Michael McCulley
Mar 1, 2026
Michael McCulley, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on August 21, 1949, in Tooele, Utah, and his life was marked by dedication, strength, and an unwavering love for Jesus and his family. Michael had a distinguished military career, serving three years in the United States...
Lena Smith Pulliam
Feb 27, 2026
Lena Smith Pulliam of Cabot, Arkansas passed away Friday, February 27, 2026.
She was born on November 21, 1935 in Sheridan, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Stergin and Dora Threet Smith.
She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 40 years with Davis Hospital, Jefferson Regional Medical Center and Rebsamen Hospital.
She enjoyed bowling, flower arranging, spending time with her family and...
Nell Epperson
Feb 27, 2026
Charlotte Nell Brett Epperson of Sheridan, Arkansas was born September 24, 1943, at Kosciusko, Mississippi, the daughter of the late William Earl and Johnnie McCrory Brett. She was a very active member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Sheridan for 48 years. The first 25 years her husband, Bro. Harold Epperson was the Pastor and she remained faithful after his death...
Shannon Shane Stone
Feb 26, 2026
Shannon Shane “Stoner” Stone of Leola, Arkansas was born March 7, 1974 to Junior Stone and Vickie Cooper Givens at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
He departed this world February 26, 2026 along with his dog, Todd in a car accident.
He always wanted to be the life of the party and was always down for a good time.
He...
Fred "Butch" Paxton, Jr.
Feb 26, 2026
Fred A. Paxton, Jr., better known as “Butch”, of Poyen, Arkansas, was born May 2, 1946 at Malvern, Arkansas, the son of the late Fred Alvin Paxton, Sr. and Catherine Benning Paxton Taylor. He loved The Lord and was a member of Poyen Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated from Prattsville High School in 1964 and then went to work for...
Michael K. Burson
Feb 23, 2026
Michael K. Burson was born December 15, 1944 in El Dorado, Arkansas, the son of the late E.C. (Pete) and Mary Baker Burson. Growing up in his hometown of Strong, AR, Mike was a proud graduate of Strong High School, Class of 1962 and Arkansas A&M (now UAM). After obtaining his business degree, Mike went to work at the Employment...
Charles Brian Callahan
Feb 22, 2026
Charles “Brian” Callahan went to be with the Lord and his passed loved ones on February 17, 2026. He was an avid hunter, where he spent most of days running dogs and chasing Grant county’s biggest deer. It is without question, he is living his eternal days with family and friends on the “outskirts of heaven” doing all he loved...
Ola Kate Wells
Feb 20, 2026
After 84 years filled with love, generosity, and faith, Ola Kate “Katie” Wells, 84, of Sheridan, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on February 20, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Nashville, Arkansas, on May 11, 1941, to Homer and Hazel Northum, and grew up on the Lone Maple Farm. She loved sharing memories of life on the farm,...
David Wayne Sanchez
Feb 20, 2026
David Wayne Sanchez, born on June 20, 1961, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, passed away on February 20, 2026, at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. He leaves behind a legacy characterized by hard work, love for family, and a passion for the great outdoors.
David dedicated much of his professional life as an Iron Worker, with his longest tenure being at Saline...
Teresa Watson
Feb 18, 2026
Teresa Watson of Grapevine, Arkansas was born October 26, 1957, the daughter of the late Falcon and Venita Lightsey. Teresa was a homemaker who feed anyone and everyone who walked through her door. She prepared meals for so many and went above and beyond when it came to food and desert. When she wasn't in the kitchen cooking, she was...
Tommy DeLaHunt
Feb 15, 2026
Thomas (Tommy) DeLaHunt was born November 1, 1965 at Pine Bluff, the son of the late Ted and Margie McNeil DeLaHunt. He was a 1984 graduate of White Hall High School and had worked at both the Target Warehouse, as well as Richardson Tillman Farms. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and pretty much anything as long as it was outdoors. He...
Randy Heath
Feb 13, 2026
Randy Heath of Sheridan Arkansas was born June 18, 1955, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas the son of the late Charles and Judy Louise Bateman Heath. Randy was a graduate of Sheridan High School and worked for many years as a certified jailer at the Sheridan Detention Center. He was a fun-loving person who loved to make others laugh. Randy loved...
Jack Franklin "Butch" Gwin
Feb 13, 2026
Jack Franklin “Butch” Gwin of Bismarck, Arkansas was born July 9, 1951 in Little Rock, the son of the late Jack and Hazel Drake Gwin. He was a retired social worker and was of the Baptist Faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being a rugged outdoorsman.
Mr. Gwin died Friday, February 13, 2026 at Amberwood Healthcare and Rehab in Bryant at...
Salley Loraine Sipes
Feb 9, 2026
With broken hearts but unshakable faith, we celebrate the truth that Salley Loraine Sipes, 41, of Sheridan, also known as “Sal-Sal” opened her eyes safe in the arms of Jesus, on Monday, February 9, 2026. He created her, and protected her. He blessed her with a loving heart, and in doing so, blessed everyone who knew her by sharing her...
Sarah Sue Crews
Feb 5, 2026
Sarah Sue Dunlap Crews of Sheridan was born December 14, 1954 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Harmon Holiday and Eula Florene Berg Dunlap.
She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Sheridan, and she served at FBC Holdenville OK, Des Arc & Sheridan for the youth & college classes & IBC Sheridan. She was a retired insurance...
Jimmy Ray Cotton
Feb 3, 2026
Jimmy Ray Cotton of Sheridan, Arkansas was born October 30, 1944 in Sheridan, the son of the late of Frank Everett and Norma Jean Carver Cotton. He was a retired mechanic who enjoyed building race cars, racing cars and racing dirt track.
Jimmy was a member of Mid South Car Club and was the founder of Arkansas Dwarf Association as well...
Craig Steven Riggs
Feb 2, 2026
Craig Steven Riggs of Leola, Arkansas was born September 3, 1959 in Blytheville, the son of the late Bob and Laverna Riggs. He was a talented welder/fabricator by trade. He enjoyed playing bass, listening to music, playing video games and watched movies with his family and grandchildren and he had just retired West Frazier Mill at Leola.
Craig died at his...
Clifford Eugene Terry
Feb 2, 2026
Clifford Eugene Terry of Sheridan, Arkansas was born September 10, 1949 in Mena, the son of the late Ernest E. and Ruth Maude Wilson Terry. He had a Masters in Criminal Justice, was a faithful member of Sardis Methodist Church. Terry had retired from the prison, was a proud Iraqi Freedom veteran, serving in the United States Army and was...
Barbara Ann Fleming
Feb 1, 2026
Born Barbara Ann Springer on the night the B17 bomber crashed In Grant County, the world should have known then she would be a force to be reckoned with. As the youngest child of V. O. and Esma Springer, she grew up the favored baby of the family She graduated from Sheridan in 1961 with many lifelong friends.
She married Rusty...
Renae McClure
Jan 29, 2026
Renae McClure, a beloved homemaker, passed away on January 29, 2026, at Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, Arkansas. Born on February 7, 1967, in Benton, Renae's life was characterized by her unwavering love for her family and her deep commitment to her faith.
A graduate of the Sheridan High School Class of 1985, Renae embraced her role as a loving homemaker...
