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TABRON RODESSA MRS JONES 12 2 1908 4 7 2001 UNKNOWN
Mrs. Rodessa Tabron-Motley, age 92 of Colt died Saturday, April 7, 2001. Mrs. Motley, born Dec. 2, 1908 to John and Roberta Jones. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Rev. John Tabron; her second husband, Ervin Motley; one sister, Mozella Hare; three sons, John Tabron, Paul Tabron and Sylvester Tabron; a daughter, Mildred Tabron and a step-son, Harry Motley. Mrs. Motley is survived by one son, William Len Tabron; three daughters, Clustine Buie, Dorothy Twillie and Jacquelyn Wade; five step-children; 26 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Family hour visitation for Mrs. Motley will be Friday, April 13, 2001 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Kennedy Funeral Home in Forrest City. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Colt with Gunn Funeral Home of Little Rock in charge of the arrangements.
TABRON WILLIAM LEN 2 12 1940 3 5 2003 RISING SUN
Mr. William Len Tabron, age 63, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at Methodist Healthcare in Memphis.Mr. Tabron, born Feb. 12, 1940, in Blytheville, was the son of John Tabron and Rodessa Jones Tabron. He is survived by his wife, Hazel O'Bryant Tabron of Forrest City; two sons, Barry L. Tabron of Davenport, Iowa; Gregory L. Tabron of Cedar Hill, Texas; three sisters, Clustine Bouie of Little Rock, Dorothy Twillie of Burlington, Conn., Jacqueline Wade of Caldwell and one grandson.Visitation services for Mr. Tabron will be held on Friday, March 7, 2003, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2003, at Rising Sun M.B. Church with Rev. John Strong officiating.
TACKET SUSAN MRS. 1838 2 8 1899 HUGHES
Obituary-Died, on Feb.8,1899, at her home near Pine Tree, this county, of pneumonia, after a short illness, Mrs.Susan Tacket, aged 61 years. She was buried at Hughes cemetery, Rev.L.E.Pinckney officiating. Deceased was born in Tennessee, but had resided in this county for the last eight years. She was the wife of Mr.Thomas Tacket, of this community, they having been married forty-one years. She leaves a husband and eight children to mourn the loss of a loving wife and kind mother, and numerous friends who regret the loss of a Christian lady. She was, up to the time of her death, a member of the Baptist church, and had been for more than thirty-five years. FORREST CITY TIMES 2-24-1899
TACKETT DANNY ALLEN 10 23 1944 12 8 2003 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL
Mr. Danny Allen Tackett, age 59, of Forrest City, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at Baptist Hospital in Forrest City.He was born Oct. 23, 1944, in Cherry Valley, the son of George A. Tackett and Lola Ione Clark Tackett. He was a trucker.Mr. Tackett is survived by four daughters, Sherri Qualls of Forrest City, Eulita Tackett of Illinois, and Cydi Tackett and Melissa Baldwin of Forrest City; two sons, Danny Allen Tackett Jr., California and Chris Tackett of Illinois; three sisters, Florene Hadley of Bergman, Ann Ginn of Dexter, Mo. and Kathlene Champion of Wynne; and eleven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brandy McMaster, in 1997.Visitation will be Thursday, Dec. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Tackett will be Friday, Dec., 12, 2003, at 10 a.m. at Stevens. Burial will follow at Crittenden Memorial Park Cemetery in Marion.
TACKETT THOMAS R. 1840 7 15 1901 SEARCY
9-13-1901- The death of Thomas R.Tackett of Pine Tree, has cast gloom over the neighborhood and among his friends. He was the faithful mail carrier twixt Forrest City and Pine Tree. He leaves a wife and eight children. It seems he was in bad health, and with his wife and two stepsons made a trip cross country to the mountains, about 50 miles west of Searcy, and was taken ill there and the physician pronounced his condition as an abscess of the lungs. He died July 15,1901, and was buried there among his relatives. The wife and sons arrived home Saturday night. He was 61 years of age.
TACKETT WILLIAM UNK 2 1905 UNKNOWN
From a letter from Mrs.W.Milam on Wednesday, we learned of the death of her brother at Lake City, Craighead Co., William Tacket. She arrived too late to see him before he passed away. He is survived by a widow, one child, five brothers, and two sisters to mourn their loss. Mr.Tacket was an exemplary Christian man, a good citizen, and a kind husband and father. 2-17-1905
TAEGTMEYER LOIS YVONNE MRS. WATSON 7 19 1927 12 21 1999 McELROY
Lois Yvonne Watson Taegtmeyer, 72, of Wynne, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 1999, at the Cross Ridge Community Hospital in Wynne. Mrs. Taegtmeyer was a retired food service employee and a member of the Valley Missionary Baptist church in Wynne. She is survived by two sons, Ronald Taegtmeyer and James Taegtmeyer both of Wynne; two daughters, Marvine Gail Lucas of Parkin and Deborah Bohannon of Forrest City; two brothers, Ben Watson of Cherry Valley and Ed Watson of Wynne; two sisters, Edna Biggadike and Doris Merrell both of Wynne; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation will be tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Thursday, Dec. 23, 1999, at 2 p.m. at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne with Bro. Jimmy Peeler and Bro. Charles Brien officiating. Burial will be at McElroy Cemetery of Wynne under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home. Memorials can be made to Valley View Missionary Baptist Church in Wynne.
TAGGART LUCILLE MRS. GRAHAM 5 25 1957 10 19 2003 ST.JOHN NATIVE
Mrs. Lucille Graham Taggart, age 46, of Little Rock, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2003, Southwest Hospital in Little Rock.Mrs. Taggart was born May 25, 1957, in Madison. She was a teacher at Pediatric Specialty Care, Inc. in Little Rock and is survived by her husband, Rev. Harvey Taggart of Little Rock; two brothers, Charlie Graham of Madison and Odell Graham Jr. of Portland, Ore.; and four sisters, Azzie Lee Hicks of St. Louis, Mo., Melba Myles, Leminster, Mass., Doris Roper of Princeston, N.J. and Quincy Ann Lee of Plainfield, N.J.Visitation for Mrs. Taggart will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2003, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Salem M.B. Church. Funeral services will follow at the church at 2 p.m. with Rev. Tommie Roper officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery in Madison. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements
TALKINGTON RUBY WANITA 9 23 UNK 10 12 1907 UNKNOWN
10-18-1907 IN MEMORIAM=In memory of Ruby, the sweet little daughter of Rev.& Mrs.W.P.Talkington, who passed gently away from this earth to join the celestial gathering at the great white throne, on Saturday evening, Oct.12,1907, at their home, the Methodist parsonage at Haynes, Ark. This sad and very sudden death has cast a gloom over the entire community, where she was greatly loved, and the memory of her young and eventful life will ever be treasured. Her remains were taken to Paragould for interment.
TALLEY GEORGE DAVID 1939 10 12 1999 LOUGHRIDGE
George David "Jack" Talley, age 60, of Colt, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999, at St. Bernard's Hospital in Jonesboro. He was the son of Will and Meda Talley and was a welder. He is survived by two daughters, Lisa Nichols of Forrest City and Teresa Lee of Wynne; one son, Tommy Talley of Forrest City; one sister, Ann Talley of Illinois; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. Graveside services were held Wednesday, Oct. 13, 1999, at LOUGHRIDGE under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home. MAYBE SHILOH CEMETERY
TALLEY ROBERT C. SR 1954 10 8 2007 HILLCREST
Mr. Robert C. Talley Sr., age 61, of Petal, Miss., died Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at Forest General Hospital. Mr. Talley was an assistant shoe store manager and a member of the Assembly of God. He is survived by his wife Amanda Talley of Petal, Miss; two sons, Robert C. Talley Jr. of Petal, Miss. and Mitchell Allen Talley of West Memphis; two daughters, Tanya Kerr and Micki Ivey both of Petal, Miss; two sisters, Marcine Gibson and Jane Brewer both of Millington, Tenn.; a brother, William Talley of Nixa, Mo.; his step-father, J.T. Crumly of Forrest City and six grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Talley were held on Friday, Oct. 12. Burial followed in Hillcrest Cemetery.Published: 2007-10-15 on fag
TALLY TOM UNK 5 14 1899 FCTIMES
CALDWELL-News reached this city Thursday morning that John Seaborn had shot and killed Tom Tally at their homes, which are in on the Cook place, about four miles northwest of Caldwell on the L'anguille River. Coroner Rolfe summoned a jury and went to the scene of the killing. It was determined that a scuffle occurred on Wednesday, and Tally had won about some hand on the place, the only two eyewitnesses were Mrs.Tally and Mrs.Seaborn. Mrs.Seaborn got between her husband and Tally who brandished a razor, whereupon Seaborn went in and retrieved a gun and shot twice.5-15-1896
TANNER CY UNK 7 25 1902 UNKNOWN
CY TANNER HANGED=Sheriff W.E.Williams springing the trap, in a private execution in the presence of just a few witnesses. He was hanged for the killing of Robert Black, his brother in law, in this county, on Aug.21,1901, when he shot him down in a cruel, heartless and cold blood manner, because he could not pay an indebtedness in cash at once. Tanner stated in an interview, that he came to this county about three years ago, is married, and has one child, over at Crowders in the bottoms. My father is in the penitentiary for killing a man. Margaret Black, widow of the slain man, and sister of Cy Tanner was in town Wednesday, and visited him in jail. 7-25-1902
TARBUTTON JOHN PAUL 12 3 1930 11 22 2007 CROSSLAWN ARK.NATIONAL GUARD
Mr. John Paul Tarbutton, age 76 of Forrest City, passed away Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007 in Forrest City. Mr. Tarbutton was born in Liberty, Miss. on Dec. 3, 1930 to the late Charlie B. Tarbutton and Lloyd Roberta Graves Tarbutton. Mr. Tarbutton was a 1950 graduate of Wynne High School. He was a long time resident of Cross County, moving to Forrest City in 1994. He served in the Wynne National Guard Unit from 1949 until 1958. John Paul worked for Taylor-Billings Oil Company for 42 years. He was a former President of the Fumble Club and member of the Lions Club and Crowley's Ridge Country Club. Mr. Tarbutton was former coach for the Wynne little league baseball. Mr. Tarbutton was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Charley B. and Cecil Tarbutton; sister, Versie Hayes, and his wife of 40 years, Doris Jean Watlington Tarbutton in 1992. He is survived by wife, Donna Faye Phillips Tarbutton of the home; sons, John Terry Tarbutton of Wynne, Charles Jay Tarbutton of Bald Knob; step-son: David Watson of Sheridan; daughter: Nancy James of Fairhope, Alabama; step-daughter: Venessa Roetter of Buckeye, Arizona; sister: Betty Layton of Blytheville, Arkansas and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 24, 2007 at 10 a.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home Chapel and burial was in Crosslawn Cemetery. The family asks that memorials be made to Ridgewood Baptist Church, P.O. Box 785, Forrest City, Arkansas 72336. An on-line guest book is available at www.kernodlefh.com Published: 2007-11-26
TARPLEY JOE UNK 8 21 1900 FCTIMES
Joe, son of Mr.& Mrs.K.M.Tarpley, was killed by a horse last night, five miles east of Haynes on Tuesday, Aug.21,1900. He and his father were going to Forrest City to spend a few days with friends. He boy had gone to borrow a buggy, and on his return trip the horse started to run, and began kicking, kicking the boy several times in the breast and once in the face breaking his neck. 8-31-1900
TARPLEY Lady MISS UNK 11 3 1895 UNION
FORREST CITY TIMES NEWSPAPER-Miss Lady Tarpley, of near Haynes, cousin of Messrs.Ezell, and who has visited in Forrest City quite frequently, died last Sunday of malarial hematuria, and was buried at Union cemetery.Revs.Bell and Gardner conducting the religious services. She was engaged to Mr.Asa Keys, of Lee county, who was greatly shocked by her death.11-8-1895
TARRANTS RONNIE BRUCE 8 18 1940 8 17 2006 BELL
Mr. Ronnie Bruce Tarrants, age 65, died Thursday, Aug. 17, 2006, at his home in Palestine. Mr. Tarrants was born Aug. 18, 1940, the son of Robert Tarrants and Louise Jones. Mr. Tarrants was a Baptist and was retired from Sanyo Manufacturing. He is survived by wife, Bobbie Tarrants of the home; a son, Ronnie Lee Tarrants of Batesville; two daughters, Melody Ann Bradford and Elizabeth Brazile, both of Forrest City; his mother; two brothers, Tim Tarrants of Beebe and Jerry Tarrants of Cabot; two sisters, Teresa Sue Tarrants of Arizona and Betty Hatcher of Texas; four step-sons, Terry Colbert, Ronnie Colbert and Timothy Colbert, all of Ward and Jimmy Colbert of Rachel, Vir.; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Tarrants will be held on Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morgan Chapel. Graveside funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006, at 10 a.m. at Bell Cemetery with Bro. Gene Craig officiating.Published: 2006-08-18
TARVER CHARLEY BIRD 7 31 1873 10 26 1911 CITY
DEATH=CHARLEY BIRD TARVER DEAD=The death of Charley Tarver cast a deep gloom and great sorrow over the city yesterday when it became known. After a long, painful, and severe illness, against which he struggled manfully, and through which he was given every attention that medical skill and kindly loving care could suggest. Charley Bird Tarver passed to his reward Thursday morning, Oct.26,1911. Mr.Tarver was born in Pleasant Hill, Mississippi, July 31,1873. He moved to Arkansas about eight years ago and has resided here and in Wynne almost continuously since. He was married to Miss Mary Mason shortly after moving to this state and she with one son, survive him. He had been in ill health for several years, having been compelled to give up a lucrative position in a bank in Wynne on account of the close environment. He was a victim of the dread White Plague, and was finally compelled two months ago to take to his room and bed, from which he never left. The services at the grave were performed by Rev.J.R.Nelson, of the Methodist church were most impressive, and while the choir sang the hymns while his remains were interred in the FORREST CITY. His parents, brothers and sisters and several other relatives from abroad followed the body to the grave. Charley Bird Tarver was an honest, upright, enterprising Christian gentleman. He leaves a wife, and a boy of five years, besides his parents, brothers and sisters, and other relatives and friends to mourn his loss.
TATE J. B. MRS 1872 1 8 1911 BAYOU METO
1-13-1911 DEATH=DEATH OF MRS.D.B.TATE=Mr.S.B.Kelley, of the Times office, received a long distance telephone call last Saturday afternoon telling him of the serious illness of his sister in law, Mrs.D.B.Tate of Jacksonville, Ark., and advising him if he wished to see her before she died, he should come at once. Mr.Kelley left Sunday morning, and upon arriving in Jacksonville learning that she had passed away. Mrs.Tate had been ill only a few days, after contracting a falal case while visiting her sister in this city about four weeks ago, suffering from pneumonia. She was in her thirty ninth year at the time of her death, she was a native of Lee county. She leave her husband, and one sister, Mrs.S.B.Kelley of this city. Her remains were interred in the Bayou Meto cemetery.
TATUM KENNETH NOEL 12 11 1937 9 10 2001 FPARK
NEXT TO BECKY TATUM-Mr. Kenneth Noel Tatum, age 63, of Forrest City, died Monday, Sept. 10, 2001, at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Tatum was born Dec. 11, 1937 in Memphis and was the son of Noel Tatum and Almeria Kennedy Tatum. He lived in Forrest City all of his life and was a retired superintendent of the Forrest City Water Treatment Plant and attended the Fellowship Bible Church.Mr. Tatum married Becky Laughinghouse Cox in 1958 and she survives him along with two sons, Rusty Tatum of Batesville and Bruce Tatum of Potts Camp, Miss; one daughter, Connie Clarkson of Holly Springs, Miss.; two sisters, Joyce Hollis of Forrest City and Beverly Love of West Memphis and 10 grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Tatum will be Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Tatum will be held Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
TAYLOR BABY BOY UNK 2 12 1906 CITY
Mr.& Mrs.Charley Taylor, of this city, have the sympathy of their friends in the loss of their baby boy on Monday evening, Feb.12,1906, Eld.J.A.McCord of the Baptist church conducted the funeral rites, and the remains were interred in The FORREST CITY Tuesday afternoon. 2-16-1906
TAYLOR BOBBIE ANN MRS HARRIS 7 29 1938 1 28 2005 FPARK
5018&5020-Next to Bert Taylor-Married 1961-Birth: unknown Death: Jan. 28, 2005 Forrest Park Cemetery Forrest City ARJONESBORO SUN JONESBORO AR 1/29/05FORREST CITY -- Bobbie Ann Taylor, 66, of Forrest City died Friday, Jan. 28, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis.Survivors include a daughter, Lisa Gwathney of Forrest City; two sisters, Brenda Huckaba of Marion and Linda Rainwater of Florence, Ala.; four brothers, Junior Harris of Aubrey, Ray Harris of Moro, Billy Harris of Forrest City and Charles Harris of Colt; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Thornton.Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Burial will be in Forrest Park Cemetery.
TAYLOR CHERRICK 6 15 1997 7 6 2006 PARADISE GARDENS NATIVE
Mr. Cherrick Taylor, age 29, of Memphis, died Thursday, July 6, 2006.Mr. Taylor was born June 15, 1977, in Forrest City and he was a truck driver with Davis Trucking. He is survived by his father Wade Taylor Jr.; two sons, Cheran Taylor of Little Rock and Carrington Taylor of Memphis; a brother, Demetrius Taylor of Forrest City; his paternal grandmother Ophelia Taylor and his maternal grandmother Ida Bolden of Forrest City, both of Forrest City.Visitation for Mr. Taylor will be held on Wednesday, July 12, 2006, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Old St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church on Thursday, July 13, 2006, at noon with Minister Wade Taylor Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS.
TAYLOR DAVE 10 19 1929 4 28 2008 WEST TENNESSEE USARMY
Mr. Dave "Ragmop" Taylor, age 78, of Forrest City, died Monday, April, 28, 2008, at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Taylor was born Oct. 19, 1929, in Tunica, Miss., the son of Tom Taylor and Estella Campbell. He worked for 18 years for the City of Tunica, Miss. and was a veteran of the United States Army and received an honorable discharge. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Winfrey Taylor of Forrest City; three sons, Michael Bowdrie of Little Rock, Michael Taylor of Memphis and Andre Frizer of Forrest City and 10 daughters, Rosemary Jones of Sikeston, Mo., Rev. Aserlean Dotson, Tonya Bowles and Dobora Taylor all of Memphis, Cynthia Taylor, Erica Jones and Pamela Pryor all of Tunica, Miss, Malissa Ajimu and Tamika Bell both of Forrest City and Tanisha McGhee of Atlanta, Ga. He is also survived by two brothers, MacArthur Gilbert of Tunica, Miss and Herman Jones of Gainesborough, Fla.; three sisters, Josie Sanders of Peoria, Ill., Hildia Brown of Earle and Thelma Ewing of Kankakee, Ill.; 40 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Taylor will be held on Monday, May 5, 2008, from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Willis Temple Church of God in Christ in Madison with Superintendent J.D. Alexander and Rev. Aserlean Dotson officiating, Burial will follow in West Tennessee Veteran Cemetery in Memphis. Published: 2008-05-02
TAYLOR DEROTHA MAY MRS WILLIS 4 23 1923 11 6 2002 JERICHO NATIVE
Mrs. Derotha Mary Taylor, age 80, of Palestine, died Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002, at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Taylor, born April 23, 1923, in Palestine, was the daughter of Oscar T. Willis and Estella Gilbert Willis. She is survived by three daughters, LaDora McDaniel and LaVerne McDaniel, both of Palestine and Loretta Ratchford of Forrest City; a son, Lincoln Taylor Jr. of Palestine; two sisters Sarah E.W. Taylor and Anna Minor, both of Forrest City; 17 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Taylor will be hold on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for will be held on Monday, Nov. 11, 2002, at 1 p.m. at Jericho Church of God in Christ with Elder Lincoln Taylor Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Jericho Cemetery
TAYLOR DOROTHY MISS 1 9 1918 2 15 2008 FPARK NATIVE
Ms. Dorothy Taylor, age 90, of Madison, died Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, in Forrest City. Ms. Taylor was born Jan. 9, 1918, in Madison, the daughter of Mitchell Taylor and Opal Butler Taylor. She made her home in Madison for all of her life. She was a bookkeeper and a member of the Madison Methodist Church. Ms. Taylor is survived by a sister, T.J. June Fetzer. Funeral services for Ms. Taylor were held on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008, at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Forrest Park Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to visit the online registry at www.stevensfuneralhome.net. Published: 2008-02-18
TAYLOR EDNA MRS BARNETT 9 18 1919 3 21 2005 COGBILL NATIVE
Mrs. Edna E. Barnett Taylor, age 85, of Wynne, died Monday, March, 21, 2005, at Crestpark Nursing Home in Wynne.Mrs. Taylor was born Sept. 18, 1919, in Hughes, the daughter of George Barnett and Lona Helmns Barnett. She was a homemaker and a member of the Harris Chapel Baptist Church.She is survived by four daughters, Delores Banks of Wynne, Joy Banks Horton of Wynne, Diane Banks Nelson of West Memphis, Dot Banks Worley of Cherry Valley; one brother, James Barnett of West Memphis; two sisters, Pauline Walker and Eunice Walker both of House Springs, Mo.; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three husbands, Wayne Blaylock, Willie Banks and Thomas B. Taylor; three sons, Bill Blaylock, David Blaylock and Gene Blaylock; and by two brothers, Allen Barnett and Paul Barnett.Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2005, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne with Bro. Dan Minton of Paragould officiating. Burial will follow in COGBILL in Wynne.
TAYLOR ETHEL MOTHER 11 5 1933 11 28 2002 PARADISE GARDENS
Mother Ethel Taylor-Mooney, age 87, of Forrest City, AR died Thursday, November 28, 2002, in Forrest City, AR.She married Leroy Taylor on November 5, 1933. After 59 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on May 29, 1993. On July 1, 1999, she married William Mooney, Sr., who survives her.She is survived by five daughters, Florida Matthew, Geneva Murphy, and Doris Weaver, all of Forrest City, AR; Deloris Britton of Little Rock, AR; and Linda Taylor of Jonesboro, AR; four sons, Walter Taylor of Wimauma, FL, Allen Jerry Taylor, of Bradton, FL; Leon Taylor of Corsicana, TX, and Penroy Patton of Chicago, IL; one brother, Johnny Miller, Jr., of West Memphis, AR; 86 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren, 25 great-great-grandchildren and 16 step-children. She was preceded in death by five children.Mother Ethel Taylor-Mooney was a member of Willis Temple C.O.G.I.C. in Madison, AR for more than 60 years, where she served as Church Mother, District Evangelist, Chair Lady, Prayer Warrior and Church Missionary. She worked for Crestpark Nursing Home, as a nurse's aid for 28 years; worked as a private duty nurse for 22 years; and worked in housekeeping for 20 years.A family and public visitation will be held Wednesday, December 4, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Willis Temple C.O.G.I.C. in Madison, AR. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 5, 11 a.m. to Noon at Willis Temple C.O.G.I.C. in Madison, AR. Funeral services will follow at 12 p.m., with burial at Paradise Gardens in Edmondson, AR, with Supt. J.D. Alexander officiating. J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home of Marianna, AR is in charge of arrangements.
TAYLOR GEORGE PRESSLEY JUDGE/SR./GENERAL 10 13 1850 5 13 1902 CITY
JUDGE TAYLOR PASSES AWAY=Buried under the auspices of the Masons. Judge George P.Taylor, who was stricken with apoplexy on May.7, died Tuesday, May 13,1902 at his home. He never spoke again from the attack on the 7th, but lay unconscious until death claimed its victim, and he passed away peacefully and without a struggle. "Death loves a shining mark," in claiming Hon.George P.Taylor as its victim, it has robbed the family of its mainstay and protector; of a loving husband, and a kind and indulgent father. He was perhaps better known and more universally esteemed than any other character in Eastern Arkansas. He has been prominent in social, business, church, political, and fraternal circles for many years, and in the discharge of his duties as a representative of his constituents here and following of his inclinations, has mingled with the great men of the state and nation among whom he has a legion of friends. The writer has known the Judge for sixteen years, and he has always been our friend, and his counsel was always wise and never selfish. The funeral sermon was delivered by Elder W.H.Paslay, who was assisted in the ceremonies by Elder A.N.Couch, at the Baptist church, Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The remains were accompanied from the residence by the Blue lodge and a Knights Templar escort, to the FORREST CITY under the auspices of Forrest City Lodge No.198, F.A. & M. The Woodmen of the World also attended the funeral in a body, and accompanied the body to its resting place. The funeral procession was lead by Tyler Geo.W.Pearson, and the Citizen's Concert Band, and was one of the largest in the history of the city. The following biographical sketch is taken from the 1892 Souvenir edition of the Forrest City Times: A man of over six feet in height, and 195 pounds, was born in Cooper County, Missouri, Oct.13,1850, and traces his ancestry back to John Taylor of Scotch and Irish descent, who was the founder of that branch of the family on this side of the continent. He came to America before the great "Stamp Act" and "Boston Tea Party" occurred, and settled among the colonies in South Carolina. He was loyal to the country of his adoption when the great conflict began which announced the birth of the greatest nation on the face of the globe, and gave one of his sons to the cause of freedom. Early in the history of Kentucky, John Taylor emigrated to this territory, and here was born and reared his son, upon whom was bestowed the family name of John. He grew to manhood in a locality even then thinly settled, but being lured by the tales of the new region across the Mississippi, followed the train of emigrants westward, and among the prominent names in the early history of Cooper County, Missouri. appears that of John Taylor. He was there married to Miss Cockrell. After remaining there in that county till the breaking out of the war he moved to St.Louis. George P.Taylor spent his life in his native state, and attended school at Boonville, taught by Rev.Dr.Kemper. OBIT-BIO He was fourteen when his father moved to St.Louis, and in 1867 removed to Arkansas; settling in Lee County on a plantation, where he remained until 1873. Then he came to Forrest City, and died here in 1879 of yellow fever, his wife preceding him by about a year. George P.Taylor located as as citizen of St.Francis county in 1870, where he was engaged in farming, being married in Feb.1873 to Miss Alice Koonce, a native of this county. She is the mother of six children-Edgar P.,Walter R.,Alva J., Alice N., Nannie, and George Jr. In 1874 after the reconstruction act, Mr.Taylor was elected representative of St.Francis county, though at that time only twenty four years of age. He was re-elected in 1878 and 1880 was appointed county collector. In 1880 he entered into the real estate business at Forrest City. In 1885, the Forrest City Manufacturing Co. was formed, with Mr.Taylor as President, but a fire after caused the dissolution of the business. In 1881, he formed a partnership with Hatcher & Mann in the mercantile business, remaining two years. December, 1886, he was associated with James M.Stewart as real estate agents and brokers, then the only firm of that kind in the county. He is one of the organizers and is the secretary of the Forrest City Hotel company; a stockholder and director of the Bank of Eastern Arkansas. He also owns several plantations in this county, and is conceded to be one of its most prominent citizens. He is presently a member of the prosperous firm of Taylor & Izard, real estate and insurance agents. He is a member of the Baptist church, and their home is one of the finest here, with a well stocked library. Bringing the sketch on down to now: the firm of Taylor & Izard were succeeded by Geo.P.Taylor & Co., Edgar P.Taylor taking the junior partnership. In 1896, the subject of this sketch was made Brigadier General of the Arkansas State Guard by Governor Fishback. In 1898, he was elected to the office of County and Probate Judge. All of the family aforementioned survive him. 5-16-1902
TAYLOR J. N. 1860 10 11 1902 HUGHES
Mr.J.N.Taylor, who lived with his family at the Beauchamp place near Stuart Springs, Died Saturday night, Oct.11,1902, of pneumonia, and was buried Sunday at the Hughes cemetery. There were no ceremonies. He leaves a wife and five children in destitute circumstance. He was 42 years of age. 10-17-1902
TAYLOR JACK UNK 8 11 1909 FCTIMES
8-13-1909 KILLING AT HETH=Coroner Todd was called over to Heth, a station about 16 miles east of the city, on the Rock Island road, yesterday morning, Aug.12,1909, to hold an inquest over the body of Jack Taylor, who was shot and killed by George Henry Lyttle Wednesday afternoon, Aug.11,1909. From the evidence it appears that Lyttle's wife went into the woods to meet Taylor to get a note for another woman. On her way home she heard the report of a gun, and soon met her husband who raised the gun and shot at her. But the appearance of the body and the disarrangement of his clothing, contradicts the womans testimony, and evidences that the husband had caught them in the act. Lyttle made his escape, and therefore the jury declared murder, instead of the "Unwritten Law" if he had stayed for the inquest.
