BENTON COUNTY OBITUARIES

Guy Richard Biddinger

ROGERS — Guy Richard Biddinger, 90, of Rogers died Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale.

Guy was born Aug. 10, 1919, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, to the late Ernest and Juanita (Reade) Biddinger.

Guy served in the Army during World War II, serving in Italy, France and Germany. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Rogers.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Thomas Guy Biddinger; and two brothers, Hugh and Paul Biddinger.

Survivors include his loving wife, Martha, of the home; one son, John Biddinger of Rogers; one daughter, Judy Ranalli and her husband, Norbert, of Tontitown; one brother, Lyle Biddinger and his wife, Betty, of North Carolina; eight grandchildren, Christie Zulpo, Nathan Ranalli, Megan Merrick, Jeremy Metcalf, Sara Woodie, Savanna Spilman, Ben Biddinger and Haily Biddinger; and nine greatgrandchildren.

A memorial service for Guy will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Peace Lutheran Church in Rogers. Visitation will be today, July 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers.

Memorials can be made in Guy’s name to Circle of Life Hospice House, Peace Lutheran Church Food Pantry or the Rogers Adult Wellness Center.

Arrangements made under the direction of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers.

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Harley Andy Moser Sr.

ROGERS — Harley Andy Moser Sr., 91, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010, in Rogers, Ark., while a patient at Mercy Hospital.

Harley was born September 1918 in Bexar, Ark., to parents Noah and Ruth Moser. While growing up, he attended school in Calico Rock, Ark. Harley married Phyllis Simpson of Colorado Springs, Colo., in 1937. Five years later, Harley realized that his country needed his skills, so he enlisted in the Air Force in 1942. A World War II veteran, Harley earned the rank of 1st sergeant. He was stationed in China, Burma and India during his Air Force career.

Upon leaving the Air Force, Harley began to seek a permanent home for Phyllis and himself. After visiting Rogers, Ark., he commented that “it was the nicest place on earth.” The two built their home in Rogers and have lived here ever since.

In 1950, Harley Sr. established and became the founder of the Moser Corporation. Throughout Harley’s life, he was fascinated by cabinet-making and took his mastery of woodworking and cabinetry to a substantial level in the opening of the company. Over the course of the next 60 years, the Moser brand has graced thousands of school classrooms, hospitals, institutions, public and private offices as well as libraries, government off ces and organizations with highquality furniture and equipment. Harley Sr.’s hobby was his work and he delighted in developing new methods of wood manufacturing and translated his skills into meaningful products for others.

While Harley’s life centered around his work, he also had a tremendous love for his community and youth. Harley Sr. was an assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 122 of Rogers and enjoyed working with young men, many of which earned the rank of Eagle during his tenure. He was also responsible for helping establish the first Little League organizations in Rogers, working with the Rogers Lions Club to bring baseball to area youth.

Harley was an elected member of the Rogers City Council during the 1950s and worked with the city on road and highway concerns.

Harley and Phyllis were active members of the Central United Methodist Church of Rogers. Harley was involved in many church activities and chaired several committees during his lifetime.

Harley Sr. leaves behind his wife, Phyllis, of the home; three sons and daughter inlaws, Harley Moser Jr. and Lynda, Philip Moser, and Mike and Sandra Moser. Grandchildren include Kelly Chimarys, Terry Drain, Todd Moser, Margo Blunk, Timothy Moser, Daniel Moser and Mason Moser. Harley Sr. also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Several nieces and nephews throughout the United States also mourn the loss of the grandfather and great-uncle.

In 1955, the Rogers newspaper published an article about Harley Sr. and his business. It was an in-depth look at Harley Sr. as a bright and gifted businessman as well as an artist, creator and designer. The article will be made available to those attending the services at the Central United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Callison-Lough Funeral Home in Rogers. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 25, at Central United Methodist Church in Rogers. Burial will be private.

The family has requested that, in lieu of fl owers, donations and gifts be made to the Central United Methodist Church of Rogers at 2535 W. New Hope Road, Rogers, AR 72757, or charity of their choice.

Arrangements are by Callison-Lough Funeral Home in downtown Rogers. Online condolences may be made at www.callisonloughfuneralhome.com.

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Michael Spillers

FAYETTEVILLE — Michael Spillers, 68, of Fayetteville died July 22, 2010, at Circle of Life Hospice Center in Springdale, Ark. He was born March 19, 1942, in Mulberry, Ark., to William O. and Laberta (Craven) Spillers.

