This page includes obituary excerpts that were taken from recent issues of the Pocahontas Star Herald, as well as obituaries contributed by individuals who are researching their families from Randolph County.  Obituary contributions from ANY newspaper are welcome on this page as long as they pertain to a resident or relative of Randolph County.

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John William SAGO, 88, of California.. PSH Oct 3, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 1, 1998)

RUTH MARIE SAGO, 101, of 2902 Hwy. 115, Pocahontas, died March 11, 1999, at Randolph County Medical Center. Born Sept. 4, 1897, at Eldon, MO, she was a daughter of the late Clarence C. and Elnora E. (Barron) Skiles. Others preceding her in death were her husband, Grover C. Sago; a son, Drew Sago; a grandson, Chester Brooks; and a great-granddaughter, Willadean Wantulok. She is survived by two daughters, Floy Brooks of Pocahontas and Frieda Garland of Corning; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Gary Buxton officiating. Burial followed in Brockett Cemetery. PSH March 18, 1999. Contributed by Bruce Pond.

OFFICERS BAR ROAD AT POPLAR RIDGE, STOP HIM ... T. H. McConnell, 35 of Columbus, Ohio, traveling salesman for a Chicago Candy Company, was caught at Poplar Ridge in Craighead County between Black Oak and Lake City, last night between five and six o'clock when Deputy Sheriffs Cooper and Hainey of Leachville who had been trailing him ran in front and barred the road. McConnell ran the gauntlet of Monette police who attempted to bar his passage. He killed BILL SAMMONS, 72, farmer, in hit-and-run occurrence at Leachville in front of the Christian Church at 4:30. Towns ahead were notified and the officers took up pursuit. Officers who arrested him state that he was badly intoxicated and a quantity of whiskey was found in his car. Two women from Kennett, who have been selling magazines in the Leachville vicinity, were in the car with McConnell. After hitting and killing the aged man, he backed up. They begged him to stop. Instead he stepped on the gas and sped over the body again, officers report. Sammons was walking on the Highway into Leachville along the main highway when hit. Feelings ran high against the slayer and Leachville citizens threatened much violence. Officers removed him to jail at Blythesville for safekeeping. His trial will be held next Wednesday. Jonesboro Evening Sun, Jonesboro, Arkansas, Wednesday, 27 November 1929 Submitted by Sandy Sammons Simmons. PERSONAL NOTE: Bill (William Ingram) Sammons was my great grandfather, born 24 August 1856 in Randolph County, Arkansas. He married Josephine (Josie) Brooks on 23 Apr 1884 in Randolph County, Arkansas. He had one prior wife wife: Marinda J. Stout, born 1863, married on 14 Dec 1879. They had one child, Emma. And he married again after Josie: Lodena (Denie) White, born 15 Jan 1881, married in 1898. They had five children: Rosie Elsie, Arthur, Dewey, Willie, Annie, and an infant who died at birth. Bill and Josie had several children, but so far I've only been able to prove the three I personally knew about: my grandfather, Samuel Martin Sammons, born 25 Oct 1888, his brother Clarence, and his sister Lizzy Beth. I would like to learn more about the trial, but so far I haven't been able to locate information on it. My grandfather's name was misspelled in the article: Fammons instead of Sammons.

BOB SAMMONS, aged 50, of Lancaster, Calif., a former resident of Walnut Ridge, died February 11, 1975, in a Lancaster hospital. Born in Walnut Ridge, he was a Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of the First Baptist Chursh. Mr. Sammons was an automobile dealer. Survivors include his wife, Wilma Dye Sammons; a son, Greg Sammons, of Lancaster; his mother, Mrs. Edna Sammons of St. Ann, MO, four brothers, Leo Sammons of St. Louis, Tommy Sammons of Torance, Calif., Carmel Sammons of Ventura, Calif., and Monte Sammons of Lancaster, California; four sisters, Roxie Miles of Lorado; Ouida Payne and Ella Marie Rorex, both of St. Ann, MO; and Sue Justus of Magnolia, Mississippi. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2:00 in the Higginbotham Chapel with Rev. Doug Rorex officiating. Burial was in Lawrence Memorial Park under direction of Higginbotham Funeral Service. Pallbearers were Harry Lingo, Jr., Earl Gray, Elmer Hufstedler, Jack Rorex, Burke Gibson, and Dale Williams." (Newspaper unknown) Contributed by niece, Sandy Simmons.

EDNA SAMMONS , aged 81, of St. Ann, MO, passed away Tuesday morning (Feb. 18, 1975) in a hospital in St. Louis. Mrs. Sammons was born in Poahontas, but was a former resident of Walnut Ridge. Survivors include four sons: Leo Sammons, St. Louis, Tommy Sammons, Torrance, Calif., Carmel Sammons, Ventura, Calif., and Monte Sammons, Lancaster, Calif; four daughters, Mrs. Roxie Miles, Lorado, Mrs. Ouida Paine, and Mrs. Ella Marie Rorex, both of St. Ann, MO; and Mrs. Sue Justus of Magnolia, Miss. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Higginbotham Funeral Service. (Newspaper unknown) Contributed by granddaughter, Sandy Simmons.

Graveside services for Alma P. Sanders, 91, of Edmond will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Gracelawn Cemetery in Edmond. She died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 1998, in Edmond. She was born Aug. 15, 1907 in Pocahontas, Ark. Survivors include a son, Paul Sanders of Oklahoma City; and a sister, Marjorie Lofgren of Edmond. Memorial contributions may be made to the Edmond Historic Preservation Trust, instead of flowers. (An Edmond, Oklahoma newspaper). Contributed by Sharon Sanders.

Tobe Benjamin SANDERS, Pocahontas. PSH Oct 17, 1974 (from Looking Back - News From the Past, 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 15, 1998)

Mrs. Martha Louise SAVAGE, 51, Hoxie. PSH Oct. 10, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, News from the Past - 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 8, 1998)

April 7, 1977: E. L. Saylors drowns in flooded ditch: The week's flooding claimed its first victim last Thursday when a 36 year old rural Corning man drowned in high water near his home. The victim was Everett L. Saylors, 36, Rt. 2, Corning. Saylors died at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday after apparently falling out of his boat in water that had spilled out of a ditch near his home at the highway 135-62 intersection four miles east of Corning. There have been several reports as to what happened but apparently Saylors was attempting to move his boat or replace a shear pin on the motor when he fell into the water. He apparently was drawn into the swift current running in the ditch alongside the highway, which is elevated slightly in the vicinity. Clay County sheriff's deputies and the Corning CB Radio and Rescue Club searched for the body. It was recovered before 6 a.m. Mr. Saylors was born at Delaplaine, November 6, 1940, a son of Raymond and Lavina (Morgan) Saylors. In addition to his parents who reside at Delaplaine, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Patricia Ann (Smith) Saylors of the home; two sons, Tony Lee and Gary Don Saylors, both of the home; three daughters, Mrs. Cloie Ann Reed, and Misses Susan and Cheryl Lynn Saylors, all of the home; three brothers, Jim Saylors of Delaplaine, Melvin Saylors of Ravenden, and Junior Saylors of Rockford, IL; four sisters, Mrs. Earlene Greer and Mrs. Carolyn Fender of Paragould, Mrs. Mildred Young of Ravenden and Mrs. Debbie Kellim of Walnut Ridge. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Loy Greer and Chuck Gray officiating. Burial followed in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were Mike Banks, Jess Yeary, Jack Creameans, Ray Freeman, Bill Davis and Ronnie Crouch. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Raymond W. Saylors, 82, of Delaplaine, died at Arkansas Methodist Hospital in Paragould, Friday, November 13, 1992. He was born February 1, 1910, at Gideon, MO., a son of the late William and Mary (Lowery) Saylors. He is survived by his wife, Lavenia (Morgan) Saylors of the home; three sons, Melvin Saylors of Ravenden, Junior Saylors of Marmaduke and Jim Saylors of Paragould. four daughters, Earlene Williams, Carolyn Mason and Debbie Kellim, all of Paragould and Mildred Young of Ravenden; a brother, Floyd Davis, and two sisters, Nadeen Young and Ruby Carlile, all of Missouri; 28 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and eight step-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Gray officiating. Burial followed in Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Pallbearers were Frankie and Tommy Rice, Dale Eubanks, Larry Bonds, Elic Morgan and Jerald Dean. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Anna Schaechtel, aged 90, one of the oldest residents in Pocahontas, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Emma Frankenberger Saturday morning. PSH Dec 7, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

Gene SCHAECHTEL, Sr., 70, of Haltom City, TX, d. 18 Mar 1998, b. 9 Jul 1927 in Pocahontas, son of late John & Mollie Schaechtel. PSH, March 26, 1998

Frank Joseph SCHAECHTEL, 57, Pocahontas. PSH Mar 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Mar 12, 1998)

Reyno Man Killed in Accident - Johnny Ray Scherrer, a 31-year-old resident of Reyno, and an employee of Cox Cotton Co. here, was killed Wed., Nov. 17, shortly before 3 p.m. in an accident at Cox Cotton bean elevator in Pocahontas. According to a report from Sherriff Bill Rapert, Scherrer was standing behind a truck which was in the process of unloading beans at the elevator. The truck unloaded the beans and was backing off the ramp and Scherrer was crushed beneath a wheel of the backing truck. He was dead on arrival at Randolph County Hospital. PSH Dec 5, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

JOSEPH P. SCHMIDT, 86, of Anderson, IN, d. March 5, 1998 at St. John's Health System in Anderson. Born at Pocahontas, Dec. 6, 1911, he was a son of the late Joseph and Gertrude (Thennis) Schmidt. Wife - Ella V. (Jones) Schmidt. Buried at the Memorial Park Cemetery in Anderson. PSH MAR 12, 1998

Robert Anthony Schratz, 73, Pocahontas, Nov. 21, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Nov 19, 1998)

Mrs. Marie Alma (Rasdon) Schubert of Williamsville, MO, a former resident of Randolph County, passed away in Blytheville A.F.B. Hospital there last Thursday, April 21, 1977. She was born September 2, 1909 here, a daughter of the late John and Flora (Meridith) Rasdon. She is survived by a daughter Mrs. Patricia Canales of Memphis; three sons, Billy J., James Edmond and John Hatfield, all of Williamsville, MO. four half-brothers, Paul and Hubert Hatfield of St. Louis, Gale Hatfield of Hot Springs, MO., and Jake Hatfield of Tulsa, OK.; two half-sisters, Mrs. Viola Jackson of Eloy, AZ, and Doshia Hatfield of Lower Lake, CA. 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at St. Paul's Church with Justin Maurath officiating. Burial followed in Duty Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were James Morris, Gale Bennett, Roy Ford, Joe Lemmons, Dud Singley and Earnest Burns. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Bessie M. Scott, 83, of Route 4, Pocahontas, died at Randolph Co. Medical Center Thursday, June 3, 1993. She was born Jan. 18,1910, at Sharum, a daughter of the late Isaac Alexander and Estelle Toma Haynes. She is survived by her husband , Ross M. Scott of the home; 2 sons, John Riggs of Danbury, Conn. and Bob Riggs of Barnhart,Mo.; 2 daughters, Lou Don Johnson of St. Louis, Mo. and Barbara Westphaul of Orange, Tx.; a sister Herma Campbell of Paragould; several grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Dean Jones officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens . Pallbearers were Wade Tyler, Iven Gwinn, Dale Putman, Leo, Leonard and Roger Vandergriff. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Two young women of Ravenden Springs were killed Monday in a car accident. They are Mrs. Clara Jean Griffith, 18, and 13-year-old Susan Gail SEARS. PSH 22 Aug 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 20, 1998)

Arthur Willard Seawel, 63, of Rt. 2, Maynard, passed away in Community Methodist Hospital, Paragould, Sunday (1982).  He was born June 18, 1919 in Randolph County, a son of the late Edgar and Leona Acree Seawel.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Faye Penn Seawel of the home; a son, Kenneth Seawel of Maynard; two daughters, Mrs. Edwina Handwork of Corning and Mrs. Debra Wallis of Maynard; four brothers, Jess Seawel of Rt. 3, Pacahontas, Nevin Seawel of Wenatchee, Wash., and Quimby and Clifford Seawel of Maynard; four sisters, Mrs. Verdie McMillon, Mrs. Mary Blythe and Mrs. Dovie Long of Maynard, and Mrs. Mary Penn of Arnold, Mo.; seven grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in the Maynard Church of Christ with Harmon Seawel officiating.  Burial followed in Maynard Cemetery.  Pallbearers were Lynn Ewing, Leon Harris, Tom Sorg, Earnest Border, Gene Barber and Tony Ramsey.   Submitted by Cathy Powell.

NEVIN EDGAR SEAWEL, 96, of Wenatchee, Wash., d. Mar 15, 1998 there. Born in 1901 at Brakebill in Randolph County, he was a son of the late Edgar and Lou Harmon Seawel. Survived by two brothers, Quimby and Clifford Seawel of Maynard. PSH MAR 19, 1998

Opal Lucille Russell SEVERS, 65, St. Charles, MO. PSH 29 Aug 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH 27 Aug 1998)

George Shelton, 92, died at his home at Ravenden Springs. PSH Jan 4, 1951 (taken from In the Long Ago, PSH Dec. 31, 1998)

Rufe Flynn Shipman, aged 68, well-known Warm Springs farmer, died in St. Bernard's Hospital yesterday morning. PSH Nov 2, 1950 (from IN THE LONG AGO, PSH Oct 29, 1998).

Nelda A. SIEVER, 84, of Pocahontas, died July 13, 1998 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Walnut Ridge. She was the dau of Henry and Marie (Buesking) Bunte and was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Siever. Buried in Sunset Burial Park, Affton, MO. PSH July 16, 1998

Mildred Lucille SHAPIRO, 73, of Circleville, OH, former resident of Pocahontas, d. Jan 14, 1998; b. Apr 24, 1924 in Bono; dau of late William Cam and Katie Lillian Helms; husband, Edward L. Shapiro, dec'd. PSH Jan 22, 1998

Jonesboro Sun, Monday December 23, 1996... Willmer Thomas "W. T." Shelton 81, of 1002 N. Madison, Jonesboro, died Sunday at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center. He was self employed and was a member of the North Main Baptist Church. He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion for over 50 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dollie Summers Shelton of the home, four sons: Thomas Leo "Toby" Shelton and David Shelton of Jonesboro, Jerry Shelton and Thomas Shelton of Atwood, Tenn; three daughters: Louise McPherson of Kaufman, Texas; Wilma Easley of Ennis, Texas; and Hilda Bennett, of Round Rock, Texas; One brother, J. S. Shelton of Jonesboro. 20 grandchildren and 20 greatgrandchildren. Funeral Services will be Tuesday at 2:00 pm in the Memorial Chapel of Emerson Funeral Home with James Strait and Tommy Stacey officiating. Burial will follow at Philadelphia Cemetery. W. T. Shelton was born Jan 28, 1915 in Okean, Randolph Co Arkansas, son of Leander and Mazy Ball Shelton, Brothers were Johnny P. Shelton, Richard Russell Shelton, Jewel S. Shelton and sister Mildred Shelton Garrison. Submitted by his daughter Wilma Shelton Easley.

