Obituaries

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BELLA VISTA — Audrey Louise Sidler Glass, 95, Bella Vista, Ark., died Jan. 4, 2019. She was born July 1 1923, in Chicago, Ill.

She is survived by her brother, two daughters, two sons, eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Life celebration will be held Jan. 26 at 4 p.m. at The Plaza. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.

BELLA VISTA — R. Dean Knadler, husband, father, grandfather, friend, passed away in December 2018, after a 2½ year struggle with a variety of illnesses. He was 79 years old.

A native of California, Dean also spent his teen years in Arizona and New Mexico, where he graduated from Gallup High School. He was the admired big brother to three younger brothers, David, George, and Charles.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Bill and Ione, and his youngest brother, Charles.

Dean married in 1960 and became the father of two wonderful daughters, Tammy and Jackie. After that marriage dissolved, Dean married the love of his life, Jean, and became the father of a third daughter, Suzi.

In 1969, Dean became a deputy sheriff with San Bernardino County, Calif. He had a great career rising through the ranks and was the first chief of police for the 29 Palms Substation in the high desert of San Bernardino County. He subsequently retired as captain of the Specialized Detective Division, including homicide, crimes against children, arson/bomb, SWAT, and forgery/fraud.

He retired to Bella Vista in 1998, where he spent his golden years enjoying life, making many new friends, and playing abundant golf. He was an active member of Highlands Methodist Church, the Bentonville Rotary Club, and was a 20-year member of the Bella Vista Men’s Chorus.

He will be greatly missed by Jean, his wife of 40 years, his daughters, Tammy Heiman of San Bernardino, Calif., Jackie Holloway of Phoenix, Ariz., and Suzanne Roberts of Plano, Texas; a grandson, Jeramie Holloway, and a granddaughter, Maia Roberts.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, at 11 a.m. at Highlands Methodist Church, 371 Glasgow, Bella Vista, Ark.

In lieu of flowers donations in Dean’s memory may be made to the HUMC Music program, Bella Vista Men’s Chorus, or Circle of Life.

Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.

BELLA VISTA — James “Jim” Joseph McGreal III, age 59, passed away on Dec. 26, 2018, in Bella Vista, Ark., due to complications from a recent illness.

Ji m wa s born in Chicago and lived in Rockford and Peoria, Ill., and Royal Oak, Mich., before moving to Bella Vista, Ark.. A beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, and co-worker, Jim was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife and best friend Helen Dansker; his children Megan (Nate) Papi-Wark and Sean McGreal; parents James Joseph and Kerstin McGreal; siblings Michael McGreal (Laura) and Lisa McGreal-Harrison; stepchildren Jennifer Mrkobrad (Matt), Jeffrey Holman (Allison), their five children; many treasured nieces and nephews; many friends, including John Zhang; and his beloved golden retrievers, Jerry and Gracie.

He enjoyed a successful career with positions at Kroger, his own company, Advanced Learning Systems, Walmart, and Reasor’s Foods. His many passions included fishing, boating, power walks, blues music, rescuing mid-century furniture, spontaneous roadtrips, seeking out vintage flea-market finds, and “chips and dips.”

Jim had an undeniable ability to brighten any room with his sense of humor, easy smile, and generous spirit. He was a source of support to all who knew him, and his legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone with whom he interacted.

A celebration of life will be held in the spring, with future announcement of details to come. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Bella Vista Animal Shelter, Eureka Springs Art Council, or the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.

Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.

BELLA VISTA — John E. McWilliams Jr., 91, recently of Bella Vista, Ark., died Dec. 28, 2018, in Rogers, Ark. He was born Aug. 16, 1927, in Glenshaw, Pa., to John and Madeline ( McKnight) McWilliams. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Timothy McWilliams; his children’s mother, Colleen McCahan McWilliams; and his sister, Mary Jane Long.

Survivors include his wife, Diane McWilliams; children John McWilliams III (Mary) of Pensacola, Fla.; Deborah Balliew (Jeff) of Arlington, Texas; Jeffrey McWilliams (Judy) of Woodlands, Texas; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, at Trinity Grace Presbyterian Church, 5845 Bellview Road, Rogers, Ark., with Dr. Chris Miller officiating.

Private interment will be at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Ark.

