Victoria Ruth Kimbell

Victoria Ruth Kimbell obituary, Springdale, AR

Victoria Ruth Kimbell

Victoria Kimbell Obituary

Visit the Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home - Springdale website to view the full obituary.

Victoria Ruth Kimbell, age 70, of Springdale, AR, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025. 


Victoria was born September 20, 1954 in Hobbs, New Mexico, the daughter of Herbert Jefferson “Buddy” Bruton and Patsy Ruth (Thompson) Bruton.

Victoria was a graduate of the University of Arkansas and had worked for many years as an auditor for PRG Schultz. She enjoyed knitting and was a member of the Loving Stitches Knitting Club. Victoria was very involved in the “Right to Life” organization for many years. She was a member of Christ Church NWA in Fayetteville.

Victoria is survived by her mother, Patsy Ruth Bruton; her daughter, Elissa Bostian and husband Cary; sons, Matthew Kimbell and wife Megan and Andrew Kimbell; brothers, Ron (Rosemary) Bruton and Jeff (Lori) Bruton; 2 grandchildren, Elijah and Amelia; her Uncles  Bobby Wallace and Bill Bruton; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Victoria was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Jefferson “Buddy” Bruton, and her husband Dr John Kimbell.

Per Victoria’s wishes, cremation was chosen.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1PM on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Christ Church NWA, 4201 N Shiloh Drive, Fayetteville, AR.


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home - Springdale

2230 N Thompson, Springdale, AR 72766

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