Roller Funeral Home Paris, 1700 E Walnut Street, Paris, AR (2026)

01/28/2026

Bobby Lewis Cravens, 77, was born to Myrtle Dale Lewis Cravens and Robert William Cravens on January 12, 1949 at the Paris Hospital in Paris, Arkansas. He passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2026, in Paris.

Bobby attended Paris and Prairie View Elementary Schools and then Scranton High School where he graduated with the class of 1967. After graduating high school he attended Ozark Vocational Technical School in electronics and graduating on August 9, 1968. He entered the US Navy shortly after and served until November 1974. He graduated the US Naval Air Technical Training Command in Glynco, Georgia, as radar tech with training in equipment repair, communications and damage control. He served on the USS Saratoga Air Craft Carrier which traveled all over the world. This piqued his interest in the countries of the world. He would often talk about his travels while serving in the Navy.

Bobby returned home to live at his home place in Dublin, Arkansas where he became an expert electronics repair man for the community. He was also a long-time employee of Dr. Betty Ben Uzman and her daughter, Dr. Betty Tuba (Pym) Uzman, on the Gehring Farm near Dublin. He enjoyed and loved to talk about his work there.

Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle Lewis Cravens and Robert William Cravens

He is survived by cousins including, Clarence Wayne Gray and his wife Melba Harvell Gray, Susan Cravens Houser and husband Roy and Nenah Jean Cravens Fulmer, his employer, Dr. Pym Uzman and several 2nd cousins on both sides of his family as well as many good and caring friends and neighbors including the Ron and Sandy Kremer family, the Bennie Galla family, the Bob Koenigseder family and the Uptigrove family.

After burial at McKendree Cemetery there will be a Memorial Service to be determined at a later date.

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01/27/2026

Freeda Fern Bean, 84, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in Paris. She was born on April 8, 1941 in Paris to her parents, Horace and Lillian (Cooksey) Rice.

Freeda was a loving homemaker who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She loved to cook and share recipes with her family and friends and go shopping.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by three sisters, Velda Cooley, Orene Gattis and Joyce Rice; three brothers, Jerald Rice, Arlen Rice and Garlen Rice and her grandson, Jason Miller.

She is survived by three daughters, Tammy Garrison and husband Joe of New Blaine, Tara Bean of Paris and Kierra Mojeres and husband Marion of Branson, Missouri; three sons, Rodger James and wife Sharon of Magazine, Russell James and wife Sarah of Paris and Ruben Brandon Parrott of Paris; her significant other of over 38 years, James Bean of Paris; one sister, Elsie Hanan of Russellville; 17 grandchildren, Billy Garcia and wife Elisha, Thomas Garcia and wife Lesli, Rodger James II, Joseph James, Preston James, Dennis James, Tasha Harris, Jamie Harris, Joey Harris, David Harris, Kayla Lensing, Brandon Parrott, Peyton Parrott, Kristen Vance, Rachel Cox, David Caldwell and Maverick Mojeres and numerous great and great-great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, February 2, 2026 at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel officaited by Pastor Kellie Sprick. Burial of cremated remains will be held at a later date at Baxley Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren.

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01/19/2026

Janie ''MaMaw'' Young, 88, of Paris, Arkansas passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Charleston with her loved ones by her side.

Janie was born on December 21, 1937, in Midway, Arkansas to her parents Bennie Lowe and Mae (Adams) Lowe. She worked as a cook for several of the nursing homes in the area. She loved to cook and some of the families' favorite items she made were her biscuits and chocolate gravy and fried potatoes. Besides cooking she enjoyed potted plants, playing bingo, watching game shows and WWE wrestling.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of thirty plus years, Holmon Young; her son, Nelson Young; her daughter, Mae Pearl McGrath; brothers, Kenneth Lowe, Bobby Lowe and BC Lowe; her sisters, Anna Lee Redding and Jeanette Dorrough; grandchildren, William Young and Amanda Young.

She is survived by her son, Ralph Young of Paris; her daughter, Darlene Blalock and husband Edward of Paris; her sister, Elwanda Bridges of Paris; grandchildren, Jeff Young, Kenneth Blalock, Rebecca Young, Zack Young and Rufus Young; several great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; several other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held from 2:00-3:00 p.m., Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m., burial will follow the service at May Cemetery in New Blaine.

Funeral service and arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

Pallbearers will be Jeramiah Young, Jeff Young, Zack Young, Aiden Young, Noah Crane and Zander Young.

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01/17/2026

Charlotte Kay (Downs) Humphries, 73, of Magazine, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Fort Smith.

