Grandpa, come up here and hold me!
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 16, 2013

Delphine Virginia Boyette slid right into life with 6 lbs. 8 ozs., packed into her 20-inch frame. She was born April 24, 6:23 a.m. in Portland, Ore., to Adam and Emilia Boyette.

Delphine is the name of the hotel in the south of France where Adam and Emilia were staying when they got engaged.

And grandpa, Independent reporter Nicky Boyette, will miss only one June city council meeting when he goes to Portland to meet his first grandchild.

Jason Lee Polan, April 5, 1941 – May 4, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 16, 2013

Jason Lee Polan, 72, passed away May 4 at Green Acres Lodge – his former residence being Victoria Woods Senior Community in Eureka Springs, where he had been living for the last five years.

He was born April 5, 1941, in Houston, Texas, and lived most of his life in Dallas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alice McCown Polan and Lee Roy Polan. He is survived by brothers Don and Roger Polan of Dallas, nephew Matthew Polan of Dallas, niece Emily Polan Randle of San Antonio, and several cousins.

Jason was a graduate of Highland Park High School and Southern Methodist University, where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. It was during these years that he made many lifelong friends. Jason was a true entrepreneur, achieving success as a real estate developer and restaurateur.

He will be remembered for his independent spirit, sense of adventure, love of art, zest for life and quest for fine cuisine.

Jason had a very sweet and poignant recent five years while making his home in Eureka Springs. In this village of diversity, friends old and new touched his life in a manner of care and nurture he was not able to experience in Dallas. He came here with advancing diabetes and ultimately passed away suddenly without visible struggle of a massive heart attack – at peace in the knowledge that he was loved and attended.

Eureka Springs and its eclectic community lifestyle was where he wanted to be. We were fortunate to enjoy his company and stories of his fascinating life. His generosity was one trait he will be remembered for by many.

A memorial celebration of his life will scheduled at a later date. Memorials may be sent to Good Shepherd Humane Society, 6486 Hwy. 62E, Eureka Springs, AR 72632.

Bryan Lawrence Stoppel, Jan. 14, 1961 – May 8, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 16, 2013

Bryan Lawrence Stoppel, a resident of Eureka Springs, passed away May 8 at the age of 52. He was born January 14, 1961 in Eureka Springs, a son of Manfred Lawrence and Mary Louise (Hull) Stoppel.

Bryan received his Bachelor’s degree from the College of the Ozarks, and was a member of the Rock Springs Baptist Church. He loved music and his dogs. Bryan spent a lot of time reading his Bible and seeking Christ. He was a ghost tour guide at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs before his retirement.

He is survived by mother, Mary Louise Stoppel of Eureka Springs; two sisters, Venita and husband, Vernon Summers of Berryville; Cheryl and husband, Richard Hattenhauer of Berryville; five brothers, Billy Ray Stoppel of Bentonville; Ronald Lee Stoppel of Little Rock; Dennis Gene and wife, Susan Stoppel of Rogers; David and wife, Jackie Stoppel of Berryville; Arthur Dale and wife, Vanessa Stoppel of Eureka Springs; several nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation was May 13 at the Nelsons Chapel of the Springs. Funeral service was May 14 at the Nelsons Chapel of the Springs with Rev. Tim Garrison officiating. Interment followed at the Oak Hill Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service.

Memorial donations may be made to the Rock Springs Baptist Church, 1898 CR 211, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 or Carroll County Relay for Life, First National Bank of Green Forest, c/o Tiffany Ball, POB 272, Berryville, AR 72616. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Ronald James Newburn, July 2, 1946 – May 2, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 09, 2013

Ronald James Newburn, of Eureka Springs, passed away May 2, 2013 at the age of 66. He was born July 2, 1946 in Plattsmouth, Neb., a son of James Warren and Mary Eva Benedict Newburn.

He was a woodworker, craftsman, janitor, mechanic, plumber and truly a jack of all trades. He attended the Faith Christian Family Church, and was a member of the Plattsmouth AERIE 365 fraternal order of Eagles. 

On December 7, 1968 he was united in marriage with Nancy Ann Catron who survives him of the home. He is also survived by daughter, Tami Mazzota of Florida; son, Donald Newburn and wife, RaeAnne, of Eureka Springs; daughter, Carey Newburn Snow of Eureka Springs; brother, Art Newburn of Plattsmouth, Neb.; eight grandchildren, Jay Jr., Paige, Chaz, Karley, Cynthia, Alicia, Terra and Makayla; mother, Eva Krings of Plattsmouth, Neb.; several nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his father; two brothers, Dale and Gary Newburn; grandchildren Cody Boatright and Casey Boatright; and Donnie Newburn, Jr. 

Visitation was May 7 at the Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel and funeral was May 8 with Rev. Marvin Peterson officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Rockhouse Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, Memorial or Tribute Processing Center, POB 1653, Topeka, KS 66601 or the notvt.org.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Jeannie Mitchell, Sept. 29, 1951 – April 16, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 02, 2013

Jeannie Mitchell of Holiday Island passed away peacefully in Fayetteville, Ark., on April 16 after a battle with cancer. She was 61.

She was born September 29, 1951 in Newton, Kan., to Marvin and Eleanor (Stanbrough) Goertz. She was raised in Wichita, Kan., and graduated from Wichita Heights High School in 1969. She attended Kansas University and Wichita State University, majoring in English Journalism.

Jeannie met and married Dale Mitchell September 1, 1979 in a little church in Hamilton, Kan., where his parents had been married. She worked and had her own exercise business until 1985 when her first son, Tyler, was born in Wichita. She became a homemaker and devoted her energy to her family.

She moved to Springfield, Mo., in 1985 after falling in love with the Ozarks. Her second son, Parker, was born in Springfield in 1988.

She visited Holiday Island in 1987 and bought a lot, hoping to retire there. While living in Aurora, Mo., and getting closer to Holiday Island, she worked for the newspaper as a reporter and special features writer. She really enjoyed talking to people and was very good at writing.

Moving to Holiday Island in 1997 her dream was fulfilled. Raising her two boys and helping her husband start a small business became her passion.She loved growing plants and arranging flowers. She enjoyed searching and studying the scriptures looking for truth. She had a network of friends and resources on the Internet and was the go-to person for information. She will be missed by many with her parting salutation, “Sleep with Angels.” 

Jeannie is survived by her husband, Dale, of the home; son, Tyler of Holiday Island; Parker and daughter-in-law, Janey, of Bella Vista; mother and stepfather, Eleanor and Roy Williams; brother, Gary and wife, Melva, of Valley Center, Kan. 

Celebration of Life Services will be 2:15 p.m., Friday, May 10, at the Holiday Island Community Church. Cremation arrangements were made with Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Mildred Krebbs, April 29, 1923 – April 30, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, May 02, 2013

Mildred Krebbs of Eureka Springs, was born April 29, 1923 in Vaiden, Miss., a daughter of Graver and Norma (Linn) Clark. She departed this life in Holiday Island at the age of 90.

Mildred was an antique dealer who owned and operated an antique shop.

She is survived by one son, Phillip Krebbs of Eureka Springs and several other loved ones and friends.

On June 17, 1941, Mildred was united in marriage with Theodore “Ted” Austin Krebbs who preceded her in death.

Visitation is from 1 – 2 p.m. May 3, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs in Eureka Springs followed by the funeral service with Rev. Joel E. Haire officiating.

Interment will be in the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Eugene V. Lovelace, Jr., Jan. 18, 1957 – April 21, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 25, 2013

Eugene V. Lovelace, Jr., of Berryville, Ark., was born January 18, 1957 in Martinez, Calif., a son of Eugene Victor and Edith Imogene (Choat) Lovelace, Sr. He departed this life Sunday, April 21, in Berryville, at age 56.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial Donations may be made Nelson Funeral Service, POB 311, Berryville, AR 72616. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Gordon Keith “Sweetie” Hutchison, Jr., October 18, 1963 – April 16, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 25, 2013

Gordon Keith “Sweetie” Hutchison, Jr. was born on October 18, 1963 in Nashville, Tenn., to Gordon and Sharon Hutchison. He died April 16 in Bastrop, La., surrounded by family and friends.

Raised in Bastrop, Keith was an active outdoorsman. Between hunting, his love for the river and maintaining his garden, he truly appreciated nature for all it had to offer. After moving to Eureka Springs, Ark., he quickly gained the name “Louisiana Keith” for his southern accent and loving personality.

