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.

Richard Craig Murr

Richard Craig Murr

May 13, 2019

Richard Craig Murr, 58, of Springdale, died Monday, May 13, 2019 at his home. He was born August 8, 1960, in Dallas, Texas, to R. C. and Gean Cousins Murr. Richard was a master electrician, the owner of Legacy Flooring Installation for over 30 years, and most recently a Flooring Consultant with Carpet One. He had a passion for...

Kona Lee Johnson

Kona Lee Johnson

May 10, 2019

Kona Lee Miller Johnson, 84, of Springdale, died Friday, May 10, 2019. She was born in Quemado, New Mexico on October 24, 1934, the daughter of Gipsy Owen and Jasper Miller. She resided in California, Huntsville, Johnson, and Springdale for the past 65 years. Kona loved her home and time with family and friends. She enjoyed flowers, reading, music...

Chase Aaron Barnett

Chase Aaron Barnett

May 8, 2019

Chase Aaron Barnett, 33, of Bethel Heights, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019. He was born February 4, 1986 in Mountain Home. Chase enjoyed riding his bike on area trails and spending time with his 3 dogs.

He is survived by his father, C.E. Barnett Jr.; one sister, Lindsey Barnett of Little Rock; grandparents, Claude Sr. and Glendeen...

David R. Fisher

David R. Fisher

May 6, 2019

David R. Fisher of Springdale, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2019, at the Veterans Health System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas, at the age of 71. David was born September 6, 1947, in Michigan City, Indiana. He was the son of Winford Roy Fisher and Virginia Elizabeth (Reed) Fisher.

David was united in marriage...

Bobby James Bowen

Bobby James Bowen

May 2, 2019

Bobby James Bowen, 71, of Springdale, died Thursday, May 2, 2019. He was born July 12, 1947 in Kingston to Orvind and Della May (Cook) Bowen. Bobby enjoyed hunting, fishing and racing cars. He was always willing to help others and devoted to his family.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Ingraham) Bowen; one son, Randy...

Alma Lillian Hartman

Alma Lillian Hartman

Apr 30, 2019

Alma Lillian Hartman, age 100 and lifelong Tontitown resident, died Tuesday, April 30, 2019. She was born January 20, 1919, in Tontitown to Joseph and Iginia Pianalto Cigainero.

Alma loved to fish, crochet, quilt, and take Sunday drives. She owned and operated both the Corner Caf and the Tontitown Caf. She faithfully supported church missions and made...

Sam Clinton Lazenby, Iii

Sam Clinton Lazenby, Iii

Apr 27, 2019

Sam Clinton Lazenby, III, age 73, of Springdale, died Saturday, April 27, 2019. He was born January 13, 1946 in Helena, Arkansas, to Sam Clinton, Jr. and Eltha Josephine Hall Lazenby.

Sam graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1969 with a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He married Brenda Jane Parsons that same year and...

Oletha Aileen Shuler

Oletha Aileen Shuler

Apr 11, 2019

Oletha Aileen Shuler, 91, of Fayetteville, died Thursday, April 11, 2019 at her home. She was born April 6, 1928 in Cave Springs to Claud and Emma Ford Fields.

Oletha graduated from Cave Springs High School and in August 1954 married James Shuler. He died in 1972 after almost 18 years of marriage. She gave her heart...

Gennie Vee Bradley

Gennie Vee Bradley

Mar 28, 2019

Gennie Vee Bradley, 89, of Springdale, died Thursday, March 28, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born November 6, 1929 in Castleford, Idaho to Floyd and Ella Mae (Walker) Griggs. Gennie was a member of Elmdale Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, George "Bill" Bradley; three children, Dewain Bradley...

Peggy Carolyn Swafford

Peggy Carolyn Swafford

Mar 27, 2019

Peggy Carolyn Swafford, 82, of Fayetteville, died Wednesday, March 27, 2019. She was born August 14, 1936 in St. Joe, Arkansas, to Floyd Benjamin and Ruth Caroline Russell Henley. Peggy's passion in life was being a caregiver to many people over the years. She was devoted to her family who also loved her very dearly, and was a charter...

