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The Waldron News
14 April 1999
PETE W. NANCE

Pete W. Nance, 86, of Waldron, died Thursday, April 8, 1999 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired construction contractor and attended the Haw Creek Baptist Church. Memorial service was at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 10 at Haw Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Ada Nance, of the home; two sons: Robert J. Taylor of Palmdale, Calif. and Stephen L. Taylor of Ojai, Calif; one sister, Rita Warren of Camarillo, Calif; six grandchildren: Karen D. Kelton, Larry Kelton, Max Taylor, Allie Taylor, Sherry Taylor, all of California, and Shawn L. Taylor of Fort Hood, Tex; two great- grandchildren. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

The Waldron News
9 June 1999
LOUIS LEE NAPIER, SR.

Louis Lee Napier, Sr., 57, of Booneville, died May 31, 1999 in a Booneville hospital. He was a heavy equipment operator and a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Booneville. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Napier. Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on June 4, 1999 in First Freewill Baptist Church in Booneville with burial at Lick Creek Cemetery near Booneville. Survivors include his wife, Johnnie Napier, of the home; two daughters, Debbie Napier of Mansfield and Ronda Young of Booneville; one step-daughter, Mollie Kennedy of Booneville; two sons, Louis "Tootie" Napier and Andy Napier, both of Booneville; three step-sons, Clay Holbrook of Grand Prairie, Tex., Scott Holbrook of York, Virginia and Dale Johnson of Booneville; his parents: Jack and Jimmye Napier of Booneville; two sisters, Jackie Brown of Florida and Sarah Jane Ramsey of Fort Smith; one brother, Harry Napier of Booneville; nine grandchildren and 16 step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild and five step-great-grandchildren. Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville was in charge of arrangements.

The Waldron News
14 April 1999
OPAL OLIVER NEAL

Opal Oliver Neal, 86, of Waldron, died Saturday, April 10, 1999 in a Waldron hospital. He was a farmer and a member of the First Baptist Church where he was a deacon. He was past president of Scott County Farm Bureau. Mr. Neal was preceded in death by his wife, Inez Neal. Funeral service was at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 1999 in First Baptist Church with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron. Survivors include his daughter, Sandra Neal Erwin of Dallas, Tex; two sons: William Oliver Neal of Dallas, Tex. and Thomas Earl Neal of Carbondale, Ill; eight grandchildren: William Russell Neal, Allison Lee Neal, David Earl Neal, Kent Alan Neal, Patrick Shawn Neal, Canssandra Ann Sabel, Kimberly Ruth Hasty and Pamela Jane Jones; 13 great- grandchildren. Pallbearers were Kent Neal, Shawn Neal, Russell Neal, Billy Hasty, Jeff Sabel and Keith Roberts. Honorary pallbearers were W.J. Rimmer, L.R. Sawyer and Curtis Oliver. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Scott County Times
23 June 2004
WILLIAM NEILL

Fort Smith--A memorial service for William Neill, 44, of Fort Smith was held Friday, June 18, 2004 at 2 pm at Putman Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith. Mr. Neill died June 1, 2004 in Van Buren. He was a construction worker. Survivors include two daughters, Stephanie Neill of Yakima, Washington and Trisha Neill of Vicksburg, Washington; a son, Michael Reed of Fort Smith; his father, Jimmy Brooks of Waldron; three sisters, Darlene Prine and Debbie Pipkins, both of Cassville and Pamela Rose of Waldron; three brothers, Jeffery Neill of Alma, Richard Neill of Fort Smith and Jason Neill of Waldron; and two grandchildren.

The Waldron News
19 December 2007
CHARLES B. NELSON

Charles B. Nelson, 63, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Saturday, December 15, 2007 in his home. He was retired from the Waldron Furniture Factory and Tyson. He was a veteran of the Korean War and a member of the Temple Baptist Church. Funeral service was 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at the Winfield Baptist Church with interment in the Sehorn Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. he is survived by his wife, Phyllis Nelson of the home; one daughter, Marianne Decker of Waldron, Arkansas; one son, John Charles Nelson of the home; two grandchildren, Kalyn and Lukas Isom of the home; one sister, Dorthy Thompson of Greenwood, Missouri; one niece, Karen and her husband Bill Bergman; and one nephew, Bryan Searcy. Pallbearers were Duane Blackmon, Gary Nelson, Rick Love, Jeff Janway, Robert Blackmon, Rusty Nelson. Honorary pallbearers were Wallace Aspinwall, Brandon Nelson, Ed Nelson, Gary Janway, Jeff Gaines, Ronnie Nelson, M.C. Nelson, Tony Blackmon, Davey Hanshaw.

The Waldron News
13 September 2000
DAVID L. NELSON

David Nelson was born on May 4, 1940 at Sault Ste. Marie, MI, the son of Robert and Rose Zornes Nelson. He grew up at St. Ignace, MI and graduated from high school. He then attended business college at Bay City, MI. David worked for Computer Services Corporation and DNR Development Corporation. His work took him to Pakistan from 1970-1975 and then to Iran until 1978. David was married to Kay Tarrant on December 1, 1976 in Tehran, Iran. In 1978, they moved to Elk City, OK where they owned a motel for three years. David was the Vice-President with Dalon Enterprises from 1981 - 1986. He then worked for Simon Engineering in Norman, OK. He was a pastor from Arkansas from 1993 - 1998. David and Kay moved to Sioux Falls in May of 1999. David passed away at Sioux Valley Hospital after a long bout with cancer on August 26, 2000 at the age of 60. David liked to hunt and fish, and he enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling. Grateful for having shared in his life is his wife, Kay; parents, Robert and Rose Nelson of St. Ignace, MI; four sons, Ric Nelson and Mike Nelson, both of Everett, WA, Mark Cress of Edmonds, WA, John Cress of Ozark, Arkansas; three daughters, Kimberly Hillier of Everett, WA, Mary Lawrence of Sioux Falls, Patti Severson of Tea; 9 grandchildren, Allen Nelson, Jennifer Hillier, Mike Hillier, Derek Cress, Tiffany Cress, Tabitha Cress, Darrell Severson, Troy Lawrence and Tim Lawrence; one great grand-daughter, Kassidy Kay Lee; one brother, Jim Nelson of Tucson, AZ; one sister, Jo Ann Brohl of Wyandotte, MI; and a host of extended family and friends. Pallbearers were Richard Severson, Darrell Severson, Troy Lawrence, Kelly Ward, John Cress and Jim Nelson.

