Crystal Janeen Lewis, 39, of Jacksonville, Arkansas departed this life on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Crystal was born on February 24, 1980 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Lois Lewis and the late Willie Lewis, both of Jacksonville, Arkansas.
Visitation will be Friday, April 26, 2018, from 10 A.M. – Noon in the chapel at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 W. Main, Jacksonville, Arkansas,72076 with memorial services beginning at 1:00 pm.
Arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 W. Main, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
James “Carroll” Evans (67) passed away on April 23, 2019.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, son Mitchell, stepson Wayne (Eliza) Beagle, stepdaughter Jennifer Gray, sister Martha Lee, brothers Ricky (Sue) Evans and Bobby Evans, and 10 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 1 pm at Floyd United Methodist Church.
Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Donald Hines, age 82, of Little Rock passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. He was born on December 4, 1936 in Gooding, Idaho to the late William Albert and Gladys Eddings-Hines.
He proudly served in the United States Navy and was a professional truck driver.
He leaves behind three children Rick Hines (Rita) of Little Rock, Arkansas, Larry Hines and Teresa Roberts both of McCaulley, Texas.
Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Tim Owens, 53, left this world on Monday, April 22, 2019 at his home in Smackover. He was born on August 8, 1965 to Glenda Hebert, of Smackover, Arkansas and Glen Owens of Wesson, Arkansas.
Tim worked as a CNC Machinist his entire life and was highly intelligent. He was known for his sarcastic sense of humor and was beloved by everyone for his good heart.
Tim is preceded in death by his father Johnny Hebert.
He is survived by his best friend, Mary Owens, his two children; Nicki Owens and Heather Nix (Josh), his parents, his grandchildren; Layla, Elias, Addie, Parker, and Christian, his brothers; Mike Owens (Teresa), Barry Owens (Amy), Wayne Owens (Lori) and Glen Owens Jr., and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
A family hosted public memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 5:30 P.M. at Wings of Love located at 445 Industrial Road in Eldorado, Arkansas, 71730.
Memorials in his honor may be made to Wings of Love Recovery Center, 445 Industrial Road in Eldorado, Arkansas, 71730.
Cremation arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400
Fred Ray Martin, 73 of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed from this life on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. He was born in Sevierville, Tennessee to the late Ray E and Beatrice Martin. Fred was a member of Crystal Hill Baptist Church in Little; enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his children. Fred retired from Little Rock School district after 30 years.
He is also preceded in death by his siblings Jimmy Martin, Dorothy Martin Cattlit and a son Michael Allen. Fred leaves behind his loving wife Barbara Martin; children Jimmy Ray Martin, Debra Jean Martin, Joshua Martin, Haley Martin, Celena Martin, Tracy Allen (Pam), April Watson (Mark), Anita Duke; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 12-1pm at Crystal Hill Baptist Church in Little Rock with funeral services to follow at 1:00pm. Burial will follow at Crystal Hill Cemetery.
Services are under the direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Shelby Franklin Ahart Jr, 73 of North Little Rock, Arkansas went to his heavenly home Monday, April 22, 2019. He was born on November 28, 1945 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Shelby Franklin Sr and Julia Bernice Ahart. Shelby enjoyed and was a baseball fan his entire life but spending time with his family was his greatest joy. Shelby served proudly in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Karla Ahart; two daughters Kim Thompson (Bobby), Cheryl Ahart (Jed Darr); four grandchildren Shelby, Rhett, Noah, Ava; sisters Brenda Marlin, Pam Leisenring (Tom) and a host of other family and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 11:00am at Friendly Chapel Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Evelyn Laverne Rose’s life’s story began on October 25, 1933 in Corpus Christi Texas; born to the late Evelyn Blake and Samuel Riley Rose. On April 9, 2019 after 85 years, she left us in Glenwood Arkansas, to be with her beloved family.
