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JERRY D. DEVORE
Jerry D. DeVore, 65, of Winslow, died Monday, December 12, 2011 in Fayetteville. He was born May 13, 1946 in Hayward, California, to
George Oscar and Birdie Vandiver Devore. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He married Rhonda Lee Luper on
January 24, 1969 at the Temple Hill Church. He was a resident of Winslow for the past 60 years. His life was devoted to his faith,
family, and his farm.
He is survived by his wife, Rhonda DeVore, of the home; three children, Matt DeVore and wife Robyn of Winslow, Racinda Biswell and
husband Greg of Winslow, Wanda Reed and husband Chris of Tontitown; two brothers, Jim DeVore and wife Diana and Leon DeVore
and wife Charlotte all of Winslow; and nine grandchildren.
Funeral services were Thursday, December 15, at the Fayetteville First Assembly of God. Burial was at Park Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 8181, Springdale, AR 72766, the Food Bank in care of Winslow
Assembly of God, PO Box 9, Winslow, AR 72959, or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.
Jerry D. DeVore, 65, of Winslow, died Monday, December 12, 2011 in Fayetteville. He was born May 13, 1946 in Hayward, California, to
George Oscar and Birdie Vandiver Devore. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He married Rhonda Lee Luper on
January 24, 1969 at the Temple Hill Church. He was a resident of Winslow for the past 60 years. His life was devoted to his faith,
family, and his farm.
He is survived by his wife, Rhonda DeVore, of the home; three children, Matt DeVore and wife Robyn of Winslow, Racinda Biswell and
husband Greg of Winslow, Wanda Reed and husband Chris of Tontitown; two brothers, Jim DeVore and wife Diana and Leon DeVore
and wife Charlotte all of Winslow; and nine grandchildren.
Funeral services were Thursday, December 15, at the Fayetteville First Assembly of God. Burial was at Park Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 8181, Springdale, AR 72766, the Food Bank in care of Winslow
Assembly of God, PO Box 9, Winslow, AR 72959, or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.
LOIS LOUISE AMES
Lois Louise Ames left her family and friends to live in the house of the Lord on the 13th day of December, 2011.
Lois was born to J.B. and Nadene Helen Heath on March 2nd, of 1941 in Wagoner Oklahoma. She was the
couple’s second child; her brother Kenneth Heath adored and protected her. She was a gifted and creative
seamstress working with countless brides at Briarpatch Bridal and Formal Wear. Lois was a beloved and
dedicated member of the Glad Tidings Assembly of God.
She has been the devoted wife of 40 years to Leroy Ames of Springdale and is survived by him. She was the
loving mother to Brenda Kennan, Larry Cannon, and Glenda Hutchinson, and Charles Ames, all surviving her.
She had an unending love, and pride for her grandchildren, Jennifer Cannon, Jacob and Kaitlyn Hutchinson.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Lynn Little.
Services were Friday, December 16th at Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Springdale with graveside services at
Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.
Lois Louise Ames left her family and friends to live in the house of the Lord on the 13th day of December, 2011.
Lois was born to J.B. and Nadene Helen Heath on March 2nd, of 1941 in Wagoner Oklahoma. She was the
couple’s second child; her brother Kenneth Heath adored and protected her. She was a gifted and creative
seamstress working with countless brides at Briarpatch Bridal and Formal Wear. Lois was a beloved and
dedicated member of the Glad Tidings Assembly of God.
She has been the devoted wife of 40 years to Leroy Ames of Springdale and is survived by him. She was the
loving mother to Brenda Kennan, Larry Cannon, and Glenda Hutchinson, and Charles Ames, all surviving her.
She had an unending love, and pride for her grandchildren, Jennifer Cannon, Jacob and Kaitlyn Hutchinson.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Lynn Little.
Services were Friday, December 16th at Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Springdale with graveside services at
Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.
WALTER W. KEENE
Walter W. Keene, 78, of Springdale, died Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. He was born
September 25, 1933 in North Wildwood, New Jersey to Walter and Margarette Schellinger Keene, Sr. Mr. Keene was a member of St.
Raphael Catholic Church. He served in the Navy during the Korean War, and retired from Bell Atlantic, now Verizon, after 35 years of
service. He was a member of the V.F.W., and a life member of the N.R.A. He was also a life member of the Telephone Pioneers, and
enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling the United States.
He was preceded in death by a son, Troy Ferioli. He is survived by his wife, Sandra B. Keene of the home; two sons, Clint Keene of
Springdale, Brett Keene of Fayetteville; four daughters, Barbara Stratis of Mechanicsburg, PA, Cindy Italiano of Mt. Laurel, NJ, Joy Behe
of Raleigh, NC, Maggie Mellone of Oakland, NJ; a brother, H. Elden Keene of Winter Park, FL; a sister, Sr. Irene Christopher of Ft.
