Carolyn Sue Crump Obituary

We announce the death of Carolyn Sue Crump of Malden, Missouri, who passed away on October 7, 2026, at the age of 79. Carolyn will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carolyn Sue Crump to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, David Phelps and Virgie Oatman Phelps; and her siblings, David Phelps, Jr., Joseph David Phelps and Shirley Ann Vaughn.

She is survived by: her children, Tara Nix (Gary) of Malden and Troy Karlish (Joanie) of Malden; her grandchildren, Kara Abernathy (Travis), Sara Goodnight (Josh), Rachael Nix, Melody Karlish and Taylor Karlish (Jaden Cobb); her great grandchildren, Jasmine Goodnight, Aryk Abernathy and Brody Abernathy; and her extended family, Macy Owens (Bryson), Makayla Walker, Makinley Walker, Carlee Owens and Joey Kate Owens.