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Chrystal Jacobs Obituary

HAMPTON - Mrs. Chrystal Crump Harris Jacobs (Chris) died on Wednesday, July 23, 2003, in the Riverside Convalescent Center. Born June 27, 1914, in Newport News, Va., she was the daughter of the late James W. Crump and the late Malion U. Crump, nee Taylor. She was the oldest of eight siblings. Chris attended the public schools of Newport News, Va., graduating from Huntington High School in June 1931. She continued her studies at Hampton Institute. Mrs. Jacobs joined First Church of Newport News-Baptist during her early childhood. She was an active participant in the works of her church throughout her life. She was employed by the Naval Department at the Newport News Shipyard where she received several meritorious awards and citations. Chris retired from government service in May, 1981. Chris is survived by two sons, Reverend Vernon L. Harris of Hampton, Va., Edgar C. Harris of San Francisco, Calif.; one stepson, Ellis Jacobs; one granddaughter, Denedriane Dean (Arthur); three great-grandchildren, Arthur III, Dominique and Adia; one beloved 'daughter'-in-law, Catherine Harris; three sisters, Mesdames Louise C. Walker of New York City, Alethia C. Howard of Hampton, Va., Barbara C. Hutchinson of Philadelphia, Pa.; one brother, William F. Crump (Barbara); one aunt, Bercenia T. Owens (Warren); one niece, Karla Crump; six nephews, Lawrence Howard, Wendell Howard, Gary Howard, Nelson Howard, Thomas J. Hutchinson II, Mark B. Crump; and a host of great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. on Monday, July 28, at First Church of Newport News Baptist, 2300 Wickham Avenue, Newport News. Interment will follow in Pleasant Shade Cemetery. Viewing will begin on Sunday, July 27, from noon to 4 p.m. with a wake to follow from 4 to 5 p.m. at O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. Mrs. Jacobs will lie in state at the church on Monday from 11 a.m. until the hour of the service. The family will receive friends at 13 Mimosa Crescent, Hampton, Va. Arrangements are by O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home.

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Published by Daily Press from Jul. 24 to Jul. 26, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Chrystal Jacobs

9 Entries

Lena L. Holmes

July 28, 2003

07/27/2003,

Family;

How good it was to see "cousin" Chrystal so peaceful and serene after such an awesome fight.

If there ever were an assurance of heaven, then Chrystal's peaceful sleep is indicative of it.

May the same God of such peace, keep you and yours as you endure this most difficult hour.

And may we all garner from her ever so slight smile, (as she rests) death has lost it's sting--for the children of God.

And on that "great gittin' up mornin'" when the dead in Christ shall rise first--we'll look to see Chrystal, again.

Cousins,

Lena L. Holmes &

Robert P. Crump

William and Mary Picott

July 27, 2003

Vernon, Edgar and family,

We have wonderful memories of your

mother. Her love of the arts, her

smiles and gentle ways will always

be remembered.

With deepest sympathy,

Bill and Mary Hill Picott

Harwich Port, MA

Rev. Christopher Wyckoff

July 26, 2003

Mrs. Jacobs will be remembered as an important part of my life at First Church. She always had great encouragement for me. She is greatly loved and will be greatly missed, but we will see her again when we all get to heaven. May the Holy Spirit comfort and strengthen you all.

Pearl Wyckoff

July 26, 2003

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. So many fond memories of our years at First Church.

Pearl(Ron)Wyckoff, Juanita Clark

(Daughters of the late Howard and Hattie Otho)

O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home

July 26, 2003

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Ruth VP Thorne

July 26, 2003

WITH SYMPATHY ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN THE THOUGHTS OF MANY WHO CARE DEEPLY ABOUT YOU AND WHOSE PRAYER ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SADNESS.

James Ford-

July 25, 2003

Vernon, Edgar and Billy:

So sorry to hear of the passing of

one of my "mother's" and a dear

friend. Cannot attend the service, but my prayers are with the family.

Sincerely,

Flip

Pauline Wallace-Keaton

July 24, 2003

07/24/2003,

Vernon & Edgar, and All the Siblings--

A leaf has fallen "to" heaven,

Driven by, the faintest wind--

All because of where she was going,

And not, for where she'd been.

The "Leaf," a part of the Family,

Waiting with joy untold--

To welcome home, dear Chrystal,

To streets, paved with gold.

For it's clear she was needed,

To leave her "labors" and be free--

Chrystal's precious leaf has landed in the garden,

And now sits--On God's Family Tree!

"The joy of the Lord is our strength" right now family, as we (too) wait for our leaf to make it to God's Heavenly Family Tree. "Be of good courage"--"To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord."

With Love and Heartfelt Sympathy,

Cousin Pauline (Wallace-Keaton)

HAZEL C. TYLER

July 24, 2003

07/24/2003

Edgar, Vernon, and Family--

I'm truly sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed cousin Chrystal at the last couple of family reunions.

I'm sorry I won't be here for the services, but I'm scheduled to fly back to Boston on Sat. Pauline kept me advised this week of her condition, and I'm grateful for that.

She truly "fought a good fight" and was blessed to the end. She now has a new beginning that we can only hope for.

May God's tender mercy continue to be with all of you, just like He was for Chryst.

You remain in my heart and my prayers.

Love,

Cousin Hazel C. Tyler

Boston, MA.