Obituaries

BENTONVILLE — Anna Delle Horne Fish, of Bentonville, Ark., died April 1, 2017. She was born Feb. 12, 1926, in Sparkman, Ark., to John Miles Horne and Evie Lena Sparkman Horne.

She graduated from Star City High School at age 16 then attended Hendrix College in Conway. She married Dayton Fish of Gould, Ark. in Pensacola, Fla., during WWII. They lived in Star City, Ark., where they owned a hardware and construction business before retiring to Bentonville. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bentonville.

She is survived by one son, Miles Dayton Fish and wife, Byretta H. Fish of Bentonville, Ark.: two daughters, Ann Hamblet of Evanston, Ill., Kay Fish of Rogers; eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Dayton Fish and her great-granddaughter, Halle Nicole Fish.

Her memorial service will be Saturday, April 8, 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, West Central and A, Bentonville. Arrangements are by the Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers may be sent to the church; memorials may be made to the Food Pantry/ Benevolence Fund at the First United Methodist, 201 NW2nd Street. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.

ELKINS — Sarah Inez Cassidy Mounce, 79, of Elkins, passed away Friday, March 31, 2017, in Bella Vista. She was born July 19, 1937, in Dexter, N.M., to Robert Harold and Julia Annette Skinner Grantham. Sarah was an adventurer and trailblazer. She was the first female deputy sheriff in Benton County, as well as the first female dispatcher for the New Mexico State Police. Sarah retired from Benton County after 20 years of dedicated service. Then she and Lloyd retired to their beloved mountain.

Sarah’s ties to the county remained strong through the lifelong friendships built there. In 1998 she returned to work at the Benton County Administration Office where she never severed ties and regularly participated at events. Sarah had a zest for life. She loved traveling, gospel music, hummingbirds, canning and above all spending time with family and friends. She was known for her passion for capturing every moment with her trusty camera, famous for her apple butter and apple cakes. She was a touch mischievous and loved a good laugh.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Mounce; one son, Robert Cassidy; one daughter, Mary Cassidy, four brothers, six sisters and her parents.

Survivors include one son, Butch Mounce and wife Cathy of Gainesville, Texas;

four daughters, Carol Farmer and Don of Bella Vista, Frances Johnson and husband Woody of Bokoshe, Okla., Pat Mudd and husband William of Rogers and Debbie Clevenger and husband Mike of Farmington, Arkansas; two brothers, Floyd Grantham and wife Margaret of Artesia, N.M.; Roy Grantham of Roswell, N.M.; twelve grandchildren, Jeremy Farmer and wife Lindsey of Bentonville, Terae and husband George Reader of Bella Vista, Cory Farmer of Bella Vista, Catherine Mudd of Rogers, Kenneth Mudd of Rogers, Stephanie Newman and husband Willie of Farmington, Michelle Boley and husband Lance of Austin, Texas, Keegan Mounce and wife Mary of The Woodlands, Texas, Tina King and husband Garry of Farmington, Chip Clevenger, Sammy Johnson and Chip Johnson; seventeen grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. And numerous nieces and nephews and many adopted friends and family.

Funeral services will be Friday, April 7, 2017, at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Lowell with Rev. George Clay officiating. Burial will follow in Hickory Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Arkansas Sheriff Youth Ranch, P.O. Box 3964, Batesville, Ark., 72503. Online condolences may be left at www.siscofuneral.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Lois C. Ahrens Graney, of Fayetteville, passed away March 27, 2017, at the Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville after a brief but devastating illness. She was 73.

She was born to Marie Deverman Ahrens and George Ahrens on May 6, 1943, in Lincoln, Ill., and grew up in Mount Pulaski, a central Illinois farming community. She was active in 4-H in junior high and high school and played clarinet in band. After high school, she worked at Lehn & Fink, a cosmetics manufacturer, in Lincoln.

In 1965, she married Dave Graney, whom she met through her cousin, who was dating his best friend. They had two children, Dawn Denise and Pamela Suzanne, and lived in Harrison, Ark., then Blacksburg, Va., where Dave completed his Ph.D., before moving to Fayetteville in 1972.

