Melissa Dover-Johnson, 46, of Bentonville, died April 1, 2020 at Regency Hospital in Springdale.

She was born August 7, 1973 in Bentonville. She worked many years waiting table's at restaurants around Northwest Arkansas and was the owner and operator of The Country Cupboard in Rogers. She was a member and volunteer of the Riders United for Children (RU4C) often serving beverages at the AMP in Rogers. She was a friend to everyone she met, with the biggest heart for making a difference any way she could. Melissa could get along with anyone and tried to be a friend to anyone she met (strength, loyalty and hope was her code). She had a fearless fighter spirit and incredible will power no matter the odds. Melissa loved her family above all else and truly had a way with kids. A nurturer, protector who had fun enjoying the little things (music,singing and even capturing a few sunsets along the way). She is preceded in death by her mother, Charlotte Jean Dover.

Survivors are her father, Dewey Dover of Washburn, Mo.; her boyfriend, David Morgan of Bella Vista; five children, Colby Johnson (Lauren) of Gravette, Dakota Johnson and fiance (Emma Nilsson) of Fayetteville, Devan Johnson of Fayetteville, Shyla Johnson and Jett Johnson of Gravette; four siblings, Curtis Dover (Amanda) of Washburn, Wayne Dover (Misty Brown) of Jacket, Mo., Jeana Dover of Washburn, Roy Mulford (Shiela) of Cromwell, Ok.; two grandchildren, River and Olive Johnson.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are by Sisco Funeral Home in Pea Ridge.

Online condolences may be made at siscofuneralhome.net