Christine Doris Orr Obituary in Blytheville at McDonald-Horne Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Christine Doris Orr

Christine Doris Crosby Orr was born January 2, 1955 in Osceola, Arkansas the daughter of Thomas and Mary Tuggle Crosby. A 1973 graduate of Osceola High School, Christine continued her education at Philander Smith College in Little Rock, Arkansas graduating with a BSA Degree in Secondary Education. In 1990, she received her Master of Secondary Education Degree from Arkansas State University. Christine worked in the Osceola School District for eight years teaching Special Education. Upon moving to Blytheville, she continued enriching the minds of our youth by becoming a Special Education Teacher in the Blytheville School District until her retirement in 2015. Teaching school for 38 years. She attended Dominion World Outreach Ministries under the leadership of Dr. Sharon Nesbitt. There, Christine she was an active member of her church until her health failed. She served a part of the Hospitality Team, Deliverance Team, Prayer Team, Bible Study Group, taught classes on forgiveness and Praise Dancing. While at Philander Smith College, Christine pledged Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. In 1978, she was a charter member of Iota Beta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in Blytheville, Arkansas where she was an active member of her chapter. Christine made her transition into eternal life on May 19, 2021 at her home in Blytheville surrounded by her loving family at the age of 66. She was preceded in death by her parents. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband of 35 years Marty Orr; one son Christopher (Brianna) Orr of Chicago, Illinois; four brothers Thomas (Adrian) Crosby of Chicago, Illinois; Charles (Wynne) Crosby of Kankakee, Illinois; Freddie (Mary) Byrd of Osceola, Arkansas; and Edgar Earl (Sylvia) Byrd of Dyersburg, Tennessee; two sisters Emma Gathen and Willa (Theodor) Brown all of Blytheville, Arkansas and many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, May 28, 2021 from 11:00 am until at 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Frontline Family Outreach Ministries, 120 E. Walnut Street, Blytheville, Arkansas where the pastors are Reverend Raymond and Mary Golphin. Dr. Sharon Nesbitt will deliver the eulogy with burial in Memory Gardens Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mhfuneralhomeinc. or visit us on Facebook@ McDonald-Horne Funeral Home. We are requesting that the practice of social distancing and wearing face masks are observed during the visitation and funeral service. McDonald-Horne Funeral Home is in charge of all services and arrangements.

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Marty, it has taken me until now to speak of Mrs. Orr's passing. She was the first teacher I worked with upon being hired for the school district. She taught me so much about education, teaching, praying and treating people using a spiritual heart. I loved her so, so much. I'll miss her laugh and the way she used to always call me "Carla Jean" when she wanted me to do something for her. May she forever rest in paradise. Carla Sawyer

So saddened to hear of your loss, Marty. You and your family are in my prayers.

May God comfort you during your loss

I send my heartfelt condolences to the entire family of Aunt Doris. I was blessed to call myself a niece of aunt Doris, through my best friend Ann and adopted mom from college, Willa. Aunt Doris sent me a prayer book that I will cherish always. That book has been profound in my life and in my relationship with Jesus Christ. I'm blessed to be a part of this family. My love and prayers are with you all.

Forever in our hearts. Will always be remembered. Prayers

To the Husband, Son and Family of Mrs. Doris Orr My Mother Ruby Jackson and family would like to extend our sincere condolences to you all. My Mother and Mrs. Doris use to sing in the choir at Pleasant Grove MBC years ago here in Osceola and we were deeply saddened to hear about Mrs. Doris passing. We are sending prayers of healing and comfort to each of you in your time of bereavement. May the pain you feel now be nothing compared to the JOY OF EACH MEMORY OF SUCH A SWEETHEART AS MRS. DORIS! REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE MRS. DORIS FROM: THE JACKSON'S (RUBY, FAYE & DENISE)

With Deepest Sympathy. I praying for my Classmate, Willa, and the rest of the family 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

I am saddened to hear the loss of my classmate Christine Doris Crosby Orr. May God with the Orr family and friends during this difficult period. Evelyn Avis Baker, PSC Class of 1977.

I was so sad to hear of the passing of my Zeta line sister, Doris Crosby Orr. I will forever remember her cute giggle and dimpled smile. My prayers are with her family at this time; may God give you strength and comfort in this season.
Alice Smith Richardson, PSC Class of 1977

May you rest and peace . May the Lord comfort the family during the loss..

Sorry for your loss Marty!!

Marty, Ronny and I are saddened to hear of your great loss! May God bless and keep your and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you! Elaine

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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