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Jenny Crisp Hale
1924 - 2016
Jenny Crisp Hale
1924 - 2016
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BORN
1924
DIED
2016
Jenny Hale Obituary
She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion and caring. A loving mother of five children, Jenny is survived by her daughters, Gloria Hughes and husband Joe of New Bern, Ann Thornton and husband Craig of New Bern, Margaret Pritchett and husband Dan of New Bern, and Linda Jones and husband Scott of Camden, NC; and her son, David Hale and wife Carol of New Bern. Some of Jenny's happiest moments were spent with her family and her seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Although in sadness, we know Mother now holds again our Father's hand, and we have been truly blessed with the years shared.
Jenny Hale was born in Ravensford, NC, February 1, 1924 and later moved to New Bern where she lived a life of service. She was an active member of Neuse Forest Presbyterian Church as well as a charter member of the Vida Grantham Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star.
Funeral services will be held at Neuse Forest Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5th, with the Dr. William Hawkins officiating. Preceding the service, the family will receive visitors at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Internment will be at Greenleaf Memorial Park following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Neuse Forest Presbyterian Church, 2011 Old Cherry Point Road, New Bern, NC 28560 or a charity of your choice .
Condolences can be made to the Hale Family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com
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CHIP DICKINSON
March 8, 2016
Prayers for comfort and understanding. I am sorry for your loss.
Bennett Myers
March 5, 2016
Sincere condolences for your loss. I pray your faith will give you strength throughout this sad time.
Eddie and Sandra Fulcher
March 5, 2016
I have many fond and wonderful memories of your Mom. She was one of the most delightful people I have ever known. I am sorry that I cannot be there for you today due to illness, but please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lil W. Harward
March 4, 2016
Jenny was my neighbor in New Bern in the 1950s and early 60s. She became my lifelong friend, like a sister, and our children were close as cousins. Jenny and I talked on the phone frequently. I am so glad that I was able to go and visit with her last year. That was a wonderful day.
I will always cherish many, many memories of Jenny.
While this is a sad time for us all, and I know it is especially for her children and whole family, we can rest easy in knowing she is in Heaven with her beloved William. She had a long and prosperous life and raised five wonderful children who will carry on her faith and fellowship.
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March 4, 2016
Gloria and Ann,
With deepest symphony about your Mom. I know she was a Special Mom because she had two Special Daughters. I saw you both at the hospital and I know how hard it is to lose a Mom. Ann, I hope I gave you some comfort when I hugged your neck. God be with your family. Judy T. Holton
Patricia Woodard
March 4, 2016
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. I'm sure she knew she was loved and cherished by you all.
Lillie Harward Delott
March 4, 2016
Along with memories of my own parents & family, some of my very first are also of the beautiful bright eyes of Jenny Hale, her sweet voice, fun times playing with her girls & my sisters, eating in her kitchen and our mothers chatting and laughing. Mama kept me up to date on news from New Bern, as she'd talk with Jenny on the phone.
Jenny Hale was precious and good, a wonderful mother & friend, a wise woman, a true gift to her community and this world. May she rest in blissful peace.
Lil W. Harward
March 4, 2016
Jenny was my neighbor in New Bern in the 1950s & early 60s. She became my lifelong friend. She was like a sister, our children like cousins. We talked on the phone frequently & I am so glad I went to visit her last year. It was a wonderful day. I will always cherish many, many memories of times and talks with Jenny. While this is a sad time for we who remain living, we know that she is in Heaven with her beloved William. She had a long, prosperous life and raised five wonderful children.
Michelle Lee
March 4, 2016
Prayers for your family.
Rhonda Sneeden
March 4, 2016
I always take comfort in this saying. "Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy." You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beverly Ballard Catoe
March 3, 2016
It is with deep sadness to have to lose Aunt Jenny. The memories we SC cousins have to cherish were filled with fun times feeling welcomed and accepted as part of the Hale family in our visits to New Bern. I remember Aunt Jenny cooking wonderful meals for us and can see her stirring the peanut butter fudge which was a hit. So much love shared and enjoyed in that home with this special family!
Kim Ballard
March 3, 2016
Love to all the Crisp family--so very sorry for your loss...it's been a rough time for the Crisp family of late. God be with each of you.
Maggie Wright
March 3, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. She is with God and at peace. May your memories bring you a calming peace and even smiles, joined with laughter.
Chuck Gilgo
March 3, 2016
My condolences to all the family, and especially Mrs. Hale's daughters whom I have admired for over 40 years ... Your mom had to be special, with that legacy.
My thoughts and prays are with all of you.
Janis Hedgepeth
March 3, 2016
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother . I have fond memories of Jenny when we would visit Aunt Mag in New Bern. May the Lord bless you all with His peace and love!
Rita & Albert Edwards
March 3, 2016
To the family of Mrs.Jenny a lovely lady
to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you. God Bless You.
rachel smith
March 2, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Nancy Donnelly
March 2, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of Jenny, my great aunt. I am Gordon and Gertrude Crisp's granddaughter. Gordon and Will were brothers.
My deepest condolences to all the family. You are in my prayers.
Nancy Crisp Donnelly
Sondra Carawon Mitchell
March 2, 2016
May the love of God surround each of you during your time of loss and sorrow. Jenny was definitely an angel on earth. I am a member of Vida Grantham Chapter Order of Eastern Star. When I served as Worthy Matron your father, William Hale, served with me as Worthy Patron. Both your mother and father were wonderful caring people. You were blessed to have them as your parents. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
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