Obituaries
Betty "Jeannie Marie" Jean Rock
Oct 5, 2026
Betty “Jeannie Marie” Jean Rock passed away on October 5, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on December 7, 1967, in Tiptonville, Tennessee.
Jeannie Marie will be remembered as a woman whose greatest joy and deepest love were her children and grandchildren. Family was at the center of her life, and she treasured the time she shared with those closest...
Douglas Wayne DeMent
Oct 5, 2026
Douglas Wayne DeMent, of Cardwell, Missouri, passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 65. He was born on October 11, 1960, in Paragould, Arkansas.
Douglas graduated from Southland High School, class of 1979, and spent many years working in quality control at several factories. He was known as a devoted husband and best friend to his wife, Donna,...
Liddie Casteel Breckenridge Moore
Oct 1, 2026
Liddie Casteel Breckenridge Moore, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in Jonesboro, at the age of 83. She was born on July 21, 1943, in Corning, Arkansas.
Liddie will be remembered as a kind woman who loved people and carried a smile on her face. Her faith was central to her life, and she was a Christian servant...
Ervin Leroy Ray
Sep 29, 2026
Ervin Leroy Ray, born September 17, 1949, passed away on September 29, 2026.
Ervin will be remembered as a hardworking man whose life was rooted in construction and concrete, work that reflected his strength, dedication, and steady character. Outside of work, he found joy in the simple and meaningful parts of life. He was a huge Cardinals fan and watched them...
Carla Marlene Thompson
Sep 29, 2026
Carla Marlene Thompson of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. She was born November 3, 1955, in Burton, Michigan. Carla genuinely loved life and she was an all-around good woman. She was a born again Christian and a member of Southside Community Church. Carla was a loving wife, sister, mother, and grandmother.
Carla was preceded in death by her...
Kevin Wesley Russell
Sep 28, 2026
Kevin Wesley Russell, 46, of Leachville, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026. Born on January 23, 1980, in Rockford, Illinois, Kevin built a life centered on hard work, family, and the simple joys he loved most. He was a long-haul truck driver and passed away in a wreck in Union County, Oregon.
Kevin graduated from Corning High School, where...
Michael Wayne Gray
Sep 26, 2026
Michael Wayne Gray, 65, passed away on September 26, 2026. He was born on August 5, 1961.
Michael devoted 40 years of his working life as a tool and dye machine operator at Manns Tool Specialty's, a career that reflected his steady commitment and strong work ethic. Outside of work, he loved playing pool and enjoyed flying remote control airplanes, pastimes...
Donnie Byron Russell
Sep 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donnie Byron Russell, a loving husband, dad, Pe-Paw, and friend, who departed this world on September 25, 2026. Born on November 25, 1960, in West Memphis, Arkansas, Donnie was the son of Don and Bobbie Russell.
Donnie was preceded in death by his father, Don Russell; his beloved son, Joshua...
Deloris Faye Cooper
Sep 24, 2026
Deloris Faye Cooper, a beloved mother, grandmother and sister died September 24, 2026 in her hometown of Paragould, Arkansas. She was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, August 30, 1948, to Irene and Owen Hutcheson. She attended Oak Grove High School where she met Tommy Cooper and they were married 59 years. She was a homemaker, devoting her life to caring for...
Caleb Allan McCollum
Sep 22, 2026
Caleb Allan McCollum, passed away on September 22, 2026, after battling with brain cancer. He was born on January 21, 2003, Caleb loved computers, technology, and video games. He also had a huge heart for animals, especially cats. He loved to joke around and had a sense of humor that the people closest to him knew well. He enjoyed a...
Kittie Mae Elmore
Sep 21, 2026
Kittie Mae Elmore, born July 8, 1944, passed away on September 21, 2026.
Kittie will be remembered for the warmth she brought to those around her and for the simple, meaningful joys that shaped her life. She loved tending her flower garden and her garden, enjoyed talking on the phone, took pleasure in playing cards, and was known for fixing large...
Lorrie Larketta Dixon
Sep 17, 2026
Lorrie Larketta Dixon, 60, passed away on September 17, 2026.
Born on April 10, 1966, Lorrie moved through life with a soft-hearted nature that left a lasting impression on those around her. At home, Lorrie found joy in simple and beautiful things. She loved tending to her flower beds and taking pride in yard work. She also cherished time spent playing...
Troy Cleghorn
Sep 17, 2026
Troy Cleghorn, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away on September 17, 2026, in Paragould at the age of 82. He was born on February 16, 1944, in Monette, Arkansas.
Troy was an Army veteran who served in Germany during the Vietnam War era. He carried with him a warm, outgoing spirit that made him a true people person. Over the years, he...
Barry Paul Jackson
Sep 16, 2026
Barry Paul Jackson, also known as BB, BarPa and JugButt, age 72, crossed over Wednesday September 16, 2026. He resided in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas and maintained close ties with his many friends in Whelen Springs, Arkansas and Paragould, Arkansas. Born July 29, 1954, to Nadine Harper and David Jackson, Barry graduated from Gurdon High School in 1972.
Every job Barry held...
Thurma Lee Qualls
Sep 16, 2026
Thurma Lee Qualls, born March 16, 1947, passed away on September 16, 2026.
Thurma Lee will be remembered as a woman whose life was centered on family, hard work, and devotion to those she loved. She was a high-school graduate and continued her education with some college. In her working life, she was the owner of Martin’s Grocery Store in the...
Michael Lynn Fowler
Sep 16, 2026
Michael Lynn Fowler, of Brookland, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in Brookland at the age of 66. He was born on February 18, 1960, in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Michael will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather whose life was centered on family. One of his greatest gifts was the care and devotion he gave to those he...
Freda Pogue Gattis
Sep 13, 2026
Freda Pogue Gattis, 88, passed away on September 13, 2026, at Belle Meade Nursing facility in Paragould, AR. She was born on November 26, 1937.
Freda will be remembered as a godly woman whose life reflected her faith, her care for others, and the love she gave to her family. For years she was a member of the 1st UPC in...
Mary Ann Kingston
Sep 13, 2026
Mary Ann Kingston, 87, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026. She was born February 22, 1939, in Beech Grove, Arkansas, to Artie and Willa Dean Scobey. Mary Ann loved her family and her church.
Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.T. Kingston; and daughter-in-law, Laura Kingston.
Survivors include her sons, Randy Kingston (Joanna) and Ron...
Everett Franklin Kingston
Sep 12, 2026
Everett Franklin Kingston, 81, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026. He was born March 22, 1945, in Blue Ash, Ohio. Everett was a godly man who loved worshipping the Lord. Spending time with his grandbabies was a favorite pastime. Everett was a mechanic for U-Haul in Little Rock for many years.
Everett was preceded in death by his...
Billy Joe Smith
Sep 12, 2026
Billy Joe Smith, 78, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026. He was born December 29, 1947, in Sikeston, Missouri, to Warren and Ethel Marie Smith.
Billy Joe was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Charles Smith and Jimmy Smith.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Margaret Dean Smith; daughters, Keli Leighanne Smith (Tenneschia) and Victoria Cole (Jason);...
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