Obituaries

Wanda L. Denbow

Wanda L. Denbow

December 2, 2018

Wanda L. Denbow , passed from this life into the arms of her savior on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at the age of 83. She was preceded in death by her parents James W. Henry and Lurline (Light) Henry, her sister, Gloria Jean Henry, brother, Jim Henry, step sisters, Irene Kapp and Argentine Robinson. She is survived by one brother,...

Larry Dwight Dortch

Larry Dwight Dortch

December 1, 2018

Larry Dwight Dortch, 70, of Paragould, passed away Saturday at St. Bernard's Medical Center. He was the son of the late Noah and Vida Dortch. Larry was a member of Church at Paragould and was a veteran of the Army. Larry loved life, all children, and watching wrestling. He is also preceded in death by three brothers, R.L. Dortch, Lavoy...

Kathy Nell Walters

Kathy Nell Walters

November 24, 2018

Kathy Nell Walters, 70 of Paragould, died Saturday at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Kathy retired from Emerson Electric after 40 years. She was of the Baptist belief. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reggie Walters; parents, Langdon and Pearl Ellington Davis. Survivors include daughter, Kayla (Donald) Cole of Paragould; sisters Pat Wooldridge of West Memphis and Barbara Isbell...

Freda Louise Daum Massey

Freda Louise Daum Massey

November 24, 2018

Freda Louise Daum Massey, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away on November 24th, 2018, after a short illness at the age of 84. She was the daughter of Fred and Lorraine Daum of Pleasant Grove, AR, and was born on June 2; 1934.She graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 1951 and then attended Arkansas Polytechnic College in Russellville where she...

Frances Kasper Bratton

Frances Kasper Bratton

November 23, 2018

Frances K. Bratton, youngest child of Frank Joseph and Josephine Kasper, died on November 23, 2018. She was born on September 1, 1918, and lived most of her life in Paragould. She graduated fro9m St. Mary’s School, Paragould High School and Draughon’s Business College in Memphis. Frances worked for the Bertig Company, Wonder State Manufacturing Company. Royal Industries, Lear Zigler,...

Glen Devon Maple

Glen Devon Maple

November 20, 2018

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Glen Devon Maple, 80, of Light passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2018. He was born February 14, 1938 to L.W. and Lida Maple. As a lifelong member of the Light community he was known as an avid farmer who spent his life doing what...

Dennis Payne

Dennis Payne

November 17, 2018

Dennis Spencer “Doc” Payne, 60, of Marmaduke, died on Saturday at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. “Dino”, as he was known, served on the Marmaduke Fire Department and the Northeast Greene County Fire District. He had many interests including Cub and Boy Scouts, guns, cooking, woodworking, radio controlled airplanes and, most of all, public service with fire and police departments. As...

Hubert Doil Foster

Hubert Doil Foster

November 16, 2018

Hubert Doil Foster, 93, of Jonesboro, died Friday at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. He was retired from Northeast Arkansas Termite. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanna Foster; 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Survivors include son Barry (Carolyn) Foster of Harrisburg; daughter Rita (Gary) Smith of Jonesboro. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00-1:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral...

Robert Verl Moore

Robert Verl Moore

November 14, 2018

Robert Verl Moore, 72 of Paragould, died Wednesday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Robert was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant (E-5). During his service in Vietnam, he earned the Army Commendation Medal, the Air Medal, The Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device and Purple Heart. He was a member of...

Pastor Thelma Jean Johnson

Pastor Thelma Jean Johnson

November 14, 2018

Pastor Thelma Jean Johnson, 74, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. She was the daughter of the late Rex and Violet Roberts Lawrence. She was a homemaker and the pastor of the Church of Living Water. Thelma Jean enjoyed cooking, singing, and spending time with grandchildren. She is also preceded in death...