Scott County Times
4 June 2003
GERALD NELSON

Gerald Winton Nelson, 89, of Waldron, Arkansas (formerly of Kansas City, Missouri) died Monday, June 2, 2003 at his home. Funeral services will be 2 pm Friday, June 6, 2003 at Cedar Creek Community Church. Burial in Cedar Creek Cemetery, Cedar Creek, Arkansas. Visitation will be Thursday, June 5, 2003 from 4 pm to 9 pm at the funeral home. Mr. Nelson retired from the Ford Motor Co. in Kansas City in 1976 and moved back to his home state that same year where he farmed 400 acres until his "second" retirement in 1999. He was a member of Waldron First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Loretta in 2002. He is survived by his son Jerry D. Nelson of Kansas City and four daughters, Nadine Watson of Waldron, Ilene Robinson of Kansas City, Jonell Biemeck of Colonial Beach, Virginia and Evalyn Hanson of Ft. Worth, Texas; twelve grandchildren; twenty nine great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Wayne and David Nelson, Greg and Tim Robinson, Marty, Rick and Raymond Watson and Rod Courtney. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.

The Waldron News
14 July 1999
HENRY LYNN NELSON

Henry Lynn Nelson, 79, of Waldron, Arkansas died on Friday, July 2, 1999 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired truck mechanic for Pepsi, a Protestant and a Veteran of WWII. Graveside services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 5, at Pilot Prairie Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. He is survived by his wife, Venita of the home; one daughter, Glenda Caldwell of Waldron, AR; one son, Jim Nelson of Waldron, AR; his mother, Vonnie Shores of Waldron, AR; one brother, Bobby Shores of St. Louis, MO; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Scott County Times
20 October 2004
JENNIE LYNN NELSON

Jennie Lynn Nelson, born November 7, 1911 in Avenger, Texas passed away on September 30, 2004 in Arkansas while visiting with family. She was 92 years old. Mrs. Nelson moved to Merced in 1945 which she made her home and it was here that she raised her family. Mrs. Nelson was a dedicated member of Calvary Temple Pentecostal Church of God for over 50 years. She devoted many hours teaching her Sunday school class, visiting the sick and afflicted, and in any other way that she could serve others. Mrs. Nelson loved reading her bible and sharing that knowledge with those around her. She loved having the young people in her home ready to be fed and prepared numerous meals on a small budget that somehow fed every one that arrived. Mrs. Nelson was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Herman Nelson in 1984 and her son, Ed Nelson. She is survived by her children, Billy J. Nelson of Boles, Arkansas, Betty Brooks of Pahrump, Nevada, Helen Broussard of Pahrump, Nevada, Sheri Parker of Boles, Arkansas, Steve Nelson of San Jose and Judy Saunders of Edmond, Oklahoma, 12 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. A visitation has been scheduled for Monday, October 4, 2004 from 2-7 pm at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Chapel with the funeral service to follow on Tuesday, October 5, 2004 at 11 am at Calvary Temple, 2740 Hwy. 59, Merced, California. Interment will be at Merced District Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Chapel.

Scott County Times
5 July 2000
JOHNNIE NELSON

Bonanza--Johnnie E. Nelson, 82, of Bonanza died Thursday, June 29, 2000 in his home. He was retired from civil service, a member of the Bonanza Assembly of God and an army veteran of World War II. Funeral services were held at 2 pm on Monday, July 3, 2000 at Bonanza Assembly Of God Church with burial at Hartford Memorial. He is survived by his wife, Sarah (Onie Slater) Nelson; one son, Elmer Nelson of Bonanza; two sisters, Marie Furnatter of Edessa, Texas and Hilda Plumlee of Garland, Texas; one brother, Roland Nelson of Bismark; four grandchildren, Laurie Beam, Larry and Ricky Nelson and Cindy Ledbetter, and eight great- grandchildren.

Scott County Times
24 July 2002
LUCY LORETTA NELSON

Waldron--Funeral services for Lucy Loretta Nelson, 85,of Waldron were held Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 2 pm at Parks Baptist Church. Burial followed at Cedar Creek Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Mrs. Nelson died Saturday, July 20, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a homemaker, a cook and a seamstress. She was a member at Waldron First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Gerald of the home; four daughters, Nadine Watson of Waldron, Ilene Robinson and Evalyn Sue Hansan both of Kansas City, Missouri and Jonell Biembeck of Colonial Beach, Virginia; a son, Jerry DeWayne Nelson of Kansas City, Missouri; two sisters, Ivonne Biship of Birmingham, Alabama and Irene Roberson of Richmond, California; a brother, Herman Byram of San Antonio, Texas; twelve grandchildren; thirty-three great grandchildren; and two great-great grand- children. Pallbearers were Marty Watson, David Nelson, Rick Watson, Raymond Watson, Wayne Nelson, Greg Robinson, Rod Courtney and Tim Robinson.

The Waldron News
10 February 1999
OPAL MAE NELSON

Opal Mae Nelson, 77, of Waldron died Feb. 4 in a local hospital. She was a retired nursing home laundry worker and a member of the Winfield Baptist Church. Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Feb. 6 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Survivors include two daughters, Madge Blackburn of Lawrence, Kansas, Jean Milligan of Waldron; two sisters, Joyce Vaught of Waldron, Emma Watkins of Weed, California; one brother, Johnny Cole of Waldron; one grandchild, Darrin Milligan of Waldron; two great grandsons, Dustin Milligan of Waldron, Cory Milligan of Waldron. Pallbearers were Ronnie Nelson, M.C. Nelson, Marty Nelson, James Kopf, Rainey Ridenhour, Jake Johnson. Viewing was from noon to 9 p.m. Feb. 5. Honorary pallbearers were Terry Plummer, Travis Plummer, Denver Plummer, Tony Vaught and Herman Atchley.

The Waldron News
17 February 1999
OPAL MAE NELSON

Opal Mae Nelson, 77, of Waldron died Feb. 4 in a local hospital. She was a retired nursing home laundry worker and a member of the Winfield Baptist Church. Funeral service was from 10 a.m. Feb. 6 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Survivors include two daughters, Madge Blackburn of Lawrence, Kansas, Jean Milligan of Waldron; two sisters, Joyce Vaught of Waldron, Emma Watkins of Weed, California; one brother, Johnny Cole of Wilton; one grandchild, Darrin Milligan of Waldron; two great grandsons, Dustin Milligan of Waldron, Cory Milligan of Waldron. Pallbearers were Ronnie Nelson, M.C. Nelson, Marty Nelson, James Kopf, Rainey Ridenhour and Jake Johnson. Honorary pallbearers were Terry Plummer, Travis Plummer, Denver Plummer, Tony Vaught and Herman Atchley. Viewing was from noon to 9 p.m. Feb. 5.

