Richard Paul Hansen

Richard Paul Hansen, age 79, died at his home in Mena, Arkansas on Thursday, January 29, 2021. Richard was born on January 8, 1942 in Akron, Ohio, to the late Louis Richard Hansen and Virginia Lois Pauline Thomas.

Richard served four years in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1966. An Air Force friend did one of the greatest things ever to happen to Richard when he introduced him to Joyce Parks. They married on November 7, 1967 and raised three children together. They also owned and ran Parks and Hansen feed store for nearly forty years. Richard would be the first to tell you that Joyce was the backbone of the family and business, but his family will tell you that he had the funny bone. Richard could tell a story that ended up being a joke that you never saw coming. Fishing was a favorite pastime, especially for trout at Albert Pike. He enjoyed cooking and looking up new recipes. Breakfast was a specialty. Richard loved his family and friends and was a man of faith. The weekly church Closer Connection group he and Joyce hosted was something he eagerly anticipated.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Louis Hansen, and sisters, Alice Weisel, Margaret Crapo and Pauline Halper.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Joyce Hansen of Mena; two sons, Paul Hansen of Mena and Mark Hansen of Lamar, Arkansas and daughter, Cara Mohler and husband Andrew of Tulsa, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, K.C., Brooke, Alexander and wife, Erin, Ansylee, Michael, Andrew and Thai; and five great grandsons Tristan, Desean, Nathan, Joseph and Kagan, brother Tom Hansen and wife Lynn of Mena; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends and his beloved dog Ruby.

Graveside services will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at the Old Dallas Cemetery with Brother Gary Garrett officiating. Visitation will be on Monday, February 1 from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel.

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Patsy Mae Horn

February 20, 1932 - January 28, 2021

Patsy Mae Horn passed peacefully from this life surrounded by family and stepped into heaven on January 28, 2021, at the age of 88. On February 20, 1932, Patsy Mae Horn was born in DeQuincy, Louisiana to Sophie Johanna Kroger and Earnest T. Bobbitt. During the early years of her life, Patsy spent her days being "Big Sis" to her three sisters at the family's homestead on the outskirts of DeQuincy or discovering her artistic capabilities. Patsy was known by close friends and family for her innate ability to bring life to a canvas and portrait.

After graduating from DeQuincy High School in 1948, Patsy enrolled in business and leadership classes at McNeese University in Lake Charles. Time spent within these classes allowed her to develop her management skills which became a direct influence in her role as the Executive Assistant to the Warden at Phelps Correctional Center in DeQuincy. It was also during this time that Patsy married Governor Readis Horn, Jr., her husband of sixty years, on November 23, 1957. During her tenure from 1966 to 1997 at Phelps, Patsy took initiative and became a steady influence to the department with her roles that included secretarial duties, human resource and legal aide and appeal processing which led to her providing effective leadership council to the warden. After a short stint at home following her retirement from the correctional center, Patsy invested her time into the remodeling of her home and pursuing her passion in home decor and worked in the drapery department at JC Penney Department Store in Lake Charles.

With a love for the outdoors and the Ouachita Mountains in Arkansas, Patsy and Readis made the transition and moved to Mena, Arkansas where their youngest son lived. While Readis was spending time on the lake, Patsy spent her days making their newly bought Arkansas house a home. Whether it was strolling the aisles of antique malls or browsing estate sales, Patsy curated a home filled with victorian treasures.

Another area in her life that brought joy during her retirement years was her passion and love of cooking and serving others. As ladies and church families ventured to the hills of Arkansas, a must-stop for them was the home of Patsy and Readis. It was there they would be welcomed with a warm smile and a warm pot of gumbo or an assortment of decadent sweets. Whether she was cooking for her family, her Pastor and his wife or hosting a gathering, the very best would be served. For many years, children from the bus ministry of the Abundant Life UPC would be greeted with donuts and a glass of juice by "Sis. Horn" and during church servings, you would often hear the questions asked, "What did Sis. Horn bring?" Her ability to cook and serve others was a definite God-given gift.

