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WILLIAMS AARON B. SR. 1922 1 19 2004 CASTEEL
Mr. Aaron B.B. Williams Sr., age 82, of Madison, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2004, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Beatrice M. Williams; eight daughters, Florine Jackson-House, Gloria Dean Jones, and Barbara Walls, all of Forrest City, Pricsilla Graham and Doreen Anderson, both of Madison, Marice McGhee of West Memphis, Lucy Wallace of Milwaukee, Wisc., and Bessie "Linda" Bradley of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three sons, Aaron Williams and Lonnie Williams, both of Madison and Terry Williams of Forrest City; four sisters, Pinkie Mae Brandon of Chicago, Flossie Mae Champ and Jane Ella Rogers, both of Forrest City and Florene Johnson of Little Rock; three brothers, Willie B. Williams and Eddie Williams, both of Forrest City, and Ocie Williams of Madison; 45 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, Jan. 23, 2004, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. John's M.B. Church in Madison. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004, at 1 p.m. at Madison Light M.B. Church with Rev. James Brooks officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of M.J. Edwards Funeral Home of Memphis
WILLIAMS ALICE MAE MRS. 8 28 1918 2 23 2002 CASTEEL
Mrs. Alice Mae Williams, age 83, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Feb. 23, 2002, in her home.Mrs. Williams, born Aug. 28, 1918, was a retired nutritionist with Crestpark Nursing Home. She is survived by seven sons, John W. Williams and Jesse Williams, both of St. Louis, Mo., Clarence Hughes, of Chicago, Ill., Donald Williams and Ronald Williams, both of Forrest City, Charlie Williams of El Dorado and Culus Williams of Dallas, Texas; seven daughters, Clarice Haynes of Kansas City, Mo., Claudia Brown, Evelyn Rayford and Lenora Williams, all of Forrest City, Johnetta Crumbly of Widener, Margie Young of Dallas, Texas and Alicia Lewis of Desoto, Texas; 50 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Williams will be held Friday, March 1, 2002, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home and Saturday, March 2, 2002, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Taylor's Chapel CME Church. Funeral services will follow the Saturday visitation at 11 a.m. at Taylor's Chapel CME Church with Rev. Ronald Williams officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS AMY REE MRS. AGNEW 6 2 1903 1 18 2003 CASTEEL
Mrs. Amy Ree "Emily" Williams, age 99, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Forrest City.Mrs. Williams, born June 2, 1903, in Guntown, Miss., the daughter of James and Eddie Boozer Agnew, she was a Forrest City resident from 1912, was a retired housekeeper and a member of Salem M.B. Church. In 1924, Mrs. Williams married Andrew Williams and he preceded her in death. She is survived by five nieces, Odeaner Barksdale of Denver, Colo., Maggie Green, Ora Lee Williams and Armoura Summerville, all of Forrest City and Olivia Robinson of Little Rock; two nephews Houston Agnew of Forrest City and Herbert Agnew of Milwaukee, Wisc.; a great-nephew, Bennett Tubbs of Mesquite, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation services for Mrs. Williams will be held on Friday, Jan. 24, 2003, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Satruday, Jan. 25, 2003, at 10 a.m. at Salem M.B. Church with Rev. Vernon Faulkner officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.-PER SSDI:AMY R WILLIAMS 02 Jun 1902 18 Jan 2003 (V) 72336 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR)
WILLIAMS BEATRICE MAYS MRS. 11 30 1931 10 17 2004 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Beatrice Mays Williams age 74, of Forrest City, died on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2004, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Williams, born Nov. 30, 1931, in Forrest City, and was a retired nurse at Crestpark Nursing Home. She is survived by eight daughters, Florine Jackson House, Gloria Dean Jones and Barbara Walls, all of Forrest City; Lucy Mae Farris of Milwaukee, Wisc., Bessie Kay Bradley of Denver, Colo., Priscilla Graham and Doreen Williams, both of Madison and Marice McGhee of West Memphis; three sons, Aaron Willliams Jr. and Lonnie Williams, both of Madison and Terry Williams of Forrest City; three sisters, Eddie Lee Veasley, Dicie Tobar and Corine Williams, all of Forrest City; 36 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, at 12 p.m. at Madison Light Baptist Church with Rev. William Gay officiating. Burial will follow at CASTEEL.Published: 2006-10-24
WILLIAMS BERTHA L. MRS. WILLIAMS 6 30 1947 5 23 2006 FCTIMES
Mrs. Bertha L. Williams, age 58, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at Baptist Health Hospital in Little Rock.Mrs. Williams was the daughter of Louis Williams and Millie Horton Williams.She is survived by one daughter, Tiffine Williams of Forrest City; a son, Carl Williams of Little Rock; four sisters, Mae Catherine Harris and Yvonne Williams, both of Forrest City, Victoria Williams and Lorece Withers, both of Cleveland, Ohio; three brothers, Mike Williams of Forrest City, Verlon Williams of Rochester, N.Y., and Sylvester Williams of Cleveland, Ohio and seven grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held Friday, May 26, 2006, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. at Salem M.B. Church with Rev. F. Walker officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.
WILLIAMS BETHEL MRS. STEELE 6 3 1944 5 28 2006 FPARK
Mrs. Bethel Williams, age 61, of Widener, died Sunday, May 28, 2006, at her home.Mrs. Williams was born June 3, 1944, in Blytheville, the daughter of Henry Steele and Mary Edith Newberry Steele. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life and was a house wife.Mrs. Williams married Leonard Williams in 1967 and he survives her along with a step-daughter, Teresa Williams of Forrest City; a step-son, Steven Williams of Forrest City; two brothers, James Steele of Michigan and Walter Steele of Dyersburg, Tenn.; two sisters, Dora Smith and Ethel Adams both of Clarksville, Tenn.; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be held graveside at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2006, at Forrest Park Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
WILLIAMS BEULAH ALICE MISS UNK 6 11 1911 CITY
6-16-1911 DEATH=Birth: unknown Death: Jun. 11, 1911 Miss Beulah Williams. After Long Illness and Brave Struggle With Grim Reaper, Passes Peacefully to Her Reward. The Times has from week to week during several weeks noted the serious illness of Miss Beulah Williams, and her then condition, with sadness and still alarm, but with hope that she might yet win the brave and patient fight that she was making for her life; and even last week, we noted that her loved ones, who watched at her bedside thought her conditon improved. The supposed improvement was but the sweetness of her hope of heaven when it was revealed to her mind, June 11th, 1911, the pure soul left its earthly habitation of clay, and winged its flight to its Maker on high. And there was rejoicing in heaven. Miss Beulah Williams was a sister of Messrs. James W., of Wynne, and Elmer, of Washington state, and of Mesdames Fondren and O. E. Hambleton, of this city, and Rose West, of Felton. She was born near Union Springs, Alabama, and came to this county with others of her family many years ago. Of late years she has made her home at Wynne, with her brother Mr. Jas. W. Williams, and for several years was a in the millinery department and bookeeper of his store. She was entirely devoted to her relatives and they to her, and her untimely desmise is indeed a sad bereavement to them, and to many friends with whom she had surrounded herself by her kindly disposition and sweet devotion. The funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Elder Aldexander, of Wynne, assisted by Elder Garrott, the local pastor at the Baptist church, on Monday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock, in the presence of a large congreation of relatives and friends which overflowed the building. In commenting upon her pure life and Christian character her pastor paid her glowing and deserved tribute. Friends spoke their love in generous and beautiful offering of flowers and all followed her earthly remains to the Forrest City cemetery where they were tenderly laid away to await the resurrection morn, when angels will sing: "Oh, grave where is thy victory, Oh, breath where is they sting?" and she will rise in glory everlasting. The Times feels deep and sincere sympathy for its friends, her bereaved brothers, sisters and other relatives. Her's was a lovely and lovable character, pure in every thought and deed, to whom they were deeply devoted. To them we know that our feeble pen can bring no surcease of sorrow, nor lessen their great loss one iota. We would that we could assurage their grief, or bind up their lacerated hearts, but this is divine, and God, who alone knows why it is best, says by faith we may see her again. To Him then they must go for consolation, and He will give them rest. Active Pallbearers:Capt.James Fussell/Mr.W.W.Campbell/Mr.Jno.W.Naylor/Mr.L.E.Davenport/Mr.Robert Benson/ and Mr.John W.Alderson.- Brenda Huntley Added: 3/13/2007 FORREST CITY TIMES NEWSPAPER JUN.16,1911.
WILLIAMS BRAXTON JR 6 6 1951 1 13 2002 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. Braxton Williams Jr., age 50, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan. 13, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Forrest City.Mr. Williams, born June 6, 1951, in Forrest City, was the son of Braxton Williams and Octavia Nesbitt Williams.He is survived by two daughters, Sharonda Williams of Forrest City and Yolanda Williams of Little Rock; three sons, Cedric Williams of Conway, Fredrick Williams of Jonesboro and Braxton Williams III; 12 sisters, Clarin Williams of Fresno, Calif., Christine Smith, Arnetta Johnson, Marilyn Hamilton, Denetta Williams and Rhonda Brown all of Forrest City, Lucilla Bell, Venecia Williams and Albert Walker, all of Kansas City, Mo., Caffier Curtis of St. Louis, Mo., Pearlie Crain of Indiana and Everlyn McFarland of Oceanside, Calif. and four grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be Friday, Jan. 18, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002, at 1 p.m. at the Church of God with Elder James Jennings officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WILLIAMS CARLINE MRS. PRICE 12 29 1911 11 26 2003 CASTEEL
Mrs. Carline Price Williams, age 91, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Williams, born Dec. 29, 1911, in Haynes, was the daughter of Patrick Price and Cornelia Patton-Price. Mrs. Williams was a homemaker, a Baptist by faith and was a member of Beth Salem Baptist Church.Mrs. Williams is survived by two sons, Elton Williams Jr., of Barton and Edward Williams of Alorton, Ill.; five daughters, Cornelia Durham of Memphis, Tenn., Ernestine Williams Hunter of Bolinabrook, Ill., Christine Wyatt of Bellwood, Ill., Earline Smith of Jonesboro, and Arline Williams Mobley of Forrest City; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Williams will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, 2003, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003, at 1 p.m. at Beth Salem with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. PER SSDI:CARLINE WILLIAMS 29 Dec 1911 01 Nov 2003 (V) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR)
WILLIAMS CASTELLA MRS. 5 12 1916 12 31 2000 CASTEEL
Mrs. Castella Williams, age 84, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Dec. 31, 2000, at Methodist Hospital Central in Memphis.Mrs. Williams was born May 12, 1916, in Indianola, Miss. She was a retired farmer.Mrs. Williams is survived by nine sons, Dunbar Williams, of Detroit, Mich., Leodis Williams, of Forrest City, Herman Williams, Eugene Williams, Howard Williams, Cornelius Williams, all of Chicago, Ill., Leonard Williams, Elisie Williams, Timothy Williams, all of Little Rock; five daughters, Catherine Smith, of Memphis, Stella Howard, of Chicago, Ill., Deloris Stewart, of Little Rock, Lola Hall, Sadie White, both of Cleveland, Ohio; 34 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.Visitation services for Mrs. Williams will be Friday, Jan. 5, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Salem Baptist Church, with the Rev. Felix Duckworth officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemtery. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements
WILLIAMS CECIL ALBERT 11 15 1925 1 11 1998 BELL NATIVE USARMY-WWII
Mr. Williams was born in Palestine, Arkansas, the son of Omar Williams and Lula Bell (Lee) Williams. He was a machine operator, a member of the Church of Christ and a US Army veteran of World War II.He is survived by his wife: Pauline Childers Williams; three sons: Allen Williams, Vernon Williams and Tommy Williams; two daughters: Peggy Ann Devasier and Eva Tilley; two step-sons: Giles Childers and Don Childers; one step-daughter: Betty Holt; five brothers: James H. Williams, John C. "Bud" Williams, Omar Williams Jr., Jack Williams and Jerry Williams; two sisters: Lela Bell Harper and Dorothy Walker; nine grandchildren and 15 step-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife: Peggy (Mathis) Williams.
WILLIAMS CHARLES F. 1894 4 28 1912 CITY
5-3-1912 DEATH OF CHARLEY WILLIAMS=Charley Williams died at the home of his mother, Mrs.Julia Williams in Arkadelphia, where he was a student in the high school, Sunday afternoon, Apr.28,l912, after a long and painful illness of typhoid fever. The remains were prepared for burial in Arkadelphia, and funeral services held at the First Baptist Church, Rev.H.L.Winburn, officiating. The remaine were then shipped to Forrest City and conveyed to the residence of Mrs.Kate Ferguson, aunt of the deceased, where they remained until the interment in the Forrest City cemetery, Rev.Geo.H.Kirker of the Presbyterian church presiding on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased was 19 years of age, had been born here and was a son of Mrs.Julia Williams, formerly of this city. He is survived by his mother, two brothers, Mr. Roger Williams and Mr.Allmath Williams, two sisters, Miss Julia Williams and Miss Vivian Williams, all of Arkadelphia.
WILLIAMS CHARLEY LOUIS 12 20 1931 11 7 2007 CASTEEL NATIVE VET-KOREA
Mr. Charley Louis "Mike" Williams, age 75, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital. Mr. Williams was born Dec. 20, 1931, in Forrest City. He was a painter at Yale Hoist and a veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Corine Williams of Forrest City; nine daughters, Viann Sanders of Flint, Mich., Tella McFadden of Eudora, Carolyn Williams, Niyosha Williams and Lesley Green all of Forrest City, Millicent Williams and Annie Kinsey, both of San Antonio, Texas, Angela Mays of Stockton, Calif., and Faye Gaines of Marianna. He is also survived by two brothers, Verlon Williams of Rochester, N.Y. and Sylvester Williams of Cleveland, Ohio; four sisters, Lorece Withers and Vickie Williams both of Cleveland, Ohio and Mae Catherine Harris and Yvonne Williams both of Forrest City; 20 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, Nov. 16, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the United Christin M.B. Church with Rev. William Gay officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.Published: 2007-11-15
WILLIAMS CHESTER 8 29 1925 4 3 2003 BELL NATIVE
Mr. Chester "Sonnie" Williams, age 77, of Forrest City, died Thursday, April 3, 2003, at his home.Mr. Williams, formerly of Palestine, was born Aug. 29, 1925, in Palestine and was the son of Chester Williams and Ruth Austa Gamble Williams.Visitation services for Mr. Williams will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 6, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. at Bell Cemetery in Palestine.
WILLIAMS DAISY UNK 9 1905 UNKNOWN
The Forrest City Times. Sept. 15, 1905. A Frightful Tragedy. Sam Burroughs, a furniture salesman, shot and killed Daisy Williams and seriously injured William Elder of Jonesboro a few days ago. After shooting the other two Burroughs turned the pistol on himself, blowing his brains out. When the shooting took place no one else was present and the immediate causes of the crime are not known. Burroughs had been drinking heavily and this is supposed to be the foundation of the terrible affair. Attentions to the WilliamsWomen by other men had aroused Burroughs anger, but he and Elder were supposed to be on friendly terms. The shooting and suicide are undoubtedly due to temporary insanity caused by excessive drinking.
WILLIAMS DELIA LOUISE MRS. CROWE 9 5 1915 9 15 2000 BELL
Mrs. Delia Louise Williams, age 85, of Palestine, died on Friday Sept. 15, 2000. Mrs. Williams was born on Sept. 5, 1915, in Fordsville, Ky. She was the daughter of Samuel Crowe and Helen Attola Hedden Crowe. She lived in Palestine most of her life. She was a housewife and a member of the Palestine Church of Christ. Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband, Alfred Williams, two daughters, Sharon Kay Haynes and Vickie Lynn Hawk; one son, Dale Williams; one brother, Hardin Crowe; one sister, Beatrice Halbert, all of Palestine. She is also survived by six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Palestine Church of Christ on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2000, at 3 p.m., with Bro. Jerry Bates officiating. Burial followed at Bell Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
WILLIAMS DONALD TATE 7 22 1928 9 19 2008 FPARK NATIVE
Mr. Donald Tate Williams age 80, formerly of Heber Springs, Arkansas died September 19, 2008 at home with his family in Columbia, Tennessee. Mr. Williams was born July 22, 1928 in Widener, Arkansas. He was the son of John Gladys Williams and Mary Elizabet
WILLIAMS DOROTHY MRS. SMITH 6 18 1926 11 27 2005 SHADY GROVE
FORREST CITY -- Dorothy Jean Smith Williams, 79, of FORREST CITY died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2005.Survivors include one son, Ronald Harris; one daughter, Betty Raye Smith; three brothers, George Smith, Jimmy Smith and Eddie Smith; five sisters, Lorene James, Sally Westbrook, Kathryn Olttmann, Grace Cruthis and Carnell Wolfe; one stepson, Paul Williams; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one sister, Thelma Reynolds, and one brother, Frank Smith. Services will be at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m. today, with burial in SHADY GROVE in Clarendon.
WILLIAMS EARLIE 2 4 1917 7 14 2000 CASTEEL NATIVE USARMY
Mr. Earlie Williams, 83, of Forrest City, died Friday, July 14, 2000, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Williams was born Feb. 4, 1917, in Forrest City, to George Williams and Rosie L. Williams. Mr. Williams was a veteran of the Army and a retired farmer. He is survived by his wife, Essie Lee Williams, of Forrest City; four sons, Kenneth Williams, of Flint, Mich., David Williams, of Little Rock, Sterling Williams, of San Jose, Calif., and Albert Burnside, of Ohio; one daughter, Murla Sloan, of Jackson, Tenn.; two brothers, Leroy Williams and Floyd Williams, both of Forrest City; three sisters, Lola Johnson and Dollie Bonner, both of Forrest City, Ruby Jones, of St. Louis, Mo.; 48 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, July 21, 2000, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home Services will be Saturday, July 22, 2000, at Taylor's Chapel CME Church at 1 p.m. officiated by Rev. Jesse Brown. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home
WILLIAMS ELNORA MRS. 9 8 1918 4 17 2007 PARADISE GARDENS NATIVE
Mrs. Elnora Williams, age 88, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Williams was born Sept. 8, 1918, in Caldwell. She was a retired house worker and is survived by two daughters, Denise Williams of Forrest City and Sarah Miller of St. Louis, Mo.; a son, Frank Williams of St. Louis, Mo.; a sister, Rubie Lee Hudson of Leavenworth, Kan.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, beginning at 11 a.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Burial will follow at PARADISE GARDENS. Published: 2007-04-23
WILLIAMS ELTON SR 2 21 1911 1 12 2002 CASTEEL
Mr. Elton Williams, Sr., age 90, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at his homeMr. Williams was a retired farmer and a member of Beth Salem M.B. Church..He is survived by his wife, Carline Williams; five daughters, Cornelia Datham of Memphis; Ernastine Hunter of Bollingbrook, Ill., Christine Wyett of Bellwood, Ill., Earline Smith of Jonesboro and Arline Mobley of Forrest City; two sons, Elton Williams, Jr., of Barton and Edward Williams of Alarton, Ill.; two sisters, Mary Lee Kennedy of Forrest City and Mary Watkins Jones of Memphis; four brothers, Ceroy, Eddie Lee, James and Joe Watkins, all of Memphis; 15 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held Friday, Jan. 18, 2002, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Kennedy Chapel Funeral Home in Forrest City. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002, at 1 p.m., at Beth Salem M.B. Church, with Rev. Vernon Faulkner officiating the service. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home
WILLIAMS EMMA L. MRS. 2 17 1912 8 21 2001 CASTEEL
Mrs. Emma L. Williams, age 89, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mrs. Williams, a retired funeral director, was a member of Christ Episcopal Church. She is survived by two sisters, Minnie Warren and Charlean Carr, both of Forrest City and a brother, Frank Shaw Jr., of Forrest City. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held Friday, Aug. 24, 2001, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church with Bishop Tom Newman officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS ERIC 12 24 1985 10 9 2008 OAK GROVE
GateHouse News ServiceThu Oct 23, 2008, Helena-West Helena, Ark. - Funeral services for Eric Williams, 22, of Bossier City, La., formerly of Helena will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008 in the Robert Lee Brown Memorial Chapel of Brown's Home for Funerals Inc. in Helena with Rev. Jarvis Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Helena-West Helena. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. tonight at the Robert Lee Brown Memorial Chapel.Williams, born Dec. 24, 1985 in Helena to Ranato Williams and Richard Hatch, died Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008 in Bossier City, La.His grandmother, Quinella Williams-Mitchell, great grandfather, Phillip Payne and great-grandmother Annie L. Williams preceded him in death.He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Ranato Williams of Helena; his father, Richard Hatch of Washington, D.C.; his grandfather, Billie Williams of Helena; his great grandmothers, Claudine Payne and Carrie Williams, both of Helena; his great grandfather, Willie Williams of Helena; his brother, Charles West Jr., of Bossier City, La.; his stepfather, Charles West Sr. of Bossier City, La.; three aunts; five uncles; and a host of great aunts, great uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.Brown's Home for Funerals will direct services.
WILLIAMS ETHEL MRS. 8 18 1918 12 29 2000 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Ethel Williams, age 82, of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2000, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Williams was born on Aug. 18, 1918, in Forrest City. She was the daughter of Eddie Williams and Blanch Adams Williams.She is survived by a son, Roy Burkes, of Madison; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held Friday, Jan. 5, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 6, 2001, at 12 p.m., at the United Christian M.B. Church, with the Rev. Leroy Lacey officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL, under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WILLIAMS FLOY A. MRS. 2 6 1901 9 2 1968 JOHNSON
Sept 2, 1968 Mrs. Williams Services Set In Wheatley Funeral services for Mrs. Floy A. Williams, 67, of Wheatley, who died Monday at the BaptistHospital in Memphis will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Wheatley Methodist Church. Services will be conducted by Rev. Ray Edwards with burial to follow in the Johnson CemeteryThere, Wylie-Fowler Funeral Home of Brinkley in charge. Mrs. Williams was a retired teacher and a Methodist. Survivors include her husband, A. H. Williams of Wheatley; a son, A. H. Williams Jr. of Wheatley; two Daughters, Mrs. Tom Melton of Athens, Tenn., and Mrs. Louis Engle of Heber Springs; a brother,H. V. Sorrels of Brinkley; a sister, Mrs. Bess Oehlschlager of Wheatley; and five grandchildren.
WILLIAMS FLOYD SR 2 10 1922 11 10 2003 CASTEEL
Mr. Floyd "Chuck" Williams Sr., age 81, of Forrest City, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at his home.Mr. Williams was born Feb. 10, 1922, the son of George and Rosie Williams. He was a member of Taylor's Chapel CME Church where he served on the usher board.Mr. Williams married Maxine Smith in 1947, and she survives him along with three sons, Floyd Williams of Brinkley, Charles Williams of Forrest City, Leonard Williams of Hot Springs; a daughter, Cassie Lewis of Forrest City; one brother, Leroy Williams of Forrest City; two sisters, Lola Johnson and Ruby Jones both of St. Louis, Mo.; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.Family hour for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Taylor's Chapel CME Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Taylor's Chapel CME Church. Mr. Williams will lie in state from 9 to 11 a.m. before the service. Burial will follow in CASTEEL. The McNeal Funeral Home in Brinkley is in charge of all arrangements-PER SSDI:FLOYD WILLIAMS 10 Feb 1924 10 Nov 2003 (V) 72335 (Forrest City, Saint Francis, AR)
WILLIAMS FRANCE M. MRS FAVOR 4 9 1962 1 4 2009 CLARK
Mrs. France M. Williams, age 46, of Forrest City, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Williams was born April 9, 1962, in Forrest City and was the daughter of Dave Favor and Elise Hill Favor. She is survived by a son, Richard Champ Jr., of Little Rock. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, from noon to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at Clark Cemetery with Elder Linda Driver officiating.Published: 2009-01-08
WILLIAMS FRANKLIN DUJUAN 9 11 1961 11 24 2001 NETTLETON
Franklin DeJuan Williams of Hampton, Va., died Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001, at his home. He was 40.Mr. Williams was born Sept. 11, 1961, in Trumann, the son of Franklin Williams and Betty Richardson Williams. Formerly of Forrest City, he was a construction worker and a Baptist.He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Lea Bokker Williams; a daughter, Misty Marie Williams of the home; his parents, Franklin Williams and Betty Williams of Forrest City, three brothers, Mark Williams and Greg Williams, both of Forrest City and Doug Williams of Haynes; and his grandfather, Raymond Williams of Trumann.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, 2001, with Rev. Gary Chapman officiating. Burial will be in Nettleton Cemetery in Jonesboro under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home
WILLIAMS GEORGE REV. 5 19 1919 3 6 2001 PARADISE GARDENS VET
Rev. George Williams, age 81, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, March 6, 2001, at Veterans Medical Center in Memphis. Rev. Williams, born May 19, 1919, in Des Arc, was the son of John Williams and Luiza Hayes Williams. Rev. Williams was the pastor of Christ Temple Church of God in Christ in Helena. Rev. Williams is survived by his wife, Vernice Williams of Forrest City; two step-daughters, Vernita Wright and Patricia Turner, both of Forrest City; two step-sons, Edward Sparks and Casey Sparks, both of Forrest City; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Rev. Williams will be Friday, March 9, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Rev. Williams will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2001, at noon at Days Temple Church of God in Christ in Forrest City with Bishop L.T. Walker officiating. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS in Edmondson with Woodhouse Mortuary in charge of the arrangements.
