Obituaries

May 24, 2022

Kimberly Marie Nix, 56, of Walnut Ridge, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. She was born August 28, 1965, to Charles and Sheila Kirksey. Kimberly loved to spend time outdoors, loved to fish, and enjoyed going to the waterfall at Hardy. She was a member of New Covenant Church and she put her faith...

May 22, 2022

Raetta Chaney Jaques of Mountain Home, AR passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, May 22nd, 2022, at Hospice House of the Ozarks in Mountain Home.

She has joined her beloved and faithful husband, Paul Junior Jaques in Heaven.

There will be no services. Any...

May 17, 2022

Linda Luella Ward, 72, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. She was born May 14, 1950, to Wilber and Jewel Gragg. Linda was an avid reader, she enjoyed sewing, and loved going to flea markets.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Morris Ward; infant daughter;...

May 15, 2022

Edwin Gene Cray, 62, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022.  He was born April 10, 1960, in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Jerold and Katherine Cray.  Eddie was quite a character and you could not help but love him.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Mary...

May 14, 2022

Charles Robert Mayne, 59, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022. He was born November 24, 1962, to Charles and Jo Ann Mayne. Charles was an Army Veteran and National Guard Veteran. He was a motorcycle racer and enjoyed working on tractors, lawnmowers, and ATVs. Charles was a wonderful husband and was kind,...

May 12, 2022

Warren Dale Nelson, 51, of Marmaduke, Arkansas, departed from this life on May 12, 2022.  He was born January 20, 1971, in Paragould, to Hershel and Brenda Nelson.  Warren loved watching sci-fi movies, listening to music, hunting, and especially fishing.

Warren was preceded in death by his parents, Hershel and Brenda...

May 9, 2022

Alfred W. Cunningham, 89, went to his heavenly home on Monday, May 9, 2022. He was born September 9, 1932, in Paragould, AR, to Winston and Mildred Cunningham. Alfred was a veteran in the Korean War. He was a lifelong member of Brown's Chapel Baptist Church where he was a trustee for the cemetery. He...

May 8, 2022

Shiron Gail Holt, 61, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022. She was born July 25, 1960. Shiron was a beautician for many years, and she loved attending and was very avid in church. She was the best mom and grandma and she loved spending time with her family and friends.

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May 8, 2022

Harlin Jerome Chesser, 85, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, May 08, 2022, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.  He was born January 26, 1937, in Paragould, to Charlie and Edna Chesser.  Harlin was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired truck driver.  Cattle, farming, and ballgames were among his many hobbies.  Harlin took great pride...

May 8, 2022

Ronnie Virgil Harris, 68, passed from the earthly life at his home on May 8, 2022, into his eternal rest with the Lord.

Ronnie was retired from Emerson Electric after 30 years of employment.  After retirement, he enjoyed fishing, taking care of his pets, family gatherings, and talking with everyone.  He...

May 8, 2022

James Leonard Woodman, 78, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022. He was born December 1, 1943, to Leonard and Marie Woodman. James was a very selfless person that always put everyone else first. He enjoyed going to basketball games and watching the Razorbacks play. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and working on old...

May 5, 2022

Wendell Wayne Thompson, 81, of Paragould, passed away May 5, 2022, at St. Elizabeth's Place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born November 7, 1940, in Joplin, Missouri, to the late Oscar and Minerva Thompson.

Wendell was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sonja Thompson; and son, Bill Traywick.

May 5, 2022

Jackson Ray Shepherd, 17, of Paragould, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Thursday, May 5, 2022. He was born February 10, 2005. Jackson loved playing video games, watching Star Wars, and superhero movies. He was always thinking of others above himself and loved to pray for others.

He...

Apr 26, 2022

Elijah "Eli" Michael Dunigan, 22, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. He was born on February 18, 2000. Eli enjoyed fishing, hunting with his dad and brothers, and going mudding with his friends.  He also enjoyed a good bonfire and eating anything Dylan cooked.  You could always find him riding thru town...

Apr 24, 2022

Jerry Dewayne Terry passed away April 24, 2022, at the age of 81.  He was born January 10, 1941, to A.E. and Hattie Terry.  Jerry farmed for 26 years then began working for Baker Implement where he was still employed.  He loved remodeling old vehicles and traveled many miles looking for his next project.  When...

Apr 22, 2022

Norman Lee Ness, Jr., 67, of Paragould, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022.  He was born May 7, 1954, in Charleston, South Carolina, to James and Norma Anderson.  As an avid outdoorsman, Norman looked forward to hunting and fishing.  His hobbies included traveling and watching old westerns.  Norman loved the Lord and delighted in spending...

Apr 20, 2022

Betty Lou Cook, 84, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2022.  She was born February 19, 1938, in Magnolia, Arkansas, to Dallas and Ruth Hampton.  Betty loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She was the life of the party with numerous friends.  Betty enjoyed traveling with her family.  She was an...

Apr 20, 2022

Billie Fern Ward, 95, of Westland, MI, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. She was born in Piggott, AR, on August 15, 1926, to Edd and Lonia Pinkston. Billie enjoyed working in her garden, quilting, crocheting, and cooking. She loved taking care of her family and was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Billie...

Apr 20, 2022

Carolyn Woods, 73, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. She was born August 31, 1948, to Alvin and Ruby Coles. Carolyn was a member of Brown's Chapel Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing crocheting, fishing, riding motorcycles with her husband, and she loved spending time with her family. Carolyn was preceded in death...

Apr 17, 2022

Beloved husband, father, brother, and Papa, Ray O'Neal England, 77, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022. He was born October 24, 1944, to Avie and Lillis England. Ray was an Army Veteran and loved spending time on his land. He enjoyed building furniture, playing his guitar, genealogy, and working in his yard. He loved to watch...