Helen Whitfield Crews

Helen Whitfield Crews (Meha) was born on December 22, 1932, in Gainesville, Florida. She was raised at the prison in Raiford where her parents worked. (She loved to tell sales clerks that she was raised in prison.) She married William Spencer Crews Sr. on December 30th,1949. They had two children, William Spencer Crews Jr. and Laura Leigh Leduc. They eventually moved to Jacksonville where they remained. During her life Helen played the piano for her church, was a Den Mother for her son's pack, helped at schools for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, volunteered at the food pantry, and stepped up where ever help was needed. She loved to travel, visit with friends and family, and used any excuse to enjoy a meal with loved ones. She enjoyed living life and having fun.

Helen leaves behind her daughter Laura, three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and many other friends and family. Helen went home to be with her Savior on August 20, 2021 at the age of 88.

Graveside services will be held on October 29th at 1 pm at Dekle Cemetery (970 SW 4th Ave) in Lake Butler, Florida. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008