Elmira Berry

May 29, 2025

Mother Elmira Owens-Berry was born February 19, 1940, in Portland, Arkansas, to the late Leonard Owens and late Eugene Shelton-Cornelius.

Mother Berry transitioned to her heavenly home on May 29, 2025, while being surrounded by her family. She gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was an active member of Sunlight Church of God in Christ, under the...

Jerry Moody

May 28, 2025

Jerry Moody, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, transitioned to his heavenly home on May 28, 2025. He was born July 17, 1948, to the late Andrew and Katherine Moody.

Jerry joined St. Paul AME at an early age and accepted Christ. He later became a member of Union Arc Baptist Church, where he was a faithful musician for...

Oliver Easter Jr.

May 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Oliver Easter, Jr., affectionately known as "Ollie," a remarkable soul whose presence left a mark on everyone he encountered.

Born July 10, 1964, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Reverend Oliver Easter, Sr. and Mary Ann Easter. Ollie lived a life defined by compassion, humility, and quiet strength. He was a devoted father, son,...

Lisa Heard

May 22, 2025

Lisa Ann Riley was born October 23, 1969, in El Dorado, Arkansas to Joyce Ann Heny and Sammie Riley. She transitioned on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

She was a member of Bouldware Temple Church of God In Christ in El Dorado, Arkansas, under the leadership of Superintendent Kelly Owens, Pastor.

Lisa was a devoted, loving mother and grandmother; she loved dancing and...

Christopher D. Hymes

May 18, 2025

Christopher D. Hymes was born January 23, 1973, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Ruby Jean Meeks and Larnzoe Hymes. He relocated to Junction City, Arkansas, at a young age. Christopher accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He went on to excel in basketball and football during his high school career. After graduating from high...

Joan Blackmon Ross

May 16, 2025

"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭13‬ ‭‬‬‬‬‬‬

Joan Ross was born on February 22, 1947, in Smackover, Arkansas, to Jonas Blackmon and Lula B. Blackmon. She attended Smackover Training School. Joan lived in Flint, Michigan, until her late husband, Williams (Bay) Ross, retired and relocated to Arkansas.

Joan was a dedicated surgical tech at McLaren Hospital...

Teresa Williams

May 10, 2025

Teresa Michelle Williams was born on October 15, 1994, to the late Mary Williams and Tellis Larry in El Dorado, Arkansas.

She departed this life and moved to her heavenly home on May 10, 2025, in Junction City, Louisiana.

Teresa was a graduate of the El Dorado High School Class of 2014. After graduation, she continued her education at South Arkansas Community...

Jesse George Jr.

May 9, 2025

Jesse Earl George Jr., age 67, of Eldorado, Arkansas, peacefully departed this life on May 9, 2025. Born on June 2, 1957, to the late Jesse Sr. and Eddie B. Frazier-Harris, Jesse was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and friend.

Jesse attended El Dorado School District until the 8th grade, after which he made the decision to explore life with...

Maggie Winzer

Apr 29, 2025

Maggie Mae Winzer was born in Simsboro, Louisiana, on February 27, 1945, to the late L.T. Tibbs and Linda Mae Tibbs. She worked as a CNA until she retired. Maggie was a devoted Christian and loved the Lord with all her soul. In addition to her love for the Lord, Maggie had a very creative talent for interior decorating. She...

Dorothy Jacob

Apr 27, 2025

Dorothy Lee Bass Jacob was born on March 19, 1941, to the parentage of the late Duffer Bass and Lilie Mae Bass in the Union Arc Community.

She became a member of the Union Arc Baptist Church at an early age and remained a faithful member until her health began to fail.

Dorothy graduated from Rosenwald High School in Junction City, Arkansas.

She...

Laura Mae Brown

Apr 27, 2025

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness". 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Laura Mae Brown was born on December 8, 1923, in Summerfield, Louisiana, to Sarah Randolph and Claude Brown. At an early age, she united with Mt. Sinai CME Church in Summerfield....

Antwong Miles

Apr 22, 2025

Antwong Kinte Miles aka "Eddie Kane", passed away in El Dorado, AR. Born on March 3rd, 1977, in Little Rock, AR. Antwong departed this life on Monday, April 21st, 2025, in El Dorado, AR. He is preceded in death by his dad Isaac Miles, sons Vinte Miles and Albert Miles.

Antwong was the youngest of three children, he accepted Christ at...

Brittany Maywether

Apr 20, 2025

Brittany Maywether, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, at the age of 40, with her devoted husband by her side.

She was born on May 15, 1984, in El Dorado, Arkansas to Jearldine Harris and David Welch.

She graduated from El Dorado High School and continued her education at South Arkansas Community College, where she earned...

Cynthia Loyd

Apr 18, 2025

Cynthia Loyd was born on August 27, 1970, to the late Lonnie and Margie Hughes. Love is a beautiful thing to have. On July 8, 2020, she united in Holy Matrimony with the love of her life Rev. Nathan Loyd. Cynthia united with Batts Chapel Baptist Church-a dedicated member and servant who loved God. First Lady Loyd was a faithful...

Carlton Modica

Apr 17, 2025

Carlton Ray Modica was born September 18, 1954, in El Dorado, Arkansas the son of Willie A. Modica and Mae Odis Montgomery Modica. Carlton accepted Christ as his personal lord and savior at a young age at Morning Star Baptist Church. He was active in the choir and usher board. Inheriting the gift of singing from his father, he would...

Ajor White Jr.

Apr 5, 2025

Ajor "A.J." White, Jr. was born on September 25, 1977 to Ajor White, Sr. and Elaine Wilson. He departed this life on April 5, 2025, at the age of 47. He was a 1996 graduate of West Side Christian School. He was employed as a Service Manager at Car-Mart and a Scaffold's Builder at Lion Oil. He was married to...

Kanetria Henry

Apr 4, 2025

Kanetria Comonique Gatson was born on November 25, 1979, in Farmerville, LA, to Phyllis Gail Gatson. She departed this life on April 4, 2025, at Baptist Health in North Little Rock, AR.

"NeeNee," as she was affectionately called by all who loved her, was a kind, loving, caring, and compassionate individual. She always looked out for everyone and made sure that...

Samuel King

Apr 1, 2025

Samuel (Sammie) King Sr., a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle, Hero, Protector and Provider. He was the first son of the Late Malcom & Margaret King and was born on April 24, 1941, in Lawson, Arkansas. Sammie departed Tuesday, April 1, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones at his daughter's home in El Dorado, AR.

Sammie was a God-fearing man...

William Jones

Mar 24, 2025

William Lee Jones, more fondly known as "Uncle Bill," was born March 18, 1966, in Mt. Holly, AR, to the late Lee Jones and Celestine Stephens Jones.

At the age of seven, William joined and was baptized at Sweet Canaan Baptist Church in Smackover, AR by Rev. Cleo Gatson. Throughout his teenage years, he was able to display his athletic ability,...

Marcus "Bossman" Cole Sr.

Mar 15, 2025

Marcus Adam Cole, Sr, affectionately known as "Jamaica" and "Bossman," passed away, leaving behind a legacy of generosity and kindness. Born on May 1, 1975, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Mary Helen William and Walter Cole, Marcus touched the lives of many with his warm heart and selfless spirit.

Marcus Adam Cole, Sr departed his life on Saturday, March 15, 2025.

Marcus...