The Obituary Section

Arvil Wayne King June September

, Arkansas

September 23, 2026

Arvil Wayne King 83 of Fayetteville Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on the morning of September 24 2026. Born June 14 1943 he grew up in the Elkins Thorny and Huntsville area. For a time he lived with his sister Velda in Huntsville where he learned to cook at her caf while he was still young. Arvil had a gift for figuring things out and making things with his hands. He began working as a flooring contractor at a young age and later learned furniture upholstery. He spent many years in business for himself and became a master upholsterer known for the beautiful work he could do even on the most intricate pieces. In the mid1970s Arvil joined the Fayetteville Fire Department where he served for nearly 20 years. His schedule as a firefighter allowed him to continue building his upholstery business. He was instrumental in organizing the Fayetteville…

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Mary Charlotte Houston Hardin April September

, Arkansas

September 22, 2026

Mary Charlotte Houston Hardin 84 of Fayetteville Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday September 23 2026. Mary was born on April 27 1942 in Palestine Arkansas. She built a life centered around family hard work and the simple things that brought her happiness. in January 1962 and together they shared a life and built a family until his passing in 1999. She was a devoted wife mother grandmother sister and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. A dedicated and hardworking woman Mary spent 30 years with Levi Strauss before retiring. Her career reflected the loyalty dependability and commitment that were so much a part of who she was. In her free time Mary loved quilting. Through countless stitches and carefully chosen pieces of fabric she created beautiful things that could be treasured and passed downa fitting reflection of a life…

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Julie Ann Johansen January September

, Arkansas

September 24, 2026

Julie Ann Johansen 74 of Farmington Arkansas passed away on September 25 2026 at Circle of Life Hospice surrounded by the love of her family. Julie was born January 23 1952 in Yankton South Dakota and grew up in rural Freeman South Dakota. She attended Mount Marty High School in Yankton and later Harmony Hill in Watertown South Dakota where she graduated. She went on to attend beauty school and began a career as a hairstylist. On February 24 1973 Julie married Jack Johansen at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Yankton. Together they built a life and family that would span more than 53 years of marriage. The family later moved to Chadron Nebraska before making their home in Farmington Arkansas in 1990. Throughout those years Julie continued working as a hairstylist. After moving to Arkansas she also found success in car sales where her outgoing personality and natural ability…

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Karren Kay Breeden December October

, Arkansas

October 7, 2026

Karren Kay Breeden 71 of Alexander Arkansas passed away on October 8 2026 due to complications from COPD. Karren was born on December 11 1954 in Wichita Kansas. She spent much of her life working as a hairstylist in Fayetteville Arkansas before retiring in Alexander Arkansas Known for her strongwilled personality determination and sense of humor Karren was a hardworking woman who was always ready with a joke. She had a special fondness for cats and a compassionate heart toward the elderly. Karren was one of seven children. She was preceded in death by her parents a brother one son and many other beloved friends and family. She is survived by her two children six grandchildren one greatgrandchild and many other loved family members. You were more than an aunt you were an amazing friend and confidant I will forever carry you in my heart and love and miss you…

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James Tuffy Thomas Harp May September

, Arkansas

September 6, 2026

James Tuffy Thomas Harp 90 of Fayetteville passed away Monday September 7 2026 in Springdale. He was born May 17 1936 in Eureka Springs to Hollie and Sylvia Mahurin Harp. He was preceded in death by his parents Hollie and Sylvia Harp his wife Billie Harp a son Mike Harp four brothers and three sisters. Tuffy had been employed at AmeriGas for 40plus years. In addition he had previously worked at Acme Janitorial for approximately 10 years. Tuffy attended the Lincoln and Prairie Grove Senior Activity Centers. He played on the Huggers Bean Bag Baseball Team of Prairie Grove. Tuffy was of the Baptist Faith. He is survived by two sons Rodney Harp Fawn of Siloam Springs and Josh Harp Lacey of Bella Vista two brothers Tony Harp of Bella Vista and Dale Harp Betty of Farmington a sister Jeannie Mhoon Ricky of Farmington 10 grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren. Funeral…

