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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.

Gayle Lorraine Conner

Gayle Lorraine Conner

Dec 4, 2022

Gayle Lorraine Conner, age 70, died on December 4, 2022 in Bentonville, Arkansas. She was born January 28, 1952 in Moline, Illinois, to Lawrence and Virgene (Worth) Pearson.

She is preceded in death by both parents, brothers, Mike and Pat McMorris.

She is survived by her husband, Roger Conner of Springdale; son, Matthew and wife...

Wanda Mae Still

Wanda Mae Still

Dec 2, 2022

Wanda Mae Still, age 80, died on Friday, December 02, 2022 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on November 5, 1942 in Kirkland, Washington to Forest and Alva (Bogle) Williams.

She is preceded in death by both parents, her husband, Murphy S. Still and her brother Forest Williams.

She is survived by her son, Murphy...

Dawn Babette Whitehead

Dawn Babette Whitehead

Dec 1, 2022

Dawn Babette "Babs" Whitehead, 58, took the Lord's hand and He took her Home on December 1, 2022 in Fayetteville, AR. She was born on March 21, 1964 to Elbert "Pig" and Doris   (Pierce) Williams in Wynne, AR.

Babs attended elementary school in Vanndale, AR and then went on to attend high school at Cross County High...

Lisa Jo Sisemore

Lisa Jo Sisemore

Dec 1, 2022

Lisa Jo (Trollinger) Sisemore, 61, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at her home in Springdale. She was born June 4, 1961 to Joseph Fred and Wilma Lene (Neal) Trollinger. She is survived by three children, Jason Lee Sisemore, Joshua Aaron Sisemore, and Jana Lenae (Sisemore) Zimmerman; two grandchildren whom she "loved to the moon and back" Brooklyn Sisemore and...

Karla Neal Martin

Karla Neal Martin

Nov 22, 2022

Karla Ann (Neal) Martin born on January 13,1959 to Mary Ann and Rev. Charles Neal went through heaven's gates on November 22, 2022.  She grew up in Georgetown Texas and Dallas Texas attending Kimball High school where she graduated in 1976.  She enjoyed varsity cheerleading and other activities as well as being crowned Homecoming queen in 1976.  Karla went...

Jimmie Duane Mason

Jimmie Duane Mason

Nov 20, 2022

Jimmie Duane Mason, age 64, died on November 20, 2022 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on June 17, 1958 in LA Harbor, California to Vernon Wayne and Carolyn Sue (Mitchell) Mason.

Jimmie worked throughout his life in construction and was retired. He was dedicated to his wife, children and grandchildren, and enjoyed providing for them with...

Penny Michelle Bradley

Penny Michelle Bradley

Nov 18, 2022

Penny Michelle Bradley, age 57, died Friday, November 18, 2022 at her home in Lowell. She was born April 2, 1965 in Springdale to Roy Leon and Mary Reba (Johnson) Watson.  Penny was devoted to Jesus and her family, and loved being"Mimi" to her grandchildren.   Her smile lit up every room she entered and was a friend to all...

Melodee Fay Gibson

Melodee Fay Gibson

Nov 12, 2022

Melodee Fay Gibson, 47, of Villa Rica, Georgia, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022. She was born on May 16, 1975, the daughter of Herb Richardson and Violet (Taylor) Richardson.

Melodee lived life to the fullest, every moment, and every day. She and Dave were married for over 19 years, and their daughter Ashlee was the center...

Daniela Valladares

Daniela Valladares

Nov 10, 2022

Daniela Valladares passed away at 18 years old on November 10, 2022, surrounded by her family in Springdale, Arkansas. Daniela was born on March 13, 2004, to Lourdes and Daniel Valladares in Aurora, Illinois. She was a beacon of light everywhere she went; everyone felt her radiant presence when she entered a room. She loved so many things in...

William "Bill" Thomas Wright

William "Bill" Thomas Wright

Nov 3, 2022

William Thomas "Bill" Wright, age 92 of Washburn, Missouri, died Thursday, November 3, 2022, in Bentonville, Arkansas. He was born April 14, 1930, in Kellond, Oklahoma to Nathaniel Mark Anthony "Martin" and Rousha Fannie (Dunlap) Wright. Over the years Bill worked mostly on construction projects but took time away from construction to work at Daisy Manufacturing and Walmart. He...

