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.

Helen Louise Sprague

Helen Louise Sprague

May 16, 2021

Helen Louise Sprague, 86, of Springdale passed away Sunday May 16, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. She was born September 9, 1934 in Eureka Springs the daughter of Leonard and Gertrude (Hall) White. Helen enjoyed dancing with her husband Bob, bowling, a devoted mother raising eight children and loved to spend time and joy with her grandchildren....

Marie Lookingbill

Marie Lookingbill

May 16, 2021

Marie Lookingbill, 88, of Springdale, died Sunday, May 16, 2021.  She was born May 1, 1933 in Bayfield, Colorado to Jacob Holland and Florence Edna (Landreth) Miller.

Marie taught science at Central Junior High School for 35 years and was longtime member of Elmdale Baptist Church.  She volunteered at the church's library and the Northwest Medical Center...

Jo Ann Clark

Jo Ann Clark

May 15, 2021

Jo Ann Clark, 88, of Seligman, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 in Cassville, Missouri.

She was born October 26, 1932 in Oilton, Oklahoma to parents George and Elois (Castle) Moran.  She retired from Emerson Electric, but continued working for RTW for many years.  She enjoyed reading, mowing her grass, and spending time with her family. ...

Glendoris Irene Hauber

Glendoris Irene Hauber

May 13, 2021

Glendoris Irene "Gleni" Hauber, 79, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died Thursday, May 13, 2021 in Springdale following a brief illness.  She was born May 1, 1942 in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin to Leo and Janet (Smith) Hauber.

Gleni was raised in the Quad Cities of eastern Iowa.  With the loss of her father and brother at an early age, she learned the values...

Kimberly Fedosky Brinson

Kimberly Fedosky Brinson

May 10, 2021

Kimberly Fedosky Brinson, 59, of Elkins, died 10am, May 10, 2021 at her home following an extended illness.  She was born October 5, 1961 in Manhattan, Kansas to Edward and Virginia (Eubank) Fedosky.

Kim grew up alongside the swimming pool that she helped her family build, and worked there as an instructor, until leaving for university.  She...

Cessna Ray Seyer

Cessna Ray Seyer

May 6, 2021

Cessna Ray Seyer, 39, went home to be with the Lord May 6, 2021, at his home in Fayetteville. He was born March 21, 1982, in Fayetteville to Cyndee and Marvin Byrd. He met the love of his life, LaVonna, July 28, and three short weeks later, on August 15, 2005, they were married. They enjoyed 16 wonderful years...

Jeffery Glen Shields

Jeffery Glen Shields

May 6, 2021

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 2:00 PM at St. Raphael Catholic Church in Springdale, Arkansas for Jeffery Glen Shields, 62, who passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at his home in Springdale, Arkansas. He leaves to cherish his memory, two sons, Jonathon Shields and his wife Sheena and their children Kambria...

Traill Wade Rogers

Traill Wade Rogers

Apr 12, 2021

Traill Wade Rogers, 47, of Springdale, died Monday, April 12, 2021, at his home.  He was born September 2, 1973 in Fayetteville to John and Patricia (Joyner) Rogers.  In addition to his father he is survived by a sister,  Jonna Rogers.

A visitation is planned for a later date at Heritage Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions...

Elaine Jean Kadow

Elaine Jean Kadow

Apr 9, 2021

Elaine Jean Kadow, 84, of Springdale, died Friday, April 9, 2021. She was born September 10, 1936, in Elmhurst, New York, to Eugene and Mary (Chako) Horvath.  She was the beloved wife of the late Casimir Kadow.

Elaine is survived by five children, Lawrence Kadow of Lowell, Mary Forrest and husband Steven of Springdale, Ellen Wooldridge and...

Elden Newton Alexander Jr.

Elden Newton Alexander Jr.

Apr 6, 2021

Elden Newton Alexander Jr., 61, of Springdale passed away Wednesday April 6, 2021 in Springdale, he was born August 15, 1959 in Downey, California the son of Elden and Paralee Pyle Alexander.

Elden is preceded in death by his father and one sister. He is survived by his mother Paralee Alexander of Springdale, four daughters Kelly Scoville,...

Kendall Burr Wilson

Kendall Burr Wilson

Apr 3, 2021

Kendall Burr Wilson, 81, of Springdale, died Saturday, April 3, 2021. He was born December 10, 1939 in Metalton to Jesse Calude and Eva Lucille (Gage) Wilson.  Kendall served in the Army and worked as a diesel mechanic throughout his life.  He was an avid car racing fan, enjoyed fishing, and always had something to tinker on.

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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...

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