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Ritchie, Mary Etta Guest

Mary Etta Guest Ritchie, age 81 of Ola, Arkansas died Sunday, October 26, 2003 at a local hospital. She was born July 15, 1922 in Hot Springs, AR. She was a retired homemaker and of the Pentecostal faith.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Ritchie; a daughter, Patsy Shelton and a sister, Lillie Brown.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Bill J. and Helen Ritchie of Ola, AR; four daughters and son-in-laws, Regina and Hugh Ed Walker of Texarkana, TX, Nancy and Jerry Rhoades of Gravelly, AR, Peggy Fain of Hot Springs, AR, Polly and Bobby Banks of Hot Springs, AR; 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services and burial will be Wednesday, October 29, 2003, 10:00 a. m. at Oak Hill Cemetery officiated by Reverend Mike Smith. Arrangements are by Hot Springs Funeral Home. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, October 29, 2003)

Riter, Billie Bonita (Mrs.)

Billie Bonita Riter was born November 17, 1934 in Danville, Arkansas and was a graduate of Little Rock Central High School in 1952. She retired as an Administrative Accountant from Pima College. She lost her brave battle with cancer on February 17, 2012 at home with her family.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Sibyl B. Harrison and a daughter, Kathryn C. Pack.

Survived by Ronald L. Pack and their children: daughter, Tricia A. Bowen; sons, Ronald E. Pack, Gary D. Pack (daughter-in-law, Vaiva L. Pack) and daughter/granddaughter, Tasha M. Burr; grandchildren, Shannon K. Schulz and Kyla A. Voge; great-grandchildren, Paige and Shane Lawler, Ian, Hayden, Landen and Ryan Burr, Savannah, Cole and Carson Mizell. Billie was an active member of Hope United Methodist Church for over 30 years and enjoyed making crafts and watching movies. A gathering to celebrate her life was held on Wednesday, February 22, 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to H.U.M.C. Care Circle, 6740 S. Santa Clara Ave., Tucson, AZ 85756.

Arrangements under the direction of: Heather Mortuary 1040 North Columbus Blvd Tueson, AZ 85711 (520) 322-6131 (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,This Obituary was published 23 Feb 2012, On-Line at www.heathermortuary.com. )

Ritter, Jerry Wayne

Jerry Wayne Ritter, age 70, of Plainview passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at the Chambers Memorial Hospital. He was born November 19, 1942 in Weber Falls, OK to the late H.T. & Lura Mae Parent Ritter. He spent his life serving God, logging, hunting, fishing and loving his family. Earth's loss is heaven's gain.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant twin sons, Jerry Wayne Jr and Gary Wayne Ritter; brothers Oscar Paul Ritter, Fred Ritter and Sam Ritter; sisters Mary Baker and Edith Dill.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years Dorothy Lee Hill Ritter; son and daughter-in-law Tim and Cheryl Ritter of Rover; daughter, Barbara Lee Ritter of Plainview; grandchildren, Charity Keener, Monty Cooper, Donald Wayne & Wendy Lacy; great grandchildren, Jessie & Erika Alcantar, Gage Cooper, Cassie Cooper and Alivia Sanderford; great-great-grandchildren, JJ & Jacob Alcantar; sister, Lavida Klassen of Heavener, OK; brothers & sisters-in-law, Clifford & Nina Ritter of Bates, AR; Phillip & Louia Mae Ritter of Dardanelle; Wanda Ritter of Plainview; Victory Tabernacle Church Family and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service was February 2, 2013 at the Victory Tabernacle Church in Danville with Bro Stan Smith officiating. Burial will be at New Bethel Cemetery. Pallbearers include Alan Ritter, Kevin Hood, Stephen Brothers, Adam Brothers, Bubba Dunham, Justin Kistner, Paul Brothers and Dennis Essman. Honorary pallbearers include Jerrel Leach, Walter Kemp and Dr. John Westwood (Dad's beloved Doctor). Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. Online guest book and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Feb 6, 2013)

Ritter, Jerry Wayne

Roach, Inice Levoy "Pete"

