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Martha Jane Wofford
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Martha Jane Wofford, born Martha Jane Reel on Dec. 16, 1952, in Crawfordsville, peacefully passed away on March 21, 2024, at the age of 71 in Marked Tree. She was surrounded by her loving family. Martha is survived by her devoted husband, Johnnie Wofford, of the home; two sons, Michael Wofford and Terry Wofford, both of Marked Tree; two brothers, Sammie Toombs of Lepanto and Lee Reels of Marked Tree; four sisters, Gloria Ray of St. ...
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Amos Anthony Reed
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Amos Anthony Reed was born Aug. 18, 1961, to Freddie and Leola Reed in Blytheville. He departed this life March 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; four brothers, Larry Johnson, Michael Reed, Danny Reed and Eric Reed; one sister, Debra Ann Reed Feemster...
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Mary Helen Duncan
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Mary Helen Duncan, 85, of Tyronza, went to her heavenly home on Friday, March 29, 2024. She was born May 27, 1938, in Savannah, Tenn., to James Otis White and Mary Jane Skimehorne White. She was preceded in death by her parents and second father, Jasper Newt Byrd; husband, Clayton Duncan; daughter, Mary Pauline Duncan; grandson, Kenneth Duncan; sisters, Mildred Grant, Betty Greene; brothers, Loyce White, Buddy Woosley, Johnny Wayne Byrd and Floyd White...
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Tommie Lynn Goad
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Tommie Lynn Goad, 69, of Bradford passed away peacefully at home Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was born in Leachville on Nov. 10, 1954, to Grant and Margaret (Cagle) Goad. Tommie worked at several jobs throughout the years from construction, farming and Choate Machine and Tool. He later worked as a factory supervisor at Quick Point. He loved fishing in his spare time. If anyone ever needed help Tommie was always ready to do what he could. He was a loving brother, uncle, and friend to many...
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Yolonda Michelle Daniel
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
The family of Yolonda Michelle Daniel, known affectionately as “Tatpole,” mourns her passing on March 25, 2024, at the age of 43. Born on the same date in 1981, in Osceola, Yolonda’s life was a testament to her vibrant spirit and loving heart. Left to cherish her memory are her beloved mother, Minnie Johnson of Osceola; her devoted children, Kristopher Adams and Se’naj Brown of Luxora, and Dequisha Daniel of Luxora; her caring brother, Kenneth Daniel of Osceola; her dear sister, Stacey White of Little Rock; and her adored grandchildren, Kedtric Thomas Jr., Kolton Thomas, Nova Douglas, and Zaelyn Brown, who brought her immeasurable joy.. ...
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Jacqueline Kennedy
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Jacqueline Kennedy was born July 27, 1975, to Felix Kennedy Sr. and Doretha Lewis Kennedy in Blytheville. She departed this life on March 26, 2024, at her home in Ohio. She was preceded in death by her father. She leaves to cherish her memories three sons, Trenton Young, Trevor Young and Tavion Kennedy, all of Cleveland, Ohio; her mother, Doretha Lewis Kennedy of Gosnell; three sisters, Mary Lewis of Gosnell, Lasheca Johnson of Haywood, Calif., and Treva Peace of Atlanta, Ga.; three brothers, Felix Kennedy Jr, Robert Kennedy and Travis Kennedy, all of Blytheville; two grandsons, Ivory Kennedy and Joseph Sharp, both of Cleveland, Ohio; and a host of other relatives and friends.. ...
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Lester B. Franklin
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Lester B. Franklin was born Dec. 12, 1947, in Blytheville, to E.P. Franklin Sr. and Linnie Armour. She departed this life on March 26, 2024, at her home in Blytheville at the age of 76. She was preceded in death by her parents, Linnie and E.P. Franklin Sr.; two sons, Thomas J. Black and Patrick R. Franklin; one grandson, Thomas N. Black; two brothers, Johnny B. Franklin and E.P. Franklin Jr.; three sisters, Dorothy Jean Edwards, Annie Bell Franklin and Ruthie Mae Garrett...
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Tammy Williams
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Tammy Williams, 57, entered into eternal rest on March 28, 2024. Born Dec. 11, 1966, in Osceola, Tammy’s life was one of dedication to her family and community in Gosnell. Left to cherish her memory is her devoted son, Roderick Black of Steele, Mo. Tammy’s unwavering spirit will also live on through her brothers, Elvis Williams of Gosnell, Herman D. ...
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Floyd “Pat” Clowers
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Floyd “Pat” Clowers, 98, of Luxora, passed from this life Saturday, March 23, 2024. He was born Oct. 7, 1925, to Daniel and Angeline Clowers in Van Buren County, Arkansas. Pat was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Billie Jo Clowers, who passed away in 2011, as well as his parents, 11 siblings, and three grandsons, Ronald D. Clowers, Jason Clowers and Matthew Bowles...
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Donna Lynn Bishop
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Donna Lynn Bishop, 51, of Manila, passed away March 20, 2024, at her home. She was born Jan. 4, 1973, in Osceola, to Oscar Bishop Jr. and the late Linda Sue Webb. Dona is survived by her father, Oscar Bishop Jr. of Manila; son, Christopher Bishop of the home; and brother, Danny (Geri) Bishop of Manila...
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Billie Jean Sharp
(Obituary ~ 04/02/24)
Billie Jean Sharp, 53, of Turrell, was called to her eternal rest at her home on March 24, 2024. Born on July 31, 1970, in Wynne, her spirit was a beacon of light to all who knew her. Billie Jean’s memory will be cherished by her devoted husband, Michael Sharp, and her beloved daughters, Veronica (Quinton) Rivera of Marion and Angie Pender of Marked Tree. ...
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Blytheville shooting is under investigation
(Local News ~ 04/02/24)
By SANDRA BRAND NEA Town Courier Editor A Blytheville man was transferred to the Regional One Medical Center in Memphis after suffering gunshot wounds. According to Sgt. Robin Haught-Angel with the Blytheville Police Department, Trevon Jones was shot on Monday, April 1. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of South Parkside...
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Art class project to raise funds for kiln
(Local News ~ 04/02/24)
Manila Elementary art students, under the direction of art teacher Brooke Aguilar, are working on a project with a goal to purchase a kiln for the art department. The project included art, research and economics. The students first studied work by artist Stella Baggott. ...
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