Biographical And Historical Memoirs of Pulaski, Jefferson, Lonoke, Faulkner, Grant, Saline, Perry, Garland And Hot Spring Counties, Arkansas
Charles William 'Jack" Brewer
(June 24, 1929 - April 20, 2012)
Charles William (Jack.) Brewer, age 82, of Benton, Arkansas, formerly of Wickes, Arkansas passed away Friday, April 20, 2012, in Benton, Arkansas.
He was born on June 24, 1929 in Stillwell, Oklahoma to the late George Washington Brewer and the late Arbie Collins Brewer. He worked in highway construction for many years. Jack loved gardening, being outdoors, loved eating fine country cuisine, and watching old western films. He also loved country music and gospel hymns. Jack had a peace of mind with his Lord and Savior. He was a loving grandfather, great grandfather, step-grandfather, and a friend to all who knew him and loved him. He will be dearly missed by all.
He is survived by:
Step-Children: Rose Mary Stephens and husband John of Ward, Arkansas Donna Bowers and husband Randy of Little Rock, Arkansas Donnie Leonard and wife Susie of Little Rock, Arkansas Kendall Leonard of Little Rock, Arkansas Tommy Perkins Grandchildren: Michael Springer of Little Rock, Arkansas Charles Springer of Wickes, Arkansas Stephanie Hudson and husband Junior of North Little Rock, Arkansas Tom Perkins, Jr. and Lela Perkins Great-Grandchildren: Matthew Hudson Patrick Springer and wife Jessie of Little Rock, Arkansas Ashley Morrison of Little Rock, Arkansas Great-great Grandchildren: Adrien Patrick Springer son of Patrick
38 Step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren
He was also known as Papa or Papa Jack and had numerous lifetime friends in the Wickes area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Arbie Brewer, first wife, Marjorie Thompson Brewer, and second wife, Rose Marie Brewer, brother, Billy “Bill” Gene Brewer, and step-daughters, Billie Jean Pittman, and Kathy Leonard.
Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 24, 2012, 1:00 p.m. at Baker Cemetery with Brother James Gathright and Brother Leon McCleskey officiating under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Visitation is General
James Roy Monroe Carmack
(September 29, 1941 - April 21, 2012)
James Roy Monroe Carmack of Little Rock, Arkansas was born 29 September 1941 to the late Monroe and Dorothy Carmack, passed away on 21 April 2012.
After serving in the United States Army for 20 years, he retired and moved his family back to Arkansas where he went on to be elected as Montgomery County Sherriff 6 times. James and his wife then moved to Little Rock where he worked with the Criminal Justice Institute, then finally the Pegasus Foundation.
He is survived by wife, Lavern Guthery-Carmack of 51 years from Little Rock, Arkansas, Son Russell and wife Lorri from Oden, Arkansas and grandsons, Gregory and Aaron. Son, Aaron Scott of Oden, Arkansas; Son, James Steven and wife Jodeen of Dixon, Missouri and grand-daughter, Amanda and husband Caleb Frazier of Fairbanks, Alaska, grandson Mathew Carmack and wife Chelsea of Aviano, Italy and great-granddaughter, Chloe; along with four sisters, six brothers, nieces, nephews , relatives, and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Dorothy Carmack.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, April 25, 2012, 1:00 p.m. at Mount Olive Cemetery in Oden, Arkansas with Brother Rusty Lewis and Brother Kyle Cowart officiating under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
Family and friends visitation will be Tuesday, April 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
Thomas A. Phillips
(March 3, 1929 - April 22, 2012)
Mr. Thomas A. Phillips, age 83, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, April 22, 2012, in Mena.He was born March 3, 1929 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to the late Thomas William Phillips and the late Roxie Lorene Allen Phillips. He was united in marriage to Charlene Whitmore. Mr. Phillips was an aviation mechanic by trade, retiring from Bell Helicopter and was also a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the United States Navy. He enjoyed woodworking and was proficient in the making of walking sticks. He was also a member of the Masonic lodge of Victoria, Texas and was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend.
