Stories from Monday, June 1, 2015

Free meals being offered in Piggott and Rector to those under 18, participation is encouraged.

Jackie Ray Roark, 66, of McDougal, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015 at home surrounded by family. Mr. Roark was born in Pascola, Mo., on October 20, 1948. He was a retired maintenance man and bus driver for the Corning School District. He enjoyed old cars and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Success Church of Christ...

Sarah Faye (Elmore) Williams, 80, of Rector, passed from this life on Sunday May 31, 2015, at the Piggott Community Hospital. She was born on January 5, 1935, in Acorn, Mo., to the late Leo and Ola Mae (Adams) Elmore but was raised by her aunt and uncle, John and Mae Hughes, after the sudden death of her mother. She worked at Piggott Community Hospital as an RN for 30 years and in her spare time enjoyed crafts, and spending time with her family...