Deborah Kay Bowden
Jun 5, 2025
Deborah Kay Bowden, age 72, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away June 5, 2025 in Texarkana, Texas.
She was born October 1,1952, in Hope, Arkansas to Hale M. Bowden and Bernice Baker Bowden.
She was a dedicated member of Unity Baptist Church of Hope.
Deborah loved watching western movies and reading western books.
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John Fredrick Banks
Jun 4, 2025
John Fredrick Banks, known as "Johnny," departed this life and entered into eternal rest on June 4, 2025, at the age of 52. A native of Hope, Arkansas, Johnny was born on August 21, 1972, to Wayne and Brenda Banks.
A devoted member of Union Baptist Church, Johnny lived a humble and simple...
Jerry Lee Carlton
Jun 1, 2025
Jerry Lee Carlton, aged 81, of Hope, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 1, 2025. Born on February 26, 1944, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Charles Raymond and Freida Carlton, Jerry lived a life marked by service and dedication. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran, a testament to his...
Connie Renae Murry
May 31, 2025
Connie Renae Murry, aged 63, of Emmet, Arkansas, passed away on May 31, 2025, in Texarkana, Texas, at Hospice of Texarkana. Originally from Chelsea, Oklahoma, Connie became a cherished resident of Emmet, Arkansas, in August 2014. Connie was born June 4, 1961, to Jessie Daryl McClure and Sharon Hazelwood.
She was preceded in...
Mary Valjean Echols
May 31, 2025
Mary Valjean Slatton Echols, age 85, of Delight, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life, leaving behind a legacy of education, strength, and devotion to her family and faith.
Valjean was born on February 25, 1940, in Delight, Arkansas, to Jack Slatton and Hazel Parks Slatton. She married the love of her life, William...
Tony Patterson
May 28, 2025
Anthony Charles "Tony" Patterson, 47, of Hope, Arkansas, passed from this life into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 28, 2025. A devoted husband, father, brother, and friend, Tony's life was a vibrant reflection of love, generosity, and joyful living.
Born on July 19, 1977, Tony brought light and...
Barbara Inscore Brown
May 27, 2025
Barbara Inscore Brown, age 74, from Prescott, Arkansas went to be with her heavenly father on May 27, 2025 at the Springs of Hillcrest in Prescott, Arkansas after a battle with Alzheimer's disease. Barbara was born on February 9, 1951 in Hart, Texas and was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She spent many years working...
Helen Fay Friend
May 27, 2025
Helen Fay Friend, born on April 11, 1948, went to be with the Lord on May 27, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father, Clayton Friend, Sr.
Helen is survived by her loving family, including her mother, Virginia Friend of Dierks, AR; her son, Rusty Chism (Tisha)...
Doris Evans Adams
May 27, 2025
Doris Evans Adams, aged 61, of Washington, Arkansas, passed away on May 27, 2025. Born on March 25, 1964, in Hope, Arkansas, she was the beloved daughter of the late Leo Edwin Jr and Ruth Marie Evans.
Doris was a dedicated Baptist and a former branch manager and loan officer at Red River...
Vickie Hines
May 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Vickie Bobo Hines, who departed this life on May 25, 2025 at the age of 64.
Vickie was a woman of deep faith, fierce love, and boundless generosity. Whether she was cooking a homemade meal for her...
William Trosie Formby
May 25, 2025
William Trosie Formby, age 87 of Boughton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on May 25, 2025. He was born in the Boughton community of Nevada County on July 4, 1937, to his parents Trosie William Formby and Lille Ruth Cottingham Formby.
He was a true American farmer. William was educated in...
Mary Cathryn Saunders
May 21, 2025
Mary Cathryn Saunders (Rogers), "Maw Maw", aged 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Hope. Born on December 20, 1930, to Raph and Mary Barbaree Rogers of Hope (Shover), Mary lived a life full of love and creativity. In 1946-47, she married Earl Ray Saunders, and together they raised four children. Mary was a...
Mary Alline Rayborn
May 20, 2025
Mary Alline Sanders Rayborn, age 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Born on February 24, 1953, in Hope, AR, to John Paul and Louise Jones, Mary cherished spending time with her family.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Denzil R. Rayborn; Father, James Sanders; her brother,...
William Pascal Simpson
May 17, 2025
William Pascal Simpson, known as Bill, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Texarkana, Texas, at the age of 66. Born on January 8, 1959, in Victorville, California, to Donald Venoy and Shirley Simpson, William was a beloved brother, uncle, and friend.
William was a man of many passions. He loved to...
Kryste Meschell Powell
May 16, 2025
Kryste Meschell Powell, beloved mother, Gammy, daughter, and friend, transitioned to her heavenly home on May 16, 2025. Born on September 6, 1972, to James and Shirley Creech, Kryste lived a life full of love, imagination, and heartfelt creativity.
She was a devoted mother to her two children, Karsyn and Kobey Powell, and...
Bobbie Rea Garrett Powell
May 16, 2025
Bobbie Rea Garrett Powell, age 86, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on January 10, 1939, to the late Eunice and R.E. Garrett, Bobbie Rea was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, teacher, and friend. She was preceded in death...
Cheryl Denise Whatley
May 11, 2025
Cheryl Whatley, 61, of Hope, Ar. passed away May 11, 2025, in Hope.
Cheryl was born on August 30, 1963, in Pike County Arkansas to LC and Claris Stone Nolen. She worked 20+ years for Meyers Bakery in Hope and was a homemaker. She loved her neighbors, caring for each one, checking on them daily. She enjoyed...
Bobby Lambert
May 10, 2025
Bobby Lambert, age 60 of Emmet, Arkansas, passed away Saturday May 10, 2025, at his home. Bobby was born on August 13, 1964, in Baton Rouge Louisiana to Robert Ellis and Mary Jane Davis Lambert. He was a self-employed welder, cattle rancher and member of New Liberty Missionary Baptist Church.
Bobby was a loving devoted husband, father...
Virda Marie Mccain
May 6, 2025
Virda Marie Plyler McCain, age 103, of Bluff City, AR, passed away on May 6th, 2025, at Hillcrest Nursing home.
Virda McCain was born August 19th, 1921, in Bluff City, AR, the daughter of Tom and Ibra House Plyler.
Everyone who knew her found her to be a strong...
Loyce Jones
May 3, 2025
Ms. Loyce Jones, age 66, of Rosston, AR, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Rosston, AR. Born on February 16, 1959, to Walter Lee and Nora Nichols, Loyce dedicated her life to caring for others as a home health nurse before her retirement. She was a cherished member of the Union Baptist Church in Bodcaw....
