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Recent obituaries in Benton & Washington Counties and the surrounding areas in Arkansas..

The obituaries in the Benton & Washington counties reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Benton & Washington counties' history and identity.

Robert Dale Johnson

Robert Dale Johnson

Mar 27, 2026

Robert "Bobby" Dale Johnson, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away at Mercy Hospital of Rogers on March 27, 2026 at the age of 54. Bobby was born in Springdale, Arkansas on November 2, 1971, to Ricky D. Johnson and Edna Johnson (Hillebrand). Bobby would grow up and spend most of his life in Springdale.  

Bobby was preceded in death by his...

Jose Primitivo Vazquez-Noriega

Jose Primitivo Vazquez-Noriega

Mar 24, 2026

Jose Primitivo Vazquez-Noriega, age 74, of Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born on April 23, 1951, in Durango, Mexico to Hilaria Noriega. On November 21, 1982, he married Yolanda Gallardo Garcia.

Jose is survived by his wife, Yolanda Gallardo Vazquez of Fayetteville; three children, Nancy Vazquez of Fayetteville, Rodolfo Vazquez...

John Dean Mitchell

John Dean Mitchell

Mar 23, 2026

John Dean Mitchell of Pea Ridge, Arkansas passed away on March 23, 2026, at his home. J.D. was born on December 28th, 1987 in Osborne, Kansas to Kirk and Joyce Mitchell (Clark). The family would move to the Northwest Arkansas area when he was two years old. J.D. graduated from Springdale High School in May of 2006.

J.D. met his wife...

Ana Mirian Alfaro

Ana Mirian Alfaro

Mar 20, 2026

Ana Mirian Alfaro, de 82 años de Rogers, Arkansas, falleció el viernes 20 de marzo de 2026 rodeada de su familia. Nació el 9 de enero de 1944 en San Salvador, El Salvador, de los difuntos Luis Medrano y Margoth Alfaro. Ana fue una madre amorosa, cariñosa y generosa con sus hijos, nietos y bisnietos. Como mujer de fuerte fe,...

Thomas Gilbert Buchanan Jr

Thomas Gilbert Buchanan Jr

Mar 19, 2026

Thomas G. Buchanan, Jr., 78, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away on March 19, 2026. A lifelong Northwest Arkansas man, he was a proud United States Marine, a consummate professional who spent his life behind the wheel, and a devoted husband, father, and friend whose word was as good as a contract and whose loyalty never wavered. Tom was born on...

William Royce Luper

William Royce Luper

Mar 15, 2026

William Royce Luper, 69 of Winslow, Arkansas passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026 surrounded by family and loved ones at his home in the Sunset Community.  He was born October 22,1956 to Oren and Zelpha Wood Luper in Fayetteville, Arkansas. On April 15,1977, Royce married Karen Sue "Susie" Donaldson.

Royce was proud to spend his whole life on the family farm....

Fountain Rowa

Fountain Rowa

Mar 8, 2026

Fountain Rowa age 69 passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale, Arkansas.  He was born on April 19, 1956 in Majuro, Marshall Islands to Watdrik Ben and Aenet Rowa.  Fountain worked as a pastor in Northwest Arkansas.  He was married to Helty Langrine.

Funeral services will begin 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026 with burial...

Joaquin Reyes Ojeda

Joaquin Reyes Ojeda

Mar 5, 2026

Joaquin Reyes Ojeda, age 68 of Springdale Arkansas passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on May 26, 1957 in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico to the late Joaquin Reyes and Ofemia Ojeda Reyes. In 1978 he married Guillermina Vital and together they raised a family. Joaquin was a man of faith, a testament to those...

Melvin Ray Cotton

Melvin Ray Cotton

Mar 4, 2026

Melvin Ray Cotton age 56 of Elkins passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale.  He was born on June 11, 1969 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Donald  Melvin Cotton and Rose Coker.  Melvin loved being outdoors.  He spent his free time fishing and listening to country music.  Melvin was preceded in death by is father,...

Geneva Mae Miller

Geneva Mae Miller

Mar 2, 2026

Geneva Mae Miller, age 88 of Springdale, Arkansas passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 in Rogers, Arkansas. She was born October 10, 1937 in Batavia, Arkansas to the late Robert Howell Fields and Gladys Smith. She was a longtime member of Cross Church in Springdale, Arkansas. Geneva was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob Edward “Jake” Miller and son-in-law,...

