NEWPORT NEWS, VA. — Crystal Lyn Griffin 46, of Newport News, Va., and Naples, Maine, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019, in Richmond Va.

Crystal was born to John and Gloria Tracy-Crouch on Oct. 4,1972, in Portland.

Crystal graduated from North East Christian Academy and attended classes at SMCC. Throughout her life, she had worked for WEX, the Mercy Diabetic Clinic, and the Maine Tobacco Help Line.

Crystal had an infectious smile and a contagious laugh. She was a kindhearted, generous, and free-spirited soul. Her pride and joy was her only son Allan and her first-born grandson, Alistair. She would often FaceTime Allan so she could laugh and play with her grandson. She would show every one pictures and video clips of the two most important guys in her life. She loved both of them so much.

Crystal was extremely kindhearted and loved her family. Whether it was buying school clothes for her nieces and nephews, or taking each one for the day or night just to spend special time with each one of them. They all knew Aunt Crystal was always there and loved them unconditionally.

She enjoyed going to the ocean, traveling, and singing and dancing with her cousins and friends. She always saw the good in people. Crystal will be missed by all whose life she touched.

She's survived by her father John Crouch, of West Paris; her son, Allan Griffin; grandson, Alistair Griffin; and ex-husband, Shawn Griffin all of Casco. She is also survived by her brother, John Crouch, of West Paris; sister, Gloria Sawyer and her husband Michael Sawyer, of Windham. Crystal had many nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss her so much.

She was predeceased by her mother, Gloria Tracy-Crouch; sister, Pamela Redfield; and brothers, William and Shawn Crouch.

No services will be held at this time. Burial will be private and at a later date.