WILLIAMS GEORGE UNK 9 6 1895 CITY
Geo.Williams died Friday of malarial hematuria, at his home in Franks township, and was buried Saturday in the Forrest City Cemetery. Mr.& Mrs.J.W.Williams of Wynne attended the funeral. The deceased leaves a wife and five children.9-13-1895
WILLIAMS HERBERT 5 5 1928 5 15 2003 SHILOH
WYNNE -Herbert Charles "A.C." Williams, 75, of Wynne, died Thursday, May 15, 2003 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. He was a retired farm laborer for Meyers Farms. Survivors include three sons, Thomas Williams of Kansas City, Mo., John A. Jones of Wynne and Arthur L. Williams of FORREST CITY; seven daughters, Dorothy Jean Williams of Kansas City, Barbara Jean Williams of Irvine, Calif., Debra Sowell of Natchez, La., and Patricia Seals, Clara Thompson, Christine Wade and Stephanie Salaney, all of Wynne; three sisters, May Williams, Evana Lee Williams and Willie B. Manis, all of Wynne; six brothers, Ned Williams, James Williams, Roosevelt Williams, Curtis Williams, Charles Wren and Tommie T. Williams, all of Wynne; 40 grandchildren; and 38 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. James MB Church, with Cortez Stegall officiating. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery at Colt under the direction of Woodard Funeral Service of Wynne.
WILLIAMS JAMES L. 9 4 1898 12 24 1972 FPARK VET-WWI
Birth: Sep. 4, 1898 Death: Dec. 24, 1972 James L. Williams, 74, a resident of Hughes died here at Forrest Memorial Hospital Sunday evening at 6:15 p.m. He had been ill the past three weeks and in the hospital all that time. Mr. Williams was the son of Laura Jones Williams and Jim Williams. He was born in Lee County September 4, 1898, and had spent most of his life in Lee and St. Francis counties. Mr. Williams had lived the past six years at Hughes.He was a member of the Shell Lake Baptist Church, was a retired blacksmith and a veteran of World War I.Funeral services by Rev. Floyd Cowan Jr., will be held at Stevens Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 28, and burial will follow here in Forrest Park Cemetery.He leaves his wife, Mrs. Susie Hickman Williams, who he married in 1940; one daughter, Mrs. Bernice Davis of Pine Bluff; two step-sons, Robert Bickerstaff of North Little Rock and Carl Bickerstaff of Hughes; one step-daughter, Mrs. Frances Pistel of Orlando, Fla.; three brothers, Ray Williams of West Helena, Gene Williams of Helena and Orba Wiliams of Howell, Mich.; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
WILLIAMS JAMES W. SR. unk 7 5 1901 FCTIMES
7-5-1901 Mr.J.W.Williams, Sr., a prominent citizen of this county died this morning, July 5,1901, at his home in Franks township. He is the father of Messrs.J.W.and Elmer Williams of Wynne.
WILLIAMS JEANETTE MS. 10 29 1963 2005 WARD CHAPEL
Ms. Jeanette Williams, age 47, of Little Rock and formerly of Forrest City, died earlier this week.Ms. Williams was the daughter of Fannie B. Lewellen and Jimmy Lee Williams. She is survived by her mother of Forrest City; a daughter, LaQuita Cross of Little Rock and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her father.Funeral services for Ms. Williams will be held on Monday, June 27, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Ward Chapel AME Church in Little Rock.B.OCT.28,1963, DATE FROM BOOK
WILLIAMS JEFF DAVIS 1849 2 10 1897 FCTIMES
A sad sequel to man's weakness and proneness to evil was shown in the death of Jeff Davis Williams, who died in a cell in the county jail at an early hour Wednesday morning, Feb.10,1897. Some time during the early fall Williams misappropriated some mortgaged cotton and left the county. He was arrested, tried, and plead guilty. He then went on a starvation diet instead of going to the penitentiary. He was a man of about 40 years of age, with a family, who lives in Johnson Township in their little home down on the farm.2-12-1897
WILLIAMS JIM UNK 11 27 1911 FCTIMES
12-1-1911 DEATH=GOODWIN TIMES=Mr.Jim Williams died at the home of Mrs.E.N.Brown, Monday morning, Nov.27,1911. of hemmorhage of lungs.
WILLIAMS JIMMY L. SR. 8 18 1941 4 30 2004 HAVEN REST
Mr. Jimmy L. Williams Sr., age 62, of Brinkley, died Friday, April 30, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mr. Williams was born Aug. 18, 1941, in Marvell, the son of John Henry Williams and Mittie V. Stewart Williams Jackson. He worked for the Forrest City School System for many years and was a coach for 25 years and a teacher for 38 years, teaching in the Hughes, Palestine, Wheatley and Forrest City school systems. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of the Arkansas Activities Association, Tri-County Alumni Association, the AM&N/UAPB Alumni Association, Forrest City Classroom Teachers Association, Arkansas Education Association and the National Education Association. Mr. Williams also served as a member and senior deacon for the Mount of Olive Ministries in Brinkley.Mr. Williams is survived by his wife of 39 years, Shirley A. Williams of Brinkley; a son, Jimmy Williams Jr. of North Little Rock; a daughter, Latonya W. Jackson of Atlanta, Ga.; two brothers, Herbert Williams of Brinkley and Alton Williams of Little Rock; one granddaughter and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a step-father, R.L. Jackson.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Branscumb Chapel in Brinkley. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Mount Olive Ministries in Brinkley with Rev. Oscar M. Conyears officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Rest Cemetery in Brinkley. The Branscumb Johnson and Gilchrest Funeral Home in Brinkley is in charge of all arangements.
WILLIAMS JIMMY PEARL 10 15 1957 12 18 2005 FORREST CITY
Mr. Jimmy Pearl Williams, age 48, of Tupelo, Miss., died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2005, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Miss.Mr. Williams was born Oct. 15, 1957, in Hope. He was an assistant superintendent with the Tupelo Public School District and is survived by his wife Elnora Williams of Tupelo, Miss.; two sons, Jimmy P. Williams II and Justin B. Williams both of Tupelo, Miss.; a daughter, Jenecy D. Williams of Batesville, Tenn.; and a brother, David Williams of Hope.Funeral services for Mr. Williams will be held on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Tupelo Civic Auditorium in Tupelo, Miss. with Rev. Robert Jamison officiating. Burial will be held on Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, in Forrest City Cemetery. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
WILLIAMS JOHN W. 1827 6 8 1903 CITY
Death of John W.Williams-John W.Williams died Monday, June 8,1903, and was buried the same day at the Forrest City cemetery, under the auspices of the Masonic order. Mr.Williams was the father of Mrs.Mooneyham, at whose residence he was tenderly cared for in his last illnesses by relatives and friends. He was 76 years of age, and formerly worked at the blacksmith trade in this city. He resided abroad when taken sick, and came to his daughter's home here. Rev.Dyer and Elder Hall conducted the religious ceremonies. Mrs.Williams left Tuesday evening for Marvell, Arkansas, where she will reside. We extend sincere sympathies to the family in their bereavement. 6-12-1903
WILLIAMS JOHN UNK 8 29 1904 UNKNOWN
John Williams, Negro Ex-Convict and desparado, shot to death City Marshall W.W.Rainbolt, and Chief Deputy William Murphree on last Saturday about 6:45 o'clock pm., Aug.29,1904. Williams body was riddled with bullets from revolvers of Swan, Rainbolt, and Murphree, also killing him. John Williams had lived on the Louis Pugh place south of town, and Mr.Pugh told him to leave after he had terrorized other negroes with a pistol. He reported the same to Deputy Swan when he came to town Saturday, and he notified the other offficers in town. The story is long and detailed, but essentially they attempted to arrest Williams, and the gun battle ensued. 9-2-1904
WILLIAMS JOHN 1870 12 26 1902 UNKNOWN
KILLING AT WHITMOREL-At a dance in a dive in Whitmore last Saturday night, Dec.26,1902, John Williams, single, about 32 years of age began tormenting Charley Humphreys, married about the same age, in the presence of Humphries wife, said that "he owed him monepay me what you owe me", and cursing. Humphreys tried to avoid him by going to another room, but Williams persisted. When Humphreys picked up a shotgun, and ordered Williams to stop cursing in front of his wife, the gun went off killing Williams imediately. Sheriff McKnight and his trusty assistant, R.K.Swan, repaired to the scene at once, but Humphreys could not be apprehended. However, upon investigation, was shown that Humphreys' gun was brought to him from his home by his wife shortly before the tragedy occurred, to shoot a mad dog. 1-2-1903
WILLIAMS KALI A. 5 24 1996 2 20 2009 CASTEEL
Ms. Kali A. Williams, age 12, of Madison, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2009, at her home. Ms. Williams was born May 24, 1996, in Forrest City, the daughter of Toinette Mills and Terry Williams. She was a member of the Madison First Baptist Church. She is survived by her mother and father; three sisters, LaTasha Mills, Erin Funches and Mariaha Williams; two brothers, Myron Simmons and Christopher Simmons; a grandmother, Charlene Thompson; a great-grandmother Bertha Mills and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a great-grandfather, Allen Mills; a sister, Kerria M. Williams and a brother, Michael T. Williams. Funeral services for Ms. Williams were held on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Riverside M.B. Church in Widener. Burial followed in Casteel Cemetery. People's Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-03-05
WILLIAMS KERRIA M. 1 2 1999 2 20 2009 CASTEEL
Ms. Kerria M. Williams, age 10, of Madison, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2009, at her home. Ms. Williams was born Jan. 2, 1999, in Forrest City, the daughter of Toinette Mills and Terry Williams. She was a member of the Madison First Baptist Church. She is survived by her mother and father; three sisters, LaTasha Mills, Erin Funches and Mariaha Williams; two brothers, Myron Simmons and Christopher Simmons; a grandmother, Charlene Thompson; a great-grandmother Bertha Mills and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a great-grandfather, Allen Mills; a sister, Kali A. Williams and a brother, Michael T. Williams. Funeral services for Ms. Williams were held on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Riverside M.B. Church in Widener. Burial followed in Casteel Cemetery. People's Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-03-05
WILLIAMS LARRY L. 10 30 1960 3 29 2006 GOODWIN NATIVE
Mr. Larry Williams, age 45, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 29, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center.Mr. Williams was born Oct. 30, 1960, in Goodwin and was the son of Henry Williams and Ophelia Hicks Williams. He worked for the City of Forrest City Solid Waste Department for 12 years.Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Lena Bowman Williams of Milwaukee, Wisc.; seven daughters, Taylor Jones of Jonesboro, LaKeysha Williams of Kansas City, Mo., ArLarkah Greer, Awbarrah Bowman, Shemlian Bowman, Dwila Rivers and Avis Stringfellow, all of Milwaukee, Wisc.; three sons, Dwight Rivers, DeShireco Rivers and Denzel Rivers, all of Milwaukee, Wisc., and four grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, April 7, 2006, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary with Elder Oliver Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Goodwin Memorial Cemetery.
WILLIAMS LAURA ELOISE MRS PAYNE 6 20 1926 11 2008 MEMORIAL
Mrs. Laura Eloise Payne Williams - Mrs. Williams was born June 20, 1926 in LaGrange, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Richard Leo Payne and Charlotte Eloise Bryant Williams. Mrs. Williams was a retired teacher and journalist. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Marianna. Mrs. Williams married Marlen James Williams in 1953 and he preceded her in death in 2001. She is survived by a son Jack Williams of Tucson, Arizona; two daughters, Tambrey Carnes and Karon Fryer both of Marianna; a sister, Ila Jean Brown of Marianna; a brother, Joel Payne of Jackson, Tennessee. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A MEMORIAL will be held at a later date. Visit online registry book at stevensfuneralhome.net. Under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home
WILLIAMS LAWRENCE F. 1 19 1905 9 19 1905 HUGHES
We regret exceedingly to learn of the death of one of the twin babies, Lawrence F., of Mr.& Mrs.L.F.Williams, of Colt, which sad event occurred on Tuesday of last week, Sep.26,1905. The precious remains were interred in the Hughes cemetery on the following day. The boy was named Lawrence F. and Norvella M. respectively. when we took pictures during the summer fot the Art Souvenir. 10-6-1905
WILLIAMS LAWRENCE F. 6 14 1861 6 3 1907 HUGHES
The Forrest City Times. June 7, 1907. Death of Lawrence Williams. Many friends in this city and throughout the county were distressed to learn that Mr. Lawrence Williams, a leading merchant of Colt, and well known and highly respected throughout the county, died Sunday, June 2, 1907. His death occurred at his home Sunday night from congestion, and the remains were interred in the Hughes cemetery Tuesday, in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. He was 46 years of age, and leaves his wife and five children, all girls, four of whom are quite small, besides numerous other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his death. He was one of Colt's best and most enterprising citizens, and was foremost in all public and religious enterprises. He was a devoted husband, a kind and indulgent father, and a thoughtful and unselfish neighbor, who will be sadly missed. The Times knew him very well, and regrets his death exceedingly. Messrs. Edgar and J. P. Taylor, of Little Rock, brothers of Mrs. Williams, came over to attend the funeral and assist their relatives in their sad duties to the departed husband and father.- Brenda Huntley Added: 4/9/2007
WILLIAMS LESLIE 5 1 1947 1 29 2001 FORREST CITY USARMY
Mr. Leslie Williams, age 53, of Forrest City, died Monday, Jan. 29, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. Mr. Williams was born May 1, 1947, in Tillatoba, Miss., the son of Ruthie Bradford. He was the director of Counseling Services of Eastern Arkansas, and he was also a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn C. Williams of Forrest City; two sons, Jason Williams and Justen Williams, both of Forrest City; his mother; six brothers, L. C. Poole of Hayward, Calif., Joe Williams of Forrest City, John Williams and Glen Williams, both of Memphis, Charles Williams of San Francisco and Huley Williams of Charleston, Miss.; seven sisters, Cleotha Flowers and Lizzie Matherson, both of Milwaukee, Wis., Girdine Smith of Charleston, Miss., Christine Dumas of Riverdale, Ill., Essie Bland of Chicago, Ill., and Bessie Reed and Winnie Mae Johnson, both of Memphis and one grandchild. Funeral services for Mr. Williams will be Friday, Feb. 2, 2001, at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Rev. Ronald Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS LONNIE 7 30 1948 1 3 2003 FCTIMES
Mr. Lonnie Williams, of Forrest City, BORN JUL.30,1948, died Friday, Jan. 3, 2003, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City. He is survived by two sisters, Jennette Williams of Grand Rapids, Mich. and Jerldine White of Indianapolis, Ind., and one brother, Louis Everett of Forrest City.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2003, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Days Temple Church of God in Christ in Forrest City. Funeral services will follow at the church with burial in Forrest City Cemetery.
WILLIAMS LOREAN MRS SOMLAR 10 1 1931 10 14 2008 OAK GROVE
GateHouse News ServiceThu Oct 16, 2008, Helena-West Helena, Ark. - Funeral services for Lorean Somlar-Williams, 79, of Helena will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008 at the Zion Hill M.B. Church in Helena with the Rev. Leroy Harper officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove No.3 Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 in the Robert Lee Brown Memorial Chapel.Williams was born Oct. 1, 1931 in Marianna to Jerry and Juanita Somlar. She departed this life on Oct. 14, 2008 at Helena Regional Medical Center.Williams was employed at NuWay Cleaners for 35 years.Williams accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church. She remained a faithful member until her health failed.Lorean married Sandy Williams who preceded her in death. To this union six children were born. Three of who preceded her in death, Dorothy Lofton, Sandy Williams Jr. and Evelyn Williams.She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Virginia (Elton) Thomas and Sandra (Joel) Blue; a son, Sandy Williams Jr., all of Helena-West Helena; a brother, Arnell (Earlene) Somlar; a son-in-law, Walter Lofton; two sisters-in-law, Mary T. Johnson and Virginia Mitchell; a brother-in-law, Leroy Coleman of Chicago; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Brown's Home for funerals will direct services.
WILLIAMS LUCINDA MRS. 2 11 1822 11 24 1899 CITY
Mrs.J.W.Williams Dead-Mrs.Lucinda Williams, wife of Mr.J.W.Williams, Sr., of St.Francis County died at the home of her son, Mr.James W.Williams, Jr. at this place, 10:30 am this morning, Nov.24,1899. Mrs.Williams came up from her home in St.Francis county two weeks ago last Sunday to visit her son, James, Jr. and on the following Friday, Nov.3rd was stricken with paralysis. The best of medical attention was called in, but her malady was beyond the reach of human skill. The relatives and friends waited and watched by her for the end; it being apparent for the last few days that dissolution had set in. Thus has been called away, after life's toils and battles, a good Christian woman whose life should be emulated by all. Mrs.Williams was born in Talbert County, Ga. on Feb.11,1822, and was married to James Williams in 1841 in the state of Alabama. The offspring of this marriage were George Williams, deceased; Elizabeth, the wife of Mr.West of Marianna;Fannie, wife of O.E.Hambleton, of St.Francis county;Willela, wife of Mr.Fondren, of Forrest City;Miss Reuta, of St.Francis County; James W. and R.E.Williams of this city. Mrs.Williams was a consistent member of the Baptist church since childhood and her beautiful life was an example of her many christian virtues. Loved and respected by all who knew her. The relatives and friends have the full sympathy of the citizens of Wynne in their irreparable loss of wife and mother. Her remains will be interred in the Forrest City Cemetery at Forrest City tomorrow, and the Rev.Paslay will officiate. Cross County News. FORREST CITY TIMES 11-24-1899
WILLIAMS LURA MISS 1881 9 2 1898 CITY
FORREST CITY TIMES 9-9-1898 Death of Miss Williams-Miss Lura Williams, second daughter of Mr.& Mrs.George Williams, died at Palestine, last Friday, Sep.2,1898. Deceased was about 17 years of age, and a consistent member of the Baptist church. She possessed all the qualitifications requisite to amiability and attactiveness, was the light of the home, and added joy to her large circle of friends. Her loss will be sadly felt in the home, church and social circle. The remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery, a large number of friends attending the burial, all of whom offer their sympathy and condolence to the family.
WILLIAMS MABEL MISS 1892 10 16 1899 CITY
FORREST CITY TIMES-10-20-1899 Death of Mabel Williams-Mabel Williams, the sweet little 7 year old daughter of Mrs.Mattie Williams, of Palestine, died Monday, Oct.16,1899, of congestion, and the remains were brought to the this city and interred in the Forrest City Cemetery Tuesday. Quite a number of friends of the family came with the remains to pay their last respects to their little friend. She was a lovely child, and her death is a sad affliction to her devoted mother and other relatives, to whom the Times extends its sincere sympathy.
WILLIAMS MARLEN JAMES 11 24 1922 11 16 2001 MEMORIAL VET-WWII
Mr. Marlen James Williams, age 78, of Marianna, died Friday, Nov. 16, 2001, at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Williams was born Nov. 24, 1922, in Redfield, and was the son of Archie Chester Williams and Bessie Clark Williams. He was an educator, having been a coach, a teacher and a principal. Mr Williams had also been a veteran of World War II, a member of the American Legion, AEA, NEA, Methodist Men. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Marianna. Mr. Williams was married to Eloise Payne Williams in 1953, and she survives him, along with one son, Jack Williams of Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Karon Clark Fryer and Tambrey Shannahan, both of Marianna; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A MEMORIAL was held for Mr. Williams today, Monday, Nov. 19, 2001, at 2 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Marianna, with Rev. Bennie officiating the service, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS MATTIE or MITTIE MRS. 1842 6 17 1906 HUGHES
Death of Mrs.Williams=Mrs.Mattie Williams, wife of our esteemed friend, Mr.N.G.Williams, of Colt, died at her home Sunday night, at midnight, June 17,1906, of cholera morbus. In the 64th year of her age. She was sick only 23 hours, having taken ill Saturday at 1 am Sunday. The precious remains were taken to the Hughes graveyard and interred the following day, Rev.P.G.May performing the ceremonies, of the Methodist church. 6-22-1906
WILLIAMS MAXINE MRS. SMITH 12 4 1930 12 28 2007 UNKNOWN NATIVE
Mrs. Maxine Williams, age 77, of Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, at University Hospital in Little Rock. Mrs. Williams was born Dec. 4, 1930, in Forrest City, the daughter of Thomas Jeff Smith and Ocie Smith. She was employed with Forrest City Memorial Hospital, and later Baptist Memorial Hospital, for 32 years before retiring. She was a volunteer at the Food Pantry and a member of the Taylor's Chapel CME Church where she served on the stewardess board. Mrs. Williams married Floyd Williams Sr. in 1947 and he preceded her in death. She is survived by three sons, Floyd Williams of Brinkley, Charles Williams of Forrest City and Leonard Williams of Bryant; a daughter, Cassie Lewis of Forrest City; two sisters, Dorothy Williams of Forrest City and Claudine Smith of Chicago, Ill.; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held on Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Taylor's Chapel CME Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the church with Rev. Jessie Brown officiating. McNeal/Calahan Funeral Home of Brinkley is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-01-02
WILLIAMS MEDGER E. 9 23 1896 3 27 1908 FCTIMES
4-10-1908 OBITUARY=Colt, Ark.-Mar.29,1908-On the 27th of March, 1908, that dark and uncompromising Angel of Death visited the home of Mr.M.E.Williams and took therefrom its brightest and fairest jewel in the person of our little friend and schoomate, Medger E.Williams. Before we could scarcely realize that our little friend was sick, his precious body was consigned to the cold grave. But, alas, earth was not a suitable tabernacle for such a boy as this Dear Medgar, though, we will miss you greatly and oft in the solitude of life, our hearts will bleed and yearn for thy presence, yet we are willing that Heaven should have its own. Medger Williams was born Sep.23,1896 and died Mar.27,1908. Being about my own age, I believe I can truthfully say that of all my schoolmates and associates, I admired him most. He was trusted and loved by his old gray haired grandfather, Mr.N.G.Williams, Sr.. After the death of Mrs.Williams, Medgar was almost the sole companion of "Uncle Nat," and this staid old patriarch was made to sigh and tremble like the withering leaves of the forest when in the silent presence of his loved and idolized boy. Farewell dear Medgar; when my time comes to lay aside this mortal coll, will you stand upon the brink of that other shore and beckon me o'er the stormy deep. Howard Gordon Moore.
