SCOTT COUNTY ARKANSAS OBITUARIES, October - December 2002 Contributed by Delaine Edwards USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. Files may be printed or copied for personal use only. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. ================================================================== Scott County Times 2 October 2002 BEATRICE IMOGENE NIX Beatrice Imogene Nix of Waldron, Arkansas died Wednesday, September 25, 2002 in Van Buren, Arkansas. She was a retired nurses aid and a member of the First Baptist Church. She was the widow of Albert Nix. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Friday, September 22, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial following at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron. She is survived by one daughter, Norma Starr of Waldron; two sons, Douglas Nix of Parks, Arkansas and Paul Nix of Van Buren, Arkansas; two sisters, Opan Miller and Eloise Jennings both of Dallas, Texas; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Bart Starr, Brian Nix, David Russell, Jimmy Russell, Eric Brown and Larry Brown. ================================================================== Scott County Times 2 October 2002 ORA LEE BURNETT ARIZONA--We were sorry to hear of the death of Ora Lee Burnett, 76, wife of Denver Burnett. Mrs. Burnett died on September 22, 2002 at Phoenix, Arizona. Besides her husband, Denver, she leaves three children, Pat, Jimmy and Betty Sue all of Phoenix and three grandchildren. She was a sister-in-law to J.D. Burnett and Sue Bottoms of Waldron. ================================================================== Scott County Times 2 October 2002 JACKIE WRIGHT Jackie Junior Wright, 72, of Waldron died Sunday, September 29, 2002 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired supervisor at Waldron Furniture Factory and a farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Argus and Jewel Wright, a sister, Olgia Jones and a brother, Virgil Lee Wright. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, October 2, 2002 at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by his wife Edith of the home; two daughters, Belynda Bailey of Lewisville, Texas and Diane Ivy of Jackson, Mississippi; four sons, Howard, Mike, Keith and Heath all of Waldron; one sister, Betty Potter of Waldron; two brothers, V.L. Wright and Thomas Wright both of Waldron; 15 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Bill White, Roberta Passmore, Richard Sehorn, Robert Shores, Alvin Carnahan, Darvin Hutchens, Derial Hullender, Clyde Hawkins and W.D. "Rabbit" Ray. ================================================================== Scott County Times 2 October 2002 JONATHAN TAYLOR Jonathan Eric Taylor, 15, of Mansfield, Arkansas died Sunday, September 29, in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a 10th grade student at Mansfield High School, a member of the BETA Club, Model U.N., International Club, G.T. Golf Team, Speech Club and was an honor student and a member of Mansfield First Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm Thursday, October 3, 2002 at the Mansfield High School Gymnasium with burial at Pleasant Grove #2 Cemetery in Abbott, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. He is survived by his parents, John and Ronna Taylor of Mansfield; his maternal grandparents, Thomas and Jean Starr of Waldron and his paternal grandparents, Herbert and Barbara Taylor of Lucas, Arkansas; and one sister, Katie of the home. ================================================================== The Waldron News 2 October 2002 ROBERT "BOB" R. CRUMP Robert "Bob" R. Crump, 77, of McMinnville, OR died Monday, September 30, 2002 at McMinnville, OR. He was born February 20, 1925 in Waldron, AR to Rufus and Christian A. Rose Crump. He was raised and schooled in Waldron, Arkansas and graduated from Waldron High School in 1944. He married Joyce Cooper (who was raised in Mena, AR) July 15, 1944 in Waldron, AR. He was in the Naval Reserve from 1951 to 1952. He attended Oakland Junior College, San Jose City College, Chemeketa and Linfield College from 1956 to 1963. After marriage he moved to Hayward, CA and then to Fremont, CA in 1950. He moved to Sheridan in 1961 and to McMinnville in 1964. He began working for Field Emission in 1961 which was later purchased by Hewlett-Packard Corp., retiring in 1986. While working for H-P, he was a model maker, tooling engineer and design draftsman. He was a charter member, Deacon, and Honorary Elder of Community Christian Church, McMinnville. He was a member of the Oregon Pilots Association during which time he built his own airplane and was a flight instructor; member of Yamhill County Sheriff's Air Posse. He received his Life Membership Certificate from the Masonic Grand Lodge of Oregon in 2000 and was the Worshipful Master for the local Lodge #43 in 1972. He was active in the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers Association and was part of the Mavericks Band which played for many activities in the county as well as retirement homes in the area. His hobbies included camping, flying, repairing and building musical instruments, playing musical instruments, and his family said that he had a strong Christian faith, loved his family, and was a friend to everyone. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Alvin Crump and Ambers Crump and a sister, Georgia. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Crump of McMinnville, OR; one son, Bob L. Crump of Post Falls, ID; one daughter, Margie Myers of McMinnville, OR; one brother, Elvert Crump of Oklahoma City, OK; and one sister, Nellie Lewis of Chowchilla, CA; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 3 at Community Christian Church with Pastor Jim Kirby and Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Interment will be at Evergreen Memorial Park Mausoleum in McMinnville, OR. Contributions may be made to Community Christian Church or Health Dynamics Hospice, c/o Macy & Son Funeral Directors. ================================================================== Scott County Times 9 October 2002 MARVIN E. COINER FT. SMITH--Funeral services for Marvin E. Coiner, 85, of Ft. Smith were held Monday, October 9, 2002 at 9 am at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith with burial at US National Cemetery in Fort Smith. Mr. Coiner died Thursday, October 3, 2002 in Fort Smith. He was a retired salesman for the Broadview Lumber Company, a WWII Army veteran, a member of Grand Avenue Baptist Church, the United Commercial Travelers and American Legion. He taught Sunday school for the junior boys at Grand Avenue Baptist Church, served on the building committee for the church, was a member of the Jolly Travelers at Grand Avenue and was in charge of transportation for the senior citizens. He was also a member of the United Commercial Travelers and the Militaries 979th Military Police Company in Germany. His life revolved around family, church and friends. He was preceded in death by Harve E. Coiner of Jasper, Missouri; Myrtle Owen McCracken of Carthage, Missouri and Lloyd Coiner of Carthage, Missouri. Survivors include his wife, Mary; two daughters, Nancy Catherine Honeycutt of Van Buren and Janice Sue Pearson of Alma; a son, Ronald Earl Coiner of Mountain Center, California; a brother, Harvey J. Coiner of Lebanon, Missouri; six grandchildren, J. Marvin Honeycutt and Katherine Honeycutt of Van Buren, Holley Motley of Waldron, Christen House of Alma, Sgt. Blain Pearson of Lawton, Oklahoma and Heather Coiner of Toronto, Canada; eight great grandchildren, Jess, Sam, Ben and Cara Honeycutt of Van Buren, Kane Knight and Chase Pearson of Lawton, Oklahoma, and Kobe Motley of Waldron; and many nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers were members of Department 10 Sunday School Class at Grand Avenue Baptist Church. Arrangements under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. ================================================================== Scott