The following biographical sketch is from the Souvenir Edition of the Times of March 11,1892, and gives a fairly good pen picture of his character. 6-26-1903
BARD J. H. 1842 6 21 1903 GOODSPEED
BIO:J.H.Bard is manager of the Western Union Telegraph Company's office in this city, and signal services officer of the United States government, having charge of the weather and turning out a quality equal to any of Uncle Sam's representatives. The subject of our sketch was born near Bardstown, Ky., on the very day that Grandpa Harrison died, which occurred just fifty years ago; consequently Mr.Bard was is fifty years old, and is also a grandpa. In his early youth, Mr.Bard learned the art of telegraphy, and has, like all telegraphers, seen service in all phases, having been manager at Bowling Green, Ky., Corinth, Miss., unreadable, Ark., Jackson, Tenn., and was placed in charge of the telegraph and signal station at this place in 1888, where he has remained. and no man has ever given so much satisfaction to the public or the company as Mr.Bard. His sterling worth, close attention to business, and courtesy have won him the highest esteem of all with whom he has come in contact. Mr.& Mrs.Bard have two children, one of whom, (Wllie) is night chief operator of the Little Rock office, and the other, (Addie), is the wife of Mr.John Nichols, a well known young businessman of this community. In politics, Mr.Bard is a democrat. He is a consistent member of the Old School Presbyterian church. 3-11-1892
BARG GERTRUDE S. MRS SNYDER 10 17 1912 5 9 2002 Baron Hirsch Cemetery
Mrs. Gertrude Snyder Barg, age 89, of Little Rock, died Thursday, May 9, 2002 in Little Rock.Mrs. Barg was a member of Baron Hirsch Synagogue, the B'nai B'rith Women, Hadassah, Forrest City Musical Coterie and the Baron Hirsch Ladies Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Barg and is survived by a daughter, Barbara Barg of New York City; a son, Charles Barg of Little Rock; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Funeral Services For Mrs. Barg were Sunday, May 12, 2002 at Sam Abraham Chapel with burial at Baron Hirsch Cemetery under the direction Gan Aden Funeral Home. The family requests that any memorials be made to Baron Hirsch Synagogue.
BARGERY GEORGE HENRY 10 10 1895 4 25 1967 BARNISHAW
FATHER OF THOMAS L. BARGERY-Birth: Oct. 10, 1895 Death: Apr. 25, 1967 4/25/1967George Bargery Dies; Services To Be ThursdayFuneral services for George Henry Bargery, 71, of Pine Tree, who died early Tuesday afternoon in a hospital at Searcy, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Pine Tree Baptist Church.Rev. Andrew Jackson will conduct the services. Burial will be in Barnishaw Cemetery at Pine Tree under direction of Stevens Funeral Home.Born Nove. 10, 1895, in Shelby County, Tenn., Mr. Bargery was the osn of Mrs. Ida Gibson Bargery and G. H. Bargery. He lived in Oakville, Tenn., before moving to Arkansas in 1933. A farmer and a member of Pine Tree Baptist Church, he moved to Pine Tree 11 years ago. He had been in failing health since January and in critical condition for two weeks.Mr. Bargery is survived by his wife, Mrs. Birdie Zachary Bargery, whoe he married in 1917; four sons, James Bargery and George Richard Bargery of West Memphis, Doyle Lee Bargery of Memphis and Thomas Lee Bargery of Pine Tree; three daughters, Mrs. Alice Horton of West Memphis, Mrs. Katherine Booner of Memphis and Mrs. Pat Morgan of Pine Tree; and three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Armstrong of corpus Christi, Texas, and Mr.s Ida Tant and Mrs. Florence Gresham of Memphis.
BARGERY THOMAS L. 8 17 1939 1 15 2002 BARNISHAW
Mr. Tommy Bargery, age 62, of Pine Tree, died Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2002, at his home.Mr. Bargery was born Aug. 17, 1939, in Memphis, and was the son of George Henry Bargery and Birdie Lee Zachary Bargery. He lived in Parkin and Earle before moving to St. Francis County. Mr. Bargery was a truck driver, a mechanic for D.F. Hammonds, and was a member of the Pine Tree Baptist Church.He is survived by his wife, Mary Catherine Fryer Bargery; one son, Eric Henry Bargery of Pine Tree; one daughter, Laura Lynn Brimhall of Wynne; two brothers, Doyle Bargery of Memphis and Richard Bargery of West Memphis; three sisters, Alice Lavelle Horton of West Memphis, Birdie Catherine Booher and Pat Morgan, both of Memphis; and four grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Bargery will be held Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002, at 10 a.m., at Pine Tree Baptist Church, with burial following in Barnishaw Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BARKER CARL GENE 7 7 1930 1 11 2004 FPARK USNAVY-KOREA
Mr. Carl Gene Barker, age 73, of Pocahontas, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2004, in Little RockMr. Barker, born July 7, 1930, in Memphis, was the son of Harry M. Barker and Lalah Taylor Barker. He had served as a hospital administrator and a school teacher and was a USNAVY veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Barker was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pocahontas.In 1964 Mr. Barker married Jackie Clarke and she survives him along with four daughters, Nancy Rundle, of Benton, Mary Katherine Swan of Memphis, Carla Anderson of Woodbridge, Va., and Becky Captain of Paw Paw, Mich.; one son, Bruce Swan of Piggott; one sister, Sue Ergle of Aiken, S.C.; and 12 grandchildren.There will be a memorial service for Mr. Barker at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2004, at First United Methodist Church in Pocahontas. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, at Forrest Park Cemetery with Rev. Glenn Pettus officiating. Stevens Funeral Home is charge of arrangements.
BARKER GEORGE UNK 1 29 1909 MADISON
The remains of Mr.Geo.Barker were interred in the cemetery at Madison Sunday, Rev.W.L.Wilford of the Methodist church, of this city officiating. Mr.Barker had been ill for some time, and was found lying across his bed in a timber camp near Parkin last Friday night, dead. 2-5-1909
BARKER MAMIE JOE MRS. FRANKLIN UNK 6 21 2007 UNKNOWN
Mrs. Mamie Jo Franklin Barker, of Shreveport, La. and formerly of Colt, died Thursday, June 21, 2007. Mrs. Barker was born in Colt the daughter of Martin and Verna Franklin. She was a housewife and a member of the Church of God. Mrs. Franklin is survived by her husband, Sam Barker; two daughters, Karen Moran and Tawania Sims both of Louisiana; a son, Virgil Barker of Louisiana; two brothers, Gene Franklin of Marion and Wayne Franklin of McCrory; fours sisters, Delores Lawson of Mississippi, Dorothy Stokes of Fair Oaks, Betty Thigpen of Forrest City and Linda Leach of Marion. she was preceded in death by both her parents; two brothers, Ben Franklin and Jim Franklin and five sisters, Lottie Jones, Bonnie Jones, Kay Hayes, Juanita Franklin and Debbie Franklin. Funeral services for Mrs. Barker were held on Monday, June 25, 2007 in Shreveport, La. Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Published: 2007-06-27
BARKER SERAP ADA MRS. McDANIEL 3 15 1878 4 17 1910 CITY Cupid's Capers-Married at Forrest City, Saturday morning, June 24,1899 at ten o'clock, Mr.Percy H.Barker and Miss Serap Ada McDaniel. The bride Is the youngest daughter of Capt.and Mrs.W.H.McDaniel, of this city. The groom was born in Shreveport, La., and lived at Terry, Hinds Co., Mississippi until he became of age. He attended the University of Virginia, and now occupies the position of bookkeeper for J.W.Beck & Co. of this city.-6-23-1899 FORREST CITY TIMES
Mrs.Serap Ada McDaniel Barker-Her Spirit Takes Its Flight Sunday Evening after a Long Illness-Though not unexpected by her beloved relatives and many friends who have been at her bedside or knew of her sad condition, the death of Mrs.Serap Ada Barker, on last Sunday evening, was a terrible shock, and the darkest gloom o'erspreads the home where she was born and reared to womanhood, and where she had been confined to her room and bed from tuberculosis of the lungs for more than a year. The news of her death traveled rapidly, and many were the kindly words of sympathy for her loved ones, and especially for the manly little five year old son, her only child, who survives her and is left motherless at such a tender age and at just the right time he most needs her guiding hand. The funeral sermon, which was very impressive, was done by Eld.T.S.Potts, of Memphis, who is holding a revival at the Baptist church, and was largely attended by the friends and acquaintances of the family; after which a very large funeral cortege followed the precious remains, which were taken to the Forrest City Cemetery, and there interred in the family plot, near her father, Capt.W.H.McDaniel, who passed away on Oct.21,1904 at a ripe old age. The active pallbearers were Capt.Jas.Fussell, Mr.J.D.Baugh, Judge E.A.Rolfe, Judge S.H.Mann, Hon.A.D.Boyle, Mr.J.G.Sanders. The honorary pallbearers were:Mr.R.S.Stevens, Mr.G.B.Mallory,Mr.J.F.Bass, Mr.R.L.Pettus, Mr.J.M.Nichols, Hon.O.B.Rollwage. These were selected several months ago by the deceased, as was also the music. Deceased is survived by her precious little son, Percy H.Jr.,her mother, Mrs.W.H.McDaniel, two sisters, Mrs.Jno.Naylor and Mrs.S.B.Trapp Jr., and her former husband Mr.Percy H.Barker, Sr., besides a large number of relatives who reside in the county, and many friends. Serap Ada McDaniel was born Mar.15,1878, and died Apr.17,1910, age 32 years 1 month and 2 days.She was married in this city to P.H. Barker on June 24,1899, to whom which union one child was born, Percy Jr. on Dec.25,1904. She was a consistent member of the Baptist church of this city, and was beloved by all who knew her, for her sunny dispostiton and cheerful greetings. Mrs.Barker was educated in Alabama and Washington, D.C., and had considerable abiltiy in recitations. Something over a year ago, she went to Denver, Colorado and entered the Oaks Home, hoping to be benefitted. She returned shortly thereafter and has not been seen in social circles. She leaves a qute large estate to her loved ones, with details as to its disposal. Forrest City Times Newspaper Apr.22,1910.4-22-1910 4-22-1910
BARKSDALE ERNESTINE MRS. HAMILTON 6 30 1915 8 2 2006 HUGHES
Mrs. Ernestine Hamilton Barksdale, age 91, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2006, in Memphis. Mrs. Barksdale was born June 30, 1915, in Memphis, the daughter of Edgar Ernest Hamilton and Rebecca West Hamilton. She lived in Memphis before moving to Forrest City, was a housewife and a Baptist. Mrs. Barksdale married Alfred Fletcher Barksdale in 1932 and he preceded her in death in 1945. She is survived by a son, Bobby Barksdale of Longview, Texas; two daughters Rebecca Barksdale of Forrest City and Betty Barksdale of Denver, N.C.; one brother, Edgar Hamilton of Albuquerque, N.M.; 19 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Barksdale will be held on Friday, Aug. 4, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2006, at Hughes Cemetery.Published: 2006-08-03
BARKSDALE WILLIE WADE 4 23 1919 12 2O 1999 PRIVATE USARMY RETIRED
Willie Wade Barksdale, 80, of Forrest City, died Monday, Dec. 20, 1999, at Baptist Central in Memphis. Mr. Barksdale was born April 23, 1919, to Thomas Arthur Barksdale and Addie Georgia Ragsdale Barksdale. He retired after 20 years of service in the U.S. Army and also retired from Eaton Corp., in Forrest City. He was a member of the Forrest City Masonic Lodge #198, he was a 32nd degree of Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and a member of the Sahara Temple in Pine Bluff. He was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Barksdale of Forrest City; a son, William "Willie" Barksdale of Marion; four daughters, Judy Hunt of Wynne, Madonna Smith and Clara Harland both of Forrest City and Melodi Betts of Hickory Ridge; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were today, Dec. 22, 1999, at Morgan Chapel with Bro. O'Neal Nesler and Bro. John Threat officiating. A private burial will be held later. Arrangements were made by Morgan Funeral Home.
BARLOW ALBERT 5 8 1898 6 26 1910 MEMPHIS
Albert Barlow Drowned-Albert Morgan Barlow, 12 year old son of Mr.& Mrs.Frank Barlow of Memphis, was drowned in the Mississippi river, at the foot of Trigg Ave.Sunday Afternoon, while trying to see if a companion was really treading water. He waded out and into a step-off, sinking out of sight.Another boy named Steadman, almost lost his life in trying to save young Barlow. The body was recovered yesterday. Mrs.Barlow was formerly Miss Mattie Havens, of this city. Mrs.Haven and other children left at once upon reciept of the news Sunday evening. Willie Haven went Monday evening, Mr.& Mrs.Tim Ezell and John Haven, of Wynne, also went over as soon as possible, and Mrs.S.L.Hodges and family left yesterday for the sad scene. 7-1-1910
BARMAN RUBY LEE MRS. BRANDON 1905 10 16 1989 COTTON PLANT MEMORIAL
Graveside services for Ruby Lee Brandon BARMAN of Moro were held Wednesday, October 18, 1989 at 2 p.m. at Cotton Plant Memorial Park with the Rev. Charles Jones officiating. Roller-Citizen Funeral Home of Marianna was in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Barham, age 84, died Monday, October 16, 1989 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. She was owner and operator of Barham Grocery Store. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. Bobbie Jean Russell of Moro, one sister, Lillie May Gadberry of Heber Springs; one brother Claude W. Brandon of Tamarac, Florida; two grandchildren, Ronald E. Russell of Moro and Ramona Henry; and two great grandsons. (submitted by Marilyn Dickson on August 1, 2005)
BARNES ABBIE W. MRS. 1 15 1916 3 25 2008 NEW ORLEANS
Mrs. Abbie W. Barnes, age 92, of Forrest City and formerly of New Orleans, La., died Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at Crestpark Nursing Home in Forrest City. Barnes was born Jan. 15, 1916, in Ama, La. She was a retired LPN at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. She is survived by two daughters, Jewel Barnes Osbery of Forrest City and formerly of New Orleans and Terris B. Stanton of Baton Rouge, La.; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Barnes will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2008, in New Orleans followed by burial services. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-03-28
BARNES BABY BOY 11 5 1905 11 5 1905 BELL
A baby boy was born to Mr.& Mrs.D.L.Barnes last Sunday night, Nov.5,1905, but our heavenly father took him and gave him a home beyond the skies. The remains were buried at the Bell cemetery Monday, services at the grave conducted by Rev.W.T.Price. Sloniker Mill Times. 11-10-1905
BARNES DAVID 5 25 1931 5 14 2001 FPARK CENTERVIEW
Mr. David Barnes, age 69, of Forrest City, died Monday, May 14, 2001, at his home.Mr. Barnes was born May 25, 1931 in Vanndale and was the son of Truman Dewey Barnes and Pearl Ann Gray Barnes. He lived in Forrest City all of his life and was in construction.Mr. Barnes was preceded in death by his wife, Ella Mae Staggs Barnes in 1984. He is survived by three sons, Dewey David Barnes of Illinois, Harold Barnes and Phillip Barnes, both of Forrest City; two daughters, June Hill of Wheatley and Gail Howard of Forrest City; two brothers, Thomas Barnes of Forrest City and Kenneth Barnes of Illinois; two sisters, Bobbie Waggoner of Michigan and Betty Barnes of Forrest City; 11 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Barnes will be held Tuesday, May 15, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for will be held Wednesday, May 16, 2001, at 3:30 p.m., at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BARNES EDMOND THOMAS SR. 3 28 1926 4 6 2005 FPARK USARMY-PVT-KOREA
4456&4458&4443 - Next to Jewell Barnes-Married Jul.12,1972-PVT-USARMY-Korea-Mr. Edmond Thomas Barnes Sr., age 79, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at his home.Mr. Barnes was born March 28, 1926, in Parkin, the son of Dewey Barnes and Pearl Gray Barnes. He was a disabled veteran, a commercial fisherman and the constable for the Franks Township.Mr. Barnes is survived by his wife, Jewell Barnes of the home; four sons, Glen Swiney of Virginia, Jimmy Dwayne Heath of Searcy, Edmond Barnes Jr. of Colt and Robert D. Smith of Forrest City; three daughters, Jennie Williams of Colt, Sandra Smith and Debra S. Brimhall both of Forrest City. He is also survived by a brother, Kenneth Barnes of Illinois; two sisters, Bobbie Waggoner of Michigan and Betty Jean Barnes of Forrest City; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Barnes will be held on Friday, April 8, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Graveside funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at 10 a.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery with Bro. Gary Chapman officiating.
BARNES EFFIE MRS RAGSDALE 9 19 1887 8 8 1967 FPARK
IMAGE2947 - NO INSCRIPTION-WIFE OF WALTER BARNES-Illness Proves Fatal TO Mrs W B BarnesServices for Mrs. W. B. Barnes, 79 were held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at Stevens Funeral Home with the Rev. W. Clyde Hankins officating. Burial followed at Forrest Park Cemetery.Mrs. Barnes died at Forrest Memorial Hospital at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday August 8. She had been in poor health for two years, and in critical condition for three weeks.Mrs. Barnes born Sept. 19, 1887, in Obion, Tenn., the daughter of Virginia Cisco Ragsdale and Henry Z. Ragsdale. She moved to Forrest City in 1927, and in recent years had resided at 1034 North Washington Street.She was a member of the First Baptist Church, and for many years, had been active in the work of the Sundan School and Women's Missionary Society.She was married to Walter B. Barnes in 1906. Mr. Barnes died in 1955. Mrs. Barnes leaves one daughter, Mrs. Charles Kinzer; one son, Walter B. Barnes Jr., both of Forrest City; a sister, Mrs. A. D. Gay of Okolona, Miss; two brothers, C. P. Ragsdale of Dallas and Leon Ragsdale of Winter Park, Fla.; and two grandchildren, Laura Lou Barnes and Blake Barnes, both of Forrest City.
BARNES JOHN EDWARD FATHER 8 16 1920 6 26 2007 CALVARY CEMETERY
Father John Edward Barnes, age 86, of Little Rock, died Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at Arkansas Hospice in Little Rock. Father Barnes was born Aug. 16, 1920, in Port Carbon, Pa., the son of Edward Alexander Barnes and Katherine Petrosky Barnes. Father Barnes earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Little Rock College in 1951 and attended St. John's Seminary in Little Rock and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Little Rock in 1955. He served as associate pastor of the Christ the King Church in Fort Smith and the Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church in Little Rock. In 1959 he was assigned Diocesan Director of CCD and Diocesan Director of CYO. He also served as Dean of the Eastern Deanery, the North Central Deanery and served on the Priests' Senate. He served as pastor of the St. Francis of Assisi Church in Forrest City, the St. Andrew Church in Marianna, the St. Michael Church in West Memphis, the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Crawfordsville, the St. Matthew Church in Osceola, the Our Lady of the Lake Station in Horseshoe Lake, the St. Paul the Apostle Church in Pocahontas, the St. James Church in Searcy, the St. Albert Church in Heber Springs and the St. Richard Church of Bald Knob. He retired in 1995. A Vigil Service for Father Barnes will be held at the Cathedral of St. Andrews in Little Rock on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 29, 2007, at the church at 1 p.m. with Monsignor J. Gaston Hebert as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery "Priest Circle" in Little Rock. Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth Funeral Home of Little Rock is in charge of all arrangements. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.griffinleggett.com.Published: 2007-06-27
BARNES WAVIE SR. 2 1 1935 3 15 2001 CASTEEL
Mr. Wavie Barnes Sr., age 66, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 15, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Barnes was born Feb. 1, 1935 in Forrest City. He was the son of James Barnes and Gertrude Mathis Barnes. Mr. Barnes is survived by two daughters, Sandra Porter of Rochester, N.Y. and Linda Everett of Little Rock; one son, Wavie Barnes, Jr. of Forrest City; one sister, Essie L. Williams of Forrest City; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Barnes will be Tuesday, March 20, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the chapel of Woodhouse Morturary. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 21, 2001, at 2 p.m., at the Christian Redeeming Spiritual Church with Rev. Theodis Cochran officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Morturary.
BARNETT ANNIE E. MRS. 1834 11 28 1899 CITY
Death of Mrs.Barnett-Mrs.Anna E. Barnett, mother of L.D.Barnett, and sister of Mrs.Jno.M.Prewett, of this city, and Mrs.Jas.M.Stewart of Little Rock, died in this city Tuesday morning, Nov.28,1899, about 3 o'clock of pnemonia, at the age of 66 years, and was buried at the Forrest City Cemetery Wednesday morning at 10:30 o'clock. The funeral took place from the Baptist church, of which deceased was a consistent member. Rev.A.N.Couch conducting the beautiful though sad ceremonies. Mrs.Barnett was a lady of rare accomplishments, a loving mother, a true and consistent friend, and was widely known, both here and in Little Rock and other places where she had visited or resided. She came to Arkansas from Kentucky in the early 50's with her father's family and located at Madison, then the county site of St.Francis county. The funeral was largely attended, and all that love could suggest was done for respect for her memory. FORREST CITY TIMES 12-1-1899
BARNETT DONNA MRS. HALBERT 6 14 1944 12 3 2002 FPARK
Mrs. Donna Barnett, age 58, of Forrest City and formerly of Fleming, Ga., died Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2002, at her home in Forrest City.Mrs. Barnett was born June 14, 1944, in Forrest City, the daughter of Donald Halbert and Doris Whittenton Halbert.Mrs. Barnett is survived by two daughters, Suanne Hamblin of Forrest City and Renee Dailey of Fleming, Ga.; her mother of Forrest City; one brother, Mike Halbert of Wynne; a sister, Mary Ellen Brown of Forrest City and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Lisa Kay Ambrose, in 1981.Visitation services for Mrs. Barnett will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 5, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery.
BARNETT GERALDINE CECIL MRS. McPHERSON 8 14 1921 2 6 2001 FPARK IMAGE3426&3429
Mrs. Geraldine "Gerry" Cecil Barnett, age 79, of Maumelle, died Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2001 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Little Rock.Mrs. Barnett was born on Aug. 14, 1921, in Leachville, and was the daughter of Walter McPherson and Ola Hays McPherson. She was a long time resident of Forrest City where she worked for Jefferson Standard Life Insurance Company and owned and operated a music store and resale shop, before moving to Maumelle.Mrs. Barnett married Curtis Cecil in 1937, and he preceded her in death in 1975. She married Pierce Barnett in 1977, and he preceded her in death in 1990. She is survived by three daughters, Sharon Marrs of Maumelle, Karen Magee of Conway and Gerry Lynne Bowers of Searcy; two sons, Terry Cecil of Colleyville, Texas and Wayne Cecil of Corinth, Texas; 10 brothers and sisters, Imogene Brustol, Randall McPherson, Bonnie Withem, Wayne McPherson, Winona Darre, Vern McPherson, Bill McPherson, Ron McPherson, Pat Heugatter and Rick McPherson; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Barnett will be Thursday, Feb. 8, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Feb. 9, 2001, at 2 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home, with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.-SISTER/WIFE/MAMA/MEEMAW
BARNETT NORMAN EDWARD 1 25 1925 12 28 2003 OAKLAWN CEMETERY-WWII USARMY WWII
Mr. Norman Edward. Barnett, age 78, of Brinkley, died Sunday, Dec. 28, 2003, in a Little Rock Hospital.Mr. Barnett was born Jan. 25, 1925, in Equality, Ill., the son of the late Gilbert Barnett and the late Dorothy Dorman Barnett. He was a member of the Broadmoor Baptist Church and the Claude Sims American Legion Post #68 in Brinkley. He was a retired machinist for Yale & Town and served in World War II in the United States Army.Mr. Barnett is survived by his wife, Betty McDowell Barnett of Brinkley; three sons, Norman Ray Barnett and Harold Barnett both of Georgia and Ed Barnett of Memphis; one daughter, Dotty Sidle of Memphis; a step-daughter, Kay Gordon of Brinkley; two sisters, Velma Shirley of Kansas City, Kansas and Louise Williams of Gerber, Ga.; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Barnett will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home in Brinkley. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2003, at 2 p.m., at the Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Owen officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery.
BARNETT ROBERT RAY 10 29 1938 5 9 2005 FT.SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY-USAF VET
Robert Ray Barnett, beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, died May 9, 2005 following lengthy complications from an earlier heart attack and stroke. Bob, to friends and family; 'Red' to his teammates on the University of Arkansas Football Team; and 'Pops', to his grandchildren, lived a full life that ranged from the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta, to the gridiron of Southwest Conference Football; from the jungles of Southeast Asia and the first days of the Vietnam War, to the early days of global trade and the opening of China, finally ending with a move of his entire family to Texas as part of the wave of trade we now know as NAFTA. Bob was a star athlete and earned All-State, All-South and Honorable Mention All America Honors, earning a football scholarship to the University of Arkansas, where he played for Coach Frank Broyles and with teammates Lance Alworth, Fred Akers and Barry Switzer. He also was a two-time member of Arkansas Boys' State, a talented singer in the University of Arkansas Choir, and member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. After his studies, Bob served in the U.S. Air Force as an intelligence Analyst and aide to Gen. Frank Milton. After an Honorable Discharge in 1963, he met and married Barbara Ellen Duncan of Dallas, Texas, and began a long career in international business and global trade. Bob and his growing family settled in North Alabama, where he started a business supplying electronics, furniture and equipment to the manufactured housing industry and became a partner in numerous furniture and electronics manufacturing operations in Taiwan, and later China. He also founded a shipping company that continues to assist ocean shippers importing cargo from Asia. As NAFTA beckoned, Bob became a major importer of consumer goods to Mexico. He opened a showroom in Laredo, Texas and began supplying these items to Mexico. Using San Antonio as a base, he was a pioneer of trade between Asia and Mexico and loved the multicultural history and atmosphere of San Antonio and South Texas. Bob is survived by his wife of 41 years, Barbara; five children: Robert M. Barnett and wife, Lisa Roberts, and Beth A. Enriquez and husband Ruben Enriquez of San Antonio; Paige E. Barnett and Laura G. Barnett of Houston; and Anthony R. Barnett and wife Raquel of Austin, as well as four grandchildren: Hailey Barnett, Andrew Enriquez, Jane Emma Barnett and Mary Barnett; and a sister, Patricia Hess of Wynne, Arkansas. A Rosary and Memorial Service will take place at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the Angelus Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Church at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday and Burial at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Francis Nursing Home or the Treehouse Day School for Autistic Children. Condolences may be sent to the Barnett family at www.theangelusfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: The Angelus Funeral Home. -1957 FCHS Grad-USAIRForceVet
BARNETT RUTH HELEN MRS. 1 5 1934 3 21 2003 LITTLE ROCK NATIONAL CEMETERY
Mrs. Ruth Helen Barnett, age 69, of Marion, died Friday, March 21, 2003, at her home in MarionMrs. Barnett, born Jan. 5, 1934, in Forrest City, was the daughter of Ira Roberts and Grady Matlock Roberts. She made her home in the Forrest City and West Memphis areas for all of her life and worked for E. Synder Company for several years. She was a Baptist.In 1952, Mrs. Barnett married Carl L. Barnett and he preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by two daughters, Carla Ann Huddle of Scott and Gwen Busby of West Memphis, and one grandson.Funeral services for Mrs. Barnett were held on Monday, March 24, 2003, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. V. L. Roberts officiating. There will be a graveside service at 2 p.m. at Little Rock National Cemetery.
BARNHARDT LOTTIE ALLEY 5 1890 8 28 1895 FCTIMES
Millbrook, Ark.-Aug.28,1895-It is with sadness we note that death has entered the home of Mr.& Mrs.Henry Barnhardt and claimed it from their little daughter Lottie Alley. She was five years and three months old.8-30-1895
BARRETT NELLIE JEAN MRS. GIBSON 9 30 1924 6 15 2007 MT.TABOR
Mrs. Nellie Jean Gibson Barrett, age 82, of Forrest City, died Friday, June 15, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Barrett was born Sept. 30, 1924, in the Mt. Tabor Community. She was the daughter of William Lee Gibson and Betty Peacock Gibson and lived in Forrest City for most of her life. She was retired from Sanyo and General Industries and was a member of Ridgewood Baptist Church. In 1945 Mrs. Barrett married Frank Murray Barrett and he preceded her in death in 2000. She is survived by several nieces and nephews and a host of other friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Floyd Gibson and Troy Gibson. Funeral services for Mrs. Barrett will be held in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 19, 2007, followed by a graveside service at 1:30 p.m. at Mt. Tabor Cemetery near Monticello. Published: 2007-06-18
BARRINGER PAUL 8 24 1879 10 12 1908 CITY
10-16-1908 PAUL BARRINGER=Paul Barringer is dead. This was the most shocking news that spread rapidly over the city Tuesday, and cast a gloom over the entire community, and especially his friends whom he numbered by the score. Paul Barringer was born near Warren, in Bradley county on Aug.24,1879. He came to Forrest City in January 1905, from Portland, Arkansas and took a position with Brandon, Baugh & Co., where he rapidly won favor and made friends. He was soon to be promoted to lead salesman, having particular charge of their dry goods department and general conservation of their stock, buying most of their goods and having charge of their advertising. While thus employed, he became ill and was compelled to give up work. After being confined to his room for several weeks, he recuperated and went toTexas and othe points seeking to regain his lost vitality, but he angel of death had marked him with the dread disease and finally claimed him for his own. He died peacefully and quietly at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct.12,1908, and the remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery the afternoon on Wednesday, Oct. 14,1908. Elder W.E.Pippin conducting the services at the Baptist church and concluding at the grave with a sweet and simple prayer. Mr.Paul Barringer was married in this city on Feb.8,1906 to Miss Nannie Taylor, daughter of the late Hon.Geo.P. and Mrs.Alice Taylor. He is survived by the wife and a son bearing his name. Mrs.W.H, Barringer of Portland, Ark. was at his bedside for some days before he passed away. Other relatives in attendance for the funeral were:Mrs.W.H.Ford of Marianna; Mrs.Lucy Word, of Augusta, who is still here; Mrs.Lutie Koonce and son, Mebane, and Mrs.Peyton T.Scott of Wynne.
BARRON BESSIE I. MRS. COONS 9 11 1919 1 15 2001 Farmhill Cemetery in Harrisburg
Mrs. Bessie Barron, age 81, of Palestine, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2001, in Palestine.Mrs. Barron was born on Sept. 11, 1919, in Hackelburg, Ala.. She was the daughter of A.M. Coons and Nellie Mae Frederick Coons. Mrs. Barron lived in St. Francis County most all of her life. She was retired from Reltoc Industries, and was a member of the Church of Christ in Palestine.Mrs. Barron married Herman Clifton Barron in 1943, and he preceded her in death in 1991. She is survived by one son, William Deckelman, of Proctor; six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Barron will be held on Friday, Jan. 19, 2001, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2001, at 11 a.m., in Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Farmhill Cemetery in Harrisburg. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
BARRON CARRIE MISS 1895 8 21 1908 WYLDS
SAD EVENT=On Sunday afternoon, an unusually large crowd gathered at the Rock Island depot, and around the hotel. As the train rolled in at 6:30 from Hot Springs, a casket was put off at this place. The crowd which gathered around which gathered around it was shocked to read on the undertaker's placard that it was Carrie Barron, died at Hot Springs, Aug.21,1908, of congestion. Carrie was the daughter of Mr.& Mrs.J.J.Barron, of the Cut-off, and the news soon spread around among his friends and acquaintances, who offered heatfelt sympathy for many of them knew Miss Carrie personally. She was between 12 or 13 years of age, bright for her age, and of an exceedingly sweet disposition. We learned from the father that prior to entering school in Memphis, they had taken a trip to Hot Springs, for rest and while returning from a walk, she became ill, and all that the physicians could do was to no avail. The mother was in Pine Bluff, and was telegraphed of her death, and became overcome with grief and is very ill at Pine Bluff. The remains were laid to rest in Wylds cemetery Monday morning. 8-28-1908
BARRON LONNIE J. 6 21 1946 12 15 2008 MEMORIAL
Mr. Lonnie J. Barron, age 62, of Malvern, died Monday at the Arbor Oaks Health and Rehab in Malvern. Mr. Barron was born June 21, 1946, in Tyronza, the son of Lonnie G. Barron and Winnie Odell Barron. He lived in Palestine before moving Malvern and was a member of the Church of Christ. Mr. Barron is survived by three daughters, Lisa Jensen of Little Rock, Debbie Wiederspan of Hot Springs and Tine LaGrange of Mt. Ida; his mother of Chicago, Ill.; two sisters; eight grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a daughter Patricia L. Starr and a sister, Doris Kelly. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2008-12-16
BARRON ROBERT UNK 5 19 1909 WYLDS
Mrs.J.J.Barron was passed throught the city Sunday from Hot Springs enroute to Rosedale, Miss. to be by the bedside of her son Robert, who was very ill. A telegram yesterday morning to Mr.J.J.Barron announced that Robert had died Wednesday night, May 12,1909. Mr.Barron left last night to meet the remains, which will be brought here and interred in the Wylds cemetery. The Times extends to the bereaved family heartfelt sympathy. 5-21-1909
BARROW CHARLES UNK 1 24 1912 WYLDS
1-26-1912 Mr.Charles Barrow, son of MrJ.J.Barrow of the cutoff, died at "fifteen" Wednesday night, Jan.24,1912. Young Barrow had just reached the age of manhood, and on Sunday the day he was taken sick, he was the very picture of health. Congestion was the cause of death. Mrs.Barrow, his mother arrived from Hot Springs yesterday to attend the funeral, at Wyld's graveyard today.
BARROW MAUDE Mrs. CHURCH UNK 7 7 1898 FCTIMES
Death of Mrs.Barrow-Mrs.Maude Church Barrow, beloved wife of Mr.Eugene Barrow, died at their home in the city yesterday morning at an early hour of congestion. She had been ill for only a short time, and an hour before her death it was thought she was improving. But God had called her home and the angel of death was at hand. She was a member of the Methodist church, a devout Christian, a devoted wife, and a fond mother, an ornament in society, and her unexpected demise is the source of deep gloom to her husband and relatives and will be keenly felt by her large circle of friends. She leaves a husband, a sweet 20 months old baby, and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. The remains were embalmed, and taken to Columbia, Tenn. for interment, that city having been her home in maidenhood. 7-8-1898
BARROW TEMPERANCE MRS. DAUGHERTY 1826 2 19 1905 TENNESSEE
Mr.E.J. and T.W.Barrow left Tuesday morning for Columbia, Tenn., in response to a telegram of the death of their mother and grandmother, respectively, Mrs.Temperance Daugherty Barrow, who died in that city on Feb.19,1905. Mrs.Barrow was in her 79th year. 2-24-1905
BARROW THOMAS W. 8 7 1872 12 9 1910 MT.VERNON CEMETERY
DEATH OF THOS.W.BARROW=Just as we go to press we learn the sad news of the death of our dear friend, Mr.Thos.W.Barrow. He died this afternoon, Dec.9,1910, at twenty minutes past 1 o'clock and, though not wholly unexpected, it has cast a terrible gloom over his home and the hearts of his beloved wife and three little daughters are torn asunder and they are prostrated beneath an agonizing sorrow pitiable to contemplate. we deeply deplore his death. He was a true friend, a splendid citizen and an honest, manly man. We loved him well and his death shocks us beyond expression. The funeral services will be held at the residence of his mother, Mrs.Margaret E.Hatcher Sunday morning at 10 o'clock by Rev.Edw.T.Mabley and interment at Mt.Vernon cemetery under auspices of W.O.W., of which order he was a beloved member. Mr.Barrow was born on Aug.7,1872, at the old Barrow homestead, about three miles north of Forrest City, and was a native of St.Francis County. He was only 38 years of age at the time of his death, and for three or four years had suffered from the white plague. On the thirtieth day of April, more than sixteen years ago, he married Miss Carrie Chew, of Helena. Their union has been blessed with three daughters, Margaret, Julia and Elizabeth, all of whom survive him. -
BARRY FRANCES B. MRS. BASS 6 27 1904 6 16 2001 FPARK 6927
NEXT TO GEORGE BARRY SR.-Mrs. Frances B. Barry, age 96, of Forrest City, died Saturday, June 16, 2001, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mrs. Barry, born June 27, 1904, in Cherry Valley, was the daughter of Frank Bass and Lucy Baber. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church.In 1929, Mrs. Barry married George W. Barry Sr., and he preceded her in death in 1985. She was also preceded in death by a son, George Bill Barry Jr. in 1999. She is survived by two sons, David Hale Barry of Forrest City and James Edward Barry of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Mamie Chowning of Alexandria, Va. and Martha Smith of Salem, Ore.; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Barry will be held Monday, June 18, 2001, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mrs. Barry will be Tuesday, June 19, 2001, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BARTLETT J. V. 10 15 1927 1 31 2007 FPARK
Mr. J.V. Bartlett, age 79, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2007, in St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Bartlett was born Oct. 15, 1927, in Marked Tree, the son of Clyde Bartlett and Maude White Bartlett. Mr. Bartlett was a contractor, a veteran of the Korean War and attended the Oak Hill Church of God. Mr. Bartlett married Pauline Farmer in 1996 and she survives him along with two daughters, Mae Jeanett Luker of El Dorado and Jenny Lynn Gadberry of Forrest City; a step-daughter, Anneida Evans of Sheridan; a sister, Laverne Hurley of South Bend, Ind.; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Bartlett will be held on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oak Hill Church of God. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Feb. 5, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Oak Hill Church of God. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-02-02
BARTON ALBERT JR. 4 1 1943 6 2 2006 ELCANNON CEMETERY
Mr. Albert Barton Jr., age 63, of Palestine, died Friday, June 2, 2006, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Science in Little Rock.Mr. Barton was born April 1, 1943, in Palestine, the son of Albert Barton Sr. and Clemmie Waller Barton. He is survived by three daughters, Linda Farr and Regina Barton both of Little Rock and Shemaka Barton of Marvell; and two sons Albert Barton III of Little Rock, Yurhance Johnson of Washington D.C. He is also survived by two sisters Sharley Barton of Chicago, Ill., Doris Caruthers of Palestine; five brothers, Aaron Barton, Melvin Barton, Leon Barton, Raymond Barton all of Palestine, Huster Barton of Forrest City; and 10 grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Barton will be held on Friday, June 9, 2006, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2006, at 11 a.m. at Williams Temple Church of God in Christ with Rev. Robert Cawon officiating. Burial will follow in El Cannon Cemetery.
BARTON MAGNOLIA MRS. 9 19 1924 12 19 2004 CASTEEL
Mrs. Magnolia Barton, age 80, of Palestine, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at her home.Mrs. Barton was born Sept. 19, 1924, in Palestine. She was a homemaker and is survived by six sons, Odis L. Barton, Alvin Barton and Grover L. Barton all of Forrest City, Robert Barton Jr. and Cledis Barton both of Palestine and Ralph Edward Barton of Orlando, Fla.; and five daughters, Shirley McKissick of Marion, Ind., Helen Cotton of Orlando, Fla., Lula McKissick of Forrest City, Hattie M. Phillips of Widener and Ersenia Wymes of Little Rock. She is also survived by two sisters, Fannie Winston of St. Louis, Mo. and Florida Culler of Forrest City; 29 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Barton will be held on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Williams Temple Church of God in Christ on Friday, Dec. 24, 2004, at 11 a.m. with Elder Ransom Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BARTON RAYMOND 8 12 1941 3 20 2008 ELCANNON
Mr. Raymond Barton, age 66, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Barton was born Aug. 12, 1941, in Palestine, the son of Albert Barton and Climmie Waller. He was retired from D and L in Marianna where he worked for 35 years and was a member of the El Cannon M.B. Church. Mr. Barton is survived by his wife Mary Barton; five sons, Dennis Barton and Clinton Barton both of Little Rock, Mark Barton and Sammy Green both of Forrest City and Ray Barton of Minnesota; five daughters, Patricia Morgan of Memphis, Gladys Lordge of Bedford, Texas and Janice Goodwin, Yvonne Green and Brenda Christian all of Forrest City; one sister, Shirley Brooks of Chicago, Ill.; four brothers, Aaron Barton, Leon Barton and Melvin Barton all of Palestine and Huester Barton of Forrest City and 15 grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Barton will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 23, 2008, at 3 p.m. at the El Cannon M.B. Church with Rev. James C. Perkins officiating. Burial will follow in El Cannon Cemetery.Published: 2008-03-21
BARTON ROBERT 6 22 1918 5 16 2003 CASTEEL USARMY
Mr. Robert Barton, age 84, of Palestine, died Friday, May 16, 2003, at the V.A. Medical Center in Memphis.Mr. Barton was born June, 22, 1918, in Palestine, and was a veteran of the United States Army and a retired farmer.Mr. Barton is survived by his wife, Magnolia Barton of Palestine; six sons, Odis L. Barton, Alvin Barton and Grover Lee Barton all of Forrest City, Robert Barton Jr. and Cledis Barton both of Palestine, and Ralph Edward Barton of Orlando, Fla.; five daughters, Shirley McKissick of Marion, Ind., Helen Cotton of Orlando, Fla., Lula M.McKissick of Forrest City, Hattie M. Phillips of Widener and Ersenia Wymes of Little Rock; a brother, Ivory Barton of Chicago, Ill.; a sister, Maevella Burgess of Detroit, Mich.; 27 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Barton will be held on Friday, May 23, 2003, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2003, at 3 p.m. at Lane Chaple C.M.E. Church with Elder Ransom Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery
BARTUSCHEN MARTIN MR. 1837 1 27 1902 FCTIMES 2-7-1902
Mr.Martin Bartuschen, an old resident of the Cut Off community died at his residence in the head of the island, of pneumonia, on the 27th of January, 1901. He was about 65 years of age.
