Douglas Elsworth Bakko, (U.S. Navy, retired), 90, founder of Heber Springs Humane Society, died November 1, 2010. Wife, Betty Lou Ann Bakko; daughters, Gayle Murken, Judith Cox, Susan Chamberlin, Janet McLaughlin; nine grandchildren, several great-grandchildren. Memorial service Thursday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m., Olmstead Chapel. Military honors American Legion Honor Guard. Reception immediately following at First Presbyterian Church. Memorials: Heber Springs Humane Society, P.O. Box 401, Heber Springs. www.olmstead.cc.

Published November 5, 2010