County Times 9 October 2002 KENNETH EDWARD "POPS" YANDELL WALDRON--Funeral services for Kenneth Edward "Pops" Yandell, 70, of Waldron were held Monday, October 7, 2002 at 2 pm at Waldron First Assembly of God Church. Burial followed at Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Yandell died Friday, October 4, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired timber worker and attended Waldron Assembly of God Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Liddie Yandell and a sister, Ella Irene McConnell. Survivors include four sons, Kenneth Charles Yandell of Hartford, Donnie Wayne Yandell and Jimmy Don Yandell both of Waldron and William Fry Yandell of Barling; a sister, Freda Mae Carter of Waldron; three brothers, LC Yandell of Dakota City, Nebraska and Opal Franklin Yandell and MC Yandell both of Waldron; eleven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Mike Yandell, David Yandell, Loyal Carter, Bruce Yandell, Louis White and Tommy Yandell. Honorary pallbearers were Robbie Ford, Steven McConnell, Harold Yandell and Freddie McConnell. ================================================================== Scott County Times 9 October 2002 BRADLEY WADE GREENE MANSFIELD--Funeral services for Bradley Wade Greene, 43, of Mansfield were held Wednesday, October 2, 2002 at 2 pm at Fellowship Baptist Church in Witcherville. Burial followed at Huntington City Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. Mr. Greene died Monday, September 30, 2002 in a Little Rock hospital. He was a machinist for Hickory Springs Manufacturing, a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and was president of Mansfield Baseball Association. He was preceded in death by his father, Wesley Greene. Survivors include his wife Kristi of the home; three sons, BJ Greene, Jessie Greene and Chris Greene all of the home; his mother, Mary Jane Greene of Greenwood; a sister, Nancy Barnes of Hartford; and a brother, Lynn Greene of Hawaii. Pallbearers were Glenn Elmore, Ray Loyd, Dale Barnes, Nathan Elmore, Billy Tobler, Roger Thompson, Richard Hogge, Doug Dorrough, Larry Brown and Bud Qualls. Honorary pallbearers were Bo Hattabaugh, Larry Brown's Sunday School Fellowship Class, Hickory Springs Manufacturing employees and University of the Ozarks baseball team. Memorial contributions may be made to Fellowship Baptist Church, 111 College Road, Huntington, AR 72940. ================================================================== Scott County Times 9 October 2002 MISSIE FRANKLIN PARKS--Funeral services for Missie Franklin, 79, of Parks were held Tuesday, October 8, 2002 at 10 am at Parks Baptist Church. Burial followed at Hawkins Cemetery at Parks under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Ms. Franklin died Sunday, October 6, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. She was a retired seamstress and was a member of Parks Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Auther and Una Franklin; a brother, Thurman Franklin; a sister, Ouida Cole; and a nephew, Darrel Evans. Survivors include a sister, Adenial Miller of Parks; a brother-in-law, Kellow Cole of Parks; five nephews and one nice. Pallbearers were Ronnie Cole, Keith Piles, Kelly Joe Cole, Lemon Piles, Bill Frost and Danny Moran. Honorary pallbearers were Tilsey Byram and Ronnie Keener. ================================================================== The Waldron News 9 October 2002 MELISSA JETT FEAZELL Funeral services for Melissa Jett Feazell were at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 4, 2002 at Summerfield Baptist Church in Colfax, LA with Rev. Frank Peacock officiating. Feazell, age 38, of Colfax, died Monday, September 30, 2002 in LSU Health Science Center. She was a member of Summerfield Baptist Church, Colfax, LA. Survivors include her father, Clifford Jett of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; her mother, Mary Jett of Colfax; one son, J.W. "Bubba" Feazell, Jr. of Colfax; two daughters, Corney Feazell and Chasity Feazell of Colfax; two brothers, Michael Porter of Ft. Smith, Arkansas and James Jett of Lexington, South Carolina; two sisters, Lynnell Brown of Alexandria and Anna Jett of Grovetown, GA. Pallbearers were Dustin Chellette, Michael Shows, Chris Amee, Raymond DuBois, Bobby Joe Chellette and J.R. Couch. Honorary pallbearers were Clifford Jett, Wayne Crooks, James Jett and John Feazell, Sr. ================================================================== The Waldron News 9 October 2002 OPIE FRED STINSON Opie Fred Stinson, 73, passed away on September 8, 2002 in a Hanford, California hospital. He was born May 13, 1929 in Waldron, Arkansas. He had lived in the Corcoran, California area for 50 years and was a ranch foreman for J.G. Boswell Co. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served as a Staff Sgt. in the U.S. Army. He was a man that was well liked by all those that worked for him as well as all those that knew him. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Vera of the home; three sons, Freddie and Michael of Corcoran, CA and Steve of Atascadero, CA; one daughter, Patricia Mata of Corcoran, CA; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by two sisters, Norma Cockrell of Fresno, CA and Erma Worthen of Waldron, AR; a niece and nephew, Jimmy Clyde Stinson and Linda Slater both of Waldron, AR. Graveside services were held on Friday, September 13th at the Corcoran Cemetery with arrangements by People's Funeral Chapel. ================================================================== Scott County Times 16 October 2002 ALTA WAGNER WALDRON--Funeral services for Alta Dora Wagner, 88, of Waldron were held on Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 10:00 am at Waldron First Baptist Chuch. Burial followed at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Mrs. Wagner died Wednesday, October 9, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. She was a homemaker and a member of the Waldron First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband William Theo Wagner, Sr. Survivors include one daughter, Sue Goss of Mena; one son William Theo Wagner, Jr. of Waldron; two brothers, Raymond Beecham of Greenwood and Edward Beecham of Eurich, MO; five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Scott Wagner, Greg Goss, Nathan Howard, Brian Clay, Don Williams and Sam Martin. ================================================================== The Waldron News 16 October 2002 RICHARD LANDON "RICHIE" COCKBURN Richard Landon "Richie" Cockburn, 38, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas died Sunday, October 13, 2002 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was the manager of a meat market and a member of the Elks Lodge. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by a companion, Brandy Diez of Ft. Smith, AR; his parents, C.L. and Patsy Cockburn of Mena, AR; one sister, Terri Keith of Melbourne, FL; one brother, Kyle Cockburn of Medicine Park, OK; one niece and nine nephews. ================================================================== Scott County Times 23 October 2002 DELMA INGLE STANDERFER WALDRON--Delma Ingle Standerfer died on October 15, 2002. Visitation was at Martin Funeral Home in Waldron on Thursday October 16, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. There was a graveside service Friday October 18, at 10:00 a.m. with burial at Parks Cemetery in Nola. She was born July 8, 1912 to Alex and Mattie, was the widow of Buster, and sister to Arnold, her only surviving sibling. She was a life-long student of the Bible, and her wisdom, knowledge of God, and relationship with Jesus was evident to everyone who knew her. Her children, Evelyn (and Dub), Fritz, Tommy (and Sandy), Ted (and Karen) extend their sincere gratitude to Dr. Russell Young and Mom's "angels" at Mercy hospital of Scott County, to Dr. David Hunton, Kim West, and the 4400 nursing staff at St. Edward's for the wonderful, tender care that