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Gordon McGhee

Gordon McGhee

Mar 23, 2026

Gordon McGhee, 87, passed from this life on March 23, 2026. Born on October 24, 1938, he lived a long, full, and joy-filled life centered around the people and places he loved most.

Gordon loved his family deeply, and his grandchildren were truly his pride and joy. Nothing made him happier than spending time with them, cheering them on, and watching...

Robert "Bob" Eugene Wren

Robert "Bob" Eugene Wren

Mar 23, 2026

Robert Eugene Wren departed this life on March 23, 2026 at the age of 90. He was born to Dan Wren and Catherine Throesch Wren in Engelberg, AR. He worked at Baltz Equipment Co. for over 60 years. For the last four years he worked at WT Equipment selling farming implements. He also farmed along with his son and brother....

Patricia Ann (Bigger) Bell

Patricia Ann (Bigger) Bell

Mar 21, 2026

Patricia Ann (Bigger) Bell, 90, passed from life peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Randolph County Nursing Home in Pocahontas, Arkansas.

Patricia was born at St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Turner and Beatrice (Loftis) Bigger on September 12, 1935.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

Patricia was a long-time elementary school teacher. First at Brookland Elementary School...

Joyce Faye Phillips

Joyce Faye Phillips

Mar 18, 2026

Jonesboro- Joyce Faye Phillips, 85, passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2026. She was born November 3 1940 in Jonesboro to the late Bennie and Lucille Lewis.

Joyce grew up on a family farm in Otwell. Being the eldest of six children, she spent her early years perfecting what she loved most, cooking, baking, and caring for others. She...

Allen Gale Young

Allen Gale Young

Mar 17, 2026

Jonesboro- My dad, Allen Young, formally of Bay Village, went home to be with the Lord on March 17, 2026. He was born in Bismark, Missouri, on May 20, 1935, to Anthony and Lottie Smith Young.

Dad lived his 90 years with a steady faith, a strong work ethic, and a deep love for God, his family, and his friends.

Just three...

John Perry Hubbard

John Perry Hubbard

Mar 16, 2026

John Perry Hubbard of Harrisburg departed this life on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Advanced Care Hospital of White County, in Searcy, at the age of 73.

He was born April 13, 1952, in Harrisburg, the son of the late Marvin Abner Hubbard and Mary Lynn Dillon Hubbard.

John was lifelong resident of Harrisburg. He married Lonnene Whitlatch on May 25,...

Bobby Gene Dean

Bobby Gene Dean

Mar 15, 2026

Bobby Gene Dean, 85, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026, at his home.

He was born May 7, 1940, in Randolph County to the late Zaniel and Martha (Burgess) Dean.

Bobby worked as a tool and die maker and retired from Tenneco Automotive after 40 years of dedicated service.

On December 3, 1960, Bobby was united in marriage to Virgie Constance...

Shannon Lee Poteet

Shannon Lee Poteet

Mar 13, 2026

Shannon Lee Poteet, 68, of Imboden passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 at his home.

He was born July 23, 1957 in Selma, Alabama to the late Everett Poteet and Christine High Franks. He served in the United States Army, was a musician, and of the Church of Christ belief. He loved to hunt, fish and was an avid car enthusiast. 

Shannon...

Harold Mack Browning

Harold Mack Browning

Mar 12, 2026

Mr. Harold Mack Browning, of Harrisburg, departed this life on Friday morning, March 12,2026 at his home, at the age of 72.

He was born March 4, 1954, in Marked Tree, Arkansas, the son of James Browning and Lou Ross Browning.

Mack married Patricia Lorrine Green on January 10, 1974, and they enjoyed 42 years together before her death in 2015. Mack...

Loyd Reuben Lamb

Loyd Reuben Lamb

Mar 10, 2026

Loyd Reuben Lamb May 17, 1936 – March 10, 2026 Caraway, AR

Loyd Reuben Lamb, 89, of Caraway, Arkansas, passed away on March 10, 2026. Born in Black Oak, AR, to John Cecil Lamb and Lori Irene Finley Lamb, he spent his childhood in Ward, Cash, and Caraway. He was a talented baseball pitcher and tri-state Golden Gloves boxing champion during...

