Obituaries

Jul 31, 2020

Curtis Walter Allan Underwood, 63, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Friday, July 31, 2020 at his home.  He was born in Rockford, IL. on May 28, 1957 to Curtis Ray and Winnie Ellen Kendall Underwood.

Curtis worked as a Machine Operator for Southwire.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and his dog, Spanky.

Jul 31, 2020

Conita “CoCo” Jernigan Lyle

Conita was born on March 30, 1938, in Lepanto, AR. to Coleman and Nita Jernigan.  “Conita” is a combination of her parent’s names.  Later in life, her nieces, nephews and friends began calling her “CoCo”.   She was a Christian and of the Baptist faith.

She graduated from Lepanto High School in...

Jul 30, 2020

Loudean Jensen, 95, of Marked Tree, Arkansas formerly of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life Thursday, July 30, 2020 at St. Benards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was the oldest of 9 kids, a member of Lepanto First Baptist Church, enjoyed working in her flowers, at home and at the church, especially roses, singing on Wednesday’s at the Nursing...

Jul 23, 2020

Allison Michelle Shinall, 21, of Memphis, Tennessee departed this life on Thursday, July 23, 2020 in Memphis.  She was born January 30, 1999 to Amy Cissell (Todd) of Sand Ridge, Arkansas and Jeremy Shinall (Torie) of Bono, Arkansas.  She was a Christian, loved the Lord and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  Her boys were her life. ...

Jul 9, 2020

Imogene Dewailly, 85, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Thursday, July 9, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  She was born on September 6, 1934 to William C. and Frances Ann Dewailly.  She graduated from Lepanto High School where she was a star basketball player.  Imogene loved Pepsi, kittens and she was just a kind sweet giving soul.

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Jul 6, 2020

Robert Wyatt Boxley, 58, departed this life July 6, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born January 6, 1962 to John Edward, Sr., and Ruby Jean Cooley Boxley.

Robert was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Marked Tree, Arkansas and worked as a farm manager for Ritter Ag.  He was an outdoorsman, enjoyed fishing,...

Jul 2, 2020

Tommy Franklin Stracener, Jr., 46, of Marion, Arkansas departed this life on Thursday, July 2, 2020.  He was born on July 21, 1973 to Tommy Franklin Stracener, Sr. and Martha Jo Hauptman Stracener.  Tommy was a Christian and was known as “The Preacher.”  He led several people to the Lord.  He loved music and spending time with his nieces...

Jun 30, 2020

Shelby Jean Nielsen, 81 of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on June 30, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  She was born on July 14, 1938 to William Howard and Anna Blanche Kemp Watts.  She was a member of Lepanto First Baptist Church.

Shelby is preceded in death by her husband: Paul Neilsen and her parents.

Shelby...

Jun 26, 2020

Ramona N. Stokes, 81 years old, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed from this life on June 26, 2020.  She was born January 25, 1939 in Marked Tree, Arkansas to Len and Grace Stokes.

She was a Christian and faithful member of the Church of Christ and up until her illness pre-empted her attendance, she was devoted to...

Jun 14, 2020

Wayne Ruthven, 63, of Marked Tree, Arkansas., departed this life June 14, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born in Lepanto, Arkansas, January 31, 1957 to Clifton Junior and Thelma Juanita Jackson Ruthven.

Wayne was an automotive mechanic. He enjoyed watching wrestling and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

He is preceded in death...

Jun 12, 2020

Wyatt Levin Boxley, 15, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Friday, June 12, 2020.  He was born on June 22, 2004 to Robert Wyatt Boxley and Laura Beth Simmons in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Wyatt was an 11th grade honor student at EPC and a member of the National Honor Society.  He loved football and basketball, he played...

Jun 8, 2020

Herman Claude “Dickie” Roark, 92, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Monday, June 8, 2020 at his home.  He was born on May 4, 1928 to Jesse Medders Sr. and Trotty Myrtle Lay Roark.

He is preceded in death by his parents, two sons: Steven Wayne Roark and Anthony Dale Roark, the mother of his children:...

Jun 5, 2020

Julie Charlene Bromley, 96 of Marked Tree, Arkansas departed this life on June 5, 2020, in Marked Tree Arkansas.  She was born on December 8, 1923 to Samuel Newton and Mattie Ann Horn Thomas.  She was of the Baptist faith, she loved taking care of animals, being outside and spending time with her family.

She is preceded...

Jun 5, 2020

Mr. Robert Prince, prominent Marked Tree farmer, merchant and civic leader died June 5, 2020, at his home in Fayetteville, Arkansas surrounded by his family.   He was born January 14, 1933, the son of Guy and Lorine Prince, in Marked Tree, Arkansas.  After graduating from Marked Tree High School, he attended college at Arkansas Southern in Monticello.  He joined...

May 16, 2020

Max Roger Herrera, 36, of Jonesboro, Arkansas departed this life on Saturday, May 16, 2020 in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was born on December 13, 1983 to Ismael Herrera and Julie Welch Herrera.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Lloyd B. Rogers, Essie Mae “Sissy” Rogers, Regino Herrera and Natalia Herrera and one uncle: Tommy...

May 9, 2020

Eulis Hutcheson, 83, of Marked Tree, Arkansas departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2020.  He was born on November 28, 1936 to Melvin and Stella Webster Hutcheson.  He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed hunting, fishing and gambling.  He was the best Uncle you could ask for.

Eulis is preceded in death by his spouse:...

May 8, 2020

Troy Ray Brimingham, 81, of Covington, Georgia departed this life on Friday, May 8, 2020 at Peidmont Hospital in Covington, Georgia.  He was born on October 12, 1938 in Booneville, Mississippi to Rubin Emley and Eva Strickland Brimingham.

He retired from AT&T as a layout operator.

Troy is preceded in death by his wife: Violet...

May 4, 2020

Bobby Don Turner, 54, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Monday, May 4, 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee.  He was born on August 26, 1965 to Billy and Bobbie Carson Turner.  Bobby Don enjoyed hunting, fishing and hanging out at Duane’s body shop.

He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: David Turner and...

Apr 27, 2020

Randall Keith “Birdie” Burfield, 64, of Marked Tree, Arkansas., departed this life on April 27, 2020.  He was born on October 15, 1955 to Vance Davis and Laura Louise White Burfield.

Randy was a member of Neiswander Baptist Church and worked for E. Ritter Seed Company for 43 1/2 years and for Poinsett Rice and Grain for 1...

Apr 22, 2020

Ansel “Tony” Anderson, 81, of Hernando, Mississippi departed this life on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.  He was born on May 11, 1938 to Raymond and Mattie Casaday Anderson.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife: Mary K. Anderson, one son: Lance Anderson, two sisters: Leta Simons and Carita Taylor and one great granddaughter: Delilah Byrd....