Obituaries

Sep 3, 2026

Jennifer Pitcock, age 63, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, in Jonesboro surrounded by family. 

Funeral arrangements are pending at this time, but will be announced by Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home, The Funeral Home of Hope, Ben Brazzel, Director. 

Aug 30, 2026

Jeanine Koen Bonner, age 73, of Blevins, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas.

Mrs. Bonner was born on January 11, 1953, in Bryant, Arkansas to her parents, Hillman and Jean McBee Koen. She had a love for many things including swimming, working in her flower beds, and going to as many sporting events as possible. She...

Aug 29, 2026

Anthony Guarisco, age 44, of Conway, Arkansas formerly of Hope, passed away on August 29, 2026. 

Arrangements are pending at the time but will be announced by Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home, The Funeral Home of Hope, Ben Brazzel, Director. 

Aug 26, 2026

Bradley “Todd” Goode, 44, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly in August 2026.

Todd was one of those people whose presence was hard to miss and even harder to forget. He had an infectious laugh, contagious energy, and a way of bringing a smile to the faces of everyone around him. If you knew Todd, chances are you can still hear...

Aug 24, 2026

Sharon Burns, age 87, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Ms. Sharon was born on June 17, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois to Mr. and Mrs. Gamble. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was also a member of the Hope Church of Christ.

She is preceded in death...

Aug 18, 2026

Peggy Bobo, age 79, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, surrounded by family.

Mrs. Bobo was born on July 23, 1947, in Hot Springs, Arkansas to her parents William and Nancy Bagley Eaves.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Phil Clark and Mike Clark; two children, Nancy...

Aug 14, 2026

Cathy Sue McKamie, 59 of Hope, AR, passed away August 14, 2026, in Oklahoma City, OK. She was born on December 13, 1966, to Wayne and Maxine Cornelius. She was a member of Calvary Church in Norman and retired from WEOKIE Federal Credit Union.

She is preceded in death by her father Wayne Cornelius and one granddaughter...

Aug 11, 2026

Frances Harris, age 87, of Emmet, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in Prescott, Arkansas.

Mrs. Frances was born on March 4, 1939, in Delight, Arkansas to her parents Clyde and Ina Lamb Henderson. She had a love for many things including camping, fishing, and sewing. But more than anything she loved spending time with...

Aug 10, 2026

Donald Smith, age 88, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026.

Mr. Smith was born on November 18, 1937, in Hope, Arkansas to his parents Roy and Ruby Ray Smith. He was a self-employed business owner of Dairy Queen in Hope, Arkansas for 40 years.

Donald is preceded in death by his...

Aug 6, 2026

Bobby Jack Turner, age 77, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on August 6, 2026.

Arrangements are pending at this time.

Aug 4, 2026

Nadine Faye Ridings age 73 of Hope, AR, passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 4, 2026, at Texarkana, TX. Nadine was born on July 18, 1953, in Richmond, CA to Carliss and Maxine Russell.

Nadine is survived by her husband Glenn Ridings and their 3 sons; Darren (Jennifer), Steven (Ashley), and Dusten (Sarah). Grandchildren: Ashleigh, Timothy, Emma,...

Aug 4, 2026

Joe Phillip Watkins passed away on August 4, 2026 at age 91. He was born February 28, 1935 in Dallas to Adam Dearmore (A.D.) and Marjorie Iola (Smith) Watkins.  As a small child, his family moved to Hot Springs where he attended grade school and was a graduate of Lakeside High School.  He was a multi-sport athlete and excelled...

Jul 30, 2026

Karen Steed, age 62, of Prescott, Arkansas, met her "very, very, very best friend Jesus" on July 30, 2026. She was born on July 20 th ,1964 in Syracuse, New York to Elizabeth A. Burnham (Crossfield) and the late Marion "Woody" Hayden Woodring.

Due to her daddy's military background, Karen's family lived in many places. One of...

Jul 29, 2026

Edward Gene Woods, Sr. affectionately known as Ed, "Woodchuck," and "Weedges," passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 76 while camping with his beloved family at Swaha-doing what he loved most.

Ed was born on February 12, 1950, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Winona Mary Billingsly and Clarence Jake Woods, Sr. He was also...

Jul 29, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we announce the passing of Rebecca L. Danner Santiago, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Rebecca, known affectionately as Becky, peacefully left this world at her home July 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 74 years old.

Born on...

Jul 27, 2026

Julie Barber Cochran, 72, of Maineville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on July 27, 2026, after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Julie was born on October 12, 1953, in Hope, Arkansas, to the late Thomas J. Barber and Lovena D. Barber. She graduated from Hope High School in 1971 before earning her bachelor's degree...

Jul 24, 2026

Peggy Beth Comer, age 70, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on Friday July 24th, 2026 at her home.

Peggy was born on July 12, 1956 in Hope, Arkansas to her parents, Fred and Patricia Fuller as the third of four daughters born to Mr. and Mrs. Fuller.

A graduate of Henderson State University, Peggy was...

Jul 23, 2026

Joan Stockton, age 91, of Hope, Arkansas formerly of Prescott, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

Mrs. Stockton was born on November 18, 1934, in Prescott, Arkansas to her parents, Walker and Fannie Schooley Chambless. She was a member of the Prescott Church of Christ.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband...

Jul 22, 2026

David Crews, age 75, of Prescott, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at home surrounded by family.

Mr. Crews was born on August 21, 1950, in Murfreesboro, Arkansas to his parents, Jesse and Ella Rousseau Crews. David ran the Tire and Wrecker Service in Prescott, as well as serving as a Nevada County Deputy. He...

Jul 20, 2026

William Rex Hildebrand, age 90, of Prescott, Arkansas passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026.

Mr. Hildebrand was born in his family home on February 12, 1936, in Bluff City, Arkansas, to his parents, Clyde and Doris Gillespie Hildebrand. He was a lifelong farmer and loved gardening. His family was his greatest joy; he loved them more...