Keith was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Todd Hutchison. He is survived by two sons, Gordon Keith Hutchison, III and wife of McKinney, Texas, and Kevin Todd Hutchison and wife of Bastrop; a daughter, Amber Harris of Bastrop; father, Gordon Keith Hutchison, Sr. of Tulsa, Okla.; a brother, Ronnie Hutchison of Tulsa; a sister, Debra Hutchison of Tulsa; two cousins, Chris Richardson and Rodney Riles; two grandchildren, Asher and Liam Hutchison; four nieces, one nephew and a host of extended family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Eureka Springs at a later date.

John Russell Ratliff, March 1, 1929 – April 18, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 25, 2013

John Russell Ratliff, of Beaver, Ark., was born March 1, 1929 in Fender, Ark. He was the son of Luke Ratliff and Mary Alma (Sits) and Dan Kaffka. He departed this life Thursday, April 18 at the Circle of Life Hospice House in Bentonville at age 84. 

An honored veteran, he proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 30 years during the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Always willing to help his fellow veterans, after retirement he served as the Carroll County Veteran’s Officer.

John was a member of the Holiday Island Baptist Church, the Masonic Lodge, the American Legion and the Rotary Club. He owned and operated Wardrobe Cleaners in Eureka Springs for 11 years and served as Mayor of Beaver for 12 years. He was instrumental in the establishment of Beaver Park on Table Rock Lake. Working relentlessly with the Corps of Engineers, he secured the necessary support to properly maintain the Little Golden Gate Bridge. Through all the years of hard work and help from many volunteers he was pleased to witness accomplishment of his mission. 

On June 25, 1948, John was united in marriage with Elizabeth (Meier) who survives him of the home. He is also survived by one son, John “JR” Ratliff and wife, Robyn, of Eureka Springs; four daughters, Debbie and husband, James Willbanks of Bentonville, Ark.; Mary Ambrose and fiancé Jose Galindo of Holiday Island, Ark.; Patty and husband, Tom Marler; Cindy Ratliff; Tina and husband, Homer Johnson, and adopted son and daughter, Nitz and Kim Eiler, all of Eureka Springs; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. 

His father, Luke Ratliff, and mother and stepfather, Mary Alma and Dan Kaffka, preceded him in death. 

Memorial service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 27, at the American Legion Post #9, at the junction of Hwys. 23N and 187, Eureka Springs. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Nelson Funeral Service. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Holiday Island Baptist Church, 14 Stateline Drive, Holiday Island, AR 72631; American Legion Post #9, 2546 Mundell Road, Eureka Springs, AR 72631; or Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, AR 72762. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Dorothy Tanton, Oct. 15, 1923 – April 16, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 25, 2013

Dorothy Tanton, having faithfully served her Lord Jesus Christ on Earth, is now rejoicing in His presence in heaven. She was born October 15, 1923 in Highland Park, Mich., a daughter of Stanley, Sr. and Ennana (Rainey) Rice. She was a resident of Eureka Springs for 26 years where she was a homemaker and attended the Lone Star Bible Church.

She departed this life Tuesday, April 16, in Eureka Springs at the age of 89. On February 1, 1947 she was united in marriage with the love of her life, Jason Thomas Tanton, who survives her. She is also survived by her son, Lanny and wife, Ruth Ann Tanton, of Austin, Texas; daughter, Rhonda Lee Tanton of Eureka Springs; grandchildren, Jason Tanton II and Justin Tanton of Austin, Texas, and several nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Stanley Rice, Jr. 

Memorial services will be 2:30 p.m., Sunday, April 21, at the Lone Star Bible Church. Service arrangements were made with Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be sent to the Lone Star Bible Church, Hwy. 23 South, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Terry Allen Thornton, May 27, 1958 – April 22, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 25, 2013

Terry Allen Thornton lost his seven year battle with cancer on April 22. He was born on May 27, 1953 in Casa Grande, Ariz., to Jimmy and Betty (Smart) Thornton.

He was the youngest of four boys. Shortly after he was born, the family moved to Shafter, Calif., where he attended school. He met Cammie Lamirand, who became his first wife and they moved to Bakersfield together and had three children.

Terry worked for over 13 years at Cawelo Water District, east of Shafter. In the early 1990s they moved to Shawnee, Okla. Terry eventually went to work for the city of Midwest City, Okla. His first marriage ended, and then he met his soul mate, Vivian Jay, in 1997.

Together they were able to start several successful businesses and had the last 16 years together. He had a lifelong passion for working on cars and motorcycles.

In 2001 they discovered Eureka Springs, Arkansas. They loved the town so much they created a beautiful home there where all of the bike family came up every Memorial Day weekend from all over the last seven years.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Thornton; mother, Betty Odom; step-father, Jim Odom; oldest brother, Michael Thornton; and grandparents, Jesse and Ethel Thornton and Dan and Ruth Smart.

He is survived by Vivian Thornton of the home. Older brothers, Steven Thornton and wife, Barbara, of Bakersfield, Calif., and David Thornton and wife, Beverly, of Shafter, Calif.; kids and grandkids, William Thornton; Valerie and husband, Joe Lehenbauer; and Carrie Thornton all of Tecumseh, Okla.; Stephen Thomas of Helena, Okla.; Crystal Rose of the home; Carmie Shae Chazel of Seminole, Okla.; Jeff and Caroline Adams, Paige Adams, Payton Adams and Preston Thornton all of Sandy Valley, Nev.; Zachary Thornton and Tonya Thornton both of Shawnee, Okla.; numerous nieces and nephews; and numerous adopted Bar Family. He had many adopted kids and Bar, Bike and Eureka Springs family too numerous to list.

Visitation will be from 6 – 9 p.m. Friday, April 26, and from 8:30 a.m. until service time Saturday, April 27 at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs. Funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27 at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs. Interment will be in the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Ruth Katherine Haydon, Jan. 27, 1920 – April 11, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 18, 2013

Ruth Katherine Haydon of Holiday Island, Ark., was born January 27, 1920 in Newhall, Iowa, a daughter of Henry and Sophie (Werning) Steinke. She died April 11 at Holiday Island at the age of 93.

She was raised with a very strong, ever-present Lutheran faith. She continued all through her life to be a devoted participant in her churches and actively demonstrated this faith to everyone around her.

Ruth married Carl G. Haydon in 1941. They lived in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Coralville, Iowa, before moving to Illinois in 1960. After 29 years in Rolling Meadows, Ruth and Carl moved to Paris, Ill., where Ruth remained for 15 more years. She relocated to Holiday Island, where she was close to family.

We rejoice that Ruth has experienced a Heavenly reunion with her husband, Carl, her parents and brothers, infant daughter, Nancy, many extended family members and Christian friends.

Ruth’s surviving loved ones are far spread but many, and include her four children, son Rev. Kenneth and wife, Bernadine Haydon, of Eureka Springs; daughters, Karen and husband, Joye McElwee, of Fair Grove, Mo.; Linda Waterman of Algonquin, Ill.; Luann and husband, Martin Mathesius, of Bloomingdale, Ill.; grandchildren Kurt Haydon, Heather Haydon, Anne Boothe, Jorene Brooks, Kristine Butts, Nathan McElwee, Melissa and husband, Patrick Moss; Daniel and wife, Lori Mathesius; Kerri and husband, Jeffrey Lewandowski; step grandchildren, Johnathon and wife, Laura Fairchild; Chad and wife, Jennifer Fairchild; Beau Fairchild; Lt. Col. Michael and wife, Jennifer Waterman; Paul Waterman and Kelly Waterman. She is also survived by numerous great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Haydon were April 15 at Grace Lutheran Church in Holiday Island with Rev. Kenneth Haydon and Deacon James Moore officiating. Graveside was April 18 at the Merle Hay Cemetery in Des Moines.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Grace Lutheran Church, 179 Holiday Island Drive, Holiday Island, Arkansas 72631. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

John Richard Riddler II, June 30, 1944 – April 14, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 18, 2013

John Richard Riddler II, a resident of Eureka Springs, was born June 30, 1944 in Corpus Christi, Texas, a son of John Richard and Marjorie Arlene (Altenbern) Riddler. He departed this life April 14 in Eureka Springs at age 68.

