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Nathalie Fryar Smith, age 83, of Havana went to be with the Lord Monday, March 19, 2012 at Mitchell's Nursing Home. She was born June 15, 1928 to William Thomas "Will" & Winnie Springfield Baughn Fryar at Corinth, Arkansas. On June 5, 1948 she married the love of her life Lonnie Smith.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, brother, Udell Fryar and sisters, Pauline Eudy and Willa Dale Buckman.
She is survived by her daughters, Pasty Fredrick of Havana and Debbie Phillips of Danville; grandsons Alan "Wade" Fredrick, Nathan Marcus Phillips and Ryan Thomas Phillips; sister Marie Mosely and Boyce; brothers-in-law Harold Smith and Ada Sue of Dardanelle and Glen Buckman of Belleville; sister-in-law Florene Smith of Mena; nieces and nephews and a host of lifelong friends.
Funeral service was March 22, 2012 at Havana First Baptist Church. Burial was at Havana Cemetery. Pallbearers included Bill Eudy, Kenny Smith, Chris Buckman, Mike Smith, Jake Smith and Keith Smith. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Mar 28, 2012)
Nathalie Fryar Smith age 83 of Havana went to be with the Lord Monday, March 19, 2012 at Mitchell's Nursing Home. She was born June 15, 1928 to William Thomas "Will" & Winnie Springfield Baughn Fryar at Corinth, Arkansas. On June 5, 1948, she married the love of her life Lonnie Smith.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, brother Udell Fryar and sisters Pauline Eudy and Willa Dale Buckman.
She is survived by her daughters Pasty Fredrick of Havana and Debbie Phillips of Danville; grandsons Alan "Wade" Fredrick , Nathan Marcus Phillips and Ryan Thomas Phillips; sister Marie Mosely and Boyce; brothers-in-law Harold Smith and Ada Sue of Dardanelle and Glen Buckman of Belleville; sister-in-law Florene Smith of Mena; nieces and nephews and a host of lifelong friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 22, 2012 at Havana First Baptist Church. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Havana Cemetery. Pallbearers include Bill Eudy, Kenny Smith, Chris Buckman, Mike Smith, Jake Smith and Keith Smith. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Her obituary was published 20 Mar 2012, On-Line at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com. )
Nathalie Smith, age 83, of Danville, formerly of Havana, passed away Monday, March 19, 2012.
Funeral service will be Thursday, March 22 at 2 pm at the Havana First Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Havana Cemtery. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5 to 7 at the Cornwell Funeral Home in Danville. Sec complete obit next issue. Online guestbook and condolences at www.comwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Mar 21, 2012)
In Memory of Nathan E. Smith Friday, August 30, 2002 7:00 p. m.
Our Saviour's United Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, ll60193 (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 8/30/2002)
Okla Cummins Smith, age 90, a resident of Plainview, AR died Saturday, June 1, 1996 at Mitchell's Nursing Home at Danville. She was born on October 6, 1905 at Atkins, AR to William and Nettie Younger Cummins. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Plainview Church of Christ.
She was the widow of the late Chester A. Smith, and preceded in death by two sons, William Reich, Joe W. Smith and one grandson, Billy Reich, one brother, Olin Cummins; two sisters, Erma Hamilton and Arkie Watson.
Survivors include one son, Charles H. Smith of Plainview; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was Tuesday, June 4, 1996 at the Plainview Church of Christ officiated by Leland Hall and assisted by Marvin Catlett. Burial was at the Salem Cemetery at Plainview. Casket bearers were Wayne Smith, Bobby Smith, Kenny Smith, Dennis Smith, David Fowler, Bently Smith and Brandon Smith. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 6/1/1996)
Ola Mae Smith, age 64, a resident of Plainview, AR died Friday, December 26, 1997 at her home. She was born on July 5, 1933 at Benton, AR to Edward and Donnilee (Foster) Flood. She was an owner and operator of the Plainview Cafe. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW and a member of the First Baptist Church of Plainview.
