He was the middle son of D.L. & Ancy Mae (Burch) McKiever. He was partners in the family business McKiever Packing Company which operated with his parents and two brothers for 60 plus years and is still in operation. Garel affectionately known as "Pop Mac" was an avid cattleman and loved attending many weekly auctions and Registered Angus Specialty sells. His greatest joy was attending rodeos and various athletic competitions his children and grandchildren were involved in, he was always cheering and encouraging loud as possible. Mac was a 1965 Graduate of Drew Central Schools, he received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Agricultural Business class of 1970 at Arkansas A&M currently known as The University of Arkansas @ Monticello, and was a member of the Theta XI Fraternity. He is a long time member of Prairie Grove Baptist church and on January 15, 2017 he rededicated his life at Mountain View Baptist Church where he enjoyed attending with his very special friend Carolyn.
Garel was proceeded in death by his loving wife of 30 years Betty Wylie McKiever, his parents D.L. & Ancy Mae (Burch) McKiever and a grandson McKiever Lee Burchett. He is survived by a son Bret Lee McKiever (Alidya) of Lockesburg AR., a daughter Stacy Lee McKiever Janes (Brandon) of DeQueen; two brothers, Donald McKiever and wife Tona of Monticello and Dale (Bimbo) McKiever of the Prairie Grove community; 6 grandchildren Breannah Linely, Mayson McKiever, Carson McKiever, Tori Janes, Braylee Janes, & Bryndle Janes. He also leaves behind a very special and caring companion Carolyn McKinney and her children and grandchildren who held a very special place in his heart.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Prairie Grove Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening, April 18, 2017 at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Woody Thomas
Little Rock, AR Saturday, July 15, 2017 So sorry to hear about Mac. I was in Army Reserves with him long ago and was so happy when he called me a few years ago telling me about his life. He was indeed a good friend, and he talked a good bit about his family . Wish you well.Julie Allen
Sheridan, AR Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Love and prayers for Mac's family!Julie
Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Dale, sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Prayers for you and your family.Dennis Wells
Lisa Dorse
De Queen, AR Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Stacy, please know that our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Cling to your wonderful memories and trust God to comfort abd guide you every day. I'm so sorry.....love you!!!!Barbara Benton
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Stacy, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Ricky and Lynn King
tyro, AR Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Sure hated to hear about Mac. He was truly one fine man .Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you during this timeChasity carver
Lockesburg, AR Monday, April 17, 2017 I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll keep all in my prayers.Jr and LouAnn Lankford
Hamburg, AR Monday, April 17, 2017 So sorry for your loss. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.Sandra Dawn Cockerham
Clarksville, TX Sunday, April 16, 2017 So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 15, 2017 I am so sorry to hear of Garel's death. I have known him since elementary school at Drew Central. His family has my sympathy and prayers. May God comfort you at this sad time.linda funderburg
monticello, AR Saturday, April 15, 2017 my condolence to the mckiever family.God blessKay Dishongh Duggan
De Queen, AR Saturday, April 15, 2017 My thoughts and prayers will be in Monticello as this precious family lays their Dad to rest beside His wife and their Mother. I love you guys and pray God's amazing grace to cover you at this time and for the days ahead.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, April 15, 2017 I am so sorry to hear about Geral. He was such a fine gentleman, friend and loved by all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace at this time.With love & sympathy,
Janice