Obituaries
Tri-State Cremation and Funeral Services Obituaries
Local obituaries for Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana areas.
Timothy Lawrence Scott Sr.
Jun 13, 2024
Timothy Lawrence Scott, born April 27, 1948, in Canton, Mississippi, to James Goodlow and Lilian Scott, passed away on June 13, 2024, at the age of 76. He is survived by his loving family and friends.
Kalera Ynelle Robinson
Jun 11, 2024
Kalera Ynelle Robinson, born on December 10, 1972, in Texarkana, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, in her hometown of Texarkana, Texas.
Kalera was the beloved daughter of Della Oates and Earnest Minnifield. She was a devoted mother to her three children: D'Andra Robinson, Ny'Shera Robinson, and Charles Robinson. Her legacy continues through her five cherished grandchildren and a host...
DeWayne Merrell
Jun 11, 2024
DeWayne Merrell, 74, of Ashdown, Arkansas, departed from this earth on June 11, 2024. He was born on December 17, 1949, in Ashdown, Arkansas, to Troy and Gladolia (Ward) Merrell.
DeWayne dedicated his working years to the City of Ashdown, where he served as the Sanitation Department Superintendent until his retirement. His commitment and hard work left an indelible mark on his community.
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Bradley Kidd
Jun 8, 2024
Bradley Keith Kidd, born on March 8, 1979, in Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on June 8, 2024.
Bradley was preceded in death by his brother, Jeffrey Kidd.
He is survived by his parents, Odis and Hazel Kidd of Texarkana, Arkansas; brothers Ronnie (Toni Kidd), Michael, and William (Juanita Kidd); sister Lisa Henderson, all of Texarkana. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews,...
Mary Patty
Jun 6, 2024
Mary ”Meme” Patty, age 75, of Wake Village, Texas went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 6, 2024, in a local hospice. Mrs. Patty was born on August 14, 1948, in Texarkana, Arkansas. She retired from a World for Children. She was a foster parent for 42 years to over 300 children. Mrs. Patty was a...
John Reece Teer
Jun 4, 2024
John Reece Teer was born on June 30, 1977, in Pittsburg, Texas, and passed away on June 4, 2024. John was born to Jim E. and Lois Teer of Pittsburg, Texas.
John is survived by his mother, Lois Teer; sister, Jena Teer-McGee of New Boston, Texas; his brother Michael and sister-in-law Mary Teer of Caddo Mills, Texas; and numerous family and...
Jimmy Ray Craft
Jun 1, 2024
Jimmy Ray Craft, age 78, of Texarkana, TX, passed away on Saturday, June 1st, 2024. He was born on Saturday, November 10th, 1945 in Leesville, LA. Jimmy is survived by his daughters; Mary Noel, Michelle Craft, Lisa Alton sons;Christopher Craft, Jimmy Craft, Jr., Michael Craft, Aaron Craft, Allen Craft, and Jason Craft, Robert Soderling. Extended Family/Friends; Bonnie Craft, Kaylee Soderling, Amanda...
Bobby Lewis Uncel Sr.
May 31, 2024
Bobby “Bob” Lewis Uncel Sr, departed on May 31, 2024, at the age of 75, under the care of a local hospice facility. Born on May 27, 1949, in Terrell, Texas, Bob made his home in Texarkana, where he spent the majority of his years. A proud Army Veteran, he later became the proprietor of Bob Uncel’s Painting until his...
Tommy "Nub" Clements
May 25, 2024
Tommy (Nub) Clements, born January 27, 1956, passed away on May 25, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his father, Tom Clements, his mother, Dorothy Harrison, and his significant other, Kim Pendley.
He is survived by his sisters, Virginia Hicks, Mickie Balof, and Sarah Jones, and his brothers, Bill Clements, Kelly Clements, and Jack Harrison. Tommy leaves behind his sons, Tommy...
Ralph Wayne Crank
May 25, 2024
Wayne was born in Texarkana, Arkansas, on September 20, 1955, and passed away on May 25, 2024, at the age of 68, in Texarkana, Texas, after a short battle with cancer. He was born to the late Ralph Wayne Crank, Sr., and Mrs. Addie Lee Bean Crank, who both resided in Garland City, Arkansas. Wayne was raised on their family...
