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05/27/2026

Wanda Lacy, 85, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in Osceola, Arkansas. She was born on August 22, 1940, in Dyess, Arkansas to Clay May and Allie Bishop May. Wanda was a teacher for 40 plus years, and she taught at West Memphis High School and Lepanto High School. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Lepanto, Arkansas.
Wanda is preceded in death by her parents, husband: Lonnie Lacy, two sons: Whitney Lacy and Warren Lacy, four brothers, three sisters and one grandson: Dillon Lacy.
Wanda is survived by her daughter in law: Amy Lacy of Lepanto, Arkansas, three grandchildren: Hannah Ashabranner (Kyle) of Manila, Arkansas, Seth Lacy of Lepanto, Arkansas and Brody Lacy (Harley) of Lepanto, Arkansas, five great grandchildren: Haelyn Smith, Owen Ashabranner, Whitney Lacy, Clay Lacy and Walker Lacy, her dear friend: Sue Truelove and a host of other family and friends.
There will not be any services at this time.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto, Arkansas.

05/27/2026

Hector Carmelo Cruz Ramirez, 62, of Dyess, Arkansas, departed this life on Friday, May 22, 2026. He was born on July 16, 1963, to Gregorio Cruz and Juventina Rameriz in Totolcingo, Mexico.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and one brother: Jose Guadalupe.
Hector is survived by his wife of forty-four years: Maria Guevara of the home, four children: Janet Cruz (Ricardo) of Mexico, Viviana Cruz (Alfredo) of Dyess, Arkansas, Hector Cruz of Dyess, Arkansas, and Alina Cruz (Phillip) of Dyess, Arkansas, three brothers: Miguel Cruz, Angel Cruz and Armando Cruz, three sisters: Herminia Cruz, Olga Cruz, and Veronica Cruz.
Funeral Services will be announced at a later date.
Burial will be held at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto, Arkansas.
Brother Greg Smith will officiate the service.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto, Arkansas.

05/25/2026

Our offices will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day🇺🇸

05/24/2026

Robert Donald Vaughn Jr., 66, of Memphis, Tennessee, departed this life on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Bartlett, Tennessee. Robert was born on January 8, 1960, in Lepanto, Arkansas, to Robert Vaughn Sr. and Brenda Anne Noblin. He attended the Bartlett Church of Christ and was known as an avid outdoorsman and talented fabricator. Robert enjoyed listening to 1980s music, watching old westerns, and spending time talking with friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Robbie Anne Vaughn. Robert leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Jayme Hammond (Josh) of Huntsville, Alabama; his sister, Robin Rolland (Tim House) of C**t, Arkansas; his companion, Debbie Cates of Brownsville, Tennessee; and his beloved grandchildren, Cheyenne Hammond and Joshua Hammond, both of Huntsville, Alabama. He is also survived by his niece and nephew fur babies, Miss Claira Belle and Parker Lane. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto, Arkansas, from 1:00 p.m. until the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto, Arkansas.

05/18/2026

Carline Virginia Roark, 93, of Lepanto, Arkansas, departed this life on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at her home. Carline was born on August 20, 1932, in Manila, Arkansas, to Carl Freeman and Callie Rollins Freeman. She attended the Etowah Pentecostal Church of God for 40 years. Carline was a caregiver to everyone she met. She was a loving mother and nanny to all her grandchildren and was dearly loved by all who knew her.

Carline is survived by her son, Gary George (Dianne) of Newport, Arkansas; stepsons, Gary Roark of Keiser, Arkansas, and Clifford Roark of Lepanto, Arkansas; sisters, Shirley Adams of Manila, Arkansas, Betty Rogers of Lepanto, Arkansas, and Diane Riley (Cecil) of Monette, Arkansas; son-in-law, Skeeter Rash of Lepanto, Arkansas; daughter-in-law, Mary George of Lepanto, Arkansas; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and one beloved fur baby, Mitzi.

