Obituaries

Jessie Velmore Turner Jr., 78, of Harrison, passed away at Hospice of the Hills on February 28, 2025. He was born in Newport, Arkansas on July 4, 1946, the son of Jessie and Mable (Westerman) Turner.

Darren Sean Kendrick, 55, of Lead Hill, passed away on March 3, 2025. He was born on August 27, 1969, in Monmouth County, New Jersey, the son of Chester Eugene Kendrick Jr. and Janice Virginia Conrad Kendrick. As a child he was involved heavily in athletics, mainly baseball, as influenced by his grandfather Chester Kendrick Sr, who had played ball professionally. He was a talented artist and craftsman, sharing his father’s passion for music and taking the likes of rock and roll classics to country music.

Shirley Ann Wiles, 86, of Mountain Home, passed away peacefully at her home on February 27, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born in Newport, Kentucky, on October 16, 1938, the daughter of Alred and Corine (Humbel) Bartlett.

Ernest “Barney” Eugene Lewis, age 74, of Harrison, passed away at his cabin on February 20. He was an Army Vietnam Era Veteran. He served our country well.

Frank P. Drewery, 61 of Harrison, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 22, 2025. He was born on September 7, 1963, in El Paso, Texas, the son of Tommy C. and Minga (Facio) Drewery of Everton.

Thomas “Clifton” Hughes, December 20, 1942 –February 26, 2025. Thomas Hughes,age 82, of Omaha, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born December 20, 1942, in Green Forest, Arkansas, the son of Preston and Leona “Donaldson” Hughes.

Sue Allyn Cory Wyatt, 71, of Mountain Home, passed away at her home on February 16, 2025. She was born on October 3, 1953, and entered eternity with her Lord Jesus Christ by grace through faith. She grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico and maintained a love of her southwest culture. Susie loved animals, especially dogs and cats, and was very partial to horses. One of her favorite animals was a Buffalo.

Tisha Renee Carter, 47, of Everton, passed away at her home on February 22. She was born on March 30, 1977, the daughter of Gary and Brenda (Setzer) Carter.

John Mack Cross, 71, of Western Grove, passed away peacefully at Hospice of the Hills on February 25.

Paul Phaida Jr. of Harrison grandchildren and one great granddaughter.