Kirby & Family Funeral & Cremation Services

08/06/2026

Daniel Smith

Daniel Robert Smith, 45, passed away on July 29, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. Daniel was born on April 28, 1981, in Kaufman, Texas, to Bobby and Shirlene (Benton) Lane Smith. He built a career at Ranger Boats, where he served as a Lead Production Supervisor and was respected for his leadership and dedication. Daniel lived life with the volume turned all the way up—literally. If the music was too loud, he'd simply tell you that you were too old. He...

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08/06/2026

Opal P. Houser

Opal Houser, 100, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, at her home, August 5, 2026. She is survived by her daughters, Karla and Lisa Houser; adopted daughter, Heaven (Shane) Willhite; adopted son, Ben Woody; step-granddaughter, Izabelle Woody; great-grandson, Spencer; niece, Kenna (Mark) Matsui; nephew, Richard (Debbie) Hillman; and special friends, Sarah and Ron Glenn, and Paul Leicht. Opal was the beloved owner and matriarch of the Back Forty, affectionately known as Grandma Opal’s Restaurant. Services for Opal will be...

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08/03/2026

Eldon Gannaway

Eldon Myrle Gannaway, son of Floyd Raymond Gannaway and Bessie Lee (Swindler) Gannaway, was born at home in Dunnegan, Missouri on August 1, 1931, and peacefully passed away on August 2, 2026, at the age of 95, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Those who knew Eldon will remember his kind heart, ornery sense of humor, and beautiful blue eyes. Eldon was raised in...

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08/03/2026

Let's rally together! It's our moment to pay tribute and commemorate Heather Marsalis’s remarkable journey! After dedicating more than 20 years of selfless devotion to our family and community, Heather is retiring and embarking on a new adventure! Join us at Rapps Barren as we bid her a fond farewell and wish her a joyous celebration!

07/31/2026

We would love for you to join us as we celebrate Heather’s retirement! Stop by Rapp's Barren Brewing Company Monday from 5-7 pm!

Seldom in life can one be happy and sad about the same event, but that is what is happening. Heather Marsalis, friend of so many, is retiring and relocating. The public is welcome to drop by to help …

07/27/2026

Dr. Douglas Marx

Dr. Douglas William Marx passed away on July 22, 2026, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, at the age of 76. Doug was born on June 4, 1950, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Arthur and Elaine (Dessommes) Marx. He served in the United States Army as a medic in Vietnam. When he returned, he met Dawn, and they were married in 1974. Doug graduated from McNeese State University in 1976. He graduated from Louisiana State University Medical School in New Orleans in 1980....

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07/27/2026

Shirley A. Byrd

Shirley Ann Johnson Byrd, 90, passed away at her home on July 25, 2026 in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born on November 22, 1935 in Alton, Missouri, to Everett and Nora Howell Johnson. Shirley is a graduate of Norfork High School, and was the builder of the Norfork Cafe. She served for many years on the Baxter County Quorum Court and was a deputy assessor for years before retiring in 1997. Shirley was known for her love of the...

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07/24/2026

Donna "Memaw" Hyde

Donna “Memaw” Hyde Whether you knew her as Memaw, Mom, Donna, daughter, sister, or friend, you were blessed to have Donna in your life. She had a heart full of love, a contagious spirit, and a way of making everyone around her feel like family. In her younger years, she made Spring River her second home—a place of laughter, floating, and treasured memories. Later in life, she made her home in Mountain Home, Arkansas, where she continued to love the...

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07/24/2026

Richard "Rick" Earl Willoughby

Richard “Rick” Earl Willoughby, passed away on July 21, 2026 at his home in Bull Shoals, Arkansas at the age of 73. Rick was born on February 28, 1953 in Butte, Montana the son of John and Betty Jean Little Willoughby. Rick was 17 when he joined the U.S. Navy to serve in the Vietnam War. He later worked as a heavy duty tire technician for many years. Rick met the love of his life, Sharon Motarie, and they were...

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