In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Lucille McCroskey; first wife, Marjorie Ann Stephens McCroskey; one sister; and three brothers.
Vernon is survived by his daughter, Susan Paxton (Bob); grandson, Nicholas Paxton; great-grandsons; and brother, Berlin McCroskey.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 14th, 2019 at Price Cemetery with Rev. Mike Smith officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Arkansas Baptist Children’s Home.
The online obituary, guestbook, and memorial tribute are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.