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Myrna Corrine Blunt, was born on the 15th and 16th of December, her parents could not agree so her birth certificate shows both dates. She grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada rather poor. Her parents split up when she was 9 and she raised a younger brother and toddler sister. It was a rough childhood. She married and had two sons and a daughter that died before she was born. Now she has 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Myrna accepted Christ before she was 30 and went on the mission field for a couple years in England where she took care of missionaries coming and going, again being a mother to lots of people.

Myrna finished high school than got a degree in accounting at age 40. She also came to America and became a citizen which she was very proud of. She worked for several communication companies almost always at the director level. Her last place was director of finance at CMA her in Mena. She was very smart, very beautiful, outgoing and loved life. She had a fantastic sense of humor and used her entire body to tell a story with her big blue eyes, facial expressions and hands going in all directions. She could make anyone laugh. She loved Grace Bible Church and all the people in it, asking to get the bulletin every Sunday even though she was too sick to attend she wanted to pray for anyone that needed it. The last year of her life was filled with pain due to cancer with hospital stays and chemo, still she read her bible every morning and prayed for any number of people without fail. She always wanted to sing but she would get off key sometimes but now she is singing with the angels making beautiful music in heaven, where everything is beautiful and her husband cant kill the plants. I am her husband and I miss her dearly, but I had her for 18 wonderful years and she put up with me. Now she is loved, out of pain and will still be praying for anyone she thought would need it. Her loss is great, she left a hole in my heart that one day will be repaired when I see her again.

She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Dale blunt, two sons, Robert and Greg Wurzburg; four sisters, Linda langill, Judy Inman, Heather Coulonbe, and Debbie Belof, one brother, Chris Tricker. She is preceded in death by her parents Percy and Muriel Tricker.

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Mr. William C. Ashcraft, born in Mena, Arkansas in 1930. Passed away at the age of 92, in Mena, Arkansas. He will be missed by friends and family.

Services for Mr. Ashcraft will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 29, 2022, at Beasley-Wood Chapel in Mena, Arkansas, with Brother Ron Tilley officiating. Interment will follow at the Shady Cemetery in Mena, Arkansas.

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Michael Keech, age 65, of Opal, Arkansas, died, Sunday, July 24, 2022 at his home. He was born on July 11, 1957 to John Keech and Mary Carpenter Keech in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Michael had a quiet laid back personality. He had a sly sense of humor, and moments of surprising hilarity. He loved to fish and racing cars in his younger days. Michael liked educating people about snakes and was Vice President of the Tulsa Snake Club. He was very creative and an incredibly talented artist. His artwork can be seen all throughout town, the murals in Papa's and The Branding Iron. Michael really enjoyed the outdoors and was always busy doing something outside or working on a new piece of art. His two daughters and loving wife were always the guiding light in his life and filled his heart with joy until his last day. He leaves behind his beloved dog, Ratch. Michael was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Michael is preceded in death by his father, John Keech.

Michael is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Lena Keech of Opal; two daughters and son in law, Tamara and Thomas Cox of Land O' Lakes, Florida, and Heather Keech of Land O' Lakes, Florida; three grandchildren, Kaylyn Brown, Aiyanna Keech, and T.W. Cox; two brothers, Rick and Cindy Keech of Coweeta, Oklahoma, Kevin and Christina Pumphrey; one sister, Lisa and Bobby Simpson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; many nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas with Pastor Bill Lawson officiating. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Marlene Rae Kirk, age 84, of Mena, Arkansas passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022 at the Broken Bow Health and Rehab in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. She was born on Thursday, May 19, 1938 to Elmer and Catherine Gardner in Madison, Wisconsin.

Marlene moved to Mena, Arkansas in 1976 and worked at Queen Wilhelmina State Park Lodge as a housekeeper for nearly 20 years. It was the perfect job for her because Marlene loved people; she never met a stranger. She would often tell stories of short sheeting people and turning their electricity off and laugh about it. Marlene was a loving mother, grandmother and friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Marlene is preceded in death by her parents; her daughters, Debra Lettman, Stacy Kirk and Christina Kirk and a son in law, Roland Lettman. Marlene is survived by her daughter, Lisa Kirk of Texarkana; her son Duane Kirk of Florida; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cremation services are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Margie Ann Harmon, age 54, of Mena, died Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on Sunday, September 17, 1967 to Theodore and Margie Dunigan Tolleson in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Margie had a great personality and absolutely loved her family. She enjoyed joking and laughing and cherished every single moment she could spend with her children and grandchildren. Margie loved her naps, and going to the lake with her family on occasion. She was a devoted wife and mother, and always gave the utmost care and love to her family. Margie was her family's rock, and would do anything for those she cared about. She liked to listen to Classic Rock, and went to many concerts with her late husband in previous years. Margie 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, James Harmon; four brothers, Wesley Tolleson, Eddie Tolleson, DeWayne Tolleson, Steven Tolleson; and one sister, Belinda Tolleson.

