of Searcy, AR
July 27, 1938 - August 14, 2025
Glenda Carolyn McKay, 87, of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025.
Born on July 27, 1938, Glenda lived a life defined by her faith, family, and service to others. She was a devoted member of Mount Bethel Freewill Baptist Church, where she found joy and strength in her relationship with the Lord. She also volunteered her time and compassion at the Searcy First Methodist Church Thrift Shop.
Glenda loved nothing more than being with her family. She enjoyed all kinds of needlework (especially knitting), canning and she created many gifts and keepsakes to share with those she loved. She was also well-known for her delicious home cooking, especially her famous fried chicken, which brought loved ones together around the table. Her warm heart, generous spirit, and unwavering faith will be remembered by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Coy Lee and Manola Kramer, and her daughter, Leah Loy Harbin. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Jerry McKay; her children Debbie Bell (Scotty) of Conway, AR; Jenna Bassett (Mike) of St. Maries, ID; Denver McKay of Austin, AR; Cynthia Bennett (Matt) of Little Rock, AR; and Deanna McKay of Searcy, AR.
Her grandchildren are Eric Bell (Jamie) of Conway, AR; Adam Bell (Alye) of Conway, AR; Rudy Baraga (Jessie) of Coeur d'Alene, ID; Fallon Jones (Gary) of Twin Falls, ID; Ryan Weeks (Jacob) of Searcy, AR; Canyon Harbin (Brooke) of Lowell, AR; Cole Bennett of Little Rock, AR; Caylan Bennett of Little Rock, AR; Josh Rowe of Searcy, AR; and Julia Rowe of Searcy, AR. She was also blessed with 13 great-grandchildren and is survived by her brother, George Lee Kramer of Millington, TN, along with many, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 18, 2025, at Mount Bethel Freewill Baptist Church, 5286 Hwy 36 Rose Bud, AR 72137, with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. also at Mount Bethel. A burial will follow the service at Mount Bethel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mount Bethel Freewill Baptist Church.
Glenda's life was a testament to her faith, her devotion to her family, and her gift for making others feel loved and cared for. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
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17 Condolence(s)
Marion and Donna Boshell
Monday, August 18, 2025
I will miss her terribly she was always sunshine made me smile i will miss her sitting in front of me. Met her over 29 years great lady.
Allen & Dee Blackwell
Monday, August 18, 2025
Our prayers for peace & comfort to Jerry & all the family. We will always miss seeing Glenda at church, enjoying her smiles, hugs, and conversations. She will truly be missed.
We love you!
Philip Bell
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Glenda was a very sweet person! My prayers for Jerry, Debbie and all the family!
Pam CarterCorn
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Jerry and Family,
So sorry to learn of Glenda’s passings. She was always so gracious every time I would see the two of you together. My prayers and thoughts go with you and yours.
Pam Carter-Corn
Julia Burchfield Walters
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Glenda’s Mother, Manola, was my Grandmother’s, Elsie Martin, best friend. Rest in Peace Glenda 🙏🏼
Karen Davis
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Glenda was a sweet lady who volunteered at Searcy First Methodist Church Thrift Shop Missions 20+ years. She was faithful to serve even when she was having many health issues. We loved her smile and gentle manner. All of us at SFMCTS will miss her. Shalom
Jean Hill
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Message for GL Kramer, I’m so sorry for the loss of Cathy, and now Glenda. Thinking of you during these trying times!
Angela Burrow Stephens
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Glenda & my mom(Paula Burrow Millikin) were friends for many years. Our prayers for comfort.
Randy-Janet Nokes
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Debbie,
So sorry to hear of the Loss of your Mother, just know your family will be in our Prayers.
Danny and Marie Weir
Saturday, August 16, 2025
We are sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family!
Love,
Danny and Marie Weir
Tracy Kennon
Saturday, August 16, 2025
So sorry for your loss. She was an amazing lady!
Kathy Norman
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Glenda was a very special person with a warm and caring heart. I will always remember her delicious fried chicken at family get-togethers and her warm smile.
My deepest sympathy to the family during this difficult time of loss.
Carol Rogers
Saturday, August 16, 2025
My husband, Birdie Rogers, always spoke highly of Glenda. I was proud I got to meet her. Prayers for your family.
Norma Spence
Saturday, August 16, 2025
So sorry for all her family’s & friends loss, just found out. James was my husband, he & I good friends of GL & the Kramer family ( I was a Stewart distance cousins )
Prayers🩷
Gary and Angie Wortham
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Glenda was such a kind and caring lady. We will miss her so much. Prayers continue for all the family
Irene Gray
Saturday, August 16, 2025
I have known Glenda for many years, first knowing her through our Sunday School Class at First Methodist. A kind person who will certainly be missed. My sincere condolences to her family. Irene Gray
Mike and Mary Ann Hancock
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Jerry and family, we were saddened to learn of Glenda’s passing. Glend was such Glenda was such a sweet lady and will certainly be missed. Mary and I can not be at her service but know we will be with you with thoughts and prayers.