Obituary for Donnita Gayle Carney McConnell

On February 6, 2026February 9, 2026 By besonstIn Uncategorized

Donnita Gayle McConnell, age 59, of Fayetteville, died Saturday, July 14, 2018 in Fayetteville.
She was born July 4, 1959 in Fayetteville, the daughter of Norman Eugene and Reta Royce Haskell Carney.

She was a homemaker and a prestigious real estate agent.

She is survived by her life partner, Tim Preston; a daughter, Darcy Gene McConnell of Fayetteville; a son, Michael Preston of Fayetteville; her parents, Gene and Reta Carney of Clearwater, Florida and two grandchildren, Sylis Gene McConnell and Ricker Preston.

Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Moore’s Chapel. Graveside service will be 2:00 pm Wednesday at Mount Comfort Cemetery in Fayetteville, under the direction of Moore’s Chapel.

Obituary for Bob Brandt

On February 6, 2026February 9, 2026 By besonstIn Uncategorized

Bob met Jesus sometime during the night after a long and complicated battle throughout his adult life with various disabling health issues. He was the son of Rolf Wilhelm and Rhoda Jeane Brandt, both of whom preceded him in passing.

Bob (Fayetteville High School, class of 1976) was a Navy Corpsman while in the service and a wonderful advocate for veterans for many years as the lead service officer and Commander of the Disabled American Veterans in Tulsa. He helped thousands of veterans receive the full benefits they were entitled to receive from the Veterans Affairs.

He was also an advocate for rescue dogs and adopted several in the Tulsa area.

A proud father and grandfather, he loved his sons and their families very much and wasted no opportunity to brag on them. But most importantly, Bob accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and is now with Jesus in heaven in his perfect new heavenly body and with no more pain and sorrow.

We will miss you very much Bob!

Prayers for your family!!

Obituary for Paula Bibbee

On February 6, 2026February 9, 2026 By besonstIn Uncategorized

Paula Sue (Richardson) Bibbee a resident of Strickler Arkansas passed at home on October 1, 2022, at the age of 66. Paula was born August 30, 1956, in Fayetteville Arkansas to Paul “Hugh” and Lois Jane (McCann) Richardson. Paula was a member of the Liberty 86 Community Church. An avid artist Paula loved sharing pottery, crochet, and needle work with her friends and family. Her love of reading was matched only by her love of all her fur babies. Paula was known for her big heart and ready smile.

Paula was proceeded in death by her grandparents James and Inez McCann and Wiley and Leona Richardson; her mother Lois Jane (McCann) Richardson; her beloved son James Wayne Richardson; and her great niece Saylor Grace Gragg.

Paula is survived by her father Paul “Hugh” Richardson of West Fork Arkansas; sister Lisa Gragg and husband Rick of West Fork Arkansas and sister Jennifer Arrington and husband Jeff of Vicenza, Italy. She is also survived by her cousin Sharon Kelley of the home as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, including 2 great nephews whom she adored. She will be missed by all who knew her.

The family will hold a private graveside memorial service. In lieu of flowers donations could be made in Paula’s honor to the Washington County Animal Shelter.

Obituary for Linda Marie Colwell Stewart

On August 30, 2024 By besonstIn Uncategorized

Linda Colwell Stewart in her senior high portrait.

Linda Marie Stewart, 66, of West Fork passed away on August 11, 2024 in West Fork. She was born on June 26, 1958, to Philip and Mary Sue Colwell.

Linda was an artist and master gardener. She was a member of Fayetteville High School class of 1976. She was a long-time resident of West Fork. She graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Art with refined studies in ceramics. Linda adored her 17-year-old cat, Charlotte and 2-year-old dog, Orion. Both have found new homes and are doing well.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her stepmother, June Colwell of Fayetteville; one son, Grady Stewart of Greenbrier; one daughter, Amanda Carter and husband Wardell of Fayetteville; two brothers, Wade Colwell of Fayetteville and Ted Colwell of Edina, Minnesota; four grandchildren, Cameron Self, Lanay Self, Amelia Carter, and Levi Carter of Fayetteville; and two great-grandchildren, Tytus Carter and Valkrie Holden of Fayetteville.

Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Millar Lodge on Mount Sequoyah, 150 N. Skyline Dr., Fayetteville.