Obituaries

Jan 25, 2023

Mr. Martis Roger Nix Sr., 75, of Delaware, Arkansas, formerly of Russellville, departed this life on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at his residence. He was born January 10, 1948 in Fenter, Arkansas, to the late Martis G. Nix and Syble Scott.

Martis was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving time during the Vietnam War era, and...

Jan 21, 2023

John Lester Hatcher, age 77, passed away January 21, 2023 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN due to complications following bypass surgery

John was born June 26, 1945 in Walnut Ridge, AR to parents Delphina and Lester Hatcher.

He graduated from Walnut Ridge High School in 1963, and later joined the Army where he...

Jan 21, 2023

Larry Gene Gipson, 79, of Bono passed from this life Saturday, January 21, 2023 at St. Bernards Hospital. He was born June 24, 1943 in Greenfield to the late Paul and Bessie Gipson.

Larry has lived in Northeast Arkansas all of his life and was of the Baptist belief. He enjoyed antique cars and stock car racing...

Jan 20, 2023

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David Brian Williams, 61 of Brookland left his family’s loving arms to be with his Lord and Savior January 20, 2023 at St. Bernards Hospital, where he came into this world on July 16, 1961. His parents were Gordon Ray Leach and Fannie Sue Warner. David didn’t get to meet his father in this...

Jan 20, 2023

Thomas Atkinson, 66, passed from this life on January 20, 2023 at NEA Hospital in Jonesboro. Thomas was born on June 15, 1956 to the late Julian and Ruby Atkinson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Tommy; brothers Eddie, Jim, Jerry, and Chuck; and sister Shirley.

Thomas spent all of...

Jan 18, 2023

Scott “Anthony” Childress, 55, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, departed this life on January 18, 2023, at his residence. He was born July 11, 1967 in Paragould.

Anthony was employed by Research Solutions, helping others recover from alcohol and drug addiction. He was multi-talented and an accomplished writer and had worked for various newspapers. Anthony also taught some college...

Jan 18, 2023

Norma Jean Westbrook, 93 of Jonesboro, AR passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at The Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  She was born August 18, 1929 to Claude and Fonnee Simpkins.

Norma’s passions in life were her faith, family and friends.  Her signature gift of joy shown through her constant smiling, laughter and her...

Jan 18, 2023

Frankie Nell Grisham, 80, of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born December 3, 1942 near Leachville to Frank and Cullie Louise Orsburn.

Frankie has lived in Jonesboro since 1986 and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Jonesboro. She enjoyed travelling...

Jan 18, 2023

View Funeral Webcast Charles Steven Nichols passed away on 01/18/2023 in Jonesboro, Arkansas, at the age of 62. Known by many as “BigNick,” Steve lived most of his life in the Marked Tree. After graduating from Marked Tree High School, he attended Arkansas State University, graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor of Communications, Radio and Television, with an Emphasis in...

Jan 16, 2023

Reba Nell (Rice) Morgan, 80, of Bay gained her heavenly crown Monday, January 16, 2023.

Born April 29, 1942 to Thomas and Jimmy (Mabe) Rice in Sparta, TN, Reba completed 8th grade at Black Oak School. In her later teen years, she moved to Indiana following industry with her older siblings. There, she met her love, Billy...

Jan 16, 2023

Tammy Jo Grigsby,63, of Jonesboro departed this life on Monday, January 16, 2023, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. She was born September, 25, 1959 in Baytown, Texas to the late George Coggins Jr. and Peggy Coggins.

Tammy was an occupational therapist in Jonesboro. You could always find her watching and calling the Hogs! She loved...

Jan 15, 2023

Robert D. “Hap” Harris, 94, of Jonesboro went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 15, 2023.  He lived in Jonesboro for the past five years, moving from Cherokee Village.  He was born in Little Rock on September 28, 1928, to Robert D. Harris, Sr. and Beverly T. Harris of Fayetteville.  When Robert was ten years...

Jan 14, 2023

John “Johnny” Connerley Milum, Jr., 74, passed away on January 14, 2023 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House.

Johnny was born on July 18, 1948 in Batesville, Arkansas to John Connerley Milum and Marian Phillips Milum.

Johnny graduated from Batesville High School in 1966 and went on to have a well-rounded college experience,...

Jan 14, 2023

Bruce Miehl, 59, passed away January 14, 2023 at his home in Jonesboro.

He was born on August 25, 1963 to Robert Miehl and Molly Grojean Miehl.

Bruce was born in Jonesboro and moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia as a child. After some time, he moved back to Arkansas. Bruce was of the Catholic belief....

Jan 14, 2023

Jeri Kay Johnson, 65, of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born February 8, 1957 in Dearborn, Michigan to the late Melvin and Jeanette Brown. Jeri worked several years at Jimco and considered many of the ladies there extended family. She enjoyed traveling, casinos, cruises and spending time with family including shopping...

Jan 13, 2023

Marilyn Hartin, 87, of Jonesboro, was a loving mother, spouse and grandmother, passed from this life on Friday, January 13, 2023 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born in Bono on July 14, 1935, to Bay C. and Gladys Cloinger. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 58 years, Richard Hartin. Survivors include her...

Jan 12, 2023

Phil Carter, 72, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Thursday, January 12,  2023, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Born in Jonesboro, Phil was a 1968 graduate of Nettleton High School where he was a sophomore member of the inaugural football program in the fall of 1965. He was named first team...

Jan 12, 2023

Ron Jones, 68 of Jonesboro, passed from this life to his heavenly home Thursday, January 12, 2023.  He was born October 9, 1954 to Wayne and Ann Jones of Cash.  Ron was a professional painter and wallpaper contractor.  He was also a former pastor and evangelist who loved to spread the Good News, not just in words but in...

Jan 12, 2023

Sharon Kay Davis, 77, of Newport, Arkansas, formerly of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born December 21, 1945 in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee to the late Cecil and Opal Curvin. Sharon was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren.

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Jan 11, 2023

Frederick William Nolte Jr. of Jonesboro, known to everyone as Bill, left this earth on January 11 th , 2023. He had arrived on August 31 st , 1935 in Bradley, Arkansas to Fred Sr. and Faye Nolte.

He grew up on the farm, and early on developed a love of the outdoors, hunting and fishing and...