Rufe Flynn Shipman, age 68, well known Warm Springs farmer, died in St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro at 8 o'clock yesterday morning.(Nov. 1,1950) He was born in Ripley County, Mo., but had lived in Randolph County for many years. Funeral services will be conducted at Pratt Cemeterty at 10 o'clock Friday morning by Rev. W. Harry Hunt. Interment will be under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. He leaves his wife Mary L. Pratt Shipman; a son Paul Shipman of Detroit Michigan ; a brother Edd Shipman of Cushing Ok. and a sister, Inez Cowden of Kansas City.    Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

One of the infant twins (SILAS SHIPMAN) of Mr. and Mrs. Rufe Shipman died the other morning (12 Jan 1917) after a lingering illness and was placed to rest in the Pratt Cemetery. We extend our deepest sympathy to the bereft parents. Star Herald 19 Jan 1917 (Ingram Community Newsletter)  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

STERLING PAUL SHIPMAN, age 50, was dead on arrival at Randolph County Hospital September 30, 1967. He was born in Randolph County, December 5, 1916, a (twin) son of Mrs Mollie Vandergriff and the late Rufe F. Shipman. Other than his mother he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Gracie Hartgraves of Detroit, Michigan. Funeral services were conduced at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Bro. Alvin Allison officiating. Burial was in Pratt Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. Pallbearers were: Cleo Phipps, Verl Jones, Ted Bowers, Earl Tilley, Mitt Bennett, and Sherman Fowler. Pacahontas Starr Herald.  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

H. E. Shipp of Thayer, MO, owner of Shipp Lumber Co., in Pocahontas, died in a St. Louis Hospital Monday. PSH Dec 7, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

Jean Carroll SHIRK, 69, of Chesterfield, IN, d. Apr 18, 1998 in Anderson, IN, b. Aug 23, 1928 in Pocahontas, dau of Thomas P. and Sarah Stubblefield Carroll, m. Gilbert E. Shirk. PSH, April 23, 1998

Mrs. Daisy A. SHIVLEY, 102, of Pocahontas, d. June 25, 1998; b. Aug 27, 1895 at Noland, a lifetime resident of Randolph County; dau of late Mack and Martha (Nicks) Ragan; widow of Jim Shivley. PSH JULY 2, 1998

On December 29, 1923 the death angels took from the family circle a beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Deemie Shocklee. She was born near Attica on May 24, 1878 and from her early life she lived a consecrated life of purity. She professed faith in Jesus Christ and joined the Oak Grove Baptist Church when a mere child. On September 16, 1898, she was married to Dave Shocklee, with whom she lived for 25 years. To this union 8 children were born five of whom survive her. She was confined to her bed for about five weeks with measles and pneumonia. All that care, love and skilled physicians could do for comfort and assistance was done but despite the prayers, and entreaties of all who knew her their appeals were overruled and her spirit took it’s flight to it’s Savior and loved ones gone before. There is no language that can speak the sincerity of this great woman's character, and in the experience of life; we have never met with one who seemed to more nearly walk with God. Her end was peaceful and gave evidence she was ready for Heaven. Mrs. Shocklee was 45 years, 7 months and 19 days of age and her life was a path marked with deeds of kindness. Much has been taken from this husband, three daughters and two sons, from the two sisters Mrs. Bertha Douglass and Mrs. Kate Boyd of Texas and two brothers Edd and Everett Teel, near Shiloh. Funeral services were conducted by J.A. Allison and the remains were laid to rest in the Gross Cemetery near Attica. May the bereaved husband and relatives be sustained by a strong faith in God and by the prayers of their many friends. Her Niece. Pocahontas Star Herald, January 1, 1924. Submitted by Sharon Shocklee Pemberton, granddaughter of Martha LoDeemie Teel Shocklee.

GLADYS MARIE SHOCKLEE, 78, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 16, 1998 at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center, Jonesboro. Born Nov. 1, 1920 at Hamil, she was a dau of the late John and Leora (Johnson) Roach. Her husband, James Earl Shocklee, also preceded her in death. She is buried in Palestine Cemetery near Pocahontas. PSH Nov. 26, 1998

Mr. Versell Russell Shocklee, 80, of Columbus, Georgia died Sunday, November 15, 1998 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, at Waverly Hall Baptist Church with interment in Waverly Hall City Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary. Mr. Shocklee, son of the late David Russell and LoDeemie Teel Shocklee, was born August 22, 1918, in Pocahontas, AR. He was an U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and lived in Columbus the past sixty years. He was the owner and operator of Rio Grande Fence Company and Gibraltar Fence Company in Columbus from 1950 until 1969. He owned and operated American Fence Products in LaGrange, GA from 1976 until 1988. Mr. Shocklee was a member and Deacon of Waverly Hall Baptist Church and a 32nd Degree Mason. A sister, Lucy S. Philpot, preceded him in death. Survivors include: wife, Constance Reed Shocklee of Columbus; two daughters, Barbara L. (Richard) Moncrief of Brewton, AL, and K. Sharon (Mike) Pemberton of Waverly Hall, GA; two sisters, Lillian S. Roberts of Wesson, MS and Laree S. Johnston of Lizella, GA; one brother, D. Uvell Shocklee of Coleman, TX; five Grandchildren, Connie R. (Alan) McDaniel, William T. Reeves. Jr., Jeffery M. (Jennifer) Pemberton, Jr., Kathryn P. Joiner and Amy L. Pemberton; eight Great Grandchildren, Jessica, Molly and Abigail McDaniel, Bonnie Reeves, Kirsten, Jordan and Kathryn Joiner, and McKenzie Pemberton; many nieces and nephews. Flowers are accepted but contributions may be made to Columbus Hospice. Ledger-Enquirer, Columbus, Ga. Submitted by Sharon Shocklee Pemberton.

Ezra Alderson SHORT, 76, Little Rock. PSH Mar 21, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Mar 19, 1998)

Anthony Bly Sifford, 17, Berkeley, MO., Nov. 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Nov 12, 1998)

SYLVIA SARA SIFFORD, 84, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 29, 1998 at Pocahontas Nursing and Rehab Center. Born March 12, 1914 in Randolph County, she was a dau of the late Salomon and Annie (Martin) Hon. Her husband, Bart Sifford, also preceded her in death. She was buried in Randolph Memorial Gardens. PSH Dec. 3, 1998

Mrs. Frances Lucille Bradley SIKES, 45, Reyno. PSH Feb 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 12, 1998)

JAMES F. S. SIMINGTON, 80, of Pocahontas, died Aug 12, 1998 at Randolph County Medical Center. He was born July 24, 1918 in Attica, a son of the late Henry and Belle (Forrester) Simington. He is survived by his wife, June Simington, and was a navy veteran of WWII. Buried in Randolph Memorial Gardens. PSH Aug 20, 1998.

Mrs. Maude Mae Simington, 88, of 406 Bland, Pocahontas, died at Walnut Ridge Convalescent Center, Monday, Feb 26, 1990. She was born Sept. 22, 1903, in Pocahontas, a daughter of the late Emanuel and Eliza Penetta Pomeroy Guffie. Her husband Lucas Simington, preceded her in death. Survivors include a stepson McDowell Simington of Pocahontas, a step-granddaughter, and three step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Ray Burrow and Sherman Waters officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were Ron and James Sellers, Liston and James Simington, Ervin Wooten and Charlie Taylor. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Molissia Simington, 75, of 1701 Lewallen St. Pocahontas, died Tuesday, January 27, 1998. She was born at Fender, August 30, 1922, a daughter of the late Charles and Agnes (Finley) Wells. Two brothers, Billy and Lloyd Wells, also preceded her in death. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Pocahontas. Survivors are her husband, McDowell Simington of Pocahontas, a daughter Rebecca Bliesener of Wynne; three grandchildren; two sisters, Nina Wheat of Fontana, CA, and Patsy Carlton of Roscoe, IL; three brothers, Calvin Wells of Walnut Ridge, Harold Wells of Rockford, IL, and Albert Wells of Rockton, IL. Funeral services were Friday, January 30 in Cox-Waymon Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Strait officiating. Burial was in Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Cox-Waymon's. PSH FEB 5, 1998. Submitted by a cousin, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Cecil (Pete) SIMMONS, 67 of Tulsa, OK. PSH June 6, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 years ago, PSH June 4, 1998)

PAUL L. SIMPSON, (picture included), 81, of North Little Rock, died Nov. 24, 1998 at Baptist Memorial Hospital there. Born Sept 30, 1917 near Hamil, he was a son of the late James Thomas and Birdie Ann Brown Simpson. He is buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH Dec. 3, 1998

Edgar Oscar Sisson, the son of B. F. and Lula (Reed) Sisson, was born December 19, 1892, at Vincennes, Indiana and passed away Friday, July 8, 1983, at the Good Samaritan Center in Minneapolis, Kansas, at the age of 90. He was united in marriage to Gertrude Cox, Oct. 3, 1915, at Richwoods. They made their home in the Pocahontas area until 1924 when they moved to Bennington, Kansas. He was employed as a section worker with the Union Pacific Railroad until his retirement Nov 23, 1958, after 34 years of service. They cerebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in 1982. He was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church and the Union Pacific Maintenance Employees Union. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude of Minneapolis Good Samaritan Center; two sons, Willie F. Sisson of Salina, Kansas, and Robert E. Sisson of Topeka, Kansas; a daughter, Mrs. Bessie Marie Spaeny of Salina; a brother, Noble Sisson of Pocahontas; a sister, Mrs. Bessie Ward of Tulsa, OK.; Five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Paul L. Sisson, who lost his life in World War II; a brother, Elmer Sisson and a sister, Mrs. Ella Morgan. Funeral services were conducted Monday, July 11, at the Shields Funeral Home in Minneapolis, with the Rev. Robert Frasier officiating. Burial was in the Bennington Cemetery. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

HARRY M. SISSON. Funeral services were held Monday at 9:00 a.m., at the Delhomme Funeral Home Chapel of the Flowers for Harry M. Sisson, 69, who died Saturday at the Lafayette, La., General Hospital, following an extended illness.   Bob Walton, minister of the South College church of Christ, conducted the services.   Interment was in the Holy Sepulcher Mausoleum in Opelousas, La.   Mr. Sisson was a native of Pocahontas, a son of the late John Sisson and Jennie Crockett. He had resided in Lafayette the past 12 years. He was retired at the time of death, having retired in 1962 from Slemco, where he had been employed for over 20 years.   Survivors include his wife, the former Octavie Bernard of Lafayette; two half-sisters, Mrs. Lulu Collins and Mrs. Frankie Oglesby, both of Pocahontas; a brother, Bennie Sisson of Pocahontas; several nieces and nephews. PSH. Submitted by Carol Sisson Regehr. Note: Per SSDI, Harry was born Nov. 17, 1905, and died Nov. 1975. For Sisson researchers, Harry's line is: Richard 1 > George 2 > Thomas 3 > Giles 4 > John 5 > Benjamin 6 > John 7 > William 8 > John 9 > Harry.

WILLIAM RUSSELL "BILL" SKELTON, 73, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 8, 1998, at his residence. Born April 14, 1925, in Bellville, ILL, he was a son of the late William Y. and Norma (Jones) Skelton. He was a WWII veteran. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine Schaechtel Skelton. He was buried at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Bellville, IL, with McNabb Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PSH Nov 12, 1998

JOHN WESLEY SLAYTON,62, of Jonesboro, d. March 4, 1998 at St. Bernard's Regional Med Ctr, Jonesboro. He was born March 17, 1935 in Pocahontas and a son of the late Almus and Mae (Barnett) Slayton. Wife - Geneva Lorene (Edington) Slayton. Buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH MAR 12, 1998

Thomas L. SLAYTON, aged 49, died at his home on Walnut Ridge Route One, Tuesday afternoon. PSH July 20, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, July 16, 1998)

Virginia L. SLAYTON, 72, of Pocahontas, d. May 30, 1998; b. Sep 26 1925 in Imboden; dau of late Grover Clay and Addie Lee (Wells) Cude; widow of Archie B. Slayton. PSH June 4, 1998

Alvis Burris SMITH, 38, of Pocahontas, died suddenly at his home Sun. night. He & his brother, J. Henley Smith, opened the Imperial Theater 14 years ago. PSH June 8, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, June 4, 1998)

Mrs. Bertha SMITH, dau of M/M Jim Haley, died on July 26 and was laid to rest in the Davis Cemetery. PSH Aug 5, 1926 (taken from In the Long, Long Ago, PSH July 30, 1998)

Clarence Smith, 83, Biggers, Nov. 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Nov 12, 1998)

Little 8-year-old Danita SMITH, dau of M/M Curtis Smith of Paragould. PSH Aug 1, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH July 30, 1998)

DELIA M. SMITH, 72, of Francis, AR, died Oct. 30, 1998 in the Piggott Community Hospital. She was born Nov. 24, 1925 in Nimmons, AR, a dau of the late George Lawrence and Era Mae Crews Kemper. She was married to Jimmie V. Smith on Feb. 12, 1944, who survives her. She is buried in New Hope Cemetery. PSH Nov. 5, 1998.

Mrs.Essie Blanche Smith , age 78, wife of William C. (Cam) Smith, died at her home on the Maynard Route Thursday.She was born in Randolph County Aug 2, 1880, a daughter of the late Henry and Sarah Jane Pratt Bennett and had spent her entire life in this County. Funeral services were conducted at the McNabb Funeral  Home Chapel at 2:00 O'clock Saturday afternoon by the Rev. Lawrence Ray, pastor of the First Baptist Church. Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery under the direction of McNabb's. Pallbearers were Joe James, Elwood Smith, Perry Kirkpatrick, Rayburn Long, Vernon Lemons and John Mobbs. Besides her husband she leaves 3 sons, Chester D. Smith of Washington D.C., Lester J. Smith of Lansing, Mich. and Esmon O. Smith of Wichita ,Ka.; a daughter Mrs. Sada Ann Houston of Holt ,Mich.; 5 brothers S.D. Bennett of Beaumont ,Tx. Myrt Bennett of Biggers, Arthur Bennett of Mobile, Al., Evans Bennett and Mitt Bennett both of Pocahontas; 6 grandchildren and a great grandchild. ( Mrs. Smith passed away Dec. 11,1958 )   Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Mabel SMITH, 83, Flint, MI.. PSH Mar 21, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Mar 19, 1998)

Mrs. Malinda Smith, 100, of Randolph Home, passed away there Sunday. A life-long resident of Randolph County, she was born Nov 27, 1878, a daughter of John and Nora Belle Gilliam Ayers. Her husband, Nathan E. Smith preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Lonnie Smith of Pocohontas ; two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle King, also of Pocohontas, and Mrs. Ora Cunningham of Ozark; 15 grandchildren, 22 great -grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:oo p.m., Tuesday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Junior Jernigan and George Glenn officiating. Burial followed in the Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were Lawerence, Roger, Rodney and Tony Smith, Phillip Davis and Steven Glenn. (Newspaper unknown) June 7, 1978. Contributed by Carol Stephens

Mrs. Margaret Stanfill SMITH, 83, Warm Springs. PSH Mar 16, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, Mar 12, 1998)

Robert R. SMITH, formerly of Pocahontas, d. Jan 3, 1998; b. May 16, 1920; son of late Robert H. and Martha Segraves Smith of Pocahontas; preceded in death by wife Florence. PSH Jan 22, 1998

Mrs. Sarah Frances SMITH, 80, Ravenden. PSH Feb 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 12, 1998)

WILLIAM C. "CAM" SMITH, died Sept. 24, 1973 in Lansing, Mich. where he had been residing for the past 12 years. Mr. Smith was formely a resident of Randolph County where he was born Nov. 11, 1880. He was a son of the late William and Ann Smith. He is survived by 2 sons Chester D. Smith of Alexanderia, Va. and Lester J. Smith of Holt, Mich.; a daughter Mrs Swan (Ann ) Houston of Holt, Mich.; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; a brother Mark Smith and a sister Nettie Martin both of Pocahontas. Rev. S. Ray Crews of the First Baptist Church conducted the funeral services at 10 am Monday at McNabb Funeral Home Chapel. Interment was in Masonic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bill Bates, Russell Bennett, Vernon Lemmons, Earl Moss, Richard Robinette and Elwood Smith. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Willie SMITH, 69, of Pocahontas. PSH Mar 23, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, Mar 19, 1998)