Lois was an intelligent woman who loved deeply and completely. She was encouraging, honest and fair in all that she did. She loved music and singing, jigsaw puzzles, watching ice skating and ice dancing, rollerskating, garage sales, spending summers on the lake in Michigan and sharing time with her family. She was very involved in her church throughout her life and was instrumental in establishing the choir at the new Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fayetteville.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Dave Graney, of the home; her daughters, Dawn Rollins of Fayetteville and Pamela Graney of Bella Vista; grandchildren Justin and Erika Rollins of Fayetteville; her sister, Jean Ahrens Crane, and husband Ronald of Illinois; her brother, Kenneth Ahrens, and wife Linda of Ohio; nieces Jamie Crane Taylor and Jodi Crane Aymer of Illinois and nephews Brian Schroeder of Texas and Dan Schroeder of Illinois; cousins Nancy Ahrens Robbins and Donald Ahrens of Illinois; and numerous friends and family members.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 7, 2017, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fayetteville with Pastor Richard Solberg officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church.

Condolences may be given online at www.nelsonberna.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Louise J. Holland, age 97, of Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, April 4 in Bentonville. She was born Feb. 5, 1920, in Fayetteville, the daughter of GAM and Edna Simpson Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alsey and two older brothers.

She was a charter member of University Baptist Church in Fayetteville where she was a lifelong resident. She taught Sunday School and Bible Studies at University Baptist Church and was a mentor to many young women. She became like a mother to numerous young married couples who attended University Baptist Church but above all she was a soul winner for Jesus Christ. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and greatgreat-grandmother. She was always involved with whatever her family was doing.

She is survived by her three daughters Anne Wells and husband Richard of Bentonville, Margaret Luce and husband Stephan of Guernerville, Calif., and Nancy Laney and husband Mike of Bentonville; seven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and one great-greatgrandchild.

Visitation will be held 12 p.m. Friday, April 7 at University Baptist Church with Funeral Service to follow at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Gardens under the direction of Moore’s Chapel.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the UBC Second Mile Ministry, 315 W Maple St., Fayetteville, Ark., 72701, or the First Baptist Church Bentonville 4W Women’s Ministry, 200 SW A St., Bentonville, Ark., 72712, or Innisfree Health and Rehab, 301 S 24th, Rogers, Ark., 72756. To sign the online guest book visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Lottie Nast, age 87, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away April 2, 2017. She was born in Bryn Mawr, Pa., to Peter and Minna (Alschner) Faltin. Lottie was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Nast, and is survived by her three children, Peter Nast of Durango, Colo., Laurie MacAdam of Champaign, Ill., Paul Nast of Siloam Springs, Ark.; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A service to celebrate her life will be on Thursday, April 6, at 2:30 p.m. in the Convocation Room at Butterfield Trail Village, Fayetteville, Ark., with Rev. Lance Brewer officiating. Please park in the Lodge parking lot with shuttle service to the main entrance. All are welcome.

GREEN FOREST —

Loretta Sherrin Goss, 79, Green Forest, died April 1, 2017. Funeral is 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, at United Baptist Church, Green Forest, under the direction of Roller-Christeson Funeral Home. Visitation an hour prior to service. Son and daughter-in-law, Steve Alan and Carol Goss, survive her. Online Guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com/harrison.

HARRISON — Jonas

Peachey, 71, Harrison, died April 2, 2017. Service is 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 5, at Eagle Heights Baptist Church, under the direction of Roller-Christeson Funeral Home. Wife, Karen Peachey; children, Wayne (Jumper) Peachey, Sheryl (Phil) Yoder, Danita (David) Zook, Malisa (Duane) Horst and Jessica Peachey, survive him. Online Guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com/harrison.

LINCOLN — Ida Bender, age 93, passed away on March 27, 2017. She was born on Oct. 20, 1923, to Carl and Rosina (Rall) Kiesz in Long Lake, S.D.

She grew up on a farm a few miles away from Long Lake, S.D., and married Alvin Bender in 1942. After WWII, they purchased a farm outside of Leola, S.D. They raised two children and farmed there for 20 years. They sold the farm in 1966 and moved to Aberdeen, S.D. They moved to Rogers, Ark., in 1975 where she was an Avon representative from 1975 until 2011.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband; Alvin Bender, siblings; Julius Kiesz and Emma Sherburn and one grandchild; Durand Bender.

She is survived by her brother: Marvin Kiesz, her sons; Glenn A. Bender and wife Jenney of Fargo, N.D., and Gerald Bender of Dayton, Minn., and grandchildren; Shaun and Tiffany Bender of Fargo, N.D., and Christopher Bender of Dayton, Minn.

Funeral services will be held at Rollins funeral Chapel at 10 a.m. on April 7, 2017. Graveside service will be held at Fayetteville National cemetery at 12p.m.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 219., Rogers, Ark., 72757

Services are under the care of Rollins funeral Home of Rogers. wwwrollinsfuneral.com.

