Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries

Feb 11, 2026

William Blake Hendrix was a cherished friend to many and a man who lived life with quiet purpose and genuine heart. He was born on January 7, 1967, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to the union of Lee Guster Hendrix and Mabel Josephine Ivory Hendrix.

William grew up in Arkadelphia, where he distinguished himself as an outstanding student. He was a proud graduate...

Feb 10, 2026

 “A-Train” 

Adrain LeVelle Newborn “A-Train” was born on December 16, 1979, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to Quincy Newborn and LaFrances Newborn (Tate). He was raised in the Mill Creek community just outside of Arkadelphia, where he developed the values of hard work, loyalty, compassion, and love for family that guided him throughout his life.

Adrain received his education in the Arkadelphia School District...

Feb 10, 2026

Sis. Glory Dean Hardy was born March 16, 1952 in Camden, Arkansas, to the late Roosevelt Furlow, Sr., and Catherine Furlow. She departed this life February 10, 2026 in her home.

She accepted Christ at an early age and united with the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. She later joined the Whitest Chapel Baptist Church where she served faithfully and was...

Feb 6, 2026

Timothy Tyrone Carroll was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend whose life left an indelible mark on the city of Camden, Arkansas. Timothy passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

He was born on December 21, 1964, in Camden, Arkansas, to the union of Tollie Carroll, Sr. and Earnestine Scott Carroll. Timothy...

Feb 3, 2026

Feb 3, 2026

Josefina Vega, 62, of Huimilpan Queretaro, Mexico died on February 3, 2026. Josefina, the wife of loving husband Domingo Olvera passed away in her home on February 3, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She is the lovely mother of Sergio, Hector, Yolanda (lives in Mexico), Reina (lives in Mexico), Domingo, Alma Rosa (lives in Mexico), Fabiola, Adan and...

Feb 2, 2026

Reverend James Richard Langley was born on January 29, 1954, in Camden, Arkansas, to the late Isaac Langley, Sr. and Mary (King) Langley. From the very beginning, his life was marked by quiet strength and an unwavering commitment to faith, family, and service.

James came of age during a pivotal time in history. In 1972, he graduated from Camden High School...

Jan 28, 2026

A radiant and unforgettable soul Franceane Genaye Scott was a woman who truly never met a stranger. Known for her warm spirit, infectious conversation, and genuine love for people, she found joy in connection. Whether on the telephone for hours catching up with family and friends, reminiscing about cherished memories, or dreaming aloud about better days ahead, she made everyone...

Jan 27, 2026

Pastor Kerry L. Newburn was born in 1952 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He confessed his calling into the ministry in 1975 at First Baptist Church in Malvern, Arkansas. From that moment forward, he committed his life to the service of God and His people.

Pastor Newburn proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War....

Jan 23, 2026

John Abram Nolen, Jr., commonly known as “Nino”, was born on November 8, 1977, at Nevada County Hospital in Prescott, Arkansas, to John Abram Nolen Sr. and Phena Isabella Harrington.

He was a lifelong member of Ward Chapel AME Church. Nino graduated from Prescott High School in 1996 and was one of the most popular guys who walked the halls of...

Jan 22, 2026

Jan 19, 2026

In the early dawn on Monday January 19, 2026, with heavy hearts we said goodbye to our beloved brother Herbert, Jr. Like a gentle San Francisco Bay breeze, he touched our lives in numerous ways for so many wonderful years, and then quietly moved on to his next journey to serve in eternity with his heavenly father.

Herbert was the son...

Jan 17, 2026

Ms. Levester Warren Blakely, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana, Texas. She was born on June 25, 1942, by a midwife in Rosston, Arkansas, to Bernice Warren and Stella Mae Martin Warren.

Ms. Levester was known for her impeccable style and took great pride in her appearance,...

Jan 14, 2026

Harold Thomas Jones affectionately known as “Buckwheat,” passed on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. He was born on September 27, 1954, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to Tommy Jones and Genoa Summerville Jones. He was a gentle giant and a charismatic presence in every room.

He graduated from Sparkman High School in 1972, excelling in both baseball and football. A proud veteran, Harold enlisted...

Jan 12, 2026

Jennifer A. Lambert, 59, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2026, in Malvern, Arkansas.

Jennifer was born on January 9, 1967, to Walter “Teddy Boy” and Opal Watkins Lambert in Camden, Arkansas. She was a 1985 graduate of Bearden High School. Jennifer worked as a security guard for Allied Universal for  6 years and later for Securitas for...

Jan 10, 2026

Nannie Virginia (Wheeler) Hudson was born on November 3, 1934, in Gum Springs, Arkansas, to Abraham and Nannie Bell Wheeler. She was their firstborn and was raised in the close-knit communities of Gum Springs and Arkadelphia, where she developed the values of faith, education, and service that would guide her throughout her life.After graduating from Peake High School in Arkadelphia,...

Jan 8, 2026

Donnie Ray Marshall, 64, of Fordyce, Arkansas, passed away on January 8, 2026.

Donnie was born on July 13, 1961, to the late Jerald Marshall and the late Virginia Marshall. He was a fun-loving man, full of life and always joking, with a kind heart and a willingness to help anyone in need. 

Donnie had a deep love for music and especially...

Jan 6, 2026

Larry Bailey was born September 6, 1949 to the late Robert and Annie L. Sanders of Arkadelphia, AR. He was the eldest of six children. Larry transitioned from this life at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Hospice Unit in Baltimore, MD. Larry will forever be remembered for his warm and generous heart and his deep love for his family and...

Jan 6, 2026

A life well lived, rooted in faith, family, and hard work, came to a peaceful close after 94 years on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, when he passed away at Baptist Health Medical Center in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, surrounded by the love of his family.

Henry Albert Helms, Sr. was born by a mid-wife in the close-knit Spring Hill community on the outskirts...

Jan 4, 2026

Alice Faye Wilson was born on January 25, 1944, in Phoenix, Arizona to the union of Robert Brown and Gennie V. Beasley Cunningham. From the moment she entered this world, Alice carried a spirit of generosity, strength, and love that would leave a lasting imprint on all who knew her. She became nothing short of a legend in the city...