James Harold “Buddy” Stevenson
March 3, 1946 – November 16, 2025
James Harold “Buddy” Stevenson passed away in Shreveport, Louisiana, on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 79 years, 8 months, and 13 days. A devoted Christian, Buddy loved his Lord and found great joy in attending church, a joy made even greater knowing that all four of his sons and their families also worship the Lord.
Known for his kind heart and generous spirit, Buddy found happiness in doing for others, whether treating friends to supper—especially if catfish or steak was on the menu—or simply offering a helping hand. He was an avid fan of westerns and a faithful supporter of every sport his grandchildren played, cheering them on with pride and love.
Buddy is survived by his wife of 49 years, 7 months, and 20 days, Nancy (Ingram) Stevenson; sons, James Stevenson (Brandy), Adam Stevenson (Lindsay), Jared Stevenson (Kayla) and Abel Stevenson (Janae); grandchildren, Trey, Ryan, Max, Steele, Bella, Bryce, Barrett, Landry, Addison, Aden, Abram, Ainsley, Isaac, Ruby and Eli: and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Stevenson; mother, Geraldine Nunn; step-father, Bob Norred: siblings, Douglas Norred, Bobby Norred, Francis Norred and Patricia Stevenson.
The funeral service was held on November 21st in the Southern-Edmonds Chapel with Bro. Casey Fenn officiating. Burial followed in Antioch Cemetery near Quitman, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.
Serving as pallbearers were Trey, Ryan, Adam, Bryce, Jared, Aden, Abel and Isaac Stevenson.
Roy Dee Smith
March 19, 1934 – November 18, 2025
Roy Dee Smith, age 91 of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. He was born on Monday, March 19, 1934 to the union of Jonnie and Pearlie (Anderson) Smith, along with his twin brother, Troy. Roy was a Baptist that loved the Lord and his country. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. He also enjoyed fishing in his free time. He liked riding the roads and stopping in to sip on some McDonald’s coffee or stopping to treat himself to a bite at Southern Classic.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Bonita Abedi and Cathy Warren; grandchildren, Joshua Etheridge (Angela), Amber Swanner (Joseph); great grandchildren, Bryce Etheridge (Savanna), Kaylee Etheridge, Oliver Swanner, Seth Lowe, Kayla Lowe, Haley Lowe Strong, Mikayla Puckett; great-great grandchild, Stetson Etheridge; sister, Nellie Bartlett; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by grandson, Samson Lowe; parents, Jonnie and Pearlie (Anderson) Smith; brothers, Dudley Smith, Troy Smith; sister, Launa Hogan.
Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in the chapel of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home starting at noon until time of funeral service. His funeral service is set to begin at 1:00 PM with Bro. Joey Bartlett officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.
Roy was a resident of Forest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for 17 years. The family would like to thank all of the Forest Haven staff and Charlotte Odom for the tender, loving care that they provided to Roy through his stay.