Robert H. McCrary M.D.
1939 - 2016
Robert H. McCrary M.D.
1939 - 2016
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Robert McCrary Obituary
Hattiesburg, MS
Services will be held at 1:30 PM Friday at Grace Temple Church for Robert Hope McCrary, MD, 77, of Hattiesburg, MS with Rev. Dwayne Higgason officiating.
He went to be with his Lord on Monday, September 5, 2016 at Forrest General Hospital.
Interment will be in Highland Cemetery with Military Rites performed by the VFW Post 3036 Honor Guard.
Bob was born in Arcadia, Louisiana to C.L. and Ida McCrary on June 28, 1939. He attended Arcadia High School. He and Donna Ann Johnson were married December 26, 1960. He received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana Tech and completed medical school in 1964 at Louisiana State University in New Orleans, LA, and then completed his internship at Confederate Memorial Center in Shreveport, LA in 1965. Dr. McCrary was a flight surgeon in the United States Army from 1965-1967 and then returned to complete his residency in Otolaryngology at Confederate Memorial Medical Center, currently LSU University Hospital. Dr. McCrary began his medical practice in Hattiesburg in 1971.
He loved football and was a longtime supporter of the USM Golden Eagles, LSU Tigers and the New Orleans Saints. He also had a passion for both fresh and salt water fishing.
Bob is survived by his spouse, Donna McCrary of Hattiesburg; children, Shawn Richards (Arthur) of Brandon, MS, Robert McCrary (Stephanie) of Hattiesburg, MS, Erin Sherlock (Richard) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and Joel McCrary of Los Angeles, California; two brothers, Curtis McCrary, Jr. (Jackie) of Arcadia Louisiana and Philip McCrary (Sue) of Monroe, Louisiana; grandchildren, Beau, Josh and Annalee Richards, Sam and Emily McCrary, Katherine, Bryce and Scott Sherlock.
Pallbearers will be Stoney Williamson, Ray Richard, John Harrison, Jim Cameron, Rudd Schultze, Robert Schultze, Todd Williamson and George Reed.
Memorials may be made to Homes for Hope for Children, 344 Harold Tucker Road, Purvis, MS 39475; Presbyterian Christian School, 103 WSF Tatum , Hattiesburg, MS 39401; Christian Services, PO Box 1994, Hattiesburg, MS 39403; Grace Temple Church, 1131 Richburg Road; Hattiesburg, MS 39402.
Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday at Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home and beginning at 12:00 noon Friday at Grace Temple Church.
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Robert Smith
September 2, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Robert W Smith
September 2, 2021
Dr. McCrary was a wonderful Doctor and man. Missed very much.
Cindy Harvison
September 26, 2017
I just found out Dr. McCrary passed and I am saddened. He was a great doctor and man of God. The first time I met him was in the early 90's, my son had to have his tonsils & adenoids removed and he found a rock that was in his eardrum that we had no idea was there. I will always remember him and I loved it going into his office where he had the sign 'God is the great physician', so glad he acknowledged the Lord. In 2002 I was having sinus problems and Dr. McCrary performed my surgery and removed bone spurs in my sinuses, the worse surgery I've had, but he was great in helping me. I also have sent my girls to him when they had problems and he helped identify they had asthma. I am now having some problems and needing to see an ENT and I immediately thought of Dr. McCrary, was going to set an appointment with him and saddened to see he passed, but know he is a better place. My daddy passed away last February so I understand the void in his families life. Sending prayers to them.
Jay Foster
June 16, 2017
Dr. McCrary was the ONLY doctor that finally solved my sinus problems. I went through at least a dozen doctors trying to find the problem. He was a great doctor and I will miss him.
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Debra Hammack
September 22, 2016
I didn't really know Dr McCrary outside of church but I can say he was the church! No matter where he was it was always apparent that he was a man of God. Ms Donna and the Doc was so good to us and always made us feel welcome in their home.
With much love,
Howie and Debra Hammack
Rose Myers
September 15, 2016
God Bless... Dr McCrary was a wonderful doctor and a great man of integrity. Treated my brother for many years and helped him so much.
