Marshall Jay McCarver
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Marshall Jay “Bird” McCarver
39 a resident of Prairie Grove passed away February 25, 2012 in Colorado. He was born February 7, 1973 in Fayetteville the son of Stanley and Linda Farmer McCarver.
Jay was in the Army National Guard and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He coached his son's baseball team, an avid Razorback fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR. He was employed at Cox Communications for 10 years. He was an outdoors man he loved hunting, fishing and skiing.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Tempy Farmer, Thearn Farmer and Truman McCarver.
Survivors include his wife, Tina McCarver; two sons, Mitchell McCarver of Prairie Grove and Robert Dix of Fayetteville, two daughters, Journey McCarver of Prairie Grove, and Ashley Dix of Fayetteville; his father, Stanley McCarver of Durham, his mother, Linda Farmer McCarver of Springdale; one brother, Richie McCarver of Fayetteville; one sister, Chrissy Goodwin of Farmington; grandmother, Lorene McCarver of Prairie Grove.
Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 2, 2012 - 11:00 A.M. at Prairie Grove Christian Church. Burial will be in National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be: Ricky Farmer, Mark Davis, Shane Cuzick, Frank Huff, Scott Gates, and Gary Love
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Wally Asher, Mitchell McCarver, Cameron Gates, Robert Gates, Jarrod Bradley, Robert Dix, and T J Farmer.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the McCarver Children’s Fund acct. # 24706393 at any Arvest Bank.
39 a resident of Prairie Grove passed away February 25, 2012 in Colorado. He was born February 7, 1973 in Fayetteville the son of Stanley and Linda Farmer McCarver.
Jay was in the Army National Guard and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He coached his son's baseball team, an avid Razorback fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR. He was employed at Cox Communications for 10 years. He was an outdoors man he loved hunting, fishing and skiing.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Tempy Farmer, Thearn Farmer and Truman McCarver.
Survivors include his wife, Tina McCarver; two sons, Mitchell McCarver of Prairie Grove and Robert Dix of Fayetteville, two daughters, Journey McCarver of Prairie Grove, and Ashley Dix of Fayetteville; his father, Stanley McCarver of Durham, his mother, Linda Farmer McCarver of Springdale; one brother, Richie McCarver of Fayetteville; one sister, Chrissy Goodwin of Farmington; grandmother, Lorene McCarver of Prairie Grove.
Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 2, 2012 - 11:00 A.M. at Prairie Grove Christian Church. Burial will be in National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be: Ricky Farmer, Mark Davis, Shane Cuzick, Frank Huff, Scott Gates, and Gary Love
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Wally Asher, Mitchell McCarver, Cameron Gates, Robert Gates, Jarrod Bradley, Robert Dix, and T J Farmer.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the McCarver Children’s Fund acct. # 24706393 at any Arvest Bank.
Funeral Service
11:00 am
the Prairie Grove Christian Church, Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Fayetteville National Cemetery Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Visitation
6:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Final Resting Place
General
Feb 7, 1973
Feb 25, 2012
39
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Tributes
My thoughts are with you during this time of loss and tragedy. Jay was such a joy to be around, I always remember a smile on his face with a wise crack just waiting to burst out of the side if his mouth. We will miss him. My prayers to your family as you face your grief.
Charlene Cos Scott
Just want to say how sorry I am about Jay's passing. He was far too young. My sympathy to Tina, Mitch, Journey, Ashley, & Robert & all of the other friends & relatives. I am going to miss him!! Rest In Peace Jay!
Betty Kincaid - Aunt
My heart is broken for Jay's wife Tina, his children Mitch, Journey, Robert & Ashley and also my sister Julie and his family & friends. Jay was a good man! He was full of jokes and loved life. He will be greatly missed by all! I pray for peace and comfort for all those that knew and loved him.
Valerie Thurman - Sister-In-Law
my prayers are with your family, kelly always speaks so highly of you and the fun you had together.
Debbi Benish - Friend Of A Friend
Dad i know ur in a better place with god, im so sad that ur gone but im glad u are with god, but i keep crying since ur gone, i love u and im sad and i didnt get to say goodbye when u left or how much i loved u, Tina and i do and mitch an my Mom and Ashley and Robert and Grandpa and Grandma miss u so much im so sad and we all miss u so so much love u daddy.....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Journey McCarer
I did not know Jay very well but, he and Tina were/are very good friends to my brother and sister-n-law. He was spoke highly of amoung good people. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God Bless....
