Ms. Crystal Yolander Brown Carper, age 49 of Bedford transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was born in Washington, D.C. on April 13, 1973 to the late Cherrie Mae Brown and Nathaniel Brown. In addition to her mother, she was also preceded in death by uncles, Willie Brown and Rev. John Spinner, Sr.

Crystal was raised in Bedford, VA. She was a graduate of Jefferson Forest High School in Forest, VA. Crystal spent many years in the workforce at Gunnoes Sausage, Frank Chervan and Jefferson Forest High School. Crystal was a member of Family Life Church in Lynchburg, VA; where she loved her pastors and church family.

Crystal was caring, compassionate, and strong-willed. The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Crystal. Her hobbies included a love for football, traveling, spending time with family, and most of all, cheering on her children every chance she received. Crystal was immensely proud of her children. She embraced every moment with them! She leaves behind a multitude of beautiful memories and laughter. As her health declined, she always ensured her children knew how much she loved and appreciated them.

Crystal is survived by her beloved children, Andrea (Ryesheem) Staten and Devin Carper; father, Nathaniel Brown; brother, Michael Johnson; former spouse and friend, Robert Carper; five Goddaughters; uncles, Larry (Queene) Brown, Charles (Mary) Brown, Anthony Brown, Silas Brown and Joseph (Geraldine) Spinner; aunts, Christine (Sam) Moore and Georgia P. Spinner; cousins and close friends.