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Emmalie Newman

Emmalie Newman

Dec 18, 2024

Emmalie Victoria Lynn Newman, 19, of Salem, Arkansas passed from this walk of life on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Salem. 

She was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, on December 28, 2004, the daughter of Michael Todd and Dana Lynn Newman. Emmalie was a child of God. She loved horses and her family very much.

Emmalie is survived by her parents, Michael...

Steven Alan Herron

Steven Alan Herron

Dec 17, 2024

Steven Alan Herron, son of the late Kenneth O. Herron and Evelyn Marie Wilkinson Herron- Smith, was born July 31,1951 in Tucson, Arizona. He departed this life on December 17, 2024, at the age of 73 years and 139 days. Steve was a 1969 graduate of Rincon High School. He was united in marriage to Carol Sons on January 10,...

Mickel Doyle Fleming

Mickel Doyle Fleming

Dec 4, 2024

Mickel Doyle Fleming, 54, of Smithville, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in Batesville, Arkansas. 

He was born in McAlister, Oklahoma, on July 13, 1970, the son of Jerry Doyle Fleming and Terri Bunton. Mickel was united in marriage to Merri Ellen Jones on May 25, 2012, in Salem, Arkansas. During his working years, Mickel was a meat clerk for...

Susan Zimmerman

Susan Zimmerman

Nov 26, 2024

Susan Zimmerman, 64, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas passed from this walk of life on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. 

She was born in Starke, Florida, on February 28, 1960, daughter of the late Richard and Helen (King) Wing. During her working years, Susan worked as a business manager. Susan enjoyed going to the beach, Clearwater...

Lara Gee Arnett

Lara Gee Arnett

Nov 18, 2024

Lara Gee Arnett, 14, of Glencoe, Arkansas, passed from this walk of life on Monday, November 18, 2024. 

She was born in Anderson, Indiana, on April 5, 2010, to Janell Boswell and the late Kyle Arnett. Lara attended Salem High School in Salem, Arkansas. She was a member of the band and drama club. Lara began her time in the band...

Rene Ross

Rene Ross

Oct 25, 2024

Rene Ross, 90, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024, at her home in Ash Flat.

She was born in Great Falls, Montana, on June 14, 1934, daughter of the late David Eldon and Margaret (Johnston) Ross. During her working years, Rene was a seamstress and loved to sew. Rene loved the outdoors. She was a strong independent...

Frederick Warren Permenter

Frederick Warren Permenter

Oct 22, 2024

Frederick “Fred” Warren Permenter, 86, of Camp, Arkansas, passed away, Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at his home. 

He was born in Quitman, Arkansas, on July 20, 1938, son of Shadrick Owen and Mary Lee (Hill) Permenter. Fred was united in marriage to Dorthy Hamm on August 25, 1990, at Camp Methodist Church in Camp, Arkansas. During his working years, Fred spent...

Monica Carmichael

Monica Carmichael

Oct 18, 2024

Monica Carmichael, 58, of Calico Rock, Arkansas passed from this walk of life on Friday, October 18, 2024, in Calico Rock.

She was born in Everett, Washington, on December 10, 1965, daughter of Gary Carmichael and Diane Broome. Monica spent her life as a daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed going to the beach.

Monica is survived by her father, Gary...

Russell Dale Blalock

Russell Dale Blalock

Sep 12, 2024

Russell Dale Blalock, 61, of Salem, Arkansas, formerly of Williford, Arkansas, passed away, Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Salem. 

He was born in St. Charles, Missouri, on November 2, 1962, son of Alce Duaine and Millie Ida (Mask) Blalock. During his working years, Russell worked in construction. He was united in marriage to the late Rhonda Marie Ruhge on March 1,...

Steven Kerry Sills, Jr.

Steven Kerry Sills, Jr.

Sep 7, 2024

Steven Kerry Sills, Jr., 53 of Mountain Home, Arkansas, departed this life on Saturday, September 7, 2024, in Mountain Home.

He was born on May 28, 1971, in Glendora, California, the son of Steven Kerry Sills, Sr. and Constance Myers. During his working years, Steven worked in retail sales. He loved traveling, exploring, cooking, watching movies and spending time with friends...

