Betty Aldridge

Dec 14, 2024

Betty Ellen Aldridge, 84, born September 7, 1940, to O.T. and Virdie Johnson passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, at Liberty Park in Jonesboro.

Betty graduated from Paragould High School in 1957, and, after also graduating from Business School in Jonesboro, had an extended career with Southwestern Bell Telephone in Jonesboro and thereafter at AT&T in Little Rock, AR. Retiring...

Dorris Householder

Dec 13, 2024

Dorris Louise Householder left this world on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on June 17, 1941, in Peach Orchard, Dorris touched the lives of many with her feisty spirit and vibrant personality. Dorris was known for her love of conversation, often delighting in lengthy phone calls to hear the latest news from around town. Her...

Shannon Weaver

Dec 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts but warm memories that we announce the passing of Shannon Denise Weaver, who departed this life on December 8, 2024, at the age of 47. Born on July 26, 1977, in Paragould, Shannon lived a life dedicated to her family and community.

A proud graduate of Paragould High School, Shannon exemplified the spirit of...

Sharon Grimes

Dec 8, 2024

Sharon Kaye Grimes, a beloved member of the Paragould community, was born on January 2, 1947, and departed this life on December 8, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of her family and a devoted spouse to Steve Grimes. As the co-owner and operator of Grimes Can-Mart, Kaye poured her heart into her work while exemplifying the values of dedication...

Ellan Cole

Dec 8, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ellan Lanell Cole, born on December 22, 1943, in Paragould. She departed from this world on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 80. Ellan was a devoted homemaker whose unparalleled love and dedication to her family marked her life. For 40 wonderful years, she was married to...

Philo Jay McDaniel

Dec 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Philo Jay McDaniel, who left this world on December 7, 2024, at the tender age of five. Born on August 7, 2019, Philo brought joy and love into lives of all who had the privilege to know him.

Philo was a unique soul, recognized for his endearing ears and striking...

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 77. 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 her determination...

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...