Frederick Lee Robinson

 

Frederick Lee Robinson, Jr., age 49, of Searcy, formerly of Paragould passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009, in an automobile accident near Beebe, AR.
Mr. Robinson was born August 4, 1960 in Osceola AR., to Faye and Frederick Lee Robinson Sr. who preceded him in death.
A 1978 graduate of Rivercrest High School and a 1982 graduate of Arkansas State University, he was a former coach, teacher and principal for the Greene County Tech School District and was of the Methodist Faith.

Mr. Robinson is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Jordon Robinson, and a son, Oliver Lee Robinson, of Paragould.

Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 5th at Ripley Memorial Gardens in Ripley Tennessee. A private viewing will be held on Sunday at Mitchell's Funeral Home in Paragould, Arkansas.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Johnnie T. Andrews

Johnnie Theodore Andrews, age 61, of Walnut Ridge passed away July 2, 2009, at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

He was born November 1, 1947, in Walnut Ridge, son of Johnnie and Charlene Noblin Andrews. He was a lifetime resident and farmer in Lawrence County and member of the Light Church of Christ. He was united in marriage to Kathy Whitmire on March 7, 1969.

He was preceded in death by his father and sister, Peggy Dacus.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy of the home, two sons, John and Kim Andrews and Jason and Charity Andrews, all of Walnut Ridge, mother, Charlene Andrews of Walnut Ridge, sister, Patsy Gwaltney of Hardy, six grandchildren, Tyler, Hayden, Savannah, Jacie, Zoey and Mikki, all of Walnut Ridge, mother-in-law, Evelyn Whitmire of Walnut Ridge, and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 6th in the Bryan Funeral Home Chapel.

Interment will be in the Mount Zion Cemetery near Walcott with Paul McFadden officiating.

Pallbearers are Greg Evans, Gary Henson, George Stallings, David Whitmire, Donnie Whitmire and Chris Whitmire.

Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday in the Bryan Funeral Home Chapel.


 

Stephanie Michelle Thomason

Stephanie Michelle Gray Thomason, age 34 of Paragould passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009 at White River Medical Center in Batesville. Stephanie was born March 8, 1975, she was a homemaker and a member of the New Life Temple Pentecostal Church.

Survivors include her husband, Clarence Thomason of the home, parents, Wilman and Sherry Gray of Paragould, brothers, Brandon Alexander Gray and Justin Heath Gray both of Paragould, paternal grandmother, Betty Gray of Paragould and several nieces and nephews and many friends.

Visitation will be Monday evening 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Graveside services will be July 7th at 3:00 p.m. at Linwood Cemetery with Rev. Jerry Hayes officiating.
Pallbearers will be Shane Markum, Tony Johnson, Isiah Van Don, Matt Turner, Vernon Ullrey, Todd Hagood, David and Jeremy Perry.
Honorary pallbearers, Michael and Jarrod Gray.
The family request memorials be made to Heath Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Allean Thompson

Allean Thompson, age 80, of Paragould passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Born April 14, 1929, in Craighead County, she had lived in Paragould since 1967.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Paragould, loved to garden and was a member of the Women’s Democratic League.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Thompson, a brother, Walter Lively, and a sister, Ida Lively.

She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Mack and Ella Van Thompson of Ash Flat, Richard “Dick” Thompson of Paragould, a sister, Edith Evans of Paragould, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 7th at Finch Cemetery with Craig Miller officiating. Emerson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Visitation will be 10:00 until11:00 a.m. Tuesday prior to services at Finch Baptist Church.

Active pallbearers will be Robert Speer, John Thompson, Tyler Thompson, Bruce Evans, Carroll Worley, and Alan Jenkins.


Online guestbook: Emerson Funeral Home

Maxy Crockett

Maxy “Max” Steven Winford Crockett, age 23, of Arkadelphia, formerly of Paragould, passed away July 4, 2009, at Bismarck, AR.

He was a talented artist who enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his early years he was a champion bull rider.

He was employed by CDI Contractors in Little Rock as a carpenter. He attended the First Baptist Church in Arkadelphia.

He is survived by his fianc`e, Lauren Elizabeth Byrd of Arkadelphia, father, Steven Floyd Crockett of Arkadelphia, mother, Tabbie Crockett of Paragould, sister, Morgan Crockett of Paragould, grandparents, Patsy and J.D. Yates of Jonesboro and Floyd “Dobe” Crockett of Arkadelphia, great-grandmother, Hazel Toombs of Paragould, special aunts and uncles, and a host of close family and friends.

Preceding him in death were his great-grandfather, Herman Toombs, and grandparents, Harvey “Pete” and R.B. Hale.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6 until 8 at Phillips Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. July 16th in the Center Hill Chapel at Phillips Funeral Home with Clay Cunningham and Wayne Faulkner officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Log Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Michael Sheppard, Michael Shultz, Bobbie Clayton, Brad Gates, Daniel Byrd and Justin Rogers.
Honorary pallbearers are Tim Janes, Trent Janes, Terry Janes, Jeff Bishop, Bob Bateman, Nick Morrison and Chris Morrison.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Memorial Fund set up at Regions Bank or Phillips Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Online guestbook: Phillips Funeral Home

Catherine Stone

 

Catherine Stone, age 91, of Memphis, passed away July 5, 2009, at her son’s home. Mrs. Stone was born May 9, 1915, she was a retired school teacher and a Christian.

Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Allan Stone of Mary Esther, FL., and Steve and Jean Stone of Memphis. She is also survived by one brother, Gary Wise of Paragould, one sister, Billie Roche of Dacula, GA., four grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. July 10th, at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Jason Noel officiating. The procession will leave Mitchell Funeral Home at 10:20 a.m.

Visitation will be held 9:00 until 10:15 a.m., prior to service at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Jewell Rae Butler

Jewell Rae Butler, age 79 of Harrison, AR., passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison.
The daughter of Oliver and Minnie Frances (Davis) Cannady, she was born December 18, 1929 in Light, AR.