TAYLOR JAMES W. 12 24 1954 1 20 2008 NESBIT
Mr. James W. Taylor, age 53, of Nesbit, Miss., died Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in DeSoto, Miss. He was a Baptist and was employeed at Bacon Foreign Parts in West Memphis. Mr. Taylor is survived by two sons, James Walter Taylor of Bean Station, Tenn. and Christopher Taylor of Marion; his mother, Georgia A. Gill of Nesbit, Miss.; his stepmeother, Anita Taylor of Forrest City; two brothers, George Taylor of Flora, Miss and Gregory Taylor of Nesbit, Miss.; a stepbrother, Darrel Wayne May of San Diego, Calif.; a step-sister Mary Alissa Varnadoe of Memphis and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, James W. Taylor. Visitation for Mr. Taylor will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, 2008, at the Brantley Phillips Funeral Home of Hernando, Miss. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, Burial will follow in Nesbit Cemetery in Nesbit, Miss. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, the Kidney Foundation or the Nesbit Cemetery Association.Published: 2008-01-21
TAYLOR JIM UNK 8 1906 UNKNOWN
An aged negro, Jim Taylor, was found dead lying across the bed in a house on what is known as the "Crisp" or "Old Jones Place" in Egypt. This is the third person to die in that house in about two months time, and two of them died instantly. Sloniker Mill Times. 8-24-1906
TAYLOR JOHNNIE W. 4 27 1913 4 25 2001 HUGHES
Mr. Johnnie W. Taylor, age 87, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, April 25, 2001, at the U.T. Bowld Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Taylor, born April 27, 1913, in Alabama, was the son of James L. Taylor and Evie Porter Taylor. He was a farmer and a member of Widener Baptist Church and lived in Forrest City most of his life.In 1931, Mr. Taylor married Eva Christy, and she preceded him in death in 1976. In 1978, he married Alma Busby, and she preceded him in death in 1992. He is survived by two sons, Wilburn Taylor of Millington, Tenn., and Lloyd Taylor of Forrest City; two daughters, Weaber Christian of Tennessee Ridge, Tenn. and Retha Clark of Jonesboro; 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death in 1973 by a son, Gilbert Taylor.Visitation for Mr. Taylor will be held Wednesday, April 25, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Taylor will be held Thursday, April 26, 2001, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with burial in Hughes Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
TAYLOR JONATHAN SR 12 7 1946 7 3 2001 JERICHO NATIVE-LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Mr. Jonathan Taylor, Sr., age 54, of Champagne, Ill., formerly of Palestine, died Tuesday, July 3, 2001, at Provina Hospital in Champagne. Mr. Taylor, born Dec. 7, 1946, in Palestine, was the son of Pearlie Walker and was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Forrest City. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Shirley Webb Taylor of Champagne, Ill.; four daughters, Marion Smith, of Palestine, JoAnn Wilkerson of St. Louis, Mo., Marie Dillard of Caldwell and Rosaland Taylor of Forrest City; a son, Jonathan Taylor Jr. of Decatur, Ill.; a sister, Murline Byers of Forrest City and a brother, Soloman Taylor of Forrest City. Funeral services for Mr. Taylor will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Williams Temple Church of God in Christ in Palestine with Elder Nathaniel Pendelton officiating. Burial will follow in Jericho Cemetery. There will be a visitation service preceding the funeral from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
TAYLOR LIZZIE MISS UNK 9 18 1900 FCTIMES
Blessed are the Pure in Heart-Lizzie Taylor, who two weeks ago came to make her home with Mr.& Mrs.Dan Wylds, died of hematuria, Tuesday morning, Sep.18,1900. Cheerfulness, gentleness and thoughtful kindness, characterized her every movement. She was always ready to administer to the sick or to say who were in need. She has gone away from us, but the influence of her example will linger like a sweet aroma to bless and call us to a higher life. She is not dead, but only gone to her Father; for did not Christ say "blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God." 9-28-1900
TAYLOR LOUIS CLEBURNE 12 10 1926 5 22 2002 FPARK NATIVE
Mr. Louis Cleburne Taylor, age 75, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, May 22, 2002, at Cross County Hospital in Wynne.Mr. Taylor born Dec. 10, 1926, in St. Francis County, was the son of Homer Taylor and Doris Neille Taylor Gardner. He lived in the Forrest City area for all of his life and was retired from Arkansas Power and Light. He was a past member of the Arkansas Activities Association and was a member of First Baptist Church.In 1949, Mr. Taylor married Betty McCammon and she survives him along with two sons, Jerry Taylor of Marianna and Barry Taylor of Cabot; a daughter, Nancy Cooper of Newport; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Taylor will be held Thursday, May 23, 2002, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Taylor will be held Friday, May 24, 2002, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. Alan Smith officiating. Burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TAYLOR M. A. MRS. UNK 2 19 1909 FCTIMES
2-19-1909-MRS.W.A.TAYLOR DEAD=Mrs.W.A.Taylor, well known as the matron of the Old Ladies Home, located just east of the city, was painfully and perhaps fatally burned on Tuesday, Feb.16.1909 at her room with Mr.& Mrs.Jim Weaver. She was standing in front of the fireplace and her clothing caught fire, and before it could be extinguished, had burned her limbs and body up to her waist in a horrible manner. Dr.Longest is attending her and has little hope of her recovery on account of her extreme age. Later-Mrs.Taylor died this morning at 7 o'clock, Feb.19,1909. She was a familiar figure on the streets of Forrest City and was always busy. She will be missed and her death is regretted by her friends. She had no relatives here, but we understand that she had kinspeople in Little Rock. Miss Goodrich, a niece, came over Wednesday to take her to the hospital, but she could not be moved. God bless her soul.
TAYLOR MARY ANN MRS. 4 10 1952 2 13 2004 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Mary Ann Taylor, age 51, of Colt, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at St. Bernard Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Taylor was born April 10, 1952, in Palestine and she was a homemaker. She is survived by her mother, Nina Ellis of Rockford, Ill.; two sons, Frank Taylor Jr. and Christopher Taylor, both of Little Rock; four daughters, Patricia Ann Taylor of Colt, Christine Marie Taylor and Vera Renee Taylor of Forrest City, Angela Hope Taylor of Moro; six brothers, Oscar Flowers Jr., Ray Flowers and Ike Flowers all of Rockford, Ill., Eddie Flowers of St. Thomas, Ohio, Jerry Flowers of Atlanta, Ga. and David Flowers of New Mexico; a sister, Loraine Crawford of Forrest City and three grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Taylor will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2004, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Feb. 20, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Clay Funeral Home with Rev. S.W. Baker officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.
TAYLOR MARY MRS DANEHOWER 6 3 1915 10 25 2004 FPARK NATIVE
Mary Danehower Howe Taylor, 89, died Oct. 25 in Little Rock AR. Mary, known to her family as "Aunt Mary" and to her friends and community as "Miss Mary", was a lifetime resident of the Yocona Community in Forrest City. She is survived by three children, Mary Nell Sparks (Chad) of Beebe, Pat Howe (Jo) of Searcy, and Markham Howe (Gayle) of Little Rock. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Justin Sparks of West Point (USMA) NY, Cindy Howe of Searcy AR, Jenny Boykin of Newnan GA, Ben Howe of Fayetteville GA, Brian Howe of Los Angeles CA, Michael Howe of Denver CO, Mark Howe of Little Rock, and Lisa Holbert of Little Rock. She is also survived by one brother, Will Roe Danehower of Arlington TX and a host of nieces and nephews who were very important in her life.She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Chester Danehower and Nora Belle Cox Danehower, both of Forrest City, one sister Azile Odom, and four brothers John Danehower, James Danehower, Sam Danehower and David Danehower, all of Forrest City. Her husband, Ben Howe, died in 1957.Mary was a member of First Baptist Church in Forrest City, where she prepared the Wednesday night supper for many years. She most recently was a member of the "Happy Dayers" and the TEL Sunday school class. She will also be remembered as one of two founders of the "Kountry Kitchen" which was a community based home-style restaurant operated each year during the St. Francis County Fair, which she operated for over 36 years. She was a member of the St. Francis County Fair Board and established the petting zoo at the fair. She worked with the Agricultural Extension Service in St. Francis County and was a 4-H leader for her community youth for many years. She was also a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club for many years.She was a farmer and enjoyed being outside with her animals, which she often shared with school children and neighborhood children when they came for a "fun day" at the farm. She would also entertain primary and elementary children by taking a lamb to school to bottle-feed for the students.Anyone who would like to send condolences to the family via email may do so at auntmarymissmary@yahoo.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church in Forrest City, to the Arkansas State University Foundation Fund or to a charity of choice.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Stevens Funeral Home in Forrest City AR. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Stevens.
TAYLOR MOSES 7 12 1935 10 4 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Moses "Peter" Taylor Jr., age 67, of Madison, died Friday, Oct. 4, 2002, at Primacy Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Memphis.Mr. Taylor was born July 12, 1935, in Earle, and was a retired laborer with Griffin Lumber Company. He is survived by two sons, Billy Taylor of Jonesboro and Leodis Wiley Sr., of Pontiac, Mich.; two brothers, Johnny Taylor Sr. of Madison and Chester Taylor of Memphis; a sister, Georgia Taylor of Chicago, Ill.; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Taylor will be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2002, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2002, at 10 a.m. at St. John M.B. Church with Rev. James Brooks officiating. Burial will follow at CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
TAYLOR PEGGY RUTH MRS. GUSTAVUS 6 30 1944 12 19 2004 HUGHES
Mrs. Peggy Ruth Taylor, age 60, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Taylor was the daughter of Lloyd and Carrie Gustavus, a pharmacy tech at Harvest Foods in Forrest City for over 15 years, where she was loved by all customers and co-workers. She was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Larry E. Taylor of Forrest City; one daughter, Cathy Criss of Palestine; three sons, Billy BaileyJr. of Colt, Larry Wayne Taylor of Bono and Terry Taylor of Caldwell; three sisters, Elizabeth Chrestman ofByhalia, Miss., Mary Killingsworth of Caldwell and Betty Kucera of Sealy, Texas; three brothers, Tommy Gustavus of Rogers, James Gustavus and Freddie Gustavus both of West Memphis; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Bailey; a sister, Johnnie Gustavus and a brother, Henry Gustavus.Visitation for Mrs. Taylor was held Tuesday, Dec. 21 at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2004, at 2 p.m. at the Good Hope Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
TAYLOR PINKIE MRS. CURNE 2 4 1915 6 10 2006 CASTEEL
Mrs. Pinkie Taylor, age 91, of Forrest City, died on Saturday, June 10, 2006, at St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Taylor was born Feb. 4, 1915, in Poplar Grove, the daughter of Henry Curne and Emmaline Moore Curne. She is survived by two daughters, Mildred Taylor of Widener and Emma Taylor of Forrest City; three sons, Mack Taylor and James Taylor, both of Chicago, Ill., and Lawrence Taylor of Forrest City; 16 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Taylor will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2006, at 10 a.m. at CASTEEL with Rev. Charles Latham officiating. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of all arrangements.
TAYLOR SARAH ELIZABETH 11 28 1921 10 31 2003 FPARK NATIVE
6266-NEXT TO SISTER JANELLE TAYLOR-Ms. Sarah Elizabeth Taylor, age 81, of Madison, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Ms. Taylor was born Nov. 28, 1921, in Forrest City, the daughter of Mitchel Taylor and Opal Butler Taylor. She lived in Madison for most of her life and was a member of the Madison Methodist Church.Ms. Taylor is survived by two sisters, Dorothy Leopard of Madison and June Fetzer of Forrest City, and several other friends and family members.Funeral services for Ms. Taylor were held on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2003, at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Forrest Park Cemetery.
TAYLOR SARAH MRS. 1 16 1925 5 29 2007 CASTEEL
Mrs. Sarah Taylor, age 82, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Taylor was born Jan. 16, 1925. She worked for Reltoc Manufacturing as a seamstress. She is survived by a son, John Taylor of Forrest City; a grandchild and a niece. Visitation for Mrs. Taylor was held on Thursday, June 7, 2007, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 8, 2007, at Beth Salem Baptist Church at 10 a.m. with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.Published: 2007-06-07
TAYLOR SON 1892 8 30 1902 UNKNOWN
The son of Bert Taylor passed away at Colt of congestion, on Saturday, Aug.30,1902. He was ten years old. 9-5-1902
TAYLOR THOMAS L. 3 8 1933 11 17 2003 HUGHES NATIVE
Mr. Thomas L. Taylor, age 70, of Caldwell, died Monday, Nov. 17, 2003.Mr. Taylor was born March 8, 1933, in Colt, the son of James T. Taylor and Nona Johnson Taylor. He had lived in St. Francis County all of his life and was a contractor and a veteran of the Korean War.Mr. Taylor married Carol Sue Busby in 1953 and she survives him along with two daughters, Brenda Howard of Palestine and Deborah Marrs of Millington, Tenn.; three sons, Barry Taylor, David Taylor and Daniel Taylor all of Forrest City; a sister, Virginia Haynes of Palestine; a brother, Billy Joe Taylor of North Carolina; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Taylor will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements
TAYLOR W. L. MR. UNK 4 24 1902 UNKNOWN
Killing at Whitmore=News reached the city yesterday morning, Apr.24,1902, that Tom Yarbrough, had shot and instantly killed his father in law, W.L.Taylor, at Whitmore. Deputy Sheriff Murphree and Coroner Alley went over on the morning train, the former to arrest Yarbrough, the latter to perform the inquest. The inquest determined that the two were mill hands at Bernham's mill, and that they had quarreled the day previous about some trivial matter. The next morning at about 6 am, while Taylor was walking across the mill platform, Yarbrough came upon him with a shotgun, and without further to do, fired the load taking effect in Taylor's head. He took three other shots, but only the first, took effect. Afterwards Yarbrough took to the woods and is still at large. Taylor died almost instantly. 4-25-1902
TAYLOR WILL UNK 3 4 1905 UNKNOWN
Will Crisp killed Will Taylor at Whitmore, Saturday night, March 4, 1905, and made his escape. The difficulty arose over the visits of Crisp to the home of Taylor. From all we can learn, Crisp was justified in using his gun to such good effect. He is still at large. Both are colored. 3-10-1905
TEAGUE ORLAND D. 2 19 1925 4 8 2001 REST HILLS USNAVY
Mr. Orland D. Teague, age 76, of Quitman, died Sunday, April 8, 2001. Mr. Teague was born Feb. 19, 1925, in Vilonia to Leonard G. and Laura Johnson Teague. He served in the U.S. Navy and worked as a power plant operator in the U.S. Corps of Engineers. Mr. Teague was preceded in death by his wife, Roberta Lee Teague He is survived by four sons, Michael Teague of Quitman, Gary Teague, Bob Teague and Orland Dee Teague, all of Mountain Home; one brother, Orville Teague of Mt. Ida; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 11, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held for Mr. Teague, Thursday, April 12, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Griffin-Leggett Rest Hills Cemetery in Sherwood under the direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home
TEAL Mollie Miss UNK 1 8 1895 FCTIMES
Quite a little stir was occasioned Tuesday night by the finding of the dead body of an old woman, known as "old Aunt Mollie Teal," lying by the fireplace in her cabin in the northern portion of the town. Aunt Mollie was of the very retiring dispositon and held her self aloof from her neighbors. 1-11-1895
TEETERS FRANCINE MRS. WILKINSON 9 18 1959 8 29 2002 CHESTNUT OAK
Mrs. Francine Teeters, 42, of Kuttawa, Ky., died Thursday, Aug. 29, 2002, at her home in Kuttawa.Mrs. Teeters was born Sept. 18, 1959, in Crittenden County, the daughter of Patrick Taylor Wilkinson and Bonnie Lou Wallace Wilkinson. She was an Environmental Program Supervisor for the Pennyrile District Health Department serving Lyon, Caldwell, Crittenden, Trigg and Livingston counties in Kentucky and was a Baptist.Mrs. Teeters is survived by her daughter, Jasmine Tifarah Teeters of Kuttawa, Ky.; a son, J.J. Teeters of Kuttawa, Ky.; her mother; four brothers, Allen Wilkinson and Raymond Wilkinson both of Forrest City, Eddie Wilkinson of Paducah, Ky. and Thomas Wilkinson; two foster sisters, Bea Iba Cruz of Lexington, Ky. and Alice Medina of Glencoe, Minn. She was preceded in death by her father.Visitation for Mrs. Teeters will be held Friday, Aug. 30, 2002, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Lakeland Funeral Home in Eddyville, Ky. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 31, 2002 at 11 a.m. at Lakeland Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Hagan officiating. Burial will follow in Chestnut Oak Cemetery in Lyon County under the direction of Lakeland Funeral Home of Eddyville, Ky
TEETS MYRA MRS. WILKINS 7 7 1917 3 18 2008 FPARK NATIVE
Mrs. Myra L. Teets, age 90, of Colt, died Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Wynne Health Care. Mrs. Teets was born July 7, 1917, in Forrest City, the daughter of Walter Wilkins and Mable Fisher Wilkins. She was a retired secretary and a Baptist. Mrs. Teets married Elmo Teets in 1947 and he preceded her in death in 2004. She is survived by a son, Dale Elmo Teets of West Memphis; three daughters, Linda Louise Anderson of Memphis, Carolyn Clark of Colt and Judy Beggs of Pangburn; one sister, Mary Vinson of Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Teets will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 21, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.stevensfuneralhome.net. Published: 2008-03-19
TEMPLE BRENDA MRS. AKINS 5 5 1944 6 2 2003 COGBILL
Mrs. Brenda Akins Warren Temple, age 59, of Little Rock, died on Monday, June 2, 2003.Mrs. Temple, born May 5, 1944, in Wynne, was the daughter of Oliver Ray and Mildred Miller Akins. She was a Forrest City School District first grade teacher from 1967 to 1979 and taught at Sylvan Hills Elementary from 1979 to 1997.Mrs. Temple is survived by her husband, Dale Temple; two daughters, Rae Akins Warren Millerd of Marion and Kelly Archer Warren Chandler of Sherwood; two sisters, Olivia Akins Bokker of Forrest City and Susan Akins Vest of Wynne; five grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Temple will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2003, at 11 a.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1000 N. Mississippi, in Little Rock with the Rev. Pamela S. Morgan officiating. A graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. at COGBILL in Wynne with Mr. Odell McCallum presiding.
TEMPLE JAMES UNK 2 10 1899 FCTIMES
MADISON-The many friends of James Temple will regret to learn of his death, which occurred at his brother in law's place, one and a half miles from Madison, last Friday night, Feb.10,1899, at 3 o'clock. He was formerly a resident of this county, but for the last six or seven years he lived in Texas until last summer, when his health became so bad that he returned to Madison, hoping that the return would be beneficial to his health, when he learned he suffered from consumption. He was never married, his loving sister and numerous other relatives have the sympathy of the entire community.2-17-1899
TEMPLE KATIE MAE MRS. 8 15 1918 1 11 2007 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Katie Mae Temple, aged 88, of Marianna, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. She as born Aug. 15, 1918 in Des Arc. She was a member of Paradise M.B. Church and she was a recipient of the Mamie Nelson Community Service Award from the local NAACP branch. In 1936, she married Richard Temple, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Temple is survived by four children, Patricia Temple, which whom she lived, Richard Temple Jr., of Marianna, Barbara A. Tame Baker of Memphis and William Steven Temple of Los Angeles. She also leaves eight grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister, Elva Thomas; three brothers Jessie Humbert, Bruce Humbert and J.C. Humbert and by two step-brothers Robert Champ and George Champ. Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007, at Marianna Funeral Home. Burial was at Paradise Garden in Edmondson.Published: 2007-01-22
TENNIE MONICA PATRICE MRS. GARRETT 10 10 1962 10 10 2001 CASTEEL
Monica Patrice Tennie, 39, of Haynes, died Wednesday, Oct. 10,2001 She is survived by three children, Markesha, Nikki and Carrington, all of Haynes; her mother and father, Albert and Alberta Garrett of Haynes; one sister, Cynthia Lewellen of Haynes; and one brother, Michael Garrett of Little Rock. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15 at Spring Grove M.B. Church in Haynes with Rev. Cedric Coleman officiating. Burial was in CASTEEL in Forrest City. Marianna Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
TERHUNE WILLIAM EDWARD 8 7 1917 11 16 2003 OAKLAWN
Mr. William Edward "Bill" Terhune, age 86, of Brinkley, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 2003, at Springhill Baptist Hospital in North Little Rock.Mr. Terhune was born August 7, 1917, in Brinkley, the son of Carl Edward and Claudia Mae Smith Terhune. He lived in Brinkley for all of his life and worked for Wylie Funeral Home for many years. He also worked for Colonial Bakery, was a member of the Brinkley Fire Department for 51 years and served chief for many years. Mr. Terhune was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Brinkley.Mr. Terhune is survived by his wife of 62 years, Maxine Smith Terhune of Brinkley; a daughter, Barbara Terhune Shell of Little Rock and a grandson.Funeral services were held Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2003, at the Presbyterian Church in Brinkley. Burial followed in Oaklawn Cemetery in Brinkley. The Fowler Funeral Home of Brinkley was in charge of all arrangements.
TERRELL BURL D. 1 24 1927 1 8 2007 ROC ROE VET-WWII
Mr. Burl D. Terrell, age 79, of Forrest City, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007, at his home. Mr. Terrell was born Jan. 24, 1927, in Humphrey, the son of George Terrell and Maude Harris Terrell. He made his home in Forrest City for the past four years. He was a tugboat captain, a veteran of World War II and a member of the Old Time Pentecostal Church. Mr. Terrell married Margie Coleman May in 2002. She survives him along with a daughter, Julie Ann Denney of Clarendon; two sons, Keith Terrell of Judsonia and Lanny Terrell of Wheatley; six step-daughters, Sharon Floyd and Kim Pate both of Forrest City, Tammie Watlington and Martha Sullins both of Wynne, Melissa Holland of Black Rock and Wanda Moore of Jacksonville; four step-sons, Bobby Turner of Widener, Hank Turner of Dianna, Texas, Vernon Lyn Sullins of Jonesboro and William Sullins of Forrest City; three sisters, Sue Eastham of Houston, Texas, Peggy Sherman of Coppers Cave, Texas and Vickie Robertson of Roe; three brothers, Arlin Terrell of Bartlesville, Okla., Max Terrell of Imboden and Steve Terrell of San Antonio, Texas. He is also survived by 47 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Terrell will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Roc Roe Cemetery in Roe.Published: 2007-01-09
TERRELL C. D. MRS. 1866 8 16 1906 TENNESSEE
Mrs.Terrell Dead=Mrs.C.D.Terrell, of 1367 Adams Street, extended, fell dead from a chair in the sitting room of her residence yesterday afternoon, Aug.16.1906, while laughing and talking with her daughters. A physician was summoned, and pronounced the lady's malady as heart failure. Death was almost instantaneous, She came to Memphis from Germantown, Tenn., and was 40 years of age and is survived by her husband and five children. The remains will be forwarded to Germantown for interment at that place by Thompson Bros.Undertakers. The Terrell family lived in Forrest City up until a year ago and deceased lady has a large circle of friends here. 8-17-1906
TERRY ELIZA JANE MRS NEWMAN 8 20 1848 6 6 1924 HUGHES
Eliza Jane NewmanParents: Daniel Newmon & Hetty Shields Birth: 20 AUG 1848 Bradley County, Tennessee Death: 6 JUN 1924
TERRY HENRY W. DR. 10 5 1879 10 30 1906 HUGHES NATIVE
DR.H.W.TERRY-Sticken with pneumonia succumbs to the Grim Reaper. The sad news of the death of Dr.H.W.Terry reached his relatives and many friends Wednesday, and there has been genuine and sincere regret. Dr.Terry was born in this county, and was a graduate of Memphis Medical College Class of 1904. He was married in 1903 to Miss Emma Humphreys of this city, and one child has blessed their union. They located Devall's Bluff, Ark., and then at Konawa, Indian Territory, where he was practicing his profession. He was sick about ten days, and died Tuesday night, Oct.30,1906, of pneumonia. The remains were brought here, arriving last night. They were met at the depot by the Masons and Stevens Bros.Undertakers, and the body was taken to the residence of his brother, Mr.J.H.Terry, on South Washington Street. The precious remains will be interred in the Hughes cemetery Sunday morning, under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge, Rev.P.H.Hensley conducting the funeral services. Mr.J.B. and Dr.P.E.Terry, brothers of the deceased, were with him during his illness, and his mother, Mrs.E.J.Terry, left Monday for his bedside, but arrived too late. He was 27 years of age. His parents, John A. and Mrs.Eliza J.Terry. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, and the Knights of Liberty. Besides his wife, Emma, daughter Eunice, his two brothers, Dr.P.E.Terry of Brinkley, and Mr.J.B.Terry of Forrest City, and a sister, Miss Maggie Nov.2,1906-Forrest City Times Newspaper
TERRY JAMES ALVIN 2 24 1838 3 5 1905 HUGHES CSA-CoF-5TH ARKANSAS INFANTRY
Obituary-James Alvin Terry, son of Wm. and M.Terry, was born in Lafayette Co., Tenn., Feb.24,1838. He and one brother, (now living in the Indian Territory) have for some time been the only survivors of ten sons and two daughters. In 1859, he moved to Harrisburg with his parents. In 1861 he enlisted as a volunteer in the 5th Arkansas Regiment, Co.F, and remained in the service until the close of the war. He was distinguished for his gallantry on six occasions, and in the battle of Murphreesboro was severely wounded. At the close of the war, he settled in St.Francis Co. six miles north of Forrest City. On Sept.18,1866 he married Miss Eliza Jane Morgan, who with four sons and one daughter remain to deplore his demise. Three older sons and one daughter have passed on before. In 1874 Mr.Terry united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church of Good Hope, and in 1904 transferred his membership to the Presbyterian church of Forrest City. Of both these churches he has been a consistent member. His death occurred on Sunday, Mar.5, 1905, at the age of 67 years and 9 days. The surviving members of his family include:Mrs.E.J.Terry, and four children; Mr.Hanner Terry, Ernest, of Fayetteville, and Miss Maggie of Forrest City, Dr.F.E.Terry of Brinkley, and Dr.H.F.Terry of Devall's Bluff. The funeral services were conducted at the Good Hope church Monday March 6,1905, by Rev.P.H.Hensley of the Presbyterian church, assisted by Elder J.A.McCord of the Baptist church, both of Forrest City, and the precious remains were laid to rest in the Hughes cemetery, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing and sympathic friends, 3-10-1905 John Banner Terry M 28 Jun 1867 Arkansas 6 Feb 1913 Forrest City, St Francis, Arkansas Wife: Mary Terry F 1870 Children: James Terry Profile M 1872 Arkansas Pleasant Eddie Terry M 1875 Arkansas Charlie Terry M 1877Arkansas Henry Terry M 5 Oct 1879 Arkansas 30 Oct 1906 Margaret Maybell Terry F 6 MAR 1883 -Crowley Ridge, Arkansas 6 mi N. of Forrest C. 21 DEC 1971 Harrisonburg, Virginia. (Mennonite Home) Earnest Terry M Feb 12 1886 Arkansas Jan 6 1942 Father of John Banner Terry is also buried with the Terry family in the Hughes Cemetery:this is his obituary: James Alvin Terry- Birth: Feb. 24, 1838 Death: Mar. 5, 1905-The Forrest City Times newspaper's Obituary. James Alvin Terry, son of Wm. and M. Terry, was born in Lafayette county, Tennessee, February 24, 1838. He and one brother (now living in Indian Territory) have for some time been the only survivors of a family of ten sons and two daughters. In 1852 he removed with his parents to Harrisburg, Poinsett County, Ark. In 1861 he enlisted as a volunteer in the 5th Arkansas Regiment, Co. F, and remained in the service till the close of the war. He was distinguished for his gallantry on all occasions, and in the battle of Murfreesboro was severely wounded. At the close of the war he settled in St Francis county, six miles north of Forrest City. On Sept 10, 1865, he married Miss Eliza Jane Newman, who with four sons and one daughter remain to deplore his demise. There other sons and one daughter have passed on before. In 1874 Mr.Terry united with the Good Hope congregation of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and in 1904, thirty years later, transfered his membership to the Presbyterian Church of Forrest City. Of both of these churches he has been a consistent member. His death occurred on Sunday, March 5th, 1905, at the age of 67 years and 9 days. The surviving members of his family are his wife, Mrs. E. J. Terry, and four children, Mr. John Banner Terry, Ernest and Miss Maggie, of this city, Dr. F. E. Terry of Brinkley, and Dr. H. W. Terry of De Val's Bluff. P. H. H. The funeral services were conducted at Good Hope Church Monday, March 6th, 1905, by Rev. P. H. Hensley, of the Presbyterian Church, assisted by Eld. J. A. McCord, of the Baptist Church, both of this city, and the precious remains were tenderly laid to rest in the beautiful Hughes Cemetery, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing and sympathetic friends. The Times extends its deep and sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. - Brenda Huntley Added: 11/3/2007 on FindAGrave
TERRY MARY MRS LINDSEY 3 22 1869 4 21 1901 HUGHES
Birth: Mar. 22, 1869 Death: Apr. 21, 1901 [Edit Dates] Death of Mrs.J.B.Terry-The spirit of this good woman has flown into the realms of eternity and while our hearts are wrapped in sorrow, we know that her soul has found piece and comfort in Paradise. The deceased has been an invalid for more than a year and it was seemed her afflictions were beyond the control of medical science. Every effort was exhausted by her loving husband to palliate her ills, but to no avail. At 5:15 o'clock Sunday, Apr.21,1901, Mrs.J.B.Terry passed from earthly trials and sorrows into that great beyond. In 1891, Miss Mary Lindesy was married to Mr.J.B.Terry, and two children blessed their union-two bright baby girls-to whom the entire household is sincerely attached. Mrs. Terry was always kind, and endured her afflictions with a beautiful patience and fortitude. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church when a mere child, and lived a consistent member of that organization until her demise. The remains were interred in Hughes cemetery followed by a large concourse of friends which was augmented by a large assemblage from Johnson and Telico townships and was one of the large ones seen at Hughes cemetery. Bro.Davidson of the Methodist church officiating. FORREST CITY TIMES NEWSPAPER APR.26,1901
TERRY VELMA MISS 1895 7 19 1901 HUGHES
7-26-1901 Velma, the little six year old daughter of Mr.& Mrs. J.B.Terry, died on Friday, July 19,1901, after a brief illness, and was buried the following day at the Hughes graveyard, about eight miles north of Forrest City. This is the second time within the past three months that the grim reaper has left this home in gloom and depression, taking from the good man of the house his dearest treasures and leaving him in mental torture and his soul riven with sorrow. Rev.Davidson read the burial service at the open grave where the precious fondling was laid to rest beside it's mother, and upon that sacred spot, his mind and heart torn by conflicting emotions as memories of his wife and child came up before him as they appeared in life, Mr.Terry poured out his grief. No more touching scene of sorrow can be imagined than a strong man convulsed with sobs in the face of trials over which he has no control and against which he is powerless to rebel. Little Velma was the youngest child, and her sweet disposition and lovable ways always endeared her to every member of the household.
