Gary D. Jones

 

Gary D. Jones, 64, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Friday, April 2, 2010 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born August 30, 1945 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. He was a self employed carpenter.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Mae Howard Jones; and two sisters, Gracie Balow and Inez Powell.

Survivors include one daughter, Shawna Mull of Excelsior Springs, Missouri; son, Derek Jones of Kansas City, Missouri; and two sisters, Margie Wyatt of Paragould, Arkansas and Laverne Taylor of Overland Park, Kansas.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 7th, at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Walcott with Kenneth Camp officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00 until 10:30 a.m. at Heath Funeral Home Wednesday prior to the service.

Lasting memorials may be made to the Kansas City Hospice House or the American Cancer Society.


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Marva Lynn Pinkston

Marva Lynn Pinkston, 50, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2010, at her residence.
Mrs. Pinkston was born July 20, 1959, in Flint, Michigan, and was an employee of Tenneco. She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband, Bobby Pinkston of the home; one son, Casey Rorher of Searcy; and one daughter, Tessa Rorher of Paragould. She is also survived by her father, Marvin McFarlin of Paragould; her grandmother, Cleo Vaughn Heath of Paragould; and two sisters, Beverly Wilkinson of Snohomish, Washington, and Teresa Dion-Lea of Paragould.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Iva Rosalie McFarlin.

There will be a memorial service 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 10th, at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with David Stallings officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until service time.

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Joan Davis
 

Hilda Joan Davis, 67 of Paragould, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2010at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Born November 11, 1942, she was a Christian and a member of the 1st Free Will Baptist Church and retired from Emerson Electric.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband, John Davis, parents, Homer and Edith Walker Hightower; brother, Johnny Hightower; sisters, Mildred Dachs, Wanda Robinson, Donna Smith and Clara Wheat.
Survivors include, daughter and son-in-law, Marla and John McCord of Paragould; sons and daughters-in-law, Barry and Stephane Davis, Larry Davis and Mike and Sherry Davis all of Paragould; sisters, Geraldine Steimel , Nelda Pulley, Diane Kincaid and Brenda Eveland all of Pocahontas. Grandchildren, Zachery and Sarena McCord, Aubree McCord, Tyson, Trase, Josh and Mackenzie Davis, Lyn Wilson; great grandchildren, Hayden Grace McCord, soon to arrive, Bentlee McCord, Chloe Brown , Zac and Alec Wilson. Special friend, Francis Mitchell. Many, many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Rayburn Formon officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the 1st Free Will Baptist Church.

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Ivan Wayne Wilson

Ivan Wayne Wilson, 60, of Paragould passed away April 3, 2010,

He was born on March 11, 1950, to Arnold and Ethylene (Craig) Wilson in Lafe, AR.

He attended Paragould Church of God, loved riding motorcycles and weight lifting.

Ivan was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda (Tuner) Wilson of the home; three daughters, Patricia Vallance and Becky Weaver both of Paragould and Raina Hinkle; a brother, Arlie Wilson of California; two sisters, Virgie Gallager of Washington, Virginia Rodgers of Oklahoma.; four grandchildren Kyle, Michelle Wilson, Meagan, Lee Pyburn and two great-grandchildren, Dwayne Klein and Caspian Oliver.

Memorial services will be 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 6th, at Paragould Church of God.

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Russell Alton McConnaughey

 

Russell Alton McConnaughey, 83, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, April 4, 2010, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.
Born January 12, 1927, in Campbell, Missouri, Mr. McConnaughey retired from Monroe Auto Equipment. He was a member of Brown’s Chapel Baptist Church.

He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Brenda McConnaughey of Paragould; four grandchildren, Chris McConnaughey, Staci Graber, Aaron Hathcock, and Amanda Dobbins; and eight great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Stella McConnaughey; and by his wife, Mary McConnaughey in October, 2009.

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 7th, at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, Paragould, with Royce Boling officiating. Burial will follow in Center Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 12:00 noon until service time at Mitchell Funeral Home.

Aaron Hathcock, Tom Wofford, Oliver Humphreys, Kenny Cline, Gary Worley, and Carroll Worley will serve as pallbearers.

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James Richard Ladyman
 

James Richard “Jim” Ladyman, 73, of Paragould, passed away Monday, April 5, 2010 at his residence.
He worked many years for Darling Store Fixtures and was a salesman for Modern Woodmen Insurance, five years before retiring. He was a member of Center Hill Baptist Church.

Jim was born February 13, 1937 in Knob to Barney and Oma Ladyman. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Ladyman; father, Barney Ladyman; stepson, Robert Earl Griggs; grandson, Justin Griggs; sister, Bonnie Abbott; and stepfather, Virgil Stevens.

He is survived by his mother, Oma Stevens of Paragould; three daughters, Belinda (Gary) Coleman, Lorrie Lipe of Paragould and Jamie (Mel) Gore of Portage, Indiana; eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Tom) Miller of Greer, South Carolina, Joshua Coleman of San Antonio, Texas, Jason (Laura) Coleman of Paragould, Casey (Fawn) Lipe of Gulfport, Mississippi, Carnie Lipe, Mallory, John and Michael Gore of Portage, Indiana.

He is also survived by four great grandchildren, Jaden and Abigail Miller and Emilee and Blake Coleman; seven sisters and three brothers, Genell Shannon, Flossie Breckenridge, Villie Rogers, Freida Kelly, Anita George and Janice Starling, all of Paragould, Virgie Pilarski of Michigan City, Indiana, Monte and Kevin Stevens of Paragould, and Keith Stevens of Cabot, Arkansas. Mr. Ladyman also leaves behind many other family members and close friends.

Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Friday, April 9th, at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Albert Camp officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.

Jeremy Coleman, Cecil Kelly, Frankie Starling, Michael Stevens, Jeff Williams, and Willie Don Williams will serve as pallbearers.

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Atwell Earlie Robb

 

Atwell Earlie Robb, 87, of Paragould passed away April 5, 2010 at St. Bernard’s Regional Medical Center. He was born June 24, 1922 to Al and Pearlie Robb.

Atwell moved to Flint, Mich. in his early thirties and lived there for many years, raised his children and was a general contractor before relocating back to Paragould.

Preceding him in death were his parents; two daughters, Robbie Gail and Michelle Robb; four brothers, H.C. Robb, Wendell Robb, Novis Robb and Brody Robb.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Adams) Robb of the home; one son, Allen Robb; two grandchildren, Alexia and Steven Robb all of Grand Blanc, Mich.; four step-children, Joe Adams of Jonesboro, Joy Middleton, Cheryl Fortenberry and Keith Adams all of Paragould; five step-grandchildren, Chris Middleton, Amy Kersey, Kristen Adams, John Fortenberry and Kayla Adams all of Paragould and four step-great-grandchildren, Reece and Ty Middleton, Kase and Klay Kersey all of Paragould.

The family will receive friends 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 6th, at Phillips Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 7th, in the Center Hill Chapel at Phillips Funeral Home with Jon Binkley and Gary Creemens officiating. Burial will follow at Croft Cemetery.

Lasting memorial may be made to the Children’s Home of Paragould or your favorite charity.

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David Hooker

 

David Hooker passed away April 5, 2010; he was born on January 5, 1954, to Don and Erma Hooker.

Preceding him in death his father Don Hooker; one bother Johnny Johnson, grandparents; Eula Richardson, John Vangilder, Oliver and Pearl Hooker.

Survivors include his companion Paula Hobbs, mother Erma Hooker; one daughter, Brittany Hooker, one granddaughter; Kylee Grace Willie, one sister Shelia and son-in-law Tim McClish.

Lasting memorials may be made to Felisha Textor for David Hooker at Liberty Bank in Paragould, AR for final expenses.

Services will be Thursday, April 8th, at 2:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home

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Jacob Charles Martin Jr.

Jacob Charles “J.C.” Martin Jr., 16, of Paragould passed away on Monday, April 5, 2010, at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock, after a brave battle with cancer.

He was born October 10, 1993, to Jacob Charles Martin Sr. and Pamela N. Brasfield at Kennett, Mo. He was a member of the Senath Full Gospel Church in Missouri, a sophomore at Greene County Tech High School and an avid NASCAR fan. He enjoyed 4-wheelers and loved working on cars and spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Brandon Martin of Paragould and Gary of Caruthersville, Mo.; one sister, Rennee Elizabeth Delagarza of Leachville; grandfather, “Dad” James Brasfield Sr. of Paragould; great-aunt, Bertha Ray of Monette; great-grandma, Lizzie Barnes; nine uncles; four aunts; and a host of other family and friends.

He was preceded in death by “Momma” Sharon Brasfield.

Funeral services will be at the Senath Full Gospel Church at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 8th, with the Rev. Andy Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Leachville Cemetery.