Hershel Sylvester Smotherman, age 31, of Pocahontas Rt. 2, died of a heart ailment near Arbyrd, Mo. September 23. Mr Smotherman had gone to Missouri several weeks ago to work during the cotton season. He was born near Pocahontas November 18, 1917 a son of the late Sam and Minnie Teel Smotherman and had made his home in Randolph County most of his life. Funeral services were conducted at New Harmony Cemetery at 1:30 PM Sunday by the Rev George Million. Interment was under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. He leaves six sisters, Mrs Gladys Brooks and Mrs Anna Clara of Arcadia, Kansas, Mrs Minnie Brooks of Somerton, Az. Mrs Della Brooks of ..... Missouri, Mrs Vera Medcalf of Industrial, Illinois and Mrs Opal Smith of Pocahontas. Two brothers, Louis of Kansas City and Riley of California.  Pocahontas Star Herald 29 Sept 1949  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Samuel J Smotherman, age 69, of the New Harmony Community died in St Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro October 17. Funeral services were conducted at New Harmony yesterday afternoon by Bro George Million. Interment was under the direction of McNabb Undertaking Company. Mr Smotherman is survived by nine children, Louis Smotherman and Mrs Ray Brooks of Mulberry, Kansas. Mrs Clarence Brooks of Oronoga, Mo. Mrs Ora Clary of Garland, Kansas, Mrs Virgil Brooks of Menden, Mo. Rolly Smotherman of .... Colorado. Mrs Opal Smith, Hershel and Vera May Smotherman all of Pocahontas; two step children, Leo Dauck and Mrs Luther Clay of Pocahontas. Pocahontas Star Herald October 20, 1938   Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Minnie Snodgrass. aged 81, of Manila, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Millie Brown, in Jonesboro, October 10, 1959. She was born in Kentucky a daughter of the late David and Nancy (Manus) Parks and for a number of years she made her home in Randolph County and moved to Manila 29 years ago. She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors include a son Jesse Morgan of Rt. 1, Walnut Ridge; four daughters, Mrs. Brown of Jonesboro, Mrs. Irene Sullivan of California, Mrs. Ruby Wootton and Mrs. Bessie Ferguson of Ohio. two brothers, Henry Parks of Piggott and Hade Parks of Marked Tree; a sister Mrs. Myrtle Radson of Hoxie. Submitted by granddaughter, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. SYLVANIA SNOW, 87 a long-time resident of Lawrence County before moving to Pocahontas in 1981, died May 19, 1989, at the Corning Hospital. Born in the Hamil community on Feb. 15, 1902, she was the daughter of Leonard and Georgianne (sic) Stout Bellah. She was married to Harry Snow on Sept. 5, 1925. he preceded her in death July 10, 1984. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons; four daughters; 21 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Funeral was May 22 in the Higginbotham Chapel with Rev. James Coker officiating. Burial was in Snow Cemetery under direction of Higginbotham Funeral Service. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Submitted by great-great niece Tammie Chada.

William Russell SNOW, 61, Pocahontas. PSH July 11, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, July 9, 1998)

Arlie K. SONGER, 67, of Warrenton, MO, d. Ap 14, 1998, b. Jan 26, 1931 in Randolph Co, son of late Ernest & Katie Songer. PSH, April 23, 1998

Katie Dovie SONGER, 90, of Maynard, d. Aug 21, 1997; b. in Corning Nov 15, 1906; dau of late George and Dora Wialler Arnold. PSH August 28, 1997

Anna Mary SORG, 94 of Pocahontas, d. Jan 31, 1998; b. in Pocahontas May 23, 1903; dau of late Frank and Mary Height Hoelscher. PSH FEB 5, 1998

PAUL J. SORG, 76, of Pocahontas, d. Feb 25, 1998. He was born in Pocahontas, March 25, 1921, and a son of the late George and Mary Thennes Sorg. Buried in St. Paul's Cemetery. PSH MAR 12, 1998

Jeanette Elizabeth SORRELL, 74, of Doniphan, MO, d. Jan 26, 1998, b. May 2, 1923 in Thayer, MO, dau of late Mitch & Louise Melton of Salem. PSH JAN 29, 1998

Henry Baxter Spencer, 64, farmer of Maynard, died at his home there Friday following a long illness. He as born near Maynard February 1, 1885, a son of the late W.D. and Margania Ennis Spencer. He was buried at the Maynard Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Etta Spencer; four sons, Henderson, Russell, W.G., and Kermit; five daughters, Wilma Spencer of Alaska, Irene Creason, Eileen Osborn, Willie Alene Meeks, Delois Spencer; a stepson, Carl Frier of Pocahontas; five brothers, Gordon of Howell, Missouri, Raymond of Poplar Bluff, Harrison and Rufe of Maynard, Mont of Nashville, Arkansas; two sisters, Mrs. Ollie Parks of Success and Mrs. Minnie Johnson of Datto. PSH Sept. 17, 1959. Contributed by Deb Roy.

Mrs. Kate Spencer, 88 of Doniphan, MO., PSH Oct 31, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 29, 1998)

Mrs. Margainy SPENCER, 88, Maynard, PSH Dec 22, 1949 (taken from In The Long Ago, PSH Dec 18, 1997)

Raymond Rees SPENCER, 57, Pocahontas. PSH July 11, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, July 9, 1998)

Rufe L. SPENCER, 76 of Maynard. PSH 22 Aug 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 20, 1998)

Mrs. Viola Elaine Holt SPIKES, 30, died at her home in Pocahontas Monday. PSH July 27, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, July 23, 1998)

Mrs. Edith Marie SPRADLIN, 66, Rt. 3, Walnut Ridge, PSH Feb 21, 1975 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 19, 1998)

CHARLES (LAVELL) STACY, 779, of Blytheville, d. Mar 10, 1998 at Keith Acres Nursing Home in Blytheville. He was born Aug 8, 1918, in Water Valley, and a son of the late Elma Franklin and Clara Mae (Richardson) Stacy. Buried in Trinity Cemetery near Bono. PSH MAR 19, 1998

George P. STANDIFORD, 70, Ravenden. PSH June 20, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, June 18, 1998)

Mrs. Allie Rose STARLING, 85 of Ravenden Springs. PSH June 27, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, June 25, 1998)

BARBARA E. STATEN, 62, of Flemingsburg, KY, formerly of Pocahontas, died Dec. 16, 1998 at her home. Born in Fleming Co, KY Sept. 9, 1936, she was a dau of Anna Calvin Mitchell Hinton of Flemingsburrg and the late Rollie R. Hinton. She was the widow of Jack Staten, former Wal-Mart Manager in Pocahontas.She is buried at Sunset Memorial Gardens there and Boone-Nickell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. PSH Dec. 24, 1998

Rev. RALPH L. STATEN, 86, of Knoxville, TN, died Monday, Oct. 6, 1997. A son of the late Isom C. and Nona (Thompson) Staten. He was preceded in death by his wife Elsie (Lawless) Staten and a daughter Nancy Carol Staten, brothers, Roy and Charles; and his stepmother Mary D. Staten. He is survived by a son, Randall of Charlotte, NC, a daughter Ruth Ann of Knoxville, TN. a sister, Beulah Brinkley of Lake Station, IN, stepbrother, Lowell Duty of Mooreville, NC. Funeral services were held Wednesday evening at Wooddale Free Will Baptist Church in Knoxville, with Rev. Raymond Riggs of Cookeville, TN, Dr. Charles Thigpen of Nashville, TN. and Rev. Robert Hobbs of Wooddale, TN officiating. A graveside service will be held on Friday, Oct. 10, at Masonic Cemetery in Pocahontas, with Rev. Melvin Shelton officiating. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Leota Lena Stayton, 62 of Rt. # 1, Walnut Ridge (Fender Community), died in Randolph County Hospital Wednesday, August 7, 1963, after a long illness, She was born in Randolph County, February 4, 1901, a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Holmes) Wallace. She was the widow of Thomas Stayton. She is survived by a son, Thomas L. Stayton, Jr., a daughter Elizabeth Cooper of Pocahontas; a brother J. H. Wallace of Denver, CO; 2 sisters, Effie Williams and Jessie Raglin of Paragould, and 5 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Friday at the Church of Christ in Pocahontas with G. W. Allison officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. Submitted by dear old friend and neighbor, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Thomas Locard Stayton, age 49, died at his home, on Rt. # 1, Walnut Ridge, (Fender Community) Tuesday afternoon, July 18, 1950, following a serious illness of several months. Mr. Stayton was born August 26, 1900, at Peach Orchard but had spent most of his life in Randolph County. His Mother was the late Leora Johnson of Route 1, and he was one of the county's most highly respected citizens. Funeral services will be conducted at the Church of Christ in Pocahontas, at 2 o'clock this afternoon by Rev. Riley Henry. Interment will be in Masonic Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. He leaves a wife, Mrs. Leota (Wallace) Stayton, a son Thomas L. Stayton, Jr., a daughter Mrs. Clay (Elizabeth) Cooper; 2 half-brothers, Dr. Harry Johnson of Memphis and John C. Johnson of Pocahontas; a half-sister, Mrs. J. J. Morgan of Blytheville. Submitted by dear old friend and neighbor, Reba Morgan Alsup. NOTE FROM SUBMITTER: I knew Mr. Stayton as Tommie Johnson when I was growing up.

Nova Jewel Steimel, 67, of 2101 Whipperwill Drive, Pocahontas, died Monday, May 3, 1999, at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center. She was born June 2, 1931, near Holcomb, Mo., a daughter of the late John Henry and Ella Marie (Rasdon) Felkon. She was a study hall supervisor at Pocahontas High School. She is survived by her husband, Paul W. Steimel of the home; four daughters, Patricia Baltz of Memphis, Tenn., Shella Ledbetter of Pocahontas, Mary Procyk of Irvine, Calif., and Shelby Rowan of Maryville, Tenn.; three sisters, Evelyn Durham of Norwood, Ohio, and Pauline Letsinger and Belva Slatton, both of Walnut Ridge; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A rosary service was held Wednesday evening at 8 p.m., in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held today (Thursday) at 9 a.m., in St. Paul's Catholic Church with Rev. David Jacobs officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of McNabb's. Pallbearers will be Curtis and Shawn Baltz, Scott Miller, George Slatton and Myron and Lee Ledbetter. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

David Crockett STEVEN, 73, of the Gravesville Community. PSH Mar 23, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, Mar 19, 1998)

LUCILLE STOLT, 86, of Pocahontas, d. July 28, 1998 at Randolph Home. She was born Jan 15, 1912 in Hot Springs, was Randolph County Clerk from 1967 to 1976 and served on the RC Quorum Court from 1977 to 1982. Preceded in death by her husband, Clarence "Butch" Stolt. Buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH AUG 6, 1998

BOBBY GENE STONE, 46, of Imboden, died Dec. 18, 1998, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center, Jonesboro. Born June 12, 1952 in Randolph County, he was a son of Marzelle Gullett Stone of Imboden and the late Aubrey Stone. He is survived by his wife, ElFreda Stone of Imboden. He is buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH Dec. 24, 1998

George E. "Bill" STORY, 80, Pocahontas, PSH Apr 25 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Apr 23, 1998)

Thomas Clayton STORY, 82, Biggers. PSH 19 SEP 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH 17 Sep 1998)

MRS. JOSIE BISHOP STOUT, aged 73, passed away in Healdton, Oklahoma on July 4th. Mrs. Stout was born and reared at Hamil and was a daughter of the late W. H. and Sarah Houston Bishop. Survivors include two sons, Lowell and Lester Stout of Healdton; a brother, D. C. Bishop of Imboden; two sisters, Mrs. Paralea Jackson and Mrs. Tabitha Coward of Pocahontas and several grandchildren. PSH July 11, 1957. Submitted by Tammie Chada.

Jesse STRANGE, 75, Pocahontas. PSH Mar 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Mar 12, 1998)

Wess Strange, 47, Pocahontas, PSH Jan 2, 1975 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Dec. 31, 1998)

Jearl Dean STROUD, age 67, of Walnut Ridge, d. Aug 25, 197; b. Mar 22, 1930 in Lawrence County, son of Frank C. and Winnie Lorine (Higginbotham) Stroud. PSH August 28, 1997

Mrs. Kate Stubblefield, Beltsville, MD, Nov. 21, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Nov 19, 1998)

Mrs. Mary Jane Stubblefield, 87, of 1912 Thomasville, Pocahontas, passed away at her home there, Monday, June 25, 1973. She was born at Dalton, Feb. 3, 1886, a daughter of the late Rance and Jane Ballard Crawford. She is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Essie Barthel, Mrs. Bess Peters, and Mrs. Montez Barthel, all of Pocahontas; 3 brothers, Walter Crawford of Imboden and Ora and Willard Crawford of Lilbourn, Mo.; 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral home with Rev. W. Bradford officiating. Burial followed in Wells Cemetery under the direction of McNabb's. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup - from a written note found in her mother's things.

Wm. Earl STUBBLEFIELD, 82, of Pocahontas. PSH Feb 7, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 5, 1998)

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR TRAIN WRECK VICTIM LAST SATURDAY: Mrs. Sullinger was born April 29, 1934, at Fisher, AR., a daughter of Vernie and Linnie Mae (Baumgardner) Judd, now of O'kean. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband Clarence Sullinger, of the home; a daughter, Shelia and two sons, Roy and Darrell, of the home. 2 brothers, Lloyd and Leon Judd of Des Plaines, IL.; three sisters, Mrs. Joyce Vanwinkle of Wheeling, IL, Mrs. Vivian Span of Des Plaines, IL, and Mrs. Lorene Searcy of Jackson, MI. Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Verneal Sullinger, 33, of O'kean who was killed last Thursday, January 4, 1968,  when her car was struck be a train at the O'kean crossing, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at O'kean Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Gray officiating. Burial was in Randolph Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Taid and Sonny Ford, Frank Phillips, Rex Gentry and David Ball. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup on behalf of Edna Judd Morgan.