Margie is survived by two sons and daughter in law, James and Misty Harmon of Mena and Brad Harmon of Mena; daughter and son in law, Crystal and Billie Ray of Mena; ten grandchildren, Haylie, Bubba, Trinity, Inman, Nevaeh, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Madison, Eli, and Sophia; special children, Xena Wilcox of Oklahoma City, Heather Watson of Mena and Joshua Briscoe of Port Arthur, Texas; two brothers, Arlie Tolleson of Fort Smith, and Jerry Tolleson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; one sister, Lawanda Tolleson of Shreveport, Louisiana; several nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at the Gann Cemetery in Potter, Arkansas with Pastor Debbie Skaggs officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

No visitation is planned.

Pallbearers will be James Harmon, Brad Harmon, Joshua Briscoe, Adam Tolleson, Jeffrey Pollard, and Bubba Harmon.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Michael Joe Frederick age 69, of Mena, Arkansas, died, Sunday, July 17, 2022 at his home. He was born in 1953 to Joseph and Jewel Frederick in Bakersfield, California.

Michael was a loving husband, step-father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. While having no biological children of his own, he opened his life and his devoted heart to his life companion Mona, her children, and her grandchildren. He would open his home to help those in need and give when he had so little to give. Many have been heard saying he was the kind of man that would "give the shirt off of his back". A devout man of Christ, he would pray over the bible scriptures every day, sometimes for hours on end. Known to most as "Big Mike", his love for Jesus and God was his first priority. Psalms 1 1:2 describes him best.

Psalms 1:

1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

Mike was political. One could often see his support and love for his nation with his Facebook posts. He was avidly pro-gun and Republican. Many who knew him knew how fiercely he loved his family, his country and his Lord.

Michael spent time in many places. Born in California, he grew up with his four brothers and sisters, Thomas, Daniel, Cynthia and Janet, and his half brother Richard Bauder III. Travelling a lot as a child, he resided for a short time in the states of California, Washington, Alaska, as well as Blythesville AirForce Base in Arkansas. As an adult, he moved around a little bit. He spent time in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at a commune full of friends and would often reminisce about his time there. When he met his life partner Mona, he fell head over heels in love. Inseparable since 1990, they had a previous home together in Tennessee before moving to Arkansas in 2012. He loved Mona, her kids and grandchildren, his bikes and his guns, and wouldn't be caught very often without his signature bandana on his forehead. His big heart and loving spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

Michael is preceded in death by his loving companion Mona Bailey, his parents Joseph Frederick and Jewel (Tanner) Frederick-Bauder, his brother Daniel Frederick, and his step-father Richard J. Bauder.

Michael is survived by; sisters Janet Lipsou and Cynthia Frederick, his half brother Richard Bauder III, and his brother Thomas Frederick, his companion's children Michael Van Hekken, Criseldis Van Hekken, his companion's grand children Claire Ollie, Paris Haigood, Kai Browning, and Kennedy Ollie, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. The family would like to welcome anyone who would like to add a picture to his celebration of life. If you would like to add a picture, please contact his life companion's son Michael Van Hekken. His celebration of life service will be held on a date to be announced.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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Theresa Watson, age 61, died on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Mena Regional Health System in Mena, Arkansas. Theresa was born on Tuesday, June 20, 1961 to George Trivette Sr. and Kenlinn Trivette in Coldwater, Michigan. Theresa had the kindest heart and was known for going above and beyond to help anyone in need. To know Theresa was to love her. Her children and grandchildren brought her great enjoyment and she was so proud to call them hers. Theresa loved to cook for them and made sure they never left her home on an empty stomach. She loved her little chihuahua Benita and traveling back and forth to Michigan to visit family and friends whenever possible. Theresa worked for the Mena Regional Health System as a hospital cook for several years and made many friends while there. She loved listening to old country and anything by Prince. Theresa was saved at the Big Fork Baptist Church on November 6, 1994. She found peace in knowing her eternal home would be with Jesus. Theresa 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 mother, Kenlinn Trivette; her daughter, Nancy Watson; and one brother, Jerry Trivette.

