Kelly Marie Crites, age 51, of Malvern, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 3, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 18, 1974, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to Don and Christine Robinson. She was a homemaker and worked at Hot Spring County Medical Center as a unit secretary for some time. She was a member of the Malvern High School Class of 1993. She loved spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter.

She is preceded in death by her father, Don Robinson; and daughter, Erica Estell Crites.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 33 years, Jeff Crites; daughter, Erin Michaels (Zachary) of Benton; mother, Christine Robinson of Rockport; brother, Russell Robinson (Sondra) of Cabot; sisters, Donna Hall (Scott) of Glen Rose and Michelle Cummins (Rodney) of Hot Springs; granddaughter, Elaina Michaels; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, September 8, at 10:00 AM, at Cooper Cemetery with Bro. Jerry Garrett officiating.

Kelly’s family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to Elite Hospice for their care and compassion during her final days.

Memorial donations may be made to The Ronald McDonald House.

Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.