LaWanda Kaye Hooten
LaWanda Kaye Hooten, 61 of Paragould, passed away August 1, 2012. She was
born November 11, 1950 in Newport to the late Virgil and Olene Hartsell. She
was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Jonesboro and worked 18 years
for L. A. Darling in Paragould. Her hobbies included playing music,
crocheting, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Mrs. Hooten was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Larry
Hartsell; two sisters, Lola Morgan and Laverne Warren.
LaWanda is survived by her husband of 44 years, Larry Hooten; son and
daughter-in-law, Bryan and Krystal Hooten; two daughters, Brandi and
Chassity Hooten, all of Paragould; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lavon and
Jim Pierce of Corning and Loretta and Bobby Hardin of Neelyville, MO; three
grandchildren, Max , Sam, and Braxton Hooten; one aunt, Anga Henderson of
Tuckerman.
Mrs. Hooten’s funeral service will be Saturday, August 4th, 10:00 a.m. at
Phillips Funeral Home with Priest Mark Abban and Minister Tim Burgess
officiating. Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive guests Friday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 in the Center
Hill Chapel of Phillips Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will include Jim Pierce, Bobby Hardin, Fordy Hooten, Charles
Partlow, Robert Hovis, and James Cossey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mark
Woodruff, Don Hutchinson, Wayne Carr, Clinton Eudy, and Steve Floyd.
Lasting Memorials can be made to the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House in
Jonesboro.
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Thomas Charles Marlar
Thomas C. Marlar, 76, of Paragould, died Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. Tommy was born September 4,
1935 in Jonesboro, AR. He was preceded in death by his mother and
stepfather, Mary Estelle and Alford Morris, father, Thomas P. Marlar,
grandchildren, Joshua Myles, Lisa Steele, Gage Haynes, sister, Joann Tatum,
and nephew, Forrest Tatum. Tommy was the owner and operator of Ballard's
Flowers, Inc., was a member of First Baptist Church, Rotary Club of
Paragould in which he served as a board director, secretary-treasurer, and
Rotary representative at Greene Acres Nursing Home since 1992, Paragould
Planning Commission, Marmaduke Western Club, Happy Trails Riding Club, and
several floral associations.
He is survived by his wife; Opal Marlar, of the home; children and their
spouses: Greg and Marilyn Marlar of Paragould, Tarry and Michelle Marlar of
Fort Smith, Tauny and Danny Emery of Moscow, TN, Britt and Teresa Lyles of
Paragould; childhood best friend: Guy Clark; grandchildren: Kristi Henry,
Hannah Hoyer, Mark Myles, Mischa Marlar, Blake Marlar, Kelsey Marlar, Ashley
Carter, Natalie Emery, Joshua Emery, Candice Waldrum and Katie Lyles and 10
grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Sunday, August 5th, 12:30 p.m. until 1:30
p.m. until time of service at Heath Colonial Chapel Sunday, at 1:30 p.m.
with Reverend Winfred Bridges officiating. Interment will follow at Greene
County Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers are Mayor Mike Gaskill, Gary Priest, Richard Brengard, Butch
Heath, Dennis Cooper, Guy Clark. Honorary pallbearers are the Board of
Greene Acres Nursing Home and the Rotary Club of Paragould.
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Yuba Martha Williams
June 18, 1925 ~ August 1, 2012
Yuba Williams, 87 of Truman, formerly of Paragould, died Wednesday at
Lakeside Nursing Center in Lake City, AR. Yuba was a teacher for 29 years in
the Paragould School District, Weiner and Truman School Districts and a
member of the First United Methodist Church in Paragould.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Taylor; parents, Jesse
Blanton and Maddie Frances Robinson Williams; brothers, Vernon, Ezra and
Billy Williams; sisters, Belle Medsker, Ethelene Ryan, Lola Greenway, Maxine
McDaniel.
Survivors include daughters, Linda Gay Taylor of Truman, AR and Brenda Kay
Bonds of Jonesboro; son Robert Michael Taylor of Benton, AR., grandchildren
Leigh Anne Ross, Holly Renee Rainwater, Jennifer Lynn Groves, J. Neal
Turner, Jr. Jesse Colt Bonds and 12 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 4th, 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at 1st
United Methodist Church. Funeral services will follow at 11:00. Revs. Bill
Leslie and Angie Gage will officiate.
Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be
made to the First United Methodist Church in Paragould.
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David Allen Greenway
David Allen Greenway, 53, of Little Rock, passed away August 1, 2012. Born
September 14, 1958 in Paragould to Curtis B. and Lola Mae Williams Greenway,
he was a graduate of the University of Arkansas where he was a member of
Lambda Chi Alpha. He was a Senior Vice-President with Crews and Associates,
where he had worked since 1987.
He is survived by his wife, Carla Henry Greenway; daughters, Brooke Nalley
and husband, Chuck of Tampa, Florida, Holly Lar and husband, Scott of Rogers
and Rebecca Greenway of Fayetteville; brother, Dr. Don Greenway and wife,
Janet of Little Rock; grandchildren, Henry Nalley and Olivia Nalley; and
nephews, Brian Greenway (Laura), Chad Greenway (Kari) and Adam Greenway.
Visitation will be Sunday, August 5th, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Little
Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.).
Services will be held Monday, August 6th, 10:00 a.m. at St. James United
Methodist Church, officiated by Dr. Don Greenway and Rev. Blake Bradford.
Interment will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle. A
celebration of David’s life will be held Monday evening 5:00 until 7:00 at
Next Level Events, 1400 W. Markham in Little Rock.
Memorials may be made to the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at
UAMS, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 623F, Little Rock, AR 72205.
Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501)224-2200.
David’s online guestbook may be signed at:
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Alex Chestine Holder
Alex “Tine” Holder, 91 of Walnut Ridge passed away August 2, 2012 at the
Lawrence Hall Nursing Center.
Born December 26, 1920 in Walnut Ridge; son of Ervin and Alpha Rosselott
Holder. He was a US Army veteran serving in WWII; he was a Carpenter and a
charter member of the United Freewill Baptist Church in Walnut Ridge.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dessie; three brothers,
Nuel, Uel and Lloyd Holder; three sisters, Mary McCullison, Evelyn Bristol
and Lorene Blackwell.
Survivors include his daughter, Milissa and Terry Gentry of Walnut Ridge;
step-daughter, Shelia and Bill Ingram of Annieville; step-son, Henry Doyle
of Pocahontas; two brothers, L.T. Holder of Rockford, IL and Charles Holder
of Walnut Ridge; a sister, Bernice Brown of Independence, MO; six
grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; a very special friend, Brenda
Poindexter; and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be Sunday, August 5th, at 2:30 p.m. at United Free
Will Baptist Church with Bro. Glenn Smith officiating.
Visitation will be Sunday, August 5th, 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. prior to
services.
Burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery, near Walcott, under the direction of Bryan
Funeral Home.
Serving as pallbearers, Tony Dunlap, Terry Gentry, Jon Rowell, Try
McCormick, Randal Rogers and Cody Rounsaville. Honorary pallbearers, Rees
Dunlap, Barry Holder, Faris Paxton, Terry Smith, Dylan Rogers and Tanner
Rogers.
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((((Dessie Mae Andrews Holder))))
Birth: Sep 18, 1928 Walnut Ridge, AR
Death: Feb 8, 1999 Walnut Ridge, AR
Jakie D. Miller
Jakie D. Miller, age 82, of Jonesboro passed away August 3, 2012. He was
born June 8, 1930 at Jonesboro to James and Minnie Sommers Miller. Jakie was
of the Baptist faith. He served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War.
He loved C.B. radios and televisions. Jakie was a police office for Valley
View in the 1960’s.
Jakie was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers.
Survivors include two sons, Jim Miller of Murrieta, CA and Kenneth Mabry of
Jonesboro; ten grandchildren; six great grandchildren and a sister, Mildred
Childers of Jonesboro.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at Roller-Farmers
Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.
Chapel services will be Thursday, August 9th, 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home
with Pastor Mary Hoots officiating. Burial will follow at Clarks Chapel
Cemetery.
James Gaskin, Barry Jones, Blake Jones, David McAndrews, Bruce Hoezee, and
Stephen Foster will serve as active pallbearers. Gene Jones will serve as an
honorary pallbearer.
Lasting memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association.
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Mary M. Bolin
September 2, 1919 - August 3, 2012
Mary M. Bolin, 92, of the Finch community, died Friday, at St. Bernard’s
Medical Center. She had lived in the Finch community for the past 15 years,
moving there from Jonesboro. Mary retired from ASU where she worked in the
food services division. She devoted her time caring for her children,
grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was a
member of the Finch Baptist Church. Mary was preceded in death by her
husband, Harlin “Doc” Bolin, and a daughter, Carolyn Gean.
Survivors include her son, Gary of the Finch Community; daughter, Jean of
Jonesboro; grandchildren, Keith, Steve, Denise, Cherrie, Timmy, David, and
Randy; great grandchildren, Stephanie, Samantha, Austin, William, Brent,
Mason, Joseph, Angela; great great grandchildren, Ty, Chase, Bridgett and
Blake.
