Obituaries

Obituaries for Sunday, June 14, 2020

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Sunday, June 14

BELLA VISTA — James “Jim” Marcus Williams — Feb. 13, 1942 – June 11, 2020

James Marcus Williams, 78, of Bella Vista, Ark., left us on June 11, 2020, with his family by his side at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark.

James was born on Feb. 13, 1942, in Osceola, Ark., to Marcus and Sybil Williams. He graduated from the University of Arkansas with honors and a BA in Business and began his career in management with Montgomery Wards for over 30 years.

His interests included family, fishing and golfing. He devoted much of his time and energy to his love of Christ. His kindness and compassion enlightened everyone around him.

Left behind to cherish his memories is his loving wife, Judith Williams, of 54 years; two sons and their spouses. Marcus and Angela Williams of Lowell, Ark., and Corey and Susan Williams of Tabernacle, N. J. He had three grandchildren, Jamie Bagwell, Brennan Williams and Carly Williams and three great-grandchildren; and sister Dorinda Williams of Webster Groves, Mo.; along with several nieces and nephews.

A private family service will be he at Fairview Memorial Gardens where he will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark. Circle of Life Hospice, 1201 N.E. Legacy Parkway, Bentonville, Ark., 72712.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralmation.com. BETHEL HEIGHTS — C.E. (Elmo) Patton, 98, of Bethel Heights, Ark., passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at the Earlene Howard Hospice Home in Springdale. Elmo was born on June 23, 1921, in Des Moines, Lucas County, Iowa, to the late James Lester Patton and Etta McEntire Patton.

He married Alice Shofner on June 11, 1947. He spent six years in the Army, three of which he served in the European Theater during World War II. He received a battlefield commission and attained the rank of Captain and at the end of the war he was awarded disability retirement.

He attended the University of Arkansas, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. He started his own business in Springdale, the Diesel Service Company, which he later moved to Fort Smith. While living in Sebastian County, he served on the Quorum Court and in 1982 he was the Democratic nominee for State Senate in District 14, running against 16-year incumbent Gene Rainwater. After losing the General Election, it was noted that a C.E. Patton obituary had appeared in the Greenwood Democrat newspaper immediately prior to the election.

Elmo and Alice retired back to Northwest Arkansas where he volunteered one day a week from 1996 to 2016 at our Fayetteville Veterans Hospital for a total of 20 years.

He is survived by his wife, Alice Shofner Patton, of nearly 73 years; three sons, James of Jeff City, Mo., Steve of Fayetteville, Ark., and Ken of Riverton, Wyo.; two sisters, Eula Willmore of Albuquerque, N.M., and Faye Medlin of Memphis, Tenn.; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.

Private funeral services will be held at the Fayetteville National Cemetery with Military Honors.

Arrangements are entrusted to Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home of Springdale. Please visit http://www.backstrom-pyeattte.com to sign our online guest book. CALICO ROCK — Linda Jane Caperton Broder, 74, of Calico Rock, Ark., passed away June 6, 2020, in Fayetteville, Ark. She was born Nov. 25, 1945, in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Hill Caperton.

She was self-employed as a candle maker.

She was also preceded by two sisters, Patty and Kathy.

Linda is survived by her daughter, Sunshine Broder, of Fayetteville, Ark.; three sisters: Debbie, Cindy and Peggy Sue; many nieces and nephews; and her namesake, Iris Jane.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home, 3926 Willowood Ave., Springdale, Ark., 72762.

A memorial website has been created for Linda at rememberinglindajane.squarespace.com.

Online condolences may be made to www.memorialfhspringdale.com. ELKINS — Donna Brady-Alsip, 53, of Elkins, Ark., died Tuesday, June 9, 2020. She was born in Springdale, Ark.

Donna is survived by her husband, Marty Alsip; daughter, Shelbie Huffman(Matt); son, Chance Alsip; parents, Mary Bohn and Danny White; grandchildren, Calvin Langlois and Levy Huffman; six siblings, Velma Moore (Coy), Marilyn Bentley, Danny White (Vicki), Jimmy White (Shannon), Annie White, Rebecca White; and brother-inlaw Mitchell Alsip.

Graveside service: 11 a.m., Monday, June 15, 2020, Bluff Cemetery 900 N. Shiloh St., Springdale, Ark., 72764. Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 2-4 p.m., at Westfield Chapel Funeral Home.

Online condolences www. WestfieldChapel.com. FAYETTEVILE — Stanley Eugene Eiland passed away peacefully on June 12, 2020. He was born in Plainview, Texas, on Sept. 10, 1957.

Since the early 1960s, the Eiland family called Fayetteville, Ark., home, and belonged to the Round Mountain Community. Stanley loved farming cattle, fishing, gardening and listening to music.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Angela Eiland; his parents, Lloyd C. and Fern Hoover Eiland; and brother, Robert Lloyd.

He is survived by his siblings, Patricia Graham, George Eiland and Michael Eiland; and his stepson, David W. Uhl.

Visitation will be at Beard’s Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, from 3-6 p.m.

Graveside services will take place at Round Mountain Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at 4 p.m., (cemetery address: 18730 Lake Sequoyah Road in Fayetteville).

Condolences at www. beardsfuneralchapel.com. FAYETTEVILLE — Hedy Hickerson passed away June 10, 2020. She was born Gisela Hedwig Groschel in 1923 in Linz, Austria, and grew up in Vienna.

She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts and worked as a freelance artist. After WW I she worked as an interpreter for the British Military Government in Vienna and was proud that she was able to help many people travel through the Russian zone into the British zone. She obtained a teacher’s certificate for teaching English from the University of Vienna.

It was in Vienna in 1951 that she met and married Sgt. Charles D. Hickerson, who was in the International Patrol. In 1952 they returned to Fort Benning, Ga., where they lived for many years. The Army sent them to Pirmasens, Germany, after which they came to Fort Riley, Kan.; they then lived in Junction City. After her husband retired from the Army after 27 years, he began work for the American National Red Cross. He was sent to Mainz, Germany, where Hedy was a volunteer case worker for the Red Cross. She painted watercolors for her personal enjoyment throughout most of this time.

After her husband retired from the Red Cross, they came to Fayetteville to be closer to their children. Having lived on and near Army posts during all of her married life, a completely civilian community was new to her. She loved Fayetteville and made close friends. In her later years it was difficult for her to get about but having tea with those dear friends was always a highlight for her. She remained sharp as a tack until her death, possibly helped by Sunday afternoon Scrabble games with her son and granddaughter.

Her husband preceded her in 2008 after 57 wonderful years together. Her daughter, Charlotte White, also preceded her.