Inice Levoy "Pete" Roach, of Dardanelle died Friday, July 30, 1999 at the Dardanelle Nursing Center. She was born 79 years ago on August 14, 1919 at Mt. George to the late Amos and Martha George Walker. She was a homemaker and the widow of William Thomas Roach. She was a member of the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Phyllis Roach; a brother, Jack Walker of Russellville; two sisters, Eula "Dude" Grace of Russellville and Alvia Morgan of Hugson, CA; three granddaughters, Patti Carr and Gloria Moore of Russellville and Crystal Roach of Sheppard Air Force Base Wichita Falls, TX; a grandson, Mark Standridge of Delaware and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was Monday at the Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with interment in Brearley Cemetery with the Rev. Todd Davis officiating. Pallbearers were Scott Moore, Larry Walker, Gary Walker, Verlon Collins, Donnie Rector and Mike Grace. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Dardanelle, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 4, 1999)

Robberson-Albinson, Jo Ellen (Moss)

Jo Ellen "Mama Jo" (Moss) Robberson-Albinson, 77, of Russellville, formerly of Plainview, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at the Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home in Russellville. The daughter of the late Jewel Moss and Ada Lee [Chesney) Moss, she was born November 12, 1937, in Plainview. She was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Plainview. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister with a kind giving heart. She had a strong love for her family and for singing praise to her Lord and Savior in her beautiful alto voice. She retired in 2009 from the Army National Guard in Little Rock as a civilian employee.

She was preceded in death by her first husband of 35 years, Delano Gerald Robberson; second husband of 10 years, Alvin Albinson; her parents; siblings, Lillian D. Moss, J.L. Moss, lva Nell Reeves Woody; and a nephew, Richard Worsham.

Survivors include two children, Gail Pinion (Craig) of Atkins and Mike Robberson, Russellville; grandchildren, Josh Avery, Russellville, Justin Avery (Kelsey), North Little Rock, Sarah Poulton, Conway, Chrissy Poulton, Atkins, Shelby Robberson, Russellville, Joseph Pinion, Lilyanna Pinion, both of Atkins; great grandchildren, Claire, Kylee and Cohen; step son, Mark Albinson (Alissa), St. Louis; step-grandchildren, Rachel Nanak (Matt), Dr. Lauren Robertson (Mike); four sisters, Maggie Sue Gowen (Larry), Fayetteville, LaVada Linton Padgett (Elmer), Linda Burnham (Don), Mary LaFave (John), all of Russellville; and numerous extended family.

Funeral Service was held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Humphrey Chapel in Russellville. Burial was at Salem Cemetery in Plainview by Humphrey Funeral Service. Visitation was 6-8 PM, on Friday, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home, 220 John Babish Lane, Russellville, AR 72801. Internet obituary and on-line guest book are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Sept 2, 2015)

Robberson-Albinson, Jo Ellen (Moss)

Robbins, Dorothy

Miss Dorothy Robbins, of Moores Chapel community, died at her home April 8, 1939, and was laid to rest in the Moores Chapel cemetery Sunday, April 9, 1939.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.E. Poindexter of Magazine.

She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Sallie Robbins; three sisters, Mrs. Ella Harger, Mrs. Ruth Chappel, and Mrs. Zelena Rector; two brothers, Arthur and Jim Robbins, all of the Moores Chappel community. Pallbearers were Hershel Pealer, E.C. Hood, Arlis Hood, Joe Miller, James Tapp and Joe Head. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Apr 1939)

