Obituaries

ShaHannah Boone

ShaHannah Boone

Aug 9, 2021

ShaHannah D. Bonne went to be with the Lord August 9, 2021,

Born April 8, 1995 to Cristina Miller Boone and Lennis Boone.  One of ShaHannah’s biggest joys was being around children. 

She was a 2013 El Dorado High School Graduate who loved cooking as well as being around her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her...

James Lee Davis Jr.

James Lee Davis Jr.

Aug 8, 2021

James Lee Davis, Jr. mechanic and a lifelong resident of El Dorado, Arkansas, died on Sunday, August 8, 2021, at the age of 60. 

James (Junior) is survived by his spouse, companion, and best friend Sharon Hicks (Davis), his stepson Jermaine Powell, his brother Earnest (Vera) Davis, his sisters; Rosetta Davis, Sonda (Reggie) Holly, Vonda Davis, and Angula Davis.  He...

Hamp Robert Stokes Sr.

Hamp Robert Stokes Sr.

Aug 5, 2021

Hamp R. Stokes Sr was born on March 8, 1941, in Norphlet, Arkansas, to Benjamin (Ben) and Ollie V. Stokes. He was the youngest of six children. He married Gwendolyn Lucille Ford, and to this union, three sons (Hamp Jr., John, and Anthony) were born.   Hamp moved to Los Angeles, CA, in the late 1960s and returned to Norphlet,...

Diane "Ms. Daisy" Crayton

Diane "Ms. Daisy" Crayton

Aug 4, 2021

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

 Sister Diane Crayton (Daisey, Lady D) was born October 26, 1958, in Caledonia, AR. She was the daughter of the late Jimmy Lee Frazier and the late Janie Lee Crayton.

Diane spent a...

Lawrence Edward Webster

Lawrence Edward Webster

Jul 28, 2021

Brother Lawrence Edward Webster was born to Booker T. and Molly Webster on August 21, 1956, in Calion, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his wife Melissa Webster, parents; two brothers: Charles Meadows and John Douglas Webster; four Sisters: Gloria Bean, Betty Purifoy, Sylvian Webster, and Eula Mae Hegler.

Brother Lawrence was raised in Calion, Arkansas, where he worked...

Tamy Diane Buggs

Tamy Diane Buggs

Jul 28, 2021

Tamy Diane Turner Buggs was born June 25, 1962, in Strong, Arkansas (Free Hope Community) to Alvin and Lorene Turner.

As a daddy’s girl, she loved spending time with her daddy working on cars and driving him around. Her loving mother introduced her to Christ. She spent many days walking the country road to the church. As a child, she...

Joys Welcome King

Joys Welcome King

Jul 26, 2021

The life of Joys W. (Duke) King, a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Hero, Protector, Provider, and Survivor. Joys, also known to most as George, was born on September 9, 1947, to the late Malcolm and Margaret King (preceded in death) in Lawson, Arkansas. The 9th child, he grew up in a large family. Joys was a God-fearing man, giving his...

Willie “B” Bell Coggins

Willie “B” Bell Coggins

Jul 26, 2021

Queen Willie Bell “B” Coggins was born February 25, 1911, in Summerfield, La, to the Late Andy Davis and the late Eula Davis.

Monday, July 26, 2021. After Living 110 blessed and thankful years, she was the oldest living native in Union County. ”B” transitioned in her room in El Dorado, AR, with her loving son and best friend by...

Odell Waller

Odell Waller

Jul 23, 2021

Odell was born on October 29, 1960, to the late Arseller and Catherine Waller in Odessa, Texas.

On July 23, 2021, he departed this life at the Michael unit Hospice in Tennessee Colony, Texas.

He was a member of the union Arc Baptist Church. He attended Junction City, Arkansas School District.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents,...

Bishop Eddie Anthony Yarbrough

Bishop Eddie Anthony Yarbrough

Jul 23, 2021

Bishop Eddie A. Yarbrough, Jr. was born April 15, 1947, in El Dorado, AR, to Eddie Yarbrough Sr. and Sadie Yarbrough. He attended Washington High School in El Dorado, AR, and was a 1965 graduate of the National Job Corps in Fort Worth, Tx, with a degree in Studio Art and drafting. In 1966 he received his call to ministry...