She was preceded in death by one son, Ronnie Charles Smith.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Smith of Plainview, AR; two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenny and Benita Smith and Bobby and Michelle Smith all of Plainview, AR; four grandsons, Bentley, Brandon, Tyler and Colton; two granddaughters, Becky Mae Fowler and Amanda Smith; one brother, Clarence Flood of Perryville, AR; two sisters, Peggy Miller of Colorado Springs, CO and Juanita Boyce of Plainview, AR; also several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was December 29, 1997 at the First Baptist Church of Plainview officiated by Rev. Dairy 1 Harris. Burial was in the Salem Cemetery at Plainview. Casketbearers were Dennis Smith, Robert Lee Smith, John Holder, Charlie Lawrence, Phillip Forrest and Joe Dishongh. Honorary Chad Turner and Paul Miller III. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 31, 1997)
Opal Lee Smith, age 91 of Tulsa, died Monday evening, May 6, 2002, at 11:45 p. m. He was born November 12, 1910 in Blue Ball (Dutch Creek), Arkansas, the son of Reuben Frank Smith and Donnie Artie Jamerson Smith. He retired from American Airlines in 1975 where he was employed as a welder for 23 years.
On April 29, 1935, he married Pauline Evelyn Ladd in Dardanelle, Arkansas. They celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary prior to his death.
His wife and three children, Franklin Rudolph Smith, Marigold Smith and Carolyn Ann Bruner survive him. His grandchildren also survive him Damon Loyd Smith of Owasso, Justin Wayne Smith of Yerington, NV, Kimberly Li Johnson, Juli Denette Forte, Lisa Dawn Hicks, Lori Lynn Radcliffe, Brett Sterling Forte, all of Mesa, AZ, Melanie Fawn Fowler, Michael Travis Bruner and Mark Dustin Bruner, all of Broken Arrow. 23 grandchildren; two great, grandchildren. Opal was predeceased by his great grandchild, Kendall; Keegan Smith.
He lived a life of simplicity, teaching each of us love, honor, integrity and dedication by the example he set. He will be greatly missed by all; that knew and loved him.
Graveside services, officiated by Reverend Henry Schneider were held on Friday, May 10. 2002 at Floral Haven Cemetery, Broken Arrow, OK. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, May 29, 2002)
Otis W. Smith, aged 44, of Ft. Smith, died Sunday morning at St. Edwards's hospital in Ft. Smith. He was a native of Yell County, an insurance representative and a member of the Baptist Church.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Fanny Wilson Smith of Danville; his wife, Johnnie Myra Smith; a daughter, Jo Ann Greb of Ft. Smith; and one brother, Wayne Smith of Ft. Smith. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on March 1963)
Otis W. Smith, aged 44, of Ft. Smith, died Sunday morning at St. Edwards's hospital in Ft. Smith. He was a native of Yell County, an insurance representative and a member of the Baptist Church.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Fanny Wilson Smith of Danville; his wife, Johnnie Myra Smith; a daughter, Jo Ann Greb of Ft. Smith; and one brother, Wayne Smith of Ft. Smith. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on March 1963)
Patience Smith, the wife of Achilles Smith, and daughter of John and Jemima Sappington, was born near Lexington, Ky., March, 1799, and died in St. Francois County, Mo., July 12, 1859.
When a small girl, with her parents, she came to St. Louis County, Mo., where she lived for several years, and in January, 1821, was married to her now bereaved husband. In the spring of 1831, they removed to St. Francois County, where they lived till her death.
In the year 1834, the subject of this notice was converted under the ministry of the Rev. John Thomas and Joined the M.E. Church, South, and remained a faithful and exemplary member of the same till called to her reward. Though long and severely she suffered, with meek submission she bore it, and when the hour of dissolution came, she died as the pious one dies --- in hope of eternal life. She leaves a husband and several children, most of whom, directly or indirectly, promised to meet her in heaven. "Oh may we meet at Jesus' feet And meet to part no more." July 19th, 1859 H. N. WATTS. St. Louis Christian Advocate [Published by a committee for the Methodist Episcopal Church, South), Volume IX ----Number 31, St. Louis, Thursday, August 4, 1859, page 4, column 4] (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Mary Fowler Leek, Newspaper: St. Louis Christian Advocate, 08-4-1859)
Patricia L. Smith, age 36, of Dardanelle, AR died Tuesday, December 7, 1999 at her home. She was born September 25, 1963 in Arkansas City, KS to the late Joe Edd and Betty Wiggley Smith. She was a member of the Baptist Church and a supervisor for Dodge Phillips Mines in Morincy, AZ.