Funeral services will be August 6th, 2:00 p.m. at Emerson Memorial Chapel.
Emerson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Burial will follow at
Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery with Joe Gibson, David Gean, Tim Gean,
Randy Bolin, Marty Lilly, William Gean and Eric Simpson serving as
pallbearers.
Visitation will be Sunday, August 5th, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Emerson
funeral home.
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Hilde Demas Graham
Hilde Demas Graham, 74, of Lafe, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012, at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.
Mrs. Graham was born May 28, 1938, in Furth, Germany, to Wilhelm and Babette
Gotz Demas. Her other siblings were Walter, Willie, and Adolf Demas, Martha
Shmidt, Ann Chewning, Ilse Warren and Karien McVey. She retired from
embroidering for the Karsten (Ping) Manufacturing Company.
Survivors include two sons, William Leo Graham, III of Ethiopia, Walter
Harrant of Furth, Germany; one daughter and son-in-law, Linda Sylvia and
Jerry Webb of the home; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. No visitation is
scheduled.
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Dorothy Marie Glover
Dorothy Marie Glover, 81, of Murphy Nursing Home in Piggott, formerly of
Paragould, left home for Home, Monday, August 6, 2012 in Paragould.
Survivors include her sons: Anthony Wayne Glover and fiancé, Tammy Show,
David Roy Glover and companion, Stacy Slack; sisters: Thelma White and Helen
Jones.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Marion and Alice Morris, husband,
Russell, son, Bobby Gene Pearson, granddaughters, McCartney Lennon Glover
and McKenzie Starr Glover, siblings, Easter, Elsie, Ella, Dee, Viola and
Rachel.
No public services are planned.
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Barbara Jean Erickson
January 6, 1947 - August 6, 2012
Barbara Jean Erickson, 65 of Jonesboro, formerly of Paragould, died Monday
at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. Barbara was a retired Registered Nurse
having worked at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould Nursing
Center, Greene Acres Nursing Home, Pella Nursing Home and was also a
traveling nurse.
She was of the Methodist belief.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Danielle Erickson; parents Henry
and Helen DeHeer Hugen.
Survivors include son, Tim Erickson of Paragould; daughter Melissa Aiken of
Collierville, TN; brother Larry Hugen of Iowa City, IA; sister Connie Hayden
of Chicago, IL; nieces Michelle Izarry and Addison Hugen; nephews Clay and
Hank Hugen; grandchildren, Samantha, Miranda, and Katie Erickson and Bennett
Aiken.
No services are planned.
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Joseph John Egbert
Joseph John Egbert, 53, of Paragould, died Monday, August 6, 2012 in Jackson
County, Arkansas. He was born April 15, 1959 in Hamilton, Ohio the son of
the late John Henry, Jr. and Georgia Egbert. He was also preceded in death
by a daughter, three brothers and two sisters. After a career in the Air
Force, Joseph was medically discharged during the Gulf War. He enjoyed
fishing, tinkering with cars and car models, and video games.
He is survived by his wife: Barbara Egbert of the home; children: Joseph
Waite Egbert-Camp of Washington, Morgan Marie Egbert of Edmond, OK; John
Francis Egbert of Yuba City, CA; eight brothers and sisters, and four
grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Saturday, August 11th, 2:00 p.m. until 3:00
p.m. with a celebration of his life following at 3:00 p.m.all at Heath
Colonial Chapel. Military honors will be held on the front lawn, following
the service.
Memorials may be sent to Juvenille Diabetes Association, 381 Park Avenue S.
STE 507, NY, NY 10016.
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Steven Dwight Boone
Steven Dwight Boone, 61, of Marmaduke, died Tuesday, August 7, 2012. He was
born March 28, 1951, in Paragould.
Mr. Boone was formerly a truck driver and was a member of Pine Knot Church
of Christ. He enjoyed getting out tinkering with things, fishing and
woodworking.
Survivors include his wife, Kathy Boone of the home; his father, J.D. Boone
and wife, Nelda, of Kennett; his mother, Nadine Weir of St. Louis; and one
son, Steven James Lee Boone of Paragould. He is also survived by three
brothers, Larry Boone and wife, Wanda, Dennis Boone and wife, Debbie, all of
Arnold, Missouri, Michael Boone of St. Louis; a sister-in-law, Jenny Boone
of Rifle, Colorado; a half-sister, Becky Brink and husband, Keith, of
Fayetteville, Arkansas; and two grandchildren, Hailey and Raven Boone of
Paragould.
He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Jim Weir; and a half-brother,
Jim Boone.
Visitation will be Thursday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral
Home, Paragould.
Funeral services will be Friday, August 10th, 10:00 a.m. at the Mitchell
Funeral Home Chapel with Bill Drake officiating. Burial will follow in Pine
Knot Cemetery.
Pallbearers will include Rocky Ricker, Wayne Howard, Brian Boone, Gary
Woodsmall, Bob Wells, and Richard Weasel.
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Pear Annagene Allen
Pearl Annagene Allen, 87, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 7, 2012, at St
Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro. Annagene was born September 27, 1924
the daughter of the late William, Sr. and Beulah Mae Laymon Holaway. She was
also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Allen, daughters, Marilyn and
Dorreen Allen, brother, William Holaway, Jr. and sister, Dorothy (Holaway)
Brewer.
Annagene was a LPN, retired from Home for the Golden Years, songwriter,
member of Bethel Station Baptist Church and an honorary member of Woods
Chapel Methodist Church, where she was a musician for both churches, and a
caretaker of people and animals.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Doris and Tom Summers of
Murray, KY, three grandchildren, Sarah, Lori and Stephanie, seven great
grandchildren, two step great grandchildren and a host of relatives and
friends.
The family will receive friends Saturday, August 11th, 10:00 a.m. until
11:00 a.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel. Her life will be celebrated after
visitation Saturday, at 11:00 a.m. at Heath Colonial Chapel with Reverend
Carol Moore, Reverend Jason Suftin and Reverend Dennis Vowell officiating.
Interment will follow at New Friendship Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to Bethel Station Baptist Church, Woods Chapel
Methodist Church or New Friendship Cemetery Fund.
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Joseph William Andrews
Joseph William Andrews was born January 20, 1924 at Finch, AR to the late
George E. and Florence Andrews. He departed this life August 7, 2012 in
Paragould, AR.
His hobbies included gardening, fishing, and Farmall Tractors.
Mr. Andrews was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dean Andrews; two
brothers, Dosie and Bill Andrews; one son, Lynn Humphrey.
Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law Linda and Terry Pease, Kathie
and Mike Benson; sons and daughters-in-law, Randy and Kathy Humphrey, Kenny
and Sissy Humphrey; sisters, Glendean Gramling, Lerlean Strancher, Dorothy
Jackson, Ruth Hooks; 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; several
nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be August 9th, 10:00 a.m. at Old Bethel Cemetery
with Ardell Polk officiating.
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Lewis Rice
Lewis Rice, 99, of Peach Orchard was born October 20, 1912, in the Denman
Community on the Greene/Randolph County-line and departed this life August
9, 2012. He was the son of Thomas Blackmon and Emma Forehand Rice. He
married Belle Gates September 12, 1940. She preceded him in death on April
14, 1984. He was also preceded in death by his twin brother, Tom Rice on
March 28, 2012.
Lewis was preceded in death by his parents and all his siblings: Floria,
Lively, Hite, Tom (twin), Wendell, Redmon, Everett, Fay, Lois, Buster Rice.
He was born the year the TItantic sank, Oreos and Lifesavers were invented,
Girl Scouts were created and the town of Delaplaine was founded.
Lewis was a US Navy World War II veteran, member of the Delaplaine Baptist
Church, and a retired farmer.
He is survived by his son, Frankie and Peggy Rice of Delaplaine,
grand-daughter, Tikka and Chuck Davis of Stanford, grandson, Corey and
Audumn Rice of Pocahontas and great grand-daughters, Madison Rice of Ithaca,
New York, Jodi Davis of Stanford, Emma and Lucy Rice of Pocahontas, also
sister-in-law, Elwanda Gates.
The family will receive friends Saturday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath
Funeral Home. His life will be celebrated Sunday, August 12th, 2:00 p.m. at
Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Adam Bruton officiating.
Interment will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Junior Dinkins, Fred Carter, Keith Mosbey, Kenneth Arnold,
Randy Eveland, and Larry Clark.
Honorary pallbearers: Lanty Frazier, Jr., Gary Bounds, John Ed Wilkinson,
Carroll Graham, Sol Eveland.
Memorials may be sent to Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, 1138 E. Matthews,
Jonesboro, AR, 72401.
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Teddy Franklin Huffine
Teddy Franklin Huffine, 57, of Paragould, Arkansas died Sunday, August 12,
2012 at his home after a long battle with cancer. Mr. Huffine was born on
March 23, 1955 in Fort Sill, Oklahoma to Nathan and Nina Huffine. He was of
the Baptist faith, an avid deer hunter and enjoyed flying kites.