Memorial donations may be made to Ligonier Ministries, 421 Ligonier Ct., Sanford, Fla., 32771, or Trinity Grace Church, 5845 Bellview Road, Rogers, Ark., 72758, or to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark., 72762, or online: https://4agc.com/donation_pages/2f0db50b-8093-4b938625-6960247b819e.

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

BELLA VISTA — Janis Sue Brower Zachary, 74, of Bella Vista, Ark., passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, at Concordia Nursing & Rehab in Bella Vista. She was born Jan. 29, 1944, in El Reno, Okla., to Oscar Thomas Brower and Lillie Margaret Giles Brower.

Janis married the love of her life, Thomas Ralph Zachary on Jan. 22, 1962.

She is survived by her two daughters, Leslie Zachary of Fayetteville, Ark., Meredith Tinney and husband Keith of Krugerville, Texas; one son, Matthew Zachary of Bentonville, Ark.; eight grandchildren, Morgan Walls and husband, Drew of Huffman, Texas, William Waller of Austin, Texas, Dakota and Hayden Tinney of Krugerville, Texas, Daniel Curtis of Rogers, Ark., Aaron, Wyatt and Gracelyn Zachary of Bentonville, Ark.; one sister, Mary Margaret Easley of Colcord, Okla.; sisters-in-law, Linda Brower of Duncan, Okla., and Mary Sayre and husband, Steve of El Reno, Okla., and many other loving nieces, nephews and family members.

Janis’s great loves were her family, her faith, and especially her eight wonderful grandchildren. She was an avid reader and loved cooking, knitting and sewing for her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband Tom; parents Oscar and Lillie; brother Thom Brower; and brotherin-law Russell Easley.

Memorial services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, at Cross Church in Rogers. Burial will follow at 2 p. m. at Easley Family Cemetery outside of Siloam Springs, Ark.

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

BENTONVILLE — Chris Lea Gaddis, 62, of Bentonville, died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. Chris was born Aug. 1, 1956, in Vinita, Okla., to Warren Lea Gaddis and Virginia Rose Sparks Gaddis.

Chris is survived by his daughter, Alexis Nicole Lemke and her husband Matthew and a son Christian Cameron Gaddis and the mother of his two children Jonelle Gaddis and his sister Judy Lea Campbell.

Private family memorial services will be held at a later date.

Online condolences, www.WestfieldChapel.com.

CONWAY — Velma Sue Liddell, 82, of Conway passed away Jan. 10. She was born to the late Arden and Ethel Rader, April 23, 1936, in Fayetteville, Ark.

Ve l ma graduated from Fayetteville High School in 1954. She married the late Stewart Liddell in 1954 and they lived in Fayetteville. Velma was a home maker and member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness in Fayetteville.

She was predeceased by her loving husband in 2004 and brothers Lonnie and Charles Rader.

Velma is survived by her children, Steven (Lora) Liddell of Conway, Stacey (Kathy) Liddell of Bothell, Scott Liddell of Fayetteville; brother Kenneth Rader of Prairie Grove; sister Blanche ( Carle) Liddell of Fayetteville; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Burial in Fayetteville will be determined. In lieu of flowers, make contributions to Alzheimer’s Research. Veasley Funeral Home- Conway, ( 501) 3586300. www.veasleyfuneralhome.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Augustine C. (Gus) Buss, 81, of Fayetteville passed away peacefully in his sleep Jan. 7, 2019. He was born Feb. 10, 1937, in Scranton, Ark., the son of Herman and Helen Buss.

Gus graduated from Subiaco Academy and served in the Marine Corps.

He was a mechanical contractor in Fayetteville for many years and devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

He is survived by Anne Buss and their children Sharon Buss-Rosso, Mary Kaye Oxford, Mikki Moffett, Chris Buss and Hilary McCasland; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; his two brothers Raymond Buss and Eugene Buss.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary Ann Owens.

A rosary will be held in his honor Sunday, Jan. 13, 5 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Barling. A memorial service will be held at Subiaco Abbey, St. Benedict Church at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan.18 officiated by long-time friend and, Father Jerome Kodell.

In lieu of flowers please make any donations to Subiaco Abbey.

