Obituaries

Aug 18, 2024

Debra Yvonne Simpson, 69, of Jonesboro passed away from this life Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born November 12, 1954, to the late James and Gustavah Goad. In addition to her parents: she was preceded in death by three brothers, Shelby Thompson, Jim Goad and Dean Goad. Survivors include husband Robert Simpson; one daughter Patricia Ladeau; one granddaughter...

Aug 17, 2024

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Gwendolyn Joyce Forehand Holder, 90, of Conway formerly of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was born February 28, 1934, in the Clear Lake community of Lawrence County, the youngest child of Almus and Cratie Forehand. Joyce attended primary school at Clear Lake and graduated from Walnut Ridge High...

Aug 17, 2024

Christopher “Grizzzly” Bryan Gist, 68, of Jonesboro, formerly of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 in Powhatan, Arkansas. He was born October 12, 1955 in Wichita, Kansas to the late James and Vera Gist. Chris was a United States Air Force Vietnam era Veteran. He was a computer programmer and worked over 20 years in the...

Aug 17, 2024

Terry Wayne George, 75, of Jonesboro, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Walnut Ridge. Born on February 15, 1949, in Jonesboro, he was the beloved son of the late Otis and Opal George. Terry’s life was a testament to his faith, family, and dedication to his community. As a...

Aug 16, 2024

Michelle Renee Dacus, 63, of Bay, passed away on August 16, 2024 at her home. She was born on March 17, 1961 to Robert D. Carriglitto and Carolyn S. (Taylor) Carriglitto in Jacksonville, Florida.

A lifetime resident of the Bay and Jonesboro areas, Michelle graduated from Bay High School in 1979 and Arkansas State University in 1982....

Aug 16, 2024

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Glenda Sue Johansen (Morris), 76, of Jonesboro passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, August 16, 2024. She was born July 23, 1948 in Williford, Arkansas. Glenda was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years and 8 months, Paul Johansen Jr; Her parents,  Amos and Mattie Morris; four brothers,...

Aug 16, 2024

Ronald (Ron) Wayne Seay, age 71 passed away alone in his home in Cherry Valley, Arkansas on August 10, 2024. He was born on January 26, 1953.  Like his siblings before him, Ron was born at home – specifically in a house on the Troy Cobb farm, Route 2, Lake City, Arkansas.  Ron was the twelfth child (the sixth...

Aug 16, 2024

Margie Ann Heflin, 92, of Jonesboro, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2024, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro Arkansas Margie was born April 18, 1932, and grew up in Bay Arkansas. She lived most of her adult life in Jonesboro.

She was married to her high school sweetheart, Eugene (Sonny)...

Aug 15, 2024

Sandra Kay Headrick, 69, of Mary Esther, Florida departed this life on August 15, 2024, at St. Bernard's Medical Center. Born on February 9, 1955, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Bill Barber and Mary Nadine Garison.

Sandra was a proud graduate of Arkansas State University, where she completed her undergraduate degree in 1992. She...

Aug 13, 2024

Jimmy Allen Garland, 55, of Newport, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in Newport, Arkansas.  He was born on July 6, 1969 to the late Jerry Garland and Carolyn (White) Garland, who welcomed their youngest son with open arms.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, Edward Garland; his paternal grandparents John and Alma...

Aug 12, 2024

Chad Aaron Mullins, passed away on August 12, 2024, at St. Bernard's Medical Center at the age of 39. He was born on February 11, 1985 in Jonesboro to Jerry Mullins and Karen Kelley.

A master plumber by trade, Chad worked most recently for US Rotor. He was a man of many passions, including fishing, playing darts,...

Aug 12, 2024

Donald Ray Branham, born on June 9, 1949, in Jonesboro, passed away on August 12, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center at the age of 75. He was the son of the late Ray and Lavonda Branham. In addition to his parents, Donald is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Jerry Treadaway, and his sister-in-law, Movita Halfacre.

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Aug 12, 2024

Howard M. Thomas, 81, of Wynne, died Monday, August 12, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center.  He was a lifetime resident of Wynne and was born on August 3, 1943, to Willis and Maggie Thomas.  He served in country in the US Army during the Vietnam War.  He served on two different tours to Vietnam. He retired from the...

Aug 11, 2024

John “Houston” Ridge, 40, was born on December 21, 1983, and passed to be with the Lord on August 11, 2024. He was a lifetime resident of Lake City, AR and graduated from Riverside High School in 2002. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Lake City. Houston loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping,...

Aug 11, 2024

Jeffrey Daniel Moore, 64, of Lake City, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 11, 2024. Born on November 16, 1959, in San Diego, California, Jeff was the cherished son of the late Bill and Sandy Moore.

Jeff dedicated much of his life to his craft as a small engine repairman, showcasing his skills at...

Aug 11, 2024

E. Diann (Nan) Gargaro, 78, of Bono, departed this life Sunday, August 11, 2024.  Born October 18, 1945, to the late Hubert and Wilenia Smith.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and granny.  For more than 50 years Diann was a member of Old Enterprise General Baptist Church and worked 30+ years as a Tax Preparer for H&R Block....

Aug 10, 2024

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Lorenzo Jaramillo Trinidad, 92, of Trumann passed from this life on Saturday, August 10, 2024. He was born on August 10, 1932 to the late Andres and Aurora Trinidad in Alma, Texas. Lorenzo was a member at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Jonesboro. He worked for Singer for over 20 years...

Aug 9, 2024

Mark Anthony Gibson, 56, of rural Paragould, passed from this life on Friday, August 9, 2024, at Regional One Health Medical Center in Memphis from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle accident on Highway 18, west of Lake City.

Mark was born in Jonesboro to Jerry L. and Betty Kirksey Gibson. He was a 1986 graduate of Westside...

Aug 8, 2024

Stanley Martin Minton, 78, of Jonesboro, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was born on October 22, 1945, in Jonesboro to the late A.H. and Juanita Minton, and he spent his entire life in the area. Stanley was a man of Christian faith, an avid hunter and fisherman who had a deep love for the outdoors, and...

Aug 8, 2024

Lee McGaughey Stuart beat colon cancer on August 8, 2024. Lee was born on July 5, 1978 in Memphis Tennessee, he was the wonderfully cherished son of the late Connie Stuart and brother to his departed furry siblings Libby, Harpo, Blackie, Sunshine, and Brinkley.

Lee is survived by his wife of 9 years Kimberly, daughter Jocelyn and...