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William  Gray, Sr.

William Gray, Sr.

Feb 1, 2026

Mr. William Gray, Sr. 76, of Springfield, Arkansas transitioned on Sunday, February 1, 2026, William Edward "Bill" Gray Sr. was born March 18, 1949, in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Ella Haines and George Gray Sr. He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined New Generation Church in Conway, Arkansas.

William graduated...

James  D.  Anglin

James D. Anglin

Jan 19, 2026

Mr. James D. Anglin, 78 of Solgohachia, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Brookridge Cove. James Douglas Anglin was born November 12, 1947, in Mount Pleasant, Texas to M. C. "Pete" Anglin and Iverine Milford Anglin. James enlisted in the Army when he was 17. He loved hunting, fishing, and working on and building muscle cars. James...

Sharon Reese

Sharon Reese

Dec 11, 2025

Sharon Reese 66, transitioned on December 11, 2025, at Brookridge Cove. Sharon Ann Reese was introduced into the world on May 26, 1959, by her loving parents, Lorine Plamer and Ulysse Reese. Sharon was a graduate of Morrilton High School. She later moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she continued her life journey. Sharon was a chef at the Cancer...

Jesse L. Senderson

Jesse L. Senderson

Nov 25, 2025

Mr. Jesse L. Senderson, 78 of Springfield, Arkansas transitioned on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. "The joy of the Lord is your strength." Nehemiah 8:10 Vance-Wilson & Jarrett Funeral Directors "The Epitome of Service"

Joe Stewart

Joe Stewart

Nov 24, 2025

Mr. Joe W. Stewart, 67 of Conway, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Heritage Living Center in Conway, Arkansas.

There is no night without a dawning No winter without a spring And beyond the dark horizon Our hearts will once more sing… For those who leave us for a while Have only gone away Out of...

Takes (Jr. Flip) Hardiman

Takes (Jr. Flip) Hardiman

Nov 17, 2025

Mr. Takes L. Hardiman (Jr. Flip), Jr. 48 of Plumerville, Arkansas, transitioned on November 17, 2025. Takes L. Hardiman Jr. was born October 15, 1977, to the late Takes Hardiman, Sr. and Doris Hardiman. He is preceded in death by his father grandmother; Exie Hardiman Johnson; grandfather Haley Hardiman and special uncle Earl Hardiman Takes leaves to cherish his...

Helen Hampton

Helen Hampton

Nov 13, 2025

Helen Hampton, 82 of Morrilton, Arkansas transitioned on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Helen Ruth Payne was born to the late Harry and Corrine Payne on June 15, 1943, in Morrilton, Arkansas. She was the first child from this union. One son, Michael Lynn Payne, one brother, Johnny (John) Lee Payne, and one sister, Lorean Jackson, preceded her in death....

Myra Williams

Myra Williams

Oct 4, 2025

Ms. Myra Lee Williams, 66 of Plumerville, AR transitioned on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. Sis Myra Lee Williams was born December 22, 1958, in Morrilton, Arkansas to the union of Roy L. Williams and Dorothy Williams. At an early age Myra confessed her Christian Faith and united with Shady Grove Baptist...

Josephine Grayson

Josephine Grayson

Sep 15, 2025

Mrs. Josephine Grayson, 90 of Conway, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, September 15, 2025. Birdie Josephine Grayson, born Sunday, May 19, 1935, was the only child born to Levewitt and Virgie Lee Anderson Gatewood. This only child became the mother of nine children whom she loved dearly. Seven of those children were still with her at the time of her...

Terry Trezvant

Terry Trezvant

Sep 8, 2025

Mr. Terry Trezvant 66, of Morrilton, Arkansas transitioned on September 8, 2025. Terry Lynn Trezvant, Sr. was born March 23, 1959, in Morrilton, Arkansas to the late Willie & Rosa Lee (Toney) Trezvant. Terry was one of 13 children. Having accepted Christ at an early age, Terry joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Morrilton, Arkansas. Terry later joined Light of...