She is survived by her son, Tony Hickerson and his wife Susan, and their daughter Jessica Helton with husband Jake and great-grandchildren Jackson and Sagely.

There will be a private service with burial at the Fayetteville National Cemetery under the direction of Moore’s Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, two of her favorite charities were the American Red Cross, www.redcross.org and Doctors Without Borders, www.doctorswithoutborders.org.

To sign the online guest book, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com. ROGERS — Richard Lee Weatherby Sr., 72, of Rogers passed away Tuesday June 9, 2020, at Legacy Village in Rogers. He was born Aug. 26, 1947, in Alma, Mich., to Samuel Calbello and Evelyn Weatherby.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Mary Ann.

Richard loved fishing, watching westerns, working on cars and making funny jokes. He worked for the Springdale School System for 10 years and the Northwest Medical Center for 11 years. He enjoyed playing with his dog Mouse.

He is survived by two sons, Richard Weatherby Jr. of Rogers and Richard Kirk Weatherby and wife Rosie of Bentonville; two daughters, Rhonda Leslie and husband Tony of Springdale and Penny Moncrief and husband Mark of Fayetteville; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Monday, June 15, 2020, from 5-7 p.m., at Sisco Funeral Chapel.

Memorial service will be held Friday June 19, 2020 at 2 p.m., at Sisco Funeral Chapel.

Online condolences may be left at www.siscofuneral.com. SPRINGDALE — Helen Elmer, 82, of Springdale, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020. Helen was born in Hickory Creek, Ark., on Jan. 25, 1938, the daughter of Cecil and Viva Lewis Sigmon.

She attended Springdale High School and was a beloved member of the SHS class of 1955. She graduated from the Draughons School of Business in Springfield, Mo., and worked for many years at Springdale Memorial Hospital.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Robert “Bob” Elmer of Springdale; and her daughter, Kelli Elmer, of London, England.

She was preceded in death by her son Jeff Elmer.

No public services are planned. Private burial will be at Friendship Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Heritage Funeral Home, online obituary and guest book at heritageofnwa.com. SPRINGDALE — Larry Kent Uptegraft, 80, of Springdale, died Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at the Arkansas State Veteran’s Home in Fayetteville. He was born Jan. 26, 1940, in Drumright, Okla., to Kenneth Kree and Mary Ruth McIlwain Uptegraft.

Larry Served in the Navy and worked for the Veterans Administration for over 30 years. He enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing and piddling in his workshop. He was a very personable individual that enjoyed Christian fellowship. Above all, he was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon Uptegraft; two children, Mark Uptegraft, Marcie Gaston and husband Andy; one sister, Mary Anne Smith; and three grandchildren, Kaylee, Delanie and Jacob Gaston.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Roger Uptegraft.

Due to the current covid-19 situation, a memorial service may be planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers and in honor of Larry, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 5506 W. Walsh Lane, Suite 212, Rogers, Ark., 72758.

Arrangements are with Heritage Funeral Home, and an online obituary and guest book for condolences at heritageofnwa.com. WEST FORK — David Michael Calvert, age 47, of West Fork, Ark., died at his home on June 1, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Calvert.

He is survived by his mother, Darla Calvert, Alma, Ark., the mother of his children, Jennifer Garner Calvert, his daughter, Jacee Garner Calvert, and his son, David Michael Calvert, Jr., Fayetteville, Ark.; his sister, Jean (Robert) Walker; and his nephew, Jessie Walker, Van Buren, Ark.

A celebration of life and scattering of his ashes will be held Saturday, June 20, at 7:30 p.m., at his home in West Fork, Ark.

In lieu of flowers, his children ask that donations be made in their father’s memory to Arkansas Crisis Center (arcrisis.org).

Online condolences www.WestfieldChapel.com. WEST FORK — Paul D. Smith, 72, of West Fork, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, in Fayetteville. He was born May 12, 1948, in Winamac, Ind., to Orville and Maxine Hamilton Smith.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Raymond, Charles, Roy; two sisters, Hazel Butterbaugh, Ellen Van Alstine; and his wife of 41 years, Adrene Zeeveld Smith.

He is survived by one son, Gordon (Amy) Smith of West Fork; two daughters, Cris Romine of Orlando, Fla., Kathleen (Eugene) Kovach of West Fork; and a brother, Ricki D. Smith of Farmington, Ark.; grandchildren, Amber Browne Kawaf and Belal Kawaf of Kissimmee, Fla., Allen Romine of Kissimmee, Fla., Jacob Smith of West Fork and Matthew (Janalee) Canfield of West Fork; and his beloved dog Itsy.

He was a truck driver and mechanic. He was a past member of NWADA dart league and a life member of Ozark Flyers.

Thanks to Regency Hospital, Willard Walker Hospice Home and WRMC in-home hospice.

A Celebration of Life will be announced by the family at a later date.

Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home Fayetteville. Condolences: www. eptingfuneralhome.webs.com. WINSLOW — James David Marcum, 30, of Winslow passed away June 12, 2020. Born May 17, 1990, in Las Vegas to David Wayne and Tamara Brandenburg Marcum.

Survived by his mother, Tamara Beasley of Winslow and his sister, Cecilia Marcum of Las Vegas, Nev.

Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th, Rogers. www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com. BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. — Clyde Archie Stokes, 84, passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side June 5, 2020, in Bullhead City, Ariz. He was born Feb. 12, 1936, to Wauneta Jackson and Preston Stokes in Ottawa, Kan.

Clyde is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of many years, Linda Kay Stokes; sons, Earl Stokes and Curtis Holt; daughters, Louise Carmack, Judy Frohman and Paula Kennedy; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his sister, Wauneta Murphy.

Clyde enlisted right out of high school and proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Later on, he married his loving wife, Linda (Dorsey) Stokes and together raised five children. Clyde was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a great mechanic and enjoyed working with tools, cooking outdoors, traveling and most of all, he loved spending time with his family. Clyde was loved dearly and will be missed by many.

Arrangements were placed in the care of Dimond & Sons Silver Bell Chapel. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the Stokes family at dignitymemorial.com. DALLAS, Texas — Andrea Toth Haines, 81, of Dallas, Texas and formerly of Fayetteville, Ark., died Thursday, May 28, 2020, at her home. Born Jan. 28, 1939, in Munhall, Pa., she was the daughter of Andrew J. Toth and Mary Slinchock Toth.

She attended parochial schools in Pittsburgh, Pa., and received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music and her Performer’s Certificate and Artist’s Diploma in organ from the Eastman School of Music. She was the recipient of a Fulbright Fellowship to Germany for organ studies with Walter Kraft in Freiburg im Breisgau and Michael Schneider in West Berlin.

She taught organ at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio and at St. Mary’s College in South Bend, Ind. She held various positions as church organist, including Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, Ark.