Survivors include: his father: Nathan Huffine and wife Joan of Paragould,
Arkansas; two daughters: Shawn Biggers and Misty Henderson both of
Batesville, Arkansas; six sisters: Debbie McGee of Illinois, Theresa Mobley
of Pocahontas, Arkansas, Mandy Ellis of Paragould, Arkansas, Vikki King of
Illinois, Charmin Damm of Illinois and Beth Hillen of Paragould, Arkansas;
three brothers: Dale Damm of Wisconsin, Darius Damm of Illinois and LaDon
Huffine of Texas; five grandchildren: Shanna Huffine and Kase Biggers of
Batesville, Arkansas, Kara Ramsay of Illinois, Sirerra and Jostyn Henderson
of Batesville, Arkansas; mother-in-law: Gloria Barber of Batesville,
Arkansas and a host of other family and friends.
Mr. Huffine was preceded in death by his mother: Nina Damm; one daughter:
Crystal Huffine; and father-in-law: JP Barber.
The family request private services and disposition under the direction of
Faith Funeral Service.
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Carolyn Jones Stephens
Carolyn Jones Stephens, 64, died August 12 at her home in Rogers, Arkansas
surrounded by her family.
Carolyn was born on December 7, 1947 in Benton Harbor, Michigan and raised
in Paragould. She is preceded in death by her parents, Herman Jake Jones and
Oinga Winfrey Jones; a sister, Rebekah Jones; and a brother, Jimmie C.
Jones.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Rains Stephens; three daughters,
Nikki Diacon (Johnnie) of Tulsa, Oklahoma;
Renee Bough of Rogers, Arkansas; and Kimberly Stephens of Rogers, Arkansas;
three grandchildren, Emerson Diacon, Leo Bough and Grace Bough; a sister,
Barbara Bradley of Conway, Arkansas; two brothers, Jerry E. Jones of
Fruitland, Florida, and Richard D. Jones of Quitman, Arkansas.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the wonderful
people at Circle of Life Hospice in Rogers, Chaplain John Pate, and all of
her friends and family that prayed for her during her illness.
Carolyn always lived life to the fullest. She is deeply loved and will be
greatly missed by all the people whose lives she touched.
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Bobby Joe Parker
Bobby Joe Parker, 64, of Paragould, passed away Monday, August 13, 2012, at
his residence.
Born December 27, 1947, in Batesville, Arkansas, he was a veteran of the U S
Navy and a member of the Church of Christ. Bob was a mortician and was
employed at Mitchell Funeral Home since 2001. He loved playing golf.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Jo Parker of the home; one son, Robert Lee
Parker of Fredericksburg, Virginia; two stepdaughters and their husbands,
Teresa Elizabeth and Marty Goodwin of Ash Flat and Debby Lynn and Jimmy
Getson of Ozark Acres. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; four
great grandchildren; and his friends and co-workers at Mitchell Funeral
Home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claud Thomas and Anna Jane Parker.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. No visitation is scheduled.
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Martha Fay Rowe
Martha Fay Rowe, 83, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at Greene
Acres Nursing Home.
She was born November 29, 1928, in Knobel, Arkansas, to Charlie and Nellie
Whitaker. Mrs. Rowe was a school teacher, retired from Greene County Tech,
and was a member of 7th & Mueller Church of Christ. She loved her children
and her grandchildren. She also enjoyed flowers, birds and working in her
yard.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Cynthia Rowe of
Paragould; one daughter, Pam Busby of Memphis; two grandchildren, Rachel
Rowe of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Erica Lindsey and husband, Jonathan, of
Memphis; and one great grandchild, Garrison Lindsey.
Funeral services will be Thursday, August 16th, 1:30 p.m. at Mitchell
Funeral Home Chapel, Paragould, with Larry McFadden officiating. Burial will
follow in Linwood Cemetery.
Visitation will be Thursday 12:30 p.m. prior to services.
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Buford Nelson
Buford “Boots” Nelson, 78, of Paragould, passed away Tuesday, August 14,
2012, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center.
Born April 11, 1934, in Williford. Mr. Nelson was an Army veteran, and
retired from the Arkansas Highway Department in 1996. He was a member of
Unity Baptist Church and loved his garden and grandkids.
Survivors include his wife, Loretta Nelson of the home; four sons, Mitch
(Leah) Nelson, Cecil (Brittany) Nelson, Mike (Christy) Nelson and Rex
(Michele) Nelson, all of Paragould; and three brothers, Leonard (Linda)
Nelson of Paragould, James (Mozean) Nelson of Jonesboro and Bill (Val)
Nelson of Romana, California.
He is also survived by fourteen grandchildren, Cassie Nelson, Cason Nelson,
Kasey Nelson, Zachary Duff, Catie Nelson, Amanda Duff, Cody Nelson, Kyle
Nelson, Mark Denham, Autumn Denham, Kayman Bryant, Madison Nelson, Christian
Nelson and Chase Nelson; and by nine great grandchildren, Zephyr Nelson,
Jaylyn Nelson, Calvin James Nelson, Malcolm James Nelson, Kaidence Denham,
Aiden Denham, Kyligh Denham, Devon Denham and Hailey Denham.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Allen and Edna Nelson; one brother,
Tom Nelson; and his in-laws, Cecil and Nettie Porter.
Friends may visit Thursday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home
of Paragould.
Funeral services will be Friday, August 17th, 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral
Home Chapel with Kim Bridges and Terry Songer officiating. Mr. Nelson’s four
sons will be honorary pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Buford’s memory to St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P O Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN
38148-0142.
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J. W. Norman
J. W. Norman, 86, of Sedgewickville, Missouri, died Tuesday, August 14,
2012, at Independence Care Center, Perryville, Missouri.
Born April 28, 1926, in Campbell, Missouri, Mr. Norman was an Army veteran
and a retired dairy worker. He was an avid fisherman and of the Baptist
faith.
Survivors include one son, Cliff (Janette) Norman of Sedgewickville; one
daughter, Marcella Penny of St. Charles, Missouri; two brothers, Charles
“Max” Norman of Dittmeyer, Missouri and Dewey Norman of Nashville,
Tennessee; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Johnnie Lou Norman; and sister, Louise
Anderysczyk.
A graveside service will be conducted Saturday, August 18th, at 10:30 a.m.
at Greene County Memorial Gardens with his brother-in-law, Marion Gramling,
officiating. Visitation will be Saturday at Mitchell Funeral Home from 9:30
a.m. until the procession leaves at 10:15 a.m.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the Arthritis
National Research Foundation in care of Mitchell Funeral Home.
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Virginia Hatman
Virginia Hatman, 86, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at Greene
Acres Nursing Home.
She was born November 4, 1925, in Paragould, and was a member of 7th &
Mueller Church of Christ. She loved reading, walking and being outdoors and
was a fantastic homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Enos and Zettie Bomar; five
brothers, and six sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Wayman Hatman of the home; one son, Wayne
(Shari) Hatman, Jr. of Jacksonville, Florida; one daughter, Connie (Dan)
Ogden of Van Buren; grandchildren, Wayman D. (Mala) Hatman, Megan (Jerome)
Thomas, all of Jacksonville, Florida, Gina (Bob) Hatmaker and Scott Ogden,
all of Memphis. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Malie
Hatman, Brittany Hatmaker and Alex Hatmaker; and by many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be Friday, August 17th, 2:00 p.m. at Linwood
Cemetery with Larry McFadden officiating. Visitation will be at Mitchell
Funeral Home, Friday prior to services at 1:00 p.m. until the procession
leaves at 1:45 p.m.
Memorials to Paragould Children’s Home would be appreciated.
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Cherry Lee Meyer
Cherry Lee Meyer, 72, of Jefferson City died Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at
St. Mary’s Health Center. She was born June 19, 1940, in Paragould,
Arkansas, the daughter of John Thomas and Thelma Louise (Trout) Crunk.
On March 25, 1961, in Washington, Missouri, Cherry was united in marriage to
Bob Meyer, who survives at their home.
Cherry worked for Jefferson Bank from 1979 until her retirement in 2005 as a
Customer Service Officer. After retirement, she continued to work part time
for Jefferson Bank, filling in at various locations until 2011. She was a
member of American Legion Post 5 Ladies Auxiliary and the Fraternal Order of
Eagles Aerie 2693 Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed being with her family and
attending her grandkids’ sporting events.
Other survivors include two sons: Kevin Meyer and wife Debbie of Jefferson
City, Clay Meyer and wife Renee of Bolivar; four grandchildren: Chase and
MaKenzi Meyer of Jefferson City, Cole and Cristen Meyer of Bolivar; and one
brother, Tom Crunk of Kennett.
Friends will be received Friday evening, 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the
Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August
18th, 10:00 a.m. at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home.
Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Lung Association.
Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors,
2613 W. Main St., (573) 636-3838.
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Virginia Christine Cole
Virginia Christine Cole, 78 of Rector passed from this life Wednesday August
15, 2012 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born
December 27, 1933 to the late Loyd and Florence (Grissom) Crossfield in
Carryville, Arkansas.
Ms. Cole was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Norman Cole, two
brothers: Wayne Crossfield and Danny Crossfield and a grandson Chad Parks.
Christine is survived by two daughters: Christine Bower and Paul of West
Plains, Missouri, Theresa Townsend and Don of Rector; one sister: Dorthy
Fuemmeler of Wappapello, Missouri; three grandchildren, ten
great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 18th, 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at
the Irby Funeral Home Chapel in Rector. A celebration of her life will be
held at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel with Bro. Kenny Burns officiating.