Charlotte was born on August 5, 1952, in Paris, Arkansas to Willard Downs and Charlene (Bynum) Downs. She worked as an LPN at Booneville Community Hospital and as a Psychiatric Nurse at the Booneville Human Development Center. Charlotte enjoyed spending time with her family & friends, whether they would go out to eat or take trips shopping in Branson and Springfield. She was a people person and would make friends wherever she went.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 23 years, Henry Saborn Humphries, Jr., two brothers, Oneal Downs and Charles Downs; one sister, Gaylon Hice (Downs).
She is survived by her daughter, Dean'na Gremillion and husband, Bobby of Magazine; two sons, Darin Wesley Cox of Magazine and Michael Saborn Humphries of Magazine; one brother, Jerry Downs and wife, Dianne of Booneville; a sister, Carol Smith of Magazine; five grandchildren, Ethan Hughes, Jake Gremillion, Hailey Gremillion, Destiny Rose Gremillion and Serena Winter Cox; one great grandchild, Lucian Gremillion and several other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Friday, January 16, 2026, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris officiated by Rev. Tammy Frederick burial will follow the funeral service at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery near Magazine.

Funeral services and arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

Pallbearers will be Clifton Hice, Quentin Hice, Bryant Sims, Daniel Hohf, Keith Downs and McCallen Sims.

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01/15/2026

Harry J. Beshoner, 78, of Subiaco, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 in Paris, Arkansas. He was born on February 11, 1947 in Scranton, Arkansas to his parents, Anton and Margaret (Krallman) Beshoner.

Harry retired from the Paris Express after over 50 years of dedicated service. He was a member of the St. Benedict Catholic Church and Men's Society and was a 4th degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus Council 3787. Harry was an avid baseball fan and loved to follow the St. Louis Cardinals and the Arkansas Razorbacks.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Margaret Beshoner.

He is survived by his wife of over 57 years, Mary Carolyn (McCombs) Beshoner of Subiaco; two daughters, Heather Beshoner of Fort Smith and Lindsey Shamblin of Fort Smith; one brother, Bill Beshoner and wife Ruth of Morrison Bluff; three grandchildren, Hannah Shae Shamblin and fiancé Seth Fields, Dawson Cole Shamblin and Harper Grace Edwards and numerous brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews and extended family members.

A memorial rosary service will begin at 6:15 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco. The family will visit with friends 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after the rosary.

A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, officiated by Fr. Mark Stengell O.S.B. with burial to follow in St. Benedict Catholic Cemetery.

Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

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01/14/2026

Juanita Flock Needham, 85, of Subiaco, Arkansas gained her permanent angel wings on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Paris, Arkansas. She was born on December 27, 1940 in Scranton, Arkansas to Charles ''Bud'' Flock and Undine ''Wh**ey'' Berry.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Larry Needham; her son, Kenny Draper and wife Angie of Subiaco; her daughters, Donna Geels and partner Robert Geels of Morrison Bluff and Teresa Morton and husband Douglas of Paris; her grandchildren, Kenny Draper, Jr., Christopher Draper, Amanda Draper, Alisha Ambler, Craig Geels, Cari Geels, Jason Geels, Jamie Wilson, Zachary Graham, Grant Morton, Jake Morton, Alanna Oplotnik, and Quinn Morton; her great grandchildren, Tyler Geels, Julie Geels, Caitlin Harrison, Emily Geels, Emma Jennings, Eli Geels, Daisy Danti, Greyson Morton, Bennett McGuire, Elsie Mae Oplotnik, Anna Draper, Kiya Xiong, Kamiya Ambler, Kilyn Ambler, Chloe Draper, Skilar Draper, Connor Draper, Harper Draper, and one upcoming great-great grandchild.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Ellsworth Cemetery officiated by Pastor Bobby Richardson under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris

Pallbearers will be Craig Geels, Jason Geels, Douglas Morton, Jim Canada, Kenny Draper, Jr. and Christopher Draper.

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8

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01/12/2026

Shirley Marie Kremer, 73, of Scranton, Arkansas passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Clarksville, Arkansas. She was born on June 15, 1952 in Paris, Arkansas to her parents, Frank Alfred and Mary Clementine (Beshoner) Kremer.

Shirley was a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Scranton and she loved to read and listen to country radio.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one sister, Mary Ramona Whitman and four brothers, Frank J. ''Bud'' Kremer, E.C. Kremer, Jack R. Kremer and Roger Dale Kremer.

She is survived by two sisters, Elaine Sprick of Scranton and Alfreda Jenkins and husband Michael of Scranton; her sister in law and caregiver, Jeanette Kremer of Scranton and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.

A visitation will be held from 6:00-7:00 p.m., with a rosary service to begin at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Scranton.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, January 16, 2026 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church officiated by Fr. John Miranda. Burial will follow in St. Meinrad Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris

Pallbearers will be Frank S. Kremer, Clay Kremer, Frank Curtis Whitman, Roger H. Kremer, Clint Sprick and Patrick Kremer.

