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Willis A. Gray -Glbfh

Willis A. Gray -Glbfh

Jun 1, 2017

Willis Gray, 76, of Maumelle AR, formerly of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2017, after a long and painful illness. Our hearts are broken, and we will forever miss his wit, zest for life and laughter. However, we are comforted knowing he is now with the angels in Heaven and at peace. Willis was a wonderful and devoted...

Patrecia L Mitchell - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Patrecia L Mitchell - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Jun 1, 2017

Myrtle, MO - Patrecia L. Mitchell, 74, passed away June 1, 2017. Patrecia was born October 30, 1942 in Newton, Kansas to Walter and Lorraine Seymour. She loved gardening and was a member of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Mitchell; 1 brother; and 1 sister. She is survived by son, Richard Mitchell...

Dr. Robert "Doc" Eugene Bowers - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Dr. Robert "Doc" Eugene Bowers - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Jun 1, 2017

Pocahontas - Dr. Robert "Doc" Eugene Bowers, 74, passed away June 1, 2017 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was born August 8, 1942 in St. Louis, Mo to Ruff and Pearl Moore Bowers. Doc Bowers was a chiropractor for over 30 years, collected antique cars, a loving husband and father, and will be missed my many. He was preceded in...

Barbara Jean Kibby -Glbfh

Barbara Jean Kibby -Glbfh

May 28, 2017

Walnut Ridge - Barbara Jean Kibby, 79, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at Flo \u0026 Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born February 10, 1938 in Pocahontas to the late Vernon and Maggie Smith Eads. She worked for many years at Jimco Lamp and Lightning Company. She will be remembered as a loving mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. She...

Betty Sue Ivy - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Betty Sue Ivy - Mcnabb Funeral Home

May 27, 2017

Pocahontas- Betty Sue Ivy passed away May 27, 2017 at Five Rivers Medical Center. Betty was born July 21, 1930 in Hornersville, Missouri to the late Elmer and Aline Jarrett Pender. She is survived by sons, Randy (Loretta) Ivy \u0026 Ron Ivy; grandsons, Lee and Lance Ivy all of Michigan, sisters, Fran (H.V.) Hart of Walnut Ridge, AR. \u0026 Carrie...

Dorothy Weeks Faulkner -Gwfh

Dorothy Weeks Faulkner -Gwfh

May 26, 2017

Harrisburg- Dorothy Weeks Faulkner, 93, passed Friday, May 26, 2017. She was born January 13, 1924 in McCormick to the late Ernest and Fannie Roy Turnbow. She was the bookkeeper for Weeks Trucking for many years. She is survived by her children, Bobby Weeks (Susie), Dennis Weeks and Joyce Weeks Gardner all of Harrisburg; two step-children, Doug Faulkner of Jonesboro...

Shirley Faye Hutchison - Glbfh

Shirley Faye Hutchison - Glbfh

May 26, 2017

Paragould- Shirley Hutchison, 69, passed away Friday, May 26, 2017. She was born November 2, 1947 in Newport to the late Billy W. and Ethel Ferguson Davis. She was a homemaker and a member of Northside Christian Ministries. She was an avid reader and animal lover. She will be remembered as a loving mother, sister and grandmother. She was also...

Kaiser Lee Fry -Glbfh

Kaiser Lee Fry -Glbfh

May 26, 2017

Jonesboro- Kaiser Lee Fry, 2 months, passed away Friday, May 26, 2017 at Children's Hospital in Little Rock. He was born March 13, 2017 in Jonesboro with his twin brother, Sylas Fry. He is survived by his parents, Anthony and Chelsea Williams Fry; his twin brother, Sylas Fry; grandparents, Kevin and Lora Fry of Jonesboro; great-grandparents, Lonnie Wisham of Lake...

Ronda Kay Jurs - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Ronda Kay Jurs - Mcnabb Funeral Home

May 24, 2017

Ronda Kay Jurs, 47, passed away on May 24, 2017 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. Ronda was born April 10, 1970 in Crystal Lake, IL to Ralph Collier and Goldie Johnson Money. She was preceded in death by her father, and 1 son, Daniel Jurs. She is survived by husband, Armand Jurs Jr.; 4 sons, Armand Jurs III, Scott...

Leroy Daniels - Glbfh

Leroy Daniels - Glbfh

May 23, 2017

Cash- Leroy Daniels, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2017, quietly in his sleep. He was born October 14, 1934 in Lepanto to the late Roy and Ruth Waters Daniels. He lived most of his life in the Cash area. He was a farm laborer his entire working life. He did venture into other short lived financial endeavors. He liked...