The family will receive visitors this evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the church.

Faith Funeral Service, 561-1197, is in charge of arrangements.

 

Dr. K. Dewayne Eubanks

 

Dr. K. Dewayne Eubanks, 46, of Jonesboro passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at Scattercreek in Paragould, AR.
He was born March 14, 1964 in Athens, Alabama and had lived in Jonesboro for 10 years, moving here from the Alabama area. He was of the Church of Christ belief.

A loving husband and father and dedicated neurosurgeon, he is survived by his wife, Debra Eubanks of Jonesboro; daughters, Kayla Eubanks of Orlando, Fla. And Anna-Grace Eubanks of Jonesboro; sons, Will Eubanks of Fayetteville, Austin Eubanks of Stafford, Va., and Colton Eubanks of Jonesboro; step-daughter, Priscilla Jones of Jonesboro; and step-son, Shane Jones of Paragould; and grandson, Tristan Jones; granddaughter, Loren Jones; step-grandchildren, Brittany and Kaitelyn Sammons.

Other survivors include his mother, Linda Adams of Athens, Ala.; brother, Richard Greene of Ardmore, Ala. and sister, Jennifer Eubanks of Athens, Ala.

He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Eubanks; grandparents, Alvis and Clora Adams and John W. and Vona Eubanks, all of Athens, Ala. Dewayne was a member of the American Association of Neurosurgeons, National Rifle Association and American Legion. He was a Major in the United States Army National Guard and served with Co. G (Airborne) 143rd Infantry Regiment out of Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at Emerson Funeral Home in Jonesboro at 1 p.m. April 9th. Burial will be private with Emerson Funeral Home in Jonesboro in charge.

Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Family requests that lasting memorials be made to the American Cancer Society.


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Ronnie Joe Nance

 

Ronnie Joe Nance, 62, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Lakeside Nursing Center.

He was born April 30, 1947 in Paragould. Ronnie served his country proudly in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He had worked for the Lincoln Company in Jonesboro. He served for over twenty years as a volunteer fireman for the Monette Fire Department. He was a member of the Leachville First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Diana Ruth Nance; his mother, Dorothy Nance; a son and his wife, Shawn and Heather Nance all of Monette; two step-children and their spouses, Danielle and Tony Mcloy and Bradley and Karin Hill all of Jonesboro; a sister, Donzia L. Nance of Monette; nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Collier Joe Nance.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, April 10th, at 10.30 a.m. at the Gregg Funeral Home Chapel in Monette with Rev. David Price officiating. Burial will follow in Monette Memorial Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday, April 9th, 6:00 until 8.00 p.m. at the Gregg Funeral Home in Monette.


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Edith Victoria Templeton

 

Edith Victoria Templeton, 93, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.
She was born May 1, 1916 in Greene County. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Paragould and the Christian Singles Club and Widows Support Group.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cloyce Templeton; her parents, Robert W. and Alice Preslor Pigue; four brothers, RH, Raymond, Herbert and Jones Pigue; four sisters, Florence Pigue, Jettie Andis, Annie Eveland, and Lena Grooms

She is survived by her niece and caregiver, Dorothy Cook and her husband, Clyde C. Cook, niece, Bonnie Pitchers; and by many other nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Pepe.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 10th at 11:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Bill Steeger and Joe Marsden officiating. Pallbearers will be her nephews, Ronald Pigue, Ulvon Pigue, Kim McDaniel, Mickey McDaniel, John May and Lavoy Sanders. Burial will be at Greene County Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 6:00 until 9:00 Friday evening, April 9th, at Mitchell Funeral Home.

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Wanda Lee Rogers

Wanda Lee Felty Rogers, 84, of Paragould passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was born January 9, 1926 in O'Kean, Arkansas. She was co/owner of Rogers Greenhouse in Paragould and was a member of First Baptist Church.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Bessie Allison Felty; husband, James C. Rogers; one son, Michael Lee Rogers; and three brothers: Harold, John and Vernon Felty.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Darlene Rogers; daughters and sons-in-law, June and Kenny Pegg and Susan Rodgers and Tim Simpson all of Paragould; grandson and granddaughter-in-law: Alan and Julie Rogers of Paragould; granddaughters: Maegan Rogers and Kara Pegg of Memphis, TN., and Jamie Rodgers of Paragould; two great grandsons, Xander and Jayden Rodgers of Paragould; brothers and sisters-in-law: Bill Felty of Mt. Home, AR,, Bonnie and Emma Felty of Stanford, J.M. and JoAnn Felty of Brevard, NC., Max and Janice Felty of Knoxville, TN.; one sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Jackie May of Paragould; brother-in-law and wife, R.C. and Bernita Rogers of Paragould; and several nieces and nephews.

Wanda's life will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 10th at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Bill Steeger officiating. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Heath Funeral Home.

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Virginia E. Cooper
 

Virginia Cooper, 85 of Campbell, MO, formerly of Marmaduke, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2010 at General Baptist Nursing Home in Campbell, MO. Virginia was born September 25, 1924, she was a retired school teacher and a member of the Marmaduke Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her husband, V. G. "Shorty" Cooper, parents, A. P. and Ila Reynolds Turberville; brother, Dwight Turberville; son-in-law, Bill Manning.
Survivors include, daughters and son-in-law, Bonnie Manning of Rector, Phyllis and Larry Pankey of Marion, AR; son and daughter-in-law, Jackie and Judy Cooper of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Michele Haley of Rector, Charlotte Wagner and Renee King of St. Louis, MO and Jennifer Roberts of Fort Smith.

Visitation will be Saturday, April 10th from noon until 2:00 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Heath Colonial Chapel with Albert Gardner officiating. Burial will follow in Harvey's Chapel Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Children's Home of Paragould.

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Judith Kae Craft

 

Judith Kae Craft, 53, of Paragould passed away April 9, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was born July 6, 1956 in Ely, Minnesota the daughter of Edward and Marjorie Bleakney Eisner. She was employed at Emerson Electric Company .
Judith is also survived by three sons, Jereme , Jason and Jessie Craft of Paragould; brothers, Michael Kainz of Elburn, Illinois, Mark Kainz of Las Vegas, Nevada and Rick Kainz of Denver City, Texas; and two sisters, Marilyn Weber of Savannah, Illinois and Karla Carwford of Dubuque, Illinois; and two grandchildren, Tessah and Gavin Craft of Paragould.

No services are planned.


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Edward Joseph Freeman

 

Born November 29, 1952, Edward Joseph Freeman, 57, of Paragould passed away April 9, 2010, at his home. Ed was preceded in death by his father, E. J. Freeman of Fort Worth, TX, and his mother, Marion Cunningham of Paragould, Arkansas.
Ed is survived by the love of his life, and his wife of 35 years, Vicki Freeman, of Paragould, his son and daughter-in-law, Blake and Nicole Freeman, and his daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Stacey Benson, all of Paragould. He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Alexis Benson, Halee Benson, Evan Freeman, and Isabella Freeman, all of Paragould, as well as 15 nieces and nephews.
Ed is also survived by his step-father, Al Cunningham of Paragould, and three sisters: Mary Hollister of Flint, Michigan, Cindy Garner of Paragould and Kathy Miller of Paragould and three brothers: Ronnie Freeman, Greg Cunningham and Jerry Cunningham, all of Paragould.

Pallbearers are Scott Britt, Danny Rawls, Ray Noel, Sherrell Johnson, Joey Britt, and Mike Taylor. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Cleveland, Sam Breaux, and Cal C. Smith.

Ed graduated from Paragould High School in 1971, and was a Sales Associate at Garlock Rubber Technologies for 32 years. Ed was an avid music fan who enjoyed playing the guitar and playing golf. He and Vickie hosted an annual Independence Day gathering at their home that became a tradition that was the highlight of the year for all who attended. Above all else, though, Ed was the definition of a family man—a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather who cherished time with his family and friends and made all of their lives better by being there for them, and being a man of great character.

Visitation will be Saturday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 11, 2010, at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Jim Fowler officiating. Burial will follow in Brown’s Chapel Cemetery.

Ed’s wishes were that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas, 1009 Wolfe Street Little Rock, AR 72202.


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Harold Eugene Reed
 

Harold Eugene Reed, 78 of Paragould passed away Friday, April 9, 2010at VA Medical Center in Memphis. Harold was born September 5, 1931, he was a retired bridge carpenter and a member of the Grace Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his 1st wife, Joyce , 2nd wife, Mamie, parents, Thomas Arl and Esther Chasteen Reed, brothers, Sheral, Grimsley and Doyle Reed, sisters, Mildred Reed and Lola Wyatt.
Survivors include sons and daughter-in-law, Mark Reed of Vail, CO, Tony and Kim Batey of Maumelle, AR; daughters and son-in-law, Patricia Barker of Paragould and Lisa and John Abanathy of Sikeston, MO; brothers Ralph Reed of Welsh, LA, Thelbert Reed of Dearing, GA and Dwight Reed of Paragould; sister, Wilma Lemonds of Marmaduke, 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be Sunday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, April 12th, at 10:00 a.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel with Revs. Gerald James and Eddie Gene Wright officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to the Grace Baptist Church of the American Cancer Society.