Thomas, KY; 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, December 23, at St. Raphael Catholic Church with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Tontitown.
Walter W. Keene, 78, of Springdale, died Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. He was born
September 25, 1933 in North Wildwood, New Jersey to Walter and Margarette Schellinger Keene, Sr. Mr. Keene was a member of St.
Raphael Catholic Church. He served in the Navy during the Korean War, and retired from Bell Atlantic, now Verizon, after 35 years of
service. He was a member of the V.F.W., and a life member of the N.R.A. He was also a life member of the Telephone Pioneers, and
enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling the United States.
He was preceded in death by a son, Troy Ferioli. He is survived by his wife, Sandra B. Keene of the home; two sons, Clint Keene of
Springdale, Brett Keene of Fayetteville; four daughters, Barbara Stratis of Mechanicsburg, PA, Cindy Italiano of Mt. Laurel, NJ, Joy Behe
of Raleigh, NC, Maggie Mellone of Oakland, NJ; a brother, H. Elden Keene of Winter Park, FL; a sister, Sr. Irene Christopher of Ft.
Thomas, KY; 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, December 23, at St. Raphael Catholic Church with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Tontitown.
TIMMY BILDERBACK
Timmy Franklin Bilderback, 53, of Springdale, died Monday, January 2, 2012 at his home. He was born January 15, 1958 in Springdale
to Tate Frank and Joettea Jackson Bilderback. He operated his own small engine repair shop, loved time with family and his pets, and
was a man of strong faith.
He was preceded in death by his father, and his sister, Jannetta Lynn “Jann” Edens. He is survived by his mother, Joetta Bilderback, of
the home; a brother-in-law, Bert Edens; and two nephews, Zakary and Joshua Edens, all of Springdale.
Services were Friday, January 6, at Bluff Cemetery.
Timmy Franklin Bilderback, 53, of Springdale, died Monday, January 2, 2012 at his home. He was born January 15, 1958 in Springdale
to Tate Frank and Joettea Jackson Bilderback. He operated his own small engine repair shop, loved time with family and his pets, and
was a man of strong faith.
He was preceded in death by his father, and his sister, Jannetta Lynn “Jann” Edens. He is survived by his mother, Joetta Bilderback, of
the home; a brother-in-law, Bert Edens; and two nephews, Zakary and Joshua Edens, all of Springdale.
Services were Friday, January 6, at Bluff Cemetery.
STARR FLOYD HUGHEY
Starr Floyd Hughey, 55, of Northwest Arkansas, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012 in Strathmore, California. He
was born August 18, 1956 in Fort Dix, New Jersey to Myrtle Walter & David F. Hughey. He spent the last 20 years
as a substance abuse counselor. He was avid motorcyclist, enjoyed restoring bikes, and loved music. He was
a founding member of Chapter X of the GWRRA, as well as a member of Chapter L in Conway. He was also a
member of the Patriot Guard Riders.
He was preceded in death by his father, and a sister, Kim Hughey Waters.
He is survived by his daughter Starrla Hughey of Lowell; brother David Hughey of Oklahoma; sisters Debbie
Walter and Laura Tucker both of Rogers, Davine Bush of Virginia; mother Myrtle Walter of Rogers; and
stepmother Charlayne Hughey of California.
A memorial service was Saturday, January 14, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at Bentonville
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to your local animal shelter or Decision Point.
Starr Floyd Hughey, 55, of Northwest Arkansas, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012 in Strathmore, California. He
was born August 18, 1956 in Fort Dix, New Jersey to Myrtle Walter & David F. Hughey. He spent the last 20 years
as a substance abuse counselor. He was avid motorcyclist, enjoyed restoring bikes, and loved music. He was
a founding member of Chapter X of the GWRRA, as well as a member of Chapter L in Conway. He was also a
member of the Patriot Guard Riders.
He was preceded in death by his father, and a sister, Kim Hughey Waters.
He is survived by his daughter Starrla Hughey of Lowell; brother David Hughey of Oklahoma; sisters Debbie
Walter and Laura Tucker both of Rogers, Davine Bush of Virginia; mother Myrtle Walter of Rogers; and
stepmother Charlayne Hughey of California.
A memorial service was Saturday, January 14, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at Bentonville
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to your local animal shelter or Decision Point.
NORMAN “PAPPY” DAVIS
Norman Taft “Pappy” Davis, 66, of McDonald, Kansas, died Thursday, January 12, 2012. He was born July 2,
1945 in Little Rock to William Taft and Rose Mae Goodson Davis.