Another gift in which family and friends will always remember of Patsy was the care she provided to her nieces and nephews and opening her home to them over the years. Whether it was for a night, a day or an extended stay, they knew that their "Aunt Patsy" would allow them to stay and be a part of the family.

Patsy was a member of the Abundant Life UPC where she attended faithfully and loved her Pastor Reverend Jack Smith and his wife Donna. She loved preaching, God and the truth.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first spouse, Edward S. Burnitt, Jr. and husband, Governor Readis Horn, Jr.; two sisters, Alice Blake and Johanna Crowe and grandson, Michael Broxson.

Patsy leaves behind to cherish her memory four children: Jolene (Terry) Broxson of DeQuincy, Louisiana, John (Darlene) Burnitt of Magnolia, Texas, Ernie (Tina) Horn of Chenier Perdue, Louisiana and Dustin (Elizabeth) Horn of Mena, Arkansas. "Maw Maw" Patsy will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren, Alicia (David) Guidry of DeQuincy, Louisiana, Cory (Denise) Broxson of DeQuincy, Louisiana, Alan (Lori) Burnitt of Flowood, Mississippi, Jonathan Burnitt of Portland, Oregon, Ethan Burnitt of Spring, Texas, Chase (Katelyn) Horn of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Katelyn (Mitch) Thomas of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Dustin D. Horn, II of Springfield, Missouri and Sophie (Mathew) Meade of Mena, Arkansas. She will also be missed by her great-grandchildren, Matthew Broxson, Emily Broxson, Sarah Guidry, Nick Guidry, Briana Broxson, Noah Broxson, Hudson Burnitt, Holton Burnitt, Henley Grace Thomas, Dylan Fisher Meade and Hillary Rose Horn. Patsy is also survived by her sister, Danielle Cherry of Prairieville, Louisiana, a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and her 'fur babies', Snickers and Snoodles.

Visitation for family and friends will be received from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 30, 2021 at the Abundant Life United Pentecostal Church in Mena, Arkansas. Patsy's life celebration will be held immediately following visitation at Abundant Life United Pentecostal Church with Reverend Jack Smith officiating. Interment will be held at Belmont Cemetery in Belmont, Louisiana at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 1, 2021 under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

Serving as pallbearers during the memorial service are Terry Broxson, Ethan Burnitt, John Burnitt, Cory Broxson, Ernie Horn and Mathew Meade. Serving as pallbearers at the graveside service are Terry Broxson, Alan Burnitt, John Burnitt, Chase Horn, Dustin Horn and Ernie Horn..

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Alvin Perry Looney

Alvin Perry Looney, age 73, of Mena, Arkansas died on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the Mena Regional Health System in Mena. He was born on Friday, April 18, 1947 to William Perry and Dorothy Lee Campbell Looney in Board Camp, Arkansas.

Alvin was a Christian man who attended the Midway Freewill Baptist Church in Board Camp. He proudly served for twelve years in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at Whirlpool in Fort Smith for twelve years and later went on to get the Bee Association started in Polk County. He had served as vice president and president of the association. Alvin very much enjoyed his bees and raising his garden. He also liked to hunt and fish in his free time. God and his family were always his priority, and he loved them very much. Alvin was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Mary Looney; and one sister, Altha Cumberland.

Alvin is survived by his four sons, Tony Cox of Board Camp, Rodney Cox of Wickes, Jeffrey Cox of Locust Grove, Oklahoma, and Perry Looney of Board Camp; two daughters, Dorothy Weaver of Pocalo, Oklahoma, and Amanda Hensley of Board Camp; three brothers, Alton Looney of Board Camp, Allen Looney of Greenbrier, Arkansas, and Alfred Looney of Board Camp; one sister, Almeda Henderson of Locust Grove, Oklahoma; seventeen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Board Camp Cemetery in Board Camp, Arkansas with Brother Troy Denton officiating. Interment will follow at the Board Camp Cemetery in Board Camp, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be general.

