Compassionate. Professional. Unique.

The greatest asset of Caruth-Hale Funeral Home is the wonderful people who work here.  We are unique in the fact that the majority of our funeral directors came from outside of the funeral industry.  Our staff was handpicked from pulpits, make-up counters, cable plants, and even business ownership.  Though they came from a broad spectrum of industries, they shared a heart of compassion that was ready and willing to serve.  This not only sets us apart from other funeral homes, but it has resulted in what we believe to be the greatest collection of funeral directors in the country. 

Our funeral directors are knowledgeable and highly trained individuals who will help co-create a funeral service that tells the story of your loved one’s life.

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Robert Arledge President
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Marsha Hale Arledge Secretary/Treasurer
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Kimberly Arledge Financial Administrator
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Enrique Loredo General Manager
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Sharon Rowe Funeral Director
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Kristen Bomberger Funeral Director
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Katie Gordon Funeral Director / Embalmer
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Colleen Adair Funeral Director
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Kenyan Cox Apprentice Funeral Director
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Kassidy Lott Office Administrator
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Donnie Edge Office Administrator
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Virginia Hite Office Administrator
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Caroline Minnick Pre-Need Specialist
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Troy Sugg Crematory Operator
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Jacob Nix Crematory Operator / Funeral Assistant
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Hunter Lott Media Specialist
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David Hite Maintenance

Robert Arledge

President
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Robert joined the funeral home in 1987. He is married to Marsha Hale Arledge and continues the family’s tradition of service excellence. Robert has served in many capacities including funeral director, crematory manager and General Manager.  He is now serving as the President of Caruth-Hale.  His attention to detail and commitment to providing the tools for his staff to help families celebrate life is the driving force of this firm.  His dedication to an immovable standard of excellence is one of the reasons Caruth-Hale remains among the most elite funeral homes in the nation.

Marsha Hale Arledge

Secretary/Treasurer
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Marsha is part of the second generation of the Hale family. After moving to Hot Springs in 1969 with her family, Marsha attended Lakeside High School and began helping her mother with the office and accounting work at the funeral home as young as 16 years old. After graduating from Lakeside and then Hendrix College, Marsha returned home to help lead her family business into the next generation. Today, she serves as Secretary-Treasurer of the company her father bought and built over 40 years ago.

Kimberly Arledge

Financial Administrator
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Kimberly represents the third generation of the Hale family to serve Hot Springs and the surrounding area through the family business. She has been part of the Caruth-Hale Funeral Home team since 2009.

Kimberly works primarily in the office, where she helps ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Although her role isn’t always visible, she has a deep passion for supporting the families the funeral home serves. She believes that every detail matters when someone is experiencing loss. Her goal is to provide comfort through organization, care, and consistency.

Over the years, Kimberly has grown both personally and professionally alongside the team. She considers it an honor to contribute to a place that values compassion and integrity.

Outside of work, she is a proud mom of four. Her children keep her busy, inspired, and grounded. In her spare time, she enjoys sports, working out, and spending time outdoors. These hobbies help her stay energized and balanced so she can continue serving families with her best each day.

Enrique Loredo

General Manager
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Enrique joined the Caruth-Hale team in 2017. He grew up in Ft. Worth, Texas, and has served in ministry across the country. He is a licensed funeral director, who has built a reputation for making special connections with the families he serves. 

Sharon Rowe

Funeral Director
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Sharon joined Caruth-Hale in 1997; her compassion and heart for others have equipped her perfectly to comfort and guide grieving families. Sharon is a licensed funeral director and pre-arrangement specialist; her expertise is a beacon of hope to families who otherwise might feel confused or overwhelmed by grief. Sharon was raised in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and returned home after 10 years living in Pasadena, California, with her husband. Sharon has six children, including one who went early to Heaven and grew up at Jesus’s side. Her ministry and service to families have led to the formation of deep and lasting bonds, transforming “customers” into lifelong friends.

