Patricia Ann Arnold
2026
Patricia Anne (Pesnell) Arnold, known lovingly to all as Pat, passed away on June 11, 2026, at her home in Smackover, Arkansas surrounded by family. She was 81 years old. Born on October 18, 1944, in Smackover, Arkansas to Harold Pesnell and Ollie May Hardy Pesnell. Pat lived a life defined by devotion to her family, the warmth of her...
Sharon Goodnight
Jun 8, 2026
Sharon Goodnight, 80, of Camden Arkansas passed away peacefully at home Monday morning June 8,2026. Services to be announced by Perry's Funeral Chapel of El Dorado, Arkansas.
Melvin Tate
Jun 7, 2026
Melvin Tate, 45 of El Dorado, Arkansas passed away Sunday June 7,2026. Services to be announced by Perry's Funeral Chapel of El Dorado.
Jennifer Lyn Stringfellow
Jun 5, 2026
Jennifer Lyn Stringfellow 53, passed away Friday June 5,2026 at her home. She was born in El Dorado, Arkansas to Jimmy Stringfellow and Jean Frisby.
Jennifer attended Calion Baptist Church and received her LPN in 1992. She worked for South Arkansas Nephrology where she cared for her patients and assured, they received the best care possible.
She is preceded in death by...
Wesley Maczka
Jun 5, 2026
Wesley Casimir Maczka, 79, of El Dorado, Arkansas died on June 5, 2026. He was born on July 5, 1946, to Tadeusz and Maria Biernat Maczka in Hamburg, Germany.
He emigrated to the United States in 1950 and was raised in Ohio. He graduated from Youngstown State University and served in the United States Navy. He retired as a Human Resources...
Charles Allan Howard
May 28, 2026
Charles Allan Howard 67, of El Dorado, Arkansas passed away May 28,2026 at his home. He was born March 15,1959 to Leon Howard and Mary Adrys Etheridge Hannigan in El Dorado, Arkansas.
Charles worked many years for Prescolite, then returned to school to obtain his Licensed Practical Nursing degree and worked at Oak Ridge Nursing Home.
He is preceded in death by...
Mylo James Martinez
May 26, 2026
Mylo James Martinez was born sleeping on Tuesday May 26,2026. The infant son of Able Martinez and Destiny Dodson, he is survived by his parents, brothers Able Martinez, Aidan Martinez, Conner Martinez, Juan Martinez and Brian Rodriguez, Sisters Taylynn Martinez and Alexandra Rodriguez and is dearly loved by many aunts, uncles and cousins. It broke our hearts to lose him,...
Jimmy Farris
May 26, 2026
Jimmy Clyde Farris, 77, of Strong, AR, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 26, 2026. He was born on July 2, 1948, in El Dorado, AR, to the late Clyde and Opal Farris. Jimmy was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970. He worked in the oil fields...
James Walters
May 25, 2026
James Walters 82, of El Dorado passed away May 25, 2026 surrounded by his family. Cremation services provided by Perry's Funeral Chapel.
Margaret Groves
May 15, 2026
Margaret Groves, 79, of El Dorado, passed away peacefully at her home with her husband by her side on May 15, 2026. She was born on February 7, 1947, in Alexandria to W.R. Matheny and Clara Blackmon Matheny.
Margaret was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was caring for the people she loved. She loved...
Kathleen Cook
May 7, 2026
Mary Kathleen Oswalt Cook was born on December 8,1927 in Cochran Georgia to parents Claude Denson Oswalt and Ruby Lee Oswalt.
She is preceded in death by her parent, her husband Robert Tilmon Cook, and her son Robert Lee Cook.
Kathleen was a member of Three Creeks Baptist Church and worked at Prescolite for many years.
Her survivors include three sons, Rodney Cook...
James Turner
Apr 29, 2026
James Doyne Turner, 79, of El Dorado, Arkansas passed away April 29. 2026. He was born June 14, 1946 in El Dorado , Arkansas, to W.M. (Bill) Turner and Hazel Millican Turner.
James was a Navy Veteran aboard the USS Worden in Viet Nam, and according to a letter of appreciation from Capt. A.T. Stubel, commanding officer of the USS Worden...
Earl Phillips
Apr 23, 2026
Terence Earl PhillipsEarl, as he was known as to friends and family, was born November 8, 1968 and went to be with the Lord on April 23, 2026.Earl was the youngest son of Luther and Felix (McCree) Phillips. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Luther Ray Phillips and his sister, Helen Malone. Earl leaves behind a...
Minerva Uribe Galvan
Apr 18, 2026
Minerva Uribe Galvan 55, passed away April 18,2026. She was born June 17,1970 in Rayon San
Luis Potosi, Mexico to Gumesindo Uribe and Enedina Galvan.
She was a devout Catholic and member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in El Dorado, Arkansas, dedicating her life to family and faith.
Surviving her is partner Rodrigo Torres Sr., her sons; Pedro Diaz, Luis Antonio Diaz, Sergio...
Belinda Willams
Apr 16, 2026
Belinda Marie Williams, 50, of Waldo passed away April 16,2026. She was born December 23, 1975, in Modesto, California to Henry White Sr. and Judy Ford.
Belinda was a loving mother and daughter. She loved spending time with her family.
Preceding her in death are her sister Patricia Tittle and nephew Bryan Tittle.
Surviving her are her Mother Judy Ford, her Father Henry...
Florence Williamson
Apr 13, 2026
Florence Maida Thurlkill Williamson, born December 24, 1938, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Rufus and Sarah Thurlkill, passed peacefully on April 13, 2026
Florence was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was marked by faith, creativity, and a deep love for her family. She dedicated 27 years of service working in the fabrics department at Wal-Mart, where she shared...
Mark Thigpen
Apr 12, 2026
Mark Smith Thigpen, a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away on May 10, 2026, at Baptist Medical. Born on February 20, 1954, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Mark lived a life rich in love, commitment, and adventure.Mark was the cherished son of the late Rita Nell Thigpen and Charles Jasper Thigpen. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Paula,...
Sam Fairris
Apr 12, 2026
Sam Thomas Fairris, 89, completed his earthly journey, surrounded by his family, on April 12,
2026. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, devotion to family, and a life rich with friendships
and adventure.
He was born on March 18, 1937 in Strong, AR, to the late John Henry and Addie Laura Benford
Fairris.
Sam was an army veteran and served in the Korean...
Ricky Ellis Thaxton
Apr 7, 2026
Ricky Ellis Thaxton was born on April 27, 1961, in Musella, Georgia, to Norman Ellis Thaxton, Jr. and Deloris Louise (Crosby) Moss. He grew into a man of action and integrity. He dedicated over 30 years as a lineman and expert communications technician. A career that took him across the United States and US territories. Ricky was highly respected for...
Beatrice Stuard
Mar 20, 2026
Beatrice Stuard, 93, of Junction City, Arkansas passed away March 20. 2026. She was born May 11, 1932in Durant , Oklahoma to Charles and Mary Dawson.
Beatrice worked for Old Hickory Barbecue in El Dorado, Arkansas, later she worked for the Parkers Chapel School District.
She is preceded by her parents, her husband Robert Junior Stuard and son Larry Robert Stuard ,...
