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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.

John Eugene Thielemier

John Eugene Thielemier

Nov 8, 2020

John Eugene Thielemier, 60, of Fayeteville, died Sunday, November 8, 2020. He was born October 27, 1960, in Pocahontas to Robert and Mary Walker Thielemier. John was a loving foster parent and a local leader for the Boy Scouts of America. He loved the outdoors and often enjoyed hunting, raising livestock, and gardening.

John is survived by...

Maxine Kay Evers

Maxine Kay Evers

Nov 2, 2020

Maxine Kay Evers, 72, of Springdale, died Monday, November 2, 2020. She was born January 4, 1948, in Cordell, Oklahoma, to Edgar and Mamie Dyck Schmidt. For the first four years of her life, Maxine and her parents lived in Corn, Oklahoma, then moved to Bessie. She was raised on the farm and helped with cattle, field work, chickens,...

Jeanette Buchanan

Jeanette Buchanan

Oct 26, 2020

Jeanette Marie Buchanan, 88, of Springdale, died Monday, October 26, 2020.She was born May 12, 1932 in Austin, Minnesota to Roy and Gertrude (Johnson) Mattson.Jeanette was an accomplished tole painter and especially known for her art in the Wichita, Kansas area. Above all she was a wonderful wife and mother.

She is survived by her husband of...

Ana Lisa Albright

Ana Lisa Albright

Oct 19, 2020

Ana-Lisa Albright, age 40, died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, October 19, 2020 at 11:11 PM. Lisa was born at home on May 18, 1980, in Hot Springs, Arkansas to David and Kari Albright. She graduated from Oden High School in 1998 and The Art Institute of Dallas in 2000. Lisa's artistic talent, creative genius,...

Donald K. Marts

Donald K. Marts

Oct 16, 2020

Donald K. Marts, 91, of Springdale died Oct. 16, 2020, after a short illness. Born October 21, 1928, at Cimmaron, KS, son of Tom (Thomas Harold) and Juanita (Juanita Ethel Deck) Marts of Ozark, Arkansas. He graduated from Watonga, OK high school, then studied at The College of the Ozarks at Clarksville, Arkansas for two years. While at CofO...

Derek Thomas Mckinley

Derek Thomas Mckinley

Oct 11, 2020

Derek Thomas McKinley, 33, died Sunday, October 11, 2020, in Fayetteville. Derek was born May 23, 1987, in Springdale, Arkansas, to Thomas Otto and Karla Michelle Ardemagni McKinley. Derek was a loving father and a devoted husband. He often would take his sons fishing for hours and then come home to play barbies with his daughter. This selfless attitude...

Hazel Johnson

Hazel Johnson

Oct 10, 2020

Hazel Olene Johnson, 82, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, died Saturday, October 10, 2020 at her sister's home in the Hickory Creek area after a lengthy illness. She was born February 18, 1938 in Swifton, Arkansas to Clifford Charles and Evelyn June (Riden) Jones.

Hazel was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas "J.T." Johnson in 2018, a...

Lucy Barbara Pianalto

Lucy Barbara Pianalto

Oct 8, 2020

Lucy Barbara Pianalto, 93, of Tontitown, died Thursday, October 8, 2020. She was born June 19, 1927 in Tontitown to John and Theresa (Zulpo) Franco. She worked alongside her husband farming and enjoyed crocheting and embroidery in her free time. Lucy especially loved spending time with her grand and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her...

Robert "Bob" Elmer

Robert "Bob" Elmer

Oct 5, 2020

Robert "Bob" Elmer passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020. He was born on February 7, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles Elmer and Ruby Dixon Elmer.

Bob attended Springdale High School and married Helen Sigmon in 1957. He was a graduate of the University of Arkansas, and over the years worked at Jones Truck Lines,...

June Ann Kuhlmann

June Ann Kuhlmann

Sep 29, 2020

June Ann Kuhlmann, 71, ofOmaha, Nebraska, died Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at her daughter's home in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born June 6, 1949 in (Denison) Iowa to Herbert and Maxine (Koch) Namanny. June was affectionately known as "Jello-Shot June" and had a fun-loving, adventurous spirit. She was a mom to many over the years. She always thought of...

