Arthur McCammon “Mac” French, 75, of Fort Scott, passed away early Tuesday morning, March 11, 2025. He was born October 7, 1949, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the son of Arthur McCammon French and Patricia Ruth (Bicknel) French. He married Nema
Burton and together they had two children, Tommy and Courtney. They later divorced, and Mac moved to the Dallas, Texas area to work. He married Shawn Murphy later in life, and she preceded him in death on January 9, 2021.
Mac graduated from Colgan High School and went on to graduate from Pittsburg State University. He was a Visual Merchandiser and worked for Sally Beauty Supply company. Mac was an excellent guitar player and lead singer, and played in several bands.
Survivors include his son, Thomas McCammon French, of Arma, Kansas; a sister, Shari Magee, of Fort Scott; grandson Cooper French, of Arma, Kansas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Shawn, Mac was also preceded in death by his parents, and his daughter, Courtney Amber French.
Following cremation, private family graveside services will be at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery, under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic School, and may be left in
the care of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street, P.O. Box 309, Fort Scott, KS, 66701. Friends and family may sign the online guest book and share memories at www.konantzcheney.com.
