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04/05/2026

03/25/2026

Celebration of Life for Mrs. Ida Mae Harris

December 18, 1924 - March 16, 2026

Sunday, March 29, 2026

Visitation: 1:00pm | Funeral: 2:00pm

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
809 E. Main Street | Blytheville, AR
Pastor: Rickey Everett
Officiating: Lawrence Haley

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03/25/2026

Final Arrangements Honoring, Rev. Robert Louis Dennis

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Visitation 10:00am | Celebration of Life 11:00am

First Missionary Baptist Church
600 E. McHaney Drive | Blytheville, Arkansas
Pastor: Odale Jones
Officiating: Rev. Johnny Williams

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03/25/2026

Services for Mr. Robert Earl Mays Sr.

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Visitation: 2:00pm | Funeral: 3:00pm

Prince of Peace Church
501 E. McHaney Drive | Blytheville, Arkansas
Pastor: Tim Rogers
Eulogist: Willie Williams

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03/23/2026

Mrs. Ida Mae Harris, 101, of Blytheville, Arkansas was born December 18, 1924, in Osceola, Arkansas, the daughter of Bessie Thompson. She was a member of Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, having the distinction of being the oldest member of the church, she also served the church as an usher, a sister in the mission society, and a member of the hospitality committee.

Mrs. Ida enjoyed spending her days on the fish bank, and cooking, but most particularly she was known for the beautiful, handcrafted quilts that she created. She was a kind, loving and giving lady, who said what she meant and meant what she said. During her career, she worked as a medical assistant to Dr. Brewer for many years.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Bessie Thompson Hall, her daughter, Mae Louise Davis, her husband, Brodie Harris Sr., brothers, George Hall, Estell Hall, sisters, Viola Harris, and Shirley Aldridge.

She is survived by two brothers, Albert (Ethel) Hall of Allentown, PA; and Willie (Clara) Hall of Blytheville, AR; two special nephews, Ronnie (Pearlie Smith) Aldridge of Blytheville, AR; and Collins Hall of Allentown, PA; a special niece, Mae King of Blytheville, AR; two special God-daughters, Gloria Williams, and Dr. Anes Abraham; her Pilgrim Rest Missionary Church Family, many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, 1:00pm until 2:00 pm at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 809 East Main Street, Blytheville, where Reverend Ricky Everett is the pastor.

Celebration of Life Services are scheduled to begin at 2:00pm at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. Reverend Lawrence Haley will deliver the eulogy with interment to follow in Gethsemane Gardens Cemetery.

Condolences can be expressed online at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/mrs-ida-mae-harris-obituary )

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03/23/2026

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 2Timothy 4:7-8

Pastor Robert Louis Dennis was born July 15, 1952, in Walls, Mississippi to Joseph Dennis and Eva Mae Parr and was raised by his loving uncle and aunt, Billy and Lenora Burton.

Robert was a graduate of Blytheville High School class of 1972. Following high school, he attended Cotton Boll Vo-Tech. Robert honorably served his country in the United States Army as an active-duty serviceman for four years and as a reservist for eighteen years.

Robert’s Christian walk began at the age of 12 years old when he joined New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Conaway. Through his years at New Bethel, Robert was ordained as a deacon and served 18 years before starting his journey into the ministry. His ministry began in 2004 at his beloved New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorage of Reverend J.L. Williams. Then, he was called to serve as assistant pastor of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Hermandale, Missouri under the direction of Reverend Gilbert Davis. In 2016, God directed his path to Malden, Missouri to serve as shepherd of Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church, with his final assignment being Zion Rock Missionary Baptist Church, in Portageville, Missouri, where he served as the Pastor until his death.

On March 15, 2026, GOD called home one of his most faithful servants from St Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Pastor Dennis is survived by his loving and devoted wife of fifty-seven years, Wendy Kuykendall Dennis of the home, two sons, Randall (Cassandra) Dennis of Loganville, Georgia; Randy (Shenieka) Dennis of Chantilly, Virginia; one daughter, Pamela (Melvin) Garrett of Jackson, Missouri; two sisters, Viva Byrd of Memphis, Tennessee; and Leora Hawkins of Chicago, Illinois; twelve grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00am until services begin. First Missionary Baptist Church, 600 East McHaney Street, Blytheville, Arkansas where Odale Jones in the pastor.