BASCUE VIOLA M. MRS. RIGGS 7 24 1940 4 11 2005 LINDSEY CEMETERY
Mrs. Viola M. Bascue, age 64, of Forrest City died Monday, April 11, 2005, at her home.Mrs. Bascue was born July 24, 1940, in Colt, the daughter of Walther Riggs and Alma Turrell Riggs. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life, was retired from the St. Francis County Health Department, and was a Baptist.Mrs. Bascue married Harold Bascue in 1962, and he survives her along with two sons, Michael Bascue of Wynne and Kelly Bascue of Forrest City; one sister, Nezrie Baker of Ardmore, Okla., and eight grandchildren.Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Bascue will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, 2005, at the Lindsey Cemetery in Forrest City. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2005, with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
BASKINS BABY BOY UNK 7 26 1903 UNKNOWN
Mr.& Mrs.J.D.Baskins lost their little boy on July 26,1903. The sweet little fella suffered so much, but he is past all suffering now, and is now at rest. JERICHO TIMES 8-7-1903
BASKINS FORREST WILLIAM 1 14 1927 12 26 2006 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Forrest William Baskins, age 79, of Colt, died Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2006, at Crestpark in Wynne. Mr. Baskins was born Jan. 4, 1927, and worked at Halstead prior to his retirement. He was a Baptist. Mr. Baskins is survived by his wife Pauline Baskins, of the home; two sons, Ralph Baskins and Robert Baskins, both of Colt; two daughters, Betty Sue King of Newark and Patricia Ann Lawson of Colt; 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son Forrest Baskins Jr., in 2002. Visitation for Mr. Baskins will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006, at 2 p.m. at Morgan Chapel with Bro. J.T. Baskins officiating. Burial will follow at Loughridge Cemetery near Colt.Published: 2006-12-27-Married Dec 31, 1946 PICTURE GRAVESTONE> Gravestone
BASKINS FORREST 11 14 1950 6 17 2002 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Forrest "Junior" Baskins, age 51, of Colt, died Monday, June 17, 2002, at his home in Colt.Mr. Baskins was born Nov. 14, 1950, in Cherry Valley and was the son of Forrest and Pauline Huey Baskins. He was the owner of Baskins and Sons Construction Company and a member of New Prospect Baptist Church.Mr. Baskins married Jayne McGuire in 1971 and she survives him along with his parents; three sons, Kevin Todd Baskins, Corey Stephen Baskins, and Brandon Jay Baskins, all of Colt; a daughter, Heather Nicole Walls of Heber Springs; two brothers, Robert Earl Baskins of Caldwell and Ralph Williams Baskins of Colt; two sisters, Betty King of Newark and Patricia Ann Lawson of Colt and six grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Baskins will be held Tuesday, June 18, 2002, at Morgan Chapel from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 2 p.m. at the Morgan Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Cariker of First Nazarene Church of Branson, Mo. officiating. Burial will follow at Loughridge Cemetery in Colt under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BASKINS JEWELL ESTELLE MRS. BORDEN 8 14 1922 7 2 2007 HUGHES
MARRIED TO LYNN F. BASKINS JUN.25,1939-Ms. Jewel Baskins, age 84, of Colt, died Monday, July 2, 2007, at her home surrounded by her family. Ms. Baskins was born Aug. 14, 1922, in Alabama and was the daughter of William Borden Sr. and Mallie Marie McGee Borden. Ms. Baskins lived in St. Francis County for most of her life and worked at Sanyo before retiring in 1989. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Ms. Baskins enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. She was highly regarded as a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was blessed by God and loved him with all her heart. In 1939 Ms. Baskins married Lynn Franklin Baskins and he preceded her in death in 1976. She is survived by five sons, Frank Baskins (Brenda) of Wynne, Donald Baskins (Dorothy), J.T. Baskins (Kathy), Carroll Baskins (Cookie) and Larry Baskins, all of Colt; three daughters, Dorothy Baskins Myers (Leonard) of Forrest City, Mary Baskins Cundiff (Gordon) of Jacksonville and Marie Baskins Townsend (Scott) of Manila; four brothers, J.C. Borden of Colt, Leonard Victor Borden of Russellville, John Lawrence Borden of Jonesboro and James Walter Borden of Colt; 19 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, George Lee Borden, Edgar William Borden Jr. and Alfred Borden and one sister, Elizabeth Borden Milton. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 4, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with Bro. J.T. Baskins, Bro. Chelch Reagan and Bro. J.W. Hirons officiating. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Forrest City Church of God on Highway 1 South near the Sports Complex. Burial will follow at Hughes Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Published: 2007-07-03
BATES BERTHA MAE MRS. BREWER 5 29 1912 12 28 1999 RESTLAND MEMORIAL
Bertha Mae Daniel Bates, age 87, of Memphis, died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 1999, at Sycamore View Nursing Home in Memphis. She was born May 29, 1912, in Ben Franklin, Texas, and was the daughter of Oliver Brewer and Grace Moore Brewer. She was a housewife and a resident of Dallas, Texas most all of her life. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Irving, Texas. She is survived by one daughter, Judy E. Smith of Forrest City; and three grandchildren; and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank E. Daniel in 1965. Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 3, 2000, at 10 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lisa Anderson officiating. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2000, at 11 a.m. in Dallas, Texas at Restland Memorial Park. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BATES LLOYD 1943 1 13 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Lloyd Bates, age 59, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan. 13, 2002, at his home.Mr. Bates was a machine operator and a member of the Rising Sun M.B. Church.He is survived by five daughters, Denise Beasley of Jonesboro, Toni Bates Toles, Felicia Bates McGlown and Melissa Bates, all of Memphis, and Kristy Lay of Forrest City; four sisters, Mae Nobors and Marva Garrett, both of Forrest City, Patricia Miles of Los Angeles, Calif., and Pamela Jackson of Dallas, Texas; six brothers, Richard Bates of Leighton, Ala., Lawrence Williams of Madison, Ala., Ruben Johnson and Lanell Johnson, both of Forrest City, Harvey Johnson of Hammon, Ind., and Willie Johnson of Chicago, Ill.; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Visitation for Mr. Bates will be Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Kennedy Chapel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Jan. 18, 2002, at 1 p.m., at Rising Sun M.B. Church, with Rev. Strong officiating the service. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home
BATTLE MERISE MISS 1897 6 1904 UNKNOWN
Mrs.Grace Battle just sent a communication announcing the death of sweet little seven year old Merise, after an illness of one week. They are in Guthrie, Ky., Merise was the pride of the mother's heart and will be missed by all who knew her here. 7-1-1904
BATTS ALMA MRS. MYERS 4 5 1886 6 2 1967 HUGHES
6/5/1967Mrs. Alma Batts Dies; Services Held SundayFuneral services for Mrs. Alma Batts, 81, who died Friday afternoon in a Malvern hospital, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Stevens Funeral Home.Rev. W. O. Hoover of Malvern and Rev. J William Watson conducted the services. Burial was in Hughes Cemetery.Mrs. Batts was born in Corinth, Miss., April 5, 1886, the daughter of Mrs. Miranda Pipkin Myers and Leslie C. Myers Sr. She was a member of the First Methodist Church here.She had lived in and around Forrest City for over 30 years and in Memphis before moving to Malvern 10 years ago to live with her son. Her husband, J.J. Batts, whom whe married in 1903, died in 1927.Mrs. Batts had been in failing health for several years and hospitalized for eight days.Survivors include two sons, Bruce Batts of Malvern and Bert Matts of Memphis; a daughter, Mrs. Alice Brady of Memphis; a brother, L C. Myers, and a twin sister, Mrs. Alice Harris, both of Forrest City; 8 grandchildren, 14 great-grand children and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
BATTS INEZ 5 28 1912 8 28 1912 HUGHES
8-30-1912 Mr.& Mrs.Walter Batts have the sympathy of the entire community over the death of their sweet baby girl, Inez. The little one was the twin of Irma, and was three months old. She died Wednesday, Aug.28,1912, and was buried at the Hughes cemetery yesterday, Rev.George H.Kirker officiating. Irma has also been sick, but is reported better this morning.
BATTS INFANT 8 18 1899 8 18 1899 HUGHES
PLOT 649, B&D AUG.18,1899-SON OF W.B.AND M. BATTS-OLD YARDFORREST CITY TIMES The infant son of Mr.& Mrs.George Batts died this morning at 5 o'clock, Aug.11,1899, and the mother is now in critical condition. The boy was born Aug.8,1899.8-11-1899
BATTS JAMES BRUCE 7 12 1903 7 23 1904 HUGHES
James Bruce Batts, aged one year and eleven days, infant son of Mr.& Mrs.Walter Batts, died at their home in the northern part of the city Saturday morning, Jul.23,1904, and was buried on Sunday in the Hughes cemetery. Rev.S,H,Babcock of the Methodist church officiating. The dear baby was a smart little fellow, and the pride and joy of his parents. 7-29-1904
BATTS JOHN EDWARD MRS. 9 16 1848 8 26 1907 HUGHES
8-30-1907 DEATH OF MRS.BATTS=The many friends of family were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs.J.E.Batts, which sad event occurred at the family residence on their farm, 3 miles and a half northeast of town, on the New Castle road, on Monday, August 26,1907, about 10 o'clock am. Mrs.Batts was born Sep.l6,1848, and was married to Jno.E.J.Batts, Feb.17,1869. She was a daughter of Mr.& Mrs.W.A.Horton, and was born and raised in Lime Stone County, Alabama, where she lived until Nov.14,1890, when the family moved to St.Francis county, where they have since made their home. She professed religion in 1871, and joined the Baptist church, of which she has since been a consistent member, and lived a true Christian life. She was the mother of seven sons, four of whom, Jud, George, Walter and Rolly, are living, and the grandmother of seven chidlren. She leaves these and a husband to mourn her loss. The remains were interred in the Hughes cemetery on the following day, Aug.27,1907. Religous services were conducted by Elder W.H.Paslay, and were attended by a large circle of sorrowing friends and relatives.
BATTS JOHN EDWARD SR. 7 13 1838 1 10 1914 HUGHES
Death of J.E.Batts, Sr.-Mr.J.E.Batts, Sr., a venerable and highly respected citizen of this county died on last Saturday at the home of hos son, Mr.J.J.Batts, north of the city, and was buried the following day in the Hughes Cemetery, Rev.G.H.Kirker, or the Presbyterian Church, conducting the funeral services. Deceased wasborn in Limestone County, Alabama, July 13. 1838, and departed this life January 10,1914, the ripe old age of 75 years, 5 months and 25 days. He was twice married-the first time to Martha H.Myers, April 6,1860, which union was blessed by two children; and the second time, Feb.17,1869, to Miss Sarah Mildred Horton, to which were born seven boys. Deceased came to St.Francis County, Arkansas, on Nov.15,1869, where, with his family, he lived until the time of his death. Deceased was a member of the Baptist Church and was known as a -----Christian gentleman, a devoted husband -------. He was a gentleman of the old school, an ardent lover of the Southland, and a democrat. Deceased is survived by five sons, T.B, D.J, J, J and W.K. of this county, and J.K.Batts of Limestone Co.,Alabama. The Times joins the many friends of this family in sincere sympathy in this time of bereavement in the loss of their father. May God comfort and bless them. (Hard to Read) My g grandfather's brother. Married Sarah Mildred Horton on 17 Feb 1869. Son of John H. and Lucy G.Robinson Batts.~~~Children~~~1) Jack Cleveland Batts2) John Edward Jr. Batts 1861-?3) Thomas Rolly Batts 1872-19314) Judson James Batts 1876-?5) George Millard Batts 1874-?6) Walter Bruce Batts 1879-1919 Family links: Children: Thomas Rolly Batts (1872 - 1931)* George Murton Batts (1874 - 1938)* Judson James Batts (1876 - 1927)* Walter Bruce Batts (1879 - 1919)* Spouse: Sarah Mildred Horton Batts (1848 - 1907)* Created by: Linda Batts Howell http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=vcsr&GSvcid=48677
BATY ELSIE MAY MRS. HAYWOOD 3 4 1927 5 9 2007 FPARK 6905
NEXT TO JESS BATY-Forrest City, died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City. Mrs. Baty was born March 4, 1927, in Iowa, the daughter of Roy Haywood and Lucy Haywood. She lived in Forrest City for the past 25 years and was a housewife. Mrs. Baty married Jess Baty in 1959 and he preceded her in death in 2000. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Sloan Baty of Forrest City; a son, Harry Roy Sloan of Michigan; a sister, Hazel Burch of Michigan and several friends. Visitation for Mrs. Baty will be held on Sunday, May 13, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside on Monday, May 14, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery. Published: 2007-05-11Forrest City Times Herald
BATY FLORENCE O. MRS. 2 4 1928 2 18 2004 FPARK 6793
Mrs. Florence "Sissy" Baty, age 76, of Widener, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, in Widener. She was a homemaker and a member of the Widener Baptist Church.Mrs. Baty is survived by a daughter, Jeannie Marie Furno of Colleoda, Tenn.; two sons, James Steve Baty of Summertown, Tenn. and Timothy Wayne Baty of Widener; a sister, Gail Jones of Forrest City; two brothers, Wallace Davis of Ann Arbor, Mich. and Bobby Davis of Forrest City; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Halford; a daughter, Patricia Ann Sidle and a brother, Gorden Davis.Visitation for Mrs. Baty will be held on Friday, Feb. 20, 2004, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Widener Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2004, at 2 p.m., at Widener Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis is in charge of all arrangements.
BATY JAMES HALFORD 5 21 1926 4 6 2001 HUGHES
21 May 1926 Mr. James Halford Baty, age 74, of Widener, died Friday, April 6, 2001, at his residence.Mr. Baty was a carpenter, a member of the VFW and Good Hope Baptist Church.He is survived by his wife, Florence Davis Baty of Widener; two daughters, Patricia Ann Sidle of Orlando, Fla. and Jeannie Furno of Culleoka, Tenn.; two sons, Jimmy Baty of Summertown, Tenn. and Timothy Baty of Widener; two brothers, Robert Baty of Marion and Leon Baty of Adrian, Mich.; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Baty were held today, Monday, April 9, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Good Hope Baptist Church. Burial followed in Hughes Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Citizen Funeral Home in West Memphis.
BATY LOLA MAE MRS. DAVIS 1 24 1916 4 8 2002 FPARK
Mrs. Lola Mae Baty, age 86, of 315 Concord in Forrest City, died Monday, April 8, 2002 at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.She was born Jan, 24, 1916 in the Newcastle Community, the daughter of Turley Davis and Viola George Davis. She was postmaster of Madison for more than 40 years and was a member of the Eastern Star and a member of Madison Baptist Church.In 1934, she married John Robert Eppes, who preceded her in death in 1955. She was also preceded in death by her second husband, Woodrow Baty.Mrs. Baty is survived by two daughters, Viola Hollowell and Linda Horton, both of Forrest City, a sister, Vera Dearing of Newcastle, seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2002, from 6 - 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2002, at Stevens Funeral Home, with burial following at Forrest Park Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Madison Baptist Church or Bethel Baptist Church.
BAUER LEVETA SUE MRS. GIBSON 1 14 1937 3 25 1999 OAKLAWN
LeVeta Sue Bauer, 60, died Thursday, March 25. She was a resident of Cherokee Village, AR and a retired office manager of House of Lloyd. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. T.C. Gibson of Aubrey.She is survived by her husband, Paul Bauer, Jr.; two daughters, Teri Taylor and Tammy Westmoreland, both of Jonesboro; four grandchildren; a sister, Lynna Morris of Cherokee Village; and two brothers, Don Gibson of Searcy and Lynn Gibson of Marianna. Funeral services were held Monday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at Heath Oak Hill Chapel in Hardy. Burial followed at Oaklawn Cemetery in Highland.Pallbearers were Adam Taylor, Doug Gibson, Russell Peck, Barry Gibson, Jason Martin and Gabe Martin. Honorary pallbearers were Jacob Taylor, Joe Westmoreland and Chelsea Westmoreland. Arrangements were handled by Heath Funeral Home in Hardy. JONESBORO SUN.
BAUGH EDDIE SR. 10 6 1924 7 12 2001 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mr. Eddie Baugh Sr., age 76, of Palestine, died Thursday, July 12, 2001, at Veteran's Medical Center in Memphis. Mr. Baugh was born Oct. 6, 1924, in Farindale and was the son of George Baugh and Kattie Fagen Baugh. He is survived by his wife, Hattie Weaver Baugh of Palestine; seven daughters, Ann Noble, Rosemary White, Rosie Adams, Debbie Murdock, all of Chicago, Ill., Ora Baugh of Fordyce, Yolanda Tate of Camden and Elnora Moss of Palestine; five sons, Eddie Baugh Jr., Sylvest Baugh and Irvin Moss, all of Chicago, Ill., George Baugh of Madison, Wis. and Stanley Baugh of Racine, Wis.; seven sisters, Georgia Harris of Malvern, Lorine Ivy, Evelyn Catron, both of Cleveland, Ohio, Odessa Smith of San Diego, Calif., Izola Thomas of Cranford, N.J. and Kattie Bennett and Bobbie Melton, both of Maywood, Ill; and a brother, Lewis Baugh of Boiling Brook, Ill. Visitation for Mr. Baugh will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2001, from 2 to 5:30 p.m., at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 19, 2001, at 1 p.m., at Antioch M.B. Church with Rev. N. Grace officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BAUGH L. C. UNK 7 1903 TENNESSEE
J.D.Baugh received a telegram announcing the death of his brother, L.C.Baugh in Elkton, Tenn.. He was unable to attend due to no train connections. 7-17-1903
BAXTER B. F. 1860 8 10 1907 UNKNOWN
Mr.B.F.Baxter, a well known farmer of this county, who formerly lived at or near Widener, died on Aug.10,1907, aged 47 years of malarial hermaturia. We have been unable to learn any particulars.8-23-1907
BAXTER UNKNOWN MRS. PEEVEY UNK 10 2 1906 UNKNOWN
It is with a sad heart that I chronicle the death of Mrs.Baxter, who passed away last Tuesday week, Oct.2,1906. She had been in failing health for some time and the angel of death visited the home of her kin, Mr.Hal Peevey, and said it was enough of her suffering for her on this earth, and to come and go to her Father's house prepared for her from the foundation of this world, She was the only sister of Hon.R.W.Peevey, who passed away a few weeks ago. 10-12-1906
BEAL MAMIE MRS WASHINGTON 7 23 1953 9 6 2008 SCOTT BOND
Mrs. Mamie Beal, age 55, of Widener, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Beal was born July 23, 1953, in Hayti, Mo. She was the daughter of J.W. Washington Sr. and Alice Jones and was a teacher in the Forrest City School District for 20 years. Mrs. Beal was a Baptist by faith and a member of Riverside Baptist Church in Widener. She is survived by her husband Roland Beal of the home; two sons, Gregory Alexander Washington of Parkin and Marvin Washington of Little Rock; three daughters, Gail Washington of Jonesboro, Agnes Beal of Forrest City and Denise Williams of Little Rock; five sisters, Willean Covington and Mable Nelson both of Hayti, Mo., Lula Washington, Martha Morrow and Juanita Hunt all of Forrest City; five brothers, J.W. Washington, Robert Washington and William Washington, all of Forrest City; Freddie Jones of Memphis and Eddie Washington of Iowa and 15 grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Beal will be held on Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Riverside M.B. Church with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Scott Bond Cemetery.Published: 2008-09-12
BEALE ASTIN MAKALA UNK 9 2 2005 Nettleton Babyland Cemetery
Astin Makala Beale, an infant, of Jonesboro died Friday, Sept. 2, 2005, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. She is survived by her parents, Andre Marquis Beale of Jonesboro and Misty Marie Williams, of Jonesboro and formerly of Forrest City; her paternal grandparents, Arnold Drone and Gillette Drone, of Colt; her maternal grandmother, Jennifer Williams of Jonesboro; her paternal great-grandparents, Robery Veasely and Ruby Veasley of Cherry Valley; her maternal great-grandparents, Richard Hodges and Virginia Hodges of Jonesboro and Frank and Betty Williams and David and Fay Bokker, all of Forrest City; and her paternal great-great-grandmother, Dora Dorris, of Cherry Valley.She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, DeJuan Williams.Graveside services for Astin Beale will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2005, at 10 a.m. at Nettleton Babyland Cemetery with Bro. Gary Chapman officiating under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home.
BEAN JENNIE B. MRS. 3 11 1917 5 30 2007 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Jennie B. Bean, age 90, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Bean was born March 11, 1917, in England. She was a retired self-employed farmer. Mrs. Bean is survived by four daughters, Carolyn Rivers and Mary Washington both of Memphis, Mae Frances Owen of Browns Mills, N.J. and Shirley Strong of Forrest City; nine sons, Wyle Bean, Fred Bean Jr., David Bean, Andrew Bean, Arthur Bean and Alonzo Bean all of Forrest City, Johnny Bean of Memphis, Bobby Bean of Tucson, Ariz. and Ricky Bean of Grand Prairie, Texas and several other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mrs. Bean will be held on Friday, June 8, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Lord's Tabernacle Holiness Church with Elder Verlee Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Garden Cemetery. Published: 2007-06-07
BEANE JOHN COLMORE JR. 7 30 1926 3 31 2001 MT.VERNON CEMETERY-WWII USARMYAIRCORPS-WWII- IMAGE2237&2238
Dr. John Colmore Beane Jr., 74, of Forrest City, died Saturday, March 31, 2001, in the hospital at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Center in Little Rock.He was born July 31, 1926, in Dierks, the son of John Colmore Beane Sr., and Stella Thompson Beane. He graduated from Paragould High School and was a World War II veteran. He attended Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia and the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, where he was a letterman on the Razorback football team and graduated with a bachelor's degree. He graduated in 1953 from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis.He established a private practice of optometry in Forrest City in 1953, and later was founder of Lifetime Vision, Inc. He retired in 1997.Dr. Beane was a member of the board of the Forrest City Savings and Loan and a charter member of the board of Forrest City Bank, was past-president of the Arkansas Optometric Association and a longtime member of the Rotary Club. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Forrest City.An Eagle Scout, he served as a Scoutmaster in Forrest City. He was an officer in the Jaycees and a charter commissioner of the Forrest City Little League Baseball Association. He was a member of the Mississippi River Parkway Commission.In 1946 he married Jacqueline Johnson, who survives him. He is also survived by a daughter, Ann Beane Hudson of Forrest City; his son, John C. Beane III, of Naples, Fla.; and a host of grandchildren, relatives and friends.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 4, 2001, at the First Baptist Church in Forrest City at 11 a.m. with Rev. Johnny Jackson, interim pastor of the First Baptist Church in Forrest City, and Dr. Randy L. Hyde, pastor of Pulaski Heights Baptist Church in Little Rock officiating. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BEARD ANNIE MAE MRS. 8 17 1912 12 17 2006 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Annie Mae Beard, age 94, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Dec. 17, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Beard was born Aug. 17, 1912, in Tupelo, Miss., was the daughter of John Jones and Laura Joyner Jones. She is survived by four sons, Oliver Williams of Chicago, Ill., Jerry Thomas of Forrest City and Carl Winters and Marvin Williams, both of Widener and one daughter, Laura Warren of Pine Bluff. Funeral services for Mrs. Beard will be held on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006, in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary with Rev. Theodis Cochran officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.Published: 2006-12-20-PER SSDI:ANNIE M BEARD 14 Aug 1911 15 Dec 2006 (V) 72336 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR)
BEARD MATTIE MRS. UNK 7 5 1902 JOHNSON 7-11-1902
The Times, in common with the many friends and relatives of the deceased, regrets exceedingly the death of Mrs.Mattie Beard, which sad event occurred at the home in Wheatley, on Saturday, July 5,1902. The remains were interred in the Johnson Cemetery at Wheatley Sunday, Elder W.H.Paslay presiding. Mrs.Beard was a niece of Mrs. John R.Brown of this city. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of the community.
BEARD MOSE UNK 12 30 1909 MADISON
Mose Beard, who had been with Dr.W.H.Alley for the past fifteen years, died yesterday, Dec.30,1909. He was a faithful and honest servant. He will be missed by all who knew him. 12-31-1909
BEASLEY CHARLES EDWARD 4 4 1954 8 27 2008 WEST
Mr. Charles Edward Beasley, age 54, of Palestine, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at Hospice Home Care in Little Rock. Mr. Beasley was the son of Lee Beasley and Zelma Beasley. He was born April 4, 1954, in Palestine and is survived by three daughters, Alicia Beasley Doyle, Sharonda Beasley Robinson and Carmen Beasley; three sisters, Derene Cochran of Forrest City, Darlene Mora and Doris Norman both of Palestine; five grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mr. Beasley will be held on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, at noon at Stanley Grove Church in Palestine. Burial will follow in West Cemetery in Palestine. Published: 2008-08-29
BEASLEY ELEANOR MRS. BEACH 7 20 1923 12 28 2003 FPARK IMAGE2679
Mrs. Eleanor Beach Beasley, age 80, of Jonesboro, formerly of Hughes, died Sunday, Dec. 28, 2003, at the Craighead County Nursing Home in Jonesboro.Mrs. Beasley was born July 20, 1923, in Boston, Mass., the daughter of George Beach and Verna Beach. She grew up in Rome, N.Y., and was a graduate from Cornell University in 1946. She moved to Arkansas in 1949, and lived in the Hughes community from 1951 through 1996. She lived in Jonesboro from 1997 until her death.She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, first in Hughes and later in Jonesboro. She served as a member of the East Arkansas Community College board of trustees. She was a president of the Hughes PTA, president of the Hughes Garden Club, president of the Hughes United Methodist Women, a Sunday School teacher, a member of the St. Francis County Farm Bureau Women's Committee, and was involved in many other community activities in East and Northeast Arkansas. She was a "Daughter of the American Revolution" and an honorary member of the "Daughters of the Confederacy."Mrs. Beasley was preceded in death in 1994 by her husband, Harry E. Beasley.Survivors include three sons, David Beasley of Raleigh, N.C., Thom Beasley of Jonesboro and Harry G. Beasley of Cordova, Tenn.; two daughters, Nancy Beasley Lofton of Hughes and Jane Beasley Mason of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., and 18 grandchildren.Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003, at Stevens Funeral Home.Funeral services for Mrs. Beasley will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2003, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Forrest Park Cemetery.
BEASLEY G. W. Mrs. UNK 4 16 1897 FCTIMES
Mrs.G.W.Beasley, of Johnson township, died Tuesday at an advanced age. She was one of the oldest inhabitants of St.Francis Co., having resided here over a half a century.-4-19-1895
BEAZLEY E. J. MRS. UNK 4 28 1906 MARIANNA
Death of A Good Woman=After a long and lingering illness of several weeks duration, the spirit of Mrs.E.T.Beazley passed, on last Saturday morning, Apr.28,1906, from its earthly habitation to the Great Beyond. Mrs.Beazley was one of Marianna's best and charitably disposed woman. She was loved by everyone and lived a life that was full of usefulness and beauty. Deceased is survived by husband, father, four children, one sister, and five brothers. The remains were interred Saturday afternoon, a large concouse of friends and relatives following her to the last resting place. Lee County Courier. Mr.E.J.Beazley, is a brother of Mr.W.C.Beazley of this county, and is well known. His sister, Mrs.J.Q.Allen, formerly of this county, is now making her home with him and will help with the raising of his children. Brother could be Williamson C.Beazley of Johnson township, in the 1900 census with wife Delanie C, and 5 children. 5-4-1906
BEAZLEY GRADY 9 27 1890 8 20 1968 FPARK NATIVE
Birth: Sep. 22, 1890 Death: Aug. 20, 1968 August 20, 1968-Grady Beazley's Services Set For WednesdayFuneral services for Grady Beazley, 77, who died early today in Forrest Memorial Hospital, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Stevens Funeral Home.Rev. Clyde Hankins will conduct the services. Burial will be in Forrest Park Cemetery.Mr. Beasley was born here Sept. 22, 180, the son of Mrs. Charlotte Henry Beazley and W. C. Beazley. A retired postal employee, he was a member of First Baptist Church.He made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Tom B. Harris, 713 Redwood Drive. His wife, Mrs. Ruby Clark Beazley, died in 1961.A lifelong resident of the county, Mr. Beazley had been in failing health since May.In addition to Mrs. Harris, he is survived by another daughter, Mrs. Ted McGuire of St. Louis; a sister, Mrs. J. P. Fogg, also of Forrest City; and two grandchildren.
BEAZLEY J. R. JUDGE 1842 9 6 1912 CONFEDERATE CEMETERY-MEMPHIS CSA-CIVIL WAR
A notice that Judge J.R.Beazley died this morning at St.Joseph's Hospital in Memphis was received too late for today's paper. Details are unknown at this time. 9-13-1912 Judge Beazley was born in Richmond, Va., about 1842, being it is said, about 70 years of age. He came to Forrest City from Winchester, Tenn., about thirteen years ago, and made it his home ever since, until two weeks ago when due to his health, he went to Memphis for care at St.Josephs' Hospital. His friends here never heard from him after he left, and knew nothing of his condition until a message came he was dying. He expired last Friday, Sep.6,1912, and his remains were interred in the Confederate Cemetery in Memphis, under the auspices of the local camp. The career of Judge Beazley has been a remarkable one, but we do not have the data at hand. He was a Confederate soldier and was living at Memphis at the time of his enlistment. We think he was once in the newspaper business, at Knoxville, Tenn., where he was shot with a pistol in the hands of Judge Sneed of the Supreme Court, whom he had critisized in the columns of the paper, the ball shattering one of his arms. He was an able lawyer, but not particularly successful, because he usually championed the right, and justice is very fickle. He spent his declining years principally in trying to preserve the rightful heirs to the Hiram Evans estate, but the courts have been against him, and he had not succeeded. Judge Beazley had no family, having never married, and we know of no known relatives His illness and death were perhaps indirectly due to an runaway accident several months ago, at which time a mule that he was driving to a buggy, was frightened at an automobile, and subsequently threw the Judge and caused severe bruises, and he became emaciated after that, and died from inflammation of the bowels. He was a genial, polished gentleman of the old school, and was respected by all that knew him.
BEAZLEY WILLIAMSON CLIVE 11 23 1853 5 21 1909 BEAZLEY MARRIED TO DELANIE C.HENRY, AGE 19-DEC.19,1877 BY J.C.HARDIE, M-AGE 24
5-28-1909 DEATH OF MR.W.C.BEAZLEY=Mr.W.C.Beazley, died Friday night, May 21,1909 in Little Rock, where he had been taken for treatment. The remains were brought to this city Saturday evening, and were interred Sunday at the family burying grounds near Good Hope, about five miles north of this city. The funeral proceeded from the residence, Rev.W.L.Wilford presiding. A widow, four sons and two daughters survive him, namely:Mr.H.L.Beazley of Coregido, Phillipines, P.L, and W.L. Beazley of Madison, and Misses Olive and Naomi Beazley of this county. Mr.Beazley had been a long time resident of this county, and was well known and unusually esteemed by all. Mr.E.J.Beazley and son of Marianna, and Mrs.Mattie Allen of Little Rock, brother and sister of the deceased, came to Forrest City to attend the obseques. The Times desires to join the bereaved family and relatives in extending sincere condolences.
BECK ADELINE M. MRS. MARKHAM 7 28 1914 1 11 2000 FPARK 5676 FAIRVIEW
Next to Ernest Beck- Adeline M. Beck, age 85, of Hughes, died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2000, at her home. Mrs. Beck was born July 28, 1914, in Lewisburg, Tenn., to Grover Bunyan Markham and Ethel Markham. She lived in Hughes most of her life, was a housewife, a member of Eastern Star and First United Methodist Church in Hughes. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Jo Beck in 1978. She is survived by a daughter, Carey Goacher of Hughes; two grandchildren and eight step-grandchildren. Visitation will be tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2000, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Services will be Thursday, Jan. 13, 2000, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Hughes with Rev. Jack Jackson officiating. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BECK JOHN W. CAPT. 2 23 1838 3 8 1905 CITY CO.G-22ND MISSISSIPPI
AN HONORED CITIZEN DEAD-Capt.John W.Beck passes to his eternal reward Wednesday night, Mar.8,1905. A progressive business man. As the Times closes its forms, and goes to press, today, the mortal remains of its one-time friend and patron, Capt.John W.Beck lies in state at the family home, awaiting the hour of 8 o'clock when the funeral ceremonies will be said by Rev.P.H.Hensley, of the Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev.W.C.Davidson, of the Methodist church. The body will then be taken to the Forrest City cemetery for interment. Capt. John W.Beck was born in Washington, Wilkes Co., Georgia Feb.28,1838, and died in the Petty Sanitarium in Memphis, of complicated general debility. He was the son of John and Esther Beck, and his early life was spent upon the farm and in attendance upon the schools of his neighborhood, He moved to Mississippi a few years before the great conflict between the States, and when that bloody carnage began, he was one of the first volunteers to enter the Confederate service. He was a member of Co.G, of the gallant 22nd Mississippi Regiment, and served faithfully and heroically for four years and three days, surrendering at Greensboro, N.Carolina. He was a true soldier, and knew not the meaning of the word lose. After the war Capt.Beck went to Memphis, and for four years was a salesman in one of the stores in that city. In 1869 he came to Forrest City, and was similarly employed by A.L.Grady & Co. At the expiration of two years, in 1871, he became a member of the firm of Wynne, Dennis & Beck, which for many years was one of the leading business houses in Eastern Arkansas. They did a large furnishing business and were very successful. In 1874 he was happily married to Miss Alice L.Casteel, daughter of Uncle Bob Casteel, as he was familiarly known, to which union were born four children, the first, a boy, died in infancy. His wife, and three daughters, viz: Mrs.D.C.Webb, Miss Emma and Miss Attie Beck, survive him. In 1889, the firm was dissolved, Capt. Wynne moving to Memphis, and Capt.Dennis retiring to private life, and shortly afterwards crossing the great river and going to his reward. Capt.Beck then reorganized the firm, taking in a partner, Mr.Jno.M.Nichols, who had for long years been in employ of the firm. The new firm the J.W.Beck & Co.. Until the first of this year, Capt.Beck had been active in the company, when it was dissolved due to his failing health. He had been unable to attend to his business about two weeks ago,and ten days ago was taken on Sunday was taken to the Petty Sanitarium in Memphis, accompanied by his wife and son in law, Mr.D.C.Webb. Capt.Beck had been identified with the history of this city in its every upward and onward step. He was a member of the Baptist church, to which he gave liberally, and also to the schools of the city. His estate is estimated to be between $40000 to $60000. He owned stock in the Bank of Eastern Arkansas, President of the Hotel Co., and until recently was a director of the Choctaw Railroad Company. He was a Mason, a Knight of Pythias, and an Odd Fellow. The precious remains arrived from Memphis yesterday noon, and his brother of Valden Miss., Mr.D.W.Beck was in town for the funeral, he is the father of Mr.George Beck of this city. 3-10-1905
BECK PAULA GAIL MRS. 1 26 1939 11 29 1999 FAIRVIEW MEMORIAL GARDENS
Paula Gail Edwards Beck, 60, of Bella Vista, died Monday, Nov. 29, 1999, at her home. Mrs. Beck was born Jan. 26, 1939. She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1959 and taught school in Texas, Arkansas and Tennessee. She worked as an office manager for the family business while living in Forrest City for 25 years. She moved to Bella Vista in April of 1997. She is survived by her husband William "Bill" Beck of Bella Vista; a daughter, Leigh Anne Branch of Fayetteville and two grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. at the Bella Vista Community Church with Rev. David McKay officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Memorial Gardens under the direction of Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bella Vista Community Church.
BECK WILLIAM TRAVIS 9 6 1937 5 31 2003 GIBSON BAYOU
Mr. William Travis Beck, age 65, of Proctor, died Saturday, May 31, 2003, at his home.Mr. Beck, a self-employed mechanist, was a member of Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church, the National Rifle Association and the Reserve Department CCSO. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Ruth Beck of Proctor; three daughters, Ruthie Layne Sexton and Laurie Kay Follis, both of Proctor and Aleitha Lorraine Gray of Fort Mill, S.C.; two sisters, Iva Lambert of Madera, Calif., and Lorene Joyce of Osceola; one brother, Johnny Beck of Parkin; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Beck will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2003, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church with burial following in Gibson Bayou.PER SSDI:06 Sep 1937 31 May 2003 (V) 72376 (Proctor, Crittenden, AR
BECK ELISE MRS. PREWETT 10 31 1883 9 22 1906 CITY
Death of Mrs.Geo.D.Beck=Mrs.George D.Beck, nee Elise Prewett, eldest daughter of and second child of John M. and Emma C.Prewett, died at the residence of her parents in this city, Saturday, Sep.22,1906, of typhoid-malarial fever, after a lingering illness of several weeks, aged 22 years, ten months, and 22 days. The precious remains were laid to rest last Sunday in the Forrest City cemetery, the funeral services being conducted at the residence by Elder J.H.Cason. Elise Prewett was born in Forrest City, on Oct.31, 1883, where she has resided almost continuously until her death. She was a graduate of Quachita Musical Conservatory at Arkadelphia, and united with the Baptist church in that city in 1900. She was married to Mr.George D.Beck, nephew of the late Capt.J.W.Beck, of this city, on Dec.21,1904, and he survives her. Mrs.Beck was one of the most highly accomplished young women in the community, and had many noble traits of character which endeared her to a wide circle of friends. The Times desires to join these in sincere condolences to the bereaved family, and express the hope that God will comfort them. Mr.& Mrs.Marion Prewett of Helena came up for the funeral. 9-28-1906
BEDWELL ALFRED OLLIE 3 31 1914 6 17 2004 LAGRANGE CEMETERY
Mr. Alfred Ollie Bedwell, age 90, of Hughes, died Thursday, June 17, 2004, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mr. Bedwell was born March 31, 1914, in Paragould, the son of R.L. Bedwell and Necie Barnhill. He was a self-employed carpenter and is survived by two sons, Everett J. Worley of Hughes and Ollie H. Hubbard of Milwaukee, Ore.; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Bedwell will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2004, at 10 a.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna. Burial will follow in LaGrange Cemetery in LaGrange.
BEECH Mr. UNK 1898 FCTIMES
A couple of fatal accidents occurred on the Little Rock and Memphis railroad the past week. Last Tuesday, a week ago, a man named Beech while attempting to go onto the freight train at the coal shute at Goodwin, slipped and fell under the wheels, and he died a few minutes later. He lived in Argenta, and leaves a wife and two children. Last Friday night, during the storm, a brakeman named Wm.Gaydon, was fatally injured at Beck's Switch, a few miles west of the city. In endeavoring to put two freight cars on the switch, Guydon fell while uncoupling the two cars. The cars were almost instantly stopped, but he was so badly injured that he died shortly after being carried to Brinkley. Guydon lived at Hopefield, and was on the road only a short time. 10-7-1898
BEEDE RUDY 6 16 1946 6 2 2006 WALNUT GROVE CEMETERY
Mr. Rudy Beede, age 59, of Forrest City, died Friday, June 2, 2006, in Memphis.Mr. Beede was born June 16, 1946, in Newport, the son of F.W. Beede and Anna Abner Ball Beede Reddell. He was a mathematics teacher and the Supervisor of Technology with the Forrest City School District for 25 years. He was a member of the AEA, NEA, Forrest City Education Association and received the Presidential Award in 1983 for teaching math. He was the author of many mathematics workbooks. He was a graduate of the University of Arkansas and was a member of the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and a BTC teacher.Mr. Beede is survived by his wife, Pat Ward Beede of Forrest City; his mother of Newport; two sisters, Jean Lucas of Newport and Sue Ann Emery of Marion and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and his step-father, Raymond Henry Reddell.Funeral services for Mr. Beede were held on Monday, June 5, 2006, at 1 p.m. at Jackson's Newport Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gary Malone officiating. Burial followed in Walnut Grove Cemetery
BEEDLE RUTH MISS 4 1910 6 1911 UNKNOWN
DEATH=Little Ruth, 16 months old daughter of Mr.& Mrs.Virgil Beedle died at the home of its grandparents, Mr.& Mrs.J.J. Reedy. Mr. & Mrs.Beedle are from Garrett, Illinois, and were here on a visit to relatives. Littte Ruth was their only child. 6-30-1911
BEGGS DOUG 12 1 1945 1 20 2004 MEMORIAL SERVICE
Mr. Doug Beggs, age 58, of Pangburn, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, in Little Rock.Mr. Beggs, born Dec. 1, 1945 in Blytheville, was the son of Roy and Christine Rowlett Beggs. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of Lodge #198 in Forrest City. He worked for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for 20 years in Fisheries and Wildlife management.Mr. Beggs is survived by his wife, Judy Green Beggs; a son, Steve Flowers of Colt; four daughters, Debbie Brickey of Palestine, Kathy Chism of West Memphis, Maria Smith of Pangburn and Robbin Wilson of Wynne; his mother and step-father Max Rothe of Letona; a sister, Patricia Casey of Forrest City and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and one grandchild, Todd Smith Jr.Visitation for Mr. Beggs will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004, at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m.
