Obituaries

Gary Dean Prestidge

Jun 5, 2024

Gary Dean Prestidge, 73, of rural Jonesboro, passed from this life on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Born in Jonesboro,  Gary moved to California when he was 14 and lived in Arizona, Nevada and Utah before moving back to Jonesboro in 2022.  Gary was a talented horse jockey...

Joyce Elizabeth Watson

Jun 5, 2024

Joyce Elizabeth Watson, 70, of Earle, Arkansas, departed this life on June 5, 2024, at her home. She was born on August 16, 1953, to the late George and Frances Scercy in South Bend, Indiana.

Joyce was a devoted family woman whose greatest joy was spending time with her dog and her loved ones, especially her grandchildren....

June Boyer

Jun 5, 2024

Marla "June" Boyer, 80, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed from this life on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. June was a beloved member of her community, known for her warmth, kindness, and vibrant spirit. She was born to the late Buddy and Catherine Whitlock on July 24, 1943 in Kennett.  She cherished spending...

Delda Mae Lane

Jun 3, 2024

Delda Mae Lane, 77, passed from this life on Monday, June 3, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born on November 6, 1946, in St. Paul, Arkansas, to the late Oravel and Delpha Shipp, Delda spent the last 24 years of her life in Jonesboro, having previously resided in Alma, Arkansas.

A devoted member of the Nettleton...

Betty Jane Glenn

Jun 2, 2024

Betty Jane Smith Glenn, 77, of Brookland, passed from this life on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro.

Born in the Morton community of Woodruff County, Betty was a 1965 graduate of McCrory High School.  Following graduation she married Leon Glenn and moved to Fisher and worked several years for the Bank of...

Mario Arce Mendez

Jun 2, 2024

Mario Arce Mendez, died June 2, 2024 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Barry James Hutchison

Jun 1, 2024

Barry James Hutchison passed away peacefully at home with family surrounding him on Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Jonesboro at the age of 63. He was born on April 26, 1961 in Lawrence, KS.  Barry is survived by his loving wife, Gail, of 34 years, his son Cody (Molly) of Lubbock, TX, daughter Kendall, of Jonesboro, brother Brent (Jodi)...

James "Jamie" Robert Mccurry

May 31, 2024

James “Jamie” R. McCurry, 41, of Ravenden passed away Friday, May 31, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born July 16, 1982 in Houston, Texas. Jamie was of the Church of Christ belief. He was a United States Army Veteran who served his country for over 14 years. He served in Iraqi Freedom during his service. Jamie...

Ann Heustess Ford

May 31, 2024

Ann H. Ford, 84, of Jonesboro, died Friday, May 31 at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center. She had lived in Jonesboro since 1969, moving here from Starkville, Mississippi. Mrs. Ford received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Memphis State University. Ann was a member several organizations at MSU, including Alpha Xi Delta sorority, serving as president of her...

Carol Lee Moye

May 30, 2024

Carol Lee Moye, 82, of Jonesboro, passed away on May 30, 2024, at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House. Carol was born in Paragould on January 25, 1942, to the late Arvel and Sara Thompson. In addition to her parents, Carol is preceded in death by her grandchild, Gatlin Todd Cooper; sisters, Anne Neuman and Marion Sue Thompson;...

Ronda Winstead

May 30, 2024

Ronda Winstead, 69, of Jonesboro, passed away on May 30, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born in Idaho Falls, ID, on January 23, 1955, to the late Ronald and Gwen Benson. In addition to her parents, Ronda is preceded in death by two sisters, Vicky Martin and Susan Smith; two brothers, Michael and...

Sharlene E. Letner

May 29, 2024

Sharlene E. Letner, 67, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center.  She was born on November 7, 1956 here in Jonesboro.  She was a member of Needham Baptist Church.  Sharlene worked as an RN for over 20 years, and enjoyed being a travel nurse, and enjoyed working in the ICU unit.  ...

Helen Jane Mcdaniel

May 29, 2024

Helen Jane McDaniel, 84, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Lakeside Nursing Center. Born to Alvin and Grace Cutler on January 10, 1940, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Helen led a life marked by resilience, love, and dedication.

A 22-year survivor of breast cancer, Helen exemplified strength and grace throughout her battle. She...

Angela Dawn Hood

May 29, 2024

Angela Dawn Hood, 53, of Hughes, Arkansas, departed this life on May 29, 2024, at UT Methodist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Angela was born on June 17, 1970, in Trumann, Arkansas.

Angela was a woman of many passions, most notably hunting and taking care of others. Her generous spirit and dedication to her family and friends left...

Bentley Wyatt Mcginnis

May 28, 2024

Bentley Wyatt McGinnis also know as Bad Boy Bentley, Best Boy Bentley, Mr. Mc fidgety, and Brave Boy Bentley was born on April 10th 2024 at 9:39pm at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas to Austin and Catlyn McGinnis. Bentley was a small but feisty little man. He loved to make all of his nurses work for their money. He...

Greg Miller

May 27, 2024

Greg Miller, 62, a lifetime resident of Jonesboro, died Monday, May 27, 2024 at the Flo and Phil Jones House.  He was born on March 22, 1962, in Jonesboro, to Hoyt and Martha Miller. He was of the Baptist belief.  One of his hobbies was dancing at the Sr. Citizen's Center.  He worked for many years as a use...

Holmes Phillips

May 26, 2024

Marlan Holmes Phillips, Jr., age 83, of Jonesboro, AR passed away on May 26, 2024 from vascular dementia. Holmes was born on October 25, 1940 in Paragould, AR to Marlan and Inez Phillips.

After Holmes graduated from Paragould High School, he went on to receive a Bachelor degree in accounting at Arkansas State College.

Holmes...

Sondra Lynn Carter

May 26, 2024

Sondra Lynn Carter, 51, of Jonesboro, passed away on May 26, 2024. She was born on August 1, 1972, in St. Louis, Illinois, to the late Jimmy and Sandra Koller Crain. Sondra spent most of her life in Jonesboro with a brief period in St. Louis and was of the Christian faith.

Sondra was a dedicated Registered...

Suzette Davidson

May 26, 2024

Suzette (Lamesa) Davidson of Jonesboro, passed peacefully from this life on May 26, 2024.  She was born in Brookland Arkansas on January 7, 1959 to Gilbert and Janette (Thelma) Futrell.   She was a resident of the Brookland/Jonesboro area her entire life.  She graduated from Brookland High School then became a cosmetologist and cosmetology instructor.  She married the love of...

Clyde Alton Gray

May 25, 2024

Clyde Alton Gray, 90, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on September 10, 1933, in Roe, Arkansas, to the late Ernest and Edith Lindsey Gray. Clyde served as assistant manager at the Social Security Office in Jonesboro for 30 years and was a Rotarian. He graduated from...