Stories from Monday, June 24, 2024

Hubert Lowell Wilkey, 83, passed away June 20, 2024, in Jonesboro. Born Nov. 19, 1940, in Osceola, he spent much of his life in the same state he loved. Hubert dedicated many years to his work as a maintenance man, a career that allowed him to touch the lives of many with his hands-on skills and diligent work ethic...

Mildred “Millie” Paine Wilson, 95, passed away June 21, 2024, in Paragould. Born March 7, 1929, in St. Louis, Mo., she was a cherished member of the community and an active member of Wilson’s Cooperative Club. Mildred enjoyed traveling with her friends and family. ...

Walter L. Hopper Sr., 74, of Blytheville, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 23, 2024, at his home. Walter was born in Armorel to J.W. and Martha Scott Hopper and was a lifelong Blytheville native. He retired from a very rewarding career that spanned several decades at Nucor Yamato Steel. ...

Gilbert Lee Ousley Sr. of Blytheville was born Feb. 14, 1962, in Osceola the son of Bennie and Ida Ford Ousley. He was a 1980 graduate of Blytheville High School and was a member of West End Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Andrew Mitchell. Gilbert was a soft spoken, kind hearted person willing to help anyone at any time...