ROGERS — April 2, 2017, at the age of 65, Timothy Z. Fisher of Rogers, Ark., passed away. He was born Oct. 16, 1951, in Houston, Texas, the son of William Evans and Lanora Louise Kolling Fisher.

He was survived by his wife Janet Louise Lochmann Fisher; his daughter Brandi and her husband Chris and grandson Taggart Ashby Rushton of Fayetteville; his siblings Kay Brodine, Bert and Todd Fisher and families.

Tim was a jack of all trades. With his mechanical engineering background he invented and patented a valve for a two cycle engine which is still in use today delivering natural gas to pipeline stations globally. If something was broken, Tim could fix it.

His athletic abilities and love for baseball led him to be an accomplished baseball pitcher in his youth. He enjoyed traveling. Some of his best travel memories were in Costa Rica. He loved hunting and the great outdoors. Music brought great joy and light to his heart. Anyone who ever met Tim could tell you how well he could share his life stories. He could capture an audience with his rich, detailed descriptions as if you were part of the moment. Tim was a most generous kind-hearted protector.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2017, at the Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th Street, Rogers, Ark. Online condolences to www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com.

SPRINGDALE — Dennis Lee Ahart, 62, of Springdale, died April 2, 2017. He was a Freewill Baptist. Survivors: wife, Marilyn Jane Hardin Ahart; daughters, Amber (Jacob) Wilkinson, Misti Desha (Jason) Hull and Michelle Evans; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday, Brashears Funeral Home-Huntsville www.brashearsfuneralhome. net. Private interment Boston Cemetery.

SPRINGDALE — James “Jim” Edward Brain, aged 82, passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2017, at home in Springdale surrounded by his family. He was born on March 14, 1935, in Jacksonville, Ark., to Francis Edward and Helen Green Brain.

He is preceded in death by his father and mother and many aunts, uncles, and grandparents who we know welcomed him home upon his passing. His family rests in the assurance of Jim’s salvation.

Jim was a devoted Christian, son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend. Nothing brought a smile to his face quicker than his grandchildren, unless it was his beloved wife of 56 years, Sandra “Sandy.”

Jim’s family was his priority. With Sandy by his side, he made a loving home for his children who knew him as strong and courageous, yet always gentle, kind, and patient. His grandchildren saw Granddad’s smiling face on the sidelines or in the audience at as many athletic games, gymnastic meets, and dance competitions as he could attend.

After his wife Sandy, his best friends were his three brothers, twin brother Sid (older by only a minute) and younger brothers Richard and Pat. The “Brain Boys” and their families supported and loved Jim, and he showed his unconditional love for them by providing often sought-after advice, his love, and his friendship.

Jim was a proud graduate of Little Rock High School in the Class of 1953. He received an associate’s degree in science from Arkansas Tech in 1955, and graduated in 1957 from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He was a member of the Arkansas Academy of Mechanical Engineers.

While at the University of Arkansas, Jim worked as a summer intern at the U.S. Corps of Engineers where he met the love of his life, Sandy. They were married in January 1959 and rarely left each other’s side. Jim and Sandy’s marriage was a testament to the world of their love and dedication. Sandy was the light of his life, the holder of his hand, and the keeper of his heart. Their children are forever grateful for the example they set.

Prior to marriage, Jim worked in Texas City, Texas, for the American Oil Company, but in 1958 was called upon to serve his country in the Army.

A captain in the Army, Jim served during the Cold War and the early part of the Vietnam War. Commissioned in the Army Reserve in 1957, Jim served on active duty from 1958 through 1960 and again in 1961-1962 on seven different U.S. Army posts. Jim was a platoon leader, executive officer, and company commander of Company C, 82nd Engineer Battalion (Combat) and was commanding officer of the 806th Engineer Company (Construction Support).

While serving at Fort Rucker, the headquarters and basic training center for Army aviation, a love of airplanes and flying was born.

Jim received his pilot’s license in 2001 and shared a love of flying with his son Jay and his twin brother Sid. Jim and Jay enjoyed attending the EAA Oshkosh Airventure for many years together. In 2003 Jim and Sid completed a two-week, round trip flight to the Arctic Circle in Alaska, a dream trip. Jim flew a 1946 Aeronca Chief he enjoyed working on just as much as flying it.