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Heather ShaRae Frachiseur

Heather ShaRae Frachiseur, age 41, of Cove, died on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at St Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on Wednesday, January 21, 1979 to Clarence Rae and Sherrie Denise Smith Jimison in Claremore, Oklahoma.

Heather was a Christian woman of the Baptist Faith. Her husband and son filled her heart with joy daily, and she loved them both tremendously. Heather sold Farmasi Cosmetics and enjoyed doing makeup tutorials online. Heather loved all types of music and loved to sing while riding her lawnmower. Heather was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Shakayla Lynn Frachiseur.

Heather is survived by her husband, TJ Frachiseur of Cove; one son, J.W. Frachiseur of Cove; three brothers and sisters in law, Frank and Sherri Frachiseur of Cove, Matt and Jennifer Miller of Taliqual, Oklahoma, and Kevin and Mandy Miller of Coweta, Oklahoma; two sisters and brother in law, April and Doug Hansche of Vera, Oklahoma, and Michael Sims of Tusla, Oklahoma; father and mother in law, Frank and Kathy Frachiseur of Wickes; maternal grandparents, Bill and Charlene Smith of Pryor, Oklahoma; step mother, Aderian Jimison of Muskagee, Oklahoma; aunts and uncles, Jackie and Rick Wilson of Pryor, Oklahoma, Sharon Schwartz of Norman, Oklahoma; nieces and nephews, Destiny, Maddison, and Tanner Frachiseur of Cove and Conner Stuert of Pryor, Oklahoma; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Carlos Edward Posey

Carlos Edward Posey, age 73, of Mena, Arkansas died on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the VA Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born on Friday, August 15, 1947 to Oddey John Posey and Ida Bell Harrison in Mena, Arkansas.

Carlos was an honorable man who always told the truth. Everyone who knew him, had at least once experienced his funny sense of humor. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the NRA and the American Legion. Carlos did logging and later worked for Sterling Machinery and US Motors for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, screen printing, and game nights with his family. Carlos loved deer hunting as well as fishing. His family meant everything to him, and he cherished every moment spent with all of them. Carlos was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandpa, great grandpa and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Kenneth Posey.

Carlos is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Pam Posey of Mena; one son, Tommy Posey of Mena; four daughters and sons in law, Cindy and Paul Kaelin of Mena, Carla Brewer and John Skipper of Mena, Carrie Bass of Conway, and Casi and Timothy Rose of Mena; two brothers and sister in law, Billy Don and Nancy Posey of Mena, and David Posey of Mena; two sisters and brother in law, Laverne Cunningham of Mena, and Shirley and Jim Schnell of Hot Springs; thirteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Monday, January 25, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at The Crossing in Mena with Reverend Victor Rowell officiating. Interment will follow at the Cherry Hill Cemetery in Cherry Hill, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday, January 24, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

Pallbearers will be Torrey Drager, Chase Brewer, Tyler Hurst, Jordan Bass, Jestin Bass, and Brynten Rose.

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Barbara Ilene Hay

Barbara Ilene Lindsay Hay, age 75, of Mena, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the Waldron Nursing Center in Waldron, Arkansas. She was born on Monday, November 19, 1945 to Louis Daniel and Doris Young Lindsay in Carol, Maine.

Barbara was a loving mother, wife, and a Christian, a member of Salem Baptist Church. She was a medical transcriptionist by trade. She enjoyed the outdoors, spending many hours with her husband camping and fishing at Broken Bow Lake. She loved doing her hobby of arts and crafts. Christmas was her favorite time of year, spending many hours decorating her Christmas tree. She will be missed dearly by all those that knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Louis Daniel Lindsay and Doris Lindsay; and one sister, Carol Ann Lindsay.