BEGGS JOHN WAYNE 12 8 1930 6 30 2007 McELROY
Mr. John Wayne Beggs, age 76, of Caldwell, died Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Beggs was born Dec. 8, 1930, in Wynne, the son of Garnett Lee Beggs and Ida Louise McElroy Beggs. He was a graduate 1950 Wynne High School graduate and a member of the First Baptist Church in Caldwell where he was a Sunday school teacher and an assistant song leader. He lived in St. Francis County for 40 years. Mr. Beggs is survived by his wife, Lois Fisher Beggs of Caldwell; four sons, Robert Beggs of Memphis, David Beggs of West Memphis, Bud Self of Barlett, Tenn and Jim Self of Moro; two daughters, Mary Ruth Ward of Caldwell and Belinda Reeves of Forrest City; 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Fayne Beggs and Howard W. Meredith Sr. Visitation for Mr. Beggs will be held on Friday, June 22, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home with Rev. Carter Pierce and Gary Hughes officiating. Burial will follow in McElroy Cemetery in Wynne . The family requests that memorials be sent to the First Baptist Church of Caldwell. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.kernodlefh.com.Published: 2007-06-22
BELL DANIEL UNK 12 25 1905 UNKNOWN
Joe Sartin captured, wanted for the murder of Daniel Bell who was indicted by the St.Francis county grand jury. Sartin is wanted for the murder on Dec.25,1905. He says he is innocent, and had been tried by Squire Sanders, and acquitted. 12-7-1906
BELL DANIEL UNK 12 26 1905 UNKNOWN
DANIEL BELL KILLED=Daniel Bell had an altercation on Tuesday, Dec.26,1905. at the home of C.C.Sartin, in which the two Sartins, and maybe others, were engaged. Bell left the house making threats, and later returned , and was about to assault old man Sartin, when Joe Sartin struck him in the head with a hammer, two or more blows, from which he died a few hours later. The Sartins were brought to town by Deputy Sam Swan, and Joe was arraigned Wednesday before Squire Sanders, charged with murder. Squire Sanders dismissed the charges saying, on the ground that he had the right to defend his castle. 12-29-1905
BELL DELOIS McCAULEY 1944 6 22 2007 PARADISE GARDENS
WESTBURY, N.Y. -- Delois McCauley Bell, 63, of Westbury, formerly of WYNNE, died Friday, June 22, 2007, at her home. Survivors include her sisters, Lucretta Irby of WYNNE and Clotell McClay of San Diego; and brother, R.C. McCauley of St. Louis. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 30, at noon in Jones Temple Church of God in Christ at WYNNE. Burial will be in Paradise Gardens Cemetery at Edmondson. There will be no visitation. Woodard Funeral Service of WYNNE is in charge of arrangements.
BELL JAS. MRS. UNK 1 1900 BELL
Died at her home near Palestine, Mrs.Jas.Bell. The deceased was born in Mississippi, and came to Arkansas when very young, and was married to Jas.Bell, Nov.10,1868. She leaves a husband and two sweet little boys, a mother, sisters, one brother and a host of friends. The remains were buried at the Bell cemetery Jan.11,1900. May the Lord bless and comfort them in their sorrow. A Friend. FORREST CITY TIMES 1-19-1900
BELL SAM MR. UNK 2 19 1902 FCTIMES 2-21-1902
Mr.Sam Bell, died at this place on the 19th with pneumonia.Democrat Times.
BELLINGER JAMES ROY 7 21 1920 12 4 2004 TYRONZA CEMETERY-WWII
Mr. James Roy Bellinger, age 84, of Marion, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004, at the Johnson Hobson Care Home in Marion.Mr. Bellinger was a farmer, World War II veteran of the United States Army and was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Georgia Bellinger of Marion; a daughter, Susan Cordell of Heth; two sons, Mike Bellinger and Ricky Bellinger both of Forrest City; two sisters, Ellen Gillis and Peggy Brewington both of Auburndale, Fla.; one brother, Elton Bellinger of Auburndale, Fla.; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Bellinger will be held graveside at Tyronza Cemetery in Tyronza on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, at 12 p.m. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis is in charge of all arrangements.PER SSDI:21 Jul 1920 04 Dec 2004 (V) 72364 (Marion, Crittenden, AR)
BELSER L. H. UNK 8 14 1908 OREGON
COMMITS SUICIDE=L.H.Belser, former well-known Hotel Man ends life with rifle=The many close friends of Mr.L.H.Belser and family, formerly of the Hotel Marion, of this city, are terribly shocked to learn of the sudden and awful death of Mr.Belser, who shot himself a few days ago at a hotel in Medford, Oregon, where he had been stopping for a week. The following from the Portland, Evening Telegram:Aug.5,1908-As a climax of a spree lasting a week, Mr.L.H.Belser, a real estate dealer at Wenatchee, Washington, shot himself in his room at the Hotel Nash at 9:45 o'clock last night, Aug.4,1908, dying immediately. The rifle part of a combination shotgun and rifle was used for the deed, which was witnessed by A.J.Percival, the hotel proprietor, his son, W.E.Johnson, of the Emerick restaurant, and another man who had just been engaged to stay and look after him last night. It was done so quickly that none could prevent it. Mr.Belser arrived in the city July 27, and engaged a room at the hotel, He was about 40? years of age, well dressed, and appeared to have plenty of money, and spent it freely, mostly around saloons. He was well-behaved however, and appeared to be a gentleman. Mr.Belser was a gentleman. He was genial and poplular, was doing well, and had a bright future. He was a man who could not stand the effects of whiskey, and when drinking would almost get crazy. He went on a spree here several years ago, and it was thought he would lose his mind. He finally recovered, and was a total abstainer for several years. This last spree was the first since the one referred to, so far as we know. He leaves a widow and two sons, a lovely family-and to them we extend the heartfelt sympathy in their awful and sudden bereavement. 9-11-1908 Mr.Willie Belser was in town to take care of his mother's interests, he is taking over his father's interests in Wenatchee, Wash. and has become quite a nice young man. 8-14-1908
BENARD AZZIE LEE MRS. 1927 1 16 2001 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Azzie Lee Benard, age 74, of Hughes, died Sunday, Sept. 16, 2001, at her home.Mrs. Benard is survived by nine daughters, Ozelia Wilson, Diane Hatton, Lorene Moore, all of Hughes, Joann Toney of Memphis, Ester Dawson and Bessie Lowe of Forrest City, Azzie Lee Benard II of Brownsville, Tenn., Lavern Mason of Tulsa, Okla. and Bernice Sanders of Los Angeles, Calif.; three sons, Tommy Benard and David Benard, both of Hughes and William Benard of Chicago, Ill.; a sister, Alberta Long of Forrest City; two brothers, Robert Lee Randle of Rozell, N.J. and Phillip Randle of Forrest City; 43 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Benard will be held Friday, Sept. 21, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Anthony Funeral Home Chapel in Anthonyville. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept. 22, 2001, at 11 a.m., at St. Luke M.B. Church in Hughes with burial following in Paradise Garden with Anthony Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements
BENDER AVELENE MRS. VESTAL 11 23 1919 7 15 2005 STRONG CEMETERY
Mrs. Avelene Vestal Bender, age 85, died Friday, July 15, 2005, at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe, La.Mrs. Bender was born Nov. 23, 1919, in Strong, the daughter of Huey Vestal and Lou Hendrix Vestal. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Strong.Mrs. Bender is survived by three sons, E. Michael Bender, Albert M. Bender and Alfred N. Bender; one daughter, Sandra B. Beauchamp; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellsworth Michael Bender; three brothers, Evan Vestal, Albert Vestal and Allison Vestal and three sisters, Dovie Little, Myrtie Cobb and Sadie White.Funeral services were held for Mrs. Bender on Sunday, July 17, 2005, at Perry's Funeral Chapel in Strong. Burial followed in Strong Cemetery.
BENNETT JAMES NOLAN 8 8 1928 3 15 2008 LONE TREE KOREA VET
James "Jim" Nolan Bennett, 79 of Conway passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2008. Born in Almyra, on Aug. 8, 1928, he was a son of the late William Henry and Bertha Irene Bennett. Jim was a loving husband, father and grandfather, a member of Naylor United Methodist Church, an Army Veteran of the Korean War and a long time employee of First Electric Cooperative in Stuttgart, where he was the Member Services Manager. He was well known for his community and civic activities, but most known for his love of railroads and as the historian for the Railroad Historical Society. He was preceded in death by his previously mentioned parents; his first wife Betty (McCollum) Bennett, two daughters, Megan Ann Bennett and Mary Elizabeth Duppslaff; a brother William Arthur Bennett and two sisters, Ethel Bennett and Emma Mae Oliver. Mr. Bennett is survived by his wife of 21 years, Donna ( Walley ) Bennett; two daughters, Charlotte Wilcoxson and husband Rodd of Jonesboro, and Amy Cowling of Magnolia; a step-son Robert Spivey and wife Cindy of Wiggins, Miss.; a step-daughter Margaret Reinold and husband Jim of Conway; seven grandchildren, Jake Spivey, Dawn Bramlett, Laine Spivey, Josh Sweetin, Taylor Sweetin, Megan Cowling and Caitlin Cowling;one great grandchild Braden Bramlett and his sister-in-law Linda McKenzie. Services will be held at First United Methodist Church in Stuttgart on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Lone Tree Cemetery in Stuttgart. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Timber Ridge Neurological Center, Arkansas County Agricultural Museum or the charity of your choice. On line guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.comPublished: 2008-03-17
BENNETT HELEN E. MRS. McCURLEY 9 28 1929 6 18 2001 HUGHES
Mrs. Helen E. McCurley Bennett, age 71, of Colt, died Monday, June 18, 2001, at her home.Mrs. Bennett was born Sept. 28, 1929 and was the daughter of Tony Lee McCurley, Sr. and Nora Virginia Caldwell McCurley. She was retired from General Industries and was a member of the Caldwell Baptist Church, where she was active in the senior citizens group.Mrs. Bennett was preceded in death by her father and step-father, one brother, one sister and a son, Lester Bennett.She is survived by her husband, Albert Bennett, Jr. of the home; her mother, Nora Parke of Forrest City; three sons, Harold Bennett of Caldwell, Larry Bennett and Howard Bennett, both of Forrest City; three daughters, Patricia Garrett of Colt, Rhonda Gregory of Luling, La. and Yvonne Crossen of Mesquite, Texas; two brothers, Tony McCurley, Jr., and Paul Parke, both of Forrest City; two sisters, Eloise Rice and Juanita Jountz, both of Illinois; 16 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bennett will be Tuesday, June 19, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 20, 2001, at 2 p.m., at the Caldwell Baptist Church at Caldwell with Bro. Gary Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BENNETT JAMES 12 3 1922 6 14 2005 FPARK 6906
NEXT TO LORETTA BENNETT-James Bennett, 82 of Caldwell passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at the Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, TN. Mr. Bennett, an honored World War II Veteran, lived out his entire life as a farmer in St. Francis, Lee and Phillips Counties of Arkansas. Having served on numerous boards and committees, Mr. Bennett and his leadership will be missed by the community he loved.His wife Loretta and four children - Bill Bennett of Benton, AR, Jim Bennett of Germantown, TN, Jerry Bennett of McRae, AR, and Judy Hull of Islamorada, FL, survive him. He also leaves behind one brother Bing Bennett of Bismarck, AR, and two sisters Laverne Vaughn of Mayflower, AR and Loese Lane of Melbourne Beach, Fl.Mr. Bennett was blessed with 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren, who will miss him dearly.Visitation will be held Thursday, June 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, Forrest City, AR. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stevens Funeral Home with burial to follow at Forrest Park Cemetery.
BENNETT MARTHA JANE MRS. DRURY 1 23 1922 7 22 2007 CROSSLAWN
Mrs. Martha Jane Drury Bennett, age 85, of Wynne, died on Sunday, July 22, 2007, at Wynne Health Care Center in Wynne. Mrs. Bennett was born Jan. 23, 1922, in Colt, the daughter of Charles and Cora Drury. She was a home maker and a long time resident of Cross County. Mrs. Bennett was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and she was a Methodist by faith. Mrs. Bennett is survived by two sons, Stanley Bennett and Ronnie Bennett, both of Wynne; two daughters, Cora Hess of Madison, Ala. and Judy McManus of Camden; two sisters, Vera Brown of Wynne and Elizabeth Adams of Colt; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Bennett; a sister, Viola Jordan and a brother, John Drury. Funeral services for Mrs. Bennett will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at 10 a.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home with burial following in Crosslawn Cemetery in Wynne.Published: 2007-07-23
BENNETT NICOLE MICHELLE 4 6 1986 10 19 2004 FPARK 5937
5937-Miss Nicole Michell Bennett, age 18, of Forrest City, Arkansas died Tuesday, October 19, 2004. Her death was sudden and unexpected.Miss Bennett was born April 6, 1986, in Bethesda, Maryland. She was the daughter of Timothy F. Bennett and Terry Lynn Thorne Astin. Miss Bennett had lived in Forrest City most of her life and was a graduate of Forrest City High School. She worked at Vel-Rich Jewelry store and was attending the Plaza Beauty School. Miss Bennett was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and had helped coach 4 and 5 year old youth soccer.Miss Bennett is survived by mother and father Terry and Joey Astin of Forrest City; father and mother Timothy and Lori Bennett of Braselton, Georgia; one sister, Claudia Astin of the home; two brothers, Justin Moore and Grant Bennett both of Braselton; maternal grandmother, Paula Thorne of Marianna; paternal grandmother, Naomi Bennett of Kingsport, Tennessee; paternal grandparents, Carroll and Jo Anne Astin of Forrest City. Miss Bennett is also survived by her fiancee, James McMahan of Forrest City.Funeral services will be Friday, October 22, 2004 at the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Leon Wilson will be officiating the service with burial to follow at Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home Thursday. The family requests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church or the Arkansas Special Olympics-Area 8.
BENNETT W. W. UNK 9 1905 UNKNOWN
The Forrest City Times. Sept. 15, 1905. Killed While Coupling Cars. W. W. Bennett, a brakeman on the Hot Springs Western, was killed whild coupling cars near Benton last week. He was making a coupling between a flat car loaded with steel rains and a box car. One of the rails slipped out of place and pinned the unfortunate young man to the box car.
BENSON FLOYD 10 3 1919 3 18 2002 STANLEY GROVE CEMETERY
Mr. Floyd Benson, age 82, of Forrest City, died Monday, March 18, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Benson, born Oct. 3, 1919, in Felton, was the son of Levi Benson and Martha Branch Benson. He was a retired employee of Yale Hoists.Mr. Benson was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Tomlin Benson on Dec. 5, 2000.He is survived by three daughters, Evelyn Brittnum, Linda Love and Janis Benson, all of Forrest City; two sons, Ronnie Benson of McDonald, Ga. and Ricky Benson of Forrest City; 16 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Benson will be held Friday, March 22, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. A second visitation service will be held Saturday, March 23, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Summerfield M.B. Church. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, March 23, 2002, at noon, with Pastor Ricky Benson officiating. Burial will follow in Stanley Grove Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BENSON HARRY E. 1 10 1931 5 18 2007 BAKER'S CEMETERY
WILLIFORD -- Harry "Sonny" Benson, 76, of Williford died Friday at his residence. Born in Madison, he was a retired farm manager and owned and operated a grocery store in Hernando, Miss. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Benson of the home; a son, Jerry Benson; a daughter, Debby Jones, both of Williford; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in Roller-Farmers Union Chapel with Chuck Bursi officiating. Burial will follow in Baker's Cemetery near Hardy.
BERGMAN JOSEPHINE R. MRS. 8 30 1865 7 2 1911 CITY IMAGE1034
7-7-1911DEATH=Birth: Aug. 30, 1865 Death: Jul. 2, 1911 The Forrest City Times. July 7, 1911. Death of Mrs.Josephine Bergman. Mrs. Henry Bergman, of this city, died Sunday in Memphis after a surgical operation, and the remains were brought here Monday, arriving at 2 o'clock, and were taken to the family residence in the west part of town, and there lay in state until Tuesday afternon, when the funeral services were had, being conducted by Rev. J. R. Nelson, of the Methodist church, at the home at 5 o'clock, after which the remains were conveyed to the Forrest City cemetery and there interred under the auspices of the Knights & Ladies of Honor, in the presence of quite a number of friends and the surviving relatives. Mr. Bergman came here about six years ago, and has been employed with the Forrest City Manufacturing Company. Mrs. Bergman and children did not come until later, about eighteen months ago. They soon found friends among their neighbors, and were highty esteemed, as is evidenced by the many kind though sorrowful words of those who knew her best. Deceased early married a Mr. Fox, and two children blessed their union, but soon the Grim Reaper took him from her, and afterwards she was again happily married, this time to Mr. Bergman, with whom she has spent 23 years of happy married life and to their union four children were born, three of whom survive her. At the time of her death she was 46 years of age, and was an active member of the Methodist church, the Home Missionary Society and the K. & L. of H. She was a kind mother, a devoted wife, and accommodating and genial neighbor, whose death is deeply mourned by her family and those friends with whom she was intimately associated. We deeply sympathize with the bereft family in this, the greatest grief they have ever known. May God comfort them.- Brenda Huntley Added: 4/8/2007
BERLIN PATRICIA A. MOODY UNK 10 7 2001 UNK
Mrs. Patricia Ann Moore Berlin, formerly of Forrest City, died Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001, in Chattanooga, Tenn.Mrs. Berlin was a 1957 graduate of Forrest City High School and was the daughter of Adine J. Moore.She was preceded in death by a brother, John I. Moore of Baton Rouge, La.Mrs. Berlin is survived by her husband, Dr. Joel Berlin of Chattanooga, Tenn.; two sons, Jimmy Taylor of Alpharetta, Ga. and Maynard Holt, III, of Brooklyn, N.Y. and one brother, Dr. Charles Moore of Metarie, La.., four grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
BERMAN ARTHUR IRA 7 15 1950 10 15 2005 Temple Israel Cemetery in Memphis
Mr. Arthur Ira Berman, age 55, of Wynne, died Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005 at his home. Mr. Berman was born July 15, 1950, in Philadelphia, Pa.Mr. Berman earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Pennsylvania State University, an MLS degree from Indiana State University and an Ed.S. degree in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University.He was a member of both the American Library Association and the Arkansas Library Association. In 2001, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the Arkansas Library Association.Mr. Berman recently retired from East Arkansas Community College where he served as the director of the Learning Resource Center for 25 years. Before working at EACC, he was the librarian at Northwood Institute in West Baden, Ind. He was a member of the Temple Israel in Memphis and of the Temple Israel Brotherhood. He had served as a Temple Israel religious school teacher and was a past president of the B'nai Sholem Lodge #754.Mr. Berman is survived by his wife, Sharon Berman of Wynne; a daughter, Rivka Berman of Fayetteville; his mother, Rhonda Augustine of Sunrise, Fla. and a brother, Dr. Harry Berman of Springfield, Ill.Graveside services were held on Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, at 3:30 p.m. at the Temple Israel Cemetery in Memphis. Canale Funeral Directors, Inc. was in charge of all arrangements.
BERNARD CHARLES WALTER 7 21 1856 12 23 1912 CITY
12-27-1912 CHARLEY BERNARD PASSES AWAY=This community, in fact, the whole county, white and black, and elsewhere, wherever he was known, were deeply shocked and the hearts of loved ones torn assunder and lacerated by the untimely and very sad death of Mr.Charley W.Bernard, which occurred in Memphis last Monday, Dec.23,1912. Mr.Chas.W.Bernard was born at Wall Hill, Marshal county, Mississippi, on July 21,1856, and at the time of his death was only in his 57th year. He was married to Miss Hattie L.Pace, at Coldwater, Miss., on Dec.3,1884, to which union eight children were born, Bessie, the first died in infancy, and four girls, Eva, Ethel, Lillian, and Lydia, and three boys, Henry, Clarence, and Charley, and his wife, Mrs.Hattie L.Bernard survive him. He moved here from Byhalia, Miss. about fourteen years ago and was first employed with Trapp, Barker & Co., and then traveled about a year with Chas.E.Lewis, out of St.Louis. He then accepted a position with Pettus & Buford, as a salesman with whom he has since been employed for eight years. Mr.Bernard was taken sick about a week before Thanksgiving, after Thanksgiving, he had to undergo surgery from which he had complications, and had to return Friday of last week to Gartley & Ramsey's hospital where he expired. He was not a member of a church, but indicated a preference for a Christian church, and was a sincere friend of that organization. He was also a member of the Woodmen lodge of this city, and the Mason lodge. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from the family residence on South Rosser with religious ceremony at the grave by Elder E.J.P.Garrott of the Baptist church. Pallbearers: Messrs.James M.Scott, John M.Nichols, F.Laughinghouse, and E.L.Vadakin, John Grobmyer, L.E.Davenport, Dr.J.F.McDougal, and Joe Ferguson.
BERNARD WM. T. UNK 6 1910 MISSISSIPPI
Mr.Chas.Bernard, accompanied by his daughter Lydia, left Wednesday for Wall Hill, Miss.in response to a message conveying the sad news of the critical illness of his eldest brother, Wm.T.Bernard, who was stricken a second stroke of paralysis a few days ago, but they were too late, and he had gone to his reward. Mr.Bernard will visit his younger brother in Senatobia for a few days before returning. 6-3-1910
BERRY Baby Boy 1 1 1897 3 13 1897 FCTIMES NATIVE
R.L.Berry was the recipient of a new years' present that produced the most gigantic smile that we have seen for some time. It was a boy and weighed eight and a half pounds, mother is progressing fine. 1-15-1897 Later:4-2-1897 We inadvertently did not mention the death on March 13,1897 of the baby boy of Mr.& Mrs.R.L.Berry of Madison.
BERRY CLAUDE 3 9 1931 12 13 2004 WEST TENNESSEE NATIONAL CEMETERY-VET USARMY
Mr. Claude Berry, age 73, of Forrest City, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Berry was born March 9, 1931, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Claude Berry Sr. and Blanche Clay Berry. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was retired from Sanyo Manufacturing. He was also a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.Mr. Berry is survived by two daughters, Claudia Berry Edwards of Pontoon, Ill., Doris Harris of Stockton, Calif., one son, Keith Bailey of St. Louis, Mo., and seven grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Berry will be held on Thursday, Dec. 16, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at 10 a.m., at St. Luke A.M.E. Church with Johnny Kelley officiating. Burial will follow in West Tennessee National Cemetery.
BERRY FLORA MRS. STOUT UNK 2 20 1912 FCTIMES
2-23-1912 DIED=Mrs.Flora Berry, wife of Dr.A.A.Berry, of Harrisburg, passed away Feb.20,1912, and was interred in the Harrisburg cemetery the following evening, funeral services being conducted at the Methodist church by Rev.Talkington. Mrs.Berry was born and reared in this county, being the second daughter of Capt.J.W.Stout.
BERRY GLADYS RUTH MRS. HAROLD 6 8 1918 6 28 2004 FPARK
Mrs. Gladys Ruth Berry, age 86, of Memphis and formerly of Forrest City, died Monday, June 28, 2004, at the Heartland of Memphis Nursing Home.Mrs. Berry, born June 8, 1918, in Parkin, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hairold. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life and was owner/operator of Berry's Drive Inn. Mrs. Berry was also a member First United Methodist Church in Forrest City.In 1939, Mrs. Berry married William Joseph Berry and he preceded her in death in 1991. She is survived by one son, William Joseph Berry Jr. of Cordova, Tenn.; one daughter, Linda Ruth; one grandchild; and one great-grandchild.Graveside services for Mrs. Berry will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 30, 2004, at Forrest Park Cemetery under the directions of Stevens Funeral Home.
BERRY JAMES NEWTON 6 1844 11 18 1906 BRINKLEY CSA
J.N.BERRY DEAD=Mr.James Newton Berry, an old and highly respected citizen of this county, passed away at his home in this city, Sunday morning, Nov.18,1906, after an illness of several days duration. Mr.Berry was born in Madison County, Alabama June 1844, and moved to Arkansas, while yet a youth, and located at Cotton Plant, Woodruff county, from which point he enlisted in the Confederate army, and served throughout the war between the states. Dec.15,1869 he was married to Mrs.Cobble, to which union two children were born, one of whom survives him. Oct.1873, he was married to MIss Emma Anderson, to which eight children were born, two of whom with his wife survives him. Funeral services conducted by Rev.T.H.Howard, were held at the residence on Monday afternoon, last, and the remains were laid to rest in the Brinkley cemetery. There was no school Monday, in Miss Anderson's class, on account of the death of her uncle, with whom she was making her home. 11-30-1906
BERRY JOSEPH ALBERT 1919 9 22 2002 BUTLERVILLE CEMETERY
Mr. Joseph Albert Berry, age 83, of Butlerville, died Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at his home.Mr. Berry, the son of Albert Fennie Berry and Minnie Linderman Berry, retired from Arkansas Best Freight in 1980, after 23 years of service. He was a member of Greenwood M.B. Church and was a deacon for 30 years.Mr. Berry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mildred Cathey Berry, of the home; a son, Richard Berry of Pine Bluff; a daughter, Kathryn Berry Sanders of Forrest City; five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son, Larry Joe Berry of Sherwood.Visitation services for Mr. Berry will be held Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Westbrook Funeral Home in Beebe. Funeral services for Mr. Berry will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Greenwood Missionary Baptist Church with burial following in Butlerville Cemetery. Westbrook Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.The family requests that memorials be made to Greenwood M.B. Church, 11228
BERRY PEALIE MAE MRS. HOWARD 3 4 1946 4 4 2001 CASTEEL
Mrs. Pearlie Mae Berry, age 55, of Widener, died Wednesday, April 4, 2001, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.She was born March 4, 1946, in Round Pond, the daughter of the late Willie Howard and Elnora Howard. She was a housekeeper.Mrs. Berry is survived by her husband, Troy Berry of Widener; four sons, Gregory Stacy of Forrest City, John Stacy of Widener, Leonard Woodard and Marco Woodard, both of Arlington, Texas; three daughters, Vanessa Norment of Forrest City, Stephanie McDaniel of Memphis and Shante Woodard of Forrest City; four brothers, Tommy Howard of Chicago, Johnny Howard of Memphis, Terry Howard and Elliot Howard, both of West Memphis; two sisters, Willie Mae Stamps and Flora Johnson, both of Chicago and 14 grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Berry will be held Monday, April 9, 2001, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at St. John M.B. Church Monday, April 9, at 1 p.m., with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BESHEARS BILLY GENE 7 9 1937 10 16 2001 Eight Mile Cemetery at Beedeville
Mr. Billy Gene Beshears, age 64, of Wynne, died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001, near Hardy.Mr. Beshears was born July 9, 1937, in Heber Springs and was the son of Press Beshears and Elner Mae Wingate Beshears. He was a resident of Cross County most of his life, he worked for Tri-Mac Trucking Co. in Memphis for the past eight years, he had been a 21-year employee of Henson Lumber Co. in Wynne and also worked at the Coors Rice Mill in Weiner. Mr. Beshears was a 32nd degree Mason, a Shriner and a Baptist.He was preceded in death by his father and is survived by one son, Don Beshears of Wynne; three daughters, Shelby Mitchell of Wynne, Sandy Mashburn of Cherry Valley and Neva Myers of Brinkley; his mother, Elner Mae Wingate Beshears of McCrory; five sisters, Sue Matthews of Greenville, Miss., Dorothy Garland Kirkland of Winnie, Texas; Martha Mann of Newport, Mary Smith of Vanndale and Betty Woolbright of Beedeville; Six brothers, Howard Beshears of Russellville, Virgil Beshears of McCrory, Eddie Beshears of Rosie, Gene Beshears, Albert Beshears and Luther Beshears, all of Beedeville and seven grandchildren.Visitation will be Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services for Mr. Beahears will be held Friday, Oct. 19, 2001, at 2 p.m., at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne with Rev. Dan Minton officiating the service. Burial will follow in Eight Mile Cemetery at Beedeville under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne and McCrory.
BESS MATTIE ILA MRS. COCHRAN 7 26 1919 7 9 2001 Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Mrs. Mattie Ila Cochran Bess, age 81, of Forrest City, died Monday, July 9, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Bess, born July 26, 1919, in Saline County, was the daughter of Houston Cochran and Mary Ellis Lancaster Cochran. She was a long time resident of Saline County and was a housewife and a member of the First Church of Nazarene. Mrs. Bess is survived by two daughters, June Schmidt and Peggy Chism, both of Forrest City; a brother Dan Holland of Forrest City; a sister, Wanda "Bea" Soto of Heth, five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services for Mrs. Bess will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2001, at 7 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with visitation preceding from 4 to 7 p.m. A graveside service for Mrs. Bess will be held Wednesday, July 11, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Saline County at 1 p.m. with Rev. Ron Leggett officiating the service. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BEST EDDIE 1942 1 11 2009 BAKER FAMILY
Mr. Eddie Best, age 67, of Moro died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009 at his home. Mr. Best was the owner and operator of Best TV and Satellite Service in Forrest City and was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife Louise Baker Best of the home; a son, Philip Best; two daughters, Cindy Jo Allen of Crawfordsville and Yvonne Hilger of Beebe; two brothers, Danny Sandage of Sherwood and John Weisle Jr. of North Little Rock; five sisters, Jeannette Guthrey of Pine Bluff, Joyce Weisle Guthrey of White Hall, Jessica Hilton of Mablevale, Valentina Parker of Higginson and Debra Sherman of Stuttgart; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Graveside services for Mr. Best will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at the Baker Family Cemetery in Moro with Pastor Dan Gauw, Bro. Mike Holcomb and Bro. Mike Collins officiating. Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home of Brinkley is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-01-12
BETHEL GEORGE UNK 11 29 1900 FCTIMES
George Bethel, who belonged to the gang of laborers on the Choctaw, died last night, Nov.29,1900, in the waiting room, from hemmorrage of the lungs. He had been in bad health for a long time, and had been setting about the depot for several days. An inquest was held, with verdict above.11-30-1900
BICKERSTAFF CARL BENTON 11 13 1916 9 4 2003 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL PARK
Mr. Carl Benton Bickerstaff, age 86, B.nNOV.13,1916,of Caldwell, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003, at his home. He was a farmer, a member of the Earle Masonic Lodge and a member of the Gladden Baptist Church.Mr. Bickerstaff is survived by his wife, Lorane Westmoreland Bickerstaff of Caldwell; two daughters, Martha Jane LaGrone of Caldwell and Jacque Sue Key of Dallas, Texas; two sons, Danny Ray Bickerstaff and Sammie Carl Bickerstaff both of Caldwell, a sister, Faye Westmoreland of Olive Branch, Miss.; a brother, John Martin Bickerstaff of Caldwell; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Bickerstaff will be held on Friday, Sept. 5, 2003, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2003, at 1 p.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park.
BICKERSTAFF LENA MAE MRS. MIDGETT 2 27 1910 1 27 2001 FPARK IMAGE2646 ROSELAND
Mrs. Lena Mae Bickerstaff, BORN FEB.27,1910, age 90, of Hughes, died Saturday, Jan. 27, 2001, at Beverly Health Care in Jonesboro.Mrs. Bickerstaff was a homemaker and a member of Central Baptist Church in Hughes.She was preceded in death by her husband, R.H. Bickerstaff. Mrs. Bickerstaff is survived by three daughters, Kathleen Turman, of Meridan, Miss., Anna Gracey, of Forrest City, and Rose Wilkerson, of Mt. View, Mo.; four sons, Roger Bickerstaff, of Arlington, Texas, Wallace Bickerstaff, of Chicago, Ill., Russell Bickerstaff, of Jonesboro, and Marion Bickerstaff, of Tyronza; 32 grandchildren and a host of great and great-great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Bickerstaff will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2001, at 10 a.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family requests that all memorials be made to the Central Baptist Church in Hughes.
BICKERSTAFF THELMA MRS NORMAN 11 11 1913 7 22 2006 FPARK IMAGE3079 CENTERVIEW
WIFE OF T.A.BICKERSTAFF-LAST ADDRESS PER SSDI:72065 (Hensley, Pulaski, AR)-Mrs. Thelma Lucille Bickerstaff, age 92, of Hensley, died Saturday, July 22, 2006, at the Sheridan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Sheridan.Mrs. Bickerstaff was born Nov. 11, 1913, in Judsonia, the daughter of David Norman and Gracie Robbins Norman. She lived in Hughes until moving to Hensley in 1970 and was a housewife.Mrs. Bickerstaff married T.A. Bickerstaff in 1931 and he preceded her in death in 1982. She is survived by two sons, Willie Bickerstaff of Heber Springs and Charles Bickerstaff of Hensley; a daughter, Grace Herndon of Sheridan; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. Two sons, Richard Bickerstaff and Paul Bickerstaff also preceded her in death.Visitation for Mrs. Bickerstaff will be held on Tuesday, July 25, 2006, from 12 to 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held following visitation on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
BIEBER DALE LEE 7 9 1958 12 24 2006 BELL
Mr. Dale Lee Bieber, age 48, of Palestine, died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Bieber was born July 9, 1958, in West Memphis, and was the son of Joseph Leroy Bieber and Ralph and Anna Mae Daniels Whittenton. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life and was a tug boat pilot for Cummins Marine. Mr. Bieber married June Devasier in 1999 and she survives him along with three daughters, Michelle Kirby of Bay, Katlyn Bieber and Logan Bieber, both of Batesville; three brothers, Jerry Bieber and Shelly Bieber, both of Forrest City and Ricky Joe Bieber of Memphis; two sisters, Linda Jo Brazeale and Paula Kyle, both of Forrest City and one granddaughter. Visitation for Mr. Bieber will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006, at 2 p.m. in Stevens Chapel with burial following in Bell Cemetery.Published: 2006-12-27
BILLINGSLEY NAOMI MRS. FARRELL 3 21 1922 5 14 2006 BELL
Mrs. Naomi Farrell Billingsley, age 84, of Palestine, died Sunday, May 14, 2006, at the Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mrs. Billingsley was born March 21, 1922, in St. Francis County, the daughter of Sid Farrell and Lorena Woods Farrell. She lived in St. Francis County for all of her life, was a homemaker and a member of the Apostic Tabernacle Church.Mrs. Billingsley married Ernest Billingsley in 1937 and he preceded her in death in 1987. She is survived by two sons, John Billingsley of Cabot and Michael Billingsley of Hernando, Miss.; four daughters, Ernestine Betts of Augusta, Sue Parsley of Palestine, Nancy Ballard of Conway and Peggy Ford of Colt; one sister, Joyce Jones of Gulf Port, Miss.; 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Patty Brewer in 1997 and one grandchild, Randy Grant Billingsley, in 1968.Visitation for Mrs. Billingsley will be held on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery.
BILLS CURTIS W. 9 24 1929 7 11 2001 National Cemetery VET
Mr. Curtis W. Bills, age 71, of Memphis, died Wednesday, July 11, 2001, at Veterans Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Bills, born Sept. 24, 1929, in Memphis, was an employee of Woodhouse Mortuary for 20 years. He was a mortician for 40 years. Mr. Bills is survived by his wife, Mariah Woodhouse Bills of Memphis; a daughter, Annette Shaw of Virginia Beach, Va.; a sister, Jeanette Bills of Memphis and three grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Bills will be held Saturday, July 14, 2001, at Shady Grove Church in Memphis from 10 a.m. to noon. Funeral services will follow at noon at Shady Grove Church in Memphis, 1821 Kansas Street. Burial services will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2001, at 9 a.m. in the National Cemetery in Memphis under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BILLUPS TREYKAL CENTAL 6 14 2006 8 7 2006 CASTEEL
TreyKal Cental Billups, age seven weeks, of Forrest City, died Monday, Aug. 7, 2006 at LeBoneur Children's Hospital. TreyKal Billups was born June 14, 2006, at the Med in Memphis. He is survived by his parents, Danielle Renee Russell and Lorenzo Cental Billups; a brother, Lorenzo Cental Billups Jr.; grandmother's Forrest Russell and Gloria Jean Gatewood; grandfathers Edward Gatewood and Frank Hill and a host of other relatives. Funeral services for TreyKal Billups will be held on Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of People's Funeral Home with Rev. Willie P. Sanders. Burial will follow in Casteel CemeteryPublished: 2006-08-10
BINFORD JAMES 7 23 1952 9 17 2007 FCTIMES
James Binford, age 55, was born July 23, 1952 in Forrest City, Arkansas to the parents of Arthur and Vastie Binford. He passed away Sept. 17, 2007 in Dallas, Texas. He is survived by wife, Mildred Binford; son, Keyshawn; daughter, Denise and mother, Vastie Binford. Viewing will be Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 5 p.m.-7 pm. Funeral will be held Wednesday, September 19, at 7 p.m. Both services will be held at New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 9550 Shepherd Rd., Dallas, Texas. On Friday, September, 21, 2007, a funeral will be held at 10 a.m. at Gunn Funeral Home, Little Rock, Arkansas. To share tributes http:/www.goldengatefuneralhome.com/ Paid obituaryPublished: 2007-09-
BINGHAM NEWT 1869 1897 FCTIMES
3-5-1897 Last Saturday night a tenant house on B.J.Pope's place three miles south of town, was burned to the ground. Newt Bingham lost his life in the fire, being about 28 years of age, a widower with two children. Coroner Gaines discovered no evidence of foul play.
