Obituaries

Robert Samuelson

Robert Samuelson

December 5, 2015

Robert (Bobby) Patrick Samuelson, 54, Paragould, died on Saturday. He was a retired carpenter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary Samuelson. Survivors include his daughters, Heather Samuelson, Jessica Goth, and Kori Krekovich all of Kansas City, Ks; son, Jason Samuelson of Kansas City, Ks; brother, James Samuelson of Rogers, AR; sister, Debra Vincent of Lafe,...

Johnnie Willard Ridenhower

Johnnie Willard Ridenhower

December 4, 2015

Johnnie Willard Ridenhower, 79, Imboden died Friday at Belle Meade in Paragould. Johnnie was a retired Iron Worker. He was the son of the late Charles and Mabel Walker Ridenhower. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alma Ridenhower and sons, Johnnie, Ricky and Gary Ridenhower. He is survived by his daughters, Sharon Lockard, Eolia, MO, Lin Ridenhower,...

Donna Gail Horner

Donna Gail Horner

November 29, 2015

Donna Gail Reddick Horner, 54, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday. She was born June 27, 1961, in Paragould. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She was a devoted and dedicated teacher at Greene County Tech Elementary School for over 32 years. Donna loved to read, scrapbook, and do crafts. Donna was a 1979 graduate of Greene...

Forrest Exum

Forrest Exum

November 29, 2015

Forrest Al Exum, 83, Paragould, passed away on Sunday. Since he was but a lad, hiding under the house to avoid discipline, Ex (as he was affectionately known), was always a character. He never met a stranger, with a joke or political tidbit to offer up to anyone and everyone. Forrest was a well known regular at the McDonald's Table...

Mary  Esther Herget

Mary Esther Herget

November 27, 2015

Mary Esther Herget, 95, died Friday, Nov. 27 of natural causes at Hospice of Jonesboro. She was a resident of Chateau on the Ridge, a retirement community here in Paragould. Mrs. Herget was a long-time volunteer and civic leader. She lived, in her words, a “long and wonderful life.” She first came to Paragould as the wife of the late...

Dorothy Mae George

Dorothy Mae George

November 26, 2015

Dorothy Mae George, 86, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday. She was owner of Dorothy's Antiques and Fabrics. She loved singing, sewing, and helping people. Miss Dorothy was a "picture of compassion". She was the daughter of the late H.M. and Laura Edgar. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lavelle George, and son-in-law, Bobby McLain. Survivors include...

Patricia A. Ray

Patricia A. Ray

November 24, 2015

Patricia "Pat" Ray, 62, of Paragould, passed away Tuesday. She spent many years as a registered nurse in the AMMC ER. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, baking, singing songs, and visiting with family. She was the daughter of the late Robert Sr. and Hazel Myers. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert Myers, Jr. Survivors...

Henry Marce Swink

Henry Marce Swink

November 23, 2015

Henry "Marce" Swink, 88, of Paragould, passed away on Monday. He retired from Thermogas after 30 years. He then spent 15 years as a greeter at Wal-Mart. Marce loved his children and grandchildren passionately. He always enjoyed working in his yard. He was a member of 7th and Mueller Church of Christ. He was the son of the late Henry...

Randy Allen Gates

Randy Allen Gates

November 21, 2015

Randy Gates, 52, of Paragould, passed away Saturday. He was a certified welder at Utility Trailer for 17 years. Randy loved attending rodeos and riding and training horses. He was the son of the late Johnny and Donna Gates. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Judy Gates; daugther, Amanda Apple (Tate) of Leachville; son, Brad Gates of Paragould; grandchildren,...

Thelbert Spencer Stephens

Thelbert Spencer Stephens

November 20, 2015

Thelbert Stephens, 92, of Paragould, passed away on Friday morning. He was retired from Bendix Corporation after 33 years. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany and France during World War II. He was the son of the late James and Nancy Stephens. He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers and 5 sisters. Survivors include his wife...

