Denise "Nan" Veteto

Denise "Nan" Veteto

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31

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3:30 p.m.

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1728 E. Mission Blvd, Fayetteville, AR

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Denise Veteto Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Epting Funeral Home - Fayetteville on Mar. 30, 2026.
Denise "Nan" Veteto, age 63 of Fayetteville, Arkansas passed peacefully on Thursday, March 26th after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on February 6th, 1963 in Oceanside, California, Nan was the daughter of Shirley and Lee Veteto. She grew up on Marine Corp bases, including Karachi, Pakistan, eventually returning to her family's roots in Paragould, Arkansas where she graduated High-School.
As a stay-at-home mother, many days were devoted to nurturing and protecting her children. Her favorite songs and artwork filled their home. A free spirit at heart, she was often drawn beyond the rhythms of home life, seeking adventure and connection. The pull of waves and flowing water resonated with her and she found a sense of peace exploring creeks, swimming in lakes, floating rivers, and lying on beaches. She will be most remembered for her humor, resilience, and enduring kindness.
Proceeded in death by her parents, grandparents, son Jesse Gibson, and nephew Joshua Veteto.
Nan is survived by her daughter Sarah Gibson Peace (Husband Marc and sons William, Ryan, & Thomas); daughter Anna Gibson (Partner Morgan Box and his son Lance); son Lonnie Easley; grandsons Aiden & Emmett Gibson; brother Mike Veteto (Wife Glenda), nieces Christina Harrison & Tammarian Rodriguez; and many loving aunts and cousins.
Graveside service will be held Tuesday, March 31st at 3:30pm at Fairview Memorial Gardens, 1728 E. Mission Blvd, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The family would like to express thanks for the wonderful care provided by Edgewood Health & Rehabilitation Center and Circle of Life Hospice. Memorials may be made to Circle of Life or to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

31

Graveside service

3:30 p.m.

Fairview Memorial Gardens

1728 E. Mission Blvd, Fayetteville, AR

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