obituaries

The obituaries in the Malvern area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Malvern, Arizona's history and identity.

Ocsie Faye Barnes

Ocsie Faye Barnes

Aug 4, 2022

Ocsie was born on March 26, 1954, in Baxter, AR. She was the daughter of Anderson and Caretha Wimberly (preceded in death). Ocsie accepted Christ at a young tender age at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. She became a member of Calvary #1 Baptist Church where she served as Assistant Superintendent and Youth Teacher of Sunday School. She later continued...

John Wayne Stephens

John Wayne Stephens

Jul 26, 2022

John Wayne "Johnny" Stephens, 84 of Gurdon, Arkansas was granted his Angel Wings on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. He was born to the late Samuel and Hester Dickens Stephens in Kansas, Arkansas on March 30, 1938. He attended Bell High School in Gurdon, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at a young age. He attended Providence A.M.E. Church under the leadership...

Joyce Ann Thomas

Joyce Ann Thomas

Jul 6, 2022

Joyce Ann Morris – Thomas was born October 23, 1958 to Harvey & Dorothy Morris in Hamburg, Arkansas. Joyce grew up in Greenville, Mississippi until the age of 13 then later moved to Carthage, Arkansas to live with her father. She attended Carthage High School. Joyce later moved to Malvern, Arkansas where she worked as a cook at The...

Rodney Jackson

Rodney Jackson

Jul 1, 2022

Rodney Maurice Jackson, born January 12, 1984 to the late Robert Maurice Jackson and Betty Ann Jackson. Rodney transitioned on July 1, 2022 to eternal rest. Rodney leaves to cherish his beloved mother Betty Jackson, his sister Robyn Washington (Marlon), A nephew Jacobi Parker, a niece Jada Parker and his grandmother Sedalia Bhones. Rodney also leaves behind a host...

Virginia A Williams

Virginia A Williams

Jun 20, 2022

Mrs. Virginia Ann Williams, of Malvern, Arkansas, gained her wings on Monday, June 20, 2022. She was born September 4, 1943 to the late Reverend James Lee and Addie Lue Faison McCalister. Virginia attended the Historic Annie Agnes Wilson Colored School in Malvern, Arkansas. She confessed her life to Christ at an early age and united with First Missionary...

Deborah Mcgowan

Deborah Mcgowan

Jun 13, 2022

Mrs. Deborah McGowan, 68 of Camden, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Ouachita County Medical Center-Camden. Services are incomplete. There is No Light Without a Dawning By: Helen Steiner Rice No winter without a spring And beyond the dark horizon Our hearts will once more sing …. For those who leave us for a while Have only...

Tommy L. Figures

Tommy L. Figures

Jun 6, 2022

Tommy Lee Figures was born May 17, 1972, at St Mary's Hospital in Dermott, AR to Penny and Harris Watkins.

He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Bethany Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Jessie L. Courtney.

Tommy's sweet and loving spirit made it a joy to work with...

Willie D Aikens

Willie D Aikens

May 26, 2022

LIFE AND JOURNEY OF WILLIE D. AIKENS, SR.

Willie D. Aikens, Sr., affectionately known as "Papa" was born September 9, 1942 in Readland, Arkansas. He was the son of John Aikens, Sr. and Willie Bea Aikens. He was called from labor to reward on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the age of 79 at the loving home...

Baby Jaycen Alexander Busby

Baby Jaycen Alexander Busby

May 25, 2022

Jaycen Alexander Busby passed away Wednesday May 25th, 2022 at Baptist Health Medical Center- Little Rock, Arkansas.

He is greeted in Heaven by his Paternal great-grandparents; Harold Coleman Sr., and Erma Bryant. Paternal great-grandparents; Wilma Busby, Henry Busby, and Harmon Gatson

He is survived by his parents; LaRome Busby & Deja Coleman of Maumelle, Ar....

Dr. Truman Marshall

Dr. Truman Marshall

May 22, 2022

Elder Truman Marshall transitioned on Sunday May 22, 2022. Truman was born on March 25, 1931 to the late Mark and Lillian Roland Marshall in Carthage, AR. He was the thirteenth of seventeen children.