Trellis Green
September 15, 2016
Dr. McCrary literally gave me my life back when other doctors fell short. He greatly relieved and practically totally eliminated a lifetime of suffering from debilitating, chronic allergies and frequent, severe upper respiratory infections with methods other doctors couldn't or wouldn't consider. They worked every time, and no other doctor ever took the time and effort to help a patient than Dr. McCrary. He is one of THE most influential people in my life and I will never be able to replace him for my treatments. He is also one of the kindest and warmest people I have ever known and he was a man of deep faith and inspiration to me. I know where he is and I look forward to meeting him again.
Trellis Green
September 15, 2016
Dr. McCrary literally gave me my life back, relieving me of and almost totally eliminating my lifetime, chronic allergies and frequent upper respiratory infections in ways and methods other doctors would or could not. He is one of THE most influential people I have ever known in my life. I loved him as a kind and decent man of deep faith, and I will never be able to replace him. But I know where is .
Cecilia Stover
September 9, 2016
I knew Dr. McCrary first in a professional way as I was a nurse at Wesley in the early 80s and then he was my doctor for the next 35 years. He was always compassionate and caring as he helped me with my medical issues. I will miss him and his genuine faith in God. He told me he would work till Jesus called him home. Rest in peace in the arms of our Saviour.
Cecilia Stover
Mollie Jo Hinton
September 9, 2016
I was one of Dr. McCrary's first patients in 1971 when he first came to Hattiesburg. I have continued often to see him since that time. He was the most dedicated Christian man and had at times prayed with me and for me and my family in his office. I will always be thankful for the CHRISTIAN stand he stood for in his life and praise GOD for the lives he influenced in his medical practice and daily life. My prayers are with his family at this special time.
Bonnie Head
September 9, 2016
I have been a patient of Dr. McCrary since 1994, and I am so saddened by his passing. Not sad for him, because I know I will see him again when the Lord returns. Saddened for us because now we have to learn how to live without his compassion and his ability to make his patients feel so secure in his care. He was always so quick to make sure we understood about our medicines and would offer up other suggestions to ensure we returned to optimal health as soon as possible. He was very dear to me and I admired him so much. My prayers will be lifted up for his wife, children and grandchildren that now have to live without this wonderful man. His office will never be the same!
He will be missed greatly!
Melba Lott
September 9, 2016
Dr. McCrary was truly a Godly man...I know personally because he was my son's Dr. for years and when we hit a troubled area that he no longer had a solution for , he called upon God for the answer...My deepest condolences to his family during this difficult time.....MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU....AMEN
Kelly Atwood
September 8, 2016
Dr. McCrary has always been my favorite doctor. I've been his patient since 1989. My heart is broken to hear of his passing. He was such a wonderful, caring person. He always listened to what I had to say concerning my health, and I always knew I could trust in his care. Although I didn't know him outside of his practice, with his friendly demeanor, I felt I knew him as a friend. We have lost a great doctor and a very good man. He is going to be missed by so many. Prayers for his family and those who worked with him. I'll be waiting to see his sweet soul again.
Angela Prine
September 8, 2016
Dr. McCrary had an amazing manner of putting one at ease. My daughter first saw him at two years old; a year ago on her sixteenth birthday was her last time to see him when she had mono. He was so thorough , kind, and in a good humor. He wasn't afraid to share his faith when the need arose. I admired his willingness and his expertise in trying alternative, less popular methods; he tirelessly worked for solutions. We always left his office feeling cared for; we placed great confidence in him.
We are deeply saddened by his sudden passing and will be praying for his family who will surely be shaken without his reassuring presence. May they find comfort under the wings of the Lord (Ps. 91).
Dawn Gillis
September 8, 2016
What a wonderful man and doctor. He will be truly missed. I had known him since 1993 and I will cherish all of the memories. Rest in peace Dr. McCrary!
Dr. George Wilkerson
September 7, 2016
I had the honor and privilege of knowing and practicing medicine for many years at the same hospitals with this wonderful physician. He was dedicated to his profession and his patients , always ready and willing to take time to help .
Robert Smith
September 7, 2016
Dr. McCrary had been my ear Doctor since 1992. He was a special person to me. We always ended my visit talking about football and fishing. My sincere sympathy to Mrs. McCrary, his children and grandchildren. We all will miss him . Robert W. Smith, Poplarville, Ms.
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