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Since 1944, Brown Funeral Home and Mortuary Service have shown Arkansas that quality truly does matter. Locally owned, with 3 locations and a staff of professional Funeral Directors. Brown's has been recognized as outstanding in the funeral service industry.

12/22/2025

This year can be tough for many of us. If this is your first Christmas without a special loved one, Please feel free to share their names below. 🤗

Mrs. Ethel Laverne Darrough 59, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born in Pine Bluff...
12/19/2025

Mrs. Ethel Laverne Darrough 59, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born in Pine Bluff, AR to the late Earnest Moore, and late Earnestine (Anderson) Mustiful.

She leaves to cherish her memories daughters, Christina Washington, Laquieta Bradley, Danesha Campbell, Tyeshia Darrough, Khadijah Darrough all of Pine Bluff, AR.; brothers, Elvin Mustiful, of Pine Bluff, AR; Earnest G. Moore also of Pine Bluff, AR; Reggie Moore of Topeka, Kansas; sisters, Jacquelyn Boyd, Lillie Mae Reeves, Mary K. Smith, Arlene Jett all of Pine Bluff, AR; Cynthia Lewis of Conway, AR; 20 grandchildren.

Visitation 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2025, at Kings Highway Missionary Baptist Church, Pine Bluff, AR.

Funeral Service will be held 12:00 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Kings Highway Missionary Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR by Rev. Donnell McTyer. Interment in Graceland Cemetery Pine Bluff, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR. Her body will lie in-state from 11:15 a.m. until service time.

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Mrs. Debbie Rachell Jones 59 of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed Sunday, December 14, 2025. Visitation 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m....
12/19/2025

Mrs. Debbie Rachell Jones 59 of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed Sunday, December 14, 2025.

Visitation 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2025, at Brown Funeral Home Pine Bluff, AR.

Funeral Service will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Old St. James Missionary Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR, Rev. Lafayette Woods, Sr., officiating. Interment in Altheimer Community Cemetery Altheimer, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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Mr. Roy Lee Haltiwanger 77 of White Hall, Arkansas passed Sunday, December 7, 2025. Funeral Service will be held 2:30 p....
12/18/2025

Mr. Roy Lee Haltiwanger 77 of White Hall, Arkansas passed Sunday, December 7, 2025. Funeral Service will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Grant County, AR by Pastor Roy McCollum. Interment in St. Paul M.B.C. Cemetery Bookman Community, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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Margaret “Codi” James, 65, passed away Saturday December 13, 2025. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Tia Oko...
12/18/2025

Margaret “Codi” James, 65, passed away Saturday December 13, 2025. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Tia Okolo and Tamara Esaw, grandchildren Savion Slater and Xiomara Slater; siblings Patrick Huskey, Bettye Torkpo, Mae Kelsey, Debbie Freeman, Nellie Jackson (deceased), Ruby Johnson (Janyl), Barbara James and a host of relatives and friends. Thank you for your prayers and donations. Services entrusted to Brown Funeral Home Pine Bluff, AR.

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Thelma Anne Jones-Sanders was born to the late Charles P. Jones Sr. and Reba Jewel Jones on December 31, 1947, in Pine B...
12/13/2025

Thelma Anne Jones-Sanders was born to the late Charles P. Jones Sr. and Reba Jewel Jones on December 31, 1947, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She was one of two daughters in the family. They, Thelma and Cheryl, were surrounded by brothers.

She attended Southeast High School in which she graduated in 1967. She was united in holy matrimony to Cornelius Sanders. To this union two children were born: E. Jerome Sanders (Melody) of Arlington, TX and Tracey M. Sanders of Spring, TX.

Thelma was an educator with more than 35 years’ experience serving both England and Pine Bluff School Districts. Upon retirement she spent her final years giving back to her home district, those beloved “Zebras”! She worked with the Athletic department selling tickets, taking tickets or doing whatever was needed.

She attended Arkansas AM & N College (UAPB) where she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She was a member of the Pine Bluff Education Association, the Arkansas Education Association, and the Retired Teacher’s Association.

Thelma lived life to the fullest. There was never a dull moment when she was in your reach. You know she loved you by the smiles, hugs, and encouragement she provided daily. She enjoyed swimming with her great niece, Journee J! The Silver Steppers and the Divine Dancers of the Delta were a vital part of her life. In church she served in the choir and parish council. Thelma was a “workout junkie”!

