Sandra Ethel

Crumrine

Sandra Crumrine, 83, passed from this earthly world on November 10, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, family, and friendships. Sandra was born on October 25, 1943, in Freeport, Texas, to Jack and Minnie Sidwell. She lost her mother at the young age of two and grew up with humble beginnings. She graduated from Brazosport High School in the Class of 1962. After high school, she attended Wharton Junior College where she and her friends spent many evenings going to events and listening to BJ Thomas play music. She then went on to build a life centered around family and community in the local area. 

Sandra spent her twenties and thirties raising her children and working in small community jobs. She was exceptionally social and loved spending time with her friends. They enjoyed singing with a group called The Folks and regularly competed on a bowling team. Eventually, Sandra and her then-husband opened Smithhart’s Meat Mart and Grocery, followed by what became her own true passion, Smithhart’s Downtown Grill. She poured her heart into the restaurant and found great joy in feeding her community, including local schools. She worked here until she retired and even still, wasn’t ready to leave it behind. Anyone who knew Sandra knew that she knew everyone. Her family often joked about how long it would take to go anywhere with her in public. A quick trip was never quick, as there was always someone to stop and talk to. She seemed to know somebody everywhere she went. She loved shopping with and spending countless hours at malls with her lifelong best friend, Peggy Baggett. Sandra was a proud grandmother and great-grandmother, and she spoiled her girls beyond measure. We’re fairly certain she never told a single one of them “no.” They brought her tremendous joy, and she loved them dearly. She also had a fierce love for animals and all living things, and kept local wildlife services on speed dial. She especially loved her cats and dogs. In her later years, Sandra enjoyed time with her husband, Henry, playing Bunco with friends, and staying active in her lifelong church congregation, First Baptist Church of Clute.

Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Minnie Sidwell; her husband, Henry Crumrine; her brother, Dale Sidwell; her sisters, Laverne Sidwell and Sherrill “Elese” Flowers; and her niece, Amanda Flowers.

She is survived by her daughter, Cara Diver (Johnathan); her son, David Person (Donna); hergranddaughters, LeighAnn Sury, Nicole Person, and Natalie Person; her great-granddaughters, London, Finley, and August Biesman; and her nieces, Laura Hollis and Christi Piper.

Sandra’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Choice Hospice for the exceptional care they provided. A very special thank-you also goes to Melissa Wax and her family for their extraordinary care, love, and support during Sandra’s final months. Their dedication will not be quickly forgotten. Sandra lived a life full of family, friendships, good food, and familiar faces. She leaves behind generations who adored her and a community that will remember her fondly.

Visitation will be Friday, November 13th, from 5:00-7:00 pm at Lakewood Funeral Chapel, 98 Dixie Drive, Lake Jackson. Services will be held the following day, Saturday, November 14th at 10:30 am at Lakewood Funeral Chapel with burial to follow at Restwood Cemetery.