THARP DREANNA MRS BRAY 1962 10 10 2008 BATESVILLE
Published: Friday, October 10, 2008 FLORAL - Deanna Bray Tharp, 46, of Floral died today, Oct. 10, 2008, in Searcy.The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Floral Baptist Church. A fellowship dinner will follow in the Family Life Center of the church. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday.
THIGPEN WILBUR STANLEY 3 16 1944 6 14 2008 BELL NATIVE
Mr. Wilbur Stanley Thigpen, age 64, of Forrest City, died Saturday, June 14, 2008 at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Thighpen was born March 16, 1944, in Goodwin, the son of Aaron Thigpen and Christine Elliott Thigpen. He lived in St. Francis County most of his life, was a farmer and a Baptist. Mr. Thigpen is survived by three brothers, Arnold Thigpen of Colt, Doland Thigpen of Palestine and Donnie Thigpen of Little Rock; six sisters, Norma Clardy of Palestine, Shelby Smith of Mississippi, Rita McGee of Mountain View, Debbie Ramsey of Forrest City and Willie Dean Campert and Pat Krzeminski both of Illinois and several other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Thigpen will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at 10 a.m. graveside at Bell Cemetery in Palestine. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.stevensfuneralhome.net. Published: 2008-06-18
THOMAS ANNA FLORA MRS. WALDREP 6 30 1920 5 2 2004 HARRIS CHAPEL
Mrs. Anna Flora Thomas, age 83, of Wynne, died Sunday, May 2, 2004, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mrs. Thomas was born June 30, 1920, in Wynne, the daughter of Gaynor Brackin Waldrep and Bertha Gertrude Sanders Waldrep. She was a lifelong resident of Cross County and a homemaker.Mrs. Thomas is survived two brothers, Roy Waldrep and Earnie Waldrep both of Wynne and two sisters, Moline Moore and Naomi Armstrong both of Wynne. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Thomas in 2002.Funeral services for Mrs. Thomas were held on Tuesday, May 4, 2004, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home of Wynne. Burial followed in HARRIS CHAPEL in Wynne.
THOMAS B. F. UNK 8 7 1911 UNKNOWN
8-18-1911 DEATH=Mr.B.F.Thomas died at his home in Jericho Monday, Aug.7,1911, at 10 o'clock am. He leaves a wife and five children to grieve. The family has our deep sympathy in their bereavement. Sloniker Mill Times.
THOMAS BABY GIRL 4 1903 10 15 1904 CITY
Mr.& Mrs.J.N.Thomas lost their sweet little baby girl on Saturday, Oct.15,1904, she was but 18 months old, and the remains were buried in the FORREST CITY Sunday afternoon, Rev.J.A.McCord officiating. 10-21-1904
THOMAS BILL 1952 10 22 2006 MEMORIAL
Bill Thomas, age 54, of Wynne, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2006 at Washington Regional Medical Hospital in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles Dawes Thomas and Martha Ann Jarvis Thomas. Bill Thomas was an independent businessman involved in real estate development, automobile dealership, farming and banking. He was the Executive Director of the Cross County Economic Development Corporation and has worked with economic development in Wynne for over 20 years and considered this the job he was born to do. He was the past president of the CCEDC 30- member board prior to taking the executive director job in April of 2002. Bill was born and raised in Cross County and was a graduate of Parkin High School in Parkin in 1970. He attended the University of Arkansas where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. He went on to gain his B. S. in Business Administration from the University of Mississippi, in Oxford, Miss. in 1975. He is married to LaRand Thomas and has two sons, Randy Thomas and Brett Thomas. Bill was very instrumental in the development of Village Creek Golf Resort, the Mueller expansion, bringing Eakas Arkansas to Wynne, bringing K-Tops to the Colt area and the development of the Technology Center of the Delta and The Crossroads Coalition. Prior to the above Bill was chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission in Wynne and aided in the development of the new baseball and softball facility. Bill not only recognized the importance of education of workforce but he also understood the importance of being involved within his community and region to help make it economically viable. His work in Economic development in Cross County was considered a model for the entire state. Bill was active in the following: ACCE-Arkansas Chamber of Commerce Executives, Arkansas Economic Developers Board of Directors and President Elect, Accelerate Arkansas Executive Board Member, Workforce Investment Board of Director, Boys and Girls Club Board of Director, Crossroads Coalition Board of Director, Member of the Wynne Rotary Club, Chairperson for Pillar Groups for Crossroads Coalition. These are just a few of the projects Bill is involved with in Cross County. Bill understood the importance of being involved within the community in order for it to flourish. He went above and beyond the call of duty when it comes to the needs of this community. In most cases you would find Bill right in the middle of any scheduled activity planned for the citizens of Wynne and Cross County. He was a member of the Wynne Fumble Club, Crowley's Ridge Men's Golf, volunteer with Mid-South Marathon, Downtown Revitalization Committee, and Farmfest. Bill was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Wynne. He was committed and dedicated as an Ambassador of Wynne, Cross County, and State of Arkansas. He traveled to Vietnam and Japan to promote Arkansas and Cross County. He is survived by his wife: LaRand Ozier Thomas of the home; sons: Charles Randolph "Randy" Thomas of Fayetteville; William Brett Thomas of Wynne; and sister: Ann Dawes Thomas of Wynne. He loved his family above all things. Graveside services will be held at COGBILL, Wynne, Arkansas at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006, with memorials services and a celebration of his life at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Wynne. Visitation will be held at Kernodle Funeral Home, Tuesday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. The family request memorials be sent to First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 1007, Wynne, Arkansas, 72396 or to The Boys and Girls Club of Wynne, P. O. Box 857, Wynne, Arkansas 72396. PAID OBITUARY Published: 2006-10-25
THOMAS CAROLE S. MRS JOHNSON 1 7 1947 11 15 2007 FPARK
Carole S. Thomas, 60 of Rogers, passed away November 15, 2007. She was born January 07, 1947 in Little Rock, AR to William Johnson and Ruth Romine Johnson. She was retired from Sam?s Club. She is preceded in death by her husband James A. Thomas; her brother Jessie JohnsonSurvived by her sons Trey Hubbard and wife Sandy of Jacksonville, AR; Lynn Thomas and wife Suzanne of Rogers; James Thomas, Jr. of Pea Ridge, Michael Thomas of Rimrock, AZ and Mark Thomas and wife Erin Bradshaw of Rogers; daughters Cheri O?Dell of Camp Verde, AZ; Debbie Starr of Jacksonville, Jamie Stuckey of Little Rock, Patricia Thomas of Avoca, Stephanie and Jennifer Thomas both of Rogers; her sister Betty Allen of Bakersfield, CA; 24 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildrenVisitation will be from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, November 18, 2007 at Benton County Funeral Home. Graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 19, 2007 at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City, AR Arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th St. Rogers, AR (downtown). Online condolences can be made at www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com
THOMAS CHILD UNK 1 1900 CITY
Squire and Mrs.W.S.Thomas of Democrat, buried their boy in the FORREST CITY Wednesday, Jan.24,1900, and our sympathy goes out to them in their sorrow.FORREST CITY TIMES 1-26-1900
THOMAS DORA LEE MRS PEERCY 5 12 1930 10 12 2008 ATHENS,TX
GateHouse News ServiceMon Oct 20, 2008, Barton/Lexa, Ark. - Funeral services for Dora Lee Peercy Thomas, 78, of Helena-West Helena were held Wednesday, Oct. 15 in the Carroll-Lehr Funeral Home Chapel in Athens, Texas. Burial was in Beck's Chapel Cemetery in Athens, Texas.Thomas, born May 12, 1930 in Akron, Ohio, died Oct. 12, 2008 at her home in Helena-West Helena. She was an avid gardener and loved animals.She leaves her husband, William G. Thomas Sr. of Helena-West Helena; a son, William G. Thomas II "Wild Bill" and Kelly of Clinton; three grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces.Pallbearers were John Ticer, William G. Thomas II, Riley Sells and Brock Stewart. Honorary pallbearers were Hogan Henderson, Joe Bailey, Pete Kopp, Robert Howie, Jerry Lee Crouch, Everett "Butch" Kettler and James Schaffer.Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Henderson County Unit, P.O. Box 1943, Athens, Texas 75751.Bob Neal and Sons-Brickell Funeral Home were in charge of local arrangements.
THOMAS ED UNK 1 3 1911 BIBLE UNION
1-6-1911 DEATH=We are called upon to chronicle the death of Mr.Ed Thomas, son of Louis Thomas, deceased at his home at Pine Tree, on Tuesday, Jan.3,1911. The family formerly lived on what is know known as the Aiken place, just west of town, owned by Brandon & Baugh, Mr.Thomas was ill only a short time. The remains were interred in Bible Union cemetery Wednesday afternoon. The Times extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives. He was the son of Lewis Thomas, and brother of Henry Thomas.
THOMAS ERMA VIRGIE MRS. SULCER 3 7 1908 7 2 2001 BARNISHAW NATIVE
Mrs. Erma Virgie Thomas, aged 93, of Russellville and formerly of Pine Tree, died Monday, July 2, 2001.She was born March 7, 1908, in Pine Tree, the daughter of Arthur Sulcer and Nettie Logan Sulcer. She made her home in the Pine Tree area near Forrest City most of her life. She was a housewife and a member of the Assembly of God Church.In 1924, she married Wesley Thomas, who preceded her in death in 1993. She is survived by a sister, Edith Ellis of Pine Tree, four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and six great, great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Thomas, in 1968.Graveside services were held today, Thursday, July 5, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree, with Bro. Rodney Etheridge officiating under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
THOMAS G. G. UNK 5 18 1903 UNKNOWN
Mr.W.S.Thomas, of Democrat, passed thru the city Monday on the way to Nettleton to attend the funeral of his brother, Mr.G.G.Thomas who died the same day, May 18,1903. 5-22-1903
THOMAS HENRY L. 3 31 1947 10 12 2001 CASTEEL NATIVE USARMY
Mr. Henry L. Thomas, age 54, of Forrest City, died Friday, Oct. 12, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Thomas was born March 31, 1947 in Madison. He was a deputy sheriff with the St. Francis County Sheriff's Department and a veteran of the U.S. Army.He is survived by his wife, Birdie Thomas of the home; two sons, Henry L. Thomas Jr. of Brinkley and Gary Thomas of Forrest City; a daughter, Lisa Bender of Atlanta, Ga.; his mother, Bobbie Gregory of Forrest City; nine brothers, Fred Stennis of Colton, Calif., J.C. Stennis, Arthur Lee Thomas, Sherman Thomas, Van Henry Thomas Jr., Samuel Thomas, John L. Thomas and Marcus Thomas, all of Omaha, Neb. and Isiah Thomas of Atlanta, Ga.; four sisters, Louise Moore and Linda Deere, both of Forrest City, Rose Thomas and Ethel Cornelius Thomas, both of Pensacola, Fla. and three grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Thomas will be held Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with family hour from 6 to 7 p.m., at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Madison Light Baptist Church with Rev. Isiah McKeown officiating the service. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
THOMAS HENRY UNK 2 21 1911 BIBLE UNION
2-24-1911 DEATH=About two or three weeks ago The Times chronicled the death of Mr.Ed Thomas, who some years ago lived just at the skirt of woods west of town. This week we have the sad duty of recording the death of his brother, Mr.Henry Thomas, who died Wednesday night, Feb.21,1911 at his home five miles west of Colt of pneumonia, and was buried yesterday at Bible Union cemetery. He was formerly for a number of years the postmaster at Pine Tree, giving up that position about a year ago, when the office was abolished. He is survived by a wife, and one daughter, a sweet child about 9 years of age, to mourn his loss. He was a son of Lewis Thomas, who resided on the place just west of town, now owned by Brandon, Baugh & Co. We extend our sympathy to the family and friends.
THOMAS Infant UNK 3 26 1898 CITY
Democrat-The infant daughter of Mr.& Mrs.W.S.Thomas died Saturday morning, Mar.26,1898, and was laid to rest in the City cemetery. The bereaved parents have our sincerest sympathy. Mrs.Thomas returned home Monday.FORREST CITY TIMES 4-1-1898
THOMAS J. S. 12 28 1847 1 22 1899 CITY
Photo May 2006-Gravestone IMAGE1416-1-27-1899 FORREST CITY TIMES Death of J.S.Thomas-Last Sunday, Jan.22,1899, J.S.Thomas died at his home on the Graham plantation, about four miles east of Forrest City. He was taken ill about a week before with meningitus. This was followed in a few days by a well developed case of pneumonia. He had the most careful attention of both friends and physicians, but it availed not. The strong man had run the race. The subject of this sketch was born in Union County, S.Carolina, Dec.29,1817, on Dec.15,1871 he was married to Miss Mattie Hobson, who along with several children survives him. Soon after he was married, they moved from S.C. to Mississippi, where they lived until 1892 when they moved to Arkansas to the above location where he was the superintendent. Brother Thomas was converted and joined the Methodist church before he was married. Mrs.Thomas is a sister of Brent Hobson of Merrimac Lake.
THOMAS JAMES A. 10 27 1937 9 3 2006 FPARK
4225-Mr. James A. Thomas, age 68, of Rogers, died Sunday, Sept. 3, 2006, at the Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. Mr. Thomas was born Oct. 27, 1937, in New Albany, Miss. He was retired from Superior Industries. Mr. Thomas married Carole Sue Hubbard in 1979 and she survives him along with five daughters, Cheri Odell, Stephanie Thomas and Jennifer Thomas all of Rogers, Debby Star of Little Rock and Patricia Thomas of Jacksonville; six sons, Lynn Thomas, James Thomas, Michael Thomas and Mark Thomas all of Rogers, Jamie Stuckey of Little Rock and Trey Hubbard of Jacksonville; a sister, Lena DeJarneatte of Poplar Grove; a brother, Charles Morrell of North Little Rock; 26 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Thomas will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.Published: 2006-09-05
THOMAS JAMES LEE 12 28 1970 9 16 2007 HUGHES
Dec. 28, 1970 - Sept. 16, 2007 WYNNE - James Lee Thomas, 36, of WYNNE died Sunday. Born at WYNNE to Charlie and Jeanie Webb, he married Kelley Gray on June 1, 1991. He was a volunteer firefighter, constable of Colt and pastor's assistant at House of Prayer. Mr. Thomas worked as a refrigeration service technician. Survivors include his wife, Kelley; parents; children, Samuel and Mary Catherine; and three sisters, Norma Jean, Mary and Amanda. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel at WYNNE with interment in Hughes Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight from 6-9 at the funeral home.
THOMAS LORENE MRS. BUSBY 2 4 1920 4 15 2005 HARRIS CHAPEL
Mrs. Lorene Thomas, age 85, of Wynne, died Friday, April 15, 2005, at Crestpark Nursing Home in Wynne.Mrs. Thomas was born Feb. 4, 1920, in Batesville, Miss., the daughter of Thomas Lee Busby and Ada Murphy Busby. She moved to Cross County after marrying Oliver Thomas, who preceded her in death. She was a retired seamstress for both Rainfair and Levi Strauss and a member of the Anitoch Baptist Church.She is survived by two sons, Danny Michael Thomas of Wynne and Gary Randall Thomas of Colt; one sister, Ruby Kay of Forrest City; and four grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Ollie Eugene Thomas; a grandson, Danny Adam Thomas; four brothers and two sisters.Visitation for Mrs. Thomas will be held on Monday, April 18, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in HARRIS CHAPEL.
THOMAS MARTHA ANN MRS. JARVIS 11 14 1929 11 7 2004 COGBILL
Mrs. Martha Ann Thomas, age 74, of Wynne, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004, at Cross Ridge Community Hospital in Wynne.Mrs. Thomas was born Nov. 14, 1929, in Wynne, the daughter of Cornelius Burrah Jarvis and Mattie Cason Jarvis. She was a lifelong resident of Cross County, past president of the Crowley's Ridge Ladies Golf Association and the Town and Country Garden Club. Mrs. Thomas was also a member of the PEO Sisterhood Chapter AY; former choir director of Parkin First United Methodist Church where she was a member, Cub Scout Leader and a member of the Parkin PTA. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church of Wynne and a housewife.Mrs. Thomas is survived by a son, William Jarvis Thomas of Wynne; a daughter, Ann Dawes Thomas of Wynne and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles D. Thomas in 2003; a brother, Donald B. Jarvis and a sister, Mary Ellen Jarvis Maki.Visitation for Mrs. Thomas will be held on Monday, Nov. 8, 2004, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held graveside on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, at 10 a.m., at COGBILL with Rev. Bill Eason officiating. MEMORIALs will be held following funeral services at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Wynne.
THOMAS MATTIE MRS. HOBSON 1 7 1852 10 22 1907 CITY
10-25-1907 DEATH OF MRS.THOMAS=Mrs.Mattie H.Thomas, one of Forrest City's best known, most universally esteemed and greatly beloved woman is dead, and grief and gloom fills the home over which she has reigned as mother these many, many years. Mrs.Mattie H.Thomas was born at Union, S.Carolina on Jan.7,1852, where she resided continuously until one year after her marriage on Dec.15,1875, to Mr.J.H.Thomas. They removed to Senatobia, Miss., where they had resided until Jan.1894 when they came to Arkansas and located on the Graham farm in this county. Eight children have blessed this union, five of whom survive her. She was stricken with illness last January, and has been confined to her room since then. She has had every attention that skilled physicians, her devoted children, and many friends and neighbors could devise, but God, the Great Healer willed that she should come to her reward, and she passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct.22,1907. Religious services were held at the family residence Wednesday morning by Rev.P.H.Hensley of the Presbyterian church, assisted by the Rev.B.L.Wilford of the Methodist church, and a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the precious remains to the FORREST CITY, where they were interred. Deceased was a member of the Presbyterian church from childhood until her death. She lived a consistent Christian life, and raised a large family in the path of rectitude. Her children:Mrs.H.R.Neblett, Ludie, Eugenia, Harry and Beatty Thomas. BELIEVE HUSBAND IS J.S.THOMAS
THOMAS NEWTON R. 1867 7 3 1905 CITY
N.R.Thomas Dead=N.R.Thomas, aged 38, a lifelong resident of the county, died at his residence in the city, Monday night, July 3,1905, and his remains were laid to rest in the FORREST CITY Tuesday afternoon under the auspices of the Knights of Honor, of which order he was a member. He leaves a wife, Mrs.Mittie Thomas, and four children. A pathetic feature is distinctly connected to his death. Some two weeks ago, Mr.Thomas had partially recovered from a case of fever, and in driving with his family to a barbecue, his team ran away with the carriage, throwing all the occupantst to the ground. He and his wife were slightly injured, while two of his children, a boy and a girl, respectively, had a leg and arm broken, the shock of to Mr.Thomas causing a relapse, which resulted in his death. Resolutions of Respect-St.Francis Lodge No.409, K.of H.-N.P.Beauchamp/G.M.Dooley/M.R.McCrary-committee. 7-7-1905
THOMAS OPHELIA CURRIE MRS. 12 5 1922 9 22 2005 HARRIS CHAPEL
Mrs. Ophelia Currie Thomas, age 82, of Panama City, Fla., died Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005.Mrs. Thomas, a resident of Panama City, Fla., since 1968, worked as a personnel manager for TG&Y and retired in 1986. She is survived by a daughter, Susan Downs of Panama City; a son, Steve Thomas of Panama City; two sisters, Celeste Shirley of Forrest, Miss. and Sarah Pettrie of Bushnell, Fla.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Thomas was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond A. Thomas; a son, Jerry Thomas; two daughters Patricia Thomas and Jackie Thomas; and two sisters, Doris Baley and Mary Lee Miller.Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Thomas were held at 2 p.m. today, Monday, Sept. 26, 2005, at HARRIS CHAPEL in Wynne under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
THOMASSON D. P. MRS. UNK 8 3 1903 UNKNOWN
Mrs. D.P.Thomasson died Monday night, Aug.3,1903 at her home near Pine Tree. Mrs.Thomasson was a Christian lady, loved by all who knew her, and will be sadly missed in her neighborhood. She is survived by a husband and son to mourn her demise. JERICHO TIMES 8-7-1903
THOMPSON A. G. UNK 3 10 1903 UNKNOWN
A.G.Thompson, a citizen at Widener, passed away last Tuesday, March 10,1903, from malarial hematuria. 3-13-1903
THOMPSON A. N. 6 4 1850 12 28 1903 UNKNOWN
In Memoriam-Mr.A.N.Thompson, died of pneumonia at his home near Pine Tree, Ark., Dec.28,1903, age 53 years 6 months and 25 days. Gone but not forgotten. While loving kindred and sorrowing friends were assembled at his bedside watching every movement of the sufferer, hoping to see some sign of recovery; but alas, the grim monster, death was standing over him with outstreched arms and welcoming smiles, waiting for the first opportunity to seize the soul and release the body of its burden. He was born in Georgia, June 4,1850, and in 1857 he came to Arkansas with his parents where he lived the remainder of his life. He was a prosperous farmer and stock raiser at which he had accumulated enough in the last few years of his life to enable him to live at ease. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn their loss, to all of whom we extend our greatest sympathy. 1-15-1904
THOMPSON ALICE FAYE MRS. TUCKER 1945 7 23 2007 FCTIMES
WYNNE -- Alice Faye Thompson, 62, of WYNNE died Monday in Rockford, Ill. Survivors include Alonzo Thompson of WYNNE and Roderick Thompson and Frederick Thompson, both of Rockford, Ill.; daughter, Patty Thompson of WYNNE; sister, Patricia Henderson of Chicago; brothers, Donnie Tucker of Rockford, Ill., and Standley Tucker of WYNNE; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Friday at New St. James Missionary Baptist Church in WYNNE with the Rev. Cortez Stegall officiating. Woodard Funeral Services are in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be 5-7 tonight at Woodard Funeral Services Chapel in WYNNE.
THOMPSON ALICE EVELENE 8 19 1933 4 25 2001 PARADISE GARDENS NATIVE
Mrs. Alice Evelene Thompson, age 67, of Widener, died Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at her home.Mrs. Thompson was born Aug. 19, 1933 in Round Pond. She was a homemaker.Mrs. Thompson is survived by seven sons, Willie Lee Thompson of Whitmore, Tommy Thompson and Walter Lee Thompson of St. Louis, Mo., Louis Thompson of Madison, Freddie James Thompson of Webster, Texas, Stanley Morgan Thompson of Widener and Patrick Lamaris Thompson of Jonesboro; six daughters, Dorothy Rucker and Erma Wonsley, both of St. Louis, Mo., Patricia Brown, Lucynthia Johnson and Sharann Hill, all of Jonesboro and Janet Davis of Widener; four brothers, Samuel Byers of New Haven, Conn., Johnny Byers of Florida; Allen Byers and Anderson Byers, both of Forrest City; two sisters, Ora Lee Cross of Cleveland, Ohio and Louise Simms of Sacremento, Calif.; 41 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.Funeral services for Mrs. Thompson will be Tuesday, May 1, 2001, at noon, at Riverside Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Latham officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Garden Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
THOMPSON ALVIA MRS. 1 9 1909 5 9 2003 CASTEEL
Mrs. Alvia Thompson, aged 94, of Forrest City, died Friday, May 9, 2003 at Crestpark Retirement Inn.She was born Jan. 9, 1909 in Tennessee, and was a retired school district cook.Mrs. Thompson is survived by a son, Milton Thompson of Forrest City; a daughter, Ruby Payne of Louisville, Ky.; two children and four great grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Thompsn will be held at Clay Funeral Home on Friday, May 16, 2003, from 10:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Riverside Baptist Church on Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.
THOMPSON BABY BOY 10 1905 6 12 1906 UNKNOWN
On Tuesday, June 12,1906, the Angel of Death visited the home of Mr.& Mrs.James F.Thompson, nine miles south of Forrest City, near Haynes, and stole away their sweet little eight month old baby boy. He was sick only a week, and received every attention that science and love could suggest. 6-22-1906
THOMPSON CHARLES L. 2008 W.HELENA USARMY
Charles L. Thompson, age 83, of West Helena passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at his home. He was born June 29, 1925 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He was the son of Charlie and Grace Thompson.He is survived by his daughter, Dianne Craig and her husband, Clifford Craig of Batesville; a son, Richard Thompson of West Helena; four grandchildren, Brian Groves of Batesville, Ashley Nicholson of Pleasant Plains, Nikki Thompson of Sherwood and Mallory Thompson of Sherwood; three great-grandchildren, Zack Groves of Batesville and Ashdan and Haley Allgood of Pleasant Plains; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Margie Thompson; his parents; two sisters, Lou Kingery and Evelyn Schultz; and two brothers, Raymond Thompson and Wayne Thompson.Mr. Thompson was a member of the West Helena United Methodist Church for 50 years and served as Chairman of the Trustees for 16 years, secretary of the West Helena United Methodist Men and served on the board for the West Helena Methodist pre-school.Charles Thompson was the owner and operator of the American Termite and Pest Control Company in West Helena for 29 years. He had been in the pest control business since 1949 and was president of the Arkansas Pest Control Association in 1983 and 1988, and served as secretary and treasurer of the Arkansas Pest Control Association.He was a member of the American Legion and a past member of the Masonic Lodge.He served in Germany in the U.S. Army for two years.Funeral services for Charles Thompson will be held on Friday, September 26, 2008 at 10 a.m. at the West Helena United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens. Burial will be at 4 p.m. Friday afternoon at the Bethlehem Cemetery at Joan, Arkansas.Pallbearers are John Gray, Eddie Schieffler, Clyde Kingery, J.R. Schultz, Floyd Jones and Ramey Stiles. Honorary pallbearers are members of the Arkansas Pest Control Association and members of the West Helena Methodist's Men's Bible Class.Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena.
THOMPSON CORA LEE 2 17 1895 12 30 1907 UNKNOWN
1-3-1908 Death of Little Cora Lee Thompson=Cora Lee Thompson, lovable and and amiable daughter of Mrs.Henry Houston, born Feb.17,1895 died Dec.30,1907, after a brief illness. She was stricken by the dread disease appendicitus on Friday. Sunday she was removed to Memphis for an operation which resulted in her death. Cora was the eldest daughter.
