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Dillion Lee Standridge, age 2 days, infant son of Willie and Stacy Standridge of Havana, AR died Saturday, June 6, 1998 at University of Arkansas Medical Center in Little Rock.
Survivors other than his parents include a brother, Cody Standridge of Havana; a half-brother, Matthew Shaddon of Anderson, TX; a sister, Lindsay Standridge of Havana; maternal grandparents, Reda and Dwight McConnell of Centerville; paternal grandparents, Linda and Bill Standridge of Atkins; maternal great-grandparents, Billie McConnell of Danville and Irene Whitlow of Plainview.
Graveside service was this morning, Wednesday, June 10, 1998 at Pisgah Cemetery with Rev. Joe Bonnie Saenz officiating. Burial by Shinn Funeral Service. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, June 10, 1998)
Eules Marzo Standridge, 77, of Delaware, AR died Friday, December 22, 2006 in Delaware. He was born October 14, 1932 in Benhur, AR to the late Leroy and Ada (Freeman) Standridge. He was a sawmill operator.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda (Rowland) Standridge of Delaware, AR; children, Ricky Standridge and Karen Sue Pemberton of Pottsville, AR, Ardina Tippit and Carie Basken of Ola, AR, Donny and Nikisha Standridge of Delaware, AR; sister, Jane Hughes of London, AR; brother Michael Standridge of Dover, AR; 8 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation was Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris, AR.
Funeral services will be today, Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at 2:00 p. m. at Roller Funeral Home-Paris, AR. Sign online guest book at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 27, 2006)
Geraldine "Jerri" Workman Standridge, age 71, of Pottsville, AR died Monday, February 26, 2001 at her home. A daughter of the late Auby and Minnie Viola Turney Workman, she was born November 9, 1929 in the South New Hope community in Pope County. She was a retired employee of Con Agra and Tyson Foods and a Baptist. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa Barber; a granddaughter, Stacey Brooke Barber and her twin brother, Eugene Workman.
Survivors include, a son and daughter-in-law, David and Debbie Barber of Dardanelle, AR; two daughters and sons-in-law, Kay and Johnny Keys of Dardanelle and Peggy and Eddie Duvall of Pottsville; four sisters, Agnes Canamore of Lilbourn, MO, Laura Bewley of Russellville, AR, Bernell Baugher of Manila, AR and Helen Perkins of Elaine, AR; a sister-in-law, Sue Workman of Manila, AR; seven grandchildren and a great-grandson.
A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at Victory Missionary Baptist Church in Russellville with Rev. Danny Fudge officiating. Arrangements by Shinn Funeral Service. Memorials may be made to the Area Agency on Aging West Central Arkansas Hospice, 103 West Parkway, Suite 2A, Russellville, AR 72801. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, February 28, 2001)
Guilford Samuel Standridge, age 76 of Plainview died Monday, August 10, 2009 at Saint Joseph's Hospital. He was born May 29, 1933 at Mount Ida to the late William Guilford and Betty Bean Standridge.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Raymond Standridge; two sisters, Marie Houch and Pearl Free.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Pat Standridge of Plainview; one son and daughter-in-law, Gil and Teresa Standridge of Morrilton; five grandchildren, Roxanne, Samantha, Trey and Seth Standridge, and Hannah Rowland; four brothers and sister-in-law, Larry, Eddie, Johnny and Ronnie Standridge and wife Diana.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 13, 2009 at 10:00 a. m. at Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle with Rev. Ricky Broach officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 6:00 p. m. to 8:00 p. m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in North Little Rock State Cemetery Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle, Arkansas. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 12, 2009)
Mrs. Lillian Ruth Davis Standridge, age 60, of Benton, AR died Wednesday, February 5, 1997, at Hot Springs Medical Center. She was born July 20, 1936 in Kuttawa, KY, to the late Walter and Lisa Moore. She was a homemaker and mother and attended the First Pentecostal Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Davis and a son Jessie "Waynie" Davis.
