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.

Janice Peterson

Janice Peterson

Feb 13, 2024

Janice Peterson, 78 of Hot Springs, Arkansas transitioned on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at National Park Medical Center - Hot Springs. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. Those we love don't go away they Walk beside us everyday………. Unseen, unheard, but always near. ~UNK Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Director "...

Dean Devon Paige

Dean Devon Paige

Feb 11, 2024

Dean Devon Paige Danner was born on October 6, 1979 to Rev. Jewel and the late Joetta Danner in Malvern, Arkansas. Dean transitioned from his earthly home on February 11, 2024. He accepted Christ at an early age at Davis Creek Baptist Church in Prattsville, Arkansas. He enjoyed hunting, being a grill master, running dogs, motorcycle riding, also playing...

Suzanna L. Parker

Suzanna L. Parker

Feb 9, 2024

Suzanna L. Parker, 73 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on February 9, 2024 at Hospice Home Care- Little Rock. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. 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...

Betty Samuel

Betty Samuel

Feb 3, 2024

On a cold Christmas Day December 25, 1944, Betty Mae Cummings was born to the proud parents of John R. & Ola M. Cummings in Malvern, AR. She was the eldest of five kids. She confessed to Christ at an early age and was Baptized at First Baptist Church in Malvern. After returning to Malvern she United with Deliverance...

Henry Lee Broadnax

Henry Lee Broadnax

Jan 25, 2024

Deacon Henry Lee Broadnax was born to the Parentage of The Late Elmer & Nettie Broadnax on February 24, 1940, in Camden, Arkansas. He made his peaceful transition on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family in Camden, Arkansas. He joined church at a young age at Velie Church Of God In Christ and...

Raymond Charles Jones

Raymond Charles Jones

Jan 25, 2024

Raymond Charles Jones was born on November 19, 1954, to Charles Jones and Lovely Ann Martin in Dermott, Arkansas. His mother Lovely Ann married Clyde Morgan and together they raised Raymond and his sisters in McGehee, Arkansas. Raymond graduated from McGehee High School and later attended vocational school in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was a proud employee of Union...

Byron Lance Leffingwell Jr.

Byron Lance Leffingwell Jr.

Jan 20, 2024

Byron Lance Leffingwell Jr, 61 of Hot Springs, Arkansas passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, January 20, 2024. He was born February 14, 1962 to the proud parents of Byron Lance Leffingwell Sr. and Suzann Fippis Henderson. Byron started working at an early age. At the age of 15, he worked as a press operator. After Byron...

Joe Alfred Murdock

Joe Alfred Murdock

Dec 31, 2023

Joe Alfred Murdock, 72, of Malvern, Arkansas, transitioned from his earthly body to his spiritual one on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at Baptist Health Medical Center-Hot Spring County. Joe was born on November 19, 1951, in Dallas County, Arkansas, to Gallie and Emma Lee (Craig) Murdock. He gave his life to Christ at an early age and considered Bethel...

David 'Shady' Robinson

David 'Shady' Robinson

Dec 29, 2023

David Dewayne Robinson, known best as "Shady," left his earthly home on Friday, December 29, 2023. He came into this world on October 29, 1975, in Malvern, Arkansas, to his parents, Linda Barnett and the late William Robinson, Sr. Shady attended Malvern public schools and was part of the Class of 1993. He was knowledgeable in a lot of...

Albert Ted Scott

Albert Ted Scott

Dec 16, 2023

Albert Ted Scott, 76 of North Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned on December 16, 2023. Your body is away from me but there is a window open from my heart to yours. From this window, like the moon I keep sending news secretly. Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors "The Epitome of Service" Memorial Service Saturday, December 30, 2023...

Richard Frank Jaks Jr.

Richard Frank Jaks Jr.

Dec 12, 2023

Richard Frank Jaks Jr., 75 of Bismark, Arkansas transitioned on Tuesday December 12, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. A teacher's contribution makes for the most priceless of memories in a student's life. No matter how much students grow up, they can never forget the...

Donald Ray Smith

Donald Ray Smith

Dec 5, 2023

Mr. Donald Ray Smith, 73 of Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned from labor to reward on December 5, 2023 at John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital - Little Rock. He was born in Roston, AR on December 29, 1949 to the late Jessie H. Smith and Maud Eva Blake Smith. Donald grew up in the Malvern School District graduating from...

Miles Elyiah Donoho

Miles Elyiah Donoho

Nov 17, 2023

Mr. Miles Elyiah Donoho 42, of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on November 17, 2023, at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. Happy the man, and happy he alone, He who can call today his own: He who, secure within, can say, Tomorrow do thy worst,...

William Henry Reed

William Henry Reed

Nov 12, 2023

William Henry Reed Sr., a revered member of the Malvern community and a cherished family man, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, service, and love. Born on December 7, 1934, in Malvern, AR, to the late Henry Warren Reed and Bobella Bulford, William's journey began in a world far different from the...

Gary Paul Lloyd Sr.

Gary Paul Lloyd Sr.

Nov 3, 2023

Mr. Gary Paul Lloyd Sr. 67, of Donaldson, Arkansas transitioned on November 3, 2023, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. When they told me you were leaving, I didn't believe. Even as you slipped away, I didn't believe. Day after day in denial I'd...

Charles Ray Bass

Charles Ray Bass

Oct 22, 2023

Charles Ray Bass, 36 of Hot Springs, Arkansas transitioned on Sunday October 22, 2023 at National Park Medical Center-Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was born on February 10, 1987 in Shreveport, Louisiana to the late Annie M. Bass. Charles grew up in Grambling, Louisiana. He loved playing baseball and singing in the choir at church. After moving to Arkansas, he...

Isaiah Matlock

Isaiah Matlock

Oct 9, 2023

Isaiah Matlock, 78 of Malvern, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Alcoa Pines Health & Rehabilitation. Services are incomplete. Graveside Service Thursday, October 19, 2023 11:00 AM Perla Gate Cemetery Jones Street Malvern, AR 72104

Christina Williams

Christina Williams

Sep 29, 2023

Christina Williams, 41 of Little Rock, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Friday, September 29, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. Services are incomplete. 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord,...

Kenneth Earl Stanford

Kenneth Earl Stanford

Sep 24, 2023

Kenneth Earl Stanford was born April 8, 1962 in Hollandale, Mississippi to the late George Wallace Stanford Sr. & Bessie Griffo Stanford. He accepted Christ at an early age. Kenny graduated from Manley High School, Chicago, Illinois in 1980. Kenny was a professional truck driver for 25 years. He attended a vocational school and worked as a tradesman in...

Nicholas Gracey

Nicholas Gracey

Sep 24, 2023

Mr. Nicholas Gracey 31, of Benton, Arkansas transitioned on September 24, 2023, at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. Cremation services under the direction of Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors. Those we love don't go away they Walk beside us everyday………. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors "The Epitome of Service"...

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