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.

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...

Bob Gene Donohew

Bob Gene Donohew

Feb 16, 2019

Bob Gene Donohew, 83, of Springdale, died Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice. He was born February 8, 1936 in Sulphur Springs to John and Martha (Owens) Donohew. Bob was a hard worker and a talented woodcrafter. He enjoyed collecting and restoring antiques, watching old TV shows and westerns and music. He especially loved time with...

Darrel Wayne Mcgarrah

Darrel Wayne Mcgarrah

Feb 15, 2019

Darrel Wayne McGarrah, 62, of Fayetteville, died Friday, February 15, 2019. He was born July 26, 1956 in Springdale to Leslie Glen and Leona Fay (Kupka) McGarrah. Darrel served in the Air Force and was a diesel mechanic throughout his life. He was a quiet, simple man and enjoyed fishing.

He is survived by two children, Angela...

Peter Atherton "Pete" Bowers

Peter Atherton "Pete" Bowers

Feb 10, 2019

Peter Atherton Bowers passed away Sunday, February 10, 2019. Peter was born August 26, 1947 in Cordova, Alaska. His family moved to Chico, California when he was a child and he remained in the area, making his home in Oroville until 2006, when he and his wife, Lynda, relocated to Arkansas.

Pete was well loved by everyone...

James "Curtis" Mitchell

James "Curtis" Mitchell

Feb 8, 2019

James "Curtis" Mitchell, 71, of Bentonville, died Friday, February 8, 2019. He was born January 18, 1948 in Tulia, Texas to O.W. "Slim" and Bonnie (James) Mitchell.

Curtis served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed woodworking and mechanic work, especially on hotrod trucks. Curtis was a great story teller. He farmed in...

Herbert Haskell "Herb" Allen

Herbert Haskell "Herb" Allen

Feb 7, 2019

Herbert Haskell "Herb" Allen, 77, of Springdale, died Thursday, February 7, 2019. He was born December 29, 1941 in Slayden, Mississippi to John Henry "Peck" and Emma Mae (Bolden) Allen.

Herb moved to the area in 1994 and was an active member of Fellowship Bible Church. He, together with friend and partner, operated Catering Unlimited since 2002....

Lacey Deanna Wake

Lacey Deanna Wake

Feb 5, 2019

Lacey Deanna Wake, 36, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at Baptist Health Hospital in Little Rock. She was born September 29, 1982, in Marianna to Lori Ann and Oatis Angelo Wake Jr.

Lacey was a creative, artistic person. During her life she enjoyed writing and creating various art pieces. She also had a love for music....

Johnnie Lee "John" Arnold

Johnnie Lee "John" Arnold

Feb 5, 2019

Johnnie Lee "John" Arnold, 65, of Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale surrounded by his loving family. A beloved father, ole', husband, son, uncle, and friend, he is deeply loved and will be greatly missed. He was born December 26, 1953 in Prairie Grove to John Calvin "Jake" and Wanda Mae...

Geneva "Christine" Bowers

Geneva "Christine" Bowers

Feb 2, 2019

Geneva "Christine" Bowers, 75, of Farmington, died Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born October 11, 1943 in Fayetteville to Chester and Lena (Jones) Holland. Christine was a talented oil painter. She enjoyed traveling and time on the beach in Florida.

She is survived by her husband, Eddy Bowers; five children, Casey...

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