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Harry E. Crossett, Sr.
June 6, 1926 - September 4, 2017

Harry E. Crossett, Sr.

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Harry E. Crossett, Sr. of Monticello died September 4, 2017 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, AR at the age of 91 years. He was born on June 6, 1926, in Pine Bluff, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Thelma Crossett and brothers, Richard and Andy Crossett.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Floy Mae of Monticello; one sister, Mamie Carter of Dardanelle; three sons, Harry, Jr. (Becky) of Batesville, Jim (Cookie) of Monticello, and Randy (Kathy) of Bryant; one daughter, Brenda Carothers (Ron) of LaGrange, GA; and a grandson raised as a son, Ben Crossett (Jennifer) of Stuttgart. Grandchildren are Scott Crossett, Joseph Crossett, Leah Cook, Cara Hume, Patrick Lewis, and Hannah Box. He is also survived by 14 great grandchildren.

As soon as he turned 18, he enlisted and proudly served in the 101st Airborne Paratrooper Division of the United States Army during World War II. He was a faithful member of Monticello First Baptist Church. His career with Bell Telephone Company spanned 50 years. His lifelong passion for anything equine led to many special friendships developed through showing his Tennessee Walking Horses.

Graveside Service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Oakland Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.

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Graveside Service
Thursday, September 7, 2017
at 11:00 a.m.
Oakland Cemetery
N. Hyatt
Monticello, AR  71655
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Interment
Oakland Cemetery
800 North Hyatt St.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Condolences(48)

  1. Maury Joe
    Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, September 19, 2017 I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Harry while working for SWBT early in my career. A fine man that will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to the family.
  2. Marijo Pruett Miles
    Springfield, TX Saturday, September 16, 2017 So very sorry for the recent death of your husband , father and great father. Words came never express the loss of a loved one. May Mr Harry Rest In Peace.
  3. JACKIE BECKHAM
    OT SPRINGS, AR Tuesday, September 12, 2017 I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR DAD . MAY THE GOOD LORD WATCH OVER ALL OF YOU JIMMY, HARRY AND RANDY IN YOUR LOSS .MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUA FRIEND ALWAYS.
  4. Kate Walsh
    , MO Saturday, September 9, 2017 Mr. Harry was a wonderful man and a good friend to my mother. He helped me to cope with her passing by teaching me how to ride horses. I will always appreciate his kindness and I extend my condolences to all of his family. He will be missed!
  5. Ricky/ Linda Bates
    Warren, AR Thursday, September 7, 2017 Just found out about Mr. Harry!He was a wonderful man with the
    biggest smile everytime we saw him! He will be greatly missed!
    LOVE and PRAYERS,Linda and Ricky
  6. Rick
    Henderson, TX Thursday, September 7, 2017 A man that always had a smile on this face and a positive outlook of life. I always got a charge out of him and his outlook at life. Will be greatly missed.
  7. Joe & Helen Guenter
    Monticello, AR Thursday, September 7, 2017 Jim & Cookie,
    We are thinking of you and praying for you and your family at this time. We are here if you need anything. J&H
  8. Alice Trantham Hill
    , AR Thursday, September 7, 2017 Jim, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
  9. Julie Swipe Keeney
    Hot Springs, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 I am so, so sorry to hear about Harry's death. Some of my most wonderful and fond memories as a little girl were of himand the time spent at your home. I loved how he would give us telephone cables so we could have all the colorful wires to make jewelry. And how we would go out and help feed the horses. I was always so excited for him to come home after work and pull into the driveway in his work truck. He always had a smile and a huge hug. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all....as I looked at the list of family members I remembered almost every name! My sweet "Floor Mae" ---as we always called you---please know you both were always just like grandparents to us. And even though we haven't seen you in years I have a heart filled with love for you and your family. Please know I will be there tomorrow in spirit and will be thinking of you. May the Lord give you peace and comfort. I know we will see Harry again in Heaven....until then he will be riding horses......I am sure. Love you all very much!!!!----Julie Swope Keeney
  10. Jerry and Myrle Swope
    Cabot, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 We will keep you all in our prayers. Harry and Floyd Mae have always been special to our family and especially Julie and April! They were their very first babysitters. Harry had such a full life. Floy Mae, we love you and will be lifting you in prayer. Love to you all! Jerry and Myrle
  11. Tommy & Emily Turner
    , TX Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Ben,
    So sorry to hear about Pappaw passing away. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Sincerely,
    Tommy and Emily Turner
  12. Robyn McMurry
    Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 You know your dad was a special person. If you knew him, you felt like he was a good friend. I got to know Harry years ago when he gave church kids rides on his horse. From then on I really enjoyed seeing him at church and at WalMart. He was always smiling and had a gleam in his eye. Johnny has said he was one of his favorite people. He "really loved the man". We will miss , Mr. Crossett.
  13. Kenny Spence
    Magnolia, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Very good man, father, & friend. He will be messed by all. Sincere condolences to the family.
  14. Sherry Carson
    Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Sending sincere sympathy and prayers! Mr. Harry was such a good, kind man and so gracious every time I saw him. I loved hearing about his horses and dogs. May God comfort and strengthen you all is my prayer! Sherry Carson
  15. Leroy Cortez
    lacey, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Jim sorry for your loss. RIP old friend.
  16. Janice Gladden Wiggam
    Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 What a great legacy Mr. Crossett leaves! Always cherish the wonderful memories you shared together. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray God gives you peace and comfort.

