Texarkana, TX Obituaries

Polly Jane Johnson Shumake, age 90, of Texarkana, TX, formerly of Wake Village, TX, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025 in a Texarkana, Texas assisted living facility. Polly was born August 6, ...

Lydia Marie Spears, born on April 30, 1981 was born in Sapulpa, OK. She passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 44. Lydia gave her life to the Lord at the age of 12 and is a member of Freedom...

Hazel Lee Cowley, aged 68, went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2025. She was born on August 12, 1957, in Lambert, AR. She is preceded in death by her mother Marie Nall Goodman, two sisters, Pear...

Jimmy Cooley age 72 of Maud, Texas passed away on December 10, 2025 . Jimmy was a member of First Baptist Church Redwater, Texas and was the cofounder of Damascus Home of Redwater Inc. and the founde...

Gaylia Fay Coley, 94, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on December 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 1, 1931, in Burnett County, Texas, to Ray and Lorene Shelburn, Gayli...

Betty Gale Bunch, 91, of Texarkana, TX left her earthly life on December 9th and entered into the King of Glory’s house for eternity. Betty was born on April 25, 1934, in Tulsa, Oklahoma as the only ...

Ailany Hernandez Vargas falleció el 6 de diciembre de 2025. Nació el 13 de diciembre de 2024. Residente de Texarkana, Texas, Ailany será recordada con cariño por su corta pero significativa vida. ...

Rusty "Shaffer" Fisher, born on May 17, 1954, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 71. Rusty was a resident of Texarkana, Arkansas and a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle. He was well known f...

The world lost a kind and caring person early Monday, December 1st when Lynne Adams, friend to many, the best mother, a fun grandmother, and lovely mother-in-law, slipped quietly away. She was conside...

Donna Gaye Brumley, a resident of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on January 15, 1947.

Sarah McMichael, 88, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on November 24, 2025. She was born on July 31, 1937, in Gurdon, Arkansas, to the late Bill and Edith Toombs. Sarah was preceded in death by her b...

Melba Bowerman, born on September 16, 1935, passed away on November 21, 2025, at the age of 90. Mrs. Bowerman was the former owner of Nash Grocery and was a member of Oasis Life Church. She was prec...

Patsy Thorndyke, born on November 12, 1946, passed away on November 20, 2025, at the age of 79. Mrs. Thorndyke was a resident of Texarkana, Arkansas and was a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle. She wa...

Dolores Therese Marie Kempen DuPree, born March 20, 1926 in Little Chute, WI, died with family by her side in Texarkana on November 18, 2025. Dolores married Thomas DuPree June 12, 1948 in Rudolph, WI...

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 nat...

Linda Sue McCoy, born on February 13, 1948, passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 77 surrounded by her children. She attended Victory Christian Church. Loved her grandkids and family. She ...

Billy C. Cubbage, a gentle and hard-working soul, passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on July 20, 1942, Billy was a lifelong resident of Texarkana, Arkansas. He was known for his b...

Connie Louise Stone, born on May 24, 1949, passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 76. She worked as a social worker for the state of Texas for many years. She was the wife of Mike Stone, and m...

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 hon...

Kristen Michelle Hogan, a kind-hearted and adventurous soul, passed away on October 31, 2025, at the age of 31. Born on December 1, 1993, Kristen was a devoted and gentle individual, known for her bra...

Harry Joe Cooper, age 26, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on December 7, 1998 in Mobile, AL. He was preceded in death by Joe Young, Harry Cooper, Posey Coo...

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...

Eric Walston of Round Rock, Texas, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, curiosity, and devotion to his family and friends. Eric was a proud Eagle Scout, a graduate of Pleasant Gr...

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;...

Margie Novell Long, age 97, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at a local nursing home. She was born on August 3, 1928 in Bodcaw, AR. She was preceded in death by her husba...