She was a member of Jasper Church of Christ. She was a homemaker, loved her family - especially her grandchildren and enjoyed music and trivia.
Her parents preceded her in death, along with her first husband, Kenneth Book; her brother, James Cannady; and a stepson, Jim Butler.
Survivors are her husband, Ralph Butler of the home; her children, Andrea Spry and husband, Fred of Springdale, Greg Book and wife, Kathy of Royal, AR., Kevin Book and wife, Maureen of San Antonio, TX., and Donna Reyes and husband, Jose of Austin, TX., step-children, John Butler and wife, Donna of WI., Jerry Butler and wife, Sarah of Jasper, and Paulette Butler of WI.; sisters and brothers, Marietta Watson and husband, James of Cave City, Lacona Dickey of Harrison, and Art Cannady and wife, Beverly of Bella Vista; half-sister, Barbara Cunningham of Belen, N.M.; sister-in-law, Jean Cannady of Peel; step-father, Andrew Perry of Walnut Ridge, AR.; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be Friday, July 10, 2009 at Jasper Church of Christ with Phil Powers officiating. Honorary pallbearers, the church congregation.
Memorial donations may be made to the Jasper Church of Christ, P.O. Box 173, Jasper, Arkansas 72641.
Cremation and arrangements are being handled by Coffman Funeral Home in Harrison. Graveside memorial services will be August 22, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Walcott.

Online guestbook: Coffman Funeral Home

Reverend Henry Louis Stoll

 

Reverend Henry Louis Stoll, age 81, of Paragould, passed away July 6, 2008 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro.
Reverend Stoll was born March 20, 1928 in Memphis, TN., the son of the late Alfred and Laura Stoll. He was also preceded in death by his sons, Alfred John Stoll and Grant Richard Stoll, sister, Alfreda Jacobs and brother, Fred Stoll.
Reverend Stoll attended Lutheran Missouri Synod seminary in Springfield, IL., and pastored churches in Nebraska, Iowa and Arkansas. He later retired and joined Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Survivors include his wife: Ruth, of the home, sons: Paul Stoll of Millbury, MA., Mark Stoll of Paragould, grandchildren: Shannon, Brittany and Joseph Stoll.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, at Heath Funeral Home. His life will be celebrated at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 9th with Reverend Jon Bischof officiating.
Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Redeemer Lutheran Church, 829 W. Kingshighway, Paragould, AR. 72450.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Mary Ellen Turner

 

Mary Ellen Turner, age 82, of Marmaduke passed away July 6, 2009 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center, Jonesboro. Mary Ellen was born February 16, 1927.

She was proud of her Catholic faith. She was so loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was a wonderful cook who enjoyed hosting family gatherings. She was a compassionate, empathetic woman who lit up every room she entered. She has left her mark on this world as she leaves it.

She will be missed by her two sons, Gerald Lundberg and Joe Mercier, five daughters Patsy Lundberg, Mary Jo Stanislawski, Kathleen Sales, Vicky Gramling and Judy Turner, 23 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 9th in Pine Log Cemetery with Wynndell King officiating.

Visitation will be Wednesday evening 5:00 until 7:00 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.

Online guestbook: Roller Funeral Home

Maxine Elizabeth Walker
 

Maxine Elizabeth Nutt Gregson Walker, age 73, of Jackson, MS. passed away July 6, 2009.

Born June 11, 1936 in Greene County. Mrs. Walker was an administrative assistant. She was a member of Alta Woods United Methodist Church.

She leaves behind her husband, Fred Walker Jr. of the home, five children, Michael Gregson (Kathy) of Little Rock, Rhonda Dye of Searcy, Cheryl Westbrook of Morton, Miss., Vickie Carter (Darryle) of Memphis and Susan Turner (Carl) of Dexter, Ore., nine grandchildren, China LeMaire, Jason Armstrong, Jimmy Dye, Shawn Dye, John Dye, Billy Eames, Robert Eames, Jeff Smallwood (Tiffany) and Chris Osburn, five great-grandchildren, Steven Dye, Abigail Smallwood, Adrien Smallwood, Emily LeMaire and Haylie LeMaire, three stepsons, Mitch Walker (Maria), Joe Walker (Theresa) and Pete Walker (Marge), and two sisters, Betty Crawford of Paragould and Loretta Hilliard of Jonesboro.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert W. and Mildred Lamberth Nutt Jr.

Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Monday in Roller-Farmers Union Chapel with Ken Overton officiating. Burial will follow in Lorado Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include her grandsons.

Visitation will be held from 9 until11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Lasting memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City 73123-1718.

Online guestbook: Roller Funeral Home

Hattie Blanche Hosman

 

Hattie Blanche Blansett Hosman, age 96, of Paragould, formerly of Cardwell, MO, passed away July 7, 2009, at Greene Acres Nursing Home in Paragould. She was born in the Water Valley community near Ravenden Springs, AR, on September 29, 1912, to William Joseph and Sarah Jane Smith Blansett.

She graduated from high school at Pocahontas, AR. She was married to J.B. Hosman on August 11, 1939, and they lived most of their adult lives near Cardwell, MO. They had celebrated over 61 years of marriage when he preceded her in death in 2001.
She was a homemaker and worked at Belk’s in Paragould from 1966 to 1976. She was a long time member of the Cardwell First Baptist Church and for the past nine years, a member of East Side Baptist Church in Paragould. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over 70 years and was a past Worthy Matron of the Cardwell Chapter.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J. B. Hosman, her parents, three brothers and six sisters.
Survivors include one son, Vic Hosman, of Paragould, three nephews, Thurman Wells of Ravenden Springs, AR, Leon Blansett of Jefferson City, MO, Kenneth Rogers of League City, TX., and one niece, Mildred Statler of Columbia, MO.
Pallbearers will be Charles Nelson, Shad Rowe, Bruce Davis, Larry Davis, Allen Williams, and Norman Jameson.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. July 10, 2009, at the Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel in Paragould, with Dwight Harrison and Kelly Wright officiating.
Burial will be in the Cardwell Cemetery.
Anyone wishing to leave a lasting memorial may give to the Cardwell Cemetery Fund, PO Box 488, Cardwell, MO 63829, East Side Baptist Church, or the charity of their choice.


Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Linda May Breckenridge

 

Linda May Breckenridge, age 66 of Beech Grove passed away July 9, 2009 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center, Jonesboro.
Linda was born April 11, 1943, to the family of Albert and Ina Walker Harris. She was retired from Darling Store Fixtures and was a member of the Beech Grove Baptist Church.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Wesley, Russel, Bill and Doyle Harris.
Survivors include her husband, Dennis Breckenridge of the home, sons and daughter-in-law, Kevin Breckenridge of Beech Grove, Troy Breckenridge of Paragould and Lael and Teresa Breckenridge of Beech Grove, daughter and son-in-law, Lorrie and Shawn Rowlett of Paragould, sister, Wilma Strain of Coloma, MI., brothers and sister-in-law, Glen and Sheila Harris of Benton Harbor, MI., and Doyce Harris of Coloma, MI. Grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Kenny and J. D. Rowlett, Kristen, Ryan, Dustin, Josh, Heather and Lael, Jr Breckenridge. Great grandchildren, Gunner, Briley and Katie Jo Breckenridge.

Visitation will be Friday evening 6:00 until 9:00 at the Heath Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 11th, 1:00 p.m. at the Beech Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Eric Newberry officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be her honorary sons, Lael Breckenridge, Jr., Edward Saffell, Rodney Lanier, Michael Manuel, Anthony Baird and Lance Winford. Honorary pallbearers will be Josh, Dustin and Ryan Breckenridge and Shawn Rowlett. The family requests memorials be made to the Beech Grove Baptist Church or St. Bernard's Medical Center.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Marie Duez Phelps

 

Marie Duez Phelps, age 51, of Paragould, passed away July 10, 2009 at N.E.A. Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro.
She was born January 19, 1958 in France and had lived in Paragould for 10 years, moving there from Jonesboro. She was a homemaker and of the Catholic belief.

She was preceded in death by her father, Leon Duez.

Marie is survived by her husband Chris Phelps of the home, son Scotty Phelps of Jonesboro, daughter, Christina Phelps of Paragould, mother, Marguerite Henderson of Jonesboro, one brother, Robert Duez of Batesville,
two sisters, Alma Lassiter of Wichita, KS. and Flora Lassiter of San Antonia, TX., three grandchildren, Daniel, Hunter and Marguerite Phelps.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening 5 until 7 p.m. at Emerson Funeral Home of Jonesboro.

All other services will be private, with Emerson Funeral Home of Jonesboro in charge.

Online guestbook: Emerson Funeral Home

Joan Ann Stevens

Joan Ann Strope Stevens, age 66, of Paragould passed away July 10, 2009, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center at Jonesboro.

Mrs. Stevens was born May 30, 1943, at Paragould, she was a member of the Fairview Baptist Church and a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, James Stevens of the home, three sons, Michael (Beth) Stevens of Marion, Tony (Valerie) Stevens of Beebe and Kelly Stevens of Paragould, one daughter, Margie (Mitch) Watwood of Paragould, four brothers, four sisters, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Stevens was preceded in death by one son, Jeffery Scott Stevens.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. July 14th in Finch Baptist Church with Dennis Strope officiating. Burial will follow in Finch Cemetery.

Visitation for friends will be Monday evening 6 until 9 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will include Kenny Hall Jr., Bobby Hall, Kevin Bayird, Mitch Watwood, Kenny Hall Sr. and Roger Morgan.
Honorary pallbearers will include Larry Joe Morrow, William Colson and Chad Lung.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Jennifer Renee Ward

Jennifer Renee Ward, age 36, of Paragould passed away July 11, 2009 at her home.

Jennifer was a homemaker and member of Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was born July 5, 1973, at Paragould.

Survivors include her husband, Jeremy Ward of the home, mother, Judy Hill, biological father, Robert Long, adoptive father, David Hill, sisters, Carrie Pitcher, all of Paragould, and Chelsea Wyatt of Jonesboro, grandparents, Martha D. Wilson, Betty and Bob Hays and Kenny Long, uncles, Danny Wilson and Gary Long, aunts, Sharon Stevens, Colleen Gibson and Susan Gramling, cousins, Nikki and Jeremy Long, Jaime Richey, Michael Robert Long, Trevor and Kayla Gramling, Ben Gramling, Camden Gramling, Todd Wilson, Michael Wilson, Brian Stevens, Justin Gibson and Michelle Wilson, nieces, Alexis Smith and Abigail Pitcher, and dog, Priszilla.

Her uncle, Michael Long, grandpa, Clois Wilson, aunt, Charlotte Dickson, and cat, Tiger, preceded her in death.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6 until 8 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home.

Family and friends will gather in Woodland Heights Cemetery at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 15th for a graveside service with Tim Blankenship officiating.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Charles William Clatfelter

Charles William Clatfelter, age 83, of Marmaduke passed away July 11, 2009, at Evergreen Health Care in Rector. Clatfelter was born April 11, 1926, in Marshall, IL., to Paul and Nona Clatfelter. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a World War II veteran.


He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Thomas Clatfelter; and a sister, Mary Etta Brown.

Suviviors include his wife, Linda Clatfelter of the home, seven children, Peggy, David and Daniel Clatfelter all of Marmaduke, Penny Smith and Ben Clatfelter of Paragould, Billy Clatfelter of Omaha, NE., and Sandra Sanders of Rector; a sister, Dolores Harris of Palm Springs, CA., seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

There are no services planned.

Online guestbook: Phillips Funeral Home

Tonya Burrow

Tonya Burrow, age 69, of Jonesboro, passed away July 12, 2009, at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center. She was born June 10, 1940 in Hiawatha KS. to Charles and Wilhelmine Hardy Nelson. Mrs. Burrow was a homemaker, and was a past president and a member of the VFW Ladies Auxillary for 30 years. She was also a member of New Haven First United Methodist Church.

