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11/17/2025

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11/14/2025

Irland Lee Nichols
December 15, 1947 - November 10, 2025

Irland (Pete) Lee Nichols, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Indio, California on December 15,1947, the son of Alfred and Armildia Nichols. One of nine children, he was raised in Mountain View, Arkansas.

Irland was preceded in death by his wife, Julie Nichols, with whom he shared many years of love, laughter, and partnership, and her son Paul Hollingsworth. Their children are Jana Emrich (Nichols) and husband Kyle, Rami Hutchens (Nichols) and husband Mike, Brandy Middleton (Hollingsworth) and husband Colby, and Courtney and Lucas assengal. I was the proud grandfather of eight grandchildren and six

great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him endless joy.

A man of dedication and service, Irland proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and later in the National Guard. His commitment to his country and community reflected the same loyalty and work ethic that guided him throughout his life.

Irland spent 30 devoted years working for Sears before retiring, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and integrity. His whole life, he found joy in the outdoors; riding four-wheelers, working on cars, and spending time at the beach.

Those who knew Irland will remember his steadfast loyalty, strong character, and love for adventure and family. His laughter, wisdom, and strength will be deeply missed but forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A celebration of Irland's life will be held at a later date, where family and friends will gather to honor his memory and share stories of the man who meant so much to so many.

Service
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
at 11:30AM
Fayetteville National Cemetery
1000 Lt Col Leroy Pond Ave
Fayetteville, AR 72701

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11/13/2025

Reynaldo Casimiro Valadez
January 6, 1967 - November 10, 2025

Reynaldo C. Valadez passed away on November 10, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born in Del Rio, Texas on January 6, 1967, to his late parents, Casimiro and Jovita Valadez.

He is survived by his sisters, Rosa and Juanita; his wife, Abigail Valadez; his children, Alejandro, Reynaldo Jr., and Maria; and his three grandchildren. Reynaldo was known for his sensitive and joyful personality; Reynaldo will be greatly missed by all who were lucky to know him.

Reynaldo C. Valadez falleció el 10 de noviembre de 2025 en Springdale, Arkansas. Nació en Del Rio, Texas, el 6 de enero de 1967, hijo de los fallecidos Casimiro y Jovita Valadez. Le sobreviven sus hermanas, Rosa y Juanita; su esposa, Abigail Valadez; sus hijos, Alejandro, Reynaldo Jr. y María; y sus tres nietos. Reynaldo era conocido por su personalidad sensible y alegre; será profundamente extrañado por todos aquellos que tuvieron la fortuna de conocerlo.

Service
Saturday, November 15, 2025
at 2:00PM
Westfield Chapel Funeral Home
3236 W. Huntsville Ave.
Springdale, AR 72762

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11/13/2025

Denise Margaret Kalinowski
October 29, 1936 - October 28, 2025

Denise Margaret Richards Kalinowski, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 28th,2025 in Springdale AR, just one day before her 89th birthday. She was born on October 29, 1936 in Bay City, Michigan to Robert E. Richards and Lillian J. Boumiea Richards.

On September 18, 1955, Denise married the love of her life Harold Richard "Kelly" Kalinowski. Together they built a lifetime of memories filled with love and laughter.

Denise was a lifelong Catholic and was a member of St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Springdale. She will be remembered for her quiet strength and her fabulous sense of humor. She approached everyday with her faith, a prayer and maybe a joke or two. She left a lasting impression on all who knew her. She is already greatly missed.

Denise was preceded in death by one son Jeffrey Kalinowski, her parents, her sister Lillian "Sis" Supernant, her two brothers Kenneth Richards and Robert Richards and two grandchildren Bruce Kalinowski and Jacob Richard Kalinowski.

Being a mother and grandmother was her greatest joy. Denise is survived by her daughter Amanda "Mandi" Wall (Randy, deceased), her two sons Bruce Kalinowski (Julie) and Christopher Kalinowski (Cindy). She is also survived by her grandchildren Adam, Emily, Gabriel, Beau, Joshua, Sarah, Falon, Nathan, Keagan, Zackary, Drew, Dylan, John and David. Twenty-three great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews all of whom brought her happiness and love.