John was a member of the First Methodist Church in Eureka Springs and the Elks Lodge #1042. He was a P.A.D.I. and N.A.S.D.S. Diving Instructor, loved his boat and being outdoors. He worked as a supervisor at Tyson Foods in Berryville for line 3 for many years. John was also one of the original cast members of the Great Passion Play.

He was a rodeo clown at Stephen F. Austin in Nacogdoches, Texas in 1963. He managed three ranches: 5M Ranch, White River Ranch and Hidden Valley Ranch in Eureka Springs.

On July 7, 1977, John was united in marriage with Meredith (Taylor) Riddler who survives him of the home. He is also survived by five children, Robert Heath Biggs; Holly Spear Blagg; Jason Neil Riddler and wife, Melody; John Austin Riddler and wife, Corrie Jo; and Meagan Lee “Pipsie” and husband, Willie Alberson; eight grandchildren; one brother, Donald Riddler and wife, Linda; three sisters, Bonnie Sue and husband, Rex Gustin; Marjie and husband, David Anderson; and Carolyn Moore; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents.

Gathering of Remembrance with Family and Friends will be 7 p.m. Friday, April 19, at the Valley View Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Riddler officiating. Interment will be in the Eureka Springs Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be sent to Cornerstone Bank c/o Meredith Riddler or sent to Meredith Riddler, #1 Hayes, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Ruth Katherine Haydon, Jan. 27, 1920 – April 11, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 18, 2013

Ruth Katherine Haydon of Holiday Island, Ark., was born January 27, 1920 in Newhall, Iowa, a daughter of Henry and Sophie (Werning) Steinke. She died April 11 at Holiday Island at the age of 93.

She was raised with a very strong, ever-present Lutheran faith. She continued all through her life to be a devoted participant in her churches and actively demonstrated this faith to everyone around her.

Ruth married Carl G. Haydon in 1941. They lived in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Coralville, Iowa, before moving to Illinois in 1960. After 29 years in Rolling Meadows, Ruth and Carl moved to Paris, Ill., where Ruth remained for 15 more years. She relocated to Holiday Island, where she was close to family.

We rejoice that Ruth has experienced a Heavenly reunion with her husband, Carl, her parents and brothers, infant daughter, Nancy, many extended family members and Christian friends.

Ruth’s surviving loved ones are far spread but many, and include her four children, son Rev. Kenneth and wife, Bernadine Haydon, of Eureka Springs; daughters, Karen and husband, Joye McElwee, of Fair Grove, Mo.; Linda Waterman of Algonquin, Ill.; Luann and husband, Martin Mathesius, of Bloomingdale, Ill.; grandchildren Kurt Haydon, Heather Haydon, Anne Boothe, Jorene Brooks, Kristine Butts, Nathan McElwee, Melissa and husband, Patrick Moss; Daniel and wife, Lori Mathesius; Kerri and husband, Jeffrey Lewandowski; step grandchildren, Johnathon and wife, Laura Fairchild; Chad and wife, Jennifer Fairchild; Beau Fairchild; Lt. Col. Michael and wife, Jennifer Waterman; Paul Waterman and Kelly Waterman. She is also survived by numerous great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Haydon were April 15 at Grace Lutheran Church in Holiday Island with Rev. Kenneth Haydon and Deacon James Moore officiating. Graveside was April 18 at the Merle Hay Cemetery in Des Moines.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Grace Lutheran Church, 179 Holiday Island Drive, Holiday Island, Arkansas 72631. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Bob McBride, August 10, 1940 – April 4, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 11, 2013

Bob McBride, who with his wife, Linda, was a longtime and frequent Eureka Springs visitor and homeowner, died last Thursday in Fayetteville.

“He was so incredibly polite,” one close friend said. “Bob really liked it here, and although he was out and about, few people have a handle on him because he was so quiet. He was all about business, he went to every place in town that served Budweiser, his beer, and he would check the dates on the bottles to make sure everything was as it should be. He was a stickler for making sure all was well with those who were buying beer from McBride Distributing.

“And he was a crazy tipper. He made sure others knew he appreciated their hard work. Bob and Linda were not just visitors, they got it, they understood and appreciated this town. They were grand marshals for an early parade. And he loved going to White Street.”

Bob and Linda were in one of the first May Festival of the Arts parade that was so short they each drove a convertible and did the loop twice.

Another friend, who said Bob was a friend for 20 years, told of Bob’s business acumen. “He was encouraging. He paid attention to details. He supported business and those who insisted on pursuing it. Bob was a true, gentle soul, which he complemented with being smart. And he actually lived his consideration, it was authentic, it was the real deal.”

And he loved drinking beer with Jesus at the Hi Hat.

Services are Friday, April 12 at St Paul’s Episcopal Church in Fayetteville at 2 p.m.

Charlene Mae Maxwell, July 10, 1946 – March 26, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 04, 2013

Charlene Mae Maxwell, a resident of Eureka Springs, was born July 10, 1946 in Kansas City, Kan., a daughter of Charles Dewayne and Myrian Delores (Bolton) Williams. She departed this life Tuesday, March 26, in Eureka Springs, at the age of 66.

Charlene was a member of the First Assembly of God in Eureka Springs and a member of the Praise and Worship Team at church and of the Women’s Ministries. She loved working in her flower garden and being outside. She enjoyed camping, spending time with her family and being a servant to the Lord.

On August 20, 1965 she was united in marriage with Roy Paul Maxwell who survives her of the home. She is also survived by two sons, Steven Paul Maxwell of Berryville, Ark.; Robert Lee Maxwell and Pepsi Marie of Bonner Springs, Kan.; daughter, Brandy Michelle Lee and husband, Mark, of Green Valley, Mo.; mother, Myrian Williams of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; brother, Dennis Williams and wife, Marilyn, of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; Gaylen Williams and wife, Mary, of Merriam, Kan.; sister, Sheila Williams of Overland Park, Kan.; five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her father.

There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at the First Assembly of God Church in Eureka Springs with Reverend Charles Reed officiating. Memorial donations may be sent to the First Assembly of God Church, 350 Frontage Road, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 or the Passion Play, 935 Passion Play Road, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

John William Anderson, March 13, 1930 – March 26, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, April 04, 2013

John William Anderson, a resident of Holiday Island, , was born March 13, 1930 in Waterville, Kansas, son of William and Lillie (Lundberg) Anderson. He departed this life, March 26, in Holiday Island at the age of 83. 

On June 12, 1949, John was united in marriage with Rose Marie Smith, a union that would last 60 years! During this time John and Rose moved throughout the Midwest while John pursued a career in the retail industry.

John started his career in Lincoln, Neb., with Bethany Supply, the first hardware store he owned. He then spent several years working for Sears, Gateway, Zales and Coast to Coast focusing his talents in building and developing retail subsidiaries.

John returned to his roots and bought a TruValue store in Wichita, Kan., where he spent 12 years focusing on the hardware business. John and Rose retired to Holiday Island in 1998 where John spent his spare time working on his golf game!

Rose preceded John in death.

John is survived by one son, William Paul and wife, Barbara Anderson, of Osage Beach, Mo.; one daughter, Janet Marie Anderson and husband, Don Nippard, Jr., of Severna Park, Md.; one grandson, Aaron and wife, Shannon Copher, of Osage Beach, Mo.; two great grandchildren, Gavin and Kylee Copher of Osage Beach, Mo.; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones on Holiday Island and throughout the Midwest. 

He was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Paul and Milton Anderson. 

Memorial service will be held on Monday, April 1, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the Holiday Island Presbyterian Church, 111 Valley Drive, POB 3095, Holiday Island, AR 72631. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Holiday Island Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.nelsonfuneral.com

Lorena J. Durland, March 29, 1916 – March 21, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, March 28, 2013

Lorena J. Durland, a resident of Coffeyville, Kansas, was born March 29, 1916 in Beaver, Arkansas, a daughter of Henry James and Alice Bell (Pendergraft) Beaver. She departed this life Thursday, March 21, 2013 in Coffeyville, Kansas at 96. 

Lorena was a member of the First Christian Church in Eureka Springs since 1964. She was a one time member of the Eastern Star in Kansas and a member of the Emblem Club of the Elks Lodge #1042. She loved gardening, sewing and catfishing. 