 

Family Comments

"A month has passed since my husband passed away and I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for all your help. It is truly hard to find good companies that deliver great service, but that is certainly what I had in my husband's funeral and burial. The service was handled so smoothly that my sons and I could completely focus on friends and family rather than the details of the service. From the first planning steps through the service and graveside activities, my husband's service was exactly what he and I wanted. I thank all of you for sharing your abilities with me in difficult times."


"I want to thank you for the dignified and sensitive way in which you handled mother's service. I have never seen mother look more beautiful and at peace. That was so comforting for our family. It takes a very special person to do what you do, and Sharon you were amazing beginning to end. Her memory was truly honored."

Kristen Bomberger

Funeral Director
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A native of Pennsylvania, Kristen has called Hot Springs home for more than 15 years. She joined the Caruth-Hale team in 2021 after losing several family members and experiencing the staff’s compassion firsthand. Feeling drawn to serve others in the same way, she began working as night staff—a role that quickly grew into a calling to support families more fully as a Funeral Director.

 

A professionally trained classical violinist, Kristen performs with the Arkansas Symphony and various ensembles throughout Hot Springs and Little Rock. Her work as a musician has shaped the way she serves families today. Kristen believes every life is a composition—unique, expressive, and worthy of being remembered with intention. Her background in music, where attentive listening, empathy, and storytelling are essential, complements her passion for hearing each family’s stories and weaving meaningful details into services that beautifully reflect the lives of those they love.

 

Outside of work, Kristen gives private violin and piano lessons and enjoys spending time with her family, reading, cooking, and relaxing with a good cup of coffee. 

Katie Gordon

Funeral Director / Embalmer
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For more than 14 years, Katie has served families with a combination of technical expertise, quiet strength, and heartfelt compassion. As a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, she has guided countless individuals through some of life’s most difficult moments, providing reassurance, unique and personalized services, clarity, and dignity when it is needed most.

 

Outside of her work, Katie is dedicated to her family and values community involvement, continuing education, is an avid reader and wellness enthusiast also holding certifications in fitness and nutrition.

 

With a career defined by compassion, integrity, and a deep sense of purpose, Katie continues to help families navigate grief while honoring life.

Colleen Adair

Funeral Director
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Colleen Adair was born in Mountain View, California, and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, before making Hot Springs her home in 2016. As a funeral director at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home, she brings a sincere, comforting presence to the families she serves. Colleen is passionate about helping people navigate loss with compassion, understanding, and care, and she strives to create services that truly honor each individual’s life and story.

Outside of work, Colleen enjoys spending quiet moments reading and spending time with her dogs, who add a lot of joy to her life. She is grateful to be part of the Hot Springs community and honored by the trust families place in her during their most difficult times.

Kenyan Cox

Apprentice Funeral Director
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Kenyan joined the Caruth-Hale team in 2024 as an apprentice funeral director. He is a Glenwood, Arkansas native devoted to serving families in the funeral industry with compassion and dignity. His commitment to others and their needs is apparent with every family he serves.

Kenyan currently resides in the small town of Pencil Bluff with his wife Deborah with whom he is proudly married to, and they share a joyful life with their son, Theodore. Grounded by faith and family, he brings heartfelt dedication to every relationship and responsibility. Kenyan’s passion for serving others comes deeply rooted from his faith in Christ and love for his community which guides his daily work, and defines the way he cares for the families who trust him during life’s tender moments. 

In Kenyan’s spare time, he enjoys playing guitar, building guitars, and teaching music to others. Kenyan has employed his musical skills in various ways by playing for community and statewide events for various needs, and entertainment for the people. 

Kassidy Lott

Office Administrator
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I joined the Caruth-Hale Funeral Home team in 2023, bringing with me a heart for service and a deep appreciation for helping families feel supported during life’s most difficult moments. I graduated from Henderson State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and spent four years teaching Kindergarten at Acorn Elementary School. In 2023, I moved to this area and began a new chapter both personally and professionally. In December of 2022, I married my husband, Hunter, who serves as the media specialist for our company, and together we are proud to serve the families in our community.