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Jerry DeFries
 

Jerry Edward DeFries, 59, of Marmaduke, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010, at St Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro. He was co-owner of Franks Transmission and owner of DeFries Competition Automatics. He was a long time drag racer and loved hunting and fishing. He was born July 30, 1950 in Paragould.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harold Edward DeFries and brother, Gary DeFries.
Survivors include his mother, Mildred DeFries, daughter and son-in-law: Gena and Lonnie Parrish; son and daughter-in-law: Jeremy and Ashley DeFries; sister: Judy Hamilton, all of Paragould; brothers: Jimmy DeFries and Rick DeFries, both of Marmaduke, Mike DeFries and Randy DeFries, both of Paragould, Keith DeFries of Marmaduke, Kevin DeFries, of Paragould; granddaughters: Shelby, Madison, Carson, Hadlee; grandsons: Drew, Jalen and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Monday evening, at Heath Funeral Home. His life will be celebrated at a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 13th, at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, with Rev. Kim Bridges officiating.
Pallbearers are Johnny Damon, Zack Burgess, Joe Dollar, Terry Barner, Jimmy Hardin, and Gary Priest. Honorary Pallbearers are Lee Fuller, Danny Barnhart, Fred Shannon and Gary Derr.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Carolyn Faye Norman
 

Carolyn Faye Keel Norman, 62, of Beech Grove, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010, at her home. Carolyn was a teacher, teaching five years of high school home economics and twenty-two years nutrition education in the WIC program. She was a member of the Chickasaw Nation and First Baptist Church of Paragould.
She was born January 23, 1948 the daughter of the late Lewis and Zola Chambers Keel. She was also preceded in death by her eldest brother, James Keel.

Survivors include her husband: Norris Norman, of the home; brothers: Stanley Keel of Asheville, NC, Douglas Keel, David Keel, Dale Keel, Larrell Keel; sisters: Wanda Breedlove, Marlene Hutchison, Margaret Willard, and Charlene Brown, all of Oklahoma. Family and friends will meet at Beech Grove Cemetery, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 13th for visitation. Graveside services will follow at 11:00 with Reverend Jay Hicks, Chaplain Rick McDade and Reverend Bill Steeger officiating.
Pallbearers are Wayne Stallcup, Ronny Tritch, Jerry Scheer, Marty Needham, Ray Dowler and Jerry Orick.

Memorials may be made to the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923 or www.scleroderma.org.


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Lela Frances Robinson

 

Lela Frances Robertson Robinson 66, of Paragould passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on July 23, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois she formerly worked at Monroe in Paragould.
Survivors include; one son and daughter-in-law; William Robertson and Krista of Colorado, three daughters and sons-in-law; Kathy Gage and Donald , Cindy Tyler and Harold all Paragould, Patty Jackson and Mark of Southaven, Mississippi, one brother; Johnny and three sisters; Marie, Dianne and Lisa, twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by; her first husband; William Doyne Robertson, her second husband; James Robinson, her father; John Clark, her mother; Frances Vitacco and one grandchild; Brian Johnson.

Funeral services will be Monday, April 12th, 1:30 p.m. at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Jay Hicks officiating. Burial will follow in New Friendship Cemetery. Visitation will be from Noon until service time on Monday at the Mitchell Funeral Home.

Pallbearers include; Matthew Gage, Chris Johnson, Josh Potter, Travis Burke, Tim Mathis and Tony Bachorski.


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Betty Katherine Short

 

Betty Katherine Short, 82, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010 at her residence.
Miss Short was born July 29, 1927, in Walcott and was a former employee of Emerson Electric and Wilbourn Wholesale. She was a member of East Side Baptist Church.

Survivors include three nieces, Rosemary Taylor of St. Charles, Texas, Alex Hogan and Lora Lou Swindle, both of Paragould. She is also survived by three great nieces; three great nephews; and several great great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Vera Short.

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 13th, at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Dennis Scudder officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, 9:00- until 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould. The procession will leave at 10:30 a.m.

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Dickie Thompson

Dickie Thompson, 51, of Paragould passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010 at his residence. Born November 21, 1958, he was a self-employed construction worker and a member of the Finch Baptist Church.

Dickie was preceded in death by his parents, Mack and Allean Lively Thompson.

Survivors include son, Jordan Tyler Thompson of Paragould; daughter, Taryn Elizabeth Ann Thompson of Fayetteville; brother, Mack E. Thompson of Ash Flat; aunts, Irene Walden and Edith Evans of Paragould; sister-in-law, Theresa Thompson of Paragould; nieces and nephews, Kristen and John Thompson of Paragould, Chase and Anna Hayes of Fayetteville, and several cousins.

Visitation will be Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, at Finch Baptist Church. Memorial services will be at 12:00 noon Wednesday, April 14th at the Finch Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Gage officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Dickie Thompson Memorial Account at 1st National Bank. Heath Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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James Abner Blackburn
 

James Abner Blackburn, 90, of Paragould, passed away Monday, April 12, 2010, at the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. He was born June 11, 1919, in Greene County, Arkansas.

Mr. Blackburn graduated from Alexander High School and received BSE and MSE degrees in Mathematics from Arkansas State University. He was a lifelong farmer in the Alexander Community. In 1984, he received the Greene County CD Outstanding No Till Farmer Award from the Arkansas Association of Conservation Districts. He served as a teacher, principal, and coach in the public school systems in Arkansas and Missouri for 38 years. He was interested in antique cars and trucks and loved to fish. Mr. Blackburn was a member of Third Avenue Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.

Mr. Blackburn was preceded in death by Imogene, his wife of 69 years; his parents, Jeff and Leoma Blackburn; and a granddaughter, Kelley Lynn Blackburn.

Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-law, Jimmy Pat Blackburn, Tim and Melissa Blackburn; one daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Ronnie Edwards, all of Paragould; five grandchildren and one granddaughter-in-law, Justin and Whitney Blackburn, Britt Blackburn, Hawley Blackburn, Shelby Blackburn, and Bridgette Blackburn McNabb; and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Thursday, April 15th, 10:30 a.m., at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bob Lee officiating. Burial will follow at the Greene County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday evening at Mitchell Funeral Home 6:00 until 9:00.

Pallbearers will include Justin Blackburn, Britt Blackburn, Lavon Hill, Bill Hill, Hughlen Shatley, Eddie Johnston, John Miles, and Billy Joe Dowdy. Honorary pallbearers will be Dick Beggs, Charles Evans, Vernon Boyd, Bro. Leon Johnson, Cecil Gladish, and John Powers.

Memorials to Third Avenue Baptist Church or to Bethel Station Baptist Church would be appreciated.


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Dennis Glen Metheny

 

Dennis Glen Metheny, age 66, of Washington, Missouri, formerly of Leachville, passed away Monday, April 12, 2010 at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Born at Leachville he was the son of the late Glen and Della Hyde Metheny and had been a longtime Washington area resident. He was a Leachville High School Class of 1960 graduate and had earned a bachelor of Science Degree from Arkansas State University and later his Masters Degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville. He had taught school in the Bloomfield and Ritnour School District in St. Louis. He was the owner and operator of Dennis Metheny Adjusting Company in Washington, MO. and was a member of the Kiwanis Civic Club.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim Metheny and Perry Metheny, and two sisters, Blanche Conrad and Patsy Faye Metheny.

Survivors include, two daughters, Kelley Carter of Washington, MO., Stacy Warner of Warrensburg, MO., two brothers, Ben Metheny of Leachville, AR., Larry Metheny of Kennett, MO., two sisters, Betty Jo Mason of Columbia, MO., Sonja Hosman of Paragould, AR. And three grandchildren


Funeral Services will be Thursday, 2:00 p.m. in the Howard Funeral Chapel in Leachville with Mr. Roger Chaffin officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens in Paragould, AR. The family will receive visitors Thursday morning from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

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Nettie Clarene Holcomb McFarland
 

Nettie Clarene Holcomb McFarland, daughter of the late Ben and Stella Kenser Sutherland, was born December 4, 1921, in Arbyrd, Mo., and passed away Monday, April 12, 2010, at the Belle Meade Nursing Home in Paragould, Ark., at the age of 88.
She married Harold "Hugo" Holcomb, who preceded her in death on Dec. 11, 1979. She later married J.D. McFarland, who preceded her in death on Oct. 3, 2009. She was also preceded in death by a brother, W.B. "Dub" Sutherland, and two sisters, Betty Heiden and Cora Lee Shands.

