Kathelyn Adams
Kathelyn Adams, 77, of Paragould, died Thursday, February 2, 2006, at St. Bernard's Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was born May 8, 1928, in Paragould, the daughter of the late Leslie and Esther McDaniel Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Adams. She and her husband were the owners and operators of Johnny's Restaurant, and she was a member of Center Hill Church of Christ. She is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Ann and Dean Rollings of Lafe, and Penny Adams of Newport; a sister, Pat Hall of California; two brothers, Sherman Johnson of Paragould, and Bob Johnson of Hardy; grandchildren, Leslie Stallcup, Michelle and Bruce Smith, and Christopher and Jennifer Rollings; and great-grandchildren, Braden Smith and Carleigh Rae Smith. The family will receive friends from 6-9 tonight at Heath Funeral Home. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with Jon Brinkley and Gary Morris officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Zion Cemetery. Pallbearers are Major McDaniel, Gary Cremeens, Kenneth Pugh, Danny McDaniel, Sammy McDaniel and Jay McDaniel. Memorials may be sent to the Children's Home of Paragould, 5515 Walcott Road, Paragould 27450.
Doyle Alexander Faulk
Doyle Alexander Faulk, 87, of Claremont-Ontario, California, formerly of Washington, Arkansas, died Thursday, February 2, 2006, at Veteran's Hospital in Loma Linda California. Born August 5, 1918 in Lake City, Arkansas, he was a farmer and an engineer. Survivors are his wife, Hilda Faulk of Washington, Arkansas; four daughters, Connie Weir of Claremont, California, Alice Wiebe of Upland, California, Marcy Hall and Jennifer Wolfinbarger of Fontana, California; three sons, George Faulk of Montclair, California, Clark Faulk of Phelan, California and Doyle A. Faulk, Jr. of Washington, Arkansas; 14 grandchildren and two great grandchildren; two sisters and one brother, Bonnie Campbell, Louise Higgins-Woods and Donald Faulk all of Paragould. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claud Faulk; a brother, Shirley Faulk; and a son, Mark Faulk. The visitation will be from noon-1 p.m. Saturday, February 11, 2006, at Heath Funeral Home with a graveside service and burial to follow immediately at Linwood Cemetery.
Virgil Ernest Hartsell
Virgil Ernest Hartsell, 83, of Neelyville, formerly of Paragould, died Thursday, February 2, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Born October 22, 1922, in Tuckerman, Mr. Hartsell retired from Martin Sprocket and Gear. He was a member of Fellowship Southern Baptist Church in Harviell, Mo. Survivors include his wife, Julia Olene Hartsell of Neelyville; and three daughters, Lavon Pierce of Corning, Loretta Hardin of Neelyville, and LaWanda Hooten of Paragould. He is also survived by two sisters, Parnell Miller and Betty Adams, both of Malden, Mo.; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Addie Hartsell; two daughters, Lola Morgan and Laverne Warren; one son, Larry Ray Hartsell; one grandson, Ricky Welch; three brothers, Harold Richards, Billy Wayne Richards, and Vernon Hartsell; and by one sister, Dorothy Atchley. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Sunday at Mitchell Funeral Home in Paragould. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, with Dan Minton and Keith Atchley officiating. Burial will follow in Gracelawn Cemetery at Tuckerman. Loyd Warren, Bryan Hooten, Larry Don George, Ted Briney, Michael Horton, and Zach Eudy will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Hartsell, David Hartsell, Ronnie Hartsell and David Adams. To sign an online register book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com
John Ruben Jackson III
John Ruben Jackson, III, 32, of Paragould died Saturday, February 4, 2006 at his home. He was born Nov. 20, 1973, in St. Louis, Mo, the son of John Jr. and Edna Jones Jackson. He was employed by Emerson Electric and was of the Baptist belief. He is survived by his wife, Heather Morrow Jackson; son, Jeremy Jackson; and daughter, Caitlyn Jackson, all of the home; parents, John and Edna Jackson; and sisters, Cyndi Hoots and Teresa Fisher, all of Paragould. He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Jackson. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with the Rev. Bill McCracken officiating. Burial will follow at Cardwell Cemetery.
Bob Gene Lang
Bob Gene Lang, 71, of Paragould died February 4, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Born Dec. 31, 1934, at Paragould, he was the former owner of Lang's Fire Extinguishers, Inc. which he founded in 1966, retired from the Paragould Fire Department in 1992 after 28 years of service and was a member of First Assembly of God. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Lang of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Kevin Gene and Jackie Lang of Paragould; one daughter and son-in-law, Shelia and Mike Ragsdell of Paragould; his mother-in-law, Ruby Clark of the home; one granddaughter; three great-granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, John Lang; his mother, Opal Lang Hampton; three half brothers, Donald Brown, Harold Lang and Aubrey Lang; and by one sister, Margie Church. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, with Shannon Morgan officiating. Burial will be in Greene County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Monday at Mitchell Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Arkansas Fallen Firefighters Memorial. To sign a register online, visit us at www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com.
Ada Hearn
Ada Irene Hearn, 92, of Paragould died Sunday, February 5, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was a Missionary Baptist. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Ross Hearn Sr. her parents, Allie Lee and Ada Irene Brand Smith; one daughter, Wilma Lehman; and a twin brother, Allie Lee Smith Jr. Ada is survived by her daughters, Edith Eans of Griffithville and Dorothy A. Williams of Paragould; sons, Lawrence Hearn Jr. of Heber Springs, Henry Hearn of Etowah, Tenn., Richard Hearn of Griffithville and Robert Hearn of Jerseyville, Ill.; one brother, Everett Smith of Pine Bluff; 17 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Heath Colonial Chapel with the Rev. Terry Songer officiating. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at Heath Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be grandsons.
