of Conway, AR
December 12, 1937 - February 26, 2016
Clyde Junior Cossey, 78, of Conway passed away February 26, 2016 at his home after a long illness. He was born December 12, 1937 in Gravesville to Clyde Blackmon and Floy Holland Cossey. Clyde graduated from Southside high school in Damascus and attended Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. He was a member of Saltillo Heights Baptist Church and taught Sunday school for many years. Clyde served in the Navy on the U.S.S. Saratoga as an air traffic controller. He also worked at Kimberly Clark in Conway from its startup date until he retired. Clyde enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and gardening.
He is survived by his wife Holly Susan Cossey, two sons: John (Brenda) Cossey of North Little Rock, Lance Cossey of Conway; four daughters: Mary Jane (Joe) Lachowsky of Conway, Janice Cossey of Conway, Karen Mathis of Sherwood, Rachel Roberts of Conway; seven grandchildren: Jackson Cossey, Hope Cossey, Raven Cossey, David Romero, Emma Katherine Cook, Linley Cook, Anna Grace Macomber.
Clyde is preceded in death by his parents, sister Ouida Jewel Harvey and an infant sister, and grand-daughter Faith Rogers.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Thad Hardin, Conway Regional Hospital, Gentiva Hospice and the 286 Volunteer Fire Department.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Saltillo Heights Baptist Church Building Fund.
Visitation will be February 28, 2016 from 4:00-6:00PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Funeral Service will be Monday February 29, 2016 at 10:00AM at Saltillo Heights Baptist Church in Conway with Burial following at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
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12 Condolence(s)
Jim glinski
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
I worked with Clyde for years at KC. I will always remember his smile and his great personality. Sorry to hear he had passed, my prayers. God Bless.
BONNIE DIXON-HOLLOWAY
Monday, February 29, 2016
LANCE AND FAMILY: So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
R. R.
Sunday, February 28, 2016
May fond memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before she passed away. My hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. –John 5:28-29
Jo Carole Padgett
Sunday, February 28, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. It seems only yesterday you children were running down the halls at Cadron Ridge Baptist Church! I still have the picture taken of the whole church and all you were sitting on the front row with your dad. Our loss is heavens gain. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Mary Jo Wilson Moore
Sunday, February 28, 2016
I Went to school with Clyde for several years at , South Side High School. He was a very nice and quite person. To all his family, I am sorry for your loss. Also I have family that goes to Saltillo Baptist Church, The Woodcocks.. Your family is in my Prayers.
Eric Glover
Sunday, February 28, 2016
I enjoyed the years I worked with Clyde at K-C. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. God Bless
J.D Huddleston
Sunday, February 28, 2016
worked with clyde for 25 yrs at kc he was a maint planer in the department I worked in and done out standing work. sorry for the families loss // j,d
Stan & jaclyn
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Cossey so sorry for your loss he will not be suffering anymore in a better place until you are blessed to see him again, our prayers go to your family during this time.
Karen Rogers
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Rachel, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. May God put His arms around you, Natalie, and the girls.
Blake and I are thinking of you during this time. Miss you.
Terry cogan
Friday, February 26, 2016
When I first met Clyde he had such an easy way about him. He told my husband and I several stories relating to his life growing up, I just wanted to hear more. Love to his whole family. Bless him
Martin Marks
Friday, February 26, 2016
God Bless
Judy Stockrahm
Friday, February 26, 2016
I haves worked with Karen for years and know how much she loves her father. My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time. God Bless you all.