Carolyn Wray Shanks Obituary
The memory of Carolyn Wray Shanks of Springdale, Arkansas, who passed away on March 14, 2026 at the age of 91, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Buford Wray and Allie Bacon Wray; and her brothers, Billy Wray and Donald Edward "Buddy" Wray. She is survived by: her sons, Dewey (Julie) of Searcy, Ark., Allen (Leslie) of Springdale, Ark. and Stephen (Counts) of Springdale, Ark.; her grandchildren, Caroline, Meredith Shanks, Fred, Wilson Shanks, Counts Elizabeth, Allie and Stephen Jr. Shanks; and her sister-in-law Linda Wray (Ark) of Springdale. She is also survived by other loving family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Arkansas 72762.
