Fowler Funeral Home

Angela "Angie" Brown, 62, of Clarendon, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, at The Springs of Brinkley nursing home. Born on April 9, 1964, in Little Rock, Angie grew up in Clarendon and graduated from Clarendon High School in 1982, where she was an outstanding student, cheerleader, and homecoming queen. She went on to attend Arkansas State University, graduating with a degree in early education, reflecting her lifelong love for helping children learn and grow. Angie had a true zest for life and lived completely in the moment. She was best known for her warm smile, kind heart, and devotion to her family. Her three children and five grandchildren were the absolute center of her world, and she poured her heart into raising and loving them with boundless joy and pride. Outside of family life, Angie loved photography and genealogy, finding deep fulfillment in capturing memories behind the camera and discovering her family's rich history.
She is survived by her father, Joe (Kitty) Ellis of Omaha, AR; her three children, Cory, Cameron, Caitlin (Rodney), and Aaron Rose; her five grandchildren, Bentley, Paisley, Landon, and Londyn; and her two sisters, Terri Ellis, and Amanda "Mandy" Ellis, both of North Little Rock. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Brown of Clarendon, and her mother, Lou Ann Lowe of North Little Rock.

There will be a funeral service at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 8th at Fowler Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior.

Lou “Ann” Lowe, 84, passed away peacefully at her home in North Little Rock, Arkansas, on November 2, 2026. She was born in Holly Grove on July 16, 1942, to the late John M. and Addie Johnson Martin. Ann graduated from Holly Grove High School in 1960. She pursued her passion for style by becoming a beautician, working at well-known beauty shops in Clarendon before achieving her dream of owning her own shop. Her artistry extended far beyond hair; Ann possessed a keen eye for interior decorating, painting, and floral arranging.   Different chapters of her life took her to various parts of the state.   With every move, she took pride in transforming bare yards into landscapes filled with vibrant flower beds and manicured paths, quickly turning her new properties into neighborhood jewels. Later on, she enjoyed living on Lake Hamilton, where she loved riding on a pontoon boat to admire the beautiful waterfront homes and their immaculate gardens. An exceptionally tender-hearted and lifelong animal lover, Ann made sure no creature went hungry. She regularly fed local wildlife and domestic animals alike. While all strays received food, cats found forever homes with her. Above all, Ann cherished being a grandmother. She famously gave her grandkids haircuts — whether they needed them or not.  Spending time with them was her favorite thing to do. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, John and Addie; her sister, Betty Lassiter; and her brother, Ferrill Martin. Her daughter, Angie Brown of Clarendon, passed away just one day after her, on November 3, 2026. She is survived by her two daughters, Terri Ellis and Amanda “Mandy” Ellis, both of North Little Rock; two sisters, Molly Newby (the late Nathan) of Harrison, and Pat Coleman (the late John Wayne) of Edmond, Oklahoma; as well as three grandchildren Cory, Cameron, Caitlin (Rodney); along with five great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Shady Grove Cemetery in Clarendon, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA or your local animal shelter to honor Ann’s memory.

Heaven just got a lot spicier. Sandra Spradlin passed away on Friday October 16, 2026 at Cross Ridge Community Hospital. Sandra Jeanette Hall was born to Doris Jean Evans and Steve Hall on November 27, 1969 in Helena, Arkansas. She grew up around Holly Grove and Blackton. The youngest of four sisters, she spent most of her time with family. Sandra attended the Monroe County Human Development Center where she received her formal education and learned life skills. After graduating from that program, Sandra moved to Dundas Place in Forrest City, Arkansas. She made her life there with her sisters Barbara and Teresa until 2003 when she met her soulmate, the late Kevin Spradlin. Sandra and Kevin were married that year then made their home around Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. Sandra became a widow after 14 years of marriage. She moved back to Forrest City where she could be close to her sisters. Sandra was a lively woman. She did not like to just sit around. She made friends and liked to be around people. She soon found a special connection with Marvin. He fondly recalls her calling him “The Man” and exclaiming “Oh boy!” when she got excited. Sandra enjoyed playing games on her phone or tablet in her free time along with adult coloring books and word searches. She could be found getting her nails done her favorite color pink or getting her hair done. She loved being pampered. Sandra loved music. She liked to have fun.

