Obituaries

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PULASKI COUNTY

Al' Mateen Ali (Vivian Davis), 75, of Little Rock.

Jeanette Wolfe Allsbury, 87, of Little Rock.

Franklin Dee Ballew Jr., 51, of Sherwood.

Wayne L. Birchler, 54, of Jacksonville.

Leone Connor, 68, of Sherwood.

Andrew Thomas Gaston Jr., 89, of North Little Rock.

Alexandra "Ally" Marie Gimon, 19, of Little Rock.

Paul Gene Humphrey, 66, of North Little Rock.

Betty Sue Cooper Johnson, 58, of North Little Rock.

Mary Julia Dunn Keown, 80, of Little Rock.

David R. "Randy" Moore, 60, of Little Rock.

Tammy D. Owens, 36, of Jacksonville. Edna Mae Pittman, 80, of Little Rock.

Elinor K. Royce, 78, of Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS

AUGUSTA Franklin White, 75.

BATESVILLE Larry J. Sevier, 63.

BEEBE Ruby Estelle Hefner, 89.

BENTON Jordyn Marie Haskin, infant.

CARLISLE Elizabeth Snider, 89.

CONWAY Linda R. Dison, 64.

Herbert C. Furman, 71.

DES ARC Terry Robert Hancock, 61.

DOVER Ira Gene Cobb, 71.

Robert "Bob" Haymes, 78.

EVENING SHADE Bobby Neil Holder, 72.

GLENWOOD Pauline Williams Wright, 77.

GRIFFITHVILLE Ray Herekamp, 80.

HAZEN Mary Margaret Pich, 71.

HECTOR Gertrue Hill, 90.

HOPE Betty Jean Grove, 64.

HOT SPRINGS Dewey Alan Thurman, 60.

Michael Edwin Treanor, 70.

JUDSONIA Donald B. Williams, 69.

LAKEVIEW Michael Maxwell, 66.

LESLIE Connis O. Avey, 68.

LONOKE Marlene Miller.

MOUNTAIN HOME George Pike, 77.

Debra White, 56.

MOUNTAIN VIEW Bonnie Jenelle Thatcher, 62.

PLAINVIEW Guilford Samuel Standridge, 76. RUSSELLVILLE Vada Deane Bruyneel, 87.

SCOTT Thelma Irene Roach, 94.

SHERIDAN Charlie Mitchell Jr., 83.

TAMO Stanley Ward Bitely, 48.

TRASKWOOD William "Edwin" Benning, 72.

WARREN Bruce Edward Nelson, 82.

OUT-OF-STATE

MESA, Ariz.

Dorothy Cook, 87, formerly of Mountain Home.

De SOTO, Kan.

Madeline Mae Otto, 85, formerly of Little Rock.

LAS VEGAS Brendia Crosby, 60, formerly of Little Rock.

FORT WORTH Bill Kinney, formerly of Harrison.

MONTGOMERY, Texas Marie (Kremer) Anhalt, 87.

TEXARKANA, Texas Maurice H. "Chief" King, 90.

Pulaski County

AL' MATEEN ALI (Vivian Davis), 75, of Little Rock, Ark., departed this life on August 6, 2009. She graduated from Dunbar High School in 1951. She attended Dillard University in New Orleans, La. She was a former employee for the Internal Revenue Department as a Supervisor in Los Angeles, Calif. She's survived by four sisters: Rasheedah Rahmaan, Musheerah Tharpe, Thelma Cole and Maryam Nu'man and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be Friday, August 14, 2009, 6-7 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester St., Little Rock (501) 372-1305. Graveside services: Saturday, August 15, 11 a.m., at Haven of Rest Cemetery, Little Rock, Ark.

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JEANETTE WOLFE ALLSBURY, 87, of Little Rock, died Monday, August 10, 2009. She was born September 27, 1921, in Beulah, Michigan, to The Rev. Arthur Whiting Wolfe and Edith Stoddard Wolfe. She was a graduate of Emporia (Park College), Kansas, and taught in Waupun, Wisconsin, for 25 years, in both elementary and middle school. She was very active in the United Church of Christ.

Ms. Allsbury is survived by her son, John Allsbury and wife Kris; grandchildren, Lin Sorrentino and husband Sean, Scott and wife Sheila; and great-grandchildren, William and Gregory; daughter, Jeanette Bonnell and husband George; grandchildren, Christian and Morgan; daughter, Catherine Allsbury and husband Jim Miller; and her sister, Alice Ward. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, William Wolfe and one sister, Mary Wolfe Brock.

There will be a memorial service 10 a.m., Thursday, August 13, 2009, at Second Presbyterian Church with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Second Presbyterian Church, 600 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, Ark., 72227. Arrangements are by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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SMSGT. FRANKLIN DEE BALLEW JR., (Ret) 51, of Sherwood passedaway on Monday, August 10, 2009. He was born on October 21, 1957, to Franklin Ballew Sr. and Shirlean (Jenkins) Ballew in Lincoln, Nebraska. Franklin was a retired loadmaster instructor in the Arkansas AirNational Guard and spent over 27 years proudly serving his country. He loved the outdoors and was an avid deerhunter and fisherman. He was a member of the G & L Hunting Club. Frank most valued the time with his family and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Patricia; his sons Brian and Joel; his daughters Maria, Jamie and Crystal; his mother Shirlean; his brother Robert; eight grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends all who will miss him dearly. His father preceded him in death.

Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice in Franklin's name.

Funeral Services will be on Thursday, August 13, 2009, at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home. Burial with full military honors will follow in Rest Hills Memorial Park. Honorary pallbearers are Ron Katilus, Tim Smith, Dave Gent, Gary Wynn, Rick Merriman, Tommy Roe, Jessie Hallmon and Bill Geaslin.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock, Ark., 72117, (501) 835-3515.

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WAYNE L. BIRCHLER, 54, of Jacksonville, died Friday, August 7,2009. He was born February 27, 1955, in Granite City, Illinois. Sgt. Birchler retired as a flight engineer instructor with the U.S. Air Force. Afterward he worked as a quality control inspector at Dassault Falcon Jet.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Rose Birchler. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Katherine Alvis Birchler; a daughter, Angela and her husband, Ian White; two granddaughters, Hayleigh and Ashleigh White. Also surviving him are his stepchildren who he loved as his own, Aimee, Jeanine and James; and step-grandchildren, Paige and Austin, Katherine, Christopher, and Alyse.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Friday, August 14, 2009, at Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home Chapel. Please sign the online guest book at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home, (501) 982-2136.

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LEONE CONNOR, 68, of Sherwood passed away Sunday, August 9,2009. She was a member of First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock. She loved everyone and enjoyed helping people.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Porter Connor, of Sherwood; daughter,Pam (Rick) Wheeler, of North Little Rock; two sons, Paul (Gail) Connor, of Sherwood and Kevin (Gina) Connor, of Beebe; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Rayford Swint and wife, Cathy, of Stuttgart; sister, Nettie Watts, of Sherwood; and a host of extended sons, daughters and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Ruth Swint; and her brother, Donald Swint.

Memorials may be made to First Pentecostal Church, 1401 Calvary, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72116.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m., Thursday at First Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Gravel Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the church. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com.

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ANDREW THOMAS GASTON JR., 89, of North Little Rock passed awayMonday, August 10, 2009. A.T. was born on March 25, 1920, in Chidester, Arkansas, to Andrew Thomas Sr. and Rosa Bradley Gaston. A.T. was a graduate of Chidester High School and went on to serve his countryin the Air Force. A.T. retired from the V.A. hospital as the administrative officer of Radiology. He was a man of the outdoors where he spent many an hour hunting, fishing, and camping.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years Juanita Lusby Gaston, daughter-in-law, Sherrie Gaston, grandchildren Andrew Thomas IV and wife Rene, Gwendolyn Flair andhusband Robert, great-grandchildren, Robert Flair III, Danielle Flair, Joshua Gaston, and Andrew Gaston V. A.T. was preceded in death by his son Andrew Thomas Gaston III (Tommy), Brother James Clingan, sister, Daisy Clingan Patterson.

The memorial service will be held Thursday, August 13, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. Services by Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72117, (501) 835-3515. Memorial gifts may be made to Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Rd., Little Rock, Ark., 72210. www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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ALEXANDRA "ALLY" MARIE GIMON, 19, of Little Rock passed awayMonday, August 10, 2009, at Arkansas Children's Hospital surrounded by family and friends. Ally was born January 23, 1990, in Houston, Texas. She attended Pulaski Academy and Central High Schools and was a memberof Christ the King Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Betty Floyd; grandfather, Michael Gimon; and uncle, Gary Gimon. Survivors include her mother, Donna Floyd of Little Rock; father, Ron Gimon and his wife, Denise of Charlotte, N.C.; grandfather, Don Floyd of Cherokee Village; grandmother, Phyllis Gimon of Pittsburgh, Pa.; aunt, Marty Floyd and her husband Bill Goff of Little Rock; cousin, Lindsey Moore of Little Rock and many friends in Little Rock and Charlotte, N.C.

In Ally's short time on earth, she touched her family and friends with her love, kind heart, great spirit and generous soul. Ally lit up the world with her beautiful smile. She loved animals, spent time volunteering at the Humane Society and planned to become a veterinarian. Although we grieve our loss, Ally will live on with her unselfish gift of life to others through organ donation. Ally has become a guardian angel for those who loved and cherished her.

Visitation will be at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, August 12, followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. A celebration of Ally's life will be 2 p.m., Thursday, August 13, at Christ the King Catholic Church with Reverend Monsignor J. Gaston Hebert and Deacon Victor Stepka as celebrants.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to Serenity Park for Women, 2801 W. Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 or the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72210. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.

"I was created in love. For that reason nothing can express my beauty nor liberate me except love alone."

