obituaries

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.

Kermit M. Coover

Kermit M. Coover

Jan 13, 2023

Kermit M. Coover, age 89, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his home in Rogers. He was born April 4, 1933, in Marengo, Iowa to the late Merritt and Inez Cooperider Coover. Mr. Coover served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He received the National Service Medal...

Opal Shirlene Smith

Opal Shirlene Smith

Jan 13, 2023

Opal Shirlene (Whittenburg) Smith, age 72, died on Friday, January 13, 2023, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born June 27, 1950, in Harrison, Arkansas to the late John Elgin and Mary Estaleen (Hayes) Whittenburg. She had a long career and retired from Springdale Public schools. She enjoyed playing card games and dominos with her family. In her...

Justin Scott Harp

Justin Scott Harp

Jan 12, 2023

Justin Scott Harp, age 42, died on Thursday, January 12, 2023, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on November 3, 1980 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to Stephen and Beverly (Clark) Harp. Justin had a passion for sports. He spent his childhood playing baseball, football, and basketball. Justin was a part of the Springdale Bulldog Baseball State Championship team in 1998....

Sergio Moreno Lozano

Sergio Moreno Lozano

Jan 3, 2023

Sergio Moreno Lozano, age 62, died Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on October 8, 1960 in Durango, Mexico to Vicente and Raquel (Espinoza) Lazano. He married Raquel Espinoza in Sun Valley, California.

Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 9, 2023 at Heritage Funeral Home. Mass of the Christian...

Jo Anne Wade

Jo Anne Wade

Jan 3, 2023

Jo Anne Wade, age 72, died on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on August 25, 1950 in Springdale, Arkansas to Curtis Dean and Betty Jo (Whittle) Counts.  On November 4, 2011 she married Edward Wade in Springdale, Arkansas.

Jo Anne was one of the easiest people to love, mainly due to how...

Michael James Hanna

Michael James Hanna

Dec 29, 2022

Michael James Hanna, age 49, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Westfork, Arkansas. He was born on October 20, 1973 in Springdale, Arkansas to James Mark Hanna and Leta Sue Payne.

Michael loved spending quality time with family and friends. He loved to cook. He also had a special gift for...

Stephen Austin Simco

Stephen Austin Simco

Dec 28, 2022

Stephen "Austin" Simco, age 34, of Springdale, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2022 in Springdale. Austin was born on January 15, 1988 in Springdale, Arkansas to Bob and Toni Foster Simco. He graduated from Wyoming Diesel Mechanic School in 2008. He liked working on cars and trucks and loved his motorcycles. He was known for the joy...

Dulce Maria Perez

Dulce Maria Perez

Dec 22, 2022

Mass of Christian Burial for Dulce Maria Perez will be 10AM Thursday, December 29, at St. Raphael Catholic Church with burial at Friendship Cemetery . Visitation will be Wednesday 5 to 7pm at the funeral home.

Robert "Tubb" Roy Robinson

Robert "Tubb" Roy Robinson

Dec 21, 2022

Robert Roy "Tubb" Robinson, age 87 and lifelong Springdale resident, died Wednesday, December 21, 2022.  He was born February 8, 1935 in Springdale to Joseph William and Velma Laura (Downum) Robinson.  Tubb graduated from the University of Arkansas, served in the Army Reserves, and was a home builder for many years.  He married Marian Margaret "Margo" Renfrow in Little...

Danny K Whelchel

Danny K Whelchel

Dec 17, 2022

Danny Kay Whelchel, age 71, died Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Huntsville, Arkansas. He was born in Fullerton, California on February 9, 1951 to James Avis and Audrey (Kisor) Whelchel. Danny married the love of his life and best friend, Leah (Hafferlder) Whelchel on August 2, 1997. They celebrated 25 years of marriage on August 2nd this year.

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Charles Freeman Shuster

Charles Freeman Shuster

Dec 7, 2022

Charles Freeman Shuster, age 80 of Tontitown, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Encompass Health of Fayetteville. He was born May 18, 1942 in Huntsville, Arkansas to the late Freeman and Jesse Cornett Shuster. Mr. Shuster graduated from the University of Arkansas Pharmacy School in 1969. On September 1, 1967 he married Charlene Rogers in Little Rock. Mr....

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...

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