Franklin Keith Ruther, age 90, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Friday, February 16, 2018 in Mena.

He was born in Sparks, Nebraska on April 25, 1927 to the late Frank Thomas Ruther and the late Dorothy Schroeder Ruther. He grew up working on his parents’ farm with his brother Gene, caring for animals, crops and the land. He was a country boy at heart and his strong work ethic continued throughout his life. He was an excellent student and loved sports, especially basketball which he played in high school. After graduating high school, Keith joined the Merchant Marines and served during World War II visiting many interesting ports in the Pacific. Upon returning to Nebraska he married Vivian Burns Ruther and they have been lovingly married for 69 years.

After several years of running a fox farm, Keith moved his family, which now included two young boys, to the Wichita, Kansas area. Keith and Vivian raised their boys in Derby, Kansas and lived in the area for over 30 years. Keith was an aeronautics technician by profession, working for Boeing and Sperry. But he always made time for horses and a garden. In the 1980s, he started buying, raising and training miniature horses. He retired to Mena, Arkansas in 1989 and, together with his wife, created a nationally known and well-respected miniature horse farm operation. Their horses were shown all over the country and were awarded numerous prizes and awards, including the National Reserve Champion in 1992.

Keith was very artistic, creating beautiful wood carvings. He was also musical and loved to sing and play the organ and guitar. He and Vivian traveled to all parts of the United States and to Europe and Mexico. But his favorite place to be was home, in Polk County, with his family and friends. He was a loving and kind, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.

He is survived by his wife Vivian Ruther of Mena, Arkansas; two sons Chuck Ruther of Wichita Kansas and Greg Ruther of Salt Lake City, Utah; nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Dorothy Ruther and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Cherry Hill Methodist Church in Cherry Hill. Interment will follow in the Cherry Hill Cemetery in Cherry Hill, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friends visitation will be Friday, February 23, 2018 at 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood.

Pallbearers will be Fred Burns, Lee Fountain, Troy Lunsford, Trey Lunsford, Dave Werner and Frank Davis.

Honorary pallbearers will be Lawrence Philpot, Rex Burns and Tim Ruther.

Joan Reynolds, 83, of Cove, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Ft. Smith, AR. Joan Elizabeth Anderson was born March 25, 1934, to James Anderson and Laura May Anderson, (ne VanCampen) in Philadelphia, PA. She is survived by her husband, James Reynolds of Cove; her brother Jim Anderson of Vista, CA; her half-brother David Anderson of San Fransisco, CA; her step-brother Steve Murphrey of Apex, NC her step-sister Aline Arnold of Billerica, MA; her daughter Mary Ditzel of Cove; her son Tom Reynolds of Siloam Springs; and her son ScottReynolds of Cove. Joan was a loving grandmother and great grandmother to eleven grandchildren (Nicole Reynolds, Brian Reynolds, Eleanor [Libby] Reynolds, Jonathan Ditzel, Benjamin Ditzel, Robert Ditzel, Brandon Riddle, Tyler Smith, Jenny Hogan, Crystal Perales, and Amber Williams) and four great-grandchildren (Rider Riddle, Kadence Reynolds, Abigail Reynolds, and Anderson Reynolds.) She was preceded in death by her daughter Leslie Smith of Cove, her parents, two brothers [Charles, and John], and a sister [Barbara]. Joan will be missed by all her family and friends.

Larry F. Hooper age 77, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 in Mena.

Larry was born in Eagleton, Arkansas on September 15, 1940 to the late Frank Hooper and Lu Vada Bates Hooper. He was lovingly married to Betty Crowley Hooper for 58 years.  Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army. He retired from U. S. Motors after 30 years. Larry loved being outside in nature going hunting and fishing with family and friends. He enjoyed volunteering and was also a member of CMA. Larry was deeply rooted in his faith and more than anything loved his family. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to all. He will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his wife Betty Hoper of Mena, Arkansas; a son Buddy Hooper and wife Becky of Mena, Arkansas; daughter Linda Dow of Mena, Arkansas; grandchildren Brandon Dow of Rogers, Arkansas, Justin Dow and wife Stephanie of Bentonville, Arkansas, Steven Hooper and wife Kadance of Enterprise, Alabama, Kristen Hooper of Mena, Arkansas; Great-Grandchildren Paxton and Hollister; Half-brothers Trent Hooper of Coalburn, Colorado, Boyd Hooper or Rifle, Colorado; Sister Shirley June Jayne and husband Les of Sheridan, Wyoming; Half-sister Carole Fraiser of Palisade, Colorado.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lu Vada Hooper and a granddaughter, Shawna Crider.

