Obituaries

Donald Earl Settles

Dec 1, 2022

Donald Earl Settles, 87, a life-long resident of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at St. Bernards Medical Center.  He was born in Jonesboro on December 21, 1934 to Albert and Leona Settles.  He served his country in the US Navy Air Reserves.  Don retired from ADT in 1991.  He was of the Pentecostal belief...

Herman Noel Deason

Dec 1, 2022

Herman Noel Deason, 18, of Black Rock passed from this life on Thursday, December 1, 2022. He was born to James Crutchfield Jr. and Kreccia Jones Pegler on June 16, 2004 in Jonesboro. Herman enjoyed studying and learning the Bible. He was working towards becoming a Youth Minister at his church, Center Hill Missionary Baptist. Herman was good a...

Caroline Ann Wood

Nov 30, 2022

Caroline Wood, 81 of Jonesboro left this world Wednesday, November 30 at 1:12 AM at St Bernards Regional Medical Center.  Caroline was born on March 6, 1941 in Caraway where she was a long time resident before moving to Jonesboro around 30 years ago.  Her hobbies included backyard bird watching, sewing, quilting, DIY projects, and hand raising hundreds of...

Michael Anthony Mcgarrh

Nov 29, 2022

Michael A McGarrh departed this life on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at his residence. He was born January 21, 1959 in Joliet, IL.

He worked in the oilfield for many years. He was an avid fisherman and loved Rock N Roll! Kiss was his favorite band. Michael is preceded in death by his father Harold McGarrh. He is...

David Walter Cox

Nov 29, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of David Walter Cox of Oxford, Mississippi, mourn his passing on Tuesday, November 29, 2002, after a brief illness. Dr. Cox was 81 years old.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 31 years, Faye Williams Cox; children, Stacey Cox Harper (Misti),Torrance, CA; Christy Cox...

Demple "Charlotte" Sheridan

Nov 27, 2022

Demple “Charlotte” Sheridan, 80, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born December 7, 1941 in Bernie, Missouri to the late Alford and Mary Fowler. Charlotte retired as a hairdresser, which she did for over 40 years. She enjoyed going on cruises, playing the lottery, and most of all spoiling...

Jasmine Baker

Nov 26, 2022

Jasmine Baker, 25, of Jonesboro, died on Saturday, November 25, 2022, at NEA Baptist Medical Center.  She has lived in Jonesboro since 2019, moving here from Mountain View, Missouri. Jasmine had a strong Christian belief.  She had a passion for all animals.  Her work as a CNA and working at Ross was very exciting to her.  She loved helping...

Roberta Rogers Davis

Nov 26, 2022

Roberta Rogers, 67, of Ecru, Mississippi passed away Saturday November 26, 2022 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. A visitation will be held Tuesday November 29, 2022 from 5-7 pm at Emerson Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10 am Wednesday November 30, 2022. Burial will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery.

Mark Frederick Downum

Nov 25, 2022

Mark Frederick Downum, 61, of Bono passed from this life on November, 25, 2022 at his home. He was born to Melvin Downum and Janet Ramsey Miller on February 23, 1961 in Glenview, Illinois. Mark received a BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences from the University of Illinois. He loved activities in the outdoors like going kayaking, outdoor drives,...

Johnny Blaxton

Nov 24, 2022

John “Johnny” Wood Blaxton, 75, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at his home. He was born to the late John and Verna Blaxton on September 30, 1947 in Harrisburg, Arkansas. Johnny was a veteran of the U.S. and he was happy to have served his country. He loved raising animals and was a...

Christy Dawn Spearman

Nov 23, 2022

Christy Dawn Spearman, 48, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock. She was born on February 12, 1974 to Carl Taylor and Debbie Thomas Smith in Jonesboro. Christy enjoyed camping, swimming and spending time with family. She especially loved her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time and loving them....

Bradley Frank Snider

Nov 22, 2022

Bradley Frank Snider was born in Little Rock, AR on December 29, 1959, and entered eternal rest on November 22, 2022.

For over 40 years, Brad was a leader of finance in Northeast Arkansas. He was a humble leader, yet left a bold footprint along his journey.  His career began with Peat, Marwick and Mitchell & Co....

Willie Lee Sanders

Nov 22, 2022

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Willie Lee Sanders, 68, of Jonesboro formerly of Fort Worth, Texas passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born July 21, 1954 in Fort Worth, to the late Willie Lee Griffin and Lovie Jewell Sanders. Willie was of the Baptist belief. He retired from Great...

Linda Diane Mcclendon

Nov 21, 2022

Linda Diane McClendon, 77, of Jonesboro, formerly of Marianna, passed from this life on Monday, November 21, 2022, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

A native and life-long resident of Marianna, Linda moved to Jonesboro two years ago to be near her family. She was a 1963 graduate of T.A. Futrell High School...

Gladys L. Sprinkle

Nov 21, 2022

Gladys L. Sprinkle, 84, of Jonesboro, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, November 21, 2022. She was born in Jonesboro, on March 30, 1938 to Loy and Clevie Taylor.  She lived her entire life in the Jonesboro area.  As a member of the North Main Baptist Church, she was always faithful in her attendance.  Gladys started...

Muriel Dean Stokes

Nov 18, 2022

Muriel Dean Stokes, 92, of Jonesboro formerly of Wynne passed away Friday, November 18, 2022 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born February 15, 1930 in Mena to the late Chuck and Georgia Robson. Muriel loved taking care of children and worked for The Learning Center in Jonesboro for several years. She enjoyed cooking, clocks and spending time...

Les Abernathy

Nov 18, 2022

Les Abernathy, age 94, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Friday, November 18, 2022, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro.

Les was born January 24, 1928, in Forsyth, Georgia, to Leslie C. Sr. and Ruth Grant Abernathy. He grew up in Miami, Florida, and Memphis. Les served in Naval Aviation from 1945-1947 and in June 1947,...

Lavaughn Barnes

Nov 18, 2022

Lavaughn Barnes,82, of Bono departed this life on Friday, November 18, 2022, at his residence. He was born to the late Elmer and Jewel Barnes on May 7, 1940 in Fontaine, AR.

Lavaughn loved working on antique tractors and tinkering with all different motors. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

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Misty Carol Walton-Brown

Nov 17, 2022

On the morning of November 17th 2022, Misty Walton-Brown of Jonesboro passed away at the age of 43 after a long, brave battle with cancer. She was born May 31, 1979 in Jonesboro Arkansas. Misty was a wife, mother, sister, friend, and always lended her undivided attention to anyone who needed a friend. Her sense of humor and kind...

Marian Gammill Hollaway

Nov 17, 2022

Marian Gammill Hollaway, 95, of Jonesboro passed from this life Thursday, November 17, 2022 at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born to the late Brodie and Rosalie Gammill on May 13, 1927 in the Nettleton area. Marian resided in West Memphis for 42 years and returned to Bay in 1995. She was a member of the Bay United Methodist...