Maxine Lowery

Jul 3, 2025

Maxine Smith Lowery was born January 7, 1943, to the late Oscar Smith Sr and Ruby Strickland Smith in Mt Holly, Arkansas. After the death of Maxine biological mother, Ruby, Oscar married Alvie Young. Oscar and Alvie became a blended family. He brought his eight children into the relationship and Alvie brought three. Maxine was the youngest.

Maxine accepted Jesus as...

Stephen Malone

Jul 2, 2025

Stephen (Steve) Malone was born October 18, 1994, to Kevin A. Moody and the late Angela Malone of El Dorado, AR. He transitioned into his eternal rest at Baptist Health Medical Center on July 02, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Steve attended El Dorado High School and graduated with the class of 2014. He later attended Little Rock Job Corps....

Jeffery "J-Lee" Burns

Jun 30, 2025

A much-loved son, father, and brother Jeffery Damon Burns, 37 of Smackover, AR, passed away peacefully at his home on June 30, 2025, with his family present.

He had bravely confronted and fought heart disease. He was born on May 22, 1988, in El Dorado, AR, to Shenondoah and Tonya Burns. Jeffery graduated from Norphlet High School in 2006. He was...

Jerline Johnson

Jun 29, 2025

Jerline was born August 28, 1939, in Union County, Arkansas. She was the daughter of the late Hosie and Elizabeth Billings Ganter.

She departed this life on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at her residence.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Alvoid Johnson; two sons, Lavell Johnson, and Eugene Johnson, Parents, Hosie and Elizabeth Ganter; sister Morline Ganter; brothers, Alford Ganter,...

Rosie Samuel

Jun 29, 2025

Sister Rosie Lee Samuel passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2025, at Arkansas Heart Hospital in Little Rock, AR. She was born on July 22, 1945, in Strong, AR, to Issac McAlphin and Carrie Mae Jameson. She was the 2nd of 13 children. She married the love of her life, Van Lee Samuel, on November 26, 1958. Two children were...

Joyce Moody

Jun 29, 2025

Joyce Moody was born on February 1, 1949, to the late Joe Carl Neal and Marsie Ree Neal in El Dorado, AR.

She married Johnny Carroll Moody Sr for 50 years until his passing. Three children were born into this union. She was a longtime faithful and dedicated member of Victory Bible Church, where she served as an assistant pastor. She...

Shekinah Gordon

Jun 25, 2025

Shekinah Nicole Gordon was born on Tuesday, April 29, 1997, in Magnolia, AR, to Karen A. Perry and Damion Patrique Gordon, Sr. Shekinah transitioned from this life on earth on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the age of 28.

Shekinah attended preschool at A Penny For Your Thought daycare, under the leadership of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pitts in Magnolia, AR, and...

LaRodrious "Wonk" Carter

Jun 15, 2025

Tha Don Life

On August 3, 1998, in El Dorado, Arkansas, Benjamin Douglas Carter II and the late Sherico Denise Tysa Davis were blessed with a beautiful baby boy, Larodrious Nadarel Carter. With his bright eyes, fat jaws, and unforgettable smile, he brought laughter and light to everyone who knew him.

To the world, he was Wonk, Wonk Tha Don, Wonk Wizzle,...

Retha Griffin

Jun 9, 2025

Sister Retha Mae Andrews- Griffin was born on April 10, 1943, in Huttig, Arkansas, to the late John T. Grayes and Lucy Grayes James. She was the ninth of ten children, and her family lovingly referred to her as "Retha Mae." From an early age, she accepted Christ as her personal savior, a commitment that guided her throughout her life.

In...

George Grimes

Jun 9, 2025

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" Matthew 5:4

George Edward Grimes was born August 26, 1961, to Willie & Dorothy Grimes in El Dorado, AR. He transitioned from his earthly home on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Chi St. Vincent's Hospital in Little Rock, AR.

George graduated from Camden High School in 1980. He served in the United...

Jeanette Cooksey

Jun 7, 2025

In March of 1939, a Queen Jeanette Cooksey was born to the late Nobie Green and Inez Green.

Early in her life, she attended Mt. Holly School, where she graduated. Later in Life, she worked at Warner Brown Hospital and Hudson Memorial Nursing Home as a nurse's assistant. She also attended St. Vestal; she was proceeded in death by her father,...

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...