She was preceded in death by, grandparents, William R. and Inez Smith and Lifus and Alice Wiggley.
Survivors include, two brothers, John Smith of Slo-Fork, AR and Mickey Smith of Alaska; a sister, Rhonda Burfield of Ola; Aunts and Uncles, Bill and Rene Smith of Grass Valley, CA, Earl and Ann Smith of Danville, AR, Kenneth Davenport of Dardanelle, AR, Clara Sanders of Hector, AR, Margie and Hugh Eldridge, Birta, AR and Geneva and Bill Homes of Casa, AR and a nephew, Darren Burfield of Ola,
Graveside service was Friday, December 10 at the Birta Cemetery by the Rev. Don Rose. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Service of Dardanelle, AR. Pallbearers were, John Smith, Kenny Emery, Danny Burfield, Kevin Irwin, Hugh Eldridge, Bill Holmes, William Smith and Kenneth Davenport. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 15, 1999)
DARDANELLE - Patsy Love Smith, 76, of Dardanelle departed this life on Thursday, February 27, 2014, at Baptist Medical Center. She was born August 22, 1937, at Dardanelle to the late Aubry Love and Zelma Shepherd Smith. She was a retired bank teller for River Town Bank and a member of the Grace Baptist Church in Russellville. She loved her animals, gardening, making crafts and flower arrangements.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include one sister, Phyllis Chronister and husband Calvin of Dardanelle; one nephew, Clinton Chronister and wife Yvonne of Russellville and one great niece, Elizabeth Chronister of Russellville.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, March 3, 2014, at Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Rev. Paul Seay officiating. Burial will be in Brearley Cemetery in Dardanelle. Pallbearers include Ron Taylor, Tom Berryhill, Trey Simmons, Tommy Richardson, Charles Rector and William Ellis. Honorary pallbearers include present and former employees of River Town Bank. Visitation will be conducted from 2-4 p.m. today at the chapel. Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,The Courier Newspaper, Russellville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Mar 3, 2014)
Paul Dean Smith, age 75, died Friday, August 27, 2010, at his home in Havana.
Funeral services will be Thursday, September 2 at 10:00 a. m. at the Havana First Baptist Church with Jeff Smith and John McCourt officiating. Interment will be in Havana Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight, Wednesday, September 1, 5-7 p. m. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. See full obituary in next week's issue. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 1, 2010)
*****Paul Dean Smith, age 75, died Friday, August 27, 2010, at his home in Havana. He was born September 20, 1934, in Havana, AR to the late Irvin and Liza Allen Smith. He retired after 42 years as crew chief mechanic for American Airlines. He was a member of the Arrow Heights Baptist Church in Broken Arrow, OK and attended Havana First Baptist Church. He was a member of the Havana City Council for 13 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two grandsons, Caleb and Joel Smith; and a brother, Deward Smith.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Audrey Fern Smith; two sons and daughter-in-law, Mike Smith of Havana, Rocky and Jeannie Smith of Porter, OK; daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Robert Kitch of Jenks, OK; brother and sister-in-law, Donnie and Joyce Smith of Ft. Smith; brothers-in-law and sisters- in-law, Melba and Doyle Barrick of Danville, Chloe and Charley Ward of Magazine, Jim and Betty Shott of Booneville; nine grandchildren, Jacob Smith, Shane Robertson, Oliver Smith, Levi Smith, Austin Bulwin, Misty and Brandon Harris, Amber Smith and Coral Smith.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 2 at the Havana First Baptist Church with Jeff Smith and John McCourt officiating. Interment was in Havana Cemetery. Pallbearers were his grandsons, Jacob Smith, Shane Robertson, Oliver Smith, Levi Smith, Brandon Harris, and Austin Bulwin. Honorary pallbearers were past and present members of the Havana City Council, Rick Bryant, Wick Stapleton, Tom Ernest, Lynn Burrows and Robert Harvey. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 8, 2010)
Pauline Evelyn Ladd Smith, 98, of Tulsa, OK passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2015. She was born December 7, 1916, in Waltreak, AR to Luther L. Ladd and Willie Mab Page Ladd. Her greatest joy was her family. She created a warm and welcoming home where she prepared wonderful meals, canned vegetables from her garden and went fishing every chance she had.