Barbara is survived by her husband, W.D. Hay of Mena; two sisters, Pamella Pierce and Gail Rice both of Brewer, Maine; two daughters, Michelle Renae King of New Iberia, Louisiana, and Heather Lana Gibson of Roy, Utah; two step daughters, Linda Kay Godbold of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Donna Jean Bergeron of Tioga, Louisiana; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Paula Ann Ashley

Paula Ann Ashley age 71, of Mena, died Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Ashton Place in Barling, Arkansas. She was born on Friday, August 26, 1949 to Chester Lee and Mary Ellen Gorden Walston in Mena, Arkansas.

Paula was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tommy Ashley; two brothers, Billy Gene Walston and Danny Walston and her brother in law, Bobby Brooks Sr.

Paula is survived by her son and daughter in law, Brad and Mandy Ashley of Mont Belvieu, Texas; her daughter and son in law, Tonya and Brandon Griffiths of Van Buren, Arkansas; two sisters, Pam Brooks of Mena, and Sherry Warren of Mena; two sisters in law, Judy Lane of Mena, and Linda Berry of San Antonio, Texas; seven grandchildren, Justin Ashley of Mena, Devin Ashley of Mena, Bailee and Drew Griffiths of Van Buren, and Dalton, Sabrina, and Miranda Pittser of Mont Belvieu; one brother in law, Monty Warren; several nieces and nephews, Bobby and Staci Brooks Jr. of Mena, Robby and Sherri Hines of Mena, Michael and Aimee Warren of Springdale, Shannon and Cathy Roberts of Fort Smith, Houston and Carol Lane of Mena, Everett and Melinda Fairless of Hatfield, Kevin and Lisa Berry of Oklahoma City, and Christy Martinez of San Antonio, Texas; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 2:30 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Max Deaton officiating. Interment will follow in the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena. No visitation is planned. Arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Visitation will be general and the family will be receiving friends and family at the Ashley residence in Potter.

Pallbearers are Brent Gorden, Steve Bell, Rod Titsworth, Mitch Titsworth, Alan Titsworth, Jimmy Titsworth, and Brandon Hemphill, Michael Warren and Bobby Brooks Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the MD Anderson Cancer and Research Center at www.mdanderson.org/donors-volunteers/donate.

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Eduardo "Lalo" Herrera

Eduardo "Lalo" Herrera, age 53, of Mena, Arkansas died on Thursday, January 14, 2021 St Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on Sunday, April 23, 1967 to Alberto Herrera and Guadalupe Parra in El Arco, Mexico.

Lalo was a good man of the Catholic faith. He believed in working hard to support his family. He took great pride in his work at Rosewood Completion He was passionate in renovating his home, and loved living in nature. Lalo enjoyed fishing, gardening, and his roosters. He loved his family, and they were always his motivation in life. Lalo was a loving husband, son, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Lalo is survived by his loving wife, Tammy Burkett Herrera of Mena; his parents, Alberto and Guadalupe Herrera of El Arco, Mexico; one daughter, Julie Herrera of Mena; one step son, Kevin Burkett of Cove; one step daughter, Summer Burkett of Mena; three brothers; nine sisters; two grandchildren, Lucas Cox of Mena, and Averiona Burkett of Cove; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Brother Ron Ladd officiating. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Howard Thomas Goins

Howard Thomas Goins, age 77, of Mena, Arkansas died on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Mena Regional Health System. He was born on Wednesday, June 2, 1943 to John and Louise Goins in San Antonio, Texas.

Howard was a simple man who enjoyed the small things in life. He was a Christian and loved classical music as well as the opera. Howard especially loved blaring opera from his front porch. Carmen and Phantom of the Opera were among his favorites. Howard had many musical talents and played the piano as well as the cello. Howard served in the Air Force as an air traffic controller during the Vietnam War era. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to a friend or stranger in need. Howard had many talents and enjoyed rock polishing and jewelry making as well as Native American bead and leather work. Later in life he was very proud of his work with the Ouachita Little Theater and his pottery creations. Howard was a loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Howard is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John Goins.

