Obituaries
Seldon Loyd Parsons
Mr. Seldon Loyd Parsons , age 95 of Umpire, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Mr. Seldon Loyd Parsons was born to Samuel and Nettie Parsons, in Howard County, Arkansas and was the 10th of 11 children. He grew up on a farm and was the caregiver to his parents until their passing. Seldon was a farmer by profession, it was said he was an outdoorsman and never fell short of finding something to do. He loved visiting with his friends and family, often bringing them plants and flowers he had grown in his garden. Mr. Parsons was a devout member of the Midway Church of Christ; he had opened the church to the public and was the lead singer for the church.
Mr. Seldon Loyd Parsons is survived by his sister; May Bell Davis, of Kingston, Oklahoma; his brother, Gerald Parsons, of Fort Smith, Arkansas; as well as by a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and numerous friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam W. Parsons and Nettie Lou Gordon Parsons; sisters, Ethel Parsons Stacy and husband, John Stacy; Anna Parsons McGee and husband, Floyd McGee; Inez Parsons Smith and husband, Calvin Smith; Florene Parsons Thompson and husband Joe Thompson; and Hazel Parsons Ward and husband, Hamp Ward; brothers, Cecil Parsons and wife Ruth Garrison Parsons; Jada “Jay” Parsons and wife, Jean Justus Parsons; and J. O. Parsons and wife Joyce Matthews Parsons; brother-in-law; Orville Davis; nieces; Ora Stacy Marshall, Shirley Parsons Allen, Mary Lou Smith Golden, Lisa Davis, Lori Parsons Rosensweig, and, Kasie Parson; nephews, Edgar Stacy, Ricky Marshall, Freddy Marshall, Don Parson, Ralph Smith, Mack Smith, Stan Larey, Todd Smith, and Bob Allen.
Services for Mr. Seldon Loyd Parsons, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Midway Church of Christ in Umpire, Arkansas. Brother Leon Daughtery and Brother Scott Kesterson will be officiating under the direction of Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. There will be a visitation held an hour prior to the services. Interment will follow at the Saline Cemetery in Umpire, Arkansas.
Cindy Lynn Robinson
Cindy Lynn Robinson, age 54 of Nashville, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 in Hot Springs. She was born on August 23, 1970 to the late Jimmie and Marie Shelton.
Cindy enjoyed painting artwork and, above all, spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Villalobos, a sister, Amanda Shelton and a brother, James Shelton.
Survivors include her husband, Sam Robinson; two children, Michael Villalobos and Beverly Villalobos; a brother, Jimmy Shelton; a sister, Charlene Villalobos; her brother-in-law, Jackie Robinson and his wife, Sonya; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Mineral Springs Cemetery, under the direction of Latimer Funeral Home of Nashville.
You may send an online sympathy message at www.latimerfuneralhome.com
Daryl Eugen Boyer
Daryl Eugene Boyer, age 77 of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 in Nashville. He was born on May 4, 1947 in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, the son of the late Wendell Eugene Cote and Janice Ayre Fredrickson.
Mr. Boyer was an avid gun collector. He enjoyed practicing firing his weapons and being active in his gun collector’s organization. He was also a Ham Radio Operator.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his adopted mother, Alma Matthews; a son, Neal Daryl Boyer; and a sister, Loni Kaufman.
Survivors include his children, Samantha Boyer, Rebecca McCaleb, Caryn Boyer and Matthew Boyer; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Murfreesboro Cemetery, under the direction of Latimer Funeral Home of Murfreesboro.
You may send an online sympathy message at www.latimerfuneralhome.com
Wanda Lou Janes Kirkpatrick
Wanda Lou Janes Kirkpatrick, age 81, a resident of Dierks, Arkansas received her crown of jewels Saturday, March 22, 2025. Wanda was born in Daisy, AR on July 11, 1943, to the late Jewell and Wavie (Morris) Janes.
Wanda lived a life led by faith, hard work, and a profound commitment to her family, friends, and community. Wanda was a 1961 graduate of Dierks High School and a devoted member of Greens Chapel Church. She had many titles in life, her favorite being “Mamaw.”
Wanda was well known for her work ethic and tenacity for life. She had many interests including crocheting, canning, and fishing, specifically catfishing. She thoroughly enjoyed following her grandchildren and great-grandchildren to every fair, rodeo, and ballgame they participated in. Wanda never missed an opportunity to cheer on the Razorbacks or the Outlaws.
Wanda found her greatest joy & fulfillment in her family. She leaves to cherish her memory her three children, David Kirkpatrick, Kimberly (Tim) Harris, and Mark (Melissa) Kirkpatrick. Her legacy further lives through her grandchildren: Jordan (Mason) Vincent, Kinsey (Brett) Lowrie, Kolby (Ty) Dupre, Jace (Jordan) Owen, Caden (Kelsi) Owen, Garett (Montana) Kirkpatrick, Emmalee Kirkpatrick, Bryar Janes, and step-grandchildren; Mitch Harris, Jade (Justin) Spotts, and Sam Harris. Along with great-grandchildren Tegan, Taylin, Jackson, Klansey, Konley, Pace, Ledgar, Laramie, Journi, Tinsley, Kash, Kort, and step-great-grandchildren, Pace, Conn, Hutch, and Brodie. Also her siblings: JoPatt Binotti, Roy Jo Janes, Esther Herring, Hershel Janes, Harold Wayne (Charlotte) Janes, Jimmy Dean (Misty) Janes, Stacy Janes, Patricia Janes, Wendell (Judy) Hogg; and many treasured nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, George Kirkpatrick, and siblings; Franklin Janes and Juanita Williams.
Funeral services for Mrs. Kirkpatrick will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Greens Chapel Church with Chris McGee, Jaron Tipton and Kenya Hefner officiating. Burial will follow in the Greens Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home in Dierks.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the funeral home in Dierks.
You may leave a condolence online at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com