Lorena is survived by one son, Charles Durland of Coffeyville, Kan.; Linda Clark Ford and husband, Bob, of South Coffeyville, Okla.; six grandchildren: Lloyd Gene Clark, Jr., Christina Clark, Charles Merrit Durland, Jr., Mary Katherine Durland, Michael Durland and Rebecca Durland; eight great-grandchildren; and several other relatives and friends. 

On August 1, 1936, Lorena was united in marriage with Henry Merit “Bud” Durland who preceded her in death on September 26, 1977. She was also preceded by her parents; four brothers, Clarence, Harold, Fred and Willie Beaver; and two sisters, Mary Burnett and Maye Owens. 

Visitation will be held from 5 – until 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs in Eureka Springs. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2013 at the First Christian Church in Eureka Springs with Reverend Phil Wilson officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Beaver Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Beaver Cemetery Fund, c/o Mabel Walden, 6005 Hwy. 187, Eureka Springs, AR 72631. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Claudia J. Blankenship, July 21, 1934 – March 23, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, March 28, 2013

Claudia J. Blankenship, a resident of Eureka Springs, was born July 21, 1934 in Hugoton, Kansas, a daughter of Earl S. and Ruth Marian (McKenna) Greenwood. She departed this life Saturday, March 23, 2013 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas at the age of 78.  

Claudia was of the Christian faith. She worked as a hospital transporter. 

Claudia is survived by four sons: Joe Stephenson Blankenship and wife, Suzy, of Port Aransas, Texas; Dale Blankenship of Beeville, Texas; Johnny Blankenship and wife, JoNell, of Tyler, Texas; and David Blankenship and wife, Beverly, of Eureka Springs, Ark.; seven grandchildren: Cindy Walker, Christy Fowler, Brian Blankenship, Laura Blankenship, Lacey Blankenship, Amanda Blankenship and Travis Blankenship; two great-grandchildren: Cayden and Conner Walker; and several other relatives and friends. 

On October 16, 1950, Claudia was united in marriage with Joe Stephenson Blankenship who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her parents. 

There will be no visitation. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 30, 2013 at the Holly House, 100 Ridgeview Road, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Flint Street Food Bank, P.O. Box 323, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Manuel “Manny” Ortiz, Jan. 2, 1933 – March 8, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, March 14, 2013

Manuel “Manny” Ortiz, a beloved downtown traffic control officer, died suddenly last Friday of a heart attack. Manny had worked for the Eureka Springs Police Department for 20 years.

“Manny was a peace officer, traffic coordinator, downtown fixture, comandante with a heart as big as California,” one close friend said. “Who knows how many hundreds of parades he harmonized? Even when he was giving you a ticket he made you feel good.”

He is survived by his fiancée, Robin Collins, and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service Friday, March 15 at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church on Crescent Drive at 6 p.m., and a Celebration of Life Sunday evening, March 17 at Caribé Cantina with plenty of music, singing, dancing, toasting and love.

Manny was photographed for the Community at Peace installation in 2009. He was proud to be a Navy veteran and wanted to wear a Korean War cap for the photo.

James Roger “Jim” Duffy, Oct. 7, 1948 – March 5, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, March 14, 2013

James Roger “Jim” Duffy of Eureka Springs passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on the March 5, 2013, after a six month battle with cancer. 

He was born October 7, 1948, in Gregory, South Dakota to Dan and Mildred Duffy. 

In 1970, he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Mankato State University in Minnesota. 

Jim moved to Eureka Springs via Key West in 1975.  He married Patricia Brown in September of 1975, and they had three children together, Laura, Crystanna, and Graham. Jim spent the next 35 years working as a general contractor building mostly custom homes in and around Eureka Springs. 

He was an avid gardener, amateur ornithologist and all around lover of nature. He also had a passion for Japanese maples, bonsai, traveling the world, art, design and opening a nice bottle of wine. He was also a devoted sports fan, including a lifelong fan of the Yankees. 

Jim was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather who will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife Patty; daughter, Laura, and her husband, Tony Collins; daughter, Crystanna, and her husband, Ben Cox; son Graham, and his fiancée, Caroline LaRosa. 

Jim was “Happy Papa” to grandchildren Addison, Brayden and Choyce. He is survived by his father, Dan Duffy, and siblings, Dan Duffy, Greg Duffy and Charlene Hartwell. 

A family memorial was held March 10, and a Celebration of Life will be held later this spring.  In lieu of flowers please send donations to pancan.org or audubon.org.

Martha Ann Maloney, Jan. 10, 1935 – Feb. 5, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 14, 2013

Martha Ann Maloney (nee Campbell) was born Jan. 10, 1935 in St. Louis, Mo., and died peacefully Feb. 5, at the age of 78, in her home surrounded by family.

On August 11, 1953 she was united in marriage to John T. Maloney, who survives her. They are the parents of five children: John (Ina Cox) Maloney of Eureka Springs; Jim (Karen) Maloney of Tulsa, Okla.; Jane (David) Todd of Clifty; Ellen (Doug) Grogan of Eureka Springs, and Eileen (Dennis) Conner of Coweta, Okla. She is also survived by her loving sister, Ellen Kinberg of Westlake Village, Calif., whom she raised; her dear brother, Lesley Campbell of Reno, Nev.; and her Campbell siblings, Bill, Bob, Susie and Donnie. 

Martha was grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of nine, all who survive her. There are numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins who will miss her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Woodford Coddington, brother-in-law Joe Kinberg, sister-in-law Etsu Campbell, and son-in-law Mark Stouten.

Martha was a member of the New Apostolic Church for most of her life. When she and John moved to Eureka Springs in 1975 there wasn’t a congregation in the state of Arkansas. John was ordained a minister so they could move to Eureka Springs, and they established the congregation on Quigley Castle Road. Not only was she a minister’s wife, but a Sunday School teacher, part-time organist and choir member. They are the heart and soul of the congregation, and Martha will be missed by all.

Martha and John owned and operated the Bun Di Inn and the Rock Cabin Court for more than 20 years. Since 1993 and through the 2011-12 school year, Martha was a substitute teacher for Eureka Springs Schools where she touched the lives of many local children who dearly loved her. Her house was often a gathering place for many young people who appreciated her quick wit, savvy advice and forthright way of talking to them. She was also an artist and her paintings grace the homes of many of her loved ones across the country.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. at the First Christian Church on Passion Play Road in Eureka Springs.  Memorial donations can be sent to the New Apostolic Church or Circle of Life Hospice. Service arrangements were made with Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.nelsonfuneral.com.

Mary Lynn (Walker) Clark, Oct. 10, 1943 – Feb. 1, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 14, 2013

Mary Lynn (Walker) Clark, a resident of Fayetteville, Ark., was born October 10, 1943 in Berryville, a daughter of Bill R. and Madalyn (Knowles) Walker. She passed away Feb. 1, 2013 in Fayetteville at the age of 69. 

Mary Lynn was of the Christian Faith. She had a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She was an avid reader and loved to travel. Mary Lynn loved fast cars, trucks and was a true auto enthusiast. She was a helping hand to anyone in need and volunteered at Walker’s School in Fayetteville. She was owner of Walker Sales Co.  

On June 6, 1965, Mary Lynn was united in marriage with Lonnie Paul Clark who survives her of the home. She is also survived by one daughter, Becca Clark and Jared Opela of Fayetteville; one son, Walker Clark of Fayetteville; one brother-in-law, Gary Clark of Green Forest; several other relatives and countless friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Mary Jess Clark. 

A Gathering of Remembrance was Feb. 12 at the Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel, and a Celebration of Life service was Feb. 13 at the Towering Oaks Church with Brother Larry Montgomery officiating. Service arrangements under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Merlin Foundation, POB 812, Berryville, AR 72616; The Animal League of Washington County, POB 4366, Fayetteville, AR 72702; or The Walker Clark Education Fund, c/o Becca Clark that has been set up at First Federal Bank, 210 S. Main, Berryville, AR 72616. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Walter A. Butler, Jr., Jan. 7, 1931 – Feb. 7, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 14, 2013

Walter A. Butler, Jr., a resident of Eureka Springs, was born January 7, 1931 in Pocahontas, Ark., a son of Walter Arthur, Sr., and Matilda Elizabeth (Daniel) Butler. He departed this life Feb. 7 in Fayetteville at the age of 82.