THOMPSON ED UNK 3 28 1898 FCTIMES
A killing occurred three miles east of Patterson's on the military road and seven miles north of Cicalla, at Coleman's timber camp, Monday evening, Mar.28,1898, Ed Thompson was the victim, having been shot by Tally Holmes with a shotgun. After an inquest, he is still at large.4-1-1898
THOMPSON EDNA MAE MISS SMITH 5 5 1965 11 18 2001 MADISON NATIVE
Ms. Edna Mae Thompson, age 36, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Nov. 18, 2001.Ms. Thompson, born May 5, 1965, in Madison, is the daughter of Janie Mae Smith and Wiley Smith.Ms. Thompson is survived by her mother, Janie Mae Smith, of Forrest City; a son, Randy Noble of Forrest City; two daughters, Charlotte Noble and Sherika Alexander, both of Forrest City; one brother, James L. Smith of Lansing, Mich.; two sisters, Edith White of Forrest City and Rachel Long of Madison and host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Wiley Smith in 1970 and a sister, Lear Baker, in 2001.Funeral services for Ms. Thompson will be held Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001, at 2 p.m. at St. Mary's Redeeming Church in Madison. Burial will follow in Madison Cemetery under the direction of Marianna Funeral Home.
THOMPSON ELIZABETH MRS. PARKER 2 22 1920 1 13 2001 HIGHLAND PARK LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Mrs. Elizabeth Parker Thompson, age 80, of Detroit, Mich., formerly of Forrest City, died Saturday, Jan. 13, 2001. She was the daughter of Peter and Vozzie Parker and was a graduate of Lincoln High School. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by her husband, one sister, Lola Parker, and a brother, Rudolf Parker. She is survived by seven children and grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Friendship Baptist Church, in Detroit, Mich. Burial will follow at Highland Park Cemetery. C.W. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
THOMPSON EUGENIA MRS. MARTIN 7 20 1926 1 6 2003 FPARK NATIVE
Mrs. Eugenia Dowland Thompson, age 76, of Forrest City, died Monday, Jan. 6, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Thompson was born July 20, 1926, in St. Francis County, the daughter of Sam L. Martin and Lottie Davis Martin. She lived in St. Francis County all of her life, was a housewife and a member of the First Baptist Church.Mrs. Thompson married M.W. Thompson in 1973, and he survives her along with one son, Roy C. Dowland of Collierville, Tenn.; two brothers, Ray Rawlison of Tucson, Ariz. and Sam Martin of Greenburg, Ky.; three sisters, Lena Robbins and Mary Helen Taylor both of Forrest City, and Tolise McGough of West Helena; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.Visitation for Mrs. Thompson will be held Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
THOMPSON HAZEL REA MRS. SANFORD 5 28 1912 9 21 2004 HUGHES
Mrs. Hazel Rea Sanford Thompson, age 92, of Ash Flat and formerly of Colt, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, at Ash Flat Nursing and Rehab Center.Mrs. Thompson was born May 28, 1912, in New Albany, Miss., the daughter of Jasper Newton and Ollie Beaty Sanford. She was a homemaker, sold Blaire products for over 40 years and was a member of the Saddle Baptist Church.Mrs. Thompson married Thead Garland Thompson in 1925 and he preceded her in death in 1963. She is survived by three sons, Donald Burtram of Ash Flat, Dale Thompson of Camp and Larry Thompson of Widener; five daughters, Evelyn West of Mantachie, Miss, Sue Bates of Ash Flat, Gayle Watlington of Williford, Phyllis Cowan of Melbourne and Joy Hudspeth of Hurst, Texas; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sons, Jasper Lewis, Waymon Thompson and Murriel Thompson; two daughters, Syble Thompson and Helen Thompson; three sisters, Huey Burtram, Enner Mae Collins and Brooksie Clayton; and one brother, William Sanford.Visitation for Mrs. Thompson will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2004, at 11 a.m., at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne with Bro. J.T. Baskins and Bro. Gary Arnold officiating. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
THOMPSON JAMES W. DR. 1835 12 31 1903 BUTLER CREEK
Death of Dr.Thompson-From the Speaker Monthly, published at Sulphur Springs, Ark., we glean the sad intelligence of the death of Dr.James W.Thompson, a relative of Mrs.Daniel Wylds, of this county, and a man who had many friends and acquaintances in this county. He died on the morning of Dec.31, 1903. He was sixty eight years of age, and was a kind and devoted father and husband. The funeral was conducted by a Masonic fraternity, of which deceased had long been prominent and highly respected member. Some 28 of that order came over from Bentonville, and nearly as many more from Gravette and other points besides those of the local lodge, also other citizens in carriages made up a procession which stretched from the residence to the depot. On Jan.1,1904, the remains were taken and interred at Butler Creek cemetery where the last sad rites were performed in accordance with the customs of that order. 1-15-1904
THOMPSON LONZO 8 21 1952 8 2 2002 CLARK
Mr. Lonzo Thompson, age 49, of Chicago, Ill. , and formerly of Colt, died Friday, Aug. 2, 2002.Mr. Thompson is survived by one sister, Ruthie Mae Thompson of Jonesboro; and five brothers, Henry Lee Thompson of Wynne, Chester Thompson of Collierville, Tenn., Willie C. Thompson, Howard Thompson, and Harold Thompson all of Sweet Home.Services for Mr. Thompson will be held Sunday, Aug. 11, 2002 at 1 p.m at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Caldwell with burial to follow in Clark Cemetery in Caldwell. Johnson Funeral Home in Wynne is in charge of all arrangements.
THOMPSON LUCILLE MRS. LIPSCOMB 7 24 1925 9 3 2000 FAKES
Mrs. Lucille "Lucy" Lipscomb Thompson, 75, of Memphis, died Sunday, Sept. 3,2000, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis. Mrs. Lipscomb was born July 24, 1925, in Pine Bluff, the daughter of Samuel and Ann Lipscomb. She obtained her bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Vanderbilt in Nashville. Mrs. Thompson was also a member of the McCrory United Methodist Church. Mrs. Thompson was married to Ripley Thompson and he survives her. Funeral services for Mrs. Thompson were Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2000, in the Chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in McCrory with Rev. Stephen Waggoner officiating. Burial was in the Fakes Cemetery near McCrory under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of McCrory and Wynne.
THOMPSON MARION WILFORD BROTHER 9 26 1925 10 9 2006 MT.VERNON
Bro. Marion Wilford Thompson, age 81, died Monday, Oct. 9, 2006, at Methodist Hospital in Memphis. Bro. Thompson was born, Sept. 26, 1925, and was the son of Flanders Thompson and Ethel Mae Gill Thompson. He was a minister, a carpenter and a member of the Madison Baptist Church . He is survived by a brother, Elmer "Bo" Thompson of Forrest City; a sister, Hazel Martin of Widener and several other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Bro. Thompson will be held on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006, at 2 p.m. at Morgan Chapel with Bro. Charles Flowers and Bro. Gary Malone officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemtery in Forrest City under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.Published: 2006-10-10
THOMPSON NONIE CATHERINE 4 19 1907 7 7 1912 McDANIEL
7-12-1912 DEATH OF LITTLE NONIE CATHERINE THOMPSON=The remains of Little Nonie Catherine Thompson, who died Sunday, July 7,1912, at the home of her parents, Mr.& Mrs.Jim Thompson, in Oak Grove, La., were brought to Forrest City Monday, and taken by Stevens Undertaking Estab. to the home of Mrs.Kate Ferguson, sister of Mrs.Thompson, the grief stricken parents, and Mrs.Julia Thompson, its grandmother, accompanying. The little girl was five years of age, and the oldest daughter of Mr.& Mrs.Jim Thompson, who formerly resided here, but moved to Louisiana two years ago. She was born here, and was a bright, sweet, devoted little girl, who was the idol of the parents. Funeral services were held from the home on Tuesday, and the remains taken to the McDaniel cemetery for burial, with Rev.E.J.P.Garrott of the Baptist church officiating.
THOMPSON PEARL ALENE MISS 1 1909 5 10 1909 CITY
Mr.& Mrs.J.M.Thompson, of Proctor, arrived in the city Monday afternoon seeking medical treatment for their little infant daughter, Pearl Alene, aged five months. A physican was summoned, but at 10:20 pm that night, May 10,1909, the child died at the Forrest City Hotel, where the parents had sought accomodations. The interment took place Tuesday afternoon at the FORREST CITY. Rev.T.Vance of the Christian church, assisted by Elder W.E.Pippin of the Baptist church officiating . The little grave was covered with beautiful flowers and formed one of the prettiest sights we have ever witnessed. Our sympathy goes out to the stricken family. 5-14-1909
THOMPSON R. L. UNK 1 1899 FCTIMES
R.L.Thompson, brother in law of William Heartsill, died of pneumonia last week on the Roy place on Blackfish Lake. He leaves a wife and two children.1-13-1899
THOMPSON TERRY BERNARD 6 30 1976 4 25 2005 WHITMORE
Mr. Terry Bernard Thompson, age 28, of St. Louis, Mo., died Monday, April 25, 2005, at his home. Mr. Thompson was born June 30, 1976, in St. Louis, Mo., the son of Louis Thompson Sr. and Lillian Thompson. He worked in construction.Mr. Thompson is survived by his parents; a daughter Shemica Brown of St. Louis and three brothers.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Mt. Moriah Church in Colt with Pastor Connie Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Whitmore Cemetery in Whitmore. The People's Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
THOMPSON THELMA LOUISE MRS. 9 7 1921 7 14 2004 TYRONZA
Mrs. Thelma Louise Thompson, age 82, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, July 14, 2004, at her home. She was a homemaker and a member of the Barton Chapel Baptist Church.Mrs. Thompson is survived by seven daughters, Betty Kennedy of West Memphis, Janie Deaton of Marked Tree, Mary May of Cherry Valley, Rebecca Lawson and Joann Ott both of Greers Ferry, Susan Kennedy of Forrest City and Kathy Lee of Wynne; and five sons, James E. Thompson of Cabot, Roy Lee Thompson of West Memphis, Perry Thompson of Calbert, Ga., Freddie Thompson of Marked Tree and Robert Thompson of Marion. She is also survived by a sister, Betty Allen of West Memphis; a brother, James West of Marked Tree; 30 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Thompson.Visitation for Mrs. Thompson will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 16, 2004, at 2 p.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Burial will follow in Tyronza Cemetery,
THOMPSON WILLIE LEE 9 1 1951 9 24 2004 WHITMORE
Mr. Willie Lee Thompson, B.SEP.1,,1951, AGE 54, of Widener, died Friday, Sept. 24, 2004,in Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife, Vera Mae Thompson of Widener; three daughters, Anna Britt, Patricia Perkins and Shelia Thompson all of Widener; two sons, Raymond Thompson of Little Rock and Jerry Thompson of Hot Springs; five sisters, Erma Wonsley of St. Louis, Mo., Sharann Hill, Patricia Brown and Cynthia Johnson all of Jonesboro and Janet Jones of Marion; six brothers, Tommy Thompson and Walter Thompson both of St. Louis, Mo., Louis Thompson and Stanley Thompson both of Forrest City, Freddie Thompson of Widener and Patrick Thompson of Jonesboro and eight grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Thompson will be held on Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Anthony Funeral Home Chapel South in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2004, at 11 a.m. at Cedar Grove M.B. Church at Round Pond. Burial will follow in Whitmore Cemetery in Whitmore.
THOMSON JOSEPH EARL 1913 3 7 2009 FLATWOODS

Mr. Joseph Earl or Early Thomson, age 96, of Columbus, Miss., and formerly of Mountain View, died on Saturday, March 7, 2009. Mr. Thomson was born in Humboldt, Tenn., and he served during World War II in the US Army Signal Corps from 1942 to 1946 and was stationed overseas in Britain, France and Germany. He was assigned to the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force recording studios in Paris in 1944 and 1945. His unit recorded speeches and other activities involving prominent military and civilian figures to include Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Bob Hope. After the war, Mr. Thomson's unit was assigned German occupation duties, including the recording of the Nuremberg war crime trials. He was honorably discharged and returned home in 1946. After the war, Mr. Thomson worked for many years managing his own television and electronics sales and service business and resided in Forrest City. He retired from self employment in 1977 and moved to Mountain View, where he lived for more than 30 years. Mr. Thomson was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and was most recently a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church in Columbus, Miss., as well as a long time member of the First United Methodist Church in Mountain View. Mr. Thomson is survived by two sons, G. Brian Thomson and Timothy J. Thomson; four grandchildren and many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Virginia R. Thomson, who passed away in Mountain View in 2007. Funeral service for Mr. Thomson will be held at 10 a.m., on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at the First United Methodist Church in Mountain View with burial following in Flatwoods Cemetery. Roller Coffman Crouch Funeral Home of Mountain View is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-03-10
THORN BLONDELL MRS 9 12 1927 1 8 2009 CLARK
Mrs. Blondell Lucas Thorn, age 81, of Colt, died Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Thorn was born Sept. 12, 1927, in Malden, Mo., and was a homemaker. She is survived by a son, Robert Thorn Jr., of Colt; four sisters, Bernestine Bell of Forrest City, Agnes Handcock of Caldwell, Shirley Drinkwater of University City, Mo., and Eva Herron of St. Louis, Mo. and two grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Thorn will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Pine Tree Church of God in Christ with Elder Verlee Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery.Published: 2009-01-15
THORN LOUISE L. MRS. 12 15 1917 2 23 2003 STANLEY GROVE NATIVE
Mrs. Louise Thorn, age 85, of Palestine, died Sunday, Feb. 23, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis.Mrs. Thorn, born Dec. 15, 1917, in Colt, was a retired farmer. She is survived by a stepson, Robert Thorn Jr. of Colt and two grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Thorn will be held on Friday, Feb. 28, 2003, at Clay Funeral Home from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2003, at 11 a.m. Antioch M.B. Church with Rev. James Brown officiating. Burial will follow in STANLEY GROVE in Caldwell.
THORN ROBERT SR. 5 10 1922 1 6 2002 STANLEY GROVE USARMY
Mr. Robert Thorn, Sr., age 79, of Palestine, died Sunday, Jan. 6, 2002, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mr. Thorn was born May 10, 1922, in Possum, was a retired farmer and was a U.S. Army veteran.He is survived by his wife, Louise Thorn of Palestine; one son, Robert Thorn, Jr. of Colt; one brother, John Thorn of Illinois; one sister, Lula Mae Grimes of Illinois; and two grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Thorn will be Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted for Mr. Thorn on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at 1 p.m., at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. James Brown officiating the service. Burial will follow in STANLEY GROVE in Caldwell, under the direction of Clay Funeral Home
THORNBERRY LYDELLE MRS. 1924 11 11 2007 HUGHES
Lydelle Vunkannon Thornberry, 83, a local renowned artist and author of Millington, Tenn. went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 11, at Millington Healthcare Center. Mrs. Lydelle, as she was so lovingly referred to throughout the city of Millington, was a member of Temple United Methodist Church where she used her vocal talents to serve as a member of the choir. She also served on many other church committees. Service seemed to be her calling because she did not limit her work to the church only. She reached out to the community to help make her city a better place to live, always doing her work as unto the Lord. Many of her achievements are as follows: a charter member and the secretary/treasurer of Millington's Youth and Community Day, past president of Lucy PTA, past president, district director and state secretary of the Tennessee Business and Professional Women's Club, organizing secretary for Crime Stoppers of Millington, 1987 Community Day Honoree, Millington Chamber of Commerce's Woman of the Year, Millington Business and Professional Women's Career Woman, honoree of a life membership in the Tennessee Parent Teacher's Association, member of the committee that compiled a book presenting the history of Millington, and a member of the Millington City Beautiful Committee. Being a city wide recognized artist, she was instrumental in promoting and organizing art shows that encouraged and rewarded students' artistic endeavors. Mrs. Lydelle was once heard to say, "What this world needs most of all, that doesn't cost a thing, is love." She lived what she believed. She loved her family, her church, her community and her Lord, and she didn't just do it with lip service; she followed it with action. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Ray J. Vunkannon and E.C. "Bill" Thornberry. She is survived by two daughters, Edna Sue Buhrmester of Millington, Della Ray Adams of Kansas City, Missouri, a stepdaughter, Reba Thornberry Stinson of DeKalb, Texas, one sister, Mary Lou Ramsey of Surprise, Ariz., two granddaughters, two grandsons, eight great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, with a service 10am Wednesday both at the Munford Funeral Home Millington Chapel. Interment will be at Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City, AR at 2pm.Published: 2007-11-13
THORNTON DAVID A. 8 19 1946 7 22 2007 HUGHES NATIVE USARMY
Mr. David A. Thornton Sr., age 61, of Forrest City died on Sunday, July 22, 2007, at his home. Mr. Thornton was born Aug. 19, 1946, the son of Clifton A. Thornton and Madge Miller Thornton. He lived in Forrest City all of his life and was a member of Widener Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army and also a member of the Arkansas Firefighters Association. Mr. Thornton is survived by three sons, Christopher W. Thornton, David A. Thornton Jr. and Casey E. Thornton, all of Fort Worth, Texas; two daughters, Keelie Denise Kennedy and DeShea Shawn Thornton, both of Fort Worth, Texas; three brothers Richard Thornton of Forrest City, John Clifton Thornton of Killeen, Texas and James Leo Thornton of Little Rock; nine sisters, Margie Alford of Marion, Doris Melton, Alice Hastings, Betty Thornton and Mary Tuck, all of Forrest City, Jackie Billingsley of Cabot, Diane Thornton of Boston, Dorothy Thornton of Widener and Barbara Trevino of Colt and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Peggy Jo Thornton. Visitation for Mr. Thornton will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morgan Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at Pine Tree Baptist Church in Colt with burial following in Hughes Cemetery.Published: 2007-07-23
THORNTON MADGE MAURINE MRS. MILLER 9 3 1921 12 22 2005 HUGHES
Mrs. Madge Maurine Thornton, age 84, of Sherwood, and formerly a long time resident of Forrest City, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, in North Little Rock.Mrs. Thronton was born Sept. 3, 1921, in Honey Grove, Texas, the daughter of John David Miller and Maggie Elizabeth Neely Miller. She was a housewife and a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church.Mrs. Thornton married Clifton Arnold Thornton in 1943 and he preceded her in death in 1981. She is survived by eight daughters, Margie Alford of Marion, Doris Melton, Mary Tuck, Allie Hastings and Betty Thornton, all of Forrest City, Jackie Billingsley of Cabot, Diane Thornton of Boston, Mass., Dorothy Thornton of Widener, Barbara Trevino of Colt; four sons, David Thornton and Richard Thornton both Forrest City, John Thornton of Killeen, Texas and James Thornton of Sherwood; two brothers, Lloyd Miller of Illinois and James "Pee Wee" Miller of Missouri; two sisters, Dorothy Pitchford of Louisiana and Ruby Adamson of Forrest City; survived by 40 grandchildren, 69 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Thornton will be held on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Hughes Cemetery.
THORNTON PATRICIA ANN MRS. TAYLOR 1964 10 2001 FPARK
Mrs. Patricia Ann Taylor Thornton, age 37, of West Memphis, died of an apparent homicide, date and place unknown.Mrs. Thornton was a homemaker and a Baptist. She is survived by her husband, David Thornton of West Memphis; one daughter, Cassie Joanne Cook of Forrest City; two sons, Brandon Cook and Zachary Cook, both of Forrest City; her mother, Bobbie Ann Taylor of Forrest City; one sister, Lisa Gail Gwathney of Harrisburg; and one grandparent, Inez Warren of Memphis.Visitation for Mrs. Thornton will be held Friday, Oct. 26, 2001, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Roller-Citizen Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001, at 2 p.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City, under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
THREAT JULIAN ALEXANDER 2 12 2003 3 10 2003 HUGHES
Master Julian Alexander Threat, age three weeks and five days, died Monday, March 10, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City.Master Threat, born Feb. 12, 2003, in Hattiesburg, Miss., was the son of Michael Threat and Heather Like Threat and was a Methodist. He is survived by his parents, of Petal, Miss.; his paternal grandparents Jack and Helen Threat of Petal, Miss.; his maternal grandparents, Alvie and Sharon Like, both of Colt and his maternal great-grandmother, Inez Weaver of Louisiana.Visitation services for Master Threat will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2003, at the House of Prayer in Colt at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
THREAT NANCY BELLE MRS. PEELER 2 20 1916 1 5 2001 FPARK
Mrs. Nancy Belle Threat, age 84, formerly of Forrest City, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2001, at Oakdale Nursing Home in Judsonia.Mrs. Threat was born Feb. 20, 1916, in Ozark. She was the daughter of Darch Peeler and Mary Peeler. Mrs. Threat made her home in Forrest City until moving to Cherry Valley. She was a retired LPN and a member of First Baptist Church in Forrest City.Mrs. Threat was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Threat Sr., in 1958, and a son, Tom E. Threat. She is survived by seven sons, George Threat, of Garland, Texas, John Threat Jr., of Grady, Jack Threat, of Petal, Miss., N.E. Threat, of Rex, Ga., Jerry Threat, of Morrillton, J.B. Threat, of McRae, Sam Threat, of Palestine; four daughters, Elaine Stowell, of Texarkana, Martha Walls, of Forrest City, Mary Alice Stuck, of Eugene, Ore., Dorothy Taylor, of Templeton, Calif.; a sister, Dolly King, of Dekalb, Texas; 23 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Threat will be Saturday, Jan. 6, 2001, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Sunday, Jan. 7, 2001, at 2 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery.
THROGMARTIN DOROTHY JUNE MRS. HARTSELL 6 13 1936 5 3 2001 HOLLY SPRINGS
Mrs. Dorothey June Throgmartin, age 64, of Hickory Flat, Miss., died Thursday, May 3, 2001, in her home. Mrs. Throgmartin, born June 13, 1936, in Athens, Ala., to Everett Hartsell and Rosa Lee Lawrence Chambers. Mrs. Throgmartin lived in Proctor until moving to Hickory Flat, Miss two years ago. She was a housewife and a member of the Faith Assembly of God in Myrtle, Miss. Mrs. Throgmartin was preceded in death by her husband, Leman Throgmartin in 1997; a son, Stephen Lee Throgmartin in 2001; a brother; nine half brothers and half sisters. She is survived by a daughter, Rachael Ann May of Hickory Flat, Miss.; three sons, Danny Ray Throgmartin of Montgomery, Ala., Donald Gene Throgmartin of Proctor and Michael Timothy Throgmartin of Hickory Flat, Miss.; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 5, 2001, at 11 a.m., in the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann with Rev. Fred Parker officiating. Burial followed in Holly Springs Cemetery in Harrisburg under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann.
THROGMARTIN STEVEN LEE 2 21 1963 2 8 2001 HOLLY SPRINGS
Steven "Steve" Lee Throgmartin, age 37, of Moro, died Thursday, Feb. 8, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Throgmartin was born on Feb. 21, 1963, in Wilson, and was the son of Leman Throgmartin and Dorothy Chambers Throgmartin. He was a farmer and a member of a pentecostal church. Mr. Throgmartin was preceded in death by his father, Leman Throgmartin in 1997. He is survived by his wife, Chiquita Throgmartin, of the home; his mother, Dorothy Throgmartin, of the home; three sons, Randy Green of Tucker, Deon Green of Warren, and Donny Green of Danville; two daughters, Shelly Green Harris and Angie Green, both of Searcy; three brothers, Danny Throgmartin of Alabama, Donald Throgmartin of Proctor, and Michael Throgmartin of Mississippi; one sister, Rachel May of Hickory Flat, Miss., and seven grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Throgmartin will be Friday, Feb. 9, 2001, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Morgan Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10, at 2 p.m., at Morgan Chapel Funeral Home, with Bro. Ricky Needham officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Springs Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
THURMOND ALBERT GRADY 7 6 1933 10 11 2003 BELL USARMY-WWII
Mr. Albert Grady Thurmond, age 70, of Colt, died Saturday, Oct. 11, 2003, at his home.Mr. Thurmond was born July 6, 1933, in Des Arc, the daughter of George Mallory and Ruth Bernice Nesbitt Thurmond. He was a retired machinist for Hoist Manufacturing and served in the United States Army during World War II.Mr. Thurmond is survived by two sons, William Earl Thurmond of Wyoming and Charles Martin Thurmond of Forrest City; a brother, George A. Thurmond of Forrest City and three sisters, R. Christine Irby of Nevada, C. Dean Birch of Russellville and Margaret Andrews of Wyoming.Graveside services for Mr. Thurmond were held on Monday, Oct. 13, 2003, at 2 p.m., in Bell Cemetery. Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
THURMOND JACOB CHARLES 3 16 1942 2 14 2009 FPARK
Mr. Jacob Charles "J.C." Thurmond, age 66, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Thurmond was born March 16, 1942, in St. Louis, Mo. the son of Sam Thurmond and Wanda Stonecipher Thurmond. He was a longtime resident of Forrest City, a line foreman at Sanyo Manufacturing for many years and a member of the Holts Church of God. Mr. Thurmond is survived by his mother of Forrest City; his wife Rosie of the home; two daughters, Miriam Laird of Forrest City and Carla Johnson of Senatobia, Miss; a brother, Don Stonecipher of Forrest City and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father; his first wife, Joyce Courtney Thurmond and one son Charles Thurmond. Funeral services for Mr. Thurmond were held on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Burial followed in Forrest Park Cemetery.Published: 2009-02-16
THURSTON FLOYD 5 9 1924 10 31 2003 FIRST MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Mr. Floyd Thurston, age 79, of Minneapolis, Minn., died Friday, Oct. 31, 2003.Mr. Thurston, formerly of Forrest City, was born May 9, 1924, in Canfield. He was the son of James and Exia Thurston. Mr. Thurston was an employee of Freeway Dodge for 28 years. In 1959, he married Ruth Smiley and she survives him along with two sons, Floyd Thurston Jr., of Minneapolis, Minn., and Robert Thurston of Jacksonville; four daughters, Teresa Washington of Minneapolis, Minn., Rogenia Beaver of St. Louis, Mo., Floyda Thurston-Williams of Forrest City, and Bernita Mosby Meeks of Paramount, Calif.; three brothers, James Thurston and Lloyd Thurston, both of Minneapolis, Minn., and Ruby Thurston of Erie, Pa.; a sister, Lula Murl Butler of Kansas City, Mo.; four grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by a son, Jeffery Allen Thurston.Funeral services for Mr. Thurston will be held on Friday, Nov. 7, 2003, at 2 p.m. at First Memorial Chapel in Minneapolis, Minn.
THWEATT WILLIAM EDWARD 11 19 1937 7 1 2007 FPARK USARMY
Mr. William Edward "Bud" Thweatt, age 69, of Forrest City, died Sunday, July 1, 2007, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis. Mr. Thweatt was born Nov. 19, 1937, in Brinkley, the son of Ernest Weeks Thweatt and Evie Flake Thweatt. He lived in St. Francis County for most of his life, was a ceramic tile setter and a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Thweatt is survived by two brothers, Jimmy D. Thweatt of Kansas and Tony Thweatt of Jonesboro; four sisters, Laverne Autry of Germantown, Tenn., Earnestine Rhama of Salem, Phillis Rothammer of Collierville, Tenn., and Debra Fowler of Blytheville and several other close friends. Visitation for Mr. Thweatt will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. on Thursday. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery.Published: 2007-07-02
TILLMAN ANN DAVIS MRS. NICKLE 8 8 1923 1 11 2004 MEMORIAL NATIVE
Our beloved Ann Davis Nickle Tillman of Hot Springs died Sunday, January 11, after a brief illness.Born in Hughes, Arkansas in 1923 to Robert & Stella Nickle. Ann attended Sullins College in Bristol, VA, and then completed her baccalaureate at the University of Arkansas where she was an active Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority member and broke many a heart. Following graduation, she returned to the family plantation as the bookkeeper. Later, Ann began her teaching career at an elementary school in Crawfordsville, AR.She was swept off her feet at a Tom Nix Rodeo by the dashing Rodney V. Tillman and married in 1951. As they say, this was only the beginning. During their 52 years of marriage, Ann & Rodney had three sons: Davis Tillman the Baron deAbilia (a purchased title), Ann's Middle Boy, the multi-talented Mark Tillman, and finally, the father of her grandchildren, the entrepreneur extraordinaire, Nick Tillman, who after searching the world found and married his own Homecoming Queen Ann McCombs.Ann and Rodney moved to Hot Springs in 1982 to open Tillman's Antiques and Collectibles.She was a devoted Grandmother to Brittany Ann, Madison Nickle, and Alayna Davis Tillman. Ann always said she could never have a favorite grandchild because they all shared her name.Proceeded in death by her parents, her sister Mary Frances Biggs, and brothers Karl and Robert Nickle. She is survived by her loving husband and sons, her sister Amanda Wise of Hughes, AR, her brother Cliff Nickle of Philadelphia, MS, her bossy daughter-in-law, and three as yet, unspoiled granddaughters, the unexplained Stockton Briggle and numerous relatives who were all loved, but not mentioned in the will.The MEMORIAL will be conducted by Rev. David Wilson at 11:30 am, Thursday, January 15th, at the First United Methodist Church at 1100 Central Ave., Hot Springs
TILLMAN BURGESS LEON JR. 11 23 1987 5 13 2006 BARNISHAW
Birth: Nov. 23, 1987 Death: May 10, 2006 Jonesboro Sun May 13, 2006Burgess Leon "BJ" Tillman Jr., 18, of Wynne died Wednesday at Crossridge Community Hospital in Wynne. He was born Nov. 23, 1987, in Newport, the son of Burgess "Leon" Sr. and Rhonda Carol Grant Tillman.He is survived by his parents; three brothers; one sister; grandparents: Gilbert and Betty Grant.Funeral services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Wynne Chapel. Interment will be at the Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree.
