OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
Michael Allen Jones
Oct 7, 2024
Michael Allen Jones was born on January 30, 1964, in Arkadelphia, AR to the union of Gale Jones and Louise Macon Jones. He was a 1982 graduate of Arkadelphia High School and a very smart and talented student.
Mike had a special gift! As a child, he never brought home any books or homework, and made “Straight A’s” all through school!...
Jeanne Butler
Oct 5, 2024
Jeanne Smith Butler was born on November 15, 1966, in Arkadelphia. She was the daughter of Alberta Smith; when her mother married Claude Beard, Sr., she stole his heart. He loved and raised her as his own. A natural-born leader, “Gina” was the glue that held everything together. She made sure that everyone was accountable and knew their role. She...
Hosie James Hale
Oct 2, 2024
Hosie James Hale was born on January 10, 1937, in Okolona, Arkansas to Clyde “Bud” Wiley and Sally Maud Hale. Hosie accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age and was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Okolona, where he also served as a deacon.
Hosie was a proud graduate of the historical Simmons High School...
Bennie Pollins
Sep 27, 2024
Mr. Bennie Lee Pollins was born on July 11, 1941 to US and Verdie Mae Pollins. He was the second of their four sons. He departed this life on September 27, 2024.
Bennie attended school in Okolona, Arkansas and graduated from Simmons High School in 1961. From a young age he worked on the farm taking care of cows. In 1962...
Dorothy J. Mitchell
Sep 22, 2024
Dorothy Jean Perkins Mitchell the beautiful soul we all lovingly knew as “Dot” unexpectedly passed from this life on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Her passing reminds us that life is uncertain, but death is sure.
Dot was born in Camden, Arkansas on May 5, 1956. She was the daughter of Mildren Malone and John Morris Neal.
Shortly after her birth, she was...
Robert Lawrence Wilson, Esq.
Sep 21, 2024
On being born, Robert told the story as a time when his mother had hoped she would give birth before her mother, a beloved midwife, arrived. He laughed when he told it, and there is no doubt that his sense of humor was solidified on the first day that God planted him in the world. He joined two older siblings,...
Katherine Reed
Sep 16, 2024
Katherine Luvenia Reed, 53, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas transitioned to be with our Heavenly Father on Monday, September 16, 2024. She was born September 8, 1973, in Frankfort, Kentucky to Mac Arthur Lee Reed and Bobbie Ruby Reed. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents.
Kathy graduated from Lakeside High School, Class of 1989, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She took classes...
Joe E. Griffith
Sep 11, 2024
Colonel Joe Ed Griffith peacefully transitioned on September 11, 2024, in Concord, CA. Joe was born the youngest child of Richard and Roberta (Tate) Griffith, in Arkadelphia, AR, on December 17, 1942, just after his fraternal twin brother, Will E. Griffith. Joe was the quiet joy of his brothers and sisters. Colonel Griffith was a proud and decorated military man...
Snower Deloach
Sep 10, 2024
Snower Deloach, a cherished member of the community in Arkadelphia was born on January 10, 1962, Snower was a beloved daughter of Willie Marie Deloach and a dear sister to Vanessa, Renetta, and Beverlyn.
She was accepted Christ at a tender age and was a member of Piney Grove AME Church. Snower was a 1980 graduate of Arkadelphia High School and...
Thomas "TJ" Ollison
Sep 10, 2024
Thomas James Ollison was the seventh child born to Tennie Dawn Ollison and Henry W. Ollison, Sr., in Fordyce, Arkansas on August 22, 1956. He was raised in Pine Grove, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church.
T.J. was a graduate of Sparkman High School. He united in Holy matrimony to Ivory...
Michael L. Rideout
Sep 9, 2024
Michael Rideout, affectionately known as "Mickey Da' Great”, journeyed from this world on September 9, 2024. He was born on May 1, 1978, in Camden, Arkansas to Eddie Starks and Patricia Rideout.
Baptized in his youth at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Bearden, Michael found love and community within its walls. His big personality and infectious laughter made him the...
Jerry Taylor
Sep 7, 2024
Brother Jerry Taylor was born on December 25, 1948, in Cameta, Mississippi, Elizabeth Nelson and John T. Taylor welcomed Jerry to the family. He attended school in Anguilla, Mississippi.
Jerry was quiet, mild-mannered, and enjoyed life to it’s fullest. He was known to “give the shirt off his back” and a “protector” of his brothers and sisters. Jerry turned his life...
Dorothy DeLamar
Sep 6, 2024
Dorothy Jean Wingfield, the daughter of the late George and Earnestine Beavers Wingfield was born March 10, 1938, in Clark County. She confessed her faith in Christ at a tender age where she united with Holly Grove Baptist Church in Okolona. She was a graduate of Simmons High School in Okolona and married her high school sweetheart Johnny Clay Nelson...
Rhonda Renea Newborn
Sep 5, 2024
Our hearts are broken as we all acknowledge the transition of our beloved, Rhonda Renea Newborn, the baby of our family, who was born August 12, 1967 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the parentage of L. C. and Roberta Beard Newborn. Her bright light and big heart left us too soon, but we will forever remember her caring heart, love for...
Jeremiah Cebastian Maglero
Sep 5, 2024
On September 5, 2024, the world lost a bright light with the passing of Jeremiah Cebastian Maglero, a beloved son, brother, father, project manager, athlete, and friend. Born on July 14, 1990, in Hot Springs, AR, Jeremiah lived his 34 years with passion, purpose, and a deep love for those around him. His passing in Bedford, TX leaves a profound...
Althea Elaine Mitchell
Sep 4, 2024
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Althea Elaine Mitchell, a beloved wife, devoted mother, passionate sports fan, and dedicated member of her community. “Elaine” as she was known to many was born on February 10, 1963, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to be a bright light that would shine for many years to come. Unexpectedly, she...
Glenn Edward Johnson
Sep 3, 2024
Glenn Edward Johnson, a dedicated father and respected member of the law enforcement community, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs. He was born on November 11, 1968, in Hampton, Arkansas.
He was a 1987 graduate of Hampton High School where he excelled as a student and athlete. He was by far one...
Richard Lockhart
Sep 1, 2024
Richard Earl Lockhart was born on July 10, 1973, in Camden, Arkansas. Richard, a lifelong Camden resident who attended Camden High School and graduated in 1991. He was a hardworking individual who contributed to various local establishments, including Max’s, Mad Butcher and Atwoods, where he worked as a stocker and cashier.
Richard was a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan, his loyalty to...
Joletha C. Lanford
Aug 29, 2024
Joletha C. Lanford was born on June 13, 1987, in Camden, Arkansas to Carolyn Strickland and Joe Landford. She dedicated her life to Christ at an early age at New Haven Baptist Church. Joletha was very intelligent and loved spending time with family. She enjoyed watching movies and listening to music. Joletha was the goofy sister and would always crack...
Audrey Jean Thompson
Aug 23, 2024
Audrey Jean Thompson, a cherished soul who radiated joy and kindness to all who crossed her path, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in her hometown of Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on October 9, 1961, Audrey's vibrant spirit touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her. She was a 1981 graduate...
