of Clinton, AR
June 7, 1935 - October 1, 2022
Carrol Vivian Ray McCormac went home to Jesus on Saturday, October 1st, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Friday, June 7th, 1935 in Riverton, Louisiana to Roy and Freddie (Reitzell) Ray. Carrol was a graduate of Willits, California High School. In Willits she met and married the love of her life, Dick McCormac. They were married on May 22nd, 1954 and returned to Clinton, Arkansas in 1959. They were blessed with seven children.
In her younger years in California, Carrol was a member of Job's Daughters. After graduation, she worked in a bank and later in a bakery where she met her future husband. Upon moving to Arkansas, she spent years teaching Sunday School and working as a cook in Clinton Public School cafeterias.
Carrol enjoyed reading her Bible and poetry, feeding wild birds and cooking for grandchildren or anyone who wandered into her kitchen. She liked watching PBS nature specials and listening to hymns. She also welcomed into her home and hosted exchange students from Colombia. Above all, her greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren, making them their favorite treats.
Carrol is survived by her children, Mike (Norma) McCormac, Cheryl (Randy) Baker, Cindy (Steve) Lewis, Brenda Coats, Richard (Gia) McCormac and Leo (Lily) Liu; seven grandchildren, Patrick, Jared (Emily) and Ethan McCormac, Taylor and Maddie Coats, Ellie and Carson McCormac, Alex (Dora) and Ashlyn Liu and five great-grandchildren, Greyson and Stone McCormac, Jayla and Jaycee McCollum and Emery Sanderson; sister, Bobbie Hinton; uncle, John Reitzell; sisters-in-law, Sally Workman, Ruth Bruce Hodge and Gloria McCormac and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dick McCormac; son, Bruce and daughter, Diana and brother, Kenneth Ray.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 6th from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. Services will be Friday, October 7th at 11:00AM at the Clinton Church of Christ. Interment will be at Huie Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Choctaw Special School, Clinton Church of Christ Haiti Missions or a charity of your choice.
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42 Condolence(s)
Marie keefer
Monday, November 11, 2024
My condolences
I am just now wanting to pay my respects to you grandma as that adopted young lady you welcome me in with open arms your stories , your pies and cooking it’s not a day when I feel lost I think of you
You always be remember and I love you peace to you with resting soul I love you grandma
Your Haitian family Marie Keefer
Lance Duncan
Monday, December 5, 2022
Mrs. McCormac was a shining child of God her whole life. She was there to hug us when we visited Clinton Church of Christ and she was there at Clinton High School to fawn all over us in regard to Yellowjacket football and basketball and baseball.
I'm two months late on knowing she died. Richard is in charge of Clinton, which means that Carrol is overseeing Clinton from Heaven. Clinton is blessed, directly from Heaven, because of people like Mrs. McCormac. Clinton is in heavenly hands.
Richard, my old friend, I called and talked to Dena this morning and you were on a phone call. I'll talk to you later on. I wanted you to know how much our family loves your family. It was great talking to Dena and then knowing I'll talk to you later. Win-win.
Cynthia( Cindy) Treadway Stringfellow
Monday, October 10, 2022
To the McCormac family- Doris Jean and I are thinking of you all. We did not hear about Carol ‘s passing until it was too late to attend. Please know we have you in our hearts and prayers. Carol was such a wonderful person and helped so many people in her life. She encouraged so many ( myself included). She taught my girls in Sunday School in Clinton and will never be forgotten by anyone who ever met her. We love you and we are of course your loving cousins ever.
Doris Jean Treadway Stanton
Cindy Treadway Justus Stringfellow
Rocky & Ryan Austin-Miller
Saturday, October 8, 2022
We will miss you dearly! We are blessed to have you as our Great Aunt!!! We love you!!
JImmy Coats
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Prayers for all !
Sedem Nunyuia Amedome
Friday, October 7, 2022
So sorry to hear of Carrol's death. Richard has been a good friend and brother in Christ for many years. He talks about the mother and her love for God. May the good Lord give her a perfect resting place. My deepest condolences to the family especially Richard ðŸ™ðŸ™
Chris & Julie Burnley
Friday, October 7, 2022
Our deepest condolences for the loss of Ms. Carrol. Such a wonderfully sweet woman that was an angel among us. Peace to the family during this time.
Melinda Green
Thursday, October 6, 2022
The first time I met Carrol was after a trip to Dennard with Mike to do some metal detecting. We were hoping to find some "buried treasure", but all I dug up was a quarter and a dime from near the old home's drive. On the way back we stopped to have lunch with Carrol and after introductions she asked if I had found the "family silver". I shook my head sadly and she just said "It's okay you can do the dishes to pay for your lunch". My hand quickly found those 2 coins and I laid them on the table and said "But I found 35 cents!". That was one of the best bargains of my life. We had a great meal and even better company, and Carrol made sure to invite me back "just anytime". She was warm and gracious and sincere, and you never left her house doubting that she truly meant for you come back and see her. Happy homegoing Carrol, I'll see you again one day.
Dale James
Thursday, October 6, 2022
So sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. She was one of my first Bible School teachers while growing up. Always such a sweetheart! She was so full of life and energy. She participated in the Hunger Run in her eighties! She was an example for us all and enriched every life she touched. Prayers for the family â¤ï¸
Russell Jennings
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
I’m at a loss. I feel like l’ve lost another mother in a span of less than year. Carrol, Dick and the kids are literally the first memory I have of anyone other than my parents. I hope they know what they’ve meant to me over the years with there love and support.
