Connie Gail Argent

Connie Gail Argent, 77, of Bull Shoals, Arkansas, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Bull Shoals. She was born on September 23, 1947, in Upland, California, to Gordon and Ida (Hollaway) Hill.

On October 20, 1990, Connie married the love of her life, Danny Argent, in Lucerne Valley, California. Connie dedicated her life to the restaurant industry, playing a pivotal role in opening Letty's Cafe-the first Mexican restaurant in the area. Later, she became the proud owner of Connie’s Cafe in Bull Shoals, where she quickly became a beloved and respected figure in the community. She made Bull Shoals her home in 1993 after relocating from Lucerne Valley.

Connie is survived by her devoted husband, Danny Argent of Bull Shoals, AR; her children: Gerald Whitman of Lakeview, AR, Lee (Melanie) Whitman of Bull Shoals, Nathan (Melissa) Argent of Fayetteville, AR, Deanna Johnstone of Bull Shoals, Tracey Whitman of Bull Shoals, Angela (Darren) Vaughn of Harrison, AR, and Amy (Goldy) Youngblood; her brother, Rynn (Lynn) Hill of Apple Valley, CA; and her sister, Darla (Larry) Suttle of Oakland, AR. Connie leaves behind a legacy of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren-too many to count-each of whom brought joy to her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Gwendolyn Hill; her daughter-in-law, Tenaya Whitman; her son-in-law, Steve Johnstone; and her grandson, Stephen “Bubba” Johnstone.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel in Bull Shoals. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 11, 2025, also at Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel, with Brother Noel Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Baxter Memorial Gardens in Mountain Home, AR.

Pallbearers will be Gerald Whitman, Lee Whitman, Eric Whitman, Rynn Hill, Cory Whitman, and Adam Whitman. Honorary pallbearers include Nathan Argent, Sean Whitman, Larry Suttle, and Darren Vaughn.

Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services of Bull Shoals, Arkansas. To view the online obituary or sign the guestbook, please visit www.kirbyandfamily.com.