BIRD ALBERT JR. 1891 8 28 1901 YOCONA
THOUGHT IT WASN'T LOADED=Ed Hodges, shoots and accidentally kills his cousin, Albert Bird. One of the most deplorable and distressing accidents, which has happened in our county in many a day, occurred on Wednesday morning about eight o'clock, Aug.28,1901, at the home of Mr.& Mrs.A.Bird, a well known and prosperous planter of Franks township, in the Yocona neighborhood, in which his eldest son, Albert Jr., aged ten years. was shot and killed by his cousin, Ed Hodges. Mr.Bird had come back from a ride on the farm, and Ed was holding the gun, while his son held the horse, he went into the house cautioning Ed not to prank with the gun, as he went in the house the gun went off. The remains were interred in the Yocona cemetery Wednesday evening. 8-30-1901
BIRMINGHAM LEROY 9 5 1919 1 21 2009 CASTEEL
Mr. Leroy Birmingham, age 89, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Crestpark Retirement Inn. Mr. Birmingham was born Sept. 5, 1919, and was a laborer. He is survived by his wife, Cleatrice Birmingham of Forrest City; four daughters, Myra Birmingham, Rosie Lee Birmingham and Eleanor Birmingham all of Chicago, Ill. and Jackqueline Brown of Edmond, Okla.; a sister, Isabell Clark of Madison and many other family members and friends. Visitation for Mr. Birmingham will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Oak Hill Church of God with Rev. Michael Mattson officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2009-01-23
BISCOE THOMAS L. UNK 5 12 1899 FCTIMES
Helena, Ark.-May 12-Thomas L.Biscoe sticken, youngest son of the late Col.Henry N.Biscoe, who was one of the pioneers of who settled this county, was stricken with paralysis at 10 o'clock last night. Mr.Biscoe died the following day, May 12,1899. Tom Biscoe was well and favorably known in this city, having led to the altar one of Forrest City's most charming women, Miss Blanche, daughter of Capt. and Mrs.F.M.Prewett, to whom he was most devoted. Mr.Biscoe's mother, the late Mrs.J.H.O'Connor, died two months ago and left a handsome estate, which was to go to her son during his life, and then revert to the Episcopal church (Commercial Appeal in Memphis).5-19-1899-MARRIED TO B.A.PREWETT, AGE 18-SEP.14,1882 BY G.A GRAMMAR, BAPTIST MINISTER-AGE 26
BISHOP CARROLL ARLAND SR. 5 17 1935 5 27 2002 FPARK 5951 USARMY
Mr. Carroll Arland Bishop, age 67, of Forrest City, died Monday, May 27, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City.Mr. Bishop, born May 17, 1935, in Conway, the son of Bro. Cyril Clyde Bishop and Hazel New Bishop. He had made his home in the Forrest City area for the past 50 years where he served on the Forrest City Fire Department as Captain and interim chief. He was also assistant coordinator for Emergency Services in St. Francis County. Mr. Bishop was a veteran of the Army and a member of Grace Baptist Church in Wynne.Mr. Bishop was married to Sue Lloyd and she survives him along with three daughters, Sally Wimberly of Conway, Brenda Morgan of Russellville and Cindy Davis of Bartlett, Tenn.; two sons, Carroll A. Bishop Jr., and Chad A. Bishop, both of Conway; a step-daughter, Michelle Lloyd of Forrest City; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandchild Beau Aaron Morgan in 1996.Visitation services for Mr. Bishop will be held Wednesday, May 29, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Bishop will be held Thursday, May 30, 2002, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Rev. Clay Hughes and Rev. J.E. Hughes officiating the service. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.-NEXT TO SUE BISHOP-CAPTAIN
BISHOP HAZEL MRS. NEW 5 27 1908 3 21 2001 OAK GROVE
Mrs. Hazel New Bishop, age 92, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, March 21, 2001. Mrs. Bishop was born on May 27, 1908, in Enders. She was the daughter of Samuel Jasper New and Lela Elizabeth Tillery New. Mrs. Bishop made her home in Forrest City most of her life and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. She was retired from the Conway Human Development Center. Mrs. Bishop married to C.C. Bishop in 1931, and he preceded her in death in 1981. She is survived by a son, Carroll Bishop of Forrest City; five grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, March 22, 2001, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Friday, March 23, 2001, at 10 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with the Rev. Harrell Herring and Rev. Dustin Lemkie officiating. There will be a graveside service in Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway at 3 p.m. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
BISHOP THOMAS WILLIAM 12 29 1930 12 17 2004 ZION HILL CEMETERY
Mr. Thomas William "Buck" Bishop, age 74, of Bakersfield, Calif., died Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at Emmanuel San Joaquine Nursing Home in Bakersfield.Mr. Bishop, born Nov. 29, 1930, in Mississippi, is survived by four daughters, Mary Bishop, Dorothy Bishop, Verneice Bishop, all of Memphis, and Marilyn Collier of Clarmont, Fla.; two sons, Jessie Bishop of Coleman, Fla., and Kenneth Bishop of Memphis; one sister, Mandy Luchart of Oxford, Miss.; 30 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Bishop will be held on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Trinity All Nations Church in Memphis with Rev. Rose Curry officiating. Burial will follow in Zion Hill Cemetery in Millington, Tenn. under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BISSELL THEASTER MRS. ALEXANDER 11 28 1921 9 27 2002 CASTEEL
Mrs. Theaster Blissett, age 80, of Forrest City, died Friday, Sept. 27, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City Mrs. Blissett, born Nov. 28, 1921, in Palestine, was the daughter of George Alexander and Susan Wiggens. She is survived by three sisters, Annie L. Simmons of Palestine, Barbara Gates of Forrest City and Lillie N. Williams of Memphis. Visitation services for Mrs. Blissett will be held on Friday, Oct. 4, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Mrs. Blissett will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, 2002, at noon at Williams Temple Church of God in Christ with Elder Napolean Grace officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BIXLER WATANNA MRS. 1949 9 4 2007 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL PARK
Mrs. Watanna Bixler, age 58, of Hughes and formerly of Crittenden County, died Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2007, in Memphis. Mrs. Bixler was a customer service representative for Wal-Mart and a member of the Hughes First Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Tammi Scott of Bartlett, Tenn., Teresa Bixler of West Memphis and Angela Bixler of Hughes; a son, Arnold Bixler Jr., of Horseshoe Lake; a brother, Kyle Kelly of Kettering, Ohio and eight grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bixler will be held on Friday, Sept. 7, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion. The family requests that memorials be made to the UT Cancer Institute in Memphis.Published: 2007-09-06
BLACK BOB UNK 8 1905 UNKNOWN
Joe Dorsey, colored, was arrested Sunday on the Mears Hughes place on a warrant charging him with the murder of Bob Black, also colored, about two weeks ago near Round Pond. Black was a section boss on the Round Pond railroad, and became intimate with Dorsey's wife, and Dorsey killed him. Dorsey had an examining trial yesterday before Squire J.B.Sanders, and was discharged. 9-1-1905
BLACK ANDREW 5 13 1913 2 20 2002 SCOTT BOND
Mr. Andrew "Blackie" Black, age 88, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Black, born May 13,1913 in Lexa, was the son of Bill Black and Alice Fisher. He is survived by a host of cousins.Visitation services for Mr. Black will be held Friday, Feb. 22, 2002, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Mr. Black will be held Saturday, Feb. 23, 2002, at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary with Rev. Bruce Murray officiating the service. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.\
BLACK GEORGE 10 26 1921 11 19 2002 SCOTT BOND
Mr. George Black, age 81, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2002, at Methodist Hospital - Central in Memphis.Mr. Black, born Oct. 26, 1921, in Blackfish, was a retired inspector with Forrest City Machine Works. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Black of Forrest City; two sons, George Black of Forrest City and Darryl Black of South Carolina; a daughter, Debra McNutt of Little Rock; a sister, Eldorada Black of Chicago, Ill.; three stepsons, Phillip Jones Jr., Larry Jones and Calvin Jones, all of Cleveland, Ohio; four stepdaughers, Eloise Lemon of Cleveland, Ohio, Elizabeth Blake of Little Rock, Annette Winfrey of Forrest City and Joyce Parchman of Arlington, Texas; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Black will be held on Friday, Nov. 22, 2002, from noon to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Black will be held on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2002, at St. John M.B. Church in Madison with Rev. James Brooks officiating. Burial will follow in Scott-Bond Cemetery.
BLACKARD NEVA MRS. FROST 3 31 1909 1 2 2001 Oak Land Cemetery
Mrs. Neva Blackard, age 91, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2001, at St. Benard Hospital in Jonesboro.Mrs. Blackard was born March 31, 1909. She was the daughter of Robert Delon Frost and Martha Ona King Frost. She lived in Forrest City most of her life, moving here from Clarksville. Mrs. Blackard was a retired school teacher, an artist, and a Methodist.She was preceded in death by her son, Jackie Blackard, in 1991, and her husband, Marvin Jack Blackard, in 1996.Mrs. Blackard is survived by a brother, Wylie Frost, of Forrest City; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Blackard will be held on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2001, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Morgan Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Jan. 5, 2001, at 9 a.m., at Morgan Chapel, with the Rev. Rex Darling officiating. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m., in Clarksville, at the Oak Land Cemetery, under the direction of Joan Frost Gray-Ehnert
BLACKMAN BETTIE LEE MISS 10 12 1911 HUGHES
10-20-1911 DEATH=The young and beautiful daughter, Bettie Lee, of Mr.C.Y.Blackman died at their home in the New Castle neighborhood on Thursday of last week, Oct.12,1911, of convulsions, and was buried at the Hughes cemetery on Friday. The family and others bereaved have our sincere sympathy. She was a splendid girl, smart, and studious and had a lovely disposition, and was popular with a large circle of friends and schoolmates.
BLACKMAN WILLIE BERNARD 5 17 1924 2 6 2007 CASTEEL
Mr. Willie Bernard "Tan" Blackman, age 82, of Forrest City died Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2007, at Crestpark Retirement Inn. Mr. Blackman was born May 17, 1924, in Whitmore and was the son of Della Artis. He is survived by one daughter, Juanita House of Rockford, Ill.; two grandchildren and several other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mr. Blackman will be held on Friday, Feb. 9, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2007 with Pastor Lee Henderson officiating at the Church of God. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2007-02-08
BLAIN JANIE 3 8 1900 2 28 1999 HARRISBURG CITY
Janie Blain, 98, died Sunday, February 28. She was a resident of Harrisburg and a former employee of Ralph Wimpy.She left no survivors, but, funeral services were handled by friends, Tom Wimpy and Jerry Wimpy. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 4, at Faith Temple C.O.G.I.C.in Harrisburg at 2 p.m. Burial followed at Harrisburg City Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
BLAIR ANNA LOU MRS. NORTHCUTT 1931 11 2 2005 SPRING CREEK CEMETERY
Mrs. Anna Lou Blair, age 74, of Aubrey, died Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2005, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mrs. Blair was the daughter of Rex Northcutt and Dora Hinkle Northcutt. She was a member of the Fitzgerald Crossing Baptist Church of Wynne.Mrs. Blair is survived by her husband, J.B. Blair of Aubrey; three sons, Billy Dale Blair of Little Rock, Don Blair of West Memphis and Steve Blair of Heber Springs; one daughter Rex Ann Mooney of Marianna; two brothers, Bobby Northcutt of Aubrey and Merlin Northcutt of West Memphis; four sisters, Ima Jean McGee of Memphis, Betty Crossland and Judy Bellamy both of Aubrey and Maria Gardner of Searcy; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Blair will be held on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 4, 2005 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Spring Creek Cemetery near Aubrey.
BLAIR JOHN B. 1924 3 3 2009 SPRING CREEK USARMY
Mr. John B. Blair, age 85, of Aubrey, died Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Crestpark in Marianna. Mr. Blair was a retired mechanic for the Lee County public school system, a veteran of the United States Army and a member of Aubrey Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by three sons, Billy Dale Blair of Little Rock, Donald Ray Blair of West Memphis and Steve Blair of Heber Springs; one daughter, RexAnn Green of Marianna; a brother, Travis "Dutch" Blair of Aubrey; one sister, Inex Horton of Wheatley; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his wife Anna. Visitation for Mr. Blair will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Aubrey Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Spring Creek Cemetery near Aubrey.Published: 2009-03-04
BLAKE JOHN 10 8 1930 3 30 2006 HUGHES
Mr. John Blake, age 75, of Birmingham, Ala., died on Thursday, March 30, 2006, at Montclair Baptist Hospital in Birmingham.Mr. Blake, formerly of Forrest City, was born on Oct. 8, 1930. Mr. Blake was a graduate of Forrest City High School and a 1963 graduate of the University of Arkansas where he received a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Civil Engineering. In 1993, he retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and moved to Northwest Arkansas and later moved to Birmingham. Mr. Blake was an active member of the Scimitar Shriners, the University of Arkansas Alumni -- civil engineering department and was a member of The Church at Pinnacle Hills and Gardendale Baptist Church in Gardendale, Ala.Mr. Blake is survived by his wife, Donna Blake; two daughters, Pamela Hashemi and Peggy Blake; a sister, Evelyn Griffin; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.Service arrangements for Mr. Blake are incomplete at this time but a visitation will be held late afternoon on Sunday, April 2, 2006, at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 3, 2006, at Stevens Funeral Home. A graveside service will also be held at Hughes Cemetery.
BLAKE STEPHEN 12 18 1952 6 12 2008 LOUGHRIDGE
Stephen Blake Birth: Dec. 18, 1952 Death: Jun. 12, 2008 Mr. Stephen Blake, 53 of Wynne passed away Thursday in Jonesboro.He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Geneva Powell Blake.Stephen enjoyed music and singing with groups. He was a member of Colt Baptist Church.Survivors are his son: Matthew Joseph Blake of Wynne; brothers, Howard Blake of Wynne; Stanley Blake of Premont, Texas; sisters, Anna McKee of Judsonia; and Rhonda Fryman of Cherry Valley.Graveside services will be Saturday at 11:30 AM at Loughridge Cemetery, Colt, Arkansas. Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9 AM until 11:00 AM at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. STONE
BLAKEMORE J. W. 1846 8 17 1906 UNKNOWN
Mr.J.W.Blakemore, a highly respected citizen, formerly of this county, died at Dresden, Tenn., Aug.17,1906. He came to this county about twenty years ago and resided in Forrest City until two years ago, when he located at Wheetley where he lived until a few months ago, when he returned to his old home. He had several positions of trust, and was a magistrate of Wheetley township. He leaves a wife to mourn his loss. She has the sympathy of many old friends of this county. He was about 60 years of age. 9-7-1906
BLANCHARD ANNIE MRS. 1915 5 25 2003 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Annie Blanchard, age 88, of Edmond, Okla. and formerly of Heth, died Saturday, May 25, 2003, at Grace Living Center in Edmond, Okla.Mrs. Blanchard is survived by a daughter, Barbara Seeney of Edmond, Okla. and three grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Blanchard will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2003, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the New Bethel Church of God in Christ in Hughes. Funeral services will follow on Saturday, May 31, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the church with burial following in Paradise Garden. The Anthony Funeral Home South of Edmond, Okla. is in charge of all arrangements
BLANCHETT GLOVIA JEAN MRS. 7 26 1934 5 30 2008 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Glovia Jean Blanchett, age 63, of Forrest City died Friday, May 30, 2008, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Blanchett was born July 26, 1944, in Forrest City and was a retired laborer with General Industries. She is survived by her mother, Catherine Thompson of Madison; two sons, Michael Blanchett of Maumelle and Gerard Blanchett of Mayflower; two daughters, Lana Massey of Mary Esther, Fla. and Weston Lloyd of Forrest City; three brothers, Walter Morland of Stuttgart, Freddie Thompson of Memphis and Herbert Thompson of Madison; two sisters, Maxine Thompson of Madison and Maxine Lewis of Forrest City; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Blanchett will be held on Friday, June 6, 2008, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. A second visitation will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Cornerstone M.B. Church in Madison. Funeral services will follow at 10 a.m. with Rev. Leon Sims officiating. Burial will be held at Paradise Garden Cemetery in Edmondson.Published: 2008-06-05
BLAND DIANE MRS. 1952 4 11 2001 CASTEEL
Mrs. Diane Bland, age 49, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, April 11, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis. Mrs. Bland, the daughter of Jessie Driver and Otha Ford, both of Forrest City was a dietician with Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City for 20 years. Mrs. Bland is survived by her parents; 11 sisters, Patricia Jones, Carolyn Johnson, Janet Driver, Linda Driver, Donna Pritchard, all of Forrest City, Sharon Ford of Dallas, Texas, Karen Driver of Marion, Carolyn Johnson of Little Rock, Gloria Driver, Yvonne Tomlin and Debra Huntley all of Palestine; nine brothers, Lewis Driver, L.B. Haggans and Rodney Ford, all of Forrest City, Rickey Haggans of Chicago, Ill., Calvin Haggans of Little Rock, Tony Ford, Robert Ford and Michael Ford all of Dallas, Texas, and Gary Driver of San Diego, Calif. Visitation for Mrs. Bland will be Monday, April 16, 2001, from noon to 5 p.m. at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 17, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church with Rev. Ronald Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home.
BLANTON J. P. UNK 5 11 1904 CITY
Death of J.P.Blanton=Mr.J.D.Baugh received a telegram Wednesday afternoon, May 11,1904, dated at Elsinore, Calif., and from Mrs.Blanton, bearing the sad news of the death of her husband, Mr.J.P.Blanton, at that place, and also stating that she would leave there with the remains and return to Forrest City on Monday. All arrangements have been made, and the interrment will take place at the Forrest City cemetery, and Elder Milton Hall will preside. Mr.Blanton had been a familiar figure in this city for many years. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by a wife and two children, one boy and one girl, to whom we extend our sincere sympathy. Mr.Blanton is rumored to have an estate of over $20,000 to $35,000 which will help the family overcome his absence. Rev.W.H.Paslay and Rev.S.H.Hancock conducted the services. Mr.John Seaborn, half brother to Mrs.Blanton, was down with his wife from Paragould for the services. 5-13-1904
BLANTON BABY BOY 10 27 1894 7 8 1895 CITY
MIGHT BE IN HUGHES CEMETERY PLOT 2500-Mr.& Mrs.J.P.Blanton have the sincere and heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their deep affliction. The loss of their bright and promising and only child, a boy of some eighteen months age, whose death occured Monday.-7-12-1895
BLANTON MARY ELIZABETH 4 1902 9 5 1903 UNKNOWN
It was a sad scene as the parents, relatives and friends gathered Sunday morning around the mound which covered all that was mortal of Mary Elizabeth Blanton, the infant daughter of Mr.& Mrs.J.P.Blanton; and as the grave was covered with flowers and the stricken parents turned awey the injunciton of the Savior-"Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven" scarce suffice to assuage their grief. Little Mary was but fifteen months old, of a sweet dispostion, and the pet of the household. Full of childish life on Friday; and it was not dreamed of on Saturday, Sep.5,1903, its little spirit would be wafed away to its giver. The sympathy of all is extended to the bereaved parents. 9-11-1903
BLEDSOE CORINNE MRS. ISHAM 8 11 1928 4 28 2001 FPARK
Mrs. Corinne Hurt Bledsoe, age 73 of Forrest City, died Saturday, April 28, 2001, in Memphis.Mrs. Bledsoe was born Aug. 11, 1928, in Palestine to William Isham and Kate Harris Isham. She lived in Forrest City area all of her life and was retired from South Western Bell. Mrs. Bledsoe was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was past president of the Business and Professional Women's Organization.She is survived by her husband, Luther W. Bledsoe and two sisters, Marguerite Frost of North Little Rock and Marie Mattioli of Kennesaw, Ga. Mrs. Bledsoe was preceded in death by a son, Perry, Bledsoe in 1971.Visitation for Mrs. Bledsoe will be Monday, April 30, 2001, at 6:30 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 1, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. Rex Darling officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.-NEXT TO WILLIAM P.BLEDSOE
BLEDSOE NORA ANN MRS. FLOWERS 3 23 1917 7 11 2000 BARNISHAW
Nora Ann Bledsoe, age 83, of Augusta, died Tuesday, July 11, 2000, in Augusta. She was born March 23, 1917, in Heber Springs, to Henry and Vonny Brewer Flowers. She was a member of the Home Demonstration Club, Senior Citizens Club, and a was active in Golden Circle Sunday School Class. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, two sons and a daughter. She is survived by two sons, Curtis Bledsoe, of Forrest City, Danny Bledsoe, of Lynchburg, Va.; three daughters, Martha Sams, of Elizabethton, Tenn., Glenda Smith, of Augusta, Carey Bledsoe Goacher, of Hughes; four sisters, Vanessie Anderson, of Mountain Home, Vesta McHann, of Fiddletown, Calif., Pearl Erving, of Mississippi, Faye Stockdale, of Missouri, a brother, Raymond Flowers, of Pine Bluff; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, July 14, 2000, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Augusta. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 15, at 1 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Augusta. Burial will be in Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree under the direction of Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
BLOCK JOE UNK 12 14 1911 UNKNOWN
DEATH=Mr.Joe Block of Wynne, well known here and esteemed by a large circle of friends, died suddenly of heart failure, yesterday afternoon, Dec.14,1911. He was a deaf mute, brother of Mr.Nate Block of this city and the Blocks of Cross county. Mr.Nate Block went to Wynne last night, to attend the funeral. 12-15-1911
BLOCKER IDA UNK 10 4 UNK PILGRIM
Ida Blocker, 85, died Monday, October 4, in her home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 9, at Lee High School Auditorium, at 2:30 p.m. Burial will follow at Pilgrim Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Marianna Funeral Home. PROBABLY 1999 TO 2001-NOT IN SSDI
BOBO CAROLYN ANN MS. 12 2 1964 8 2 2003 SHILOH CEMETERY
Ms. Carolyn Ann Bobo, age 38, of Heth, died Saturday, Aug. 2, 2003, at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis.Ms. Bobo, born Dec. 2, 1964, in Hughes, is survived by her mother, Annie Bobo of Heth; a son, Devonta Lamar Bobo of Heth; four brothers, Nelson Bobo of Miami, Fla., Eddie Bobo of Dallas, Texas, Dale Bobo of Caldwell and James Bobo of Heth and four sisters, Verbal Lee Williams of Ft. Worth, Texas, Alma Rose Dortch of Chicago, Ill., Shirley Goodall Williams and Darlene Neal, both of Heth.Visitation for Ms. Bobo will be held on Friday, Aug. 8, 2003, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2003, at 2 p.m. at New Light M.B. Church with Rev. James Bobo officiating. Burial will follow at Shirloh Cemetery in Widener.
BOBO MINNIE Mrs. UNK 3 24 1895 FCTIMES
The death of Mrs.Minnie Bobo which occured Sunday, March 24,1895, is deeply and sincerely regretted by her large circle of friends. Mrs.Bobo was sister of J.M.Nichols of the J.W.Beck & Co. firm.-3-29-1895
BOBO ROBERT L. 2 3 1919 10 9 1999 SHILOH
Robert L. Bobo, age 77, of Heth, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 1999, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Annie Bobo of Heth; five daughters, Verba Williams of Fort Worth, Texas, Alma Dortch of Chicago, Ill., Shirley Goodall, Darlene Neal and Carolyn Bobo, all of Heth; five sons, Nelson Bobo of Miami, Fla., Eddie Bobo of Dallas, Texas, Dale Bobo of Caldwell, Rev. James Bobo of Tyronza, and Devonta Bobo of Heth; two sisters, Azzie Barton of Chicago and Helen Bobo of Hughes; two brothers, Roosevelt Barton of Forrest City and Cardell Bobo of Hughes; 30 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 15, 1999, at Anthony Funeral Home in Anthonyville from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999, at 1 p.m. at Shiloh M.B. Church in Widener, with burial in the church cemetery under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home. B.FEB.3,1919 PER SSDI
BOBO TERESA B. 6 5 1946 5 14 2002 SHILOH CEMETERY
Mrs. Teresa Bobo, BORN JUN.5,1946, AGE 55, of Forrest City, formerly of Hughes, died Tuesday, May 14, 2002, at Crittenden Memorial HospitalBobo is survived by her daughter, Patricia Kirby of Forrest City, and a son, Freddie B. Hays of Widener. She also is survived by nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bobo will be held Saturday, May 18, 2002, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Rising Sun M. B. Church. Services will follow at 12 noon at the church. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery in Widener, under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home.
BODKIN JAMES THOMAS 3 25 1895 11 22 1906 CITY
Little Tommie Bodkin, died at the home of his parents last Thursday morning, Nov.14,1906. Tribute of Respect. Might be in Hughes cemetery. 11-30-1906
BOGAN RUBY L. MRS. 6 9 1944 3 27 2002 PARADISE GARDENS
Ms. Ruby Bogan, age 57, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, March 27, 2002, at Baptist Hospital-East in Memphis.Ms. Bogan, born near Blackfish Lake, was a nurses assistant, a member of the Rising Sun M.B. Church in Forrest City, where she sang in the choir and also sang with the Sensational Five Group.She is survived by four daughters, Beatrice Brown and Bernice Bogan, both of Wynne, Janet Bogan Smith and Teressa Bogan Ivy, both of Forrest City; one son, Jessie Webb of Wheatley; her father, Walter Bogan Sr. of Wheatley; two brothers, Walter Bogan Jr. and Isiah Bogan, both of Chicago, Ill.; and six grandchildren.Visitation for Ms. Bogan will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2002, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at W.H. Johnson Funeral Home in Earle. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, April 4, 2002, at 1 p.m., at the Rising Sun M.B. Church in Forrest City. Burial will follow in Paradise Gardens in Edmondson under the direction of W.H. Johnson Funeral Home in Earle.
BOGANEY ETHEL P. MRS. 4 19 1917 6 21 2003 CASTEEL
Mrs. Ethel Boganey, age 86, of Forrest City, died Saturday, June 21, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest CityMrs. Boganey, born April 19, 1917, in Forrest City, was a retired school teacher. She is survived by four daughters, Oneida Davis of Champaigne, Ill., Dorothy Jean Wilson, Beatrice Boganey and Cordelia Houston, all of Muskegon, Mich.; a sister, Sederia Cox of Forrest City; a stepson, Curtis Boganey of Minnesota; two grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.Visitation services for Mrs. Boganey will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2003, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. A second visitation service will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2003, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Lane Chapel CME Church. Funeral services will be held following the Thursday visitation at Lane Chapel CME Church at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ronald A. Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BOGARD ARTHUR JR. 1944 8 15 2008 GOODWIN
Mr. Arthur Bogard Jr., age 64, of Forrest City, died Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Bogard was a mechanic and is survived by his wife Marie Bogard of Forrest City; 11 daughters, Rita Kilgore, Kenzella Kilgore, Mirenda Parker, and Kendall Smith all of Forrest City, Keisha Kilgore of Memphis, Wanda Parker and Sheila Mosley of Dallas, Texas, Cindy Parker of Little Rock, Nellious Bogard of Ft. Worth, Texas, Candice Jones of Arlington, Texas, and Vickie Caldwell of Kansas City, Mo.; five sons, Meliek Bogard of Tulsa, Okla., Justin Williams, Rino Williams, DeAngelo Williams and DaeKeil Williams all of Forrest City; six sisters, Willie Mae Taylor and Easter Garrett both of Marianna, Mildred Harris of Forrest City, Brenda Hicks and Leola Patton both of Goodwin and Bernice Lay of Widener and three brothers, Willie Bogard of Palestine, Welsey Bogard of Marianna and Andrew Bogard of Rochester, N.Y. Visitation for Mr. Bogard will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Lane Chapel CME Church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at Lane Chapel with burial following in Goodwin Cemetery in Goodwin. Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-08-20
BOGARD CARRIE MRS. MATTHEWS 5 28 1909 3 15 2003 GOODWIN
Mrs. Carrie Matthews Bogard, age 96, of Goodwin, died Saturday, March 15, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. She was a homemaker and a member of the Goodwin Church of God in Christ. She was born on May 25, 1906, in Augusta, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ida Matthews.Mrs. Bogard was preceded in death by her husband, T.S. Bogard. She was also preceded in death by three children; four brothers and three sisters. She is survived by four sons, Willie Bogard of Palestine, Wesley Bogard of Marianna, Arthur Bogard of Forrest City and Andrew Bogard of Rochester, N.Y.; six daughters, Willie Mae Taylor and Easter Garrett both of Marianna, Mildren Harris of Forrest City, Bernice Lay of Widener, and Brenda Hicks and Leola Patton both of Goodwin and a host of grandchildren and friends.Funeral services for Mrs. Bogard were held on Saturday, March 22, 2003, at the Goodwin Church of God in Christ with burial following in Goodwin Memorial Cemetery under the direction of McNeal Funeral Home, Inc., of Brinkley.
BOGARD VASSIE MAE MRS. TOWER 11 15 1930 3 5 2007 UNION HILL
Mrs. Vassie Mae Bogard, age 76, of Palestine, died on Monday, March 5, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Bogard was born Nov. 15, 1930, in Palestine, the daughter of David Tower and Hattie House. She is survived by her husband, Willie Bogard of Palestine, two daughters, Jean Moore and Larita Moore, both of Forrest City; two sons, Otis Bogard of Chicago, Ill. and Melvin Bogard of Forrest City; one sister, Marie Smith of Forrest City; one brother, Sammie Richemon of Battle Creek, Mich.; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Mrs. Bogard will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 11, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Union Hill M.B. Church with Rev. Hershel Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Union Hill Cemetery.Published: 2007-03-09
BOGGS HENRY HARGUS 1875? 9 3 1900 CITY
FORREST CITY TIMES 9-7-1900 Death of Henry Boggs-Henry Hargus Boggs, who had been suffering for a year with an absess of the liver, and who had been confined to his room for nearly three months, found surcense from pain and earthly cares last Monday, Sep.3,1900. The funeral services were held by Rev.W.C.Davidson, and the remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery. Henry Boggs was at one time an apprentice for The Times office, but went to the blacksmithing and wood working trade at which he remained until prevented. He was quite an industrious young lad, the youngest son of Mr.& Mrs.S.R.Boggs, to whom we extend our sincere sympathy in their bereavement.
BOGGS OTIS GENE 12 3 1938 4 28 2003 FAYETTE COUNTY MEMORIAL PARK USNAVY/USMC
Mr. Otis Gene Boggs, age 64, of Somerville, Tenn., died Monday, April 28, 2003, at Methodist Hospital Central in Memphis.Mr. Boggs was born Dec. 3, 1938, in Memphis, the son of Otis Glenn Boggs and Norma Jean Ozment Boggs. He worked for the Untied States Post Office in Germantown, Tenn. as a supervisor and letter carrier before retiring in 1995. Mr. Boggs was a Mason, a Shriner, a worthy patron of the Order of the Eastern Star, member of the Scottish Rite, York Rites, and member of Al Chymia Temple. He was also a charter member of the Hickory First Baptist Church and served as its first treasurer. He was a veteran of both the United States Navy and Marines.Mr. Boggs is survived by his wife, Susannah Pace Boggs of Somerville, Tenn., and formerly of Cross County; two sons, Brandon Young Boggs of Somerville, Tenn. and Ned Glenn Boggs of Eads, Tenn.; his step-mother, Mamie Boggs of Hendersonville, Tenn.; two sisters, Glenda Chandler of Memphis and Linda Neeley of Hendersonville, Tenn.; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral services for Mr. Boggs were held on Thursday, May 1, 2003, at 2 p.m. at the Hickory First Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Little officiating. Burial followed in Fayette County Memorial Park in Somerville, Tenn. Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne was in charge of arrangements.
BOGGS S. R. 11 24 1834 12 27 1910 CITY CSA
Venerable Citizen Gone S. R. Boggs Succumbs To Attack of Pneumonia Tuesday Evening at 6 o'clock After Short Illness. Mr.S. R. Boggs, a venerable and hightly respected Christian gentleman, expired Tuesday eveing at 6 o'clock at his home in the eastern portion of the city after a brief attack of pneumonia, and was buried Wednesday afternoon in the Forrest City cemetery, Rev. J. R. Nelson, officating. Deceased was born near Holly Springs , Miss., November 24, 1834, where he lived until the breaking out of the civil war, when he entered the ranks of the Southern army and did valiant service for the lost cause. After the war he returned to the South and was married in 1868 to Miss Mattie P. Lamb, near Grand Junction, Tennessee. The family removed to Arkansas and settled in Forrest City in 1881, where the deceased was held in high esteem for his sterling, manly qualityies and for his unswerving devotion and loyalty to his family and friends. He is survived by a heartsbroken widow and one son, R. B. Boggs, and two little grandchildren, who are deeply grieved and bowed down in sincere contrition and sorrow. In years gone by Mr. Boggs nursed the junior editor of this paper through a critical illness, and sat patiently at his bedside night after night for forty long and weary nights. He was faithful and true, kind and gentle as a woman, and we ever afterwards esteemed him highly. Our heart goes out to them in this dark and bitter hour, but more especially do we condole with the frail and saintly little lad who had been bereft of her beloved companion in the twilight of life when perhaps, she feels, there is little left for her but to watch for the last golden sunset that will reunite them again in those ethereal regions where there is no death and no parting. May God comfort her dear heart and shower richest blessings upon her is the prayer of The Times and her legion of friends here.(NOTE:THANKS BRENDA FOR FINDING THIS OBIT IN THE FC TIMES NEWSPAPER)- Brenda Huntley Added: 3/7/2007 12-30-1910
BOHANNON MARY E. MRS. 8 7 1923 2 6 2002 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Mary E. Bohannon, age 78, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Forrest City.Mrs. Bohannon was born Aug. 7, 1923, in Forrest City and was a retired nurse.Mrs. Bohannon is survived by two sons, Charles Washington of Sacramento, Calif. and Dennis Bohannon of Forrest City; four daughters, Valerie Jean Washington and Priscilla Haynes, both of Forrest City, Carolyn Rucker of Little Rock, and Gwendolyn Peeples of Dallas, Texas; 20 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bohannon was held Friday, Feb. 8, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Funeral services for Mrs. Bohannon will be conducted Saturday, Feb. 9, 2002, at 10 a.m., at Rising Sun M.B. Church, with Rev. John Strong officiating the service. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BOHANNON PETE JR. 9 18 1927 6 5 2005 PARADISE GARDENS
Mr. Pete Bohannon Jr., age 77, of Forrest City, died Sunday, June 5, 2005, in Little Rock.Mr. Bohannon was born Sept. 18, 1927, in Madison. He was retired from the floor covering industry.Mr. Bohannon is survived by three sons, John Pete Bohannon and Lewis Bohannon both of Forrest City and James Clifton Bohannon of Indianapolis, Ind.; seven daughters, Sheila Peterson of Covington, Ga., Reila B. Young, Wonda S. Bohannon and Louisa Bohannon all of Little Rock, Lela Bohannon of Jonesboro, Glinda Sha Bohannon of Atlanta, Ga. and Iris Bohannon of Phoenix, Ariz. He is also survived by a sister, Futha Mae Neal of Marianna; 23 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Bohannon will be held on Friday, June 10, 2005, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2005, at the Beth Salem Baptist Church at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Strong officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Gardens Cemetery.
BOHANNON ROOSEVELT 6 3 1928 8 1 2004 CASTEEL
Mr. Roosevelt Bohannon, age 76, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2004, at Crestpark Retirement Inn and Residential Care. Mr. Bohannon was born June 3, 1928, in Lake Village.Mr. Bohannon is survived by his mother, Maybell Perkins of Vallejo, Calif. and two sisters, Mary Magleane Gaddies and Willie Mae Scott both of Vallejo, Calif.Visitation for Mr. Bohannon will be held on Friday, Aug. 6, 2004, from 10:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the United Christian M.B. Church on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Uzziah Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BOILEAU RONALD A. 6 15 1943 3 7 2007 MEMORIAL SERVICE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Mr. Ronald A. Boileau, age 63, of Wynne, died Wednesday, March 7, 2007, at his home. Mr. Boileau was born June 15, 1943, in Worchester, Mass., the son of Marcel Boileau and Lela Mangum Boileau. He had lived in Wynne for the past three years, was retired from Dillons Corp. and served in the National Guard. Mr. Boileau is survived by three sons, Derrick W. Boileau, Eric L. Boileau and Michael C. Boileau all of Palestine; his mother of Marianna; two sisters, Elaine Barnett of Marianna and Bettye Stegall of Germantown, Tenn. and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a half-brother, James Driver. Visitation for Mr. Boileau will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 98, Palestine AR 72372.Published: 2007-03-12
BOLES JAMES LEE JR. 1967 4 30 2007 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL
Mr. James Lee Boles Jr., age 40, of Proctor, died Monday, April 30, 2007, in Heth. He was a cabinet maker. Mr. Boles is survived by a daughter, Heather Boles of Cleveland, Miss.; his mother, Patsy Boles of Proctor; two sisters, Linda Proffitt of Fayetteville and Nita Rentrop of Marion and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Boles will be held on Friday, May 4, 2007, at 3:30 p.m. graveside at Crittenden Memorial Park. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-05-04
BOMAR Infant Son UNK 12 1894 FCTIMES
Mrs.T.C. Merwin was summoned to Lonoke Sunday to attend the bedside of the infant son of Mr. & Mrs.E.E. Bomar, the later her daughter. The little fellow had been unwell several days, and on Saturday the nurse gave him a dose of carbolic acid, mistaking it for paragoric. He lingered until Monday, when death releaved his sufferings. The remains were conveyed to Marianna Wednesday and interred there.-12-7-1894
BOND LARRY 1 1 1955 8 7 2008 ELCANNON
Larry Bond, age 53, of Palestine, died Thursday, August 7, 2008 at Jonesboro. He was born January 1, 1955 in Palestine, the son of the late Charlie Bond and Leona Poole Bond. Mr. Bond is survived by two daughters; Tacia Couch and Lawanda Bond both of Jonesboro. One son; Larry M. Bond of Stockton, Calif. Four brothers; James Bond and Danny Bond both of Palestine. Charlie Bond of Little Rock and Tom Bond of South Bend, Ind. Seven sisters; Georgia Hardy of Kansas City, Kan., Frances Humphrey and Dorothy Poole both of Forrest City, Inez Williams and Carrie Smith both of Palestine, Leona M. Bond of Fredricksburg, Va. and Vernice Lane of South Bend, Ind. Three grandchildren; Dyamond, Dakota, Dylano all of Jonesboro. Visitation for Mr. Bond will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2008 from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2008, 12 noon at Williams Temple C.O.G.I.C. Church with Supt. Ramson Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Elcannon Cemetery in Palestine.Published: 2008-08-11
BOND LEONA MRS. POOLE 4 3 1918 10 16 2007 PALESTINE NATIVE
Leona Poole Bond Leona Poole Bond was born April 3, 1918 in Palestine, Arkansas to the late Mr. Andrew Poole and Cornelia Smith Poole. Leona was the 2nd child out of five children from this union. She accepted Christ as her savior, was baptized and a member of Williams Temple Church of God in Christ for many years. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Mr. Charlie A. Bond for over 55 years and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Leona was called by God to her eternal resting place on October 16, 2007. She leaves to cherish her memory 10 children, Georgia Hardy of Kansas City, KS, Frances Humphrey and Dorothy Poole of Forrest City, AR., Inez Williams and Carrie Smith of Palestine, AR, James (Evon) Bond and Danny (Mary Louise) Bond of Palestine, AR, Larry Bond of Forrest City, AR, Charlie (Willie Johnson) Bond of Little Rock, AR., Leona M. Bond of Fredericksburg, VA. and one sister, Mrs. Inez Woodard of Forrest City, AR, 44 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren and a host of nephews nieces, cousins and friends. Two children, Ora Lee Barton and Rayfield Bond preceded her in death. Visitation will be Saturday, October 20th, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Woodhouse Chapel. Services will be held Sunday, October 21st, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. at Williams Temple COGIC Palestine, AR. with Supt. Ransom Smith Officiating.Published: 2007-10-19
BOND RAYFIELD 7 3 1958 4 21 2003 UNION HILL CEMETERY
Mr. Rayfield Bond, age 44, of Palestine, died Monday, April 21, 2003.Mr. Bond was born July 3, 1958, the son of Charlie Bond Sr. and Leona Poole Bond. He was employed by Sanyo Manufacturing Corporation for 12 years and was a member of the Union Hill M.B. Church in Palestine where he served as an usher.Mr. Bond is survived by his wife Worlean Bond of the home; two daughters, Lanae Bond of Jonesboro and Crystal Bond of Forrest City; one son, Julian Bond of the home; his mother of Palestine; five brothers, Tom Bond of South Bend, Ind., James Bond, Danny Bond, and Larry Bond all of Palestine, and Charlie Bond Jr. of Little Rock; seven sisters, Georgia Hardy, Francis Humphrey, Dorothy Poole and Carrie Smith, all of Forrest City, Venice Lana of South Bend, Ind., Inez Williams of Palestine and Leona Bond of Little Rock; three grandchildren and several other relatives and friends.Visitation services for Mr. Bond will be held on Friday, April 25, 2003, from 12 to 5 p.m. in People's Funeral Home Chapel. A wake will be held on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2003, at 2:30 p.m. at the Beth Salem M.B. Church with burial following in Union Hill Church Cemetery in Palestine
BONDS JOHNNY C. SR. 1926 7 27 2001 SEQUELL
Johnny C. (Grommie) Bonds Sr., 75, of Rondo, died Friday, July 27, 2001 at Crestpark Nursing Home in Helena. He had been a farmer all his life. He is survived by his wife, Etherine Bonds; three sons, Johnny C. Jr. of Little Rock, and Stanley and Calvin of Rondo; two sisters, Wilester Reese and Verba McNichols of Battle Creek, Mich.; three brothers, Willie B. of Chicago, Mossie D. of Lexa and A.D. of Battle Creek; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at Sequell M.B. Church in Rondo with Rev. Booker Thomas officiating. Burial as in Sequell Church Cemetery. Marianna Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
BONNER DOLLIE MAE MRS. WILLIAMS 7 9 1910 6 28 2001 CASTEEL
Mrs. Dollie Mae Bonner, age 90, of Forrest City died, Thursday, June 28, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Bonner, born July 9, 1910, in Kilmilka, Miss., was the daughter of George Williams and Rosie Williams. She was a retired nurses aid with Borden Nursing Home. Mrs. Bonner is survived by two brothers, Floyd Williams and Leroy Williams, both of Forrest City and two sisters, Lola Johnson of Forrest City and Ruby Jones of St. Louis. Funeral services for Mrs. Bonner were held Sunday, July 1, 2001, at Taylor's Chapel CME Church with Rev. Jesse Brown officiating. Burial followed in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BONNER MARGARET MRS. 4 15 1910 1 4 2004 CASTEEL
Mrs. Margaret Bonner, age 93, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan, 4, 2004, at Crestpark Retirement Inn and Residential.Mrs. Bonner was born April 15, 1910, in Forrest City and was a retiree. She is survived by many relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Bonner will be held on Friday, Jan. 9, 2004, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2004, at 1 p.m. at the Prosperity M.B. Church with Rev. Uzziah Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BOOKER LLOYD TENNYSON 6 4 1933 7 9 2003 MORRIS HILL CEMETERY
Mr. Lloyd Tennyson Booker, age 70, of Colt, died Wednesday, July 9, 2003, at his home.Mr. Booker was born June 4, 1933, in Allsbrough, Ala., the son of Zeke and Daize McVay Booker. He was a diesel mechanic and a Methodist.Mr. Booker is survived by his wife, Catherine Booker, a son, Samuel Booker of Tennessee; a daughter, Mary Yancey of Little Rock; two step-sons, Eddie Dunavant of Paragould and Joseph Hoskins of Reno; three sisters, Louise Luttrell of Mississippi; and Earline Kay and Frances Jones both of Alabama.; a brother, James W. Booker of Alabama; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death a daughter, Rita Carol Rickett in 2001 and a brother, Hugh Bradley Booker in 2000.Funeral services for Mr. Booker were held on Saturday, July 12, 2003, at Morgan Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Morris Hill Cemetery in Cherokee, Alabama.
