Obituaries

Fred Boling

Fred Boling

Oct 25, 2025

Freddie “Fred” Cloyce O’Neal Boling, 90, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 25, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. Fred was born on August 7, 1935, in Dixie, Arkansas to Elmer and Lila Boling.

Fred dedicated his career to the banking industry and took great pride in his work. He was a devoted member of Cathedral Baptist Church...

Wilsie Mae Clayton

Wilsie Mae Clayton

Oct 27, 2025

Wilsie Mae Clayton, 80, of Williford passed from this life on Monday, October 27, 2025 at her home. She was born June 9, 1945 in Winston County, Mississippi to the late Harmon Lee and Florrie Green.

Wilsie has lived in Williford for over 30 years and was of the Baptist belief. She enjoyed going to yard sales and a great cook,...

Vedia Pankey

Vedia Pankey

Oct 22, 2025

Vedia Pankey, age 97, of Burlington, Wisconsin (formerly of Bay, AR) passed from this life into heaven, surrounded by several loving family members on October 22, 2025. She was born the oldest of four girls to the late Orville Gammill and Dizzie Balentine Gammill on September 30, 1928, in Onia, AR. She was a member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church...

Elizabeth Luann Higgins

Elizabeth Luann Higgins

Oct 25, 2025

Elizabeth Luann Higgins, 72, of Jonesboro, went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. She moved to Jonesboro from Trumann in 1978. She was born in Pawhuska, Oklahoma on September 20, 1953, to Harry Mills and Lucy Joann Hill. She retired as a teacher at Nettleton Public Schools after serving over 30...

Emmitt Rex Bickmore

Emmitt Rex Bickmore

Oct 10, 2025

Emmitt Rex Bickmore, 8-month infant son of Daniel and Cedera “CC” Bickmore, who died Friday, October 10, 2025. Emmitt was born on January 17, 2025, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. The family attended the Paragould Church of God. In Emmitt’s walker he had fun chasing everybody around the house.

Survivors include his parents, brother, Theodore Bickmore, all of the home; paternal...

Johnny Anderson Jr.

Johnny Anderson Jr.

Oct 27, 2025

Johnny Anderson Jr., 72, of Jonesboro, passed away at his home on October 27, 2025. Johnny was born in Tyronza on June 10, 1953, to the late Richetta and Johnny Anderson Sr. In addition to his parents, Johnny is preceded in death by his son, Benjamin Anderson; sisters, Margie and Mary Anderson; and brothers, Larry and Bobby Anderson.

Johnny was a...

Mary Ethelyn Vollman

Mary Ethelyn Vollman

Oct 11, 2025

Mary Ethelyn Gibbs Vollman, age 94, passed away peacefully at the Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas on October 11th 2025. Her beloved husband, Don, and her children were by her side. Born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock, Ark on March 26th, 1931. Mary Ethelyn lived a life marked by resilience, love, and devotion to her family,...

Ellen Mitchell

Ellen Mitchell

Sep 6, 2025

Ellen H Mitchell, 91, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, September 6, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri. Ellen was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Richard S. Mitchell, her brother Robert B. Houston, and her parents Dr. Bruce Houston and Elinor Emmy (Rogers) Houston.

Ellen was adopted by Bruce and...

Keith Blocker

Keith Blocker

Oct 26, 2025

Keith Martin Blocker, 68, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, surrounded by family.

He was born December 13, 1956, in Jonesboro to Darrell and Mary Lee (Bearden) Blocker. After graduating from Nettleton High School in 1975, he attended Arkansas State University receiving Bachelor of Science degrees in both Physics and Mechanical Engineering. Upon graduation, Keith worked in...

Johnny R. Emmons

Johnny R. Emmons

Oct 24, 2025

Johnny R. Emmons, 88, a life-long resident of Jonesboro, went to his Heavenly reward on Friday, October 24, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on August 20, 1937, in Maynard, Arkansas to A.D. and Jessie Emmons. He was the owner/operator of Emmons Poultry. He served his country in the US Army National Guard and served during the...

Julia Claire Swanner

Julia Claire Swanner

Oct 23, 2025

Julia Claire Swanner, 71, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at her home. She was born on January 14, 1954, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to the late William and Marsha LaCaze. Julia moved to Jonesboro from Natchitoches at the age of sixteen, where she made her home and raised her family. She was of the Catholic faith.

Julia...

Buddy Harrison

Buddy Harrison

Oct 23, 2025

Buddy Harrison, 96, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully at his home on October 23, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1929, in Leachville, Arkansas, to George and Mamie Harrison.

Buddy worked as a lineman for Craighead Electric for 40 years, and before that, he was employed with 7 Counties Group. He was a true outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, grilling,...

Michael Wayne Myers

Michael Wayne Myers

Oct 22, 2025

Michael Wayne “Uncle Mike” Myers, 70, of Jonesboro, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born September 20, 1955, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late James and Edith Myers.

Mike was of the Baptist faith. He retired from Channel 3 News in Memphis after several years of service. After moving to Jonesboro, he worked for...

Joyce Ann Mize

Joyce Ann Mize

Oct 21, 2025

Joyce Ann Mize, 80, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born April 7, 1945, to the late Roy and Louise Throgmorton in Leachville, Arkansas. Joyce was a devoted member of Friendly Hope Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, bowling, and going anywhere at any time, as long as...

Judi Findley

Judi Findley

Oct 19, 2025

Judi Findley, 67, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 19, 2025 at her home. She was born on April 14, 1958 in Redondo Beach, California.

Judi had a compassionate nature and enjoyed caring for animals. She worked for many years as the office manager at Southwest Drive Animal Clinic in Jonesboro. Judi loved her family more than anything. She was a...

Carroll Calvert Carr

Carroll Calvert Carr

Oct 18, 2025

Carroll Calvert Carr, age 95, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House with his family at the bedside.

He was born on February 24, 1930, in the Fifty-Six community, to the late Harry and Doris Calvert Carr. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Lois, son Terrell (Mary)...

David Dickey Terrell

David Dickey Terrell

Oct 16, 2025

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David Dickey Terrell, 78, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Thursday, October 16, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital. He was a member of First Church of Jonesboro. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam era. Having retired from General Electric, he was very active in his church, where he was an usher...

Luga Peraza

Luga Peraza

Oct 15, 2025

Luga Peraza, 92, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2025, at her home in Jonesboro. Luga was born in Sinaloa, Mexico, on September 14, 1933, to the late Rafael and Amelia Peraza.

Luga was a dedicated single parent raising four children. She was a fighter, overcoming struggles and adversity to give her family the loving life they deserved. Luga had a...

Justin E. Whitson

Justin E. Whitson

Oct 13, 2025

Justin E. Whitson, 49, of Jonesboro, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1976, in Aurora, Illinois, to Marty Whitson and the late Debbie Medel.

Justin grew up in Stockton, California, before moving to Arkansas. He was a believer in Christ. Justin worked for Walmart since 1996, serving at various store locations...

Beverly Diane Chedister

Beverly Diane Chedister

Oct 12, 2025

It is with love and gentle sorrow that we celebrate the life of Beverly Faries Chedister, who passed away peacefully October 12th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Though her absence leaves a deep ache in our hearts, we take comfort in knowing she is free from pain and at peace.

Beverly was born on November 18, 1969, in...