Bobbie Jean Harrison

Bobbie Jean Harrison

Mar 10, 2026

Bobbie Jean Hamilton Harrison, 87 of Jonesboro passed from this life Tuesday, March 10th at her home with her sons by her side. A devoted Christian, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Bobbie was the matriarch of her family. She lived a life rooted in faith, kindness, and gratitude for life’s simple blessings.

She was born on December 26, 1938 in...

Phillip Michael "Mike" Thielemier

Phillip Michael "Mike" Thielemier

Mar 8, 2026

Phillip Michael “Mike” Thielemier, 71, of Pocahontas, AR departed this life on March 8, 2026. He was born on December 18, 1954, to the late Joe and Marie Thielemier in Pocahontas.

Mike lived to make life memorable and fun. He was known for being “The famous Elvis”. He enjoyed singing and dancing, fishing, golfing, gardening and trips to Tunica every now...

Sibyl Ludonald Smith

Sibyl Ludonald Smith

Mar 7, 2026

Mrs. Sibyl Ludonald Smith, 68, of Harrisburg , Arkansas, passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born June 1, 1957, in Michigan City, IN, to George Traynom and Bernice McCormick Traynom.

Sibyl worked for several years for the city of Harrisburg as a meter reader. She later worked for several stores and gas stations as a clerk. She enjoyed crocheting...

Clayton Lee Brown

Clayton Lee Brown

Mar 3, 2026

Clayton Lee Brown, 78, of Pocahontas, departed this life on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Clayton was born on November 3, 1947, to the late Zan Brown and Maudie Seagraves Brown in the Hamil Community. He specialized in lawn care, where he took pride in his work, making yards look their best.

He was preceded...

Donna Jo Washburn

Donna Jo Washburn

Mar 2, 2026

Donna Jo Washburn, 88, of Noland passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 at her home.

She was born, July 6, 1937 in the Noland community to the late Noah Earl and Melvie Stringer Lemmons. She was a retired teacher, farmer, and member of the Noland Church of Christ.

Donna was united in marriage to Jack Washburn on September 22, 1956 and they...

Zeke Miles Hensley

Zeke Miles Hensley

Mar 1, 2026

Zeke Miles Hensley, 17, of Brookland passed away, Sunday, March 1, 2026 at his home. He was born August 23, 2008 in Jonesboro. He was a junior at Brookland High School, where he was a member of the senior high football team. He loved hunting, fishing, art and hanging out with his friends.

He is survived by his great-grandparents Michael and...

Sean Patrick Foster

Sean Patrick Foster

Feb 28, 2026

Sean Patrick Foster, 55, of Black Rock, entered his heavenly home on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Sean was born on July 20, 1970, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Glen Cherry and Catherine Reid Cherry. From an early age, Sean developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for working with his hands. He...

Mary Ann Allen

Mary Ann Allen

Feb 27, 2026

Mary A. Allen, 79, of Harrison departed this life on February 27, 2026, in Harrison.

She was born in Hamil, Arkansas at the home of the late Harvey Avery and Mamie Holloway Avery on April 22, 1946. She was the 11th child of 12.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Mamie Avery; husband, James Allen; sisters, Loretta Golden,...

Barbara Ann Hovell

Barbara Ann Hovell

Feb 26, 2026

Barbara Ann (Woodmansee) Hovell went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2026, at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro, AR.

Barbara was born in Chilo, Ohio, on August 3, 1939. She graduated from Felicity-Franklin High School, Class of 1957, and studied at the University of Cincinnati. She had been a real estate agent in Ohio and Alabama. After retiring from...

Carolyn Francis Johnson

Carolyn Francis Johnson

Feb 25, 2026

Carolyn Francis Johnson, 85, of Jonesboro, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Belle Meade’s with her family by her side.

She was born on September 9, 1940 to Katherine and William Davis. Carol attended St. Paul’s United Methodist church. She served as Den Leader for Boy Scouts of America, president of Arkansas Democratic Women, and enjoyed playing cards with...

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