Robbins, Edna Heffington Cowger

Edna Heffington Cowger Robbins, age 90 of Fort Smith, AR died Monday, December 13, 1999 at St. Edwards Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith, AR. She was born January 20, 1909 in Texas to the late Aristabulus and Julia Robertson Heffington and was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include, her husband, John Robbins; four daughters and sons-in-law, Corinne Andersen of Wendover, UT, Mary and Richard Belcher of Danville, AR, Rebecca and Wiley Kilgore Of Fort Smith, AR, Betty and Dr. James Young of Fort Worth, TX; a brother, Calvin Heffington of Fort Smith, AR; a sister, Opal Heffington of Fort Smith, AR; 4 grandchildren, Sherrie Jardine, Barry Lewis, Betty Kay Orton, Bobbie Denise Madsen all of Utah, Betty Kelley, Rick Belcher and Bruce Belcher all of Chickalah, AR, Bob Kilgore, Larry Kilgore, Mike Kilgore and Lisa Kilgore all of Ft. Smith, AR; Robin Abel and Stephanie Young both of Ft. Worth, TX and Dr. Todd Young of Michigan; 23 great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Services were December 16, 1999 at Cornwell Chapel, Danville, AR with Dr. James W, Young officiating. Interment was in Chickalah Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. Pallbearers were, Mike Kilgore, Larry Kilgore, Rick Belcher, Bruce Belcher, Ryan Holland and Dr. Todd Young, (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 22, 1999)

Robbins, Elmer Lee

Elmer Lee Robbins, 86 of Belleville, passed away Monday, March 3rd, 1997 at his home in Belleville. He was born in Waveland, Arkansas on July 5, 1910, son of the late Jim and Fannie Moore Robbins. He was a retired farmer and a retired Belleville school bus driver, he has been a member for 40 years and a deacon of the Upper Spring Creek Freewill Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Enid Robbins, a daughter, Helen Watson, three stepsons, Loye Joe McDonald, Lynn McDonald, Jerry McDonald, a great granddaughter, Jennifer Patton, a brother, James Robbins, and a sister, Norene Johnson.

Survivors include his wife, Wahneta Robbins, a daughter, Betty Patton of Story, two stepsons, Bill McDonald of Springdale, and Kent McDonald of Kansas. A sister, Edidth Griffith of Springdale, nine grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Thursday March 6, 1997 at 9:00 a. m. at the Upper Spring Creek Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Paul Newton and Reverend Earl Stapleton officiating Burial will be at 2:30 p. m. on Thursday, in Silent Grove Cemetery in Springdale, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Delvis Taylor, Dean Catlett, Ethred Elmore, Harlon Patton, John Hastings, Bill Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers will be Dick Falbo, Jack Taylor, Waymond Sherrill, Dale Knight, David Laster, and Quinton Yancy and nursing staff at John Ed Chambers Memorial Hospital Family visitation Wednesday 6 to 8 p. m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 5, 1997)

Robbins, James H.

Waveland man ends life by jumping into spillway - James H. Robbins, 63, of Waveland, ended his life Friday, April 16, 1948, by jumping into the whirlpool water of the spillway below Blue Mountain Dam.

Both his wife and Dr. E. O. Underwood, who were with him at the time, tried to restrain him, but he broke their hold and jumped 35 feet into the swirling water they reported to undertakers and officers. The body was recovered a short time later about 100 yards downstream, after guards had closed the floodgates. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, April 22, 1948)

Robbins, Jesse D.

Jesse D. Robbins, age 92, of Ola, Arkansas formerly of Prattsville, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at his home. He was born June 12, 1921 in Hot Springs, Arkansas the son of the late J.A. and Ella (Hargis) Robbins. Mr. Robbins proudly served our nation in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Robbins retired after being employed as a bookkeeper and accountant for several different companies that were owned by his late brother in the state of Michigan. Preceding Mr. Robbins in death were his parents; his wife, Odessa (Buie) Robbins; two brothers; and one sister. Mr.

Robbins is survived by his sons, Dwight Stuckey of Prattsville, Arkansas and Micheal Ellison of Bryant, Arkansas; daughters, Beverly Meredith of Story, Arkansas and Sharon Walker of Ola, Arkansas; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Robbins is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other extended family members and many friends that will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be 12:30-2:00 P.M., prior to the funeral service which will begin at 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 7, 2013 at Buie Funeral Home in Sheridan, Arkansas with the Reverend Rick Etheridge officiating. Pallbearers for the service will be Dakota Graves, Frankie Foster, Gary Shoptaw, Donald Ellis, Gene Earnest, and Russell Fleharty. Interment will follow at Philadelphia Cemetery at Prattsville, Arkansas. Express your condolences at our online website: www.buiefuneralhome.com Arrangements Entrusted to: Buie Funeral Home & Crema- tory of Sheridan 1301 S.Rock St. Sheridan, AR. 72150 (870) 942-3231 Email: Buiclhfo-.aol.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Oct 9, 2013)

Robbins, Sallie

Mrs. Sallie Robbins, aged 83, died at her home in Blue Mountain Monday, May 22 and was laid to rest in the Blue Mountain cemetery.

