Obituaries

OBITUARIES Information for the obituaries and funeral notices below was supplied to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Advertising Department by funeral homes. For more information including cost and deadlines contact the advertising department at (501) 378-3889. BENTONVILLE — Helen

Louise Bridge of Bentonville went to be with her Lord Jesus on June 13, 2018. She was born on Dec. 22, 1932, in Springlake, Texas, to the late Louis and Mildred Bolinger.

Helen will be remembered as a woman of strong Christian faith who trusted in the Lord for guidance. She worked as a bookkeeper in both Texas and Arkansas, and retired from the office of the superintendent for Bentonville schools.

She was a member of First Baptist Bentonville, and, when she could no longer attend, continued receiving the Gospel through weekly Sunday morning services by Brother Hal Graves at Innisfree Independent Living.

She leaves behind her children, Janis Strahan and husband Gary, Mark Bridge and wife Brenda; grandchildren, Shonda Branscum, Colemen Strahan; great-grandchildren, Bryce, Brooke, and Bailie Branscum; and a brother, Leroy Bolinger.

She joins in Heaven her parents; her husband, Robert Bridge; and her son, Terry Bridge.

All are invited to visit with the family from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 17, at Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. A service of rejoicing in Helen’s life will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Monday at Rollins. Burial will follow in Highfill Cemetery.

BENTONVILLE — Mable Ruth Kiesel, of Bentonville, 90, passed June 12, 2018. Wife to Otto Kiesel. Mother of six. Grandmother to 70. Survived by children: Robin, Anthony, Janet, Linda, & Donna. Shirley forever remembered. Loved much. Much loved. Visitation: Today, Saturday, June 16, Callison-Lough Funeral Home, Bentonville, 12-2 p.m. Service following. Arrangements are under the care of Callison-Lough Funeral Home in Bentonville. www.CallisonLoughFH.com.

BENTONVILLE —

Donald Joseph Rearden

of Bentonville, Ark., left this world to be with his heavenly Father on June 13, 2018, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife, Audrey Gill Rearden, and children Kelly Green, Eugene Rearden, Andrea Bernath, Joseph Rearden, and Bridgit Ducker. He is also survived by his brother, Rev. Patrick Rearden, of Chicago, and sister, Mary Alice Ward, of California, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by Mary Jo Rearden, mother of their five children. Don was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Benton County Memorial Park Funeral Home.

FAYETTEVILLE — Iola Frances Ellegood Elder

passed away peacefully at Clarity Point in Fayetteville, June 7. Born in Weiner, Ark., on Christmas Day 1918. Iola was raised in Jonesboro by her parents William and Doris Ellegood.

She married her high school sweetheart Frank Elder on Oct. 29, 1940. Over the years, they lived in all four corners of Arkansas and Little Rock, finally settling in Bella Vista where Iola lived for over 40 years.

Iola was a founding member of the Bella Vista Garden club formed in 1972 and founding member of the Bella Vista First United Methodist Church formed in 1976.

Iola was predeceased by her husband, Frank; her eldest son, Roland Elder; and her sister, Deloris Peterson, who recently deceased at 100 years of age.

She is survived by her son, Bill Elder and Karan of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Boyd Elder and Debra, Grace Ann Johnson and Mike, Meredith Hendricks and Peter Nierengarten; and five great-grandchildren.

Her ashes will be interned with her family at Walnut Lake Memorial Cemetery in Dumas, Ark., at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Bella Vista Garden Club or the Bella Vista First United Methodist Church.

To sign the online guest book, visit www.moores funeralchapel.com.

GARFIELD — Mrs.

Valerie Dee Johnson

Grinder, age 62, of Garfield, Ark., passed away on June 12, 2018, at her home. Valerie was born on Nov. 25, 1955, in Fairbanks, Alaska, to the late Alton and Virginia Peck Johnson.

Valerie was an avid animal lover, had an exceptional skill with gardening and enjoyed spending time outdoor. She will be dearly missed.

Mrs. Grinder is survived by her children, Douglas Wayne Hency of Garfield and Christina Hazelbaker of Rogers; her grandchildren, Lacy, Dakota, Hunter and Blake Hazelbaker; brother, Allen Ray Johnson of Kansas City, Mo., and sister, Sandra Lee Walters of Bella Vista.

No services are scheduled at this time; arrangements by Benton County Memorial Park Funeral Home, Rogers, Ark.

HUNTSVILLE — Stefany

Mignon Faulkner, 47, of Huntsville departed her journey on earth Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Washington Regional Medical Center. She was born July 17, 1970, in Harrison, Ark., to Gary and Wanda Faulkner.

She will be remembered as having a sweet smile, giving heart and when she was well she was involved with her children’s lives.

She leaves behind her beloved children, Logan McCollough and Hattie Ann McCollough; parents, Gary and Wanda Faulkner, all of Huntsville; brothers, Gary Jr. and wife Mary of Fayetteville and Perry and wife Jalene of Center Ridge, Ark.; sister, Kim Campbell and husband Lorne of Springdale; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be noon2 p.m., Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Living Water Baptist Church, 2668 Madison County 8735, Huntsville. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Stephen Martin officiating. Burial will be at Drakes Creek Cemetery. Funeral services will be under the direction of Madison County Funeral Service of Huntsville.

Pallbearers will be Perry Faulkner, Gary Faulkner, Logan McCollough, Trent Cotton, Guy Wilcox and Chad McCone. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Walker, Robert Caler, Randall Parker, Charlie Johnson, Tom Marshall, Al Sperduto, Isiah McMillian and Lonnie Garrett.

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