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Maudie Helen Campbell
May 29, 2025
Maudie Helen Campbell, 90, of Paragould went to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Greene Acres Nursing Home in Paragould.
Helen was born on January 1, 1935, in Randolph County to the late Fred Cross and Mabel Gladys Weitkamp.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Jesse Lee...
George Raymond Gambill
May 28, 2025
Jonesboro- George "Pete" Raymond Gambill went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025 at the age of 78, He was born to Alwin Glenn and Lela Jane Gambill on December 2, 1946. He graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1965 where he played football and ran track.
He married Shirley Jean Waln on March 11,...
Rosetta Jean Thompson
May 27, 2025
Rosetta Jean Thompson, age 69, of Delaplaine, passed away on May 27, 2025, at St. Bernards in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on May 24, 1956, to Floyd Haney and Francis Cox Haney. Her most treasured moments were spent with her loving family, she was a devoted mother and grandmother
Rosetta is lovingly remembered by her children:...
Bobby Howard Banks
May 27, 2025
Brookland, Bobby Howard Banks, 85, passed away on May 27, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 30, 1939, in Bay, to the late Lena and Sylivia Abbie Kimberland Banks.
Bobby was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent  seven years serving in the Arkansas Army National Guard, then went on...
Janet Newberry Nolan
May 25, 2025
Janet Newberry Nolan of Harrisburg, departed this life on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at her home, at the age of 72.
She was born January 6, 1953 in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Noel R. Newberry and Dora Alene Dement Newberry.
After high school, Janet worked at various places. Â She worked for the Rural...
Mary June King
May 25, 2025
Mary June King, 92, of Pocahontas departed this life on May 25, 2025.
Mary was born on April 10, 1933, to the late Lee Murray and Janis Smith Murray in Dalton, Arkansas. Â She married Clifton Lee King on August 6, 1950, and to their union 3 children were born; Donald, Kathryn and Danita.
She was...
Nadine Turner
May 21, 2025
M. Nadine Turner, Born October 13, 1936, and Died May 21, 2025, of Bonner Springs, KS, she passed away at Twin Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lansing, KS.
Nadine was a beloved mother to 5 girls, Penny Shumaker (Jack), Carla Owens, Carol Ladd (deceased) Paula Ruby, and Amanda Mies who will never forget the love she...
Nancy "Elaine" Waites
May 20, 2025
Nancy "Elaine" Waites, 86, of Centerton, previously of Pocahontas, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Bradford House Nursing and Rehab in Bentonville.
Elaine was born December 4, 1938 in Paris, AR to the late Benjamin and Oral Mae Johnson Smith. Â She worked in quality control at ESNA, was involved in Toastmasters International, and was an amazing...
Susan Viola Bounds
May 20, 2025
Susan Viola Bounds, 77, of Ravenden Springs, departed this life on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
Susan was born on September 13, 1947, in Poplar Bluff to the late Boyd Burton and Maxine Burton Johnson (Carl). She was a member of the First Assembly Church of God. She was a loving...
Lonnie Gene Cooksey
May 20, 2025
Lake City- Lonnie Gene Cooksey, 72, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025. He was born April 15, 1953 in Jonesboro to Floyd and Mary Cooksey.
He was a farmer and mechanic throughout his life. Gene loved to hunt and fish with all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He leaves behind his wife, Diane Cooksey, of the...
Peggy Ann Haynes
May 19, 2025
Peggy Ann Haynes, 77, of Pocahontas passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Peggy was born December 30, 1947 in North Carolina to the late Mack Clinton and Annie Mae Jordan Bond.
She was preceded in death by her parents Mack and Annie Mae Bond; daughter, Anita Diane Haynes;...
Emilia "Emmy" V. Lambert
May 19, 2025
Emilia V. "Emmy" Lambert, 80, of Pocahontas passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro.
She was born June 15, 1944 in Ibaquẻ, Colombia to the late Agustin Vảron and Emma Gutierrez.  Emmy was very active in her community, she volunteered for numerous civic organizations including serving as a Pink Lady at...
Jewel D Bishop
May 18, 2025
Jewel D. Bishop of Memphis, TN passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the age of 92. Daughter of Joe and Ola Murray Hall on May 14, 1933, in Pocahontas.
She was a housewife and a proud loving and devoted mother of eight boys and one girl. Â She loved the Lord with all her heart.
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Eddie Jewel Smith
May 18, 2025
Eddie Jewel Smith, 77, of Pocahontas departed this life on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Eddie was born on March 24, 1948, in McCrory, Arkansas, to the late Tommy Smith and Ruby Skinner Smith. After graduating from high school, Eddie enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for...
Freda Martin
May 17, 2025
Freda Martin, 84, passed away Saturday May 17, 2025 at St. Bernard's Hospice Care.
She was born July 12, 1941 to the late Lacy and Virgie Dillin. She was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ. Freda was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.
She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking,...
Judith Hendrix
May 16, 2025
Bono- Judith Ann Hendrix, 78, passed away on Friday May 16, 2025, at her home. She was born on May 3, 1947 to the late Raymond Charles and Lorena Wilson Pyle in Jonesboro, AR.
Judith lived a life filled with love, adventure, and generosity. She found joy in line dancing, camping, hunting, and fishing, always embracing the...
Ray Coleman Snodgrass
May 15, 2025
Ray Coleman Snodgrass, 95, of Pocahontas passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis.
Ray was born May 15, 1930 in Pocahontas to the late Joseph William and Nola Anther Coleman Snodgrass. Â Ray proudly served in the United States Air Force where he played semi-pro basketball. Â He operated an electronics business in...
Ginger Janice Pierce
May 15, 2025
Mrs. Ginger J. Pierce of Harrisburg, departed this life Thursday night, May 15, 2025, at the Woodbriar Nursing Home in Harrisburg, at the age of 83.
She was born February 28, 1942, in Greenfield, AR, the daughter of the late Louie Rodgers and Beatrice Thomas Rodgers.
Ginger married James Pierce October 31, 1960 and they...
Pamela Ann Fair
May 15, 2025
Pamela Ann Fair, 69, of Pocahontas passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025 at St. Bernard's Five Rivers Medical Center.
She was born on April 30, 1956 in Pocahontas, AR to Junior and Peggy Rickman Smith. Â Pam was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to all who knew her. Â She was a 1974 graduate of Pocahontas...
Jenetta Faye Smith
May 13, 2025
Jenetta Faye Smith, 82, of Pocahontas, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Jenetta was born on October 24, 1942, in Corning, Arkansas, to the late Alfred Larry Head and Juanita Shipley Head. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a beacon of unwavering faith, Jenetta lived a life rooted in service and...
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