Obituaries

Teresa Ann Richards, 66, of Fayetteville, passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025 in Fayetteville. She was born July 1, 1959 in Waterloo, Iowa to AC Kenneth and Bobbie McFarland Chism. She was preceded in death by her father AC Chism; two brothers, Rickie and Kenneth Chism; and a sister Pam Church. Teresa enjoyed playing games,…View Obituary

Lou Godfirnon, 82, of Fayetteville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 24, 2025 in Fayetteville. He was born October 11, 1942 in Los Angeles, California to Lou and Virginia Godfirnon. Lou attended Bell Gardens High School in Bell Gardens, California, and was a proud member of the graduating class of…View Obituary

“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.” -Proverbs 31:25 Janice Darlene Taylor Kelly, 80, of Fayetteville, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 22, 2025. She was born March 19, 1945 in Crosses Creek, AR to Elton George Taylor and Elsie Lorene Shackelford Taylor. A proud graduate…View Obituary

Tammy Michelle Rayburn gained her wings and found peace on August 22nd 2025. She is survived by her husband Charles Rayburn; two sons David Senart Jr and James Adam Senart; her 7 grandchildren, Daphne Bateman, Brittany Senart, Brionna Senart, Connor Senart, James Senart, Abigail Senart and Vada Senart; and one brother William Duke. Tammy joins…View Obituary

Helen “Lynette” Horton, 80, of Fayetteville, AR, peacefully passed away on August 23, 2025, at Katherine’s Place at Wedington, Fayetteville AR. She was born on April 2, 1945, in Tulsa, OK, to Harold and Irene McGrew. Helen led a life dedicated to caring for her family, working diligently in administrative roles and traveling extensively with…View Obituary

Marcia MacLeish Donley, 78, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away on August 15, 2025. She was born on June 24, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Eleanor Lowe and William MacLeish Donley. Marcia grew up in Cleveland Heights and graduated Cleveland Heights High School before beginning her studies at Bucknell University. She later graduated from Ohio University…View Obituary

Frank L. Doughty passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born June 21, 1930 in Memphis, Tennessee. Predeceasing him were his parents Frank L. and Mabel Gilliam Doughty, aunts Ruth (Doughty) Bradshaw, Helen (Doughty) Robinson, Charlotte (Gilliam) Glidden and Mildred (Gilliam) Reese. He is survived by his wife Suzanne Buerkle Doughty, son Frank Christian…View Obituary

Adam “Bub” O’Neil Beck, 37, of Goshen, AR passed away August 18, 2025. He was born February 9, 1988 to Vernon Beck of Huntsville and Sandra Beck of Goshen. He loved fishing, hunting, and old cars. Adam loved playing video games with Corey and friends. He enjoyed listening to music and going to concerts with…View Obituary

Gary Lee Spurlock, 76, left for his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Gary was born on December 16, 1948 at the city hospital in Fayetteville, AR to George Lee and Evelyn (Ball) Spurlock. He is preceded in death by his parents Lee and Evelyn Spurlock, and his father-in-law Austin Schader. Gary was a…View Obituary

Brent Michael Root, 54, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away July 27, 2025, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale.  He was born on January 31, 1971 in Nebraska to Katherine and William Root.  Brent loved being outdoors, kayaking, hunting, concerts, and spending time with his friends and family.  He worked for the city of Fayetteville…View Obituary