Obituaries

May 9, 2024

Rose Lynn Wakefoose, of Jonesboro, departed this life on May 9, 2024, at the age of 86 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on May 19, 1937 in Elgin, Arkansas to the late Edgar and Lizzy Stoner.

Throughout her lifetime, Rose called Jonesboro her home, where she made countless memories and touched...

May 9, 2024

Brian Keith Timmons, 59, of Jonesboro, formerly of Bay, departed this life on May 9, 2024. Born to the late Wilburn and Jeannette Timmons on May 28, 1964, in Chicago, IL.

Brian was a member of the Broadway Baptist Church in Bay. He lived a life filled with diverse interests and pursuits, finding joy in the simple...

May 9, 2024

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Ricky David Duhon, 70, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Thursday, May 9, 2024. He was born on October 23, 1953, in Texas City, Texas, to the late Leo and Una Duhon.

Ricky's journey...

May 9, 2024

John William Verser, 35, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on September 11, 1988, he was nurtured by the loving care of  Joe and Melanie Verser. Will was a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural economics from Arkansas State University.

May 7, 2024

John Allen Bishop, a cherished member of the Jonesboro community, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center. Born to the late John A. and Naomi Bishop in Steele, Missouri, on March 22, 1933, John called Jonesboro home since 1956, having moved from Campbell, Missouri, where he completed his high school education.

A...

May 6, 2024

Nancy Marie Davis, a beloved figure in the Jonesboro community, peacefully passed away on May 6, 2024, at St. Elizabeths Place, surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 76. Nancy's journey began on September 27, 1947, born to Dennis and Geraldine Ellis. She spent the majority of her vibrant life in Jonesboro, though she briefly resided in Oakland,...

May 4, 2024

Joseph Edward "Joe" Smith, 89, of Bartlett, Tennessee, passed from this life on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at his residence in Bartlett.

Joe was born in Manila and was a 1953 graduate of Manila High School and attended Arkansas State University on the GI Bill following his military service. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was...

May 4, 2024

Janis Goldsmith Pickle, 81, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on May 4, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. She was born November 25, 1942, in Kennet, MO, to J.N. and Sara Goldsmith.  She was the second of two children and had a special relationship with her sister, who she lovingly referred to as “Sissy”.  She attended Kennet High...

May 4, 2024

Bobby “Bob” Gene Dodson, 84, of Paragould passed from this life Saturday May, 4, 2024 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born April 24, 1940 in Paragould to the late Leonard and Lettie Dodson. Bob has lived in Paragould for the last 18 years having previously lived several other places including Phoenix, Arizona and the Philippines. Bob served our...

May 3, 2024

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Farris Edgar Hufstedler, 66, of Jonesboro, Arkansas departed this life on Friday, May 3, 2024 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born on April 17, 1958, to Cecil Monroe and Vera Gladys Standfill Hufstedler in Pocahontas.

Farris was a member of Central Baptist Church in Jonesboro, Safety Trainer for Jonesboro Public...

May 2, 2024

John Leo Gagliano, Jr., 77, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed from this life on Thursday, May 2, 2024 surrounded by those he loved. He was born in Providence, Rhode Island on November 18, 1946 to John L. and Jewell E. Gagliano. John Jr. proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the US Air Force for 8 years as a...

May 2, 2024

Susan Gayle Henegar, 68, of Jonesboro gained her wings Thursday, May 2, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center surrounded by her husband and 2 daughters. She was born October 8, 1955 in Lubbock, Texas to the late Jack and Josephine Brown. In 1968, the company her father worked for transferred them to Jonesboro, where she met the love of...

May 1, 2024

Patrick A. Palmer, born on September 30, 1969, at Castle Air Force Base in Atwater, California, passed away on May 1, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Herb and Dorothy Palmer, and his siblings, Richard (Rick) Mason, Bonnie Drennen, and Steve Mason.

He is survived...

Apr 30, 2024

Jeannette Morgan Funeral Service

Jeannette Morgan, 69, of Jonesboro passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born February 5, 1955, in Wichita, Kansas to the late Gerald and Juanita Cheshier. Jeannette was a Christian of the Baptist faith and attended Central Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Faith Bible Institute....

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....