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.

Arlander Lowe

Arlander Lowe

May 22, 2026

Arlander Lowe, 73 of Schertz, Texas formerly of Tulip, Arkansas pass on Friday, May 22, 2025 at his home. Services are incomplete.

An Old Soldier's Prayer

I have fought when others feared to serve.I have gone where others failed to go.I've lost friends in war and strife,Who valued Duty more than love of life.I have shared the comradeship of pain.I have searched...

Joan Williams

Joan Williams

May 20, 2026

Sgt. Joan Williams, United States Army Retired, 66 of Sherwood, Arkansas transitioned on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at her home. Services are incomplete.  

An Old Soldier's Prayer

I have fought when others feared to serve. I have gone where others failed to go. I've lost friends in war and strife, Who valued Duty more than love of life. I have shared the...

Richard E. Harper, SR.

Richard E. Harper, SR.

May 19, 2026

Pastor Richard Edward Harper, Sr., 76, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, peacefully transitioned from this life into the presence of the Father on May 19, 2026. For we know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. His work is finished.

Richard Edward Harper, Sr. was born on August 23, 1949, to Theodus Albert Harper and Lula...

JW Lindsey

JW Lindsey

May 10, 2026

Mr. J.W. Lindsey was born on February 07, 1949, in Amy, Arkansas, to the parentage of Selma and Leona Lindsey. He departed this life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Mr. Lindsey graduated from Union Grove School in 1967. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1968. Following his military service, he...

Shamya Gulley

Shamya Gulley

May 5, 2026

Shamya Nicole Gulley, 32, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, departed this life on May 5, 2026, in Camden, Arkansas. Shamya was born on April 18, 1994, to Odessa Clary and Michael Gulley.

Shamya leaves behind countless memories filled with love, laughter, a little chaos, and the kind of personality that is impossible to ignore. Shamya was a loving mother, devoted partner, cherished...

Willie C Lawson

Willie C Lawson

May 4, 2026

Willie Clyde Lawson graced this world with his presence on July 30, 1942, in Malvern, Arkansas.

He peacefully departed this life on May 4, 2026.

Willie was the second-born child to the union of the late Ira Matthew Lawson and the late

Mary Louise Reed Lawson.

He was a proud honor graduate of A.A. Wilson High School in Malvern, Arkansas, class of 1961,

where he...

Willie A. McDainels

Willie A. McDainels

May 1, 2026

Willie Author McDaniels, affectionately known as “The Original Duck Plucka,” was born on February 6, 1955, in Dermott, Arkansas, to the late Annie Mae Stevenson and R.L. McDaniels. As the fourth of their children, Willie enjoyed a fulfilling childhood rooted in hard work and family. He assisted his mother in raising chickens and pigs and developed a love for outdoor...

Mary Jane Childs

Mary Jane Childs

Apr 13, 2026

Mary Jane Childs was born on January 22, 1956 in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Eddie Childs, Sr. and Cora Mae Childs. She was the second of three children.

Mary Jane attended Malvern High School and was a member of New Director Missionary Baptist Church in Perla, Arkansas. She was employed as a CNA for many years before retiring.

The precious life...

Baby Ameer Nicholas Vik

Baby Ameer Nicholas Vik

Apr 2, 2026

Baby Ameer Nicholas Vik transitioned on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Arkansas Children's Hospital - Little Rock. Services are incomplete.

His Name Sings My Soul

The mention of my child’s nameMay bring tears to my eyes,But it never fails to bringMusic to my ears.If you are really my friend,Let me hear the beautiful music of her name.It soothes my broken heartAnd sings...

Lisa L Toney

Lisa L Toney

Mar 31, 2026

Lisa L. Toney was born in 1966 to Ben Milton and Versa Lee Milton. She transitioned from this life surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of strength, laughter, and compassion. A proud graduate of Bearden High School, Class of 1985, Lisa went on to dedicate over 30 years of service as a Certified Nursing Assistant at St. John’s Place...

