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James Greg Smith 69, of Dumas, Arkansas passed away June 4, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Greg was born, May 19, 1957, in Dumas, Arkansas to the late James William (J.W.) and Betty J. Brooks Smith.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Debbie and Sue.
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Ruby Jean Williams 1937-2026
Ruby Jean Williams, 88 of McGehee Arkansas received her wings on Saturday June 6, 2026.
She was born Ruby Jean Morgan on October 30, 1937 to Richard Morgan Sr. and Elizabeth Morgan in McGehee Arkansas. McGehee was her hometown for her entire life. She was a member of St. Andrew MB Church in the Wolfe Project community and Ed Lee Allen Sr. was her pastor.
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Michaeal James Esters 1956-2026
Michael James Esters, 69 of Kansas City, MO, peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on May 21, 2026, at Westwood Health and Rehabilitation in Springdale, Arkansas while holding the hand of his brother.
Born on August 24, 1956, in Dumas, Arkansas, Micheal was the son of the late Betty Croom-Wilson and Harvey Esters.
Michael’s laugh, love and life will be remembered and remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
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Patty Louise Hogue 1939-2026
Patty Louise Hogue Gill, known to all as Pat, passed away peacefully at home in Jackson, Mississippi, on April 23, 2026, at the age of 86.
Pat was born on July 23, 1939, in Dumas, Arkansas. She grew up with the values of hard work and kindness that would be with her throughout her life.
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Patricia Vandenberg 1947-2026
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Patricia (Patty) Ann Vandenberg, 79, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away May 19, 2026, with her daughters at her side, after battling heart failure.
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Effie Juanita Nickolson 1953-2026
Effie Juanita Nickolson, 72 of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. Born on September 24, 1953, in Tillar, Arkansas. Her parents Clifford and Mrytle Hawkins, brother Jesse Hawkins and sister Wilma Shaw, all preceded her in death.
Juanita was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and faithful friend. Her life centered around her deep love for her family and her faith. She was a dedicated member of Eylau Church of Christ and found great joy in spending time with those she loved most.
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Barbara Ann Gould Smith 1933-2026
Barbara Ann Gould Smith, lifelong resident of McGehee and Desha County, died May 13, 2026 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. She was 92.
She was born on October 30, 1933, in Rohwer, Arkansas, and was the daughter of Joe Clayton Gould and Grace Morton Gould. She graduated from McGehee High School and attended the University of Arkansas at Monticello before her marriage to her beloved husband of 61 years, James Neill Smith.
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Jann Robinson Farmer 1943-2026
Jann Robinson Farmer, 83, of Dumas, Arkansas, passed away April 30, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of her family.
Born March 7, 1943, in Dumas, Arkansas, to the late T.J. and Robbie Robinson. She was a member of First Methodist Church of Dumas.
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Linda Kay (Bratton) Prince passed away peacefully on September 10th. 2025, in Lubbock Texas, with her family by her side. Linda lived a beautiful and full life. She was kind, fun loving and encompassed style and class.
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Joseph “Jody” Avant Wilkin Jr. 1942-2025
Joseph “Jody” Avant Wilkin, Jr. 83, of Dumas, AR passed away January 3, 2025, in White Hall, AR. He was born September 13, 1942, in Pine Bluff, AR to the late Joe A. and Kristine Puddephatt Wilkin, Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Joseph A. Wilkin, III and one, half-sister Jo Ann Ringer.
Jody was a member of Watson Methodist Church, and was Coroner of Desha County for 15 years, a commercial fisherman and a member of Wilkin Hunting Club on Big Island. Jody loved to fish and hunt whenever he possibly could.
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Martin David Mallory 1964-2026
Martin David Mallory, age 62, of Bryant, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born January 25, 1964 in Santa Rosa, California. Martin served in the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, and the Coast Guard. He was an Inspector Mechanic and a member of First Baptist Church of Bryant.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Eleanor Smart, Don Sr. & Betty Mallory, and Alice Paladanity; biological father, David Ortiz and a brother, Gabriel Ortiz.
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