Maria Yolanda Neal, 72 of Fort Smith passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 in her home. She was born on December 24, 1946 in Victoria, Texas and was deeply loved by her large family. She was a great fighter and survivor and she will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her husband of forty years Clyde, step-son Ronnie Neal, son Albert Wilke; three daughters Betty Jo Tolbert, Loretta Sanders and Sherry Pound; ten grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren. There will be no formal service at this time.