Michael Crane

Michael Buford Crane, 83, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away Sept. 28, 2026. Born January 23, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Thomas Crane and Margaret Oliger. Mike devoted his life to faith, learning, teaching and service.At 16, Mike answered a calling to serve his Lord and Savior.

Larry Patrick

Larry Eugene Patrick, 81, passed away June 10, 2026 in his home.He was born October 8, 1944 in Phoenix, AZ, the son of Wilburn and Mildred Patrick.A graveside service will be held October 3, 2026 at 1 p.m. at the Rowell Cemetery (60 Buster Cole Rd, Rison). Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Billie Johnson

Some people walk through life leaving footprints; Billie Johnson of Fordyce walked through life leaving a trail of light, warmth, and the comforting aroma of a home-cooked meal.

Rob Moore

Robert Earl Moore, of Rison, Arkansas, passed away on September 23, 2026, at the age of 65.Robert was born on March 10, 1961, to Harry and Barbara Moore, who preceded him in death.He is survived by his only child, his daughter, Nichole “Nikki” Wilkerson, and his five grandchildren, Anthony, Ryan,...

Ruby Brown

Ruby Mae Bowlin Brown, 85, of Warren, Arkansas, passed away Monday, September 14, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, friendship, and cherished memories. She was born on May 21, 1941 in Rison, Arkansas.Ruby was a devoted Christian whose faith was the foundation of her life.

Truman Womble

Truman Phill Womble, age 80, of Fordyce, Arkansas, peacefully passed from this life and entered his heavenly home on September 16, 2026.Truman was the beloved son of the late Needo and Cora Womble, of the Croak Community near Carthage, Arkansas.

Betty Rodgers

Betty Jane Rodgers, 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 13, 2026, while she was a resident at the Greenhouse Cottages of Southern Hills in Rison. She was born in Rison on March 2, 1934, to the late Lee Gracie and the late Amy Lisemby.

Brenda Puterbaugh

Surrounded by friends and loved ones, Brenda Lybrand Puterbaugh, age 77, of Kingsland, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, September 12, 2026.

Burl Robertson

Burl Dean Robertson, 80, of Star City, Arkansas passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026 at The Green House Cottages of Southern Hills in Rison, AR. He was born November 24, 1945 in Monticello, AR to the late Berlin and Hazel McGehee Robertson.Burl was a member of Holly Springs Missionary Baptist Church.

Nell Jacobs

Mary Nell Keith Jacobs entered the gates of Heaven on September 1, 2026. There to greet her were her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, her husband, and her son. Nell, as she went by, was 82. She was born on December 27, 1943, in Rison, Arkansas, the daughter of Walter and Gracie Puckett Keith.