BOON Baby 1896 10 25 1898 FCTIMES
Palestine-Mr.Dock Boon lost his little baby boy last week.11-4-1898 AGE 2-CHILD OF W.L.BOON
BOONE LORTHA MRS. GREEN 6 14 1916 3 22 2001 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Lortha Green Boone, age 84, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 22, 2001, at Crestpark Retirement Inn.Mrs. Boone was born June 14, 1916, in St. Louis, Mo. She was the daughter of Henry Woods and Lizzie Brown Woods.Mrs. Boone is survived by a brother, Willie G. Woods of Mableton, Ga. and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Boone will be held Friday, March 30, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 31, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary with Rev. Robert Woods officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BOOTH BENJAMIN F. 8 28 1870 12 2 1910 HUGHES
7-14-1911 DEATH=Caldwell Camp No.421 W.O.W., will unveil a monument to Soveign Ben F.Booth at the Hughes cemetery on next Sunday, July 16,1911.Birth: Aug. 28, 1870 Death: Dec. 2, 1910 Mr.Ben Booth, who is quite well and favorably known to a large circle of friends, died in St.Josephs Hospital in Memphis at 9 o'clock this morning, Dec.2,1910, of dropsy and complications. The remains will be brought here this afternoon for interment at Hughes cemetery about 11 o'clock tomorrow morning. Ben had been ill for a year and boarded with Mrs.Alice Rowland. We regret his demise sincerely. Forrest City Times Newspaper Dec.2,1910 7-14-1911
BOOTHE GLENN RAY 8 23 1947 2 16 2005 BRAZIL CEMETERY USARMY
Mr. Glenn Ray Boothe, age 57, of Palestine, died Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Boothe was born Aug. 23, 1947, in Cleveland, Miss., the son of Thomas Allen Boothe and Estelle Davis Boothe. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a truck driver.Mr. Boothe is survived by three sons, Elvis Boothe of Palestine, James Boothe of Fort Worth, Texas and Stevie Ray Boothe of Charleston, Miss.; three daughters, Ann Boothe of Wisconsin, Glenda Ray Boothe of Terrell, Texas and Cybil Boothe of Fort Worth, Texas. He is also survived by five sisters, Carla Jo Harris and Margaret Jane Brown both of Fort Worth, Texas, Elsie Faye Aven of Brazil, Miss., Sue McGee and Janie McGee both of Charleston, Miss; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, William Thomas Boothe in 1975 and a brother, Morris Reed Winters in 1999.Visitation for Mr. Boothe will be held on tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at 11 a.m. graveside at Brazil Cemetery in Brazil, Miss.
BOOZER BARBARA MRS. ROY 1 12 1958 2 5 2001 HARRIS CHAPEL
Mrs. Barbara Roy Boozer, age 43, of Caldwell, died Monday, February 5, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Boozer, born Jan. 12, 1958 in LaMarque, Texas, was the daughter of Francis Roy Sr. and the late Hazel Mae Corner Roy. Prior to moving to Arkansas Mrs. Boozer was an abstract clerk in Anahuac,Texas. She was the general manager of the West Memphis Holiday Inn and had served in management with Holiday Inn over the past five years. In 1977 Mrs. Boozer married Cecil Leonard Boozer Jr., who survives her along with a son, Everett Boozer of Jonesboro; a daughter, Frances Bratton of Bartlett, Tenn; her father, Francis Roy Sr. of Anahuac, Texas; her step-mother, Maggie Roy, of Anahuac, Texas; a brother Raymond Junior of Anahuac, Texas; a sister, Sarah Wilson of Kerrville, Texas and one grandson. Mrs. Boozer was preceded in death by a brother, Francis Roy Jr. Funeral services for Mrs. Boozer were held Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2001, at the Chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne with the Rev. Bob Thomas officiating. Burial followed at Harris Chapel Cemetery in Wynne under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne and McCrory.
BOOZER BEN JUNIOR SR. 9 8 1929 4 18 2002 FPARK 6813&6802 USARMY
NEXT TO PATSY BOOZER-Mr. Ben Junior Boozer Sr., age 72, of Heth, died Thursday, April 18, 2002, at the V.A. Regional Medical Center in Memphis.Mr. Boozer was a retired iron worker and a Methodist.Survivors include his wife, Patsy Ruth Boozer of Heth; one daughter, Barbara Jewell Brown of Marion; one son, Ben J. Boozer Jr., of Heth; one sister, Ruth Williams of Greers Ferry; two brothers, Fred Boozer of Mayflower and Bob Boozer of Conway and three grandchildren.Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20, 2002, at the Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis with burial to follow in Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City.
BORAD MARY L. MRS. McKINNEY 5 5 1954 7 4 2007 STANLEY GROVE
Mrs. Mary L. McKinney Borad, age 53, of Cleveland, Ohio, died on Wednesday, July 4, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Borad was born May 5, 1954, in Forrest City and was the daughter of Lewis Ingram and Ophelia McKinney. She was a graduate of the Palestine High School in 1972. Mrs. Borad was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her husband, Melton Borad; two sons, Omar Borad and Lamar Borad; three brothers, Aubrey Jones and Clyde Gray, both of Colt and Rickey McKinney of Rockford, Ill.; six sisters, Patsy McKinney, Cora Turnbow and Willie Ann McKinney, all of Rochester, NY, Queen Esther Harvey of Titasville, Fla., Loretta Beasley of Rockford, Ill. and Carolyn Knox of Memphis and seven grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Borad will be held on Friday, July 13, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Rising Sun M.B. Church with burial following in Stanley Grove Cemetery.Published: 2007-07-12
BORDEN ALFRED G. 12 24 1931 5 14 2007 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Alfred Borden, age 75, of Colt, died Monday, May 14, 2007. Mr. Borden, the son of Edgar William Borden Sr. and Mattie Marie McGee Borden, was born Dec. 24, 1931, in Alabama. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life and was a graduate of Forrest City High School. He was a member of Smith Chapel Baptist Church. Mr. Borden is survived by his wife, Geraldine Martin Borden of Colt; four brothers, J.C. Borden of Colt, Leonard Victor Borden of Russellville, John Lawrence Borden of Jonesboro and James Walter Borden of Colt and a sister, Jewel Borden Baskins. He was preceded in death by two brothers, George Lee Borden and Edgar William Borden Jr. and a sister, Elizabeth Borden Milton. Visitation for Mr. Borden will be held tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Smith Chapel Baptist Church with burial following in Loughridge Cemetery in Colt.Published: 2007-05-16onfag
BORDEN DONALD W. SR. 9 25 1937 10 15 2006 PLEASANT VIEW CEMETERY USAF
Mr. Donald W. "Rebel" Borden Sr., age 69, of Temple, Pa., died Sunday, Oct. 15, 2006, in St. Joseph's Hospital. Mr. Borden was born in Burnsville, Miss., the son of the David G. and Meckie M. Johnson Borden. He was employed by Reading Tube Cambridge-Lee Industries for 42 years retiring in 2001 as a foreman. He was currently employed by Transcontinental, Hamburg, Pa., and was a graduate of Palestine High School and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Borden is survived by his wife, Linda L. Schaedler Manmiller; eight sons, Jeffrey A. Manmiller of Shillington, Pa., Stephen M. Manmiller of Temple, Pa., Steven L. Borden and Chad A. Borden, both of Reading, Pa., Donald W. Borden Jr. of Sarasota, Fla., John E. Borden of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., David M. Borden and James L. Borden both of Sinking Spring, Pa. and one daughter, Debra S. Borden Mitchell of Wyomissing, Pa. He is also survived by one brother Jerry Borden of Powderly, Texas; and three sisters, Marie Borden-Miller of Forrest City, Doris Borden Waggoner of Hot Springs and Phyllis Borden Autrey of Palestine and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister Joyce Borden Jones. Visitation for Mr. Borden will be held on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home in Laureldale, Pa. Funeral services will follow on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2006, at 11 a.m. with burial following in Pleasant View Cemetery. The family requests that memorials be made to the Humane Society, 1801 North 11th Street Reading, PA 19604.Published: 2006-10-17-PER SSDI:DONALD W BORDEN 25 Sep 1937 15 Oct 2006 (V) 19560 (Temple, Berks, PA)
BORDEN MECKIE MRS. JOHNSON 6 2 1914 3 11 2003 BELL
Mrs. Meckie Johnson Borden, age 88, Palestine, died Tuesday, March 11, 2003, at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis.Mrs. Borden was born on June 2, 1914, in Glen, Miss, the daughter of John Mose Johnson and Mattie Smith Johnson. She lived in Palestine for most of her life, was a housewife and a was a charter member of the Midway Baptist Church.Mrs. Borden married David Glenn Borden in 1934, and he preceded her in death in 1995. She is survived by her two sons, Donald Wayne Borden of Temple, Pa. and Jerry Layne Borden of Whitehouse, Texas; four daughters, Marie Miller of Forrest City, Joyce Jones of Hardy, Doris Waggoner of Cherokee Village and Phyllis Autry of Palestine; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Borden will be held on Friday, March 14, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery in Palestine.
BOROUGH ELLEN MRS. UNK 10 12 1904 UNKNOWN
Mrs.Ellen Borough dropped dead Wednesday, Oct.12,1904, at the Grobmyer place south of town. 10-14-1904
BORUM SPENCER UNK 6 19 1897 FCTIMES
6-25-1897 Spencer Borum one of the old landmarks of Forrest City, died Last Saturday, June 19,1897.
BOSWELL MRS. UNK 12 1903 UNKNOWN
Democrat Times-We are sad to hear of the death of Mr.Love, of Bledsoe, and Mrs.Boswell of Lulu. Both died unexpectedly. 12-4-1903
BOTTOMS DAVE MRS. UNK 3 3 1909 MT.VERNON
MRS.DAVE BOTTOMS DEAD=Mr.& Mrs.Dave Bottoms, of Memphis, came home on Feb.17 on a visit to his mother and other friends and relatives. They were comfortably domiciled at the home of his mother, and for awhile enjoyed our healthful climate and waters, but Mrs.Bottoms was taken sick on Monday, and on Wednesday morning, Mar.3,1909, she passed away peacefully. Her remains were interred in the Mt.Vernon cemetery Wednesday afternoon, Rev.W.L.Wilford of the Methodist church conducting the funeral services at the gravesite in the presence of a large number of friends of the family. Mrs.Bottoms was a devoted wife and leaves a heart broken husband to mourn her loss. She was not a member of any church, but when in health took a lively interest in doing good. 3-5-1909
BOUDRA E. F. 4 4 1924 2 29 2000 FRIENDSHIP USNAVY-WWII
Mr. E.F. Boudra, age 75, of Forrest City, formerly of Morrilton, died Tuesday, Feb. 29, 2000. He was born April 4, 1924, in Solgohachia, Ark. to George and Ruby Kellogg Boudra. He was a World War II Navy veteran, a retired custodian for the South Conway County School District and a member of Lindauer Road Church of Christ in Forrest City. He is survived by his wife, Jerrell Boudra, of Forrest City; a son, Ronald Boudra, of Houston, Texas; two daughters, Dianne Birdwell and Pam Boudra, both of Forrest City; three sisters, Pauline Boozier and Ruth Orrick, both of Conway and Nona Ehrenberg, of Charlotte, N.C.; and four grandchildren. Visitation will be today, Wednesday, March 1, 2000, from 6 to 7 p.m., at Harris Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 2, 2000, at 2 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home Chapel with Joe Arnold officiating. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home.
BOUNDS RETHA MAE MRS. DANGEAU 3 26 1919 10 25 1999 BARNISHAW
Retha Mae Dangeau Bounds, age 80, of Forrest City, died Monday, October 25, 1999. She was born March 26, 1919, in Pine Tree and was the daughter of Clarence Stayton Dangeau and Sessie Mae Ellis Dangeau. She lived in the Forrest City area all of her life where she was retired from the Reltoc Manufacturing Company. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Happy Days Club. She married Guy Bounds in 1942 and he preceded her in death in 1970. She is survived by two daughters, Gylinda Ryan of San Antonio, Texas and Judy Murray of Forrest City; one sister, Marie Dunavion of Tuckerman; two brothers, Orvind Dangeau of Eureka Springs and LeRoy Dangeau of Wynne; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 28, 1999, at 11 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Oct. 27, 1999, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home.
BOWEN BUTCH 7 8 1951 3 8 2002 MEMORIAL SERVICE-VIETNAM WAR VET-VIETNAM
Mr. Butch Bowen, age 50, of Russellville, died Friday, March 8, 2002, at his home.Mr. Bowen was born July 8, 1951, in Forrest City, and was the son of the late John Edward and Maggie May Kimbal Bowen. He was a Baptist, a veteran of Vietnam, and a member of the VFW.Mr. Bowen was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Cierra Michelle Bowen.He is survived by four sons, Butch Bowen of Newbern, Tenn., Donnie Partain of Dardanelle, John Bowen of Russellville and Douglas Bowen of Plainview; one daughter, Shannon Bowen of Dardanelle; one sister, Evelyn Scroggins of Lonoke; and nine grandchildren.A memorial service for Mr. Bowen will be announced at a later date under the direction of the Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle.
BOWEN JOSSIE MAE MRS. 8 1 1944 6 23 2006 ST.JOHN CEMETERY
Mrs. Jossie Mae Bowen, age 61, of Forrest City, died Friday, June 23, 2006, at Baptist Hospital East.Mrs. Bowen was born Aug., 1, 1944, in Madison and was a retired nurses' aid.She is survived by two sons, Carl Aaron Bowen of Jonesboro and Michael Antonio Bowen of Forrest City; a brother, Robert Pearson of Pottstown, Pa.; five sisters, Mary Smith of Philadelphia, Pa., Irene Brown and Arline Pearson both of Forrest City, Velma Phillips of Madison and Berline Harris of Los Angeles, Calif. and 10 grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bowen will be held on Friday, June 30, 2006, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2006, at 1 p.m. at the Cornerstone M.B. Church with Pastor Florine Bingham officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery.-PER SSDI:JOSSIE M BOWEN 01 Aug 1945 23 Jun 2006 (V) 72335 (Forrest City
BOWENS ROBERT CLARENCE 12 23 1928 11 28 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Robert Clarence "Demps" Bowens, age 63, of Chicago, Ill., died Thursday, Nov. 28, 2002.Mr. Bowens, a retired clerk, was born Dec. 23, 1938, in Heth. He is survived by a son, Joel Bowens of Chicago, Ill.; two brothers, Fred Moore of Forrest City and Mack Bowens of St. Louis, Mo.; and seven sisters, Dorothy Young, Virginia Sutton, Edna Harrel and Carrie Fay Washington, all of Chicago, Ill., Henretta White of Madison, Wisc., Sharon Moore of Memphis and Francis Ursery of St. Louis, Mo.Funeral services for Mr. Bowens will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Days Temple Church of God In Christ with Elder John Henry Jennings officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BOWERS LONNIE 9 23 1916 9 26 2003 POPLAR GROVE CEMETERY
Mr. Lonnie Bowers, age 87, of Colt, died Thursday, Sept. 26, 2003, at his home.Mr. Bowers was born Sept. 23, 1916, in Widener, the son of Calub Bowers and Sylvia Crawford Bowers. He was retired from St. Ann Lumber Company in St. Louis, Mo. and Ball Lumber Company of Chicago, Ill.Mr. Bowers is survived by his wife, Augusta Woods Bowers of Colt; a daughter, Myra Hamberry of Chicago, Ill.; one son, Lewis Edwards of Omaha, Neb.; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Bowers will be held on Friday, Oct. 3, 2003, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. A wake will also be held on Friday, Oct. 3, 2003, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., also at the Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the Poplar Grove M.B. Church with Rev. Mitchell Love officiating. Burial will follow in the Poplar Grove Community Cemetery in Colt.
BOWERS ROSIE LEE 9 12 1952 9 24 2006 DANSBY CEMETERY
Mrs. Rosie Lee Bowers, age 53, of Madison, died Sunday, Sept. 24, 2006, at her home. Mrs. Bowers was born Sept. 12, 1952, in Marianna and was the daughter of Horace Bowers and Luebertha Velma Bowers. She is survived by four daughters, Rosie King, Kimberly Bowers and Jessica Bowers, all of Forrest City and Cynthia Bowers of Jonesboro; four sons, Albert Austin of Jonesboro, Robert Steward, of Springfield, Mo., David Bowers of Indiana and James Bowers of Forrest City; four sisters, Pearlie Wells of Forrest City, Jewel Droughn of Jonesboro, Mary Bowers of Detroit, Mich. and Margaret Hughes of Marianna; one brother, James Edward Bowers of Kansas City, Mo. and 13 grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bowers will be held on Friday, Sept. 29, 2006, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006, at 12 p.m., at the Mt. Sinai M.B. Church with Rev. Ricky Benson officiating. Burial will follow in Dansby Cemetery. Published: 2006-09-28
BOWMAN GREGORY 1 14 1958 1 10 2002 LOS ANGELES USARMY
Mr. Gregory Bowman, age 43, of Los Angeles, Cailf., died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002, at his home.Mr. Bowman, born Jan. 14, 1958, in Hughes, was the son of Othello Bowman Sr., of Los Angeles, Calif. and Mary Bowman, of Forrest City. Mr. Bowman was an Army veteran.Mr. Bowman is survived by his wife, Mamie Bowman of Los Angeles, Calif., two sons, Gregg Bowman and Kraigg Bowman, both of Los Angeles, Calif., two daughters, Euphemia Bowman of Los Angeles and Courtney Grady of Forrest City; his parents; seven sisters, Marie Henry of Benton Harbor, Mich., Rosalyn Patterson of St. Louis, Mo., Barbara Haggins, Debra White, Joyce Cunningham, Sharon Buchanan and Ann Bowman, all of Forrest City; three brothers, Othello Bowman Jr. of Lewisville, Texas, Dennis Bowman of Memphis and Richard Bailey of Forrest City and one grandchild.Funeral services for Mr. Bowman were held today, Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002, at 4 p.m. at Summerfield M.B. Church with Rev. Moore officiating. Burial will take place in Los Angeles, Calif, under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BOWMAN OTHELL SR. 3 19 1935 6 22 2007 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mr. Othell Bowman Sr., age 72, of Forrest City, died Friday, June 22, 2007, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - East in Memphis. Mr. Bowman, was born March 19, 1935, in Moro and worked at Airtherm Products Inc., as a master welder, prior to retiring. He is survived by two sons, Dennis Bowman of Cordova, Tenn., and Othell Bowman Jr. of Dallas Texas; five daughters, Rosalyn Patterson of St. Louis, Mo., Debra White, Joyce Cunningham, Sharon Williams and Ann Bowman, all of Forrest City; three brothers, Adell Bowman of Los Angeles, Calif., Roosevelt Bowman of Jacksonville and James Bowman of Little Rock; two sisters, Pearlean Sampson of Chicago, Ill., and Marlene Scott of Waterloo, Iowa; 30 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Bowman will be held on Friday, June 29, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Summerfield M.B. Church with burial following in Forrest City Cemetery. Published: 2007-06-28
BOWMAN TARRANCE LAQUINN III 1 24 1975 6 17 2005 UNITED CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Mr. Tarrance Laquinn Bowman, age 30, of Lewisville, Texas, died Friday, June 17, 2005.Mr. Bowman was born Jan. 24, 1975, in Memphis, the son of Othello Rock Bowman and Loistine Stewart-Bowman. He was a 1993 graduate of Lewisville High School in Lewisville, Texas. He attended the University of Texas-Arlington and Louisiana State University of Baton Rouge, La. where he was a Business Administration and Marketing major. He played semi-professional football in Dallas, Texas and also played with the New York Giants Developmental Squad. He was also a lab technician for Dow Chemicals Division of Barcelona, Spain.Mr. Bowman is survived by a daughter, Zarena Monet Rodriguez-Bowman of Brooklyn, N.Y.; his parents of Lewisville, Texas; a brother, Othello Bowman III of Lewisville, Texas; grandparents Othello and Mary Bowman of Forrest City; and several other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Bowman will be held on Friday, June 24, 2005, at Clay Funeral Home from 12 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the United Christian Church with Rev. Willie C. Moore officiating.
BOYD CARL 2 21 1980 12 7 2002 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mr. Carl Boyd, age 21, of Forrest City, died Friday Dec. 7, 2001, in Madison.Mr. Boyd, born, Feb. 21, 1980, was the son of William Ingram of Ft. Wayne, Ind. and Louise Boyd of Forrest City. He was a laborer at Boar's Head Provisions.Mr. Boyd is survived by his parents; a daughter, Kayla Boyd of Forrest City; a son, Jyland Boyd of Forrest City; five sisters, LaShunda Boyd, Teresa Lewis and Stephanie Goodman, all of Forrest City and Serena Ingram and Sheris Ingram, both of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; a brother, Earle Boyd, of Forrest City; and grandmothers, Geneva Boyd of Forrest City and Ima Ingram of Ft. Wayne, Ind.Visitation services for Mr. Boyd will be held, Friday, Dec. 14, 2001, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kennedy Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 15, 2001, at noon at Mustang Arena on the campus of Forrest City High School with Rev. Jessie McClure officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
BOYD DYLAN 1 7 1970 12 7 2001 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mr. Dylan "Da Da" Boyd, age 31, of Madison, died Friday, Dec. 7, 2001, in Madison.Mr. Boyd, born Jan. 7, 1970, was the son of William Ingram of Ft. Wayne, Ind. and Louise Boyd of Forrest City. He was a truck driver.Mr. Boyd is survived by his parents; a daughter, Kiesha Sandford of Forrest City; five sisters, LaShunda Boyd, Teresa Lewis and Stephanie Goodman, all of Forrest City and Serena Ingram and Sheris Ingram, both of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; a brother, Earle Boyd, of Forrest City; and grandmothers, Geneva Boyd of Forrest City and Ima Ingram of Ft. Wayne, Ind.Visitation services for Mr. Boyd will be held, Friday, Dec. 14, 2001, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kennedy Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 15, 2001, at noon at Mustang Arena on the campus of Forrest City High School with Rev. Jessie McClure officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
BOYD FRANK 4 30 1945 7 20 2000 SHILOH
Frank Boyd, age 55, of Forrest City, formerly of Hughes, died Thursday, July 20, 2000, at his home. Mr. Boyd is survived by his wife, Amy Boyd, of Forrest City; his father, Governor Boyd, of Heth; his mother, Lucinda Johnson, of Forest City; three sons, Carl Boyd, of Forrest City, Frankie Boyd and Jody Boyd, of Memphis; two daughters, Deborah Scott, of Forrest City, Samantha Jones, of California; three sisters, Veronia Boyd, of Forrest City, Ester Rose and Allonia Boyd, both of Fayetteville; four brothers, Governor Boyd, of Wynne, Terry Boyd, of Fayetteville, Arthur Gilliard, of Chicago, Ill., Lonnie Boyd, of Philadelphia, Penn.; and eight grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Boyd will be Thursday, July 27, 2000, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Spiritual #1 Protestant Church in Forrest City. Services will be Friday, July 28, 2000, at 2:30 p.m. at the Spiritual #1 Protstant Church. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Widener under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home South.
BOYD GENIVER MRS. 3 26 1923 9 17 2006 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Geniver Boyd, age 83, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis. Mrs. Boyd was born March 26, 1923, in Marianna, and was the daughter of Theodis Babb and Tarlee Chandler Babb. Mrs. Boyd was preceded in death by her husband J.B. Boyd and is survived by five daughters, Queen Boyd, Peggy Boyd, Loistene Foster and Lillie Boyd, all of Forrest City and Helen McCall of Cleveland, Ohio; four sons, James Boyd, Jerry Boyd and Jimmy Boyd, all of Forrest City and Larry Boyd of Cleveland, Ohio; 29 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was also preceded in death by a son, Opal Boyd and a daughter, Blanche Boyd Gray. Visitation for Mrs. Boyd will be held on Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006, at 2 p.m. at New Light M.B. Church with Rev Jessie McClure and Rev. Theodis Cochran Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.Published: 2006-09-21
BOYD JAMES JR. 7 27 1947 12 22 2007 FORREST CITY CEMETERY NATIVE
Mr. James Boyd Jr., age 60, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007, at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis. Mr. Boyd, the son of James Boyd Sr. and Geneva Babbs Boyd, was born July 27, 1947, in Blackfish. He is survived by four daughters, Shurnell Hall, April Boyd and Tasha Boyd, all of Forrest City and Veronia Washington of West Memphis; three sons, James Boyd III of Chicago, Ill., Derrick Boyd of Forrest City and Lamont Everett of Little Rock; five sisters, Queen Boyd, Peggy Boyd, Loistene Foster and Lillie Boyd, all of Forrest City and Helen McCall of Cleveland, Ohio; three brothers, Jerry Boyd and Jimmy Boyd of Forrest City and Larry Boyd of Cleveland, Ohio; 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Mr. Boyd will be held on Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007, at 2 p.m. at New Light M.B. Church with Rev. James Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.Published: 2007-12-27
BOYD JO ANN MRS. ODLE 9 23 1934 6 3 2005 FPARK IMAGE3239 CENTERVIEW
Mrs. JoAnn Boyd, age 70, of Forrest City, died Friday, June 3, 2005, at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis.Mrs. Boyd was born Sept. 23, 1934, in Lee County, the daughter of Joe Odle and Tennie Brady Odle. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life, was a restaurant manager and a health care provider.Mrs. Boyd married Dean Boyd in 1964 and he preceded her in death in 1980. She is survived by three sons, Ricky Beard and Warren James both of Marianna and Mark Boyd of Wynne; two daughters, Lisa Boyd and Kelley Boyd both of Forrest City; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Norman Odle, W.G. Odle and Chester Odle; and three sisters, Louise Hamilton, Jewell Webb and Margaret Odle.Visitation for Mrs. Boyd will be held on Monday, June 6, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 7, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery.
BOYD LARRY 7 29 1951 7 3 2008 FORREST CITY NATIVE
Mr. Larry Boyd, age 56, of Cleveland, Ohio, died Thursday, July 3, 2008, at his home. Mr. Boyd was born July 29, 1951, in Blackfish and was the son of James Boyd Sr. and Geneva Babbs. He is survived by four daughters, Adrina Boyd, Conisha Boyd, Linda Boyd and Shironda Boyd, all of Chicago, Ill.; one son, Larry Boyd Jr. of Chicago, Ill.; five sisters, Queen Boyd, Peggy Boyd, Loistene Boyd Foster, Lillie Boyd, all of Forrest City and Helen McCall of Cleveland, Ohio; two brothers, Jerry Boyd and Jimmy Boyd, both of Forrest City and 14 grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Boyd will be held on Friday, July 11, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church on North Rosser Street, with Rev. Theodis Cochran officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.Published: 2008-07-10
BOYETT FRANK UNK 6 13 1911 CITY
6-16-1911 DEATH=FRANK BOYETT DROWNED=Tuesday evening, Jun.13,1911, news reached the city that Frank Boyett, only son of Mrs.Jennie Boyett, while in swimming with a party of boys at Madison, in the St.Francis river just below the Rock Island bridge had drowned. Immediately the family rushed to the scene, and on arrival found that Ples Young and Walter Scales had rescued the body from about fifty feet from where he had disappeared. Young Boyett had sent for his bathing suit, but the mother refused, and he borrowed a bicycle and came to get it himself. He was a good swimmer, and while swimming across the river, he was waiting on a snag waiting on his companions to reach a given point, then he was going to rejoin the swim. A.L.Stevens took the body, and prepared for burial, then took to the home near the Iron Mountain depot. The remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery Wednesday afternoon, Rev.E.T.Mabley officiating. He leaves a mother, four sisters, and other relatives to mourn his loss. JUN.23,1911=Mrs.Bob Lawson, of Bogota, Texas, is visiting her sister, Mrs.Boyett, having come over for the funeral of Frank.
BOYETT JAMES FRANKLIN 2 27 1863 6 27 1903 MT.VERNON CEMETERY
Death of Frank Boyett-Frank Boyett, general blacksmith and woodworkman, associated with Walter Batts in a business way, died suddenly Saturday afternoon, June 17,1903, of cholera morbus. He had been complaining of indispostiion for several days, and on Friday night was taken seriously lill suddenly, with the above result. He was 40 years and 4 months of age, was born in Missouri, reared in Tennessee, resided in Forrest City for 15 years, and had many friends, who regret his loss. The remains were interred in the Forrest City Cemetery the following day, Elder Milton Hall officiating, He leaves a wife, Jennie, and five children, four girls and a boy-to whom we extend sympathy in their great bereavement. per picture, in Mt.Vernon Cemetery. 7-3-1903
BOYLE PETER D. 3 13 1835 1 19 1900 Calvary Cemetery-Memphis-
Tribute to Squire P.D.Boyle-The heartrending news that reached the city last Friday evening of the death of Squire P.D.Boyle in San Antonio, Texas, came in the nature of a shocking surprise to his family and intimate friends, who had heard from him in the a few days previous by letter in which he wrote cheerfully and hopefully. They were unprepared for the message of death which the telegram conveyed, and his devoted wife and family were grieved beyond expression. The wife learned that C.A.Folbre, formerly of this city, was with "Uncle Peter" as he was called which consoled her. P.D.Boyle was born March 13, 1835, at Greenock, Scotland, and came to America when quite a youth. He married Miss Eupheria Brown at Carrollton, Miss., on the 22nd day of August, 1861, and at the time of his death, they had lived together nearly forty years-congenial and happy companions. Three children blessed their union, all of whom are well known and associated with our people-J.G. (Bud), A.D.(Arthur), and Mrs.Geo.B.Pettus. Prior to 1876, he was a resident of Memphis having held the office of circuit clerk of Shelby County, Tenn., from 1870 to 1874. Two years later he came to this city where he has since resided with his family, and at the time of his death was 65 years of age. His body arrived in this city Sunday and remained in state at the late home until Monday, when it was taken to Memphis on the Choctaw, where the burial occurred in Calvary Cemetery. The funeral took place from the home his old time friend, Mr.Jas.Reilly, 155 Mosby Street, the services taking place at St.Peter's church.FORREST CITY TIMES 1-26-1900
BOZARTH CATHERINE MISS BASKINS 1928 2 18 2008 CROSSLAWN
Ms. Catherine Bozarth, age 80, of Wynne, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, in Memphis. Ms. Bozarth lived most of her life in Cross County and was a member of East Baptist Church in Wynne. She is survived by her son, Calvin Wayne Bozarth of Bartlett, Tenn.; three daughters, Billie Jo Miller of Olive Branch, Miss., Mary Helen Wright of Collierville, Tenn., and Phillis Annette Stone of Milton, Fla.; four brothers, Clyde Baskins of Mountain Home, Joe Baskins of Wynne, Carl Baskins of Marion and Lewis Baskins of Gallatin, Tenn.; five sisters, Toliese Henderson of West Memphis, Gearline Peirce of Wynne, Billie Jean Clegg of Colt, Betty Baskins of Wynne, and Peggy Watson of Columbia, Mo.; nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Ms. Bozarth will be held on Friday, Feb. 22, 2008 at 1 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne. Burial will follow in Crosslawn Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.kernodlefh.com.Published: 2008-02-20
BOZEMAN FATHER UNK 6 9 1896 FCTIMES
BELL'S, TENN.-REV.FRANCES BOZEMAN RECEIVED A TELEGRAM TUESDAY MORNING INFORMING HIM OF THE DEATH OF HIS FATHER AT BELL'S, TENN., AND LEFT IMMEDIATELY FOR THAT PLACE.6-12-1896
BRADDOCK JAMES MILTON SR. 4 6 1918 9 24 1999 BELL
James Milton Braddock Sr., age 81, of Palestine, died Friday, Sept. 24, 1999, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Wynne. He was born April 6, 1918, in Brownsville, Miss., to James and Alma Braddock. He lived in St. Francis County for the past 25 years, and was a retired truck driver for G & H Transportation in Widener. He is survived by two daughters, Donna Smith of Forrest City, and Linda McCoy of Wynne; a brother, Leland Braddock of Ormon Beach, Fla.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A son, James Braddock Jr. preceded him in death in 1990. Services were held Sunday, Sept. 26, 1999, with burial at Bell Cemetery in Palestine. Stevens Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
BRADEN BELLE MRS. UNK 3 15 1909 BRINKLEY
3-19-1909 A tornado almost completey destroyed Brinkley Monday night, the estimate is about 35 people dead, and property loss about $1,000,000. Among the dead:PORTLY H.FOOTE/CHARLES FRANTZ/HARRY STOVALL-AGE 17J.L.STARRETT/MRS.ETHEL PHILLIPS/A.M.HOOD/MRS.BELLE BRADEN/ISAAC REED/RUSSELL REED/RAYMOND REED/MRS.ISAAC REED/
BRADFORD HOPE LEE 9 26 1919 12 19 2003 MEMORIAL SERVICE VET-WWII
Hope Lee Bradford, age 84, of Dallas, died Friday, Dec. 19, 2003, at his home.Mr. Bradford was born Sept. 26, 1919, in Tunica, Miss., the son of Addison Morton Bradford Sr., and Olivette Bonner Bradford. He was raised in Forrest City.He was a World War II veteran and owned and operated Consoldiated Sawmills in Shreveport, La. He served as commander of the American Legion in Shreveport, was a 60-year Mason and a 50-year Shriner.Mr. Bradford is survived by his wife of 21 years, Nancy Bradford, and a daughter Hope Bradford Prince of Shreveport; a son, Robert Newton Osmond of Seattle; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a daughter, Olivette Bradford.A memorial service for Mr. Bradford will be held at the Restland Memorial Chapel in Dallas on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2003. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital, c/o Hella Shrine Temple, 2121 Rowlett Road, Garland, Texas 75043.
BRADFORD RUTHIE MAE MRS. SWIFT 3 17 1924 1 16 2003 Park View Cemetery
Mrs. Ruthie Mae Swift Williams Bradford, age 78, of Manteca, Calif., died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003, at Doctors Hospital in Manteca, Calif.Mrs. Bradford, born March 17, 1924, in Hughes, was the daughter of John and Texella Gordon Swift. She lived in Forrest City for many years and was an employee of The Fabric Center, Sanyo Manufacturing and East Central. In 1976, Mrs. Bradford married L.D. Bradford and moved to Memphis. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Memphis.Mrs. Bradford is survived by five sons, L.C. Poole of Las Vegas, Nev., Joe Williams of Forrest City, John Williams and Glen Williams, both of Memphis, Charles Williams of Manteca, Calif.; two brothers, Rev. William Swift of Detroit, Mich., and James Swift of Memphis, 21 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and a number of other relatives and friends. Mrs. Bradford was preceded in death by two sons, Leslie Williams and Roosevelt Williams Jr.; three brothers and three sisters.Funeral services for Mrs. Bradford will be held on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2003, in Stockton, Calif.
BRADFORD WANDA MRS. 2 10 1919 8 9 2007 MEMORIAL SERVICE
Mrs. Wanda Bradford, age 88, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, at Crestpark Retirement Inn. Mrs. Bradford was born Feb. 10, 1919, in Haynes. She was a charter member of the Forrest City Church of God. She is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Bartlett of Forrest City and Wanda Walker of Olive Branch, Miss; two sons, Waymon D. White of Helena-West Helena and James E. White of Forrest City, 24 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren 23 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Waymon White; her second husband, Walter L. Bradford and three grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bradford will be held at the Forrest City Church of God, from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, 2007. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m.Published: 2007-08-16
BRADLEY CHARLES A. 11 1 1942 8 16 2004 BARNISHAW
Charles A. Bradley, 61, of Judsonia, Arkansas died on Monday, August 16, 2004. He worked for sixteen years at General Industries in Forrest City, and at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in Searcy for twenty-six years.Mr. Bradley is survived by his wife, Rosie Bradley of the home; one son, James Russell Bradley and his wife Sandra of Texas; one daughter, Toni Lea Bradley of Ohio; two grandsons, James David Bradley and Jason Ryan Bradley of Texas; four brothers, Arvel Bradley and his wife Dora, Roy Bradley and his wife Charlotte, Murrell Bradley and Tommy Hay; four sisters, Edith Austin and her husband Barry, June Thompson, Frances Brown and Sharon Hay.He is also survived by an extra special friend, Bonnie Bailey and his father and mother-in-law, Mr. And Mrs. Doyne Emmerson and a host of nieces and nephews.He is preceded in death by his parents, Josh and Pearl Taylor; a sister, Mary Mott; and a brother, Earl (Buddy) Bradley.Graveside services will be Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree, Arkansas. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home, Bald Knob/ Judsonia,
BRADLEY CHARLEY UNK 8 1 1897 FCTIMES
Coroner Gaines was called to Madison Saturday, by telegram to hold an inquest over the remains of a drowned man. On his arrival at Madison, he found the circumstances attending the drowning of such a nature as not to require an inquest. The drowned man's name was Charley Bradley, a native of Phildadephia. He was engaged in rafting logs, two miles above Madison, and while in shallow water, endeavoring to float a grounded raft, stepped into a "pocket." and, being unable to swim, lost his life. A companion endeavored to save him but came near to losing his own life, the drowning man grasping him around the body. It was a difficult job to loosen the man's hold, but at last succeeded and Bradley was left to his fate. His remains were interred in the cemetery in Madison. DATED 8-6-1897
BRADLEY CURTIS SR. 7 16 1922 2 1 2005 Macedonia M.B. Church in Madison-WWII VET-WWII
Mr. Curtis Bradley Sr., age 82, of Madison, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, in Aurora, Colo.Mr. Bradley was born July 16, 1922, in Warren. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II, retired from the Forrest City School District in 1997 after 29 years and was a member of the Macedonia M.B. Church in Madison.Mr. Bradley was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Mary Bradley, in 1999. He is survived by eight sons, Curtis Bradley Jr. of Madison, John Bradley of West Memphis, Harry Bradley of Memphis, Edward Bradley of Aurora, Colo., Terry Bradley of Moreno Valley, Calif., Michael Bradley of Bartlesville, Okla., Isaac Bradley of Kileen, Texas and Lawrence Turner of San Diego, Calif.; and a daughter, Beverly Griffin of Norman, Okla. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Bradley will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Woodard's Funeral Service in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Macedonia M.B. Church in Madison.
BRADLEY LEILA MAE MRS. DEDNER 8 6 1967 7 21 2005 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Leila Mae Bradley, age 37, of Forrest City, died Thursday, July 21, 2005, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Bradley was born Aug. 6, 1967, the daughter of Mary Virginia Dedner and Sherman Dedner, and was a housekeeper. She is survived by her parents, both of Forrest City; two sons, Brandon Maurice Dedner and Christopher Germel Bradley, both of Forrest City; two daughter, Tamara Rachelle Bradley and Shavonta Bryson, both of Forrest City; four sisters, Mary Ann Dender of Memphis, Lisa Holmes, Ashli Dedner and Keva Jeffery, all of Forrest City; two brothers, Alvin Dedner of St. Louis, Mo., and Murray Dedner of Forrest City.Visitation for Mrs. Bradley will be held on Friday, July 29, 2005, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Living God with Rev. Elbert Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.
BRADLEY LILLIAN I. MRS. WOODARD 4 10 1953 1 22 2003 SCOTT-BOND CEMETERY
Mrs. Lillian I. Bradley, age 49, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mrs. Bradley was born April 10, 1953, in Forrest City, the daughter of Ben Woodard and Elizabeth Tomlin.Mrs. Bradley is survived by her husband, Curtis Bradley of Madison; two daughters, Ruby A. Bradley and Lucretia C. Bradley both of Forrest City; five sisters, Bobbie Brown, Ora Brown, Sandra McCoy and Jannie Faye Woodard all of Forrest City and Caneila Flenoy of St. Louis, Mo.; Seven brothers, Benjamin Woodard and Bernard Woodard both of Forrest City, Andrew Diggs and Rickey Woodard both of Newport News, Va., Daniel Poole of Marianna, Willie Woodard of Fort Lynewood, Mo., and Wayne Tomlin of Palestine; a step-mother, Inez Woodard of Forrest City and three grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bradley will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2003, from 12 to 5 p.m. and a wake will be follow from 5 to 6 p.m., both in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2003, at 1 p.m. at Beth Salem M. B. Church with Rev. Rickey Woodard officiating. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery in Madison.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BRADLEY MARY SUE MRS. SMITH 4 10 1934 9 25 1999 MADISON
Mary Sue Bradley, age 65, of Madison, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999, at her home. She was a member of Macedonia M.B. Church for over 35 years and was active in Senior Choir and Mother Board. She was also a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Curtis Bradley of Madison; one daughter, Beverly Griffin of Tulsa, Okla.; seven sons, Curtis Bradley of Madison, John Bradley of West Memphis, Harry Bradley of Memphis, Edward Bradley of Aurora, Calif., Terry Bradley of Los Angeles, Calif., Michael Bradley of Dallas, Texas and Isaac Bradley of Killeen, Texas; two sisters, Fannie Townsend and Elizabeth West, both of Portageville, Mo.; one brother, M.L. Smith of Sikeston, Mo.; 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, Oct. 1, 1999, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Oct. 3, 1999, at 1 p.m. at Macedonia M.B. Church in Madison with Rev. L.Z. Jones officiating with burial following in Madison Cemetery.PER SSDI:MARY S BRADLEY 10 Apr 1934 25 Sep 1999 (V) 72359 (Madison, Saint Francis, AR)
BRADLEY ODESSA MRS. 11 19 1916 9 12 2003 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mrs. Odessa "Lucille" Bradley, age 86, of Forrest City, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Bradley, born Nov. 19, 1916, in Bonaire, was a retired farmer and a veteran of the United States Army. She is survived by four sons, Elsee Bradley and Zedekiah Worsham Jr., both of Chicago, Ill., Terry Bradley of Friendswood, Texas, and Joe Henry Bradley of Sherwood; six daughters, Juanita Bradley and Gerri Dotson, both of Chicago, Ill., Helen Rhodes, Dorothy Bradley and Annette Bradley, all of Forrest City, and Erica Scott of Little Rock; a brother, Thomas Shine of Milwaukee, Wis.; two sisters, Mary Fertha of Forrest City and Leatha Willis of St. Louis, Mo.; 26 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bradley will be held on Friday, Sept. 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2003, at 2 p.m. with at Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. John Strong officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery
BRADY MAXINE MS. 9 5 1936 7 9 2006 BELL
Ms. Maxine Brady, age 69, of Palestine, died Sunday, July 9, 2006, at the Wynne Healthcare Center.Ms. Brady was born Sept. 5, 1936, in Marianna, the daughter of Lon Brady and Sarah Huckaba Brady. She lived in Palestine for most of her life and was a homemaker. She is survived by a brother, James Brady of Palestine; one sister, Margaret Smith of Forrest City and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Brady.Visitation for Ms. Brady will be held on Wednesday, July 12, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 13, 2006, at 10 a.m. at Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery.PER SSDI:MAXINE BRADY 09 Apr 1936 09 Jul 2006 (V) 72372 (Palestine, Saint Francis, AR) (none specified) 430-86-5634 Arkansas SS-5 Letter
BRADY S. 1836 8 18 1902 OHIO 8-22-1902
DEATH OF S.BRADY=Last Friday, Aug.15,1902, S.Brady, the local jeweler, while standing in front of his store, was seen to stagger, and before aid could reach him, he fell prostrate to the sidewalk, with paralysis. He was placed in a carriage and taken to his home, and all that could be was done, but to no avail. On Monday, Aug.18,1902, his spirit passed to its maker. His remains were shipped to Franklin, Ohio, where he will be laid to rest beside his wife, who died some years earlier. His son, Capt.J.M.Brady, accompanied the remains, Mr.Brady was about 66 years of age, and has resided in Forrest City for about 13 years. He leaves two daughters and a son here to survive him.
