of Conway, AR
August 26, 1937 - July 7, 2015
James Magnus McKay Jr, 77, of Conway went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. He was born August 26, 1937 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to James Magnus McKay Sr. and Hazel Nunn Trainer McKay. Mr. McKay served his country in the United States Army and served as a minister with the United Methodist Church for many years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Jo Carolyn Cragar and grandsons Forrest LeVan and Cameron Williams.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Bonnie Plumlee McKay, son James Magnus McKay III of Conway, daughters Suzanne McKay of Conway and Nancy Morris (B.J.) of Conway. Other survivors include sister Patricia Davis of Roe, Arkansas, grandchildren Caroline Rodgers (Cheney) and David Douglas along with a host of extended family and friends.
A time of visitation will be held from 6 to 8pm, Thursday, July 9, 2015 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Funeral Services will be held at 10am, Friday, July 10, 2015 at First United Methodist Church of Conway with Rev. Michael Roberts officiating. Burial will follow at 3pm at Shady Grove Cemetery in Clarendon with Rev. Daniel Kirkpatrick officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church in Clarendon, 121 N. 3rd Street, Clarendon, Arkansas 72029 (870)747-3883
Pallbearers will be Cheney Rodgers, B.J. Morris, David Douglas, Dee Davis, Ray Nabholz and Daniel Kirkpatrick.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway
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24 Condolence(s)
Connie lester
Monday, July 13, 2015
Bonnie so sorry to hear about your husbands death. Please call me if I can ever do anything for you and your family. Connie lester and Leslie lane 111
Ann Harrison Hoover
Friday, July 10, 2015
Brother McKay was guiding beacon to so many of us during our time at UCA. He brought me to truly know God in my daily life and not just on Sunday at the Wesley foundation. He just was wonderful about applying Gods words to everyday life. We all had such a good time, too! Bonnie, I know you and your family will miss him so much and my thoughts and prayers are with you-ann
Terry Gross`
Friday, July 10, 2015
Sorry to hear of his passing, he was a good friend and great mentor. Tom Cates also sends his respects to the family and our apologies for not making it to his funeral. He will be missed.
Larry and Charlotte Jones
Friday, July 10, 2015
To the entire McKay family, thank you for the many years you shared Jim with us at Salem UMC. He had such a great impact on so many of us in growing our faith through his simple, yet profound messages. The poetry with which he delivered these messages was unlike any other we've ever heard, and was truly spirit filled. Our hearts and prayers are with you in your earthly loss. Yet, we know he is rejoicing at Jesus' feet this day. Blessings for the family.
Karen and Lance Utterback,Kalen and Clay Mainord
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Bonnie,
We are sending you and your family our deepest sympathy and love. Think of you so often with wonderful memories of you and Jim. We know the Angels are rejoicing with celebration, because God has said, "Job well done."
Love,
Karen
Thomas Cates
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Jim, you were a good friend and will be greatly missed. I have not seen you in many years, but you were never far from my thoughts.
Bonnie, my heart and thoughts go out to you and your family. Many prayers.
Jenny Breeding Miller
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Bonnie, Patricia and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. I attended school for 12 years at Clarendon. Carolyn Jo was a member of my class. I remember all of you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
PAUL & kATHARINE ERVIN
Thursday, July 9, 2015
BONNIE: OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE VERY MUCH WITH YOU. WE REMEMBER FONDLY OUR TIMES OF FELLOWSHIP, SONG, ART AND LAUGHER THAT WE HAD WITH YOU BOTH.
Don & Ann Bailey
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Dear Bonnie & Family,
Ann & I remember Jim fondly from our days at A. S. C. I was a Sig Ep bother and Ann was our Queen of Hearts one year. Would have been good to have re-connected after college. We miss all the guys and gals from those very special days.
As you know Jim was a great guy. I didn't know he had had a career in the ministry.
God bless you all in these days. Love in Christ
Don & Ann Bailey
David & Gilda Henry
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Bonnie: One of our many blessings has been the opportunity to have you and Jim in our lives. Any time we saw you was a joy. Our prayers are with you and your children, Patricia, and all family and friends.
Mary Beachler Meins
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Love and prayers to you and your family. May God's grace sustain you and give you strength and peace
Denise Nesbitt
Thursday, July 9, 2015
There are not enough words to describe Brother Jim and the legacy he leaves behind. The love he had for God and the people around him was amazing. I will always treasure every word, tear, look, remarks, joke, laugh, lesson, scripture, stories, advice, kindness and the love he shared with me over the past 36 years. Those blue eyes held so much love yet had the power to speak. Hardly a day goes by when I don't think of something about him and his wisdom, words or wit that has impacted my life.
Thank you so much for sharing your husband with the thousands of students at Wesley Foundation over the many years. Because we knew him, and how he always pointed us to Him, we were changed forever.
My love and prayers for peace are with you Bonnie, and your precious family.
Leslie English
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Mrs. McKay,
My heart just sunk when I turned the corner Tuesday morning & his hospital bed was empty! My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I enjoyed taking care of Mr. McKay Monday. Even though he was sick, he was still such a pleasure to be around. Your family was the most appreciative. May God be with you! Leslie (RN)
Carolyn Berryhill
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
I was sad to hear of Rev. McKay's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Your husband, father, grandfather, and brother was such a loving, kind man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Dede Hutcheson
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
How I cherish the times we spent together. Those were the best times of my life! Bonnie,you and Jim have been a real blessing to us and Jim will now be preaching in Heaven. Dede and Hutch
Bob Barham
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I respected this kind man. My deepest sympathy to the McKay family. Romans 8:28
Cheryl Bing
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Brother McKay but I've heard what a Godly man he was...I will add your family to my prayers for strength & courage to get you through this difficult time.
Cheryl Bing
Patsy Keeler
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Although we lived in Conway for such a short time, the impact of Jim and SUMC was great in our lives. He will continue to serve the Lord through his previous good deeds. Our condolences to you Bonnie.
Stan and Patsy Keeler
Susan Samples Ledbetter
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
My condolences to the McKay family at the loss of Brother McKay. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your life.
Bill Nesbitt
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Brother Jim was truly a Man of God and a spiritual mentor to myself, my family and a host of others. He will be missed, but his influence will be present in our hearts for years to come. My deepest sympathies and most sincere prayers are with the family. God bless you.
Brenda McClain
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
We are blessed to have known Jim and mourn with you his passing. Heaven gained a great man, but we miss him.
Love to Bonnie and Family.
Carla Miller Neihouse
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Bonnie, I'm so sorry. I have special memories of our time so many years ago. You and your family will continue to be in my prayers..Carla
Debbi Jones
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Jim was truly a man after God's own heart. He spent his life being the hands and feet of Christ.
Melinda Francis
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
All our love and prayers are with you, the family. I have always heard such wonderful stories from Suzanne about her dad. Love you all.
Melinda