David Phillip Dearman

David Phillip Dearman

Mar 24, 2019

David Phillip Dearman, age 66 and lifetime area resident, died Sunday, March 24, 2019. He was born October 7, 1952 in Springdale to Kenneth and Opal Louise (Ford) Dearman.

David, even as a child, dreamed of becoming a police officer. He worked his way through the ranks of the Rogers Police Department from 1974-1997 retiring as a...

Bryan Dean Delagardelle

Bryan Dean Delagardelle

Mar 20, 2019

Bryan Dean Delagardelle, 55, of Springdale, died Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at his home. He was born August 22, 1963 in Waterloo, Iowa to Arnold Leo and Eleanor Jean (Cook).

Bryan was a hard worker and played even harder. When his sons were young their house was where all the neighborhood kids wanted to hangout. Bryan was...

Kara Lea Shockley

Kara Lea Shockley

Mar 19, 2019

Kara Lea Shockley, 54, and lifetime Springdale resident, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born July 21, 1964 to James Hershel and Sybble Leanell (Zachary) Shockley.

Kara graduated from and worked at the Elizabeth Richardson Center in her younger years. She enjoyed coloring and latch-hook crafts, and was a huge Barbara...

Barbara Ann "Bobbie" Melton

Barbara Ann "Bobbie" Melton

Mar 14, 2019

Barbara Ann "Bobbie" Melton, 81, of Cave Springs, died Thursday, March 14, 2019.She was born February 21, 1938 in Idaville, Indiana to Arthur and Zelda (Kingery) French.

Bobbie enjoyed her animals, flower gardening and riding horses in her younger years.She loved spending time with her grandchildren and playing games with them. In her early years she worked...

Martha Joyce Darlene Disney

Martha Joyce Darlene Disney

Mar 5, 2019

Martha Joyce Darlene Disney, 79, of Springdale, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019. She was born September 12, 1939, in Bentonville to Joshua and Louise (Threat) Simpson.

Martha was a mother, servant, and teacher to all she met. She was a wonderful example of a wife and mother, and truly loved people. Martha established and organized for many...

Sandra Faye "Sandy" Roberson

Sandra Faye "Sandy" Roberson

Mar 4, 2019

Sandra Faye "Sandy" Roberson, 73, of Springdale, died Monday, March 4, 2019. She was born June 29, 1945 in Jacksonville, Florida to James and Ola Mae (Strickland) Parker.

Sandy worked as a certified nursing assistant throughout much of her life. She could be a little stubborn and ornery at times, but never met a stranger. She loved...

Francis Harry "Red" Berzley

Francis Harry "Red" Berzley

Mar 3, 2019

Francis Harry "Red" Berzley, 75, of Fayetteville, died Sunday, March 3, 2019. He was born February 2, 1944 in Allegan, Michigan to Francis Alfred and Maryellen (Oisten) Berzley.

Red was devoted to his family and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus over the years, making people smile, and was a huge train...

Willis Jones

Willis Jones

Feb 27, 2019

Willis Jones, 82, of Springdale, died Wednesday, February 27, 2019. He was born February 13, 1937 in Berryville to Edgar and Ellie (Smith) Jones. Willis was a diesel mechanic throughout his life and enjoyed fishing, camping and listening to good, old, country music.

He is survived by two sons, Dale Jones and wife Donna, Danny Jones and...

Benjamin "Ben" Perdew Jr.

Benjamin "Ben" Perdew Jr.

Feb 26, 2019

Benjamin "Ben" Perdew, Jr., 58, of Goshen, died Tuesday, February 26, 2019. He was born September 6, 1960 in Long Beach, California to Benjamin, Sr. and Veta (Lewis) Perdew.

Ben served in the Army and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was devoted to his family and was loved by all who knew him.

He is...

Roy Evans

Roy Evans

Feb 22, 2019

Roy Duane Evans, 64, of Springdale, died Friday, February 22, 2019 at Willard Walker Hospice in Fayetteville. He was born October 12, 1954 in Bakersfield, California. Roy loved playing baseball and softball throughout his life. He also enjoyed going to car shows and playing Texas Hold'em.

He is survived by two daughters, Tiffany Brooks and husband Marcus...

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