GEORGE HARVEY SULLINGER, 91, of Ravenden Springs, died Sept 14, 1998 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was a veteran of WWII. Born Dec 3, 1906 in Janes Creek Township, he was a son of the late William Marion and Amanda A. (Allison) Sullinger. He was buried in Yadkin Cemetery. PSH 17 SEP 1998

Eithel Romine SUMMERS, 79, of Pocahontas, d. Mar 20, 1998 at Lawrence Hall in Walnut Ridge; b. June 17, 1918 in Pocahontas, dau of late Wm. Edmon & Anna Mae (Haynes) Jones; Husbands Waymon Romine & Charlie Summers preceded her in death. PSH, March 26, 1998

Richard Allen SUNDIN, 56, of Pocahontas, d. Feb 4, 1998 at the VA Med Ctr in Memphis, TN. b. Mar 13, 1941 in Glen Robers, WV, son of late Clarence Sr. and Mary O'Neil Sundin; m. Mary Hendricks. PSH, February 12 AND 19, 1998

Abraham (Ham) SUTTON, 70, Pocahontas, PSH Apr 25 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Apr 23, 1998)

Annie SUTTON, On Monday, August 29th, the death angel visited this vicinity and took from our midst Mrs. Annie SUTTON, our dear old grandmother. Her age was about 73 years. Her suffering was great and while we miss her dear presence and it grieves us to give her up, we realize that she has paid the debt we all must pay sooner or later. She was sick about six months and before her death expressed a willingness to go. She was a consistent member of the Freewill Baptist church and always tried to live a good life. She leaves behind four children and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her death. To them we say, "weep not, dear children, but so live that when you are called you may meet her again." The remains were laid to rest in the Sutton graveyard, the funeral services being conducted by Rev. G.W. Million. PSH Sept 23, 1910. (Anne Noblin Sutton was the widow of James Franklin Sutton) Contributed by Bridgette Jansen Cohen

George W. SUTTON, the subject of this sketch, was born in the state of Missouri on Jan 15, 1856, and came to Arkansas with his parents when but a small boy and has spent the greater part of his life in Randolph County. He was married to Miss Tishie Million in August, 1877, and to this union twelve children were born, five of whom preceded their father to the spirit world. Brother Sutton suffered for several months with a complication of diseases and passed to his eternal reward at 10:30 o'clock p.m. July 19. He leaves a wife and seven children, namely: G.F., Will, and Wiley, who live near their father; Mrs. Burley Vandergriff of Keifer, OK, and Mrs. Dora Pitzenberger of Tulsa, OK, and Miss Pear and Bennie, who are yet at home. All the children were with their father, when death came, except Mrs. Vandergriff. The deceased was 60 years, 6 months and 4 days old. He was a consistent christian gentleman, a member of the Church of God and loved and respected by all. He bore his affliction without a murmur and trusted fully in God. His remains were followed to the Sutton cemetery by a large concourse of friends and relatives, on July 20, where they were laid to rest to await the final summons at the last great day. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. Weep not, dear friends, for he is free from all sorrow and pain. We cannot call him back but we can go to him, so let us live that when the end comes, we can say as he said, "Weep not, for I am going to be with Jesus." The angels came with silent treat, and gathered 'round our darling's bed, and to their shining home above, they bore him on their arms of love. By Edd Sparkman. PSH July 25, 1916. Contributed by Bridgette Jansen Cohen

Uncle Marion SUTTON, pioneer citizen of Randolph county, died last Friday, Feb. 6, at the home of his son, Vass Sutton, near town, following an illness of about eight days with pneumonia. All his children were present at his passing. Uncle Marion was known as a constructive citizen, having devoted much of his time during his long and useful life to community and church work. PSH Feb 12, 1931 Contributed by Bridgette Jansen Cohen

Mr. JAMES FRANKLIN SWANN, age *69 years, ten months and three days, died here Thursday afternoon at 4:25 o'clock, after an illness of 23 weeks. Funeral services were held at Mt. Zion Church Saturday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Clyde Long and Rev. Carl Reynolds, with interment at **Rose Mound cemetery. The casket was opened at Rose Mound for the benefit of those who could not go to the church. Mr. Swann was born in Pocahontas, Ark., July 18, *1858. He married Martha J. FLANNERY, who preceeded him in death about eighteen years ago. To this union were born nine children, four of whom are dead. Surviving the deceased are sons, M. A. Swann, of Commerce, George Swann of Klondike, a daughter, Mrs. H. A. Lindsey, of Mt. Zion (community), all of whom were present at his bedside, and sons, Fate Swann of Birdell, Ark., James F. Swann, Jr., of Waggoner, Okla. Mr. Swann spent most of his life in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. For the past six years, Texas has been his home. [Note: *should be 72 years, since he was born in 1854 not 1858] [**Rose Mound Cemetery is in Commerce, Texas] The Commerce Journal, Commerce, Hunt County, Texas, Friday, June 29, 1928. Contributed by Ann Lindsey Crumpton. Mr. Swann was my grandfather.

VIRGINIA LEE SWEENEY, 72, of Pocahontas, died October 15, 1998. She was born in Centralia, IL, Aug 16, 1926, a dau of the late Leslie and Bessie (Mullins) Schuchman. The body was cremated. Arrangements were under the direction of Cox-Waymon Funeral Home. PSH Oct 22, 1998.

Funeral services for Arcus Eli Swindle, 65, who died at his home near Middlebrook on Jan. 24, were held at Siloam by Rev. Wesley Henson of Doniphan on Friday afternoon. Pallbearers were Hite Mock, Loral Redwine, Talma Redwine, Fred Williams, Earl Vaughn, Junior Smith and Lehman Wright. Interment was under the direction of McNabb Undertaking Co. He is survived by his wife Mary Effie; 4 sons Greely of Middlebrook, Ralph and Ray of Dniphan and Grady of Pocahontas ; 8 grandchildren ; 2 brothers Horace of St Louis and Thurman of LeRoy ,Ill. ; 4 sisters Nancy Odom and Dovie Luter of Reyno, Belle Green of Doniphan and Teula Bates of Pocahontas. A grandson ,Pvt. Henry E. Swindle,son of Mr. and Mrs. Greely Swindle, who is serving with the Armed Forces in Germany ,was the only near relative who was unable to attend funeral services. Taken from the Feb.1, 1945 Star Herald. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Arcus Eli Swindle, 65, son of a pioneer Randolph County physcian, died Jan. 24, 1945 at his home near Middlebrook after an illness of several months. He was a son of the late Dr. William Thomas Swindle and Dora Hatley Swindle. The family was residing in Benton Co. Tenn. when son Arcus was born on Feb. 14, 1879. Mr. Swindle was Married to Effie Jones on Oct. 27,1900 and they were the parents of 4 sons ; Greely, Grady, Ralph, and Ray, all of whom survive.Mr. Swindle was a member of the Methodist church , Woodmen of the World, and for a number of years had served as a member of the Randolph County Democratic Central Commitee.Funeral arrangements have not been completed, but plans are that interment will be at Siloam Cemetery near Middlebrook, after arrival of out-of- state relatives. Taken from the Jan. 24,1945 Star Herald. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Emma Jane SWINDLE, 89, Biggers. PSH June 6, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 years ago, PSH June 4, 1998)

Graveside services for JESSIE PRATT SWINDLE, a 70 year old Weatherford, Oklahoma resident were held Wednesday morning at the Masonic Cemetery in Pocahontas under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. Don Strait officiated. Mrs Swindle was raised in Weatherford and graduated from Weatherford High School in 1944, and from Southwestern Teachers Collage in Weatherford. She was married to Tom Swindle on January 14, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri and they made their home in Clinton, Illinois. She taught music privately and in school for more than twenty years. She retired in 1984 and with her husband moved to Weatherford, Oklahoma in 1985. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her mother Phay Etta Pratt of Weathereford; a son Richard Swindle of Weatherford; a sister Tella Jean Cain of Tucson, Arizona. Her father Jesse Richardson Pratt preceded her in death. Pocahontas Star Herald.  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

WILLIAM THOMAS SWINDLE, 76, of Bono, a former resident of Pocahontas, died Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro. Born May 9, 1922, at Penfield, Illinois, he was a son of the late Thurman and Ethel Lindsay-Swindle. His wife Jessie Pratt Swindle also preceded him in death. He was a retired agent for the railroad. Survivors are a son Richard Swindle of Bono. Memorial services will be announced later by McNabb Funeral Home. Pocahontas Star Herald.   Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Vester Celine TABER, 79, Pocahontas. PSH June 6, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 years ago, PSH June 4, 1998)

Charlie Lee TAYLOR, 68, Thayer, MO., PSH Jan 31, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Jan 29, 1998)

Mrs. Fay Taylor, 81 of Pocahontas, PSH Dec 5, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

Mrs. Ida TAYLOR, aged 65, died at her home in Pocahontas Friday. PSH July 13, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, July 9, 1998)

George Waymon TAYLOR, 69, of Dalton, d. June 18, 1998 ; b. Feb 7, 1929 at Dalton; son of late Whitfield and Laura Susan (Boothe) Taylor; wife - Nola Smith Taylor. PSH JUNE 25, 1998

Michael Lee TAYLOR, 36, of Pocahontas, d. Aug 20, 1997; b. Oct 2, 1960 in Pocahontas; son of Irma Jean Taylor of Pocahontas and late Billy Taylor; paternal grandmother Georgia Taylor of Pocahontas. PSH August 28, 1997

Raymond Monroe TAYLOR, 70, Biggers. PSH July 11, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, July 9, 1998)

Mr. (Mrs??) Leota Beatrice TEMPLETON, 59, died at her home at Engelberg Friday night. PSH June 22, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, PSH June 18, 1998)

Antone Thiele, aged 19, son of Mrs. Wm. Thiele living two miles north of Pocahontas, died as the result of a bullet from a pistol. He and a companion were out hunting and it was believed the weapon was accidentally discharged while Thiele was loading it. PSH Dec.16, 1926 (taken from In The Long, Long Ago, PSH Dec. 10, 1998)

DOLORES ANN SORG THIELEMIER, 82, of Maynard, died October 22, 1998, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center, Jonesboro. Born Dec. 13, 1915, in Carthage, MO, she was a dau of the late Joe and Anna (Junkersfeld) Sorg. She is survived by her husband, George William Thielemier. Burial was held in St. John's Catholic Cemetery at Engelberg under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. PSH Oct 29, 1998

DARYL B. THIVIERGE, 46, of Traverse City, MI, died there Nov. 10, 1998. He was born July 9, 1952, in Star Lake, NY, the son of Arthur Clarence and Kathryn Isabelle (Beegle) Thirierge and had been a Traverse City resident since 1979. He was a veteran of the VietNam war. PSH Nov. 19, 1998.

William Thoma, 77 of Reyno, PSH Oct 31, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 29, 1998)

Cona (Agee) Thomas, 83, formerly of Pocahontas, died Friday, June 20, 1997, in Hot Springs. She was born in Pocahontas, Feb 17, 1914, only daughter of the late Samuel Jefferson and Cora (Hall) Agee. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pocahontas, past Worthy Matron of Eastern Star and retired from the Pocahontas school system after 37 years of faithful service. Mrs. Thomas is survived by two daughters, Elta Lee Johnson of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Rex Anne Waymon of Hot Springs; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rector Thomas, and eight brothers. Services were held June 23, at McNabb Funeral Home Chapel with James Anderson officiating. A tribute in song was given by her granddaughter, Laura Branson. Interment was at the Masonic Cemetery in Pocahontas. Pallbearers were Jerry, Charles, Rocky and Lynn Agee, Jack Jr. and Tripp Johnson. NOTE: Mrs. Thomas' family was friends of my parents, especially her brothers, William Edward "Ed" and Clay Agee. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Elmer THOMAS, 93, Myrtle MO. PSH Feb 7, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 5, 1998)

A Corning man apparently fell asleep at the wheel Jun 20, 1998 and was killed...Larry J. THOMAS, 44 died 10 miles north of Pocahontas. Larry E. Thomas, 11, a passenger was injured and taken to RC Med Ctr. Mr. Thomas b. May 9, 1954 in Corning, son of Carl Thomas and Joy (Gardner) Thomas of Corning; wife was Mary Jane Ballard Thomas. PSH JUNE 25, 1998

Mrs. Mary Janes THOMAS, 78, well-known lady of Attica; d. Feb 11 at her home. PSH Feb 16, 1950 (taken from In The Long Ago, PSH Feb 12, 1998)

Mrs. B.J. Thompson has received word that her brother, Lt. Gene MORENCY of Grand Rapids, MN, was killed in action in Korea on Dec. 11. PSH Jan 4, 1951 (taken from In the Long Ago, PSH Dec. 31, 1998)

George Edward Thompson, 59 well known farmer and merchant of Pocahontas died Tuesday. Son of late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Thompson. Leaves wife, Mrs. Myrtle Thomson 2 sons: Willard of Denver Co and Willis of Deleplane, 2 daguhters; Ouida Huckabee of St. Louis, and Joan Thompson of home 2 brothers; Robert of Pocahontas and Pat of Braden TN, 1 sister; Eliza Bounds of Perkins Ok that is everything I found on this family. PSH July 16, 1953. Submitted by Darla Hopper.

James Robert Thompson age 84 well known farmer b. Feb 10 1875 Ky a son of the late Sam and Mary Thompson, 1st wife: Cora Hunter, 2nd wife Emma Stout, 3rd Mrs. Emma Holstead 3 daugthers: Irene Waymon, Mary Crisp Stillwater Okl, Pearl Whitsell of West Plains Mo 4 sons: Eugene Thompson, Anderson Ind., Ralph Thompson St. Louis Mo. Daly Thompson and Jack Thompson of Pocahontas 1 Brother Pat of Mason TN 1 sister Eliza Bounds of Perkin Ok. PSH Aug. 13, 1959. Submitted by Darla Hopper.

John T. Thompson age 62 Randolph County Sheriff 1934-1938, passed away from Heart trouble. Born in Ky Jyuly 31 1884 he was the son of the late James S. and Eliza Jane White Thompson. Surviving are: wife Amanda Pace Thompson, 2 daughters: Beaulah Blankenship of Little Rock, Mrs. John Lee Gray of Ponca City Okl 1 son; Clifford Thompson of Akron OH 3 step children: Mrs. Grace Poindexter of Kennet Mo, Virgil and Guy Pace of Pocahontas 3 brothers: J R of Pocahontas, G E of Sharum, P H of Braden TN 1 sister Ruby Bounds of Perkin OK this is a long obit descibing the funeral and burial. PSH Oct. 17, 1947. Submitted by Darla Hopper.

Mrs. Maude THOMPSON, 86, Pocahontas, PSH Aug 16, 1973 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 28, 1997)

Mrs. Myrtle THOMPSON, 80, Pocahontas. PSH Oct. 10, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, News from the Past - 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 8, 1998)

Mrs. Vinnie E. THOMPSON of Kansas City, MO. PSH Aug 1, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH July 30, 1998)

Willis Woodrow THOMPSON, 79, of Pocahontas; d. June 18, 1998; b. Randolph County Feb 5, 1919; son of late George and Myrtle (Williams) Thompson; widower of Essie Pearl Thompson. PSH JUNE 25, 1998

EFFIE (PORTER) THORNTON b. 10 Jul 1886 d. 17 1915 Lawr. CO. AR. Submitted by Betty Sims.

JULIA THORNTON b. Apr 1882 d. 25 May 1903 Lawr. CO. AR. Submitted by Betty Sims.

Mrs. Sarah THROESCH, 77, a former resident of Randolph County, died Dec 1 in Pontiac, MI, where she has been making her home. She was born at Gatewood, MO May 28, 1882. Her remains are being brought to Pocahontas and arrangements will be announced by the McNabb Funeral Home. PSH Dec 24, 1959

Glenburn L. THROGMORTON, 42, West Helena, PSH Dec 20, 1973 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Dec 18, 1997)

Dr. Hiram L. Throgmorton, aged 56 of this city, died in a Jonesboro hospital after suffering a third attack of gall trouble. He was vice president and a director of the Randolph County Bank and owned considerable real estate and other property. PSH Dec. 2, 1926 (taken from In the Long, Long Ago, PSH Nov. 26, 1998)

Leon TIDWELL, 68, of Pocahontas, d. Jan 19, 1998; b. Mar 21, 1929 at Brookings; son of late Elmer and Mable Jones Tidwell; wife, Myra Nell Haynes Tidwell. PSH Jan 22, 1998

We are sorry to report the death of the babies of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Tistel. The babies were buried Monday. - Supply News. Feb., 1917

Ralph Marvin TONEY, 63, Dalton. PSH Feb 14, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Feb 12, 1998)

Winnie S. Toney, 75, life-long resident of Randolph County, PSH Dec 5, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

Ora Lee TORRY, 64, of Imboden; d. June 25, 1998; b. Oct 8, 1933, near Imboden; dau of late Lacy and Ruth (Helm) Bilbrey; widow of R. J. "Jim" Torry III. PSH JULY 2, 1998

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Toy, 68, Pocahontas, PSH Dec. 19, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Dec. 17, 1998) Submitted by Tammie Chada.