WILLIAMS MELINDA ALICE MRS TERRY 2 10 1964 10 19 2007 SUNSET MEMORIAL
Mrs. Melinda Alice Williams, 43, of Forrest City died on Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, in Forrest City. Mrs. Williams was born Feb. 10, 1964 in Hollandale, Miss., the daughter of Arthur Willie Terry and Mary Alice Wilson Terry. She is survived by her husband, Archie Williams of Helena-West Helena; two sons, Trey Williams of Forrest City and Andy Williams of Millington, Tenn.; a sister, Sheila Ball of Tunica, Miss.; two brothers, Glen Terry of Tunica, Miss. and Dan Terry of Dandridge, Tenn. She was preceded in death by her parents and by a brother, A.W. Terry. Graveside services for Mrs. Williams will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007, at 10 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park in Helena-West Helena. Brother Gary Chapman will officiate. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, Helena-West Helena, is in charge of all arrangements. Guests can sign the online guest book at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.Published: 2007-10-22
WILLIAMS MELLIE GAMELIAH 8 12 1911 6 18 2000 COGBILL
Mellie Gameliah Williams, age 88, of Forrest City, died Sunday, June 18, 2000, at Cross Ridge Hospital in Wynne. Mr. Williams was born August 12, 1911, to W. Henry Williams and Katie Arbell McGuire Williams in Hamilton, Ala. He was a retired machinist with The Mechanics in Rockford, Ill,. but had lived in St. Francis County since 1972. He was also a member of the Wynne Church of God. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his wife, Linnie Laveytia Williams; two sons, James Owell Williams and Harold Choice Williams; three brothers, Thomas Reed, Maxwell Williams and Joseph Williams; and two sisters, Artie Foltz and Versie Bussell. He is survived by two brothers, Alvin Williams, of Burlison, Tenn., and David Williams, of Waldo; a sister, Dovie Nesler, of Hickory Ridge; two grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. A graveside service for Mr. Williams will be held Tuesday, June 20, 2000, at 11 a.m. at COGBILL in Wynne with Rev. T.L. Gabbard officiating. Visitation will be Monday, June 19, 2000, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home. Kernodle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
WILLIAMS MICHAEL T. 9 27 2004 2 20 2009 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mr. Michael T. Williams, age 4, of Madison, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2009, at his home. Mr. Williams was born Sept. 27, 2004, in Forrest City, the son of Toinette Mills and Terry Williams. He was a member of the Madison First Baptist Church and is survived by his mother and father; three sisters, LaTasha Mills, Erin Funches and Mariaha Williams; two brothers, Myron Simmons and Christopher Simmons; a grandmother, Charlene Thompson; a great-grandmother Bertha Mills and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a great-grandfather, Allen Mills and two sisters, Kali A. Williams and Kerria M. Williams. Funeral services for Mr. Williams were held on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Riverside M.B. Church in Widener. Burial followed in Casteel Cemetery. People's Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2009-03-05
WILLIAMS MILDRED EILEEN MRS. HIGGINBOTTOM 9 17 1911 11 30 2005 FPARK
Next to James Williams=Mrs. Mildred Hickingbottom Williams, age 94, of Dallas, Texas, and a former long time resident of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2005.Mrs. Williams was born Sept. 17, 1911, in Phillips County, the daughter of John Cannon Hickingbottom and Allie Mae Jarrett Hickingbottom. She was retired from the Forrest City Public Schools Administration Office, was a member of the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century, the Cosmos Club and the First Baptist Church.Mrs. Williams married James E. Williams in 1942 and he preceded her in death in 2000. She is survived by a son, James E. Williams Jr. of Dallas, Texas; a sister, Mrs. Charles C. Moore of Memphis; a brother, Marion L. Hickingbottom of North Little Rock; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.A MEMORIAL for Mrs. Williams will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2005, at Stevens Funeral Home at 11 a.m.
WILLIAMS NATHANIEL G. SR. 1832 10 15 1908 FCTIMES CSA-23RD ARKANSAS
10-23-1908 LAST ROLL CALL= On Thursday, Oct.15th, 1908, at Colt, our old friend and comrade, N.G.Williams, Sr., answered the last roll call, and his spirit passed to its maker. The remains were carried to Caldwell Friday and interred. Nat Williams was 76 year of age at the time of his demise. At the beginning of the "late unpleasantness" he enlisted in the 23rd Arkansas, and bravely followed the fortunes of the "bonnie blue flag" until it was laid away in peace. The few surviving old soldiers regret the passing away of old Nat, and join the Times in sincere sympathy to those of his family left behind.
WILLIAMS OLIVER UNK 12 1910 FCTIMES
12-23-1910 News of another killing occured the later part of the week at the Graham place near Fishing Lake, when Monk Alexander and Wallace Bell, it is alleged killed Oliver Williams.
WILLIAMS OPHELIA MAE MRS. 5 12 1912 3 15 1999 FRIENDSHIP
Ophelia Mae Bailey Williams, 86, died Monday, March 15, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff. She was a resident of Lexa and a member of the Friendship M.B. Church in Rondo, where she served as a clerk, Sunday school teacher and announcer. She is survived by her daughter, Martha Bailey of Rondo; two step-children, Russell Bailey of Gary, Ind. and Betty Henderson of Rondo; two sisters; Mildred Bonds and Molline Cox, both of Chicago; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 20, at 2 p.m. at the Friendship M.B. Church in Rondo with Rev. Johnson officiating. Burial followed at the Friendship Baptist Cemetery in Rondo. Arrangements were handled by Stephens Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS ORA LEE MRS. WYMES 1 18 1922 3 22 2001 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Ora Lee Williams, age 79, of Forrest City, died Thursday, March 22, 2001, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mrs. Williams was born Jan. 18, 1922 in Forrest City. She was the daughter of Sid Wymes and Sarah Murry Wymes.Mrs. Williams is survived by two daughters, Sharon Williams of Forrest City and Mercie Rucker of St. Louis, Mo.; six sons, Jesse Phillips, Charles Phillips, both of St. Louis, Mo., John H. Phillips of Chicago, Ill., James Williams, Charlie Williams and Mozel Williams, all of Forrest City; two brothers, John Wymes of Forrest City and James Wymes of Little Rock and 30 grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be Saturday, March 24, 2001, from noon to 5 p.m. in the chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 25, 2001, at noon in the Pine Tree Church of God in Christ with Elder Verlee Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WILLIAMS PATRICK SR. 7 20 1940 7 6 2006 HOPEWELL NATIVE USARMY
Mr. Patrick Williams Sr., age 65, of Palestine, died on Thursday, July 6, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center.Mr. Williams was born July 20, 1940, in St. Francis County and was the son of Chester Williams. He lived in Palestine for most of his life and worked at Sanyo. He was a United States Army veteran and was a Baptist.In 1965 Mr. Williams married Frankie Williams and she survives him along a son, Patrick Williams, of Palestine and two grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, July 7, 2006, in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2006, at 2 p.m. in Stevens' Chapel with burial following in Hopewell Cemetery in Gill.
WILLIAMS RUFUS G. 1874 10 4 1902 CITY
Mr.R.G.Williams, died at Mud Lake Saturday, Oct.4,1902, of typhoid pneumonia, and his remains were laid to rest in the Forrest City Cemetery, Monday morning, Mr.Williams was the manager of the Mud Lake plantation, came originally from Tennessee, and leaves a wife and four children. 10-10-1902
WILLIAMS SALLIE T. MRS. WAINWRIGHT 1841 7 16 1900 Tennessee
FORREST CITY TIMES-7-20-1900 Death of Mrs.R.J.Williams-Mrs.Sallie Wainwright Williams, wife of Hon.Rufus J.Williams, died at the family residence in this city, Monday night, Jul.16,1900, at 11 p.m., at the age of 59 years, after a painful and distressing illness of nearly three weeks. The remains were prepared for burial by Messrs.Stevens Bros., funeral directors, and were lying in state during the day, Tuesday. Sorrowing friends and relatives surrounded the bereaved members of the family to console them and offer sincere sympathy, besides a large number who visited the residence during the afternoon to take a last sorrowing look at the beloved features of the dead and pay the last tribute of respect and esteem. On Wednesday morning the remains were followed in sad procession to the east bound Choctaw train, which conveyed them to Somerville, Tenn., the birthplace of Mrs.Williams, for interment in the Wainwright burial ground, accompanied by the heart broken husband and two daughters, Misses Lucy and Annie Elise, and other relatives. She was a prominent member of the Methodist church.
WILLIAMS T. M. UNK 11 13 1897 FCTIMES
The news reached town Saturday morning that Brown Eakes had killed T.M.Williams, seven miles north of town. Reasons are rumors of an affair with wife of Eakes. Eakes rented land from the father of the slain man.11-19-1897
WILLIAMS WILLIAM EUGENE EX-SHERIFF 5 16 1850 7 11 1912 MT.VERNON
7-12-1912 GRIM REAPER TAKES PIONEER- Once again, the Grim Reaper has laid a heavy toll upon our devoted people, and once again his harvest of the dead has been fruitful and freighted with the soul of one of St.Francis' oldest and best citizens, in the person of Hon.W.E.Williams, ex-sheriff, prominent politician and successful farmer and business man, who passed to the arms of Him who gave, on Thursday evening, July 11,1912, of apoplexy. "Bill Williams is dead!" Mr.Williams had been known to be in failing health for some months, but had not been confined to his bed. He was up in town until 10 am, when he went home complaining of a neuralgic-like pain in his head. A physcian was called, and to quiet his pain was given a hyperdermic of morphine, which seemed to give him relief. When the family took him supper, they found him dead. Mr.Williams was a native of Maury county, Tenn.. having been born there May 16,1850, and was thus entering his sixty third year. His family moved to the county in 1855, his mother having died some three years earlier/ At the age of twelve, his father died and he was thus left an orphan. In 1871 he was married to the only daughter of Captain Edward Haskins, who died of pneumonia scarcely five weeks after they had plighted their troth. On the last day of July 1873, Mr.Williams was again married to Miss Eddie Chambliss, youngest daughter of Judge.& Mrs. Edwin Mallory, of this county, and to their union fifteen children were born, six boys, Eugene, William, Robin, Mallory, and Russell, six girls, Mrs.Jef Winship of Poplar Bluff, Mo.; Mrs.Fred Atkins, of Holly Grove, Ark.; Mrs.Geo.E.Parker, Miss Bessie Mae, Sweetie or Evelyn, and baby, all of whom survive him. Mr.Williams was elected sheriff for ten years starting in 1892, when he voluntarily resigned. In 1906, on the death of Dr.J.D.McKnight, he was appointed sheriff, and remained until 1908, when he stepped down again. He has served since 1902 on the State Board of Charitable Insitutions. He was a man of rugged, sterling integrity, sober and industrious. His good word earned the nickname, Honest Bill. Funeral was held in the Mt.Vernon cemetery, services being conducted by Revs.J.K.Farris and F.W.Gee of the Methodist church.
WILLIAMS WILLIE B. UNK 12 8 UNK PILGRIM
Willie B. Williams, 51, died Tuesday, December 8, in his home. He was a resident of Lee County and was employed as a mechanic. He is survived by his wife, Michelle Williams of Marianna; seven daughters, Doris Walton, Lela Williams, Mildred Denise Smith, Frances Murray, Kasheena Williams, Andrea Jenill Williams, all of Marianna; and Sellastine Williams of Flint, MI; six sons, Willie B. Williams, Jr. of Flint, Terrance Williams, Brian Williams, Harvey Carlton, Crist Edward, all of Marianna; and Kevin Gladney of Denver; six sisters, Leala Terrell of Peoria, IL, Louise Williams of Dallas, Doris Williams and Loretta Williams, both of Marianna; Lorene Williams of Phoenix, AZ and Evelena Runnels of Dallas; six brothers, Lerory Williams, Jr., Gary Williams, Louis Williams and Lloyd Williams, all of Gary, IN; K.C. Williams of Forrest City and Early Williams of Peoria, IL; his mother, Mrs. Ruby Williams of Marianna; 11 grandchildren and an aunt, Neoma Love of Spencer, OK. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 12 at 2 p.m. at Walnut Grove M.B. Church. Burial followed at Pilgrim Cemetery.> Arrangements were handled by J.E. Kennedy Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS WILLIE C. SR 7 27 1911 10 19 2002 LaVista Memorial Park NATIVE
Mr. Willie C. Williams Sr., age 91, of San Diego, Calif. and formerly of Forrest City, died Saturday, Oct. 19, 2002, at his home.Mr. Williams was born July 27, 1911, in Madison, the son of Walter and Mattie Smith Williams. He was a retired truck driver and a member of the New Creation Church.Mr. Williams is survived by his wife of 71 years, Ruth Hancock Williams of the home; two sons, Willie C. Williams Jr. of Mansfield, La., and Kenneth Williams of Atlanta, Ga.; four daughters, Lula Washington, Ruthie Russell and Carol Williams all of San Diego, Calif., and Jewel Williams of Los Angeles, Calif.; a sister, Barbara Gray Tubbs of Forrest City; a brother, Leroy Williams of St. Louis, Mo.; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Williams will be held Monday, Oct. 28, 2002, at 11 a.m. at the New Creation Church in San Diego, Calif., with Rev. Amos Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in LaVista Memorial Park in National City, Calif. under the direction of San Diego Memorial Chapel.
WILLIAMSON ANNA L. MRS. MALLETT 12 20 1923 4 24 2001 FPARK
Mrs. Anna L. Williamson, age 77, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, April 24, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Williamson, born Dec. 20, 1923, in Springfield, the daughter of Paul Mallett and Nora Herring Mallett. She was a homemaker and a member of Forrest Hills United Methodist Church where she served as pianist and treasurer. She lived in Forrest City most of her life.In 1946, Mrs. Williamson married Audy F. Williamson Sr., and he survives her along with a son, Frank Williamson of Forrest City; a daughter, Debi Williamson Juneau of Forrest City; two brothers, Paul Herring Mallett of Monroe, La., and John Robert Mallett of Jacksonville; two sisters, Nina Mallett Kowerduck and Helen Mallett Bostain, both of Plummerville; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis Williamson in 1985.Graveside services for Mrs. Williamson will be held Thursday, April 26, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation for Mrs. Williamson will be Wednesday, April 25, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
WILLIAMSON HOWARD A. 2 27 1912 8 25 2002 JOHNSTON
Mr. Howard A. "Bud" Williamson, age 90, of Wheatley, died Sunday, Aug. 25, 2002, at his home in Wheatley.Mr. Williamson, former mayor of Wheatley, was a retired farmer and a member of the Wheatley Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary "Sissy" Ellis Williamson of the home; a son, Steve Williamson of Brinkley; two daughters, Anne Butcher of Cotton Plant and Pat Loewer of Brinkley; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Williamson were held at Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2002, 11 a.m. at Wheatley Methodist Church with Rev. Kavan Dodson and Rev. Wilbert Feagan officiating. Burial services will be held in Johnston Cemetery under the direction of Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home of Brinkley.
WILLIAMSON MARKEE LEON SR. 3 8 1962 1 15 2008 MADISON NATIVE
Mr. Markee Leon Williamson Sr., age 45, of Hughes, died Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, at the UAMS Hospital in Little Rock. Mr. Williamson was born March 8, 1962, in Round Pond, the son of J.D. Williamson and Ollie Rodgers Williamson. Mr. Williamson is survived by his mother, of Hughes; seven daughters, Sophia Williamson, Markensa Williamson and Marketta Williamson all of West Memphis and Shakira Williamson, Carolyn Williamson, Zykia Williamson and Shrees Brown all of Forrest City. He is also survived by 11 sisters, Roena Davis, Josephine Brown, Georgia Sparkmon, Delouis Mucherson and April Parkman all of Forrest City, Easter Payton and Maple Brown both of Jonesboro, Rochel White of Hughes and Carrie Williamson and JoAnn Williamson both of Marked Tree; five brothers, J.D. Williamson Jr. and Jerome Williamson both of Freeport, Ill., Clarence Williamson and Albert Rogers both of Forrest City, Daniel Williamson of Jonesboro and two grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Williamson will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, 2008, at Woodhouse Mortuary from 12 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Widener Community Church. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery in Madison.Published: 2008-01-24
WILLIAMSON MARY GLEN MRS. ELLIS 10 25 1915 8 31 2006 JOHNSON
Mrs. Mary Glen "Sissy" Williamson, age 90, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006, at Crestpark Nursing Home. Mrs. Williamson was born Oct. 25, 1915, the daughter of Thomas Marvin Ellis and Jessie Lucille Jenkins. She was a homemaker and a member of several local clubs and organizations including the Brinkley Musical Coterie and the Wheatley Methodist Women. She was also a member of the Wheatley Methodist Church where she served as organist, choir director and pianist for over 35 years. Mrs. Williamson married Howard "Bud" Williamson in 1946 and he preceded her in death after 56 years of marriage. She is survived by a son, Steve Williamson of Brinkley; two daughters, Anne Butcher of Hunter and Patricia Loewer of Brinkley; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and several other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Richard Ellis and Marvin Ellis and a grandson. Visitation for Mrs. Williamson will be held on Friday, Sept. 1, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home in Brinkley. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Wheatley. Burial will follow in Johnston Cemetery in Wheatley. The family requests that memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 327, Wheatley, AR 72392.Published: 2006-09-01
WILLIFORD BEATRICE MRS. FOUGHT 8 15 1928 9 19 2004 BELL
Mrs. Beatrice Williford, age 76, of Cabot, died Sunday, Sept. 19, 2004.Mrs. Williford, a former resident of Palestine and housewife, was born Aug. 15, 1928, in Becker, Miss. She was the daughter of Lester Fought and Missouri Sanderson Fought.Mrs. Williford was preceded in death by her husband Woodrow Williford in 1996 and she is survived by one daughter, Barbara Herrin of Jacksonville; a son, Roger Lewis of Cabot; two sisters Louise Voyles of Bald Knob and Mary Rayer of Forrest City; two brothers, H.C. Fought of Forrest City and Leroy Fought of DeValls Bluff; 11 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Vivian Crittiden in 1999.Visitation for Mrs. Williford will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004, at 2 p.m. in Stevens Chapel. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery.
WILLIFORD NADINE LAWS MRS. SHEPHERD 6 8 1921 6 28 2004 HUGHES NATIVE
Mrs. Nadine Laws Williford, age 83, of Forrest City, died Monday, June 28, 2004, at her daughter's home in Pell City, Ala.Mrs. Williford, born June 8, 1921, in Forrest City, was the daughter of Garlin Sheperd and Maude Dennis Sheperd and lived in Forrest City for most of her life. She was a housewife and a member of Village Creek Baptist Church.In 1945, Mrs. Williford married Robert Lavoyde Laws and he preceded her in death in 1977. She married Oliver Williford in 1984 and he survives her along with one son, Randy Laws of Forrest City; one daughter, Debbie Mosley of Pell City, Ala.; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Williford on Wednesday, June 30, 2004 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, July 1, 2004, at 10 a.m. at Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City.
WILLIS JEFF UNK 9 28 1895 FCTIMES
A MAN named Jeff Willis well known about the dives, was run over and killed on he Iron Mountain road about three miles south of the city Saturday night. When last seen he was drinking and probably fell asleep on the road. The coroner held an inquest and found the train probably hit him about 8 o'clock p.m. and was accidental.10-4-1895
WILLIS VIOLA MRS. TOMLIN 7 15 1947 5 20 2006 CLARK
Mrs. Viola Willis, age 58, of Forrest City, died Saturday, May 20, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center.Mrs. Willis was born July 15, 1947, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Arlene Tomlin and Cleophis Tomlin. She is survived by two daughters, Karen Eabron and Deborah Eabron Bailey, both of Forrest City; two sons, Kevin Eabron, Keith Eabron both of Forrest City; one brother, Rodrick Tomlin of Forrest City; six grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Willis will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2006, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2006, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary with Pastor Kim Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery.
WILSON A. C. 3 5 1928 2 11 2002 Marked Tree
Mr. A.C. Wilson, age 73, of Trumann, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2002, in Trumann.Mr. Wilson was born March 5, 1928 in Manila, and was the son of the late Ernest and Onie Martin Wilson. He was a retired industrial worker, a Baptist, and lived in Trumann for over 40 years.Mr. Wilson is survived by his wife, Margaret L. Frazier Wilson of the home; a daughter, Celia Campbell of Trumann; a brother, Alvin Wilson of Forrest City; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Visitation for Mr. Wilson will be conducted Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2002, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2002, at 10 a.m., at Roller-Farmers Union Chapel Funeral Home, with Bro. Murray Ray officiating the service. Burial will follow in Marked Tree Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
WILSON ADDIEST MRS. HATCHETT 2 26 1919 7 3 2005 CASTEEL
Mrs. Addiest Wilson, age 86, of Forrest City, died Sunday, July 3, 2005, at Crestpark Retirement Inn.Mrs. Wilson was born Feb. 26, 1919, in Tupelo, Miss., the daughter of Gene Hatchett and Margaret Hatchett. She is survived by four daughters, Addiest Leonard of New Britton, Conn., Margaret Hayes of Forrest City, Vera Harrell of Converse, Texas, and Mary Louise Leaks of Colt; two sons, Carl Wilson of Converse, Texas and Calvin Wilson of New Britton, Conn.; 35 grandchildren; 67 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Wilson will be held on Monday, July 11, 2005, at noon, at Rising Sun M.B. Church. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at Rising Sun with Rev. Ray Peals Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of all arrangements.
WILSON ARMINTA AILENE MRS. DANLEY 7 5 1925 9 30 1999 BELL
Arminta Ailene Danley Wilson, age 74, of Wynne, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1999, at the Cross County Hospital. She was born July 5, 1925, in Garner, to Celus and Bessie Rodgers Danley. She married Leory Wilson in 1947, and he preceded her in death in 1973. She enjoyed sewing, reading, gardening, and was a member of the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall in Forrest City. She is survived by three sisters, Verla Hobson of West Helena, Rachel Worthington and Mae Price, both of Wynne; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Rodger Wilson. Services were held on Saturday, Oct. 2, at Bell Cemetery with Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
WILSON BETTY LEA MRS. 1929 4 6 2004 OAKLAWN
NORTH LITTLE ROCK -- Betty Lea Wilburn Wilson, 75, of North Little Rock, formerly of Cherokee Village, died Tuesday, April 6. 2004 Born in Elrod, Ala., she worked for a telephone company in Birmingham, Ala., and she and her husband opened a Big Star grocery store in FORREST CITY. She had lived in Memphis, Jonesboro and Cherokee Village before moving to North Little Rock in 1997. Survivors include two daughters, Cindy Wilson of North Little Rock and Nancy Wilson Lacy of Batesville; two sons, Ken Wilson of Cherokee Village and Craig Wilson of Tallahassee, Fla.; three sisters, Dean Bishop and Sue Thompson, both of Columbus, Miss., and Betty Lewis of Starkville, Miss.; six grandchildren, Traci Wilson Benbrook of Longmont, Colo., Kristi Wilson Diffee of Little Rock, Kerry Wilson Anderson of Jonesboro, Corey Lacy and Nicole Lacy, both of Batesville, and Clayton Drue Wilson of Tallahassee; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey Horton Wilson, her parents, one sister and four brothers. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday at Tri-County's Cherokee chapel in Highland, with the Rev. Vern Forsberg officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery.
WILSON CLYDE 8 22 1933 10 10 2008 OLD PHILADELPHIA USARMY
Published: Monday, October 13, 2008 MELBOURNE - Clyde Harold Wilson, 75, of Melbourne died Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, in Batesville.Born Aug. 22, 1933, in Nauvoo, Ala., he was the son of Carlos and Delphia Marrow Wilson. He was united in marriage to Mary Belle Byrd on Dec. 23, 1953, in Chicago. He served for two years in the U.S. Army. He was employed by McDonnell Douglas Aircraft in Melbourne, retiring after 28 years of employment. He had a farm where he raised and sold cattle. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Belview Baptist Church.Survivors include his wife of 54 years; a son, Dennis Wilson of Melbourne; a daughter, Aulanda McFarland of Melbourne; four grandchildren, Cary Wilson of Southaven, Miss., Courtney Wilson Watson of Rogers, Mindy McFarland Williams of Mountain Home and Andrew McFarland of Melbourne; and three great-grandchildren, Brent Michael Wilson, Aniston Renae Williams and Emery Belle Williams.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; two sisters; and a grandson, Travis McFarland.Graveside funeral services were at 2 p.m. Sunday at Old Philadelphia Cemetery in Larkin with Tom Cone officiating. Arrangements were by Eddie's Family Funeral Home of Melbourne.Pallbearers were Andrew McFarland, Heath Williams, Cary Wilson, Mark Watson, John Teague and Cordell Wuthrich.
WILSON CONRAD BENSON 5 6 1946 5 24 2005 CASTEEL
Mr. Conrad Benson Wilson, age 59, of Dallas, Texas and formerly of Forrest City, died Tuesday, May 24, 2005, at Parkland Memorial in Dallas, Texas.Mr. Wilson was a member of the Holy Temple Church of God in Christ in Dallas, Texas and is survived by two daughters, Pearl Nelson of Searcy and Connie Rucker of Dallas, Texas; two step-daughters, Mary Wilson of Jackson, Tenn. and Cassandra Wilson of Madison; a step-son Bernard Wilson of Forrest City; eight sisters, Susie McKnight, Janie McKnight, Elizabeth Robinson, Ora Lee McKnight, Anette McKnight, Inez McKnight, Joyce Ann Neal and Florida McKnight all of Forrest City and seven brothers, Leo McKnight, Manuel McKnight and Harry McKnight all of Forrest City, Floyd McKnight and James McKnight both of Dade City, Fla., Walter McKnight of Detroit, Mich. and Nelson McKnight of Union City, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife Charlene; his mother Inez McKnight and his father T. Wilson.Visitation for Mr. Wilson will be held on Friday, May 27, 2005, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Peoples Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 28, 2005, at 2:30 p.m. at Williams Temple Church of God in Christ in Palestine with Carlos Bell of Dallas, Texas officiating Burial will follow in CASTEEL.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
WILSON D. M. SHERIFF 9 1 1840 5 18 1889 CITY
Not since awful gloom over the deaths of Sheriff Wilson, Marshall Frank Folbre, and Deputy Clerk Tom Parham, as a result of the awful riot on May 19,1889; the accidental drowning of our dear friend, John V.Webb, on April 22,1892, and the shocking death of Joe Sanders and Robert Rollwage, as a result of a powder explosion which occurred at L.Rollwage & Co.'s store on the 18th of June, 1898, has there ever been such a pall of darkness cast upon the entire community as this awful tragedy as this awful tragedy has done. In addition to the terrible grief of the deceased's relatives, the sweet little family and the devoted mother and sister of Gordon Casteel are almost crazed with grief and sorrow that such an awful, fearful deed should have been committed by their loved one, and that he should be incarcerated in a prison cell. It was later learned that Gordon had not been deputized by Dr.McKnight, sheriff, or Deputy Murphree, Marshall Rainbolt, nor by any one else. to act in the capacity of an officer of the peace.
