Carlo Jay McClurge

Carlo Jay McClurge obituary, Jonesboro, AR

Carlo Jay McClurge

Carlo McClurge Obituary

Visit the Emerson Funeral Home - Jonesboro website to view the full obituary.

Carlo Jay McClurge, 48, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at his home. He was born August 20, 1977 to James and Luceal McClurge, in Elaine, Arkansas.

He graduated from Central High School in Helena, AR. Carlo was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses March 4, 2023. He was a faithful member of the East Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses here in Jonesboro.

Carlo was also a “Self-Taught Artist”. Meaning he could look at any object, and with little effort bring it to life on paper. Family and friends all knew Carlo as being a “Good Dresser.”

He leaves to cherish his memories, 1 Son, Ja’Vareus Ca’Trel McClurge (Alexius) of Fayetteville, AR. His Parents James (Luceal) McClurge of Jonesboro. 3 Brothers, Greg Banks Sr., James Scott McClurge, Emanuel McClurge Sr. (Mary) all of Jonesboro. 4 Sisters, Renee (Fred) Allen of Jonesboro, his twin Carla McClurge of Trumann, AR, Jennifer McClurge of Jonesboro, Barbara McClurge of Helena, AR also a host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Bro. Ken Hardin officiating. 

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Emerson Funeral Home - Jonesboro

1629 E. Nettleton, Jonesboro, AR 72401

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