She leaves behind her loving husband of 50 years, Charles Burrow of the home, a son, Ramon Burrow of Paragould, a daughter, Connie McCamey of Jonesboro, and two grandchildren, Whitley Burrow and Jesse Burrow both of Paragould.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services and burial will be held July 14th beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Paragould, with Kit Carson officiating. No visitation is planned.

Online guest book: Roller Funeral Home

Wayland Crafton

Wayland Crafton, age 75, Paragould, passed away at his home July 13, 2009. He was born July 14, 1933, in Paragould, to the late Robert and Ester Lee Birkhahn Crafton. His grandson, Park Taylor Crafton and two brothers, Twain and Clifton Crafton also precede him in death.

He was reared and received his early education at Lakeside and Greene County Tech. He served two years in the Army in Germany. On his return, he married Shelba Jean Tarry on July 31, 1955, in Paragould. He received his degree from Arkansas State University and then joined Wyeth Pharmaceuticals in 1961. He retired in 1997. He and his family moved to West Memphis and Little Rock. He had a love for sailing. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Paragould where he served as Usher Coordinator, Assistant Sunday School Director and Deacon.

His survivors include his wife of 54 years, Shelba Jean Tarry Crafton, children: Ted and Janet Crafton Goodlin of Highlands Ranch, CO., and Timothy Glenn and Sheila Crafton of Jonesboro, sisters: Carol Eaton of Fayetteville and Luetta Crafton of Paragould, brother, Wayne Crafton of Paragould, grandchildren: Tarry Crafton, Garrett Goodlin, Jordan Greenway, Kate Hensley, Brian Greenway, great grandchildren: Zoie and Zeke Hensley and Michael Greenway.

 The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, 6 until 8 at Heath Funeral Home.
His life will be celebrated July 15th at 1:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Paragould with Dr. Bill Steeger officiating.
Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of First Baptist Church, 120 North 3rd Street, Paragould, AR 72450.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Rava Nell White

 

Rava Nell White, age 77, of Paragould passed away July 13, 2009 at her residence. She was born August 4, 1931 in Hollywood, MO. A retiree of Emerson Electric Company in Paragould, she was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church and a member of the Pink Ladies Auxiliary at Arkansas Methodist Hospital.
Rava Nell was preceded in death by her parents, Horace Haywood and Alpha Omega Langston Stokes and by a grandson, Michael Wayne Golden.

She is survived by her husband William Wayne White of the home, daughters and sons-in-law, Bonita and Donald Edgin, Diane and Mike Robinson of Paragould, one sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Bill Vangilder of Rector, grandson, Kristian Lee Davenport of Austin, AR., serving in Afghanistan, granddaughter, Mattie Elizabeth Robinson of Paragould, step grandchildren, Houston and Nevada Edgin , and step great grandchildren, Nataly and Hayden Edgin all of Paragould.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. July 15th at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Reverends Bob Ivy and Dave White officiating. Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6 until 8 p.m. at Heath Funeral home.

Pallbearers will be: Ricky White, Dennis White, Danny White, Harvey Joe Stokes, Curtis Loar, Eric Clayton. Honorary Pallbearers: Spencer Gramling, Men of New Liberty Baptist Church, and Drew White.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Robert Burk

Robert Burk, age 67, of Paragould passed away July 13, 2009, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro.

Mr. Burk was born on April 18, 1942, in Peach Orchard. He was retired from Farm Service in Knobel where he drove a fertilizer truck. He enjoyed fishing, baseball and farming.

Survivors are seven children, Ella Rapert of Corning, Albert Burk of Beach Grove, Ann Meyer of Doniphan, Mo., John Burk of Brookland, Pam Janie Williams of Corning, Roy Burk of Paragould and Crystal Rapert of Stonewall; 17 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eulice and Flora Burk; two brothers; one sister; and two grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. today at Ermert Funeral Home in Corning. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Ermert Funeral Home. Burial will be at Pirtle Cemetery in Peach Orchard.



 

George Junior Pickney

George Junior Pickney, age 84, of Paragould passed away July 14, 2009 at his residence. He was born August 6, 1924. He was a World War II Veteran and a member of Seventh and Mueller Church of Christ.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Exhavior and Effie Pickney; brothers, Jess, Henry, Richard, and Everett Pickney; and sister Vinnie Brewer.

Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Thelma Pickney of the home; daughters, Judy and Nancy Pickney of Hot Springs; son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Ann Pickney of Paragould; two grandsons, Grant and Jared Pickney; two great grandsons, Dalton and Logan Pickney all of Paragould; and several neices, nephews, and friends.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. July 17th at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Michael Cox , Jared Pickney, and Larry McFadden officiating. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Thursday evening 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Children's Home of Paragould.

Pallbearers: Grant and Jared Pickney, Jim Howard, Darrell Dickson, Jerry and Don Carlile.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Prentice A. Jones

 

Prentice A. Jones, age 77, of Paragould, passed away July 17, 2009, at Advanced Care Hospital of White County in Searcy.
Mr. Jones was born November 22, 1931 in Marmaduke. He retired from the Air Force. An electrician and owner of Jones Motor Repair, he was of the Methodist faith.

Survivors include his wife, Wilma Jean Jones of the home, daughter, Donna Jones of Memphis, TN., and sister, Floy Jones of Paragould.

Graveside services will be July 20th, at 2:00 p.m., Linwood Cemetery with Eddie Spears and Gary Thompson officiating.
Visitation will be Sunday evening, 6:00 until 9:00 at Mitchell Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Gary Napier, Tim Napier, John Smith, Jerry Edrington, Kenny Jones, and Jeremy Ewing.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Avery G. Smith

Avery G. Smith, age 68 of Columbia, MO., formerly of Paragould, passed away July 17, 2009 at the Harry S. Truman V.A. Hospital in Columbia. Mr. Smith was born March 9, 1941, he graduated from Paragould High School in 1959 and was in the Air Force for four years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Paragould.

Survivors include, half brothers, Jerry Smith of Macomb, IL., Dub Dawson of Paragould, and half sister, Betty Brown of Springdale, AR.

Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents, Jewel and Homer Smith and half brother, Robert E. Smith.

Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. July 22nd at Linwood Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
Family and friends will meet at the cemetery. Mitchell Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Billy Mack Williams

Billy Mack Williams, age 84, of La Verne, CA., passed away July 17, 2009.

Bill was born January 6, 1925, in Greene County, grew up in Jonesboro and attended Arkansas State University.

Bill made his home in La Verne for the past 62 years. Bill was the owner of Bill M. Williams Insurance Agency, served as chairman of the La Verne Planning Commission in the 1960s and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Bill was a member of White Avenue Baptist Church for more than 60 years and was the recipient of numerous awards and honors for his service to the city of La Verne.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Marja; his sons and their wives, Doug and Mary of Stockton, CA., Lindsey and Jacque of Chino Hills, CA., and David of La Verne; sisters, Betty (Mrs. Atwood) Bell of Jonesboro and Mrs. Ann Lorraine Cushing of Portland, OR.; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Bertha Williams and brother, Gene.

Visitation will be Thursday in Todd Memorial Chapel in Pomona, Calif.

Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. today in White Avenue Baptist Church, 675 South White Ave., Pomona. Graveside services will follow in La Verne Cemetery, 3201 B St.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Bill Williams Memorial Fund in care of White Avenue Baptist Church.

A reception will be held at the church after services.
 

Johnnie Andrew Ward

 

Johnnie Andrew Ward, age 89, of Paragould passed away July 18, 2009 at his residence. He was born September 17, 1919 in Heber Springs, AR. He was retired from Monroe Auto Equipment Co. He was of Pentecostal faith.
Survivors include three daughters, Glenda Rogers, Brenda French, and Reda Seal all of Paragould, one brother, Amos ward, of MI., two nieces, Cleva Arterbery, and Nelda Williams of Paragould, five grandchildren, Ronda Slatton, Terry Rogers, Alicia French, Kevin French, and Chantelle Hubbard, and seven great-grandchildren.

Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents Willie and Mary Goff Ward, his wife Lillian Warren Ward, four brothers, Robert, Barney, Lonnie, and Bill Ward, and one sister, Nora Seay.

Pallbearers will be, Brandon Slatton, Brent Slatton, Bro. Donnie Slatton, Roger Ward, David Rogers, and Steve Goins.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. July 21st, at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Dave White officiating.
Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Monday evening 6 until 8 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the organization of donor’s choice.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Robert Markin

Robert “Bobby” Markin passed from this life July 19, 2009 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould. He is now absent from the body, but present with his Lord. He attended Calvary Full Gospel Church in Cardwell, MO.
Bobby was born August 24, 1937 near Monette, AR. to Olgia Mae Markin who passed away when he was very young. He was raised by his grandparents, James Thomas and Ola Pearl Markin and later by Junior and Evelyn Markin of Monette.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and an uncle J.T. Markin of MI.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 45 years, Belinda Gibson Markin of the home. He is also survived by a brother, Steve Markin of Paragould; three sisters, Janiece Robbins and Marla Lewis of Jonesboro and Pam Littlefield of Bentonville. Bobby also left behind a large extended family of brothers-in-law, sisters-in law, many loving nieces, nephews and cousins who will greatly miss him.

Bobby served in the United States Army as a Military Police during the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. He was a selfemployed used auto dealer for many years both in St. Louis, MO and Paragould, AR. He was a kind, gentle, and generous man with a great sense of humor. He drove many miles over the past few years as he visited with friends, relatives, and elderly people who loved him. Many will remember him as the “toothpick man” because he almost always had a toothpick in his mouth and a smile on his face.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening, July 21st from 6 until 9 at Mitchell Funeral Home in Paragould. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 22nd, at 1:30 pm at Calvary Full Gospel Church in Cardwell, MO, with Mitchell Funeral Home in charge. Pastor Leland Dement will conduct the service with the assistance of Rev. Hank Deslatte and Rev. Terry Miller. Interment will be at McGrew Cemetery in Senath, MO.

Serving as active pallbearers will be Steve Markin, Lonnie Gibson, Jr., Bach McAteer, Alex McAteer, Allen McAteer, Tony Elias, Kyle Brown, Matthew Davidson, Chad Robbins, Blake McFarlin, Josh Markin and Steve Gibson.

Honorary pallbearers will be Leon Brinkley, Karry Davis, Jim Owens, Doyle Johnson, Raymond Miller, Doyn Shaw, Joe Vangilder, Lester Bates, Doye Bayird, Terry Johnson and Archie Johnson.

Lasting memorials may be sent to McGrew Cemetery in care of Senath State Bank, PO Box 790, Senath, MO 63876.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Dr. Luther L. Petty

Dr. Luther Lavern Petty, age 86, of Pocahontas, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009.

He was born May 16, 1923, at Paragould to the late James and Nellie Petty.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Petty of the home; daughter, Karen Petty of Welland, Ontario, Canada; sons, Mike Petty of Batesville and Bob Petty of Paragould; 10 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Dr. Petty founded the Church of God United Sabbath Association.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 22nd in Randolph Memorial Gardens with Ben Coulson officiating.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening 5 until 7 in McNabb Funeral Home Chapel.

 

Shirley Jean Page

Shirley Jean Page, age 67, of Brookland (formerly of Marmaduke) passed away July 21, 2009, at St. Bernard’s Hospital.

Mrs. Page was born June 22, 1942, to the late Claude and Opal (Barnett) Carter in OK.

In addition to her parents, Page was preceded in death by two brothers, Michael and Darrell Carter.

Mrs. Page is survived by her husband, Glen Page; five sons, Glen Page of Lafe, Gary and LaDonna Page of Marmaduke, Randy and Mary Page of Brookland, James and Wava Page of Brookland and Gregory Page of Phoenix, AZ.; one daughter, Shirley Diane and Paul Gilliam of Marmaduke; three brothers, Charles and Carolyn Carter of Rockford, Jimmy and Debbie Carter of Rockford and Johnny and Linda Carter of Rockford; one sister, Claudia Stevens of CA.; 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 24th at the Irby Funeral Home in Marmaduke, with Marlin Ray officiating. Burial will be at the Providence Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday in the chapel at Marmaduke.