Second to aviation was a longtime love of photography he shared with his daughter, Holly. Jim amassed an incredible collection of vintage cameras, including his Rollei Rollicord that was used for many years documenting his family. He also enjoyed working on and driving his 1966 Ford Mustang, bought new but painted candy apple red when his children began driving.

After serving in the Army, Jim began his career with Southwestern Bell where he worked for 43 years as a professional engineer. He often traveled the state and country providing his expertise, and he never met a stranger. There was really nothing in life or work that he could not fix or make better.

Jim was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Little Rock for over 50 years, serving as a Sunday School teacher and Deacon. He provided his engineering expertise through this position as well, using his skills to help the church. He was usually the first person people in his life called for advice. His listening ear and calm, thoughtful direction and advice were second to none for all of his family.

Jim is survived by his wife Sandra; his brothers, Sidney “Sid” Brain and wife Sue of Harrison, Richard Brain and wife Vicki of Little Rock, and Patrick Brain and wife Pam of Little Rock; his two children, Holly Brain Johnson and husband David of Fayetteville, and James “Jay” Edward Brain, Jr. and wife Kelly of Rogers; his four grandchildren, Celia Johnson, James “Jeb” Edward Brain III, Russ Johnson, and Georgia Brain; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

The family thanks the doctors at M.D. Anderson, Dr. Paul Mansfield, Dr. Cathy Eng, and Aki Ohinata, P.A., for giving Dad many years of health after his diagnosis. Gratitude is also extended to Washington Regional Hospice for their care and support.

Visitation will be 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Nelson-Berna Funeral Home Chapel in Fayetteville. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. on Saturday at Nelson-Berna Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to take place 10 a.m. Monday, April 10 at Fayetteville National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Cancer Resources, 5835 W. Sunset Avenue, Springdale, Ark., 72762; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas, 77210, or Calvary Baptist Church, 5700 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, Ark., 72207.

To place an online tribute visit www.nelsonberna.com.

SPRINGDALE — Jeremy Douglas Dunbar, 40, of Springdale, died Sunday, April 2, 2017, at his home. He was born July 24, 1976, in Memphis to Julian Douglas and Pamela Dianne (Wiseman) Dunbar. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sons, Gary Dunbar of Fayetteville, Jacob Dunbar of Siloam Springs, and a brother, Jared Dunbar of St. Joseph, Missouri.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, April 6, at Robinson Avenue Church of Christ. Arrangements are with Heritage Funeral Home.

SPRINGDALE — Mr. Linley L. Duncan, 85, of Springdale, Ark., passed away Friday, March 31, 2017, in Springdale. He was born July 17, 1931, in Golden City, Mo., to Elvage Duncan and Effie Pearl (Glenn) Duncan

He was a retired Air Force tech sergeant. After serving his country for over 22 years, he started a career with Wal-Mart which he retired from after 20 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Danny Duncan and one daughter, Joyce Fowler, and his grandson Chuckie Fowler.

He is survived by his wife Dorthie June Duncan, three sons, Kenny Duncan (Theresa) of Nob Hill, Ark., Del Collins (Ranea) of Buffalo Valley, Okla., Rich Duncan (Falinda) of Springdale, Ark., two daughters, Brenda Garske (Ron) of Sun Prairie, Wis., Laura Thom Duncan of Edgerton, Wis., a daughter-inlaw, Debbie Duncan of Moreno Valley, Calif., a son-in-law Chuck Fowler of Carson City, Nev., eighteen grandchildren, twenty three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, April 7 in the Chapel of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at Fayetteville National Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 9 a.m. until service time in the chapel. To sign the online guest book please visit www.nelsonberna.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory of Fayetteville.

SPRINGDALE — Vernell Morton, 82, passed away April 2, in Springdale. She was born Dec. 31, 1934, in Kingston, Ark., to Jess and Sarah Tucker Gibbs. She attended Westside Freewill Baptist Church of Springdale.

Vernell worked at Walmart before retiring. She loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed shopping and going to the casino. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Gary Morton, and her sister Juanita Bohannan.

Survivors include Anna Allene Hollingsworth, Shanna Amos, Whitney Raley, Taylor Drake, Colby Drake, Reagan Amos, Ayden Raley, and Pasley Amos; one sister Oneta Miller of Sonora.

Funeral services will be Friday, April 7 starting at 2 p.m. at Sisco Funeral Chapel in Springdale with Rev. Paul Payne officiating. Burial will follow at Friendship Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 6 at Sisco Chapel from 5-7 p.m. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.siscofuneral.com.