Obituaries

Mar 24, 2025

Cordia Marie Wildrick, 73, of Imboden went to her eternal home on Monday, March 24, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones at Flo & Phil Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Cordia was born September 18, 1951 in the Opposition community to Emmett and Florence Loane Clements.  Cordia married the first love of her life, Travis Wildrick, in 1970....

Mar 24, 2025

Barbara Anne Dunn, 86, of Pocahontas passed from this life on Monday, March 24, 2025 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro.

Barbara was born June 11, 1938 in Newport, AR to the late Howard Lewis and Merle Kimbrough Cole.  On January 23, 1959, Barbara married Mike Dunn.  Barbara was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated...

Mar 23, 2025

Monette - Jerry "Chub" Qualls, 84, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born April 2, 1941, to the late Thomas Joseph "Colonel" and Ovella Hamilton Qualls.

Jerry was the fifth of eight children and lived in Evening Shade until the age of four when he moved to Black...

Mar 22, 2025

Mr. David Leroy Drake, Sr., of Harrisburg, departed this life on Saturday March 22, 2025, at St. Elizabeth's Place in Jonesboro, at the age of 90.

He was born October 22, 1934 in CA, the son of the late Leo David Drake and Mabel Daniel Drake.

David joined the U.S. Army right out of high...

Mar 19, 2025

Carolyn Sue Harper, 72, of Jonesboro, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on March 19th, 2025 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

She was born March 22, 1952 in Pocahontas, AR.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Eugene Harper and Nancy Lucille Harper, sister Bonnie Rickman, and brother...

Mar 18, 2025

Black Rock- Herman Wayne Jones, 80, passed on from this life on March 18, 2025 at St. Bernards Hospital. He was born on December 13, 1944 to the late Raymond and Virginia Jones.

Herman retired from Hytrol as a machine operator. He enjoyed fishing and hunting in his free time, and he loved his family.

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Mar 18, 2025

Jerry Clyde Sullivan, 81, from Pocahontas, AR, passed away on March 18, 2025, at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Born on March 14, 1944, in Maynard, Arkansas, Jerry dedicated his life to hard work and family. Following in his father's footsteps, he built a successful career in the sawmill industry as the owner and operator...

Mar 17, 2025

James Harvey Late, 59, of Maynard, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025, at NEA Baptist in Jonesboro, Arkansas, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on October 29, 1965, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, to Harvey James Late and Betty Lois (Bland) Late, Jim grew up in a family that instilled in him a strong sense of...

Mar 17, 2025

Monette- Harold Bowden, 91, passed on from this life on March 17, 2025 at NEA Baptist Hospital. He was born on July 14, 1933 to the late Jake and Edna Mae Bowden.

Harold was a retired radar specialist with the U.S Army.  He was a member of the American Legion in Monette #136 and Hardy #366.  After...

Mar 16, 2025

Jonesboro- Maudie Buhler Deloach, 88, passed on from this life on March 16, 2025 from NEA Baptist. She was born on November 6, 1936 to the late Fred Coats and Lois Stockman.

Mrs. Deloach was one of the first real estate brokers in Arkansas and an appraiser. She worked doing FHA appraisals.  She loved all things beautiful,...

Mar 16, 2025

Paragould- Jackie Morris, 61, of Paragould passed from this life on March 16, 2025. He was born August 22, 1963 to Bobby and Bonnie Morris.

Jackie was a full-time farmer. He loved racing, motorcycles, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his grand babies.

He leaves behind his girlfriend Michelle Jones of the home; daughters Jasmine...

Mar 15, 2025

Diana Lynn Junkersfeld Macias, 60, of Pocahontas, AR went to her heavenly home surrounded by her loving family, on March 15, 2025, at St. Bernard's Medical Center following complications from her illness.

She was born October 29, 1964, in Pocahontas, AR, daughter of Jerry Allen and Hannelore (Nagel) Junkersfeld.  Diana graduated from St. Paul High School and...

Mar 15, 2025

Jonesboro- Susan Sanders, 67 passed on from this life on March 15, 2025 at the Baptist Memorial Hospital. She was born on August 11,1957 to the late Norman and Sylvia Cooper.

Susan graduated from Parkin High in 1975 and went on to get her nursing degree from EACC. She became a labor and delivery nurse. She worked...

Mar 13, 2025

Jabine Kare, 62, of Pocahontas passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro.

She was born Mary 19, 1962 in Majuro, Marshall Islands to the late Jimloj Kare and Beline Rilang.  She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

She was preceded in death by...

Mar 13, 2025

Ronald Blake Roberts, known by most as "Buck", passed from this earth on Thursday, March 13, 2025 aged 71 years at his home near O'Kean.

Born February 7, 1954 in Pocahontas; Buck was the oldest of three children born to James Kenneth Roberts and Norma Lou Getson.  A 1972 graduate of Delaplaine High School, Buck did a...

Mar 13, 2025

Hendri Ari Scott, a beloved child of 3 years, passed away on March 13, 2025 at his home in Weiner, Arkansas. He was born August 14, 2022.  Hendrix brought immeasurable joy to the lives of so many. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him....

Mar 12, 2025

Roseann Simmons, 72, of Pocahontas passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at her home.

She was born December 19, 1952 in Leeds, NY to the late Daley and Theresa Gabriel Deamer.  She worked as a C.N.A. and was of the Catholic belief.

Roseann was preceded in death by her parents Daley and Theresa Deamer; and...

Mar 11, 2025

NEW PALESTINE – Russell H. Dowden Jr., age 82, of New Palestine, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Woodland Terrace. He was born in Bauxite, Arkansas on January 13, 1943 to Russell H. Sr. and Donnie (Watts) Dowden. He graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1961 and then furthered his education at Indiana University and Arkansas State,...

Mar 11, 2025

Rita Katherine Head, 80, of Imboden, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Born on March 14, 1944, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, to the late Henry Sorg and Frances Pfeffer Sorg, Katherine was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Throughout her life, she remained dedicated to her family as a devoted homemaker...

Mar 11, 2025

Batesville- Calvin Brown, 77, went to his Heavenly home on March 11, 2025 at his home. He was born December 08, 1947 to the late Stewart and Velma Brown.

Batesville- Calvin Brown, 77, went to his Heavenly home on March 11, 2025 at his home. He was born December 08, 1947 to the late Stewart and Velma...