Funeral service will be Friday, February 23, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. The Crossing with Brother Victor Rowell officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friend’s visitation will be Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood.

Pallbearers will be Bill Davis, Jay Gisclair, Ken Borden, Jerry Ralls, Larry Dunaway, and Jimmy Martin.

Michael Terence Hoban, age 59, of Pine Ridge, Arkansas died Thursday, March 1, 2018 at his family home.  He was born on Wednesday, July 2, 1958 to John Francis and Bernice Evelyn Trinko Hoban in Oak Park, Illinois.

Michael was a friend to all and was a generous person to all that needed his help.  Michael was an outdoorsman who loved going fishing and reading.  He loved spending time with his family and friends.  Michael enjoyed watching all sports but his favorite was his Chicago Cubs.  Michael was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena.  Michael was a loving brother, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Michael is survived by his three brothers and sisters in law, John and Jean Hoban of Lamar, Arkansas, Patrick and Donna Hoban of Joliet, Illinois and Thomas Hoban of Joliet, Illinois; two sisters and brothers in law, Mary-Jo and James Thieme of Villa Park, Illinois and Collene and Thomas Noltle of Joliet, Illinois; many nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral mass will be held Monday, March 5, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena with Father Joseph Shantirag as celebrant.  Interment will be at Cherry Hill Cemetery with services entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Visitation will be Sunday, March 4, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. with a Rosary service starting at 7:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

Pallbearers are Michael Thieme, John Thieme, James Thieme, Patrick Nolte, Robert Nolte, Thomas Hoban and Anthony Hoban.

Sara J. Wilcher age 73 of Wickes, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in Waldron.
Sara was born on January 11, 1945 in Canton, Ohio to the late Raymond Durrell Haun and the late Sylvia Irene Baughman Haun. Sara married the love of her life, James Roger Wilcher. Sara loved her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren, for they were her pride and joy. She enjoyed cooking and canning for her family and friends. Sara worked for many years in Accounting until she retired from Tyson. She was a loving mother, nana, sister, aunt and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed.
She is survived by daughters Felita Dearing and husband Steve of Cove, Arkansas, Greta McDonald and husband Jerry of Heavener, Oklahoma and Mindy Kight and husband John of Wickes, Arkansas; grandchildren Mercedes Parrish of Wickes, Arkansas, Chance Dearing of Green Forrest, Arkansas, and Harly Dearing of Cove, Arkansas; brothers Bill Haun of Scio, Ohio and Tom Haun and wife Robin of Carrollton, Ohio; sister Carol Luzier and husband Tom of Warren, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Sylvia Haun, and husband James Roger Wilcher.
Graveside service will be Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Crystal Hill Cemetery in Wickes under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
Family and friend’s visitation will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood.
Pallbearers will be Steve Dearing, Chance Dearing, John Kight, Jerry McDonald, Jerry Watkins and Seth Watkins.

Lucinda Lemus Escobar, age 92, of Mena, Arkansas, died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the Mena Regional Health System surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Wednesday, October 28, 1925 to Hubense Arriaga and Apolinaria Lemus in Choloma, Honduras.

‘Ms. Lucy’, as she was known by most all of Mena, was a very hard working, faithful lady who would help anyone in need; with family being her top priority in life. She loved her family without fail. Ms. Lucy loved to watch The Price is Right in the mornings and The Wheel of Fortune in the evenings. In between the two she would work her word search puzzles and watch her favorite professional soccer team – Real Madrid. Ms. Lucy worked at many places, from Honduras to Chicago to Mena; her most memorable being at the Acorn School System as a custodian and informal elementary Spanish teacher, retiring after 14 years. She was also an excellent seamstress, making many beautiful wedding and formal dresses, all of them one of a kind. Ms. Lucy was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father; her son, Luis Escobar; and beloved son in law, Victor Zemaitis.