Truman accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior at an early age.

Truman attended Malvern Colored School in Malvern, Arkansas. He...

Michael Anthony Ragland

Michael Anthony Ragland

May 7, 2022

As we retrace the footprint of Michael Anthony Ragland. We can give thanks for the lives he touched along life's journey. A likable, fun, charismatic guy, he was blessed to enjoy many of God's blessings as a son, brother, husband, uncle and a trusted friend.

Michael was born on February 21,1963 as the first child of George...

Kevin Marshun Miller

Kevin Marshun Miller

Apr 21, 2022

Kevin Marshun Miller (Jeremiah Israel), 27 of Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned from this earth on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Kevin was born in Little Rock, AR to Edgar Dale Miller and Eva Nell Miller on June 17, 1994.

Kevin received most of his education through the Little Rock and Pulaski County Special School Districts. In 2010 Kevin...

Lonnie Idlebird

Lonnie Idlebird

Apr 11, 2022

Brother Lonnie B. Idlebird III was born To the Parentage of Lonnie & Rose Idlebird . On June 19, 1966 in Hobbs New Mexico. He departed this life on April 11, 2022 at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas Lonnie gave his life to Christ at an early age, and United with the Lane Chapel...

Michael Cameron Shack

Michael Cameron Shack

Apr 7, 2022

Mr. Michael Cameron Shack, 41 of Lafayette, LA formerly of Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned on Thursday, April 7, 2022 atOur Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center - Lafayette, LA. Services are incomplete.

He is Gone

You can shed tears that he is gone, or you can smile because he has lived. You can close your...

Lucy Mae Legrande

Lucy Mae Legrande

Mar 25, 2022

Mrs. Lucy Mae Hunter LeGrande 96, was born in Dalark Arkansas February 6, 1926 to the late Joe and Estella Hunter. Lucy transitioned from labor to reward on Friday March 25, 2022 resting peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Lucy accepted Christ at an early age. She attended First Baptist Rockport church for many...

Alvin Henry Junior

Alvin Henry Junior

Mar 25, 2022

Mr. Alvin Henry Junior, 63 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned from labor to reward at his home on March 25, 2022. Services are incomplete.

Still Looking Up to My Brother

By Michele Meleen

When I was little I looked up to my brother because he was big and strong. Today I look up to...

Mary Louise Burns

Mary Louise Burns

Mar 21, 2022

Mary Louise Burns was the fourth daughter born to the late Tom and Theora Bruce Burns in Little Rock, Arkansas on November 8, 1959. She transitioned from this life on March 21, 2022, at UAMS. She was the baby of the family and always had her way.

Mary attended Watson Chapel High School where she graduated with...

Joseph M. Williams Sr.

Joseph M. Williams Sr.

Mar 12, 2022

Bishop Joseph M. Williams Sr., 67 of Pine Bluff, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital - Little Rock. Services are incomplete. And I'll cherish the old rugged cross Till my trophies at last I lay down And I will cling to the old rugged cross And exchange...

Virginia Louise Walker

Virginia Louise Walker

Mar 5, 2022

Mrs.Virginia Louise Foster Walker was born December 31, 1951 in Magnolia, Arkansas to the late Ben and Mary Etta Collins Foster. Virginia was a graduate of Carthage High School in 1971. After graduating, she went on to marry her highschool sweetheart Johnny Walker, enjoying a shared life for over 50 plus years. During their marriage 5 children were born....

Evelyn Ann Yarbrough

Evelyn Ann Yarbrough

Mar 4, 2022

Evelyn Ann "Annabell" Yarbrough was born September 11th,1950 to the late Cleon Chavis and Nathaniel Archer. Evelyn transitioned from labor to reward on Friday, March 4, 2022 at CHI-ST Vincent- Hot Springs. Evelyn attended and graduated from the Fordyce School District. She accepted Christ at a very young age Evelyn was a faithful active member at First Baptist Church...

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