He was a graduate of Arkansas A&M University (now UAM) with a BS Degree in Agriculture, was retired from the National Resources Soil Conservation Service (NRCS), a United States Army Veteran and attended First Assembly of God Church. He also raised chickens for Tyson for ten years. Bobby enjoyed fishing, squirrel hunting, raising his cows, gardening and going to UAM and Star City Bulldog football games. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, John Gary Crain.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Beverly Whitaker Crain of Selma; eight children, Penny (Phillip) Martin of Crossett, Melanie (Tony) Brotherton of Florence, Lisa (Scott) Paden of Little Rock, Dr. Jana Crain of San Francisco, CA, Tony Hood of Selma, Jason (Brandy) Crain of Benton, John Crain of Washington, DC and Julie Crain of Little Rock; nine grandchildren, Ashley, Haley, Kaitlyn, Cheyenne, Layne, Aaron, Josh, Rebecca and Ben; and ten great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be 4:30 p.m. Sunday, September 12, 2021, at First Assembly of God Church with burial to follow in Tillar Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(19)
Jessica Williams
Star City, AR Wednesday, September 22, 2021 So sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Robert. He was such a sweet guy and would always come in to the bank and carry on a conversation with me . I will def miss seeing him.Mac Johnson
Cincinnati, OH Monday, September 13, 2021 Sorry for your loss.Debra Marshall
Monticello, AR Monday, September 13, 2021 Julie, I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. Dads are so special. Love, hugs and prayers are being sent your way.Debra Marshall (Allison's Mom)
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, September 13, 2021 I am so sorry to read about Bobby. May God give you peace and comfort. With love & sympathy, Janice.Pat Mitchell
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 12, 2021 So sorry to hear of Bobby passing away. Prayers for everyone.Joyce and jerry smith
Monricello, AR Sunday, September 12, 2021 So sorry for your loss. Praying for you, Bev and all his children.Marshall Blasengame
Star City, AR Saturday, September 11, 2021 So sorry for your loss, Bob was a great person and I considered him my friend , Praying for family and friends, he will be missed !Marshall Blasengame
Star City, AR Saturday, September 11, 2021 So sorry for your loss, Bob was a great person and I considered him my friend , Praying for family and friends, he will be missed !wayne graves
, Saturday, September 11, 2021 sorry for your loss i went to school with bobbyRay and Kathy Linder
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 11, 2021 Our sympathy is extended to Beverly and the rest of the family in their loss of Bob. I worked with Bob for 30 years as a fellow employee. Bob always got the job done on time with excellent results. He provided good service to the public he served and took time to train our younger employees. He and I shared a common interest in hunting squirrels with dogs. We hunted together and I can attest to the fact that he was an excellent shot. We will miss him. God bless the family.Jimmy and Sandra Powell
Star City, AR Friday, September 10, 2021 So sorry to hear about Bob. Such a nice kind man anytime you saw him around Star City he was always so glad to see you. Our kids grew up playing sports together in Star City. Prayers for your familiesCarl Sivils Jr.
El Dorado, AR Friday, September 10, 2021 Aunt Bev,So sorry for your loss. Prayers are lifted for you.
Beth Feeser Langdon
Warren, AR Friday, September 10, 2021 Melanie and Family, so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you! May God give you comfort and peace.BASIL WHITAKER
Alexandria, LA Friday, September 10, 2021 Our heart goes out to you and everyone who loved Bobby. Praying for you and your family.Love you,
Basil, Glenda, and Sherri
LEON HOOD
ASHDOWN, AR Friday, September 10, 2021 To the family of "Bobby", Sorry for your loss. "Bobby" and I were friends thru work and with military service. Again sorry for your loss. Leon Hood, CSM, retired.LEON HOOD
ASHDOWN, AR Friday, September 10, 2021 To the family of Bobby, Sorry for your loss. Bobby and I were friends in work and military service. Again I am very sorry for your loss. Leon Hood, CSM retired.Edward Lee (Eddie) Tucker
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, September 9, 2021 Beverly,I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches each day for Carolyn. The only help is a grip from the Master's hand and his loving mercy.
Eddie
Cecil Graham
Kingsland, AR Thursday, September 9, 2021 So sorry for y’all loss. He was a great man. Prayers for y’all!Sarah Alice Spencer
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, September 9, 2021 I am so sorry for your loss, Bev. I am praying for you and the family.