Obituary

Mildred G. Ward

Age 88, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born February 11, 1933 in Greenville, Alabama, the daughter of Nolan and Luermyrl (Peterson) Barrington.

She was raised on a the farm in Marlow, Oklahoma. She married her first husband and traveled the United States working in the oil fields. Moving to Northwest Arkansas in the mid 60's and found Prairie Grove in 1969 and has called it home ever since.

Mildred was a member of the New Sulphur Freewill Baptist Church in Prairie Grove. She retired from Campbell Soup after 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one infant brother, one brother Ezra "Slim" Barrington and one grandson Lance Benton.

Survivors include two sons Bryan Thomas and his wife Patty of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and Linzle Thomas and his girlfriend Sue of Witter, Arkansas; one daughter Janice Benton and her husband Eddie of Marlow, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren Kayla Jung and her husband Dakotah, Amy Blake and her husband Spencer, Ashley Benton, Bethany Thomas, Jeffrey Thomas and his wife Brandi, Katelynn Thomas and Ryan Thomas; and nine great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, January 14th, 2022, at Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral Service

2:00 pm
Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 76, Space 25
General

Feb 11, 1933

Jan 12, 2022

88

Tributes

One of my favorite people in the world. I will miss her.
Larry Oelrich - Friend
Mildred was a wonderful person! She always had a smile and a hug for me. I loved visiting with her and also worshipping in church with her. Prayers in the loss of your mom, etc.
Brenda Maddan - friend
Mildred was the sweetest and kindest lady! Always had a hug and a smile for everyone she knew! Heaven has gained a beautiful angel!??
Jeannie Moffett - Friend
Mildred was a nice lady and friend. She will be missed.
Jerry Davis - Friend
Funeral Service

2:00 pm
Prairie Grove Cemetery Pavilion.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 76, Space 25
General

Feb 11, 1933

Jan 12, 2022

88