Obituaries

Randy was born October 27, 1962, in Pocahontas, to Audis R.

Linda Marie Alford, age 73, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Mountain Home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 18, 1952, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Harvey and Mary (Mitchell) Ballard.

Sharon Premer of Harrison Arkansas, age 77, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Booneville, Missouri in 1948, she was the daughter of Raymond and Emma Oerly.

Etsuko Castro, 81, of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away on July 4, 2025, at her home with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. She was born on March 19, 1944, in Okinawa, Japan, the daughter of Haru Nagato.

Dana Warren Junkin, 61, of Yellville, formerly from Riverside, Iowa and Raymore, Missouri, passed away on July 1, 2025. Dana (Pops) was born on October 9, 1963, in Washington, Iowa to Jim and Jolaine Junkin.

Larry Lee Gelesky, 66, beloved veteran, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, surrounded by love and family. Born on October 31, 1958, Larry lived a life full of strength, stories, quiet humor, and unwavering love for those closest to him. He was a man who made people feel cared for often in his own stubborn and unforgettable way.

The world is less jolly and sweet with the passing of Mary Ann (Cheek) Angus on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Mary Ann was born as the fifth child of seven to Marie (Rogers) and OJ Cheek on October 25, 1957. She grew up on the family farm and attended Flippin Public Schools where she graduated in 1976. Mary Ann passed away at her home.