Obituaries

AVOCA — Raymond

Buttram, 86, of Avoca, Ark., died May 9, 2018. He was born Jan. 9, 1932, in Rogers to Harry and Louise Buttram.

Ray married Jackie Ruddell in 1951 in Rogers and worked in the automotive business before being drafted into the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. After an honorable discharge, he returned to Arkansas and attended the University of Arkansas graduating in 1961. After graduation, he worked for Walker Manufacturing of Racine, Wis., for over 30 years. Living in Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Texas, Ray and Jackie moved back to Avoca upon retirement, him to hunt and fish with old friends and her to work in the garden.

Ray is survived by his wife of nearly 67 years, Jackie; a daughter, Leslie Rae Beltz of Grand Island, Neb.; a granddaughter, Dana Deyle and her husband Luke of Lincoln, Neb.; two grandchildren, Tripp and Sloane Deyle and a brother Dale and his wife Joy of Avoca.

He was preceded in death by a son, Scott Ruddell Buttram and his parents.

A private gathering of immediate family will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Benton County Memorial Park Rogers, Ark.

BELLA VISTA — Mary Patricia (Pat) Campbell

of Bella Vista passed away on Tuesday May 8, 2018, in Wichita, Kan., at the age of 89. Mary was born in Springfield, Mo., on Sept. 22, 1928, to John and Ruby Avers.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Campbell; and her daughter, Nancy Harris.

Mary is survived by her son, Mark Campbell; grandsons, Derek and Blake Miles; granddaughter, Megan Harris; and great-grandsons, Lucas and Logan Miles.

Memorial service will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23, at Advantage Funeral Home, 4408 W. Central, Wichita, Kan. 67212.

BENTONVILLE —

Charles Doane, age 74, of Bentonville, died May 5, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Carmen Doane; two sons, Robert and Andrew; and three grandchildren, Emily, Rex and Rain. Chuck’s life will be celebrated Tuesday, July 17, at Highland Christian Church in Bella Vista starting at 10:30a.m. Online condolences may be left at www. funeralmation.com.

FARMINGTON — Nina

Joyce Burns of Farmington, passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 84 years old. She was born Jan. 17, 1934, in Wheeler, Ark., to Shelby and Mabel Fortner.

She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband, Floyd Eugene Burns; and her brother Richard Lee Fortner. Joyce loved her family very much. She enjoyed fishing, going to Branson for the music shows and cooking big meals for her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Rose Marie Davis and her husband Leonard of Springdale; three sons, Gene Burns and his wife Nancy of Fayetteville, Danny Burns and his wife Ann of Altus, Okla., and David Burns of Farmington; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many other friends and loved ones.

A visitation will be held on Monday, May 14, at 9 a.m. at Moore’s Chapel Funeral Home, with service at 10 a.m. Private burial will take place later at National Cemetery in Fayetteville.

Condolences may be given at www.mooresfuneralchapel. com.

FARMINGTON — Bobby

Allen Harp, 54, of Farmington, Ark., died May 9, 2018, in Farmington. A memorial service will be 1 p.m., Monday, May 14, 2018, at Farmington Baptist Church, 49 West Main St., Farmington. Visit Bobby’s memorial page at www. WestfieldChapel.com.

FARMINGTON — Max

Corman Tate, 96, a resident of Farmington, Ark., passed away peacefully Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, Ark. He was born July 8, 1921, in Savoy, Ark., the son of Russell Edgar and Eula Frances (Smith) Tate.

He graduated high school from Farmington, Ark. On Oct. 1, 1942, he was drafted into the United States Army, serving in the 401st AAA Gunnery Battalion during World War II. After the Army, he came home to Farmington where he was a longtime member and Elder of the Walnut Grove Presbyterian Church. He was a farmer, but also drove a grocery truck and in 1957 he went to work for the Veterans Hospital in Fayetteville and retired from there in 1981.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Elizabeth Arlene Nelson Tate; his parents; and one brother, Homer Tate.

He is survived by two daughters, Charolette Mefford and husband Nathan of Springdale and Carmen Garrett and husband Chuck of Bentonville; two grandchildren, Sheri Brady and husband Jeff and Kelly Hughes and husband Mike, all of Springdale; two great-grandchildren, Dylan Hughes and Kaitlyn Brady of Springdale. He is also survived by one brother, L.D. Tate and wife Dorthea; and one sister, Lucile Cann.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 15, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Cemetery Hill Cemetery in Farmington, Arkansas.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Gary Tate, Aubrey Kinion, David Tate, John Munyon and Rick Clayton.

Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Springdale, 100 South Gutensohn Road, Springdale, Ark. 72762 or the Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale 72762.

Online guest book, www. luginbuel.com.

FAYETTEVILLE —

Jayme Kay Huff, 64, of Fayetteville, transcended her earthly bonds on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. She was born March 7, 1954. Her life was a journey of learning, teaching, activism, and was always open to adventure. She was born in McCrory, Ark., to James Milton and Betty Huff, who preceded her in death.

Jayme graduated from Arkansas State University in 1975 with a degree in education, and went on to earn her doctorate in education from the University of South Dakota. Her career included positions at the Little Rock School District, University of Texas and the University of South Dakota.

Activism was a part of Jayme’s pursuit of social justice and she was an active advocate for women’s rights, and various social causes. She lived and shared her life for the betterment of those who had no voice.

Her summer breaks from her teaching assignments included trips to India, France, and leading an Alaskan wilderness camp for a month.

Jayme grew up in McCrory, Ark., and is survived by her sisters, Mary Pat Cullum of Conway, Kelley Stinnett (Scott) of Siloam Springs; and her brother, Milton Huff (Teresa) of Conway; and her nieces, and nephews, Jason Cullum, Benjamin Stinnett, Elizabeth Stinnett, Corbin Stinnett, Bailey Stinnett, Courtney Meena, Elizabeth Hamilton and Caroline Huff. She is also survived by two grand-nieces and five grand-nephews.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, May 14, 2018, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home, 650 Central Landing Blvd., Conway, Ark. 72032. Interment will be private. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online guestbook available at www.rollerfuneral homes.com/conway.

FAYETTEVILLE —

William Ray Kennan died quietly in his home on Thursday, April 5, 2018.

He served in World War II as a member of the 872nd Tank Battalion. He was badly injured in France. He was married to his one great love, LaVerne Frances (Clark) Kennan, who died March 3, 2008.

He leaves behind one son, William R. Kennan II and his wife Betty Lorraine Kennan. In addition, there are six grandchildren who mourn his passing: Jeffrey Maitland Kennan, Matthew Alexander Kennan, Caleb William Kennan, Kelsey Elizabeth Harmount (husband Joel), Kathryn Ann Charna (husband Todd), and Lawson Clark Kennan. There are two great grandchildren: Baylee Dawn Kennan, and a great-granddaughter to be born May 2018, to Kathryn and Todd Charna.

In addition, he is mourned by those who tended to him and loved him: Karren Breeden (very special friend), Rebecca Henson, Michael Barkley, Ashley Marshall, and Caleb Eichenberger-Gay. He will be missed by his VA care team, including Dr. Katherine Krantz and Sandy Strong, RN.

William Kennan was a hero of that great generation who knew sacrifice and dedication. He was also one who loved well and long. He will be missed each and every day.

A memorial service will be held on June 15, 2018, at at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Ark. Arrangements were under the direction of Moore’s Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be given online at www.mooresfuneralchapel. com.

FAYETTEVILLE —

Darren Michael Ray, 54, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, Friday, May 11, 2018, at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville. He was born Sept. 26, 1963, in Texarkana, Texas, to Jack and Joan Ray.

Darren Ray was a wellknown musician and a Fayetteville legend. He was a singer, song writer and solo artist as well as played lead guitar and bass for several bands. He played in casinos, clubs and restaurants and his bands opened for several nationally known bands.

Everyone that ever met him loved him and he never met a stranger. He was grateful for his musical gifts, and enjoyed sharing those gifts with others. He lived life to the fullest.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Darren Ray is survived by the love of his life, Kelli Collins; her mother, Virginia Elmore and Kelli’s children, Hillary, Cody, Isabel, and her granddaughter, the apple of his eye, Poppie Jo. He is also survived by one brother, David Ray and wife, Lisa of Springdale, Ark., and their children, Lauren and Skyler; his sister, Debra Harris and husband, Don Harris of Fayetteville, their children Brittany Adcock (Aaron), Melissa Doty (Blake) and Robert Harris; two great-nieces and two great-nephews; and many fellow musicians, fans and dear friends.

A celebration of Darren Ray’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, in Fayetteville with the Reverend Lowell Grisham officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Darren Ray’s memory to Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 E Longview St., Fayetteville, Ark. 72703. Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services of Rogers. Words of comfort or memories may be shared at stockdale-moodyfs.com.