Mom received. Her grandchildren, Jeri (and Larry), Jayme, Josh, Andrea and Claire, great-grandchild, Case (and Michael), and great great grandchild, Cameron also thank everyone who helped in any way to make Mammaw feel better. Pallbearers were Tom, Ted, and Josh Standerfer, Dub Smalling, Larry Jones, Michael St. John and Gary Ingle. Honorary pallbearers were Dorothy Stuart, Eleanor Perkins, Juanita Kastl, Lorene Lovett, Neda Mays and Mae Woodard. ================================================================== Scott County Times 23 October 2002 OVAL D. WATKINS Waldron--Funeral services for Oval D. Watkins, 79, of Barling, Arkansas were held on Friday, October 18, 2002 at 2:00 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. Mr. Watkins died Tuesday October 15, 2002 in a Ft. Smith hospital. He was a retired supervisor for Forsgren Inc. He was an Air Force veteran of WWII and a member of Haven Heights Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Ann Watkins and daughter Pat Webb. Survivors include one daughter, Lynda Cowan of Van Buren, Arkansas; two brothers, Linden Watkins of Waldron and L.J. Watkins of Mena; five grandchildren, Lyle Lorenson of Greenwood, Liz Persall of Spiro, Oklahoma, Cindy Brown of Springdale, Arkansas, Chad Keener of Charleston, Arkansas, and Jacey Little of Van Buren, Arkansas; five great grandchildren, Luke Lorenson of Greenwood, Sara Brown of Springdale, Logan, Ryan and Mason Keener all of Charleston. Pallbearers were Chad Keener, Lyle Lorenson, Ronnie Keener, Luke Lorenson, Buster Brown and Leon Lorenson. ================================================================== The Waldron News 23 October 2002 CLARA BELL GILL Clara Bell Gill, 88, of Booneville, Arkansas died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2002 in an Ozark hospital. She was a homemaker, member and Sunday school teacher at Union Hope Baptist Church in Tate, AR and a member of the Home Demonstration Club. She was preceded in death by one son and two daughters, James Dwain Gill, Wilma Jo McBee and Martha Jane Gill. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood, AR with burial at Taylor Cemetery in Tate, AR under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, AR. She is survived by her husband, James Arbert Gill of the home; one daughter, Mary Ann Taylor of Mulberry, AR; one son, Jerry Don Gill of Alma, AR; three sisters, Bertha Preston of Booneville, AR, Ruth Pierce of Reedley, CA and Dolly Skinner of Palmdale, CA; one brother, Robert Wilson of Jacksonville, AR; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Bucky Brigance, Neal Preston, Dale, Delbert, Omer and Dr. R. Lane Wilson. ================================================================== Scott County Times 30 October 2002 LUCY ELLEN TUCKER Waldron--Lucy Ellen Tucker, 56, of Waldron passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 in her home. She was a receiving clerk for Walmart and attended Packsaddle Church. Viewing was Thursday, October 24 from 2 pm to 9 pm at Martin Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Friday, October 25, 2002 at 2:00 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial at Duncan Cemetery. Survivors include two sons, Jimmy Lawler of Greenwood and Charles Lawler of Waldron. One brother, Charlie Moore of California. Two grandchildren Austin and Madison Lawler of Greenwood. ================================================================== Scott County Times 30 October 2002 WILLIAM STIDMAN William Gene (Billy) Stidman, 48, of Boles, Arkansas died Monday, October 28, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a mechanic and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Lorine Stidman. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Maxine; four sons, Tony Hubbell of Tulsa, William Gene Stedman, Jr. of Waldron, Johnny Stedman of Gypsy, OK and Brandon Hubbell of Waldron; one sister Sharon Shelton of Klamath Falls, OR; four brothers, Danny Stidman, Bobby Stidman and Donald Stidman of OK, Sammy Stedman of Waldron; 8 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. ================================================================== Scott County Times 30 October 2002 RICHARD F. ALLEN Wiley Richard Franklin Allen, known to friends and family as Richard, passed from this life on October 22, 2002 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, after a short illness. He was aged 68 years, 6 months and 1 day. Richard was born on April 21, 1934 in Levelland, Texas, the son of Homer Anderson Allen & Susie (Millsaps) Allen, and lived in Texas & Phoenix, Arkzona, before moving with his parents to Blue Mountain, Arkansas. Richard met & married the love of his life, Delois Eugenia "Jean" (Thomas) Allen in 1958, they settled in the Mansfield area, and unto them were born three daughters: Karen Jean (Allen) Davis, Sharon E.S. (Allen) White, and Shelbie Diann Allen. Richard was a graduate of the Magazine High School class of 1952, and a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. In 1966, Richard was elected Mayor of Mansfield, Arkansas, where he had lived for many years, and he served as the town Marshal of Mansfield for a number of years, a position of trust that he took to heart. Richard was a real estate broker for 38 years, and an active member of the Arkansas Realtor's Association. Richard spent the last several years living in Newton County, Arkansas, recently relocating to Clarksville, Arkansas. Richard never met a stranger, was an avid sportsman & hunter, a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, and loved communing with nature, which was second only to being with his family. Richard is survived by his wife of 44 1/2 years, Jean, of the home. He is also survived by daughter Karen, son-in-law Tim, and granddaughter Jade Renee Davis of West Palm Beach, Florida, his daughter Sharon White, son-in-law Randy, grandson Joshua Pascal, step granddaughter Dasha White & step grandson Justin White, of Wheelersburg, Ohio, and his youngest daughter, Shelbie Diann Allen and friend, Jules Baxley of Roswell, New Mexico. He also leaves his mother-in-law Erma Thomas of Waldron, his maternal aunts, Nellie Lee & Mary Clevenger of Knoxville, Tennessee, the Charles & Frances Hunt family of Waldron, the Jimmy & Dolly Bartlett family of Mansfield, the Jim & Margie Thomas family of Bixby, Oklahoma and many, many friends. Those who knew Richard well will not mourn his passing, but celebrate his life - a life that epitomized strength of character, courage & individuality. He will, however, be greatly missed by family & friends. Happy Hunting, Dad, until we see you again! He will be laid to rest at Coop Prairie Cemetery in Mansfield. Funeral services were held Friday, October 25, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mansfield United Methodist Church, under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. ================================================================== The Waldron News 30 October 2002 CHARLES RAY AMMONS Charles Ray Ammons of Blaine, WA, born August 20, 1951 to Edgar & Clemmie Mae Ammons of Arkansas, left this world Monday, October 21, 2002. