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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.

Rafael "Chato" Hurtado, Jr.

Rafael "Chato" Hurtado, Jr.

Sep 24, 2021

Rafael "Chato" Hurtado, Jr., age 36, of Springdale, died Thursday, September 24, 2021 at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, Arkansas.  He was born October 24, 1984 in Weslaco, Texas, to Rafael, Sr. and Felicitas (Vega) Hurtado.  Chato enjoyed watching movies, eating hot wings, driving on road trips and riding his motorcycle.  He worked hard at everything he did to provide for...

Audrey Ellen Dehart

Audrey Ellen Dehart

Sep 22, 2021

Audrey Ellen DeHart, 82, a native of Poughkeepsie New York who was residing in Springdale Arkansas with her daughter and family, passed away Wednesday, September 22, in Fayetteville. She was born February 14, 1939, in Poughkeepsie, New York the daughter of Stanley and Ellen Kelly Merritt. Audrey was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt showing them love,...

Mary Anne Thuma

Mary Anne Thuma

Sep 17, 2021

Mary Anne Thuma, 70, of Bella Vista, Arkansas passed away Friday September 17, in Rogers, she was born October 2, 1950, in Yale, Oklahoma the daughter of Ramie and Inez Hill Hancock. Mary worked for many years as a nurse for, Arkansas Department of Health, she enjoyed much of her time reading, sewing, and cooking for her...

William Lee Mcgarrah

William Lee Mcgarrah

Sep 16, 2021

William Lee McGarrah, 71, of Springdale, died Thursday, September 16, 2021.  He was born September 9, 1950 in Springdale to Lon Edward and Ruby Marie (Hite) McGarrah.  William was a car enthusiast, could repair or make just about anything, and enjoyed playing the guitar and gospel music.  He was highly respected in the flooring industry and owned and operated...

Dwight Alfred "Bid" Gilbert

Dwight Alfred "Bid" Gilbert

Sep 16, 2021

Dwight Alfred "Bid" Gilbert, 57 died Thursday, September 16, 2021, at his home in Elkins. He was born July 22, 1964, in Huntsville to William Alfred and Barbara Joann (Evans) Gilbert. He was a retired dump truck driver and in his spare time enjoyed riding his Harley, hanging out with family, cruising his Mustang convertible, and caring for...

Darleen Marie Lanham

Darleen Marie Lanham

Sep 14, 2021

Darleen Marie Lanham, 54, of Rogers passed away Tuesday in Bentonville, she was born July 5, 1967, in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Darleen married Charles Lanham September 20, 1986, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, she worked for many years with Sam's Club in Bentonville, and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and will be missed greatly by her family and friends....

Paula Lynn Schoonover

Paula Lynn Schoonover

Sep 12, 2021

Paula Lynn Schoonover, 53, of Greenland passed away Sunday at her home, she was born February 9, 1968, in Amarillo, Texas the daughter of Ronnie and Jo Wadley Murphy. Paula married James "Jake" Schoonover December 24, 1988, in Pampa, Texas, moving to Arkansas in 1991. She worked as an Optician Technician, and was on Greenland's School Board, Greenland's Planning...

Tammie Marie Rogers

Tammie Marie Rogers

Sep 9, 2021

Tammie Marie Rogers, 43, of Fayetteville, died Thursday, September 9, 2021.  She was born June 27, 1978, in Rogers.  Tammie loved all things Disney and enjoyed traveling.  Above all she was dedicated to taking care of others needs and providing support to her family, friends and community wherever she was able.

Tammie is...

Bonnie Ruth Vail

Bonnie Ruth Vail

Sep 5, 2021

Bonnie Ruth Everhart was born to Clinton Harrold Everhart and Frances Fern (Phares) Everhart on August 24, 1930, in Utica, Kansas. Bonnie died peacefully at her home in Fayetteville, on Sunday, September 5, 2021.

She was the oldest of six children. She had three brothers and two sisters. Her parents moved the family to Dodge City, Kansas, where Bonnie graduated from...

Marilynn "Judy" Judith Merryman

Marilynn "Judy" Judith Merryman

Sep 4, 2021

Marilynn (Judy) Judith Merryman, 79, of Springdale, Arkansas passed away Saturday in Springfield, Missouri, she was born July 22, 1942, in Norwalk, Connecticut the daughter of Charles and Dorothy Karp Levine. Judy retired from Arkansas Rehabilitation Services after over 35 years, she enjoyed bowling, painting, and volunteering her time at the American Legion in Rogers, what she loved more...

