Fleta Ferne Overstreet

Fleta Ferne Overstreet, 87, of Fort Smith, passed away on April 11, 2018. She was born to, Henry and Thelma Baker, on February 28th 1931. Fleta took care of their home, and her late husband, James took care of the farm. She is survived by her daughters; Anita Overstreet, of Fort Smith, and Joyce Overstreet, of California, and a son Russell Overstreet, of Texas. In addition, she is survived by three sisters; Frances Tenhet, Arlene Craig, and Jessie Starcher, and her brother Glenn Baker.

She is preceded in death by two sons, Robert and Ronald Overstreet, two sisters; Julia Breckenridge and Helen Caudle. She leaves 15 grandchildren, and many great grandchildren, and great- great grandchildren, to carry on the family. Services will be held on Monday, at 11am, at Fentress Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow, at the Fort Smith National Cemetery. Pallbearers are Devon, Marvin, Marcus, Gary Jr., Andrew, and James Jr.

The family will greet friends, at Fentress Funeral Home, from 2pm until 4pm on Sunday.

Memorials may be sent to: Spina Bifida Association, 1600 Wilson Blvd. Suite 800, Arlington, VA 22209