Loraine M. Monroe

Loraine M. Monroe

Sep 24, 2020

Loraine M. " Mamo" Monroe, 96, died Thursday, September 24, 2020. She was born August 14, 1924, in Nogales, Arizona, to Raul Antonio and Maria Guadalupe Morineau Campillo. Loraine loved people, most especially her family. She was kind, hospitable, and full of bright energy. Loraine enjoyed baking, cooking, and entertaining. She was a member of many bridge clubs, past...

Gene Stapleton

Gene Stapleton

Sep 23, 2020

Gene Stapleton, 79, of Lowell, died Wednesday, September 23, 2020. He was born January 30, 1941 in Mission, Texas, to Haskell and Oran Wanda (Bailey) Stapleton.

A graveside service will be 3 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 2020 at Phillips Cemetery near Cave Springs.

Jill Lynn Traster

Jill Lynn Traster

Sep 16, 2020

Jill Lynn Traster, 58, died Wednesday, September 16, 2020, in Springdale. She was born April 25, 1962, in Dearborn, Michigan, to Virgil Leroy Pete and Viola Elizabeth Bobbie Traster. She graduated Prue High School in 1980 and was employed with Cracker Barrel and Sandsprings Leader Newspaper most of her adult life. Jill was deeply devoted to her family and her...

Billy James Lundy

Billy James Lundy

Sep 13, 2020

Billy James Lundy, 88, of Elm Springs, died Sunday, September 13, 2020. He was born February 22, 1932, in Busch, Arkansas, to Orville James and Ruby Robinette Lundy. Billy was a mechanic, carpenter, and avid gardener. He was a decorated Korean War veteran. Billy is survived by one son, James Lundy, of Elm Springs; one daughter, Pam Frank, of...

John Marvin Brodbeck

John Marvin Brodbeck

Aug 15, 2020

John Marvin Brodbeck, age 85 of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away on August 15, 2020, at Washington Regional Medical Center from heart failure. John was born on November 2, 1934, in Swanton, Ohio, to parents Oral and Ernest Brodbeck. He was raised in a three-bedroom farmhouse with his parents and six siblings. John learned at an early age the impact...

Theodore "Buddy" Curry

Theodore "Buddy" Curry

Aug 13, 2020

Theodore "Buddy" Curry, 67, of Johnson, died August 13, 2020 at his home. He was born December 3, 1952 in Fayetteville to Wilbert and Lavona Raines Curry.

Buddy owned and operated a car lot for many years and served as mayor of Johnson for 3 years. After retirement he enjoyed restoring old cars. In his earlier years...

Elda Kaye Stockton

Elda Kaye Stockton

Aug 12, 2020

Elda Kaye Stockton, 68, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at her home in Tontitown. She was born September 19, 1951, in Newport, Arkansas, to Clifford Charles and Evelyn June Ridens Jones. She loved fishing, traveling, especially to casinos, and attending family functions. She was instrumental in starting the first soccer league in Northwest Arkansas and was a member of...

Verna Marie Morgan

Verna Marie Morgan

Jul 27, 2020

Verna Marie Morgan, 73, of Springdale, died Monday, July 27, 2020 at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born June 17, 1947 in Fayetteville to George and Mamie (Purdue) Harrison.

A graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 4, at Sunset Cemetery in Winslow.

Ken H. Ray

Ken H. Ray

Jul 25, 2020

Ken H. Ray, 78, of Springdale, died Saturday, July 25, 2020, at home. He was born February 25, 1942, in Horatio, Arkansas, to Hugh and Abby Ray. Ken graduated from DeQueen High School in 1960, where he was a member of the football team. He was a Boy Scout; earning many merit badges, and served as a Scout leader...

Robert Charles Johnson

Robert Charles Johnson

Jul 22, 2020

Robert Charles Johnson, 65, died Wedneday, July 22, 2020, in Springdale. He was born April 17, 1955, in Sacramento, California, to Raymond Carter and Hildagarde Desine Miller Johnson. Robert is survived by his loving wife Paula; three daughters, Sarah Martinez and husband Jesus II of Bentonville, Catherine Johnson of Tennessee, and Jeannette Johnson of Springdale; one son, William Johnson...

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