Interment will follow the service at Piggott Cemetery in Piggott, Arkansas.
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William Albert Gardner, Sr.
William Albert Gardner, Sr., 83, went home to be with the Lord August 15,
2012.
Albert was born on November 12, 1928, in Marmaduke, AR., to Omar and Edna
Sutton Gardner Rowe.
In May of 1948, he married his sweetheart and love of his life, Johnnie
Frances Eades, of Kennett, MO.
Albert is survived by Frances Gardner. He and Frances have five children,
William Albert Gardner, Jr., and wife, Lynn, of Nashville, TN., Timothy Paul
Gardner and wife, Karen, of Cleburne, TX, Michael Wayne Gardner and wife,
Brenda, of Ringgold, GA., David Alan Gardner and wife, Lorri, of Searcy,
AR., and Sheri Ann Musgrave and husband, David, of Milford, OH. He has 13
grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Albert is survived by one sibling, E. Claude Gardner, of Henderson, TN.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Lockhart and the
nursing staff at Twin Rivers Hospital in Kennett, to Dr. Sheridan for
providing friendship and medical care, and to the staff of the VNA Hospice
for their kind touches and the excellent care provided. The family
appreciates the many friends and families who visited, prayed, brought food
and shared memories in person and on Facebook, as well as the congregations
of Bakerville Church of Christ and Slicer Street Church of Christ.
Visitation will be Friday evening, August 17th, 6:00 until 8:00 at the
McDaniel Funeral Home in Kennett.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, August 18th, at 11:00 a.m. by
Spencer Furby at the Slicer Street Church of Christ in Kennett.
Albert will be laid to rest in the Memorial Gardens Cemetery at Kennett.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Paul Musgrave and Dale Hollis, and friends,
Michael Blankenship, Weston Blankenship, Ryne Branum and Ethan Mergentime.
Honorary pallbearers are grandsons, John Musgrave, Nicholas Gardner, Seth
Gardner, Shane Gardner and Chance Hogg, and elders from Bakerville Church of
Christ, Jeff Wade, Floyd Owen and Bill Blankenship.
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Slicer
Street Church of Christ India Mission Fund, 310 Slicer St., Kennett, Mo.
63857.
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Angela Dawn Stokes
Angela Dawn Goforth Stokes, 29, of Paragould died Thursday, August 16, 2012,
at her home.
Born April 25, 1983, at Batesville, she was the daughter of Richard and
Sharon Akley Goforth. Mrs. Stokes was a member of the Smithville Baptist
Church and enjoyed crocheting, reading and being on her computer.
She is survived by her husband, Brett Stokes of the home; her mother, Sharon
Goforth of Smithville; a son, Logan Dale Stokes of Smithville; seven
brothers, Eric Goforth, Jesse Goforth and Jeremy Goforth, all of Smithville,
Bobby Keeling of Strawberry, Josh Lovelady of Lynn, Corey Foster of
Tennessee and Clinton Goforth of Missouri; and two sisters, Dawn Green of
Minturn and Starla Foster of Fifty-Six.
Mrs. Stokes was preceded in death by her father, Richard Goforth.
Funeral services will be Friday, August 24th, 2:00 p.m. at the Smithville
Baptist Church with the Rev. Jay Wilkins officiating. Burial will follow in
Old Lebanon Cemetery at Eaton. Faith Funeral Service of Manila is in charge
of arrangements.
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Raymond Roach
Raymond “Scott” Roach, 50 of Paragould, died Friday, August 17, 2012 at his
home. He was born July 12, 1962 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He worked at Emerson
Electric (Nedic) in Paragould, he was Methodist faith, and he loved fishing
and frogging.
Survivors include: his wife Donna Roach of the home, one son Randy Roach of
Paragould, two daughters and son-in-law, Wendy and C.J. Dunigan and Sandy
Roach all of Paragould, his mother Brenda Roach of Bono, Arkansas two
brothers and sisters-in-law, Brandon and Shelly Roach, Michael and Kim Roach
all of Paragould, one sister, Kim Huckabay of Greenway, Arkansas, two
grandchildren Keirsten Sharpe of Marmaduke, Arkansas and Khloe Dunigan of
Paragould.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Roach.
Visitation will be Monday evening, August 20th, 6:00 until 9:00 at the
Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould. Private funeral services will be conducted
at a later date.
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William Henry Moore
William Henry “Pete” Moore, born May 26, 1925, at Sedgewick, Arkansas, to
the late Roy and Florence Sisco Moore, went to be with his Savior Friday,
August 17, 2012. He was at his home in Beech Grove surrounded by his wife,
children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Pete was preceded in death by two sons, Roy James Moore, and Charles Wayne
Moore; three grandchildren, Pauline Friar, Annie Vi Moore, and Jason Dacus;
three great grandchildren, Adam Matthew Friar, Zackary Hart, and Blaise
William Henry Moore; three brothers, James Moore, Harold Moore, and Robert
Squires; and his mother-in-law whom he loved dearly, Grannie Patton.
He is survived by his wife of 59-1/2 years, Opal Paulene Patton Moore of the
home; four daughters, Ruby Jean Lindsey of Batesville, Christine (Jerry)
Hall of Brookland, Darlene (Kevin) Keefe of Cabot, and Bonnie Moore of Beech
Grove. Also surviving him are four sons, Coy (Mary) Moore of Mountain View,
Johnny (Mary) Moore of Delaplaine, Johnny Paul “Rocky” (Joyce) Messer of
Paragould, and Billy (Trella) Moore of Beech Grove; daughter-in-law, Tracy
Moore of Harrisburg; thirty-six grandchildren; fifty-three great
grandchildren; and eight great great grandchildren.
In addition, he is also survived by his stepmother, Lorene Moore of West
Plains, Missouri; six sisters, Thelma Dickinson of Gonzales, Louisiana,
Francis Brown of Sullivan, Missouri, Virginia May of West Plains, Missouri,
Vonida Monce of Texas, Carolyn Pyle of Jonesboro, and Molly Williams of
Illinois; and by one brother, Ralph Moore of Paragould.
A World War II veteran, he served from May 23, 1944 to June 1, 1946 in
Company “L”, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Division. His specialty was
automatic rifleman 746. He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, WWII
Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, 2 Overseas Bars, Distinguished Unit
Badge, European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with 2 bronze stars,
Rifle MKM, and Rhineland and Central Europe Citations.
Pete was a farmer, owner and manager of Generation Gap store and a bus
driver for Greene County Tech for 18 years. He loved spending time with his
family, hunting, fishing, trapping, turtling and camping. He was a member of
the Beech Grove Church of the Nazarene where he provided music and served as
Sunday School Superintendent for many years. He was a member of the Beech
Grove Gospel Singers, providing music ministry at many churches and nursing
homes.
Visitation will be Tuesday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral
Home, Paragould. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 22nd, 10:30 a.m.
at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. J. E. McAnnally officiating.
Burial will follow in Meadows Grove Cemetery. Grandsons will serve as
pallbearers.
The family requests that you consider Beech Grove Church of the Nazarenes
for memorials in lieu of flowers.
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Rhonda Marlene King
Rhonda Marlene King, 60, of Paragould, died Friday, August 17, 2012, at St
Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was born August 7, 1952 in
Paragould, Arkansas. Rhonda was a nurse and of Methodist belief.
Survivors include her mother, Anna M. Barrow of Paragould; sister and
brother-in-law: Karen and Gerry Moore of Pensacola, FL; brother and
sister-in-law: Ronnie and Karen Barrow of Paragould; nieces and nephews:
Kristie and Jade Price, Kari and Daniel McGhee, Mike and Christy Barrow,
Mitch Barrow, Chase and Kelsey Crews, Jordan Crews; special friend Linda
Wood; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, great nieces and nephews, and
friends. The family would like to express thanks to the many special friends
and caregivers involved in Rhonda's life.
She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Jack Barrow and grandparents,
Bill and Vivian Taylor.
Friends and family will meet Monday, August 20th, 1:00 p.m. at Greene County
Memorial Gardens, for a celebration of her life with Rev. Daniel McGhee
officiating.
Pallbearers are Mike Barrow, Darrel W. Taylor, Mike Taylor, Mike Watson,
Rick Penny, Chase Crews, Jade Price, and Daniel McGhee. Mitch Barrow will be
an honorary pallbearer.
Memorials may be sent to Camp Ground United Methodist Church, 1976 GR 628
Road, Paragould, AR 72450.
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Jerry Edward Tripod
Jerry Edward Tripod, 82, of Paragould, died Friday, August 17, 2012, at his
home. He was born December 25, 1929 in Paragould, Arkansas the son of the
late Clifford and Verla Underwood Tripod. He was also preceded in death by
his brother, Bill Tripod, and granddaughter, Kelly Ann Tyler.
Survivors include his children and their spouses: Terry and Tom Floria of
Paragould, Larry and Valerie Tripod of Woodland Park, CO, Sherry and Duane
Fritz of Brenham, TX, Barry and Karen Tripod of Paragould; brothers: Forrest
Ray Tripod of Paragould, Jim Tripod of Harrisonville, MO; 14 grandchildren
and 13 great-grandchildren.
