charles strong recreation center luxora

04/02/2026

Congratulations

11/01/2025

Mr. Billy Miller

A life of unwavering faith, selfless service, and pioneering achievement — that is the legacy of Mr. Billy Miller, a devoted man of God whose steadfast commitment to faith, family, and education left an indelible mark on every life he touched.

Throughout his years, Mr. Miller faithfully served as a pillar of Gospel Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Luxora, Arkansas. His devotion to ministry was evident in every role he embraced — Deacon, Adult Sunday School Teacher, BTU Director, and Trustee. Through humble leadership and unshakable faith, he strengthened the church family and inspired generations to live boldly for Christ.

Mr. Miller’s pursuit of excellence extended far beyond the church walls. A proud graduate of Rosenwald High School in Osceola, Arkansas, he went on to break barriers as one of the first African Americans to graduate from Arkansas State University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. His courage and determination not only opened doors for himself, but paved the way for others to rise higher.

As an educator, Mr. Miller poured his heart into shaping young minds throughout his teaching career in Missouri and Arkansas. His greatest impact came during his years with the Blytheville School District, where he taught eighth-grade mathematics with patience, discipline, and a genuine love for his students. Beyond equations and lessons, he instilled values of perseverance, integrity, and faith — lessons that continue to guide the many lives he influenced.

Mr. Miller also blazed trails in civic leadership, becoming one of the first African Americans to hold public office in Arkansas as a Luxora School Board Member. His heart for service extended to the community as a founder of the Charles Strong Recreation Center, providing after-school and summer programs, tutoring, and resources for the youth of Luxora. His belief was simple yet profound: “Service to others is both a duty and a privilege.”

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 87, Mr. Miller peacefully transitioned from labor to reward in Conyers, Georgia.

A Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 304 South Main Street, Luxora, Arkansas.

The Celebration of Life Service will follow at 1:00 p.m., with Reverend Lawrence Haley, Pastor of Christ Temple Baptist Church in Blytheville, delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow at Luxora City Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/mr-billy-edward-miller-sr-obituary )

Professional services and arrangements are entrusted to McDonald-Horne Funeral Home.

10/13/2025

thank you

At the Center’s recent Career Service Award ceremony, the Mayor of Luxora proudly presented a celebratory plaque to the MCWRC Regional Maintenance Staff in recognition of their unwavering commitment to community service and their outstanding efforts in maintaining the cleanliness and beauty of the city of Luxora. This honor was presented on behalf of the Charles Strong Recreation Center, A New Beginning Mentor and Help Center, and the city of Luxora, in recognition of MCWRC's steadfast dedication to enhancing the quality of life within the community and their ongoing commitment to serving its residents with pride and purpose.
Pictured; Cpl. Dustin Wardlow, Cpl. T. Marshall and Sgt. Athena Byrd

09/30/2025

our thoughts and prayers are with the Hill and Miller families

Darrell Elree Hill, II was born December 13, 1982, in Blytheville, Arkansas to Darrell Elree Hill, I and Carlotta Miller Hill.

During his formative years, Darrell was educated in the Blytheville School District graduating from Blytheville High School with the class of 2001. Understanding the importance of education, he continued his education at the University of Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas, completing a degree in Business Management in 2007, and his master’s degree from University of Phoenix. Darrell used his expansive education and knowledge to open doors to for his success, becoming the CEO of his own business, Uncle D’s Enterprises, President of the Black Students Association at UCA, and a Sales Representative for Legal Shield just to name a few of his many accomplishments.

Darrell was a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, and the Kappa Kappa Psi Music Fraternity. He was a member of New Generation Church in Conway under the pastorage of Minister Tremayne Harris, where Darrell was a member of the Music Ministry.

Darrell was preceded in death by his grandparents, George W. Hill and Jema Loving Hill, and Linzell Miller. On Thursday, September 25, 2025, Darrell passed away at the Conway Regional Medical Center in Conway, Arkansas at the age of 42.

Those left to cherish his love and memories are his parents, Darrell E. Hill, I and Carlotta Miller-Hill of Luxora, Arkansas; his brother, Stephen (Sheena) Hill of Conway, Arkansas, his sister, Nikita Hill of Luxora, Arkansas; his grandmother, Mrs. Linda Miller also of Luxora, Arkansas; many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousin, and a host of friends.

Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, starting at 11:00 am until services begin at 1:00 at Promiseland Church of God In Christ, 2141 South Hwy 61, Osceola, Arkansas where Elder Johnny L. Moore is the pastor.

Celebration of Life Services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Lawrence Haley of Christ Temple Baptist Church in Blytheville will deliver the eulogy with interment to follow in Whiteside Gardens Cemetery.

Celebration of Life services will be live streamed on the McDonald-Horne Funeral Home, Facebook Account.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com

Professional services and arrangements are entrusted to McDonald-Horne Funeral Home.

Send flowers to the service of Mr. Darrell Elree Hill, II.

09/29/2025

Congratulations to 2025 Homecoming Queen Karlee Cullom and her court!

09/22/2025

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