Obituaries

Jan 28, 2024

Duronda Kay McCarroll, 57, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024.

She was born June 30, 1966, in Paragould, to Jim and Katherine

McCarroll. She enjoyed spending time with her family and making

memories.

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Jan 28, 2024

Jerry Dean McMillian, aged 85, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2024, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on September 30, 1938, in DeWitt, Arkansas, Jerry was a man whose presence was characterized by his kind-hearted nature and diligent spirit.  As an attendee of the DeWitt Tabernacle, Jerry's faith was a cornerstone of his existence. An...

Jan 22, 2024

Harold "Dennis" Cooper, Jr., 86, of Paragould, passed away at AMMC on Monday, January 22, 2024. He was born October 7, 1937, to Harold, Sr., and Jewel Cooper. Dennis served in the United States Navy for 10 years. After returning to Paragould, he worked at Emerson Electric and retired from there after over 20 years....

Jan 16, 2024

Bobby Letroy Smith, 84. of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He was born April 19, 1939, to Mildred and Edith Smith. Bobby enjoyed building dirt track race cars and going coon and deer hunting. He enjoyed riding and taking care of mules. He loved cheering for the Los Angeles Lakers and Kansas...

Jan 14, 2024

Michael (Mikey) Anthony Dees, 30, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024. He was born June 7, 1993, in Clarksville, TN. He was raised in Paragould, AR, and a 2011 graduate of Paragould High School where he proudly wore #78 on the football field for the Rams. He went on to earn a Bachelors Degree...

Jan 14, 2024

Christie Michele Hudspeth passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, in Lafe, Arkansas. Born on January 28, 1971, in Camden, Tennessee, Christie's exuberant spirit blessed this world for 52 years.  Christie's passion for nurturing young minds defined her existence. As a dedicated teacher at Marmaduke Preschool, she poured her heart into her work, shaping the lives of...

Jan 11, 2024

Robert "Bob" Griffin Hays passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born April 7, 1939, to Glennis and Betty Hays in Paragould, AR. Bob always enjoyed driving around town to see what was going on. He organized the youth Legion Baseball Team every summer. The Legion Baseball Team...

Jan 10, 2024

Charles Edward Gibson passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born April 25, 1941, to Cecil and Elsie Gibson in Jonesboro, AR. Charles retired from Coca-Cola after 28 years. He loved fishing, camping, and hunting. He was a member of Maple Grove Baptist Church.

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Jan 10, 2024

James R. "Jim" Thompson, 88, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. He was born August 27, 1935, to James and Helen Thompson. James was an eagle scout and enjoyed hunting. He loved to spend time working in his shop and trout fishing. He retired from Emerson Electric where he worked as an...

Jan 8, 2024

Flora Etta Bowlin, Flo, MawMaw, 96, of Paragould, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024. She was born July 29, 1927, in Paragould, to John Bass Burton and Emmaleen Elizabeth (Finney) Burton. She was Emmaleen and Bass's oldest child. She attended church with her family and was of the Baptist faith. Her personal testimony of faith ...

Jan 8, 2024

Thomas "Tommy" Glenn Hagood, 63, of Paragould, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024. He was born November 1, 1960, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Thomas and Effie Hagood. He was an avid Packers, and Cardinal's fan. Tommy had one of the biggest hearts. He loved his children and spending time with his family. He never...

Jan 6, 2024

Jimmy Doyle Harvey, 77,of Paragould, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024. He was born on March 4, 1946, in Etowah, to Claude and Flossy Harvey. He loved raising cows and hogs. You could often find him tinkering outside. Jimmy was an avid fisher, but also loved canning.

Jimmy is preceded in...

Jan 6, 2024

Willis "Pete" Robert Wright, 88, of Lafe, went to be with his Heavenly Father on January 6, 2024.  He was born September 10, 1935, in Lafe, to Elvis and Lora Wright.  He attended Providence Missionary Baptist Church for many years.  He loved fishing, bird hunting, and taking care of his many farm animals.  He enjoyed having coffee...

Jan 4, 2024

Cynthia "Wallace" Hodge, 62, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, January 03, 2024. She was born May 9, 1961, In Detroit Michigan, to Bobby and Babe Wallace. Cynthia was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed going to church. She also enjoyed chatting to her kids and friends, horror movies, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Jan 4, 2024

Joan Elmore, 72, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024. She was born January 16, 1951, in Paragould, to Jim and Ruth Fletcher. Family was very important to Joan, she loved spending time with her grandkids and family. She was also a very avid animal lover.

Joan was preceded in...

Jan 3, 2024

Wanda Fonzine Davidson, 96, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, January 03, 2024.  She was born August 20, 1927, in Paragould, to Homer and Margaret Hester.  Religion was an important part of Wanda's life.  She attended Southside Community Church, read the Bible, and always treated others with love, respect, and kindness.  Wanda enjoyed reading, word searches,...

Dec 28, 2023

Ellen Wilcox passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023, at the age of 82 in Paragould, Arkansas. She was born on October 28, 1941, to the late Jack and Maudie Morgan.  She enjoyed painting and crocheting. Ellen's playful spirit shone brightly during game nights.  Ellen cherished spending time at the Sr. Bee's, where she was not just...

Dec 25, 2023

Michael Ray McClanahan, 67, of Paragould, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023.  He was born December 26, 1955, in Sidney, Nebraska.  Michael was a custodian and bus driver for the Batesville School District and, then later, Paragould School District.  He enjoyed cooking barbeque in his spare time.

Michael is survived by his wife, Patsy McClanahan;...

Dec 24, 2023

Kim Jarman, 34, of Paragould passed away December 24,2023. She was the loving daughter to Mechelle Chipman. Kim was known as a best friend to everyone. Mom would always tell her "I'll meet you on the flowers." Kim always knew how to make you smile and laugh. She was always so giving, goofy and feisty....

Dec 21, 2023

Barbara Jean Eaton passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Eaton; father, James Conger; mother, Mildred Conger; and son, Keith Eaton.

She is survived by her brother, Donnie Conger; two sons, Bradley Eaton (Alice Eaton) and Steve Eaton (Pam Eaton); grandchildren, Kaitlyn Maynard, Christina Mendoza...