All Obituaries

Nora Manuel Collins, affectionately known as Auntie Nora, passed away on February 21, 2026 from complications of lymphoma at Baptist Health Medical Center, Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on September 5, 1958, in Manila, Philippines. Nora is preceded in death by her mother, Luz Manuel David, and father, Donato David. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of nearly 30 years, William Thomas Collins (Bill), her son, Robb Casper Collins, and sisters Victoria, Juliet, ...

Linda Carol Charles, 77, of Cleveland, Arkansas, departed from this world on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 17, 1948, in Bay, Arkansas to the late Oscar Hamilton and Elsie Irene Fischer. Linda was a wonderful woman, beautiful inside and out. She was known for her strong work ethic and dedication, having worked at Maybelline for over 38 years. She took pride in her work and carried that same devotion into every part of her ...

Joseph Mark Gresham, 70, of Bee Branch, Arkansas, departed from this world on Sunday, February 15, 2026. He was born March 10, 1955, in Washington D.C., the son of the late Glen Gresham and Gertrude Klausen. Joseph was a loving husband, father, Paw Paw, and friend. He was well known throughout his life as someone you could count on at any time, day or night. If you needed help, Joseph was there. He was truly a jack of all trades — electrician, bricklayer, construction worker, plumber, ...

James William Lowder, 81, of Scotland, Arkansas, departed from this world on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1944, in Scotland, Arkansas, to the late Grady and Julia Smith-Lowder. James met the love of his life, Terry, when they were just 15 years old at church. What began with handwritten letters soon grew into a lifelong love story. From those early notes exchanged between teenagers blossomed a marriage. Life would take them through many seasons over the years, yet ...

Margaret Lee Findley, 90, of Shirley, Arkansas, departed this world on February 8, 2026, surrounded by her three daughters. She was born on May 20, 1935, in Thompsonville, Texas, to Newt Paul and Harriet Claudella Woodward. She grew up as an only child, following her father’s work in the Texas oil fields. Loneliness as a child fueled her lifelong dream of a large family—a dream she realized with nine children. She was a devout member of Saint Jude Catholic Church in Clinton, ...

Evadene Bennett, 84, of Shirley, departed from this world on Friday, January 30, 2026. She was born on June 1, 1941, in Atascadero, California, to the late Noel and Grace Smith-Bennett. Evadene was a happy and loving person who loved the Lord. She was strong-willed and determined and never backed down; she was a fighter. She always did her best and cared deeply for her family. She had a big heart for animals, especially cats and dogs, and often took in and cared for stray cats in her ...

Gaylon Helton, known to friends and family as "Gator," was born on April 22, 1940, in Greene County Mississippi. He passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2026. Gator split his schooling between Mississippi and Indiana. His father moved the family to Indiana to provide a better living in northwest Indiana. Gator retired from working in the steel industry and moved to Shirley, Arkansas, to enjoy the milder climate. He loved living in the country and did not miss the big town ...

Melissa Foster, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 17, 2026, in Bee Branch, Arkansas. She touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and strength—and gave the best hugs you’ll ever get. She was truly one of the best people you could have ever met. Melissa and her twin sister, Melinda, were born on December 20, 1959, in Wellsville, New York (hometown: Andover, New York), to Mrs. Edna Mae Carson and Mr. Clarence Carson, also known as Mickey. ...

Charles Edward May II, 42 of Clinton, gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born on October 14, 1983, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Charles May and Donna Sprinkle-May. Charles was a member of Faith Church of Dennard. He attended South Side Bee Branch high school in Bee Branch Arkansas and graduated from Valley View High School in Louisville Kentucky. Charles May II embodied the spirit of a devoted son, brother, and uncle, finding solace in worship and joy in Gospel ...

Michael Shane Smith, age 52, of Culpepper, passed from this life on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born January 7, 1974, the beloved son of Ernest and Katie Smith. Mike was a cowboy by nature and at heart. He believed in hard work, truth, friendship, and the value of a man’s word—where a handshake still meant everything. Throughout his life, he held many jobs, spending 18 years with Arkansas Electric before retiring to the family farm. He ...