Obituaries

Sep 27, 2021

James "Jim" C. Thomason, 89, of Paragould, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021.  He was born September 1, 1932, in Marmaduke, to Truman and Flossie Thomason.  Jim was a Navy Veteran who served in the Korean War.  He was a retired farmer.  Jim loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.  Going to the lake...

Sep 25, 2021

Michael Allan King, 36, of Paragould, AR, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 25th, 2021, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital surrounded by loving family.

He was born on Dec. 1, 1984, to James King and Trudi (Plenkers) Dewey.  He was an only child, yet raised with cousins who were more like brothers and sisters.  He attended elementary...

Sep 24, 2021

Jo Ann McDonald, 78, of Paragould, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021.  She was born February 9, 1943, in Boydsville, Arkansas, to Robert and Mildred Wrather.  Jo Ann enjoyed cooking Sunday meals for her family and always had plenty to share with neighbors.  She was a talented homemaker who sewed, quilted, and canned food.  Jo...

Sep 21, 2021

Michelle Ann Aaron, 46, of Paragould, passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2021.  She was born May 6, 1975, in Monticello, Arkansas, to Michael Tovar and Donna Tovar.  Michelle was a special education teacher at Greene County Tech where she also served as the archery coach.  She had a big heart for all her special students. ...

Sep 18, 2021

Nigel Dewey Bell, 67, of Lafe, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021. He was born April 7, 1954, to Willard and Helen Bell. Nigel was baptized on May 15, 1966. Nigel enjoyed lake life where he met his wife, Judy. They were married December 29, 1979. The adventure began! He loved his wife, kids,...

Sep 17, 2021

Philip Harold Bynum, 63, Paragould, went to be with the Lord September 17, 2021, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born December 24, 1957, in Little Rock, AR, to Forrest and Wilma Bynum.

He was a servant of the Lord and a retired pastor from Boydsville Baptist Church. He loved...

Sep 14, 2021

Clifton E. Carter, Sr., 80, of Marmaduke, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. He was born September 9, 1941, to Reo and Lorene Carter. 62 years married to his best friend of love of his life, a loving husband, father, brother, and friend to many. Being a farmer was his calling, not just growing...

Sep 13, 2021

Barbara Jean Gambill, 86, of Paragould, was called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 13, 2021. She was born August 18, 1935, in St. Louis, Missouri, to David and Bernice (Pogue) McBride.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Henry and Grace Pogue; her parents, David...

Sep 13, 2021

Jim Cunningham, 74, of Paragould, went home to Jesus on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was born September 27, 1946, to J. P. and Elaine Cunningham. Jim worked at Monroe for over 20 years and loved his job and the friends he made there. His claim to fame was being a part of the Basketball...

Sep 11, 2021

Hulen "Hootie" Lenderman, 83, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, September 11, 2021.  He was born May 18, 1938, in Stanford, Arkansas, to Bob and Derondia Lenderman.  Hootie was an Army Veteran.  He retired from Foremost Dairy as a branch manager.  He was a loving husband and father.

Hootie was preceded in...

Sep 10, 2021

Loran Breckenridge was born on June 2nd, 1946, to Shirley and Rose Mott-Breckenridge. He departed this life of September 10th, 2021, in his home surrounded by his loved ones. On October 26th, 1967, Loran was united in marriage to Mary Casteel, which was one of the best days of their lives. Loran and Mary shared...

Sep 9, 2021

Patricia Ann Adams, 52, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021.  She was born September 5, 1969, in Bakersfield, California, to Wayne and Brenda Wilson.  Patricia enjoyed playing games on her phone.  She was the "Dragon Queen" from Game of Thrones.  Patricia was an outspoken, funny person.  Above all, she loved her family.

Patricia...

Sep 8, 2021

Vendetta Sue Carlile, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021. She was born December 11, 1941, in Marmaduke, Arkansas, to Kirk A. and Gertrude (Jeffords) Lentz. Vendetta always dreamed about becoming a beautician, which she did for 36 years in her home. After retirement, she worked at CRA in the Cafeteria. She was a...

Sep 4, 2021

Lois Fredia Pipkin Davis, 86, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021.  She was born December 27, 1934, in Dalton, Arkansas, to Jessie and Madgie Shelton.  Lois loved to quilt and put together puzzles.  She was an avid cat lover and enjoyed bird watching.  Rabbit and duck hunting with her late husband, Jessie, were...

Aug 30, 2021

Anthony James Haggard, 53, of Paragould, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021.  He was born March 4, 1968, in Covington, Louisiana, to Cecil, Jr. and Sandra Haggard.  Anthony was a retired powerlifter.  He worked at Monroe Warehouse until 1996.  He attended the University of New Orleans from 2000 to 2005.  Anthony's hobbies included mechanical engineering.

Anthony was...

Aug 30, 2021

Lonnie Manzo Parrish, Sr., 69, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2021. He was born March 25, 1952, to John and Mable Parrish.  Lonnie was a man of few words, he kept to himself and kept his family even closer. He loved fishing, the beach, family dinners and he fondness for lighthouses. If...

Aug 30, 2021

Joan Ellene Ring entered heaven on August 30, 2021. She was born in Paragould, AR, on April 27,1948, to the Rev. Leroy and Lucy Morgan. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Pocahontas, AR.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ted Ring; her parents, Rev....

Aug 28, 2021

Alice Faye Turner, 78, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021. She was born May 11, 1943, to Edwin and Elizabeth Medcalf. Alice worked until retiring from Emerson. She loved to fish, play bingo, do puzzles, and always put her family first.

Alice was preceded in death by her...

Aug 27, 2021

Curtis Dale Lane, 66, of Paragould, passed away Friday, August 27, 2021.  He was born August 6, 1955, in Camden, Arkansas. Curtis graduated Pocahontas High School in 1975 where he played running back on the football team. He loved boating and watching and playing sports. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was a...

Aug 27, 2021

Charles "Little Charlie" Lyles, 64, passed from this life on August 27, 2021, surrounded by his family at St. Bernard's Medical Center. He was born June 27, 1957, in St. Louis, MO, to J.R. and Lillie Barham Lyles. Charlie retired from Emerson Electric after 36 years of employment where he made many lifelong friends. He...