Obituaries

Jul 23, 2025

Linda Watson Gann, 73, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Ridgecrest Health & Rehab. She was born October 27, 1951 in Harrisburg to the late Vernie and Nora Bell Watson.

Linda has lived in the Jonesboro area most of her life and was a member of Temple Baptist Church. Linda enjoyed...

Jul 23, 2025

Debbie Findley, 67, of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025.  Having lived most of her life in Jonesboro, most people that knew her agree that she wanted things done her way. She was born in Berrin Springs, Michigan to Franklin and Pearl Thomas on July 29, 1957. She worked in the health care profession for many years.  Debbie enjoyed...

Jul 22, 2025

Jerry Eugene Kirby, 75, of Marmaduke, passed away on July 22, 2025 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born on February 21, 1950 in Marked Tree to Alvie King Kirby and Janie Palmer Kirby.

Jerry loved tinkering with lawnmowers and building. He was a talented carpenter and craftsman. More than anything, Jerry loved his...

Jul 22, 2025

On July 22, 2025, we lost a wonderful man—a brother, a father, and a grandfather. He left this Earth far too soon. He had been excited and was preparing for his trip to the Arkansas AA convention in Hot Springs.

Thank God we spoke for three hours the night before his passing. Strangely enough, we spent that...

Jul 22, 2025

Connie Crafton, 91, went to her eternal rest July 22, 2025, after a brief hospice stay. She was born Aug 10, 1933, in Portia, Ar and lived most of her life in Craighead County, graduating from Egypt High School. She was a member of Central Baptist Church, and served as a volunteer there for many years. She valued her...

Jul 22, 2025

Larry David Pagan, 77, of Poughkeepsie, passed away at St. Bernards Medical Center on July 22, 2025. Larry was born in Bay on August 7, 1947, to the late Luther and Naomi Pagan. In addition to his parents, Larry is preceded in death by his brother, Danny Pagan; brother-in-law Hal Onstead; and nephew Michael Pagan.

Larry was...

Jul 21, 2025

Donna Elkins Buchanan, 86, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born on June 20, 1939, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to the late Herbert and Thelma Waddell. Donna was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. She loved to share her love of God...

Jul 19, 2025

Teresa Faye Walls, age 68, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Jonesboro.

She was born on May 30, 1957, in Manila, Arkansas, to William and Brenda Smith. Teresa was a woman of quiet strength, enduring faith, and deep love for her family.

She shared 51 years of marriage with...

Jul 18, 2025

Shelia Rae Buazard, 63, of Bono, passed from this life on July 18, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center.  She had lived in Bono for the past 39 years.  She was born on July 26, 1961, to Ray and Vennie Wilcoxson in Harrisburg, Arkansas.  She was of the Baptist belief.  Shelia loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.  ...

Jul 18, 2025

Thelma "Sharon" Rook, 83, of Ash Flat, passed from this life on Friday, July 18, 2025. She was born on December 13, 1941, in Wyandotte, Michigan, to the late Bob and Maybelle Jones. Sharon was of the Christian faith and a lifelong advocate for education and family.

She earned her master’s degree in Special Education from Arkansas...

Jul 15, 2025

Loeda Ahlberg (96) of Jonesboro, AR entered into the presence of the Lord on July 15, 2025.

A woman of unwavering faith and remarkable strength, Loeda lived a life rich in love, family, and steadfast devotion. Born on October 11, 1928, she embodied the spirit of Southern charm, always quick with a kind word and a welcoming...

Jul 14, 2025

Beloved mom and teacher, Dona Ann Hedger Goodnight of Jonesboro passed away peacefully in her home at the age of 77 on July 14, 2025. Born to Orvel Orlan and Christine Hedger on July 6, 1948 in Jonesboro, AR, Dona was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Because of her outstanding dedication to children, Dona...

Jul 14, 2025

Charles Davis Frierson III carried forward an extraordinary legacy of public service and civic dedication that has helped shape Jonesboro, Arkansas, for many decades. Following in the distinguished footsteps of Charles Davis Frierson Sr. and Jr., he embodied the family's unwavering commitment to building community, fostering development, and serving the public good.

Charles Davis Frierson III's passing,...

Jul 12, 2025

Brenda Book Ward, 77, of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born September 4, 1947 in Jonesboro to the late Hulan and Catty (Wall) Adams. She graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1965. Brenda was a member of Woods Chapel Baptist Church in Brookland. She was employed at...

Jul 10, 2025

Terry Dewayne Puckett, 76, of Imboden, passed away on July 10, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 16, 1948 in Walnut Ridge to Claude “Babe” Puckett and Daisy Jones Puckett.

Terry was a proud United States Army veteran, serving two tours in the Vietnam War. During his military career,...

Jul 8, 2025

Donna Kay Kirksey, 70, of Jonesboro, passed on to Heaven Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at AMMC Hospital in Paragould.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1967, moving here from Osceola.  She was born in Flint, Michigan, to Bill and Elizabeth Dresbach on October 3, 1954.  Donna was a long-time member of Walnut Street Baptist Church.  She retired from Arkansas...

Jul 6, 2025

Thomas Cloud Griffin, 62, of Bay, died peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Cloud was born September 27, 1962, in Little Rock to Thomas and Francis Griffin. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gil Griffin.

He grew up in Gurdon, Arkansas and...

Jul 6, 2025

Sherry Lynn Adkins, 63, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on July 6, 2025. She was born on June 27, 1962, in Jonesboro to Charles and Delores Johnston.

A graduate of Brookland High School, Sherry moved to Tennessee shortly after graduation, eventually returning to her hometown in the early 2000s.

Sherry had a passion for gardening,...

Jul 5, 2025

Georgia Ester Delores Granger, 87, of Finch, passed away on July 5, 2025 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Delores, lovingly known as Aunt DeeDee to her family and friends, was born on March 1, 1938 in Walcott to Jonas Forkum and Maude Bowman Forkum.

Delores loved gardening and tending to her flower beds. She always...

Jul 3, 2025

“ Different, Not Less .”

Daylen “Dayday” Elijah Thomas, 16, of Jonesboro, passed away on July 3, 2025, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 20, 2008, in Forrest City, Arkansas, to Tarrangula Thomas and Calvin Thomas.

Dayday was a sweet, respectful son and a protective brother. He was...