Jerry was a 1948 graduate of Paragould High School. As a member of the
Bulldogs football team, they won the district title. He spent a few years
playing baseball and signed a contract in 1949 to play with the New York
Giants. Jerry retired from Commonwealth Theaters in Kansas City, MO as the
director of concessions and also worked at Dr. Pepper Bottling Company.
There will be no public services.
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Karen Rae Gutierrez
Karen Rae Gutierrez, 67, of Paragould passed away August 17, 2012. She was
born September 24, 1944 in Monroe, WI to Samuel and Thelma Ashman. She was a
member of the Church of Paragould and loved to play bingo.
Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother, Dean Ashman; one
sister, Vivian Shewmaker; daughter, Margaret Grooms; and one grandson,
Joshua Grooms.
She is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Stairs of Rockford, IL, and
Sharon Cole of Paragould; two brothers, Mervin Ashman of IL and Rick Ashman
of WA; two sisters, Linda McGee of AZ and Jean Glassgow of WI; eight
grandchildren, Joseph, Michael, Becky, Cheryl, Hannah, Sestina, Shala, and
Dana; and one great grandchild.
Funeral services will be Monday, August 20th, 3:00 p.m. in the Center Hill
Chapel at Phillips Funeral Home with Bill Bass officiating.
Visitation will be 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. prior to services. Burial will
follow at the Beech Grove Cemetery.
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Stephen Lowery Spicer
Stephen Lowery Spicer 60, of Rector passed from this life Sunday August 19,
2012 at the Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born
on September 1, 1951 to the late Willard and Violet (Lowery) Spicer in
Paragould, Arkansas.
Mr. Spicer was preceded in death by his parents Willard and Violet Spicer.
Stephen is survived by his brother: Gregory Spicer of Dallas, Texas; a
cousin: Howard Ray Spicer of Piggott, Arkansas and a host of other relatives
and friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, August 22nd, 6:00 until 8:00 at the
Irby Funeral Home Chapel in Rector. A celebration of his life will be
Thursday August 23rd, at 10:00 a.m. at the Irby Funeral Home Chapel with
Brother Mace Straubel officiating. Burial will follow the service at
Woodland Heights Cemetery in Rector.
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Richard Armond Goodwin
Richard Armond Goodwin, 72, of Delaplaine died Monday, August 20, 2012, at
his home.
Mr. Goodwin was born February 20, 1940 at Trumann, to Arthur and Pauline
Goodwin. Mr. Goodwin was of the Church of God faith, enjoyed working in his
shop, fishing and hunting.
Survivors include: his wife, Patsy Goodwin of the home; two sons, Ricky
Goodwin of Walnut Ridge and Phillip Goodwin of Delaplaine; one daughter,
Sheryl Selby and husband Keith of Jonesboro; one sister, Joyce Russell of
Michigan; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a host of other
family and friends.
Mr. Goodwin was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Leroy
Goodwin; five sisters, Authette Spray, Lois Williams, Tammy Goodwin, Ruthie
Lee Christ and Sharon Thomas.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 22nd, 1:00 p.m. at the Word of
Life Church of God in Trumann with the Rev. David Owens officiating.
Interment will follow in Pine Hill Cemetery. The family will receive
visitors at the church Tuesday evening, 6:00 until 8:00.
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Bonnie Lou Hyde
Bonnie Lou Hyde, 77 of Paragould passed away August 20, 2012 at Arkansas
Methodist Medical Center. She was born July 14, 1935 at Walcott to Charles
Hoyt and Gillie Lucy Stewart. She was a member of East Side Baptist Church,
a homemaker and loved playing with her grandkids.
Preceding her in death were her parents and two sisters-in-laws Esther and
Faye Stewart.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Cloyes Hyde; two daughters and
sons–in-law, Tammy and Ronnie Winn of Oak Grove and Tina and Bobby Box of
Paragould; five brothers, Frank Stewart of Watford City, ND., Jim Stewart,
Jack (Carolyn) Stewart, Sam (Madonna) Stewart all of Walcott and Bruce
(Glenda) Stewart of Paragould; seven grandchildren, Samuel (April) Winn,
Sarah (Elliott) Blackmon, Rachel (Nathan) Haynes, Hannah Winn, Jessica
(Brandon) Godsey, Lindsey Box and Robin Box; two great-grandchildren, Lane
and Foster Bynum.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 22nd, 12:00 p.m. at Phillips
funeral Home with Rev. Sam Stewart officiating. The family will receive
friends Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. prior to services. Burial
will be at Greene County Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Lanny, Chris and Jackie Stewart, Steve Hyde, Karry Davis
and Craig Hunt. Honorary pallbearers are Richard, Scott and Kelly Gramling,
Shaun Hyde, Brad Hays, Drew Hunt and Adam Taylor.
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Sherri Ann Tate
Sherri Ann Tate, 45, of Paragould, died Monday, August 20, 2012, at her
home.
Born June 19, 1967, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, she was a former tire
consultant and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include two sons, Casey Tate and Jacob Littrell, both of
McDonough, GA; her mother, Judy Ann Mayne; stepfather, Tim Lockwood; and
grandmother, Lucille Rouse, all of Paragould; and stepmother, Cheryl Berry
of Locust Grove, GA. She is also survived by three sisters, Carmela Tate of
Paragould, Rhonda Spencer of Ash Flat, Jessica Spencer of McDonough, GA;
Casey and Jacob’s dad, Clifford Littrell of Drasco; and by several aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Sheri was preceded in death by her father, Larry Tate; and grandparents,
Buel Rouse and Leonard and Stella Tate.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral
Home, Paragould.
Funeral services will be Thursday, August 23rd, 1:30 p.m. at Mitchell
Funeral Home Chapel with Marc Reeves officiating. Burial will follow in
Corning Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Casey Tate, Jake Littrell, Kenny Rouse, Isaiah VanDon,
Travis VanDon, and Jimmy Rouse. Stanley Rouse and David Woods will be
honorary pallbearers.
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Gregory Lynn White
Gregory Lynn White, 50 of Paragould passed away Monday, August 20, 2012 at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born September 13, 1961 in
Paragould.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Harvey White; maternal
grandparents, John and Ila Osbon; two uncles and six aunts.
He is survived by his parents, Frank and Shirley White of Paragould;
paternal grandmother, Faye Thomas of Paragould; two brothers, Jimmy White of
Paragould and Kenny White of Pine Bluff, Ark.; four sisters, Freda Dodd of
Marmaduke, Ramona Metz of Marmaduke, Marla Gozell of Paragould and Angie
Metz of Paragould; four aunts, Dulcie Hall, Rosie Percifull, Pat Overshine
and JoAnn Looney; four uncles, David White, Charles Osbon, Elgie Osbon and
Jerry Osbon; five nieces; three nephews; two great-nephews and many other
relatives and friends.
Visitation will be Thursday, August 23rd, 11:00 until 1:00 p.m. at Phillips
Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will follow in the Center Hill
Chapel of the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Kim Bridges officiating.
Interment will be at Beech Grove Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Chuck Winn, Kendall Overshine, Jimmy White, James Thrasher,
Bennie Weatherford and Trey Cochran. His nephews will serve as honorary
pallbearers.
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David Michael Kennedy
David Michael Kennedy 72, of Marmaduke passed from this life Monday August
20, 2012 at his residence. David was born on May 9, 1940 to the late Young
Jr. and Mae (Simpkins) Kennedy in Devon, West Virginia. He was a
cabinetmaker, carpenter, and a member of the Primitive Baptist Church in
Rector.
Mr. Kennedy was preceded in death by his parents
David is survived by his loving wife: Ann Kennedy of the home; two sons:
David Jonathan Kennedy of Paragould, Ryan Edward Kennedy of Marmaduke; two
daughters: Michelle Kiehlen and Michael, Tiffany Thompson of Piggott; five
brothers: Nicky, Bill, Bobby Joe, Butch, and John Kennedy, two sisters:
Sally Mobley and Lynn Wolfford both of Virginia; eight grandchildren: Ashley
and Margaret Bandy, Michael Kiehlen, Alyssa, April, and Ryan Kennedy, Bryan
Linton, Earl Silva; and one great grandchild: Tyson Smith.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, August 22nd, 6:00 until 9:00 at the
Irby Funeral Home Chapel in Marmaduke. Funeral services will be Thursday
afternoon August 23rd, at 2:00 p.m. at the Irby Funeral Home Chapel in
Marmaduke with Bro. Danny Adcock and Kim Bridges officiating. Burial will
follow the service at Hartsoe Cemetery in Marmaduke.
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Vernal Elmer Huffman
January 21, 1939 - August 21, 2012
Vernal Elmer Huffman, 73 of Paragould, died Tuesday at the Flo and Phil
Jones Hospice House. Mr. Huffman was an employee of Monroe Auto Equipment, a
member of the 1st Church of God and a Viet Nam veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Flossie Holland Huffman;
brothers Ralph, Lannie and James Huffman.