Ms. Lucy is survived by her sons and daughter in law, Charlie Escobar of Mena, Albert and Mary Escobar of Mena, and Martin Escobar of Mena; her daughter, Leticia Zemaitis of Houston, Texas; her sister, Florinda Brassfield of Mena; nine grandchildren, Luis Escobar of Oak Grove, Illinois, Lucy Lee Escobar of Nunley, Charlie Escobar Jr. of Mena, Jessica Sanchez of Mena, Amanda Swope of Fayetteville, Arkansas, George Escobar Jr. of Texarkana, Alex Escobar of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Jeff Zemaitis of Houston, Texas, and Erica Brown of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; eleven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Deacon Justin Swope and Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Interment will follow at the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

Pallbearers will be Charlie Escobar Jr., George Escobar Jr., Jeff Zemaitis, Trey Escobar, Daniel Sanchez and Vinnie Delmastro.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

Lucille Arocha, age 87, of Mount Ida, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018.

She was born on September 12, 1930 in Langley, the daughter of Robert Elijah Golden and Tenia Irene Blevins Golden.  On October 23, 1951, she was married to Steve Arocha. She was preceded in death by her son, Perry Arocha; her parents; five brothers, Bill Golden, Albert Golden, Henry Golden, Raymond Golden and Kelly Golden; and two sisters, Maudie Garrison and Nellie Aleshire.

She was Church of Christ in her faith and worked in the farming industry in Ohio.  She worked hard all of her life to help provide for her family. She enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens, fishing, cooking and spending time with her family and friends.

“Our Wife, Mother and Grandmother was a very God loving and kind-hearted person and although she is of great loss to us here on Earth, Heaven just received a special Angel.”

She is survived by her husband, Steve Arocha of Mount Ida; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Stanley Arocha of Mount Ida and Jerry and Sally Arocha of Sherwood; two granddaughters, Amanda Arocha and Christina Arocha; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 10, 2018, in the Davis-Smith Funeral Home Chapel, Glenwood, with John Hall and Royce Golden officiating.

Visitation will be Friday, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at the funeral home.

Interment will be in Athens Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Justin McCormick, Darrell Golden, Jimmy Golden, Steve Golden, Billie Shepherd and Hershel Henry.

Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Aleshire and Ricky Andrews.

Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

, age 74, of Cherry Hill, died Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his home. He was born on Saturday, November 27, 1943 to Mitchell and Stella Maximovich Posel in Santiago, Pennsylvania.

Mitchell was an outdoorsman who loved working on his farm, being an all around handyman and fishing. Mitchell was a semi-pro bass fisherman and won several tournaments. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Mitchell worked 30 years for American Airlines and he served as a steward for TWU in Grapevine, Texas. He retired to Cherry Hill in 2003 where he enjoyed working on his farm and playing on his tractor. He was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena. Mitchell was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers, Ray Posel and Al “Chunnie” Posel .

Mitchell is survived by his wife, Dorothy Posel of Cherry Hill, his son and daughter in law, Mitchell Jr. and Jessica Posel of Plano, Texas; his daughter and son in law, Steffi and Joe Parkerson of Roanoke, Texas; three grandchildren, Siena Parkerson and Jake Parkerson both of Roanoke, Texas and Mitchell Posel III of Plano, Texas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial mass will be held at a later date at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena, Arkansas. Cremation services are entrusted Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

age 85, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018 in Mena.

Robert was born on August 23, 1932 in Ottawa, Illinois to the late James Wolfe and Myra LaSalle Wolfe. He was married to Phyllis Ann Wolfe. Robert was the owner and operator of Il Primo-Chicago Pizza restaurants by profession.  Being a history buff, he enjoyed reading stories on war. Robert also liked to watch boxing and was an avid fan of Chicago Bulls and Bears. He enjoyed lifting weights and body building. One thing he was most proud of, was being saved and baptized along with his grandson, Jim at First Baptist Church in Hatfield while Brother Brad Justice was pastor.  Robert enjoyed making pizzas, which everyone always enjoyed.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and a friend to many.  He will be dearly missed by all.

