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LILLIAN S. APLIN - News Star World, Feb 11, 2016
Services for Lillian S. Aplin will be held Friday, Feb 12, 2016, at 11 AM at First Baptist Church of Harrisonburg with Dr. Ralph Webber officiating. Burial will follow in the Harrisonburg Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.
Lillian Sutton Aplin, 88 died Tuesday, Feb 9, 2016 at her home following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Lillian was a lifetime resident of Harrisonburg. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by her two sons, James J. Aplin of Harrisonburg and John F. Aplin and his wife Sherri of West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cater F. Aplin, Jr., her daughter, Carol Aplin Finnegan, sister, Peggy Lazarus, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Sutton.
Other survivors include, 6 grandchildren, J. Jason Aplin, Staci Cater, Josie Aplin all of Harrisonburg; Tara Becnel of Lafayette, LA, Damon Becnel and Sara Becnel of Destin, Florida and 8 great grandchildren.
After her husband, Cater, returned from World War II the couple continued their education at Louisiana State University where she received her degree in education. She then returned to her home in Harrisonburg, LA where she was a lifelong educator who taught Home Economics at Harrisonburg High School for over 30 years.
Mrs. Lillian "Gran" to those who knew and loved her, was our true "Southern Belle" and an inspiration and mentor not only to her family, but to the many lives that she touched throughout her life.
Pallbearers will be Jason Aplin, Lee Cater, Tommy Lazarus, Paul Lazarus, Paul Lemke, and Cleve Womack. Honorary pallbearers are Jay Morris, Jackie Owens, Ralph Stutson and Keith Guice.
A special thanks to Hellen Tolliver, Nanna, for the many years she spent committed to Gran and her family.

JACK RAYMOND ARANT -- News Star World, Dec 12, 2014
Funeral services for Jack Raymond Arant, 77, of Monroe, Louisiana, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, Dec 13, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church of Monroe, with Reverend J. Roddy Taylor and Dr. Lynn Malone officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.
Mr. Arant left us to go to Heaven on Wednesday, Dec 10, 2014 at his home.
Mr. Arant was preceded in death by his mother and father and two siblings.
Mr. Arant was born in Monroe, Louisiana at home. He served in the Air Force for three years and retired from Union Pacific Railroad where he was an engineer for forty-four years. He was on the Neville State Championship Football Team in 1955. He enjoyed going to Neville football games, fishing, and working in his vegetable garden.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Patricia Anne Arant; his son, Gary Arant and wife Tammie; his daughters, Karen McCormick and husband Kalvin, Leigh Ernst and Billy Dodd; grandchildren, Josh Varnado, Keegan Ernst, Michael McCormick, Scott Arant and Tory Wade; sister, Carolyn Clark and her husband Paul; sister-in-law, Norma Jean Arant; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM, Friday, Dec 12, 2014.

LORNA CELESTINE LUCKSINGER ARBUCKLE -- News Star World, May 08, 2014
Lorna Arbuckle (Lucksinger), age 76, a native of Coleman County, TX, went home on Sunday, May 4th, 2014, in Beaumont, TX. Funeral services will be held in Brownwood, TX, at 11:00am, Thursday, May 8th, 2014, in the Davis-Morris Funeral Home Chapel; Bill Slaymaker will officiate the services. Burial will follow in May Cemetery. The family will receive friends and guests from 9:30am- 11:00am, Thursday, May 8th, prior to the funeral services.
Lorna Celestine Arbuckle (Lucksinger) was born on July 16th, 1937 in Santa Anna, TX, to Fred and Lorna Grace Luckinger. She graduated from May High School in 1956. Lorna worked in business administration at several universities including: Rice University, University of Central Florida, and University of Louisiana-Monroe; as well as working as a controller for Miller Drilling. She was a passionate political activist, a proud conservative, and a true American patriot. Lorna was strong in her Christian faith and served the Lord with all her heart. She had many passions and hobbies; Lorna was an amazing cook with an extensive recipe collection. Because of her wonderful recipe collection she was able to put together cookbooks for friends and family. Lorna loved to sing and was a self-taught pianist, learning to play by ear. Lorna's greatest love was for her family, to whom she dedicated her entire life to caring for and was willing to do whatever was necessary to see that through. Lorna was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, and will be dearly missed by all that knew her.
Ms. Arbuckle was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Lorna Lucksinger; a brother, Fred "Sonny" Lucksinger; and an infant sister, Patricia Ann Lucksinger.
She leaves behind, to cherish her memory, 3 children, Dr. Lorna Kathleen Sheriff and husband Steve of Nacogdoches, TX, Laura Kinnaird and husband Lt. Col. Tommy C. Kinnaird (Ret) of Orange, TX, and Billy Arbuckle, Jr. and wife Robin of Orlando, Florida; a brother, Arthur Lucksinger and wife Rose Marie of Austin, Tx; 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces, and 1 nephew.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or May Cemetery Association in Ms. Arbuckle's honor.

JAMES ARCENEAUX -- News Star World, Jan 15, 2016
Funeral Service for James Arceneaux, SR, 87 of St. Joseph, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, Jan 15, 2016 at St. Joseph Baptist Church, with Rev. Larry Foster, Rev. Bruce Wallace and Mike Thompson officiating, internment will follow at Legion Memorial Cemetery, all under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA.
James, a retired Superintendent for the Highway Department, was born on Dec 13, 1928 in Mangham, LA to the union of James Elic Arceneaux and Gencie Arminda Wilson Arceneaux and passed away on Jan 13, 2016 in Winnsboro, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents and wife, Erma Arceneaux.
Survivors left to cherish his memory are his sons, James Arceneaux, JR and wife Carolyn of St. Joseph, LA and Billy Joe Arceneaux, SR and wife Pat of St. Joseph, LA; daughter, Denise Arceneaux of St. Joseph, LA; grandchildren, Billy Arceneaux, JR, Tina Abernathy, Rebecca Weeks, Michael Arceneaux, Emily Arceneaux, Kelby McKoin, Kadee McKoin and Kellen McKoin; 7 great-grand children; special friend, Vera Wood and special Niece, Judy Coghlan. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Pallbearers will be Sandy Kelly, Tim Kennedy, Jeff Lee, David Lee, Mike Rogers and Jay White.
The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, Jan 14, 2016 from 5:00-8:00 at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. LA.

MARY ARCHIE -- News Star World, June 1, 1998
Mary Archie, 91 of Farmerville, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at Millard Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Union Funeral Home, Farmerville.

FRANKLIN ARENDER -- News Star World, Nov 06, 2016
Graveside services for Franklin L. Arender will be at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, Nov 6, 2016 at Hasley Cemetery Gazebo with visitation beginning at 2:30 P.M. Todd Arender will officiate.
Franklin was born on July 4, 1935 in Dry Prong, LA and passed away on Nov 5, 2016 in Rayville, LA. He was a self employed land and oil broker and was preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Nadine Sutton Arender; brothers, Dwight Arender and Loyde Patrick Arender.
Franklin is survived by his wife, Sheryl Arender; daughters, Carolyn Faye Arender Clarke and husband Tom of Rayville, LA and Susan Arender Barksdale and husband Don of Monroe, LA; four grandchildren, Lane Clarke, Joseph Clarke, Sophie Barksdale and Derek Barksdale; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Steve Arender of Mountain View, AR and Doyle Arender of Chatham, LA; numerous nieces and nephews.

LOYDE P. ARENDER -- News Star World, August 25, 2016
Funeral services for Loyde P. Arender will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, August 26, 2016 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will follow at the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Rayville, LA.
Loyde was born on Oct 19, 1950 in Monroe, LA to Monroe and Nadine (Sutton) Arender and having achieved his lifelong goals of being a combat Marine, a good husband and a good father, he entered the gates of Heaven on August 24, 2016 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Monroe Dwight Arender.
He was active in community service, especially in service to Veterans. He was Director of the Ouachita Parish Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the grounds of Monroe City Hall. He was a highly decorated combat Marine, a member of Kilo Company, 3rd Batallion, 26th Marines, and was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V, Purple Heart, Armed Services Honor Medal (1st Class) and Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry along with 24 other individual citations and 5 unit commendations. He also retired from the U. S. Coast Guard, worked with the Monroe Police Department and retired from the ULM Police Department. He loved the outdoors and his family. He graduated with honors from Northeast LA University's Criminal Justice Program.
He is survived by his wife and childhood sweetheart of 48 years, Sharon Kay Keen Arender; daughter, Annette Arender Little and husband, Paul; sons, Loyde Patrick Arender II and wife, Christy and Brandon Arender and wife, Mindy; grandchildren, Derek Hilton Arender, Madelyn Renee Arender, Ryne Michael Little, Mallory Ember Arender, and Maisy Isabella Arender; step grandsons, Tyler Brown and Griffin Bishop; brothers, Franklin Latheyl Arender, Doyle Isaac Arender, and Steve Otis Arender.
The family would also like to recognize lifelong friends and brothers at heart, Steve Walters and Vince Hodnett along with numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Louisiana Hospice for their care.
Pallbearers will be: Allison Doyle Arender, Todd Arender, Brian Arender, Brad Arender, John Stewart and Michael Furr.
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Brad Wood and Michael Palmisano.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 25, 2016 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Semper Fidelis!

BERTIE BOYD ARINGE -- News Star World, May 14, 2011
Bertie Boyd Aringe, 74, of West Monroe, LA, passed away May 11, 2011, in Shreveport VA Hospital. He was born March 27, 1937, in Bismarck, AR, and was retired from the State Employment Office.
Bert was preceded in death by his parents, George and Bertha Aringe (Montfort); sister, Frances Sutton; brothers, George and Arthur Aringe and Paul Montfort.
Survivors are his wife, Gloria; sons, Bruce (Sharon) and Robert Aringe; brothers; Daniel (Louise) and David Montfort; 3 brothers-in-law; William, Robert and James Dunn all of West Monroe; sisters; Lee Cottrell of Ore City, TX, and Ethel (James) Robertson of Springfield, MO; many nieces and nephews and friends; 5 grandsons, 3 great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.