Denise had a lifelong love of animals, and her sweet dog Sassy was her faithful companion and best friend. To honor Denise's love for animals the family invites donations in her memory to your favorite animal rescue or organization.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Springdale, AR.

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11/11/2025

Ira Coleman Ferguson
February 11, 1932 - November 6, 2025

Ira (Shorty) Coleman Ferguson, born in Flippin, Arkansas on Feb. 11, 1932, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his precious wife of 71+ years, Peggy Joyce Ferguson; their son Roger Coleman Ferguson; his parents C.F. and Emma Mae Ferguson; his step-mother Rene Lee Ferguson; grandparents Mell and Nora Ferguson, and Coleman and Alice Duggins. Also, his sisters Mary Marie Osborne and Bertie Lee Blankenship. Brothers J.D., Elzey Burl, Donald Delmer and William C Ferguson. Brother-in-law Joseph Edward Rogers (Pam) of Houston, TX; and Louie Earl Rogers (Elaine) of Point Blank, TX; Cecil Dolbert Jr, Houston, TX.

He is survived by his daughter Sue Ellen Cash (Randall) of Tyler, TX; daughter-in-law Cathy Ferguson (widow of Roger) Houston, TX. Grandchildren Nathan Randall Cash (Molly) of Tyler, TX; Ryan Norris Cash of Tyler, TX; Ashley Elizabeth Phillips (Chris) of Brock, TX; Lyndsey Ellen Black (Derek) of Richmond, TX.

Great-grandchildren Grace Kathryn, Olivia Rose, Graham Coleman and Norah Elizabeth Phillips; Lucy Helen and Walker Norris Cash; and Cooper James Ardoin. Also, survived by his sister Ruth Richards (Eugene); Bobby Gene Ferguson; Billy Charles Ferguson (Ruth).

Ira also leaves a number of nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. He loved people and people loved him.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Temple Baptist Church Springdale, AR or to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Service
Saturday, November 15, 2025
at 10:00AM
Temple Baptist Church
2987 Cambridge St
Springdale, AR 72762

Final Resting Place
Friendship Cemetery
1980 S. Friendship Rd.
Springdale, AR 72764

Condolences can be sent to Ira's family at the link below.

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11/06/2025

Frank Sumner Smith
January 5, 1938 - November 2, 2025

Sumner Smith, age 87, of Winslow, passed away Sunday November 2, 2025, at home with family.

He was born January 5th, 1938, to Carl and Leona Smith in Phoenix, Arizona. After graduation from Arizona State University, Sumner moved to Winslow Arkansas where he and wife Betsy, settled in and made a long, fulfilled life together on " The Ranch ". He retired from the United States Postal Service after 30 years.

He was proceeded in death by his Wife, Parents, and 4 siblings including brother Monte Smith of Winslow, and grandson Ethan Sumner Smith.

He is survived by children Tal Smith with wife Janell, Libby Karnes, Amy Gaesswitz and husband Guy, and Nickie England with husband Rick, all of Winslow.

Sumner is survived by six grandchildren, Samantha Miller and husband Cody, Mac Karnes, Lee Gaesswitz with wife Chandler, Sheldon Gaesswitz and wife Morgan, Autumn Purser with husband Christopher and Madison Humphrey with husband Brock.

Sumner has 11 beautiful great grandchildren as well.

In the honor of Sumner Smith, aka Bop, a memorial will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday November 8th, 2025, at Blackburn Community Church.

Also, special thanks to Westfield Services of Springdale for their gentle touch for the cremation arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to Sumner's family at the link below.

