Obituaries

04 06, 2025

Sylvia Milam Traylor, age 89, of Smackover, Arkansas, entered her heavenly home on Sunday, April 6, 2025. She was born August 22, 1935 in Junction City, Arkansas to the late Lawrence and Zelma Milam. Sylvia was predeceased by a sister, Melwyn Cox.   Sylvia is survived and missed by the love of her life, Don Traylor. They were married 50 years. There was nothing she enjoyed more...

04 05, 2025

Sharon Kay Vaughan of El Dorado passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Hudson Memorial Nursing Home. Born October 27, 1943, in Magnolia, AR, she was the daughter of Troy Atwood and Irma Victory McWilliams Walker.   She was the beloved wife of Michael Vaughan for nearly 60 years, after meeting on a blind date in 1965. Mrs. Vaughan was a self-employed hair stylist at The...

04 01, 2025

Barbara Allen Scroggs passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on May 1, 1941, in El Dorado, Arkansas, and lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to her family, students, and community.   A lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church in El Dorado, Barbara’s faith was the foundation of her...

03 27, 2025

Olga Garcia Rangel De Palafox, age 94, of El Dorado, AR, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, surrounded by her family.   Olga will be lovingly remembered by her son-in-law, Dale Tommey of El Dorado and her granddaughter, Maria (Tommey) Sloan (Chris) of Springdale.   Olga was preceded in death by her parents, Felipe Garcia and Maria Rangel Garcia; her...

03 24, 2025

Nello "Nell" Dean Thomason passed away Monday, March 24, 2025 in Hot Springs, Arkansas at the age of 95. She was born in Calhoun County, Arkansas on March 1, 1930 to George C. Reddin and Maude Ellis Reddin.  Nell epitomized “the Greatest Generation.” She worked hard, loved her family, and placed her unwavering faith in God. She worked for Prescolite Corporation in El...

03 21, 2025

Gary Lamar Wilkerson, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 21, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 12, 1956, to Lamar and Fern Wilkerson in Glendale, AZ. He graduated from Magnolia Heights Academy in Senatobia, MS, where he was recently inducted into their athletic hall of fame. He served as the manager of Environmental Services at several...

03 22, 2025

Parker Preston Hammett, 29, of Addis, LA, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025.  He was born on June 26, 1995 in El Dorado, AR.   He was a 2014 graduate of Junction City High School.  Parker was an outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, cooking and traveling.  He also enjoyed growing green plants and gardening.  He was named to All-State and was the MVP of the...

03 22, 2025

Barbara Ann (Childs) Rogers was born in 1935 in Bradley County, Arkansas to Henry M. and Mary Stringfellow Childs. She entered Heaven Saturday, March 22, 2025 in El Dorado.   Barbara is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, William B. “Bill” Rogers, Sr., her parents, her daughter-in-law Valerie Rogers, many beloved cousins, and her best friend and...

03 20, 2025

Edith Y. "Bonnie" Long, 85, of Norphlet, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025. As many would testify, she was anxious to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Heaven was a favorite topic of conversation.  She was born on May 22, 1939 to C.B. and Nawassa Taunton Brown in Huttig, AR.   She was a member of Norphlet First Baptist Church and...

03 18, 2025

Kevin Michael Squyres, 50 of Smackover passed away, Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at South Arkansas Regional Hospital.    He is survived by his wife, Christy and a daughter, Hannah Squyres both of Smackover. Also surviving him are his parents Mike and Teri Arnold of Smackover. Kevin is survived by three brothers, Chad Squyres of El Dorado, Darryl Squyres of Smackover and Jay...

03 14, 2025

Cooper William Klotz, precious baby boy of Alexa Tompkins and Gearold Klotz was born into the arms of angels on March 14, 2025 at South Arkansas Regional Hospital.  Born at 28 weeks, he weighed 2 lbs. 2 oz. and was 14 inches long.  Although Cooper never spent any time with us on earth, he was very loved and touched many lives.  Our little angel will never be forgotten....