JOHNYE LEE SLAYDEN ARMISTEAD -- News Star World, Oct 27, 2014
Funeral services for Mrs. Johnye Lee Slayden Armistead, age 75, are scheduled for 11:00 AM Tuesday, Oct 28, 2014 at First Baptist Church with Dr. L. H. McCollough officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday Oct 27 at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop, LA.
Mrs. Armistead, owner and operator of Slaydens BBQ of Bastrop since 1962, passed away Saturday, Oct 25, 2014. She loved her family and was a member of First Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday school teacher. She loved painting, playing piano and organ, and traveling. She loved Tuesday game night with her friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Lynn Armistead Lowther and husband Arnie Wayne; grandchildren, William Wayne Lowther and wife Cathryn, Kelsey Lynn Lowther; one great grandchild, Cheyenne Mae Lowther.
Mrs. Armistead is preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bob" Leland Armistead; parents, Helen Randall Slayden and Joseph Daniel Slayden; brother, Dan Slayden.
Serving as pallbearers will be William Lowther, Michael Bulloch, Shelby Moore, Raymond Westbrook, Tommy Wayne Philley and Terry Williams.

CHARLIE ARMSTRONG, JR. -- News Star World, Jan 13, 2020
Funeral service for Mr. Charlie Armstrong, Jr, 86, of Winnsboro, will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020, at 10:00 AM, in the chapel of Young’s Community Memorial Funeral Home, with Bro. Carl Huff and Regina Blackwell speaking. The internment will follow in Providence Cemetery, under the direction of Young’s Community Memorial Funeral Home.
Charlie Armstrong was known for many things by those who knew him, a few of which are; he proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Paratrooper, his love of fishing was something he enjoyed, along with his ability to grow amazing vegetables, especially tomatoes!! Even on into his 80’s he could work circles around the rest of us. He will be deeply missed!
Mr. Armstrong was born on June 17, 1933 to the union of Charlie Armstrong Sr and Eula Smith Armstrong, and passed from this life on January 11, 2020 in Winnsboro. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Eula Armstrong; wife, Avis Shuff Armstrong; granddaughter, April Armstrong; great-grandson, Sylas Blackwell; son-in-law, Butch Brent; and brother-in-law, Robert Welch.
Survivors left to cherish Mr. Armstrong’s memory are his children, Ginger Russell and husband Vernis of Winnsboro, Charlie Armstrong III and wife Sharon of Sterlington, Catherine ‘Cat’ Brent of Winnsboro, and Joe Armstrong and wife Kim of Winnsboro; sisters, Georgia Montgomery of Winnsboro, Barbara Guyton and husband Pat of Crowville, Eunice Welch of Winnsboro, and Eula Coleman and husband Curtis of Winnsboro; grandchildren, Regina Blackwell and husband Michael, David Brent, Ragen Clark and husband Craig, Dustin Russell and wife Meagan, Byron Joseph Gatewood, Jon-Reese Armstrong and wife Reily, Ali Jones and husband Mike, and Andrea Armstrong; special grandson, Jonah Blackwell; and great-grandchildren, Emme Cate, Asher, and Mia Blackwell, Ava, Sam, and Russ Clark, Rayson Smith, Rhett Armstrong, and George and Anderson Jones. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Pallbearers to honor the memory of Mr. Armstrong will be Jonah Blackwell, Michael Blackwell, David Brent, Joe Armstrong, Craig Clark, and Dustin Russell.
The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, January 12, 2020 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

GEORGE V. ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, August 13, 2014
Col. George V. Armstrong, US Air Force, retired, departed this life August 11, 2014. He was born on July 28, 1918, to George V. and Violet Armstrong in Washington, DC.
After graduation from Maryland Park High School in 1935, he later earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois and Jackson College in Hawaii. Prior to his military service, he worked for the US Post Office and the Potomac electric power company in Washington, DC.
Shortly after graduation in 1935, he joined the US Marine Corp as a member of the Marine Scouting Squadron 3, stationed at US Naval Air Station, Anacostia, Washington, DC. In Dec, 1941, when he joined the Army Air Corps, which later became the United States Air Force, he was appointed an aviation cadet, and reported for active duty in March, 1942. He completed his flying training at the Army Air Forces Advanced flying school at Columbus, Mississippi, and was commissioned a 2nd Lt. pilot. He was assigned to Selman Field in Monroe, LA, and reported there on Feb 17, 1943. While stationed at Monroe, he met the love of his life, "My Mattie", Mattie Lee Glass.
He was the recipient of numerous awards and decorations. In 1947, while assigned to the 4149th Electronics Experimental Squadron, he was given a special citation by President Harry Truman for his participation in fights into extreme weather conditions designed for weather research and to improve instrument flying techniques.
He was an active member of the Air Force Association, the Retired Officers Association, the Experimental Aircraft Association, and a lifetime member of the Sertoma Club. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church.
While serving in the USAF, he was stationed at numerous bases, including bases in Alaska and Hawaii. After retiring from the military in North Little Rock, Arkansas, in Nov, 1963, he was appointed as director of a division of the department of public safety, state of Arkansas, and also established the Law Enforcement Training Academy in Camden, AR, serving under Governors Faubus, Rockefeller and Bumpers. He resigned that position in order to accept a position as the first director of contract administration for the then fledgling Federal Express Corporation. When FedEx moved their operations from Little Rock to Memphis in 1972; he stayed in Little Rock and continued flying with Central Flying Service until moving to Farmerville, LA in 1979. While in Farmerville he continued flying activities at the Farmerville airport, the Ruston airport and Selman Field. His flying career started in 1935 when he and two friends bought an OX5 powered Fairchild biplane and ended in 1994 with 27,434 logged flying hours, when he could not renew his FAA pilot's license for medical reasons.
Col. Armstrong is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mattie Glass Armstrong, his son and his wife, Ronald and Paula Armstrong of North Little Rock, Arkansas, three grandchildren, Wellena Armstrong Squires of Cabot, Arkansas, Andrue Armstrong of Jacksonville, Arkansas, and Kimberly Armstrong of Little Rock, Arkansas, and three great grandchildren, Cierra, Amelia, and Tori of Cabot, Arkansas. He is also survived by 3 sets of amazing in-laws, John Drue and Novice Taylor of Farmerville, Louisiana, James and Carolyn Taylor of Marion, Louisiana, and Sam, Marsha, and Tracy Holland of Ruston, Louisiana.
The viewing will be 5:00-7:00 P.M. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville, Louisiana. Services will be provided by Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville at 2:30 P.M. on Thursday, August 14, 2014. Following the service, Col. Armstrong will be buried with full military honors at Taylor Cemetery.

JEANNE PATTERSON ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, Feb 17, 2009
A memorial service for the life of Gloria Jeanne Patterson Armstrong will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church of Ruston on Wednesday, Feb 18, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. Rev. Rolly Walker and Rev. Andy Hurst will lead the service. Visitation with the family will be at Jeanne's home on Tuesday, Feb 17, 2009 from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Born in Bernice, LA on Oct 18, 1924, Jeanne passed away at Northern Louisiana Medical Center, Ruston, on Feb 15, 2009 following a brief illness.
Jeanne is an education graduate of Louisiana Tech and taught elementary school many years ago in Lake Charles, before she became a home maker for the rest of her life.
She leaves behind a loving family and many beloved old friends, some of whom go back to the time of her youth.
Jeanne was an avid Saints fan, animal lover, bridge player, and because of her special humor and warmth, along with her one-of-a-kind southern style, was quite the mixer. She will certainly be missed, but those who knew Jeanne are assured that for her, life was "simply marvelous."
Her family survivors include Billy Bob (canine); son: Dr. John Mills Armstrong, III and wife Jeanne Karen; grand children: Abigail Elaine Armstrong Simpkins and husband Aubrey, and Cody Justin Armstrong; great grandchildren: Eva Kathrann Simpkins, Tullie Jean Simpkins, and Bain Armstrong Simpkins; and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jeanne is preceded in death by her husband John Mills Armstrong, Jr. parents: Charlie and Gertrude Rhodes Patterson; brothers: Rhodes A. Patterson and wife Norma, and James N. Patterson and wife Margie; and many aunts and uncles and cousins of the old Rhodes family of Spearsville, LA.
Though a simple memorial service, the family nevertheless wishes to recognize honorary pallbearers: Mayor John Perritt, Jimmy Mize, Mike Reed, Dr. Benji "Barney" Baugh, W. A. Jones, Billy James, Johnny Maxwell, Bill Patterson, Carl Johnson, Taylor Moore and Robert Temple.
The family's thanks go to the wonderful care of Ms. Bonnie Dunn and Ms. Waynette Samuels.
Memorials for Jeanne might include St. Jude Children's Hospital, 4-PAWS Rescue of Ruston, or the charity of your choice.