Services were conducted by Rev. Poindexter, of Magazine.

Survivors include two sons, Arthur and Jim Robbins, three daughters, Mrs. Ella Harger, Mrs. Wilma Rector and Mrs. Ruth Chappel, all of the Moore's community. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Smith Funeral home. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on May or Jun 1939)

Robbins, Wahneta

Wahneta Robbins, age 94 of the Spring Creek Community died Saturday, June 30, 2001 Chambers Memorial Hospital in Danville, AR. She was born on December 23, 1906 in the Spring Creek community, Yell County, AR. to the late Bartley Coleman and Nellie Haney Elmore. She was a mother, homemaker and a charter member of the Upper Spring Creek Free Will Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Cecil McDonald, her second husband, Elmer Lee Robbins, sons, Loye Joe McDonald Cecil Lynn McDonald and Jerry Vernon McDonald, step-daughter, Helen Watson, step- granddaughter, Jennifer Patton, brothers, Odell Elmore, Vernon Elmore and sister, Lola Smith.

Survivors are, two sons, Bill McDonald of Springdale, AR and Kent McDonald of Oletha, KS; step-daughter, Betty Patton of Story, AR; nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren.

Funeral service was July 3, at the Upper Spring Creek Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Newton and Rev. Earl Stapleton officiating. Burial was in the Upper Spring Creek Cemetery, Belleville. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. Pallbearers were Dean Catlett, Ethred Elmore, Harlon Pattern, Ed David, Waymon Sherrill and Delvis Taylor. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, July 4, 2001)

Robbins, William F.

William F. Robbins, age 94, of HOT. SPRINGS, a retired master mechanic, died Thursday. (5-28-1987) Robbins was a member of Highland Heights Baptist Church, Benton, and was a veteran of World War I.

Graveside service will be at 2 p. m. today at Buckville Cemetery, Garland County, by Ray F Robbins. Burial will be by Gross Funeral Home.

Survivors are four sons, Ray Robbins of Little Rock, Gene Robbins and Clyde Robbins, both of Calif. and Clark Robbins of Grevenvicht, the Netherlands; a daughter, Mrs. Sylvia Eagles of Little Rock; a brother, Winford Robbins of Little Rock; a sister, Mrs. Ena Sheffield of Port Huenme, Calif.; nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 5/28/1987)

Roberson, Billy Jean

Billy Jean Roberson, age 55, of Rover died March 4, 1986 at the Yell County Hospital. He was a native of Havana, a timber worker, the son of the late Deck and Ida Mae Owens Roberson, and a member of the Free Will Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Roberson; two sons, Bo Roberson of Rover, and Gary Roberson of Danville; one daughter, Mrs. Cathy Stokes of Rover; one brother, Olean Roberson of Booneville; six sisters, Oma Reagan of Little Rock, Alma Busby of Havana, Lillian Hopkins of Hot Springs, Vivian Gann of Van Buren, Bonnie Starling of Weed, CA and Thelma Hise of Booneville.

Funeral services were held at the Rover Baptist Church Thursday afternoon with the Rev. Claude Miles officiating. Interment was at the Rover Cemetery. Arrangements and services were in care of the Cornwell Funeral Service. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, Newspaper: , 1986)

Roberson, Billy Jean

Roberson, Billy Jean (Memory Card)

IN MEMORY OF Billy Jean Roberson

DATE OF BIRTH May 24, 1930

DATE OF DEATH March 4, 1986

PLACE AND TIME OF SERVICE Thursday, March 6, 1986, 2:00 P. M., Rover Baptist Church, Rover, Arkansas

