obituaries

May 3, 2020

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Funeral: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82945873519pwd=eDZhZXRmV2Y1ZjRqWVJQWUJVeGxCdz09 Meeting ID: 829 4587 3519 Password: 157926 Folando Ocreat Hudson "Plug" was born on May4, 1952 to Able and Pauline Hudson in Malvern, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Able and Pauline Hudson; four brothers: Abell Hudson, Larry Hudson, Kenneth "Ricky"...

Apr 29, 2020

Mr. Tavorrye Malik Whitaker-Lemon, 24 of Hot Springs, Arkansas transitioned on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Tavorrye was the oldest child born to Shantea Whitaker and the late Ernest Lemons Jr. on March 26, 1996 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Tavorrye accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Union Missionary Baptist Church. He was a child who...

Apr 24, 2020

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Ms. Guwanna Renee Yarbrough, 42 of Malvern, Arkansas was born on April 1,1978 to the late Henry L. Yarbrough, Sr and Evelyn A. Yarbrough. She transitioned from labor to reward on Friday April 24,2020 at CHI St Vincent -Hot...

Apr 11, 2020

Mrs. Mary A. Burks, 81 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at Encore Healthcare & Rehabilitation-Malvern. Services are incomplete.

The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Psalm 9:9

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Apr 5, 2020

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Mr. Percy Sergeant Jr. was born January 10, 1967 in Chicago, IL; the loving son of the late Percy Sr. and Condolia Sergeant. He departed this life Sunday, April 5, 2020 at...

Apr 2, 2020

Bobbie Crawford, 64 of New Orleans, LA entered into Eternal Rest on April 2, 2020. He was born to the late Charlie Sr. and Julia Gavin Crawford on September 28, 1955. Bobbie was educated in the Orleans Parish School System. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans and retired as a construction worker. Bobbie was proceeded in death...

Mar 27, 2020

Joyce Vance, 63, passed March 27, 2020 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She was born onMay 4, 1956to the late Henry Cole and the late Leola Charlie Thomas in Pastoria, Arkansas. Shemarried Samuel Vance Sr. onMarch 29, 2015.

Joyce was employed at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and also was an Alumni.

She was...

Mar 22, 2020

Louise Burks was born on March 11, 1921 in El Dorado, Arkansas the only child of the late John Burks and late Leslie Singleton. She passed away on March 22, 2020, at age 99.

She was preceded in death by both parents, stepfather Junius Moore; Daughter: Willie Ann Goosby; Granddaughters: Elaine Adams and Belinda Carter; Tthree great-grand...

Mar 19, 2020

Roy Franklin Slater Jr., 66, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, peacefully at his home in Hot Springs, AR.Roy was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on October 28, 1953. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Roy and Francis Slater; and sister and brother-in-law, Kathie & Bill Terry. He is survived by his wife, Shari; daughters,...

Mar 16, 2020

Glenda Moody Furrer 63 of Benton, Arkansas left this life behind and entered into her glorious spiritual body to be received into heaven on March 16, 2020. She was preceded by her loving father, mother and older brother. She leaves behind her twosons that she loved dearly, grandchildren and sisters. Glenda was a loving, caring and thoughtful daughter, sister,...

Mar 15, 2020

Marshuana Shawniece Nicole Randall AKA Nicey began her earthly journey September 21, 2000 at 12:41 p.m. She was born unto Shawn and Trinisa Walker Randall.

Nicey was loved by many. She was passionate, intelligent, adventurous, giving, gentle and loving all around. Her passion was baking, family, singing, and dancing. She enjoyed music, writing poetry and creating recipes....

Mar 15, 2020

Michael Harris Thomas was born on June 20, 1953 to Mary Annette Thomas and William Harris in Memphis, TN. He was the oldest child of 4 children, born to Mary Annette Thomas. He attended and graduated from Tech High School in Memphis, TN. He began his career at an early age at Illinois Central Railroad in Memphis, TN. He...

Mar 8, 2020

Felicia "Licia" Danyell Collins, 46of Malvern, Arkansaswas born on November 28, 1973. To Roger Collins and the late Edna Mae Johnson-Collins. She departed this life on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at her home.

She accepted Christ at an early age. She attended Malvern Public Schools. After graduation Licia attend Beauty College in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was known...

Feb 25, 2020

William Thomas Sonny Boy " Dagwood" Burks 86 of Malvern, AR transitioned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at the Baptist Health Medical Center in Malvern, AR.

Sonny Boy was born August 25, 1933 to Rev. Walter C. Burks and Nancy Glenn Burks Caradine in Malvern, AR. He was raised by this grandmother, Ms....

Feb 3, 2020

Loretta Ann Amos was born May 28, 1964 in Clarendon, Arkansas to the late Ervin Dillard Amos Sr., and Missionary Edith Amos. She professed her faith in Jesus Christ and accepted him as her Lord and Savior at an early age.

Loretta became a faithful member of St. Paul C.O.G.I.C under the leadership of Elder McArthur Dismuke...

Jan 28, 2020

Dedrick Parker, the youngest of twin boys, was born on July 8, 1995 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the late Angela Parker.

He confessed faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized on February 19, 2011, at Family Church in White Hall, Arkansas. Dedrick found joy in serving. His favorite thing to do was spreading the love of...

Jan 27, 2020

Mrs.Alberta Brown 80 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Baptist Health Medical Center - Hot Spring County. Mrs. Alberta Brown born October 16, 1939, in Hurlock, Maryland to Clemon Parker and Mary Elizabeth Parker. Mrs. Brown was full of life, love, and laughter. She cherished her family and friends whom, she...

Jan 24, 2020

On September 3, 1931, an extraordinary gift was given to the late Jeff and Mare Young in the form of a baby boy, Raleigh Bobby Young. Raleigh transitioned from labor to reward on January 24, 2020 at his home. Raleigh grew up in Malvern and attended A.A Wilson and later Arkansas A. M. & NCollegenow the University of Arkansas...

Jan 7, 2020

Mrs. Wanetta M. King Age 92, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020.

Wanetta Marie King was born May 16, 1927 in Dewitt, Arkansas to Will and Pearlene Halliburton. Wanetta married Herman L, King in 1947. She was a house wife and mother to Marion Earnestine Harris (Miller). Wanetta was a Jehovahs Witness for over 35 years. She...

Dec 29, 2019

Lorie Hartshaw, 59 of North Little Rock, ARtransition from labor to reward on Sunday, December 29, 2019 at her home. Cremation services were under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors.

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