Obituaries
Taylor "Tad" Austin Dobbins
May 27, 2026
Tad Dobbins, 41, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on May 27, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center.
Tad was born on December 6, 1984, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Gary and Connie Dobbins. He grew up in Marmaduke, Arkansas, before making his home in Jonesboro 12 years ago. He was of the Baptist faith.
A gifted and talented individual, Tad earned his bachelor’s...
Wanda Vernell Sawyer
May 21, 2026
Wanda Vernell Sawyer passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on May 21, 2026. She was born on November 6, 1941, in Burdette, Arkansas, to Delbert and Veron Shaw.
Wanda was a graduate of Arkansas State College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. Following graduation, she began her career in education as a school teacher in Armorel. After several...
Charles David Young
May 27, 2026
Charles David Young, 52, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born November 19, 1973 in Jonesboro to Charles Grady Young and Jo Ann Avery.
David has lived in Jonesboro for the last 15 years after having lived in Trumann for most of his life. David was...
William Glenn "Butch" Summers
May 25, 2026
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William G. “Butch” Summers, 68, of Lake City, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born December 23, 1957, in Gideon, Missouri, Butch was a devoted Christian and faithful member of Bethabara Baptist Church. He retired as a security officer and was known for his strong work...
Letha Lavon Tongusi
May 24, 2026
Letha Lavon Tongusi, of Marmaduke, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, at Advanced Care Hospital in Searcy, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 16, 1970, in Jonesboro to the late Ronald Maggard and Lethal Maggard.
Letha was raised in Northeast Arkansas and found joy in life’s simple blessings. She loved plants, especially her Easter...
Judy McCarty Ervin
May 23, 2026
On the morning of May 23, 2026, Judy Carolynn McCarty Ervin opened her eyes into God’s presence. Can you imagine the glorious sights she must be seeing?! You can too, by asking Jesus into your heart at this very moment! God sent His only son to die for our sins, that we may not die, but have eternal life. If...
William "Will" Frankely Acosta
May 22, 2026
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William “Will” Frankely Acosta, 42, departed this life on Friday, May 22, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 25, 1983, in New York City.
Will was the co-owner of Merrimack Construction alongside his brother, Misael. He was known for his hard work, dedication, and love for his family. He was a faithful member of...
Rosie Lee Waldroup
May 22, 2026
Rosie Lee Waldroup, 85, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on May 22, 2026 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on April 21, 1941 in Cold Water, Mississippi.
Rosie was a devout Christian and could always be found reading her bible, which she knew beginning to end. She was a music lover and especially loved singing. In...
Jerilyn Lee Peterson
May 21, 2026
Jerilyn Lee Peterson, 82, of Jonesboro, peacefully departed this life on May 21, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born on March 2, 1944, in Minnesota to the late Edward and Verna Donohue.
Jerilyn dedicated many years of compassionate service as a nurse with the Red Cross before retiring. She was a woman of Lutheran faith whose life was...
Karen Lovan Small
May 20, 2026
Karen Lovan Small, née Taylor, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at the age of 69.
Karen was born on July 18, 1956, in Wilson to Charlie Taylor and Thelma Taylor, née Marshall. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother and great-grandmother, and a treasured friend to many.
On April 1, 1972, Karen married the love...
Marilyn Jane McCloud
May 20, 2026
Marilyn Jane McCloud, 78, of Jonesboro, departed this life on May 20, 2026, at her home. She was born on November 8, 1947, in Missouri to Charles and Mary Barnes.
Marilyn was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. She graduated from Arkansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in English. She had a deep love for reading and could often...
Maxie W. Hales Jr.
May 19, 2026
Maxie Woodrow Hales Jr., 87, went peacefully to be with the Lord on May 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 29, 1938, to the late Max Sr. and Georgia Hales.
Max proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. After leaving the Air Force, he worked for Craighead Electric, ITE, Arkansas Industrial Electric, IAC,...
Chlorita Cox
May 19, 2026
Chlorita Cox, 86, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born to the late Ite and Mattie Perry on August 9, 1939 in Balch, Arkansas.
Chlorita was a faithful member of Walnut Street Baptist Church until her health prevented her from attending. She attended college in Memphis...
Vicki Lynn Mead
May 18, 2026
Vicki Lynn Mead, 72, of Jonesboro, passed away on May 18, 2026 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. She was born on December 3, 1953 in Jonesboro to the late Pete and Dorothy Mead.
Vicki was a graduate of Nettleton High School and went on to enjoy a long career as a dedicated accountant before retiring. She was a devout...
Matt Tolbert Wright Jr.
May 16, 2026
Matt Tolbert Wright Jr., 76, departed this life on May 16, 2026, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. He was born on January 16, 1950, in Newport, Arkansas, to Matt Tolbert Wright Sr. and Dovie Wright.
Matt proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a proud veteran. Born and raised in Newport, he...
Bob Seale
May 15, 2026
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Robert Earl “Bob” Seale, 83, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on May 15, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born to Russell and Mary Seale on February 22, 1943, in Birmingham, Alabama.
Bob graduated from L. Frazier Banks High School in Birmingham in 1961 and later attended Auburn University. He served as a medic in...
Wanda Lee Tate Berry
May 14, 2026
Lifelong Jonesboro resident Wanda Lee Tate Berry, age 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
She was born on November 14, 1937, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to U.L. and Betty Tate. Wanda graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1955. While in high school, she met her future husband, Dr. Donald Berry. They married on August 2, 1958, and both attended...
Stella Louise Mathis
May 14, 2026
Stella Louise Mathis, 81, of Bono, passed away on May 14, 2026, at her home. She was born in Lunsford on May 20, 1944, to the late Bessie Shipman. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Pinto Mathis; her sister, Sue Beaty Buzard; her brother, William Buzard; and her half-brother, Claude Buzard.
Stella was...
Maxine (Kyles) Days
May 13, 2026
Maxine Days passed away peacefully at the Flo & Phil Hospice House in Jonesboro on May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 29, 1960, in Hayti, Missouri. Throughout her life, she called Germany, Texas, and Arkansas home.
Maxine had a deep love for music and found joy in singing and playing the piano, and working...
Steve Allen Bell
May 12, 2026
Steve Allen Bell, 64, of Osceola died Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on June 3, 1961, in Rector, Arkansas to Kenneth and Joyce Bell. He served his country in the United States Army. Steve enjoyed riding motorcycles, grilling and fishing. He had worked at American Greetings for over 46 years. He loved to...
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