BRADY S. Mrs. UNK 10 29 1895 FCTIMES
Mrs.Brady, the wife of our esteemed jeweler, S.Brady, died at home Tuesday afternoon. Her remains will be interred in Franklin, Ohio.-11-1-1895
BRADY UNKNOWN UNK 9 1906 UNKNOWN
At the examining trial before Squire Sanders Wednesday, the negro girl, Sallie Hiblett, who killed a negro named Brady, near Haynes, a couple of weeks ago, was discharged, the evidence going to show she acted in self defense. 10-5-1906
BRAKENSIEK EVA ELLEN MRS. 9 13 1905 1 17 2000 TYRONZA
Eva Ellen Brakensiek, age 94, of West Memphis, formerly of Tyronza, died Monday, Jan. 17, 2000, at the Johnson-Hobson Health Care Center in Marion. She was a general insurance clerk for Treadwell and Harry and was a member of the Rosewood Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph L. Brakensiek. She is survived by two daughters, Carol Reynolds of Proctor, and Jane Sisler of Corpus Christi, Texas; one son, Charles Brakensiek of West Memphis; eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 20, 2000, at 1 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel in West Memphis. Burial will follow in Tyronza Cemetery in Tyronza, under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
BRANAN ROY HAYDEN BRO. 5 8 1915 2 4 2009 FPARK
Bro. Roy Hayden Branan, age 93, of Palestine, died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at Wynne Health Care. Bro. Branan was born May 8, 1915 and was the son of William Ira Branan and Elizabeth Jane White Crutchfield. He was the oldest living Church of God minister in Arkansas, was a carpenter and a member of Forrest City Church of God. Bro. Branan is survived by his wife, Louise Branan, of the home; a daughter, Doris Williams of Farmington; three sons Roy H. Branan Jr. of Michigan; Robert W. Branan of Ohio and Douglas R. Branan of California; nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Visitation for Bro. Branan will be held on Friday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Forrest City Church of God. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Forrest City Church of God with Bro. Chelch Reagan officiating. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.Published: 2009-02-06
BRANDON ALICE CHARLOTTE MRS GIBSON 3 5 1922 11 9 2008 MEMORIAL
Mrs. Alice Charlotte Gibson Brandon, age 86, of Searcy, died Sunday, November 9, 2008. Mrs. Brandon was born March 5, 1922, in Hope, the daughter of Giles Henry Gibson and Nellie Mason Hoge Gibson. She was a graduate of Fayetteville High School and earned a BA in French from the University of Arkansas. Mrs. Brandon married Hiram Francis Brandon Jr. in 1944 and he preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by a sister Shirley Gibson Hulse of The Sea Ranch, Calif.; three daughters, Joanne Brandon McLendon and Nell Brandon Harris both of Little Rock and Charlotte Brandon Mizell of Van Buren; a son, Hiram Francis Brandon III of Fayetteville; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Giles Albert Gibson and Orrin Lovewell Gibson. A memorial service for Mrs. Brandon will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., at First United Methodist Church in Searcy. North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of all arrangements. The family requests memorials be made to First United Methodist Church in Searcy and to Hospice Home Care, 2200 Bowman Road, Little Rock, 72211. Friends and family are invited to view the online obituary and sign the guest register at www.nlrfh.com.Published: 2008-11-12
BRANDON WILLIE JAMES JR. 6 23 1938 12 19 2004 NEW BETHEL M.B.CHURCH
Mr. Willie James "Big Willie" Brandon Jr., age 66, died on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at his home.Mr. Brandon, born June 23, 1938, was the son of Willie James Brandon Sr. and Mable McCraney Brandon. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Christine Cheers; six sons, Willie James Brandon Jr., Larry Brandon and Eric Brandon, all of Forrest City, Ricky Brandon of Millington, Tenn., and Corey Cheers and Antonio Cheers, both of Marianna; seven daughters, Juantina Brandon and Nicole Cheers, both of Marianna, Tammy Smith of Misaw Air Force Base in Japan, Patricia Copeland of Oceanside, Calif., Felicia Fields and Felisa Robinson, both of Forrest City and Charlotte Wright of Nashville, Tenn.; a sister, Barbara Allen of Chicago, Ill.; 31 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Brandon will be held on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Marianna Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 24, 2004, at 11 a.m. at New Bethel M.B. Church in Marianna.
BRANDON-CUNNINGHAM NORA MRS. 9 17 1922 10 8 2007 CASTEEL
Mrs. Nora Brandon-Cunningham, age 88, of Chicago, Ill., died Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Brandon-Cunningham, formerly of Forrest City, was born Sept. 17, 1922, in Forrest City, the daughter of Tob Brandon and Charlotte Sweeney Brandon. She is survived by a son, John W. Jennings of Bakersville, Calif.; one sister, Josephine Gatlin of Chicago, Ill. and two brothers, Lonzo Brandon and Nathaniel Brandon both of Chicago, Ill. Visitation for Mrs. Brandon-Cunningham will be held on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, from 12 to 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2007-10-17
BRANTLEY HAZEL ROWENA 12 1910 6 5 1911 CITY
6-9-1911 DEATH=Hazel Rowena, 7 months old baby daughter of Mr.& Mrs.A.N.Brantley died at their residence in the Fussell addition last Monday, June 5,1911, of congestion, and was buried that afternoon at Forrest City cemetery. Rev.Geo.H.Kirker of the Presbyterian church presiding.
BRANTLEY HELEN M. MRS. MYERS 11 3 1913 10 5 2001 FPARK
NEXT TO J.NALL BRANTLEY-Mrs. Helen Myers Brantley, age 87, of Indianola, Miss., formerly of Forrest City, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2001.Mrs. Brantley was born Nov. 3, 1913, in Forrest City, and was the daughter of Leslie Myers and Mamie Sellars Myers. She had made her home in Forrest City most of her life where she was a housewife and a member of the First Baptist Church.Mrs. Brantley was married to Nall Brantley in 1932 and he preceded her in death in 1989.She is survived by one daughter, Barbara Brantley Hill of Indianola; one son, Rev. David Brantley of Alanson, Mich.; one sister, Mary Hardy of Forrest City; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.A graveside funeral service for Mrs. Brantley was held today, Monday, Oct. 8, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Forrest Park Cemetery. Rev. David Brantley officiated the service under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. 6165
BRANTLEY VICKI MRS. SUGGS 11 6 1951 11 21 2007 FPARK
Mrs. Vicki Suggs Brantley, age 56, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ from her home in Alanson, MI, on Wednesday morning, November 21, 2007. Vicki was born in Russellville, AR, on November 6, 1951, to C.E. and Wanda Suggs, and was raised from an early age by her stepmother Hermoyne Suggs. All three have preceded her in death as well as a brother, Harold Suggs. Vicki graduated from Fuller High School in Little Rock in May of 1968, entered school to become an X-ray technician, and worked in this field for more than 20 years. On July 12, 1975, she married David Brantley and they have one daughter, Chelsea Beth (Luke) Nixon; and she has two stepchildren, David Brantley II and Mary Edith (Chris) Hedge. Vicki's husband became a full-time senior pastor in November of 1981, and she assumed the role of a loving and caring first lady in three churches, Westwood Church of the Nazarene in Little Rock (four years), Highland Church of the Nazarene, Highland, IN (seven years) and for the past 15 years has ministered in the Alanson Church of the Nazarene in Alanson, MI. Vicki was a loved, respected, kind and faithful servant of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She did medical transcriptions, serving many doctors in the Petoskey area for more than 12 years. Vicki is survived by her husband, David; daughter, Chelsea (Luke) Nixon of Bourbonnais, IL; stepdaughter, Edie (Chris) Hedge of College Station, TX; stepson, David II of Nashville, TN; four grandchildren, Sawyer Brantley and Abby, Savannah and Zac Hedge; sister, Phyllis (Bill) Dickey of Belleville, AR; brothers, Jim (Donna) Suggs of Belleville, AR, and Randy (Linda) Suggs of Little Rock; several nieces and nephews, many other family members; her beloved Alanson Church of the Nazarene family; and a host of other brothers and sisters in Christ. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 2:00 p.m., at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City, Local arrangements will be handled by Stevens Funeral Home. Visit the online registry at stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2007-11-28
BRASEL DEAN 5 1 1938 3 13 2004 PRIVATE
Mr. Dean Brasel, age 65, of White Hall, died Saturday, March 13, 2004, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff.Mr. Brasel was born May 1, 1938, in Marietta, Miss., the son of the late Roy Brasel and Alta Donohoo Brasel. He grew up in Barton, was a 1956 graduate of Barton High School. He worked in Helena as vice-president of the First Federal Savings and Loan for a number of years. He moved to Pine Bluff in 1982 and was employed by the first South Savings and Loan in data processing. After his retirement, he was self-employed by Dotty's Country Designs where he made furniture. Mr. Brasel was a member of the South Side Baptist Church.Mr. Brasel is survived by his wife, Dotty Basse Brasel of White Hall; two daughters, Maurica Dooley of Forrest City and Pam Jackson of Palestine; two brothers, Jerry Brasel of Riverside, Calif. and James Brasel of Helena; a sister Rebecca Dickerson of West Helena; and four grandchildren. Mr. Brasel was preceded in death by a brother, Lee Brasel.Funeral services for Mr. Brasel will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2004, at 2 p.m., at South Side Baptist Church with Dr. Mark Tolbert officiating. Visitation will follow the services in the fellowship hall of the church. Burial will be private. Fuller Funeral Services of Pine Bluff is in charge of all arrangements
BRATTON LILLIE MAY MRS COLLINS 2 3 1922 8 3 1965 FPARK
Mrs. Bratton's Services Set At 10 Saturday. Funeral services for Mrs. Lilly May Bratton, 43, who died suddenly here Tuesday night, will be held in Stevens Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Saturday. Rev. J. V. Cobb will conduct the services. Burial will be in Forrest Park Cemetery. Mrs. Bratton had been making her home in Macon, Ill. She was visiting her mother, Mrs. Lee Roberts of the Powers Community south of Forrest City at the time of her death. Born in Bath, Ky., on Feb. 3, 1922, Mrs. Bratton was the daughter of Harriet and William G. Collins. She had also lived in Paragould, and had lived in Illinois the past eight months. Survivors include her husband, Eugene Bratton; five sons, Alfred, Roy, Larry, Jewel, and Doyle; and three daughters, Joy, Peggy and Eulahl, all of Macon; her mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Roberss; two brothers, Lawrence Collins of Macon and Garld Collins of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Luera Hammond of Shelbyville, Ill., Mrs. Imogene Jewel of Paragould, and Mrs. Stella Bryan of Fremont, Calif., and three grandchildren.Death date is August 3, 1965- Brenda Huntley Added: 10/29/2007
BRATTON PATRICIA ANN MRS. HAYGOOD 8 23 1954 7 20 2004 ANTIOCH CEMETERY
Mrs. Patricia Ann Bratton, age 49, of Elkmont, Ala., died Tuesday, July 20, 2004, at her home.Mrs. Bratton was born Aug. 23, 1954, in Memphis, the daughter of Herman Curtis Haygood Sr. and Mary Frances McCoy Haygood. She was a homemaker.Mrs. Bratton is survived by her husband, Tandy Bratton of Elkmont, Ala.; her mother of Elkmont, Ala.; two sons, Jimmy Haggard of Athens, Ala. and Robin Haggard of Smyrna, Tenn.; a step-son; a daughter, Teresa Haggard Hosea of Athens, Ala.; and two step-daughters. She is also survived by three brothers, Bobby Haygood Sr. and Jackie Haygood Sr. both of Athens, Ala. and Herman Haygood Jr. of Elkmont, Ala.; four sisters, Frances Norman and Cathy Ray both of Elkmont, Ala., Linda Cummings of Colt and Carolyn Wilder of Forrest City and 14 grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Bratton were held on Thursday, July 22, 2004, in the Chapel of Ardmore Memorial Funeral Home in Ardmore, Ala., with Bro. Marshall Norman and Bro. John Moss officiating. Burial will in follow in Antioch Cemetery in Elkmont, Ala.
BRAWNER BEULAH MRS. HAMILTON 7 12 1915 5 19 2004 LOUGHRIDGE
Mrs. Beulah "Snooks" Brawner, age 88, of Colt, died Wednesday, May 19, 2004, at her home.Mrs. Brawner was born July 12, 1915, in Colt, the daughter of Claude Coker Hamilton and Elzaide Dempsey Hamilton. She lived in Colt for most of her life and was a member of the New Prospect Baptist Church in Forrest City.Mrs. Brawner is survived by a daughter, Bettye Clay Spann of Colt, a brother, William Brice "Sonny" Hamilton of Colt; a sister, Claudia Pulliam of Clinton; four grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Brawner; a son Randal Eugene Brawner and two sisters, Hazel Thayer and Kathleen Bianki.Visitation for Mrs. Brawner will be held for on Friday, May 21, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., on Saturday, May 22, 2004, in the Chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne with Rev. Ed Addison officiating. Burial will follow in Loughridge Cemetery in Colt.
BRAWNER GEORGE WILLIAM 11 19 1920 4 23 2005 COGBILL CEMETERY USNAVY WWII
Mr. George William Brawner, age 84, of Colt, died Saturday, April 23, 2005.Mr. Brawner was born in Nov. 19, 1920, in Vanndale, the son of Luther Odis Brawner and Edna Zula Pearson Brawner. He was a lifelong resident of Cross County, a retired Cross County Road Department foreman and a rice farmer. He also served in World War II in the Pacific on the USS Montrose in the United States Navy and was a member of Fitzgerald Crossing Baptist Church.Mr. Brawner is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy Nell Aston Brawner of Colt; three sons, Larry George Brawner and Michael Edward Brawner both of Wynne and Ronnie Joe Brawner of Colt; a daughter, Peggy Allene Brawner Burnett of Hickory Ridge; one brother, J.L. Brawner of Wynne; nine grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Grady Brawner, Odis Andy Brawner and Luther Junior Brawner and one sister, Joy Brawner Neisler.Visitation for Mr. Brawner will be held on Monday, April 25, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home of Wynne. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home of Wynne on Tuesday, April 26, 2005, at 10 a.m., with Rev. Ellis Jones, Rev. Johnnie Green and Bro. Herbert Rolland officiating. Burial will follow in Cogbill Cemetery in Wynne.
BRAWNER GRADY EUGENE 10 8 1911 2 8 2004 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Grady Eugene Brawner, age 92, of Colt, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis.Mr. Brawner was born Oct. 8, 1911, in Colt, the son of Luther Odis Brawner and Edna Zula Pearson Brawner. He lived most of his life in Colt, was a retired manager of the Farmer's Co-Op in Pine Bluff and was a member of the New Prospect Baptist Church in Colt.Mr. Brawner is survived by his wife, Beulah Clay Hamilton Brawner; a daughter, Bettye Clay Spann of Colt; two brothers, George William Brawner of Colt and J.L. Brawner of Wynne; four grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Eugene Randal Brawner; two brothers, Odis Andy Brawner and Luther Junior Brawner and a sister, Joy Ollie Neisler.Visitation for Mr. Brawner will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004, in the Chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne, at 10 a.m., with Rev. Ed Addison officiating. Burial will follow in Loughridge Cemetery in Colt.
BRAY JESSE L. 10 23 1942 6 13 2007 BELL USARMY
Mr. Jesse L. "Jay" Bray, age 64, of Conway, and formally of Forrest City, died Tuesday, June 13, 2007, at his home. Mr. Bray was born Oct. 23, 1942, the son of Wilmer Bray and Ethel Lamb Bray. He was a veteran of the Army and a member of the National Rifle Association. Mr. Bray was also a member of Midway Baptist Church in Palestine and transferred his membership to First Baptist Church in Conway. Mr. Bray is survived by his mother, of Wynne; his wife, Sandy Bray of the home; two sons, Mark Bray and Kelly Bray, both of Las Vegas, Nev.; a daughter, Shelia Bray of Las Vegas; a step-son, Robert Guthery of Abilene, Texas, two step-daughters, Carolyn Morris of Tulia, Texas and Yvette Alsup of Rising Star, Texas; three brothers, Donald Bray of Marion, Sonny Bray of Earle and Barry Rogers of Dallas, Texas; three sisters, Barbara Combs of Marion, Linda Snyder of Tyronza and Charolette Archer of Wynne; 22 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a step-daughter Tracy Jones. Visitation for Mr. Bray will be held on Friday, June 15, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2007, at Midway Baptist Church in Palestine at 3 p.m. with Bro. Carl Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow at Bell Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.Published: 2007-06-15
BRAZILE MADIE MRS. VINCENT 5 7 1926 8 7 2007 HUGHES
Mrs. Madie Brazile, age 81, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, at Crestpark Nursing Home. Mrs. Brazile was born May 7, 1926, the daughter of John William Vincent and Lillie McClain Vincent. She was a member of the Church of God and was retired from Sanyo. Mrs. Brazile is survived by five sons, John Brazile, Richard Brazile and Charlie Brazile all of Forrest City, Jason Brazile of Wynne and William "Bubba" Brazile of Clarksville, Tenn.; a daughter, Mahala Lacefield of Forrest City; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Brazile and a daughter Brenda Gail Brooks. Visitation for Mrs. Brazile will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007 at Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, Aug. 10, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home with Bro. Chelch Reagan officiating assisted Bro. J.E. Hughes. Burial will follow at Hughes Cemetery.Published: 2007-08-08
BRAZLE W. M. UNK 2 27 1904 UNKNOWN
W.M.Brazle, known as Braze, a very old colored man, died at this place last Saturday morning, of pneumonia. Democrat Times 3-4-1904
BREWER ESTER LEE MRS. 4 23 1926 6 6 2005 MT.MORIAH CEMETERY
Mrs. Ester Lee Brewer, age 79, of Palestine, died Monday, June 6, 2005, in Forrest City.Mrs. Brewer was born April 23, 1926, in Palestine and she was a homemaker.Mrs. Brewer is survived by her husband, Amos Brewer Sr. of Flint, Mich.; five sons, Amos Brewer Jr. of St. Louis, Mo., Benny Brewer of Moro, Willie C. Brewer of Oklahoma, Gairie W. Brewer of Forrest City and Curtis Brewer of Brinkley; two daughters, Ethel Chism of Pine Bluff and Sheila Ann Brewer of Palestine and many other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Brewer will be held on Friday, June 10, 2005, from 11:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Mt. Moriah M.B. Church in Lee County on Saturday, June 11, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Lee County.
BREWER F. EUGENIA MRS. LAWRENCE 10 16 1954 10 19 2001 BELL
Mrs. F. Eugenia Brewer, aged 47, of Forrest City, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2001, at her home.She was born Oct. 16, 1954, in Covington, Tenn., the daughter of Wallace F. Lawrence and Etta Jean Wall Lawrence. She made her home in Forrest City all her life. She was a housewife and a member of Midway Baptist Church.In 1977, she married James A. Brewer, who preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by two daughters, Jean E. Vick and R. Leella Hutcherson, both of Forrest City; a sister, Debra J. Edenfield of Bradenton, Fla.; two brothers, James E. Lawrence of North Topsail Beach, N.C.; and George R. Lawrence of Forrest City. She was preceded in death by a son, Karl Cowan Chambers.Funeral services for Mrs. Brewer were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2001, at Stevens Funeral Home, with Rev. Ron Coats officiating. Burial followed at Bell Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BREWER IRENE MRS LILES 4 10 1925 2 19 2009 FPARK
Mrs. Irene Brewer, age 83, of Scranton and formerly of Forrest City, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at her daughter's home in Scranton. Mrs. Brewer was born April 10, 1925, in Missouri, the daughter of John Harper Liles and Sophie Chandler Liles. She lived in Forrest City until moving in 2006. She was a retired assembly group leader for Sanyo Manufacturing and was a member of the Spadra Baptist Church in Clarksville. Mrs. Brewer married Onis D. Brewer in 1944, and he preceded her in death in 1986. She is survived by three daughters, Evelyn Stafford of Heltonville, Ind.., Ima Jean Sullivan of Bedford, Ind. and Patsy Ann Brown of Scranton; one son Onis "Bo" G. Brewer of Forrest City; three sisters, Faye Walls of Bloomington, Ind., Clara Mae Nunery of Camden, Tenn. and Lena F. Liles of Solsberry, Ind.; two brothers, J.T. Liles of Martinsville, Ind. and John "Jr." Liles of Solsberry, Ind.; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Brewer were held on Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Forrest Park Cemetery. The family requests that memorials be made to the Spadra Baptist Church, P.O. Box 242, Clarksville, AR 72830. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.stevensfuneral.net.Published: 2009-02-23
BREWER JAMES AARON 5 17 1945 9 21 1999 BELL
James Aaron 'J.A.' Brewer, age 54, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 1999, at the Cross County Hospital in Wynne. He was born May 17, 1945, in Belton, Texas, to Edward and Maggie Stokes Brewer. He lived in St. Francis County most all of his life and was a security guard supervisor for Muller Industries. He married Eugenia Lawrence in 1978, and she survives him along with two daughters, Jean Vick and Leella Sodachanh, both of Forrest City; three brothers, Charles Brewer and Donnie Brewer, both of Palestine, and Jerry Brewer of Forrest City; one sister, Maxine Burton of West Memphis, and a host of friends. Visitation will be Thursday, Sept. 23, 1999, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24, 1999, with burial to follow at Bell Cemetery in Palestine with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
BREWER LARRY WILLIAM 4 14 1949 6 21 2008 HUGHES
Mr. Larry William Brewer, age 59, of Forrest City, died Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the VA Hopsital in Memphis. Mr. Brewer was born April 14, 1949, the son of Willard Elwood Brewer and Lila Ruth Black Brewer. He was employed at Ross Ford-Toyota in Wynne in the parts department and he was a member of the Landmark Baptist Church. Mr. Brewer is survived by his mother; his wife, Linda Brewer of the home; a daughter, Stephanie Fryer of Beebe; one brother, James "Butch" Brewer of Forrest City; two sisters, Sharon Kennedy of Palestine and Becky Brewer of Forrest City and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services for Mr. Brewer were held on Monday, June 23, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home with Bro. W.L. Prentice officiating. Burial followed in Hughes Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society.Published: 2008-06-23
BREWINGTON HAROLD JOSEPH 1958 3 25 2003 SMITH CHAPEL CEMETERY
CHERRY VALLEY -- Harold Joseph "Joey" Brewington, 45, of Cherry Valley died Tuesday, March 25,2003 , at the CrossRidge Community Hospital in Wynne. Born in FORREST CITY, he was a former resident of Wynne and lived most of his life in FORREST CITY before moving to Cherry Valley one year ago. He was a self-employed contractor and was an active member of the First Assembly of God in Wynne. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited. Survivors include his wife, Glennis Pervin Brewington of Cherry Valley; two daughters, Catherine Brewington and Olivia Brewington, both of Cherry Valley; his parents, Harold and Ruth Spears Brewington of Wynne; two brothers, Scott Brewington and Todd Brewington, both of Wynne; and two grandchildren, Jessie and Sarah Hamrick. Funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Assembly of God in Wynne, with Wayne Gore officiating. Burial will follow in Smith Chapel Cemetery at Wynne.
BRICKHOUSE VERDIL 6 13 1943 3 15 2001 FORREST CITY CEMETERY
Mr. Verdil Brickhouse, age 57, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 15, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East, in Memphis. Mr. Brickhouse was born June 6, 1943, in Forrest City. He was the son of James Brickhouse and Izora Pearson Brickhouse. Mr. Brickhouse is survived by three daughters, Caroly Brickhouse and Margarett Dawson, both of Little Rock and Shellen Brickhouse of Forrest City; one son, Charles Brickhouse of Forrest City; two sisters, Bertha Fields and Airlona Jones, both of Peoria, Ill.; three brothers, James Brickhouse, John Lee Brickhouse and Willie C. Brickhouse, all of Peoria, Ill. and nine grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Brickhouse will be Tuesday, March 20, 2001, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the chapel of Woodhouse Morturary. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 21, 2001, at 10 a.m., in Christ Temple Pentecostal Church with the Elder Thomas Holloway officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BRIDGEFORTH TOMMY L. 7 16 1957 2 6 2003 GOODWIN
Mr. Tommy L. Bridgeforth, age 45, of Palestine, died Thursday, Feb. 6, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Bridgeforth was born July 16, 1957, in Hughes, the son of James Gardner and Minnie Garner. He is survived by his parents, of Forrest City; a daughter, Brandy Bridgeforth of Jacksonville; one son, Robert Bridgeforth of Jacksonville; four brothers, Harold Shannon Sr. of Cotton Plant, Anthony Shannon of Flint, Mich., Maurice Shannon of San Diego, Calif. and James Gardner Jr. of Atlanta, Ga.; one sister, Pamela Gardner of Palestine; and a host of other relatives and friends.Funeral services for Mr. Bridgeforth will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Antioch M.B. Church in Palestine with Rev. Harold Shannon officiating. Burial will follow in Goodwin Cemetery in Goodwin. Marianna Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
BRIDGES HELEN S. MRS. NICHOLAS 4 25 1914 12 23 2006 FPARK
Next to Theodore Bridges-Married Oct.311931-Mrs. Helen "Mammaw" Bridges, age 92, of Colt, died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2006, at Cross Ridge Hospital in Wynne. Mrs. Bridges was born April 25, 1914, in Panola County, Miss., and was the daughter of Green Fench Nicholas and Mary Elizabeth Keeton Nicholas. She lived in Colt for most of her life and had been an employee of Grabers Department Store and worked for the Dr. Max Roy Clinic. She was a member of the Colt United Methodist Church. In 1931, Mrs. Bridges married Theodore Bridges and he preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by one son, Thomas Bridges of Colt; one daughter, Annette Coats of Colt; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bridges will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery.Published: 2006-12-26 5170&5168
BRIDGES LILLIAN MRS. JONES 9 29 1915 1 14 2004 BELL
Mrs. Lillian "Lady" Bridges, age 88, of Palestine, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Bridges, born Sept. 29, 1915, in Palestine, was the daughter of Sam Jones and Jeanettie Dover Jones. She lived in Palestine for all of her life and attended the Twin Assembly of God Church in Palestine.Mrs. Bridges married Chester Bridges in 1933 and he preceded her in death in 1984. She is survived by five sons, Grandville Bridges, Tony Bridges and Ronnie Bridges, all of Palestine, Bert Bridges of Bald Knob and Bill Bridges of Wynne; five daughters, LaVern McBride and Billy Jean Skjerseth both of California, Linda O'Brien of Colorado, Patricia Hayden of Oklahoma and Helen Reed of Wynne; three sisters, Pat Howton and Jewel Good, both of Palestine and Lois Johnson of Little Rock; 28 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Bridges will be held on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, 2004, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery.NORTH SIDE ON FRONT
BRIDGES THEODORE H. 11 16 1907 12 8 1999 FPARK
Next to Helen Bridges-Married Oct.31,1931-Theodore H. Bridges, 92, of Colt, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1999, at his home. Mr. Bridges was born Nov. 16, 1907, in Guys, Tenn., to Bart Bridges and Ada Boatwright. He lived in Colt most of his life, was a heavy equipment operator for Missouri Pacific Railroad, a member of Colt United Methodist Church and a member of the Colt Lions Club. He is survived by his wife, Helen Nicholas Bridges, a daughter, Annette Coats of Colt; a son, Thomas Bridges of Caldwell; two brothers, Hubert Bridges of Tracy, Calif., and Clarence Bridges of Wynne; two sisters, Audrey Bridges and Edna Beales both of Wynne. Five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held tonight at Stevens Funeral Home from 6 to 8. Funeral services will be Friday, Dec. 10,1999, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m. with Rev. Everett Isom and Rev. John Speed officiating. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
BRIDGEWATER G. W. UNK 5 21 1903 UNKNOWN
G.W.Bridgewater, formerly of this city, died in Oklahoma City yesterday, May 21,1903. He was a member in good standing of the Knights of Honor of this city and in good standing. 5-22-1903
BRIDGFORTH LUCILE MRS. DAVENPORT 12 5 1905 11 30 2000 CITY
Mrs. Lucile Davenport Bridgforth, age 94, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Nov. 30, 2000, at Crestpark Nursing Home in Forrest City. Mrs. Bridgforth was born in Forrest City on Dec. 5, 1905, to Louis Edward Davenport and Mary Folbre Davenport. She lived in Forrest City all of her life and was retired from the State Revenue Office. Mrs. Bridgforth was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. She married Otto Bridgforth in 1960, and he preceded her in death in 1976. Mrs. Bridgfoth is survived by two step-sons, Otto Bridgforth Jr., of Nashville and Bill Bridgforth of Pine Bluff. Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Bridgforth will be held Saturday, Dec. 2, 2000, at 2:30 p.m. in the City Cemetery in Forrest City, with the Father Tom Newman officiating. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
BRIGHT DONNIE T. MRS. 6 5 1932 5 17 2006 FPARK
NEXT TO FRANCES BRIGHT-MARRIED NOV.1,1953- Mrs. Donnie Bright, age 73, of Colt, died at her home on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her home. She was a retired florist, a housewife and a member of the Beck Spur Baptist Church.Mrs. Bright was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Bright in 1998. Her survivors include nieces and nephews.Funeral services for Mrs. Bright were held Thursday, May 18, 2006, at 1 p.m. graveside at Forrest Park Cemetery. Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. 6089
BRIMHALL THOMAS HAROLD 12 30 1941 10 13 2004 CREMATED USMC-VIETNAM
Thomas Harold Brimhall, 62, of Jonesboro died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2004at St. Bernard's Medical Center. Born in Milan, Tenn., he was a longtime FORREST CITY resident before moving to Jonesboro 12 years ago. A retired Marine veteran who served during the Vietnam War and the Cuban Missile Crisis, he had worked as a farmer. Survivors include his wife, Myra Brimhall of the home; one stepson, Michael Jackson of Jonesboro; one brother, William Brimhall of FORREST CITY; three sisters, Lee Brimhall of Calico Rock, Darline Goins of FORREST CITY and Diane Brimhall of McAllen, Texas; and one grandson, Matthew Ryan Jacobs of Jonesboro. He was preceded in death by a son, Paul Brimhall; a stepson, Franklin Thomas; and his parents-
BRINKER OVERTUS 4 19 1928 8 5 2004 CLARK CEMETERY
Mr. Overtus Brinker, age 76, of Caldwell, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Brinker, born April 19, 1928, in Caldwell, was the retired owner of Brinker Handle and Square Mill. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Brinker of Caldwell; two sons, Elbert Brinker of Phoenix, Ariz. and Ronald Wayne Brinker of Gary Ind.; five daughters, Claudean Nance, Phyllis Ann Smith and Deborah Gregory all of Gary, Ind., Lisa Prince of Little Rock and Sheneka Davis of Colt. He is also survived by a sister, Corine Kendrick of Phoenix, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Brinker will be held on Friday, Aug. 13, 2004, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Mt. Moriah M.B. Church on Saturday, Aug. 14, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Connie Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery in Caldwell.
BRINKER ROSIE LEE MRS WILKES 6 22 1913 7 31 2005 ST.JOHN CEMETERY
Mrs. Rosie Lee Brinker, age 92, died Sunday July 31, 2005, at her home in Dolton, Ill.Mrs. Brinker was born June 22, 1913, in St. Francis County, the daughter of Charlie and Mary Wilkes. She married Isiah Brinker Sr., in 1931 and he preceded her in death in 1976. She is survived by two sons, Isiah Brinker of Chicago, Ill., and James A. Brinker of South Holland, Ill.; four daughters Ollie Jones of Dolton, Ill., Zenoble Goodwin of Converse, Texas, Flora Jean Scott of Chicago, Ill. and Reolia Brinker of Dolton, Ill.; a sister Fairview Woods of St. Louis, Mo.; 25 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; 27 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a son, Willie Albert Brinker in 1988.Visitation for Mrs. Brinker will be held on Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. A second visitation will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2005, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at St. John M.B. Church in Marianna with the funeral following at noon. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery.
BRITT LILLIAN 11 22 1915 1 20 2009 HUGHES
Ms. Lillian Britt, age 93, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Ms. Britt was born Nov. 22, 1915 and is survived by a nephew Donnie Byrd of Forrest City. Funeral services for Ms. Britt were held graveside on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Hughes Cemetery with Bro. Gary Chapman officiating. Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-01-22
BRITTNUM TONI YVETTE MISS 6 23 1959 7 11 2007 STANLEY GROVE
Ms. Toni Yvette Brittnum, age 48, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, July 11, 2007, at Arkansas Heart Hospital in Little Rock. Ms. Brittnum was born June 23, 1959, in Chicago, Ill., and was the daughter of Robert Brittnum and Evelyn Benson Brittnum. She was employed by St. Francis County Community Development Corporation and is survived by her father of Chicago, Ill.; her mother of Forrest City; two daughters, Tiffany Brittnum of Bellingham, Wash., and Charinita Brittnum of Forrest City; two sons, Corey Brittnum of Forrest City and Shawn Brittnum of Vancouver, British Columbia; a brother, Craig Brittnum of Chicago, Ill. and five grandchildren. Visitation for Ms. Brittnum will be held on Monday, July 16, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at 1 p.m. at Mt. Sinai M.B. Church with Rev. Ricky Benson officiating. Burial will follow in Stanley Grove Cemetery.Published: 2007-07-13
BRITTON ROBERT BRANSFORD 4 24 1930 2 1 2007 LINDSEY VET-KOREA
Mr. Robert Bransford "Mike" Britton Sr., age 76, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2007, at Veterans Hospital in Memphis. He had been in poor health for the past year and a half. Mr. Britton was born April 23, 1930, in Colt and was the son of Henry Earl Britton and Rosie Lee May Britton. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life, was a truck driver, a veteran of the Korean War and attended the Oak Hill Church of God. Mr. Britton married Evelyn Sherrill in 1956 and she survives him along with one son and daughter-in-law, Robert Bransford "Bucky" Britton and Virgina, of Bryant; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jacki Sue Swan and Larry of Forrest City, Sharon Kay Britton of Fort Smith and two sisters, Gracie Duffel of Caldwell and Ruth Turner of Forrest City; three grandchildren, Michael Swan and wife Leslie, Mark Swan and Jeremy Voorhies and one great-grandchild Sara Elizabeth Swan. Services for Mr. Britton will be held at the Oak Hill Church of God at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007, with burial in Lindsey Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday evening, Feb. 2, 2007 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.Published: 2007-02-01-
BROADWAY LACY CANNIE 9 22 1925 1 11 2007 MT.MORIAH CEMETERY
Mr. Lacy Cannie "L.C." Broadway, age 81, of Moro, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007, at his home. Mr. Broadway was born Sept. 22, 1925, in Moro, the son of Lacy Cannie Broadway and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Broadway. He was a farmer and a member of the Mt. Moriah M.B. Church. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Mildred Hoskins Broadway; six sons, Albert Brown of Wichita, Kan., Glen Broadway and Herbert Broadway, both of Little Rock, Cleaster Broadway of Plano, Texas, Timothy Broadway of Moro and Keith Broadway of Arlington, Texas; five daughters, Ceellia Pitts of St. Louis, Mo., Mattie Johnson of Chicago, Ill., Elizabeth Reynolds of Tacoma, Wash., and Paulette Davis and Angela Bennett both of Little Rock. He is also survived by a sister, Arizona Bowers of Moro; 21 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Dampeer in 1949; three sisters, Rosie Harrison, Fannie Vinson and Velma Duvall; seven brothers, Earnest Broadway, Cannie Franklin Broadway, Julius Broadway, M.C. Broadway, Clayborn Broadway, Emmitt Broadway and Ocie Broadway, and one grandchild. Funeral services for Mr. Broadway were held on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007 at the Mt. Moriah M.B. Church. Burial followed in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Marianna Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-01-22
BROCK JOHN WAYNE 12 20 1946 11 8 2005 BARNISHAW
Mr. John Wayne "J.W." Brock, age 58, of Forrest City, died on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005, at his home in Forrest City.Mr. Brock was born Dec. 20, 1946, in Wynne, the son of John William Brock and Betty Jean Phillips Brock. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life and was a butcher for Food Giant until retiring in 1996.Mr. Brock is survived by two sons, Greg Brock and Mike Brock both of Forrest City; one daughter, Blakely Jones of Forrest City; his father of Colt; three sisters, Linda Branham of Colt, Rita Hughes of Gassville and Deborah Hudnall of Mountain Home; and seven grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Brock will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. at the Oak Hill Church of God. Burial will follow in Barnishaw Cemetery.E
BRONTE WM. DR. UNK 9 12 1900 FORREST CITY TIMES
The intelligence of the sudden demise of Dr.Wm.Bronte, of Blackton, Ark., came to his friends in this city Wednesday. The gentleman had experienced no illness and at the time of his death was holding a business conversation with his son in law, Dr.P.E.Terry, when without a moment's warning his soul was snatched into eternity. He died of heart failure. Dr.Bronte was held in high favor and esteem by the entire community as a man of honor and intelligence. Our condolence to the widow and two daughters upon whom the mantle of gloom falls so suddenly in this sad dispensation.9-14-1900
BROOKS BEATRICE MRS. 4 15 1910 12 30 2005 FORREST CITY
Mrs. Beatrice Brooks, age 95, of Kansas City, Mo. and formerly of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 30, 2005 in Kansas City.Mrs. Brooks is survived by one son, Dr. Cato Brooks Jr. of Gary, Ind.; and three daughters, Lula Jackson of Kalamazoo, Mich., Barbara Trotter and Maxine Johnson both of Kansas City, Mo.She was preceded in death by her husband, C.T. Brooks.Visitation will be held on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2006, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Beth Salem M.B. Church. Funeral services will follow at the church at 11 a.m. with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Burial will follow in Shady Grove Cemetery. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.PER SSDI:BEATRICE BROOKS 15 Apr 1910 30 Dec 2005 (V) 64110 (Kansas City, Jackson, MO
BROOKS BLANCHE MRS. NICHOLS UNK 1 25 1905 El Paso
Mrs.Paul Brooks, nee Miss Blanche Nichols, sister of our townsman, Mr.J.M.Nichols, died at her home in El Paso, Texas, Jan.25,1905. Mr.Nichols attended the funeral, returning the following Friday. She lived in Wheatley, in this county for several years, and was a teacher in the public school of that town. She leaves a husband, and three small children to mourn her loss. 2-10-1905
BROOKS DAUGHTER 1895 1 2 1905 UNKNOWN
Wm.Murray, 14 years of age, accidentally shot and killed the 10 year old daughter of Wiley Brooks, on the W.C.Ferguson place, at Fergusonville, Monday, Jan.2,1905. The boy had been out hunting, came in, and rested his loaded shotgun against the house, afterwards picking it up and accidentally discharged it, the load of squirrel shot penetrating the child's heart at close range, killing her instantly. The coroner held an inquest, and the jury rendered a verdict of accidental shooting. 1-13-1905
BROOKS EDGAR LEE 1 5 1945 6 3 2008 CLAY HILL
Mr. Edgar Lee Brooks, age 63, of Memphis, died on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at Cross Ridge Community Hospital in Wynne. Mr. Brooks was born Jan. 5, 1945, in Haynes and was a retired driver. He is survived by his wife, Pamela Brooks, of Memphis; a son, Shawn Brooks Hampton of Silver Springs, Md.; a daughter Shawna Brooks of Atlanta, Ga.; a step-daughter, Carrie Crawford of Memphis; four brothers, Elmer Brooks of Chicago, Ill., James Brooks Jr. and Leon Brooks, both of Forrest City and Odell Brooks of Arlington, Texas; three sisters, Rosie Dale, Delores Triplett and Wordie Tittle, all of Forrest City and seven grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Brooks will be held on Sunday, June 8, 2008, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 9, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. Wade Taylor officiating. Burial will follow at Clay Hill Cemetery.Published: 2008-06-05
BROOKS GRADY DEACON, SR. 12 18 1917 7 12 2005 PARADISE GARDENS
Deacon Grady Brooks Sr., age 87, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mr. Brooks was born Dec. 18, 1917, in Nashville, the son of Milton Brooks and Carrie Brooks. He was a member of the Days Temple Church of God in Christ of Forrest City, where he served as a senior deacon and on the trustee board.Mr. Brooks is survived by his wife, Earsie L. Turner Brooks; eight sons, Grady Brooks Jr., Arthur M. Brooks, Floyd Brooks, Tony Brooks, Lorenza Brooks, Lloyd Brooks all of Chicago, Ill., Charles Brooks of Detroit, Mich. and Leartic Brooks of Peoria, Ill.; seven daughters, Minnie Hill and Verna Brooks both of Pine Bluff, Gloretha Smith of Goodwin, Barbara Johnson of Little Rock, Mildred Rodgers of Peoria, Ill., Versie Scott of Derldder, La. and Evelyn Smith of Forrest City. He is also survived by 105 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Versie Lee Brooks, Goldie Lee Brooks and Irene Brooks Howell and two brothers, Calab Brooks and Willie Hill.A memorial service for Mr. Brooks will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2005, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Days Temple Church of God in Christ. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 18, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Salem Baptist Church with Elder Grady Brooks Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Cemetery in Edmondson. The Christian Way Funeral Home of Pine Bluff is in charge of all arrangements.
