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Thornton Funeral Home, 211 Luzerne Street, Mount Ida, AR (2025)

11/13/2025

John Daniel Zmuda

John Zmuda, 79, of Hot Springs, AR, passed away November 12, 2025, at home with family by his side. John was born December 15, 1945, in Des Plaines, IL to Dan and Harriett Zmuda. John is preceded in death by both parents.

John is survived by his wife of 35 years Dean (Jones) Zmuda, grandson Cory Porter, great grandson Lake Porter, sister-in-law Jo Childress, Sarah Jimerson, and Nina Rucker, the mother of his grandson Kari Dougan and husband Danny, special friends Burt and Mary Scales, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 2pm at Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Burt Scales will officiate, the service. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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11/08/2025

Billy John Ballentine

Billy John Ballentine, 82, of Pencil Bluff, Ar passed quietly with his family at his bedside on the Ballentine farm on Friday, November 7, 2025. He was born October 4, 1943 in Hot Springs, Ar to John David and Iva O. Ballentine. He is preceded in death by both his parents, his grandson Zack Klutts, and his wife of 59 years, Grace Virginia Ballentine.

John lived most of his life in Pencil Bluff on the family farm. He was a farmer and a diesel mechanic. He owned and operated Ballentine's Garage for many years. John mastered many trades throughout his life from wood carving to building small self propelled engines. There wasn't much he couldn't do and he was always willing to help. He was also involved in many ministries: Mexico mission trips, Prison ministry at Cummins, Montgomery County Jail Ministry, Appalachian Christian Project, Red Cross Disaster Relief, and a member of the Gideon's. John also loved visiting and sharing God's word at the Montgomery County Nursing Home and Assisted Living.

His most fulfilling time was the last 14 years at Wednesday night Bible Study at the Pencil Bluff Firehouse led by Freddie and Phyllis Davis. This is where he received the Gospel of Christ, in 1 Corinthians 15 : 1-4, and he would tell anyone who would listen.

John is survived by: his son Charles ( Liz) Ballentine, his daughter Tammy ( Ben ) Harrison all of Pencil Bluff, Ar; his sister-in-law Mammie Vanderford; Grandchildren Luke Klutts, Markie Blocker, Jessie (Josh) Starr, Coley (Fayth) Ballentine; Great Grandchildren Lane and Bo Starr, Lily and Laney Klutts, Bella and Abby Ballentine; niece Sheila Hickman and nephew Richard Wheeler.

Special thanks to Elite Hospice and staff of Mena Regional Health System.

There will be no service per John's request. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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11/05/2025

Nyssa Mariee Norman

Nyssa Mariee Norman, 22, of Mount Ida, AR passed away November 4, 2025, at home with family by her side. Nyssa was born April 29, 2003, in Lincoln NB, to Daniel Guerra Jr and Stephanie Michelle Hervey.

Nyssa is survived by her husband Dennis Bobst, parents Chester and Josephine Norman, her biological parents Daniel Guerra Jr, and Stephanie Michelle Hervery, brothers Daniel J Norman, Frankie Guerra, sisters Norma Guerra, Mariah I Guerra, and a host of nieces, nephews and other family and friends.

Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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10/31/2025

Charles Eakes

Charles Eakes, 76, of Pencil Bluff, AR, passed away October 29, 2025, at home with family by his side. He was born on December 14, 1948, in Greenville, NC to Evelyn Eakes. Charles is preceded in death by his mother Evelyn Eakes, brothers Bruce Strickland, Butch Strickland, Rusty Strickland, Greg Strickland, sisters Janice Genton, Wanda Strickland and a very dear special friend Mary Ann Damazio.

Charles is survived by his wife of 55 years Deborah Eakes, daughters Shannon Royce and husband Greg, Patricia Lankford and husband William, son Charlie Eakes and two bonus daughters Makayla Eakes and Michelle Barnett, grandchildren Kurstyn McDougal and husband Nick, Dalton Royce and wife Tina, Garrett Lankford, Logan Royce, Austyn Lankford and wife Morgan, Caleb Lankford, Brandon Lankford and wife Miah, Cameron Lankford and wife Esmi, Breonna Lankford, Gavyn Lankford, Casen Eakes and Eli Eakes, great grandchildren Landyn Royce, Reagan Royce, Riley Royce, Jaxon McDougal, Slade Lankford, Zoe Lankford, Kolbie Lankford, Zaxbie Lankford, Kambre Lankford, Danielle Lankford, brother Jerry Strickland, sisters Gale Moore, Pamela Boyer, two bonus grandchildren Rylee Starr and Paityn Starr, nieces, nephews, special friend Greg Pate and a host of other family and friends.