Scott County Times
25 May 2005
ORVEL NELSON

Orvel L. Nelson, age 87 of Fort Smith, Arkansas died Friday, May 20, 2005 in Fayetteville Hospital. He was retired U.S. Army and a meber of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He is survived by two daughters, Zandra Andrews of Barling, Arkansas and Mary Young of Seattle, Washington; one son, Wayne G. Nelson of Fayetteville, North Carolina; two sisters, Bonnie Taylor of Pensacola, Florida and Kathryn Montoya of Longview, Texas; eleven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Funeral will be at 10:00 am Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Fort Smith, Arkansas with burial at Lamb Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas.

Scott County Times
4 January 2006
RUTH NELSON

Ruth Ann Horn Nelson, age 63, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Friday, December 23, 2005 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a member of the Sugar Grove Methodist Church and a Four Star Cashier at the Waldron Wal-Mart. Funeral service was held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, December 27, 2005 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with interment at Sugar Grove Cemetery in Sugar Grove, Illinois under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by one daughter, Barbra Gregory of Waldron; two stepdaughters, Sharon Melton of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Julia Reed of Pocola, Oklahoma; three sons, Brian Scott Nelson and wife Maria of Los Angeles, California, Jon Eric Nelson of Sugar Grove, Illinois and Douglas Lee Nelson of Pocola, Oklahoma; mother, Jeannette Hartman of Sugar Grove, Illinois; three sisters, Beverly Morshon and husband Gary of Lindenwood, Illinois, Cheryl Andrews and husband Dewayne of Dixon, Illinois, Ceryl Benson and husband Bob of Batavia, Illinois; two brothers, Bill Hartman and wife Ruth Ann of Taylor Ridge, Illinois, Bill Horn and wife Pat of Mesa, Arizona; nine grandchildren, Treasure Nicole, Scott Lee, Joel Adam, Tyler Jason Gregory, Jay Dillon, Ashlee Nicole, Jeff Melton, Wayne Boyd and John Hill. She was preceded in death by Ervin Horn, Deverl Hartman, Ervina Horn, Eddie Gregory and Jay Hanson.

The Waldron News
18 November 1998
WINTON RAY NELSON

Winton Ray Nelson, 76, of' Waldron died Nov. 11, 1998 in his home. He was a member of the Winfield Baptist Church, cattleman and a farmer. Funeral services were set for 10 a.m. Nov. 14 at the Winfield Baptist Church with burial at Sehorn Cemetery at Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Survivors include two daughters, Madge Blackburn of Lawrence, Kansas, Jean Milligan of Waldron; one son, Gary Ray Payne of Waldron; one sister, Carlene Blackburn of Lawrence, Kansas; one brother, M.C. Nelson of Waldron; one grandson, two great-grandsons, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were James Kopf, Rainey Ridenhour, Waymon Sparks, Bill Dedmon, Opal Yandell and Bill Sanders. Honorary pallbearers were Leonard Ridenhour, Charles Nelson, Ed Nelson, Ronnie Nelson and Gary Nelson.

Scott County Times
26 November 2003
OVAL NEVILLS

Waldron--Oval Nevills, 84, of Waldron, Arkansas died Saturday, November 22, 2003 in a Waldron nursing home. He was a retired rancher, veteran of W.W.II and a member of the Hon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his late wife Avanell Nevills. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, November 25, 2003 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Kirk Cemetery at Cauthron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife Yvonne of the home; one son, Kenneth and wife Geanetta Nevills of Cauthron, Arkansas; three step sons, Curtis and Kevin Scott of Boles, Arkansas and Keith Scott of Decatur, Arkansas; one sister, Vida Davis of Parlier, California; one grandchild, Troy and wife Tammy of Cauthron, Arkansas, Travis of Cauthron, Marlene and husband Summerhill of Cedarville, Arkansas; and four grandchildren. Pallbearers were Roger and Russell Sparks, Billy Tull, Alvin Carnahan, Curtis Scott and Melvin Kelley.

The Waldron News
9 June 1999
CHARLES NEWBERRY

Charles Newberry, 71, of Waldron, died Friday, May 28, 1999 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired car salesman, a Baptist, and a member of the Arkansas Blue Grass Association. He was preceded in death by his mother, Flarabel Dozier, and his brothers, Wando and Frankie. Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1 in Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial at Pleasant Grove #3 Cemetery in Waldron. Survivors include his wife, Marcine, of the home; three daughters, Patsy Walker of White Hall, Sharon Williams of Stuttgart and Pamela Davis of Waldron; two sons, Jerry Newberry of Waldron and David Newberry of Fort Smith; one sister, Martha Lou Watkins of Waldron; two brothers, Jerry Newberry of Crosbyton, Tex. and Dickie Newberry of Waldron; ten grandchildren: Rusty, Angie, Vicki, Tammy, Tresha, Shawn, Sonya, Travis, Brian and Brad; 17 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Bill Sanders, Ira Yeoman, Glen Dale Sparks, Robert Newman, Clyde Garvin and Lester Tucker. Honorary pallbearers were James Richmond, Herman Atchley, Fred Morton, Boone Carlton, Bill Needham. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

The Waldron News
20 January 1999
FRANKIE LOYD NEWBERRY

Frankie Loyd Newberry, 65 of Waldron died Jan. 16, in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a Baptist, Veteran of Korean War, a member of the Scott County Chamber of Commerce, was owner and operator of a variety of businesses including an Auto Parts Store, Restaurant and Motel and he was a Real Estate Developer. Funeral service is set for 10 a.m. Jan. 20 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by his wife Louise; two daughters, Cindy Nelson of Waldron, Cathy Keener of Parks; mother, Flara Bell Dozier of Waldron; one sister, Martha Lou Watkins of Waldron; three brothers, Charles Newberry and Dickie Newberry of Waldron, Jerry Newberry of Plainview, Texas; two grandsons and three granddaughters. Pallbearers are Davin Hutchens, Benny Newberry, Lonnie Campbell, Bruce Campbell, Dean Brown, Jackie Allen. Honorary pallbearers are Herman Atchley, Ken Nelson, Don Castleberry, Bill Upton, David Newman, Jim Moody, Ken Bynum and Leroy Livesay. Viewing was from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Jan. 19.

