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04/06/2026

Evelyn Lucille Groom Petrus, 97, of Carlisle, Arkansas passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, in Houston, TX.

A woman of profound faith and boundless generosity, Evelyn was the heart of every gathering. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Philip; her son, Phil; and her grandson, Mitch. Her legacy of love continues through her daughter, Marilyn Rice (Mark); her daughter-in-law, Sue; and her adored grandchildren, Trey, Zachary (Nicole), and Kaitlyn (Matt), as well as a large circle of cherished nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.

For many years, Evelyn shared her musical gifts as the organist at St. Rose Catholic Church. At home, she was the ultimate hostess; her kitchen was a place of warmth where delicious meals were served alongside an infectious laughter that echoed through her home.

As a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt, Evelyn’s capacity to love knew no bounds, remaining steadfast and bright until her very final breath. Her family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to Mimi’s Cottage and Devotion Hospice for the tender care and dignity they provided in her final days.

Well done, good and faithful servant. It’s finally time to go home.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation, followed by a Rosary, at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen, AR, on Friday, April 10, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

A funeral service celebrating Evelyn’s life will be held on Saturday, April 11, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church in Carlisle, AR, with interment to follow at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery in Slovak, AR.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mitch Petrus Memorial Scholarship Endowment (through Arkansas Community Foundation) or St. Rose Catholic Church in Carlisle.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! Enjoy this day celebrating with family and friends! He is not here: for he is risen, as he said.” Matthew 28:6

04/03/2026

Jon Burgess Beckwith, age 61, of Hazen, Arkansas, passed away on April 1, 2026.
Born on August 17, 1964, Jon was the son of Betty Pearl and Sam Beckwith and Lyle Reynolds. He spent his early years in Tollville, his family’s namesake community, before later moving to Pine Bluff where he graduated from Watson Chapel High School earning the title of All-State Linebacker. Jon went on to meet the love of his life, Carrie Carter. The two were married on June 11, 1988, and returned to the family farm, where Jon took the reins of the farming operation. Together, they welcomed two sons, Blake and Logan.

During the winter months, Jon spent his days guiding hunters through Whistling Wings Guiding Service, which he founded, making sure everyone had a good time. Jon’s greatest joys included hunting, fishing, his two boys, calling the Hogs, and later in life being known as “Paw Hog” to his two cherished grandsons, Graham and Baker.

Jon loved the Lord deeply, devoted himself to studying the Bible, and shared his testimony many times, always happy to share his faith and love for the Lord with others. He was also known for his musical talents and his love for the electric guitar, as well as his routine appearances in the popular Hee Haw shows held in Hazen. He almost made it big as a member of W***y Bondolly and the 5 Leaver Band, — a chapter of life he remembered with great joy and laughter.

Jon never met a stranger and had a heart as big as his smile, something reflected in the many friendships he built throughout his life. To know Jon was to love him, and you could be certain he was always rooting for the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Jon was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Carrie; and his son, Logan.

He is survived by his son, Blake Beckwith (Sydney); his grandsons, Graham Logan and Baker Hayes; his sisters, Tanya Johnson (Joe) and Jennifer Duck (Ricky); his brother-in-law, Sammy Ray Whiting (Nancy); and his nephews, Josh Johnson, Gage Johnson, Trevor Duck, Austin Duck, Barrett Whiting, and Austin Whiting.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Tollville, with interment immediately following at Hazen Cemetery.

In honor of Jon’s lifelong love and support for the Arkansas Razorbacks, please wear your favorite Hogs or red attire as you join in celebrating his life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Arkansas Razorbacks NIL Fund at www.thelinku.com/Arkansas

