Category Texarkana Obituaries

The latest obituaries and death notices from funeral homes serving Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas — updated daily as arrangements are announced.

John Allen Gross

John Allen Gross, 70, of Texarkana, Arkansas, died Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in Little Rock, Arkansas, after a short battle with esophageal cancer. John was born on December 3, 1953, in Texarkana, Arkansas. He attended Arkansas High School before continuing…

Mary Ruth Pickard

Mrs. Mary Ruth Pickard, also known as Momma, Sis, Mary Ruth, Granny, and YaYa, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Pickard was born June 29, 1934, in Ashdown, Arkansas, grew…

Nita Faye Collier

Nita Faye Collier, affectionately known as “Gigi,” passed away on April 14, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born on August 5, 1946. Nita was a sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, and her memory will forever be cherished…

Kenneth Doyle Bowman

Kenneth Doyle Bowman, age 60, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Wadley Hospital. He was born on February 23, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas to Kenneth and Barbara Bowman. Mr. Kenneth Bowman spent his working days…

Roger Lewis Burtchell

Roger Lewis Burtchell, 76, died on April 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born at home on December 27, 1947, during a historic snowstorm in Queens, NY. He grew up in Massapequa, Long Island, NY, and attended the…

Margaret Chandler

Mrs. Margaret Chandler, age 93, of Texarkana, Arkansas, died Sunday, April 21, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Chandler was born August 28, 1930, in Miller County, Arkansas, and had lived there her entire life. She was a charter member of…

Max L. Vaughan

Max L. Vaughan August 11, 1928 – April 21, 2024 Max Leigh Vaughan, 95, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024. Max was born to Henry and Margie Vaughan on August 11, 1928, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Max graduated from…

Rosetta “Rosie” Franks

Rosetta “Rosie” Franks, 89, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on April 20, 2024. She was born August 30, 1934, to George and Nora White in Brushton, New York. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband James Franks, and…

Lavern Caudle Cochran

Lavern Caudle Cochran left this world peacefully, joining her Savior on April 19th, 2024. She was born on July 22, 1928, in Maud, TX, the middle child of twelve to Ernest and Nettie Caudle. Lavern married L.C. Cochran on January…

Nina Lou Farmer

Nina Farmer, age 78, of Nash, TX, passed away in her home on April 19, 2024. She was born on July 16, 1945. Nina is remembered for her enormous love, not only for her family but for her Heavenly Father…

Edward B Sharpe

U.S. Veteran Edward B Sharpe, 91, of Wake Village, Texas, passed away on April 19, 2024 at his home. He was born on May 22, 1932, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas to William and Willie Sharpe. Edward served in the United…

Stacey Lynn Brooks

Stacey Lynn Brooks, 47, gained her wings on April 17, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at home. Stacey was born in Texarkana, TX to Johnny Deaton and Debra “Debbie” Elliot on August 30, 1976. She was married to Christopher “Chris”…

George Lee Hanson, Sr.

George Lee Hanson, Sr. was born on April 6, 1946 to the late Leo and Johnnie Mae Hanson of Garland, Arkansas. He departed this earthly life on April 16, 2024. George Lee Hanson, Sr. united with Wynn Baptist Church of…

Waverly Burkins Sr.

Remembering the Life of Waverly Burkins Sr. 83 was born February 01, 1941, in Texarkana, Texas to the late Isom and Clara Burkins. He was preceded in death by Milton Rogers, Odis Rogers, Sidney Burkins and Sammie Burkins. Waverly Burkins…