WILSON DEBRA R. 7 18 1931 4 17 2008 SCOTT BOND
Mrs. Debra R. Wilson, age 44, of Forrest City died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at the University of Arkansas Medical Center. Mrs. Wilson was born July 18, 1963, in Forrest City the daughter of Tommie Wilson and Josephine Holmes Ellis. She is survived by her father of Widener; her mother of Madison; two sons, Terrancel L. Wilson and Quinton A. Wilson both of Forrest City; seven sisters, Sandy A. Cole, Sharon D. Phillips, Michelle Smith and Knosurer Cochran all of Forrest City, Tonya Wilson and Nicole Wilson both of Memphis and Connie P. Jordan of Fayetteville and three brothers, Tommie L. Wilson Jr. of Fayetteville and Jason Wilson and Dexter McIntosh both of Widener. Visitation for Mrs. Wilson will be held on Friday, April 25, 2008, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 1 p.m. at Madison Light Baptist Church with Samuel White officiating. Burial will follow in Scott Bond Cemetery.Published: 2008-04-24Forrest City Times Herald
WILSON ELIJAH N. 12 3 1848 12 13 1950 HARRIS CHAPEL
Wilson, Elijah N Dec 13 1950 Age 2yrs and 10 days son of J and Ann R Wilson
WILSON FRANKIE LYNN 1965 7 25 2003 COGBILL NATIVE
WYNNE -- Frankie Lynn Wilson, 48, of Wynne died Friday, July 25, 2003 at CrossRidge Community Hospital in Wynne. Born in FORREST CITY, he was a lifelong resident of Wynne and a member of the Church of God. Survivors include his wife, Bergeron Wilson of the home; a daughter, Jennifer Jacobs of Rogers; a stepson, Shannon Honeycutt of Pine Bluff; his parents, Newton and Shirley Wilson of Wynne; a brother, Steve L. Wilson of Wynne; a sister, Joe Anne Hendrix of Wynne; two stepbrothers, Bill Rushing and Steve Rushing, both of Wynne; a stepsister, Cindy Mitchell of Wynne; and two grandchildren, Katlin Jacobs and Conner Jacobs, both of Rogers. He was preceded in death by his mother, Josie Mae Taegtmeyer Wilson. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today in the chapel of Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne, with the Rev. Roger Smith and the Rev. Steve Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in COGBILL.
WILSON FRED 9 19 1888 5 29 1965 FPARK
Illness Fatal To Fred Wilson, 76, Retired Merchant.Services for Fred Wilson, 76, was held at 4 p.m. Monday at Stevens Funeral Home by the Rev. Samuel C. Gash, and burial followed at Forrest Park Cemetery.Mr. Wilson died at 10 p.m. Saturday at Forrest Memorial Hospital. He had been in a critical condition for the psst three weeks, and in failing health since suffering a stroke last May.Born in Wayne County, Illinois son of Amanda Keene and Charles H. Wilson. He lived in Illinois until he moved to Arkansas as a young man, and came to Des Arc. He had lived in Forrest City for the last 45 years, and at the time of his death, resided at 416 North Washington Street.In 1921, he married Miss Champie Bohne.Mr. Wilson serviced his country during World War I, and was a member of the American Legion and the Forrest City Lions Club.He was a merchant for a number of years, and also was municipal judge of Forrest City, and was a revenue collector here for Arkansas. He was a Methodist.He leaves his wife of Forrest City; two sons, Fred Wilson, Jr. of Forrest City ; George Wilson of Stillwater, Oklahoma; one brother, S. C. Wilson of Birmingham, Alabama; two sisters, Mr.s C. S. Hemenway of Wheatley; and Mrs. C. W. Blackwwood of North Little Rock; and six grandchildren.
WILSON GERALD G. 5 12 1928 6 8 2006 FPARK
NEXT TO VALERIE WILSON-Gerald Wilson WYNNE -- Gerald "Big Boy" Wilson, 78, died June 8, 2006. He is survived by a son, Gerald Wilson Jr. of California; daughters, Brenda Cox and Linda Buzzard, both of California; stepsons, Sammy Blair and George Blair, both of FORREST CITY; stepdaughter, Sandy Davis of FORREST CITY; a brother, four sisters; 17 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Kernodle Funeral Home at Wynne. Visitation will be from 6-8 tonight at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Valley View Baptist Church, 822 Highway 64-B, Wynne 72396
WILSON IRENE 1911 4 4 2006 LAGRANGE
Mrs. Irene Wilson, age 95, of Almo, Tenn. and formally of Marianna, died Tuesday, April 4, 2006. Mrs. Wilson was a homemaker and a member of the Second Baptist Church in Forrest City.Mrs. Wilson is survived by one son, Joseph B. Wilson of Marianna; three daughters, Earline Johnson of Marianna, and Betty Henderson and Alice Gadberry both of Gadsden, Tenn.; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Darnall Wilson, three brothers and one sister.Funeral services for Mrs. Wilson will be held on Thursday, April, 6, 2006, at 10 a.m. at the Friendship Baptist Church in Marianna with Bro. Reed Dillahunty officiating. Burial will follow in LaGrange Cemetery in Lexa. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
WILSON JAMES A. 9 15 1940 2 28 2001 Mt. Springs USARMY
Mr. James A. Wilson, age 60, of Cabot, died Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2001.Mr. Wilson was a United States Army Veteran. He worked for Fones Brothers Distributing for 30 years and Southern Hardware for 10 years. He was a member of the Cabot Deer Hunting Club.He is survived by his wife Betty Fowler Wilson of the home; a son, Tony Wilson of Cabot; a daughter, Michelle Bear of Cabot; his mother, Eunice Lunsford of Morrilton; his stepfather Amos Lunsford of Morrilton; three brothers, Doyle Wilson of Little Rock, Carl Wilson of North Little Rock, Steve Wilson of Springdale; a sister, Letha Tasler of Cabot and six grandsons. He was preceded in death by his father, Lon Wilson and a brother, Opie McDonald.Visitation for Mr. Wilson will be Friday, March 2, 2001, from 2 to 9 p.m. in the Chapel of Cabot Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mr. Wilson are scheduled for Saturday, March 3, 2001, at 1 p.m. at the Cabot Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at the Mt. Springs Cemetery under the direction of Cabot Funeral Home.
WILSON JAMES GARLAND 6 8 1947 8 31 2004 MEMORIAL USAF-VIETNAM
Mr. James Garland Wilson, 57, of Benton died on August 31, 2004. He was born on June 8, 1947 to Mary Jane Pope Wilson and Samuel David Wilson of Forrest City.In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Connie Wilson; his sister, Mary Anne Rosamond also of Forrest City; his brother, Gene Wilson of Lebanon, Tennessee; and his daughter, Michelle Bashore, son-in-law, Steve Bashore and granddaughter, Ashlyn, 8, of Miami, Oklahoma.Jim was an Eagle Scout; served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War, and enjoyed playing golf. He was a loving son, husband, father, and grandfather, and will be greatly missed. There will be a MEMORIAL at 1:00 p.m. on Friday at Ashby's Funeral Home in Benton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jack Stephens Youth Golf Academy c/o The First Tee of Arkansas, #1 First Tee Way, Little Rock, AR. 72204.
WILSON JOHNNIE MAE MRS. 9 22 1914 4 27 2001 PARADISE GARDENS NATIVE
Mrs. Johnnie Mae Wilson, age 86, of Colt, died Friday, April 27, 2001, at her home.Mrs. Wilson was born Sept. 22, 1914 in Widener. She was a retired seamstress.Mrs. Wilson is survived by a brother, Chester Bryant, Jr., of Palestine and two sisters, Ottie Mae Roberts of Dallas, Texas and Dollie Mae Bryant of Forrest City.Visitation for Mrs. Wilson will be Tuesday, May 1, 2001, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 2, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Pine Tree Church of God in Christ with the Elder Verlee Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WILSON MAMIE LOUISE MRS. JONES 12 21 1928 1 21 2008 MEMORIALS
Mrs. Mamie Louise Wilson, age 79, of Little Rock and formerly of Forrest City, died Monday, Jan. 21, 2008 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Little Rock. Mrs. Wilson was born Dec. 21, 1928, in Marion, the daughter of Ernest and Hattie Jones. She was a cook and a member of St. Paul M.B. Church where she sang in the choir and served on the mothers board. She is survived by a sister, Alice Shepeard of Cleveland, Ohio; two brothers, Willie Valian and Albert F. Gillions both of Cleveland; two daughters, Delores C. Wilson of Little Rock and Carolyn J. Greer of Houston, Texas; three sons, Ellis Wilson Jr. of Milwaukee, Wis., Ernest L. Ruffin of Cleveland and Johnny W. Ruffin of Forrest City; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Wilson and two sisters, Clara Henderson and Davalla Steplight. Funeral services for Mrs. Wilson were held on Friday, Jan. 25, 2008, at St. Paul M.B. Church. Burial followed in PARADISE GARDENS in Edmondson. People's Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-01-28
WILSON MARY ELLEN MRS. SIMS 3 16 1926 2 7 2003 HUNTER
Mrs. Mary Ellen Sims Wilson, age 76, of Forrest City, died Friday, Feb. 7, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Wilson was born March 17, 1926, in Cotton Plant, the daughter of James Christy Sims and Viola Darr Sims. She lived in Forrest City for most of her life, was a retired elementary school teacher for Forrest City Public Schools, was a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Delta Kappa Gamma, the Musical Coterie, the Garden Club, the Hipson Club in Cotton Plant and a member of the First United Methodist Church.Mrs. Wilson married Robert E. Wilson in 1958, and he preceded her in death in 1986. She is survived by two sons, Robert Sims Wilson of New Orleans, La. and Chris E. Wilson of Searcy; one sister, Helen S. Whiting of Forrest City and one grandchild.Visitation services for Mrs. Wilson were held on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2003, at First United Methodist Church. Funeral Services for Mrs. Wilson were held on Monday, Feb. 10, 2003, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church. Burial followed in Hunter Cemetery in Hunter. Stevens Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
WILSON MARY MRS 1865 8 18 1968 BELL
8/18/1968 Mrs. Wilson's Service Set For TuesdayFuneral services for Mrs. Mary Wilson, 97, who died Sunday morning in a Corning nursing home, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Midway Baptist Church.Burial will be in Bell Cemetery, north of Palestine by Rev. Christine Jumper. Burial will be under direction of Stevens Funeral Home.Mrs. Wilson had been in failing health for several years. She was a former resident of Palestine.She is survived by a son, Ernest Wilson of Trumann; a daughter, Mrs. Auretta Larmond of Palestine; three grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
WILSON MATTIE LUCILLE MRS. WALKER 4 25 1918 11 25 2005 MEMORIAL
Mrs. Mattie Lucille Wilson, age 87, of Marianna, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, in Forrest City.Mrs. Wilson was born April 25, 1918, in Tuscumbia, Ala., the daughter of James L. Walker and Alma S. Taylor. She was a homemaker and a member of the Wall Chapel Baptist Church of Holub's Crossing.Mrs. Wilson is survived by a daughter, Alma Watkins of Waco, Texas; three step-sons, Wilman Wilson of Widener, Gerald Wilson of Germantown, Tenn. and Stanley Wilson of McAllen, Texas; a sister, Nina P. Watkins of Forrest City; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dail Wilson and a step-son, Donald Wilson.MEMORIALs for Mrs. Wilson will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2005, at Wall Chapel Baptist Church at 2 p.m. The Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of Marianna will be in charge of all arrangements.
WILSON MEREDITH E. 6 14 1923 2 4 1985 FPARK USARMY-WWII
Meredith E. Wilson, 61, funeral director for Stevens Funeral Home, died Monday of cancer at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forest City. Services will be at 3 p.m. tomorrow at the funeral home with burial in Forrest Park Cemetery. Mr. Wilson was an Army veteran of World War II, a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion, and was a Gideon. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Watt Wilson, a son James Eldon Wilson of Forrest City; two daughters, Mrs. Faye Carrol Kelly of Allen, Texas and Mrs. Meri Edith Ellis of forrest City; a sister, Mrs. Loriece Bannon of Forrest City and eight grandchildren.-MORTICIAN AT STEVENS FUNERAL HOME-NEXT TO DOROTHY WILSON
WILSON NANCY MRS. UNK 8 17 1897 FCTIMES
Mrs.Nancy J. Wilson died at Galveston, Texas on Tuesday, August 17,1897, after undergoing a surgical operation, and the remains were brought to this city for interrment, arriving last evening. Services at the grave by Rev.N.B.Fizer were largely attended by the relatives and many friends of deceased, who was the widow of D.M.Wilson, Sr., who lost his life in this city in 1889, at which time he was high sheriff of the county. Mrs.Wilson was greatly loved by those who knew her best, and her children were entirely devoted to her. She was a consistent member of the Methodist church. The bereaved have the sympathy of the community.8-20-1897
WILSON OLA B. MRS. McCARTER 10 19 1905 7 27 2000 VANNDALE
Ola B. Wilson, 94, of Wynne, died Thursday, July 27, 2000, at the Wynwood Nursing Home in Wynne. Mrs. Wilson was born Oct. 19, 1905, to Alex McCarter and Eva Brown McCarter. She lived in Wynne the last 60 years and was a member of the Union Avenue Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband W. N. Wilson; a son, Gene Wilson; a daughter, Mackree Jordan; and two grandchildren. She is survived by two sons, Gerald "Big Boy" Wilson, of Forrest City, Newton L. Wilson, of Wynne; four daughters, Vivian Milton, of Acompo, Calif., Vee McFadden, of Lowell, Opal Farris, of Petal, Miss., Dorothy Searcy, of Wynne; 23 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and 34 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, July 28, 2000, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home in Wynne. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 29, 2000, at 2 p.m. at Kernodle Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Tallant and Rev. Dennie Taylor officiating. Burial will be in Vanndale Cemetery in Vanndale under the direction of Kernodle Funeral Home.
WILSON ROSA LEE MRS. HIGGINS 12 17 1878 6 26 1907 HUGHES NATIVE
The Forrest City Times. July 5, 1907. Death of Mrs. Rosa Lee Wilson. Mrs. Rosa Lee Wilson died June 26, 1907 at 8:30 o'clock p. m. after an illness of fourteen days from premature childbirth and malarial complications, having been in bad health since last September. At times she seemed to be much better and able to be up, and a part of the time do her housework. But as time wore on she gradually grew weaker until she was confined to her bed, but by close attention from physicians and nurses, rallied and was able to be up part of the time. She visited her sister, Mrs. Belle Beck, at Caldwell, where she seemed to improve more rapidly, when she decided that a visit to Forrest City and also the home of her brother-in-law, Mr. H. J. Jordan, of Palestine, might add to the improvement of her health, and after having been there only three days, she suddenly relapsed and continued to grow worse until she fell asleep in Jesus for this separation of a soul from its temporal abode was like one falling asleep without a frown or a trace of pain. Deceased was a devoted member of the Missionary Baptist Church, a conscientious member of the Knights and Ladies of Honor and lived a model Christian life, ministering to the sick and afflicted regardless of race or color when it was in her power to do so. She was a daughter of William J. and Pat.. A. Higgins, and was born near Pine Tree, Ark., Dec. 17, 1878, and died June 26, 1907, aged 28 years, 6 months and 9 days. Her mother died when she was quite an infant, and her training, as she grew up, was left to her older sisters and to two stepmothers, one of whom still survives her, and well did she profit by their instructions and at an early day she sought the pardoning powers of Christ and became a Christian, uniting with the church above mentioned. She was greatly devoted to her father, looking upon him as her closest earthly friend, and regarding his word as law. Her devotion being such that she never entirely recovered from the shock befashoned by his death. At the age of nineteen she married Prof. James M. Wilson. Their union was blest with happiness, and God gave them two sweet baby girls, Willie Marie and Rosa Ernestine. But it was not God's will that they keep Willie Marie, so He took her from them at the age of four years thus giving her mother a cup of sorrow to which she never became reconciled, and during her last days she would point to Marie as her guiding star, telling her heartbroken husband that she was beckoning her to come up higher, and then she would insist that she would be with her soon. After the death of Marie, Mrs. Wilson suffered great anxiety, fearing that God would call Ernestine, too, and that she would be left childless and this dread remained with her to her death. While her greatest hope seemed to be to get well, she bore her sufferings with the utmost patience, ever trusting in God, but when she realized that the Saviour was in need of her, she seemed to be perfectly willing and ready to go, giving the keeping of her child over to its father and her aunt, Mrs. Belle Beck. Mrs. Wilson was buried by the Knights and Ladies of Honor. An escort of the Palestine lodge accompanyning the corpse from the home of Mr. Jordan to the depot and an escort of two, Messrs. Joe Stayton and Will Coffee escorted it to its destination. The remains were interred in the family burying ground at the Hughes cemetery, there being the ritualistie services of the Knights and Ladies of Honor, and Elder Newman of Forrest City Baptist church, conducting the religious exercises. She leaves a heartbroken husband, a little girl, four years old, five sisters and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn their loss. But, sad relatives and friends, console yourselves with the thought that Jesus does all things well and look to God, the giver of all that is good, for a more perfect consolation, as He has taken Rosa to live with Him and be one of the heavenly host. She is sleeping, sweetly sleeping in a new made grave today. We are weeping, sadly weeping. For our darlin's gone away. She is bl WIFE OF JAMES M. WILSON
WILSON SAMUEL C. 1825 8 24 1904 CITY CSA-STEVENFORD'S BATTALION
Death of Mr.S.C.Wilson-Died at his home In Forrest City Wednesday, Aug.24,1904, from the effects of a stroke of paralysis, aged 79 years. Mr.Wilson was born in the state of Ohio, in 1825, emigrated south at the age of 19, and located in Mississippi. In 1858 he married Mrs.Mary L.Williams, whose maiden name was Miss Beck, Sister of Mr.J.W.Beck of this city. In 1860 he came to St.Francis Co., where he has resided ever since. The children of this union are as follows:Mrs.Mary (Mollie) Eliza Hannah of Fayetteville, Eugene and Mortimer Wilson, all of whom survive him. Mrs.Alice Casteel, is his step daughter. On March 26,1891, he married Mrs.Virginia Fogg, sister of Messrs.Emmet and Homer Fogg, who survives him. Mr.Wilson's long and active career in Forrest City made him a conspicuous character-bold, aggressive, independent, self reliant, and fearless. He had opinions on all sorts of questions pertaining to the public weal, and never hesitated in stating them. Mr.Wilson was a contractor and builder, and many of the buildings of our city are a direct result of that labor. The funeral took place yesterday at Forrest City cemetery, Elder J.A.McCord officiating. The bereaved relatives have our sincere sympathy. Mr.Samuel C.Wilson was on the 1880 census, showing occupation as undertaker. In Bio also on this site, he was in the Civil War. Stevenrord's Battery, CSA. 8-26-1904
WILSON THELMA PAULINE MRS. MERRILL 6 22 1921 10 10 2006 MARIANNA MEMORIAL
Mrs. Thelma Pauline Wilson, age 85, of Marianna, died Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006. Mrs. Wilson was born on June 22, 1921, in Hernando, Miss. the daughter of A.H. Merrell and Bessie Davis Merrell. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Wilson is survived by six daughters, Charlotte Ellison, Marie Watkins and Kay Wilson, all of Marianna, Pat Morton of Raymond, Miss., Dianne Walker of Camden, Tenn. and Jo Faye of Flint, Mich.; six sons, James Wilson of Forrest City, Douglas Wilson of El Dorado, Phillip Wilson, Charles Wilson, Cecil Wilson and Ronnie Wilson, all of Marianna; 22 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Mrs. Wilson was preceded in death by her husband, Jewell Wilson; a sister, Mary Merrell and one daughter, Judy Carroll Wilson. Funeral services for Mrs. Wilson will be held on Friday, Oct. 13, 2006, at 10 a.m. at the First Assembly of God Church in Marianna. Burial will follow in Marianna Memorial Park. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of Marianna is in charge of all arrangements. The family invites friends to sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.Published: 2006-10-12
WILSON TRENT E. 4 3 1960 12 10 2004 LOUGHRIDGE
Death: Dec. 10, 2004 LOUGHRIDGE CEMETERY NEAR COLT,JONESBORO SUN JONESBORO AR 12/13/04-WYNNE -- Trent E. Wilson, 44, of Wynne died Friday, Dec. 10, at his residence.Born and raised in Wynne, he was employed as an operation and maintenance technician for CenterPoint Energy for 20 years. He was of the Baptist belief.Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Wilson of Wynne; two sons, Justin Wilson and Jarrod Wilson, both of Wynne; two sisters, Vickie Scott and Rita Starkey, both of Wynne; and a brother, Bradley Wilson of Wynne.He was preceded in death by a sister.Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne. Burial will be in Loughridge Cemetery in Colt.Pallbearers include Justin Wilson, Jimmy Ball, Jason Miller, Wayne Miller, Keith Haygood and Rob Kendrick.
WILSON WALTER L. 8 8 1906 12 31 1998 PARADISE GARDEN
Walter L. Wilson, 92, died Friday, December 31, at Helena Regional Medical Center. He was a resident of Lee County and a retired principal of 45 years. He also was a member of Hampshire M.B. Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth (Simmons) Wilson; two daughters, Mary Kate Lee of St. Cerrito, CA and Verna Sanders of Phoenix and one brother, Lester Brookshire of Mississippi. Funeral services will be held today, Thursday, January 7 at 11 a.m. at Hampshire M.B. Church in Aubrey with Rev. Lathan Ester officiating. Burial will>> follow at Paradise Gardens in Edmondson. Pallbearers will be Rev. Cecil Coleman, Rev. Cedric Coleman, Rev. N. Gillispie, Rev. B. Randle, Rev. Parnell Randle and Willie King. Honorary pallbearers will be Deacons of Hampshire and Antioch M.B. Churches. Arrangements will be handled by Marianna Funeral Home.
WILSON WILLIE MARIE 9 1 1899 9 9 1903 HUGHES
The sad tidings reached us yesterday of the death of little Marie, the four year old daughter of Prof. and Mrs.J.M.Wilson, of Caldwell of congestion. The death occurred on Wednesday night, Sep.9,1903, and the remains were buried at the cemetery in Caldwell. Elder Grase Hewlitt conducted the burial services. Little Willie Marie Wilson died after an illness of three days. She became ill on Monday with a chill and fever that never cooled until death. She was but four years and nine days old. 9-11-1903
WILSON WILLIS UNK 1900 FCTIMES
Willis Wilson, an old and highly respected resident who had lived on Dr.Alley's place, went to Indiana to visit. He became ill and died there. The remains were brought here for burial.3-16-1900
WINFIELD ETHEL MRS. 12 5 1905 8 1971 FORREST CITY
Ethel Winfield Birth: Dec. 5, 1905 Death: Aug., 1971 Birth: unknown Death: 1971 Ethel WinfieldFuneral services were held Thursday for Mrs. Ethel Winfield, longtime resident of Whitmore Community, who died last week.Mrs. Winfield had been a Foster mother and a member of the Whitmore Church of Christ. Survivors inclued two adopted sons, John Parker of Chicago, Ill., and Nelson Bobo of Oakland, Calif.; a grandson, Eugene Davis; her mother, Mrs. Susie McKnight of St. Louis, Mo.; a brother and two sisters.Burial was at Forrest City Cemetery by Clay Funeral Home Forrest City Times Herald
WINFIELD LILLIAN MISS unk 5 19 1908 FCTIMES
5-22-1908 News of the death of Miss Lillian Winfield by the overturning of the launch on White river near Clarendon on the night of the 19th of May, cast a gloom over the household of her aunt, Mrs.Walter Lewis, and other relatives in the city. Mrs.Wright Lewis left for Clarendon yesterday to help console the heart broken mother.