GENTRY — Franklin

Nelson, 87, of Gentry, Ark., passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018, in Siloam Springs, Ark. He was born Nov. 30, 1930, in Seymour, Texas, to Nels and Lela Viola (Bell) Nelson. He was an antique dealer. He is survived by two nieces, Loree Foreman and Jan Kincheloe, both of Siloam Springs, Ark.; one nephew, Walt Warren of Knoxville, Tenn.; and many friends. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held 11 a.m., Monday, May 21st at Fayetteville National Cemetery in Fayetteville. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.nelsonberna.com. GRASSY KNOB — Dennis Dix, longtime resident of Grassy Knob, passed away on May 9 at the age of 90. Born in Portsmouth England, he immigrated to the United States in the 1950s.

He spent his life doing construction and was a member of the Trowel Trade Union.

He is survived by his wife, Velma Jean Dix of Eureka Springs, Ark.; his daughter, Krista Roberts of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and his stepdaughter, Wendy Browning of Melbourne, Fla. He has six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Online condolences can be made at www.bentoncounty funeralhome.com.

Arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home 306 N. 4th St., Rogers, Ark.

HEBER SPRINGS — Carl

Brook McSpadden, 77, of Heber Springs died May 9, 2018. He was born Dec. 3, 1940, in Cotter, Ark., to Oran Brook and Bernice Bridges McSpadden.

He grew up in Batesville playing baseball and hunting ducks, graduating high school with the Class of 1958. He attended Arkansas College and Hendrix College and went on to graduate from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 1964. He served three years active duty in the U.S. Air Force as legal officer, and it was at Wheelus Air Force Base in Tripoli, Libya, where he met Liesel Ohlendorf. April 15, 1967, was the start of their 43-year marriage.

Carl served as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Cleburne and Van Buren counties before being elected Chancery Judge for the 18th District of Arkansas. He served three terms in the 18th and 16th districts from 1975 to 1992.

The Methodist Church was central to Carl’s life. His Sunday School class’s Christmas parties for needy kids were a riot, and he enjoyed hamming it up onstage at events honoring the church’s senior members. When not there, he could be found on the golf course with a group known affectionately as the Thundering Herd, or fishing and playing cards with his daughters. In later years, he was Liesel’s tireless caregiver and delighted in taking grandson Luke out to drive the golf cart.

Carl was predeceased by his parents, his wife, and a sister, Doris Thornton.

He is survived by daughter, Karen McSpadden and grandson, Luke Faupel of Fayetteville; daughter, Julie McSpadden and son-in-law Patrick Stair of North Little Rock; and sister, Kay Wilson and brother-in-law Dr. Jack Wilson of Mountain Home.

Carl mused recently that he’d had a good life, there was nothing left on his bucket list, and when his “number was called” he was ready to go. The family thanks everyone at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary for their compassionate care in his final hours.

Visitation is 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, at Olmstead Funeral Home in Heber Springs. The funeral is 10 a.m. on Friday, May 18, at First United Methodist Church in Heber Springs.

Memorials may be made to the Cleburne County Aging Program, P.O. Box 831, Heber Springs, Ark. 72543 or a charity of your choice.

HUNTSVILLE — Burl

Enoch White Sr., 81, of Huntsville passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018, at his home. He was born June 8, 1936, in Madison County to Alvie Otto White and Nancy Moppins-White.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 61 years, Marie White; three brothers, Talbert White, Charles White and Lonnie White; stepbrothers, Arlie White and Cecil White; and two sisters, Ester Blackston and Erma Hall.

Survivors include two sons, Earl White and wife Glenda of West Fork and Berl White Jr of the home; daughter, Betty Guyll and husband Lonnie of Rogers; two sisters, Nettie Harvison of Kingston and Mary Powell of Springdale; brother, Paul White of Huntsville; grandchildren, Chasity, Tyrell, Michael, Christina, Billy Ray, Chad and Misty; seven great-grandchildren and one great-greatgrandchild.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, May 14, 2018, from 5-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the House of Worship Church in Hindsville with Pastor Bill Williams officiating.

Funeral services are under the direction of Madison County Funeral Service of Huntsville. Please visit our website www.madison countyfuneralservice.com.

LINCOLN — Pamela Sue Eichler, age 66, a resident of Lincoln, Ark., went to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Ark. She was born Jan. 19, 1952, in Holly Grove, Ark., the daughter of Harvey and Loyce (Kannada) Roswell.

