Obituaries

Jun 13, 2021

Eldon "Ed" Smith, 79, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021. He was born November 23, 1941, to Otis and Euna Smith. Ed was the Mayor of Oak Grove from April of 2002 until May of 2009 and again in April of 2011 until December of 2014. He enjoyed spending time fishing, riding on his...

Jun 11, 2021

Leonard Wesley Nelson, 84, of Paragould, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021.  He was born July 7, 1936, to Allen and Edna Nelson in Williford, Arkansas.  Leonard retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department July 1, 1997, after 41 years of service.  He was a Mason.  Leonard attended 7th and Mueller Church of Christ...

Jun 11, 2021

Freda Mae Yow, 88, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021. She was born May 18, 1933, to Clint and Erma Hooker. She was a member of Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church and worked until retiring from Emerson. Freda was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Billy Yow; brothers, Elgin Hooker and Mutt Hooker;...

Jun 10, 2021

Tammy Jean Roberts Sumpter, 56, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021. She was born July 3, 1964, in Graham, TX. Tammy was strong willed and a very hard worker. She loved fishing, cooking, planting, and gardening. Tammy was a very crafty person that made scrapbooks for her loved ones, wreaths, and jewelry. Tammy was...

Jun 7, 2021

Wallace Lee "Wally" Beal, 67, of Paragould, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021.  He was born January 21, 1954, to Delbert Beal, Sr. and Georgie Lucille Beal.

Wally was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Tamatha Beal.

Survivors include his son and daughter in law,...

Jun 4, 2021

Wanda June Williams, 85, of Paragould, passed away Friday, June 04, 2021.  She was born July 16, 1935, in Paragould, to Guy and Ruby Wineland.   She was a devoted mother.   Wanda was saved and baptized two days before she passed away.  She is now in Heaven with her Lord.

Wanda was...

Jun 2, 2021

Dorothy Lou Ivie, 65, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. She was born September 4, 1955. Dorothy was a member of 7th & Mueller Church of Christ and loved her church. She enjoyed watching MASH and loved her family. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her daughter, Sarah Ivie of...

May 31, 2021

Billy Joe "Frog" Witcher, 72, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born October 31, 1948, in Walnut Ridge, AR, to Lum and Opal Witcher. Billy worked until retiring after 43 years at Emerson Electric. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, car racing, cooking, and fish fry's with friends. He...

May 29, 2021

Damian Johnston, 22, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021.  He was born July 5, 1998, in Yreka, California, to Daniel and Carey Granger.  Damian graduated from Greene County Tech in 2016.  He was known to all as a laid back, caring and fun loving friend to all.  He loved spending time on his...

May 27, 2021

Milton Darrell Austin, 75, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021.  He was born January 15, 1946, in Walcott, Arkansas, to Oscar and Bettie Austin.  Darrell enjoyed gardening, farming, woodworking, and spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a faithful Christian that served as a minister for several Church of Christ congregations.  Darrell taught...

May 25, 2021

Leo Joseph Benny Conn, 41, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. He was born April 22, 1980, to Fred and Cheryl Conn. Benny enjoyed life and loved his family. He enjoyed four wheeler riding, loved to learn, and was very observant and smart. Benny was preceded in death by his father, James...

May 25, 2021

Jimmy Dale Mask, 70, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021.  He was born March 6 1951 in Monette, AR, to James and Jewell Mask.

Jimmy joined the Army at age 17 and proudly served for 24 years, before retiring as a First Sergeant (E-8) in 1992.  He loved traveling the...

May 20, 2021

Jimmy Wayne Bateman, 77, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021. He was born October 4, 1943, to James and Juanita Bateman. Jimmy worked until retirement at Paragould Light Water & Cable. He loved to go fishing, do woodwork, and carpentry. He served in the National Guard and was the greatest story teller....

May 18, 2021

Glenda Sue Moser, 74, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. She was born February 1, 1947, to Hubert and Willie Mae Holman. Glenda greatly enjoyed playing with her grandchildren, baking sweets, and sewing in her spare time. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lonzo Moser; daughter, Julie Moser; and...

May 14, 2021

Peggy Hill, 88, passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021. She was born October 7, 1932, to Allen and Mary Long. Peggy loved spending time with her family and taking care of her home. She enjoyed working in the garden, fishing, and dancing. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry Hill; sons,...

May 14, 2021

Dennis Williams, 66, of Paragould, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021.  He was born March 14, 1955, in Michigan, to David McNeil and Jean Williams.  Dennis loved cats especially his cat, Nana Cat, and enjoyed the outdoors.  He enjoyed music and going to concerts.  Dennis had a heart of gold.  He was affectionately referred to...

May 12, 2021

Billy T. Strickland, 88, of Lake City, Arkansas, passed away May 12, 2021, in Lake City, Arkansas.  He was born May 10, 1933, to John and Ollie Strickland.  He was a member of Elm Grove Missionary Baptist Church and pastored several churches in the Lake City area.  In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting,...

May 9, 2021

Mona Kaye Smith, 72, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was born October 22, 1948, to Guy Tate and Frances Waters. Mona Kaye was a resident of the Belle Meade Cottages and enjoyed life to the fullest. She loved her family and enjoyed visiting with friends, family, and cherished the time with her...

May 9, 2021

Tammy Sullins Freeze, 57, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was born January 30, 1964, to W. C. and Maxine Sullins. Tammy taught elementary school at Blytheville, Burdette, Armorel, and Gosnell. She was an animal lover, especially her horse, Dolly, and dogs, Sam & Gabby. She didn't know any strangers and her goal was to...

May 6, 2021

James E. Parks, 82, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021. He was born June 26, 1938, to J. Y. and Flora Parks. Everything that James did, it was done right. He was retired from the National Guard and a member of 7th & Mueller Church of Christ. James was preceded in death...