Holly Carol (Simmons) Crass was born on December 25, 1952 in Alton, MO and departed this life October 4, 2020 in Springfield, MO at the age of 67 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Glen Crass; her father, John Simmons; one sister, Martha Hollis; and two step-daughters, Janella Crass and Jeana Vandeburg.
She is survived by her three daughters, Rebecca Jewell and husband, Russel, Heather Risner and husband, Clay, and Robin Barton and husband, Kyle, all of Thayer; mother Jean Simmons of Thayer; her brothers, Junior Simmons and wife, Linda of Thayer, Tom Simmons and wife, Connie of Norman, OK and David Simmons of Thayer; her sisters, Diane Castleman of Jacksonville, AR, Kim Spencer, Kamala Crone and Imogene Richardson, all of Thayer; and dear friend Doris Richardson of Thayer; 10 grandchildren, Nick Jewell and wife, Shelby, Sarah Walker and husband, Cody, Colby, Peyton, Evelynn, EllenaGrace, Hayden, Kale, LauraBeth and Ethan; 2 great grandchildren, Isaac and Olivia; many nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives; and countless friends.
Holly was an active and vital member of Refuge Apostolic Church in Thayer. She was retired and devoted her time to her church, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, and was known as Nini to several others in the community. Holly was happiest when she was surrounded by her children, grand and great grandchildren and family. She was the life of her family gatherings. To know Holly was to love her. She loved with all of her heart. She will truly be missed as a wonderful mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. We will forever miss our Christmas miracle baby.
Funeral services for Holly Carol Crass will be held on Friday, October 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Refuge Apostolic Church in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Clay Risner officiating.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 8, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Refuge Apostolic Church in Thayer, Missouri.
Burial will be on Friday, October 9, 2020 in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.
October 6, 2020 @ 6:21 am
My prayers for the family and friends and members of the church.
Sis. Holly is with Jesus now and no longer suffering.
I know that she will be missed, but we will see her again some day soon.
October 6, 2020 @ 7:57 am
Holly was one of the sweetest! Always sweet and friendly. I always knew it was a good safe place to have Whitney be friends (Robin) when she was visiting from Florida. I care about the entire family. I remember her caring for Jena at their house at that time on 6th street. She was the one to take care of the stepdaughter in her illness because that’s where she would receive the best care. Rebecca Heather Robin and families y’all know I care and my regards to dear Jean in this loss. I am saddened for your loss
October 6, 2020 @ 12:31 pm
Sending prayers hugs and love to this sweet family, I loved her so much, and so did my sweet angel mama, I know they are rejoicing in heaven
October 6, 2020 @ 5:10 pm
Our hearts are completely broken but we rest knowing heaven is much sweeter with Sis. Holly there! How we will miss her laugh and sweet hugs but we know it won’t be long until we join her. All of our love & prayers for this precious family at this time. We love you all so much!
October 6, 2020 @ 9:42 pm
Holly was truly a dear sweet lady that I loved and she was loved by so many. I have so many wonderful memories to cherish of her. My heart and prayers go out to her entire family for peace and comfort. Holly has received her wings of an Angel in Heaven.
October 6, 2020 @ 10:51 pm
Praying for the family, may peace and comfort find you all in Jesus name!! I have always loved and respected your family, and Sis. Holly will be missed for sure. Alex and I will continue praying for you all!!
October 7, 2020 @ 8:13 am
Oh sister how you will be missed I love ❤️ you so much it will never be the same without you.
October 8, 2020 @ 12:43 am
I enjoyed Holly so much when our girls went all through school together. (Robin & Samantha) many playdates. My prayers are with all of u girls and Ms Jean. Holly had a heart of gold! I know she is an angel with beautiful wings.
Prayers & Love,
Cindy Drye Botard and Samantha
October 8, 2020 @ 6:53 am
Holly, you will be missed by everyone that knew you I can’t believe you’re gone from this old earth but I know you have a much beautiful home in heaven and I know we will me again. I love you and your family we grew up together and had lots of fun as kids you turned into a beautiful person inside and out and I am proud to have been your friend I love you, dear Holly.
October 8, 2020 @ 11:06 am
Much Love to this beautiful family!❤️
October 8, 2020 @ 1:03 pm
It’s hard to find words, she was so loved by all such a precious, sweet lady, friend. You all are in our Prayers so, so sorry. Love you all. Tim, Jackie Brown
October 8, 2020 @ 2:45 pm
It was with a saddened heart that I learned of the death of your mother, daughter, and sister. I know that it is a terrible shock when someone so close to you passes away. Holly was loved by many and will be missed by all.
I wish to express my heart felt sympathy and the hope that the kind words of your family and friends will make this difficult time a bit easier to bear.
I know Angela felt like Holly as her second mom and loved her deeply.
I won’t be able to attend Holly’s services as I haven’t been feeling well myself, but I want you all to know that you are all in my heart and prayers.
Love you all.
October 8, 2020 @ 4:35 pm
So very sorry and praying for the family. Hollys friendship meant a lot to me and our family. She lived right across from my mother on 6 th street for a lot of years. She will be missed by so many. Love and prayers to the family.