Betty Carlene Grant, 79, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born August 17, 1947 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the daughter of Carl and Floy (Barker) Hayes. After graduating from Fayetteville High School, Betty married Roger Grant, whom she spent 62 loving years with. She … More Betty Grant
Tava Louise Bessler Madison passed away on Sunday, August 23, in Fayetteville. A service of prayer and celebration will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, at Fellowship Bible Church, Fayetteville. Tava was born on October 8th, 1940, in Nashville, Kansas, to George Miles Bessler and Ava Frances Randal. Tava spent most of her … More Tava Madison
Randy Browne, born November 21, 1958, passed away on August 18, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, at the age of 67. A devoted father, gifted musician, and lifelong animal lover, Randy’s presence brought humor and creativity into every space he occupied. Randy grew up in Fayetteville, Ark., where his love of music first took root. … More Randy Browne
Christopher Michael Nelson, 48, of Fayetteville was united with Jesus on Monday, August 17, 2026. Chris courageously lived with ALS for three years, meeting each day with determination, hope and unwavering strength. Chris was born June 20, 1978 to Terrie Feagin and Michael Nelson. He graduated from Springdale High School and went on to earn … More Chris Nelson
Raija Hellevie (Tyrvainen) Carey, age 75, of Fayetteville, Arkansas died in the early morning hours on Sunday August 16, 2026, after a long battle with severe COPD and congestive heart failure. Raija was a beloved Sister, Wife, Mother and “Nana” as she was known to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She had a contagious laughter and … More Raija Carey
Norman Ray Moulden, 81, of Fayetteville passed away August 14, 2026. He was born June 5, 1945 in Fort Riley, Kansas, to Elmer Ronald and Eleanor Kopsa Moulden. He attended many schools growing up as his dad was in the military. Norman graduated from Elkins High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy … More Norman Moulden
Maxwell Lee Akers, 86 of Fayetteville passed away August 13, 2026, in Bentonville, Ark. He was born June 19, 1940, in Brooklyn Township, Ill., to Charles Floyd Akers and Elizabeth Bunn (Stambaugh) Akers. He is a U.S. Navy veteran after serving 10 years. He retired after 45 years as a boiler engineer for the Veteran’s … More Maxwell Lee Akers
Brenda Kay Wood, age 75, of Fayetteville passed away Thursday August 13, 2026. She was born June 26, 1951, in Fayetteville to Robert and Alice Center. Brenda spent her entire life in Fayetteville. She was a graduate of Greenland High School and loved to talk about her high school days playing basketball. She was an … More Brenda Wood
William Clarence Whitfield III passed away on Wednesday, August 12th, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 9, 1938, in Fayetteville to Louise Green Whitfield and William Clarence Whitfield Jr. Known to most as “Bill,” he was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 … More Bill Whitfield
Richard C. “Dick” Wakefield, 74, of Fayetteville passed away August 12, 2026, after a courageous two-year cancer battle. He was born June 3, 1952, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Nelson Wakefield and Betty (Lineback) Wakefield. Dick worked as the Director of Taxation at ArcBest Corporation for almost 40 years. The 21st Street Gang of ArcBest meets several times each year to stay in … More Dick Wakefield