Donald Lafayette Fruchey
Donald Lafayette Fruchey departed this world Sunday, February 5, 2006, in Little Rock, at the age of 82. He was born July 19, 1923, in Paragould, to Bertrus and Sarah Jane Pillow Fruchey. He was a former employee of Ely & Walker Shirt Factory and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Roger Jack and Kotoe Fruchey of Osaka, Japan; one daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Carey Fortenberry of Little Rock; one brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Ann Fruchey of Ziegler, Illinois; thirteen grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Mr. Fruchey was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Rodney Fruchey; two sisters, Estelle Wiggins King, Della Wiggins Carmen; and by four brothers, Wilbur Stanley Fruchey, and Hobart, G. H. and Lester Wiggins. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, February 8th, at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, Paragould, with James A. Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Tuesday, at the Mitchell Funeral Home.
William M. Davis
William M. "Nook" Davis, 91, of Leachville died Sunday, February 5, 2006 at his residence. Born December 20, 1914 in Monette, he lived his lifetime in Leachville. He was a retired farmer and of the Baptist belief. He was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. Survivors include one daughter, Rose (Dorothy) Bisgrove of Norfolk, Va.; one sister, Pauline Leiss of Flint, Mich.; one brother, Willis Davis of Monette; two grandchildren, Steve Wilkinson of Virginia Beach, Va., and Rhonda Stapel of Lyndeboro, N.H.; five great-grandchildren, Tim Thode, Stevie Troxler, Samantha Williams, Lilyan and Alex Wilkinson; two great-great-grandchildren, Jasmine and Jared Troxler; numerous nieces and nephews; and two stepsons, H.B. and Gene Neil, and their children and grandchildren, all of whom he loved so dearly. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Davis; daughter, Dianna Lynn Davis; parents, Jack and Rachel Davis; and three brothers, Marion, Ovil Buck, and Johnny Davis. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in the chapel of Gregg Funeral Home in Monette with the Rev. William Piercy officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens in Paragould. Honored to serve as pallbearers are Jerry Davis, Allen Davis, Jack Davis, Myron Davis, John Beaird, and Bud Beaird. The family will receive friends from 5-7 tonight at the funeral home. Personal condolences may be sent to the Davis family at www.greggfunerals.com
David Paul Heard
Funeral service for 38-year-old David Paul Heard of Paragould, who died Sunday, February 5, 2006 at 517 East Lake Street, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Earle. Burial will follow at New Macedonia Church Cemetery in Parkin. Visitation will be from noon-1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Earle. Survivors include one son, Jeacory Peace of Tutwilder, Miss.; two daughters, Duonna Heard and Deasia Heard of Galesburg, Ill.; parents, Calvin and Arlline Heard of Earle; three brothers, Carlos Heard and Calvin Heard Jr. of Chicago and Michael Heard of Paragould; five sisters, Sharon Heard, Pamela Heard, Michelle Heard, Trinette Heard and Valorie Brails, all of Chicago; and paternal grandmother Buesillar Heard of Wynne.
Tony Lee Bell
Tony Lee Bell, 46, of Pineville, formerly of Corning, died at his home Monday, February 6, 2006. He was born on April 19, 1959, in Corning, the son of A.C. and Nona Inez Bell. Tony was of the Pentecostal faith. He was preceded in death by his father, A.C. Bell, and one brother, Doyle Steven Bell. Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Bell; one daughter and son-in-law, Erica and Daniel Terrell; two grandchildren, Sarah and Brayden of Mountain Home; mother, Nona Inez Bell of Ozark Acres; two brothers, Aldon Bell of Batesville and Melvin Bell of Ozark Acres; four nephews; three nieces; and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at Heath Colonial Chapel in Paragould at 10:30 a.m. Thursday with Jerry Loyd and Henry Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Gainesville Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening from 6-8 at Heath Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Timothy Bell, Steven Bell, Randy Loyd, Kevin Loyd, Tim Cummings and John Belyew. Honorary pallbearers are Mike Smith, Michael Cook, Joey Martin, and Daniel Martin. Memorials may be made to the Tony Bell Funeral Account.
Joe Calvin Faulkner
Joe Calvin Faulkner was born May 24, 1926, to Lawrence and Taddie Faulkner of Powhatan. He departed this life, Tuesday, February 7, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Betty J. Faulkner; one daughter, Kathy Faulkner; one son and daughter-in-law, Phillip Alan and Lana Faulkner; three grandsons, PJ, Zachary and Seth Faulkner, all of Paragould; two sisters, Carolyn Bilbrey and husband Edward of Smithville, and Glenda Bierk and husband Steven of Perryville, Mo.; two sisters-in-law, Carolyn Faulkner of Walnut Ridge and Sally Faulkner of Paragould; several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Joey M. Faulkner; two brothers, Lawrence Faulkner Jr. of Walnut Ridge, and Clyde Faulkner of Paragould; and one infant sister, Vivian Faulkner. He was a member of Center Hill Church of Christ, where he had the privilege of serving as a deacon. He was a member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, and he also served on the advisory board at Black River Technical College. He was chairman of the board of trustees for the Powhatan Cemetery for 22 years. He was employed by Emerson Electric in Paragould, where he managed the Tool and Die Shop, and retired in 1989 as a manufacturing engineer. Active pallbearers are Tony Cable, Steve Parker, Brent Renfrow, Kevin Rowe, Dan Stokes and Darrell Webb. Honorary pallbearers are the elders and deacons of the Center Hill Church of Christ. Funeral services will be at the Phillips Funeral Home Chapel, 4904 West Kingshighway in Paragould, on Thursday at 2 p.m. with Michael Cox and Gary Cremeens officiating. Burial will be in Powhatan Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight from 6-9 at Phillips Funeral Home. Lasting memorials may be made to Crowley's Ridge Academy or Paragould Children's Home.
