Tri-State Cremation & Funeral Services

01/13/2026

Mattie Lee Beard Belfoure, age 80, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. She was born on March 21, 1945, in Red Banks, Mississippi, to John Beard and Fannie Lee Beard, both of whom preceded her in death.

01/12/2026

Joseph Daniel Pickering, age 65, of Horatio, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at his home under the care of Gentiva Hospice. Born on January 13, 1960, in Texarkana, Arkansas, Joseph was a lifelong resident of the state and graduated from Fouke High School. He was a devoted catt...

01/12/2026

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Rana Marie Chattaway, age 79, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, in Texarkana. She was born on August 27, 1946, in Franklin, New Jersey.

01/07/2026

Harold was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Becky Beaird; his parents, James and Novelle Beaird; his sister, Cordell Beard; and his brother, Alvin Beard.

01/06/2026

When the white eagle of the North is flying overheadThe browns, reds and golds of autumn lie in the gutter, dead.Remember then, that summer birds with wings of fire flayingCame to witness springs new hope, born of leaves decaying.Just as new life will come from death, love will come at leisure.Love....

12/25/2025

We know this time of year can bring both joy and heartache. Many of us carry the memories of loved ones who are no longer here, and the holidays often make those memories feel especially close.

Today, we want to create a space for remembrance and connection. If you feel comfortable, please share a favorite Christmas memory of a loved one who has passed. It can be something small, something funny, something meaningful, or something you will never forget.

Your stories keep their spirit alive and remind us that love does not end. It stays with us in the moments we hold onto and the traditions we continue.

We would be honored to read your memories. 🎄💛

12/17/2025

Colleen “Suzi” Allen, age 60, of Vivian, Louisiana, passed away on December 14, 2025.
Born on June 4, 1965, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Suzi lived life full throttle, with her heart wide open and her sense of humor always close at hand.

12/12/2025

Casey Jean Epper, age 65, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, at her home in Texarkana, Texas. Born on July 7, 1960, in San Bernardino, California, Casey was the beloved daughter of John Anthony Epper and Gale Carol Epper-McDonald Casey lived a life marked in her dedication to her craft as a...

12/12/2025

Walter Ray Rateliff, 73, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 3rd, 2025.

12/12/2025

Clovis Walton Gurley Jr. "Trucky", age 55, of Foreman AR, passed away December 9, 2025. He was born August 17, 1970 to the late Clovis Gurley and Joy Knighten Gurley Lockeby. He is preceded in death by his parents, step father Luther Lockeby, sister Judy Mattson, brother Toby Gurley. Survivors inclu...

12/12/2025

Cathryn Keeling McAvoy, 62, of Avery, Texas, passed away on December 9, 2025. She was born on June 20, 1963, in Show Low, Arizona.

12/12/2025

John Michael “Mike” Butler, 74, of Texarkana, passed away peacefully in his hometown on December 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 26, 1951, and spent his life in the community he loved.