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Rebecca Christine Veach (10/29/24)Rebecca Christine Veach, 51, of Natchitoches, La., former Manila resident, passed from this life Thursday, Oct. 24, at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. Born in Northridge, Calif., she was the daughter of T.J. Shamon and the late Alice Sue Alexander Jorn. ...
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Lynn Joanne McHaney Huffman (10/29/24)Lynn Joanne McHaney Huffman, 76, of Springdale, formerly of Blytheville, passed away on Oct. 27, 2024, after a life richly lived in service and kindness. Joanne was born in Blytheville, on June 14, 1948, to Joe and Lynn Jackson McHaney. She always thought people put flags out for her birthday, Flag Day!...
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Charles Richard House (10/29/24)Charles Richard House was born Aug. 13, 1956 in Blytheville to John “Marvin” House and Beulah Tillman House. He passed away Oct. 5, 2024 in Batesville at the age of 68. Charles loved fishing, hunting and grilling. He was the king of dad jokes and loved watching westerns, especially “The Duke”, John Wayne. ...
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Mary Ann Cook (10/28/24)Mary Ann Cook, 74, of Osceola, passed away Sept. 24, 2024. Born on April 11, 1950, in Osceola, she was the daughter of Horace James Jackson and Rachel Thompson. Mary was a devoted member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where she participated actively in church activities and formed many cherished relationships throughout her life...
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Emma Lou Baltimore (10/28/24)Emma Lou Baltimore, 90, of Manila, passed from this life Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born in Van Buren, Mo., she was the daughter of the late George and Katie Garrison Cobble and had attended public schools in the Van Buren and Mountain View areas as a child. ...
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Johnny Ray Griffen (10/24/24)Johnny Ray Griffen, 65, of Blytheville passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, at his home. He was born Feb. 13, 1959, in Elkhart, Ind., to Johnny Griffen and Bobbie Davis Griffen. He was a 1977 graduate of Osceola High School and a member of New Liberty Baptist Church...
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Kenneth Douglas (Doug) Craine (10/24/24)Kenneth Douglas (Doug) Craine, 58, of Blytheville passed away at his home on Oct. 23, 2024. He was born Sept. 26, 1966, in Blytheville to Jerry Ray Craine and Donna J. Wardlaw Craine. He was a graduate of Blytheville High School. His friends and family called him “Doug.” He was a master machinist and co-owner of Unitech Tool. ...
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Gay Helen Duclos (10/24/24)Gay Helen Duclos, 89, of Blytheville, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born in Gilt Edge, Tenn., to Roy I. and Evelyn Perry McMillin. Gay was a member of Gosnell Baptist Church. She enjoyed square dancing with her late husband, John. ...
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Vernon Ray McCain (10/23/24)Vernon Ray McCain, 85, of Leachville, passed from this life Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, at his home. Son of the late Arville and Geneva Redding McCain, he was born in Leachville and raised in Benton Harbor, Mich. He had been back in Leachville for over 40 years. ...
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Raheem Ravon Rudd (10/22/24)Raheem Ravon Rudd, 20, of Blytheville, passed away Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in his hometown. Born May 1, 2004, to Randy Rudd and Latoria Payne-Rudd, Raheem spent his life in Blytheville. He was employed in factory and construction work and was a devoted member of the St. Luke MB Church in Blytheville...
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Franklin Lawrence Gray (10/22/24)Franklin Lawrence Gray, 68, of Blytheville, passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born Oct. 7, 1956, in Monette, he was the son of the late Gerald Henry Gray Sr. and the late Lois Walker. Franklin was a retired factory worker and a member of the Baptist faith...
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Christy Renee McWilliams (10/22/24)Christy Renee McWilliams, 51, of Blytheville, passed away suddenly at Great River Medical Center in Blytheville on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Born Oct. 8, 1973, in Osceola, she was the daughter of the late Charles Kenneth Little and Mary Ann Sims. Christy was a devoted homemaker and a member of the Pentecostal faith...