He is survived by wife Phyllis Ann Wolfe of Mena, Arkansas, sons Robert Dale Wolfe, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona, Richard Wolfe of Phoenix, Arizona, daughter, Jennifer Wolfe of Chicago, Illinois. Grandchildren, James K. Wolfe of New Boston, Texas, Heidi Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, Angela Morris of Galesburg, Illinois, Eric Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, William Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, Julianna Wolfe of Chicago, Illinois, Katie Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois. Niece, JoAnn Jense, and Nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Myra Wolfe and son Sidney James Wolfe, daughter, Cynthia Wolfe, brother, James Wolfe and a sister, JoAnn Wolfe.

Graveside services with military honors will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Brother Roger Bishop officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Visitation will be Tuesday, March 6, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood.

Pallbearers will be Charlie Brown, Dana Kinsey, Brother Bernie Boyd, Derrick Maechlar, Jim Sickler and James K. Wolfe.

S. I. (Pete) Brewer age 93, of Hatfield, Arkansas passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 at St. Vincents Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Pete was born in Montgomery County on October 10, 1924 to Joe and Mary Brewer.

He built houses for many years in Dallas, Texas and was a foster parent, Church Deacon and Sunday school and a youth leader. Pete had a love for God, his wife and family, his church and church family. He loved giving his talents and labors to last for years in his beautiful buildings for others to worship and praise. Pete was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend to all who new him. He will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) Brewer of Hatfield, Arkansas. Daughters: Mary Murphy of Terrell, Texas, Patty Taylor and husband Walter of Dallas, Texas, Suzanna Savoi of Dallas, Texas, Michelle Beaty of Hatfield, Arkansas Grandchildren Tammy Williams of Kaufman, Texas, Amy Fisher and husband Keith of Kaufman, Texas, Ashley Murphy of Forney, Texas, John Head of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Shannell Fairless of Hatfield, Arkansas, Mikale McBroom of Gillham, Arkansas; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Brewer, and sons, Jimmy Brewer, and Sammy Brewer.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Cove, Arkansas with Brother Ron Ladd officiatring. Interment will follow in the Six Mile Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers will be Gerald Brewer, Paul Arcenaux, John Head, Sammy Davidson, Troy McBroom, and Ala Brown. Honorary pallbearer will be Eudell Head.

In lieu of flowers family is asking to make donations to Arkansas Hospice Organization.

Susan Annette Sandifer, age 54, of Amity, Arkansas, died Monday, March 5, 2018 at her home. She was born Thursday, February 13, 1964 to Deryl Ray Sandifer and Patricia Ann Ryals Hogan in Waldron, Arkansas.

Susan was at peace in the country where she loved fishing, going on walks with her dog and gardening. She was a Christian and loved her family and friends. Susan was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Brannon Meador, her stepfather, Don Meador, and her niece, Courtney McCormack.

Susan is survived by her mother and stepfather, Patricia and Earl Hogan of Mena; her father, Edward Aleshire, four brothers, Michael Aleshire of Mena, David Aleshire of Enid, Oklahoma, Gerald Aleshire of Mena, and Owen Meador of Iowa; four sisters, Edwina Noble of Hot Springs and Kimberly McCormack of Mena, Leslie Jones of Mena and Marla Millian of Mena, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at the Mama Nell Family Cemetery at 3100 Hwy 88 East in Mena. Visitation will be Friday, March 9, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

Mrs. Dolly Hart Hampton, age 100, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2018 in Mena.

She was born February 9, 1918 in Page, Oklahoma to the late Heull J. Hart and the late Allie Rebecca Sexton Hart.  She was married for 60 years to Mr. Elwood Bryan Hampton, who preceded her in death.

