of Little Rock, AR
April 3, 1929 - November 22, 2010
Hensley M. ''Pete'' McKissack, 81, of Little Rock, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 22, 2010. He was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. He dedicated 42 years of his life to military service, serving during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After the war he served as a civil engineer with the Air National Guard and was a mentor to many young men in the Guard. In retirement he was an active builder of homes and commercial property; avid gardener giving to the Food Bank and people in the community. He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.
He was preceded in death by his first wife of 47 years, Patricia Pierson McKissack; daughter, Cindy McKissack; his parents, Aarin and Frances McKissack; and brother, Ernest McKissack.
He is survived by his wife, Merry Lue Wortman McKissack; daughters and their husbands, Marilyn and Chris Cutter of Conway; Kim and Tommy Mitchell of Conway; stepdaughters and their husbands, Patty and Bo Griffin; Janice and Terry Womack; brothers, Louie McKisssack and Jerry McKissack all of Little Rock; 13 grandchildren; six great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 26, 2010 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend David Robinson officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park.
Family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR 72209 (501) 455-5800.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery Fund or Kingsland Cemetery at Kingsland, Arkansas.
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16 Condolence(s)
Cragin Shelton
Sunday, November 28, 2010
My prayers to all Pete's family. My memories go back to sitting in his kiitchen with the family, and to learning photo processing from Pete and my dad in the MacDougan Panoramic photo lab in Pete's backyard. As fine a man as has lived. I'm thankful to have known him and looked up to him as a fine friend to my dad and mom.
Rhonda 'Tucker' Carter
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Mr. Pete, you were one of a kind and you made this world a happier place. As I watched the video, I saw how much pride you took in your family and all the admiration they had you for. You will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
RONALD and KAREN TUCKER
Friday, November 26, 2010
Ron and I were shocked by the news of Mr.Pete passing. He was one of the best people we will ever meet.. Our prayers are with Ms Merry Lou and the rest of the family. He will be missed.
FRANK & UNA MCCLURE
Thursday, November 25, 2010
YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
Bill Akins, Jr.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
I just got word today that Chief Pete has passed on. I had a great time with him in the Air Guard and he was a great friend to my dad. He was a lot of fun to be around, He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers with him and his family.
Bill Akins, Jr.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
I just got word today that Chief Pete has passed on. I had a great time with him in the Air Guard and he was a great friend to my dad. He was a lot of fun to be around, He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers with him and his family.
Bill Akins, Jr.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
I just got word today that Chief Pete has passed on. I had a great time with him in the Air Guard and he was a great friend to my dad. He was a lot of fun to be around, He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers with him and his family.
Bill Cargile
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Pete was a man that you could always count on for a hand and a cheerful word. His dedication to the Guard and it's mission was at the highest level. It was an honor to serve with him and know him. There is a sorrow fills my soul at his passing. god bless his family in this time of mourning.
Roger & Donna Forinash
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
I didn't want to believe it at first, Pete was such a good friend to us. Through the years together in the ANG he taught us so much. He was one heck of a carpenter, a perfectionist at that. He knew how to chew ones behind out and they would walk away smiling..His words of wisdom were amazing to me, we will miss you Pete. Our prayers are with you Merry and family.
Lee Ann & Don Bennett
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
So sad to hear of the death of Mr. Pete..He served with my father, Curtis Watson and also took pictures at mine and Don's wedding. I just remember him as always having a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bob & Mary Ann Lancaster
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
So sorry to hear about the Pete's death, we read about it in the newspaper and wanted to send our condolescenses to the family.
Love,
Bob & Mary Ann Lancaster
Charles & Marie George
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Dear Marilyn & Kim and all of the McKissacks,
Charles and I will not be able to come down for the funeral but know that our prayers will be with you. Charles fell and broke his right arm 11-1-10 and is still in a sling. He had to have surgery (plate & pins).We have a lot of memories of the camping trips at the lake with all of you. Know that we love all of you . Pete was a great guy and a good friend to our family. Love & kisses to all, Marie & Charles
marina brooks
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Kim, Marilyn and family. I was saddened to hear of Mr. Petes passing. He was such a great man & I will always remember him calling me Johnson girl. My thoughts are with all of you at this time.
ROGER GAY
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
I WAS IN THE NATIONAL GUARD WITH PETE. NEVER MET A FINER MAN. HE HEPLED ME MANY TIMES .HE WOULD GIVE YOU THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK. MAY THE LORD TAKE HIM TO HEAVEN AND LET HIM REST IN PEACE.
DONALD MCDONALD
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Our family relationship with Pete goes back to Pete's and my father and mother's twenties years of age. Dad and Pete served in Korea together and worked together and were great friends both during business hours, but also personally.
My prfessional relationship began in 1969 when I joined the Air National Guard and lasted beyond my retirement 32 years later.
Pete was a good natured man. A true craftsman of many skills, but most of all he was a good man willing to help the youngest or the oldest.
He will be sorely missed. God's comfort and grace to all of those whosed lives he touched.
jennifer wells
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Mr Pete was one of a kind,he never met a stranger I was blessed to be able to call him one of my friends,he will be nissed by all that knew him,he'll be the biggest shinning star with God now.To all his family May God walk beside each & every one of you through these sad times,but remember tears are for the living not for those who have gotten to go & serve the Lord.by his side.Good-bye Mr Pete