The Waldron News
6 June 2007
TERRY DAVID NEWBERRY

Terry David Newberry, 53, of Fort Smith, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 28, 2007 at his home. He was born on November 4, 1953 in Alameda, CA, graduated from Waldron High School, earned his Bachelors Degree in Education from Arkansas Tech University, taught in Fourche Valley and Magazine, worked for Willard Mirrow Company and Trane Industries. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral services were 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 31, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Pleasant Grove #3 Cemetery near Waldron, AR under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife Donna of the home; one son, Travis of Muldrow, OK; one granddaughter, Maria of Muldrow, OK; his mother, Marcine Newberry of Waldron, AR; one brother and his wife, Jerry and Jan Newberry of Waldron, AR; three sisters and their husbands, Pat and Tom Walker of White Hall, AR, Sharon and Dale Williams of Waldron, AR, Pam and Stan Davis of Waldron, AR; four nephews, Rusty Walker, Shawn Williams, Brian Davis and Brad Davis; five nieces, Angie Brown, Tammy Gilbert, Sonya Nix, Tresha Thornsberry and Vicki Howell; 12 great nieces; 12 great nephews and one great-great niece. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Newberry. Pallbearers were Dwayne Nixon, Troy Pratt, Larry Taff, Neal Sparks, John Boy Bice, Eugene Taff, Larry Charles Rice and Dennis Drzewiecki. In liew of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Team, Charlie's Angels/ Kenny's Krusaders, c/o Pam Davis, P.O. Box 1144, Waldron, Arkansa 72958.

Scott County Times
15 June 2005
ELVA NEWBORN

Elva Reba Solomon Newborn, beloved mother, grandmother and aunt, was privileged to meet with her Lord and Savior Sunday, June 12, 2005. She was born June 23, 1910 to Wood and Ada Trickett Solomon. She grew up on the family farm with her three sisters. They all knew how hard farm life was because they had to help with planting the crops, picking cotton and milking the cows. She met the love of her life, Maurice, in 1923. She was 13 years old and he was 20 years old. They were married 7 years later and were able to share and enjoy 59 plus years together. They had 4 children, 2 daughters and 2 sons. Elva was a homemaker and mother. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Waldron where she faithfully attended services as long as she was physically able. She was a member of the choir for many years and loved the music at church. She was preceded in death by a daughter, LuReba, husband, Maurice Newborn, her parents Wood and Ada Solomon, and her sisters, Lora Burden, Deltha Solomon and Naomi Solomon. She is survived and will be greatly missed by her children, daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Herbert Rose, sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Bette Newborn and Paul and Sharon Newborn, all of Waldron. Her 5 grandchildren and their spouses, Lynn and Debbie Newborn of Waldron, Jalene and Philip Casias, Shannon and Bill Hodge, all of Springdale, LeAnn and Alan Brigance of Mount Pleasant, Texas, Michelle and John Keener of Waldron. 12 great grandchildren, Sandy and Kenny McCarley of Mulberry, Greg and Rhaina Newborn of Paris, Maegan, Tori and David Hodge of Springdale, JonPaul and Carter Casias of Springdale, Jennifer and Jack Brigance of Mt. Pleasant, Texas, Trenton, Taylor and Kaitlin Keener of Waldron; one great grandchild, Alex McCarley of Mulberry; one niece, Linda Vaughn of Waldron and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at the Waldron First Baptist Church with interment in the Pilot Praririe Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. Serving as pallbearers were Lynn Newborn, Greg Newborn, Kenny McCarley, Phil Casias, Bill Hodge, Alan Brigance, John Keener and Ken Vaughn.

The Waldron News
4 July 2007
DAWN SKYLAR "MOMACIETA" NEWELL

Dawn Skylar "Momacieta" Newell, age 3, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Sunday, June 24, 2007 in a Little Rock, Arkansas hospital. Funeral service was 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 28, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home Chapel followed with cremation under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by her mother, Angela Hobbs and father, Kevin Newell, both of the home; two brothers, Joshua Hobbs of the home and Joel Hobbs of the home; one sister, Paige Newell of the home; paternal grandparents, Nathan and Dawn Newell of Nella, Arkansas; grandmother, June Burnett of Nella, Arkansas; great grandmother, Beatrice Dorshuck of Nella, Arkansas.

Scott County Times
4 July 2001
MILDRED NEWLIN

Mildred Rudell Newlin was born January 2, 1924 near Elida, New Mexico and died June 26, 2001 at Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Willard Warren Newlin of Waldron; their son, Daniel Allen Newlin and wife, Mary Lou; also one grandson, Japheth Reid Newlin, all of Tulsa, Oklahoma; a brother, Wesley Eugene Messick and a sister, Dorothy Sue Coppock, also residents in Waldron. There are two nieces, Joann Studdert of Carrollton, Texas and Vicki Lynn Burr of Beaumont, Texas. The Newlins were married September 9, 1944 in Austin, Texas. Rudell was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in the early 1940's and spent over half a century sharing with others the wonderful truths about God's kingdom promises that she found recorded in His Word, the Bible. The Newlins moved to Waldron in 1965 and over the years owned several businesses here in Waldron. First, they built and operated the "Downtown Speed Wash." After this Mr. Newlin became a real estate agent and Mrs. Newlin ran the "Jean Shop." In more recent years they have owned and managed the "Frontier Village and Trailer Park" on North Main Street. Mrs. Newlin was loved and respected by many and will be missed. Funeral services were held at 9 am Thursday, June 28, 2001 in the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Interment was at Chant Cemetery in Y-City, Arkansas under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers were: Jarrell Ward, Douglas White, Dale Bates, Kenneth Brewery, Charles Maxwell and Marvin Ward.

