Obituaries

Oct 20, 2021

Charles Harry Ross, 82, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away peacefully on October 20, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital. He was born February 9, 1939 in Caruth, Missouri to Viola Elizabeth Thompson Ross and Raymond Harrison Ross.

Charles graduated from Caruth High School and Arkansas State University. He received a degree in Agricultural Business. While at ASU, he...

Oct 20, 2021

Cherish Renee Fergeson, 52, of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at her home with her family by her side.

She was born to Paul Fergeson and Shirley Coble on August 30, 1969 in Memphis, TN. Cherish has resided in Jonesboro for the majority of life after coming from Memphis. She was of the...

Oct 18, 2021

Jacqueline (Jackie) Gail Sims,  59 of Jonesboro passed from this life Monday, October 18, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center.  She was born in Florida, July 19, 1962 to the late James Conkin and Lurean Miller Conkin.  Jackie worked at NEA Baptist Hospital and was also of the Baptist belief.  She loved spending time with family, her grandchildren and...

Oct 17, 2021

Family caretaker, and life long garden enthusiast, Joanne Onstead of Bay, Arkansas passed from this world on October 17th 2021 at the age of 83. After a long battle with a range of health conditions, she passed peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones.  Although her body failed her, her wit and caring nature never did.  JoAnne was born...

Oct 17, 2021

Mr. Robert Douglas Chastain of Jonesboro, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born January 11, 1940, to the late Clarence and Claudia Chastain.

Robert was Owner and Operator of his own truck for 35 years or more. He spent so long trucking when he retired, he would...

Oct 16, 2021

Wilda Jean Ford, 84, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at St. Elizabeth’s Nursing Center.  She had lived most of her life in Northeast Arkansas.  She was born on July 20, 1937 to Lon and Nola Q. Fowler in Senath, Missouri.  Jean was a member of the Cathedral Baptist Church in Jonesboro.  When Skateland...

Oct 15, 2021

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James “Jim” Ellis Ladd, 80, of Lake City passed from this life on Friday, October 15, 2021, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born to the late Herschel and Sarah Qualls Ladd on September 20, 1941, in Lake City. Jim was a retired farmer and the owner and operator of...

Oct 14, 2021

Treta Crabtree, 78 of Jonesboro, gained her heavenly wings on October 14, 2021 with her loving hands held by her daughters. She was tenacious throughout life, however this battle with cancer could not be overcome.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, Phillip Bollinger; parents, Lelia Mae Jett and Lester Dean Ferguson; husbands, Donald Holsclaw and...

Oct 14, 2021

Paul Meurer,66, of Jonesboro, formerly of Osceola died Thursday, October 14, 2021.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Osceola.  He worked in manufacturing management for over 35 years.  Paul and his wife loved to travel and enjoyed many hours as antique bargain hunters.  For many years, he excelled as a tennis player. He was preceded...

Oct 13, 2021

Richard Roush, 57, of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at his residence.  He had lived in Jonesboro for the past 20 years, moving here from Trumann.  He was born in Lake City to Harvey and Virble Roush.  Richard was a member and attended Temple Baptist Church.  As an electrician, he was very proud he graduated from Delta Vo-Tech...

Oct 13, 2021

Charlotte Bennett Wilcoxson, 66 of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.  She was born October 27, 1954 to the late James and Betty McCullum Bennett in Stuttgart, Arkansas.  Charlotte retired as a school guidance counselor in Forrest City.  She enjoyed sewing, traveling and shopping.  Charlotte loved her dogs. ...

Oct 12, 2021

Gary Dale “Crocker” Wandling, 60, went to be with the Lord October 12, 2021 surrounded by his family, after a second battle with cancer.

Gary was born in Inglewood, California and was raised in Akron, Ohio. He was a graduate of Garfield High School and worked in the printing industry his entire life.  Gary was an avid...

Oct 12, 2021

Anthony Wayne Brown, 57, of Jonesboro, a lifetime resident of Northeast Arkansas, died Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at his home.  He, commonly referred to as Bear, was of the Baptist belief.  He was a member of Jonesboro Masonic Lodge, #129.  He enjoyed being active in remote controlled model airplanes, helicopters and cars. He excelled in the art of woodworking...

Oct 10, 2021

Carolyn Sue “Gammill” Crider, 76, of Jonesboro passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House. She was born April 11, 1945 in Jonesboro to the late Damon Gammill and Mary Vance. What's not to love about a woman who loved her daughters, grandchildren and great grandson immensely!  In her last year's before falling...

Oct 9, 2021

Michael Ray "Mike" Huffman, age 65, of Lake City, passed from this life on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at NEA  Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro.

Mike was born July 31, 1956, to Bobby and Mary Lou Huffman and was a life-long resident of the Lake City area. He was a 1974 graduate of Lake City High School and...

Oct 6, 2021

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Mr. Clarence L. “Butch” Coleman of Jonesboro, formerly of Cabot departed this life on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at his home at the age of 71. He was born November 14, 1949, in Kennett, MO to the late Wade Russell Sr. and Zobeida Sullivan Coleman. Butch was a retired Postal Worker and an Air...

Oct 6, 2021

Dale Letner, 69, of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.  He was born on February 23, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan to Glen and Donie Arzella Letner.  He was of the Baptist belief.  His hobbies included, motorcycling, hunting, and anytime he had a wrench in his hand.  His most precious time was with his family,...

Oct 5, 2021

Bryant White, 57, of Jonesboro passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. He was born November, 2, 1963. He was a loving husband, father, and friend. He was also an avid bass fisherman.

Bryant was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Jeanette White of Wynne.

Bryant married his...

Oct 5, 2021

William “Bill” H. Harris, 78, of Jonesboro passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at his home. He was born January 25, 1943 in Piggott to the late Herbert and Ruby Harris. Bill was a member of Rogers Chapel Church of Christ in Piggott.

In addition to his parent, Bill was preceded in death by his brother, Jim...

Oct 4, 2021

Verlon M. Smith, 93, of Jonesboro passed from this life Monday, October 4, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center.

He was born August 22, 1928 in Manila to the late Arthur and Letha Smith. Verlon has lived in Jonesboro for a little over a year after moving from Cherokee Village. He was a dedicated, born again Christian,...