Survivors include two sons, Tony Davis of Dover, AR and Time Samuel of Henderson, KY; a daughter, Diann Kolb of Dover, AR; a sister, Hazel Winter of Kuttawa, KY; and a granddaughter, Crystal Kolb of Dover, AR.
Services were Saturday at the 1st Pentecostal Church of Dardanelle with Rev. Charles Bradley officiating. Interment was in Deer Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, February 12, 1997)
Mary LaAtress Standridge, age 82 of Dardanelle, died Monday, January 9, 2006 at Chambers Memorial Hospital. She was born May 5, 1923 at Conway County to the late William and Cansada Orsburn Bailey.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe Standridge; six sisters Ruby Eubanks, Clara Barnett, Girtha Barnett, Sybil Autry, Reba Rainey and Mamie Carouthers; one brother, Jesse Rainey.
Survivors include three sons, Bill Standridge of Slaty Crossing, Don and Jan Standridge of Needmore, Kenny and Brenda Standridge of Slaty Crossing; one daughter, Latrica and Charles Lewis of Slaty Crossing; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; host of nephews and nieces.
Funeral services were held Thursday, January 12, 2006 at Centerville Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Denver Robinson officiating. Interment was in Ringer Cemetery. Pallbearers were Anthony Standridge, Wayne Standridge, Kasey Lewis, Josh Lakin, Derek Rowley and Steven Mediano. Honorary pallbearers were Travis Hamilton and Joey Lakin. Arrangements made by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, January 18, 2006)
Melvin E. Standridge, age 87, of Dardanelle, AR died Saturday, April 17, 2004 at his home in Dardanelle. He was born March 19, 1917 in Dover, AR to the late John and Hettie Pearson Standridge. He was a retired carpenter and a former city inspector for Norristown.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Paulette Bowden; granddaughter Terrie Lynn Standridge; brothers, Joe, Boyde, Loyed, Doyne and Delmer Standridge and sisters, Audrey Jones and Lou Jones.
Survivors, wife, Imo Bond Standridge; children and spouses, John Standridge, Lamar, AR, Jeanette & Jerry May and Judy Standridge all of Centerville and Roger Standridge of Hackberry, LA; brother, Delmar Standridge of Centerville, AR; sisters, Vernell Hampton of Pontoon, AR and Arlene Delbert of Winchester, AR; step children, Reece Whitby of Little Rock, AR, Tommy Whitby of Oklahoma, Michael Whitby of Dardanelle and Donald Whitby of Conway, AR; 21 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren.
Services will be Wednesday; 2 PM at the Slaty Crossing Free will Baptist Church with Bro. Bob Judkins officiating. Interment will be in Ringer Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, April 21, 2004)
Nellie Standridge, 83, of Russellville died Thursday, June 10, 1999 at Russellville. Born June 22, 1915, in Pope County, she was the daughter of the later James David and Sarah Katherine Nichols Daily, widow of Alonzo M. Standridge, and attended Lurton Assembly of God Church.
She was preceded in death by an adopted son, Ronald "Red Smith; a brother Ed Daily; and six sisters, Annie Mae McNabb, Mary Girardot, Bertie Oswalt, Hazel Holder, Clarendia Parsons and Arlena Miller.