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11/04/2025

Donald Thomas Palmer
November 23, 1942 - November 1, 2025

Donald T. Palmer of Rogers, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, at Heroe’s Haven at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center with loved ones at his side. He was born in Emporia, Kansas on November 23, 1942 to parents Thomas and Clara (Owen) Palmer, who predeceased him. He graduated from Harrison High School, and Phillips University. He proudly served our Country in the US Army and is a Vietnam Era Veteran. He spent most of his career as an Independent Insurance Agent and was a member of First Christian Church in Rogers. He is survived by several cousins including Ken (Sharon) Armstrong, Kenneth Owen, and Linda (Dean) DeSelms.

Don has many lifelong friends and enjoyed collecting golf balls, postcards, and silverware. He was a bird enthusiast, loved hiking to waterfalls and any place where he could listen and identify birds nearby, and walking around the Pea Ridge Military Park trails. He was a great friend to all and will be deeply missed.

He was a jokester, always with a smile and is known for his “Palmerisms” by his friends and customers.

Per his request, there will be no funeral services.

Service
Friday, November 7, 2025
at 12:30PM
Fayetteville National Cemetery
1000 Lt Col Leroy Pond Ave
Fayetteville, AR 72701

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10/30/2025

Emil Leroy Billington
December 11, 1941 - October 27, 2025

Emil LeRoy Billington, age 83, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away Monday, October 27th, 2025. Emil was born December 11, 1941, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Verney Emil and Olga Mae Billington. He is preceded in death by his wife, Trena Billington. Emil is survived by his sons, Kevin Emil Billington and wife Marjorie, Jason Lee Billington and wife Dena; brother, Lonnie Billington and wife Marie; sisters, Evelyn Parton and husband Steve and Cleora Carmichael, three grandchildren, Taytum Murphy (Demarcus), Sydney Billington and Katie Billington.

Emil was Veteran of the United States Navy.

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10/30/2025

Lavara 'POLLY' A Smith
October 27, 1939 - October 27, 2025

Born October 27 1939 to William Jefferson Bradley and Ottis Clytee Wiggington Bradley in Guntown Mississippi. She has 9 siblings and loved all of them dearly. As a child they were share croppers and traveled to Michigan to pick fruit. She found her thrill on blueberry hill picking blueberries with her family. She came to Arkansas in 1971 and began working for Moore company. She later picked blueberries in Tontitown for the Mhoon family. And then Cargil in Springdale where she retired. She Married James Howard Gibson in 1957 in Mississippi. They had 6 children in there 25 year marriage before his death. Annette Gibson, James Gibson JR, Julie Rice( Jim Rice)Karen Wade, Joy Slankark( Glenn Slankard) and Vicky Edwards( Jason Edwards)

After Howard’s departure from this life in 1985, she married Virgil Reddell who brought 5 adult children and many grandchildren to the marriage. They were married 4 years before his death. In 1992 she married Kay Smith and they enjoyed retirement together and their Grandchildren. Kay brought two more children into her life that she loved as her own, Greg Smth (Krystal Smith) and Andrea Doss (Jason Doss)

Our Mother enjoyed her Grandchildren and great grandchildren and great Grandchildren. She came into this life on October 27th 1939 and left October 27th 2025. She was celebrating her birthday in Heaven with her daughters and family who has gone before us for Heaven. What a celebration she had waiting for her. She left behind so many that will forever hold her memory. We will see her again someday.

Visitation
Friday, October 31, 2025
at 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Westfield Chapel Funeral Home
3236 W. Huntsville Ave.
Springdale, AR 72762

Service
Friday, October 31, 2025
at 12:00PM
Westfield Chapel Funeral Home
3236 W. Huntsville Ave.
Springdale, AR 72762

Final Resting Place
Elm Springs Cemetery
291 School St.
Elm Springs, AR 72762

Condolences can be sent to Polly's family at the link below.

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10/29/2025

Pauline Melissa McGaugh
September 9, 1938 - October 17, 2025

Pauline (Mema) Melissa McGaugh, 87, of Bella Vista, Arkansas, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, October 17, 2025. Pauline was born in Jacket, Missouri, daughter of the late Randolph and Hila Roller. Jacket is a small community about 5 miles north of Pea Ridge. She was very proud of her family's heritage which included the Rollers, Stephens and Schells to name a few.

