All Obituaries

Michael Lloyd Sutherland, 49, a resident of Wynne, departed this life, Friday, May 29, 2026, at his home. He was born, February 8, 1977, the son of Garry Layne and Cynda Diane McCulley Sutherland. Throughout his life, Michael worked a variety of jobs, including positions as a delivery driver for Pepsi and later UPS. Outside of work, he was an avid NASCAR fan who enjoyed fishing and spending time with friends. Known for his big personality and outgoing nature, Michael loved making people ...

Billy Joe Jones, 60, a resident of Wynne, departed this life, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at his home. He was born, May 30, 1965, in Wynne, the son of Walter Wesley and Shirley Alexander Jones. He earned two associate degrees and was a Journeyman Electrician and worked for FedEx in Memphis for many years. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends. Billy is survived by his Mother: Shirley Jones of Parkin, wife: Jenny Jones of Wynne, two sons: Brett Jones and wife Louiza of ...

Cortez “Shorty” Marion Wilson, 79, departed this life, Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born, March 3, 1947, in Fair Oaks, the son of Hubert and Myrtle Agnes Stephens Wilson. He married Miss Young Cha Kang on March 31, 1980. Shorty served in the U.S. Army for 20 years (1966–1986). Over the course of his career, he was stationed at posts throughout the United States and served overseas in Germany (two tours), Korea, and Italy. He loved ...

SERVICE UPDATE   Charles Ronald Finlay, 82, a resident of Cherry Valley, departed this life, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Jonesboro. He was born, August 11, 1943, in Christchurch, New Zealand, the son of Ronald Gerald and Mabel Margaret Bennett Finlay. He married Cheryl Anne Martin on April 9, 2002. Charles dedicated twenty-five years of his life to serving in the New Zealand Army. Over the course of his career, he participated in three separate wars and notably served alongside ...

Mary Arrena Spivey, 81, a resident of Forrest City, departed this life, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Wynne. She was born, November 17, 1944, in Colt, Arkansas, the daughter of Virgil Grant Brown and Mary Olive Gunter Brown. She married Mr. Robert Michael Spivey, Sr. on November 27, 1963. Mary graduated from Forrest City High School in 1962. Following her graduation, she began her career as a secretary, working for several companies over the years. Among her employers was McDonald/Douglas, ...

SERVICE UPDATE Loretta Ann Hallman, 60, a resident of Brookland, departed this life unexpectantly Thursday, April 2, 2026, at NEA hospital in Jonesboro. She was born, August 13, 1965 in Greenfield, Indiana, the daughter of Norman and Joyce Ann Davis Immel. Loretta graduated from Wynne High School and earned an Associate Degree in computer technology from EACC. She loved interacting with people, reading, and playing board and card games. Loretta was known for her ability to have fun and ...

                                                                  SERVICE UPDATE Naomi Fay Burnett,79, a resident of Colt, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at her home. She was born, June 29, 1946, in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of William Willie and Annie Bell Cox Lumley. She married Larry ...

Bill Lee Sissel-Hill, 61, a resident of Cherry Valley, went to be with his Lord, Sunday, March 15, 2026, at his home. He was born November 19, 1964, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the son of Geary Lynn and Nova Ann Gunkel Sissel. Bill Lee Sissel-Hill graduated from Mannford High School in Oklahoma. Throughout his life, he worked diligently as both an electrician and a carpenter, dedicating many years to these professions. Bill was a devoted Christian who cherished his faith, consistently ...

Raymond Lee Hubbard, 78, a resident of Wynne, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born, November 21, 1947, in Wynne, the son of Ceasar, Sr. and Bertha Lee Peery Hubbard. He married Joyce Ann Mayo on March 3, 2017. Ray was a high school graduate and worked for the sanitation department in Chicago for many years before moving back to Wynne, where he worked for Matthews Sweet Potato Farm until he retired.  He was a member ...

Sandra Kay Matthews, aged 72, was a cherished resident of Jonesboro who departed this life on Sunday, March 8, 2026, following a courageous and lengthy battle. Now, she rests peacefully. Sandra was born on June 2, 1953, in Memphis, Tennessee, the beloved daughter of Roy and Mary Glen Hamrick Matthews. Sandra graduated from Parkin High School in 1972. Throughout her professional life, she served as a purchasing agent for Dupont and later worked as a CNA at Crestpark. In her free time, Sandra ...