Wilma Jean Couch Caughman, age 95, of Fayetteville, AR, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025 at Katherine’s Place. Born December 24, 1929, in Fayetteville, she was the daughter of Sam and Dessa (Hester) Couch.

Wilma married the love of her life, Loy Caughman, on March 11, 1946. Their marriage spanned nearly 75 years and was a testament to enduring love and partnership. Together they built a family rooted in devotion and care.

A longtime resident of Washington County, Wilma was a dedicated wife and mother whose greatest joy came from nurturing her family. She poured her heart into raising her children and found immense happiness in spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her home was always filled with warmth and laughter-a place where generations gathered and memories were made.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Loy; her parents, Sam and Dessa Couch; her sister, Vivian Lewis; and brothers, Stanley and Carl Couch; her eldest daughter, Linda Parnell; and grandson, Wade Caughman.

Wilma is survived by her children: Sandy (Kenny) Bailey, David (Mabelee) Caughman, Kathy (Steve) Cox, Doug (Carrie) Caughman; and son-in-law, Larry Parnell. She leaves behind a cherished legacy through her twelve surviving grandchildren: Lance (Suzy) Parnell, Lindsay (Hal) Ramsey, Clay (Sara Elizabeth) Bailey, Sara Beth Bailey, Will Bailey, Malisa (TJ) Howerton, Nathan (Amanda) Caughman, Dessa Caughman, Kyle (Kim) Cox, Dallas Cox, Ti (Kourtney) Caughman, and Tate Caughman. Wilma was also blessed with 22 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren who brought her endless pride and delight. Her precious nieces and nephews also held a special place in her heart. Wilma was lovingly cared for by the nurses, CNA’s, and staff at Katherine’s Place for eight years. She and her nurse, Sarah Longstreth, had a special bond which grew to her becoming a part of Wilma’s family.

Wilma was a woman of deep faith. She was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church in Fayetteville for many years before later attending Prairie Oaks Baptist Church in Prairie Grove. Her commitment to her Saviour and to her church communities reflected the values she lived by-kindness, humility, and steadfast belief.

Wilma worked at Kearney Electric for over four decades. Her strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail earned her respect from colleagues who remembered her dedication long after retirement.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Beard’s Funeral Chapel, 855 S Happy Hollow Rd, Fayetteville, AR with burial at Baptist Ford Cemetery in Greenland. A lunch will follow for family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5-6 PM Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the staff at Circle of Life for their care of their mother during her time in hospice care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Baptist Ford Cemetery, PO Box 18, Fayetteville, AR 72701.