Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 6, 2005 issue: Garvin L. "Star" HUDDLESTON of Yellville, Arkansas died Saturday, January 1, 2005 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was 97 years old. Mr. HUDDLESTON was born April 6, 1907 at Marion County, Arkansas to Willis L. and Nancy Ellen PANGLE HUDDLESTON. He was a retired grader and dozer operator for the Marion County Road Department. Mr. HUDDLESTON retired from the Yellville Volunteer Fire Department following 20 years of service. He worked and farmed in Marion County his entire life. He also worked on the Bull Shoals Dam project. Survivors include four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
His first wife, Oma; his second wife, Zelda; two sons, Jimmy and Bobby; four brothers, James, Clan, Gus and Joe Bill; and five sisters, Nina, Sylvia, Lillia, Norine, Lella and Bonnie Jane preceded him in death. Visitation was held Monday, January 3, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Tuesday, January 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Minister James Henderson officiating. Burials followed in Georges Creek Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Funeral services for Elizabeth T. WIRTH will be private. Mrs. WIRTH died at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas on Monday, January 3, 2005. She was 87. Mrs. WIRTH was born March 16, 1917 in Brooklyn, Iowa. She Mr. WIRTH on July 1, 1941 in Brooklyn, Iowa. She was a home economics teacher in Coal City, IL and a homemaker. Survivors include her husband; three sons; one daughter; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her parents, one brother and two sisters preceded her in death. Arrangements are by Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors. Online obituary and guest book at www.kirbyboaz.com.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Florence (MARTIN) MCCRACKEN of Yellville, Arkansas died Monday, January 3, 2005 at the Marion County Nursing Home in Yellville. She was 91 years old. Mrs. MCCRACKEN was born August 14, 1913 in Marion County, Arkansas to Lee and Laura JONES MARTIN. She married George MCCRACKEN. Survivors include one son. Her parents, husband, one brother, Coy MARTIN, and three sisters, Opel HAWKINS, Anna JONES and Lee Ellen DAVENPORT, preceded her in death. Funeral service and burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Earl E. ANDERSON of Yellville, Arkansas died Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was 87 years old. Mr. ANDERSON was born November 17, 1917 at Randelman, NC to Harris Cornelius and Maleta MILLER ANDERSON. He was a retired blast furnace operator for Mclouth Steel Company. Mr. ANDERSON was a WWII veteran of the United States Army. He served in the 294th Tank Destroyer Division with the rank of First Sergeant. He was a member of the Cotter VFW, American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include two his sons; two daughters; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His wife, Margie, preceded him in death in 1990. Visitation was held Friday, January 7, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Saturday, January 8, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Tim Estes officiating. Burial followed in Layton Cemetery in Yellville with pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Elmer JORDAN, 85, of Pettigrew, Arkansas died January 5, 2005 at Regency Hospital at Springdale, Arkansas. He was born December 12, 1918 at Witter, Arkansas the son of C. A. and Sarah Annie PETREE JORDAN. He was a farmer and had retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department. He was a member of the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department Retirees Association. He was preceded in death by one son, Danny JORDAN, one brother, Art JORDAN and one sister, Edith PRATT. Survivors include his wife of sixty-two years; four sons and three daughters-in-law; three daughters and sons-in-law; two brothers; five sisters; twenty-three grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 8, 2005 in the chapel of Brashears Funeral Home with Rev. Glen Faulkner officiating. Interment followed in the Ogden Cemetery under the direction of Brashears Funeral Home at Huntsville with pallbearers and honorary pallbearers.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Elmer JORDAN, 86, of Pettigrew, Arkansas died January 5, 2005 at Regency Hospital at Springdale, Arkansas. He was born December 12, 1918 at Witter, Arkansas the son of C. A. and Sarah Annie PETREE JORDAN. He was a farmer and had retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department. He was a member of the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department Retirees Association. He was preceded in death by one son, Danny JORDAN, one brother, Art JORDAN and one sister, Edith PRATT. Survivors include his wife of sixty-two years; four sons and three daughters-in-law; three daughters and sons-in-law; two brothers; five sisters; 23 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 8, 2005 in the chapel of Brashears Funeral Home with Rev. Glen Faulkner officiating. Interment followed in the Ogden Cemetery under the direction of Brashears Funeral Home at Huntsville.