Obituaries
Ezekiel "Zeke" Ridgell Jr.
Jan 21, 2021
Our beloved brother, Ezekiel Ridgell Jr., better known as Zeke, ascended to heaven on January 21, 2021. Born February 17, 1962, Zeke was 58 years old when he passed away in El Dorado, AR. Zeke was preceded in death by his parents Ezekiel and Dorothy Ridgell, and one sister Dorothy Jean Ridgell.
He leaves behind to mourn his loss of...
Traci Leatrice Harris
Jan 18, 2021
He has redeemed my soul in peace from the battle that was against me, for there were many against me. Psalm 55:18
On November 9, 1986, God blessed Yung and Sharon Harris with their first daughter, Traci Leatrice Harris.
At an early age, Traci joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church in El Dorado, Arkansas, where she was very active. She...
Birdie Mae Johnson
Jan 12, 2021
For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16
Sister Birdie Mae Johnson was born March 16, 1950, in El Dorado, Arkansas. She was the daughter of the late Lee and Annie Mae Johnson. She departed this life on Tuesday, January 12,...
Gilbert Paul Henry
Jan 12, 2021
On the 22nd of August, 1958, a baby boy entered the earth's atmosphere, the 7th of what was to be 11 children. Born to Sylvera and T.C. Henry Sr. They named him Gilbert Paul. He was quite a character, and no one could stay angry with Gilbert very long because you were laughing too hard at his jokes. He never...
Priscilla Louise Hollidy
Jan 5, 2021
Priscilla Louise Hollidy was born March 14, 1937, in Junction City, Arkansas. She is the third child of the late Johnnie and Gordie Hill.
Priscilla was educated within Junction City school district and graduated from Rosenwald High School. She was a member of the basketball team, The Rosenwald Tigers. Soon after graduation, she attended cosmetology school in Texarkana, Arkansas,...
Charles Anthony McHenry
Jan 3, 2021
Charles Anthony McHenry was born on October 29, 1978, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Wynoia Faye Ward and Tony McHenry.
At an early age, Charles accepted Christ as his Savior and began his Christian journey at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Strong, AR, while being raised by Robert and Fannie McHenry.
As a child, Charles “Toe” enjoyed playing basketball and dominoes...
Sharnes “Punkin” McGhee
Jan 2, 2021
On December 7, 1999, Sharnes (Punkin) McGhee was welcomed into this world by Barry and Fredia McGhee. She departed this life on January 2, 2021, in Conway, Arkansas. Sharnes; was the third and the youngest child of this loving couple.
As a child Sharnes warmed the hearts of all her family as they watched her grow and develop in life....
Rodricus U. Townsend Jr.
Jan 1, 2021
Rodricus Townsend was born September 11, 1997, to Latasha Samuel and Rodricus Townsend Sr. in El Dorado, Arkansas.
He was an artist. He loved making music and enjoyed time with his family. Rodricus was also known as “Lil Rod” and “Bogey.”
He was preceded in death by 4 great grandparents Hazel Williams Heard, Charles Heard, Mollie Johnson, and Will Sapp.
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Alice Alford
Dec 29, 2020
Alice Alford was born on August 15, 1957, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Jody and Lula Clemons's parentage.
Alice went through her transformation and served the Lord with everything she had. She was a faithful member of the Douglas Chapel Baptist Church; Alice started a substance abuse support group for incarcerated women transitioning back into society. Alice was a mentor...
Frank “Lightning” Cleveland Fields Sr.
Dec 29, 2020
Frank Cleveland Fields Sr. was born to the late Grover Cleveland Fields and Mattie James Thompson Fields on July 31, 1922, in Lillie, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his aforementioned parents, son Frank Cleveland Fields Jr., sisters Loree Fields, Eudoxie Neel Fields, Cloria Fields, a brother George E. Fields and a dear Sister-in-Law Illean Harris.
He accepted...
James "JB" Dale Bowens Jr.
Dec 29, 2020
James Dale Bowens Jr. was born April 1, 1990, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Rhonda Waller Jones and James Bowens Sr.
He was affectionately known as “JB” and at an early age united with Bible Baptist Church in Norphlet.
On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, God called James home to be united with his maternal grandmother Linda Marie Waller and grandfather ...
Stephanie Branch
Dec 27, 2020
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Matthew 11:28-30
Stephanie J. Branch was born to Theodore...
George Lewis Loggin
Dec 27, 2020
George Lewis Loggin was born May 22, 1937 to the late Jesse and Artrice Craig Loggin in Strong, Arkansas. He is now able join a host of family & friends and his beloved wife of 57 years, bone of his bone and flesh of flesh, the mother of his seeds, grandmother of his generation, a flower in the field, Daisy...
Isiah Pierce
Dec 27, 2020
Mr. Isiah Pierce, which most people knew him as a teen, was born August 12, 1956, to the late Edward and Ophelia Pierce.
On December 27, 2020, Isiah (Teen) eternally united with his parent as he transitioned to his final resting place.
He was preceded in death by both parents, one sister Sally Harper, and four brothers Jimmy Ford, John...
Jeffrey Atkins
Dec 26, 2020
Jeffery Deon Atkins was born July 6, 1972 in El Dorado, Arkansas to Thelma Whatley and John Atkins. He attended El Dorado High School and later became a truck driver for Heslep Concrete Co. in Benton, Arkansas. Jeffery enjoyed fishing, playing golf, working on vehicles, BBQ and cooking; he loved his mother’s dressing and sweet potato pie. He also enjoyed...
Anthony "Reb" Harris
Dec 26, 2020
“I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith 2 Timothy 4:7…front.
For everything, there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted.
Ecclesiastes 3: 1-2
Anthony...
Deacon Jerry Hegwood
Dec 25, 2020
Deacon Jerry Hegwood was born June 19, 1949, the youngest son of the late Mack and Catherine Hegwood of Smackover, Arkansas. Jerry attended Smackover Training School, graduating from high school in 1967. He obtained a degree in Industrial Arts at Arkansas AM&N (the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff) in 1969. Jerry was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1969...
Pauline Henry
Dec 24, 2020
Pauline (Brown) Henry, born November 7, 1938, in Junction City, Arkansas to the late Ardis and Lillie Mae Brown (Ross). Pauline answered the heavenly call on Wednesday, December 24, 2020, at the Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado, Arkansas. Surrounded by family and loved ones, she exited this earthly home to go be with the one who loved...
Barbara Gail Rodgers
Dec 12, 2020
Barbara Gail Rodgers was born on February 17, 1964, in El Dorado, AR. To the late Robert “Red” Rodgers and Mary Lee Rodgers. Barbara departed this life Saturday morning with her children by her side on December 12, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital Little Rock, AR.
Barbara leaves to cherish her daughters Nicole Thomas of Fort Worth, TX., Danielle Rodgers...
AG Aaron
Dec 11, 2020
AG Aaron is also known as “Al” was born to Florence and AC Aaron He confessed a belief in Christ at an early age at Zion Watch Missionary Baptist Church. AG was employed by ConAgra poultry plant. AG fell deeply in love and married his soul-mate Betty Aaron on October 26, 1984. They shared 36 wonderful years. "Al" enjoyed being...
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