Arkansas, Marriage Certificates, 1917-1972
Obituaries from the year 2017
Lucy Marie Jorgensen
Lucy Marie Jorgensen, 63, of Springdale died Thursday, October 26, 2017 at her residence. She was born September 24, 1954 in Wichita, Kansas the daughter of Mildred J. Swortwood and Hjalmar Jorgensen.
She was employed with Copeland's for over 10 years and Fred's Hickory Inn for 6 years. She loved spending quality time with her family and her dog Scooter. She was preceded in death by: her father and one brother.
Lucy is survived by: her mother; Mildred J. Jorgensen, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, two sons; Davis Draper and his wife Erin, of Camdenton, Missouri, Dustin Draper and his wife Michelle, of Gainesville, Virginia, one daughter; Judianne Doyle and her husband Ricky, of Bethel Heights, two brothers; William Jorgensen and Thomas Jorgensen, both of Kansas City, and 12 grandchildren.
A celebration of Lucy's life will be announced at a later date by the family.
Connie Elaine Westover Dickerson
Connie Elaine Westover Dickerson, 74, of Rogers died Thursday, October 26, 2017 at her residence. She was born December 27, 1942 in Rogers the daughter of Margaret E. Westover and William F. Westover.
She was a homemaker. She was a lifetime resident of Rogers. She enjoyed making jewelry. She loved many arts and crafts. She and her husband traveled many places, both domestic and foreign. She was preceded in death by: her parents and one brother.
Connie is survived by: her husband; Samuel B. Dickerson, whom she married December 23, 1961, two sons; Britton Dickerson and his wife Patricia, of Rogers, Daniel Dickerson, of Rogers, two daughters; Tess Roche and her husband Bob, of Avoca, Rebecca Williams and her husband Charles, of Rogers, 13 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.
A Memorial of Connie’s Life will be announced at a later date by the family.
Memorials may be sent to: Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Arkansas 72762.
Jeff Elder
Monday, October 23, 2017, Jeff Elder, age 56, passed away in his home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Jeff was born to Thomas and Loraine Elder in Rogers, Arkansas in 1961.
He was divorced with no biological children. He is survived by his brother, Kenneth Elder (Rogers, AR), his mother, Loraine Elder (Manassas, VA) and his sister, Amy Small (Manassas, VA), his grandmother; Dorothy Sexton. Jeff also leaves behind 6 nephews and 6 nieces who loved him very much. Also he is survived by: his step-daughter; Melissa Hardy, and his step-grandchildren; DeVante’ Hardy and Je’Naya Hardy. He is going to be missed greatly by those that knew him the most.
Visitation will be from 5-7 Friday at Epting Funeral Home of Bentonville.
Graveside service will be at 10am Saturday at Tucks Chapel Cemetery.
Donations may be sent to the family: http://texascws.com/personal/jeff.cfm
Candace Jo Smart
Candace Jo Smart, 35, of Fayetteville died Monday, October 23, 2017 at her residence. She was born June 30, 1982 in Fayetteville.
She had formerly worked in Optical Production.
She is survived by: her mother, two sons, one daughter, and one brother.
Elnora "Kay" Taylor
"All things beautiful are not seen or touched, but felt with the heart"
Elnora "Kay" Taylor of Gentry, Arkansas left this world on October 18, 2017 to meet her Creator. She was born in Lakin, Kansas to Ray and Jake Walker on September 22, 1939.
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Ron and Stan Walker, her daughter Geri Taylor and granddaughter Jamie Steward.
She is survived by her sister; Carolyn "Kit" Shepperd, of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, brother; Steve Walker and Leila of Bentonville, daughter; Linda Taylor Flute and David, daughter; Lisa Taylor, son; Nick Taylor and Gina Roberts, all of Gentry, Arkansas, 11 grandchildren 22 1/2 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Kay's life celebration will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Lake Wedington Lodge, 15592 Lake Wedington Entry Rd., Fayetteville, AR. We will begin with a meal at 1 PM, with the life celebration to follow there will be a $5 parking fee (because it is a state park) If you are unable to pay the parking fee, leave your name at the gate and we will take care of it. We are looking forward to sharing many memories of Kay's life.
Instead of flowers or plants, please make donations to our children shelter in Vaughn, Arkansas in memory of Kay Taylor. www.nwacs.org
Mark E. Lee
Mark E. Lee 65 of Prairie Grove, Arkansas passed away October 11, 2017 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born March 26, 1952.
Mark enjoyed classic cars, good people, and all the joys of watching his grandchildren grow up, camping at steel creek at the buffalo river, and surfing the California coast in his younger days. He spent many years self employed and loved his customers.
He was preceded in death by his father Donald Lee and his mother Betty Lee.
Mark is survived by his loving wife Marie Lee. His son Jack Pierce and wife Stephanie of Prairie Grove. His daughter Jennifer McKenzie and husband Sean of West Fork. And his beloved grandchildren Keggin McKenzie 18, Zakari McKenzie 15, Addison McKenzie 6, Stormy Pierce 17, Jackson Pierce 10, Garrett Arpin 22, Autumn Arpin 18, Gavin Arpin 17. He is also survived by one sister Linda Lee of California as well as two nephews Chris Shumway and wife Michelle and Jody Shumway and wife Arnica all of Idaho. He also had an abundance of friends, as he never met a stranger.
A celebration of Mark’s life will be announced at a later date by his family. We ask that if you’d like to attend please let Jennifer know by texting or calling 479-684-6357.
Anita Braaten
Anita Braaten of Bentonville died October 10th at her home.
Anita is survived by her husband; Dean Braaten, her mother, one daughter, three sisters, three loving dogs and many close friends.
Visitation: Friday, October 13th from 2 to 4pm at Epting Funeral Home Bentonville.