OFFICIATING Rev. Claude Miles

INTERMENT Rover Cemetery, Rover, Arkansas

UNDER THE DIRECTION OF Cornwell Funeral Home Danville, Arkansas (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 3/4/1986)

Roberson, Carolin Jane Clausing

Carolin Jane Clausing Roberson, age 54 of Rover, died Monday, November 24, 2003 at Rover. She was born January 7, 1949, in Altamont, Illinois to the late Carl Ulrick and Ella Anna Hannom Clausing. She was a graduate of the Altamont Lutheran School, a poultry grower, cattle farmer, member of the Lady Auxiliary VFW Plainview Post 8525, member of the Rover Volunteer Fire Department, and Onyx Trail Hunting Club.

She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Gerry Heath.

Survivors include her husband, Bo Roberson; a daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Paul Hudkins of Hope, AR; stepson and daughter-in-law, Terry Gene & Tommy Jean Roberson of Rover, step daughters and son-in-law, Billie and Anthony Fowler of Mesa, AZ, Bobbie Roberson of Mesa, AZ; six grandchildren, Brett Fowler, Breeanna Fowler, Blakelynn Roberson of Mesa, AZ, Mallory Jane Hudkins of Hope, AR, Justine and Dustin Roberson of Rover, AR; mother-in-law, Betty Roberson of Rover; a brother, Steve Johnston of Dardanelle; a sister, Yvonne Johnston of Dardanelle; nephew, Jeremy Johnston of Dardanelle; a nieces, Jennifer Johnston of Dardanelle, Janet Lynn Roberson Smith of Plainview; sister-in-law, Cathy Heath of Rover; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gary and Brigitte Roberson of Rover; special friend, Verlon Potter. Pallbearers were Ronnie Crawford, Sonny Lofland, Ken Tucker, Paul Hudkins, Gary Roberson, and John Holder. Honorary were Dean Smith, James Potter.

Funeral service was Saturday, November 29, 2003 at the Rover First Baptist Church with Rev. Elvin McDill officiating. Interment was in Hunts Chapel Cemetery, Rover. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 3, 2003)

Roberson, Dan

Dan Roberson, 71, of Jessieville went to be with his heavenly Father and beloved wife of 36 years, Brenda Kay Roberson on July 13, 2013. He was born January 12, 1942 in Little Texas, Arkansas to Harvey and Elsie Roberson. Dan was a member of Jessieville Baptist Church and retired from Weyerhaeuser after 37 years of service. He was a kind and gentle man that gave more to others than he ever would ask in return. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who loved the outdoors and everything about God's creation including Jessieville Football. Dan was a loving and devoted family man. His pride and joy was his garden that he would plant, nurture, harvest and share with others every year. Dan was dearly loved and his gentle spirit will live on through his many friends and family. He is predeceased by his parents; wife, Brenda Kay Roberson; sister, Martha Roberson Defore; brothers, R.B. and R.C. Roberson; and grandson, James Dakota Wiles.

Dan is survived by daughters, Patty James and Beverlie Davis of Jessieville; grandchildren, Kelly Miller, Kaitlyn Fry, Skyler Smead and Joshauh Bolton; brothers, Newt Roberson, Jim Roberson (Vicky) and Tommy Roberson (Mary); sister, Mary Blackwell (Douglas); brothers-in-law, Bud James (Pansy) and W.C. James (Viola); and special friends, Denzil Davis, Jimmy Brown and Grover Graves.

Funeral service was July 20, 2013 with burial in Shiloh Cemetery. Pallbearers included Johnny Summitt, Scott James, Billy Roberson, Gene Blackwell, Donald Ray Blackwell, Kelly Miller and Joe Dashaun. The family would like to thank everyone who helped with the endless hours in the search for Dan; the Garland and Perry County Law Enforcements, Arkansas Game and Fish, Jessieville Fire Department, F.B.I. and all volunteers. Also thanks for the food, prayers and visits from friends and church families. Arrangements are under the care of Caruth Village Funeral Home; guests may register at www.caruth-hale.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on July 24, 2013)

Roberson, Dan

Roberson, Elsie Elizabeth

Elsie Elizabeth Roberson, age 88, of Bluffton, AR died Wednesday, August 16, 2000 at Mitchell Nursing Home in Danville, AR. She was a member of the Mulberry Free Will Baptist Church and a homemaker and mother.