Fred J. Arnold

Fred J. Arnold

Aug 22, 2024

Fred J. Arnold, 91, of Greenville, Texas, formerly of Batesville, Arkansas, passed from this walk of life on Thursday, August 22, 2024, in Greenville. 

He was born in Evening Shade, Arkansas, on October 20, 1932, son of the late Shelby Lee and Maggie Ann (Qualls) Arnold. Fred served our country in the United States Army. He was united in marriage to...

Jim Bob Rowland

Jim Bob Rowland

Aug 22, 2024

Jim Bob Rowland, 87, of Liberty, MO, passed away on August 22, 2024. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born in Salem, AR on November 11, 1936, the only child to Clarence and Irma Rowland. He served in the United States Marines from January 1956 until 1959. On August 16,1958. Jim married the love of his...

William Henry Sims

William Henry Sims

Aug 21, 2024

William Henry Sims, 85, of Viola, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in Viola. 

He was born in Batesville, Arkansas on May 18, 1939, son of Jake and Elsie (Walden) Sims. Henry was an avid outdoorsman and over his lifetime he enjoyed farming, gardening, fishing, camping, traveling, and working on old cars. He loved his family very much and enjoyed...

Thomas Ranken Bell

Thomas Ranken Bell

Aug 14, 2024

Thomas Ranken Bell, 66, of Williford, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in Batesville, Arkansas. 

He was born on August 4, 1958, in Newark, New Jersey, son of the late John Maurice and Mary (Walsh) Bell. Tom served our country in the united States Army. He loved to fix old cars and restore them to their original beauty. Tom was...

Jean Simmonds

Jean Simmonds

Jun 10, 2024

Jean Simmonds, 80, of Oxford, Arkansas, passed away, Monday, June 10, 2024, in Calico Rock, Arkansas. 

She was born on June 4, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Charles and Mary (Brickham) Simmonds. Jean lived most of her life in Chicago, Illinois, where she worked and enjoyed time with her family and friends. She moved to Arkansas later in life...

Roy Allen Martin

Roy Allen Martin

Jun 5, 2024

Roy Allen Martin, 55, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away, Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in West Plains, Missouri.

He was born in Elkhart, Indiana, on March 17, 1969, the son of Douglas and Kathleen Martin. Roy was united in marriage to Jennifer Vandergriff on December 26, 1995, in Salem, Arkansas. He was a truck driver and owned the car wash in Salem....

Marjorie Lynn Bystrom

Marjorie Lynn Bystrom

Jun 2, 2024

Marjorie “Marji” Lynn Bystrom passed away peacefully in her home in Salem, Arkansas, and joined Jesus on June 2nd, 2024, at the age of 73.

Marji was born to Theron and Darlie Cox on October 28th, 1950, in Ainsworth, Nebraska. As a child she excelled in school and enjoyed spending time with her grandmother, Lillian Grandorff.

Marji met her husband, Michael Bystrom,...

Debbie Jo Doty

Debbie Jo Doty

Jun 2, 2024

Debbie Jo Doty, 67, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away, Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Jonesboro. 

She was born in Harrisburg, Arkansas, on December 13, 1956, daughter of William “Leon” and Dorothy Jean (Lindsey) Sharp. Debbie was united in marriage to Mark Doty on June 8, 1990, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. During her working years, Debbie worked as a physician’s assistant until her...

Lloyd Wesley Fletcher

Lloyd Wesley Fletcher

May 29, 2024

Lloyd Wesley Fletcher, 89, of Salem, Arkansas, departed this life on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born on March 21, 1935, in Cave City, Arkansas, to the late Ewen W. and Elsie E. Fletcher. Lloyd was united in marriage to June Denny on November 1, 1954, in Evening Shade, Arkansas. During his...

Janice Elaine Masse

Janice Elaine Masse

May 22, 2024

Janice Elaine Masse, 81, of Eagle Point, Oregon, passed away, Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at her home in Salem, Arkansas. 

She was born on May 7, 1943, to Arthur and Velia Taft in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. She enjoyed everything ocean, the American Indian culture, going to the movies and casinos and spending time with her family. She worked as an office...

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