Obituaries

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,...

Jun 15, 2021

Myron Finchem, 68 of Hardy, passed from this life June 15, 2021 at St. Bernards.  He was born to Martin and Veda North Finchem in Red Oak, Iowa.  Myron had worked as an autobody  tech.  He loved fishing and riding motorcycles.

Myron is survived by sons, Jesse Finchem of Glenwood, Iowa and William Anderson of Hardy; daughters,...

Jun 14, 2021

Michael Lee Gagliano, 52 of Jonesboro passed from this life Monday, June 14, 2021.  He was born in Las Vegas on June 6, 1969.   He proudly served in the US Navy for four years.  He worked as an electrician with his Dad at Five  Star Electric.  Michael had lived in Jonesboro since 1984, coming from Las Vegas.  He was...

Jun 14, 2021

Wallace (Wally) Raymond Jackson Jr., 59, of Jonesboro passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at his home in Jonesboro.  He was a father, son, brother, and faithful companion.

Wally was born in Osceola, Arkansas, to Wallace and Pat Jackson.  He was a three-sport letterman and all-around best athlete his senior year at Osceola High.  He was also...

Jun 14, 2021

Buster Stephenson, 73, of Harrisburg, passed from this life Monday, June 14, 2021 at his home. He was born on February 14, 1948 in Trumann to the late Beatrice and Tommie Stephenson. In addition to his parents, Buster is preceded in death by his son, Ronnie Stephenson; sister, Reba Carter; and brother; Johnnie Stephenson.

Buster lived his...

Jun 13, 2021

Grayson James Joiner of Brookland was born and passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital.

He is preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents, Jessie James McDuffey Sr. and Mary Lou McDuffey.

Survivors include his parents, Arlita Bonds and Scottie Joiner; brother, Julian Dewayne Joiner; 2 sisters, Kaylin Nicole...

Jun 13, 2021

Emma Lou Maria Coots-Parker, 40, of Jonesboro passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 at her home. She was born October 17, 1980 in Jonesboro to Laura Sherry Crain and the late Charles Wesley Crain Jr. Emma was of the Catholic Faith. Emma was a stay at home mother to her 3 amazing children, Skyler, Eben and Hudson. Her children...

Jun 13, 2021

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Vernon Travis Stone, 98, of Jonesboro passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, June 13, 2021

He was born November 2, 1922 at Warm Springs, Arkansas in Randolph County to the late John Wesley and Stella Floyd Stone.

He joined the Navy in 1940 at the...

Jun 12, 2021

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Margaret Louise Stella Akers, 86, of Brandon, MS, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS with family members by her side.

A visitation for family and friends will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home, Brandon, MS on Thursday, June 17, 2021,...