Ricky Lavern McKinney was born April 17, 1952, to the late Van and Leoma McKinney. Ricky departed this life on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Peggy McElwee and Delilah Johnson. Ricky dedicated his life to Christ at an early age at St. Matthew Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. George White where he remained a faithful member. Brother Ricky McKinney had a cheerful spirit. He brought much joy to the Kerr Community. Ricky...

Maryam Anika Ballard was born on February 9, 1976, to the late Henry Ballard and Robyn Leary Abdullah in His infinite wisdom. Maryam loved to read and was quite proficient with internet technology, delighting in teaching techniques to her son Tosh at the young age of three. In the words of her daughter, Naomi: "My mom had a great sense of humor that I adored about her." Her love for 90's fashion and music influenced my personal outlook of good music and style...

Belinda Kay Morris-Jones was born in Lonoke County, Arkansas, on August 3, 1962, to the late Mary Bell and Sam Morris. She was a graduate of Lonoke High School and graduated with honors. She continued her education at Southern College in Little Rock, Arkansas. Belinda worked for the Arkansas State Health Department for twenty-five years until her health declined. She was affectionately known to many as Coach Katie, who had a heart of gold for the youth in her community. Like her...

A Life Well Lived   Eunice Jean Davis Hall was born November 13, 1932, to the late Homer and Ada Martin Davis in Lonoke, Arkansas. She grew in the Christian faith at St. Paul Baptist Church., Lonoke. She later united with Miles Memorial C.M.E. Church, Little Rock, Arkansas where she remained until her health failed. Due to health problems on October 19, 2015, Eunice was placed in Lonoke Health and Rehab Center. On June 7, 1959, she was united in Holy Matrimony to William M. Hall; to...

Leroy Jones Jr. aka "Peanut" was born December 21, 1970, in New Rochelle, New York to the late Leroy Jones Sr. and present Sara E. Jones. He transitioned this life to his eternal home on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. ​​Leroy grew up in Mount Vernon, New York. He accepted Christ at a young age where he was a member of New Jerusalem Church of Christ under the leadership of Bishop Whittaker Wright. After graduating from Mount Vernon High School, he went...

Sharilyun F. Yancy Metcalf "aka Lyn" was born June 29, 1974, to the late Freddie Lee Yancy and Janice Bunton Yancy Harris. As a child, Sharilyun attended St. John Baptist Church in Lonoke, Arkansas with her parents and sister. Later, she became a member of Union Chapel Freewill Baptist Church in DeValls Bluff, Arkansas where she remained until she gained her wings. Lyn graduated from Lonoke High School with the Class of 1992 and attended the University of Arkansas, Pine...

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...