Mr. Davis worked in food service throughout his life. He served as mayor of McDonald for several years, and
experienced 28 years of sobriety.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Leslie Davis.
He is survived by his wife, Tessa Davis, of the home; four children, Scott Davis and Sheilah of Farmington, Tracy
Smith of Springdale, Keri Warford and Rodney of Fayetteville, Amy Whittenberg and Mike of Springdale; a brother,
Clifford Davis; two sisters, Eunamae Sampson and Drucilla Orlando; and 11 grandchildren, Khristian, Kacey,
Dakota, Dylan, Andrew, Max, Madison, Emilia, Sidney, Isabelle and Lyza.
A memorial services was Wednesday, January 18, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel.
Norman Taft “Pappy” Davis, 66, of McDonald, Kansas, died Thursday, January 12, 2012. He was born July 2,
1945 in Little Rock to William Taft and Rose Mae Goodson Davis.
Mr. Davis worked in food service throughout his life. He served as mayor of McDonald for several years, and
experienced 28 years of sobriety.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Leslie Davis.
He is survived by his wife, Tessa Davis, of the home; four children, Scott Davis and Sheilah of Farmington, Tracy
Smith of Springdale, Keri Warford and Rodney of Fayetteville, Amy Whittenberg and Mike of Springdale; a brother,
Clifford Davis; two sisters, Eunamae Sampson and Drucilla Orlando; and 11 grandchildren, Khristian, Kacey,
Dakota, Dylan, Andrew, Max, Madison, Emilia, Sidney, Isabelle and Lyza.
A memorial services was Wednesday, January 18, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel.
RONALD A. TAYLOR
Ronald A. Taylor, 64, of Springdale, finished his time on this earth and went to eternity on Saturday, January 14,
2012. He was born March 13, 1947 in Lynchburg, Virginia to Joseph E. and Ruth F. Owens Taylor.
Ron served in the Air Force during Vietnam as a crew chief. He was a master electrician of 40 years and a
construction superintendant. He was known for his hard work and professionalism. He was a 32nd degree
member of the Masonic Lodge in Monroe, Virginia, the Scottish Rite, and the Optimist Club. He was an avid
outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman.
He was preceded in death by a sister. Survivors include his wife, Diana Taylor, of the home; four children,
Angela D. Mangum and husband Steve of Benton, Ark., Erin C. Matthews and husband Jason also of Benton,
James Taylor and Scott Taylor both of Springdale; four sisters, five grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews,
cousins, and friends throughout the country.
A memorial service was Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Rest in peace you
gentle soul. We will miss your colorful stories, your wit, and the laughter that came with them.
Ronald A. Taylor, 64, of Springdale, finished his time on this earth and went to eternity on Saturday, January 14,
2012. He was born March 13, 1947 in Lynchburg, Virginia to Joseph E. and Ruth F. Owens Taylor.
Ron served in the Air Force during Vietnam as a crew chief. He was a master electrician of 40 years and a
construction superintendant. He was known for his hard work and professionalism. He was a 32nd degree
member of the Masonic Lodge in Monroe, Virginia, the Scottish Rite, and the Optimist Club. He was an avid
outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman.
He was preceded in death by a sister. Survivors include his wife, Diana Taylor, of the home; four children,
Angela D. Mangum and husband Steve of Benton, Ark., Erin C. Matthews and husband Jason also of Benton,
James Taylor and Scott Taylor both of Springdale; four sisters, five grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews,
cousins, and friends throughout the country.
A memorial service was Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Rest in peace you
gentle soul. We will miss your colorful stories, your wit, and the laughter that came with them.
EDWARD “ED” STEVENSON
Edward Gene “Ed” Stevenson, 54, of Highfill, died Friday, January 27, 2012 at Northwest Medical Center in
Bentonville. He was born March 13, 1957 in Licking, Missouri to Charles and Carrol Sullins Stevenson.
Ed married Peggie Lyn Johnston on July 2, 1977 in Pamona, California. He was a member of Ozark Mopar
Club and the Nash Back At Ya Club, and owned Ace Muffler & Brake in Lowell. He had many friends throughout
the country, enjoyed driving motorcycles, his Mopar muscle and classic cars, and time on the computer. Above
all he enjoyed time with his family and will be dearly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Peggie Stevenson, of the home; two children, Wesley Stevenson of Bentonville,
Jeniece Stevenson Drake and husband Jimmy of Springdale; his parents, Charles and Carrol Stevenson of
Houston, Missouri; a sister, Jondalyn Robles of Pomona, California; and three grandchildren, Logan
Stevenson, Megan Stevenson, and Landen Drake.