At a very young age, Dolly left school to help her mother raise her siblings.  Her father, who was Section Foreman of the Kansas City Railroad in Page, Oklahoma, had passed away.  Dolly was the only child of her family not to be born in Arkansas.  She was a spotless homemaker and a wonderful baker.  She would make cakes, pies and candy, sharing them with the residents of Mena.  She was a devoted mother and a loving grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister and friend.

She is survived by her daughters, Sondra Kaye Hampton Langford, Rebecca Ann Hampton Barnette. Grandchildren Bryan Langford, Karyn Langford Cole, Joel Langford, Dana B. Johnson and Stephen Barnett. Great-Grandchildren Shannon, Kristen, Lacey, Hannah, Louis, Anthony, Ciarra, Brayden and Kellun. Great-Great-Grandchildren Jax, Jaidyn, Shelby, Tyjae, Jasmine, Kameron and Zoe, and her sister Helen Hart Parsons.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood Bryan Hampton, her parents, Huell and Allie Hart, brothers, Eugene and Sidney Hart and sisters, Ruby Hart, Florence Hart, Bessie Mae Wilds, Paulene Little, Lorene Griffith, Louise McRee and Blanche Alleyene Bealert.

Funeral services will be Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Beasley Wood Chapel with Reverend J.D. Langford officiating.  Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home.  Visitation will be general.

Pallbearers will be Bryan Langford, Stephen Barnett, Anthony Gonzales, Ben Cole, Matt Glover and Jay Eldridge.

Audrey Waters Masters Hollington, age 90, of Old Dallas, Arkansas, died, Sunday, March 11, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Wednesday, January 18, 1928 to George Washington and Esther Mae Kenworthy Waters in Old Dallas, Arkansas.

Audrey was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, a friend to many and will be missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband of 28 years, Donald Masters; her second husband of 12 years, Jack Hollington; two brothers, George Waters and Louis Waters and her sister, Doris Burt.

Audrey is survived by her son, Christopher Masters of Mena; three daughters and sons in law, Phyllis and Bill Shepard of Ketchum, Oklahoma, Vickie and John Ferry of  Mena and  Kathy and Ronnie Cook of Mena; her sister in law, Louise Waters of Mena; seven grandchildren, Stacey Skinner, Shelly Mashburn, Garrick Ferry, Nat Ferry, Amanda Posey, Neil Cook and Lacey Cook; fourteen great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

graveside service will be Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Old Dallas Cemetery with Reverend Ann Ferris officiating.  Visitation will be Monday, March 12, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Stacey Skinner, Shelly Mashburn, Garrick Ferry, Nat Ferry, Amanda Posey, Neil Cook and Lacey Cook.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the First United Methodist Church Flower Fund or to a charity of choice.

Gene Allen Broertjes, 53, of Hammond, Indiana, left this world to journey home on March 9, 2018. Gene was born September 11, 1964 in Harvey, IL. Gene was a beloved son, brother, and uncle and will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him. Gene loved to spend his time fishing, gardening, caring for his animals, and riding his Harley. He was a member of the Patriot Guard Riders and often donated his time in support of many great causes including Toys for Tots, Locks of Love, and others. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, George and Teresa M. Diepen, and his father Ronald Broertjes.  Gene is survived by his mother and stepfather Donna and Michael Verba of Mena, AR, sister Kandy Page and husband Darrell of Mena, AR, Melinda Raney and husband Aaron of Mena, AR, sister Michelle Verba of Mena, AR, sister Katherine Larkin and husband Shane of Applegate, CA, nieces Krysten and Morgan Fagan, nephews Bradley and Tyler Verba, Nathan Raney, and Mason Larkin. A family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Billy Joe Crabtree, Sr. age 54 of Hatfield, Arkansas passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 in Mena, Arkansas.

