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James "Frank" Clingan

James "Frank" Clingan

May 13, 2024

Frank left this world on May 13, 2024, and was taken to the arms of Jesus in Heaven by angels. He was born on December 15, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas.He is survived by his parents James "Jimmy" and Lavinia "Benny" Clingan, his brother Joe and wife Linda Clingan of Texarkana, Arkansas, his niece Caitlin, his daughter Kelsey, two grandchildren, and many...

Thomas Porier

Thomas Porier

May 10, 2024

Thomas Lynn Porier, age 46, of Hope, AR was born on March 6th, 1978 to Roy Porier and Cheryl Mitchell in Fort Worth, TX and passed away May 10th, 2024 in Hope, AR.  Thomas is preceded in death by his father, Roy Porier.Thomas was raised in Roanoke, TX and went to school at Northwest High School in Justin, TX.  Once grown,...

Deborah Thompson

Deborah Thompson

May 9, 2024

Deborah Thompson, 63, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away May 9, 2024, surrounded by family. Born in Doniphan, Missouri on September 7, 1960, she was the daughter of Suzette and William Thompson.

Deborah worked at Mr. B's Salvage for over 11 years and later served at The Lunch Box, a popular restaurant in Texarkana.

A devoted animal lover, Deborah had a special fondness...

Naomi Jean Mewborn

Naomi Jean Mewborn

May 7, 2024

Naomi Jean Mewborn, age 84, of Texarkana, AR, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at her daughter's home in DeKalb, Texas. She was born on September 19, 1938, to Woodrow and Nettie Harris in Fouke, AR. Naomi was a beloved mother, aunt, sister, and grandmother to many. She worked as a homemaker and was once the manager of Shady...

Geneta Curtis

Geneta Curtis

May 6, 2024

Geneta, 80 years old, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 6, 2024 at a local nursing home. 

She was born on August 10, 1943 to I.D. Wells and Thelma Jones-Norton in Italy, Texas. Geneta was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Curtis, her son, Ronald Bollier, and her parents. She is survived by her granddaughter, Stephanie Ross...

Sandra Hinton VanAntwerp

Sandra Hinton VanAntwerp

Apr 29, 2024

Sandra (Sandy) Hinton VanAntwerp, aged 74, of Texarkana, TX, passed away on April 29th, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Sandra was born on November 27th, 1949, in Ashdown, AR, to David Wesley and Lela Faye Hinton. She was a retired prison guard from Telford Corrections Unit.Sandra is survived by her three daughters: Tammy Hartline Butler (Doug)...

Carolyn Shaw

Carolyn Shaw

Apr 22, 2024

Carolyn McElwee Hardin Shaw, 81, of Texarkana, TX, passed away at home on April 22, 2024. Born in Bowie County on March 10, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Glenn McElwee and Louise Johnson McElwee Carpenter. Survivors include daughter Rachel Patterson of the home, son Dale Hardin (Sarah) of NC, one grandchild, Jennie Forsythe, and two step-grandchildren, Ashley Allen...

Jackie Brown

Jackie Brown

Apr 17, 2024

Jackie Nell Brown, age 86, passed away on April 17, 2024.  She was born on April 13, 1938 in Prescott, Arkansas to Alice Marie Crane Lowdermilk and William Outen.  Jackie attended and graduated from Gurnsey school.  She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ.  Jackie loved her family, friends, and her Arkansas Razorbacks.  Her door was...

Wanda Mauldin

Wanda Mauldin

Apr 17, 2024

Wanda Mauldin, aged 76, of Prescott, AR, passed away on April 17, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Wanda was born on June 17, 1947, in Amity AR, to Lee and Effie Watkins. She worked as a CNA at Hillcrest Care and Rehab in Prescott for over 20 years, where she found joy in caring for others....

James Thacker

James Thacker

Apr 11, 2024

James Herbert Thacker, 81, entered his heavenly home on Thursday morning, April 11, 2024. His family held his hands as Jesus carried him on to Glory. James was ready to see Jesus and hug His neck and hoped to have a supper of unlimited crab legs with Him.James was born February 19, 1943 to parents, Margaret Martindale and Herbert Thacker, and he grew...

