Barker Funeral Home Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Salem, Arkansas area
Jimmy Allen Maclin Sr.
Jun 25, 2026
Jimmy Allen Maclin Sr. age 73, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on June 25, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born on March 2, 1953, in Dyess, Arkansas, to Ollie Perry Maclin and Linnie Merea (Wilkins) Maclin.
Jimmy spent his working years as a truck driver, a career that reflected his hardworking nature and dedication to providing for his family. He...
Michael Raczynski
Jun 22, 2026
Michael Raczynski, age 62, of Theodosia, Missouri, passed away on June 22, 2026, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born on March 18, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois, to John Raczynski and Toni (Kelly) Raczynski.
Michael spent his working years as a master electrician, a profession that reflected his strong work ethic, skill, and dedication. He took pride in his work and...
Jessie William "JW" Guffey
Jun 19, 2026
Jessie William “J.W.” Guffey, 83, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on June 19, 2026, in Viola. He was born on July 5, 1942, in Ott, Arkansas, to David Loyd and Hazel Lorraine (Vaughan) Guffey.
On July 15, 1960, J.W. married the love of his life, Sharon Mae Borden, in Elizabeth, Arkansas. They shared 65 years of marriage, building a life rooted...
Michael LeRoy Hays
Jun 17, 2026
Michael LeRoy Hays, 77, of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, passed away on June 17, 2026, in Cherokee Village, Arkansas.
He was born on December 8, 1948, in Glendale, California, to Cyrus Max Hays and Marion Elizabeth (Richards) Hays, who preceded him in death.
Michael married the love of his life, Deborah Ann Casaus, in Santa Clarita, California on August 16, 1980. Together, they...
Brian Lee Sanders
Jun 15, 2026
Brian Lee Sanders, 51, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. He was born on October 21, 1974, in Salem, Arkansas to Howard Lee Sanders and Ruth Ann (Ingram) Shrable.
Brian lived a full and vibrant life shaped by hard work, devotion to his family, and a deep love for the outdoors. Brian grew up...
Wallene Renee Frazier
Jun 7, 2026
Wallene Renee Frazier, 74, of Glencoe, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at her home in Glencoe, Arkansas. She was born on June 25, 1951, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Walter Henry Jones, Sr. and Marjorie Evelyn (Bishop) Jones.
On April 30, 1976, Wallene married John Edward Frazier in Granite City, Illinois. Together they shared fifty years of...
Bonnie Sue Benton
Jun 7, 2026
BONNIE SUE BENTON
Bonnie Sue Benton, 90, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Salem, Arkansas. She was born on April 13, 1936, in Camp, Arkansas, to Jack Holloway and Lillie (Manes) Holloway.
On November 5, 1955, Bonnie married the love of her life, N.J. Benton. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and...
Palmer "Stacy" Barton
May 26, 2026
Palmer “Stacy” Barton was born on May 3, 1937, in Haysi, Virginia, to Joseph and Edith (Baker) Barton. One of twelve children, Stacy grew up surrounded by the kind of family bond that would shape the man he became.
Stacy was blessed with two sons and five stepchildren. He spent 42 years alongside his beloved wife, Lillian, until her passing in...
Dorothy Ann Goodson
May 25, 2026
Dorothy Ann (Greenfield) Goodson, 88, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on May 25, 2026, in Salem. She was born on May 13, 1938, in Caro, Michigan, to Roland and Vera (Osborn) Greenfield. On June 8, 1968, in Pontiac, Michigan, Dorothy married the love of her life, Freddie Lee “Fred” Goodson.
Dorothy devoted 18 years to education as a para-professional. She loved...
William Frank Mounce
May 24, 2026
William Frank Mounce, 59, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Salem, Arkansas. He was born on March 14, 1967, in Beatrice, Nebraska, to Marion Frank Mounce and Virginia Maudine (Branscum) Mounce.
William spent his working years as a general contractor and was known as a hardworking man who took pride in his work. He was always...