Pamela was an amazing cook, she loved her family and especially loved watching her granddaughters and great-granddaughters growing up.

She will be reunited with her parents; one son, Lindsey Eichler; and one brother-inlaw, Brad Bloodworth, who had preceded her in death.

Survivors include ex-husband and friend, Jim Eichler; one daughter, Laura Gotter and husband Roy of Lincoln, Ark.; one brother, Lynton Rosewell of Heber Springs, Ark.; two sisters, Jean Lawton and husband Terry and Carol Bloodworth, both of Bunkerhill, Ill.; three grandchildren, Ashley Cornelius and husband Josh, Rylea Gotter, and Callie Eichler; two great-grandchildren, Sophia Cornelius and Harper Cornelius.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 16,

2018, 2 p.m. at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove. Burial will be in Beaty Cemetery; there will be no graveside service held.

Online guest book, www. luginbuel.com.

NEW BLAINE — Jackie “Jack” Ray Kremer, age 72 of New Blaine, Ark., died Friday, May 11, 2018, at UAMS in Little Rock. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Restoration Church in Russellville.

Burial will be in Prairie View Cemetery at Scranton.

ROGERS — Peggy Jo Gobble, 79, of Rogers passed away May 11, 2018. She was born June 4, 1938, in Monte Ne to the late daughter of Arvil and Syble Taylor Clardy. After the passing of her father she was raised by her grandparents Alfred and Laura Clardy.

Peggy formerly worked for Walmart. She graduated from Rogers High School in 1956 and a member of Monte Ne Baptist Church. She is also preceded in death by four siblings, Larry Clardy, Mary Helen Clardy, Doyle Rigsbee and Joann Harris; one great-grandson, Jayden Tyler.

Peggy is survived by the love of her life, James Gobble of the home, they were married Sept. 7, 1957; two children, Carla Hency and Luther Gobble, both of Garfield; three brothers, Roland Clardy of Hiwasse, Eddie Rigsbee of Fayetteville and Tommy Rigsbee of Rogers; two grandchildren, Stacey and Emily; three great-grandchildren. She loved her family and many friends.

Graveside service 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Ruddick Cemetery, Garfield, Ark., with Pastor Gene Layman, officiating.

Arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th, Rogers. Online condolences to www.bentoncounty funeralhome.com.

SILOAM SPRINGS — Patricia Ann San Migel, 74, of Siloam Springs passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018, in Bentonville. She was born Nov. 1, 1943, in Bentonville to the late John Elmo Bond and Edna Bell Easley Bond. She was also preceded by a sister, Dorothy Roberts and a brother, Bill Bond.

Pat had a deep love and appreciation for both the visual and musical arts, singing country music with her band and playing piano at church in earlier years then, later, telling stories from her youth and reminiscing outdoors with friends. Pat was a longtime Christian and was active in several churches through the years.

Survivors include her daughter, Tammie Skaggs of Lowell; sons, Robert Severn (Tammi) of Rogers and Curtis Severn of Gentry; a brother, Johnny Bond; sisters, Betty Peel, Irene Jones, Lois Hutchinson, Donna Garrett and Mary Lee; her grandchildren, Yvonne Severn, Jennifer Edwards, Ashley Skaggs and Micayla Severn; four great-grandchildren; countless extended family members and dear friends.

Services will be tomorrow, Monday, May 14, 2018, in the Chapel of Rollins Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 2 p.m., funeral service beginning at 3 p.m. and interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery near Hiwasse.

Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. Condolences may be expressed at www. RollinsFuneral.com.

SPRINGDALE — Darrel Wayne Lockhart, 82, of Springdale went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 8, 2018. He was born Aug. 3, 1935, in Johnson to Tommie Wayne and Ethel Mozelle Haskins Lockhart. Darrel Wayne was a 1953 graduate of Springdale High School. He retired from Heekin Can Company (Ball Corporation) in 1993 after 38 years. He was a faithful member of the Elmdale Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and other areas of service.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Louise Ford Lockhart, in 1992; his daughter, Kelly Denise Lockhart; a sister, Margaret Howard; a brother-in-law, Lewis Neal; and four nephews.

Darrel Wayne is survived by his wife, Hannah Hutchins Lockhart; one son, Kenneth Lockhart of Eureka Springs; two stepchildren, Steve Hutchins and wife Karrie, Kim Bramall and husband Rick all of Springdale; two sisters, Charlsie Griffith and husband Gene of Tulsa, Lorene Neal of Springdale; and five step-grandchildren, Sarah Bramall Matteri and husband Cody, Colton Bramall and wife Bree, Jackson Hutchins, Mason Hutchins and Karson Hutchins, who loved him dearly.

