Obituaries
Luga Peraza
Oct 15, 2025
Luga Peraza, 92, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2025, at her home in Jonesboro. Luga was born in Sinaloa, Mexico, on September 14, 1933, to the late Rafael and Amelia Peraza.
Luga was a dedicated single parent raising four children. She was a fighter, overcoming struggles and adversity to give her family the loving life they deserved. Luga had a...
Beverly Diane Chedister
Oct 12, 2025
It is with love and gentle sorrow that we celebrate the life of Beverly Faries Chedister, who passed away peacefully October 12th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Though her absence leaves a deep ache in our hearts, we take comfort in knowing she is free from pain and at peace.
Beverly was born on November 18, 1969, in...
Emmitt Rex Bickmore
Oct 10, 2025
Emmitt Rex Bickmore, 8-month infant son of Daniel and Cedera “CC” Bickmore, who died Friday, October 10, 2025. Emmitt was born on January 17, 2025, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. The family attended the Paragould Church of God. In Emmitt’s walker he had fun chasing everybody around the house.
Survivors include his parents, brother, Theodore Bickmore, all of the home; paternal...
Mary Ethelyn Vollman
Oct 11, 2025
Mary Ethelyn Gibbs Vollman, age 94, passed away peacefully at the Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas on October 11th 2025. Her beloved husband, Don, and her children were by her side. Born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Little Rock, Ark on March 26th, 1931. Mary Ethelyn lived a life marked by resilience, love, and devotion to her family,...
Ellen Mitchell
Sep 6, 2025
Ellen H Mitchell, 91, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, September 6, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri. Ellen was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Richard S. Mitchell, her brother Robert B. Houston, and her parents Dr. Bruce Houston and Elinor Emmy (Rogers) Houston.
Ellen was adopted by Bruce and...
Justin E. Whitson
Oct 13, 2025
Justin E. Whitson, 49, of Jonesboro, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1976, in Aurora, Illinois, to Marty Whitson and the late Debbie Medel.
Justin grew up in Stockton, California, before moving to Arkansas. He was a believer in Christ. Justin worked for Walmart since 1996, serving at various store locations...
Sonja Ann Moore-Griffith
Oct 12, 2025
Sonja Ann Moore Griffith, 86 of Jonesboro, went to her heavenly home on October 12. She was born at Nettleton on September 1, 1939, to Marguerite Carter Moore and John Moore.
Sonja was a proud member of the Nettleton Class of 1957. She married A. Brooks Griffith, of Bay, on June 7, 1957. He preceded her in death on April 18,...
Norman Bedford Curtner
Oct 11, 2025
Norman Bedford Curtner, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away at his home on October 11, 2025. Norman was born in Memphis, TN, on September 26, 1961, to the late N. B. and Elnora Curtner. In addition to his parents, Norman is preceded in death by his wife, Alisa Curtner.
Norman spent most of his life living in Northeast Arkansas. He was an...
Johnnie Ruth Fisher
Oct 11, 2025
Johnnie Ruth Fisher, 95, of Jonesboro, formerly of Blytheville, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro.
Born November 10, 1929, to the late Willie and Hazel Beckham, Johnnie spent her early years in Blytheville before relocating to Jonesboro in 1969. While in Blytheville, she was the proud owner and operator of Fisher...
Brenda Sue Hillyer
Oct 11, 2025
Brenda Sue (Spears) Hillyer, 74, of Jonesboro, departed this life on Saturday, October 11, 2025. She was born to the late Louis and Elfie Spears in Harrisburg, AR, on February 16, 1951.
Brenda was a devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family, and she embraced each role...
Norman Ray Jennings
Oct 9, 2025
Norman Ray Jennings passed away on October 9, 2025, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born on January 30, 1949, to James and Syble Jennings.
Norman enjoyed attending Brookland Church of Christ and worked as a contractor for many years. Outside of work, he loved spending time outdoors, fishing for crappie in the summer and catfish in the winter, and...
Sandra Kay Emerson
Oct 9, 2025
Sandra Kay Emerson, 65, of Bay, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was born on January 11, 1960, in Trumann, AR, to the late Edward and Lavern Davison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Vernon Davison.
Sandra was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She enjoyed...
Melinda Ruth Emerson
Oct 9, 2025
Melinda Ruth Emerson, 68, of Jonesboro went to be with Jesus peacefully at her home early Thursday morning, October 9, 2025 after a thirteen-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the third child born to the late Joe and Bettie Steiger on March 15, 1957 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Melinda graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Ouachita Baptist University in...
Rod Cornelison
Oct 8, 2025
Rodney “Rod” Allen Cornelison departed this life on October 8, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. He was born on February 26, 1970, in Jonesboro to Hugh and Donna Cornelison.
Rod was a proud Christian who lived life with heart and humor. He loved tinkering with RC cars, spending days fishing, and sharing his passion for...
Jeff Douglas
Oct 7, 2025
Jeff Douglas, 61, of Rector, formerly of Jonesboro, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born March 9, 1964, in Jonesboro to Janis Gulley and the late John Douglas.
Jeff was of the Baptist faith and dedicated his life to public service. He worked in law enforcement for more than 34 years, serving the...
Laquietta Jane "Davis" McAnally
Oct 7, 2025
Laquietta Jane Davis McAnally peacefully passed away on October 7, 2025, as she finally entered her Heavenly Home. At the age of 87 years loved, she was surrounded by her sons, daughter, grandchildren and their families. Her life began on April 24, 1938, in Trumann, Arkansas.
Jane is survived by son, Donald Davis (D.A.) and wife Malissa of Bay, son, Johnny...
Jerita Sue Mathes
Oct 6, 2025
Jerita "Sue" Mathes, 86, of Jonesboro, passed to her eternal home on October 6, 2025. She was born September 12, 1939. Sue, as she was known by, loved sitting on her porch swing watching the deer, cows, wild turkey, squirrels, birds and raccoons that graced her land. She loved reading and crossword puzzles. Sue was an avid cat lover and...
Michael Montgomery
Oct 6, 2025
Michael Lynn Montgomery, 56, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on June 5, 1969, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Denis and Carolyn Montgomery.
Michael proudly served in the Army Reserve during Desert Storm. He was a member of Bono Church of Christ and a 1987 graduate of Poplar Bluff High School. He served...
Honey Dale Turner
Oct 5, 2025
Honey Dale Turner, 83, of Bay, passed from this life on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at her home. She was born on December 19, 1941, in Jonesboro to the late Howard and Mildred Earnhart.
Honey was a member of Fisher Street Baptist Church. She had a love for life that shone through in the things she enjoyed most—visiting flea markets, watching...
Connie Gayle Hancock
Oct 4, 2025
Connie Gayle Hancock, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 4, 2025 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro.
All services will be private.
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