Obituaries

Apr 28, 2024

Crystal Worley, 43, of Jonesboro passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024 at her home. She was born May 1, 1980 in Blytheville, to Ken and Dorothy Hardin. Crystal grew up in Marked Tree where she also attended school. She has been a hairstylist for over 28 years. Crystal loved talking to people about her faith and her...

Apr 28, 2024

Phillip M. Niell, 80, of Jonesboro, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 28, 2024, departing from the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  He lived most of his life in Jonesboro, and was born in Jonesboro on June 16, 1943 to Jack and Ima Jean Niell.  Phillip was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He...

Apr 27, 2024

Barbara Lee Jarrett (78) of Kennett, Missouri, passed from this life on April 27, 2024, at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Barbara was born October 31, 1945, in Hornersville, MO, to the late Chester Lee Edwards and Lena Mansfield, both of Hornersville, MO.

Barbara was the matriarch of 5 generations and had the strongest faith a...

Apr 27, 2024

Neil Cameron Whittaker, 83, journeyed from this life on April 27, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, surrounded by the warmth of loved ones. Born on February 21, 1941, to the late Carl and Allie Whittaker in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas.

A member of Temple Baptist Church, Neil found solace and community within its walls....

Apr 26, 2024

Rebecca Ann Gibson, peacefully passed away in her home on April 26, 2024, at the age of 55 in Leachville. She was born on October 16, 1968, in Dumas, Arkansas, to her parents Johnnie and Carlene Gibson.

Rebecca was a resident of Leachville for two years but had spent the majority of her life in Osceola. She...

Apr 26, 2024

Beverly Lynn Housdan, beloved wife, mother, Meme, and friend, passed away on April 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 65. She was born on February 12, 1959, in Berwyn, Illinois, to Ed and Lynn Cross.

Beverly spent the majority of her life living in Trumann with her husband and raising her girls....

Apr 26, 2024

Mark John Orten Live Memorial Service

Mark John Orten, 60, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Friday, April 26, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 8, 1963, in Aurora, IL, to Jack and Dee Orten. Mark proudly served his country, dedicating three years to the...

Apr 25, 2024

Rudy Underwood, 76, of Jonesboro, died on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital. He has lived in Jonesboro for the past 10 years, moving here from Paragould. He was born in Paragould on January 31, 1948 to Wilson and Veda Underwood. He served his country during the Vietnam War in the US Marine Corp. He enjoyed working with...

Apr 25, 2024

Edgar Chester Guest, 88, of Brookland, passed away April 25, 2024 at his home. He was born in Jonesboro to Chester Guest and Auddie Moore Guest.

Edgar, nicknamed “Popie,” was a lifetime resident of Brookland and was a faithful member of Brookland Church of Christ. Popie enjoyed spending time outside, deer hunting and devoting his life to...

Apr 25, 2024

Billy Collis McNatt, aged 86, of Jonesboro, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, surrounded by his family at his home. Born on February 10, 1938, to the late Collis and Aline McNatt, Billy's life was a tapestry of service, passion, and familial devotion.

Billy served his country with honor, dedicating six years to the National...

Apr 24, 2024

John Oliver Henry, 57, of Jonesboro, transitioned from this life on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on March 8, 1967, in Jonesboro, he was the cherished son of John and Carolyn Henry.

John's life was defined by his devotion to family, faith, and his passions. He was an active member of the...

Apr 24, 2024

August 8, 1950 – April 24, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" Wiley, 74, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Ken was born on August 8, 1950, in Athens, Alabama, to the late Dallas and Clara Wiley.

Ken lived a full life, marked by a love for the outdoors and the simple pleasures...

Apr 23, 2024

Eleanor Louise Sykes, 91, of Jonesboro, passed away on April 23, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on September 27, 1932 in Alcoa, Tennessee.

Eleanor will be missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Apr 23, 2024

Patsy Sue Spencer, 80, of Jonesboro, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on July 8, 1943, in Trumann, to the late Jessie and Edith Jones.

Patsy had been a resident of Jonesboro for a little over a year, having moved from Trumann. Prior to residing...

Apr 22, 2024

Oneta Wilson, 71, of Bono passed from life on April 22, 2024 at her residence. Born on September 17, 1952, in Roswell, New Mexico, Oneta was the cherished daughter of E.L. and Patsy Jeffery. As the daughter of an Air Force member, she experienced the adventure of travel from an early age, fostering a spirit of curiosity and adaptability...

Apr 21, 2024

Patricia Dianne Dorton, 76, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at her home of natural causes.

Dianne was born in Jonesboro and lived most of her life here. She was a 1966 graduate of Jonesboro High School and had a thirty five year career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. She began working...

Apr 21, 2024

Edward Eugene Caldwell, 80, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 25, 1943, in Jonesboro to the late George Ranson and Nina Esther Caldwell, Edward was a cherished member of his community.

After relocating from Chicago, Illinois, Edward made Jonesboro his home...

Apr 19, 2024

Jeff Harmon, 53, of Jonesboro passed away Friday, April 19, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born August 3, 1970 in Piggott to Ronald and Debbie Harmon. He owned and operated Crowley’s Ridge Taxidermy. Jeff was an avid deer hunter who loved the outdoors. He would travel all over to deer hunt. Jeff also enjoyed turkey hunting...

Apr 17, 2024

Tony Eugene Thomas, 63, of Jonesboro departed this life on April 17, 2024 at his home. Tony was born on October 4, 1960 in Jonesboro.

Tony spent the majority of his life in Little Rock before moving back to Jonesboro where he spent the last three years. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was...

Apr 16, 2024

Doris Marie Pausch, 84, of Jonesboro, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. She moved with her family to Jonesboro from Southern California in 1969.

Doris enjoyed keeping busy being a member of Junior Auxillary, playing golf and tennis, working as an interior designer and decorator, and spending time with her friends having couples Pot Luck and...