Petronella Johanna Wilhelmina Royal

She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a kind and loving friend to all who knew her. Oma came to the United States in 1966 and was so proud to become a citizen of the country she would call home for the next 50 years. She was a retired sales manager for Avon and former owner of The Professional Touch. She loved flowers and music and had many creative talents.

She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Thomas H. Royal, a daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Brad Baker of Fort Smith; a son, David Royal, of Fort Smith; Five grandchildren, Dalton Baker and fiancée Alexandra McMichael; Ian Baker, Kirstyn Baker, Natalie Royal and Liam Baker; One great-grandchild, Hayden Owen Baker; a brother, Jurg Lambrechts of Amersfoort, Holland and several very special nieces and nephews.

The family will have a private memorial and the body will be cremated under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. Her ashes will be taken to Holland where they will be scattered among her favorite childhood places.

Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception School, 223 South 14th, Fort Smith, AR 72901.