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.

Wanda Jean Reed

Wanda Jean Reed

Mar 26, 2021

Wanda Jean Reed, 48, died Friday, March 26, in Fayetteville. She was born March 7, 1973, in Springdale, Arkansas, to Jerry Donald and Rhonda Lee Luper Devore. Wanda loved to bake. She also had a talent for hairdressing and cosmetology and she always wanted to be a private investigator.

She is survived by her four daughters, Destiny,...

Maggie Ellen Bagwell

Maggie Ellen Bagwell

Mar 19, 2021

Maggie Ellen Bagwell, age 90, passed away on March 19, 2023, in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born in Spring Valley, Arkansas on September 3, 1932, to the late Rev. Bruce Phillips and Elsie (Jones) Phillips. Maggie was a prayer warrior who leaves behind a legacy of the power of prayer to her family. She was a long time member...

Lynn Fredrick Buhr

Lynn Fredrick Buhr

Mar 7, 2021

Lynn Fredrick Buhr, 79, of Springdale passed away Saturday March 7, at his home, he was born May 25, 1940 in St. Louis, Missouri to Elmer and Augusta Voss Buhr. He married Mary (Pat) Shaw, June 12, 1965 at St Louis Catholic Church at Bonnots Mill, Missouri, and was member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Tontitown...

Marilyn Sexton

Marilyn Sexton

Mar 3, 2021

Marilyn Sexton, age 84, died Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at Quail Ridge Living Center in Colcord, Oklahoma. She was born October 31, 1936 in Enid, Oklahoma to William Albert and Eula Alice (Lindell) Trekell. Survivors include her husband, Robert Paul Sexton; daughter Andrea Martin and husband Brent; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

No services are planned...

Kelly Sue Ingram

Kelly Sue Ingram

Mar 1, 2021

Kelly Sue Ingram, 50, of Bentonville, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021, in Rogers, she was born March 23, 1970 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the daughter of Terry and Katie Hunt. Kelly has worked at Sam's Club and Walmart for over 34 years and as Sr. Product Manager for Sam's Club the last 5 years,...

David Wayne Gideon

David Wayne Gideon

Feb 14, 2021

David Wayne Gideon, 63, passed away peacefully at his home on February 14, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents James Lee Gideon and Bonnie Joan Gideon.He is survived by his wife Tammy of the home; one daughter, Hannah Mantooth and husband Colin; one grandson, Grant Thomas Mantooth of Springdale; and two brothers, Denver Gideon of Springdale, and...

Jason Lee Bowman

Jason Lee Bowman

Feb 12, 2021

Jason Lee Bowman, 49, of Springdale, died Friday, February 12, 2021. He was born July 29, 1971, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Ronald Laverne and Jo Rachelle Anders Bowman. Jason was a faithful Christian man. He was a member of the Robinson Avenue Church of Christ. During his junior high and high school years he excelled in all courses...

Charles Lee Cate

Charles Lee Cate

Feb 3, 2021

Charles Lee Cate, 80 of Springdale passed away February 3, at his home. He was born August 19, 1940 in Sonora the son of Lawrence and Jessie Smith Cate.

Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, June 19, at Robinson Avenue Church of Christ Springdale.

Jerry Floyd Ingram

Jerry Floyd Ingram

Jan 25, 2021

Jerry Floyd Ingram, 52, of Springdale, died Monday, January 25, 2021. He was born August 6, 1968 in Springdale to Jerry Ingram and Donna Mae (Daniels) Fields. He loved to spend time with family and tried to live his life to the fullest. He studied for a time to be a hairdresser.

He is survived by three...

Denise Kathleen Kidd

Denise Kathleen Kidd

Jan 24, 2021

Denise Kathleen Kidd, 54, of Springdale, died Sunday, January 24, 2021 at her home. She was born August 21, 1966 in Whittier, California to Frank Joseph and Dolores Elaine (Goodness) Verucchi.

Denise was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Tontitown, since age 3 where she was baptized, confirmed, received her first sacrament, and married her husband,...

