Obituaries

May 13, 2024

Donnie J. Conger passed away Monday, May 13. He was preceded in death by his father James Conger, mother Mildred Conger, sister Barbara Eaton. He is survived by two nephews, Brad Eaton and Steve Eaton; and friend Nevi Kirckpatrick.

Donnie was born in Hanford California August 9, 1945. He moved to...

May 11, 2024

John Kiley Ellington, 49, passed away on May 11, 2024, in Jonesboro, AR, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 10, 1974, in Paragould, AR, John spent his career at Greenbrier. His commitment to his work was paralleled only by his love for his family and his wide array of interests. An avid outdoorsman,...

May 9, 2024

Lamoyne Richardson, Jr., 76, of Lafe, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024. He was born July 31, 1947. J. R., a cowboy at heart, enjoyed fishing and feeding animals such as deer and birds. He was a very skilled carpenter and loved old model cars. J. R. was a devoted Christian man and a proud republican....

May 7, 2024

Frances Lora Edwards passed away peacefully on May 7, 2024, in Searcy, Arkansas. Born on March 13, 1933, in Mayfield, Kentucky, Frances lived a full and vibrant life.  Among her many interests, Frances was an avid player of board and card games. Her competitive nature was always in good spirit, and she earned the affectionate...

May 7, 2024

Luca Samuel Lolies passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born May 2, 2024.

Survivors include his parents, Nathan and Destiny Lolies; grandparents, Ray and Kelly Crouse, Margaret Curtis, Tim Carlile; sister, Olivia Lolies; cousins, BryLynn Akin, Owen J Crouse, Eliza Hemphill, Paisley James; aunts and uncles, Chelsea Crouse, Jerry Denton, Gaylen and...

Apr 29, 2024

Gary Dale Bennett, 75, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. He was born October 17, 1948, to Horac and Vaudie Bennett. Gary was a kind, gentle, and very faithful man. He enjoyed doing all sorts of crafts and was a journeyman painter.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents; son, Christopher Main; and...

Apr 29, 2024

Karen Sue Milam, 63, left this world on April 29, 2024. She was born on October 7, 1960, to Joe and Mary Smith.

Karen was the owner of Dee's Propane. She loved all kinds of animals and enjoyed spending time at the beach. As an avid reader, Karen found adventure within...

Apr 29, 2024

Cecil Summers, 80, of Paragould, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024. He was born July 1, 1943, in Delaplaine, Arkansas, to John and Epal Summers. Cecil enjoyed coin collecting and has a passion for antique cars.

Cecil was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, and 4 sisters.

Apr 26, 2024

Mattie Lucille Robinson, 96, of Paragould, passed away on April 26, 2024. She was born in Quachita County, Arkansas, on March 12, 1928, to John and Anna Green. Lucille worked as a teacher and speech therapist for 47 years in Missouri and Arkansas. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. Lucille was of the Baptist faith.

Lucille...

Apr 25, 2024

Joseph D. Sanders, 89, of Marmaduke, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born April 8, 1935, to Alfred and Gladys Sanders. Joseph served in the United States Navy for 20 years until retiring. He worked until retiring as an Electrician years after. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and loved spending time with...

Apr 24, 2024

Bryan Keith Slayton, 60, years of age, left this world on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born November 4, 1963, in Paragould, AR, to Wendal and Pat Slayton.

Keith, as everyone knew him by, loved to fish and hunt every chance he got. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed helping others in any way...

Apr 20, 2024

Robert L. Cline, 77, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024. He was born February 3, 1947, to Osa Leroy and Rosetta Cline. Robert was an Air Force Veteran and he served in The Vietnam era for four years. He then worked for the U. S. Air Force as an Electronics Technician. He...

Apr 15, 2024

Deborah "Debbie" Janice Gillean, 70, passed peacefully from this life and into the arms of Jesus on April 15, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, where many loved ones were able to say their final good-byes in the days before her death. Debbie, as she was known to friends and family, was...

Apr 13, 2024

Ronnie W Gramling, 76, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024. He was born November 15, 1947. Ronnie loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He loved hunting, watching Nascar races, was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, and he enjoyed watching westerns on TV. Ronnie worked at Hyde's Pest and Termite for...

Apr 10, 2024

Renée Pillow Faughn, a cherished soul whose life was marked by devotion to her family and church, passed away on the 10th of April, 2024, at her residence in Paragould, Arkansas. Born on July 12, 1959, Renée's journey was one of love, service, and joy that touched the lives of many. Renée spent her professional years as...

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....