Alice "Fay" Calicutt

Alice “Fay” Calicutt, age 83, of Arp, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on July 2, 2024. She took her last breath as she held her devoted daughter’s hand and crossed over into Heaven to meet Jesus. Fay was born on March 10, 1941 in the small town of Deberry, Texas to the late Allen Wynne and Rosie Lee Ratley.

Fay will always be remembered for her warm smile, kind heart and unwavering love for her family. In her earlier years, she dedicated herself to creating a loving and nurturing home as a homemaker. She was a talented Home Interior Designer who had a keen eye for detail and a natural flair for creating beautiful living spaces. Her creative touch brought joy and comfort to all who entered her home. She was a member of the OES Eastern Star, Troup Chapter, 421 for 47 years. She also enjoyed bowling in her early years and she always cherished time with her family and loved her Maltipoo, Fancy.

Fay was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Jerry Don Calicutt, Sr., beloved mother, Rosie Lee Murrell, brothers Rodney and Melvin Stanford, brother Johnny Wynne and his wife, Pat; brother Dee Wynne, brother Malcolm Murrell and sister, Claudine Stanford Barber and her husband Joe. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Calicutt and David Howard of Wright City. Teresa was the light of her life and she and her sons Scotty and Colt brought Fay immense joy. Fay thought the world of David and lit up with a smile when he walked in the room or she heard his voice.

Other survivors include her son, Jerry Don Calicutt, Jr.; brother Willie Murrell and wife Barbara of Parkersburg, Illinois; sister-n-law Christine Stanford of Siloam Springs, Arkansas; Brother-In-Law Walker James Calicutt of Granbury, Texas; Sister-In-Law Pat Parrish of Newark, Arkansas; Her precious grandchildren were Scotty Sieber, Jr. and wife Brittany; Colt Sieber and Bracken Calicutt; other specials joys in Memaw’s life were her Great Grandchildren, Teryn Sieber, Taylor Sieber, Bryant Sieber, Brody Sieber, Brant Sieber & Abby Cantwell & Great-Great Grandchildren, Brooklyn Gale Stewart, Bexleigh Paige Judalet; and her loyal great granddog, Lucky; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews; and many other adored relatives and friends. Also, special friends Barbara Hubbard, Sharon Templeton and Angie Tucker for their continued support and outpouring love.

Fay’s kind and caring nature, paired with her boundless creativity and eye for design, endeared her to all who knew her. Those who had the privilege of crossing paths with Fay experienced her generosity, thoughtfulness and compassion. She will be forever missed by her family and friends. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace, surrounded by the beauty she cherished and created throughout her life.

On behalf of the family, thank you to Hospice of East Texas; as well as a very special thank you to Fay’s Angels, AKA nurses, Tabatha, Sam, and Winnie.

In loving memory of Fay, donations can be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd.,Tyler, Texas 75701.

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