She was preceded in death by husband Chuck Lybarger, brother Leroy, brother Bill and daughter Rhonda Ulloth.
Laverne is survived by her brother Samuel Rose Jr. of Temple Texas and Francis Bardwell of Glenwood Arkansas.
Laverne grew up in Beeville Texas; for about 50 years lived in the Texas Coastal Bend Corpus Christi area. Her retirement years in Glenwood Arkansas. She was a devote Christian, wife and mother. She loved going to church; she loved fellowshipping with church family. Family was very important to Laverne; everything she did in her life was for the love of her own and extended family. In 1964 she adopted her daughter Rhonda. Rhonda and Chuck were the center of Laverne’s life. She enjoyed cooking, laughing, singing, and raising her family; including pets along the way, the last her beloved pug GiGi.
A family hosted celebration of life will service be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 2 P.M. at the Bonnerdale Seventh-day Adventist Church, located at 709 Adventist Church Road in Bonnerdale, Arkansas, 71943.
Cremation arrangements are under the trusted care and direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400
In Laverne’s final years, she did much to support the mission organization Arkansas School of the Prophets. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Laverne’s memory; 759 N Bumble Bee Rd, Glenwood, Arkansas 71933. (888) 278-7744 /schooloftheprophetsar@gmail.com
Dewey Earl Stanton, 71, of Mabelvale, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday April 24, 2019. He was born on October 9, 1947 in Magnolia, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents Dewey and Thelma Stanton; Sister Mary Propst; bonus daughter Terra Jones.
Dewey is survived by his wife Sherry Stanton; son Rusty Stanton (Jerri); daughter Susan Marion (Roger); Bonus sons Philip Goldie and Mathew Jones; Grandchildren Hunter Stanton (Espi), Haley Stanton, Ethan Marion, Somer Goldie, Joseph & Jacob Jones; Great-grandchildren Persphone and Scarlett Stanton; Sister Jean Ray; Brother Eddie Griffis (Linda); Nephew Mike Orr (Jen) and many other friends he considered as part of this family.
Dewey loved to hunt and spend as much time as he could in the outdoors. He loved to play pool, garden, cook, and spending time with his family & friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2-4 pm at the Stanton’s.
Cremation arrangements are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400
Glen Farrar, 76, of Lonoke passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. He was born in Delhi, Louisiana on July 2, 1942 to the late Jewel and Hyacinth Farrar.
He was an Army veteran who served in the Vietnam War, he also retired from Remington Arms and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #51 in Lonoke, Arkansas and the VFW Post 4548 in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Glen was a loving father, brother but enjoyed himself the most with his grandchildren.
Glen is preceded in death by his wife Judy Farrar, sister Ruby Nell Munholland and a nephew Ernest Lloyd McDaniel III.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories his children Samantha Veteto (Jonathan), Justin Farrar and Tony Farrar; grandchildren Jonathan Farrar, Megan Farrar, Katie Veteto, Farrah Veteto and Cole Veteto; a sister Bonnie McDaniel; niece Pam McDaniel; nephews Scott Munholland, Mark Munholland and Greg Munholland and a brother-in-law Raz Munholland
A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 1:00 P.M. at New Hope Baptist Church, 557 New Hope Road, Carlisle, Arkansas with a memorial service to begin at 2:00 P.M.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Keith Kochel Venable, 62, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away from his life on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. He was on his job as building maintenance at Main Street Mall in Little Rock. He was born in Little Rock, AR to the late Joseph “Ward” Venable Sr., and Adelene Eudora on July 5, 1956.
He is also preceded in death by his siblings John David Venable, Joseph “Buddy” Venable Jr., sisters Bobbye Sue Venable, Paulette Harris, Linda Breeding, and Mary Nell Cohrt.
Keith leaves behind his soulmate and wife of 28 years, Sandy Venable. His sisters Katherine McHughes(Donald), Angela Sallis, brother Leonard Venable and numerous nieces and nephews.
