of Bay, AR
August 1, 1939 - June 22, 2019
Michael Cecil "Mickey" French, 79 of Bay, died at his home, Saturday, June 22, 2019, after a short illness. He was born August 1, 1939 in Sikeston, Missouri to Cecil Hatcher and Strawdie (Engram) French. Mickey graduated from Mena High School in 1957 and worked some for his father who ran French's Variety Store and The Lucky Dollar. For many years Mickey worked as a manager at retail stores including, TG&Y and Fred's before working in sales for Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home for the last 30 years. Mickey was never inspired to retire and thought it was a terrible idea and probably still does. Mickey was a committed Razorback football fan who treasured every win and may have suffered numerous undiagnosed heart attacks when the Razorbacks were robbed of just victories by bad calls.
Mickey loved his family and is survived by his wife of 16 years, Fatina French; eight children and step children, Cecillia Michelle Cole, Joe Robbins, Michael W. French, Dana Lipps, Melynda Williams, Kimberly Robbins, Micah Cecil French and Mia Duff. Blessed with seventeen grandchildren and an ever-increasing number of great grandchildren. Mickey and Fatina shared their home in Bay with his three favorite kids, Gabbie, Tabbie and Hossy.
Visitation will be Friday, June 28, 2019 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.
Burial will be at a later date at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway.
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7 Condolence(s)
Terry Snow
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
So sorry to hear about Mickey's passing. He was definitely a man of go-get-her. He was passionate about his pre-need selling. He will definitely be missed by all. The French family is in our prayers.
Betty Philpot
Monday, June 24, 2019
So sorry to hear of Mickey’s passing. He was a classmate of mine. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. God bless and give strength to them.
Jerry Masters
Monday, June 24, 2019
Very sorry to hear about Mickey. We were good friends in Mena High School. Three of us ran around together, sometimes in Mickey's father's big black Buick. In later years saw Mickey at high school reunions. Will miss Mickey and his wry sense of humor.
Angela Henry
Monday, June 24, 2019
My heart is broken. I worked side by side in sales with Mickey. Its been several years but was a friend. He was super friendly and funny. Prayers to his family.
Ronnie Mayall
Sunday, June 23, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mickey. The obituary said it well about being a Razorback fan. I remember him always listening to news radio and he always knew what was going on and would tell you his thoughts about any news or politics. Rest In Peace and please know I will always remember “Mickey “
Jim and Dawn Mille
Sunday, June 23, 2019
Mickey was the rarest of individuals, in that he was always the kindest and gentlest person in the room. Generous at all times, he was easy to befriend and impossible to forget. We will miss him and pray for his family and many friends to help them get through this difficult time. Rest In Peace, dear friend.
Joe Robbins
Sunday, June 23, 2019
I will say to you Mickey, the last thing you said to me. Kiss Kiss, I love you. Rest well.......