Obituaries

Apr 7, 2024

Jimmy Dale Gossett, 71, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024. He was born on September 23, 1952, to Hollis and Ella Mae Gossett.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Nancy Gossett; and brother, Donnie...

Apr 5, 2024

Shirley Lynn Vincent, 72, of Bono, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024. She was born on February 13, 1952, to Odie B and Frances Vincent. Shirley loved putting puzzles together and playing cards. She loved spending time with her children, and grandchildren. Shirley also enjoyed watching NASCAR, football, and anything true crime. Monday night wrestling was the...

Apr 2, 2024

John Berlie Phillips passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, at the age of 97. Born on August 25, 1926, in Mounds, Arkansas, to Rudy and Norma Phillips.

In 1953, Berlie married the love of his life, Vera Wamble Phillips.  Together they raised four children, Kale, Greg, Kathy, and Kim.  Berlie...

Mar 31, 2024

Portia Ann Osborn, 79, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024, at her residence.  She was born August 12, 1944, in Kentucky, to Leslie and Delilah Ellen Wheeler.  Portia enjoyed reading, jewelry making, and Mahjong.

Portia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas Osborn, Sr.; son, Thomas Osborn,...

Mar 30, 2024

Rita Rose Bass, 87, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024. She was born on September 9, 1939, to Ephraim and Mary Fournier.  Rita was a member of the Immanuel Baptist Church. She enjoyed working in her flower beds, and gardening. Rita also enjoyed putting puzzles together and reading in her spare time....

Mar 24, 2024

Vera Mae Phillips, 89, of Marmaduke passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024.  She was born in Stanford, Arkansas, March 8, 1935 to Herman and Lora Wamble.  Vera's early years were spent at Stanford School, where she graduated in 1953.  She married the love of her life, Berlie, in 1953.  Vera chose a path that she believed in...

Mar 24, 2024

Patsy Arlene Carroll, 80, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. She was born November 12, 1943, to Dempsey and Mary Nell Pillow. Patsy was a member of Lake Street Baptist Church. She was a very social person and enjoyed looking at flowers.

Patsy was preceded in death by...

Mar 23, 2024

Elnora "Puggy" (Mitchell) Buck, a daughter, a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a sister, an aunt, a cousin and a friend. Puggy was born on August 28th, 1939, in Reeves, Missouri. During her school years at Reeves, she loved to play basketball and was the best in her school, as she always said. Puggy moved to St....

Mar 22, 2024

Randy Ervin Brinkley, 71, departed this life for his heavenly reward on March 22, 2024. He was born outside of Marmaduke, AR in a 4 room sharecropper's house to Arlin Lee and Nita Willene Saylor Brinkley (later named Nita Brinkley Smith) on July 16, 1952. The doctor's bill for delivering him was .

He was...

Mar 20, 2024

Nancy Geraldine (Fisk) Dollins, 90, passed away on March 20, 2024. She was born on June 28, 1933, to Lottie Charlotte (Adkins) Fisk and Willard Fisk. Nancy was a member of the Griffin Memorial United Methodist Church. Nancy and her husband, Gaylon enjoyed going to Florida, traveling anywhere they could go, and fishing. She enjoyed watching the...

Mar 18, 2024

Janese Ann Edwards passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, in Paragould, Arkansas, at the age of 54. Born on July 26, 1969, in North Carolina, Janese was a vibrant soul who brightened the lives of all who knew her with her radiant personality and colorful attire. A dedicated hard worker, Janese was unwavering in her commitment...

Mar 16, 2024

W.D. Newsom, a member of the Walcott community, passed away on March 16, 2024 at the age of 84. Born July 23 1939, in Walcott Arkansas. His pursuit of education led him to Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville MO where he received his degree in engineering. This led him to a career as both an engineer and...

Mar 16, 2024

Teresa Lynn Pruett Chapin, 57, of Rector, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024. She was born September 12, 1966, in Kennett, Missouri, to James E. and Patty Pruett. Teresa was a LPN at Access Medical in Marmaduke. She enjoyed drawing, art, and was a very avid reader. She always went out of her way to make sure...

Mar 14, 2024

Charlotte Ann Adams, 75, of Paragould passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024. She was born to Harry and Belle Pollock on January 22, 1949.

Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred Adams, Sr., brother; Jerry Pollock

Survivors include her daughter, Amber (William) Brock, sons; Freddie Adams, Jr., Stephen Adams, grandchildren;...

Mar 14, 2024

Bobby "Bob" Gene Young, 72, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024, at Advanced Care Hospital, in Searcy Arkansas. Bob was born on February 27, 1952, in Rector, to Mr and Mrs. Sterling Young. Bob was a resident of Paragould Arkansas and a 1970 graduate of Paragould High School. Bob married the love of his life Pam...

Mar 11, 2024

On March 11, 2024, Jackie Earl Stewart of Walcott passed from this life and gained his reward in Heaven. While the loss of this great man is widely, deeply felt he lives on in the memories and hearts of those who knew him best.

Jack was born to loving parents Hoyt and Gillie Stewart, of...

Mar 7, 2024

Thomas "Tom" Harold McCracken, 74, of Paragould, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He was born January 8, 1950, in Bell City, Missouri, to Marion and Eva McCracken. He spent many years loving his wife, Judy, who cared for him until his last moments. Tom, or T-Mac, as he jokingly referred to...

Mar 6, 2024

Lola Fern Cooper, 67, of Paragould passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. She was born August 15, 1956, to Ott and Lola Austin.

Lola's life was a testament to the power of kindness, care, and love. Her smile, as bright and warm as the sun, will be remembered by all...

Mar 6, 2024

Judith Lynn McCool, 66, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. She was born August 22, 1957, to George and Eleanor McCool.

Judith was preceded in death by her parents and five siblings.

Survivors include her sister, Martha Young (George), and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service under...

Mar 5, 2024

Christy Hinson, 56, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. She was born October 30, 1967, to Lester and Cordelia Beeler. Christy designed flowers for Ballard's Flowers, Walmart floral department, owned the Wedding Gallery in Jonesboro, and was floral lead at Kroger.  Her passion was designing flowers and she enjoyed making someone's day with her...