Online guest book at Irby Funeral Home

Gary Mac Patterson

Gary Mac Patterson, age 63, of Paragould passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009.

He was born May 2, 1946 in Los Angeles, CA., to Mary and Malcom Patterson. Shortly after his birth, the family moved to Martin, TN. Gary attended and graduated from school in Martin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Malcolm Patterson and by a cousin, Terry Patterson.

My daddy worked as a brakeman for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years. He was unique, kind and had a great sense of humor. He loved SEC football, especially the Tennessee Vols and the Arkansas Razorbacks. He never met a stranger, and I know he touched everyone’s life in a special way. He lived more life in his 63 years than others do in a lifetime. Even when this “monster” called lung cancer entered our lives in October of 2008, he remained strong and optimistic, and he knew he was blessed. My daddy appreciated the dogwood blooms, the weeping willow in his front yard and the love of his two families.

He was married to his first wife, Christina Ward Patterson, for 23 years and had two children Melissa Patterson Simons and Malcolm Ward Patterson.

He later married Robin Robins, and they were married for 20 years. She had two children, Brandy Bullinger and Josh Robins. I am very thankful to Robin. She was with my daddy to the end of his life. She took care of him and never left his side.

I know my dad flew to heaven on the wings of angels and he is now reunited with his mother and father. He is healthy now and feels no pain.

Both families have great memories, and they will be with us always. We are all better people because of Gary Mac.

He is survived by his loving wife, Robin Patterson and four children, Melissa Simons of Cabot, Malcolm Ward Patterson of Rochelle, IL., Brandy Bullinger and her husband, Tim, of Paragould and Josh Robins of Paragould. He also leaves behind five grandchildren, Karlee Simons of Cabot, Alex Patterson of Rochelle, IL., Tobias and Tyler Bullinger of Paragould and Jordan Robins of Paragould. He also leaves two huge, loveable rottweilers, Bruno and Zeus. Gary also left behind a large extended family of in-laws and out-laws, nieces and a cousin who will greatly miss him.

All services will be private, with Emerson Funeral Home of Jonesboro in charge.

Online guestbook: Emerson Funeral Home

Jami Hill

Jami Hill, age 34, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 26, 1975, in Paragould. She was a sales representative.

She is survived by her parents, Roger Hill of Goobertown and Danna Rice of Corning; two sisters, Robin Blackman of Neelyville and Kelly Hill of Corning; maternal grandmother, Hilda Rice of Corning; paternal grandfather, Charles Bonner of Datto; one nephew, Alexander Blackman, and niece, Nichole Hampton, both of Corning; and special friend, Charles Spence of Neelyville.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Danny Rice; and paternal grandmother, Bobbie Jean Bonner.

Visitation will be Saturday evening 6 until 9 at Ermert Funeral Home of Corning.

Funeral services will be July 26th, 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jimmy McMasters officiating. Burial will be in Corning Cemetery.


 

Verla E. Gerdes

Verla E. Gerdes, age 85, of Jonesboro passed away July 24, 2009 at her home of natural causes.

Born January 31, 1924, at Lafe, Mrs. Gerdes lived most of her life in Jonesboro. She was a retired school teacher, having taught 31 years in Northeast Arkansas. She was a member of the Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Marion Gerdes, and her parents, Odie and Mazie Rudisaille Huckabay.

Survivors include her daughter, Sanda Greene of Jonesboro; two sons and daughter-in-law, Dr. Kenneth and Betty Gerdes of St. Louis and Terry Gerdes; three brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Bertha Huckabay of Paragould, Bill and Annette Huckabay of Lafe and Odie Huckabay Jr. of Sanger, CA.; six grandchildren and their spouses, Kristin and Todd Reed, Ashley and Kelsey Keller, Casey Greene and Jodi Greene, all of Jonesboro, Terri Sue and Daryl Cook of Pearl, MS., and Keith and Robin Gerdes of Sarasota, FL.; and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Sunday, July 26th at 2 p.m. in Emerson Memorial Chapel with Daryl Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens at Paragould.

Active pallbearers include Casey Greene, Kelsey Keller, Todd Reed, Keith Gerdes, Sammy Copeland and J.D. Yates.

Honorary pallbearers include her wonderful doctor, who went above and beyond, Dr. Jim Murrey; her neighbors, who were so good to watch over her, Glenda and Sammy Copeland, Don and Pat Arrington and J.D. and Patsy Yates; and her special caregiver, Melba Stooksberry, who stayed in her home with her.

Visitation will be held from 1 until 2 p.m. Sunday prior to the service at the Funeral Home.

Online guestbook: Emerson Funeral Home

Edward Elston Pitcher

Edward Elston Pitcher, age 66, of Paragould, passed away Friday, July 24, 2009 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould.

Born August 22, 1942 at Delaplaine, he was preceded in death by his mother, Tessie Swift Pitcher. He retired from Garlock and was a Christian.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Grooms Pitcher of the home; a daughter, Sheila Pitcher, and son, Frankie Pitcher, both of Paragould; sisters, Edna Riddle of West Plains, MO., Muriel Gentry of Walnut Ridge and Eulah Pitcher of Hoxie; a brother, Edmond “Shorty” Pitcher of Walnut Ridge; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

The family will receive friends Saturday evening, 6 until 8 in Heath Funeral Home.

His life will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 26th at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. Rick Ethridge officiating. Burial will follow in Greene County Memorial Gardens.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Phillip Arthur Martin

Phillip Arthur Martin, age 57 of Paragould passed away Saturday, July 25, 2009 at his residence. Born May 10, 1952, to the late Florian and Nina Pillow Martin.
Phillip was an employee of Monroe Auto Equipment and of the Catholic belief.

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Matt and Christy Martin of Paragould; step daughters, Kristy Price of Paragould and Kari McGhee of N.Y.; brother, Tim Martin of Little Rock; sister, Jennifer Bouldin of Paragould; grandson, Colton Martin; granddaughters, Amy and Amanda Elliott; 5 step grandchildren.

