TXK TODAY STAFF

TXK TODAY STAFF

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James Wilson

James Michael Wilson, age 74, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, at 4:49 a.m. at Hospice of Texarkana. Born July 5, 1951, in New Boston, Texas, he was the beloved son of James Harvey Wilson and Mildred Geraldine (Dalton) Wilson.A proud Navy veteran, James honorably served ...

Herbert Harold Hamilton

Herbert H. Hamilton, 91, was born August 26th, 1934, in Canadian, Texas, and passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2026. Herb loved our country and proudly served in the Texas Army National Guard. His faith in Jesus Christ informed all that he did, faithfully serving as a deacon, building and groun...

James “Jimmy” Clark

James “Jimmy” Glenn Clark, 74, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on March 27, 2026. He was born on January 12, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas.Jimmy will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who cherished his family and the many blessings of life. He enjoyed old cars, ...

David Leon Friday

David was born on August 20, 1934, in Fouke, Arkansas, to his parents, Daniel and Rachel Friday. He dedicated many years of his life to working at Red River Army Depot, including 12 years spent overseas in Germany. A proud United States Army veteran, David carried a strong work ethic and a deep sens...

Copper Ray Thomas Page

Infant Copper Ray Thomas Page passed on March 29, 2026, having been born on March 24, 2026. Preceded in death by Kenny Page who was his Pawpaw; grandfathers Earl Page and Don Purifoy. Survived by his parents Collin and Hannah…

Cedric Mathis

The Four States Funeral Home extend our deepest condolences to the family of Cedric Mathis, (43) of Texarkana, Texas. Arrangements are pending and will be announced when finalized....

Michael Allen Walker

Michael Allen Walker, age 82, of Spring, Texas passed away on March 30, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1944, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Charlie and Artie Walker. He spent over 40 years as an electrical engineer for Kellogg – Brown and Root, where he later retired. In his free time, he enjoyed spe...

Martha Sue Ward

Martha Sue Ward, 80, of Texarkana died on April 1, 2026. She was born July 2, 1945 to Sidney and Martha Akin in Redlick, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Ward, her parents, a brother Sid Akin, two sisters Dorothy Harris, Sylvia Gotcher, and a nephew. Survivors include her brot...

Alene Elizabeth Ashley

Alene Elizabeth Ashley, age 96, of Fouke passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025. Mrs. Ashley was born July 10th, 1929 in Tallulah, La. She was a homemaker and spent many years at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded…

Reba Darlene Nine

Reba Darlene Nine passed peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Ms. Nine was born on June 13, 1949, in Texarkana, AR. She is preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Oretha Holcomb; her husband of 31…

Carl Buckley

Carl Buckley, born on September 19, 1954, passed away on November 5, 2025, at the age of 71. A resident of Texarkana, Arkansas, James was a hard-working and kind-hearted individual, known for his honesty, generosity, and loyalty. His selfless and…

Barney Jones Jr.

Barney Jones Jr., a resident of Stamps, Arkansas, passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on March 16, 1942, Mr. Jones was known for his kind-hearted, compassionate, and humorous nature. He was a cherished and…