Obituaries

Nov 10, 2023

Mona Carol McMillon, 74, of Paragould, AR went to her heavenly home on Friday, November 10, 2023. Mona was born on January 20, 1949, in Marmaduke, AR. She graduated from Marmaduke High School in 1967. She was a member of New Haven Baptist Church. She worked many years as a cafeteria worker and manager, which she loved...

Nov 8, 2023

Donald Lee Keeling passed away peacefully on the 8th of November, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity. Born on October 5th, 1965, Donald lived a life full of adventure and close family connections.

Donald was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He...

Nov 5, 2023

Roland "Bub" Gilliam age 58, born February 12, 1965, passed from this life on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Bub owned his own construction business and was a member of the Ridge City Church. He was a very avid hunter and fisher. Bub also had a very deep love for his family, and his cattle.

Bub...

Nov 4, 2023

Peggy Jo Tillman, 71, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023.  She was born August 25, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Charles and Margaret Tillman.  Peggy was selfless, always putting the needs of others first.  She was a wonderful caretaker.  Going to yard sales and shopping at Goodwill brought her great joy.

Peggy...

Nov 3, 2023

Wanda Dycus, 91, of Jonesboro, passed away Friday, November 03, 2023.  She was born March 20, 1932, in Swifton, Arkansas, to Ernest and Lola Lovelace.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don Dycus; and brother, Lewis Lovelace.

Survivors include her daughters, Debbie Johnson and Ginger Gist; grandchildren, Lisa Vaughn (Jordan...

Nov 1, 2023

Fayrene Howard Kieffner, 89, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023.  She was born February 12, 1934, in Paragould, to Brody and Lillian Howard.  Fayrene worked for the USDA for 25 years as a loan processor.  Gardening and baking were favorite pastimes of Fayrene's.  Her friends and neighbors gave her the nickname "Cheesecake Fairy" thanks...

Oct 31, 2023

Terry Lee Britt, 55, of Paragould, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023.  He was born October 16, 1968, to James and Barbara Britt. Terry enjoyed fishing, hunting, cooking, and spending time with his family. He was a good natured and tender-hearted man.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents.

Oct 29, 2023

Sandy Lee Keeling, 60, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. She was born September 8, 1963, to Carlion and Carol Keeling. Sandy loved to go to yard sales, taking family trips, and spending time with her family and friends. She loved food and had a smile and laughter that would light up a room.

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Oct 29, 2023

Elaine Yancey, born on January 10, 1958, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023, leaving behind a life filled with love, family, and cherished memories. Elaine was known for her unwavering love for her family, her passion for traveling, and a heart that always had room for her beloved dogs, Little Bit and Chloe.

Oct 29, 2023

Samuel George Becerra, 75, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. He was born July 31, 1948, to Jesse and Dorothy Becerra. Sam was a Vietnam Veteran that served on the USS Keppler in the Navy. He taught and administrated at various local schools from 1977-89. Sam worked at the Post Office for 25 years...

Oct 27, 2023

Roy Williams, 86, of Paragould, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023.  He was born June 1, 1937, in Goobertown, Arkansas, to Earl and Era Williams.  Roy retired from Coldstream Fisheries then worked at Wal-Mart for 8 years as a door greeter.  Fishing, hunting, and gardening brought much joy to Roy's life.  He was a member of Finch...

Oct 26, 2023

Geraldine Pascoe of Paragould, Arkansas, departed this life on Thursday, October, 26, 2023, at the age of 86.  She was born June 9, 1937, in Rondo, Arkansas, to the late Xenophon Jackson Boals and Mamie Cleole Dice Boals.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Xenophon Earl Boals, Amy Elizabeth Cash, William Francis Boals,...

Oct 25, 2023

Olan R. Hanes was born January 15, 1933 on his family's farm near Keyes, Oklahoma to Otis and June Hanes. He departed this life October 25, 2023 in Jonesboro, Arkansas at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and June (Wilmarth) Hanes, his...

Oct 19, 2023

On Thursday, October 19, 2023, James Edward Shewmaker, Sr., known as Eddie, passed away at home at the age of 101.  Eddie was born to Ard Troy Shewmaker and Cynthia Elizabeth Gramling on January 22, 1922, in Stanford, Arkansas.  He was the oldest of eight children.  Eddie's 101 years of life were defined by his selflessness and...

Oct 18, 2023

Timothy "T.J" Spence, a man known for his infectious laughter, boundless energy, and an unwavering spirit of adventure, passed away in Beech Grove, AR on October 18, 2023. Born in Exeter, CA on July 18, 1990, but spent most of his life in Paragould, AR, he was a beacon of light, love, and joy in every life...

Oct 13, 2023

Billy Gene Pyland, 91, of Paragould, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, surrounded by his family at Belle Meade.  He was born January 22, 1932.

Billy was preceded in death by his wife, Sachiko Pyland; daughter, Pearl Pyland.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Billy Sam (Paty) Pyland, Lorrie (Donnie)...

Oct 13, 2023

Larry Wayne Snyder, of Lafe, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023. He was born November 11, 1942, to Otis and Pearl Snyder. Larry loved spending time with his family. He loved God and going to church. Larry enjoyed watching westerns and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mildred Snyder; brothers,...

Oct 13, 2023

Sandra Lee Sheppard, 57, of Fontaine, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023.  She was born February 26, 1966, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, to James and Theda VanHoozer.  Arts and crafts were a passion of Sandra's.  She loved nothing more than spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters.  Sandra loved her church family at Abundant Life Tabernacle....

Oct 13, 2023

Aaron Benjamin "Ben" Gordon, 47, of Paragould, passed away, Friday, October 13, 2023, at his residence.  Ben was born July 6, 1976, in Kennett, Missouri.  He enjoyed fishing and sports.  He took great joy in watching his grandson play football.

Ben was preceded in death by his grandparents, John W. and Grace Gordon and Clarence...

Oct 11, 2023

Donald Earl Holliman passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. He was born February 14, 1956, to Lubie and Jenny Holliman. Donald loved to cook, ride around with Bitty and Pete and listen to old rock & roll music, and spend time in his garden.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Lubie...