Larry Allen Ayling
May 21, 2026
Larry Allen Ayling, 84, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, passed from this life on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Ash Flat, Arkansas. He was born on October 28, 1941, in Phillips, Texas, to Glen Allen Ayling and Pearl Bernice (Hooper) Ayling.
Larry lived a life of service and compassion toward others. He married Sue Thompson in California, and together they built a...
Leah Avery Graetz
May 21, 2026
Leah Avery Graetz, 17, of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, passed from this life on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. Leah was born November 14, 2008, in Batesville, Arkansas to Eric Jay and Michelle (Vitiello Melo) Graetz.
Leah always had a caring heart for her farm animals, family, and her friends. She was the one person who first shed a...
Emily Jaycene McIntosh
May 19, 2026
Emily Jaycene McIntosh, 40, of West Plains, Missouri passed away on Tuesday May 19, 2026 at West Plains, Missouri. Emily was born March 2, 1986, in Mountain Home, Arkansas to Ernest McIntosh, Jr. and Carrie Lee (Moore) McIntosh.
When scripture speaks of the Fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, it paints a picture of a life shaped by God's presence....
Lessie Jean Clay
May 18, 2026
God called home today, May 18, 2026, Lessie Jean (Shrable) Clay, 92, of Viola, Arkansas. She was born on March 19, 1934, in Vidette, Arkansas, to Ralph E. and Lillie LeAnn (Worsham) Shrable. Lessie was born the 9th of 12 children and was the last to die.
On September 4, 1950, Lessie married William R. Clay in Elizabeth, Arkansas, beginning a...
Herbert William Pitchford
May 16, 2026
Herbert William Pitchford, 91, of Glencoe, Arkansas, passed from this life on May 16, 2026, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born December 23, 1934, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Herman William and Martha Modena (Bogart) Pitchford.
Herbert married Aletta Abney on March 12, 1999, in Salem, Arkansas. Throughout his life, he was known as a hardworking man who believed in earning...
Richard Lauren Shopen
May 15, 2026
Richard Lauren Shopen, 84, of Pocahontas, Arkansas, passed away on May 15, 2026, at Pocahontas, Arkansas. He was born on April 27, 1942, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Joseph Lauren Shopen and Geneva (Skillstad) Shopen.
Richard spent his working years as the assistant manager for the Jim Hinkle Spring River Fish Hatchery Dam 3 in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, where he enjoyed working...
Raymond Garland Branscum
May 13, 2026
Raymond Garland Branscum, 79, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, passed away on May 13, 2026, at Ash Flat, Arkansas. He was born on June 7, 1946, in Ash Flat, Arkansas, to George Garland Branscum and Ella Pauline (Nix) Branscum.
Raymond spent his working years as a carpenter, building many homes throughout the area with skill, pride, and hard work. He was known...
Madeline A. Horne
May 10, 2026
Madeline A. Horne, 81, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at her home with all of her family by her side. She was born on December 5, 1944, in Dyess, Arkansas, to Leonard Argo and Edwina (Jones) Argo.
Madeline was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was centered around caring for those she loved....
Frankie Lee Auten
May 9, 2026
Frankie Lee Auten, 71, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on May 9, 2026, at Salem, Arkansas. He was born on April 14, 1955, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Frank Elton Auten and Elizabeth Lee (Cook) Auten.
Frankie spent his working years as a heavy equipment operator for the Fulton County Road Department, where he took great pride in his work and the...
Clinton Mitchel Aulston
May 6, 2026
Clinton Mitchel Aulston, 71, of Bexar, Arkansas, passed away on May 6, 2026, at Salem, Arkansas. He was born on July 8, 1954, in Cortez, Colorado, to Johnny Allen Aulston and Jessie Nadine Arnold.
Clinton was a hardworking man who spent much of his life working as a mechanic, a trade he enjoyed and took pride in. He was a faithful...
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