JEFFERY ALLEN ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, Nov 21, 2016
Jeffery "Jeff" Allen Armstrong, 60, of Glennville, Georgia passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on the morning of Nov 19, 2016. He was born in Monroe, Louisiana on Sep 18, 1956 to the late William "Bill" Talmage Armstrong and Mary Nell Wilkinson Armstrong. Jeff owned and operated Armstrong's Cricket Farm in Glennville, Georgia for 21 years after relocating from the West Monroe, Louisiana family farm where he worked since he was a teenager. After graduating from Woodward Academy in 1974, he obtained his bachelor's degree from Louisiana Tech in 1979.
Jeff was an active and generous giver to his community. Whether big or small, whatever the need was, he willingly provided. Jeff always had an open door policy and would happily give tours to the local schools and travelers passing through town. His zest for life and business was contagious and motivating to those around him. As a business man, he reaped much success from his hard work in expanding and growing Armstrong's Cricket Farm. In 2010, he was awarded Tattnall County Business Person of the Year followed by winning the award for Glennville Chamber of Commerce International Business of the Year in 2014, in addition to the Greater Tattnall Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award honoring the Armstrong family and pioneers in the cricket farm industry.
When Jeff was not working, he enjoyed hunting, coaching his children in ball, maintaining his home in the country, and spending time with his family. He instilled his passion for nature and living in the south into his three children (Paige, Jacob, and Jessica) and three grandchildren (Avery, Charlotte, and Brooklyn). So much so, that he built a chicken coop for his granddaughters to collect eggs when they came to visit. Jeff's fun-loving personality made his family's life exciting. It wasn't uncommon for them to see their dad and Papa break into dance moves or sing a cajun tune. He loved family traditions and always made sure his children "believed" in the magic of Christmas.
Jeff is preceded in death by his father, W.T. "Bill" Armstrong and former mother-in-law Betty Lewis of West Monroe, La. He is survived by his mother, Nell Armstrong of Glennville, Ga; former father-in-law Lloyd Lewis of West Monroe, La; former and loving wife of 30 years Debbie Armstrong, daughter Paige Ewing (Michael), and son Jacob Armstrong of Buford, Ga; daughter Jessica Curran (Liam) of Kennesaw, Ga; granddaughters Avery and Charlotte Ewing and Brooklyn Curran; brothers Jack Armstrong (Betty) and Jimmy Armstrong (Crystal) of West Monroe, La; sister Juli Zopf (John) of Tybee Island, Ga; and several loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Services will be held at Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home in Glennville, Georgia. The visitation begins at 5 pm on Monday, Nov 21, 2016. The funeral chapel service begins at 11 am on Tuesday, Nov 22, 2016 with Rev. Rick Cason and Rev. Tom Sollosi officiating. A graveside service and burial will follow at The Glennville City Cemetery. Pallbearers: Gary Dasher, Charles Reddish, Lee Johnson, Brandon Armstrong, Michael Crummey, and Mark Durrence. Honorary Pallbearers: all beloved employees of Armstrong's Cricket Farm in Glennville, Ga.

JOHN DALTON ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, July 22, 2009
John Dalton Armstrong, age 62, passed away after a short illness on June 23, 2009 in San Francisco, California, where he had resided most of his adult life.
John was born in Monroe, Louisiana on Nov 1, 1946 to John Darington Armstrong and Avis Tucker Armstrong. He was their only child, but was a member of a large extended family.
John grew up attending church at Highland Park Baptist Church in Monroe, near his home in Oak Park. Both his mom and his aunt, Mrs. Fay T. Brunson, who shared their home, were very active in the church and thus served as excellent roles for John Dalton. This church community became a family to all of the Armstrong family.
John attended the Monroe City Schools and graduated from Neville High School in 1964. He continued his education at Louisiana Tech through 1968, where he graduated in accounting. It was always a matter of great pride that he would graduate from the college, where his grandfather was a member of the faculty.
After college graduation, John chose to join the United States Air Force for the next four years. Having been stationed for a year in South Korea, he concluded his service at Hamilton Air Base in Marin County, California. After discharge, he decided to remain in California and seek employment in his chosen field.
He moved to San Francisco in 1973 working for a time at an ice company and for the American Institute for Continuing Education. He then was employed by Callan and Associates, where he managed various money functions as an accountant before becoming Accounting Manager. He had only recently retired from this firm.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Avis Armstrong of Monroe, and his paternal grandparents, Dalton G. Armstrong and Icy Webb Armstrong of Ruston, along with his maternal grandparents, Jasper Newton Tucker and Emma Futch Tucker of Farmerville.
He is survived by a host of cousins, friends, and a much loved family caregiver and friend, Dorothy Moore Jones of Monroe.
In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Armstrong's ashes will be scattered in the beautiful waters of the Pacific Ocean near his home.
The family asks that any memorials be made to your favorite charity.

JOHN M. ARMSTRONG, JR. -- News Star World, Jan 09, 2009
A memorial service for the life of John Mills Armstrong, Jr. will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church of Ruston on Saturday, Jan 10, 2009 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Rolly Walker, Rev. Jerry Hilbun and Rev. Andy Hurst officiating. Visitation with the family will be at Sonny's home on Friday Jan 9, 2009 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Born in Ruston on Jan 22, 1923, John (Sonny Boy) passed away at home on Wednesday Jan 7, 2009 following a lengthy illness.
Sonny was a graduate of Chamberlain-Hunt Academy and of Louisiana Tech. He served in World War II as a member of the United States Army Air Corps, stationed in England. From there he flew many missions over Germany and France as captain of a B-26 Marauder tactical bomber, and he participated in the D- Day Invasion. During the course of the war his plane was shot down over the English Channel but all of his crew survived uninjured.
He had a long and successful career as a business man, and during his retirement, he became one of the founding board members of Argent Financial Group. Sonny remained an Argent director emeritus until the time of his death.
Sonny was a long-time supporter of St. Jude Children's Hospital and Chamberlain-Hunt Academy of Port Gibson, Mississippi. At Chamberlain- Hunt he was recently granted the Hunt Award for his generosity to his old alma mater.
Sonny Boy leaves behind many dear old friends in Ruston, some of whom go back to the time of his youth.
His family survivors include his wife Gloria Jeanne Patterson Armstrong; Billy Bob (canine); son: Dr. John Mills Armstrong, III and wife Jeanne Karen; grandchildren: Abigail Elaine Armstrong Simpkins and husband Aubrey, and Cody Justin Armstrong; great grandchildren: Eva Katheranne Simpkins, Tullie Jean Simpkins, and Bain Armstrong Simpkins; first cousins: Carrie Lee Link and husband George, Pricilla Heard Bowman, and Eleanor Harris Brown and husband Billy.
Sonny is preceded in death by his parents: Pricilla Elaine Cargill Armstrong and John Mills Armstrong; baby sister: Mary Elizabeth Armstrong; aunts: Mayme Cargill Heard and husband Raymond, Eleanor Jane "Bill" Cargill Harris and husband Abe; uncle: John Lee Cargill; first cousins: Alice Heard Holland and Abe Harris.
Even though a simple memorial service, the family nevertheless wishes to recognize honorary pallbearers: Mayor John Perritt, Jimmy Mize, Mike Reed, Dr. Benji "Barney" Baugh, W. A. Jones, Billy James, Bill Patterson, Carl Johnson, Sonny Orren, Kyle McDonald, Dr. George Smith, Dr. Tommy Smith, Glen Neville, Johnny Maxwell, Robert Temple, Richard Swift, Taylor Moore, Dr. Otis Guilley, L. E. Dawson, and C. W. Cochran.
The family's thanks go to the wonderful care of Hospice of Caring Hearts and Richard Dunn's service.
Memorials for Sonny Boy might include St. Jude Children's Hospital, Chamberlain-Hunt Academy and 4-PAWS Rescue of Ruston, or the charity of your choice.

MATTIE LEE GLASS ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, Nov 12, 2014
Funeral services for Mattie Lee Glass Armstrong of Farmerville will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, Nov 14, 2014 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. Aleck Nyegaard and Bro. David Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.
Mrs. Armstrong was born on March 31, 1922 in Farmerville to the late Cliff and Dolly Glass and went to her heavenly home Nov 9, 2014. She graduated from Farmerville High School in 1939, met "the love of her life" 2nd Lt. George V. Armstrong in 1943 and married him in 1945. After many transfers all over the country and 26 years of service, they retired in North Little Rock, AR in 1962.
She served as President of the Officers' Wives Club in Orlando, FL and was active in craft clubs. In 1979 after moving to Farmerville, she worked as a Pink Lady at Union General Hospital for several years and served as president of the Auxillary. She was also active in the Garden Club.
She was a member of Salem Baptist Church, loved working in her yard, and enjoyed listening to and watching the birds.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cliff and Dolly Glass; her brother, Waymon Glass and her beloved husband of 69 years, George V. Armstrong.
She is survived by her son, Ronald Armstrong, his wife Paula; 3 grandchildren: Wellena Seamon of Cabot, AR, Andrue Armstrong of Jacksonville, AR, and Kimberly Armstrong of Little Rock, AR; 3 great granddaughters: Cierra Wise, Amelia Seamon, and Tori Seamon; 2 sisters: Novice Taylor & her husband, John Drue Taylor and Carolyn Taylor and her husband, James Taylor, a niece, Marsha Holland and her husband, Sam Holland and unofficially adopted son, Ronnie Herring and his wife, Melissa of Atlanta, GA.
Visitation is 5:00-7:00PM Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home.

WALTER ETHRIDGE (FOXY) ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, August 01, 2010
Funeral services for Walter Ethridge (Foxy) Armstrong, 85, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, August 2, 2010 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Clyde Sanchez officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Bastrop, LA. Mr. Armstrong passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010. He was a member of Bayou Oaks Baptist Church. Mr. Armstrong was a grocer and farmer in the 1950's. He was in the hardware business for over 30 years starting with the Western Auto Franchise and later was the owner and operator of Armstrong Hardware. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, but his special love was children. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Irene Armstrong; six brothers, George Armstrong, Leon Simpson, Charlie Armstrong, Louie Simpson, Buron Armstrong, and Lindsey Armstrong; and six sisters, Mamie Haynes, Florence Gardial, Eve Mae Ferrell, Agnes Dew, Etta Laird, and Beatrice Murphy. Survivors include his wife of sixty-six years, Helen Bolin Armstrong; sons, Jerry Armstrong and wife Yvonne; Don Armstrong and wife Linda; daughter, Nancy Manley and husband Greg; one sister, Verona Redding of Pascagoula, MS; special friend and adopted family member, Dr. M. G. Mickail and wife Cathleen; six grandchildren, Mark Armstrong and wife Amy, Chris Armstrong and wife Maria, Michael Armstrong and wife Gretchen, Matt Armstrong and wife Leslie, Michelle Minter and husband Trever, and Greg Manley, Jr.; and eight great grandchildren, Emma Armstrong, Andrew Armstrong, Cullen Armstrong, Jason Armstrong, Cliff Armstrong, Nicole Armstrong, Parker Armstrong, and Luke Armstrong. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Mark Armstrong, Chris Armstrong, Michael Armstrong, Matt Armstrong, Greg Manley, Jr, and Trever Minter. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, August 1, 2010 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Bayou Oaks Baptist Church Building Fund, or the charity of your choice.