WINFREY ALDRIDGE BLAKE 6 13 1930 12 5 2007 NEW SARDIS NATIVE
Mr. Aldridge Blake Winfrey, age 77, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Mr. Winfrey was born June 13, 1930, in Newcastle. He was a retired farmer and is survived by his wife, Derotha Winfrey of Forrest City; three sons, Stanley Winfrey and Adrian Winfrey both of Forrest City and Joseph Winfrey of St. Louis, Mo.; three daughters, Malissa Winfrey and Rose Winfrey both of Forrest City and Tammy Ducksworth of Hattiesburg, Miss.; two brothers James Winfrey of Forrest City and Jessie Winfrey of Madison; 21 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Winfrey will be held on Friday, Dec. 14, 2007, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the Mt. Moriah M.B. Church with Rev. Connie Moore officiating. Burial will follow in NEW SARDIS.Published: 2007-12-13
WINFREY DANNY RAY 3 9 1957 8 26 2006 NEW SARDIS NATIVE
Mr. Danny Ray Winfrey, age 49, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Winfrey was born March 9, 1957, in Forrest City. He is survived by his father, Aldridge Winfrey of Forrest City; his mother, Derotha Winfrey of Forrest City; two sons, Antoine Winfrey of Forrest City and Danetrik Winfrey of Rockford, Ill.; a daughter, Dawn Winfrey of Forrest City; three brothers, Stanley Winfrey and Adrian Winfrey both of Forrest City and Joseph Winfrey of St. Louis, Mo.; three sisters, Rose Winfrey and Malissa Winfrey both of Forrest City and Tammy Ducksworth of Hattiesburg, Miss. and three grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Winfrey will be held on Friday, Sept. 1, 2006, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at 11 a.m. at the Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Connie L. Moore officiating. Burial will follow in NEW SARDIS.Published: 2006-08-31
WINFREY GAIL ANITA MRS. 2 27 1955 3 25 2002 NEW SARDIS NATIVE
Mrs. Gail Anita Winfrey, age 47, of Arkadelphia, died Monday, March 25, 2002, at Baptist Health Center in Arkadelphia.Mrs. Winfrey, born Feb. 27, 1955, in Forrest City, was the daughter of the late Elmond and Ophelia Jones Winfrey. She was a member of Antioch Baptist Church where she served in the missionary department and as an usher and choir director.Mrs. Winfrey is survived by two sons, Megaenus Davis of Houston, Texas and Corey Davis of Arkadelphia; two daughters, Ashley Davis and Nyesha Winfrey, both of Arkadelphia; five brothers, Rev. Alex Winfrey Sr. of Arkadelphia; Roy Winfrey of San Antonio, Texas, Frederick Winfrey of Hot Springs, Keith Winfrey of Columbus, S.C., and Rev. Barry Winfrey Sr., of Fulton; five sisters, Betty Brown of Forrest City, Linda Davis of Chicago, Ill., Sandra Johnson and Vickie Ellis, both of Arkadelphia and Angenett Hill of Fulton and five grandchildren.Funeral services for Mrs. Winfrey will be held, Monday, April 1, 2002, at 1 p.m. at New Sardis M.B. Church in Forrest City with Rev. Alex Winfrey Sr. and Rev. Barry Winfrey Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in NEW SARDIS under the direction of Williams Funeral Home of Arkadelphia.
WINGO ANITA MRS. DENNIS 12 21 1917 9 12 2004 BELL NATIVE
Mrs. Anita D. Wingo, age 86, of Palestine, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Wingo was born Dec. 21, 1917, in Forrest City, the daughter of Norman Dennis and Emma Cavanaugh Dennis. She had made her home in Palestine all of her life, was a housewife and a member of the Church of Christ.Mrs. Wingo married James H. "Jim" Wingo in 1943 and he preceded her in death in 1995. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon Wingo of Palestine; three sons, Ronnie Wingo of Searcy, Jimmy Wingo of Palestine and Gene Wingo of Palestine; one sister, Emily Burns of Palestine; and a brother, Charles Dennis of St. Louis, Mo. She is also survived by three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Larry Wingo, in 1993.Visitation for Mrs. Wingo will be held on Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, at Stevens Funeral Home at 10 a.m., Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery in Palestine with Bro. Leon Wolfe officiating.
WINGO CHARLES DANIEL 1947 11 20 2006 ABBEVILLE
Mr. Charles "Chuck" Daniel Wingo, age 59, of Oxford, Miss., died Monday, Nov. 20, 2006, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Miss. Mr. Wingo was a foreman with Southern Railroad and retired in 1994 when he moved from Grand Junction, Tenn., to Oxford, Miss. He was a member of Anchor Baptist Church. Mr. Wingo is survived by his wife, Nina Jo Wingo of Oxford, Miss.; two daughters, Tammy Mitchell of Jonesboro and Angie Gahr of Jacksonville; three sons, Joey Gardner and Matt Gardner both of Oxford and Bradley Wingo of Memphis; one sister, Sue Bivins of Iuka, Miss., and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Wingo; his mother, Kathryn Jolene Smith and his step-mother, Virginia Wingo. Visitation for Mr. Wingo will be held Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Coleman Funeral Home in Oxford. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006, at 2 p.m. at Coleman Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gerald Shook and Bro. Robert Allen officiating. Burial will follow in the Abbeville Cemetery, in Abbeville, Miss. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Heart Association, 4830 McWillie Circle, Jackson, MS 39206.Published: 2006-11-21
WINGO KATHRYN JEWELLDEAN MRS. SMITH 12 6 1925 4 6 2004 SALEM NATIVE
Mrs. Kathryn Jewelldean Wingo, age 78, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, April 6, 2004, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Forrest City.Mrs. Wingo was born Dec. 6, 1925, in Goodwin, the daughter of John Smith and Lucy French Smith. She was retired from General Industries and was a Baptist.Mrs. Wingo is survived by a son, Charles Wingo of Oxford, Miss.; a daughter, Sue Wingo Bivins of Iuka, Miss.; a brother. R.C. Smith of Springfield, Ill.; two sisters, Irene Fishburn of Forrest City and Shirley Newton of Tampa, Fla.; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Wingo will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, at 2 p.m., at Salem Cemetery in Palestine with Bro. Anthony Kennedy officiating.
WINSTON FANNIE MRS. NORRINGTON 5 17 1917 3 13 2008 CASTEEL NATIVE
Mrs. Fannie Norrington Washington Winston, age 90, of St. Louis, Mo., died Thursday, March 13, 2008. Mrs. Winston was born May 17, 1917, in Palestine, the daughter of Thomas and Lula Shepherd Norrington. She lived in Palestine, where she attended school until moving to Forrest City. Later she lived in Memphis and then St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. Winston was preceded in death by two husbands, Booker T. Washington and John Winston. She is survived by a son, Emery Washington Sr. of St. Louis, Mo.; a sister, Florida Culler of Forrest City; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by 11 siblings. Visitation for Mrs. Winston will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2008, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. at the Antioch M.B. Church in Palestine. Funeral services will follow visitation at the church at 12 p.m. Burial will be held in Casteel Cemetery. William C. Harris Funeral Directors of St. Louis, Mo. are in charge of all arrangements. Published: 2008-03-20
WINSTON JOHN 9 1 1924 8 21 2002 FORREST CITY
Mr. John Winston, age 77, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2002, at St. Bernard Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.Mr. Winston, born Sept. 1, 1924, in Parkin, is survived by his wife, Roberta Johnson Winston of Forrest City; two step-daughters, Katherine Johnson and Iola Johnson, both of Forrest City; two step-sons, Waverly Barnes and Clarence Williams, both of Forrest City.Visitation services for Mr. Winston will be held Friday, Aug. 30, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Mr. Winston will be held Saturday, Aug. 31, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Days Temple Church of God in Christ with Elder Albert Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WINSTON JOHNNY 1 15 1948 6 28 2005 CASTEEL NATIIVE-LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL 1967
Mr. Johnny Winston, age 57, of Little Rock, died Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at his home.Mr. Winston was born Feb. 15, 1948, in Palestine, the son of Lester Winston and Louvella Moore. He was a 1967 graduate of Lincoln Senior High School. He was employed by the Forrest City Housing Authority for a number of years and was most recently an employee of the city of Little Rock.Mr. Winston is survived by three sisters, Geneva Woods of Forrest City, Shirley Clark of Chicago, Ill., and Gwendolyn Winston of Scott and a brother, Charlie Norman of Widener.Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 2, 2005, at 2 p.m. at the Kynette United Methodist Church with Rev. Lacey Sims officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WINTER MARY FRANCES MRS. DAVIS 7 25 1945 6 26 2008 CITY NATIIVE
Mrs. Mary Frances Winter, age 62, of Forrest City, died Thursday, June 26, 2008, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mrs. Winter was born July 25, 1945, in Forrest City, the daughter of Rhesa W. Davis Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Folbre Davis. She made her home in Forrest City for all of her life, was housewife and a Methodist. Mrs. Winter married James Fred Winter in 1964 and he survives her along with a daughter, Suzanne Winter of Forrest City; her mother of Forrest City; a brother, Rhesa W. Davis of Kansas City and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Winter will be held on Monday, June 30, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd with burial following at Forrest City Cemetery. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. To sign the online guestbook visit www.stevensfuneralhome.net.Published: 2008-06-27
WINTHROP H. W. 1839 2 21 1897 CITY
A gloom was cast over the community last Sunday morning when it became known that Capt.H.W.Wintrhop had passed into the mysterious beyond. The fall from the balcony was the cause of his untimely death. H.W.Winthrop was a native of Ireland, of Scotch and English parentage. His parents emigrated to this country when he was 4 years old and settled in Vermont. the Captain, as he was familiarly called, cast his fortunes with St.Francis County in 1865, first locating at Madison, then the county seat. During his thirty two years of citizenship, the esteem of which he was held is manifested by the many offices of trust which he filled. He held the office of chief clerk of the United States Bureau, was United States Assessor for the Eastern District of Arkansas, United District collector for the same district, Assessor of St.Francis County for six years. He was elected Mayor of Forrest City for two terms, and many improvements stand as monuments to his interest in public affairs. At the time of his death, he was 55 years of age, and leaves a wife and two daughters to mourn their loss. The funeral was conducted under the Auspices of the Knights of Honor. At half past 3 o'clock the remains were brought from the parlor to the dining room, (the former place being unable to hold the multitude of friends and acquaintances) where the beautiful services of the Episcopal Church were read by Rev. Mr.Edward L. Ogilby. At the conclusion of the services the cortege that followed the remains to the "city of the dead" was perhaps the largest the city has known. Mrs.G.A.Winthrop wishes to express her gratitude to all the friends of her family for the many deeds of kindness offered during the period of her husband's illness and the final disposition of the remains; especially she wishes to thank the inmates and patrons of the hotel for their many kind considerations.2-26-1897
WISE GEORGE R. 12 24 1927 3 16 2007 FPARK USARMY-KOREA
Mr. George Wise, age 79, of Forrest City, died Friday, March 16, 2007, at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Wise was born December 24, 1927, in Joplin, Missouri, and was the son of Henry Earl Wise and Letitia Chloe Tolerton Wise. Mr. Wise was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Forrest City and was a member of the Forrest City Lions Club since 1972. He was president of the St. Francis County Literacy Council, a Hospice volunteer, was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean War, and was retired from A.P. & L. (Entergy Corp) after thirty-six years. Mr. Wise is survived by his sweetheart and wife of fifty-five years, Mrs. Hattie Wise, four children; George Robert Wise and wife Barbara, David Marcus Wise and wife Robin, all of Little Rock, Chloe Wise Lieblong and husband Jim, both of Russellville, and Tricia Wise Owen and husband Mark, both of Collierville, Tennessee, his brother, Jack Wise of Grapevine, Texas, and eight grandchildren; Justin Lieblong, Jordan Lieblong, Jay Lieblong, Charles Wise, Dalton Wise, Wesley Owen, Austin Owen, and Amelie Wise. He had one sister, Geri Paul who preceded him in death. Pallbearers were his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers were members of Mr. Wise's Sunday School Class and members of the Forrest City Lions Club. Services for Mr. Wise were held at the First Baptist Church in Forrest City at 11 Monday, March 19, 2007 with burial in Forrest Park Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday evening 6 to 8, at the First Baptist Church with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Memorials are to be made to the First Baptist Church, 501 N. Rosser, Forrest City, Arkansas, 72335, or the Forrest City Lions Club. Paid obituaryPublished: 2007-03-19
WISE MILLIE MRS. UNK 4 14 1902 DEMOCRAT
DEMOCRAT TIMES=Mrs.Millie Wise of Sand Ridge, died Monday, Apr.14,1902, and was buried the next day at the Democrat Cemetery. She had been an invalid for the past ten years and her death was a surprise to no one. 4-18-1902
WISE WILLIAM 10 19 1933 10 29 2005 FORREST CITY NATIIVE USAF-RETIRED
Mr. William "Sonny" Wise, age 72, of Forrest City, died Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East.He was born Oct. 19, 1933, in Forrest City.Mr. Wise was retired from the United States Air Force. He is survived by a daughter, Robin Solomon of Fort Worth, Texas; two brothers, Robert Wise and Clifford Wise both of Rodchester, N.Y.; one sister, Glenda Faye Wise, of Houston, Texas; and two grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Wise will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2005, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Lane Chapel CME Church with Rev. Ronald Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest City Cemetery.
WITHERS THOMAS JEFFERSON UNK 12 31 1903 WIDENER
T.J.Withers Killed-Sam McFall, a farmer shoots him twelve times through the intestines. News reached here by telephone yesterday morning, Dec.31,1903, of an shooting affray between T.J.Withers, a merchant of Widener, and Sam McFall, a farmer, with whom he had business. McFall had brought a bale of cotton in, and after a spirited bidding between the buyers at Widener, it was sold by Withers consent to McBee, McFall claimed money for picking the cotton, and McBee told him to come back in the morning and he would pay it. In the meantime, Withers stopped this payment, claiming the cotton on account. The men were standing on or near the railroad track, in front of the business place of Withers, and had some conversation about this money for picking, McFall insisting that he was entitled to it and Withers should pay it. McFall says that Withers remarked to him, "Sam, you're going to keep on until I hurt you bad and quick; I'll do it now," and with that he backed off and drew his gun, a 32 calibre S & W, and began firing. McFall drew his gun, but it hung in his sweater, but in an instant both men emptied their guns. Withers shot five times at McFall, three shots taking effect one in his left forearm, and one on either side of his body, about six or eight inches below the armpits. None of these wounds are serious, all being flesh wounds. McFall shot four times, one cartridge missing fire, two of which took effect in the abdomen of Withers and from which he died in about three hours. McFall called the sheriff to give himself up,and then came over on the morning train. He was taken to the doctor's office, where he had his wounds dressed, and then was put in jail. Withers, though close in money matters and considered a hard man to deal with in a financial way, was a good citizen, a member of and leader in the church, and had the best interests of the community at heart. His untimely death is sorely regretted by a large circle of friends, and McFall himself says he is very sorry indeed that the tragedy occurred. His family has the sympathy of the entire community. 1-1-1904 SEE BIO
WITT WARREN A. 11 8 1916 9 30 1999 SUNSET USARMY
Warren A. Witt, age 82, of Wynne, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1999. He was born Nov. 8, 1916, in Jonesboro, and was the son of William J. Witt and Ada Evans Witt. He was a fire claims adjuster for Old Reliable Insurance Company. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the Wynne Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Barness Witt of Wynne; a son, Gary Witt of Memphis; a sister, Juanita Waddell of Jonesboro, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 4, 1999, at 1 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel in West Helena, with Bro. Wes George officiating with burial following in Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena.
WOFFORD JURL 1 1 1919 1 12 2000 CASTEEL NATIIVE
Jurl Wofford, 81, of Widener, died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2000, in Milwaukee, Wis. Mr. Wofford was born Jan. 1, 1919, in Widener and was a former highway construction worker. He was also a former member of the Widener City Council. He is survived by seven sons, Jewel Wofford of St. Louis, Mo., Herman Wofford of Bowling Green, Ken., Hal Wofford of Widener, Joel Wofford of Triangle, Va., Sterling Wofford of Woodbridge, Va., Gregory Wofford of Lancaster, Texas, and Carl Wofford of Lancaster, Calif.; seven daughters, Doris Hutcherson and Carol Wofford both of Dallas, Texas, Mable Brumfield of Milwaukee, Wis., Lillie Nelson of Cleveland, Ohio, Dorothy Witherspoon and Janice Wofford both of Kansas City, Mo., and Loretta Milow of Flint, Mich; five sisters, Flora Mae Harris, Laurean Hawkins, and Charlene Watson all of St. Louis. Mo., Ophelia Kimbrough of Detroit, Mich., and Artie Evans of Springfield, Ohio; three brothers, Albert Wofford of Madison, Otha Lee Wofford of Seattle, Wash., and Cornelius Wofford of Philadelphia, Pa.; 36 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be Saturday, Jan 15, 2000, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 16, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Widener Community Baptist Church. Funeral services will be Sunday, Jan 16, at 1 p.m. at Widener Community Baptist Church with Rev. R.J. Hill officiating. Burial will follow at CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WOFFORD WOODY ALBERT 12 27 2000 Woodlawn NATIIVE USARMY-WWII
Mr. Woody Albert Wofford, age 76, of Toledo, Ohio died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2000 at Toledo Hospital.Mr. Wofford, a native of Widener,was the son of Jerry and Ethel Wofford. He served in the U.S. Army in 1943 and was a retired HVAC/R technician from Lucas County Metropolitan Housing Authority in Toledo where he had over 42 years of service.Mr. Wofford is survived by his wife, Geneva Wofford; two daughters, Sharon Wofford, of Toledo, Ohio, Carolyn Langseth, of Longview, Texas; four sons, Barry Wofford, Eric Wofford, both of Toledo, Ohio, Shelby Wofford, Richard Wofford, both of Columbus, Ohio; four grandchildren and a great-grandson. He was preceded in death by a brother, Nathaniel Wofford; a sister, Helen Wofford and a granddaughter.Funeral services for Mr. Wofford were held Thursday, Jan. 4, 2001, at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Toledo, Ohio with Rev. Raymond Bishop officiating. Burial followed at Woodlawn Cemeter under the direction of Dale Funeral Home.
WOLFF OSCAR PRESLEY SHERIFF 5 8 1852 6 27 1912 LOUGHRIDGE NATIIVE
6-28-1912 DEATH OF MR.OSCAR PRESLEY WOLFF=Esteemed citizen succombs to tuberculosis after long and painful illness. Mr.Oscar Presley Wolff, one of the best known citizens of St.Francis county and a gentleman who was greatly esteemed by a legion of good friends, died yesterday, June 27,1912, at his home in this city and was buried this morning in the Loughridge graveyard in Johnson township. Deceased was sixty years of age the 8th day of May last, and since the spring of 1908 when he, in company with his friend Mr.S.M.Blalock of Colt, narrowly escaped being asphyxiated in a room at the Fransiota Hotel in Memphis, has steadily gone downward physically. For 5 or 6 months past, deceased had been in such a delicate and frail condiiton, he was unable to leave his home. O.P.Wolff was a native of St.Francis county, having been born at the old family homestead on Taylor's Creek, near Colt in Telico township. He was a brave and fearless man and for for quite a number of years was a prominent figure in the life of our city and county. At the time of his death he was, and for the past six or eight years had served the levee board as tax collector for this county. Prior to his election as collector for the levee board, he had served as City Marshall of Forrest City for several terms where he served with distinction. Deceased was married in the latter 70's to Mrs.Annie Gurley to which union three children were born, viz, Annie, Edward, and Loyd, the former now being the wife of Mr.Paul Logston of Little Rock, all of whom survive him. The funeral arrangements include passage of the remains on the Iron Mountain to Colt, and thence by hearse to Loughridge where Father Bearinger of the Catholic church will perform the last rites.
WOMACK JOHN 1852 4 12 1912 CITY
4-19-1912 DEATH OF JOHN WOMACK=It is sweet to think and know that friendship is more than a mere word. The death of Mr.John Womack and his burial prompted these thoughts, held at the Underaking Parlors of A.L.Stevens, where a few old time friends, who had stood by John from early days, through sickness and death, ministering to his wants, gathered to pay last tribute to his memory. Rev.F.W.Gee of the Methodist church, officiated. Interment was had in the Forrest City cemetery when the cortege left the parlors to follow the remains to the final resting place. John was a native of Virginia, and was about sixty two years of age. He moved to this city in 1872, coming here with his cousin, Abe Long, and going into business with him in a building which then stood near where Turley Bros. & Gilliam are now doing business. Later the business was moved to a building where now stands Hatcher's Livery Stable. John here following his trade as a tinner. Reverses came to this business, and he was thrown on his own resources. He worked his trade here at Forrest City, in Memphis, and at other places until failing health compelled him to cease his labors. John had been in bad health for several years, but had been able to keep going through the assistance of a few faithful friends. His last modest venture was made a few months ago, and he was able to scrape along until the last illness made him bedfast, until he passed last Friday night, Apr.12,1912.
WOMACK PEARL MRS. 3 1 1906 6 9 2004 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Pearl Womack, age 98, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, June 9, 2004, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital. She was born in New Albany, Miss. Mrs. Womack is survived by a niece, Carrie Stewart of Widener and many other relatives and friends.Funeral services for Mrs. Womack will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2004, at 11 a.m., at the Widener Church of God in Christ with Elder Emmett Larry officiating. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS. Clay Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. B.MAR.1,1906
WOMACK S. 2 4 1904 UNKNOWN
Killed by Cars=It was reported that Squire John J.Ables, of Little Rock, had been run over and killed by the north bound No.102, Engineer William Burns, and Conductor Chas.Moore of the St.Louis and Iron Mountain RR passenger train at Colt last night. The Times called up Mr.Block, at Colt, this morning, and he informed us that a man had been killed by the train last night, about two miles south of Colt, on the Littlefield farm; that he was a stranger; that he had a bible in his pocket, with the name Hiram Warnick written on the fly leaf; that he had evidently been very drunk; had vomited, and had a bottle of whiskey on his person at the time of the accident. The Coroner Alley went up this morning, and has not returned as we go to press.2-12-1904 It is learned that Coroner Alley had the body buried by a man in a hole, no coffin or blanket, shame on him as he had money and it should have been used by the Coroner to bury the stranger in a better manner than that which he had done. Signed:M.E.Williams/C.E.Vinson/G.W.Leget/V.G.Milton/J.T.Phillippe/W.A.Weddington and about ten others signed the note. 2-5-1904
WOMACK WILLIAM G. 8 18 1927 8 28 2003 BELL
Mr. William G. Womack, age 76, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003, at his home.Mr. Womack was born Aug. 18, 1927, in Ashport, Tenn., the son of Calvin Luther and Rosa Johnson Womack. He was a mechanic and a Baptist.Mr. Womack is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Womack of the home; two sons, William Womack Jr. of New Jersey and Kenny Womack of North Carolina; five daughters, Shelia Allard, Kathleen Womack, Erin Ginge, Shannon Clark and Colleen Womack, all of New Jersey; two brothers, Robert Womack of New Jersey and Claude Womack of Horseshoe Lake; three sisters, Francis Womack, Betty Yount, both of Arlington, Tenn. and Margaret McCoughlin of Ripley, Tenn. and several grandchildren.Graveside services for Mr. Womack will be held on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Bell Cemetery in Palestine with Bro. Dustin Lemke officiating. Morgan Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
WOOD A. C. UNK 1904 UNKNOWN
OBITUARY-God in his all wise but insrutable providence, has, brought the Angel of Death, visited our fold, and taken from our midst our beloved brother A.C.Wood. Brother Wood was a consistent and consecrated Christian. Always reliable to bear his part in every good word or work, and his place will be hard to fill. He was a devoted husband, a kind and affectionate father and an honored citizen. Truly a good man of Israel has fallen. His death was not altogether unexpected, as he had been in declining health for some time. The Baptist Church Nov.1904. 12-2-1904
WOOD BRANDON 2008
Brandon WoodPublished: Wednesday, October 15, 2008CHARLOTTE - Brandon Wood, 35, of Charlotte died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, in Newark.Born Dec. 20, 1972, in Batesville, he was the son of Dennis L. and Becky West Wood. He was the class president of the 1991 graduating class of Cord-Charlotte High School. He was a welder at the power plant in Newark. He enjoyed deer and duck hunting, bareback riding, sketching and painting wildlife and being with and cooking for his friends.Survivors include a son, Chantrey Walker Wood of Batesville; a daughter, Kenzey Cheyenne Wood of Batesville; a brother, Cameron Wood of Charlotte; his parents of Charlotte; his grandparents, Marvin West of Sulphur Rock and Willie Ray Wood of Charlotte; several cousins, including April Murphree, Cindy Bishop and Adam West; a nephew, Brady Wood; two nieces, Whitney Wood and Brooklyn Wood; and several uncles and aunts.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walker Wood and Jeanette West; an uncle, Hersheal Wood; and a cousin, Christopher Wade West.The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Sulphur Rock Baptist Church with Mike Conyers officiating. Burial will be in Charlotte Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.Pallbearers will be John Steer, Cameron Wood, Tim Davis, Bobby Power, Adam Owens and Josh Shands.Honorary pallbearers are his cousins.Visitation will be from 5 to 8 tonight.Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, Mid-South Division, 901 North University Ave., Little Rock, AR 72207.