Walter (Dub) worked as an electrical engineer for the Corps of Engineers and served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. He loved fishing, yard work, making wind chimes, playing basketball, helping grandchildren with science projects and helping others.

He is survived by daughter, Beth and husband, Bill Terrill, of Tulsa, Okla.; son, Mike Butler and wife, Sheila, of Eureka Springs; daughter, Daphne and husband, Darrell Anderson, of Eureka Springs; son, Chris Butler and wife, Becky, of Eureka Springs; two sisters, Lucille Chandler of Little Rock, and Tootsie Schwetz of Washington State; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

On August 9, 1951, Walter was united in marriage with Louise Elizabeth (Miller) Butler who preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his parents; three sisters; and one brother.

Visitation will be held from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs in Eureka Springs. Celebration of Life service will be at 6:30 p.m. the same day at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs in Eureka Springs. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Eureka Springs with Fr. Shaun Wesley officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 East Longview Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703, www.wregional.com/donors or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Shannon Pharis, Oct. 31, 1960 – Feb. 8, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 14, 2013

Shannon Pharis, a resident of Berryville, was born October 31, 1960 in Berryville, a son of Vernon H. and Betty J. (Butler) Pharis. He departed this life Feb. 8, 2013 near Berryville, at the age of 52. 

Shannon served his country in the United States Air Force during Desert Storm. After retiring from 20 years in the service, he worked as a mail carrier and local Realtor for many years. Shannon was a member of the United Methodist Church in Green Forest and of the V.F.W.  

On May 10, 1986, Shannon was united in marriage with Mary Ann (Hill) Pharis who survives him of the home. He is also survived by son, Jarod Pharis and wife, Natalie, of St. Joseph, Mo.; daughter, Ashleigh Pharis of Berryville; two brothers, Keith Pharis and wife, Laura, of Fayetteville, and Jamie Pharis of Texas; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones.  

Shannon was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon H. and Betty J. Pharis and one brother, Eddie Bradley. 

Funeral service was Feb. 12 at the Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel with Brother Billy McCall officiating. Cremation followed under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the United Methodist Church of Green Forest, P.O. Box 770, Green Forest, Arkansas 72638 or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

John Lawrence Thurman, May 20, 1940 – Feb. 11, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 14, 2013

John Lawrence Thurman, a resident of Eureka Springs, was born May 20, 1940 in Van Buren, Arkansas, a son of Lawrence and Dorothy (Echols) Thurman. He departed this life Feb. 11 in Eureka Springs at the age of 72. 

John proudly served in the United States Navy during peacetime. He was a motel owner/operator of the Apple Blossom Inn and Razorback Lodge. He was a member of the Faith Christian Family Church and Gideon’s International. He was an avid NASCAR fan always looked forward to spring and the new racing season. Go Dale Jr.! 

On March 12, 1983 he was united in marriage with Brenda Lee Trammel who survives him of the home. He is also survived by one brother, Charles Ray Thurman and wife, Linda, of Eureka Springs; two step sisters, Jan and husband, Jim Berry, of Las Cruces, N.M; Debbie and husband, Mike Hudson, of Underhill, Vt.; two nephews, Scot Thurman and wife, Robyn, of Eureka Springs; Jeff Thurman of San Francisco, Calif.; father-in-law, Paul Trammel of Eureka Springs; sister-in-law, Sheri and husband, Charlie Smith, of Berryville; brother-in-law, Darrell Trammel and wife, Brenda, of Eureka Springs; one niece, Alison Eevanna Smith of Berryville; one great nephew, Matthew Thurman; one great niece, Lila Thurman, both of Eureka Springs; former sister-in-law, Christy Parker of Berryville; several cousins and a host of friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; two stepmothers, Faye Wakefield Thurman and Jane Thurman; and sister-in-law, Patricia Thurman. 

Visitation will be from 5 – 7 p.m., Feb. 14, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 16, at Faith Christian Family Church with Rev. William Hughart and Rev. Marvin Peterson officiating. Interment will follow at the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be sent to the Academy of Excellence, 157 Huntsville Rd., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 or Good Shepherd Humane Society, 6486 Hwy 62 E., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 or Gideon’s International, POB 362, Berryville, AR 72616. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

James L. Vernon, June 27, 1943 – Jan. 10, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, February 07, 2013

James L. Vernon of Coweta, Okla., former resident of Eureka Springs, died Thursday, Jan. 10.

Services were held in Broken Arrow, Okla. Interment was in Vernon Cemetery in Coweta, Okla., with Fr. Bob Wickizer officiating.

James was born June 27, 1943 in Del Rio, Texas, to Joe and Gladys Vernon. He retired from the United States Army and served in Vietnam. He was a director on the board of First National Bank of Coweta, and a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Muskogee, Okla.

Those left to honor his memory are his wife, Deborah Vernon of the home, and two children, Mike Vernon of Tulsa and Jennifer Vernon of Broken Arrow, Okla.

Terry Engholm, March 5, 1944 – Jan. 20, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, January 24, 2013

March 5, 1944 – Jan. 20, 2013

Terry Engholm, 68, of Eureka Springs, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20.

Terry grew up in Brainerd, Minn., the son of Robert and Vivian Engholm. He graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth where he met the love of his life, Carolyn Wick. They were married Dec. 30, 1967 after he returned from serving a tour with the United States Army in Vietnam.

Terry retired from Sprint Telecom in 2000.

He remained active in his retirement, playing badminton in the Arkansas Senior Olympics; volunteering as an Emergency Medical Responder and board member for the Grassy Knob Fire Department; working missions in Guatemala, Honduras and Paraguay; and serving as a disaster relief worker for the American Red Cross and Southern Baptist Relief following Hurricanes Katrina, Gustav and Sandy. He served as Treasurer for Friends of the Eureka Springs Library.

Terry is survived by his wife, Carolyn; sons, Mark Engholm and wife, Tamatha, of Topeka, Kan., and Jonathan Engholm and wife, Reynet, of Harrison, Ark.; one daughter, Elizabeth and husband, Dr. Chris Plate, of Allen, Texas; parents Robert and Vivian; three brothers, Larry Engholm and wife, Kathy of St. Joseph, Minn.; Tim Engholm and wife, Sue, of Tucson, Ariz.; and Rick Engholm and wife, Nancy, of Brainerd, Minn.; four grandchildren, Alexis and Jessica Engholm and Zoe and Brody Graves; sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Jerry Thompson of Duluth, Minn.

Terry was preceded in death by two infant brothers and one granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth Engholm.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26 at the First Christian Church in Eureka Springs with a reception following at the Grassy Knob Fire Station. An interment service will be held at a later date in Crosby, Minn.

The family requests in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to H.O.M.E. (Homes for the Homeless), 4004 E. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 or the charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Eugene Kresse, Jan. 15, 1922 – Jan. 10, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, January 17, 2013

Jan. 15, 1922 – Jan. 10, 2013

The long rich life of Eugene Kresse came to an end Jan. 10. His wife, Dorris, was at his side as she has been for more than 66 years. He left surrounded in the love of 11 children, 23 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Eugene Martin Kresse was born on Jan. 15, 1922 in North Little Rock, one of identical twins. He and his twin brother, Joseph, walked across the railroad bridge to Little Rock to attend Catholic High School. It was there at Homecoming he was football captain to Dorris Gerke’s Homecoming Queen. After serving in the Navy and Coast Guard during World War II, Gene came home to marry his homecoming queen.

The first job was at Wrape Stave Company. During that time, Gene attended night school to become an accountant. Several years and several children later, he went to work in accounting at Visking Corp., which Chicopee Manufacturing later acquired. During every vacation, he taught his sons the art of the handyman, repairing plumbing and electrical in the home, and removing and adding walls to accommodate his growing family.

Gene made sure every one of his children went to Catholic High School and St. Mary’s Academy. Gene especially loved literature and the humanities, and books spilled out of every corner of the house. His children grew up hearing his beloved opera and classical music.

Gene’s emphasis on education always went with a love of the Catholic religion. His faith was in every aspect of his life, maintained with a sense of personal connection and quiet intensity. Gene and Dorris were active members of St. Patrick’s Church in North Little Rock.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen (Bob) Stroud; parents, Herman and Emma Kresse; three brothers, Herman, Lawrence and Joseph; and four sisters, Theresa Brucker, Monica Climer, Emma Mayes and Leona Ritchie.

