Obituaries
Erma McDaniel
Apr 14, 2026
Pauline McDaniel, 91 of Russellville was a devoted member of the Russellville Christian Center in Russellville AR. Family was at the heart of Pauline’s life. She especially enjoyed traveling to see her family in Washington State and family gatherings during the holidays, cherishing the time spent surrounded by those she loved most. These moments filled with togetherness, conversation, and shared...
Bob Wilhelm
Apr 12, 2026
Bob E. Wilhelm, aged 69, of Knoxville, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Russellville, Arkansas. Born on September 17, 1956, in Clarksville, Arkansas, he was the beloved son of Harold and Maxine Wilhelm. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold, and his grandmother, Edna Arbaugh.
Bob was a dedicated member of the First United Methodist...
James C McNeely
Apr 11, 2026
James C. McNeely, 95 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born March 2, 1931 in New Philadelphia, Ohio to Loren and Linnie (Tobin) McNeely. He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Darlene McNeely. son, Mark W. McNeely; sister, Marie Parsons.
James proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. James and his wife...
Patsy Glover
Apr 9, 2026
"Patsy" Ann Glover - Born in Little Rock (12/09/37) Passed away at home in Russellville (04/09/26).
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Hurley Buddenberg, brother and sister-in-law Bill Buddenberg (Carol), life partner and love of over 40 years, Joe Cordell.
Survived by 5 children, Tina George, Lisa Belew (Stephen), Charles Glover (Caroline), Patrick Glover and Michael Glover; 6...
Jeremy Pipes
Apr 5, 2026
Jeremy Pipes, age 44, of Dover, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Russellville, Arkansas. He was born on January 21, 1982, in Columbia, Missouri, to Nathan and Sharon Metzer.
Jeremy is lovingly remembered by his mother, Sharon Metzer. He was a devoted father who took great pride in his children and treasured spending time with his family. Jeremy...
Nina Gean Wallace
Apr 4, 2026
Nina Gean Wallace, 79 of Dover, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born December 4, 1946 in Russellville, Arkansas to Robert Lee and Ruby Curtis Sims. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Michael Scott Howard; several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her children, Steve...
Kathleen Hart
Apr 4, 2026
Kathleen Hart, aged 56, of London, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her home. Born on January 27, 1970, in Warren, Ohio, she was the daughter of Ray Hart Sr. and Penny "Grantz" Hart.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents and step-parents, Beth and Olen, as well as her daughter MaKayla, an "Angel Baby," and...
Lou Brookshear
Mar 28, 2026
Lou Brookshear, 91 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. She was born December 14, 1934 in Sadler, Texas to Frank and Bernice O'Neal Cagle. She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Joe Brookshear; two sisters and a brother.
She was a member of Russellville First United Methodist Church.
She is survived by children, Gary and Kim Brookshear, Linda...
Steven Harold Perry
Mar 28, 2026
Steven Harold Perry, 50 of Pottsville, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born November 27, 1975, in Blytheville, Arkansas to Gary and Peggy Perry.
He is survived by his three children, Jenna Blair Perry & husband Marshall McKinney, Steven Tyler Perry, Jackson Scott Perry; parents, Gary and Peggy Perry;...
David Michael Durden
Mar 27, 2026
David Michael “Mike” Durden Jr., 56 of Russellville, passed from this life March 27, 2026, in Russellville. Mike was born December 21, 1969, in Atlanta, Georgia to Ms. Barbara Sample. He was a huge advocate and motivator for those in recovery and had just recently received his own “6 Year” chip. He played a pivotal role in the recover path...
Larry "Dion" Brents
Mar 24, 2026
Larry Dion Brents, 55 of Russellville, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at his home. He was born November 25, 1970 in Little Rock, Arkansas to William Floyd Brents and Marilyn Ford Brents. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Christopher Hurley, nephew, Chase Finch.
He leaves behind his wife, Bobbie Brents of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; his daughters,...
Saad Nicholas Faddoul
Mar 22, 2026
Saad Nicholas Faddoul peacefully passed away, at the age of 90, in his home on March 22, 2026.
Saad was born in Tel Abbas, Lebanon, May 27 1935, to parents, Nicolas and Zahia, and grew up with his 4 siblings, Fuad, Elias, Hanna and Nicolas. In 1957, he began his journey to the United States with a deep appreciation for learning...
Danny Louis Clairday
Mar 18, 2026
Danny Louis Clairday, affectionately known as "Boone," age 77, of Dover, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his home. Born on June 17, 1948, in Jerusalem, Arkansas, he was the son of Carl Clairday and Wanda "Norwood" Clairday, who preceded him in death, along with his beloved grandson, Jeffrey Sean Hudson.
Danny is lovingly remembered by his wife...
Frank Barton
Mar 17, 2026
Frank Barton, 69 of Russellville, Arkansas, took his last breath and was welcomed into heaven, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. He was born February 22, 1957 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Bill and Phyllis Ragsdale Barton. We know his reunion was grand, as he was reunited with his father, Bill Barton, son, Colby Barton, brother, Tracy Barton, half-brother, Jimmy Dale Barton and...
Joe Bob Upton
Mar 16, 2026
Joe Bob Upton, 75, of London, AR, passed away March 16,2026 at his home. He was born July 1, 1950 in De Queen, Arkansas, to Andrew and Ruby "Bragg" Upton.
He is survived by his loving wife, Tammy L. Upton and their dogs Duke & Zoey. His children; Randy (Frankie) Upton, De Queen, AR, Brian (Terry) Harrison of Colorado, Ricky (Casey)...
"Meme" Betty Louise Kamen
Mar 14, 2026
“Meme” Betty L. Kamen, 88 of Russellville, passed from this life Saturday, March 14, 2026. She was Born January 27, 1938, in Hobart Mills, California to the late Thomas Ernest and Elsie Marie (Nelson) Craig. Meme was an avid grandmother and great grandmother, who was known for her cooking and decorating skills. She was preceded in death by her first...
Marion Cooper
Mar 11, 2026
Marion Cooper age 81, of, Arkansas, peacefully passed on March 11, 2026, Johnson Regional Medical Center in Clarksville, Arkansas. Born on August 4, 1944 in Sparkman, Arkansas, she the beloved daughter of Charles and Evelyn (Tuberville) Stevens.
Marion was preceded in death her husband, Paul Cooper; her son, William Paul Cooper; two grandsons, David Owens and Terry "Bub" Cooper; and one...
William "Bill" Bennett, Sr.
Mar 10, 2026
William "Bill" Floyd Bennett, Sr, 89 of Knoxville, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born November 11, 1936 in Van Buren, to Leo and Norma Gooding Bennett. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles Bennett, Bob Bennett; sisters, Susi Green and sister-in-law, Lynda Bennett.
He was a devoted man of God whose life was defined...
Robert "Wayne" Cheak
Mar 1, 2026
Robert “Wayne” Cheak, 62 of Russellville, passed from this life on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Russellville. Wayne was born May 2, 1963, in Longview, Texas, to Margie Ruth (Cates) Cheak. He was a rabid football fan and an All-Conference player, he was known for his work ethic and dedication to excellence in everything he did; his baking skills, love...
Roger Keith Dalton
Feb 25, 2026
Roger Keith Dalton 62, of Atkins, passed on February 25, 2026 at his home.
Born in Casa Grande, Arizona on July 7, 1963, to Jackie Dalton and Virginia Hambrick Dalton.
All services for Keith are private with family at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are under the careful watch of Russellville Family Funeral.