WOOD DONALD EUGENE 7 2 1943 6 21 2003 PARKIN
Mr. Donald Eugene "Don" Wood, age 59, of Parkin, died Saturday, June 21, 2003, at his home.Mr. Wood was born on July 2, 1943, in Wynne, the son of Roy and Helen Doss Wood. He was a propane truck driver for the farmers co-op in Parkin for 15 years, a farmer and a police officer in Parkin. He was also a member of the Togo Baptist Church.Mr. Wood married Annie Sue Voyles Wood in 1963, and she survives him along with both his parents; a son, Charlie Wood of Jonesboro; two sisters, Deborah Kay Bassham of Hardy and Juliene Busby of Forrest City; and one grandchild.Funeral services for Mr. Wood were held on Tuesday, June 24, 2003, at 2 p.m. graveside in Parkin Cemetery with Dr. Fred Spann officiating. Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne was in charge of arrangements.
WOOD J. J. SQUIRE 1827 9 8 1911 FCTIMES
9-15-1911 DEATH=DEATH OF SQUIRE J.J.WOOD=One of St.Francis County's oldest and best citizen goes to his reward. We have received meager news of the death of Squire J.J.Wood, of Prairie township. He was born in Maury County, Tennessee, in 1827, came to this county soon after the war, about 1865 or 1866, and died at his home near Palestine, Sep.8,1911, of kidney trouble and complications. He was 84 years of age. A member of Cumberland Presbyterian church and of the Masonic fraternity, and lived an upright, Godly life. His remains were interred in the family cemetery on Saturday in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives, and we have heard the Presbyery was in session, and ministers held the ceremony who attended the body. He is survived by several children, Bob and Lucius Wood, Mrs.Watts, of Texas, and others whom we did not receive the names. Squire Wood was a familiar figure in Forrest City and will be missed.
WOOD JORENE MRS. ROUNSAVALL 7 18 1924 10 22 2005 BELL
Mrs. Jorene Wood, age 81, of Palestine, died Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at her home.Mrs. Wood was born July 18, 1924, in Almyra, the daughter of William Dudley Rounsavall and Evelyn Hoskins Rounsavall. She lived in Palestine for most of her life, was a housewife and a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Palestine.Mrs. Wood married Wilbur Wood in 1944 and he survives her along with two sons, Scott Wood of Spokane, Wash. and Jerry Wood of Fort Smith; one daughter, Cindy Fortenberry of Palestine; one sister, Shirley Jean Jones of Eureka Springs; one brother, Norman Rounsavall of Little Rock; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Wood will be held on Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at 2 p.m. at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Palestine. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery.
WOOD MARTHA MRS 3 18 1849 7 12 1896 FCTIMES
IN MEMORIAM-THE SUBJECT OF THIS SKETCH IS MRS.MARTHA J. WOOD, WAS BORN IN GEORGIA, ON THE 18TH OF MARCH, 1849, AND DIED AT THE RESIDENCE OF HER HUSBAND. WM.R.WOOD, IN POINSETT COUNTY, ARKANSAS, ON THE 12TH OF JULY, 1896. OF THE TEN CHILDREN WHO KNEW HER TENDER CARE, ONLY EIGHT SURVIVE HER, AND MOURN THE LOSS OF ONE WHO CONSTANTLY AND WITHOUT FAIL, FOR SO MANY YEARS, FULFILLED ALL THE LOVING AND HOLY DUTIES OF MOTHERHOOD. MRS.WOOD, WAS IN THE BEST SENSE, A CHRISTIAN MOTHER, WHO TAUGHT TO ALL ABOUT HER BY CONDUCT AND PRECEPT THAT IT WAS NOT ALL OF LIFE TO LIVE, NOR HAPPILY ALL OF DEATH TO DIE.7-31-1896
WOOD MICHELLE LYNN MRS. JARMAN 1969 5 6 2001 CRITTENDON MEMORIAL
Mrs. Michelle Lynn Wood, age 32, of Hughes, died Sunday, May 6, 2001, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mrs. Wood, an assistant manager at Freds, is survived by her husband, James Wood of Marion; two daughters, Kirby Lynn White and Kelsey Allison Grant, both of Hughes; her father, Mitchell Jarmon of Memphis; her mother, Linda Young of Hughes and a grandparent, K.D. Kirly of Hughes.Visitation for Mrs. Wood will be Wednesday, May 9, 2001, at 6 p.m., at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 10, 2001, at 1 p.m., at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park Cemetery in Marion under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
WOOD ROY WAYNE 12 3 1923 4 4 2005 PARKIN USARMY-WWII
Mr. Roy Wayne Wood, age 81, of Parkin, died Monday, April 4, 2005, at Cross Ridge Community Hospital in Wynne.Mr. Wood was born Dec. 3, 1923, in Jonesboro, the son of Joe Wood and Edna Page Wood. Mr. Wood was a native of Parkin and served in the South Pacific during World War II in the United States Army. He returned to Parkin and was a farmer for many years before retiring in the late 1990's. Mr. Wood was a member of the First Baptist Church in Parkin and served as a deacon, a choir member and a former Sunday School teacher. He was also a member of the American Legion Post in Parkin and was active with the Little League Baseball program in Parkin.In 1941, Mr. Wood married Helen C. Doss and she survives him, along with two daughters, Juliene Busby of Forrest City and Debby Bassham of Hardy; one brother, Gerald Wood of Jonesboro; two sisters, Blanche Hite of Greenville, Miss., and Wilma Wood of Parkin; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Wood was preceded in death by three brothers, William Wood, James Wood and Harold Wood and a son Don Wood.Funeral services for Mr. Wood were held on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Parkin with Rev. John Finn officiating. Burial followed in Parkin Cemetery under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne.
WOOD THOMAS 1964 12 17 2005 ALABAMA HERITAGE
Mr. Thomas "Shawn" Wood, 41, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2005 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama. He had battled with cancer over the last few years.He leaves his wife of 18 years, Renee Pounders Wood; two daughters, Jessica and Sarah; his parents, Kay and Tom Wood; a sister, Sheri Dykes and a brother Randall S. Wood Sr., all of Montgomery, Alabama.He is also survived by his father-in-law, Alvin Pounders of Colt, Arkansas; a brother-in-law, Dennis Gillenwater; a nephew, Scott Gillenwater, both of Erie, Pennsylvania; a niece, Trish Gillenwater Davidson and her husband Drew Davidson, both of New York.He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Elizabeth "Pete" Pounders and sister-in-law, Alva Pounders Gillenwater of Colt and Forrest City, Arkansas.He was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama.Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005 at 2 pm at Calvary Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama under the direction of Alabama Heritage Funeral Home. Interment was at Alabama Heritage Cemetery.
WOODALL BENNIT W. 10 3 1919 6 6 1967 HUGHES
June 6, 1967 Newspaper Obit-Mr. Bennit W. (Bill) Woodall Funeral services for Bennit W. (Bill) Woodall, 47, of 211 Franklin Street, will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Stevens Funeral Home Services will be conducted by Rev. J. C. Wells with burial to follow in Hughes Cemetery. Mr. Woodall was killed at about 9:10 p.m. Friday when he was struck by a Cotton Belt freight train on the Rock Island railroad tracks about a half-mile west of the Rock Island depot. Born in Knoxville, Ark., on October 3, 1919, he was the son of Mrs. Martha White Woodall and Ben Woodall. He was a painter and laborer. Survivors include two sons, Floyd Woodall of Fairmont, Ind., and Raymond Woodall, in ?? Marines in Vietnam; his mother, Mrs. Ben Woodall, of Forrest City; two sister, Mrs. Janie Joradn of Forrest City and Mrs. Paradine Everetts of Chicago; and four grandchildren.
WOODALL MARTHA ANN MRS WHITE 9 28 1890 5 1968 HUGHES
May 24, 1968-Mrs. Woodall Dies; Services Held Today Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Ann Woodall, 77, who died Friday in Forrest Memorial Hospital, were held at 2 today at Stevens Funeral Home. Rev. J. C. Wells conducted the services. Burial was in Hughes Cemetery. Mrs. Woodall was born at Eupora, Miss., on Sept. 28, 1890, the daughter of Mrs. Emily Girline Williams White and Jonathan Richard White. She had lived in the Forrest City area since 1919. Her husband Ben Woodall, whom she married in 1906, died in 1940. Mrs. Woodall is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Janie Jordan of Forrest City and Mrs. Paradine Everetts of Chicago; a sister, Mrs. Eva Freeman of Cherry Valley; two brothers, Richard White of Tutwiler, Miss., and Henry White of Rolling Fork, Miss.; six grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
WOODARD CAROL JEAN MRS. SWIFT 8 10 1950 3 23 2004 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Carol Jean Woodard, age 53, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, March 23, 2004, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Science in Little Rock. She was a member of the Macedonia M.B. Church in Madison.Mrs. Woodard is survived by her husband, Jessie L. Woodard of Forrest City; her mother, Geneva Jones Swift of Forrest City; four sons, Clifton A.M. Woodard and Vincent C. Woodard both of Forrest City, Jessie L. Woodard Jr. of Los Angeles, Calif. and Jerry Woodard of Dallas, Texas; four daughters, Kristi D. Hall, Tamika K. Woodard both of Forrest City, Carolyn Hall of Memphis and Koeiger Worshams of Los Angeles, Calif. ; four sisters, De'Cheryl C.C. Swift of Blenheim, N.J., Dorothy Brandon of Chicago, Ill., Mattie Harris of St. Louis, Mo. and Evelyn Norwood of Memphis; five brothers, John C. Swift of Dallas, Texas, Jerrell C. Swift of Desoto, Texas, Darrell Swift of Forrest City, Lemuel Swift of Cedar Hill, Texas and Leonard T. Swift of Marion and 18 grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Woodard will be held on Monday, March 29, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Beth Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at 12 p.m., at Beth Salem Baptist Church, with Rev. Roy Coleman officiating. Burial will follow in Paradise Gardens in Edmondson. Woodard Funeral Services of Wynne is in charge of all arrangements. 0PER SSDI:CAROL J WOODARD 10 Aug 1950 23 Mar 2004 (V) 72335 (Forrest City
WOODARD FANNIE MS 9 29 1931 3 30 2001 PARADISE GARDENS
29 Sep 1931, Ms. Fannie Woodard, age 69, of Forrest City, died Friday, March 30, 2001, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Ms. Woodard is survived by two daughters, Darlene Bradley and Arlene Woodard, both of Forrest City; two sons, Sammy Woodard and Bobby Woodard, both of Forrest City; seven sisters, Catherine Simmons of Jackson, Miss., Lola Bell Powell of Cleveland, Ohio, Mary Alice Goodman of St. Louis, Mo., Lucy Crawford of Shell Lake, Charlsie Woodard of Forrest City, Ruthie Mae Bowman of Little Rock and Annie Bobo of Heth; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Visitation for Ms. Woodard will be Friday, April 6, 2001, from 10 a.m. to noon at Union Grove M.B. Church with the funeral following at noon. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS in Edmondson under the direction of Anthony Funeral Home of West Memphis.
WOODARD SARAH 12 28 1903 1 27 2002 PARADISE GARDENS
Mrs. Sarah "Dola" Woodard, age 98, of Madison, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2002, at the Specialty Hospital in West Covina, Calif.Mrs. Woodard, born Dec. 18, 1903, in Carthage, Miss., is survived by five sons, J.C. Woodard of Fayetteville, N.C., Jesse Woodard of Forrest City, and Winston Woodard, Vernell Woodard and Linell Woodard, all of Pomona, Calif.; four daughters, Ruby King of Detroit, Mich., Lorraine Franklin of Forrest City, Earline Foster of Indianapolis, Ind. and Lynn Woodard of Madison; 64 grandchildren; 72 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren and one great-great-great grandchild.Visitation services for Mrs. Woodard will be held, Friday, Feb. 1, 2002, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services for Mrs. Woodard will be held Saturday, Feb. 2, 2002, at 11 a.m. at Madison Light Baptist Church with Rev. Charles E. Franklin officiating. Burial will follow in PARADISE GARDENS under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WOODFORK ELZO 8 16 1952 3 6 2004 CASTEEL NATIIVE
Mr. Elzo Woodfork, age 51, of Forrest City, died Saturday, March 6, 2004.Mr. Woodfork, a crane operator at Mueller in Wynne, was born Aug. 16, 1952, in Forrest City. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Woodfork of Forrest City; his father, Arthur Woodfork of Colt; a son, Carlos Woodfork of Parkin; a daughter Shannon Woodfork of Little Rock; six brothers, Larry Woodfork and Thedore Woodfork both of Chicago, Ill., Thedore Woodfork of Detroit, Mich., Edward Woodfork Sr. and Herman Woodfork, both of Colt, and Eric Woodfork of Widener; three sisters, Louise Goodman of Chicago, Ill., Emma Jean Bell of Pontiac, Mich., and Denise Buford of Little Rock and six grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Woodfork will be held on Friday, March 12, 2004, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2004, at 2 p.m., at Riverside Baptist Church with Rev. Marland Brown officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL
WOODHOUSE JAMES SAMUEL SR 25 1930 2 17 2009 UNKNOWN USARMY AIR CORPS-WWII
Mr. James "Mister" Samuel Woodhouse Sr., age 92, of Forrest City, Arkansas, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Woodhouse was born June 12, 1916, in Friars Point, Mississippi, the son of John Augustus and Elizabeth Newton Woodhouse. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Johnny Woodhouse and George Jerry Woodhouse; a grandson, Robert Woodhouse Robinson; three brothers, Roosevelt Woodhouse, Clarence Woodhouse and Johnnie Woodhouse Sr.; four sisters, Louise Scott, Mary Dykes, Lillie Greenwood and Theresa Frazier. Mr. Woodhouse completed his formative education in Marion, Arkansas. He was a World War II Air Force Veteran and was an active member of Christ Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee for 39 years. After 38 years of employment with Dover Elevator Company in Horn Lake, Mississippi, he retired and moved to Forrest City and opened Woodhouse Mortuary. He was also a member of Beth Salem Baptist Church in Forrest City. Mr. Woodhouse is survived by his wife, Pearline D. Norwood Woodhouse; sons James Woodhouse Jr., Harold Woodhouse and Burl Woodhouse all of Memphis and Darrell K. Norwood Sr., of Peoria, Ill.; daughters Veronica Banks, Lenora Woodhouse, Brenda Hampton and Annette Clark all of Memphis and LaShia Hawkins of Colt, Arkansas. He is also survived by a brother, Matthew Woodhouse of Detroit, Mich.; a sister, Stella Driver of Forrest City; 27 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation for Mr. Woodhouse will be held on Friday, February 20, 2009, from 12 to 6 p.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Beth Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Rayfield Walker officiating. Woodhouse Mortuary and Johnson Funeral Home are in charge of all arrangements. Published: 2009-02-19
WOODHOUSE JOHNNY SR 5 22 1919 6 10 2007 JEFFERSON BARRACKS
Mr. Johnny Woodhouse Sr., age 88, of East St. Louis, Mo., died Sunday, June 10, 2007. Mr. Woodhouse was born May 22, 1919, in Earle, the son of Gus Woodhouse and Lizzie Woodhouse. He is survived by six sons, Johnny Woodhouse Jr., Michael Woodhouse, Sylvester Woodhouse, Wyatt Woodhouse, Huey Woodhouse, Woodhouse and Shelby Woodhouse all of East St. Louis, Mo.; a daughter, Patricia Woodhouse of East St. Louis, Mo. and three brothers, James Woodhouse Sr. of Forrest City, Clarence Woodhouse of Chicago, Ill. and Matthew Woodhouse of Detroit, Mich. Funeral services for Mr. Woodhouse will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 17, 2007, at the Mt. Zion M.B. Church. Burial will be held at Jefferson National Cemetery in East St. Louis, Mo. M.E. Officer and Son Mortuary Chapel of East St. Louis, Mo. is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2007-06-15
WOODROME IRENE PRESTON MRS. 4 12 1918 4 20 2004 MARIANNA MEMORIAL
Mrs. Irene Preston Moye Woodrome, age 86, of Marianna, died Tuesday, April 20, 2004, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West Memphis.Mrs. Woodrome was born April 12, 1918, in Lee County, and was a member of Walls Chapel M.B. Church.Mrs. Woodrome is survived by a daughter, Carol Billingsly and one grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Vernon Woodrome.Funeral services for Mrs. Woodrome will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2004, at 10 a.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of Marianna. Burial will follow in Marianna Memorial Park.
WOODROME JOHN VERNON 1 1 1919 4 3 2002 MARIANNA MEMORIAL VET-WWII
Mr. John Vernon Woodrome, age 83, of Marianna, died Wednesday, April 3, 2002, at Crittenden Memorial Hospital in West MemphisMr. Woodrome, born Jan. 1, 1919, in Greenbriar, was the son of O.V. Woodrome and Willie Edna Lawrence Woodrome. He lived in Lee County for most of his life, was a retired farmer and a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the American Legion for over 50 years and was a member of Oak Forrest Methodist Church.In 1941, Mr. Woodrome married Irene Preston Moye Woodrome and she survives him. He is also survived by a daughter, Carol Billingsley of Marianna and a grandson.Funeral services for Mr. Woodrome were held today, Friday, April 5, 2002, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial followed in Marianna Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
WOODRUFF JESSIE MRS. WILSON 3 8 1914 4 16 2002 OAK GROVE
Mrs. Jessie Woodruff, age 88, of Moro, died Tuesday, April 16, 2002, in Forrest City.She was born March 8, 1914, the daughter of Robert Wilson and Rosa Kilgore. She was a member of the Wall Chapel Baptist Church and a retail grocer.Survivors include three daughters, Wanda Ballard and Sue Pullman, both of Marianna, and Carolyn Rowton of Forrest City; one son, Jim Woodruff of Little Rock; four brothers, Leo Wilson and Robert Wilson, both of Fairfield Bay, Lloyd Wilson of Cabot and James Wilson of Beebe; two sisters, Fluella Key of Moro and Louise Goacher of West Memphis; 12 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Woodruff and a son, Bobby Woodruff.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2002, at the Wall Chapel Baptist Church with Bro. Randy Baker officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Moro under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna.
WOODS GERTRUDE ETHEL MRS RHYMER 12 27 1917 5 24 2002 HUGHES
Mrs. Gertrude Ethel "Gerty" Rhymer Woods age, 84, of Forrest City, died Thursday, May 24, 2002, at her home.Mrs. Woods, the daughter of Thomas Rhymer and Cora Smithie Rymer, was born Dec. 27, 1917, in Caruth, Mo.. She was a homemaker and was of the Church of God faith. Prior to moving to Forrest City in 1985, Mrs. Woods had been a resident of the Tyronza and Twist area as well as the Wilson and Osceola area.Mrs. Woods is survived by three sons, Alfred Wright of Black Oak, Robert Wright of Forrest City and Thomas Wright of Harrisburg; seven daughters, Ethel Day of Memphis, Thelma Pate of Colt, Bernice Wright and Mary Holland, both of Forrest City, Stella Darling of Coldwater, Miss., Earline Halfacre of Gravette and Betty Mary of Illinois; 34 grandchildren and several great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Roy Wright and Buford Woods, as well as two sons, William Wright and Roy Wright Jr.Funeral services for Mrs. Woods were held Saturday, May 25, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne with Rev. Roger Smith, pastor of Cross Roads Original Church of God in Colt, officiating. Burial followed in Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of WynneB
WOODS GRACIE MRS SMITH 10 3 1920 5 21 2003 LOUGHRIDGE
Woods WYNNE --Gracie "Moe" Smith Woods, 82, longtime resident of Wynne, died Wednesday at her home. She was a member of New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church near Colt and had attended school in the Newcastle community near Forrest City. She was a homemaker. Survivors include one daughter, Janet Woods Dye of Wynne; one brother, Carl Smith of Forrest City; 11 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton J. Woods; her parents, J.T. and Toker Matlock Smith; one son, Charles Woods; two daughters, Mattie Faye Woods and Doris Morgan; three sisters; and one brother. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today in the chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne, with Eddie Addison and Tim Horton officiating. Burial will follow in LOUGHRIDGE Cemetery near Colt. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Beshears, Brian Dye, Tim Hamilton, Gary Harris, Brad Morgan, Danny Morgan, Stanley Williams and Bradley Wilson.
WOODS MARGURETIE MRS. GORDY 7 13 1915 12 27 2002 LOUGHRIDGE NATIIVE
Mrs. Marguerite Gordy Woods, age 87, of Memphis and formerly of Widener and Forrest City, died Friday, Dec. 27, 2002, at the Memphis Jewish Home.Mrs. Woods was born July 13, 1915, in St. Francis County, the daughter of William F. Gordy and Mollie Nichols Gordy.Mrs. Woods was a native of the Newcastle community, a general mercantile owner and operator near the Widener and Round Pond communities, a lifelong Methodist and an active member of both the Round Pond and Forrest Chapel Methodist Churches.Mrs. Woods is survived by a son, James Eugene Woods of Memphis; a sister, Ernestine Gordy Dooley of Germantown, Tenn.; and two grandsons, Peter Carr Woods of Washington D.C. and Taylor Woods of Charleston, S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward "Pete" Woods.Graveside services were held for Mrs. Woods on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2002 at Loughridge Cemetery with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
WOODS WILLIAM JAMES UNK 7 12 1926 HARRIS CHAPEL Co.E-20TH SOUTH CAROLINA INFANTRY
WOODS, William James Pvt, Co. E, 20th SC Inf, CSA; served 1861-1865; blinded during the war, moved from Georgia to Cross Co., AR where he raised a family and his descendants still live; was brother to Nathan Richmond Woods; died 12 Jul 1926; had Arkansas pension #2634 on 19 Aug 1897; widows application for Elma Jane Freeman Woods approved 19 Aug 1926.
WOODS WILMA MRS. STANLEY 10 12 1908 2 13 2004 NEW HAVEN
Mrs. Wilma Woods, age 95, of Forrest City, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at the Med in Memphis.Mrs. Woods was born in Lake County, Tenn., the daughter of Duff Stanley and Fred Robinston Stanley. She lived in St. Francis County for most of her life, was a former art teacher and school teacher. She was a member of the Garden Club, the Cosmos Club and a member of the First Baptist Church.Mrs. Woods married Frank E. Woods and he preceded her in death in 1979. She is survived by one niece, Joel Ann Whitlock of Forrest City and two nephews, Nathan E. Dodd and Randy Dodd, both of Martin, Tenn.Funeral services for Mrs. Woods were held on Monday, Feb. 16, 2004, at 9:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home and graveside at 3 p.m. at the New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely, Tenn.-
WOODSWORTH JIMMIE LOU MRS. SULLINS 2 5 1945 11 9 2004 MEMPHIS NATIONAL
Mrs. Jimmie Lou Woodworth, age 59, of Jonesboro and formerly of Forrest City, died at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004.Mrs. Woodworth was born Feb. 5, 1945, in Mississippi, the daughter of Earl Sullins and Skittie Lou Woods Sullins. She was a Baptist and a housewife.Mrs. Woodworth was preceded in death by two husbands, Gerald Wayne Coleman in 1984, and Herbert Woodworth in 1985. She is survived by her third husband, Lloyd Vail of Jonesboro; two sons, Randy and Carl Coleman, both of Jonesboro; one sister, Maxine Crouch of Tupelo; one brother, Bobby Dale Sullins of Memphis and four grandchildren.Visitation for Mrs. Woodworth will be from 6 to 8 tonight at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2004, at Stevens Funeral Home, with burial to follow at the Memphis National Cemetery at 1 p.m.
