Roy is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Becky Springer McCallie; one son, Wayne (Becky) McCallie of Arkansas City; one daughter, Carol (Eddie) Cruce of Monticello; grandchildren, Jason (Kirby) McCallie of Arkansas City, Blake McCallie of Russellville, McKinze James, Reuel (Kelsey) Cruce, Allison (Matt) Birch and five great grandchildren all of Monticello; three brothers, Ray (Cynthia) McCallie of Arkansas City, Dale (Lana) McCallie of Irving, TX, Don (Peggy) McCallie of Dittmer, MO, Judy (Frank) Appleberry of Tillar, Pat McCallie, and numerous nieces and nephews. Other survivors include lifelong friends, Dr. James and Johnnie Young of McGehee, and his dear caregiver, Keunna Thomas of Monticello.
Roy was a life long farmer, an avid hunter and a member of Arkansas City Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Roy served as a board member of Arkansas City School District, Desha County Farm Bureau and Farmers Butane. Roy was a 32nd degree Mason and a Gideon. He also served as a member of the National Guard and Desha County Sheriff's Patrol.
Condolences(17)
Sandra Meeks Hansen
Honolulu, HI Saturday, September 14, 2013 I'm very sorry to hear of Roy's passing. Sandralinda r. funderburg
monticello, AR Wednesday, September 11, 2013 becky,wayne and caroli am thinking of you'll may God bless during this sad timeLeon & Mary Faulkner & Family
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Sending kind thoughts and prayers from the Faulkner Family.Rhea LaGrone
, AR Wednesday, September 11, 2013 My deepest sympathy to the family and brothers of Roy. He was very caring person about his friends and family. He will be greatly missed.Kimberly Calvert-Gordon
LR, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 Sorry to hear of Mr. Roy's passing. I remember him from my childhood well. We would go over to the house now and again and see him around town. I had my first horseride ever there at their farm. Wherever we saw him he was always smiling.My Prayer is that the Good Lord comfort you all, especially Mrs. Becky, like only he can.
Bro.Ken & Sissy Roberts
Bassfield, MS Tuesday, September 10, 2013 We love all of you! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God give you peace strength for the days ahead.Marilyn Eldridge Braswell
DeWitt, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 Dear Becky and Family, You do not know me and I don't think we have ever met. But my dad , Howard Park Eldridge and granddad , Park Eldridge have know the McCallie Family ever since I can remember. They lived at Eldlridge Corner near DeWitt. I read of your lost in the paper this morn and I know that they would have lliked me to sent our sympathy to you and your family.May the Lord put his arms around you all and give you peace and comfort. Yours truly, Marilyn Eldridge Braswell, DeWitt
Tommy and Ann Wood
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 The family is in our thoughts and prayers.Earl Gober
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 Roy was a lifetime friend he was Saved so we didn't lose him; we know where he is and we'll meet again.Deepest sympathy and Prayers to Becky and Roy's family.
Earl Gober
Eddie and Patty Young
McGehee, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 We are so sorry for each of you in the loss of Roy. Know that your are in our prayers and thoughts. Know that God will give you the strength you need for each day.Love
Eddie and Patty Young
Will and Tonia Dumond
Dewitt, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family from ours.Sara Margaret McCallie DuMond
Dewitt, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 Very sorry for losskim Wells
, TX Tuesday, September 10, 2013 So sorry Becky. Will be praying for you and your family.Barbara McElroy
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 10, 2013 So sorry about Bro. Roy. He was a very nice person and will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family.Trudy and Wade Stringfellow
Monticello, AR Monday, September 9, 2013 Jason and Kirby - our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.Lori McCoy
Monticello, AR Monday, September 9, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss!! He was so sweet!! God bless Ms. Becky!!!R. Pettigrew
, CO Monday, September 9, 2013 With our deepest condolences.John 11: 1-44