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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 Patton

Robert Patton

Dec 21, 2019

Robert Patton, age 88, died December 21, 2019 at Circle of Life hospice after a long struggle with Parkinson's.

Robert was born October 31, 1931 in Fallsville, Arkansas and spent his boyhood in the woods of Northwest Arkansas.His natural curiosity fueled a desire to explore and learn, which lasted his entire life.As a youth, his activities included...

Zella Nadine Davenport

Zella Nadine Davenport

Dec 17, 2019

Zella Nadine Davenport, 83, of Springdale, died Tuesday, December 17, 2019. She was born December 29, 1935 in Ball Creek to John Jerry and Ettie (Edens) Burnett. Zella enjoyed gardening, canning vegetables and cooking for her family. She was a member of the Church of Christ and for many years attended the Farmington congregation where she especially enjoyed teaching...

Joseph "Joey" Hancock

Joseph "Joey" Hancock

Dec 15, 2019

Joseph Eugene "Joey" Hancock, 48, of Springdale passed away Sunday December 15, 2019. Joey was born August 29, 1971 in Springdale the son of Ralph Hancock Jr. and Faye Marie Griffith Hancock.

He is survived by three sons; Aaron Hancock, Brandon Hancock of Springdale, Harley Hancock of Huntsville; two daughters Noel Hancock, Sunshine Hancock of Huntsville; two...

Juan Carlos Marroquin Garcia

Juan Carlos Marroquin Garcia

Dec 11, 2019

Juan Carlos Marroquin Garcia, 45, died December 11, 2019, at his home in Springdale surrounded by his loving family. Juan was born January 22, 1974, in Guatemala, to Venancio and Lorenza de Jesus Garcia Marroquin.

A visitation will 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, December 13, at the funeral home with a prayer service at 5. A graveside...

Rodney Allen Pianalto

Rodney Allen Pianalto

Nov 28, 2019

Rodney Allen Pianalto, 59, of Cassville, Missouri, died Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. He was born April 18, 1960 in Springdale and loved his work with Reliable Poultry where he was a salesman. Rodney enjoyed camping and trout fishing, telling jokes and making people laugh. Above all he was devoted to his family....

Michael Sadnavitch

Michael Sadnavitch

Nov 20, 2019

Michael Sadnavitch passed away November 20, 2019 at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. He was born in Pittsburgh, Kansas on December 1, 1958 to Dr. Joseph and Joan Sadnavitch.

Survived by his sister Theresa Blair (Frank) of Little Rock; his brother David Sadnavitch (Susie) of Frederick, Maryland; nephews and niece Scott Blair, Matt, Joey and Katie Sadnavitch;...

James Almoth "Jimmy" Hill

James Almoth "Jimmy" Hill

Nov 19, 2019

James Almoth "Jimmy" Hill, 82, of Springdale, Arkansas died Tuesday, November 19, 2019. He was born February 21, 1937, in Helena, Arkansas, to Maurice Edward and Dorothy Alice Cooke Hill. He grew up on a hill on Stringtown Road picking the guitar and harassing relatives and the likes of Harold Jenkins, AKA Conway Twitty. He began working at an...

Sandra Yvonne Williams

Sandra Yvonne Williams

Nov 12, 2019

Sandra Yvonne Williams, 57, of Springdale, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at her home. She was born November 5, 1962 in Springdale. Sandra was passionately devoted to her children. She loved to read absolutely everything, paint and stroll in her backyard. She always had an ear to lend and was abundantly accepting of others.

Sandra was preceded...

Mary Lou Mosquera

Mary Lou Mosquera

Nov 4, 2019

Mary Lou Mosquera, 85, of Fayetteville, died Monday, November 4, 2019. She was born October 22, 1934, in Fayetteville, to Louis and Lillian Doss Center. Mary was deeply devoted to her family and God. She enjoyed spending time with her family, watching television, cooking, and was a talented gardener.

She is survived by four daughters, Linda Lou...

George William "Bill" Bradley

George William "Bill" Bradley

Oct 20, 2019

George William "Bill" Bradley, 91, of Springdale, died Sunday, October 20, 2019, at VA palliative care in Fayetteville. He was born June 27, 1928, in Salus, Johnson County, to Frank and Grace (Thomas) Bradley.

