All Obituaries

Jerry Eldon Dacus, 82, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.  He was born in Clay County Arkansas, on January 1, 1937, to Gwendola and Alean Dacus.  Jerry graduated as the valedictorian of the 1955 Stanford High School Class.  He retired in 2005 from Monroe after 28 years of service.  Jerry was a great husband and father that always provided for his family.  Jerry was a wonderful person that will leave a void in...

Kala Miller, 64, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2019. She was born September 13, 1955, to Billy and Louise Scudder. Kala loved to sing and work crossword puzzles. She attended Hillwood Baptist Church. Kala was preceded in death by her father and sisters, Cathy Lindsey and Suzie Green. Survivors include her mother, Louise Scudder; son, David Smith; daughter and son in law, Leann and Kevin Pohl; brother and sister in law, Billy “Buzzy” and Angie Scudder; and...

Harold Gene Curry, 78, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019. He was born April 11, 1941, to David and Myrtle Curry. Harold was a member of New Bethel Assembly of God church where he served as superintendent and taught Sunday school. He liked to listen to and sing gospel music. Harold was a farmer and loved technology. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Bonnye Griffin; and daughter, Michelle Curry. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Gloria Curry; son and daughter in...

Charles C. Walker, 73, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019.  He was born October 11, 1946, to Pete and Catherine Walker.  He was a good person, a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  He was grateful to have such a wonderful family. Charles was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Brenda Walker; sons, Michael (Sareece) Walker and Jerry Walker; daughter, Beck (Rick) Versendaal; sisters, Ann (Jim) Bryant, Virginia Sue...

Richard Wayne Pope, AKA Santa Claus, 71, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. He was born February 17, 1948, to William and Syble Pope.  Richard grew up as an only child, and was a proud Dixie Dragon. When he married Linda, he gained 5 brothers and 5 sisters. After retiring from Emerson after 42 years, he worked at Fox Hills Country Club, keeping Simon in check. He was a family man and always put his wife and daughters first. Linda was the love of his life,...

Kay Lewallen, 72, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2019. She was born October 6, 1947, to Thurman and Louise Thompson. Kay worked for Richard Foster at Payless and then at Turner Dairy until her retirement. She was a member of New Haven Baptist Church. Kay was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband, Bob Lewallen; son and daughter in law, Bobby and April Lewallen; brothers and sisters in law, Leon Thompson, Darrell and Kathy Thompson, Randy...

Truman Exum, 74, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, November, 9, 2019. He was born August 20, 1945, to George and Ersie Exum. Truman worked at Emerson for 39 years until retiring. He served on the Greene County Fair Board and also as fair manager. He coached softball and enjoyed going to flea markets. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Truman was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a hero to his children. Truman was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Forrest...

Josh Garmroth, 34, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2019. He was born March 3, 1985, to Jim and Coetta Garmroth. Josh was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved and cherished his family. Josh was a graduate of the Marmaduke High School Class of 2003. He was preceded in death by his mother, Coetta Garmroth; grandparents, Martin and Betty Garmroth and Rufus and Imogene Cobb. Survivors include his wife, Amanda Garmroth; father, Jim Garmroth; sons, Zackery Breckenridge, Austin...

Royce Lavonne Johnston, 78, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019. He was born August 29, 1941, to Benny and Arvell Johnston. Royce loved bluegrass music and was a member of the Shady Hill Bluegrass fan club. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Royce was an avid hunter and a very talented guitarist. He was a resident at Belle Meade.   He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Carolyn Johnston; brother, Leon Johnston; and son in law, Steve...

Sarah “Friar” Morris, 45, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. She was born May 25, 1974, to J. M. and Sue Friar. Sarah was a very proud Nene and spoiled her grandchildren. She was of Christian faith. Sarah was a generous person and very social. She always found something to love about everyone. Sarah was preceded in death by her grandparents, Paul and Edith Friar, Lavern and Betty Farley. Survivors include her parents, J. M. and Sue Friar; daughters and son in law,...