Survivors include his wife, Bonita (Bonnie) Huffman of the home; sons,
Steven James Huffman of Bonne Terre, MO, David Keith and Michael Scott
Huffman of Paragould; brothers, Darrell Arnold Huffman of Beech Grove, AR
and Jerry Lee Huffman of Maryville, TN; sisters Wilma Jean Mitchell and
Verta (Bert) Condray of Beech Grove, AR. 3 grandchildren and 6 great
grandchildren.
Visitation will be Thursday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be Friday, August 24th, 10:00 a.m. at the Heath
Colonial Chapel with Rev. Kevin Edgar officiating.
Burial will follow in New Liberty Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to 1st Church of God, 628 W. Locust Street, Paragould,
AR 72450.
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Earlene Williams
Earlene Williams, 69, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at her
residence. She was born March 9, 1943, in Delaplaine, to the late Raymond
and Lavenia Saylors. Mrs. Williams retired from the Area Agency on Aging and
was of the Pentecostal faith.
Survivors include her husband, Sam Williams of Paragould; five sons, Bill
Herring and Bob Herring, both of Paragould, Kevin Williams, Bobby Williams,
and Darin Williams, all of Rockford, Illinois; one daughter, Sheila Greer of
Paragould; two brothers, Melvin Saylors of Ravenden, Jim Saylors of
Paragould; and three sisters, Mildred Young of Ravenden and Carolyn Mason
and Deborah Wheeler, both of Paragould.
She is also survived by fourteen grandchildren, William Herring, Chievon
Curtwright, Shana Williams, Felicia Lane, Hali Williams, Brittany Costner,
Nathan Williams, Kyle Williams, Bobby Williams, Johnny Williams, Kimberly
Williams, Philip Williams, Brandon Greer and Raven Greer; and by eleven
great grandchildren
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers,
Everette Saylors and Raymond J. Saylors.
Visitation will be Friday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home,
Paragould.
Funeral services will be Saturday, August 25th, 10:30 a.m. at Mitchell
Funeral Home Chapel with Rick Ethridge officiating. Burial will be in Greene
County Memorial Gardens.
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Carolyn Jean Douglas
Carolyn Douglas, 61, of Paragould, died August 21, 2012 at St. Bernard’s
Medical Center. She was born May 8, 1951 in Jonesboro and had been a
resident of northeast Arkansas her entire life. Carolyn was a great
supporter of Arkansas State University. Carolyn graduated from ASU with a
Bachelor Degree and had only recently retired from ASU, in June, having
worked in the Finance Office. Upon her retirement, she and her husband went
on an Alaskan Cruise. She loved reading the Bible and Christian books,
traveling, flowers, hummingbirds, butterflies and relaxing with her dog,
Trinity. She was a breast cancer survivor and was honored by Susan G. Komen
for the Cure organization. She also gave the gift of life by being an organ
donor with Mid-America Transplant Services. She was of the Baptist belief
and had many interests in her life but one of the greatest things for her
was spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband of almost 45 years, Danny Douglas; son,
Dewayne Douglas; daughter-in-law Tammy Douglas; grandchildren, Devin Douglas
and Seth Douglas all of Paragould; her brothers and sisters, Kennith
Johnson, California, Larry Johnson, Austin, Texas, Joyce Stanley, Paragould,
Jerry Johnson, Johnny Johnson, and Daniel Johnson, all of Batesville, and
Sharon Johnson, Paragould; and many other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Nathan Newton & Theba Jean Hanks
Johnson.
Funeral services will be Saturday, August 25th, at 6:00 p.m. at Emerson
Memorial Chapel with Pastor Daniel Johnson officiating. Emerson Funeral Home
is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation will be Saturday prior to services, 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at
the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that consideration be given to Susan G.
Komen for the Cure, 904 Autumn Road, Suite 500, Little Rock, Arkansas,
72211; or Mid-America Transplant Services, 1110 Highland Plaza Drive East,
Suite 100, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110. Pledge cards will be available at the
visitation.
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James Larry Taylor
James Larry Taylor, age 62 of Paragould passed away at his home Tuesday,
August 21, 2012. He was born November 2, 1949 in Paragould. He served in the
U.S. Air Force during Vietnam. James hobbies included ham radios.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Huey and Geraldine Taylor; and two
sisters.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the
direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
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Reverend William B. Leslie
January 15, 1950 - August 22, 2012
Reverend William B. (Bill) Leslie, 62 of Paragould, died Wednesday at his
residence. Bill was the Senior Pastor at First United Methodist Church, and
was a member of the Arkansas Annual Conference. Bill has served churches in
Garland, Texas, and in Arkansas at Magnolia, Norphlet, Mount Ida, Warren,
Hot Springs Village, Fort Smith and Paragould. He was a member of the
Paragould Rotary Club, Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Board of Directors.
Bill loved to hunt, fish and be with his dogs.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Willis B. and Oralee Bryant Leslie;
daughter Tara Leslie Kortenber. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Leslie of
the home; daughter Brooke Whisenhunt of Springfield, MO; son Kyle Leslie of
Chesapeake, VA; aunts, Olga Boles of Nacogdoches, TX and Charlotte Leslie of
Texarkana, TX., and six grandchildren.
Visitation will be Friday, August 23rd, 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the
Welcome Center at First United Methodist Church. Memorial services will
follow at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church
with Revs. Jack Wilson, Steve Poarch, Angie Gage and Sue Kelley officiating.
Burial will be at a later date in Glenwood, AR
The family has requested that memorials be made to the First United
Methodist Church, Paragould, AR.
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Alvin Virgil Lindley
Alvin Virgil Lindley, 97, of Corning, passed away August 22, 2012 in
Corning. He was born June 15, 1915 in Lorado, Arkansas to the late Claude
and Mattie Jane Lindley. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Almeda,
daughter, Brenda Smith, sister and brother-in-law, Bulah Mae and James
Hanna, brothers and sisters-in-law: Donald and Viva Lindley, Elbert and Mary
Lindley. At 97, he has outlived all of his siblings.
Virgil served in the U.S. Navy, sold insurance and after 40 years of sales
and service with West Nash Motors, he retired. He also did farming of his
own land. Virgil was an active member of the Corning Church of Christ.
Virgil is survived by his oldest daughter and her husband: Sue and Lee
Hatler of Goleta, California; grandson and granddaughter-in-law: Chris and
Lisa Hatler; three great grandchildren: Maisie Rose, Jacob, of Ventura,
California and Erika Hatler, of Goleta, California; nephews: Norris Lindley,
Randy Hannah; nieces: Ruth Lindley Calvert, Martha Brown, Janna Minor.
A special thanks and appreciation to the staff and nurses at Corning Therapy
and Living Center for the quality of care given the two years Virgil resided
there.
A graveside service was held, Wednesday, August 22nd, at 3:00 p.m. at New
Bethel Cemetery.
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Geraldine "Jerrie" Pulliam
Geraldine “Jerrie” Holt Pulliam, 79, of Paragould, went to be with the Lord
August 23, 2012. She was born January 4, 1933 in Oklahoma.
On July 18th, 1954, Jerrie married William Thomas Pulliam. Together they
owned and operated Garner Drug in Paragould for many years. She often spoke
of fond memories of the drug store days. October 2, 1988, she lost her
devoted husband of 34 years, but her memories and love for him remained
until she joined him in Heaven.
She was a retired high school English teacher, teaching in the Paragould
School System for many years. Since 2000, she has been actively tutoring
grade school children weekly. Teaching others to excel in their education
was something she took very seriously. Since coming out of retirement and
beginning her tutoring career she has increased the children’s grades by at
least two grade points. Tutoring students was very dear to her. She is a
member of the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association, and past president of
the Greene County Teachers Association.
The love she displayed for Christ and her church was evident for anyone that
knew her. She was a member of the First Baptist Church for over 50 years.
She served on numerous committees over the years; always willing to help out
in any way she could to lead someone to Christ.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Marty and Lanette Pulliam of
Paragould; one sister, Sue Farmer of Manila; and one grandson, William
Pulliam of Hernando, Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Lena Holt; her husband,
Bill Pulliam; one brother, William Kibel Holt; and three sisters, Helen
Crider, Sarah Dixson, and Betty Shelton.
Visitation will be Sunday evening, 7:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home,
Paragould.
Funeral services will be Monday, August 27th, 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist
Church with Dr. Bill Steeger and Brother Jason Treadaway officiating. Burial
will follow in Linwood Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Brent Farmer, Steve Shelton, David Holt, Jeff
Long, George Spence and Jon Collier. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Robert
Fahr, Rev. Clyde Cook, Jackie Thomason, Dale Stidman, Kenneth Hamilton, Ken
Flynn, Tommy Jumper, Sr., and Jimmy Grooms.
Online guest registry:
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Norma Jean Cunningham
Norma Jean Cunningham, 86, of Paragould, died Saturday, August 25, 2012, at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born July 26, 1926
in Beech Grove the daughter of the late Carl and Flora Norman Russom. She
was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilford B. "Kib" Cunningham, a
brother and a sister.