WOOLDRIDGE SAMUEL LEE 7 14 1944 5 7 2003 THAYER
Mr. Samuel Lee "Sam" Wooldridge, age 58, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, May 7, 2003, in Lakeland Tenn.Mr. Wooldridge was born July 14, 1944, in Mammoth Springs, the son of Jesse Lee Wooldridge and Joyce Irene Thomasson Wooldridge. He served as vice president of a bank in Jackson, Miss. and Memphis, and a credit manager of the First National Bank of Eastern Arkansas. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and was founder of the Scholarship Trust Fund. He was also a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the First Baptist Church.Mr. Wooldridge married Rachel Ammons in 1976, and she survives him along with two daughters, Theresa Moore of Yuma, Ariz. and Anne Crossland of Phoenix, Ariz.; one son, Jon Scot Wooldridge of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a sister, Joy Boteler of Fredricksburg, Va.; one brother, Dennis Wooldridge of Hot Springs; three grandchildren; and a host of other relative and friends.Visitation for Mr. Wooldridge will be held on Friday, May 9, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2003, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held following at 5:30 p.m. in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Mo. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
WOOLRIDGE OSCAR UNK 9 29 1906 MISSISSIPPI
Oscar Woolridge Killed=H.N.Wheeler fires on friend with deadly result. Left Memphis on friendly terms, and Wheeler killed Woolridge apparently because he was restrained from attacking flagman. The incident occurred at Lake Cormerant, Mississippi, just before midnight, last Saturday, Sep.29.1906. Both men are well known in Memphis. Mr.Wheeler is a son of Capt.H.P.Wheeler, who has large mill and lumber interests in Madison. It seems that while taking a buggy ride home from the depot, an Illinois Central train stood blocking the intersection where they wished to pass, Wheeler had been drinking, and threatened the flagman, and took a shot at him, when Woolridge interfered, whereupon three shots were put into his breast, killing him about six hours afterwards. Woolridge is unmarried, and was an overseer on the plantation of Dr.J.C.Conners. The body was interred in the family cemetery ten miles east of Lake Cormerant. Wheeler was arrested and taken to the Hernando jail by Sheriff Withers. 10-5-1906
WOOTEN LEAFY MRS. LUCAS 4 10 1912 1 21 2003 COGBILL
Mrs. Leafy Lucas Wooten, age 90, of Parkin, died Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2003, at Cross Ridge Community Hospital in Wynne.Mrs. Wooten was born April 10, 1912, in Bessemer, Ala., the daughter of Sylvester and Myrtle Northcutt Lucas. She was a homemaker, a former clerk at Baddours Dry Goods Store in Parkin, and a member of the First Baptist Church in Parkin.Mrs. Wooten is survived by three daughters, Johnnie Powers of Newport, Ann Scott of Las Vegas, Nev. and Mary Jo Givens of Greenwood, Miss.; one sister, Tommie Bailey of Forrest City; a brother Dean Lucas of Parkin; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Wooten and a daughter, Evelyn Wooten.Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 23. 2003 at the Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home in Wynne with Rev. Rodney Alexander officiating. Burial followed in COGBILL in Wynne.
WOOTEN MARGARET JANE MRS. KIRK 8 22 1933 7 27 2003 PINE LOG
Mrs. Margaret Jane Wooten, age 69, of Jonesboro, died Sunday, July 27, 2003, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Science.Mrs. Wooten was born Aug. 22, 1933, in Paragould, the daughter of Alex and Martha L. Ezell Kirk. She was a resident of Jonesboro for her entire life and was a Baptist.Mrs. Wooten is survived by her husband, Harold Wooten of the home; two sons, Terry Wooten and Ronnie Wooten both of Jonesboro; four daughters, Mary Prince of Brookland, Connie Davis and Bonnie K. Wooten both of Jonesboro and Betty Brinson of Hernando, Miss.; two brothers, Robert Kirk of Jonesboro and Alex Kirk of Forrest City; a sister, Mary Kirk of Detroit, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, David Wooten in 1996; and a grandson, Joshua Wooten in 1995.Visitation services for Mrs. Wooten will be held on Tuesday, July 29, 2003, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2003, graveside at Pine Log Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Robbie McMasters officiating
WOOTEN N. E. UNK 2 26 UNK SUNSET MEMORIAL
N.E. Wooten, 86, died Monday, Feb. 26, at Helena Regional Medical Center. He was a farmer. Surviving are three sons, Ray Wooten and Richard Wooten of Nacogdoches, Texas and Robert Wooten of West Helena; four sisters, Laura Motsinger of England, Rachea Lance of Helena, Betty Vetkos of Klamath Falls, Or. and Nora Hornbeak of Hughes; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Lee Wooten and one son, Kenneth Edward Wooten. Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 at Rondo Baptist Church with Rev. Austin Hamilton officiating. Burial was in Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
WORD ADLAI C. UNK 4 1 1899 CITY
FORREST CITY TIMES 4-7-1899 Death of A. Word-"Adlai Word is dead." was the sorrowing sentence repeated by many of Forrest City's best men and women last Saturday evening, Apr.1,1899, that gentleman having expired at his home near Riverside, Ark. No more honest man ever lived than Adlai; brave, patriotic, and as tender hearted as a babe. Selfishness he abhorred. In loyalty and fidelity to his friends he equated Damon and Pythias. He was a characteristic Kentuckian. He came to Arkansas in 1872, and for many years was closely and pleasanty associated with our people, and when it was learned by his many friends here that he had been stricken with pneumonia, and subsequently had succumbed to the dreaded and fatal disease, universal sorrow and sympathy prevailed. He leaves a wife and one child. Amid a concourse of sorrowing friends, with tear stained cheeks, we registered Adlai as an inhabitant of the City of the dead, at Forrest City Cemetery, on April 3rd. We covered his grave with flowers, and left him in the hands of a just and merciful God. May that God watch over and protect the devoted and sorrowing wife, and the orphaned girl now just blooming into womanhood, and who was Adlai's idol; and in the by-and-by may they be a reunited household with the dear children who have preceeded them to the home of God.
WORLEY King UNK 4 1 1897 FCTIMES
King Worley was accidentally drowned near the military road last Friday, April 1,1897. We learn he lost his life while rafting logs. His body was recovered, and friends came to the city Saturday for the burial outfit.4-9-1897
WORLEY SAMUEL L. 9 15 1923 9 29 2005 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Samuel "Sam" Worley, age 82, of Forrest City, died Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005, at his home in Forrest City.Mr. Worley was born Sept. 15, 1923, in Wynne, the son of Lee Worley and Josie Thomas Worley. He lived in St. Francis County all of his life, was a farmer and a Baptist.Mr. Worley married Pauline Matlock in 1945 and she survives him along with one son, Dan L. Worley of Heber Springs; a brother, Ed Worley of Forrest City; three sisters, Lorene Clegg of Colt, Dora Draughon of Wynne and Clara Thompson of Forrest City; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Lula Frost earlier this year.Visitation for Mr. Worley will be held on Friday, Sept. 30, 2005, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2005, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Loughridge Cemetery.-Gravestone
WORSHAM NETTIE MISS 1914 2 12 2001 ASH GROVE
Ms. Nettie Worsham, age 87, of Cotton Plant, died Monday, Feb. 12, 2001, at White County Medical Center, in Searcy. Ms. Worsham is survived by one daughter, Pearlette Caraway of Kansas City, Mo. and a sister, Estella McKinley of Cotton Plant. Funeral services for Ms. Worsham will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Holy Tabernacle Church of God in Christ in Cotton Plant, with Rev. Grant Greer officiating. Burial will follow in Ash Grove Cemetery in Cotton Plant with McNeal Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
WORTHAM INFANT UNK 1 8 1911 FCTIMES
1-13-1911 DEATH=Mrs.J.B.Terry went to McCrory to attend the funeral of her sister's infant daughter. Her sister is Mrs.Mattie Wortham. The little one died Sunday morning, Jan.8,1911, and was buried in the cemetery at McCrory Monday.
WORTHINGTON RACHEL MISS DANLEY 11 20 1927 9 18 2007 BELL
Ms. Rachel Worthington, age 79, of Wynne, died Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2007. Ms. Worthington was born Nov. 20, 1927, in Garner, the daughter of Celus Washington and Bessie Rodgers Danley. She was of the Jehovah Witness Faith and retired from Sanyo Manufacturing in 1990. Ms. Worthington is survived by two daughters, Sandi Kimble of Bull Shoals and Arminta McFarland of Vandale; two sisters, Lorene Price of Wynne and Verla Jo Hobson of Helena-West Helena; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Arminta Wilson and three brothers. Funeral services for Ms. Worthington will be held on Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery in Palestine.Published: 2007-09-20
WRIGHT BRYSON 4 22 1925 3 15 2004 CASTEEL
Mr. Bryson "Buddy" Wright, age 78, of Forrest City, died Monday, March 15, 2004, at Baptist Hospital-East in Memphis.Mr. Bryson is survived by his wife, Louise Wright of the home; one son, James Wright of Wynne; four daughters, Arnetta Wright of Forrest City, Ruth Ann Harris and ReShell Brooks, both of Chicago, Ill. and Vicki Ethredge of Biloxi, Miss.; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.A viewing for Mr. Wright will be held from 12 to 1 p.m., on Saturday, March 20, 2004, at the Beth Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow on Saturday at 1 p.m., at the Beth Salem Baptist Church with Elder Ransom Smith officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL
WRIGHT CAROLYN MRS McQUEEN 2008 MT.VERNON
Carolyn Wright, 88, of Helena passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2008 in Helena with her children by her side. Mrs. Wright was born June 29, 1920 in Carollton, Missouri to the late Frank T. McQueen and the late Bille Rice McQueen. She was an assistant librarian at Central High School and worked for Economy Drug in Helena. She was a great supporter of the Phillips County Chapter of Lions Club World Vision Aid. Mrs. Wright was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Helena.She is survived by her son, Bob Wright, Jr. and wife, Vivian, of Helena; daughters, Beth Bullard and husband, Commie, of Searcy, Arkansas and Susan Shields of Little Rock, Arkansas; five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews.Mrs. Wright was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert "Bob" Wright", Sr.; an infant son; and a brother, J.W. McQueen.Graveside services for Carolyn Wright will be held on Friday, September 12, 2008 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Forrest City, Arkansas. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens. Father Travis Frank will officiate. Memorials may be made to St. Johns Episcopal Church, 625 Pecan Street, Helena, Arkansas 72342; Lions World Services for the Blind Rehabilitation Center, 2811 Fair Park, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204; or Helena-West Helena Public Libraries, 623 Pecan Street, Helena, Arkansas 72342 or 721 W Plaza Street, West Helena, Arkansas 72390.Services directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
WRIGHT FLOYD L. 8 12 1953 4 28 1977 FPARK USARMY-VIETNAM
Birth: Aug. 12, 1953 Death: Apr. 28, 1977 [Edit Dates] 04/28/1977 Mr. Floyd Wright.Floyd Wright, 23, of Laredo, Texas, died Thursday afternoon on Falcon Lake in Zapata County, Texas. Wright drowned while fishing with a fried. Born Aug. 12, 1953, in Helena, Wright is the son of Mrs. Betty Sue Bryant Wright and Mr. Harry M. Wright. He made his home in Palestine until moving to Laredo a year ago. Wright was an oil company employee, a Vietnam veteran and a Baptist. He was married to Cherie Lynn Colston in 1973. She survives him along with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wright of Palestine. Other survivers include two brothers, Harold M. Wright with the U. S. Army in Hawaii and Charles P. Wright of Palestine, four sisters, Patricia Roxanne Wright, Alma Sue Wright, Gloria Gregg Wright, Pamela Gregg Wright, all of Palestine, also survive. He also leaves his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Wright of Jasper, Ala., Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Steinbeck of West Helena and Mr. Lester Bryant of Forrest City. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Stevens Funeral Home with Sis Crawley officiatiing. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery. FORREST CITY TIMES HERALD- Brenda Huntley Added: 8/27/2007
WRIGHT Harry Martin 5 9 1932 4 7 2004 FPARK ADRAN-USNAVY-Korea
Daddy-Next to Betty S.Wright0Mr. Harry Martin Wright, age 71, of Palestine, died Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at his home.Mr. Wright, born May 9, 1932, in Addison, Ala., was the son of Homer Wright and Mary Hill Wright. He lived in Palestine for most of his life and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Mr. Wright was also a member of the F.R.A., the Lions Club and was a former member of the Palestine City Council. He was a member of the Goodwin Baptist Church.In 1953 Mr. Wright married Betty Sue Wright and she preceded him in death in 1971. In 1971 he married Virginia Steinbeck and she survives him along with three sons, Harold Wright and Bradley Wright, both of Palestine, and Charley Wright of Wellford, S.C.; four daughters, Alma Wright of Palestine, Roxanne Pruitt and Pam Deen both of Marion and Gloria Hooker of Forrest City; two brothers, Henry Wright and James Wright, both of Jasper, Ala.; four sisters, Geraldine Sorrell of Clarksdale, Miss., Betty Faye Jones of West Helena, Alphie Mae Jones of Melwood, Mary Alice Rose of Wabash; and 14 grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a son, Floyd Wright and a brother, Bob Wright.Visitation for Mr. Wright will be held on Friday, April 9, 2004, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2004, at 10 a.m. in Steven's Chapel with burial following in Forrest Park Cemetery.
WRIGHT JAMES UNK 11 18 1900 Sand Ridge
James Wright died at the residence of J.M.Wallace on Sand Ridge, Sunday night, Nov.18,1900, after a brief illness, and was laid to rest in the Sand Ridge cemetery Monday.-11-23-1900
WRIGHT JODY UNK 10 8 1912 FCTIMES
10-25-1912 DEMOCRAT TIMES=Mr.Jody Wright passed from this earth on Tuesday, Oct.8,1912. His remains were buried in the cemetery on Wednesday. He leaves a wife and one little girl,, an uncle, a siste, and many other relatives and friends to mourn their loss.
WRIGHT JOHN WESLEY SR 1 4 1934 1 14 2009 CASTEEL NATIIVE
Mr. John Wesley Wright Sr., age 75, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center. Mr. Wright was born Jan. 4, 1934, in Forrest City, and was a retired custodian with Sanyo Manufacturing. He is survived by his wife, Artie Mae Wright, of the home; three sons, George Wright of Atoka, Tenn., John Wesley Wright Jr., of Forrest City and Guy Douglas of Augusta, Ga.; two daughters, Brenda Stovall of Lancaster, Texas and Shelia Wright of Jonesboro; eight brothers, Earnest Wright, Rolfe Wright, Paul Wright, Willie Wright, Albert Wright, Randolph Wright and Fenner Wright, all of Forrest City and Robert Wright of Chicago, Ill.; four sisters, Mary Taggart, Betty Flemming, Estella Taggart and Edna Willis, all of Forrest City and 12 grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Wright will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Prosperity M.B. Church with Rev. Lee O. Taggart Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Casteel Cemetery.Published: 2009-01-20
WRIGHT KENNETH SR. 7 9 1942 6 5 2001 CASTEEL NATIIVE
Mr. Kenneth "M.C." Wright Sr., age 58, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, June 5, 2001, at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis.Mr. Wright, born July 9, 1942, in Forrest City, was the son of Andrew Wright and Lee Ora Mooney Wright.Mr. Wright is survived by his wife, Octavia Morris Wright of Chicago, Ill.; two daughters, Andrea Wright and Lori Lewis, both of Danville, Ill.; three sons, Kenneth Wright Jr. of Danville, Ill., and Gregory Morris and Christon Muse, both of Chicago, Ill.; two sisters, Imogene Wright and Emma Goodwin, both of Forrest City; a brother, Jessie Wright of Forrest City and 15 grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Wright will be held Tuesday, June 12, 2001, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services for Mr. Wright will be held Wednesday, June 13, 2001, at 1 p.m. at United Christian M.B. Church with Rev. Lester Taggart officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL under the direction of Woodhouse Mortuary.
WRIGHT L. M. 9 17 1937 10 8 2003 FPARK NATIIVE
Mr. L.M. "Bud" Wright, age 66, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2003, at his home in Forrest City.Mr. Wright was born Sept. 17, 1937, in Palestine, the son of L.M. Wright Sr. and Mabel Irene Breedin Wright. He lived in Forrest City for most of his life and was a carpenter.Mr. Wright married Ruby Virginia Westmoreland in 1971 and she survives him along with four sons, Tommy Wright, Joe Wright, Larry Wright and Bobby Wright, all of Forrest City; four brothers, Robert Wright of Bayhalia, Miss., Donald Wright of Memphis, Billy Wright of Collierville, Tenn. and Soloman Wright of Forrest City; four sisters, Toby Weatherly of West Memphis, Janice Mitchell of Trenton, Tenn., Betty Nelson of Kansas City, Mo. and Ann Nichols of Stradford, Mo.; and three grandchildren.Visitation for Mr. Wright will be held on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 13, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
WRIGHT LYDA MAE MRS. 1 14 1907 4 5 2002 STANLEY GROVE NATIIVE
Mrs. Lyda Mae Wright of Blytheville, formerly of Forrest City, died Saturday, April 6, 2002, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Blytheville. She was 95.Mrs. Wright was born Jan. 14, 1907, in Jericho, Ark. She was a retired housekeeper.Survivors include two daughters, Tessie Okuseinde of Blytheville and Lena Thomas of Youngstown, Ohio; a sister, Frenchie Young of Chicago; 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held Friday, April 12, 2002, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Clay Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 13, 2002, at the Cornerstone M.B. Church with burial to follow in STANLEY GROVE under the direction of Clay Funeral Home of Forrest City.
WRIGHT MARVIN EDWARD 3 8 1959 5 22 2002 CASTEEL NATIIVE
Mr. Marvin Edward Wright, age 43, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, May 22, 2002, in Forrest City.Mr. Wright, born March 8, 1959, in Forrest City, was a plumber with the Forrest City School District. He is survived by his wife, Gwinda Wright of Forrest City; a son, Avian Wright of Forrest City; a daughter, Crenisha Wright of Forrest City; 10 brothers, John Wright, Willie Wright, Albert Wright, Fenner Wright, Earnest Wright, Rolfe Wright, Paul Wright and Randolph Wright, all of Forrest City and Robert Wright and Guy Wright, both of Chicago, Ill. and four sisters, Mary Taggart, Etter Willis, Estella Taggart and Betty Fleming, all of Forrest City.Visitation services for Mr. Wright will be held Saturday, May 25, 2002, at 11 a.m. at Prosperity M.B. Church with funeral services following at 11 a.m. Rev. Uzziah Duncan will officiate the services with burial following in CASTEEL under the direction of Clay Funeral Home.
WRIGHT ROBERT L. 4 3 1918 7 23 1968 MT.VERNON VET-WWII
7/23/1968 Bobby Wright's Services To Be At 2 Thursday. Funeral services for Robert L. "Bobby" Wright, 50, of West Helena, who died suddenly Tuesday evening in a Helena hospital of a heart attack, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Church of the Good Sheperd here. Rev. Phil Leach will conduct the services. Burial will be in Mt. Vernon Cemetery under direction of Stevens Funeral Home. Mr. Wright was born April 3, 1918, here, the son of Mrs. Alleyne Rollwage Wright and Edwin Price Wright. He spent his life here before moving to West Helena 12 years ago. A cotton buyer, he was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church at West Helena. He also was a veteran of World War II. Mr. Wright is survived by his wife, Mrs. Carolyn McQueen Wright, whom he married 30 years ago; a son, Robert L. Wright Jr. of Pine Bluff; two daughters, Beth Wright and Susan Wright, both of West Helena; his mother, Mrs. Alleyne White of Holly Grove; a brother, Edwin P. Wright Jr. of Memphis; a stepbrother, C. K. White, and a stepsister, Mrs. J. V. Bush, both of Ann Harbor, Mich.; and two grandchildren. The family requests that contributions be made to the Heart Fund in lieu of flowers.- Brenda Huntley Added: 9/21/2007 Forrest City Times Herald
WRIGHT Sallie Ann Mrs. UNK 11 12 1898 FCTIMES
Democrat-Mrs.Sallie Ann Wright, of Golden Lake, Ark., formerly of this place, died at her home, Nov.12,1898, and was brought to this place for interrment. She leaves many friends and relatives to mourn her loss.11-18-1898
WRIGHT VERA 5 7 1920 4 28 2002 UNKNOWN
Mrs. Vera Wright, age 82, of Bruceton, Tenn., died Sunday, April 28, 2002She was preceded in death in 1985 by her husband, Rev. Eugene Wright, former pastor of Goodwin Baptist Church and Palestine Baptist Church.She is survived by five sons, Billy Wright and Jimmy Wright of Camden, Tenn., Sherman Wright of Huntingdon, Tenn., Shelby Wright of Palestine and Jerry Wright of Chickasha, Okla.Funeral plans are incomplete at this time. Pryor Funeral Home of Calhoun, Miss. is in charge of arrangements.
WRIGHT WILLIE LOUIS 9 1 1921 1 10 2008 STUDDARD CROSS
Mr. Willie Louis Wright, age 86, of Hughes and formerly of Widener, died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2008, in Wynne. Mr. Wright was born Sept. 1, 1921, in Carbon Hill, Ala., the son of H.C. Wright and Julie Francis Cook Wright. He is survived by a son, Larry Wright of Fort Worth, Texas; four daughters, Shirley Gilbert and Carolyn Wright both of Springfield, Mo., Linda Wilson of Wynne and Judy Smith of Hughes; seven sisters, Meadie Milton, Bonnie Sweeney, Anna May Perry, Mag Thermon, Beckie Webb, Josephine Bailey, Kathleen Chelswold; 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Worthy Wright; two sons, Charles Ray Wright and Willie Wilford Wright; two brothers, Luther Wright and Leamon Wright; two sisters, Velma Alexander and Ludie Kembell and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Studdard Cross Road Church in Carbon Hill, Ala. Burial will follow in Studdard Cross Road Cemetery. Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.Published: 2008-01-11
WRIGHT JOE JR. 4 1910 10 20 1911 SAND RIDGE
10-27-1911 DEATH=Democrat Times=Mr.& Mrs.Joe Wright lost their little baby boy, Joe Jr., last Friday night, Oct.20,1911. The little fellow was 18 months old and had been ill for three weeks and a half. They took him to the doctor several times and did all they could to help save him, but to no avail. Father, mother, little sister, and grandparents, besides other relatives, mourn his death. He was buried in Sand Ridge cemetery. They have our kindly sympathy.
WRIGHT SCOTT ALLEN 5 16 1970 4 14 2007 FPARK NATIIVE
Mr. Scott Allen Wright, age 36, of Branson, Mo. and formerly of Palestine, died Saturday, April 14, 2007, at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Mr. Wright was born May 16, 1970, in Forrest City, the son of Shelby Wright and Ann Gross Wright. He was a farmer and a member of the First Baptist Church of Branson, Mo. He is survived by his parents, of Branson, Mo.; three sons, Tanner Wright and Jarrod Wright both of Forrest City and Christopher Herron of Palestine; a sister, Lisa Davis of Hollester, Mo.; a brother, Michael Dean Wright of Palestine and his grandfather Kenneth Gross of Ozark, Mo. Visitation for Mr. Wright will be held on tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel of Stevens Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.Published: 2007-04-16
WROTEN MYRLINE MRS. BRYANT 3 5 1925 11 13 2001 EGNER
Mrs. Myrline Bryant Wroten, age 76, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Mrs. Wroten was born March 5, 1925, in Izard County and was the daughter of Charles Monroe Bryant and Effie Eela Bryan. She was affiliated with the Church of Christ and was a captain for the Civil Air Patrol Arkansas 113. Mrs. Wroten is survived by her husband, Vester Wroten of the home; two sons, David Morgan of Garland, Texas and Kelley Wroten of West Memphis; two daughters, Mary D. Allen of Roswell, N.M. and Debbie Hempel of Bartlett, Tenn.; a sister, Daisey Massey of Desha; one grandchild and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Wroten will be held Friday, Nov. 16, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Morgan Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Egner Cemetery in Salado under the direction of Morgan Funeral Home.
WYATT PEGGY SUE MRS PRESLEY 9 29 1941 3 23 2003 FPARK
Mrs. Peggy Sue Wyatt, age 61, of Brinkley, died Sunday, March 23, 2003, at her home.Mrs. Wyatt was born Sept. 29, 1941, in Haynes, the daughter of Willard and Eva Inez Parrish Presley. She was a retired nurse and member of the Broadmoor Baptist Church in Brinkley.Mrs. Wyatt is survived by her mother of Forrest City; her husband, James Wyatt of Brinkley; one daughter, Tonya Sandage of Brinkley; six sisters, Norma Jean Davis and Barbara Biddle both of Forrest City, Louise Young of Hernando, Miss., Betty French of Palestine, Donna Held of Haynes and Elizabeth Oxner of Olive Branch, Miss., and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and one brother, Leon Presley.Visitation services for Mrs. Wyatt will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2003, in the Chapel of Morgan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 26, 2003, at 2 p.m. in Morgan Chapel with Bro. Jim Owens of the Broadmoor Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery.