Pauline is survived by her son, Rudy Smith and his wife, JoAnn of Skiatook, OK; daughter, Marigold Smith of Mesa, AZ; and daughter, Carolyn Bruner and husband Gerald of Broken Arrow, OK. Additionally, she is survived by 10 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by husband, Opal Lee Smith, 4 brothers and 3 sisters, and 1 great grandchild.
Funeral services were held on Friday, April 24, 2015, with burial beside her husband in Floral Haven Cemetery, Broken Arrow, OK. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on May 6, 2015)
Pearl Teal Smith, age 99, daughter of the late David and Theodocia Smith Teal. She was born in the Cedar Creek Community, September 11, 1905 and attended Belleville Academy. She married Reuben Vandiver Smith August 5, 1924. She was a lifelong Methodist, a reporter for Mount Magazine Rural Record, a member of the Home demonstration club. She worked as a cook for the Atherton Baptist Homes of Alhambra in California until her retirement. Her main interests were her church where she was a member of the J. O. C Class in Alhambra and the United Methodist Women in Dardanelle. She was well traveled and enjoyed entertaining her family and friends. She loved her pets and was interested in the welfare of all animals.
She is survived by her daughter, Virginia Lievsay of Danville; a niece, Jewel Holland of Pittsburg, Kansas; and several cousins. She was greatly admired by all who had the privilege of her friendship, both in California and in Yell County, and her presence will be missed in the years ahead.
Cornwell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement, interment in Smith Cemetery, Havana, on land homesteaded by her ancestors. Reverend Earl Stapleton officiated at Cornwell Chapel in Danville on Monday. Pallbearers were James D. Lievsay, Raymond Smith, Sam Crow, Ray Pritchard, Gordon Apple, and Tommy Fink. Honorary pallbearers were Truman Smith, Jr. David McVay, and Richard Lane. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 22, 2004)
Peggy Smith, 8, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Smith of Aly, was killed Thursday when a truck accidentally backed over her as she was playing with two other children. State Trooper Richard Powell said the children were playing in a chicken house owned by the Smiths when a truck delivering wood shavings for the floor backed into the house. The truck was driven by Charles H. Anderson of Rover, Powell said.
Survivors besides her parents include two sisters, Linda Faye and Lesia; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Stokes.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the Church of God at Muddy with Rev. Bert Bashaw officiating. Burial was in the Reed Cemetery [Montgomery County] at Muddy. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Jul 1965)
Peggy Smith, 8, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Smith of Aly, was killed Thursday when a truck accidentally backed over her as she was playing with two other children. State Trooper Richard Powell said the children were playing in a chicken house owned by the Smiths when a truck delivering wood shavings for the floor backed into the house. The truck was driven by Charles H. Anderson of Rover, Powell said.
Survivors besides her parents include two sisters, Linda Faye and Lesia; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Stokes.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the Church of God at Muddy with Rev. Bert Bashaw officiating. Burial was in the Reed Cemetery [Montgomery County] at Muddy. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Jul 1965)
Ray Smith, age 58, of Dardanelle (formerly of Rogers) died Tuesday at National Park Hospital, Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was born May 7, 1944 at Dardanelle; he was the son of Rosie Weaver Smith and the late Gilbert Smith. He was a route salesman and farmer.