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PAUL GENE HUMPHREY, 66, of North Little Rock, died Monday,August 10th, 2009, after years of battling heart disease. He was born to the late Edgar and Audrey Humphrey in Idabel, Oklahoma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Doyle Humphrey and sisters, BeaReynolds and Christine Morgan. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte, of the home; son, Cary and daughterin-law, Michelle and four beautiful granddaughters, Meghan, Erin, Emily and Faith all of Rochester, Massachusetts; his sister Patricia Ferguson of Chickasha, Oklahoma and brothers, James Humphrey of Dallas, Texas, and Harold Humphrey of Mission, Texas. His first wife, Sandye Humphrey of North Little Rock also survives him.

Memorials may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society, The American Diabetes Society or the American Heart Association in Paul's honor. Funeral Services will be at 12 noon, Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home with Brother Jerry Butler officiating. Burial will follow in Rest Hills Memorial Park 7724 Landers Road North Little Rock, Ark., 72117, (501) 835-3515. www.griffinleggettresthills.com.

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BETTY SUE COOPER JOHNSON, 58, of North Little Rock, Ark., went to bewith the Lord August 9, 2009. She's survived by daughters, Tameka and Tonya Carter; one son, Dennis Johnson Jr.; four grandchildren, Isaac, Keyshawn, Jaelon and Elijah; four sisters, Peggy, Donna, Bobbie and Lillian a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services: Saturday, August 15, 2009, 11 a.m., at Christ Centered Fellowship Baptist Church, Jacksonville, Ark., Rev. Johnny Hill, Officiating. Family hour: Friday, August 14, 2009, 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester St., LR (501) 372-1305. Memorial contributions to be made in lieu of flowers to: Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home.

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MARY JULIA DUNN KEOWN, 80, of Little Rock, Ark., passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, W. Phillip Keown; and one daughter, Ida Ogretta Keown Mackintrush. She's survived by one daughter, Debra Keown of Houston, Texas; two sons, Glesther Keown and Reginald (Haylad) Keown of Maumelle, Ark.; one stepdaughter, Ada L. Keown of Little Rock, Ark.; sisters, Annie Gretrude (Tom) Cotton of Birmingham, Ala., Carolyn (Milton) Young and Clara Tyree all of Eutaw, Ala., and Bobby J. Morgan of Boligee, Ala.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Woodrow (Mable) Keown Sr.; three sisters-in-law, Bessie McKinstry, Roberta K Irby and Eller Keown all of Little Rock, Ark., and a host of nephews and nieces. A celebration of her life will be will Friday, August 14, 2009, 11 a.m., at Pleasant Hill CME Church, 3801 E. 38th Street, College Station, Ark. (501) 490-2267. Interment will follow at Little Rock National Cemetery. Family visitation: Thursday, August 13, 2009, 6-7 p.m., at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home, 1200 Chester St., LR, (501) 372-1305.

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DAVID R. "RANDY" MOORE of Little Rock, age 60, ended his valiant struggle of more than ten years with spinal and brain cancer on August 11, 2009. Although the battle was sometimes formidable, Randy and Karen were blessed to have the love and support of so many during this long fight - family, friends,healthcare professionals, etc. For this, we are truly grateful.

Randy was born on October 18, 1948 in El Dorado, Arkansas. He graduated from El Dorado High School in 1966.He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1968-1971. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1976 and has remained a loyal Sooners fan throughout the years.

Randy worked for AT&T, Systematics, later Alltel Information Services, and Pegasus before his health forced him to retire in 2006. He attended St. James United Methodist Church and loved the Saturday Night Service. Randy maintained an incredible attitude throughout his illness and his faith and sense of humor helped him and those around him have smiles to the very end. He was a fabulous cook and loved to travel and make people smile. He loved music - from rock and roll to classical to bluegrass gospel - he had an appreciation for it all.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Senator W.D. "Bill" and Juanita Moore. He is survived by his wife and soul-mate, Karen Huber, brothers Bill (Marge) Moore of Houston, Texas, Dennis Moore of Waco, Texas, and sister Janis Lentz of McAllen, Texas. He is also survived by nieces: Leah (Glenn) Slaven of Baytown, Texas, Diana (Dea) Everett of Victoria, Wash., Karrie Huber of Fayetteville, Ark., and nephews: Drew Lentz of McAllen, Texas, Peter (Christina) Lentz of San Antonio, Texas, and Kasper Huber of Fayetteville, Ark. In addition he is survived by mother-in-law, Katharine Huber and brother-in-law Barry (Glinda) Huber, all of Jonesboro, Ark., great-nieces Katie Slaven and Emma Lentz and great-nephews Brandon and Andrew Lentz, as well as several cousins. He also leaves many special friends and his dogs Sophie and Lucy, who will miss him so very much.

A celebration of Randy's life will be held at St. James UMC on Thursday, August 13 at 3 p.m., officiated by Rev. Greg Schick. In honor of Randy's favorite church service, please come dressed casually, preferably in bright colors. Afterwards the family will joyfully receive people at the home (4006 Valley View Drive). Please feel free to join us for both or either to celebrate Randy's wonderful life!

There are so many to thank it is impossible to list everyone, but special appreciation goes to Dr. Howard Colman and staff at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, the caring people at UAMS in Little Rock (Dr. Laura Hutchins Ron, Donna, Kathy, Anita, the nurses on 7H and in the Infusion Center). Also, thanks go to CARTI, Hospice Home Care, MEMS and his always supportive church family at St.James. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. James UMC, MD Anderson, UAMS, CARTI or to Caring-Bridge, which has been such a help these last few months (www.caringbridge.org/visit/randymoore).

Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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TAMMY D. OWENS, 36, of Jacksonville passed away August 9, 2009.She was preceded in death by grandparents, Alton and Lorene Clark, an aunt, Pam, and close cousin, Christy Goldman.

She is survived by husband, Cecil Owens; daughters, Kayla and Brittany Owens; parents, Sharon (Ronald Anderson); in-laws, Veronica (Cecil Owens Sr.); sister, Kimberly (Marty Vondran); brother, Christopher (Lacy Anderson); sister-in-law, Allyne McCulley; brother-in-law, James (Sherry McCulley); nieces, Hannah, Lanie, Gracie and Katie; nephews, Dylan, David, Jonathon and Devin; uncles, Dennis (Barbara Pratt), James (Valerie Pratt); aunts, Kathie Chambers, Diana (Jim Aufderheide) and countless other family and friends.

Graveside services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, August 13, 2009, at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, 1504 Loop Rd. Jacksonville. Please sign the on-line guest book at www.mooresjacksonvillefuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under direction of Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home (501) 982-2136.

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EDNA MAE PITTMAN, 80, of Little Rock, a mother and housewife, passedaway Saturday. She was preceded in death by husband; Will Pittman Sr., two sons; Will Pittman Jr. and Alvin Pittman. She is survived by two sons; Silester Pittman, and Melvin Pittman, three daughters; Verdia Pittman, Ester Pittman Norman, andLora Pittman Lawrence, 13 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be Friday, August 14, 2009,12 noon at National Cemetery, LR. The family will receive friends Friday, August 13, 2009, from 7:30 till 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Home, 1518 S. Battery St., LR. (501) 376-4800 "Only Heaven Can Serve You Better."———◊———

ELINOR K. ROYCE, 78, of Little Rock died Monday, August 10, 2009. Shewas born on October 12, 1930, in Cushing, Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Garrett Anson Keeling and Elinor Grace Robinson. She was an accomplished vocalist, pianist, and organist. She was a founding member of the Arkansas Chamber Singers and sang at both Clinton Presidential Inaugurations. She was also a former member of the Arkansas Opera Theatre, the Arkansas Children's Opera Theatre, and the National Association of Music Teachers. She shared her gift of music through her church as the director of the Joyful Noise Children's Choir, member of the Angelus Hand Bell Choir, and song leader of Saturday night worship services. Other volunteer activities include the Caring Hands ministry and prison ministry.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers, Troy Keeling and Bill Keeling. She is survived by three sons, David Royce of Little Rock, Garrett Royce (Lucinda) of Tacoma, Washington and Joseph Royce of Little Rock; two daughters, Cassandra Barnett (Philip) of Fayetteville and Suzanne Carlisle (Jerry) of Little Rock; four grandsons, Joshua Royce (Lindsay) of Tacoma, Washington, Christopher Britt of Centennial, Colorado, Jared Royce of Tacoma, Washington andMaxwell Barnett of Fayetteville.

The family wishes to express its deep appreciation for the loving care provided by the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences and Hospice Home Care.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. at St. James United Methodist Church, followed by a celebration of her life at 11 a.m. with Reverend Greg Schick officiating. Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home (501)224-8300.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arkansas Chamber Singers, P.O. Box 21002, Little Rock, Ark., 72221; or the Music Ministry at St. James United Methodist Church, 321 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72212.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfunneralhomes.com/chenal.

Arkansas

AUGUSTA - Franklin White, age 75, of Augusta, passed away Monday. Survivors son, Michael Doan; one special friend, Betty Thompson; two brothers, Wilbur Dean and Jerry; four sisters, Mae, Mary, Connie and JoAnn. Services: Wednesday, 2 p.m., Rhodes Chapel, Augusta. Arrangements, Rhodes and Son Funeral Home, Augusta and McCrory.

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BATESVILLE - Larry J. Sevier, age 63, of Batesville, Arkansas died August 9, 2009. A memorial service will be Wednesday, August 12, 11 a.m., at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Batesville with Father John Dryman officiating. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Service of Batesville. To sign the online guest register visit www.willisfs.com.

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BEEBE - Ruby Estelle Hefner, 89, of Beebe, Arkansas, was born August 29, 1919 at Beebe, Arkansas to Albert and Willie Woods Davis, and passed away August 11, 2009. She was a homemaker and a Baptist.

Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Porter Hefner; her parents, and seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by two daughters, Stella Jean Duncan (Jim) of Tennessee, Phyllis Jardine (Bob) of Beebe, Arkansas and two grandchildren.

Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 2009, at Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe, with burial at Antioch Cemetery in Beebe, Arkansas. www.westbrookfuneralhome.com.

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BENTON - Jordyn Marie Haskin, infant daughter of Stephen and Alisa Haskin of Benton, Ark., passed away Saturday, August 8, 2009. Born July 28, 2009, she was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed.

