of Melbourne, AR
January 15, 1938 - March 3, 2021
James F. Crisman 83 of Melbourne, Ar. passed away Wednesday March 3rd 2021 at White River Medical Center, Batesville, Ar.
James was born in Ottawa Illinois to George and Bernice (Brownfield) Crisman on January 15th 1938. He met and married the love of his life Nancy June Bayer on May 21st 1960 at the Norway United Methodist Church.
James served 2 years in the United States Marine Corps before beginning his 30 year career at Caterpillar Tractor Company in Joliet Illinois. In 1986 James retired from Caterpillar Tractor and he & Nancy moved to Melbourne, Arkansas where he helped create the Allison/Sylamore Fire Department. James spent several years working on the fire department while using his spare time creating treasures for his family and friends. Making furniture and crafts became his passion, if Nancy drew it or had a need for something Jim created it. There was nothing he couldn't repair, build or create if anyone had a need. He and Nancy enjoyed many years of teaching their grandchildren to enjoy the rivers and creeks that surrounded them. Every grandchild could cast a line and bait a hook before they could write their names. When they weren't enjoying the joys of nature or building treasures, he and Nancy could be found teaching their grandchildren the fine art of yard saling. In their 58 plus years of marriage he and Nancy shared many adventures all while raising their 8 children who adored them.
James is survived by his children, Tammie (Clifton) Lessman of Mountain View, James (Pam) Crisman of Norway Illinois, Nick (Laura) Crisman of Marseilles Illinois, Pammie Revell of Mountain View, Vickie (Charles) Stroud of Mountain View, Norma (Robert) Burdette of Mountain View, John (Jennifer) Crisman of Mountain View, Rick (Cindy) Crisman of Fayetteville; 19 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
James was proceeded in death by his loving wife Nancy; his parents George and Bernice, 1 brother Joseph, 3 sisters Alberta, Lois, Beverly, 1 son in law Charles, 1 grandson Thomas and his daughter Ann Marie who passed in infancy.
Jim lived an amazingly full life surrounded by family and friends. His passing will leave all who knew him many fond memories of the strong, caring, wonderful man he was.
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8 Condolence(s)
Carol Wade
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
John and the rest of the family I was saddened to here of your loss. Your father has left a legacy of special things like: acts of kindness, friendships, and happy memories. He will be remembered for the knowledge he passed on to others, his kindhearted ways, and his ready smile. Though his job on Earth has come to an end his legacy will live on in the hearts and memories of all the people blessed enough to have known him.
Dinah & Reuben Balentine
Monday, March 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Dinah & Reuben Balentine
Monday, March 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Wanda Vannatter
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Vickie, i’m so sorry to hear about your father’s death. I know how much you loved and respected him.
Prayers for your families as you go through this trying time.
Butch and Paula Brownlee
Thursday, March 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss,
Gerald Gray
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Dear Pam and your family,
I want to express my sincere condolences.
Gerald
Danny & Martha Simmons
Thursday, March 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He was a good man and will be greatly missed by all. RIP brother. Prayers for you all
Ann Cartwright
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Ms. Norma,
We are so deeply sadden to learn of Mr. Jim's passing. We want to extend our deepest condolences to you and your entire family. We will be lifting you all up in our prayers during this time.
Taylor Hearing Centers,
Ann and Moriah