Obituaries
Dorothy Burns
Oct 18, 2025
On May 6, 1961, Dorothy Barnes Burns and J.T. Burns welcomed their third child, Dorothy Mae Burns, into the world.
She attended Smith School in Norphlet for her first two years of school. She began 3rd grade at Norphlet Public Schools and graduated in 1980. After high school, she went to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and lived there for a few years. She...
Reginald Caver
Oct 11, 2025
Reginald Lamar Caver, age 67, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on October 11, 2025, at his residence after a brief illness. He was born April 20, 1958, to the late Willie and Bobbie Jean Ruffin Caver in El Dorado, Arkansas.
He joined Holy Redeemer Catholic Church as a child and later, in his adult years,...
Marilyn Wade
Oct 9, 2025
Marilyn Cunningham Wade was born April 25, 1960, to Odie Bell Cunningham in Eldorado, Arkansas. Zack Modest raised her as a child. She was educated in Eldorado Schools and graduated in 1978. After graduation, she enlisted in the United States Army and served for a short period of time. She married James Clark in Minden, LA, for a period of...
Tequila Smith
Oct 9, 2025
Tequila Smith was born June 16, 1958, in Eldorado, Arkansas, to Lewis C and Emma Jean Cooper. Tequila shared a special bond with her grandparents, Jewel and Evelyn Hawthrone. Tequila graduated from Eldorado High School in 1976. She attended Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA, and graduated with her bachelor's degree from SAU in Magnolia, AR. She was a member...
Anderson Miller
Oct 7, 2025
Anderson Miller was born May 18, 1926, to Pete Miller Sr. & Georgia Ann Moore Miller in El Dorado, Arkansas. He was a father to four generations of grandchildren and a good friend to everyone who knew him. On October 7, 2025, God called him home.
He was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. He worked as a logger, J.M....
Valerie Cook
Oct 4, 2025
With deep sorrow and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Valerie Marie Powell-Cook, who departed this life on October 4, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, surrounded by loved ones, and born August 28, 1958, to Richard Powell, Sr., and Helen Cannon Steward.
Valerie was a devoted mother, a beloved sister, a proud grandmother, and a loyal friend....
Mamie Rainwater
Oct 3, 2025
We are saddened to share that Mamie Rainwater passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, at the age of 71. She was born Mamie Lee County to the parentage of Henry County Sr., and Sadie County (both preceding her in death) on October 15, 1953, in Montgomery, Louisiana.
Throughout her life, she was known for her kindness, quiet strength, and deep...
Glynn Morris
Sep 25, 2025
Glynn Marcus Morris passed away on September 25, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas, at Baptist Health Hospital. He was born on March 23, 1955, in Junction City, Arkansas.
A proud graduate of Junction City High School, Class of 1972, Glynn carried the spirit of his hometown with him throughout his life. He represented the Dragons everywhere he went. Known to...
Talithea McHenry
Sep 25, 2025
Sister Talithea Arlette McHenry, daughter of Sister DeWanda J. McHenry and the late Brother Ralph McHenry, was born April 7, 1981, in El Paso, Texas. Talithea attended El Dorado schools and graduated from El Dorado High School in 1999. She achieved her Bachelor of Science degree in the Department of Human Resources at Henderson State University in 2003. While attending...
Vickie Ford
Sep 24, 2025
Vickie Sue Malone Ford was born on March 6, 1959, in El Dorado, Arkansas, at Warner Brown Hospital to the late Willie Jack Malone and Bessie Brice-Malone.
Vickie leaves to cherish her memories her son William Ford.
On Thursday, September 24, 2025, Vickie passed away. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior, where she will be eternally united with...
Betty Hayes
Sep 22, 2025
Mrs. Betty Joe Hayes was born on December 14,1951, in Ruston, Louisiana, to the union of Earnest Carroll and Gertha Carroll. Her mother, father, and two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death.
Betty Hayes leaves to cherish her memories to her husband, Cleotha Hayes. Three daughters Diana Diaz (Javier), Elisha Hayes (Robert) Amanda Landeros- Hermelindo, two sons, Fredrick Hayes...
Willie Johnson
Sep 21, 2025
Willie served 6 years in the U.S. Army. Willie was a longtime native of Junction City Arkansas.
Willie wasn't a stranger to anyone he always had a lot of Joy! He will be missed by many, to know Willie you would love Willie.
Willie is preceded in death in death by his father Willie Fred Johnson and his mother Sara Lou Johnson...
De'Monte King
Sep 16, 2025
De'Monte Lamar King was born on January 27, 1984, at Warner Brown Hospital in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Carlton and Sherry King. He began his education at Huttig, AR School District, attending through the tenth grade. De'Monte earned his G.E.D. from Capitol High School online in 2011.
Professionally, De'Monte began working at Pilgrim's Pride in 2002, first in the Sanitation...
Evelyn Oguin
Sep 14, 2025
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. II Timothy 4: 7-8
Evelyn...
Melody Meeks
Sep 13, 2025
Melody Crystal Meeks AKA "Mel" or "Nae Nae" was born on April 5th of 1977 in Seaside, CA to Kathlyn Hunter Meeks and Vernon Meeks Jr. Sadly, on September 13,2025, she passed away!
At an early age, she began attending the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, where she would often go with her mother and sisters. As an adult, she...
Nilon Moore Jr.
Sep 13, 2025
Nilon Naron Moore, Jr., better known as Ronnie, was the third of five children born to the late Nilon Moore, Sr., and Annie Dell Snowden-Moore on April 30, 1956, in El Dorado, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at the New Bethel Baptist Church and was baptized by the late Rev. J. F. Kelley. Later in life, he united with the First...
Terry Traylor
Sep 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Terry Bernard Traylor, a beloved son, brother, and father, who was called home to be with the Lord.
Born on March 21, 1968, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to devoted parents, Perry and Verda Traylor. Terry's life was a testament to faith, perseverance, and love.
Terry attended and graduated from Norphlet High School in 1986. Early in life, he...
Sherlean Chaney
Sep 8, 2025
On September 29, 1956, Charlie and Pearline Pumphrey welcomed their first child, Sherlean Pumphrey, into the world. Sherlean's life was defined by unwavering faith, a deep love for her family, and a commitment to her community.
At an early age, Sherlean gave her life to Christ and united with Olive Branch Baptist Church, where she remained a devoted and faithful member...
Sharitha Hayes
Sep 6, 2025
Sharitha Robinson Hayes was born April 03, 1975, in Bernice, Louisiana, to Mr.Edward & Mrs. Ruby Robinson, and Mr. Lawrence Hill.
At an early age, she gave her life to Christ, where she was a member of Sweet Union Baptist Church.
Sharitha attended El Dorado High School and was a Graduate of the Class of 1994. She was an alumni of South...
LaRuth Buggs
Aug 19, 2025
Sister LaRuth Hildreth-Buggs, lovingly called Mama Lay, was born on April 19, 1947, in Ogemaw, Arkansas, to Reverend Curtis Hildreth, Sr., and Callie Mae Charles. Raised in a household guided by faith and compassion, she answered the call to serve others from an early age, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. LaRuth's life was characterized by her boundless...
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