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Catherine "Cathy" Burton
January 17, 1955 - April 12, 2026

Catherine “Cathy” Burton of Trumann departed this life Sunday, April 12th in Jonesboro, AR at St. Bernards Medical Center at the age of 71. She was born in Trumann on Monday, January 17, 1955 to the late Jesse Everett and Lorene Mae Sturkie Haynes and lived most of her lifetime in Trumann. She was a 1973 graduate of Trumann High School, a homemaker and of the Christian faith. She was preceded in death by one sister, Carol McClung and her parents. She is survived by five sons, Brandon (Jeri) Smith of Bentonville, AR, Justin (Andrea) Smith of Trumann, Derek (Heather) Smith of Trumann, Patrick Burton of Fayetteville, AR and Preston (Tristin) Burton of Springdale, AR; three brothers, Ronnie Haynes of Marietta, GA, Roger Haynes and Ricky Haynes of Jonesboro and 6 grandchildren, Jordan Whitfield, Taylor Rushing, Seth Smith, Carson Smith, Garrett Stotts and Jackson Stotts. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 at Thompson Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will follow at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Bro. James Strait officiating. Burial will be private. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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Visitation: Public/Visitation

April 15, 2026
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Thompson Funeral Home
220 Viva Drive
Trumann, AR 72472

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Service: Celebration of Life

April 15, 2026
06:00 PM

Thompson Funeral Home
220 Viva Drive
Trumann, AR 72472

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  1. Shelia Grimes, Trumann says

    Ronnie, Roger, Ricky and families. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Cathy. I know that she will not have to be in pain or suffer on this earth again and pray that she has found comfort in our Father’s arms. I am praying for all the family.

  2. Mike Chaffin, Russellville, Ar says

    Praying for the family! May God’s grace be sufficient!

  3. Stan and Sharon Cragg, Conway, AR says

    So sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. Prayers for the family…

  4. Beth Presley, Little Rock, AR 72212 says

    We’re so sorry. Sincerely, Beth and Donald Presley

  5. Johnnie Kendall, Star City says

    Sending my condolences to the family and friends

  6. Mary Lee Brock Cunningham, Jonesboro says

    So sorry to read of Cathy's passing. She had dealt with pain for so long. May all who loved her find peace and comfort.

  7. Eddie Whitt, Powhatan, Virginia says

    So shocked to hear of Cathy’s passing…Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this sorrowful time..

  8. John Paul Orr, Sarasota Florida says

    I will always remember Cathy as a fun loving Truman Highschool cheerleader. As the sister of my brother in law Ronnie, she was always considered part of our family. Cathy had a kind heart and a beautiful smile that was brightest when she was talking about her boys. At this time we are thinking about our brother-in-law Ronnie and our hearts and prayers are with her mom friends and family.

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