Charles A. McElroy

Charles Arthur McElroy was born on December 14, 1937, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, and passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, in Benton, Arkansas. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Mary Sue McElroy, and his daughters, Cindy Summerville and Bigi Britten.

A veteran of the United States Air Force, Charles was known as a hardworking and intelligent man who took great pride in his family and his work. He owned and operated several businesses alongside his beloved wife, Sue. He was a talented craftsman who spent countless hours in his woodworking shop.

Charles was a faithful servant at Gravel Hill Baptist Church and Congo Road Baptist Church. One of his favorite verses was John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.”

He is survived by his five children, Tom and Marsha McElroy, Tim and Mary McElroy, Lori Baker, Kathy and Steve Schultz, and Ginger Haley, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his brothers Ronnie, Gary, and Dennis McElroy, and his cherished cat, Bum, who was his constant companion in latter years.

Charles loved deeply and was deeply loved. He will be remembered for his strength, dedication, and the steady presence he gave to those around him.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at Smith Benton Family Funeral Home, located at 322 North Market Street in Benton, Arkansas. Burial will follow at Gravel Hill Cemetery in Benton.

Serving as pallbearers are Matt Schultz, Hunter Schultz, Mike Taber, Jimmy Baker, Joey Castiglia, and Vincent Castiglia. Honorary pallbearers are Junior Dickerson, Jack Bulhoes, and Langston Bulhoes.

The family would like to thank Saline Memorial Hospital and Gentiva Hospice, with a special thanks to Tim, Tom, Annie, and Joey for the loving care shown over this past year.