She treasured being around young people and poured into their growth. Traveling with the Zebra and Golden Lion (UAPB) fans was an integral part of her life with her niece, Lynette. Thelma was a self-proclaimed historian of well documented family pictures. Lastly, life brought great joy to Thelma when she traveled abroad to Playa del Carmen, Mexico’s beach with her daughter, Tracey.

“T” was preceded in death by her father, Charles P. Jones Sr., mother, Reba Jewel Jones, her brothers, Michael Jones and Larry Tolbert, and her ex-husband Cornelius Sanders.

To cherish her memory are: daughter, Tracey M. Sanders of Spring, Texas; son E. Jerome Sanders (Melody) of Arlington, Texas; one sister, Cheryl Jones- Hatley of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; her brothers Charles P. Jones Jr., John Norman Jones of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and Frank White of Stamps, Arkansas; Grandchildren, T’Asia Jones, Imari Sanders, and Tyrek Sanders- Moore; two great grandchildren, Malachi and Ellani; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.

As Thelma would say, “I Love you, but God loves us more!” .

Visitation 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Brown Funeral Home Pine Bluff, AR.

Rosary and Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 15, 2025, at St. Peter's Catholic Church Pine Bluff, AR. Rosary Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. by Father Warren Harvey, SVD. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery Pine Bluff, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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Mrs. Merdle Lee Wesley Williams was born April 24, 1929. She was the youngest of 11 children born to Mack and Celia Wesl...
12/12/2025

Mrs. Merdle Lee Wesley Williams was born April 24, 1929. She was the youngest of 11 children born to Mack and Celia Wesley in Tucker, Arkansas where she lived most of her life. She was residing in Mississippi when she transitioned peacefully from this life to continue her walk with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 5, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mack and Celia and siblings: Willie, Mack Jr., Beatrice, Elisha, Elijah, Roger, Everlener, Martha, Mary, and Sefronia.

Her formal education was at Tucker Rosenwald and A M & N Prep School in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Mother enjoyed sewing, singing, spending time at the Center, giving to others and spending time with family. She loved reading her Bible, watching on television gospel/sermons, westerns, game shows, and Perry Mason. Mother was an avid reader, gardener, Den Mother Cub & Boy Scouts, Church Mother and she was involved in many other organizations. She was very active in the community. Everyone knew her as, “Ms. Merdle.”

Merdle’s spiritual journey with Christ began at an early age having many ups and downs. But when some of her children started to confess Christ as their Lord and Savior, she then re-dedicated her life to Christ as her Lord and Savior and grew in her relationship with Him. For many years she was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Tucker. Before moving to Mississippi, she was a very active member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Tucker. Once she moved to Mississippi, she became a member of Fellowship Bible Church. Her favorite saying was: “I am not alone, ‘it is me and Jesus.” She read her Bible and prayed for her family daily. Her favorite scripture was Psalm 91, which she quoted every day. She shared scriptures in the doctor’s office and wherever she went.

Her memories are cherished and survived by her children: Norman (Rubie) Toney, Seattle, WA, Betty Allen, Milwaukee, WI, Evon (Wallace) Kincaid, Flora, MS, JoAnn(Michael)Harden, Milwaukee, WI, Ellease (Michael)Mayo Sr., Milwaukee, WI, Larry Kindle, Pine Bluff, AR, Patricia Williams, Pine Bluff, AR and Felecia Williams, Pine Bluff, AR. 23 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, several great, great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and the entire Fellowship Bible Family. A special adopted daughter, Marilyn Williams

Visitation 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Brown Funeral Home, Pine Bluff, AR.

Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at New Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Sherrill, Arkansas, Rev, Clifton Hayes, Eulogist. Interment in New Salem Cemetery, Sherrill, Arkansas.

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12/11/2025

Grief during the holidays intensifies due to memories and societal pressure to be happy.

12/11/2025

Preplanning a funeral means arranging and sometimes paying for your own funeral or memorial service in advance, allowing you to dictate your final wishes, ease the emotional and financial burden on family, lock in today's prices against inflation.

Mrs. Margaret Austin 74, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Visitation 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 ...
12/10/2025

Mrs. Margaret Austin 74, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

Visitation 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2025, at Grace Evangelical Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR.

Funeral Service will be held 9:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Grace Evangelical Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR by Pastor Alvin Dunlap. Interment 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in Arkansas State Veteran Cemetery, North Little Rock, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR. Her body will lie in-state from 8:15 a.m. until service time.

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Mr. James Edward Jackson was born on March 30, 1955, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to the late Edward and Mae Julia (Matthew...
12/10/2025

Mr. James Edward Jackson was born on March 30, 1955, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to the late Edward and Mae Julia (Matthews) Jackson.