Theresa is survived by her father, George Trivette Sr.; her husband Jake Watson of Mena, Arkansas; one son, Bobby Gene Willis of Dardanelle, Arkansas; one brother, George Trivette Jr. of Mena, Arkansas; one sister, Terrie Atkins of Mena, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Haliey Needham, Nathaniel Needham, Abbie Martin and Zackary Willis all of Mena, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 2:00 PM at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home.

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Shirley Mease, 86, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on July 8, 2022. Before moving to Mena, she lived in Walnutport, Pennsylvania.

She is predeceased by her husband, Willard Mease.

Born in Eustis, Maine, Shirley moved to New Jersey in her late teens and met the love of her life, Willard, while he was serving in the US Army. They married and moved to PA where they had 2 daughters. Shirley was very creative and a self taught artist. She entered her artwork in many shows and festivals in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania. She also loved country music, crocheting, flea markets & was an avid reader. She worked for Hallmark Cards, a job she loved for many years. She was devoted to her family and her unconditional love for them will be greatly missed.

She is survived by daughters, Shari Weaver and husband Dale of Quakertown, PA and Lisa Squier and husband Chris of Mena, AR. Two step grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews and a sister-in-law, Evelyn Kukura of Quakertown, PA.

Services: Services are private. On-line condolences at www.bowserffh.com.

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Jessie Boon Wilson, age 61, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at his home.

He was born December 13, 1960, in Antlers, Oklahoma to William Gene Wilson and Billie Jane Wilson. He was a long-time resident of Atoka, Oklahoma before moving to Mena where he has lived for over 20 years. He worked as a roofer and a part-time equipment operator. Jessie Boon Wilson was able to travel a lot during his roofing career and made a lot of friends across the country. He liked to talk on the CB radio and enjoyed his yard and flowers. One of his greatest pleasures was to decorate and cook for Christmas, as well as the other holidays, for all his family and others to enjoy. Jessie lived out his life the best way that he could. He was loved by many and will be truly missed.

Jessie is preceded in death by his parents, William Gene and Billie Jane Wilson; sisters, Debbie Wilson and Tammy Williams; brothers-in-law, Chris Smith and Jimmy Williams; nephew, Clint Williams Smith. He is survived by his sisters and their family, Connie Smith of Atoka, Oklahoma, Becky Page and George Page of Mena, Arkansas, Sheila Allen and Darrell Allen of Acorn, Arkansas; all his nieces and nephews, Christy McKee, Kit Smith, George Page, Bryan Page, Wendy Sides, Stephanie Dilbeck, Sam Amiott and Kayala Williams.

Cremation services for Jessie are entrusted to Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.

Online obituary at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

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Joyce June Hunter Tipton was born September 16, 1939, the second of five siblings, to Kelsey and Stella Hunter in Vandervoort, Arkansas. She attended and graduated school at Van-Cove. Joyce was united in marriage to Raymond “Bob” Tipton on May 24, 1958. They were married nearly 58 years until his death, May 2, 2016.

Joyce held many jobs over the years but among her favorites were working at the Lighthouse Drive-In for the Robinson’s whom she considered “family”. She also worked at the Cove post office as a postal clerk where she enjoyed interacting with people. Sharp as a tack, she graduated at 17 as the Valedictorian of the Van-Cove Class of 1956. If you ever faced off with her in Trivia Crack, Trivial Pursuit or Jeopardy, you quickly learned that you always wanted to be on her team because she rarely missed a question. She remained an avid and dedicated Van-Cove Hornets fan all her days and you could always find her with her fellow fans and good friends Alice Ricks and Red Dickison, sitting in “their spot” in the Hornet gym. They would give any referee heck if they felt they were treating their Hornets unfairly. Joyce was also a fan of any sport or activity her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and even her nieces and nephews participated in and she rarely missed an event and enjoyed cheering them on from the sidelines. She was a gifted athlete herself, participating in basketball as a teen, softball as an adult and bowling in leagues most of her adult life. She loved the Hogs and watched the Razorbacks anytime they were televised and attended several games over the years.

