Wilma Balch's obituary , Passed away on February 10, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas

Wilma Balch

February 6, 1940 - February 10, 2026 (86 years old)

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Wilma Balch's obituary , Passed away on February 10, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas

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Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes

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Wilma Balch

February 6, 1940 - February 10, 2026 (86 years old)

Fort Smith, Arkansas

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Wilma Balch Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Wilma Balch of Fort Smith, Arkansas, who passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Wilma Balch or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lester Bailey and Emma Bailey; her former husband Gary Fisher; and her second Steve Balch. She is survived by: her daughter Barbara Balch; her grandchildren, Steve, Jake, Rebecca, Michael, Laura, Zachary, Ryan, William, Nathan, Marissa, Myriah, Malia, Maelle, Janesleigh, Josie, Stephanie, Stephen, Steven and Aaron; her great grandchildren, Rhys Fisher, Silas Fisher, Levi Fisher, Haddie Fisher, Lucy Wise, Wyatt Wise, Tytus Wise, Lydia Wise, Graham, Hadley, Ruth, Noah, Henry, Garrison, Maximus, Kendrick, Carmelo, Khaleb, Aiyana, Amaya, Ella Shelton, William and Mason; Danny Fisher, Johnny Fisher and Richy Fisher.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes



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Community Bible Church
9201 Dallas St, Fort Smith, AR 72903

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