Obituaries

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Joseph Clayton Burrow, age 63 of Yellville, died Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his home.