Jerry Don Woods

Jerry Don Woods

Mar 1, 2026

Jerry D. Woods (Woody), age 77, passed away March 1, 2026, in Fayetteville, Arkansas surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born June 29, 1948, in Jonesboro Arkansas. Jerry grew up and graduated from Weiner High School in 1966. On March 22, 1969, Jerry married the love of his life, Barbara Jean Rice. They were married for 57...

Randall Gene Edwards

Randall Gene Edwards

Feb 27, 2026

Randall Gene Edwards, age 73, of Prairie Grove passed away Friday, February 27, 2026 in Prairie Grove. He was born June 9, 1952 in Tuscola, Texas to the late Billie Gene and Sleeta Swindle Edwards. Mr. Edwards worked in the oil industry as a roughneck.

He is survived by four children, Jason Edwards and his wife, Cassandra of Prairie Grove, Kaysie...

Carmen Dolores McGarrah

Carmen Dolores McGarrah

Feb 27, 2026

Carmen Dolores Oblero McGarrah, age 83, of Springdale, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026 at Circle of Life in Springdale. She was born on December 13, 1942 in Aiea, Hawaii to the late Monico and Dolores Hidaro Oblero. On June 20, 1996 she married Clifford McGarrah in Springdale.

She is survived by her husband, Clifford of the home; three children, Lisa...

Elmer B. "Sonny" McKenzie, Jr.

Elmer B. "Sonny" McKenzie, Jr.

Feb 25, 2026

Elmer B. “Sonny” McKenzie, Jr., age 85, of Springdale, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at his residence. He was born on June 29, 1940 in Gunnison, Colorado to the late Elmer B. and Lucille (Baker) McKenzie, Sr. He married Chrystene Bowen in Springdale, Arkansas. Sonny honorably served in the US Army. He was a long-time member of...

Susan Pleggenkuhle

Susan Pleggenkuhle

Feb 24, 2026

Susan “Susie” (Brown) Pleggenkuhle, 79, passed away peacefully on the morning of February 24, 2026.

Susie was born August 13, 1946, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Robert O. Brown and Eleanor (Hockett) Brown. Growing up she lived in many places throughout her childhood, including New York and Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where she graduated from high school. Susie later continued that life...

Pedro Omar Hernandez Meza

Pedro Omar Hernandez Meza

Feb 20, 2026

Pedro Omar Hernandez Meza age 36 passed away Friday, February 20, 2026 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale.  He was born on January 31, 1990 in Irapuato Guanajuato Mexico to Jesus Hernandez Pattan and Maria Teresa Meza.  Pedro worked as a baker at South Coast Bakery in Springdale.  

Visitation will be 9:00-4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Heritage Funeral...

Douglas Lokebol Kiluwe

Douglas Lokebol Kiluwe

Feb 18, 2026

Douglas Lokebol Kiluwe age 46 passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Rogers.  He was born on September 3, 1979 in Ebeye, Marshall Islands.  

Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at First Marshallese Full Gospel Church in Springdale. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Fayetteville National Cemetery.  Funeral...

Robert Louis Milanowski

Robert Louis Milanowski

Feb 17, 2026

Robert Louis Milanowski, 88, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026. He was born on August 10, 1937, in Muskegon, Michigan, to the late Thaddeus and Virginia Milanowski. Robert graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central High School, where he distinguished himself as an All-State Guard in football — an early reflection of the discipline and determination that would...

David H Layton

David H Layton

Feb 10, 2026



David Harman Layton was born on November 11, 1942, on the Layton family farm near Russellville, Ohio, to Harry Oscar and Frances Harman Layton. He was raised with strong family roots and lifelong ties to his hometown.  He was preceded in death by his siblings Robert Layton, Mary Roussos, and Donald Layton. He is survived by his sister, Andrea Layton...

Albert Aloka, Jr.

Albert Aloka, Jr.

Feb 7, 2026

Albert Aloka Jr., age 27 of Centerton passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. He was born on August 2, 1998 in Majuro, Marshall Island to Helmine Hanchor and Albert Aloka Sr. He was a member of the Assembly of God faith both here in Springdale, Arkansas and the Marshall Islands. He attended college in...

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