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.

Patrick Eugene "Pat" Mallatt

Patrick Eugene "Pat" Mallatt

Aug 4, 2018

Patrick E. Mallatt, 88, passed away after a long illness on August 4th, 2018, at the home of his daughter, Ann, who was by his side, and son-in-law, Mark Killenbeck, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Pat was born September 12, 1929 in Hartington, Nebraska to the late Dale and Marie (Uhing) Mallatt. He spent his early life in Wynot, Nebraska, and...

Larry Lynn Owen

Larry Lynn Owen

Jul 28, 2018

Larry Lynn Owen, 61, of Greenwood, died July 28, 2018. He was born November 10, 1956 in Ft. Smith to Claude Lee and Helen Marie (Trimble) Owen. He was a successful car fabricator specializing in modern and classic restorations. He was also a respected music promoter who assisted many acts as they gained prominence.

Larry owned Quarter...

Jerry Polston

Jerry Polston

Jul 24, 2018

Jerry Polston, 78, of Springdale, died Tuesday, July 24, 2018. He was born September 4, 1939 in Saffell, Arkansas to Thurman Edgar and Retha Gertrude Jarrett Polston. Jerry was a carpenter throughout his life. He married Verlon Louise Mullen on October 22, 1956 in Jonesboro. He was the lead singer with the Gospel String Quartet and a longtime member...

Mildred Lillian Christman

Mildred Lillian Christman

Jul 10, 2018

Mildred Lillian Christman, 88, of Hindsville, died Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at her home. She was born August 3, 1929 in Polson, Montana to Jacob and Gertrude Breckman Jesser. Mildred loved to sing to the Lord. She was a lifelong Southern Baptist and attended church in Goshen. Mildred enjoyed farming with her husband and hunting and camping together.

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Kenneth Orval Pennel

Kenneth Orval Pennel

Jul 9, 2018

Kenneth Orval Pennel, 93, of Springdale, died Monday, July 9, 2018 at his daughter's home in Vanleer, Tennessee. He was born November 18, 1924 in Morrow to Elber Garfield and Lela Ann Abshier Pennel, the youngest of eight children. Kenneth served in the Arym during WWII. He was a faithful Christian and attended Robinson Avenue Church of Christ.

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Jd Kelley

Jd Kelley

Jun 30, 2018

JD Kelley, 80, of Westville, Oklahoma, died Saturday, June 30, 2018. He was born May 30, 1938 in Ludlow, Oklahoma to Jeff and Mamie (Watkins) Kelley.

Graveside service was Thursday, July 5, at New Hope Cemetery in Chewey, Oklahoma.

Peter Jimenez

Peter Jimenez

Jun 20, 2018

Peter Jimenez, 89, passed away on June 20, 2018 at his home in Rogers. Peter was born in New York on March 10, 1929 to Pedro and Amelia Soler Jimenez. He was a long time resident of Roxbury, New Jersey, having grown up in the Bronx. Peter was a devoted family man who enjoyed watching old movies and his...

Russell Loren "Russ" Killen

Russell Loren "Russ" Killen

Jun 18, 2018

Russell Loren "Russ" Killen, 60, of Springdale, died Monday, June 18, 2018 at Circle of Life Hospice. He was born January 26, 1958 in Hobbs, New Mexico to Horace Ward Killen and Thelma (Myer) Killen Norman. Russ enjoyed working on his Mustang and he loved Nascar. He was the type of person that would give anyone the shirt off...

Kahlyn Ryleigh Crowe

Kahlyn Ryleigh Crowe

Jun 17, 2018

Kahlyn Ryleigh Crowe, 9, of Springdale, died Sunday, June 17, 2018. She was born November 7, 2009 in Fayetteville. Kahlyn was a very good artist, loved animals, and was a student at Walker Elementary. She hoped to be a veterinarian when she grew up.

She is survived by her mother, Sabrina (Butcher) Clark and husband Nathaniel; her...

Marty Wilfred Brown

Marty Wilfred Brown

Jun 13, 2018

Marty Wilfred Brown, 54, of Springdale, died June 13, 2018 in Springdale. He was born July 7, 1963 to Wilford Edmund and Helen Fay Carroll Brown.

