Lillian Crump

Lillian Crump, age 96, a resident of Portland, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025.

Lillian was born on Feb. 23, 1929, in Jay County, the daughter of John and Lulu (Lawhorn) Newton. Lillian retired from CTS in Berne after over 30 years of service. 

Lillian married Lester Crump on June 3, 1949, he passed away on June 10, 1980.

Survivors Include:

Son — Samuel Crump, Portland

Daughter — Peggy Dieterle (husband: Roger), Greenwood

Two brothers — Robert Newton, Eaton, and Timothy Newton, Jay County

Four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild

She was preceded in death by her brothers John Newton Jr., Richard Newton, Rex Newton and George Newton; and her sisters Patty Willover and Mary Newton.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Green Park Cemetery in Portland.

Memorials may be directed to West Walnut Church of Christ. 

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.