Visitation will be Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 28th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Father Mike Sinkler officiating.
Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. The family has requested that memorials be sent to St. Mary's Catholic School.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Edna Wilcox

Edna Rosetta Wilcox, age 88, of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, July 25, 2009 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital.

She was born July 9, 1921, the daughter of the late William Harvey and Dora Pearl Benton Goldman. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Wilcox Sr.; and her grandson, Ron Wilcox.

She was a member of Walnut Street Baptist, retired beautician and former owner and operator of Wilcox Grocery.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Roy and Juanita Wilcox of Jonesboro, Mack and Teresa Wilcox of Southaven, Miss., and Winston and Tonya Wilcox of Calico Rock; grandchildren, Jonathan Wilcox, Becky and John Street, Sherry and Bobby Rickard, Shelia and John Sammons, Shari and Mark Simino, Scott and Angie Quintana, Greg Wilcox, Ben Wilcox, Dana and Mark Imbrock, April and Joey Bowen and Lea Killian; and 15 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends this evening 6 until 8 at Heath Funeral Home.

Her life will be celebrated in Heath Colonial Chapel at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 28th with the Revs. Jerry Parker and Hulen Shatley officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Eastern Star, Order of Amaranth and Queen Anne’s Court, Jonesboro.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Leah Mae Johnson

Leah Mae (Gerbig) Johnson, age 82, of Paragould (formerly of Geneva, IL.) passed away July 25, 2009, at her son’s home.

Mrs. Johnson was born December 20, 1926, to the late John and Eva Gerbig of West Chicago, IL.

Survivors include two sons, James (and Lee) Johnson of Paragould, and Thomas (and Dianna) Johnson of South Elgin, IL., four grandchildren, Jennifer (and Robert) Johnson of Cheyenne, WY., Matt (and Nena) Johnson of Paragould, Billie Jo (and Robert) Moffett of Belvidere, IL., and Tom Johnson of Collinsville, CT., and several great-grandchildren.

Prior to her death, Mrs. Johnson designated that her body be used for medical research through the Genesis Program in Memphis.

According to her wishes, there will be no visitation, funeral or memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernard’s Hospice, 1726 Marie Circle, Jonesboro, AR, 72401.

 

Herbert Elsworth Hancock

Mr. Herbert Elsworth "John" Hancock of Oil City, LA., entered into rest July 25, 2009 after a battle with an illness that he had been fighting against for many years. He was born September 28, 1935 in Hartzell, MO., he lived in the Vivian/Oil City area for the majority of his life.
He was a very private and loving man who enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing all the fishing holes in the Ark-La-Tex, especially enjoying his time spent fishing with his wife of 53 years. Mr. Hancock taught all of his boys and grand-children how to fish and mow the grass. There was always a reward for a job well done from Papaw.
Mr. Hancock spent time in the United States Air Force and was very proud of the service he contributed to his country. After his marriage to the former Paula Marie Rochelle, he worked as a mechanic for GM. He was awarded the "Master Mechanic" award from GM for many years of excellent service, the highest achievement awarded during his tenure. He owned his own large machinery repair business for many years before leaving the area for a short time to work with his sons in the Railroad Industry.

He is survived by his wife, Paula "Polly" M. Hancock; his eldest daughter, Tammy Hancock Weltz and her husband Brian Weltz; his eldest son Johnny R. Hancock and his wife Merry Lawton Hancock and his youngest son Tony E. Hancock and his wife Dindy S. Hancock; his grandchildren: Brandi Hancock Melendez and her husband Erick M. Melendez, Brandon Moore and his fiance' Amy Glass, Lyndi R Moore and fiance' Kirk Puckett, Jeremy Hancock, Kamarie Moore Childes and her husband Lex Childes, Cheyenne D. Hancock and Colby Hancock; his great-grandchildren Joseph Melendez, Isabella Melendez, Cooper Puckett; his sisters Ruby McMurthy, Marie Miskle, Martha Bubinik and Betty Lampe and his brother Richard Hancock.
Mr. Hancock was preceded in death by his parents Simon J. and Dorothy F. Hancock; sisters Geneva Matheny, Shirley Spence and Linda Sedrick and brothers Leo Hancock and Jerry Hancock.

A viewing will be held Monday, July 27, 2009 at the Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Vivian on Spruce Street from 6 until 8 pm. Services will be held Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 10:00 am with burial to follow in Gary, TX. Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Vivian, LA 318-375-3016

 

Noda Lee Ward

 

Noda Lee Ward, age 100, of Troy, MO., formerly of Lafe, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009.
Mrs. Ward was born January 14, 1909, in the New Friendship community of Greene County. She retired as a cook from the Lafe School and was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include one son, Bob Ward of St. Charles, MO., two daughters, Marjorie Tritch of Wentzville, MO., and Dolores White of House Springs, MO., ten grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Merty McNatt; her husband, Clifford Calvin Ward; one son, Harold Ward; and by three brothers.
Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 29th, at the Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mitchell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. No visitation is scheduled.

 Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

Mary Martene McFall

Mary Martene McFall, age 81, of Paragould passed away Tuesday,  July 28, 2009, at  the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould. She was born January 7, 1928 the daughter of the late Ralph and Lina Kirkland Morris. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Donald McFall, daughter, Monika McFall, sister, Sharon Kay Thompson, and brother, Jimmy D. Morris.

Mrs. McFall was a former employee of Wal-Mart and Wyatt's Pharmacy and a member of First Baptist Church.

She is survived by one daughter, Terana Dee Clark of Pinellas Park, FL. brother Robert D. Morris of Knob, and one grandchild, Bryse Clark of Pinellas Park, FL.

Her family will receive friends this evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Her life will be celebrated with a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 31st at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Reverend Curtis Hitt officiating.

Pallbearers will be, Mika Thompson, Michael Morris, Jimmy Morris, Wendall Kirkland, Tommy Jumper and Rick Conrad. Robert Morris, Parrish Morris and Dale Stidman are honorary pallbearers.

