Michael "Mike" Ray Massengill

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Michael "Mike" Ray Massengill

of Jonesboro, AR

February 24, 1953 - May 16, 2017

Michael Ray Massengill, 64, of Jonesboro, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at NEA Baptist Hospital. He was born February 24, 1953 in Harrisburg. He worked for Ridout Lumber Company for 18 years. He was a Red Wolf fan, a member of the Jonesboro Parks and Recreation, a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, the Jonesboro Exchange Club and the Craighead County Soccer Association as a soccer coach and referee. He was instrumental in the development of the Joe Mack Campbell Park.

Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Pat Ray and Nadine Keeney Massengill; and his mother, Carolyn Keeney Nix.

Survivors include a son, Matthew Massengill of Jonesboro; two daughters, Mary Elizabeth (Mimi) Massengill of Fort Myers, FL and Micah Massengill of Vero Beach, FL; two grandchildren, Khloe and Kylie; his father, Tommie L. Nix of Jonesboro; two sisters, Carol Jean Cooper of Memphis and Linda (Bill) McKenna of Harlingen TX; his girlfriend, Mary Beth Powell of the home; and loving nieces and nephews.

A private memorial will be held at a later date.

If you would like to honor Michael's legacy in the community, donations can be made to the Jonesboro Exchange Club or to the Arkansas State Referee Committee, PO Box 2825, Jonesboro, AR 72402.

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11 Condolence(s)
Shelly Putt
Jonesboro, AR
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Monday, May 22, 2017

To the family of Mike,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Mike since he worked @ JT White Lumber with my former husband back in the 80's. Mike was always nice, friendly and had a smile on his face. Will continue praying for his family. May God bless you all.

Keith blackman
Brookland,
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Monday, May 22, 2017

I was very sad to hear of Mike's demise. I enjoyed talking and working with Mike over the years through the Exchange club and our projects undertaken through the club. Mike frequently called me "Keefer" rather than Keith.

Bill Garrison
Jonesboro, AR
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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Dear Massengill Family,
Mike grew up in my old neighborhood out around ASU back in the 1950-60's. I was older but remembered him. Then, when Sue and I came back to Jonesboro to start our lives here, there was Mike at one of the first LXA Alumni events at ASU. Later on, he and Vicki moved into our neighborhood here in Jonesboro! And, Matt was a classmate at JHS with our older son, Phil. So, the connection continued for an even longer time!
Sue and I were very saddened at his passing. We are sending sympathy and good thoughts your way.
Rest in peace Brother Mike. It was a pleasure to know you in this world.
Bill and Sue Garrison

Wanda Cothern
Jonesboro,
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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Mike was such a happy person to be around. Always had a grin. He and my late husband Stan were soccer refs and coaches. I will always remember them goofing around. Mike was really a mess. I also knew him where he worked at Barton's. He was always a big help. May he rest in peace.

Greg Woods
Memphis, TN
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Friday, May 19, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Reading Rev. 21:3, 4 have always brought me comfort, and hopefully will do the same for you.

Tip Shipp
Trumann, AR
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Friday, May 19, 2017

I was saddened to see of Mike's passing.I met Mike when we were in the Jonesboro Jaycees.He always had a smile on his face and a great attitude.Whenever I needed something at Ridout he was my go to guy.Rest in peace my friend

Dudley Bowdon
Jonesboro, AR
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Friday, May 19, 2017

We will greatly miss Mike.
His hard work and dedication to his family, the Exchange Club and to the community of Jonesboro was an example for all of us.

Wayne Lee
Sherwood, AR
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Friday, May 19, 2017

Mike was a Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity brother of mine and was in my pledge class way back when. I also knew him as a soccer coach when he refereed for many years. He was a very special person, and although i did not get to see him except occasionally at ASU functions, I will miss his humor and bright smile so very much. Rest in peace my friend. This is not goodbye, it is simply see you later.

Jane Rees
Jonesboro,
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Friday, May 19, 2017

My heart goes out to the family of Mike! I knew him for many years and considered him a good friend. We were in the Class of 71 together and had lots of great times in highschool. Mike always had a smile and a hug! He will be missed by many!

Bobby Condra
Trumann, AR
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Thursday, May 18, 2017

Mike was a well liked man and admired by his colleagues. I had the pleasure of working with him at Ridout for about 10 years. He definitely loved his soccer and loved to referee. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. So sorry for all his friends and loved one. I will definitely miss seeing his smiling face and him always arguing with me. He was truly one of a kind.

terry bynum
Paragould, AR
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Thursday, May 18, 2017

My deepest sympathy to all of the family on the loss of a great guy i have had the pleasure of knowing for about 50 years !! RIP