McDonald-Horne Funeral Home

02/26/2026

Good morning! The funeral home is open 24/7. We never close! We are here to serve our community and surrounding areas!

K.S. McDonald is here today until 5pm to help meet your insurance and any notary needs.

Come by or give us a call and let us help with ALL of your funeral needs. Janet McDonald and Kandace McDonald are awesome with assisting with planning, arranging and make the process of prepaid arrangements!

Prepaid funeral arrangements - You can plan and design your funeral exactly how you want!!

1207 S Division
Blytheville AR 72315
Primary number : 870-762-2206
Insurance Needs : 870-815-8828

Thank you

02/25/2026

Today we proudly honor a woman whose life reflects love, service, resilience, and legacy — Janet Spencer McDonald

Originally from Mount Airy, N.C., Janet’s journey to Arkansas began with both purpose and passion. While attending embalming school, she met the love of her life, undertaking a journey that would lead her to plant roots in Mississippi County and begin a lifetime of impact in the community she now calls home.

✨ Trailblazer in Public Service
Janet made history as the first Black female Deputy Coroner in Mississippi County, Arkansas — breaking barriers in a role historically underrepresented by women of color. Her leadership in this position reflects dignity, professionalism, and unwavering compassion for families during their most difficult moments.

✨ Legacy Business Owner
She is also the proud owner of the oldest Black-owned business in Mississippi County, continuing a legacy of Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and generational impact in the Arkansas Delta. Her business stands not just as a company, but as a pillar of strength and history within the community.

✨ Champion for Women & Families
Beyond her public service and entrepreneurship, Janet has devoted over 20 years of service to Mississippi County Arkansas Economic Opportunity Commission (MCAEOC), where she has served as a recruiter and primary support for pregnant women. Through her work, she has guided, encouraged, and provided critical resources to countless mothers — helping families build stronger foundations for the future.

Janet Spencer McDonald’s story is one of faith, love, commitment, and community. From Mount Airy to Mississippi County, her life’s work embodies what Black History represents — courage to break barriers, dedication to serve, and determination to build lasting legacy.

Her impact is woven into the very fabric of Mississippi County — and her story continues to inspire generations to come. 🖤✨

02/25/2026

Good morning! We have our insurance agent, Katryse McDonald, in house today!! Come by or call to schedule an appointment (870-815-8828)

Insurance is very important to have to ensure that you won't leave your family with a financial burden they may be unprepared for during such an emotional time of life. Do them a huge favor and get some burial insurance! You can prepare them now for the future!

You dont have much money to spare?! That's ok too, we can write you a policy that can fit your financial status!! Again, we will be here until 4:30 or you can call agent K.S. McDonald at 870-815-8828

02/21/2026

A Very Special Happy 40th Birthday to Ms Katryse McDonald, on today. May your birthday be a reminder that the best is yet to come and that your future is as bright as your spirit.

Here’s to 40 years of greatness and many more years of health, joy, success, and soft, peaceful living. You deserve the world and then some.

Help The McDonald-Horne Funeral Home Family, in wishing Katryse a day filled with happiness and a year filled with Joy. We Love you K.S. McDonald, Happy Birthday. 🥳🎉❤️🎂🎈🎊🎁

02/15/2026

Today, we honor a man whose service to our community often happens quietly… before the sun rises and long after the rest of the world has gone to sleep.

Today we honor Mr. Eddie N. Spencer Sr.

In moments when families are at their most vulnerable — when grief is fresh, heavy, and hard to carry — he shows up. Not just as a funeral director, but as a steady presence. A calming voice. A compassionate heart.

He sees us at our lowest.
And he meets us there with dignity.

Black history is not only written in marches, classrooms, pulpits, and podiums. It is also written in sacred spaces — in the tender care of those who prepare our loved ones for their final rest. In the quiet professionalism of someone who understands that every life deserves honor. Every family deserves patience. Every farewell deserves respect.

Mr. Spencer’s work requires strength most of us will never fully understand. It requires empathy when emotions run high. It requires grace under pressure. It requires love for community — not the loud kind, but the consistent kind.

Early mornings.
Late nights.
Phone calls no one wants to receive.
Rooms filled with tears...
Through it all, he shows up.

This month, as we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize that legacy is also built through service. Through commitment. Through the sacred trust of walking families through one of life’s most difficult journeys.

Mr. Eddie Spencer, thank you for the compassion you extend, the dignity you preserve, and the steady care you provide to our community.

Your work matters.
Your presence matters.
And today, we honor you.

🖤

02/06/2026

Curtis Tony Miller was born on January 6, 1955, in Blytheville, Arkansas, to Roosevelt Miller, Sr. and Alberta Wilson Miller. He attended Richard B. Harrison High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball.

Curtis was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Roosevelt, Jr., Eddie, and Joe; sisters Frankie, Mae Ida, Arlene, and Diane; and his wife, Alberta. He passed away on January 30, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois at the age of 71.

He leaves behind one son, Andre’ Greene of Chicago, IL; two daughters, Angela Miller (and her fiancé Eric Lockhart) of Chicago, IL, and Tomika (Robert) Seaberry of Mascoutah, IL; one brother, Jessie (Val) Miller of Osceola, AR; and one sister, Revie T. Rodgers of Blytheville, AR. The mother of his children, Melvia Greene, also survives him, along with three stepchildren: Shekela (Alvin) Hollins of Chicago, IL, J.D. (Ronate) Mills of Little Rock, AR, and Quanita (Derrick) Fletcher of Little Rock, AR. Additionally, Curtis is survived by four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

A visitation will take place Friday, February 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Open Door House of Prayer, 705 Howard Street, Blytheville, AR, where Bishop Henry Mays serves as pastor.

The Celebration of Life Service will follow at 2:00 p.m., with Bishop Mays delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Condolences can be expressed online at www.mhfuneralhomeinc.com ( https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/mcdonaldhorne-funeral-home-inc/mr-curtis-tony-miller-obituary )

McDonald-Horne Funeral Home is honored to provide professional care and arrangements.

02/05/2026

02/02/2026

Also called prefunding, preneed insurance allows you to select and pay for your funeral services and merchandise in advance. Your policy sits securely with the insurance carrier until needed. Obtaining a preneed policy ensures your final wishes are met and that your family can properly grieve without worrying about paying for a funeral and everything that comes with it.

Preneed synonyms: prefunding, funeral planning, prepaid funeral plan, funeral insurance, burial insurance

02/01/2026

Celebrating the Life, Gift, and Legacy of Mother Walter Rean Bowens Mitchell

Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 1:00pm

Dominique Grossboyd

02/01/2026

Celebration of Life for Mother Walter Rean Mitchell will be live streamed here at 1:00pm CST.

01/31/2026

Celebration of Life for Mrs. Velma Lee Tennial Slaughter

Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 11:00am

01/31/2026

Digital obituary for Ms. Velma Slaughter

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xMAKEQi5f3eA9WbSFTfDB2DAWV9w3uAa/view?usp=drivesdk