Obituaries

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...

Dec 20, 2023

George Allan Johnson, 69, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023.  He was born October 28, 1954, in Paragould.  As a farmer by trade, George loved the outdoors.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, looking for arrowheads, playing cards and pool.  George was always eager to help others and never met a stranger.

George was preceded...

Dec 15, 2023

Braiden Alan Sessums, 16, of Paragould, passed away Friday, December 15, 2023.  He was born March 24, 2007, in Jonesboro, to Donnie and Julie Sessums.  Braiden loved drag racing and he could not wait to build his own drag car.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, kayaking, riding side by sides and four wheelers.  Chess was a favorite game...

Dec 14, 2023

On the evening of Thursday, December 14, 2023, Kim Graves, 44, of Paragould, went to her final resting place. She was born to Teresa Graves on September 26, 1979. Kim had a very big personality and never met a stranger. She loved to talk with anyone that would lend a listening ear. Kim's loved ones...

Dec 13, 2023

Charles "Charlie" Jerome Schunk, Jr., 77, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023.  He was born June 24, 1946, in Bakersfield, California.  Charlie lived 12 years in Rockford, Illinois. Charles graduated Marmaduke High School in 1966, he retired from Martin Sprocket and Gear.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Jerome Schunk,...

Dec 13, 2023

Mel Hudspeth, 97, of Lafe, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born November 24, 1926, to Claude and Cindy Hudspeth. Mel was a member of Lafe Baptist Church for over 30 years. He loved attending church and loved his church family dearly. He loved his cows, hunting, and enjoyed spending time with...