ELLA MAE MCGINISTER KNOWLTON

May 30, 2026

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LEONARD CHARLES SCAIFE, SR.

May 16, 2026

Leonard Charles Scaife, Sr., lovingly known as “Charles,” was born on February 19, 1952, in Elaine, Arkansas to the late Fred and Rosa Scaife. On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Charles peacefully departed this life surrounded by his wife and children afte

JAMES HENRY SMITH, SR.

May 16, 2026

James Henry Smith, Sr. was born December 8, 1954 to his late parents Shedrick and Lucille Smith, Sr. in Midway (Marvell), Arkansas. James professed his faith in Christ at the age of 13 in 1968 at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Oneida, Arkansa

ROBERT LEE THOMAS

May 9, 2026

Robert Lee Thomas was born on June 25, 1949, in Oneida, Arkansas, to the late John Luther Thomas and Lucy Mae Coley Thomas. He was the sixth of thirteen children, growing up in a large loving family that helped shape his strong values and deep sense

BESSIE LEE HUNT

May 8, 2026

Bessie Lee Hunt, a remarkable matriarch, entered this world on August 3,1959, in Lexa, Arkansas, as the cherished daughter of Bobbie Jean Hunt and Henry Banks. Her life was a testament to unwavering love, boundless generosity, and a radiant spirit th

TOMMY GEORGE GAUSE, JR.

May 2, 2026

Tommy George Gause, Jr. was born in Helena, Arkansas to the late Tommy and Roberta Gause, Sr. He was the second of eleven children. He transitioned from this earthly life to receive his heavenly reward April 23, 2026 in Little Rock, Arkansas surround

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DEACON TROY LEE BOBO, SR.

April 26, 2026

On June 14, 1945, in Elaine, Arkansas, the first of eight children, a baby boy was born to the late Cottril Bobo and Mattie Lee Bobo.  They named their son, Troy Lee Bobo – not knowing the impact that he would have on so many people’s lives.

MARY ELIZABETH BROWN JOHNSON

April 25, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Johnson was born July 26, 1947 to the late Sam and Mattie Brown in West Helena, Arkansas. She transitioned from this earthly life April 12, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Mary accepted the Lord as her personal Savior at an ea

SAMMIE LEE ARNETT, JR.

April 25, 2026

Sammie Lee Arnett, Jr. was born on April 21, 1974 to the late Sammie Arnett, Sr. and Snowella Bobo in Helena, Arkansas. He transitioned from this earthly life receiving his heavenly reward April 8, 2026 at St. Vincent Chi Hospital, Little Rock Arkans

WILL HANKINS, SR.

April 25, 2026

Will Hankins, Sr. was the ninth of eleven children born to the late Chancy and Beatrice Hankins in Mellwood, Arkansas on December 21, 1947. Affectionately known as “Beeticup,” he accepted Christ at an early age at Zion Travelers Missionary Baptis

SURVIRTIA BANKS

April 11, 2026

Survirtia “Vivian” Banks was born on May 10, 1948 to Pearlene Banks in Helena, Arkansas. God saw fit to give her rest on March 25, 2026 at 9:35 a.m. at Helena Regional Medical Center in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas. She confessed her hope in C

JOE BETTY VINCENT SIMS

March 28, 2026

On Wednesday, July 27, 1937, Joe Betty Vincent-Sims was born to Nathaniel Vincent, Sr. and Alberta Jones-Vincent in Marvell, Arkansas.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and an infant daughter. Betty attended schools at Blackfoot

LORINE KEY

March 28, 2026

Lorine Key was born January 7, 1945 in Elaine, Arkansas. She was the oldest of eleven children. Lorine accepted Christ at an early age. Although she did not complete her education, she emphasized the importance of education to her children and grandc

MONICA JONES

March 14, 2026

Monica Jones was born on October 22, 1977 at Helena Regional Center to Billy Ray Jones, Sr. and Addie Elizabeth Ester, who raised her with love, strength, and unwavering support. From a young age, she displayed a vibrant spirit, a kind heart, and a n

EDNA LEE WILLIAMS TURNER

March 14, 2026

Edna Lee Turner was born March 9, 1956 to Dorothy Jean Tyson – Williams and Willie Williams in Helena, Arkansas. Edna was a graduate of Central High School in Helena, Arkansas. Edna had three children from previous marriages. While serving in the m

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WALTER CLAY SCAIFE, III

March 7, 2026

Walter “Jack, Jr.” Clay Scaife, III was born on August 19, 1948, to the late Mae Frances Kendricks and the late Walter Scaife, Jr. in Helena, Arkansas. He departed this life on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.  Jack Jr. confessed his hope in Christ

DR. CATHERINE KNOWLTON GIBSON

March 7, 2026

Evangelist Dr. Catherine Knowlton - Gibson, was born March 11, 1955, in Knowlton, Arkansas to the late Sandy, Sr. and Annie Knowlton. She was the 12th of 13 children. She was reared with strong family values. Evangelist Gibson accepted Christ at a

ANDRE' LAZAR PAGE

February 28, 2026

Andre’ Lazar Page, affectionately known as “Ralph” was born October 17, 1970 to the late Earnest and Shirley Page, Sr. in Little Rock, Arkansas. He transitioned from this earthly life receiving his heavenly reward February 20, 2026 at St. Franc

BRUCE JEROME GATHINGS

February 28, 2026

Bruce Jerome Gathings was born April 29, 1968 to the late Douglas and Katherine Gathings, Jr. He transitioned form this earthly life receiving his heavenly reward February 14, 2026 at Helena Regional Medical Center, Helena Arkansas. Bruce accepted

JAMES BROWN

February 26, 2026

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BENITA FAYE ALLEN

February 21, 2026

Benita Faye Allen was born June 5, 1965 in Elaine, Arkansas to Ara Montegue. She was baptized and joined New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, Wabash Arkansas at an early age under the leadership of the late Reverend Mansco Anderson. Benita later

DWIGHT SPENCER SWANIGAN, SR.

February 14, 2026

Dwight Spencer Swanigan, Sr. was born February 16, 1953 in Elaine, Arkansas to the late Gaspin and Addie Bernice Swanigan. He was the oldest of four children. His late maternal grandparents helped care for him during his early years. Dwight attend

WILLIE B. EVANS

February 14, 2026

Willie B. Evans was born in Oneida, Arkansas on August 14, 1943 to the late Exel and Elnora Evans, Sr. He transitioned peacefully on January 24, 2026 at Crestpark Nursing Home, Helena, Arkansas. Willie B. was introduced to Christ at an early age a

RUFUS ALLEN TRAMMEL

February 7, 2026

Rufus James Trammell a beloved father, transitioned on January 18, 2026 at the age of 62 at his home. He was born October 10, 1962 to the late Ruthie May Trammell in Helena, Arkansas. He lived a life marked by love, resilience, and devotion to his fa

ELLIS JONES, SR

February 7, 2026

Ellis Jones, Sr. was born on March 7, 1937 in Phillip County, Arkansas to the late Edward Jones and Rosie Lee Jones. He departed this earthly life receiving his heavenly reward on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Conway, Arkansas. Ellis was a faithful