Michael Joe McCreight

Michael Joe McCreight, 71, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away Friday, August 16, 2019. He was born June 22, 1948 in Jacksonville, Florida, to Joe C. McCreight and Vanita Jean Smith McCreight. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Joey McCreight; father-in-law, Walter L. Gagen; sister-in-law, Jerri Gagen; brother-in-law, Mark Wilker; niece, Jessica Gagen; and a great-nephew, Ethan Anderson. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Barbara McCreight; two daughters, Melisa (Patrick) and Katy (Tyler); four grandchildren, Hudson, Cooper, Sawyer, and Emmy; mothers-in-law, Joann and Donna; sister, Patti (Jeff); sister-in-law, Cyndi; brothers-in-law, Dave, Mike (Annette), and Jeff (Danielle); aunt, Frances; nieces, Samantha (Graham) and Isabella; nephews, Chris (Debb), Jeff (Destinie), and Dylan; great-nieces, Callie and Ally; and great-nephew, Jack. A Florida State alum, Mike spent the majority of his career serving individuals with developmental disabilities. His passion, however, was his tenure at Pathfinder, Inc. where he spent the last 20 years as director. Mike was well known for his big heart and great sense of humor but he would tell you that his greatest pride was his role as beloved Daddy and Papa. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, August 22nd at 11 a.m. at Midtowne Church, in Benton, Arkansas, with Pastor Doug Pruitt presiding. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Donations in his memory may be made to Pathfinder, Inc. To sign the online guestbook go to www.pinecrestmemorialpark.com.