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Martha Ann (Andrepont) Hughes, 61, of Pocola passed from this life Sunday, July 3, 2016, in her home. She was born Sept. 2, 1954, in Madisonville, La., to the late Burlick and Vita (Cali) Andrepont. She was a housewife and homemaker. Martha was preceded in death by two daughters, Michele Grant and Rebecca Burnett. Martha enjoyed keeping her house clean and working in her flower beds, and of course, she loved spending time with her family. Her faith in God was the most important part in her life.

Paul Daniel Mahoney, 90, of Fort Smith passed away Sunday, July 3, 2016, in Fort Smith. He was born July 4, 1925, in Hannibal, Mo., to the late Paul James and Grace Martz Mahoney. Mr. Mahoney was a member of Goddard United Methodist Church in Fort Smith, a World War II Army/Air Corps veteran who served in India, and was a retired public accountant. He was active in the Mount Magazine Girl Scout Council along with wife, Virginia, for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, V