TILSON JULIA A. MRS. 1835 8 13 1902 CITY
Mrs.Julia A.Tilson, aged 77 years, died at her home on the Harris place 2 1/2 miles west of Forrest City, of old age on Wednesday, Aug.13,1902, and was buried at the FORREST CITY yesterday morning. Rev.Dyer conducting the services. Deceased was the mother of Jack Tilson, a carpenter here. 8-15-1902
TIMBS DEBORAH ANN MRS. BEENE 6 30 1956 5 6 2007 FPARK
MORO -- Deborah Ann Beene Timbs passed away Sunday, May 6, 2007, at a WYNNE hospital. She was born June 30, 1956, in Memphis. She served as Lee County deputy treasurer and was also employed by Carlow and Gentry CPA firm. She was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Palestine and the NECA Horse Show Association. She is survived by her husband, Steve Timbs of Moro; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jennifer (Jones) and Brian Williams of Harrisburg and Deanne Jones of Jonesboro; her mother, Jimmie Dee Beene of Hughes; one brother, Ernie Beene of Hughes; and one granddaughter, Addison Claire Williams of Harrisburg. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. today in Forrest Park Cemetery at Forrest City under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of Marianna. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Oxner, Rob Davis, Wayne Watlington, Jack Gentry, Jim Jones and John Schmalzried. Honorary pallbearers will include James "Buddy" Hubbard, Thomas Beene and Jimmy Keasler.
TIMMONS D. M. MRS. UNK 1 22 1896 FCTIMES
McDANIEL-MRS.D.M.TIMMONS, AFTER A LONG ILLNESS DEPARTED THIS LIFE, WEDNESDAY LAST. MRS TIMMONS WAS HIGHLY ESTEEMED BY ALL TO WHOM SHE WAS KNOWN.1-31-1896
TINON WILLIE B. 2 2 1910 9 19 2004 STANLEY GROVE
Mr. Willie B. Tinon,, age 94, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Sept. 19, 2004, at Crestpark Retirement Inn.Mr. Tinon was born Feb. 2, 1910 in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Visitation for Mr. Tinon will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, at 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004, at 1 p.m. at STANLEY GROVE with Rev. Connie Moore officiating.
TINZIE WILL 5 25 1917 12 7 1998 BETHELEM
Will Tinzie, 81, died Monday, December 7, 1998, in Helena. He was a resident of Lee County. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Tinzie of Marianna; four daughters, Mattie Taylor, Lena Mae Tinzie, Helena Tinzie and Mary Turner, all of Marianna; four sons, William Tinzie and Sammy Tinzie, both of Forrest City, Willie Tinzie of Jonesboro and Andrew Tinzie; one brother, Lue Gene Tinzie of Gill; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 12 at 11 a.m. at Bethlehem M.B. Church with Rev. E. Turner officiating. Burial followed at Bethlehem Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
TIPTON BABY GIRL 12 29 1904 2 18 1905 CITY
The loving, friendly, and heartfelt sympathy of the entire community goes out to the family of Mr.& Mrs.J.H.Tipton, on the loss of their baby girl, on Feb.18,1905, of pneumonia.The little one was born on Dec.29,1904. The precious remains were laid to rest in the FORREST CITY Sunday afternoon, Rev.S.H.Babcock officiating. 2-24-1905
TIPTON JOHN UNK 9 2 1898 FCTIMES
Colt-The spirit of our beloved brother, John Tipton, passed to its maker last Friday week. Mr.Tipton had been congestion of the brain and was sick only a few days, when death came and relieved him of his sufferings. He was a member of the Baptist church at this place and was a true Christian and an earnest worker in the church. He leaves a wife and seven children, four of whom are grown young men and a brother to mourn his untimely death.9-16-1898
TIPTON WILLENE MRS GEORGE 3 1 1927 1 18 2009 FRAZIER
Mrs. Willene Baker Tipton, age 81, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Tipton was born March 1, 1927, in St. Charles, the daughter of Roy George and Elizabeth Stillwell George. She lived in Stuttgart before moving to Forrest City. She was a retired educator for the St. Francis Area Development Center Pre-School Babies, a member of the First Baptist Church in Forrest City, a member of the First Baptist Church Happy Dayers and a member of the Auditorium Class of First Baptist Church. Mrs. Tipton married Ray C. Tipton in 1946, and he preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon Tipton Kennedy of Forrest City and Tanda Tipton Jolly of Hooks, Texas; one sister, Opal Yarbrough of West Memphis and two granddaughters. Visitation for Mrs. Tipton will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Stevens Funeral Home. To sign the online guest book, log onto stevensfuneralhome.net. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Frazier Cemetery in Humphrey, with Stevens Funeral Home in charges of arrangements.Published: 2009-01-19
TISWELL JOSHUA JR. 9 1 1942 10 24 2004 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. Joshua Tiswell Jr., age 62, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004, at the Med in Memphis.Mr. Tiswell was born Sept. 1, 1942, in Round Pond, the son of Joshua Tiswell Sr., and Clytee Eagerson Tiswell. He was retired from Yale Hoists after working there for 31 years. He is survived by seven daughters, Jacquelin Brook of West Memphis, Jennifer Davis, Janice Tiswell, Tammie Austin, Vieronica McKissick, Shameika Tiswell and Keryn Tiswell all of Forrest City. She is also survived by three sons, Eugene Lynch of Kansas City, Mo., Dwaylon Tiswell and Frederick Tiswell both of Forrest City; a sister, Blonzella Barnes of South Carolina; 33 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Tiswell will be held on Friday, Oct. 29, 2004, from 12 to 5 p.m. and a wake will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Both will be held at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, at 1 p.m. at New Light M.B. Church with Rev Jessie McClure officiating Burial will follow in CASTEEL.
TITTLE TOLISE MRS ALLEN 7 15 1915 12 25 2002 HUGHES NATIVE
Mrs. Tolise Allen Tittle, age 87, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2002, at her home.Mrs. Tittle was born July 15, 1915, in Colt, the daughter of Howell Allen and Jessie Peevey Allen. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life and worked for Reltoc Manufacturing for nine years and Forrest Memorial Hospital for 15 years. She was a housewife and a member of the Wesley Chapel Methodist Church.Mrs. Tittle married Claude Tittle in 1935 and he preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by one son, Earl A. Tittle of Forrest City; one daughter, Jo Tittle Keller of Forrest City; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Tittle will be held on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2002, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, Dec. 27, 2002, at 2 p.m. at the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
TOBAR DAVID SR. 5 22 1936 11 12 2001 CASTEEL
Mr. David Tobar Sr., age 65, died Monday, Nov. 12, 2001, at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis. Mr. Tobar, born May 22, 1936, in Rondo, was the son of Williams Tobar and Cora Wright Tobar. He was a retiree of Union Planters Bank after 36 years of service. Mr. Tobar is survived by two daughters, Dannette Tobar of Little Rock and Gloria Stocker of Jacksonville; two sons, David Tobar Jr. and Daniel Tobar, both of Forrest City; six sisters, Lucielle Haggins, Luella Tobar, Lenora Tobar, Ethel Mae Young, and Eloise Stokes, all of Forrest City and Lenora Taylor of Memphis; eight brothers, Willie Tobar of West Helena, Lawrence Tobar, Aaron Tobar, Jerry Tobar, Sammy Tobar, Walter Tobar and Charlie Tobar, all of Forrest City and Stive Pettus of Los Angeles, Calif. and five grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Tobar will be held Monday, Nov. 19, 2001, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Mr. Tobar will be held Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Holly Tabernacle Church with Johnny Bean officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
TOBAR EXZIAVER T. 11 2 1995 10 12 1999 FORREST CITY
Exziaver T. Tobar, age 3, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999, at his home. He was born Nov. 2, 1995, in West Memphis to Schonda Tobar and Joe Willie Green, who survive him. He is also survived by two sisters, Shomonique Abston of Colt, and Lanae Jarrett of Forrest City; a brother, Dareese Green of Forrest City; two grandmothers, Lucille Haggins of Forrest City and Barbar Walker of Palestine; two grandfathers, Theodis Haggins of Pine Bluff and Joe Breathitt of Chicago, Ill.; and a great-grandfather, Charlie Green of Little Rock. Visitation will be on Monday, Oct. 18, 1999, at Woodhouse Mortuary from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 1999, at Jericho Church of God in Christ with Elder Nathanael Pendleton officiating and burial to follow in FORREST CITY under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
TOBAR LULIA MRS 6 14 1956 9 30 2007 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Lulia Tobar, age 51, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Sept. 30, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Tobar was born June 14, 1956, in Forrest City, the daughter of William Tobar and Eva Scott Tobar. Mrs. Tobar is survived by two daughters, Latories Williams and Nina Young both of Forrest City; five sisters, Lenora Young, Lenora Taylor, Ethel Mae Young and Eloise Stoke all of Forrest City and Lucille Haggin of Moro; seven brothers, Willie Tobar, Lawance Tobar, Charlie Tobar, Aaron Tobar, Jerry Tobar, Walter Tobar and Sammy Tobar all of Forrest City and seven grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Tobar will be held on Friday, Oct. 5, 2007, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at 12 p.m. at the Lord's Tabernacle Church with Pastor Johnny Bean officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.Published: 2007-10-04
TODD ARTHUR B. 12 25 1885 10 8 1905 WYLDS
Arthur B.Todd, was among many young converts in the recent revival in Madison, he was born in Mississippi in 1885 on Christmas day, and came with his parents at an early age to Arkansas. Some three weeks ago he was taken ill with typhoid pneumonia, and thought he was getting better, but all that could be done was not enough, and he succumbed on Oct.8,1905. After his conversion, he was baptized in the Methodist Episcopal church by the writer. Arthur's body lies in Wylds cemetery, awaiting the glad call of God's resurrection angel. W.C.Davidson, Oct.11,1905. 10-13-1905
TODD HAROLD GRADY 1935 3 29 2004 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL PARK
Mr. Harold Grady Todd, age 69, of Millington, Tenn., died Monday, March 29, 2004, in Memphis. He was a welder and a Baptist.Mr. Todd is survived by his wife, Deborah Todd of Millington, Tenn.; a daughter, Donita Lovell of Millington, Tenn.; a son, Harold "Bubba" Todd of Clarksville, Tenn.; five sisters, Clemmie Morse of Mantachie, Miss., Laverne Welk of San Antonio, Texas, Rose Moody of Boise, Idaho, Leatrice Atkins of Norfolk, Ala. and Lura McAnnaly of Sommerville, Tenn.; a brother, Kenneth Todd of Merced, Calif.; and two grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Todd will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2004, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services for Mr. Todd will be held on Friday, April 2, 2004, at 10 a.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park.
TODD Infant UNK 1895 FCTIMES
The Times extends sympathy to the Mr. & Mrs. F.P.Todd in the loss of their infant.-1-4-1895
TODD Thomas 1873 10 27 1895 FCTIMES
Thomas Todd, age 22 years, nephew of F.P.Todd died last Sunday near Millbrook.11-1-1895
TODD THOMAS LEO SR 6 30 1927 7 11 2001 SHILOH CROSS ROADS USARMY/USNAVY-WWII/KOREA
Mr. Thomas Leo Todd Sr., age 74, of Heber Springs, formerly of Forrest City, died Wednesday, July 11, 2001, at Baptist Health Medical Center in Heber Springs. Mr. Todd was born June 30, 1927, in Shiloh and was the son of the late C.C. and Johnnie Stark Todd. He was retired from Air Therm in Forrest City after 23 years and was a former resident of Springdale. Mr. Todd was also a veteran of World War II and Korea, having served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and the National Guard and was a member of the American Legion and V.F.W.. He was also a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Mr. Todd was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Otis Todd, Leon Todd and Aubrey Todd and one sister, Inez Southerland. He is survived by his wife, Winona Marie Davis Todd of Heber Springs; two sons, Tommy Todd of Nashville, Tenn. and Terry Wayne Todd of Marion; a daughter, Sheila Luker of Heber Springs; two brothers, Wayne Todd of Heber Springs and Ochel Todd of Pearson; two sisters, Juanita Birdson of Greers Ferry and Mary Lou Verser of Heber Springs; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Todd will be held Friday, July 13, 2001, at 2:30 p.m., at the Shiloh Cross Roads Church with burial to follow with military honors by American Legion Post 64 at Shiloh Cross Roads Cemetery under the direction of Olmstead Funeral Home of Heber Springs.
TODD WALTER 1907 9 6 1911 WYLDS
9-8-1911 DEATH=Mr.& Mrs.Joe Todd have the sympathy of the community on the loss of their darling little son, Walter who died Wednesday, Sep.6,1911, of congestion, at their home near the Cut Off. Litle Walter was about four years old, and was the idol of his fond parents hearts. The precious baby was laid to rest in the Wylds cemetery Wednesday afternoon in the presence of friends and family.
TOLBERT IDA MS. 1 29 1913 7 2 2005 FORREST CITY NATIVE
Ms. Ida Tolbert, age 92, of Blytheville, and formerly of Forrest City, died Saturday, July 2, 2005, at Great River Hospital of Blytheville.Ms. Tolbert was born Jan. 29, 1913, in St. Francis County, the daughter of Joel Tolbert and Louise Sims Tolbert. She is survived by several nieces and nephews.Visitation for Ms. Tolbert will be held on Thursday, July 7, 2005, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 8, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Burial will follow in FORREST CITY.-PER SSDI:IDA TOLBERT 29 Jan 1913 15 Aug 2005 (V) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR) 72335
TOMLIN AMANDA MRS. 8 31 1916 12 13 1998 STANLEY GROVE
Amanda Tomlin, 93, died Sunday, December 13, in Crestpark Nursing Home. She was a resident of Lee County. She is survived by three daughters, Vernitta Love of Pine Bluff, Opal Colton of Forrest City and Mertha Rogers of St. Louis; two sons, Thedell Tomlin of St. Louis and Leonard Bridges of Youngstown, OH; 45 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren and 15 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 19, at 1:30 p.m. at J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home with Rev. Mitch Love officiating. Burial will follow at STANLEY GROVE. Visitation will be held Friday, December 18, at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.>> Arrangements are being handled by J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
TOMLIN ROYAL 12 28 1924 8 27 2006 STANLEY GROVE NATIVE
Mr. Royal Tomlin, age 81, of Palestine, died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2006, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Mr. Tomlin was born Dec. 28, 1924, in Palestine. He was a retired equipment inspector with McDonald Douglas Aircraft. Mr. Tomlin is survived by two sons, Leroy Tomlin of Tucson, Ariz. and Calvin Tomlin of St. Louis, Mo.; three daughters, Charlotte Tomlin, Vivian Johnson and Marilyn Tomlin all of St. Louis, Mo.; two sisters, Fern Isom of Little Rock and Elview Tomlin of Denver, Colo.; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Tomlin will be held on Friday, Sept. 1, 2006, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Stanley Grove Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at 5 p.m. with Rev. Ricky Benson officiating. Burial will follow in STANLEY GROVE.Published: 2006-08-31
TOOMER Thomas UNK 10 28 1895 FCTIMES
Thomas Toomer, a barber here for many years past, died Monday.11-1-1895
TOOMEY ELAINE MRS GEIER 4 18 1921 9 3 2001 HOPEWELL
Mrs. Elaine Toomey, age 80, of Hanceville, Ala., formerly of Forrest City, died Monday, Sept. 3, 2001, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Toomey was born April 18, 1921, in Philadelphia, Penn. and was the daughter of Leo and Mildred Geier. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Toomey is survived by her husband, Edward Toomey of Hanceville, Ala.; four sons, Edward Toomey, James Toomey and Stephen Toomey, all of Roanoke, Va. and Mike Toomey of Hanceville, Ala.; two sisters, Marion Bronski and Ruth McGuckin; a brother, Wilbur Geier; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Toomey will be held Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Hanceville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 6, 2001, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart with Father John officiating the service. Burial will follow in Hopewell Cemetery under the direction of Hanceville Funeral Home
TOWNER JAMES 4 6 1928 8 30 2007 CASTEEL USARMY-WWII
Mr. James "JC" Towner, age 79, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 30, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Towner was born April 6, 1928, in Marks. He worked at Sanyo for 35 years and was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II. He received many medals, badges and commendations from Foreign Services in Japan. He is survived by four sons, Michael Towner, Maurice Towner and James Towner all of Forrest City and Tyrone Tinner of Marion; six daughters, Vicky Millbrooks, Janet Towner and Lettie Towner all of Forrest City, Diane Towner of Little Rock, Marilynne Adams of Prince George, Va. and Brenetta Hicks of Aurora, Colo.; a step-son, Calvin Taylor of Atlanta, Ga.; a step-daughter, Shonta Taylor of Forrest City; two sisters, Lillian Towner and Vivian Towner both of Mississippi and two brothers, David and RB Towner both of Mississippi. Visitation for Mr. Towner will be held on Friday, Sept. 7, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at People's Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Freedonia Baptist Church. Burial will follow in CASTEEL. Published: 2007-09-06
TOWNS EVELYN ELIZABETH MRS BROWN 11 20 1912 3 9 2001 MT.VERNON
Mrs. Evelyn Elizabeth Brown Towns, age 88, of Forrest City, died Friday, March 9, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Towns was born on Nov. 20, 1912, in Brinkley. She was the daughter of Walter Stuart Brown and Elva McLain Brown. Mrs. Towns was a teacher and served as librarian at Forrest City High School. She served in the Garden Club, taught Sunday School, was a member of the First United Methodist Church and organized the first interdenominational Bible study group in Forrest City.Mrs. Towns married Homer Grant Towns in 1936 and he preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by a son, Dr. Walter Stuart Towns of Boone, N.C.; a sister, Vera Margaret Brown Dinning of Helena and two grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Towns will be held Tuesday, March 13, 2001, at 10:30 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City, with the Rev. Rex Darling officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TOWNSEND ANNA MRS. HUBBARD UNK 1896 FCTIMES
MRS.M.TOWNSEND DIED IN HELENA RECENTLY AFTER AN ILLNESS OF TWO WEEKS. SHE AROSE FROM HER BED TWO WEEKS AGO BEFORE TO BE MARRIED TO HER HUSBAND, AND THEN WENT BACK TO BED, AND STEADILY DECLINED. MRS.TOWNSEND WAS MISS ANNA HUBBARD BEFORE HER MARRIAGE, AND WAS A VERY ATTRACTIVE YOUNG WOMAN.10-30-1896
TOWNSEND OTIS SR 3 3 1922 2 22 2001 CASTEEL
Mr. Otis Townsend Sr., age 78, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2001, at his home. Mr. Townsend was born on March 3, 1922, in Granada, Miss. and he was retired from Reltoc and was a retired boiler maker. Mr. Townsend is survived by his wife, Elzada Townsend of Forrest City; a son, Otis Townsend Jr. of Forrest City; a brother, Robert T. Harris of Parkin; four sisters, Laura Lee Lee of Kansas City, Mo., Mattie Laura Salmon, Doris Beale and Johnnie Mae Spain, all of Elgin, Ill.; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation service for Mr. Townsend will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral Services for Mr. Townsend will be held on Thursday, March 1, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church with the Rev. Vernon Faulkner officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL with Clay Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
TOWNSEND OTIS JR. 9 7 1956 7 13 2003 CASTEEL
Mr. Otis Townsend Jr., age 46, of Forrest City, died Sunday, July 13, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis. He was a retired forklift operator and was born Sept. 7, 1956.Mr. Townsend is survived by his mother, Elzada Townsend of Forrest City; a son, Roderick Townsend of Forrest City; two daughters, Robbie Cole of Forrest City and Felisha Simons of West Memphis; and seven grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Townsend will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2003, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Beth Salem Baptist Church on Friday, July 18, 2003, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Vernon Faulkner officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.PER SSDI:BIRTH DATE IS SEP.9,1956
TOZER GEORGE W. UNK 8 1 1911 HOUSTON, TEXAS
8-4-1911 DEATH=A letter to Mrs.Jennie A.Harris from her daughter, Mrs.Nannie Harris Tozer tells of the death of her husband, Mr.George W.Tozer. He died last Tuesday, Aug.1,1911 and was buried Thursday. He had been confined to his bed for two weeks, knew them all till the last, but could not speak as his tongue was paralyzed. They lived at Houston, Texas. He leaves two children by his first wife, and four by his last wife.
TRACY AUBREY EUGENE 12 9 1912 5 8 2003 HUGHES NATIVE VET-WWII
Mr. Aubrey Eugene Tracy, age 90, of Forrest City, died on Thursday, May 8, 2003, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Tracy, born Dec. 9, 1912, in St. Francis County, was the son of Lon C. Tracy and Pearl Adair Tracy. He was a veteran of World War II, retired farmer and a truckdriver. He was also a member of Good Hope Baptist Church.In October of 1942, Mr. Tracy married Louise Jones and she survives him along with two sons, Wayne Tracy of Forrest City and Gary Tracy of Marsing, Idaho; one daughter, Delores Ritchason of Batavia, Ill.; one brother, Ronald Tracy of Forrest City; two sisters, Ernestine Everett of Cordova, Tenn., and Betty Brown of Forrest City; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters.Visitation services for Mr. Tracy will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2003, at Steven's Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 11, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with Bro. Alan Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
TRAIL EVELYN MRS JONES 9 29 1917 9 12 2001 FPARK
Mrs. Evelyn Jones Trail, age 84, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2001, at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis.Mrs. Trail was born Sept. 29, 1916, in Haynes and was the daughter of John Martin Jones and Vesta Danehower Jones. She lived in St. Francis County most of her life and was a housewife and a member of the First United Methodist Church.Mrs. Trail married W.J. "Bill" Trail Sr., in 1938 and he preceded her in death in 2001 along with one son, Richard F. Trail in 1984; three brothers, Martin Jones, Cecil Jones and Frank Jones and a sister, Irene Jones Parkman.She is survived by two sons, W.J. Trail Jr., of Widener and Ray M. Trail of Knoxville, Tenn.; a brother, John Allen Jones of Fouke; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Trail will be Thursday, Sept. 13, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held for Mrs. Trail on Friday, Sept. 14, 2001, at 2 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TRAIL WILLIE JAMES SR 5 14 1914 8 30 2001 FPARK VET-WWII
Mr. W.J. "Bill" Trail, Sr., age 87 B. 5-14-1914, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001, at his home.Mr. Trail was born May 14, 1914 in Haynes and was the son of William H. Trail and Eula Bodkin Trail. He lived in St. Francis County all of his life and was a farmer, a veteran of World War II and was a Baptist.He was preceded in death in 1984 by one son, Richard F. Trail.Mr. Trail is survived by his wife, Evelyn Jones Trail; two sons, W.J. Trail, Jr. of Widener and Ray M. Trail of Knoxville, Tenn.; one brother, Vernon Trail of California; three sisters, Pauline Anderson and Lee Parnell, both of Tennessee and Myra Crowe of Alabama; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Trail will be Friday, Aug. 31, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001, at 2 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TRAPP JAMES UNK 11 1898 FCTIMES CSA-CoG-14TH ARKANSAS INFANTRY
S.B.Trapp, Jr., received information yesterday of the death of his brother, Jas.Trapp at Manilla, Sep.22nd, 1898. Mr.Trapp was a member of the Co.G 14th Infantry, and had the respect of his officers and associates, as a model soldier-brave and generous to a fault. His death was caused by heart failure, as he dropped dead while on duty.11-18-1898
TRAPP MARY HOWERSON MISS 7 7 1906 1 13 1910 CITY
1-14-1910 MARY HOWERSON TRAPP=It is with deep sorrow and regret and sincere feelings of sympathy to the fond and agonized parents that we record the sad death of the sweet little daughter of Mr.& Mrs.S.B.Trapp, Jr., who died yesterday morning, Jan.13,1910, after an illness of several weeks with bronchial pneumonia. Mary Howerson Trapp was born Jul.7,1906. She was a beautiful child, had a wonderful dispostion, and entwined herself about the hearts of her fond parents, other relatives and all who knew her, and was all but idolized. She had been ill for several weeks, but on Monday or Tuesday we met Mr.Trapp, and he seemed to think the baby girl was improving and much better. We were consequently very much shocked yesterday to learn of her death, which occurred about 8 o'clock yesterday morning. The precious remains were laid to rest in the FORREST CITY, Rev.Boone L.Wilford , of the Methodist church, conducting the religious ceremonies, and the last sad rites over the beautiful child's remains.Photo May 2006-Gravestone IMAGE1263 BIRTH MIGHT BE 8-4-1906
TRAPP SYDENHAM BENJAMIN COL. 1 16 1841 1 20 1911 ALABAMA
2-10-1911 DEATH=S.B.TRAPP-Mr.Trapp was born in Macon, Ga. on Jan.16,1841, educated in Greensboro, Alabama, and came to make Cuthbert, Ga. his home in 1859. Rev.T.E.Davenport was officiating at the religious ceremonies. In 1861, when the war cry sounded, he was one of the first volunteers, and remained in service till the end of the war. Mr.Trapp was married to Miss Mollie George in January 1871. He moved to Anniston, Alabama and went into business with Gov.G.B.Comer in the grocery business, hence to Montgomery when the partnership dissolved and lived there five years. He then went to Oklahoma City to engage in the wholesale manufacture of vinegar, cider and pickles. After a tragic fire that took everything, he returned to Alabama and took a position with the Tennessee Coal Company. On Friday morning, Jan.20,1911, the messenger called and took his spirit away. Mrs.JohnF.Kiddoo, Cuthbert Ga.Leader. Deceased was father of Mr.S.B.Trapp, Jr. of this city. Mrs.Kiddo was sister to his wife, Mollie George.
TRAYLOR GERALD EDSEL 9 8 1926 10 10 2005 SALEM
Mr. Gerald Edsel Traylor, age 79, of Marianna, died Monday, Oct. 10, 2005 at his home.Mr. Traylor was born Sept. 8, 1926, the son of Lonnie Traylor and Lucille Jones Traylor. He was retired from Oaklawn Racing Tracks as a groundskeeper and moved to Marianna in 1989. He was a Baptist.Mr. Traylor is survived by a daughter, Pat Martin of the home; two brothers, David Traylor of Alabama and Creed Traylor of Texas; two sisters, Creole Murray of Georgia and Sue Jolly of Alabama; five grandchildren and many great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Opal and one daughter, Chequita Byrd.Visitation for Mr. Traylor will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, at 10 a.m. at the Salem Methodist Church Cemetery. Bro. Floyd Lamuel will officiate with Bro. Bob Holland assisting.