Sylvia Taylor
Sylvia Taylor, of Paragould, died Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at the home of her grandson, Rick Milburn, in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was a very precious lady to all who knew her. She was a Pentecostal saint, a member of the Paragould Church of God, who loved her family and her friends. We will miss her dearly. She was born February 8, 1922. Yes, just like a lady she knew when to go and she went on her birthday. She was 84 years old. She is survived by her daughter, Fay Pounds and husband, Roy, of New Site, Mississippi; a son, Artie Houston of Paragould. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Debby Pounds and husband, Bobby of New Site, Mississippi, Rick Milburn and his friend, Terry Belk of Tupelo, Sherry Pounds, her family and Mike of Fulton, Mississippi, Mickey Pounds, wife, Amy and their family of New Site, Mississippi, Don Pounds, Myra and family of Brooklyn, Michigan, Brian Pounds of Dallas, Texas, and Jason Houston, Rachel and family of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Survivors also include one sister, Dorothy McCarty of Paragould; several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, H.P. Taylor; a brother, Paul Halcomb; and by one sister, Maudie Maynard. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, Paragould, with Winford Walters officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. As I said earlier, she was a very special lady and we will miss her dearly. We love you Granny. In lieu of money, please make a donation to your nearest Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Alta Emaline Pickens
Alta Emaline Pickens, 97, of Paragould died Thursday, February 9, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist medical Center. She was a homemaker and of Baptist belief. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Pickens and parents, Pat and Aslee (Stone) Brewer. Survivors include her son, Doyce Pickens and daughter, Velba Spencer of Paragould; three granddaughters; five great grandsons; one great granddaughter and nine great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 3 p.m.,Saturday at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Reverend Eddie Gene Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Greene County memorial Gardens. Visitation for everyone will be from 2 p.m. until service time Saturday. Grandsons and great grandsons will be pallbearers.
Marjorie Tinker Key
Marjorie Tinker Key, 88, of Paragould died Friday, February 10, 2006 at her residence. She was born on Jan. 10, 1918, in Sevierville, Tenn., the daughter of Blain and Litha Mae McMahan Tinker. She was a homemaker and a member of the New Antioch Baptist Church and a life member of the Flat River, Mich. #156 Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Key was preceded in death by her husband, James Mitchell Key; parents, Blain and Litha Mae McMahan Tinker; and sons, Wayne and Curtis Key. Survivors include her daughter, Betty Jo Carr of Paragould, brothers, Wallace Sutton of Cohutta, Ga., and Millard Sutton of Cleveland, Tenn., sister, Mary Dell Kilgore of Cohutta, Ga.; and several nieces and nephews. Grandchildren, Lisa Lester, Linda Twig, Wanda Dennis and Kelly Smith and several great grandchildren. Visitation will begin following a special Dove Release at 4:30 p.m. Monday. Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Heath Colonial Chapel with the Rev. Larry Ring officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery in Athens, Tenn., on Wednesday. The family requests that memorials be made to the New Antioch Baptist Church.
Harmon Lester Glidewell
Harmon Lester Glidewell Sr., 76, of Paragould died Saturday, February 11, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Born in Jonesboro, he lived most of his life in Cash. He was a retired Farmer. Survivors include five sons, Harmon Glidewell Jr. and Michael Glidewell, both of Bono, David Glidewell of Jonesboro, James Glidewell of Pooler, Ga., and Jerry Glidewell of Black Rock; one daughter, Brenda Smith of Paragould; one sister, Dollie Moore of Corning; 15 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lena Mae Rucker Glidewell; one son, Terry Glidewell; his parents, William Henry and Iola Glidewell; five brothers; and two sisters. Active pallbearers are Dennis Glidewell, Paul Dement, Lavon Barnes, Earl Hunter, Brian Hunter, Jim Bryant and Andy Reid. Honorary pallbearers are Glen Hunter, Kenneth Gibson and Brent Gibson. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Unity Cemetery, with Roger Brand officiating. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
Lois Herrod
Lois Herrod, 87, of Paragould died Saturday, February 11, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist belief. Survivors include three daughters, Nelda Bromberg of Pensacola, Fla., and Opal Marlar and Mary Steele, both of Paragould; two sons, Charles Herrod of Bentonville and Jerry Herrod of Anchorage, Alaska; three sisters, Bonnie Keeling of Salem, Ressie Croom of Michigan and Joyce Phelps of Swartz Creek, Mich.; a brother, Charles Jacks of Dexter, Mo.; and 12 grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Herrod; a grandson, David Herrod; a granddaughter, Karena Morgan; parents, William and Martha Logan Jacks; and two sisters, Hazel Smith and Billie Jacks. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday in Heath Colonial Chapel. Burial will follow in Cardwell Cemetery.
