Faith Funeral Service

04/13/2026

James Edward Floyd, Sr., 77, of Trumann, Arkansas passed away on April 12, 2026 at his home. He was born on March 24, 1949 in Dyess, Arkansas to James and Alice (Stout) Floyd. James enjoyed fishing, buying and selling cars, and spending time with family.

Survivors include; two sons: James Edward Floyd, Jr. (Patricia) and Nathan Floyd (Angela); one daughter: Marilyn Floyd; two brothers: Tommy Floyd and Scotty Floyd (Sharon); seventeen grandchildren; thirty-three great grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by; his parents: James and Alice (Stout) Floyd; one son: Jeff Floyd; and five sisters: Goldie Ann Bartlett, Irene Hurt, Betty Foster, Katherine Floyd, and Patty Gilmore.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Potters Cemetery in Lepanto, Arkansas under the direction of Faith Funeral Service.

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04/13/2026

Earla Mae Riley, 81, of Rector, Arkansas passed away on April 10, 2026 at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. She was born on July 19, 1944 in Shenandoah, Iowa to Edgar Earl and Leona Mae (Hicks) Swinney.

Earla Mae was a graduate of Campbell High School class of 1962. She also was a graduate of Kennett Area Vocational School and became an LPN Nurse. She and her husband Dewey George Lawrence united in marriage on December 8, 1962 and had two children. She was a member of the First Assembly of God church and enjoyed attending gospel concerts. She also enjoyed traveling, crocheting, and spending time with her family, but especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include; lifelong companion: Dewey George Lawrence; one daughter: Victoria Gilbert (David) of Kentucky; one son: Timothy Lawrence (Runay) of Marmaduke, Arkansas; eight grandchildren: Phillip Lawrence (Kayleigh), Tim Lawrence, Brandon Lawrence (Sarah), Shayleigh Lawrence, Christopher Hahn (Sarah), Steven Hahn (Sabrina), Matthew Hahn (Deejana), Amanda Gilbert; five step grandchildren: Robert West (Lindsay), Christopher Dingee, Kristin Evans, James Gilbert, Joseph Gilbert (Jackie); nine great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by; her parents: Edgar Earl and Leona Mae (Hicks) Swinney; husband: Clarence Earl Riley; one brother: Henry Michael Swinney; and two sisters: Loretta Jean Book and Lillie Alleen Blansett.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Kennett First Assembly of God in Kennett, Missouri with Rev. Henry Riber and Rev. James Evans officiating. The family will receive visitors at the church from 12:00 P.M. until service time. Interment will follow at Dunklin County Memorial Gardens in Kennett, Missouri under the direction of Faith Funeral Service.

A reception will be held at the church fellowship hall immediately following the graveside service.

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04/10/2026

Happy Friday 🤍

Wishing you a day filled with peace, comfort, and time with those who matter most. Thank you for trusting us to serve our community.

Have a safe and restful weekend.

04/09/2026

Dwight Hammons, 78, of Trumann, Arkansas passed away on March 26, 2026 at Woodbriar Nursing Home in Harrisburg, Arkansas. He was born on July 1, 1947 in Tampa, Florida to William and Ruby (Richardson) Hammons. Dwight treasured the time he spent with his family.

Survivors include; three sons: Dwight Hammons, Steve Despain (Lisa), Kerry Despain; three brothers: Glen Hammons (Shirley), Bo Hammons, Mike Hammons (Wanda); one sister: Debbie Crites; three grandchildren: Jordyn Hammons, Aiden Hammons, Ryder Hammons; one great grandchild: Reece Williams; and a host of other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by; his parents: William and Ruby (Richardson) Hammons; two brothers: Delbert Hammons and Doyle Hammons; and two sisters: Edith Woodson and Kathy “Kitty” Brewer,

The family has requested private arrangements under the direction of Faith Funeral Service.

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04/08/2026

Johnnie Mae Armstrong, 77, of Trumann, Arkansas passed away on April 7, 2026 at Belle Meade Cottages in Paragould, Arkansas. She was born on January 18, 1949 in Savannah, Tennessee to John and Edith (Ward) Shuburte. Johnnie was of the Pentecostal faith. She was a devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and sister. Everyone that knew her loved her. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include; four children: Michael Armstrong (Shari) of Trumann, Arkansas, Richard Armstrong of Marked Tree, Arkansas, Sandra Chastain of Marion, Arkansas, Dustin Armstrong of Trumann, Arkansas; nine grandchildren: Crystal, Michael, Jr., April, Hunter, Mallory, Gavin, Shayden, Caleb, John Thomas; six great grandchildren: Kael, Ava, Hannah, J.R., Luke, Blake; five brothers: Danny Shuburte (Cathy) of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Jim Shuburte (Tammy) of Trumann, Arkansas, Buddy Shuburte of Trumann, Arkansas, David Shuburte of Morrilton, Arkansas, Rickey Shuburte (Pam) of Memphis, Tennessee; one sister: Patricia Sutton of Greenwood, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by; her parents: John and Edith (Ward) Shuburte; husband: Larry Armstrong, Jr., three brothers: Kenny Shuburte, Tommy Shuburte, Bobby Shuburte; and two sisters: Wilma Jean Vaughn and Betsy Vinson.

