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1939
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2021
Jerry McFadden Obituary
Jerry Ray McFadden was born on June 4, 1939, in Kensett, Ark., to Newton Floyd and Minnie Lee (Smith) McFadden. On Oct. 9, 2021, he passed peacefully from this life into eternity at the age of 82.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Barbara McFadden; his children: Sherry Rene' Mooneyham (Alan), Michael Ray McFadden (Ruthann), Floyd Jay McFadden (Karin), Zeta Kay Walker, Rebecca Gay Parker (Jason), Jenifer Dendy (Mollie), Lizanne Clark (John), Victor Hazelhurst (Toni) and James Hazelhurst (Paula); his siblings: Helen Frost, Dorothy Underwood, Jimmie McFadden (Francis), Julien McFadden, Larry McFadden and Doug McFadden. Jerry leaves behind 24 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one great-grandchild.
Jerry Ray McFadden served his country 12 active-duty years with additional time in the National Guard and Army Reserves. He served in logistics, and as a Chief Warrant Officer helicopter pilot and instructor with service in Korea, Vietnam and Desert Storm. He also worked as a builder and pastor.
A memorial service will be held at New Horizon International Ministries, 404 Eastline Road, at 10 a.m. on Oct. 23, 2021. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Gideon International.
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Mark Lussier
October 27, 2021
Mac, My deepest condolences to you and the your family. My thoughts and wishes are with you.
Blessed be,
Mark
Steven Goodson
October 27, 2021
Mac, My Prayers and Condolences to you and you family during this time of lost. I pray for peace and comfort for you. Sincerely Steve
Alfred White
October 24, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss Mac. May the good lord be with you and your family during this difficult time. Your life long friend Alfred White.
Alan Carpenter
October 24, 2021
Mike, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time!
Alan
Art Galimuna
October 22, 2021
Mac, please accept my warmest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Pete and Lori DiBenedetto
October 22, 2021
We were very sorry to hear about your loss Mac. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Derek Knapp
October 22, 2021
To Mac & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I also want to say wow! What a legacy, all the children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren! He will surely be missed. God bless.
Ron Paton
October 22, 2021
Condolences to you and your family.
Jessica/Shawn Steiner
October 22, 2021
Mac, Our deepest condolences. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Lynda DeLawder
October 22, 2021
Mac,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lynda DeLawder
Khalid Elhillali
October 22, 2021
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Laurie Oliver
October 21, 2021
Mac and Ruthann,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. Know that I'm thinking of you and wishing you peace and warm memories of the times you shared with him.
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