Beverly Jean Macke

Beverly Jean Macke of Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at Heart of Hospice Unit in Fort Smith. She was born on November 28, 1954, in Fort Smith to the late Wade Ray Kelton and Doris Jean (Wallace) Kelton. She was 71 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Teresa Kelton; and three brothers, Carmon Kelton, Jimmy Kelton, and Tommy Kelton.

Beverly was an avid animal lover and had many friends. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her companion of 30 years, Carl Hoopaw; a son Todd Blanscet of Fort Smith; two sisters, Diana Sisk and husband Terry of Fort Smith and Shirley McAllister and husband Jose of Jacksonville, Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Cremation Services in Fort Smith, 914 N. 32nd St. Fort Smith, AR 72903. (479) 434-3901 or (479) 965-8202.

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