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Ruth Ann Estes
January 30, 1952 - February 8, 2010

Mrs. Ruth Ann Yarbrough Estes was born on Wednesday, January 30, 1952, daughter of Thomas Earl and Kathlyn Williams Yarbrough Jr. Mrs. Estes died Monday, February 8, 2010 at the family residence, at the age of 58 years 0 months and 9 days. She was born in Jonesboro, Ark., was raised in Trumann and had lived in Southaven, Miss., before moving back to Trumann seven years ago. She was a journalist and member of the Viva Drive Church of Christ. Mrs. Estes was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Earl Yarbrough Jr., and one sister, Sarah Yarbrough Pickering. Survivors include three daughters, Ann Marie Karaki of Birmingham, Ala., Elizabeth Adams of Hernando, Miss., and Mary Church of Southaven, Miss; two sons, Jeff Estes of Paragould and Ben Estes of Southaven, Miss., her mother, Kathlyn Yarbrough of Trumann; one brother, Tommy Yarbrough of Cherokee Village; five grandchildren, Jordan Adams, Makenna Estes, Mary Emma Estes, Addison Estes and Madelyn Karaki. Funeral service will be Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Joe Bright officiating. Burial will be private in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, AR. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. An online register can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Mary Lee Brock Cunningham, Jonesboro says
    April 4, 2010

    Kathlyn & All the Family - A little time has now passed, and this week will see the one-month anniversary of Ruth Ann's passing. I know that your sorrow remains great, and your loss is still unbelievable. May you remember that your daughter and mother and grandmother loved you dearly. Cling to good memories and happy times you shared with her.God bless.In Christ,Mary Lee Brock Cunningham

  2. Craig and Rhonda Fleming, Russellville AR says
    March 5, 2010

    We were so sorry to hear about Ruth Ann. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers.

  3. mary lynn and floyd manry, cherokee village, arkansas says
    February 21, 2010

    dear kathleen, We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and ruth ann's family.

  4. Scott Keller, Pensacola, FL says
    February 17, 2010

    Dearest Ann Marie, Kacky, Liz, Jeff, Mary, and Ben, Words cannot express how sad I am for your loss of dear Ruth Ann. All of my prayers are with you, now and always. Your friend, Scott Keller

  5. John & Ruth Ann Seydel, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 15, 2010

    Kathlyn --We were shocked and saddened to hear about Ruth Ann's passing and we know you are missing her very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  6. Del & Kay Hannon, Trumann says
    February 14, 2010

    Kacky and AnnMarie we are so about your loss.

  7. Kevin and Donna Whitaker and Family, Memphis, Tn. says
    February 13, 2010

    Liz, Jeff, Mary and Ben, My family and I would like to send our condolences and want you to know that you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.Love you always,Kevin

  8. Bob & Reta Douglas, Nesbit, MS says
    February 12, 2010

    We are so sorry to learn about your mom's death. We didn't hear about it in time to be at the funeral. But we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.Love, Reta and Bob Douglas

  9. Era Neely, Memphis, TN 38116 says
    February 11, 2010

    We are so sorry to hear of your mother's death. We especially remember her wonderful sense of humorand how much she loved her kids.Joel and I will be keeping you all in our prayers in the coming days.With love and our deepest sympathy,Joel and Era Neely

  10. Tina (Waters) Sloan, Trumann, Ar. says
    February 11, 2010

    Dear Mrs. Yarbrough, Tommy and Family, All my Love and Prayers go out to you in this time of loss. I have many wonderful memories of your family. Ruth Ann will be dearly missed.

  11. Carolyn Davis, Sarasota, FL says
    February 11, 2010

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Ruth Ann's family at this time. We were former classmates and I enjoyed reading her articles in the Trumann Democrat.She will always be remembered.Carolyn and David Davis

  12. IVA FAHR, ambulance says
    February 11, 2010

    You guys are in our thoughts. Let us know if we can do anything.Rector Ambulance Base

  13. Ralph and Kay Richardson, Memphis says
    February 11, 2010

    Ralph and I were sorry to hear aboutyour Mother. Era and I were remembering how witty she was.We will be thinking about all ofyou on this sad day. Ralph and Kay

  14. Marcus Neely, Fort Worth, TX says
    February 11, 2010

    We are so sorry for your loss. You have my thoughts, memories, and prayers.

