Latimer Funeral Home Obituaries

Apr 6, 2024

Dorothy Elizabeth Gilbert, 84, of White House, Tenn., passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn.

She was born June 15, 1939, in Fashing, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Harmon Gilbert (2020) and her parents Harold Ahrens (1985), and Cora Ahrens (2012). 

Dorothy graduated from Pleasanton High School in Pleasanton, Texas. After graduation she went...

Apr 5, 2024

Margaret Ann Bittick, 84, was born in McCaskill, Arkansas. She traveled widely, both domestically and internationally, but was most at home in Washington, Arkansas where she lived, worked, created, and volunteered for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cloid Sykes Bittick and Helen Marie Long Bittick.

She is survived by her children Smaiyra Million, Kaethe Hoehling, Annaliese Hoehling, and Maria McKeehan and her...

Apr 3, 2024

Johnny Ray Wesson, age 64 of Nashville, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. He was born on June 9, 1959 in Nashville.   

Mr. Wesson was of the Holiness faith.

 He was preceded in death by his mother, Bernice Wesson, and a sister, Verna Johnson.

 Survivors include his two brothers, James O’Neal and Lawrence O’Neal; three sisters, Hattie O’Neal Smith, Wanda...

Apr 2, 2024

Rodney Wayne Wilkerson, age 36, of Nashville, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.  He was born February 24, 1988 in Nashville, Arkansas the son of Ricky Brake and the late Linda Dianne Bennett Brake.

 

Rodney served in the Armed forces and was a United States Navy veteran.

He enjoyed keeping to himself and enjoyed working that way...

Mar 30, 2024

Melissa Jane Brown, age 70, of Mineral Springs, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024 in Nashville, Arkansas.  She was born August 13, 1953 in Nashville, Arkansas the daughter of the late Vernon Clarence and Daisy Mae Manning McHughes.

 

Jane was a member of Sunset church of Christ.   During her career she was a hairdresser for many years.

 

In addition to...

Mar 29, 2024

Hobert Eugene Risner, age 81, of Murfreesboro, Arkansas left his earthly life on Friday, March 29, 2024 in Murfreesboro, Arkansas.  He was born December 2, 1942 in Murfreesboro, Arkansas the son of the late Garland C. and Betty Bashaw Risner.

 

Mr. Risner served four years in the United States Navy. Following his military service he began his career in 1966 at...

Mar 23, 2024

Lindel Clovis “L.C.” Stark, age 91 of Saratoga, Arkansas, passed away on March 23, 2024 at his home. He was born on August 17, 1932 in Billstown, the son of the late Ferrell and Marie Gilleylen Stark.

Mr. Stark was a member of the Southside Church of Christ in Saratoga. Known for his hardworking attributes, he was a devoted businessman and...

Mar 21, 2024

Richard Schooley, age 65, of Mineral Springs, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 in Texarkana, Texas.  He was born November 18, 1958 in Nashville, Arkansas the son of the late Charles Jack Schooley and Meveline Smith Schooley.Richard was a member of Liberty Baptist Church, he worked for GN&A railroad for thirteen and a half years, the city of Nashville...

Mar 21, 2024

Mary Lucille Steuart, age 96 of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 in Hot Springs. She was born on April 12, 1927 to the late Thomas William Smith and Janie Cecil Hoover Smith.

Mrs. Steuart was a member of the First Christian Church in Murfreesboro. Her hobbies included quilting, painting, as well as many other arts and crafts....

Mar 18, 2024

In Loving Memory of Dewayne Gray  Dewayne Gray, a beloved member of the community, passed away on March 18, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 5, 1966, Dewayne lived a fulfilling life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.  Family was at the heart of Dewayne's world. He leaves behind the great love of his life, his wife,...

Mar 18, 2024

Paula Marie Clendenin Fields, age 60, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, at 2:45 am in Texarkana, TX.Born on November 23, 1963, in Blytheville, Arkansas, Paula was the daughter of the late Thomas and Cora Mae Clendenin. She was preceded in death by her sister Renee Omundson and is survived by her loving sister Angie Nason.Paula is survived by...

Mar 12, 2024

Martin Eugene Stanley, age 89, of Ozan, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in De Queen, Arkansas.  He was born June 27, 1934 in Mt. Ida, Arkansas the son of the late Brack and Clara Smith Stanley.

 

Mr. Stanley was a farmer and enjoyed being on the farm and working.  He also served on the Hempstead County A.S.C.S committee for...

Mar 10, 2024

Jimmy Leon Phillips, Sr., age 89 of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 in Texarkana. He was born on November 18, 1934 in Okay, Arkansas to the late Herbert and Nova Dodson Phillips.

Jim worked for Bowie County at the Court House for 29 years as the Health Inspector. In his younger years, he served his country in...

Mar 4, 2024

Betty Ann Sillavan Harberson was born on October 3, 1929, in Nashville, Arkansas.  She died on March 4, 2024, also in Nashville.  She was the daughter of the late Willie Frances (Cranford) and James Evans Sillavan.  She attended Nashville High School, graduating in 1948.  

She was organized and meticulous, qualities which served her well throughout her 44 years as an...

Feb 25, 2024

Brenda McKee, age 52 of Dierks, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024 in Hot Springs. She was born on April 11, 1971 to Charles Ray McKee and Bonnie Faye Bagley McKee.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her three siblings, Billy McKee, Susan McKee and Melvin McKee; nieces Hailey and husband Taylor Teague, Hannah McKee, Harlee...

Feb 25, 2024

Thomas Lee Wesche, age 85 of Nashville, Arkansas, passed away February 25, 2024 at his home in Nashville.

Tom was born October 11, 1938, the son of Orville and Mildred Relue  Wesche in Defiance, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Wesche, and one sister, Suzanne Wesche Guelde.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years,...

Feb 23, 2024

Vivian Joe Roberts Jacoby, age 81 of Nashville, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024 in a local hospital. She was born on October 17, 1942 in Nashville, the daughter of the late William Arthur Goodrum and Nerva Lee Gammill Nelson.

Mrs. Vivian was a member of the County Line Baptist Church. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting, reading...

Feb 20, 2024

Howard C. Milburn, age 89 of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 in Hot Springs. He was born on February 13, 1935.

Howard enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, step-daughter and the love of his life.

Survivors include his step-son, Tony Leslie and his wife, Shonda, Tony’s children Terry...

Feb 8, 2024

Tina Wright, age 60 of Nashville, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024 in Little Rock. She was born on August 10, 1963 in Liberal Kansas to Paul and Carla Taverner.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bradley Wright and a brother, Tim Taverner.

Survivors include her...

Feb 7, 2024

Wilma Jean Parsons Bowden, age 81, of Nashville, AR, passed away on February 7, 2024, in a local nursing home.

She was born September 14, 1942, in Prescott, AR and was the daughter of the late Jewell Parsons and Lois Hartness Parsons.

Wilma was a member of the New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She...