Survivors include three sons, Ronald Holcomb and wife, Ethel, of Acton, Calif., Gaylon Holcomb and wife, Jeri, of Surprise, Ariz., and David Holcomb and wife, Debbie, of Malvern, Ark.; a step-son, Marion McFarland and wife, Janet, of Paragould, Ark.; one brother, Jim Sutherland, of Meridian, Miss.; one sister, Alma Heady, of Southhaven, Miss.; 11 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren, and other relatives and many friends.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 15th, at the McDaniel Funeral Home in Senath.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 16th, at the McDaniel Funeral Home Chapel in Senath with Bro. Chuck Clark officiating.

Burial will follow in the Cardwell Cemetery.

 

Connie Jo Pratt
 

Connie Jo Pratt, 51, of Paragould, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at Baptist East Hospital, Memphis.
Born October 29, 1958, in San Diego, California, she was a BSN RN at Helena Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Pratt was a member of the 7th and Mueller Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Joann Bates.

Survivors include her husband, David Pratt of the home; two sons, Casey Pratt of the home and Seth Pratt of Los Angeles, California; two brothers, David Bates of El Cajon, California, Pat Bates of Tucson, Arizona; and one sister, Penny Hale of Santee, California.

Visitation will be Saturday, 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at 7th and Mueller Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be Sunday, April 18th, 1:30 p.m. at 7th and Mueller Church of Christ with Larry McFadden and Michael Cox officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Knot Cemetery under the direction of Mitchell Funeral Home.

David Summitt, Mark Wilbur, Frank Reddick, Roy Thomas, Delaine Landrum, Mark Morris, John Otto and Barry Greenway will serve as pallbearers.

Memorials to the Crowley’s Ridge Academy Soccer program would be appreciated.

Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

O’Neal W. Kellim

O’Neal W. Kellim, 78, owner of Phillips Motel passed away at home Wednesday, April 14, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born March 16, 1932, in the town of Delaplaine, to the late Wash and Lola Thomas Kellim. He graduated from Delaplaine High School and received his degree from Arkansas State University.

O’Neal served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, and served in the Arkansas National Guard. He was present at the integration of Central High School in Little Rock. On May 29, 1953, he was united in marriage to Kay Oldham of Hoxie.

Mr. Kellim was very active in the social, commercial and political advancement of the Walnut Ridge area. He was a teacher and basketball coach at both Delaplaine and Hoxie High Schools. He was owner of Kellim Insurance and Real Estate Agencies. He was the co-founder of Lawrence County Abstract.

O’Neal served in multiple political offices including circuit court clerk and held the office of mayor, dedicating his term to the advancement of the many commercial industries that moved to the area during that time. At the time of retirement he purchased the Phillips Motel and had owned and operated it since that time.

Mr. Kellim was a member of many organizations including the First United Methodist Church of Walnut Ridge. He was also a 50-year member of the local Masonic Lodge.

Mr. Kellim was preceded in death by his parents, Wash and Lola; his son William “Bill” Kellim; and his brother, Paul Kellim.

He is survived by his wife, Kay; daughter, Karen Kellim Coats; his grandchildren, Travis Bobrowski McKenzie and Kelsey Hanshaw, all of Walnut Ridge, Michael Kellim of Kamiah, Idaho, and Alex and Anna Kellim of Grants Pass, Ore.; one brother, Gale Kellim of Jackson, Tenn.; and one sister, Edna Crider of Delaplaine.

Mr. Kellim was a beloved man whose kind heart and generosity were well known not to only to his family but the community as a whole.

Visitation will be this evening held 6:00 until 8:00 at Bryan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with the Revs. Steve Cook and Glenn Smith officiating.

Pallbearers will be Matt Nichols, Bill Willcoxon, Heath Crider, Michael Oldham, Dirk Davis and Anthony Coats.

Interment will be in Lawrence Memorial Park. All friends and family are invited to attend.

The family would like to thank everyone for all the time, support and prayers given to Mr. Kellim and his family throughout this difficult time.
 

Otto Hugh Pierce  

Otto Hugh Pierce, 88, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2010, at the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould.
He was born December 12, 1921, in Troy, Missouri, and graduated from Beaumont High School, St. Louis. While attending high school, he served an apprenticeship as a stone mason as well as working morning and night at the dairy farm his family owned.

Otto served in the Army Air Corps for forty-six missions in a B-17 bomber with the 96th Squadron during World War II. He was a highly decorated veteran, receiving a Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, American Campaign, European and African Campaign medals, Air Medal with three cluster bar, the Efficiency, Fidelity and Honor Medals and the WWII Victory medal. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans and a lifetime Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He served as Democratic Chairman for Alabama. He worked 44 years as a Carman with the Burlington Northern Railroad after serving a mechanical apprenticeship. He served as a local union chairman for many years.

Otto was a faithful member of the Church of Christ attending at Union Central, Marmaduke.

He was preceded in death by Marian J. (Linam) Pierce, his wife of 52 years; his son, Randall H. Pierce; his brother, Grover C. Pierce; brother-in-law, Robert Finn; his parents, Florence M. (Creed) and Cleve Pierce; and a son-in-law, Joseph Feher.

Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Jo Feher of Mountain View, Missouri; two sons, Otto Raymond (Kay) Pierce of Connecticut and Mark (Lisa) Pierce of Worden Illinois; his sisters, Goldie (John) Hampton, and Idell Finn; brother-in-law, Larry (Jane) Linam; and his mother-in-law, Effie Linam.

He is also survived by grandchildren, Matthew (Oneida) Pierce, Amber (Greg) Hammond, Rachel Crews, Sarah and Amanda Pierce, Josh and Justin Pierce, Stacey Dotson, Chris Sanders, Jonathan, Michael, Sarah and Rebecca Pierce; and by thirteen great grandchildren.

Visitation will be 6:00 P. M. until 8:00 P. M., Friday at Mitchell Funeral Home in Paragould. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Saturday, April 17th, at Mitchell Funeral Chapel, Paragould. Burial will follow in the Woodland Heights Cemetery, Rector.

Union Central Church of Christ will provide pallbearers.

Memorials to the Paragould Children’s Home would be appreciated.



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Marie Jetton
 

Marie Jetton, 84, of Rector Nursing and Rehab of Rector, AR. passed away Thursday, April 15, 2010, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was born April 3, 1926, at Beech Grove, AR., to Robert and Essie Jetton.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Juanita Johns.

Survivors include two brothers, Noel Jetton of Paragould, AR., Jerry Jetton of Cherokee Village, AR. and one sister, Clara Ann Tedder of Paragould and a host of nieces, nephews and nurses that loved and cared for her.

Graveside services will be 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Morrow Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Crowley’s Ridge Academy or Children’s Home of Paragould.


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Dorothy Faye Moore

Dorothy Faye Moore, 70, of Jonesboro, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2010 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She worked in the Maynard School and Brown Shoe Co. cafeterias for many years. Born November 5, 1939, Mrs. Moore was of the Christian faith, loved going to the flea markets and auctions with her daughters, and most of all, she has a great love of family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Moore; her parents, M.G. and Sadie Womble; seven brothers, Woodrow, John, Bill, Thomas Glen, Clark, Daniel Aron, and Bruce Womble; and five sisters, Gladys Hill, Mildred Bateman, Annie Lou Smith, Olive Loveday, and Lydia Bell Womble.

She is survived by a son, Michael Moore; three daughters, Leah Moore, Joy Moore and Janet Moore; an honorary daughter, Jan Ballard, all of Jonesboro; a brother, Paul Womble of Lakeland, FL; and two sisters, Sarah Lones of Rockford, IL and Peggy Rambo of North Richland Hills, TX.

Visitation will be Monday evening 5:00 until 8:00 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

Graveside services and burial will be Tuesday, April 20th, 10:00 am at the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Walcott with Tony McCall officiating.

Online guest registry: Roller Funeral Home

Will H. Henderson

 

Will H. Henderson, 83, of Paragould, passed away Saturday, April 17, 2010 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. He was born January 11, 1927, in Blytheville, AR, the son of Jesse and Estelle Sipes Henderson. He was a member of the New Haven Baptist Church . Will married Delma Rhoads on March 24, 1945, in Blytheville, AR, served in WWII from April 1945 to November 1946, worked in different factories in St. Louis and Chicago, held a Journeyman’s card as a Tool and Die Maker. Later he owned a number of restaurants in Poplar Bluff, MO. He retired and moved to Paragould in 1990.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Geneva Powers and his foster mother, Mrs. Pearl Powers, who raised him.
Survivors include his wife, Delma Henderson of the home, sons and daughter-in-law, Alan Dale Henderson of Paragould and Rev. Gary and Tammie Henderson of Jonesboro. Grandchildren, Gary and Katie Henderson, Jr., David Alan Henderson, Sheri Kim Henderson; great grandson, Carson Michael Henderson; sister, Peggy Killingsworth of Blytheville. Several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Heath Colonial Chapel with Revs. Ron Pickney and Bob Lee officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.


