Obituaries for the Greene County, AR Area

Feb 4, 2024

Jimmy Ray "Jim" Bowlin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the community peacefully departed this world on February 4, 2024, at the age of 87, surrounded by the love of his family.



Born in Stanford, Arkansas, on February 1, 1937, to the late Lloyd and Drusilla Bowlin, Jim was a dedicated individual who embraced life with passion and...

Feb 3, 2024

Joy Loree Cross passed from this life on February 3, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born in Delaplaine, Arkansas, to the late Victor Crabtree and the late Marie (White) Cross. At 16, she married the love of her life, Leo Cross.  They had 61 years together when he passed away in 2010. She was a member of...

Jan 31, 2024

Mary Ann (Barnhart) Stokes 88, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on January 31, 2024, after a long and happy life with family and friends. Mary was born on February 18, 1935, to Lilborn and Lena May Barnhart in Marmaduke, Arkansas.



Starting in elementary school, she was the twinkle in Cecial L. Stokes' eye, and they wed in 1952, going on...

Jan 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Christine Marie Kerr. Born on November 30, 1967, in St. Louis to David Kerr and the late Karen Kerr, Chris touched the lives of all who knew her and will forever be remembered for her compassionate heart, vibrant spirit, and endless love.



Chris graduated from Oak Grove High...

Jan 30, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of Bruce Rippy on January 30, 2024, in Morganfield, Kentucky.  He was born on March 10, 1958, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. 



Bruce is preceded in death by his mother, Velma Smittle, and his father, Jack Rippy.



He is survived by his oldest sister and brother-in-law, Gloranna and Hollas Reynolds; his...

Jan 28, 2024

Jerry Dean McMillian, aged 85, of Paragould, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2024, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Born on September 30, 1938, in DeWitt, Arkansas, Jerry was a man whose presence was characterized by his kind-hearted nature and diligent spirit. As an attendee of the DeWitt Tabernacle, Jerry's faith was a cornerstone of his existence. An avid lover of...

Jan 26, 2024

George Edwin Morten, age 79, of Paragould, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Arkansas Continued Care Hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Ed was born on August 5, 1944, to the late George Washington Morten and Jewell Juanita (Vaughn) Morten in Paragould, Arkansas.

Ed was a dedicated member of Southside Community Church in Paragould. He served in the United States...

Jan 16, 2024

Bobby Letroy Smith, 84, of Paragould passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He was born April 19, 1939, to Mildred and Edith Smith. Bobby enjoyed building dirt track race cars and going coon and deer hunting. He enjoyed riding and taking care of mules. He loved cheering for the Los Angeles Lakers and Kansas City Chiefs. Bobby enjoyed going...

Jan 9, 2024

Charley Paul Prater, 88, passed on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at his farm doing what he loved.

He was born February 5, 1935, in Egypt, AR, to the late William Jackson and Stella Bridges Prater. Charley graduated from Egypt High School in 1953 and served in the United States Navy during the Korean War from 1953 until 1957. He was...

Dec 26, 2023

Cecil Seachrist, 80, of Poplar Bluff, MO., passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Mark Twain Nursing Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Mr. Seachrist was born July 4, 1943, in Boydsville, AR. Mr. Seachrist was a truck driver for Yellow Freight Lines for 37 years. He loved being on the road and seeing the countryside. He proudly served his country...

Dec 18, 2023

Karen Rainwater, 81, of Corning, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, at AMMC in Paragould.

She was born on April 3, 1942, the daughter of the late Elmer Lawrence Rainwater and Ivy Imogene Stevens Rainwater. She was a Church of Christ member and attended the Evening Star Church. Karen graduated from Bradford High School. She worked for years as...

Dec 16, 2023

Grace Lorraine Haskins, age 94, of Paragould, went to be with her Lord on December 16, 2023, at NEA Baptist in Jonesboro. Grace was born on October 3, 1929, to the late Ervin Parker and Lula A. (Kendrick) Parker in Pell City, AL. 

Grace was an active member of Greater Vision Church in Paragould. She worked for Paragould school district...

Dec 15, 2023

Janet Louise Wilhite, 78 of Paragould passed from this life on Friday, December 15, 2023, at her residence. She was born on August 28, 1945, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late John William and Mary Louise Bricker Meise. Janet was Catholic and in her spare time enjoyed shopping, cooking, and baking for people in need. She always cooked enough to...

Dec 10, 2023

Alfred Joseph “Joey” Austin III, 62, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023. He was born October 11, 1961, to Alfred and Darlene Austin. Joey loved spending time with his family and enjoyed being an auctioneer.  He attended Arkansas State University and was the Outstanding Student in Agriculture Education in 1985. had a heart for the underdog and...

Dec 7, 2023

Larry Jason Moore, 46, of Paragould, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023. Jason was born March 15, 1977, to Larry “Pop” and Lou Moore. Jason was an avid fisherman, hunter, scuba diver, and drag racer. He enjoyed working with his hands, whether it be in the yard, at the farm, or around the house. He enjoyed time with his family...

Dec 6, 2023

Lula Mae "Lou" Varvil, 81, of Paragould, passed from this life on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, with family by her side. She was born in Greenway on September 22, 1942, to the late Delmer Jack Weaver and the late Gladys Farrar Austin. Lou married her best friend, Johnny, on January 16, 1985. Lou, or "Bant" as her friends affectionately knew...

Dec 5, 2023

Michael "Mike" Lynn Blankenship, 65, of Paragould, passed from this life on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan, on September 1, 1958, to the late David and Agnes Cooper Blankenship. Mike met his bride, Linda, in the St. Louis area in the late 1970s. They wed on March 8, 1980,...

Dec 4, 2023

Nov 30, 2023

Patricia “Patty” Hyde, 71, of Paragould, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023. She was born May 13, 1952, to Harvey and Christene Hyde. Patty loved spending time with her great-nieces and nephew and working crossword puzzles. She enjoyed sitting outside on the porch swing and watching gameshows on TV.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Gewanda...

Nov 21, 2023

Ruth E. Yingst, 92, of Baldwinsville, NY, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. She served the Lord many years by printing Gospel tracts and playing piano and organ in church. She sang of her love for Jesus until she went to her home in Heaven. She taught her children to love and serve the...