TXK TODAY STAFF

TXK TODAY STAFF

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Kenneth Lynn Lamb

Kenneth Lynn Lamb, age 83, of Genoa, Arkansas, passed from this earthly life on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in a local hospice facility. Mr. Lamb was born on May 19, 1942, in Texarkana, Arkansas and lived in the surrounding area for most of his life. He was retired from Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. and a...

Lilly Darlene Landrum

Lilly Darlene Landrum, beloved daughter of James McDonald and Vivian (Hughey) McDonald, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 12, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas. Born on May 22, 1936, in Lufkin, Texas, Lilly lived a full life spanning 89 years.A lifelong resident of Texas, she was a Baptist Chri...

Becky Flieder

Becky Flieder, 76, passed on March 15, 2026. She was born March 31, 1949, and was a resident of Texarkana, Texas. A visitation will be held at East Funeral Home, 2807 Moores Lane, Texarkana, Texas, on March 20, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at East Memorial Chapel,...

Jason Matthew Long

Jason Matthew Long, age 47, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away at his home on Friday, March 13, 2026. Jason was born on May 10, 1978, in Texarkana, Texas, and spent his life in the Texarkana area. From an early age, he showed remarkable intelligence and a natural curiosity about how things worked. ...

Abigail Sharon Roberts

Abigail Sharon Roberts passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Abigail, or Abby for short, was born on January 26, 2026, to her parents, Elizabeth and Timothy Roberts. She was preceded in death by two great-great-grandmothers, Alexis Sharon Cantrell and Gladice Huddleston; and cousin, Abigail Joyne...

Mary Ellen Pardue

Mary “Ellen” Pardue, 84, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away March 15, 2026. She was born on December 9, 1941, in Springhill, Arkansas. Ellen spent most of her life in Texarkana where she devoted herself to her family and home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin Pardue; three brothers, How...

Betty Jean Ross-Morrison

Mrs. Betty J. Ross-Morrison, 91 of Hope, Arkansas slept peacefully info time on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Christus St. Michael, Texarkana,Texas. Betty was deeply rooted and grounded in the Lord. She confessed her love for Christ at an early age. She lived a life rooted in faith. Faith was the found...

Antonio Telles

Antonio Telles, age 63, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was born on September 21, 1962, to Kathy Lafayette Telles and Manuel Telles. Antonio was known by his family as a dedicated and loving family man. He cherished the time he spent with those he loved and often...

Mary Johansen

Mary Martha Johansen, 43, of Lone Star, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Texarkana, Arkansas.Mary was born on July 4, 1982, in Longview, Texas. From the beginning, she brought joy and energy into the lives of those around her. She was known for her vibrant personality, kind heart, and ...

Adam Rose

Adam Rose, age 51, of Genoa, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at Hospice of Texarkana. He was born on February 15, 1975, in Texarkana, Texas. Adam was a lifelong resident of the area. He was the beloved son of Wanda and Samuel Rose. Adam was a dedicated delivery driver for Jimmy Jo...