Martha Faye Hillis
Jan 14, 2026
Mrs. Faye Hillis of Marked Tree departed this life Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026, at the NEA Baptist hospital in Jonesboro, at the age of 78.
She was born February 6, 1947 in Lawrenceburg, TN, the daughter of the late Jimmy Lee Walter Davis and Mary Susan Kizer Davis.
Faye was a homemaker and a nursing home aide. She was also a...
Billie Raymond Lynxwiler
Jan 13, 2026
Billie Raymond Lynxwiler, 88, of Warm Springs, left this world on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Billie was born in Brakebill, Arkansas, on May 10, 1937, to the late Hubert Homer Lynxwiler and Bessie Mae Feezor Lynxwiler. He was a sawmiller and cattle farmer. Working hard and providing for his family was very important to...
George Clondike Lester
Jan 12, 2026
George Clondike Lester, 64, of Ravenden entered his heavenly home on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home.
George was born in Gary, Indiana to the late George Clifford Lester and Opal Marie Morgan Lester on July 6, 1961. He was a tool and die maker. His greatest time was spent traveling.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and...
Teddy Ray Holland
Jan 12, 2026
Teddy Ray Holland, 75, of Maynard, passed peacefully from this life on January 12, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on May 12, 1950, in Paragould, AR Teddy was the son of the late Herman Holland and Patricia Ann Underwood Holland. A hardworking man throughout his life, Teddy proudly worked as both a farmer and an electrician, trades that reflected...
Michael Wayne Hopp
Jan 12, 2026
Michael Wayne Hopp, 54, of Maynard, Arkansas, departed this life on January 12, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital in Pocahontas.
Michael was born on February 24, 1971, in Belleville, Illinois, to Louis Allen “Tom” Hopp and Frances Looney. An entrepreneur by trade, Michael was known for his independent spirit and determination. He loved to travel and he cherished his...
Deanna Lin Lemm
Jan 9, 2026
Deanna L. Lemm, 41, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Saturday, January 9, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital in Pocahontas.
Deanna was born on April 5, 1984, to Lonnie R. Nipps and Linda Stout Nipps in Tomball, Texas.
Deanna is survived by her husband, Tony Lemm; parents, Lonnie R. and Linda Nipps of Pocahontas; children, Cheyanne Martin of Arizona, Jasmine...
Dr. Dennis Lee Bubrig, II
Jan 8, 2026
Dr. Dennis L. Bubrig, II (Denny), 51, of Hattiesburg, MS passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 after battling stage four gastric adenocarcinoma.
A native of Pocahontas, Arkansas, Denny was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He spent over twenty years in higher education administration which enabled him to live across the United States including in Bowling Green, OH, Birmingham, AL, Austin,...
Donna Kay Wells
Jan 8, 2026
Donna Kay Wells, 82, of Maynard entered her heavenly home on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Bernards Five Rivers Hospital.
Donna was born on December 11, 1943, to the late Clinton Bohannon and Lola Pilkington Bohannon in Marshfield, MO. She was a high school graduate with some college. She was a CNA home health aide. Former member of Gethsemane Baptist...
Cora Etta Calhoun
Jan 7, 2026
Cora Etta Calhoun, 92, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at her home.
Cora was born on January 2, 1934, in Walnut Ridge to the late Joe and Francis Mae Hufstedler. Cora was a lifelong Christian and lived for serving God and her family. She attended First Assembly of God church in Pocahontas.
She was preceded in death...
Helen Frances Wilson
Jan 6, 2026
Helen Frances Wilson, age 92, passed peacefully on Tuesday, January 6th in Jonesboro, Arkansas, surrounded by her two daughters.
She was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Steven and Mary Srsha, originally from Croatia. Helen was a loving mother who devoted her life to caring for her daughter Paula, who has cerebral palsy. She was a survivor and a pillar of strength...
Franklin Tribble
Jan 5, 2026
Franklin Tribble, 82, of Pocahontas, entered his heavenly home peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, at his residence.
Franklin was born on October 28, 1943, in Hickory Ridge to the late Clarence and Bertha Jackson Tribble. He was a high school graduate and a lifelong brick mason, owning and operating his own company for more than 60 years. During the 1970s,...
Betty Jo Hufstedler
Jan 5, 2026
Betty Jo Hufstedler, 89, of Pocahontas passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 at Five Rivers Hospital in Pocahontas surrounded by her loving family.
Betty was born December 28, 1936 in Pocahontas to the late Andrew and Grace Blackwell. Betty married Dale Hufstedler in 1959 at the old Waddle Store.
Betty and Dale raised their family in the Noland community and attended Noland...
Loel Marie Collier
Jan 5, 2026
Loel Marie Collier, 83, of Jonesboro, entered her heavenly home peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, at St. Bernard’s Regional Medical Center.
Loel was born September 2, 1942, in Pollard, AR, to the late George and Era Mae Crews Kemper. She was a high school graduate who completed college and earned a degree as a licensed practical nurse. She was very...
Louis Monroe Francis Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Louis Monroe Francis Jr., 45, of Maynard, passed away on January 2, 2026, at his home in Maynard.
Louis was born on January 22, 1980, in Princeton, Illinois, to Louis Monroe Francis Sr. and Frances Mounts Francis. He was employed as a cook at McDonald’s. In his free time, Louis enjoyed video gaming and playing paintball.
He was preceded in death by...
Patricia Dianne "Pat" Morrow
Dec 30, 2025
Our precious loved one, Patricia Dianne Morrow, was born into eternal life on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was 72 years young.
Pat was born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri on January 1, 1953. She knew from early on she wanted to become a teacher. Teaching was her passion and...
Betty Louise Pulford
Dec 25, 2025
Betty Louise Pulford, 77, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at St. Bernard's Medical Center. She was born on May 1, 1948 in Jonesboro to Ross and Clara Pressly.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 55 years, Don; and brother, Larry Pressly. She is survived by her brother, Bob Pressly and wife, Debbie;...
Mildred Laverne George
Dec 25, 2025
Mrs. Mildred Laverne George of Harrisburg departed this life on December 25, 2025, at her home at the age of 86. She was born November 11, 1939 in Taft, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Arthur Stephens and Ruby Stephens. Following High School, Mildred worked for many years at American Greetings in Harrisburg, where she later retired. In addition to...
Robin Leon Varnell
Dec 24, 2025
Robin Leon Varnell, 63, of Kennett, MO passed away at St. Bernard’s Medical Center on December 24, 2025.
Born on April 28, 1962 in Des Arc, Arkansas, Robin was the son of the late Frank Sr. and Mary E. (Vaughn) Varnell. A former farmer, Robin spent many years dedicated to the land and hard work. More than anything, he loved his...
Mitchell Creg Blackwell
Dec 24, 2025
Mitchell “Creg” Blackwell of Biggers, AR, departed this earthly life on December 24, 2025, at home surrounded by his loved ones.
Creg worked as a carpenter and a plumber in his life. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Canyon, Kinlee, and Cruz. He also enjoyed being outdoors; he loved hunting and fishing.
Creg is preceded in death by his wife, Michelle...
Tony Derek Simington
Dec 20, 2025
Tony Derek Simington, 35, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, left this world on December 20, 2025, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of those who held him closest. He was born on January 5th, 1990, in Jonesboro, AR, to Steven Simington and Christine Smart.
Tony lived his life with a big heart and a curious mind. If something had...