She was retired from Ely & Walker, a homemaker and of Baptist belief.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Ted and Cindy Cunningham of
Paragould; daughter and son-in-law: Claudia and Cloyce Scheer of Tumbling
Shoals; brother: Tony Russom of Saint Louis, MO; sister: Carole Fears of
Ozark, MO; grandchildren: Dustie Cunningham, Tedie Hayes, Chad Scheer; great
grandchildren: Lexi and Colby Hayes, Hunter and Seraphine Scheer.
Family and friends will meet Monday, August 27th, 2:30 p.m. at Greene County
Memorial Gardens, for a graveside service with Rev. David Stallings
officiating.
Memorials may be sent to Children's Home, Inc., 5515 Walcott Road,
Paragould, AR 72450.
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Effie (Loreta) Owen
Loreta Owen, 78 of Paragould, formerly of Rector passed away August 25, 2012
at the Greene Acres Nursing Home. She was born March 20, 1934 to the late
William and Bertha (Edwards) Barker in Rector, Arkansas. She loved being
with her family and was of the Baptist faith and an avid Bible reader.
Preceding her in death was her husband: L.H. Owen, a daughter: Beverly Owen,
three grandchildren: Malinda Higginbottom, Lisa Higginbottom and Shane
Vaughn, three brothers: Denver Barker, Delbert Barker and Charley Barker and
two sisters: Almareta Shaw and Vadalia Hampton.
She is survived by two sons and daughter-in-laws: Delane and Renee Owen of
Nashville, Darwin and Kim Owen of Antioch, Tennessee, three daughters and
son-in-laws: Debbie and Herbert Higginbottom of Paragould, Rita and Bobby
Ward of Piggott, Sheila and Gordon Kilgore of Smyrna, Tennessee, six
grandchildren: Eric Clark, Shelley Harmon, Brittany Taylor, Brianna Trigleth,
Ashley DeFries and James DeFries, and six great-grandchildren: Joshua
Sherbrick, Wesley Shipman, Jacob Higginbottom, Eric Harmon, Payton Clark and
Bryce Trigleth.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 28th, at 11:00 a.m. at the Irby Funeral
Home in Rector. Funeral Services will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Rondal
Richardson officiating. Interment will be at the Mitchell Cemetery in
Greenway.
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Irby Funeral Home
Helen Jeanette Sturgeon
Helen Jeanette Sturgeon, 75, of Paragould, died Sunday, August 26, 2012, at
her residence.
She was born December 8, 1935, in Eaton, Arkansas, and retired as secretary
at 7th & Mueller Church of Christ. Helen was also a member of 7th & Mueller
Church of Christ.
Survivors include one son, Al Sturgeon, III of Malibu, California; two
daughters, Jacki Davis of Grapevine, Texas, Sandy Wallis of Paragould; two
brothers, Onis Lawson of Salem, Illinois, Burl Lawson of Hoxie; and one
sister, Lucille Shannon of Newport. She is also survived by seven
grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
Her husband, Al Sturgeon, Jr., preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 28th, 10:00 a.m. at the 7th &
Mueller Church of Christ with Al Sturgeon, III and Larry McFadden
officiating.
Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the
direction of Mitchell Funeral Home. Visitation will be Monday evening, 6:00
until 8:00 at the church.
Joe Dickinson, Jerry Carlile, Larry Watson, Ray Smith, Ronnie Taylor, and
Royce McMillion will serve as pallbearers.
Memorials to 7th & Mueller Church of Christ Celebrate Recovery Program would
be appreciated.
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Dr. Tory Lee Stallcup
Dr. Tory Lee Stallcup, 40, of Jonesboro, AR, passed away Sunday, August 26,
2012, in New Orleans. Dr. Stallcup was a hospitalist at Arkansas Methodist
Medical Center in Paragould. He graduated from Ridgecrest High School in
1990, completed his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry at Hendrix College in
Conway, Arkansas; his Medical Degree at the University of Arkansas for
Medical Sciences in Little Rock; and his residency in Family Medicine at the
University of Tennessee in Jackson. He practiced Family Medicine at Family
Practice Clinic in Paragould from 2001 until February of this year.
Dr. Stallcup was born January 29, 1972 in Paragould. He was preceded in
death by his father, James Edward Stallcup, Sr. , grandparents, Reba and
Melvin Stallcup, all of Paragould; and grandfather, Bennett G. Satterwhite
of Erin, TN.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Stallcup, brother, Jimmy E. Stallcup,
Jr., sister, Alexia Ann Stallcup, nephew, Jimmy E. Stallcup, III., nieces,
Brooke Stallcup, Emma Stallcup, and Allie Robb, all of Paragould. He is also
survived by his grandmother, Maxine Satterwhite, uncle, Bennett H.
Satterwhite, both from Erin, TN, aunt, Kay Lynn Dodrill, uncle, Rudy Dodrill,
both of Murfreesboro, TN, as well as Godmother, Laura Gene Garmroth, those
considered as family include Dwayne Hatt, Dr. L.L. Shedd, Preston, Donna and
Rob Bland, and Sunny Curtis. Dr. Stallcup was passionate about serving
others, and routinely donated his time and resources to local organizations,
such as the Paragould Children's Home and Agape House. He assisted in relief
efforts for earthquake victims in Haiti and made annual trips to New
Orleans, LA, to assist the community in rebuilding after Hurrican Katrina.
Dr. Stallcup also loved to spend time with family and friends on Lake
Norfork, loved music, computer technology and loved to care for and spend
time with his dogs. Dr. Stallcup will be dearly missed by his family,
friends, patients, and collegues.
Memorials may be made to Agape House, PO Box 1056, Paragould, AR 72450,
First United Methodist Church, 404 N. Main Street, Paragould, AR 72450 or
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, 900 W. Kingshighway, Paragould, AR 72450.
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Dorothy Ethel Steed
Dorothy Ethel Steed, 76, of Paragould, died, Monday, August 27, 2012 at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. She was born September 7,
1935 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Carl and Ora Crow Zorn.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Steed, son, Donnie,
grandson, Stephen Sims, siblings, Robert Zorn, Mary Avery, Carl Zorn,
Charles Zorn, Loretta Russell, Donnie Zorn, Lena Zorn, George Zorn and
Gloria Steed.
She was a homemaker who loved crafting, crocheting, camping, anything
outdoors and taking care of her family. She was a member of Stonewall
Community Church.
Survivors include her children: Russell and Kathy Zorn of Paragould, Tracy
and Larry Seago of Tishmongo, MS, Dawn and Mike Farmer of Marmaduke, Diane
and Terry Songer of Paragould, Leroy and Pamela Steed of Paragould, Micki
and Terry Cox of Sugar Hill, Georgia; brother, Richard Zorn and sister,
Madilyn Overman, both of St. Louis, Missouri, thirteen grandchildren,
thirteen great grandchildren and two expected great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from Tuesday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at
Heath Funeral Home. Her life will be celebrated Wednesday, August 29th, at
10:00 a.m. at Stonewall Community Church with Reverend Gary Holcomb,
Reverend Sally Shepard and Reverend Terry Songer officiating. Interment will
follow at Providence Cemetery.
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Bernice Louise Holland
Bernice L. Holland, 89, of Buckner, MO passed away August 27, 2012 at Oak
Grove Missouri Nursing and Rehab.
Bernice was born February 13, 1923 in Hays Township, Greene County, Arkansas
the daughter of the late Luther L. and Emma (Bibb) White. She was also
preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Lona (White) Shoopman and Alvie
(White) Textor and her brother, William Eugene White.
She graduated from Lake Side High School in 1941, being the first in her
family to accomplish that.
Bernice lived in the, Morning Star Community of Greene County with her
husband and daughter until relocating to Buckner, MO in 1954. She retired
from Western Electric of Lees Summit, MO in 1980, and enjoyed a very
rewarding retirement.
Bernice is survived by her loving daughter, Patsy Massey and husband Lonnie;
three sisters; Selma Highfill, of Paragould, Geraldine Bentz of Batesville,
AR. and Dorothy Smith also of Paragould. Two grandsons; Brian and Brandon
Massey, two great grandchildren; Morgan and Garrin Massey, many other
relatives and a host of friends.
A visitation will be held Friday August 31st, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.
followed by a 2:00 p.m. service, at the Speaks Buckner Chapel, 300 Adams,
Buckner, MO. Pastor R. Douglas Schildknect will officiate.
Interment will follow in Buckner Hill Cemetery.
Her family wishes to express their gratitude to the nursing staff of Oak
Grove and Preferred Hospice of Lexington for their care and concern during
her final days in this life.
Arrangements: Speaks Buckner Chapel 816-650-5555
Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at,
Speaks Funeral Homes
Tom Brocksmith
Thomas H. Brocksmith, 84, of Paragould, died Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at St
Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro. Tom was born August 4, 1928 in
Hammond, Indiana the son of the late Arthur L., Sr. and Elizabeth Fields
Brocksmith. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Arthur L.
Brocksmith, Jr. and sister, Dorothy Brocksmith.
Tom was retired as a First Class Petty Officer, after twenty years from the
United States Navy. He served during the Korean and Vietnam wars in the
Atlantic Theater and at the United States Embassy in Cairo, Egypt. After
retirement from the service, he moved to Paragould to work at L.A. Darling
Store Fixtures from where he retired in 1991. Tom was a member of St. Mary's
Catholic Church and was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and was also a Grand
Knight.