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Rex L. Hall

 

Rex L. Hall, 78, of Paragould passed away Saturday, April 17, 2010 at his residence. He was a farmer and served in the U. S. Army. Mr. Hall retired from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department with 28 years of service.

Rex was born June 26, 1931, in the Brookland area and he was a member of the Paragould Church of God. Mr. Hall was a friend to everyone he met. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Green and Mary Emma Jernigan Hall; brother, James H. Hall; sisters, Evelyn Wood and Ella Mae Johnston.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Charlene Ridge Hall of the home; sons and daughters-in-law, Terry Edward and Kelly Hall , Rex Steven and Mary Charlene Hall, and Donald Keith and Brenda Hall all of Paragould; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Karen and Joe Gamblin of Jonesboro; brother, Walter Hall of Pine Bluff, AR. Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Monday evening 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Winford Walters officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.

Online guest registry: Heath Funeral Home

James Hershel Johnson

 

James Hershel Johnson, 85, of Paragould passed away Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Belle Meade Nursing Center.
Mr. Johnson was born February 25, 1925 in Lafe, and was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a retired Church of Christ minister.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Buren and Edith Johnson; his wife, Lillian Johnson; and by one daughter, Carolyn Johnson.

Hershel left behind two sons and a daughter-in-law, Stan and Kenna Johnson and Joey Jeffers; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Karen and Phil Brinkley, and Kathy Fisher, all of Paragould, and Marsha and Jim Lafayette of Dewey, Arizona. He also leaves nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; five brothers, Doyle Johnson and Don Johnson, both of Paragould, Edward Johnson of Marmaduke, Randall Johnson of Greers Ferry, Arkansas, and Ray Johnson of Denver, Colorado; four sisters, Freida Combs of Lansing, Michigan, Oneida Thomas of Twin Falls, Idaho, Betty Hatcher of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, and Lenora Ward of Paragould; and his special family at Belle Meade Nursing Center.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday at Marmaduke Church of Christ with Art Smith, Stan Johnson, Phillip Brinkley and Gary Cremeens officiating. Burial will follow in Harvey’s Chapel Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Phillip Brinkley, Matt Fisher, Ben Johnson, Gary Money, John Peterson, Jacob Horn, Wes Mitchell, and Allen Wagner.

Lasting memorials to CRYC Youth Camp c/o Paragould Children’s Home, Crowley’s Ridge Academy or to Crowley’s Ridge College would be appreciated.

Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

Dennis Wayne Warner
 

Dennis Wayne Warner, 27, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2010, along with his wife, Candie, as the result of an accident.
Dennis was born January 2, 1983 in Paragould, and was an employee of L.A. Darling Store Fixtures. He was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his parents, Gary and Deanna Warner; one son, Logan Warner; one daughter, Kyleigh Warner; one brother, Gary Warner; and paternal grandmother, Berniece Warner, all of Paragould. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Edgar Warner; and maternal grandparents, Willie and Margie Wilson.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 21st, 2:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Chapel with Dennis Strope officiating. Burial will follow in Cardwell Cemetery.

Keith Wiggington, Tim Breckenridge, Jeff Gage, Brent Wilder, Rondal Warner, Brad Warner, Chris Johnson, and Lee Abbott will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Abbott and Darrell Hytin.


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Candy Lee Edwards-Warner
 

Candy Lee Edwards-Warner, 27, of Paragould, passed away Monday, April 19, 2010 at The Med in Memphis, TN. She was born August 2, 1982 in Webster, Texas. Candy was a customer service representative at Teleflora, loved fishing, camping and watching Nascar racing.
Her husband, Dennis Warner and her grandmother, Ruby, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her parents: Edwin and Connie Edwards of Cardwell, Missouri; stepchildren: Logan and Kyleigh Warner of Paragould; sisters: Rhonda Edwards of Dowagiac, Michigan, Shonda Filley of Benton Harbor, Michigan, and Melinda Holder of Cardwell, Missouri.

The family will receive friends Thursday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Her life will be celebrated at a graveside service Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Cardwell Cemetery.

Online guest registry: Heath Funeral Home

Minnie Blackford Jones

 

Minnie Blackford Jones passed away on April 19, 2010. She was born on July 27, 1930, in Paragould, Arkansas to Nora Bierbaum Blackford and Robert Ralph Blackford. She was preceded in death by her second mom, grandmother and namesake, Minnie Louise Bierbaum, her parents, her husband Norton, and her beloved granddaughter Melissa Kellett.
Missing her greatly are her baby brother, Robert (Joyce) Blackford and her five “Chickadees” and their husbands whom she considered sons, Marjorie (Sonny) Lingenfelter, Vicki (Jack) Selby, Barbara (Aaron) McGuire, Patricia (Milburn) Golden, and Shirley (Greg) Jones. She is also survived by her “baby-dolls,” her eight grandchildren, Mitchael, Missty, Randy, Joshua, Shaunna, Lisa, Rachel and Alexander, and nine great grandchildren all of whom loved and were fascinated by their Grandma Minnie.
Although retired from the staff of St. Bernard's Medical Center, of which she was very proud, Minnie was an artist at heart. In her senior wish list in 1948, Minnie listed a “complete” art set, never having owned more than a few pencils, pastels and paints at a time. Minnie went on to Memphis State College to begin a major in art. Although tough times and becoming a newlywed kept her from completing her degree, she continued to paint, draw and create her entire life.

Minnie considered her most important role as that of raising her five chickadees. She instilled in them love of art, poetry and education. Minnie was inventive, imaginative, and fun. Friends loved it when she was homeroom mother at Brookland because she transformed cookies and cupcakes into works of art. During thunderstorms, to calm her children, she would recite and dramatize their favorite poem, “The Tale of Custard the Dragon” in her lyrical voice. Her children and grandchildren would beg her to recite this poem and “Annabelle Lee” because of the drama and beautiful reading. She could recite every Ogden Nash limerick by heart and had an amazing recall of history and could outdo just about anyone in her knowledge of current events. She would entertain her children by singing and making her kids groan. She could not carry a tune no matter how hard she tried. She spent many summer days sitting on a bench in the hot sun at Walcott so that her girls could go swimming.

Minnie took on her toughest but most rewarding job, without warning or preparation, when she lost Norton in 1968 and was left with five frightened little girls, no job or marketable skills and farm and cattle debt. Times were tough, but with little help, she found jobs, kept the family farm, raised her daughters, and attended their school events and ballgames. She did without so that they could have pleasure reading books, clothes, hot rollers and make-up. She even managed to bring her daughters food when they had their own little ones and no money so that they did not have to go without.

In her later years, Grandma Minnie loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They knew her to be extremely knowledgeable on almost all subjects and if someone wanted to know something, they looked to Grandma Minnie for the answer. She loved to paint with her daughter Patti. She also enjoyed watching tennis, the Cards, Razorbacks, American Idol and puzzles and word searches. She would call her family to let them know her beloved Cards or the Razorbacks were playing. In fact, three days before her death though racked with pain, she reported that Feliepe Lopez had hit a grand slam bringing her Cards ahead of the Mets. Minnie loved flowers and surrounded her children with an array of beautiful flowers that she grew, many from seed at the family’s home place. She was happiest sitting in her chair surrounded by her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids with everyone talking simultaneously.

Special thanks is given to her “second daughter” Delaine and to Margie for being there so many times when we other sisters could not. A void exists in our hearts but we know that she is pain free and is in her “kingdom by the sea.”

Visitation will be Thursday, April 22nd, 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home in Paragould. Funeral services will be on Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel. Minnie’s service will be officiated by her grandson, Bro. Randy Lingenfelter. Burial will follow at Brown’s Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the home of Marjorie Lingenfelter.

Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

Lena Sarah Childers
 

Lena Sarah Childers, 95, passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at Skilcare Nursing Center.

She was born July 4, 1914 in Fontaine to the late Tom C. and Mary Elizabeth Scott. In her youth she was an all star girls basketball player. Mrs. Childers retired from General Electric in 1969. She also worked for the Bono Gin Company and was joint owner of the Fontaine and Trumann Grocery Stores. She was a member of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School and was a youth leader. She loved to read, fish, camp, garden and yard work. She was also very involved in her grandchildren’s sports events and lives.

