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Georgia Crysel Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnie B. Crysel; parents Willie C. and Jesse J. May; brother Willie C. May; sister Oma Dell Pittman.
She is survived by two sons, Lt. Gen. (retired) James W. Crysel (Trudy), Fripp Island, S.C.; John B. Crysel (Anna Lee), Brentwood, TN; Phyllis C. Cooper (Pete), Sylacauga; grandchildren Kirsten C. Palmer (Phil); Jim Crysel, Jr.; Karen C. Slaten (Chad); April Lane C. Lund (Jonathan); Taylor B. Crysel; LeAnna Crysel; six great-grandchildren Ilaria Crysel, Reid and Ryan Slaten, James, Katie, and Elizabeth Palmer, and several nieces and nephews.
She was born in Luverne, Alabama, October, 12, 1919. Her greatest joy was being a dedicated homemaker, cooking and preparing food for her family and friends. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She was an active member of Mignon United Methodist Church since moving to Sylacauga in 1949, and was an active parent in the Sylacauga School System for twenty-one years, support in the PTA, sports, and the band. She later was employed in the High School Hospital dietary department. She later transferred to central supply where she worked for 21 years.
The family gives thanks to the Coosa Valley Medical Staff, TCU staff, Dr. Bowen, and Coosa Valley Hospice for their care, concern, compassion, and attention during the time of her illness.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Mignon United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1273, Sylacauga, Alabama or a charity of your choice.
Curtis and Son Funeral Home will direct the service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Georgia Crysel
Phyllis Cooper
March 29, 2013
She was such a loving and carrrying person and a friend to every one that she met. I will miss her so much and cherish all the memories I have of the time we were together.
March 26, 2013
John: We extend our sincere sympathy to you in the loss of your Mother.
SHS Class of 1972
March 26, 2013
phylis and family I am truly sorry to hear about mrs. crysel.She was a wonderful person and a good friend. my prayers are with you. Betty Grier Gallaher and Jack
Fredia Dillard
March 25, 2013
John, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Mary Ola Howard Lee
March 25, 2013
Dear John and Family,
I am so sorry about the passing of your sweet Mother. I know she will be missed on this earth very much. Heaven is just that much sweeter with her presence there. May God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit bring you comfort and peace.
Kay Haisten
March 25, 2013
I will truely miss Mrs. Crysel. I have enjoyed several of her recepies. She earned her wings and now is a precious angel. My deepest sympathy.
Tasha Smith, RN
March 25, 2013
It was a pleasure having the opportunity to care for Mrs. Crysel on TCU. Being her nurse during her entire stay created a great attachment and a personal bond. She was a beautiful person both inside and out and she was always full of kind words and compliments. We all loved her dearly and she will forever be a part of our TCU family!
March 24, 2013
Gen. Crysel & Trudie and John,
I am genuinely sorry to hear of Mrs. Crysel's passing. She was a very special lady. I remember her when I worked at the Sylacauga Hospital over 30 years ago. I didn't know she had been so sick. I no longer work at First Baptist Church.
May God wrap his loving arms around all of you as you go through this terrible time.
Sharon Brewer Mitchell
Mary Daniels
March 24, 2013
I will miss you Aunt Georgia Lane. I love you dearly. My deepest sympathies to Wendell, Phyllis, John and their families.
Jimmy House
March 24, 2013
My heart aches. I have known her, your dad and your grandparents all my life. Love and prayers for you all.
March 24, 2013
My condolences to the family of Mrs. Crysel-a dear family I have always felt part of. So many memories of being in Mrs. Crysel's home and visiting with her at church... I am most grateful to have had the opportunity to talk with her recently at the hospital. May God bless her soul. My love to you all. Beverly Cleghorn Ricks
Evonne Green
March 24, 2013
It has been my honor to have known such a wonderful person. You are forever in my memories...
Karen Slaten
March 24, 2013
I am honored to be the first to sign this book. My grandmother was a one in a million. I have so many wonderful memories of time spent with her. I stayed with her when I was little and have so many vivid memories! She was a perfectionist in all that she did especially in the kitchen. We will all miss our mother, grandmother, and granny. She was a rock for our family and one of the bravest most independent women I've ever met! Love you forever grandmother.
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