In addition to her parents, she is survived bytwo brothers, Zackary and Jacob Haskin; grandparents, Janet Miller and Judy and Gary Haskin; great grandmother, Dorothy "GiGi" Miller; two aunts, Janet Storment and husband Curtis, and Rebecca Jones and husband Danny; and four cousins, Jeffrey and Gary Storment and Alex and Jessika Jones. Jordyn was preceded in death by her grandfather, Paul Miller.

Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy. 5 North, Alexander (501-455-1067). Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2009, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park. To sign Jordyn's online guest book, visit www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

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CARLISLE - Elizabeth Snider, age 89, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 10, 2009.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Walter Brooks (Bob) Snider, son, Ted Snider, grandson, Lance Snider, and great-granddaughter, Brooke Meredith.

Survivors include sons, Bob (Peggy) Snider of Jonesboro and Herb (Carol) Snider of Hazen; daughters, Hallie (Milton) Stovesand of Stuttgart and Loretta (Billy) Marcotte and Pam (Don) Walter of Carlisle; daughter-in-law, Linda Snider of Blytheville; 18 grandchildren, and35 great-grandchildren. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, August 13 at the Carlisle First United Methodist Church with interment in Carlisle Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. Online guest book, www.boydfuneralhome.net.

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CONWAY - Linda R. Dison, 64, of Conway, passed away Monday, August 10, 2009, at her home. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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CONWAY - Herbert C. Furman, 71, of Conway, died Friday, August7, 2009, at Conway Regional Health System. He was born October 17, 1937, in Dover, New Jersey, a son of the late Herbert W. and Bessie (Elston) Furman. Herb was also preceded in death by his former wife, Barbara; a daughter-in-law, Angelia Furman; and a granddaughter, Autumn Noelle Furman.

Mr. Furman was a retired welder; a member of the Downtown Pentecostals Church of Conway; and a Marine Veteran.

Survivors are his wife, Betty Furman; son, Michael Furman of Baytown, Texas; daughter, Tracey (Wheeler) Burdine and husband Brian of Magnolia; grandchildren, Kyle, Justin and April; one step-son, five step-daughters, and a number of step-grand and great-grandchildren; sisters, Barbara Goodwin of Pennsylvania; Deanna Scheer of North Carolina; and a number of nephews and nieces.

Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral will be 2 p.m., Thursday, August 13, 2009, at the Conway United Pentecostal Church. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway, under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway. 501-327-7727. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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DES ARC - Terry Robert Hancock, 61, of Des Arc died Saturday. Survivors include his wife Donnene, one daughter, two sons, three sisters, eight grandchildren. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Garth Funeral Home in Des Arc. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Thursday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Jacksonville. Burial will be in Downey City Cemetery in Downey City, Idaho. Sign on-line guest register at www.garthfuneralhome.com.

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DOVER - Ira Gene Cobb, 71, of Dover, died August 8, 2009. A family conducted memorial service will be held at Dover First Baptist Church at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2009. Arrangements are under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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DOVER - Reverend Robert "Bob" Haymes, 78, of Dover, died Thursday, August 6, 2009. The family will conduct a memorial service 10 a.m., Friday, August 14, 2009 at the Russellville National Guard Armory. Arrangements are by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Memorials: The hospice program of the donor's choice. Online obituary/guestbook: www.shinnfuneral.com.

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EVENING SHADE - Bobby Neil Holder, 72, of Evening Shade, died Monday, August 10, 2009 at his home. Memorial services Thursday, August 13, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Piney Fork Church of Christ in Evening Shade. Arrangements by Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland.

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GLENWOOD - Pauline Williams Wright, age 77, of Glenwood, died Monday. Services will be 10 a.m., Thursday in the Glenwood First Baptist Church with a private interment in Mt. Tabor Cemetery under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Visitation will be Wednesday, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Guest registry is www.davis-smith.com.

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GRIFFITHVILLE - Ray Herekamp, 80, of Griffithville, Ark., passed away Monday, August 10, 2009. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at the funeral home. Funeral service: 2 p.m., Thursday, August 13, 2009 at Searcy McEuen Funeral Home in Searcy, Ark. Interment: Walker Cemetery near Griffithville, Ark. www.searcymceuenfuneralhome.com.

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HAZEN - Mary Margaret Pich, age 71, of Hazen, died Monday, August 10, 2009. Margaret was a loving wife and mother who was active in community affairs and always willing to lend her husband a helping hand on the farm. She had a strong will to live and fought a long battle.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Bill Pich; one daughter, Terry Hirsch and husband, Greg of Birmingham, Ala.; two sons, Jon Pich and wife, Lisa of Tampa, Fla., and Alan Pich of Columbus, Ohio; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three sisters, Rosetta VanHouten of Hazen, Freida Eddins of Little Rock, Sandra Hoesch of Mabelvale and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m., at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Thursday, August 13, 2009 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Tollville with interment in the Hazen Cemetery.

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HECTOR - Gertrue Hill, 90, of Hector, Ark., died Friday, August 7, 2009. Funeral service will be 10 a.m.., Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Hector First Assembly of God Church. Burial will be at Walnut Grove Cemetery under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service. Internet obituary and online guestbook are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.