Lloyd Edward Rickey
Lloyd Edward Rickey, 65, of O’Kean passed away Friday, February 10, 2006. Survivors include his mother, Zuma Rickey of Walnut Ridge; two sons, Darold Rickey of Andersonville, Tenn., and Tyson Rickey of Gary, Ind.; three grandchildren; four brothers, Charles Rickey of Walnut Ridge, Elston Rickey of Cherokee Village, Nelbert Rickey of Pocahontas and Joseph Rickey of Valley Center, Kan.; and four sisters, Margie Gentry of Walnut Ridge, Elba Stanley of Springdale, Melba Watts of Huntsville and Thea Hughes of Cabot. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Bryan Funeral Home. Interment will be in Jones-Ridge Cemetery at Delaplaine under the direction of Bryan Funeral Home of Hoxie. Visitation will be from 5-8:30 p.m. today.
Marjorie Tinker Key
Marjorie Tinker Key, 88, of Paragould died Friday, February 11, 2006 at her residence. She was born on January 10, 1918, in Sevierville, TN, the daughter of Blain and Litha Mae McMahan TInker. She was a homemaker and a member of the New Antioch Baptist Church and a life member of the Flat River, Michigan # 156 Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Key was preceded in death by her husband, James Mitchell Key; parents, Blain and Litha Mae McMahan Tinker; sons, Wayne and Curtis Key. Survivors include her daughter, Betty Jo Carr of Paragould; brothers, Wallace Sutton of Cohutta, Ga. and Millard Sutton of Cleveland, TN; sister, Mary Dell Kilgore of Cohutta, Ga.; several nieces and nephews; grandchildren, Lisa Lester, Linda Twig, Wanda Dennis, and Kelly Smith and several great grandchildren. Visitaiton will begin following a special Dove Release at 4:30 p.m. Monday. Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Larry Ring officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery in Athens, TN on Wednesday. The family requests that memorials be made to the New Antioch Baptist Church.
Lois Herrod
Lois Herrod, 87, of Paragould died Saturday, February 11, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was a homemaker and of Baptist belief. Survivors include 3 daughters, Nelda Bromberg, Pensacola, Fl, Opal Marlar and Mary Steele, Paragould; 2 sons, Charles Herrod, Bentnville, AR and Jerry Herrod, Anchorage, Alaska; 3 sisters, Bonnie Reeling, Salem, AR, Ressie Croom, Michigan, Joyce Phelps, Swartz Creek, MI; a brother, Charles Dextor, Mo.; 12 grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Herrod, a grandson, David Herrod, a granddaughter, Karena Morgan, parents, William and Martha Logan Jacks, 2 sisters, Hazel Smith and Billie Jacks. Visitation will be this eveing at Heath Colonial Chapel from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Heath Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Cardwell Cemetery.
Janet Wilson McCullar
Janet Wilson McCullar, 89, of Paragould died Sunday, February 12, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Born Jan. 7, 1917, in Cardwell, Mo., she retired from General Motors and was a Baptist. Survivors include her husband, Howard McCullar of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Ernest D. and Judy C. Johnston of Paragould; two grandchildren, Brent E. Johnston and Julie M. Whitney; and two great-grandchildren, Jennifer M. Whitney and Jonathan D. Whitney. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Dennis Scudder officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home. To sign an online register book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com
Almaree Farmer
Almaree Farmer, 84, of Jonesboro, formerly of Marmaduke, died Sunday, February 12, 2006, at Rose SkilCare Nursing Home in Jonesboro. She was born July 22, 1921, in Tipperary, the daughter of the late Alvin Holifield and Laura Allyn Holifield. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Ermalee Carter. She was a homemaker and a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Marmaduke. She is survived by her husband, Wade Farmer of Marmaduke; daughters, Peggy Carroll of Marmaduke and Dorothea Turner of Sedalia, Mo.; sister, Kathleen Mobley of Tulsa, Okla.; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. today at Heath Colonial Chapel, with the Rev. Kim Bridges officiating. Burial will follow in Hartsoe Cemetery at Marmaduke. Pallbearers are Russell Carroll, Darrell Carroll, Eugene Carroll, Tony Snyder, Jason Farmer, Jeremy Farmer, and Justin Snyder.
John Winford Stanfill
John Winford Stanfill, 77, died Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at UAMS in Little Rock. He was born, February 28, 1928, in Missouri. He was a retired, self-employed truck driver and of the Baptist faith. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mamie Stanfill; a son, Terry Stanfill; granddaughter, Jill Garrett; sister, Mary Jane Stanfill; and brothers, Delford Dillon, Delmer Dillon, Jerry, Floyd and Fred Stanfill. Survivors are his wife of 60 years, Rose Marie Wilcox Stanfill of Paragould; daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Doyne Garrett, Peggy and Mike Woodside; a son and daughter-in-law, Winford and Rita Stanfill all of Paragould; granddaughters and their spouses, Niki and Jamie Martin, Wendy and Keith Hampton and Autum and Brian Hicks all of Paragould; grandsons Matthew Woodside and his wife, Amy, of Harrisburg, Grant Woodside of Jonesboro, Tony Woodside of Fayetteville, Chad Garrett of Nashville, Tenn,, and Andrew Gander of Paragould; great-granddaughters, Lyndi Reese Martin and Emily and Brooke Hampton; two great-grandsons, Caleb and Jacob Woodside; sisters Eunice Standley of Cardwell, Mo. and Dorothy Walker of Paragould; and a host of other friends and relatives. Visitation will be from 6-9 tonight at Heath Funeral Home. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Heath Colonial Chapel with his grandson, the Rev. Matthew Woodside and the Rev. Dennis Scudder officiating. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery. Memorials may be made to UAMS, the American Cancer Society, or St. Jude's Hospital.