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Gerald Jerry Wilson Gilbert February August

, Arkansas

August 27, 2026

Gerald Jerry Wilson Gilbert 82 of Fayetteville Arkansas passed away peacefully on August 28 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 2 1944 in Enon Arkansas Jerry was a man of service strength and great imagination. A proud veteran Jerry served three years in the United States Army dedicating his early adulthood to his country. Following his service he built a long and distinguished career as a USDA Inspector where his integrity and attention to detail were known and respected by all who worked with him. He retired with a sense of duty fulfilled. Jerry was a devoted family man who found his greatest joy in the company of his wife Sandra to whom he was married for 56 wonderful years. An avid outdoorsman he spent much of his life hunting fishing and camping. Family camping trips were a cherished tradition where Jerry would set…

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Richard Myers October September

, Arkansas

September 27, 2026

Richard Myers 74 of Fayetteville passed away Monday September 28 2026 in Fayetteville. He was born October 15 1951 in South Carolina. He was an avid reader loved listening to music drinking coffee and playing pool. Richard loved family friends and animals. His laugh and smile were unmistakable. Ricky we had some good conversations and laughs together. You are missed already my friend. A blessing to have known you . Much love and prayers to your wonderful family. Im so so sorry for your loss Ricky was an amazing person and funny. He made me laugh every time I worked with him. Again my deepest condolences The family will be in my prayers. I wish I knew the words to say to help the pain of his passing but just know he was loved by me and I know by more of the people at FHR CDATA document.getElementById "akjs1" .setAttribute…

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Jesse Nathaniel Lee Orman September September

, Arkansas

With broken hearts we announce the passing of our beloved baby boy Jesse Nathaniel Lee Orman who brought a lifetime of love into our hearts in just a few short hours. Jesse was the cherished child of Hollie and Dhakotah Orman. Though his time with us was far too short his footprint on our lives is everlasting. He is loved beyond measure and will never be forgotten. Jesse is survived by his parents Dhakotah Hollie Orman four sisters McKinnley Greene Maddison Greene Aeileina Orman and Adalynn Orman four grandparents Charles Orman Gary Wages and Kami and Jamie Hoskins along with several aunts uncles and cousins. Immediately following the service a graveside service will be held at Fairview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Fayetteville. Luke 1816 But Jesus called the children to him and said Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them for the kingdom of God…

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Norman Albert Weiss December September

, Arkansas

September 11, 2026

Norman Albert Weiss 72 of Winslow Arkansas passed away peacefully on September 12 2026 at Circle of Life in Springdale Arkansas. Norman was born on December 4 1953 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania to Helen and Eli Weiss. After graduating from high school he attended trade school in Philadelphia where he developed a lifelong love of Grateful Dead music and cars. From there Norman lived a nomadic life traveling to different places camping and enjoying life on his own terms. Eventually he found his way to a cherished piece of property in the country near Winslow Arkansas where he put down roots and called home for more than 30 years. He loved every bit of the life he built on that quiet quaint piece of land. Norman was truly one of a kinda quirky curious independent man with a mischievous spirit who was never afraid to do things his own way. Throughout…

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Arah Laughter Griffin October August

, Arkansas

August 29, 2026

Arah LaughterGriffin 83 of the Maples at Harber Meadows in Springdale Arkansas passed away on Sunday August 30 2026. She was born on October 17 1942 to Clyde and Edith Scott Laughter. Arah was of eight children with two older brothers and five younger siblings. Her mother passed away when she was thirteen years old. Arah became a mother figure to her younger siblings remaining so for the rest of her life and always advocating for them. She was a hard worker who loved gardening her flowers cooking and mostly crocheting beautiful flowers and gifts for her loved ones. She worked as a dietitian at the VA hospital for severalyears. Arah graduated valedictorian of her high school in Deer Arkansas. Arah was preceded in death by both her parents her husband Hubert Griffin her infant son Joseph Griffin her fatherinlaw and motherinlaw Joe and Arkie Griffin her four brothers James…

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