Obituaries
Obituaries for the Craighead County, AR Area
Willie R. Jones, Sr.
Nov 1, 2024
Willie Ray Jones, Sr., of Trumann, departed this life on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. He was born on Sunday, July 7, 1946, in Trumann, AR, at the age of 78 years, 3 months, and 25 days and was a lifetime resident of Trumann. Mr. Jones worked for ADT Company, Ridout...
Linda P. Blagg
Oct 31, 2024
Linda Paulette Blagg, 76, of Lake City, Arkansas, passed away on October 31, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She was born on September 2, 1948, in Trumann, Arkansas, to Paul and Oma (Grimes) Weaks. Linda was a member of the Elm Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
Survivors include her husband, Johnny Blagg of...
Lawanda D. Stockton
Oct 28, 2024
Lawanda Dian (Murphy) Stockton was welcomed to her heavenly home on October 28, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at the age of 82. She was born to Lester Murphy and Edith (Sheets) Murphy on August 18, 1942 and spoiled by her grandpa, Ott Sheets. She met the love of her life, Kenneth Stockton, in Memphis, and they were married in...
Evonda S. House
Oct 26, 2024
Evonda Sue House, age 81, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born on September 3, 1943, in Jonesboro to the late Carson and Neosha Hickman, Evonda spent her entire life in Jonesboro, a community she loved. She was a Charter Member of Victory General Baptist Church, and her...
Nancy P. Carter
Oct 23, 2024
Nancy Pauline Carter, age 89, passed away peacefully on the night of October 23, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas, after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Nancy loved her family, loved her pets, and loved her faith. She always had a friendly smile, a warm and loving nature, and a kind greeting...
John Bob Wilson
Oct 10, 2024
John Bob Wilson, 92, of Paragould, passed from this life on October 10, 2024, in the comforts of his home.
John Bob was born December 27, 1931, in Caraway, Arkansas to Everett and Stella (Colbert) Wilson. He was a proud veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force. His courage and commitment took him to the Vietnam War. John Bob brought...
Shelby J. Shelton
Oct 8, 2024
Shelby Jean Shelton, 82, of Trumann, Arkansas passed away on October 8, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born on July 16, 1942, in White Hall, Arkansas, to William and Della (McCarty) Green. Shelby was of the Pentecostal faith and was a member of the Full Gospel Tabernacle in Trumann, Arkansas. She enjoyed preaching the gospel to others,...
Jerry E. Watts
Oct 7, 2024
Jerry Ervin Watts, 79, passed away on October 7, 2024. Born on March 3, 1945, in Baldwyn, MS, Jerry was a cherished figure among his family and friends, known for his smile and warm presence. He loved gathering with others to share stories and reminisce.
Jerry graduated from Bay High School in 1964 and retired after 30 years from the Singer...
Linda M. Baker
Oct 6, 2024
Linda Marie Baker, 78, of Jonesboro passed from this life Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born June 26, 1946, in Lynn to Eugene and Minnie Croom.
Linda had lived in Jonesboro most of her life and was a member of Greensboro Road Church of Christ. Linda was a registered nurse and retired...
Vera I. Dorton
Oct 5, 2024
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2024, under the direction of Gregg-Langford Bookout Funeral Home at 11:00AM at Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Eugene Merrill officiating.
Michael L. Primm
Sep 28, 2024
Michael Lee Primm, 62, passed on Saturday September 28, 2024, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.
He was born November 14, 1961, in Jonesboro to the late Joe Primm and Ruby Primm. Michael worked at Quad Graphics for 28 years. Michael was a dedicated St Louis Cardinals fan and enjoyed spending time at Lake Norfolk as well as watching his sons play...
Mary L. Davis
Sep 28, 2024
Mary Louise Davis, 83, passed away on September 28, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, Kentucky. She was born on August 18, 1941, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Raymond and Haley Barrett.
Mary grew up in Jonesboro, Arkansas, and was a devoted member of the Church of Christ faith. She found joy in playing the piano, practicing photography, solving puzzles, and...
Marie Lamb
Sep 28, 2024
Marie Lamb, 88, of Harrisburg, AR, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was born on September 10, 1936, in Cash, AR, to Walter and Sara (Taylor) Smallman. Marie was a homemaker and of the Christian faith. She loved to read, spend money, and eat at McDonald's.She is preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Mary Johnson; and...
Tara L. Walker
Sep 27, 2024
Tara Leann Walker, 55, passed away at home Friday, September 27, 2024. Tara was born April 3, 1969, at St. Bernards Medical Center to Lester and Barbara Mullen of Monette. She shared the same birthday as her mother. She married the late John William "Bill" Walker in November 2002 and raised their family in Jonesboro. She was a 1987 Buffalo...
Jo Ann (Moss) Woolbright
Sep 21, 2024
Jo Ann Woolbright, 93, of Richwoods, MO, passed away at her residence on September 21, 2024. JoAnn was born on March 31, 1931, in Trumann, AR, to the late John Watson and Annie Mae Sanders Moss. Jo Ann lived last 10 years in Richwoods and will be truly missed by her family.
Jo Ann is survived by two daughters, Patricia DeClue of...
Barbara A. Jones
Sep 19, 2024
Barbara Ann Secrease Jones of Batesville departed this life Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Springs of Batesville at the age of 78 years, 5 months and 11 days. She was born Monday, April 8, 1946, in Trumann and had lived most of her lifetime in Trumann before moving to Batesville 15 years ago. She was a housewife and of...
Emma Jean Evans
Sep 19, 2024
Emma Jean Evans of Jonesboro, formerly of Trumann, passed away from a long battle with Alzheimer’s on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 years, 7 months and 14 days. She was born in Trumann on February 5, 1942.
Raised in Trumann by her parents, Theodore and Irene Howard, Jean worked diligently at various...
Krissy G. Moye
Sep 14, 2024
Kristina Gail “Krissy” Moye of Trumann, departed this life Saturday, September 14, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock, AR, at the age of 35 years, 1 month and 21 days. She was born July 24, 1989, in Jonesboro, AR, and was a lifetime resident of Trumann. Krissy worked at ARG in Jonesboro and was a member of First...
Gary L. Furnish
Sep 14, 2024
Gary Lee Furnish, 79, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 14, 2024. Born on April 4, 1945, in Lake City, he was the son of Eileen Crystal Powell.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Gary served his country with honor. After his military service, he worked at Dana Incorporated as a dedicated factory worker for many years. Gary...
Harmon B. Whitehurst
Sep 7, 2024
Harmon B. Whitehurst, 99, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away at Ridgecrest Health and Rehabilitation on September 7, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1924, in Searcy, Arkansas, to Yarnell D. Whitehurst, Sr. (Myrtle) and Edith M. Pickens. Harmon was a member of the Nettleton Methodist Church in Jonesboro, Arkansas and was a Minister. He was a veteran of the...
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