Beth Bean Otwell, age 56, of Amity, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
She was born on December 18, 1968 in Hot Springs. Beth was the daughter of Joe Ake Bean and Jane Boyd Bean. She was preceded in death by her father; her husband, Tom Otwell; her brother, Brad Bean; and her son, Kaul Lambert.
Beth was a Christian in her faith. She lit up every room she was in and her first priority was always taking care of others. She had an amazing work ethic and loved all animals. Beth was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, and friend and she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her mother, Jane Bean; her three children, Talan Otwell, Orran Otwell, and Athan Lambert all of Amity; and several nieces, nephews, extended family members and a host of wonderful friends.
Pallbearers will be Lenon Main, Bobby King, Dan Elam, Scott Cook, BJ Johns, and Kevin Moss.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Greg King, Thomas Garner, and Tim Robertson.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Smith Family Funeral Home Chapel- Glenwood.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Smith Family Funeral Home Chapel- Glenwood with Bro. John McAnally and Bro. Kevin Moss officiating.
Interment will be held at Alpine Cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
209 North 3rd Street, Glenwood, AR 71943
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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