Obituaries

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...

Apr 16, 2022

Michael Lloyd Rowland, 72, of Paragould was born May 25, 1949, in Waterloo, Iowa. He passed from this life at his home on April 16, 2022. Michael was a United States Marine Corps Vietnam veteran and a member of the Paragould Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2242.

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Apr 15, 2022

Gaylon Anderson, 81, of Paragould, passed away Friday, April 15, 2022.  He was born December 22, 1940, in Arbyrd, Missouri, to Cloyd and Virginia Anderson.  Gaylon worked for General Motors until his retirement.  During deer season Gaylon enjoyed braving the cold with the best of them, in hopes of bringing home a big buck.  Whittling...

Apr 15, 2022

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Pankey 57, of Beech Grove passed away Friday, April 15, 2022, surrounded by family and friends at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, AR.

Kathy was of Baptist faith and attended Cornerstone Baptist Church. She worked as a CNA for 25 years and worked the last 15 years at...

Apr 14, 2022

Jewel Evelyn Thomas, 87, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2022. She was born July 15, 1934, to Joseph and Evelyn Glisson. Jewel was an animal lover that raised chickens and she enjoyed gardening and yard work. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Sammy Steve Thomas; daughter, Joyce Brewer; son, Robin Lynn...

Apr 13, 2022

Vicki Estelle Tedder, 62, of Paragould passed away April 13, 2022, at her home.  She was born July 27, 1959, in Memphis, TN.  She married Jimmy Tedder February 12, 1980. Vicki was a faithful member of Commissary Church of Christ and worked at Gilmore's for over 35 years.

Vicki was a...