Joyce Marie Butler, age 75, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023 at her home. She was born on Wednesday, March 12, 1947 to J.G. Wiggins and Mary Watson Wiggins in Corrigan, Texas. Joyce was a very sweet, kind and loving woman. She got along with people very well and she was a devoted and loving wife to her husband, Hugh. Joyce was very talented at many different crafts, but Christmas was most often her crafting focus. She was a member of the AEHC and was the superintendent of food preservation products at the County Fair every year that she was able. Joyce was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Charles Wiggins and John Wiggins.

Joyce is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Hugh Butler of Mena; her sister, Cindi Ariaza of Trinity, Texas; three step sons, Donald Butler of Spring Branch, Texas, Greg Butler of Sealy, Texas, and Michael Butler of Hawaii; one step daughter, Tanya Rhodd of Conroe, Texas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Mena Church of God in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

Online guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Leola Rye, age 84, of Hatton, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at her home. She was born on Tuesday, August 2, 1938 to Odis Lee Sanders and Haddie Louise Bismark Sanders in Wickes, Arkansas.

Leola graduated high school in Coolidge, Arizona with well known guitarist, Duane Eddy. After graduation she attended secretarial college and later attended Henderson and Arkansas Tech. Leola worked at the Lighthouse in Wickes and Alf's factory in Mena. Later, she became the secretary at the Wickes Elementary School for 26 years and was known as a human rolodex, having all the phone numbers to everyone in the school committed to memory. Leola served as Treasurer on the Finance Committee of the Wickes United Methodist Church. She was an active member of the church and always baked the bread for communion. She loved to garden, and was a talented seamstress and artist, making many of her and her children's clothes. Leola enjoyed baking and cooking for her church and family. She kept very active, watching her diet and had a rigorous exercise routine. She had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed making others laugh. Everyone said she was the sweetest, most kind hearted woman they knew. Truly the epitome of a real lady. She was always taking care of everyone else, making sure her husband, kids, grandchildren, family and friends were loved and cared for. Leola was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Odis and Haddie Sanders; three brothers and sisters in law, Bert Sanders, Leroy and Alice Sanders, and Jerome and Linda Sanders.

Leola is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Weldon Rye Jr. of Hatton; one son and daughter in law, Weldon Rye III and Heather of Hatton; one daughter and son in law, Kelly and Mike Callahan of Hatfield; five grandchildren, Jonathon Rye, Max Rye, Matthew Callahan, Maggie Murphy, and Miles Callahan; eight great grandchildren; one sister in law, Ola Jean Sanders; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Wickes United Methodist Church in Wickes, Arkansas with Brother Timothy Rye officiating. Interment will follow in the Witherspoon Cemetery in Vandervoort, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 1:00 - 2:00 P.M. at the United Methodist Church prior to the funeral service.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Witherspoon Cemetery Account at the Union Bank in Wickes.

Pallbearers will be Weldon Rye Jr., Weldon Rye III, Jonathon Rye, Max Rye, Matthew Callahan, Mike Callahan, Greg Rye, and Ed Whitmore.

Honorary Pallbearers are TC Werst and Kenny Werst.

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David Bradley Wyman, age 61, of Mena, Arkansas, died Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Thursday, October 12, 1961 to Harry Thomas and Wilda May (Marvitz) Wyman in Chicago, Illinois.

David was a man that was a free spirit and care free. He enjoyed many different activities, such as going fishing, going the the rifle range and shooting, and playing golf. David also was a member of the Elks Lodge. He was a mechanic, a locksmith, and working in construction. David was a loving brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

David is preceded in death by his wife, Cassie Johnson; his daughter, Alyssa Wyman; three brothers, Harry Wyman, Russell Wyman and Dan Wyman and one sister, Donna Wyman.

David is survived by his brothers, Steve Wyman of Kingsland, Georgia and Rocky Wyman of Mena, Arkansas; three sisters, Laura Maze of Round Lake, Illinois, Sam Burns of Deer Lodge, Tennessee, and Kathleen Zank of McHenry, Illinois; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

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William Kenneth Finney, age 76, of Mena, Arkansas, died on Monday, February 6, 2022 at the CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System in Texarkana, Texas. He was born on Thursday, July 29, 1946 to Johnny Warren and Etha Finney Doyelin Washington DC.