She is preceded in death by her husbands, Walter Junior George and Herman Roark; one son, Jimmy George; one daughter, Donna Rash; brothers, Bobby Freeman, Sonny Freeman, and Jim Freeman; and one sister, Bonnie Hobbs.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with funeral services beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Delancey Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at Coffeyville Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home.

05/13/2026

Junette Steakley Gist, 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Cedarhurst Senior Living in Wentzville, MO. She was born in Houston, Arkansas on June 30, 1932. She was
preceded in death by her parents B.F. and Mamie Steakley of Lepanto, Arkansas; her 7 siblings; and her husband Harold Gist.
She is survived by her son Jon (Debbie) Wingo of Wentzville, MO; grandsons Jonathan (Ashley) Wingo of Wentzville, MO and James Wingo of Kansas City, MO; and great grandsons Jace, Jameson, Jack, and Jacob Wingo who knew her as “Grandma June.” She was loved dearly by many, including nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Junette described herself as a “child advocate.” She was passionate about educating young minds. She began her teaching career in a rural school teaching a combined first and second
grade room in Deering, Missouri before moving to Montana. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Great Falls, Montana in 1958 and taught grades 4, 5, and 6; earned her Master’s degree from Arkansas State University in 1969, and her principal’s certification from UMSL in St. Louis, Missouri. She began her Hazelwood School district career as a reading specialist at Bonfils Elementary then became an instructional specialist at Charbonier School in 1971. In 1976, she became the Hazelwood School District’s first female elementary principal serving at
Charbonier School, later becoming Lawson Elementary. She left Lawson in 1980 and finished her career retiring from Townsend Elementary as principal in 1992. She was always an active
supporter of the Hazelwood PTA Council Scholarship Run/Walk earning top fundraising awards and taking numerous 1 st place trophies in her age category, the last one in 1988 at 56 years
old. Junette’s passions were family, animals, gardening, and history. She was involved in her subdivision Garden Club and volunteered as a docent at the St. Louis Kaplan-Feldman Holocaust Museum. She was well known for her pet sitting activities as well as her love for her songbirds. She received many hours of peace and comfort watching and feeding her birds out on her back deck, just observing the beauty of nature and reading hundreds of books about a
multitude of subjects, especially history. The stories and memories of her long and successful life will be with us for many years to
come.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto, Arkansas, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., and a visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Burial will follow at Potter Memorial Cemetery, Lepanto, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an animal shelter of your choice.

05/12/2026

Drake Alan Malone, 31, of Lepanto, Arkansas was born on October 21, 1994 to Timothy Lee Malone and Jana Jo Tacker Malone in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He went to be with Jesus on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Pawpaw, Leroy Malone, Jr, and Whitlee’s sweet baby.
Drake is survived by his mother: Jana Jo Tacker Malone of Lepanto, his father: Tim Malone (Kellie Allen) of Lepanto, sister and best friend: Whitlee Laine Malone of Lepanto, Grandparents: Cletus and Judy Tacker of Lepanto, grandmother: Janet Malone of Tyronza, uncle: Paul Malone (Mitzi) of Lepanto and Cletus “Trey” Tacker, III of Heth, aunts: Teresa Harris (Percy) of Osceola and Stephanie Tacker Pritchett of Brooklyn, many cousins, hunting buddies,
family and friends.
Drake had the biggest heart. He loved his family, especially his dogs, which he trained to retrieve and hunt. His hunting and fishing ability came naturally. He spent a lot of time preparing places to hunt with his dad, grandpa’s, uncles, cousins, and friends. He would do anything to help his family and friends. Since Drake was a kid, he worked alongside of his Big Daddy, traveling to farm auctions, learning the trade, and hauling back farm equipment to be sold. He will always be remembered for telling the best stories. They were always funny and true. His happy place was being in the outdoors.
In remembrance of Drake, please feel free to wear your hunting attire to his service and bring your turkey and duck calls for his final farewell.
A Memorial service will be held Sunday, May 24, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Lepanto at 3:30 p.m. and visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until service time.
Brother R.J. Platz and Brother Chase Langley will officiate the service.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

