MRS. MARY ELIZABETH CRUTCHER PASLEY- Affectionally known as “NANNY” - AGE 89, Of Chickamauga, Georgia passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Mrs. Pasley was born on April 3, 1934 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Edith Bedell Crutcher and Charlie Alfred Crutcher. She was employed by Salem Carpet Mills and a personal sitter for several years. She was a devoted Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Mrs. Pasley was preceded by her parents, husband, Edward L. Pasley, siblings, brothers, James Edward Crutcher, Charlie W. Crutcher, Ernest B. Crutcher, sisters, Rosetta Holiday, Louise Partridge, and great granddaughter, Indya Amiya Reese.
She leaves to cherish her memory a devoted daughter, Darlene (Jackie) Williams; loving son, Charles Crutcher; three sisters, Nellie Crutcher, Geneva Crutcher, Charlene Dorris; four brothers, David Crutcher, Bobby G. (Barbara) Crutcher, Phillip Crutcher, Clarence Crutcher, all of Chattanooga, Tennessee; grandchildren, Gregory Lamar Pasley, Marcus Reese, Crystal (Christopher) Redick, James Buress, Chantell Crutcher, Tara Crutcher; eleven great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren; special devoted caretakers, Mary Ann Word and Bertha Fleetwood of Chickamauga, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 11:30 A. M. at the Greater Emmanuel Apostolic Church, 400 Tunnel Blvd., Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411 with Pastor Paul Warfield, Jr. as Eulogist. The family will receive friends at the church one hour before the service. Interment at the Chattanooga National Cemetery at 1:30 P. M. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Home, Dalton, Georgia.
One of the sweetest and most beautiful women that I know. I have known Mrs. Mary all of my life and I have nothing but great respect and love for her. Prayers for the family. I love you all!
Our sincere condolences to the family. Such a bright light and sweet spirit. We love you Nanny. LaVone and Family
To the family of Mrs. Mary, we are sending our sincere condolences. Growing up in the same community, Mrs. Mary was a kind and loving women. She will be missed.
David & Family, Weeping may last through the night, but joy cometh in the morning. May the Holy Spirit give you and your family the peace, patience, love and comfort during this time. With Love Mr.& Mrs Howard & Denise Sales
We the members of the BGW Society send our deepest and sincere condolences to the family of our brother in christ Mr. David Crutcher May the lord give you peace and understanding during tnis time. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Love & Prayers🙏❤️ The BGW SOCIETY
Miss Mary your Words of encouragement will stay with me forever thank you for your Wisdom. love you much Preston
May God's peace and comfort be upon you all during this time. Ken
Rest in eternal peace my beautiful Nanny ⭐️💔❤️🙏🏽
My sincere condolences to the family. Etta Hinton Herkley
I light this candle for cousin Mary. Such a blessing for the family to be blessed with her for such a long time! May you all be comforted by the wonderful memories made with her and knowing you all are in everyone's prayers. Regina McFarland Lowery
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