Obituaries

Aug 8, 2024

Jerry Edward Williams, 55, of Bono departed this life and entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro surrounded by his family. He was born July 7, 1969 in Jonesboro to Dale Edward Williams and Peggy A. Williams.

Jerry was a life long resident...

Aug 8, 2024

Priscilla Cain Tennyson Wise, 67, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on August 8, 2024, at her home.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 2004, moving here from Grubbs.  She was born on September 25, 1956, in Richmond, Indiana to Jesse and Virginia Cain.  She was a member of Central Baptist Church.  She had worked for Riceland Foods for...

Aug 7, 2024

Micah Danielle Pender, 33, of Jonesboro left this walk of life to gain her eternal Reward Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Micah was born July 4, 1991 to the late Michael Adams and late Lisa Sharp Farmer. She was a devoted member of The Pentecostals of Jonesboro.

Micah is survived by her husband, Josh and their five babies,...

Aug 6, 2024

Shari Jean Exum, 57, of Weiner passed away Tuesday, August 2024. She was born December 8, 1966 in Jonesboro to the late Sonny and Glenda Exum. Shari was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Harrisburg. She loved her family and her dogs.

Survivors include her son, Drew (Kelsey) Jett of San Antonio, Texas; daughter, Laura (Steven)...

Aug 6, 2024

Patricia Faye Hughey, 77, of Jonesboro, passed away at her home on August 6, 2024. She was born in Michigan on November 3, 1946, to the late Norma Faye Freeman, whom she was preceded in death.

Patricia lived in Arkansas for 65 years after moving from Michigan when she was 12. She was a member of First...

Aug 6, 2024

Billy Norman “Bill” Gibson, 97, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Tuesday August 6, 2024 at the Springs of Searcy. He was born August 16, 1926 in Jonesboro to the late William David Gibson and Mabel Clair Gibson.

Bill was a life long resident of Jonesboro and was a faithful member of Central Baptist Church. He...

Aug 6, 2024

Nathan Robert Casebeer, 43, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 6, 2024, in Paragould.  He had lived in Paragould for three years, moving there from Jonesboro.  He was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on February 26, 1981, to Robert Nathan and Marsha Casebeer. He was of the Baptist belief.  He had been a volunteer fireman for over 20 years.  He...

Aug 5, 2024

William Edward Payne, 81, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Monday, August 5, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice house. He was born in Richlands, Virginia in 1942 to his parents, Charlie Bill and Buelah Payne, he enjoyed his early years with his two siblings, Alex and Marie.

At the age of 18, William...

Aug 4, 2024

Joyce Mae Quattlebaum, 83, of Jonesboro, passed away on August 4, 2024. She was born on May 3, 1941, in Jonesboro to Cecil Harris and Lucille Allen (Crowder).

Joyce worked at Lowe’s for 21 years, where she was known for her kind and helpful service to customers.

In her spare time, Joyce enjoyed spending time...

Aug 3, 2024

Maria Alaina Gillis, 81, passed away peacefully after a prolonged illness Saturday, August 3, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Maria was born July 26, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Melvin Karg and MaryAnn Cone.

Maria married Steve Gillis on September 1, 1973 at Fort Meade, Maryland.

She spent...

Aug 2, 2024

Robert Woodrow Norvell, 75, passed away at St. Bernard’s Hospital on August 2, 2024. He was born on May 7, 1949 in Memphis, Tennessee to Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Wilson Norvell (Robbie Opal Holmes Norvell).

Robert attended Westside High School, Union University, Memphis Theological Seminary, and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He served as an ordained...

Aug 2, 2024

Cynthia Hendrix 64, of Jonesboro, entered into a well-deserved eternity of beatitude and rest following a brief illness. She was beloved and respected by family, friends, colleagues and students who were enriched by her near three decades of service as a teacher for Nettleton Public Schools. She was also a passionate dance instructor, working for The Foundation of Arts...

Jul 30, 2024

Gwenneth “Gwen” Gloria Ferree, 84, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 2016, moving here from Grand Junction, Colorado.  She was born in Joplin, Missouri, on March 4, 1940, to Kenneth and Pauline Cole.  Gwen was a member of the Higher Trails Cowboy Church. She was previously owner/operator of The Old Oak Tree...

Jul 30, 2024

Paul Ishmael Sr., 79, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  He was born in Jonesboro on July 7, 1945, to Virgil and Emma Ishmael. He worked for many years as a self-employed tile setter.  He was a member of the Woodsprings Baptist Church.  His hobby was wood-working, and he whittled many canes for his friends.  ...

Jul 29, 2024

William “Johnny” Gibson, 49, of Jonesboro passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at Regional One Health in Memphis. He was born January 11, 1975 in Helena to Debbie Gibson and the late Terry Lynn Gibson. Johnny was a member of Big Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He was a carpenter for Ashley Welch. Johnny enjoyed fishing, frog gigging, dove hunting...

Jul 29, 2024

Cindy Diane Gathright, age 42 passed away peacefully Monday, July 29th, 2024 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. She was born April 13th, 1982 to Terrie June White. She loved singing, laughing, the color orange and green, music, movies and most of all her children. She was a very giving and humble soul. Many people will remember Cindy...

Jul 28, 2024

Ron Looney, 84, of Jonesboro, died Sunday, July 28, 2024.  He had lived in Jonesboro since 1972, moving here from Leachville, Arkansas. He was born on July 5, 1940, to Ronald and Ruth Looney in Kennett, Missouri.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jonesboro.  Ron retired from Arkansas State University in 2011, as the Director...

Jul 27, 2024

Gerald Len Levins of Jonesboro departed this life to be with his Lord and Savior on July 27, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House at the age of 88. He was born in Craighead County on February 4, 1936 to Ernest Sylvester Levins and Retha Edna Baugh Levins. Gerald grew up in Greene County (Finch Community)....

Jul 24, 2024

Alvin Ray Hardin, 71, of Fisher, Arkansas, departed this life on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on July 21, 1953,  in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Sidney W. and Winnie McClane Hardin.

Alvin was a simple man who dedicated his life to his work as a truck driver for Tazmanian...

Jul 22, 2024

Nancy Yell Howell, 68, of Jonesboro passed away Monday, July 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Huntsville, Alabama to Robert Sr. and Joyce Yell.

She was the proud owner of Howell’s Tax Service for over 40 years.  She loved and treated her clients like her own family.  It was her mission to...