Obituaries
Michael Wayne Myers
Oct 22, 2025
Michael Wayne “Uncle Mike” Myers, 70, of Jonesboro, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born September 20, 1955, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late James and Edith Myers.
Mike was of the Baptist faith. He retired from Channel 3 News in Memphis after several years of service. After moving to Jonesboro, he worked for...
Joyce Ann Mize
Oct 21, 2025
Joyce Ann Mize, 80, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born April 7, 1945, to the late Roy and Louise Throgmorton in Leachville, Arkansas. Joyce was a devoted member of Friendly Hope Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, bowling, and going anywhere at any time, as long as...
Judi Findley
Oct 19, 2025
Judi Findley, 67, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 19, 2025 at her home. She was born on April 14, 1958 in Redondo Beach, California.
Judi had a compassionate nature and enjoyed caring for animals. She worked for many years as the office manager at Southwest Drive Animal Clinic in Jonesboro. Judi loved her family more than anything. She was a...
Carroll Calvert Carr
Oct 18, 2025
Carroll Calvert Carr, age 95, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House with his family at the bedside.
He was born on February 24, 1930, in the Fifty-Six community, to the late Harry and Doris Calvert Carr. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Lois, son Terrell (Mary)...
David Dickey Terrell
Oct 16, 2025
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David Dickey Terrell, 78, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Thursday, October 16, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital. He was a member of First Church of Jonesboro. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam era. Having retired from General Electric, he was very active in his church, where he was an usher...
Luga Peraza
Oct 15, 2025
Luga Peraza, 92, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2025, at her home in Jonesboro. Luga was born in Sinaloa, Mexico, on September 14, 1933, to the late Rafael and Amelia Peraza.
Luga was a dedicated single parent raising four children. She was a fighter, overcoming struggles and adversity to give her family the loving life they deserved. Luga had a...
Justin E. Whitson
Oct 13, 2025
Justin E. Whitson, 49, of Jonesboro, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1976, in Aurora, Illinois, to Marty Whitson and the late Debbie Medel.
Justin grew up in Stockton, California, before moving to Arkansas. He was a believer in Christ. Justin worked for Walmart since 1996, serving at various store locations...
Beverly Diane Chedister
Oct 12, 2025
It is with love and gentle sorrow that we celebrate the life of Beverly Faries Chedister, who passed away peacefully October 12th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Though her absence leaves a deep ache in our hearts, we take comfort in knowing she is free from pain and at peace.
Beverly was born on November 18, 1969, in...
Sonja Ann Moore-Griffith
Oct 12, 2025
Sonja Ann Moore Griffith, 86 of Jonesboro, went to her heavenly home on October 12. She was born at Nettleton on September 1, 1939, to Marguerite Carter Moore and John Moore.
Sonja was a proud member of the Nettleton Class of 1957. She married A. Brooks Griffith, of Bay, on June 7, 1957. He preceded her in death on April 18,...
Norman Bedford Curtner
Oct 11, 2025
Norman Bedford Curtner, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away at his home on October 11, 2025. Norman was born in Memphis, TN, on September 26, 1961, to the late N. B. and Elnora Curtner. In addition to his parents, Norman is preceded in death by his wife, Alisa Curtner.
Norman spent most of his life living in Northeast Arkansas. He was an...
Mary Ethelyn Vollman
Oct 11, 2025
Mary Ethelyn Gibbs Vollman, age 94, passed away peacefully at the Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas on October 11th 2025. Her beloved husband, Don, and her children were by her side. Born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock, Ark on March 26th, 1931. Mary Ethelyn lived a life marked by resilience, love, and devotion to her family,...
Johnnie Ruth Fisher
Oct 11, 2025
Johnnie Ruth Fisher, 95, of Jonesboro, formerly of Blytheville, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro.
Born November 10, 1929, to the late Willie and Hazel Beckham, Johnnie spent her early years in Blytheville before relocating to Jonesboro in 1969. While in Blytheville, she was the proud owner and operator of Fisher...
Brenda Sue Hillyer
Oct 11, 2025
Brenda Sue (Spears) Hillyer, 74, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Saturday, October 11, 2025. She was born to the late Louis and Elfie Spears in Harrisburg, AR, on February 16, 1951.
Brenda was a devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family, and she embraced each role...
Emmitt Rex Bickmore
Oct 10, 2025
Emmitt Rex Bickmore, 8-month infant son of Daniel and Cedera “CC” Bickmore, who died Friday, October 10, 2025. Emmitt was born on January 17, 2025, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. The family attended the Paragould Church of God. In Emmitt’s walker he had fun chasing everybody around the house.
Survivors include his parents, brother, Theodore Bickmore, all of the home; paternal...
Norman Ray Jennings
Oct 9, 2025
Norman Ray Jennings passed away on October 9, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born on January 30, 1949, to James and Syble Jennings.
Norman enjoyed attending Brookland Church of Christ and worked as a contractor for many years. Outside of work, he loved spending time outdoors, fishing for crappie in the summer and catfish in the winter, and...
Sandra Kay Emerson
Oct 9, 2025
Sandra Kay Emerson, 65, of Bay, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was born on January 11, 1960, in Trumann, AR, to the late Edward and Lavern Davison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Vernon Davison.
Sandra was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She enjoyed...
Melinda Ruth Emerson
Oct 9, 2025
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Melinda Ruth Emerson, 68, of Jonesboro went to be with Jesus peacefully at her home early Thursday morning, October 9, 2025 after a thirteen-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the third child born to the late Joe and Bettie Steiger on March 15, 1957 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Melinda graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Ouachita Baptist University...
Rod Cornelison
Oct 8, 2025
Rodney “Rod” Allen Cornelison departed this life on October 8, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. He was born on February 26, 1970, in Jonesboro to Hugh and Donna Cornelison.
Rod was a proud Christian who lived life with heart and humor. He loved tinkering with RC cars, spending days fishing, and sharing his passion for...
Jeff Douglas
Oct 7, 2025
Jeff Douglas, 61, of Rector, formerly of Jonesboro, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born March 9, 1964, in Jonesboro to Janis Gulley and the late John Douglas.
Jeff was of the Baptist faith and dedicated his life to public service. He worked in law enforcement for more than 34 years, serving the...
Laquietta Jane "Davis" McAnally
Oct 7, 2025
Laquietta Jane Davis McAnally peacefully passed away on October 7, 2025, as she finally entered her Heavenly Home. At the age of 87 years loved, she was surrounded by her sons, daughter, grandchildren and their families. Her life began on April 24, 1938, in Trumann, Arkansas.
Jane is survived by son, Donald Davis (D.A.) and wife Malissa of Bay, son, Johnny...
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