She was a lifelong member of the American Guild of Organists and past dean of the Columbus, Ohio Chapter of the Guild. She played organ recitals throughout the United States and Europe including invited recitals for the American Guild of Organists’ regional and national conventions.

She is survived by four daughters, Julia Wrabl of Baltimore, Md., Susan Haines of San Francisco, Calif., Katherine Schwind of Burleson, Texas, Carolyn Haines of Wichita Falls, Texas; five grandchildren, Alex Wrabl, and Gracie, Clara, John Michael, and Mary Kate Schwind; and her sister, Camille Toth of Monroeville, Pa.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry K. Haines; her parents, Mary Slinchock and Andrew J. Toth; and her sister, Joanne McCrady.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to a charity of your choice.

To leave condolences for the family, please visit affoplano.com.

Monday, June 8

MONTICELLO — Betty Jane Andrews Davis, age 90, of Monticello, went to be with her Lord Saturday, June 6, 2020, at her home. She was born May 20, 1930, in Monticello, Ark., to the late J.C. Andrews and Maymie Moore Andrews.

She was the widow of Troy Davis, a retired Monticello second grade school teacher with 37 years of service and a member of First Baptist Church. Mrs. Betty enjoyed taking care of her loved ones. She was an excellent cook and loved cooking for her family. She also loved to travel and was always ready to go at any time. She was a graduate of Drew Central High School and Arkansas A&M University (now the University of Arkansas at Monticello) and was also a former Miss Drew County having won the title in 1947. Betty was very respected among her family and friends. After she and Troy were married, she became the matriarch of the Davis family due to the respect and trust they had for her.

Survivors include two sons, Kent Davis and wife Felicia of Maumelle and Andy Davis and wife April of Fayetteville; four grandchildren, Stephanie Houston, Katie Davis Green, Day Davis and Annsley Davis; and three great-grandchildren, Lily Kate Green, Kale Houston and Fallon Houston.

The family would like to issue a special “thank you” to her caregivers, Takendra, Shirley, Rykiel, Lola and Teresa for the excellent care they gave Mrs. Betty.

Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with Rev. Billy Gene West officiating. There will be a visitation one hour preceding service time in the chapel. Covid-19 protocol will be followed with no more than 50 people in the facility. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Monticello.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s of Arkansas or Hospice Home Care.

Online guest book at www.stephensondearman.com.

PEA RIDGE — Eula Arnold, 87, of Pea Ridge, died June 7 in Bentonville.

Graveside service set for 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 10, at Dent Cemetery. Arrangements are by Sisco Funeral Home in Pea Ridge. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at siscofuneralhome.net.

Tuesday, June 9

BENTON — Lowell Vernon Cage Jr., age 69, of Benton, Ark., went to be with his Lord and Savior June 8, 2020, at the Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark.

JR, as he was known to his friends, was preceded in death by his parents Lowell Vernon Cage Sr. and Fannie Mae Cage of Holly Grove, Ark. JR was born Dec. 1, 1950, in Holly Grove.

He was a graduate of Holly Grove High School.

After high school, JR went to work for the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Washington, D.C., and retired December 2005. He lived in Benton, Ark., until moving to Fayetteville in June 2019 due to developing dementia.

JR had a very active life. He was an airplane pilot, a black belt in karate and a scuba diver. He was an avid hunter and spent at least two weeks each year hunting in Wyoming, Colorado and Montana. He also qualified numerous times for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commissions elite Triple Trophy Award.

He had a great career with the FBI and received many awards and commendations. He also made many lifelong friends with the FBI.

He was a Christian and a very active member of LRC (Little Rock Church). He worked tirelessly with the food bank and feed the homeless programs within the church. He was also very active with the Humane Society of Saline County in Bauxite, Ark.

JR is survived by his sister, Karen Cage (Wayne) Lindley of Prairie Grove; nephew Kyle Lindley of Hot Springs; niece Miki (Todd) Rousseau of Fayetteville and grandnephews William and Reed Rousseau of Fayetteville.

There will not be a funeral service, but a memorial celebration will be held later at the Little Rock Church. The family request no flowers be sent but anyone wishing to send a memorial in his honor, please send to Little Rock Church Food Bank Program, 10701 W. Baseline Road, Little Rock, Ark., 72209, or Humane Society of Saline County, 7600 Bauxite Highway, Bauxite, Ark., 72011. Cremation arrangements are by Nelson Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville. To place an online tribute, visit www.nelson berna.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Philip

Wayne Bowlin, 78, of Fayetteville passed away on June 2, 2020. He will be missed by the waitstaff who served him free pie Wednesdays at the local Village Inn, the employees of the Chick-fil-A drive-through who gave him his senior discounts on icecream cones, and the sales teams of car lots throughout the nation, who knew him best as a frequent window shopper.

Born in Denison, Texas, on Dec. 8, 1941, Phil thrived as an ornery ragamuffin in both the Mojave desert and Bay Area of California, where he shined shoes, washed dishes, swept floors for an electric company, and stocked groceries before enlisting in 1964 in the Army.

Eventually working as part of the branch’s intelligence services, he was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, where he ran track, boxed competitively, and traveled more than he probably should have. The beloved rapscallion graduated from Arkansas Tech with a degree in political science and worked for a time afterward in the icy tundra of Alaska’s North Slope, so he could scrape together enough money to attend the University of Arkansas School of Law.

He married well above his station and found joy in helping others as a workforce coordinator for the Arkansas state government.

He is survived by his beautiful wife, Brenda; lovely sisters Jan Archuletta, Marilyn Condos, Zanita Bowlin, Kelbi Reed and Jerri Lotze; industrious brother Michael Archuletta; handsome sons Ryan and Barrett; brilliant daughter-in-law Caroline; adoring grandchildren Sierra and Cormac; and his two guardian Bichon Frisés, Callie and Sassy.

Although a public ceremony honoring his memory won’t be held at this time due to the current pandemic, the family has requested donations of toys and gifts be made to the Arkansas Children’s Northwest Hospital, 2601 Gene George Blvd., Springdale, Ark., 72762. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

LINCOLN — Donald Wayne Riggins, 71, of Lincoln passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Circle of Life. He was born Dec. 26, 1948, in Fort Scott, Kan., to Clifford and Julia Jaro Riggins. Donald was a hard worker with Bearing Companies, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved working on his old Mercury, watching car mechanic shows. He also loved his western movies and especially his dog, Napoleon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Billie and brothers John, Clifford and Bob.

Donald is survived by his wife Bernice of the home; children Gene McGhee, Steven McGhee, Shannon Key, Dana Shockley and Nick Riggins; brother Jim Riggins; sister Mary Ann Hunt; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A graveside service will be Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 10 a.m. with Audie Long officiating. No visitation is planned. Online condolences may be left at www.sisco funeral.com.

