Obituaries

Jan 16, 2024

Jonesboro- Dr. Robert L. "Bob" Ferralasco passed away on January 16, 2024 at NEA Baptist Hospital at the age of 98. He was born October 19, 1925 in Haskell, New Jersey, to Anthony P. and Alice Morando Ferralasco.

He was also preceded in death by his first wife of 46 years, Gloria Haynie Ferralasco and his sister,...

Jan 16, 2024

William Frank Miller Jr, age 81, passed away January 16, 2024. Bill is preceded in death by his brother Virgil and his parents Frank and Theresa.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Margaret Miller, his two children Amy Hanks (Chris) and William F Miller III (Kelly), and his three grandchildren Brian, Catherine, and...

Jan 15, 2024

It is with heavy, yet celebratory, hearts that we announce the passing of Ms. Dolores Jeannine Virgin, age 93. Surrounded by loved ones, Jeannine entered into rest on January 15th, 2024.

She was born in Paul's Switch, Arkansas on January 6, 1931. Jeannine was blessed with many talents. She was a self-trained artist, pianist, seamstress, and gardener...

Jan 14, 2024

Billy Joe "Bill" Skimahorn, Sr, 76, of Imboden passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024 at his home.

He was born April 2, 1947 in Walnut Ridge to the late Louie Tom and Vicy Collins.  Bill worked as a welder and a car dealer.

He was preceded in death by his parents Louie and Vicy Skimahorn;...

Jan 14, 2024

Randell E. Huskey, 59, of rural Ripley County, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024 at his home.

He was born March 20, 1964 in Walnut Ridge to the late Robert Barker "R.B." Huskey Sr and Joyce Billie Smith Huskey.  He worked as a chief engineer on the riverboats and was of the Baptist belief.

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Jan 13, 2024

Jackie "Jack" William Thatch, 70, of Pocahontas departed this life on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Saint Bernard Regional Medical Center.  Jack was born July 7, 1953, to the late John William Thatch and Mattie Kildow Thatch in Biggers, AR.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, John William and Mattie Thatch; siblings, Jimmy, Gary and...

Jan 11, 2024

Augusta- Elfie Elaine Wilson Maynard, 72, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at her home.

She was born May 1, 1951 in Pocahontas to the late Richard and Notra Mae Hamilton Wilson. Mrs. Maynard taught English and retired from Augusta Public Schools. She enjoyed reading, flowers, movies and watching TV. She was a member of the First...

Jan 11, 2024

Cameron "Cam" Ray Baldridge, 77, of Bono, departed this life on January 11, 2024, at his home with his devoted and loving wife by his side.

Cam was born September 9, 1946, to the late Daniel "Dan" Jasper and Mary "Luvena" Dalton Baldridge in Lake City. He was a member of Bono Church of Christ serving as...

Jan 10, 2024

Darrell Rickey Walker, 86, of Pocahontas joined His Lord on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by family.

Darrell was born March 11, 1937, to the late Rev. Lonnie Walker and Dora Rickey Walker in Okean, AR.  Darrell owned and operated Walker's Catfish and Seafood where he was known as "Hot Fish". He also served...

Jan 9, 2024

Mary Edna Tuten 86, of Harrisburg, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, January 9th, 2024 .

She was born March 23, 1937 in Savannah Georgia. The daughter of Allen M. Smith and Lucy Price Smith.

Mary was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jan 9, 2024

Jonesboro - Gary Ronald James, 90, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.

Gary was born August 7, 1933 in Kennett MO, to the late Jesse Ransom and Lona Mae Reagan James. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. After graduating from New Mexico State University, Gary's first...

Jan 9, 2024

Paragould- Charley Paul Prater, 88, passed on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at his farm doing what he loved.

He was born February 5, 1935 in Egypt to the late William Jackson and Stella Bridges Prater. Charley graduated from Egypt High School in 1953 and served in the United States Navy during the Korean War from 1953 until...

Jan 7, 2024

Ruby Maxine Powers, 93, of Walnut Ridge went to be with the Lord on January 7, 2024, at Randolph County Nursing Home in Pocahontas.

Maxine was born on April 12, 1930, in Knobel, Arkansas, to the late George Washington and Lula Mae (Songer) Hefner. She was united in marriage to William Andrew "Andy" Powers on July 7,...

Jan 7, 2024

Jonesboro- Edna Fay Thomas, 84, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024 at St. Bernard Medical Center.

She was born July 19, 1939 in Bunny near Caraway to the late Ezra and Dolly Crum Rutledge.  Mrs. Thomas graduated Bay High School in 1957 and loved sports especially basketball where she was a star player. She also attended Arkansas...

Jan 5, 2024

Jonesboro- Joy Lee Hoggard, 86, went home to our Lord on January 5, 2024 at Prairie Mission in St. Paul, Kansas. She was born in Swifton on February 20, 1937 to the late Chester and Velma Swink Hoggard.

Joy graduated from Caraway High School in 1955, after which she moved to Washington, D.C. where she worked as...

Jan 5, 2024

Rickie C. Hutson, 68, of Pocahontas, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at home.

Rickie was born September 6, 1955 in Rockford, IL to Roy and Peggy (Johnson) Hutson.  He was a veteran of the Army and worked at Orkin Pest Control.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy Hutson, Arlan Ring and...

Jan 3, 2024

Laura (Virgin) Logsdon, 62, of Pocahontas, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Laura was born to the late Milburn and Edna Clark Virgin on October 2, 1961, in Pocahontas, AR. Laura was very proud of being a college graduate and a homeowner. Laura battled cancer for over four years but never lost her...

Jan 1, 2024

Jonesboro- Doyle Dean Morgan, 85, formerly of Harrisburg, entered into eternal rest New Year's Day 2024 after a lifetime of dedicated hard work to support his family and serving his country honorably in the United States Army.

Born on St. Patrick's Day 1938. Doyle was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Beulah Morgan; brothers, Don...

Dec 31, 2023

James Louis "Jim" Inness, 84, of Ravenden Springs passed away December 31, 2023 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Jim was born March 25, 1939 in the Elevenpoint community to the late Hubert and Mayme Lorell Jackson.  Jim was very active in church and community activities.  He served as a Paragould City Alderman for 20 years;...

Dec 30, 2023

Michael Earl Morse, 71, departed this life on December 30, 2023, at Randolph Home in Pocahontas, Arkansas. He was born on March 16, 1952, to the late Donald and Mary Frazier in Culusa, California.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Mary (Frazier) Rupert; son, John Michael Morse; daughter, Yvonne Eason; daughter-in-law, Sherry Morse;...