On September 9, 2024, Audie Gene Bixler of Marshall, Arkansas passed peacefully to his heavenly home at the age of 78 after a long illness. He was born July 27, 1946, in Marshall, Arkansas to Myrtle Parks and Ollie Bixler. He was raised with his mom and her husband Charles “Chuck” Greiner.
Bobbie Jo Ayres Pelton, 48, of Omaha, Arkansas passed away September 12, 2024, at Cox-Branson Hospital surrounded by her husband and children. Bobbie was born on September 15th, 1975, in Bay City, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Bonnie Hite Ayres. Bobbie enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and her dogs. She loved the outdoors. She enjoyed out-fishing her husband and kids. She loved every second with her beautiful Grandson Ryan. She enjoyed doing crafts with her friends. Quality time was very important to her and she had a very generous nature toward everyone she met. Bobbie is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and mother-in-law. She is survived by her husband, Clyde Pelton, of Omaha, Arkansas, her daughter, Amber Lincoln, of Harrison, Arkansas, son, Joey Pelton, of Osseo, Wisconsin, Grandson Ryan Pelton of Compton, Arkansas, and many extended family members and friends that she considered family. Bobbie was loved by many family members and friends who will deeply miss her and carry her memories with them forever. The family will plan a Memorial Service at a later date.
Kevin Carl Raulston, 66 of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away on September 15, 2024. He was born in Burbank, California on March 3, 1958, the son of JB and Mary (Dopheide) Raulston. Kevin had a vivid imagination; he was a daydreamer. He enjoyed watching television and spending time on his computer. Kevin liked taking long drives in his car, going no place in particular. He had some fun times going camping in his little pop-up trailer. During Kevin’s life, he had many small accomplishments, but his greatest one was in the end. When he was younger, he chose to be an organ donor. Hopefully, many individuals will benefit from his decision. Kevin is preceded in death by his parents JB and Mary Raulston. He is survived by his twin sister Karen Raulston. Kevin also leaves behind numerous other family members. Kevin will be laid to rest with his parents at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. Arrangements and cremation are under the care of Diamond State Cremation in Lead Hill, Arkansas. Condolences may be left at www. DiamondStateCremation.com
Amanda Grace was lovely. Her humble, gentle spirit was as rare as her angelic singing voice which has composed over 2,500 songs Born on May 1, 1981, to Clyde B. and Shirley Ann Hatcher Sherrod, Amanda was the youngest of six children. She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Sherrod and her husband, David Cowles. Survivors include her mother, Shirley Sherrod of St. Joe; her brothers and sisters, Tommy Sherrod and his wife, Ruby Sherrod, of Mulberry, Teresa Sherrod Still and her husband, Wendel Still, of Snow, Beverly Sherrod Cothran and her husband, Ronald Cothran, of Anderson Flat, Ramona Sherrod Cranford and her husband, Kevin Cranford, of Harrison, and Steven Sherrod and his wife, Theresa Sherrod, of Pyatt; other special people in her life who survived her are her nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, former band members, friends, and her church family at St. Joe First Baptist Church. The family requests that donations be made to the Voice of the Martyrs, 1815 SE Bison Road, Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74006, a ministry Amanda
Carol Anne Hankins, 89, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center on September 6, 2024. She was born on March 18, 1935, in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of Thomas and Katherine (Conley) Prease.
Janet Louise Wilcox, 79, of Lead Hill, Arkansas passed away September 6, 2024. She was born on January 2, 1945, in Boston, Massachusetts, the daughter of Armando and Pearl (Gastaferro) Venturi. Janet leaves behind her husband Kenneth and many others. Condolences may be left at www. DiamondStateCremation.com
Randy L. Cutshaw, age 63 of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Saturday, August 31st, 2024 at his home with family by his side. He was born in Selma, California on September 17th, 1960 to Donavon Dean Cutshaw and Norma Jerlene Gregory Cutshaw. Randy Cutshaw was known by many names, Rando, Dad, Poppy, Uncle, Dog, Mister, and Randy the Roofer. He never knew a stranger and would always be looking for someone to talk to and love on. He was a very giving, generous man with a huge heart. For 30 years he was a dedicated worship leader and enjoyed playing music every chance he could get. He was a roofing contractor for 35 years and was able to help so many people through his work. Randy enjoyed the outdoors spending time hunting and fishing with his family. He spent his final hours listening to worship songs on his TV until his final breath giving praise to God. Survivors include his wife, Karry Lynn Ralston Cutshaw; three sons, Rickie Cutshaw (Kristine), Marcus Cutshaw (Brantley) and Zachery Cutshaw (Allyssa); six grandchildren, Nathan Alvarez, Myles Cutshaw, Dylan Redouane, Ethan Cutshaw, Canaan Price and Coleson Cutshaw; brothers, Steven Gregory Cutshaw and Dale “Scott” Cutshaw; sister, Marie Kathleen “Kaci” Cutshaw; and many extended family and friends. Randy is preceded in death by his parents, Donavon and Norma Cutshaw. Graveside services for Randy will be 10:00 AM, Monday, September 9th, 2024 at Wallis Cemetery in Stone County, Arkansas. The service will be officiated by family.
Lesa Ann Stratmann, 72, of Gamaliel, Arkansas passed away on August 31, 2024, at her home with her husband and dog by her side. She was born on June 1, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois.
Mary Jane Dyer Holder, age 97, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison. Mary Jane was born in Dinuba, California, on November 30, 1926, to William “Buddy” Marshall and Roxie C. Wright Dyer. She was raised in the Canaan Community near Marshall and was a proud 1944 graduate of Marshall High School. On April 26, 1947, she married Kenneth Holder. She and Kenneth were long time residents of Harrison, where they owned McClinton Incorporated for many years. She was a long-time member of the Bear Creek Springs Baptist Church and is revered by many friends and church members. Mary Jane is predeceased by her parents; her husband; as well as her brothers and sisters, Ralph Dyer, Paul Dyer, Ruth Dyer, Raye Burton (Ode), Virginia Horton (Paul), Nadine Maynard (William) and Jimmie Dyer (Alice). Mary Jane is survived by her nieces and nephews “her children,” Jerry Maynard (Margaret, deceased) of Purcell, Oklahoma, Linda Gibbs (John) of Holdenville, Oklahoma, Gary Maynard (Donna) of Lexington, South Carolina, Jimmy Paul Horton (Laurie) of Houston, Texas, Treeca Cotton (Jeff) Little Rock, Cathy Toney (Robert) of Conway, Trina Walden (Chock) of Little Rock, Vickie Holder Martin of Harrison, Cheryl Holder Lovell (Jerry) of Harrison, Nikki Holder Mills (Bob) of St. Louis, Missouri; many great-nieces and great-nephews; many great-great-nieces and greatgreat- nephews; and many friends. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Maplewood Cemetery with Bro. Mark Enloe and Bro. Rodney Stromlund officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Holt Memorial Chapel. Pallbearers will be her nephews, Jerry Maynard, John Gibbs, Gary Maynard, Jimmy Paul Horton, Jeff Cotton, Robert Toney, and Chock Walden. The family requests donations be made in Mary Jane’s memory to the Bear Creek Springs Baptist Church, 179 Devitos Loop, Harrison, Arkansas 72601, or a charity of your choice. The online obit
Ari Sean Rabone e of Harrison, Arkansas passed away on September 2, 2024. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on August 8 ,1961. Ari was the son of the late Howard and Sondra Rabone. He is survived by his wife Susan of the home and by his son Sean, and grandson Ashton. Condolences can be made at www.DiamondStateCremation.com.