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Genevieve McWhorter Mitchell
Genevieve McWhorter Mitchell, age 95, of Haskell, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 4, 2026. Born on March 12, 1931, in Lonoke County, Arkansas, to Everett Alvin McWhorter and Annie Alma (Langford) McWhorter, Genevieve lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to family.
Genevieve shared fifty wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, H. Caleb Mitchell, Jr. Together, they shared a life grounded in faith, devoted to family, and filled with love.
A committed Christian who loved Jesus with her whole heart, Genevieve’s faith was evident in the way she cared for and loved others. She faithfully served through her church and touched countless lives with her kindness, compassion, and servant’s heart. She and Caleb were active Gideons for many years, sharing God’s Word throughout the United States.
She is survived by her children, Gary (Dee) Fite, Lanny (Sherri) Fite, Deborah Steele, Dianne St. Germaine, and Suzanne Pennington; stepdaughters Margaret Alsobrook and Melody St. John; twelve grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Imogene Graham, Jack McWhorter, and Ann Pryor.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, H. Caleb Mitchell, Jr.; and her siblings Viola Layfield, James McWhorter, Juanita Graham, and Gladys Hardin.
A visitation will be held at Ashby Funeral Home, 108 W. Narroway, Benton, Arkansas, on Saturday May 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. Minister Roger Moore will officiate.
Pallbearers will be Adam Fite, Jeff Mitchell, Mason Pennington, Justin Steele, C.W. Steele, and Scot Weser.
Genevieve’s legacy of faith, love, and compassion will continue to live on in all who were blessed to know her.
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Johnny Dale Bone
Johnny Dale Bone, born November 1, 1947 passed away on May 4, 2026. He was a loving husband, fearless in the face of troubles, a Navy Veteran, and walked solely on his own terms. He had many friends because of his out-going personality and lived life to the fullest in his younger years, being fearless and reckless. He was a salesman most of his life, and an Investigator for the State.
His mother (Ella Faye Evans) passed away when he was a teenager, his father John Dillard Bone at 84 years old. His younger brother and sister, Jerry Bone and Cindy Miller also went before him.
Remaining of the Bone family are his brother, Charlie Bone, his nephews, Wesley and Corey Miller (Dora), with children Danica and Lincoln.
He wholeheartedly defended the ones he loved. His wife of 34 years, Marsena Bone, leaned on him even though his health was poor in his later years.
He leaves four children: Jeff Bone (Shannon); Jennifer Bradley; Rodney Pierce (Melissa) and Alicia Pierce Jones.
Some of the best times of his life with family were building and racing cars and motorcycles with his son, Jeff, and building, gaming & selling computers with his step-son Rodney.
His daughter, Jennifer remained always in his heart, even though he didn’t see her often. His step-daughter, Alicia, was a challenge as a teenager that he did not shy away from no matter how difficult.
Grandchildren are Sarah Bone Freeman (Jonathan) and 2 children (Rayna and Roman); Alexander Pierce; Aliyah Gillespie (Garrett) and child (Ariyah); Kyuna Jones; Levi Jones.
A special thanks to all the Veterans Home Primary Care team Shelly (APRN) and Danny (RN), who provided so much care, supplies, and equipment for Johnny. Also, a thank you to Elder Independence for supplying caregivers. Two of his favorites were Suzanne and Cynthia, who provided the best of care. Thanks to Tonda, his nurse at Elder, for great care and advice. Thanks to his Elite Hospice Nurses: Jennifer & Donna who provided excellent comfort care. A special thanks to Pastor Austin from Elite Hospice, who talked and prayed with Johnny as he gave his life to the Lord. All the people at Custom Aircraft Cabinets who prayed often for him and many, many more. It took an army – probably why sometimes Johnny heard the song “Onward Christian Soldiers” in his head.
In keeping with the family’s wishes, a service will be held at a later date. There will be no public visitation.
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