Howard is survived by two daughters, Lisa Honeycutt of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Loretta Schaub of Stillwater, Oklahoma; two sisters, Louise Kuykendall of Nursery, Texas and Judy Worley; three nephews, Dr. Jonathan Goins of Saipan, David Worley and Daniel Worley; two nieces, Tammy Ramirez and husband Frank and Beverly Thomas and husband Darrell; six grandchildren, Rachel Littlebird, Caleb Andrew Dakota Dahley, Samantha Honeycutt, Matthew Aaron Schaub, Heather Nicole Schaub, and Stephen Schaub; three great grandchildren, Rhythm Jean Denise Thomas, Luna Schaub and another on the way; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Octavia Cemetery in Octavia, Oklahoma with Brother Frank Ramirez officiating. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Mitzi Duckett

Mitzi Diane "Nana" Duckett, 60, of Mena, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 due to complications of COVID-19 in Texarkana, Texas. She was born on Wednesday, June 22, 1960 in Mena, Arkansas to Joyce Alexander and Tony Haskell Vaught. Mitzi was a member of Cherry Hill Gospel Church and served on numerous committees.

Mitzi, together with her husband Ronnie, owned several businesses including The Corner, Southside General Store and Northside. However, her favorite title was Nana. Nana took great pride in spoiling her grandchildren whether by hosting their birthday parties, creating magical holidays, pool parties, trips to the pumpkin patch or Easter Egg Hunts, just to name a few. Mitzi loved having her family at home for any occasion. While the holidays seem unthinkable without our Nana, we know she would want us to carry on her great traditions. However, we are quite confident our Christmas tree nor our coordinated pajamas will ever be as perfect as Nana's.

Mitzi is survived by her husband of 18 years, Ronnie Duckett; son, Clay Knighten and wife, Hayden; daughter, Whitney Milum and husband, Michael; step daughter, Rhonda Bensen and husband, John; step son, Kyle Duckett and his wife, Heather. She was happiest in the presence of her grandchildren Kate, Easton, Hudson, (Coming Soon: Kinley) Knighten; Cooper Mac and Conley Grace Milum; Maddie, Lauren, and Charlie Bensen; Trever Pierce; her parents, Paul and Joyce Alexander; step brother, Monty Alexander and wife, Eileen; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. .

A private family service will be held on at Cherry Hill Gospel Church with Brother Mark Lyle and Brother Tom Hartley officiating. A public graveside service will be Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 3:00 P.M. at the Cherry Hill Cemetery with serves entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cherry Hill Gospel Church.

Pallbearers will be Kris Lyle, Johnny Hilton, Brian Erickson, Trever Pierce, Doug Irwin and Braxton Arceneaux.

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Mavis Dale

Mavis Dale, age 73, of Mena, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021 in Mena, Arkansas. She was born December 21, 1947 in Breathitt County Kentucky.

She was a long time member of the Extension Homemakers Club of Pottsville Arkansas. She was also a long time volunteer for the Arkansas Red Cross bloodmobile blood drives. Some of her favorite hobbies included reading, playing Sudoku puzzles, and going to yard sales.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Joyce and Betty and one brother, Carl.

She is survived by her three children: Stanley Terry and wife Tanya of Clay City, Kentucky; Paula Rogers of Beattyville, Kentucky and John Dale with wife Abigail of Mena, Arkansas. Also survived by one sister Brenda Deaton of Beattyville, Kentucky and two brothers: Willard Deaton of Beattyville, Kentucky and James Floyd Deaton and wife Linda of Mena, Arkansas. Also, one step-brother, Rollie Thomas Mullins with wife Kim of McGhee, Arkansas and one half-brother Ike Deaton of Middletown, Ohio. Also a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Also a special friend of the family, Jessie Cooley.

Graveside Services will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021 at the Mt. Gilead Cemetery in Rocky, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Emmett Roy Coleman

Emmett Roy Coleman, age 81, of Hatfield, Arkansas passed from this world to the hands of our Lord on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Mena Regional Health System. He was born on Sunday, February 26, 1939 to Roy and Mildred Coleman in Modesto, California.

