Obituaries
Danny Bishop
Sep 2, 2026
Danny Michael Bishop, 75, was born on August 29, 1951, in Lepanto, Arkansas to the late Will and Mildred Bishop.
He passed away surrounded by his loving family, in the comfort of his home on September 2, 2026.
Danny was a Veteran of the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, Danny began building his own masonry...
"Ron" Ronald David Waterman
Aug 31, 2026
Ronald "Ron" Waterman, 63 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Monday, August 31, 2026. He was born October 23, 1962 in Stockton, California. He was preceded in death by his parents, William David Waterman and Lorene Hogan Standridge.
Ron was a member of Linden Peters Church in California. He enjoyed fishing and anything outdoors. His favorite pass time was using natural stones...
"Rusty" James Russell Johnson
Aug 30, 2026
"Rusty" James Russell Johnson, 67 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026. He was born November 24, 1958 in Pasadena, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Elmo and Carol Johnson.
He is survived by his daughters, Megan Gibbs and husband Jeff of Harrison, Kara Smith and husband Eric of Russellville; four grandchildren, Stella Smith, Jaxon...
Richard Keith Reber
Aug 24, 2026
Richard Keith Reber, 82 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026. Richard was born March 7, 1944 in East Liverpool, Ohio. He was the son of Bernard and Lucetta Reber.
He was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife of 47 years, Joanne Reber.
Richard is survived by his brother, David & wife Debbie, and many nieces and...
JM James Marion Hill
Aug 22, 2026
James Marion "JM" Hill, 91 of Atkins, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026. He was born July 21, 1935 in Bass, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alvis Devoe and Mary Ethel Duck Hill and his daughter-in-law, Debbi Hill.
He was an avid fisherman and hunter, earning the Triple Crown Award, for harvesting three deer, using three...
Jerry Underwood
Aug 21, 2026
Jerry Underwood, 76 of Dardanelle, Arkansas, passed away Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born September 3, 1949.
He is preceded is passing by his parents, Bertie and Helen Underwood; bonus son, Dean Lowder; bonus daughter, Melissa Whitbey; siblings, Ruby, Bryan Underwood, Ernie Underwood, Jack Underwood, Betty, Ray Underwood and Robert Underwood.
He s survived by his wife, Floy Underwood; two children,...
David Freeman
Aug 11, 2026
David Freeman, 69 of Pelsor, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 23, 1956 in Pelsor, Arkansas . He is preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Freeman and Ava Hicks Freeman; brothers, Finis Freeman, Johnny Freeman and Wendell Freeman, father-in-law, Sammie Shelton mother-in-law, Barbara Henderson;
David loved the Lord and attended the...
James Edwin "Mickey" Harris
Aug 2, 2026
James Edwin "Mickey" Harris, 90 of Pottsville, Arkansas, passed away, Sunday, August 2, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 19, 1936 in Russellville, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, C. Z. Harris and Alice Maxine Nunley Harris; his wife, Frances Darlene Smith Harris.
Mickey was an amazing man, who accomplished all...
Jimmy Hepp
Aug 1, 2026
Jimmy Odell Hepp, 61, of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Conway Regional Medical Center in Dardanelle. Born on August 25, 1964, in Danville, Arkansas, he was the cherished son of the late James D. “Jim” Hepp and Odean Campbell Hepp. Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers Jerry and Jacky Hepp; maternal grandparents, Odell...
Kenney B Greer
Jul 30, 2026
Kenney B. Greer, 66 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026 at his home. He was born August 11, 1959 in Fort Stockton, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dayton O Greer, Sr. and Nancy J Geeo Greer, his grandparents, Ivan Greer, Leola Greer, Irma Geeo and Verlon Geeo and brother, Dayton O Greer, Jr.
Kenney...
Mavis "Mae" Lovell
Jul 15, 2026
Mavis (Mae) Jean Lovell of Russellville passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in North Little Rock at the age of 83. She was born on January 9th, 1943, in Heber Springs, Arkansas, to Howard and Virgie (Clark) Joy.Mae was of Christian faith and believed in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. As the oldest of...
Bethany Brown Pierce
Jul 14, 2026
Bethany Brown Pierce, 52 of Pottsville, Arkansas, went to her heavenly home, Tuesday, July 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 25, 1973 in Fordyce, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents, AJ and Sue (Wilson) Brown; her grandparents; father-in-law, Martin Pierce; two brothers-in-law, Steve "Red" Winston and Wesley Leopard.
Bethany's heart was taking care...
Lipton "Lee" Elmer Eagle Jr.
Jul 12, 2026
Lipton "Lee" Elmer Eagle Jr., 84 of London, AR, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was born March 28, 1942 in Buckhannon, West Virginia to Lipton Elmer Eagle Sr. and Edna Blanche McClung Eagle.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Ann Martin Eagle; his parents; sisters, Alice Fields, Juanita Moore.
He is survived by his daughter, Carrie Leann...
Linda Gail Turner - Ford
Jul 10, 2026
Linda Gail Turner Ford, 78 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born February 28, 1948 in Russellville, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, J.M. and Geneva Dilday Harris; maternal grandparents, Ruby & Jeff Dugger; paternal grandparents, The Rev. Frank and Pearl Harris; two sisters, Ruby Kiggins, Sue Sullivan, nephew, James Harris, nieces,...
Anna Marie Mares
Jul 9, 2026
Anna Marie Mares, aged 79, of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 9, 2026, in Russellville. Born on August 28, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, she was the cherished daughter of Manuel E. Mendez and Anita Guerrero Mendez. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents and her brother, Oscar Mendez.
Anna is lovingly remembered by her daughter,...
Roy Beaden Eslick
Jul 7, 2026
Roy Beaden Eslick, 92 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026. He was born July 28, 1933 in Oil Trough, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Beaden Eslick and Fannie Mae Nickless Eslick; his wife, Patricia Ann Trimmer Eslick; son, Timothy Alan Eslick; five sisters, Hazel Hipp, Betty Byrd, Marie Kelly, Mildred Garner, Billie...
Steven Lawson
Jul 5, 2026
Steven Lawson of Russellville, 68, passed away on July 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, unwavering standards, quiet generosity, and deep love for his family.
Steve is survived by his devoted wife of 23 years, Regina Lawson; his son, Shawn, of Van Buren; his daughters, Stephanie Fields (Brian) of Dover, Mary Mitchell (Kyle) of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and Katherine...
Thomas Martin Munson
Jul 4, 2026
Thomas Martin Munson, 72 of Dover, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026 at his home. He was born October 19, 1953 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Dee Munson and Wanda Odell Boshears Munson.
He is survived by his sister, The Reverend Kaye Staggs and husband Roy; nephew, Greg Tackett; special niece, Kristin...
Iva Mae Page McKinney
Jul 4, 2026
Iva Mae Page McKinney, 95 of Russellville, formerly of Hartman, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at Russellville, Arkansas. She was born July 15, 1930 at Treat, Arkansas to Robert and Alice (Morgan) Page. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Billy McKinney, son Timmy McKinney, and six siblings.
She is survived...
Gary Alan Meier
Jul 2, 2026
Gary Alan Meier, 72, of Russellville, AR passed away, July 2, 2026 at his home. He was born May 29, 1954 in Monroe WI. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to the care of Russellville Family Funeral. His full obituary and arrangements are pending at this time.