Survivors include a son Dudley Standridge of Pelsor; five daughters, Irene Ford of Dover, Malinda Brown of Russellville, Maxine Bumgarner of Danville, Kathleen Campbell of Belleville and Susie Tennison of Pelsor, three stepsons, Clifford Standridge of Coeua D'Alene, Idaho, Eulis Standridge of Dover and Maisen Standridge of Russellville; a stepdaughter, Cornelia Cabral of Russellville; a brother, Robert Daily of Donaldson; two sisters, Viola Davis of Oak Grove, La. and Myrtle Clayton of Canton, Ohio; 28 grandchildren; and 13 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral was held on Monday at Shinn Chapel by the Rev. Arnold Humphrey and the Rev. Stanley Taylor. Burial was in Richland Cemetery near Pelsor. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, June 23, 1999)
Roy Gene Standridge, Sr. age 54, a resident of Plainview, AR, formerly of Little Rock, AR died Monday, August 16, 1999 at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center at Russellville. He was born May 19, 1945 at Little Rock, AR to E. W. and Gertha (Martin) Standridge. He was a member of the Hilltop Church of God at Nimrod.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Teddy Standridge and one sister, Judy Standridge.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Standridge of Plainview, AR; two sons, Roy Gene Standridge, Jr. of Roland, AR and Cody Standridge of Plainview, AR; one daughter, Tara Ashcraft of No. Little Rock, AR; One brother and sister-in-law, Martin R. Sr. and Marsha Standridge of Russellville; special cousin, Patsy Hale of Springfield, AR; also several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral service will be 2 PM Thursday, August 19, 1999 at the Humphrey Chapel officiated by Sis. Dortha Stewart. Burial will be at the Springfield Cemetery at Springfield, AR under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service. The family will receive friends from 6-8 OM Wednesday. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or Diabetes Assoc. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 18, 1999)
Veda Enid Standridge, age 76, of Charleston, AR. died Wednesday, August 12, 1998 at Greenhurst Nursing Home in Charleston, AR. She was the retired owner of The Razorback Restaurant in Dover.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Standridge; a son, Walter Reed Nygaard; two brothers, Johnny Raines and Daniel Raines; four sisters, Mary Jane Anderson, Thelma Odessa Saunders, Mabel Raines and Carmel Raines.
Survivors include four sons, Billy Standifer of Washington, Edwin Paul Nygaard of Michigan, Terry Lee Nygaard of Texas and Larry Lee Nygaard of Pottsville, AR; three daughters, Thelma Booth of Dardanelle, AR, Laura Lottie Arseneau of Minnesota and Peggy Ross of Charleston, AR; one brother, William Raines of Bentonville; one sister, Lila James of Havana, AR; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Service was August 14, 1998 at the Chickalah Cemetery in Chickalah, AR. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 19, 1998)
Willie Jerry Bill Standridge, age 71 of Centerville, died Friday, November 7, 2008 at River Valley Medical Center. He was born September 23, 1937 to the late Joe Standridge and LaAtress Bailey. He retired from the Railroad after 33 years of service.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Peggy Standridge.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Anthony and Cindy Standridge of Dardanelle; daughter, Debra Witt of Russellville; grandchildren, Stephen Mediano of Centerville, Shandra Standridge of Birta, Taylor Long of Conway; step-grandchild, Cheyanne Hurst of Mt. George; six great grandchildren; brothers, Donald Standridge and wife Jan of Casa, Kenny Standridge of Centerville; sister, LaTrisha Lewis and husband Charles of Centerville; close friend Wilma Hurst of Mt. George and many nephews and nieces.
Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Centerville Free Will Baptist Church with Denver Robinson officiating. Burial was held in Ringer Cemetery, Centerville. Pallbearers were Derek Rowley, Gary Beene, Casey Lewis, Josh Gaddy, Wayne Standridge, David May, Gary Adaire and Donald Hurst. Honorary pallbearers were Travis Hamilton, John Ed Hickey, Doyle Claypool, Jiggs Adaire and Glen Biddle. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 12, 2008)
Verna Mae Stanford, 89 of Dardanelle died Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at Sherwood. She was born September 25, 1914 at Sharon, VT, to the late Frank and Gertrude Badger. She worked for Pfeiffer-Blass, then later at Dillard's. She was a member of the Sylvan Hills First Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl M. Stanford.
