OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
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...
Virginia Ann Charles
Aug 22, 2024
“To God Be the Glory, Great Things He Has Done!”
Virginia Ann Charles was born December 15, 1952 to the union of Henry C. and Virginia Mae Giles in Gurdon, AR. She was the second born of what eventually became a big family of nine. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of the choir at Eastern...
Madelyn Denise Self
Aug 17, 2024
Madelyn Denise Self, affectionately known by her family as "Mim", was born on June 25, 2000, in Dallas, Texas. She passed away on August 17, 2024, at Christus St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana, TX. Madelyn was a devoted Homemaker, and a Discord Group Organizer, known for her creativity and leadership skills.
A 2018 graduate of Gurdon High School, she was active...
Janice Violet McCoy
Aug 16, 2024
Janice Violet White McCoy was born in Eldorado, Arkansas to the late J.W. White and the late Mildred Henderson White on April 3, 1952. She was the oldest of three children. Her early years were spent learning and working in her family’s many entrepreneurial endeavors; her mother owned a beauty salon and “ran numbers” for her Victory Cab Company business,...
Steven Lamar Reed
Aug 15, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Lamar Reed, a cherished son, brother, father, and friend. Born on January 22, 1978, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Steven embraced life with a vibrant spirit and a deep love for the outdoors.
He was a 1997 graduate of Arkadelphia High and a talented athlete. He excelled in both football and...
Christine Deneen Burns-Revels
Aug 9, 2024
Christine Deneen Burns-Revels, born January 8, 1973, a resident of Vancouver, WA died at her home unexpectantly on August 9, 2024, at the age of 51.
She leaves behind her husband, Vince Revels; two sons, Malcolm Bailey, Joseph Charles Newborn; two grandchildren, Maddon Bailey and Margaret Christine Newborn. She also leaves behind two sisters Ty Stacey and Monisha Ramey, her grandmother,...
Larry Donnell White
Aug 8, 2024
Larry Donnell White was born on October 30, 1970, in Malvern, Arkansas to Henry Lee Yarbrough, Sr and Angeline White Kelly. Born into a large family, his love was shared among all his brothers and sisters. He accepted Christ at a tender age and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Malvern.
Larry was a 1989 graduate of Malvern...
