Obituaries

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Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes. For more information including cost and deadlines contact the advertising department at (501) 378-3889. BETHEL HEIGHTS —

Barbara Corter, 63, of Bethel Heights, Ark., passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2018, surrounded by her family and friends.

Barbara was born on June 6, 1954, in Atoka, Okla., a daughter to Hollis Franklin Adams and Jimmie Lee (Keeler) Adams. She married Jimmy “Jim” Corter on Jan. 7, 1972, in Springdale, Ark. She retired as an office manager with State Farm and was a member of the Gospel Tabernacle Church in Bethel Heights. Barbara enjoyed arts and crafts and was very talented at creating silk flower arrangements. Her joy was spending time with her family and grandsons.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Jerry Adams; and one sister, Mary Hood.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Jim Corter of the home; two children, Amy Warren and husband Joe, Dennis Corter and wife Chanda, all of Rogers, Ark.; two grandsons, Zack Warren and Derek Warren, both of Rogers, Ark.; two grand-dogs, Bo and Bentley; two sisters, Virginia Finch and husband Paul, Sharon Wilp, all of Atoka, Okla.; one sister in-law, Sue Adams of Pea Ridge, Ark.; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at the Gospel Tabernacle Church in Bethel Heights from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Funeral will begin that day at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Bobby Main to officiate the service. Committal to follow at the Zion Cemetery in Springdale, Ark.

To sign the online guest book, please visit www. backstrom-pyeatte.com.

ELKINS — Sulley Reinhardt, age 12, of Elkins, Ark., passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018, in Fayetteville. He was born Nov. 2, 2005, in Fayetteville, Ark., to Curtis and Deana (Sullins) Reinhardt. He was an active member of Camp War Eagle 365 and attended summer camp there. Sulley was a student in Mr. Z’s homeroom class at Elkins Middle School.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Stanley Sullins; and cousin, Hunter Sullins.

Sulley is survived by his parents of Elkins; one brother, Ian Reinhardt of Elkins, Ark.; maternal grandmother, Cindy Sullins of Fayetteville, Ark.; paternal grandparents, James and Eileen Reinhardt of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; four uncles, Rick Sullins, Jesse Sullins, Roger Stipe, Taylor Brannon; four aunts, Glenda Sullins, Gretchen Brannon, Kymber Stipe, Renee Gable; and six cousins, Matt Sullins, Tyler Sullins, Jameson Brannon, Chynna Stipe, Lily Stipe, Chandler Gable.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 29, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, in the Chapel of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home with Reverend Charlie Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.

Memorial contributions may be made to any Arvest Bank in memory of Sulley.

To sign the online guest book, please visit www. nelsonberna.com

FAYETTEVILLE — James

“Jim” Lewis Herrin, 91, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away on May 22, 2018, while in the care of Washington Regional Hospice.

Jim was preceded in death earlier this year by his beloved wife, Joyce, of 67 years.

A native of Fletcher, Okla., he was born on March 24, 1927, to Druie B. Herrin and

Carrie Lee Woodard.

He served in the Navy at the end of WW II. Jim was one of the first siblings in his family to graduate from college with a Business Degree from the University of Oklahoma and earned a graduate degree from the LSU School of Banking.

Jim is survived by three children: son, Jay (April) Herrin of Harrison, Ark.; and two daughters, Jamie Herrin, and Jo Mandy (Greg) Smithers, both of Denton, Texas. Four grandchildren are Jason Herrin, Melissa (Alan) Booth-Simonsen, Rachel and Sarah Smithers. One great-grandchild is Olivia Booth-Simonsen.

Jim is survived by one sister, Pernie McMahon of Norman, Oklahoma.