Brenda Chaney - Coy Fitts Sister
Tina, words cannot express the sadness I feel in my heart of the passing of Jay. I know God will comfort you through His love and your family and friends. We are sisters in Christ and I love you. I'm here when ever you need a comforting friend.
Judy Wallen - Friend
Tina and Family, We truly are sorry for your loss. Right now, no words can take away the pain that you're all going through. We just want you to know you're in our thoughts and prayers. You will always long for the moment just to speak to him again, but know GOD is with you and we truly pray for PEACE. Jay was very good to Mason and we are truly grateful for what your family has done for him. Please note we are thinking about you and if anyone needs anything we will be there to help. Riggin Family
Heath, Shea, Mason, Dakota Riggin
I love you all so much. Jay was such a great guy and friend to us and I miss him. I cannot even express how much his friendship and practical jokes have meant to me over the years - after all, they both go hand in hand.
Sara Bradley - Friend
All my sympathy to the family at the loss of Jay. His cares and worries are gone, but we will miss his smile and laughter. Remember the good times and let the Holy Spirit bring comfort to you.
Mary Walts - Friend Of Tina
Jay brought a ray of sunshine to our home each time he visited. He was extremely patriotic and loved his time in the AR Army National Guard. He proved that by volunteering to support Operation Iraqi Freedom.
He is loved by us and will be sorely missed.
R.I.P Jay, we all will join you soon.
Csm James And Mrs. R Joann Gates - Mother In-Law And Father In-Law
The first time I met Jay is when I flew out to Arkansas to visit Tina and to go to the lake with them and their friends for the 4th of July weekend. I was so thrilled to see fireflies, and to take a picture of one... that's when everyone laughed and dubbed me "Cali". Many fond memories of that weekend, including the electric knife connected to a car battery. My second trip was just as much fun. That was their Halloween party. Jay strapped a board to his behind as Tina was Octomom. Thanks for all the laughs Jay.
Pamela Farris - Friend
Dear Tina, and family, My husband and I would like to send our sympathies to you all. We are very sorry for your loss and you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. I know it will take time to heal but know that we are here if you need to talk we are here for you. Take care and hang on to all the memories you have and when you are feeling down think of the times when you were all laughing and having a great time together and it will bring a smile to you.
Debbie Sternberg
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love, Wayne and Helen Carter
Wayne And Helen Carter - Friends
Tina, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you all comfort and peace.
Sue Fiel
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. There are no words that express the sympathy I have for you. Jay was a fun-loving and all around great guy. His spirit will live on as he has touched many lives in his all too short time here on this earth.
Amy
Jay, we miss you. Our group get togethers are going to be missing a special piece. Kassidy says she loves "her" Uncle Bird, and she said she misses you too. I guess God must have big plans for you. I wish he would have let you stay around to see the twins arrive. I know you will be watching from above and smiling down, probably laughing at Shane for having 3 daughters. Until we meet again dear friend, we will be sharing non-stop memories of you. Love you Bird, Tina, Robby, Ashley, Mitchell and Journey. You are family to us. Love, Shane, Chrissy, Kassidy and the twins
Shane & Chrissy Cuzick - Friends
We will keep all the happiest thoughts of you in your memory close to our hearts forever! Bird, will forever, be the word!!
Michael And Kelly Smothers - Friend
Jay, I know your time has been cut short here on earth. I want you to know I could have never picked a better person to be the father of my children. Rest assured they will always be very well taken care of. I will do everything in my power to make sure your children are happy and nutered and become well rounded adults. They love you and miss you more than anything in this life. So until we meet again my friend. Know that you are loved and dearly missed by all of us.
Julie McCaver - Mother Of Mitch And Journey
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire McCarver family. Jay was a good man and an outstanding Soldier. He will forever be remembered, missed, and revered by all that knew him.
B Battery 2-142 Fa
Tina,children and family. Times like this are so difficult to go through, but please know that Jay is smiling down on all of you, knowing that you are surrounded by caring and loving family and friends, and most of all, by a loving God who will always be there to comfort you and see you through this. I thought a lot of Jay. He was a kind and loving man. I pray that you will each find peace and comfort. I love each of you.
Millie
Mildred Meyer - Friend
Linda, I am here for you and your family during this time of loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Remember the time of seperation on earth is the hardest but we will be reunited someday in Heaven. We love you.
