OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
Charlie James Smith
Jan 13, 2023
Charlie James Smith was born on February 22, 1969, in Camden, Arkansas to the union of Peggy “Pinkie” Jean Smith and Charlie Smith. Charlie was affectionately known as “Jaime” or “Hollywood” by all who knew and loved him. He grew up at 646 Lincoln Center with his grandparents, Jake and Mary Lee Whitney, two brothers, and a sister.
Charlie is...
Mary Lee McDaniel
Jan 12, 2023
The Legacy of Mary Lee McDaniel
This is a glimpse into the life of a dedicated and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, Godmother, friend and most importantly a child of God. We shall not mourn her passing but rejoice for a life well lived. A life filled with love, joy, happiness and empathy for her fellow man.
A...
Marva Dean Weaver
Jan 7, 2023
We can never lose what we have once enjoyed; all that we deeply love becomes part of us, such as the beautiful memories we all share of Marva Dean Bell Williams-Weaver. Marva transitioned peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2023. Her nurturing, giving spirit spanned her 84 years of life and had a lasting effect on everyone who came in contact...
Shanette Campbell
Jan 2, 2023
The life of Shanette L. Campbell came to a close on Monday, January 2, 2023 with her family by her side. She fought a valiant fight with cancer since 2011. Shanette was born to the union of Billy Sr., and Margaret Ann Campbell on March 21, 1979 in Gurdon, Arkansas.
She accepted Christ as a little girl and was a...
Barkley V. Lambert
Jan 1, 2023
Barkley V. Lambert was born on April 19, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois to William “Big Bill” and Lucille Stevenson Lambert. Barkley accepted Jesus Christ, as his Lord and Savior at an early age.
Barkley was a 1972 graduate of West High School in Rockford, Illinois. He made history as being the first African American Firefighter in Rockford, Illinois. He served...
Charles William Beard, Jr.
Dec 31, 2022
Family and friends are invited to share Memories and Milestones at the public visitation for Charles W. Beard, Jr., from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church, 410 Bell Ave., Gurdon, Arkansas. Private memorial services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023 at Williams Funeral Home in Arkadelphia with...
Quartez T. Burton
Dec 30, 2022
The life of Quartez T. Burton nicknamed “DADA” came to a close on Friday, December 30, 2022. He was born September 23, 1998, to Veronica Yvette Crow and Winfred Burton in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
He accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He attended Gurdon High School and never ran from a...
Shirley Jernigan
Dec 30, 2022
We solemnly announce the passing of Shirley Jean Jernigan, age 66, of Arkadelphia, AR on December 30, 2022.
Shirley was born to parents, John Strickland and Shirley Burns of Warren, AR, on March 12, 1956. Upon completion of high school, Shirley went on to pursue a career in Human Services and retired as a Residential Supervisor from the Arkadelphia Human...
Wanda Crow
Dec 28, 2022
Wanda Crow was a beloved grandmother, compassionate mother, caring wife, devoted daughter, dutiful sister, and faithful friend. And for countless others in and outside of Gurdon, Arkansas — Wanda’s home from the day she greeted the world October 23, 1935 — she was a source of unconditional love. And her love was felt with every home-cooked meal, heartwarming hug, joyful...
Mary Davis
Dec 26, 2022
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, ah yes, these things I too will miss.
The sweet life of Mary Louise Simpson Davis came to a close on December 26, 2022. Most noted for her fun-loving attitude, she leaves many memories and will never be forgotten. She was born to DL Simpson and Earthline Gipson Simpson on July 4, 1964,...
George Lee Smith
Dec 22, 2022
George Lee Smith was born on April 27, 1942 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the union of Leotha Smith (Jefferson) and Leander Smith. He was a loving, generous & quiet man. He confessed his faith in Christ at a young age. Although he did not attend a formal church setting, he was a believer. George Lee was a graduate of...
Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr.
Dec 19, 2022
Eddie was born on April 14, 1959, to Elizabeth Nelson in Panther Burn, Mississippi. Eddie is a graduate of Simmons High School in Panther Burn, Mississippi. He was a modest man who enjoyed the simple pleasures that life offered. In his spare time, Eddie enjoyed spending time with his family, reading, and perfecting his talent as a Grill Master.
Eddie...
Darrell L. Carruthers
Dec 16, 2022
The Journey of Darrell Lamon Carruthers
Early Life
On March 5, 1962, a beautiful baby boy was born at Dallas County Medical Center in Fordyce, Arkansas. He was named Darrell Lamon but many of his closest family and friends called him “Lemonade,” a nickname affectionately bestowed on him by Deacon Guy Newton. Darrell’s parents were James and Alice Carruthers of...
Shannettia Lazola Scott
Dec 6, 2022
Shannettia Lazola Scott was born on March 14, 1982 to Joyce Ann Webster Magett and Henry Lee Starling, Sr. in Allegan, Michigan. At an early age, she made a personal decision to accept Christ as her Savior. She often attended Munn’s Chapel First Baptist Church in Prescott, Arkansas.
She was a 2001 graduate of Bangor High School. She went on to further her studies at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. She was no stranger to hard work and dedication,...
Warren "Hosie" Hunter
Dec 6, 2022
Warren “Hosie” Hunter, Jr., was born on August 22, 1942, in Sparkman, Arkansas to the union of Alene Craig Hunter and Warren Hunter, Sr.
Warren was an inquisitive child fascinated by all things motorized and would stop at nothing to figure out what made things tick. After dismantling, he found joy and satisfaction in putting things back together again, not...
Kesha Lynette Wilson
Dec 5, 2022
Kesha Lynette Wilson came into the world on Wednesday, July 4, 1973, and those who were touched by her life would never be the same. She was born in Prescott, Arkansas to Harold Leeper and Rose Dixon. Her parents knew right away that Kesha would one day make a forever-lasting impression on this world. As a baby she was active...
Mary Roxie Cooper
Dec 3, 2022
Mary Roxie Duncan Cooper was born in Springhill, Arkansas - Clayborn Chapel; a small community outside of Arkadelphia on February 1, 1934. She was the daughter of Andrew and Carrie McNeil Duncan and the beloved wife of Robert M. Cooper.
At the age of 88, Mary peacefully passed on this life on Saturday, December 3, 2022. She was preceded in...
Gregory Douglas Marshall
Nov 29, 2022
The journey of life for Gregory Douglas Marshall began on December 20, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri when he was born to Charles and Odessa Cummings Marshall. He was raised in Arkadelphia by his grandmother, Augusta Balch Cummings who ruled tenderly with an iron fist. She taught him to live by high morals, fear God and get an education.
Greg...
Larry Giles
Nov 22, 2022
Larry James Giles was born October 9, 1968 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the union of Susie Mae Giles and Willie Giles, Sr. He was a graduate of Gurdon High School, class of 1987. Larry attended Eastern Star Baptist Church. He was also employed with the Gurdon Public School District for many years.
He passed from this life on Tuesday, November...
Kimberly Danielle Hunter
Nov 20, 2022
Our world is much richer because we were blessed to have Kimberly Danielle Hunter in our lives. She began her earthly sojourn through life on October 23, 1982, in Prescott, Arkansas. She was the youngest child born to David Lee and Rose Mitchell Hunter.
Kim slept into the Lord’s embrace on Sunday, November 20, 2022. She lived 40 beautiful years.
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