WILLIAM TALMADGE ARMSTRONG -- News Star World, August 18, 2015
Funeral Services for William Talmadge "Bill" Armstrong, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, August 19, 2015 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Oda W. "Tuck" Roberts officiating. Interment will be held in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Mr. Armstrong was born on June 18, 1928 in Montgomery, AL and passed away on August 17, 2015 in West Monroe, LA.
Mr. Armstrong was a member of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA. He was a graduate of Starke Military Academy and served in the United States Army Air Corps, he was one of the first pilots in the Strategic Air Command flying combat missions in World War II and the Korean War. After his military career he joined his father in the 1950's in the family business, Armstrong Cricket Farm. Bill grew the cricket farm into the largest cricket farm in the world. He served as a past president of the American Cricket Growers Association. Bill continued his flying career as a Federal Aviation Administration Examiner and Flight Instructor mentoring many pilots in Northeast Louisiana.
He was preceded in death by his parents Allen and Myrle Armstrong, Sisters, Virginia Durrence and Rosemary Wafford; and brother, Gene "Sonny" Armstrong.
Survivors: wife, Mrs. Linda M. Armstrong; Sons, Jack Armstrong (Betty), Jeffery Armstrong, and Jim Armstrong (Crystal); Daughter, Juli Zopf (John); Step- children, Tammy Smalley (Buddy), Byron Turner (DeAnna), Dana Day (Darwin), Paul Turner (Sara); Daughter-in-law, Debbie Armstrong; Grandchildren, Chris, John, Brandon, Kristi, Paige, Jacob, Jessica, Lee Ann; 6 great-grandchildren, Bryce, Connor, Avery, Riley, Emma and Charlotte; and many other extended family members.
Pallbearers will be Chris Armstrong, Brandon Armstrong, David Armstrong, Jacob Armstrong, Michael Ewing and Paul Turner. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul DeLoach, Melvin Slack, and Carl Slack.
Visitation will be from 4:30PM until 7:30 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA.

ARTHUR A. "YANKIE" ARNOLD, SR. -- News Star World, Dec 1, 2006
Funeral services for Arthur A. "Yankie" Arnold, Sr., 73, will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, Dec 2, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Interment will be in Atlanta, TX in the afternoon. Mr. Arnold was born on Nov 11, 1933 in Fort Worth, TX and passed away Tuesday, Nov 28, 2006 in Winnsboro after a lengthy illness. He was a graduate of Delhi High School and Louisiana Tech University receiving a B.S. degree and a Masters plus 30. He began his career as an educator teaching electronics at Keesler Air Force Base, later teaching chemistry and physics, coaching baseball and football in Houma, La and then in Ferriday, LA. He continued his career as a Supervisor in the Concordia Parish School System for an additional twenty one years. He was a member of Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church in Ferriday, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of New Orleans, the Ferriday Masonic Lodge #390 and the Barak Shrine Temple of Monroe. He was also a member of the Louisiana Retired Teacher's Association, past president of the Concordia Parish Federation of Teachers and Support Employees, former member of the Concordia Parish School Board, past chairman of the Concordia Parish Port Commission, former member of the Louisiana Tech Alumni Association, Scout master, and past president of the Dixie Boys and Dixie Senior Baseball league of Concordia Parish. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Jack and Louise Bowen Arnold and his first wife Jeanette Vining Arnold. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mary Ann Magoun Arnold, his children and their spouses Jack and Cindy Arnold of Houston, TX, Art and Kathy Arnold of Houston, TX, David and LaLou Arnold Garner of Monroe, LA and Mike and Nicole Irwin of Jackson, MS; his sister, Patsy Arnold Boudreaux of Ruston, LA; his niece who was like a daughter and her husband Rodney and Precia Smith of Ruston; his grand children, Jessica Arnold, Drew Arnold, Kaitlynn, Tripp and Ashlynn Arnold all of Houston, TX, Ashton and Rebecca Garner of Monroe, LA, Zachary and Hannah Irwin and Olivia and Lee Tanner of Jackson, MS and great-grandchildren Elyse Arnold and Bryce Brown of Houston, TX; and numerous other relatives, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Harry Creighton, Warren Enterkin, David O'Briant, Gary Parnham, Theo Rabb and Ricky Raven. Visitation will be Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe from 5:00 — 8:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Methodist Children's home in Ruston, the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Plantation Manor, Hospice TLC, and Dr. Vernon Baldwin for the loving care given during Mr. Arnold's illness.

CAROLEE M. ARNOLD -- News Star World, Dec 25, 2004
Funeral Services for Mrs. Carolee M. Arnold, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, Dec 26, 2004 at the Feazel Chapel at First Baptist Church West Monroe, LA, with Dr. David Uth officiat ing. Burial will be in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA, under the di rection of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Arnold died on Wednesday Dec 22, 2004.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Arnold was a retired Reg istered Nurse. Carolee is re membered by her family and friends as a "very loving and caring lady who was always completely content with life."
Carolee was preceded in death by her son, Hartley "Russell" Arnold, II.
She is survived by her hus band, Hartley H. Arnold of West Monroe; two daughters, Renee Walker and her husband Ray of West Monroe, LA, and Tanya Sanders Lindsey and her hus band John of Houston, TX; six grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Jim Pinkston, Clint Sanders, Russ Hobbs, John Lindsey, Ray Walker and Bill Miller.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time Sunday Dec 26, 2004.
Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home at the following Address: 7200 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 7120

GRACE EVELYN MCDUFF ARNOLD -- News Star World, April 19, 2013
Funeral Services for Mrs. Grace Evelyn McDuff Arnold, 92, of Montgomery, TX formerly of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 20, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Arnold was born in Chase, LA on Oct 24, 1920 and died in Montgomery, TX on April 17, 2013. She was a loving Mother and a faithful and devoted Christian. Mrs. Arnold is preceded in death by her husband, Howard Harrison Arnold.
Survivors include her 3 children, Andrea Wallace and husband, Woodrow, Richard Arnold and Theresa Arnold; 7 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; sister, Katie Christensen and husband, Jim; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Arnold's grandsons will serve as pallbearers, John Wallace, Howard Wallace, Pat Riley, Travis Wylie, Richard Arnold, Jr., Joseph Evans, and Johnny Duchesne.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, April 19, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

HARTLEY ARNOLD -- News Star World, Dec 19, 2012
Funeral Services for Mr. Hartley "H" Arnold of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, Dec 20, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will be held in the Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA.
Mr. Arnold died on Sunday Dec 16, 2012. Hartley was born in St. Petersburg, FL, on Sep 1, 1930, as the only child of Hartley R. and Bonzie Arnold. He attended Carlisle Military Academy as a young man, and following graduation joined the United States Navy and served during the Korean War. He then went on to attend Georgia Tech University, graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1956.
Hartley worked as a Power Plant Superintendent at the West Monroe Paper Mill for almost 40 years, where he and his family would live most of their adult lives.
Hartley is remembered as an accomplished cook and master woodworker, who loved the outdoors and had a propensity for practical jokes. Hartley was preceded in death by his son, Hartley "Russell" Arnold, II and his wife, Carolee Arnold.
Hartley is survived by his wife of five years, Patricia Arnold of Webster TX; two daughters, Renee Walker and her husband, Ray of West Monroe, LA and Tanya Lindsey and her husband, John of Houston, TX; two stepdaughters, Roslynn Pogue and her husband, Allan of West Monroe, LA and Ashley Perkins and her husband, Richard of Franklin, TN; eight grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Russ Hobbs, Ray Walker, Cole Walker, Chad Sanders, Clint Sanders, Ray Butler and John Lindsey.
Honorary Pallbearers will be his former colleagues from Riverwood International.
The family will receive friends for visitation at Mulhearn Funeral Home from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday evening, Dec 19th.
Memorials in Hartley's name may be made to either the Shriners Burn Hospitals, at the following address: 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL. 33607. Or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, at the following address: PO Box 1000, Dept 142. Memphis, TN. 38148-0142.

IRENE SIMMS ARNOLD -- News Star World, Dec 27, 2002
Funeral Services for Mrs. Irene Simms Arnold, 94, of Hammond, La formerly of Bonita, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, Dec 27, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mike Horchak officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Arnold was born Jan 19, 1918 and died on Dec 22, 2012 in Hammond, LA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mrs. Arnold loved her church, Fellowship Community Church. She was the oldest daughter of seven children, being raised in the Bonita Community most of her life. Mrs. Arnold lived a full and blessed life for almost 95 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Arnold and also by son, Harry L. Arnold, Jr.
Survivors include her daughter, Shirley Fink and husband, Raymond; four grandchildren, Rebecca Lynn Arnold Jackson and husband, Frankie, Raymond Clinton Fink, III. and wife, Tiffeny, David Lee Fink and wife, Natasha, and Stephen Paul Fink and wife, Marcella; ten great grandchildren, Stephanie and Stephen Jackson, Chris Fink and wife, Breana, Christina Fink, Gage and Kaleb Fink, Taylor, Andrew and Kylie Fink and Daniel Fink; and sister, Madge Madona.
Pallbearers will be Ray Fink, David Fink, Stephen Fink, Christopher Fink, Andrew Fink and Richard Arnold.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 P.M. until Service Time on Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.

JUNE ARNOLD -- News Star World, March 23, 2015
June Arnold of Ashdown, AR formally of Newellton, LA died March 19, 2015. She was born April 3, 1939, in Marked Tree, AR. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe Arnold, her parents, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters.
She is survived by 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki and Carl Hill of Newellton, LA, and Phyllis and Darrell Veazey of Ashdown, AR; a brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Debbie Hulcy of Red Oak, TX; a sister-in-law and husband, Carolyn and Marvin Sibley of Eudora, AR; 5 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and numerous other relatives.
Services will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at First Baptist Church Ashdown, AR with Bro. Butch Riddle officiating. Visitation will be at 2:00 pm before the service. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 11:00 am under the direction of Madden Funeral Home.

