He was a retired supervisor in the Dye Department at Burlington Industries and was of the Baptist faith. Phil enjoyed fishing and was an avid sportsman. He played basketball, softball and baseball. He refereed many basketball games back in his younger days. He was a kind and loving husband, daddy, brother, papaw and friend, always putting family first. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who loved him. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Coslin McCrory; a son, Ro McCrory; and one brother, Curtis McCrory.
Survivors include one daughter, Misty Wilhite and husband Damon of Monticello; one brother, Larry McCrory and wife Brenda of Faribault, MN; one grandson, Cody Wilhite of Starkville, MS; two granddaughters, Reese Wilhite and Addison Wilhite both of Monticello; sisters-in-law, Vivian Judkins, Regina Coslin and Paulette Burks all of Monticello; a special and beloved friend, Wesley Jones of Monticello; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; and his beloved dogs, Coco and Star.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow at Gaster Hill Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(10)
Sharon Parker Hayden
Springfield, MO Sunday, March 11, 2018 May the Lord embrace you in his arms and give comfort to your family.... My mother worked with you and loved you and your wife.... Rest in peace PhilBeth calhoun
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Misty, I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.With much love,
Beth Calhoun
Kenneth Williams
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Sorry for lost and may God be with your family in this time of need.John & Paige Stell
Monticello, AR Monday, March 5, 2018 Misty - you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. Love you all.Love, John, Paige & Boys
Linda Naron
Monticello, AR Monday, March 5, 2018 Misty, I am so sorry of the loss of your sweet Dad. I pray that you find comfort in God and your friends and family members. Linda naronKaron Beavers
Monticello, AR Monday, March 5, 2018 Misty and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Phillip's death. May the Lord hold you and your family close during this most difficult time. I am praying for you!Donna McDougald
, AL Sunday, March 4, 2018 Misty and family,so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Sunday, March 4, 2018 I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Phil for many years. He was a very kind man. Your family's in my thoughts & prayers.Sincerely,
Sharon
Donna F. Usry
, AR Saturday, March 3, 2018 Misty and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.Becky Peacock Wright
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 3, 2018 The last time I saw Mr McCrory I was giving him and Mrs McCrory food at the funeral home when Ro Passed I remember one thing all he wanted was the watermelon I enjoyed giving them the food his expression to me was a big Thank You may God surround this Family with understanding for the loss of The Father The Mother and The Son may they All Rest In Peace