Jim Herrin was the Senior Vice-President and Comptroller of First National Bank of Fayetteville when he retired in 1985. He was very active in the associations of banking throughout his career. He was known to be a “Bankers’ Banker” and was a sought-after consultant for financial institutions following his retirement. He also felt it was important to serve the community and participated in many community service organizations throughout his life, such as Jaycees, Lions Club, Rotary, and the local Chambers of Commerce. He was active in First Baptist Church for 50 years and served as a greeter on Sunday mornings. He enjoyed all Arkansas Razorback sports, but especially basketball, since he played basketball in high school. And finally, Jim Herrin had a reputation as a competitive tennis player in Northwest Arkansas and even statewide, with many tournament wins and trophies too numerous to count.

As requested by Jim, the family will hold a burial service in Fletcher, Okla., at a later date. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Fayetteville, Ark. Or, please take time to plant a tree in his honor; he would like that.

To sign the online guest book, please visit www. nelsonberna.com. FAYETTEVILLE — Mark

Steven Jordan, 55, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018, in Fayetteville. He was born June 7, 1962, in Fayetteville, Ark., to Joy J. Jordan and Lillie (Barzell) Johnson.

He was a public inspector for the City of Fayetteville Engineering Department and a member of Central United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Charlie Jordan and father in law, Eathel Middleton.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy Jordan; three sons, Colby Jordan of Kansas City, Mo., Braden and Carson Jordan of Fayetteville, Ark.; one sister, Diane Thomas and husband Terry of Prairie Grove, Ark.; sister-in-law, Sandy Jordan of Springdale, Ark.; mother-inlaw,

Charlene Middleton of Harrison, Ark.; sister-in-law, Debbie Ruff and husband Wayne of Harrison, Ark.; and many nieces, nephews and close friends.

Visitation will be at Central United Methodist Church Activities Center on Tuesday, May 29, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. with a Celebration of Life beginning at 3 p.m. with Reverend Carl Palmer and Billy Dawson officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.

Mark was born and raised in Fayetteville and was a true Fayettevillain through and through. He was a Washington Wildcat, Woodland Cowboy and Fayetteville Bulldog. He met Sandy in 1984, and they soon knew they were the loves of each other’s lives. They were married in 1986 and had three wonderful sons. They treasured being parents and spent as much time as possible hanging out with their kids. It was very common to see them boating, fishing, riding four-wheelers, hunting, enjoying sporting events, and pretty much anything else that allowed them to be together and enjoy each other’s company. Mark’s family was absolutely the center of his world and he loved them to the depths of his soul. His family truly appreciates the lengths he went to in order to ensure their comfort, happiness and security and will always love him beyond measure.

To most people, Mark was better known as “Jolly”, and there is no doubt that the nickname fit him perfectly. His fun-loving personality, wide smile, unconditional acceptance, and quick handshake would light up the room. In Jolly’s world, every day was a good day, and he loved to spread that spirit to others. Everyone in his life knew that if they ever needed anything, he would do his very best to help. If he didn’t know you, he would make a point to find a common connection and build from there. The exact number of lives he touched will never truly be known. However, while in the hospital, an estimated three hundred friends from all walks of life came to wish him well. Jolly is proof that by treating others the way you want to be treated, you will continually be blessed.

Jolly adored his community and was involved in so many different aspects of the city he loved! You might have encountered him flipping burgers at the baseball field, tailgating at the UofA, inspecting new projects around town, shaking the hands of all public service members, supporting Bulldog athletics, conversing with visitors during Bikes, Blues and BBQ , or all around the city just giving back and being “Jolly”, the man we all knew and loved!

Mark “Jolly’ Jordan was all about being willing to lend a helping hand in any way he could. It would make him so happy to know that as we pursue this journey on earth, each one of us will continue his legacy by looking for ways to extend acts of kindness to those we encounter each day.

To sign the online guest book, please visit www. nelsonberna.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Barbara “Susie” Lewis, age 68, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away peacefully Thursday, May 24, 2018. She was born in Los Alamos, N.M., on Feb. 19, 1950, to Charles and Jewel (Estetter) Dunning.