Survivors include two sons, Ronald Wells of Saint Cloud, FL, and Bruce Wells of Christmas, FL; daughters and sons-in-laws, Janet and A. J. Mason of Tulsa, OK, Lois Henry of Mayflower, Shirley and George Henson of Mayflower, Brenda and Tommy Sherrill of Sherwood, Sandie and Mike Kiser of Dardanelle, Carla and Bob Mitchell of Weaverville, NC; 18 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held August 2, 2004 at the Sylvan Hills Baptist Church with Rev. Don Mosley, Rev. Hardy Bell and Rev. Freddy Crook officiating. Interment was at Little Rock. Arrangements were made by Cornwell Funeral Home at Dardanelle. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Arkansas Hospice, 1310 West Main, Suite 200, Russellville, 72801 or Alzheimer's Arkansas, 10411 West Markham, Suite 130, Little Rock, 72205-1409. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 4, 2004)
John "Jack" Stanton, age 68, of Little Rock, AR died Monday, November 30, 1998. He was born December 1, 1929 in Michigan to the late Laverne and Anna O'Neil Stanton. He was a retired salesman and a Korean Army Veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Boss Stanton; eight sons, John Stanton, Robert Stanton and George Stanton all of Michigan; Kevin Stanton and Dale Stanton both of Atlanta, GA, Mark Stanton of Missouri, Jason Stanton of Florida and Mike Green of Little Rock; five daughters, Chryl Howard of Ola, Maureen Gibbens of Indiana, Kimberly Stanton of Florida, Jean Manser and Pam Elliot both of Missouri and 21 grandchildren.
Service was December 3 at the Ola Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Denver Robinson officiating. Interment was in the Havana Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. Pallbearers were Dempsey Bly, Marvin Mashburn, John David Keeling, Kenneth Ivey, Darin Chancellor, Lawrence Hearing. Honorary, Kenneth Pyburn and Leonard Keeling, Jr. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 9, 1998)
Atha Mae Starr, age 85, of Waldron, AR died August 29, 2000 in Blacksburg, VA. She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by two daughters, Floyie Sue Kopf and Dons Delane Trout.
She is survived by, her husband, Baxter Starr of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Doyle Wayne and Peggy Starr of Alexander, AR; two sons-in-law, J. M. Kopf of Blacksburg, VA and Benny Trout of Little Rock, AR; one sister, Clarie House of Waldron, AR; three brothers, Arthur, Ralph and Junior Barnett all of Waldron, AR; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held September 2, 2000 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, AR with burial at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Waldron, AR. Pallbearers were J. M, Jerry and Dale Kopf, Emmet and Kerry Barnett and Roger Rice. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 6, 2000)
Baxter Willard Starr, 91, of Christianburg, Virginia died August 3, 2005. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church, a logger and farmer. He brought joy to many with his love of a beautiful yard, garden and flowers.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Atha Mae (Barnett) Starr and two daughters, Floyle Sue Kopf and Doris Delane Trout.
He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Doyle Wayne and Peggy Starr of Bryant, AR two sons-in-laws, J.M. Kopf of Chillhowie, VA and Benny Trout of Little Rock, AR four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Services were held Saturday, August 6, 2005 at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Waldron, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home, Waldron, AR. Pallbearers were Bob Starr, Kerry Barnett, Emmett Barnett, Rudy Barnett, Derek Barnett and James House. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 10, 2005)
James Samuel Starr, Oleo, age 73, was born July 4, 1874 and died July 5, 1947.
Burial was July 6 at Union Hill Cemetery. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, July 17, 1947)
Mrs. Willie Staton of De Kalb, Texas, a former Yell County resident, died of a stroke Wednesday night. She was buried in the De Kalb cemetery.
She is survived by her husband, John L. Staton, and seven children, Mrs. Marrell Hall and Billie Joe Staton of DeKalb, Texas, Lawson, Betty, Marie, Mary Jane and Faye of the home; a father, Jim East; two sisters, Mrs. Lula Kerr and Mrs. Bula Wells of Fort Smith and three grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs AGO, DANVILLE, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, November 25, 1954)
Harold Henry Steele, age 75, of Shreveport, LA died Monday, September 30, 2000 at his home. He was born May 10, 1925 in Aztec, NM to the late Henry and Bernice Woolsey Steele. He was a retired carpenter, member of the carpenter union local 836, a WWII Navy Veteran and a member of the VFW.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Lewis Steele.
