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Local Obituaries for the Salem, Arkansas area

Audrey Diane (Larmon) VanBuren

Audrey Diane (Larmon) VanBuren

May 8, 2025

Audrey Diane (Larmon) Van Buren, 67, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Thursday, May 8, 2025, in Salem, Arkansas. Audrey was born July 8, 1957, in Watertown, New York to Carl Edward Larmon and Grace Ann (Sampson) Larmon.

Audrey married Hobart Henry Van Buren, Jr. on August 31, 2007, in Salem, Arkansas. Audrey spent her working years as a...

Jason Wayne Helton

Jason Wayne Helton

May 3, 2025

Jason Wayne Helton, 55, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Salem, Arkansas. Jason was born March 5, 1970, in Syracuse, Kansas to James “Jim” Wayne Helton and Barbara Louise (Todd) Helton.

Jason worked in southwest Kansas for Syracuse Co-op and Sublette Co-op changing tires and selling tires. Jason served his country in the United...

Mary Louise (Ferguson) Russell

Mary Louise (Ferguson) Russell

Apr 30, 2025

Mary Louise (Ferguson) Russell, 95, of Andover, Kansas, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Andover, Kansas. Mary was born February 8, 1930, in Cordell, Oklahoma to Leslie Ferguson and Fay (Ward) Ferguson.

Mary was united in marriage to Kermit Gerald Russell on March 7, 1952, in Melbourne, Arkansas and to this union two children were born. Mary...

John Albert Hartrick

John Albert Hartrick

Apr 30, 2025

John Albert Hartrick, 85, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Salem, Arkansas. John was born March 6, 1940, in Highfill, Arkansas to Dana D. Hartrick and Rosalia May (Hathaway) Hartrick.

John was united in marriage to Suzanne Bell on August 15, 1981, in Hood River, Oregon. John worked for many years as a Telephone...

Shanette Laree (Loddy) Roper

Shanette Laree (Loddy) Roper

Apr 25, 2025

Shanette Laree (Loddy) Roper, 33, of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, passed from this life on Friday, April 25, 2025, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. Shanette was born September 5, 1991, in Roosevelt, Utah.

Shanette worked as a CNA and loved her children and being with her family. She enjoyed many things but some of her favorites were worshiping Jesus, fishing, and coloring. She...

Bernice Helen (Williams) Barnett

Bernice Helen (Williams) Barnett

Apr 25, 2025

Bernice Helen (Williams) Barnett, 95, of West Plains, Missouri, passed from this life on Friday, April 25, 2025, at West Plains, Missouri. Bernice was born October 5, 1929, in Moko, Arkansas, to Thurman Lewis and Anna Iona (Emery) Williams.

She was born into a large family known for their musical talent, quick wit, and loving although ornery nature. She told countless...

Stephen Edward Maguffee

Stephen Edward Maguffee

Apr 25, 2025

Stephen Edward Maguffee, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on April 25, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on January 3, 1955, Steve lived a life filled with stories, sharp wit, and a deep—sometimes complicated—love for those around him.

He is survived by his children: Craig Maguffee-Smith (Rebekah), Meghan Thorne (Craig), Dustin Maguffee (Ciera), and Tyler Maguffee (Daisy); his beloved grandchildren:...

Ollie Lucille (Beck) Trivitt

Ollie Lucille (Beck) Trivitt

Apr 19, 2025

Ollie Lucille (Beck) Trivitt, 94, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, passed from this life on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Ash Flat, Arkansas. Ollie was born January 27, 1931, to Millard and Lora (Cooper) Beck.

Ollie was united in marriage to J.W. Trivitt on November 25, 1948, in Hardy, Arkansas, and to this union four children were born. Ollie was a homemaker...

Jesse Dean Pierce

Jesse Dean Pierce

Apr 14, 2025

Jesse Dean Pierce, 69, of Salem, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, April 14, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Jesse was born February 26, 1956, in Thayer, Missouri, to Madison Ethel and Mary Jane (Cerutti) Pierce.

Jesse was united in marriage to Fonda Denise Smith on March 6, 1988, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas. Jesse spent many...

Shelly Ann Ary

Shelly Ann Ary

Apr 8, 2025

Shelly Ann (Lovorn) Ary, 51, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Mountain Home, Arkansas. Shelly was born March 11, 1974, in West Memphis, Arkansas to Emmett and Rebecca (Crowe) Lovorn.