Jeffery Wade Wimberley

Jeffery Wade Wimberley

November 19, 2015

Jeffery Wimberley, 42, of Paragould, died on Thursday. He was in management, but he loved Hot Rods and Harleys. He was the son of Anita Wimberley. He was preceded by his father, Gary Duncan and grandmother, Frances Maxwell. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Ginger; son, Tyler Wimberley of Paragould; daughter, Massyn Wimberley of Paragould; brothers, Stacey Dulaney of...

Mary Reddick

Mary Reddick

November 18, 2015

Mary Reddick, 57, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday. She worked at Emerson Electric for 21 years and was of the Baptist faith. She was the daughter of the late Willie and Margie Wilson. She was also preceded in death by her son, Michael Bennett; brother, Melvin Rollins; and sister, Deanna Warner. Survivors include her husband of 27 years, Carlos...

Elvis Hershell Johnston

Elvis Hershell Johnston

November 17, 2015

Elvis H. Johnston, 91, passed away Tuesday, November 17th, 2015. He was born November 7th, 1924, to the late Charles and Lena Rowe Johnston. He was a veteran, serving in the Navy during World War II. He retired as a Deputy Sheriff from the Shelby County Sheriff's Department in Memphis, Tennessee. Elvis participated with the American Legion, and he was...

Robby Wayne Boling

Robby Wayne Boling

November 13, 2015

Robby “Rob” Wayne Boling, 49, of Paragould, lost his 18 month battle with cancer on Friday at his residence. Rob was Managing Director for AIG Financial Network for 13 years and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Rob most recently was managing the state of Arkansas for AIG. He qualified for many leadership events including 11 President Cabinet...

Steve Knight

Steve Knight

November 11, 2015

Steve Knight, 59, of Paragould, died Wednesday at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Johnnie Knight. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Donna (Corbett) Knight; sons, Blake Aaron Knight and Braden Jaymes K. Knight, both of Paragould; mother and step-dad, Billie and Warren Gray of Jonesboro; and his beloved dog who followed...

Charles Edward Penny

Charles Edward Penny

November 11, 2015

Charles Penny, 75, of Paragould, died Wednesday with his daughter at his side. He was a devout family man, as they were the most important thing in the world to him. Although he was retired as a crane operator, fishing was his passion. Charles served in the Army and was honorably discharged. He was the son of the late Riley...

Betty Ann Smoot

Betty Ann Smoot

November 7, 2015

Betty Ann Smoot, 71, of Marmaduke, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2015. Betty was born October 1, 1944, to the late Omer Gilliam and Emilee Smoot. She was united in marriage to Darrell Smoot on February 3, 1962, in Paragould. Betty and Darrell Smoot were married for 53 years. Many of those years were spent operating their business, Smoot Manufactured...

Rodney Gale "Clyde" Richey

Rodney Gale "Clyde" Richey

November 7, 2015

Rodney Gale Richey, 67, AKA “Clyde” was born on March 20, 1948. As of November 7, 2015 he resides in heaven with his parents, Otto and Faye Richey; brothers, Leroy, Charles, Bud and Eugene; brother-in-law, Rodney Hawley; sister-in-law, Cathy Richey and niece Heidi Renee Richey. Clyde was a member of East Side Baptist Church. Also partnered with his nephew, Jeff...

Richard Ray Slatton

Richard Ray Slatton

November 7, 2015

Richard Ray Slatton, 86, of Paragould, passed away on Saturday. He was a retired farmer and attended Walnut Corner General Baptist Church. He was the son of the late James and Elizabeth Slatton. He was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Sabrina Carr; 4 brothers; and 1 sister. Richard is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughters, Alice Snyder, Jonesboro,...

Willie D. Anderson

Willie D. Anderson

November 2, 2015

Willie Anderson, 88, of St. Louis, formerly of Paragould, died Monday in St. Louis. She was a Baptist and retired as an owner of an antique store. She was the daughter of the late James and Donnie Mangrum Faulkner. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Allen Anderson; 2 brothers; and 4 sisters. Survivors include her daughters,...