He was born October 25, 1963 in Mena, Arkansas to Lemual Crabtree and Olivia Tollison Crabtree. He was happily married to Deborah Bloechl Crabtree for 35 years. Mr. Crabtree was a loader operator for Martin Marietta Materials. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends.  He also enjoyed just working around the house. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife Deborah Crabtree of Hatfield, Arkansas; a son Billy Joe Crabtree, Jr. and wife Elaine of Cove, Arkansas. Two grandchildren Izaq and Edwyn Luna. Brothers Ted Crabtree and wife Anna; and Mark Crabtree. Sisters Dorothy Staley, Bonnie Crabtree, Betsy Ceja and husband Joe; Jo Weeks, and husband Wes; Julie Broach and husband Mike

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lemual and Olivia Crabtree, sisters, Mona Crabtree and Judy Hanselman.

Mr. Crabtree was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Audrey Waters Masters Hollington, age 90 of Old Dallas, Arkansas, died Sunday, March 11, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Wednesday, January 18, 1928 to George Washington and Esther Mae Kenworthy Waters in Old Dallas, Arkansas.

Audrey was a founding member of the Old Dallas Fire Department in Old Dallas with a few others in the community.  She loved to travel and was able to travel to Europe, Canada and Hawaii.  Audrey loved working in her yard, making her garden each year and working in her flower beds.  Audrey loved her family and spending time with them at her cabin on Sugar Creek.  Audrey was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mena.   Audrey was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, friend to many and will be missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband of 28 years, Donald Masters; her second husband of 12 years, Jack Hollington; two brothers, George Waters and Louis Waters and her sister, Doris Burt.

Audrey is survived by her son, Christopher Masters of Mena; three daughters and sons in law, Phyllis and Bill Shepard of Ketchum, Oklahoma, Vickie and John Ferry of  Mena and  Kathy and Ronnie Cook of Mena; her sister in law, Louise Waters of Mena; seven grandchildren, Stacey Skinner, Shelley Mashburn, Garrick Ferry, Nat Ferry, Amanda Posey, Neil Cook and Lacey Cook; fourteen great grandchildren, one great-great grandson, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation is Monday, March 12, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

A graveside service and interment will be at the Old Dallas Cemetery at Old Dallas, on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Stacey Skinner, Shelley Mashburn, Garrick Ferry, Nat Ferry, Amanda Posey, Neil Cook and Lacey Cook.

Donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church Flower Fund or a charity of choice.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

Harold Dean Richmond, age 73, of Mena, died Monday, March 12, 2018 at VA Hospital in Little Rock.  He was born on Monday, May 29, 1944 to Dean and Laura Hudgens Richmond in Waldron, Arkansas.

Harold served his county in the United State Army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged.  He enjoyed spending time with his grandson and teaching him all about his antique tractors he had restored over the years.  Harold enjoyed taking his tractors to all the local parades in Polk County, proud of each and every one of them. Harold also had daily his morning coffee and sausage biscuit at Kess’ Corner every morning with all his buddies.  Harold was a hard worker and raised chickens for many years.  He enjoyed raised a vegetable garden and deer hunting.  Harold was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Ruby.

Harold is survived by his son and daughter in law, Andrew and Sara Richmond of Hugo, Oklahoma; his grandson, Morgan Richmond and several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services and interment with Military Honors will be held Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 3:00 P.M. at Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.   Visitation will be Friday, March 16, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel.

Online Guestbook:  www.bowserffh.com

Jesse Cole Miller age 82 of Mena, Arkansas passed away Monday, March 12, 2018 Mena.

Jesse was born in Cherry Hill, Arkansas on September 7, 1935 to Charles Monroe Miller and Arnetta Bow Miller. He was married to Jackie Jackson Miller. He worked in the Forestry Industry as a timber contractor.  Jesse enjoyed fishing and hunting with family and friends.  Also loved being outdoors and enjoyed working. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Jackie Miller, his son Danny Lee Miller and wife Jean, his daughter Tina A. Mateo, two sisters Ina Standridge and Wanda Dowdy and husband Bob, eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Arnetta Miller, a son Bruce Miller, daughter,  Carolyn June Hopper, brothers, Roy E. Miller, Willie Miller, Bobby Gene Miller, sister, Ellie Miller and a grandson, Jason Murhin.

Graveside services will be Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Cherry Hill Cemetery with Brother Roy Powell officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

General Visitation