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HOPE - Mrs. Betty Jean Grove, 64, Hope, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2009, in a Texarkana Hospital. Funeral Services 2 p.m., Thursday, August 13, Providence Memorial Baptist Church, Perrytown, Rev. James Honeycutt officiating. Burial follows Snell Cemetery, Emmet, Ark. Visitation: Wednesday, August 12, 5-7 p.m., Brazzel/Oakcrest, Hope. Online Guestbook: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com.

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HOT SPRINGS - Dewey Alan Thurman, age 60, of Hot Springs, diedFriday, August 7, 2009 at a local hospital. He was born May 24, 1949 in Hot Springs. He retired from the Corps of Engineer after 28 years of service and was a veteran of the United States Army.

Alan was a hardworking dedicated man who loved his family deeply through his actions and was loved by all his friends and family in return. He was a special son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great friend, who will be missed by many.

He was predeceased by his father, Dewey H. Thurman and his stepfather, Olin D. Stevens. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Gibson Thurman of Hot Springs Village; one son and daughter-in-law, Christopher Alan and Deidre Thurman of Plainview, Ark.; one daughter, Staci Lea Thurman of Little Rock; mother, Dorothy E. Kelley Stevens of Hot Springs, three sisters, Sherry Ann Beavers and husband Lanny of Hot Spring Village, Judy Daniels and husband Herbie and Pam Echols; two brothers, David Thurman and Mike Thurman all of Hot Springs; two grandchildren, Adrianna Nicole Thurman and Christopher Alan Thurman II also of Plainview, Ark.

Funeral services with military honors will be Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Gross Funeral Home with the Rev. Gerald Taylor officiating.

Honorary Pallbearers will be, Danny Sherer, Donald McAfee, Terry Smith, Dale Leggett, Jack Johnson, Greg McDade and Richard Oliver.

You may sign the online guest book at www.grossfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Gross Funeral Home.

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HOT SPRINGS - Michael Edwin Treanor, 70, Hot Springs died August 9, 2009. Survivors include his wife, Marcella, nine children, 27 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and two brothers. Service is Saturday, August 15, 2009, 1 p.m., Calvary Chapel in the Ozarks, 2100 W Perry Road, Rogers, Ark., Pastor Paul Lester officiating. Guests register www.caruth-hale.com.

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JUDSONIA - Donald B. Williams, 69, of Judsonia, went to be with his Lord on August 8, 2009. He was a navy veteran. He is survived by his wife Wilma Jean, and two sisters Barbara Lane and Shirley Cantrell. Service will be Thursday August 13, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home with visitation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Services entrusted to Powell Funeral Home Bald Knob. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

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LAKEVIEW - Celebration of Life for Michael Maxwell, 66, Lakeview will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., August 14, 2009, at the Jim Gaston Visitor Center. Michael died August 5th. A U.S. Marine and U.S. Army veteran survived by his wife Helen. Arrangements by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit an online obituary/guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.

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LESLIE - Connis O. Avey, 68, of Leslie died Monday. Survivors wife Elberta, sisters: Lois, Janice, brothers: Cheston, Marion. Visitation Wednesday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Roller-Coffman Chapel. Graveside services 2:30 p.m., Elberta Cemetery, Leslie, Ark., under the direction of Roller-Coffman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes. com, (870) 448-3338.

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LONOKE - Marlene Miller was called home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 9, 2009. She was born October 25 to Marlie and Vesta Lassiter. She is survived by her very special friend, Carroll Horne of Sherwood; two daughters, Tanya Talley of Conway and Keri Cress of Lonoke; a brother, Jim (Wanda) Lassiter of Hot Springs; three granddaughters, Kristen and Lauren Talley of Conway, Rachel Sanders of Lonoke; sister-in-law, Jeri Honnet of Austin, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; Marlie and Vesta Lassiter and grandson Robert Cordell. A Memorial service will beheld at Boyd Funeral Home in Lonoke at 10 a.m. on Thursday August 13, 2009, followed by a private burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - A Celebration of Life for George Pike, 77, Mountain Home, 2 p.m., August 12, 2009, Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel. George died August 8th. A carpenter, U.S. Army veteran survived by wife, Carole. Arrangements by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit an online obituary/guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Graveside services for Debra White, 56, of Mountain Home, will be 10 a.m., August 12, 2009, Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery. A homemaker survived by three children, Tania, Joshua and Norman White all of Mountain Home. Arrangements by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit an online obituary/guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW - Bonnie Jenelle Thatcher, 62, died August 9, 2009 at Calico Rock. Survived by her husband, two daughters, six grandchildren, one brother, two step-brothers, one sister and one step-sister. Funeral service is 2 p.m., August 12, 2009, at Flatwood Baptist Church, Mtn. View. Online guestbook www.rollerfunerahomes.com.

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PLAINVIEW - Chief Master Sergeant Guilford Samuel Standridge, 76, Plainview died Monday, August 10, 2009, at Saint Joseph's Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 13, 2009, 10 a.m. at Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle. Burial will be in North Little Rock State Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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RUSSELLVILLE - Vada Deane Bruyneel, age 87, of Russellville, died Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation center. All services are private and under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service. The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.