Her life was defined by a servant spirit, always caring for those around her. She spent the majority of her professional life at the University of Arkansas, passionately serving and connecting with students. She raised three determined and intelligent children. She was a lifelong learner that could always share something new. Above all, she never missed an opportunity to glowingly speak of the latest accomplishments of her children and four grandchildren. She blessed her friends and family with strength and compassion.

She is survived by her sons, David and Matthew; daughter, Sarah and her husband Ethan; grandsons, Evan and Anderson; granddaughters, Mollie and Lennon; mother, Jewel; and sisters, Melinda, Amy and Beth.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Edwin Dunning, and husband Douglas Ivey Lewis of Currie, N.C.

Her memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on June 2, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church of Bentonville.

Donations can be made to the Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Northwest Arkansas. http://www.spsfnwa.org/

Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home Fayetteville. Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.

GARFIELD — Homer

Glen Mahurin, 81, of Garfield died May 25.

Survivors are his daughter; sister, Fern Musteen.

Service set for 2 p.m. May 29 at Sisco Funeral Home Chapel in Pea Ridge. Burial in Mahurin Cemetery. Visitation will start at 1 p.m. before the service.

Online condolences may be made at siscofuneralhome. net.

GARFIELD — Janet

Darlene Schnider, 74, of Garfield, Ark., passed away, Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at home. She was born March 17, 1944, in Walla Walla, Wash., to Lloyd and Mavis Kimmell Merscham.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed working in her yard and nurturing her beautiful flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lloyd Guy Merscham, Jr. and Gary Wayne Merscham; brother-in-law, Gary Dryden; and sister-in-law, Mary Merscham.

Janet is survived by her husband of 55 years, Richard Schnider; two daughters, Tammy Hubbart and husband, Tony of Augusta, Kan., Tawny Sandifer and husband, Bob of Pittsburg, Kan.; five grandchildren, Brady and fiancé Haleigh, Brittni, Braxton, Grant and Logan; one great-grandson, Ryker; one brother, Clay Merscham and wife, Margerita; and three sisters, Judy Dryden, Cheri Gartin and husband, John and Rosalyn Liggatt and husband, Larry.

Graveside services will be at Girard Cemetery, Thursday, May 31, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in Girard, Kan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Janet Schnider to St. Jude at www.stjude.org/donate.

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

HUNTSVILLE —

Wynona “Peaches” Wolfe,

61, of Huntsville passed away Thursday, May 24, 2018, at Circle of Life Hospice. She was born July 22, 1956 in Welch, Okla., to Floyd Snider and Loretta Turner-Snider. She was preceded in death by her father; two sisters, Glenda Carlisle and Joanna Taylor; and stepson, Steven Hudson.

Survivors include her longtime companion and caregiver, Jimmy Graham, of the home; son, Benny Earl Phillips of Washington; mother, Loretta Scuddy of Huntsville; two brothers, John Wayne Snider and wife Rita and Floyd Lee Snider Jr. and wife Sandra, both of Huntsville; two sisters, Ruby Estep and husband Lee of Huntsville and Gaylene Morrell and husband Lee of Harrison; granddaughter, Kaylin Phillips of Hendersonville, Tenn.; stepchildren, Timothy Lee Graham of Garfield, Ark., James Graham of Springdale and Christy Westlin of Fayetteville; and several other family members and friends.

A graveside service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at Mount Olive Cemetery in Kingston.

Funeral services will be under the direction of Madison County Funeral Service of Huntsville.

Please visit www.madisoncountyfuneralservice.com to leave the family an online condolence.

LOWELL — Doctor

Johnny L. Dillard, a friend of, and an advocate for veterans, passed away March 14, 2018 in Lowell, Ark.

Born May 16, 1948, in Clarksville, Ark., he graduated from Lamar High School in 1966. He was an exceptional athlete and track letterman at his University and graduated with a B.S. in Physical Education from the University of the Ozarks in 1970.

