Julie Ann Turpen

Julie Ann Turpen, 67, of Marked Tree, Arkansas departed this life on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on April 21, 1958 to Wayne Alvie and Gladys Farmer Smallwood in Lepanto, Arkansas.

Julie was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed reading her bible. She graduated from Marked Tree High School and earned a business degree from Delta Vo-Tech.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Marty Turpen and her father: Wayne Smallwood.

Julie is survived by her mother: Gladys Smallwood of Marked Tree, Arkansas, one daughter: LeeAndrea Lowry (Shawn) of Marked Tree, Arkansas, one brother: Timothy Smallwood of Jonesboro, Arkansas and two grandchildren: Justin Lowry of Marked Tree, Arkansas and Hannah Lowry of Manila, Arkansas.

She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

A Graveside service will be held at Marked Tree Cemetery on

Monday, March 2, 2026 At 2:00 P.M. 

Brother Rick Kimery will officiate the service.

Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Marked Tree.