Stories from Monday, June 5, 2023

Luis Angel Rangel, 23, of Leachville, passed from this life Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Regional One Health Center in Memphis. Born in Harlingen, Texas, Luis had been a Leachville resident for most of his life. He was a 2018 graduate of Buffalo Island Central High School and later received an associate degree from Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville. ...

Pat Meacham passed away in Blytheville on June 2, 2023. She was born in Amarillo, Texas, Dec. 5, 1956, to James and Dorothy Hilburn. Pat was a beloved nurse at Lebonheur Hospital for over 28 years and managed the Dodge Store for many years. She was also a member of the Northside Church of Christ. Pat enjoyed reading, spending time with her grandchildren, shopping and going to concerts that showcased a variety of music genres...

Ruby Earl Robertson, 86, of Osceola, passed away June 2, 2023, at Regional One Health in Memphis, Tenn. She was born July 11, 1936, in Union County, Miss., to Dewey and Velma Hill Foreman. She retired from Walmart (working in the shoe and card departments) and was of the Baptist faith. ...

Gracie Mae Smith, 93, of Joiner, passed away May 28, 2023, at her home. She was born April 18, 1930, in Denwood to Willie and Clara Merritt Glover. She was retired from American Greetings, a member of First Baptist Church in Frenchman Bayou, Motherboard, choir member, usher, program committee member and a member of the Eastern Star. ...

Gussie Mae Depriest, 76, of Luxora, passed away May 31, 2023, at her home. She was born Nov. 6, 1946, in Earle to Percy Brown and Ruthie Hooks Johnson. She was a factory worker, a member of Zion Chapel MB Church in Luxora, the Motherboard, the Usher Board and a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Depriest was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Brenda Cannon; and one sister, Mozella Rayford...