Obituaries

Feb 2, 2025

Roger "Andy" Griffin, 88, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital. Born on February 17, 1936, to the late Virgil and Pauline Griffin, Andy was a lifelong resident of Jonesboro and a cherished member of the community.

Andy was a devoted member of Cathedral Baptist Church and formerly served as a...

Feb 1, 2025

Betty Janeice Clayton, 66, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born on July 6, 1958, in Grand Junction, Tennessee, to the late William and Valcia Gates.

Betty was a true jack-of-all-trades, but her heart was always in caring for others. She spent most of her...

Jan 31, 2025

Margaret Ann Aycock, 88, of Jonesboro, AR, passed away at home on January 31, 2025 from natural causes.

Margaret was born on December 19, 1936, at St. Joseph’s Infirmary, in Houston, TX, to Joe Bailey Glass and Etta Mae Knight Glass. She had two brothers, Joe B. Glass, Jr. and Earl Glass.

Margaret graduated from...

Jan 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ladene Katherine “Kathy” Mangrum (1950–2025)

It is with deep love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Ladene Katherine Mangrum at the age of 74. Born on August 9, 1950, in Corcoran, California to Guy Burton II and Ladene Terry, Kathy graced this world with warmth, kindness, and a spirit of...

Jan 31, 2025

Kerry Don Murphy, a loving father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on November 18, 1956, Kerry lived a life filled with love, and laughter. He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Murphy, and mother, Maxine Dant.

Kerry is survived by his brother, Ron Murphy; sister,...

Jan 30, 2025

Glenda Shelton Capooth, aged 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. She was born on February 9, 1938, in New Albany, MS, to John and Maude Shelton (née Daniel), Following the end of WWIl, when Glenda was ten years old, she moved with her family to...

Jan 30, 2025

Franklin D Burrell, a beloved 92-year-old resident of Jonesboro, Arkansas, peacefully passed away at his home on January 30, 2025. Born in Phil Campbell, Alabama, to Clifford and Brownie Burrell, Frank lived a fulfilling life, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love that will be deeply missed.

A proud graduate of Memphis College's first graduating...

Jan 30, 2025

Jimmy Don Brewer, 88, of Jonesboro, died Thursday, January 30, 2025. He had lived in Jonesboro since 1967.  He was born on July 12, 1936, in Buckeye, Arizona to Don and Helen Brewer.  He was a member of the Nettleton Baptist Church.  He retired as a driver from Jones Truck Line. He served his country in the US Army...

Jan 29, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Shauna Lynn Prine, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Shauna was a devoted mother to her two children, one of which whom sadly preceded her in passing, her beloved daughter Kristal Hollomon. Despite...

Jan 28, 2025

Mark Anderson Carter, 58, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Born on October 30, 1966, in Jonesboro to Linda Simpson, Mark was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Lewis and Marggie Carter.

A dedicated truck driver throughout his career, Mark found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He had a deep love...

Jan 28, 2025

Nick Rook, 46, of Nesbit, Mississippi, died Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at his home.  He was born in Jonesboro on July 17, 1978, to Ted and Patsey Rook.  He had lived in Nesbit for the past four years, moving there from Jonesboro.  He was a member of the Forrest Home Church of the Nazarene. He was an accredited airplane...

Jan 25, 2025

Thomas “Tommy“ Burton Carner, 73, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at St Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born on June 20th, 1951, in Naylor, Missouri, to Claudie and Marie Carner.

He was proceeded in death by his parents and his brother, Marvin Carner of St. Louis, Missouri.

Tommy spent...

Jan 23, 2025

Francis (Frank) Eugene Patrick Plucinski passed away peacefully at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, Thursday January 23, 2025, at the age of 84.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, October 28,1940, Frank was proceeded in death by his parents Patrick and Francis Plucinski and wife Caroline.

Frank graduated from Lane Tech High School in Chicago...

Jan 23, 2025

Kevin Louis Barksdale, 60, of Jonesboro, died January 23, 2025.  He had lived in Jonesboro since 1971, moving here from Dover, Delaware. He was born on March 3, 1964, in Dover, Delaware, to John and Rosa Barksdale.  He was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church.  He was a student of Philosophy and followed college sports, especially the Arkansas...

Jan 22, 2025

Willie Bryan Brown, 87, of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  He had lived in Jonesboro for the past 31 years, moving here from Trumann.  He was born in Hornersville, Missouri on June 25, 1937, to William Henry and Virginia Brown.  He was a member of North Main Baptist Church.  Willie...

Jan 20, 2025

Kaaren Jean Bean, 82, of Jonesboro, passed away on January 20, 2025 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born on July 6, 1942 in Kennewick, WA to Mary Everett.

Jan 20, 2025

Roger Wayne Evans, 74, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Born on November 10, 1950, in Harrisburg, Arkansas, he was the son of the late Arvil Evans and Sarah Clark McGuire.

Roger spent the last 40 years of his life in Jonesboro,...

Jan 17, 2025

Mary Ruth “Ruthie” Rains, 76, of Jonesboro, died Friday, January 17, 2024.  She lived most of her life in the Jonesboro area.  She was born in Cash on September 18, 1948, to William and Mary Garman. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church.  She loved to sing and listen to music.  Mary Ruth was an Assistant Manager at...

Jan 17, 2025

David Michael Smock, 40, of Jonesboro passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at his home in Jonesboro. Born in 1984 in Jonesboro, David lived a life marked by creativity, determination, and love for those around him.

David attended Annandale High School in Annandale, Virginia, where he was an active member of the Student Government Association and graduated...

Jan 17, 2025

Jason Lee Christopher, 40, a lifelong resident of Jonesboro, died Friday, January 17, 2025.  He was born on May 13, 1984, in Jonesboro to David and Monica Christopher.  He was of the Baptist belief and attended Temple Baptist Church.  He loved being a truck driver and spending time with his family.  He was preceded in death by his father...