Obituaries

Jun 1, 2020

On Monday, June 1, 2020, Dr. Nancy Lovern Malcolm, 57, of Pocahontas, passed away peacefully after a lengthy and hard fought battle with health issues, under the care of the wonderful and hard-working staff at St Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Born at Rosieres-En-Haye, France, Nancy spent her early years on the French Air Force Base, and...

May 31, 2020

Phil Phillips, 70, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Sunday, May 31, 2020, at his home of natural causes.

Phil was a native and life-long resident of Jonesboro. He was a 1967 graduate of Nettleton High School and a 1971 graduate of Arkansas State University. Phil was active in the organization and coordination of the Nettleton...

May 28, 2020

Malachi Ares Pendleton, infant son of Pamela Ruth Coulter and Maurice Pendleton of Jonesboro, was born into Heaven on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at NEA Baptist Medical Center in Jonesboro.

In addition to his parents, survivors include 1 sister, Makayla Pendleton, and 2 brothers: Maurice Pendleton, Jr. and Maxwell Pendleton, all of the home; his maternal grandfather...

May 26, 2020

Greg A Stine passed from this life Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at his home. He was born May 7, 1953 to Bill & Naurinne Stine in Wenatchee, Washington. He was united in marriage to Barbara (Bobbie) Stine on May 21, 1992. During his working years Greg was a tire salesman for Batesville Tire and Goodyear Wingfoot out of Memphis....

May 25, 2020

James Harold Daniel, 86, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Monday, May 25, 2020, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

James was born in Walnut Ridge and lived much of his life there before moving to Jonesboro about 20 years ago. James worked several years for Jansen Feed & Seed in Walnut...

May 25, 2020

Ralph E. Buhrmester, Jr., 80, of Jonesboro, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

A native of Jonesboro, Ralph was a graduate of Jonesboro High School and a graduate of Arkansas State College. He farmed several years with his family in the Otwell community of Craighead County...

May 24, 2020

Gregory Eugene Bean, 44, of Jonesboro passed from this life Sunday, May 24, 2020 at his home. He was born August 30, 1975 in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri to Steve and Joetta Bandy.

Greg has lived in Jonesboro most of his life and was of the Baptist belief. He was a business owner and enjoyed serving his...

May 23, 2020

Mrs. Lucille Mahon passed away peacefully at her home in Jonesboro on May 23rd.  Mrs. Mahon was born November 13,1919 in Hickory Ridge, AR and was a retired school teacher.  She retired at the age of 83 and had taught for 60+ years.

Lucille was a member of the First Methodist Church of Jonesboro.  Her hobbies she...

May 22, 2020

Our beloved mother, Doris “Doc” Janelle Adams Bishop was 91 when she passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born December 24, 1928 in Brookland to the late Hugh and Beulah Slayton Adams. Doris lived in Brookland her entire life and was an Arkansas Antebellum family descendant of Pine Log...

May 22, 2020

James Lavern Lisk , 76, of Lake City passed from his life Friday, May 22, 2020 at NEA Baptist hospital. He was born to the late James Herbert and Pauline Lisk in Caraway on May 9, 1944. James has resided in Lake City since 1955 after coming from Caraway. He was a member of Friendship Assembly of God Church....

May 21, 2020

Bobby W. Shelton, 78, of Jonesboro passed away peacefully Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  Bobby Was preceded in death by his parents, J.S. and Ruth “Johnnie” Shelton, one brother, J. D. Shelton; a sister, Kathryn Simpson; brother in law, Floyd Simpson, Sr.; and sister in law, Jimmie Lee Shelton. Bobby was a...

May 20, 2020

ARLIE WADE EANES, 84, of Jonesboro completed his earthly journey on May 20, 2020 at his home.  He was born on June 17, 1935 in North Little Rock to the late Ottoway “Papa” Eanes and Ruby “Nanny” Eanes.  He was a faithful member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church. He worked for Exxon as a diesel mechanic before retiring in...

May 19, 2020

Oma Alene Dooley, 83, of Brookland passed from this life Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born to the late William Dawson and Esther Clairday on September 17, 1936 in Vian, Oklahoma.

Oma has resided in the Brookland area for most of her life and was a long time member...

May 19, 2020

Rana Faye Nicley, 69 of Marmaduke passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at St. Bernards Medical Center where she was surrounded by her family. Rana was born July 24, 1950 and spent the majority of her life in Marmaduke/Paragould area. She loved living life, and enjoyed spending time with her friends, family, and especially her grandchildren. She was...

May 18, 2020

Dennis Lynn Goodman, 57, of Trumann passed from this life Monday, May 18, 2020 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born May 4, 1963 in Lepanto to the late Johnny and Margaret Goodman.

Dennis has lived in Trumann all of his life and was of the Missionary Baptist belief. His home church was...

May 17, 2020

Gerald David Henry, 80, of Jonesboro, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Born in Craighead County, Gerald lived his life in the Jonesboro area. He was a self-employed over-the-road driver and while serving in the U.S. Army, he had the privilege of driving for the Blue...

May 17, 2020

Frances Elaine Bower, 79, of Jonesboro, went to be with her Lord on May 17, 2020, at NEA Baptist Hospital.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1973.  She was a member of Cathedral Missionary Baptist Church and for many years was the church secretary.  Her passion was to help people.  She was a registered nurse and retired from St....

May 15, 2020

Michael Stanley "Mike" Andrews, 69, of Bay, passed from this life on May 15, 2020, at his home of natural causes.

Born and raised in Jonesboro, Mike attended Jonesboro schools and was in the JHS Senior Class of 1968. He moved to Bay in 1977, worked several years for Frito-Lay of Jonesboro and attended the First Baptist...

May 14, 2020

Sharon Ann Taylor, 71, left this life on May 14, 2020 surrounded by her loving family at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Sharon was born on August 21st, 1948 to Claude Bryan and Martha Barnes Bryan in Memphis, Tennessee. She received her bachelor’s degree from Memphis State University and her Master’s and...

May 14, 2020

Frank Dominick (Donnie) Rinaldi III passed away on May 14, 2020 in Benton, Arkansas.  He was born on December 9, 1958 in Marianna, Arkansas.  Donnie was a prodigy musician, especially talented on lead guitar. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Dominick Rinaldi II and Billie Jean Guerrero, sister Rebecca Ann Garrett.

Survivors include his...