04/02/2026

John Timothy Palsa, (known to all as Tim, and to his girls as Big Daddy) age 86, of Carlisle, passed away Tuesday March 31, 2026. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Carlisle and a 32nd Degree Mason; Lifetime Member in Dumas and a Shriner. He was preceded in death by his son John Leslie Palsa, his parents John Edward Palsa and Carra Palsa Mitchell, his sister Joy Palsa Mason and brother in law Wm. A. Mason, Jr., and his brother James Edward Palsa. Tim was born January 27, 1940 in Carlisle, Arkansas. He graduated from Dumas High School and attended A&M at Monticello(now UAM) on a football scholarship before he was activated into the Army during the Berlin Crisis. Upon his return, instead of finishing his last year of college he pursued one of the two loves of his life. One was farming and that December of 1962 he finally convinced the greatest love of his life to marry him, Sue. Nine years later (and anyone who knows him would attest to this) his new favorite person would make her grand entrance into this world, his daughter, Melanie. Almost ten years later, his partner in crime who would make every footstep he made ask a steward of the land joined his family, his son John Leslie. He started his farming career in Desha County with his dad and brother Jim. Tim was a lifelong and faithful steward of the land farming first in the Delta of Dumas where he was known for his exceptional rice crops, along with cotton and soybeans and later in Carlisle where he farmed rice, soybeans and wheat. He instilled in his family the value that “they aren’t making anymore land” so take care of it. Tim never met a stranger, would give you the shirt off his back, loved to travel world wide, loved a good equipment auction, classic cars, flying one of his many airplanes, driving a motorcycle, parachuting, and making his family happy. He was especially proud of his three beautiful granddaughters. One of his favorite sayings was “I always get the last word in with Miss Sue! I say, "Yes ma’am!” He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sue Palsa, his daughter Melanie Palsa of Carlisle, his three granddaughters, Madeleine Palsa Dilley (Allen) of Olive Branch, MS, Olivia and Nina Catherine Brown of Starkville, MS, his grandchildren in love, Brittany Swears Ray (Eric) and Caleb Swears (Madi), of Carlisle, his faithful friend and companion of 11 years Terry Norton and his caregiver of five years, Ranae Ramsey both of Carlisle. He is also survived by a host of relatives and friends worldwide.
Services for Tim will be Friday, April 3, 2026 with visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M.; Funeral services will begin at 2:00 P.M. following the visitation and will be held at the First Methodist Church in Carlisle, Arkansas. Interment will be in the Carlisle Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

03/28/2026

Vina Earlene Tenison, age 74, of Hazen, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on March 28th, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Earlene was born on December 17th, 1951. She was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Tenison, and her parents, Robert and Gussie Perry.

She is survived by her loving children, Daughter, Crystal Mauk of Hazen; and son, Greg (Melissa) Tenison of Hazen; grandchildren, Matt (Kalyn) Tenison of Hazen, Lucas (Autym) Tenison of Hazen, Chase (Noriyah) Sweet of Conway, Lexi Tenison of Hazen, and Randa Mauk of Hazen; Six great-grandchildren, River Kate Tenison, Jax Tenison, Mack Henry Tenison, Miles Tenison, Mercy Sweet, and Colter Mauk; her siblings, Bobby (Cheryl) Perry, Ralph (Linda) Perry, Gary Perry, Betty Huler, and Donna Perry.

Earlene attended and graduated from Hazen High School. She began her career working at Hazen School District in the early 80s when her children first began school and remained there for her grandchildren throughout their school years.

Her love for her family was unmatched; she loved her children and was so proud of her grandchildren and oh how she lit up when it came to her great-grandchildren; they were all her pride and joy.

Earlene was a devoted Christian woman who loved the Lord and her family deeply. She was a member of Walters Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She had a special gift for music and played the piano like no other, a true gift that brought comfort, joy and inspiration to everyone who heard her. She was also known for baking beautiful wedding cakes, she loved sharing her talents to help make others' special days’ even more memorable.

Her love, kindness, and unwavering faith will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Visitation will be Monday, March 30th, 2026 beginning at 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. held at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen.

Funeral services for Earlene will be Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 beginning at 10:30 A.M. held at Pleasant Ridge Missionary Baptist Church north of Hazen.

03/24/2026

Bruce William Campbell, 67, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Bruce was born November 15, 1958, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. He was a 1977 graduate of John Marshall High School in San Antonio, Texas, and later attended the University of Arkansas. From a young age, Bruce had a deep interest in politics, which led him to a distinguished career in Arkansas state government.
Bruce served as Director of the Arkansas Department of Rural Services from 1999 to 2006 during the administration of Governor Mike Huckabee. Through his work, he developed lasting relationships with local and statewide leaders while helping support projects across Arkansas that improved daily life in communities throughout the state.
Bruce later brought his experience to the Arkansas Senate, where he served as a senior staff member and became a trusted presence around the Capitol. Known for his sharp political instincts and his unvarnished, often wry sense of humor, he was someone colleagues sought out for both counsel and conversation. His office was a place where people would stop in not just to talk policy, but to hear a story, get advice, and come away with both a laugh and something to think about.
He went on to serve in the administration of Governor Asa Hutchinson, beginning as part of the governor’s campaign team and his initial transition team in 2014. He then served as a senior advisor and Director of Boards and Commissions beginning in 2015, a role he held through 2021, contributing to the administration during a significant transition period in Arkansas government.
Earlier in his career, Bruce served as president of Total Systems in Waldron (1990 to 1992); vice president of Artex Energy Company in Muskogee, Oklahoma (1986 to 1989); president of Kiowa Transportation Company in Muskogee (1983 to 1986); and manager of Bronco Refining Company in Houston (1981 to 1983).
Bruce was a loving son, father, grandfather, and loyal friend. He was known for his quick wit, warm personality, and sharp sense of humor. He cherished time spent with his family and enjoyed traveling with friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Dean Campbell. He is survived by his mother, Jean Campbell of Fort Smith; his brothers, Scott Campbell (Annie) of Fort Smith and Philip Campbell of Mount Ida; and his three children: Joshua Campbell (Haley) of Carlisle, Ashley Golleher (Griffin) of Carlisle, and Courtney Baird (Duncan) of Bentonville. He is also survived by his nine beloved grandchildren: Lucy and Blake Golleher; Abigail, Claire, and Sarah Campbell; and Duncan, Henry, Campbell, and Benjamin Baird.
Family and friends will lay him to rest at Joplin Cemetery in Joplin, Arkansas, on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. A celebration of life will be held in the coming weeks in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas

