Faye Laverne Counts Hiblong Obituary
The family of Faye Laverne Counts Hiblong (Benton, Arkansas) announces her passing on September 14, 2026. Faye, born on July 29, 1933, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Faye Laverne Counts Hiblong or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John E. Counts and Myrtha Counts; and her husband Howard Hiblong. She is survived by: her children, Barbara Alexander (Gary), David Hiblong (Vickie) and Lisa Smith (Jerry); her grandchildren, Paige Brown (Jeff), Jeff Alexander, Paul Hiblong (Jordan), Mark Hiblong (Allison), Crissy Nichols (Don), Ross Smith (Bailey) and Bryce Smith; her great grandchildren, Josh Brown, Giovanni Hiblong, Ethan Nichols, Jenna Alexander, Ruth Hiblong, Patrick Hiblong, Miller Hiblong, Lewis Smith, Lexi Smith and Evelyn Nichols; her sister Linda Sue Masters (Don); her sisters-in-law, Kaye Counts, Eloise Pledger, Rose Hiblong and Betty Jean Counts; and her siblings, Carl, Ken, Curt, Betty, Loy, Bill and Bob Counts. She is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 21st 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Smith Benton Funeral Home (322 N Market St, Benton, AR 72015). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
