Geneva May Taylor
Jul 31, 2026
Geneva May Taylor, 95, of Pocahontas passed away Friday, July 31, 2026 at Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehab Center.
She was born December 6, 1930 in the Elm Store community to the late Roy and Elva Copus Wrenfrow. Geneva was a dedicated homemaker and farmer. She was well-known for raising hogs and her hog calling abilities. She was an accomplished quilter, master...
Ross Neill McQueen
Jul 29, 2026
Ross Neill McQueen, 61, of Maynard passed away at his home on July 29, 2026.
He was born on February 27, 1965, in Flagstaff, Arizona to Ross N. McQueen II and Christa E. Witt. He served the country in the United States Marine Corp between 1983 – 1991.
Ross was preceded in death by his parents, Ross McQueen II and Christa McQueen;...
Susan Seawel
Jul 27, 2026
Mary Susan Chester Seawel, 76, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Just moments before her passing, family gathered around her bedside in prayer and song, entrusting her to her Savior and to the joyful reunion with her beloved husband and parents.
On August 4, 1949, Susan...
Marie Catherine Peters
Jul 27, 2026
Marie Catherine Peters, 98, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 27, 2026.
She was born on August 15, 1927, in Running Lake, Arkansas to the late William A. Zosso and Malissa E Johnson Zosso. She worked for Brown Shoe for many years. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church.
She was preceded in...
Joyce Ann Hogan
Jul 25, 2026
Joyce Ann Sharp Rouse Hogan
Joyce Ann Sharp Rouse Hogan was born on a Saturday afternoon July 8, 1939 to Linnie Pearl Shepard and Joe Sidney Sharp in Enville, Tenn. and went to be at peace on a Saturday morning July 25, 2026 in Trumann, Ark.
Joyce led an adventurous full life. As a young child she and her siblings ran the...
Aaron Frank Jansen
Jul 24, 2026
Aaron Frank Jansen of Pocahontas, Arkansas passed away on July 24, 2026.
He was born on February 18, 1988, in Pocahontas, Arkansas to Ronnie Jansen and Karen Jansen.
There are some journeys that God only understands. At just 22 years old Aaron lost his central vision. It was a burden he did not choose, yet he carried it with courage, determination and...
Julia Ann Todd
Jul 23, 2026
Julia Ann Todd, 67, of Pocahontas passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026 at St. Bernard’s Five Rivers Medical Center.
She was born on a military base in Texas on January 11, 1959 to the late James Monroe and Saundra Jean Wenzel Powell.
Julia was preceded in death by her parents James and Saundra Powell; and by her sister, Juella Ellis.
She is survived...
Calvin Ludwig Miller
Jul 23, 2026
Calvin Ludwig Miller of Harrisburg departed this life on Thursday July 23, 2026, at his home, at the age of 62.
He was born January 31, 1964, to William Clyde Miller and Mary Lee LaCombe Miller, in Landsteug, Germany. Calvin was a licensed pilot and a card dealer for 20 years at the casino. He loved fishing and enjoyed the outdoors.
In...
Carl Eugene Bailey
Jul 21, 2026
Carl Eugene Bailey, 71, of Williford, departed this life on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Carl was born on June 17, 1955, in Pocahontas to the late Manley B. Bailey and Imogene Brown Bailey. Following his high school graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1975 until 1987. Throughout his...
Mary Ann Long
Jul 19, 2026
After a life of serving others in her capacity as mother, grandmother and nurse, Mary Ann James Long has answered the call to her eternal home.She passed away peacefully on July 19th, surrounded by her loving family.She was very proud of her achievements in nursing. As a RN she served for many years in varying areas including director of nursing,...
Melvin Vinson Riney
Jul 19, 2026
Melvin Vinson Riney, 83, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Sunday, July 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Melvin was born on June 3, 1943, in Engelberg, Arkansas, to the late Leo Alvin Riney and Lena Brown Riney. He dedicated 33 years of service to Brown Shoe before beginning a second career as a farmer. A hardworking man throughout his...
Myrna Rae Vinchattle
Jul 15, 2026
Myrna Rae Vinchattle, 76, of Maynard, Arkansas, passed away on July 15, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family.
Myrna was born on October 13, 1949, in Vancouver, Washington. She lived a life filled with love, faith, creativity, and dedication to those around her. She was known by her family and friends as a caring, loving, and hardworking woman who...
Rufford Neal Bennett
Jul 15, 2026
Rufford Neal Bennett was born July 15, 1949 in Dalton, Arkansas. He entered into eternity on his 77th birthday, July 15, 2026, in Blytheville, Arkansas. He was the 6th of 10 children of Rufford G. Bennett and Lorine Mitchell Bennett. He was a graduate of Dalton High School. He was drafted in June, 1969 and went on proudly to serve...
Robert Allen Grant
Jul 13, 2026
Robert Allen Grant of Harrisburg departed this life on Monday, July 13, 2026 at his home at the age of 59.
He was born February 26, 1967 in Jonesboro, AR, the son of Larry Thomas Grant and Linda Jean Poore Grant.
Robert was a truck driver most of his life. His most enjoyable truck driving was for Bob Staten. Robert also worked...
Curtis Thomas Silvis
Jul 12, 2026
Curtis Thomas Silvis of Harrisburg departed this life on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the Flo and Phil Hospice House in Jonesboro, at the age of 52.
He was born August 4, 1973, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Charles C and Iris Mudge Silvis.
Curtis was a welder and fabricator. He loved the outdoors.
No services will be held at this time.
Lynn Blakenship
Jul 12, 2026
Lynn Blankenship, age 66, of Jonesboro passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at St. Bernard’s Regional Medical Center. She was born on September 22, 1959 to Bob and Allison (Tootie) Blankenship.
Lynn spent her childhood years living in Marianna, Arkansas and later moved to Jonesboro where she graduated from Nettleton High School in 1978. After graduation, she worked at Couch’s...
Mary Kathryn Shivley Garrison
Jul 11, 2026
Mary Kathryn Garrison, age 91, passed away on July 11, At Randolph County Nursing Home. She was born at Pocahontas on October 9, 1934, to Johnny Boy and Nadine Parish Shivley.
Mary was a 1952 graduate of Pocahontas High School. She and her classmates formed a bond that would follow them all their lives. Later in life they traveled together, going...
Emma Ilean Lemley
Jul 9, 2026
Emma Ilean Lemley, 99, of Russellville, formally of Fisher, passed on from this life on July 9, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Russellville. She was born on February 27, 1927 in Fisher to Charles Olen Garrett and Lucy Caroline Garrett.
She was educated in the Fisher Schools and attended the beauty school in Wynne in the 1960’s. She, with her...
Mary Frances Wallace
Jul 6, 2026
Mary Frances (Miller) Wallace passed away Monday, July 6th, 2026, at Monette Manor at the age of 89. Mary was born July 3rd, 1937 at Delfore, AR to J.R. (Boss) and Edna (Barnes) Miller.
Growing up in the Delfore area she attended school at Turkey Run, later transferring to Childress where she graduated in 1954. She was very active in sports...
Don Jones
Jul 6, 2026
Don O. Jones, 75, of Heber Springs, Arkansas, passed away at his home on July 6, 2026.
He was born on February 16, 1951, in Reyno, Arkansas to Thomas Andrew & Elizabeth Jones.
Don worked in construction with Massman Construction Company for 31 years.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Brenda Reed Jones of Heber Springs, Arkansas. Daughters Jennifer Camp...