03/13/2026

Maurice (Mark) Dale Perry, age 66 of Hazen, AR, passed away on 10 Mar 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on 08 Dec 1959 in Des Arc, AR, Mark was a retired Natural Gas Pipeline Technician for Energy Transfer. He was known for his cooking, loyal friendships and love for nature.

A devoted and loving family man, Mark is survived by his daughters, Andrea (Brandon) Bascue, and Emily Perry; his grandchildren, Gavin Aday (fiancée Kenzlee Minton), and Tristan Aday; his mother, Roz Anne Bell, and his father, Lawrence Dale (Sandra) Perry; siblings, Karen (Larry) Tolar, Cheryl (Mike) Brannon, and Bryan Perry (Mindy Davis); cherished Uncle W. H. Kittler; cousins Jason Avants, & Caleb (Courtney) Holloway; nephew Gavin Perry and nieces Lindsey (Michael) Jiles, and Jaden Perry; loyal canine companions Bubba and Pia. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister Lisa Perry, who we trust was there to meet him at the gates of Heaven.

Services for Mark will be Friday, March 20th, 2026 with a visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M.; Memorial services beginning at 2:00 P.M. held at the Carlisle First Methodist Church in Carlisle, Arkansas. Interment will be in the Hazen Cemetery in Hazen, Arkansas following the memorial service at 3:00 P.M.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to Carlisle First Methodist Church, 215 W 3rd St. Carlisle, AR 72024

03/09/2026

Arbie Vernon Nesbitt, age 82, of DeValls Bluff, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, March 8th, 2026. Arbie was born on February 16, 1944 in Wheatley, Arkansas to the late John and Mildred Nesbitt. Arbie was of the Methodist faith and retired from the MFA Oil Company after many years there. He is survived by his daughter, Audra Nesbitt; his grandson, Matt Perry; and three great granddaughters, Addison, Ava, and Layla Perry.

A visitation will be Wednesday, March 11, 2026 beginning at 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. held at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen, Arkansas. A graveside service will be Thursday, March 12, 2026 beginning at 2:00 P.M. at Oakland Cemetery in DeValls Bluff, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Trace Orman, Colton Swinford, and Cody Brewer.

Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

03/06/2026

Evelyn Louise Holyfield Bullock, of Hazen, Arkansas, passed to her heavenly home on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the age of 98. Evelyn was born in Midwest, Wyoming on September 29, 1927 to Thomas Marlton and Hester Elizabeth (Kauffman) Holyfield. The family moved to Prairie County Arkansas and Evelyn graduated from DeValls Bluff High School in 1946. She married Malcom Young Bullock and they lived in the Center Point Community for 60 years before his death in 2007.

As a woman of faith, she loved her Lord Jesus Christ and spent many years as a faithful member and teacher at Center Point Missionary Baptist Church. Evelyn loved gardening, reading, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; her step-mother, Lucille Holyfield; her husband; two grandsons, Jason Bullock and Tyson Bullock; great grandson, Quinson Bullock.

She is survived by her children, Gary (Barbara) Bullock, Karen (Dwight) Saunders, Rodney (Sherry) Bullock, all of Hazen; seven grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandchildren.

Services for Evelyn will be Monday, March 9th, 2026 with a visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. immediately followed by funeral services beginning at 11:00 A.M. held at Center Point Missionary Baptist Church in Hazen. Interment will be in the Center Point Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in honor of Evelyn to your church’s mission efforts.

Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

03/04/2026

Lillian Ruth Harden, 91, of Biscoe, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, she was born on February 10, 1935, in Miller, Oklahoma, to A.T. and Lucy Lee. From those early years, she learned the values that would guide her life—hard work, devotion to family, and resilience through every season. Those values shaped the woman we knew and loved so deeply.

