Melanie Elizabeth Crowder

Melanie Elizabeth Crowder passed away on June 26, 2018 due to complications from a long illness. Melanie (Ambort) was born in Little Rock on November 24, 1952. She attended Good Counsel Church school, Hall High School (1971), Memphis State University (1974) and obtained her nursing degree from Texas Women's University (1993). After working at St. Jude's as a immunological researcher, Melanie spent her professional career as a neonatal ICU nurse providing loving care to babies in need. She always displayed an inspiring enthusiasm and love for life, and she was a true pleasure to anyone who knew her. Melanie is survived by her daughter, Lauren Autry; her son, Spencer Crowder; her loving partner, Christian Hastings; her former spouse, Bill Crowder; her brother, Ron Ambort; her sister, Debbie Taylor; and her step-sisters, Michelle Beale and Donna Reynolds. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 1, at 1:30 p.m. at The Church at Rock Creek, 11500 W 36th St., Little Rock, Ark. 72211. Details for the reception will be provided at the service. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.