Obituaries

Apr 26, 2023

Ruth Marie Smith passed from this life Wednesday, April 26, 2023. She was born September 10, 1950 in Springfield, MO to the late Benjamin and Catherine Farmer, and raised by her grandparents Benjamin and Mary Jane Farmer.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; one grand-daughter Hillary Smith; and eight siblings Gene,...

Apr 25, 2023

Oscar Thomas Murphy passed from this life Tuesday, April 25, 2023. He was born January 28, 1928 in El Dorado, AR to the late Charles "Pomp" and Sarah Murphy.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five siblings; his beloved wife of 58 years Dorothy Lee Hunt Murphy, and his great-grandchild Trent Canada.

Apr 15, 2023

Anita Rose McClendon Toney, age 81 passed from this life April 15, 2023. Anita was born March 11, 1942 in Strong, AR to the late Leo and Lela McClendon.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson Brandon Faulkner; two sisters Jackie Gean and June Wilson; and one brother Ronnie McClendon.

Those left...

Mar 27, 2023

Sandra Ann Jinks of El Dorado, AR drifted peacefully through Heaven's gates on March 27, 2023, just one day after her 80th birthday. All the ones she loved most were already there. The family is at peace knowing she can now wrap her arms around Donnie, Jeff and her loving parents. A family brought together and made whole by...

Mar 24, 2023

Janice Elizabeth Palmer, age 69, pass from this life March 24, 2023. Janice was born November 27, 1953 in Earle, AR to the late James and Robbie Crim.

She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; four sisters; two grandchildren; one great-granchild, and her loving husband Paul Palmer.

Those left to cherish her...

Mar 24, 2023

Walter Alexander "Al" Manley, age 72, passed from this life Friday, March 24, 2023. Al was born on October 12, 1950 in Griffin, GA to the late Horace and Dorothy Manley.

Those left to cherish his memory include: one daughter Erica Sunshine Herondale; one granddaughter Chloe Smith; one sister Brenda Leopard and her husband Thomas; one brother...

Mar 22, 2023

Floyd "Dutch" (Poppy Duke) Lundy was welcomed into this world by his parents, Ronald "Jake" and Becky Sue Kettell Lundy on their 3rd wedding anniversary, November 25, 1952. With his wife and daughter by his side, he departed this life on March 22, 2023. Shortly after his 18th birthday, while in his freshman year at LSU, he had an...

Mar 17, 2023

Larry Phelps ended his earthly struggle at Cornerstone Specialty Hospital in West Monroe, LA. On Friday, March 13, 2023, he entered heaven at 7:25pm at age 68. Larry was born September 30, 1954 to the late William Fred and Lou Ella "Sissie" Phelps in El Dorado, AR.

Larry worked several jobs in his lifetime from the oilfield...

Mar 17, 2023

David Dean Kinard, age 71 passed from this life on March 17, 2023. He was born October 16, 1951 in El Dorado, AR to the late Delbert and Ada Kinard.

He was a member of First Baptist Church, an active participant in their single adults Bible study class, he even sang in their sanctuary choir. He love...

Mar 6, 2023

Glenda Nell Moseley, age 79,  passed away March 6, 2023 at home. She was born October 5, 1943 in Strong, AR to the late Elmer and Gladys Lum.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sons Todd Allen Williams, Phil Lynn Williams, Brian Keith Williams.

Those left to cherish her memory include: her...

Mar 5, 2023

Perry Lee Eddleman, 61, of Junction City passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born on November 13, 1961, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Perry was great husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He loved to fish and often shared his fishing tales; he was an explorer who wanted to see it all. Perry was an outstanding high...

Feb 28, 2023

Robert Steven McDonald passed from this life, at age 67, Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX. Steve was born on October 5, 1955 in Santa Paula, CA to the late Herbert and Nellie McDonald.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother Gerald McDonald.

Those left to...

Feb 27, 2023

Johnny Bill Crossley passed from this life February 27, 2023. Johnny was born July 3, 1954 in Thornton, AR to the late John and Billie Jo Crossley.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister Debra Crossley.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his loving wife Carolyn Crossley; two step-sons Tim...

Feb 21, 2023

Joette B Poole of Strong, AR passed from this life February 21, 2023. She was born November 27, 1938 in El Dorado, AR to the late J.E. "Jim" and Lucille T. Burleson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband Huey Poole, and sister Jimmie L Cox

Those left to cherish her...

Feb 3, 2023

Ralph E. Carr, 59, passed away February 3, 2023 at Baptist Health in Little Rock, AR. He was born October 30, 1963 in Warren, AR to Travis and Mary Carr. He was a avid hunter, loved riding his Harley with friends and family as well as spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by...

Jan 29, 2023

Dan R. Oliver won his battle with cancer on January 29, 2023 at his home in Felsenthal, AR. Dan was born December 30, 1945 in El Dorado, AR.

Dan was a U.S. Army veteran, and a retired pipefitter with over 55 years as a proud Journeyman with UA Local 706, now 155. Many of his coworkers remember...

Jan 17, 2023

Charles Larry Crisp, Sr., age 79, of Strong, AR passed from this life January 17, 2023. Charles was born May 25, 1943 in Buckner, AR to the late Tillman and Birdie Crisp.

Charles was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Magnolia, AR. He loved hunting and fishing, especially with his grandkids. Whether at home or at...

Jan 16, 2023

Maria Rojo, age 67, of El Dorado, AR passed from this life January 16, 2023. Maria was born September 2, 1955 in Bernalejo De La Sierra, Mexico.

Those left to cherish her memory include: her husband Tereso Flores, three sons Salvador Flores, Alfonso Flores, Otoniel Flores; six daughters Elvia Flores, Amada Flores, Maria Del Carmen Flores, Juanita...

Jan 15, 2023

Barbara Nell Bishop, 85, of El Dorado, AR went to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Barbara was born July 7, 1937 in Lapile, AR to the late Ray and Nettilene Taunton.

To many, Barbara was the friendly expert who knew everything about Estee Lauder and Clinique. She worked over five decades in cosmetics and...

Jan 11, 2023

Robert "Bobby" Thurman Westbrook, 93 of El Dorado passed away  on January 11, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born in McNeil, Arkansas on January 18, 1929, to the late Roy Thurman and Faith Evelyn Westbrook. Robert worked for Smackover Drilling/Production for 42 years before retiring. He was a member of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist...