Archie Crews

Winokur- Mr. Archie Crews, 71 of Winokur, passed away early Tuesday morning (September 25, 2018) at his residence following an extended illness.

Born in Winokur, GA., his parents were Don Crews and Ruby Louise Crews.

Mr. Archie served in the United States Army and retired from CSX after working many years as a machinist. He attended Winokur Baptist Church. He enjoyed woodworking and was very talented , also fishing, farming, which he loved raising and selling hay. Mr. Archie always looked forward to the Christmas season when he and his wife would always have a big outing at their home for all their family and friends.

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Shirley Conner Crews, of Winokur; his son and daughter-in-law, Stephen A. and Emily Crews, of Winokur; two grandchildren, Cora and Ellie Crews, of Winokur; and a sister, Edna C. Harris, of Winokur; also, several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held Wednesday evening (September 26, 2018) starting at 6PM at his residence; 723 Samuel Crews Rd. Folkston, GA 31537.

Funeral services will be held Thursday (September 27, 2018) at 2PM at Winokur Baptist Church with Rev. Ray McMillan, Rev. Don Harris, and Rev. Charlie Dunn officiating.

Burial will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery with military honors.

Pallbearers will be Don Harris, Vance Wilson, Tanner Wilson, Rudolph Wainright, Mike Harris, William Johns, Matt O’Berry, and Christopher Sirmons.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Herrin and Pete O’Berry.

Family and pallbearers are asked to meet at the church Thursday by 1:30PM.

Arrangements are with Frye funeral Home, Nahunta.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online registry at fryefh.com.