WYERS PAUL J. JR. 9 28 1937 1 17 2003 PARKIN
Mr. Paul Wyers Jr., age 65, of Heth, died Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, in Jonesboro.Mr. Wyers, a retired farmer, is survived by a his wife, Vernell Wyers, of the home; a son, William Wyers of Marianna; one daughter, Evelyn Mannis of Marked Tree; six sisters, Sally Rice of Yuma, Ariz., Diane Hoakason of New Castle, Wyo., Betsy Pendley of Hot Springs, Elaine Palmer of Okaman, Ala., and Louise Hodge and Patricia McClaness, both of Jasper, Ala., and nine grandchildren.Funeral services for Mr. Wyers were held on Monday, Jan. 20, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Burial followed in Parkin Cemetery in Parkin.
WYFORD ANTHONY 1868 5 3 1908 FCTIMES
5-8-1908 A sawmill man by the name of Anthony Wyford, was accidentally drowned in Blackfish lake Sunday morning, May 3,1908. He attempted to launch a boat and slipped into the water. His companion says he never came to the surface, and evidently struck some obstacle, as he had a severe bruise on his head. He resided at Blackfish and worked at the Bonner mill. His friends sent for Stevens Bros., who prepared his body for shipment north, where he had family. He was about forty years of age.
WYLDS DAN MRS. 1845 10 23 1908 WYLDS
10-23-1908 DEATH OF MRS.DAN WYLDS=While not unexpected, yet the news of the death of Mrs.Dan Wylds, which reached the city Wednesday, Oct.21,1908. caused a pang of sorrow in many hearts, and the sympathy extended to the bereaved family is truly sincere. Mrs.Wylds has been an invalid for several years, and fell a victim to that dreaded disease consumption, at noon Wednesday. She was born in Indiana in 1845. She grew to young womanhood, receiving the common school education, and cultivated her naturally lovely disposition and character, until she was known far and near by a host of admiring friends for her truly southern geniality and hospitality. Everybody knew Mrs.Dan Wylds could not but love and admire her for her sweet, pure character and gentle motherly manner. She had gone to her daughter's in Arizona last year, Mrs.McDowell, to try and regain her health, to no avail.The remains were laid to rest in the WYLDS yesterday morning, at 11 o'clock Rev.B.L.Wilford of the Methodist church presiding at the religious ceremonies. She is survived a heart broken husband, and by two grown sons, and her daughter, Mrs.McDowell, who was unable to attend the funeral.
WYMES JOHN WESLEY SR 4 7 1925 7 16 2003 CASTEEL
Rev. John Wesley Wymes Sr., age 78, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, July 16, 2003, at Crestpark Retirement Inn.Rev. Wymes was born April 27, 1925, in Kokomo, the son of Sid Wymes and Sarah Murry Wymes. He is survived by four daughters, Gloria Barton of Palestine, Clara Barton and Nazrene Grace both of Forrest City, and Marie Moore of Little Rock; two sons, John Wymes Jr. of Forrest City and James Wymes of Little Rock; a brother, James Wymes of Little Rock; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was receded in death by his wife, Mable Wymes, in May of 2003.Visitation for Rev. Wymes will be held on Sunday, July 20, 2003, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Woodhouse Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 21, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the Pilgram Rest M.B. Church with Rev. Napolia Grace officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL.
WYMES MABLE MRS. FRANKLIN 9 29 1929 5 12 2003 CASTEEL
Mrs. Mable Franklin Wymes, aged 73, of Forrest City, died Monday, May 12, 2003 at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis.She was born Sept. 29, 1929, in Aberdeen, Miss., the daughter of John Franklin Sr. and Laura Ware Franklin. Mrs. Wymes was a member of Mt. Calvary M.B. Church.Mrs. Wymes is survived by her husband, Rev. John W. Wymes Sr.; four daughters, Gloria Barton of Palestine, Clara Barton of Forrest City, Marie Moore of Little Rock and Nazrene Grace of Forrest City; two sons, John W. Wymes Jr. of Forrest City and James Wymes of Little Rock; four sisters, Vernice Williams, Shirley Butler, Melody Duff, all of Forrest City and Helen Hull of Chicago, Ill.; two brothers, John Franklin Jr. of New York and Jack Franklin of Forrest City; 20 grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, with Rev. Napolian Grace officiating. Burial will follow in CASTEEL. Woodhouse Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
YAGER MILDRED MRS. SIDES 9 30 1918 5 31 2002 HICKORY GROVE
Mrs. Mildred Sides Yager, age 83, of Moscow, Tenn., died Friday, May 31, 2002, at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.Mrs. Yager, born Sept. 30, 1918, in Moscow, Tenn., was a former resident of Forrest City. She was the daughter of Will and Minne Lee McCraw Sides. She was an elementary school teacher in the Palestine public school system for 18 years and spent two years teaching in Southaven, Miss., prior to retiring. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Forrest City and Rossville Baptist Church.On Aug. 5, 1937, Mrs. Yager married her husband, Claude Yager Sr. and he preceded her in death in 1991. She is survived by a daughter, Virginia Kay Griffin of Springdale; a son, Claude Yager Jr., of Corinth, Miss.; three sisters, Fay Elrod of Manchester, Tenn., Sara Helen Thacker of Athens, Ala. and Mary Lee Pugh of Rossville, Tenn.; two brothers, Bill Sides and Carl Sides, both of Moscow; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Yager was also preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Ann Boone, in 1994.Funeral services for Mrs. Yager were held Sunday, June 2, 2002, at Peebles Chapel in Somerville, Tenn.. Burial followed at Hickory Grove Cemetery in Moscow under the direction of Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home of Wynne and McCrory.
YANCEY GENEVA LAVERNE MRS 10 1 1912 6 5 2001 FPARK
Daughter-Mrs. Geneva Laverne Yancey, age 88, of Tucson, Ariz., died Tuesday, June 5, 2001, in Tucson.Mrs. Yancey was born Oct. 1, 1912, in Marvell. She was retired from the Southern Bell Telephone Company in 1966 after 31 years of service as a trainer and a supervisor. Mrs. Yancey was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church of Alexandria, La., her home for 30 years, and was also active in the Eastern Star and the Telephone Pioneers.She is survived by her brother, Richard D. Yancey of Tucson, and other relatives and friends.Visitation for Mrs. Yancey will be held Saturday, June 9, 2001, at 10 a.m. with burial to follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the Direction of Stevens Funeral Home.A MEMORIAL is scheduled for Mrs. Yancey on Monday, June 11, 2001, at 2 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church in Alexandria, La. Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
YARBROUGH DAUGHTER UNK 8 30 1902 UNKNOWN
The sweet little girl of Mr.& Mrs.Yarbrough of Colt died Saturday, Aug.30,1902 of congestion. 9-5-1902
YARBROUGH RICHARD JAMES 1 1 1928 7 23 2000 ST.JOHN CEMETERY
Richard Yarbrough, 72, died Sunday, July 23,2000. He was a member of the Hughes Chapel M.B. Church and served as a Deacon. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Yarbrough of Haynes; one son, James Yarbrough, Jr. of West Memphis; two sisters, Essie Tull of Detroit, and Idella Stewart of Hughes; three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 29 at the Hughes Chapel MB Church with the Rev. Leslie Noel and Elder Eddie King officiating. Burial followed after at the St. John Cemetery in Felton. Pallbearers were Rodney Wade, Emmanuel Wade, Kori Noel, Thaddeus Wade, Lennel Wade, Jr., Elton Noel. Honorary pallbearers were Richard Davis, Charlie Warren, Otis Hollen. Funeral arrangements were handled by Marianna Funeral Home.PER SSDI:RICHARD JAMES YARBROUGH 01 Jan 1928 24 Jul 2000 (P) 72341 (Haynes, Lee, AR)
YOFFIE BABY GIRL 1901 8 1902 MEMPHIS
Mr.Max Yoffie went over Monday to Memphis to attend the funeral of his brother's little one year old daughter, brother is Mr.L.Yoffie of Marianna. 8-29-1902
YOFFIE Father UNK 11 3 1898 FCTIMES
Mr.Yoffee, father of Max Yoffee died yesterday at a ripe old age, after a lingering illness. The family have our sympathy in their bereavement.11-4-1898
YORK MARGARET MRS. CRAWFORD 11 15 1944 9 25 1999 BETHESDA
Margaret Crawford York, age 54, of Clarksdale, Miss., died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999, at Batesville Manor Nursing Home in Batesville. She was a nurse for Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center. She is survived by one daughter, Lisa Habard of Grand Rapids, Mich.; one son, Ricky York of Gunnison; three sisters, Shirley Jones and Carolyn Herren, both of Clarksdale and Janis Leake of Forrest City; and a brother, John Crawford of West Chester, Pa. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, Sept. 28, 1999, at 11:30 a.m. at Bethesda Cemetery in Senatobia. National Funeral Home of Clarksdale is in charge of the arrangements.
YOUNG ALEX UNK 10 27 1901 FCTIMES
11-1-1901 Alex Young, a well known local man, died Sunday morning, Oct.27,1901, and was buried the following day, Elders J.M.Suggs and J.C.Bell officiating. Young was the neighbor of our man of all work, John D.Brown, by whom he is sadly missed. He was also a deacon in the Baptist church of which he had been a member for 49 years. Young leaves a wife and eight children.
YOUNG ANNA MRS UNK 12 1901 FCTIMES
Mr.Sam Worrall received a letter last week containing the news of the death of his mother in law, Mrs.Anna Young, which sad event occurred at Little Green, England. on Dec.28,1901. 1-24-1902
YOUNG BEATRICE C. MRS. 8 6 1912 8 12 2001 SCOTT BOND
Mrs. Beatrice Young, age 89, of Madison, died Sunday, Aug. 12, 2001, in Toledo, Ohio. Mrs. Young was a homemaker and a member of Madison Light M.B. Church. She is survived by six daughters, Mary Reese and Elizabeth Johnson, both of Toledo, Ohio, Dorothy Jones of St. Louis, Mo., Texanna Berry of Forrest City, Eloise Boyde of Texas and Alberta Clark of Madison; eight sons, Eugene Williams and Thomas Montgomery, both of Omaha, Neb., Ricardo Montgomery of Toledo, Ohio, Euclide Montgomery, Alfred L. Montgomery, Freddie Montgomery, Fredrick Montgomery and Robert Montgomery, all of Pomona, Calif.; three sisters, Cleo Bundy, Liddia Flenora and Neoma Herron, all of Cleveland, Ohio; a brother, Albert Lane of Texas; 48 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 27 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Young was held today, Aug. 20, 2001, from noon to 5 p.m., at Kennedy Chapel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001, at 11 a.m., at Madison Light M.B. Church with Rev. Isiah McKeown officiating the service. Burial will follow in Scott-Bond Cemetery under the direction of Kennedy Funeral Home.
YOUNG CHARLEY UNK 10 20 1902 UNKNOWN
BOUND AND BURNED=Charley Young, charged with rape and murder of Mrs.Ed Lewis.-Slowly roasted to death. The jail broken open with sledge hammers, and the infuriated mob, heedless of Sheriff Williams's pleadings, takes the prisoner from his cell, and burn him at the stake. He had been arrested after circumstantial evidence pointed to his involvement, and after the Coroner's inquiry by Mr.Alley, he had been put in jail. Deputy Murphree attempted to stop the mob at the jail, and then Sheriff Williams also intervened, and Constable Sellers was given the keys by Murphree, who then was overpowered. After breaking into the jail, they found the keys to the cell, procured Young and proceeded across the railroad, and to the square where he was bound to a telephone pole. At this time Marshall Rainbolt, at great risk, and prevailed upon them to take the man out of the city, and this was done, going about a mile east of the city near the stave factory, where the retied Young to a small tree, where the husband, Ed Lewis lit the fire. As the fire spread, Young accused Henry Armstrong of the awful deed, so they removed him from the tree and they went after Armstrong, and while waiting, he made a fatal statement, that contradicted the Armstrong charge, and they proceeded with the execution. In words of the witnesses, his dying words were, "I done it" while dying. The charred remains of Young were buried at County expense on Tuesday. 10-24-1902
YOUNG CHESTER L. 2 27 1943 9 3 2008 COGBILL
Mr. Chester L. Young February 27, 1943 ~ September 03, 2008 Chester L. Young Chester L. Young, a resident of Wynne, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, at the age of Sixty-Five. He was born on February 27, 1943, in Fair Oaks, Arkansas, the son of Virgil and Leota Sue Benegar Young. Mr. Young attended Fair Oaks Baptist Church and was a farmer. He enjoyed reading, watching TV and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers: Homer Young, Oran Young, Ray Young and Ivory Young. He is survived by; two brothers: Vernon Young of Arlington, Texas, Jerry Young of Maumelle, Arkansas, three sisters: Elgie Busby, Helen Hess and Linda Young, all of Wynne, Arkansas and several nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be conducted, Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m., at the COGBILL in Wynne, Arkansas with Brother Gary Woodard officiating. (870) 238-9400 Visitation will be held, Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Thompson-Wilson Wynne Funeral Home.
YOUNG CLITEE MRS SIMMONS 10 10 1929 9 10 2006 UNKNOWN NATIIVE
Mrs. Clitee Young, age 77, of St. Louis, Mo., died Sunday, Sept. 10, 2006. Mrs. Young was born Oct. 10, 1929, in Forrest City, the daughter of C.D. Simmons and Pearlie McNutt-Simmons. She was a member of the Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church where she served as church secretary for many years. Mrs. Young married Frank Young in 1962 and he preceded her in death. She is survived by four sisters, Catherine Phillips, Mae Helen Smith and Ethel Watson all of St. Louis, Mo., Samella Williams of Toledo, Ohio; two brothers, Elgin Simmons and J.T. Simmons both of Hot Springs and a host of other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Christine Stevenson and Loretta Mooney; three brothers, Robert L. Simmons, Waverly C. Simmons and Willie C. Simmons and a sister Jean Bowie.Published: 2006-09-15
YOUNG DONNA JEANNE MRS. ALLEN 7 21 1940 9 29 2002 BELL
Mrs. Donna Jeanne Young, age 62, of Palestine, died Sunday, Sept. 29, 2002, at her home.Mrs. Young was born July 21, 1940, in Falmouth, Mass., the daughter of Al Allen and June Johnson Allen. She lived in Palestine for the past six years and was a housewife.Mrs. Young married Bert H. Young in 1955 and he survives her along with two sons, Danny Young of Desoto, Ill., and Steve Young of Wheatley; a daughter, Jesslyn Holland of Ravenden; two brothers, Raymond Allen of Wynne and David Allen of Massachusetts; two sisters, June Allen of Massachusetts, and Ruth Sharon Allen of Alabama; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Visitation services for Mrs. Young will be held Monday, Sept. 30, 2002, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2002, at 2 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Bell Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
YOUNG DORIS E. MRS. WARREN 2 9 1912 7 12 2006 BELL
Mrs. Doris E. Young, age 94, of Palestine, died Wednesday, July 12, 2006, at Crestpark Retirement in Forrest City.She was born Feb. 9, 1912, in Helena, the daughter of George Warren and Ada Green Warren. She lived in St. Francis County most of her life, was a retired nurse from Forrest Memorial Hospital and was a member of the Palestine Church of Christ.Mrs. Young married Bert Young, who preceded her in death in 1972. She is survived by one daughter, Cappi Vaughn of Palestine; two sons, Bert Young Jr. and Warren T. Young, both of Palestine; 15 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Peterson, in 1994.Visitation for Mrs. Young will be Friday, July 14, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Services will be held at the Palestine Church of Christ at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 15, 2006, with burial in Bell Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
YOUNG GRANT UNK 1 12 1900 FCTIMES
Killed His Man-Last Friday evening, about 4 o'clock, at the Bond place on the St.Francis river, a few miles south of Madison, Henry Griffin perforated Grant Young's anatomy with his leaden bullets from his trusty revolver, killing him shortly. It appears to be over a pair of shoes purchased from Griffin by Young. After coroner's inquest, it was found that Young had pursued an ax, and that Griffin was justified in his use of force.1-19-1900
YOUNG HENRY MRS. UNK 11 13 1907 BELL
Mrs.Henry Young of Palestine, an old and highly respected citizen of that area. died last Wednesday afternoon, Nov.13,1907, and was buried Thursday at the Bell cemetery. Mrs.Young had been in feeble health for several months, her demise was not unexpected by her relatives and friends. We wish them our sincerest condolences. 11-22-1907
YOUNG JOSEPH FUTRELL 6 23 1922 3 16 1999 NATIONAL VET-WWII
Joe Futrell Young, 77, died Tuesday, March 16, in Fort Smith. He was a former resident of Lee County and the son of the late Dr. J.C. Young. He also was a veteran of World War II. He is survived by three daughters, Toni Marler of Gassville, AR, Rev. Jo Dale Olson of Bismarck, N.D. and Serena Key of Arkoma, OK; one stepdaughter, Lottie Wann of Gore, OK; one son, Joey Young of Fort Smith; three sisters, Jenny Ann Boyer of Marianna, Mrs. Eugene Leonard and Mrs. Auby Mays; and one brother, Hosea Young. Funeral services were held Friday, March 19, at 11 a.m. at Putman Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith with Dr. James Zeltner officiating. Burial followed at National Cemetery in Fort Smith. Pallbearers were the Air National Guard. Arrangements were handled by Putman Funeral Home.
YOUNG LARRY 3 28 1942 5 4 2006 PRIVATE
Birth: Mar. 28, 1942 Death: May 4, 2006 Jonesboro Sun May 5, 2006 Larry Young, 64, of Wynne died Thursday, May 4, 2006 in Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. He was born March 28, 1942, at Wynne, the son of Dempsey Harrison and Emma Irene Hicks Young.He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and six grandchildren.Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday in Thompson-Wilson Funeral Home Wynne Chapel. Interment will be private.
YOUNG MARGUERITE MRS. HARTMAN 6 2 1918 6 26 2002 FPARK NATIIVE
Mrs. Marguerite Hartman Young, age 84, of Tullahoma, Tenn., died Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma, Tenn.Mrs. Young was born June 2, 1918, in Forrest City, the daughter of Chester Hartman and Garnet Matthews Hartman. She lived in Forrest City most of her life, was a housewife and worked at the Forrest City Library. She was a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.Mrs. Young married John F. Young in 1940 and he preceded her in death in 1986. She is survived by a daughter, Kathy Rose of Tullahoma, Tenn.; a brother, Calvin Hartman of Forrest City and two grandchildren.Rosary for Mrs. Young will be held Friday, June 28, 2002, at 7 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2002. Burial will follow in Forrest Park Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.
YOUNG MARLINE MRS. BARNETT 1 11 1931 2 20 2001 BELL
Mrs. Marline Young, age 70, of Palestine, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2001, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Little Rock.Mrs. Young was born on Jan. 11, 1931, in Senath, Mo. She was the daughter of Dr. E.M. Barnett and Nora Mae Pace. Mrs. Young was a homemaker and a Baptist.She was preceded in death by her husband, Lacy L. Young; a daughter, Doris June Cross; a son, Wayne Cross; four brothers, Charles, Cleve, Everette and Herbert. Mrs. Young is survived by three sons, Lelon Cross Jr., of Little Rock, Eddie Cross of Forrest City and Lane Cross of Olive Branch, Miss; three brothers, J.C. Barnett of Benton Harbor, Mich., Tommy Barnett of Mountain View and Larry Barnett of Cave City; two sisters, Nora Edna Pharr of Zachary, La. and Virginia (Jackie) Hill of Moro; 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.There will be a graveside funeral services for Mrs. Young Thursday, Feb. 22, 2001, at Bell Cemetery in Palestine with Rev. Greg Thompson officiating. Visitation for Mrs. Young will be Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2001, in the Chapel of Roller-Citizen Funeral Home in Marianna.
YOUNG SHIRLEY MRS. DAVIS 3 10 1940 12 25 2005 BELL
Mrs. Shirley Davis Young, age 65, of Palestine, died Sunday, December 25, 2005, at the Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. She had been in the hospital for the past six days.Mrs. Young was born March 10, 1940, in Memphis, Tennessee, and was the daughter of Homer Davis and Myrtle Lorell Gross Davis. She lived in St. Francis County most all of her life, was retired from Sanyo Manufacturing, and was a member of the Palestine Church of Christ.Mrs. Young is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Kim Hudspeth of Forrest City; one son, Mr. Mike Lemons of Conway; one brother, Mr. Johnny Davis of Palestine; two sisters, Ms. Jackie Davis and Ms. Virginia Young, both of Palestine; and three grandchildren, Hayden Lemons, Preston Lemons and Brittney Clark. She had one sister, Mrs. Dot Jones, who preceded her in death in 1995.Services for Mrs. Young will be held at the Palestine Church of Christ at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2005, with burial in Bell Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home with Stevens Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
YOUNGBLOOD SALLIE MRS 1851 3 31 1912 HOLLY GROVE
4-5-1912 DEATH OF MRS.SALLIE YOUNGBLOOD=Mrs.Sallie Youngblood, age 51 years, and mother of one of the popular members of the faculty at Crowley Ridge Institute, Mr.Joe Youngblood, died last Sunday, Mar.31,1912, of congestion, at the home of Mrs.S.F.Sutton, in this city. The remains were removed to the family home at Holly Grove Monday and the funeral held there Tuesday. Rev.J.K.Farris officiating, and her body laid to rest under a mound of floral offerings from her friends here and elsewhere. Deceased was a member of the Methodisty church, and had resided in this city with her son for about two years. She was a devout and saintly Christian character and was loved and revered by all who knew her.
ZIMMER CHARLENE MRS. CULVER 12 18 1916 3 26 2002 HUGHES NATIIVE
Mrs. Charlene Culver Zimmer, age 85, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, March 26, 2002, in Forrest City.Mrs. Zimmer was born Dec. 18, 1916, in St. Francis County. She was the daughter of Charles Culver and Ora Lee Grant Culver. She was a housewife and a member of the Forrest City Area Humane Society.Mrs. Zimmer was married to Otto Zimmer in 1944, and he preceded her in death in 1976. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Jean Guarr of Forrest City and several nieces and nephews.Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 28, 2002, at Hughes Cemetery in Forrest City under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, March 27, 2002, at Stevens Funeral Home.
ZIRPEL WALTER ROBERT 5 20 1929 7 25 2007 LOUGHRIDGE
Mr. Walter Robert "Bob" Zirpel, age 78, of Forrest City, died Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at Forrest City Medical Center. Mr. Zirpel was born May 20, 1929, in Davison County, South Dakota, the son of Edward Zirpel and Matilda Menike Zirpel. He lived in Nevada and South Dakota. He was a Lutheran. Mr. Zirpel married Ruby Nell Davis in 1981, and she survives him along with three sons, Richard Zirpel of Marietta, Calif., Roger Zirpel and Allen Zirpel, both of Sioux Falls, S.D.; two daughters, Barb Zirpel of Sioux Falls, S.D. and Kathy LaRock of Plano, Texas; one step-daughter, Lynn Ross of Las Vegas; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Zirpel will be held on Friday, July 27, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Loughridge Cemetery.Published: 2007-07-26
ZOLINGER IDA MRS. CRIPPEN 1888 12 30 1904 UNKNOWN
1-6-1905-Thrown From Horse and Killed=A very sad and distressing tragedy occurred last Friday, Dec.30,1904, at on near Madison, four miles east of this city, in which Mrs.Ida Zolinger, the 16 year old wife of Mr.Willie Zolinger, was killed. The particulars as near as we can learn are as follows: Mrs.Zollinger, it seems was very fond of horseback riding, and perfectly fearless. She was passing Scott Bond's place and admiring a young and fiery animal, proposed to ride it. She was informed that it would be dangerous, but could not be dissauded from the perilous undertaking, and the beast was saddled up and she mounted and galloped away. It is supposed the animal became unmanageable, and that her foot was caught in the stirrup and she was dragged to death. Her body was picked up on the hill near Spring Creek church, at the Uncle B.Bond place. Her neck was broken, head crushed, one eye forced from its socket, and Mrs.Chaney, who assisted in preparing the body for burial says she was horribly bruised all over the body. Mrs.Zolinger was the former Miss Ida Crippen, and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. Her husband is employed with the Walton-Knox Box Factory, and is almost prostrated with grief at the loss of his young and beautiful life partner. He is less than twenty years of age.