    With love & sympathy,
    Janice
  17. Marvin Norton
    Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 I was proud to count him as a friend. He will be missed.
  18. Jr and Winford Lankford
    Hamburg, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 So very sorry for your loss. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
  19. Ted Scallion
    , AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 I'm sorry for your loss.
  20. Dorothy McWhorter
    Ft. Worth, TX Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Sadly, this country has again lost one of our finest, a former member of the 101st. Airborne Division.
  21. David and Sharon Crossett
    Centerton, AR Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Uncle Harry will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him. We are so sorry for your loss, and praying for you all in the days and weeks to come.
  22. Jill Pemberton
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you always.
  23. MARY MCHAN
    Columbia, TN Tuesday, September 5, 2017 FLOY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD COMFORT THE FAMILY.
  24. Butch and Judy Selig
    Benton, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 To all the family:
    Mr. Harry was such a fine man, and we will miss his kind words and pleasant smile. Our prayer is that you all will be comforted by your precious memories.
    With sincere sympathy,
    Butch and Judy
  25. Butch and Judy Selig
    Benton, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 To all the family:
    Mr. Harry was such a fine man, and we will miss his kind words and pleasant smile. Our prayer is that you all will be comforted by your precious memories.
    With sincere sympathy,
    Butch and Judy
  26. Alvin and Irma James
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 To family: Our thoughts are with you. Always a pleasant encounter when visited with Mr. Harry. So friendly and a kind person. Know he will be missed.
  27. Joe & Pat West
    Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 We have lost contact over the years but please know our prayers are with you and the family during your time of loss. Love to all. Joe and Pat West
  28. Steve Davis
    Branson, MO Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Dear Family,
    Seem to be without words for this note. You have been a part of our family my whole life, espically the past few years. Harry and Flo always seemed to be there when needed. The love I've seen you show has amazed me. Just as it said in moms program when she passed, you were her/our family as well. Going to miss all of Harry's horse stories and saying, wait, wait now wait a minute. Flo May and mom talked every day and thats something I know I miss is hearing and keeping up with everyone from the stories of the two talking. Praying for peace and comfort during this time, but moreso in the days to come. Much love Steve or as Cookie says...Little stevie!
  29. Jacob Adcock
    Rogers, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Hated to hear the news about Mr. Crossett. He was one of those men that always had the time to share a story and give you a great big smile...thinking of the family!
  30. Brenda G. Lipton
    , AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 My dad, P.Q. Gardner, thought a lot of Mr. Harry & especially enjoyed attending Bro. Dodson's Sunday school class with him at First Baptist Church. You have my sympathy & prayers.
  31. John & Paige (Hill) Stell
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 You are all in our thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead. He will be missed by many. Cherish your memories.
    Love, John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake, & Jared
  32. Kevin
    Ft Worth, TX Tuesday, September 5, 2017 I'm very sorry to hear of Harry's passing. He was a good neighbor and friend for many years.
  33. ricky and Lynn King
    tyro, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 first of all to MS Floy ,Jim ,Butch and the rest of the family we want to thank you for sharing your wonderful father with us though out the years . Mr. Harry Was a great role model for all of us to live by, he was a great Christian ,a wonderful family man, great horseman and even better friend to those who knew him. We love and miss him and will never forget all the wonderful times we shared at those great horseshows...you guys are in our hearts and our prayers