Shelly spent her working years as a school teacher at Mountain Grove, Missouri and Mammoth Spring, Arkansas and also as a conductor for...

JB Etheridge

JB Etheridge

Apr 6, 2025

JB Etheridge, 83, of Viola, Arkansas was born on August 13, 1941, to the late Frank and Ora K. Etheridge in McNeil, Arkansas. He departed this life on April 6, 2025.

JB was united in marriage to Arlene Jamison on June 3, 1961, in Grapevine, Texas. In their union, three children were born, Teresa, John and Frank. JB was a proud...

Wanda Lee McConnaughhay

Wanda Lee McConnaughhay

Apr 5, 2025

Wanda Lee McConnaughhay, 69, of Oxford, AR died in her home on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Known by many as Wanda-Mom for her caring, motherly nature to anyone in need, she was also known for her humor and generosity. She gave willingly to those she didn’t know, along with any friend or family member in need. She loved playing all sorts...

Donald Gene Ward

Donald Gene Ward

Mar 30, 2025

Donald Gene Ward, 83, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Salem, Arkansas. Donald was born January 12, 1942, in Wiseman, Arkansas to T.C. and Vera Lorea (Caruthers) Ward.

Donald was united in marriage to Joyce Faye Henry on October 4,1963 in Viola, Arkansas and to this union two sons were born. Donald worked several...

Wanda Lou (Stroud) Goodson

Wanda Lou (Stroud) Goodson

Mar 28, 2025

Wanda Lou (Stroud) Goodson, 67, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, passed from this life on March 28, 2025, at Ash Flat, Arkansas. Wanda was born December 28, 1957, to Garland Odell and Lavern (Moss) Stroud in Salem, Arkansas.

Wanda was united in marriage to Jesse Ted Goodson on April 27, 1979, in Gum Springs, Arkansas and to this union two children were...

Neal McCandlis

Neal McCandlis

Mar 26, 2025

Neal McCandlis, 81, of Viola, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Mountain Home, Arkansas. Neal was born October 29, 1943, to Floyd and Edna (Marchant) McCandlis in Viola, Arkansas. 

Neal was born and raised in Viola, Arkansas. After graduating high school, he went to Kansas City to work in construction. It was during this time that...

Ray Bob Cochran

Ray Bob Cochran

Mar 16, 2025

Ray Bob Cochran, 73, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Thayer, Missouri. Ray Bob was born January 12, 1952, to James Harold and Bircha Mae (Dawson) Cochran in Batesville, Arkansas.

Ray Bob was united in marriage to Shana Lannae Lawrence on January 15, 1987. Ray Bob spent his working years as a pharmacist (owner/operator)...

Martha Sue (York) Rouse

Martha Sue (York) Rouse

Mar 12, 2025

Martha Sue (York) Rouse, 81, of Salem, Arkansas, passed from this life on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Salem, Arkansas. Martha was born September 1, 1943, to Marion Lee York and Dovie Leona (Smith) York in Georgetown, Arkansas.

Martha married Claude Author Rouse, Sr. at Bald Knob, Arkansas. Martha spent many years as a homemaker and later on in life as...

Gary Lee Delargy

Gary Lee Delargy

Mar 10, 2025

Gary Lee Delargy, 76, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, departed this life on Monday, March 10, 2025, at his home in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas. Gary was born December 6, 1948, to Robert Fredrick and Jennie Willetta (Evans) Delargy in Nebo, Illinois.

Gary was united in marriage to Candace Dee Rains on August 4, 2008, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. He served his country...

Bobby Choat

Bobby Choat

Mar 9, 2025

Bobby Choat, 87, passed away on March 9, 2025. He was born on February 4, 1938 in Parma, MO to his parents, Marion and Mary Choat.

Bobby was a proud veteran who served his country with honor. After high school, he joined the United States Air Force, serving for 12 years, followed by 8 years in the National Guard. Throughout his...

Ronald Keith Gray

Ronald Keith Gray

Mar 9, 2025

Ronald Keith Gray, 57, of Salem, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Conway, Arkansas. Keith was born October 1, 1967, to Jerome and Freda (Wagner) Gray in Blytheville, Arkansas.

Keith was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa, and friend. He loved God, his family, farming, fishing, and sports. Keith’s hard work and passion for basketball earned him...