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A longtime Monticello landmark, with many memories to many people was taken down earlier this week, with the removal of the former Henderson Funeral Home.

The funeral home began there in 1942, according to area residents, and served the community until around 3 years ago.

The work was done by T&T Construction and Wells Trucking.

Soon after the terrorists crashed the planes into the Twin Towers in New York City, and most Americans realized that we were not as safe as we all thought we were, country singer Alan Jackson released a song that summed up how a lot of people felt, and how they reacted.
The song asked, “where were [...]

This article is meant to serve as a tribute to a friend, Sgt. Larry Smith of the Monticello Police Dept.

Over 30 law enforcement and related units took part in the ceremonial procession to Oakland Cemetery.

Bagpipes played before the graveside service, and closed with Amazing Grace.

Over 50 representatives of local law enforcement and related fields were present in [...]

Bob Maxwell, age 74, of Monticello passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at the VA Hospital in Little Rock, AR.  He was born April 13, 1933, in Monticello, AR to the late Thomas T. Maxwell and Richie Smith Maxwell.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Wilson Maxwell.
He was a 1973 graduate of Arkansas [...]

Derrill L. Pierce died Friday, Dec 28, 2007, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, following a long and courageous battle with myeleodysplasia syndrome (MDS).  In a professional career in economic development that spanned more than 40 years, Pierce served communities in Kansas, Arkansas, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Texas, earning a reputation as a [...]

On Friday December 28th Derrill Pierce’s lengthy battle with illness ended when he passed from this life while undergoing treatment at UAMS.
He suffered his disease without complaint and with extreme dignity. When asked, “How are you doing?” he always replied “Couldn’t be better.” even when he was weak, thin and pale.
Mr. Derrill was extremely proud [...]