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Joyce Mae Roberts
Joyce Mae Roberts, age 75, of Alexander, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born March 7, 1951 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Joyce was a counselor for The Diet Center for many years, but found joy in stocking her flea-market booths in her later years. A sincere follower of Jesus Christ, she was a member of Family Church Bryant for 36 years. Her church family meant a great deal to her.
She was a great cook and loved to bake lots of sweets. Joyce also loved flea-markets, yard sales, animals and especially her kitties.
Her family was her life and she loved them dearly. Sundays were very special to Joyce; all the family would go to church and then spend the rest of the day playing card games, eating, relaxing, and enjoying each other’s company.
Joyce had standing weekly lunch dates for many years with her brother and two sisters, usually at Cracker Barrel on Mondays and Larry’s Pizza on Thursdays. She will be greatly missed by many.
Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Grady Long and Hazel Elizabeth Long and two sisters, Cathy Salinas and Betty Phillips.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, William Roberts; son, Kevin Roberts; daughter, Mechelle Hendrix (Rob); brother, Sonny Long (Analeta); granddaughter, Jamie Montgomery (lain); and two great-grandchildren, Winston and Sloan Montgomery.
A celebration of her life will be held 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 6 at Family Church Bryant.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Second Chance Youth Ranch @ 2cyr.org
Shelby Leigh Davis-Roberson
Shelby Leigh Davis-Roberson, 29, of Saline County, Arkansas, passed away on March 26, 2026.
Born January 8 , 1997, she was a lifelong resident of Saline County. Shelby had recently moved to Rosebud, Arkansas, where she was living her dream life with her happy little family. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a bright light to all who knew her. Shelby’s greatest joy in life was her children, Frances Grace and Nora Faye, and she poured her heart into being their Mommy.
Shelby was preceded in death by her brother, Ethan Ray Davis; her beloved Mamaw, Marsha Frances Stewart and Milarka Walker.
She is survived by her cherished daughters, Frances Grace and Nora Faye, her loving husband, Luke; her mother, Lisa and Chad Lucas; her father, Bruce Davis; her brother, Jacob Davis; her sisters, Krista Carmony (Brent), Sydney, and Savannah Lucas; her grandparents Robert and Patricia Hewett, and Micky Davis; along with five nieces, one nephew, and a world of family, friends and Fur Babies who all loved her deeply.
Shelby will be remembered for her love, her strength, and the warmth she brought into every room. She saw the best in everyone around her and never met an animal that didn’t love her.
Her memory will live on through her children and all those whose lives she touched.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Smith Family Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015.
A PayPal account has been established to help support the family during this difficult time. PayPal donations can be made to @LukeForrestRoberson Or Zelle to (501) 602-0977
Shelby will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
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Wallace Dale Red
Wallace Dale Red reached his eternal home March 31, 2026. Wallace was born on September 6, 1949. He was a devoted member of Christ Is The Answer Fellowship in Bryant. Wallace walked with God throughout his life. He was loved and respected by all who knew him. As a husband and father, he was a steady source of strength and wisdom. He provided not only for the needs of his family, but also cultivated their spirits, teaching them to trust and live by God’s word. He loved spending time with family and having fellowship with his church. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and serve others.
Wallace retired after 47 years from Hugg and Hall Equipment. He was a wealth of knowledge and regarded in his field. He was also an amateur artist, creating several works of art treasured by his family. Wallace was a talented singer, leading many songs in church and always a member of the choir. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren in their activities, fishing, races at I30 Speedway and Friday night football games.
Wallace is survived by his wife Carol Red of Bryant, Arkansas; daughter, Valerie David and her husband Gary; son Scott Red; and his daughter in law Angela Red all of Benton, Arkansas. He is also survived by his grandchildren Garrett Red, Hannah Bottoms, Caleb Red, Kristen Red, Eli Barnett, Callie Red, Rachel Barnett and Michael Red Jr.; great grandchildren Clinton and Lorelei Bottoms; bonus grandchildren Karrah and Aubree David; bonus great grandson Jackson David and many extended family and friends. Wallace also leaves behind his two brothers: Walter Red and wife Pat and Gene Red and wife Sue.
Wallace was preceded in death by his sons, Monte Red and Michael Red; and his parents, W.B. and Velma Red.
Services will be held Friday, April 3, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home with visitation from 12:00-1:00 PM, and funeral, officiated by Bro. Jeff Harrison and Bro. Gary Casteel, following at 1:00 PM. Burial held at Pinecrest Memorial Park at 3:00 PM with Scott Red, Garrett Red, Caleb Red, Eli Barnett, Rachel Barnett, and Walt Duncan assisting as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers are Gary David and James Weems.
Though our hearts feel his absence, we rejoice in knowing he is now at peace in the arms of Jesus. His memory will continue in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
Terri Lynn Reynolds-Hunt
Celebrating the life of Terri Lynn Reynolds-Hunt 58Yrs old of Mayflower Arkansas passed away March 30,2026. She was born March 31,1967 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Terri worked for 32 years at Kroger and is employed with the State of Arkansas lottery. Her and her fiancé own a powder coating business in Mayflower.
Terri touched everyone’s life with unconditional love and respect. She was inspirational leader wherever she went and well respected and loved in all areas of her personal and work life. She was always positive and she lived and believed you leave every conversation on a positive note. She loved all her family and friends with loyalty and true compassion. She stayed positive all through her battle with cancer. She never gave up on the fight. She was strong and courageous to the very end. ” Solid as a Rock”
Terri’s passion was her granddaughter Charlie Rae Branch. She loved being Charlie’s “Lollie” and a mother to her son, Tyler Branch. She was so proud of them and loved them so much.
Terri is survived by her soulmate and best friend, Christopher Hunt; her son, Tyler Branch; granddaughter Charlie Rae Branch; Sisters, Kimberly (Roger) Dovers, Tonya (mark) Emmerling, Shelly (Jeremy) Stovall, Kiffany Hipps, Miranda Bean, and Amanda Davis; Brothers, Sean (Tricia) Reynolds of Colorado, and Jason Reynolds of Colorado; her nieces, Natalie (Josh) Watson, and Shala (David) Simnacher; her mom/ best friend, Linda Cole, her bonus mom, Brenda Noles, and mother, Barbara Reynolds; Her best friends are Lisa Thorton, and Tracy Ward. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and world full of friends.
She was preceded in death by her 2 Dads, Benny Reynolds, and James Noles; Her daughter, Krisa Stuckey-Branch; grandparents, Sloan and France Mills; her brother, Joe (Joey) Reynolds.
Her message of love:
1 Never give up- fight the good fight
2. Leave every conversation on a positive note
3. Suck it up Buttercup
4. Love each other, take care of each other and stay loyal to each other.
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