As a very young man he learned to work hard in the sugar beet fields to help support his family. All of his life he valued hard work and taught it to his children and grandchildren. A strong patriot Emmett joined the US Navy at the age of 19. Emmett was a self taught early entrepreneur and ran several very successful businesses in various industries from harvesting to real estate. He owned and operated Emmett Coleman Trucking and Beet Harvesting in Wilcox, Arizona; Coleman Equipment in Chandler, Arizona; Sunbelt Truck Sales in Phoenix, Arizona; National Service Systems in Fort Worth, Texas and Coleman Properties in Mena, Arkansas. In 2001 Emmett and the love of his life Evelyn moved to Mena, Arkansas in happy retirement where he loved to fish, spend time with his grandchildren and ride his tractor.

Emmett was the strong patriarch of his family, an employer that inspired loyalty from his employees, and a good friend who was loved by all. He was the man who would give you the shirt off of his back and as importantly would teach you where to source the materials to create your own shirt at the absolute lowest cost. Emmett was a strong, proud and loving man who will be missed by many.

Emmett is preceded in death by his parents and his three brothers, Roger Coleman, Lawrence Coleman and Wayne Coleman.

Emmett is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn Coleman of Hatfield; two sons, Aaron Coleman of Hatfield and Jason Easley of Tucson, Arizona ; two daughters, Tammy Nichols of Cove, Arkansas and LaDonna Allen of Nashville, Tennessee; one brother, Don Coleman of Modesto, California; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Friday, January 15, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Brother Russell Threet officiating. Interment will follow in the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena. Visitation will be general. Arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Carol Ann Thanos

Carol Ann Thanos, age 86, of Mena, died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at The Springs of Mine Creek in Nashville, Arkansas. She was born on Sunday, July 29, 1934 to John Huss in Chicago, Illinois.

Carol was a Christian woman who attended the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena. She worked as a registered nurse in Southern California for many years, and was also very proud of opening her own real estate company, American Dream Real Estate. Carol dedicated herself to learning something new every decade, such as learning to play the violin at the age of 63. She enjoyed good food and music as well as spending time with her beloved dogs, Tina and Cha Cha. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Charles Thanos; and one brother, Bill Huss.

Carol is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Thanos Wade of Mena; and a host of other relatives and friends.

No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Vera Sue Green

Vera Sue Green, age 55, of Mena, died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at her home. She was born on Thursday, November 4, 1965 to Donald Ray parker and Charlotte Sue Turner in Taft, California.

Vera was a Christian woman who attended Baker Rock Church in Wickes. She had a wonderful sense of humor and felt that the love of her family was all that truly mattered. Vera had a big heart, and loved all of her family and friends immensely. She was a loving person, always willing to give someone a second chance. Vera liked to sew, do different arts and crafts, and go shooting with her son, Randy. She was a fan of 80's Heavy Metal bands like Poison. She loved the water whether it be lakes, rivers, or the ocean. Vera was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, David Parker and Donny Parker; and special father, Alvin Jones.

Vera is survived by two sons and daughter in law, Randy and Jill Dill of Mena, and Bricen Green of Mena; one daughter, Dixie Jones of Mena; five grandchildren, Randy Dill, Duncan Dill, Camara Dill and Robbie and Nevaeh; special mother and extended family, Shirley Parker of Mena; special sisters, Chandra Ponce and Linda Santiago both of De Queen; special brother, Roger Hornbeck of Fresno, California; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Charles Stricklin

Charles Stricklin, age 87, of Mena, Arkansas died on Friday, January 1, 2021 at the Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on Wednesday, July 5, 1933 to Jess Stricklin and Retha Melissa Williams Stricklin in Heavener, Oklahoma.