TREBLA NOEL ARNOLD SR. -- News Star World, Mar 1, 2007
Grayson — Trebla Noel Arnold Sr., 51, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service time Friday at the funeral home.

YVONNE C. ARNOLD -- News Star World, Jan 21, 2009
Funeral services for Yvonne C. Arnold, 47, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, Jan 22, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Yvonne was taken from this life in an automobile accident, hit by a drunk driver, on Jan 17, 2009 in Mobile, AL.
She was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. She was a licensed practical nurse and spent her life taking care of people, children, and pets. She was very actively involved with Med Camps of Louisiana.
Yvonne was preceded in death by her father, Ira R. Arnold, Sr.; and her brothers, Ira R. Arnold, II and Michael C. Arnold.
Survivors: her children, Miranda Lee and Brandon Lee and wife, Kayla; granddaughters, Lillian and Aubrie Lee; mother, Mrs. Anna Arnold; brothers, Garry Arnold and wife, Jean, Wayne Arnold and wife, Susan; Sisters, Marian Sweet and husband, Edward, Julie Catlow and husband, Tommy, and Sandra Carradine and husband, Chris; Nieces and Nephews, Ira III, Tricia, Michael, Frannie, Erica, Colleen, Stacey, Clinton, Daniel, Garry, Jr., Elizabeth, Cory, Gregory, Ryan, Leah, Tricia, Candi, Georgia and Cole; great nieces and nephews; great great niece.
Pallbearers will be her nephews.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe.
Yvonne had a love for caring for God's creations needing her, be it people or animals, and the family would request any memorials be made to Med Camps of Louisiana or the Ouachita Parish Humane Society.

PAUL H. ARON -- News Star World, Jan 2021
Monroe - Graveside services for Mr. Paul H. Aron, 75, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 P.M., Friday, Jan 29, 2021, in the Jewish Cemetery in Monroe, with Rabbi Judy Ginsburgh officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until 2:30 P.M, on Friday, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, in Monroe.
Mr. Aron was born August 22, 1945 to Trudy and Dave Aron, in Monroe, LA and passed away at his family home on Jan 27, 2021, in Monroe, LA. He graduated from Neville High School in 1963. He loved his country and was a Vietnam War Veteran, having proudly served in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer. He later furthered his education and graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1968. He went on to serve as an agent for the FBI and then as President and CEO of Omni Bank where he retired after 35 years in the banking and financing industry.
Paul was an avid golfer and loyal fan of Ole Miss Football! He was also known to be a "Permanent Fixture" at Arons Pharmacy, having traditional Monday lunches with his friends and frequenting the candy aisle. However, he was most known as a loving father, grandfather, and loyal/supportive friend, having served as a special mentor for many who knew him. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all!
He is survived by his children, Sydney Sullivan and husband Chris, and Stephanie Morgan and husband, Skylar; grandsons, Jacob Sullivan, and Doc Morgan; and granddaughter Emma Sullivan; brother, Carl Aron and wife Donna; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Pallbearers will be J. R. Woodall, Skylar Morgan, Chris Sullivan, David Aron, Scott Gillum, and Tim Baldwin. Honorary pallbearers will be Dixon Abel, Henry Cole, Carl Aron, Jon Guice, Herb Boystun, and Bubba Via.
Memorials may be made to the ULM Golf Team.

BILLIE RUTH ARRANT -- News Star World, Jan 31, 2016
Funeral services for Billie Ruth Arrant will be at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, Jan 31, 2016 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation will be Sunday from 12 noon until time of service. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Arrant was born on July 24, 1944 in El Dorado, AR and went to her heavenly home on Jan 29, 2016 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and a retired bookkeeper. She is preceded in death by her parents, John L. Dykes and Earline Dowdy Thompson.
Mrs. Arrant is survived by her daughter, Amber Robertson and husband Ron; granddaughter, Elle Lynn Robertson; brother, Charles Dykes and wife Barbara; sister, Debbie McManus and husband Ronnie; nephew, Slade Dykes; niece, Krystal McManus; great-nephew, Ryan Dykes; great-niece, Rylee Dykes.
Pallbearers will be Ron Robertson, Greg Foster, Slade Dykes and Ryan Dykes.

MARY ESTELLE ARRANT -- News Star World, March 19, 2009
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Estelle Arrant will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 20, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Eddie Shoemaker and Rev. Randy Bardwell will officiate. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Arrant was born Jan 8, 1923 in West Monroe, LA and went to be with her Lord on March 17, 2009 at the age of 86 years old. She was a homemaker and loved her family. She was a very kind hearted person and ready to help any one in need. Estelle is preceded in death by her husband, George Arrant; great- granddaughter, Sara Beth Lenard.
Estelle is survived by her two daughters, Virginia Lenard and husband Riley, Connie Roberts and husband Mike; granddaughter, Cindy Pike and husband Mark, Sandy Lenard; grandson, Brian Lenard and wife Bridget.
Pallbearers will be Mike Roberts, Riley Lenard, Brian Lenard, Truett Bailey, Justin Sutton and Logan Canterberry.
Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Charles Morgan and Dr. Floyd Jones, Prime Care, Care Solutions and People Unlimited (Candance Bloomer) and special care takers; Sonja Cole, Dana Youngblood, and Vertie McCormick.

WILMA E. ARRANT -- News Star World, Dec 29, 2014
Graveside Services for Wilma E. Arrant, 91, of Mena, AR formerly of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, Dec 30, 2014 at Hasley Cemetery Memorial Pavilion in West Monroe with Rev. Don Hawkins and Rev. Irma McCall officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Mrs. Arrant was born March 17, 1923 in Ouachita Parish to the union of Bryant and Emma Edwards and passed away Dec 23, 2014 at Mena Manor Nursing Center in Mena, AR.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, C.P. Arrant; three sisters, Irmaree Head, Marjie Black and Bobbie Jean Smith.
Survivors include her daughter, Brenda Barlow; son, Bruce Earl Arrant and wife Barbara Hoff Arrant; and three grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Monday, Dec 29, 2014 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA
In lieu of flowers, the family request for donations to be made to Community of Christ, Ark-La-Tex USA Mission Center, 802 Erin Ave, Monroe, LA 71201-4750.

MARTHA BUCKER ARRINGTON -- News Star World, Jan 11, 2012
Funeral services for Martha Buckner Arrington, 78, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, Jan 12, 2013, at First Baptist Church, Monroe, with Rev. Tommy Frost, Rev. Clarence Powell, Dr. John "Bud" Traylor, and Rev. Craig West officiating. Music will be provided by "Psalm 100", the group she directed for 15 years, Linda Mulhern, Phyllis Jones, Amanda Terry, and Darrell Washam. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park.
Visitation will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, on Friday, Jan 11 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Mrs. Arrington was born Feb 25, 1934 in Alexandria, LA and died Wednesday, Jan 9, 2013, at St. Francis Medical Center after a hard fought battle with cancer. In the years in between, she touched so many lives with her beautiful voice, wonderful food, decorating, hospitality, and teaching. She was a master conductor, able to control every crescendo, every breath, every voice with just the slightest motion, all the while enriching each singer's spiritual life. She had a "whatever it takes" level of commitment and expected the same from everyone who worked with, around, or under her. "Whatever you do, do it heartily as unto the Lord." Col. 3:23.
Mrs. Arrington was director of music at Louisiana Baptist Children's Home for 29 years. At Monroe's First Baptist Church she directed Youth Choir, taught high school girls' Sunday School, co-directed several Sunday School departments, was co-chairman of the remodeling committee, hosted College Bible Study in her home, even after she became sick, and directed "Psalm 100" for 15 years. In the community she was vice president of Monroe Garden Club, on the Monroe Symphony Board, a member of Music Guild, Kaleidoscope, and soloed, accompanied by Linda Mulhern, all over Monroe and the surrounding states.
Mrs. Arrington attended Ouachita Baptist University, where she was on the Alumni Board and University of Louisiana at Monroe where she graduated with a degree in Vocal Music Education.
Mrs. Arrington was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Luker Buckner and Rev. John Wordy Buckner; and son, Joseph Scott Arrington.
Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Dr. Bill Arrington; son, Kent and wife Laura of Monroe; daughter, Elise Arrington Leitzel and husband Tim of Cleveland, OH; daughter-in-law, Edna Arrington Mayor and husband Gary of Brandon, MS; grandchildren, Jennilee Arrington and fiancée Will Nolan, Emily Laura Arrington, William Arrington, Grace Arrington Mayor, Sara Mayor, Jackson Mayor, Bo Mayor, and Elise Mayor; great granddaughter, Ella Little; stepmother, Juanita Buckner; brothers, Luther Buckner and wife Annette, Jimmy Buckner and wife Linda, Wordy Buckner and wife Sandy; sisters, Dottie Clark and husband Mike, and Helen Wright; brother-in-law, Jim Arrington and wife, Carol; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Pallbearers will be Chris Allums, Cecil Lipscomb, III, Troy McCullen, Norman McQueeen, Heath Munholland, Allen Redding, Mark Saterfield, and Jimmy Terry, Jr.
Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or the Music Ministry of First Baptist Church, Monroe.

JOHN BENNETT JR. ARTHUR -- News Star World, Dec 22, 2015
Funeral service for Mr. John Bennett Arthur, Jr., 90, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, Dec 23, 2015, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph A. Martina, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe.
Mr. Arthur passed away on Dec 21, 2015, at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Progressive Men's Club, Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion. Mr. Arthur was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II. He was awarded several medals that he earned during his Army service during World War II which included: The Bronze Star, The Good Conduct Medal, The World War II Victory Medal, The Combat Infantryman Badge 1st Award, and numerous others.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Anna Louise Arthur; children, Patricia Ann Evans and husband Charles of Monroe, LA; John Bennett Arthur III and wife Julie Renee' of Kingwood, TX; and Roy Joseph Arthur and wife Terri of Monroe, LA; four grandchildren, Cynthia Renee' Arthur, Jayme Renee' Arthur, Victoria Rose Arthur, and Morgan Avery Evans; and one great grandchild, Arthur Jeffrey Nyquist.
Visitation will be from 9:00AM until 10:30 AM Wednesday, Dec 23, 2015, at Mulhearn Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School or to the St. Frederick's Warrior Athletic Foundation.