Scott County Times
12 November 2003
BRYANT NEWMAN

Waldron--Bryant Newman, 79, of Waldron, ARkansas died Thursday, November 6 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired construction worker, member of Hon Baptist Church, a veteran of WWII and a member of the Waldron VFW. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Monday, November 10 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Center Point Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine; two daughters, Frances Farber of Wichita, Kansas and Elaine Marie Bonner of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; two sons, Bill "Toby" Newman of Mansfield, Arkansas and Jake Newman of Waldron, Arkansas; his mother-in-law, Marie Newman of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; one brother, Willie Newman of Hon, Arkansas; fifteen grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Pallbearers were Daniel Brewer, Ritchie Newman, Junior Newman, Roy Dean Browing, Robert Newman, Harley Montoyo and Jamie Newman. Honorary pallbearers were the Men's Group of First Baptist Church of Midland, Arkansas.

The Waldron News
20 February 2008
ELLEN LOUISE CARROLL NEWMAN

Ellen Louise Carroll Newman, age 81, passed away in Sandpoint, ID on February 14th, 2008. She was born in Okemah, OK but was raised in Hon, AR. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Mangus W. Newman, and her daughter, Kathryn Rose. She was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy Newman Levernier. Mangus and Ellen have four grandchildren, Ryan Rose, Sara Haight, Caroline Goodman and Nicole Siltzer. They have four great grandchildren; Reid and Riley Goodman and Jackson and Brennan Seltzer. Services will be held at Hon Baptist Church, Hon, AR on Saturday, February 23rd at 2:00 p.m.

Scott County News
21 December 2005
FLORA NEWMAN

Flora L. Newman, 80, of Hon, Arkansas passed away Saturday, December 17, 2005 in a Waldron nursing home. She was a homemaker and a member of the Hon Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, G.K. and Mary Scott; step-mother, Hettie Scott; one daughter, Mary Newman Parker and brother, Jack Scott. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Monday, December 19, 2005 at the Hon Baptist Church with interment in the Lower Center Point Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by her husband of 62 years and 3 months, Willie Newman of the home; one son, Junior Newman of Waldron; one grandson, Danny Newman of Waldron; four granddaughters, Kelli Robertson of Waldron; Terri Robertson of Waldron; Sarah Parker of Waldron and Jenna Parker of Waldron; two sisters, Betty Scott of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Mary Beavers of Neosho, Missouri; one brother, Linden Scott of Fort Smith. Serving as pallbearers were Roy Browning, Scotty Scott, Larry Scott, J.T. Helms, Lavern Beavers and Bill Newman. Honorary pallbearers were Danny Newman, Keith Allen Dedmon, Anoy Scott, Dave Parker and Ryan Gardner.

Scott County Times
17 March 2004
GRETTA ANN NEWMAN

Fort Smith--Funeral services for Gretta Ann Newman were held at 10:00 am Saturday, March 13, 2004 at Martin Funeral Home with burial at Hon Cemetery in Hon, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Gretta Ann Newman, 58, of Fort Smith, Arkansas died Wednesday, March 10, 2004 in Fort Smith. She was a retired professional waitress for the Ribeye Steak House, Lighthouse and Old Mill Restaurants. She was a member of Harvest Time Tabernacle. She is survived by her husband, Bobby; one sister Donna Currier of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one brother, Wayne Bottoms of Fort Smith, Arkansas; and several aunts and uncles. Pallbearers were Tom McCann, Jessie Stringer, Bob Gilson, Delbert Hodge, Paul Getz and Robert Newman.

The Waldron News
6 January 1999
HANNAH ELIZABETH NEWMAN

Hannah Elizabeth Newman, infant, of Waldron died Dec. 29, in a Fort Smith hospital. Graveside service was from 10 a.m. Dec. 31, at Pine Log Cemetery with burial at Pine Log Cemetery near Mansfield under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She was survived by her parents, James and Crystal Newman of Waldron; paternal grandmother, Sandra Newman of Mansfield; maternal grandparents, Bill and Joyce Luttrell of Waldron; paternal great grandparents, Wanda Holland of Mansfield, Bryant and Geraldine Newman of Waldron; maternal great grandparents, Vida and Charles Stearman of Waldron. Viewing was from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 30, at the funeral home.

Scott County Times
13 August 2003
JAMES NEWMAN

Huntington--James Neil Newman, 19, of Huntington died Sunday, August 3, in his home. He was a construction welder and a Baptist. Graveside funeral services were held at 10 am on Thursday, August 7, 2003 at Lower Center Point Cemetery in Cauthron, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield. He is survived by his wife, Brandy; one son, Ryan of the home; his parents, James (Jake) and Terry Newman of Huntington; his grandparents, Bryant and Geraldine Newman of Waldron and Betty Martin of Huntington; one Sister, Kathy Walters of Mansfield; three brothers, Chris Black and Billy Mason of Waldron and Larry Mason of Ozark; his great grandmother, Marie Newman of Oklahoma City; his step great grandmother, Amy Thompson of Modesto, California. Pallbearers were Daniel Brewer, Billy (Richie) Newman, Tommy Starr, William Bowen, Paul Walters and Rusty Rogers.

The Waldron News
6 October 1999
LUCILLE NEWMAN

Lucille Newman of Mena, Arkansas passed away Saturday, October 2, 1999 in the Sparks Regional Medical Center. She was born July 10, 1926 in Waldron, Arkansas. Her age being 73 years, 2 months and 22 days. She was the daughter of the late Truman Gimlin and the late Eunice Ramey Gimlin. She made her home in Mena for the past 10 years, was a Nurses Aid, and a member of the Dallas Avenue Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by one son, Donald Newman. She is survived by one son, Larry Newman of Mena, AR; two brothers, Glen Gimlin of Mena, AR and Earl Gimlin of Turlock, CA; two sisters, Dramae Davis of Yuma, AZ and Helen Reynolds of Mena, AR; three grandchildren, Chris Newman, Stephanie Hernandez and Angela Chappell; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5, in the Hall Memorial Chapel with Bro. Gene Stacks officiating. Interment was in the Bush Cemetery in Waldron under the direction of Hall Funeral Service of Mena. Pallbearers were Eric Reynolds, Steve Reynolds, Chris Davis, Chris Newman, Ben Thompson and Valdon Rowell.

