All Obituaries

James Robert “Jim Bob” McCormick, a cherished member of the Crossett community, passed away on September 21, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on April 28, 1932, and throughout his long and fulfilling life, he left an indelible mark on the lives of countless individuals. Jim Bob's journey began in Crossett, Arkansas, where he graduated from Crossett High School in 1951. He was deeply committed to his faith and was a devoted member and former deacon of the First Baptist...

Deborah Marie Forrest, 75, of Parkdale, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at her home.  She was born the only daughter of seven children on June 25, 1948, in Sulligent, Alabama, and spent most of her life in Ashley County. Debbie was a member of Ross Van Ness Community Church in Eudora.  She served as the song leader and former secretary, demonstrating her commitment to her church and her love for music and fellowship. In her professional life, Debbie dedicated...

Todd Glen McClain, 63, of Crossett, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023.  He was born on June 24, 1960, to his parents, R.E. and Nora Cunningham McClain, was a lifelong resident of Ashley County, and served honorably in the U.S. Army National Guard. For many years he worked at the Berry Meat Packing Plant then went on to finish out his career at Ram-Fab in Crossett. Todd enjoyed camping, fishing, and tinkering with small engines and other things. He was a quiet man with a big...

David Andrew "Andy" McCay, 65, of Crossett, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023.  Andy was born on April 4, 1958, to his loving parents, Samuel and Betty Townsend McCay, and was a 1976 graduate of Crossett High School. Andy worked at Hood Packaging (formerly known as Bemis Bag Co.) for over three decades.  His role as father and provider was paramount in his life, instilling values of hard work and determination in his children and leaving an indelible mark on their...

Brady Wayne Parker, 86, of Crossett, AR passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on September 7, 2023. He was born in Harrell, AR in Calhoun County on July 1, 1937, to Ellis and Mary Thompson Parker. Brady graduated from Harrell High School before going to work for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Camden and later retired from the Georgia-Pacific Extrusion Plant after 33.5 years of service. He was a member of West Crossett Missionary Baptist Church.   Along with...

Ethan Earl Martin, 19, of Crossett, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023.  He was born on November 24, 2003, and was a 2022 graduate of Crosstimbers Academy in Weatherford, Texas. He worked alongside his father at L. A. Construction, and was a hard worker, intelligent, and very ambitious. Ethan’s character was a beautiful blend of strength and outgoingness, a testament to his strong-willed nature.  He had a zest for life that was infectious. He cherished the thrill of...

Brenda Gayle Booker, age 74, formerly of Crossett, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at the Belvedere Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hot Springs, AR. She was born on March 9, 1949, in Crossett to Billy Charles and Verda Mae Booker. She was a 1968 graduate of Crossett High School, a past member of Beulahland Assembly of God Church in Crossett and was a retired custodian at the Fountain Lake School District.  Brenda found pleasure in doing interior decorating and...

Richard “Dickie” Bates, 96, of Crossett passed away on August 19, 2023.  He was born on October 2, 1926, in Hamburg, Arkansas and was a 1944 graduate of Hamburg High School.    Known to be a peacemaker, Dickie was a man of faith and remarkable character, and his life journey was a testament to the values of service, faith, and community.  A true patriot, Dickie served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War Conflict while...

Mary Frances Douglass Savage, 86, of Crossett, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.  She was born in Monticello, Arkansas on July 6, 1937, to her parents, Gus Osborn and Frances Robertson Douglass, was a 1955 graduate of Dermott High School and a member of the First Baptist Church of Fountain Hill. Raised in a household shaped by the values of her Southern Baptist preacher father and schoolteacher mother, Mary's faith and compassion shone brightly throughout her life.  Her...

Phillip Ronald Clark, age 73, a resident of Bastrop, Louisiana, passed away on July 31, 2023. He was born on November 7, 1949, in Crossett, Arkansas, was a 1967 graduate of Crossett High School, and a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. His professional journey led him to Georgia Pacific, where he worked as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician for ten years, and later to International Paper, where he served for an impressive twenty-eight years until the unfortunate closure of the...