Mary Virgenette Wade

Mary Virgenette Wade

Jul 22, 2021

Thursday, July 22, 2021, God came down from heaven above to pick up one of his best angels.

For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed in him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16

Her Birth-

Miss Mary V. Wade was born November 21, 1960, in El Dorado, AR,...

Eric (Lil E) Jermaine Cowser

Eric (Lil E) Jermaine Cowser

Jul 21, 2021

Eric was born July 28, 1983, to the parentage of Jerry and Loretta Cowser in El Dorado, Arkansas.

He departed this earthly world on July 21, 2021, at the Medical Center of South Arkansas.

He was a member of the union Arc Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated from Junction City High School, where he was an avid Basketball player. He...

Debra Smith

Debra Smith

Jul 13, 2021

On March 24, 1959, Debra Smith was born in El Dorado, AR, to John Calvin Henry and Murphy Mae Smith Henry. She was raised and adopted by her mom Jo Ann Williams and her dad Malachi Williams at birth.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was a member at First St. James Missionary Baptist Church for many years.

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Mandy Mayweather

Mandy Mayweather

Jul 12, 2021

Mrs. Mandy Williams-Mayweather was born August 1, 1925, to the late Mr. Jim Williams and Noella Meeks- Williams of the Macedonia Community.

Mrs. Mandy Mayweather is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Mayweather; son, Maceo Mayweather; daughter, Mary Ann Eutsey; two sisters, Corrine Murchesion; Rosetta Sturgis; Six brothers; Booker T. Williams, Johnnie Williams, J. B. Williams, J. C. Williams,...

Christine Jackson

Christine Jackson

Jul 11, 2021

Christine Jackson was born in Crossett, Arkansas, on November 14, 1970, to the late Parnell Jackson Sr. and Johnnie Mae Bridgerman Jackson.

She graduated from Crossett High School in 1991. She resided in El Dorado, AR. until last year, where she moved to Little Rock, AR.

God, in His infinite wisdom, dispatched an angel and called Ms. Jackson home on...

Tonya Ford

Tonya Ford

Jul 10, 2021

On April 1, 1970, Tonya Ford was born to the late Beatrice Thomas –Ganter and William Slade.

She is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and one sister.

Tonya Ford was a CNA; she worked with different agents in El Dorado. She loved taking care of people and her family for many years until her health declined in 2017.

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Jacoby "Lil Coby" Jawan Edwards

Jacoby "Lil Coby" Jawan Edwards

Jul 6, 2021

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou...

Gregory Andre Hayes

Gregory Andre Hayes

Jul 5, 2021

Monday, July 5, 2021, one of God's finer soldiers entered into eternal rest.  He was born May 5, 1962, to John H. Hayes and the late Mary Hayes.

Monday, July 5, 2021, one of God's finer soldiers entered into eternal rest.

He was born May 5, 1962, to John H. Hayes and the late Mary Hayes.

Gregory was preceded in...

Annie Dell Snowden-Moore

Annie Dell Snowden-Moore

Jul 3, 2021

Annie Dell Snowden-Moore was the youngest child of Jesse Snowden and Mahalia Briggs-Snowden.  She was born August 27, 1932, in Oak Ridge, LA, and departed her earthly sojourn on July 3, 2021, at her residence.

She attended school in the Mt. Willie community and later completed her high school diploma by attending night school in El Dorado, AR.  She later...

Kera Ellen Ross

Kera Ellen Ross

Jul 1, 2021

Sister Kera Ellen Ross was born July 5, 1974 in El Dorado, Arkansas to Ruth Ross (Johnson).  She was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church in El Dorado, Arkansas.

On July 1, 2021, Kera left this life to go to her final resting place at Medical Center South Arkansas, El Dorado Arkansas.

She is preceded in death by her grandmothers,...