He was preceded in death by his father; 2 daughters, Patty Kimberly June Smith; and a sister, Mary Alice Smith.
Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Molz Smith of Dardanelle; a son, Billy Ray Smith & his wife, Yvette of Farmington; a daughter, Kelly Patricia Keys of Russellville; his mother, Rosie Weaver Smith of Dardanelle; a sister, Joan Collins of Dardanelle; 2 step-sons, John Howard Deyo of Rogers & Anthony Kent Denise Dale of Crystal Beach, TX; 8 grandchildren, and 1 great granddaughter.
Funeral services were Friday, November 15, 2002 at Dardanelle Assembly of God with the Rev. Jay Dockens, Rev. Dick Rogers officiating. Interment was in Brearley Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Dino, Jamie Jonathan Collins, Donnie Ward, John Howard and Anthony Deyo. Honorary were Carl Webster and Ronnie Ward. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 20, 2002)
Regina H. Smith, 87, of North Little Rock passed away July 2nd, 2009. She was born in Belleville, AR to the late Clyde and Nellie Bowden) Harkness on April 22, 1922. This special Mom, Granny, and Great Granny will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald J. Smith.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary Jo Herring of North Little Rock; two grandsons Steve (Mandy) Herring of North Little Rock and Mike Herring of Dallas, Texas; four grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; two brothers Bill Harkness of North Little Rock and Jim Harkness of Little Rock and a host of extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Graveside service July 3rd, 2009 at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock, Arkansas. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, July 8, 2009)
Robert Lee (Rube) Smith, 79 of Plainview, passed away April 7, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. Robert was born April 2, 1933 in Plainview to Allen and Jessie Staggs Smith. He was a life- long member of Plainview Church of Christ and attended Plainview School. With the exception of leaving on separate occasions for work opportunities as a young man, Robert lived his entire life in Plainview. He always returned to the place he loved to call home, often telling people that he lived the majority of his life within one-quarter mile of his birthplace. Robert married Lola Marie Hance on October 17, 1959. He worked as a logger in his early years. From 1964 - 1984, Robert and Lola owned and operated Smith Texaco in Plainview. In 1984, Robert began working for Plainview- Rover Schools in maintenance and as a bus driver. He loved his jobs and took great pride in his work until his retirement in 2006. He cherished the summers spent camping, boating and skiing on Lake Nimrod, gardening, mowing his lawn, and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Lola; son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Margo Smith of Plainview; daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and Phillip Smith of Marshall, Texas; grandsons, Cody and Josh Smith of Plainview and Clay Smith of Marshall, Texas; brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Cleva Smith; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Nell and Larry Bates, all of Plainview; his brothers-in-law and sisters- in-law of the Hance family; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Betty Lou Smith and Peggy Sue Smith Stewart. A celebration of Robert's life was held April 10, 2012 at Plainview Church of Christ with Bro. Butch Gossett and Bro. Tristan Stamps officiating.
Burial was at Salem Cemetery. Pallbearers were Cody Smith, Josh Smith, Clay Smith, Richard Smith, Steve Smith, Tim Smith, Jimmy Cunningham, John Hogue, and Steve Dixon. Memorials may be made to Yell County Hospice, c/o Emily Chism, P.O. Box 628, Danville, Arkansas 72833 or a charity of your choice. Online guest book and condolences www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Apr 11, 2012)
Rose Mary Smith, age 45, of Hot Springs, AR died Wednesday, November 9, 2005 in a Hot Springs Hospital. She was born September 29, 1960 in Danville, AR. She was a graduate of Havana High School, mother and homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her father, Joel Clinton Womack.
Survivors include her mother and step-father, Lila Marie and Bobby Joe James of Havana, AR; a son, Zach Smith of Russellville, AR; four sisters, Sarah Shepherd and Linda Womack both of Emerson, AR, Bobbie James of Havana, AR and Barbara James of Fayetteville, AR; four brothers, Danny Womack of Belleville, AR, David Womack of Tulsa, OK, Ricky James of Danville, AR and Ernie James of Havana, AR; also included are several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service was held November 12, 2005 at the Havana Methodist Church with Brandi Sanderson officiating. Burial was in the Chickalah Hill Cemetery in Chickalah, AR. Honorary pallbearers were Danny and David Womack and Ricky and Ernie James. In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the American Diabetes Society of the American Cancer Society of your choice. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, November 16, 2005)
Mrs. Rosie Smith of Quinton, Okla. died Sunday, September 10, 1950 at her home after a months illness.
