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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 Harold "Bob" Dunn

Robert Harold "Bob" Dunn

Mar 1, 2022

Dr. Robert Harold "Bob" Dunn, age 84, of Fayetteville, died Tuesday, March 1, 2022.  He was born April 30, 1937 in Little Rock to Harold and Norma (Whitley) Dunn.  He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons, Robert Andrew Dunn and Terry Lee Thomas.

Robert was a dentist for over 40 years and retired...

Timothy "Steve" Stephen Moffett

Timothy "Steve" Stephen Moffett

Feb 24, 2022

Timothy Stephen "Steve" Moffett, age 65, died Thursday, February 24, 2022 at his home in Farmington.  He was born May 31, 1956 in Ozark, Arkansas, to Ernest Rudolph and Bonnie Ruth (Thomas) Moffett.  Steve's passion was riding motorcycles, especially motocross.  He was past-president of the Razorback Riders Motorcycle Club.  Steve enjoyed farming and was a genuine cowboy with always...

Lynette Elizabeth Hess

Lynette Elizabeth Hess

Feb 16, 2022

Lynette Elizabeth Hess, 67, of Springdale, died Wednesday morning, February 16, 2022 at home, after suffering with complications due to Covid-19. She was born February 9, 1955 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the daughter of Albert B. and Gladys M. Harlan Hess. She spent her childhood in Arkansas, where many of her relatives lived. After moving to Columbia, Missouri, she...

Nelle "Jo" Josephine Armstrong

Nelle "Jo" Josephine Armstrong

Feb 15, 2022

Nelle Josephine "Jo" Armstrong, age 100 of Fayetteville, died Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at Willard Walker Hospice.  She was born February 12, 1922 in Hutchinson, Kansas, to the late Joseph Paul and Edna Pearl (Walden) Ricks, the youngest of four daughters.  On March 17, 1945 Jo married Ralph Leion "Jack" Armstrong in Hutchinson, Kansas.  He preceded her in death...

Patsy Louise "Pat" Sargent

Patsy Louise "Pat" Sargent

Feb 6, 2022

Patsy Louise "Pat" Sargent, age 85 and longtime area resident, died Sunday, February 6, 2022.  She was born October 23, 1936 in Durant, Oklahoma, to Hershel and Eulah (Sullivan) Shull.  Pat came from a long line of educators.  She taught Science at Lee Elementary School in Springdale.

Pat had many talents, one being an accomplished pianist beginning...

Norma "Sue" Stafford

Norma "Sue" Stafford

Feb 5, 2022

Norma "Sue" Stafford of Springdale, born to Russell and Emmie Rogers on August 12, 1946, went to be with the Lord on February 5, 2022. She lived a full life as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She will be remembered by her devotion to and love for God and her family. She enjoyed spending...

Louvella "Lou" Shirey

Louvella "Lou" Shirey

Feb 4, 2022

Louvella "Lou" Shirey, caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend, left this world on February 4, 2022, at the age of 74. She was born to Arlie and Bessie (Reed) Skaggs on February 20, 1947 in Oark, Arkansas where she lived until graduating school in 1965.  After graduation Lou moved to, Springdale, then to Iowa, Alabama, and later back to...

Doreen Claudette Welihindha

Doreen Claudette Welihindha

Jan 27, 2022

Doreen Claudette Welihindha, 66, died January 27th in Bentonville, Arkansas after a long battle with endometrial cancer. Her funeral service will be held on Monday, January 31st at 9:30 am at Hunt Chapel in Rogers, Arkansas followed by internment at Pinnacle Memorial Gardens in Rogers, Arkansas.

Doreen was born on May 18th, 1955 in Wattala, Sri Lanka...

Mary Ann Fredrick

Mary Ann Fredrick

Jan 24, 2022

Mary Ann Fredrick, 84, of Springdale, died January 24, 2022 in Springdale.  Born on October 1, 1937 in Springdale, to Ross and Phila (Wilson) Goheen. She was a bookkeeper for her family-owned auto repair shop. Mary loved horses and like to ride them in the local parades. She is survived by her brother, Carl Goheen; a niece, Carla Parker;...

Doris Maxine Barthelemy

Doris Maxine Barthelemy

Jan 22, 2022

Doris Maxine Barthelemy, 100, of Springdale, AR, went home to be with her Lord on January 22, 2022. Doris was born January 26, 1921, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, to the late Charles Jean and Lettie Fidelia (New) Florea.  On September 11, 1947 she married Byron Barthelemy in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Doris considered the most important day of...