Roger Allen Boone
Roger Allen Boone, 59, of Paragould was born Nov. 10, 1946, in Paragould and departed this life on February 14, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was a car detailer at B & B Motors and of the Baptist faith. Survivors are his mother, Gracie Davis; one daughter, Melanie Gassaway; two brothers, Keith Boone and Mike Boone; one sister, Patricia Spillman; and special friend, Elaine Walker, all of Paragould. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Layton Gassaway and Jagr Garner; a special aunt, Becky Boone, and cousins of St. Louis; a cousin, Fred Boone of Birmingham, Ala.; several nieces and nephews and lots of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Rollen Boone. Services will be at 1 p.m. today at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould with Herbert Starr officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Mount Zion Cemetery with Lester Bates, Jim Bates, Frankie Dees, Jimmy Langston, Dale DeHart, Ronnie Spillman and Robert Bourn serving as pallbearers. To sign an online guestbook, please go to www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com
Malichi 'Chicken' Bryant
Moud Malichi "Chicken" Bryant, 81, of Beech Grove, died Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at his residence. Born June 9, 1924, in Caraway, he was a retired farmer, welder and mechanic. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Marie Bryant of the home; four sons, Leland Bryant of Paragould, Ronnie Bryant of Maynard, Keith Bryant and Milton Bryant, both of Beech Grove; three daughters, Laura Loveall of Paragould, Ella Varner of Delaplaine and Brenda Walker of Light. He is also survived by one brother, Vernon Bryant of Grand Blanc, Mich.; one sister, Dorothy Ivie of Paragould; four half-brothers, Jim Bryant and Don Bryant, both of Light, Danny Bryant and Delbert Bryant, both of Black Rock; one half-sister, June Pickney of Black Rock; one stepsister, Billie Sue Neal; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvie and Dora Bryant; and by three brothers. Funeral services will be Friday, 10:30 a.m., at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould with L. R. Smith officiating. Burial will be in Moore Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. today at Mitchell Funeral Home. To sign an online guest book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Elzworth Gray
Elzworth Marion Gray, 82, of Paragould died Friday, Feb. 17, 2006, at his residence. Born Nov. 18, 1923, in Beech Grove, he was an Army veteran of World War II. A member of Grace United General Baptist Church, Mr. Gray retired from Dollins Furniture and was a former custodian at Oak Grove School. Survivors include his wife, Rosetta Mae Gray of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Debra Gray; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and Jimmy White and Carolyn and Leslie Ashby. He is also survived by five brothers, Athern Gray, Curt Gray, Chester Gray, Bobby Gray, and Homer Gray; one sister, Thalia Lee; nine grandchildren, Brian Gray, Lisa Gray, Christopher Gray, Chad White, Jonathan White, Tracy White, Carie Cox, Stacy Cox and Shannon Ashby; and by 13 great-grandchildren. All survivors live in Paragould. Mr. Gray was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Frances Gray; one brother, Bill Gray; and one sister, Ellen Gray. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Sunday at Mitchell Funeral Home in Paragould. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel, with Royce Schanda officiating. Burial will follow in the Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Chad White, Jonathan White, Tracy White, Brian Gray, Chris Gray, and Shannon Ashby will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Jonathan Smith, Casey Cox, and Billy Lively. To sign an online guest book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com.
Revalee Hurd Burton
Revalee Hurd Burton, 80, of Jonesboro, died Friday evening, February 17, 2006 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. She was born in Paragould and had lived in Jonesboro more than 40 years, moving here from Dickson, Tenn. She was a retired sales manager for World Book Encyclopedia and was a member of Southwest Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents Elgin and Mary Martha Hurd. Survivors include her husband, E. Winston Burton of the home; a daughter, Kay Moore of Dickson; two sons, Keith Burton of Houston, Texas, and Phil Burton of Jonesboro; two sisters, Laverne Hurd of Salem and Jan Dukes of Dadeville, Ala.; seven grandchildren, Rodney Burton, Sarah Spencer, Kristen Burton, Jan Humphries, Michael Fields, Bill Burton and Bart Burton; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 p.m. Monday at Emerson Memorial Chapel, with Jimmy Adcox and Richard Akins officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be the grandsons and son-in-law Wendell Moore and great-grandson Ryan Honea. Honorary pallbearers include members of the New Horizons and Faith Builders Sunday School classes from Southwest Church of Christ. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. today at Emerson Funeral Home. For lasting memorials, the family asks that consideration be given to Southwest Church of Christ, 1601 James Street, Jonesboro 72401. To view an online video, or sign guestbook, go to www.emersonfuneralhomecom.
