Aleta Rae Crabtree passed away at Forest Haven Nursing Home in Jonesboro on June 21, 2024. She was 81 years old. Aleta lived on Caney Lake and enjoyed being outdoors watching the boats pass. She also loved gardening and flowers. Aleta would sit for hours gazing at the birds, squirrels, and other wildlife that came near.

She is survived by her son, Billy Crabtree and his wife, Dawn; daughter-in-law, Pam Crabtree; grandchildren: Dustin Crabtree (Robin), Bruce Crabtree (Hollie), Wesley Crabtree (Ruth), Matt Crabtree (Searcy), and Lance Crabtree; great-grandchildren: Makenna Crabtree and Taya Crabtree.

Aleta was preceded in death by her parents; Joe and Frances Best; husband, Bill Crabtree; and sons: Bobby Crabtree and Blake Crabtree.

As per Aleta's wishes, she will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Houma, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you have a glass of wine in Aleta's memory.