Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Hot Spring County, AR
Donnetta Kay Swartwood
Feb 4, 2025
Donnetta Kay Swartwood, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Rockport, Arkansas. Born on June 2, 1965, in Enid, Oklahoma, Donnetta was known for her kind and welcoming nature, always striving to make those around her feel at ease. Her great overall personality and sense of humor left a lasting impression...
Jerome Eric Catlett
Jan 31, 2025
Jerome Eric Catlett, born on January 24, 1960, in Waycross, Georgia, passed away on January 31, 2025, in Hot Springs. He is remembered for his hardworking nature and his great sense of humor that brought joy to those around him. Jerome graduated from Brantley County High School in Georgia, where the foundation of his industrious spirit was laid.
Throughout his life,...
Margaret Alice Trejo
Jan 28, 2025
Margaret Alice Eads Trejo, age 84, departed this world into eternity on January 28, 2025.
Margaret was born June 15, 1940, in Carlisle, Arkansas, Lonoke County. She spent most of her life in Malvern, Arkansas where she was a member of FBC Malvern. Her last year was spent in her Coushatta, La. home and was faithful to have her membership follow...
Teresa Anite Cummings
Jan 23, 2025
Teresa Annette Cummings, affectionately known as Terri, was born on May 15, 1960, in Little Rock, Arkansas. With a loving spirit and a feisty personality, she touched the lives of many during her time on this earth. Teresa passed away peacefully in Malvern, Arkansas, on January 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and generosity.
Throughout her career...
Wanda Faye Williams Roark
Jan 20, 2025
Wanda Faye Williams Roark passed away on January 20th, 2025. Wanda was born on June 12th 1952 in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Thomas Edward Williams and Lola Faye Davis. She was the third child and the only daughter.
Wanda is preceded in death by her father Thomas Edward Williams her mother Lola Faye Davis, step-father Ewell Howard Floyd and step-father Jay...
Carolyn Joyce Beck
Jan 15, 2025
Carolyn Joyce Beck, a cherished soul born on March 15, 1954, in Malvern, Arkansas, passed from this life into the presence of the Heavenly Father on January 15, 2025, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her journey was marked by hard work, unforgettable laughter, and a boundless love for all of God’s creatures.
A diligent professional, Carolyn dedicated her career to the office at...
Pheba Robinson
Jan 7, 2025
Pheba A. Robinson, 78, of Traskwood, Arkansas, passed away, Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, in Little Rock. She was born in Malvern, September 16th,1946, to the late Elmer C. and Ethel Robinson. She is preceded in death by both of her parents and her brother Larry Robinson.
Pheba is survived by her brother Raymond Ford, nieces and a nephew, Deborah (Paul) Griffin,...
Lamonte Efird
Jan 3, 2025
EFIRD, FAYE LAMONTE, 91.
Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend left this world on January 3, 2025 to dance with the angels in Heaven.
She was born in Poyen, Arkansas on July 25, 1933. She met the love of her life, Melvin Efird, in high school in Magnet Cove and they married in Tempe Arizona. Lamonte enjoyed quilting (over 50...
Judy A. Pilcher
Jan 3, 2025
Judy A. Pilcher, 80 of Social Hill, passed away on January 3, 2025. She was born on April 20, 1944, in Malvern, Arkansas to Boyce Grigsby and Virginia Clemons Watson.
Judy is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Mahlon and Phillip Grigsby and her son Todd F. Pilcher.
Judy is survived by her husband of 62 years, Donald F. Pilcher,...
R.M. Reynolds
Dec 23, 2024
R. M. Reynolds, age 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, at Encore Nursing Home with his sister and brother-in-law at his side. He was born on December 11, 1938, in the Antioch Community to Murphy and Rena Mae Reynolds.
Moving to California with his family as a youth, he continued to live there for many years before returning to...
Ruth Faye Taylor
Dec 15, 2024
Ruth Faye Taylor
11-26-1938—12-15-2024
Faye left us for her Heavenly Home after a 7-year journey with Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia.