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SCOTT - Thelma Irene Roach of Scott, Arkansas was born on July 3, 1915 in Centralia, Oklahoma and died at Sheridan Health Care and Rehabilitation in Sheridan, Arkansas on August 10, 2009. Mrs. Roach was a homemaker, wife, and mother.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father Della P. and O.C. Hamm; husband Henry N. Roach; and son Scott F. Taylor. Survivors include two daughters and husbands Judy and Larry Jenkins of Scott, Ark., and Phyllis "Nickie" and Jim Williams of Prattsville, Ark.; brothers C.E. Hamm of Lawton, Okla., Gene Hamm of Mission, Texas; and Bobby Hamm of Walters, Okla.; sisters, Juanita Glover of Elgin, Okla. and Geneva Wilson of Lawton, Okla.; six grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

There will be no services planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Huson Funeral Home in Sherwood. Sign an online guest book at www.husonfuneralhome.com.

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SHERIDAN - Charlie Mitchell Jr., 83, of Sheridan, Arkansas diedMonday. Survivors: sons, Michael, Danny, John; daughters, Frances Jo, Susan; brother, Edgar; sisters, Julia Mae, Cat; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; caregiver, Leslie. Funeral: 10 a.m. Thursday, chapel. Burial: NewHope Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral home of Sheridan (870) 942-1306. www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

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TAMO - Stanley Ward Bitely, PhD, EDd, 48, a lifelong resident of Tamo (Jefferson County), died Tuesday, August 11, 2009, at Baptist Health Medical Center in North Little Rock.

Ward was born December 23, 1960, in Jefferson County, the son of the late Stanley and Imogene Shults Bitely. He was reared and received his education in Grady, where he graduated from Grady High School in 1979. He attended Ouachita Baptist University, University of Central Arkansas at Conway, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and the Royal Academy at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Ward was a band director at Coal Hill Public Schools, McGehee High School, Magnet Cove Public School, and Henderson Middle School in Little Rock until his retirement in 2006. He was also an Adjudicator for Drum-Corps International.

He was a lifelong member of Linwood Baptist Church in Tamo, where he had served as music director. He was also a member of the Arkansas School Bands and Orchestra Association.

He is survived by his sisters, Elaine Freeman and her husband Denny of Edmond, Oklahoma, and Nina Bitely of Grady; four nieces and nephews, Matthew McBryde and his wife Denise of Mabelvale; Amber McBryde Usrey and her husband Brian of Marion; Carey Lee Freeman of Edmond, Oklahoma; and Casey Lyn Freeman of Irving, Texas; and a great niece, Sabrina Usrey of Marion.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 12, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Robinson's.

Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2009, 10:30 a.m., at Linwood Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Nicholson Cemetery at Tamo.

The family will be at 316 Tamo River Road in Tamo.

The family has requested that memorials take the form of contributions to your local band program or your favorite charity.

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TRASKWOOD - William "Edwin" Benning, 72, of Traskwood, died Sunday, August 9, 2009. He was a soldier, husband, father, grandfather, educator, administrator, retiree and friend. He was preceded in death by his parents William "Babe" Benning and Thelma Benning; and a sister, Betty AnnDavis.

He is survived by former spouse, Joyce Benning of Hot Springs Village; one son, Mark Benning and wife Jennifer of Bryant; two daughters, Carmen Crawford and husband Reynolds of Denver, Colorado; Jennifer Nix and husband Franklin of Traskwood; two sisters, Laura Lee Benning of Malvern; Judy Bradford of Little Rock; six grandchildren, Alex, Abby, Madeline, Morgan, Austin and Sara; several nieces and nephews and many friends.

He served in the United States Army from 1954-1957. Upon completion of duty, he obtained a Bachelors Degree from Henderson State University and a Masters Degree from the University of Arkansas. He taught high school English at Bauxite High School. While he was there he developed the Honor's English Program, served as Senior Sponsor and was the announcer for all of the Miner home football games. In 1980, he became an area supervisor for the Arkansas Department of Education. He retired from education as the Director of Federal Programs for the Helena-West Helena School District. He also retired as a Master Sergeant in the United States Army Reserve. He was an avid Chicago Cubs Fan, enjoyed traveling the globe, a remarkable movie trivia expert and loved Frank Sinatra. So much so that he would say, "If Sinatra doesn't sing it, I don't listen to it."

A private family service will be held. No formal service or visitation will be held. Memorials in his name may be made to the charity of your choice.

Cremation arrangements provided by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047). Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.

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WARREN - Bruce Edward Nelson, age 82, of Warren, Ark. died Sunday August 9, at Wagnon Place Nursing Home. Born December 26, 1926 at Ingalls, Ark., a son of the late James Louis Nelson and Mary Emma Bowman Nelson he was retired from the U.S. Air Force with 22 years service, a World War II Navy veteran, served two years in the Arkansas National Guard, a retired manager of the City of Warren Sanitation Department, former member Warren City Council for 8 years, member First Baptist Church, Caleb Sunday School Class, member V.F.W. and Warren Lions Club. Also, preceding him in death was a brother Clifton Nelson, sisters Lillie Belle Mann, Barbara Ivey, Roma Mildred Nelson, Eleanor St. John.

