Obituaries

Feb 1, 2024

Margie Lee Hendon, 85, of Jonesboro passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the Woodbriar Nursing Home in Harrisburg. She was born in Gatewood, Missouri to Floyce and Nema Reed on July 5, 1938.

Margie was a resident of Jonesboro for the majority of her life and was a member of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church....

Jan 31, 2024

Janie Ellison Dunn passed away on January 31, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Hospice House. She was born at St. Bernards on December 28, 1952 to Mack and Marie Ellison.

One of eleven children, Janie was raised in Cash on the family farm. She was a graduate of Westside High School and went on to work...

Jan 29, 2024

Peggy Darlene Willbanks, 76, of Bono passed from this life on Monday, January 29, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born to the late Edgar and Ollie Pyles on December 18, 1947 in Bono. Peggy enjoyed going to flea markets with her sister, Edna, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Peggy is...

Jan 29, 2024

Norman David Sennett, Jr., 86, of Jonesboro, formerly of Palestine, Texas, passed away on January 29, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born July 20, 1937 in Calais, Maine to Norman David Sennett, Sr. and Vyrena Mae Sennett. Norman retired from the United States Air Force after 23 years where he worked as a radio mechanic and a...

Jan 28, 2024

Danny Kee, 66, of Jonesboro, gracefully stepped into Heaven on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Craighead County Nursing Center in Jonesboro. Born to the late Oscar and Lillie Kee in Jonesboro on August 7, 1957, Danny's life was a testament to compassion, artistry, and love.

Danny's journey unfolded between Jonesboro and Caraway, with a brief sojourn in...

Jan 27, 2024

Anna Jean Adkins, 94, of Jonesboro passed away early Saturday, January 27, 2024 at St. Bernards Hospital. Anna was born in Marmaduke and lived with her family in Paragould and briefly in Roanoke, Virginia before settling in Jonesboro where they lived many years. She married the love of her life, Robert Adkins, and together they lived in Brinkley 19...

Jan 27, 2024

Dawayne Glasco, 77, a lifelong resident of Jonesboro, passed from this life to his Heavenly reward on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  He was born in Jonesboro on October 29, 1946, to Alex Jr. and Ruby Alene Glasco.  He was a member of the Valley View Missionary Baptist Church.  He served his...

Jan 26, 2024

Ida Mae Gray, 90, of Jonesboro, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 26, 2024.  She was surrounded by her family at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House when she was called home.  She was born in Imboden on June 28, 1933, to Elson and Mollie Stokes.  She had lived in Jonesboro since 1954.  Being...

Jan 26, 2024

Dewaine Gerald Malone, 76, of Lake City left this life on Friday, January 26, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.

He was born to the late Harvey and Wanda Malone on February 12, 1947 in Lake City, Arkansas.

Wayne retired from Arkansas State Police after over 26 years of service and the...

Jan 25, 2024

Sister Marya Duscher, a member of the Olivetan Benedictine Sisters of Holy Angels Convent for 45 years, died January 25, 2024. She was 74 years old.

Mary Katheryn was born in Redwood Falls, Minnesota, on May 3, 1949 to James and LuVerne Duscher. She graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in 1967, and worked in several...

Jan 25, 2024

Peggy Ruth Crews, aged 81, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on August 20, 1942, in Lake City to Sylvester Richard Despain and Selma Ferrell Despain, Peggy dedicated her life to education and community service.

Peggy served as a beloved school teacher within the Jonesboro Public Schools system. She was...

Jan 24, 2024

Beverly Jean Cownie, 82, of Jonesboro, formerly of Omaha, Nebraska passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born June 8, 1941 in Sioux City, Iowa to William Ray and Bonnie Urqhardt. Beverly was one of four siblings, sister Sharon, and two brothers William (Bill) and Butch.

She was a loving wife...

Jan 23, 2024

Billy Joe Wicker, 89, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on January 23rd at Craighead Nursing Center after complications from dementia.

Billy Joe was born on December 26th, 1934 to the late William Earnest and Nellie Mae Phillips Wicker in Adamsville, Tennessee.

He had lived in Jonesboro most of his life and was a devoted long...

Jan 22, 2024

Thelma Kathryn Williams, 93, peacefully passed away on January 22, 2024, at Arkansas Continued Care Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 4, 1930, in Judsonia, Arkansas, to the late William Virgil and Mary H. Miller, Thelma spent her entire life in the Jonesboro area. She was a dedicated member of Greensboro Church of Christ and a...

Jan 21, 2024

At home and surrounded by loved ones, Edward (Ed) Vaughn, 92, of Jonesboro, passed away on January 21, 2024.

He was born to the late William Reuben and Cara Iva Vaughn on July 22, 1931 in Flint, Michigan. Ed was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Patricia Harmon.

Ed proudly served the...

Jan 20, 2024

JANE (JANIE) BIANCA CISSELL

Surrounded by her two sons and daughter, Jane (Janie) Bianca Cissell passed away peacefully at the “Hour of Great Mercy’, on January 20, 2024, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, at the age of 84.

Born February 15, 1939, in Indianola, Mississippi to parents Angelo and Grace Bianca.  She was the third of six...

Jan 20, 2024

Michael Dewayne Collier, age 50, of Jonesboro, formerly of Booneville, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 17, 1973, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Michael dedicated his professional life as a mechanic for Medic One, showcasing his skill and passion for fixing things. He...

Jan 18, 2024

Kathy Jo Sellers, 66, of Jonesboro passed from this life on January 18, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born to the late Bill and Virginia Sellers on September 21, 1957 in San Antonio, TX. Kathy was a member of the Gosnell Baptist Church and had a strong relationship with the Lord. She graduated...

Jan 18, 2024

Naomi Ruth Clark, 91, passed from this life on January, 18, 2024, at Craighead County Nursing Center.  She was born July 31, 1932 at Blytheville, Arkansas as the fourth of five daughters to Wyley Russell Ball and Maggie Bell Ball.

Ruth was a 1950 graduate of Dixie High School and attended Arkansas State College where she was...

Jan 18, 2024

Constance Kay Brosmore “Connie”, 66, of Bono, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024, at her home. Born on January 28, 1957, in Janesville, Wisconsin, Connie lived a fulfilling life dedicated to family, work, and cherished pastimes.

Connie was a retired realtor who had devoted her professional career to helping others find their...