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Delancey Funeral Home-Lepanto, 200 Miles Street, Lepanto, AR (2026)

08/27/2026

William Floyd Patterson, the man, the myth, the legend, joined his ten brothers and sisters May 29, 2026. He was born on January 7, 1949, to Lucile White and SJ Patterson in Lepanto, Arkansas.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Mildred, SJ Jr., Rachel, Patrick (Pooky), Patsy, Vonnie, James Aubrey, Juanita, Jimmie Bernard, and Beverly.
Before retiring from the VA as a Medical Technologist, Floyd had very diversified careers-to name a few-offshore Gulf oil drilling, technician on San Onofre nuclear plant installation, painting specialist at homes including Frank Sinatra and Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, builder of the bridge
in Memphis over the Mississippi River...

Floyd was a regular at the annual Terrapin Derby and class reunions in Lepanto, a member of the Roots of Evil band-winning the Arkansas State Battle of the Bands. He enjoyed playing the guitar, golf, watching the Razorbacks play, the New York Yankees, John Wayne movies, playing poker at the casino, and relaxing on the Front porch watching and waving to the neighbors and their dogs enjoying the trail.

He is survived by his loving wife Joanne; brother Troy (Jennifer); son Patrick (Andrea); daughters, Liz (Dustin) and Katy (Grant); and numerous nieces and nephews. He adored his grandchildren, Luna, Autumn, Lilli, Leilani, Jace, and Danica and was fortunate to have several live nearby and cherished their visits.

A celebration of life will be held at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto, Arkansas on Friday October 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

08/26/2026

What a sweet blessing to know you prayed for us. I thank God for you and lift you in prayer too❤️. Thank you Revival Center for being a light in our community❤️

08/25/2026

David Jasper Burt, 69, of Joiner, Arkansas, departed this life on Monday, August 24, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on March 26, 1957, in Tyronza, Arkansas to William and Irene Dillard Burt. David worked repairing small engines, he loved playing guitar and singing with his brothers “The Burt Boys Band”, loved being outside, watching the Grizzlies, action movies and westerns, rabbit hunting in his younger years and spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his wife of thirty-six years: Sheila Burt, his parents: William and Irene Burt, one brother: Albert Burt and two sisters: Dottie Burt and Joann Burt.
David is survived by his son: Josh Burt (Gina) of Lepanto, five brothers: Harold Burt (Donna) of Fort Smith, Mark Burt (Billie Ann) of Lepanto, Bobby Burt of Texas, Michael Burt of Wilson and Donald Burt of Wilson, two sisters: Tammy Burt of Manila and Ann Burt of Payneway, one grandson: Bradley Burt and a host of other family and friends.
Services will be held at a later time.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.

08/24/2026

Carolyn Sue Maddox, 77, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 30, 1948, in Osceola, Arkansas to Robert and Mary Thompson Collins. Carolyn was a member of the Etowah Pentecostal Church of God, she enjoyed talking on her phone (landline), watching movies with Christy and Bingo. Carolyn loved her kids, grandkids, and family, she loved unconditionally.
She is preceded in death by her husband: William Cloys Maddox, one son: William Lee Maddox, one daughter: Amanda Renee Maddox, one grandson: Jacob Lee Maddox and two brothers: Doug Collins and Ricky Collins.
Carolyn is survived by four daughters: Jennifer Maddox of Lepanto, Christy Maddox (Rafael Sanchez) of Lepanto, Samantha Anguiano (Avery Stephens) and April Galvan (Jose Sr.) of Lepanto, four brothers: Jerry Collins (Mildred) of Caraway, Bobby Collins of West Ridge, Gene Collins (Rose) of Marked Tree and William Collins of Lepanto, three sisters: Ruth Trent (Alvin) of Marion, Dora Johnson of Lepanto and Jo Ellen Yancy (Wesley) of Etowah, thirteen grandchildren: Mary Maddox (Jason), Zachary Jose Maddox (Julia), Zachary Gunner Lee Maddox (Anna), Leo Anguiano (Katie), Julianne Herrera (Braden), Madelyn Anguiano (Brandon), Heather Herrera, Jose Galvan Jr. (Alexia), Michael Collins (Chloe), Hannah Maddox, Chloe Stephens, Amanda Douglass and Julia Sandoval, eight great grandchildren: Sloane, Lincoln, Lyla, Matteo, Theo, Lexi, Rowyn, Bear, Sammy, one great grandchild on the way: Scarlett, several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 2:00p.m. at Etowah Pentecostal Church of God in Etowah.
Interment will follow at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.