Charles E. Owens

Charles E. Owens

Mar 29, 2026

Charles Edward Owens, 53 of Malvern, Arkansas passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Malvern.

Charles was born in Malvern and raised in Tulip, Arkansas. Charles dedicated nearly three decades of service to the Arkansas Department of Corrections. He began his career in October 1996 as a Correctional Officer at Cummins Unit. Through hard work...

Lloyd James Bever, Sr.

Lloyd James Bever, Sr.

Mar 8, 2026

Lloyd James "Jimmy" Bever Sr., age 53 of Bismarck, AR gained his wings March 8, 2026 Lloyd was born in Hot Springs, AR. Lloyd was an avid fisherman, who loved nature. Target shooting was a hobby he enjoyed. No one could out shoot him. There are no words to express how wonderful this man is. He had a heart...

Ida  Dawn

Ida Dawn

Feb 25, 2026

Mrs. Ida Nell Cook Dawn, Affectionately Knows as "GRANNY" was born on March 8, 1942, to James B. Cook & Martha Rhodes Cook in Stephens, Arkansas. She received sweet rest on February 25, 2026, at Ouachita County Medical Center in Camden, Arkansas. She was a resident of Silver Oaks Rehabilitation Center for Four years, where she thought she was...

Phyllis Alfreda  Wright

Phyllis Alfreda Wright

Feb 23, 2026

Phyllis Alfreda Wright, age 82, was born to the late George Wright Sr. and Beatrice Thrasher in Rhode Island on December 31,1943. Phyllis passed away Peacefully On the evening of February 23, 2026, with family at her bedside.

She was preceded in death by her maternal parents George Wright Sr. and Beatrice Thrasher, her son Eric Lashawn...

Linda Bishop

Linda Bishop

Feb 19, 2026

Linda Bishop was born on September 11, 1963, to the late Eddiemay Bishop and Theodore Bishop. She departed this life on February 19, 2026. Linda was raised in a large and loving family alongside her 13 siblings. She was surrounded by love and carried those strong family values with her throughout her life. Linda was known as a hardworking,...

Victor D Nolen

Victor D Nolen

Feb 15, 2026

Victor Donell Nolen, son of the late Carol Ann Hunter and Clayburn McCauley, was born into his earthly home on August 2, 1963, in Malvern, Arkansas. He was lovingly raised by Coty Lee Hunter, who served as a devoted father figure and guiding presence in his life.

In 1980, Victor moved to Chicago for is senior year...

Annie  Mae Wesson

Annie Mae Wesson

Feb 10, 2026

Annie Mae Moore Wesson was born in Forest City, Arkansas, on December 3, 1936, to Shelton and Ruby Moore. Annie accepted Christ at an early age and lived

her life rooted in faith. Annie was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Napoleon Wesson. To this union, six children were born, with a total of eight children...

Antonio  Brown

Antonio Brown

Feb 6, 2026

Antonio Brown , 38 of Little Rock, Arkansas passed on Friday, February 6, 2026 at Bradley County Medical Center - Warren. Services are incomplete.

Doris Jean Peters

Doris Jean Peters

Jan 28, 2026

Mother Doris Jean Peters was born on October 5, 1941, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Odessa Dixon. At an early age, Mother Peters confessed Christ and united with Bethel AME Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was united in holy matrimony to Ryal Peters on September 5, 1957. From this union were born three daughters—Vickie, Linda, and...

Nancy N Torrence - Carmichael

Nancy N Torrence - Carmichael

Jan 24, 2026

Nancy Narcissa Torrence Carmichael, the daughter of the late Harrell L. Torrence, Sr and Golda Mae Torrence, made her entrance into this world on July 13, 1953, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Faith was the cornerstone of Nancy's life. She confessed Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at the age of seven and was baptized at Mt. Pleasant Baptist...

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