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Barbara Wendell of Benton

Barbara Wendell, 76, passed away at 12:37 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, 2017, at Helia Healthcare of Benton.

Mrs. Wendell's wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services will be conducted at a future date.

Barbara was born March 4, 1941, in Chicago, the daughter of Edward and Florence (Pankow) Dohr. She married Donald R. Wendell on Oct. 22, 1960, and he survives.

Mrs. Wendell was a full-time homemaker, and she was an avid collector. She enjoyed collecting angels and Native American collectibles.

Survivors include her loving husband of 57 years, Donald R. Wendell of Benton; daughter Audra Motter (Larry Keating) of Ingleside; granddaughter Krystle Motter of Round Lake; great-granddaughter Regan Starnes; brother Raymond Dohr of Benton; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Allen Dohr; and sister-in-law Marilyn Dohr.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK, 73123.

Leffler Funeral Home in Benton is in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences for the family or share memories of Barbara, visit lpfuneralhome.com.