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Nick Easton

Nick Easton

Aug 31, 2019

Nick Easton, 40, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019.  He was born December 17, 1978, in Paragould, to Michael Easton and Mary Keeling.  While serving in the National Guard 875th, Nick was deployed to Iraq.  Nick had an adventurous spirt.  Fishing, hunting, trail riding and rock crawling were among his favorite hobbies.  He...

David England

David England

Aug 28, 2019

David England, 53, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019. He was born January 30, 1966, to George and Violet England. David was of Church of Christ Faith. He enjoyed spending time at Maxwell Feed. David loved hunting, fishing and rodeo. He rode some horses and did some bull riding.

David...

Donna Louise Forkum

Donna Louise Forkum

Aug 26, 2019

Donna Louise Forkum, 66, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019. She was born September 5, 1952, to Homer and Lucille Baker. Donna was a very artsy person and enjoyed decorating and painting. She loved her family and cherished the time she spent with her granddaughter, Madelyn.

Donna was...

Robert "Bob" Wade Shirley, Jr.

Robert "Bob" Wade Shirley, Jr.

Aug 24, 2019

Robert "Bob" W. Shirley, Jr., 65, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019, at his residence.  He was born January 20, 1954, to Robert Shirley, Sr. and Millie Shirley.  Bob worked and retired after 38 years from Razorback Concrete.  He was a member of Union Baptist in Okolona, Mississippi.  Bob was an avid NASCAR...

Buford Wayne Williams

Buford Wayne Williams

Aug 22, 2019

Buford Wayne Williams, 86, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2019. He was born June 9, 1933, to Rupert and Hazel Williams. Buford was an active member of Bible Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends. Buford, a veteran, served in the United States Army. He completed two tours in Vietnam....

Joe Lee Hyde

Joe Lee Hyde

Aug 21, 2019

Joe Lee Hyde, 69, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.  He was born November 11, 1949, to Ernest and Winona Hyde. He was an Army Veteran who served in Vietnam and Iraq.  He was a talented cabinet maker and carpenter.  Joe loved spending time with grandchildren, fishing and hunting.

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David Martin

David Martin

Aug 16, 2019

David W.E. Martin, 74, of Paragould, passed away Friday, August 16, 2019.  He was born September 15, 1944, in California to Charles and Geraldine Martin.  David was a descendent of Blackfoot.  He was an avid angler and hunter.  He was a member of Robb's Chapel Baptist Church.  Above all, David loved his family and cherished...

Patsy Jean (Douglas) Grove

Patsy Jean (Douglas) Grove

Aug 15, 2019

Patsy Jean Grove, 49, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019.  She was born January 23, 1970, in California to James Douglas and Donna O'Donnell.  Patsy enjoyed motorcycle riding with her husband, David.  She loved going to the ocean.  Patsy was a family oriented person who greatly enjoyed life.  Bartending was a favorite of...

Patricia L. (Futrell) Rowe

Patricia L. (Futrell) Rowe

Aug 14, 2019

Patricia (Futrell) Rowe, 84, of Paragould, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at Belle Meade after a long illness.  Patricia enjoyed gardening, old movies, and reading.  She said the Bible was her favorite book and she tried to live by its teachings.  She was a member of the Center Hill Church of...

Melba Joyce Gonser

Melba Joyce Gonser

Aug 11, 2019

Melba Joyce Gonser, 83, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019. She was born November 8, 1935, to Ervin and Claris Jackson. Melba was of Baptist faith and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed fishing, camping and anything outdoors. Melba was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ervie...

Bettie June Williams

Bettie June Williams

Aug 8, 2019

Bettie June Williams, 78, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, August 08, 2019, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  She was born February 3, 1941, at home in Stanford, Arkansas, to Vernon and Bernice Newberry Williams.  Bettie graduated from Stanford High School in 1959.  She then went to Southern Baptist College and graduated in 1961....

Kimmy Harold Turner, Sr.

Kimmy Harold Turner, Sr.

Aug 5, 2019

Kimmy H. Turner, Sr., 62, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2019. He was born March 27, 1957, to Frank and Marie Turner. Kimmy enjoyed fishing and stock racing. He loved going to auctions.

Kimmy was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leroy Turner, William Turner; and sisters,...

Herbert Cecil Brothers

Herbert Cecil Brothers

Aug 2, 2019

H. C. Brothers, 69, of Paragould, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019.  He was born April 16, 1950, in Boonesville, Mississippi, to Herbert and Velma Brothers.  H.C. was a Vietnam Army Veteran.  He was a hard worker and he especially enjoyed mechanic work.  He was an avid fisherman and hunter.  H. C. deeply loved his...

James Bryan Jones

James Bryan Jones

Jul 30, 2019

James "Bryan" Jones, 51, of Paragould, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019. He was born February 5, 1968, to Jimmy and Nanette Jones. Bryan was a loving father, uncle, brother, son, cousin, and friend. He was an accomplished writer, sculptor and a great chef. Bryan loved to feed the ducks at Reynolds Park with...

Levonia Victoria (Farmer) Damon

Levonia Victoria (Farmer) Damon

Jul 28, 2019

Levonia Victoria "Farmer" Damon, 87, of Marmaduke, went to be with the Lord July 28, 2019.  Mrs. Damon was born August 23, 1931, in Marmaduke, to the late Clyde Marcus Farmer and Ola Marie "Hampton" Farmer.  Mrs. Damon was a member of First Baptist Church in Marmaduke.  She enjoyed working, cooking, fishing, playing guitar, singing,...

Shirley Ann (Riggs) Wooldridge

Shirley Ann (Riggs) Wooldridge

Jul 26, 2019

Shirley Ann Wooldridge, 81, of Paragould, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019.  She was born January 29, 1938, in Dell, Arkansas, to Edison and Hazel Riggs.  As a young girl her family relocated to Greene County.  She was devoted to the Lord and her family.  Shirley was an exceptional cook and often hosted family and...

Betty Louise (Warner) Easley

Betty Louise (Warner) Easley

Jul 26, 2019

Betty Louise "Warner" Easley, 72, of Paragould, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019, at her residence.  She was born August 26, 1946, to Edgar and Bernice Warner.  Betty loved taking care of people.  She showed this daily throughout her 20 year career as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.  Betty was a...

Patricia Gail (Smith) Hartley

Patricia Gail (Smith) Hartley

Jul 23, 2019

Patricia Hartley, 63, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. She was born September 5, 1955, to Larry and Betty Smith. Patricia was of Christian faith and a very funny, good, sweet mother. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt.  Patricia loved to praise the Lord, sing, and dance.  She had a great...

Judy Inez Whitworth

Judy Inez Whitworth

Jul 17, 2019

Judy Inez Whitworth, 74, of Marmaduke, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at the St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro, AR. Judy was born in Memphis, TN, on March 8, 1945, to Lonnie and Irene (Looney) Motes. After six boys, they were proud of their baby girl. She retired from Garlock Rubber Technologies...

Sallie Ann (Rollins) Clayton

Sallie Ann (Rollins) Clayton

Jul 14, 2019

Sallie Ann Clayton, 74, of Paragould, passed away on July 14, 2019.  She was born July 12, 1945, to Osco and Margie Rollins. Sallie was a faithful, loving wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with her dogs. She was of the Baptist faith.

Sallie was preceded in death by her...