He is survived by:
Wife: Charlene Phillips of Mena, Arkansas
Son: Dale Walters and wife Katherine of Springtown, Texas
Daughters: Ronda Thomas and husband Larry of Cranfills Gap, Texas Missy Pledger and husband David of Fayetteville, Arkansas Dee Beard of Grapevine, Texas Mari Georg and husband Stefan of Grapevine, Texas
9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Roxie Phillips, a son, Terry Phillips, 1 brother and 4 sisters.
Mr. Phillips was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. A private memorial service will be held at a later time. Memorials may be made to Ouachita Hospice.
William Clarence "Bill" Reed
(August 30, 1931 - April 22, 2012)
Mr. William Clarence “Bill” Reed, age 80, of Mena, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord Sunday, April 22, 2012 at his home.
He was born August 30, 1931 in Watsonville, California to the late Clarence Henry Reed and the late Grace Viola Emmons Reed. He was united in marriage to his wife Hope. Bill was a supervisor at Union Carbide Chemical Plant in Texas for many years. He also served in the Army during the Korean Conflict, and then in the Army National Guard. He served on the Polk County Quorum Court and was founder of the Rich Mountain Country and Western Swing Festival. He was a dedicated member of the American Legion, and served in that organization with much pride until he was physically unable to do so. He also served a term as Post Commander and District Commander. Bill was a member of the Koinonia Christian Fellowship and will be remembered fondly by those who knew and loved him as a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.
He is survived by:
Wife: Hope Reed of the home
Sons: William Michael Reed and wife Debbie of Alvin Texas Walter Cal Reed of Advent, West Virginia
Brothers: Richard Reed and wife Marlene of Mena, Arkansas Oscar Reed and wife Beverly of Lockesburg, Arkansas Jesse Reed and wife Minnie of Mena, Arkansas
Sisters: Violet Cox and husband Jerry of Mena, Arkansas Peggy Beaver and husband Bob of Mena, Arkansas Margo Kimp and husband Billy of Mena, Arkansas
4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Grace Reed, and by a grandson, Jared Reed.
Funeral Services will be Friday, April 27, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. the American Legion Hall in Acorn with Brother Gene Stacks and Brother Dardanelle Townsley officiating. Interment follows in Owens Chapel Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. Visitation will be general. Military honors will be rendered by local Veteran’s Organizations. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Koinonia Christian Fellowship, 155 Polk 43, Mena, AR 71953.
Pallbearers will be Bob Young, Pat Patterson, Wes Kimp, Stanley Beaver, Jerry D. Cox, Jr., and Bill Kimp. Honorary pallbearers are Eddie McAlvain, Bob Baker, Dock Price, John Alston, Dee Gattenby, Lee Merworth, Bill Lightfoot, and many special friends.
Flora "Marie" Sherrouse
(March 3, 1923 - April 24, 2012)
Marie Sherrouse, age 89, of Wickes, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2012 in Mena.
She was born March 3, 1923 in Mena, Arkansas to the late Edward Lawrence Renfro and the late Kizzie Elizabeth Powell Renfro. She was united in marriage to the late Jesse Howard Sherrouse, Jr. She was a homemaker and was of the Christian faith and was a loving mother, grandmother great-grandmother, and friend.
She is survived by:
Daughters: Joyce Elizabeth Hicks of Wickes, Arkansas Shirley Marie Sherrouse Jacks of Wickes, Arkansas Debra Howard of Nashville, Arkansas Barbara Deloris Gentry of Sanford, Florida
Sons: Ray Sherrouse of Wickes, Arkansas Dale Sherrouse of Wickes, Arkansas
Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Kizzie Renfroe, 4 sons, Billy Howard, Carl Thurman, Lonnie Earl and Troy Sherrouse, and by 2 brothers, Albert and Newton Renfro and 2 sisters, Hester and Verley Renfro.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at Gann Cemetery with Brother Scott Ray officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.
