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Local Obituaries for the Salem, Arkansas area
Veronica Lynn Cooper
Jan 19, 2026
Veronica Lynn Cooper, 60, of Newport, Arkansas, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on July 25, 1965, in Sandwich, Illinois.
Veronica spent her working years as an assembler for Dickeys Clothing, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. Outside of work, she was a creative soul who found peace and...
Lyndel "Joe" Max DeShazo
Jan 18, 2026
Lyndel "Joe" Max DeShazo, age 84, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on January 18, 2026, in West Plains, Missouri. He was born on October 29, 1941, in Viola, Arkansas, to Ralph Harvey DeShazo and Marian Theda (Morton) DeShazo.
Joe proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked for over thirty years...
David Franklin Rheppard
Jan 17, 2026
David Franklin Rheppard, age 70, passed away on January 17, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on October 10, 1955, in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, to Maurice Andrew Rheppard and Martha Mae Edith (Shiffer) Rheppard.
On August 7, 1973, David married the love of his life, Marcella Christine Maines, in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. Together they built a life rooted in love, dedication, and...
William Carleton Budewig
Jan 16, 2026
After a short illness, William Carleton Budewig of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, William Alvin and Marie Elizabeth Budewig, as well as two children, Christopher Lloyd Budewig and Anna Marie Budewig.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty years, Agnes Ruth Budewig, three children, William Wesley...
Patricia Jean (Mullin) Arnold
Jan 16, 2026
Patricia Jean Arnold, 83, of Salem, Arkansas went home to be with her Lord on Friday January 16, 2026. Pat was born to Charles Irving Mullin and Gladys Ruth (Dale) Mullin of Anderson, Missouri.
Pat was an example of the Proverbs 31 woman. Always following our Savior's example-loving and helping others. She appreciated God's beautiful creation and spent many hours with...
Audrey Wolverton
Jan 12, 2026
Audrey Laureen Wolverton, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Salem, Arkansas. Born on November 26, 1986, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Audrey lived a life full of passion and purpose, making a significant impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Audrey dedicated over twenty years to a career in healthcare, working as...
Raymond Choate
Jan 12, 2026
Raymond Choate, age 83, passed away on January 12, 2026. He was born on February 18, 1942.
Raymond is survived by his wife and partner of 45 years, Brenda Choate; his daughter, Tracy Dover; his son Jason Estes and wife Monica; and his grandchildren, Autumn McAnally and husband Tyler, Grant Dover and wife Carly, Mary Katherine Wilson and husband Adam, and...
Doyle Wayne Mitchell
Dec 27, 2025
Doyle Wayne Mitchell, 72, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at his home in Viola, Arkansas. He was born on June 8, 1953, in Salem, Arkansas, to Cleve Warren and Walsa Mae (Jackson) Mitchell.
Doyle was a hardworking man who took great pride in everything he did. He spent more than forty years working in road construction...
Lois Kay Allen
Dec 22, 2025
Lois Kay Allen, 94, of Viola, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord on December 22, 2025, at Ash Flat, Arkansas. She was born on October 5, 1931, in Ontario, New York, to Clark and Sadie McCarty.
Lois lived a life rooted deeply in faith, love, and service to others. A strong and devoted Christian, she was a longtime member...
Lynna Gail Hall
Dec 11, 2025
Lynna Gail Hall, 69, of Salem, passed to her heavenly home on Thursday, December 11, 2025 in Salem, Arkansas. She was born August 7, 1956, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas as the oldest child of Gaylon Ellis and Fern (Gill) Ellis. She graduated from Salem High School in 1974.
Gail spent her working years as a medical transcriptionist for Fulton County Hospital...
Skyler James Thomas
Dec 11, 2025
Skyler James Thomas, 17, of Oxford, Arkansas, left this world far too soon on Thursday, December 11, 2025, in Oxford, Arkansas. Born on September 18, 2008, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, to Brian Allen and Kellianne Josephine (Lorenz) Thomas, Skyler brought light, laughter, and joy into the lives of all who were blessed to know him.
Skyler was a junior at Salem...
Brenda Kay Smith
Dec 9, 2025
Brenda Kay Smith, 72, of Camp, Arkansas, passed from this life on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at her home in Camp. She was born on July 3, 1953, in Salem, Arkansas, to Austin Lee Bridges and Della (Javaux) Bridges.
Brenda was united in marriage to Keevin Wynn Smith on July 11,1981 in Camp, Arkansas. She spent her working years as a...
Pansy Virginia Perryman
Dec 5, 2025
Pansy Virginia Perryman left this earth on December 5, 2025, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born on September 17, 1930, in Byron, Arkansas to Sylvester Sanders and Florence (Jones) Sanders.
Pansy married Doyne Ray Perryman in 1948 and they resided at their home in Viola, Arkansas where they had their three children, Danny, Dennis, and Kristi. Pansy was a member...
Meredith Sue Alexander
Dec 1, 2025
Meredith Sue Alexander, 86, of Presque Isle, Michigan, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Alpena, Michigan. She was born on December 24, 1938, in Morehouse, Missouri, to Monroe A. Greer and Enretta (Gross) Greer.
Meredith was united in marriage to Jack Cochran in 1957 in Salem, Arkansas. She later married Joe Alexander on February 11, 1988,...
James Paul Rowlett
Nov 29, 2025
James Paul “P-Row” Rowlett
August 3, 1970 – November 29, 2025
Brigadier General (Ret.) James Paul “P-Row” Rowlett, 55, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on November 29, 2025, on his way to complete one last mission in a lifetime defined by heroism, service, and selflessness. A devoted husband, father, son, brother, mentor, and patriot, Paul was admired for his brilliance, integrity, and...
John David Meek
Nov 26, 2025
John David (Coach) Meek, 94, of Thayer Missouri went to be with the Lord on Wednesday November 26, 2025 in Clinton, AR; he was born April 18, 1931. David was adopted from the infamous Tennessee Children’s Home Society before his first birthday by John and Olympia Meek in Marvell AR. He was united in marriage to Sara Jane Barbee in...
Ronnie White
Nov 24, 2025
Ronnie White, 60, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, in Salem, Arkansas. He was born on September 15, 1965, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, the son of Claude White and Juanita Jewell (Savage) White.
Ronnie was united in marriage to Patsy Sue Bridges on February 5, 2000, in Viola, Arkansas. He spent his working years as an automotive...
Andrea Bricco
Nov 24, 2025
Andrea Bricco, 57, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born on October 13, 1968, in Denver, Colorado, to Gordon and Kathy (Hawkins) Bricco.
Andrea worked as a scheduler for Baxter Regional Medical Center, where she was known for her dedication, warmth, and strong work ethic. She was united in marriage to...
Hazel Tucker
Nov 13, 2025
Hazel Tucker, 84, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri. She was born on June 14, 1941, in Heart, Arkansas, to Everett H. Evans and Grace (Stroud) Evans.
Hazel was united in marriage to John Everett Tucker on October 17, 1959, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and to this union one daughter, Vickie, was born. Hazel...
Maxwell Adrian Ward
Nov 12, 2025
Maxwell Adrian Ward, 36, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on November 12, 2025, in Salem, Arkansas. He was born on August 21, 1989, in Garden Grove, California, to Brock Thomas and Charmaine Jean (Barton) Ward.
Maxwell worked as a Radio Frequency Communications Technician and was of the Christian faith. He was known for his charismatic personality, quick wit, and wonderful sense...
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