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Crystal Easterling Obituary
Crystal Marie Easterling passed away April 24, 2009, at her home.
Crystal was born on May 31st, 1963, in Fairbanks to Neta and Bill Campbell. She lived all her life in Fairbanks, graduating from West Valley High School and later from the University of Alaska with a degree in mathematics.
Crystal's life was sometimes a rocky and turbulent road, but, no one loved life more. She was a loving and caring person who would do anything for anyone.
She was a creative person and enjoyed needlepoint, crocheting, cooking, skiing, softball, fishing and gardening, once winning first prize for the most colorful yard. Most of all, she enjoyed being with her children and friends. She was very proud of her children.
She was loved by her family and friends, and will be remembered and missed.
Crystal was preceded in death by her father, Bill Campbell; and her grandfathers, Clay Stuart, Jack Pruitt, Robert Showalter and Howard Campbell.
She is survived by her children, Clay and Sara Easterling; ex-husband and friend, Jim Easterling; grandmothers, Freda Pruitt and Nita Showalter; brother, Stuart Campbell; sister-in-law, Debra; nephews, Wesley and Brandon Campbell; uncle, Perry (Pete) Stuart; great-aunt, Frances Smith; and cousins, all from Fairbanks; and her mother and dad, Neta and Dick Stilkey of Big Fork, Mont.
There will be a memorial service for Crystal at 3 p.m., Thursday, May 7, at Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Crystal Easterling
Lisa Craft
June 3, 2009
I met Crystal in junior high, went to High school with her and have been best of friends for many years after that. Although Crystal lived life on her own terms, and made some mistakes along the way (as most of us have) she had a shining heart of gold inside of her. Crystal was a wonderful mother to Clay and to Sara, but she was also a terrific "aunt" to my children as well, she tutored my son at math, she built the most amazing huge winding catipillar cake for my daughters' birthday and filled her house with more decorations then a 4th of July Celebration! That was Crystal, she thought of others. Our Fathers worked together, and I know Neta well, two of the best people who ever lived, God Bless you guys. as well as Stuart. I guess our parents could look back and say Crystal and I were not the most ideal of kids, we got into our share of harmless schemes as some teenagers do, those memories are some if not the most fond memories of my life. I'm gonna miss you, girl! God Bless You. You will always be in my heart. Not a day will go by that I dont laugh over something silly we did, or cry because you are gone. I love you Campbell!! -- Lisa Lorraine Craft
Diana Zunker-Bivens
May 16, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Crystal's passing. We were neighbors and friends for several years. My prayers and thoughts go out to Crystal's family.
Scott Teal
May 15, 2009
I first met Crystal in a typing class in junior high. She was very funny and was always pushing me to do better. In high school we became closer friends and enjoyed our time together. We were the 2 best typest in the class. My senior year I moved to MN. While I was there, we kept in contact as she was keeping me up on current events. Came back and enjoyed our friendship. I left and joined the Navy. I did see her on occasion when I returned for a visit. She was always very kind and wanted to do things to help out. I will truly miss her. May God comfort her family and children as they go through these tough times.
Donald (Buster) Culver
May 12, 2009
I first met Crystal in 1975. We went to school together, worked together in the Elephant Ear Shack at the Fair in Fairbanks, Soltice, the Anderson Blue Grass Festival, Cheap Charlies and at many Street Fairs. Crystal worked hard, played hard and loved hard. Her children were the highlight of her life. Crystal and I became very good friends. I could always count on Crystal, in fact she was one of the very best true friends that I have ever had. Life gives us very few true friends and I feel very lucky that Crystal was one of mine. I will really miss her and she will be missed by everyone that knew her.
Terry Marsh
May 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Clay, Sara and Crystal's Mother. I met Crystal only a few years ago, but she showed me a sensitive side that not many can equal. She offered help to everyone she came in contact with. She took me to the Delta/Clearwater to fish and we caught two wonderful fish and took them directly to camp and cooked them on the fire and it started to rain. We ate these Beautiful fish in the cab of my old truck and headed back to Fairbanks. Heaven has received another beautiful Person to help others. I will surely miss this Beautiful Person. Life only gives us a few friends and I am happy that Crystal was one of mine. I will Miss her greatly.
Nancy Martin
May 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Nita, I know that this is so very hard for you; Crystal was "your girl" and she loved you very much. She will be greatly missed by many people. I will also be praying for her children.
saundra jefko(stevens)
May 8, 2009
I met crystal around 1979 while employed in the same department at UAf, Fairbanks. She and I had become friends since then. We had parted ways at different times with different careers. Later, when I came back to alaska in 1993, we bumped into each other from time to time. (Fairbanks isn't that big yet. lol) We talked about our own "demons" (we all have them to one degree or another) and our lives. I cared for Crystal and never gave up on our friendship. I only met her mom once but knew she loved her alot. My condolences to her mom and family. Her warm soul will be missed.
May 7, 2009
Crystal and I became good friends in middle school. I remember her teaching me how to make tacos. To this day I make them the way she taught me. We played softball together for many years. Remembering the road trips we took playing softball makes me smile. Crystal had a big heart and enjoyed life to the fullest, she lived life on her terms and will be greatly missed
Lori Smith
Jackie Dashiell
May 7, 2009
I was so sad to hear of Crystal's passing. My prayers and thoughts go out to Crystal's family.
Gil Nir
May 6, 2009
I remember Crystal from back in about 1979
We went to West Valley together I knew her bother Stuart and the King brothers a little better she was a year younger then me but was always around when we all hung out together .
I am very sorry to hear of her passing all my sympathy to her family on there loss.
Bud Ogden
May 5, 2009
I hadn't spoken to Crystal in a year, I think. time passes so quickly...I wish I had, now.
I've known Crystal since high school. She always had a smile, a good sense of humor, and a great caring for others.
My sympathy goes out to her family, and the people that loved her- your loss is great.
I'll miss ya, Crystal!
Barbara Smith
May 5, 2009
I knew Crystal from my job as a checker at Gavora Mall.She was a kind person I am sorry for your loss.
Jim & Sandy Crabb
May 5, 2009
We were so surprised this morning to see Crystals picture in the paper. We are so sorry to read of her passing. What a sweet person she was. Our sympathy to her entire family.
Michelle Blair
May 5, 2009
Crystal was a sweet person and very generous. She gave me baby things when I had our daughter and perenials from her yard. I worked with her at Risse's greenhouse. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Deirdre (Deets) Daniel Shipman
May 5, 2009
I remember a very hearty laugh Crystal had. We played softball together back in the 80's as young girls. What a fantastic person she was. Deirdre (Deets Daniel) Shipman
Beth Grey
May 5, 2009
I went to UAF with Crystal, and remember her ready smile and infectious laugh. She'll be missed.
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