Marty is survived by his wife, Janice Loretha Brown; one son, Derek Mounce and wife of Springdale; two daughters, Brittany Brown of Springdale, Cindi Mounce-Green and husband of Fayetteville; and one...

Jerry Ausburn

Jerry Ausburn

Jun 13, 2018

Jerry Ausburn, of Springdale, was born in Carrollton, Kentucky on February 2, 1941, and passed away June 13, 2018 with family by his side. He served in the Air Force and was a successful store manager for Walmart. He later opened his own business, Auvan Business Brokers. Jerry loved time at the lake and was happiest traveling with his...

Sylvia Lynn Isley

Sylvia Lynn Isley

Jun 7, 2018

Sylvia Lynn Isley, 58, of Harrison, died Thursday, June 7, 2018. She was born June 22, 1959 in Springdale to the late Dale Addison and Virginia Lee Stewart Vaughan. Sylvia was in car sales most of her life, she was a Baptist and always had a beautiful smile. Her grandchildren were the light of her life and she loved...

Roy Donald Chapman,Jr.

Roy Donald Chapman,Jr.

Jun 5, 2018

Roy Donald Chapman, Jr., 70, of Cave Springs, died Tuesday, June 5, 2018 in Tulsa. He was born June 6, 1947 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Roy Donald, Sr. and Gladys Lillian (Volz) Chapman. Roy loved talking and laughing with people and was an HVAC repairman throughout his life.

He is survived by his wife, Billie (Sams) Chapman;...

Joseph Woodfred Smith

Joseph Woodfred Smith

Jun 5, 2018

Joseph Woodfred Smith, 90, of Springdale, died Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at his home. He was born January 12, 1928 in Monticello to James William and Rachael Beasley Smith, the youngest of 17 children.

Joseph served in the Navy during WWII. He owned and operated J.W. Smith Television in Pine Bluff for over 40 years. He was...

Bryson "Grady" Welch

Bryson "Grady" Welch

May 13, 2018

Bryson "Grady" Welch, 10, of Springdale, died Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock. He was born August 22, 2007 in Crestview, Florida. Grady was a 4th grade student at Shaw Elementary School.

Grady was a one of a kind person. He either liked you or he didn't. If he did, his smile...

Virginia Ann Chappell

Virginia Ann Chappell

Jan 27, 2018

Virginia Ann Chappell, 58, died Sunday, January 27, 2018 at her home in Springdale. She was born September 29, 1960 in Phoenix, Arizona to Earl Robert, Jr. and Shirley Jewel (Sanders) Cummings.

Virginia dedicated her life to caring for others. She was a full-time caregiver to her daughter, Jennifer, and often put the needs of family and...

Joseph John "Roll" Doherty

Joseph John "Roll" Doherty

Jan 11, 2018

Joseph John "Roll" Doherty, 96, died Thursday, January 11, 2018 at his home in Fayetteville. He was born August 23, 1921 in the Bronx, New York and was raised in an orphanage from the age of 4 after his mother, Mary, died. He worked with the CCC during the depression building camps and cabins, and then enlisted in the...

Richard Lee "Rick" Harmon

Richard Lee "Rick" Harmon

Jan 2, 2018

Richard Lee "Rick" Harmon, 60, of Lowell, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018. He was born June 15, 1957 in Santa Paula, California to Leamon "Lee" and Nellie McKinney Harmon. Rick loved to his grandchildren, hunting and playing pranks. He was a hard worker and just a good man.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 40...

Teresa Ann Ratliff Bartholomew

Teresa Ann Ratliff Bartholomew

Dec 29, 2017

Teresa Ann Ratliff Bartholomew, 57, of Rogers, died Friday, December 29, 2017. She was born September 16, 1960 in Springdale to W.E. and Robbie Sandlin Ratliff. Teresa loved life, was devoted to her family, and enjoyed singing.

She is survived by her loving husband, Brad Bartholomew; two sons, Clint Ratliff (Tammy) and his children, Samantha and Zachory,...

Herman Lee Sisemore

Herman Lee Sisemore

Dec 22, 2017

Herman Lee Sisemore, 84, of Springdale, died Friday, December 22, 2017. He was born July 22, 1933 in the Hazel Valley community to Earl and Bethel (Stout) Sisemore.

Herman was a very active member of Robinson Avenue Church of Christ where he served as a deacon, was involved in many aspects of the bus ministry, and served...

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