Celebration of life will be November 15, 2025, at 2pm at his home 4063 HWY 270 W, Pencil Bluff, AR 71965. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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10/27/2025

Evelyn Deloris Bryant

Evelyn Bryant, 89, of Mount Ida, AR ran into the arms of Jesus October 25, 2025, at CHI St Vincent in Hot Springs, AR with family by her side. Evelyn was born on September 24, 1936, in Sims, AR, to Henry and Nellie (Owen) Elder. She is preceded in death by both parents, husband Floyd Bryant, daughter Anita Irons, grandson Brent Shaw, sisters Wilma Tedford, and Wanda Blackburn, brother Lloyd Elder, son in law Dean Morrison.

Evelyn is survived by her daughters Bonnie Betts and husband Billy, Thelma Whitfield and husband Johnny, Sheila Bryant, grandchildren Wendell Morrison and wife Karen, Brian Morrison and wife Janie, Stephen Morrison, Kelly Betts, Cameron Betts (Michelle), Karen Betts, Anthony Shaw, Brandon Minton and wife Jennifer, Kimberley Davis and husband Kevin, Trevin Harris (Ashley), 28 great grandchildren, 29 great great grandchildren, 5 great great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 1 to 2 at Faith Tabernacle Church, service will follow at 2pm at Faith Tabernacle Church in Mount Ida, AR. Brother Josh Harper and Brother Dave Speers will officiate the service. Burial will be at Reed Cemetery in Story, AR, Pallbearers: Wendell Morrison, Johnny Whitfield, Kevin Davis, Brandon Minton, Trevin Harris and Jarrett Davis. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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10/22/2025

Vernon Wayne Allen

Vernon Wayne Allen, 65, of Mount Ida, AR passed October 21, 2025, at home in Mount Ida, AR with family by his side. Wayne was born March 28, 1960, in Hot Springs, AR, to Donald Allen and Edna (Carter) Norman. He is preceded in death by his mother Edna Norman, sister Cheryl Renee Parker.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 40 years Barbara Allen, daughter Tiffany Allen (Tyler Wright), son Shaun Smith and wife Brittany, grandchildren Brody Smith, Braxton Smith, Bryce Briar, Oliva Briar, and Asher Smith, brothers Donnie Allen and Randy Allen, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life Friday November 7,2025 at 11:00am at Community Outreach Ministries 203 Ballpark Rd Mount Ida AR 71957. Bro Josh Harper and Bro. George Wright will be officiating. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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10/20/2025

Mary Ann Damazio

Mary Ann Damazio, 62, of Oden, AR, passed away October 19, 2025, at National Park Medical Center, with family by her side, after a very long lengthy and hard fight against cancer. Mary Ann was born September 4, 1963, in Oden, AR, to Ray Spurling and Edna Lenard. She is preceded by both her parents, one brother Mack Spurling.

Mary Ann is survived by her husband Billy Damazio, daughters Makayla Eakes, and Mali Damazio, son Billy Joe Damazio, grandchildren Casen Eakes, Eli Eakes, Rylee Starr and Paityn Starr, brothers Paul Spurling and wife Mary, Jr Spurling and wife Peggy, Hop Spurling and Gene Spurling, her favorite niece Kimbo, other nieces, nephews, special friends Robin Damazio and Debbie Eakes and a host of other family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Oden Methodist Church at 11am. Burial will be at Oden Cemetery. After the service the family will gather to visit, share stories and eat at 390 Ouachita Ave. Oden, AR 71961. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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09/30/2025

William Archibald McVitty

William Archibald McVitty passed on September 26, 2025, at a care facility in Petaluma, California. Born January 15, 1933, in Mount Vernon, New York and a fifty-seven plus-year resident of Gualala, California, he was 92 years old. He was predeceased by his wife Ava Chambers McVitty, who passed nine months ago; by parents Archie and Eileen; siblings Charles, Terrence, Virginia and Alice; birth mother Anna Sweeney McVitty; and his first wife and two children by that marriage.

He is survived by a loving and connected family: son Jerry Tidwell (Jerilyn), Daughter Mary Ann Tidwell-Jones (Bob); grandchildren Colleen, Andrew (Lauren), Chris, John, Robert; great-grandchildren Hudson and Nash; sisters-in-law Jone Chambers and Marsha Chambers; cousin Stephanie McVitty; cousins Helen and Gerald Murders, Willa Dean Graves; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Born and raised in Mount Vernon, New York, he was a member of a large and connected Irish family. Graduating early, he joined the United States Air Force just after high school. After training, he was sent to Occupied West Germany for the first of three tours of duty there. Focused on radar operations and maintenance, he also served in Labrador and several locations in the United States. He was a member of the American military throughout the core time of the Cold War. Receiving many accolades, awards and training certifications, he eventually retired after twenty years attaining the rank of Senior Master Sergeant.

In 1968, while stationed at the Air Force Radar Station near Point Arena, located on the Mendocino County Coast in Northern California, he met Ava Chambers Tidwell McVitty. They married on February 5, 1970, and were nearing fifty-five years of marriage when she passed. He persevered in her absence, continuing to undergo treatments for cancer as well as dealing with various cardiac issues until his passing. He thought and spoke about her and missed her until his last moments. Appreciation and gratitude to the staff of Windsong of Sonoma for their nurturing support and care.