Joyce rarely met a stranger and enjoyed any activity that involved socializing. She knew just about everyone in the area and their entire family history. She loved giving gifts and if you are local, you have probably received a gift from her for a wedding or a new baby.

The absolute joy of her life was her family. She was the most proud of her children, Kim and Randy, and being Gram to her 3 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. That loved extended to her siblings and her nieces and nephews as well. She traveled on a few vacations in her later years with her family to the Grand Canyon, the mountains of Colorado and to the beach where she was able to put her feet in the ocean for the first time when she was 78 (She didn’t like it much). If she was with family, she was happy and one of her favorite things was family Sunday dinners. When she was talking to you, she had a way of making you “know” how important you were to her and how much you were loved. Some of her favorite things were babies (ALL the babies), watching tennis, Elvis, and the color pink.

Joyce was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cove. She professed her faith in Jesus long ago and at the age of 80, despite her lifelong fear of water, followed Him in believer’s baptism at the Cossatot River.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; her son, Randy; her sisters, Jean Winfield, and Mary Jane Tipton; her brother, Jerry Hunter. She is survived by her daughter, Kim DePriest and Ike; granddaughter, Celeste Ashcraft and Davy; grandson, Ryan Tipton and Amber; grandson, Dwight DePriest and Summer; great grandchildren, Cassidy, Carmindy, and Camilla Ashcraft, Starla, Skyla and Randalynn Tipton, Sophia and Levi Cummings, Beckett and Memphis DePriest; brother, Jimmy Hunter and wife Shelly; sister-in-law, Barbara Hunter. Special friends, Julie, Rhonda, Lana, Kenzie, Piney, Susan, as well as a host of extended family and friends.

Services for Mrs. Tipton will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 15, 2022, at the First Baptist Church in Cove, Arkansas, with Brother Ron Ladd and Brother Jordan Hunter officiating, under the direction of Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. There will be a visitation held Thursday, July 14, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Beasley-Wood Chapel, in Mena, Arkansas.

Pallbearers are Davy Ashcraft, Dwight DePriest, Ryan Tipton, Jeff Hunter, Jordan Hunter, Rodney Hunter. Honorary pallbearers are Donald Burk and Tooter Tucker.

Online obituary at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

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Burton A Trammell was born July 13th 1941 in Dallas TX and passed away July 11th 2022 at home in Mena AR surrounded by his wife and family, after a long battle with Parkinsons.

As a young boy he moved with his family from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA where he grew up. Burt was a crop dusting pilot in the Central San Joaquin Valley in California by profession and loved to fly.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Norma Trammell, Daughter Rene Pace and husband James of Mena, AR, son Daniel Trammell and wife Angela of Mena, AR, son Peter Trammell and wife Trish of Caldwell, ID, daughter in Law Chrisanne Moody of El Nido, CA, sister-in-law Betty Smith of Boise, ID, grandchildren Stacy Jones and husband Robert of Wickes, AR, Jill Atchley and husband Daniel of Cove, AR, Glen Trammell of Canada, Melissa Sandlin and husband Justin of El Nido, CA, Chris Brinlee Jr. of Boulder, CO, Nick Brinlee and wife Kelly of North Fork, CA, Dillan Brinlee of Boulder, CO, Michael Trammell of Boise, ID, Stevie McCool and husband Rick of Boulder, CO, Katie Trammell of Pocatello, ID, Ben Brinlee of Boulder, CO, 7 great grandchildren Michale, Thomas, Megan, Laykin, Dani, Amelia and Reese.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, brother, infant grandchild and 2 sons Randal and Chris Brinlee, Sr. 

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April Ann Hale, age 27, died on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at the Northwest Medical Center in Bentonville, Arkansas.

April was born on Wednesday, April 30, 1995 to Ernie Dean and Stacy Hale in Mena, Arkansas.

"Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen."

April was blunt and down to earth. She had a beautiful sense of humor and could always make her friends and family laugh. April was very smart and independent and liked to do things for herself. She had a big heart, and loved strongly. April liked to have a good time, enjoyed listening to rock, rap and hip hop and her favorite color was black. She liked the water and enjoyed swimming. April was really good with kids and could often be found babysitting. April was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her father, Ernie Dean Hale; her grandmother, Linda Wilcox; her grandfather, Gilbert Wilcox; and one uncle, Joseph Hale.