Ricky L. Tribble, 23, of Walnut Ridge, the grandson of a Randolph County man, was killed in this automobile which he was driving and was involved in a 7-vehicle-car pileup in Hwy. 67 south of Pocahontas, Thursday evening. The wrecks occurred at about 7:30 p.m., in dense fog. Three other drivers in the pileup were injured and hospitalized, Mrs. Tommie Stubblefield Tolson, 47, of Walnut Ridge (formerly of Randolph County); Marvin D. Lawson, 47, of Lake Charles, La., and Virgil Skaggs, 56, of Huff. Officers said the pileup occurred when Mrs. Tolson pulled from a side road leading from Southern Baptist College and pulled onto Hwy. 67 and was struck by a car. Moments thereafter, a pickup truck driven by Lee Taylor of Pocahontas hit one of the two cars and knocked it off the road, and Taylor's pickup came to a halt in front of a nearby service station. Within moments, a tractor-trailer hit Mrs. Tolson's car (from which she had alit) and knocked the car away from the impact area. Seconds later, a large auto transport truck piled into the back of the trailer-truck which had just hit the Tolson car, and young Tribble's car then piled into the back of the auto transport. Seconds later a huge trailer-truck plowed into the Tribble car and wedged the small car between the two large trucks, completely demolishing the Tribble car. Two other Randolph Countians were passengers in Lee Taylor's truck. They were Melvin Young of Birdell and Benny Blackwell of Pocahontas. All escaped injury, but Taylor's pickup was badly damaged. Tribble, a former Walnut Ridge High school star football player, was the son of Mrs. Bernice Modlin Tribble of Walnut Ridge, and the manager of Rorex Super Market in Walnut Ridge. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Billie Phillips Tribble; a brother, 2 sisters, and his grandparents, Earl Modlin of Pocahontas and Mrs. Mary Riggs of Walnut Ridge. Funeral services were at 2 p.m., Saturday at Bryan Funeral Chapel at Walnut Ridge, with burial in Masonic Cemetery in Pocahontas. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

VINCENT (BEANIE) TROXEL, 74, of Pocahontas, formerly of Reyno, d. Mar 12, 1998 at Randolph County Medical Center. Born May 23, 1923 in Datto, he was the son of the late Elmer and Gertrude Troxel. Wife - Betty Troxel. Buried in Johnston Cemetery near Reyno. PSH MAR 19, 1998

Albert Mosbey Tucker, 78, of Pocahontas , died at his home Sunday Sep. 5, 1965. He was born April 22, 1887 in Louisville ,Kentucky a son of of the late Albert C. Tucker and Mary Naomia Dowdy Tucker. He is survived by his widow Gracie Pratt Tucker of the home; 1 son Vernon Tucker of Route 2 ; 4 daughters Opal Camp of Pocahontas , Agnes Wyatt of Route 4 , Lucille Wells of North Star Rt., Imboden and Louise Hebert of Route 4 ; 2 half-sisters Ruby Jones of Pocahontas and Amby Riney of Knobel ; 15 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. O. Phillip May officiating. Burial was in the Shiloh Cemetery under the direction of MaNabb Funeral Home. Pallbearers were David DeVille, James Hefner, Ed Huddleston, Roe Hufstedler, Norman Hufstedler, and John Gordon. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Faye Elizabeth TUCKER, 48, Rockford, IL. PSH Aug 4, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 6, 1998)

H.R. TUCKER, aged 78, died at his home, Warm Springs, Route 1, October 18. PSH Oct. 26, 1950 (from In the Long Ago, PSH Oct 22, 1998)

Laurel Vernon Tucker, 86, of Pocahontas, died Friday, April 10,1998 ,at Randolph County Medical Center. He was born June 26,1911 in Knobel a son of the late Albert Mosbey and Gracie Ethyl Pratt Tucker. He was a heavy equipment operator for the Randolph Co. Highway Dept. Survivors are 2 sons Lee R. Tucker and James L. Tucker both of Pocahontas.; 2 sisters Agnes Wyatt of Memphis and Louise Hebert of Loranger La.; 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Lillian Levita Goodman Tucker and 2 sons George Albert and Earl Howard Tucker. Funeral services were held sunday in the chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Bro. Carl Massey officiating. Burial followed in the Shiloh Cem. Pallbearers were Stanley Tucker, Greg Wrenfrow, Bill and Danny Camp, Lanny Wells and Roe Hufstedler.  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Lillian L.Goodman Tucker, age 18, wife of Vernon Tucker, died at their home near Shiloh on Saturday, April 10, 1937.She was born Jan. 6,1919 in Harness Arkansas a daughter of Mrs. Laura Richardson Goodman Clark and the late Levi Goodman.Survivors in addition to her mother and husband is a 10 day od son Lee Tucker. Funeral services were conducted at the Shiloh Baptist church at 11 A.M. Sunday with Bro. Ralph Staten officiating. Interment was in the Shiloh Cemetery . McNabb Undertaking Co. was in charge. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Kathleen TUNSTILL, 86, of Pocahontas, d. June 30, 1998; b. March 3, 1912 in Athens, AL; dau of late George and Cora Wigginton; husband - Ernest Tunstill of Pocahontas. PSH JULY 9, 1998

MRS. AUDREY TURBYEVILLE, age 71, of Hoxie, died Tuesday night at 11;30 in Lawrence Memorial Hospital. She was born in Randolph County and lived at Sedgwick until moving to Hoxie 6 years ago. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband Bill Turbyeville of Hoxie ; 3 daughters Loretta Hubbart of Hoxie, Estalee Burns of Rt. 1 Hoxie and Thelma Boucher of Cleburne Texas ; one brother Herbert Pratt of Clover Bend ; two half brothers Melburn Hurn of Rt. 3 Walnut Ridge and Fletcher Hurn of Lynn ; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements will be by Bryan Funeral Home. Taken from The Walnut Ridge Times Dispatch July 3, 1975 ( Mrs. Turbyeville was the daughter of Lonnie B. Pratt and Martha Robertson Pratt Hurn) Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Funeral services for Mrs. AUDREY TURBYEVILLE of Hoxie who died July 1 at the age of 71, were held Friday afternoon at 2 in the Bryan Funeral Home Chapel with Harold Clement and Donald Lane officiating. Burial was in Lawrence Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers were Baudie Harp, Randal Holder, Allen Morrison, Luther Jones, Rodney Ellis, Lloyd Wright. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Delila Ann Turner, 65, of Rt. 1, Gibbers, PSH Dec 5, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

John Henry Turner, aged 25, son of Mr. and MRs. A. J. Turner, was drowned in Current River while two brothers and three friends looked on, helpless to render assistance. PSH Dec 9, 1926 (taken from In the Long, Long Ago, Dec. 3, 1998)

Lon E. TURNER, 85, of Cottonwood, CA, d. May 27, 1998; b. May 20, 1913 in Maynard, son of late Andrew and Ollie McClain Turner; wife - Lola; moved to Shasta County, CA in 1941. PSH June 11, 1998

EMMA IRENE TYER, 76, of Pocahontas, died Sept. 28, 1998, at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center, Jonesboro. She was born Apr 7, 1922, at Portia, a dau of the late Robert C. and Mary C. (Pickett) Hodge. She is survived by her husband, Homer H. Tyer. She is buried in Spikes Cemetery. PSH Oct 1, 1998

AMOS TYLER - Manuel Amos Tyler, 76, of Pocahontas, passed away in Baptist Hospital, Little Rock, last Friday. Born in Randolph County, March 23, 1895, he was a son of the late Peter Simpson and Elvira Rhodes Tyler. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mazie Bailey Tyler of Springfield, Ill.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Irene Hager of Bethany, Okla., Mrs. Lorine Jacks of Perkins, Okla., and Mrs. Bonnie Crenshaw and Mrs. Zella Mae Crenshaw, both of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a son, Voll Tyler, of Perkins, Okla; 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers, Hardy Tyler of Pocahontas, Carl Tyler of Naylor, Mo., Henry Tyler of Rt. 1, Pocahontas, Harvey Tyler of Halsington, Kansas and Bill Tyler of St. Louis, Mo.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Maude Bicker of Rt. 2, and Mrs. Thelma Lambert of Rt. 5, Pocahontas, and Mrs. Lola Ingram of Doniphan, Mo. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Monday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Glen Lewis officiating. Burial followed in Antioch Cemetery under direction of McNabb's. [Died 23 December 1971] Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Rev. Carl C. Tyler, 70 of Naylor, Mo., a former resident of Randolph County, died Thursday, July 19, 1973 in the Poplar Bluff, Mo., Hospital. He was born April 26, 1903, a son of the late Peter and Dollie Golden Tyler. He was a General Baptist minister. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Vica Tyler of the home; 3 daughters, Mrs. Jean Horgraves of Lemay, Mo., Mrs. Roxie Cunningham of Paragould and Mrs. Wilma Little of Hematite, Mo.; 2 sons, C.J. Tyler of Stewart, Ill., and Jackie Tyler of Harrisburg; 13 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mrs. Lola Ingram of Doniphan, Mo., and Mrs. Maudie Bickers and Mrs. Thelma Lamberts [sic] of Pocahontas; 4 brothers, Henry and Hardie Tyler of Pocahontas, Harvie Tyler of Mountain View, Mo., and Bill Tyler of Pacific, Mo. Funeral services were held at Parient Funeral Home in Naylor, Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m., with Rev. Clarence Cook officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery in Naylor. Submitted by Becky Lambert. Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Mrs. Dolly Victoria Tyler, aged 63, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Leslie Bickers of Ingram, Feb. 24. She was born in Howell County, Missouri, April 10, 1880, a daughter of Thomas and Marcy [sic, should be Mary] Golden. She was married to Peter A. [sic, should be S.] Tyler, July 17, 1899 and they were the parents of 11 children, seven of whom survive. Mrs. Tyler is survived by four sons, William H. Tyler of Black Oak; Carl C. Tyler of Doniphan, Harvy F. Tyler of Elm Store and Cpl. Willie W. Tyler, who is somewhere in England; three daughters, Mrs. Lola Ingram of Doniphan, Mrs. Thelma Lambert of Pocahontas and Mrs. Bickers; 28 grandchildren; two sisters and three brothers, Mrs. C. W. Poe, Mrs. W. M. Snodgrass, Henry, Jasper and Hutson Golden. Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Harvey Fletcher Tyler, 66, son of the late Pete and Dolly Tyler, died June 6. He was born in Pocahontas, August 2, 1916. He was united in marriage August 29, 1966 to Evelyn O. Reese. He is survived by his wife of the home in Mountain View, Mo.; one step-daughter, Sandra Butler, Mountain View; three sisters, Lola Ingram, Paragould, Maude Bickers and Thelma Lambert, Pocahontas. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Carl, Henry and Bill Tyler. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He was an inspector for cheese processing plants for many years. Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Hardy A. Tyler, 93, of 2008 Convent St., Pocahontas, passed away in Randolph County Hospital Saturday. He was born in Randolph County, Sept. 7, 1884, a son of the late Peter and Elvira Rhodes Tyler. His wife, Mrs. Malinda Jackson Tyler preceded him in death. He is survived by three sons, Rev. Alvin Tyler of Ellsberry, Mo., Burette Tyler of Fairfield, Ill., and Woody Tyler of St. Louis; a daughter, Mrs. Exie Wooldridge of Pocahontas; two half-brothers, Harvie Tyler of Mountain View, Mo., and Willie Tyler of St. Louis; three half-sisters, Mrs. Lola Ingram of Doniphan, Mo., Mrs. Maudie Bickers of Pocahontas and Mrs. Thelma Lambert of Rt. 5, Pocahontas; 17 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m., Monday in First Free Will Baptist Church with Revs. David Joshlin, George Ritter and Dewey Thompson officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were L. A. and H. A. Harris, Darrel Ray Vaughn, Donald Witter, Jim, J.B. and Andrew Tyler and Dennie Scarbaugh. Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Jimmie Lavugh TYLER, 51, of Pocahontas; d. Jan 17, 1998; b. in Pocahontas Nov 13, 1946, son of Christine Gunn Tyler Barstch of Pocahontas and the late Chester Tyler; wife, Diana Lewis Tyler. PSH Jan 22, 1998

MRS. MALINDA TYLER, 84, of 2208 Convent St., Pocahontas, passed away in Extendicare Nursing Home, Jonesboro, last Thursday. She was born in Alabama, Aug. 25, 1886, a daughter of the late Andrew and Catherine Brown Jackson. She is survived by her husband, Hardy Tyler of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Exie Wooldridge of Pocahontas; 3 sons, Rev. Alvin Tyler of New Florence, Mo., Burette Tyler of Fairfield, Ill., and Woodrow Tyler of St. Louis; a brother, Jim Jackson and a sister, Mrs. Susie Massey, both Pocahontas; 16 grandchildern [sic] and 24 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., Sunday in the Free Will Baptist Church here with Revs. Ben Scott and Glen Lewis officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were J.B. Andrew, Jim, H.A. and L.A. Tyler and Darrell Ray Vaughn. Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Paul D. TYLER, 76,of Waukesha, Wis., d. June 22, 1998. PSH JUNE 25, 1998

Mrs. Vica Alepha Tyler, 84, of Campbell, Mo., formerly of Naylor, Mo., died Wednesday evening at Doctors' Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Mo. She was a member of the Elm Grove General Baptist Church in Naylor. She was preceeded in death by her husband, Rev. Carl Tyler. Survivors include three daughters, Jean Hargraves of Lemay, Mo., Roxie Cunningham of Campbell, Mo., and Wilma Brinkley of Naylor; a son, Jack Tyler of Trumann; a sister, Bessie Yarber of Doniphan, Mo.; three brothers, L.A. Reed of Dexter, Mo., Charlie Reed and Homer Reed, both of Gatewood, Mo.; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday morning at 11 in Parrent Funeral Home chapel in Naylor. Burial will follow in Naylor Masonic Cemetery with Rev. Donald Clark and Rev. Vernon Cunningham officiating. Visitation will begin this afternoon at 5 at the chapel. [Looks like Nov. 7, 90 - was written in by hand] Submitted by Becky Lambert.

William Henry Tyler, 75, of Pocahontas, Rt. 1, died Monday evening in Randolph County Hospital. A retired farmer, he was a member of Elnora Freewill Baptist Church. He had lived near Pocahontas for 20 years and formerly lived at Caraway. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Edith Mae Tyler of the home; three sons, Wilburn annd [sic] Lilburn Tyler, both of Caraway, and Jerry Tyler of Pocahontas, Rt. 1; three daughters, Mrs. Jeanette Swaagel of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Gladys Morris of Black Oak, Rt. 1, and Mrs. Betty Houtz of Dundee, Mich.; a step-daughter, Mrs. Daisy Odom of Essex, Mo.; two brothers, Harvey Tyler, Mt. View, Mo., and Billy Tyler, St. Louis; three sisters, Mrs. Lola Ingram, Doniphan, Mrs. Maude Bickers, Rt. 1, Pocahontas and Mrs. Thelma Lambert, Rt. 5, Pocahontas; 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., today (Thursday) at Elnora Baptist Church with Revs. Melvin Shelton and Bill Halcomb officiating. Burial will be in Randolph Memorial Gardens under direction of Gregg Funeral Home of Walnut Ridge. Grandsons will be pallbearers. [Born: 11 May 1901; died: 9 May 1977] Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Willie W. (Bill) Tyler, 61, passed away Feb. 16 in V.A. Hospital, St. Louis. He was born June 2, 1918 in Randolph County, a son of the late Peter Simpson and Dolly Victory Golden Tyler. He was a veteran of World War II. He leaves three sisters, Lola Ingram of Rockford, Ill., Maudie Bickers of Pocahontas and Thelma Lambert of Attica; a brother, Harvie Tyler of Mountain View, Mo.; two daughters, Sharon Kay Duff of Supply and LeDenia Ungerank of Pocahontas; nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held Feb. 20 at 10:00 a.m. in Pheibes Pacific Funeral Home in St. Louis, with J. B. Ingram officiating. Burial followed in Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, St. Louis. [Died 16 February 1980] Submitted by Becky Lambert.