Charles proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War, aboard the USS Black Battleship. God and family were his guiding light in life. He would often say, "God is good, if you let Him be." He was an active member of the First Assembly of God Church in Mena. Charles was a very hard worker, and always did everything with integrity. He said that his career as a self-employed salesman started when he was 8 years old selling garden seeds. He was a district leader in The Gideon's International, a Mena Police Officer, the Mayor of Hatfield, and Pastor at the Board Camp Assembly of God. Charles loved to make people laugh and was quite a jokester. He was very passionate about gardening and loved flowers of all kinds. He also liked fishing, listening to Southern Gospel music, and was a very talented woodworker. Charles always enjoyed his coffee, as well as ice cream and coconut cream pie whenever he could get it. Most of all, Charles loved his family. He was very close with his parents and siblings, and he instilled that love in his own children. He was so proud of the family he raised and cherished every moment with all of them. Charles was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Jess and Retha Stricklin, his wife, Mary Jo Farley Stricklin; two brothers, Obie Stricklin and William Stricklin; and two sisters, Dosha Tilley and Pauline Wiles.

Charles is survived by Norma Stricklin of Mena; one son, Richard Stricklin of Richmond, Virginia; three daughters and sons in law, Charlene and Randy O'Neal of Hot Springs; Lisa and Marvin Brewer of Mena; and Tressa Mercado of Charleston, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Rikki Stricklin, Brandon O'Neal, Amber and Jacob Goodner, Holly and Wesley Cummins, Amisha and Tim Mosley, and Senia and Dakota Rapp; two great grandchildren, Ivy Jo Cummins and Eleanor Wren Mosley; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, January 8, 2021, at 2:00 P.M. at Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield, Arkansas with Brother Ron Tilley officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

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Xavier Ross Williams

Reverend Xavier Ross Williams, age 94, passed away on December 30, 2020. He was born in McCurtain County, Oklahoma on July 31, 1926 to Clarence Otto Williams and Ora Carter Williams. Ross (as he was called by family and friends) was a graduate of Vandervoort High School, Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR, and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX. He also served in the United States Navy during WWII.

Ross married the love of his life, Elva Lou Francis Stewart on Easter Sunday, April 6, 1947, in Wickes, AR. Two years later, he was called to preach the Gospel and moved his wife and 2 children to Fouke, AR where he began preaching at his first church in Red River Bottoms. Ross and his wife, Elva, spent the next 55 years faithfully serving the Lord in the Gospel Ministry, as he pastored many churches throughout Arkansas. Most of this time was in Smackover, AR, Mt. Ida, AR, and Mena, AR. Ross also served as the Director of Missions during a portion of this time. Ross officially retired after acting as interim pastor to Vandervoort Baptist Church in Vandervoort, AR in 2004.

In addition to serving in the ministry, Ross owned and operated several family businesses, including fabric stores, buidling supply stores, farmland with cattle, and upon his retirement, he owned the fuel base operations at the Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport.

When Ross wasn't working in the church or his other businesses, he loved to spend time fishing on the lake, piloting his airplane, wood working in his shop, or gardening. He loved when his grandchildren or great grandchildren would come to stay.

Ross was proceeded in death by his wife, Elva Lou Francis Williams; his parents, Clarence Otto Williams and Ora Carter Williams; his brother Raymond Williams; and his sisters, Frieda Hilton, Bettye Mae Jones, and JoAnn Basford.

Ross is survived by his children: one son and daughter in law, Gary and Sharon Williams of Mena; one daughter and son in law, Donna and Hal Merriman of Jacksonville; six grandchildren, Kristi and Steve Schuller of Mena, Kevin and Tiffany Williams of Mena, Keith and Amber Williams of Mena, Melissa and Robert Kennedy of Maumelle, Kyle and Cori Williams of Springdale, Kimberly and Chadd Williams of Siloam Springs; nine great grandchildren, Olivia Lockhart, Andrew Davis, Alexis Williams, Nicholas Williams, Tessa Williams, Jenna Williams, Grayden Kennedy, Everly Kennedy, and Aubrey Williams; three step grandchildren, Taylor and Allie Schuller, Kyndon Schuller, and Kasen Schuller; one sister, Wanda Jones; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Most notably, niece Anita Nault, who has been a caregiver for Ross for the last three years.

A Graveside Service will be held Monday, January 4, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Russell Threet officiating.

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