Pauline Frances Taylor
Pauline Frances "Polly" Taylor, 81, of Paragould died Saturday, February 18, 2006 at her residence. She was born on May 11, 1924, in Cardwell, Mo., the daughter of the late J.R. and Artie Reeves. She was a homemaker and of the Methodist belief. She was also preceded in death by her children, Carolyn Jane, Lanny Steven and Tommy Ray; great-granddaughter, Stephanie Ann Wright; son-in-law, Gary Wright; six brothers; and a sister. Survivors include her husband, Thomas L. Taylor; daughter, Frances Wright, son and daughter-in-law, Terry A. and Tracie Taylor, all of Paragould; daughter-in-law, Barb Taylor of Alvin, Texas; grandchildren, Steve and Kim Wright of Paragould, Ricky Taylor of Alvin, Texas, Stacy and Ken Rettig of Temperance, Mich., Debbie and Gary Trappe and Denise Taylor, all of Alvin, Joseph and Leia Taylor and Tera and Lloyd Clayton II, all of Paragould; six great-grandchildren; brother, Joe Reeves of Paragould; sisters, Betty McDaniel of Paragould and Inetta Way and Elean Meek, both of St. Louis. The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Monday at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with the Rev. Junior Vester officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Paragould. Pallbearers are Danny Reeves, Marc Reeves, Kim Reeves, Ronnie Barrow, Darrell Wayne Taylor and Mike Taylor.
James Rufus Conger
James Rufus Conger, 91, of Paragould, died Saturday, February 18, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was a farmer and a member of Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include his wife, Mildred; son, Donnie Conger of Paragould; daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Lowell Eaton of Paragould; sisters, Luvine Hass of Marmaduke and Alta Wheatley and Della Brewer, both of California; two grandsons; and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1-1:45 p.m. today. Services will begin at 1:45 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Hartsoe Cemetery.
Sandra Larae Helms
Sandra Larae Helms, 62, of Paragould died Sunday, February 19, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was born Sept. 26, 1943, in Monette, the daughter of Claud and Nina Milligan Barlow. She was a member of Seventh and Mueller Church of Christ and retired from Monroe Auto Equipment. Survivors include her husband, Mike of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Ginger and Steve Hyde and Mandy and Tim Wilcox; mother and stepfather, Nina and Troy Barlow; grandchildren, Allyson Wilcox, Brittany Hyde and Andrew Hyde, all of Paragould. She was preceded in death by her father, Claud Barlow; daughter, Michelle James; and sisters, Louise Holland and Claudette Barlow. The family will receive friends from 6:30-9 p.m. today at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with Larry McFadden officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Children's Home of Paragould or the Wee Care Ministry at Seventh and Mueller Church of Christ.
Mitchell Stephen Kellim Sr.
Mitchell Stephen Kellim Sr., 54, of Paragould died Saturday, February 18, 2006 at St. Bernard's Medical Center. Survivors include his mother, Ruth Kellim of Jonesboro, sons, Mitch (Crystal) Kellim and Sean (Kristie) Kellim, all of Paragould; daughters, Tammy Kellim of Paragould and Kristina (Scott) Berry of Jonesboro; grandchildren, Jazmine, Preston, Kirsten, Landen, Jordan, Madison and Stephen; brothers, Mike (Linda) Kellim of Jonesboro and Gene Kellim of Paragould. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Heath Funeral Home. Services will be private for the family. Memorials may be made to the Mitchell Kellim Funeral Fund.
Roger Newman
Roger Dale Newman, 50, of Paragould died Sunday, February 19, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. He was born Feb. 19, 1956, and was employed as a supervisor with American Railcar Incorporated. He is survived by his wife, Lorene Newman; sons, Rodney and Bob Newman; parents, George and Lois Cooksey Newman; and sister, Rita Goebel, all of Paragould; brothers, Robert Newman of Paragould and Allen Newman of Florida; and one granddaughter, Dixie Newman. Roger is preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Sarah Newman and Chester and Edna Cooksey. Visitation will be from 6:30-9 tonight at Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with the Rev. Bill Newman officiating. Burial will follow at Hosea Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clay Hardin, Jim McEntyre, Gary Huckabee, Frankie Russell, Joe Russell, Raymond Russell and Rick Newman.
Lloyd Joseph Reddick
Lloyd Joseph Reddick, 78, of Jonesboro died Feb. 20, 2006, at St. Bernard's Medical Center. He was born in Paragould and had lived in Jonesboro since 1973. He was formerly of Pine Bluff. He was a retired road master for Cotton Belt Railroad where he worked for 32 years. He was an elder for 27 years and member of Nettleton Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Janie Rippy Reddick; and one sister, Emma Jean Reddick. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine Reddick of the home; one son, Dr. Eddie Joe Reddick of Nashville, Tenn.; one daughter, Debbie Kemper of Searcy; six grandchildren, Lance Kemper, Daniel Kemper, Jill Kemper, Amy Kemper, Kimberly Parker, and Neely Ciarcia; and two great-grandchildren, Amelie Ciarcia and Briley Kemper. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Emerson Memorial Chapel with Jimmy Young and G.W. Allison officiating. Burial will follow in Woodland Heights Cemetery in Rector. Active pallbearers will be Lance Kemper, Daniel Kemper, Greg Kemper, Dennis Gregory, George Penter, and Charlie Onstead. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Nettleton Church of Christ. Visitation will be be held from 5-7 this evening at Emerson Funeral Home. To view an online video or to sign the guestbook, go to www.emersonfuneralhome.com
Ava Joan Faulkner Wilson
Ava Joan Faulkner Wilson, age 67, of Plumerville passed away Sunday, February 19, 2006. She was born Sept. 9, 1938, in Greene County, the daughter of Earl and Dixie Welch Faulkner. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, Eastern Star Chapter 414, and N.A.R.F.E. Survivors include her husband, Earl Wayne Wilson; son, Tom Wilson of Conway; daughters, Wynn Madeja and husband Peter of Villanova, Penn., and Jo Layne Wilson of Plumerville; brothers, Pat Faulkner of Sebring, Fla., and Charles Faulkner of Rolla, Mo.; sister, Eddie Faye Brown of North Little Rock; granddaughters, Davis Madeja and Lainey Wilson; and daughter-in-law, Laura Wilson. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Friendship Baptist Church in Conway, by the Rev. Ken Jordan and Bro. Will Russell. Burial will be at Union Grove Cemetery near Paragould by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. The family will receive friends from 6-7 tonight at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Friendship Baptist Church, 767 Rocky Point Road, Conway 72032 or to the Garland Order of Eastern Star Chapter 414, Attn: Maxine Sigler, 63 Tyler, Oppelo 72110.
