He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II where he served as a tail gunner and radio operator in a PBM-5 Mariner seaplane. He attended David Lipscomb College in Nashville, TN, and served as an elder in the Monticello Church of Christ from 1966 -2009.
Louis was a retired District Sales Manager for Massey-Ferguson and a cattleman. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, and gardening. In addition to his parents, Louis was also preceded in death by a brother, William B. McGuire, Jr.; a sister, Helen McGuire Garafalo; and an infant son.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Martin McGuire of Monticello; a daughter Tamra Mullen and husband Glen of Lago Vista, TX; and two granddaughters.
Funeral service will be at 5:00 P.M. Friday, May 15, 2015 at Monticello Church of Christ. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be 6:00 8:00 Thursday, May 14 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Church of Christ Building Fund or Weevils For Christ, P.O. Box 485 Monticello, AR 71657. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Allen and Carla Jeter
Crossett, AR Thursday, May 14, 2015 Mrs. McGuire just read about Mr. McGuire and I want you to know our heart goes out to you and all the family. He was a great man who had a great influence on me growing up in Monticello and I always looked forward to seeing him with that friendly welcome every time we went back to see Mom. May God Bless you during this time and I can just see Mr. Louis greeting everybody with that friendly welcome as they enter into their eternal reward!! Love you Mrs. McGuire.Ray & Sandra Hall
Henderson, TX Thursday, May 14, 2015 We were saddened to learn of Louis' passing. What a great man. He modeled Christianity and exercised his spiritual gift of leadership in the church. His good influence lives on. May God's peace and comfort sustain Betty, Tamra and the entire family.David and Loyce Ray
Hot Village Arkansas, AR Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Louis's passing is such a loss to all. His caring and sharing...truly living out his faith in Christ, was a wonderful example for all of us. His kind spirit was a blessing to all whose life he touched. May God bless him and his family. Please know that each of you are dearly loved as family.Tish Thomas
Marion, AR Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Mr. Louis was a role model for everyone, especially in the church. He will be greatly missed but his memories will live on in our hearts. Prayers for Mrs. Bettye and her family.Gay Pace
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Mrs. Betty,You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your love and devotion to Mr. Louis was such an inspiration to so many. May God give you strength during this difficult time. We love you. Grant, Gay & Brice Pace
Lindy Hester
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Mrs. Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Mr. Louis coming to the basketball games. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Barbara Benton
Warren, AR Monday, May 11, 2015 Mrs. Betty,I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. McGuire. I just learned of his death on yesterday. He and I would talk almost every day at The Woods when I visited my mom. If I didn't see him, he would stop by my mom's room to speak and see how she was doing.
The two of you were always some of the sweetest people I've ever known. It is my hope and prayer that you will continue to live life to the fullest and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you in His care.
Barbara Benton
Janice Wiggam Haisty
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, May 11, 2015 Betty & family,I am sorry to hear about Louis. What a great neighbor you both were to my family. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you comfort and peace in your sorrow.
With love & sympathy,
Janice Wiggam Haisty
Jim and Elaine McGuire and Family
Lilburn, GA Monday, May 11, 2015 Uncle Louis will be missed. He definitely was a favorite uncle. He was always warm and kind and sweet. And I will never forget his smile. He let me learn to drive using his pickup truck as we zoomed around fields picking up bales of hay. He taught me to bird hunt and fish. He always had the warmest and softest hands to shake or to pat you on the back. We will miss him.Kent davis
Maumelle, AR Monday, May 11, 2015 Great man I know he will be missed, he always treated me the best. I am sorry for your lossMyrna Martin
Franklin, TN Saturday, May 9, 2015 He was one of the dearest people on this earth, and we were so blessed to have him in our family. He genuinely cared for all of us sisters-in-law and we are so happy they found each other. It's a love story that we never tire of repeating.Lori McCoy
, AR Friday, May 8, 2015 Ms, Betty, I am so very sorry for your loss. You two inspire me to make life good with my life partner. I watched the love you shared and it made my heart warm! I hope you can find some comfort in knowing Mr. Louis is no longer hurting...anywhere! I love you!Martha Barbee
Monticello, AR Friday, May 8, 2015 I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. McGuire passing away. What a great Christian example he was and such a joy to be around.