08/19/2026

Gladys Viola Franklin, 85, of Marked Tree, Arkansas departed this life on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at her home. She was born on February 18, 1941, in Etowah, Arkansas to Eugene and F***y Gill Case.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Eugene and F***y Case, two brothers: Jerry Wayne Case and Everett Eugene Case and one sister: Lawana Johnston.
Gladys is survived by her husband of sixty-eight years: John P. Franklin of Marked Tree, one son: Danny Franklin (Joy) of Hickory Withe, Tennessee, three grandchildren: Daniel Franklin (Chesa) of Oakland, Tennessee, Nicole Franklin Cathey (Russell) of Arlington, Tennessee and Christopher Franklin (Ainslie) of Collierville, Tennessee, five great grandchildren: Kaylee Franklin, Aiden Cathey, Zoe Cathey, Brody Franklin and Addi Kate Franklin, one brother: Travis Case of Bald K**b and a host of other family and friends.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 2:00p.m. at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.
Visitation will be held Saturday from 1:00p.m. until service time.
Interment will follow at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.

08/19/2026

Raymond Ervin Holleman, 80, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Monday, August 17, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on December 23, 1945, to Ferdinando Desoto and Ruthie Mae Fortner Holleman. Raymond was a member of the Lepanto Church of Christ, graduate from Missco and worked more than forty years at American Greetings. He made duck calls, woodwork and repaired small engines. Raymond never met a stranger, he loved taking care of others and taking care of animals.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Ferdinando and Ruthie Holleman, one brother: Robert Holleman and two sisters: Tiny Mae Brown and Johnnie Mae Davis.
Raymond is survived by his wife of sixty years: Joyce Holleman of Lepanto, one son: Raymond Holleman Jr. (Tina) of The Woodlands, Texas, three daughters: Cathy Hale (Michael) of Lepanto, Carey Smith (Danny) of Lepanto and Caron Worsham (Jamie) of Lepanto, one brother: John Holleman of Hardy, one sister: Bonnie Nichols of Keiser, eight grandchildren: Haley, Hillary, Chandler, Olivia, Anna Claire, Jackson, Cayden and Kennedy, twelve great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.
Funeral service will be held Friday, August 21, 2026, at 11:00a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Lepanto, with Brother Eldron Gill and Brother R.J. Platz officiating.
Visitation will be held Friday, from 10:00a.m. until service time.
Interment will follow at Potter Memorial Cemetery in Lepanto.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto.

08/16/2026

Dena Lee Skipper, 63, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born on December 10, 1962, in Osceola to Billy Joe Peridore and Mary Bell McClain Peridore.
Dena was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Lepanto Fire Department Fireflies. She found joy in the simple things in life like fishing, vacationing on the beach, exploring flea markets, junk stores, and baking. Family was important to Dena, especially spoiling her grandchildren who held a very special place in her heart.
She is preceded in death by her father: Billy Joe Peridore, two grandsons: Grayson Hill and Evan Wilson, and one nephew: Kevin Allen Peridore.
Dena is survived by her husband of twenty-eight years: Rickey Skipper of the home, mother: Mary Peridore of Lepanto, three daughters: Whitney Miller (Jeremy) of Black Oak, Amy Harvey (Chester) of Lepanto, Katie Skipper (Logan) of Harrisburg, one brother: David Joe Peridore of Tyronza, one sister: Terri McDaniel of Marked Tree, and eight grandchildren: Emma, Carlee, Elle, Maggie, Cason, Kaylee, Willow and Leighton.
A funeral service will be held at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. and visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. til service time.
Burial will be in private
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