Tammy Michelle  Forkum

Tammy Michelle Forkum

November 10, 2018

Tammy Michelle Forkum, 44, passed away Saturday in Paragould at her residence. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time with family, listening to music, reading magazines, painting her nails, and crafting. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt. She is preceded in death by her father, Billy Joe Forkum, Sr. Survivors include her mother, Wanda Faye...

Linda Marie Lenox

Linda Marie Lenox

November 10, 2018

Linda Marie Lenox, 70, passed away at her residence Saturday. She was the daughter of the late Nicholas Freeman and Georgia Greeno Stone. Linda was a homemaker and was a retired matron at the Greene County Detention Center. She was a member of the Southside Community Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed music, poetry, and art. She is also...

Dr. Henry Carroll Watson, Jr.

Dr. Henry Carroll Watson, Jr.

November 10, 2018

Dr. Henry Carroll Watson, Jr., 92, of Paragould, passed away Saturday in Paragould. He was the son of the late Henry Carroll and Elizabeth Watson. Dr. Watson graduated from Northern Illinois College of Optometry in 1950. He was a practicing Optometrist for 50 years. His favorite hobby was Ham Radio and in 2001 Dr. Watson saved a woman lost at...

Mildred "Christeen" Edgin

Mildred "Christeen" Edgin

November 8, 2018

Mildred "Christeen" Edgin, 91, was born in Leachville, Arkansas on August 27, 1927. Her parents were Lon Galyean and Maggie Galyean Williams. She married Barton Edgin on August 6, 1946. Her interests included family, church, cooking/baking, and gardening. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to family members and friends. She was a member of East...

Jake  Armer Galbreath

Jake Armer Galbreath

November 5, 2018

Jake Armer Galbreath, 15, of Beech Grove passed away Monday at his home surrounded by his family. Jake is preceded in death by his brothers Copper and Jethro. Survivors include his parents David and Lara Galbreath of the home;brothers Paul and Michael Galbreath; sisters Mariah and Jennifer Galbreath; nephew David; nieces Morgan, Bianca, Lucy, Ciara, Camille and Maggie and...

Billy Ray Lamb

Billy Ray Lamb

November 5, 2018

Billy Ray Lamb, 88 of Paragould, died Monday at Greene Acres Nursing Home. He was a factory Maintenance Man. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include sons, William, Troy and Mark Lamb of Paragould; daughters, Shannon Gregory and Brandy Reed of Paragould. 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M....

Jessie Mae Diggs

Jessie Mae Diggs

November 2, 2018

Jessie Mae Diggs, 97, passed on November 2, 2018. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, and devoted wife for 69 years. She graduated from Hickory Ridge High School in 1939 as Valedictorian and went on to serve as a substitute teacher. In 1996 she held the position of Worthy Matron of the Olive Chapter No. 147 of...

Marilyn Belk

Marilyn Belk

November 1, 2018

Marilyn Lou Belk, 84, of Paragould, died Thursday at the Piggott Hospital. She was a member of Brown’s Chapel Baptist Church and she had worked at the Shirt Factory, Belk and Fred’s. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Belk; daughter, Mary Frances Utahf; parents, Guy and Delta Baker Eoff; She is survived by her sister, Ada (Russell)...

Wilma Jean Mitchell

Wilma Jean Mitchell

October 31, 2018

Wilma Jean Mitchell, 77, of Beech Grove, passed Wednesday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was the daughter of the late Elmer and Flossie Holland Huffman. Jean was retired from Greene County Tech School District as a food service worker, enjoyed crafting, and loved going places with her family. She was of the Baptist faith and a member...

Bertis Joy Sanford

Bertis Joy Sanford

October 30, 2018

Bertis Joy Sanford, 81, of Jonesboro, passed away Tuesday at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born in Marmaduke, and retired from McArthur Junior High Cafeteria Manager after 35 years. Bertis was a charter member of Temple Baptist Church and loved to read, cook, take walks and play with her grandchildren. Bertis was the daughter of the late...