After University graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps and attended Officers Candidate School, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Va., where he received his commission as a Second Lieutenant. He was transferred to the Marine Corps Basic School, Quantico, Va., and after completion of The Basic School, was transferred to Okinawa, joining the Fleet Marine Forces. A Vietnam veteran and later a First Lieutenant, he was transferred to Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, Calif., where he finished his active Marine Corps service.

Upon his release from active duty, he was an Arkansas public school teacher, administrator and athletic coach. Concurrently, he was a member of the Arkansas National Guard, serving in many company and battalion leadership positions. His reputation as leader, academician, and tactical officer in the Arkansas National Guard lead to his assignment as a staff member of the Army ROTC unit at Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Ark., where he served as executive officer and professor of Military Science. Later he was transferred to the Army National Guard Bureau, Department of Defense, Washington, D.C. He retired from the National Guard Bureau as a Lieutenant Colonel.

While in the Washington, D.C., region, he was a teacher, a senior instructor for HUD, defense supplier and contractor and a consultant. He continued his education thoroughout his lifetime; in addition to his B.S. from the University of the Ozarks, earning degrees from the University of Arkansas (M.E.), the University of Mississippi (A.D.B.), and Southwest University (Ph.D.).

In Lowell, Ark., he was Chief Executive Officer of Central Research, Inc. which was recognized as one of the top 100 disabled veteran-owned organizations in America. He was an active member of the Alumni Association Board, University of the Ozarks, Marine Corps League and his church, Grace Baptist Church, Rogers, Ark.

He is survived by four children: Jennifer Ham (Joseph) of Alma, Scott Dillard (Jennifer) of Rogers, Patrick Dillard (Rachel) of Rogers, and Elizabeth Cain (Cameron) of Alexandria, Va.; 10 grandchildren: Reagan, Kristen, Madden, Addison, Madelyn, Kaitlyn, Landry, Zoey, Luke, and Piper; his siblings: Joyce

Wilkins of Lamar, Charles Dillard of Lamar, Terry Dillard of Lamar, Larry Dillard of Van Buren, and Bryant Dillard of Farmington.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Dillard; parents, Loyd and Claudine Dillard; and sister, Judy Sparks.

Celebration of Life will be Wednesday, May 30, Grace Baptist Church (Rogers) at 10 and University of the Ozarks Chapel (Clarksville) at 3. Burial will be later at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to NWA Toys For Tots, 6301 South 57th Street, Rogers, 72758; via website, https://toysfortots. org/donate/Default.aspx Rogers, Arkansas chapter.

PEA RIDGE — Ruby Lea Browning Ross, 80, of Pea Ridge, Ark., went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at her home. She was born Aug. 4, 1937, in Hiwasse, Ark., to William Leo Browning and Ima Jeane Crissman Browning.

She was an avid gardener, loved canning the food that she grew and thoroughly enjoyed raising her peony flowers.

Ruby was the family matriarch, drawing in and holding her family together. She would plan and host family gatherings as well as loving and nurturing each and everyone.

Ruby retired from RTW Industrial Plant in Bentonville after 25 years of service.

Ruby is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 50 years, Dean Ross; and a brother, Chester Browning.

Ruby is survived by her two daughters, Leann Ross of Rogers, Ark., and Beth Wilson of Seligman, Mo.; one son, Earl Ross and wife, Kim of Avoca, Ark.; one brother, James Browning of Bentonville; two sisters, Wilma Cooper of Centerton, Ark., and Jodi Kizzar of Bentonville, Ark.; seven grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and countless good friends made over a lifetime.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Hiwasse with Pastor Bob Cemer officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services in Rogers.

Memories may be shared at stockdale-moodyfs.com.

PRAIRIE GROVE — Clifton Tafford Clark, 90, of Prairie Grove, died May 25, 2018, at home. Clifton was born Aug. 9, 1927, in Locust Grove, Ark., to Sybil and Brady Clark.

