All Obituaries

Donna Gail Davis, 81, beloved wife, mother, and sister, passed from this life on Monday, June 14, 2021, in Paragould, AR. She was born January 30, 1940, to Aldridge and Drexel Parker in  Palestine, but lived most of her life in Forrest City. Her greatest love was her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved flowers, gardening, reading, and collecting old books with her daughter. Donna was a member of Grace Point Church of Christ. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and...

Eldon "Ed" Smith, 79, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021. He was born November 23, 1941, to Otis and Euna Smith. Ed was the Mayor of Oak Grove from April of 2002 until May of 2009 and again in April of 2011 until December of 2014. He enjoyed spending time fishing, riding on his pontoon, and other outdoor activities at his summer home in Norfork. Ed was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Smith; and stepson, Ray Gene Wineland. Survivors include his wife of 26 years,...

Leonard Wesley Nelson, 84, of Paragould, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021.  He was born July 7, 1936, to Allen and Edna Nelson in Williford, Arkansas.  Leonard retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department July 1, 1997, after 41 years of service.  He was a Mason.  Leonard attended 7th and Mueller Church of Christ and was a lifelong Church of Christ member. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Linda (Nall) Nelson; brothers, Bufford and...

Freda Mae Yow, 88, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021. She was born May 18, 1933, to Clint and Erma Hooker. She was a member of Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church and worked until retiring from Emerson. Freda was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Billy Yow; brothers, Elgin Hooker and Mutt Hooker; and sisters, Opal Irvin and Catherine Hyde. Survivors include her numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service under the direction of Phillips Funeral Home will be held on Monday,...

Wallace Lee “Wally” Beal, 67, of Paragould, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021.  He was born January 21, 1954, to Delbert Beal, Sr. and Georgie Lucille Beal.  Wally was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Tamatha Beal. Survivors include his son and daughter in law, Jeffrey and Vicki Beal of Paragould; brother and sister in law, Jr. and Cindy Beal of Augusta, Arkansas; sisters and brothers in law, Georgia Faye Beal and Ron Tucker of Springdale,...

Wanda June Williams, 85, of Paragould, passed away Friday, June 04, 2021.  She was born July 16, 1935, in Paragould, to Guy and Ruby Wineland.   She was a devoted mother.   Wanda was saved and baptized two days before she passed away.  She is now in Heaven with her Lord. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Johnnie Wineland and Billy Joe Wineland. Survivors include her son, Dale Williams, and sister, Marceline Wilson. The family will...

Dorothy Lou Ivie, 65, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. She was born September 4, 1955. Dorothy was a member of 7th & Mueller Church of Christ and loved her church. She enjoyed watching MASH and loved her family. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her daughter, Sarah Ivie of Paragould; brother, Gerald Walker; and grandchildren, Jaden, Matthew, and Scarlett. A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, June 8, at 7th & Mueller Church of Christ at 5:00...

Billy Joe "Frog" Witcher, 72, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born October 31, 1948, in Walnut Ridge, AR, to Lum and Opal Witcher. Billy worked until retiring after 43 years at Emerson Electric. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, car racing, cooking, and fish fry's with friends. He was a member of Southside Community Church. Billy was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jimmy Ray "Tadpole" Witcher; and his dog,...

Damian Johnston, 22, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021.  He was born July 5, 1998, in Yreka, California, to Daniel and Carey Granger.  Damian graduated from Greene County Tech in 2016.  He was known to all as a laid back, caring and fun loving friend to all.  He loved spending time on his motorcycle, at the car club, hanging out with his friends and family, gaming online, and making everyone laugh. Survivors include his parents, Daniel and Carey Granger,...

Milton Darrell Austin, 75, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021.  He was born January 15, 1946, in Walcott, Arkansas, to Oscar and Bettie Austin.  Darrell enjoyed gardening, farming, woodworking, and spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a faithful Christian that served as a minister for several Church of Christ congregations.  Darrell taught at Crowley’s Ridge Academy for 23 years.  Darrell was preceded in death by his parents and sister,...