Donald Peel
Jun 23, 2026
Donald Peel of Drasco passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2026.
Born on January 14, 1953, in Drasco, Arkansas, Donald was the son of the late Bernard Peel and Mary DeFoor Peel. He was a beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, perseverance, and appreciation for the things...
James Nicholas Gray
Jun 23, 2026
James Nicholas Gray, 39, of Batesville, Arkansas, departed this life on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at his home in Batesville. He was born on August 22, 1986, in Blytheville, Arkansas, to Kevin L. Gray and Vickie Gay Ballard George.
Nick was one of the smartest individuals who viewed the world differently. He analyzed everything, considered every angle, and noticed details that...
Robert Lee Lynch, III
Jun 21, 2026
Robert Lee Lynch, 62, of Evening Shade, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at his home. He was born in Hammond, Indiana, on November 13, 1964, to Robert Lee Lynch, Jr. and Rita Chambers Day.
He and Susan Taylor were married in Edmore, Michigan, on September 20, 1996, and enjoyed more than 30 years of marriage together.
Robert will be...
Linda Joan Welch
Jun 19, 2026
Linda Joan Hays Stokes Welch, 82, of Pleasant Plains, departed this life on Friday, June 19, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1944, in Pleasant Plains, to Walter Littleton Hays and Pearl Grogan Hays.
Linda loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with them. Being a people person she enjoyed making sure no one did without anything if...
Merl Lynn Cole
Jun 5, 2026
Merl Lynn Cole, age 70, passed away on June 5, 2026, after a long fight with Parkinson's. Merl was a beloved husband, devoted father, and proud grandfather. He was strong in his faith and had a deep love for everyone around him.
Merl leaves behind a legacy of faith in God, hard work, and a lifetime of wonderful memories. He is...
Billy Gene Patterson
May 29, 2026
Billy Gene Patterson, 74, of Batesville, was called from this life on Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, on June 10, 1951, to Louis Henry Patterson and Dorothy Redfern Patterson.
During his working years he was employed as a cashier at local gas stations. He was a family man who enjoyed spending time with his family and...
Albert Lee Robinson
May 18, 2026
Albert Lee Robinson, 70, of Cave City, departed this life on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Batesville. He was born in Drew, Mississippi, on October 3,1955, to Willie Robinson and Henrietta Groce Robinson.
Albert loved farming and being outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and farming the rice fields. He was a farmer most all of his life. He enjoyed watching westerns, especially...
Charles Allen Crumpler
May 9, 2026
Charles Allen Crumpler, 59, of Cave City, departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at his home. He was born on February 28, 1967, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Arnold Crumpler and Joy Futch Crumpler. Charles earned his associates degree at a Vo-tech college in HVAC.
During his working years he worked in the heat and air conditioning business and in...
Jeffery Paul Ciamaricone
May 5, 2026
Jeffery Paul Ciamaricone, 48, of Batesville, departed this life on Tuesday, May 5, 2025, in Judsonia, Arkansas. He was born in Batesville, on December 12, 1977, to Debra Ciamaricone Davidson.
Jeffery worked in construction and the heat and air business during his working years. He enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles and was known to “tinker around” on things he could...
Chester Farris Bomer
Apr 27, 2026
Chester Farris Bomer, 92, formerly of Batesville, Arkansas, departed this life on Monday, April 27, 2026, in Ovilla, Texas. He was born in Weiner, Arkansas, on March 22, 1934, to Jesse Edward Bomer and Mary Geneva Savage Bomer.
He married the love of his life, Joyce Marie Burge, on October 24, 1953, in Desha, Arkansas. They shared more than seventy-two years...
Floren Wayne King
Apr 26, 2026
Floren Wayne King, 82, of Southside, departed this life on Sunday, April 26, 2026. He was born in Poughkeepsie, Arkansas, on February 8, 1944, to Lowell J. King and Violet Peebles King.
Floren was a loving husband to his wife, Sandy. They were married on April 29th 1967, and were blessed with almost 59 years of marriage together.
He was a graduate...
Douglas Foster Downs
Apr 25, 2026
Douglas Foster Downs, 66, of Batesville, departed this life on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Batesville. He was born in Batesville on June 24, 1959, to William Downs and Betty Dew Downs.
Douglas loved watching westerns and wrestling. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He will be remembered as a loving uncle who brought much...
Jessie Marie Melton
Apr 19, 2026
Jessie Marie Melton, 81, of Batesville, departed this life on Sunday, April 19, 2026. She was born on October 23, 1944 in Norman, Oklahoma, to Edward Leroy Graveline and Verne Marie (Herndon) Graveline.
Marie was a member of Compass Church in Batesville. During her working years she worked in the cafeteria for the Batesville School District and Triangle Cafe in...
Jason William Collins
Apr 17, 2026
Jason William Collins, 52, of Batesville, departed this life on Friday, April 17, 2026, in Searcy. He was born on December 13, 1973, in Newport, Arkansas, to Jackson Benton Collins and Donna Jean Bumpous McIntosh.
Jason received his GED and was presented a Governor’s Award from the Missouri Governor for his outstanding achievements while attending the classes. He loved music,...
Eddie Ray Stuckey
Apr 13, 2026
Eddie Ray Stuckey, 57, of Judsonia, departed this life on Monday, April 13, 2026. He was born on January 16, 1969, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Billy Ray Stuckey and Patricia Earlene Woodward.
Eddie worked in the factory at Ozark Poultry Company in Batesville. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved to hang out on weekends. He also enjoyed attending various concerts.
He...
Linda Sue Hollingsworth
Apr 11, 2026
Linda Sue Hollingsworth, 75, of Charlotte, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026. She was born on February 9, 1951, in Eupora, Mississippi, to Samuel and Martha Cook, who both preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, Richard Shanks, and her beloved husband, LG Hollingsworth.
Linda was also preceded in death by three of...
Joyce Marie Vanhorn
Apr 8, 2026
Joyce Marie Vanhorn (Deshotels), lovingly known as "Joy're", 69, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Batesville.
She was born on October 22, 1956, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, daughter of the late Rodney and Marie Suzanne (Zernott) Deshotels, she carried her Cajun roots with pride throughout her life. Joy're was united in marriage to Tom Vanhorn on...
Gloria Francine Young
Apr 7, 2026
Gloria Francine Young, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away leaving a legacy of compassion, selflessness, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. Her remarkable strength and empathy were shaped by a tough childhood, growing up with her six siblings in a home marked by poverty. Despite hardships, the siblings developed a powerful, unbreakable bond that carried...
Jules Leroy Williams
Apr 6, 2026
Jules Leroy Williams, 69, of Batesville, departed this life on Monday, April 6, 2026. He was born on February 10, 1957, in California, to Jesse Leon Williams and Louise Ellinora Frank Williams.
Jules worked in construction and was a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed life to the fullest and loved his family dearly. Later in his life he found a relationship...
Earl Jay Wood
Mar 16, 2026
Earl Jay Wood, 73, of Batesville, departed this life on Monday, March 16, 2026. He was born on March 20, 1952, in Batesville, to Asa Wood and Ella White Wood. Earl was a member of the Eastside Pentecostal Church in Batesville.
Earl worked for the City of Batesville for several years in the sanitation department. He loved to ride motorcycles and...
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