Mary Leipert Mikel

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Kay Leipert Mikel, a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister, passed from this life on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on April 12, 1947, in Hanceville, Alabama, Mary led a life filled with love, resilience, and dedication to her family.

Mary left school in the sixth grade to support her family through sharecropping, yet...

Mary Bresna

Nov 28, 2024

Mary Jane Bresna, 84, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, left us peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in Doniphan, Missouri. Mary, born on August 21, 1940, in Paragould, lived a life filled with creativity, love, and a profound sense of family.

Mary dedicated herself to a fulfilling career as a machine operator in the manufacturing industry. Yet, her...

Rachel Worley

Nov 24, 2024

Rachel Lou Worley, 84, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed from this life on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Rachel was born on January 31, 1940, in Hornersville, Missouri. Her family moved to the Marked Tree area where Rachel graduated from Marked Tree High School in 1958, beginning a remarkable journey that would touch the lives of all those...

Ruby Bolt

Nov 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the upcoming funeral service and celebration of the life of Ruby Ann Bolt. On November 23, 2024, Ruby passed away, leaving behind cherished memories with her loved ones. Born on October 6, 1958, in Tennessee, Ruby resided in Paragould for most of her life.

Ruby lived a life filled with devotion,...

Audrey Dacus

Nov 23, 2024

Audrey Mae Dacus, 90, a devoted servant of the Lord, passed from this life on November 23, 2024. Born on January 14, 1934, in Rockledge, Georgia, Audrey grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, where she graduated from Fairview High School before pursuing nursing school in Chicago. It was in October of 1952 that she met and married the love of...

Frankie Gilliam

Nov 21, 2024

With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we mourn the passing of Frankie Lynn Gilliam, 64, of Paragould. Born on February 17, 1960, in Newport, she peacefully departed from this world on November 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Frankie lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service to others. A graduate of Grubbs High School in 1978, she embarked...

Bobby Coates

Nov 20, 2024

Bobby Albert Coates, 86, a cherished member of the Harvest, Alabama community, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, in Huntsville, Alabama. Born on October 6, 1938, in Pontotoc, Mississippi, Bobby was a devoted husband, accomplished electrical engineer, and a devout Baptist, whose life demonstrated love, dedication, and faith.

Bobby graduated from Toccopola High School in Mississippi in 1955,...

Dr. Leonus L. Shedd

Nov 19, 2024

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Dr. Leonus Lafitte Shedd died peacefully in the presence of his wife of 64 years, Marcia, and three of his children, Jane, Cary, and Omer. He was 85 years old. He is preceded in death by his father, Ira D. Shedd and mother Martha "Lorette" (Alston) Shedd of Manila, Arkansas, his sister, Martha Lorette (Shedd)...

Winford Cothren

Nov 17, 2024

Winford H. Cothren passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 93. Born in Paragould, Arkansas, on September 5, 1931, Winford was a devoted husband to Constance "Connie" Cothren, and a loving father to his son, Fred Cothren. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

A man of simple pleasures, Winford found joy in the outdoors,...

Joann Starnes-Allen

Nov 16, 2024

Joann (Starnes) Allen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on November 16, 2024, at the age of 85. Born in Marmaduke, AR, on June 2, 1939 to the late Leo and Zipporah Layman, Joann led a fulfilling life surrounded by her family and friends. In her free time, Joann found joy in playing cards, dancing,...

Sharon Joe Gatlin

Nov 15, 2024

Sharon Joe "Bruno" Gatlin, 84, passed from this life on November 15, 2024, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Sharon Joe was born on March 8, 1940, in Paragould, to Bill and Wilma Gatlin. Sharon Joe was a graduate of Paragould High School in 1958. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Sharon Joe was a great...

Tammy Nelson

Nov 14, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Tammy Lorene Nelson, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew her. Tammy, born on July 18, 1964, in Paragould, Arkansas, left this world on November 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones in her hometown.

Tammy found joy in life's simple pleasures....

Terry Dixon

Nov 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Dale Dixon, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend. Terry was born on August 4, 1957, in Paragould, Arkansas, to the late Thomas Edward and Linda Joyce (Hill) Dixon. Terry was a skilled carpenter with a knack for fixing things and a passion for fishing. His creativity and...

Paul Carr

Nov 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Gayle Carr, a loving husband, father, brother, cousin, and grandparent on November 7, 2024, in Paragould, Arkansas, at the age of 75. Paul was born in Plant City, Florida, on August 24, 1949, to the late Cleamon and Florence (Fuqua) Carr.

Paul was a faithful member of...

Timothy Whiteside

Nov 3, 2024

Timothy Allen Whiteside, 68, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed from this life on November 3, 2024, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born May 5, 1956, to Terrell & Reba Greathouse Whiteside.

Tim retired from ARI after 13 years and was a former employee of Sunlite Casual Furniture for 23 years until its closure. 

Tim was...

Bill Bolar

Nov 2, 2024

Billy Edward Bolar, 92, of Paragould, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He left behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and cherished memories.

Bill was born July 11, 1932, in the Childress community to the late P.B. and Ludie Bolar. He was raised on a farm where he learned...

Roger Norman

Oct 28, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Glenn Norman, a beloved member of the Walnut Ridge community, who touched the lives of many with his warm spirit and industrious nature. Born on February 14, 1968, to Carrie Joann Glover Howard and the late Leonard "Ebb" Norman, Roger embraced life with unwavering dedication until his peaceful...

Fannie Lenderman

Oct 28, 2024

Fannie Beatrice Lenderman, 87, passed from this life on Monday, October 28, 2024. She was born on November 27, 1936, in Light, to the late Luther and Cora Gramling Shipman. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever be remembered by her loving sons, Randall (Francetta) Lenderman and Joseph (Audrey) Lenderman; daughters, Regina (Mike) Dupwe and Lori Mayfield; nine grandchildren;...

Carl Rush

Oct 25, 2024

Carl James Rush, a beloved member of the Paragould community, peacefully passed away on October 25, 2024, at the age of 58. Carl was born on November 4, 1966, in Illinois, and had been a resident of Paragould, AR 72450. He was known for his love of fishing and his unwavering faith as a member of Faith Fellowship Church in...

Carter Rowe

Oct 21, 2024

Carter Brian Rowe was welcomed into Jesus' arms on October 21, 2024, surrounded by his parents.

He was the son of Corey and Emilee Rowe. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Colter Lee Rowe; his grandparents, Kristy Rowe and Jason and Angela Martin; his aunts and uncles: Emily Rowe, Allie Martin, and Ethan and Sadie Martin,...