Survivors are, three sons, Eric Steele of Appleton, AR, Wayne Steele and Bryan Steele both of Casa, AR; one brother, Richard Steele of Washington; one sister, Lois Rhodes of Washington; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Graveside service will be today, Wednesday, October 4, 2000 at 2:00 PM at Needmore Cemetery in Casa, AR. Service by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, October 4, 2000)
Norma J. Steele, age 51 of Casa, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at St. Vincents Infirmary in Little Rock. She was born June 13, 1957 in St. Charles, Missouri, to Harold O. and Ina Mae Bean White.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Ina Mae White; brother, Jay White; sister, Diane White.
Survivors include her husband, Wayne Steele; father, Harold White of Rover; son, Ronnie White of Ola; daughter, Candice Stover of Casa; stepson, Charles Steele of Russellville; brother, Rodger White of Rover; sister and brother-in-law, Theresa and Jerry Forrest of Benton; six grandchildren, Tyler White, Tray White, Kaitelyne Stover, Amber Stover, Kaylee Stover, and Patience Brixley.
Memorial service was June 13, 2009 at Hunts Chapel Cemetery in Rover. Cremation arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, June 17, 2009)
William Codie Steele, age 20, of Casa, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at the Arkansas Children s Hospital, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born to Bryan and Tina Steele on December 27, 1987 in Danville, AR. He was a beloved son, grandson, uncle, brother and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Wilma Steele.
He is survived by his father and mother, Bryan Lewis and Tina Bly Steele of Casa; three brothers, Bryan Thomas Steele, and sister-in-law, Beverlee Sinks Steele of Ola, Joshua Rager of Casa, Anthony Kitts of Casa; one sister and brother-in-law, Christina and Jimmy Williams of Casa; sister-in-law, Amanda Rager of Roland; grandmother, Vesta Steele of Dover; grandparents, Odie and Pat Bly of Birta, and Phillip and Donna Vogl of San Antonio, TX; great-grandmother, Thelma Holland of Plainview; one nephew and five nieces, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Memorial services will be held today, December 17, 2008, 2:00 p. m. at the First Baptist Church in Casa, AR with Brother Joe Phillips residing. Codie volunteered his body for medical research to help others. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 17, 2008)
Calvin C. Steelman, 71, retired railroad agent and resident of Banks for most of his life, died in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Carl Rowland, here Monday. He was a native of Calhoun County and a member of the Methodist Church.
Survivors include a son, Noble O. Steelman, Warren; two daughters, Mrs. Rowland and Mrs. Carl Cain, Wynne and three grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, June 12, 1952)
Mabel Maxine Stegall, age 81, of Ola, AR passed away November 13, 2004.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John and Joan Stegall of Alma, AR; a daughter, Mary Powers of Little Rock, AR; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Funeral service was Thursday at Huson Funeral Home Chapel, Sherwood. Interment was in Edgewood Memorial Park. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 24, 2004)
Daniel Stephens, age 44, a lifelong resident of Belleville, died at a Little Rock hospital, May 13, 1952. He was a Baptist.
He is survived by his Wife; two sons, Wendle and Bernie Stephens of Los Angeles, and three daughters, Misses Betty and Wonice Stephens of Belleville and Mrs. Elice Pickins of Los Angeles. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, May 22, 1952)
Vonda L. Stephens, age 76, died March 4, 1998 in Lakewood, Co. She was born September 10, 1921 in Birta, AR to William and Mattie Boyce) Scruggs. She married Wilbur Stephens on August 3, 1940 in Bartlesville. She was a minister's wife and a homemaker since 1940. Her husband was a minister of the Broomfield Assembly of God Church in Colorado for 10 years. 1 She taught Sunday school, directed the children's church program and directed the choir. She also played piano for the church. She was a member of the Women's Missionary Council and taught piano for several years.
She is survived by a daughter, Deborah Stephens of Westminister, CO and a brother, Bill Scruggs of Shawnee.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in January 1995; a twin sister; two brothers and a half sister.
