Stories from Friday, May 18, 2018

Francine Ethel Howell, 66, of Piggott, Ark., passed away May 16, 2018, in Piggott. She was born on February 15, 1952, in Jackson, Tenn., and was the daughter of the late Reginald and Georgia (Bearden) Hogard. She was united in marriage to Jimmy Howell on July 7, 1984, and he preceded her in death on October 30, 2011. She was also preceded in death by her parents and her stepdaughter, Carla Blackwell...

Kevin Rice, 53, of Little Rock, Ark., passed away on May 16, 2018, at home. Mr. Rice worked at the VA Hospital in Little Rock. He loved fishing, taking care of his dog and spending time with friends. Survivors include his father, Gene Rice of Paragould, Ark.; a sister, Kim (Marty) Ward of Little Rock; his newphews Craig and River Rice and Cody and Tyler Ward; a niece, Raven Rice; great-niece and nephew, Abi and Zane; and special aunt Louise Miller...