Joan Marie Flowers, 82, of Van Buren, passed away Friday, May 11, 2018 in a local hospital. She was the owner of Joni's Linen Outlets in Fort Smith, Van Buren and Farmington. She had been a resident of Van Buren since 1991 and attended St. John’s Episcopal Church in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

She is survived by a daughter Robin Plummer of Van Buren; two sons Steve Wilkins and Jeff Wilkins of Orlando, Florida.

Memorial service will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, May 14, 2018 at St John’s Episcopal Church in Fort Smith, Arkansas. with visitation to follow.

Memorial contributions may be to the Hope Humane Society, 3800 Kelley Highway, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901.

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