Survivors include her daughter, Rhonda J. Childers Shannon of Jonesboro; three brothers, Loyde Scott and Ray Scott of Walnut Ridge and Joe Glen Scott of Branson, Missouri; six grandchildren, Laurette E. Felding of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Scott Childers and Heather Childers both of St. Charles, Missouri, William Devon Bryant of Jonesboro, Christopher Scott Bryant of Detroit, Michigan and Stephanie Breanne Lenox of Southhaven, Mississippi and seven great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilgus M. Childers; a son, Scotty Allen Childers; two sisters, Nora Edna Thompson and Lorene Scott; six brothers, Infant twin brother, Caraway Scott, Floyde Scott, Thomas Scott, Larry Scott and Billy Gene Scott.

A celebration of her life will be held Friday, April 23, 2010 at 2.00 p.m. at the Gregg Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro with Rev. Wayne Clark officiating. Burial will follow in Lorado Cemetery.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 22nd, 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Gregg Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

Honored to serve as pallbearers are William Devon Bryant, Christopher Scott Bryant, Stephen Ryan Lenox, William Rhett Bryant, Nelson Childers, and Randy Scott and as honorary pallbearers, Loyde Scott, Ray Scott, Joe Glen Scott, Scott Childers, nieces and nephews and the members of the former Shady Grove Methodist Church.


Online guest registry: Gregg Funeral Home

Nadine Thomas

Nadine Thomas, daughter of the late Marvin Frank and Ona Daniels Noel, was born Nov. 15, 1928, in Paragould and passed away April 20, 2010, at NHC Healthcare in Kennett, Mo., at the age of 81 years. She married R.J. Thomas on June 21, 1947, in Paragould.

Survivors include her husband, R.J. Thomas; one son, Mike Thomas and wife, Terry; one sister, Geraldine N. Walker, all of Senath, Mo.; two grandchildren, David Harden Thomas of Litiz, Pa., and Tari Shea Walls and husband, Jordan, of St. Louis; one great-grandson, Reid Michael Wells; other relatives and many friends.

She was preceded in death by a son, Charles David Thomas; two brothers, Frank “Jack” Noel Jr. and Dorsey “Dick” Noel.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24th, at First Baptist Church in Senath with Rev. Kevin Sullivan officiating. Burial will follow at Senath Cemetery. Visitation will Friday evening 6:00 until 9:00 at McDaniel Chapel in Senath.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Noel, Alan Richmond, David Thomas, Blake Medley, Jordan Wells, Sean Medley, John Clements and Parker Medley. Homarary pallbearers will be Jack Lincoln, Tod Horner, George Krone, Kenny Johnson, Jodie Harden, Herman Johnson, Bill Marshall, Joy Wayne Holmes, John David Raines and Paul Stout.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church or Senath Cemetery.

McDaniel Funeral Service of Senath is in charge of arrangements.
 

Leroy Robert Snay

Leroy Snay, 85 of Paragould passed away April 20, 2010, at his residence. He was born Nov. 5, 1924, to the late Robert and Bertha (Handslemen) Snay in Ann Arbor, MI.

In addition to his parents, Leroy was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Snay; and a sister, Leona.

He is survived by three sons, Leon Snay of Ree Heights, S.D., Roger Snay of Lane, S.D., and James Sheridan of Marmaduke; six daughters, Karen Gillbee of Marmaduke, Star Gilbee of Lafe, Martha Snay of Marmaduke, Patricia Milliken of Paragould, Denise Gilbee and Stephanie Horn; two brothers, Dewayne Snay and Leland Snay; two sisters: Louise Page and Evelyn Durpuree; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

There will be no funeral services per Mr. Snay’s wishes. Irby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online guest registry: www.irbyfuneralhome.com

Albert Walls Jr.

 

Funeral services for 82 year old Albert Walls, Jr. of Ravenden, Arkansas will be held Friday, April 23, 2010 at 2:00 pm at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Rector, with Joey Harris officiating. Mr. Walls passed away April 21, 2010. Burial will be in the Harvey's Chapel Cemetery of Marmaduke, Arkansas. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 pm till time for services at 2:00 pm.

Mr. Walls is survived by a son, Richard Walls of Sonora, CA; and four daughters, Frances Vanhorn of Bonanza, OR, Emma Lou Burrel of Gilroy, CA, Patricia A. Eskur of Richmond, OR, and Kathy Diane Ortego of Sonora, CA. He is also survived by seven stepdaughters, Patty Hill of Ravenden, AR, Debbie Kennedy of Vilonia, AR, Lola Wagoner of Strawberry, AR, Berniece Hargraves of Oak Grove, AR, Cathy Tatum, Nancy Smith, Judy Fletcher, all of Jonesboro, AR; 35 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rosie Walls; his wife, Agnes Walls; and a brother, Dallas Walls.

Pallbearers will be Josh Hill, Clayton Hill, Greg Jennings, Terrell Jennings, Steven Fletcher, and Danny Franks. Honorary pallbearers will be Jamie Wagner and Keaton Graves.

Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

Shirley Holt
 

Shirley Holt, 66, of Paragould passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Born on September 15, 1943, in Supply, she was a cook and waitress and a member of First United Church in Paragould.

Survivors are three sons, Greg, Kevin and Michael Slayton, all of Paragould; two stepsons, Hank Holt of Paragould and Loyd Holt of New Hampshire; two brothers, Therman Cavitt of Corning and Eugene Cavitt of Jonesboro; one sister, Bitha Cavitt of Rector; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Elsie Cavitt; one brother, Leon Cavitt; four sisters, Marie Sollis, Faye Yates, Irene Cavitt and Wyvetta Sample: and one granddaughter, Sunshine Slayton.

Visitation will be from 2-3 p.m. today. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. at Ermert Funeral Home in Corning with Johnny Collie officiating.

Online guest registry: www.ermertfuneralhome.com

Meredith Weston

Meredith Weston, 89, of Paragould passed away Thursday, April 22, 2010, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.

Born May 3, 1920, at Beech Grove, she was raised in Paragould, and then lived and raised her daughters in Chicago, returning to her Arkansas home in the mid-1980s. She retired from A&P Groceries after 25 years and later worked at Country Mart in Jonesboro until she was more than 80 years old. In her tiny stature dwelled a mighty and loving heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents, C. Hon and Estelle Myers; husband, James Weston; daughter, Connie Mae Hohimer; brother, W.L. “Bud” Myers; sister, Inetha Chitwood; and grandson, Richard Phillips.

Survivors include her daughter, Donna Lee McInnis (Noble) of Stanwood, WA.; stepbrother, Bill Kent of Granite City, IL.; three sisters, Kitty Swindle, Jane Scott and Jean Williams, all of Paragould; sister-in-law, Ruby Myers of Jonesboro; two grandchildren, Rosemary Fleener of Pullman, WA.., and David Phillips of Coeur `Alene, Idaho; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and family members.

Services will be Monday, April 26th at 2:00 p.m. in Phillips Funeral Home with Jerry Reed officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Visitation will begin Sunday evening at 6:00 in Center Hill Chapel.

Online guest registry: Phillips Funeral Home

Vicky Nichols

Vicky Nichols, 45, of Paragould passed away Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the Flo and Hospice House in Jonesboro after a battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 21, 1964, to the late Delbert Greer and Shirley Scott in Paragould. She was a member of the Oak Grove Pentecostal Church of God, had worked at Wal-Mart, enjoyed bowling and spending time with family and friends.

Preceding her in death was her father, Delbert Freer.

Survivors include her mother, Shirley Malick; daughter, Angel Palmer; brother, Ricky Scott, all of North Little Rock.

The family will host a private memorial service at the Fairview Baptist Church in Paragould. Faith Funeral Service will be in charge of arrangements.

 

Maurice Lowell Holt

Maurice Lowell Holt, 89, of Paragould, passed away April 23, 2009 in Jonesboro. Born December 21, 1920, he was retired from Darling Store Fixtures, and a member of the Paragould First Assembly of God.
He is survived by two nephews, Aubrey Spears of Klamath Falls, Oregon, and Fred Spears of Little Rock; two nieces, Barbara N. Walker and Pat Clark, both of Paragould, and a special friend, Luther Cummings of Paragould.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Catherine Holt.

Funeral services will be Monday, April 26th, 1:30 p.m. at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Shannon Morgan officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 12:30 p.m. until service time.
Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

Velvie Lovelace Hill

Velvie Hill Lovelace, 92, of Jonesboro, passed away April 23, 2010 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Born June 30, 1917 in Pocahontas, she was a homemaker and was of the Pentecostal faith.

