Marita Rose Needham Obituary
We bid farewell to Marita Rose Needham of Van Buren, Arkansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 26, 2026 at the age of 80. Marita Rose touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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, James Briley and Flossie Briley (Richmond); her son Brian Needham; and her siblings, Donna Bell and James Edward Briley.
She is survived by: her husband Arlis Needham; her son David Needham (Darlene); her grandsons, Taylor Needham (Melissa) and Logan Needham (Jamilyn); and her great grandchild Grayson Needham. She is also survived by other family members and numerous friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Donald W. Reynolds Cancer Support House at 3324 S. M Street, Fort Smith 72903 or http://www.reynoldscancersupporthouse.org. or the Arkansas Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association at 800-272-3900 or http://www.alz.org.