The love Pauline had for her family was beyond measure; she loved them unconditionally. She was called Mema by all of her grandchildren who absolutely adored her. The family is blessed and so grateful to have had her in their lives. Pauline will be missed deeply but never forgotten. She was a gift that will be treasured forever. Pauline was liked by people who met her, but she was loved by all that knew her.

ne is survived by her daughters, Sherry (Tim) Thompson of Rogers, AR, Sandy (Darryl) Schafer of Bella Vista, AR; a son, Rick (Sandy) Lyons of Pea Ridge, AR; Grandchildren, Ryan Miles of Pea Ridge, AR, Brooke (Troy) Howerton of Siloam Springs, AR, Charli (Carl) Evans of Sonora, AR, Shea (Nick) Frakes of Rogers, AR, Taylor (Jim) Galbraith of Rogers, AR, Stephanie (David) Pickard of Rogers, AR, Stephen Lyons and Scottie Lyons of Pea Ridge, AR; 15 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; and brother, John (Jane) Roller of Baldwin, KS.

In addition to her parents, Pauline was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill J. Lyons, second husband, Gene McGaugh; baby son, Jackie Lyons; daughter, Pamela Harris; brother, Doyle Roller; sister, Reba Jordan and granddaughter, Samantha Harris.

A private family service will be held later.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Circle of Life Hospice,

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10/29/2025

Frances Ione Newman
February 24, 1934 - October 23, 2025

Frances "Franny" Newman (Barr), age 91, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Born on February 24, 1934, in Akron, Iowa, Frances lived a vibrant and faith-filled life that touched the hearts of all who knew her.

Frances was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of Lowell, where she found great joy in attending Sunday school, singing in the choir, and sharing fellowship with her church family at dinners and gatherings. Her faith was a guiding light throughout her life—one she never hesitated to share with others.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Newman; her daughter Diane Wick; her grandson Bryant Charles Johnson; her parents, Hayes and Goldie Barr; her brothers Junior Barr and Robert Barr; and her sisters Betty Barr and Maurine DeJager.

Frances is lovingly remembered by her children: Dennis and (Sue) Rolfes of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Lori and (Jeff) Johnson of Springdale, Arkansas; Lisa Newman of Russellville, Arkansas; and step-son Gene and (Debbie) Newman of Elizabeth, Arkansas. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren: Christopher Rolfes and (Jaimee Graham) of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Jennifer Willer of St. Bonifacius, Minnesota; Jessica Wick of Maple Grove, Minnesota; Lisa and (Scott) Hill of Rogers, Arkansas; Cameron Suntken and Jacoby Johnson of Springdale, Arkansas; Marilyn and (Bart) Edwards of Berryville, Arkansas; Shelia Leonard of Batesville, Arkansas; Tara and (JR) Camp of Mountain Home, Arkansas; and Billy

Newman of Castle Rock, Washington and a host of great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and great-great-great grandchildren.
own for her ever-present smile and joyful spirit, Frances lived life to the fullest. She found happiness in singing songs—often with a funny face or story to go along—playing bingo with friends, cheering on the Razorbacks with a hearty “Woo Pig Sooie,” and dressing up for every holiday with enthusiasm. She never met a stranger and always had a warm “God bless you” ready for anyone she encountered.

Frances also cherished the time she spent at Pace of the Ozarks day program. Whether surrounded by family or new acquaintances, she brought laughter and light into every room she entered. Her

legacy is one filled with moments of joy—of prayers whispered in love, songs sung from the heart, stories shared around tables—and memories that will continue to bring smiles for generations to come.

A celebration of Frances’s life will be held at a later date.

May her memory bring comfort to those who knew her and continue to inspire kindness, faith, and joy in all our lives.

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