At an early age, James accepted Christ and confessed his faith. He was a devoted member of Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Larry C. Battles.

A proud veteran, James served his country honorably in the United States Navy, enlisting in July 1979 and serving until June 1983.

James dedicated nearly thirty-three years to Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services before retiring in 2019. He began his career as a Hoseman, riding on the back of the fire truck to respond to fires and emergencies. Through hard work, extensive training, education, and unwavering commitment, he rose through the ranks -- first as an Engineer, then as a Lieutenant, and ultimately, for more than a decade, as a respected Captain in the Fire Department. As a Captain, he made it his mission to encourage and mentor other members to advance their careers within the department.

James cherished spending time with his beloved wife, Joyce, traveling, and being surrounded by family and friends. He also enjoyed singing with the Mt. Nebo Male Chorus and capturing life’s special moments through photography. He was a gentle, kind-hearted man who always sought to bring a smile to others. James helped anyone who needed him, never expecting anything in return.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Mae Julia (Matthews) Jackson, and his sister, Carolyn Joyce Jackson Moore.

James leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of thirty-five years, Joyce Jackson. He is also survived by two brothers, William (JoEvelyn) Jackson and Ronald Jackson, both of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; two Godsons, Dwight Moten Jr. of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Nicholas Mega of Lawton, Oklahoma; one Goddaughter, Ashley Nicole Bacon of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and friends -- each of whom held a special place in his heart.

James will be fondly remembered for his unforgettable expressions, such as “HONEY HUSH,” “I GOT IT,” and “YOU MAKE ME SICK.” Delivered with humor and affection, these endearing sayings could always fill a room with laughter,

Visitation 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 Friday, December 12, 2025, at Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR.

Funeral Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church Pine Bluff, AR by Pastor Larry Battles. Interment in Graceland Cemetery Pine Bluff, AR by Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR. His body will lie in-state from 9:15 a.m. until service time.

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Mr. Roscoe Fredric Terrall was born December 20, 1939, to the late Percy George Terrall Sr. and Mary Etta Pierce Terrall...
12/09/2025

Mr. Roscoe Fredric Terrall was born December 20, 1939, to the late Percy George Terrall Sr. and Mary Etta Pierce Terrall in Wi******er, Arkansas. He is the grandson of the late Lloyd and Cassie Manuel Pierce McCraney, “Big Mama”.

Roscoe transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home, Sunday, November 30, 2025, at JRMC in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He received his education at Missouri Street, Indiana Street, Merrill High, and Southeast High School in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He was an outstanding football player and a “cool dude”.

He accepted Christ in his youth and was baptized in Taylor Lake by the late Reverend Albert King.

After high school, Roscoe relocated to Chicago, Illinois, where he worked various jobs. He worked many years in a steel mill. He was a good cook and received outstanding awards as a restaurant chef, especially for his chitterlings and greens.

Upon returning home in 2002, he gladly prepared his famous greens for the Pierce Thanksgiving Gathering for 26 years at the Morton’s home. After being home for several years, he reunited with the New Saint Hurricane Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend Lorenzo Jones, III and he also served under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Derick Easter as a greeter and a member of the New St. Hurricane Male Choir until the time of his passing. He loved the Lord, his family, and his church.

He will be missed and remembered for his joyful saying, “You’d Better Believe It!” and “Right On”. Roscoe was a devoted fan of the UAPB Golden Lions, The Chicago Bears, and a faithful attendee of the Southeast High School class reunion. He was preceded in death by five brothers: Percy George Terrall, Jr., Harold Scott Terrall, Theotis Terrall, Eugene Terrall, and Herschel F. Terrall and three sisters: Doris Terrall Caldwell, and twin sisters: Dora Jean Terrall Lewis and Dorothy Jean Terrall Lasley.

Roscoe leaves to cherish his memory: two sons, Keith Jones of Pine Bluff, Arkansas and Kim Campbell (Sherita) of Chicago, Illinois; one sister, Iris (Johnny) Morton of Sherwood, Arkansas; a sister-in-law, Jurlene Scott Terrall of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; a devoted caregiver, Venus Richardson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren that he helped raise and many friends who loved him.

Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 13, 2025, at New St. Hurricane Missionary Baptist Church, Pine Bluff, AR by Rev. Derick Easter. Interment in St. Hurricane Baptist Church Cemetery Pine Bluff, AR. By Brown Funeral Home of Pine Bluff, AR.

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