She is survived by two sons, Joseph Lovelace of Rhinelander, Wisconsin and Winston Lovelace of Marmaduke; two daughters, Delores Richardson of Salinas, California and Joyce Armer of Sheridan, Wyoming; a granddaughter, Lara Galbreath of Light; two brothers, Glen and Oliver Wheeler, both of Paragould; one sister, Sarah Weaver of Paragould, and by ten grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one son, Winston Mack Lovelace, her parents, Thomas and Melissa Wheeler, several brothers and sisters, and her husband, John Lovelace.

Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 27th, 11:00 a.m. at Finch Cemetery with Gary Morris officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home.

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Mary Lois Greer

Mary Lois Greer, 84, of Paragould, passed away Friday, April 23, 2010 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Walnut Ridge.
Mrs. Greer was born February 12, 1926, in Pumpkin Center, Arkansas, and was a homemaker. She currently was a member of 7th and Mueller Church of Christ, having formerly been a longtime member of the Light Church of Christ.

Survivors include two sons, Danny Greer of Paragould, Jacky Greer of Harrison; and one daughter, Lois Montgomery of Paragould. She is also survived by four grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Matilda Palmer; her husband, Ernie Junior Greer; two brothers; and five sisters.

Visitation will be Sunday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Funeral services will be Monday, April 26th, 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Paul McFadden officiating. Burial will follow at Lorado Cemetery.


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Glenda D. Kaminer
 

Glenda Kaminer, 82 of Paragould passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at her residence. She was born on April 11, 1928, to Marvin and Bessie Hester Swink. Glenda married Burlis Kaminer on October 13, 1948, moved to Michigan in 1952 for Burlis to go to work at Buick. After Burlis retired the family moved back to Arkansas in June 1982. Glenda was a homemaker and a founding member of the New Haven Baptist Church.

 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Burlis Kaminer; son, Michael Kaminer; her parents; brothers, Harlan “Bud” Swink and Donald Swink; sister, Sue Kueter.
Survivors are sons, Jerry Lynn Kaminer of Burton, MI. and Danny Joe Kaminer of Jonesboro; grandson and wife, Adam and Cody Kaminer of Davison, MI. and great grandson, Evan Kaminer of Davison, MI. one sister and brother-in-law, Sharon Kay and Jack McWilliams of Rockford, IL., aunt, Rachel Staggs of Evergreen Nursing Home in Rector and uncle, Marce Swink of Paragould, several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to a special friend Katherine Marie.

 
Visitation will be Tuesday evening 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home and Noon until 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at New Haven Baptist Church. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 28th, 1:00 p.m. at New Haven Baptist Church with Rev. Ron Pickney officiating. Burial will follow in Harvey’s Chapel Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to: David Puryear Center, P.O. Box 2462, Jonesboro, AR 72402.

Online guest registry: Heath Funeral Home

Daniel Ray Dodson

Daniel Ray Dodson, 44, of Paragould passed away Sunday, April 25, 2010 at his home. He was born on Oct. 4, 1964, in St. Petersburg, Fla., to Shirley Bailey Dodson. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Oak Grove Heights. He graduated from high school in 1983, was an avid hunter and outdoors-man. His wife, children and grandchildren were the loves of his life.

Survivors include his mother, Shirley Keeling of Paragould; wife of 22 years, Raelyn Dodson of Paragould; two daughters, Alicia Robinson and Britini Dodson, both of Paragould; four brothers, Gerald Bailey, Donald Dodson and wife, Sherry, David Keeling and wife, Michelle, all of Paragould and Michael Dodson of Tennessee; sister, Christal King and husband, Brad, of Paragould; four grandchildren, Kylie Greene, Kayten Thompson, Logan Daniel Pieri and Kiera Pieri; a host of other family and friends.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Duane Keeling; grandmother, Mary Bailey; grandfather, James Bailey; three grandchildren, Jager Cole Fletcher, Jaycee Kiera Fletcher and Kanly Michell Fletcher.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the First Baptist Church in Oak Grove Heights. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church with Rev. David Stallings officiating. Interment will follow at the New Friendship Cemetery in Marmaduke.

Faith Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

 

Reginald Lewis
 

Reginald Lewis, 44, of Paragould passed away Sunday, April 25, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.

Born in Chicago, Reggie moved south from Royal Lake, Ill., about nine years ago.

Survivors include his wife, Yolonda; sons, Nicholas Jones of Anderson, Ill., and Tyler and Brock Howard of Bay; daughters, Lorri and Ashley Howard, both of Bay; parents, Lizzie Lewis of Royal Lake and Charles Ross of Chicago; brother, Richard Lewis of Tupelo, Miss.; sister, Carla Hannah of Fort Worth, Texas; three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Services will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday in St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Bay with the Rev. Basil Joiner officiating. Burial will follow in Davis Spur Cemetery at Bay, directed by Woodard’s Jonesboro Funeral Service.

Visitation will be Friday evening, from 6:00 until 8:00 at the funeral home.
 

Carrie Irene Perry

 

Carrie Irene Perry, 92, of Light, passed away Monday, April 26, 2010, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was a homemaker and wife. She volunteered at Community Center at Light, sewed and was a member of Light Baptist Church.
She was born September 17, 1917 in Lawrence County, AR. the daughter of the late Nicholas and Rachel Agnes Smith Stone. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Floyd Book, granddaughter, Jana Kalna and seven siblings.

She is survived by her husband: Andrew Perry; daughters: Janis Rhoads of Imperial, MO and Brenda Kay Stone of Paragould; brother: James Vernon Stone of Imperial, MO, four grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Thursday, 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel. Her life will be celebrated Thursday, April 29th, at 1:00 p.m. also at Heath Colonial Chapel, with Rev. Raymond Atwood officiating. Interment will follow at Mt Zion Cemetery.


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Susie Marie Carroll

Susie Marie Carroll, daughter of the late Alfred Taylor and Alice Bell Middleton, was born May 29, 1919, and passed away April 26, 2010, in Paragould at the age of 90.

She married Farris Carroll on Oct. 19, 1934, in Clifton, Tenn. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1985.

Mrs. Carroll was a member of the Bucoda Women’s Club and the Lulu Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanette Carroll; a son-in-law, Jimmie Lanman; two brothers; and four sisters; and a grandson, Ley Hyde.

Survivors include one son, Harry “Sonny” Carroll and wife, Jill, of Cuba, Mo.; three daughters, Pat Hyde and husband, Dennis, Terry Sessums and husband, Jimmie, and June Lanman, all of Paragould; one sister, Nell Fisher of Michie, Tenn.; five grandchildren, Dawn Lanman, Sherry and Paul Campbell, Megan and Shea Harris, Scott Carroll and Kelly and Matt Rikard; nine great-grandchildren; other relatives; and many friends.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today at the Lulu Baptist Church with Rev. J.E. Crews officiating. Burial will follow at the Lulu Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Steve Odle, Mardon Layne, Scott Carroll, Shea Harris, Howard Hill and Jason Wommack. Honary pallbearers are Mitchell Layne, Nathan Vaughn, Joe Callhan, Jerry McGrew and Lester Gene Smith.

McDaniel Funeral Service of Senath, Mo., is in charge of arrangements.

 

Adele Hardin
 

Adele Hardin, age 89, of Rector, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord April 26, 2010, at the Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Mrs. Hardin was born March 15, 1921, in Paragould, Arkansas, to the late Harvey and Maggie Sammons. She was married on December 22, 1940, to W. T. A. Hardin. They were married for 60 years.

She taught for many years in the Greenway and Corning School districts. She loved to teach. She loved her students and they loved her. She was a member of the Boydsville Missionary Baptist Church for 70 years where she loved being part of this fellowship. She enjoyed gardening, growing flowers, watching birds and seeing the beauty of God's creation.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband W. T. A. Hardin on January 11, 2001: a daughter, Linda Kaye Hardin: four sisters, Lessie Prince, Marie Rutledge, Shirley Latham, and Ruby Biggs: a brother, Maurice Sammons.

Survivors include: a son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Ellen Hardin of Little Rock, Arkansas: a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Sonny Brown of Rector, Arkansas: seven grandchildren, whom she dearly loved, Kevin and Sun Hwa Brown, Corey and Kathryn Brown, David and Karisa Hardin, Daniel and Autumn Hardin, Mark and Whitney Hardin, Julie and Mike Whalen, and Jenny and Mark Bradley: nine precious great-grandchildren, Sara Brown, Deacon Brown, Daniel Benjamin Hardin, Caroline Hardin, Mark Timothy Hardin, Thomas Hardin, Avery Adele Whalen, Elijah Whalen and Haley Hardin: a beloved brother-in-law, Bill Biggs of Paragould, Arkansas and many nephews nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.

The children would like to give special thanks for the care she received from Drs.
Ira Gerhner, Nancy Rector, Douglas Holloway, Adalberto Fonticiella and the nursing staff at the Baptist Health Medical Center.