The family wishes to thank The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows, especially the 200 hall nurses and staff, and Windcrest Health and Rehab for their care of Darrel Wayne.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, at Elmdale Baptist Church with interment at Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Heritage Funeral Home; online guest book available at www. heritageofnwa.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark. 72762, or to Elmdale Baptist Church, 1700 W Huntsville Ave., Springdale, Ark. 72762.

SPRINGDALE — Margaret Rennie Moreno, 95, of Springdale, died Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at Walnut Grove Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Jan. 7, 1923, in Los Angeles, Calif., and was a resident for 42 years of Manhattan Beach, Calif. She moved to Springdale in 2003.

She is survived by a son, Paul Moreno, of Springdale; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. No services are planned. Arrangements are with Heritage Funeral Home.

GRAND BLANC, Mich. — Jessie Lou Rodgers was born Oct. 30, 1930, and died on May 1, 2018.

Jessie was a longtime member of Immanuel Baptist Church and worked as a cook for the Rogers School District.

She is survived by sons, Billy (Suzanne) Rodgers, Joey (Kiz) Rodgers; son-in-law, Kenny Jones; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Jessie was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; daughter, Sandy Jones; great-grandson, Zachary Davis; mother, Sarah; father, Otis; and sisters, Sue Comstock and Wilma Wagster.

Service will be held at 11 a.m., May 19, 2018, at Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services in Rogers. Visitation at will be from 10 a.m. until service time.

Arrangements entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services of Rogers. Words of comfort may be expressed at stockdale-moodyfs. com.

NORMAN, Okla. — Jean Tittle, 90, passed away peacefully on May 4 at Arbor House Assisted Living Center in Norman, Okla.

She was a 25-year resident of Bella Vista, Ark., before moving to Oklahoma in 2012, and spent many years working as a secretary and devoted homemaker.

Jean was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Aaron. Born in Washington, D.C., on May 29, 1927, she was a graduate of South High School in Phoenix, Ariz., and attended the University of Georgia. She served four years in the U.S. Naval Reserve and was a longtime member of Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a communicant of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Norman, and a member of Order of Daughters of the King.

Jean is survived by her son, James and daughter-inlaw, Theresa of Norman, Okla.; cousins, David and Ellen Donaldson of Norman, Doug Donaldson of Bella Vista; and many friends.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack; her sister, Margaret; and son, Stephen.

Memorial services will be Saturday, July 14, 2018, 10 a.m. at St. Theodore’s Episcopal Church in Bella Vista.

Arrangements are under the care of Havenbrook Funeral Home, Norman, Okla.

The family expresses their sincere gratitude to the staff of Arbor House, McCortney Family Hospice and Hearts at Home Companion Care for their kindness and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Woven Life, 701 N.E. 13th St., Oklahoma City, Okla. 73104.

TULSA, Okla. — Billie Jean Dixon Griffith, age 86 years, born Feb. 11, 1932, Hot Springs, Ark., died May 11, 2018, Tulsa, Okla.

Survived by son, Rick Griffith and wife, Irene, Dallas, Texas; brother-in-law, Gene Griffith and wife, Charlsie, Sapulpa, Okla.; sisters-in-law Kathryn Logue and husband, Jim, Fayetteville, Ark., Doris Self and husband, Ronnie, Springdale, Ark.; niece Brenda Thomas and husband, Brad, Broken Arrow, Okla.; a host of loving family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Allen Griffith; her parents, Arles and Mabel Dixon; and her sister and brother-in-law, Louise and Bill Brown Jr.

Billie Jean graduated from Springdale High School in May of 1950 in Springdale, Ark., and married her sweetheart, Allen Griffith, in Fayetteville, Ark., in September of 1950.

She was a Sales Clerk for Drug Emporium. She was formerly a member of Prestonwood Baptist Church when she was a resident in Texas. She dearly loved to worship with Rev. Charles Stanley on television.

Services 11 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2018, at Mark Griffith Memorial Funeral Home, Westwood Chapel in Tulsa, Okla. Interment: Woodland Memorial Park in Sand Springs, Okla., under the direction of Mark Griffith Memorial Funeral Home, Westwood Chapel in Tulsa, Okla., (918) 446-0010.