Gene is survived by his wife, Dorris, and ten children: Tom (Sandy) Kresse,  Kathy Kresse,  Christy (Jim) Leach,  Tim Kresse, Greg (Julie) Kresse, Cynthia Kresse,  Sharon (Bevan Alvey) Kresse, Lisa (Paul) Patterson, Kevin (Bridget) Kresse, John Kresse; and his brother, Andrew. He is also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who say of their Poppa “the single greatest gift to enjoy over the years, has been watching you interact with Grandma and your children. It is the epitome of love and a blueprint on how to do things right.”

Funeral services were held at St. Patrick’s Church on Jan. 14.

Memorials may be made to St Patrick’s Church in lieu of flowers. The family appreciates all who assisted in his care in heart, prayers and presence.

Marcella McCarthy, Sept. 14, 1915 – Jan. 11, 2013
ESI Staff- Thursday, January 17, 2013

Sept. 14, 1915 – Jan. 11, 2013

Marcella McCarthy, a resident of Holiday Island, Arkansas, was born Sept. 14, 1915 in Milwaukee, Wis., a daughter of Henry and Anastasia (Siudinski) Kryzinski. She departed this life Friday, Jan. 11, 2013 in Eureka Springs at 97.

Marcella was a homemaker. She was of the Catholic faith and a member of the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church; she was also a member of the Holiday Island Association of Arts, Eureka Springs Opera Guild and the AARP.

She is survived by daughter, Mary and husband John, five grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; daughter, Jane and husband Gregory, three children and four great-grandchildren; several other relatives and a host of friends.

Marcella was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Patrick McCarthy; parents; one son, John McCarthy; and one sister, Alice Thiry.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish Center. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Elizabeth Parish, 232 Passion Play Road, Eureka Springs, Arkansas 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

End of Year Review
ESI Staff- Friday, December 28, 2012

In Memoriam

Alma Mildred Groblebe Kappen, March 6, 1916 – August 4, 2012

Michael Lee Bonds, Jr., May 20, 1978 – August 4, 2012

Nancy Jo McElhannon Foggo, 50,  d. August 14, 2012

Janet Naomi Rosain Penn, May 2, 1920 – August 15, 2012

Gloria Marlene Follett, Jan. 19, 1931 – August 19, 2012

Jeanne Pearson Taylor, July 2, 1921 – August 30, 2012

David Crafton Massey, Nov. 12, 1946 – Sept. 9, 2012

Jackson Donovan Destry, December 3, 1990 – September, 2012

Robert “Robbie” Edwin Freiburger, May 27, 1966 – September 27, 2012

James David (Dave) Bird, Sr., October 14, 1933 – October 3, 2012

Jesse Michael Kurczek, August 8, 1984 – October, 25, 2012

Elizabeth Atchley Green, April 29, 1925 – October 29, 2012

Carole F. Allen, September 11, 1933 – November 14, 2012

Clyta M.Holland, January 5, 1922 – November 19, 2012

Randall (Randy) Paul Middleton, April 4, 1962 – December 3, 2012

James Ray Allison, May 16, 1945 – December 2, 2012

Beloved Pets

Lilliputian Lavender Lace (“Mrs. Lacey Jones”), d. August 13, 2012

ButterScotch Froelich, d. September 6, 2012

Sadie Owens, d. November 9, 2012

Joey Owens, d. November 9, 2012

Jim Allison
ESI Staff- Thursday, December 06, 2012

Jim Allison, 67, died suddenly last weekend. His death is a loss to the city, county and whole world. His happiness was infectious, joy sprang from his heart and he had a voice that could make Texas tumbleweeds sit still and listen.

There will be a celebration of Jim’s life in June.

Carole F. Allen,Sept. 11, 1933 – Nov. 14, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, December 06, 2012

Carole F. Allen, who resided in Eureka Springs, passed away due to pancreatic cancer at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Mo., on Nov. 14. She was the daughter of Warren Weldon Fannen and June Pride Fannen of St. Joseph, Mo., both who preceded her in death. 

She was born Sept. 11, 1933 in Atchison, Kan., and graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, Mo., then attended nursing school in St. Joseph, Mo. She moved to Mt. Ayr, Iowa, where she met and married Milo E. Allen of Diagonal, Iowa, on Sept. 11, 1965. He preceded her in death in July of 1992. 

She leaves behind a brother Weldon “Skip” Fannen and a sister Matilda “Tillie” Clardy. Also left behind are five children (oldest to youngest) Jerry D. Allen and wife, Tina, of Tingley, Iowa; Debbie E. and husband, Terry Lippincott, of Albany, Mo.; June E. Goodson of Eureka Springs; Warren G. Goodson and fiancée Maureen of Herndon, Va.; and Noel C. Allen and husband, Michael Harrison, of Lenexa, Kan. She also leaves 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was a lifelong devoted registered nurse and retired from nursing at the age of 74. Always practical, she donated her body to Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences so others could learn. Per her request, there will not be any funeral. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.

She was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Red Hat Society, a supporter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and many other organizations. A woman of great faith, she participated in a Torah study group, prayer groups and attended the First Assembly of God in Eureka Springs. 

The family asks that gifts and donations be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64114 or online at www.kansascityhospice.org. 

There are many friends who will miss her kindness and generosity. She was a devoted mother to her children and grandchildren, who called her Gma, and we all will miss her unconditional love and inspiration.

Randall (Randy) Paul Middleton, April 4, 1962 – Dec. 3, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, December 06, 2012

Randall (Randy) Paul Middleton, a resident of Berryville, was born April 4, 1962 in Mexico, Mo., a son of Donald D. and Patricia Ann (Hartwick) Middleton. He departed this life Monday, Dec.3, 2012 in his home in Berryville, at the age of 50.

Randy was born and raised Catholic and was a good Christian man. He was the owner and operator of R&R Roofing for 22 years. He loved being outside hunting, fishing, mountain biking and riding his motorcycle.

After being together since 1992, on Nov. 2, 2007, Randy was united in marriage with Violet Kay (Groblebe) Middleton who survives him of the home. He is also survived by one son, Daniel Cody Middleton of Eureka Springs; his parents, Don and Pat Middleton of Springfield, Mo.; two grandchildren, Donovhan Middleton of Golden, Mo., and Ashlyn Brown of Berryville; one stepson, Eric Grulkey of Springfield, Mo.; one sister, Dana Olson and husband, Pat, of Jefferson City, Mo.; one nephew, Jacob Pridgin of Jefferson City, Mo; and several other relatives and many friends.

Randy was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Clyta M.Holland
ESI Staff- Thursday, November 22, 2012

In Loving Memory

Jan. 5, 1922 – Nov. 19, 2012

The spirit of Clyta M.Holland became free of earthly bonds Monday morning Nov. 19, 2012.  Clyta, a Denver, Colo., native born January 5, 1922, moved to Eureka Springs in 2000 to be near her now surviving three children, their spouses and numerous grand and great grandchildren.

Clyta married her one true love, John K. Holland, on October10, 1942 and enjoyed a 29-year marriage until he passed in December 1971. Afterwards, she enjoyed traveling, meeting new people and the occasional Red Hat experience, all while offering a smile wherever she happened to be. She was often seen exploring her neighborhood with her adopted shelter dog, Millie. Clyta’s zest for life, courage and tenacious spirit will be long celebrated and missed by those souls lucky enough to have shared her path.

Elizabeth Atchley Green, April 29, 1925 – Oct. 29, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, November 01, 2012

Elizabeth Atchley Green, a resident of Eureka Springs, was born April 29, 1925 in Akron, Ohio, a daughter of Ernest B. and Mary Agnes (Mason) Atchley. She departed this life Monday, October 29 in Fayetteville at age 87.

Elizabeth was a member of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. She attended the University of Kansas City in 1942-46 where she received a Bachelor of Arts with majors in Biology and English. She attended the George Washington University, Washington, DC, in 1947-48 at the School of Medical Technology, where she received a certificate in Medical Technologist-Registered-American Society of Clinical Pathologists. She was a co-founder of the Bell Ringer School for handicapped children in Bartlesville, Okla. Elizabeth was owner/operator of Fleece ‘N Flax in Eureka Springs from 1972 until present.

