Lisa Ellen Craft

Lisa Ellen Craft, age 51, passed away September 10, 2024, peacefully at her home in Knoxville, TN. Lisa was a faithful member of Farragut Church of Christ where she had served as a missionary to Ghana, supported countless ministries, and made a difference in the lives of many. Earlier in life, Lisa was a member at Highland Church of Christ (Detroit) & West Orange Church of Christ (Winter Garden). Lisa grew up in Detroit, MI where she attended Luckett Christian Academy until moving to Winter Garden, FL during her 8th grade year. She attended West Orange High School, Valencia College, and University of Central Florida. Lisa made lifetime friends at each school she attended along with playing soccer, softball, and being a cheerleader. Lisa's happy place was at the beach to the point of becoming a stellar surfer. "Sand, Surf, Sunrise, Repeat" was her motto! Lisa loved music, dancing, concerts, combat boots, her puppies, sports, traveling, gourmet food, fitness/nutrition, Bob Ross, a stout cup of coffee, deep conversations, poetry/poetry readings, pink tulips, sunflowers, butterflies, and last but not least her FAMILY! Lisa led an adventurous life, had so many interesting experiences and stories to share, and made friends for life everywhere she went. Lisa loved EVERYONE she met and made a positive impact all along the way. Lisa was an avid participant in several groups, such as Sunday Night Vinyl, DKB Music, and several other forums. So many workplace memories.WG McDonalds, YMCA, Planet Hollywood, CNL, etc. Lisa was incredibly knowledgeable in her career as a financial advisor most recently at Ashford Securities where she was Associate Vice President of Internal Sales. She was highly regarded by her colleagues and earned many prestigious awards in her field. Her career took her to San Diego for a decade of adventures until she moved to Tennessee to "watch her Jacob play baseball." She was known to many of Jacob's friends as "Aunt Lisa." Lisa loved Jesus wholeheartedly, was a loyal friend, an encourager, generous to those in need, and filled to overflowing with joy and compassion! Lisa was an unforgettable, beautiful soul!
Lisa was preceded in death by her father, Stephen Dennis Craft; her grandparents; special pups Axel & Violet; and several dear friends.
She is survived by her mother, Maida Ellen Lonyo Craft; sister, Sheila Parham; Brother-in-law Johnny Parham; nephew Jacob Parham; Bonus Niece Maxey Parham; Great nephews Jett McCrae Parham & Baby Boy Parham expected in January; several special aunts, uncles, and cousins; countless friends, colleagues, and caregivers who were like family; her beloved pup Micah.
Family will receive friends 4-5pm Friday, September 13 at Farragut Church of Christ with a service to immediately follow at 5pm. Jacob Parham & Johnny Parham will be speaking on behalf of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to The Farragut Church of Christ, The Magnolia Foundation, Isaiah 117 House, or the charity of your choice.
We will miss you, Lisa! Every sunrise, sunset, and cup of coffee will remind us of you! See you later, alligator