Graveside service was March 9, 1998 at Trinity Chapel of Resthaven Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, Metro Denver Chapter, Inc. 789 Sherman No. 500, Denver, CO 80203. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 18, 1998)
Larry Jack Stephenson, 66 of Berryville, Arkansas, departed this life Wednesday, March 22, 2006. He was born on July 28, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Jack Emrich and Opal Augusta (Ross) Stephenson. He was a truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Opal Stephenson.
He is survived by his son, Larry Jack Stephenson, Jr. of Wichita, KS; two daughters, Farrah Upton of Harrison, AR, and Charley Kay Stephenson of Springdale, AR; one great nephew, Kevin Lofgren; three grandchildren, Clayton Stephenson, Sydnie Stephenson, and Mickey Upton; his best friends, Gary Clark of Green Forest, AR, Ronnie Bishop of Graven, AR, and Charlie Green of Rudd, AR; other relatives; and a host of friends. Cremation arrangements. were by Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelson-funeral.com. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 29, 2006)
Thomas H. "Steve" Stephenson, age 78, of Sun City, AZ, finished his courageous journey on earth on September 26, 2010, surrounded by family and with the support of Hospice of Arizona. While our hearts are broken, we rejoice knowing a heavenly reunion awaited him.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, George and Mary, a sister, two brothers, and his favorite walking companions, Caiti and Chelsea.
Steve was born in El Dorado, Kansas, on July 23, 1932. After joining the Air Force he spent a year in Greenland, and then was stationed at Luke AFB in 1953, where he met and married his sweetheart, Margie. After his military service, Steve began a lifelong career in finance and banking. He worked for Continental National Bank for 20 years, retiring in 1987 to spend the next two years traveling the country with his wife Margie and his golf clubs. He returned to work for a short while at M&I Thunderbird Bank before returning to Sun City to fine tune his golf score at Sun City Country Club. Steve was also a Glendale Rotarian, a regular blood donor, and a fan of his favorite teams, the Diamondbacks and the AZ Cardinals.
Steve is survived by his loving wife, Margie, of 55 years, as well as his son, Donald and daughters Lori Eubank and Barbara (Kevin) Young. Steve's legacy also lives on in the lives of his grandchildren, Sgt. Jacob Roe, US Army, Staci Roe, Megan Young, and Jason Young, as well as four beautiful great-grandchildren who brought laughter and cheer to his golden years; Tanner Young, Carter and River Lynch, and Arbor Cox. Steve is also survived by two brothers, a sister, and countless nieces and nephews. His little sidekicks, Suki, Sophie, and Bitzi will also miss their "Papa"
A celebration of Steve's life will be held on Friday, October 1, 2010 at the Regency Mortuary 9850 W. Thunderbird Rd in Sun City at 4 pm. Donations may be made in Steve's memory to Banner Sunhealth Research Institute, c/o Dr. Marwan Sabbagh, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, or to Hospice of Arizona, 19820 N. 7th Street Suite 130, Phoenix Attn Connie Frisbee (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Mary Fowler Leek, Newspaper: www.Legacy.com, 9/27/2010)
Arthur Beryl Stevens, Jr. age 84, of Plainview, AR died Monday, March 19, 2001 at his home in Plainview. He was born August 20, 1916 in Mullindille, KS to the late Arthur B. Sr. and Mora E. Lovette Stevens. He was a retired farmer.
He is survived by his wife, Clairetta C. Blaylock Stevens, one son and daughter-in-law, Arthur Allan and Jan Stevens of Derby, KS; three daughters and sons-in-law, Clyda Heacock of Washington, Shirley and Tom Dillon and Judith and Milan Kerr all of Wichita, KS; two sisters, Lenice Massey of Topeka, KS and Vada Schwindt of Plainview, AR; 14 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; three nephews and one niece. -
Service was March 22, 2001 at Cornwell Chapel in Danville with Rev. Monroe Hunt officiating. Interment was in March 23 at Rest Haven Cemetery, Wichita, KS. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 28, 2001)
Carolyn Sue Beason Stevens, of Cameron, OK died November 5, 1999 in Fort Smith, AR. She was a housewife and mother.
