Obituaries

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....

Apr 18, 2020

Roger Dale Riney, 67, of Milligan Ridge, Arkansas departed this life on Saturday, April 18, 2020.  He was born on September 3, 1952 to Leo Albert and Jennie Courtney Riney.  Roger served his country as a Sergeant in The United States Marine Corps.  He enjoyed metal detecting, hunting, being outside, computers and playing with his grandchildren, nieces and nephews....

Apr 16, 2020

Mack Rhoads, 87, of Marked Tree, Arkansas departed this life Thursday, April 16, 2020.  He was born on October 18, 1932 to Andy and Tom Dodson Rhoads.  He attended college at Arkansas State University, served his country in The Naval Reserves, was a retired farmer and driver for Roadway Trucking.  His passion was restoring antique furniture and numerous homes. ...

Mar 18, 2020

Edward Eugene “Eddie” Nash, 76, of Payneway, Arkansas., departed this life on March 18, 2020.  He was born on January 1, 1944 to Franklin Eugene and Susie Hunter Nash.  He was a member of Corners Chapel Baptist Church in Payneway, Arkansas. He assisted with the Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief and loved walking his dog, Shue.

He is...

Mar 18, 2020

James Anderson Marshall, Jr., 67, of Monette, Arkansas departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born on July 14, 1952 to James Anderson Sr. and Mildred Patterson Marshall.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother: Tad Marshall.

James is survived by one son: Chris Marshall of Festus,...

Mar 13, 2020

John Wayne Story, 67, of Lepanto, Arkansas departed this life on Friday, March 13, 2020 in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  He was born on June 9, 1952 to Sam, Sr. and Linda Fay Stone Story.  He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed gardening, music, baseball, football and The Razorbacks.  He loved his Beagle, Susie.

He is preceded in...