Those to serve as pallbearers will be; Dustin Armstrong, Michael Armstrong, Shayden Armstrong, Clyde Muntz, and Carl Gross. Honorary pallbearers are her grandsons.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Providence Baptist Church in Trumann, Arkansas with Bro. Bobby Brooks officiating. The family will receive visitors from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Jonesboro Memorial Park in Jonesboro, Arkansas under the direction of Faith Funeral Service.

The family would life to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at Greene House Cottages of Belle Meade for the compassionate care and kindness shown to their mother.

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04/06/2026

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04/06/2026

Dennis Ward Stotts, 79, of Brookland, Arkansas, passed from this life, on March 31, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 26, 1946, in Webster City, Iowa, to Bruce Carl and Nellie Manke Stotts. Dennis was a member of the Nettleton Baptist Church in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was a lifetime fan of the Atlanta Braves, the Chicago Bears, and the Iowa Hawkeyes. He cherished time watching his daughters play volleyball, celebrating all birthdays and holidays with family; especially Thanksgiving when it fell on his birthday, and the “giving of thanks" (coconut pies) were made for him. He enjoyed spending time with Gary, his wire-haired Dachshund.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Mary Beth Stotts; one son Danny Wayne Stotts; three daughters: Barbara Stayner, Christina Stotts, and Katie Wheeler; grandchildren: Ann Baker (Chris), Melissa Frick (Nicholas), Forest Stotts, Chandler Stotts, Aiden Paul Starr, Rowen Matthew Starr, Ryder Luke Starr, Lila Madalene Wheeler, Levi Daniel Starr; great grandchildren, and a host of other family and friends.

Dennis is preceded in death by his parents: Bruce Carl and Nellie Manke Stotts; one son Dennis Ward Stotts, Jr.; one daughter Dawn Marie Stotts; one brother Bruce Stotts; and two sisters Barbara Moats and Roberta Sheild.

A celebration of his life is in the care of his family.

Any memorials can be made to Nettleton Baptist Church building fund or Nettleton Baptist Church foster care program.

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04/05/2026

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04/05/2026

🌸✝️ Happy Easter from all of us at Faith Funeral Service ✝️🌸

Today, we are reminded of the promise of hope, renewal, and everlasting life. May this beautiful day bring comfort to those who are grieving and peace to all who need it most.

As we celebrate the joy of Easter, we hold close the memories of loved ones who are forever in our hearts. Their love lives on in each of us. 💛

Wishing you and your family a day filled with love, faith, and new beginnings.

🌷 Happy Easter

04/01/2026

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Thank you for trusting us to walk alongside you and your families through life’s most meaningful moments. It has truly been our privilege to serve you over the years.

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03/31/2026

Lindy Ted Dearin, 56, passed away on March 20, 2026 at his home. He was born on June 28, 1969 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Harold “Chief” Dearin and Mary Nelson Dearin. Lindy enjoyed working on cars, listening to music, and spending time with his friends and family. He was a brick layer for 30 plus years.

Survivors include; one son: Mason Dearin of Marmaduke, Arkansas; two sisters: Alice Swindle of Oxford, Arkansas and Carlene Huffmaster of Rector, Arkansas; two nieces: Brook Earnheart of Marmaduke, Arkansas and Marlena Bond (Darrin) of Vienna, Illinois; two nephews: Nijal Gibson of Vienna, Illinois and Zachary Hagan of Sebring, Florida; four great nephews; one great niece; and a host of other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by; his parents: Harold “Chief” Dearin and Mary Nelson Dearin; and his ex-wife: Penelope “Penny” Faith Dearin.

The family has requested private arrangements under the direction of Faith Funeral Service.

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03/30/2026

Larry K. Barrett, 69, of Caraway, Arkansas passed away on March 29, 2026 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 28, 1956 in St. Louis, Missouri to Clyde and Roberta (Ware) Barrett. Larry enjoyed fishing, watching WWE wrestling, and playing poker. He treasured time with his family and took great pride in being a loving grandfather.

Survivors include; wife: Jamie Barrett of the home; one daughter: Kelli Stone (Joe) of Caraway, Arkansas; three sisters: Tammy Stokes of Caraway, Arkansas, Laura Tucker of Farmington, Missouri, Karen Oliver of El Dorado, Arkansas; nine grandchildren: Alea, Autumn, Kaidence, Kason, Ethan, Jazlyn, Kimberly, Brantley, Kayden; and a host of other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by; his parents: Clyde and Roberta (Ware) Barrett; one brother: Bruce McCrackin; and one sister: Debbie Greene.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Caraway, Arkansas with Bro. Rick Stevens officiating. The family will receive visitors at the church from 3:00 p.m. until service time. There will be no graveside service.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations made to Faith Funeral Service to help cover the cost of services.

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