All Obituaries

Wardell Jones was born on October 30, 1951 to Booker T. and Johnie Beatrice Jones in Holly Grove, Arkansas. He departed this life on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 in the comfort of his own home. He was a graduate of Holly Grove High School, Class of 1968. Wardell worked for Riceland Foods for over 25 years, retiring in 2016. Wardell enjoyed playing cards and dominoes from time to time, but his greatest passion was watching wrestling. In addition, he loved spending time with his grandchildren,...

Sharon Dodson was the youngest of five Dodson children. She attended Stuttgart High School where she excelled in band and choir. She was first chair Clarinet in her high school band and was a straight A student.  After graduating from Arkansas Tech University with a BA of Science, “Pearl” as she was fondly called, landed a manager position at Furr’s buffet restaurant in Dallas, Texas. Sharon quickly moved up in the ranks to General Manager where she trained other...

STELLA LOUISE WYATT was born January 5, 1953 to Malone and Lucille Wyatt in Ethel, Arkansas. She confessed to Christ at a young age. She was a woman of valor. Even in her trials and tribulations, she never complained and was filled with a quiet strength. Stella’s life is a great testimony to her family and children. She departed this life on January 11, 2023. Stella was preceded in death by his parents Malone and Lucille Wyatt; four sisters Maxine Wright, Norma Jean Daniels,...

Marilyn Rae Amos-Smith was born on April 1, 1961 in Stuttgart, Arkansas to Joe Amos, Jr. and Lorene Brice Amos Coppreal. She transitioned from time to eternity on Thursday, January 12, 2023 in Cedar Hill, Texas. She was a graduate of Stuttgart High School, Class of 1980. After graduation, she received her Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) license. She was employed by several nursing home facilities within Arkansas As a young girl, Marilyn attended Benton Temple Church of God in Christ...

Otis G. London was born September 28, 1960 to Colton Jackson and Jessie London and was later raised by James Tysinger. Otis lived his life to the fullest and never met a stranger. During his free time, he loved watching football. Otis transitioned from this earthly life on Wednesday morning, January 11, 2023. His memories will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved him best. Preceding him in death were his father Colton Jackson, stepfather James Tysinger, brothers Walter...

“THE LIFE”    Of  Derek “Dookie” Mason-Owens                                                                                                                    ...

Dorothy Lloyd Matlock was born February 22, 1942 to the late Odis and Izora Wilder Lloyd in Ethel, Arkansas. Dorothy departed this life on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Hospice Home Care in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dorothy was a faithful member of Victors’ Empowerment Center, under the leadership of Apostle Victor E. Johnson, until her death. She worked for over twenty-six years at Riceland Foods Inc. as a packer, until her retirement. Dorothy loved to shop at Dillard’s,...

Deborah Rose Chandler Dukes, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2022 in the comfort of her home. She was born September 3, 1951 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Jerry, Sr. and Mildred Chandler. She was the youngest of two children. Affectionately known as Debbie, she professed her love for Christ at an early age at First Baptist Church Highland Park. She later joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church. She loved reading her Bible and helping others. Debbie was a 1969...

Mrs. Dovie Lee Holt “Ms. Shane” was born November 12, 1942 to the late Thomas J. and Beatrice Fairow in Wabbaseka, Arkansas. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and was baptized at Second Baptist Church in Wabbaseka. Dovie was a graduate of Wabbaseka High School, formerly Walker High School, Class of 1964. In the barber profession, Ms. Shane was known as a DOMINATE leader and mentor to many upcoming female barbers in Stuttgart and the surrounding areas for 31...