Kenny as he was known, was a man of the faith and served his Lord with all his heart. Kenny loved his family dearly and Jesus, his children and grandchildren brought him great joy. Kenny served his country in the United States Navy for 4 years and was an Airman on the USS Constitution. He served as Commander at the VFW in Waldron and drove the DAV van to Fayetteville, Arkansas for many years. Kenny was a carpenter for many years and loved reading and going on walks and volunteering at local nursing homes. Kenny was a preacher all his life. He loved serving God and doing his work as a preacher. He attended Faith Chapel Pentecostal Church in Texarkana. He loved being a dad and grandpa or to great grands, paw paw. Kenny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wayne Doyel Bob Doyel and L.D. Doyel; and two sisters, Enola Gay Shifflet and Kathy Hope.

Kenny is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie Finney of Texarkana, Arkansas; three sons and daughter in law, Johnny and Teresa Finney of Huntington, Arkansas, Robby and Christine Scroggins of Mena, Arkansas, and Corey Scroggins of Hot Springs, Arkansas; two daughters and son in law, Heather and James Baker of Hartford, Arkansas, and Tonya and David Oney of Marshall, Texas; one sister, Trish Doyel of Fort Smith, Arkansas; twelve grandchildren, Brandon Seagraves of Waldron, Arkansas, Kaitlin Finney of Huntington, Arkansas, Nevaeh Finney of Huntington, Arkansas, Riley Seagraves, Josh Leach, Carmen Bauman, Kendra Griffey, Kirstie Stewart, Matt Stewart, Tyler Baker, Victoria Baker, Ray Scroggins and Case Scroggins; eight great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Tim Rose officiating.

Interment will follow at the Foster Cemetery in Cedar Creek, Arkansas under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home.

Visitation will be the Friday, February 17, 2023 from 8-10 A.M. at the funeral home.

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Vernon Lee Garrett Sr., age 87, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023 the Greenhouse Cottages in Mena, Arkansas. He was born on Monday, November 25, 1935 to Henry and Bessie Garrett in Wewoka, Oklahoma.

Vernon was a man of faith and loved the Lord. He read his bible daily and was a member of the Chant Lane Pentecostal Church in Boles, Arkansas. Vernon served in the Army and enjoyed traveling all over the United States. He was proud to help build two churches in Colorado where he also was part owner in a gold and silver mine. Vernon always felt like Arkansas was his home so he settle in Boles and helped to build the church he currently attended. There he and his loving wife Theresa enjoyed working side by side with their Church Vacation Bible School. Together they purchased a farm with laying houses and raised their children. Vernon loved his children and grandchildren. He was proud of them all. Vernon loved to be outdoors. He became a small engine mechanic and worked on lawnmowers and classic cars. Vernon watched the news daily and enjoyed watching Andy Griffith and Hee Haw. Vernon was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.

Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Bessie Garrett; his loving wife of 50 years, Theresa Garrett; one brother, Edward Ben Garrett; four sisters, Lydia Mae Garrett Harris, Lucy Lorene Garrett Stiles Jones, Amy Pauline Garrett and Bessie Denise Garrett; and one special son-in-law, Monte Williams.

Vernon is survived by two sons and daughter-in-laws, Dewey Lee Garrett and wife, Karla of Lowell, Arkansas, Vernon Lee Garrett Jr. and wife, Paula of Wetumpka, Alabama; two daughters and son-in-law, Theresa Paulette Garrett Williams of Beaumont, Texas and Melinda Carol Garrett McMellon and husband, Tim of Mena, Arkansas; eleven grandchildren, Derrick Williams, Michelle Garrett, Dewey Garrett Jr., Laura Page, Michael Phillips, Matthew Phillips, Alisha Parnell, Julie Wells, Christopher McMellon, Brandon Garrett and Stephanie Garrett; several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Mike Shadden officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home.

Interment will follow in the Six Mile Cemetery.

A general visitation will be held on February 14, 2023 from 9:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home.

Pallbearers are Derrick Williams, Michael Phillips, Matthew Phillips, Christopher McMellon, Brandon Garrett and Isiaha Stipe.

Online guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Vicki Bosch, age 65, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on Thursday, October 31, 1957 to Don Gillam and Geneva (Robinson) Gillam in Benton, Arkansas.
 