  15. Martha Besinger, Southaven, MS says
    February 11, 2010

    Dear Estes Family, I am saddened by your loss and want to express my sympathy to you. I have missed the Estes family at Holmes Road Church of Christ and have many fond memories of Ann. May you find comfort and peace in God's love. In Him, Martha Jackson Besinger

  16. Earnest & Marge Gunn, Memphis,Tn. says
    February 11, 2010

    To the Estes Family,We send sincere sympathy to you as we loved your mom and love you. We shall pray for you at this time of sorrow.May God bless you.The Earnest Gunn Family

  17. AJ Johnson, Augusta, GA says
    February 11, 2010

    Jeff and Mary,I am deeply sorry to hear about your mother. I will be praying for you and the rest of your family. Please get in touch with me when you can. 901.336.8832AJ

  18. Marsha Hopkins, New Bern, NC says
    February 11, 2010

    So sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what y'all are going through. I will be praying for you.Marsha Hopkins

  19. Judy Robertson and Les Holt, Greers Ferry, Arkansas says
    February 10, 2010

    We are so sorry to hear about Ruth Ann. The World has lost one sweet lady . I have known Ruth Ann for years and have never heard anything but good things, So.... sweet so.... good so... loving I just can't imagine such a lose so sorry, you all will be in our hearts and our prayers

  20. BRANDY MITCHELL, PARAGOULD, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU JEFF AND YOUR FAMILY.

  21. Frank and Joy Gatlin, Paragould, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    Jeff, So sorry to learn of your Mother's death. We loved reading her columns in the Daily Press while she was there. She was a gifted journalist and good friend.

  22. shanna , says
    February 10, 2010

    jeff and Melanie and family,i am so sorry for your loss if you need anything please call. You are in my prayers.

  23. Danny & Karen Harvison, Trumann says
    February 10, 2010

    Our deepest condolences to all the members of Ruth Ann's family. Our prayers are with you.

  24. Ruth Ann Estes, Cabot, Ar. 72023 says
    February 10, 2010

    Dear Kacky and Family, The Closton Family is so heavy in our hearts for you. Ruth Ann was so close to us growing up and we fonding recall those times. She has been such a loyal friend to the our family through all our years of joy and loss. Regretfully we are weathered in here in Central Ar. so Mother and I can't make the trip to Trumann for the service. Kenny is going to try to make it from his office in Batesville where he has a little less ice than we do. We will be there with you in spirit and will try to make it to see you when the weather and roads clear. We would like to know how long you will be in the area so we can come be with you. I am glad Earl and Sarah can embrace Ruth Ann's arrival into God's Kingdom. Our heart felt love and sympathy.

  25. Vicki Woodsmall Hickman, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    I am so shocked and sorry to read of Ruth Ann's death. She and I were so close many years ago. We formed a friendship at Camp Wyldewood that led to many visits back and forth between Caraway and Trumann and to her serving as my Matron of Honor. We lost touch long ago but I thought of her often. She will forever be in my heart. My thoughs and prayers go to her family at this difficult time.

  26. Debbye (Farmer) Davis, Trumann, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    I was so shocked to hear about Ruth Ann this past Monday. Mrs. Coggins called and told me while I was at the doctor with my dad. I got acquainted with Ruth Ann when she worked across the hall from me when I worked for Kelley Webb and she worked at the newspaper. She was a very dear friend to me and I will always cherish our friendship. After she left the newspaper, we would stay in contact by telephone and averaged talking to each other at least 4-5 times a week or sometimes she would stop in to talk to me while I was at work at Steve Inboden's office. She loved her family and her friends dearly. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peach Ruth Ann - I love you.

