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.

William "Sonny Boy" Burks

William "Sonny Boy" Burks

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....

Loretta Ann Amos

Loretta Ann Amos

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...

Dedrick Ryheem Parker

Dedrick Ryheem Parker

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...

Alberta Brown

Alberta Brown

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...

Raleigh Bobby Young

Raleigh Bobby Young

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...

Wanetta Marie King

Wanetta Marie King

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...

Lorie Hartshaw

Lorie Hartshaw

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.

If I Should Die

If I should die, And you should live, And time should gurgle on, And morn should beam,...

Curtis Lee Ford

Curtis Lee Ford

Dec 7, 2019

Mr. Curtis Lee Ford, 66 of St. Petersburg, FL formerly of Dermott, AR transitioned on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, FL.

Curtis was born on March 21,1953 in England, AR to the late Olivia Young and Richard Ford and was reared by Jessie Young Sr. Curtis attended school at Chicot...

George Harper Iii

George Harper Iii

Dec 2, 2019

George Harper III, 56, passed away peacefully on Monday December 2, 2019 in Oak Cliff, Texas. He was born June 2, 1963 in North Little Rock, Arkansas to George II and Claudean Harper. He was a 1981 graduate of Oak Grove High School in North Little Rock. From a very young age, George began his mastery of commercial and...

Woodrow Gardner

Woodrow Gardner

Nov 22, 2019

On Friday, November 22, 2019 at 3:09 P.M., Woodrow Gardner left his earthly home to be reunited with his loved ones. ---- Woodrow was predeceased by his parents Reva and Charlie Gardner. His wife, Bessie Mae Gardner, Son, Leroy Gardner, Daughter, Lecia Gardner, grandson, Zedrick Hicks, great- grandson, Kentrell Gardner, and brother, Calvin Johnson.

Woodrow Gardner was...

Frederick Morris Kilgore

Frederick Morris Kilgore

Nov 15, 2019

Deacon Frederick Morris Kilgore was born May 28, 1934 to the late James and Ruth Armstrong Kilgore in Ansley, LA the youngest of four childrenJames, Bennie Ruth, and Ada. His parents later adopted three of his sister Ada Kilgore Wares children: Loretta, Michael, and Brucebut they also kept and raised her youngest child, Leon Kilgore as their own.

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Samuel James Short

Samuel James Short

Nov 6, 2019

Mr. Samuel Short,86of White Hall,Arkansas transitioned on Wednesday,November 6,2019 athis home surrounded by his loving family.

He was proceeded by his loving wife Alice, son Richard Scoope and Grandson Justin Samuel Paiz.

Samuel is survived by his Daughters Kathy Lowery ( Chris) Diane Krum (Chris), Wanda Burke; Son Fred Scoope; 14 Grandchildren; 15 Great grandchildren...

Dennis Ray Calvin

Dennis Ray Calvin

Nov 4, 2019

Dennis Ray Calvin was born September 15, 1957 in Benton, Arkansas to the late Albert Calvin, Sr. and the late Frankie Mae White Calvin. Dennis departed his life on Monday, November 4, 2019 at the age of 62 years old.

Dennis grew up in the Ralph Bunche Community and was a 1975 graduate of Benton Senior High...

Dawin Donwen Morgan

Dawin Donwen Morgan

Nov 3, 2019

Mr. Dawin DonwinMorgan, 43 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at Baptist Health Medical Center- Hot Spring County in Malvern, Arkansas.

Dawin is the youngest son of Lincoln Charles Morgan Sr and Eva Mae Beard-Morgan and is the brother of Lincoln Morgan Jr (Jan), Perdro Morgan, Ayondela Morgan and Ebony Morgan. He is precedent...

Dennis Wayne Burrell

Dennis Wayne Burrell

Oct 31, 2019

Dennis Wayne Burrell's celebration of life began on June 15, 1962 in Oxnard, California. Then on October31, 2019 he was reunited with his predeceased parents James W. Burrell and Loretta J. Burrell.

Three predeceased sister's Joan Burrell, Helen Burrell and Lisa Burrell.

Dennis (Dennis the Menace) was a man of many hobbies and talents. He...

Janyce P Nolen

Janyce P Nolen

Oct 20, 2019

Janyce Nolen, 65 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned from labor to reward on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at CHI St. Vincent-Hot Springs in Hot Springs Arkansas.

ThebeautifulandextremelykindheartedJanyceNolenwasbornonApril 17th,1954totheparentageofJoyceT.HoganandWillieFraction.Ms. Nolenwasalsoraisedbyherlatestep-fatherJamesE.Hogan. JanyceattendedTuggleElementarytoreceiveherearlyeducation.During herteenyearssheattendedWilsonHighSchoolbeforetransferringto MalvernHighSchool.AftergraduationMs.Nolenhelddownmanymeansof employmentbutspentmostofherworklifeemployedatCADCHeadstart andBentonServiceCenteruntilherretirement. Shewaspredeceasedbyherbeforementionedparents;herbrotherKirk YoungandsisterPaulaBreland.Lefttorememberherbeautifulsoulare hertwodaughtersCharolda(Nissie)NolenandCharlese(Cocoa)Pierce; twopreciousgrandchildrenwhomsheloveddearlyKaiandJaidyncePierce allofMalvern;threelovingbrothersTravisHogan(Avvalon),Charles Hogan(Shannon)ofArkadelphiaandJamesB.Hogan(Jamisa)ofConway, AR.Alsolefttocherishmemoriesareahostofnieces,nephews, cousins,andfriends.

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more deathor mourning...

Gennie Mae Lewis

Gennie Mae Lewis

Oct 17, 2019

Gennie Mae Lewis was born January 13, 1949 to the late George Lewis and Carrie Lewis in Hamburg, Arkansas. Gennie was a fun loving yet meek person with a smile that would brighten any darken path.

Gennie accepted Christ at an early age at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Hamburg, Arkansas. She was educated in the...

Margarett Jean Reese

Margarett Jean Reese

Oct 15, 2019

Ms. Margarett Jean Reese was born January 15, 1954 in Gould, Arkansas; the loving daughter of the late Alexander Sr. and Bessie Hicks. She departed this life October 15, 2019.

Ms. Reese learned that the Lord was her savior at an early age at Woodman Hills Missionary Baptist Church where Rev. Lowden was the pastor. After graduation...

Joseph G. Motton

Joseph G. Motton

Sep 29, 2019

Mr. Joseph G. Motton, 82 of North Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Sunday, September 29th, 2019 at Baptist Health Medical Center-Springhill. Services are incomplete.

Before us great Death stands Our fate held close within his quiet hands. When with proud joy we lift Lifes red wine To drink deep of the mystic shining...

Lawrence Samuel

Lawrence Samuel

Sep 28, 2019

Lawrence Samuel passed away on September 28, 2019. He was born on February 5, 1935 in Dallas, Texas to the late John Milton and Oma Samuel.

Mr. Samuel moved to Malvern in 1997 and joined First Baptist Vine. In 1953, he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. He served in the United States Army for two...

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