Obituaries

Jan 5, 2025

Alvin (Al) Damery Haworth, 82, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away suddenly on January 5th, 2025 surrounded by family while enjoying a gathering at his home. Al was born November 3rd, 1942 in Aitkin, Minnesota. The son of Floyd and Mary (Damery) Haworth. Al graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1961 and enlisted in The United States Navy that...

Jan 5, 2025

Park Todd Vickers, 62, of Jonesboro, passed away on January 5, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born in Trumann, AR, on October 14, 1962, to Mary Helen Vickers and the late Lindbergh Vickers Sr. In addition to his father, Park was preceded in death by his beloved pet, Pooh Jason Vickers.

Park was a...

Jan 4, 2025

Danny Peek, 71, of a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died on January 4, 2025, at his home.  He was born in Harrisburg on October 18, 1953, to Harold and Frances Peek.  He was of the Baptist belief.  His hobbies included fishing and reading.  In addition to is parents, he was preceded in death by one brother.

Survivors...

Jan 4, 2025

Zepha Mae Allen, 88, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on January 18, 1936, in Jonesboro to the late Archie and Milie Gregory, Zepha spent much of her adult life in Helena and was a devoted member of Bethany Baptist Church.

Zepha was a talented and creative individual...

Jan 3, 2025

Lones Major Milligan Jr., 79, of Lake City, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born on January 23, 1945, to the late Lones Major Sr. and Lorene Milligan, Major was a lifelong resident of Lake City and a devoted member of Refuge Church.

Major’s life was a testament to...

Jan 2, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Patricia Kay Wolfe, affectionately known as “Kay Kay.” Kay was a remarkable lady and will be greatly missed. She will be remembered for her kind, jovial nature, commitment to her Methodist faith, incredible fashion sense, and impeccably applied red lipstick. She loved...

Jan 1, 2025

Charlene Elizabeth Britton, 79, a lifetime resident of Lake City, passed away on January 1, 2025 at Lakeside Nursing Center. She was born on December 26, 1945 in Lake City to Jessie and Bessie Hopkins.

Charlene was of the Baptist belief and was a member of Refuge Baptist Church, where she enjoyed attending services and visiting with...

Jan 1, 2025

Eddie Dean Wheeley, 74, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at his home in Bono, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 18, 1950, to Earl and Virginia Wheeley in Jonesboro, Eddie spent his life rooted in the Jonesboro and Bono communities.

Eddie was a man of the Baptist faith, and dedicated 25 years of...

Jan 1, 2025

Mandy Lou Thompson, 82, of Jonesboro died January 1, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital.  She was born in Newark, Arkansas on December 9, 1942, to Theodore and Irene Woodruff, and lived in Newport until 1977, when she moved to Jonesboro. She retired from Southwestern Bell Corporation.  Mandy was an excellent cook and made many appetizing dishes.  In addition to...

Dec 29, 2024

Bobby Gene Pierce Jr., 54, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at his home on December 29, 2024. Born on January 6, 1970, in Trumann, Arkansas, he was the son of Bobby and Rosalea Pierce.

Bobby was a dedicated farmer who found joy in the simplicity and solitude of rural life. An avid outdoorsman, he cherished his time...

Dec 29, 2024

David Michael Kraft, 41, passed away on December 29, 2024, in Jonesboro, AR. He was born to the late Sharon Kraft in Las Vegas, NV, on October 22, 1983. In addition to his mother, David was preceded in death by his adopted parents, Hope and James Lawrence.

David spent most of his life in Northeast Arkansas. Professionally,...

Dec 29, 2024

Cheryl Rae Reedy, 63, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born on December 5, 1961, in Aurora, Illinois, Cheryl was the cherished daughter of Terrie Podschweit and the late Karen Bradford.

Cheryl was a vibrant spirit, known for her love of conversation and her knack for connecting with others. She...

Dec 28, 2024

Charles Thomas McCorkle, 89, of Trumann passed from this life on December 28, 2024 at his home. He was born on July 14, 1935 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to the late Jessie William and Ethel Mae McCorkle.

Charles has lived in Trumann since 2016, having previously lived in Nixa, Missouri and was a member of the First...

Dec 28, 2024

Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Jones, age 56, departed this life on December 28, 2024, at her home. She was born on August 27, 1968 in Jackson, Mississippi. She is the daughter of the late Johnny and Pat (May) Williams of Senatobia, Mississippi. From the age of five, Becky was known for her compassionate heart, often trying to take...

Dec 27, 2024

Joyce Ann Brewer, 71, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 27, 2024, at St. Elizabeth’s Place, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 3, 1953, in Jonesboro to the late M.G. and Helen Culbreath, Joyce grew up in Lunsford and graduated from Bay High School. She was a member of Elm Grove Baptist Church during her...

Dec 27, 2024

Norma Irene Martz of Jonesboro peacefully passed from this life into her heavenly reward on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 5 in Mount Vernon, Arkansas to Robert and Elizabeth (Brewer) Garland who both preceded her in death. Irene was married to the love of her life, Eugene Martz, for nearly 42...

Dec 26, 2024

Charles Adam Remaklus III, 78, of Jonesboro, passed away at St. Bernards Medical Center on December 26, 2024. He was born in Memphis, TN, on August 26, 1946, to the late Charles Adam Jr. and Helen Jarrett.

Charles grew up in Memphis, graduating from Central High School in 1964. He then graduated from Memphis State University in...

Dec 26, 2024

Helen Thomas, 86, of Jonesboro, died Thursday, December 26, 2024, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1977, moving here from Lepanto.  She was born in Caraway on March 1, 1938, to Buel and Sylvia Wood.  Helen was a member of Southwest Church of Christ. She retired from her teaching career after 33 years teaching...

Dec 26, 2024

Diane Elaine Cannon-Jeu, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, and is now resting in the arms of Jesus, her Savior. Born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Diane was the eldest daughter of the late Patricia Dudley Cannon and R.E. Bud Cannon. She was a woman who gave of herself generously, and her life...

Dec 25, 2024

Ruth Marie Walter, 95, of Jonesboro, formerly of Bella Vista, Arkansas, passed away on December 25, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on May 11, 1929 in Highland, Illinois to August Neuenschwander and Bertha Knebel Neuenschwander.

Ruth grew up in Highland, where she met the love of her life, Russell Walter, at St....