George Oliver Bushmiaer

George Oliver Bushmiaer, infant son of Richard and Betsy Dowdle Bushmiaer, passed away on Oct. 21, 2013. He was born on July 31, 2013. George profoundly touched many lives, and was loved deeply by family and friends. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Bob Dowdle. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Richard and Susan Riddell Bushmiaer of Ozark, Ark., Margaret Harris Dowdle of Canton, Miss.; and great-grandmother, Frances Harrington Riddell of Canton. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville, with Father Joe Marconi officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in George's memory to The Elizabeth Richardson Center, 3917 Old Missouri Road, Springdale, AR 72764; The Downs Syndrome Connection of Northwest Arkansas, 614 Emma Ave., Suite M403, Springdale, AR 72764. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.nelsonberna.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home of Fayetteville.