Obituaries

Jul 19, 2020

Debbie Echols, 68, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020. She was born August 27, 1951, to Leslie and Hazel Smith. Debbie was a sweet Christian woman who was well known for her faith in Jesus Christ. She enjoyed spending time with her many teacup poodles.

Debbie was preceded...

Jul 17, 2020

James H. Nelson, 57, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020. He was born May 21, 1963, to Carl Stacey and Lucy Barnes. James was quick witted and always said what was on his mind. He was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Reds, and the Arkansas Razorbacks. He loved listening to Elvis Presley...

Jul 15, 2020

Wilma Faye Strickland, 72, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. She was born October 16, 1947, to Doris and Laverna Cox.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dennis Strickland; son, Danny Marvin; brothers, J. D. Marvin, James Marvin; sisters, Earline Childers, Orine Marvin, Lois Irvin,...

Jul 12, 2020

Jimmy W. Smith, 75, of Paragould, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 12, 2020. He was born March 6, 1945, to Ephraim and Dorothy Smith. Jim worked for Mellow Moon, Film Transit, and Coldstream Fishery. He was a member of Village Creek Church of Christ and a loving father and granddaddy.

Jul 6, 2020

Sharalyn Rose Grimsley, 87, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020. She was born April 10, 1933.  She was a homemaker, enjoyed sewing, and caring for her family.  Sharalyn was a sweet, happy person that greatly cherished time with her family.  Her grandchildren were the light of her life.

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Jul 6, 2020

Roger Linn Ward, 55, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020. He was born May 4, 1965.

Roger was preceded in death by his father, Dewey Weaver and mother, Charlice Ann Weaver.

Survivors include his wife, Shelia W. Ward; father, Jimmy Morgan; daughters and sons...

Jul 5, 2020

Stanley Paul Booth 65, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2020. He was born August 30, 1954, to Van and Wanda Booth. Stan was a 1972 graduate of Marmaduke High School. He was a former owner of Booth Heating and Cooling. He was a longtime maintenance tech at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Stan...

Jul 2, 2020

Samantha Lee Barnum, 47, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020.  She was born May 15, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dave and Cheryl Kubinski.

Samantha was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Nicholas Smith; sister, Susie Kubinski; and husband, Tracey Barnum.

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Jun 30, 2020

Karen Ann Dowler, 68, of Paragould, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020.  She was born February 10, 1952, in Bakersfield, California, to Joe and Barbara Humphrey.  Karen enjoyed reading, camping, and traveling.  She was a wonderful cook.  Karen was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother that cherished time with family and friends.

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Jun 30, 2020

Melinda Kay Reeves went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 30, 2020. She was born May 15, 1964, to J. M. and Belma Cossey. She was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church.  Melinda was a sweet, loving, and compassionate person, a blessing to all her knew her.  To her family, she...

Jun 25, 2020

Randall Jacob Sipes was born to Eugene Deb Sipes and Ollie Mae (Tate) Sipes in Corcoran, California, on the 27th day of May 1951.  He passed away at the age of 69 on June 25, 2020, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.  Jake was drafted in the US Army and served from 1971 to...

Jun 25, 2020

Dawn Lynn Wycoff, 43, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020. She was born May 29, 1977, to Dave and Rose Boudreau. Dawn was a very social person with a bubbly attitude and enjoyed reading anything Stephen King. She always looked forward to seeking new experiences.

Dawn was preceded in death...

Jun 21, 2020

Melissa Ann Summitt, 39, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2020.  She was born November 11, 1980, in St. Louis, Missouri. Melissa was preceded in death by her sister, Amanda Beiter. Melissa is survived by her father, Gary Beiter; mother and stepfather, Mary and David Estep; daughters, Alana Summitt and Nikki Summitt; brother and...

Jun 17, 2020

Charles Kent Hampton, 54, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. He was born July 6, 1965, to Alfred and Dorothy Hampton. Charles was a hard worker and loving father. He doted on his children and grandchildren.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Sandra Walker...

Jun 16, 2020

Mark Alan Faulkner, 65, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. He was born May 11, 1955. Mark enjoyed being outdoors and loved hunting and fishing. He was a sports enthusiast and enjoyed attending concerts. He was a very special individual that loved everyone.

Mark was preceded in death...

Jun 10, 2020

Timothy Wayne Craft, 65, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. He was born July 29, 1954, to Everett and Evelyn Craft. Timothy was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed playing guitar and working in his yard. Above all, he loved spending time with his family.

Timothy was...

Jun 9, 2020

Larry Raymond Barton, 74, Paragould, Arkansas passed away on June 9, 2020, at 8:22 am at St. Bernard's Medical Center, Jonesboro, after a long battle with cancer and congestive heart failure.

He was born January 29th, 1946, in Pine Flat, near Hartshorn, Missouri, to Elmer Everett Barton and Sylivia Elsie (Morgan)...

Jun 5, 2020

Viola May Bogan, 91, of Paragould, passed away on Friday, June 05, 2020. She was born December 9, 1928, to Oliver and Ina Boswell. Viola loved to attend State Line Pentecostal Church in Mammoth Springs, AR when she was able. She enjoyed flower gardening and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and family.

Jun 2, 2020

Leonard George Clemons, 73, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. He was born June 20, 1946, to Burnis and Lois Clemons. Leonard was a member of 3rd Avenue Baptist Church. He loved westerns, auctions, Adam 12, and WWE. During his time living in Kentucky, he was a volunteer firefighter.

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May 24, 2020

Bert Harris, age 81, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born July 22, 1938, to the late Bill and Bertha Harris. Bert enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, and driving his truck, "Mr. Chevy." He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He served in...