Celebration of Life Services are scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00am at First Missionary Baptist, Reverend J.L. Williams will deliver the eulogy. Full military honors and interment will follow in Whiteside Gardens in Osceola, Arkansas.

Condolences can be expressed online at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/pastor-robert-l-dennis-obituary )

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03/22/2026

Robert Earl Mays Sr. was born January 5, 1964, in Grenada, Mississippi the son of John Mays and Carrie Gates Mays. Robert was a graduate of Blytheville High School. He lived a life defined by his tireless work ethic. He was a man who led by example, earning the respect of his colleagues through nearly 30 years of dedicated service as a Plant Supervisor at Friedman Industries.

Robert passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the age of 62. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Robert Mays and Carrie Mae Gates Mays, his maternal grandparents, Minnie Lee Luster Gates and Tylis Gates and his paternal grandparents, Ruby Mays and Grant Mays.

Those left to cherish precious memories are his beloved wife, Martha Mays of the home, his loving children, Robert Earl Mays Jr. and his wife Letricia Mays of Blytheville, Arkansas; Tylis Jermaine Mays and his wife DeRika Mays of Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Marcy Genise Mays of Jonesboro, Arkansas, his brothers, Anthony Gene Mays of Blytheville, and Michael Tyrone and Amber Dority of Blytheville his sisters, Ruby Dell Mays Derri and her husband Eddie of Jonesboro, Johnnie Mae Mays-Wheeler of Jonesboro, his grandchildren, Quenetta Alexis Amari, Rhya Emariya, Robert Earl III, Rajohn Eniah, Rhyes Emojae, Romus Eniah, Mar Quesha Thomas, Shoniqua Donnerson, Maya Tylise, Andre’a Elise, Justice Demaria, and Keysten Tremaine Jr. His legacy continues to grow through his four cherished great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 2:00pm until services begin at 3:00pm at Prince of Peace Church, 501 East McHaney Drive, Blytheville, Arkansas, where Minister Tim Rogers is the pastor.

Celebration of Life Services are scheduled for 3:00pm at Prince of Peace, Reverend Willie Williams will deliver the eulogy, with interment to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Condolences can be expressed online at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/mr-robert-earl-mays-sr-obituary )

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03/21/2026

Funeral Service for Mr. Richard H. Hill
August 12, 1938 - March 9, 2026

Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11:00am

03/21/2026

Funeral Service for Mr. Richard Herman Hill will be live streamed here at 11:00am CST

Saturday, March 21, 2026

03/17/2026

George Henderson, Jr. was born on July 27, 1986, in Blytheville, Arkansas, to Joyce Carter and George Henderson, Sr. A proud graduate of Blytheville High School, Class of 2004, George went on to build a strong work ethic and career as an industrial supervisor with Tenaris.

George was a devoted husband, a loving and attentive father, and a loyal friend to many. Known for his warm spirit and welcoming nature, he truly never met a stranger. His love for cooking was one of the many ways he brought people together, often sharing meals that reflected both his generosity and joy. In his leisure time as an avid marksman, he enjoyed shooting fi****ms and playing on the gaming console.

On Thursday, March 12, 2026, George transitioned at his home at the age of 39. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Joyce Carter.

Those left to cherish his precious memories include his loving wife, Latricia Luster Henderson; his son, Zayden Henderson; his daughter, Zariyah Henderson; his father, George Henderson, Sr.; his sister, Kyrisha Carter; his brother, Jarijuana Carter; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and dear friends whose lives he touched deeply.

A memorial service will be held to honor the life and legacy of George Henderson, Jr. on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at McDonald-Horne Funeral Home, 1207 S. Division Street, Blytheville, Arkansas 72315.

Condolences may be shared online at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/george-henderson-jr-obituary )

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03/16/2026

Funeral Rites for Mr. Richard H. Hill

August 12, 1938 - March 9, 2026

Visitation: Friday, March 20, 2026 | 5pm - 7pm
Funeral: Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11:00am

Pleasant Grove Community Church
222 E. Semmes Ave.
Osceola, AR, 72370
Pastor: Edward Richrdson Jr.

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03/14/2026

Funeral Program for Ms Wilma Jean Stokes