Obituaries

Bonnie Sue Hensley Sitz

Bonnie Sue Hensley Sitz

Oct 28, 2026

Bonnie Sue Hensley Sitz, age 80, of Caraway, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 12:50pm surrounded by her family. She was born on February 21, 1946, in Milligan Ridge, Arkansas, to Lealun and Birdie Barker. She was raised in the love of her parents and 5 siblings.

Bonnie is survived by her...

Rhonda "Nona" Stringer

Rhonda "Nona" Stringer

Oct 29, 2026

Rhonda Darlene “Nona” Stringer, 53, of Trumann passed from this life on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born March 7, 1973 in Osceola to Roger Looney Sr. and Linda Thomas.

Rhonda has lived in Northeast Arkansas most of her life where she was a private nanny for over 15 years. She enjoyed...

Priscilla May "Sharon" Cole

Priscilla May "Sharon" Cole

Oct 27, 2026

Priscilla May “Sharon” Cole departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 24, 1943, to Paul and Melba Edwards in Baldwin Park, California.

Sharon spent the majority of her life in California before moving to Arkansas 20 years ago. She was a Christian and attended The Rock in...

Gilbert Rainey Jr.

Gilbert Rainey Jr.

Oct 26, 2026

Gilbert Rainey Jr, 89, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Monday, October 26, 2026 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born May 13, 1937 in Jonesboro to the late Gilbert Rainey Sr and Vivian Rainey. In addition to his parents, Gilbert is preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette “Jan” Rainey as well as his...

Duke Lee Nelson

Duke Lee Nelson

Oct 10, 2026

Duke Lee Nelson, 69, of Trumann, formerly of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away on October 10, 2026 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born in Racine, Wisconsin on April 8, 1957 to Marshall Nelson and Lucy Ann (Jaskulsky) Nelson.

Duke loved playing video games and spending time outdoors fishing. He was an animal lover and enjoyed being around people....

David Arvis Woodard

David Arvis Woodard

Oct 2, 2026

David Arvis Woodard, 61, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 2, 2026, at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born in Memphis, TN, on May 29, 1965, to Patricia Woodard and the late Solan Arvis Woodard. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Mike and Mark Woodard, and his sister, Alisa Woodard.

David spent...

Robert "Andy" Jarboe

Robert "Andy" Jarboe

Oct 20, 2026

Robert “Andy” Jarboe, 53, of Jonesboro, departed this life on October 20, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on July 3, 1973, in Walnut Ridge.

Andy spent the majority of his life at the Jonesboro Human Development Center, where he enjoyed spending his days playing, visiting with friends, and being around the staff who cared for him. He...

Miller Clarke Vickers

Miller Clarke Vickers

Oct 8, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Miller “Clarke” Vickers, who passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026. We find comfort in the countless memories we shared. He was our greatest supporter, offering unconditional love, unwavering encouragement, and guidance throughout our lives. Clarke was born on November 24, 1942, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Fleet and Mae...

Emma Randle

Emma Randle

Oct 27, 2026

Emma Jewell Randle, of Jonesboro, known as “Nana” and “Grandmother” to the grandchildren who adored her, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 27, 2026, at the age of 94, with her loving family by her side. She leaves behind a family who cherished her and a lifetime of faith and devotion that will continue to guide them.

Emma was...

George Randall King

George Randall King

Oct 27, 2026

George Randall King, 73, of Jonesboro went to be with his heavenly father on Tuesday October 27, 2026. He was born on March 15, 1953 in Jonesboro to Ralph King and Charlene King.

George was a graduate of Arkansas State University where he was a member of the Lamda Chi Alpha Fraternity. He was also a member of the Red Legs...

Susan Jean Williams

Susan Jean Williams

Oct 27, 2026

Susan Jean Williams, 59, of Walnut Ridge, went to her Heavenly home on October 27, 2026. Her departure was Tuesday morning from NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born on January 12, 1967, in Jonesboro to Wilburn W. and Barbara Jean George Ring. She had lived in Walnut Ridge for the past two years, moving there from Osceola, where she lived...

Brenda Ann Kennedy

Brenda Ann Kennedy

Oct 26, 2026

Brenda Ann Kennedy, 73, passed away at the Manila Nursing Center on October 26, 2026. She was born in West Paragould on July 20, 1953, to the late Marchel and Louise Kennedy. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca Findley; her brothers, M.L. and Robert Kennedy; and her sister, Evelyn Duffel.

Brenda was born...

Steve Loroy Talley

Steve Loroy Talley

Oct 26, 2026

Steve Loroy Talley, 77, of Jonesboro, formerly of Brookland, departed this life on Monday, October 26, 2026, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born on May 14, 1949, in Jonesboro to the late Steve Talley and Opal Caudle.

Steve was a hardworking man who took pride in his work and the life he built for his family. He owned and...

Richard Dale Goggins

Richard Dale Goggins

Oct 26, 2026

Richard Dale Goggins 74, of Jonesboro died at St. Bernards Medical Center on October 26, 2026. He was born in Jonesboro on September 18, 1952, to John Tolton Goggins and Opal Lozell Goggins. He was affectionately known throughout Jonesboro as the “Shoeshine Man.” He became a familiar face and was a beloved part of the community. What began with shining...

Danny Allen Parker

Danny Allen Parker

Oct 22, 2026

Danny Allen Parker, 71, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Friday, October 22, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1955, in Hoxie, Arkansas, to the late Bill Parker and Agnes Rice Hibbs.

Danny was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, where he attended with his wife, Mona. He worked as a real estate agent in Jonesboro, serving families...

Angela "Angie" Dawn (Scott) Sutterfield

Angela "Angie" Dawn (Scott) Sutterfield

Oct 22, 2026

Angie (Scott) Sutterfield passed away on October 22, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on November 19, 1979, in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Angie had a wonderful heart filled with boundless love for her family, friends, and animals. She loved with everything she had and never lost her childlike wonderment. She was always the first to help and never wanted anyone to...

James Brady Campbell

James Brady Campbell

Oct 22, 2026

James Brady Campbell, 93, of Jonesboro went to be with our Lord on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Flo and Phil Hospice House.

He was born July 7, 1933 in Monette, AR to the late James Benton and Vivian Campbell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 73 years, Wanda Campbell, their two...

Charlie R Parsons

Charlie R Parsons

Oct 21, 2026

Charlie R. Parsons, 78, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away on October 21, 2026. He was born on October 4, 1948, in Hope, Arkansas, and spent most of his life in Jonesboro.

Charlie was a man of faith who was of the Baptist faith and a member of Family Fellowship Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Dr. Parsons graduated from UAMS with a degree...

Jesse Wayne Stafford II

Jesse Wayne Stafford II

Oct 21, 2026

Jess Stafford, 49, of Jonesboro, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born April 19, 1977 in Memphis, to Sandra and the late Jesse Stafford.

Jess was a 1995 graduate of Jonesboro High School and earned his bachelor's degree in printing management from Arkansas State University. He enjoyed spending time at Lake Norfork, cooking, tinkering...

Darla Denise Malone

Darla Denise Malone

Oct 21, 2026

Darla Denise Malone, 61, departed this life on October 21, 2026, at her home in Batesville. She was born on August 22, 1965, to Harvey and Wanda Malone in Jonesboro and grew up in Lake City.

Darla earned a degree in nursing and had worked for Adoration Home Health for the past several years. She was of the Methodist faith. In...