Keith was the youngest of the family and was always there to help his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association, 909 West 2ndStreet, Little Rock, Ar 72201.
A celebration of Keith will be held at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. 501-982-3400.
Steven N. Thomas, 63 of Hot Springs, Arkansas passed from this life on April 21, 2019, at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs. He was born in Lynwood, California on December 14, 1955 to the late Robert Neil and Doris Busby Thomas.
Mr. Thomas was a graduate of Shasta High School. He was a professional painter for over 40 years. Steven enjoyed learning new languages, playing his guitar, cooking, growing his herbs and vegetables, as well as building new projects including his home.
Steven leaves behind his four children Neil Thomas, Jennifer Browne (Garrett), Amy Esner (Pablo), Michael Thomas (Mindy); grandchildren Josie Esner, Stella Browne, Aurora Thomas; siblings Patricia Carpenter, Pamela Thomas, Kathleen Hartley, Michael Thomas and a host of other loving family and friends.
A Celebration of Steven’s life will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Gulpha Gorge Amphitheater. Lunch to follow service. A private burial will take place at a later date at Antoine Cemetery in Antoine, Arkansas.
Memorial donations in memory of Steven can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Justin Tyler Shepherd, 23 of Little Rock, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on February 11, 1996 to John W. and Evelyn M. Shepherd. Justin loved fishing, riding his Harley Davidson, fast cars and playing Xbox.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents William and Juanita Shepherd, Justo DahDah and his uncles Bill Shepherd and Miguel DahDah. Justin leaves behind his daughter Aria Shepherd; parents John and Evelyn Shepherd; brothers Jonathan Lucas and Jacob Cameron Shepherd; grandmother Hined DahDah; nieces Gabriela and Abigail Shepherd and nephew Jonathan Shepherd Jr “JJ” and a host of aunts, uncles, cousin, other family and friends.
A family celebration will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 1-4pm at the MNK Event Center 7020 Colonel Glenn Road Little Rock, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Lance D. Shell, 54 of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed from this life on Saturday, April 27, 2019. He was born on April 16, 1965 in Chandler, Arizona to Roger Ray and Marsha Ann Shell. Lance loved hunting, fishing and working on old cars.
Lance is preceded in death by his father Roger Ray Shell. He leaves behind his son Alexander Shell (Allison); mother Marsha Shell; sister Angela Powell (Larry); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.
A memorial celebration of his life will be held on Friday, May 3, 2019 at 10:00am in the chapel at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Marrian Bradwell, 83, of Maumelle passed away on April 23, 2019. She was born on March 19, 1936 in Grundy Center, Iowa to the late Herman J. and Annie Hempen.
She was loved and friends with everyone she met while serving as a teacher, a Girl Scout Leader, a Brownie Leader, and on the Woman’s Auxiliary. Marrian retired as a managing owner with AT&T.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert Bradwell and daughter Linsley Bradwell.
Marrian leaves behind her loving daughter Jodi Black and favorite son-in-law Lance Black of Cabot; granddaughter Makenzi Black; siblings Harlan Hempen (Brenda) of Cedar Falls, Iowa, Ann Young of Kent, Washington, Ruth Grosland of Austin, Minnesota and Linda Mae of Northwood, Iowa, as well as many friends, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Louie E. Bass, 67 of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed from this life on Thursday, April 25, 2019. He was born in Dermont, Arkansas on September 15, 1951 to Louie B. Bass and Thelma Bass. Louie was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping in his free time.
He is preceded in death by his father Louie B. Bass, step-mother Nancy Bass, step-father Holland Ault, grandparents Jessie and Dorothy Nelson and Charlie and Pansy Bass. Louie leaves behind his mother Thelma Ault; siblings Brenda Snider-Golden (John), Nina Brown (Joseph), Jeanette Skinner (Rick), Nancy Bobb (Kel), William Bass (Amanda); five children Kimberly, Louie Jr, Joey, Daniel, Mathew; special friend Monica Nixon and several grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews and other friends and family.