She is survived by, her husband, Steve Stevens of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd Wayne and Mary Rushing of Heavner, OK and Robert Joe and Cindy Thomas of Greenwood, AR; her parents, Joe Carl and Barbara Sue "Fleming" Beason of Booneville, AR; one sister, Laura Lynne Brewer of Booneville, AR; a brother, Tommy Joe Beason of Tulsa, OK and three grandchildren, Josh, Magan and Brayden.
Funeral service was November 9th, 1999 at Moore's Chapel in Waveland, AR with burial in Moore's Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home of Booneville, AR. Pallbearers were Allan Lovell, Tim Bollinger, Mitch Smith, J. B. Fleming, Wayne Fleming, Paul Brewer and Mark Brewer. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 10, 1999)
Flora Stevens of Plainview, AR died Sunday, April 4, 1999 at Stockton, CA. She was born April 20, 1915 at Plainview, AR she was the daughter of the late James W. and Millie Hall Ellis. She worked at the Yell County Nursing Home at Ola and was a member of the First Baptist Church at Ola.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hamilton; seven brothers and six sisters.
Survivors include a son, John Hamilton of Russellville; two daughters, Dorela Stapp and Marie Harris of Stockton, CA; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral was Saturday at the Ola First Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Balentine officiating. Interment was in Sandlin Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Service of Dardanelle, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, April 14, 1999)
Frank Stevens, date or place of birth unknown, of Waveland, March 22, 1947. [no other details included in 50Yrs Ago Column] (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, April, 3, 1947)
James Andrews Stevens, age 72, of Ola, AR died Friday, November 9, 2001 at Arkansas Heart Hospital at Little Rock. He was born July 30, 1929, at Dover to James and Lizzer Burnett and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Survivors include a brother, Odell Stevens of Russellville.
The body was cremated. Arrangements were by Humphrey Funeral Service. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 14, 2001)
Mrs. Addie Adeline Stevenson, aged 79, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carl Woodard of Belleville Wednesday March 9. She was a native of Tennessee and had lived at Belleville about 11 years. She was a Baptist.
Survivors other than Mrs. Woodard are another daughter, Mrs. Flora Ann Partin of Baton Rouge, La.; a son, Lawrence Stevens of Little Rock; 14 grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas; Originally published on Thursday, March 17, 1960)
James Timothy "Tim" Stevenson, age 27, of Dardanelle, died Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at his home. He was born August 20, 1979 at Hay ward, CA to James Anthony Parrish and Deborah Camille Kelly. He was a member of the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Columbus, TN. He has been in Dardanelle for the past 10 years, having moved here from Columbia, TN. He participated in several plays in Russellville and he loved to cook.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, J. T. Kelly.
Survivors include his parents, John Craig Stevenson of Nashville, TN and Deborah Camille Stevenson of Columbia; three brothers, and a sister-in-law, twin brother, Winston Thomas and Brandy Sue Stevenson of Nashville, TN, Craig Alan Stevenson of Columbia, TN, Kelly Andrew Stevenson of Nashville, TN; sister, Katie Ann Kelly of Murfreesboro, TN; nieces, Stephanie Isabell "Izzy" Stevenson, Hannah Nicole Stevenson; nephew, Dakota Lee Stevenson, all of Columbia, TN; grandmother and companion, Juanita H. Kelly and Monroe Hodges of Dardanelle; numerous other family and friends.
