Obituaries

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BELLA VISTA — Brian

Weaver, 61, of Bella Vista, born Dec. 8, 1956, passed away July 31, 2018, in Bentonville.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Debbie Weaver; brother, Wendell Weaver; two sisters; cousin, Terri Graves; sister- in- law, Patricia Burnett; nieces, Mary, Lisa and Lacey; nephew, Wendell Jr.; two aunts, Hazel and Virginia; numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Betty Rankin and stepfather, Bill Rankin. He is loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

Memorial services will be 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Cooper Memorial Chapel 504 Memorial Drive, Bella Vista, Ark. Guest can begin arriving at 5 p.m.

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

FAYETTEVILLE — It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Bart Langston

Blackwell, 56, of Fayetteville. He pa s s ed away suddenly on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018.

Bart was born in Fayetteville, and attended Fayetteville High School before enlisting in the Air Force. He was stationed in Crete, Greece, where he earned the rank of Sargent, together with several decorations including the Air Force Commendation Medal. He returned home, graduated from the U of A, and then set about a new life of music, warmth, and loyalty to his family, friends and beloved pets.

While stationed in Crete, Bart picked up the guitar, and thereafter never sat it down. He spent much of his remaining years playing guitar in local bands, teaching guitar to anyone who dared show an interest, and — those who love him know — playing guitar at home, surrounded by his cherished pets. In this way, Bart did quietly and with humility devote much of his life to spreading music to others, with the unspoken hope that within it others might find the joy he knew.

Bart was predeceased by

his mother, Bonnie Blackwell ( Guinn); father, Coy Max Blackwell; and stepfather, Jack Guinn.

He leaves to mourn two sisters, Cheryl (Larry) Hughes and Brenda Blackwell-Bruce; two stepsisters, Elizabeth Guinn (Miller) and Deborah Guinn ( Shaffer); as well as several cousins, friends, nieces ( including Maleah and Erin Hughes) and nephews (including Coleson Bruce).

A celebration of his life for family and friends will be held Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Beard’s Funeral Chapel (855 S Happy Hollow Rd., Fayetteville).

Like many great musicians, Bart left us too soon, but not without first gifting us his music, warmth, and love. You will remain forever in our hearts.

Tell me, How have you been?

We all have missed you, And the way you grin

The day is necessary, Every now and then

For souls to move on, Given life back again

Fly on, Fly on, Fly on my friend

Go on, Go on and live again, Love again

Cause day after day, Night after night

Sittin’ here singin’, every, every minute

As the years go passin’ by, by, by, by

A long look in the mirror, We come face to face

Wishin’ our love we took for granted

A love we had yesterday, Cause Life Without You

All the love, you’ve passed our way

Angels have waited, for so long

Now they have their way Take your place…. “Life Without You” — Stevie Ray Vaughan Condolences at www. beardsfuneralchapel.com.

FAYETTEVILLE —

Dennis E. Garrity, 75, of Fayetteville, passed away Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, in Fayetteville. He was born April 16, 1943, in Camden, N.J.

He retired from Walmart Neighborhood Market.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Theresa M. Garrity, to whom he was married 54 years; his children, Judy Marshall, Patricia Garrity and Dennis E. Garrity, Jr; grandchildren, Theresa Wille, Alyssa Marshall, Albert Wille, Jr. and Austin and Dalton Garrity; great-grandchildren, Kalyse and Kalyiah Hampton; and his siblings, Susan Teague, Stanley Guzy and Judy Guzy, all residing in New Jersey.

A Celebration of Life will be 10 a. m. Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, at Beard’s Chapel. Condolences at www.beards funeralchapel.com.

HARRISON — Reba Jane

Lewis, 76, of Harrison, died Aug. 6, 2018. Visitation is Friday, Aug. 10, at Holt Memorial Chapel, in Harrison, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral service is Saturday, Aug. 11, at 10 a.m. at Batavia Assembly of God Church. Surviving are two sons, Keith and Jason Lewis.