05/08/2026

Brinda Dee Fine, 75, of Joiner, Arkansas departed this life on April 29, 2026 at her home. She was born on December 13, 1950 in Keiser, Arkansas to Marcus Daniel and Lucy Dee Wilbanks.
She was a member of the Pentecostals of Carroll’s Corner. Her faith reflected the love and kindness she shared with others. Family was important to Brinda, and she devoted her life to loving and spoiling her kids, grands, great and great great grandkids. The memories she created with her family will be treasured forever. She enjoyed the simple pleasures, especially going to yard sales, making crafts, and spending peaceful days fishing. Brinda will be remembered and missed by all who were blessed to know her.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Clyde Fine, Sr., her parents, six sisters: Eunice Spencer, Tammy Trammel, Janet Foster, Carolyn Wilson, Kathy May and Rosa Mullins, one brother: Chuckie Wilbanks, son-in-law: Dale DiTomaso and great grandchildren: Ahlayna and Jimmy Jr.
Brinda is survived by her son: Clyde Fine, Jr (Jimmy) of Joiner, two daughters: Brinda Janice Fine of Dyess, and Nettie Lambert (Mark Taylor) of Turrell, two sisters: Nettie Wilbanks (Nathan) of Carroll’s Corner, and Janie Winkles (Gary) of Ripley, Mississippi, one brother: Michael Wilbanks of Dyess, grandchildren that she raised as her own: Heather, Summer, Skyler, Cody and Serenity, great grandkids that she loved dearly, Ahlbonneye, Bentley, Brantley, Ayden, Aubrey, Aria, Lakelynn, Alora, and JJ, her latest pride and joy, great-great grandchild: Sophia.
Funeral services will be held at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto, Arkansas on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Burial will follow service at Garden Point Cemetery, Etowah, Arkansas.
Brother Alan Gates will officiate the service.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

05/06/2026

Elvertt Leon Griggs, Jr., “Little Leon”, 58, of Harrisburg, Arkansas, departed this life on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Caraway, Arkansas. He was born on May 25, 1967, in Osceola, Arkansas to Elvertt Leon, Sr., and Evelyn L. Griggs.
Little Leon was known for his love of the outdoors. He enjoyed riding 4-wheelers, deer hunting, muzzleloader hunting, and searching for arrowheads. He truly never met a stranger, and he will always be remembered for his kind heart and his special way of making others laugh.
He is preceded in death by his mother: Evelyn Griggs, and his grandparents: Charles and Bertha Herman, and Earnest and Eutha Griggs.
Little Leon is survived by his father: Elvertt Griggs, Sr. of Harrisburg, two brothers: Jimmy Don Griggs (Jennifer) of Keiser and Charles Griggs of Caraway, two sisters: Melinda Towery (Ray) of Dyess, and Angela Potter (Bill) of Parkin, and a host of nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. til service time.
Brother Rick Kimery will officiate the service.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

05/04/2026

Gwenda Lee Cissell, 78, of Bassett, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Trumann, Arkansas.

Gwenda was born on January 6, 1948, in Dyess, Arkansas, to Howard Fincher Jr. and Evelyn Henard Fincher. She was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family. Gwenda was a member of Bassett Presbyterian Church and was known for her kindness, strength, and deep love for those around her.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Joy Shempert.

Gwenda is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Carl Edward Cissell; her son, Lance (Amy) Cissell of Bassett, Arkansas; her brother, Mark (Callie) Fincher of Dyess, Arkansas; her sister, Lynn (James) Smith of Springdale, Arkansas; her grandchildren, Weston (Marla) Cissell of Bassett, Arkansas, and Carlyn (Kane) Carpenter of Dyess, Arkansas; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Chiles Cissell, Sunny Cissell, and Wade Edward Carpenter.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Burial will follow at Louise Chapel Cemetery in Bassett, Arkansas.

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