08/13/2026

Rickey Lynn McClain, 70, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was born on November 3, 1955, in Lepanto to Willie Clyde McClain and Lur Elizabeth Austin McClain.
Rickey was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was the kind of man who could build anything. His shed was one of his favorite places to spend time. His one and only grandson, Adam, held a very special place in his heart, and the time they shared together created memories that will be treasured forever. He enjoyed spending time with friends, but above all he valued the time spent with family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and three sisters.
Rickey is survived by his wife of fifty-three years: Debbie McClain of the home, two sons: Jason and Matthew McClain both of Lepanto, one grandson: Adam McClain (Maci) of Lepanto, one brother: Timmy McClain of Marked Tree, two sisters: Mary Peridore of Lepanto and Ruth of Iowa and his loyal dog: Trip.
Rickey will be missed by all those who knew him and loved him.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto, Arkansas.

08/01/2026

Robert William Gross, 58, of Caraway, Arkansas departed this life on Friday July 31, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on March 27, 1968, to Benny Deason and Freda Gross Tatum in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
He enjoyed playing video games, relaxing while watching television, spending time with his cats, and riding his motorcycle. Above all he loved his family and spending time with them. Robert will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, stepfather: Doss Tatum, his grandparents, aunt: Jo Roberts and uncle: Roy Ragsdale.
Robert is survived by his wife of thirty-three years: Cynthia Gross of the home, son: Cody Gross (Jessica) of Paragould, Arkansas, daughter: Rebecca Garner (Michael) of Brookland, Arkansas, step granddaughter: Trinity Shelby and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 2:00p.m. at Delancey Funeral Home in Lepanto, Arkansas.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 1:00p.m. until service time.
Interment will follow at Caraway Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Delancey Funeral Home.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto.

07/31/2026

Gary Neal Tippy, 70, of Etowah, Arkansas departed this life on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born in Lepanto, Arkansas to Leroy, Sr., and Muriel Joann Sornson Tippy on March 26, 1956.
He is preceded in death by his father: Leroy Tippy, Sr., two brothers: Joe Charles Tippy and Perry Alan Tippy, two brothers-in-law: Ricky Duncan and Malcom Weathers, father-in-law: Merle Weathers, and mother-in-law: Arma Weathers.
Gary is survived by his wife of forty-three years: Teressa Tippy of the home, three daughters: Amy Wroten (Joe) of Etowah, Arkansas, Sarah Sparks (Daniel) of Bardstown, Kentucky and Natalie Driskill (Brock) of Gosnell, Arkansas, eight grandchildren: Callie Weathers, Kaitlyn Weathers, Connor Wroten (Natalie), Kobi Sparks, Katherine Sparks, Kooper Sparks, Aiden Driskill and Jackson Driskill, great granddaughter: Emerson Wroten, his mother: Muriel Joann Tippy, brother: Leroy Tippy, Jr., (Lucy) of Wilson, Arkansas, two sisters: Nancy Duncan of Wilson, Arkansas and Lisa Cook (Bill) of Manila, Arkansas, sister-in-law: Donna Tippy of Wilson, Arkansas, special friends: Gordon Smith, Wendell Pritchett, Charles Bo McCollum, Mark Weathers and Jeff Wallace, his fur side kick: Winnie, and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family.
Gary worked for John Deere Greenway Equipment Company and was a 1975 graduate from Rivercrest High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and devoted many years as a volunteer Fire Fighter for the Etowah Fire Department where he served as Fire Chief. He had a lifelong love for the outdoors and the simple pleasures of country life. He treasured every moment spent with his grandchildren and found great joy in golfing, fishing, and hunting quail. Many days he spent his time riding the levee in search of deer or taking drives looking at the crops. If it was green and yellow, he loved it; anything bearing the John Deere name. He loved his farming buddies and his love for the land and his family will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.
A funeral service will be held at Etowah Baptist Church, Etowah, Arkansas on Monday August 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
A visitation will be held at Delancey Funeral Home on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Burial will follow at Garden Point Cemetery, Etowah, Arkansas.
Brother Danny Helms, Jr. and Brother Jerry Weathers will officiate the service.
Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Lepanto, Arkansas

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