She will be remembered for her thirst for history and love of writing. She wrote books for the 100th celebration of First Lutheran Church, Hot Springs and the 50th Anniversary of Diamondhead, as well as many historical programs which she presented in Arkansas,...
Todd Franklin Pilcher
Dec 14, 2024
Todd Franklin Pilcher, born on September 24, 1963, in Malvern, Arkansas, passed away on December 14, 2024, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. A beloved member of his community, and a Malvern graduate, Todd had a passion for sports, especially as a devoted fan of the Arkansas Razorbacks football and basketball teams. His enthusiasm for the games brought joy, as he would...
James Anderson Posey
Dec 10, 2024
James Posey, 84 of the Brown Springs Community, passed away on December 10, 2024. He was born on February 24, 1940 to Anderson and Josephine Posey in Donaldson, Arkansas.
James is preceded in death by his wife Louise, Sister Marjorie, Brother Bill, and Granddaughter Chanda.
James is survived by his two sisters Sue Jackson of Bismarck and Jean Tugwell of Midway and...
Peggy Ann Galloway
Dec 9, 2024
Peggy Ann Galloway, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024, in Benton, Arkansas. Born on October 2, 1950, in Little Rock, she carried with her a spirit forged through resilience and an unwavering commitment to serving others. Peggy was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, dedicating 13 years to her country, where she achieved notable distinctions such as...
Robert Ellis Sealy
Nov 30, 2024
Robert Ellis Sealy, a dedicated research scientist and beloved family member, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, in Proctor, Arkansas. Born on July 21, 1955, in Malvern, Arkansas, Robert lived a life marked by both quiet strength and profound impact. He earned his Master's Degree from Arkansas State University, a testament to his commitment to education and knowledge.
For many...
Toney Edwin Moore
Nov 29, 2024
Toney Edwin Moore, a beloved member of the Malvern, Arkansas community, passed away at the age of 71 on November 29, 2024. Born on April 30, 1953, Toney lived a life marked by deep roots in his hometown and an unwavering commitment to his family and friends.
Toney is survived by his children, TJ Moore and his partner, Ashlie Strange, Dena...
Malinda Jones
Nov 12, 2024
Melinda “Sherrie” Jones, passed away on November 12, 2024. She was born June 20,1958.Sherrie loved life! She is the daughter of Bobby and Delphia McWhirter both passedMother of Shannon Partee (Walt Partee) and Jessie Davis grandmother of Trey Partee and Bobby Partee and Jaden Borden. Sister to Carolyn McWhirter (Myron Clark) Hot Springs and Melody Hootie Baker (Tommy Baker) Vernal,Utah....
Lois Yates
Nov 6, 2024
Lois Marie (Wilson) Yates, 80 of Malvern, passed away on November 6, 2024. She was born February 9, 1944, to Lois and Lorene Wilson in Malvern, Arkansas.
She attended school in Malvern where she met her high school sweetheart, John. They were married 44 years before his death in 2011. She worked at Bank of Malvern until she retired, her and...
Bobby Dale Cooper
Nov 1, 2024
Bobby Dale Cooper, 84 of Malvern, passed away on November 1, 2024. Bobby was born April 12, 1940 in Malvern to Vernon and Lucille Cooper. Bobby was a member of the Glen Rose Baptist Church for 57 years, he enjoyed gardening, being the local neighborhood handy man, playing his steel guitar, and above all else spending time with his family...
Jacqueline L McGriff
Oct 23, 2024
Jacqueline Lynne McGriff passed away on October 23, 2024. She was born on December 14, 1962 to Glenn and Barbara Walters in Malvern, Arkansas.
Her hobbies included spending an abundance of time with her family, friends, and fur babies, Pixie and Coco. She loved online shopping, listening to music, and watching movies. Jackie loved attending Second Baptist Church and spending time...
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