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T.J. Wilson (10/22/24)T.J. Wilson was born June 23, 1945, to the late Willie Bill Wilson and Aileen Roger Wilson. He departed this life Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at the age of 79 in Blytheville. He was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves to cherish his memories seven sons, Glenn Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla., Trent Wilson and Victor Wilson, both of Urbana, Ill., Landale Wilson, Patrick Wilson, Greg Wilson and Jermaine Wilson, all of Champaign, Ill.; two daughters, Kerri Wilson of Indianapolis, Ind., and Amanda Wilson of Urbana, Ill.; three sisters, Elnora Bell of Blytheville, Rose Mary Robinson of Antioch, Tenn., and Ruthie Mae Chapman of Dallas, Texas; 28 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.. ...
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Eugene Edward Sanders (10/21/24)Eugene Edward Sanders of Blytheville was born March 11, 1953, in Barfield to LC Sanders, Sr. and Ella Lewis Sanders. Eugene was a graduate of Armorel High School and retired from Borg-Warner following many years of service. As a child, he confessed his hope in Christ and was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church Barfield...
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Henry Tyler (10/21/24)Henry Tyler of Osceola was born Jan. 6, 1959, in Osceola, the son of Chester Tyler and Elizabeth Davis Tyler. Henry was of a former employee of Lambert’s, where he was a delivery driver and was of the Baptist faith. Henry was a graduate of Osceola High School...
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Larry Wade Palmer (10/21/24)Larry Wade Palmer, 80, of Manila, passed from this life Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Pocahontas Health and Rehab. Son of the late Ledger and Annie Thomas Palmer, he was born in the Floodway Community near Manila. Larry was raised in Manila and later lived several years in Powhatan before returning to Manila in 2023. ...
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Travis James Butler (10/21/24)Travis James Butler, born April 27, 1968, grew up in Superior, Neb., and passed away Oct. 14, 2024, in Conway. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother and friend, known for his vibrant personality and infectious laugh. Travis, jokingly known as TJ by a select few, had a passion for singing that resonated deeply with his love for music; particularly the captivating melodies of Stevie Nicks. ...
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Johnnie Wofford (10/21/24)Johnnie Wofford passed away Sept. 30, 2024, in Jonesboro, at the age of 75. Johnnie was born April 26, 1949, in Mississippi, to the late Jesse and Thelma Wofford. Johnnie is survived by his three sons, Michael Wofford and Terry Wofford, both of Marked Tree, and Tusonaona Bobo of St. ...
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Brenda Lou Robertson (10/21/24)Brenda Lou Robertson, 76, Of Osceola, gained her wings on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn. She was born June 17, 1948, in Placerville, Calif., to the late Edward Taylor and Lucelle Fox. Brenda is survived by her husband, Clayton Robertson of the home; three daughters, Marla (Stan) Booker of Athelstan, Danette (Ben) Barker of Manila and Crystal Phillips of Ovrant, Okla.; one brother, Eddie Taylor of Golden, Okla.; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren...
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Betty Jo Craig (10/21/24)Betty Jo Craig, 84, of West Memphis, passed away Oct. 13, 2024. She was born Jan. 16, 1940, in Tyronza, to the late Ralph and Marine Phillips. Betty’s life was marked by her profound love for her family and her passion for golf, which she often described as her source of peace and joy. She was a spirited card player and cherished the time spent with her seven grandchildren, who were the light of her life...
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Barbara Jean Bell (10/21/24)Barbara Jean Bell, 80, passed away Oct. 4, 2024, at her home in Tumbling Shoals surrounded by family. She was born March 20, 1944, in Earle to the late Ralph and Marine Phillips. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Stephen Bell; one son, Brian Stephen Bell, of Tumbling Shoals; and one sister, Marolyn Russom, of Tumbling Shoals...