Billy Turnbough - Friend
Mitchell you and your family are in my prayers during this time of grief. Your dad will always be with you in your thoughts and in your heart! I know he is proud of you for the young man you are now & the young man to be in the future. You will do great things in your life, but always remember that God is the only one who controls our lives! It is very hard to know why something like this happens, but He will help you through it !
Debbie Matney - Mitchell's Teacher
Time is a strange thing. We never have as much of it as we think we do. Jay and I were inseperable in High School. As adults we went different directions, but he remains the best friend I have ever had. To the family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Jay had passion for everything but most of all his family. To the kids, know that he will never be too far away to hear you talk to him. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
Ron Davis Jr. - Friend
Sorry for your loss.We will be praying for you and your family.With deepest sympathy. The Steve Ralston famkly.
Steve Ralston - Cousin
I am sorry for your loss. Want to send my love to the family in this time of saddness. I will be praying for everyone
Paulette Steerman (mccoy) - 2nd Cousins
I want to send my deepest sympothy to everyone. Sorry for your loss. I will keep everyone in my prayers.
Michelle Coy And Shaylea Debes - 3rd Cousin
Chicken, Cable Guy , and Outlaw... I miss you dearly my friend.. Your short time here was Incredible.. RIP BROTHER.. Thanks for your Service and making my sister truly Happy... Love you.....Hooah...
Big G... - Brother In Law
you will truly be missed.may goed be with the family
Artis McCarver And Rhonda Bunch - Uncle And Aunt
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss & gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. May your memories & God's love bring you peace & comfort at this difficult time.
Larry & Lana Hurt (patriot Guard Riders)
MY big brother, I love you and will always miss you you'll forever have a place in my heart and those whom have had th honor to know you love, sissylynne, husband, randy & family
Randy & Chrissy Goodwin - Sister & Brother In Law
I will always love you and you will always be with me. I never got to see you as much but that doesnt matter.What does matter is u cared and loved us R.I.P Uncle jay. <3
Ashley - Neice
To my son it has been such a joy and honer to have you here on earth i love you and i will miss you each day you will always be my little jaybird rest in peace my son
Linda McCarver - Mother
Jay may God grant the peace that overides understanding to your family. God placed you here for a time. As you served our nation in times of war and peace we salute you brother. You stood for us then its our time to stand for you. Rest in peace you will never be forgotten. Dewayne XRAY Uselton SR Ride Captian PGR
Dewayne Uselton - Patriot Gaurd Riders
Linda and Stanley, I am so sorry to hear this. I remember the good times we had together. Jay was a toddler. This has to be the hardest thing to have to go thru. I am very sad for all of you. love you all, May God Bless each of you and your family.
Sherry Shields Couch - 3rd Cousin
Jay was always carrying on and making people laugh. I am so sorry Tina, and to the kids also. If there is anything I can do just let us know. You are in our hearts.
Mark And Mary Jane Cuzick - Friend
Tina,
I just want you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We can not imagine what you are going through. I only wish we had had the opportunity to meet him. Please let us know if you need anything. Love ya sweetie!!
Mark And Linda Olszewski - Friend
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Jay spent a lot of time at our house during his high school years and was like another son. Jay and Ron were together almost constantly either at my house or his house and we loved every minute spent with him. He was a great young man and was called home way to soon. Rest in peace, Jay.
Sandy Davis - Friend
I have known Jay since I was 18 and was at both of his weddings. He was a good friend and he will be missed.
angie
Rodney & Angie Driver - Aquaintances
Linda & Family, May God give you all the peace & comfort you need in this time of pain & sorrow. You all are in our thoughts & prayers.
Rodney Thomas - Cousin
Tina,it hurts to know what you must be going through. I always enjoyed the totally upbeat personality that Jay possessed. He made me smile. He was a good one! You take care of yourself. Jay will never be gone. He just relocated. Treasure his memory. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Neil Adams - Friend
Jay you will be missed.Can't forget your great laugh and your witt.Wish I had seen you before yo u left this old world always regrets,Good bye my friend
Mark Oconnell - Friend Coworker
Funeral Service
11:00 am
the Prairie Grove Christian Church, Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Fayetteville National Cemetery Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Visitation
6:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Final Resting Place
General
Feb 7, 1973
Feb 25, 2012
39
Documents