Shiela Ward Hale, age 64, of Dierks, formerly of Arkadelphia, passed from this life on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at her home.  She was born October 1, 1961, in Port Hueneme, CA, the daughter of the late Donald Wayne and Betty Head Ward.  Shiela was a graduate of Murfreesboro High School and a 2017 graduate of Cossatot at Henderson State University.  She was employed by Palco as a caregiver.  Shiela was a Baptist by Faith.  She enjoyed nature and being outdoors in her free time.  Shiela was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Casey Daniel Calley.

Survivors are two sons, Shawn and Marilyn Calley of Dierks and Heath Calley (Megan Goodwin) of Arkadelphia, two sisters, Heather Ficklin of St. Amant, LA and Dolly Ward of Gonzales, LA, four grandchildren, Casey Arielle Calley, Ryker Shawn Calley, Taylor Walker (Katie) and Kody Walker (Joy) all of Dierks and two great grandchildren, Sabrina Walker and Ryder Walker.

No services are planned at this time.

Final arrangements are entrusted to The Welch Funeral Home of Arkadelphia.  Visit www.welchfh.net to sign the guest book.