OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
Rico A. Cone
Nov 14, 2024
“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:6-7
Rico Anton Cone was born into this life September 9, 1969, in Fordyce, Arkansas to the union of Earnest Cone, Jr., and Beatrice Momon Cone.
He professed...
Michael Dwayne Eason
Nov 9, 2024
The Life and Legacy of Michael Dwayne Eason
Michael Dwayne Eason, affectionally known as “Wayne” was born on May 1, 1957, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to Edward Emerson and Desarea House Eason.
Michael grew up in the Mt. Moriah community and at an early age, became a member of the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. He was outgoing, kind, thoughtful, and loved to talk....
Ruth Ella Charles
Nov 4, 2024
Ruth Ella Dansby-Charles better known as "Moot". A beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a friends when needed to many when needed.
Ruth Ella worked for Beirne Lumber Company in Beirne, Arkansas later becoming a homemaker. She has a true passion for outdoors with hobbies in both hunting and fishing, but mostly fishing. She would spend countless hours watching...
James Earl Lee, Jr.
Nov 3, 2024
James Earl Lee, Jr., was born on September 24, 1982, in Camden, Arkansas to James Earl Lee, Sr., and Patricia Ann Parham Lee.
James commonly know as “Polo Da Don” was a 2001 Camden Fairview High School and worked with grave services with Proctor Funeral Home in Camden, Arkansas.
He enjoyed listening to R&B and Rap Music. In his spare time, he...
John Earl Melbert
Nov 1, 2024
John was born August 28, 1949, in Oakdale, Louisiana to Gus Melbert Jr., and Beatrice Walker Melbert. He attended Allen High School in Oakdale and worked as a carpenter.
He later moved and settled in Seattle, Washington with his wife, Octavia Melbert of 40 years who preceded him in death. While in Seattle he worked maintenance in a healthcare facility until...
Pastor Michael Anthony Hale
Oct 27, 2024
The journey of life for Michael Anthony Hale began on September 24, 1958. He was the 3rd child of 7 children born in Okolona, Arkansas to Imon Hale, Jr., and Mary Ellen Lidge Hale. The Hale family settled in Arkadelphia where Michael attended Arkadelphia High School.
In 1976, he visited the home of Deacon JV Hill and Sister Georgia for prayer;...
Malcolm Jamal Jones
Oct 26, 2024
Malcolm Jamal Jones was born February 1, 1998 to Irish Turner and DeMarcus Johnson.
Malcolm united with First Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He loved going to church with his grandmother.
Malcolm attended Carthage Public Schools and Malvern Public Schools. Malcolm was a jack of all trade. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, playing basketball, hunting, four-wheeler riding, and pit bulldogs.
Malcolm was...
Lee Kennel, Jr.
Oct 17, 2024
Lee Kennel, Jr. passed away on October 17, 2024, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, at the age of 69. Known to many as "Dog Pound," he loved the life that he lived and lived the life that he loved.
Born on February 22, 1955, in Gurdon to the union of Lee Kennel, Sr., and Jerline Gamble Kennel, Lee was a familiar face in...
Randolph VanHook, Sr.
Oct 17, 2024
Randolph VanHook Sr. (December 30, 1955 – October 17, 2024) was a remarkable individual whose presence lit up the lives of those around him. Born to Harvey Gene VanHook and Irene Haynie, Randolph embodied the spirit of a true southern gentleman—generous, caring, and always ready to lend a helping hand. His infectious laughter and warm personality made him a beloved...
Yasmin S. Anthony
Oct 16, 2024
“Yazzi” as she was affectionately called, was born into this life on August 26, 1990 to Stephanie and Terry in Hope, Arkansas.
Intelligent, shy, and fiercely loyal, she formed lifelong friendships with many classmates at Prescott High School and a special bond with her sisters, Nakia, Jumilya, Karla and step siblings A’shjanai and DQ. She graduated Prescott Class of 2008. Her...
Jerry Ankton
Oct 16, 2024
Jerry “Cush” Ankton was born into this life January 16, 1948 in Dalark, Arkansas, a small close-knit community on the outskirts of Arkadelphia. He was the son of Roosevelt “Tip” Ankton and Bessie Carr. He accepted Christ at a young age and was a life-long member of Mt. Olive AME Church. “Cush” played baseball with the Dalark Baseball team and...
James Edward "Tiny" Carrigan, Sr..
Oct 10, 2024
James Edward Carrigan, Sr., also affectionately known as "Tiny," passed from this life on October 10, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born on November 21, 1943, in Fulton, Arkansas to the union of Jefferson Carrigan and Amalee Nash Carrigan. He accepted Christ and was baptized at Antioch Baptist Church n DeAnn. He was a 1961 graduate of...
Michael Allen Jones
Oct 7, 2024
Michael Allen Jones was born on January 30, 1964, in Arkadelphia, AR to the union of Gale Jones and Louise Macon Jones. He was a 1982 graduate of Arkadelphia High School and a very smart and talented student.
Mike had a special gift! As a child, he never brought home any books or homework, and made “Straight A’s” all through school!...
Jeanne Butler
Oct 5, 2024
Jeanne Smith Butler was born on November 15, 1966, in Arkadelphia. She was the daughter of Alberta Smith; when her mother married Claude Beard, Sr., she stole his heart. He loved and raised her as his own. A natural-born leader, “Gina” was the glue that held everything together. She made sure that everyone was accountable and knew their role. She...
Hosie James Hale
Oct 2, 2024
Hosie James Hale was born on January 10, 1937, in Okolona, Arkansas to Clyde “Bud” Wiley and Sally Maud Hale. Hosie accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age and was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Okolona, where he also served as a deacon.
Hosie was a proud graduate of the historical Simmons High School...
Bennie Pollins
Sep 27, 2024
Mr. Bennie Lee Pollins was born on July 11, 1941 to US and Verdie Mae Pollins. He was the second of their four sons. He departed this life on September 27, 2024.
Bennie attended school in Okolona, Arkansas and graduated from Simmons High School in 1961. From a young age he worked on the farm taking care of cows. In 1962...
Dorothy J. Mitchell
Sep 22, 2024
Dorothy Jean Perkins Mitchell the beautiful soul we all lovingly knew as “Dot” unexpectedly passed from this life on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Her passing reminds us that life is uncertain, but death is sure.
Dot was born in Camden, Arkansas on May 5, 1956. She was the daughter of Mildren Malone and John Morris Neal.
Shortly after her birth, she was...
Robert Lawrence Wilson, Esq.
Sep 21, 2024
On being born, Robert told the story as a time when his mother had hoped she would give birth before her mother, a beloved midwife, arrived. He laughed when he told it, and there is no doubt that his sense of humor was solidified on the first day that God planted him in the world. He joined two older siblings,...
Katherine Reed
Sep 16, 2024
Katherine Luvenia Reed, 53, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas transitioned to be with our Heavenly Father on Monday, September 16, 2024. She was born September 8, 1973, in Frankfort, Kentucky to Mac Arthur Lee Reed and Bobbie Ruby Reed. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents.
Kathy graduated from Lakeside High School, Class of 1989, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She took classes...
Joe E. Griffith
Sep 11, 2024
Colonel Joe Ed Griffith peacefully transitioned on September 11, 2024, in Concord, CA. Joe was born the youngest child of Richard and Roberta (Tate) Griffith, in Arkadelphia, AR, on December 17, 1942, just after his fraternal twin brother, Will E. Griffith. Joe was the quiet joy of his brothers and sisters. Colonel Griffith was a proud and decorated military man...