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JP Smith Jr. (10/21/24)JP Smith Jr. of Blytheville was born May 19, 1961, in Blytheville to JP Smith Sr. and Mary Magdalene Rogers Smith. As a child, JP confessed his hope and belief in Christ and united with Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church serving faithfully as vice president of the Deacon’s Board. He was a retired employee of NIBCO, Inc. in Blytheville, working there for 41 years...
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Randy Allen Franklin (10/18/24)Randy Allen Franklin, 25, of Osceola, passed away at his home on Oct. 1, 2024. Randy was born March 18, 1999, in Jonesboro, to Allen and Faye Franklin. He was a cherished son, husband, father and brother. Randy was a wonderful husband to his wife, Hayley, and a very loving, extremely attentive father to his only son, Nolan. ...
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Robert E. Moore III (10/18/24)Robert E. Moore III, 70, of Blytheville, passed away Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. Born to Robert E. Jr. and Doris Jean Parish Moore, Robert was retired from Tenaris and was a retired supervisor at Randall Textron. He was of the Methodist faith and affiliated with the First United Methodist Church. He was an avid Razorback fan, enjoyed reading, working in the yard and watching sports...
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Phyllis Rebecca Smith (10/18/24)Phyllis Rebecca Smith, 83, of Manila, passed from this life Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. Born in Manila, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Anna Mae Rice Jackson. She lived her early years on Rice Point at Big Lake. ...
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Lela Frances Gragg Tinsley Warren (10/17/24)Lela Frances Gragg Tinsley Warren, 72, of Marmaduke, former longtime Leachville resident, passed from this life Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tenn. Daughter of the late Wilbur and Jewell Hoke Gragg, she was born in Black Oak and raised in Buffalo Island. ...
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Martha Rae Galloway (10/15/24)Martha Rae Galloway, 70, of Leachville, widow of the late Mr. Carroll Galloway, passed from this life Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, at her home. Daughter of the late James Chester and Bertha Lorene Barnes Hitchcock, she was born in Marks, Miss., and was raised in Northeast Arkansas. ...
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Jean James Moore (10/15/24)Jean James Moore, 87, of Bloomington, Minn., passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, Sept. 29, 2024. Jean was born in Burdette on July 8, 1937, and graduated valedictorian from Armorel High School in 1955. After graduation, she went to work at the FBI in Washington, D.C., as a fingerprint technician...
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Charles Hoyt Young (10/15/24)Charles Hoyt Young, 88, of Blytheville, passed away Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Manila Healthcare. Charles was born in Cleveland, Ga. A retired member of the United States Air Force, he continued his service to his country through a dedicated career in civil service. Charles was an honest, hard-working man. After retiring from civil service, Charles was an avid member of the American Legion, the Air Force Association, and an enthusiast of the Blytheville Antique Car Club...
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Stanley Faulkner (10/15/24)Stanley Faulkner was born Sept. 17, 1964, to Ira Faulkner and Flora Mangum in Crawfordsville. He departed this life on Oct. 9, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro at the age of 60. Stanley leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Carolyn Faulkner of Blytheville; one daughter, Stanesha Faulkner of Blytheville; one son, Desmond Jones; five sisters, Nellie Young of Marion, Mable Faulkner of Little Rock, Caroline Faulkner of North Little Rock, JoAnn Faulkner and Vanessa Faulkner, both of West Memphis; five brothers, Cleo Young, Houston Jones and Robert Young, all of West Memphis, Malcolm Faulkner of Memphis, Tenn., and Terry Faulkner of Swainsboro, Ga.; and a host of other family members and friends.. ...
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Denise Woodson McBride (10/15/24)Denise Woodson McBride of Osceola was born Jan. 10, 1966 in Osceola to John Woodson and Mattie Ward Woodson. She departed this life on Oct. 7, 2024, at the age of 58 at NEA Hospital in Jonesboro. She was preceded in death by her parents. Denise leaves to cherish her memories two sons, Broderick Woodson and Keiland Woodson; two sisters, Ann Hill and Joyce Woodson, all of Osceola; one brother, John Woodson Jr. of Memphis, Tenn.; eight grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends...
