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.
Isao Aliksa Mongkeya
Apr 15, 2025
Isao Mongkeya, age 18 passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Busby Montana. He was born on June 25, 2006 in Dallas, Texas to Lina Hesbi and Likiak Mongkeya. After graduating from high school, Isao got into music.
Funeral services begin Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the Marshallesse Full Gospel Church in Springdale. Graveside services are...
James Milton Jerwan
Apr 15, 2025
James Jerwan, age 21 passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Busby, Montana. He was born on December 30, 2003 in Johnson, Arkansas to Jelma Lewis and Huston Jerwan. After graduating from high school, James start working as a wind technician.
Funeral services began 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Marshallesse Full Gospel Church in Springdale. ...
Mary Nell Dodd
Apr 15, 2025
Mary Nell Dodd, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at her residence. Born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Faye Kesterson Dawes and Clyde Lee Dawes, Sr. A proud graduate of Dollarway High School in Pine Bluff, Mary Nell went on to attend Arkansas State...
Isa'Na Mongkeya
Apr 15, 2025
Isa'na Mongkeya, six months old passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Busby, Montana. She was born on October 11, 2024 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to Malina Botta and the late Isao Mongkeya.
Funeral services began 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the Marshallesse Full Gospel Church in Springdale. Graveside service will be 2:00 Saturday, May 10,...
Jovani Miranda
Apr 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jovani Miranda, age 16, of Springdale, Arkansas. Jovani was tragically taken from us on April 12, 2025, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. He was born on June 4, 2008, in Johnson, Arkansas, a beloved son of Sabino and Patricia (Martinez) Miranda. Jovani Miranda, son of Patricia &...
Barbara Helen Jones
Mar 27, 2025
Barbara Jones age 95 of Springdale died peacefully at home on March 27, 2025 surrounded by her family.
When asked what she was most proud of, Barbara would answer "my children." Yet she had a distinguished acting career that began with radio at age nine and included college, professional, and community productions.
...Billie Sue Harmon
Mar 22, 2025
"Billie" Sue Harmon, age 89, passed away on March 22, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born July 26, 1935 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to the late Earl and Elizabeth (DeWoody) McClelland. Sue's most important roles in life were as a wife, mother and grandmother. She was a devoted member of Cross Church and in years past worked...
Lorene Loretta Jones
Mar 2, 2025
Lorene Loretta Jones, age 89, passed away on March 2, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on November 3, 1935 in Paris, Arkansas to the late Joseph and Margaret Lux Frederick. Lorene was preceded in death by her husband, Earl L. Jones; her brother, Robert Frederick; her sister, Joann Strellner.
She is survived by her three...
Donald Lee Moody
Feb 27, 2025
Donald Lee "Don" Moody, 87, and longtime resident of Springdale, Arkansas, died Thursday, February 27, 2025. He was born July 4, 1937, in Wichita, Kansas to Ezra Golden and Eulah Mae (Henthorne) Moody. He was preceded in death by daughter, Teresa Briggs, and grandson, Ricky Briggs.
Don loved to be out hunting or...
Juan Antonio Medina Ramirez
Feb 22, 2025
Juan Antonio Medina Ramírez, de 53 años, falleció el 22 de febrero de 2025 en Fayetteville, Arkansas. Nació el 28 de marzo de 1971 en Irapuato, Guanajuato, México, hijo de J. Cayetano Medina Zepeda y María Soledad Ramírez Rodríguez.
El silencio dejado por el fallecimiento de Juan fue algo pesado y opresivo. Él, el patriarca de la...
Patricia Ann Wages
Feb 21, 2025
Patricia "Pat" Ann Wages, 87, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2025. She was born on October 1, 1937, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to the late Allen E. and Forrest Marie (Williams) Hall.
Pat was a passionate, loving, and godly woman. Her family knew just how much she loved...
Danny Dean Mcgarrah
Feb 19, 2025
Danny Dean McGarrah, age 38 passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on October 31, 1986 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Clifford Dean McGarrah and Donna (Fondren) Smith. Danny enjoyed hunting and fishing but most of all spending time with his nieces and nephews. He was a strong role model to the children...
James Kenneth Wright
Feb 18, 2025
James Kenneth Wright was born in Atlanta, Georgia on August 10, 1947. He grew up in Decatur and graduated from Decatur High School in 1965, then earned his bachelor's degree in psychology at Georgia State College in 1969. During college, he worked at the Southern Baptist Home Mission Board on the Home Missions magazine. He worked as...
Sue Ann Cain
Feb 12, 2025
Sue Ann Cain, age 76 passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on July 14, 1948 in St. Paul, Arkansas to the late John and Delia (Riley) Robinson. Sue's greatest joy was her family, and she showered them with unconditional love and support. She was fiercely protective of her family and would do...
Robert Earl Birch
Feb 8, 2025
Robert Earl Birch, age 63, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born August 1, 1961, in Hackensack, New Jersey, to Robert and Helen (Chapman) Birch.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert M. Birch, and his sister, Robin Elizabeth Birch.
He is...
Fredwil Bunglick
Feb 8, 2025
Fredwil Bunglick, age 25 passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on September 29, 1999 in Majuro, Marshall Islands to Fredrick and Danaling Bunglick. Fredwil was a proud big brother. He attended Springdale High School. Fredwil enjoyed spending his free time playing basketball and video games.
He is survived by his...
Steven Earl Kelchner
Feb 8, 2025
Steven Earl Kelchner, age 66 passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on December 23, 1958 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas to Loren and Louise Kelchner. After graduating high school he worked at Kelchner Landscape, alongside his family members. He was a man of faith pursuing his education at John Brown University in Siloam...
Oplana Tina Latior
Feb 6, 2025
Oplana Tina Latior, age 25, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, in Rogers, Arkansas. She was born on March 1, 1999, in Springdale, Arkansas, to Deacon Runny Latior and Deaconess Shako Albious Latior. Oplana was a devoted member of Arkansas JRD United Church of Christ in Springdale, Arkansas. She enjoyed listening to Marshallese music and spending time with...
Marcia Nell Cook
Feb 6, 2025
Marcia Nell Cook, age 76, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on November 13, 1948, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to the late Richard Osborne and Florence "Janet" (Cripe) Cullen. Marcia Cook was a devoted mother, wife, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. Her life was a...
Selena Nena Libos Gold
Jan 31, 2025
Selena Nena Libos Gold passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas in her home. She was born on August 1, 2024 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to Helena Bathy Rithen and Arjel AJ Gold. Though her time with us was brief, she touched many hearts in countless ways. Selena was a happy baby girl who loved to wake...
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