Obituaries
Tri-State Cremation and Funeral Services Obituaries
Local obituaries for Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana areas.
Jodie Carol Le Grande
Nov 2, 2024
Jodie Carol Le Grande, 55, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on November 2, 2024, at St. Michael Hospital. Born on May 14, 1969, in Texarkana, she was the daughter of Carolyn Ann and the late James Clayton Le Grande.
Jodie enjoyed the outdoors, spending time with her horses, doing yard work, and keeping things neat and tidy. She worked as an...
Sandra Pinkston
Oct 29, 2024
Sandra Pinkston, a vibrant spirit, was born on July 25, 1956, in the warm embrace of Miami, Oklahoma. She breathed her last on October 29, 2024, at her cherished home, surrounded by the love she so deeply cultivated throughout her life.
For over a decade, Sandra donned the mantle of a home health nurse, a profession that beautifully echoed her inherent...
Deborah Kay England
Oct 28, 2024
Deborah Kay England, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by love ones, on October 28, 2024, at the age of 63. She was a loving and caring mother, daughter, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. Deb has always been a fighter and that didn’t change these last 6 months while she battled lung cancer. Despite the unknown and all...
Gerald Morgan Bishop Jr.
Oct 28, 2024
It is with great sadness that we must inform you that Gerald Morgan Bishop, Jr. of New Boston, Texas passed away on October 28, 2024 at the age of 45.
Gerald was born on October 9, 1979, to Elizabeth Bishop (now Jenkins) and Gerald Bishop, Sr. and ever since that day, he brought joy and laughter to all who knew him....
Douglas Wayne Thompson
Oct 24, 2024
Douglas (Doug) Wayne Thompson was born in De Queen, Arkansas, on October 20, 1964. A resident of Horatio, Arkansas, Doug passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at Little River Nursing Home in Ashdown, Arkansas.
Doug followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, pursuing a career as a painter, which brought him great satisfaction. He had a passion for helping the...
David Taylor
Oct 22, 2024
David, a beloved brother, son, uncle, and friend, was born in Texarkana, TX.
He was preceded in death by his father, Henry David Taylor, and his mother, Brenda Stevenson. He is survived by three sisters, five nieces, one nephew, and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, and extended family members and friends who deeply love and will miss him.
Marsha Beard
Oct 21, 2024
Marsha Ann Beard entered into God’s Kingdom October 22, 2024 at age 72.
Marsha was born March 22, 1952 to G.W. and Ola Mae Payne in Springhill, LA. She was a devoted wife to her husband, Clearance, for 56 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who showed eminent dedication to her family. Marsha retired as a Department...
George Wayne Stephens
Oct 19, 2024
George Wayne Stephens Jr., 77, of New Boston, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on October 19, 2024.
Born on September 8, 1947, in Abilene, Texas, George was the son of the late George Wayne Stephens Sr. and Gaytha Lee. A high school graduate, he worked diligently as a custodian for many years, embodying a strong work ethic and dedication...
Dustin Smith
Oct 17, 2024
Dustin Smith, a husband, loving father, brother, and son, passed away on October 17, 2024. Born and raised in Texarkana, he had a way of leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. Dustin could always make people feel at ease, bringing smiles and laughter wherever he went.
Family meant everything to Dustin. He is survived by his wife, Alyssa Smith,...
Vickie Kay Roberts
Oct 16, 2024
Vickie Kay, affectionately known as "Vic," departed this world on October 16, 2024, in Texarkana, Texas. Born on November 3, 1958, in Dallas, Texas, Vickie was a radiant presence whose contagious smile and infectious laugh uplifted those around her.
Throughout her life, Vickie dedicated herself to others, embracing her role as a caregiver and bartender with unwavering compassion, kindness, and a...
Sheila A. Halbert
Oct 15, 2024
Sheila Annette Halbert, 62, departed this life on October 15, 2024.
She was born on September 30, 1962, to Ava and JT Jackson, who proceeded her in death.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Bryan Halbert of Texarkana, her children, daughter, Tasha Gardner (John) of Houston, son, Josh Lewis (Jenna) of El Dorado, stepsons, Hayden, Devin and Landon Halbert, grandchildren, Jacob...
Freda Moe
Oct 12, 2024
Freda Annette Moe peacefully entered Glory on October 12, 2024. A beloved woman who was known for her kindness, humor, and unwavering spirit. Born in Mulberry, AR on August 26, 1935 to Charles Elmer and Freda Grace Brown, she grew up in Tucson, AZ.
Freda was preceded in death by her parents, her cherished son, Charles Fitzgerald, two sisters, Wanda Kilpatrick...
Johnny Payte
Oct 8, 2024
John (Johnny) Samuel Payte, 75, of Texarkana, Texas, peacefully walked into the loving arms of Jesus on October 8, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Mt. Ida, AR, he was the beloved son of Samuel Olen Payte and Willie May Lackey Payte.
Johnny graduated from Caddo Gap High School in 1966 and was later blessed with 41 years of...
Kitty Bivens
Sep 30, 2024
Virginia Kathleen (Kitty) Hays Bivens, 75, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on September 30, 2024. Kitty was born on October 2, 1948, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Joy Kathleen Campbell Leshe and Charles Edward Hays. She married the love of her life, Loyd R. Bivens, on April 5, 1968, and they shared many wonderful years together before his...
Melissa Ann Wallen-Sephton
Sep 25, 2024
Melissa Ann Wallen-Sephton, age 47, beloved mother of three and devoted wife to Christian Sephton, peacefully entered her eternal rest with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on the morning of September 25, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in 1977 in Denton, Texas, Melissa grew and became the caring and selfless woman she was known to be....
Linda Kay Stapleton
Sep 24, 2024
Linda Kay Stapleton, age 79, passed away on September 24, 2024, peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones.
Linda was born on February 4, 1945, in Austin, TX to her parents, Raymond Miller and Willie Mae Miller. Linda attended Eastern New Mexico University, where she graduated with two business degrees. After college, she worked at Target, where she ultimately...
Connie Sellers
Sep 23, 2024
Connie Aileen Hyman Sellers, 68, of Texarkana, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024. Born on April 21, 1956, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose greatest joy in life was her family.
Connie is preceded in death by her father and stepmother, Kenneth and Mary Hyman; her mother, Martha Hyman; her twin sister, Bonnie Hyman Ferguson; her daughter,...
Linda Diane Allgor
Sep 22, 2024
Linda Diane Allgor (Lewis), born April 26, 1947, in Avery, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024, in Texarkana, Texas, at the age of 77.
Linda was the cherished daughter of Charles and Ruby Lewis, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Michelle Pickard. Linda is survived by her devoted husband, Randy...
Lonnie Eugene Northern
Sep 21, 2024
Our big brother and friend died peacefully at home, on the evening of September 21, 2024.
A warrior comes home this evening, straight as an arrow shot into the sun. Welcome him, let him sit by your fire. Let run free in your fields and forest. We will miss you but we know you're in good hands.
Dominga "Minga" Garcia
Sep 21, 2024
Dominga Garcia, affectionately known as "Minga," was born on November 10, 1963, in Luling, Texas, to Maria Elena Garcia and Leonisio Garcia. She passed away peacefully at the age of 60 on September 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones in her home in Mineral Springs, Arkansas.
Minga was a beloved companion to Margarito Gonzales and a cherished sister, mother, grandmother,...