Cremation arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 15, 2007)
Velma Anderson George Stevenson, passed away August 9, 2010 in Sacramento, California at the age of 92. Velma and her twin brother Delma were born November 18, 1917 in Ola, Arkansas. Their arrival was announced on horseback throughout the town by their proud father, Hugh Gaston Anderson. Their mother Martha (Breshears) Anderson was to have three more children, Helen, Mildred, and Roy. When the Great Depression hit, the entire family packed up and moved to California looking for work and a better life. Velma married Herman George, also from Arkansas, and they had four children, all of which were born and raised in California. Son Joe, who is married to Karen, daughters Marilyn, and Barbara who is married to Ron, and a son Herman, who predeceased her. They raised their family in Grass Valley, California, but in the 1960's moved to the Sacramento area to be closer to their children. Velma was to marry twice as her first husband Herman passed away in 1978 at the age of 67. Later in life she married Carlton Stevenson on September 4, 1986. They lived in Clear Lake, California until his death 5 years later. At her passing, Velma had 9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was a homemaker and mother most of her life and greatly enjoyed her children and grandchildren. Her hobbies included gardening, keeping up on current affairs, hand crafts, and she was an avid reader. Friends may call and are invited to attend services Friday at 1pm, in the EAST LAWN MORTUARY CHAPEL, 5757 Greenback Ln. Interment EAST LAWN SIERRA HILLS. [additional information supplied by Joe George -- Velma and her twin brother were born in Avant, Garland Co, Arkansas and Velma and Herman George were married in Centerville, Yell County, Arkansas] (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Joe George, Newspaper: on-line by East Lawn Mortuary Chapel,8/9/2010)
James David Steward, aged 84, a retired farmer, died Sunday. He was a lifelong resident of Havana.
He is survived by his wife; four sons, Fenner Steward of Conway, Bondie Steward of Little Rock, Cleady Steward of Texas and Earl Steward of Oklahoma City and seven daughters, Mrs. Susie Wallace and Mrs. Jimmie Yandell of Havana, Mrs. Lela Yandell and Mrs. Ella Jo Yandell of Ft. Smith, Mrs. Lorene Bryan of Santa Cruz, Calif. Mrs. Ila Maud Rowe of Snyder, Okla. and Mrs. Marie Garrett of McRae. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas; Originally published on Thursday, July 21, 1960)
Joe Steward, age 57 was killed January 5, 1954 while working in the oil field in Oklahoma.
He is survived by his wife and nine children. Three daughters, Mrs. Lillian Jarnagin of Okla. City, Mrs. Nelle Merian, Stockton, Calif, Mollie Ruth Steward, Lovington, New Mexico; six sons, J. E. Wayne and Kenneth of California John of Okla. City, George and James of Durant, Okla., his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Steward, Belleville; seven sisters, Mrs. Susie Wallace of Pen Ridge, Mrs. Jimmie Yandell of Havana, Mrs. Leila Yandell, Stillwater, Okla, Mrs. Ila Rowe, Snyder, Okla, Mrs. Lorena Bryant, California, Mrs. Ella Joe Yandell, Ft. Smith and Mrs. Marie Garrett, Aubry, Ark. four brothers, Fenner of Conway, Bondie of Marianna, Cledy of Skellytown, Texas and Earl of Okla. City; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 YRS AGO, DANVILLE, ARKANSAS - Originally published on Thursday-January 14, 1954)
Kathryn Henderson North Steward, age 84, a resident of Trillium Park in Conway, formerly of Little Rock and Yell County, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, March 21, 2009. She was born June 18, 1924, in DeValls Bluff, AR, a daughter of the late Stringer Lee and Carrie Spiegel Henderson. She was a lifelong Baptist and former member of the Old Gaines Street Baptist Church in Little Rock, Olivet Baptist Church in Little Rock, First Baptist Church in Booneville, and current member of Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Earl Benjamin North, second husband, Cleady Steward, and by her seven siblings.
She is survived by her six children, Joel (Beverly) North, Larry (Jackie) North, Keath (Joyce North, Mark (Diane) North, Jeff (Paula) North, and Susan (Perry) Windle; 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, many friends and other family members.
Funeral services will be Wednesday at 1 00 p. m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with burial following at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Little Rock. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Gideon International, P. O. Box 397, Conway, AR, 72033. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 25, 2009)
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