Vicki loved the Lord and attended Concord Baptist Church. She was married to her loving husband Al for 45 years. Vicki loved to travel with her family. Branson, Missouri was among her favorite places to visit. She enjoyed going antiquing with Al and looking for good deals to take home with her. Vicki loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. She attended every sports game or program that her grandchildren were apart of. They could always count on her smiling face to be in the crowd cheering them on. Vicki especially loved her little rat terrier Rascal and her grand dogs. They brought her so much joy. Vicki loved to sing and play the piano as well as feed her little bird visitors. She worked for over 40 years as a paralegal at Maddox & Maddox law office where she was considered to be a jack of all trades. Vicki was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Don and Geneva Gillam; two brothers, Leon Gillam and Tommy Gillam; and one sister and brother in law, Doris Dobbs and JD Dobbs.

Vicki is survived by her loving husband, Al Bosch of Mena; two sons and daughter in laws, Chris Bosch and wife Melonie of Springdale, Arkansas and Justin Bosch and wife Andy of Mena, Arkansas; one daughter and son in law, Traci Hostetler and husband Seth of Mena, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Jakob Hostetler, Camden Hostetler, Victoria Bosch and JD Bosch all of Mena, Arkansas; one sister and brother in law, Donna Staggs and husband Jerry of Benton, Arkansas; a special cousin, Barbara Thompson and husband Larry of Mena, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Concord Baptist Church in Ink, Arkansas with Brother Wade Mayberry officiating. Interment will follow in the Concord Cemetery under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 2-4 P.M. in the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel.
 

Pallbearers are John Maddox, David Maddox, Bruce Busch, James Hale, Larry Thompson and Frank Gibson.
 

Honorary Pallbearers are Joey Fryar, Ray Cmunt and Eric Hostetler.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the Polk County Public Library - Children's Library or the Ink RVFD (P.O. Box 84, Mena, AR 71953)

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Mary Head, age 83, of Board Camp, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at her home. She was born on Friday, June 9, 1939 to Noah and Lucille Medford in Mena, Arkansas.
 

Mary attended the Yocana Baptist Church. She was a supervisor at Renova/Alf's for many years and made many friends over the years. She was a very talented basketball player in school and was a great barrel racer. She loved rooting for the Razorbacks and was very skilled at many different crafts and could do anything she put her mind to. Mary loved life on the ranch and riding horses. She was a member of the Polk County Riding Club and was passionate about horses her entire life. Mary was a very talented cook, and everyone loved her homemade chicken and dumplings. Mary was a loving wife for 63, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.
 

She is preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Melvin Medford, and Junior Medford.

Mary is survived by her loving husband, Dewey Head of Board Camp; one daughter, Tina McMellon of Board Camp; one sister, Fairy Dilbeck of Board Camp; one grandson, Cole McMellon of Board Camp; her best friend, Madge Peugh; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Brother Lynn Chiles officiating. Interment will follow at the Liberty Cemetery in Board Camp, Arkansas.

Visitation will be general at the Bowser Family Funeral Home from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM during office hours on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

Online guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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John Forsyth, age 74, of Board Camp, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 the National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was born on Saturday, November 27, 1948 to John and Bonnie Mae Forsyth in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

John was an active member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Mena. His favorite motto was "Carpe Diem" and he always did seize the day. He had a beautiful singing voice and was part of the choir for the Church of England in Canberra. John also had the honor to sing in the choir for the 9/11 services for the Ambassador and Prime Minister of Australia. He was passionate about music and loved opera, deep south and country music. John liked to stay occupied and had many various careers and even became a realtor after retirement. He was a talented chemist, creating ink formulas for many countries and companies. John enjoyed genealogy, exploring local and obscure history. He also liked to go to auctions and find hidden treasures to bring home. John lived all over the United States throughout his life and worked in many countries including India, Australia, and China. He enjoyed all the time he was able to spend with his grandchildren and loved his wife with all his heart. John leaves behind many dear friends and will be missed by all who knew him.

John is preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Linda Graham.