Mike was a faithful witness of Jehovah for 53 years, having been baptized at the age of 15. Even after being overtaken by illness, he enjoyed teaching others about the Bible. He also enjoyed good food, cooking, growing fl owers and spending time with family and friends. He will be sorely missed by family, many friends, spiritual brothers and sisters and loyal employees.

He was the owner and operator of Advanced Information Systems.

He is survived by his wife, Melinda Spillers, of the home; eight children, Michelle Ferri (husband Peter) of Fayetteville, Ark., Michael Spillers of Long Beach, Calif., Kristin Henley of Branson, Mo., Scott Spillers of West Hollywood, Calif., Ryan Spillers of Fayetteville, Ark., Jennifer Mesko of Fayetteville, Ark., Jessica Mesko of Fayetteville, Ark., and Micah Spillers of the home; nine grandchildren, Peter Ferri, Isabella Ferri, Emmaline Spillers, Lillian Spillers, Tori Spillers, Blake Henley, Austin Henley, Levi Henley and Kaylin Henley.

Visitation will be held today, July 23, 2010, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville.

A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2837 Old Wire Road in Fayetteville, with Brother Herbert Wight offciating. Private burial will be held at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.

To sign the online guest book, please visit www.nelsonberna.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory of Fayetteville.

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Wayne Meigs

DECATUR — Wayne Meigs, age 93, of Decatur died July 19, 2010, at Siloam Springs Memorial Hospital. He was born at Siloam Springs on Sept. 3, 1916, to the late Tad Marshall and Bessie Lee Steward Meigs.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II.

Survivors include his children, Mary Jane Henderson and husband, Dan, Donna Meigs, Lex Meigs and wife, Marcia, all of Decatur; a sister, Frances Owsley of Aztec, N.M.; 11 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 20 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Olga Meigs; daughters, Barbara Ann Meigs and Shirley Nance; and three brothers, Marshall, Cecil and John Meigs.

Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Callison-Lough Funeral Home, Bentonville.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday at Decatur United Methodist Church.

Burial with military honors will follow in Decatur Cemetery.

Memorials, in lieu of fl owers, may be made to the food pantry at Decatur United Methodist Church.

Arrangements are by Callison-Lough Funeral Home in Bentonville.

Online condolences may be made at www.callisonlough.com.

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Opal H. Dunham

BELLA VISTA — Opal H. Dunham, 99, of Bella Vista, Ark., died Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at Concordia Health and Rehab in Bella Vista. She was born July 27, 1910, the daughter of Fred and Fannie Baker Hancock in rural DeKalb County, Mo.

She attended Pleasant Valley rural school for eight years and graduated from Cameron, Mo., High School in 1929. She received her B.S. degree from Emporia State University.

She began her 35-year teaching career in 1929 in elementary schools in Missouri and Kansas, ending with 25 years in the Shawnee Mission, Kan., district. She was acclaimed an outstanding teacher by her colleagues and administrators.

She was married to Mitchell Dunham, June 25, 1934. They celebrated their 70th anniversary in 2004. Two sons were born of this union, Robert, now deceased, and Joseph, of British Columbia, Canada. They moved to Bella Vista, Ark., in 1975. She was a member of the Bella Vista Community Church and a 60-year member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood.

She is survived by one son, Joseph “Joe” Dunham of Comox, British Columbia; two grandchildren; and several much-loved nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at the Bella Vista Community Church, 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., Bella Vista, Ark., with the Rev. Richard Lindman off ciating.

Arrangements are by the Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory, 2258 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista, Ark.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Circle of Life Hospice or charity of donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.

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Ruby Jewel Graham

ROGERS — Ruby Jewel Graham, 92, of Rogers died Monday, July 19, 2010, at Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale. Ruby was born July 9, 1918, in Okemah, Okla., to the late William and Olive (Haley) Beets.

Ruby loved to go fishing and tend to her garden; and she was a faithful member of Lakeside Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth Graham; two sons, Tommy Weaver and Donnie Weaver; one son-in-law, Kenneth Strang; two brothers, Charlie Beets and Frankie Beets; and two sisters, Millie McCully and Stella Mannwarring.

Survivors include her daughter, Jan Strang; two brothers, James Beets and Sammy Beets; three sisters, Lois Fox, Laverne Greer and Francis Beets; four grandchildren, Don Strang and his wife, Toni, Shawn Chasteen and her husband, Tommy, Curt Weaver and Sabrina Weaver; and eight grandchildren, including Parker and Whitney.

There will be a memorial service for Ruby at her home from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010.

In lieu of fl owers, memorials can be made to Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale.

Online condolences can be made at www.rollinsfuneral.com.

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