Kansas “Kay” Jackson
Kansas “Kay” Jackson, 88 of Paragould died February 20, 2006 at the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. Mrs. Jackson was born on January 28, 1918 in Goobertown, Arkansas. She was a former sales clerk with Higgins Jewelry and a member of the East Side Baptist Church. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Richard “Dicky” and Kay Jackson of Paragould; one daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Michael King of Marion, Arkansas; one brother, Harlan Barron of Gainesville, Arkansas; four sisters, Ethel Lee Sims of St. Louis, Missouri; three grandchildren, Pam Jackson of Kansas City, Kansas, Richard Jackson of Paragould and Greg Linsky of Forest City, North Carolina and three great grandchildren. Mrs. Jackson was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Jackson; two sisters, Norma Jean Barron and Lola V. Highfill and her parents, Joe and Martha Barron. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould with Bro. Dennis Scudder officiating. Burial will follow in the Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Mitchell Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to East Side Baptist Church. To sign an online guest book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.
Norman Walter Garver
Norman Walter Garver, 86, the son of the late Gustav and Pauline Rauhut Garver and adored husband of Billie Fern Pylant Garver, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at Arkansas Methodist Hospital in Paragould after a short illness. He was father to Gloria Adele Horwath of Chicago, Bette Jean Huet of Northport, Alabama and Ann Evelyn DeStefano of Sugarland, Texas. He was grandfather to Dana Becker and Amy Hokanson of the Chicago area, and to James, Roxanne and Bridget DeStefano of Sugarland, Texas. He was a great-grandfather to Julian Becker and Nathan and Madelynn Hokanson of Chicago area and father-in-law to Patrick Huet and Jim DeStefano. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be at his home (890 CR 530 Leachville) on Friday, February 24, and Saturday, February 25, after 11 a.m. Gregg Funeral Home of Monette is in charge of arrangements. Personal condolences may be sent to the Garver family at www.greggfunerals.com
Owen Bersel Davis
Owen Bersel Davis, 85, of Marmaduke, died Tuesday, February 21, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. Mr. Davis was born on July 16, 1920, in Walnut Ridge. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include his wife, Lois Davis of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Mary Davis of Light; six stepdaughters, Sharon Pillow, Helen Mitchell, and Jackie Tritch, all of Paragould, Donna Stow of Poplar Bluff, Mo., Charlotte Imler of Leachville and Rhonda Wells of Norfolk, England; three sisters, Estellen Goldman of Paragould, Mickie Andrews of Cave City and Virginia Moyers of Oregon; half brother, Darrell Davis of Pocahontas; half sisters, Jean Davis of Jonesboro and Sue Mitchell of Idaho; two grandchildren, Jackie and her husband Kevin Lang and Christy Hodge; one great-grandchild, Lauren Hodge, all of Paragould; 10 step-grandchildren; and 12 step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his first wife, Erma Davis; his parents, George and Arie Lee Davis; two brothers, Gus and Garland Davis; three sisters, Gladys Brown, Ava Bowman, and Lou Stokes; a half sister, Lou Hurt; and a stepmother, Lela Tankersley. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould with Bro. Sam Stewart officiating. Burial will follow in Herndon Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 tonight at Mitchell Funeral Home. Pallbearers will include Denny Stokes, Andy Stokes, Larry Davis, David Vines, Erick Stokes and Bruce Davis. To sign an online register book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com
Lillian Trice
Lillian Trice, 100, of Jonesboro, formerly of Paragould, died Tuesday, February 21, 2006, at Craighead Nursing Center in Jonesboro. She was a retired Greene County health nurse and a member of First United Methodist Church in Paragould. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Harlan Trice, and parents, A.B. and Nettie Coats Green. Lillian is survived by three nephews, Thomas E. Green of Beverly Hills, Fla., James W. Green of Hoxie, and Robert J. Green of Jonesboro; and a niece, Julia Ann Belk of Jonesboro. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Heath Colonial Chapel, with the Rev. Paul Dubar officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Saturday before the service. Pallbearers will be David Belk, Mark Belk, Jimmy Green, Bobby Green, Ric Wilcox and Joe D. Belk. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Paragould or the charity of giver's choice.