Opal Mae ULMER, 81, of Jonesboro, a former resident of Randolph Co, d. 19 Mar 1998 at St. Bernard's Reg Med Ctr, Jonesboro, b. in Stokes, m. Paul Ulmer. PSH, March 26, 1998

Albert Lee UPSHAW, 86, Pocahontas. PSH May 30, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH May 28, 1998)

VIVIAN FAYE UPTON, 77, of Ravenden, d. Mar 13, 1998 at her home. Born Dec 12, 1920 at Keffier, OK, she was a dau of the late William Walter and Lina Leora Bennett Taffar. She is survived by her husband, Lennie Edward Upton, who she married on Dec 21, 1938 at Egypt Grove, MO. Buried in Fowler Cemetery near Caulfield, MO under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. PSH MAR 19, 1998

JEREMY WILLIAM VANDERGRIFF, 24, of 722 Pettit Road, Pocahontas, died Nov. 16, 1998, at his residence. He was born Nov. 19, 1973, in Pocahontas, a son of Ruth (Ballard) Redus of Pocahontas and the late William Jerry Vandergriff. Surviving also are his grandparents, Cleatus Vandergriff, Maye Vandergriff and Mr. and Mrs. Edsel Ballard, all of Pocahontas. He is buried in Spikes Cemetery. PSH Nov. 19, 1998. PSH Nov. 19, 1998.

Mary Louise "Mollie" Pratt Shipman Vandergriff ,age 94, of 210 Olive passed away at Randolph County Nursing Home Dec. 23, 1983.She was a lifelong resident of Randolph County. She was born Oct. 23,1889 a daughter of the late Sterling Price Pratt and Clida Alexander Pratt. Survivors include a grandaughter Grace Shipman Hartgrove of Sierra Vista, Az.; 1 great grandchild ; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Monday Jan. 2,1984 a 11 A.M. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Nobel Wiles officiating. Burial followed in the Pratt Cemetery near Warm Springs . Pallbearers were Bill Carroll, Ted Bowers, Mitt ,Russ and Bill Bennett and Frank Kincade. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Sular VANDERGRIFF, 92, of Ravenden Springs. PSH June 13, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH June 11, 1998)

Marcus D. VanHOOSER, 64, Searcy. PSH July 25, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, July 23, 1998)

Louis VAUGHN, 71 of Reyno, d. Feb 6, 1998; b. Mar 22, 1926 at Hayti, MO. Wife - Jewel. PSH Feb 12, 1998

Raven "Buck" Lowell VAUGHN, age 71, d. June 5, 1998; a native of Pocahontas, he lived in Contra Costa County, CA for 46 years. wife, Georgia I. Vaughn. PSH JUNE 18, 1998

Cleo S. VAUGHT, 71, of Biggers, d. June 3, 1998; b. April 9, 1927 at Bono, son of late George William and Martha Vaught; wife - Polly. PSH June 11, 1998

Alta Bowers Veitch died at her home in Starkville, Mississippi, on Dec.27, 1997. She was buried in the Oddfellows Cemetery after services at First Presbyterian Church in Starkville on Dec.30, 1997. Mrs Veitch was born in Pocahontas to Joshua Cartee and Mary Etta Haynes Bowers on Sept.15, 1908. She graduated from Pocahontas High School and went to Walnut Ridge to work in the Foster Dry Good Store, owned by Fred and Pearl Bowers Foster. There, she met Purina Mills representative Thomas Edwin Veitch and they were married Aug. 31,1930, in Pocahontas. They settled in Starkville in 1935 and remained there for the rest of their lives. Ed preceded her in death in 1986. She was also preceded in death by a daughter Nancy Claire Veitch in 1936, and a brother Joe Bowers and 2 sisters Mildred Bowers and Della Bowers Hooten. She is survived by 2 daughters Virginia Cowsert and Mary Montgomery; 7 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren. The Veitches were both active in civic organizations and clubs untill the last few years. PSH FEB 5, 1998. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Edward R. Vester, 74, of Bismarck was born Nov. 5, 1900 in Pocahontas Ark and died Sept.14 at Farmington Community Hospital . He was the son of James A. Vester and Lara Phipps Vester. Surviving are his widow, Myrtle Goddard Vester of Bismarck;three sisters, Euna Weisenborn, Tura{Mrs Arthur} Zimmer. both of St. Louis and Wilma [Mrs. Raymond} Atwell, Leesburg; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons , Dr. James A. Vester and Raymond Vester. Mr. Vester was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bismarck; a Past Master of Bismarck Lodge 41 A.F.& A.M. and Sabylla Chapter 276 O.E.S. The body will lie in state at 7 p.m. tonight at Edna Lee Shipman and Sons Funeral Home in Bismarck. Services will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Bismarck with the Rev William Hodge officiating. Interment will be at the Masonic Cemetery in Bismarck. The Daily Journal, Park Hill Mo, St. Francois Co. Mo September 1975. Contributed by Pat Barnes Alred. My personal notes: Ed Vester lived in St. Louis until he retired from Granite City Steel. He then moved to Bismarck where his son Dr. James A. Vester had a practice. In documents obtained while Ed Vester lived in St. Louis, Ed stated he was born in Maynard Ark. Ed was grandson of John Berry Vester and Virginia Elnora "Jenny" Eagan Vester from Randolph Co Ark. His father James Alfred Vester is my great grand uncle.

John Berry VESTER was found dead in his bed Saturday February 11, 1922 by his wife at their home near Minorca. He was in his 79th year and had recently been indisposed and his children had been called to his bedside. He seemed to be getting better, however, and his going was not expected. Mr. Vester was a prominent citizen and farmer of this county and was an old Confederate Solider. Besides a wife and family he leaves a number of strong friends and several other relatives. The burial was in Pitman Cemetery.John Berry "Bud" Vester was born May 17, 1846 in Benton Co. Tn and was son of James Henry Vester and Elizabeth Ann Benton. His wife was Virginia"Jennie" Elnora Eagan. PSH Feb 17, 1922, Vol XLI No.27 Contributed by Pat Barnes Alred

Mrs. Mary Evalena VESTER, 86, Fort Pierce, FL, from PSH files of Mar 28, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Mar 26, 1998)

Cleo H. WADDELL, 80, of Pocahontas, d. July 8, 1998 at Randolph County Medical Center. Born Apr 9, 1918 at Hamil, he was a son of the late Witt and Ethel (Brady) Waddell and a WWII vet. Wife - Rebecca Batey Waddell. Funeral services were held in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home; he was buried in Gravesville Cemetery. PSH July 16, 1998

Mrs. Johnnie WADDELOW of Ponca City, OK; d. May 28, 1998; formerly Johnnie Lee Thompson, dau of late John and Amanda Thompson and a 1941 graduate of Pocahontas High School. PSH JUNE 18, 1998

Edith Claire WADE, 71, of Smithville, d. Dec 14, 1997 ; b. June 25, 1926 at Holbrook, AZ; dau of late Chester A. and Edith Leota Murphy Cochran; widow of William H. Wade. PSH Dec 18, 1997

Raymond WALKER killed in Michegan Auto Accident:; Raymond Walker, age 38 , of Dwaine Michegan was killed in an automobile accident there at 10:30 Friday night. He was born in Pocahontas Jan. 1920, was a veteran of WWII . He was taken prisoner of War at Corregidor and was in the Bataan death march. He was a Japanese prisoner for 3 and a half years and underwent dire privations during that time . After his release Mr. Walker returned to Pocahontas but had lived in Michegan for several years. His wife is former Miss Pauline Capps, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Capps of Dwaine. Funeral services were conducted in Dwaine Tuesday and internment was in a cemetary there. He leaves his wife, three sons Johnny, Gary, and Ronnie, three daughters, Katherine, Wanda, and Helen Louise, of the home, his father L.M. Walker, his mother Mrs. Cloe Myers Walker of Dielstadt, MO, a sister Clara Griffin of Dielstadt, two aunts Mrs. Clarence Atkins of Pocahontas and Mrs. Alice Binkley of Walnut Ridge. Among the relatives who were in Michegan for funeral services were Miss. Nola Halford a cousin; Miss. Maud Capps, both of Pocahontas. PSH November 1958; Contributed by Will Walker

ZITA MARIE WALKER, 88, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 2, 1998, at the Pocahontas Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born Nov. 12, 1909 in Brockett, a dau of the late Joseph and Anna Sabella (Neff) Weisenbach. Her husband, John Joseph Walker, preceded her in death. She was buried in St. John's Catholic Cemetery at Engelberg under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. PSH Nov 12, 1998

Mrs. Rebecca Lavina WALL, 79, Kennett, MO, PSH Aug 16, 1973 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 28, 1997)

Anna Ruth WALLACE, 79, of Pocahontas, d. Aug 20, 1997; b. June 24, 1918 at Surridge; dau of late Frank and Winnie Nell James Ellis; husband, Dailey Wallace. PSH August 28, 1997

John Carrol (J.C.) WALSER, 74, Pocahontas, PSH Jan 24, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Jan 22, 1998)

Floyd Rosechester WANTLAND, 81, Rt. 3, Pocahontas, PSH Apr 25 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Apr 23, 1998)

Mrs. Fannie WATSON, 75 of Pocahontas. PSH June 27, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, June 25, 1998)

JACK DEMPSEY WATSON, 76, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 16, 1998, at Randolph County Medical Center. Born Aug. 14, 1922, in Porum, OK, he was a son of the late Benjamin Rush and Rachel (Allen) Watson. He was a veteran of WWII. He is buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH Nov. 19, 1998.

Herbert Bruce WAYLAND, 91, of Reyno, d. June 15, 1998; wife - Ethel (Benson) Wayland. PSH JUNE 25, 1998

Anna Faye WAYMON, 53, of Pocahontas; d. May 31, 1998; b. May 24, 1945 at Biggers; dau of late Floyd and Lula Risenhoover Hart; husband - Dick Waymon of Pocahontas. PSH June 4, 1998

Mrs. Merel S. WAYMON, 85, of Pocahontas, d. Aug 20, 1998; b. July 2, 1912, at Brockett. She was a dau of the late William and Lucie Hart Sago. Survived by her husband, William Henry "Jack" Waymon of Pocahontas. Buried in Masonic Cemetery, Pocahontas; Cox-Waymon Funeral Home directed the services. PSH Aug 27, 1998.

OPAL NAOMI WAYMON, 91, of Jonesboro, a former resident of Randolph County, died Aug 13, 1998 at St. Bernard's Regional Medical Center, Jonesboro. She was born Oct 18, 1906 in Randolph County, and was a dau of the late G. G. and Elva (Russell) Winebaugh. Preceded in death by her husband, Jim Waymon. Buried in Randolph Memorial Gardens. PSH Aug 20, 1998.

Mrs. Bessie Jane WEATHERFORD, 49, died at home. PSH Feb 23, 1950 (taken from In The Long Ago, PSH Feb 19, 1998)

GERTIE BEATRICE WEATHERFORD, 87, of Ravenden Springs, d. July 15, 1998; b. Feb 26, 1911 in Cooterville, MO; dau of the late William Tapley and Emma Tucker (Barlow) Slayton; widow of James Robert Weatherford. PSH July 23, 1998

Arthur P. WEATHERLY, 87, Pocahontas. PSH July 18, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, July 16, 1998)

GUS EDWARD "TED" WEITKAMP, 74, of Imboden, died Nov. 7, 1998, at his home. He was born Dec 30, 1923, in Randolph County, a son of the late William Peter and Belle Marie (Clark) Weitkamp. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Weitkamp. He is buried in Sharum Cemetery. PSH Nov 12, 1998

Mrs. Myrtle Belle Weitkamp, 87 of Rt. 1, Delaplaine, passed away in Randolph County Hospital, November 20, 1977. She was born September 22, 1890, in Clay County, a daughter of the late Sam and Martha Ann (Forbes) Clark. Her husband, William Peter Weitkamp preceded her in death. Survivors include four sons, Clarence Weitkamp of Ravenden Springs, Ray Weitkamp of Rt. 1, Pocahontas, Edward Weitkamp of Peoria, IL, and Darrell Weitkamp of Rt. 1, Delaplaine; four daughters, Mrs. Mable Cross of Paragould, Mrs. Lena Stone of Walnut Ridge, Mrs. Roslee Crawford of Rt. 1, Biggers, and Mrs. Eunice Holbrook of Holly Springs, MO. 36 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 23, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Carl High officiating. Burial followed in Sharum Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were Emmit Stone, Billy Weitkamp, Leo Cross, W. E. and Jim Weitkamp, Henry Holbrook, Bill Clark and Jerry Crawford. Submitted by family friend, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Agnes E. Wells, 77, of Rt. 1, Walnut Ridge (Fender Community), passed away in Randolph Home, Wednesday, November 30, 1977. A lifelong resident of Randolph County, she was born September 3, 1900, a daughter of John Wesley and Melissa Ann (Clayton) Finley. Her husband, Charles A. Wells preceded her in death. She is survived by three sons, Calvin Wells of Jonesboro and Albert and Harold Wells of Rockford, IL., three daughters, Mrs. Nina Wheat of Rialto, CA., Mrs. Melissa Simington of Pocahontas, and Mrs. Patsy Carlton of Rockford, IL.; two sisters, Mrs. Lettie Stoddard of Memphis, TN. and Mrs. Docia Blansett of Lincoln, CA. 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Curtis Smith officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Submitted by niece, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Bertha Mae Wells, 94, of Jonesboro, died at Randolph County Medical Center, Wednesday, January 26, 1994. She was born February 21, 1899, at Fender, a daughter of Marion and Sarah Ellen (Owens) Stroud. Her husband John T. Wells and a son Tommy Edward Wells preceded her in death. She is survived by a son Charles Wells of Jonesboro; a stepdaughter Elda Swyres of Ellington, MO; a niece, Lois Jane Roemig of St. Louis, MO; eight grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Ted Roemig and Bill Gray officiating. Burial followed in Masonic. (Reba's note: Bertha Wells lived many years in Pocahontas and was only in Jonesboro when she became unable to care for herself.) Submitted by niece, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Billy Wells, 53, of Rt# 3, Walnut Ridge passed away in Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Walnut Ridge, Tuesday, August 30, 1977. He was born in Randolph County, June 23, 1924, a son of Mrs. Agnes (Finley) Wells and the late Charles A. Wells. He was a veteran of World War 11. In addition to his mother, who resides in Pocahontas, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Helen (White) Wells of the home; a son Jerry Ronald Wells of Rt. # 3, Walnut Ridge, two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Ann Cummings of Sikeston, MO., and Mrs. Susan Wycoff of Jonesboro; three brothers, Calvin Wells of Jonesboro, Harold and Albert Wells of Rockford, IL; three sisters, Mrs. Nina Wheat of Rialto, CA, Mrs. Melissa Simington of Pocahontas and Mrs. Patsy
Carlton of Rockford, IL; and 2 granddaughters. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. last Thursday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Forrest officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Submitted by a cousin, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Charles A. Wells, 79, of Rt. 1, Walnut Ridge (Fender Community), passed away in Randolph Home, Wednesday, November 5, 1975. He was born May 25, 1896, in Lonoke Co., AR. a son of John Calvin and Mona (Lester) Wells. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Agnes (Finley) Wells of the home. 4 sons, John Calvin Wells of Rt. 1, Walnut Ridge, Billy Wells of Rt. 3, Walnut Ridge, and Harold and Charles Albert Wells of Rockford, IL.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Nina Wheat of Rialto, CA, Mrs. Malissia Simington of Pocahontas and Mrs. Patsy Carlton of Rockford, IL. 2 brothers, Matthew Wells of Kensett and John Wells of Pocahontas. 5 sisters, Mrs. Annie Payne of Marmaduke, Mrs. Esther Livingston of Fresno, CA., Mrs. Inez Endicott of W. Palm Beach, FL., Mrs. Mae Morgan of Coulterville, IL and Mrs. Grace Caradine of Searcy. 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held last Friday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Lowell Graham officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Submitted by niece, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Charles Albert Wells, Jr., 66, of Rockton, Ill, went to be with Our Lord at 12:43 a.m. Saturday, Jan 1, 2000, from Fair Oaks Health Center. He was born June 12, 1933, Walnut Ridge, Ark, Rt. 1, son of Charles A. Sr. and Effie Agnes (Finley) Wells. He married Patsy E. Eubank in Pocahontas, Ark, on Dec. 31, 1953. Charles was an Army Veteran. He retired from Twin Disc in March of 1986 after 35 years of dedicated service. He loved fishing, baseball and reading Westerns. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Survivors include his wife, Patsy; daughter Sheila (Steve) Stroud of Rockford, Ill; a son Mark (Heidi) Wells of Seattle, Wash; sisters, Nina Wheat of Fontana, Calif., and Patsy (Bill) Carlton of Roscoe, Ill; two brothers, John C. Wells of Walnut, Ridge, Ark and Harold (Jennie) Wells of New Milford, Ill; numerous special nieces and nephews, and many caring friends. Predeceased by his parents, two brothers, Billy and Lloyd Wells, and one sister Molissa Simington. Services at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, with the Rev. Ron Meyer, pastor of First Baptist Church of Machesney Park officiating. Burial was in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Machesney Park, Ill. Visitation from 1 p.m. until service time Thursday in the funeral home. Submitted by first cousin, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Earl WELLS, 66, Pocahontas, PSH Apr 25 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Apr 23, 1998)