ROGERS — Albert Lloyd Bowen, 92, of Rogers passed away June 6, 2020. He was born in Toronto, Canada, and brought his family to the United States in the mid ’50s.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis and daughter Linda Taylor.

Lloyd is survived by sons Brian Bowen and Bruce Bowen and wife Diane; granddaughter Nicole Marheineke; grandsons Corey, Jason and Morgan; and seven great-grandchildren.

Lloyd loved camping in his younger years and loved the outdoors. He was a great mechanic in his day and still loved to tinker at 92. Lloyd enjoyed spending time with his family and taking rides. He will be greatly missed.

There will be a private service for immediate family, at a later date, at Benton County Memorial Park Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Rollins Funeral Home.

SILOAM SPRINGS — Sandra Sue Scott, 70, of Siloam Springs, Ark., passed away June 7, 2020, in Springdale. She was born Sept. 9, 1949, in Eunice, N.M., to Chief Phillips and Violet Reeves

Phillips.

Sandra had lived in Northwest Arkansas for over 20 years after moving from Oklahoma. She enjoyed going to the casino to play poker, but most of all, she loved her grandchildren.

Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, Ace Scott; her parents; brothers Ronnie and Gary Phillips; and granddaughter Jessica Black- mon.

Survivors include her children, Vicky Morris and husband Jackie of Siloam Springs, Ark., Twyla Stanley of Watts, Okla., and Jason Stanley and fiancee Tonya Fox of Rogers; brothers Tuffy Phillips and wife LoWanda of Watts, Okla., Tooter Phillips of Tahlequah, Okla., and Corbett Phillips and wife Sheila of Rogers; sisters Tricia Haddock and husband Rod of Verdigris, Okla., and Missy Sisco and husband Greg of Watts, Okla.; grandchildren Whitney Morris, Matthew Morris, Philip Stanley and Taylor Stanley; and 10 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be Saturday, June 13 at 3 p.m. at Phillips Cemetery in Westville, Okla. Arrangements: Epting Funeral Home of Gravette. Condolences: www. eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.

SPRINGDALE — Betty Louise Fuller, 88, of Springdale passed away Friday, June 5, 2020, at Shiloh Health and Rehab in Springdale. She was born April 18, 1932, in Fort Scott, Kan., to Robert and Lockie Eleanor Cummins.

Betty served as the director of the Springdale Housing Authority and was a member of Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville.

Survivors include daughters Diana Orrick and Janice Hanna; grandchildren Heath- er Nichols, Meghan Hastings and Lauren Johnson; and six great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 1 p.m. at Fairview Memorial Gardens with Pastor Jody Farrell officiating. Memorials may be made to Shiloh Nursing and Rehabilitation Resident Christmas Fund, 1092 W. Stultz Road, Springdale, Ark., 72764, or Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark., 72762. Online condolences may be left at www.siscofuneral.com.

SPRINGDALE — Carolyn Kay Wheeler, 58 of Springdale passed away Sunday, June 7, 2020, at her home. She was born Nov. 13, 1961, in Duncan, Okla., to W.E. and Robbie Sandlin Ratliff.

She was a homemaker, she loved music, her kids and grandkids. She loved to help those less fortunate and she never met a stranger.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and two brothers.

Survivors include husband Billy Wheeler of the home; daughters Tabitha Bryant of Yellville, Ark., and Caysi Foster and husband Clinton of Fayetteville; brothers Rick Nickell of West Fork and Eddie Ratliff of Fayetteville; sisters Roberta Roles of Springdale, Barbara Upshaw of Pea Ridge and Donna of Springfield, Mo.; and grandchildren Trenton, Colin and Stone Bryant.

Graveside services will be Thursday, June 11, 2020, at 10 a.m. at Venus Cemetery with Pastor Harvey Pulley officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 to 7 pm at Sisco Funeral Chapel of Springdale. Online condolences may be left at www. siscofuneral.com.

Wednesday, June10

BELLA VISTA — Martha Murphy Quillen “Murph” passed away June 6, 2020, at age 91. She was born April 4, 1929, in Little Rock, Ark., to Harold James Murphy and Mildred Nowlin Murphy. Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert L. Quillen, her parents and brother Harold J. Murphy Jr.

She is survived by daughter Patti Quillen Mochrie (Doug) of Glenwood Springs, Colo.; son Jim Quillen (Charlotte) of Bella Vista, Ark.; grandchildren Jerry, Scott, Sarah, Leslie, Amanda and Jamie; 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; sister-in-law Margie Riddle of Fort Smith, Ark; several nieces and nephews and a group of wonderful friends and bridge buddies.

A private gathering will be held by the family. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeral mation.com.

BENTONVILLE —

Tommy Ray Musteen, 68, of Bentonville, Ark., passed away June 8, 2020, in Rogers. He was born Dec. 22, 1951, in Fayetteville, Ark., to George and Geneva Potts

Musteen.

He worked for 17 years for Walmart and as a regional manager, as well as, an insurance agent.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Loretta Feagin and brothers Donald Anglin, Larry Musteen and Dean Musteen.

He is survived by his children, Michael Shawn Musteen of Bentonville and Dustin Ryan Musteen of Bentonville; one grandchild; companion Daniela Taylor and her four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Elm Springs Cemetery in Elm Springs, Ark. Memorial contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th St., Rogers, Ark. Online condolences can be made at www. bentoncountyfuneralhome. com.

BENTONVILLE — Thomas “Tom” Nulty, 82, of Bentonville, Ark., died June 3, 2020, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark. Tom was born Dec. 15, 1937, in Vermillion, S.D., to Carl James Nulty and Lillian (Thorud) Nulty.

At the age of 4, Tom’s mother passed away leaving his father to raise 3 children on his own.

Tom graduated in 1956 and then went into the service. He proudly served his country as a corporal in the Army. Tom met Phyllis (Irwin) Nulty in 1959 and they were married July 2, 1960. They had one daughter Colleen whom they both adored and cherished.

He was the general manager of the Townhouse Association in Bella Vista, Ark., for over 25 years. Prior to that he worked for Firestone, St. Mary’s Church and owned his own dairy distributorship in New Hampton, Iowa.

Tom was a member of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church. He enjoyed golfing, watching Iowa Hawkeye football, cooking and collecting anything John Deere related.

Tom was preceded in death by his loving wife Phyllis, parents CJ and Lillian Nulty, and sisters Lugene Kuhn and MaDonna Bushman.

He is survived by daughter Colleen Nulty and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of his life will be on Saturday, June 20, at 11 a.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Bentonville. Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home. Condolences: www. eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.

