Donny Cartwright

Donny Cartwright of Green Forest, Arkansas was born May 1, 1949, in Bowie County, Texas to William and Martha Flanery later adopted by Louie and Doris Cartwright. Donny passed away on September 23, 2026, in Green Forest at the age of 77.

Donny dedicated 43 years of his life to Campbell Soup Company in Fayetteville. He began his career as a janitor, worked his way into the freezer department, and eventually became a skilled boiler operator. His strong work ethic was shaped early in life, spending long days in the fields with his family, picking cotton bolls and even sewing mustard when needed. Those early lessons in hard work and perseverance stayed with him throughout his life.

Donny had a true love for anything with wheels and an engine. He could spend hours working on cars, tuning them just right, and took great pride in showing them off at car shows. Racing wasn’t just a hobby for him, it was part of who he was, and he lived for the thrill of being on the track. When he wasn’t under a hood or behind the wheel, you could often find him fishing, enjoying the quiet and peace of the water. And at the end of the day, he loved settling in to watch his favorite westerns. These simple joys painted the picture of a man who appreciated hard work, good fun, and the things that made life feel full.

On September 19, 1969, Donny was united in marriage to Avonell, and together they shared 57 wonderful years. He is also survived by his grandson Daniel Cooper of the home; great grandson Jeremiah Cooper of Caddo Valley, Arkansas; sister Charlotte Edwards and husband Larry of Muldrow, Oklahoma; brothers-in-law Argie Carpenter, Jess Carpenter and wife Minni; many nieces, nephews other family members and friends.

Donny is preceded in death by his parents Louie and Doris Cartwright, William and Martha Flanery; daughter Carrie Cartwright Cooper, brothers Fonza Flanery, Billy Joe Flanery, Jerry Flanery Cartwright, William Glenn Flanery Jackson; sisters Patricia George, Betty Parnell, Margaret Reeder.