Franklin "Po" Bryan - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Franklin "Po" Bryan - Mcnabb Funeral Home

May 23, 2017

Franklin D. "PO" Bryan, 82, of St. John, MO passed away May 23, 2017 in Chesterfield, MO. He was born July 9, 1934 in Lepanto to the late Cecil \u0026 Novella Guntharp Bryan. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and worked in the automotive industry. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Sullinger Bryan; one daughter, Beverly Holzer;...

Mr. Carol Lee Copeland -Glbfh

Mr. Carol Lee Copeland -Glbfh

May 23, 2017

Jonesboro- Mr. Carol Lee Copeland, 81, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2017. He was born September 16, 1935 in Shreveport, Louisiana to the late Wayne and Josephine Clark Copeland. He served in country proudly in the United States Coast Guard. He worked for Dow Chemical for thirteen year. Mr. Copeland enjoyed working and loved to build model airplanes. He will...

John David Anderson (Gregg-Weston Funeral Home)

John David Anderson (Gregg-Weston Funeral Home)

May 21, 2017

Mr. John David Anderson of Harrisburg passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord, Sunday, May 21, 2017, in Jonesboro, at the age of 72. He was born February 1, 1945 in Milan, Michigan, the son of the late Frank Anderson and Hazel Walters Anderson. John married Anita Dugan on September 25, 1982 and they enjoyed 35 years together. He...

Pauline Cole Root - Glbfh

Pauline Cole Root - Glbfh

May 20, 2017

Pleasanton, California- Pauline Cole Root, 105, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2017. She was born February 27, 1912 in Jonesboro to the late Ollie and Nancy Caples Cole. She was a beautician for over sixty years. Mrs. Root will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her children, Thomas Hager of Carson City, NV,...

Charles Bruce Mclaughlin - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Charles Bruce Mclaughlin - Mcnabb Funeral Home

May 19, 2017

Biggers- Charles Bruce McLaughlin, 89, passed away May 19, 2017 at the VA in Little Rock. Charles was born June 10, 1927 in Holland, MO to William Henry and Elvie Riddle McLaughlin. He enjoyed playing guitar, singing, and country music. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lillian Pierce McLaughlin; brothers, Eddie, Leslie, Ray; sisters, Reba and Louise....

James Leon Sparkman Sr. - Gfh

James Leon Sparkman Sr. - Gfh

May 18, 2017

Monette- James Leon Sparkman Sr., 88, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017 at his home. He was born November 16, 1928 in Jonesboro to the late Louis Cleave and Nobie Claire Rutledge Sparkman. James served his country proudly in the United States Navy and retired after twenty years, he served during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a member...

Betty Jeanne Wheatley

Betty Jeanne Wheatley

May 15, 2017

Jonesboro- Betty Jeanne Wheatley, 95, passed away Monday, May 15, 2017 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born December 13, 1921 in Jonesboro. She was the oldest child of Judge Archer Wheatley and Nellie Thaxton Wheatley. Betty Jeanne grew up and lived most of her life in the family home on Madison Street in Jonesboro. She enjoyed telling stories...

Elizabeth "Beth" Ann Hafer -Glbfh

Elizabeth "Beth" Ann Hafer -Glbfh

May 14, 2017

Paragould- Elizabeth "Beth" Ann Hafer, 46, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2017 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born December 12, 1970 in Jonesboro. She was an elementary school teacher for years and loved to read. She will be remembered as a loving daughter. She is preceded in death by her father, Gaylon Hafer and her grandparents. She is survived...

Jimmie Anderson Broadaway - Glbfh

Jimmie Anderson Broadaway - Glbfh

May 13, 2017

Jonesboro- Jimmie Anderson Broadaway, 76, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2017 at St. Bernards Hospital. He was born March 27, 1941 in Jonesboro to the late Paul and Verdis Broadaway. He was self-employed for many years and will be remembered as a loving son, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was also preceded in death by a son, John Broadaway;...

Roy Benjamin Ramsey - Mcnabb Funeral Home

Roy Benjamin Ramsey - Mcnabb Funeral Home

May 13, 2017

Hermiston, Oregon- Roy Benjamin Ramsey, 88, passed away May 13, 2017. Roy was born November 17, 1928 in Springfield, MO to Roy Lee and Hallie Swan Ramsey. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Gee Ramsey; granddaughter, Kathryn; along with brothers and sisters. He is survived by daughters, Dana (Daniel) Bagley, Lisa (Jim) Pierce; 3 grandchildren; 3...

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