James Allen Rayborn, Texarkana, Texas James Allen Rayborn was born to Frank A. and A. Ola Rayborn on May 5, 1930 in Waldo, Arkansas. He went peacefully to be with Jesus on October 9, 2025. God blesse...

Mary Earlene Wood, age 81, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Mrs. Wood was born January 28th, 1944 in Texarkana, Arkansas. She was a retired educator after many years of s...

In Loving Memory of Billy Norton Sr. Today, we celebrate the remarkable life of a man whose faith, service, and love touched countless hearts. A devoted servant of God, country, community, and famil...

Sandra “Sandy” May Wood, age 69, passed peacefully from this life, leaving behind a legacy of faith, creativity, laughter, and love. Born on February 14, 1956, she was a true Valentine’s Day gift to a...

Gloria Jean " Jeannie " Burnett, age 76, of Fouke, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at her home. Mrs. Burnett was born October 16th, 1948 in New Iberia, La. She was a homemaker and me...

Linda Kaye Millis, age 75, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025.

Deborah Janet Syler age 73 of Bryant, Arkansas was called to heaven on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 after a courageous battle with dementia. While she knew dementia would win in the end, she lived her...

Mother Mattie Louise Newsome Hurd was born on April 15, 1933 in Gilmer, Texas to Ruzell Ray and Pearlie Leona Newsome. Mattie was raised to value education, faith and family. She cherished her u...

Deacon Lawrence Severin Benzmiller Jr., age 87, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Mr. Benzmiller was born February 8th, 1938, in Fargo, North Dakota. He was a CRNA in T...

Gwendolyn Clayton Stout 71 passed away on September 23, 2025 in her home, surrounded by her family. Gwendolyn was a force with strong beliefs, and a loving heart for her family. She never missed an ...

Belva “Chestene” Shuffield, 79, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Texarkana early Monday morning, September 22, 2025, after a lengthy illness of dementia, surrounded by family and friends. She was ...

With hearts full of love and sorrow, the family of Abby Ashcraft announces her passing on September 21, 2025, at the age of 20. She was born on October 9, 2004, and brought immeasurable joy and light...

William Houston "Buddy" Anderson, Jr., 72, of Texarkana, AR died at his home on September 20, 2025. He was born on July 5,1953 in Texarkana, AR to William Houston Anderson, Sr. and Vina Mae Shipp-And...

Jackie Leon Dodge, age 83, of Queen City, Texas passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at a local nursing home. He was born on September 22,1941 in Texarkana, AR. Mr. Dodge was preceded in death b...

Merl Travis Mullins, age 72, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025. Merl Travis Mullins was born June 21, 1953, in Atoka, Oklahoma. he passed away September 15, 2025. H...

Rick Cottle, age 59, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025 at his home. Rick was born May 29th, 1966 in Texarkana, Arkansas. He was a special education teacher of 35 years ...

Benny Ray Herrington, age 86, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at his home. Mr. Herrington was born April 8th, 1939 in Texarkana, Arkansas. He was a retired supervisor...

Carrie Mae Stanley, age 78 passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025 in a local hospital. She was born on April 29, 1947 in Oakdale, LA. Miss Stanley was a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle in Texark...

Norma Jean Souddress, age 90, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

Leslie Carter, age 72 passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Barbara June Stultz, age 86, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025. A Texarkana native, June graduated from Texas High and attended Texarkana College. She was a dedicated mothe...

Dorothy Caudle, age 95, of Wake Village, Texas passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

Bennie Carolyn Bruce was born on November 11, 1944, to Dora Pitchford Lee and Benny Lee, the first of two daughters born to them. Bennie was followed two years later by her sister, Mona Kay. Bennie Br...

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Charleen McDonald passed away at the amazing age of almost 102. She was born December 18, 1923, in Idabel, Oklahoma to Winifred and Marshall Wilson. Charleen was preceded...

Thomas Joseph Flowers, age 85, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was born on March 24,1940 in stafford, AZ. He worked for Sherwin Williams as a truck driver and travel...