Scott County Times
10 March 2004
MARY NEWMAN

Mary Marie Newman, 97, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma died Wednesday, March 3, 2004 in Oklahoma City. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. Funeral services were held 10:00 am Saturday, March 6, 2004 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Center Point Cemetery near Waldron, arrangements under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. She is survived by three daughters, Geraldine Marie Newman of Waldron, Ann Wagner of Mansfield, and Dessie Mae Draper of Waldron; one son, W. Frank Thompson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; three sisters, Etta Newman of Mansfield, Edith Thompson of Waldron, and Louise Thompson of Russellville, Arkansas; three brothers, Jim Duncan of Pocola, Oklahoma, Sam Duncan of Cauthron, Arkansas, and Loyd Duncan of Cauthron, Arkansas; 14 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, 30 great-great grandchildren and 2 great-great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Bill (Toby) Newman, J.W. Thompson, Don Thompson, William Wagner, David Draper and Donald Draper. Honorary pallbearers were (great grandsons) Billy Newman, Jamie Newman, Travis Newman, Todd Thompson, Billy Robison and Shawn Robison.

Scott County Times
18 October 2000
ORVEL NEWMAN

Orvel (Bob) Newman, 86, of Mansfield, Arkansas died Thursday, October 12, 2000 in the Waldron hospital. He was a retired furniture factory worker. Funeral services were held at 11 am on Monday, October 16, 2000 at the Hon Baptist Church with burial following at Lower Center Point Cemetery near Hon under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Etta Belle Newman; two daughters, Jewel Johnson and Wanda Price both of Mansfield; four sons, Lowell Newman and Ricky G. Newman both of Mansfield, Bobby Joe Newman of Fort Smith, Robert Lee Newman of Waldron; one sister, Willie Newman of Hon and Bryant Newman of Waldron; 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Jim Harris, Tim Johnson, Nicholas Dugan, Bill (Toby) Newman, Junior Newman, Roger Leeper, Justin Jones and James (Jake) Newman.

The Waldron News
4 January 2006
WILLIAM EARL NEWMAN

William Earl "Moose" Newman, age 80 of Springdale, died December 26, 2005 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. He was born July 26, 1925 in Hon, Arkansas to William Lester and Della Mae Doyle Newman. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Alice Fancher, one son Glenn Newman and one brother, J.B. Newman. He moved to the northwest Arkansas area in 1956 from Mansfield, Arkansas. He was a truck driver for SWEPCO, retiring after 40 years of service. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Springdale and the Senior Citizen Bible Class study. He had a great love for Bluegrass music. He is survived by his wife Helene F. Fucci Newman of the home to whom he married January 18, 1980; two daughters, Linda Sykes of Greenwood and Becky Roberts and husband Steve of North Port, Florida; three step-sons, Mike Pianalto and wife Debbie and Robert Pianalto and wife Sandy, all of Tontitown and Sam Pianalto and wife Lisa of Yellville; one step Daughter, Kathy Miller and husband James of Tontitown; one brother, Cecil Newman and wife Norma of Mansfield, Arkansas; two sisters, Reba Bobbitt of Owasso, OK and Willa Mae Sharp of Carson, CA; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral service was at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 29, 2005 at Sisco Funeral Chapel of Springdale with Charlie Foster officiating. Graveside followed at 2:30 p.m. at Hartford Cemetery in Hartford, Arkansas. Pallbearers were Danny Sykes, Dwayne Pianalto, Phillip Straub, Don McClure, Butch Watson and Bill Lovett. Honorary pallbearers were employees and staff of SWEPCO.

Scott County Times
26 May 2004
JOSEPH DAVID NEWTON, JR.

Joseph David Newton, Jr., 29, of Yale, Oklahoma, formerly of Waldron, died Sunday, May 16, in Turbeville, South Carolina. Joe was born May 29, 1974 in Mena, Arkansas. He was a welder for construction and also a Christian. Joe is survived by his mother and stepfahter, Mary and Leo Cox of Plainview, his son, Seth Newton of Hodgens, two brothers, Jimmy Rogers of Oilton, OK and James Newton of Omaha, NE, three sisters, LaDonna Frost of Waldron, Rebecca Durrough of Knoxville, TN, and Michelle Elam of Burnsflat, OK, three nieces, one nephew, and numerous friends and extended family. Services were held Friday at 10:00 am at Salem Cemetery in Plainview by Cornwell Funeral Home in Danville.

The Waldron News
28 April 1999
ANETTA MAE NICHOLS

Annetta Mae Nichols, 78, of Waldron died Wednesday, April 21 in a Waldron hospital. She was a retired furniture factory worker, a homemaker and a Christian. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Nichols, and a son, John Thomas Nichols. Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 22 in Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Hawkins Cemetery in Parks. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Fran and Floyd Isham of Waldron; a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Carolyn Nichols of Waldron; one daughter-in-law, Marilyn Nichols of Waldron; one sister, Fern Yandell of Waldron; one brother, Everett Ison of Mena; several nieces and nephews; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Joe Wigton, Gabe Mizell, David Yandell, Alvin Carnahan, William (Bill) Ray and Dwayne Watkins. Honorary pallbearers were Todd Isham, Curt Dickey, Mike Yandell and Frank Shaddon. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

The Waldron News
24 February 1999
JOHN THOMAS NICHOLS

John Thomas Nichols, 52, of Waldron, died Saturday, February 20, 1999 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired furniture factory worker, a veteran of Vietnam, and of the Pentecostal faith. Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23 in Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial at Center Point Cemetery near Waldron. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn, of the home; mother, Anetta Nichols of Waldron; one sister, Fran Isham of Waldron; one brother, Bill Nichols of Waldron; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Todd Isham, Jay Stuart, Joe Dinar, Tom Evans, Bruce Tanner, DeWayne Blackmon, Robert Blackmon and Melvin Yandell. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Scott County Times
6 August 2003
MICHEAL NICHOLS

Waldron--Micheal David Nichols, 20, of Waldron died Monday, July 28, near Bates, Arkansas. He was a mechanic & attended Waldron Pentecostal Church. He was preceded in death by a nephew, Trevor Brown; his grandfather, Vernon Woodard and grandmother, Faye Nichols. Funeral services were held 2 pm on Thursday, July 31, 2003 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Square Rock Cemetery near Waldron under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. He is survived by two sons, Colton Micheal of Spiro and Caleb Nathan of Heavener; parents David & Cathy Nichols of Waldron; grandparents, Ray & Eilleen Nichols of Poteau and Verlia Woodard of Waldron; two sisters, Andrea Creek of Magnolia and Brooklyn Nichols of Waldron; and one brother, Nathan Brown of Waldron. Pallbearers were Jeff Waddle, Jerome Waddle, Steven Passmore, Steven Thompson, Adam Lagavene and Josh Minor. Honorary pallbearers were Ray Harrison, Boogie Richmond, Jarrod Chrisman and Nangie Hunt.