TREAT JAMES CHARLES 4 20 1955 1 17 2009 HUGHES
Mr. James Charles Treat, age 53, of Moro, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at his home after a long illness. Mr. Treat was born April 20, 1955, the son of Asburn Treat Sr. and Mildred Anderson Treat. He was a transporter for mobile homes and a member of the Centerpoint Church of Forrest City. Mr. Treat is survived by his mother; a special friend, Pamela Metcalf of Moro; two daughters, Jennifer Treat of Forrest City and Jamie Treat Strope of Montana; five brothers, Clarence Treat of Colt, Larry Treat of Granada, Miss, Ricky Treat of Mountain View, Clayton treat of Marianna and Asburn Treat Jr. of Big Flat; five sisters, Lynn Ramsey and Tina Traylor both of Moro, Lillie Ramsey of Big Flat, Myrle Hyslip of Marianna and Nancy Gayroe of Sulphur Rock: and two grandchildren, Christen Strope and Alexzander Strope of Montana. He was preceded in death by a sister, Janice Marie Treat in 1947, and his father in 1994. Visitation for Mr. Treat will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.Published: 2009-01-19
TREVINO MARY S. MRS GONZALES 7 4 1943 7 16 2001 FPARK
4371-Mrs. Mary S. Trevino, age 58, of Forrest City, died Monday, July 16, 2001, at her home.Mrs. Trevino was born July 4, 1943, in Waco, Texas and was the daughter of Thomas Gonzales and Paula Santos Gonzales. She lived in Forrest City most of her life and was a housewife and a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.Mrs. Trevino was preceded in death by two daughters, Mary Trevino and Debbie Trevino.She is survived by her husband, Johnny Trevino of the home; three sons, Johnny Trevino Jr., Ricky Trevino and Fabian Trevino, all of Forrest City; a daughter, Sandra Devazier of Forrest City; three brothers, Lupe Gonzales and Raymond Martinez, both of Forrest City and Joe Gonzales of Ohio; three sisters, Emma Tigerina of Marion, Rosie Gonzales of Forrest City and Juanita Sandoval of Florida and nine grandchildren.A Rosary will be held for Mrs. Trevino on Tuesday, July 17, 2001, at 7 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2001, at 11 a.m., at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with burial to follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TRIBLETT VANZWELENA MRS SMITH 4 13 1919 11 1 2004 CASTEEL
Mrs. Vanzelena Smith Tribett, age 85, of Forrest City, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, at Crestpark Retirement Inn.Mrs. Tribett was born April 13, 1919, the daughter of William Smith and Annie Reed. She was retired from the Dr. Roy Hospital and Forrest Memorial Hospital.Mrs. Tribett is preceded in death by her husband Charlie Tribett Sr. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Marilyn Coleman of Rochester, N.Y.; a stepson, Charlie Tribett Jr. of South Carolina; and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Tribett will be held on Friday, Nov. 5, 2004, from 12 to 5 p.m. and a wake will be held from 5 to 6 p.m., both at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004, at the Spring Grove Baptist Church in Haynes with Rev. Cecil Coleman officiating, Burial will follow in CASTEEL.PER SSDI NAME IS TRIBLETT
TRICE JOHN UNK 11 11 1898 FCTIMES
John Trice, the man who was cut by Jim Tubbs on a L.R.& M. train, died of his injuries Friday and upon learning the facts, Tubbs left for parts unknown. Tubbs was tried and fined for the act before Trice's injuries developed. 11-18-1898
TRICE SARAH IDA MRS RAMSEY 11 26 1856 1 29 1912 CITY
2-2-1912 DEATH OF MRS.R.B.TRICE=Mrs.Sarah Ida Trice, beloved wife of Mr.Richard B.Trice, and mother of Mr.Enos T.Altman, of this city, died Sunday, Jan.28,1912 after an illness that lasted from early December last year. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the family residence on Izard Street, Rev.F.W.Gee of the Methodist church, officiating, and interment at the FORREST CITY, a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the funeral cortege to the cemetery. Mrs.Trice was born in Red House, Va. on Nov.3,1850. She was married at Elsah, Illniois on Sep.5,1878 to Mr.John W.Altman. To this union one child, Mr.Enos T.Altman, who survives her, was born. Mr.Altman died in 1883 and his widow was married to Mr.R.B.Trice, Oct.11,1885, at New Providence, Tenn., where she was then living with her brother, Mr.L.L.Ramsey. Mr.& Mrs.Trice moved to Arkansas in the fall of 1891 from Kentucky, and settled at Marianna, and after three years, moved to Forrest City. Besides her husband and son, Mrs.Trice leaves two brothers, Mr.L.L.Ramsey, of Memphis; Mr.Elihah Ramsey of Red House, Va.; and one sister, Mrs.Ella Terry of Elsah, Illinois. Mrs.Trice had been in failing health for nearly a year, but as not altogether confined to her room until early in December. She was a consistent member of the Methodist church, having joined in her girlhood. She was also a member of the Knights and Ladies of Honor, and at the grave the choir sang "Nearer My God to Thee" and other hymns. L.L.Ramsey, T.W.Ramsey, and Miss Eddie Ramsey, brother, nephew, and niece of Memphis attended the funeral. -Believe she was widow Mrs.S.L.Altman when she married Mr.Trice
TRICE THOMAS V. 3 19 1930 12 11 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Thomas V. Trice, age 72, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2002 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Trice was born March 19, 1930, in Cottonplant, the son of Thurmond Trice and Rosie Madden Trice. Mr. Trice is survived by his wife Julia Smith Trice of Little Rock; 10 daughters, Rose Ann Trice, Evone Trice, Barbara Trice, Emma Trice, Patricia Pickett and Brenda Kay Trice all of Little Rock, Shelia Lacy of Jonesboro, Carolyn Trice and Gloria Trice both of Chicago, Ill., and Tonietta Trice of Jacksonville, Fla.; five sons, Thomas Trice Jr., Bruce Trice, Kenny Trice and Allen Lee all of Little Rock, and Theo Trice of Chicago, Ill.; two sisters, Priscilla Green of Forrest City, and Myrte Barton of Michigan; one brother, Joe L. Trice of Chicago, Ill., and 23 grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Trice will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2002, at 1 p.m. at the Goodwin Church of God in Christ. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.=PER SSDI:TRICE, THOMAS 19 Mar 1933 11 Dec 2002 (V) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR Illinois
TRIMUE ROBERT LEE 1911 10 15 2001 UNKNOWN
Mr. Robert Lee Trimue, age 90, of Hughes, formerly of Blytheville, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2001, at his home.Mr. Trimue was a retired farmer.He was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Trimue; a daughter, Donna Sue Trimue and two grandchildren.Mr. Trimue is survived by his wife, Trecy Trimue of Hughes; three daughters, Julia Young of Hughes, Dolores Gunter of Fayetteville and Terry Richardson of Columbus, Miss.; a son, Dan Trimue of Caruthersville, Mo.; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild.Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis is in charge of the arrangements.
TRIPLETT EARL J. JR. 2 27 1957 3 11 2001 FPARK NATIVE
Mr. Earl Triplett Jr., age 44, of Plumerville, died Sunday, March 11, 2001, at his home.Mr. Triplett, born Feb. 27, 1957, in Forrest City was the son of Earl Triplett Sr. and Ann Barnett Triplett. He was a paramedic and E.M.S. for services throughout Arkansas. He was also employed with International Paper in Conway and was a member of the Indian Hills Baptist Chuch in North Little Rock.Mr. Triplett is survived by three daughters, Kathleen Triplett, Lindsey Triplett and Megan Triplett; his mother, Ann Triplett of Palestine; three brothers, Larry Triplett, Carl Triplett and Curtis Triplett; and three sisters, Phyllis Triplett, Susie Triplett and Kathy Triplett.Visitation for Mr. Triplett will be Thursday March, 15, 2001 at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be Friday, March 16, 2001, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TROTMAN J. G. UNK 5 22 1897 FCTIMES
Mr.J.G.Trotman, an aged and respected citizen of Madison, died at his home in the village Saturday, May 22,1897 and was buried Sunday. Mr.Trotman had lived in the county for many years, and left a wife to mourn his loss.5-28-1897
TROUTMAN CLARENC R. UNK 8 15 1910 UNKNOWN
8-19-1910 Death of Mr.C.R.Troutman=News reached the city Monday morning, Aug.15,1910, that Clarence Troutman, who was for a long time the lineman for American Telegraph and Telephone Company here, and who was injured over a month ago by falling from a pole in Little Rock, while working for the Southwestern, died that morning of his injuries. He was treated at the hospital, and had returned to his home in Joplin, Mo. after seeming to be better, but he suffered a paralytic stroke, which caused his death.
TROUTMAN MARY A. MRS. 1832 3 22 1908 UNKNOWN
3-27-1908 MRS.TROUTMAN DEAD=Mrs.Mary A.Troutman, of Madison, this county, died at her home in that town Sunday, Mar.22,1908, at the noon hour. Age about 75 years of heart failure, and was buried Tuesday afternoon, Rev.B.L.Wilford conducting the religious ceremonies. Mrs.Troutman was one of the old landmarks. She had been a resident of this county for about sixty years, coming here from North Carolina and locating a few miles below Madison, where she resided until the early 60s, and when the Civil war was ended, she moved to Madison. She was married twice, the first time to a man named Bennett, by whom she had two sons, both of whom died after reaching their majority several years ago. She leaves no relatives in this county of whom we are aware. She was widely known and had a large circle of friends and we sincerely regret her death. She was a good woman, the noblest work of God. Peace to her ashes.
TROXELL ROLAND HASSELL 2 6 1921 11 22 2002 FPARK USARMY AIR CORPS-WWII
Next to Hazel Troxell-Mr. Roland Hassell Troxell, age 81, of Forrest City, died Friday, Nov. 22, 2002, at his home.Mr. Troxell was born on Feb. 6, 1921 in Searcy, the son of Henry Hassell Troxell and Viola Dollar Troxell. He lived in Forrest City for most of his life and was the owner and operator of Southern Furniture Company. Mr. Troxell was a Lions Club member and former vice-president and member of the Chamber of Commerce, Merchant's Committee chairman. He also served as vice-president of Nathan Bedford Forrest Academy and vice-president of the Arkansas Furniture Association. He was businessman of the year and was a veteran of World War II with the Army Air Corp. Mr. Troxell was also a member of Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church.Mr. Troxell married Hazel Blankenship in 1946 and she preceded him in death in 1995. He is survived by three daughters, Desha Miller of Tullahoma, Tenn., Jo Patterson of Forrest City, RoAnn Powell of Caldwell; two sisters, Rene Warner of Yardley, Pa., and Beryl Wilson of California; two brothers, Don Troxell and Jerry Troxell both of California and six grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Troxell on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2002, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held graveside on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery with Rev. Denton McClellen officiating.
TRUCKS JOHN 9 7 1934 10 11 2008 BATESVILLE
Published: Monday, October 13, 2008 PINE BLUFF - John Edward Trucks, 74, of Pine Bluff died Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, in Batesville.The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Buie Funeral Home in Rison with Alan Peek and the Revs. George Odell and Kenny Blackwell officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.Pallbearers will be Bryan Trucks, Chris Trucks, Jimmy Walls, Jim Owens, Bill Young, Mike Young and Mark Young.Honorary pallbearers are the remaining members of the 1950 football team, Roy Baggett, Reginald Glover, Charles Hobson, Rex Hyatt, Harold McKinney, Ray Morrison, O.D. Walker, Grady Wilson, Bobby Tucker and George Walker.Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight.Memorials may be made to Arkansas Community Foundation, Rison High School Championship Scholarship, Union Station, 1400 West Markham, Suite 206, Little Rock, AR 72201.
TRUSTY RILEY ERNEST 10 21 1940 5 4 2008 FOREST HILLS FCHS-1958
Riley Ernest 'Ernie' Trusty-October 21, 1940 - May 04, 2008 Riley Ernest "Ernie" Trusty, 67, of Bryant, died Sunday, May 4, 2008. He was a member of Northside Church of Christ in Benton, AR. He was born October 21, 1940 in Forrest City, AR, the son of the late George and Willie Trusty. He was a devoted husband and father who also cherished his grandchildren.In addition to his parents, Ernie was preceded in death by one grandson, Jeffrey Trusty. He was a member of Northside Church of Christ in Benton. Mr. Trusty is survived by his wife, Carolyn Trusty of Bryant; two sons, Mark Trusty of Springdale and Timothy Trusty of Bryant; two daughters, Debra Vaulner of Saffell and Beth Brown of Bryant; a sister, Frances Ratliff of Greenbrier; a brother, G.L. Trusty of Broken Arrow, Okla.; six grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a grandson. Funeral services for Mr. Trusty were held on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at Northside Church of Christ in Benton. Burial followed at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home of Alexander was in charge of all arrangements. The family requests that memorials be made to Northside Church of Christ Missions Fund, 917 N. East St., Benton, AR 72015. To sign the online guest book,visit www.griffinleggettforesthills.comPublished: 2008-05-12
TUBBS ANZIE B. 4 12 1921 3 31 2003 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. Anzie B. Tubbs, 81, Forrest City, died Monday, March 31, 2003 at Baptist Memorial-Hospital-Forrest City.Mr. Tubbs was born April 12, 1921 in Widener. He was a retired electrician, plumber and carpenter.He is survived by four sons, Anzie B. Tubbs Jr. and Roy Lee Tubbs, both of Detroit, Mich., Bennett Tubbs of Mesquite, Texas and Kenneth Tubbs of Forrest City; a daughter, Barbara Smith of Lake View Terrace, Calif.; a sister, Lucy Johnson of Detroit, Mich.; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Tubbs will be held at Clay Funeral Home Friday, April 4, 2003, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 5, 2003, at 11 a.m. in Lane Chapel CME Church, with the Rev. Ronald A. Williams officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.
TUBBS JAMES UNK 12 1895 FCTIMES
WIDENER-A MAN NAMED JAS.TUBBS DIED FROM SMALLPOX ABOUT 3 MILES NORTH OF WIDENER, LAST MONDAY. SOME THREE WEEKS AGO, TUBBS RODE A CAR WITH A WOMAN WHO WENT TO SURROUNDED HILL AND THERE DIED FROM THAT DREADED DISEASE. PRECAUTION HAS BEEN TAKEN TO PREVENT ITS SPREAD.1-10-1896
TUCKER LULA GORE MISS unk 8 1908 UNKNOWN
8-21-1908 PALESTINE TIMES=Little Lulu Gore, daughter of Mrs.Tucker, died last Wednesday of congestion, and was buried the following day in the cemetery north of town. Little Lulu was a general favorite and will be missed by her companions in both the public school and the Sunday school. The sympathy of the writer is extended to the bereaved mother in her loss.
TUCKER MARSHALL 3 18 1939 4 21 1999 MARIANNA MEMORIAL
Marshall "Buck" Tucker, 60, died Wednesday, April 21, in his home.He was born March 18, 1939, in Lee County, the son of Sam and Sadie Winter Tucker. He was co-owner and operator of the Shotgun Restaurant at Moro. He is survived by his wife, Alpha; one son, Fred Tucker of Moro; one brother, Jimmy Tucker of Stuttgart; three sisters, Martha Carroll of Palestine, Mary White and Betty Perry, both of Tennessee; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by one son, Phillip Tucker. Funeral services were held Friday, April 23, at 2 p.m. at the Moro Baptist Church. Burial followed at Marianna Memorial Park.Arrangements were handled by Morgan Funeral Home.
TUCKER MATHIA MARIE REV. 1932 2 7 2001 CLARK
Rev. Mathia Marie Tucker, age 69, of Colt, died Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2001, in Little Rock. Rev. Tucker,the pastor of Mt. Harmony M.B. Church in Colt, was a pastor for the past eight years. She was also a Girl Scout leader with Caldwell Post #298, a leader for Boy Scout Troop #181, a leader in the Caldwell 4-H, a member of the Eastern Star and she was on the board of the East Arkansas Legal Council. Rev. Tucker is survived by four daughters, Allene Junior, Justine Coleman, Regina Barnes and Jeanette Riley, all of Little Rock; three sons, Cornelius Tucker of Colt, Anthony Tucker of Little Rock and Walter Tucker of Jackson, Miss.; two sisters, Deloris Woods of Colt and Barbarnette Bolden of Temple Hill, Md.; six brothers, Mansel Twillie, Manuel Twillie, both of Little Rock, Lafayette Twillie of Chicago, Ill., Cecil Twillie of Forrest City, Lawyer Twillie of Oakland, Calif. and Leon Twillie of Los Angeles, Calif.; 23 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation services will be held on Friday, Feb. 9, 2001, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Kennedy Chapel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2001 at 2 p.m., at Mt. Harmony M.B. Church with the Rev. Theodis Cochran Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery in Colt. Kennedy Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
TUCKER PATSY MRS SMITH 11 25 1949 5 3 2002 HUGHES
Mrs. Patsy Tucker, age 52, of Forrest City, died Friday, May 3, 2002.Mrs. Tucker, born Nov. 25, 1949, to Charles and Dorothy Smith, of Cherry Valley. She was a retired employee of Sanyo Manufacturing and a member of the Fair Oaks Assembly of God. She is survived by her parents; her husband, Waymon Tucker; a son, William Free of West Memphis; two daughters, Janet Free and Karen Domilise, both of West Memphis; a sister, Kathy Hamilton of Wynne and six grandchildren.Funeral serivces for Mrs. Tucker were held today, Monday, May 6, 2002, at 10 a.m. at Morgan Chapel with Bro. William Witcher officiating. Burial followed at Hughes Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
TUCKER VIRGINIA MRS LINCOLN 5 24 1939 7 18 2006 GREENWOOD FCHS-1957
Loving wife, mother & grandmother, Virginia Lincoln Tucker, 67, of Hot Springs, died Tuesday, July 18, 2006. She was born May, 24, 1939 in Bollinger County, Missouri to Tivis and Mae (Shrock) Lincoln.Virginia was a member of First Baptist Church, a past president of American Legion Auxiliary and a member of South Hot Springs Business and Professional Women.. She enjoyed her years of banking with Arkansas First National Bank and Arkansas Bank & Trust. She was predeceased by her parents; sister, Violet Laws and brother, Bud Lincoln.Survivors include her husband, Harry Tucker of Hot Springs; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmie and Patti Tucker of Sunshine, Arkansas; grandson, Jimmie and wife, Jenny Tucker of Smackover, Arkansas; grandson, Cody Tucker of Sunshine, Arkansas; sister, Verma Jean Herbert of Forrest City, Arkansas; and many nieces and nephews.Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2006, at Greenwood Cemetery with Dr. John McCallum officiating.Arrangements are with
TUCKER ZAIDA M. MRS 1910 11 19 1988 MARIANNA MEMORIAL
Funeral service for Mrs. Zaida M. TUCKER of Marianna will be held Monday, Nov. 21, 1988 at 2 p.m. at Walls Chapel Baptist Church near the Felton Community in Lee Community with the Rev. Donald Hall officiating. Burial was in Marianna Memorial Park Cemetery with Roller-Citizen Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Tucker, age 78, died Saturday, November 19, 1988 at Baptist Hospital in Forrest City after a long illness. She attended Walls Chapel Baptist Church. She leaves three daughters, Mrs. Jean White of Memphis, Tennessee, Mrs. Betty Perry of West Memphis, Mrs. Martha Carroll of Palestine; four sons, Marshall and Melton Tucker of Moro; Jimmy Tucker of Stuttgart and Raymond Tucker of Oakdale, LA.; a brother, John E. Winter of Dodge City, Kansas; 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Ricky Stevens, Donald Huling, David Heron, Elbert "Hop" Hendrix, Ray French and Roger Holt. (submitted by Marilyn Dickson on August 19, 2005
TUCKER JUNE MRS 1920 4 13 2003 MARIANNA CEMETERY
Mrs. June Tucker-O'Shields, age 83, of Colt and formerly of the Jacksonville and North Little Rock area, died Sunday, April 13, 2003.Mrs. Tucker-O'Shields was a life member of the Methodist Church, a past president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, a life member of the American Legion, was the M.O.C.A. and State Chaplain M.O.C.A. She was also a member of the New Prospect Baptist Church in Colt and was a restaurant owner.Mrs. Tucker-O'Shields is survived by her two daughters, Doris Walls of Hot Springs Village and Carol Ward of Colt; one son, David Trifon of Houston, Texas; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.Visitation for Mrs. Tucker-O'Shields will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home in North Little Rock. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2003, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home in North Little Rock with Rev. Royce Lowe officiating. A graveside service will also be held following at 2 p.m. at Marianna Cemetery in Marianna.
TURK BETTE J. MRS. FISHER 9 5 1924 1 24 2001 HUGHES
Mrs. Bette J. Turk, age 76, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Turk was born on Sept. 5, 1924, in Eldorado and was the daughter of Ernest Lee Fisher and Lora L. Royal Fisher. She lived in Forrest City all of her life. Mrs. Turk was a retired accountant from the Federal Compress, was past president of the Musical Coterie, was secretary and treasurer for the Hughes Cemetery Association, was a member of the National Association of Accountants and was a teacher for the Reflectors Bible Study Group. She was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Forrest City. Mrs. Turk married Vernon D. Turk Sr., and he survives her along with two daughters, Verna J. Powell of Hillsboro, Ill. and Becky Puryear of Benton; a son, Vernon D. Turk Jr., of West Memphis; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation services will be held Thursday, Jan. 25, 2001, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday,Jan. 26, 2001, at 2 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, with burial following in Hughes Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
TURLEY ARTILLIA MRS. 1845 12 12 1910 MISSISSIPPI
12-16-1910 Death of Mrs.N.P.Turley=In the death of Mrs.N.P.Turley, of Byhalia, Miss.at the age of 65 years, on Monday afternoon, Dec.12,1910, grief indescribable has fallen upon the hearts of our esteemed fellow townsmen, Messrs.E.C., Linn, amd Ellis Turley. Deceased was the beloved mother of Mr.Bunn Turley, who was a sorrowing at her mother's bedside a week before the final summons came, and did everything in his power to soften the dying pillow of the beloved and saintly lady whose love and affection were the dearest treasures of his heart. She was laid to rest in Byhalia Tuesday afternoon, and was widely attended WIFE OF JASPER NEWTON TURLEY
TURLEY IVA A. 8 6 1922 1 28 2002 Oak Grove VET-WWII
Mr. Iva A. Turley, age 79, of Moro, died Monday, Jan. 28, 2002, at his home.Mr. Turley was born Aug. 6, 1922, in Pangburn, and was the son of Andrew Jackson Turley and Flora B. Poole Turley. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion in Marianna. Mr. Turley, a carpenter by trade, was a member of Moro Baptist Church, where he had been a Sunday School superintendent for four years. He lived in Moro for 60 years.Mr. Turley is survived by his wife, Mildred Turley of the home; a son, Larry G. Turley of Searcy; two daughters, Linda E. Jones of Forrest City and Shirley K. Fowler of Moro; a brother, Gaylon Turley of Cabot; a sister, Edna Burns of Moro; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Turley will be Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Fowler Funeral Home in Brinkley. Funeral services for Mr. Turley will be conducted on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002, at 2 p.m., at the Moro Baptist Church, with Bro. Bill Elliott officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Moro with Fowler Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements
TURLEY JASPER NEWTON UNK 7 23 1909 FCTIMES CSA-Co.E-2ND MISSOURI CAVALRY
7-30-1909 Squire Ellis Turley received the sad news that the death of his elder brother, Jasper Turley, at Flat Rush, Mo. last Friday, Jul.23,1909. Mr.Turley was an old Confederate and belonged to Co. E.,Second Missouri Cavalry.
TURMAN LENA KATHLEEN MRS BICKERSTAFF 3 4 1930 11 14 2005 FPARK NATIVE
Mrs. Lena Kathleen Turman, age 75, of Nesbit, Miss., died Monday, Nov. 14, 2005, at Desoto Health Care Center in Southhaven, Miss.Mrs. Turman was born March 4, 1930, in Hughes, the daughter of Rodger Bickerstaff and Lena Mae Midgett Bickerstaff. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and a Methodist.Mrs. Turman is survived by one son, Roger Turman of Nesbit, Miss.; four brothers, Rodger H. Bickerstaff of Arlington, Texas, Wallace Bickerstaff of Chicago, Ill., Russell Bickerstaff of Jonesboro and Marion Bickerstaff of Tyronza; two sisters, Anna Gracey of Forrest City and Rose Wilkerson of Mt. View, Mo.; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathleen Marie Boatman in 2004.Visitation for Mrs. Turman will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2005, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Stevens Funeral Home on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
TURNER CHARLES L. 5 27 1935 9 5 2000 FPARK USNAVY-KOREA
6888=USNAVY-KOREA-Mr. Charles L. Turner, 65, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2000, at the American Transitional Nursing Home in Memphis. Mr. Turner, born May 27, 1935, in Steele, Missouri, was the son of Tom and Livie> Turner, and had lived in Forrest City for the past 44 years. Mr. Turner was the chief engineer with T. L. James Co. and was a veteran of the Navy. He was also a member of the Masons and a member of Oak Hill Church of God. He is survived by his wife, Delores Ann Turner, of Forrest City; two daughters, Loretta Ann Turner, Laurel Paige Davis, both of Forrest City; three sisters, Joyce Marks, Barbara Davis, both of Heber Springs, Pat Norsworthy, of Widener; and one grandchild. Funeral services for Mr. Turner will by Friday, Sept. 8, 2000, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. William Witcher officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
TURNER CHARLES DALE 10 3 1930 8 11 2001 BELL VET-KOREA
Mr. Charles Dale Turner, age 70, of Marianna, died Saturday, Aug. 11, 2001 at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis.Mr. Turner, born Oct. 3, 1930, in Chester, was the son of Charles Turner and Pearl Poor Turner. He lived in the Forrest City area for most of his life and was in the lumber business. He was also a veteran of the Korean War and a member of the American Legion, the Elk Club and was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church.Mr. Turner is survived by two son, Charles Turner of Ohio and Dr. Robert Turner of Tennessee; four daughters, Teresa Turner-Rowe of Reno, Patti Long of Forrest City, Laura Turner-McCullough of Minnesota and Ruth Landis of Texas; three brothers, Alvin Turner of Fayetteville, Darrell Turner of Louisiana and Donnie Turner of California; two sisters, Helen Helwig and Ina Couch, both of California; 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.There was a graveside funeral service for Mr. Turner held today, Monday, Aug. 13, 2001, at Bell Cemetery in Palestine. Stevens Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. The family requests that memorials be made to the Faith Lutheran Church Building Fund.
TURNER COLBERT JR. 8 30 1953 1 11 2005 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. Colbert Turner Jr., age 51, of Tacoma, Wash., died on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at his home.Mr. Turner, born Aug. 30, 1953, in Forrest City, was the son of the late Colbert Turner Sr. and Thelma Turner Nash.Funeral services for Mr. Turner will be held on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at 1:30 p.m. at Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church with Rev. Ronald Williams officiating. Visitation services will be held prior to the funeral from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
TURNER EUGENE O. 6 24 1925 7 6 2006 HUGHES
Mr. Eugene O. Turner, age 81, of Forrest City, died Thursday, July 6, 2006, at his home.Mr. Turner was born June 24, 1925, the son of Frank Turner and Cora Lee McDaniel Turner. He was a carpenter contractor and a member of the Bethel Baptist Church.Mr. Turner is survived by his wife, Birdie Turner of the home; a daughter, Marie Turner of Forrest City; five sons, Ricky Turner of Wynne, Mark Turner, Jeff Turner and Kenny Webb all of Forrest City and Gary Turner of Colt; 17 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Turner will be held on Friday, July 7, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2006, in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home at 10 a.m. with Bro. Jackie Sorrels officiating. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.SSDI SHOWS BIRTH APR.24,1925
TURNER LULA MRS. FLOWERS 9 19 1903 10 6 2007 SCOTT BOND NATIVE
Mrs. Lula Flowers Turner, age 104, of Chicago, Ill., died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Turner was born Sept. 19, 1903, in Madison, the daughter of George Herbert Flowers and Mattie Cobb Flowers. Mrs. Turner is survived by a daughter, Sylvia Noble of Chicago, Ill.; three sons, Carey Lewis Turner, Elliott Turner and Napoleon Turner all of Chicago, Ill.; 13 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carey Lewis Turner. Visitation for Mrs. Turner will be held on Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Madison Light M.B. Church. Funeral services will follow at the church at noon with Rev. Sammie White offictaing. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-10-17
TURNER MARIE MRS 9 13 1926 7 15 2001 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Marie Turner, age 74, of West Memphis, formerly of Hughes, died Sunday, July 15, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Turner is survived by four daughters, Betty Davis and Rose Turner Woods, both of West Memphis, Emma Cox of Proctor and Bernice Hill of Chicago, Ill.; 10 sisters, Bernice Sanders of Los Angeles, Calif., Lavern Mason of Tulsa, Okla., Ozella Wilson, Diane Hatton and Lorine Moore, all of Hughes, Jo Ann Toney of Memphis, Ester Dawson and Bessie Lowe, both of Forrest City, Azzle Joshaway of Dyersburg, Tenn. and Mary Bridges of Miami, Fla.; five brothers, William Benard of Chicago, Ill., Tom Benard and David Benard, both of Hughes, Johnny Bridges and Willie Bridges, both of Miami, Fla.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Turner will be Friday, July 20, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Anthony Funeral Home Chapel South in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 21, 2001, at 1 p.m., at St. Luke M.B. Church in Hughes with burial to follow in Paradise Gardens under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home of West Memphis.
TURNER OPHELIA LOVE 1930 7 22 2003 CLARK CEMETERY
Mrs. Ophelia Love Turner, age 73, of Colt, died Tuesday, July 22, 2003, at Methodist Central Hospital in Memphis.Mrs. Turner is survived by one son, Mitchell Love of Colt; three daughters, Macilinda Morris and Regina Cottrell, both of Rockford, Ill., and Sally Renae Meabon of Colt; two sisters, Retha Faye Gilbert of Forrest City and Juanita Cobb of Colt and three brothers, Calvin Smith of St. Louis, Mo., Jonathan Smith of South Bend, Ind., and Lavertis Cobb of Colt.Visitation services for Mrs. Turner will be held on Friday, July 25, 2003, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Moores Chapel C.M.E. Church in Colt with Pastor Elijah Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery.
