Obituaries

Mr. James Fred Crisson, age 75, of 3086 Asbury Church Road in Lincolnton, died on Thursday, April 26, 2012.

His funeral service will be 4:00 pm on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at Asbury United Methodist Church with Rev. Anita Sain, Rev. Mike Devine, and Rev. Ed Maddox officiating.   Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:45 pm prior to the service at the church. 

Mr. Crisson was born August 14, 1936 in Lincoln County to the late George Alvin and Mary Price Saunders.  He worked as an automotive parts manager. 

Fred was diagnosed with MS 26 years ago.  Fighting this disease, he continued to have a positive attitude and unfailing sense of humor, never complaining.  He loved his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Whisnant Crisson of the home; two sons, Dustin Crisson of Denver and Denby Crisson of Lincolnton; and three grandchildren, Tripper Crisson, Hope Crisson LaVerde and husband Thomas, and Karrigan Crisson. 

Memorials may be made to Lincoln County Home Health, 2681 E. Main Street, Lincolnton, NC  28092.