After high school, he enjoyed a short stint of minor league baseball as catcher for the Detroit Lions farm team before serving in the U.S. Army

in Hawaii during the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor bombing. He returned home in 1950 to marry Phyllis Clark and attend Arkansas College in Batesville, Arkansas, where he played basketball and football while earning a degree in education. He was a teacher, basketball coach, principal and superintendent of schools in Pleasant Grove, Ark., and later in Melbourne, Ark. He was part owner of an LP gas business and auto parts store for a few years before he began a career in 1969 with the U.S. Agriculture Department (A.S.C.S.). He received a federal appointment to be State Director of Agriculture and served in this capacity during the Bush and Reagan administrations and retired in 1988 to Batesville, Ark.

Clifton enjoyed all things sports, hunting quail, fishing for crappie, and he enjoyed laughing and carrying on with friends and family. He was a devout Methodist, always serving in leadership roles and teaching Sunday School until his last day. He was a man of principle, strong work ethic, good character and faithful to God and country, friends, and family. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.

Clifton was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters Mildred Ezekiel and Floy Lee Owens of Kansas City, Mo.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Phyllis Clark; one son, Phillips Clark and his wife, Doris, of Bentonville, Ark.; one daughter, Beth Everett, and husband, John Everett, of Prairie Grove; three grandchildren, Cameron and Caitlin Clark of Bentonville, and Jackson Diebold of Prairie Grove; two sisters, Zelda Carrier of Prairie Village, Kan., and Fayrene Holder of Malvern; one brother, Chester Clark of Batesville.

A memorial service will be held at the Viney Grove Methodist Church in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, on Wednesday, May 30, 2018, at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the charity of your choice.

Online guest book: www. luginbuel.com.

ROGERS — Victor Norman Brown, age 94, of Rogers, Ark., died Friday, May 25, 2018, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark. He was born Oct. 16, 1923, at Apperson, Okla., the son of Leonidas Fredrick and Jesse Maud Miller Brown.

Vic served in the United States Army during World War II in the 273rd Infantry Battalion, located in France.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Pauline Helen Suhler Brown; a daughter, Lana Kay Brown Bearden; a granddaughter, Gina Scherer Brown; as well as his parents; two sisters; and eight brothers.

Vic is survived by a son, Dan Brown (Virgie) of Rogers, Ark.; daughters, Linda Brown Monroe of Rogers, Ark., and

Vickie Brown Taylor (Tim) of Hutchinson, Kan.; as well as nine grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

He operated Brown’s Custom Trim in Rogers, Ark., for over 30 years, and served on the Boards of the Highway 94 East Fire Department, and the Highway 94E Water District. Prior to moving to Rogers, Ark., in 1972, he was the owner of Brown’s Body and Trim Shop in Lyons, Kan., for many years.

The family will receive friends at Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th, Rogers, Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. with funeral services at 6 p.m. Interment in the Rogers Cemetery.

In place of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Circle of Life Hospice.

Online condolences to www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com.

ROGERS — Helen C. Carrington, 94, of Rogers, Ark., gently embraced the arms of Jesus on May 9, 2018, at Circle of Life Legacy Village in Bentonville, Ark. Her hand was being held by her daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter as she made her heavenly transition. Helen was born Dec. 30, 1923, to Edward and Hazel Clickner in Hutchinson, Kan.

Helen was a graduate of the University of Kansas and obtained her degree in Home Economics. She went on to teach students both at the college and elementary levels. Helen was a member of Chi Omega Sorority and served on the Rogers Panhellenic Committee. Chi Omega Sorority was very dear to her heart. On April 5, 2018, she was recognized on her 75 years of membership in Chi Omega. She was very honored and humbled by this kind gesture.

Helen was known for her words of kindness to anyone she came into contact with. Her smile was contagious. She was gracious, loving and had the gift of hospitality for both family and friends. Her love for others was evident in how she taught her grandchildren the important things in life. Helen’s most rewarding fulfillment was being a mom, a grandmother and an “Amo” to her great-grandchildren. She always reminded them of her love for them by saying, “I love you, a bushel and a peck!”