TURNER THEODIS MRS LOCK 10 25 1919 8 26 2001 Ebenezer
Mrs. Theodis Lock Turner, age 81, of Cotton Plant, died Sunday, Aug. 26, at Central Arkansas Hospital in Searcy.Mrs. Turner was born Oct. 25, 1919 in Cotton Plant and was the daughter of Leander Doss Lock and O.L. Lock. She was a member of Taylor's Chapel Methodist Church.Mrs. Turner was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings.She is survived by two daughters, Johnnie Mae Wells of Cotton Plant and Jackie Cannon of South Bend, Ind.; three sons, William Green of San Diego, Calif., Leotha Turner of Long Beach, Calif. and Johnny Turner of Atoka, Tenn.; two sisters, Ocie Williams of Cotton Plant and Eddie Mae Eckwood of Michigan City, Ind.; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Turner will be held Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. at McNeal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, Sept. 3, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Taylor's Chapel Methodist Church in Cotton Plant with burial following in Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of McNeal Funeral Home.
TURNER WILLIAM EARL 12 30 1936 1 29 2005 MEMORIAL NATIVE
Mr. William Earl Turner, age 68, of Grand Prairie, Texas, passed away on January 29, 2005 after a four year battle with cancer. He was born December 30, 1936, in Caldwell, Arkansas, the first son of William C. and Virginia Ruth Turner.A retired truck driver, Mr. Turner was a member of the Robert Burns Lodge of Freemasons and a member of the fraternal order of the shrine. Billy enjoyed woodworking, gardening and working around the house. He will be remembered as a kind and generous man who lived with grace, died with dignity and NOW HE IS HEALED!He is survived by his wife of 50 years, the former Sandra Yuvonne Nicholas of Colt, Arkansas, three sons; William Harold 'Bill' Turner of Forth Worth, Texas, Russell Dewayne 'Rusty' Turner of Millington, Tennessee, and Greggory 'Scott' Turner of Webster, Texas, one daughter, Jenifer Jolene 'Jodi' Mosley of Ft. Worth, Texas, four brothers; Jimmy Allen Turner of Heth, Arkansas, David Ray Turner of Atlanta, Georgia, Ronnie Dewayne Turner of Forrest City, and Randy Don Turner of Forrest City, two sisters; Donna Willene Gruby of Forrest City and Starr Miller of Irvin, Texas, and his mother 'Ruth' of Forrest City, five grandchildren; Christopher Turner, Samantha Turner, Hunter Turner, Spencer Turner and Maggie.His father, William C. 'Short' Turner and two sisters; Jeanette and Karen Sue Turner preceded Mr. Turner in death.A MEMORIAL is scheduled for February 6, 2005, Sunday, at 2:00 p.m., in the Stevens Funeral Home Chapel in Forrest City, with Rev. J.E. Hughes officiating. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home.
TURPIN TOM S. 1 9 1922 7 31 2006 Marianna Memorial USMC-WWII
Mr. Tom S. Turpin, age 84, of Forrest City passed away Monday, July 31, 2006. He had fought a valiant fight for many years against many health problems, especially kidney and respiratory failure. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, but he spent most of his adult life in Moro, Arkansas, farming and some crop dusting. He loved to fly, hunt, water ski and telling tall tales and listening around the deer camps. Mr. Turpin was a former Marine in the Second World War and wore his uniform proudly. Some of his battles were fiercely fought in the South Pacific and the sad memories of those who did not come back never left him. Mr. Turpin is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lois Douglas Turpin; a daughter, Nell Walton of Kingston, Tennessee; a sister, Janece Turpin Teeter of Yankton, South Dakota; and a wonderful bevy of nephews, nieces and greats, including Mrs. Charles "Ann Turpin" Lewis of Blytheville, Dr. Robert Teeter of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Max Teeter of Nashville, Arkansas, Joe Teeter of Laramie, Wyoming, Janelle Teeter Simpson of Omaha, Nebraska and Roger Turpin of Marianna. Several cousins also survive him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anderson B. Turpin Sr. and Nellie Scott Turpin; two brothers, Anderson B. Turpin Jr. and William Hunter Turpin. Funeral arrangements will be at Stevens Funeral Home Friday, August 4, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with visitation at 6:00 p.m. Burial will take place on Saturday morning at 9:30 at Marianna Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to Second Baptist Church of Forrest City, Moro Baptist Church of Moro, to the Gideons or to a charity of ones choice. Under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.Published: 2006-08-02
TWIST REGINALD 7 3 1926 5 1 2008 MEMORIAL USNAVY-WWII
Reginald (Rex) Twist of Memphis, formally of Twist and Forrest City, died on May 1, 2008 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born July 3, 1926 in Twist, son of Claribell Bond Twist and John Francis Twist. His grandfather Ira F. Twist, his father and his uncle built Twist Brothers Plantation, a farming enterprise in Northeast Arkansas in the early 1900's. At one point the Twist farm consisted of acreage in Crittenden and Cross counties, becoming one of the largest single farming units in Arkansas. After attending school in Earle, the family moved to Memphis in 1939, where he attended Belvedere Jr. High and Central High School. He graduated from Castle Heights Military Academy in 1944 where he was an All Mid-South football player. He was a World War II Navy veteran assigned to PT boats and saw action in Pacific theater. He was released from the Navy after returning on the U.S. Oyster Bay. Mr. Twist attended Dartmouth College before going into the Twist family farming business. He and his brother, John Twist grew the family Twist Farms holdings to include farmland in St. Francis County, Yazoo City, Miss. and Guatemala. Mr. Twist was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City where he served on the board. He was on the Board of Directors of Planters Bank and Trust for many years. He was a former president of the Forrest City County Club and a graduate of the Brookings Institute in Washington, D.C. during the late 1960's. He was a successful real estate broker in lake developments in Kentucky and Missouri as vice-president of American Reality. He was an avid pilot, flying both for farm business and for pleasure. He also enjoyed hunting, traveling and photography for many years. Mr. Twist was very active in his retirement years, he continued his interest in farming as manager of the various John W. Henry Farms located in St. Francis County, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents John Francis Twist and Claribel Bond Twist and two sisters, Juila Twist Kirkpatrick and Marilee Twist Stratford. He is survived by his wife, Martha Ree Belshe Twist of 58 years. He is survived also by his son, Edwin (Eddie) Belshe Twist and daughter in law, Glenda Gilbreath (Gigi) Twist of Boca Raton, Fla., his daughter Linda Twist Hill and son in law, Hank Hill III of Memphis. He leaves two grandchildren Catherine Carleton (Kaki) Twist and Hank Hill IV. He is survived by one brother, John F. Twist and one sister, Helen Twist Thomas, both of Memphis, and numerous nieces and nephews. A MEMORIAL for Mr. Twist will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. A reception will follow in The Fellowship Hall of the church after the service. The church address is 101 S. Izard St. 72335. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Funeral Home. Phone number 870-633-5400.Family requests memorials be sent to the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City, AR, or donor's choice. Online registry at stevensfuneralhome.net Published: 2008-05-02
TYER REBECCA CORRINE MRS. GAFFORD 12 25 1908 9 20 2000 DOGWOOD
Rebecca Corrine Tyer, age 91, of Russellville, and former resident of the Burdette community, died Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2000, at Stella Manor Nursing Home in Russellville. Ms. Tyer was born Dec. 25, 1908, in Abberville, Miss., to John and Eggie Ware Gafford. She was a homemaker and a Methodist. Ms. Tyer is preceded in death by two daughters, Polly Meyers, of Forrest City, and Kathleen Carson. She is survived by three daughters, Virginia Powell, of Blytheville; Mary Stumbaugh, of Russellville; and Betty Barch, of Memphis, Tenn.; 14 grandchildren and several great and great-great-grandchildren. Visitation for Ms. Tyer will be Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cobb Funeral Home in Blytheville. Funeral services will be Friday, Sept. 22, > 2000, at 10:30 a.m. in the Cobb Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. L.V. Rigney officiating. Burial will follow in Dogwood Cemetery under the direction of Cobb Funeral Home of Blytheville.
TYERS MARY MRS. UNK 12 15 1902 UNKNOWN
Death of Mrs.Mary Tyers-Dept.of State, Washington, D.C.-Jan.26,1903-Information has been received that Mrs.Mary Tyers of Forrest City in Sierra Leon, Africa, on Dec.15,1902. Mr.John T.Williams, Consul of the United States, Sierra Leone. 1-30-1903
TYLER DEMINGO LEODIS 6 27 1976 12 28 2001 FORREST CITY NATIVE
Mr. Demingo Leodis Tyler, age 25, of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 28, 2001, at his home.Mr. Tyler was born June 27, 1976, in Forrest City.He is survived by his mother, Mary Tyler of Forrest City; four brothers, Terry Gene Watson, Demitrius R. Tyler and Elcorion Cross, all of Forrest City, and Watson Corey of Marianna; and two sisters, Camille D. Clanton and Temica S. Sargent, both of Forrest City.A graveside funeral service was held for Mr. Tyler on Monday, Dec. 31, 2001, at 10 a.m., at FORREST CITY with Elder Nathaniel Pendleton and Elder John H. Jennings officiating the service, under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
TYLER ERNEST ALLEN 11 13 1932 9 1 2004 FPARK
IMAGE3002-Mr. Ernest A. Tyler, age 71, of Memphis, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis.Mr. Tyler, was born Nov. 13, 1932, in Brownville Tenn., the son of Walter M. Tyler and Ernestine Allen Tyler. He lived in Memphis for most of his life and was a retired supervisor for the ETMF. He was a 32nd degree Mason, member of the Scottish Rite and Loyal Order of Moose and was a member of the Bartlett United Methodist Church.Mr. Tyler married Waneta Long in 1959 and she survives him along with a host of friends.Visitation for Mr. Tyler was held on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services were held graveside following visitation at Forrest Park Cemetery
TYLER WANETA L. MRS. LONG 8 6 1936 6 8 2008 FPARK
Mrs. Waneta L. Tyler, age 71, of Memphis, died Sunday, June 8, 2008, in Memphis. Mrs. Tyler was born Aug. 6, 1936, in Haynes, the daughter of Guy R. Long and Marie Hurst Long. Mrs. Tyler was a Methodist, was a member of the Eastern Star, was a past Grand Region and a member of the Women of the Moose. She married Ernest A. Tyler in 1959 and he preceded her in death in 2004. Visitation for Mrs. Tyler will be held Thursday, June 12, 2008, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow on Thursday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guest book at www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2008-06-10
TYNER GEORGE UNK 8 7 1909 FCTIMES
8-13-1909 MURDER NEAR PALESTINE=Last Saturday morning, Aug.7,1909, on the Gossett place, six miles west of Palestine, George Tyner, an old white man, was killed by Alfred Hill over an altercation in which Hill had insuniated that Tyner had been intoxicated at church the Sunday previous, a clubbed shotgun being used by Hill with murderous effect. He escaped, but was captured at Devalls Bluff. An inquest was held by Squire Cavanaugh, and the jury came in with a verdict of first degree murder. Both Hill and Tyner were tenants on the Gossett place. The shooting was at a well when Tyner said that anyone who said he was drunk, was a liar. Mrs.Gossett saw the events, when Hill took the shotgun and clubbed Tyner several times, and he died from the wounds that night.
TYSON J. B. UNK 2 2 1905 UNKNOWN
Mr.J.B.Tyson, a very clever and popular young man who had been in the employ of Bond Supply Co. of Widener, and who had been ill with pneumonia for several weeks in the hospital at Memphis, died on Thursday of last week. 2-10-1905
UNDERWOOD BILLIE JO MRS 10 7 1933 3 30 2009 CRITTENDEN NATIVE
Mrs. Billie Jo Underwood, age 75, of Widener, died Monday, March 30, 2009, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Mrs. Underwood was born Oct. 7, 1933, in Whitmore. She lived in Widener for most of her life, was a housewife and a Baptist. She married Ray Bud Underwood in 1951 and he preceded her in death in 1993. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation for Mrs. Underwood will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Crittenden Memorial Park Cemetery in West Memphis. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2009-04-01
UNDERWOOD JON G. 1 29 1962 10 29 2001 MICHIGAN
Mr. Jon G. "Gill" Underwood, age 39, of White Lake Township, Mich., died Monday, Oct. 29, 2001.Mr. Underwood was a first mate on a commercial charter boat in Monroe, Mich. and organized golf outings for young people on dialysis.He is survived by his mother, Val Devasier of White Lake, Mich.; his father, Ray Underwood of LaSalle, Mich.; two sisters, Jadin Howton and Rayna L. Underwood and one brother, Michael L. Underwood.Funeral services for Mr. Underwood will be conducted Thursday, Nov. 1, 2001, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home in Waterford, Mich
UNDERWOOD RAY SR. 4 17 1910 4 17 2007 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL
Mr. Ray Underwood Sr., age 96, of Widener, died Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at his daughter's house in Hughes. Mr. Underwood was born Aug. 7, 1910, in Centerville the son of Matt Underwood and Susie Tillman Underwood. He was a farmer and a Baptist. Mr. Underwood married Theo Hillard in 1928 and she preceded him in death in 1990. He is survived by two sons, Gerene Underwood of Tennessee and Jimmy Carol Underwood of Illinois; five daughters, Alice Duncan of Fulton, Miss., Patsy Tate of Hughes, Betty Sue Rose of Marion and Lois Mullvain and Hazel Leffelman both of Illinois; a brother, Lee Underwood of California; 27 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren and 33 great-great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by two sons, Bud Underwood and Leon Underwood and a daughter, Vera Underwood. Visitation for Mr. Underwood will be held on tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 20, 2007, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park Cemetery in Marion.Published: 2007-04-19
UNKNOWN Bobo 1879 3 27 1897 FCTIMES
A boy aged 18 named Bobo died on the Lowery Mallory place by drowning, in the Burnt Cane vicinity on Saturday when a swift current overturned his craft crossing the river.4-2-1897
UNKNOWN CLIFTON UNK 9 24 1900 FCTIMES
A.E.Vantrum of Palestine was in town Wednesday on business, and reports three deaths Monday, Sep.24,1900.Joe Mooneyham, a boy named Clifton, and John Jones.9-28-1900
URSERY JAMES 8 19 1935 1 2 2000 CASTEEL NATIVE
James Ursery, age 64, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City. He was born Aug. 19, 1935, in Widener. He was a farmer. He is survived by his wife, Berthella Ursery of Forrest City; two sons, Herbert Ursery of San Bernadino, Calif., and James Ursery Jr. of Little Rock; a daughter, Barbara Davis of Detroit, Mich.; 10 brothers, T.J. Ursery of Forrest City, Jimmy Ursery and Charlie Ursery, both of Los Angeles, Calif., A.D. Ursery of Detroit, Mich., Leon Ursery of Florida, J.C. Ursery of South Bend, Ind., Willie Ursery, Robert Ursery, Theodis Ursery and Sylvester Ursery, all of St. Louis, Mo.; two sisters, Myrtle Ursery and Margaret Love, both of St. Louis, Mo.; and six grandchildren. Visitation will be at Clay Funeral Home from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 7, 2000. Services will be held at Salem Baptist Church on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2000, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Bradley House officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
URSERY JOHN 9 4 1926 11 9 1999 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. John Ursery, aged 73, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 1999, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Central in Memphis. He was born Sept. 4, 1926, in Widener and was a retired farmer. Mr. Ursery is survived by his wife, Juanita Ursery of Forrest City; his mother, Mattie Mae Ursery of St. Louis, Mo.; two sons, Otis Ursery of South Bend, Ind., and Terry King of Milwaukee, Wis.; seven daughters, Jeanie Fluelen of South Bend, Ruby Jean Ursery of Forrest City, Earnestine McNeeley of Dallas, Texas, Earline Joshua of Hughes, and Floria Jean Curne, Doris Jean Ursery and Anita Ursery of Forrest City; 11 brothers, T.J. Ursery and James Ursery Jr. of Forrest City, Jimmie Lee Ursery of California, A.D. Ursery of Detroit, Mich., Theodis Ursery of St. Louis, Mo., J.C. Ursery of South Bend, Robert Ursery of St. Louis, Leon Ursery of Miami, Fla., Willie Ursery and Sylvester Ursery of St. Louis and Charman Ursery of California; two sisters, Margie Lee Love and Myrtle Ursery of St. Louis; 26 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Clay Funeral Home today (Friday, Nov. 12) from 3-5 p.m. Funeral services will be at Salem Baptist Church on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL, under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
URSERY MAGALEN MRS 6 2 1926 5 2 2005 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Magalen Ursary, age 78, of Forrest City, died Monday, May 2, 2005, at Crestpark Retirement Inn and Residential.Mrs. Ursary was born June 2, 1926, in Forrest City and was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, T.J. Ursary of Forrest City; two sisters, Margie Love and Mrytle Ursary both of St. Louis, Mo.; a step-daughter, Angela Barton of Forrest City and three grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Ursary will be held on Sunday, May 8, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Lane Chapel CME Church with Rev. Ronald A. Williams officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.PER SSDI NAME IS URSERY
URSERY T. J. 4 26 1928 3 12 2009 CASTEEL
Mr. T.J. Ursery, age 80, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Crestpark Retirement Inn. Mr. Ursery was born April 26, 1928, in Widener and worked at Halstead Industries as a lift operator. He is survived by a daughter, Angela Barton of Forrest City and four grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Ursery will be held on Friday, March 20, 2009, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Lane Chapel CME Church with Rev. Stevey M. Wilburn officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2009-03-19
URTON JOHN RALPH 7 23 1918 12 4 2001 FPARK
IMAGE2770=Mr. John Ralph Urton, age 83, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001, at his home.Mr. Urton, born July 23, 1918, in Hazen, was the son of Ralph Lewis Urton and Rose Rasor Urton. He was a retired assistant General Agent with Aetna Insurance. He was also a former principal with the Bald Knob School District and a member of the First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and a member of the senior Men's Adult Sunday School class.In 1941, Mr. Urton married Ruth Warbritton and she preceded him in death in 2001. He is survived by two sons; John Daniel Urton of Illinois and Samuel Britton Urton of North Little Rock; a daughter, Victoria Urton Harris of Forrest City; a brother, Harry E. Urton of Carlisle and seven grandchildren.Visitation services for Mr. Urton will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Urton will be held Friday, Dec. 7, 2001, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.The family requests that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church in Forrest City.
URTON RUTH MRS WARBRITTON 7 29 1920 3 6 2001 FPARK
IMAGE2771-Mrs. Ruth Warbritton Urton, age 80, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, March 6, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest CityMrs. Urton was born on July 29, 1920, in Bee Branch and was the daughter of James Alfred Warbritton and Eliza Victoria Fleming Warbritton. She lived in Conway, North Little Rock and Jonesboro before moving to Forrest City. Mrs. Urton was a retired school teacher and a member of the First Baptist Church.She married John R. Urton in 1941 and he survives her along with two sons, John Daniel Urton of Rock Island, Ill. and Samuel Britton Urton of North Little Rock; a daughter, Victoria Harris of Forrest City; a sister, Nell Warbritton Graddy of Beebe and seven grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Urton will be Wednesday, March 7, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2001, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
USERY WILLIAM 1832 UNK GOODSPEED
William Usery, blacksmith and farmer, Harris. burg, Ark. Tennesseehas furnished to this county a number of representative men, andamong them might be mentioned William Usery, who was born in Bedford County, of that State, in 1832. He is the son of Allen and F.Elizabeth (Johnson) Usery, both natives of North Carolina, and earlysettlers of Tennessee, to which State they emigrated in pioneer times.They were members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. WilliamUsery was brought up as an agriculturist, and it was but natural thathe should permanently adopt that calling, as his life occupation; andthis he has always followed. He received his education in thecommon schools of Tennessee, and at the age of eighteen yearslearned the blacksmith's trade, which he followed in connection withfarming. In 1849 he came to St. Francis County, Ark., and worked athis trade for two years. He was first married in 1851, to Mrs. G.(Stephens) Fisher, and one child was born to this union, Frances,who is now the wife of William A. Garvey, and resides in PoinsettCounty, Ark. Mrs. Usery died in 1856, and in 1859 Mr. Usery selectedhis second wife in the person of Mrs. Roxy (Franks) Casbeer, widowof Joseph Casbeer, who was a native of Tennessee, and a farmer byoccupation. By her first marriage Mrs. Usery became the mother ofthree children: Jerusha A., widow of Frank Thiville, a farmer of St.Francis County, who died in 1886, leaving his widow and twochildren; Thomas and Chessley. Mrs. Usery is the daughter ofChessley and Jerusha (May) Franks, the former a local MethodistEpiscopal preacher of Tennessee. Elder Franks came to Arkansas at avery early date, and here married Miss May, a member of one of theoldest families of Northeast Arkansas. Mrs. Usery is the fourth ofeight children born to her parents, her birth occurring in St. FrancisCounty, Ark., in 1829. She spent her school days in that county, andafter her marriage to Mr. Usery, in 1859, they resided in St. FrancisCounty for thirteen years. Mr. Usery engaged in blacksmithing andfarming. In 1872 he moved to Harrisburg and bought 460 acres ofland, but has since sold some of this, and is now the owner of 300acres adjoining the city, with about fifty acres under cultivation. Helives in the center of this, just across the corporation line. He has thebest buildings, the largest orchard, bearing all kinds of fruit, and isconsidered one of the substantial men of the county. By his marriagewere born two children: Florence, wife of a minister of the MethodistEpiscopal Church, and residing in Texas, and Annis, wife of GeorgeGarvey, a merchant at Harrisburg. Mr. Usery and family aremembers of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and he is a Royal ArchMason. He is also a member of the I. O. O. F. He and his excellentwife can relate some very interesting reminiscences of early times,how lumber was made with a whipsaw, how the clothing and bootsand shoes were made by the old settlers, and how Bolivar was at onetime the county-seat.Poinsett CountyArGenWeb2007 COULD BE USSERY
USSERY JOHN MASTER 1886 6 4 1902 BECK'S SWITCH
A SAD ACCIDENT=News reached the city Wednesday afternoon, June 4,1902, of the drowning of John Ussery of this city, while bathing in a mill pond at Kearney, fifteen miles below Pine Bluff. Ussery was about sixteen years of age and was born and raised in St.Francis county. He was the son of Parson Thomas' daughter, and his step mother, Mrs.Craig resides here. Dr. Dooley was his guardian and had secured work for him at Pine Bluff. The remains were brought to this city yesterday and buried in the family burial grounds at Beck's Switch, four miles west of here. 6-13-1902 6-13-1902
VACCARO LEO JR. 9 26 1930 5 29 2006 FPARK NATIVE-FCHS 1948 ARK.NATIONAL GUARD
Leo Vaccaro, Jr. died peacefully of cancer May 29, 2006, at the Crest Park Retirement Inn in Forrest City. He was born September 26, 1930, in Memphis, TN. to Leo and Frances (Fraser) Vaccaro both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by a brother, James (Sylvia Smith), two nephews: Marc (Astrid Van Zon) and Todd K. Vaccaro, all of Madison, WI and by a sister, Suzanne V. Johnson Hardeman, of Little Rock, AR.The deceased grew up in Forrest City, attended the Forrest City public schools where he played football, Georgetown University and the University of Arkansas where he was a member of Sigma Chi. He was particularly proud to have been a jet pilot in the Arkansas Air National Guard. He spent his life in real estate in Forrest City and in Dallas, TX.There is to be a private interment ceremony at Forrest Park Cemetery. Later, a memorial funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church in Forrest City, following which a reception will be held at Forrest City Country Club. Stevens Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.-FORREST PARK CEMETERY-AIR NATIONAL GUARD VET-FCHS SENIOR CLASS-1948
VADAKIN JAMES HURLBURT 11 29 1892 4 1 1912 CITY
4-12-1912HURLBURT VADAKIN DEAD=That the Grim Reaper truly loves a shining mark was never more strikingly exemplified than in the death Monday morning, Apr.1,1912. of Hurlburt Vadakin. after an illness of only a few days. Hurlburt had been attending the State University Of Arkansas at Fayetteville and was taken sick with a chill on Wednesday night of last week, though nothing was known here of the illness until his father received a telegram from Dr.Ellis at Fayetteville, stating that his son was dangerously ill. Telephonic communication with the physician elicited the information that the young man had been stricken with spinal meningitus, and that his condition was critical. Mr.& Mrs.Vadakin at once made preparations for the trip to Fayetteville and left on the 1:30 Rock Island train for that city, reaching there Saturday afternoon. A telegram Saturday morning from Dr.Ellis, revealed that Hurlburt had lived through the night, a later message from Mrs.Vadakin that he was some better, but not out of danger. Until Monday morning when the message arrived with the tidings that the boy had died at 1:45 am that morning. Arrangements were made at Fayetteville as soon as it was ascertained that the remains could be shipped, and it was expected to be here by Tuesday morning. They reached here at 7:40 pm on Tuesday night. The funeral was held Wednesday morning in the family plot at the FORREST CITY, Rev.E.T.Mabley of the Presbyterian church presiding. Hurlburt was in his twentieth year, being born in Forrest City Nov.29,1892, and had a great deal of his spare time here, though since his school age he had lived with his aunt, Mrs.W.B.Townsend, of Shelbyville, Illinois. He was a manly young gentleman with a kindly, generous disposition, and with a character as gentle and pure as a babe. He was a considerate, obedient son, a gentle and loving brother, and it was his nature to make friends of all with whom he came in contact. His sister, Miss Edith Vadakin was able to attend the funeral, and his aunt, Mrs.Townsend. His cousing, Miss Nell Townsend of Chicago was unable to arrive due to train problems with the floods of the Mississippi River.
VADAKIN LILLIE D. MRS LANDVOIGHT 1870 5 18 1900 CITY
First Wife of E.L.Vadakin, Daughter of Colonel Edwin Landvoight, Editor of FC Times Newspaper. He married new wife in 1903. Had four children, of whom one died in 1892, Edwin Landvoight Vadakin, age 1 yr 7 months. -In Memoriam-On Friday night, May 18,1900, our friend Mrs.Lily B.(Landvoight) Vadakin whom we had learned to love by years of association, for her many noble qualities, was claimed by that grim destroyer, death, and her earthly tabernacle became dissolved. Her history is written upon the eternal tablets of time; although not without blemishes, nor without faults, and transgressions, still brilliantly illuminated are some of the pages with many deeds of heroism, patience, gentleness and devotion, that constrains us to throw the mantle of charity over her shortcomings, remembering that "to err is human, to forgive divine." Her deeds of charity and benevolence which she dispensed in the years of her comparative affluence and happiness, relieving the sick and distressed, are glittering monuments to a soul which fate decreed to an early grave.-FORREST CITY TIMES 5-25-1900 Note:She was murdered in Memphis of gunshot wounds with Henry Reichman. He was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, and she in Forrest City, Ark. according to death certificate at Shelby County Website-Page 160.
VAN HORN SHERWOOD ALLEN REV. 11 21 1926 12 28 2007 MT.OLIVE VET-WWII
Mr. Sherwood Allen VanHorn, age 82, of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. VanHorn was born Nov. 21, 1926, in Hamburg, the son of James William VanHorn and Bertha Riley VanHorn. He moved to Forrest City in 1966, was a retired employee with Sanyo Manufacturing, a retired minister, a veteran of World War II and a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. Mr. VanHorn married Juanita Evans in 1977 and she preceded him in death earlier this year. He is survived by a son, Riley VanHorn of Paragould; two grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. VanHorn will be held graveside at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at the Mt. Olive Cemetery in Hamburg. Friends and family are invited to visit the online registry at www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2007-12-31
VAN METER SONIA A.S. MRS. UNK 12 30 UNK GREEN LAWN
Sonia A.S. Van Meter, 49, of Marietta, Ga., formerly of Marvell, where she was an employee of Marvell LP Gas Co., died Wednesday, December 30, in Marietta. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Ike M. Van Meter, the son of Mrs. Margaret Triplett of Marianna; two daughters, Sonia Nicole Van Meter and Jacqueline Danielle Van Meter, both of Marietta; her mother, Sonia Smith of Cumming, Ga.; a sister, Laura Sanabria of Madrid, Spain; and a brother, Dr. Robert Smith of Roswell, Ga. Graveside services were held Monday, January 4, in Green Lawn Cemetery in Roswell at 1 p.m. Arrangements were handled by SouthCare Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Smyrna, Ga.
