Donna Lee McPhearson (Fruit) was born Friday, March 3, 1961, in Lonoke, Arkansas to the late Claranna E. Lewis and Monroe Gilliam. Donna accepted Christ at a young age. She was raised in Lonoke, later her family moved to Little Rock, Arkansas where she attended school. She spent many years working in the food service and hospitality industries. Donna was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved spending time with family and friends. She loved reading,...

Cornetta Anderson was born in North Little Rock, Arkansas, on March 9, 1955, to the late Mr. & Mrs. Johnny and Ever Mae Anderson Sr. She departed this life on August 26, 2023. Cornetta was born and raised in North Little Rock, she attended & graduated from North Little Rock School District. She professed a hope in Christ at an early age. She later joined the Greater New Bibleway Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Pastor Rodchester Rodgers, where she served...

Micheal Jahid Akbar was born on June 25, 1971, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Micheal flourished under the guidance and love of his family; he became an outstanding young man dedicated to service. Deeply committed to his faith, Michael embraced Al-Islam since birth. He remained loyal to the teachings of the Islamic Center for Human Excellence throughout his life. After graduating from Central High School in 1990, Micheal was scheduled to start college in the fall. Nevertheless, while confined;...

Fatimah Kalimah Akbar Baird, a beacon of strength and compassion, graced the world on January 21, 1946, in Little Rock, Arkansas. On August 18, 2023, she peacefully embarked on her eternal journey, surrounded by the warmth of her loved ones. Fatimah's legacy is a tapestry woven with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family, community, and faith. Born to Calvin Higgins and Alberta Daniel Higgins, Fatimah was embraced by a family that instilled in her the values of...

Reflections of Life Freddie Lee McCoy III was born February 24, 2000, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Freddie Lee McCoy Jr. and Carnell McCoy Spencer. He was a very sweet and caring person. Freddie loved his family and friends and had a great sense of humor; Freddie kept a person laughing. One of his hobbies was cooking, he enjoyed experimenting with different recipes for his family to taste. Freddie graduated from Jacksonville High School with the Class of 2018. He professed a hope in Christ...

Daniel Lee Nellums, Sr. affectionately known as DL, was born on January 2, 1955, in Altheimer, Arkansas to Willie and Katherine Dodson Nellums. He stepped into Paradise on August 7, 2023. Daniel was an avid fisherman, hunter, trapper, and he dearly loved spending time with his brothers especially Matthew- his best friend. Daniel is preceded in death by his father, mother, one sister- Zimmie Jean Mitchell and one brother- Willie Lee Nellums. Daniel held many different jobs over time:...

Pastor Eddie Wayne Bryant was born February 16, 1957 at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas.  He was the 16th of 17 children born to Lettie and Herbert Bryant Sr, and was affectionately nicknamed “Bear” as a child.  He was a proud member of the Lonoke High School graduating class of 1975. Eddie was born and raised in a rural area known as Richwood, Arkansas.  It may not be on the map, but it was in his heart.  His upbringing with a large family, on an equally large...

Amanda Pauline Bowles, 87, passed away on May 31, 2023. Born in Tulip, Arkansas to Mable and Albert Joseph Collins. Amanda taught in the Arkansas Public School System for about thirty years before teaching Adult Education at Arkansas Baptist College. Amanda was a dedicated member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church where she served as the President of the Mothers Board.  Amanda was preceded in death by her only child, Len Atkins; sisters, Frankie and Maude; brother,...

Laura Beatrice Dodson Spencer was born October 9, 1939, to the late Perry Lee Dodson Sr. and Annie Elizabeth Waller Dodson in Pettus, Arkansas. As a child, Laura attended St. John Baptist Church in Pettus, Arkansas with her parents and siblings. Later, she became a member of Revelation COGIC in Carlisle, Arkansas. When she moved to Lonoke, she united with New Jerusalem COGIC. After moving from Lonoke, she attended and served in ministries in the Conway area until her death. Laura was a very...

William Gerald (Billy) Hall was a personable, charming and lovable son, grandson, nephew and cousin/big brother. He left this world suddenly on April 10, 2023 at the age of sixty two. He was the only child born to William McKinley Hall and Eunice Jean Davis Hall on September 29, 1960, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was a product of the Lonoke, Arkansas public school system. After graduating from Lonoke High School, he attended the U.S. Academy for two years.  He...