  27. AMMC ER STAFF, Paragould, Arkansas 72450 says
    February 10, 2010

    Dear Jeff - We deeply regret that we can not be there with you at this time. May it help to know that we are thinking of you in this difficult time. Although absent in body, we are with you in heart, mind & prayer. All our love: Tina, Marsha, Kim S., Kim N., Brianna, Sydney, Amy S., Julie, Pat Ray, Christi F., Robin, Nikki, Patricia, APN, Kristi, John Wilson & Jerry.

  28. Jody Barker, Paragould, Ar. says
    February 10, 2010

    Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

  29. Shannon Record, Lakeland, TN says
    February 10, 2010

    Liz, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss.Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Love Always,Shannon

  30. Patti (Fry) Soong, Arnold, Missouri says
    February 10, 2010

    Kathlyn and family, I was sad to read of your loss of Ruth Ann. I remember her as a young girl when Mother and I used to come to your house to make tacos. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and her children and grandchildren.We love you,Patti and Ron and family.

  31. Cindy Allen, Jonesboro, Ar. says
    February 10, 2010

    God bless to all. So sorry for your loss. Cindy

  32. Ed and Nancy Dudley, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    We are so sorry for your loss.Ed and Nancy

  33. Charlie Ward, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    My thoughts and prayers are with Ruth Ann's family... I am so, so sorry to hear about you losing Ruth Ann. She was a classmate of mine. I am deeply sorry for your loss

  34. Mike Chaffn, Russellville, Ar says
    February 10, 2010

    Kathlyn, Tommy and Ruth Ann's children. I was deeply saddened to hear of Ruth Ann's death. I remember Ruth Ann as that happy go lucky little girl in our saxaphone section in the Wildcat band. I will miss her articles about the Trumann we knew and lived. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with all of you. May God's love and peace be with you.

  35. Suzanne (Bankston) Benson, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 10, 2010

    Elizabeth, Ann Marie and Family,I am very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great person.

  36. Ronnie and Shannon Haynes, Trumann says
    February 10, 2010

    Condolences to your family during this time of loss. Your are in our thoughts and prayers.

  37. Robin Newsom , says
    February 10, 2010

    Kathlyn, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  38. Deleisa Johnson, Tyler, Texas says
    February 9, 2010

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you now. Jeff, Deleisa and Caroline Johnson

  39. sandra whitmire, Trumann says
    February 9, 2010

    Kathlyn, I am so, so sorry to hear about you losing Ruth Ann.Please know you and your family are in our prayers for strength to get through this difficult time.I love you.Sandra

  40. Ferrell Hinds, Cordova, Tn. says
    February 9, 2010

    Kacky,All my Love and Prayers are for you during this difficult time.Ruth Ann was a loving and caring soul and will be missed by all of us who loved her. Thank Goodnesswe have a strong family to console us and their love to support us during these trying times.

  41. Stan and Sharon Cragg, Conway, AR says
    February 9, 2010

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Ruth Ann's family...

  42. Kenny White, Memphis, TN says
    February 9, 2010

    Dear Kathlyn, Ann Marie, & FamilyOur hearts go out to you in this time of loss! Ruth Ann was a friend and schoolmate. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this time of sorrow.Kenny White & FamilyTroy and Nell WhiteJim and Myra Osment

  43. Christi Foust, Par,Aragould says
    February 9, 2010

    Jeff, sorry to hear about your Mom. My prayers are that you will find peace during this difficult time.

  44. Sandra Watson Isbell, Murfreesboro, TN says
    February 9, 2010

    I am deeply sorry for your loss. I graduated with Ruth Ann and she will be missed.

  45. James and Carin McClung, Trumann says
    February 9, 2010

    I was so shocked and surprised to hear of Ruth Ann's passing. We had a good time working together at the newspaper.

  46. Jim & Jeanita Estes, Booneville, MS says
    February 9, 2010

    To Ann Marie, Elizabeth, Jeff, Mary, & BenYou have our deepest sympathy. We grieve with you over the loss of your Mother. You and your families are in our prayers.Love,Uncle Jim & Aunt Jeanita

  47. Linda Smith Wylie, Rosemark, Tennessee says
    February 9, 2010

  48. Danny & Gloria Green, Southaven, Ms says
    February 9, 2010

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