Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries

May 24, 2026

On the first day January, 1940, a precious jewel was born into the world. Juanita Hickman Carter was born to Robert Ramey, Sr and Piedy Howard Ramey, beginning a life that would become a shining example of love.

Juanita was lovingly raised by family member, Wanda Hickman, who poured into her a wealth of love, wisdom, and affection. Wanda taught her...

May 20, 2026

Charlie Lee "Sonny" Smith, affectionately known throughout the community as a “friend’s friend,” departed this earthly life on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at his home in Okolona, Arkansas, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, children, sisters, and grandchildren. He was 67 years old.

Born on July 11, 1958, in Okolona, Arkansas, Charlie was the beloved son of Ellis Smith...

May 17, 2026

Carlton Ulysee Owens, affectionately known as “Bruh” by his family and friends, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Monticello, Arkansas, at the age of 88.

Carlton was born on January 11, 1938, in Manning Arkansas. “Bruh” was the 2nd of 8 children born to the union of MaeGirtha Dailey Owens and Gee...

May 9, 2026

Charles (Chuck) Edward Goldsby was the tall child born to J.C. Goldsby and Helen Mae (Brown) Goldsby on February 5, 1938, in Gurdon, Arkansas. He was the eldest of 5 children.

Charles attended Bell High School in Gurdon, and graduated. He excelled as a student and in basketball. He and his brother Robert earned a good reputation as baseball players with...

May 4, 2026

Betty Lou Young, affectionately known to many as Edith, was born on February 9, 1951, in Prescott to Leonard Hayes and Irene Young. On Monday, May 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at Baptist Health Medical Center, Betty peacefully transitioned from this earthly life into eternal rest.

Betty Lou was an outgoing and spirited woman who accepted Christ...

Apr 28, 2026

"Keys of Grace: a Life in Melody"

Pamala Hall Harris was born on October 13, 1949, to the parentage of Garland and Maxie Harrison Hall in Sparkman, Arkansas. She was the younger of two children.

Pamala accepted Christ at a young age and began to use her God-given talent as a member of the youth department. She began playing for Sunday School...

Apr 27, 2026

J.N. Stephens, who lived a full and blessed life of 90 years, passed away on April 27, 2026, at Twin Rivers. He was born on July 4, 1935, in Kansas, Arkansas, to the late Samuel Stephens and Hester Dickens Stephens.

He attended Bell High School in Gurdon Arkansas. He accepted Christ at an early age at the Providence A.M.E. Church where...

Apr 15, 2026

The beautiful and sweet soul of Ieisha Marie Washington departed from this life on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at her home in Gurdon, Arkansas. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Williams Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

A celebration of her life will be shared...

Apr 3, 2026

Bro. Gary Torrence was born June 11, 1961. He departed his life on April 3, 2026, in Olympia, Washington. He accepted Christ at an early age with the New Jerusalem Baptist Church.

He moved to Seattle Washington after graduating high school and serving in the United States Army Reserve. He met the love of his life Deloris Trevino, who he married...

Mar 28, 2026

 

After 35 beautiful seasons of life, Bridgette Le’Shun Porchia passed on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Her life left a lasting impression on all who knew and loved her.

Bridgette was born on October 14, 1990, and raised in Camden, Arkansas to the union of Gregory Porchia and Patrice Beavers Porchia. She was a lively and energetic spirit. Coming from a large...

Mar 26, 2026

Vivian Graham was born to the late Deacon Claudis Graham and Lodie Mae Graham of Camden, Arkansas on August 24, 1942. She departed this earthly life on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Having accepted Christ as her persoanl Savior at an early age, Vivian went on to graduate from Union Grove High School. She later relocated to Rockford, Illinois, where she dedicated...

Mar 22, 2026

Mar 21, 2026

Odell Hopson, Jr., affectionately known as “Spaceman,” passed from this life on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He was 48 years old.

Born on July 14, 1977, in Camden, Arkansas, to Odell Hopson, Sr. and Betty Hopson, Odell’s life was marked by a distinctive blend of grounded community presence and expansive intellectual curiosity....

Mar 19, 2026

Lorraine

Lorraine Bowie was born on March 30, 1966, in Smackover Arkansas. To Clara M. Bowie and Earnest Bowie. Lorraine took her rest on March 19, 2026.

Lorraine is a 1984 graduate of Gurdon High School. Upon graduating, Lorraine furthered her education at Little Rock Job Corps. Where she earned a degree in business and early childhood development in childcare.

Lorraine later started...

Mar 15, 2026

Thurman Lea was born on April 15, 1959, to the late Lucille and Ferman Lea in the Lea Ridge community, at the Country Kitchen. Affectionately known as "Motor," Thurman spent his early childhood in the Lea Ridge community, where he was first introduced to and accepted Christ. He dedicated his life to his roots at Lea’s Ridge Baptist Church, where...

Mar 10, 2026

Mr. Percy Albert Walker was born on August 14, 1947, in Warren, Arkansas, to the late Reverend Robert Ozell Walker and Dora Dean Walker.

At an early age, Percy accepted Christ as his personal Savior and joined Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, now known as New Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Rev. J. G. Russ. He remained...

Mar 9, 2026

Dorothy Renee Ivory was born in Gary, Indiana on August 7, 1968, to Albert Ace and Willie Bell. She grew up in Gurdon where she attended school and graduated from Gurdon High School in 1986.

She was affectionately known as “Dusty” by her family and close friends. She made friends easily and was well known in the Gurdon Community. She was...

Feb 23, 2026

Howard Dailey, Jr. was born on March 8, 1960, to the parentage of Howard Dailey, Sr. and Bobbie Jean Matlock Dailey.

In his youth, Howard joined Old Mt. Zion AME Church, where he was baptized at the Ben Few Campground. While at Mt. Zion, he sang in the youth choir, served as an usher, and participated in Sunday School ministry.

Later in...

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...