Nancy Raye Townsend

Nancy Raye Townsend, 59, of Garfield passed away Friday, Nov. 11. She was born June 1, 1957 in Omaha, Neb., to Eva Reschke Smith and the late Darwin R. Smith. She enjoyed things from an earlier time including canning, quilting, embroidery, antiques and her animals. Her creations were always signed with her ‘Raye of Sunshine' signature. She cherished the time she shared with her family. Kids loved Nancy and she not only loved them, but loved making things magical for them! Survivors include her devoted husband, Jim Townsend of Garfield; her son, Aaron Townsend (Mary) of Gravette; her mother, Eva Smith of Rogers; her brothers, Timothy Smith (Misty) of Rogers and David Smith of Shawnee, Okla.; her sister, Sherry Pangle (Warren) of Bentonville; her grandchildren, Patience, Robert and Tyler Townsend of Gravette; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. tonight in the Chapel of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. The Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in the Chapel of Rollins Funeral Home. A private family interment will be held at a later time. Memorials are suggested to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Ark. 72762. Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. Online condolences may be expressed at www.RollinsFuneral.com.