Obituaries

Feb 8, 2025

Trumann-Alfred Daniel Metheny, 80, passed from this life on February 8, 2025, at his home.

He was born on June 21, 1944, in Paragould to the late Alfred and Govia Morrow Metheny. He honorably served in the United States Air Force when he was seventeen years old and proudly served in Germany as a Firefighter during the...

Feb 7, 2025

James William Lindner, 70, of Pocahontas was found deceased at his home on Friday, February 7, 2025.

He was born August 4, 1954 in Pocahontas to the late Herman Max and Anna Marie Bergman Lindner.  He was retired from TRW Cinch and Price Chopper, and a member of St. Paul Catholic Church.

James was preceded...

Feb 6, 2025

Mr. Charles Adam Buckley, of Harrisburg departed this life on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at the age of 41.

He was born February 19, 1983 in Jonesboro, AR, the son of the late James Edward Buckley and Carolyn Ann Coleman Buckley.

After high school, Charles completed a 5 year study at Electrical School through IBEW...

Feb 5, 2025

Marsha Lynn Burris, 55, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

Marsha was born on October 28, 1969, in Pocahontas, to Max Earl Seamans and Norma Keel Baltz. Her compassionate spirit, immense heart, and unwavering love for her family made her a cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Known for her selflessness, Marsha would...

Feb 4, 2025

Randy Dean Ellington, 62, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Lawrence Hall in Walnut Ridge, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on September 6, 1962, in Peoria, Illinois, Randy was the son of the late Charles Howard Ellington and Saluda Issis (Whitworth) Ellington. His journey through life was marked by his loving...

Feb 4, 2025

Mary Katherine Shawver Bradley, 94, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 26, 1930, in Lynn, Arkansas, to the late Arthur "Polly" Shawver and Lois Shawver.

On August 3, 1957, she married the love of her life, Jimmy Rogers Bradley, and together they...

Feb 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that I share the passing of my beloved mother, Brenda Jane Stevens, who left us on February 3rd, 2025 at 80 years old to be with her lord and savior. She was a woman of passion, humor, and kindness.

Brenda was born to Walter Luther Cook Jr. and Essie Warine Cook on...

Feb 2, 2025

Tonya R. Guthrie, 65, of Batesville departed this life on February 2, 2025, at Imboden surrounded by her loved ones.

Tonya was born on May 19, 1959, to Bobby Lewis and Shirley Rood Lewis in Barstow, CA. Tonya graduated from Sloan Hendrix High School in 1977 and obtained her Bachelor of Business from ASU. She was Director...

Feb 1, 2025

Jeffrey Wayne Hurn passed away on February 1, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. Jeff was born on March 21, 1956, to Nathaniel and Mary (Johnson) Hurn.

Jeff was preceded in death by his wife Paula (Hendrix) Hurn; parents, Nathanial and Mary (Johnson) Hurn; siblings, Stan Needham, Charles Hurn, Eddie Hurn, Shirley Hill and Jean Hill.

He...

Feb 1, 2025

Gena N. Farrin, 65, of Pocahontas, entered her heavenly home on Saturday, February 1, 2025, in Pocahontas.

Gena was born on February 28, 1959, in O'Fallon, Missouri, to the late Frank and Rosemary Nickell. She dedicated 28 years of her life working for Pocahontas Public School, where she was known not only for her professionalism but also...

Jan 31, 2025

Billy Joe Roberts, 79, of Pocahontas passed away Friday, January 31, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family and friends.

Billy was born June 23, 1945 in Brownsville, AL to the late Ivey and Jenny Guy Roberts.  He served for 22 years in the United States Navy where he served three tours of duty in Vietnam.  ...

Jan 31, 2025

Connie Starr Holland, 88, of Pocahontas departed this world on Friday, January 31, 2025.

She was born August 29, 1936 in Muscatine, IA to the late Elmo and Pauline Hall Starr.  Connie loved music and singing for the Lord.  She was a member of Pocahontas First Freewill Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by...

Jan 30, 2025

Janie Qualls, 83, of Lake City, passed away January 30, 2025, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. She was born in Caraway to the late Paul and Opal Earnhart.

She was a woman of strong faith, a prayer warrior, and a spiritual mentor to many within her family, church, and Celebrate Recovery. Her greatest...

Jan 30, 2025

Marjorie Austin Glidewell, 88, went to be with the Lord Thursday January 30, 2025, at Monette Manor Nursing Home.

She was born on March 18th 1936, in Manila to the late Charles and Sallie Gray. Earlier in life she enjoyed gardening, sewing, and spending time with her family. She was loved dearly by family and friends and...

Jan 29, 2025

Dr. Grant Killion, an 86-year-old resident of Pocahontas, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at home after a week-long stay at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center. He was a lifelong educator, teacher, school administrator, and preacher who loved collecting watches, pens, and pocket knives. He also loved American literature and teaching students to love it, too.

Dr....

Jan 29, 2025

Audrey Faye McKuin (nee Mars), 86 years old, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born June 5, 1938 in Lansing, Michigan to Delno and Gracie Mars. She was one of eleven children.

Audrey was a loving mother and dear friend with a heart of gold.  She enjoyed cooking, traveling, crocheting, spending...

Jan 28, 2025

Jonesboro-Loretta Jean Wright 91, passed away on January 28, 2025, at her residence.

She was born on April 1, 1933, in Marmaduke to the late Johnie and Grace Davis Ogles. She was a homemaker and caregiver, always taking care of her family. She loved being with her family. Loretta had a garden where she grew strawberries. She...

Jan 27, 2025

Glen Joe Badgett, 75, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Flo and Phil Hospice House, surrounded by his family.

Glen was born on July 23, 1949, in Supply, Arkansas, to Herbert Badgett and Tina Crossen Badgett. Throughout his life, Glen enjoyed hunting, fishing, and especially spending time with his family. But above...

Jan 26, 2025

Jonesboro-Ruby Sue Lammers 72, passed away on January 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on January 13, 1953, in Caraway to the late Raymond and Ruby Andrews Randel. Ruby was of the Church of Christ belief. She was a homemaker and raised her children and grandchildren for the last twenty-five years.

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Jan 25, 2025

Alvin Eugene Riney, 84, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed peacefully into his heavenly home on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Born on January 9, 1941, to the late Leo Riney and Lena Doris Brown Riney in Randolph County, Alvin was a man of deep faith, a devoted family member, and...