Linda Jean Lingle

Linda Jean Lingle

Jan 20, 2022

Linda Jean Lingle, age 76 of Springdale, died Thursday, January 20, 2022.  She was born May 26, 1945 in Springdale to Noel Lansing and Anna Jean (Eden) Anderson.  Linda was a beautician and waitress throughout her life.  She enjoyed family and church singings, but especially loved the Lord and time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by...

John Herbert Rothwell, Jr

John Herbert Rothwell, Jr

Jan 16, 2022

John Herbert Rothwell Jr., loving father, husband, and servant of the Lord passed away peacefully January 16 th in Springdale, Arkansas.

John was born on February 10, 1937, in Willow Springs, Missouri, to Lillian Drymon Rothwell and John Herbert Rothwell Sr. After their divorce, Lillian met and married Walter Eugene Motzkus who was a widower with two...

Paula Jeannette Johnson

Paula Jeannette Johnson

Jan 13, 2022

Paula Jeannette Johnson, 67, of Springdale, died Thursday, January 13, 2022. She was born August 10, 1954 in Pomona, California to Vernon John and Jeannette (Stromberg) Lisle. Paula was a high school math teacher for many years. She enjoyed talking politics and was a member of the Washington County Republican women where she served as president. She was also...

Rex Bradford Arnold

Rex Bradford Arnold

Jan 7, 2022

Beloved husband, father, son, brother, pastor, and friend.

Rex Bradford Arnold, 60, of Springdale, AR, peacefully passed on Friday, Jan 7, 2022 following complications from a planned open heart surgery.

Brad was born in Nacogdoches, Texas to Rex and Chety Arnold. He graduated from White Oak High School. He was a member of the Fightin'...

Gay Elise Karber

Gay Elise Karber

Jan 5, 2022

Gay Elise Karber, age 76, of Springdale, died Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale.  She was born December 26, 1945 in Fayetteville to Ralph Charles and Inez May (Brady) Pinkerton.  She is preceded in death by her sister, Pamela Urick.  Gay was devoted to her family and was always doing for others.  She enjoyed...

Roy Joseph Franco

Roy Joseph Franco

Jan 5, 2022

Roy Joseph Franco, age 88, of Tontitown, died Wednesday, January 5, 2022.  He was born November 10, 1933, in Elm Springs to John and Theresa (Zulpo) Franco, the youngest of eight children.  Roy attended school in Tontitown where he was a lifelong resident and member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.  As a young man he served in the Army,...

David Edwin Wittenburg, Jr.

David Edwin Wittenburg, Jr.

Jan 4, 2022

David Edwin Wittenburg, Jr., age 82, formerly of Springdale, died Tuesday, January 4, 2022, in Lewisville, Texas. He was born August 6, 1939, in Little Rock, Arkansas to David Edwin and Carolyn Augusta (Walls) Wittenburg. David was a deeply devoted husband, father and grandfather. He attended Little Rock High School, Little Rock University and the U.S. Army Crypto School....

Judy Ann Mcgahhey

Judy Ann Mcgahhey

Jan 3, 2022

Judy Ann McGahhey, 78, of Springdale, Arkansas, died Monday, January 3, 2022. She was born in Rose Bud, Arkansas to the late Tony Frank and Billye (Flaffoon) McGahhey. Judy loved to read books, travel, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her sister, Brenda Russell and many nieces and nephews

Kevin Michael Ewalt

Kevin Michael Ewalt

Jan 2, 2022

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend:

Kevin Michael Ewalt, 67, of Rogers, Arkansas but formerly a 23-year resident of Tyler, TX passed away peacefully at UAMS Hospital in Little Rock on Sunday January 2, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.

He was the loving husband for over 32 years of Beverly Hill, whom survives...

Wilma Jean Logue

Wilma Jean Logue

Dec 31, 2021

Wilma Jean Logue, age 75, of Springdale, died Friday, December 31, 2021.  She was born August 30, 1946 in Pryor, Oklahoma, to Elmer and Bertha (Gollihugh) McCarty.  Wilma was devoted to her family and enjoyed get-togethers.

She is survived by her husband, Bobby, and together would have celebrated their 48 th wedding anniversary later this month.  Wilma...

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