Obituaries

Jul 13, 2015

James "Jim" Doyne Matheny, 83, of Paragould died Monday, July 13, 2015 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.  He was a member of the Center Hill Church of Christ and a veteran of the Korean War. After 34 years with the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, he retired as head of the Cardiopulmonary Department.

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Jul 8, 2015

Linda Louise Wagner, 67, went to her Heavenly home Wednesday, July 8, 2015.  She was born January 28, 1948 at Harrisburg Corner, AR to Harold and Doris Parks.  Linda was a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ and Apostolic Lighthouse Church.  One of her favorite past times was sewing.  Linda loved her...

Jul 2, 2015

Jerry Songer, 83, of Paragould, was born December 26, 1931 at Light, Arkansas and the Lord took him home July 2, 2015. His life began as a farmer as he and his dad farmed at Light, Arkansas. He was a veteran of the Korean War. After the war, he went to work for General Electric...

Jun 26, 2015

Carl Davis, 90, of Paragould went to be with the Lord Friday, June 26, 2015.  He was born March 18, 1925 at Van Buren, MO to Clarence and Agnes Davis.  Carl is of Pentecost faith.  He enjoyed playing music and being in his shop doing woodwork.

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Jun 22, 2015

Barbara Ann Britt, 70, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away June 22, 2015 at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center. She was born August 12, 1944 to the late James Oliver and Pearl Brown. She dedicated her life to her husband and children. She blessed all who knew her with her love and compassion.

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Jun 21, 2015

Jeanette Newman, 78, of Paragould went to her Heavenly Home Sunday, June 21, 2015. She was born April 3, 1937 at Paragould to Thomas and Flossie Ezell.  Jeanette was a member of the Assembly of God Church for over 52 years.  She enjoyed teaching Sunday school. Preceding her in death were her parents; son, Terry...

Jun 3, 2015

Alma Gene Penny, 89, of Paragould Arkansas, passed away June 3, 2015 at Greene Acres Nursing Home. She was born April 27, 1926 at Light, Arkansas to the late Jack and Myrtie Gatlin. Mrs. Penny was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed working in the yard and her flower gardens. She worked at the shoe...

May 30, 2015

James "Jim" Thomas Warren, 76, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away May 30, 2015 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born March 15, 1939 near Alton, Missouri to the late Mack and Hettie Warren. A 1956 graduate of Alton High School, Jim also served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960. After that,...

May 28, 2015

Marvin Exum, 75, of Paragould went to his Heavenly Home Thursday, May 28, 2015.  He was born September 24, 1939 at Paragould to George and Ersa Exum.  Marvin was a 32nd degree Mason.  He was a founding member of the Western Greene County Fire Department and served on the board for 10 years.  He retired...

May 24, 2015

Paul David Cordell, 62, of Paragould went to his Heavenly home Sunday, May 24, 2015.  He was born January 27, 1953 at Blytheville, AR to Raymond Virtis and LaMinda Cordell.  Paul was a member of Center Hill Church of Christ.  He retired after 20 years of service with the Army National Guard and 40+ years...

May 20, 2015

Michael William Sowards, 58, of Paragould passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015.  He was born July 29, 1956 at Huntington, WV to Ernest and Jean Sowards.  Michael had over 20 years of service at A.R.I.  He enjoyed golfing, fishing and deer hunting.  Michael was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

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May 11, 2015

Steven Wade Dowler, 55, of Paragould, passed away May 11, 2015 at his residence. He was born September 27, 1959 to Jerry and Joyce Dowler. A lifetime farmer, Steve was an avid duck hunter and fisherman. He was also a member of Big Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include his parents; son,...

May 5, 2015

Dewayne Russell, 57, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away May 5, 2015 at his residence. He was born in Cardwell, Missouri October 20, 1957 to Delbert and Betty Russell.

Preceding him in death was his mother; two brothers, David and Bobby Russell.

Survivors include his father; one daughter,...

May 3, 2015

Earl Gene Beeler, 88, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.  He was born January 4, 1927 at Lafe, AR to William and Grace Beeler.  Earl enjoyed mowing the yard, reading, and crossword puzzles.  He had many grandchildren that he loved and enjoyed very much.

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May 1, 2015

Robert Lee Arnold, 71, passed away May 1, 2015 at his residence. He was born March 27, 1944 to the late Robert Allen and Pauline Arnold. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Arnold; daughter, Betty Arnold Zimdars; two sisters, Geraldine and Juanita; five grandchildren and two

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Apr 28, 2015

Gerald Leon Stewart, 77, of Paragould went to his Heavenly home Tuesday, April 28, 2015.  Leon was born July 15, 1937 at Terre Haute, Indiana to Charles and Eunice Stewart.  He was a member of Commissary Church of Christ and a past elder of Pine Knot Church of Christ.  Leon supported several children through his...

Apr 24, 2015

George Allen Helton, 57, of Marmaduke passed away Friday, April 24, 2015 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.  He was born September 20, 1957 at Youngstown, OH to George and Anell Helton.  George was an avid hunter.  He was an employee of Tenaris Steel Mill for 18 years.  George loved being around children.

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Apr 24, 2015

Robert "Bob" Oneal Casinger, 63, of Paragould passed away Friday, April 24, 2015 at Greene Acres Nursing Home.  He was born August 12, 1951 at Cardwell, MO to Arvil and Betty Casinger.  Bob was a 20 year Army veteran.  He loved football, fishing, and woodworking.

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Apr 22, 2015

Vernice Elnora Potter, 76, of Paragould, passed away April 22, 2015 at her residence. She was born August 1, 1938 to the late Clarence and Velma Gilliam. Mrs. Potter enjoyed quilting and was a member of Lighthouse Apostolic Church.

Preceding her in death were her parents; first husband and father of...

Apr 19, 2015

Ada Elizabeth Jones, 90, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, April 19, 2015.  She was born July 14, 1924 at Bedford, IN to the late Jessie and Sylvia Gaines.  Ada spent so much of her time helping others. She volunteered in the cafeteria at CRA and loved being with the children.  She was a...