CENTERTON — Harper Grace Lunde was born and taken too soon from the loving arms of her parents, Steven Michael and Marissa Rene Lunde of Centerton, on June 7, 2020.

She is also survived by her grandparents, Ron and Sherrie Baldridge of Bentonville and Kristina Lunde of Farmington; great-grandparents Jo Baldridge of Centerton and Warren and Betsey Johansen of Tennessee; uncle Trent and wife Schara Baldridge of Bentonville and numerous extended family members.

She was preceded in death by great-grandparents Roy and Darlene Carlson and Leroy Baldridge and uncles Blake Lunde and Ryan Baldridge.

Visitation will be Thursday June 11, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. in the chapel of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers and her graveside funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Bentonville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Fu

neral Home in Rogers. Condolences may be expressed at www.RollinsFuneral.com.

FAYETTEVILLE — Mr. Robert Prince, prominent Marked Tree farmer, merchant and civic leader died June 5, 2020, at his home in Fayetteville, Ark., surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 14, 1933, the son of Guy and Lorine Prince, in Marked Tree, Ark. After graduating from Marked Tree High School, he attended college at Arkansas Southern in Monticello. He joined the Air Force during the Korean War where he served four years of active duty. Upon returning home in 1957, he partnered with his father in business and farming, and continued his duty in the National Guard.

He married Barbra Capooth on June 10, 1962, and raised two beautiful daughters, Robin and Debbie. Bob and Barbra celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Robert Prince was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Ellsworth Prince, mother Amy Lorine Helsel Prince and father Guy Lindley Prince.

He is survived by wife Barbra; daughters Robin Prince of Springdale, Ark., and Debbie Pauling and husband Kerry of Bentonville, Ark.; and grandchildren Hunter Pauling, Jacob Nance, John Nance and James Schnoes.

Mr. Prince owned and operated Prince Furniture and Appliance Company for many years. Farming became his primary interest in 1975 where Bob and Barbra worked together as owners and operators of Prince Farms for over 40 years. He would take care of the daily farming operations while she assisted with marketing and accounting.

Together, they were named the Poinsett County Farm Family of the Year in 1983. In 1990, he became the co-owner and co-operator of Marked Tree Equipment Company, which later became Prince and Parker Equipment.

Mr. Prince was a member of the First Baptist Church. He served on the board of directors for the Marked Tree Co-Op for 20 years. He was also a member of Farm Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, and on the Industrial Board for the city of Marked Tree.

Robert enjoyed duck hunting where he was a member of the Marked Tree Hunting Club. Other hobbies included antique cars, golfing, and reading, especially history. His favorite highlight of the year was the annual family vacation to Florida.

While keeping a role in his farming operation, Robert retired to Fayetteville, Ark., in 2015 to be near his children. He was a special Papa to his grandchildren whom he loved so dearly. Robert was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will always be loved and remembered.

Private service for the family was held at the Nelson Funeral Home in Fayetteville. A graveside service with military honors will be held at the Marked Tree Cemetery. Date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the First Baptist Church of Marked Tree, 412 Liberty St., Marked Tree, Ark., 72365, or St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org. To place an online tribute visit www.nelsonberna.com.

GARFIELD — Jason Ward DeGroff, 39, of Garfield, died June 8, 2020, in Garfield. Graveside services are set for 10 a.m. Friday, June 12 at Bayless Cemetery. No visitation. Arrangements are by Sisco Funeral Home in Pea Ridge. Online condolences may be made at siscofuneral home.net.

HUNTSVILLE — Wimbert Grigg, 79, of Huntsville died June 6. He is survived by wife Shirley; and children Mike Grigg and Marie Phillips. Services are 11 a.m. June 11 at Huntsville Free Will Baptist Church with interment at Huntsville Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.

HUNTSVILLE — Pete Edward Smith, 63, of Huntsville died June 5 at home. He is survived by his children, Scott Lenard, Alicia Harrell and Billie Jean Smith. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. June 12, 2020, at Alabam Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.

NEW BLAINE — Ronald Jerry “Grumpy” Vavra, 82, of New Blaine, Ark., passed away Friday, June 5, 2020. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Elizabeth Hall Cemetery in New Blaine under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/paris.

OZARK — Russell Ward Johnson, 80, of Ozark, Ark., died Saturday, June 6, 2020, in Ozark. He was born Feb. 28, 1940, in Sonora, Texas, to William Brian and Mildred Annette Ponder Johnson. He was a retired electrician.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Sallye Martin and Shirley Neal, and brothers Lewis Johnson and Harold Johnson.

He is survived by daughters Tammie Rogers and husband Ronnie Adams of Tahlequah, Okla., Annett Sims and husband Anthony of Van Buren, Ark., and Sonya Eveld and husband Kevin of Ozark; son Kevin Johnson of Springdale, Ark.; brother Fred Johnson of Jessieville, Ark.; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Celebration of life will be held 6 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Shaffer Funeral Home Chapel under direction of Shaffer Funeral Home in Ozark. To leave online condolences visit: www.shaffer funeralhomeozark.com.

PARIS — Samuel “Sam bo” Milum, 80, of Paris passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at Paris Health and Rehabilitation Center. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris with Pastor Larry Moore officiating. Complete obituary at www.rollerfuneral homes.com/paris.

ROGERS — Dr. Robert “Ray” Hull passed away June 7, 2020, in the hospital. He was born in Nashville, Tenn., to Bill and Beulah Hull.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathyrn Hull of Bentonville; sons Keith Hull of Gentry and Wayne Hull (Susan) of Bentonville; daughters Cheryl Hull (Don) of Little Flock and

Pamela Nickel (Jay) of Bentonville; and grandchildren Trevor Hull, Taylor Hull, Haleigh Hull, Cade Nickel, Maggie Nickel, Callie Hull, Conor Ewing, Caleb Ewing, Colin Ewing and Caroline Ewing.

After high school graduation, Ray received his license to be a lab and x-ray technician, working seven nights a week on emergency call to put himself through college and earn his college degree. As a lab tech, it was love at first sight when he first met Kathryn, who he married June 4, 1964.

He excelled at many sports — including basketball, baseball, football, bowling, billiards and played collegiate golf. He received a bachelor of science degree at Tennessee Tech in business management, and he then completed medical school at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. His internship was at St. John’s Hospital in Tulsa, Okla. After moving to Rogers in 1972, they raised their children in Rogers and later Gentry.

He served his country in the armed forces of the United States of America and received honorable discharge as a major from the Army on Oct. 1, 1979.

