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Recent obituaries in St. Francis County, AR
The obituaries in the St. Francis County, AR area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of St. Francis County history and identity.
Adreene Onita Kelley
Aug 27, 2019
Adreene Onita Kelley passed away August 27, 2019 at Heritage Living Center in Conway, Arkansas. Born May 23, 1929 in Jacinto, Arkansas, she was 90 years old.
She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. & Mrs. Jodie Cook and Doyle Shaddock; brothers: Grady Cook, Vernon Cook, Maxie Joe Cook and Glen Shaddock; sisters: Milrean Horton,...
Melissa Marie Thigpen
Jul 20, 2019
Mrs. Melissa Marie Thigpen, age 55, died at Forrest City Medical Center Saturday morning, July 20, 2019.
Born December 19, 1963 to Lavoy Ramsey and Lynn Treat Ramsey, she worked at Wal-Mart Pharmacy prior to retirement. She was a lifelong resident of this area and a member of the CenterPoint Church in Forrest City.
She...
Kelley Delaine Boyd Leisure
Jul 6, 2019
Mrs. Kelley Delaine Boyd Leisure, died Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Methodist Hospital in Memphis after a short illness. Born April 30, 1970, she was the daughter of Dean Boyd and Joanne Odle Boyd. She was a member of the Oak Hill Church of God.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include...
Glen E. Gardner
Jul 5, 2019
Glen E. Gardner, age 71 of Widener and formerly of Hughes, AR, died in his home on July 5, 2019 suddenly and unexpectedly. Born February 11, 1948, he was the son of Lawrence and Moddie Towery Gardner. He was the owner of Glen Gardner Roofing and a former butcher for Lock's Food Center in Hughes, AR. Mr. Gardner was...
Fern A Barber
Jul 4, 2019
Ms. Fern A. Barber, age 86, died in her home July 4, 2019 after a long illness. Born February 8, 1933, she was the daughter of Samuel Moses Brown and Mary Jane Jenkins Brown. A lifetime resident of this area, she worked at Warwick and was a commercial fisherman.
Survivors include one son, John Paul King of...
Billye Hendrix
Jul 3, 2019
Mrs. Billye Hendrix, age 86, died at her home in West Memphis, Wednesday, July 3, 2019, after a short illness. Born March 8, 1933, she was the daughter of Hubbert and Mildred Clara May Mitchell. She worked at General Industries in Forrest City until retirement and then worked at the Lee County Health Department. She was a member of the...
Janie "Lou" Borden
Jul 1, 2019
Mrs. Janie "Lou" Borden, age 72, of Colt, AR died July 1, 2019 at Cornerstone Hospital in Little Rock after a long illness.
Born February 19, 1947, in Shirley, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Henry Jake Johnson and Arvis Williams Johnson. She was an elementary school teacher in the Forrest City Public School System for twenty-four...
Bobby Watkins
Jun 25, 2019
Bobby Watkins
Bobby Watkins went to be with the Lord Thursday, June 25th, 2019. He was born October 30, 1956 in Marianna, Arkansas to John and Naomi Watkins. He was known around in his neighborhood as "boo-boo". He married the love of his life on August 1, 1975 in Moro, Arkansas. He started working for Miixon-Webb John...
Billie E Luker
Jun 21, 2019
Mr. Billie Eugene Luker, age 80, of Colt died early Friday morning, June 21, 2019 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro after a long illness.
Born September 20, 1938, he was the son of Robert and Annie Lou Clark Luker. He was a General Contractor prior to retirement and a member of Smith Chapel Baptist Church.
...William Douglas Hill
Jun 19, 2019
Mr. William Douglas "W.D." Hill, 62, of Manila, Arkansas died Wednesday, June 19, 2019 after a long illness.
Born September 26,1956, in Rogersville, Alabama, he was the son of James and Louise Hill. He was a former employee of Texaco Gas Station in Forrest City and a former Correctional Officer for East Arkansas Regional Unit located in...
Glenn Roger Davidson
Jun 11, 2019
Mr. Glenn Roger Davidson, age 79, of Collierville, TN, formerly of Colt, AR died June 11, 2019 at Germantown Methodist after a long illness. He retired from Yale Hoist and was a Baptist.
He was preceded in death by his wife Nancy Davidson, his son Phelan Davidson and one brother Kenneth Davidson.
Survivors include his...
Patricia A Luker
Jun 7, 2019
Mrs. Patricia A. Luker, age 64, of West Memphis, Arkansas died on June 7, 2019 at Community Compassion Center of West Memphis after a long illness. Born June 28, 1954, she was the daughter of UV Douglas and Hazel Harris Douglas. She was married to Frank Luker, whom survives her. She was a lifetime resident of Crittenden County, a...
Judy A Carrier
Jun 7, 2019
Ms. Judy A. Carrier, age 61, of Marianna, Arkansas died June 7, 2019 after a long illness. Born August 29, 1957, she was the daughter of Glenn Earl Carrier and Mildred Williams Carrier. She worked in sales.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Eric Tucker and one daughter Sonya Tucker.
Survivors include...
Charles E Harris
May 29, 2019
Mr. Charles E. Harris, age 85, of Palestine, AR, died early Wednesday morning, May 29, 2019 at his home after a long illness.
Born February 24, 1934, he was the son of Elmer Charles Harris and Evelyn McGraw Harris. He was a Baptist and a Navy Veteran.
Survivors include his son, Bryan Harris and wife...
Sharon Yvonne Barnes Roberts
May 12, 2019
Ms. Sharon Yvonne Barnes Roberts, age 65, died suddenly and unexpectedly Sunday, May 12, 2019 at Methodist Germantown in Germantown, TN. Born August 11, 1953, she was the daughter of Thomas Swatzell and Arlie Joyce Shelton Swatzell, Sharon was a member of the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. She was a retired truck driver and enjoyed spending time with...
James E. "Butch" Brewer
May 5, 2019
Mr. James "Butch" Brewer, age 71, died May 5, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis after a short illness.
Born October 15, 1947, he was the son of Willard and Ruth Black Brewer. He worked as a manager of grocery stores and was a Baptist.
He was preceded in death by his Dad, his...
Odis Mitchell
Apr 19, 2019
Mr. Odis Mitchell, age 92, of Forrest City, Arkansas, died at his home on Friday, April 19, 2019, after a long illness. Born in Wynne, Arkanas on November 10, 1926, he was a son of James Avery Mitchell and Vera Maddox Mitchell. He was a welder and owned Forrest City Welding and Repair.
He was preceded in...
Eva Louise Dewitt
Mar 26, 2019
Ms. Eva Louise Dewitt, age 92, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at her home in Colt, Arkansas on March 26, 2019. Born July 9, 1926, she was the daughter of Emmitt Hill and Ruby Tims Hill. She enjoyed working in the yard, loving her grandchildren and volunteering within her church, Colt CDC and community. She was a beloved member...
Carrie Lynette Appling
Mar 24, 2019
Ms. Carrie L Appling, age 37, from Paragould, AR, died at St. Bernards Medical Center Jonesboro on March 24, 2019 after a long illness. Born September 26, 1981, she was the daughter of Larry Henson and the late Marsha Wilson Henson. She was a former Preschool teacher.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Marsha Wilson...
Nancy Gardner
Feb 24, 2019
Mrs. Nancy Gardner, age 50, died at NEA Hospital in Jonesboro on February 24, 2019. Born August 16, 1968, she was the daughter of Farrell Pannell and Juel Boon Pannell. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her husband, Douglas of the home; two sons, Matt (& wife Shelli) of Forrest City, Arkansas and Dairl Gardner of Osceola,...
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