John is survived by his loving wife, Annet of Board Camp; one son and daughter in law, James and Lillie Forsyth of Comanche, Texas; one daughter and son in law, Laura and Gary Delzer of Texas; grandchildren, Sarah, Thomas, Anorah, Noah, Natalie, and Nathan; honorary grandchildren, Cody and Hope; one sister, Jane Forsyth Miers of Little Rock; nephews and niece, Collier, John, and Elizabeth; and a host of other family and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at the First Presbyterian Church in Mena, Arkansas with Pastor Bill Sietz officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home. A private interment will follow the service. A visitation will be held an hour prior to the funeral service in the First Presbyterian Church fellowship hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the First Presbyterian Church at 904 Church Ave, Mena, AR 71953.

Online guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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Stanley Eugene Lisle, age 76, of Mena, died, on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at his home. He was born on Friday, January, 3, 1947 to Stanley Phillip and Anna Doris Howard Lisle in Pomona, California.

Stanley was a Christian and was of the Baptist faith. Stanley was a man that had the willpower that was uncanny. He had many obstacles that he overcame all his life and never met a challenge he could not overcome. Stanley loved his grandchildren and his precious wife, Vina. They were married for 54 years and was a picture of love and happiness. Stanley loved playing pool, listening to oldies music and playing video games with his grandchildren. Stanley was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Stanley is preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Anna Hanks.

Stanley is survived by his loving wife, Vina Lisle of Mena, Arkansas; one son and daughter in law, Gene and Shelah Lisle of Bauxite, Arkansas; two daughters and son in law, Regina and Kevin Taylor of Springdale, Arkansas and Alice Gilley of Mena, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Emmah Been of Bauxite, Arkansas, Nicholas Taylor, Chloe Taylor, Liam Taylor and Karson Taylor all of Springdale, Arkansas and Timothy Lisle of Mena, Arkansas and Harlan Gilley of Mena, Arkansas; several nephews and nieces and a host of other family and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at the Murphey Baptist Church in Norman, Arkansas with Brother Cub Black officiating. Interment will follow in the Murphey Baptist Church Cemetery. A visitation will be held Saturday, February 11, 2023, 2 hours prior to the service from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Murphey Baptist Church in Norman, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be Kevin Taylor, Timothy Lisle, Peter Creppel, Ray Maples, Frank Ginn and Steve Hanks.

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Mrs. Wanda C. Tilley, age 79, of Potter, Arkansas passed away at her home Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

Wanda was born on April 27, 1943, in Vandervoort, Arkansas to the late James “Obie”Cecil and the late Doyce Gibbons Cecil. Wanda was a homemaker and considered a mother to many. Her friends and family knew that her door was always open. She loved and will be remembered for her talent of quilting. She will be missed by all that knew her.

Wanda is survived by her husband, Ray Tilley; son, Dennis Cecil; numerous grand and great grandchildren; a sister Letha Gonzales. Several nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Charlotte Ludwig; and three siblings.

Cremation arrangements were under the care of Beasley Wood Funeral Home.


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Mr. George Trivette, age 86, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023, in Mena, Arkansas. He was born June 25, 1936, to the late Ballard Trivette and Myrtle Bryant.

George was the proud owner of George’s Auto Body. Mr. Trivette married Kenlinn Bartholomew on June 7, 1958, and they remained married till her passing. He loved fishing, camping and riding his motorcycle in his earlier years with his loving wife and brother-in-law. Above all else, he loved his children and grandchildren.

Mr. Trivette is preceded in death by his wife, Kenlinn Bartholomew; children, Jerry Trivette, Theresa Watson; parents, Ballard Trivette and Myrtle; one granddaughter, two sisters, and one brother. He is survived by his children, Terrie Atkins, George Trivette Jr.; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Cremation services for Mr. Trivette are entrusted to Beasley-Wood Funeral Home; there are no services planned at this time.

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Bettye Jane Curtis, age 86, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at the Homewood Cottages in Mena. She was born on Sunday, May 3, 1936 to Sam and Eunice Putman Kirkland in Mena, Arkansas.

Bettye loved the Lord and was a member of the Dallas Avenue Baptist Church and taught Sunday School for years. She was always direct and to the point and her honesty was admired by her family and friends. Bettye enjoyed reading, gardening, crocheting, and sewing. She was an extremely gifted cook. Everyone in the family loved her Fried Chicken especially. Bettye usually listened to Gospel music but also liked to hear live music with her family. She was head cook over the Acorn schools after she retired and was really proud of the work she did. Bettye loved her family very much and cherished every moment she spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She passed away while listening to her loving children talk and laugh. Bettye was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Weldon Thomas Curtis.