VANCE JACK W. 6 9 1912 9 13 2003 FPARK VET-WWII
IMAGE2848-Mr. Jack W. Vance, age 91, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2003.Mr. Vance, born June 9, 1912, in Slate Springs, Miss., was the son of John Glenn Vance and Addie Wells Vance. He was a television repairman, a farmer and was a member of First United Methodist Church. Mr. Vance was also a World War II veteran.Mr. Vance was preceded in death by his wife Dot, in 1998 and is survived by a son, Jack Wayne Vance Jr., of Forrest City; a sister, Pauline Wilkie of Forrest City and two grandchildren.Graveside funeral services for Mr. Vance will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2003, at 10 a.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Rev. Leon Wilson. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.WAS ONE OF THE FIRST TV SALES AND SERVICE PERSONS IN FC.PER SSDI:JACK W VANCE 09 Jun 1915 13 Sep 2003 (V) 72336 (Forrest City, Saint Francis,\
VANDERSLICE IRA C. 1840 7 12 1910 ILLINOIS
7-15-1910 Ira C.Vanderslice=On Tuesday night, July 12,1910, just as the clock was strking the midnight hour, the soul of Ira C.Vanderslice passed to its maker after the young man had suffered a long and painful illness at the home of his uncle and aunt, Mr.& Mrs.R.B.Trice, in this city. Mr.Vanderslice had been ill for several months, having taken ill in Kansas when he contracted the illness to which he finally succumbed. He came here from Dallas, Texas where he was employed with Harvey News Company. He was the youngest son of Mr.& Mrs.J.A.Terry, of Elsah, Illinois, and at the time of his death was in his seventieth year. He was a brother of Mr.Ramsey Vanderslice of this city, cashier with Rock Island freight office;Mr.Langford Vanderslice of Birmingham, Alabama; and of Mrs.Eph Chappelle of Alton, Illinois, all of whom were with him in his last hours. He had been the night clerk at the Hotel Marion as late as March of this year. The remains were shipped to Elsah, Illnois for interment after a service at the residence of Mr.& Mrs.Trice held by Rev.E.T.Mabley, Geo.H.Kirker, and Boone L.Wilford.
VANPELT JAMES WILLIAM 2 11 1932 9 14 2005 GILL CEMETERY
Mr. James William Vanpelt, age 73, of Marianna, died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2005, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Vanpelt was born Feb. 11, 1932, in Lee County in the Black Swamp community, the son of Willie and Mae Frances Vanpelt. He was a construction laborer for many years. Mr. Vanpelt is survived by his wife, Esther Vanpelt of Marianna; four sons, James E. Vanpelt and Wilbur Lee Vanpelt both of Marianna, Lamont Vanpelt and Gary Vanpelt both of Milwaukee, Wis.; two daughters, Katie Jones of Forrest City and Keisha Vanpelt of Milwaukee, Wis.; four sisters, Ernestine Davis of Columbus, Miss., Ida Mae Smith of Omaha, Neb., Linda Johnson of Chicago, Ill. and Doris Vanpelt-Allison of Marianna; Five brothers, Floyd Vanpelt, Edward Lee Vanpelt and Louis Charles Vanpelt, all of Marianna, Isreal Vanpelt of Memphis and Larry Paul Vanpelt of South Bend, Ind.; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mr. Vanpelt will be held on Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Hightower and Sons Funeral Home of Marianna. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005, at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Hightower and Sons Funeral Home of Marianna with Rev. Theodore Austin officiating. Burial will follow in Gill Cemetery.
VANPELT MAE FRANCES 10 18 1911 9 29 1999 GILL
Mae Frances Vanpelt, 87, died Wednesday, September 29, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 9, at 11 a.m., at Mt. Gillian M.B. Church in Holub Crossing. Burial will follow at Gill Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Marianna Funeral Home.
VANWINKLE THELMA MS. 6 21 1944 10 24 2005 Paradise Garden
Ms. Thelma Vanwinkle, B.JUN.21,1944, age 61, of Forrest City, died Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Ms. Vanwinkle, is survived by a daughter, Lucretia Green of Forrest City; three sisters, Velma Childs of South Holland, Ill., Laura Hill of Oakland, Calif., and Mary Ann Terry of Chicago, Ill.; three brothers, James Vanwinkle of Bellewood, Ill., Charles Vanwinkle of St. Louis, Mo. and Lamar Jordan of Chicago, Ill.; and two grandchildren.Visitation services for Ms. Vanwinkle will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Saint Temple Church of God in Christ in Forrest City with services following at 11 a.m. Burial will be held at PARADISE GARDENS under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home of West Memphis.
VARNER AMY MRS ALDRIDGE 5 28 1919 6 13 2001 BARNISHAW NATIVE
Mrs. Amy Varner, age 82, of Pine Tree, died Wednesday, June 13, 2001, at Crestpark Retirement Inn in Forrest City.Mrs. Varner was born May 28, 1919, in Pine Tree and was the daughter of Thomas Aldridge and Susan Adams Aldridge. She lived in Pine Tree most of her life and was a housewife and a member of Pine Tree Baptist Church.Mrs. Varner is survived by her husband, Orval Varner of the home; a son, Douglas Varner of Sherwood; two sisters, Floy Walker of Forrest City and Agnes Howe of West Memphis and two grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Varner will be Friday, June 15, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 16, 2001, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home with burial following in Barnishaw Cemetery in Pine Tree under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. The family request memorials be sent to the Barnishaw Cemetery Association.
VARNER ROBERT 7 1 1951 6 11 2008 MEMORIAL NATIVE USARMY-VIETNAM
Robert Varner July 1, 1951-June 11, 2008 WYNNE - Robert Varner, 56, of Wynne died Wednesday at his residence. He was born in Francis County, the son of Clayton and Ina Howard Varner. He married Miss Juanita Sims on March 22, 1984. Robert served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Juanita Varner; three daughters, Crystal Burns, Holly Varner and Deanna Varner; six brothers; and three sisters. MEMORIALs will be held Monday at 10 a.m. in Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home, (870) 238-9400. There will be no visitation.
VASSEAU VIRGINIA MRS RIOS 2 10 1929 12 30 2005 HUGHES
Mrs. Virginia Rios Hogans Vasseau, age 76, of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 30, 2005, in Memphis.Mrs. Vasseau was born Feb. 10, 1929, in Corpus Christi, Texas, the daughter of Frank Rios an Julia Vargas Rios. She was a homemaker and a member of the Crossroads Church of God in Colt.She is survived by four sons, Charles E. Hogans of Wynne, William L. Hogans Jr. of West Palm Beach, Fla., Owen L. Hogans of Forrest City, Richard Hogans of Benton; six daughters, Julia Gore, Virginia Lee Kernodle and Aubrey McGuire, all of Memphis and Betty Cooper, Ava McCain and Tonya King all of Forrest City ; two brothers, Lee Rios and Louis Rios both of West Point, Miss; two sisters, Auror Gloria Plunkett of Tyronza and Isabelle Wilson of West Point, Miss.; 29 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Vasseau; a son Frank Wesley Hogans; a daughter, Zara Hogans; four brothers, Joe Rios, Ollie Rios, Senun Rios and Willie Rios and a sister, Virginia Rios.Funeral services for Mrs. Vasseau were held on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006, at Pine Tree Baptist Church at 11 a.m. with Rev. Roger Smith and Rev. Andy Price officiating Burial followed in Hughes Cemetery. Kernodle Funeral Home of Wynne was in charge of all arrangements.-Birth: Feb. 10, 1929Corpus ChristiNueces CountyTexas, USA Death: Dec. 30, 2005MemphisShelby CountyTennessee, USA Note: Daughter of Frank and Julia Vargas Rios. 1st marriage to a Hogans. 2nd marriage to Charles L. Vasseau
VAUGHN JANETTE MRS 8 22 1933 10 23 2004 HUGHES
Mrs. Janette Vaughn, age 71, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Vaughn was born Aug. 22, 1933, in Glenwood. She moved to St. Francis County and lived here for most of her life. She was a sales associate with Byrds Grocery and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Madison.Mrs. Vaughn married Haskell A. Vaughn in 1951 and he survives her along with two sons, Terry Vaughn of Heber Springs and Tracy Vaughn of Forrest City; two daughters, Trudy Wooten and Tammy Criss, both of Colt; a sister, Sherrye Vickers of Ft. Smith; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Vaughn will be held on Monday, Oct. 25, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2004, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Madison. Burial will follow in Hughes Cemetery.
VAUGHN TILLMAN MRS. 1831 2 17 1904 MT.VERNON
Death of Tillman Vaughn and Wife=The grim reaper has made quick work in the Vaughn household, and the friends and relatives of the family are appalled at the fatalities which occurred therein in the last ten days. It was just ten days ago that Chas.Padgett, the second husband of their daughter in law, died in the home of Tillman Vaughn, in Franks township, near Haynes. On Wednesday evening, Feb.17,1904, Tillman Vaughn himself passed away, aged 71 years. He had pneumonia and his advanced years made him an easy prey to the disease. The remains were interred in the Mt.Vernon cemetery. Undertaker Stevens had just arrived at the house, and had the remains in his casket, when Mrs.Vaughn, wife of the deceased, and two years his senior, passed away from old age and general debility. She will be buried this afternoon alongside her husband. They were well respected in the community, and we extend our sympathy to the friends. The cemetery might be in Haynes, not in New Castle. I had heard of another Mt.Vernon cemetery there. 2-19-1904
VAUGHN TILLMAN 5 14 1932 5 1 2005 FORREST CITY NATIVE
Mr. Tillman Vaughn, age 72, of South Bend, Ind. and formerly of Forrest City, died Sunday, May 1, 2005, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.Mr. Vaughn, born May 14, 1932, in Widener, was a retired maintenance employee at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind. He is survived by two sisters, Rosie Fay Bailey and Annie Mae Coulter, both of Forrest City.Funeral services for Mr. Vaughn will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2005, at United Christian M.B. Church at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in FORREST CITY under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
VAUGHN TILLMAN 1833 2 17 1904 MT.VERNON
Death of Tillman Vaughn and Wife=The grim reaper has made quick work in the Vaughn household, and the friends and relatives of the family are appalled at the fatalities which occurred therein in the last ten days. It was just ten days ago that Chas.Padgett, the second husband of their daughter in law, died in the home of Tillman Vaughn, in Franks township, near Haynes. On Wednesday evening, Feb.17,1904, Tillman Vaughn himself passed away, aged 71 years. He had pneumonia and his advanced years made him an easy prey to the disease. The remains were interred in the Mt.Vernon cemetery. Undertaker Stevens had just arrived at the house, and had the remains in his casket, when Mrs.Vaughn, wife of the deceased, and two years his senior, passed away from old age and general debility. She will be buried this afternoon alongside her husband. They were well respected in the community, and we extend our sympathy to the friends. The cemetery might be in Haynes, not in New Castle. I had heard of another Mt.Vernon cemetery there. 2-19-1904
VAUGHN TOM UNK 11 1898 FCTIMES
Intelligence reached the city Monday of the death of Tom Vaughn. Mr.Vaughn was well known as the painter whose place of business was with S.P.McDaniel. He died at his home in Malvern, and had been sick but a week. He was genial gentleman and his many friends regret his death.11-25-1898 10-21-1898 Tom Vaughn, the local painter, departed for Malvern Saturday night without saying goodbye.
VEASLEY EDDIE MAE MRS. 1933 3 28 2008 UNKNOWN
Mrs. Eddie Mae Veasley, age 75, of Forrest City, died Friday, March 28, 2008. Mrs. Veasley is survived by four sons, Otis Mays, Joe Willie Mays, Donald Ray Mays and Randy Holliday, all of Forrest City; a daughter, Vikita Brown of Forrest City; two sisters, Corine Williams and Dicie Tobar both of Forrest City; 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Veasley will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the United Christian Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at the church at 2 p.m. The Hardy Funeral Home of Little Rock is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-04-04
VELMA IDA LEE MRS 5 30 1927 8 29 2004 FORREST CITY NATIVE
Mrs. Ida Lee Velma, age 77, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Velma was born May 30, 1927, in Hughes. She was a retired cook from Watkins Cafe.She is survived by five sons, Henry Velma of Colorado Springs, Colo., Cornelius Velma of Texas, Lewis Velma and Joe Velma both of Forrest City and Leotis Velma of Madison; three daughters, Lula Mae Velma of Tulsa, Okla., Martha Gene McKinley of Texas and Florida Mae Velma of Jonesboro; a brother, Tommie Lee Wilson of Widener; two sisters, Doris Cannaday and Dollie Lawson both of Forrest City and many other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Velma will be held on Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, with Rev. Charles Murray officiating. Burial will follow in FORREST CITY.
VENSON WILLIE JAMES 2 28 1968 10 14 2003 MOUNT CITY
Mr. Willie James Venson, age 35, of Dallas, Texas, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2003.Mr. Venson was born Feb. 28, 1968, in Marianna, the son of Willie James Venson Sr., and Rosie McBee Venson Calloway. He is survived by his parents, both of Little Rock; one daughter, Shanique Williams of Little Rock; four sisters, Brenda McBee, Tammy Settles, Erica Abron and Lesa Stubblefield, all of Little Rock; four brothers, Coydale Venson and Marcus Venson both of Little Rock, Joseph Venson of Houston, Texas, and John Venson of Brickeys.Visitation for Mr. Venson will be held on Friday, Oct. 23, 2003, at Woodhouse Mortuary from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2003, at 1 p.m. at Mount City M.B. Church with Rev. Jewell Witters officiating. Burial will follow in Mount City Cemetery.
VERSER J. L. MR. UNK 1878 UNKNOWN
DEATH OF MRS.MARY A. VERSER=On the night of Feb.25,1902, the subject of this sketch passed away. Mrs.Verser was 77 years of age having been born in Maury County, Tenn., near Columbia, in 1825. Her maiden name was Mary A.Dickinson. She was married to J.L.Verser 55 years ago, who was a cotton merchant in Memphis at one time. He was stricken with yellow fever while on a trip in 1878 and died at Ft.Smith. She was the oldest of a family on nine girls, and three survive her, and only one brother. She leaves also two sons, and a daughter to mourn her loss. The funeral services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs.E.W.Horn, by Rev.A.N.Couch, pastor of the Baptist church, and the remains were interred in the FORREST CITY Wednesday afternoon. Mr.J.D.Verser, of Osceola, was in town at the bedside of his mother before she passed away. 2-28-1902
VERSER MARY A. MRS DICKINSON 1825 2 25 1902 CITY
DEATH OF MRS.MARY A. VERSER=On the night of Feb.25,1902, the subject of this sketch passed away. Mrs.Verser was 77 years of age having been born in Maury County, Tenn., near Columbia, in 1825. Her maiden name was Mary A.Dickinson. She was married to J.L.Verser 55 years ago, who was a cotton merchant in Memphis at one time. He was stricken with yellow fever while on a trip in 1878 and died at Ft.Smith. She was the oldest of a family on nine girls, and three survive her, and only one brother. She leaves also two sons, and a daughter to mourn her loss. The funeral services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs.E.W.Horn, by Rev.A.N.Couch, pastor of the Baptist church, and the remains were interred in the FORREST CITY Wednesday afternoon. Mr.J.D.Verser, of Osceola, was in town at the bedside of his mother before she passed away. 2-28-1902
VERSER MAGGIE MRS PARKS 2 12 1912 3 6 2002 MEMORY GARDENS
Mrs. Maggie Verser, age 90, of Blytheville, died Wednesday, March 6, 2002 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Blytheville.She was born Feb. 12, 1912, to Charlie and Missouri Parks in Oklahoma City, Okla. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Blytheville.Mrs. Verser was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Green Verser.She is survived by three sons, Robert Lee Verser of Florida, Nathaniel Verser of Forrest City and Johnny B. Verser of Kokomo, Ind.; four daughters, Urlee Coleman of Madison, Mary Lee Gaston of Blytheville, Zeopha Phillip of Widener and Annie B. Thomas of St. Louis; a sister, Ada Jackson of Pine Bluff; and a host of great and great-great grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Verser will be held Friday, March 8, 2002 from 6-8 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Blytheville. Funeral services for Mrs. Verser will be held Saturday, March 9, 2002 at 2 p.m. at the St. Paul Misionary Baptist Church of Blytheville, with Rev. Horace Howard officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens in Blytheville, under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home.
VERSER MARGARET NINNIE MRS 7 31 1912 8 24 2002 FORREST CITY
Mrs. Margaret Ninnie Versey, age 90, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Aug. 24, 2002, at Harris Hospital in Newport.Mrs. Versey was born July 31, 1912 in Weldon and is survived by two nieces, Dolly Mae Griffin of Newport and Linnie Mae Jones of Little Rock.Funeral services for Mrs. Versey will be held on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2002 at 10 a.m. at St. Luke A.M.E. Church with Rev. E.J. Outley Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in FORREST CITY under the direction of Tolerson and Sons Funeral Home of Newport.
VEST JAMES FLOYD SR. 7 26 1934 4 18 2002 BELL NATIVE
Mr. James Floyd Vest Sr., age 67, of Palestine, died Thursday, April 18, 2002, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Vest was born July 26, 1934, in St. Francis County, the son of Charlie Vest, and his stepfather Roy Sherrell and his mother, Ruby Chapman Sherrell, who preceded him in death last year.Mr. Vest married Charlene Hawk in 1955, and she survives him along with three daughters, Charlotte Ketchum of Russellville and Terry Hobson and Tina Getchell, both of Palestine; one son, James Floyd Vest Jr. of Clinton; two sisters, Evelyn Britton and Barbara Goodwin, both of Forrest City; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 tonight at Stevens Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, 2002, at the Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. W.L. Prentice and Bro. Alan Jumper officiating. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery in Palestine.R
VETETO GEORGIA M. MRS MINNICK 1 9 1925 10 30 2006 PINE LOG CEMETERY
Mrs. Georgia M. Veteto, age 81, of Forrest City, died Monday, Oct. 30, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Veteto was born Jan. 9, 1925, in Stone County, the daughter of James Minnick and Clara Minnick. She was a member of the Needham Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Bro. Danny Veteto of Forrest City; two brothers, Leon Minnick of Egypt and O'Neal Minnick of Bay; two sisters, Sue Minnick of Bay and Emily Lawson of Jonesboro; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.L. Veteto in 1999; two sons, Glen Veteto in 1991 and Fred Veteto in 1993 and a granddaughter in 1985. Visitation will be held graveside at the Pine Log Cemetery in Jonesboro from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006. Services will follow at 11 a.m. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2006-10-30
VICK RICKY L. 6 5 1950 3 11 2000 FPARK
6774-Ricky L. Vick, age 49, of Faulkner, Miss., died Saturday, March 11, 2000, at his home. Mr. Vick was born June 5, 1950, in Illinois. He was the son of Dock Vick and Eva Young Vick. He was a veteran and attended the Canaan Baptist Church in Mississippi. Mr. Vick married Barbara J. Downey in 1997 and she survives him along with one son, Ricky D. Vick of Little Rock; two brothers, Ray Vick of Forrest City and DeWayne Vick of Lake Village; four sisters, Helen Duncan, Jeannette Martino and Paula Barger, all of Forrest City, and Donna Hollowell of Faulkner, Miss. Services for Mr. Vick will be held in the chapel of Stevens Funeral Home, Friday, March 17, 2000, at 2 p.m. with burial to follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
VICKERS MARCELL MRS FOWLER 4 1 1932 9 3 2008 CHERRY VALLEY
Mrs. Marcell Fowler Vickers-April 01, 1932 ~ September 03, 2008-Marcell Fowler Vickers Marcell Fowler Vickers, a resident of Cherry Valley, Arkansas, departed this life, Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at the CrossRidge Community Hospital in Wynne, Arkansas. She was born April 1, 1932, in Brilliant, Alabama, the daughter of James Daniel and Nancy Butler Fowler. She married Mr. William Lemond Vickers of October 23, 1950. Mrs. Vickers was a member of the Smith Center Assembly of God Church and was a homemaker. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading the Bible and spending time with her grandchildren. Marcell was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son: Danny Vickers, daughter: June Vickers, four brothers: Clayton Fowler, James Fowler, Bob Fowler and J.D. Fowler, five sisters: Cara Bell White, Clara Mae Wilcutt, Ollie Watley, Virginia Heron and Betty Roberts. She is survived by: one son: Billy Vickers of Cherry Valley, Arkansas, 2 daughters: Vickie Sanders and husband Larry of Cherry Valley, Arkansas, Lori Hess and husband Mark of Wynne, Arkansas, sister: Emma Cooper of Rogers, Arkansas, five grandchildren: Melinda Noel, Gary Sanders, Dustin Vickers, Cory Hess, Lindsey Hess and one on the way. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., at the Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home chapel with Brother Ricky Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Sand Hill Cemetery, Auvergne, Arkansas. (870) 238-9400
VICKERS RUBY MRS 3 4 1930 10 25 2002 MEMPHIS MEMORY GARDENS
Mrs. Ruby Vickers, BORN MAR.4,1930,age 72, of Hughes, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2002, at her home. Mrs. Vickers, a homemaker, was the wife of the late Rev. Howard Vickers.Funeral services for Mrs. Vickers were held Sunday, Oct. 27, 2002, at Hughes First Baptist Church in Hughes. Burial followed in Memphis Memory Gardens in Memphis under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis.
VINES STANLEY 3 25 1910 3 4 2007 Crittenden Memorial Park NATIVE
Mr. Stanley Vines, age 96, of West Memphis and formerly of Blackfish Lake, died on Sunday, March 4, 2007, at Crittenden Regional Medical Center. Mr. Vines was born March 25, 1910 in St. Francis County and was a retired farmer and retired constable for St. Francis County where he served for 26 years. Mr. Vines was an ordained deacon and served at Shell Lake Baptist Church for 52 years and was also a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in West Memphis. Mr. Vines is survived by his wife of 73 years, Ruby Vines and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation services for Mr. Vines will be held on Monday, March 5, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Roller Citizens Funeral Home with Bro. Cain Wheeler, Bro. Tommy Stacey and Bro. Bill Watt officiating. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion.Published: 2007-03-05
VINSON HUGH MRS. FLETCHER 1889 8 9 1907 HUGHES
8-23-1907 AWAKENS THE PAST=A sad death, a journey, and reminiscences of past happy experiences. Mr.W.A.Weddington and son, Aaron, of Colt, were trading in town Monday while visiting his sister and aunt, respectively, Miss Emma Weddington, who makes her home with Mr.& Mrs.J.D.Baugh in this city. They gave us a call and informed us of the sudden and very sad death of Mrs.Vinson, the beloved wife of Mr.Hugh Vinson, which occurred at their home in Colt, last Friday, Aug.16,1907. Mrs.Vinson had been in very good health, apparently, said Mr.Weddington, but on Friday morning she was struck by a chill, which despite the skill of her physicians and the careful nursing of loving hands, caused her death the same evening of congestion. The funeral took place and the precious remains were interred in the Hughes Cemetery the following day in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. Deceased was a daughter of Mr.& Mrs.W.P.Fletcher, of Telico township, and leaves a husband who she had recently married, probably last fall, and was only eighteen years of age.
VINSON JAMES WILLIAM 2 7 1968 10 18 2001 LOUGHRIDGE ARK.NATIONAL GUARD
Mr. James William Vinson, age 33, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001, at his home.Mr. Vinson was born Feb. 7, 1968, in Almyra and was the son of Phyllis Louise Watkins Vinson. He lived in Forrest City the last nine years, was a correctional officer at the Federal Correctional Institution-Forrest City and was in the Arkansas National Guard.Mr. Vinson married Rebecca Robertson in 1993 and she survives him along with a daughter, Erin Vinson of Dewitt; a sister, Angela Jackson of Dewitt; a brother, Kyle Vinson of Ozark and his maternal grandmother, Katherine Watkins of Dewitt.Visitation for Mr. Vinson will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001, at 2 p.m., at Stevens Funeral Home with Rev. Dustin Lemke and Orville Wilson officiating the service. Burial will follow in Loughridge Cemetery in Colt under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
VINSON KRISTY MISS MOONEY 3 17 1979 8 4 2003 Kirby's Tucker Memorial
Ms. Kristy Vinson, age 24, of Mountain Home, died Monday, Aug. 4, 2003, at her home. She was a homemaker, mother and attended Eastside Baptist Church.Ms. Vinson was born March 17, 1979, in Mountain Home, the daughter of Randy Mooney and Lynn May Parker and was a 1997 graduate of Mountain Home High School.Ms. Vinson is survived by her two sons, Austin Keith and Benton Anthony Vinson of the home; her father and step-mother, Regina Mooney of Mountain Home; her mother and step father, Scot Parker of Gassville; a sister, Lea Ann Parker of Gassville, and a brother, Chad Mooney of Mountain Home. She is also survived by her paternal grandmother, Ercille Mooney of Forrest City; maternal grandmother, Kathryn May of Forrest City; maternal great-grandmother, Bertsie Clark of Forrest City, and maternal step-grandfather Don Parker of Mountain Home.Visitation for Ms. Vinson will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2003, from 12 to 9 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Roller Funeral Home of Mountain Home. Burial will follow in Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery.
VOGEL AUGUST 10 23 1859 2 16 1895 CITY
Photo May 2006-Born in Atzenbach Baden, Germany-Gravestone IMAGE0979-On the sixteenth of February, 1895, the Supreme Dictator of the universe saw fit to remove from our midst brother August Vogel. Committee:Ed Landvoight, J.T.Fondren, Otto B.Rollwage.Age 36, born Oct.21,1859 in Baden, Germany, moving from Mansfield, Ohio in 1881, he married Miss Frances Meyer On Nov.20,1895?.3-8-1895
VOGEL CHARLES unk 6 29 1909 CITY
The Forrest City Times. July 2, 1909. Charles Vogel Dead. After eigthteen long months of pain and suffering all that was mortal of the late Charles Vogel passed from earth Tuesday morning about 7 o'clock at the family home, on the corner of Forrest and Garland streets. Deceased was well know in this city as a painter and paper hanger, and was industrious and skilled at his trade. Several months ago he was stricken with lead posion, followed by a complete nervous breakdown, from which he was never able to rally. In the home where he has suffered and lingered so long, surrounded by a loving wife and children, he was given every care and attention. It must be said for the deceased that whatever might have been his shortcomings, he was loved, cherished and esteemed in his home. Throughout his long illness the loving wife tenderly ministered to his every want, and his good lady has borne up under the vigil with remarkable strength and fortitude. The children, too, have been kind and attentive, and in the face of many trials and vicissitudes, about which the outside world knew nothing, they have all done what they could to soften their poor father's dying pillow. Deceased is survived by a widow, three sons and four daughters, vis: August, Herbert and Charles Wesley; Mrs. W. L. Reaves of Memphis, Misses Mittie, Hilmer and Louise, all of whom were present at the bedside at the time of his death. Deceased's sister, Mrs. Emma Hankle of Memphis, sister-in-law, Mrs. P. C. Ring of Little Rock, and father-in-law, Mr. U. P. Dearing of Wynne, and nephew, Mr. Emil Vogel of Little Rock, were among out-of-town relatives who came to comfort and assist the bereaved family in caring for their dead. The funeral and interment was solemnized yesterday at 9: o'clock a.m., at the FORREST CITY, in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing friends of the family and deceased. Brenda Huntley-April1,2007
VOLKAMER BETTA S. MRS SHACKLEFORD 9 4 1952 12 17 2004 MEMORIAL NATIVE
Mrs. Betta S. "Bebe" Volkamer, age 52, of Fayetteville, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at Washington Regional Medical Center.Mrs. Volkamer was born Sept. 4, 1952, in Forrest City, the daughter of Frank and Betta Lanier Shackleford. She was a member of the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Fayetteville.Mrs. Volkamer is survived by her husband, Jack M. Volkamer; a son, Dane Ibsen Jr. of Little Rock; one brother, John Shackleford of Los Angeles, Calif.; a step-son Bret Volkamer of Fayetteville and a step-daughter, Cindy Rinker of Oakland, Calif.MEMORIALs for Mrs. Volkamer were held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Fayetteville with Rev. Lowell E. Grisham and Rev. C. Douglas Simmons officiating. Moore's Chapel Funeral Home in Fayetteville was in charge of all arrangements.
VONDRAN ALMA MAE MRS BREWER 8 30 1922 10 1 2000 FPARK
Alma Mae Vondran, B.AUG.30,1922, AGE 78, of Forrest City, died Oct. 1,2000 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City after a long illness. She was retired from Sanyo Manufacturing Corp. and she was a Baptist. Survivors include her husband, W. Elmer Vondran; three sons, Gary Vondran of Forrest City, Ronald Vondran of Johnson City, Tenn. and Thomas Vondran of Horseshoe Bend; one daughter, Ruth Goreham of Montezuma, Iowa; two brothers, Horace Brewer of Mississippi and Ocee Brewer of California; one sister, Delores Brewer of Mena; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3 at Morgan Chapel in Forrest City. Burial was at Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
VUN KANNON EVA MRS SELLERS UNK 12 17 1911 HUGHES
12-22-1911-DEATH=DEATH OF MRS.EVA VUN KANNON= News of the death of Mrs.Eva Vun Kannon, wife of Mr.George Vun Kannon, who expired on Sunday, Dec.17,1911 at the family home in Johnson township, will be received by the family's legion of friends thoughout the county with deep regreat and sorrow. The remains of the deceased lady were buried at Hughes cemetery on Monday, Rev.George H.Kirker of the Presbyterian church conducting the ceremonies at the grave. The lady is survived by her husband, and two little baby girls, Lucille and Willie Mae, also three brothers, Messrs.Bob, Thad, and Dee Sellers of this city.