John Calvin Breckenridge Wells, age 59 years, formerly of the Sharum Community, died at his home near Bay, AR. June 9, 1919. He was born April 3, 1860, in TX. a son of Charles Albert and Phoebe Annie (Morgan) Wells. He is survived by his wife Mona (Lester) Wells and 9 children: John T. Wells, Mrs. Annie McConnell and Mrs. Esther Burruss, of Sharum; Charles A. Wells of O'kean; Inez, Mae, Grace, Matthew and Noah Wells of the home; his mother, Mrs. Phoebe A. Wells of Atoka, OK.; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and 2 sons, Vernon and Clarence Wells. He was a farmer and a member of the Baptist Church. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. W. T. Shoffitt, with burial in the Wilson Cemetery, near Bay, AR. Submitted by granddaughter, Reba Morgan Alsup.

John Thomas Wells, 88, of Rt. 1, Pocahontas, passed away in Randolph Home, Wednesday, April 6, 1977. He was born at Rose Bud, December 21, 1888, a son of John Calvin and Mona (Lester) Wells. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Bertha (Stroud) Wells of the home; two sons, Charles Wells of Malden, MO, and Thomas Wells of Memphis, TN; a daughter, Mrs. Elda Swyres of Ellington MO; a foster daughter, Mrs. Lois Roemic, of St. Louis, MO; a brother Matthew L. Wells of Kensett; five sisters, Mrs. Annie Payne of Marmaduke, Mrs. Esther Livingston of Fresno, CA., Mrs. Inez Endicott of W. Palm Beach, FL., Mrs. Mae Morgan of Coulterville, IL., and Mrs. Grace Caradine of Searcy; 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral home with Rev. George Ritter officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge. Submitted by niece, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Lillie Lucille Wells, 68 of Imboden passed away at her home in Imboden on April 11,1987. She was born April 10, 1919 in Randolph County, a daughter of the late Albert M. and Gracie Pratt Tucker. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by her husband Guy Wells of the home; 1 son Lanny Wells of Imboden; 1 brother Vernon Tucker of Pocahontas; 3 sisters Opal Camp and Agnes Wyatt of Pocahontas and Louise Hebert of Loranger La.; 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She was preceded in death by 2 daughters Noveline Moore and Shelba Jean Berry. Funeral services were held at 1 P.M. Tuesday in the chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Danny Wells officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Lee and James Tucker, Bill and Danny Camp, Gary Wells and Jimmy Menard. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Lloyd Paul Wells, age 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Wells of Rt. # 1, Walnut Ridge (Fender), died in Baptist Hospital, Tuesday afternoon November, 8, 1947 from gun shots wounds suffered near his home on Monday. He was squirrel hunting with his father and brother, Albert, when Albert's gun accidentally discharged. Lloyd was a graduate of Delaplaine High School and had lived in the Fender Community all his life. Funeral services were conducted at the family home by the Rev. W. Harry Hunt and interment was in the Masonic Cemetery in Pocahontas, with Johnson Funeral Home of Walnut Ridge in charge. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Billy of Walnut Ridge, Rt. #1, Calvin, Harold and Albert, all of the home, three sisters, Mrs. Nina Wheat of Memphis, Mrs. Malissa Simington of Pocahontas, and Patsy of the home and his grandmother, Mrs. Malissa Finley of Walnut Ridge, Rt# 1. Submitted by his cousin, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Mona Wells, age 76, widow of John C. Wells, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Henry Morgan of near O'kean, at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 1946. She was born in Richland Co., IL. April 12, 1869, a daughter of John T. and Hannah (Shaw) Lester, and was married to Mr. Wells in 1887. She was the mother of 11 children, and was preceded in death by her husband and two children, Vernon and Clarence Wells. Mrs. Wells had been a faithful member of the Pentecostal Church for a number of years. Survivors are 9 children: John Wells of Pocahontas; Charley Wells of Walnut Ridge Rt. # 1 (Fender Community); Matthew Wells of Trumann; Noah Wells and Mrs. Esther Livingston of Fresno, CA.; Mrs. Annie Thomas of Coulterville, IL.; Mrs. Mae Morgan of near O'kean; Mrs. Inez Endicott of Manila; and Mrs. Grace Caradine of Cash; 39 grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at Sharum Church, Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. Ralph Staten, and interment was in the Sharum Cemetery. Submitted by granddaughter, Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Pearl B. WELLS, 79, Pocahontas. PSH 5 Sep 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH 3 Sep 1998)

JOSEPH A. WHARTON, 66, of Flint, MI, d. Mar 13, 1998 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Born Jan 10, 1932 in Pocahontas, he was the son of William L. and Gladys (Thomas) Wharton. He married Anna Owens on Dec 24, 1954 in Flint, MI, who survives. Buried in Flint Memorial Park. PSH MAR 19, 1998

James Elmer Wheeler, 67, died at his home on Route 2, June 29, 1967.  He was born March 1, 1900 in Missouri a son of the late Elmer and Lulla Mitchell Wheeler. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Lottie Wheeler of Route 2; two daughters, Mrs. Harold Cantrell of Marked Tree and Mrs. George Wheaton of Benton Harbor, Mich.; two sons, H. F. Wheeler of Lakeland, Fla. and J. D. Wheeler of Plant City, Fla.; twenty one grandchildren and two great grandchildren; one brother Talmage Wheeler of Pocahontas; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Persful, Mrs. Cora Tucker, Mrs. Lucy Gullett and Mrs. Audie Hurn all of Route 2. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Bro. Cecil Wilson officiating.  Burial was in Masonic Cemetery under direction of McNabb Funeral Home. Submitted by Cathy Powell.

Mrs. Lottie Evelyn Penn Wheeler, 75, Rt. 2, Pocahontas, passed away in Randolph Home, Wednesday, Feb. 17, 1982. She was born Aug. 1, 1906 in Randolph County, a daughter of the late Richard Franklin and Emma Bell Price Penn.  Her husband, James Wheeler preceded her in death.Price Penn.  She was born Aug. 1, 1906 in Randolph County, a daughter of the late Richard F. and Emaly Bell Price Penn. Her husband, James Wheeler, preceded her in death in June, 1967. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Verda Niswonger of Pocahontas; two step-sons, J. D. Wheeler of Plant City, Fla., and Herbert Wheeler of Webster, Fla.; two step-daughters, Mrs Norma Lee Cantrell of Payneway, and Mrs. Nadine Wheaton of Benton Harbor, Mich.; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Hamilton of Pocahontas; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Larry Brinkley officiating. Burial followed in the Masonic Cemetery with McNabb's in charge.  Pallbearers were Herman and Frankie Penn, Duel Grissom, Joe Sanders, Gene Dauck, and Bryan Griffith.  Submitted by Cathy Powell.

Mrs. Mintora Stella WHEELESS, 84, Walnut Ridge., PSH Jan 24, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Jan 22, 1998)

Opal L. WHITAKER, 83, of Memphis, d. Aug 18, 1997. PSH August 28, 1997

Delphia O. WHITE, 91, a longtime Baker City, Oregon resident, died October 1, 2998 at St. Elizabeth Health Services. Her funeral will be at 11am Tuesday at the Coles-Strommer-Monroe Funeral Home, 1950 Place St. Vault interment will follow at Mr. Hope Cemetery. Pastor George Shurtleff of Oregon City will officiate. Mrs White was born Nov. 7 1906 at Imboden, Arkansas to Rhoda Bell Dodson and C. Walter Harkness. She received her limited early education in Arkansas. She went on to learn to read and write and was an avid reader until she lost her sight. She married Elihu E. White on June 9, 1923 at Powhatten, Arkansas. They moved to Oregon in 1939. She dedicated her life to her family. she loved cooking, sewing, gardening, fishing and hunting. She wanted her family to always be with her. At age 53 she went to wok at St. Elizabeth Nursing Home where she worked for 17 years until they retired her. she wanted to work forever. She loved the old folks, many who were younger than she, and they in turn loved her. She was told she didn't have to worry about going to heaven because she was already an angel. She was truley loved by many. Survivors indlude her daughters, Daisy Sweeter of Albany, Katherine Shurtleff of Oregon City, Dorthy Petty and Beulah Roberts of Baker City and Retha Reese of LaGrande; sons Ruben of Prarie City, Ben of Mondamin, Iowa and Teddy of Baker City; 27 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren and 14 gggrandchildren; sister Isabell Holt of Lebanon and Beatrice Haney of Dayton.She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, a daughter, Riosie Miller and son Wayne, a grandson; two granddaughters; and two son-in-laws, Robert Miller and Clarence Sweeter. Contributed by Judy White

Mrs. Geneva Riddle White, aged 89, died at the home of her son, Will S. White in Pocahontas, Saturday. PSH Nov 2, 1950 (from IN THE LONG AGO, PSH Oct 29, 1998).

Mrs. Geneva Angelina Victoria Ellen (Riddle) White, age 89, died at the home of her son, Will S. White, on Saturday, October 28, 1950. Wife of the late D. Pierce White and the only surviving child of Dr. Meredith Monroe Riddle and Ruth (Reed). She was born near Des Arc, Iron County, Missouri but lived most of her life near Ravenden Springs and in Pocahontas. She is survived by three of her six children; John, wife Anna and their eight children; Will, wife Lorene and their son, Willis; and Ella, husband Luther Crays and their daughter Opal (Phillips). She joins three deceased children; Anna, James (Jim) and Mary Susan Anderson. She also leaves many grandchildren, including Betty (Anderson), her husband Jud Grisson and their daughter, Nadine; Truman Anderson, wife Clara Fern (Baker) and their children, Frances, Thurman Jerry and Jim; and Roscoe Anderson, his wife Delores and their three children, Lanny, Jeannie (Reynolds) and Thyrsie (Cahoon). Mrs. White was affectionately known to her Riddle relatives as "Aunt Jenny." Services will be at the Free Will Baptist Church in Pocahontas, followed by internment at Masonic Cemetery.  Submitted by: Elmer Thurman Anderson

GEORGE F. WHITE, 90, of Perryville, MO, died Sept 8, 1998, in Perryville. He was born Oct. 8, 1907, at Dalton, to the late James R. and Henry Lee (Brooks) White. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jettie B. Reynolds White and funeral services were under the direction of Young and Sons Funeral Home in Perryville. PSH 10 Sep 1998

Russell Johnny White, 78, of Benton Harbor, Mich., died in the home of a daughter in Benton Harbor Saturday, Nov. 28, 1987. He was born Nov. 23, 1909 in Randolph County, a son of the late Bilbrey Newton and Annie Laura (James) White. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rosa Lee (Reel) White of the home; four daughters, Mrs. Helen Lipsmeyer of Minturn, Mrs. Mary Bates and Mrs. Freda Robinett of Benton Harbor, Mich., and Mrs. Marzell Davis of Walnut Ridge; two sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Parton of Caraway and Mrs. Pauline Carlton of Tucson, Ariz.; nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Rev. Lowell Graham officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens with McNabb's in charge. Pallbearers were Kenneth Bates, Jerry Wells, Steve Davis, Lee Cummings, Robert White and James Brown. Submitted by Reba Morgan Alsup.

Mrs. Almeda Pearl WHITSON, 72, Pocahontas, PSH Dec 20, 1973 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Dec 18, 1997)

James Arthur Whittenburg, age 95, passed away Feb. 26,1987 at Rosehaven Convalecent Home in Datto. He was born Jan. 14,1892 in Warm Springs ,a son of the late Abraham and Juanita Rusk Whittenburg. He lived in this area all of his life and operated a general store in E. Pocahontas for 26 years. On Sept. 12,1915 he married Miss Fannie Belle Adams daughter of Thomas E. and Lucie O. Pratt Adams.Mr Whittenburg is survived by 2 sisters Nola King of Pocahontas and Sarah Goheen of Barnhart, Mo. He was preceded in death by his wife, 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Funeral services were held at 10 A.M. Feb. 28 in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home With Bro. Samuel Rogers officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Gardens in Pocahontas . Pallbearers were Jim Bradshaw, Phil Collins, Roger Hovis, Thomas Johnston, Loren Robinson and Ralph Morrow. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Fannie Belle Whittenburg, 73, of Rt.1 Pocahontas passed away in Randolph County Hospital on Tuesday Aug. 4, 1970 . She was born in Randolph County on June 27,1897 a daughter of the late Thomas and Lucie Pratt Adams. She is survived by her husband J.A. Whittenburg of the home; 1 sister Trellos Crawley of Reyno; 3 brothers Norace Adams of Corning , Horace Adams of Grand Junction, Az.and Jesse Adams of Poynor ,Mo. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 A.M. Friday in Shannon Baptist church with Rev. Hubert Johnson Officiating. Burial will bollow in Randolph Memorial Gardens with McNabb Funeral Home in charge. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

William Walter Whittenburg, 78, Pocahontas, PSH Dec.12, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, 24 Years Ago, PSH Dec. 10, 1998)

Mrs. Bessie Lee WILKERSON, 64, Portia. PSH Aug 4, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 6, 1998)

Eunice Malinda WILLIAMS, 81, of Imboden, d. Jul 7, 1997; b. Nov 26, 1915 at Attica; dau of late S. C. and Emily Jane (Ulmer) Roberts; husband Wilbur L. Williams. (Picture included) PSH JULY 10, 1997

Mrs. Lula C. Williams, 66, of Pocahontas, PSH Oct 31, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 29, 1998)

Vester WILLIAMS, of Maynard was injured critically Tuesday afternoon about 4 o'clock when his automobile was in a head-on collision with another car on Hwy. 63 at Trumann. Mr. and Mrs. Wirt Criss of Trumann, occupants of the other automobile, were killed in the crash. Eye witnesses reported that the crash occured when the Williams auto, traveling south, attempted to pass a truck and was unable to pull back in time to avoid crashing head-on with the Criss automobile. He was taken immediately to St. Bernard's Hospital in Jonesboro, where he is in serious condition. Mr. Williams was in another automobile accident between Pocahontas and Maynard several weeks ago and had not fully recovered from injuries suffered in that crash. PSH 29 Dec 1949

JEWELL HAZEL "GYP" WILLIFORD, 81, of Denver, Colo., died Aug. 27, 1998, at Randolph County Medical Center. She was born July 5, 1917, near Williford, a dau of the late Quentin Craig and Beatrice Lyons (Davidson) Williford. She was cremated. PSH 3 Sep 1998.