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar & Clemmie Mae and his baby son, Jon. He is survived by his wife, Paula' daughters, Dariel Rhodes of TX, Andrea and Christina of the family home; sisters, Melba Losing, Della Brockel, Jean Wiseman all of MT and Gail Bottoms of AR; in-laws, Joseph & Ramona Mills of Blaine, their children & spouses; along with numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren in numerous states. Charles served in the U.S. Air Force for 15 years. He worked his way up the ladder to become a Staff Sergeant stationed in many areas of the U.S., Europe & Asia. He was a very loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and in-law, who will be missed by the many people whom he's touched throughout his life. A funeral service with military honors was held Monday, October 28, at 1:00 p.m. at the Ferndale Moles Funeral Home Chapel, 2039 Main St., Ferndale. The Reverend Wolfgang Schweder officiated. Please share your thoughts & prayers with the family in their online guest book, www.ferndale-moles.com. ================================================================== The Waldron News 30 October 2002 MRS. ROCHELLE KULP Mrs. Rochelle Kulp of Y-City, Arkansas died peacefully in her home Tuesday, October 22, 2002. She was born September 3, 1940 in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. Her age being 62 years, 1 month and 19 days. Mrs. Kulp was the daughter of the late William Lahr ad the late Alverda Lucas Lahr. She was united in marriage to Rev. Ben Kulp of Wayside Chapel. She graduated from Reading Hospital School of Nursing in 1961 and in 1964 received her BSN in nursing. Much of her nursing career was spent with Mena Medical Center where she was much appreciated and admired for her love, dedication, generosity and service to others. It was part of her nature to "be there" for anyone in need of assistance; especially the lonely, sick and elderly. She was sensitive and special, never overlooking the smallest detail for the comfort and pleasure of those she served. Cleaning, cooking, physical and nutritional assistance and advice, therapy, counseling, listening, prayer...these were just a few of the ways in which she ministered to others. Thoroughly familiar with the Word of God, she offered counsel and comfort to hurting, struggling people. She always served willing and cheerfully as unto the Lord, giving Him the glory. Never bringing attention to her own needs or suffering, she put others' needs first. Rochelle will always be remembered for her undying love, special dedication, sacrificial service, intercessory prayer on behalf of others, and most of all for her devotion and faith in her Lord Jesus Christ. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Ben Kulp of Y-City, AR; one brother, Roger Lahr of Bally, PA; two sisters, Irene Ossman of Gilbertsville, PA and Karen Saul of Douglasville, PA; several nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 26 in the Wayside Chapel with Rev. Gene Vincent officiating. Interment was in the Chant Cemetery under the direciton of Hall Funeral Service. Pallbearers were Roger Lahr, Fred Saul, David Kulp, Joe Marrone, Peter Herr & Michael Hawley. Honorary pallbearers were Bob Ossman and Johnny Sexton. =============================================================== Scott County Times 6 November 2002 JOYCE VAUGHT Joyce Faye Vaught, 64, of Waldron passed from this life Wednesday, October 30, 2002, in her home. She was employed at Waldron Middle School for 23 years and a member of Waldron Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Ona Cole, one brother Lonzo Cole, one sister, Opal Nelson and her first husband, Glen Van De Wiele. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 2, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Keith Holleman, Rev. Brad Kuhl and Rev. James Rector officiating. Interment was at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron with Rev. Ben Jackson and Travis Plummer officiating under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Joyce is survived by her husband, Tony, a daughter and son-in-law, Glenda and Terry Plummer of Waldron, two grandsons, Travis Plummer of Conway, Arkansas and Trey Plummer of Waldron, one brother, Johnny Cole of Ft. Smith, one sister, Emma Watkins of Weed, California and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She is also survived by four foreign exchange grandchildren, Dean of Norway, Ainhoa of Spain, Anna of Germany and Marta of Switzerland. Pallbearers were Stanley Brewer, Kerry Barnett, Charlie Riddle, Bill Yates, Dale Kopf and Shane Medford. Honorary pallbearers were Herman Atchley, Kelly Ashford, Bill Needham, John Clyma, Wayne Davis, Harold Carter, James Kopf, Kenny Hanna, Jerry Williams, Brent Keener, Phil Ayers, Brother Herbert Rogers, Dr. Mark Bailey, Billy Hiaumel, and the entire staff of Waldron Middle School. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, or Donald W. Reynolds Cancer Support House, 3324 So. "M," Fort Smith, Arkansas. =============================================================== Scott County Times 6 November 2002 MILTON DOUGLAS KINGERY Hartford--Graveside services for Milton Douglas Kingery, 69, of Hartford will be held Wednesday, November 6, 2002 at 2 pm at Hartford Memorial Park under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. Mr. Kingery died Sunday, November 3, 2002 at his home. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a retired farmer. Survivors include a daughter, Alicia Kingery of Koshkonong, Missouri; a step-daughter, Rhonda Spreudels of Koshkonong; a son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Jennifer Kingery of Koshkonong; his mother, Lois Dart of Hartford; two sisters, Joyce Fesler of Belford, New Jersey and Erma Ellison of Hartford; and a grandson, Keegan Kingery of Koshkonong. Pallbearers will be Lynn Ellison, Doug Ellison, Bruce Ellison, Tom Milam, Lloyd McFerren and Wes Milam. =============================================================== The Waldron News 6 November 2002 WAYNE ANDREWS Wayne Andrews, 67, of Heavener, Oklahoma died Sunday, November 3, 2002 in his home. He was a life-long resident of the area, and a member of the First Baptist Church. He was a rancher and livestock auctioneer, member of the National Cattleman's Association, Texas Cattle Feeders Assoc., and Oklahoma Farmers Union. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6 at First Baptist Church in Heavener, OK with burial at Mt. View "Glendale" Cemetery at Howe, OK under the direction of Dowden Funeral Home of Heavener, OK. He is survived by his wife, Thelma; one daughter-in- law, Sharon Andrews Steele of Spiro, OK; one son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Mary Andrews of Howe, OK; and three grandchildren, Tammy Villines and husband Todd, Michael and Jordan Andrews. He was preceded in death by one son, Jackie and one grandson, Rodney. =============================================================== Scott County Times 13 November 2002 PAUL C. CURRIER Paul C. "Bill" Currier, 81, of Waldron, Arkansas died Friday, November 8, 2002 in a Waldron nursing home. He was an Army veteran of World War II, retired co-owner & operator of Currier Brothers Butane Company, and retired civil service at Fort Chaffee in maintenance. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Monday, November 11, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with interment at the Duncan Cemetery. He is survived by one brother, Jim Henry Currier of Waldron, Arkansas; three nieces, Gretta Ann Newman and husband Bobby of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Sharon Ann Rice of Waldron, Arkansas, Donna Jean Currier of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one nephew, Wayne Bottoms of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one great niece, Jennifer London and husband Jack of Searcy, Arkansas, and one great-great niece, Hannah London of Searcy, Arkansas. Pallbearers were John H. Evans, Ted Lowry, Paul Stevens, Charles Wayne Lowe, Paul Davis and Robert Newman. =============================================================== The Waldron News 13 November 2002 MARION ALBERT FOSTER Marion Albert Foster, age 89, of Waldron died Friday, November 8, 2002 at Mercy Hospital in Waldron, Arkansas. He was born February 22, 1913 in Waushara County, Wisconsin (near Hancock) to the late Charles and Lola Robinson Foster. He was a farmer. He was preceded in death by his infant twin sister, Marjorie, his son, Freeman Marion Foster, his wife, Waleta Jost Foster, and his brothers, Norris, Elvin, Charles and Alan Foster. He is survived by his son, Glen Walter Foster of Harvey, Arkansas; sister, Helen Stebnitz of North Dakota, and sisters-in-law, Eva Foster and Bonnie Ebert of Wisconsin. A Memorial service was held Monday, November 11, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at the Gravelly Methodist Church with Rev. David Williams and Rev. Royce Savage officiating. Arrangements were by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, Arkansas. ================================================================ Scott County Times 20 November 2002 HETTIE SCOTT Hettie Scott, 92, of Neosho, Missouri passed away Monday, November 11, 2002. She was a homemaker, Baptist, and widow of George Kearney Scott. She was preceded in death by a son, Jack Scott and one granddaughter. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 2:00 pm at the Hon Baptist Church with burial at Hon Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Survivors include three daughters, Flora Newman of Hon; Mary Beaver of Neosho, MO; Betty Scott of Tulsa, OK; one son, Linden Scott of Fort Smith, AR; two brothers, Jack Newman of Cypress, CA; Manugus Newman of Bella Vista, AR; four grand- children, seven great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Andrew Scott, Scotty Scott, Larry Scott, Junior Newman and G.W. Stringer. ================================================================ Scott County Times 20 November 2002 ALTON DERIAL MONTGOMERY Waldron--Funeral services for Alton Derial Montgomery, 66, of Waldron were held Monday, November 18, 2002 at 10 am at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Friendship Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Montgomery died Friday, November 15, 2002 at his home. He was a retired owner and operator of a dry cleaners and a veteran of the Army. He was of the Pentecostal faith. Survivors include his wife Vera of the home; a daughter, a daughter, Debbie Silvey of Waldron; a son, James Montgomery of Waldron; three sisters, Jeanie Bailey, Hazel Cheesman and Virgie Shaw all of Waldron; a brother, Loyd Montgomery of Fort Smith; three grandchildren, Jeremy Wilson, Rachel Montgomery and Callie Montgomery and two great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Steven Silvey, Mike Yandell, Curtis Edwards, David Sparks, Clint Lunsford and Lenny Bailey. Honorary pallbearers were Kenneth Johnson and Brandon Jones. ================================================================ Scott County Times 20 November 2002 RUTH HUMBLE PLEMMONS Waldron--Funeral services for Ruth Humble Plemmons, 93, of Waldron were held Monday, November 18, 2002 at 2 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mrs. Plemmons died Friday, November 15, 2002 at a Waldron hospital. She was a retired owner and operator of a dry goods store and a member of Waldron United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Plemmons. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret Henley of Waldron and Carolyn Horton of Springfield, Missouri; one sister, Gerri Garrett of Memphis, Tennessee; two brothers, Roland Humble of Benton and Terry Humble of Harrison; four grandchildren, Marsha Dance of Park Hill, Oklahoma, Amanda Gail Ward of Indianapolis, Indiana, Debbie Cooper and Meegan Henley both of Little Rock; eight great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Allen Dozier, Bobby McGaugh, Moe Shores, Robert Lewis, Rufus Shores and Steve Hattabaugh. Honorary pallbearers were Bud Rice, Bob McGaugh, Howard Cox, Leonard Fuson, Clyde Audas, Bob Lewis and Bill White. Memorial contributions may be made to Duncan Cemetery Fund, Waldron Methodist Church, Waldron Library or donors charity of choice. ================================================================ Scott County Times 20 November 2002 MARVIN EDWARD PHELPS Marvin Edward Phelps, 85, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2002 in a Ft. Smith hospital. He was the former president of the Bank of Waldron, Perry County Bank, Bank of Arkansas, Citizens Bank of Batesville and Merchants Bank of West Memphis. He was also a past member of the Lions Club, Chamber of Commerce, Sodie Davidson Park Board, Waldron Country Club as well as several other civic clubs. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Navy and a member of the Waldron Methodist Church. Local arrangements were made by Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Graveside services were held at 2:00 pm at Mt. Olivet Cemetery of McKenzie, TN under the direction of Brummitt Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife Mary Frances Phelps and one son Edward Lynn Phelps of Waldron, Arkansas. ================================================================ The Waldron News 20 November 2002 JOHNNIE L. HERNREICH Johnnie L. Hernreich, 77, of Fort Smith, Arkansas died November 17, 2002 in a local hospital. She was the semi-retired President and Financial Officer of Esquire Jewelers, Inc., having spent the last 50 years there. Johnnie was a long standing member of the Jeweler's Board of Trade, a member of the Bonneville House, an original board member of Sister Cities Committee with Cisterna, Italy. She was a former member of Business and Professional Women's Club, and a former Trustee of the Sparks Hospital Board. She was a driving force along with George Hernreich, in operating KFPW Radio Fort Smith, KAIT TV Jonesboro, KZNG Radio Hot Springs and Channel 40 Fort Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband George Hernreich and her son, Bill G. Jones. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at Goddard United Methodist Church with burial at Roselawn Cemetery next to her beloved husband of 20 years, George Gernreich under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. She is survived by her son, Larry Murry and daughter- in-law Linda Murry both of Fort Smith; one sister, Mildred Stephens of Fort Smith; one brother, Verdell Jones of Lawton, OK; three grandsons, Matt Murry of Cabot, AR, Scott and Brett Murry of Paris, AR; and three great-granddaughters, Caylie, Summer and Ashley Murry of Cabot, AR, as well as many dear friends and extended family. Memorial contributions may be made to Goddard United Methodist Church, 1922 Dodson, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901; Arkansas Children's Hospital, P.O. Drawer 2222, Little Rock, AR 72203 or The Children's Diabetes Research Association, 212 Natural Resource Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. ================================================================ The Waldron News 20 November 2002 BRUCE LAMAR HUNNICUTT Bruce Lamar Hunnicutt, 72 years old, of Gravelly, passed away from this life on October 18, 2002 [copied as written]. He was born on October 10, 1930 in Gravelly, the youngest of 14 children, to the late William C. and Maude Hunnicutt. Bruce is survived by his wife of 53 years and best friend Nella Harberson Hunnicutt; son and daughter-in-law Billy and Pamela Hunnicutt of Gravelly; daughter and son- in-law Linda and Ron Sayre of Shawnee, Kansas; granddaughters Randi Hunnicutt of Waldron and Kaitlin Hunnicutt of Gravelly; grandsons Shawn, Eric and Aaron Green of Gravelly and Stephen and Mike Sayre of Shawnee, Kansas; brothers and sisters-in law Leo and Bobbi Hunnicutt of Danville and Wayne and Rosetta Hunnicutt of Harvey; sisters Myrtle Hunnicutt Duvall of Albany, MO and Lois Hunnicutt Douthit of Carlisle; and a host of friends and family. Bruce is preceded in death by his parents William C. and Maude Hunnicutt and 9 brothers and sisters. Services will be held Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at the Nola Church of Christ with burial at the Young Gravelly Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Cornwell Funeral Home in Danville. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Shawn, Eric and Aaron Green and Stephen and Mike Sayre and Mark Wagner. Honorary pallbearers are Jake Pickens, Gene James, Ezell Jones and J.B. Wagner. Memorial contributions may be made to the Young Gravelly Cemetery Fund. ============================================================ Scott County Times 27 November 2002 FRANCES LEE VINES Frances Lee Vines, born January 16, 1926 in Asher, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Monday, November 18, 2002. She and her husband Bird Vines of Y-City, Arkansas were owners of Midway Park Restaurant and Gift Shop for 48 years. Mrs. Vines was a former board member of the Arkansas Restaurant Association for a number of years; founding board member of Scott County Hospital; former board member of Sodie Davidson Park and a member of Eastern Star. Her interests included gardening, crafts, quilting, fishing and camping. She was proud to have played on the 1943 Oklahoma State Basketball Championship team of the Asher High School Indians. She is survived by her husband Bird Vines, a daughter Nancy Carol Roach and her late husband Gary Roach of Blanchard, Oklahoma, two sons, Gary Richardson and wife Phyllis of Waldron, Bert Wayne Vines and wife Lisa of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter Annette Shepard and a grandson Jerry Lynn Roach. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Dooley Cemetery in Boles, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Leon Windham, Ronnie Odell, Larry Odell, Ricky Bryan, Mike Richardson and Mike Keenum. ============================================================ Scott County Times 27 November 2002 JAMES MILTON PHILLIPS Parks--Funeral services for James Milton Phillips, 74, of Parks were held Monday, November 25, 2002 at 10 am at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. Burial followed at Hawkins Cemetery at Parks under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Phillips died Friday, November 22, 2002 at his home. He was a retired Air Force CMSgt., a veteran of WWII and Korea. He was a member of Knight Templar, was a Mason, and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Lubbock, Texas. On July 26, 1960 and March 25, 1965 he received the Air Force Commendation Medal and on June 25, 1964 he received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal. Survivors include his wife, Eva of the home; three nephews, Brian Phillips and wife Beverly of San Jose, California, Michael Phillips of Marysville, Washington and Brandon Phillips; two nieces, Linda Whitman and husband Ron of Camano Island, Washington and Brenda Truss; four great nephews, Austin Phillips, Tyrell Truss, Zacharia Whitman and Joshua Whitman; three great nieces, Kristi Whitman, Anastashia Phillips and Shayna Truss; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Bob Phillips of Marysville, Washington; and one brother, Charles Odean Phillips of Rio Dell, California. Pallbearers were a Military Honor Guard. ============================================================ Scott County Times 4 December 2002 DAVID RAY VORPAGEL Waldron--Funeral services for David Ray Vorpagel, 43, of Waldron were held Friday, November 29, 2002 at 9 am at Waldron First Baptist Church. Burial followed at the US National Cemetery in Fort Smith under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Vorpagel died November 25, 2002 at a Little Rock hospital. He was an employee of St. Edward Mercy Medical Center, attended Waldron First Baptist Church and was a veteran of the US Navy. Survivors include his wife, Esther of the home; a daughter, Syndeea of the home; two sons, Keith and Richard both of the home; a step-daughter, Kellie Timmons of Springfield, Illinois; his father, Donald Vorpagel of Sterling, Oklahoma; three sisters, Debbie Newton of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Pat Parsley of Cyril, Oklahoma and Wanda Houghtaling of Watertown, New York; three brothers, Donnie of Duncan, Oklahoma, Kenneth of Sterling, Oklahoma and Tommy of Elgin, Oklahoma; and one grandson, Isaac. ============================================================ The Waldron News 4 December 2002 SIMONE JEANNE MARCELE DOCKINS Simone Jeanne Marcele Dockins was born on November 14, 1925 in Biebrich, Germany and left this earth on November 29, 2002 in Fort Smith. She was 77 years old living with her beloved husband of 53 years, Bill Dockins. She lived her last 14 years in Waldron, AR where she enjoyed going yard-saling, fishing, and taking drives through the country. She also enjoyed going to Black Hawk, Colorado. Simone, "Mona," is survived by her husband Wilbur "Bill" Dockins of Waldron; three children, Jurgen "Yogi" Grandcourt of Denver, CO, Ruth Green of Louisville, KY and Ronald Dockins of Mansfield. She was blessed with 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Saturday, November 30, 2002 in Fentress Mortuary Chapel in Fort Smith. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. The Good Lord blessed us all by bringing Mona "Mamma" into this world. The life she gave to all of us will live on forever. She will truly be missed but never forgotten. She will always be in our hearts. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 8006, Fort Smith, AR 72902. ============================================================ The Waldron News 4 December 2002 JOHN MORRISON The Good Shepherd had a purpose and a plan when he called one of his sheep by name. John Morrison was called into the fold on November 16, 2002 to live in one of God's Mansions. John was born January 11, 1917 in Missouri. He was raised in Arkansas and was the youngest of 8 children. He began his carpentry career in his early teenage years at the Forester Lumber Mill. John met Katherlene Jameson from nearby Parks, Arkansas, and was married in 1939. During World War II they moved with their newborn daughter Guinette to San Francisco, where John worked as a carpenter at the shipyards. After the war, they returned to Arkansas, then moved to San Diego in 1948. Ron, John's son came along shortly thereafter. John then began a long career with American Products Mill, Incorporated, where he retired in 1982. After retirement, he enjoyed puttering in his wood shop, inventing and making things like jar openers and cabinets. Gardening and showing off what he had grown also became a favorite pastime. John and Kay always looked forward to spending their summers in the High Sierras where they served as campground host for many years. John leaves to cherish his memory, wife Katherlene of National City; daughter Guinette Beckstron of Chula Vista; son Ron Morrison of National City; seven grandchildren, Jim, Penny, Jeremy, Matthew, Jennifer, Joshua and Janice; four great grandchildren, Brian, Scott, Michael and Amanda; also a host of other relatives and many friends whom he loved dearly. ========================================================== Scott County Times 11 December 2002 GAYLE RIDDLE Waldron--Funeral services for Gayle Riddle, 52, of Waldron were held Monday, December 9, 2002 at 2 pm at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron. Burial followed at Shiloh Cemetery at Nella community under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Ms. Riddle died Friday, December 6, 2002 in Waldron. She was a member and Sunday School teacher at the Living Word Tabernacle. She was preceded in death by her father, Ellis Riddle and a nephew, Travis Dragoo. Survivors include her mother, Dorothy Riddle of Waldron; a son, Robert and wife Eliana Riddle of Waldron; a sister, Linda Dragoo of Waldron; a brother, Cleaston Riddle of Waldron; and three grandchildren, Josheua, Tifany and Robie. Pallbearers were Waylon Deramus, Eli Clayton, Donnie Scantling, Johnnie Scantling, Nathan Brown and Grady Bottoms. Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Isom and Jessie Randle. =========================================================== The Waldron News 11 December 2002 RUTH ETHEL FRISCH Ruth Ethel Frisch, 88, of Greenwood, Arkansas died Saturday, December 7, 2002 in a Greenwood nursing home. She was a retired bookkeeper and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, G.B. (Sha) Shahan and Edwin Frisch. Graveside service was at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at Coop Prairie Cemetery in Mansfield, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. She is survived by her niece, Carol McGill of Greenwood, AR; and several other nieces and nephews. A special thank you goes to the staff of Pinkbud Nursing Home for their kindness and loving care. =========================================================== The Waldron News 11 December 2002 FRANCINE HUNT Francine Hunt, 46, of Jenny Lind, Arkansas died Monday, December 9, 2002 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a home- maker and a member of Howard Hill Assembly of God Church in Jenny Lind, AR. Funeral service will be at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11 at Howard Hill Assembly of God Church in Jenny Lind with burial at Old Jenny Lind Cemetery in Jenny Lind under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, AR. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth of the home; one daughter, Kimberly Hunt of the home; one son, Joshua Hunt of the home; two sisters, Stella Montgomery of Van Buren, AR and Fran Hunt of Jenny Lind, AR. Pallbearers will be Dearl Hunt, Gary Hunt, Billy Hunt, Calvin Hunt, Joe Turner and Keith Deer. Memorial contributions may be made to Howard Hill Assembly of God Church, 3515 Gate Nine Rd., Greenwood, AR 72936. =========================================================== The Waldron News 11 December 2002 THELMA VINES Thelma Vines, age 89, of Stamps, Arkansas died Sunday, December 8, 2002 at the Magnolia Hospital in Magnolia, Arkansas. She was born July 2, 1913 in Columbia County, AR. Mrs. Vines was a homemaker and member of the North Acres Baptist Church in Magnolia, AR. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Vines in 1982. She is survived by one son, Charles W. Vines of Columbia, SC; one daughter & son-in-law, Doris & James Goodwin of Stamps, AR; two sisters, Idelle Talley of Magnolia, AR and Marvie Whatley of Oil City, LA; one grandson & wife, Charlie & Kay Goodwin of Stamps, AR; and one great granddaughter, Kasey Goodwin of Stamps, AR. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 10 at the Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Stamps with the Rev. Bobby Sibley and Rev. Mike Turner officiating with burial in the Lakeside Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home of Stamps, AR. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 JEAN MILLIGAN Jean Milligan, age 56, of Waldron passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2002 in a Ft. Smith hospital. She was a homemaker and a member of Winfield Baptist Church and attended the Waldron Assembly of God. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 13, 2002 at 10:00 am at Winfield Baptist Church with burial at Sehorn Cemetery in Winfield Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by one son, Darrin and wife Beth Milligan of Waldron; one sister Madge Blackburn of Lawrence, Kansas and two grandchildren, Cory and Dustin. Pallbearers were Marty Nelson, John McMullen, Jimmy Yandell, Joe Byford, Don Ridenhour and Ronnie Nelson. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 ROBERT HARDIN Robert Leroy Hardin, age 63, of Needmore, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2002 in his home. He was born October 25, 1939, in Atoka, Oklahoma, to the late Roy Lawrence Hardin and the late Edith Self Hardin. He was united in marriage to Linda Wray. Mr. Hardin was the District Representative for Pacific Gas and Electric. He was a 32nd Degree Mason of the Waldron Lodge, a Shriner, a member of the Scottish Rite and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. He was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Hardin was sent for cremation. A memorial service was held on Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 3 pm at the Ouachita Mountain Missionary Baptist Church in Needmore with Brother George Crump officiating. Arrangements were made under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. He is survived by his wife Linda Hardin of Needmore, Arkansas; one son Robert J. and his wife Teresa Hardin of Needmore, Arkansas; two brothers, Billy Joe Hardin and John Hardin both of Gilroy, California and one grandson, Tucker Lawrence Hardin of Needmore, Arkansas. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 WALTER CANADA Walter Clifford Canada, age 68, of Waldron passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a logger. Memorial services were held on Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 2:00 pm at the Waldron Pentecostal Church under the direction of Martin Funeral Home in Waldron. He is survived by three daughters, Evelena Drain of Winslow, Arkansas, Christine Berry of Van Buren, Arkansas and Cynthia Canada of Homer, Michigan; one son David Canada of Waldron; four sisters, Iceilee Jones and Heln Marsh both of Waldron, Rose Ann McNatt of Arkoma and Wanda Lecomple of Booneville and several nieces and nephews. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 EUTHA HARWELL Eutha Mae Harwell, age 54, of Waldron passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2002 in her home. She was a child care provider and a member of Southside Baptist Church. Funeral services were held Friday December 13, 2002 at 2:00 pm at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Bush Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by her husband Billy Harwell; three sons, James Harwell of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Steve Harwell and Allen Harwell both of Casa, Arkansas; her mother, Betty Brasher of Blue Mountain; one sister Bobby Berry of Driggs, Arkansas; three brothers, Dale Dickens of Blue Mountain, Don Dickens of Magazine and Bill Brasher of Blue Mountain and three grandchildren. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 RENA SMITH Rena Smith, age 94 of Needmore, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 11 at Waldron. She was the widow of Olen Smith, a member of Keener Freewill Baptist Church and a life long resident of Scott County. Funeral services were at 10:00 am Saturday, December 14 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment following at Hawkins Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mrs. Smith is survived by two nephews, Gene Sherrill and his wife Linda of Houston, Texas and Wilbur Roark and his wife Dorothy of Mena, Arkansas; two great-nephews, Michael Sherrill of Orange, California and Kevin Roark of Mena, Arkansas. Other survivors include two great- great nieces, Michelle and Melinda Sherrill and one great-great nephew, Ian Roark. ============================================================ Scott County Times 18 December 2002 JAMES DILLARD HAWKINS Waldron--Funeral services for James Dillard Hawkins, 68, of Waldron were held Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at Parks Methodist Church. Burial, with military honors, followed at Hawkins Cemetery in Parks under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mr. Hawkins died Saturday, December 14 at his home. He was a retired electrical supervisor, a member of Parks Methodist Church, a veteran of the US Navy, a member of VFW Post #1435, was a past Waldron City Councilman, was a bus driver for Waldron Public Schools and was involved in many civic, veteran and children's organizations. Survivors include his wife, Barbara of the home; two daughters, Melynda Morace of Oceanside, California and Kimberly Spencer of Fort Worth, Texas; a son, James Hawkins of San Diego, California; three sisters, Geneive Dailey of Waldron, Doris Lamon of Bull Shoals and Elgivia Lisle of Fort Smith; three brothers, Paul Hawkins of Olathe, Kansas, Bill Hawkins of Little Rock and Clifford Dailey of Waldron; and five grandchildren. Pallbearers were Paul Hawkins, Bill Hawkins, Clifford Dailey, Bill Lamon, Drake Hawkins and Dane Hawkins. Honorary pallbearers were Ouachita Mountain VFW Post #1435. ======================================================= The Waldron News 18 December 2002 CLAUDE DOUGLAS "DOUG" HUNT Claude Douglas "Doug" Hunt, 59, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on Monday, December 16, 2002 at St. Edwards Medical