Survivors include two daughters, Martha Defoor of Harvey, AR and Mary Blackwell of Jessieville, AR; two adopted daughters, Lasonia Brooks and Barbara Austin; four sons, Newt Roberson of Bluffton, AR, Dan Roberson of Jessieville, AR, Jim Roberson of Bluffton, AR and Tommy Roberson of Waldron, AR; one brother, Bob Brown of Waldron, AR; 17 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was August 18, 2000 at Mulberry Free Will Baptist Church with burial at Parks Cemetery at Nola, AR under the direction of Martin Funeral Home of Waldron, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 23, 2000)

Roberson, Jackie Leon

Jackie Leon Roberson, age 67 of Pottsville, AR died Tuesday, May 1, 2004 at his home in Pottsville, AR after a long and courageous battle with diabetes. He was born January 17, 1937 in Clarksville. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and Bright Star Lodge 213 and a 32 Degree Mason. He retired from Hudson Foods in Hope after twenty-years as a refrigerator maintenance man.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Moore Roberson; his mother, Laura Roberson of Dardanelles his father and step-mother, Leon and Loretta Roberson of Delaware; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Ronnie and Mary Lynn Roberson of Little Rock; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Lauretta Tedford and Patti and James Salkeld both of Conway and Ann Claypool of Dardanelle, AR; stepson, Michael Driver of Dover; two step daughters, Marian McLaughlin of Dover and Cindy Pfeifer of Dardanelle; six grandchildren and several nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Service was May 13, 2004 at Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Rev. Randy Findley. Interment was in Brearley Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Dardanelle, AR. Pallbearers were David Roberson, Kent Roberson, Corey Tedford, Michael Driver, Randy Pfeifer and Chuck McLaughlin. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, May 19, 2004)

Roberson, Laura

Laura Roberson of Dardanelle died March 6, 2008 at the age of 89. She was born February 24, 1919 at Clarksville to Jack and Bessie Cook. She was a retired USDA Poultry Inspector and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Dardanelle. Laura was a devoted mother who liked to sew, making all kinds of handwork, especially quilts.

She is preceded in death by her father, mother, and one brother, Phil Cook; son, Jackie Roberson; grandchild, Eric Ted-ford; and son-in-law, Sonny Tedford.

She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Ronnie and Mary Lynn Roberson of Little Rock; three daughters and a son-in-law, Lauretta Tedford, Patti and James Salkeld, all of Conway, Ann Claypool of Dardanelle; step-brother, George Findley of Clarksville; nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle, with Kelly Pearson officiating. Burial was in Brearley Cemetery, Dardanelle. In addition to flowers, Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720 or First Presbyterian Church in Dardanelle, 200 North 2nd, Dardanelle, AR 72834. Pallbearers were Kent Roberson, David Roberson, Jeff Roberson, Corey Tedford, Kenneth Johnson, and Claudie Bly. Honorary pallbearers were Bill Millard, J. W. Bly, Lawrence Vaughn and Ricky Whitecotton. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 12, 2008)

Roberson, Leon Frank

Leon Frank Roberson, age 100, of Delaware, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015 at River Valley Medical Center in Dardanelle. He was born September 28, 1914 in Delaware, Arkansas to the late Frank and Mattie (Rollans) Roberson. He was a retired truck driver.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Jackie Roberson; a grandson Eric Tedford; a son-in-law, Sonny Tedford; 3 brothers; 3 sisters.

Survivors include his wife, Loretta (Roulston) Roberson of Delaware and 4 children, Patti Salkeld and husband James of Conway, Lauretta Tedford of Conway, Ann Claypool of Dardanelle, and Ronnie Roberson of Little Rock; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren Funeral services was held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 28 at Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Pastor Kelly Pearson officiating. Burial was at Brearley Cemetery, Dardanelle. Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Apr 29, 2015)

Roberson, Lester Deck

Lester Deck Roberson, age 72 of Wing died March 24 in a hospital in Danville. He was a retired farmer and a native of Yell County.