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Chris HENSLEY of Yellville, Arkansas died Thursday, January 6, 2005 near Pyatt, Arkansas. He was 30 years old. Mr. HENSLEY was born June 27, 1974 at Fort Ord, California. Mr. HENSLEY served in the Arkansas National Guard. He was a member of the Yellville First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his mother; father; three brothers; one sister; and one grandmother. Graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2005 at Layton Cemetery in Yellville with Reverend Marci Ward officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Lillian G. LYON, age 92, of Yellville, Arkansas entered into rest on Friday, January 7, 2005 at the Twin Lakes Nursing Home in Flippin, Arkansas. Mrs. LYON was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on October 12, 1912 to the late Clarence Leon and Magdeline GLOECKEL CROOK. She attended college and received her teaching certificate. She taught elementary school and special education. She was a resident of Marion County since 1988. Surviving to cherish her memory are two sons; one sister; 10 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E., and son, Dean Ray LYON. Memorials may be directed to the charity of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Funeral services for Avion Sky HIGGINS, age 14 days, of Oakland, Arkansas were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2005 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation was held from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. Avion was born December 20, 2004 in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She passed away on Monday, January 3, 2005 at Children's Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. Survivors include her mother, maternal grandfather, maternal grandmother; two uncles; maternal great-aunt; and special friends. Memorials may be made to the Avion Sky Higgins account at First National Bank. Please sign the on-line guest register book at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements were under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Margrgree MEARS of Lakeview, Arkansas died Saturday, January 8, 2005 at the Twin Lakes Nursing Center in Flippin, Arkansas. She was 90 years old. Mrs. MEARS was born August 31, 1914 at the Happy Hollow area near Kingdom Springs, Arkansas to Walter and Audrey May JACOBS JOHNSON. On April 25, 1942, she married Vernie MEARS. Mrs. MEARS was a retired cook who worked at nursing home in Picher, OK. Mrs. MEARS resided in Picher, OK from 1943 until 1984. She attended the Twin Lakes Baptist Church and Lakeview Church of God and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Picher, OK. Survivors include her brother; and six sisters; brother Joe JOHNSON; and two sisters, Ruby MORTON and Faye TOSH preceded her in death. Visitation was held Monday, January 10, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Yellville with Reverend Lee Parnell officiating. Burial followed in the Fairview Cemetery in Flippin, AR with pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: Phillip Wayne STUART of Yellville, Arkansas died Saturday, January 8, 2005 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was 52 years old. Mr. STUART was born March 22, 1952 at Jacksonville, Florida to Mr. and Mary Elizabeth WILLIAMS STUART. Mr. STUART was a disabled American veteran, who served in Viet Nam with the U. S. Marine Corps. He was a member of the Yellville Ham Radio Club and the American Legion. Survivors include his wife; one son; three daughters; father; one brother; one sister; and four grandchildren. His mother and one sister preceded him in death. Graveside service was held Wednesday, January 12, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Old Midway Cemetery in Yellville, AR with Reverend Bob Johnson officiating. Visitation was held Tuesday, January 11, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 pm. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 13, 2005 issue: James A. "Jim" YOUNG died Sunday, January 9, 2005 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was 72. Mr. YOUNG was born April 6, 1932 in Marion County, Arkansas to Andy Allen and Mary Gladys TERRY YOUNG. On July 16, 1956, he got married. Mr. YOUNG was an orchard farmer for 40 years in Yakima, WA for Strausz Ranches. For the past 7 years, he has been a resident of Hardenville, Missouri. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church. He enjoyed fishing. Survivors include his wife; two daughters; one step-brother; four sisters; and two grandchildren. His parents preceded him in death. Graveside service was held Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Wickersham Cemetery in Yellville, AR with Brother James Foster officiating. No visitation was scheduled. Memorials may be made to: Alzheimer's Assoc., 919 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago, IL 60611-1676 or the Arthritis Foundation, 1330 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 20, 2005 issue: James S. VINING of Crane, Missouri and formerly of Yellville, Arkansas died Friday, January 14, 2005 at the Ozark Mountain Regional Nursing Home in Crane, Missouri. He was 90 years old. Mr. VINING was born January 2, 1915 at Valeda, Kansas to Fred and Blanche WISE VINING. On August 18, 1936, he married Glessie RICHARDSON. He was a retired farmer who worked his farm in Mound Valley, Kansas. After moving from the farm, he worked in the Carpenter Shop at the Kansas State Hospital for many years. He was a member of the Larned, Kansas Lions Club. He loved serving the Lord at the Southside Baptist Church in South Lead Hill, Arkansas where he was a faithful member. Survivors include his two sons and their wives; one daughter and her husband; one sister-in-law; six grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. His wife, Glessie; three sisters, Lorene BROWN, Mildred VINING and Bernice JOHNSON; granddaughter, Brenda SIDEBOTTOM; and great-granddaughter, Brittney VINING preceded him in death. Visitation was held one hour prior to service time at the Southside Baptist Church. Funeral service was held Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Southside Baptist Church in South Lead Hill, Arkansas with Dale Vining, Pastor Shannon O'Dell and Pastor Dale Dickinson officiating. Burial followed in the Patton Cemetery in Pyatt, Arkansas with pallbearers.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 20, 2005 issue: Berry MELTON of Harrison, Arkansas died Saturday, January 15, 2005 at the Hilltop Nursing Center in Harrison, Arkansas. He was 84 years old. Mr. MELTON was born May 16, 1920 at Pyatt, Arkansas to John Matthew and Maude Pearl SMART MELTON. In August of 1943, he married Mrs. MELTON. Mr. MELTON was employed as an Enforcement Officer for the Arkansas State Police, Weight and Standards Division. He was a member of the Pyatt Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife; one son and daughter-in-law; one daughter and son-in-law; and his little dog, Scottie. His parents, three brothers, Claude, Garland and Russell, two sisters, Vada and Ada and one grandchild preceded him in death. Visitation was held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas with Brother Kevin Duffy officiating. Burial followed in Patton Cemetery in Pyatt, Arkansas with pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Patton Cemetery Fund. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 20, 2005 issue: Dan GRAY of Pyatt, Arkansas died Sunday, January 16, 2005 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He was 33 years old. Mr. GRAY was born November 10, 1971 at Hurst, Texas. On February 12, 1992, he married Mrs. GRAY. He was employed as a truck driver. Survivors include his wife; two daughters; his parents; one brother; one sister; and three nieces. A memorial service will be held by the family at a later date. No visitation is scheduled. Burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Kelli Logan TIGUE of Mena, Arkansas and formerly of Yellville, Arkansas died Sunday, January 16, 2005 at Mena Medical Center in Mena, Arkansas. She was 44 years old. Mrs. TIGUE was born December 23, 1960 at Wichita, Kansas to Mr. & Mrs. LOGAN. She was married on September 14, 2002. Mrs. TIGUE was a special education teacher for the Mena Public School System. She was a member of the Mena First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband; a foster son; two stepdaughters; her parents; one brother; and one sister. Visitation was held Friday, January 21, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home. Funeral service was held Saturday, January 22, 2005 at Pleasant Ridge Methodist Church with Reverend Ron Robbins officiating. Burial followed in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Yellville, Arkansas with pallbearers. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Earline E. EDDINS of Bull Shoals, Arkansas died Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at the Springhill Baptist Medical Center in North Little Rock, Arkansas. She was 74 years old. Mrs. EDDINS was born on October 28, 1930 at Des Arc, Arkansas to Robert and Georgia EDWARDS. She married Charles JAMES in 1947 and they moved to California in the early 1960's, but she came home each year to visit family and friends. She was a longtime Girl Scout leader and Sunday school teacher in Modesto, CA when her children were younger. In 1966, Earline married another Des Arc native, Forrest EDDINS. She retired as a substance abuse counselor for the Sate of California and moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. In 1987, the Eddins moved back to Arkansas and settled in Bull Shoals where they both became very active in all civic and community organizations. She was active with the Theater of the Arts and was a six-year tenured member of the Bull Shoals City Council. She was secretary of the Bull Shoals VFW Post #1341, secretary of the volunteer fire department and police department auxiliaries. She was instrumental in starting the "Light the Tower" event in Bull Shoals and was a member of the Bull Shoals Baptist Church. Survivors include her two daughters and their husbands; one son and his wife; two stepsons; two stepdaughters; 17 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and both husbands. A memorial service was held Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Roller Funeral Home in Bulls Shoals. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery in Des Arc, Arkansas. Memorials may be made to the Hoevel-Barnett VFW Post #1341, P.O. Box 663, Bull Shoals, AR or the Bull Shoals Police Auxiliary. Arrangements were by Kirby-Boaz Funeral Directors. Online guestbook at kirbyboaz.com.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Rex S. BURLESON of Fayetteville, Arkansas died Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at the Fayetteville Health Nursing and Rehab in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was 87 years old. Mr. BURLESON was born November 4, 1917 in Eros, Arkansas to Joe Marvin and Oza L. DODD BURLESON. He was married on February 16, 1940. Mr. BURLESON was a retired traveling machinist, 41 years for the Union Pacific Rail in Wyoming. He was a member of the Eagle Heights Baptist Church in Harrison, Arkansas. Survivors include his wife; one daughter; three brothers; one sister; and one granddaughter. His parents, stepmother, brothers, Joe Jr., Russell and Carl and sisters Ellen and Floriene preceded him in death. Visitation was held Friday, January 21, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Friday, January 21, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville with Brother Paul Huskey officiating. Burial followed in Bruno Cemetery in Bruno, Arkansas with pallbearers. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Elizabeth R. SEARLS of Yellville, Arkansas died Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at the North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison, Arkansas. She was 85 years old. Mrs. SEARLS was born September 30, 1919 at Butler, Pennsylvania to Clarence and Agnes COLE SEDORIS. Mrs. SEARLS was a retired floral designer. She previously resided in Live Oak, Florida. She was a member of the Peel Full Gospel Church, Palm Harbor and the Florida Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include her two sons; six daughters; one brother; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Her parents, and husband, James W. SEARLS, preceded her in death. Visitation was held Saturday, January 22, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Sunday, January 23, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Peel Full Gospel Church with Reverend Carroll Johnson officiating. Burial was conducted by Daniels Funeral Home in Live Oak, Florida. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1599 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329. Arrangements were under the directions of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Mozena Dodd WILBURN, 84, of Benicia passed away Thursday, January 20, 2005 at home under the care of her husband and hospice. She was born April 2, 1920 at Marion County, Arkansas to her parents, Ernest Bingham and Mary MCENTIRE DODD. She graduated from Pyatt High School in 1940. After one year of college, she passed the teacher's exam and taught school one year. During school vacation, she went to work as a clerk in the Selective Service office, where she remained until after World War II. She married on Dec. 11, 1943. After the war, she moved to Walla Walla, Wash., with her husband, where she worked for the American Red Cross and the Veterans Administration. In 1957, the family, now with two young sons, moved to Los Angeles, where she dabbled in real estate sales and purchases along with her other hobbies, i.e. quilting, oil painting, ceramics, etc. She was very artistic and has the artwork to prove it. She is survived by her husband; two sons, one daughter-in-law and three grandchildren; one brother. Her older brother, William Arvol DODD, passed away June 10, 1998. At her request, she will be cremated without funeral services. She also requested that no flowers be sent. Instead, send donations to the American Cancer Society or a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were by Skyview Memorial Lawn, Vallejo.