Jean Baldwin's obituary , Passed away on May 6, 2026 in Alma, Arkansas

Jean Baldwin

May 14, 1939 - May 6, 2026 (86 years old)

Alma, Arkansas

Jean Baldwin's obituary , Passed away on May 6, 2026 in Alma, Arkansas
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Jean Baldwin

May 14, 1939 - May 6, 2026 (86 years old)

Alma, Arkansas

Jean Baldwin Obituary

We bid farewell to Jean Baldwin of Alma, Arkansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 6, 2026 at the age of 86. Jean touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jean Baldwin to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wayne Garrett and Grace Garrett (Jones); her husband Jimmy "Jim" Baldwin; her sister Beverly Garrett; her granddaughter Jessica Bridger; and her brother-in-law Charles Shaver.

She is survived by: her children, Gary Baldwin (Lisa) of Fort Smith, Greg Baldwin (Natali) of Newton, Kathy Beasley (Dave) of Oklahoma City, Kevin Baldwin (Robbi) of Oklahoma City and Sandie Branham of Alma, Arkansas.; her sister Annette Shaver of Kansas City, Missouri; and her aunt Dorthy Jones of Columbia, Missouri. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 15th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home (4100 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Chapel (4100 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956). A burial will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at the Oak Cemetery (522 Garland Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901).



Fri

May 15

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home
4100 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956

Sat

May 16

Funeral service

1:00 PM

Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Chapel
4100 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956

Sat

May 16

Burial

Oak Cemetery
522 Garland Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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