Jo-Ann Piccirillo
May 24, 2024
Jo-Ann (Zoglio) Piccirillo , born on November 2, 1946, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away on May 24, 2024, at St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana, Texas.
Jo-Ann was known for her fiery red hair, infectious laugh, and her ability to light up any room she entered. She loved to cook, especially baking her famous Italian Ricotta cookies and preparing the Seven...
Melvin "Otis" Thetford
May 22, 2024
Melvin Otis Thetford, born on June 26, 1944
We mourn his passing but celebrate his life. He touched all of our lives in many ways. If you knew him, you loved him.
Otis Thetford was a resident of New Boston, Texas; however, Cisco, Texas, was his home. Otis passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 22, surrounded by family and a...
Raleigh Duane Clemmer
May 22, 2024
Raleigh Duane Clemmer, born on September 7, 1954, in Texarkana, Arkansas, peacefully departed this life on May 22, 2024, at the age of 69. Raleigh dedicated 27 years of service to FCI, where he served as the supervisor in the Machine Shop until his retirement in 2011. Outside of work, he found solace in nature, indulging his passion for fishing...
Mickey Lynn Hardy
May 21, 2024
Mickey Lynn Hardy, 75, of Texarkana, TX, passed away on May 21, 2024.Mickey was born on June 12, 1948, in Torrance, CA, to William “Bill” and Ruby (Doss) Hardy.Mickey loved the Lord and her family. She loved to dance and sing. She loved nature and growing her own flowers with her very green thumb.Mickey was a veteran and served in...
Bobby Wayne Beckham
May 15, 2024
Bobby W. Beckham, 76, of Texarkana, AR, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday May 15th, 2024. Born May 6, 1948, in Greenwood Ms, to William James and Minnie Beatrice Beckham. With a passion for family, Bobby had a strong sense of responsibility and respect, which he instilled in his children. Whether coaching from the sidelines or officiating games,...
Frances Gilliland
May 14, 2024
Frances “Annette” Gilliland of Hooks, Texas went to rest away from this world on May 14, 2024. She passed peacefully at a local hospital. She was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas on June 16, 1939 and attended Lake Hamilton schools. Annette is now reunited with those cherished ones who preceded her in passing: husband Leslie Gilliland, daughter Lee Ann Wright,...
James "Frank" Clingan
May 13, 2024
Frank left this world on May 13, 2024, and was taken to the arms of Jesus in Heaven by angels. He was born on December 15, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas.He is survived by his parents James "Jimmy" and Lavinia "Benny" Clingan, his brother Joe and wife Linda Clingan of Texarkana, Arkansas, his niece Caitlin, his daughter Kelsey, two grandchildren, and many...
Thomas Porier
May 10, 2024
Thomas Lynn Porier, age 46, of Hope, AR was born on March 6th, 1978 to Roy Porier and Cheryl Mitchell in Fort Worth, TX and passed away May 10th, 2024 in Hope, AR. Thomas is preceded in death by his father, Roy Porier.Thomas was raised in Roanoke, TX and went to school at Northwest High School in Justin, TX. Once grown,...
Deborah Thompson
May 9, 2024
Deborah Thompson, 63, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away May 9, 2024, surrounded by family. Born in Doniphan, Missouri on September 7, 1960, she was the daughter of Suzette and William Thompson.
Deborah worked at Mr. B's Salvage for over 11 years and later served at The Lunch Box, a popular restaurant in Texarkana.
A devoted animal lover, Deborah had a special fondness...
Naomi Jean Mewborn
May 7, 2024
Naomi Jean Mewborn, age 84, of Texarkana, AR, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at her daughter's home in DeKalb, Texas. She was born on September 19, 1938, to Woodrow and Nettie Harris in Fouke, AR. Naomi was a beloved mother, aunt, sister, and grandmother to many. She worked as a homemaker and was once the manager of Shady...