Besides her husband, survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Fredda Morse of Harrah, Okla., Mrs. Ida Nobles of Oklahoma City, Mrs. Clyde Carter of Danville, Mrs. Vera Cook of Quinton, Okla., Mrs. Veda, Conway; three sons, Claud Smith of McAlester, Carl Smith of Annapolis, Calif., and Earshel Smith of Modesto, Calif. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, September 21, 1950)
Rosie Jewel Weaver Smith, age 87 of Dardanelle, died Sunday, January 6, 2008 at Legacy Lodge Nursing Home. She was born June 27, 1920 at Casa to the late Harvey and Nettie Smith Weaver.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Smith; son, Orvil Ray Smith; granddaughter, Patti Smith; sister, Erne Bond.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Dean Collins of Dardanelle; brother, Marvin Weaver of Roseburg, OR; sisters, Allene Loyd of Dardanelle, Louise Weaver of Dinuba, CA; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; numerous other family and friends.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 8, 2008, Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle, with Rev. Don Erwin officiating. Interment was in Brearley Cemetery. Pallbearers were her grandsons, Dino Collins, Jamie Collins, Jonathon Collins, Billy Ray Smith; great-grandsons, Justin Collins, Joshua Collins, Jamie Collins, Jr. Billy Ray Smith, Jr. and Rio Collins. Honorary pallbearers were Jim Coffey, Dale Latham, and Ron Dysart. Arrangements under the direction of Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, January 9, 2008)
Roy Lynn Smith, age 53, of Plainview, AR. died Saturday, March 20, 1999 in a Little Rock Hospital. He was an oil drilling consultant, a veteran of the Navy and a Baptist.
He is survived by his wife Gayle Smith of Odessa, TX; two daughters, Shurine Hawkins of Odessa, TX and Shari Speed of Odessa, TX; a son, Roy L. (Sonny) Smith, Jr. of Odessa, TX; his mother, Vera Caffey of Abilene, TX; two sisters, Judy Hines of Harvey, AR. and Tonya Smith of Abilene, TX; and three grandchildren.
Graveside service was March 24th at the 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, March 24, 1999)
Royal Cleo Smith, age 77, of Story, AR passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2006. He was born on January 2, 1929 at Story, the son of the late Elmer L. Smith and Tina Palmer Smith. On March 20, 1951, he was married to Betty Brothers Smith who preceded him in death on September 10, 2006. He was a member and elder of the Muddy Creek Church of God and had retired from the U. S. Forest Service in 1985. In 2004, he received his 50 year pin from the Mount Ida Masonic Lodge, 140.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Johnny and Connie Smith of Story; two grandsons, Roger Smith and James Smith both of Story; and his aunt, Mary Dale Oppert of Onero, Connecticut.
Services were held December 9, 2006 in the Muddy Creek Church of God with Bro. Bill Singleton and Bro. Mike Smith officiating. Interment was in the Reed Cemetery with Mason rites under the direction of the Mount Ida Masonic Lodge, 140. Arrangements are by Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Pallbearers were Billy Barnes, Charles Barnes, Luther Mason, Alvin Wideman, Charles Wideman, Uvle Smith, Cleo Smith and Clyde Smith. Honorary pallbearers were Ray Reed, Paul D. Reed, John H. Reed, Dr. Phillip Tippin, Dr. Gregory Whorton and staff, and the staffs of the Yell County Nursing Home and Chambers Memorial Hospital. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, December 13, 2006)
Ruby Flo Smith, age 82, of Magazine, AR died August 23, 2009.