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Mary Jefferson (10/15/24)Mary Jefferson of Blytheville was born Aug. 1, 1965, to John Wright and Arlean Garner. She departed this life on Oct. 5, 2024, at the age of 59 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mary leaves to cherish her memories two daughters, Veronica Beal and Cassandra Fletcher, both of Blytheville; five sons, Martez Jefferson of Evansville, Ind., Timothy Beal of Steele, Mo., Demetrius Jefferson of Gosnell, Bobby Jefferson and Sylvester Jefferson, both of Blytheville; one sister, Willie Mae Lewis of Luxora; two brothers, Tyrone Jefferson of Luxora and Eddie Garner of Blytheville; 30 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends.. ...
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Reginald R. Hannah (10/15/24)Reginald R. Hannah of Jonesboro was born Feb. 10, 1995, to Reginald A. Hannah and Felisa Allen. He departed this life on Oct. 7, 2024, in Jonesboro at the age of 29. Reginald leaves to cherish his memories his father, Reginald A. Hannah of Jonesboro; one daughter, Aubrey Hannah; three sons, Reginald Hannah Jr., Aiden Hannah and Kaisan Hannah, all of Jonesboro; two sisters, Reona Hannah of Jonesboro and Arriyunna Johnson of West Memphis; two grandmothers, Jackie Byest of Jonesboro and Lavergne Johnson of West Memphis. ...
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David C. Brackin (10/11/24)David C. Brackin, 81, of Blytheville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 at St. Bernards Hospital in Jonesboro. David was born and raised in Half Moon. He was retired from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #134. David was a humble and God-fearing man and attended Lone Oak Baptist Church. David enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons, feeding and watching hummingbirds, and tinkering around his shop and yard...
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Betty Joan Brock (10/10/24)Betty Joan Brock, 76, of Leachville, passed from this life Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, at The NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. Daughter of the late Boyd and Frances Patton Atkinson, she was born and raised in Manila and was a graduate of Manila High School. ...
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Robert “Bob” L. Crouch (10/9/24)Robert “Bob” L. Crouch, 75, of Sullivan, Mo., passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Robert Leo Crouch, known affectionately as Bob, was born Aug. 21, 1949, in Blytheville to Doyle and Dorothy (Roberts) Crouch. ...
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Corrine Young (10/9/24)Corrine Young, 94, of Blytheville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 at Manila Healthcare. Corrine was born in Baldwin, Ga., to Nero and Dora Brady Norton. She was an avid flower gardener, was an excellent cook, and enjoyed feeding everyone that came to her home. She was a member of First Christian Church in Blytheville...
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Anna Bell Walker (10/8/24)Anna Bell Walker, 89, of Blytheville, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 at her home. Born in Blytheville to Troy and Nettie Deavorus Garner, Anna Bell retired from Blytheville Courier News and Southwestern Bell. In addition to her parents, Anna Bell was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Dalton Walker, Sr.; one son, Bill Walker, Jr.; and four brothers, Rev. Jimmie Garner, Billy Garner, Bobby Garner, Sr. and Samuel Garner...
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Carl Bufford Floyd (10/7/24)Carl Bufford Floyd, 71, of Trumann, died at St. Bernards Medical Center on Sept. 19, 2024. Carl was born in Trumann on Aug. 24, 1953, to the late Herman and Cora Mae Floyd. Carl is survived by his wife, Beverly Floyd of the home. In addition to his parents, Carl is preceded in death by four brothers, Herman Floyd, Larry Don Floyd, James Floyd and Red Wayne Floyd; and two sisters, Janie Floyd and Dorothy Floyd...
