The Obituary Section

Jimmy Wilson

, Arkansas

March 30, 2026

Jimmy Wilson 69 of Newport departed this life on March 31 2026 in the town that had been his steadfast home. Born July 20 1956 to Cyrouse Brouse and Dorothy Jewell James Wilson Jimmy was raised in Newport where he forged deep roots and lifelong friendships. With a generous spirit and unwavering loyalty he was cherished by all who knew himas a son brother uncle neighbor and friend. Family was the heart of Jimmys world. He treasured every gathering and celebration but nothing delighted him more than the warmth of a family morning breakfast and Christmas family gatherings surrounded by those he loved. An avid outdoorsman Jimmy spent countless hours fishing along riverbanks hunting throughout the woods and riding horseback across fields and trails. His love for motorcycles was matched only by his enthusiasm for the open road. Whether casting a line or revving an engine Jimmy took pleasure in…

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Betty Copeland

, Arkansas

Betty Jean Copeland 84 of Lawton Oklahoma passed from this life on March 26 2026. She was born on October 2 1941 in Dixon Missouri to Hershel and Mildred Forrest Huey. Betty was raised with strong values of faith family and creativityqualities that remained with her throughout her life. Betty found great joy in the simple and meaningful things. She loved crafting and was especially known for making Christmas stockings each one thoughtfully created and filled with love. She also enjoyed reading and spending quiet moments writing in her journals preserving her thoughts memories and reflections. These passions brought her both comfort and connection over the years. Betty lived a life marked by dedication curiosity and service to her community. She began her career at RT Hoover where she ran the switchboard from 1958 to 1961 and later spent two years supporting students as a teachers aide. Her husbands military…

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Anthony Turner

, Arkansas

March 27, 2026

Anthony Tony Glenn Turner 57 of Newport departed this life on March 28 2026. Born on January 14 1969 in Newport Arkansas Tony was the son of Jerry Ray Turner Sr. and Glenna Mae Guffey Turner. Tony spent his life working as a dedicated farm mechanic a trade that reflected both his strong work ethic and his natural ability to fix just about anything. He took great pride in his work and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Whether in the field or at home Tony was known for his reliability quiet strength and steady presence. Outside of work Tony found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved fishing often finding peace and contentment by the water and he enjoyed traveling whenever he had the opportunity. These moments brought him happiness and created lasting memories with those he loved. Tony will be…

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Gary Miller

, Arkansas

Gary Lynn Miller was born on February 28 1950 and was lovingly adopted at an early age by Emmit Roland Doc Miller and Mattie Lou Brown Miller who raised him with care and devotion. In 1975 Gary married the love of his life Sherry Alcorn. Together they built a strong and loving family sharing 50 beautiful years of marriage. Their union was blessed with four children Quincy Miller Stephanie Gregory Miller Kenyon Miller Kristy and Nyesha Greer Richard. Garys love for his wife and family was unwavering and he cherished them deeply until his final days. At a young age he accepted Christ as his savior beginning a lifelong journey of faith. He later united with Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a trusted and devoted Deacon. Gary had a passion for praising the Lord through song. He was a proud member of the LT Spirituals traveling…

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