PRAIRIE GROVE —

Jenea Margaret Lawrence,

63, of Prairie Grove passed away Saturday, July 28, 2018. She was born July 27, 1955, in Winslow.

She worked at the Clarion Inn for over 20 years.

She is survived by four daughters, Michelle Kragel, Crystal Williams, Deborah DuBois, Diana Lawrence; a son, Thomas Tannehill; a sister, Pamela McIllwain; a brother, Dennis Williford; and eight grandchildren.

Ms. Lawrence didn’t have coverage long enough to cover any expenses. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the “Jenea Lawrence Funeral Fund” located at any Arvest bank. All donations will be used to pay funeral expenses.

Service will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, at New Life Covenant Church in Prairie Grove.

ROGERS — On Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and

friend, Jaime Antonio Selvera Jr.,

19, of Rogers, Ark., passed away at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, surrounded by his loving family. Jaime, called JJ, entered this world on March 13, 1999, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Jaime Antonio Sr. and Colleen Monique Garza Selvera.

JJ is a 2018 graduate of Rogers High School and was employed with Walmart. JJ had a deep love for his family who he would always support and protect. He loved drawing, animation, and creating unique characters. He was the counselor/supporter of his friends, sharing his message of hope.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Norma Ann Selvera.

JJ is survived by his parents, Jaime and Colleen Selvera; one sister, Alexia Nicole (Lexi); maternal grandmother, Ruth Stevens of Rogers, Ark.; great-aunt, Jeannette Bennett and husband, Eugene of Russellville, Ark.; three uncles, Nick Garza and wife, Rachel of Garland, Texas, Jesse Selvera of Corpus Christi, Texas, Joe Selvera of Corpus Christi, Texas; and aunt, Lupita Linscomb of Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, at Stockdale-Moody Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be held at 3 p.m. until service time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services in Rogers. Memories may be shared at stockdale-moodyfs. com. S P R I N G DA L E —

Phyllis Diane Avey, age 63, of Springdale, Ark., went to be with the Lord Aug. 9, 2018. She was born Aug. 21, 1954, in Marshall, Ark., the daughter of Kenneth and Alba Powell Avey.

She was of the Baptist faith. She loved riding horses, fishing, music, dancing and all holidays.

She was preceded by her parents; one sister, Barbara Lawson; and one nephew, Timothy Treat.

She is survived by one brother, Kenny Avey and Glinda, of Springdale, Ark.; one sister, Cathy Vaughan and Jerry, of Springdale, Ark.; three nephews: Kyle Avey, Nathan Avey and Jon Lawson; two nieces: Tami Scates and Laura Vaughan; and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at 10:30 a. m. in the Chapel of Memorial Funeral Home, 3926 Willowood Ave., Springdale, Ark. 72762, with Reverend Charlie Foster and Donnie Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Burkshed Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made to www.memorialfhspringdale.com.

WO O D L AW N — Candy Qualls of the Woodlawn community passed away Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, at her home.

Mrs. Qualls had previously been employed for the Wo o d l awn Schools. She was a faithful member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Calmer and an active member of her community. Mrs. Qualls dearly loved her church family and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Hurshell D. Qualls; parents, William Henry and Linnie Ewing Osburn.

Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, Cary (Brenda) Qualls of Monticello, Hal (Jeannie) Qualls of El Dorado; grandchildren, Kelly Gilbert, Katie Berryman, Joshua Qualls, Jacob Qualls, Judson Qualls; great grandchildren, Charlotte, Kylie, Luke, Mary Grace and a host of loving church family and friends.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Calmer. Interment will follow in Enon Cemetery at Rye. Visitation will be 6 until 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 10, 2018, at Buie Funeral Home in Rison.

Memorials may be made to the Hurshell D. Qualls Scholarship Fund, c/o Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church.

Funeral arrangements are by Buie Funeral Home in Rison. Please sign the online guest book at www.buie funeralhome.com.