Obituaries

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…View Obituary

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. A private family celebration of life will…View Obituary

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 café while he was…View Obituary

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. Mary married James Shelby Hardin in January 1962, and together…View Obituary

Jesse Nathaniel Lee Orman/ September 17, 2026, 6:18pm – 8:52pm  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…View Obituary

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…View Obituary

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.…View Obituary

Arah Laughter-Griffin, 83, of the Maples at Har-ber 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.…View Obituary

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…View Obituary

IN LOVING MEMORY 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…View Obituary