To sign the online guest book visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Danny Wayne “Dan” Maestri, 74, of Fayetteville, died Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019. He was born May 2, 1944, in Greenwood, Ark., to the late Allen and Ruth Lewis Maestri. Dan was a teacher, inventor, pilot, entrepreneur, and baker. A graduate of Greenwood High and the University of Arkansas, his love of teaching led him to Springdale where he taught high school chemistry.

His love of science led him to Ralston Purina as a diagnostic laboratory manager developing vaccines and mechanisms for the safe handling and consumption of poultry. His clever inventions promoted him to regional quality assurance director and a subsequent risk management position at Hudson Foods, where he created a self-funded health insurance plan for their employees. This was so successful he began creating plans for other companies until venturing out on his own to start Risk Management Council in Bentonville. There, he persuaded Sam Walton to self-fund Walmart’s health insurance while his company managed their claims.

Risk Management would eventually administer programs for 450,000 participants nationwide. It was during this time he developed a passion for flying and obtained his helicopter license. Always turning a passion into a business, he started a helicopter company to escort businessmen to regional destinations. His clients included Bill Clinton and former Razorback coach, Lou Holtz.

Risk management led him to Kentucky, but it was there he fell in love again with teaching. He became the science department head at Christian Academy of Louisville, teaching physics, chemistry, biology, and anatomy. There, he stumbled upon a bread recipe and an old yeast starter he inherited from a friend. This began a lifelong passion for bread making. After a brief stint in North Carolina, he returned to Northwest Arkansas spending his final years teaching and selling his bread at farmer’s markets and local restaurants.

His last venture with POP’s ( PzeroP) Southern Sourdough Bread was a labor of love sealing his legacy as a baker. His best returns came when giving away bread to friends, family, and strangers. His final days were spent reminiscing with his children as his body failed to keep up with his brilliant mind.

He is survived by five children, Dana Renfrow and husband Todd of Bentonville, Dustin Maestri and wife Jamie of Springdale, Devon Maestri and wife Courtney of Columbus, Ohio, Dani Madison and husband Dierek of Gravette, Shalane Adkinson and husband Travis of Louisville, Ky.; and 22 grandchildren, Hayden, Hayley (Danny), Reagan, Ryan, Elli, Emma, Katelyn (Dillon), Madelyn, Grant, Garrett, Will, Miller, Mallory, Laurel, Drew, Drake, Darbi, Jordan, Harlin, Judah, Shiloh and Micah.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Allen, in infancy, and Mike Maestri.

A memorial service is being planned for later in the summer. Arrangements are with Heritage Funeral Home, online obituary and guestbook at www.heritageofnwa.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Charles Conlee Tillotson, 72, of Fayetteville, Ark ., passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at his home. Charles was born on April 12, 1946, in Wichita, Kan., a son of the late Charles Leroy Tillotson and Velda (Penny) Tillotson.

He served in the Navy, then later in life retired from Tyson Foods and was a member of the Pathway Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Ark. He was a ham radio operator and an amateur golfer.

Charles is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Tillotson of the home; two sons, Michael Tillotson and Melinda Graham of Cave Springs, Ark., and Jeffrey Tillotson of Bentonville, Ark.; one grandson, Seth Jacob Tillotson of Fayetteville, Ark.; four siblings, Penny Rosendale of Haysville, Kan., Donald Tillotson of Derby, Kan., Boyd Tillotson and wife Tina of Mountain Home, Ark., and Amy Holt of Washington; several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at the Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Chapel in Springdale, Ark., from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, at the Pathway Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Ark. Pastor Jeremy Flanagan will officiate the service. Donations can be made in his name to the Highlands Oncology Group in Fayetteville, Ark. ( 479) 587-1700. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.backstrom-pyeatte.com.

HUNTSVILLE — Shirley Jean Parker, 81, of Huntsville, died Jan. 9, 2019, at Fayetteville. She was born Feb. 14, 1937, in Havensville, Kan.; to John and Edna Cobb Wanner.

Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Jan. 14, 2019, at Sparks Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.

ROGERS — Bobby Glenn

Bise, age 84, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. He was born in Stuart, Okla., on June 23, 1934, to Thomas Jefferson and Runie Marie ( Landcaster) Bise.

He was preceded in death by both parents, his wife Mary, brothers Loyde and Bill Bise, father-inlaw William Jasper Cook, mother-in-law Nancy Ann Cook and son-inlaw Darrell Wayne Haskins.

