Obituaries

Mar 22, 2024

Evelyn Aviles Martinez was born on January 4, 1939 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. The daughter of Providencia Martínez y Miguel Aviles. On March 22, 2024, in Jonesboro, AR, at St. Bernards Hospital, surrounded by loved ones, Evelyn passed away. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Carlos, brother Pedro, and sister Iris.

Mar 21, 2024

On March 21, 2024 Joseph David “Joe” Belk II was welcomed into the gates of Heaven.

Born on April 9, 1930 to Harry and Mary Belk, Joe was reared on the family farm located in Lawrence County, Arkansas and graduated from Walnut Ridge High School.

Joe’s love of family, farm and community continued throughout his...

Mar 20, 2024

Belinda Theresa Sturtz, was born on September 22, 1956, in Baltimore, Maryland and longtime resident of Jonesboro, Arkansas. Suddenly on March 20, 2024, she left us and was called home by the Lord as He said to her, “you may now breathe easy my child, and rest pain free”.

Daughter of the late Guy Sturtz and late...

Mar 19, 2024

Glenda Ruth Carr, age 90, passed away from this life March 19, 2024, in Biloxi, MS.  She was born January 10, 1934, in Black Oak, AR.

Glenda was married to Elbert Dean Carr for 69 years.   She leaves behind her daughter, Lou Ann (Mike) Edmonds and Son Mike (Tina) Carr of Long Beach, MS.   Glenda was a...

Mar 19, 2024

Melissa Dione Belcher, 42, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. Born on September 9, 1981, in Greenville, Mississippi, she was the cherished daughter of Gary and Louise Chavers.

Melissa began her education at Pace Christian Academy and finished at Nettleton High School, where she...

Mar 19, 2024

Richard “Rick” Allen Dunn, 67, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, March 19. 2024.  He had lived in Jonesboro for the past 45 years.  He was born in Saint Louis, Missouri, on October 12, 1956, to Harold “Bud” Dunn and Dorothy Dunn.  He served his country in the US Army.  He loved gardening, fishing and spending time with his family.  In...

Mar 19, 2024

Peggy Joy Chapman, 90, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born to the late Thomas Lloyd Williamson and Opal Nanette Martin on August 4, 1933 in Texas.

Peggy was a devoted wife to her beloved husband of 70 years, ACCM (AW) Donald L Chapman USN Retired,...

Mar 18, 2024

Jewell Ann Wheaton, 67, of Jonesboro, passed away on March 18, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born in Harrisburg on March 17, 1957, to the late James and Glenda Wheaton.

Jewell was of the Christian faith and was recently a member of The Rock. She was a loving and caring person who always witnessed...

Mar 17, 2024

Victoria "Tori" Marie Chism, 34, of Jonesboro, peacefully departed from this life on March 17, 2024. She was born to James Doyle Hunt Jr. (Sonny) and Patricia Bradsher Hunt on April 30, 1989.

One of Tori's greatest joys was being a devoted soccer mom to her beloved children. She found immense fulfillment in supporting them on and...

Mar 16, 2024

Travis Wayne Huckabee, 78, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on March 16, 2024 at NEA Baptist Hospital. Travis was born in Lepanto on August 3, 1945 to the late Leatha and Hayden Huckabee. In addition to his parents, Travis is preceded in death by 12 siblings.

Travis spent his early life in Northeast Arkansas before joining...

Mar 16, 2024

Peggy Parker Darouse, formerly of Jonesboro, AR, died Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers on Saturday, March 16, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Peggy was born March 8, 1946, to William Elliotte Parker and Helen Shelton Parker of Jonesboro, AR. Peggy graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1964 and attended Arkansas State...

Mar 16, 2024

Kerry Lee Johnson, 66, departed this life on March 16, 2024, at his residence in Jonesboro. Kerry was born on November 24, 1957, in Georgia, and his presence in the lives of many will be deeply missed.

Kerry dedicated his life to his craft as a mechanic, serving faithfully at K.E.G. Towing. His commitment and expertise made...

Mar 15, 2024

Donnie Martelle Dorsey Sr., surrounded by his family departed this life early Friday morning March 15, 2024. Born to the late Mr. Roosevelt Dorsey Jr. and Bernice Dorsey in Wilson, AR. He graduated from Rivercrest High School of Wilson, AR. Class of 83. He entered the United States Army in 1985 to 1988 and continued his education with AIU...

Mar 14, 2024

Barbara Ann Eads, 82, of Trumann departed this life on March 14, 2024 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. She was born to the late Edward and Ammanie Martin on December 30, 1941 in Greenfield, Arkansas. Barbara was a Christian and was a member of the Shephard’s Chapel Christian Church. She attended Nettleton School District and was a part of...

Mar 13, 2024

Jerry Dale Byrd, loving father, brother and friend, was peacefully promoted to heaven on March 13, 2024, at the age of 79.   He was born on October 6, 1944, to Junior Lee Byrd and Ruth Bunch Byrd in Manila, Arkansas, and Baptized at Westside Baptist Church in Manila.  Jerry graduated from Manila High School in 1964 and obtained a...

Mar 12, 2024

Verna Sue Weaver-Daniel, 74, of Jonesboro, passed away March 12, 2024 at her home. She was born on April 19, 1949 in Jonesboro to Herbert Ray Carpenter and Wilma Juanita Roberts.

Sue was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed cooking and drinking coffee. She loved flowers and found joy in caring for her roses....

Mar 10, 2024

Dwight Edward Starks, also known as "Big Ole Bo","Kylon", and affectionately called "Edward" by his grandmother, Mamie Lee Holmes, was born on July 27,1999, in Helena, AR to Stephanie Holmes and Dwight Starks Sr. Bo began his education in Robinsonville Elementary, later moving to Jonesboro and graduating from Jonesboro High School. In 2007, Stephanie married Alfonzo Maddox in holy...

Mar 9, 2024

Evelyn “Meme” Felkins, 79, of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024 at her home. She was born March 11, 1944 in Sanger, California to the late David and Azalee Sullinger. Evelyn was raised in Delaplaine. She owned Tec Electric with her husband Keith. She worked as a social worker for Scan before retiring from Anheuser Busch. Evelyn enjoyed...

Mar 8, 2024

Paul Nathaniel Ford, II, was born on May 27, 1988, and departed from this life on Friday, March 8, 2024.  He was 35 years old. Nate attended services at The Rock of Northeast Arkansas, Celebrate Recovery, and John 3:16 Ministries. He loved all three of these ministries.

Nate loved spending time with his two boys, Zach Ford...

Mar 8, 2024

Vilas Hendrick Elder, Jr

Vilas was welcomed into the arms of the Lord and reunited with his parents and his Hopey on Friday, March 8, 2024 at St Bernard’s Medical Center. Born to the late Vilas Hendrick Elder, Sr. and Marie Haywood Elder on October 17, 1945, Vilas grew up in Piggott, Arkansas....