Funeral service will be 10 a. m. August 26, 2009 at Booneville Funeral Service Chapel with burial at Blue Mountain Cemetery in Blue Mountain under the direction of Booneville Funeral Service. See complete obituary in next week's issue. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 26, 2009)
Ruby Flo Smith, 82, of Magazine, AR died August 23, 2009. She was a homemaker and a member of First Christian Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruby Zena Walker Rogers; her husband Samuel Dale Smith; a sister, Ratha Lee Rogers; two brothers, Oatman Rogers and Overton Rogers; and an aunt, Juanita Walker Rogers. Ruby is survived by two daughters, Sue Ward and husband Lloyd of Danville and Sammie Smith of Las Vegas, NV; on sister, Minnie Kate Gray of Mansfield; one brother, Don Rogers of Dallas, TX; a sister-in-law, Kate Rogers of Magazine; four grandchildren, Terrye Green of Magazine, Shane Deitert of Benton, Dalea Giacinti of Magazine and Brandon Whitaker of Roland, OK; six great-grandchildren, Josh Green of Conway, Jessica Giacinti of Fort Smith, Ethan Dale Whitaker of Roland, OK, Justin and Tyler Hattabaugh of Roland, OK, Katie Graham of Benton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Jared Cleveland, Albert and James Paul Townsend, Will Beason, Mike and Brad Smith.
Funeral was August 26, 2009 at Booneville Funeral Service Chapel with burial at Blue Mountain Cemetery in Blue Mountan. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 2, 2009)
Sammy F. Smith age 75 of Casa died Friday, April 29, 2005 at Chambers Memorial Hospital in Danville. He was born August 30, 1929 in Ola to the late Will and Cora Jaynes Smith. He retired after fifteen years as a mechanic for WinRock International and was a member of the Hickory Grove Free Will Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Loye Smith and Dub Smith and two sisters, Mildred Mode and Selma Dale.
Survivors are his wife of 38 years, Ruby Rook Smith; a daughter, Kerrie Alexander of Casa; a son, William Paul Smith of Chicago, IL; a sister, Oleta Walker of North Little Rock and one granddaughter, Amber Alexander of Conway.
Services were held on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at the Hickory Grove Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Geno Johnston and Rev. Brian Rose officiating. Interment was held in Casa Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. Pallbearers were Hub Cody, Ewell Cody, George Robinson, Dean Douglas, Hershel Alexander and Ralph Rowe. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, May 4, 2005)
Samuel Charles and Lucas Jett Smith, infant sons of Tim and Janet Smith of Plainview, AR died Thursday, May 5, 2005 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. They were preceded in death by a brother, Jacob Charles Smith.
Survivors other than their parents; grandparents, Bill and Cleva Smith of Plainview, AR, Gary and Bridgette Roberson of Rover, AR and Wanda Shepard of Arkadelphia, AR; great grandparents, Betty Roberson Covey of Rover and Jessie Smith of Plainview.
Graveside service was Tuesday at Salem Cemetery in Plainview, AR with Rev. Ronnie Garrett officiating. Pallbearers were Steve Smith and Richard Smith. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, May 11, 2005)
Stanley E. Smith, age 81 of Ola died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at Conway Regional Hospital. He was born December 1, 1926 in Clinton, Indiana to the late Samuel and Ella Delph Smith. He was an Army Veteran and a painter.
He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters Cloyd Smith, Walter Smith, Elsie Stewart, Evelyn Igo, Sam Smith and Lemoine Smith and a very special friend, Ova Faye Robinson.
Survivors include sister Edna Harrison of Indianapolis, Indiana and special friends Ocie and Josephine Robinson of Plumerville.
Cremation Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, September 10, 2008)
Sunshine White Smith, 97, of Plainview, Texas, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2013.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at the Northwest Church of Christ with Mr. J Henderson officiating. Local services are under the care of Kornerstone Funeral Directors of Plainview, Texas. The family will also have a service 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 7, 2013 with a visitation prior to the service at 1:00 P.M. at the Wheeler Avenue Church of Christ in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Burial will follow in Oak Cemetery under the care of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Sunshine was born on January 18, 1916 in Aplin, Arkansas to L.O. and Delia White. She attended schools in Havana, Arkansas and graduated from high school there. She married O'Dell White in 1939. He was an Evangelist and song leader.