Honorary pallbearer will be Michael and Dalton Jenkins.

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01/08/2026

Patricia Nell Newborn, 89, of Paris, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at her home in Paris.

She was born on March 31, 1936, in Paris to her parents, Charles Finis Stender and Freda Beatrice (Harris) Stender. She was a schoolteacher for many years teaching first grade in Paris and third grade in Alma. She was a member of the First Assembly of God church in Paris, loved working in her flower beds at home, driving down the highways and back roads to Missouri, playing the piano at weddings, funerals and church services and teaching others to play the piano.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her two brothers, Charles and Jerry Stender

She is survived by her son, Anthony ''Lynn'' Newborn of Paris; two grandchildren, Sandra Smith and husband, Russell of Wichita Falls, Texas and Greg Newborn and wife, Rhaina of Caulksville, Arkansas; four great grandchildren, Alex McCarley and wife, Breanne, Ben Newborn, Gabe Newborn and Ellie Newborn; one great-great grandson, Baker McCarley and several other family members and friends.

Graveside Memorial Service and burial of cremated remains will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery in Paris officiated by Rev. Thomas Carpenter.

Cremation and graveside memorial service is under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

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01/07/2026

Dixie L. Lokeon (Hoopes), a devoted and loving mother, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Paris Arkansas with her loved ones by her side. She was the heart of her family and will be remembered for her unwavering strength, generosity, and independent spirit.

Dixie was born on February 18, 1943, in Mill City, Oregon to her parents, Melvin D. Boatwright and Grace D. (Dunkle) Boatwright. A hardworking woman throughout her life, Dixie believed deeply in providing for her family and leading by example. Her strong will carried her through life's challenges, and her determination inspired everyone who knew her. She was fiercely independent. Dixie worked for AHA-Quin retail store in California as a cashier and store manager and also worked for Cloyes Gear Company in Fort Smith in shipping and receiving. She loved being outside and laying in the sun, fishing for catfish, floating down the river, and working on her farm taking care of all the animals. She had a generous soul and found joy in helping those around her, often putting the needs of others before her own. As a mother she loved deeply and unconditionally, also was a very loving and caring person, she opened her door to anyone in need, she provided a home for foster children in Arkansas for many years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of eighteen years, Stephen Carl Hoopes; two brothers, Dale and Larry Boatwright; three sisters, Beverly Bacchetti, Lynda Clayton and Patricia Wilcox.

She is survived by her son, Wayne Hoopes of Paris, Arkansas; two daughters, Shelley Hamilton and husband, Dennis of Blythe, California and Geraldine Fox and husband, Brian of Manchester, Tennessee; six grandchildren, Tamara Wade, Megan Zandi, Melissa Hoopes, Bambi Barr, Damon Hamilton and Cody Hoopes; ten great grandchildren; several other family members and friends.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

There are no services scheduled at this time. Burial services will be held at a later time with family

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01/07/2026

Helena Anita Earl, 78, of Branch, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025 in Branch. She was born on September 21, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois to her parents, Helrio Ayala and Lucille Mary (Schwartz) Frederickson.

Helena worked for several years as a phlebotomist for Cooper Clinic and later retired from the Logan County Health Department.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Earl and two brothers, Bob Frederickson, Charlie Frederickson and niece, Ann Koranda.

She is survived by one son, Mike Earl and wife Donna of Branch; two grandchildren, Logan Earl of Russellville and Lauren Earl of Branch and three nieces, Teresa Frederickson of Glenwood, Illinois, Patricia Frederickson of Glenwood, Illinois and Kathy Frederickson of Glenwood, Illinois.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m., with a rosary service beginning at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

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01/01/2026

As a new year begins, we know it may feel different for many families. Grief does not end when the calendar changes.
If you are stepping into this year carrying loss, please know you are not alone. We remain here for you, honoring the lives remembered and supporting the families who carry them forward.
Wishing you moments of peace and comfort in the year ahead.

12/29/2025

Bobbye June Raimondi, 94, of Altus, Arkansas formally of Paris passed away Friday, December 26, 2025 in Clarksville.

Bobbye was born November 15, 1931, in Scranton, Arkansas to Guy Ramsey and Delilah (Needham) Ramsey. Bobbye was a Florist for many years at Paris Flower Shop with her husband and was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Paris. She enjoyed working with flowers, gardening and being a minister's wife. Her main love was her grandchildren, who she loved spending time with.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 67 years, Rick Raimondi; her brother, Don Ramsey and her sisters, Wileen Stovall and Reba Hamel.

She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Thompson and husband, Brent of Altus; three grandchildren, Alicia Dawn, Brent Andrew and Cody Allen Thompson all of Altus and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.

In lieu of flowers please feel free to make a memorial contribution to Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 701 North Fifth Street, Paris, Arkansas 72855.

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