Pamela K. (Sisemore) Thrower

Pamela K. (Sisemore) Thrower

Jan 13, 2021

Pamela K. (Sisemore) Thrower, 63, died January 13, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. She was born August 17, 1957 in Springdale to Herman and Dorothy (Ward) Sisemore. Pam was a devoted Christian. She loved to cook for her family as well as cook and decorate for her coworkers and host events. She also loved the color red. Pam had a...

Everett Ellsworth Mcgarrah

Everett Ellsworth Mcgarrah

Jan 11, 2021

Everett Ellsworth McGarrah, 75, of Springdale, died Monday, January 11, 2021 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born September 3, 1945 in Fayetteville to Thomas Younger and Minnie Mae (Beck) McGarrah. Everett was a truck driver throughout his life and worked for several companies before retiring from Walmart. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but especially loved...

Ruth Elaine Bannan Christensen

Ruth Elaine Bannan Christensen

Dec 27, 2020

Ruth Elaine Bannan Christensen, 79, of Garfield, died Sunday, December 27, 2020 in Rogers. She was born April 14, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois to George and Hendrina (Miller) Hopkins. Ruth loved music and enjoyed playing the piano. She also enjoyed cross stitch and quilting. She was an active member of Celebrate Recovery and the ministry of Christ Life Fellowship....

David Edward "Bam-Bam" Hamilton

David Edward "Bam-Bam" Hamilton

Dec 20, 2020

David Edward "Bam-Bam" Hamilton, 55, of Springdale, died Sunday, December 20, 2020. He was born February 6, 1965, in Rogers to Leland Bernard and Virginia Anita Hamilton. David had a gift for seeing the funny side of mundane events and loved to tell stories and being the light of the show. He was a talented mechanic and built several cars...

David Lanceing Anderson

David Lanceing Anderson

Dec 17, 2020

David Lanceing Anderson, 57, of Lowell died Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Springdale. He was born September 12, 1963 in Springdale to Noel Lansing and Anna Jean (Eden) Anderson. David was a member of Revival Tabernacle Church of Springdale. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, all things outdoors. David was a devoted family man and loved to read the Bible and...

Mary Jane Offenbacker

Mary Jane Offenbacker

Dec 17, 2020

Mary Jane Offenbacker, 82, of Springdale, died Thursday, December 17, 2020.She was born March 1, 1938 in Homer City, Pennsylvania to Archie Luther and Mary Jane (McAdoo) Carnahan.Mary was an excellent cook and enjoyed baking.She and her husband, Don, did mission work together for 20 years and she even rode on the back of his Harley for...

Cynthia Joanne Bartlett

Cynthia Joanne Bartlett

Dec 16, 2020

Cynthia Joanne Bartlett, 47, of Huntsville passed away December 16, 2020 in Springdale. She was born July 25, 1973 in Vicksburg, Mississippi the daughter of William and Joyce Nash Ussery. Cynthia work as a CNA for many years helping others, she will be missed greatly by her family and friends.

Cynthia is preceded in death by her...

Omer Lee Howell

Omer Lee Howell

Nov 27, 2020

Omer Lee Howell, 92, of Springdale, died Friday, November 27, 2020, at his home. He was born July 14, 1928 in Mena to John and Mary Maude (Klutts) Howell. He married Virgie Watson March 4, 1949 after two years of courtship.

Omer was a window and door maker at Ozark Sash & Door and retired after 30...

Earnest Lawrence Piazza

Earnest Lawrence Piazza

Nov 24, 2020

Earnest Lawrence Piazza, 94, of Tontitown, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. He was born March 31, 1926 in Tontitown to Ben and Eda (Tomiello) Piazza. He served in the Army during WWII, was a plumber for 40 years, and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Tontitown. Earnest was a...

Elizabeth (Massanelli) Smith

Elizabeth (Massanelli) Smith

Nov 16, 2020

Elizabeth (Massanelli) Smith died November 16, 2020 in Springdale. She was born February 19, 1930 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Evo and Cesira Massanelli. She married J.W. Smith on June 12, 1949 and they cherished each other until his death in 2018. After raising their three children, Elizabeth had a long career in banking, working at Savers Bank and...

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