Survivors include his widow Mrs. Ida Mae Roberson; two sons, Olean Roberson of Booneville and Gene Roberson of Dover; six daughters, Mrs. Oma Reagan of Little Rock, Mrs. Alma Barnett of Havana, Mrs. Lilliam Ingram of Mountain Pine, Mrs. Vivian Richards of Ft. Smith, Mrs. Bonnie Starling of California and Mrs. Thelma Hise of Booneville; three brothers, Lum Roberson of California, Lee Roberson of Havana and Everett Roberson of Van Buren; 24 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held March 26 in the Assembly of God Church at Havana. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Apr 1964)

Roberson, Matt

Mr. Matt Roberson, 55, near Waveland, died Friday and was buried Saturday in the Havana cemetery after services by Rev. E. A. Justus in the Assembly of God Church. The flowers were many and beautiful. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Mar 22, 1942)

Roberson, Veaora

Veaora Roberson, age 69, of Bluffton, AR died Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Waldron Nursing Home. She was born December 20, 1940 in Gravelly, AR to the late Richard and Ona Moncrief Jennings. She was a member of the Jubilee Church in Waldron.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years Harvey "Newt" Roberson; children and spouses, Lanny Robertson of Jessieville, LaDonna Franklin and Gretta Millard both of Waldron and Valerie Abernathy of Bluffton; 10 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brothers, W. C. James of Clarkton, MO, Dewey James of Jessieville and Daniel Ingle of Bluffton and sisters Brenda Roberson of Jessieville, Betty Morris of Harvey and Mary Hunt of Waldron.

Funeral service was March 27, 2010 al the Mulberry Free Will Baptist Church with Michael Jordon and David Riker officiating. Burial was in Parks Cemetery. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville. AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 31, 2010)

Roberts, - Infant daughter -

The infant daughter of Billy Ray and Betty Christmas Roberts, residents of Danville, died day of birth, November 9, at a Russellville hospital.

Survivors other than the parents include a half brother, Buddy Ray Roberts of Havana; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Elizzie Roberts of Danville; and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Christmas of Casa. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Nov 1964)

Roberts, Aubrey L.

Aubrey L. Roberts, age 90, of Russellville, AR died Friday, August 16, 2002 at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Russellville. He was born November 13, 1911 in Dardanelle to the late Fleming Lewis and Sara Evelyn Adcock Roberts. He was a painter.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Kitty Gail Roberts; a daughter, Nancy Morphis; a brother, Roy Roberts and a sister, Eva Roberts.

Survivors are his wife, Juanita Hardin Roberts; a daughter and son-in-law, Jerry Ronald Trigg of Russellville; three grandchildren and spouses, Brigitte & Gary Roberson of Rover, AR, Lisa Nelson of Atkins, AR and Laura & Don McGuire of London; three great grandchildren and four step great-grandchildren.

Services were August 19, 2002 at Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Kenneth Morphis officiating. Interment was in New Hope Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Dardanelle, AR. Pallbearers were Gary Roberson, Tim Smith, Tracy Roberts, Don McQuire, Charles Craig III and Lloyd Cates. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 21, 2002)

Roberts, Bobby Joe

Bobby Joe Roberts, Sr. age 55, of Danville, AR died Sunday, March 22, 1998 at his home. He was born August 15, 1942 in Havana, AR to the late Jake and Francis Busbey Roberts. He was a farmer.

Survivors include his wife, Wanda Hestilow Roberts; a son, Bobby Roberts Jr. of Belleville; three daughters, Francis Roberts and Belinda Davis both of Ola and Teresa Roberts; step-son, Steven Dunnam of Havana; two stepdaughters, Angela Hestilow of Ranger and Carman Dunnam of Danville; two brothers, Billy Roberts of Russellville and Loyd Roberts of Little Rock; four sisters, Grade Hamby of Booneville, Wanda Black of Dardanelle, Ruthy McKinney of Blytheville and Annie George of California; and 15 grandchildren.

Graveside service will be today, Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at 2 pm. at Moss Creek Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 25, 1998)

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