Crystalyn Michelle Babson, 39, of Hampstead passed from her earthly life on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

She was born December 31, 1977 in Wilmington, the daughter of Susan Jean Bakan and the late Michael Anthony Rivenbark.

In addition to her mother, Crystalyn is survived by her beloved family: husband, Boe Babson; sons, Chase Caison and Trevor Babson; twin daughters, Isabella and Madelyn Babson; brother, Christopher Rivenbark; uncle and aunt, Rock and Susan Rivenbark; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Crystalyn was a graduate of Pender High School Class of 1996 and furthered her education at Miller-Mott Technical College, receiving degrees in the Medical Assistant Program and Massage Therapy. In her working career, she enjoyed her employment with Carolina OB-GYN, Hanover Medical Specialist, and New Hanover Medical Group Oncology. Her church, Scotts Hill Baptist Church, and her church family were near and dear to her heart.

Family was Crystalyn's most prized possession and she filled all her family roles with grace, love and joy. She never missed an opportunity to "Pay it forward". One of Crystalyn's many passions was being a "baseball mom" for Chase's team. She was always positive and looking for the best in everything and everyone. She shared all she had with family, friends, the homeless and anyone in need. She welcomed many into her wide circle of friends and her radiant smile brought joy to all. Crystalyn leaves a legacy of giving, sharing, compassion and love. She would say to us "Do an extra kindness for someone today and everyday".

A Celebration of Life for Crystalyn will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at Scotts Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Ortego and Pastor Jim Dunn conducting the service. Following the service the family will receive friends.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.