Ray served many years as an ordained deacon and was ordained as a minister in 1992. He was a founder of Grace Baptist Church in an area of Rogers that was underserved. After the church began growing, he turned the church over to a full-time pastor so he could focus on caring for his patients. Ray worked in the Awana program in Rogers where he took his grandson, Trevor, and served many years after.

Ray was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and exploring the great outdoors. Many family vacations were spent in Lemmon, S.D.; Steamboat Springs, Colo.; Estes Park, Colo.; Yellowstone National Park, Wyo., among others. Ray was devoted to his family and attended all the many different sports activities, piano and band recitals, ballet recitals and awards programs for his four children and 10 grandchildren.

Ray opened his practice in Rogers, Ark., in 1972 where he continued to practice until his death from covid-19. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Rollins Funeral Home from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. A private graveside service will be held later.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dr. Ray Hull Memorial Scholarship Fund with Gentry High School where three of his children graduated. Donations can be made to Grand Savings Bank at any area branch location or by mailing a check to Grand Savings Bank, 3401 Southwest 2nd St., Suite 115, Bentonville, Ark., 72712. Online condolences can be made to www.rollins funeral.com.

SILOAM SPRINGS — Dora Laurine Barnett, 97, died at the Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, Ark., on Monday, June 8, 2020.

She truly had a caring and giving heart of gold. Besides being a loving and faithful helpmate to her spouse for 74 years, she successfully raised seven children, and gave willingly and cheerfully to the Siloam community for many decades.

What a rich blessing her life has been to so many people.

Laurine was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Barnett; sons David and Robert Barnett; brothers Robert Franklin Hardcastle (WWII) and Achel Enos Hardcastle Jr.; and sisters Eileen Hardcastle Calhoun and Laveta Hardcastle Frances.

She is survived by daughters Jane Johnson (husband, Jerry) of Waco, Texas, and Mary Boxx (husband, Randy) of Siloam Springs; sons Mark Barnett (wife, Sandra) of Lawrence, Kan.; Jonathan Barnett (wife, Christy) and James Barnett (wife, Marilyn), both of Siloam Springs; sisters Mary Hardcastle Chivers (Little Rock) and Evelyn Hardcastle Davis (husband, Ron), of Bartlett, Tenn.; 19 grandkids, 30 great-grandkids, many nephews and nieces; sisterin-law Jeanette Barnett Pettey of Siloam Springs; and daughter-in-law Margaret Barnett of New Jersey.

She was born as the third of seven children on Oct. 30, 1922, in the family country home 31/2 miles southwest of Gentry, Ark., to Achel and Mollie Hardcastle (Hardcastle Orchards).

In addition to being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, she was an excellent homemaker (cook, canner, seamstress, and gardener), pastor’s wife, and Sunday School nursery teacher.

When her family was fully raised, she became heavily involved in community projects. One of her first volunteer jobs was becoming a Welcome Wagon hostess (over 25 years), greeting newcomers to town. Later, she served as leader of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary and was popularly known for her cooking beans and homemade cornbread during the Dogwood Festival as a fundraiser, and earned the nickname as the “Poppy Lady” (42 years) passing out red crepe paper flowers at the Post Office before Memorial Day to remember the millions of Americans who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

She lost her younger brother in the Battle of St. Lo, Normandy, France, in WWII. Since 1973, also as part of the American Legion, she and her husband, Ray, took on the responsibility of recruiting high school juniors to attend Boys and Girls State, raising and giving much money for their support (over 40 years), and providing rides to and from their summer conventions.

Laurine was an active member of the First Baptist Church, Civitan and the Benton County Republican Women’s Club, and SCAN (Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect) volunteer services. She was one of the founders of Creative Homemakers and the Genesis House.

She also directed the Heartbeat Benevolent Fund at the First Baptist Church, helping hundreds of people in need with rent, utilities, groceries, rides, medical treatment, prisoner visits, and much more. In 2001, she was voted as Pioneer Citizen of the Year by the Siloam Springs Chamber of Commerce.

Mrs. Barnett was a woman who made immense sacrifices for her family and her community, and invested wholly in their physical and spiritual well-being. She will be remembered by her solid, unconditional and selfless love for others, as well as her delicious cooking (beans, homemade cornbread, apple butter, apple cider, blackberry jelly, cornbread dressing, blackberry cobbler, pecan pie, and multigrain pancakes).

She was an encourager, one who always looked on the bright side of life, and quickly let bygones be bygones. What a beautiful example she was of growing old with grace and the love of Christ, even in her suffering. With the completion of a fruitful and long life, she lived her years well, and now will enter into the eternal glory as a follower of her Lord Jesus Christ, faithful, loving, kind, and gentle to the end.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at the First Baptist Church in Siloam Springs with Pastor Steve Abbott officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at the First Baptist Church in Siloam Springs.

For the visitation and funeral services, guests will be limited to 216 people at one time and everyone will be required to wear their own facemask, per the guidelines set forth by Arkansas. The service will be livestreamed on Facebook (Mark Barnett’s FB page) for anyone unable to attend.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heartbeat Benevolent Fund, First Baptist Church, 2000 Dawn Hill Road, Siloam Springs, Ark., 72761. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.wasson funeralhome.com where you will also be able to find the latest updated information. Arrangements are by Wasson Funeral Home in Siloam Springs.

SILOAM SPRINGS — Rev. Jimmy Ray Cole, 89-year-old resident of Siloam Springs, Ark., died June 8, 2020, at Circle of Life Legacy Village in Bentonville, Ark. He was born April 16, 1931, in Tulsa, Okla., to Wilburn Baker Cole and Ethel Jane Walton Cole.

Jimmy married Frances M. Madsen on Aug. 18, 1950, in Bentonville, Ark. He worked as an Assembly of God minister, upholsterer, and security guard. Jimmy was most proud of his ministry and music. He enjoyed playing the piano, accordion, and guitar. He loved singing the gospel and growing his vegetable garden. Jimmy was very active in his church, Hope Fellowship in Siloam Springs. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances; parents Wilburn and Ethel Cole; and 10 siblings.

He is survived by son Jack Calvin Cole and wife Cheryl of Kirbyville, Mo.; daughters Susan Hill and husband Stephen of Siloam Springs, Ark., and Marcia Cole-Yocom and husband Bill Finnegan of Scottsdale, Ariz.; six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and twin brothers Richard and Ralph Cole.

a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Fairmount Cemetery near Gentry, Ark., with Pastor Robert Breneman and Pastor Jerry Sadler officiating. It was Jimmy’s wish to not have a large gathering at his service, to prevent any exposure to covid-19. The family will be showing the service on Facebook Live on Stephen C. Hill’s Facebook page. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Fellowship, 4950 U.S. 412 East, Siloam Springs, Ark., 72761. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.wassonfuneral home.com.

