Obituaries

Oct 31, 2024

Arnold Christoper Parker, 53, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on October 31, 2024 at Mercy Hospital in Fetus, Missouri.

Born October 7, 1971 in St. Louis, Arnold was the son of Charlene Parker-Pugh and Arnold Christopher Parker.

Arnold was a caring, smart, funny, energetic, life of the party, elite man and is gone too...

Oct 31, 2024

Retha Annette McGarity, 73, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 31, 2024 at NEA Baptist Hospital. Retha was born in West Helena on February 5, 1951, to the late Lloyd and Delores Roach. In addition to her parents, Retha is preceded in death by her brother Howard Bradford, sister RoseAnne, son Billy Vaughn, and daughter-in-law Lisa Vaughn.

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Oct 30, 2024

Betty Irene Alexander was born in Hazel Valley, Arkansas, in 1929.  She entered the presence of the Lord on October 30, 2024, at the age of 94.

She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Hazel Valley until she moved to Fayetteville, Arkansas, at the age of 14 to help support her family and obtain a high school diploma...

Oct 26, 2024

Delores Robinson, age 63, departed this life on October 26, 2024, at her home. She was born on August 10, 1961, in Turrell, Arkansas, to the late Roosevelt and Hilda Combs. Delores found great joy in spending time with her family, especially keeping her beloved great-grandchildren close. She was a dedicated member of her church and enjoyed...

Oct 26, 2024

Evonda Sue House, age 81, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born on September 3, 1943, in Jonesboro to the late Carson and Neosha Hickman, Evonda spent her entire life in Jonesboro, a community she loved. She was a Charter Member of Victory General Baptist Church, and...

Oct 25, 2024

Audrey Glenn passed away at the age of 86 in Jonesboro, AR.  (March 16, 1938 - October 25, 2024) She spent 85 of her 86 years in the Bono/Jonesboro area, attending Bono public schools and later raising a family and working in Jonesboro.

She began her career as a Teller at the Bank of Nettleton and retired...

Oct 24, 2024

Dr. Randall "Randy" J. Woodruff, a beloved husband, dad, "Pop," and dedicated dentist, passed away on October 24, 2024, at 69. Dr. Woodruff was born on July 22, 1955, in Scott City, Kansas, and resided in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where he built a legacy of professional excellence and community service.

An Arkansas State University graduate, Randy earned his...

Oct 24, 2024

Ross Wayne Taylor, 39, died October 24, 2024 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Taylor was born December 5, 1984 in Forrest City, Arkansas to Barry Taylor and Janet Taylor (Gunn).

He was a Christian and an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt.

Preceded in death by his father, Taylor is survived by his...

Oct 23, 2024

Linda Ann King, 80, of Jonesboro, formerly of Florida, departed this life on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. She was born on November 10, 1943, in Rutland, Vermont, to the late Howard and Anna Pfenning. Linda spent her career as an X-ray technician at the hospital in Rutland, where she was known for her dedication...

Oct 22, 2024

Mary Ann Betts, 88, of Portia, Arkansas, passed away on October 22, 2024 in Jonesboro. She was born in Swifton, Arkansas on March 13, 1936 to Robert Lloyd “Cotton” Foster and Lilly Fredrika “Freddie” Foster of Black Rock, Arkansas.

Mary Ann was a 1954 graduate of Fillmore High School in Fillmore, California. A born-again Christian, Mary Ann...

Oct 21, 2024

Charles "Terry" Green, known to many as CT Green, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House at St. Bernards. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, and then moved to Pine Bluff, where he enjoyed playing Little League and Babe Ruth baseball. He graduated from Pine Bluff High School in the...

Oct 21, 2024

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Beverly Ann Bailey, 84, of Jonesboro passed from this life Monday October 21st, 2024 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. She was born May 24, 1940 in Jonesboro to the late Dee and Una Cole.

Beverly has lived in Jonesboro most of her life and was a member of Victory...

Oct 20, 2024

Irma Arremetta Johnson, 80, of Jonesboro departed this life on October 20, 2024. She was born on April 26, 1944 in Merced California to the late Dee and Savannah Ryals.

Irma lived a full life marked by hard work and the love of her family. Irma was an avid Elvis fan. Before moving to Jonesboro with her...

Oct 19, 2024

Brian Neal Spurlock, 37, of Bono, passed from this life on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Fulton County near Mammoth Spring.

Born in Jonesboro to Scott and Linda Barksdale Spurlock, Brian was a 2006 graduate of Jonesboro High School and lived all of his life in Jonesboro before moving to Bono this year. He was an Ironworker...

Oct 18, 2024

Steve W. Goodrich, 73, of Jonesboro passed away Friday, October 18, 2024 at NEA Baptist Medical Center. He was born December 5, 1950 in Portageville, Missouri to the late Calvin and Lena Mae Goodrich. Stevie was raised in Jonesboro and was a 1968 graduate of JHS. After graduation he enlisted in the army. Stevie served over 20 years in...

Oct 17, 2024

Richard L Thurman, 88, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 17, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born in Beloit, WI, on December 16, 1935, to the late Francis and Muriel Thurman. In addition to his parents, Richard is preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Thurman, and stepson, Sean Shawver.

Richard was a proud...

Oct 17, 2024

Mike “Big Mike” McQuay, 67, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born to James and Daphyne McQuay in Jonesboro on August 1, 1957. Mike was of the Baptist belief. He served his country in the US Army for 22 years, until retiring. He also worked as...

Oct 15, 2024

Julia Ann (Eubanks) Plunkett was born September 7th, 1966 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She left this world, surrounded by those that love her, on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her mother, Carole Eubanks; her sister, Jennifer; and her niece, Alyssa Mattix.  Julie was a graduate of Westside High School who completed her Bachelors and Masters...

Oct 13, 2024

Curtis Murphy Bennett, 80, of Jonesboro, departed this life at his home on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Born on August 17, 1944, in Jonesboro to the late Cecil and Leda Bennett, Murphy lived a full life marked by hard work, family, and a love for the outdoors.

He spent his career as a...

Oct 11, 2024

Reuben Lee Broadaway, 84, departed this life peacefully at his home on October 11, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 5, 1940, in Bay, Arkansas, to Oland and Joe Broadaway.

Reuben dedicated much of his career to Aero Structures in Nashville, TN, where he worked as a plumber until his retirement. He...