Mark Edward Krabacher
May 31, 2023
Mark Edward Krabacher, 71, passed away on May 31, 2023. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on August 25, 1951, to Joseph Krabacher and Roberta (Dietz) Kollstedt.
It is difficult to sum up the life of someone like "Pops" in just a few sentences. He was funny, kind, stubborn, caring, hardworking, and a family man. He loved...
Angela Christene Parks
May 29, 2023
Angela Christene Parks, 60, passed away on May 29, 2023. She was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, on January 1, 1963, to Kenneth Bulla and Nancy (Foree) Bulla.
Angela lived as a Christian. She was a quilter and a painter. She passed her love of good stories and reading to two generations, and she made every Christmas dinner...
Mary Ida Sue Wilson (Purdy)
May 29, 2023
Mary Ida Sue Wilson (Purdy) passed away on 29 May 2023 at the Springs Nursing Home in Batesville, Arkansas.  She was born on February 4, 1949, in Manila, Arkansas.  Her parents were Earnie Wilson and Opal (Whitmire) Wilson.  She was the youngest child of 3 brothers and 3 sisters; Lura Lucille Ketchum, Alfred Gene Wilson, George Lyman Wilson, Eunithia...
Byron Louis Difani
May 27, 2023
Byron Louis Difani, 57, of Batesville, AR, died on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Byron was born on June 2, 1965, in St. Louis, MO, to the late Herman Louis Difani and Shirley Ann (Robbins) Difani. He was a loving husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, teacher, and principal; and his God-given ability to impact the lives of...
Leo Thomas Farris
May 25, 2023
Leo Thomas Farris, 19 weeks, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2023. He was born in Batesville, AR, to Joseph Farris and Kimberly Marchbanks. Although he was not here long, he was loved fiercely; and his memory will live on in the hearts of those that loved him.
Peggy Ann Warren
May 24, 2023
Peggy Ann (Jarrett) Warren, 79, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2023, at her home in Newark, Arkansas.
Peggy was born on November 6, 1943, in Newark, Arkansas. Peggy was the second of four children and the only daughter of Denver Jarrett and Pauline (Purdom) Jarrett. She graduated from Newark High School in 1961. She went on...
Seth Holland Wood
May 23, 2023
Seth Holland Wood, 41, of Batesville, AR, died on May 23, 2023. He was born on November 19, 1981, in Batesville to Austin Wood and the late Rebecca (Holland) Wood. Seth was a graduate of Southside High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Â Seth is preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Wood, and his maternal grandparents,...
John David (Jd) Rowe
May 23, 2023
John David (JD) Rowe, 74, passed away on May 23, 2023. He was born in Drury, MO, on June 21, 1948, to Leonard Rowe and Freda (Hix) Rowe. JD was the owner and operator of American Tree Service for many years. He was a jack of all trades, who enjoyed remodeling his house and woodworking. He also liked to...
Jason David Anderson
May 17, 2023
Jason David Anderson was born on October 28, 1973, in Batesville, AR, to Johnnie (Cossey) Anderson Baker and the late David Lee Anderson and died on May 17, 2023, in Sulphur Rock, AR. Jason was a loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was a caring person and was willing to do anything for anybody. He...
Roger Lynn Johnson
May 14, 2023
Roger Lynn Johnson, 75, passed away on May 14, 2023. He was born in Newport, AR, on August 24, 1947, to Elbert Johnson and Eunice (Tanksley) Johnson. Roger enjoyed fishing, riding horses, and restoring his antique truck.
Roger is survived by his sons, John Johnson and Shawn Johnson; brother, Jay Johnson; sisters, Patricia Comia and Shirley Pfieffer...
Robin Spear Graham
May 13, 2023
Robin Spear Graham, a Vietnam veteran and retired lieutenant colonel, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 13, 2023. His family is deeply saddened by his sudden death.
He was born on June 17, 1943, to the late William and Helen Graham, in New Rochelle, NY. He attended Marietta College in Ohio and received a Master's of Science...
Frank Lamar Marshall Iii
May 13, 2023
Frank Lamar Marshall III, 74, passed away on May 13, 2023. He was born in Memphis, TN, on September 16, 1948, to Frank and Mildred Marshall.
Frank was an honorable and good man, that adopted four children as his own. He loved his family and wanted the best for them. He loved family get-togethers and often talked...
Frankie Dale Gwin
May 13, 2023
Frankie Dale Gwin, 78, passed away on May 13, 2023. He was born in Leflore, OK, on January 7, 1945, to Charlie Gwin and Mildred (Walden) Gwin. Frankie was the owner and operator of Batesville Roofing for forty years. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, and camping, alongside one of his best friends and brother-in-law,...
Jimmy Allen Hocevar
May 6, 2023
Jimmy Allen Hocevar, 64, passed away on May 6, 2023. He was born in Dallas, TX, on November 30, 1958.
Jimmy was strong-willed, independent, and caring. He was not afraid to say what needed to be said, but he always did it from a place of love. When it came to helping others, Jimmy was always willing...
Billy Maurice Richardson
May 5, 2023
Billy Maurice Richardson, 75, passed away on May 5, 2023. He was born in Batesville, AR, on July 7, 1947, to Carl Richardson and Vivian (Riley) Richardson. Billy worked in the funeral industry for many years and drove a van at the Community School. He enjoyed spending time with his dogs. He also loved his family and friends, especially...
Vicki Gail Medley
May 4, 2023
Vicki Gail Medley, 69, passed away on May 4, 2023. She was born in Batesville, Arkansas, on February 10, 1954, to Mike and Jo Isley.
Vicki was of the Baptist faith. She was spunky, loving, stubborn, strong-willed, and kind. Vicki never met a stranger and was always willing to go out of her way to help others....
Desha Byrd Kruse
May 2, 2023
Desha Byrd Kruse, 68, passed away on May 2, 2023, at her home in Batesville, AR. She was born on November 16, 1954, in Banner Elk, North Carolina, to the late John M. Byrd and Jean (Minter) Byrd.
Desha worked at Touch of Design Florist for nineteen years and was the church secretary at Hope Lutheran Church...
Tommy Lee Jones
Apr 30, 2023
Tommy Lee Jones, 74, of Mt. Pleasant, AR, died on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Tommy was born on March 1, 1949, in Lake Village, AR, to the late Elson Jones and Vera Bee (Knight) Jones. He was of Baptist faith. Tommy graduated from Buras High School in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. It was in high school that he met the...
Stephen Andrew Gilbert
Apr 30, 2023
Stephen Andrew Gilbert, 38, passed away on April 30, 2023. He was born in Pocahontas, AR, on June 29, 1984, to Marvin R. Gilbert and Phyllis (Tucsnak) Gilbert. Stephen enjoyed riding motorcycles and going to air shows. He was also a big jokester. Stephen was a bail bondsman who served Independence County for over thirteen years. Stephen used his...
Shirley Jean Newingham
Apr 29, 2023
Shirley Jean Newingham, 87, passed away on April 29, 2023. She was born on March 16, 1936, in Alton, Illinois, to Henry and Mae McCane.
Shirley was a kind, caring, and strong-willed person who was always willing to stand up for what she believed in. She was not afraid to speak her mind, but she did it...