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 24, 2005 issue: Aletis MOORE beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully and went to be with Jesus, her Savior and Lord on Saturday, January 22, 2005 at La Posada, Mesilla Valley Hospice, Las Cruces, NM. Aletis was born to John and Effie WILLIAMS on April 4, 1921 in Yellville, Arkansas. She grew up on the family farm in the Arkansas Ozarks and most of her life values of hard work, perseverance, honesty, frugalness and love of family were forged during the hard lean years of the depression. She attended a one-room country school for most of her elementary school years and graduated from Yellville-Summit High School in 1939. She attended Conway Teacher's College in Conway, Arkansas for two years. In 1945, she met and married Rodney MOORE who was her sweetheart and husband for more than 50 years. During the course of their marriage, they lived in Kentucky and Indiana where Rodney went to college on the GI Bill in Arizona and finally in 1959 moved to Las Cruces, NM, which she came to dearly love. She loved the wide-open spaces of the desert, the beautiful Organ Mountains and the dry climate. Aletis' interests included gardening, canning, sewing, quilting and crocheting. She was a truly content being a homemaker and was happiest when her hands were busy. Her shelves were full of her home canned fruits and vegetables and she found great satisfaction in hand stitching samplers and crocheting doilies, afghans, and piecing quilts. She invested her life in the lives of her children and served in the PTA at Conlee Elementary School and Lynn Middle School and baked countless cupcakes for students as a part of her role as classroom mother. She was very willing to put the interest and concerns of her children above her own. She also served her church family by teaching children's Sunday school classes and working in women's ministries. Country Gospel music was a great source of inspiration and enjoyment for her. She will be remembered for her wonderful smile and sense of humor, her examples of gratitude and contentment and her genuine interest in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Even as her health declined, Aletis never lost her enjoyment of life or her ability to count her blessings. She rarely complained and met most of her days with a smile and gratitude. We have been blessed to have her as such an important part of our lives. Aletis is survived by her son: her daughter and son-in-law; one grandson and his wife; one granddaughter and her husband; and three-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sister; brother and his wife; her cousin; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Rodney MOORE; sisters Kathryn JUSTUS and Cecil BABEL and one great-grandchild. The family would like to thank Bea Marquez, Josie Telles and Zulema Duenas who provided care for her at her home, the staff of Las Cruces Nursing Center and the stall of Mesilla Valley Hospice. We are thankful for everything that each of you did to help our mother. Visitation for Aletis was held from 5 to 7 PM at Getz Funeral Home, Tuesday, January 25, 2005. Funeral services were Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 10 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 1800 Locust St., Las Cruces, NM, with Toy Lyle Lionbarger and Rev. Steve Foss officiating. Burial followed at Masonic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made in her memory to Mesilla Valley Hospice, 299 E. Montana, Las Cruces, NM 88005. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 52602419. For private condolences log onto www.GetzFuneralHome.com.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 3, 2005 issue: Delmer Ray DICK of Yellville, Arkansas died Sunday, January 23, 2005 at his residence in Yellville. He was 70 years old. Mr. DICK was born February 18, 1934 at Midwest, Wyoming to Delmer Hendricks and Norma Vona DICK. He was a retired truck driver and heavy equipment operator. Mr. DICK moved to Marion County from Montana in 1992. Survivors include one son, one daughter and close friend. No visitation or funeral service will be held. Burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Burl COX of Flippin, Arkansas died Monday, January 24, 2005 at Flippin, Arkansas He was 72 years old. Mr. COX was born October 9, 1932 at Buffalo City, Arkansas to William Menard and Ruth Bernice HURST COX. He married on June 19, 1965. He was a farmer, fishing guide and lifetime resident of Marion County, AR. Survivors include his wife; two sons and their wives; three daughters, two sons-in-law; one brother; one sister and brother-in-law; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. His parents and two brothers, Russell and Wade, preceded him in death. Visitation was held Wednesday, January 26, 2005 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Chapel. Funeral service will be Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville with Brother Jack Gilliland officiating. Burial will follow in Walnut Hill in Cotter, Arkansas with pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of January 27, 2005 issue: Visitation for Vera M. LUCAS was Tuesday January 25, 2005 at Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home in Bull Shoals from 1:00-3:00 P.M. Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 27, 2005 at Vantrease Funeral Home In Zeigler, Illinois at 11:00 A.M. with visitation Wednesday, January 26, 2005 from 5:00-8:00 P.M. Vera Mae LUCAS, 87 of Zeigler, Illinois passed away Monday, January 24, 2005 at Twin Lakes Nursing Home. She was born July 25, 1916 in Murphysboro, Illinois to Luther and Ethel SMITH. She married Charles LUCAS, May 2, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law; a grandson; a granddaughter; and two great grandchildren. Burial will be at St. Aloysius Cemetery in Royalton, Illinois. Arrangements are by Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home. On-line obituary and guest book at www.kirbyboaz.com.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 3, 2005 issue:James Dale PHIPPS, Sr., age 71, of Peel, Arkansas was born in Olkmulgee, Oklahoma on December 29, 1933. He passed away on January 28, 2005. His parents were Leo Carl and Murl (BRADFORD) PHIPPS. He leaves behind a wife, a daughter, and a son. Also, three grandchildren, and two great-grandsons. He also leaves behind four stepchildren. At James' request, there will be no funeral. Those who would like to do something, please consider a donation to Hospice of the Hills, P.O. Box 1927, Harrison, AR 72602 or to the American Cancer Society. He is now at peace.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 3, 2005 issue: Carla Jeannie UNGER of Yellville, Arkansas died Saturday, January 29, 2005 at her home. She was 45 years old. Mrs. UNGER was born June 22, 1959 at Mountain Home, Arkansas. On November 22, 1986, she married. She was a licensed practical nurse. Survivors include her husband; two daughters; her parents; two sisters; and five grandchildren. Visitation was held Tuesday, February 1, 2005 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home in Yellville. Funeral service was held Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Yellville, Arkansas with Jim Winland officiating. Burial followed in the Old Midway Cemetery in Yellville pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 3, 2005 issue: James Albert PAYNE of Yellville, Arkansas died Saturday, January 29, 2005 at his home. He was 89 years old. Mr. PAYNE was born October 14, 1915 at Birdeye, Arkansas to Johnny and Ella GOSS PAYNE. He was a retired buffer for the Holland Die Cast Company in Michigan. Mr. PAYNE moved to Yellville from Viola, Arkansas in February 2000. He was a U.S. Army World War II veteran. Survivors include his five sons; four daughters; one sister; 39 grandchildren; and 47 great-grandchildren. His was preceded in death by his wife, Pearline, and two sons, Tommy Randall EPPES and Lanny Rae EPPES. Visitation was held Monday, January 31, 2005 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Yellville, AR. Graveside service was held Tuesday, February 1, 2005 at Harris Chapel Cemetery in Wynne, Arkansas with Tim Davis officiating. With pallbearers. Arrangements were under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas (870) 449-6621.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 10, 2005 issue: Sylverster KLISH was born October 11, 1919 in Chicago Illinois, to Anthony and Katherine BIEGUN KLISH. He married Iris TIBOR March 9, 1940 in Iowa. Mr. KLISH was a machinist, and a U. S. Army Veteran. While serving his country he received a Good Conduct Medal and the Purple Heart. Mr. KLISH lived in Dixon, Illinois before moving to the Bull Shoals in 2002. Mr. KLISH passed away at Auburn Hills Nursing Home on January 30, 2005 at the age of 85 years, 3 months and 29 days. Survivors include three sons and their wives; one daughter and her husband; one grandson; four granddaughters, and four great-grandchildren. His parents, wife Katherine, three brothers, two sisters and two grandsons preceded him in death. Visitation was held Wednesday, February 2, 2005 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Funeral service was Thursday, February 3, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home Chapel in Bull Shoals, Arkansas. Burial followed in Newton Flat Cemetery in Bull Shoals, Arkansas.
Mountaineer Echo Newspaper Week of February 3, 2005 issue: Ruby Rae WHITSON, 68, Tipton, MO and formerly of Cotter, AR passed away Monday, January 31, 2005 at her home. She was born December 10, 1936 in California, MO the daughter of Noah Bell WILLIAMS and Ethel Mae CRAM KENNEDY who preceded her in death. She was married to Clyde Edward WHITSON who passed away March 6, 1984. She was a housewife and attended California High School. Survivors include six sons; two daughters; one sister; 27 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Karolyn Leslie FLANNERY on January 26, 2005 and a sister, Lila Belle WILLIAMS on August 4, 1995. Memorial service will be held at the Gassville Baptist Church in Gassville, AR at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 4, 2005. Officiating will be Brother Alan. Burial will be in Yellville-Summit Cemetery in Yellville, AR. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services in California, MO.
Marion County, AR - 2005 Obituaries