The latest obituaries and death notices from funeral homes serving Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas — updated daily as arrangements are announced.
Joan Purifoy, age 81, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to her heavenly home on Monday, April 29, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Purifoy was born January 14, 1943, in Mena, Arkansas. She retired after thirty-five years of teaching 5th grade…
Ella Mae Flarity passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Texarkana, Texas at the age of 87. She was born in Henderson, Texas to Jesse and Pearl White on May 12, 1936. Ella enjoyed creating art through her sewing, crocheting,…
Harold Seward, 65, of Texarkana, AR., died at his residence on April 27, 2024. Bro. Seward was born on February 21, 1959, in Texarkana, to Edna and Alvin Seward. He served in the Marine Corps, retired from Red River Army…
Elizabeth Ann Whittenburg, age 82, of Texarkana, Texas, passed from this life peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in a local hospital surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Whittenburg was born on October 16, 1941, in Texarkana, Texas, and was…
Louise Richarson, age 91, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 25, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Richardson was born June 22, 1932, in New Boston, Texas, and lived in Texarkana…
Lucy Faye Trout, 83, of Irving, Texas passed away on April 25, 2024. She was born on November 5, 1940, to Katie Mae and W. E. Collins in Texarkana, AR. After graduating from Hooks High School, she married the love…
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…
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…
Sister Debra Ann Williams Bursey was born June 8, 1959 to the late James Ray and Essie B. Williams in Texarkana, Texas. She accepted Christ at an early age, she graduated from Arkansas High School where she was a band…
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, 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, 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…
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 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, 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…
