Obituaries

Feb 20, 2021

David Mahan Wright, 66, of Jonesboro, Ar, left for “the spirit in the sky” on Friday, February 19, 2021. He was born in Honolulu, HI on Feb 4, 1955 to WWII US Navy Veteran Carol Wright, USN WASP. David was a proud graduate of the University of Arkansas (BS Bacteriology). He then enrolled at the Texas Heart Institute (School...

Feb 19, 2021

Charles Monroe Coburn, 71, of Brookland, departed this life at home on February 19, 2021.  Born June 26,1949, to the late James Monroe and Lucille Coburn, he was a member of Central Baptist Church in Jonesboro.  Charles is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jane Kizer Coburn, one daughter, Tracy Lewis of Ozark, one son, Brandon Coburn (Alana)...

Feb 17, 2021

Roy Lester Coble, 89, of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at his home. He was born August 20, 1931 in Alamo, TN to the late Luther and Callie Wyatt Coble.

Roy has lived in Jonesboro all of his life and was a member of Forrest Home Church of the Nazarene. Roy was a...

Feb 17, 2021

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Sue Ann Mackey, 64, 0f Jonesboro passed from this life on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. She was the daughter of Mary Ida Chapman and James Roy Mackey. She is survived by her three sisters; Rusty Dancer (Terry) of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Wanda Hoyle of Bartlett, Tennessee, and Linda Clark (Hal) of Milton, Florida.

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Feb 17, 2021

Larry Russell Orr, 78, of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born January 12, 1943 in Pangburn to Willis Glenn Orr and Dorothy Orr.

Larry has lived in Jonesboro for over 40 years and was a member of Family Fellowship Baptist Church. Larry served our great nation...

Feb 17, 2021

Donny Robert Gibson, 69, of Jonesboro, passed away as a result of a single-vehicle accident on February 17, 2021.

Donny was born on July 14,1951, to Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Gibson of Jonesboro.

Feb 17, 2021

Sybel Lorene Rothrock, 94, of Jonesboro, passed from this life Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. She was born to the late William Theodore Hector and Goldia C. Ledbetter. Lorene has resided in Jonesboro since 1970 after moving around from various places such as:  St. Louis, California, and West Virginia. She was a long tenured member...

Feb 16, 2021

William Hal Feild, 74, passed from this life February 16, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. He was born November 5, 1946 in Jonesboro, to the late Henry and Lorene Feild. In addition to his parents, Hal is preceded in death by his brother, H.A. Feild IV; and his father-in-law, C.W. Borden.

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Feb 16, 2021

Phyllis Ann Melton, 60, of Jonesboro, died February 16, 2021, at her home.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1978 moving here from Paragould.  She was of the Baptist belief.  Phyllis loved caring for, and riding horses and drag racing.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her son, Brandon Wall, of Jonesboro; her...

Feb 15, 2021

Larry Rafe McKinney, 81, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Monday, February 15, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born to the late Rafe and Ruby McKinney on January 27, 1940 in Paragould.  Larry attended Mass at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Jonesboro with his wife, Mary. He enjoyed Fox Hunting and watching...

Feb 14, 2021

Carolyn Wise, 78, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Sunday, February 14, 2021 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.  She was of the Baptist belief.  She retired from Wyatt’s Cafeteria after thirty years.  Even in retirement, she still loved to cook and enjoyed helping the elderly.  She was referred to as Maw Maw by friends and family.  She was preceded...

Feb 11, 2021

Wanda Ruff, 86, of Jonesboro, was called to her Heavenly home on February 11, 2021.  She was born on March 16, 1934 in Ash Flat, Arkansas, to the late John M. and Mable M. (Exum) Gilbreath. Wanda retired from Arkansas State University.  Her greatest pleasures were doing anything for her family, watching whatever team, Tom Brady played on, and...

Feb 11, 2021

John Richard (Dick) Pickens, 81, of Jonesboro passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born on December 20, 1939, to the late O.C. Pickens, Jr. and Catherine Blanton Pickens in Strawberry, Arkansas. Dick grew up in Jonesboro and graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1958, where he excelled in basketball. He was a member of the 1956...

Feb 11, 2021

Donna Jean Stewart of Brookland, Arkansas, departed this life on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at the age of 80. She was born August 3, 1940 to the late Floyd and Lafelia James in Hunter, Arkansas.

Donna was a member of New Antioch Baptist Church in Brookland. She spent her time doing crossword puzzles, watching tv, and most...

Feb 10, 2021

William Brian “Bill” French of Jonesboro departed this life on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at the age of 70. He was born April 9, 1950 to the late Ralph and Elizabeth French in Jonesboro and was a graduate of Jonesboro High School.

William was self-employed as a farmer and chemical applicator at French Agri Services Inc and...

Feb 10, 2021

Mary Laverne Wood, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed from this life to glory on February 10, 2021.   She was born July 2, 1933 in Glen Easton, West Virginia to Ray and Mary Harris.  Mary Wood was most beloved by family and friends.   She loved Jesus, the Bible and His Kingdom.  She cared for others and in her long life contributed...

Feb 9, 2021

James Howard Keene, 90, of Jonesboro passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. He was born to the late William Clarence and Vergie Alice Keene in Epps, LA on May 8, 1930. Howard had resided in Jonesboro since 1964 and was a longtime member of Walnut Street Baptist Church.

Howard grew up in Eudora, AR. Upon...

Feb 9, 2021

Chester Ray Stitts, 55, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis. He had lived most of his life in the Jonesboro area.  He enjoyed his time at Lake Norfork, playing in the water, riding his 4-wheeler and hanging out with friends and family.  His music was very important and he like it...

Feb 8, 2021

Larry H. Pitman, 85, of Brookland passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born March 19, 1935 in Little Rock to the late Herbert and Katherine Pitman. Larry was a member of Brookland United Methodist Church. He retired from the Extension Service after 34 years. Larry was the area livestock specialist. He also...

Feb 7, 2021

Jueda McMasters, 93, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, February 7, 2021. She was born to the late Harvey and Lucille Thompson on October 6, 1927 in Big Springs, Texas. Jueda was a member at the Church of God of Mountain Assembly in Cynthiana, Kentucky. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, Earnest McMasters. Later in life,...