Center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born March 29, 1943 in Waldron to the late Ellis and Elma Hunt of Waldron. He was a bread truck driver for Colonial Bread, owner/operator of the former Sonic Drive-In on Main St. and later Doug's Drive In. He is survived by his wife, Ann of the home; two sons, Shawn Hunt and his wife Debbie of Dover, Arkansas and Clayton Hunt and his wife Jeannie of Waldron; two brothers, Don Hunt of New Mexico and Harold Hunt of California; two sisters, Wanda Watkins of Waldron and Pam Langston of Fort Smith, AR; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements were pending through Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. ======================================================= The Waldron News 18 December 2002 BETTY JO VISE ISENMAN Betty Jo Vise Isenman, age 81, of Little Rock died Tuesday, December 10, 2002. She was born December 14, 1920 in Heavener, Oklahoma, to Clarence Minor and Bertha Bethel Vise and was raised in Waldron, Arkansas. She was a graduate of Waldron High School and the University of Arkansas, where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She was a communicant and charter member of Christ the King Catholic Church, and she was also a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. She was a member of the Fair Park Extension Homemakers Club. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Albert Walter Isenman, Jr; two sons, Dr. Albert Walter Isenman III and his wife Cecelia of Evanston, Illinois and Thomas Raymond Isenman and his wife Gail of Little Rock; one daughter, Mary Bethel Isenman of Nashville, Tennessee; one granddaughter, Mary Colleen Isenman of Little Rock; one grandson, Albert Walter Isenman IV of Evanston, Illinois; and many other relatives. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 1:00 pm. Friday, December 13, 2002 at Christ the King Catholic Church with Msgr. Francis Malone officiating. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery. A Rosary was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, at Christ the King Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to Lions World Services for the Blind, 2811 Fair Park Blvd., Little Rock 72204. Arrangements were made with Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Custom Funerals & Cremations, 5800 West 12th Street, Little Rock. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.griffinleggett.com. ======================================================= The Waldron News 18 December 2002 LUCILLE LINCKS RICE Lucille Lincks Rice, 84, of Van Buren, Arkansas departed this life on Saturday, December 14th, 2002 in a local hospital. She was born September 19, 1918 in Bates, Arkansas to William Henry and Lou Emma Sliger. She was the widow of the late George Richard Lincks, her first husband. She later remarried and was widowed by the late Charles Waylen "Si" Rice of Waldron, AR. She was a homemaker, a member of the Senior Bowling League at Midland Bowl on both teams; Blue Monday and 39'ers Plus. She was a member of Northpark Baptist Church and the LLL Club at Northpark Baptist Church. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17th, 2002 at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home Chapel, with interment following at Forest Park Cemetery in Fort Smith under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home, Van Buren, AR. Mrs. Rice's grandson, the Reverend Randy Miller, with the Reverend Mike Taylor assisting, conducted the service. She is survived by a daughter, Mona S. Miller of Van Buren, AR; six sons, Richard M. Lincks of Maumelle, AR, Darrell R. Lincks of Moore, OK, Carroll R. Moore of Tulsa, OK, D.J. Lincks of Van Buren, AR, Jim W. Lincks of Richardson, TX, and John H. Lincks of Broken Arrow, OK; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great grand- children also survive her. Pallbearers were her grandsons Eddie Dean Miller, Harold Gene Lincks, Mark Aaron Lincks, Danny Cox, Wesley Earl Miller, Justin Carroll Lincks, Darrell Lincks, Jr. and John Ryan Lincks. Honorary pallbearers will be Jay Sorrells, Doyel Evans, Bud Rice, Kevin Hickman, Lee Jones and Kurt Matthews. Memorial contributions may be made to North- park Baptist Church, c/o 1516 North 11th Street, Van Buren, Arkansas 72956. ======================================================= The Waldron News 18 December 2002 ANNA MARIE SCHOON Anna Marie Schoon, 85, of Waldron, Arkansas died Monday, December 9th, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a homemaker and a Lutheran. She was preceded in death by her husband William "Bill" Schoon. She attended Waldron Pentecostal Church of God. Funeral service was at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 13th at Salem Lutheran Church in Parkston, SD with burial at Eigenfeld Lutheran Cemetery in Parkston, SD under the direction of Clements-Weise Funeral Home of Parkston, SD. Local arrangements under the direction of Putnam Funeral Home of Fort Smith, AR. She is survived by one daughter, LaVonne Alice Vearrier of Waldron, AR; two sons, Donald L. Schoon of Amarillo, TX and Calvin W. Schoon of Columbia, SC; two sisters Louella Mengenhouse of Sioux Falls, SD and Elsa Hall of Sious Falls, SD. ======================================================= The Waldron News 18 December 2002 ALLEN BURL SYLER Allen Burl Syler, age 76, of Arkadelphia died December 11, 2002 at the National Park Medical Center. He was born Jan. 10, 1926 in Scott County, Arkansas, the son of the late George and Julie Browning Syler. He was a retired employee of the U.S. Post Office, a member of Sons of American Revolution, the Clark Co. Historical Society and Third Street Baptist Church. He was a WWII Army Air Corp. veteran serving in the 101st Heavy Bombardment Group. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Clarice Davis Syler; two sons, Wayne Syler and his wife Janet of Bryant and Douglas Syler and his wife Linda of Arkadelphia; one sister, Martha Lee Grigsby of Waldron, AR; four grandchildren, James and his wife Stephanie Syler, Julie Syler, Whitney Syler and Kenda Syler. Graveside services were at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2002 in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens with Rev. James Guthrie officiating. Interment was under the direction of Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ouachita Baptist Library or Clark Co. Historical Society. Honorary pallbearers were employees of the U.S. Post Office in Arkadelphia. ==================================================== Scott County Times 25 December 2002 DOUG HUNT Doug Hunt, 59, of Waldron passed away Monday, December 16, 2002 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was an Army veteran in Vietnam and Air National Guard of Desert Storm, retired owner of Doug's Drive-In, member of the Waldron First Baptist Church and member of the American Legion. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am on Thursday, December 19, 2002 at the Waldron First Church of the Nazarene with burial at Birdsview Cemetery in Waldron. He is survived by his wife Ann of the home; two sons Shawn Hunt of Dover and Clay Hunt of Waldron; two sisters: Wanda Watkins of Waldron and Pam Hunt of Barling; two brothers: Harold Hunt of Oakhurst, California and Don Hunt of Edgewood, New Mexico. Pallbearers were Randy Watkins, Robert Hunt, Tony Tate, Russell Brown, Ron Jackson, Lincoln Tate, Wendal Thomas and Mike Wright. Honorary pallbearers were Steve Selfridge and Darin Thornsberry. ==================================================== Scott County Times 25 December 2002 DONALD POWERS Donald Leonard Powers, 48, of Waldron passed away Sunday, December 15, 2002 in a Waldron hospital. He was a former nursing home employee. He is survived by his wife Barbara; sister Judy Faye Young of Thornton, Arkansas; three brothers, Billy Grant of Longview, Texas, Randall Grant of Fordyce, Arkansas and Timmy Grant of Texas. =====================================================