OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
Princess Strickland Mitchell
Jun 28, 2025
Mrs. Princess E. Strickland Mitchell was born August 30, 1938, to the late Freeman Strickland and Georgia Ann Todd Strickland in Camden, Arkansas. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church until her health failed.
Princess was a 1956 graduate of Lincoln High School where she excelled as a student. She worked...
Carmen L. Forte Irby
Jun 24, 2025
Carmen Letricia Forte Irby, longtime nurse and educator of Arkadelphia passed into the Lord’s embrace on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was born on April 29, 1967, in St. Louis, MO to Carrol Dean Forte and Estella Forte. Her father, Carrol Forte, her grandparents, Charlie Forte, Eardie Bell Forte, Roosevelt Howard and Gracie Howard proceed her...
Mae Zell Ashley
Jun 19, 2025
Mrs. Mae Zell (Dismute) Ashley was born on February 12, 1954, in Harrell, Arkansas, as the ninth child of the late Johnny and Rena Dismute. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of First Baptist Church in Harrell, where she remained a devoted and faithful member throughout her life.
Mae attended Calhoun County Primary School in Thornton,...
Shanna Marks
Jun 10, 2025
Shanna Latrice Marks, who left this world on June 10, 2025, at the age of 54. She was born on September 10, 1970, in Gurdon, Arkansas to the union of Oscar and Damita Jo McClelland Marks. Shanna was a vibrant spirit whose life truly reflected her belief in living fearlessly and embracing every moment.
Shanna accepted Christ at an early age...
Antonio J. Simuel
Jun 8, 2025
Antonio Jermaine Simuel known to family and friends as Gte RealLyfe passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the age of 36, just shy of his 37th birthday. Though his time with us was far too short, he filled every moment with passion, laughter, and a relentless drive to turn his dreams into reality.
Born on June 24, 1988,...
Jerry Smith
Jun 6, 2025
Jerry Smith was born May 8, 1959, to Verna Smith Sewell and Glen Conway. He passed from this life Friday, June 6, 2025, at the The Springs of Magnolia. He accepted Christ at an early age. He lived a full love filled life. Jerry was loved by many.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Shara Henderson and his father,...
Christopher D. Buckley
May 24, 2025
Christopher Dewyane Buckley was born on October 25, 1981 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Earnest E. Buckley and Annie E. Anderson Buckley.
Chris attended Malvern High School where he played football and attended the Church of Christ. He was a family oriented man who enjoyed spending time with his family. He enjoyed fishing and all types of music.
He passed from this...
Callie Hughey
May 19, 2025
Callie Mae Porchia-Hughey
Sunrise: July 13, 1962 – Sunset: May 19, 2025
"Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, she is loved beyond words and missed beyond measure."
Callie Mae Porchia-Hughey was born on July 13, 1962, in Stephens, Arkansas, to the late Gennie Mae Porchia and Bobby Gene Porchia. She peacefully departed this life on May 19, 2025, at UAMS...
DeShannon Dixon
May 14, 2025
DeShannon Sharay Dixon, the guy who we loved and nicknamed “Big Head” departed this world on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, one day after his 49th birthday. He was born on Thursday, May 13, 1976, in Prescott, Arkansas, to Janet Dixon Johnson and Billy Ray Johnson. He accepted Christ at a tender age and was a lifelong member of Harrison Chapel...
Steven McClure
May 3, 2025
Steven Erester McClure was born on March 1, 1970, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to Phenoid McClure and Bennie House Wells. Steven spent his childhood between Curtis and Lansing. He had the benefit of living north in the city with the hustle and bustle and down south, where things were steady and slow.
He was a part of the McClure family of Curtis,...
Geneva Whitaker
Apr 30, 2025
Geneva Whitaker, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 30, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family, was born on November 14, 1938, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. She was the oldest daughter of JC and Clarice Hunter Jones. Geneva embodied strength, warmth, and an unwavering love for her family throughout her 86 remarkable years.
Her faith was the cornerstone of her...
Oliver Lizana
Apr 29, 2025
In accordance with his wishes, he was cremated, and there will not be any services held.
Donald J. Patton, Jr.
Apr 28, 2025
Donald Jay Patton Jr., a beloved son, father, friend, and community member, departed this life on April 28, 2025, at the age of 40. He was born on February 20, 1985, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Donald J. Sr. and Vearnita Suarrette Patton.
Donald was a proud graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, Class of 2003, and a member of Mt. Olive...
Ray A. Butler
Apr 27, 2025
Our world is much richer because we were blessed to have Ray Alfred Butler in our lives. This “Man for All Seasons” began his earthly sojourn through life on Sunday, October 27, 1957, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and completed his journey on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas, with his daughter at his bedside....
Bertha Sorrells
Apr 19, 2025
With heavy hearts yet joyful spirits, we celebrate the extraordinary life of Bertha Mae Sorrells. She was born on June 30, 1955, in Bluff City, Arkansas at Nevada County Hospital to the union of Finis and Macy Ella Sims Haynie. She peacefully departed this world on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana, Texas.
Raised in Bluff City,...
Allene Middleton
Apr 19, 2025
Allene Middleton
September 10, 1946 - April 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Allene Middleton, affectionately known as "Doll," who departed this life peacefully in her sleep on April 19, 2025, at the age of 78. Allene was born on September 10, 1946, and she graced the lives of those around her with her gentle spirit, warm smile,...
Rev. Ronald Majors
Apr 12, 2025
Rev. Ron Majors
Sunrise: December 30, 1946 -Sunset: April 12, 2025
The journey of life for Ronald Eugene Majors began on December 30, 1946, in Long Beach, California. He was the 3rd child of 6 children born to Alexander Majors and Alberta Lucille McGhee Majors.
Ronald was a 1965 graduate of Long Beach Polytechnic High School where he played both baseball and basketball....
Ora M. Smith
Apr 11, 2025
Mother Ora M. Rivers Smith
June 24, 1935-April 11, 2025
Mother Ora M. Smith, a cherished member of our community, entered eternal rest on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on June 24, 1935, in Clarksdale, Arkansas to the union of Charlie and Mary Rivers. She accepted Christ at a tender age.
She moved to Arkadelphia while...
Harvey L. Thomas
Apr 8, 2025
Harvey Lee Thomas, a cherished son, brother, father, and friend was born on October 15, 1966, in Delight, Arkansas, to Jack Thomas and Rosetta Richardson. Harvey embraced life with a vibrant spirit and a deep love for the outdoors.
He was a 1985 graduate of Delight High School and attended Henderson State University. Harvey valued his connections with friends and family...
Evelyn D. Davis
Apr 8, 2025
Evelyn Deloris Davis was born in San Diego, California on August 13, 1945. She was the 6th child of eleven children born to Gladie Davis and Hattie Mae Jones Davis.
At an early age she was baptized and became a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. There she served as Senior Usher. She was a 1963 graduate of San Diego High...