LODIE LEE ARTHUR -- News Star World, Feb 25, 2014
Funeral Services for Lodie Lee Arthur, 91, of Ruston, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at the McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Chaplain (CPT) David Arthur officiating. Interment will follow in Beulah Methodist Church Cemetery in Calhoun, LA.
Lodie Lee Arthur went home to be with her Lord on Feb 24, 2014. She had fought a courageous fight against adrenal cancer. Lodie was born on Sep 30, 1922 to John B. and Arlean Jarrell Lee in Jackson Parish. She graduated Valedictorian from Choudrant High School and earned her B.S. degree from Louisiana Tech in 1943. While at Tech she was named a campus "Beauty." Also in 1943 she married the love of her life, Ray Vaughn "R.V." Arthur and spent 40 devoted years with him until his death in 1983.
Lodie used her Tech education as supervisor of a government nursery in Beaumont, TX during World War II, then later created and implemented the Early Childhood Education Program at Texas A&I University in Kingsville, TX. Together she and R. V. founded Arthur Brothers Construction Company in Kingsville, TX.
For many years she was active in First Baptist Church, Kingsville, serving as President of the Women's Missionary Union and Superintendent of High School Sunday School. She was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Her creativity won her award ribbons with flower arranging in the Kingsville Garden Club.
Relocating back to Louisiana in the late 1970's, Lodie became a faithful member of Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. She later served as President of the Faith Sunday School Class. Her other interests included growing gorgeous flowers, taking long walks with friends, and caring for her ailing relatives. She is preceded in death by her husband; her four brothers and three sisters.
Lodie is survived by her son, Ray Arthur and wife, Vickie of Choudrant, LA; daughter, Teri Fulton and husband, Mike of Ruston, LA; grandchildren, Jay Arthur and wife, Courtney of Choudrant, LA, David Arthur and wife, Priscilla of Fort Drum, NY, Jill A. Suposs and husband, Collin of Fort Worth, TX, Chad Fulton of Canton, TX and Lodie F. Brewer and husband, Jason of Madison, MS. Eight great grandchildren always brought a big smile to her face. They include Cooper and Coen Arthur, David Issac, Isabella, and Solomon Arthur, Pierce Fulton, Parker and Peyton Brewer. Also numerous nieces, nephew and great nephews and nieces.
Pallbearers will be Jay Arthur, Collin Suposs, Chad Fulton, Jason Brewer, Randall Richardson and Marlon Robinson.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillan Road West Monroe, LA 71291.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The family would like to especially thank marvelous neighbor, Maxine Coleman and compassionate caregivers Lisa Blevins, Linda Carr, and others.

ROBERT E. ARTHUR -- News Star World, March 30, 2017
Funeral services for Mr. Robert E. Arthur, of West Monroe, LA, will be 11:00am Friday, March 31, 2017 at Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ with Rev. Mac Owen officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:00pm until 9:00pm Thursday, March 30, 2017 at Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.
Mr. Arthur was born Sep 1, 1940 in Augusta, AR and passed from this life on March 27, 2017 in West Monroe, LA at the age of 76.
He is preceded in death by two sisters, Jo Ann Thornton and Mary Thornton.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Cynthia Arthur; one son, Heath Edward Arthur and wife Carmen; three grandchildren, Caroline, Gannon, and Anna Kate; also survived by nine nieces and nephews and a host of extended family and friends.
Pallbearers will be Ryan Lee, David Bromley, JD Owen, Paul Stephens, Ty Lawrence and David Owen. Honorary pallbearers will be John Howard, Billy Downey, Charles Many and Rick Tonneson.

JEFFREY MARK ASHBROOK -- News Star World, Dec 02, 2016
Jeffrey Mark Ashbrook passed away in Gilbert, AZ. Born in Monroe, LA to Mike and Loretta Ashbrook, Jeff was 45 years old.
Jeff was a graduate of Neville High School and also Louisiana Tech University where he received his degree in Architecture. He used his degree as a successful freelance architect and lived in Dallas, TX, Denver, CO and Gilbert, AZ.
He enjoyed listening to bands, music, and riding his Harleys. Jeff was the proprietor of Triple 2's Tavern in Arizona and loved "bussing" tables and visiting with his customers and friends.
He is preceded in death by his father, L. Michael Ashbrook. Jeff is survived by his mother, Loretta Barkley Ashbrook; brother, Scott Ashbrook and his wife, Donna; three nephews, Lowell, Hunter and Archer and numerous family and friends. Jeff never missed a birthday of his mother, brother or nephews and would always find the funniest and humorous cards to send. Jeff lived life to the fullest and loved to travel. He will be missed the most by the friends he made throughout Louisiana, Texas, Colorado and Arizonia.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M., Saturday, Dec 3, 2016 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.
Jeff's wishes were to be entombed in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Open Air Chapel Mausoleum which will be private. Memorials in Jeff's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

L. MICHAEL ASHBROOK -- News Star World, Feb 04, 2015
L. Michael Ashbrook, of Monroe, Louisiana, passed away on Jan 30, 2015, after a lengthy illness. He was 72 years old.
Mike was born in Warrensburg, Missouri, on Oct 11, 1942. He was a graduate of Southwest Missouri State University and Louisiana State University School of Law.
Mike began his legal career in Monroe, Louisiana, at Shotwell, Brown & Sperry from 1970-1985 before becoming a founding partner in Shafto & Ashbrook in 1985. He was a successful entrepreneur, having many business interests in health care, opening the Guest House and The Oaks nursing facilities, multiple real estate interests, and banking. In 1998, Mike was instrumental in the development of the community banking era in Monroe by starting Horizons Bank where he served as Chairman of the Board of Directors. He also served on the Boards of American Horizons Bank and Louisiana Bank in Monroe and Fidelity Bank in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Mike's love for the Lord and his heart for foreign missions led him to serve as a founding member of his local church, Evangel Temple Assembly of God Church, where he also served on the Board of Directors. He served on The Assemblies of God Financial Services Group Board, General Council of the Assemblies of God Foundation Board and the Assemblies of God- Past Layman's Advisory Council to Foreign Missions Board of Directors. Mike was Chairman of the Board for WorldServ International which develops and builds water wells and churches in impoverished regions throughout Africa.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Lowell C. and Edna Tanner Ashbrook. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Loretta Barkley Ashbrook; his two sons, Scott Ashbrook and his wife, Donna of Monroe and Jeff Ashbrook of Denver, Colorado; his three grandsons: Lowell Ashbrook, Hunter Ashbrook and Archer Ashbrook; and his sister Janice Clay and brother John Ashbrook.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb 7, 2015 from 10:00 A.M -12:00 P.M. at Evangel Temple Assembly of God Church located at 5800 Frontage Road, Monroe, Louisiana. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 P.M. at the church. Reverend Calvin Stapp and Reverend Geary Phillips will officiate. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Monroe. Serving as pallbearers are Mr. Don Logan, Mr. Charlie Bruce, Mr. Tom Baker, Mr. Tommy Smith, Mr. Ronald Goux and Mr. Chuck Pruett. A private entombment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Mausoleum in West Monroe, Louisiana.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Evangel Temple Assembly of God Church, 5800 Frontage Road Monroe, LA 71202 or The Oaks/Eden Place 1000 Mckeen Place Monroe, LA 71201 or the Alzheimer's Association 513 Walnut Street, Monroe, LA 71201.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Mike's loving and attentive care givers; Alex and Roslyn Conner and Shanita Browhow, Amy McKenzie and Hospice Compassus, the entire staff at The Oaks/Eden Place and Dr. Frank Weinholt and Dr. Brian Krier. Your loving care of Mike during his illness is overwhelmingly appreciated.

RAMONA BURK ASHBROOK -- News Star World, Oct 22, 2015
Ramona Burk Ashbrook, 68, of West Monroe, passed away on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2015, after a long courageous battle with cancer. The home-going celebration for Ramona will be held at 10:00 A.M., on Saturday, Oct 24, 2015, at First Assembly of God (The Assembly) West Monroe. Pastor Shane Warren, Pastor John Skipworth, and Pastor John Burk will be officiating. Interment will be at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation will be on Friday, Oct 23, 2015, at The Assembly West Monroe from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Ramona was born in Wewoka, Oklahoma, on Dec 26, 1946. She graduated with an Associate of Arts Degree from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, Texas, where she met her husband John Ashbrook. Ramona retired from Monroe City School Board Media Center after 33 years of dedicated service. She has served as the assistant to Senior Pastor Shane Warren at The Assembly West Monroe for the past 12 years.
Ramona was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grammie, sister, and friend who always put others before herself. She especially enjoyed spending time with her two grandchildren and entertaining at Camp Tyrolley on Lake Claiborne with her husband, family, and friends. She never gave up. She fought the good fight. She kept the faith. She never complained. She was preceded in death by her father Reverend Alford Burk. She is survived by her loving husband John Ashbrook of 48 years; son Clay Ashbrook and wife Tiffany; daughter Michelle Ashbrook Burnett and husband Destin; grandchildren Kaydee Mae Burnett and Caden Harrison Ashbrook; mother Juanita Burk; sister Linda Crews and husband Fred; brother John Burk and wife Debbie; sisters-in-law Janice Ashbrook Clay and Loretta Ashbrook; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Butch Hibbard, Earl Frost, Glen Frost, Paul Frost, Thomas Hennington, and Andy Varino who are accompanied by their wives. These couples are more than friends. They are part of our family.