On February 3, 1945, she was united in marriage with Jess Green who survives her of the home. She is also survived by four children, Jess D. Green, III of Franklin, Tenn.; David D. Green of Boston, Mass.; Mary E. Green of Conway, Ark.; Mark A. Green of Glenview, Ill.; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones. 

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.

Rosary will be 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 2, at the Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs. Funeral Mass will be 11:30 a.m.. Saturday, Nov. 3, at St. Elizabeth’s in Eureka Springs with Father Shaun Wesley officiating. Interment will follow at the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 30 Crescent Drive, Eureka Springs, AR 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

James David (Dave) Bird, Sr.
ESI Staff- Friday, October 12, 2012

Oct. 14, 1933 – Oct. 3, 2012

James David (Dave) Bird, Sr., a resident of Eureka Springs, was born October 14, 1933 in Forbes, Mo., a son of James Hutcheson and Mabel Gray (Scott) Bird. He departed this life Wednesday, October 3, in Eureka Springs, at age 78.

 Dave proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was of the Methodist faith and was the first President of the Lions Club in Eureka Springs 1973. He was inducted into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame in 1984, was president of the Arkansas Motel Assoc. in 1973/74, presented the Arkansas Golden Key Award from the Ark. Motel Assoc. in 1975. He served on the Board of Directors for the Bank of Eureka Springs/Cornerstone Bank for 30 years, and was a member of the Eureka Springs High School Board from 1970-1979. Dave received numerous awards from the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce since 1967 for his many accomplishments in the promotion of Eureka Springs. He was a faithful supporter of the Passion Play from its inception.

On September 2, 1956, Dave was united in marriage with Shirley Josephine Willford who survives him of the home. He is also survived by one daughter, Debbie Colvin of Eureka Springs; two brothers, Kenneth Bird of Eureka Springs and Stephen Bird and wife, Debbie, of Walden, Colo.; two sons, Jack Hensley and wife, Daphne, of Monett, Mo., and Ernie Moses and wife, Pam, of Tallahassee, Fla.; one niece, Rebecca and husband, Thomas Achord, of Eureka Springs; one great-niece, Emily Achord; five grandchildren, Magen, Amanda and Emma Kate Hensley and Hannah and Waylon Hoover; several other relatives and many friends.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents James and Mabel Bird and one son, James David Bird, Jr.

Memorial service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 13, at Faith Christian Family Church with Reverend Stan Adams officiating. Interment will be in the Fuller/McClung Cemetery in a private ceremony.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o First National Bank of Green Forest, Attention: Tiffany Ball, P.O. Box 272, Berryville, AR 72616 or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Robert “Robbie” Edwin Freiburger
ESI Staff- Thursday, October 04, 2012

Robert “Robbie” Edwin Freiburger

May 27, 1966 – Sept. 27, 2012

Robert Edwin Freiburger, 46, of Harrison passed away Thursday, September 27, at his home after a five year battle with cancer. He was born May 27, 1966, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the son of Janice Stier Potts.



Robbie loved serving God as an active member of First Baptist Church of Bull Shoals where he enjoyed teaching the Mighty Men’s Sunday school class. He enjoyed working for UPS and meeting the people on his routes over his 27 years as a driver. Robbie was also active in martial arts and weight lifting. On weekends you could find Robbie in the deer woods or in his shop working as a mechanic. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, brother and friend.



Robbie is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Rhonda Joy Freiburger of the home, his children, Kayte, Kristan, Kinsey, Kaleb and Karsen all of the home; his brothers Todd Moss of Ohio, Scott Moss and Doug Potts of Harrison; grandparents Ivan and Eileen Atkinson; mother and father-in-law Rodney and Ruth Stromlund; brothers and sisters-in-law Todd and Roxie Carlton of Jefferson City, Mo.; Heath and Renae Kirkpatrick of Harrison; Rodney Stromlund, Jr., of Dallas, Texas; and Michael and Karisha Munise of Siloam Springs, Ark., and a host of other family and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his mother.



Funeral service were October 1 at the Eagle Heights Baptist Church and private burial was Tuesday in Milam Cemetery, Harrison. Pallbearers were Bobby Hopper, Troy Holton, Gary Edwards, Will Daniels, Doug Potts, Scott Moss, Todd Moss and Mike Fountain. Honorary pallbearers were Doug Wintle and Mighty Men’s Sunday school class, UPS and his Eureka Springs family, Scott Barron, James Patterson, Joe and Joanne Dzubay, Dr. Ron Reese, Dr. Scott Ferguson, his nieces and nephews and Rhuel Luttrell Black Belt Club.



In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Freiburger children’s education fund may be made at Community First Bank or contributions to the Gideon’s Society.


Real Men love Jesus as Robbie liked to say!







Thank you to all that cared for him and a special thank you to Dr. Reese, the home health nurses, and his niece Kara Carlton who helped provide the care for him that kept him home with his family.

David Crafton Massey
ESI Staff- Thursday, October 04, 2012

David Crafton Massey

Nov. 12, 1946 – Sept. 9, 2012

David Crafton Massey, 65, of Eureka Springs, died September 9 in Little Rock. He was a former Eureka Springs High School band director and had a great influence on his students.

David was born in Kennett, Mo., to Russel and Elsie Crafton Massey. He was a 1968 graduate of Arkansas State University with a B.A. in Music Education. David was a versatile musician on multiple instruments who played at many venues around the country, mostly in the Eureka Springs and Branson, Mo., area. He also had bit parts in movies while living in California. David was of the Methodist faith and had been a DeMolay and a Mason.

David was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his sister, Mary Jane Reed and her husband, Bill, of England, Ark.; one nephew, Russel Reed of Palo Alto, Calif.

There will be a potluck and Celebration of Life on Oct. 7 from 5 – 8 p.m. at the Middle School cafeteria, where many of David’s students will share pictures and memories. Donations will benefit the Eureka Springs Band Boosters and will help buy instruments.

ButterScotch Froelich
ESI Staff- Thursday, September 13, 2012

ButterScotch Froelich, beloved daughter of Jamie Froelich and Joe Scott of Eureka Springs passed away Thursday morning at the age of 3 after a sudden and tragic accident. She loved to dance to the funky beats, cuddle with her mom under the quilts, and hike the Ozarks in winter. She is now romping in the billowing white clouds of doggy heaven, a most coveted place.

Gloria Marlene Follett- Jan. 19, 1931 – Aug. 19, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, September 06, 2012

Gloria Marlene Follett, 81, passed peacefully on August 19 at Green Acres Lodge in Holiday Island. She was born Gloria Marlene Daugherty on January 29, 1931 in Portland, Ore., eldest daughter of Albert Elijah Daugherty and Rosa Beulah Anderson.

She lived in Hornitos, Calif., until her mother died suddenly. She and her three younger siblings were taken in by their Aunt Alice (Anderson) and Uncle Elmer Follett, moved to Wheeler, Kansas on the Anderson family homestead. All four children were adopted by Elmer and Alice, and given the Follett surname.

Gloria went to the same country school where her mother, Rosa, had taught. The family then moved from the homestead to St. Francis, Kansas, where she completed her high school years at St. Francis Community High School. After graduation, she went on to obtain her teachers certificate; teaching in a one room school house, northeast of Bird City, Kansas.

She was an accomplished pianist, taught piano lessons, and sang alto in several different choirs over the years. Gloria received her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Choral Music at Fort Hays State University. She earned a Master's Degree in Psychology at the University of Arkansas, and a Master's in Education Specialist in School Psychology Kansas University, Lawrence, Kansas.

Ms. Follett worked for Follett Publishing Company, traveling and conducting music workshops. She was a National Consultant for childhood education for the publishing company; conducting seminars, and publishing some of her own instructional music books and records. She partnered with other professionals and was published in educational psychological publications for Kansas University.

She resided in Eureka Springs for 48 years, and was owner/operator of "The Spice Cabinet" in Eureka Springs in the 1970s. She purchased an historic home and worked diligently to keep it maintained. She became a member of the Lone Star Bible Church in 1975.

Gloria was also a teacher, counselor and school psychologist for Lawrence, Kansas Public Schools for 19 years, and devoted time as a school psychologist for the Veritas Christian School.
In 2001, she met Dr. Peter Gitaeu and made her first trip to Kenya. By 2002, she had begun mission work in Kenya. Together, she and Dr. Gitaeu, founded "Teach My Kenyan Children." She held the position of president of TMKC until she resigned in 2012, due to illness. She conducted training seminars for the teachers in Kenya, performed childhood assessments, and helped to establish and Lunch and Learn program.