Kathleen Franklin

Kathleen Franklin

Aug 29, 2025

Kathleen Franklin, 53 of Fort Smith, Arkansas transitioned on Friday, August 29, 2025 at Arkansas Health Center. Services are incomplete.

Separation Your absence has gone through me Like thread through a needle. Everything I do is stitched with its color.

by W.S. Merwin

Vance - Wilson & Jarrett Funeral Directors

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Johnny Neal

Johnny Neal

Aug 27, 2025

Mr. Johnny Neal, 63 transitioned on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at St. Vincent Medical Center. Services are incomplete. No one on earth can pretend To know what's in God's plan. All we can do is take it on faith And trust we'll see our loved ones again. Vance-Wilson & Jarrett Funeral Directors "The Epitome of Service"

Lexy Bradley

Lexy Bradley

Aug 27, 2025

Mr. Lexie Bradley, 77 of Conway, Arkansas transitioned on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Bro. Lexy Bradley, Jr. was born May 31, 1948, to the union of the late Lexy Bradley, Sr. and Opal Clemons Bradley. He professed an early belief in Christ and joined Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Buddy Walker. He is preceded...

Aileen Moore

Aileen Moore

Jul 9, 2025

Aileen Moore 63, transitioned on Wednesday July 9, 2025, in Nashville, TN. Aileen "Carolyn" Moore was born in Hattieville, Arkansas, to the late T.J.Moore and Joe Willie McVay Moore. She gave her life to Christ at a young age and was baptized at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. Her quiet faith and love for God stayed with her throughout her...

Ora Henson

Ora Henson

Jun 25, 2025

Mrs. Ora Henson, 83 transitioned on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Baptist Health in Little Rock, Arkansas. Ora Lee Canady Henson was born March 19, 1942, to the late Johnny and Jaretha Canady. Ora professed a hope in Christ at an early age and was a member of New Mt. Zion Methodist Church in Cleveland, AR. On November 5,...

Carl Johnson

Carl Johnson

Jun 12, 2025

At the age of 83, when Carl W. Johnson's mission on Earth was complete and his legacy of resilience, determination, and perseverance was established within his family, Carl was welcomed back into the arms of our Heavenly Father on June 12, 2025. Carl "PaPa" Johnson lived a fulfilling life. He invited Jesus Christ into his heart at an early...

Janice Canady

Janice Canady

May 5, 2025

Ms. Janice K. Canady of Morrilton, Arkansas transitioned on Monday, May 5, 2025.Sister Janice K. Canady was born October 9, 1958, to the late Harold J. Canady Sr. and Janette Chambers Hervey in Morrilton, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Diana Canady Walls. Janice leaves to cherish her memory three sisters; Renee (Lloyd) Medlock...

Rita Abrams

Rita Abrams

May 1, 2025

Mrs. Rita Abrams 67, of Plumerville, Arkansas transitioned on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at CHI St. Vincent Little Rock. Rita Senece Chambers Abrams was born July 2, 1957 in Cleveland, Arkansas to the union of L.B. and Trusilar Chambers. She was a graduate of Wonderview High School in Hattieville, Arkansas. At an early age, Rita confessed her Christian faith...

Betty Williams

Betty Williams

Apr 12, 2025

Mrs. Betty Jean Williams 85, of Plumerville, Arkansas transitioned on Saturday April 12, 2025. Betty Jean Moore Williams, born January 19, 1940, in Plumerville, Arkansas, she was the beloved daughter of Charlie Bell Hervey and Carter Moore, stepdaughter to Walter (Buddy) Hervey, Sr., and cherished granddaughter of Frank and Parthenia McDaniel. Betty was the wife of Willie George Williams....

Kathlyn Clemons

Kathlyn Clemons

Apr 5, 2025

Mrs. Kathlyn Clemons, 71 of Solgohachia, Arkansas transitioned on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at her home. Mrs. Kathlyn Clemons, affectionately known as Kathy, was born on April 14, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois to her parents James A. and Arether Johnson. Kathlyn moved to Rockford, IL, where she met the love of her life. She then relocated to Arkansas and...

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