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Charles Devan Gossage

Charles Devan Gossage

May 30, 2024

Cash- Charles Devan "Bo" Gossage, 87, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024 at NEA Baptist Hospital.

Devan was born June 24, 1936 in Cash to the late William Alva and Myrtle Dunn Gossage. He was a farmer who also enjoyed gardening and fishing.

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Erlene Brannen Gossage;...

Roger Dean Douglas

Roger Dean Douglas

May 30, 2024

Mr. Roger Dean Douglas of Harrisburg, Arkansas, departed this life on Thursday, May 30, 2014, at his home, at the age of 65.

He was born March 16, 1959, in West Memphis, Arkansas, the son of the late Fred Douglas and Imogene Volner Douglas.

Roger was a 1976 graduate of Harrisburg High School. Following high...

April Denise Kirby

April Denise Kirby

May 29, 2024

Jonesboro- April Denise George Kirby, 50, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

She was born July 26, 1973 in South Bend, IN, the daughter of Kenneth George and Shirley Miller George.

April was a graduate of Delta Vo-Tech with degrees in business and accounting. She was the manager at multiple convenience stores as...

Michael Chad Richardson

Michael Chad Richardson

May 29, 2024

Michael Chad Richardson, age 53, passed away peacefully at Norton Cancer Center in Louisville KY, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Chad was born in Pocahontas, AR and attended Pocahontas High School, class of 1988. He attended Arkansas State University.

Chad is survived by his parents, Mike and Judy Richardson of Pocahontas AR, his...

William Michael Douglas

William Michael Douglas

May 27, 2024

"Michael" Douglas is to be cremated. There will be no services at this time.

William Michael Douglas

William Michael Douglas

May 27, 2024

William Michael Douglas, 62, of Harrisburg gained his wings on Tuesday May 27th, 2024.

He was the son of the late Fred Douglas and Imogene Volner Douglas. He was of the Baptist belief. Michael served in the National Guard. He was a farmer for several years. He drove a truck all over the United States until he...

Willie Charlene Neighbors

Willie Charlene Neighbors

May 27, 2024

Willie Charlene Neighbors, 85, of Pocahontas departed this life on May 27, 2024, at her home.

She was born December 7, 1938, in Fisher Arkansas to the late Willie Pearl and Charles Massey. She was a lifelong and charter member of the Pine Grove Baptist Church. Charlene was a homemaker, Sunday School Teacher, and an avid seamstress...

Sharon Anita Cerda

Sharon Anita Cerda

May 25, 2024

Sharon Anita Cerda, 65, of Walnut Ridge departed this life on Saturday May 25, 2024, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Sharon was born on August 18, 1958, to the late William Curtis Nelson and Avie Mason Nelson in Blytheville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Avie Nelson; son,...

Willard Eric Johnson

Willard Eric Johnson

May 25, 2024

Willard Eric Johnson, 73, of Memphis, TN, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Willard was born December 12, 1950, in Memphis, TN to Harold and Ruby (Gladney) Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Pam Edwards and sister-in-law's, Lavern Jenkins Johnson and Jill Victoria.

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Anna Carol Bruton

Anna Carol Bruton

May 24, 2024

Anna Carol Bruton, 64, of Walnut Ridge passed away Friday May 24, 2024, at St. Bernard Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Anna was born in Randolph County to the late Darrell Bruton and Joann Thompson Bruton on April 9, 1960.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Darrell and Joann Bruton; brothers, James Ray...

Helen Juanita Poe

Helen Juanita Poe

May 24, 2024

Monette- Helen Juanita Poe, 95, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 24, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center.

She was born December 10, 1928 in Leachville to the late Shiral and Hazel Wiser Austin. She was a lifelong member of Rowe's Chapel Baptist Church. She enjoyed the simple joys of life, including cooking and...

John Burks

John Burks

May 21, 2024

John Burks, of Salisbury, Missouri passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

John was born October 22, 1955, in Burley, Idaho, to George Morris Burks and Margaret May Morrison Burks. He attended Salisbury High School. During his senior year, John began working for John and Howard Ratliff and continued for several years, until he became a long haul...

Christopher Gutierrez

Christopher Gutierrez

May 20, 2024

Christopher Gutierrez, beloved baby son of Christopher J. Gutierrez and Lacey Tanner Gutierrez was born into the arms of angels on May 20, 2024, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro weighting 5lbs 14oz and 18in long. Although Christopher was born at 35 weeks, he was very loved by his parents and sisters, Jocelyn Ortiz, Sofia Gutierrez, Savannah...

Billie "Valgena" Luter

Billie "Valgena" Luter

May 18, 2024

Billie "Valgena" Luter, 94, of Batesville, formerly of Reyno passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Batesville.

Valgena was born February 17, 1930, in Clay County, AR to the late E.P. and Vera Pond Clement.  She and her husband were longtime owner/operators of Luter's Grocery in Reyno.  She later worked for Farmers and Merchants Bank and for...

Joyce Ann Morris

Joyce Ann Morris

May 18, 2024

Joyce Ann Morris, 86, of Pocahontas passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Randolph Home.

She was born September 21, 1937 in Ravenden Springs to the late Jed and Birdie Davis Rickman.  She had worked for Brown Shoe Company and was a member of the Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her...

James David Moore

James David Moore

May 18, 2024

James David Moore, 89, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center.

David was born on February 27, 1935, in Jonesboro to the late Glen and Lola Moore. He graduated from Nettleton High School and was a member of Nettleton Baptist Church. He married the love of his life, Helen Elizabeth...

Mary Ann Foster

Mary Ann Foster

May 17, 2024

Jonesboro- Mary Ann Foster, 76, passed Friday, May 17, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center.

She was born July 31, 1947 in Jonesboro to the late Orville and Mary Thelma LaGore Tate. She was a member of the Nettleton Baptist Church. Mrs. Foster was active for several years in the Dental Assistants Association at both local and...

Norma Jane Bridges Border

Norma Jane Bridges Border

May 16, 2024

Jonesboro- Norma "Jane" Border, 75, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024.

Jane was born December 19, 1948 in Jonesboro to the late James Paul and Elsie Robertson Bridges. She graduated in 1966 from Monette High School and stayed in touch with all of her classmates. She was an active member of Walnut Street Baptist Church. She worked...

Joey Smith

Joey Smith

May 15, 2024

Mr. Joseph Manuel Smith of Harrisburg, departed this life on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, with family at his side, at the age of 86.

He was born December 23, 1937 in Harrisburg, the son of the late Robert Lee Smith and Alma Austin Smith.

Joey...

Betty Jean Mcnew

Betty Jean Mcnew

May 14, 2024

Betty Jean McNew, 70, of Pocahontas went to her heavenly home Tuesday, May 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

Betty was born in Lepanto to the late Virgil Brown and Clissie Church Brown on August 7, 1953. She was a factory worker and a housewife.

She loved her family with all her heart. She...

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