Frances Ann Futrell
Jan 23, 2026
Frances Ann (Gould) Futrell, age 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, January 23, 2026, beside her loving husband, Byron, of 69 years. A devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and proud great-grandmother, Frances’ life was a beautiful example of love, strength, and unwavering faith.
Frances was born October 10, 1936, in Dongola, Illinois, to Frank and Anna (Corzine) Gould. She...
Rosanne Marie McLavey
Jan 23, 2026
Rosanne Marie McLavey, 77, of Pocahontas passed away Friday, January 23, 2026 at her home.
She was born April 26, 1948 in Sheldon, Iowa to Gerald and Marilyn McCarthy Fonkert.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Marilyn Fonkert; husband, Don McLavey; son, Gerald Ray; and nephew, Derek.
Rosanne is survived by her daughters, Lisa Cooper and Diane (Brian) McTasney;...
Aryliss "Arkie" DeClerk
Jan 19, 2026
On Monday January 19th, Aryliss Dee Travis DeClerk , affectionately known as “Arkie”, passed from her earthly home. She was born on September 25th 1939 in Wilsey, Kansas, to Frank Alvin and Ilah Francis Travis. Preceding her in death are her husband, Bernard Joseph DeClerk, grandson Kent Zitzelberger, siblings Darrell Travis, Donovan Travis, Barney Travis, Beverly Zipperer, Corliss Arnone, Bonnie...
Gerri Berry
Jan 18, 2026
Gerri Berry, 78, Searcy, Arkansas, passed away on January 18, 2026, at a hospital in Little Rock, AR.
She was born on May 24, 1947, in St. Louis, MO and later made her home in Searcy, Arkansas.
Gerri is preceded in death by her parent, John Christopher Greenwald and Peggy Tracy; her beloved husband, Carrol Berry; and her brother, Danny Greenwald.
She is...
Nancy Carolyn Busch
Jan 18, 2026
Nancy Noblin Busch, 60, entered her heavenly home on January 18, 2026, at her residence in Ravenden Springs.
She was born on February 24, 1965, to the late Joe and Opal Noblin. Nancy was united in marriage to Gary Busch II on June 6, 1992.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Bill Easton; brother-in-law, and her mother-in-law and...
Mary Kathryn Broadway
Jan 18, 2026
Mary Kathryn Broadway of Pocahontas entered her heavenly home on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Lawrence Hall at the age of 80.
She was born on May 17, 1945, in Hoxie to the late Olen Dawson and Mildred Stephens Dawson. Mary was a faithful member of First Assembly of God Church in Pocahontas and loved Jesus with her whole heart.She worked...
Eldridge Leon Neece
Jan 15, 2026
Eldridge Leon Neece, a beloved father, Grandad, and devoted church member, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 96. He was born on December 31, 1929, in Eaton, Arkansas, to the late Everett and Pearl Oldham Neece.
Eldridge shared a remarkable 74 years of marriage with his late wife, Cletis. His life was a testament to...
Alice Fay Goodale
Jan 15, 2026
Alice Fay Goodale (née Lansdale), age 72, of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, in Walnut Ridge. Born on October 7, 1953, in Niles, Michigan, Alice lived a life marked by deep faith, unwavering love for her family, and a joyful spirit that touched all who knew her.
Alice was the beloved daughter of Louie and Alice...
John Todd Ungerank
Jan 14, 2026
John Todd Ungerank, of Sherwood, departed this life on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 60.
John was born on October 14, 1965, in Pocahontas to the late Frank Ungerank and Margaret Cherry Ungerank. John earned a degree in Business and Management from the University of Central Arkansas in 1989 where he also was a founding member of the...
Martha Faye Hillis
Jan 14, 2026
Mrs. Faye Hillis of Marked Tree departed this life Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026, at the NEA Baptist hospital in Jonesboro, at the age of 78.
