Colvis Marlene Frisby Crosby, 82, passed away on October 3, 2026. She was born February 17, 1944 in Strong, Arkansas to Doc and Ada Frisby.

Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Paul David Crosby Sr.; her parents, Francis “Doc “Frisby and Ada Smith Frisby; her sisters, Kathleen Taylor and Mary Ethel Wooten; and her brother, Dwayne Frisby.

She is survived by her children, Paul David Crosby Jr., Mary Crosby-Bowen, and Charles Donald Crosby (Patty); her grandchildren, Clarissa Bowen, Jonathon Bowen, Charles Garrett Crosby (Maggie), and Kaitlin Crosby; her five great-grandchildren, Gavin Peacock, Jaylynn Jordan (Clayton), Hunter Bowen, Brantley Peacock, and Heidi Crosby. She is also survived by her sister, Frances Seagroves (Darren), as well as several nieces and nephews.

Marlene was a faithful member of Green Grove Assembly of God, where she served as a Sunday School teacher for many years. Her faith, service, and love for her family touched many lives.

The family extends special thanks to Thomas Wooten, Debbie Sehon, Missy Shankle, and the Hospice workers for their compassion, support, and care during Marlene’s illness. Marlene will be deeply missed by her family, friend, church family and all who knew and loved her.

Services will be held Tuesday October 6, 2026 at 11:00 am at Green Grove Assembly of God in Strong, Arkansas with Rev. Charlie Smith officiating. Visitation will be one-hour prior beginning at 10:00 am. Burial will immediately follow at Green Grove Cemetery under the direction of Perry’s Funeral Chapel of El Dorado, Arkansas. An online registry can be signed at www.perrysfuneralchapels.com .