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Mekka Gail Spurlock age 53 slipped into the hands of Jesus Christ Friday Night we her family around her. Mekka was born ...
11/15/2025

Mekka Gail Spurlock age 53 slipped into the hands of Jesus Christ Friday Night we her family around her. Mekka was born in Pine Bluff Arkansas on September 3, 1972. She was the daughter of Chris and Jannie Sue (Johnson) Miller. She had a love for health care and became a ER Nurse at White River Heal...

Shelby Ann Nelsen, age 26, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 6th in Orlando, Florida. Shelby was ...
11/14/2025

Shelby Ann Nelsen, age 26, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 6th in Orlando, Florida. Shelby was born on November 13th, 1998 in Chicago Heights, Illinois to parents Mark David Nelsen and Linda Marie Nelsen. Shelby loved Harry Potter, Walt Disney, and anime.

Shelby is...

No services are planned at this time for Mr. Holdren
11/14/2025

No services are planned at this time for Mr. Holdren

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11/06/2025

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Ricky Dale Brown, 66, of Ravenden, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family...
11/03/2025

Ricky Dale Brown, 66, of Ravenden, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.Ricky was a man who felt most alive beneath open skies. He was an outdoorsman through and through — happiest sitting quietly in the woods at sunrise, surrounded by the stillness of nature. Hunting wasn’t just a pastime for him; it was a way of life and a place of peace. The outdoors was his sanctuary, where he found both purpose and calm.He was a hardworking man who took pride in providing for his family and living each day with honesty, strength, and heart. He believed in doing things the right way — through loyalty, effort, and love.He had a big heart and a gentle spirit — always ready to lend a helping hand, share a laugh, or tell a story from one of his many outdoor adventures. Those who knew him will remember his easy smile, steady presence, booming laughter, and the love he had for family and friends alike.Though we will miss him dearly, we find comfort in knowing he is fully restored and reunited with Vickie and Marazona — his two greatest loves — and that his spirit is now free among the peaceful places he cherished most.Ricky was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Vickie; their cherished daughter, Marazona; his parents, Lewis and Louise Brown of Ravenden, AR; his brother, Lewis Gene Brown of Ravenden, AR; his sisters, Rita Dail and Carolyn Faye Brown, both of Ravenden, AR; and his nephew, Tanner Bradley of Batesville, AR.He is survived by his sons, Tommy (Donita) Riddle of Oklahoma City, OK, and Jason (April) Riddle of Walls, MS, who will forever honor his legacy of love, hard work, and appreciation for life’s simple joys.He is also survived by his siblings, Jerry (Charla) Brown of Ravenden, AR; James Brown of Ravenden, AR; Linda Wiles of Ravenden, AR; and Betty (Randy) Rains of Batesville, AR.His grandchildren include Andrew Riddle of Pocahontas, AR; Ivy (Cody) Wolfe of Hernando, MS; Jade McElhaney of Hernando, MS; Paige McElhaney of Southaven, MS; Hayden Riddle of Walls, MS; Hunter Cordell of Heth, AR; Haeven (Dylan) Borree of Heth, AR; and Rikki Loree Jr. of Saucier, MS.He is also survived by one great-granddaughter, Brynleigh Marazona of Heth, AR, and many nieces and nephews who were an important part of his life.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He leads me beside still waters; He restores my soul.”– Psalm 23

Derek "Casper" Weaver Horrell, age 48, of Hardy, Arkansas passed away on Friday, October 31st in Little Rock, Arkansas. ...
11/02/2025

Derek "Casper" Weaver Horrell, age 48, of Hardy, Arkansas passed away on Friday, October 31st in Little Rock, Arkansas. Derek was born on June 16th, 1977 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to parents Charles Horrell and Margaret Anderson. Derek was an avid outdoorsman, who loved fishing, floating on the river, ...

Derek Weaver Horrell, age 48, of Hardy, Arkansas passed away on Friday, October 31st in Little Rock, Arkansas. Derek was...
11/01/2025

Derek Weaver Horrell, age 48, of Hardy, Arkansas passed away on Friday, October 31st in Little Rock, Arkansas. Derek was born on June 16th, 1977 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to parents Charles Harrell and Margaret Anderson.

Derek is survived by his daughters Kylie Horrell (Holden Placher), Lindse...

Arrie Lee Goodwin, age 77, of Williford, Arkansas passed away of October 25th, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Arrie was ...
10/28/2025

Arrie Lee Goodwin, age 77, of Williford, Arkansas passed away of October 25th, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Arrie was born on June 25th, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois to parents Cecil Goodwin and Ethel Campbell. Arrie was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country faithfully during the Vietnam War as a Navy Chaplain.

Arrie is survived by his wife Irene Goodwin; sons Kenneth Goodwin and Darrell Butler; daughter Patricia Webb; brothers Wayne Goodwin and Tommy Goodwin; 7 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, as well as many other friends and family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; son David Goodwin; sister Aline Anderson and brothers Bob and Jimmy Goodwin.

Services for Arrie will be held on Thursday, October 30th, 2025 at Wortham Funeral Home in Hardy, Arkansas. Visitation will be held form 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M., with service beginning at 2:00 P.M.

