obituaries

Jul 31, 2025

Romeo Aluka, age 42, passed away on July 31, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas surrounded by loved ones. He was born on June 20, 1983 in Ebeye, Marshall Island to the late Drebwel (Lemto) Aluka and Resen (Langidrik Heskeia) Aluka. The melody of his life was a beautiful one, a testament to his kind heart and gentle spirit....

Jul 28, 2025

Deborah "Debbie" Sheryl Blankenship, age 74, passed on July 28, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on October 11, 1950 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to the late Clarence and Dorothy (Escott) Dormois. Debbie carried the spirit of faith throughout her life, a journey that began in the church under the guidance of her grandfather who was...

Jul 20, 2025

Martha Aldaco Martinez, age 53, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Circle of Life in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, on March 26, 1972, to Raul Aldaco Araujo and Gloria Martinez Barroso. Martha was a hardworking wife and a much-loved grandmother to her grandchildren. She thoroughly enjoyed...

Jul 15, 2025

Outh Pradaxay, age 62, passed away in Fayetteville, Arkansas on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born in Vientiane, Laos on October 7, 1962 to the late Bounlom and Khamta (Somsirte) Pradaxay.

Uncle Outh was the hardest working, selfless man. He always put everyone else's needs before his own. This was reflected in...

Jul 14, 2025

Helen Elizabeth Brown, age 77, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, in Springdale, Arkansas. She was born on September 28, 1947, in Fayetteville, Arkansas to the late Charles Lester and Jane Lenora (Beasley) Brown. Helen brought a quiet light to Springdale and was a familiar presence at the Robinson Avenue Church of Christ, where her devotion to...

Jul 13, 2025

Paul Jerome Sharp, age 67, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. He was born on September 20, 1957 in Arcadia, California. Paul was known to be kind-hearted, caring and a very hard worker.  Wherever he worked, Paul was dedicated to his employer. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas.  ...

Jul 5, 2025

Debbie Guthrie, beloved sister, aunt, great-aunt, friend, and community partner, passed away on July 5, 2025 at the age of 66. Debbie dedicated her life to serving others, creating a legacy of compassion, humor, and generosity through her work and her unwavering faith in the power of hope. Before devoting herself to the care of her community...

Jun 27, 2025

Virginia Anita Story, age 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, in Springdale, Arkansas. Born on December 16, 1941, in Bentonville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Doss and Ruth Jewel (Hensley) Story.

Virginia lived a life defined by quiet strength, boundless generosity, and unwavering devotion to the people she loved. For...

Jun 26, 2025

Brian Mook, age 37, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born in Majuro, Mashall Islands on May 31, 1988 to Wodrina and Herdine (Kious) Mook. Brian was a devoted father and avid outdoorsman. He found immense joy in taking his children to the park and creating cherished memories with them. A passionate angler, Brian...

Jun 21, 2025

Werner E. Bernecker, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025 at Hampton Place Healthcare in Rogers, Arkansas. He was born in Germany on July 5, 1938. At just 16 years old, Werner arrived in the United States, driven by ambition and a thirst for knowledge. He quickly secured a position on a cruise ship, where a pivotal...

Jun 19, 2025

Mark Dewayne George-Hiatt, age 55, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on June 9, 1970 to the late Jay and Bertha (Fant) George.  Mark was the guy who could light up any room just by walking in — with a quick joke, a big smile, and a...

Jun 16, 2025

Gorge Martin Velazquez, affectionately known as Titi, passed away unexpectedly on June 16, 2025, in Rogers, Arkansas, at the young age of 34. He was born April 2, 1991, in San Bernardino, California. Titi was known for his sunny and caring disposition, always filling the lives of those he met with warmth and kindness. Joining the United...

Jun 13, 2025

Kanton Henry, 43 passed away on June 13, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on October 15, 1981 in Majuro, Marshall Islands to Hesa Henry and Keio Jibidi. While living in Arkansas he worked for George's Inc. He was preceded in death by his father.

Kanton is survived by his mother, Kieo Jibidi; two daughters, Telpin...

Jun 12, 2025

Ramon Saucedo, age 73, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on June 7, 1952 in Michoacán, Mexico to the late Erasto Saucedo and Rita Ambriz. He was a long-time member of St. Rapheal Catholic Church in Springdale, Arkansas. He married Maria Ambriz on March 1, 1975.  Ramon renewed his vows...

Jun 12, 2025

Wanda Lea Henington, age 89 of Springdale, Arkansas passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025. She was born in Forum, Arkansas, on March 21, 1936, to the late Newt and Minnie Lea (Kirt) Smith. Wanda's warm spirit and gentle demeanor will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A pillar of her family, Wanda cherished every moment...

Jun 12, 2025

Juan Manuel Sierra Barboza, de 53 años, falleció el jueves 12 de junio de 2025 en Fayetteville, Arkansas. Nació el 28 de marzo de 1972 en Irapuato, Cuchicuato México, hijo de los difuntos Manuel Sierra y Celia Barbosa Sierra. Juan se casó con su cariño, María Rodríguez, el 28 de octubre de 1990. Trabajó para Northwest Cass...

May 30, 2025

Patsy Sue Walters, age 88, passed away in Rogers, Arkansas on May 30, 2025. She was born in Mount Judea, Arkansas on January 23, 1937 to late Jeffery and Flora (Morris) Duck. Her roots were in Arkansas, but she spent the majority of her life in California, only returning to her home state a few years before she passed....

May 24, 2025

Sue (Shidler) Schumacher of Springdale, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Fairfield, Iowa on December 17, 1945 to the late William and Frances (Stalcup) Shidler. Sue graduated from Avoha High School in Avoca, Iowa.  In 1967, Sue earned a degree in Business Administration Education from the University...

May 24, 2025

Joe McClernon, age 90, passed away May 24, 2025 peacefully while in hospice care at Willard Walker Hospice in Fayetteville. He was born on June 19, 1934 in Springfield, Missouri to the late Dr. P.W. and Harriet (Jones) McClernon. "Joe Mc"-yes, "Mc" as in "mac" but not "Joe Mac"-loved his BBQ but loved his children and family...

May 19, 2025

Arthur Edward Penzo age 84 of Tontitown, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at his home. He was born on January 31, 1941 in Tontitown to the late Adele (Bariola) Penzo and Ed Penzo. In 1966, Arthur married Joyce Bowlin. He spent over thirty-two years driving trucks for Jones Truck Lines. Arthur spent his free time hunting...