Helen May Martin, 77, of Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025 in Rogers. She was born June 22, 1948 in Crosses, AR to John and Bertha Wilson Shepherd.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Charles Shepherd; and a brother William Shepherd.
Helen retired from Standard Register. She enjoyed being with family and her cat.
She is survived by a son Jerry Martin and wife Stacey of West Fork; a brother Wayne Shepherd of Morris, IL; and two grandsons, Nathan and Nicholas Martin.
The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, November 7, 2025 at Beard’s Chapel with Pastor Ray Shackelford officiating. Interment will follow in Brannon Mountain Cemetery.

I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a special lady. I really really liked her.
I was very sad to hear about Mrs. Helen. Such a sweet woman. My condolences to all her family and friends. She will be missed.
She was like a sister to me I love her so much
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF HERE PASSING. SHE WAS A FRIEND & NEIGHBOR FOR MANY YEARS. SHE WAS A SPECIAL LADY. Love & prayers for family.🙏❤️🙏