Obituaries

Wilma Lucille Whitlock

Wilma Lucille Whitlock

February 26, 2013

Wilma L. Whitlock, 84, of Paragould, passed away February 26th at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was of Baptist faith. She retired from Ely Walker and Belk Simpson. Wilma was dedicated to her work, co-workers, and friends. She was always ready to listen and help others in need. During retirement she loved spending time with her family,...

James "Jimmy Don" Bruce

James "Jimmy Don" Bruce

February 25, 2013

Jimmy Don Bruce, 57, Paragould, died Monday, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. He was born February 11, 1956 in Paragould the son of the late James Riley and Glindiva Janes Bruce. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Kathryn Bruce. He was employed by the City of Paragould and loved to watch drag races. Survivors include...

Pearley Eugenia Walker

Pearley Eugenia Walker

February 17, 2013

Pearley Eugenia “Jean” Walker, of Paragould, passed away Sunday, February 17 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center at the age of 87. Pearley was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Walker, her children, Jerry Walker and Debra Bateman, her parents, B.B. and Ethel Burnett, two sisters, Eunice Burnett and Louise Burnett, and a grandson, Garrick Bateman. Mrs. Walker is survived...

Stanley Glen Knight

Stanley Glen Knight

February 16, 2013

Stanley Glen Knight, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2013, at his home. He was born February 12, 1949 in Little Rock, Arkansas the son of the late Ray and Mabel Knight. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Phil Knight. Stanley loved music, camping at the river and being outdoors with friends and family. He...

Fayetta Boggs

Fayetta Boggs

February 15, 2013

Fayetta Boggs, 84 of Paragould, died Friday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Faye was a Homemaker and a member of the Immanuel Baptist Church. Director of Greene County Baptist Association WMU for 23 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Jasper “B” and Lila Belle Sanders Rutledge; daughter, Christina Boggs Crews; infant son, Charles Edward Boggs, Jr....

Jackson Joshua Matheney

Jackson Joshua Matheney

February 13, 2013

Jackson Joshua Matheney of Paragould was born to January 10, 2013 at St. Mary’s Health Center in St. Louis, Missouri at 5:53PM. He was surrounded by his family and ushered into the arms of Jesus while being rocked by his daddy on February 13, 2013 at 11:17 AM at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. In his short life, Jackson impacted the...

Helen Wanda Perry

Helen Wanda Perry

February 12, 2013

Helen Perry, 62 of Paragould, died suddenly Tuesday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Helen was a loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother and a friend to countless people. She was a member of the Paragould Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Clovia Lemaster Holt; brothers, Claude and Bruce Holt. Survivors include her husband...

Lannie May Haller

Lannie May Haller

February 11, 2013

Lannie May Haller, 87 of Rector, formerly of Paragould, died Monday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. She was a Homemaker and a retail clerk and a member of West View Baptist Church. Lannie May was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Dica Garrison Dicus; husband, Harry T. Haller; brothers, Billy, Tom, Lee and Loren Dicus and a step...

Jane Ann Liles

Jane Ann Liles

February 10, 2013

Jane Ann Liles, 52 of Paragould died Sunday at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Jane was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Liles; 2 brothers and 1 sister. Survivors include daughters, Courtney and Chelsea Pruitte of Paragould; mother, Peggy Liles of Crystal City, MO; brother, Mike (Cathy)...

Katie Louisa Carter

Katie Louisa Carter

February 6, 2013

Katie Louise Carter, 102, died Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Sanctuary at Holy Cross in South Bend, IN. She was born may 24, 1910 in Randolph County, Arkansas they son of the late George W. and Gertrude Tiner Barnett and was preceded in death by her husband James S. Carter. She was Church of God and retired from Ed White...

Donna Lee Waggoner

Donna Lee Waggoner

February 5, 2013

Donna Lee Waggoner, 54, of Paragould, died Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at her home. Donna was born April 11, 1958 in Kennett, Missouri the daughter of the late Don and Wanda Farmer Waggoner. She was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, taught religion classes at St. Mary's School and loved visiting with family and friends. She is survived...

Susie Evelene Akes

Susie Evelene Akes

February 4, 2013

Susie Evelene Akes, 84, formerly of Marmaduke, died Monday, February 4, 2013 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Susie was born to William and Mary (Sims) Parrish September 7, 1928 in Batesville, Arkansas. Mrs. Akes is preceded in death by her parents, her husband William Raymond Akes, one daughter Loretta Wood and her grandson Michael Potter. Mrs. Akes is survived by...

Rickey Farmer

Rickey Farmer

February 2, 2013

Rickey Farmer, 60, Marmaduke, died Saturday, February 2, 2013, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. He was born October 7, 1952 in Marmaduke the son of the late Bill and Reilli Bridges Farmer. He was also preceded in death by six grandchildren and sister, Ollie Thomas. RIckey was a farmer and small engines mechanic, member of New Liberty Baptist...

Dr. William Lee Crabtree

Dr. William Lee Crabtree

February 1, 2013

Dr. William Lee Crabtree, age 81, of Paragould, died Friday, February 1, 2013, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Dr. Crabtree was born May 10, 1931 in Oil Trough, Arkansas. Bill was a 1950 graduate of Oil Trough High School and then attended Arkansas College, now Lyon College, from 1950-1953, working during the summer months at car...

Claude J. Tenison

Claude J. Tenison

January 30, 2013

Claude J. Tenison, 90, of St. Louis, Missouri, died on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in St. Louis. He was born Thursday, April 22, 1927 in Fontaine, Arkansas the son of the late Charlie and Lillie Tenison. Mr. Tenison was a long time resident of St. Louis, MO and a retired lineman of General Motors Division, Local #25, of the United...

James Robert "Bob" Slayden

James Robert "Bob" Slayden

January 29, 2013

James Robert ”Bob” Slayden, 75, of Paragould, died Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Bob was born July 26, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late James Grady and Willie L. Davis Slayden. Bob received his bachelor's degree at Arkansas State University and his master’s degree at Henderson University. He was retired...

Eddie Wayne Mitchell

Eddie Wayne Mitchell

January 27, 2013

Eddie Mitchell, 51, of Paragould, died January 27, 2013 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Eddie was born to Phil Mitchell and Mary Boren August 25, 1961 in Paragould. Eddie loved the outdoors, enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid motorcycle lover. Eddie was an honorary member of The Independence Riding Club. Eddie is survived by his father and step...

Mary Elizabeth Copeland Gasson

Mary Elizabeth Copeland Gasson

January 26, 2013

Mary Elizabeth Copeland Gasson, 81, of Senath, MO, died Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Heritage Gardens of Senath. She was born April 18, 1931 in Paragould, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Stafford and mother, Bonnie Holcomb. She was an artist. She was survived by many friends. Friends and family will meet at Linwood Cemetery, 10:00...

Winfred "Wink" Levi Jones

Winfred "Wink" Levi Jones

January 26, 2013

Winfred (Wink) Levi Jones, 85 passed from this life to his Heavenly Home on January 26, 2013. He was a longtime resident of Paragould and retired from ITT Continental Baking Company. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He was born December 16, 1927, in Cardwell, Missouri, to the late William Franklin and Addie Jones. He was preceded in...