She was born February 6, 1947 in Lawrenceburg, TN, the daughter of the late Jimmy Lee Walter Davis and Mary Susan Kizer Davis.
Faye was a homemaker and a nursing home aide. She was also a...
Billie Raymond Lynxwiler
Jan 13, 2026
Billie Raymond Lynxwiler, 88, of Warm Springs, left this world on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Billie was born in Brakebill, Arkansas, on May 10, 1937, to the late Hubert Homer Lynxwiler and Bessie Mae Feezor Lynxwiler. He was a sawmiller and cattle farmer. Working hard and providing for his family was very important to...
George Clondike Lester
Jan 12, 2026
George Clondike Lester, 64, of Ravenden entered his heavenly home on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home.
George was born in Gary, Indiana to the late George Clifford Lester and Opal Marie Morgan Lester on July 6, 1961. He was a tool and die maker. His greatest time was spent traveling.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and...
Teddy Ray Holland
Jan 12, 2026
Teddy Ray Holland, 75, of Maynard, passed peacefully from this life on January 12, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on May 12, 1950, in Paragould, AR Teddy was the son of the late Herman Holland and Patricia Ann Underwood Holland. A hardworking man throughout his life, Teddy proudly worked as both a farmer and an electrician, trades that reflected...
Michael Wayne Hopp
Jan 12, 2026
Michael Wayne Hopp, 54, of Maynard, Arkansas, departed this life on January 12, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital in Pocahontas.
Michael was born on February 24, 1971, in Belleville, Illinois, to Louis Allen “Tom” Hopp and Frances Looney. An entrepreneur by trade, Michael was known for his independent spirit and determination. He loved to travel and he cherished his...
Deanna Lin Lemm
Jan 9, 2026
Deanna L. Lemm, 41, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Saturday, January 9, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital in Pocahontas.
Deanna was born on April 5, 1984, to Lonnie R. Nipps and Linda Stout Nipps in Tomball, Texas.
Deanna is survived by her husband, Tony Lemm; parents, Lonnie R. and Linda Nipps of Pocahontas; children, Cheyanne Martin of Arizona, Jasmine...
Dr. Dennis Lee Bubrig, II
Jan 8, 2026
Dr. Dennis L. Bubrig, II (Denny), 51, of Hattiesburg, MS passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 after battling stage four gastric adenocarcinoma.
A native of Pocahontas, Arkansas, Denny was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He spent over twenty years in higher education administration which enabled him to live across the United States including in Bowling Green, OH, Birmingham, AL, Austin,...
Donna Kay Wells
Jan 8, 2026
Donna Kay Wells, 82, of Maynard entered her heavenly home on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital.
Donna was born on December 11, 1943, to the late Clinton Bohannon and Lola Pilkington Bohannon in Marshfield, MO. She was a high school graduate with some college. She was a CNA home health aide. Former member of Gethsemane Baptist...
Cora Etta Calhoun
Jan 7, 2026
Cora Etta Calhoun, 92, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at her home.
Cora was born on January 2, 1934, in Walnut Ridge to the late Joe and Francis Mae Hufstedler. Cora was a lifelong Christian and lived for serving God and her family. She attended First Assembly of God church in Pocahontas.
She was preceded in death...
Helen Frances Wilson
Jan 6, 2026
Helen Frances Wilson, age 92, passed peacefully on Tuesday, January 6th in Jonesboro, Arkansas, surrounded by her two daughters.
She was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Steven and Mary Srsha, originally from Croatia. Helen was a loving mother who devoted her life to caring for her daughter Paula, who has cerebral palsy. She was a survivor and a pillar of strength...
Franklin Tribble
Jan 5, 2026
Franklin Tribble, 82, of Pocahontas, entered his heavenly home peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, at his residence.
Franklin was born on October 28, 1943, in Hickory Ridge to the late Clarence and Bertha Jackson Tribble. He was a high school graduate and a lifelong brick mason, owning and operating his own company for more than 60 years. During the 1970s,...