Bettye is survived by two sons, and daughters in law, Tom and Mary Curtis of Mena, Lonnie and Sheila Curtis of LaBelle, Florida; two daughters and sons in law, Peggy and Leonard Russell of Waldron, and Barbara and Billy Don Williams of Mansfield; three sisters and brothers in law, Francis and Butch Hennings of Mena, Dovie and Joe Norcross of Little Rock, JoAnn Griffin of Mena; four grandchildren, Frank and Sarah Gibson of Mena, Rebekah Fox of Virginia, Rachel Curtis of Virginia, Elisabeth and Omri Alva of Virginia; four great grandchildren, Joshua Gibson, Jarrett Gibson, Bea Alva, Vivi Alva; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Concord Cemetery in Ink, Arkansas with Brother Frank Gibson officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. No visitation is planned.

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Robert Sexton, age 70, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 4, 2023 at his home. He was born on Sunday, June 1, 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

He is preceded in death by his parents Robert E. and Bessie Mae Sexton.

Robert was a loving father, grandpapa, and friend who loved his family more than anything else in this world. Robert always took an active role in the lives of his grandkids. He taught them how to identify venomous and non-venomous snakes, trees, plants, and all sorts of wildlife. He was always thrilled to hear about their martial arts lessons, classroom stories, football/volleyball, and all of their outdoor adventures. He would constantly encourage them and praise their successes. Robert had a substantial work ethic, spending countless overtime hours providing for his family for over 30 years at Best Foods in Little Rock, Arkansas. He enjoyed listening to old rock bands such as the Eagles, CCR, Black Oak Arkansas, and Buddy Holly. His hobbies were making wire trees, writing, studying wildlife, reading the newspaper, and rooting for the Hogs. Robert was a man of little fear and big morals. He lived his life with love, honesty, and integrity. He always had his family and friends in his mind and heart and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Robert is survived by two sons and daughters in law, Dallas and Angela Sexton of Bismarck, Arkansas, and Shane and Tara Sexton of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and his former wife and loving friend Karen Sexton of Hackett, Arkansas. Robert is also survived by his three grandchildren, Austin Sexton, Avalyn Sexton, and Thaddeus Sexton.

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

Online guestbook: www.bowserffh.com.

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Christopher Eric Burt, age 38, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at his home. He was born on Monday, October 8, 1984 to Patrick and Fe Burt in Beaufort, South Carolina.

Chris was always funny and crazy. You were sure to have a good time while spending time with him. He loved farming and had a huge heart for animals of all kinds. Chris served proudly in the United States Army. He was very proud of his children and family and loved them with all his heart. He enjoyed listening to R&B and hip hop. Chris was a loving father, son, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his father, Patrick Burt.

Chris is survived by his son, Devon Burt of Mena; three daughters, Phoebe Burt of Mena, Olivia Burt of Mena, and Angelina Miles of Germany; his mother, Fe Burt of Deer Park, Washington; and one brother and sister in law, Patrick and Kiura Burt of Cabot; one niece, Maya Burt of Cabot; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A private family memorial service will be held. Visitation will be general at the Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday, February 6, 2023 and Tuesday, February 7, 2023.

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

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Essie Jeanelle Loyd, age 65, of Wickes, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 in Hot Sprints, Arkansas. She was born on Saturday, October 19, 1957 to Clarence G. Caswell and Esta Lee Caswell in Boise, Idaho.

Essie loved helping others. She made her living in her earlier years as a Home Health aide where she enjoyed seeing and taking care of her patients. Essie was known for raising quarter horses and met many people she grew quite fond of during her times of buying and selling horses. She loved her children and enjoyed watching her grandkids participate in any of their activities. Essie was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Sonya Turner; her brother Butch Caswell; and her sister Sharron Mayo.

Essie is survived by one daughter and son in law, Amanda Hambrecht and husband Mike of Hot Springs; one son, Justin Loyd of Wickes; five grandchildren, Adrienne Neal and husband Curtis of Vandervoort, Alec Frachiseur of Vandervoort, Zae-lei Frachiseur of De Queen, Eli Loyd of Wickes and Klara Loyd of Wickes; two great grandchildren, Alec Frachiseur, Zae-lei Frachiseur, Hayden Neal and Harley Neal; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

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