Barker Funeral Home Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Salem, Arkansas area
Dana Kerr
Mar 7, 2026
Dana Kerr, 79, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on September 25, 1946, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, to Dayton Kerr and Roberta (Broshart) Kerr.
On August 21, 1982, Dana married Rosemary Lisa Barks in Washington, New Jersey. Dana spent his working years in maintenance for American Can Company, where he was known as...
Dewey Castle Cawvey
Mar 5, 2026
Dewey Castle Cawvey, 77, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on March 5, 2026, at Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born on July 28, 1948, in Manila, Arkansas, to Charley Dave Cawvey and Bessie Evelyn (Wallace) Cawvey.
Dewey spent his working years as a truck driver, a career that reflected his strong work ethic and dedication. He also proudly served his country...
Herbert Lynn Ray
Mar 4, 2026
Herbert L. Ray, originally of Harrisburg, Arkansas, and later of Salem, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on March 4, 2026, at the age of 83 years.Herb was born on November 30, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee in the Baptist Memorial Hospital to his parents Floy Paige Spencer Ray and Lyman Herbert Ray of Harrisburg, Arkansas. He was their only...
Kathy Jean (Singleton) Rogers
Mar 4, 2026
Kathy Jean (Singleton) Rogers passed away peacefully in Mountain Home, Arkansas on March 4, 2026, at the age of 75. She was born on January 14, 1951, in Salem, Arkansas, to Guy and Modine (Tanner) Singleton.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, she grew up in Union before moving to Salem just before high school. She graduated from Salem High...
Joseph Alexander Jones
Mar 1, 2026
Joseph Alexander Jones, 76, of Oxford, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 14, 1949, in Highland Park, Michigan, to Clarence Lester Jones and Velma E. (Gillihan) Jones.
Joseph spent his working years as a plumber’s helper, a job he approached with dedication and a willingness to lend a hand wherever needed....
Betty Lou (Estes) Benton
Feb 27, 2026
Betty Lou (Estes) Benton, 94, of Glencoe, Arkansas passed away on Friday February 27, 2026 at Salem, Arkansas. She was born August 4, 1931 in Agnos, Arkansas to John Matt Estes and Dora Agnes (Hall) Estes.
She married Ford Benton on February 5, 1949 and they were happily married for 68 years.
She helped Ford on the farm for many years. In...
Gerald "Jerry" Vernon Lindblom
Feb 27, 2026
Gerald ‘Jerry’ Vernon Lindblom, 90, of Viola, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on February 27, 2026. He was born on March 8, 1935 in Robbinsdale, Minnesota to Vernon and Dorolese (Rivers) Lindblom.
Jerry went to Robbinsdale High School, class of ’53, where he was very active in Drama. He loved music and had a lovely tenor singing...
Jareld "J.D." Don Hodges
Feb 17, 2026
Jareld Don “J.D.” Hodges, 82, passed away on February 17, 2026, at Mountain Home, Arkansas surrounded by his family. He was born on October 2, 1943, in Lanton, Missouri, to Rufus Hodges and Glessner (Lamons) Hodges.
On July 17, 1964, J.D. married the love of his life, Carolyn Sue Vaughn, in Salem, Arkansas. Together they built a strong and loving home...
Terrie Leigh Meek
Feb 11, 2026
Terrie Leigh Meek, age 66, of Mansfield, MO, was born on May 3, 1959, in Bonne Terre, Missouri.
Terrie was born the second child to David and Sara Meek. She, her siblings and children had a wounded relationship from years of addiction but never ever lost sight of Gods heart for unconditional love and the enduring strength that comes from forgiveness...
Vicki Lou (Warren) Ragan
Feb 11, 2026
Vicki Lou Ragan August 28, 1948 – February 11, 2026
Vicki Lou Ragan (Warren), 77, of Thayer, Missouri, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. Her passing was sudden, and she is deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Born on August 28, 1948, in Thayer, Missouri, Vicki dedicated her life to the education and enrichment of each...
Patsy "Pat" Ruth Gleghorn
Feb 8, 2026
Patsy “Pat” Ruth Gleghorn, age 85, of Bentonville, Arkansas, passed away on February 8, 2026, in Bentonville, Arkansas. She was born on March 18, 1940, in Paris, Arkansas, to James Winford Huckaby and Agnes Geneva (Thornton) Huckaby.
Pat spent her working years serving as a school secretary for the Violet Hill School System for 12 years, where she was known for...
Laverne Airrington
Jan 29, 2026
Laverne Airrington, 83, of Gepp, Arkansas, passed away on January 29, 2026, at Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born on January 26, 1943, in Madisonville, Texas, to Clarence C. Rogers and Minnie Pearl (Ferguson) Rogers.
Laverne married the love of her life, L.J. “Joe” Airrington, on March 3, 1968, in Houston, Texas. Together they built a life filled with love, devotion,...
Mary Evalene "Ebb" Glisson
Jan 29, 2026
Mary Evalene “Ebb” Glisson, age 81, of Glencoe, Arkansas, passed away on January 29, 2026, at her home in Glencoe. She was born on December 18, 1944, in Colcord, Oklahoma, to Willis and Vada (Potter) Henslee.
On October 16, 1964, Ebb married the love of her life, Bob Glisson, in Salem, Arkansas. Together they shared many wonderful years and were blessed...
Van Kent Brown
Jan 25, 2026
Van Kent Brown, 63, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on January 25, 2026, at Salem, Arkansas. He was born on June 22, 1962, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Ewell D. Brown and Ethel Lou (Harris) Brown.
Van was raised on a farm, where he learned the values of hard work, humility, and perseverance—qualities that shaped the man he became. Throughout his life,...
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...
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