Otis Edward Wooten, Sr.

Otis Edward Wooten, Sr.

Aug 31, 2021

Otis Edward Wooten Sr., 69, passed away Tuesday in Rogers, Arkansas, Otis was born August 22, 1952, in Marvell, Arkansas the son of William and Hazel Brown Wooten. He served in the United States Army and in the Army National Guard Battery C 1/142 Field Artillery in Rogers, Otis enjoyed his time fishing, canoeing, rafting, riding his motorcycle, and...

Frank Page Butler

Frank Page Butler

Aug 22, 2021

Frank Page Butler, 69, of Springdale passed away Sunday August 22, at his home. He was born January 8, 1952, in Little Rock, Arkansas the son of Robert and Rosemary Page Butler. Frank retired from Fayetteville School District after 28 years teaching at Ramay Junior High, Frank married Carol Greer October 26, 2008, in West Fork, he was an...

Christina Elizabeth Jackson

Christina Elizabeth Jackson

Aug 22, 2021

Christina Elizabeth Jackson, age 73, passed into eternal life on Sunday, August 22 at the Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. She was born in Germany in 1948, the daughter of Henry and Marie Ellenberger, both deceased. The family was proud of being nationalized as American citizens, and Christina signed her own citizenship paper. Five Ellenbergers joined the American...

Franklin Royce Davis

Franklin Royce Davis

Aug 18, 2021

Franklin Royce Davis, 88, of Lowell, died Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Springdale. He was born February 10, 1933, in Green Forest to Saint Elmer and Linnie Stroud Davis. A visitation will begin 10 a.m. Monday, August 23, 2021, at Robinson Avenue Church of Christ in Springdale followed by a service at 11 a.m. Arrangements with Heritage Funeral Home....

Charles Elmer "Bo" Calico

Charles Elmer "Bo" Calico

Aug 15, 2021

Charles Elmer "Bo" Calico, 80, of Springdale, passed away August 15, 2021 at his home surrounded by family.

A drop-in memorial dinner will be Saturday, August 21, from 12-2 p.m. at the home, weather permitting.

Bo was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, one sister, and one daughter.

He is survived...

David Arthur Whittenburg

David Arthur Whittenburg

Aug 10, 2021

David Arthur Whittenburg, 66, died Tuesday, August 10, 2021, in Fayetteville. He was born March 17, 1955, in Springdale to John Elgin and Mary Estaleen Hayes Whittenburg. David was deeply devoted to his family. He enjoyed cooking, farming, and mechanic work. David was a volunteer fire fighter for the Elkins and Goshen communities. He also made sure...

Ray Rutledge

Ray Rutledge

Aug 5, 2021

Archie Ray Rutledge, 66, of Springdale, died Thursday, August 5, 2021 at his home.  He was born November 20, 1954 in Salisbury, North Carolina to Archie Ray, Sr. and Annie Louise (Beaver) Butts.

Ray graduated from Wynne High School in 1973 and then enlisted in the Navy where he served six years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and...

Ruth Elaine Counts

Ruth Elaine Counts

Aug 3, 2021

Ruth Elaine Counts, 74 of Deer, Arkansas passed away Tuesday in Harrison, Ruth was born January 16, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas the daughter of Hughlon and Esther Cundiff DeFore. Ruth married Bill Counts April 23, 1966, being a devoted Pastor's wife for 54 years. She was a member of Deer Baptist Church, enjoyed singing, playing the piano, sewing, quilting,...

David "Adam" Arnold

David "Adam" Arnold

Aug 2, 2021

David "Adam" Arnold, 46, died Monday, August 2, 2021, in Springdale. He was born June 6, 1975, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to David Glen Arnold and Rogene Swake. Adam always wanted to be remembered by the impact he made in the lives of others. He had a selfless passion to help those in need. Adam was loving and protective over...

Suzanne Machelle Graham

Suzanne Machelle Graham

Jul 31, 2021

Suzanne Machelle Graham, 56, of Hindsville passed away peacefully Saturday, July 31, in Springdale. She was born December 18, 1964, in Springdale to Eldon and Audry Bagwell of Hindsville. Suzanne was the director of the Dazzling Diamonds Chorus, a coach for the AIM Trap Team, and a longtime member of Huntsville Freewill Baptist Church. She enjoyed sporting clays and...

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