He is survived by his sons, Thomas and wife Debbie Bise of Pea Ridge, Ark., James and his wife Vera Bise of Bentonville, Ark.; daughter Margaret Haskins of Denison, Texas; brother Kenneth and wife Mary Bise of Achille, Okla.; Sister Dorotha and husband David Garrett of Achille, Okla.; seven grandchildren and 19 great- grandchildren.

Visitation will be held in the Rollins Funeral Chapel on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Funeral services will be held in the Rollins Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at 10 a.m.

Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs, Ark.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Meals on Wheels of Benton County, www.mow-bentonco.org.

Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home of Rogers, www.RollinsFuenral.com.

ROGERS — Shirley J. Cottingham, 71, of Rogers passed away Friday, Jan. 10, 2019 at her home. She was born Aug. 4, 1947, in Little Rock, Ark., to Frank and Mary Deaton Thompson.

Shirley worked as a buyer for Walmart. She loved to work with her hands, doing genealogy, children and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, Michael Cottingham of the home; five sons, Mark, Donald, Terry, Michael and Darren; one daughter, Jennifer; one brother, Mike Thompson; one sister, Sandra Escamilla, 12 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. No services are planned. Memorials may be made to cancer research.

Online condolences may be left at www.siscofuneral.com.

ROGERS—Joan Elizabeth Mrsny “Jodi”, age 72, of Rogers, died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. Joan was born May 21, 1946, in El Campo, Texas.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Esther Belle Smith Shepard; her brothers, James Lloyd Shepard and Pete Shepard; and a sister, Billye Joyce Shepard.

Joan is survived by her husband, Johnny; three children, Kimberly Luker and husband Dyson, David K. Pyle and wife Krysti, Jill Mrsny Metz and husband Ken; six grandchildren, Sarah, Emily, Madison, Cooper John, Lauren and Deric; and a great-grandchild, Georgia Kaye. A private family celebration of life will be held at a later late.

Online condolences, www.WestfieldChapel.com.

ROGERS — Raymond Leo “Ray” Voorheis, 88, of Rogers went home to be with his Savior on Jan. 7, 2019, surrounded by his family. The longtime El Paso, Texas, resident was born to Leon Voorheis and Selma Kunze Voorheis on July 11, 1930, in Tulsa, Okla. He moved to El Paso in his

late teen years, where he married the love of his life, Emma Elizabeth Wright, on March 7, 1952. The El Paso community was extremely important to Ray, as he served in the National Guard Reserve from 1950 until 1957 and officiated for the El Paso Livestock Show and Rodeo for many years.

He worked as an accountant at Chevron and sat on the board of the Chevron Federal Credit Union until his retirement in September 1996.

His quiet faith in Christ was demonstrated in all that he did. He was a member of Ysleta Methodist Church in El Paso and then Fellowship Bible Church in Rogers after relocating with his wife to Arkansas in January 2009. Ray and Beth were actively involved in the Rogers Adult Wellness Center, and they made many close friendships there. As an avid sports fan, Ray watched any game, his favorite teams being the Dallas Cowboys and the UTEP Miners.

His family was always his priority, and he often said his deepest desire was to see all of his grandchildren grow up. As such, he is survived by his living legacy: Beth, his wife of 66 years; his sister, Sharon Lawson of Kingman, Ariz.; his son, Philip Voorheis and wife Ellen of Las Cruces, N. M.; his daughter, Callie Whaley and husband Steve of Rogers; his daughter-in-law, Raquel Paquian of El Paso; and grandchildren, Chloe Voorheis, Brittany Chavez, Luke Voorheis, Cooper Whaley and Maddy Whaley.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Paul Voorheis; and his beloved son, Jim-Tom Voorheis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark., 72762, or on their website, www.GiveToCircle.org. Ray’s memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, in the chapel of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. Condolences may be expressed at www. RollinsFuneral.com.

ROGERS — On Jan. 10, 2019, Kera Lee ( Bisbee) Zierhart, age 55, went to Heaven. She was born June 5, 1963, and preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Bisbee.

She is survived by her mother, Ilene; husband David; children, Jennifer, Doug, Cody and Daniel; five grandchildren and two siblings. Services are at Roller-Drummond in Southwest Little Rock with visitation Jan. 14, 6- 8 p. m.; funeral Jan. 15, 1 p.m. Interment following at Spring Valley Cemetery. Arrangements by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/ drummond.