Love you guys, Russ and Peg
KIM LOWRANCE
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May the good memories you made with her be easily remembered with a smile.
Wendy Craig
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Aunt Carrol’s house always felt like home, no matter how long it had been since I was last there. Chris talks often about how welcome he felt in her kitchen. I’ll miss her terribly and I’m thinking of all of you. Love you all.
Dk king
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Richard, Brenda, I have been on vacation and did not know she passed. My heart goes out to you, as you know how I have struggled with losing my parents. It is such an overwhelming sadness, but we know that she is reunited with Dick and is in the arms of our Lord. This is so comforting..I love you guys so much and will pray for healing of your hearts.
Mary Bonds McNeese
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Richard family so sorry to hear the passing of your sweet momma may God give you strength in your time of need my prayers go out to the family
Lavonne Huggins Roddy
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
So very sorry Hugs and prayers for y’all.
Rickey Bonds
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
We are all mourning the loss of your sweet Mother/Memaw. Our community's loss and heaven's gain. I feel certain that her days on this earth were made so much better by being with her loving family. God bless you all.
Hollis and Shirley Frye
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Brenda and family, we are so sorry for your loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you 🙠â¤ï¸ during this difficult time and alwaysâ£ï¸
Vickie Hayes
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed by everyone. Prays for the family.
Karla Smith Elliott
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
I am sorry and saddened about the loss of your mother. My prayers and love go out to the family. ðŸ™
Mary Bayer Johnson
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Mike, Cheryl, Cindy, Brenda, Rich............all the family. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Prayers for you all during this time. I'll always remember her serving me with a smile thru out my years in Clinton Schools. I never saw her without a smile!!
Debbie Whillock
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
The McCormack family is the one family I remember from my childhood when being at Dennard. The finest people I have ever known. Then as an adult, Kenny served on the school board with Dick and my three children got.to enjoy Carol's.great cooking at school! The family keeps carrying on the legacy of community service. Her children, grands and great grands can be proud of legacy she leaves.
Elaine Pate
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
So very sorry to the whole family for the loss of your mom and grandmother. Carroll was a very sweet woman and always very kind to me.
Sylvester Jackson
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Maddie Sorry for your loss
Linda Rhoda and Marsha Trammell
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Carrol. She was such a sweet person and we know that she will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Toney and Sallie Parish
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
To all the family, we are so sorry for your loss of such a sweet Christian mother! She had a loving and giving spirit that she shared with all who knew her! We pray God’s peace for all of you!
Terri Morris
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Mike, my Dad really enjoyed visiting your Mom when you guys were out on one of your many adventures. We rejoice with you that she is with Jesus. Psalm 116:15.
Jimmy Allen
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Our precious sister has finished her race. I pray our Lord will give her family strength and faith to endure missing her until we see her again.
Martina Panel
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
So sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers for her family and loved ones. I never meet your mom in person but my daughter Mercedes told me how sweet of a lady she was and that she loved her. Rest in peace Miss Carrol.
Martina and family
Darrell & Glynda Allen
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Prayers for all of your families.Love to all.
Paula Bruce Cowsert
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
So very sorry. I loved her so much as I do all of you. You are my second family. I so loved being with you guys and have many good memories of Carrol and Dick both. Love you all.
Rebecca Smith Johnson
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful woman and I loved her very much. As a kid, I would spend hours at your home and was always welcomed with a smile. As an adult, I would still stop by just to talk to her and give her a hug. Losing a mom is one of the hardest things a person will ever go through; however, please remember she will be with you through this. She will always be with you.
Your whole family will be in my prayers.
Brenda (Linn) Boley
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Rev 21:4,5
Reba Rooney
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Richard and family sorry to hear about ms carol she was a fine lady prayers
Gary Harris
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Richard, I’m so sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved mother. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during your loss. God Bless. Gary Harris and Mildred Harris
Dena
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Prayers for Mike, Cheryl and the entire McCormac family.
Tom and Jo Beth Shaw
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Dear McCormac Family, we are so very sorry for the loss of your sweet mother. Our prayers are with you.
Gereta James Semanek
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
You are in my thoughts and prayers ðŸ™! Carol was such a sweet lady with a gentle spirit. LOVE â¤ï¸ TO ALL OF YOU (HER FAMILY)
Gereta
Laura Grimes
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Carrol. Such a sweet lady. My prayers to you all in your loss.
Wynne Smith
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
I loved sitting at her table eating delicious food and enjoying the wonderful, fun conversations. She was full of wisdom when she commented in Bible class. She loved her family so much and was an excellent example of showing the love of Christ. She will be missed by many. Praying for all of you.
Sam &Anna Ward
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
So sorry about of the passing of Ms. Carol our thought and prayers are with you and the family Hod taken a sweet and loving soul home with him God Bless each and everyone of you ,she will always be watching down on you and smiling God Bless .
Liz Bramlett
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Family of Carroll - I’m so sorry for your loss, y’all were certainly blessed with the Best Mom Ever! Carroll tried her best to help everyone that needed it. Prayers for her Family in the days ahead. ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Edwin Vasquez
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Our prayers and deepest condolences to the family. Mrs. Carrol made us feel part of her family. She will be missed but she is bringing a lot of sweets to share in heaven.
Respectfully,
Vasquez Family