Bruce Yandell Obituary
Bruce A. Yandell, 53 of Thornton died Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at his home. He was born on May 27, 1972 to Roy and Wanda.
He is preceded in death by his father, Roy Yandell.
He is survived by his mother, Wanda Arnold of Thornton; sister, Kimberly Ann Yandell of Pocahontas, AR; niece, Alyssa (Jimmy) Tyler of Success, AR; great nieces and nephews, Kyleigh, Kameron, Karter, and Kennedi; and a host of cousins.
Funeral services will be at a later date.
Arrangements are by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
501 West 4th Street, Fordyce, AR 71742
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