Memorials may be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis, TN. 38105-1942 or First Baptist Church, 120 N. 3rd Street, Paragould, AR 72450.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

William Alexander Lee

William “Bill” Alexander Lee, age 71, of Fontaine, passed away July 28, 2009 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Mr. Lee was retired from Southwestern Power Administration and attended Walnut Corner General Baptist Church.

He was born January 28, 1938, in Hardeman County, TN., the son of the late Clyde Lee and Alberta Hooper Lee Bell. Lee was also preceded in death by his children, Brian, Lonnie and Kimberly Lee; great-grandson, Aaron Nelson; brother, David Lee; and stepfather, Jimmy Bell.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Shelba Lee of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Sue and Mike Simpson of Fontaine, and Kelly and Dewayne Nelson of Walnut Corner; sons and daughters-in-law, Burt F. and Deniece Lee of Lafe, and Ronnie and Cindy Lee of Jonesboro; grandchildren and their spouses, Burt A. and Nicole Lee, Keith and Audrey Lee, Deborah and Owen Smith, Shannon and Shannon Lee, Kimberly Lee, Christopher and Valerie Nelson and Bradley Nelson; and 11 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends this evening 6 until 8 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home. Mr. Lee’s life will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 30th at the Heath Colonial Chapel with the Reverends Bobby Wade and Marion Stringer officiating. Burial will follow at Lorado Cemetery.

Bill's grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Kidd, Bob Brown, Benny Martin, Brandon Martin, Max Moore, Ray Slatton and Lloyd Hefner. 

Memorials may be sent to Walnut Corner General Baptist Church or to the charity of your choice.

Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home

Jimmie Katherine Greene

Jimmie Katherine (Price) Greene, 84, of Abilene, TX., passed away  Tuesday, July 28, 2009, after a brief hospital stay due to a fall.

Viewing will be 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday, August 3rd at Community Memorial Funeral Home, 1443 N. 2nd St., Abilene.

Mrs. Greene's cremated remains will be sent to Paragould, Arkansas to rest with her husband, Paul.

Jimmie was born in Lexa, AR on June 17, 1925. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Paul Eugene Greene. Paul and Jimmie were long time residents of El Paso, TX before moving to the Dallas area in 1968. After that, they moved frequently, living in Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. After living in Abilene for several years, they both moved to Coronado Nursing Home, where Paul died in March of 2008.

Jimmie was a veteran of the Women's Army Corp. Jimmie never worked outside of the home and was devoted to her home and family.

She is survived by a daughter, Debbie M. Penry and her husband, Darin, of Winnsboro, TX; a brother, Thomas and Nell Burks of El Paso; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Moon of El Paso, Helen Sandoval of Tucson, AZ, Ailene Green of Little Rock, AR and Pearl Price of Kaufman, TX; as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert D. Price and Jewel Evelyn Price Burks; and her husband, Paul; two brothers, J.R. and William "Bill" Price; and a sister, Geraldine "Jerry" Brock.

Complete obituary courtesy of:

Abilene Reporter-News

Florence Helen Butler

Florence Helen Butler, age 94, departed this world July 29, 2009. She was born November 17, 1914, in Gainesville, Greene County, AR. Florence was a retired shoe factory worker, and of the Methodist faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Quint E. and Della Iola Daulton Butler, as well as her siblings, four brothers, Clarence (Jack) Butler, Howard L. Butler, Raymond M. Butler, and Eugene H. Butler; and four sisters, Annie Butler Yeargain, Laura Butler Ward, Louise Butler Shelby, and Gladys Butler Hall.

After retirement, when she wasn’t a caregiver to her ailing sisters, she enjoyed the company of her church sewing circle. Her work ethic, fortitude, and longevity were surely reinforced by their motto, “When life gives you scraps, you make quilts”. All a part of proud independence she cherished.

She is survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday at Mitchell Funeral Home, Paragould.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 1st, at Mitchell Funeral Home Chapel with Ben Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Gainesville Cemetery.

Online guestbook: Mitchell Funeral Home

James Earcel Hill

 

James “Jamie” Earcel Hill, age 53, of Paragould passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at his residence. He was born January 8, 1956, in Paragould, the son of Earcel and Anna Joyce Pillow Hill.

Jamie is survived by his parents; three sons: Lee Hill of Paragould, Mark Hill and John Hill of Lexington, Tennessee; sister, Darlene Qualls of Paragould; paternal grandmother, Ruby Hill of Paragould; four grandchildren; four nieces; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and family friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Joel Hill; two paternal uncles, Jimmy and Edward Hill; sister, Becky Hill King; maternal grandparents, Amos and Juanita Pillow; maternal uncles, Randy and Cloyce Pillow.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1st at the Heath Colonial Chapel with Reverend Bob Lee officiating. Burial will follow at Greene County Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Saturday from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. at Heath Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be: Bobby Wells, John Miles, Joe Cleveland, Jeremy Qualls, Eric Hagood, and Hulen Shatley. Honorary Pallbearers: John Bishop, John Powers, Jason Gramling, Josh Robinson, J. C. Pillow and Cecil Gladish

Online guestbook:  Heath Funeral Home



 

Gerald Carlton Freligh, Jr.

Major Gerald Carlton Freligh, Jr. of Houston, TX passed away July 30, 2009.

As a Special Forces Green Beret in the United States Army, Major Freligh dedicated 14 years of his life to protecting his country. In addition to being the American Advisor to Honduras, he also served as the Military Liason Officer to Latin America. Gerald was born on September 15, 1955, in Memphis, TN.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Carlton Freligh, Sr. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Freligh of Houston, TX; his mother, Pat Freligh of Paragould; brother, David Lee Freligh of Forrest City, AR; sons, Daniel and Justin Freligh of Paragould; granddaughter, Abigail Suzann Freligh of Paragould, two nephews and one niece.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening 6:00 until 8:00 at Heath Funeral Home. Graveside services will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Sherwood, AR.

Memorials may be made to the Jr. ROTC Scholarship Program at Greene County Tech.
Online guestbook: Heath Funeral Home