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James McCargo Obituary
U.S. ARMY, RETIRED
1931 - 2008James D. McCargo Sr., passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2008. Mr. McCargo was a member of The First Baptist Church in Foley, AL and Fishermen's Sunday School Class. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #15 in Pensacola, FL. He retired as a Commander of the 361st Civil Affairs of the U.S. Army Reserve and retired from Monsanto as a Superintendent. Mr. McCargo had a MBA Degree from The University of Florida.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Perry and Corra McCargo; his son, Michael Edward Moody; and a granddaughter, Melissa.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Phyllis Ladd Moody McCargo; his children, Gregory E. Moody and his wife, Ann, Deborah Moody, Sandra Sanders, Nancy Simpson, James D. McCargo, Jr. and his wife, Amy and John McCargo; fourteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his brother, Perry McCargo and his wife, Terry.
Pallbearers will be Doyle Griffith, Harold Lee, Bill Carroll, Rex Barrow, Milan Daughtery, Ernie Schwind, John Weimorts and members of his Fishermen's Sunday School Class.
Funeral Service will be at 9:15 a.m., Friday, January 25, 2008 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home with the Reverend Billy Nale officiating.
Interment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS, Pensacola, FL.
FAITH CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 100 Beverly Parkway, is in charge of arrangements.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, January 24, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Building Fund at The First Baptist Church in Foley, AL.
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Memories and Condolences
for James McCargo
Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)
July 8, 2021
Offering our sincere condolences on the passing of Col. Mc Cargo. We served together at Fort Bragg, NC. He was a very intelligent and great leader. May God be with him and his family.
Stuart Towns
February 4, 2008
I recall many fond and vivid memories of working with Jim in various capacities with the 361st Civil Affairs Brigade. Jim was a fine leader and great to work for and with. Everyone who knew him will miss him.
Etta Maureen Fuller
January 31, 2008
Phyllis & John,
May the lord comfort you at this time. His grace will lead you.
Nancy Simpson
January 30, 2008
Getting to spend the last 4 months with my father every day has meant more to me than anything else in this world. Yes, I lived with him most of my life, but I really got to know him more intimately these past months, and I am so grateful to God for allowing me that precious, unforgetable time.
I promise to do my best, Mac, in fulfilling your last dying request to your children! You were the very best DAD a girl could have ever prayed for! I love you and miss you so much it hurts, but I know you are healthy and happy now, running around with your family and friends who went before you...and yes, the most important one of all...Jesus, your Savior! I love you and will see you soon.
Tom Parker
January 29, 2008
Mrs McCargo, Greg, Debbie,Sandra, Nancy John and my brother Jim. Mac was such a wonderful man and he influenced me in many ways. I will always cherish the times that we spent with him. God bless you all and may he comfort you al in this time. Tom
Amy McCargo
January 28, 2008
Known as "Mac" by his friends and "Paw Paw" by his grandkids. We will never forget him and his love for his family.
His son, Jim, has lost his most cherished confidant and friend. You will be truly missed by him.
Your "little dudes" miss you too.
We know you are in a better place but this place was better with you in it!
Love always, Amy
Deborah Moody
January 28, 2008
Mom, I pray God will keep you in his loving arms at this time and always. Sorry I can't be with you but you are in my heart and prayers. I love you.
Deborah
Debbie Fuller - Montgomery
January 27, 2008
Phhyllis, John & family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. .
Mike & Terry Thompson
January 26, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. Mr. McCargo was obviously a dedicated military & family man. May God Bless all of you.
Gloria & Willem Travaille
January 25, 2008
Phyllis and family,
We, here in Kansas, want to express our sincere and deepest sympathy in the death of Mac. He was such a fine, kind man. A true gentleman and we will always remember him.
Paula Waller (Warren)
January 25, 2008
May God bless you and your family
in this time of sorrow. Phyllis, Please tell Deborah Hi for me. I would be their but I am working nights. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have always remembered you and your family.
Robert Gunter
January 24, 2008
Phyliss,I'm very sorry for your loss.Mac meant so much to me.I had surgery and can not drive,or I would be there. God Bless you and your family.
Bob & Joyce Gunter
Betty Perry
January 24, 2008
Phyliss, just to let you know I'm thinking of you & your family during this time and I know the Lord will give you strength to get through this.
Aaron & Stacy Austin
January 24, 2008
Amy, Aaron, Brandon and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and know how difficult a time like this is for all of you. We are thinking of you and praying for you. Just remember- If God will lead you to it, He will lead you through it. We love you all more than you will EVER know!!!!
William & Gwen Shores
January 24, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Cyndee Hamilton
January 24, 2008
May God guide each of you through this tragic time. Please keep one thing in mind...Mr. McCargo loved each one of his immediate family dearly and never wanted to be a burden...he also loved all of God's children (his extended family). He touch so many lives, mine included as did each of the family. As one of his nurses , while at the rehab center; he will be greatly missed. God Bless each of you.
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