Dina Leann (Ball) Hicks, 40, of East End Community, succumbed to the pain and suffering of Lupus on Wednesday, July 29, 2009.  She was a member of East Union Missionary Baptist Church.

She is survived by her parents, Bobby and Dena Ball, of East End; brother, Robbie Ball (Kim), of East End; two nephews, Logan and Michael Ball; and several aunts, uncles and other family members.

The family wishes to express a special thanks to Dr. Hudson, Dr. Harper, Dr. Magdula, Dr. Prajapati and Shakeylla Allen and the staff at UAMS Medical Center.

Memorials may be made to Salem Cemetery Association, 2407 Lorance Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72206.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Saturday at East Union Missionary Baptist Church.  Burial will be Salem Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church.  Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St. 758-1170.  Online obituary and guess register at www.nlrfh.com