Barbara Lee Joplin
Barbara Lee Joplin, 71, of Paragould died Thursday, February 23, 2006 at her residence. Born April 15, 1934 in St. Louis, she lived in Paragould the past six months, and previously lived in Jonesboro for 36 years. She was a homemaker and a lifetime master of bridge. She was of the Catholic belief. Survivors include her husband, Richard Joplin of the home; daughter, Valerie R. Berry of Zephyrhills, Fla.; three sons, Jody B. Joplin of Jonesboro, Bradley R. Joplin of Paragould and Rodney L. Joplin of Arlington, Texas; sister, Peggy Pinkel of St. Louis; and two brothers, Jim Stroup of Baltimore, and Dale Stroup of Santa Ana, Calif. She was preceded in death by her father, James Stroup, and her mother, Helen Bohanon Wilkinson. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Monday in the Azalea Room of Gregg Funeral Home at Jonesboro. No services are scheduled. Personal condolences may be left for the Joplin family at www.greggfunerals.com.
Norma Hope Ladyman
Norma Hope Ladyman, 77, of Paragould, died Friday, February 23, 2006, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Born Nov. 23, 1928, in Paragould, Mrs. Ladyman retired from Wal-Mart after 20 years of service. She was a member of the Bethel Station Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, James R. Ladyman of the home; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Belinda and Gary Coleman of Paragould, Lorrie Lipe, and Jamie and Mel Gore, all of Portage, Ind.; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Dewane and Bill Hunter, Jesslyn Boozer, Cathy and Carrol Childress, all of Paragould; eight grandchildren, Jennifer Miller and husband Tom of Greer, S.C., Joshua Coleman of San Antonio, Jason Coleman and wife Laura of Paragould, Mallory, John, and Michael Gore, Casey and Carrie Lipe, all of Portage, Ind.; and one great-granddaughter, Jaden Hope Miller of Greer. Mrs. Ladyman was preceded in death by her father, Dewey Holifield; her mother, Ruth Cooper; her stepfather, J.R. Cooper; one son, Robert Earl Griggs; and one grandson, Justin E. Griggs. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould with Marc Reeves and Doyne Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 tonight at the Mitchell Funeral Home. Jeremy Kelley, John Hambrick, Chris Boozer, Zach Beliew, Marty McClung and Shane Boozer will serve as pallbearers. Memorials to Bethel Station Baptist Church Senior Sunday School Class would be appreciated. To sign an online register book, please visit www.mitchellfuneralhomes.com.
James Calvin Ellington
James Calvin Ellington, 59, of Paragould died February 27, 2006, in Barnes Jewish Hospital at St. Louis. Survivors include his wife, Renee; daughter, Kimbeerly Diane; mother Dorothy Ellington; brother, David Ellington; and sisters, Carol Robinson, Laura Moore and Lynn Rodrigues. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Friday in Harvey's Chapel Cemetery with Richard Atkins officiating.
Ercel Belle Mangrum
Ercel Belle Mangrum, 94, of Jonesboro died February 28, 2006, at Skill Care Nursing Center in Jonesboro. Born in Lorado, she lived in Jonesboro most of her life. She was retired from the lab department at St. Bernard's Medical Center and of the Pentecostal belief. She was preceded in death by her parents, Amos and Nettie Quinn House; three sisters, Mable Jumper, Lyla Hartley and Unice Maxfield; and three brothers, Jesse House, Armel House and Wayne House. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Tony M. and Joan House of Jonesboro; two sisters, Vida House of Eldon, Mo., and LaNae Heskett of St. Ann, Mo.; two grandchildren and their spouses, Brian House and Finance Christy Lancaster, and Bruce and Debbie House; and one great-granddaughter, Bridget House. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Emerson Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Steve Evans officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Cemetery in Bono. Active pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at Emerson Memorial Chapel. The family request that lasting memorials be made to the Tupelo Children's Mansion, P.O. Box 167, Tupelo, Miss. 38802.
Everett Bricen Cooper
Everett Bricen Cooper, 83, of Paragould passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2006, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born Aug. 24, 1922, in Tremble, Tenn. He was the best husband and father anyone could hope for. Everett is survived by his wife of 63 years, Oma Cooper of the home and nine children, Grady and Kaye Cooper, Keith and Mary Jo Cooper, Bruce and Teresa Cooper, Elaine and Stanley Clark, Vickie and Paul Hunt, Randy and Lola Cooper and Diane Cooper, all of Paragould, Cindy and Jeff Coleman of Ft. Mill, S.C., and Kevin Cooper of Dallas. He is also survived by his sisters, Agnes Blankenship of Paragould and Vivian Austin of Henrietta, Okla.; brothers, Vallie Cooper of Whitehall, Mich., and Grady Cooper of Kansas City, Mo.; 36 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today at Heath Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Friday in Morrow Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons.
Rolland Lee Spear Rolland Lee Spear, 70, Paragould, died Tuesday, February 28, 2006 in Paragould. He was a retired truck driver for Monroe Auto Equipment. Survivors include his daughters, Alexis Spear, of Paragould, and Tammy Jones of Needham; mother, Violet Ure of Searcy; brother Donald Spear of Judsonia; half brothers, Sanford Spear of Portage, Mich. Kenneth Spear, Cecil Paul Spear both of Benton Harbor, MICH., Kimberly Spear of Water Valet, MICH., Lisa Higginbotham of Southhaven, MICH.; and granddaughter, Holly Jones of Needham. He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Bryan Spear. Visitation will be held from 12-1 p.m. Saturday followed by a funeral service at Heath Colonial Chapel at 1:00 P.M. with the Reverend Todd Only officiating.
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