Barbara Jean Parducci-Wetherell, who resided near Greenwood, Arkansas, died Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in a Fort Smith hospital. She was born on December 8, 1943, in Spokane, Washington, to the late William Shawgo and Lena Marie (Lundershausen) Shawgo. She was 81 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gary Wetherell; and three brothers, Jim Shawgo, Johnny Shawgo and Bill Shawgo.

For several years, Barbara was owner and operator of a gift shop. A couple of her favorite hobbies was collecting mice and angels. She loved being with her family and will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her children, Debbie Scroggins of Greenwood and Tim Parducci of Ukiah, California; (3) grandchildren; and (7) great-grandchildren.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Cremation Services in Fort Smith, 914 N. 32nd St. Fort Smith, AR  72903. (479) 434-3901 or (479) 965-8202

To place an online tribute, please visit www.brothertonbrothersfuneralhomes.com.