of Pulaski, AR
August 13, 1945 - October 13, 2024
Phyllis Paulette McCarley, 79, a resident of Sherwood went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2024 in Sherwood. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was born August 13, 1945 in Clarksville, Arkansas to the late Marvin and Ollie (Hull) Karstetter.
Phyllis was a loving homemaker for many years, caring for her husband and four children before going to work at TJ Raney Morgan Keegan, where she worked as Operations Manager for many years until her retirement. Phyllis loved being with her family and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved watching the Razorbacks and calling the Hogs.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her first born, Baby Boy McCarley and is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Roy; her children, Leslie (Jeff) Hart of Greenbrier, Jason McCarley of Sherwood, Brad McCarley of Sherwood and Jennifer McCarley of Little Rock; her two grandsons, Tyler (Haley) Hart of Conway and Brandon Hart of Conway; her sister, Charlotte Freeman (Vaughnon) of Clarksville; her brother, Richard (Georgene) Karstetter of Sherwood; along with many nieces, nephews and friends.
A special thanks to Arkansas Hospice, especially Shawn and Kathy, for providing loving care and comfort to Phyllis during the last few months of her illness.
There will be a visitation at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024 followed by a memorial service at 2:00p.m. at Roller-Cox Funeral Home in Clarksville, Arkansas with John Greenwood officiating.
Family is asking that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County in Little Rock.
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8 Condolence(s)
Vickie Smith
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Phyllis…what can I say…first of all,
I am so sad I haven’t reached out to you in a while. You were always so much fun, and lots of laughter when we worked together at T J Raney & Sons and Morgan Keegan. A big family we all were! You were always so gracious, and there for me when I needed advice…although, I know you got frustrated with me many, many times! And ditto on what Peggy Hartsell said…you could cook up the best dishes of fudge, bon bons, cinnamon rolls etc.
Although I can’t be at the service, her spirit will be in my heart…goodbye, Phyllie…
She was so proud of, and loved her family so much…you will be missed my
friend… Prayers to Roy and the family.
Bobby Caldwell
Thursday, October 17, 2024
I'm very sorry to hear that Phyllis passed away. It's comforting to know that she is in a much better place now. Roy, you and your family are in my prayers.
Peggy Odum Hartsell
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
I 'm sorry to hear of Phyllis passing, I talked to her after last hospitalization and so happy that I did ,Rest in Peace Phyllis, You will be greatly missed but I will think about you at Christmas when I'm making your peanut butter fudge. Can't you just hear her and Diane laughing now and thinking of some trick to play on someone. Peggy
Carol Hargrove
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
My deepest condolences to Phyllis' family - it makes my heart sad that she is gone from this world. I worked with Phyllis ("Phyl") at TJ Raney/M Keegan. She was great fun to work with and was always one of the bright spots in my day! She will be greatly missed...
Susan McCord
Monday, October 14, 2024
Phyllis was a dear friend and co-worker. She was always so much fun and when she laughed you knew that laugh was Phyllis! My prayers are with you Roy and the rest of the family. I pray all the wonderful memories we have of her will help our grieving. She’s in the arms of Jesus and I pray that this will give us all peace.
Brett and Laura Meek
Monday, October 14, 2024
Leslie,
We were so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We will be praying for you and the family.
Love, Brett and Laura
Darrin & DeAnna Logan
Monday, October 14, 2024
So sorry for your loss, praying for you and your family. May God bring you peace and comfort in the coming days. Love to all.
Bob Bean
Monday, October 14, 2024
Phyllis was a good friend. We went to school together and graduated together. Was always a pleasure to get to visit with her when we had our class reunions. Occasionally when we were bowling around the Sherwood area, Phyllis and Roy would come over and visit with us while we were bowling. I will always treasure our friendship.