Christy Lynn Mckain

Christy Lynn Mckain

Oct 28, 2022

 Christy Lynn McKain, age 47, passed away on October 28, 2022 in Springdale. She was born May 30, 1975 in Springdale to Clifford and Debra (Marchant) McKain. 

 Christy was a graduate of Bentonville High School, and later went on to work for the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad. During her 10 years working for the railroad, Christy became an integral part of...

Robert "Bob" Michael Parker

Robert "Bob" Michael Parker

Oct 19, 2022

Robert "Bob" Michael Parker, 71, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at his home in Springdale, Arkansas.   Bob was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 15, 1950 to Reverend Robert A. and Thelma Miller Parker, the first of five siblings.  Bob was an extraordinary person who was loved and admired by all. As the...

Harold Jr. Patton

Harold Jr. Patton

Oct 17, 2022

Harold Jr. Patton, age 76, died on October 17, 2022, in Rogers, Arkansas. He was born on August 16, 1946 in Peggs, Oklahoma to Howard and LeeOma (Brooksher) Patton. Harold worked as a mechanic at Mabry salvage for over 30 years he loved hunting fishing spending time with family he loved being on the lake with his kids...

John Paul Kuykendall

John Paul Kuykendall

Oct 15, 2022

John Paul Kuykendall, 60 of Springdale, died Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Rogers.  He was born February 22, 1962, in San Diego, California to Earl Glen and Annabelle Juanita (Dressler) Kuykendall.  John enjoyed golfing, grilling for and spending time with family and friends. Having lived in Denver for a number of years he was an avid Denver Broncos fan....

O'Dell (Caswell) Straight

O'Dell (Caswell) Straight

Oct 13, 2022

O'Dell (Caswell) Straight, age 99, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at her home in Alma with her husband by her side.  She was born September 17, 1923 in Bronte, Texas to Rufus and Luteen Teague, and was one of eleven children.  O'Dell was loved by all her family and...

Bruce "Duane" Bagwell

Bruce "Duane" Bagwell

Oct 6, 2022

Bruce "Duane" Bagwell, age 72 of Elm Springs, died Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville.  He was born May 4, 1950 in Fayetteville.  Duane was a Sunday school teacher, deacon, and actively involved with the music ministry at Phillips Chapel Free Will Baptist Church for many years.  He enjoyed working on projects around his...

Carson Lee Stewart

Carson Lee Stewart

Oct 1, 2022

Carson Lee Stewart, age 9 of Springdale, died Saturday, October 1, 2022.  He was born April 10, 2013 in Johnson and was in the 4 th grade.  Carson planned on becoming a bug expert YouTuber.  He was a huge Pokémon fan and enjoyed fishing, camping, tubing behind the boat and playing Uno.  He loved sleepovers with his friends and...

Christopher Cash Corzatt

Christopher Cash Corzatt

Sep 30, 2022

Christopher Cash "Chris" Corzatt, 31, passed away unexpectedly September 30, 2022, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas.  He was born June 5, 1991, in Garden City, Kansas to Frank and Misty Dawn Corzatt.  Chris graduated from West Fork High School in 2009.  He went on to earn his CNA license and...

Cody Francis Shaw

Cody Francis Shaw

Sep 25, 2022

Cody Francis Shaw, 74, of Springdale, AR, passed away on September 25th surrounded by his family.

Cody was born on July 19th, 1948 to Francis Marion and Veda Warren Shaw in Cavanaugh, Arkansas....

Loy Earl Boyd

Loy Earl Boyd

Sep 19, 2022

Loy Earl "Pa" Boyd, age 97, of Springdale, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on September 19, 2022. He was born in Wesley, Arkansas on September 3, 1925 to parents Rev. William Henry Boyd and Lula (Ball) Boyd of Japton (Drakes Creek) Arkansas where he grew up. In school there, he excelled prior to his drafting...

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