A family celebration of his life will take place on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at the Salvation Army 501 east 12thAve in Pine Bluff, Arkansas at 11:00am.
Arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
James M. Pickard, 94, of Bigelow, Arkansas passed from this life on April 26, 2019. He was born on August 26, 1924 in El Paso, Arkansas to the late William and Hattie Pickard. James served in the United States Navy during WWll. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working on his son’s farm with him and showing horses.
James is also preceded in death by his siblings Sally, Doris, Troy, Nelon, Charles, Guy, Horace, Alfred and his wife Glenda Pickard. He leaves behind his son James Nelon Pickard; cousins Billy and Nona Pickard, Charlotte Clifton and a host of other family and friends.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Robert Brewer, 33 of North Little Rock, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Robert was born March 23, 1986 in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Robert Bettger and Pamela Brewer.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather Edward MA Brewer and Victor Bettger, and aunt Kathy Martin.
Robert is survived by his wife, Kyrstin Brewer, and children, Marlyn Rozaly Brewer and Luna Storm Brewer; step-mom Robin Bettger; grandmother Rose Bettger and Dee Coren; siblings Alex, Chris, Ryan, Jessica, Brandon, Kelly, Chris, Hailey; step-brothers Ryland Sharp and Jason Heflick; aunt Cheryl Jackson; uncles Keith Brewer, David Bettger, Victor Bettger Jr, Randy Bettger, Michael Bettger; and cousins David, Sarah, Sammy, Scott, JJ, Christina, Carl Jr, Renee, Chasity, Victoria, Trent, Crystal, Heather, Robert Shock and Shawn Shock.
A family hosted memorial for Robert will be set for a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Brenda Kay McCollum Johnson, 68, passed away at Unity Health Medical Center surrounded by family on Monday, April 29, 2019. She was born on August 16, 1950 in Alabama. She was the daughter of the late Jesse and Annie McCollum. In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, James Joseph Johnson, as well as, eight brothers and one sister. Left to cherish her memory are her children: David Johnson (Alisha) of Rector, AR, Katrina Hoofman (Kevin) of Searcy, AR, Contessa Whaite (Paul) of Madera, CA, and Timothy Johnson (Felicia) of Tacoma, WA; two step-children, Steve Johnson (Kim) of Visalia, CA and Tammy Kelly of Visalia, CA; one sister, Paula Avery of Searcy, AR, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Brenda was blessed to have resided at Integrity Residential Care Facility, where she developed wonderful friendships among the staff and residents, whom she loved dearly.
The family would like to show appreciation to the nurses and staff at Arkansas Hospice, especially, Quandi Clark, who Brenda loved and trusted from the first day they met. The family would also like to show appreciation to the nurses and staff at Unity Health for all of the compassion and care that was shown to Brenda and her family during this very difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Arkansas Hospice Foundation or to the Unity Health Foundation.
A memorial service will be held at Life Fellowship Assembly of God in Searcy, AR on Friday, May 3, 2019 @ 10:00 am.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
Ava D. True, 65, of Malvern passed away on Monday, April 29,2019. She was born in Dallas, Texas on July 17, 1953 to the late Finley and Eunice Roundtree.
She is survived by her sister Linda York; children Brenda Kaye Myers of Willspoint, Texas, Angela Wisdom of Lancaster, Texas and Timothy True of Virginia; many friends and family.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
James Garner Green, 63, North Little Rock passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019. He was born June 13, 1955 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late W.J. Green and Kathryn Garner Green.
He loved working on cars, drinking coffee and working for Asher Wrecker Service.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory two daughters India Green of Cabot, Arkansas and Jackie Tratz of Plainview, Arkansas; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one sister Jane Buford of Springfield, Missouri.
James was also preceded in death by his brother William Green.
Cremation arrangements have entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