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Donald Hugh Patterson (10/7/24)Donald Hugh Patterson, longtime partner of Charlene Lee-Schulte, of Little Rock, was a beloved figure, born and raised in Bassett. A proud graduate of Arkansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Don also served his country with honor in the United States Air Force. ...
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Ann Zehner Reed (10/7/24)Ann Zehner Reed, 87, of Manila, passed from this life Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Daughter of the late Charles King and Inez Virginia Bailey Zehner, she was born in Samson, Ala., and raised in Bay Minette, Ala. ...
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Irene Moody (10/4/24)Irene Moody, 92, of Lake City, formerly of Gosnell, passed away Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024 at her home. Irene was born in Timbo to Shelby and Lillie Gammill McCook. She was retired from GMAC in Blytheville. Irene was of the Baptist faith and attended Lone Oak Missionary Baptist Church when she lived in Blytheville. She enjoyed to cook, always making sure to feed everyone who visited her home...
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Rev. Dr. James Banks (10/3/24)Rev. Dr. James Banks, 71, of Jacksonville received his heavenly wings Sept. 29, 2024. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Alberta Banks; son, Rodney Banks; sisters, Bobbie Banks and Carolyn “CB” Arnold; and nephew, Leander Bobo. Rev. Dr. ...
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Peggy Turner (10/1/24)Peggy Turner, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away Sept. 27, 2024. She was born June 9, 1960, in Jonesboro, to the late Eddie and Daisy Wilson. Peggy was a member at Anderson Chapel in Marked Tree. Peggy is survived by her three daughters, Felicia Meridith of Jonesboro, Latonia Turner and Latoria Turner, both of Truman. ...
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Albert L. Morris (10/1/24)Albert L. Morris was born July 13, 1958, in Osceola to the late James Morris and Eddie Bell Morris. He departed this life on Sept. 26, 2024, at the age 66 at SMC Regional Medical Center in Osceola. He was preceded in death by his parents. Albert leaves to cherish his memories one son, Albert Morris Jr.; one daughter, Latoya Morris, both of West Memphis; five sisters, Martha Musgrave of Blytheville, JoAnn Sauls of Kansas City, Kan., Ann Goodlow, Eddie Bedford and Nola J. ...
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Ammie B. Wilson (10/1/24)Ammie B. Wilson was born June 19, 1939, to the late James Bell and Mable Williams Bell. He departed this life on Sept. 23, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro at the age of 85. She was preceded in death by her parents. Ammie leaves to cherish her memories one sister, Jean Dunagan of Osceola, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends...
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Mildred Odell Lott (9/30/24)Mildred Odell Lott, 87, of Jonesboro, formerly of Blytheville, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House at St. Bernards. Born near Dell, she was the daughter of the late Phea Hampton and Lela Finn Austin. She attended school in Dell and later moved to Gosnell with her family. ...
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Robert Lynn Brown (9/30/24)Robert Lynn Brown “Big Bootsy” of Blytheville passed away Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Great River Medical Center at the age of 61. Robert was born Feb. 17, 1963, in Osceola to Robert L. Brown and Joyce Cooper. He was of the Baptist faith joining 1st Missionary Baptist Church when he was a child and was a graduate of Blytheville High School...
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Jackie Lee Weeks (9/30/24)Jackie Lee Weeks, 73, of Harrison, formerly of Leachville, the widow of Mr. John Weeks, passed from this life Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at The Springs at Mount Vista in Harrison. Daughter of the late Paul and Naoma McGraw Middleton, she was born in Manila and raised in Leachville. ...
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Patricia Lynn Wingate (9/27/24)Patricia Lynn Wingate, 60, of Blytheville, passed away Sept. 23, 2024, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro. She was born Oct. 24, 1963, to Robert McMinn Sr. and Peggy Tucker in Blytheville. Patricia was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, Robert McMinn Sr. and Peggy Tucker, Patricia was preceded in death by two brothers, Willie Tucker and Robert McMinn Jr., as well as two sisters, Candy Tucker and Sandra Combs...
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