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Gracie Pearl Goodloe

Gracie Pearl Goodloe

Aug 19, 2025

In lieu of flowers, it was Mrs. Gracie Goodloe's request that you make a donation to Wounded Warriors or to her family. Thank you.

Douglas Leroy Williams Jr

Douglas Leroy Williams Jr

Aug 17, 2025

Douglas Leroy Williams Jr., a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, friend, and dedicated U.S. Army veteran. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Douglas, better known as “DJ” entered this world on July 23, 1981, and gained his wings on August 17, 2025. He lived a life of service, courage, and honor.

Dj excelled at anything he put his mind too....

Ronald Alphonso Howard

Ronald Alphonso Howard

Aug 6, 2025

Ronald Alphonso Howard was born on July 8, 1961, to Jerry and Mary Howard in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Ron was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather.

He liked to bbq, search recipes, collect watches, and play with his grandchildren. He liked to find corny jokes and recite them, and he also loved watching movies.

Ron was preceded in death by parents...

Emma Lee Patterson

Emma Lee Patterson

Aug 3, 2025

Emma Lee Patterson was born December 20, 1949 in Lake Providence, Louisiana to Earnest and Lillie B Brown, the eighth child in their union. At an early age, she was baptized in Louisiana by Elder McCain. She attended G.W. Griffin high school, moving to Rockford, IL in November of 1966. She graduated from Auburn High School in 1967. In 1968,...

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