Tom and Crystal became instant friends of our family.  My favorite memory of Crystal is when she surprised me with an old toolbox filled with old tools that were her Uncle's.  She was so excited to share with me the stories of the tools and her Uncle.  I am very humbled to have these memories and a piece of her family history.

Crystal was an immediate friend.  I loved her from the moment I met her.  We were great comrades and I enjoyed working with her.  I miss her greatly.

The best part of Uncle Bruce marrying Ruth was getting to know you and her daughter, Crystal.  Tom, we are grieving with you.  I have included the only photo I ever took of her with Aunt Ruth at my father's memorial.  That was so kind of you both to attend.  With sincere sympathy...

Tom,

Jill and I would like to extend our condolences to you.  We enjoyed becoming Facebook friends with Crystal.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.  Jim and Jill Robinson, Cocoa, Florida

Crystal was a beautiful women inside and out. I was honored to call her family. She was a firecracker that had compassion and deep love at the same time. Her intelligence was beyond compare. However, her kind words and thoughtfulness touched me most. We are deeply saddened that we do not get just one more day with her here on Earth. May God bless you, Tom, as you heal through this journey. We love both of you!
Kris, Nicky & Jackson LaPado

Dear Tom, both Madelaine and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Crystal.  Hang in there.  55 years was a better run than most of us will see.  God bless, both of you are in our prayers. 

Jim & Madelaine

How I enjoyed our many visits in the early hours while walking in Gilbert -- Tom and Crystal with their ever present smiles!!  You are missed, Crystal, yet I rejoice in your new journey and new excitements in which I am sure your fully engaged, just as always -- ahhhh, the thrill of it all!!  God's speed, Dear Crystal, and God's strength, Dear Friend, Tom.   

Swede Nelson, Cheyenne, WY

Tom, I was always impressed by her sincerity and professionalism.  We were new to the area when Jim referred her to us.  Both Nancy and I enjoyed our visits and left knowing our estate was in good hands.  She will me missed.  

Joseph Beykirch

Loved meeting and talking to Crystal and her husband while we were out walking in Gilbert, AZ. She and Tom always had the time to talk and always had a smile.  We will definitely miss her, and our prayers are with Tom.  I experienced a loss similar to Tom's a few years ago, and Tom has been a good "ear" for me to talk to about my loss.  He has a good heart.

My cousin Crystal, what an amazing woman. She exemplified what a woman is: strong, intelligent, competent, caring, loving, funny

C was inspiring. She was able to bring out the best in people. When you have a problem ask yourself WWCD because she was a terrific problem solver. She will be missed by many.

Crystal was a great friend, mentor, and influence.  She helped me to grow as a person, both personally and professionally, and mentored me throughout my career.  She was funny, smart, and kind, and I will always value the time I got to know her and spend with her.  I will miss her.

Crystal was a woman of wit, wisdom and charm.  She was a good friend to many and a confidante to all.  A "Grand Lady" of the ages who will be greatly missed.  To Tom and the entire family we extend our deepest condolences.

Chrys was a woman you admired for her honesty and compassion, but she also was fun and anxious to help whenever she could. Our family will miss her forever!
                                                          Vic, Jean and the Costa Family

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Crystal Anne Russell

June 29, 1942 – June 30, 2015

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

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