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Richard Crisp Obituary
Marion - Richard T. Crisp, 88, of Marion, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Hospice and Palliative Care of Rutherford County in Forest City. Born on April 24, 1925 in Clay County, he was a son of the late Leeberry and Artie Crisp. Mr. Crisp was employed for 42 years at Broyhill as plant manager, then worked for Henredon Furniture for 8 years before retiring. He was an honorable veteran with the 29th Infantry and of the D-Day Invasion at Normandy. Richard loved working outdoors, especially mowing the lawn and working with his tractor, and was proud to display the U.S. flag in his front yard. He enjoyed people and loved talking with them. Richard will always be remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, Mr. Crisp was preceded in death by a grandson, Keith Crisp, a sister, Neva Baxter and a sister-in-law, Naomi Crisp.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife of almost 67 years, Margie Lee Frady Crisp of the home; a son, Richard L. "Dicky" Crisp and wife Susan of Marion; five brothers, Eugene Crisp, and wife Maude, Glen Crisp, J.P. Crisp, Louis Crisp and wife Margaret, and Lester Crisp and wife Judy; three grandchildren, Paul Crisp, Jennifer Snyder and husband Chris, and Kelly Crisp and wife Jessica, all of Marion; three great grandchildren, Alana, Katie and Cameron; and a number of great-nieces and great-nephews.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel at Westmoreland Funeral Home with the Revs. Dennis Hensley and Miller Kiser burial will follow in Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with military rites. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Flowers are accepted and appreciated, but for memorial contributions, please consider Hospice and Palliative Care of Rutherford, P.O. Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.
Westmoreland Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. An online register is available under OBITUARIES at www.westmorelandfuneralhome.com.
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Doug McDaniel
June 10, 2022
Richard Crisp was the reason I pursued the Furniture Industry as a career. He truly was a great mentor, friend and leader. I miss him dearly.
Doug McDaniel
July 4, 2013
Richard was a great man. I was fortunate to work with him and for him for about 12 years at Broyhill in Rutherfordton, Broyhill in Marion, and Henredon. He truly was a people person and knew how to treat everyone the same. He loved his family, telling war stories, and riding his tractor. I considered Richard a dear friend that helped me through life. My condolences to Margie Lee, Dickey, and the rest of the family.
Melisa Jordan
June 18, 2013
Praying for the family.
Julie Crisp
June 18, 2013
Love you uncle Richard you will be missed dearly. Richard was a great man he loved his family . Now he is in heaven with grandma, grandpa, his grandson Keith, sister Neva and many more. We still have Lester my dad, JP, Lewis, Glenn and Eugene. It was a hard day for all. I love each and everyone of you!
Robert and Martha Crisp
June 17, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Richard. He will be missed. We are out of town and will not be able to attend the service, but please know our hearts and prayers are with you.
Rodney Mace
June 17, 2013
I didn't know Mr. Crisp but I salute his service in WW2. Men like Mr. Crisp helped shape America into the nation we have today. Far too many of these vet pass each day...they are a national treasure.
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