She was a member of St. Theodore’s Episcopal Church in Bella Vista, Ark. One of her greatest joys was serving as a volunteer at Mercy Hospital in Rogers.

Helen is survived by a daughter, Ann Dubbell and son-in-law, Paul Dubbell; six grandchildren, Elizabeth Dubbell Beck, Eric Dubbell (Carrie), Chris Dubbell (Kristin), Beth Welborn (Sammy), Paul Carrington (Amy) and Andrew Carrington (Angie); and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Charles Edward Carrington in 1986 and her beloved husband, Bill, on Feb. 1, 2018. They would have celebrated

their 72nd wedding anniversary on May 4, 2018.

The family would like to thank the Innisfree Health and Rehab staff for loving her and treating her like family for the last 4 ½ years and Circle of Life Legacy Village in Bentonville for their compassionate care during her final days with us.

A Celebration of Life will be held on at 11 a.m., Friday, June 1, 2018. at Fellowship Bible Church of NWA, Training Center Chapel, 1051 W. Pleasant Grove Road in Rogers.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in memory of Helen Carrington to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at www.jdrf.org or JDRF, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, N.Y., 10004.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services in Rogers.

Memories may be shared at stockdale-moodyfs.com.

ROGERS — Dana Karol Welty Kappen, 51, of Rogers died Friday, May 25, 2018, at Northwest Medical Center located in Springdale. She was born Jan. 4, 1967, in Hobbs, N.M., the daughter of Koenia Palmer and Wayne Welty.

She graduated from Rogers High School in 1985 where she excelled playing the saxophone and loved playing in the Jazz Band. She was also member and past-president of the Key Club.

She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Arkansas in Mathematics and her Master’s Degree in School Counseling from John Brown University.

She was a teacher for many years, beginning her career in 1990 at Siloam Springs Junior High School. She taught Mathematics at Oakdale Junior High in Rogers where she was a faculty sponsor of both FCA and Odyssey of the Mind. She completed her teaching career at Lingle Middle School located in Rogers.

Dana was an active member of First Baptist Rogers, where she worked with the College and Careers Life Group for many years, and has served faithfully as greeter at the Friday Community Meal served at the church where she enjoyed visiting and ministering to those who were served weekly. She loved traveling especially to Santa Fe, N.M., and many other places. Dana loved to go on cruises and spend quality time with her family.

Dana is survived by “The joy of her life” one daughter, Erica Kappen, of Rogers; her parents, Koenia and Wayne Welty, of Rogers; one sister, Lisa Auten and her husband Trey, of Rogers; the father of her child, Eric Kappen, of Bella Vista; her faithful companion of 13 years, Bill Moore, of Rogers; one niece, Emily Auten, of Rogers; her maternal grandparents, Vida and Patrick F. Palmer, of Texas; her aunts and uncles, Vanessa Engeldahl, of Texas; Pamela Fritz and her husband Eric, of Colorado; Tamara DeGraffenried and her husband, Doug,

of Louisiana; Scott Palmer and his wife Donna, of Texas; Randall and Shirley Welty, of New Mexico; Connie Welty, of New Mexico; many cousins, including Becky Welty, of New Mexico; and many other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at First Baptist Rogers located on Pleasant Grove Road.

Funeral service will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Rogers located on Pleasant Grove Road with Pastor Wes George and Pastor Mark Maier officiating. Interment will be at Pinnacle Memorial Gardens located in Rogers.

Memorials may be sent to First Baptist Rogers to the “Community Meal.”

Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home Bentonville. Condolences: www.epting funeralhome.webs.com.

SPRINGDALE — Marilyn Louise Pepe, 83, of Springdale, died Thursday, May 24, 2018. Marilyn was born March 13, 1935, in Johnstown, N.Y., to Philip and Louise Clifford. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Visit Marilyn’s online memorial at www.WestfieldChapel.com.

SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. — Auston Logan Larson, 27, of Sierra Vista, Ariz., went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2018. He was born April 10, 1991, in Indianapolis, Ind., to Arte Larson III and April Gleason Larson.

Auston loved his family, the Indiana Pacers, fishing and turtles.

He was preceded in death by his grandma, Joyce Larson.

He is survived by his parents, April Gleason of Eugene, Ore., Arte Larson III of Huntsville, Ark., and Bill (Sunny) Marion of Queen Creek, Ariz.; grandparents, Arte “Pop” Larson Jr of Springdale, Ark., and Terry and Judy Gleason of Farmland, Ind.; two sisters, Autumn (Steve) Daugherty of Mesa, Ariz., Kayla (Michael) Smith of Brown County, Ind.; three brothers, Arte Larson IV of Hawaii, Seth Marion of Mesa, Ariz., Jacob Marion of Phoenix, Ariz.; and several uncles and aunts including Mike Larson of Bella Vista, Ark., Rick (Cari) DeLaughter of Springdale, Ark., and Kelly (Marie) Kane of Gravette, Ark.; as well as several nieces and nephews. He always felt he was the favorite uncle.

A memorial celebration was held Sunday, April 29, in Chandler, Ariz.

To honor Auston’s life, please donate to Teen Challenge or the drug treatment/ prevention program of your choice or to a turtle rescue program.

WICHITA, Kan. — Hazel D. Pape Barrett, age 84, of Wichita, Kan., formerly of Fayetteville, went to meet her Lord and Savior Wednesday May 23, 2018, in Wichita. She was born July 11, 1933, in Grayville, Ill., to John Reynolds

and Marie Johnson.

Hazel married Harold Pape on Aug. 8, 1952, just six weeks after they first met. Harold and Hazel moved to Fayetteville in 1980, and were married for almost 50 years before his death in 2002.

She was a member of Believers Baptist Church in Wichita, Kan.

Hazel was a military wife and stay-at-home mom. She volunteered as a Gray Lady for the Red Cross, Girl Scout leader, and church treasurer, and held part-time secretarial and tax preparation positions.

She was a good cook, and once hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for 34. Although she enjoyed cruising, crafting, jigsaw puzzles, and playing cards with her friends, her greatest love was her family.

She is survived by two daughters, Sharon Dell of Wichita, Kan., Yvonne (Doug) Hewett of Boise, Idaho; one son, Harold (Deugkyoung) Pape of Meriden, Conn.; two sisters, Rose Marie Cole of St. Peters, Mo., Joyce Hancock of Cave City, Ark.; one brother, David (Linda) Reynolds of Irvington, Ill.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 10 a.m.–11 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at Moore’s Chapel, with service to follow. Burial will be at the Fayetteville National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market St, Wichita, Kan., 67202.

HARLINGEN, Texas — Mary “Maxine” Creech-Morrison, age 88, a past resident of Rogers, Ark., passed away Monday, March 19, 2018, in Harlingen, Texas.

She was born Sept. 16, 1929, in Bradley, Okla., the daughter of Clyde and Chloe Grimsley.

Maxine and her first husband, Bill Creech, lived in Rogers, Ark., until their retirement in the 1980s. Creech owned and operated the Elegante Hair Salon in Rogers and The Rogers Beauty Academy for many years.

She was a lifelong member of the PTA and was very active in this organization holding many offices while her children were in school.

She enjoyed playing golf, bowling, playing bridge and was known to be a competitive adversary.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, William “Bill” Creech, whom she had been married to for 60 years; son, Phillip Creech; and her second husband, Stewart Nelson Morrison.

Survivors include her son, William “Mike” Creech and wife Charlotte; daughter, Janet Hudgins and husband Mike; grandchildren, Michelle Creech, Thomas Stephen Linehan II, Stephanie Lomme, Jonathan Hudgins and Kathryn Hudgins; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held Friday, June 1, 2018, at 2 p.m. at the Fayetteville National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Ark.