Obituaries

Geraldine Betts was born September 1, 1952, in Stuttgart, Arkansas to the late James “Club” Betts, Sr. and the late Lizzie Lee Betts.

James Dylan Johnson, age 21, of Hermitage, Arkansas, passed away on April 27, 2026.

We gather to celebrate the life and legacy of a true willing soul - Brother Randal LeShell Allen, a man whose heart was anchored in service and whose hands were always ready to help.

Nellie Marie Nobles McBee, 88, of Humphery, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday April 28, 2026 at Sheridan Nursing and Rehab Sherdan, Arkansas.

Janelle Thomason of Pine Bluff passed away April 27, 2026 at the age of 93, after living for over 10 years with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

Elva Sue Taylor Heird, age 81, of Pine Bluff, passed away Sunday April 26, 2026 at Stone Bridge Assisted Living in Cabot.

Eddie Dewayne Williams II, 39, of Rison, AR passed away Monday, April 27, 2026 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center.

Trease Renee Hobbs was born on June 28, 1979 and raised in Stuttgart, Arkansas. Throughout her life, she was known for her warm and radiant smile—one that could light up any room and bring comfort to those around her.

Richard Gail Disotell was a man of great presence in stature, spirit, personality, and in the way he lived his life.

Mr. James Wallace Hall, Jr., 75, of Fordyce, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Mrs. Lois Jean Williams, 76, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, passed Saturday, April 18, 2026. 

Robert E. “Bob” Hollis, age 70, of Pine Bluff, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer.