Obituaries

Marilyn “Sue” Defeo, passed away in Springfield, Missouri on September 29, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 12, 1942, to Cecil and Evelyn Ferris.

Jerry Shane Spears, 50, of Harrison, Arkansas went to his Heavenly home to spend eternity with his Lord on October 4, 2024. He was born on February 3, 1974, in Little Rock, Arkansas, the son of Jerry and Debbie (Douglas) Spears.

Kathy Sue VanOstran, 68, of Harrison, Arkansas passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, at her home. Kathy was born in Newark, Ohio on January 4, 1956, to Richard and Kathelene (Conner) VanOstran.

Thomas (Tom) Edward Hawk, 73 of Harrison, Arkansas passed away on October 9, 2024. Tom was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on March 19, 1951, a son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Beahrs) Hawk.

Phyllis Ann Sullivan, 88, of Mountain Home, Ark., passed away at Gassville Nursing Home on September 29, 2024. She was born on February 14, 1936, in Chicago, Ill.

Kenneth Andrew Barnes, 53, of Harrison, Ark., went to be with the lord on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. He was born on November 17, 1970, in St. Louis, Mo. Funeral Services were scheduled for Saturday October 5, 2024, 11:00AM at Dominion Life Church in Bergman, Ark. Interment followed immediately after the service at York Cemetery in Bergman. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Diamond State Cremation in Lead Hill, Ark.

Mary Jo Whiteside, 78, of Harrison, Ark., passed away on September 30, 2024, at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. She was born on January 20, 1946, in Grants, N.M.

Patricia Lane Callado, 84, of Jasper, Arkansas passed away on October 1, 2024, with two of her daughters by her side. She was born on October 9, 1939, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Wayne) Ramsdell. Patricia was a free soul; she grew up in the sixties. She loved motorcycles and had her own Harley Davidson. Patricia listened to 60’s music and adored “The Duke” John Wayne. She was very creative and appreciated drawing. Throughout her lifetime, she drew some spectacular pictures. Patricia was a godly woman; she had a close relationship with God and lived in a way that reflected it. She had a heart of gold, and it showed in her last wishes. Patricia donated her body to science so she could help medical education and research, and benefit future generations. Patricia is survived by her 6 fantastic children, Judy (Eric) Wiltgen, Pamela (Bobby) Williams, Angela Wheeler, Michael Wheeler, Patricia Wheeler, Christine (Late husband Richard) Cloninger and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Patricia will be greatly missed. Condolences may be left at www. DiamondStateCremation.com