SPRINGDALE — Ermadean Marrs, 88, of Springdale passed away Monday, June 8, 2020, at Northwest Medical Center. She was born March 27, 1932, in Ozark, Ark., to Osville Watson and Eithel Strode-Watson.

She worked alongside her husband, as he was a deacon and dearly loved her Lord and Savior. She made pies for the sick and loved her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Scott Marrs Jr.; son Darrell Marrs; grandson Devin Marrs and 11 siblings.

Survivors include children Fern Villines and husband Randy and Andy Marrs and wife Diane, both of Springdale; grandchildren Justin, Nathan, Riley, Drew, Dylan, Kallie, Hollye and Tracey; 13 great grandchildren and several other family members and friends.

A graveside service will be 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, with Pastor Paul Payne officiating. Burial will be at Cove Cemetery near Witter. Funeral services are under the direction of Madison County Funeral Service of Huntsville. Please visit www.madison countyfuneralservice.com to leave an online condolence.

Thursday, June 11

BELLA VISTA — James Christopher Heffernan of Bella Vista passed away June 7, 2020. He was born Aug. 10, 1966, in Teaneck, N.J., to the late Maurice and Elizabeth Heffernan.

James lived a very colorful life and touched countless

hearts along the way. He held many different jobs, including a police officer, a Baptist pastor, and a postman, always a servant to his community. He will be remembered as a larger-than-life character who was everyone’s best friend.

He will be missed dearly by his wife of 20 years, Peri Heffernan; children Christopher, Kaitlyn, Elizabeth, Hannah and Megan; and his large extended family and many friends.

A celebration of James’s life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 12 at Callison-Lough Funeral Home in Bentonville. Burial will follow in Bentonville cemetery.

YPRAIRIEGROVE—Amber Nichole Miller, age 36, of Prairie Grove, Ark., passed from this life Friday, June 5, 2020. She was born June 9, 1983, in Springdale, Ark.

Amber served her country for seven years in the Air Force as an air traffic controller. Following her service in the Air Force, she returned to school, graduating as a registered nurse and worked in an oncology clinic. She attended Fellowship Bible Church in Fayetteville.

Preceding Amber in death were grandparents Arthur Miller, Edythe Miller, Mike Morio and Lue Ellen Morio.

Survivors are her parents, James and Beth Miller of Fayetteville; sisters Jordan Miller of Little Rock, Morgan Ganoung (Jordon) of Rogers; brother Mason Miller of Fayetteville; boyfriend Nathan Snarr of Prairie Grove; grandparents Loretta and Lorin Oxford of Rogers; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and her fur babies Tucker and Max.

Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 13, at Miller Cemetery on Willoughby Road in Fayetteville. Please remember to practice social distancing rules as well as using a mask. Arrangements are by Nelson Berna Funeral Home. Memorials are preferred to Hope Cancer Resources, 5835 W. Sunset Ave., Springdale, Ark., 72762, www.hopecancer resources.org. To place an online tribute, visit www. nelsonberna.com.

ROGERS — Joy Elaine Bowen, 74, of Rogers died June 8 at Circle of Life Hospice, Springdale. She is survived by sons Ronnie Bowen and Bobby Bowen. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. June 12, 2020, at Bohannan Mountain Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.

ROGERS — Juanita Cutler, 69, of Rogers passed away June 9, 2020. Born Oct. 10, 1950, in Western Grove, Ark., she was the daughter of the late Roy and Verna Martin Gentry. She was a homemaker and formerly worked at Daisy Manufacturing. She enjoyed researching family geology, art, photography, reading and spending time at the Rogers Wellness Center.

She was preceded in death by husband Jimmy W. Cutler.

Survivors include sons Jimmy and David Cutler, both of Rogers; siblings Don Gentry of Helena, Ark., Linda Gentry Dennis of Pea Ridge and Betty Hendrix of Harrison, Ark.

Graveside service 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Benton County Memorial Park. Arrangements by Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th, Rogers, www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com.

SPRINGDALE — Janice Kay Guldi was born April 5, 1943, to Victor H. Jefferies and Faye Schreffler-Jefferies in Sacramento, Calif. She entered Heaven on June 8, 2020.

She married Harold Guldi on Oct. 8, 1966.

She was preceded in death by husband Harold Guldi and her parents.

She is survived by children Janet Turner of Texas, Jeff Reid of Arizona and Buddy Guldi of Springdale, Ark.; brother Harlan Sheriff and partner Jerry Tillery; grandchildren Andrea Foren of Fayetteville, Jonathan Parson, Tiffany Gilliland of Texas, Ethan Hayes and Elilzabeth Guldi of Rogers; and her daughter-in-love Clara Sanchez.

She was a loving wife and mother. She retired from Tyson Foods’ corporate office where she worked in accounting. She loved to knit and crochet.

Pallbearers will be Brent Richey, Buddy Guldi, Jeff Reid, Elizabeth Guldi, Ethan Guldi and James Carter. Graveside services will be Friday at 10 a.m. at Friendship Cemetery in Springdale with Pastor Shane Guldi officiating. No visitation is planned. Online condolences may be left at www.siscofuneral.com.

Friday, June 12

HIWASSE — Donald Ray Seideman, 87, of Hiwasse, Ark., passed away June 9, 2020, at his home. Don was born to Fred and Velma Seideman on Dec. 18, 1932, in Kansas City, Mo.

Don served in the Army during the Korean War and settled down in Neosho, Mo., where he ran his own CPA firm. Don was a 50-year Mason and a member of the United Methodist Church.

Upon retirement he moved to Hiwasse, Ark., where he remained devoted to his late wife, Barbara Ann, and his three adult children, Amy, Bill, and Sue.

Don took great pride in his flower garden and orchard. He was an avid reader and student of philosophy until his death and enjoyed fishing in his spare time.

Don is survived by his three children and their spouses, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Services are being held at 1 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeral mation.com.

PARIS — John Cowie, 56, of Paris, Ark., died June 10, 2020. A memorial visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris. We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor visitation attendance to 50 people at one time.

ROGERS — Sammy “Sam” Lee Beck, 70, passed away June 5, 2020, at Circle of Life in Bentonville, Ark. Sam was born on March 19, 1950, in Beloit, Kan., to James Otis and Opal Josephine Beck.

Sam was raised in Glasco, Kan., and graduated high school in 1968. He received his BS degree in accounting from Fort Hays State University in 1972. He moved to Kansas City where he began his 31-year career with GMAC Financial Services.

He married his wife of 46 years, Catherine Grace Holke, in 1974 in Kansas City, Mo. They raised their two sons in Prairie Village and Leawood, Kan. Before retiring on Beaver Lake, Sam and Cathy lived in Dallas, Texas.