Sandra was survived by two sisters Barbara Caldwell of Forrest City and Teresa Caldwell of Forrest City, three nieces: Misty Stokes of Brinkley, Crystal French of Brinkley, and Cynthia Roy (Vaughan) of Brinkley.

Sandra was preceded in death by her husband Kevin Spradlin, her mother Doris Jean Clemons, her father Steve Hall, her sister, Donna Sue Saffell, and her nephew Jonathan Wayne Self.

Services will be at Fowler Funeral Home in Brinkley. Visitation starts at 10:00 AM with the funeral service to follow at 11:00 AM.

Augusta "A.D." Byrd, 92, of Palestine, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on October 20, 2026. Born on October 6, 1934, he was the son of the late Clenond Byrd and Mamie Jones Byrd. A.D. spent his life dedicated to the land as a rice and soybean farmer, but he was equally known for his remarkable lifelong passion for athletics.

From a young age, A.D.’s dedication to sports was unmatched; as a high schooler, he would ride his bicycle from the Salem Community to Brinkley just to play softball or basketball. That passion followed him into the U.S. Army, where he served in Italy during peacetime. Capitalizing on the era, he played extensive softball and basketball for the military, even competing in a memorable basketball tournament hosted on an aircraft carrier. Known as a "mean" softball pitcher, his competitive spirit extended to every ball sport he touched, including pool and ping pong.

In the early 1960s, A.D. took up bowling, a hobby that quickly evolved from local leagues into traveling across the Midwest for major tournaments. He became a serious competitor and a true icon in the sport, bowling over 30 sanctioned 300 games alongside numerous near-perfect 299 and 298 games. His prowess earned him a lasting reputation, with many celebrating him as an Arkansas bowling legend. In his later retirement years, A.D. traded the lanes for the greens, taking up golf and thoroughly enjoying the game and camaraderie with his buddies. He never lost his profound love for sports.

A.D. was preceded in death by his beloved wife of many years, Bonnie Byrd, who passed away in October 2024; his parents; and his siblings, Letha Wheeler, Kenneth Byrd, Derward Byrd, Clara Sue Jumper, Romey Byrd, and Ernestine Wright. Those remaining to cherish his memory are his son, David Byrd; his daughter, Cindy (Keith) Loewer; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and lifelong friends.

A memorial service celebrating A.D.'s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Salem Methodist Church Cemetery Pavilion. Family and friends are invited to a visitation one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m., in the Salem Methodist Church Gym, located at 511 Lee 933, Palestine, AR 72372. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Salem Methodist Church, 2675 Lee 929, Moro, AR 72368.

George 'Buster' Alton Fielder Jr, 53 of Clarendon AR passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2026. He was born February 24, 1973, in Helena AR to the late George Alton and Maxine Turner Fielder. Buster grew up in his hometown of Marvell and later when on to work at Lennox where he met Betty Miller in 2019. They made their home in Clarendon where he was employed by the Clarendon Housing Authority. For the past 7 years buster shared a Beautiful Life, Home, and deeply loving partnership with Betty. Together they built a life filled with Happiness, Lots of Laughter, Love and raising pet cats. Buster will be remembered for his incredibly well-liked personality, kindhearted nature, and always trying to catch the bigger fish than Betty. He loved traveling, fishing, going on adventures and just exploring new things. Buster is survived by his beloved partner Betty Miller of Clarendon; stepson Jesse Miller of Lexa; stepdaughter Delana (Holden) Welch of Jacksonville, NC; nephews, Shae George of Batesville, and Mark Fielder of Jonesboro; niece Ashley Smith of Flippin; special cousins, Tina Fisher of Mantachie, Mississippi, and Marty Lampkin of Turkey Creek; numerous cousins, great nieces and nephews; special brothers, Mike Furman, John 'Freck' Furman; along with special sisters, Kris Dauck, and Cindy Aguilar. In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in death by two brothers, Lewis 'Tiny' Fielder, and Kenneth Fielder; and one sister, Mary Ann George. In accordance with Buster's wishes, a celebration of Buster's life will be held on Monday August 31, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Fowler funeral home in Brinkley; followed by burial at eventide cemetery in Marvell AR. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Heart Association or local animal shelter.