Obituaries

Aug 29, 2025

Mary A. Skinner, 86, of Jonesboro, passed away on August 29, 2025, at Ridgecrest Nursing Home. She was born on May 30, 1939, in Jonesboro to Alfred and Mary Simpson.

Mary was a lifelong resident of Jonesboro and a member of the Assembly of God faith. She valued her privacy and lived a quiet, simple life.

Aug 28, 2025

Dr. Rick Barker, 63, of Jonesboro, died Thursday, August 28, 2025, at his home.  Rick was born on March 1, 1962, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, to Dale and Jo Ann Barker. Rick had lived in Jonesboro since 1973, moving here from Black Rock.  He was a member of the Southwest Church.  He was a 32 Degree Scottish Rite Mason...

Aug 27, 2025

Ann “Carolyn” Wood, 88, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born in Lunsford, Arkansas, to the late Frank and Velma Pugh. Carolyn graduated from Bay High School and throughout her life enjoyed quilting, collecting dolls, and going to yard sales.

In addition to her parents,...

Aug 26, 2025

Alice Faye Fletcher Blalock, 85, of Jonesboro, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. She was raised in Bay Arkansas community and a graduate of Bay High School.

Throughout her life she enjoyed homemaking, caring for her husband, her family, reading and cooking. She was known for being a great cook, especially...

Aug 25, 2025

Barbara "Lynn" Dunham, 69, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed unexpectedly from this life on Monday, August 25, 2025. She was born on January 6, 1956, in Hancock County, Indiana, to the late Charles and Nita Dunham.

Lynn had a love for music, especially the songs of her favorite artist, Tom Jones. She enjoyed reading fashion magazines and had...

Aug 25, 2025

Steven James Miller of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on November 24, 1978, in Newport, Arkansas, Steven lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to those around him. He served as the Senior Meat Cutter at Sam’s Club, where his skill, work ethic, and friendliness made him...

Aug 24, 2025

Brenda Lee Bishop, age 75, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at her home in Cave City, Arkansas surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 1, 1950 in Holland, Missouri to Herman and Ivie Moore. Brenda worked as a homemaker and foster care provider for 30+ years. She was a loving parent and devoted caregiver...

Aug 24, 2025

David “Dave” Lynn Sandborn, 77, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025. He was born January 14, 1948, in Grand Ledge, Michigan, the first child of Louis and Mary (Wohlscheid) Sandborn.

After graduating from Grand Ledge High School, Dave proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. His time in service instilled...

Aug 22, 2025

Kathy Ann Ford passed away in her home in Bono, Arkansas on Friday, August 22, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas on July 6, 1949 to parents Ella Faye and Jessie Cline.

Kathy and her husband, Dwayne Ford, were married for 58 years and raised two children together, Angie and...

Aug 22, 2025

Phyllis ' Vickie ' Carroll of Jonesboro passed away on 8/22/2025 at her place of home.

She leaves behind her 5 children Kitty Rae, Integrity Allen, Cassandra Lillian,  Collin David and Philip Dylan. She also leaves behind her special other David Bailey.

She was born in southern California from her parents of Sheila Fitzpatrick Phillips....

Aug 22, 2025

Peggy Louise Colbert, 75, peacefully passed away on August 22, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. Peggy was born in Walnut Ridge on July 14, 1950, to Betty Wilson. Peggy is preceded in death by her parents.

Peggy was born and raised in Northeast Arkansas, where she led a simple, private life. Peggy was known as the...

Aug 22, 2025

Willard “Leamon” Lee, 88, of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, formerly of the Dixie and Lake City area, passed peacefully from this earthly world into eternity with his Lord and Savior on August 22, 2025, at the Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas, surrounded by his loving family.

Leamon was born on August 19, 1937, in Dixie, Arkansas,...

Aug 18, 2025

Barbara Ann Hutchison, 69, of Jonesboro, peacefully passed away at her home on August 18, 2025. Barbara was born in Trumann on March 27, 1956, to the late George and Ola Faye Burrow. In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her brothers Larry and Allen Burrow.

Barbara was born and raised in the...

Aug 18, 2025

Timothy Joe Quinn, 38, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Monday, August 18, 2025. He was born on February 2, 1987, in Jonesboro to the late Jimmy and Jodie Quinn.

Tim was of the Baptist faith and will be remembered for his love of spending time with friends. He enjoyed playing darts and pool, as well...

Aug 17, 2025

Hugh Allen Cornelison, 76, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born January 7, 1949 in Paragould to Floyd and Jewel Cornelison.

Hugh has lived in the Jonesboro area all of his life and was a member of Cathedral Baptist Church where he was active in...

Aug 17, 2025

Michael Angelo Watson, 65, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Sunday, August 17, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born September 29, 1959, in Jonesboro, to the late J.T. and Veda Watson.

Michael enjoyed the simple pleasures of country living. He loved hunting, riding his four-wheeler, working on the farm, tending to his garden, and...

Aug 17, 2025

Mamie “Mimi” Cox, 87, of Jonesboro, AR, joined her beloved husband, William Stanley “Bill” Cox, Jr., in heaven on August 17, 2025. Known for her nurturing personality and philanthropic ways, Mimi was the heart of family gatherings and the keeper of memories.

Mimi is preceded in death by her parents: Rhea and Lois Lomax; and her brother,...

Aug 17, 2025

James Robert Farris, 33, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away peacefully Sunday August 17th, 2025 in the company of his wife and mother. He was born April 4th, 1992 in Columbus, Ohio to Jim and Linda Farris. James grew up in Jonesboro before moving to Arizona during his junior year of high school. He signed with University of Arizona where...

Aug 15, 2025

Kenny Ray Shelton, 68, of Jonesboro passed away August 15, 2025. He loved to fish and travel. He enjoyed spending time and camping with his best friend K.B. He loved his “doggie woggies” Brandy and Lily.

He’s survived by his mother, Wilma Inmon of Jonesboro; daughter, Allie Barley; grandkids, Kano Rain, MJ, and Blue; sister, Cathy (Rickey)...

Aug 14, 2025

Anthony DeWayne Watson, Sr. was born on February 11, 1979, in San Antonio, Texas, to the late Charles Willie Watson and Shirley Ann Watson. Anthony was a God-fearing man whose warmth, generosity, and spirit touched everyone who knew him. He was raised in faith at In His Steps Church in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where his love for God and service...