Russell Doherty

Russell Doherty, 79 of Bearden, died Saturday, February 22, 2020 at his home. He was born January 1, 1941 in Bearden, Arkansas to the late E.J. and Eva Garner Doherty. He was also preceded in death by his wives Peggy Doherty and Shirley Doherty and his three sisters: Lela Bryant, Dixie Newton, and Frances Lewis.

He is survived by his children: Wayne (Marilyn) Doherty of Bentonville, Jay Doherty of Bearden, and Leanne (Joe) Ballard of Huntsville, Texas; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Visitation will be Sunday evening from 6PM until 8PM at Benton Funeral Home in Fordyce. Funeral services are 2PM Monday at the Benton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery near Bearden. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net .