The Waldron News
1 September 1999
MILDRED JANE NICHOLS

Mildred Jane Nichols, 84, of Waldron, AR died on August 28, 1999 in a Waldron Nursing home. She was a Baptist and a homemaker. She was the widow of Charlie Nichols. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31, 1999, at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by one daughter, Patsy Creekmore of Abbott, AR; three sons, Tommy Nichols and Thurman Nichols of McAlister, OK and Sherman Nichols of Muldrow, OK; one sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Ivan Plummer of Waldron; 13 grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren. Pallbearers were Jerry DeWitt, Donnie Plummer, Mac Lee, Edward Linker, Justin Nichols and Thomas Paschall.

The Waldron News
7 October 1998
THOMAS HENRY NICHOLS

Thomas Henry Nichols, 79, of Waldron, died Monday, September 28, 1998 in a Waldron hospital. He was a retired logger and furniture factory employee and attended the Waldron Assembly of God. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1 in Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Hawkins Cemetery in Parks. Survivors include his wife, Anetta, of the home; one daughter, Fran Isham, of Waldron; two sons: Bill Nichols and John Tom Nichols, both of Waldron; one sister, Verna Dean Friesen, of Fairbury, Nebraska; one brother, Vestal Nichols, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Joe Wigton, Gabe Mizell, David Yandell, Alvin Carnahan, William (Bill) Ray and Dewayne Watkins. Honorary pallbearers were Todd Isham and Curt Dickey. Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Scott County Times
2 October 2002
BEATRICE IMOGENE NIX

Beatrice Imogene Nix of Waldron, Arkansas died Wednesday, September 25, 2002 in Van Buren, Arkansas. She was a retired nurses aid and a member of the First Baptist Church. She was the widow of Albert Nix. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Friday, September 22, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron with burial following at Duncan Cemetery in Waldron. She is survived by one daughter, Norma Starr of Waldron; two sons, Douglas Nix of Parks, Arkansas and Paul Nix of Van Buren, Arkansas; two sisters, Opan Miller and Eloise Jennings both of Dallas, Texas; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Bart Starr, Brian Nix, David Russell, Jimmy Russell, Eric Brown and Larry Brown.

Scott County Times
25 August 2004
RODNEY NIX

Graveside service for Rodney Lee Nix was held at 10:00 am Monday, August 23, 2004 at Gipson Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, Arkansas. Rodney Lee Nix, 25, of Waldron, Arkansas died Thursday, August 19, 2004 in Needmore, Arkansas. He was a member of the Bates Assembly of God and a veteran of the US Marines. He is survived by his father, Roger Nix of Waldron, Arkansas; his mother, Joann Williams of Waldron, Arkansas; grandparents, James and Eva Janway of Heavener, Oklahoma; and two brothers, Mark Nix of Waldron, Arkansas and Cody Nix of Heavener, Oklahoma. Pallbearers were Toby Nix, Jarod Nix, Freddie Woodrall, Jay Barker, Jason Janway, Nathan Janway, Scotty Janway and Matt Nix.

The Waldron News
12 April 2000
ALEXANDER LLOYD NOLAND

Alexander Lloyd Noland was born September 20, 1927 in San Diego, California and died March 19, 2000 in Coos Bay, Oregon. Al was well liked wherever he lived and worked. His wife Maxine, his daughter Lynette and his four sons Larry, Michael, Patrick and Steven as well as 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren survive him. Two younger brothers, Charles and Richard who both live in California, also survive him. Al honorably served 8 years in the U.S. Navy. After his Navy Career he worked in various sectors of the Defense industry retiring from Lockheed Missiles and Space Corp. after 17 years of service. His employment with Lockheed took him to England and Scotland where he consuled with Royal Navy regarding missile employment aboard their submarine fleets. Al and Maxine lived in our community for about 9 years until they moved to Coos Bay in 1994 to be closer to their family. Al was active in community affairs and served on the Waldron City Council. He owned a small engine repair shop that he operated out of his home. Al taught the Men's Sunday school class at the Methodist Church. He also served on the Coos Bay Finance Committee and Water Board. Al was an active member of the Masons all of his life. He will be remembered for his love of his garden and the Beautiful flowers he grew and gave to the community and friends.

Scott County Times
26 March 2003
EVA NORRIED

Eva A. Norried, 79, of Stigler, Oklahoma died Monday, March 17, 2003 in a Fort Smith hospital. She was a retired assembly line worker. Funeral services were held at 10:00 Friday, March 21, 2003 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel at Mansfield, with burial at Norried Cemetery near Mansfield, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Mansfield, Arkansas. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Norried; one son, Les K. Norried; three sisters, Ruth Jackson, Opal Blackard, Lucille Duncan; one brother, John L. Wade; three grandchildren, Missy Michalsky, Matthew Toussaint, Nicole Faulconer; and three great-grandchildren.

Scott County Times
8 December 2004
JEFFREY KEITH NORRIS, SR.

Born on February 26, 1947 in Wilmington, Delaware and passed away on December 5, 2004 in a Waldron hospital. He is preceded in death by his father Paul Norris, Sr., his motherEloise Norris, and a sister Deborah Heller. He is survived by three brothers, Paul Norris and wife Judy of Wilmington, Delaware; Thomas Norris and wife Dottie of Carneys Point, New Jersey, and Richard Norris of Wilmington, Delaware; two sisters, Patricia Norris of Newark, Delaware and Denise Luff and husband Ken of Camden, Delaware; four daughters, Nichelle Menchaca and husband Alfonso, her children Nicolas and Toni Varnado of Port Lavaca, Texas; Jodie Houston and husband Chad, their daughter Kallie; Liz Houston and husband Mike, their children Ashtyn and Brayden; and Lily Norris; three sons, Jeff Norris, his children Bree and Bryce; Nathaniel Norris and Joshua Norris all of Waldron, Arkansas. Jeff is also survived by a very dear and special loved one, Ruth Ann Norris of Waldron, several nieces, nephews, cousins and three special people within the family, Jodi Cooper, Chastin Williams and Misti Norris all of Waldron. Funeral services were held 10:00 am Tuesday, December 7, 2004 at Waldron Pentecostal Church with Rev. Ricky Hunt officiating. Burial will be at Buffalo Cemetery under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron.

