Paulette Ward, age 76, of Russellville, died Saturday, December 7, 2024, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Little Rock. She was born April 2, 1948, in Rector, Arkansas.

She enjoyed spending time reading and arguing about Trump. She had a love for music, especially Elvis, her favorite songs being, "Amazing Grace" and "The Old Rugged Cross." She dearly loved her children, grandchildren, great- grandchildren and her dog, Hobo.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony Douglas and Lois Evelyn Avants Huddleston; a daughter, Paula Bouck; a brother, Donald Huddleston; a sister, Terry Rainy Miller; and a granddaughter, Abigail Ward.

Survivors include her son, Robert Ward; a daughter and son-in-law, Cherie and Richard Issacs; a brother, Doug Huddleston; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

A private family conducted graveside service will be held at East Point Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com.