Survivors are his wife Jean Hoyle Nelson whom he married October 1, 1955; one son Michael Edward Nelson and spouse Janice, Warren, Ark., three daughters, Leisa Kim Thomas and spouse Phillip, McClouth, Kan., Mary Grace Martin and spouse Mike, Lowell, Ark., Laura Jean Hays and spouse Danny, Texarkana, Ark., 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services 10 a.m. Thursday, August 13, First Baptist Church. Burial Union Hill Cemetery at Ingalls, AR. by Frazer's Funeral Home. Visitation 6 till 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 12, at Frazer's. Memorials preferred First Baptist Church Building Fund or Bradley County Veterans Museum. Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com.

Out-of-state

MESA, Ariz. - Graveside services for Dorothy Cook, 87, Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Mountain Home will be 11 a.m., August 14, 2009 at Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery. A Bookkeeper survived by son, Marvin Roelse, of Gold Canyon, Ariz. Arrangements by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit an online obituary/ guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.

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De SOTO, Kan. - Madeline Mae Otto, 85 of De Soto, Kansas (former resident of Little Rock, Arkansas), passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2009, at Hillside Village Nursing Center in De Soto Kansas. She was born on April 12, 1924 in Truemann, Arkansas; she was the daughter of Rupert Wilson and Sallie Harris Wilson.

Madeline was a graduate of Central High School in Little Rock, and worked as a bookkeeper for J.A. Riggs Tractor Company. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Little Rock.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Gordon Otto, a daughter Kathy Otto, a brother Rupert "Bub" Wilson, and a sister Martha Jane Parker.

Survivors include a son Ed Otto and wife Connie of De Soto, Kansas; a sister Lou Norris of San Marcos, Texas; granddaughter Shearon Nowak and husband David of Overland Park and children Riley, Reagan, and Ryan; and granddaughter Jennie Williamson and husband Brian of Franklin, Tennessee; and daughter Emma Lou.

Funeral services will be held atNoon, Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at Huson Funeral Home Chapel at 6400 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 with Reverend Dr. John Wright officiating. a Committal Service will be held at 1 p.m. at Little Rock National Veterans Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday at the Huson Funeral Home Chapel from 11:30 a.m. until the service time at Noon. Sign an online guest book at www.husonfuneralhome.com.

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LAS VEGAS - Brendia Crosby, 60, of Las Vegas, passed away July 30,2009. She was born Nov. 29, 1948, in Little Rock, Ark., the daughter of Henry and Savanah Jernigan. She was raised in Little Rock and had resided in Las Vegas for over 32 years. Brendia had a B.S. degree in education from the University of Arkansas, Pine Bluff, Ark., and a masters of education degree in counseling from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She worked for the Clark County School District for 32 years. She spent most of her life working for the betterment of youth and adults, which she enjoyed thoroughly. Brendia is survived by her mother, Savanah Jernigan of North Little Rock, Ark.; sister, LaVerne Walker of Atlanta; brothers, Henry Jernigan Jr.; Holliest Jernigan, Edward Jernigan and Hugh Jernigan, all of Little Rock; and two nephews, Delvin and Darius Walker. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Larry G. Acklin Chapel. Interment St. Matthew Cemetery Kerr, Ark. Arrangements entrusted to Larry G. Acklin Funeral Home, 8821 Colonel Glenn, Little Rock 565-1800 www.larrygacklinfuneralhomes.com.

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TEXARKANA, Texas - Maurice H. "Chief" King age 90, of Texarkana,Texas, formerly of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died Monday, August 10, 2009, in a local hospital. Mr. King was born October 3, 1918, in Paragould, Arkansas, and lived in Philadelphia for the past 53 years. He was a retired ChiefPetty Officer for the United States Navy after serving his country for 30 years. He was a veteran of World War II and was at the U.S. Naval Station in Hawaii during the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. Following the attack he served aboard the air craft carriers U.S.S. Saratoga and U.S.S. Monterey in the South Pacific throughout the remainder of the war. He later moved into the submarine service and was in New London, Connecticut, for a tour of duty and finished his naval career at the Philadelphia Naval Station in Philadelphia. He was a Protestant and a Mason.

He was preceded in death by his wife Olga King. He is survived by his three sons who were all at his bedside as he went to be with the Lord.The sons and daughters-in-law are: Maurice H. "Buddy" and Mary King of Texarkana, Texas; Kenneth Duane and Elizabeth King of Chanhassen, Minnesota; Stephen Maurice and Cindi King of Stevensville, Maryland; one sister; Irene Thornburg of Torrance, California; eight grandchildren; Jason, Jessica, Sara, Ashley, Danielle, Chyra, Don and Jeffery; one great-granddaughter; Mary Kate and a host of friends and other relatives.

Those wishing to memorialize Mr. King may make contributions to the Cystic Fibrosis foundation, 6931 Arlington Road, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 or to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held at a later time in Philadelphia. Register online at www.TexarkanaFuneralHome.com.