Zonnie Mangum

Zonnie Mangum

Apr 10, 2024

Zonnie Mangum, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on April 10th, 2024, at her home in Texarkana, Arkansas, surrounded by her family. Born on May 6th, 1946, Zonnie was the daughter of James and Hazel Rateliff.Zonnie's life was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was married to her devoted husband, Sidney...

Dorleen Traylor

Dorleen Traylor

Apr 8, 2024

Dorleen Chenell Traylor, born on March 3rd, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas, to the late Rozell Lee Traylor Sr. and Naomi Lee Traylor, peacefully entered eternal rest on April 8th, 2024. She was a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend whose memory will forever be cherished.

Dorleen was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Shelia Harris, and her nephew Russell...

Marion Carter

Marion Carter

Mar 26, 2024

Marion Carter Jr., affectionately known as "Bud," was born on April 15, 1941, and peacefully passed away on March 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his son, Roger Dale Carter, and his parents, MC and Ida Mae Carter.

Bud is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Hudson Carter, his son Marion J. Carter, daughters Doris Annette Kilcrease and Lola...

Brian Keith Martin

Brian Keith Martin

Mar 25, 2024

Brian Keith Martin, aged 47, born on December 23, 1976, to Mary and Richard Martin, peacefully passed away on March 25, 2024. He was a talented chef, having lent his culinary skills to establishments such as Julie's Deli and Screaming Goat in Redwater.

Brian is survived by his mother, Mary Martin of Texarkana, TX, his brother James and his wife Ellen...

Doris Marie Hammac

Doris Marie Hammac

Mar 23, 2024

Doris Marie Hammac passed away at her home on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Leary, Tx.Doris was born on January 25, 1952 in Galion, Ohio. She was 72 years old.When she was able, she enjoyed sewing, quilting blankets, canning, reupholstering furniture,and collecting antiques. She owned a small restaurant in Queen City Tx earlier in life. She lovedher family and her...

Kashton Amir Wilson

Kashton Amir Wilson

Mar 21, 2024

Kashton Wilson, born on April 29, 2022, peacefully departed from this world on March 21, 2024. Kashton leaves behind a large and loving family who mourn his loss deeply. He is survived by his mother, Alexandria Logan, and his father, Kevonta Wilson.Kashton is remembered with love by his grandmothers: Lisa Neal of Dallas, Texas; Diane Neal of Texarkana, Texas; and Karie...

Ralph "Luke" Lucas

Ralph "Luke" Lucas

Mar 21, 2024

Ralph "Luke" Lucas, born on October 3, 1967, in Houston, TX, passed away on March 21, 2024. He was a dedicated truck driver who traversed life's highways with unwavering determination.He is preceded in death by his cherished wife, Kim Lucas, his beloved mother Mary Alice Merritt Lucas, his father Sidney John Lucas, son Brice Lucas, and brother Joseph Lucas.Ralph leaves...

William Michael Carter

William Michael Carter

Mar 13, 2024

William Michael Carter, 71, of Texarkana, AR, passed away on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024, at his home. He was born on July 29th, 1952, in Texarkana to the late Harold and Rosa Dale Carter. He enjoyed collecting everything, working on building and painting projects, and nurturing his yard by constantly planting new things.

Mr. Carter is preceded in death by his...

ANGELA BUCHANAN ROSS

ANGELA BUCHANAN ROSS

Mar 9, 2024

Angela Buchanan Ross (Root), born on May 28, 1968, in Texarkana, TX, passed away on March 9, 2024, in Texarkana, AR. She was the daughter of the late Joyce Wade Merchant and Jimmy Root. Angela is survived by her husband of 3 years, Scott Ross, her father Jimmy Root. Angela was a loving mother to her children, Cameron Buchanan, Keaton Sams, Shayley...

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