RAY ASHBY -- News Star World, Nov 29, 2012
Funeral services for Mr. Ray Ashby, age 63, of Downsville, LA., will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, Nov 30, 2012 at Bethel Church of Downsville, LA. Officiating will be Pastor Tom Lowe, assisted by Rev. Laymond Tucker. Interment will follow in Downsville Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA.
Ray was born on August 25, 1949 in Ruston, LA, and passed away on Nov 24, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of Christ Church in West Monroe. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a farmer.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Lucile Ashby.
Survivors include his wife Lou Alice Ashby of Downsville, LA; three children, Mark Ashby of Austin, TX; Will Ashby of Downsville, LA; Carol Elizabeth Britt and husband Thomas of Ruston, LA; grandchildren, Lane Ashby, and Cameron Britt; sister, Liz Hurt of Winnsboro, TX; and Carol King of Downsville, LA; also several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.
Pallbearers will be Rick Hill, Wayne Hammons, Johnny McFarland, Robert Calhoun, David Wade, Roy Echols, Malcolm Echols, and Donald Lloyd.
Visitation will be held Thursday, Nov 29, 2012 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville.

CATHERINE ANN ASHCRAFT -- News Star World, July 03, 2009
Catherine Ann Ashcraft Smith, 76, of Pine Bluff, died Thursday, July 2, 2009 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock.
She was born April 20, 1933 in Cleveland County, daughter of Don and Mabel Goggans Ashcraft.
Mrs. Smith was reared and received her early education in Rison, graduating from Rison High School. She earned her B.A. Degree from Arkansas A & M (now University of Arkansas at Monticello) and her Master's in Education from Ouachita Baptist University.
She taught school in Grapevine and at L.L. Owen Elementary in Watson Chapel for 40 years, retiring in 1994.
Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Henry J. Smith, whom she married April 4, 1953 in Rison.
Mrs. Smith enjoyed children and especially enjoyed watching them learn. She always said you haven't truly learned until you have taught someone else. Her students will remember her as strict but loving, and really hard. "No one can ever take away your education," she would say. She was a life long learner, as she was active in the Bible Study Fellowship at First Baptist Church of Pine Bluff at the time of her death. She enjoyed gardening vegetables and flowers and was a member of the Watson Chapel Garden Club. She also liked traveling with Henry all over the United States in her retirement years. Mrs. Smith moved to Trinity Village in 2005 and was Resident of the Month in March of this year. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan and got to see her beloved Albert Pujols play at Busch Stadium for her last birthday. Nothing thrilled her more, however, than to watch her children and grandchildren play ball.
She was extremely devoted to her church, Salem Missionary Baptist Church, for over 50 years, and her marks are all over the church, inside and outside. Teaching Sunday School, playing the organ, serving on the building committee with Henry, and serving as church clerk were only the official capacities she held. She believed that we should be doers of the Word and not just hearers of the Word. Quoting scripture was a special way that she and Henry raised their children, and that continued until the day she died.
Survivors include her son, Dr. John Wayne Smith (Laura) of Hot Springs; three daughters, Lori Ann Johnson (Stan) of Pine Bluff, Lisa Catherine Bradley (Bill) of West Monroe, LA and Leslie Carol Williams (Billy) of White Hall; sister, Jane Cash Hankins of Pine Bluff; ten grandchildren, Melanie Smith, Melissa Smith, Drew Smith, Brad Johnson (Emily), Taylor Johnson, Natalie Johnson, Rachel Bradley, Rebecca Bradley, Micah Williams and Luke Williams; and three great-grandchildren, Becca, Gracie and Elam Johnson.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 4, 2009 at Salem Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Howard Loetscher officiating. Burial will follow in Rowell Cemetery by Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Salem Missionary Baptist Church.
Memorials may be made to Salem Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, 5617 Sulphur Springs Road, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603 or Charitable Christian Medical Clinic, 133 Arbor Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901-3535.

BERTILLE ASHLEY -- News Star World, Nov 10, 2008
Funeral services for Bertille Ashley, 92, of Winnsboro, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Monday, Nov 10, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Ron Charrier officiating. Interment will follow at Coax Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Mrs. Ashley was born March 22, 1916 in Mississippi and passed away Saturday Nov 08, 2008 at Plantation Manor N.H. in Winnsboro. She was a resident of Winnsboro and a mother of 9 children and a homemaker.
She was preceded in Death by: Husband, Casey Clarence Ashley; Father Leon Blount; Mother Bertie Maude (Garner) Blount; 2 brothers, T. J. Blount and Quinn Blount; 3 Sisters, Wynema Manning, Clara Ainsworth, and Wynona Taylor; 1 Grandchild and 2 Great-grandchildren. Survivors include: 2 Daughters, Betty Ashley Carraway of Winnsboro, LA; and Sandra Ashley Robinson and husband Gary Don Robinson of Winnsboro, LA. 7 Sons-Charles C. Ashley and wife Carolyn Scott Ashley of Delhi, LA; Veron Ashley and wife Shirley Clark Ashley of Raymondville, TX; Billy Joe Ashley and wife Glenda Carraway Ashley of Winnsboro, LA; Calvin Ray Ashley and wife Janice Lachute Ashley of Vicksburg, MS; Ronnie O'Neal Ashley and wife Linda Lynn Ashley of Winnsboro, LA; Gary Wayne Ashley and wife Susan Ables Ashley of Winnsboro, LA; Danny Lee Ashley and wife Teresa Holloway Ashley of Winnsboro, LA.She was also survived by 27 grandchildren, 60 great grandchildren, and 18 great-great grandchildren.
The Pallbearers will be Grandsons-Scott Ashley, Randy Ashley, Jon Ashley, Billy Joe Ashley Jr., Eric Ashley, Shawn Ashley Robinson, Ryan Shae Robinson, Chris Ashley, and Larry Carraway.
The Honorary Pallbearers will be Grandsons-Rickey Carraway, Timothy Carraway, Steve Carraway, Matthew Carraway, Tony Ashley, Kaleb Ashley, Drew Ashley, and Josh Ashley.
The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Sunday, Nov 9, 2008.
Memorials may be made to The Gideons or St. Judes or the charity of their choice.

FRANCES ELIZABETH WOODRUFF ANGLIN ASHLEY -- News Star World Jan 03, 2014
Funeral services for Frances Elizabeth Woodruff (Anglin) Ashley, 86, of Newellton, Louisiana, will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at First Baptist Church Newellton, with Rev. Larry Foster and Rev. Scott Byrd officiating. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, Louisiana, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Visitation will be Friday, Jan 3, 2014 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home in Tallulah. Mrs. Anglin passed away at her home on Jan 1, 2014. Elizabeth was born on Easter Sunday, April 16, 1927, during the Flood of 1927 in Natchez, Mississippi to the union of James Pleasant Woodruff and Ruby Estelle Thompson Woodruff of Newellton. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her husbands, Eudell Ashley in 1984 and A. C. Anglin in 1996, and her brothers, Ancil Woodruff and Jimmy Woodruff. Elizabeth is survived by her loving children, Glenda Ashley Alford and husband Wendell of Newellton, Eudell Ashley and wife Donna of Sterlington, Bryan Ashley of Tallulah and Anne Ashley Groce and husband David of Newellton. Libby is survived by nine grandchildren, Ashley Capdepon Hillman of Lafayette, Amanda Ashley Corrigan of Waxahachie, Texas, Joseph Ashley of Baton Rouge, Shelby Alford Smith of Little Rock, Arkansas, Ashlin Alford Doyle of Monroe, Jacob Ashley of Monroe, Whitney Alford of New Orleans, Carlyle Ashley of Monroe and Connor Ashley of Tallulah, and ten great-grandchildren, Hayley and Everett Hillman, Titus, Gideon, Silas, and Judah Ashley, Lane Smith, Kaydell Corrigan, Hudson Ashley, and Brooks Doyle. She is also survived by her brother, J.P. Woodruff, Jr., and wife Kay of Minneapolis, MN., sister, Lavonne Watts of Houston, Texas, and sisters-in-law Cecelia Woodruff of Newellton and Delores Woodruff of New Iberia, and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Anglin was a member of First Baptist Church of Newellton. She was an avid gardener and known by many to be one of the best cooks in Louisiana. She will be remembered by her family as a beautiful, feisty, fun, and faithful mother. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Joseph Ashley, Jacob Ashley, Connor Ashley, Grant Hillman, Daniel Smith and Matt Doyle. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 301 Main Street, Newellton, Louisiana, 71357. The family would like to thank Tensas Home Health Staff, Pam Goodwin, and Lynn Hall for their special love and care.

GALE LYNN ASHLEY -- News Star World, Feb 02, 2017
Funeral services for Coach Gale Lynn Ashley, 69, of Longview, TX, formerly of Crowville will be 10 am Thursday, Feb 2, 2017 at First Baptist Church, Crowville, with Rev. Jimmy Harper officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6 - 8 pm Wednesday Feb 1, 2017 at the funeral home
Coach Ashley was born June 6, 1947 in Winnsboro to the union of C. M. Ashley and Doris Harper Ashley; he passed from this life on Jan 30, 2017 at Haven Care Center in Longview.
Coach Ashley, coached for 37 years in both Louisiana and Texas. HE began his coaching career in Richland Parish at Mangham Junior High. After one year there he moved to Mangham High School where he coached for 17 years, after his tenure at Mangham he coached in Ouachita Parish and became head coach at West Ouachita High School. After retiring from Louisiana he moved to Texas and continued coaching. After several stops along the way he became head coach at Center High School, where he was2004 3A Texas Sports Writers coach of the year.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Pam Ashley.
Survivors include his wife of 47 years Jeanette Ashley of Longview, TX; three sons: David Ashley and wife Kristine of Longview, TX, Michael Ashley of Seoul, Korea and Keith Ashley of Dallas, TX; four grandchildren: Morganne Ashley, Aaron Ashley, Stella Barton and Jagger Barton; one sister Tammie McDaniel and husband Jack of Crowville; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers will be Bubba Bell, Robert Boughton, Joe Chapman, Donnie Harper, B. E. Pickett, Mike Sharbono, Danny Walters, and Eddie Ward.