He is survived by his wife: Joan Bazzell Brocksmith of the home; son: Kevin
Brocksmith; grandson: Dillon Brocksmith, both of West Memphis; and brother:
James R. Brocksmith of Chandler, Arizona.
There will be a public rosary Wednesday evening, 6:00 until 6:30 at Heath
Colonial Chapel.
Visitation will follow from 6:30 until 8:00 at the chapel. His life will be
celebrated Thursday, August 30th, 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church,
with Father Mike Sinkler officiating.
Interment will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers are Michael Johnson, Jeff Bazzell, Bill Burstyne, Jerry Hoepfl,
Jim Cupp, Chip Dayton, Jeff Johnson, Trey Bazzell, David Cupp and Rick
Phelps.
Memorials may be sent to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 220 N. 2nd Street,
Paragould, AR 72450 or First United Methodist Church, 404 W. Main Street,
Paragould, AR 72450.
Online guest registry:
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Justin Allen Howell
Justin “Woozy” Allen Howell, 27, of Paragould lost his battle with cancer
August 28, 2012. He was born March 19, 1987 to Glenn and Barbara Howell.
Justin loved motorcycles, fishing, and family gatherings. He was the
“Enforcer” of the Saints & Sinners Riding Club.
Preceding him in death were his father; grandparents, James and Dixie
Howell, Betty Thompson, and Larry Smith.
Survivors include his mother; brother, James Howell; four sisters, Shirley
Howell, Amber Shipman, Misty Roberts, and Amanda Garmroth.
Woozy’s Visitation will be Friday evening, August 31st, 6:00 until 9:00 at
Phillips Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 1st, at 1:00 p.m. in the
Center Hill Chapel of Phillips Funeral Home with Terry Songer officiating.
Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will include James Howell, Michael Walls, Shaun Mayfield, Mike
Holifield, Ronnie Floyd, and Jeremy Williams. Honorary Pallbearers will be
Billy Hill and Rick Risner.
Lasting Memorials can be made to the benefit account set up at First
National Bank.
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Joyce Elaine Wooldridge
Joyce Elaine Wooldridge of Paragould passed from this life August 29, 2012.
She was born in Wisconsin to the late Carl and Sylvia Johnson on September
29, 1928.
Preceding her in death were her parents and one grand-child.
Survivors include her husband, Earl Wooldridge; sons and daughters –in-law,
Craig and Ordie Wooldridge and Wade and Kimberly Wooldridge, all of Orange
County, CA; daughter, Dawn Earlene Wooldridge, of Newport, AR; three
grandchildren, David, Ashley, and Scott Wooldridge.
Visitation will be Friday, August 31st, 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at
Phillips Funeral Home.
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James Robert Biggs
James Robert (Major) Biggs, born December 12, 1923, age 88, joined his
Savior Jesus Christ August 30, 2012 at the Hospice House in Jonesboro,
Arkansas, with Brannon Treece, M.D. attending.
James was the son of Grover and Mary Amorine Biggs of Walcott. He was
preceded in death by his wife Wanda Wagner Biggs, daughter Mary Glendolyn
Garner, and brother, Earl Biggs.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Jan Ann and Rodney Combs,
grandsons Jacob and Matthew Combs of Paragould, and Jennifer, Joan and Paul
Garner of Virginia.
He was a descendant of B.A. Johnson, a well respected early settler of the
Greene County Crowley’s Ridge area, and known for being a Colonel in the
Confederate army.
James enlisted in the Army, served in India and traveled the Burma Putra
Hump and New Delhi. Sheba, a faithful pet leopard found as a kitten, slept
in his tent. Due to his excellent marksmanship skills as a jungle hunter,
and talented cooking skills, a bountiful food supply enabled him to provide
many meals for the troops.
Prior to being designated a Disabled Veteran, James returned to Paragould in
1945, worked at the shirt factory and Big Picture newspaper. James was a
longstanding member of First Baptist Church, with his favorite biblical
writer being John. He was an active volunteer in the local community. He was
a charter member of the Civil Defense, setting up the first tornado drills
in the schools, contributing many of the supplies personally. James
organized and taught Red Cross swimming lessons for many years, excelled at
sports, holding the state record for long jump in high school.
He loved to travel and spend time with his family sightseeing the United
States. James had a special way with animals, but he especially loved his
dogs. He had a great respect for wildlife, was very active in Ducks
Unlimited, and made it a priority to teach his grandsons his hunting and
fishing skills and duck calling. He was a member of the Wildlife Club, and
was actively involved in getting the ramp poured at the Big Slough Ditch.
James had a farm and received great joy from the beauty of a field, as well
as the pleasure of having a heritage from his ancestors to pass down for
generations to come. He had a huge garden for many years and thoroughly
enjoyed sharing the bounty. By making wise business decisions and living a
humble lifestyle, James was a blessed entrepreneur who was able to realize
his dream of achieving true financial independence. He was known for giving
generous gifts and helping others any way he could. He was a very trusting,
loyal friend, sitting up many nights with a sick friend or providing food
for comfort. A huge heart full of love and happiness, James loved a
practical joke. He lived his last years at Monette Manor.
Celebration of Life with full military honors will be held at Mitchell
Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Joe Marsden presiding, Wednesday, September
5th, 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Tuesday evening, September 4th, 6:00 until 8:00 at
Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.
Pallbearers are Jacob Combs, Matthew Combs, Rob Gaskins, Joey Massey, Drew
McDaniel and Dean Wall.
Consider memorials to First Baptist Church building fund.
Online guest registry:
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Steven Todd Williams
Steven Todd Williams, 52, of Monette, Arkansas, departed this life Thursday
evening, August 30, 2012, in Port Lavaca, Texas, from injuries sustained in
an automobile accident.
He was born December 7, 1959 in Paragould, Arkansas, the son of Tommy R.
Williams and Vela Davison Williams. Todd was a self-employed farmer and
loved riding his Harley and traveling.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Joe Wayne Williams.
He is survived by his parents, Tommy and Vela Williams of Cardwell,
Missouri; one son, Jeremy Williams of Caraway; two daughters, Ashley
Williams of Dallas, Texas and Leah Williams of Oxford, Mississippi; a step
daughter, LeeAnne Knierim of Jonesboro; His fiancée, Candice Holladay of
Paragould; Ashley's mother, Kerry Williams of Jonesboro; one brother, Rickey
Williams of Beech Grove; and two sisters, Patty Jackson of Leachville and
Iretha Holcomb of Paragould.
Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, September 3rd, 10:00 a.m. at the
First Baptist Church in Monette with Rev. Rusty Bird and Rev. Steve Farmer
officiating.
Brad Hutchison, Robert Butchee, Reed Mitchell, Hunter Miller, Brian Harrell,
and Chad Jackson will serve as pallbearers.
Terry Spikes, Colby Holladay, Michael Taylor and Phillip Taylor will serve
as honorary pallbearers.
Interment will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens in Paragould.
Friends may visit Sunday evening, 6:00 until 8:00 at the church.
Gregg Funeral Home of Monette is in charge of arrangements.
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Gregg Funeral Home
Leon Eagan
Leon Eagan, 78, of Paragould passed from this life Thursday, August 30, 2012
at Belle Meade Nursing Home. He was retired from White Printing with 14
years of service, a member of Brown’s Chapel, and a 22 ½ year kidney
transplant survivor. He was born May 26, 1934 in Neelyville, MO to the late
Earl Eugene and Clara Mae Eagan
Preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Earlene Podulka; one
grandson, Landon Perkins.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Eagan; son and daughter-in-law, Richard
and Linda Eagan; daughter Sheri Davis; daughter and son-in-law, Daphne and
Robert Perkins; one sister, Murriel Hester; 6 grandchildren, Derick and
Candice Burkheart, Marcus Eagan, Wesley, Jacob and Nikkolette Perkins; three
great-grandchildren, Veronica and Valerie Burkheart, Hannah Eagan; one
step-great-grand daughter, Aiden Hensley.
Graveside services will be Sunday, September 2nd, 3:00 p.m. at Greene County
Memorial Gardens with Royce Boling officiating.
Pallbearers will be the grandsons, Don Fortenberry, and Royce Burkheart.
Lasting Memorials can be made to the National Kidney Foundation.
Online guest registry:
Phillips Funeral Home
Sharon Kay Desenza
Sharon Kay Desenza, 60, of Paragould passed away Friday, August 31, 2012 at
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was born August 21, 1952 in Paragould
to Boyce and Grace Fields.
She is survived by her husband, Nick Desenza; one son, Steven Cobb; two
daughters, Tammy Clayton and Tonya Wheat; her mother, Grace Fields; one
brother, David Fields; three sisters, Vanessa Greer, Bonnie Staires and
Shelia York; eight grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her father, Boyce Fields and one sister, Geneva
Richman.
Private graveside services will be Monday, September 3rd, 2:00 p.m. at
Brown’s Chapel Cemetery with Royce Boling officiating.
Online guest registry:
Phillips Funeral Home
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from the following funeral homes in Paragould, and Greene County AR:
Heath, Mitchell, Phillips, Irby~Marmaduke/Rector, unless other wise noted~*~
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