He preceded her in death in 1948. She married Roy Smith in 1958 in Havana before moving to Morton, Texas. They owned and operated Smith Furniture in Morton and later Tulia for many years. They retired and settled in Plainview. Roy preceded her in death in 1998. Sunshine was a member of the Northwest Church of Christ. She was a beloved Christian lady, and was always called "Sunshine" because it fit her. Sunshine was preceded in death by her two husbands; parents; two brothers, Oslyn White. L.O. White, Jr.; and two sisters Leota Veech, Pauline Hughes Nagle.
Survivors include a son, Herschel White and wife Barbara of Ft. Worth; daughter, Lenore Polk of Houston; five grandchildren, Syd Polk of Austin, Krista Bartel of Houston, Kennen White of Mt. Pleasant, MI, Amy Wangner of Ft. Worth, Alan White of Southlake; and 10 great grandchildren. The family suggests memorials in lieu of flowers to Church of Christ - India, c/o Van Miller, 501 Kirch wood Plainview, Texas 79072. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on June 5, 2013)
Sunshine White Smith, 97, of Plainview, Texas, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2013.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at the Northwest Church of Christ with Mr. J Henderson officiating. Local services are under the care of Kornerstone Funeral Directors of Plainview, Texas. The family will also have a service 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 7, 2013 with a visitation prior to the service at 1:00 P.M. at the Wheeler Avenue Church of Christ in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Burial will follow in Oak Cemetery under the care of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Sunshine was born on January 18, 1916 in Aplin, Arkansas to L.O. and Delia White. She attended schools in Havana, Arkansas and graduated from high school there. She married O'Dell White in 1939. He was an Evangelist and song leader.
He preceded her in death in 1948. She married Roy Smith in 1958 in Havana before moving to Morton, Texas. They owned and operated Smith Furniture in Morton and later Tulia for many years. They retired and settled in Plainview. Roy preceded her in death in 1998. Sunshine was a member of the Northwest Church of Christ. She was a beloved Christian lady, and was always called "Sunshine" because it fit her. Sunshine was preceded in death by her two husbands; parents; two brothers, Oslyn White. L.O. White, Jr.; and two sisters Leota Veech, Pauline Hughes Nagle.
Survivors include a son, Herschel White and wife Barbara of Ft. Worth; daughter, Lenore Polk of Houston; five grandchildren, Syd Polk of Austin, Krista Bartel of Houston, Kennen White of Mt. Pleasant, MI, Amy Wangner of Ft. Worth, Alan White of Southlake; and 10 great grandchildren. The family suggests memorials in lieu of flowers to Church of Christ - India, c/o Van Miller, 501 Kirch wood Plainview, Texas 79072. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on June 5, 2013)
Mrs. Sylva Briggs Smith, age 71, former resident of Briggsville, died August 28 in Millersburg, Ohio. She was the widow of the late Mathew L. Smith, and the daughter of the late James P. Briggs and the late Lucy Albright Briggs. She was a member of the Eastern Star and a member of the Briggsville Methodist Church.
She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Clifford Studd of Cleveland, Ohio; two brothers, J.P. Briggs of Briggville and Shannon Briggs of Eugene, Ore.; one sister, Mrs. Flora Pitts of Ola; four grandchildren; and one great grandchild.
Funeral services were September 1 at the Briggsville Methodist Church by the Rev. R.R. Reed and burial was in the Briggs Family Cemetery by Shinn and Son Funeral Service. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Sep 1966)
Thomas Earl Smith, 58, died of a heart attack at Havana Saturday at a basketball game. He was a rural mail carrier.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Virgie Smith; four sons, Leon of Salem, Glen of Little Rock, Lonnie of Havana, Harold of the home and one brother, Irvin of Havana. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 YRS AGO, DANVILLE, ARKANSAS - Originally published on Thursday, February 11, 1954)
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