Jaci Barden Obituary

Jaci Barden, born on December 21, 1968 in Dermott, Arkansas, passed away on July 18, 2026. Jaci leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jaci Barden to pay them a last tribute.

She is survived by: her significant other Kwan Black; her parents, Suzanne Parker Lilley and Jack Engelkes (Cheryl); her siblings, Reggie Hidalgo (Kevin), Jonathan Engelkes (Julie), Nicole Hartz (Ben), Abby Richards (Mitchell) and Grace Mendez (Vitor); and her children, Nathan Thomas (Britney), Meaghan Barden, Hannah Barden, Savannah Bennett (Keyondre), Ethan Black, Andrew Black and Morgan Black. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren and was dearly loved by many extended family members, including aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

Memorial donations may be made in Jaci's honor to the CARTI Cancer Center or Forte Reach Ministries in Hattieville, Arkansas. The family has chosen to send donations to CARTIDonate Now (https://www.carti.com).