Not only was she dedicated to teaching traditional curriculum, she strove to teach the children about the Bible, Jesus, and His love. Gloria participated in the Lawrence Civic Choir, travel with them to Europe several times. She was a member of the Ozark Chorale in Eureka Springs, the National Association of School Physiologists, and The Association of Christian Schools International. In 2011, she worked at The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs. Her journey on this earth has come to an end, but her legacy will be carried on by the voice of every soul and heart she touched around the world. Gloria truly loved her Lord, Jesus Christ. She ensured that all who surrounded her would hear the Word of God and see Him evident in her life.
Preceding her into Jesus' open arms are her beloved parents Albert and Rosa; her adoptive parents, Elmer and Alice; half-brother Sidney Daugherty; sister, Beverly Paul; and lifelong friend, Geraldine Townsend.

Survivors include her brother Bert and wife Nancy, St. Francis, Kansas; sister Donna Porter, Las Vegas, Nev.; brother-in-law Bob Paul, Arvada, Colo.; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and multitudes of friends and Brothers and Sisters in Christ.

A Celebration of Life Service will be Friday, Sept. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Bible Church, 3807 Hwy. 23 South, Eureka Springs with Pastor John Faulkner officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to TMKC, In Memory of Gloria Follett, P.O. Box 768, Eureka Springs, Arkansas 72632-0768 (please specify; "Donations" or "Bibles").

Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Jeanne Pearson Taylor July 2, 1921 - August 30, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, September 06, 2012

Longtime Eureka Springs resident Jeanne Taylor passed away at age 91on August 30.
She was born on a farm in Hallock, Minn., from sturdy Swedish stock, and was very proud of her Swedish roots.

Jeanne married Raymond Taylor in 1943 and they raised six children. In 1980, along with their youngest daughter, Cindy, they moved to Eureka Springs where she worked in several local shops before opening a B&B.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond, and daughters Ronni Brady and Taree Taylor; and sons Kent Taylor and Rod Taylor.

Surviving her is daughter Kymm Fleischman and son-in-law George Fleischman; daughter Cindy Skoglund; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 2 p.m. at Nelson’s Funeral Home in Eureka Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Good Shepherd Humane Society or the American Cancer Society.

Sullivan-Allred Wedding
ESI Staff- Thursday, August 30, 2012

Freddie Thomas Allred III of Galveston, Texas and Michelle Charlene Sullivan of Eureka Springs, were married at an evening ceremony on the beach in Galveston, July 4, 2012.

Freddie's son, Braden Rhule, 5, and Michelle's son, Cooper Ray, 9, stood with the couple in a heart-shaped impression in the sand, as they spoke vows to each other and united their families. Close friends and family attended the ceremony.

Freddie, security for Superior Steel in Rogers, Ark., and Michelle, a para professional at Eureka Springs High School, will raise their children and start their married life in Eureka Springs.
An Open House reception in honor of their marriage and uniting their families, is planned for friends and family at the home of Jean and Jerry RunnerSmith , Sept. 15, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m.

Janet Naomi Rosain Penn, May 2, 1920 - Aug. 15, 2012
ESI Staff- Thursday, August 30, 2012

Janet Naomi Rosain Penn was born in Chicago on May 2, 1920 to Rudolph E. Rosain and Signe Victoria Bergstrom. She passed away August 15 in Eureka Springs. Janet was 92, and is survived by three daughters, Christine Barton of Eureka Springs; Candace Frame of Fletcher, N.C.; and Priscilla Wdowiak of Las Vegas, Nev.; a sister, Alice Muus, of Grand Marais, Minn.; sister-in-law Harriet Rosain of Downers Grove, Ill.; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Janet was preceded in death by her husband, William Penn, in 2008; daughter Alice Bottomley; granddaughter Heidi Meyer; and brother R. Ernest Rosain.

Janet graduated from Chicago Christian High School in Chicago, and attended MacMurray College in Jacksonville, Ill. She and Bill moved to Eureka Springs in 1974 from Normal, Ill., when they bought Sweet’s Fudge Kitchen which they ran for more than 25 years. Besides making incredible Dutch chocolates, Janet had many interests including gardening, traveling, antique collecting, needlework and playing the piano.

A memorial service was held August 28 at the First United Methodist Church.

Lacey Jones
ESI Staff- Thursday, August 23, 2012

Lacey with Wilsie Sherman at the August Business After Hours at Cornerstone Bank

Lacey Jones, one time honorary member of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and long time canine manager of Pond Mountain Lodge passed away on August 13 in Durango, Colo., while visiting there with her companion/partner of 14 years, Judy Jones. Those who knew Lacey will most certainly miss her meet-and-greet style and her commitment to making Eureka Springs a most hospitable destination for tourism.

Nancy Jo McElhannon Foggo
ESI Staff- Thursday, August 16, 2012

Nancy Jo McElhannon Foggo of Eureka Springs died Tuesday, August 14. Nancy was a huge supporter of the arts, and her Eurekan Art Studio on N. Main is graced with many panels from the Artery, an open-air, not-for-profit art appreciation and beautification project.

Nancy’s own work, “Red Pepper” was displayed on the first Artery wall in 2005. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth L. Foggo; daughter, Sydney Elizabeth Foggo; son, Ian Zephyr Foggo; and many friends and family. Her energy, vision and support of the arts will be sorely missed.

Memorials should be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark., 72762

Alma Mildred Groblebe Kappen - March 6, 1916 - August 4, 2012
ESI Staff- Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Alma Mildred Groblebe Kappen, 96, of Rogers, passed away August 4, 2012, in Bentonville. Alma was born in Eureka Springs on March 6, 1916 to William H. and Edna M. (Huffman) Groblebe.

She graduated from Eureka Springs High School in 1933. She worked for many years as an accountant and also a homemaker.

Alma was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Kappen; her parents; brother, William J. Groblebe; and sister, Dorothy Groblebe. She is survived by her son, Richard Kappen and wife, Roberta, of Rogers; daughter, Barbara Mercer and husband, Jim, of La Mirada, Calif.; brother, Eddie Groblebe of Gravette; sister, Doris O’Connor of Eureka Springs; six grandchildren, Steven Mercer, Michael Mercer, Jamee Williams, Eric Kappen, Kendra Bliss, Mary Ann Patton; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Services were August 8 at the Benton County Memorial Park Funeral Chapel of Rogers.

Michael Lee Bonds, Jr.
ESI Staff- Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Michael Lee Bonds, Jr., 34, of Eureka Springs, Ark.,, died Saturday, August 4, 2012 in Springdale, Ark. He was born May 20, 1978 in Huntsville, Ark. to Michael Lee Bonds, Sr. and Linda Mae Miller.

He graduated from Eureka Springs High School and returned after receiving his degree to become the shop teacher. He was a teacher in every sense of the word and never missed an opportunity to do so. He loved his shop students and was always proud of their accomplishments.

Mike was an avid outdoorsman and enjoying fishing, hunting, bow shooting, and bull riding; often taking his students, but everyone knew he valued his family more than anything else in the world.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leland Bonds and Lillie Goldsmith Bonds; one aunt, Brenda Harris.

Mike is survived by his childhood sweetheart, and wife of 12 years, Jackie Lynn West Bonds; three cherished daughters, Lindsey Mae, Lilyan Renee, and Katy Lynn; father, Michael Lee Bonds, Sr. and wife, Colena, step-brother, Kody Lane of Eureka Springs; mother, Linda Mae Miller, of Huntsville; father and mother-in-law, Jack R. and Shirley West, of Springdale, Ark.; two sisters, Penny Lynn Thompson, of Huntsville, Casey Lynn Reddick, and husband Jerry, of Huntsville; and many cousins, friends and students. 

A visitation will be from 5 - 7 p.m., Thursday, August 9, at Faith Christian Family Church, 157 Huntsville Road in Eureka Springs.

Celebration Services will be at 10 a.m., Friday, August 10, at Faith Christian Family Church with the Rev. Marvin D. Peterson officiating. Burial will be at Beulah Union Cemetery in Eureka Springs.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services of Rogers. Online condolences may be made at stockdalefuneral.com.