Obituaries

Jun 24, 2023

Jerry Bass Burton passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the age of 79. He was born September 8, 1943, to John Bass and Emmaleen Elizabeth Burton in Greene County, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Archaleen Downs, Norma Gramling Cornelison; and stepson, Kerry Henson.

Survivors include his...

Jun 18, 2023

Rodney Thomas Skinner, 67, of Paragould, passed away in Jonesboro, on Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born January 31, 1956. Rodney enjoyed driving his truck.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Alvin and Thelma Skinner; wife, Helen Skinner; and sisters, Jolene Downs of Kokomo, IN, and Alma...

Jun 18, 2023

James Ralph Nelson, fondly known as J.R., passed away peacefully on June 18, 2023, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on September 30, 1938, in Stonewall, Arkansas, J.R. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. J.R. was preceded in death by his loving wife, Viola Nelson, his parents, Esco and Cecil Nelson,...

Jun 17, 2023

Lisa Gipson Holder, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 17, 2023, at the age of 61 in Paragould, Arkansas. She was born on July 28, 1961, in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Jim and Linda Gipson, who preceded her in death.

Lisa is survived by her devoted husband, Michael Holder...

Jun 17, 2023

Johnny Lavon Simons, loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2023, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, at the age of 83. Born on December 7, 1939, in Brookland, Arkansas, Johnny was the son of the late Elmer John and Margaret Elizabeth Simons. Johnny is survived by his four children, Brandon (Veronica) Simons,...

Jun 14, 2023

Donald Martin Goggins, 75, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023. Born on September 16, 1947, he was the son of the late John and Opal Goggins. Donald was a loving and devoted father, brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In his younger...

Jun 13, 2023

Darwyn Ray Priest, 75, of Lafe, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born July 23, 1948, to Marion and Lora Priest. Darwyn was a very good mechanic and enjoyed woodworking. He worked until retiring from Martin Sprocket and Gear.

Darwyn was preceded in death by his parents and...

Jun 12, 2023

Judy Ann Ficek, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 12, 2023, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on May 30, 1954, in Flint, Michigan, Judy was the daughter of the late Marcus and Dorothy Hamilton, and sister to the late Paula Hamilton. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and generosity,...

Jun 10, 2023

Michael Eugene Roberts, fondly known as Mike, passed away on June 10, 2023 at the age of 55. Born on November 23, 1967, Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Mike was the son of the late Gene...

Jun 9, 2023

J.D. Yates, a loving father, grandfather, sibling, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2023, in Paragould, Arkansas. Born on May 29, 1935, in Williford, Arkansas, J.D. lived a fulfilling life, touching the hearts of all who knew him with his warmth, kindness, and generosity.

J.D. was a proud 1953...

Jun 9, 2023

Betty Joyce Eagan, 84, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023. She was born August 10, 1938, to Hollis and Vera South. Betty was an avid collector that collected a variety of things. She enjoyed embroidering and crocheting in her spare time.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; husband,...

Jun 5, 2023

Dallas "Blackie" Franklin Dehart, 85, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023. He was born September 19, 1937, in the Stanford community to Cullen and Sarah Dehart. Dallas retired from farming in 2017. His favorite past times included woodworking, restoring antique tractors, reading, visiting with his old farming friends, and many outdoor activities...

Jun 4, 2023

Wava Maxine Bryson, known to all as Maxine, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023, at the age of 84. Born on April 1, 1939, in a loving home to Ralph and Effie Denham, Maxine was raised with strong values that she carried throughout her life. She was predeceased by her parents and siblings Adrian...

May 29, 2023

Shawn Renee Nelson, a loving mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023, at the age of 59. She was born on May 25, 1964

Shawn was preceded in death by her parents, Hiram and Mae Nelson; brothers, Gary Nelson and Larry Nelson; and sister, Shannon West. She...

May 17, 2023

Brenda Shreene Hawkins Preston, lovingly known as Brenda Hawkins, passed away on May 17, 2023. Born on June 22, 1964, she was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many.

Brenda was predeceased by the father of her children, Barry Cole; nephews, Chad Hawkins, John Eric Hawkins, and Jerad...

May 16, 2023

Brenda Sue Shipman, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated foster parent, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2023. Born on December 10, 1947, to Ralph and Martha Sharp, Brenda was a beacon of love and compassion throughout her life, touching the hearts of everyone she met. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Martha Sharp;...

May 13, 2023

Floretta Sue Howard, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023. Born on April 4, 1943, to the late Oral and Lillie Dickerson, Floretta was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Floretta was preceded in death by her parents,...

May 12, 2023

James Michael Eubanks, 73, passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vera and James Eubanks and his wife, Sylvia (Slayton) Eubanks. He is survived by his son, Timothy Eubanks along with his wife Sarah and their daughter Iris; Sonya Hester, his sister; and Colin Hester,...

May 9, 2023

Debbie Ann (Allen) Forkum, 69, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. She was born March 31, 1954, to Earl and Oma Allen.

Debbie was united in marriage to James D. Forkum on November 27, 1971, in Paragould, Arkansas.

Debbie was a Cosmetologist and she...

May 7, 2023

Gary Chipman, 76, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at his residence.  He was born June 10, 1946, to the late Sam and Alma (Edwards) Chipman in St. Louis, MO.  He was the middle child of 9 children.  Gary was a proud Vietnam War Veteran gladly serving in the Navy aboard the USS...