Obituaries

Jul 5, 2021

Aurora Renee McCann of Jonesboro was born into Heaven on Monday, July 5, 2021 in Jonesboro. Aurora’s parents, Gabriel and Elaina, both of Jonesboro attend Community of Christ Kids Bible Club. She is preceded in death by her paternal great grandfather, Robert Hall and maternal great grandfather, George Johnson; and great grandmother, Jenny McCann.

Aurora is survived...

Jul 4, 2021

David Walter Judd, 74, of Jonesboro passed from this life on July 4, 2021. He was born on July 6, 1946 in Lake City to the late Trisha Poeteete Judd. David lived in Northeast Arkansas most of his life and had many different careers. However, the time he spent in Biloxi, Mississippi with his restaurant on the beach was...

Jul 4, 2021

Neala McFarland, 64, of Bay, formerly of Egypt, Arkansas, went to be with God July 4, 2021. She was born to the late Neil and Gladys Ingram on December 3, 1956. She was of the Church of Christ belief. Neala loved yard sales, online selling, auctions, good food and most of all, seeing her three grandkids. She loved helping...

Jul 3, 2021

Mar Sue Pierce, 82  of  Walnut Ridge passed from this life July 3, 2021 at her residence.  She was born in Pontiac, Michigan to James and  Zepha Gage on June, 30, 1939.  Mar Sue was a checkout supervisor at Walmart and a member of the Church of Christ.  She enjoyed fishing, shopping,  loved  gardening and  flowers.  She is preceded...

Jul 3, 2021

Byron Edward "Butch" Burrow, 69, of Jonesboro, died Saturday, July 3, 2021, from injuries sustained in a boating accident while fishing in Prairie County near Hazen.

Born July 9, 1951, in Jonesboro to Edward and Luella Turman Burrow, Butch was a 1969 graduate of Nettleton High School where he was a member of the football and track...

Jul 3, 2021

Mildred Prescott, 101, a resident at The Villa, Jonesboro, AR passed away on Saturday July 3, 2021, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on October 20, 1919, in Jackson, TN to the late John Denton and Myrtle Lillard.

Mildred was a member of The First United Methodist Church, of Jonesboro and former...

Jul 2, 2021

Lawrence Nevin Gnagey, 91, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on July 2, 2021.

Known to his friends and family as Larry and to his school students as Mr. G., he was born in Chadwick, Illinois, in 1930 to Lelo and Virginia Gnagey.  The son of a school superintendent, Larry and his family landed in the small community...

Jul 2, 2021

Barbara Mathis, 85, of Jonesboro passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born January 17, 1936 in Hardy to the late Owen “Chubb” and Lois Utley. Barbara was a member of North Main Baptist Church. She was a 1956 graduate of Southern Baptist College. Barbara then graduated from Arkansas State...

Jul 1, 2021

Wanda Mae Keller Sellers, 86, of Jonesboro passed from this life Thursday, July 1, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.

She was born to the late Homer and Ila Pearl Sitz on January 18, 1935 in Hardy, Arkansas. After being born and raised in Hardy where she was crowned Miss...

Jun 29, 2021

Alan Scott Smith, 49, of Turner passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at his home. He was born February 10, 1972 in Helena to Linda Smith and the late Colin Smith. Scott enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with family.

In addition to his father, Scott was preceded in death by a special friend, Kelly Ford.

Jun 29, 2021

Nellie Hatridge, 92, of Jonesboro, passed peacefully from this life to her heavenly home on June 29, 2021, at the Craighead County Nursing Center.  She was born December 23, 1928, in Nevada County, Arkansas to Charles and Agnes Borror Jennings. In 1935 they moved to Craighead County, where she was raised by Nora and James Griffin, after her parents...

Jun 25, 2021

Brenda Lanier, 69, of Jonesboro passed away Friday, June 25, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born in Carlisle, Arkansas on November 23, 1952 to Billy G. and Ina Faye Craig. Brenda graduated from Carlisle High School. She was a member of the Bono United Methodist Church and she worked for Walmart, Target, Trade Center, and Dillard’s....

Jun 25, 2021

Barbara Jane Butler, 70, of Conway passed from this life on Friday, June 25, 2021 at Conway Regional Hospital. She was born to the late James and Jane Butler on September 11, 1950 in Jonesboro. Barbara was a Teacher for Jonesboro High School for 28 years before retiring.  She enjoyed watching Westerns, listening to music, and spending time with...

Jun 24, 2021

Erasmo Perez, 60, of Brookland, passed from this life Thursday, June 24, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital. Erasmo was born on January 22, 1961 to Stella and Max Perez. He is preceded in death by his father, Max Perez; and brother, Michael Perez.

Erasmo lived in Northeast Arkansas for more than 20 years. He was a jack...

Jun 24, 2021

Paul Edward Miller, 65, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Thursday, June 24, 2021. He was born to the late LV and Barbara Miller on July 4, 1955. Paul was a US Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War. He was a truck driver for most of his life. Paul enjoyed barbequing, recycling, and couponing. In addition...

Jun 22, 2021

Charles "Chuck" Branstetter, 56, of West Memphis passed from this life on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born on January 16, 1965 in Arkansas to the late Floyd and Kaye Branstetter. In his younger days, Chuck enjoyed going to sprint car races with his wife, Angie. He loved being outdoors, spending...

Jun 18, 2021

Mr. Anthony Dowless Eggers of Jonesboro, Arkansas, departed this life on Friday, June 18, 2021, at the age of 57 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born December 5, 1963, to the late Daniel L Eggers  and Nancy Carol Veteto Miller.

Anthony spent a lot of his time playing golf, he enjoyed going on float trips,...

Jun 17, 2021

George Pruitt, 56, of Jonesboro, died Thursday, June 17, 2021 at his home.  He had lived in Jonesboro most all his life.  He served his country in the US Army.  George was considered to be an excellent carpenter.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister.

Survivors include several cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. ...

Jun 17, 2021

Gerald “Jerry” Kiech, 70 of Jonesboro passed from this life Thursday, June 17, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital.  He was born February 4, 1951 to Leland and Peggy Reid Kiech of Jonesboro.  Jerry was a nuclear control operator for Entergy. He also was a proud veteran of the US Navy and of the Methodist belief.  Jerry enjoyed motorcycles and...

Jun 15, 2021

Paul Ojo, 69, of Bay passed from this life on June 15, 2021 at his home. He was born in Nigeria on July 27, 1951. Paul had a Master’s in Social Work and worked as a Social Worker for many years, having last worked for Mid-South Health. In Paul’s free time he enjoyed vegetable and herb gardening, flowers, reading,...