of Marvell, AR
May 30, 1927 - May 5, 2015
Elner Hartsfield Crisp, age 87, of Marvell, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at Helena, Arkansas. Mrs. Crisp was born May 30, 1927 at Creigh, Arkansas to the late Ralph Leonard Hartsfield and the late Annie Kornegay Hartsfield. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Marvell.
She is survived by one son, Curtis Crisp (Vicky) of Elaine, Arkansas; one daughter, Evelyn Crisp of Leander, Texas; four grandchildren, Casey Benefield, Eric Benefield, Jessica Harvey (Alex) and Phillip Jennings (Kristi); two great-grandchildren, Alexis Henry and Jett Jennings; four sisters, Barbara Crisp (Floyd) of Marvell, Imogene Hollowell of Huntsville, Alabama, Julia Carruth of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas and Toni Thompson of Hernando, Mississippi; and a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Daniel Boone Crisp; infant daughter, Ann Crisp; two brothers, Troy E. Hartsfield and Vernon D. Hartsfield; and a sister, Joan Holloway.
A graveside service for Elner Crisp will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 8, 2015 at Cypert Cemetery in Marvell, Arkansas. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at the cemetery. Officiating will be Reverend Luke Watson.
Honorary pallbearers are Donald Cutlip, Pointer Hall, Sr., Craig Carruth, Monte Hollowell, Allen Crisp, Rhodes Thompson, Fred Holloway, Vaughn Holloway, Leonard Hartsfield, John M. Hall, Steven Crisp, Vic Dulaney and Rick Cooke.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Marvell, 707 Carruth Street, Marvell, Arkansas 72366.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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21 Condolence(s)
Clara Williamson
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Remembering you at this sad time.
Janie scaife
Monday, May 11, 2015
Thinking of your family at this sad time.
Karen Billingsley Riegler
Friday, May 8, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Crisp family. Mrs. Crisp was a kind, wonderful lady. May the Lord keep you all in His peace.
Karen B. Riegler
Melba McIntosh
Friday, May 8, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Elner. She was a good friend to me and I always enjoyed visiting with her while dressing her hair. She was a wonderful day care giver for the kids after school and anytime you needed her. Her smile was always a welcome sight. She had a caring spirit and many people will miss her.
TrishMonroe
Friday, May 8, 2015
Evelyn.....
I have just been at a loss of words to say but my prayers have been with you, asking Gods guidance through such a tough time. As I see this photo of your Mom I have so many memories. We spent a lot of hours at the church when we were younger in "lock ins" and youth rallies. Our lives were so much easier then! But I think your Mom had the same smile and advice all the way through even until the last time I spoke to her. She was always full of compliments and I never heard her complain! Even the pastor used her as an example from the pulpit on several occasions in the past few years. If that is not a special honor I dont know what one could be. As you have grown up I noticed more and more how you act just like she did. So very sorry for your loss but she is smiling with Jesus today as we put the earthly life to rest.
Love.
Trish
Sue Russell
Friday, May 8, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Elner was such a sweet lady and a good neighbor and friend. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Friday, May 8, 2015
So sorry about your sweet Mother. We will keep you in our prayers. Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Tommy & Lynda Butcher
Thursday, May 7, 2015
May God give you strength and courage during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Gwen ford henderson
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Evelyn and Curtis... I just read about your Mom in the church letter.. I am so sorry to hear this news.. Mom is saddened also... As we all know.. She was not just a cousin but to my oldest.. Jennifer.. She was her "other Mother" she took such good care of her for me!she will be missed by all that she touched.. My heart is heavy as u go through this.. Prayers..
Sherry & Larry Perkins
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Curtis, Vicky, & family, we are so sorry to hear about your mom. Mrs Elner was such a sweet lady, always had such a pretty smile. You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Barbara Crisp Salley
Thursday, May 7, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of such a precious woman. I loved her sweet smile and kind words. Love you, Barbara
Reta Thomas Batts
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Dear Evelyn and Curtis,
I'm so sorry to hear that your mother passed away. I
loved her so much. She was always so good to me, she
Will be missed by many people. May God bless you
and your family.
Love always,
Reta Thomas Batts
Sandy and Garry Halbert
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Evelyn, We are saddened to hear about your mom. Just wanted you to know we are asking God to give you and all your family His peace and comfort as He begins to walk with you and your family through this journey.
Love you,
Garry and Sandy Halbert
Larry Johnston
Thursday, May 7, 2015
May God give you comfort and strength during this time of loss.
Layne Hall
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Curtis and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Boyce and Ellen
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Evelyn, Curtis and all the family - we are so sorry for your loss. Elner was one of the sweetest people I have known. And she has been such a good friend/cousin to Mama. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Pat & Pete Hardy
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Curtis, I am glad I had the little visit with you and
your Mom even though I knew she didn't feel good. She was always a very sweet person
wherever I saw her.
May God comfort you and the family during this
sad time. My heart reaches out to you and Vicky
Thomas Bland
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Aunt Elner Lee inspired me as a child to love symbology her and uncle Dan gave me my first hymn stories book. It turned into a life long passion. I loved her so much. Curtis y'all are in my prayers and thougthoughts.
Proverbs 31
Gaylan and Pam
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Curtis, Vicky and family, May the comforting hands of God touch you in this time of sorrow. If you need anything please let us know!
Sherry Wooten
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
My dear family, I am so sorry for our loss of Aunt Elner. She was such a wonderful Christian wife, mother, sister, and a friend to everyone she met. God gave her a special love for children, not just for her own two, but for a host of us that she helped raise. I will forever remember her as a nurturing, loving, caring, wonderful angel with a beautiful smile. I certainly appreciate all the love and care she gave to me. I loved her very much.
Jackie Sanders
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Dear Curtis and Family,
So sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a sweet lady.