SILOAM SPRINGS — Barbara A. Stevens, age 63, of Siloam Springs, died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. Barbara was born March 21, 1955, in Wichita, Kan., to Kenneth and Myrtle Harris Barnes.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Sharon Allison.

She was married to Bruce Stevens. Barbara was also survived by her brothers and sisters, Kenneth Barnes Jr., Linda Gwin, Bobby Barnes, Darlene Lunceford, Debbie Jimboy, Donna Adkins and Loyd Barnes; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held at a later date.

Online condolences: www. WestfieldChapel.com.

SPRINGDALE — Terry Guido Carollo Jr., 53, of Springdale died Jan. 4 at Northwest Medical Center.

He enjoyed kayaking, fishing, time with daughters and friends.

Survivors: daughters, Stefanie Carollo of Fayetteville, Keli Carollo of Fayetteville; the mother of his children, Paula Carollo of Bentonville.

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

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Dorothy Sellon passed away on Jan. 4, 2019, at her residence, Provision Living, an assisted living community in Columbia, Mo. She was born in Clinton, Iowa, on Nov. 15, 1927, to James Otis Floyd and Etta ( Allen) Floyd.

She graduated from Clinton High School in 1946 and then attended Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa, where she met her future husband, Richard (Dick) Lee Sellon. They were married in January 1948.

As a teenager, Dorothy was a licensed pilot. She learned to fly before she had a driver’s license, and was a member of the Civil Air Patrol Cadets during WWII. Dorothy’s interest in art also began at an early age, and she became an accomplished artist in water colors and pastels. Her talents are on display at the homes of relatives and friends since she favored them with gifts of her work. She was a member of the Art Guild in Rogers, Ark.

Dorothy was a member of the Central United Methodist Church in Rogers where she volunteered in the church library. She also contributed many volunteer hours over the years at Mercy Medical Hospital in Rogers

When Dorothy and her husband first moved to Rogers, Ark., in 1985, they operated a U- pick blueberry farm for 10 years. And they enjoyed boating on nearby Beaver Lake in Northwest Arkansas and travel throughout North America in their camper van.

After her husband, Dick, passed away in 2013, Dorothy moved to Columbia, Mo., to be near her daughter, Kathie Esbeck. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Lynn Sellon and family of Centennial, Colo.; her daughter, Kathie Jeanne Esbeck and family of Columbia, Mo.; and her daughter, Rebecca Lee Merritt and family of Pearland, Texas; sister Kathryn Slagel of Tucson, Ariz.; sister Diane Goldtrap of Fort Smith, Ark.; and brother James Floyd of Hope, N.J. Dorothy also leaves behind four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held in the chapel of the Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, Jan.. 19, at 3 p. m. At a later date, Dorothy will be interred alongside her husband at the Floyd family plot in Springdale Cemetery, Clinton, Iowa. The family suggests memorials be submitted for the benefit of Mercy Hospital Northwest in Rogers, Ark., c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia Mo., 65202.

YAKIMA, Wash. — Opal Frans, 98, of Yakima, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, and was welcomed home by her Lord Jesus Christ. She was born May 30, 1920, in Mountainburg, Ark., to Nettie and James Glover, one of five children.

In 1940, she met and married Fred Crawley at a bible revival. They were married 19 years, lived in Prairie Grove, Ark., for a time then moved out to Selah, Wash. In 1961, she married Mel Frans. They were happily married for 56 years until his death in 2017.

Opal worked at the Ross/ Tree Top plant and retired with 33 years of service. Her church, kitchen and flower garden were her favorite places to be. She especially enjoyed the potlucks her church had. She would bake up some of her wonderful pies. In addition, when friends would drop by she would always have a pie in the oven.

She is survived by her sister, Maxine Dodd of Springdale, Ark.; her daughter, Maudileen Dunsing of Yakima; two granddaughters, Debbie Whelchel (David) of Cheney, Wash., and Kim Gonzales (Patrick) of Selah; five great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren.

Viewing will be held at Keith & Keith Funeral Home on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, from 4 until 8 p.m.

A funeral service will be held at Keith & Keith Funeral Home on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, at 1 p.m. Private interment will be at Wenas Cemetery.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.keithand keith.com.