Obituaries

Jan 11, 2025

Dollie Mae Adams, 76, of Jonesboro, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on December 22, 1948, in Jonesboro to the late Traul and Delphia Vickery.

Dollie was a hardworking woman who found joy in her family, her home, and the beauty of...

Jan 10, 2025

Saundra Kay Pickle, 78, of Jonesboro, passed from this life Friday, January 10, 2025. Kay grew up in Leachville, was a 1963 graduate of Leachville High School, then lived her adult life in Otwell and Jonesboro. She had been a member of the United Methodist Church since her youth and a member of Mt. Carmel UMC for 55 years....

Jan 10, 2025

Joan Potter, 81, passed away from this life on January 10th, 2025.

She was born in Panama City, Florida in 1943 to John David Owens and Essie Westona Johns. Joan graduated from Brewster Adult Technical School in 1976 in Practical Nursing. She continued her educated at Arkansas State University, where she graduated in 1989 with an Associates...

Jan 9, 2025

Carole Ward Gilliam, 89, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Thursday January 9, 2025 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on July 28, 1935 in Jonesboro to the late Dewey and Bonnie Catherine Ward.

Carole has lived in Jonesboro all of her life and was a devoted member of St. Mark’s...

Jan 8, 2025

Regina Sue Jenkins, 74, of Bono, formerly of Marked Tree, peacefully departed this life at her home on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Born on June 6, 1950, to the late Grady and Bernice Muse in Harrisburg, Regina lived a life of service, love, and unwavering devotion to her family and faith.

For over...

Jan 6, 2025

Our dear Emma Crenshaw was born on August 6th, 1950 to the parentage of the late Oliver & Tensie Taylor of Weiner, Arkansas. She was a 1969 graduate of Jonesboro High School. She spent a majority of her lifetime in Benton Harbor, Michigan raising her beloved & cherished son, Andre Crenshaw & enjoyed being an amazing grandmother to her...

Jan 6, 2025

Mary K. Hanks, 92, of Jonesboro, died Monday, January 6, 2025, at St. Elizabeth’s Nursing Center.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1955, moving here from Roseland, Mississippi.  She was born in Oglesby Texas on February 18, 1932, to Guy and Bessie Jones.  She was a self-employed caretaker for many families over the years.  She was of the Protestant...

Jan 6, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Dugan, 83, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. He was born on August 15, 1941 in Trumann, AR to James and Nellie Rae (England) Dugan.

Kenneth was in the United States Army and served in Vietnam. He was a parts manager for Massey Ferguson in Valley...

Jan 5, 2025

Alvin (Al) Damery Haworth, 82, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away suddenly on January 5th, 2025 surrounded by family while enjoying a gathering at his home. Al was born November 3rd, 1942 in Aitkin, Minnesota. The son of Floyd and Mary (Damery) Haworth. Al graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1961 and enlisted in The United States Navy that...

Jan 5, 2025

Park Todd Vickers, 62, of Jonesboro, passed away on January 5, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born in Trumann, AR, on October 14, 1962, to Mary Helen Vickers and the late Lindbergh Vickers Sr. In addition to his father, Park was preceded in death by his beloved pet, Pooh Jason Vickers.

Park was a...

Jan 4, 2025

Danny Peek, 71, of a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died on January 4, 2025, at his home.  He was born in Harrisburg on October 18, 1953, to Harold and Frances Peek.  He was of the Baptist belief.  His hobbies included fishing and reading.  In addition to is parents, he was preceded in death by one brother.

Survivors...

Jan 4, 2025

Zepha Mae Allen, 88, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on January 18, 1936, in Jonesboro to the late Archie and Milie Gregory, Zepha spent much of her adult life in Helena and was a devoted member of Bethany Baptist Church.

Zepha was a talented and creative individual...

Jan 3, 2025

Lones Major Milligan Jr., 79, of Lake City, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born on January 23, 1945, to the late Lones Major Sr. and Lorene Milligan, Major was a lifelong resident of Lake City and a devoted member of Refuge Church.

Major’s life was a testament to...

Jan 2, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Patricia Kay Wolfe, affectionately known as “Kay Kay.” Kay was a remarkable lady and will be greatly missed. She will be remembered for her kind, jovial nature, commitment to her Methodist faith, incredible fashion sense, and impeccably applied red lipstick. She loved...

Jan 1, 2025

Charlene Elizabeth Britton, 79, a lifetime resident of Lake City, passed away on January 1, 2025 at Lakeside Nursing Center. She was born on December 26, 1945 in Lake City to Jessie and Bessie Hopkins.

Charlene was of the Baptist belief and was a member of Refuge Baptist Church, where she enjoyed attending services and visiting with...

Jan 1, 2025

Eddie Dean Wheeley, 74, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at his home in Bono, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 18, 1950, to Earl and Virginia Wheeley in Jonesboro, Eddie spent his life rooted in the Jonesboro and Bono communities.

Eddie was a man of the Baptist faith, and dedicated 25 years of...

Jan 1, 2025

Mandy Lou Thompson, 82, of Jonesboro died January 1, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital.  She was born in Newark, Arkansas on December 9, 1942, to Theodore and Irene Woodruff, and lived in Newport until 1977, when she moved to Jonesboro. She retired from Southwestern Bell Corporation.  Mandy was an excellent cook and made many appetizing dishes.  In addition to...

Dec 29, 2024

Bobby Gene Pierce Jr., 54, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at his home on December 29, 2024. Born on January 6, 1970, in Trumann, Arkansas, he was the son of Bobby and Rosalea Pierce.

Bobby was a dedicated farmer who found joy in the simplicity and solitude of rural life. An avid outdoorsman, he cherished his time...

Dec 29, 2024

David Michael Kraft, 41, passed away on December 29, 2024, in Jonesboro, AR. He was born to the late Sharon Kraft in Las Vegas, NV, on October 22, 1983. In addition to his mother, David was preceded in death by his adopted parents, Hope and James Lawrence.

David spent most of his life in Northeast Arkansas. Professionally,...

Dec 29, 2024

Cheryl Rae Reedy, 63, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born on December 5, 1961, in Aurora, Illinois, Cheryl was the cherished daughter of Terrie Podschweit and the late Karen Bradford.

Cheryl was a vibrant spirit, known for her love of conversation and her knack for connecting with others. She...