Semmie John Guenther, Jr., 61, of Farmington passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2014 in Fayetteville. He was born February 20, 1953 in Little Rock, AR. to Semmie John Guenther, Sr. and Nina Elizabeth Harris.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He was a construction superintendent in commercial construction for 40 plus years; was a graduate of John Brown University; enjoyed being with his family and loved his 7 children.
Survivors include his wife, Shawn Milligan Guenther of Farmington; children, Carmyn Tidmore of Springdale; Jennifer Evans and husband Eric of Prairie Grove; John Guenther, III and wife Shanda of Farmington; Justin Guenther and wife Stephanie of West Fork; Samuel Guenther, Gillian Guenther and Savannah Guenther all of Farmington; son-in-law, Dewayne Tidmore of Prairie Grove and 11 grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 2 P.M. on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at the Guenther/Presley Cemetery, West Pinnacle Rd., Roland, AR. 72135.
Memorials may be made to Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters, 601 Childrens Ln., Norfolk, VA. 23507.
Cremation arrangements by Beard’s Funeral Chapel and Crematory of Fayetteville.


I knew Johnny as a child and into our young teenage years and my thoughts and prayers are with the Guenther Family.
Of course you were Roberts cousin but the memories of you as a teen working at tollivers on lake maumelle you were the sweetest fellow and i will always remember your kindness ….and fun… Gods blessings to all your family you will be missed Love, Sherri & Robert
Sorry for your loss. This part of the world won’t be the same without him. If Johnny was your friend he would be your friend through thick or thin. Johnny will be missed by many. God bless
Sorry for your loss. This part of the world won’t be the same without him. If Johnny was your friend he would be your friend through thick or thin. Johnny will be missed be many. God bless
Johnny was one of the good guys. I ran into him several years ago in NWArk, he had the same good nature I remembered from high school. I’m sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss Debbie. Will lift up you and your family in prayer.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Just heard today that John passed away. He was a great guy!!