 

My background in education taught me patience, empathy, and the value of meaningful connection—qualities that naturally translate into the care I provide here at Caruth-Hale. I feel grateful to work in a place where compassion, respect, and family-centered service are at the heart of everything we do. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, baking, singing, and being active in my church community. These interests bring joy and balance to my life and continue to inspire the warmth and dedication I bring to my role each day.

Donnie Edge

Office Administrator
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For the last twenty-eight years, Donnie has devoted himself to ministry, pastoring two Pentecostal churches and guiding his congregations with unwavering commitment. His deep faith is the cornerstone of his life and work.

Donnie's greatest joy is his family. He is happily married to Judy, and together they have a large and loving blended family. Their four adult children include Donnie's adopted daughter and son, and Judy's two sons. The family circle continues to grow, with eight beloved grandchildren and one precious great-grandchild.

In addition to his pastoral duties, Donnie is a licensed professional in the funeral service industry. After two years of working at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home in Hot Springs, AR, he achieved a significant milestone by receiving his Funeral Director's License on August 14th, 2025. He currently serves as the Office Administrator at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home at our 4623 N. Highway 7 North location in Hot Springs Village, AR.

Donnie also maintains a passion for real estate and is licensed with Century 21 of Hot Springs Village, where he enjoys assisting clients with their property needs from time to time.

Whether he is leading a service, guiding a family through a difficult time, or helping a neighbor find their perfect home, Donnie Edge is a man defined by his diverse professional skills and profound dedication to caring for others.

 

Virginia Hite

Office Administrator
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I grew up in West Memphis Arkansas where I graduated from high school and later married my childhood sweetheart. I'm a proud parent of two sons and two step-sons and a grandparent to a wonderful granddaughter.

1978 I moved to Hot Springs where I began building both my personal and professional life .

In 1991, I started a 25-year career in banking, where I developed lasting relationships with customers and the community. During this time, I also attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for several semesters to study sign language, which led to my 28-year involvement in the Deaf community.

Along the way, I purchased and operated a small convenience store further developing my connection to the people I serve. The strong relationships I've built throughout my banking career eventually led me to my current role as Office Administrator with Caruth-Hale at our 70 West location, where I can continue to serve my community with care and dedication.

 

Caroline Minnick

Pre-Need Specialist
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Troy Sugg

Crematory Operator
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Jacob Nix

Crematory Operator / Funeral Assistant
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I was raised in southwest Arkansas, where my father’s furniture store became my first classroom in integrity, hard work, and respect. From a young age, I learned the value of serving others with fairness and compassion, principles that continue to guide my life today.

For the past three years, I’ve called Hot Springs home. Here, I’ve deepened my commitment to community through leadership in my local church and my work at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home, where I serve as a crematory operator and apprentice funeral director. Each day, I wake with purpose, pursuing excellence in every task and honoring the sacred trust families place in us during their most vulnerable moments.

Whether in ministry or my daily engagements, I strive to be a steady presence, someone who listens well, leads humbly, and treats every person with dignity. My heart is for people, and my mission is to serve them with grace, clarity, and compassion.

 

Hunter Lott

Media Specialist
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I joined the Caruth-Hale Funeral Home team in 2022, bringing a passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to serving families with clarity, care, and respect. I graduated from the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith with a Bachelor’s degree in Animation Technology and an Associate’s degree in Graphic Design. My background in creative media allows me to craft meaningful tributes and help families preserve their loved ones’ stories in a thoughtful and heartfelt way.

After marrying my wife, Kassidy, we’ve been grateful to work side by side, supporting both one another and the families we serve. I also enjoy serving at my church as the creative director, where I use my talents to help people connect through worship and visual communication. Outside of work, you can usually find me playing video games, watching movies, or spending quality time with Kassidy. Each of these passions keeps me grounded and continues to shape the creativity and care I bring to my role every day.

David Hite

Maintenance
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