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.

Gregory W. Mcdougal

Gregory W. Mcdougal

Oct 4, 2021

Gregory Wayne McDougal of Hot Springs, Arkansas, formerly of SouthsideArkansas, departed this life on Monday, October 4, 2021 at the age of67. He was born on August 10, 1954 in Kansas City, Kansas, to Wain (Dub)and Nancy Lou McDougal of Southside, Arkansas. He graduated fromSouthside High School in Southside, Arkansas. His primary interests inschool were playing baseball and basketball....

Clyde Edward Jones Jr.

Clyde Edward Jones Jr.

Sep 22, 2021

Clyde E. Jones, Jr. of Malvern, Arkansas, passed away September 22, 2021 at the age of 79. He was born on Aug 11, 1942 to the late Clyde & Henrietta Jones Clyde "Neckbone" was raised in Malvern and was known for his outgoing personality. He loved and was loved by his elder mentors. Clyde valued life long friendship. After...

James Lambert

James Lambert

Sep 10, 2021

James William Lambert, 84 of Malvern, Arkansas gained his wings at his home on September 10, 2021.He was born May 25, 1937 to the late Joe and Olive Reynolds Lambert in Princeton, Arkansas. James was the eldest of 9 children, affectionally known as "Billie". After serving in the Armed Forces, James moved to Las Vegas, Nevada. He worked in...

Keith Joyce

Keith Joyce

Aug 28, 2021

Keith Justin Joyce, 29 of Malvern, AR was born July 27, 1992 in Malvern, Arkansas to Tyrone Joyce and Teresa Williams.

Keith graduated from Malvern High School in 2010. He attended the University of Central Arkansas from 2010-2011. Keith joined the Alpha Chapter of The Fraternal Order of Sophisticated Gentlemen Incorporated in 2015.

Keith loved...

Rosalind Matlock

Rosalind Matlock

Aug 25, 2021

Rosalind Matlock, 53 Princeton, AR transition from Labor to Reward on Wednesday, August 25,2021 at Baptist Health Medical Center- Little Rock.

Rosalind Matlock was born November 28, 1967 to the late Matthew & Dora Lee Matlock.

Rosalind Matlock attendedFordyce Public Schools and graduated in 1986. In 1987 she started working at Sonic Drive-In in Fordyce....

Dewey Richardson Jr.

Dewey Richardson Jr.

Aug 25, 2021

Dewey Richardson Jr., 54 of Atlanta, GA gained his wings Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Dewey was born February 1, 1967to the proud parents Dewey Sr. and Willie Mae Richardson in Malvern, Arkansas.

While attending Malvern Public Schools, Dewey was known as a mild manner young man. He played football and went to Boys State which he was...

Vanessa M. Moore

Vanessa M. Moore

Aug 19, 2021

Vanessa Marie Moore, 61, of Carthage, Arkansas, was born August 25, 1959, the daughter of the late Henrietta Moore and Lonnie Smith, and Nannie (Moore) and Joe Patillo. She answered the call and departed this life to reside in the arms of the Lord on Thursday, August 19, 2021. Vanessa graduated from Mount Union Area High School, Class of...

Mark Crawford

Mark Crawford

Aug 19, 2021

Mr. Mark Crawford, 61 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at Baptist Health Medical Center- Hot Spring County. Services are incomplete.

"God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in the times of trouble." Psalms 46:1

Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors

" The Epitome of Service...

Ulysses Grant Ollison

Ulysses Grant Ollison

Aug 18, 2021

Reverend Ulysses Grant Ollison in his 69th season of life went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. He was born on January 11, 1952, in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Bill and Zenobia Biggs Ollison.

Reverend Ollison was a graduate of Malvern Senior High School Class of 1970. He was a Veteran of...

Herman Ferrell Carter, Sr.

Herman Ferrell Carter, Sr.

Aug 12, 2021

Trustee Herman Ferrell Carter, Sr., was born May 15, 1955, to Lloyd, Sr. and Alice Carter. He entered into his eternal life on August 12, 2021.

He accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Reverend S. B. Scott at the Centennial Missionary Baptist Church (now Indiana Street Missionary Baptist Church). He remained a faithful...

Ophelia Tarango

Ophelia Tarango

Aug 2, 2021

Ophelia Tarango, 76 of Hot Springs, Arkansas transitioned on August 2, 2021 at National Park Medical Center- Hot Springs. Services are incomplete.

Afterglow

I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one.

I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done.

I'd like to leave an...

Larry Darnell Smith

Larry Darnell Smith

Jul 30, 2021

Larry Darnell Smith was born in Rosston, Arkansas to Jessie and Maud Eva Smith on June 8, 1951. The family lived there for a short time and moved to Malvern, Arkansas where Larry grew up as child. He attended Tuggle Elementary and Wilson High School. At the age of 17, Larry decided to go into the Armed Services. While...

Emma Gean Graham

Emma Gean Graham

Jul 7, 2021

A loving mother, grandmother, sister departed this life on July 7, 2021 at CHI St. Vincent in Hot Springs, AR. Emma Gean Graham was born on August 23, 1948 to the late Dec. Luther and Sis. Emma Sue Albert-Graham. She was educated in Union Grove Public School in Camden, AR. She attended AM & N College which later became...

Maud Eva Smith

Maud Eva Smith

Jun 13, 2021

Maud Eva Smith was born in Nevada County Arkansas, on July 19, 1931 to Clemmie and William Blake. She is the last sibling of her family of seven children, Nellie Simmons, Queen Williams, Grady, Crayton, and Joe Williams, and Delma Moss. She attended public schools in Rosston, Arkansas. Maud attended Sweet Home Elementary, Willisville, Arkansas and Oakgrove High School...

Leon Stamps

Leon Stamps

May 26, 2021

Leon Fontaine Stamps, was a beloved husband, father, brother, church member and community member. Leon fell asleep in the Lord, May 26, 2021. He was born May 7, 1921 to the late Clara Caple and John Stamps in Blevins, Arkansas.

Leon graduated from Blevins High School, farmed and worked horses. He studied at Arkansas AM&N for two...

Susan Waldeck

Susan Waldeck

May 25, 2021

Ms. Susan Waldeck41 of Arkadelphia, Arkansas transitioned on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Chi St. Vincent Infirmary- Little Rock. Services are incomplete.

If I could have just one more day and wishes did come true, I'd spend every glorious moment side by side with you. Recalling all the years we shared and memories we made, how grateful...

Willie Jean Bryant

Willie Jean Bryant

May 13, 2021

Willie " Jean " Bryant, 67 of Princeton, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on May 13, 2021. Willie Jean was born on January 17, 1954 in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Will Taylor and Zeola Owens. She attended Malvern Public Schools, after graduation she enrolled at Ouachita Vo-Tech and received her Certificate in Accounting. Even though she studied...

Hezkit " Slim " Owens

Hezkit " Slim " Owens

May 11, 2021

Bro Hezkit "Slim Owens transitioned on May 11, 2021. Hez was born July 12, 1939 to Julius Owens and Ida Williams in Sparkman, Arkansas. Hez found the Lord at an early age. He married Pauline Allen to this union four children was born.

Hez leaves to cherish his memories sons: Charles (San) Owens of Malvern, AR, Antonio...

Joyce Nadine Veasey

Joyce Nadine Veasey

May 2, 2021

Miss Joyce Veasey, 67 of Jacksonville, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at CHI St. Vincent - North.

There is no night without a dawning 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 gone...

Pamela R. Carter

Pamela R. Carter

Apr 26, 2021

Pamela Carter, 45 of Malvern, Arkansas received her crownon Monday, April 26, 2021 at her home.

She was born on August 25, 1975 to Deborah Cooper and Herbert James.

Pamela proclaimed Jesus Christ as her Savior at an early age. She LOVED her family, going shoppingand doing hair. Pamela graduated fromMalvern High School. She later...

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