BROOKS HELEN L. MRS. MAPSON 8 31 1946 6 16 2006 SHADY GROVE
Mrs. Helen L. Brooks, age 59, of Champaign, Ill., died Friday, June 16, 2006.Mrs. Brooks was born Aug. 31, 1946, in Forrest City, the daughter of Simon Mapson and Myrtle Mapson. She was employed for many years as a home health care provider in Chicago, Ill.Mrs. Brooks is survived by a son, Louis Davis Brooks; three sisters, Josephine Mapson, Gloria Mapson-Woods and Stella Mapson-Pugh; five brothers, Willie Lee Mapson, Andrews Lee Mapson, Emere Mapson, Lee Andrew Mapson and Henry Mapson and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Fannie Linzy, Thelma Hinton and Mary Branscomb; and two brothers, Isaac Mapson and Albert Mapson.Funeral services for Mrs. Brooks were held on Friday, June 23, 2006, at the Shady Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Don Crawford officiating. Burial followed in Shady Grove Cemetery. Clay Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
BROOKS INFANT UNK 4 4 2004 CASTEEL
The infant son of Crystal Brooks and Lance Dillard Sr. died Sunday, April 4, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. The infant is survived by his mother of Forrest City, his father of Madison, and a brother, Lance Dillard Jr. of Forrest City.Funeral services were held graveside at Casteel Cemetery on Monday, April 5, 2004. The Clay Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
BROOKS ROBERTA A. MRS 12 18 1919 8 27 2008 SHADY GROVE
Mrs. Roberta A. Brooks, age 88, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis. Mrs. Brooks was born Dec. 18, 1919, in Haynes. She was a retired clothes presser with Ideal Laundry. She is survived by two sons, Lee Herman Brooks of Little Rock and James Bennett Brooks of Forrest City; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mrs. Brooks will be held on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. at the Beth Salem Baptist Church, with Rev. Cato Brooks Jr., officiating. Burial will follow in Shady Grove Cemetery.Published: 2008-08-28
BROOKS WILLIE F. 4 21 1918 6 15 2006 PARADISE GARDENS USNAVY
Mr. Willie "W.F." Brooks, age 87, of Madison, died Thursday, June 15, 2006, at his home.Mr. Brooks was born April 21, 1918, in Madison, the son of Will Brooks and Julia Buffin Brooks. He was retired from 30 years at Bondol Laboratories, was a veteran of the United States Navy and a life-long member of the Madison Light M.B. Church. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Ware Brooks of Madison; three daughters, Flossie Burgess of Madison, Julia Black of Stone Mountain, Ga. and Edna Fleming of Memphis. He is also survived by two sisters, Flossie Hill of Danville, Ill. and Maelee Owens of Chicago, Ill.; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Brooks will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2006, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Burial will follow in Paradise Garden.
BROWN ABNER 9 6 1932 2 1 2004 CASTEEL CEMETERY
Mr. Abner "Albert" Brown, age 70, of Marietta, Ga., died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004, at Kennestone of Marietta, Ga.Mr. Brown was born Sept. 6, 1932, in Forrest City, to Albert Brown and Rosie Lee Brazile Brown. He is survived by his seven daughters, Isabella Brown, Rosie L. Brown and Marilyn Brown all of Milwaukee, Wis., Karin Brown, Tammy Brown and Antonia Brown all of Marietta, Ga. and Eve Adams of Flossmoor, Ill.; five sons, Albert Brown of Milwaukee, Wis., Mack Brown, Corey Glover, Gerome Glover and Melvin Brown all of Marietta, Ga.; 20 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Feb. 6, 2004, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2004, at 2:30 p.m. at the Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. John Strong officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BROWN ALBERT J. SR. 10 12 1925 3 14 2005 BARNISHAW
Mr. Albert J. "A.J." Brown Sr., age 79, died Monday, March 14, 2005 at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mr. Brown, born Oct. 12, 1925, in Marked Tree, was the son of Sarton Moses Brown and Mary Jane Jenkins Brown. He worked in the timber industry and was a member of the Church of God.Mr. Brown is survived by four sons, D. Gerald Brown of Idaho, Albert Brown Jr. of Forrest City, Douglas Brown and Darrell Brown both of Texas; five daughters, Margaret Kimmey of Texas, Jane High, Janet Brown and Sandra Brown, all of California and Mary Elizabeth Burton of Tennessee; one brother, Wallace Brown of Forrest City and three sisters, Mildred Thomas of Colt, Ruth Gerry of British Columbia and Fern Barber of Colt; 13 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.Graveside funeral services for Mr. Brown were held on Friday, March 18, 2005, at 2 p.m. Barnishaw Cemetery near Colt. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BROWN ALBERT JR. 11 10 1932 3 3 2003 SCOTT BOND
Mr. Albert Brown Jr., age 70, of Madison, died Monday, March 3, 2003, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mr. Brown, born Nov. 10, 1932, in Marianna, was the son of Albert Brown Sr. and Zelda McDowell. He is survived by four daughters, Gail Brown, Sarda Crumpler and Desiray McBee, all of Rochester, N.Y., and Ema Jean Polk of Flint, Mich.; three sons, John Albert Brown of Forrest City, Edward J. Brown and Lundie Brown, both of Rochester, N.Y.; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Funeral services for Mr. Brown will be held Friday, March 7, 2003, at noon in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary with Rev. James Brooks officiating. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery.
BROWN ALICE MRS. LOONEY 6 24 1918 11 7 2007 CASTEEL
Mrs. Alice Brown, age 89, of Madison, died Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007, at Methbodist North Hospital in Memphis. Mrs. Brown was born June 24, 1918, in Hughes, the daughter of Andrew Looney and Alice Looney. She is survived by her husband, Rev. James L. Brown; six sons, Arthur Brown, Curtis Brown, Andrew Brown and Oscar Brown all of Forrest City, Wilbert Brown of Chicago, Ill. and Spencer Brown of Marion; three daughters, Mary Shivers and Arteria Williams both of Forrest City and Velma Cornelius of St. Paul, Minn. and a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held on Monday, Nov. 12. 2007, at the Antioch M.B. Church from 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, at noon at the New Light M.B. Church with Elder Connie Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery. Kincaid Funeral Services of Helena-West Helena is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-11-12
BROWN ANNIE B. 11 7 1932 6 4 2006 CASTEEL
Mrs. Annie B. Brown, age 73, of Forrest City, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, in Forrest City.Mrs. Brown was born Nov. 7, 1932, in Forrest City. She was a retired dietitian with Forrest Memorial Hospital. She is survived by two sons, Earnest Brown of Forrest City and Henry Lee Brown of Flint, Mich.; two brothers, Jesse Johnson and Lethaniel Thompson, both of Flint, Mich.; four sisters, Dorothy Rankins, Bernice Moss and Margaret Causey all of Flint, Mich. and Cora Coleman of Forrest City; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held at Clay Funeral Home on Friday, June 9, 2006, from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Church of the Living God on Saturday, June 10, 2006 at 11 a.m. with Elder Joe Church officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BROWN BEATRICE MRS. 8 17 1926 11 27 1999 CASTEEL CEMETERY
Beatrice Brown, 73, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Nov. 27, 1999, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis. Mrs. Brown retired from the Dietitian Department at Crestpark Nursing Home after 20 years of service. She was preceded in death by he husband, Sylvester Brown, Sr. in 1997. Mrs. Brown is survived by five daughters, Louise Brown and Joyee Cottrell both of Chicago, Ill., Eva Parks of Los Angeles, Calif., Elnora Blount of Madison and Mamie Hines of Haynes; five sons, Sylvester Brown Jr. of Los Angeles Calif., Rev. Micheal Brown of Brinkley, Roy Brown of Millington, Tenn., James Brown of Rockford Ill. and Paul Brown of Forrest City; two sisters, Dasisy McKinney and Julia Brown both of Forrest City; three brothers, Erenest Templeton of Tulsa, Okla., Sammie Templeton of Flint, Mich. and Herman Templeton of Battle Creek, Mich.; 46 grandchildren and 90 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kennedy Chapel. Services will be Saturday, Dec. 4, at 11 a.m. at Day's Temple C.O.G.I.C. with Bishop J.H. Jennings and Bishop Willie B. Moore officiating. Burial will follow at Casteel Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Kennedy Funeral HomePER SSDIE:BEATRICE BROWN 17 Aug 1926 15 Nov 1999 (V) 72336 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR
BROWN BERNICE MISS 2 13 1948 4 21 2007 PILGRIM REST
Ms. Bernice Brown, age 59, of Forrest City, died Saturday, April 21, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Ms. Brown was born Feb. 13, 1948, in Mendenhall, Miss., the daughter of Sandy Brown Sr. and Hattie Jackson Brown. She attended St. Francis Area Developmental Center and is survived by three sisters, Mary A. Phillips of Forrest City, Bertha Johnson of New Hebron, Miss. and Roberta Davis of Pinola, Miss.; five brothers, Arthur Brown of Oakland, Calif., Barnes Brown of Georgetown, Miss., and Sandy Brown Jr., Robert Brown and Matthew Brown, all of Pinola, Miss. Visitation for Ms. Brown will be held on Friday, April 27, 2007, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2007, at noon at Pilgrim Rest M.B. Church in Pinola, Miss. with Rev. Napoleon Grace officiating. Burial will follow in Pilgrim Rest Cemetery. Published: 2007-04-26
BROWN BOBBY J. 2 5 1928 2 22 2002 FPARK USARMY-WWII/KOREA/VIETNAM
Mr. Bobby J. "Sarge" Brown, age 74, of Newport, died Friday, Feb. 22, 2002, at Harris Hospital in Newport.Mr. Brown was born Feb. 5, 1928, in Wynne, and was the son of T.E. and Betty Brown. He was retired from the U.S. Army after serving 26 years and was a veteran of World War II, the Korean and Vietnam wars. Mr. Brown was also retired from the Newport School District where he was an R.O.T.C. instructor for 13 years. He was a member of First Christian Church of Newport, Collier-Massey Post #4683 V.F.W. of Newport and the Masonic Lodge.He was preceded in death by his brother, Donnie Brown and one sister, Juanita Brown Brice.Mr. Brown is survived by his wife of 52-years, Mariella Reese Brown of Newport; a son, Bobby Brice Brown of Lansing, Kan.; two daughters, Cindy Kinard of Jonesboro and Linda Sue Rundell of Newport; a sister, Mozella Hudson of Houston, Texas and four grandchildren.A funeral service for Mr. Brown was conducted today, Monday, Feb. 25, 2002, at 10 a.m., at Jackson's Newport Funeral Home with Mr. Ewing von Schmittou officiating the service. Committal services will be held today, Monday, Feb. 25, 2002, at 2 p.m., at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Jackson's Newport Funeral Home.WWII/KOREA/VIETNAM
BROWN C. F. UNK 9 5 1897 FCTIMES
Squire C.F.Brown died at his home in Cooper, Sunday night, Sept.5,1897. He was a successful planter and his death is deplored by all who knew him. DATED 9-10-1897
BROWN CHARLENE MRS. WHITE 9 5 1940 12 21 1999 SCOTT BOND
Charlene Brown, age 59, of Madison, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 1999, at her home. She was born Sept. 5, 1940, and was the daughter of Tommie White Sr. and Lillie Mae Burse White. She is survived by one daughter, Janette White of Madison; one sister, Dorothy Bonds of Del Rio, Texas; one brother, Tommie White Jr. of St. Louis, Mo.; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1999, at 1 p.m. at Madison Light M.B. Church with Rev. Alonzo Gatling officiating with burial following in Bonds Cemetery in Madison under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BROWN CHARLIE 3 15 1932 10 1 2004 MT.ZION CEMETERY
Mr. Charlie Brown, age 72, of Forrest City, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, at his home. Mr. Brown was born March 15, 1932, the son of Henry Brown Sr. and Katie Maldenia Perry Brown.Mr. Brown is survived by three daughters, Annette Brown, Vernette Brown and Johnnie Mae Kitcher all of Stockton, Calif.; a son, Floyd Brown of Little Rock; and three sisters, Thelma Coleman of Los Angeles, Calif., Delores Tyler of Memphis and Tolise Brown of St. Louis. She is also survived by five brothers, Henry Brown Jr., Andrew Brown, Winston Brown, Silas Brown and Houston Brown all of Forrest City; and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Cornerstone M.B. Church with Rev. Ray Peels officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Cemetery.
BROWN DOROTHY MRS. DISHION 7 19 1923 1 15 2005 HUGHES
Mrs. Dorothy Dishion Brown, age 81, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005, at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.Mrs. Brown was born July 19, 1923, the daughter of Ralph Lon Dishion and Myrtle Henrietta Thompson Dishion. She was a housewife, and retired from the department of Human Services after 38 years . She was also a member of the Forrest Hills United Methodist Church.Mrs. Brown is survived by a daughter, Paulette Bumgarner Jones of Forrest City; a brother, Exel Dishion of Holly Springs, Miss.; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Brown, in 2001.Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at 2 p.m., graveside at Hughes Cemetery with Rev. James Wainscott officiating.
BROWN EDWARD L. 9 20 1943 12 4 2003 SALEM CEMETERY
Mr. Ed Brown, age 60, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003, at his home in Forrest City.Mr. Brown was born Sept. 20, 1943, in Pine Bluff, the son of Herbert Brown and Alla May Crews Brown. He lived in St. Francis County most of his life, was a painter, a carpenter and a member of the Forrest City Church of God.Mr. Brown married Connie Lofton in 1983 and she survives him along with six sons; Ed Brown Jr. of Gainesville, Texas, Nick Brown of Forrest City, Matthew Brown of Heber Springs, Paul Casey of Nashville, Tenn., and Chris Casey and Mike Casey both of Memphis; two daughters; Penny Ward and Camille Horton both of Heber Springs; two brothers, Robert Paigen of Forrest City and Rudy Brown of Enid, Miss.; two sisters, Carlene Russell of Stockton, Calif. and Naomi Hall of Enid, Miss.; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the Forrest City Church of God. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery.
BROWN ELIJAH REV. 1 26 1950 11 6 2007 NLR VETERANS USNAVY
Rev. Elijah Brown, age 57, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007. Mr. Brown was born Jan. 26, 1950, in Forrest City the son of James Tomas and Parthenia Eckford-Brown. He attended Arkansas State University and Passiac County Community College in Paterson, N.J., served in the United States Navy from 1970 to 1976 and was employed as an RN until 1998. Mr. Brown was a former pastor of Moore Chapel CME Church in Colt and a member of the Taylor Chapel CME Church. Mr. Brown is survived by a son, Joshua Elias Brown of Dallas, Texas; his mother of Paterson, N.J.; 14 brothers, Robert Eckford, James T. Eckford, Carl Brown, Willie Johnson, Deshion Brown, Alfred Brown, Jimmy Davis, Donald Davis, James T. Brown Jr., Freddie Brown, Floyd Brown, Michael Brown, Jesse Hodges and Gregory Davis; four sisters, Zeretta Brown-Owens, Edith Brown, Mary Jean Davis and Delores Johnson and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and a wife, Alice Faye Young-Brown. Funeral services for Mr. Brown will be held on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007, at 3 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel CME Church in Forrest City. Burial will be held Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, at the North Little Rock Veteran's Cemetery at 11 a.m. The McNeal-Calahan Funeral Home of Brinkley is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-11-09
BROWN ETHEL B, MRS. 7 4 1933 9 21 2001 CASTEEL CEMETERY NATIVE
Mrs. Ethel B. Brown, age 68, of Forrest City, died Friday, Sept. 21, 2001, at Beverly Health Care in West Memphis. Mrs. Brown was born July 4, 1933, in Forrest City. She was a retired housekeeper. Mrs. Brown is survived by her father, Willie Brown of Forrest City; two sons, Billy Brown and Pernell Brown, both of Forrest City; a daughter, Gloria Ross of Garland, Texas; a brother, Vergil Haymer of Forrest City; two sisters, Willie Mae Holland of Forrest City and Mae Bryant of Springfield, Mo.; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 27, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Beth Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Oscar Jones officiating the service. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
BROWN HENRY 1888 9 25 1905 UNKNOWN
Henry Brown, son of Mr.Fred Brown, deceased, died at the home of Mrs.Sarah Moore Monday morning, Sep.25, 1905, after several days illness with slow or malarial fever. Age about seventeen. 9-29-1905
BROWN HENRY JR. 3 16 1928 9 16 2008 MT.ZION
Mr. Henry Brown Jr., age 80, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Brown was born March 16, 1928, in Forrest City. He was a retired saw mill worker. Mr. Brown is survived by six daughters, Barbara Ann Seawood, Elizabeth Patton, Joyce Ann Cottrell and Kathleen McCoy all of Forrest City, Alpha Dean Cochran of Colt and Gloria Helen Hamilton of Tulsa, Okla.; four sons, Cecil Brown, Floyd Brown, Roosevelt Brown and Cornell Brown all of Tulsa, Okla. and three brothers, Andrew Brown, Silas Brown and Houston Brown all of Forrest City. He is also survived by three sisters, Thelma Coleman of Los Angeles, Calif., Tolise Bingham of St. Louis, Mo. and Deloris Tyler of Memphis; 31 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the New Dimension Christian Center Church of God in Christ with Elder Andrew Singleton officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Cemetery.Published: 2008-09-18
BROWN HERMAN 7 27 1948 4 13 2007 SHADY GROVE NATIVE
Mr. Herman Brown, age 58, of Forrest City, died Friday, April 13, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Brown was born June 25, 1948, in Haynes, the son of Jimmy D.E.R. Brown and Easter North. He was a farmer. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife Isabell Lewis of Forrest City; seven sons, Herman Campbell of Chicago, Ill., Herman Brown Jr. and Derrick Lewis both of West Memphis, Earnest Brown and Vince Brown both of Forrest City and Kelvin Brown and Marvel Lewis both of Jonesboro; eight daughters, Denise Brown Thomas of Marianna, Evelyn Brown of Haynes, Lisa Brown of Chicago, Ill., Angela Lewis of Kennett, Mo., Jeanette Brown of Jonesboro and Candie Lewis, Wanda Brown and Michele Lewis all of Forrest City. He is also survived by six sisters, Alberta Turner of Madison, Ella London of Forrest City, Vera Brown of Jonesboro, Dorothy Brown of Memphis, Rose Troop of Helena-West Helena and Maella Troop of Little Rock; three brothers, Herman Troop of Jonesboro, Charlie Troop of West Memphis and Edward Troop of Little Rock; 36 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, James Brown; three sisters, Laura Brown, Rose Lee Brown and Mattie Brown and four brothers, Melvin Brown, Robert Lee Brown, L.B. Brown and David Brown. Funeral services for Mr. Brown were held on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at the Widener Community Church. Burial followed in Shady Grove Cemetery. People's Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-04-25 HERMAN BROWN 27 Jul 1948 13 Apr 2007 (P) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR
BROWN HUNTER PAUL 3 30 1918 4 16 2001 HUGHES USAF WWII
Mr. Hunter Paul Brown, age 83, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, April 16, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis. Mr. Brown was born March 30, 1918, and was the son of Ruffin T. Brown and Mary Roland Brown. He had been a lifetime resident of St. Francis County and a charter member of Forrest Hills Methodist Church. Mr. Brown served during World War II in the U.S. Air Force and worked for a sign company and the post office prior to retirement. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Dishion Brown of the home; a daughter, Paulette Jones of Batesville; three sisters, Louise Dearrington and Elizabeth Boswell, both of Forrest City and Mildred Stevens of Parsons, Tenn. and two grandchildren. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by one son, David Brown and three brothers, Teel Brown, Fred Brown and Mack Brown. Funeral services for Mr. Brown were held Wednesday, April 18, 2001, at Morgan Funeral Home with Bro. Floyd Ray, Bro. David Ramsey and Bro. Gary Malone officiating the services under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BROWN J. D. MRS. 1890 11 17 1907 HUGHES NATIVE
11-22-1907 Death of Mrs.Brown=Mrs.J.D.Brown died Nov.17,1907. after an illness of only a few hours at her home in Caldwell, in this county. Deceased was born and raised in St.Francis county. She was seventeen years of age, on Dec.21,1906 she was married to Mr.J.D.Brown at the home of her parents, Mr.& Mrs.James Devazier. Mrs.Brown professed faith in Christ during the summer of 1907, and resolved to unite with the Baptist church, but had not joined a church as it was not convenient. She lived a consistent Christian life since the time of her conversion. To know Mrs.Brown was to love her because she always saw the bright side of life, never dwelling on sadness or misfortune. She leaves a husband, and an infant son, only a few hours old, a mother, one sister, eight brothers, and a large circle of friends and acquaintances. The remains were laid to rest in the Hughes cemetery, Rev.Wilford conducting the ceremonies, in the presence of a large circle of sorrowing friends and relatives.
BROWN J. H. UNK 3 9 1903 UNKNOWN
Two weeks ago the Times mentioned a reign of white capping in Cross County, near the St.Francis county line. The negroes from several plantations had been driven off. The sheriff of Cross County hired J.H.Brown, a detective from Memphis, to work up the case. Last Monday, Brown was instantly killed, March 9,1903, while sitting in a negro shanty. The sheriff of Cross County went to the scene of the murder, and from evidence found on the body, arrested seven men, who it is said were acting as jurors on the inquest. 3-13-1903
BROWN JAMES MRS. UNK 2 11 1899 FORREST CITY TIMES
Fulwood-Our community was greatly shocked on last Sunday morning when the news was received that the death angel had hovered over the home of James Brown, and seized his companion as his prey. Mrs. Brown died of congestion after an illness of only a two days. She leaves a husband and five children, together with a host of sorrowing relatives and friends to mourn their loss, but we can say that she was a good mother and loving wife and an ardent helpmeet. We extend our warmest sympathy to the bereaved family and refer them to the God on high.2-17-1899
BROWN JESSE LEE 1 24 1934 6 5 2006 West Tennessee National Cemetery in Memphis-USAF VET USAF-NATIVE
Mr. Jesse Lee Brown, age 72, of Forrest City, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at his home.Mr. Brown, was born Jan. 24, 1934, in Haynes. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and is survived by four sons, Vernell Brown of California, Eric Brown of Minnesota, Terry Brown of Michigan and Chris Clayborn of Illinois; two daughters, Jeanette Matthews and Connie Brown, both of Michigan; three sisters, Alberta Brown and Alice Cotton, both of Forrest City and Lillie Mae Hampton of Haynes; and one brother, Joe Willie Brown of Haynes.Visitation services for Mr. Brown will be held on Monday, June 12, 2006, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Spring Grove M.B. Church in Haynes. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the church with Rev. Ocie Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in West Tennessee National Cemetery in Memphis. People's Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
BROWN JODDIE CLIFFORD 4 23 1941 5 23 2003 MARIANNA MEMORIAL PARK
Mr. Joddie Clifford Brown, age 62, of Marianna, died Friday, May 23, 2003, at his home.Mr. Brown, born April 23, 1941, in Spiro, Okla., was the son of Lee Roy and Viola Flaherty Brown. He was a retired supervisor at Douglas & Lomason in Marianna. He was a Baptist by faith.Mr. Brown is survived by his wife, Nathalie McGee Brown of the home; three sons, Dewey Brown and Glen Brown, both of Marianna, and Joddie Brown Jr. of Forrest City; five brothers, Willie Brown of Brinkley, Roy Brown of Mangum, Okla., Lewis Ray Brown of Dardanelle, Johnny Mack Brown of Crosby, Texas, and David Brown of Marianna; three sisters, Dorothy Jean Able of Marianna, Alice Marshall of McRae and Ruthie Hollis of Jonesboro, and two grandchildren. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by a son, Michael Lynn Brown, in 1972.Graveside funeral services for Mr. Brown were held today, Monday, May 26, 2003, at Marianna Memorial Park under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home
BROWN JOE L. 11 2 1912 10 4 2001 PARADISE GARDENS
Mr. Joe L. Brown, age 88, of Forrest City, formerly of Marianna, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest CityMr. Brown, a former Lee County School District employee of 38 years, is survived by his wife, Alberta Brown of Forrest City; two daughters, Earnestine Conyers of East St. Louis, Ill. and Era Jean Miller of Marianna and a son, John Brown of Chicago, Ill.Visitation services for Mr. Brown will be held Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Kennedy Chapel in Marianna. A separate visitation service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Spring Grove M. B. Church in Haynes. Funeral services for Mr. Brown will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001, at 11 a.m. at Spring Grove M.B. Church with Rev. Cedric Coleman officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Gardens Cemetery in Edmondson, under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home.
BROWN JOHN M. JR. 2 27 1885 3 25 1911 CITY
3-31-1911 DEATH=JOHN M.BROWN, JR. DIES=Though not unlooked for, the news Saturday, Mar.25,1911, that Mr.John M.Brown, Jr., had passed away that morning at his home in this city, caused a sincere wave of sorrow to sweep over the community, where the young man was so well known and universally beloved. Mr.Brown had been in failing health for about fourteen months, and various treatments had been resorted to in hope of saving or prolonging his life. He had been examined and underwent treatment at the hands of various physicians in Memphis and Little Rock, as well as home, and finally underwent an operation just before Christmas in Little Rock, from which he recovered, and after which he seemed to get better. But the improvement was only temporary, and in a few weeks was compelled to take to his room and bed, and in spite of all that medical care and kindly loving care could do, grew gradually weaker and weaker until the end. Deceased was the eldest son of Mr.& Mrs.John M.Brown of this city, and was in his twenty sixth year, having been born on Feb.27,1885, and had spent his life in this city. He was a quiet, unassuming young man, of a kindly, gentle disposition-sober, industrious and honest, and was beloved by all that knew him. Two years ago he was elected City Recorder, a position he held until his failing health caused his resignation. He had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for four years. He is survived by father and mother, one brother, William M.Brown, of this city, and two sisters, Misses Lelia A, and Alma A., of this city. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the Forrest City cemetery, the services being conducted by Rev.J.R.Nelson of the Methodist church. Interment was had in the family plot, to which an immense concourse of sorrowing friends followed the hearse to pay their last respects to the deceased, and mingle their tears with those of the bereaved family.
BROWN JOHN EARL SR. 11 1 1948 1 10 2003 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. John Earl Brown Sr., age 54, of Memphis, died Monday, Jan. 20, 2003, at his home.Mr. Brown, born Nov. 1, 1948, in Forrest City, was the son of Guss Brown and Johnnie Grace Brown. He is survived by three daughters, Michelle Brown, Bonita Brown and Wendy Kay Parker, all of Little Rock; three sons, John Earl Brown Jr., of Little Rock, Orlando Brown and Roderick Brown, both of San Diego, Calif.; four sisters, Mae Nell Brown, Frances Brown and Michelle Brown, all of Chicago, Ill., and Denise Brown of Forrest City; 12 grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Brown will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. at New Light M.B. Church with Rev. Jessie McClure officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary
BROWN JOHN M. UNK 11 1895 FORREST CITY TIMES
Infant son of Mr.& Mrs.John M.Brown died this morning at three o' clock and was buried this afternoon.-11-8-1895
BROWN L. unk 7 24 1910 UNKNOWN
L.Brown of Round Pond was murdered by Long McMillan last Sunday, July 17,1910 and is still on the loose in the swamps. Coroner Todd and the inquest determined that cause of death was by shotgun blast and held brothers Emmett and John McMillan as accessories before and after the act.
BROWN LENA MISS UNK 2 2 1896 FAMILY
JOHNSON TOWNSHIP-LENA, INFANT DAUGHTER OF MR.& MRS.ROBT. AND LUCY BROWN, DIED AT THEIR HOME IN JOHHSON TOWNSHIP, SUNDAY, FEB.2ND,1896 OF BRAIN FEVER, AGE 4 MONTHS AND FIFTEEN DAYS. SHE WAS BURIED MONDAY AFTERNOON AT 3 O'CLOCK PM, AT THE FAMILY CEMETERY. 2-7-1896
BROWN LILLIE BELL MISS 2 8 1884 1954 HUGHES
Miss Lillie B. Brown, age 69, supervisor of the Caldwell Lunch kitchen, met her death suddenly and tragically when she was struck by an automobile last night at 8:15 p.m. as she was walking along the shoulder of Highway 1 at Caldwell as she was on her way home from Church service. Miss Brown was born in Fulton, Mississippi on February 09, 1884 and was the daughter of Mary Bowen Brown and Thomas Brown. She moved to Caldwell with her family when she was about 5 years old and had spent the remainder of her life there. She was a member of the Caldwell Baptist Church. Survivors include a brother, Cliff A. Brown of Colt and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Caldwell Baptist Church. Rev. C. C. Bishop and Rev. R. B. Hoshaw will officiate.Burial will be in Hughes Cemetery. (She was my Grandmother Lindsey's sister)
BROWN LORENE MRS. 8 11 1914 1 4 1991 HUGHES
WIFE OF ALLISON E. BROWN-PER SSDI:POSSIBLE:MILDRED L BROWN 11 Aug 1914 04 Jan 1991 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR) Mrs. Lorene Brown, 76, of Caldwell died Friday. She was a Baptist and a member of the Caldwell Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allison Brown in 1979. She is survived by four daughters, Peggy Burns of Ruston, LA., Nettie Ann Bowman of Mantachie, MS., Janet Fischbogt of Columbus, Ind., and Carolyn Warren of Olive Branch, MS.; a sister, Doris Harris of Caldwell; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. today at the Caldwell Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Hughes Cemetery in the Goodhope Community with Stevens Funeral Home in charge.
BROWN MAERENE MRS. JONES 6 10 1928 1 16 2007 MT.SINAI CEMETERY
Mrs. Maerene Brown, age 78, of St. Louis and formerly of Marianna, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Brown was born June 10, 1928, in Aubrey, the daughter of Wade Hamp "Buck" Jones and Jossie Mae Jones. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 22. She was also member of the Mt. Sinai M.B. Church in Aubrey and joined the Bethlehem M.B. Church where she was a member of the choir, the Mother's Board and the women's mission. She joined the Fruit of the Spirit M.B. Church after moving to St. Louis. Mrs. Brown is survived by five daughters, Nellie Parker of Chicago, Ill., Marian Broadway of Marianna, Janice Brown and Teresa Brown both of Little Rock and Juanita Jones of St. Louis, Mo.; five sons, Alfred Brown of Chicago, Ill., Joenathan Brown of Marianna, Ryan Brown of West Memphis, Michael Brown and Decima Reshay Brown, both of St. Louis, Mo. and Wilbur Brown of Huntsville, Texas. She was also survived by two sisters, Lonzierene Lewis and Jossie Jones, both of Hempstead, N.Y.; a brother, George Henry Jones of Kalamazoo, Mich; 21 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Brown and a son, James L. Brown Jr. Funeral services for Mrs. Brown were held on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007, at the St. John M.B. Church in Felton. Burial followed in Mt. Sinai Cemetery in Aubrey. Marianna Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-01-22
BROWN MARION ELZIE MRS. WILLIAMS 1938 6 28 2003 MARIANNA MEMORIAL PARK
Mrs. Marion Elzie Brown, age 65, of Conway and formerly of Aubrey, died Saturday, June 28, 2003, at Conway Regional Medical Center in Conway.Mrs. Brown, born May 28, 1938, in Aubrey, was the daughter of Elzie Otto and Marion Ruth Hamilton Williams. She was in retail management and was a Baptist.Mrs. Brown is survived by one son, James Thomas Brown of Marianna; one daughter, Ruth Ann Fisher of Conway; four brothers, James Williams of Aubrey, Ronnie Williams and Freddie Williams, both of Marvell, and Phillip Williams of California; three sisters, Rebecca Williams of Searcy, Robbie Whitefield of Memphis, Lucille Walker of Mount Ida; and four grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Brown will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morgan Chapel. Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Brown will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Marianna Memorial Park under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BROWN MURDIE C. MRS. 1935 1 8 2007 MARION MEMORIAL CEMETERY
Mrs. Murdie C. Brown, age 72, of Marion, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Brown is survived by four daughters, Rosemary Smith of Jericho, Angela Richardson of Marion, Sharon Brown Brittmon and Carolyn Randle both of West Memphis; four sons, Melvin Brown and Russell Brown both of Marion, Reginald Lynn Brown of Memphis and Leonard Ray Brown Jr. of Ashburn, Va.; one sister, Charlie Mae Duffin of Chicago, Ill.; a brother, Forest Rooks of Forrest City; 26 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held on Monday, Jan. 15, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the True Vine M.B. Church in Sunset and on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Grove M.B. Church in Sunset. Funeral services will follow on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Grove M.B. Church. Burial will follow in Marion Memorial Cemetery. Anthony Funeral Home of West Memphis is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-01-12
BROWN NANCY ELIZABETH MRS 8 1852 4 9 1906 HUGHES
Birth: Aug., 1852 Death: Apr. 9, 1906 Bettie Brown Was bornNancy Elizabeth Ann Justice Lunceford and then was called Bettie. I always thought that was the funniest thing because they used all of the prettiest names on her and she had a sister named Roberta. Bettie BrownAugust 1852 in Itawamba Co., MS.April 09, 1906 in St. Francis Co.Her husband was William H. Brown and he may be that William Brown Sr. I am not sure. Their marker is gone and it may have been demolished by vandals.Per Marilyn Dickson PLOT 895
BROWN NORMAN LEE 4 19 1937 1 30 2003 LINCOLN MEMORY GARDENS NATIVE
Mr. Norman Lee "Judy" Brown, age 65, of Zionsville, Ind. and formerly of Caldwell, died Thursday, Jan. 30, 2003 at his home.Mr. Brown was born April 19, 1937, in Caldwell, the son of Arch and Maude Deese Brown. He was a machinist, owner of Norm's Home Repair and former owner of the Sheridan Hotel in Zionsville, Ind.Mr. Brown is survived by his wife, Shirley Ann Hinckley Brown; two daughters, Judy Ann Wothke of Zionsville, Ind., and Sandra Lee Brown of Sheridan, Ind.; two sons, William Joseph Brown of Westfield, Ind., and James Walter Brown of Zionsville, Ind.; six sisters, Pauline Smith and Barbara Hunter both of Indianapolis, Ind., Gloria Erickson of Duarte, Calif., O'Neil Najewski of Forrest City, Myra Jane Roberts of Jonesboro, and Glenda Parsons on New York, N.Y.; a brother, Donald V. Brown of Beebe; and four grandchildren.He was preceded in death by two sisters, Frances Bierman and Mary Gilpin; and five brothers, Buster Brown, Archie Brown, O.J. Brown, Joe T. Brown and Buddy Brown.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Jan. 31, 2003 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Flanner and Buchanan Mortuaries in Zionsville, Ind. and on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2003 from 12 to 2 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the mortuary following visitation on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2003 at 2 p.m.. Burial will follow in Lincoln Memory Gardens in Whitestown, Ind.
BROWN PAUL C. 8 18 1942 2 11 2008 PILGRIM REST
Mr. Paul C. Brown, age 65, of Jeanette, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 at his home. Mr. Brown was born August 18, 1942, in Jeanette, the son of Garland Brown and Ozella Burns. He was a farmer. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife, Ruby Smith Brown; a son, James Brown of Jeanette; five daughters, Yvette Thomas of Jeanette, Kishina Thomas and LaTasha Thomas both of Little Rock, Kissia Thomas of Dallas, Texas and Kayontay McFadden of Texas; four brothers, Rev. Marland Brown, Odell Brown, Ricky Brown and Rudolph Brown; four sisters, Roxana Fox, Dorothy Beanum, Fannie Yancy and Olarean Bates and 10 grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Riverside M.B. Church in Widener with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Pilgrim Rest Cemetery.Published: 2008-02-14
BROWN ROBERT L. 1874 7 15 1912 HUGHES
7-19-1912 DEATH OF ROBERT L.BROWN=On Monday, July 15,1912, at the home of his brother in law, Prof.J.M.Wilson, at Caldwell, after a long and painful illness of pellagra. Mr.Brown, a native of Mississippi, but had lived in this county for many years. His home was formerly at or near Caldwell, but for the past two years had been conducting general merchandise business at the Cut-Off, and just a few days before his death, he had moved his stock of merchandise back to Caldwell. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World, and his funeral was held Tuesday afternnon at the Hughes cemetery under the auspices of that lodge. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his death.
BROWN ROOSEVELT SR. 7 12 1942 9 1 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Roosevelt Brown Sr., age 60, of Chicago, Ill., died Sunday, Sept. 1, 2002, at his home.Mr. Brown was born July 12, 1942, in Hughes, the son of Rev. James Brown Sr. and Alice Looney Brown. Mr. Brown is survived by both his parents; three sons, Anthony Brown, Emerson Brown and Robert Brown all of Chicago, Ill.; one daughter, Kathy Brown of Chicago, Ill.; three sisters, Arteria Williams and Mary Shivers both of Forrest City, Velma Cornelius; eight brothers, James Brown Jr., Arthur Brown and Wilbert Brown all of Chicago, Ill. Spencer Brown of West Memphis, Oscar Brown, Andrew Brown and Curtis Brown all of Forrest City, Thee Brown of Palestine; and 10 grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, 2002, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Services will be held Saturday, Sept. 2002, at 3 p.m. at Rising Sun M. B. Church with Rev. John Strong officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
BROWN ROSIE LEE MRS. 3 8 1931 8 14 2003 SCOTT BOND
Mrs. Rosie Lee Brown, age 72, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 14, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City. She was born March 8, 1931, in Frasier, Tenn., the daughter of Robert Brown and Easter North Brown.Mrs. Brown is survived by six sisters, Alberta Turner of Madison, Dorothy Brown and Rose Lee Troupe, both of Helena, Ella Mae London of Haynes, Vera Mae Brown of Jonesboro and Mae Ella Troupe of Little Rock; four brothers, Herman Troupe of Helena, Charles Troupe of Helena, Ebert Troupe of Little Rock and Herman Brown of Lexa.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, 2003, at the New Light M.B. Church with Rev. Jessie McClure officiating. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery.Visitation for Mrs. Brown will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary.
