Dennis Earl Lewis
Jun 3, 2026
Mr. Dennis Earl Lewis of Harrisburg, formerly of Jonesboro, departed this life on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, at the age of 71.
He was born May 15, 1955, in Memphis, TN, the son of the late Roy Avron Lewis and Bobbie Jean Hall Lewis.
Dennis was raised in West Memphis and graduated...
Luther Haywood McMillen Jr.
Jun 2, 2026
Luther Haywood McMillen, Jr. 89 of Biggers, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Corning Therapy and Living Center.
He was born September 28, 1936, in Biggers to the late Luther and Georgia Ramsey McMillen. At age 17, Luther joined the United States Navy where he served for 4 years including two cruises in the Far East on the USS Philippine...
Peggy Sue Cleghorn
May 28, 2026
Peggy Sue Cleghorn, lovingly known as Peggy to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, May 28, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m. She was 86 years old.
Peggy was born on February 12, 1940, in Black Oak, Arkansas. She lived a life centered around faith, family, hard work, and unconditional love for those closest to her. Her gentle...
Wayne Daniel
May 27, 2026
Wayne Daniel, better known as Doodle or Uncle Dude, 89 of Jonesboro, AR passed away on May 27, 2026 at The Springs of Jonesboro. He was born on July 25, 1936 “up on Big Creek” between Cash and Jonesboro to Roy C. and Ruth M. (Waters) Daniels. Doodle was of the Pentecostal faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Gerald "Hoss" Ronald Simkins
May 27, 2026
Gerald “Hoss” Ronald Simkins, 73, of Black Rock departed this life on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at his home.
Hoss was born on February 13, 1953, to the late Gerald G. Simkins and Naomi Story Simkins in Dayton, Ohio. He was a loving father and grandfather. He was very involved in his grandchildren’s lives especially with their activities and sports.
He was...
Tara Kay Harrell
May 26, 2026
Tara Kay Harrell, born April 17, 1989, in Jonesboro, AR was welcomed into the arms of Jesus at her home in Bono on May 26, 2026. We can only imagine the joy she felt as He carried her home beneath Heaven’s endless Christmas lights and glowing trees — a place surely filled with laughter, peace, and all the wonder Tara...
Lela Faye Whittingham
May 26, 2026
Mrs. Lela Faye Whittingham of Harrisburg departed this life on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro, at the age of 93.
She was born March 27, 1933, in Balch, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Roy Guthrie and Alta Sutherland Guthrie.
Lela Faye was part of a farming family her entire life. She told stories of...
Fletcher Lee Miller
May 25, 2026
Fletcher Lee Miller, newborn son of Justin and Andrea Miller of Pocahontas, passed from this life on Monday, May 25, 2026 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro.
Although Fletcher’s life was brief, it was filled with love from his parents, Justin and Andrea; his grandparents, Wanda Kaye Stuntz, Tony (Toni) Stuntz, and Alice Miller; great grandparents, Paul Stuntz and Linda...
Willey Albert Saienni
May 24, 2026
Willey Albert Saienni, 90, of Warm Springs, departed this life on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones.
Willey was born on December 17, 1935, in Wilmington, Delaware, to Alberio and Maddaline Saienni. He attended college and earned a trade certificate before beginning a career as a skilled tile and marble tradesman. Willey also proudly served for...
Mary Louise Glass
May 24, 2026
Mary Varga Glass, 84, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, while peacefully sleeping at her residence in the Cottages at Walnut Ridge.
She was born to Frank and Elva McFarlin Varga in St. Louis, MO. on September 11, 1941.
She married Bob Glass, Sr., on January 21, 1958, in Memphis, TN. After marriage the couple lived in St. Louis, MO. until moving...
Nola Petty
May 22, 2026
Nola Petty, 88, of Paragould, passed away on May 22, 2026. She was born on May 30, 1937, in Fairy, Oklahoma, to the late Ed Reed and Naomi Probst Scovel. Nola lived a life marked by kindness, connection, and a deep devotion to the people she loved.
For more than 40 years she ran an in-home daycare where she provided care...
Bobby Joe Brooks
May 22, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and great love that we announce the passing of a devoted husband, father, pepaw, veteran, and friend whose life was defined by faith, family, patriotism, and the great outdoors. Bobby Joe Brooks passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by the people he loved most, leaving behind a legacy of strength, honor, and...
Gayle Maria Costner
May 22, 2026
Gayle Maria Costner of Jonesboro, formerly of Harrisburg, departed this life on Friday, May 22, 2026, at her home, at the age of 70.
She was born August 9, 1955, in Jonesboro, the daughter of Sam Costner and Barbara Coons Costner.
Gayle was a 1973 graduate of Harrisburg High School where she loved being a Hornet Cheerleader. She was also named Miss...
Mildred Virginia Weston
May 17, 2026
Mildred Virginia Oden Weston, 101, of Jonesboro, went to her heavenly reward on May 17, 2026. She was born June 14, 1924, in Lake City to Vernon and Gertha Oden. Mildred lived a long, faith‑filled life and was a devoted member of Shiloh Church for many years.
She married the love of her life, Boyce Weston, and together they built a...
Peggy Pauline High
May 13, 2026
Peggy Pauline High, 72, of Pocahontas entered her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at her home surrounded by the love of her family.
Peggy was born on March 22, 1954, in Pocahontas to the late Estes and Fern Woodard. She was a proud high school graduate who dedicated many years of caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant....
Sandra Kay Oaks
May 12, 2026
Sandra Kay Oaks, 60, of Pocahontas entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Sandra was born in Pocahontas on November 30, 1965, to the late Bill and Drucilla Oaks. She had a vibrant personality and never met a stranger. Sandra loved wrestling, watching her favorite tv show Ridiculousness, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, crafts, socializing with others...
Allen Nathaniel Smith, Jr.
May 10, 2026
Mr. Allen Nathaniel Smith, Jr. of Harrisburg, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the St. Bernard’s Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas, at the age of 81.
He was born December 20, 1942, in Savannah, Georgia, the son of the late Allen Nathaniel Smith, Sr. and Lucy Price Smith.
Allen graduated high school in Savannah, GA and joined...
Marvin Arthur Fry
May 8, 2026
Marvin Arthur Fry, 76, passed peacefully from this life at his home in Lake City on Friday, May 8, 2026 with his family holding his hands. Marvin was born in Black Oak on November 11, 1949 to Jesse and Vergie Fry.
Marvin graduated from Monette High School in 1967. After proudly serving his country in the U.S. Army and returning from...
Nellie Mae Lyle
May 7, 2026
Birtha Nellie Mae (Dean) Lyle, “Nel Mae, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at her home at the age of 88.
Born on August 4, 1937, in Pocahontas, Arkansas to Zaniel Franklin Dean and Martha Artie (Burgess) Dean. Nellie grew up in the rural Pocahontas area before moving to Bloomington, Illinois, where she met the love of...
John Robert Taylor
May 6, 2026
Mr. John Robert Taylor, Sr. of Advance, MO, formerly of Harrisburg, departed this life Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Advance Assisted Living in Advance, Mo, at the age of 89.
He was born September 24, 1936 in Hickory Ridge, AR, the son of the late Robert and Alma Caudle Taylor.
John retired in 1975 from the U.S. Army, where he achieved a...
