Euleta Ruth McCarley

Euleta Ruth McCarley, 85, died June 5, 2026. Born July 5, 1940, Mathews, MO to Weid and Elsie Urich. Euleta’s life was marked by steady devotion to others and a quiet strength that showed itself in countless thoughtful ways. She resided in Lowell, Arkansas.

From her earliest days—Euleta carried forward a faithful spirit that remained a guiding presence throughout her life. In the ways she listened, cared, and showed up for those around her, she was deeply beloved, offering compassion not as a gesture, but as a consistent way of living.

Euleta dedicated herself to caring for others through her work in nursing, graduating as an LPN Nurse in 1980. Her professional path reflected the same considerate attention and tender concern that shaped her relationships and her home, leaving an enduring impression on those who knew her.

She was preceded in death by parents Weid and Elsie Urich; her husband Jerry Carter (deceased 2007) and Bill McCarley (deceased 2013). She was also preceded in death by siblings Carter Urich (deceased); Verneal Hulling (deceased); Leslie Urich (deceased); Mary Mae Johnson (deceased); and Bennie Urich (deceased), as well as her grandson Andrew Howard (deceased). She is survived by her sibling, Wilma Gregg.

Euleta is survived by her children: Gary Carter (Pam) of Gravette, AR; Debbie Deatherage (Jerry) of Noel, MO; Jon Carter (Becky) of Bentonville, AR; and Renee Smith (Craig) of Bentonville, AR. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Jared Carter; Trent Carter; Austin Parker; Lexi Goleman; Joshua Howard; Kimberlee Caldwell; and 7 great grandchildren.

A good christian lady, Euleta was a member of Calvary Church in Bentonville, and found joy in singing and playing the piano, and treasured time spent with family. In those simple, meaningful moments—music shared, conversations lingered over, and time given freely—her thoughtful nature and compassionate heart were most clearly felt, forming a legacy of faith and love that will be remembered with gratitude.