03 10, 2025

Jo Ellen Cox, 93, of El Dorado, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, at her residence.  She was born on March 13, 1931, to James Robert and Tina Ray McGough in Converse, LA.   She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church for 70 years, where she taught Sunday School. Jo loved the Lord and knew she would spend eternity with Jesus.  She was a homemaker and...

03 08, 2025

Edyie Lynne Whaley was born on November 8, 1963 to mother Edythe Naomi Hubbard in Glendale, California. She suddenly passed on March 8, 2025 at South Arkansas Regional Hospital in El Dorado, AR. She is survived by the love of her life, husband David Whaley. She is also survived by her adoring daughter Jessica Whaley, loving mother, Edythe, and many beloved friends. She is preceded in...

03 05, 2025

Michael P. Meeks, 76, of El Dorado, passed away on March 5, 2025 in Texarkana, TX.  He was born on August 19, 1948 to William Marvin Meeks, Jr. and Mollie Patricia Smith Meeks in El Dorado, AR.   He was a self-employed oil producer and was of the Methodist faith.  Michael was a member of the El Dorado School Board for many years and coached the El Dorado Senior Babe...

03 04, 2025

On March 4th, 2025, William David Varnell passed from his earthly life. He was born November 21, 1945 to Nellie Kelly Varnell and Thomas H. Varnell. William graduated from Centenary College and was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity with whom he has stayed in touch all these years.   William married his soul mate in January of 1968.  His professional life began with...

03 02, 2025

Robin Johnson Carroll, 54, of El Dorado, Arkansas, passed away on March 2, 2025. He was a loving father and friend, unwavering steward of the law, proud member of the democratic party, and a strong advocate for advancements in his community. He will be deeply missed by many.   Robin graduated from El Dorado High School in 1989, then went on to attend Henderson State University,...

02 24, 2025

Dolores Mignon (Burns) Nunnally born on January 2, 1932 in Strong, Arkansas passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025 in Hollister, Missouri at the age of 93. Dolores was the oldest daughter of Marion Saunders Burns and Emma Jo (Johnson) Burns Baca of Strong, Arkansas. Dolores was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved sister, Betty Jane Burns, and her late husband of over 50 years,...

02 20, 2025

Edwin Daniel (Ed) Tuma 75 of Junction City, LA passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025 in Shreveport, LA. Born February 21, 1950 in Omaha, Nebraska, he was the son of Arthur and Kathleen O’Connell Tuma.   Ed had retired from El Dorado Chemical after over 25 years. He was an active volunteer fireman. He was a member of Three Creeks Baptist Church.   Preceding...

02 18, 2025

Doris Phillips King, 75, of El Dorado passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Christus Highland Medical Center  in Shreveport, LA.  Born July 18, 1949 in El Dorado she was the daughter of Prather "Pete" Joseph and Margie Lee Bryant Phillips.   Mrs. King was a longtime employee of ConAgra and later Pilgrim's Pride in the accounting department before...

01 24, 2025

Steven Lee Shofner of El Dorado, Arkansas passed away peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2025 leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire those who knew him.  Born on May 29, 1950 in Stuttgart, AR, he was the son of Myron Lee and Billye Roberts Shofner.  In 1951 the family moved to El Dorado where his father started an optometry practice.   Steven attended...

02 09, 2025

Mary Wafayette Evans, 87 of El Dorado, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Baptist Health Center in Little Rock. Born October 12, 1937 in Zama, MS, she was the daughter of Jessie Everett and Josie Pearl Mundy Stevens.   Mary was the true definition of a gardener, but not just any kind of gardener. Her gardens were a botanical masterpiece. From winning countless prestigious...

01 14, 2025

Mary Jo Warren, 90, of Timberlane Health and Rehab went to be with her Savior on January 14, 2025. Her services will be held at Young’s Chapel at 2:00 on Monday, January 20 with visitation held prior to the funeral at 1:00. She was a teacher’s aide for many years at Murmil Heights Elementary School and worked with the Municipal Court and Prosecutors office. Mary Jo was a...