In Loving Memory of Charity Beallis and Her Beloved Children A Community United in Sorrow, Searching for Answers, and Honoring Three Beautiful Lives Gone Too Soon
The tight-knit community of Bonanza is reeling with heartbreak as it mourns the tragic loss of 40-year-old Charity Beallis and her two young children, who were found deceased in their home on December 3, 2025. What began as a routine welfare check quickly unfolded into a devastating discovery that has shaken families, friends, and neighbors to their core.
At approximately 9:30 a.m., dispatchers received a request from concerned individuals asking officers to check on the occupants of a residence in the 1100 block of 1st Avenue. The call, directed to the Bonanza Police Department due to the home’s location within city limits, prompted officers to respond swiftly, with assistance from Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office deputies.
When officers arrived at the home, attempts to make contact went unanswered. With help from two workers who were present at the property, law enforcement entered the residence—only to find a scene that would forever change the community. Inside were the bodies of Charity Beallis and her two children, all showing what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
This tragic loss has left the entire region in grief. Charity was known as a loving mother, a devoted family member, and a kind-hearted woman whose warmth and presence lit up the lives of those around her. While the identities of the children have not been released, their absence is felt profoundly. Their bright futures, innocent laughter, and the love they shared with their mother will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew them.
The three victims were transported to the Arkansas Crime Lab in Little Rock, where autopsies will determine the exact causes of death and help guide investigators in uncovering the truth behind this devastating tragedy.
As the investigation presses forward, the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update underscoring the immense effort being poured into unraveling what happened. Since the investigation began, 12 search warrants are in process, and six have already been served, with more potentially forthcoming. Investigators have conducted numerous interviews, with several still pending, and an overwhelming number of tips—described as “voluminous”—continue to flood in.
This case has drawn support and attention from multiple agencies, reflecting the seriousness and complexity of the situation. In addition to the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office, Arkansas State Police, the Bonanza Police Department, the Greenwood Police Department, the Fort Smith Police Department, and the Sebastian County Prosecutor’s Office are all deeply involved. Surprising to many, federal agencies including the U.S. Secret Service and Homeland Security have also stepped in to assist—an indication of just how wide-reaching and meticulous the investigation has become.
At this time, no suspect has been named. Authorities emphasize that they are working around the clock to uncover answers, bring clarity to the grieving family, and ensure justice for Charity and her children.
For the people of Bonanza, the pain is fresh and overwhelming. Neighbors mourn not just the loss of three lives, but the sudden absence of a family that once filled their home with love, routine, and the everyday joys that bind communities together. The tragedy has united the region in grief, compassion, and determination to honor the memories of the victims.
In loving memory of Charity Beallis and her children—may their souls find peace, may their loved ones find strength, and may their community find healing as they navigate the difficult path ahead. Their lives, though cut short, will continue to inspire love, protectiveness, and the unyielding search for truth.
Charity, your warmth and devotion will never be forgotten.
To the children, your innocence remains a light in the hearts of all who grieve for you.
May the memories of this family live on—cherished, honored, and held close forever.