Bill was a member of Elmdale Baptist Church and American Legion Post 139, of Springdale. He served in the Air Force during World War II as a...

Christopher Lynn Bayley

Christopher Lynn Bayley

Oct 16, 2019

Christopher Lynn "Chris" Bayley, 38, of Springdale, died Wednesday, October 16, 2019, in Bella Vista. He was born December 14, 1980 in Springdale. Chris loved his children and enjoyed watching and playing sports, especially basketball.

Chris is survived by five daughters, Brooklynn, Christia, Jordan, Allison, and Alyssa Bayley; parents, Ricky Bayley and Lisa and Scott Griffith; one...

Alice Marie Clark

Alice Marie Clark

Oct 13, 2019

Alice Marie Clark, 70, of Fayetteville, died Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. She was born November 25, 1948 in Oakland, California to Richard and Dorothy Reichert Arnold. Alice lived life to the fullest, loved to dance, and was devoted to her family.

She is survived by three children, Kathleen Petty (John),...

Robert Earl "Bob" Baker

Robert Earl "Bob" Baker

Oct 11, 2019

Robert Earl "Bob" Baker passed away on Friday, October 11, 2019, in Springdale. He was born December 7, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa and married Reba Ann Baker, from Springdale, on June 9, 1979.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Cecil Baker of Des Moines, Iowa, and one sister, Dorothy Johnson of Ames,...

Joseph Whitfield "Joe" England

Joseph Whitfield "Joe" England

Oct 5, 2019

Joseph Whitfield "Joe" England, 86, of Springdale, and former longtime Blytheville resident, died October 5, 2019. He was born July 15, 1933, in Enville, Tennessee, to Otis and Vera Moore England. Joe served in the Army during the Korean War. He was active in both the VFW and the Hardy American Legion Post 336, and served as a former...

Charles Avner Young

Charles Avner Young

Oct 4, 2019

Charles Avner Young, 76, of Springdale, died Friday, October 4, 2019, at Circle of Life at Legacy Village in Bentonville. He was born August 9, 1943, in Wichita, Kansas, to Farrell Edward "Bo" and Lavenia Evelyn Jackson Young.

Charles served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He later retired from Ball Canning Co. He enjoyed spending...

James Tommy "Tom" Blevins

James Tommy "Tom" Blevins

Sep 25, 2019

James Tommy "Tom" Blevins, 84, of Springdale, died Wednesday, September 25, 2019. He was born October 3, 1934 in Nixa, Missouri to James Lonus and Julia Mae (Littles) Blevins. Tom enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing and RVing. He was involved in mission work and was a former officer of Campers On Mission and active with Caring Ministries of Tucson, Arizona....

George P. Green, Iv

George P. Green, Iv

Sep 24, 2019

George P. Green IV, 68, of Hindsville, died Tuesday, September 24, 2019. He was born January 10, 1951 in Prairie Grove to George and Geneva (Morrow) Green. George had a full life loving his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Linda; five children, Jenna Dickey and husband Dave, Jill Brightwell and husband David, Jaime Green,...

Dale Forbes

Dale Forbes

Sep 19, 2019

Dale Forbes, age 70, went to be with his Lord and Savior September 19, 2019. Born October 5, 1948 in Memphis, TN to Casey Hendrix Forbes and Nancy Turnage Forbes.

He grew up in Springdale, where he graduated in 1966. Dale attended the University of Arkansas where he studied music and communication. He was a member of...

Justin Lynn Richardson

Justin Lynn Richardson

Sep 19, 2019

Justin Lynn Richardson, 45, died Thursday, September 19, 2019, at his home in Fayetteville surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 24, 1973, in Springdale to Herb and Violet Richardson. Justin was a car enthusiast. He enjoyed fishing and trips to the beach with his family. Justin loved his dog, Bleu, and was deeply devoted to his...

Jerome Wiley Fantinel

Jerome Wiley Fantinel

Sep 14, 2019

Jerome Wiley Fantinel, 70, of Springdale, died Saturday, September 14, 2019. He was born September 16, 1948, in Tontitown to Charles and Louise Jones Fantinel.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; eight children, Jerry Fantinel and wife Jennifer, Jim Fantinel and wife Tammy, Whitney Fantinel, Megan Fantinel, Daniel Fantinel, Teri Taylor and husband Mike, Wendy Nowlin,...

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