Mrs. Kristal Hardin
Mrs. Kristal Lynn Hardin, age 60, a resident of De Queen, AR, died Tuesday August 14, 2018, in Texarkana, TX.  Kristal was born September 27, 1957, in Bay City MI, to Arland Duane Krumm and Judith Ann Krumm.

Kristal was preceded in death by her father Arland Duane Krumm, her husband Thomas Robert Hardin II, her brothers Arland Duane Krumm Jr, Darel Allen Krumm, her son Thomas Robert (Robby) Hardin III, and her beloved grandson Micah Wesley Hardin.  She leaves to cherish her loving memory her mother Judith Ann Krumm of North Fort Myers Fl, one sister Julie Ann Krumm of Fort Myers Fl, one daughter Tiffany Joy Hardin of Tampa Fl, a sister-in-law Patty Dougherty of Orange City, Fl, a number of nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.

Kristal faithfully served as one of Jehovah's Witnesses her entire life.  She enjoyed telling people about her hope of everlasting life on a Paradise Earth, in a healthy body, that will come about through God's Kingdom.  She was a member of the English Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in De Queen, AR.  She obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, was a Freelance Journalist/Columnist for the De Queen Bee's Kristal's Korner and for Muscular Dystrophy's Quest Magazine.  Kristal was a local writer/illustrator of children's books, a favorite being "The True Story of Mr. Buckets".  Her skill and passion for photography won her many awards in local and state-wide exhibits.

Kristal's love of life was evident in her determined, down-to-earth approach to life's unrelenting challenges.  Her love for Jehovah God was evident by never blaming Him.  She was a lover of music, movie quotes, and her dogs.  She was inspiring, encouraging, and content with life.  Kristal will be remembered for her positive loving spirit, lightheartedness, loyalty, compassion and selflessness.  To meet her was to love her.

Respecting her wishes, no services will be scheduled. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home, De Queen. You may send an online sympathy message at www.chandlerfuneral.com.