Tonya Ann Ramsey Stallings was born to Othal Bill Ramsey Sr. and Norma Jean Short on September 6, 1971 in Memphis, TN. T...
10/27/2025

Tonya Ann Ramsey Stallings was born to Othal Bill Ramsey Sr. and Norma Jean Short on September 6, 1971 in Memphis, TN. Tonya was a God fearing woman who loved the Lord and loved to talk about him to anyone that would listen. She loved her children and grandchildren with her entire heart. Nothing made her happier than being at the creek or in Branson with family. She is survived by her husband Jason Stallings, four children Benjamin Everett, Matthew Everett, Ashley Everett (Jerry Martin) and Jerry Daniel Mckaskle Jr. Five grandchildren Hudson Everett, Henzlee Martin, Maddox Martin, Harper Martin, and Amelia Keasler. Siblings Debra (Donald) Beasley, Nancy (Billy) Smith, Othal Bill (Shaska) Ramsey, many cousins, nieces and nephews and other dear family members. She was proceeded in death by her Father Othal and Mother Norma, grandparents, and step daughter Ashley Stallings.

Services will be Wednesday October 29th at Wortham Funeral Home, with visitation from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M and service to follow at 2:00 P.M.

Lizzie D***s age 11 days old, passed away Monday at White River Medical Complex in Cherokee Village. Lizzie was born Oct...
10/24/2025

Lizzie D***s age 11 days old, passed away Monday at White River Medical Complex in Cherokee Village. Lizzie was born Oct. 9, 2025 in Batesville, AR. She was the daughter of Briar D***s and Britney Langle of Hardy. She is survived by her parents; aunt Brina Blascoe (Cody), Megan Rogers and Morgan Hum; Uncles Nicohlas Langle, Richard Langle (Mattie), Chris Eash and Spencer Ring (Kara); grandparents Kenneth D***s and Trina Davis, Pamela and Mark Rush, Dana Langle, and Jan Bagwell; Great Grandmother Pamela L. D***s; Great Aunts Jessica Bagwell Marks, Toniah Keck (Harry), Mindy (John) Bratlien, Angel Welch and Kim Rush; Great uncles Gene Jenkins, Austin Langle, Richard Langle, Chad Bagwell, Keith D***s (Darla) and Mattie Cloggot; as well as by cousin Kimm Herring, as well as by many other family members.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather Gregg Langle; great-great grandfather Ray D***s and Arthur Welch; great-great grandmother Charlene Welch; and uncle Lane East.

A visitation will be held Tuesday October 28th from 12:00 - 2:00pm. funeral service will be at 2:00pm at Wortham Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Bronaugh Cemetery North of Hardy (next to Spring River Baptist Church).

Lizzie D***s age 11 days old, passed away Monday at White River Medical Complex in Cherokee Village. Lizzie was born Oct...
10/23/2025

Lizzie D***s age 11 days old, passed away Monday at White River Medical Complex in Cherokee Village. Lizzie was born Oct. 9, 2025 in Batesville, AR. She was the daughter of Briar D***s and Britney Langle of Hardy.

A visitation will be held Tuesday October 28th from 1:30 -3:30pm. funeral serv...

James Allen Hinton (87), of Ashflat, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Eaglecrest Nursing Home..He w...
10/23/2025

James Allen Hinton (87), of Ashflat, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Eaglecrest Nursing Home..

He was born on August 22, 1938 in Cerro Gordo, Illinois to Leonard Hinton and Mabel (Heitz) Hinton.

James was known for his deep love for his Savior, having been a ...

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Doug Wortham began working in the funeral business in 1989 at the Heath Funeral Home in Paragould, Arkansas. Doug was mentored by Verlyn “Butch” Heath of Heath Funeral Home Inc., a family owned business since 1945. After making the decision to retire, the Heath's sold the Hardy Funeral Home to long-time manager Doug Wortham.

Butch and Jan Heath were told were told by friends that the Hardy area would benefit from a funeral home founded on the ideals and beliefs of his father Verlyn L. Heath, that providing families with the highest quality of service while maintaining the honesty, integrity, and professionalism expected from those serving in this industry. At that time Peace Lutheran Church was looking to sell their building and build a new facility. This proved to be a wonderful location with many great possibilities for a funeral home.

The Peace Lutheran building was renovated to suit the needs for a funeral home while only making the absolute necessary changes to the existing chapel. Heath Funeral Home, Oak Hill Chapel opened in August of 1993, and began serving the needs of the area. Heath Oak Hill Chapel has grown over the years and we now serve many families in Sharp County as well as western Lawrence and Randolph counties and eastern Fulton and Izard Counties.

Doug & Tammy Wortham moved to Cherokee Village in January 1998 along with their children Danielle and Seth. In January 1998 Doug became manager of Heath Oak Hill Chapel for 15 years. After making the decision to retire, the Heath's sold the funeral home to long-time manager Doug Wortham and wife Tammy. In December of 2013 Heath Oak Hill Chapel became Wortham Funeral Home, Oak Hill Chapel and Cremation.