In 1954, she married the love of her life, Charlie Harden. Together, as lifelong members of the Biscoe Church of Christ, they built a home rooted in commitment, faith in one another, and enduring love. Though she is now reunited with Charlie, their bond lives on through the family they raised and the memories they created. Lillian is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charlie Harden; her sisters, Bertha Montgomery, Ruby Petty, and Edith Eager; and her brothers, Thomas Lee, Avery Lee, and Robert Lee.

Our mom was the heart of our family. She wore many titles—wife, sister, mother—but she lived each one with grace and selflessness.

She is survived by her sister, Rosemary Edge; her brother, Andy Lee; her daughter, Robin Hurst (Ricky); her sons, Charles Harden and Mark Harden; and by a host of grandchildren, great‑grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, all of whom were deeply loved and cherished by her.

To us, she was more than a mother. She was a steady presence, a source of comfort, and an example of unconditional love. Her strength didn’t need to be loud to be powerful. It showed in the way she cared for others, the way she endured loss, and the way she always put family first. She taught us what it means to show up, to stay grounded, and to love without reservation. Mom’s life reminds us that the greatest impact often comes not from grand gestures, but from everyday kindness, patience, and devotion. Her love continues to live on—in the stories we tell, the values we carry forward, and the bonds that hold our family together. While we mourn her passing, we also celebrate a life well lived. We are better because she was our mother. We are stronger because of her example. And we will carry her love with us always.

The family gives special thanks to The Crossing at Riverside and LifeTouch Health of Searcy for the respectful care, and unwavering commitment to our Mom and Dad these last few years.

Rest peacefully, Mom. You are deeply loved, and you will never be forgotten.

Services for Lillian will be Saturday, March 7, 2026 with a Visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M. until 1:45 P.M. at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen, Arkansas; a graveside service will follow beginning at 2:00 P.M. at the Biscoe Cemetery in Biscoe, Arkansas.

Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

02/26/2026

Heaven received a precious soul when Geneva Lorene Mulherin entered into its gates on Wednesday, February 24th, 2026.

Geneva arrived at her Earthly home in Brasfield, Arkansas on October 22nd, 1942 to her proud parents Amos and Lora Taylor. We find comfort that she has now been reunited with them in Heaven.

Geneva was preceded in death by her three sons: Danny Williams, Bruce Williams, and Timothy (Donna) Mulherin along with one grandson: Kerry Williams, one brother: Harley Taylor, and her beloved sister: Helen (Darrell) Horton.

Geneva left behind many loved ones here on Earth that will miss her greatly. She leaves behind her loving husband of 38 years, John Mulherin; their three daughters: Rhonda (Rick) Watkins, Gail (Ronnie) Howard, and Teressa (Wayne) Pitts; three sons: Chris (Kerry) Mulherin, Kevin (Carol) Mulherin, and Jeff (Melissa) Mulherin. Geneva also leaves behind sixteen grandchildren, twenty five great-grandchildren, and her brother Cecil (Stefanie) Taylor.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 27th at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen, AR from 10 am to 10:45 am. There will be a grave site service at the Biscoe Cemetery immediately following at 11am.

02/24/2026

Johnnie Ledford, 87, of Hensley, Arkansas departed this Earth and went to her Heavenly Home at 2:00pm on February 22, 2026 at Briarwood Nursing Home in Little Rock, AR. She was the daughter of Al and Clarice Horton of Hazen, Arkansas who have preceded her in death.

Johnnie is survived by her husband, William D. (Bill) Ledford of Hensley, AR; daughter, Tina Graves & Chuck of Sheridan; son, William L. (Bill) & Dana Ledford of Benton. AR; Grand children: Ben Graves of Columbia, MO; Micah & Jared Self of Sheridan, AR; Sara & Josh Gregg of Austin, AR; and four great grandchildren, Jesse Self, Opal Anne Self, Hayden Gregg and Avery Gregg; and a host of family and friends.

She was a devoted member of East Union Missionary Baptist Church. She was involved with her Life Group and the Trail Blazers Senior Adult group. She was Bill’s devoted wife of 67 years. She held her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren close to her heart and loved them all of her life. She was a resident of Briarwood Nursing Center for the past 19 months. One of the staff members said that she brought them laughs, snuggles and sass, and that she would be missed. It was evident to all that she loved God by her words of “I love you Lord.”, “Help me Lord.” and “I want to go home.”

A Graveside service will be Wednesday, February 25, 2026 beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the Hazen Cemetery located at US-63 North, Hazen, Arkansas.

Many thanks to all for your gifts of love and prayers. Thank you to the caregivers of Briarwood Nursing Center and Geniva Hospice.

Arrangements are entrusted with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

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