Scott County Times
22 December 2004
VIRGINIA JUANITA "WANCIE" BLACK-NORRIS

Juanita Norris, 78, went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2004. She joined her family circle alongside her husband, Ardith Norris; her mother, Virgie Black; father, Thomas Black and her infant child as well as seven brothers and two sisters. Her enjoyments in this life were crocheting, quilting, making sock monkeys and most of all baking and cooking for all who came into her home. She was a member of Mansfield First Assembly of God and a faithful Christian wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. Those she left behind were T.A. Norris and wife Kathy of Mansfield; Sue Norris-Moore and husband Leon of Mansfield; Janie Parish-Norris of Mansfield; Bobby Norris and wife Carol of Mansfield; 10 great grandchildren: Tommy Norris, Joleen Condry, Lisa Nichols, Angie Brown, Joy Jolley, Jerry Parish, Tammy Teague, Sherry Jones, Amanda Norris and Gary Parish all of Mansfield; and 10 great- grandchildren all of whom she loved and adored. Also surviving are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services in her honor were held at the Mansfield Assembly of God Church on December 18, 2004 at 2 pm with Pastor Hoyt Ming officiating. Those serving as pallbearers were Tommy Norris, Nelson Nichols, Donnie Brown, Kevin Jolley, Jason Teague and Jerry Parish. Honorary pallbearers were Charlie Williams, Davis Judy, Hollis Gillis and Sam Harwell. Burial services were held at Pine Log Cemetery in the Barber-Lucas community. Though she will be missed, we honor her life and celebrate her eternal homecoming, which she spent her whole life longing for.

Scott County Times
6 March 2002
MARGARET NORTHCOTT

Margaret Northcott, 65, of Waldron died Friday, March 1, 2002 in Waldron. She was a retired dietician. Graveside services were held Monday, March 4, 2002 at 10 am at Weeks Cemetery with burial following under the direction of Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by one daughter and her husband, Stacey and Cecil Williams of Howe, Oklahoma; two sons and their wives, Tracy and Judi Threatt of Waldron and Vance and Kathy Threatt of Charlotte, North Carolina; two brothers, L.W. Whitson of Shawnee, Oklahoma and Don Whitson of Pelzer, South Carolina; and 5 grandchildren.

The Waldron News
15 September 2004
CHARLEY NOLEN NORTON

Charley Nolen Norton, age 79, died September 4, 2004 at St. Johns Hospital in Tulsa, OK. He was born October 21, 1924 in Waldron, AR to Federal and Paralee Norton. He attended Abbott Elementary School. He was a Burner for Flint-Bethlehem Steel in Tulsa for many years. He is survived by his wife, Carol, of the home; two daughters, Pat Rice of Sand Springs, OK and Connie Hurtubise of Broken Arrow, OK; two sons, Charles Norton of Bristow, OK and James Norton of Vinita, OK; three sisters including his twin, Martha Goff of Booneville, AR, Lorene Davis of Waldron, AR and Ella Harvelle of Pine Bluff, AR; 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services were held on Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at Ninde Garden Chapel in Tulsa, OK. Graveside services pending for Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron, AR.

The Waldron News
3 November 2004
CHARLEY NOLEN NORTON

A memorial service for Charley Norton, formerly of Scott County, will be held Saturday, November 6, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Square Rock Cemetery north of Waldron. "Uncle Charley" was born and raised in the Tate and Freedom community. He passed away September 4 in Tulsa, OK. Services were held there on September 8. As to his wishes, the body was cremated. All friends and relatives are invited to attend the celebration of the life of this one of a kind man.

The Waldron News
14 October 1998
STEVEN NORTON

Steven Norton, 45, of Columbia, Missouri, died Oct. 5, 1998, in a Columbia, Missouri Hospital. He was a painter and a Protestant. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Norton and infant sister, Linda Pearl. Funeral services are set at 11 a.m., Oct. 8, at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. Cremation is to follow the funeral service under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl; three daughters, Shannon, Carli, and Shyla all of Oklahoma City, Okla.; her mother, Beatrice Norton of Columbia, Missouri; one sister, Beverly Fries of Columbia, Missouri. Pallbearers are Kenny Hanna, Stan Davis, Tim Mckenny, Kit Fries, Danny Richmond, and Roger Fries. Honorary pallbearer is Charley Norton. Memorial contributions may be made to Norton Children Education Fund, c/o Roger Fries, 2307 Bear Creek Dr. Columbia, MO. 65202.

The Waldron News
5 January 2000
RUBY NULL

Ruby Null, 88, of Waldron, Arkansas died December 28, 1999 in a Waldron hospital. She was a homemaker and a member of the Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Chester O. Brothers and Oliver Null and two sons, R.L. Brothers and Billy Wayne Brothers. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 31 at Waldron Assembly of God Church with burial at Monroe Cemetery at Harvey, Arkansas under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron. She is survived by two sisters, Virgie Jones of Waldron, AR and Mildred Brothers of Houston, AR; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Scott County Times
8 February 2006
BETTY NUNEZ

Betty Sue Nunez, 63 of Waldron, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2006 in a Waldron, Arkansas hospital. She was a homemaker. Graveside funeral services were held at 10:00 am Thursday, February 2, 2006 at the Sehorn Cemetery with interment in the Sehorn Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband, Alberto Nunez of the home; two daughters, Kathy and Susan both of Sulphur Springs, Texas; one son, James McDonald of Waldron, Arkansas; three brothers, Kenneth Spencer, Clyde Spencer and Donald Spencer all of Sulphur Springs, Texas; seven grandchildren, Krista Coleman, Nick White, Nolan White, Jammi McDonald, Michael, Charlie and Laura McDonald; two great grandchildren, Ashlyn Wood and Jandi Penny. Serving as pallbearers were Martin, Jose I., Jamie, Jose and Migual Nunez and Margarito Martinez.

The Waldron News
3 February 1999
LOVINA BERNICE NUNN

Lovina Bernice Nunn, 79, of Waldron died Jan. 26, 1999 in Waldron. She was a homemaker and attended the Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron and was retired from the Variety Store where she was a sales clerk. Funeral service was from 2 p.m. Jan. 28, at the Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron with burial at Pilot Prairie Cemetery of Waldron under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Survivors include several cousins and a host of friends. Pallbearers were Jerry Hutchens, Curtis Billings, Gary Blythe, Josh Hutchens, Frank Shadden, Darrell Pyles, C.D. Gwin and Sam Cogburn. Viewing was from 1 p.m. until service at the church on Jan. 28.