KAY F. ASHLEY -- News Star World, Nov 25, 2008
10/3/1940 - 11/23/2008
Kay Ashley was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She is survived by her husband: Leo Ashley; Sisters: Mildred, Johnnie and Thelma Son: Rick and Daughters: Sandra Roberts and Cliff Oliver, Carrie Summers and Richard Summers, Margaret Roberts and Hector Riverero, Judy Roberts. She also has 2 step-sons: Kerry Wayne and Johnny Raye. Kay has 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. The service will be held on Wednesday, Nov 26th at 2:00PM It will be at Riverside Cemetery at 100 Standifer Monroe, LA 71202.

NATHAN ASHLEY -- News Star World, Sep 7, 2008
Funeral services for Nathan Ashley, 86, of Sicily Island, LA will be held at First Baptist Church of Sicily Island on Sunday, Sep 7, 2008 at 2:00 PM with Rev. James Gass and Rev. Ken Hoots officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Park Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Nathan Ashley was born May 05, 1922 in Natchez, MS and passed away Friday Sep 05, 2008 at Riverland Medical Center in Ferriday. He was a resident of Sicily Island, a retired employee of Louisiana Dept of Transportation, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Sicily Island. He faithfully served our country in the U.S. Army, rank of Staff Sgt during World War II.
He was preceded in Death by: Wife Ella (Ellerbe) Ashley; Father Lonnie Ashley; Mother Janie (Gober) Ashley; Daughter Gerdine Aarons; 3 Grandchildren Raymond Easley, Jason Ashley, and Jody Ashley; 4 Brothers and 1 Sister.
Survivors include:
Daughter Ann McElwee and husband Robert of Hammond, LA, Son Donald Ashley and wife Joy of Sicily Island, Daughter Adrisha Jenkins and husband Barry of Sicily Island; 4 Sisters, 7 Grandchildren, and 15 Great Grandchildren.
The Pallbearers will be Cole Lofton, Kevin Ashley, Bobby Ferrara, David Cannon, Willard Kassel, and Girault Bird.
Mr. Ashley's family would like to express their deepest appreciation to the staff of Plantation Oaks Nursing Home for the care and kindness extended to their father for the past years. Also a special thanks to Riverland ICU nurses and staff along with Dr. Lee and Dr. Coney for the wonderful care given to their father.
Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA

VIRGINIA ELIZABETH ASHLEY -- News Star World, August 29, 2009
Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia Elizabeth Ashley, 90, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, August 30, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Minister Alan Robertson and Minister Mike Kellett officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Mrs. Ashley was born August 23, 1919 in Sulphur Springs, TX and passed away August 27, 2009 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of White's Ferry Road Church of Christ. She enjoyed cooking and serving others.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Victor Noel Ashley.
She is survived by her daughters, Vicki Spruill and husband Wayne, and Beth Burns and husband Rudy; Grandchildren, Donna LaBorde and husband Rusty, Ashley Garnett and husband Max, Kristi Horton and husband Garon, Bucky Newell and wife Brenda, Kevin Newell, and Mavi Dean; great grandchildren, Jeremy Thacker and wife Heather, Lane LaBorde and wife Julien, Morgan Johnson and husband Jacob, Tyler Garnett, Hailey Horton, Zack Horton, Landon Horton, Ashley Newell, Courtney Newell, Madison Dean, Meredith Dean, Logan Newell, Landrie Gayle Newell, and Lauren Perry; and great great grandchildren, Jaxon and Jansen Thacker.
Pallbearers will be Travis Sayers, Larry Flowers, Paul Stephens, Bill Durham, Alex Wade, Robert Arthur, Scott Nelson and Troy Culp.
Honorary pallbearers will be Phil Brown, John Howard, Randy Kirby, Bill Ashley, Larry West, and her Domino Lunch Bunch.
Visitation will be from 1:15 PM until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Memorials may be made to the World Radio or We Care Ministries.

BETTY COMPTON ASTON -- News Star World, March 15, 2015
Funeral services for Betty Compton Aston, 60, of West Monroe will be at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 16, 2015 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Reverend Michael O'Neal, Reverend Michael Stravato, and B. B. Angelo officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
She was born August 8, 1954 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 13, 2015 in West Monroe. She was married to Jerry Dent Aston, Jr. for 36 years, and was retired from LSU Health Science Center. She attended the University of Louisiana, Monroe, was a member of the Zeta Sorority, and was known by many as ULM's #1 fan. She was a loving daughter, wife, sister, mother and grandmother.
Mrs. Aston was preceded in death by her father, Mose Compton; mother, Florence Odom Compton and brother, Jerry Compton.
Betty is survived by her husband, Jerry Aston, Jr.; brother, Danny Compton and wife Rhonda; daughters, Aubrey Aston and Khristy O'Neal and husband Michael II ; mother and father-in-law, Linda and Jerry Aston, Sr.; grandsons, Michael David III, Wesley Paul, Tristan; granddaughters, Julia and Alanie; and nephews, Brent and Robbie.
Pallbearers will be Brent Compton, Robbie Compton, David Aston, Lawrence Guidry, Michael David O'Neal II, Michael David O'Neal III, and Tristan Moore.
Visitation will be from 4:00 - 7:00 PM, Sunday, March 15, 2015 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project or Account 9612 at any Chase Bank.

BRENDA SUE ASWELL -- News Star World, Nov 18, 2015
Funeral Services for Brenda Sue Aswell, 62, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Thursday, Nov 19, 2015 at Peniel Baptist Church, West Monroe with Rev. Eddy Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Brenda was born on August 22, 1953 in Monroe, LA and passed away on Nov 16, 2015 in Eros, LA. She was a faithful member of Peniel Baptist Church, a devoted Christian, and a loving mother and wife. She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Mary Baugh; brothers, Melvin and Marshall Baugh; and sisters, Lois Christy and Helen Lay.
Survivors include her husband, Jim Aswell; son, Erik Aswell; brothers and sisters, Marie Christy, Nancy Williamson, Richard Baugh, Lemiel Baugh, Roy Baugh, Odell Baugh, Norman Baugh, Evelyn Osbon, Linette Wheelis, Debbie Baugh, Hollie Alford, and Teresa Ferguson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday, Nov 18, 2015 at Peniel Baptist Church, 1924 Jonesboro Road, West Monroe.

JOE ASWELL -- News Star World, Sep 18, 2016
Funeral services for Joe "Ragan" Aswell, age 76, of Choudrant, LA will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, Sep 19, 2016 at First Baptist Church Choudrant. Officiating the service will be Rev. Werner Aswell, Rev. David Harrell, and Rev. Jeremy Jones. Interment will follow at Choudrant Memorial Cemetery in Choudrant, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Visitation will be 5:00 until 8:00 P.M. Sunday, Sep 18, 2016 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA.
Mr. Aswell was born on Jan 30, 1940 in Shreveport, LA and died on Sep 16, 2016 in Ruston, LA.
Ragan lived to work, and then work some more. He enjoyed raising cattle, baling hay and working in the garden. He drew structures or projects on paper and then built them - whether it was trailers, barns, sheds, fences, chicken pens, birdhouses or whatever. Ragan produced a bountiful garden each year. His work ethic was fueled by his motto that "nothing is impossible with a little effort and a lot of hard work." He never retired because he loved going to work and visiting with his buddies and drinking coffee.
Ragan lived in Choudrant all his life. He graduated from Choudrant High School, attended Louisiana Tech University and was a member of the Army National Guard.
He started into business for himself in 1960, opening Aswell's Gulf Service Station, and then later having a custom welding service. He and his brother, Wayne, established Aswell Brother's Fertilizer in 1971. He later opened Aswell's Fertilizer and Feed Store with son-in-law, Steve. Ragan is a former original committee member for the Northeast Louisiana Expo Center, has sat on the Board of Community Trust Bank and is a past member of the Louisiana Cattlemen's Association. In 1967, Ragan joined the village of Choudrant Town Council as an Alderman and served 12 terms. He was preceded in death by his parents, W.L. and Jewel Wade Aswell; brothers, Larry and Roy Aswell; and nephew, Roy Aswell, Jr.

VIRGINIA ASWELL -- News Star World, Nov 15, 2016
Virginia Aswell, 91, of Sachse, Texas, died with her family at her side at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas on Nov 10, 2016. She was born Edith Virginia Loveless on Oct 2, 1925, near Frankfort, Indiana. Her parents moved to Louisiana in 1941, eventually settling in East Feliciana Parish. She graduated from University High School in Los Angeles with honors in 1943. Virginia then attended Louisiana State University, graduating in 1948 with a degree in Dietetics. After graduating, she worked as a hospital dietitian in West Monroe, Louisiana.
While at LSU, Virginia was active in the Methodist Student Union, where she met her future husband, Don Aswell. She and Don were married on Valentine's Day, 1948 and remained married for 62 years until his death in 2011. In the 1950's, Don and Virginia settled in New Orleans where they lived for over 50 years until forced to move by Hurricane Katrina in 2007. Virginia was a longtime member of the Gretna United Methodist Church, served as a delegate to the Methodist Conference, served with Gideon's International, and impacted thousands of lives through serving the Rotary Club. After moving to Sachse in 2007, Virginia was active in the Buckingham First United Methodist Church and later joined the Sachse First United Methodist Church.
In addition to her husband Don, Virginia was preceded in death by her daughter, Marjorie Aswell; brothers, Robert and Benjamin Loveless; and sister, Lorna Bennie. She is survived by her sister, Nina Schales; daughter, Carol Campion and husband, Laurence; son, Colonel Paul Aswell, US Army (Retired) and his wife, Meg; seven grandchildren; and 15 great- grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, Nov 16, 2016 at Sachse First United Methodist Church with Reverend Frank Rahm officiating. Interment will be at 12 noon, Thursday, Nov 17, 2016 at Downsville Cemetery, Downsville, Louisiana.
Charles W. Smith & Sons, Funeral Home, Sachse, TX

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