James McCool Obituary
The memory of James McCool of Leola, Arkansas, who passed away on November 22, 2025 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James McCool to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cecil McCool and Letha McCool (Ashcraft); his wife Mary McCool; and his sons, Billy and Jody McCool.
He is survived by: his children, Tim McCool (Sandra) of Clinton, Letha Jackson of Benton, Joyce Nutt (James) of Leola and Janice Elrod (Kevin) of Benton; and his brothers, Lloyd McCool of Sheridan, John McCool of Sheridan and Jerry McCool of Sheridan. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
