Obituaries

Mar 12, 2016

Gloria Dean Beasley, 72, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2016.  She was born, August 17, 1943, in Paragould, to Osmer and Opal Dickinson.  Gloria was of Baptist faith.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Dutch Beasley; parents; sisters, Betty Joe Starick and Sharon Mayfield; and brother, Richard Dickinson....

Mar 12, 2016

Steve Daniels, 52, of Paragould, passed away March 12, 2016 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born in Dexter, Missouri on March, 6, 1964 to James and Evelyn Daniels. Steve enjoyed fishing, playing golf and video games.

Preceding him in death was his father, James Daniels; grandparents, Isabell and Leonard...

Mar 6, 2016

Susan Ann Johnston, 58, of Lafe passed away Sunday, March 6, 2016.  She was born, April 6, 1957, in Paragould to Raymond and Ozella Mae Wrinkle.  Susan was a faithful, Christian woman who was a member of Big Creek Baptist Church.

Susan was preceded in death by her parents, and brother,...

Feb 29, 2016

The Lord our Savior has called his faithful servant, Thelma Ruth Ward, to her eternal home on February 29, 2016. Our loss will forever be Heaven's gain. Ruth leaves behind a legacy of caring, compassion, service and above all else –Love.

She was born, July 13, 1938, in Indiana to the...

Feb 29, 2016

James "Greg" Gregory Fletcher, 50, of Paragould passed away February 29, 2016.  He was born, March 4, 1965, in Paragould, to James "Jim" and Ruth Evelyn Fletcher.  Greg was employed for 20 years at Paragould Light Water and Cable.  He enjoyed life, work, family, and friends.  He had a vibrant personality that allowed him to...

Feb 27, 2016

George Alden Smith, 78, of Paragould, passed away February 27, 2016 in New Boston, MI. He was born, August 8, 1937, in Midland County, Michigan to the late Glen and Pearl Smith.  George enjoyed keeping up with current events and math.  He was a Christian man who had been saved for many years.

Feb 26, 2016

Mary Frances "Judy" Waddell, 76, of Paragould passed away Friday, February 26, 2016.  She was born August 10, 1939 in Coleridge, NC to the late Peter Sanford and Lovie Jane Carter.  Judy loved sewing and quilting.  She was an avid gardener who enjoyed canning from her yearly garden.

Preceding her in...

Feb 18, 2016

Denise Jo Terry, 59, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016.  She was born April 26, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to the late Billy and Flossie James. She is preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, Henry and Verdi Fine. Denise leaves behind her husband, George Terry, of the home; son, Jacob Terry,...

Feb 17, 2016

Edward Lloyd Oden, 70, of Paragould, passed away February 17, 2016 at his home. He was born October 12, 1945 in Picture, Oklahoma to the late William Thomas and Oaney Oden. Known as "Living Legend" at the track, Edward enjoyed derby car racing. He was also a member of the New Bethel Church. Preceding him...

Feb 6, 2016

Odessie Faye Nesler, 86, of Paragould left her Earthly home to go to her Heavenly home Saturday, February 6, 2016.  She was born, August 18, 1929, in Harrison, AR to the late William and Vinnie Taylor.  Odessie loved her family and friends dearly.  She was always there for them, day or night.  She will be...

Jan 25, 2016

Danny "Cam" Leisure, 51, of Paragould passed away Monday, January 25, 2016.  He was born October 15, 1963 in Paragould to Danny Alvin and Ellen Leisure.  Danny was a wonderful man who lived his life to take care of his family.  He loved to fish. Preceding him in death were his parents, and brother, Joseph...

Jan 19, 2016

L.R. Smith, 85, of Paragould passed from this life, Tuesday, January 19, 2016.  He was born March 2, 1930, at Stanford, to the late Jack and Susan Smith.  L.R. served for two years in the Korean War as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army.  L.R. devoted his life to ministry.  He was a Church of...

Jan 18, 2016

Johnnie Junior Carpenter, 81, of Marmaduke passed away Monday, January 18, 2016.  He was born, July 9, 1934, at Liberty Hill, AR to the late Johnny P. and Lura Carpenter.  Johnnie was a member of Rector First General Baptist Church for 25 years.  He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.  He loved watching his...

Jan 16, 2016

Naomi Eunice Ratliff, 91, of Paragould passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016.  She was born July 17, 1925 in Jonesboro to the late St. Clair and Pearl Slatton.  Naomi was of Church of Christ faith.  She loved to travel, sing, and pick her guitar.  Animals held a special place in her heart.  Naomi enjoyed going...

Jan 15, 2016

Rosetta Mae Kersey-Gray, of Paragould, passed away Friday, January 15, 2016.  She was born January 22, 1931 in Greene County, AR to Dick and Mattie Lee Kersey.  She retired from the Paragould School District, where she worked for 30 years in the cafeteria.  She was a member of Grace United General Baptist Church. Preceding her...

Jan 9, 2016

Gary Dale Peeler, 56, of Paragould, passed away January 9, 2016 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born December 15, 1959 to Tommie Peeler and Vestal Harcrow. Gary loved traveling and his work. He also enjoyed spending time with his boys and grandson.

Preceding Gary in death was his father,...

Jan 7, 2016

Tommy D. Weaver, 59, of Paragould, passed away, January 7, 2016, at AMMC. He was born, September 30, 1956, in Paragould to the late Roy and Louise Weaver.  Tommy was a loving father and grandfather to anyone that needed one.

Preceding him in death were his parents; three brothers, Thomas Dewey,...

Jan 7, 2016

William Thomas Shewmaker, Jr. of Paragould passed away on January 7, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 30, 1959. Tommy was a devoted husband and son, and a doting father and grandfather. He was also a lover of animals, especially his black lab Dax, who was his best buddy. He...

Jan 3, 2016

Jerry Wayne Gentry, Sr., of Paragould passed away Sunday, January 3, 2016.  He was born February 12, 1963 at Walnut Ridge to Larry Wayne and Dovie Gentry.

Preceding him in death was is mother, Dovie Gentry; step mother, Mary; sisters, Janet, Brenda and Barbie Gentry.

Survivors include...

Jan 1, 2016

Tommy Charles Burns, 67, of Campbell, MO passed away Friday, January 1, 2016.  He was born February 27, 1948 to the late Fred and Pearl Burns.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Jerry Lynn Burns; brothers, Wesley and Hughie Burns; sisters, Mary Baily and Jessie Whitney.

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