Obituaries

Jun 3, 2025

Peggy Smith, age 90, of Pocahontas, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at Harrison County Hospital in Corydon, Indiana after an unexpected illness.

She was born on September 09, 1934, in Water Valley, Arkansas, to the late Jed Rickman and Birdie Mae Davis Rickman. Peggy married Junior Smith on February 19, 1953, and together they raised...

Jun 3, 2025

Mr. Butch Lemke of Hot Springs, AR, departed this life on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in Heth, AR, at the age of 55.

He was born on January 18, 1970, in West Memphis, AR, the son of Roy Lester Lemke and Martha Diane Luker Lemke.

Butch spent most of his life working hard and helping...

Jun 3, 2025

Minnie Lee Beasley, 90, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at home.  She was born on April 21, 1935 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to the late Clarence Raymond (C.R.) and Birdie Mae Dalton-Standefer.  Minnie retired several times after working in offices of several local businesses including Jonesboro Cable T.V., Cleo C. White & Associates, and lastly as Case Manager...

Jun 3, 2025

Mr. Randy Junior Hively of Cherry Valley, departed this life on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at his home at the age of 70.

He was born July 2, 1954 in Whitehall, AR, the son of the late Junior Hively and Evelyn Adams Hively.

Randy farmed all his life and worked for Thomas Hess Farms for...

Jun 2, 2025

Chester Eugene Burgett of High Ridge, Missouri, was born on October 30, 1942, in Maynard, Arkansas, to John and Dula Burgett and entered into rest on Monday, June 2, 2025, in House Springs, Missouri, at the age of 82.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Sandra Sue (Shocklee), his parents, John and...

Jun 1, 2025

L.E. Vaughn, 90, of Bono, passed away June 1, 2025.

He was a loving son, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather. He loved all of his family deeply. He had a host of nieces and nephews; he treasured every moment he spent with his family and friends. L.E. was born on November 10, 1934 in...

Jun 1, 2025

Jonesboro- T.J Haney, 28, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, alongside his beloved fiancé, Willow Searcy, and their unborn child.

T.J was born on March 6, 1997, in Jonesboro, to Rhonda Baker and Tommy Haney, and spent most of his life in his hometown. He had a vibrant spirit and lived life with passion and purpose....

Jun 1, 2025

Mr. Daryle Gene Dodd of Trumann, departed this life Sunday, June 1, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, at the age of 91.

He was born May 22, 1934, in Poplar Bluff, MO, the son of the late Floyd Dodd and Ruby Lancaster Dodd.

Daryle moved to Chicago for work as a laborer...

May 30, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and niece, Brenda Margaret Trotter, who departed this life on May 30, 2025. Her journey through life was marked by resilience, quiet strength, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Brenda faced life's many challenges with grace and courage. Though...

May 30, 2025

Ronald Edward Rose, 76, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on May 30, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith, Ronnie's life was marked by service—to his family, his community, and his church.

Born on October 20, 1948, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, Ronnie was the son of Jesse Lowell Rose and Elewese...

May 29, 2025

Maudie Helen Campbell, 90, of Paragould went to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Greene Acres Nursing Home in Paragould.

Helen was born on January 1, 1935, in Randolph County to the late Fred Cross and Mabel Gladys Weitkamp.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Jesse Lee...

May 28, 2025

Jonesboro- George "Pete" Raymond Gambill went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025 at the age of 78, He was born to Alwin Glenn and Lela Jane Gambill on December 2, 1946. He graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1965 where he played football and ran track.

He married Shirley Jean Waln on March 11,...

May 27, 2025

Rosetta Jean Thompson, age 69, of Delaplaine, passed away on May 27, 2025, at St. Bernards in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on May 24, 1956, to Floyd Haney and Francis Cox Haney. Her most treasured moments were spent with her loving family, she was a devoted mother and grandmother

Rosetta is lovingly remembered by her children:...

May 27, 2025

Brookland, Bobby Howard Banks, 85, passed away on May 27, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 30, 1939, in Bay, to the late Lena and Sylivia Abbie Kimberland Banks.

Bobby was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent  seven years serving in the Arkansas Army National Guard, then went on...

May 25, 2025

Janet Newberry Nolan of Harrisburg, departed this life on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at her home, at the age of 72.

She was born January 6, 1953 in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Noel R. Newberry and Dora Alene Dement Newberry.

After high school, Janet worked at various places.  She worked for the Rural...

May 25, 2025

Mary June King, 92, of Pocahontas departed this life on May 25, 2025.

Mary was born on April 10, 1933, to the late Lee Murray and Janis Smith Murray in Dalton, Arkansas.  She married Clifton Lee King on August 6, 1950, and to their union 3 children were born; Donald, Kathryn and Danita.

She was...

May 21, 2025

M. Nadine Turner, Born October 13, 1936, and Died May 21, 2025, of Bonner Springs, KS, she passed away at Twin Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lansing, KS.

Nadine was a beloved mother to 5 girls, Penny Shumaker (Jack), Carla Owens, Carol Ladd (deceased) Paula Ruby, and Amanda Mies who will never forget the love she...

May 20, 2025

Nancy "Elaine" Waites, 86, of Centerton, previously of Pocahontas, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Bradford House Nursing and Rehab in Bentonville.

Elaine was born December 4, 1938 in Paris, AR to the late Benjamin and Oral Mae Johnson Smith.  She worked in quality control at ESNA, was involved in Toastmasters International, and was an amazing...

May 20, 2025

Susan Viola Bounds, 77, of Ravenden Springs, departed this life on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

Susan was born on September 13, 1947, in Poplar Bluff to the late Boyd Burton and Maxine Burton Johnson (Carl). She was a member of the First Assembly Church of God. She was a loving...

May 20, 2025

Lake City- Lonnie Gene Cooksey, 72, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025. He was born April 15, 1953 in Jonesboro to Floyd and Mary Cooksey.

He was a farmer and mechanic throughout his life. Gene loved to hunt and fish with all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He leaves behind his wife, Diane Cooksey, of the...