BROWN THURLO KEITH 2 18 1980 3 1 2009 MARIANNA
Mr. Thurlo Keith Brown, age 29, of Wynne, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, in Wynne. Mr. Brown was born Feb. 18, 1980, in Marianna, the son of William Brown Jr. and Angela Jones Gilchrist. He worked as a tree climber and is survived by his father, of Gould; his mother, of Wynne; two sons, Javerius Petty of Gould and Thurlo Brendan Brown of Forrest City; his step-mother Hattie Jean Brown of Gould; five sisters, Jessica Kennon and Jennifer Gilchrist both of Wynne, Tonya Brown of Arkadelphia, Rebecca Brown of DeWitt, Billie Jo Brown of Conway; two step-sisters, Norkesha Williams and Natasha Petty, both of Gould; three brothers, Brian Jones and Steven Jones, both of Forrest City and Brandon Gilchrist of Wynne; two step-brothers, Roderick Petty of Atwater, Calif., and Mario Petty of San Diego, Calif.; his grandmother, Genieve Brown of Pleasant Plains and several other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Roller-Citizens, with Rev. Joseph Parson officiating. Burial will follow at Marianna Memorial Park. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.Published: 2009-03-03
BROWN VERNA MRS. 1961 1 17 2001 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Verna Brown, age 40, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.She was a homemaker.Mrs. Brown is survived by a son, Will Hester III, of Forrest City; two sisters, Ormie Moore and Ivory Pennick, both of Austin, Texas; and a brother, Henry Harris Jr., of Heth.Visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 26, 2001, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Rising Sun MB Church in. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2001, at 12 p.m., at Rising Sun M.B. Church. Burial will follow at Paradise Garden. Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
BROWN WALLACE A. UNK 11 1 1897 FCTIMES
Died at Egypt, on Monday, Nov.1,1897, Wallace A.Brown. Wallace was the eldest son of Fred H.Brown, and was for a long time a sufferer from that fell destroyer, consumption, which he bore with Christian fortitude. The remains were interred in the Bell Cemetery, near Palestine.The Times extends their condolences to the bereaved parents. DATED 11-5-1897
BROWN WILLIAM M. 4 9 1903 BELL
Died at Egypt, on Thursday, Apr.9,1903, William M.Brown. He was a son of Fred H.Brown, and the second to die from that dreadful disease, consumption. He had suffered for about a year, which he bore with great fortitude. The remains were interred at the Bell Cemetery in Palestine. The old man, Fred H.Brown, was a soldier one year in the Mexican War, and enlisted in New Orleans in the year 1860 in the Confederate Army and served for three and a half years. He is now 72 years of age. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss. 4-17-1903
BROWN WILLIAM SR 8 1852 4 9 1906 HUGHES
Bettie Brown Was born Nancy Elizabeth Ann Justice Lunceford and then was called Bettie. I always thought that was the funniest thing because they used all of the prettiest names on her and she had a sister named Roberta. Bettie Brown August 1852 in Itawamba Co., MS.April 09, 1906 in St. Francis Co.Her husband was William H. Brown and he may be that William Brown Sr. I am not sure. Their marker is gone and it may have been demolished by vandals.Per Marilyn Dickson PLOT 895
BROWN WILLIE LEROY 10 10 1911 7 31 2006 CASTEEL
Mr. Willie LeRoy Brown, age 94, of Forrest City, died Monday, July 31, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Brown was born Oct. 10. 1911, in Parkin, the son of Satter and Oliver Brown. Mr. Brown is survived by three daughters, Mae Bryant of Springfield, Mo. and Willa Holland and Dimple Brown both of Forrest City; one son, Virgie Haymer of Forrest City; a sister, Freddie Griggs of Mt. Clemens, Mich.; 55 grandchildren and 95 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Luey Smith Brown; two daughters, Ethel Brown and Luvin Children. Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Aug. 4, 2006, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2006, at 1 p.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Parnell Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery. Published: 2006-08-03
BROWN WINSTON SR. 11 12 1942 10 14 2005 MT.ZION CEMETERY VET-VIETNAM WITH PURPLE HEART-NATIVE
Mr. Winston Brown Sr., age 62, of Forrest City, died Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, at his home.Mr. Brown was born Nov. 12, 1942, in Forrest City and was the son of Henry Brown Sr. and Katy Maldona Perry Brown. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and earned a Purple Heart. He was a retired custodian from the Forrest City School District where he served for 17 years.Mr. Brown is survived by three sons, Winston Brown Jr., of West Memphis, Odis Brown of Forrest City and Eric Davenport of New York; two daughters, Leslie Millen of Forrest City and Rebecca Millen of Little Rock; three sisters, Thelma Coleman of Los Angeles, Calif., Delois Tyler of Memphis and Tolise Bingham of St. Louis, Mo.; four brothers, Henry Brown Jr., Andrew Brown, Silas Brown and Houston Brown, all of Forrest City; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Kendrick Rogers.Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Oct. 21, 2005, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at 1 p.m. at Salem M.B. Church, with military honors, with Rev. Anthony Lewellen officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Cemetery.KAT
BROWN PAUL C. 8 18 1942 2 11 2008 PILGRIM REST
Mr. Paul C. Brown, age 65, of Jeanette, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 at his home. Mr. Brown was born August 18, 1942, in Jeanette, the son of Garland Brown and Ozella Burns. He was a farmer. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife, Ruby Smith Brown; a son, James Brown of Jeanette; five daughters, Yvette Thomas of Jeanette, Kishina Thomas and LaTasha Thomas both of Little Rock, Kissia Thomas of Dallas, Texas and Kayontay McFadden of Texas; four brothers, Rev. Marland Brown, Odell Brown, Ricky Brown and Rudolph Brown; four sisters, Roxana Fox, Dorothy Beanum, Fannie Yancy and Olarean Bates and 10 grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Brown will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Riverside M.B. Church in Widener with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Pilgrim Rest Cemetery.Published: 2008-02-14
BROWNE ELIZABETH ALICE MRS. McCHESNEY 1 15 1927 1 15 2008 MEMORIAL PARK
Mrs. Elizabeth "Bess" Alice McChesney Browne, age 81, died Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, in Houston, Texas. Mrs. Browne was born Jan. 15, 1927, in Virginia, the daughter of R.S. McChesney and Alice Dunbar Dickie McChesney. She was a housewife. Mrs. Browne was married to Edward T. Browne Jr., who preceded her in death after 50 years of marriage, in 2001. She leaves one daughter, Alice Elizabeth Browne Nichol of Forrest City; two sons, Edward M. Browne of Houston, Texas and Jim Browne of Portland Ore. and three grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Browne will be held at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Memphis. The funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. Locally, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church stained glass fund.Published: 2008-01-17
BROWNING JAMES KEITH 9 24 1966 5 7 2004 BELL
Mr. James Keith Browning, age 37, of California, died Friday, May 7, 2004, at his home.Mr. Browning was born Sept. 24, 1966, and was the son of the late James Edward Browning and Diane Jumper Browning Douglas. He was a retail assistant.Mr. Browning is survived by his mother of Forrest City; his step-father Bobby Douglas of Forrest City; four sisters, Ashley Douglas Denton of Forrest City, Angela Douglas Victory of Osceola and Melissa Browning Cook and Jamie Browning, both of Palestine; one brother Phil Browning of Palestine and a grandmother Della Mae Taylor of McCrory. He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents Tincy and Marie Jumper and Clois Browning.Graveside funeral services for Mr. Browning will be held on Sunday, May 16, 2004, at 2 p.m. at Bell Cemetery in Palestine with Bro. William Witcher officiating. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BRUCE C. A. Rev. 3 2 1818 4 12 1895 EVERGREEN
Rev.Caleb Alexander Bruce, of the Episcopal church, died this Friday morning at Helena age 77. Funeral tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. He was northern born, but had resided in Helena for twenty years and in Arkansas for thirty years. He possessed great learning. He leaves a widow, three daughters and one son. He was born in Johannesburg, New York, Mar.2,1818, of Scotch-English parentage. He was married to Miss Mattie Dancy last year, who with three daughters and one son by his first marriage survived him. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon, with Rev.C.H.Lockwood officiating at St.John's church, and interment at Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Bruce was the prime mover in the building of six churches, the last one being completed last year in Forrest City. Helena World for complete obit.-4-12-1895
BRUCKNER DOROTHY MRS REA 12 18 1922 8 22 2003 MEMORIAL SERVICE
Mrs. Dorothy Rea Bruckner, age 80, of Hot Springs, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2003.Mrs. Bruckner, born Dec. 28, 1922, in Forrest City, was the daughter of L.E. Rea and Alice Clark Rea. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Hot Springs and attended the University of Tennessee in Memphis and had a degree in interior design.Mrs. Bruckner is survived by a brother, Lawrence E. Rea Jr. of San Antonio, Texas; two step-sons, Phillip Free of Dumas and Tommy Free of Siloam Springs; six grandchildren and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Bruckner.Memorial services for Mrs. Bruckner were held on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Davis-Smith Funeral Home in Hot Springs with Rev. David Wilson officiating. Her body was donated to the University of Arkansas School of Medical Science. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First United Methodist Church of Hot Springs or the Garland County Humane Society
BRUMBY AND SON MRS. Unk 1 1909 NEW CASTLE
1-29-1909 New Castle Times=Mrs.Brumby has died of pneumonia since we began writing the column. Mr.Brumby had just buried his only boy, who died with the same disease.\
BRUMLEY BRAD BRO. 8 3 1917 1 28 2006 MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY USARMYAIRCORPS
Bro. Brad Brumley, age 88, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2006, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Bro. Brumley was born Aug. 3, 1917, in Fulton, Miss., the son of Ben Allen Brumley and Bama Sumners Brumley. He served in the Army Air Corps, was the vice-president of Student Affairs at Freed-Hardeman University and served as a Church of Christ minister for several years.Bro. Brumley married Betty Clopton in 1940 and she preceded him in death in 1964, He is survived by four daughters, Susan Tooms of Forrest City, Teresa Green of Tennessee, Markie Bennett of Bethel Springs, Tenn. and Marie Golden of Columbus, Miss.; one brother, Bill Brumley of Columbus, Miss.; and three grandchildren.Visitation for Bro. Brumley will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2006, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2006, at 11 a.m. at the Marianna Church of Christ with Dr. L.C. Mitchell officiating. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery in Henderson, Tenn.
BRUNSON JOE EDWARD 12 28 1915 11 15 2005 CONLEY CEMETERY
Mr. Joe Edward Brunson, age 89, of Mountain Home, died Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2005.Mr. Brunson was born Dec. 28, 1915, in Mountain Home, the son of Walter A. "Gus" Brunson and Grace P. Faucett Brunson. Mr. Brunson was the owner/operator of the former Brunson Feed Store. He was a salesman of agriculture feeds and a was a member of the Memorial Christian Church and a member of the Mountain Home Masonic Lodge #225.Mr. Brunson married Noma Parks in 1939 in Mountain Home and she preceded him in death in 1983. He then married Estalene Pruitt in 1983 and she preceded him in death in 2003. He is survived by one daughter, Helen Laws of Jonesboro; one sister, Emma Beslich of Willow Springs, Ill.; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a son Roy Brunson, five brothers and four sisters.Visitation for Mr. Brunson will be held on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005, from 12 to 9 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller Funeral Home of Mountain Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18, 2005, at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Conley Cemetery.
BRYAN ALBERT unk 7 1907 UNKNOWN
RUNNAWAY TEAM KILLS MAN= A team of two mules spooked as they came up Washington street and struck a light buggy containing a woman and young girl who were injured, and Albert Bryan was killed. Drs.Merritt and Bogart did all they could, but to no avail. 7-12-1907
BRYAN CLOVIOUS E. 5 1 1922 6 7 2002 HUGHES VET-WWII BRONZE STAR
Mr. Bryan was born May 1, 1922, in Fredrick, Okla., the son of Jessie and Blanch May Bryan. He lived in Forrest City most of his life, was a truck driver, a veteran of World War II, a recipient of a Bronze Star on APT Ribbon, a Shriner, a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of V.F.W. and a Baptist.Mr. Bryan married Mary Aline Laws in 1946, and she survives him along with five sons John Bryan and Michael Bryan, both of Forrest City, Jimmy Bryan of Russellville, Donnie Bryan of Wynne and Gary Bryan of Bentonville; three sisters, Wylmouth Wood of Dallas, Texas, Mary Lou Ramsey of Houston, Texas and Lydelle Thornberry of Millington, Tenn.; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Bryan were held Sunday, June 9, 2002, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Services were held Monday, June 10, 2002, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m., with burial following in Hughes Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.-PER SSDI:CLOVIOUS E BRYAN 01 May 1922 07 Jun 2002 (V) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR)
BRYAN EMMET LEE 6 30 1932 11 9 2007 GILL
Mr. Emmet Lee Bryan, age 75, of Marianna, died Friday, Nov. 9, 2007, in Forrest City. Mr. Bryan was born June 30, 1932, in Palestine, the son of Emmet Eugene Bryan and Florence Billingsly Bryan. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life and was a commercial truck driver. Mr. Bryan is survived by his wife, Joann Bryan of Holub Crossing; a son, Alan Wade Bryan of Albany, N.Y.; two daughters, Kelly Rhea Bryan of Stillwater, Okla. and Leslie Peterson of Wynne; two brothers, Dana Bryan and Douglas Bryan both of Hot Springs; two sisters; seven granddaughters and many other friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Ashworth and a brother, Allen Neasby. Funeral services for Mr. Bryan were held on Monday, Nov. 12, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Wall Chapel Baptist Church in Holub Crossing. Burial followed in Gill Cemetery in Gill. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of Marianna was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-11-12
BRYAN JEFF LYNNE 9 16 1979 4 27 2001 Oma Cemetery
Jeff Lynne "Whyoh" Bryan, age 21, of Pearcy, died Friday, April 27, 2001.Mr. Bryan was born Sept. 16, 1979, in Hot Springs. He was a member of the Apostolic Faith Tabernacle and active in church league basketball. Mr. Bryan was also a member of the Sycamore Hunting Club.He is survived by his parents, Doug and Jackie Bryan of Pearcy; his birth mother, Leah Bryan of Mabelvale; four brothers, Tony Culpepper of Texarkana, Texas, Doug Cheek of Plano, Texas, Derek "Chipmunk" Cheek of Pearcy and Ethan Burchfield of Mabelvale and his grandparents, Boyse and Ruby Grigsby of Pearcy.Mr. Bryan was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, J.A. Darnell Sr. and Mary Darnell and his paternal grandparents, Gene Bryan and Eloise Bryan.Visitation for Mr. Bryan will be Friday, May 4, 2001, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Davis-Smith Funeral Home in Glenwood. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 5, 2001, at 3 p.m., in the Apostolic Faith Tabernacle with Bro. Dennis Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Oma Cemetery under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home.
BRYAN KATE MRS. 1872 7 8 1908 YOCONA
7-10-1908 DEATH OF MRS.BRYAN=The relatives and friends in this city of Mrs.Kate Bryan, who had been making her home with Mr.& Mrs.Jesse B.Hodges, at Yocona, were greatly shocked to learn of her untimely death. Mrs.Bryan had been afflicted with tuberculosis for a long time, and for two months was confined to her bed, growing weaker until Wednesday morning, July 8,1908, when the Great White Horse stroke into this home and bore her spirit quietly and peacefully away and to its maker. Mrs.Bryan was only thirty six years of age, just in the prime of life, and was a consistent member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist church. She was a sister of one of our fellow townsmen, Mr.R.Bruce Smith, and besides, leaves a son age seven years and a large number of close friends to mourn her loss. The remains were interred in the Yocona cemetery the same afternoon. Elder W.H.Paslay officiating. Unreadable.
BRYAN MARY ALINE MRS LAWS 12 4 1925 4 2 2007 HUGHES
Mrs. Mary Aline Laws Bryan, age 81, of Forrest City died Monday, April 2, 2007, at the Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Bryan was born Dec. 4, 1925, in Cross County, the daughter of Lewis Laws and Mamie Thompson Laws. She was retired from Sanyo and was a member of the Wesley Chapel Methodist Church. Mrs. Bryan married Clovious E. Bryan in 1946, and he preceded her in death in 2002. She is survived by five sons, Donnie Bryan of Dallas, Texas, John Bryan and Michael Bryan, both of Forrest City, Jimmy Bryan of Russellville and Gary Bryan of Bentonville; two brothers, James Laws and W.L. Laws both of Forrest City; one sister, Christine Chandler of Wynne; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Bryan will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2007, at Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 5, 2007, in the Hughes Cemetery.Published: 2007-04-03
BRYAN MILDRED MRS VAUGHN 3 14 1920 3 12 2009 MEMORIAL
Mildred Vaughn Bryan, wife of Billy B. Bryan for the last sixty-seven years, died Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Fayetteville, where she and Mr. Bryan had lived since 1953. She committed her long adult life to making a good home for her husband and tending to the raising of her two daughters, Pamela Bryan Gibson of Benton, Arkansas, wife of Sam E. Gibson, and Patricia (Tricia) Bryan Necessary Hawkins & her husband Barry of Garfield, Arkansas. Outside the home, she was devoted to her church and spent many happy days playing golf with her husband and with the Ladies Golf Association of the Fayetteville County Club. Mrs. Bryan had been a member of First Baptist Church, Fayetteville, since 1958. Now completing her 89th year, she was born March 14, 1920, at Forrest City, daughter of the late Irene Nail Vaughn and Algie Nonnie Vaughn. She had two brothers, Leon Vaughn, formerly of Forrest City, now residing in Massachusetts, and the late Algie Nonnie Vaughn, III. Other survivors are her grandsons, Colin Bryan Necessary of Garfield, Arkansas, and Jason Michael Necessary of Rogers, Arkansas, and her aunt, Frances Jane Nail Hood of Dallas. Visitation was held at Moore's Chapel, Fayetteville, Arkansas from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2009. A memorial service will be held at Butterfield Trail Village at 2:00 pm on Monday, March 16, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Billy B. Bryan Scholarship Fund, c/o the University of Arkansas Foundation, Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, E-204 AFLS, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. To sign the online guest book, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.comPublished: 2009-03-16
BRYAN WILLIAM JENNINGS 3 1908 8 21 1910 CITY
8-26-1910 Death of Baby Bryan=Last Monday morning, Aug.21,1910, Mrs.W.Lee Bryan, of Bryansville, where they live on the old Bryan homestead, left home with her two beautiful children, Helen Gould and William Jennings Bryan, to come to Forrest City to visit with her parents Mr.& Mrs.W.M.Partridge. Along the way the boy became ill with fever, after arrival at 10 am, he had a spasm at 1 pm and gradually grew worse, medical aid was called to no avail, and at 4:50 pm he passed away from congestion, suffering terribly. He was only two years, and five months old, son of W.L. and F.M.Bryan. The funeral was conducted by Rev.B.L.Wilford of the Methodist church at the Forrest City cemetery Tuesday morning, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing friends and relatives.
BRYANT BEN 1886 1 9 1903 UNKNOWN
Ben Bryant, a 17 year old colored boy was shot and instantly killed last Friday by his 12 year old brother, on the old Clements place opposite the Casteel farm, in this county. Ben had been hunting rabbits, and when he returned, handed his little brother the gun, and jestingly remarked "now shoot me." Thinking the gun was not laoded, the boy took aim and pulled the trigger, with the result above stated. boys cannot be too careful in handling firearms, and should be taught the danger of pointing weapons at each other. 1-16-1903
BRYANT HELEN MRS OXNER 9 25 1911 4 16 2001 OAKLAWN CEMETERY
Mrs. Helen Oxner Bryant, age 89, of Brinkley, died Monday, April 16, 2001 at the Stuttgart Regional Medical Center in Stuttgart. Mrs. Bryant was born Sept. 25, 1911. She was the daughter of Robert Wesley Oxner and Elsie Jane Rice Oxner. Mrs. Bryant attended the Victory Church in Brinkley and was a cook for the Brinkley Public Schools until her retirement. She is survived by one son, Robert Bryant of Decatur, Ala.; two daughters, Louise Holloway of Wheatley and Cathy Stout of Cabot; one brother, Fred Oxner of Brinkley; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Bryant was preceded in death by a son, Albert Bryant in 1964. Funeral services for Mrs. Bryant will be Thursday, April 19, 2001, at 10 a.m. at the First Assembly of God Church in Brinkley with the Rev. Don Stewart officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery with Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
BRYANT JEWELDINE MISS JUN 6 1918 MAR 19 2004 BELL NATIVE
TWINS-JODY-Ms. Jeweldine "Jodie" Bryant, age 85, of Memphis, died Friday, March 19, 2004, at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis.Ms. Bryant was born June 6, 1918, in Palestine, the daughter of Marvin Bryant and Willie Mae Levitt Bryant. She had lived in Memphis since 1942 and was retired from Carrier Air Conditioning Company since 1980. She was a member of the International Twin's Association and a member of the Church of Christ in Memphis.Ms. Bryant is survived by her twin sister, Ms. Geraldine "Jerri" Bryant of Memphis; several cousins; and a host of other relatives and friends.Funeral services for Ms. Bryant were held on Monday, March 22, 2004, at 11 a.m., in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Bell Cemetery.-NORTH SIDE ON FRONT
BRYANT LAURA 12 23 1913 12 27 2003 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Laura Bryant, age 90, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2003, at Crestpark Retirement Inn and Residential.Mrs. Bryant was born Dec. 23, 1913, in Moro. she was a retired housekeeper. She is survived by a brother, Nathaniel Thomas of East St. Louis, Ill.; a sister, Lorene Crumbly of Forrest City; and many other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Bryant will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2003, at 1 p.m. at the Beth Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.
BRYANT NAOMI MRS 9 27 1923 12 6 2005 FPARK
Next to Rufus Bryant-Mrs. Naomi Bryant, age 82, of Caldwell, died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005, at Crestpark Nusing Home in Wynne.Mrs. Bryant was born Sept. 27, 1923, in Parkin. She lived in Caldwell for most of her life, was a housewife and a member of the Caldwell First Baptist Church.Mrs. Bryant married Rufus Bryant in 1941 and he survives her along with one son, Walter Bryant of Caldwell; one daughter, Jewel Carter of Fouke; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Visitation for Mrs. Bryant will be held on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9. 2005, at Forrest Park Cemetery.
BRYANT OLLIE SR. 4 21 1914 8 14 2007 CASTEEL USARMY-NATIVE
Mr. Ollie Bryant Sr., age 93, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2007 at his home. Mr. Bryant was born April 21, 1914, in Forrest City. He was a truck driver for the city of Forrest City and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife, Thelma Bryant of Forrest City; three sons, George M. Bryant of North Little Rock, Lewis Bryant of Milwaukee, Wis., and Ollie Bryant Jr. of Elloree, S.C.; a daughter, Valerie A. Thomas of Sherwood; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Bryant will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007, at 3 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home, with burial following in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2007-08-16
BRYANT STEPHANIE MRS. RAINEY 4 16 1958 2 21 2008 MT.ZION-OHIO
Mrs. Stephanie Allese Rainey-Bryant was born April 16, 1958 and died on Feb. 21, 2008. Stephanie was the second child born to Carl and Icy Rainey on April 16, 1958 in the Center Community in Clevelan, Ark. With her husband at her side, she left this temporary life and moved on to her eternal home in Glory to be with her Lord on Feb. 21, 2008, at 8:54 a.m. Stephanie made a confession of faith in Jesus Christ as her Savior at an early age and became a member of New Prospect Baptist Church where she served in many capacities as a youth. She was a natural born leader and on occasion would even get out the whistle to keep order in a crowd, especially with her crowd of siblings. She loved telling her siblings how she helped raise them and never seemed to lose the "mother's tone" with them, always looking out to make sure they were alright. After graduating from the University of Central Arkansas with a degree in Home Economics and acquiring a teacher's license, she began her teaching career at Marion High School. She left there to work in the West Memphis School District and after becoming frustrated with the teaching field, she settled into her Home Economist role with the Arkansas Extension Service in Forrest City where she worked for over 18 years, impacting the lives of many, young and old, black and white. Stephanie met her life long companion Larry S. Bryant and they wed on May 15, 1993 and to this union L.Scott Stephon Bryant was born on Feb. 10, 1994. L.Scott became the spark and joy in Stephanie's life; you hardly ever saw one without the other. Her leadership was seen all over Forrest City. She was by Larry's side as he governed and led Forrest City as mayor. She was the leader of the local 4-H Club and ran an after school tutoring program at the Forrest City Community Voices Center where she was a founding board member and executive director. She was also a leader at her church, Salem M.B. Church, where she served as youth Sunday School superintendent and also sang in the church choir. Stephanie will be mourned and missed by her husband Larry Bryant and son, L.Scott Bryant. She also leaves her father Carl Rainey of Cleveland, Ark. and the following siblings to grieve her death: Carlton Rainey of Plumerville, Gerald Rainey (Cheryl) of Benicia, Calif., Kerwin Rainey (Miltresa) of Cleveland, Julian Rainey (Angela) of Little Rock, Merdina Nash (Harold) of North Little Rock, Christopher Rainey, of Cleveland, Alfred Rainey (Ellen) of Springdale, Dan Rainey of Farmington, Ron Rainey (Jenal) of Little Rock, Eric Rainey of Cleveland, Timothy Rainey (Rhonda) of Maumelle, Charlotte Green (Victor) of Conway, Paul Rainey (Amber) of Atlanta, Ga. and Laurinda Rainey of Durham, N.C. Also her in-laws, Dollie Bryant (mother-in-law), Milton Bryant (Gertrude) of Shreveport, La., Debra Martin of Springfield, Ill., Anthony Bryant (Lisa) of Nashville, Tenn., and Larry's father Ulysses Young. Her mother, Icy Rainey in July of 2006 and one sibling, Kasondra Rainey, preceded Stephanie in death. She leaves 28 nieces and nephews and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins and countless friends. The family would like to express deep appreciation and thanks to all who prayed, gave an encouraging word, sent a note/card, gave a phone call and any other act of kindness. A memorial service for Stephanie Rainey-Bryant, age 49, of Forrest City, will be held on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008, at 5 p.m. at Salem M.B. Church with Bro. Vernon Faulkner officiating. There will be a funeral service at the New Prospect Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ar., Monday, Feb. 25, 2008, at 1 p.m. with Kerwin Rainey officiating. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. The family requests memorials be made to the Forrest City Community Voices. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Salem M.B. Church. Burial will be held in New Mt. Zion Cemetery in Cleveland.Published: 2008-02-22
BRYANT STEVEN WAYNE 10 29 1963 2 6 2002 HUGHES NATIVE
Mr. Steven Wayne Bryant, age 38, of Wynne, died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2002, in Albuquerque, N.M.Mr. Bryant was born Oct. 29, 1963, in Forrest City and was the son of Cleo and Mary Janice Bryant of Wynne. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Forrest City, and he was a roofer.Mr. Bryant is survived by his parents; a daughter, Summer Young of Marianna; a son, Steven Bryant of Wynne; a sister, Debbie Vaughn of Wynne and two brothers, Larry Bryant of Marianna and Gary Bryant of Memphis.Visitation for Mr. Bryant will be held Friday, Feb. 8, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Bryant will be conducted on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2002, at 2 p.m., at Morgan Funeral Home with Bro. Ken Walls officiating the service. Burial will follow at Hughes Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
BUCKINGHAM MORRIS C. 6 29 1918 1 3 2002 THOMPSON CHAPEL VET-WWI
Morris C. Buckingham, 83, died Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002 at the V.A. Medical Center in Memphis. He was a farmer and a World War I veteran. He is survived by two brothers, Alfred Louis Buckingham of Cleveland, Ohio and Leo Buckingham of St. Louis, Mo.; and three sisters, Olar Mae Ellington of Marianna, Daisy Mae Kimbrough of St. Louis, Mo. and Maranda Mae Charles of Pine Bluff. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12 at St. Luke Baptist Church with Rev. S. Brown officiating. Burial was in Thompson Chapel Cemetery. Hightower and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. HAS TO BE WWII
BUFORD EDWIN J. 1833 3 9 1904 MT.VERNON CO.A-12TH VIRGINIA
Death of Mr.E.J.Buford=Mr.E.J.Buford died Wednesday afternoon, Mar.9,1904, after an illness of three months. He was born in Mecklenburg County, Va., served through the Civil war with Co.A 12th Virginia Infantry. Removed to Okalona, Miss. immediately after the war and held the office of deputy clerk for twenty two years, until he moved his family to Forrest City about 1892, to be near his son who is in business at Pettus & Buford. He was a devoted member ot the Masonic lodge. Knights of Pythias, and the United Confederate Veterans. While only here for a short time, he was a pleasant kind gentleman. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn their loss. The funeral took place from the residence yesterday morning, and the remains were interred in the Mt.Vernon cemetery, Rev.Geo.Hancock presiding. NEXT TO ANNA H.BUFORD-IMAGE2342 3-11-1904
BURCH ROSE MARIE MRS GANDY 1930 10 14 2008 CRITTENDON
Mrs. Rose Marie Gandy Burch, age 78, of Hughes, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 at her home. Mrs. Burch was a member of the Hughes First United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school for 40 years. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and a former member of the Spade and Dream Garden Club and a homemaker. Mrs. Burch is survived by a daughter, Melinda Burch Patrick of Hughes; a son, Joey Burch of Marion; a brother, O.J. Gandy Jr. of Forrest City and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe H. Burch. Visitation for Mrs. Burch will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion. The family requests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church of Hughes.Published: 2008-10-15
BURKE JAMES WINCHESTER 3 30 1917 9 3 1999 LAGRANGE USARMY WWII
James Winchester Burke, 82, died Thursday, September 30, in his home. He was a resident of Marianna and a retired mechanic. He also was a member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church and a army veteran of WWII. Mr. Burke worked as a mechanic at Ford Motor Company and was in the Marianna National Guard before joining the U.S. Army, during World War II. He served in the 206 Coast Artillery Force in Alaska on the Aleutian Islands as an auto mechanic and Captain's Sr. Chauffeur. Returning from the Army, he was employed as a welder and mechanic for Westerfield Chevrolet Company and then for Ross Hayes Grain Elevator Company and farmed with his brother, the late Robert Burke. He retired from farming to travel with his wife, visiting family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Rosa May Crosland Burke; one daughter, Rosemary Burke Carroll of Tulsa, OK; one son, James C. Burke, Jr. of Heber Springs; a sister, Malvania Ellen Thompson of Kalleman, TX; three brothers, Connie Cornelius Burke of St. Louis, Samuel Moody Burke of Ontonia, Alabama and Millard John Burke of Marianna; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, October 4, at 10 a.m., at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Marianna with Rev. Tom Newman officiating. Burial followed at LaGrange Cemetery. Pallbearers were Wayne Smith, Vince DeSalvo, Tom Gist, Steve Higginbothom, David Baily and Billy Pounds. Arrangements were handled by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.>>>> Terran Winston>> Terran Winston, 53, died Wednesday, September 29, in his home.>> He was a resident of Marianna and retired from Sanyo Mfg. He also >> was a>> member of Walnut Grove Church.>> He is survived by his wife, Nettie L. Winston; one son, William >> Terran>> "Bill" Winston of Little Rock; two brothers, Maurice Larry Winston of >> Detroit>> and Dennis Edward Winston of Port Arthur, Texas; one sister, Lillie Perry>> Winfray of Memphis; and one grandson, Demarcus Markee Winston and >> Christopher>> Rodney Winston, both of Little Rock.>> He was preceded in death by Rodney Mose Winston.>> Funeral services were held Saturday, October 2, at 1 p.m. at Walnut >> Grove>> M.B. Church with Rev. T.J. Scott officiating. Burial followed at Marianna>> Memorial Park.>> Pallbearers were Dennis Edward Winston, Edward Buford, Travis >> Smith, Paul>> Hansberry, Maurice Larry Winston, Irish Williams, Gabriel Shears and >> Robert>> Ferrell.>> Honorary pallbearers were the Shipping Dept. Crew at Sanyo Mfg.>> Arrangements were handled by Hightower and Son Funeral Home.
BURKHOLDER FELICE MRS BRYAN 1911 8 17 2008 FPARK NATIVE
Felice Bryan Norfleet Burkholder, of Little Rock, died August 17, 2008 in her 97th year. She was born on the family farm outside Forrest City, Arkansas, the youngest of eight children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lorena and W.W. Bryan, a merchant and planter. She was also preceded in death by her seven siblings, Lee Bryan, Rod Bryan, Avery Bryan, Shella Mae Bryan Bateman, Louise Bryan Messer, Dora Bryan Peay, and Ocie Lee Bryan Fitzsimmons. She was also the widow of Edmond Norfleet and Fred D. Burkholder. Felice is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Norfleet Clark, two grandchildren, Suzanna Clark Abston and William Penn Clark, and two great grandchildren, George Clark Abston and Anna Abagail Abston all of Little Rock. She is also survived by stepson, Dan Burkholder of Palensville, NY and stepdaughter, Mary Lou Burkholder Wilson of San Antonio, TX. Growing up on the family farm in St. Francis County, she witnessed many historical events, such as when her older brother purchased the first automobile in the county, the first electric light bulb, telephone and air conditioner. She was a distant relative of William Jennings Bryan. Felice loved to tell the stories of the "Old Days" to her family. Felice lived in Memphis, where she was a member of the City Wide Garden Club and the Spottswood Garden Club. She also enjoyed her Bridge Club and Ladies Afternoon Club. While living in Hagerstown, MD Felice was a charter member of the Hagerstown Lioness Club and a member of the Women's City Club. Felice was a Methodist and always participated in United Methodist Women wherever she lived. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday in the Chapel of Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Forest Park Cemetery in Forest City. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn Ave, Little Rock, AR 72205. Arrangements under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.comPublished: 2008-08-19
BURNETT DAVEY ELIZABETH 9 9 1902 3 26 1904 UNKNOWN
Davey Elizabeth Burnett, daughter of Luke and Annie Burnett died Mar.26,1904, age 1 year 6 months, 17 days, of pneumonia. Sloniker Mill Times 5-6-1904
BURNETT ETTA MISS 1898 8 21 1905 HUGHES
On last Monday evening, Aug.21,1905, Death came to the home of Mr.& Mrs.William Burnett and robbed it of their little daughter, Etta, aged about 7 years. The remains were interred in the Hughes graveyard Tuesday. Sloniker Mill Times. 8-25-1905
BURNS NEVA LUCILLE MRS. 9 2 1928 1 21 1999 MARIANNA MEMORIAL
Neva Lucille Burns, 70, died Thursday, January 21, in her home.>> She was a housewife and a member of the Baptist Faith.>> She is survived by her husband, Narvis Burns of Marianna; two sons, >> Wilson>> Burns of Marianna and Donald Burns of Blue Lake, AR; two brothers, Ed >> Christian>> of Madison and Jerry Christian of Neosho, MO; two sisters, Louise Lewis >> of>> Augusta and Faye McKinney of Hughes; 12 grandchildren and five great>> grandchildren.>> She was preceded in death by her son, Wayne Burns.>> Funeral services were held Monday, January 25 at 10 a.m. at>> Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lee Whitley and Rev. Benny >> Hall>> officiating. Burial followed at Marianna Memorial Park.>> Pallbearers were Tommy Parish, Terry McCoy, Jimmy Miller, Buddy >> Lewis, Tim>> Lewis, Tommy Bageant, Arlin Smith and Jerry Valdez.>> Arrangements were handled by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
BURTON A. M. UNK 4 8 1905 UNKNOWN
Mrs.Regard, of Griffithville, sister of Mrs.J.T.Dement of this city, died Friday, Apr.7,1905. She is survived by a bereaved husband and three children, aged about 4, 6 and 10. The precious remains were interred Saturday. Mrs.Dement returned in time to be in the Iron Mountain train wreck at Colt. Later, news reached Mr.Dement, that his brother in law, Mr.A.M.Burton of Marianna, father of Miss Bessie Burton, who is so well known and greatly loved by a large circle of friends here, was dead on Saturday, Apr.8,1905. He was buried on Sunday, and Mr.Dement attended the funeral. 4-14-1905
BURTON JAMES EDWARD 2 5 1946 9 6 2008 VANNDALE CEMETERY
James `Eddie' BurtonFeb. 5, 1946-Sept. 6, 2008 WYNNE - James "Eddie" Burton, 62, of Wynne died Saturday at Cross Ridge Hospital at Wynne. He was preceded in death by his mother, Faye Violet Watson Burton.Survivors include his father, Elay Roy Burton of Jonesboro; son, Jeff Burton of Wynne; daughter, Marla Burton of Wynne; brothers, Hershel of Rochelle, Ill., Jerry of Jonesboro and Tommy Burton of Evansville, Ind.; and sisters, Norma Cotton of Helena and Jeannie Poe of Hernando, Miss.Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home. Interment will be in Vanndale Cemetery.Visitation is tonight from 6-8 in the funeral home.
BUSBY BOBBY JEAN 4 2 1936 10 1 2006 ILLINOIS
Birth: Apr. 2, 1936 Death: Oct. 1, 2006 Mr. Bobby J. "Bob" Busby, age 70, of Collinsville, Ill., and formerly of Forrest City, died Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006, at his home. Mr. Busby was born April 2, 1936, in Forrest City, the son of Marcus Gibson Busby and Alma Frances Baskins. He was a supervisor with McCabe Powers Company for 30 years and a machinist with Elliot Tool and Manufacturing Company for five years and was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the Navy Seabees. Mr. Busby is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Greene Busby; three daughters, Pamela S. Brown of Godfrey, Ill., Donna Waldeck of Farmersville, Ill. and Glynis Barton of Port Orchard, Wash.; a son Robert Scott Busby of Belleville, Ill.; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Daryl Busby and Walter C. Busby and three sisters, Arlene Nettie Browning, JoAnn Reckley and Mary Helen Busby. Visitation for Mr. Busby will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2006, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Herbert A. Kassly Funeral Home, Ltd. in Collinsville, Ill. Funeral services for Mr. Busby will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. at the Herbert A. Kassly Funeral Home with Rev. Dale Clemens officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon, Ill. The family requests that memorials be made to the hospice of Madison County. Family links: Parents: Alma Frances Baskins (1911 - 1992) Marcus Gipson Busby (1904 - 1973) PICTURE
BUSBY MARCUS GIPSON 10 7 1904 6 17 1973 HUGHES
Marcus Gipson Busby, affectionately referred to as "Gip" by family and friends, was born in Batesville, Mississippi on October 7th, 1904 to his parents Charles N. and Florence Catherine Bunting Busby. At an early age and remaining there for the bulk of his life, Gip moved to Forrest City, Arkansas eventually marrying Alma Frances Baskins Busby on July, 10th, 1926. To this marriage six children were born: Arlene, Mary Hellen, Daryl Gene, Walter Charles, Bobby John, and Joann. Over the course of his life, Gip was a farmer, St. Louis world war II factory worker and grocery store owner/operator. Gip died at his Forrest City home on June 17th, 1973 (Father's Day) of heart failure. At the time of his death, Gip was survived by his wife, five children, thirteen grandchildren, and two? great grandchildren. To this author, Vohn Busby, eldest son of Walter, grandpa was a wonderful and loving man. PICTURE & GRAVESTONE
BUSBY RUBY OLETA MRS BROWN 3 3 1922 1 29 2009 FPARK
Mrs. Ruby Oleta Busby, age 86, of Memphis and formerly of Forrest City, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at Methodist Hospital in Somerville, Tenn. Mrs. Busby was born March 3, 1922, in Leach, Okla., the daughter of William Dedman Brown and Ellen Rebecca Shook Brown. She was a homemaker and a member of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis. Mrs. Busby is survived by two daughters, Janie Weatherwax of Oakland, Tenn. and Deby Oleta Busby of Forrest City; two sons, Dr. David Busby of Alma and Mark Busby of Cordova, Tenn.; a sister, Marie Bryant of Siloam Springs; a brother, Howard Brown of Omaha, 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Rev. James B. Busby, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Busby will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, in the Chapel of Memphis Funeral Home Germantown Parkway, from 2 to 4 p.m. A funeral service will follow visitation at the funeral home. Graveside services will be held on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009, at Forrest Park Cemetery at 11 a.m. The family requests memorials be made to the Bellevue Baptist Church for Impact Ministries of Memphis.Published: 2009-01-30
BYNUM JAMES H. 3 8 1866 1 4 1904 HUGHES
The community was shocked last Monday, Jan.4,1904, to learn of the death of James H.Bynum. The writer has known this man from boyhood, and even in childhood. He was noted for his truthfulness and honesty. Jim was a great reader and thinker from a mere boy, and being in possession of more than average intellect, he had gathered a vast store of knowledge. Being in possession of this most valuable article, he was enabled to accumulate a good share of this world's goods, which leaves his family well provided for. He also left about $2,100 of insurance. He was an obedient son, a loving companion and a model father-one that ruled with firmness and love. He was a conservative member of the Christian church, a good neighbor and a true friend. He was taken with pneumonia, but fought it with untiring energy for more than two weeks, until it sapped him of his vitality, and when he felt he must go, he gave instructions to those that he had chosen to help his wife with business matters, and later called his wife to his bedside, and told her he could not stay with her, but that she could come to him. He seemed to consign himself to God's will. He leaves a wife, five children, seven brothers and sisters, two aunts, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Caldwell Times. He died at his home, two miles east of Caldwell. He was about 39 years of age and married. His remains were laid to rest in Hughes Cemetery on Wednesday. 1-8-1904
BYRD MARCIA MRS. VANDIVER 11 8 1936 1 11 2008 SALEM NATIVE
Mrs. Marcia Byrd, age 71, of Palestine, died Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Byrd was born Nov. 8, 1936, in Forrest City, the daughter of James Audrey Vandiver and Jessie Britton Vandiver. She lived in Forrest City and Palestine for most of her life, was a housewife and a member of the Moro Baptist Church. Mrs. Byrd married Kenneth Byrd in 1955 and he survives her along with two daughters, Nancy Freeland of Palestine and Susan Flowers of Forrest City; a sister, Jane Vandiver Rowe of Louisiana; five grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Neva Jean Byrd Pounds and a brother, J.W. Vandiver. Funeral services for Mrs. Byrd were held on Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Salem Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to the Salem Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to visit the online registry at www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2008-01-14
BYRD RUFUS 1896 1 15 1905 YOCONA
Rufus, the 9 year old son of Mr.& Mrs.A.Byrd, died Sunday, Jan.15,1905, of typhoid malaria, at the home of his parents in the Yocona neighbhood. The precious remains were interred in the Yocona cemetery the following day. 1-20-1905 1-20-1905