OBITUARIES
Arkadelphia and Camden Obituaries
Local obituaries for Arkadelphia and Camden, AR area
Velma Sue Smith
Feb 3, 2023
We can never lose what we have once enjoyed; all that we deeply love becomes part of us, such as the beautiful memories we all share of Velma Sue Newburn Smith. She was born on April 12, 1957, to Joseph Newburn and Mildred Yarber Newburn. She accepted Christ at a young age and was baptized at Mt. Morriah Baptist Church...
Katrenda Lashunda Butler
Jan 29, 2023
Katrenda Lashunda Butler, 50, of Arkadelphia, AR transitioned from this earth to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 29, 2023. She was born in Chidester, Arkansas to Doris Lynn Bowens where she joined Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. She also attended Chidester Elementary School and graduated from Blevins High School where she played basketball. Katrenda was...
Kenneth Tyrone Minor
Jan 29, 2023
Kenneth Tyrone Minor of Durham, North Carolina formerly of Camden, Arkansas departed this earthly life on January 29, 2023 in Durham, NC.
Tyrone was born on September 12, 1967, in Camden, Arkansas. He was the son of James “Speedy” and Margaret Minor. He joined Bethel AME Church at an early age and was a 1985 graduate of Camden High School....
Myron Shorts
Jan 27, 2023
Myron Shorts was born on January 3, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois to John Earl Shorts and Ruth Lee Shorts who proceeded him in death. Myron was a devoted, loving and caring person who just loved being around people. Myron loved playing the drums and singing his quartet music. Myron especially loved being around his family, particularly his nieces and nephews....
Pearline Gentry
Jan 26, 2023
Pearline “Pearl” Gentry was born in Washington, Arkansas on June 11, 1933 and was the oldest child of Corean Muldrew. The family later moved to North Little Rock, where she visited the Gum Street Church of Christ and was later baptized. While attending there she met Clemon Gentry and they were later married July 6, 1951. They shared 66 years...
Brenda Faye Piggee-Winfrey
Jan 25, 2023
On August 29, 1952, God delivered one of His most unique and precious creations into the arms of Linnie B. and Roy Norton. They named their beloved twins Brenda Faye and Linda Kaye. She spent her childhood in Okolona where she cared for and cooked for her siblings. In raising her sibling’s cooking became second nature. She was a soul...
Frances B. Middleton
Jan 23, 2023
Frances Brown Middleton was born on November 26, 1934, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to the union of Maude Eva Brown and Dona Brown.
Frances gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was an active and faithful member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church. She served with the culinary ministry, attended Sunday School regularly, and was a Senior Usher. She...
John William McDore, Jr.
Jan 23, 2023
John William “Butch” McDore, Jr., was born on November 8, 1953, in Camden, AR to the union of Frankie Mae and John W. McDore, Sr., who preceded him in death. He departed this life on January 23, 2023, at the Spring Nursing Home in Camden, AR.
In his early years, he attended the Shiloh A.M.E. Church were his families roots...
Charlie James Smith
Jan 13, 2023
Charlie James Smith was born on February 22, 1969, in Camden, Arkansas to the union of Peggy “Pinkie” Jean Smith and Charlie Smith. Charlie was affectionately known as “Jaime” or “Hollywood” by all who knew and loved him. He grew up at 646 Lincoln Center with his grandparents, Jake and Mary Lee Whitney, two brothers, and a sister.
Charlie is...
Mary Lee McDaniel
Jan 12, 2023
The Legacy of Mary Lee McDaniel
This is a glimpse into the life of a dedicated and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, Godmother, friend and most importantly a child of God. We shall not mourn her passing but rejoice for a life well lived. A life filled with love, joy, happiness and empathy for her fellow man.
A...
Marva Dean Weaver
Jan 7, 2023
We can never lose what we have once enjoyed; all that we deeply love becomes part of us, such as the beautiful memories we all share of Marva Dean Bell Williams-Weaver. Marva transitioned peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2023. Her nurturing, giving spirit spanned her 84 years of life and had a lasting effect on everyone who came in contact...
Shanette Campbell
Jan 2, 2023
The life of Shanette L. Campbell came to a close on Monday, January 2, 2023 with her family by her side. She fought a valiant fight with cancer since 2011. Shanette was born to the union of Billy Sr., and Margaret Ann Campbell on March 21, 1979 in Gurdon, Arkansas.
She accepted Christ as a little girl and was a...
Barkley V. Lambert
Jan 1, 2023
Barkley V. Lambert was born on April 19, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois to William “Big Bill” and Lucille Stevenson Lambert. Barkley accepted Jesus Christ, as his Lord and Savior at an early age.
Barkley was a 1972 graduate of West High School in Rockford, Illinois. He made history as being the first African American Firefighter in Rockford, Illinois. He served...
Charles William Beard, Jr.
Dec 31, 2022
Family and friends are invited to share Memories and Milestones at the public visitation for Charles W. Beard, Jr., from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church, 410 Bell Ave., Gurdon, Arkansas. Private memorial services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023 at Williams Funeral Home in Arkadelphia with...
Quartez T. Burton
Dec 30, 2022
The life of Quartez T. Burton nicknamed “DADA” came to a close on Friday, December 30, 2022. He was born September 23, 1998, to Veronica Yvette Crow and Winfred Burton in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
He accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He attended Gurdon High School and never ran from a...
Shirley Jernigan
Dec 30, 2022
We solemnly announce the passing of Shirley Jean Jernigan, age 66, of Arkadelphia, AR on December 30, 2022.
Shirley was born to parents, John Strickland and Shirley Burns of Warren, AR, on March 12, 1956. Upon completion of high school, Shirley went on to pursue a career in Human Services and retired as a Residential Supervisor from the Arkadelphia Human...
Wanda Crow
Dec 28, 2022
Wanda Crow was a beloved grandmother, compassionate mother, caring wife, devoted daughter, dutiful sister, and faithful friend. And for countless others in and outside of Gurdon, Arkansas — Wanda’s home from the day she greeted the world October 23, 1935 — she was a source of unconditional love. And her love was felt with every home-cooked meal, heartwarming hug, joyful...
Mary Davis
Dec 26, 2022
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, ah yes, these things I too will miss.
The sweet life of Mary Louise Simpson Davis came to a close on December 26, 2022. Most noted for her fun-loving attitude, she leaves many memories and will never be forgotten. She was born to DL Simpson and Earthline Gipson Simpson on July 4, 1964,...
George Lee Smith
Dec 22, 2022
George Lee Smith was born on April 27, 1942 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the union of Leotha Smith (Jefferson) and Leander Smith. He was a loving, generous & quiet man. He confessed his faith in Christ at a young age. Although he did not attend a formal church setting, he was a believer. George Lee was a graduate of...
Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr.
Dec 19, 2022
Eddie was born on April 14, 1959, to Elizabeth Nelson in Panther Burn, Mississippi. Eddie is a graduate of Simmons High School in Panther Burn, Mississippi. He was a modest man who enjoyed the simple pleasures that life offered. In his spare time, Eddie enjoyed spending time with his family, reading, and perfecting his talent as a Grill Master.
Eddie...