Together they owned and operated several businesses, including a gas station and a real estate company in Gualala. They retired in their mid-fifties, living a long and rich retirement.

Bill and Ava found great joy in travel. They took trips to Ireland, Germany, Austria, and the Caribbean; their main travel focus, and efforts were in seeing the United States, taking numerous driving trips to sights, family, and friends while experiencing a significant majority of the lower 48 states.

Through Ava and his introduction to Arkansas relatives, ways, and living resulted in twice-yearly trips there for decades and eventual ownership of a farm they took great pride in. Splitting time between their homes in California and Arkansas, the very different existences they had in both, brought them great pleasure and enjoyment.

He will be laid to rest at Rocky Cemetery, Sims, Arkansas alongside Ava and generations of family. A graveside service will be held on October 9, 2025, at 11am. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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09/26/2025

Kenneth C Greene

Kenneth C Greene, 69, of Mount Ida, AR passed away September 25, 2025, in Hot Springs, AR with family by his side. Kenn was born in St Petersburg, FL to Harry and Phylis (Spece) Greene. He is preceded in death by both his parents, brothers William Greene and Charlie Greene.

Kenn is survived by his wife Ann Greene of 31 years, daughters Maggie Greene, Michelle Conner, Christina Garrett and husband Dennis, Samantha Black and husband Jeff, sons Dennis Conner and wife Brittany and Timothy Conner and wife Grace, 17 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, sisters Nancy Porter, Sarah Calahan, and Aimee Greene.

There will be a Memorial Service at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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09/23/2025

Jerry Douglas West

Jerry Douglas West, 90, of Norman, AR, passed away September 22, 2025, in Mount Ida, AR, with family by his side. He was born on September 5, 1935, in Norman, AR to Albert and Etta (Beck) West. Jerry is preceded in death by both parents, sister Jane Alice Cox and one great granddaughter Layla Kennedy.

Jerry is survived by his wife Clara (Hamilton) West of 66 years, daughters Vicki Barrett, Lorri Kennedy, Jennifer Campbell and husband Jeff, son Skyler West and wife Natalie, 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren.

Graveside service will be Friday, September 26, 2025, at 2pm at Black Springs Cemetery. Bro. Danny Tillery will officiate the service. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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09/23/2025

Jane Alice Cox

Jane Alice Cox, 87, of Caddo Gap, AR, passed away September 22, 2025, at home. Jane was born July 8, 1938, in Norman, AR, to Albert and Etta (Beck) West. She is preceded in death by both her parents, husband Donnie Cox, son Tony Cox, brother Jerry West and good friend Darlene Hilton.

Jane is survived by good friends Tim Hilton, Josh Bright (Yeng), and Shawn Wright, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Graveside service will be Friday, September 26, 2025, at 10:00am at Mt Gilead Cemetery. Bro. Tony Hill will officiate the service. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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09/17/2025

Cynthia Renae Davis

Cynthia Renae (Tuttie) Davis, 65, of Black Springs, AR passed away on September 16, 2025, with very close friends by her side. Cynthia was born August 30, 1960, in San Luis Obispo, CA. to Sunny and Connie (Curtis) Stroud. She is preceded in death by both her parents, husband Kevin Davis.

Cynthia is survived by sisters (Sherry Hallmark, Diana Lebow, & April Stroud-Shed), caretaker and best friend Corrina Pipkin, Mount Gilead Church family, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Cynthia never met a stranger. She loved talking about the Lord and spreading the gospel. She was quick to tell you she was a child of the King. She was in church worshipping the Lord when the doors opened on Wednesday and twice on Sunday. She read the word daily.

Tuttie was a social butterfly, so no outing was quick as she visited with everyone. She loved sharing her knowledge of all things random and giving advice. She had a knack for decorating. She liked to travel. She enjoyed flea market shopping and helping friends with their projects. She appreciated everything in nature. She loved all animals and wildlife, but her passion was horses. She loved riding horses, hiking, and taking pictures of nature. Many miles and hours were spent riding horses and making trails. She was a member of Garland County Mounted Search & Rescue. She lived life fully and made her mark on everyone that met her. She shared a special relationship with each of her friends.

A special thank you and appreciation to Montgomery County Nursing Home & Rehab, UAMS, CHI, Genesis Cancer Center, Arkansas Hospice, Ken & Heather Borden, Tommy & Debbie Moore, Dewayne & Linda Hodges, Mount Gilead Baptist Church, The Powell Family, & Thornton Funeral Home.

Visitation will be Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5 to 7pm at Thornton Funeral Home. Graveside service Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 10am at Powell Family Cemetery in Norman, AR, off Liberty Road. (cemetery is directly across the road from 584 Liberty Rd. Norman, AR) Officiating Bro. Steve Finney. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

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