Obituaries | Sullivan Funeral Care | Kensett, Arkansas | Searcy, Arkansas (2024)

John GranthamMayflower


John Lee Grantham, of Mayflower, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at the age of 80. Born in Marianna to the late Robert Young Grantham and Carrie Varner Grantham, he was the youngest of 9 children, he had five brothers and three sisters. He was a proud graduate of Marvell High School, John lived a life rich in achievements and passions. His career included notable contributions at Reliable Life Insurance Company and the successful ownership of several auto parts stores....

John Lee Grantham, of Mayflower, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at the age of 80. Born in Marianna to the late Robert Young Grantham and Carrie Varner Grantham, he was the...

Vella BreznaiSearcy


Vella Pearl Capps Breznai 83, from Searcy passed from this life to her eternal home in Heaven on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born June 15, 1941 in Little Red, Arkansas to the late Otis and Edna Capps. Vella loved living life, being with friends and family and her grand and great-children were her greatest joys in life.She is preceded in death by sisters, Swanie Capps Marr, Susie Capps Stark, brother Kelly Dean Capps.Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 42 years, John B Breznai,...

Vella Pearl Capps Breznai 83, from Searcy passed from this life to her eternal home in Heaven on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born June 15, 1941 in Little Red, Arkansas to the late Otis and Edna...

James BlansettSearcy


James Andrew (Jim) Blansett was born May 4,1932 and died August 12, 2024. He leaves behind a wife of 70 years, Jean (Wiley) Blansett, his sons Andy (Cheryl), Wiley(Lyn), Phillip(Karen), and daughter Sarah Blansett English, eight grandchildren and of 16 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by their infant son Timothy, his parents Ramon and Johnnie (Haulcroft) Blansett, one sister Ruth Blansett Buckie and one brother Clyde Blansett.Jim proudly served his country in the U.S....

James Andrew (Jim) Blansett was born May 4,1932 and died August 12, 2024. He leaves behind a wife of 70 years, Jean (Wiley) Blansett, his sons Andy (Cheryl), Wiley(Lyn), Phillip(Karen), and...

Aelena HamilSearcy


Aelena Hamil, age 82, of Searcy went to be with the Lord August 11, 2024. She was born February 7, 1942 in Kilgore, Texas to the late Leonard Davis and Lena Davis.She is survived by her children, Pamela Hamil, Phyllis Garrett, Ruth Jennings, Mark Hamil and wife Susan, Judy Bentley and husband Kevin, and Paul Hamil, 14 grandchildren and, 17 great grandchildren.Cremation arrangements provided by Cole Funeral Home and Crematory in Kensett, Arkansas. Please sign the online...

Aelena Hamil, age 82, of Searcy went to be with the Lord August 11, 2024. She was born February 7, 1942 in Kilgore, Texas to the late Leonard Davis and Lena Davis.She is survived by her...

Judith ManleySearcy


Judith J. Manley, age 82 of Searcy, originally of Lepanto transitioned peacefully on the morning Wednesday July 31st. Judy was born in November of 1941 to Ida (McWhirter) and James H. Johnston. Judy was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished her family. Judy ran the Frozen Delite for many years, later she worked and retired from First Security Bank. She was a member of the Cloverdale Church of Christ.Judy was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Theresa Clark...

Judith J. Manley, age 82 of Searcy, originally of Lepanto transitioned peacefully on the morning Wednesday July 31st. Judy was born in November of 1941 to Ida (McWhirter) and James H....

Gena Denise ChoateSearcy


Gena Denise Choate left this earthly home on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. She was born March 19, 1955 to Glenda Fry Chapman and Robert (Bubbles) Choate, Jr. in Searcy, Arkansas. Denise had a love for life, family and those she considered family. She demonstrated her love by cooking or bringing meals, making sure everyone was fed. She also had great love for her dog, Baby Girl. For the past 10 years Denise has resided in Searcy with her mother Glenda. She...

Gena Denise Choate left this earthly home on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. She was born March 19, 1955 to Glenda Fry Chapman and Robert (Bubbles) Choate, Jr. in...

Elvis VaughnSearcy


Elvis Lee Vaughn, age 79, of Searcy, went to be with his Lord on July 17, 2024. He was born in January 25, 1945 in Searcy to the late Arthur “Pete” Vaughn and Leona Pryor Vaughn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Doris Vaughn, Wesley Vaughn, Agnes “Sis” West, Wayne Vaughn and LD Vaughn. Mr. Vaughn graduated from West Point High School, later graduating from the University of Central Arkansas, where he obtained a Bachelor’s...

Elvis Lee Vaughn, age 79, of Searcy, went to be with his Lord on July 17, 2024. He was born in January 25, 1945 in Searcy to the late Arthur “Pete” Vaughn and Leona Pryor Vaughn. In...

Rita HodgesCabot


Rita Joyce Hodges was born March 12, 1955 in Searcy, AR to the late Arthur Cleo and Mary (Ramsey) Southard. Rita passed away peacefully at her home in Cabot, AR on July 11, 2024. Rita graduated from Griffithville High School in 1973. She lived in Southaven, MS for more than thirty years where she spent most of her career as an inventory manager for United Warehouse in Memphis, TN.She attended First Baptist Church of Horn Lake, MS with her sister, Janis. Rita and...

Rita Joyce Hodges was born March 12, 1955 in Searcy, AR to the late Arthur Cleo and Mary (Ramsey) Southard. Rita passed away peacefully at her home in Cabot, AR on July 11, 2024. Rita...

Melba AndersonGriffithville


Melba Jean “Jeannie” Anderson passed away peacefully in Little Rock, Arkansas, on Monday, July 8, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on January 26, 1949.As a young girl, Jeannie moved to California, where she eventually married her husband, Don. Together, they raised their family in Redwood Valley, California, where she spent most of her life.Jeannie is lovingly remembered by her family. She is survived by her three...

Melba Jean “Jeannie” Anderson passed away peacefully in Little Rock, Arkansas, on Monday, July 8, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on January...

Vicki IrwinSearcy


Vicki Lynn Irwin, 59, passed away at her home in Searcy, Arkansas, on July 7th, 2024. She was born January 16th, 1965, in Fort Meade, Maryland, to Arbie and Ruth McInnis. With her father being in the Army, Vicki lived in different countries throughout her childhood, including Germany, Turkey, and Ethiopia. Stateside, she lived in Florida, Idaho, Arkansas, and Texas. While in Texas, she spent significant time with her mother’s family, forming a particularly close bond with her cousin,...

Vicki Lynn Irwin, 59, passed away at her home in Searcy, Arkansas, on July 7th, 2024. She was born January 16th, 1965, in Fort Meade, Maryland, to Arbie and Ruth McInnis. With her father being in...

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