Obituaries

Vada A. (Grissom) Hardin

Jerry Cecil Chilcutt, a cherished educator, musician, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, in Rector, Arkansas. Born on February 16, 1945, in Paragould, Arkansas, Jerry’s life was a symphony of joy, laughter, and creativity that resonated with all who knew him.

Lloyd Stanley McCluskey Lloyd Stanley McCluskey, known affectionately to all as Stanley, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024, in Paragould, Arkansas, at the age of 75. Born on March 27, 1949, to the late Lloyd (Doc) and Lillie Marie (Burns) McCluskey.

Dianne Williams Cluck Dianne Williams Cluck, 81 of Piggott, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Piggott Community Hospital. Dianne was born in 1943 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Judy Lynn McCleskey Mallard Judy Lynn McLeskey Mallard, 77, of Piggott, Arkansas, passed away September 26, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 29, 1946, in Piggott, Arkansas, and was the daughter of the late Louis Clifford and Charlotte (Davis) McLeskey.

Brian Heath Skelton Brian Heath Skelton, 47, of Paragould, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024. He was born June 21, 1977 to William (Junior) Skelton and Gale Skelton.

Terry Don Jones Terry Don Jones, 65, of Piggott, passed from this life on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at his residence. He was born August 26, 1959, in Kennett, Missouri, to the late Gene and Alma (Latimer) Jones.

Janice Kaye Pruett Janice Kaye Pruett, a beacon of unwavering love and optimism, left this world on September 13, 2024, to embark on her next great adventure. Born on July 8, 1953, in Paragould, Arkansas, Janice’s life was a testament to the power of courage and the strength of the human spirit.

Shirley Nell Shelton On Saturday, September 7, 2024, the arms of Jesus opened and Shirley Shelton, a godly Apostolic lady, accepted her invitation to come home. She escaped this life after having her family near her bedside for the final days on this earth.