James "Kenny" Kenneth McCullough

James Kenneth “Kenny” McCullough, 70, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on August 19, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.  

Kenny was born on August 29, 1955, in Salem, Arkansas, to Lindel Harding McCullough and Lea Golden (Davis) McCullough. He was united in marriage to Cindy Ann Hutson on December 27, 1975, in Viola, Arkansas. Together they shared a life centered on faith, family, farming, and community.

Kenny dedicated more than 25 years of service as a Loan Officer with the Farm Service Agency, helping farmers throughout the area. He was also a lifelong farmer and spent more than 40 years raising registered Quarter Horses, a passion that brought him great joy and accomplishment.

Above all, Kenny loved his family. He treasured every moment spent with his children and grandchildren and was happiest when surrounded by those he loved most. A man of strong faith, he was a faithful member of Salem First Baptist Church.

Kenny is survived by his loving wife, Cindy McCullough of Salem, Arkansas; his son, Flint McCullough of Salem, Arkansas; two daughters, Sarah Clairday (Joshua Heffington) of Salem, Arkansas, and Jody McCullough (Mason Duff) of Salem, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Lillian, Cord, Eli, Kolby, Kade, Asher, Alley, and Atlyn; his brother, David McCullough of Little Rock, Arkansas; three sisters, Vicki McCullough (Roger) of Parker, Texas, Joyce Taylor (Johnny) of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Carol Stephens (Witt) of Little Rock, Arkansas; as well as many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lindel Harding McCullough and Lea Golden McCullough; his grandson, Austin McCullough; and his son-in-law, Jason Clairday.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Salem First Baptist Church in Salem, Arkansas, with Bro. Tyler Fox officiating.

Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Salem First Baptist Church in Salem, Arkansas.

Interment will follow in Salem Cemetery in Salem, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be Scotty Walker, Cord McCullough, Seth Pate, Rick Pate, Steve Hutson, Barry Hutson, Billy Jones, and Connie Hutson.

Memorials may be made to Salem First Baptist Church, Salem, Arkansas.

Arrangements are under the direction of Barker Funeral Home of Salem, Arkansas.