Obituaries

Oct 6, 2019

Ruth Ellen Barron, 85, of Marmaduke, passed away Sunday, October 06, 2019, at St. Bernard's Medical Center.  She was born October 22, 1933, in Wallace, Arkansas, to Shirdy and Parilee Stewart.  Ruth was a longtime member of Lake Street Baptist Church and she sang with the Lake Street Band for 8 years.  She retired from...

Sep 30, 2019

Jimmy Dewayne Barr, Sr., 78, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. He was born April 23, 1941, to Charles and Erma Barr. Jimmy was born and raised in the Mounds community. He was a farmer his whole life and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death...

Sep 30, 2019

Gary Don "Halfbreed" Brown, 69, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. He was born March 20, 1950, to Vancil and Virginia Brown. Gary was a Vietnam veteran. He served from 1969-70. Gary and his family were the founders of Kinfolk RC. He was a former member of the VNV/LV M.C. and a...

Sep 24, 2019

Katelyn LaChrista McDaniel, 20, of Lake City, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019.  She was born July 8, 1999, in Newport, Arkansas, to Timothy McDaniel and Stephanie Morgan.

Katelyn was preceded in death by her mother, Stephanie Morgan, and grandfather, Robert Bryson.

Survivors include her father,...

Sep 20, 2019

Myra Naydean Nicley, 83, of Gainesville, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019.  She was born September 18, 1936, to James and Imogene Meddress.  Myra enjoyed working in her flower beds.  She had a strong work ethic; there is not another woman who has worked harder than she has.

Myra was preceded...

Sep 18, 2019

Janis Ann Mitchell, 70, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. She was born September 15, 1949, to Carl and Vennie Huffstutler. Janis was a Christian woman that attended Unity Baptist Church. She enjoyed listening to music and dancing. Above all, Janis loved her husband, children, and grandchildren.

She...

Sep 17, 2019

Janice Lynn Martz, 58, of Paragould, passed away on September 17, 2019. She was born September 27, 1960. Janice was an avid Razorback football fan and enjoyed drag racing. She collected Indians and roosters. Janice was a loving wife, mother, aunt and grandmother who cherished her time spent with her family...

Sep 16, 2019

Donna Jane Love Bradley, 67, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019.  She was born April 26, 1952, to James and Althea Childers.  Donna was a homemaker and she enjoyed reading, shopping, and Facebook.

Donna was preceded in death by her mother and brother, Kevin Childers.

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Sep 13, 2019

Jerry Wayne Dees, 68, of Paragould passed away Friday, September 13, 2019, at St. Bernards Medical Center.  He was born on October 3rd, 1950, to Dewitt and Velma Dees.  He was retired from Emerson Electric, loved antique cars and was of Baptist faith.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

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Sep 13, 2019

James Leo Yearry, age 79, of Paragould, passed away Friday, September 13, 2019, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born October 22, 1939, in Lake City, Arkansas, and was a member of the Center Hill Church of Christ since 1965.  He worked at Emerson Electric for 17 years and...

Sep 12, 2019

Katherine Mae Crowe, 53, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2019.  She was born December 11, 1965, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Hershel and Linda Wright.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Tammy Sue Wright.

Survivors include her husband of 35 years,...

Sep 11, 2019

Donald L. Holtsclaw, 92, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. He was born April 22, 1927. Don worked for Boeing in Wichita, KS. After moving to Arkansas in 1972, he retired from Monroe Automotive in Paragould. He was an avid pheasant hunter in...

Sep 9, 2019

Billy Mack Gaulden, 78, of Marion, AR, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019.  He was born April 24, 1941, to Alfred and Izetta Gaulden.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, auto body work and was a huge baseball fan for the Kansas City Royals baseball team.

Billy was preceded in death by...

Sep 9, 2019

Ray Allen Smith, 73, of Paragould, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019. He was born June 12, 1946, to Billy and Lillian Smith. Ray was an Army veteran and a Christian man. He was a faithful member of 7th & Mueller Church of Christ. Ray loved fishing, hunting, and woodworking. He had a wonderful...

Sep 2, 2019

Sandra Lee Bush was born November 7, 1947, and went to be with the Lord on September 2, 2019.  She was born in Flint, Michigan, to Verlin and Audrey Bush.  Her greatest pleasure was her grandchildren.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Chris (Tyla) Bush; grandchildren, Brianna, Christopher Jr.,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....