of Greers Ferry, AR
September 16, 1970 - June 23, 2024
Jeffery Marcus McGruder, of Greers Ferry went to his heavenly home on June 23, 2024. He was 53. Jeff was born on September 16, 1970 in West Memphis, Arkansas. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Even when he wasn't hunting or fishing, he loved being outdoors or in a boat with his best friend, Russell. He spent many days hunting for arrowheads and Indian artifacts. Jeff graduated from Hughes High School. Some of his favorite stories and memories were about the years he played football and baseball for Hughes.
Jeff is survived by his family, who miss him dearly; his parents, Donald and Betty McGruder of Marion; two brothers, Jake (Susan) McGruder of Marion, Josh (Jamie) McGruder of West Memphis and one sister, Jenny (Steve) Knych of Marion. Jeff also leaves behind one daughter, Megan Guynes of Greers Ferry and three grandchildren, Layla, Khloe and Casey who will miss their ''BIG PAPA.''
Visitation will be at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 12:00pm.
Burial will follow at Shady Grove Cemetery in Clarendon, Arkansas.
''FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS''
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21 Condolence(s)
Gregory Latham
Sunday, July 21, 2024
My brothers and Jeff have been knowing each other for a loooong time!! From our Little League baseball games in Blackfish to high school football at Hughes High. I just found out on July 21. So sorry to hear about our friend. We used to carpool to football practices. To the Mrs. McGruder and Jeff's younger siblings, on behalf of the Latham brothers, we offer our belated condolences. May God bless you all
Solonge Ford
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Dear McGruder Family, so sorry for the terrible loss of your dear son. May our Father be with all of you, Solonge Ford
Friends of Jake, Susan and Jackson
Jerry and Tammy May
Friday, June 28, 2024
Our hearts go out to Betty and Donald and the whole family. Jeff was a special human being. Always filled with laughter and could tell stories better than anyone we know. He was a good man and he will be missed. He will fill heaven with his smile and laughter. Prayers to all of the family that God would give all of you comfort during this time. You are all our extended family and we love you all.
Barbara Walls
Friday, June 28, 2024
Sorry to hear the loss of a friend I grew up with in heth Arkansas. Many great memories we had at shell lake Baptist Church. Sending prayers to the family of Jeff Mcgruder.
David Lane
Thursday, June 27, 2024
So sad to learn of the loss of a dear friend from years ago. Playing football with Jeff and creating chaos inside of Hughes High are just a few. But perhaps some of my fondest are the times we would go frog gigging. It was never without adventure, usually self inflicted. Haven’t seen you in years friend. Rest in peace.
Darrin Pledger
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Sorry for your loss prayers for your family
Charlotte Wicks
Thursday, June 27, 2024
So sorry to read about your loss of Jeff. My prayers for God’s comfort.
Debbie McGruder
Thursday, June 27, 2024
He was a cousin I never got to meet. But we meet in Heaven. RIP
Heather Hess
Thursday, June 27, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Our thought and prayers are with the family.
Linda Oltmann
Thursday, June 27, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. You all are in my prayers. God’s arms around you all now and in the days ahead.
Christy
Thursday, June 27, 2024
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Lorna Spears Chennault
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
So so sorry! Sending prayers!
Lethia Cupples
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Joe Lucas
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
So Sorry for your loss Betty& Donald , our condolences go out to you and family .Love You
Nina Brown
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff passing! Prayers for the family
Angie Cox
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
My sincere condolences to the family. May the Lord wrap his arms around you during this difficult time.
Amy Campbell
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
My prayers are with Jeff's family. I do not have many high-school memories of my own that do not include him! He was and will always be family to my mom, siblings and I. Never knew Jeff to be anything but loved. Always smiling and joking. He will be greatly missed!
Jennifer Hillis
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. So many fond memories growing up out there on the farm together. Sending prayers and hugs to you all. ~ Jen
Linda Gerraputa
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Betty many prayers for your family . I can ‘t imagine . Since Phyllis and I are in Florida and cannot make the funeral , we want to come visit you and be with you in the next few weeks ! We certainly love you and had good memories of Jeff ! You are the best at being strong !!!
Lynda Wise
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
So sorry to hear about the passing of Jeff. It seems like it was just yesterday that the boys were in school.
Our prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Lynda Wise
Stacie Meador
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of Jeff. Prayers for the family during this difficult time. Growing up, I never remember him without a smile. RIP