Ruby Mae WILLIFORD, 74, affectionately called "Big Mama" of Mounds, IL, formerly of Pocahontas, d. May 31, 1998; m. Ted Williford, Sr. PSH June 11, 1998

Mattie Lee Hannah ( PARKS ) WILSON: Mrs. Mattie L. Wilson was born March 28, 1897 in Datto and died September 16, 1982 in Simpson General Hospital, Mendenhall, Mississippi. She was 85 years old and a member of the Datto Baptist Church. Her husband Perry Wilson, preceded her in death on January 17, 1968. Surviving are two sons, James Wilson of Mendenhall, Mississippi and Everett Wilson of Ogden, Utah; two sisters, Mrs. Lydia Keith of Pocahontas and Loraine Reid of O'Fallon, Missouri. There are seven grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Saturday morning in Datto Baptist Church by Reverend J. C. Wilkes. Burial was in the Richwoods Cemetery under direction of Ermert Funeral Service. (I don't know when Matties's obit was published, but I believe that it was published in the Pocahontas Star Herald and judging by the death date it must have been about the 16 September, 1982.) Contributed by Skip Wilson

Mrs. Naomi Berniece WILSON, 53, of Walnut Ridge.. PSH Aug 15, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 13, 1998)

Shanna Rae Wilson, 19, of 54 Bermuda Trail, Pocahontas, died Thursday, July 15, 1999, at Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock.  She was born April 30, 1980, in Paragould, a daughter of Don and Becky Wilson of Pocahontas.  her grandfathers, Cecil Wilson and V.L. Williams, also preceded her in death.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandmothers, Ruby Wilson of Pocahontas and Willodine Williams of Riverside, Calif.; three sisters, Suzanne Hawkins and Julie Wilson, both of Pocahontas and Cara Jobe of Mobile, Ala.; two nephews and a niece.  Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Westridge Church of Christ with Phil Brinkley and Larry Owen officiating.  Burial followed in Palestine Cemeter, under direction of McNabb Funeral Home.  Pallbearers were Shaun Hatch, Darren Gowen, Heath Boothby, James Gowen, Phillip Brinkley and Moye Hawkins.  A memorial service was held Monday, July 19, at the Conway Human Development Center's Chapel with Chaplain George Andrews conducting the service. PSH July 22, 1999.

JOSEPH ERNEST WINCHESTER, 99, of Pocahontas, formerly of Imboden, died Sept. 27, 1998 at Randolph Home. He was born Oct. 16, 1898, in Denton, and the son of Rev. James T. and Sarah Ann (McCarthy) Winchester. He married Esther Lily Jean on April 26, 1924, in Black Rock, who preceded him in death on Feb. 17, 1993. He is buried in New Hope Cemetery in Smithville. PSH Oct 1, 1998

ELSIE WINEBAUGH, 76, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 24, 1998, at her home. Born Aug 12, 1922 near Attica, she was a dau of the late Eunice Harvey and Annettie Ethel (Hannaford) Winebaugh. She is buried in Masonic Cemetery. PSH Dec. 3, 1998

Pauline Pratt Wisner, 87, of Pocahontas, died Tuesday, Aug. 31,1999, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in North Little Rock. She was born Oct. 11,1911, near Shannon, a daughter of the late Jarman and Gertrude Waldron Brown. (She was preceded in death by her 1st husband Hurschell Pratt and her 2nd husband Jim Wisner) Also preceding her in death was a daughter, son, brother and sister. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors are a son, Bruce Pratt of Atlanta, Ga.; a daughter Sheri Pratt Carpenter of North Little Rock; nine grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home with Don Strait officiating. Burial followed in Masonic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Rob and Brent Carpenter, Dale Davis, Larry and Darin Pratt and Harvey Murphy.  Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Alice Crosby Witt, aged 78, lifelong resident of Pocahontas, died in a Benton hospital Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. She had been in ill health for several years. Mrs. Witt was born in Pocahontas March 28, 1876, a daughter of the late Dr. G. W. Crosby and Mrs. Harriet Kibler Crosby. She was married to the late Judge A.J. Witt in September 1896. Judge Witt was considered one of the most brilliant lawyers of his time. His death occured in March 1915. Mrs. Witt was a member of the First Methodist Church here. Funeral arrangements are incomplete pending arrival of out-of-state relatives but services will probably be held Friday. McNabb Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements. She leaves two sister's, Mrs. J. W. Argo of Pocahontas and Mrs. E.M. Wise of Decatur , Ala., and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Argo was in Florida at the time of her sister's death and is expected to arrive in Pocahontas today with her daughter, Mrs. Joe Meek and family, of Miami, Fla. PSH Jan 6, 1955. Contributed by Pat Alred.

JOHN T. WOLF, JR., 71 of Rockford, IL, died Oct. 10, 1998 in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born Jan 13, 1927 in St. Louis, MO, he was a son of the late John and Stella (Cagle) Wolf. He was married to the former Pauline Schaechtel who survives him. He was an Army veteran of WWII.He is buried in Sunset Memorial Gardens in Rockford. PSH Oct. 15, 1998

YEAMAN JAMES "MOOTCH" WOLF, 62, of Pocahontas, died Aug. 25, 1998 at Randolph County Medical Center as a result of an auto accident. He was born Sept. 14, 1935 near Harmony, a son of the late John T. and Stella (Cagle) Wolf. He is survived by his wife, Frances Lundry Wolf and is buried in Harmony Cemetery near Pocahontas. PSH 3 Sep 1998.

ZELLA LEONA WOODRUFF (right edge of obit is cut off), of St. Augustine, Ill, died Saturday, March 9, in Saunders Hospital in St. Augustine, where she had been a patient for several weeks. She had been in ill health for some time. Born Oct. 13, 1917, at Maynard, she was a daughter of Edw___ and Ethel Mack Riney. She was wed at Running Lake in 1935 to Buster W. Woodruff. They had lived at St. Augustine for the past several years. Her survivors include her husband; 4 sons, Benjamin Woodruff of Selkerk, Canada, Ernest Woodruff of Abingdon, Ill; ____neth G. Woodruff who is stationed in Rhode Island, and A_____ Woodruff of the home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Mary Lester of D____wood, SD, and Karen Woodruff of the home; her parents; __ brothers, Joe Riney of Maynard, Gerald Riney of Troy, MO, ____lin and Doyle Riney of Abin___, Ill, Victor Riney of Londan_____Ill. Funeral services were held March 13, at 2:00 p.m., in G____bus Christian Church at St. Augustine, with the Rev. Ri_____ Bussman officiating. Burial was in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Galesburg, Ill. PSH March 28, 1963.

RAYMOND WOODS, 77, of Pocahontas, died Nov. 27, 1998, at Randolph County Medical Center. Born Dec. 16, 1920 near Biggers, he was a son of the late Hollie and Ollie (Patterson) Schwinegruber. He was a veteran of WWII. He is survived by his wife, Birdie Mae Walker Woods of the home and is buried in Nelson Cemetery near Reyno. PSH Dec. 3, 1998

Miss Opal WOODRUFF died at the family home in Peru Saturday. She was 19 years of age. PSH June 17, 1926 (taken from In the Long, Long Ago, June 11, 1998)

Golmon G. WOOLDRIDGE, 60, Pocahontas. PSH July 25, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, July 23, 1998)

Lewis C. WOOLDRIDGE, 93, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of the county died at his home near Warm Springs Friday. He was born in Randolph County, a son of the late William and Jane Wooldridge, pioneer settlers of the county. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Fred Blackwell at the Warm Springs Church. Interment was in the cemetery there under the direction of McNabb Funeral Home. PSH June 8, 1950

Lewis C. WOOLDRIDGE, 93, one of the oldest & most highly respected citizens of the county, died at his home in Warm Springs, Friday. PSH June 8, 1950 (taken from In the Long Ago, June 4, 1998)

Husband, Wife Die Within 2 Hours' Time...A well-known Engelberg couple, each in their 70s, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Henry WREN, died within approximately 2 hours of one another October 3, both of apparent heart attacks, although neigher was said to have had a history of heart trouble. The Wrens' daughter-in-law, Mrs. Lloyd Wren, summoned by Mrs. Catherine Wren to check on her husband, found Mr. Wren unconscious in the yard. She summoned other members of the family and a McNabb ambulance which took Mr. Wren to the Randolph County Hospital where he was pronounced dead upon arrival. When told of her husband's death, Mrs. Wren became quite ill within 30 minutes and she passed away in Randolph County Hospital at 6:55 p.m. Double funeral services for the coupld were held Monday in St. John's Church, Engelburg. PSH Oct. 10, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, News from the Past - 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 8, 1998)

Mrs. Catherine Agnes WREN, Engelberg. PSH Oct. 10, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, News from the Past - 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 8, 1998)

Mr. Dan Henry WREN, Engelberg. PSH Oct. 10, 1974 (taken from Looking Back, News from the Past - 24 Years Ago, PSH Oct 8, 1998)

William Samuel WRIGHT, 73 of Pocahontas. PSH 22 Aug 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 20, 1998)

The funeral of Henry Wurtz who died on Saturday evening, May 07, 1932, about eight o'clock in the hospital at Pomona from injuries received while working for the Los Angeles county road department on San Dimas avenue, was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Todd and Reeves chapel in Pomona. Mr. Wurtz was born in Pocahontas, Arkansas, September 17, 1894, son of Joseph and Mary Junkersfeld Wurtz and had been a resident of San Dimas for the past 17 years, coming to California from Arkansas. During the war he served 14 months in service, 11 months of which were spent at the front. He was a member of the La Verne Post, American Legion. Mr. Wurtz is survived by his wife, Maude, three sons, Henry, Robert and Clyde and five daughters, Gwen, Angie, Kate, Eveline and Geraldine, his parents Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wurtz, five brothers, Edward, Frank Albert, Herman and Fred, all of San Dimas, as well as a sister, Mrs. Anna Guennewig of Troy, Illinois. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth and Katherine. An inquest into the death of Mr. Wurtz was held in the Todd and Reeves chapel, Tuesday at 1:30. Interment was made in the Pomona cemetery. The five brothers and a brother-in-law of Mr Wurtz were pallbearers. This article published in the "San Dimas Press" newspaper, May 12, 1932. Submitted by niece, Peggy Wurtz Atteberry.

San Dimas- Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, 1962 for Herman Wurtz, 54, of 506 N. Lone Hill Ave., who died Thursday, May 31, 1962 at Pomona Valley Hospital. Mr. Wurtz was born in Pocahontas, Ark, February 25, 1908 to Joseph and Mary Junkersfeld Wurtz. He has lived in San Dimas for 49 years and was assistant superintendant at the San Dimas Water Co. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Henry and two sisters, Katherine and Elizabeth, (Elizabeth in infancy). Survivors are his wife, Opal, of their home, a son, Lyle of West Covina; two daughters, Mrs. Peggy J. Atteberry of Hermosa Beach and Mary Jo Wurtz of San Dimas; four brothers, Edward, Frank and Albert of San Dimas, Fred of Pomona; a sister, Mrs. Anna Guennewig of Troy Ill. and four grandchildren. The Rev. William Welch, pastor of the San Dimas Methodist Church, officated at services at Todd Mortuary, Pomona with interment following at Oakdale Cemetery, Glendora. Published in the pages of "The Progress Bulletin" Pomona, CA June 1962. Submitted by daughters, Peggy Wurtz Atteberry and Mary Wurtz Thrasher.

JOSEPH WURTZ CALLED BY DEATH AT SON'S HOME - Joseph Wurtz who had been in failing health for several years, died Wednesday noon, April 14, 1943, at the home of his son Herman on West First street. Mr. Wurtz had lived in San Dimas for the past thirty years, coming here with his wife and family from Pocahontas, Arkansas. He was born in Paschel, Rheinland, Germany April 07, 1873, coming to America with his parents and four of his siblings in 1881. Mr. Wurtz was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Maria, wife, Mary, two daughters, Elizabeth and Katherine and one son, Henry, Four brothers and two sisters. He is survived by five sons, Edward, Frank,Herman and Fred of San Dimas and Albert of Battle Creek, Michigan, who is already on his way here to attend the services. Fred is working at Pearl Habor. One daughter, Mrs. John Guennewig of Troy, Illinois is not able to attend the funeral. Survived also by one brother, Mathias of Highland, Illinois and several grandchildren. Funeral services to be held in Todd and Reeves Chapel in Pomona, Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Rev. Gordon Whipple will have charge of the service. Those wishing to attend may meet at the home of Herman Wurtz, West First street, should they desire means of transportation. This article published in the "San Dimas Press" newspaper, April 15, 1943. Submitted by grand daughter Peggy Wurtz Atteberry.

DEATH OF MISS WURTZ - Miss Katharina Wurtz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Joseph Wurtz, died at her home on West Second street at 2 o'clock Monday morning, April 21, 1919, from a complication of diseases. She had been ill for several months, most of this time being spent at Pomona and Los Angeles hospitals in hopes that she could be cured. But soon all hopes of her recovery had to be given up. About ten days before her death she became quite homesick and was brought home. Toward the last she suffered greatly. Katharina was seventeen years of age. She was born October 18, 1898 in Pocahontas, Arkansas and had lived in San Dimas about five years. She was of a lovable disposition and had many friends. She was preceded in death by an infant sister, Elizabeth. Besides her parents she is survived by one sister, Anna Guennewig of Troy, Illinois, six brothers, Henry of Pocahontas, Adam, Frank, Albert, Herman and Fred all of San Dimas, California. The funeral was held at 8 o'clock Wednesday morning at the Catholic church in Pomona and interment was at Pomona. This article published in the pages of the "San Dimas Press" newspaper, April 21, 1919. Submitted by niece Peggy Wurtz Atteberry.

Gilbert Mosbey Wyatt, 48, of Des Moines Iowa, formely of Randolph County, died July 25, 1988 in Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, Iowa as a result of injuries sustained in an industrial accident. Survivors include his wife, Betty Perkins Wyatt of Des Moines; a daughter Jena Louann Wyatt and a son Eddie Lee Wyatt both of Des Moines; his parents James and Agnes Tucker Wyatt of Pocahontas; 2 sisters Maybell Brown of Jonesboro and Bethel Hefner of Paris Tn. Also surviving is his grandmother ,Gracie Pratt Tucker of Pocahontas. Funeral services were held last Thursday in Hamilton's Funeral Home Chapel in Des Moines, with burial following in Laurel Hill Cemetery there. Submitted by Lee & Betty Tucker.

Mrs. Mary E. WYATT, 64, wife of Oscar E. Wyatt of Bono, died in St. Bernard's Hospital in Jonesboro Sunday. Mr. Wyatt is a former resident of Maynard and Pocahontas. Funeral services under the direction of Gregg Funeral Home. PSH Dec 24, 1959.

Evelyn C. YOUNG, 82, of Pocahontas, d. Jan 31, 1998; b. Oct 15, 1915 in Randolph Co, dau of late Tom and Annie (Guntharp) Bloodworth; husband, Harry Young, preceeded her in death. PSH FEB 5, 1998

Clint G. YOUNGER, 90, of Stuttgart, d. Aug 22, 1998. He was the widower of Bernice Younger. Buried in Bayou Meto Cemetery with Turpin Funeral Home Chapel in Stuttgart directing. PSH Aug 27, 1998.

Anthony N. ZARRILLI, 75, Pocahontas. PSH 29 Aug 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH 27 Aug 1998)

Joseph J. ZOELLER, 76, Pocahontas. PSH Aug 4, 1974 (taken from Looking Back-24 Years Ago, PSH Aug 6, 1998)

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