  34. Leigh Diemer
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Thoughts and prayers with your family. Mr. Crossett was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
  35. Crystal Dumond Smith
    Cushing, OK Tuesday, September 5, 2017 So sorry for your loss Ben. We are praying for Gods comfort during this time of loss.
  36. Scott Hayes
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Ben and Coach Jim
    Sorry for loss. Your families are in our prayers.
  37. Edith Carter
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 just saw Mr. Crossett in Wal Mart a few days ago & chatted with him for a few minutes about the state horse show in Little Rock over Labor Day--I knew he had gave up riding back some time ago & he talked like he wouldn't be able to make the show this year, he worked on my phone lines many a time & was a very pleasant person to know & chat with. He will be missed by many & my prayers go out to the family at this time of sorrow. May he Rest In Peace!!!
  38. Kenneth Loveless
    Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Crossett's passing. He was a fine man.
  39. Andy Briant
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Mr Harry was a very nice man. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.
  40. Floyd/Leta Taylor
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Surprised and stunned to hear of Harry's death. Just saw him at Walmart not too long ago. So very sorry for your loss. I'm sorry we'll miss the funeral. We're in Florida awaiting Irma. Take care and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  41. Nancy Early
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 A bright spot in the service will be missing. We always hugged . I remember many, many years ago, there was a pair of cowboy boots at Trotters Dry Goods(special order from someone who then couldn't wear them), both Daddy and Harry saw the snakeskin boots. Both wanted them. Daddy bought them but Harry offered him money for them so he sold them to Harry. He'd always tell me about that . He loved those boots. He'll be greatly missed .
  42. MARK L. HAYNES
    monticello, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 MRS FLOY AND JIM AND OTHER FAMILY, WHAT A BLESSING TO HAVE YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER FOR ALL THESE YEARS. WHAT A GREAT LEGACY. MAY OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT IN THE DAYS AHEAD.
  43. Dennis Wells
    Springdale, AR Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Mr. Harry was a good man. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.
    Dennis Wells
  44. Kay McClain Worbingtgon
    Monticello, AR Monday, September 4, 2017 Dear Crossett Family, I am sorry for your loss! Mr. Harry was a Monticello icon and seemed 'forever young". I was privileged to know him and always enjoyed our visits when we met up at Wal-Mart. You all have my sympathy and prayers at this sad time.
  45. Gary Newton
    Monticello, AR Monday, September 4, 2017 Mr Harry will be missed by all who knew and loved him. I enjoyed working with him at Southwestern Bell for many years. He was always so kind to everyone. Praying for his family during this difficult time.
  46. Nancy jackson chacon
    Todos santos, bcs, mexico, CA Monday, September 4, 2017 Mr. Crossett was such a nice person and a friend to my dad, as they shared a love for Tennessee walking horses. My dad bought a horse from Mr harry, and changed all,of our lives. We all learned to ride and learned all about this breed of horses.. I remember mr. Crossett, and all of his family very fondly. May God bless you all. May you all find peace in your hearts. I share your grief in the loss of Mr. Harry.,
  47. Sarah Blackmon
    Monticello, AR Monday, September 4, 2017 I am saddened by the passing of Harry, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family. May God's love bring you comfort and peace.
  48. Audrey Dintelman
    Monticello, AR Monday, September 4, 2017 Mr. Harry was one of Monticello's most special people, he truly will be missed...
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