Obituaries

Oct 11, 2025

Rev. James Cleston Walker

The Rev. James Cleston Walker, a devoted servant of God and his community for over five decades, peacefully passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on April 2, 1937, Rev. Walker's long and distinguished life was characterized by his unwavering faith, profound wisdom, and the tireless dedication...

Oct 10, 2025

Harrisburg- Robert Eugene Rieathbaum, 70 passed from this life on October 10, 2025, after battling aggressive brain cancer, noted four months ago. All glory to God, Robert gave his heart to Jesus in a moment of tender prayer while in the hospital.

He is survived by his daughter Jennifer, mother of his two granddaughters and two grandsons...

Oct 10, 2025

Alvin Glynn "Al" Cook, aged 73, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025, at his home.

He was born February 4, 1952, in Winnsboro, Louisiana to the late Harvey and Pearlie Elizabeth Holley Cook. He was also preceded in death by his twin brother, Aubry Lynn Cook.

Al loved to dance and was known by many...

Oct 9, 2025

Jonesboro - William Gary Johnson, 80, passed away Thursday October 9, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.

Gary was born on January 17, 1945 in Jonesboro to the late William Aden Johnson, Jr and Minnie Shultz Johnson.  He owned his own trucking company for many years, enjoyed nature, loved the outdoors, gardening, and keeping his...

Oct 9, 2025

 Jean Langford September 1, 1948 – October 9, 2025; 77 Years Old 

Jean Langford, 77, of Huntsville, Alabama, (formerly of Little Rock and Jonesboro, Arkansas), passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, in Huntsville, Alabama, surrounded by family.

Born and raised in Jonesboro, Jean was the daughter of the late Lloyd Love Langford, Sr and Janiece Jernigan Langford. She was a lifelong...

Oct 8, 2025

Robert John Snyder, 58, of Walnut Ridge passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his home.

He was born February 5, 1967 in St. Charles, IL to the late Robert G. and Sherrye A. Moore Snyder.  Robert was a veteran of the National Guard, enjoyed computers, music, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and was an avid Coca-Cola collector....

Oct 5, 2025

Caraway- Mrs. Alice Novella Walker, 100, passed from this life on October 5, 2025 at the Monette Manor nursing home. Mrs. Walker was born the daughter of Lidge and Martha Stevens McGinnis on April 5, 1925 in Sylamore. She married James Andrew Walker at the age of 18 and they made their home in Caraway. She worked for many...

Oct 3, 2025

Marvin "Red" Oaks, 83, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away on October 3, 2025. He was born on January 9, 1942, in Imboden, Arkansas, to Marvin H. and Lucille Oaks. One of five children, Red was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, one brother, and ex-wife Jean Oaks.

After many attempts at retirement, Red officially concluded...

Oct 2, 2025

Debbie Jean Long, 65, of Cabot passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Baptist Medical Center in North Little Rock.

She was born December 19, 1959 in Pocahontas to Daryll Woodrow and Gloria Jean Wells Harris.  On December 22, 1978 she was married to Barry Carlton Long.  Debbie was a homemaker, enjoyed painting, reading, playing video games,...

Sep 30, 2025

Helen Bland, 98, of Lunsford, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on September 30, 2025. She was born on May 9, 1927, in the small community of Herman, Arkansas, near Bay, and lived nearly her entire life in Lunsford.

Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband, J.C. Bland of Lunsford; her parents, John Hezekiah...

Sep 30, 2025

Kenneth Gambill, 87, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 30, 2025. Born March 5, 1938, to John Milton and Cora Maude Booher Gambill, he was the last son of ten siblings. A graduate of Greene County Tech, Kenneth moved to Michigan, where he met the love of his life, Roberta "Bunny" Miller. They married on Nov. 23,...

Sep 28, 2025

Robert Henry "Bob" Rainwater, age 90, of Walnut Ridge passed away after a brief illness on September 28, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. Born on February 21, 1935, in Walnut Ridge, he was the son of Henry and Marguerite Cooper Rainwater.

He graduated from Walnut Ridge High School in 1952, and that same year...

Sep 25, 2025

Max Herman Baltz, 86, of Pocahontas, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love and comfort of his loving children and loving wife of 65 years, Margie.

Born on August 13, 1939, in Pocahontas, Max was the cherished son of Bartha and Rosa Weisenbach Baltz. After graduation, Max married...

Sep 24, 2025

Jonesboro- Vallia Juanita Wheeler, 79, passed away on September 24, 2025. Born in Senath, MO, on September 10, 1946, she was the daughter of  the late Lyman Ellis and Christina Marie Kelley Crites.

Juanita was a woman of deep faith and quiet strength. She found joy in the simple things—crossword puzzles both on her iPad and in...

Sep 24, 2025

Jimmie Sue Spencer passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at the age of 63. Born to James and Ester Spencer on March 1, 1962, Jimmie Sue lived a life marked by dedication and love.

She spent many years working with Frito Lay, her dependable nature and dedication gained her respect of both coworkers and peers. But...

Sep 23, 2025

Andrew Houston "Ricky" Richardson, 78, of Bartlett, TN, departed this life on September 23, 2025, in St. Francis Hospital, Bartlett, TN.

He was born on June 17, 1947, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, to the late Houston H. "Dick" Richardson and Lois Tyler Richardson. He proudly served our country in the United States Army.

Houston "Ricky"...

Sep 23, 2025

Phillip Eugene Jones, 67, of Pocahontas, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Phillip was born on November 27, 1957, in Missouri to Doyle Lavell Jones and Dorothy (Hill) Jones. He was a man of quiet strength, deep loyalty, and steady kindness. Phillip worked hard throughout his life and...

Sep 22, 2025

Tony Lee Saylors, 57, of Milton, FL formerly of Pocahontas, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at his home.

He was born January 14, 1968 in Pocahontas to the late Everette Lee Saylors and Patricia Ann Smith Morgan.  Tony retired after 22 years as police officer with Pocahontas Police Department, Randolph County Sheriff's Office, and Lieutenant over...

Sep 22, 2025

Albert Louis Baltz, 82, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on November 30, 1942, in Pocahontas to Dr. Matt and Mary Louise Baltz, Albert was the sixth of eight children. He grew up in a family rooted in faith, service,...

Sep 22, 2025

Carolyn "Sue" Sullinger, 80, of Maynard, departed this life on September 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Sue was born in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, to the late Oscar and Ora Gentry on December 11, 1944. Sue married the love of her life, Lorn Sullinger, on August 11, 1960.  She retired from TRW Cinch and was a...