Funeral services were Wednesday, February 1, at Revival Tabernacle Church in Springdale with interment at
Hickory Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with expenses.
Edward Gene “Ed” Stevenson, 54, of Highfill, died Friday, January 27, 2012 at Northwest Medical Center in
Bentonville. He was born March 13, 1957 in Licking, Missouri to Charles and Carrol Sullins Stevenson.
Ed married Peggie Lyn Johnston on July 2, 1977 in Pamona, California. He was a member of Ozark Mopar
Club and the Nash Back At Ya Club, and owned Ace Muffler & Brake in Lowell. He had many friends throughout
the country, enjoyed driving motorcycles, his Mopar muscle and classic cars, and time on the computer. Above
all he enjoyed time with his family and will be dearly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Peggie Stevenson, of the home; two children, Wesley Stevenson of Bentonville,
Jeniece Stevenson Drake and husband Jimmy of Springdale; his parents, Charles and Carrol Stevenson of
Houston, Missouri; a sister, Jondalyn Robles of Pomona, California; and three grandchildren, Logan
Stevenson, Megan Stevenson, and Landen Drake.
Funeral services were Wednesday, February 1, at Revival Tabernacle Church in Springdale with interment at
Hickory Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with expenses.
PATSY ANN “PAT” CLOER
Patsy Ann “Pat” Cloer, 77, of Lowell, died Friday, February 3, 2012 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. She
was born August 12, 1934 in Springdale to Noah Finley and Mary Frances Cooper. Mrs. Cloer married Eugene
H. “Gene” Cloer on August 14, 1950 in Springdale. She was a homemaker throughout her life and enjoyed
crossword puzzles, crocheting, and keeping her house clean.
She is survived by her husband, Gene Cloer, of the home; three children, Joyce Wright of Lowell, Debbie Nations
and husband Morris of Fayetteville, Mike Cloer and wife Carolyn of Delaney; a sister, Gladys Day, of Siloam
Springs; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were Tuesday, February 7, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with interment will be at Wilson
Cemetery.
Patsy Ann “Pat” Cloer, 77, of Lowell, died Friday, February 3, 2012 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. She
was born August 12, 1934 in Springdale to Noah Finley and Mary Frances Cooper. Mrs. Cloer married Eugene
H. “Gene” Cloer on August 14, 1950 in Springdale. She was a homemaker throughout her life and enjoyed
crossword puzzles, crocheting, and keeping her house clean.
She is survived by her husband, Gene Cloer, of the home; three children, Joyce Wright of Lowell, Debbie Nations
and husband Morris of Fayetteville, Mike Cloer and wife Carolyn of Delaney; a sister, Gladys Day, of Siloam
Springs; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were Tuesday, February 7, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with interment will be at Wilson
Cemetery.
CHARLES H. “BUTCH” ROBINSON
Charles H. “Butch” Robinson, 61, of Springdale, died Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Shiloh Health and
Rehabilitation Center. He was born March 12, 1950 in Fayetteville to Earl Joe and Rebecca Emily Suttle
Robinson.
Butch was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Springdale. He was employed by Bedford Camera
and Video for many years, and also worked for the Springdale School District. He volunteered with the Arts
Center of the Ozarks for many years.
He is survived by four brothers, James Robinson and Martha of Springdale, Russell Robinson and Lori of
Lowell, George Robinson and Vicki of Granbury, Texas, Jon Scott Robinson of Springdale; three sisters,
Ruthann Couch and Jeff of Moore, Oklahoma, Regina Hopper and Phil of Springdale, Angela Bonner of Rogers;
and a devoted uncle to 16 nieces and nephews, and 5 great nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Friday, February 17, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Audie Long
officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Arts Center of the Ozarks, P.O. Box 725,
Springdale, AR 72765.
Charles H. “Butch” Robinson, 61, of Springdale, died Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Shiloh Health and
Rehabilitation Center. He was born March 12, 1950 in Fayetteville to Earl Joe and Rebecca Emily Suttle
Robinson.
Butch was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Springdale. He was employed by Bedford Camera
and Video for many years, and also worked for the Springdale School District. He volunteered with the Arts
Center of the Ozarks for many years.
He is survived by four brothers, James Robinson and Martha of Springdale, Russell Robinson and Lori of
Lowell, George Robinson and Vicki of Granbury, Texas, Jon Scott Robinson of Springdale; three sisters,
Ruthann Couch and Jeff of Moore, Oklahoma, Regina Hopper and Phil of Springdale, Angela Bonner of Rogers;
and a devoted uncle to 16 nieces and nephews, and 5 great nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Friday, February 17, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Audie Long
officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Arts Center of the Ozarks, P.O. Box 725,
Springdale, AR 72765.