Sam enjoyed camping and fishing with his family, following his sons in sports, woodworking, and spending time with friends.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Marie Reeves and brother James Lee Beck.

He is survived by his wife, Cathy; son Landon Beck and wife Jen of Durango, Colo.; son Travis Beck and wife Melany; and grandson Otis of Breckenridge, Colo.

Sam was a member of Bland Chapel United Methodist Church in Rogers, Ark. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Bland Chapel United Methodist Church, 8530 Twin Coves Road, Rogers, Ark., 72756. Arrangements are with Benton County Memorial Park Funeral Home, Rogers, Ark.

SPRINGDALE — Mark Edward Courdin, 60, received his last pair of wings when he passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020, from injuries suffered in a car accident. Mark was born Nov. 30, 1959, in Monett, Mo.

In 1981, he married his high school sweetheart, Retta Sprouse Courdin. He is a 1978 graduate of Springdale High School. He graduated from Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology where he specialized in aircraft systems, engines and design.

Mark started his career in aviation in 1982. For 20 years, he owned and operated a successful, regional fixedbased aviation company. In 2002, Mark cofounded TMS Development which was responsible for various residential projects in Northwest Arkansas.

Ten years ago, he pursued his passion for agricultural machinery. He used his expertise to grow the John Deere brand throughout Southwest Missouri.

As a younger man, Mark’s passions included dirt biking, drag racing, repelling, hot air ballooning, skydiving, pyrotechnics and aerobatics. Mark enjoyed collecting antiques (cars, motorcycles, guns, Tupperware and Frisco Railroad memorabilia).

He refurbished classic hot rods, tractors and aircraft. On weekends, you could find him at an auction, car show, tractor pull, hunting Bigfoot or working on the family farmhouse in Purdy, Mo.

He loved family road trips. He looked forward to surprising his family with roadside attractions, state parks and little-known about restaurants.

In addition to Retta, Mark is survived by his daughter, Aerial, 30, and son, Jett, 26. He was a devoted husband and loving father. His children were his greatest joy and what he was most proud of. His children will remember his exemplary faith, honesty and selflessness.

Mark was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, hardworking nature and kind spirit. He joked about being born in the wrong century. He always felt a connection to the American Old West, but his family and friends are thankful that God had other plans.

He is also survived by many other family members and friends too numerous to mention. He will be missed.

A graveside service will be at Waldensian Presbyterian Church, 2250 FR 1080, Monett, Mo., 65708, on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at 1 p.m. The service will be officiated by Mr. Charlie Foster.

HILLIARD, Ohio — On Monday, May 18, 2020, John Owen Allen, loving father of three sons and devoted husband of 55 years, passed away at 84 at the Stone Oak Retirement Community in Hilliard, Ohio. John was born Dec. 28, 1935, in Bentonville, Ark., to John and Nadine (Galyean) Allen.

He earned a degree in accounting from University of Arkansas in 1962, after serving in the Air Force as a Russian linguist His USAF stations included Shemya, Alaska, Aleutian Islands, Alaska, and the National Security Agency in

Washington, D.C.

Following graduation, he moved to New York City to work for Price Waterhouse. In 1962, he met a young woman named Nancy Gray from Carthage, N.Y., at a Halloween party in New York City. On Aug. 3, 1963, he married her. They eventually moved to Huntington, W.Va., where they raised their three sons, John, Andrew, and Michael.

John retired from Inco Alloys in 1992, after more than 25 years of service. He began his career there as an outside auditor and retired as president. John loved his family and he loved life, traveling the world. He loved to learn and to share that knowledge with anyone who would listen.

Honest and fiercely loyal, John kept the same best friend, John Douglas, since first grade. After family and career, his biggest passion in life was rooting for his Arkansas Razorbacks! John Allen has gone home with one last calling of his Hogs, “Woooooooo. Pig. Sooie! Razorbacks!”

John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nancy (Gray); father John W.; mother Nadine (Galyean); and sisters Nadine Skerjanec, Susanne Main and Janice Allen.

John is survived by his sons John W., Andrew L. and wife Patty and Michael L.; grandchildren John O., Laura A. Allen and Juliet P.; and great-granddaughter Olivia Tucker.

Per his wishes, John’s body was donated to the Marshall University Joan C. Edward School of Medicine. Like his wife before him, to donate one’s body to the health sciences is a noble, compassionate and humanitarian gesture. A memorial service will be held in John’s hometown of Bentonville, Ark., at a later date.

MARTINSBURG, W. Va. — Jayme Michaele Neally, 40, of Martinsburg, W.Va., went home to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 2043 Butlers Chapel Road after cardiac arrest. Born in Bentonville, Ark., on July 9, 1979, Jayme was the loving daughter of Jeanne Schieferstein and Jay Bruce Neally Jr.

A 1997 graduate of N.W. Academy, Jayme was a truck driver. When not working Jayme spent time with her daughter, Brooke, whom she loved so very much, her family and friends.

A loving mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and daughter, Jayme leaves behind her daughter, Brooke McKenzie Longendyke; brothers Jody Neally and wife Charity of Columbia, Tenn., and Ozzie Hill and wife Tracy of Mt. Pleasant, Tenn.; mother Jeanne Schieferstein and step-father Bob Schieferstein of Martinsburg, W.Va.; paternal grandmother Mae Daugherty of Crisfield, Md.; niece Summer Hill of Springdale, Ark.; nephew Devin Durham and wife Laura of Georgia; aunts Patti (Sugar) Daugherty, Becky and David Corbin and Lou and Billy Drewer; uncle Lewis (Bub) Daughtery and wife Toni all of Crisfield, Md.; and numerous relatives and friends.

Jayme was preceded in death by her father, Jay Bruce Neally, Jr., paternal grandfather Lewis E. Daughtery, and maternal grandmother and grandfather Betty and Jay Bruce Neally.

The family would like everyone to know that they will carry out Jayme’s last wish to have her ashes sprinkled in Beaver Lake, Ark., where her Dad’s ashes were sprinkled.

A celebration of Jayme’s life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.Brown FuneralHomesWV.com.

Saturday, June 13

SPRINGDALE — Betty Sue Bowden of Springdale, formerly of Searcy, Ark., died June 9, 2020. Betty was born Aug. 14, 1938, in Bodcaw, Ark., to the late Harlin and Alta Ward.

Betty was married to Henry L. Bowden for 58 years. Betty loved God and her family first, her church and gardening. She was a member of Cross Church in Springdale. Betty was retired from Searcy Public Schools.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; and her husband.

Betty is survived by one brother, Dale Ward of Denton, Texas; one sister, Marjorie Faught of Texarkana, Ark.; two sons, Michael (Jean) of Cave Springs, Ark., Todd