April is survived by her mother, Stacy Hale of Oden; four beautiful children; five brothers, Jacob Sullivan of Arkansas, Jason Hale of Mena, Ricky Robinson of Mena, Bradley Robinson of Arkansas, Joseph Hale of Oden; three sisters, Heather Keuker of Cabot, Nichole Hale of Noble, Oklahoma, and Jennifer Hale of Florida; grandmother and grandfather, Zula and Joe Hale of Mena; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

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Donna Marie Stratton, age 64, died on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at her home in Mena, Arkansas.

Donna was born on Wednesday, May 28, 1958 to Bob Thigpin and Betty Garrett in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Donna loved her family and enjoyed being able to spend time with her husband, kids and grandkids. She loved visiting flea markets and garage sales whenever given the chance. Although her family would consider her a homebody, Donna still enjoyed keeping up with current events. She was stubborn, but she thought a lot about others. Donna loved to watch TV drama series, eat reeses cups and cheeto puffs, as well as play games on her phone. She particularly enjoyed listening to the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and lots of classic rock. Donna was considered a fish whisperer. She had a large fish tank full of fish she took pride in caring for. Her beta fish were her favorites.

Donna 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; Bob and Betty Garrett Thigpin.

Donna is survived by her loving husband of 17 years, Jerry Stratton of Mena, Arkansas; four sons, Danny Thorn of Missouri, Bruce Huber of Mena, Arkansas, Bobby Huber of Mena, Arkansas and Steven Huber of Little Rock, Arkansas; one daughter, Christine Mishler of Mena, Arkansas; one brother and sister in law, Doug and Trish Thigpin of Van Buren, Arkansas; two sisters and brothers in law, Debbie and John Squires of Dowagiac, Michigan, and Dana and Mike Hilburn of Neosha, Missouri; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. The family of Donna Stratton appreciates any donation made to assist in paying for her services. Please contact Bowser Family Funeral Home at 479-394-4477 to make a donation.

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Carl Phillip Bailey, age 71, of Mena, Arkansas, died, Friday, July 1, 2022 at the Mena Regional Health System. He was born on Sunday, July 2, 1950 to Byron Fredrick Bailey and Dorothy (Bohrer) Bailey in Missouri.

Carl loved his children and grandchildren and treasured his friendships. He held himself to higher standards as well as others. Carl was a forgiving man. He made his living as a Railroad Dispatcher for many years before retiring and moving to Mena with his wonderful wife Geraldine. Carl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Carl is preceded in death by his loving wife Geraldine Bailey, his parents; and one brother, Doug Bailey.

Carl is survived by two sons, Phillip Loren Bailey of Nashville, Tennessee and Byron Fredrick Bailey of Canyon Lake, California; nine grandchildren; one great grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Judith Lynn Lane, age 74, died on Friday, July 1, 2022 at CHI St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Judith was born on September 29, 1947 to Henry Lee Ashley and Madean Helen Titsworth Ashley in Mena, Arkansas.

Judith was of the Christian faith and always let God guide her life. She was a member of Emblems and American Legion. Judith was a hard worker and spent most of her life farming. She enjoyed sewing, square dancing, going on cruises and horseback riding. In her younger days she was a very talented bowler and won many games and tournaments with her league in Mena. Judith always cared for all her family and loved them with all her heart. Judith was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bobby Lane; and one brother, Tommy Ashley.

Judith is survived by her son and daughter in law, Houston and Carol Lane of Mena; one daughter and son in law, Melinda and Everett Fairless of Hatfield; one sister, Linda Berry of San Antonio, Texas; one sister in law, Ruby Jo Titsworth of Hatfield; four grandchildren, Marcus and Rebecca Lane of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Tyler Lane of Alvarado, Texas, Traven Lane of Horatio, and McKayla Lane of Mena; one great granddaughter, Isla Lane of Fayetteville, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 2:00 PM at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Ron Tilley officiating. Interment will follow at the Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 from 12:00 - 2:00 PM at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel preceding the service.

Pallbearers will be Rod Titsworth, Mitch Titsworth, Alan Titsworth, Ronnie Fields, Shawn Fields, and Chad Fields.

Honorary Pallbearers are Brad Ashley, Brandon Griffith, Delon Fields, Danny Fields, and Thermon Robertson.

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