Obituaries
Dr. Sherwin Aaron Allen
Jul 22, 2026
Dr. Sherwin Allen, Sr., affectionately known as "Doc," was born on February 18, 1944, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to the late Aaron Allen and Fannie Mae Allen. A loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, educator, mentor, and friend, he dedicated his life to uplifting others through faith, leadership, and education. At an early age, Sherwin accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord...
Dr. Claudis Ray Allen
Jul 22, 2026
Dr. Claudis Ray Allen was born on March 29, 1947, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to the late Aaron and Fannie Mae Allen. He peacefully departed this life on July 22, 2026, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. As we celebrate his life, we honor his parents for providing him with a solid Christian foundation rooted in love, faith,...
Judge George E. Van Hook
Jul 21, 2026
George Ellis Van Hook was born on August 27, 1948, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to the late Lt. George Ellis Van Hook, Sr. and Rupert Marie Few Van Hook.
George received his primary education in the El Dorado School District and graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1966. He continued his education at the University of Arkansas...
Jalen Floyd
Jul 19, 2026
Jalen Thomas Floyd was born on May 12, 1997, in Edina, Minnesota. From the very beginning, Jalen brought joy wherever he went. Known for his kind heart, fearless spirit, and infectious smile that could light up any room, he was truly the life of the party. His presence was unforgettable, and his ability to make others laugh, feel welcome, and...
Bruce "Chief" Smith
Jul 16, 2026
Bruce Dewayne Smith, affectionately known as "Chief," passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on October 14, 1962, Bruce was a lifelong resident of El Dorado, Arkansas, where he was known, respected, and loved by many.
Bruce attended El Dorado High School and graduated with the Class of 1981. As a child, he was...
Floyd Lott Willis
Jul 12, 2026
God, in His perfect love and sovereign grace, called our beloved Floyd L. Willis home to eternal rest. With grateful hearts, we celebrate the life he lived, the unwavering faith he demonstrated, and the many lives he touched.
Floyd L. Willis peacefully entered eternal rest during the early morning hours of July 12, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center in El...
Hazel Veasey
Jul 8, 2026
On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Mrs. Hazel Veasey Owens was called home to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was born in 1954 to Sally and Walter Owens.Hazel was a loving and caring woman whose presence brought comfort, joy, and love to those around her. She cherished spending time...
Donald Candley
Jul 4, 2026
Donald Jamar Candley was born on November 21, 1984, in Oakland, California, to Shirley Wade and James Candley. Donald departed this life on July 4, 2026. At an early age, he accepted Christ the Most High as his Savior. He attended First Saint James Baptist Church under the late Rev. Talmadge Dunwood. He later united with New East Side Baptist...
Daphne Ann Holly-Baker
Jul 3, 2026
Daphne Ann "DD" Holly Baker
There are people who simply live, and there are those whose lives leave an everlasting imprint on the hearts of everyone they meet. Daphne Ann "DD" Holly Baker was one of those extraordinary people.
Affectionately known as "DD," she was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, treasured great-grandmother, beloved sister, proud aunt, faithful educator,...
Markivia Wade
Jun 24, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Markivia Sharpea Wade. She departed this life on June 24, 2026, in El Dorado, Arkansas, at the age of 31. Markivia was a shining light with a fun-loving spirit, cherished by all who knew and loved her.
Markivia was born on November 20, 1994, to Mark Wade and Tameko...
Mary McAlphin
Jun 23, 2026
Mother Mary Ann Farris McAlphin
With hearts filled with love, gratitude, and cherished memories, we celebrate the life and legacy of Mother Mary Ann Farris McAlphin, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Affectionately known as "Mother Mac," she was born on April 3, 1948, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to the late Mother Stella Elmore Farris and Clay Farris,...
Lillian Criss
Jun 22, 2026
On Monday morning, June 22, 2026, Mrs. Lillian Criss said her farewell to her earthly life and entered eternal rest. She was born in 1950 to W.C. Ross and the late Ludie Mae Hildreth-Webb.
Lillian was truly the spice of life. She graduated from Northern High School in Flint, Michigan, in 1968. She was a dedicated employee of Albemarle Corporation, where...
Doylene Pitts
Jun 20, 2026
Doylene Williams Pitts was born to George Washington Williams and Trudy Lee Reed Williams on June 14, 1948. She was the fifth of eleven children. She graduated from Rosenwald High School in Junction City and united with El Bethel Baptist Church at an early age, where she remained a faithful member until her health declined.
Doylene was a loving wife, mother,...
Marjorie O'Guinn
Jun 15, 2026
Marjorie Young O'Guinn was born on October 1, 1935, in the Holly Springs Community of Springfield, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Adolph D. Young (A.D.) and Effie Mae Wesley Young.
On June 15, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, she was called to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, A.D. Young and...
Essielean Willis
Jun 13, 2026
Mrs. Essielean Willis was the second of five children born to Mrs. Vera Battles on November 3, 1927, in Fellowship, Louisiana. At an early age, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and attended Fellowship Baptist Church. She later united with Mount Union Baptist Church, where she maintained a lifelong and devoted membership.
She dedicated her life to serving the church...
Annie Brock
Jun 10, 2026
On November 17, 1951, Willie Roy "Shang" Williams and Gracie Lee Williams welcomed their seventh child, a daughter born on her mother's birthday, into the world. They named her Annie Dean.
She grew up in a loving home with eight siblings: Carl Roy, Willie Vell, Chester, Lester, Charles Ray, Eloise, Linda, and her surviving sister, Gladys.
Annie was baptized at an early...
Patricia Cargile
Jun 8, 2026
Patricia Ann Cargile was born on November 13, 1955, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Jimmy Lee Cargile and Dorothy Jean Thigpen-Cargile. She departed this life on June 8, 2026, at the age of 70.
Affectionately known as "Pat," she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and attended church with her family. She was the second...
Thomas Wayne Cobb
Jun 8, 2026
Thomas Wayne Cobb, 60, of El Dorado, Arkansas, received his heavenly wings peacefully on Monday morning, June 8, 2026, at his home, with his beloved sister, Dorothy, by his side.
He was born on May 17, 1966, to the late Junior Cobb and Margie Anderson. Thomas was known for his incredible sense of humor and joyful spirit. He could light...
Flynn Barnes III
Jun 7, 2026
Flynn J. Barnes III, of Murrieta, California, formerly of El Dorado, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2026, at the age of 54.
Born on July 22, 1971, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to the late Flynn J. Barnes II and Patsy Menon-Barnes, Flynn lived a life defined by honor, service, faith, and love for his family. From an early age,...
Alvin Lewis White
Jun 3, 2026
Alvin Lewis White was born on October 25, 1954, to the late Augusta and Costella Benton White in Strong, Arkansas. He was the fifth of nine children.
Alvin accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age while attending Pleasant Grove Church of God in Strong, Arkansas. He loved his church dearly and actively expressed his devotion through...
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