Visitation will be Friday, April 30th, at 7:00 p.m., in the Irby Funeral Home Chapel in Rector. Funeral service will be Saturday, May 1st, at 11:00 a.m. in the Rector First General Baptist Church with Brother Phillip Bynum and Brother Marston Carpenter officiating. Interment will be in the Woodland Heights Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas or St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.

Online guest registry: Irby Funeral Home

Sadie May Cox

Sadie May Lam Cox (Mrs. Jack Cox), 103, of Paragould, was called home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born January 5, 1907 and was raised in Greene County and was a resident of Sunshine Manor Retirement Home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd J. (Jack) Cox; her parents, James L. Lam and Lela (Bridges) Lam; two sisters, Drucilla Inman and Dorothy Lam, and a brother, Hester Lam of Paragould.

Survivors include two sons and wives, Jack and Jean Cox of Paragould and Chris and Mary Cox of Austin, Texas; two grandsons and wives, Jack Jr. and Dana Cox, and Jeremy and Camela Cox, all of Paragould; a sister, Estie Harriman of Oregon; a sister-in-law, Lucille Lam; three great grandchildren, Anna, Shelby, and Layne Cox, and several nephews, nieces and a host of friends.

Mrs. Cox was a graduate of Arkansas State University, and a school teacher for 41 years. She taught in many of the small rural one-room schools in the 1920s and 1930s, in Greene and Clay Counties, including Mounds, Pruett’s Chapel, Leonard and others. She was affectionately known as “Miss Sadie” by many of her students in these one-room schools.

Mrs. Cox went on to teach at Greene County Tech School District, and retired after teaching with Paragould School District at Elmwood School. She coached girls’ basketball and softball teams at Greene County Tech and Leonard. She was a member of the Greene County Retired Teachers Association, a charter member of Alpha Delta Kappa (an honorary educational sorority), was a member of East Side Baptist Church, and was a Sunday school teacher for 60 years. She was also a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a 4-H leader and Cub Scout Den Mother.

Funeral services will be Friday, April 30th, at 2:00 p.m. at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Donnie Slatton and Dennis Scudder officiating, burial will follow in Brown’s Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, 6:00 until 8:00. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Jack Cox Jr., Jeremy Cox, Mike Ford, Joe Barnett, Larry Beliew and Donnie Miles. Honorary pallbearers will include members of the homebound ministry of East Side Baptist Church.

The family requests that any memorials be made to Mission Outreach of Paragould or to the giver’s charity of choice.

Online guest registry: Mitchell Funeral Home

Georgia Iantha Stevens

Georgia Iantha (Spinks) Stevens 81,of Biggs, CA. entered into rest on April 28, 2010, at The Fountains Nursing Home in Yuba City, CA. She was born on April 3, 1929 in Piggott, AR. Georgia enjoyed the senior center activities including quilting, ceramics and needle point.

Survivors include daughters, Carolyn Sue Kurosu, of Honolulu, Hawaii and Jimmy Kay Cremer of Biggs, CA; a son, James Samuel Atkison of Phoenix, AZ, brothers, Bobby Spinks, Doyce Spinks, Doyle Spinks of Arkansas, and Hubert Spinks of Minnesota; and 4 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Atkison and her husband, Alfred Stevens.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, May 6th, in Irby Funeral Home Chapel at Piggott. Memorial services will begin at 10:00 a.m., immediately following visitation. Owen Little will officiate.

Private burial in Greene County Memorial Gardens in Paragould, AR .

Local assistance under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel.
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Published in Appeal Democrat on May 4, 2010

 

Hester Wayne Petty

 

Hester W. Petty, 84 of Paragould was called home to be with her Lord Thursday, April 29, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born December 27, 1925, and was raised in Cardwell, Missouri. She was a resident of Sunshine Manor Retirement Home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Petty; parents, George and Mary Sissom; daughter, Linda Fritz; granddaughter, Melinda Fritz; brother, Lawrence Sissom; sisters, Florine Jenkins, Lola Mae Darden and Beulah Lester.
Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Mariola and Ray Yates of Paragould; son and daughter-in-law, Gregory and Samantha Petty of Knoxville, Tennessee; grandsons, John Fritz of Senath, Missouri, Jim Fritz of Evansville, Indiana, and Christopher Petty of Knoxville, Tennessee; granddaughters, Michelle Glueck, Sarah Jo Kelley and Anna Glueck, all of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; great grandchildren, Katelyn, Mallory and Tucker Fritz and Hannah and Jack Fritz; several nephews, nieces and a host of friends.

A graduate of Arkansas State University with a major in art, she was a business woman, homemaker, an educator, and was an employee of Arbyrd Post Office. She was a long time member of Arbyrd Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school classes and Vacation Bible School. She joined the First Baptist Church in Paragould in 1997, after moving to be closer to her daughter. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a former scout leader, and several art clubs. Hester enjoyed reading, drawing, painting, and socializing with people. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and will be greatly missed by many friends and family.

Visitation will be Sunday evening, May 2nd, 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, May 3rd, 10:00 a.m. at Arbyrd First Baptist Church with Alan Cureton officiating. Burial will follow in Lulu Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be John Fritz, Jim Fritz, Christopher Petty, Eric Kelley, Hite Horner and Ray Yates. Honorary pallbearers will include, Dr. Omer Petty, Randall Sissom, Wendell Fritz and Roger Glueck. The family requests that memorials be made to Special Olympics Arkansas.

Online guest registry: Heath Funeral Home

Sylvester Eugene Brandon

 

Sylvester Eugene “Gene” Brandon, 84, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2010 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center.

He was born June 23, 1925 in Leachville to the William and Eva Brandon. He was a master electrician and a member of Brown’s Chapel Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Brandon; a daughter, Linda Alden (Dennis) of Tyler, Texas; a son, Danny Brandon (Brenda) of Paragould; two step-daughters, Kathy Fewell and Dee Clark both of Cabot; seven grandchildren, Julie Aldredge (Philip), Tom Alden (Jennifer), John Alden (Jacquelynn), Kimberly Esposito (Jeff), Danielle Thomas (Evan), Missy Weaver, Terrance Brandon; a step-granddaughter, Ashley Clark; three sisters, Wynetta Dean, Shirley Taylor and Joyce Best; three brothers, Floyd Brandon, Norman Brandon and Leon Brandon and seventeen great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by his first wife of 62 yrs, Ruby Jewell Brandon; a son, Kenny Brandon; two sisters and three brothers.

A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 2.00 p.m. at the Brown’s Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Royce Boling officiating. Burial will follow in Monette Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gregg Funeral Home of Monette.

Visitation will be Saturday, May 1, 2010 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at the Gregg Funeral Home in Monette.

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Harold S. Gordon
 

Born December 25, 1930, Harold S. Gordon, 79, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2010 at Walnut Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center. He had lived in Paragould for two years, moving there from Cherokee Village, Arkansas and was of the Baptist Belief. Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Gordon; parents, Nellie and Russell Gordon; brother, David Gordon; and grandchildren, Krista Denton and Adam Gordon; great grandson, Steven Brykett.
Survivors include his son, Steve Gordon and wife Deena, Paragould; brother, Don Gordon, Highland, Indiana; sisters, Corrine Smith, Illinois; Mary Ellen Knight Portage, Indiana; grandchildren, Jason Gordon, Kurt Gordon, and Miranda Ruenroeng; great grandchildren, Amanda Parsley and Cody Denton and great great grandchild, Adrianne Parsley.

All services will be private with Emerson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. For those wishing to leave lasting memorials, the family requests you please consider, The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eight Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, New York, 10001.

Online guest registry: Emerson Funeral Home

Dorothy Jeanne McDonald
 

Dorothy Jeanne McDonald, 81, of Beech Grove passed away Friday, April 30, 2010, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. She was born March 13, 1929, at Beech Grove to J. M. “Bud” and Mary Ida (Dearing) Owens. She was a member of Commissary Church of Christ.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband Robert “Bob” McDonald; granddaughter, Kelly McDonald and a grandson, Lane Fisher.

Survivors include three sons, Keith McDonald of Paragould, Tony (Jan) McDonald of Horton, Ala.; Eddie McDonald of Fort Smith, Ark.; one daughter Pam (Joe) Scott of Fayetteville, N.C.; eight grandchildren, Megan Moll, Jill Dickerson, Paige Fisher, Matthew Fisher, Monica Walls, Andrea Gilbreath, Jason Scott and Jordan Scott; two great grandchildren, Madison and Coleton Walls and a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be Sunday, May 2nd, 3:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home with Phil Wilkerson and Darrell Austin officiating. Burial will follow at Croft Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Online guest registry: Phillips Funeral Home