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Feb 22, 1937 - Oct 6, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I'm ML Crsitee nephew he was a loving caring man even though i didn't see him allot we always talked on the phone I'll miss him
Robert Cristee
October 09, 2025 | Brookings, OR
He was the best friend a person could have. I will cherish every moment we had together.
Angela Pope
October 09, 2025 | Alma, AR | Friend
Sorry for ur loss
ELIZABETH Aguiar
October 09, 2025 | Fort Smith, AR | Friend
So sorry for ur loss .
brenda Ellenbarger
October 09, 2025 | Van Buren, AR
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Tammy Hawkins
October 09, 2025 | Van Buren, AR | Family
Rest in peace my friend we will miss you in church Charlie and Judy
Charlie and Judy Bowen
October 09, 2025 | Alma, AR | Friend
You will be missed.
Keith and Renae Smith
October 08, 2025 | Van Buren, AR | Friend
Remembered By
Sherry Howe
October 07, 2025 | Fort Smith, AR | Friend
Monroe Luther Cristee, 88, of Van Buren, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Washington Regional Hospital in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
He was born on February 22, 1937, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Dale and Melvina (Lewis) Cristee Sr. Monroe spent more than 60 years as a dedicated truck driver, a career he truly loved. Whether he was on the open road or collecting buckeyes, Monroe found joy in simple pleasures and hard work. He was also a proud member of Rudy Baptist Church.
Monroe is survived by two daughters, Karen Douthitt and husband Dean of Rogers, Arkansas and Bridget Cathey of Charleston, Arkansas; three sons, Justus Passmore of Van Buren, Arkansas, Gabriel Cristee and wife Brittany of Van Buren, Arkansas, and Scott Cristee and wife Sofia of Louisville, Texas. He was blessed with twenty grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren who brought him great pride and happiness.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, Jeanie Bearden, Janie Lambertson, and Gayle Cristee; and three brothers, Dale Cristee Jr., Joe Cristee, and Hanky Ray Ramsey.
Monroe will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his love of driving, and his devotion to family and faith.
Cremation Arrangements are under the direction of Cremations Only LLC.
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