Obituaries

Dec 18, 2024

Eric Calvin Cooper, 54, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. Born on September 13, 1970, to the late Eddie Cooper Jr. and Wilma Adams Cooper in Jonesboro, Eric lived a life filled with love, generosity, and dedication.

Eric built a successful career as a motor repair salesman at...

Dec 17, 2024

Diane Elleen Hawkey, 78, of Jonesboro, was born May 20, 1946 and passed away Dec 17, 2024 at St. Bernard’s Hospital surrounded by her family.

Diane is survived by her husband Chuck Turner of Jonesboro, her children David Hawkey of Little Rock, Cairenn Voigt of San Francisco, CA, and Christine Hawkey of Jonesboro, her brother Michael Teague...

Dec 15, 2024

Earnestine M. Ladd, 91, of Bay, passed from this life on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. Earnestine was truly one of a kind—a woman full of life, love, and laughter. She was as sparkling as the stories she told and lived a life that reminded us all to embrace every moment, love fiercely, and...

Dec 15, 2024

Robert “Bob” Wiseman, 84, of Brookland, died Sunday, December 15, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital.  He had lived in Jonesboro for over 58 years.  He was born in Dexter, Missouri on September 28, 1940, to Ervin and Thelma Wiseman. Bob was a faithful member and deacon at Prospect Baptist Church.  He placed God first in his life, followed by...

Dec 15, 2024

John Gaylon Coleman, 87, of Jonesboro, formerly of Slidell, Louisiana passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born June 8, 1937 in Hornbeak, Tennessee to the late Wade and Zobeida Coleman. John retired from Lockheed Martin. He was a member of Washington Ave. Church of Christ and a former member...

Dec 14, 2024

Norma Jean Butts, 80, of Bono, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. Born on June 22, 1944, in Clover Bend, Arkansas, she was the cherished daughter of the late George and Muriel Fowler.

Norma was a devoted member of the Bono Church of Christ,...

Dec 12, 2024

Bryan Keith Ulmer, 57, of Paragould, died at his home in Paragould.  He had lived in Paragould for 20 years, moving there from Jonesboro.  He was born on December 16, 1966, to Louie and Billie Ulmer. Bryan was a member of the Hillcrest Church of Christ.  He was very active in the University Heights Lions Club.  He served his...

Dec 11, 2024

Philip Alan Jackson, age 67, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on December 11, 2024, following a valiant 3.5 years living with ALS. He was born on December 9, 1957, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Philip was fun-loving, funny, kind, humble and talented. He was best known for his love of music.

Philip had a successful 28-year career serving...

Dec 11, 2024

Michael Carol Hottel II, lovingly known as M.C., departed this life on December 11, 2024, at the age of 48, surrounded by his devoted family at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on September 22, 1976, in Jonesboro, M.C. lived a life marked by service, dedication, and an enduring love for his community.

M.C. found...

Dec 11, 2024

Lisa Michelle Larkins, 44, of Jonesboro passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024. She was born July 3, 1980 in Sterling, Illinois to James larkins Sr. and Lucille “Lucy” Larkins both of Jonesboro. Lisa attended Nettleton Schools and was an avid reader. Most of all she loved her family.

Lisa was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents,...

Dec 10, 2024

Patti May, 74, of Jonesboro, departed this life on December 10, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  Patti was born on December 11, 1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to June May and the late T.L. May.  She was a devout Christian and member of the First Methodist Church in Jonesboro.

After graduating from Pocahontas High...

Dec 9, 2024

Jean Evelyn Strauser, 85, of Jonesboro passed from this life Monday December 9, 2024 at Providence Assisted Living in Searcy. She was born June 13, 1939 in Jonesboro to the late Bryan and Flora McCrady.

Jean grew up in Rector where at the age of 16, she graduated as salutatorian of Rector High School in 1956. She...

Dec 9, 2024

Fidencia Trevino Perez, 59, of Trumann, died December 9, 2024, peacefully at her home.

Ms. Perez was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified Hispanic Translator, and recently retired from St. Jude Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She formerly worked as a Therapist/Social Worker for Families Inc., of Jonesboro, and Mid-South Health Systems.

Before her graduation from...

Dec 9, 2024

Linda Faye Kniker, 77, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, peacefully passed from this life on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born on March 6, 1947, in Braggadocio, Missouri, to the late William and Georgie Short.

Linda dedicated much of her life to nurturing others. She worked for an adoption agency in St. Louis, lovingly caring for newborns until...

Dec 8, 2024

Weldon Eugene Tounsand, 80, departed this life on December 8, 2024, at his home in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on February 6, 1944, in Bono, Arkansas, to Ira and Lela Tounsand, Weldon grew up in a large, loving family.

Weldon spent 46 years in St.Louis before returning to Jonesboro where he lived for 20 years. He also attended...

Dec 6, 2024

Nancy Kay Young, 81, of Jonesboro, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro with her family by her side. Nancy was born on April 7, 1943 to parents Nola Bennett Yarbrough and Earl Yarbrough, Sr. of Trumann. She graduated Trumann High School as valedictorian and then earned her Bachelor...

Dec 5, 2024

Michael Shawn Pearson, 42, departed this life on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Born on March 31, 1982, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Michael was the beloved son of Mike and Barbara Pearson.

A lifelong resident of Jonesboro, Michael was a member of Fisher Street United Methodist Church. He cherished the simple joys of life, such as riding horses on...

Dec 4, 2024

Roy Dale Wood, 68, of Jonesboro, Arkansas departed from this life on December 4, 2024 at Northeast Arkansas Baptist Memorial Hospital. Born on April 18, 1956, in Marianna, Arkansas he was the son of John David Wood and Ruby Pearl Wood.

He is preceded in death by his father John David Wood, paternal grandparents, Eugene and Mildred...

Dec 3, 2024

Alvin B. Allen, 82, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at his home.  He had lived in Jonesboro for the past 39 years, moving here from Hickory ridge. He was born in Wynne, Arkansas on September 4, 1942, to Russell and Villa Allen. He was of the Baptist belief.  He had several hobbies, but his favorites were hunting,...

Nov 30, 2024

Kathy Ann Luna, 59, of Harrisburg, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on December 14, 1964, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Robert Leonard and Patricia Vanderburg Cabrera.

Kathy was a woman of great spirit and artistic passion. She was of the Baptist faith and...